technical specifications MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG GT ROADSTER 2015 C197 Owner's Manual

X
Unscrew and remove oil filler cap 0043with
the integrated dipstick.
X Wipe the oil dipstick.
X Screw on oil filler cap 0043againtot he stop.
X Unscrew oil filler cap 0043againa nd read the
dipstick.
If the level is between MIN mark 0087and
MAX mark 0044,the oil level is correct.
X If the oil level has dropped to MIN mark 0087
or below,a dd 1.1 US qt (1. 0liter )engine oil.
Adding engineo ilG
WARNING
Certain componentsint he engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible,l et the engine cool down and
touch only the componentsd escribed in the
following. G
WARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment,itm ay
ignite. There is arisk of fire and injury.
Make sure that engine oil is not spilledn ext to
the filler neck. Let the engine cool down and
thoroughly clean the engine oil off the com-
ponents before starting the engine. H
Environmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful to the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
have been approved for vehicles with a
service system. You can obtain alist of the
engine oils and oil filters tested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service
center. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is
caused by the following:
R using engine oils and oil filters that have
not been specificallya pproved for the
service system
R replacing engine oil and oil filters after
the interval for replacement specified by
the service system has been exceeded
R using engine oil additives.
! Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off. X
Unscrew and remove oil filler cap 0043with
the integrated dipstick.
X Add engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on
the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 l)of
engine oil.
X Replace cap 0043on the filler neck and
tighten clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
X Check the oil level again with the oil dip-
stick (Y page 219).
You will find further information about engine
oil in the "Technical data" section
(Y page 283). 220
Engine compartmentMaintenance and care

Refrigerant instructio
nlabel Example
:refrigerant instruction label
0043 Warning symbol
0044 Refrigerant filling capacity
0087 Applicabl eSAE standards
0085 PAG oi lpartn umber
0083 Type of refrigerant
Warning symbols 0043indicate:
R possible dangers
R having service work carrie doutataq uali-
fie ds pecialist workshop
Fillin gcapacities Missing value
sweren ot available at time of
going to print. Al
lm odels Capacity
Refrigerant
28.2 oz
(800 g) PA
Go il Brake fluid
G
WARNING
The brake fluidc onstantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake fluidist oo low, vapor pockets may form in the
brake system when the brakes are applied
hard. This would impair braking efficiency.
There is arisk of an accident. You shoul
dhave the brake fluidr enewed at
the specified intervals.
When handling brake fluid, observe the
important safety notes on service products
(Y page 281).
The brake fluidc hange intervals can be found
in the Maintenance Booklet.
Only use brake fluida pproved by Mercedes-
Benz according to MB Approval 331.0.
Information abouta pproved brake fluidc an
be obtained at any qualified specialist work-
shop or on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
i Have the brake fluidr
egularly replaced at
aq ualified specialist workshop and the
replacement confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet. Coolant
Important safety notes !
Only add coolant that has been premixed
with the desired antifreeze protection. You
could otherwise damage the engine.
Further information on coolants can be
found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g.
on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com .Orcon-
tact aqualified specialist workshop.
! Always use
asuitable coolant mixture,
even in countries where high temperatures
prevail.
Otherwise, the cooling system is not suffi-
ciently protected from corrosion and over-
heating.
i Have the coolant regularly replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop and the
replacement confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet.
Compl ywith the important safety precautions
for service products when handling coolant
(Y page 281). Servic
eproducts and filling capacities
285Technical data Z