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Mercedes-Benz SLK 280 Operator's Manual

Mercedes-Benz SLK 280 Operator's Manual (481 pages)

SLK-Class

Brand: Mercedes-Benz | Category: Automobile | Size: 10.84 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

4
- Slk 55 Amg
  2
  - Table of Contents
    4
- Introduction
  
  10
  - Product Information
    10
  - Operator's Manual
    11
    
    Service and Warranty Information
    11
    
    Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
    12
    
    Retail Buyers and Lessees of Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
    12
    
    Change of Address or Ownership
    13
    
    Maintenance
    13
    
    Roadside Assistance
    13
    
    Operating Your Vehicle Outside the USA or Canada
    14
  - Where to Find It
    15
  - Symbols
    16
  - Operating Safety
    17
    
    Proper Use of the Vehicle
    17
  - Problems with Your Vehicle
    18
  - Reporting Safety Defects
    19
  - Vehicle Data Recording
    20
    
    Information Regarding Electronic Recording Devices
    20
- At a Glance
  
  22
  - Multifunction Steering Wheel
    22
  - Instrument Cluster
    22
  - Overhead Control Panel
    22
  - Cockpit
    23
At a Glance

24
- Instrument Cluster
  25
- Multifunction Steering Wheel
  27
- Overhead Control Panel
  31
- Door Control Panel
  32
- Getting Started
  
  34
  - Unlocking
    35
    
    Unlocking with the Smartkey
    35
    
    Starter Switch
    37
    
    Starter Switch Positions
    37
  - Adjusting
    39
    
    Seats
    39
    
    Steering Wheel
    43
    
    Steering Wheel Adjustment
    43
    
    Steering Wheel Adjustment
    44
    
    Mirrors
    46
  - Driving
    48
    
    Fastening the Seat Belts
    48
    
    Starting the Engine
    51
    
    Parking Brake
    53
    
    Driving
    54
    
    Combination Switch
    56
    
    Exterior Lamp Switch
    56
    
    Switching on Headlamps
    56
    
    Turn Signals
    56
    
    Windshield Wipers
    57
    
    Problems While Driving
    59
  - Parking and Locking
    60
    
    Parking Brake
    60
    
    Switching off Headlamps
    61
    
    Turning off Engine
    62
    
    Locking
    63
- Safety and Security
  
  64
  - Occupant Safety
    65
    
    Air Bags
    66
    
    Seat Belts
    72
    
    Children in the Vehicle
    76
  - Panic Alarm
    81
    
    Activating
    82
    
    Deactivating
    82
  - Driving Safety Systems
    83
    
    Abs
    83
    
    Bas
    84
    
    Esp
    85
  - Anti-Theft Systems
    88
    
    Anti-Theft Alarm System
    88
    
    Immobilizer
    88
    
    Tow-Away Alarm
    89
- Controls in Detail
  
  92
  - Locking and Unlocking
    93
    
    Smartkey
    93
    
    Opening the Doors from the Inside
    98
    
    Opening the Trunk
    99
    
    Closing the Trunk
    100
    
    Trunk Lid Emergency Release
    101
    
    Automatic Central Locking
    102
    
    Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
    103
  - Seats
    105
    
    Seat Heating
    105
    
    AIRSCARF Neck-Level Heating
    106
  - Memory Function
    108
    
    Parking Position (Parking Aid)
    109
    
    Recalling Positions from Memory
    109
    
    Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror
    109
    
    Storing Positions into Memory
    109
  - Lighting
    111
    
    Exterior Lamp Switch
    111
    
    Combination Switch
    115
    
    Corner-Illuminating Front Fog Lamps* (SLK 280, SLK 350: with Bi-Xenon* Headlamps and Without Sport Package*)
    116
    
    Hazard Warning Flasher
    118
    
    Interior Lighting
    118
    
    Door Entry Lamps
    120
  - Instrument Cluster
    121
    
    Instrument Cluster Illumination
    121
    
    Outside Temperature Indicator
    122
    
    Tachometer
    122
    
    Clock
    123
    
    Trip Odometer
    123
  - Control System
    124
    
    Multifunction Display
    124
    
    Multifunction Steering Wheel
    125
    
    Menus
    127
    
    Standard Display Menu
    129
    
    AUDIO Menu
    130
    
    NAV* Menu
    133
    
    Vehicle Status Message Memory Menu
    133
Settings Menu

135
- Submenus in the Settings Menu
  136
- Instrument Cluster Submenu
  138
- Time/Date Submenu
  140
- Lighting Submenu
  144
- Convenience Submenu
  148
  - Trip Computer Menu
    150
  - TEL Menu
    152
- Vehicle Submenu
  148
- Manual Transmission
  156
  - Shifting into Reverse
    157
- Automatic Transmission
  158
  - Gear Selector Lever Position
    160
  - Gear Ranges
    161
  - Driving Tips
    163
  - Automatic Shift Program
    164
  - Gear Selector Lever One-Touch Gearshifting
    165
  - One-Touch Gearshifting
    166
  - Steering Wheel Gearshift Control
    166
  - Manual Shift Program SLK 55 AMG
    170
  - Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)
    173
- Good Visibility
  174
  - Headlamp Cleaning System
    174
  - Rear View Mirrors
    174
  - Sun Visors
    177
  - Rear Window Defroster
    178
- Climate Control
  179
  - Setting the Temperature
    182
  - Switching Climate Control System On/Off
    182
  - Adjusting Air Distribution
    183
  - Adjusting Air Volume
    184
  - Basic Settings
    184
  - Defrosting Windshield
    185
  - Air Recirculation Mode
    186
  - Air Conditioning
    188
  - Residual Engine Heat Utilization
    189
- Automatic Climate Control
  191
  - Deactivating the Climate Control System
    195
  - Operating the Climate Control System in Automatic Mode
    195
  - Setting the Temperature
    196
  - Adjusting Air Distribution
    197
  - Adjusting Air Volume
    198
  - Defrosting Windshield
    198
  - Air Recirculation Mode
    200
  - Maximum Cooling MAX COOL
    200
  - Air Conditioning
    201
  - Residual Heat and Ventilation
    203
- Audio System
  204
  - Audio and Telephone*, Operation
    204
  - Operating Safety
    204
  - Operating and Display Elements
    205
  - Button and Soft Key Operation
    207
  - Operation
    207
  - Radio Operation
    210
  - Introduction to Satellite Radio* (USA Only)
    215
  - CD Mode
    220
  - GSM Network Phones
    230
  - TDMA or CDMA Network Phones
    237
  - Emergency Calls "911
    244
- Power Windows
  247
  - Opening and Closing the Windows
    247
  - Synchronizing Power Windows
    252
- Retractable Hardtop
  253
  - Opening and Closing the Retractable Hardtop
    253
  - Wind Screen
    260
- Driving Systems
  261
  - Cruise Control
    261
- Loading
  266
  - Roof Rack
    266
- Useful Features
  267
  - Storage Compartments
    267
  - Cup Holder
    269
  - Shelf Behind Roll Bars
    269
  - Ashtray
    270
  - Cigarette Lighter
    271
  - Floormat (Driver's Side Only)
    272
  - Power Outlet
    272
  - Telephone
    273
  - Tele Aid
    274
  - Garage Door Opener
    282
  - (SLK 280, SLK 350, Canada Only)
    289
  - Heated Steering Wheel
    289
- Operation
  
  292
  - The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
    293
  - Driving Instructions
    294
    
    Drinking and Driving
    294
    
    Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
    294
    
    Pedals
    294
    
    Power Assistance
    294
    
    Brakes
    295
    
    Driving off
    297
    
    Parking
    297
    
    Hydroplaning
    298
    
    Tires
    298
    
    Tire Speed Rating
    299
    
    Tire Traction
    299
    
    Winter Driving Instructions
    300
    
    Standing Water
    301
    
    Control and Operation of Radio Transmitter
    302
    
    Driving Abroad
    302
    
    Passenger Compartment
    302
    
    Catalytic Converter
    303
    
    Emission Control
    303
    
    Coolant Temperature
    304
  - At the Gas Station
    305
    
    Refueling
    305
    
    Check Regularly and before a Long Trip
    306
  - Engine Compartment
    308
    
    Hood
    308
    
    Engine Oil
    309
    
    Coolant Level
    314
    
    Transmission Fluid Level
    314
    
    Battery
    315
    
    Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
    316
  - Tires and Wheels
    318
    
    Important Guidelines
    318
    
    Tire Care and Maintenance
    319
    
    Direction of Rotation
    321
    
    Loading the Vehicle
    321
    
    Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
    328
    
    Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
    330
    
    Moextended System
    334
    
    Tire Labeling
    335
    
    Load Identification
    339
    
    (Tin)
    340
    
    DOT, Tire Identification Number
    340
    
    Maximum Tire Load
    341
    
    Maximum Tire Inflation Pressure
    342
    
    Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.S. Vehicles)
    342
    
    Tire Ply Material
    344
    
    Tire and Loading Terminology
    345
    
    Rotating Tires
    348
  - Winter Driving
    349
    
    Winter Tires
    349
    
    Snow Chains
    350
  - Maintenance
    351
    
    Calling up the Maintenance Service Indicator
    352
    
    Clearing the Maintenance Service Indicator
    352
    
    Maintenance Service Term Exceeded
    352
    
    Resetting the Maintenance Service Indicator
    353
  - Vehicle Care
    354
    
    Cleaning and Care of Vehicle
    354
- Practical Hints
  
  362
  - What to Do if
    363
    
    Lamps in Instrument Cluster
    363
    
    Lamp in Center Console
    368
    
    Vehicle Status Messages in the Multifunction Display
    369
  - Where will I Find
    389
    
    First Aid Kit
    389
    
    Vehicle Tool Kit, Vehicle Jack
    389
    
    Spare Wheel with Collapsible Tire
    392
    
    Spare Wheel Bolts
    393
  - Unlocking/Locking in an Emergency
    395
    
    Unlocking the Vehicle
    395
    
    Locking the Vehicle
    396
    
    Manually Unlocking the Gear Selector Lever (Automatic Transmission*)
    397
  - Opening/Closing in an Emergency
    398
    
    Raising Retractable Hardtop Manually
    398
  - Replacing Smartkey Batteries
    399
    
    Smartkey
    400
  - Replacing Bulbs
    401
    
    Bulbs
    402
    
    Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps
    404
    
    Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps
    406
  - Replacing Wiper Blades
    407
    
    Removing Wiper Blades
    407
    
    Installing Wiper Blades
    408
  - Flat Tire
    409
    
    Preparing the Vehicle
    409
    
    Sealing Tires with TIREFIT
    409
    
    Mounting the Spare Wheel
    413
  - Battery
    422
    
    Disconnecting the Battery
    423
    
    Removing the Battery
    423
    
    Charging and Reinstalling Battery
    424
    
    Reconnecting the Battery
    424
  - Jump Starting
    425
  - Towing the Vehicle
    427
    
    Installing Towing Eye Bolt
    429
  - Fuses
    431
    
    Aids for Replacing Fuses
    431
    
    Main Fuse Box in Passenger Compartment
    432
    
    Fuse Box in Engine Compartment
    433
- Technical Data
  
  434
  - Parts Service
    435
  - Warranty Coverage
    436
    
    Information Booklet
    436
    
    Loss of Service and Warranty
    436
  - Identification Labels
    437
  - Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive
    438
    
    Slk 280, Slk 350
    438
    
    Slk 55 Amg
    438
  - Engine
    439
  - Rims and Tires
    440
    
    Same Size Tires
    442
    
    Mixed Size Tires
    444
    
    Spare Wheel with Collapsible Tire
    446
  - Electrical System
    447
  - Main Dimensions
    448
  - Weights
    449
  - Capacities
    450
  - Engine Oils
    452
  - Engine Oil Additives
    452
  - Air Conditioning Refrigerant
    452
  - Brake Fluid
    452
  - Premium Unleaded Gasoline
    453
  - Fuel Requirements
    453
  - Gasoline Additives
    454
  - Coolants
    454
  - Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
    457
- Technical Terms
  
  458
- Index
  
  466

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
4
Introduction

10
- Product Information
  10
- Operator's Manual
  11
- Where to Find It
  15
- Symbols
  16
- Operating Safety
  17
  - Proper Use of the Vehicle
    17
- Problems with Your Vehicle
  18
- Reporting Safety Defects
  19
- Vehicle Data Recording
  20
  - Information Regarding Electronic Recording Devices
    20
At a Glance

22
- Exterior View
  23
- Cockpit
  25
- Instrument Cluster
  27
- Overhead Control Panel
  32
- Storage Compartments
  33
  - Operating Your Vehicle Outside Door Control Panel
    35
Getting Started

36
- Unlocking
  37
  - Unlocking with the Smartkey
    37
  - Starter Switch Positions
    38
- Adjusting
  40
  - Seats
    40
  - Steering Wheel
    44
  - Mirrors
    47
- Driving
  49
  - Fastening the Seat Belts
    49
  - Starting the Engine
    52
  - Parking Brake
    54
  - Driving off
    54
  - Switching on Headlamps
    56
  - Turn Signals
    56
  - Windshield Wipers
    57
  - Problems While Driving
    59
- Parking and Locking
  60
  - Parking Brake
    60
  - Switching off Headlamps
    62
  - Turning off Engine
    62
  - Releasing Seat Belts
    62
  - Locking
    63
Safety and Security

64
- Occupant Safety
  65
  - Air Bags
    67
  - Occupant Classification System
    72
  - Seat Belts
    77
  - Children in the Vehicle
    80
- Panic Alarm
  84
  - Activating
    84
  - Deactivating
    84
- Driving Safety Systems
  85
  - Abs
    85
  - Bas
    87
  - Esp
    87
- Anti-Theft Systems
  91
  - Immobilizer
    91
  - Anti-Theft Alarm System
    91
  - Tow-Away Alarm
    92
Controls in Detail

94
- Locking and Unlocking
  95
  - Smartkey
    95
  - Opening the Doors from the Inside
    99
  - Opening the Trunk
    100
  - Closing the Trunk
    101
  - Valet Locking
    102
  - Trunk Lid Emergency Release
    103
  - Automatic Central Locking
    103
  - Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
    104
- Seats
  105
  - Seat Heating
    105
  - Lumbar Support
    106
  - AIRSCARF Neck-Level Heating
    106
- Memory Function
  108
  - Storing Positions into Memory
    109
  - Recalling Positions from Memory
    109
- Lighting
  110
  - Exterior Lamp Switch
    110
  - Combination Switch
    114
  - Corner-Illuminating Front Fog Lamps
    115
  - Hazard Warning Flasher
    116
  - Interior Lighting
    117
  - Door Entry Lamps
    118
- Instrument Cluster
  119
  - Adjusting Instrument Cluster Illumination
    119
  - Tachometer
    120
  - Outside Temperature Indicator
    120
  - Resetting Trip Odometer
    121
  - Clock
    121
- Control System
  122
  - Multifunction Display
    122
  - Multifunction Steering Wheel
    123
  - Menus
    125
  - Standard Display Menu
    128
  - AMG Menu
    129
  - AUDIO Menu
    134
  - NAV* Menu
    136
  - Vehicle Status Message Memory Menu
    136
  - Settings Menu
    137
  - Trip Computer Menu
    149
  - TEL* Menu
    150
- Manual Transmission
  154
  - Shifting into Reverse
    155
- Automatic Transmission
  156
  - Gear Selector Lever
    156
  - Shifting Procedure
    157
  - Gear Selector Lever Positions
    158
  - Driving Tips
    160
  - Gear Ranges
    161
  - Automatic Shift Program
    162
  - Gear Selector Lever One-Touch Gearshifting
    163
  - Steering Wheel Gearshift Control One-Touch Gearshifting
    164
  - Manual Shift Program
    166
  - Emergency Operation (Limp-Home Mode)
    168
- Good Visibility
  169
  - Headlamp Cleaning System
    169
  - Rear View Mirrors
    169
  - Sun Visors
    170
  - Rear Window Defroster
    171
- Climate Control
  173
  - Switching Climate Control System On/Off
    176
  - Setting the Temperature
    176
  - Adjusting Air Distribution
    177
  - Adjusting Air Volume
    178
  - Basic Settings
    178
  - Front Defroster
    178
  - Air Recirculation Mode
    179
  - Air Conditioning
    181
  - Residual Engine Heat Utilization
    182
- Automatic Climate Control
  183
  - Deactivating the Climate Control System
    186
  - Operating the Climate Control System in Automatic Mode
    187
  - Setting the Temperature
    187
  - Adjusting Air Distribution
    188
  - Adjusting Air Volume
    189
  - Front Defroster
    190
  - Maximum Cooling MAX COOL
    190
  - Air Recirculation Mode
    191
  - Air Conditioning
    192
  - Residual Heat and Ventilation
    193
- Audio System
  194
  - Audio and Telephone*, Operation
    194
  - Operating Safety
    194
  - Operating and Display Elements
    195
  - Button and Soft Key Operation
    197
  - Operation
    197
  - Radio Operation
    200
  - Introduction to Satellite Radio
    204
  - CD Mode
    209
  - GSM Network Phones
    220
  - TDMA or CDMA Network Phones
    227
  - Emergency Calls "911
    234
- Power Windows
  236
  - Opening and Closing the Windows
    236
  - Synchronizing Power Windows
    240
- Retractable Hardtop
  241
  - Opening and Closing the Retractable Hardtop
    241
  - Wind Screen
    247
- Driving Systems
  249
  - Cruise Control
    249
- Loading
  253
  - Roof Rack
    253
- Useful Features
  254
  - Storage Compartments
    254
  - Shelf Behind Roll Bars
    255
  - Cup Holder
    256
  - Ashtray
    256
  - Cigarette Lighter
    257
  - Power Outlet
    258
  - Floormat (Driver's Side Only)
    259
  - Telephone
    260
  - Tele Aid
    263
  - Garage Door Opener
    271
  - Heated Steering Wheel* (SLK 280, SLK 350, Canada Only)
    277
Operation

278
- The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
  279
- Driving Instructions
  280
  - Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
    280
  - Drinking and Driving
    280
  - Pedals
    280
  - Power Assistance
    281
  - Brakes
    281
  - Driving off
    283
  - Parking
    283
  - Tires
    284
  - Hydroplaning
    285
  - Tire Traction
    285
  - Tire Speed Rating
    286
  - Winter Driving Instructions
    287
  - Standing Water
    288
  - Passenger Compartment
    288
  - Driving Abroad
    288
  - Control and Operation of Radio Transmitter
    288
  - Catalytic Converter
    289
  - Emission Control
    290
  - Coolant Temperature
    290
- At the Gas Station
  292
  - Refueling
    292
  - Check Regularly and before a Long Trip
    293
- Engine Compartment
  295
  - Hood
    295
  - Engine Oil
    297
  - Transmission Fluid Level
    301
  - Coolant Level
    301
  - Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
    302
  - Battery
    303
- Tires and Wheels
  305
  - Important Guidelines
    305
  - Tire Care and Maintenance
    306
  - Direction of Rotation
    308
  - Loading the Vehicle
    308
  - Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
    312
  - Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
    314
  - Moextended System
    322
  - Tire Labeling
    322
  - Load Identification
    326
  - DOT, Tire Identification
    327
  - Number (TIN)
    327
  - Maximum Tire Load
    328
  - Maximum Tire Inflation Pressure
    329
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.S. Vehicles)
    329
  - Tire Ply Material
    331
  - Tire and Loading Terminology
    332
  - Rotating Tires
    335
- Winter Driving
  336
  - Winter Tires
    336
  - Snow Chains
    337
- Maintenance
  338
- Vehicle Care
  341
  - Cleaning and Care of Vehicle
    341
Practical Hints

348
- What to Do if
  349
- Where will I Find
  390
  - First Aid Kit
    390
  - Vehicle Tool Kit, Vehicle Jack
    390
  - Spare Wheel with Collapsible Tire
    393
  - Spare Wheel Bolts
    394
- Unlocking/Locking in an Emergency
  395
- Opening/Closing in an Emergency
  398
  - Raising Retractable Hardtop Manually
    398
- Replacing Smartkey Batteries
  399
- Replacing Bulbs
  401
  - Bulbs
    401
  - Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps
    404
  - Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps
    405
- Replacing Wiper Blades
  407
  - Placing Wiper Arms in Vertical Position
    407
  - Removing Wiper Blades
    408
  - Installing Wiper Blades
    408
- Flat Tire
  409
  - Preparing the Vehicle
    409
  - Sealing Tires with TIREFIT
    409
  - Mounting the Spare Wheel
    415
  - Moextended System
    422
- Battery
  423
  - Disconnecting the Battery
    424
  - Removing the Battery
    425
  - Charging and Reinstalling Battery
    425
  - Reconnecting the Battery
    426
- Jump Starting
  427
- Towing the Vehicle
  429
  - Installing Towing Eye Bolt
    430
- Fuses
  433
  - Fuse Box in Passenger Compartment
    434
  - Fuse Box in Engine Compartment
    434
Technical Data

436
- Parts Service
  437
- Warranty Coverage
  438
  - Loss of Service and Warranty
    438
  - Information Booklet
    438
- Identification Labels
  439
- Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive
  441
  - Slk 280, Slk 350
    441
  - Slk 55 Amg
    441
- Engine
  442
- Rims and Tires
  443
  - Same Size Tires
    444
  - Mixed Size Tires
    446
  - Spare Wheel
    448
- Electrical System
  449
- Main Dimensions
  450
- Weights
  451
- Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
  452
  - Capacities
    452
  - Engine Oils
    454
  - Engine Oil Additives
    454
  - Air Conditioning Refrigerant
    454
  - Brake Fluid
    455
  - Premium Unleaded Gasoline
    455
  - Fuel Requirements
    456
  - Gasoline Additives
    456
  - Coolants
    457
  - Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
    459
Index

460

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