2008 MERCEDES-BENZ SL55AMG washer fluid

281 Operation
At the gas station
Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system
For information on refilling the reservoir,
see “Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system” (
page 289).
Brake fluid
For information on brake fluid, see “Fuels,
coolants, lubricants, etc.” (
page 457).Coolant level
For information on checking the coolant
level, see “Coolant” (
page 288).
Engine oil level
For more information on checking the en-
gine oil level, see “Engine oil”
(
page 283).
Vehicle lighting
Check function and cleanliness. For more
information, see “Replacing bulbs”
(
page 409).
Exterior lamp switch, see “Switching on
headlamps” (
page 57).
Tire inflation pressure
For information on checking the tire infla-
tion pressure, see “Checking tire inflation
pressure” (
page 302).
!If you find that the brake fluid in the brake
fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or
below, have the brake system checked for brake
pad thickness and leaks immediately. Notify an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the
problem. For more information, see the “Practi-
cal hints” section (
page 381).

289 Operation
Engine compartment
The coolant level is correct if the level

for cold coolant:
is up to the upper mark on the
bracing rib of the coolant expansion
tank (translucent)

for warm coolant:
is approximately 0.6 in (1.5 cm) higher
Add coolant as required.
Replace and tighten cap.
For more information, see “Coolants”
(
page 463).Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system
The windshield washer reservoir is located
in the engine compartment.
1Cap for windshield washer reservoir
Fluid for the windshield washer system
and the headlamp cleaning system is
supplied from the windshield washer
reservoir. It has a capacity of approxi-
mately 7.4 US qt. (7 l).
During all seasons, add MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” to
water. Premix the windshield washer fluid
in a suitable container.
Use the tab to pull cap 1 upwards.
Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”
and water (or commercially available
premixed windshield washer sol-
vent/antifreeze, depending on ambient
temperatures).
For more information, see “Windshield
washer system and headlamp cleaning
system” (
page 465).
!SL 600 and SL 65 AMG: Only open the cap
on coolant expansion tank1. Never open the
cap between the two charge-air coolers. Other-
wise, the engine could be damaged.
Warning!G
Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma-
ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze
on hot engine parts, because it may ignite
and burn. You could be seriously burned.
!Always use washer solvent/antifreeze
where temperatures may fall below freezing
point. Failure to do so could result in damage to
the washer system/reservoir.
!Only use washer fluid which is suitable for
plastic lenses. Improper washer fluid can dam-
age the plastic lenses of the headlamps.

399 Practical hints
What to do if …
Left displayRight displayPossible cause/consequencePossible solution
ÊThis message will appear when the
trunk lid is open and you are trying
to open or close the retractable
hardtop.Close the trunk lid.
MTrunk Partition
OpenYou are trying to open or close the
retractable hardtop even though
the luggage cover in the trunk is not
closed and/or properly engaged.Close the luggage cover and engage it into
side holders (
page 210).
WTop Up
Washer FluidThe washer fluid in the washer fluid
reservoir has fallen below the mini-
mum level.Add washer fluid (page 289).
Warning!G
Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.
Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which
may ignite when if it comes into contact with
hot engine parts. You could be seriously
burned.

459 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
ModelCapacityFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Fuel tank
including a reserve ofAll models
SL 550
SL 600
SL 55 AMG
SL 65 AMG21.1 US gal (80.0 l)
2.6 US gal (10.0 l)
2.6 US gal (10.0 l)
3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
3.7 US gal (14.0 l)Premium unleaded gasoline:
Minimum Posted Octane 91
(Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON)
Air conditioning systemR-134a refrigerant and special
PAG lubricant oil (never R-12)
Hydraulic system for retractable hardtop0.42 US qt (0.4 l)MB Hydraulic Fluid
Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning
system7.4 US qt (7.0 l)MB Windshield Washer Concentrate1
1Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”
and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (page 465).

465 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Windshield washer system and head-
lamp cleaning system
Both the windshield washer system and
the headlamp cleaning system are
supplied from the windshield washer reser-
voir.
The washer reservoir has a capacity of
approximately 7.4 US qt (7.0 l).
Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”
and water (or concentrate and com-
mercially available premixed wind-
shield washer solvent/antifreeze,
depending on ambient temperatures).Windshield and headlamp washer fluid
mixing ratio
For temperatures above freezing point, use
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
“MB SummerFit” and water:

1 part “MB SummerFit” to 100 parts
water
(1.34 fl oz [40 ml] “MB SummerFit” to
1gal [4.0l] water)
For temperatures below freezing point, use
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
“MB SummerFit” and commercially avail-
able premixed windshield washer
solvent/antifreeze:

1 part “MB SummerFit” to 100 parts
solvent
(1.34 fl oz [40 ml] “MB SummerFit” to
1 gal [4.0 l] solvent)
Warning!G
Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma-
ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze
on hot engine parts because it may ignite
and burn. You could be seriously burned.

472 Index
Emergency operations
Glove box, Unlocking 404
Load assist, Lowering 406
Locking/unlocking the
vehicle 403, 405
Remote door unlock, Tele Aid 256
Trunk lid, Releasing from the
inside 121
Trunk lid, Unlocking 404
Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD
Emission control 277
Information label 445
System warranties 10
Engine
Block heater (Canada only) 328
Break-in recommendations 266
Cleaning 335
Compartment 282
Malfunction indicator lamp 29, 346
Number 445
Poly-V-belt layout 446
Starting 53
Tachometer 29
Technical data 447
Turning off 64Engine coolant see Coolant
Engine oil 283, 460
Adding 286, 457
Additives 460
Checking level, With control
system* 284
Checking level, With oil dipstick 286
Consumption 283
Filler cap 287
Filler neck 286, 287
Messages in the multifunction
display 285, 388
Oil dipstick 286
ESP
®89, 91
Switch 32
Switching off 93
Switching on 94
Synchronizing 367
Warning lamp 27, 342
ETD 82
Safety guidelines 72
Warning and indictor lamps 354
Exterior lamp switch 131
Exterior rear view mirrors 49, 185F
Filler cap, Engine oil 287
Filler neck, Engine oil 286, 287
First aid kit 400
Flat tire 417
Mounting the spare wheel 417
Preparing the vehicle 417
Spare wheel 400
Floormat* 247
Fluids
Automatic climate control
system 457
Automatic transmission 287, 457
Brake system 281, 457, 460
Capacities 457
Engine coolant 288, 457, 463
Engine oil 283, 457, 460
Power steering 457
Retractable hardtop, Hydraulics 457
Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system 457
Fog lamps 134
Messages in the multifunction
display 393, 394
Replacing bulbs 410

477 Index
Mirrors 49, 185
Adjusting interior rear view mirror 49
Exterior rear view mirrors 49
Misfiring 60
MOE tires* see MOExtended system*
MOExtended system* 312, 425
MOExtended tires* 449
MON 280
Mph or km/h in speedometer 160
Multifunction display 143
Left display 27
Right display 29
Selecting language 160
Standard display 143
Multifunction display messages
ABC 361
ABS 363, 364
Battery 377
Brake pads 380
Brake system 382
Coolant 383
Coolant level 385
Display malfunction 386Doors 386
Easy-entry/exit feature 386
Electro-hydraulic brake
system 378, 379
Hood 390
Luggage cover 399
Passenger front air bag 370
Restraint systems 373
Roll bar 396
SmartKey 390
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 391
SRS 373
Tele Aid 396
Telephone* 396
Tires 397
Trunk 399
Washer fluid 399
Multifunction steering wheel 30, 144
Buttons 144N
Navigation system
Operating 155
Neutral gear position, Automatic
transmission 172, 174
Night security illumination 164
Normal occupant weight 324
O
Occupant Classification System see OCS
Occupant distribution 324
Occupant safety
OCS 74
Passenger front air bag off indicator
lamp 78
SRS 68
OCS 74
Self-test 78
Odometer, main 27
Oil
Adding 286
Consumption 283
Oil dipstick 286
Oil see Engine oil

486 Index
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades 337
Defogging 196
Refilling washer fluid 289
Washer fluid 60, 289
Washer system 289
Windshield and headlamp washer
system 465
Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning
system 281
Windshield washer fluid 60
Filler neck 289
Messages in the multifunction
display 399
Mixing ratio 465
Refilling 289Windshield wipers 25, 58
Fast wiper speed 59
Intermittent wiping 59
Replacing wiper blades 415
Wiping with windshield washer
fluid 60
Winter driving
Snow chains 329
Tires 327
Winter driving instructions 274
Winter tires 327
Wood trims
Cleaning 340