2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 warning

329 Malfunction and warning messages
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data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index SELECTOR LEVER
(Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO only)
Place selector lever in position “P”.
The message appears when attempting to turn off the
engine while the selector lever is in any other position
than “P”, see page 236.TELEPHONE – FUNCTION
* C = Category, see page 309.The display appears if button í or ì on the
multifunction steering wheel is pressed and the vehicle
is not equipped with a telephone.Line 1 Line 2 C*
FUNCTION NOT AVAILABLE! 3

330 Malfunction and warning messages
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
WA S H E R F L U I D
* C = Category, see page 309.
When this message appears while the engine is
running, the level of the reservoir has dropped to
approximately
1/3 of the total volume. The reservoir
should be refilled with the prescribed mixture of MB
Windshield washer concentrate and water or the
concentrate and commercially available premixed
windshield washer solvent / antifreeze, depending on
ambient temperature, at the next opportunity. The
reservoir for the windshield and headlamp washer
systems is located in the engine compartment.
See windshield and headlamp washer system on
page 345 for instructions on topping up the washer
fluid.
Line 1 Line 2 C*
WASHER FLUID CHECK LEVEL! 3

331 Malfunction and warning messages
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data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index AIRMATIC
* C = Category, see page 309:
1 The display or the system is malfunctioning.2 The ABC is defective. Stop the vehicle.
Press upper half of ABC switch, see page 285
- system selects raised level mode.
The vehicle chassis is raised depending on the kind of defect.
Important!
The wheels may not have sufficient clearance when the
steering wheel is turned beyond a certain angle if the
“AIR SPRING – STOP, CAR TOO LOW!” message
appears. The front fenders will be damaged if the
steering wheel is turned too far. Watch and listen for
scraping noises.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km / h).
Visit your Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.3 The capability of the system is restricted.Important!
When the message “AIR SPRING – VISIT WORKSHOP”
appears, do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km / h).
Visit your Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Line 1 Line 2 C*
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP!
1
2
AIRMATIC STOP, CAR TOO LOW!
2
1
AIRMATIC VISIT WORKSHOP!
3
2

332 Malfunction and warning messages
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and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
DISTRONIC (DTR)
* C = Category, see page 309.1 Due to the presence of electro-magnetic radiation, the system is
presently unavailable. After a short period of time try to activate
the system again.
2 Distronic is automatically switched off.
Distronic sensor in hood grille needs cleaning, see page 386.
3 The display or the system is malfunctioning.
4 Distronic is not operational.
Line 1 Line 2 C*
DISTRONIC
EXTERNAL MALFUNCTION
1
REACTIVATE! 2
DISTRONIC MALFUNCTION
CLEAN SENSOR!
2
SEE OWNER’S MAN. 2
DISTRONIC VISIT WORKSHOP!
3
2
SPEEDTRONIC VISIT WORKSHOP!
4
2

333 Malfunction and warning messages
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data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index AIR CLEANER
* C = Category, see page 309.Line 1 Line 2 C*
REPLACE AIR CLEANER VISIT WORKSHOP! 2

343 Engine compartment
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index The engine oil level can be checked by either the oil
dipstick or via the multifunction display in the
instrument cluster, see page 156.
Wipe the oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine
oil level. Fully insert dipstick in tube, and remove after
three seconds to obtain accurate reading.
The oil level must be between the lower
mark (min) and the upper mark (max)
on the oil dipstick.
Unscrew the oil filler cap and add oil carefully if you
need to top up the oil.
S 430, S 500 and S 55 AMG:
Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking
level is approximately 2.0 US qt (2.0 l).
S 600:
Follow the message appearing on the engine oil level
indicator display (page 156) as to quantity to be added.
Re-install oil filler cap.
Do not overfill the engine.
Excessive oil must be drained
or siphoned. It could cause damage to engine and
catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.See Malfunction and warning messages on page 309 if
an engine oil level display appears on the multifunction
indicator when the engine is running.
Note:
See page 156 for engine oil level indicator.
Automatic transmission fluid level
The transmission has a permanent fill of automatic
transmission fluid.
Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and
changes are not required. For this reason the dipstick is
omitted.
If you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting malfunctions,
have your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the
transmission fluid level.
Active body control (ABC) fluid level
Regular fluid level check is not required.
If you notice fluid leaks or malfunctions, have your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the
ABC-system.

351 Tires, Wheels
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Changing wheelsMove vehicle to a level area which is a safe distance
from the roadway.
1. Set parking brake and turn on hazard warning
flasher.
2. Move selector lever to position “P” and turn off
engine.
3. Prevent vehicle from rolling away by blocking
wheels with wheel chocks (not supplied with
vehicle) or sizable wood block or stone. When
changing a wheel on a hill, place chocks on the
downhill side blocking both wheels of the other
axle. On an level road, place one chock in front of
and one behind the wheel that is diagonally
opposite to the wheel being changed.
Wa r n i n g !
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the
vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the
vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the jack
only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change.
Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported
by the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the area
under the lifted vehicle. Always firmly set parking
brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with
jack.Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is
raised. Be certain that the jack is always vertical
when in use, especially on hills. Always try to use
the jack on level surface. Be sure that the jack arm
is fully inserted in the jack tube. Always lower the
vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before
working under the vehicle.

360 Jump starting
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index
Proceed as follows:
1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that
the jumper cables will reach, but never let the
vehicles touch. Make sure the jumper cables do not
have loose or missing insulation.
2. On both vehicles:
•Turn off engine and all lights and accessories,
except hazard warning flashers or work lights.
•Apply parking brake and shift selector lever to
position “P”.
Important!
3. Clamp one end of the first jumper cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery and
the other end to the positive (+) terminal of the
charged battery. Make sure the cable clamps do not
touch any other metal parts.
4. Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the
grounded negative (–) terminal of the charged
battery and the final connection to the negative (–)
under hood terminal of the disabled vehicle.Important!
5. Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery
and run at high idle. Make sure the cables are not
on or near pulleys, fans, or other parts that move
when the engine is started. Allow the discharged
battery to charge for a few minutes. Start engine of
the disabled vehicle in the usual manner.
6. After the engine has started, remove jumper cables
by exactly reversing the above installation
sequence, starting with the last connection made
first. When removing each clamp, make sure that it
does not touch any other metal while the other end
is still attached.
Note:
If engine does not run after several unsuccessful
starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Excessive unburned fuel may damage the catalytic
converter.