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Operator’s Manual
SL-Class
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Order No. 6515 3055 13 Part No. 230 584 43 82 USA Edition A, 2006
Operator’s Manual SL-Class
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SL 500 SL 55 AMG SL 600 SL 65 AMG
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Our company and staff congratulate you Please read this manual carefully, then on the purchase of your new return it to your vehicle where it will be Mercedes-Benz. handy for your reference. Your selection of our product is a demon- Please follow the recommendations stration of your trust in our company contained in this manual. They are de- name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your de- signed to acquaint you with the opera- sire to own an automobile that will be as tion of your Mercedes-Ben
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Contents Introduction.......................................... 9 At a glance .......................................... 21 Getting started................................... 33 Product information................................ 9 Cockpit................................................. 22 Unlocking ............................................. 34 Operator’s Manual............................... 10 Instrument cluster................................ 24 Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 34 Se
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Contents Lighting ............................................ 123 Safety and Security ........................... 63 Controls in detail............................... 95 Exterior lamp switch .................... 123 Occupant safety................................... 64 Locking and unlocking......................... 96 Corner-illuminating front fog Airbags ........................................... 65 SmartKey ....................................... 96 lamps* (vehicles with Bi-Xenon* Seat be
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Contents Settings menu.............................. 146 Automatic climate control .................. 180 Driving systems.................................. 204 Trip computer menu..................... 157 Deactivating the automatic Cruise control ............................... 204 TEL menu* ................................... 159 climate control system ................. 183 Distronic* ..................................... 207 Automatic transmission..................... 162 Operating the climate
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Contents At the gas station .............................. 269 Maximum tire load ....................... 306 Operation ......................................... 255 Refuelling ..................................... 269 Maximum tire inflation pressure .. 307 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ......... 256 Check regularly and before a Uniform Tire Quality Grading Driving instructions............................ 257 long trip........................................ 271 Standards (U.S. vehicles).......
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Contents Flat tire............................................... 399 Practical hints ................................. 331 Technical data.................................. 427 Preparing the vehicle .................... 399 What to do if … .................................. 332 Parts service ...................................... 428 Sealing tires with TIREFIT.............. 399 Lamps in the instrument cluster .. 332 Warranty coverage ............................. 429 Mounting the spare wheel ...
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Contents Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 445 Technical terms............................... 453 Capacities .................................... 445 Engine oils.................................... 447 Engine oil additives ...................... 447 Index................................................. 461 Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 447 Brake fluid.................................... 447 Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 448 Fuel requirements ........................ 44
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Introduction Product information Product information Please observe the following in your own We are unable to make an assessment for Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as best interest: other products and therefore cannot be conversion parts and accessories ap- held responsible for them, even if in indi- proved by us are available at your autho- We recommend using Genuine vidual cases an official approval or authori- rized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will Mercedes-Benz parts as well as
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Introduction Operator’s Manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great We continuously strive to improve our Service and warranty information deal of useful information. We urge you to product, and ask for your understanding The Service and Warranty Information read it carefully and familiarize yourself that we reserve the right to make changes Booklet contains detailed information with the vehicle before driving. in design and equipment. Therefore, infor- about the warranties covering your
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Important notice for California (1) the same substantial defect or mal- (3) the vehicle is out of service by reason retail buyers and lessees of function results in a condition that is of repair of the same or different sub- Mercedes-Benz automobiles likely to cause death or serious bodily stantial defects or malfunctions for a injury if the vehicle is driven, that de- cumulative total of more than Under California law you may be entitled to fect or malfunction
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Maintenance Roadside Assistance Change of address or ownership The Maintenance Booklet describes all the The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance If you change your address, be sure to necessary maintenance work which should Program provides factory trained technical send in the “Change of Address Notice” be performed at regular intervals. help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to found in the Service and Warranty Informa- the toll-free Roadside Assistance number:
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Operating your vehicle outside the USA Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail- or Canada able for delivery in Europe under our Euro- pean Delivery Program. For details, consult If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or eign countries, please be aware that: write to: Service facilities or replacement parts In the USA: may not be readily available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat- European
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Introduction Where to find it This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro- Controls in detail Technical data vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section Here you will find detailed information All important technical data for your vehi- has its own reference color: about the equipment installed on your ve- cle can be found in this section. hicle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes techni- At a glance Indexes cal innova
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Introduction Symbols Symbols Trademarks: This symbol points to instructions for Warning! G you to follow. ® ESP is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. A number of these symbols appearing Warning notices draw your attention to haz- in succession indicates a multiple-step ® ards that may endanger your health or life, HomeLink is a registered trademark procedure. or the health or life of others. of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. Page This symbol tells you where to l
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Introduction Operating safety Proper use of the vehicle Warning! G Warning! G Proper use of the vehicle requires that you Work improperly carried out on electronic Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody are familiar with the following information components and associated software could or tires/wheels, for example when running and rules: cause them to cease functioning. Because over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, the safety precautions in this manual the vehicle’s electronic c
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Introduction Problems with your vehicle Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:
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Introduction Reporting safety defects For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Merced
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Introduction Vehicle data recording Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. DaimlerChrysler may acc
