2000 MERCEDES-BENZ S CLASS steering

373 Contents - Vehicle care
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Vehicle careCleaning and care
of the vehicle ............................. 374
Power washer ..............................375
Tar stains ..................................... 376
Paintwork, painted body
components ................................. 376
Engine cleaning .......................... 376
Vehicle washing ......................... 376
Ornamental moldings ................377Headlamps, taillamps,
turn signal lenses ...................... 377
Cleaning the Distronic
system sensor ............................. 378
Cleaning the parktronic
system sensors ........................... 378
Wiper blades .............................. 379
Light alloy wheels ..................... 380
Instrument cluster ..................... 380
Steering wheel and
gear selector lever ..................... 380
Cup holder .................................. 380Seat belts ..................................... 381
Headliner and shelf below
rear window ................................ 381
Leather upholstery ..................... 381
Hard plastic trim items ............. 381
Plastic and rubber parts ............ 381
Air conditioner refrigerant ...........396
Brake fluid ......................................396
Premium unleaded gasoline ........397
Fuel requirements .........................397
Gasoline additives .........................398
Coolants ...........................................398
Consumer information ..................400

380 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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Window cleaning
Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An
automotive glass cleaner is recommended.
Note:
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove
electronic key from starter switch before cleaning the
windshield, otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly
turn on and cause injury.
Light alloy wheels
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for
regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week with Mercedes-
Benz approved Wheel Care, using a soft bristle brush
and a strong spray of water.
Follow instructions on container.
Note:
Use only acid-free cleaning materials. The acid could
lead to corrosion.Instrument cluster
Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent
for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a
cloth moistened in lukewarm solution. Do not use
scouring agents.
Steering wheel and gear selector lever
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean
with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care.
Cup holder
Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent
for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a
cloth moistened in lukewarm solution. Do not use
scouring agents.

387 Technical data
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S 430, S 500, S 55 AMG
1Automatic belt tensioner
2Crankshaft
3Air conditioner compressor
4Coolant pumpS600
5Generator (alternator)
6Idler pulley
7Power steering pump
8Idler pulley (S 600 only)
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1
2
3
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394 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
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Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended
by us. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Center.
Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Engine with oil filter S 430, S 500
S 55 AMG
S 6008.5 US qt (8.0 l)
8.0 US qt (7.5 l)
10.0 US qt (9.5 l)Recommended engine oils
Automatic
transmission9.6 US qt (9.1 l) Automatic transmission fluid
Rear axle 1.7 US qt (1.6 l) Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
Hydraulic system for
adaptive damping
system (ADS) or active
body control (ABC)approx. 5.3 US qt (5.0 l) MB Hydraulic f luid
Power steering approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) MB Power steering fluid
Front wheel hubs approx. 2.1 oz (60 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease
Brake system 0.7 US qt (0.7 l) MB Brake fluid (DOT 4+)
Cooling system S 430, S 500
S 55 AMG
S 600approx. 12.1 US qt (11.5 l)
approx. 12.1 US qt (11.5 l)
approx. 12.7 US qt (12.0 l)MB Anticorrosion / antifreeze

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AABS (Antilock brake system) .......................................272
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................300
Active body control (ABC) ............................................278
Fluid level ...................................................................335
ACTIVE BODY CONTROL (ABC) -
malfunction and warning messages ...................... 314
Adaptive damping system (ADS) .................................283
Adjusting steering wheel .............................................. 105
Air conditioner refrigerant ...........................................396
Air distribution, manual ............................................... 169
AIR SPRING (AirMatic) -
malfunction and warning messages ......................325
Air volume, manual ....................................................... 169
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 91
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp ........................................302
Airbags .............................................................................. 94
Airmatic system .............................................................279
Airmatic system
(Vehicles with Active Body Control) ......................280
Alarm system ............................................................. 62, 64
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ................... 251, 336, 394, 398Antilock brake system (ABS) ...................................... 272
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 300
Antitheft alarm system ...................................................62
Aquaplaning .................................................................. 248
Armrest, rear seat .......................................................... 198
Ashtrays ...........................................................................201
Center console ...........................................................201
Rear doors ................................................................. 202
Audio systems .................................................................125
Cassette player ..........................................................127
CD Player ....................................................................126
Radio ...........................................................................125
Automatic central locking ..............................................52
Automatic climate control ............................................ 164
Activated charcoal filter ...........................................172
Adjustable air outlets,
rear passenger compartment ............................. 176
Air distribution, manual .......................................... 169
Air volume, manual .................................................. 169
Basic setting ............................................................... 168
Defogging windows ...........................................170, 171
Defrosting ...................................................................170
Display and controls ................................................. 166
Dust filter ................................................................... 167
Economy mode ..........................................................173

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TELE AID .................................................................... 321
TELEPHONE – FUNCTION ......................................323
TIRE PRESSURE ........................................................ 316
TRUNK OPEN ............................................................308
WASHER FLUID ........................................................324
Manual operation of sliding/pop-up roof ...................369
Manual release for fuel filler flap ...............................368
Mechanical keys ............................................................... 47
Memory ...................................................105, 106, 107, 111
Recalling ......................................................................112
Storing .........................................................................112
Mirror, exterior
Adjusting .................................................................... 107
Parking position ........................................................ 108
Mirror, exterior, rear view ............................................ 107
Mirror, inside, rear view ............................................... 106
Multicontour backrest ..................................................... 73
Multifunction display .................................................... 120
Audio systems ........................................................... 125
Cassette player .......................................................... 127
CD player .................................................................... 126
Distronic (DTR) .......................................................... 134
Engine oil level indicator ......................................... 124
FSS .............................................................................. 124
Individual settings .................................................... 138
Malfunction/warning message memory ............... 136Navigation system ..................................................... 133
Radio ...........................................................................125
Telephone ...................................................................128
Telephone – Incoming call ...................................... 132
Telephone – Redialing .............................................. 130
Telephone book ......................................................... 128
Tire inflation pressure monitor ..............................124
Trip and main odometer .......................................... 124
Trip computer ............................................................ 135
Multifunction steering wheel .......................................120
Setting the audio volume .........................................146
NNavigation system .......................................................... 133
Night security illumination .......................................... 158OOIL TEMP. (engine oil temperature) -
malfunction and warning messages ......................321
On-board diagnostic system ........................................ 296
Operator’s manual ............................................................. 8
Outside temperature indicator ..................................... 117
Overhead control panel ................................................... 21

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(Automatic climate control) .................................... 169
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) ......................... 92
Indicator lamp ...........................................................299
SRS malfunction ......................................................... 94
Standby bulb function ...................................................362
Start lock-out .................................................................... 32
Starter switch ........................................................ 226, 228
Starting and turning off the engine ............................ 231
Steering lock
See Starter switch ............................................ 226, 228
Steering wheel
Adjustment ................................................................ 105
Easy-entry/exit feature .............................................. 66
Storage compartment in the
rear passenger compartment .................................. 198
Storage compartments and armrests .......................... 193
Storing mirror positions ............................................... 107
Stowing things in the vehicle ......................................328
Sun visors ....................................................................... 191
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ......................... 92
Indicator lamp ...........................................................299
SRS malfunction ......................................................... 94
TTachometer ...................................................................... 119
Technical data ................................................................ 388
Electrical system ...................................................... 392
Main dimensions ..................................................... 393
Rims and tires .......................................................... 390
Weights ...................................................................... 393
Tele Aid ............................................................................ 214
Emergency calls ........................................................ 215
Information ................................................................ 219
Initiating an emergency call manually .................. 217
Roadside Assistance ................................................. 218
TELE AID -
malfunction and warning messages ......................321
Telephone ........................................................................128
General notes .................................................... 205, 212
Incoming call ............................................................. 132
Redialing .................................................................... 130
Telephone book ......................................................... 128
TELEPHONE – FUNCTION -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 323
Telephones and two-way radios ................................... 212