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Tire manufacturer’s rotation
recommendations will necessitate a tire
rotation at least once in between
maintenance services and at every
maintenance service based on
Mercedes-Benz SLR maintenance
intervals
.
The first tire rotation is at no charge pro-
vided it is performed at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center prior to 6,500
miles on the vehicle odometer.
For your convenience, this Maintenance
Booklet contains a tire rotation confirma-
tion page on which you can record the
date and mileage when tire rotations
were performed.
Spark Plugs should be replaced accord-
ing to schedule on page 60. Severe oper-
ating conditions (frequent starting and
stopping, excessive idling, sustained fast
highway driving) may call for spark plugs
to be replaced correspondingly sooner.Engine oils and oil filters are specifical-
ly tested for their suitability in our en-
gines and durability for our service
intervals. Therefore, only use approved
engine oils and oil filters required for ve-
hicles with Maintenance System. For a
listing of approved engine oils and oil fil-
ters, refer to the Factory Approved Serv-
ice products pamphlet, or contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Using engine oils and oil filters of specifi-
cation other than those expressly re-
quired for the Maintenance System or
changing of oil and oil filter at change in-
tervals longer than those called for by the
Maintenance System will result in engine
damage not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz Limited Warranty
.Introduction
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Maintenance Booklet8IntroductionRegular checks
In addition to the services, we recom-
mend that you check the following items
regularly (for example: weekly, when re-
fueling, or before any long journey):
• Engine oil level - Check the engine oil
level using the engine oil dipstick. Fur-
ther information about engine oil level
measurement can be found in the vehi-
cle Operator’s Manual.
• Coolant level - Please refer to the Op-
erator’s Manual for the correct proce-
dure to check the coolant level.
• Brake fluid level - If brake fluid has to
be added, see an authorized Mer-
cedes-Benz Center to determine the
cause, e.g. leaks or worn brake pads.• Windshield washing system - If the
washer fluid level drops below 1/3, the
windshield washer fluid level warning
lamp will illuminate. Add washer fluid
mixed with Mercedes-Benz windshield
washer solvent/concentrate, test
function and check wiper blades.
• Check lights
• Tire condition and pressures –
Check at least every other week.
Please refer to section “Tires and
wheels” in the Operator’s Manual for
guidelines and correct procedures to
check tire condition and pressures.
Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products booklet or see your
Mercedes-Benz Center for more informa-
tion on selecting the proper fluids, lubri-
cants, and oils for your vehicle.
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Introduction
Notes on the warranty
An extensive and well-equipped network
of Mercedes-Benz Centers is at your dis-
posal for service work. Your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center can ensure that
your vehicle is professionally and thor-
oughly serviced and repaired.
Please see the Service and Warranty In-
formation booklet for detailed informa-
tion on warranty terms and coverage.
Please follow the instructions given in
this Maintenance Booklet, even if you
entrust the vehicle to a third party for
use or care. Only in this way will you
be able to ensure that your warranty
rights are not affected.
Service, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and systems
can be performed by any automotive
repair establishment or individual us-
ing certified parts.
We strongly recommend that you
have your vehicle serviced by your au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center which
is fully equipped to provide this serv-
ice.
Please note that engines have to be serv-
iced in accordance with special instruc-
tions and using special measuring
equipment to comply with legal require-
ments concerning exhaust emissions.
Modifications to or tampering with emis-
sions components is not permissible.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is
familiar with the relevant regulations.
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Maintenance Booklet10IntroductionParts / Operating materials
We recommend only the use of Genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts for service and re-
pairs, since they meet our specifications.
It is also important to only use fuels, lubri-
cants and anticorrosion/antifreeze cool-
ant meeting factory specifications.
Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products booklet or see your
Mercedes-Benz Center for more informa-
tion on this subject. Service records
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
will certify in the Maintenance Booklet
the maintenance services on your vehicle
which it has performed.
Other than the maintenance services de-
scribed, the Maintenance Booklet does
not record or reflect any repair work that
may have been performed to your vehi-
cle. Please keep those receipts with your
vehicle records.
For information concerning warranty, see
your Service and Warranty Information
booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
will gladly furnish additional information
on the maintenance of your vehicle.
We extend our best wishes for many
miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
A DaimlerChrysler Company
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Emission System Maintenance
General
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agen-
cy and, in California, the Air Resources
Board have certified that the emission
control systems of your vehicle comply
with the applicable exhaust emission
standards for model year 2006 vehicles.
This vehicle also complies with the appli-
cable Canadian Motor Vehicle Emission
Standards.
To be certain that the emission control
systems function as designed, regular
maintenance is necessary for compo-
nents of the vehicle which affect exhaust
and evaporation emissions composition. The vehicle owner is responsible for the
regular maintenance of the emission con-
trol system, as well as the use of premi-
um unleaded gasoline with an anti-knock
index of at least 91 (displayed on the
pump) in all gasoline engine models un-
less otherwise specified.
Failure to properly maintain the emission
system may result in repairs not being
covered by the emission system warran-
ties.
Explanations of each maintenance job
are given in numerical order on page 63.
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Maintenance Booklet12Emission System MaintenanceEmission Control System Caution -
Gasoline Engines
Your Mercedes-Benz SLR vehicle is
equipped with both a three-way catalyst
and a closed loop oxygen sensor system
to comply with current exhaust emission
regulations. Keep your vehicle in proper
operating condition by following our rec-
ommended maintenance instructions as
outlined.
The following has to be adhered to:
a) In all gasoline engine models, use
only premium unleaded gasoline
with an anti-knock index of at least
91 (as displayed on the pump) un-
less otherwise specified. Damage to
the engine could occur if premium un-
leaded fuel is not used. Refer to the
Operator’s Manual for special precau-
tions.
b) Leaded gasoline should not be used
under any circumstances. Damage
to the emission control components
will result.
c) The specified engine maintenance
jobs have to be performed com-
pletely and at the required inter-
vals. Correct ignition timing and
properly functioning spark plugs for in-
stance are important for the service
life of the catalysts. Failure to properly
perform the specified maintenance
jobs may adversely affect the emis-
sion control system on the vehicle and
reduce its service life.
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Emission System Maintenance
d) The operation of the emission con-
trol system must not be altered in
any way. Alterations are not permissi-
ble by law. In addition, alterations may
result in damage to the catalysts, in-
creased fuel consumption, and im-
paired engine running conditions.
e) Irregular engine running conditions
should be corrected immediately by
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cent-
er. Such irregular running conditions
can influence the proper function of the
emission control system.
If the “CHECK ENGINE” indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster illuminates when
the engine is running, it indicates a possi-
ble malfunction of the engine manage-
ment system or emission control system.
We recommend that you have the mal-
function checked as soon as possible.
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Maintenance Booklet14Notes
