MERCEDES BENZ SLK Owners Manual - INSTANT !

SLK 350 SLK 55 AMG

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demon- stration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your de- sire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen- gers, we ask you to make a small invest- ment of time:  Please read this manual carefully, then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.  Please follow the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.  Please pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and oc- cupants. We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents Introduction ......................................... 9 Product information ................................ 9 Operator’s Manual ............................... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11 Maintenance .................................. 12 Roadside Assistance ...................... 12 Change of address or ownership.... 12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada......................... 13 Where to find it .................................... 14 Symbols ............................................... 15 Operating safety .................................. 16 Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16 Problems with your vehicle .................. 17 Reporting safety defects...................... 18 Reporting safety defects ................ 18 Vehicle data recording ......................... 19 Information regarding electronic recording devices ........................... 19 At a glance .......................................... 21 Cockpit ................................................. 22 Instrument cluster ................................ 24 Multifunction steering wheel ................ 26 Center console ..................................... 28 Upper part ...................................... 28 Lower part ...................................... 29 Overhead control panel ........................ 30 Door control panel................................ 31 Getting started ................................... 33 Unlocking ............................................. 34 Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 34 Starter switch positions .................. 35 Adjusting .............................................. 37 Seats .............................................. 37 Steering wheel ................................ 40 Mirrors ............................................ 42 Driving .................................................. 44 Fastening the seat belts ................. 44 Starting the engine ......................... 47 Switching on headlamps ................. 52 Turn signals .................................... 52 Windshield wipers ........................... 53 Problems while driving .................... 55 Parking and locking .............................. 56 Parking brake ................................. 56 Switching off headlamps................. 57 Turning off engine ........................... 58

Contents Safety and Security ........................... 61 Occupant safety................................... 62 Air bags .......................................... 63 Seat belts ....................................... 69 Children in the vehicle .................... 73 Panic alarm .......................................... 78 Activating ....................................... 78 Deactivating ................................... 78 Driving safety systems ......................... 80 ABS ................................................ 80 BAS ................................................ 81 ESP................................................. 82 Anti-theft systems................................ 85 Immobilizer..................................... 85 Anti-theft alarm system .................. 85 Tow-away alarm ............................. 86 Controls in detail ............................... 89 Locking and unlocking ......................... 90 SmartKey ....................................... 90 Opening the doors from the inside. 94 Opening the trunk .......................... 95 Closing the trunk............................ 95 Trunk lid emergency release .......... 96 Automatic central locking .............. 97 Locking and unlocking from the inside ....................................... 97 Seats ................................................... 99 Easy-entry/exit feature* ................ 99 Seat heating* ............................... 101 AIRSCARF neck-level heating* ..... 102 Memory function* ............................. 103 Storing positions into memory ..... 104 Recalling positions from memory. 104 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position (parking aid) ....... 105 Lighting.............................................. 106 Exterior lamp switch..................... 106 Combination switch ..................... 110 Cornering fog lamps* (SLK 350 with Bi-Xenon* headlamps and without Sport Package*) .............. 111 Hazard warning flasher ................ 112 Interior lighting ............................ 113 Door entry lamps ......................... 114 Instrument cluster ............................. 115 Instrument cluster illumination .... 115 Tachometer .................................. 115 Outside temperature indicator ..... 116 Trip odometer .............................. 116 Clock............................................ 116 Control system .................................. 117 Multifunction display.................... 117 Multifunction steering wheel ........ 118 Menus .......................................... 120 Standard display menu ................ 122 AUDIO menu ................................ 123 NAV* menu .................................. 126 Vehicle status message memory menu............................................ 126 Settings menu.............................. 127 Trip computer menu..................... 144 TEL menu* ................................... 146 Manual transmission ......................... 150 Shifting into reverse ..................... 151

Contents Automatic transmission* ................... 152 One-touch gearshifting................. 154 Gear ranges ................................. 155 Gear selector lever position ......... 156 Automatic shift program .............. 158 Driving tips ................................... 159 Steering wheel gearshift control .. 160 Manual shift program SLK 55 AMG................................. 164 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) ...................... 166 Good visibility .................................... 167 Headlamp cleaning system* ........ 167 Rear view mirrors ......................... 167 Sun visors .................................... 170 Rear window defroster ................. 171 Climate control .................................. 172 Switching climate control on/off . 175 Setting the temperature ............... 175 Adjusting air distribution .............. 176 Adjusting air volume .................... 176 Air recirculation mode .................. 176 Air conditioning ............................ 178 Residual engine heat utilization.... 180 Defrosting .................................... 181 Automatic climate control* ................ 182 Automatic mode (basic setting) .... 185 Setting the temperature................ 185 Adjusting air volume ..................... 186 Adjusting air distribution............... 186 Air recirculation mode .................. 186 Air conditioning............................. 188 Residual heat and ventilation ........ 189 Defrosting ..................................... 189 Switching off the automatic climate control system ................. 190 Audio system...................................... 191 Audio and telephone, operation .... 191 Operating safety ........................... 191 Operating and display elements.... 192 Button and soft key operation....... 194 Operation ...................................... 194 Radio operation ............................ 197 Introduction to satellite radio* (USA only) ..................................... 202 CD mode ....................................... 207 GSM network phones ................... 216 TDMA or CDMA network phones .. 223 Emergency calls “911”.................. 229 Power windows .................................. 232 Opening and closing the windows 232 Synchronizing power windows ...... 236 Retractable hardtop ........................... 237 Opening and closing the retractable hardtop ....................... 237 Wind screen .................................. 243 Driving systems .................................. 244 Cruise control ............................... 244 Loading .............................................. 249 Roof rack ...................................... 249 Useful features ................................... 250 Storage compartments ................. 250 Shelf behind roll bars .................... 252 Cup holder .................................... 252 Ashtray ......................................... 253 Cigarette lighter ............................ 254 Electrical outlet............................. 254 Floormat (driver’s side only) ......... 255 Telephone* ................................... 256 Tele Aid* ....................................... 257 Garage door opener* .................... 264 Heated steering wheel* (SLK 350, Canada only) ................ 270

Contents Operation ......................................... 271 The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ......... 272 Driving instructions ............................ 273 Drive sensibly – save fuel ............. 273 Drinking and driving ..................... 273 Pedals .......................................... 273 Power assistance ......................... 273 Brakes .......................................... 274 Driving off..................................... 276 Parking ......................................... 276 Tires ............................................. 277 Hydroplaning ................................ 277 Tire traction .................................. 278 Tire speed rating .......................... 278 Winter driving instructions ........... 279 Standing water ............................. 280 Passenger compartment .............. 281 Driving abroad .............................. 281 Control and operation of radio transmitter ................................... 281 Catalytic converter ....................... 282 Emission control ........................... 282 Coolant temperature .................... 283 At the gas station .............................. 284 Refueling ...................................... 284 Check regularly and before a long trip ..................................... 285 Engine compartment ......................... 287 Hood ............................................ 287 Engine oil ..................................... 288 Transmission fluid level* .............. 293 Coolant level ................................ 293 Battery ......................................... 294 Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* ......... 295 Tires and wheels ................................ 297 Important guidelines .................... 297 Tire care and maintenance ........... 298 Direction of rotation ..................... 300 Loading the vehicle ...................... 300 Recommended tire inflation pressure ....................................... 306 Checking tire inflation pressure ... 308 MOExtended system* .................. 312 Tire labeling.................................. 313 Load identification ....................... 317 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............................................. 318 Maximum tire load ....................... 319 Maximum tire inflation pressure .. 320 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.S. vehicles) ............. 320 Tire ply material ........................... 322 Tire and loading terminology........ 323 Rotating tires ............................... 326 Winter driving .................................... 327 Winter tires .................................. 327 Snow chains................................. 328 Maintenance...................................... 329 Clearing the maintenance service indicator .......................... 330 Maintenance service term exceeded ..................................... 330 Calling up the maintenance service indicator .......................... 330 Resetting the maintenance service indicator .......................... 331 Setting the date for special works ........................................... 331 Calling up the maintenance service data information .............. 333 Vehicle care....................................... 334 Cleaning and care of vehicle ........ 334

Contents Practical hints ................................. 341 What to do if … .................................. 342 Lamps in instrument cluster ........ 342 Lamp in center console ................ 347 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display .................... 348 Where will I find...? ............................ 369 First aid kit ................................... 369 Vehicle tool kit, vehicle jack......... 369 Spare wheel with collapsible tire.. 371 Spare wheel bolts ........................ 373 Unlocking/locking in an emergency.. 374 Unlocking the vehicle ................... 374 Locking the vehicle ...................... 375 Manually unlocking the gear selector lever (automatic transmission*) ........... 376 Opening/closing in an emergency..... 377 Raising retractable hardtop manually ...................................... 377 Replacing SmartKey batteries ........... 378 SmartKey ..................................... 379 Replacing bulbs .................................. 380 Bulbs ............................................. 380 Replacing bulbs for front lamps .... 382 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 384 Replacing wiper blades....................... 386 Removing wiper blades ................. 386 Installing wiper blades .................. 387 Flat tire ............................................... 388 Preparing the vehicle .................... 388 Mounting the spare wheel ............ 388 Battery................................................ 396 Disconnecting the battery............. 397 Removing the battery.................... 397 Charging and reinstalling battery .. 397 Reconnecting the battery.............. 398 Jump starting ...................................... 399 Towing the vehicle .............................. 401 Installing towing eye bolt .............. 403 Fuses .................................................. 404 Aids for changing fuses................. 404 Main fuse box in passenger compartment ................................ 405 Fuse box in engine compartment.. 406 Technical data .................................. 407 Parts service ...................................... 408 Warranty coverage ............................. 409 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet ...................... 409 Identification labels ............................ 410 Layout of poly-V-belt drive.................. 411 SLK 350 ........................................ 411 SLK 55 AMG ................................. 411 Engine ................................................ 412 Rims and tires .................................... 413 Same size tires ............................. 414 Mixed size tires ............................. 416 Spare wheel with collapsible tire .. 418 Electrical system ................................ 419 Main Dimensions................................ 420 Weights .............................................. 421

Contents Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 422 Capacities .................................... 422 Engine oils .................................... 424 Engine oil additives ...................... 424 Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 424 Brake fluid .................................... 424 Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 425 Fuel requirements ........................ 425 Gasoline additives ........................ 425 Coolants ....................................... 426 Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* ......... 429 Technical terms ............................... 431 Index ................................................. 439

9 Product information  Introduction Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitabili- ty for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in indi- vidual cases an official approval or authori- zation by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be per- formed.

10 Introduction Operator’s Manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by fail- ure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures. We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle. If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle. Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:  New Car Limited Warranty  Emission System Warranty  Emission Performance Warranty  California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)  State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws)

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