Mercedes-Benz 2000 SL-Class User Manual
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- SL500 SL600
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- Daimler
- I
- I
- Product information 7
- Operator’s manual 8
- Where to find it 13
- Problems with your vehicle 14
- Reporting Safety Defects 15
- Instruments and controls
- Instruments and controls 18
- Door control panel 20
- Operation
- Vehicle keys 28
- Remote control with folding master key 28
- Central locking system 30
- Remote control 30
- Start lock-out 34
- General notes on the central locking system 34
- Doors 35
- Central locking switch 37
- Automatic central locking 38
- Emergency unlocking in case of accident 39
- Trunk 39
- Trunk lid release switch 40
- Power windows 41
- Antitheft alarm system 42
- Tow-away alarm 43
- Power seats 44
- Storing position in memory 46
- Backrest 48
- Multicontour seats 49
- Seat heater 50
- Seat belts and integrated restraint system 52
- Seat belts 52
- Seat belt nonusage warning system 53
- BabySmart
- Self-test BabySmart
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) 59
- Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 60
- Airbags 60
- Front airbags 62
- Adjusting steering column 70
- Storing steering column position in memory 70
- Rear view mirrors 71
- Inside rear view mirror 71
- Instrument cluster 74
- Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 76
- Flexible service system (FSS) 80
- Engine oil level indicator in odometer display field 82
- Fuel consumption gauge 83
- Engine oil temperature gauge 83
- Engine oil consumption 83
- Exterior lamp switch 84
- Standing lamps 85
- Combination switch 86
- Blocked windshield wiper 88
- Hazard warning flasher switch 89
- Automatic climate control 90
- Display and controls 92
- Audio and telephone, operation 98
- Power windows 116
- Express opening of door windows 117
- Roll bar 118
- Interior lighting 120
- Interior lamps 120
- Sunshade, manual 121
- Power sunshade 122
- Sun visors 123
- Illuminated vanity mirror 123
- Interior 124
- Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard 124
- Interior central locking system 125
- Armrest 127
- Console storage compartments 127
- Cup holder 128
- Parcel net in passenger footwell 128
- Door pockets 129
- Rear storage compartment 129
- Ashtray with lighter 130
- Lighter 131
- Telephone, general 132
- Garage door opener 133
- Hardtop or panorama roof 137
- Removing hardtop 137
- Soft top 143
- Lowering soft top 144
- Wind screen 148
- Antenna 151
- Driving
- Control and operation of radio transmitters 153
- Radio, telephone and two-way radio 153
- The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 154
- Maintenance 154
- Tele Aid 155
- Catalytic converter 163
- Emission control 164
- Steering lock 165
- Starting and turning off the engine 167
- Before starting 167
- Automatic transmission 168
- Driving 168
- Parking brake 175
- Driving instructions 176
- Drive sensibly - Save fuel 176
- Drive sensibly - Save fuel 176
- Drinking and driving 176
- Pedals 176
- Power assistance 177
- Brakes 177
- Driving off 178
- Parking 178
- Tires 179
- Aquaplaning 180
- Tire traction 180
- Tire speed rating 181
- Snow chains 181
- Vehicles with sport package 181
- Winter driving instructions 182
- Winter driving 183
- Block heater 183
- Deep water 184
- Traveling abroad 184
- Cruise control 185
- Brake assist system (BAS) 188
- Antilock brake system (ABS) 190
- ABS control 191
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 192
- Synchronizing ESP 193
- Level control system 196
- Level control switch positions 196
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS) 199
- Adaptive damping system adjustment 199
- What you should know at the gas station 200
- Fuel supply 200
- Check regularly and before a long trip 202
- Instrument cluster display
- Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 204
- On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 204
- On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 204
- Brake warning lamp 204
- Brake pad wear indicator lamp 205
- Seat belt warning lamp 206
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp 206
- Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 207
- Electronic stability program (ESP) - warning lamp 207
- BAS-/ESP malfunction indicator lamp 207
- ABS malfunction indicator lamp 208
- Low engine coolant level warning lamp 209
- Low windshield and headlamp washer system fluid level warning lamp 210
- Low engine oil level warning lamp 210
- Charge indicator lamp 211
- Exterior lamp failure indicator lamp 211
- Roll bar warning lamp 212
- ADS indicator lamp 212
- High beam indicator lamp 213
- Additional function indicator lamps (in the odometer display) 213
- Malfunction and indicator lamp (in the dashboard) 213
- Passenger airbag indicator lamp 213
- Practical hints
- First aid kit 215
- Stowing things in the vehicle 215
- Vehicle tools 216
- Vehicle jack 217
- Fuses 218
- Hood 219
- Automatic transmission fluid level 221
- Checking engine oil level 221
- Coolant level 223
- Adding coolant 224
- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio 225
- Wheels 226
- Tire replacement 226
- Rotating wheels 227
- Spare wheel 228
- Changing wheels 230
- Tire inflation pressure 234
- Battery 236
- Battery Recycling 237
- Jump starting 238
- Towing the vehicle 240
- Exterior lamps 242
- Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
- Changing batteries in the remote control 251
- Synchronizing 252
- Raising soft top manually 253
- Replacing wiper blade insert 257
- Manual release of fuel filler flap 259
- Trunk lamp 259
- Vehicle care
- Cleaning and care of the vehicle 261
- Power washer 262
- Power washer 262
- Tar stains 262
- Paintwork, Painted Body Components 262
- Engine cleaning 263
- Vehicle washing 263
- Ornamental moldings 263
- Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses 263
- Window cleaning 264
- Light alloy wheels 264
- Instrument cluster 264
- Steering wheel and gear selector lever 264
- Cup holder 264
- Seat belts 265
- Headliner, shelf behind roll bars, and other hard plastic trim items 265
- Soft top 265
- Headliner 266
- Wind screen 266
- Automatic antenna 266
- Wiper blade 266
- Headlamp cleaning system 266
- Leather upholstery 267
- Plastic and rubber parts 267
- Illuminated door sill panels 267
- Technical data
- Spare parts service 269
- Warranty coverage 269
- Identification labels 270
- Layout of poly-V-belt drive 271
- Engine 272
- Rims - Tires 273
- Weights 275
- Main Dimensions 275
- Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities 276
- Engine oils 278
- Engine oil additives 278
- Air conditioner refrigerant 278
- Brake fluid 278
- Premium unleaded gasoline 279
- Fuel requirements 279
- Gasoline additives 280
- Coolants 280
- Consumer information 282
- Index
- Index 285
- Introduction
- Introduction
- Introduction
- Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:
- We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories expli...
- We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability f...
- We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible f...
- Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are avail...
- Operator’s manual
- Operator’s manual
- This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefu...
- For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instruction...
- Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may f...
- Service and warranty information
- The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties c...
- • New Car Limited Warranty,
- Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
- Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purc...
- Maintenance
- The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at reg...
- Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Be...
- Roadside assistance
- The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the even...
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- will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24hours a day, 365days a year.
- For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in you...
- Change of address or ownership
- If you change your address, be sure to send in the
- If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to t...
- If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the
- Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
- If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:
- • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,
- Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Pro...
- Introduction