2008 MERCEDES-BENZ SL55AMG warning light

474 Index
High-performance brake system
(AMG vehicles only) 270
Hood 282
Messages in the multifunction
display 390
Opening 282
Horn 25
HVAC see Automatic climate control
Hydroplaning 272
I
Identification labels 444
Identification number, Vehicle (VIN) 445
Ignition 40
Immobilizer 98
Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and
warning
Infant and child restraint systems see
Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure see Tire inflation
pressure
Inside door handle 113Instrument cluster 26, 140
Illumination brightness 140
Lamps 342
Language 160
Messages in the multifunction
display 26, 359
Multifunction display 143
Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster,
Illumination brightness
Instrument panel see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls see Cockpit
Interior lighting 138
Delayed switch-off 165
Interior rear view mirror 49
Antiglare position 185
Auto-dimming 185
J
Jack 401
Jacking up the vehicle 418
Jump starting 432K
Key, Mechanical 403
Valet locking 120
Key, SmartKey
Batteries 407
Battery check lamp 104
Checking the batteries 113
Factory setting 106
Global locking 106, 107
Global unlocking 106, 107
Locking/unlocking 38, 65, 104
Loss of 113
Messages in the multifunction
display 390
Opening, Trunk 115
Opening/closing retractable
hardtop 206
Remote control 104
Replacing batteries 407
Reprogramming 107
Restoring to factory settings 107
Selective setting 107
Starter switch positions 40
Starting the engine 53
Turning off the engine 64
Unlocking, Trunk lid 114

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Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 108
Batteries 407
Battery check lamp 108
Checking the batteries 113
Factory setting 111
Global locking 111, 112
Global unlocking 111, 112
Locking/unlocking 39, 65, 108
Loss of 113
Messages in the multifunction
display 390, 391
Opening, Trunk 115
Opening/closing retractable
hardtop 206
Remote control 108
Replacing batteries 407
Reprogramming 112
Restoring to factory settings 112
Selective setting 112
Starter switch positions 41
Starting the engine 54
Turning off the engine 64
Unlocking, Trunk lid 114KEYLESS-GO*
Closing windows 203
Important notes 109
Locking/unlocking 39, 65, 108
Messages in the multifunction
display 390
Start/stop button 31, 41, 54
Starter switch positions 41
Starting the engine 54
Turning off the engine 64
Unlocking, Trunk lid 114
Kickdown 175
Kilopascal 323
Knee bag 74
L
Labels, identification 444
Lamp bulbs, exterior 409
Lamps, exterior
Delayed switch-off 164
Exterior lamp switch 25, 57
Front 410
Light sensor 392
Replacing bulbs for rear 410, 414
Switching off 131
Switching on 131Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS 29, 344
ABS/ESP
®342
Brakes 345
CHECK ENGINE 346, 347
Coolant 348
Distronic* indicator and warning
lamp 27, 221
Electro-hydraulic brake system 94
Engine diagnostics 346, 347
Engine malfunction 29
ESP
®91
Fuel reserve 350
Passenger front air
bag off 74, 78, 357
Seat belt telltale 352
Seat belts 352–353
SRS 69, 354
Turn signals 27
Language
Multifunction display 160
Leather upholstery
Cleaning 340
License plate lamps 163, 410, 414
Light alloy wheels, cleaning 338

480 Index
Retractable hardtop
Closing (SmartKey) 206
Closing (switch) 205
Convenience feature 206
Locking after raising/lowering 207
Opening (SmartKey) 206
Opening (switch) 205
Problems when operating 208
Summer opening feature 206
Reverse gear position, Automatic
transmission 172, 174
Rim 324
Roll bar 83
Buttons 32
Lowering 84
Messages in display 396
Raising 84
Warning lamp 29
RON 280
Rubber parts, cleaning 339
Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) 303S
Satellite radio 154
Seat belt force limiter 82
Seat belts 50, 68, 79
Cleaning 340
Messages in the multifunction
display 373
Telltale 352
Warning lamp 352–353
Seat heating
Switching on 126
Seat ventilation* 128
Switching on 128
Seating capacity 295
Seats
Adjusting height 45
Adjusting lumbar support 125
Adjusting shoulder support 125
Heating 126
Massage function 125
Moving 124
Selector lever see Gear selector lever
Self-test
OCS 78Service
Basic service (Service A) 330
Batteries 427
Extended service (Service B) 330
Types 330
Service life (tires) 292
Service System see Maintenance
Settings
Clock 161
Convenience functions 166
Cruise control 217
Daytime running lamp mode 163
Interior lighting delayed
switch-off 165
Lamps and lighting (control
system) 163
Language, multifunction display 161
Locator lighting 164
Miles/kilometers in
speedometer 160
Night security illumination 164
Resetting all (control system) 158
Selective (SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO*) 112

482 Index
Storage compartments 238
Armrest 239
Cup holder 243
Glove box 238
In door 238
Locking compartments
separately 240
Locking storage compartments 240
Parcel net 241, 242
Rear 240
Seats 239
Telephone* compartment 239
Unlocking compartments
separately 241
Unlocking storage
compartments 241, 404
Ventilated glove box 200
Storing tires 293
Submenus 147
Convenience 166
Instrument cluster 160, 161
Lighting 163Selecting 158
Settings menus 158
Time 161
Vehicle 166
Summer opening feature 206
Sun blind see Sunshade
Sun visors 186
Sunshade 213
Closing 213
Opening 213
Suspension tuning
For regular driving style 233
For sporty driving style 233
Suspension tuning (ABC) 230
Switching on headlamps 57
Symbol
Distance warning function* 222
Synchronizing
ESP
®367
Power windows 203
Synchronizing time with head unit 161T
Tachometer 29, 142
Tail lamps 410, 414
Cleaning lenses 336
Technical data
Electrical system 454
Main dimensions 455
Rims and tires 449
Weights 456
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system 465
Tele Aid 250
Emergency calls 252
Information 254
Initiating an emergency call
manually 253
Messages in the multifunction
display 396
Roadside Assistance 253
SOS button 33, 253
Tele Aid system 251

485 Index
Vehicle care
Carpets 339
Cleaning and care 333
Distronic* system sensor cover 336
Engine cleaning 335
Gear selector lever 339
Headlamps, tail lamps, etc. 336
Headliner 340
Leather upholstery 340
Light alloy wheels 338
Ornamental moldings 336
Paintwork 334
Parktronic* system sensors 337
Plastic and rubber parts 339
Power washer 334
Seat belts 340
Steering wheel 339
Tar stains 334
Upholstery 340
Washing 335
Windows 337
Wiper blades 337
Wood trims 340Vehicle Identification Number see VIN
Vehicle level
Changing 232
Setting 232
Vehicle level control (ABC) 230
Vehicle level control switch 32
Vehicle lighting
Checking 281
Vehicle loading terminology 322
Vehicle maximum load on the tire 325
Vehicle status messages 359
Vehicle tool kit 400
VIN 445
Voice control system* 25W
Warning sounds
Distance warning function* 229
Distronic* 221
Driver’s seat belt 82
Exterior lighting 65, 114, 131
Parking brake 56
Warranty coverage 443
Washing the vehicle 335
Wear pattern (tires) 326
Wheel bolts
Tightening torque 424
Wheel change 417
Tightening torque 424
Wheel wrench 401
Wheels
Tires and wheels 291
Wind screen 209
Installing 209
Removing 210
Windows see Side windows
Windows, cleaning 337