2009 MERCEDES-BENZ SLR CLASS tire pressure

Maintenance Booklet2H

Natural resources form the basis of our
existence on this planet. The objectives
of our policy are for these resources to be
used sparingly and in a manner which
takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
Our declared policy is integrated environ-
mental protection. This policy starts at
the root causes and encompasses in its
management decisions all the conse-
quences for the environment which could
arise from production processes or the
products themselves.
You too can help to protect the environ-
ment by operating your Mercedes-Benz
SLR in an environmentally responsible
manner.
Operating conditions and your individual
driving style to a large extent influence
fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
brake, and tire wear. To reduce fuel con-
sumption and the rate of wear, please
consider the following: • Avoid short trips.
• Make sure that the tire pressures are
always correct.
• Avoid frequent, abrupt acceleration.
• Do not carry any unnecessary weight.
• Remove ski holders and roof racks
once you no longer need them.
• Do not warm up the engine with the
car stationary.
• Shift gears such that each gear is
used only up to 2/3 of its maximum
engine speed.
• Keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel con-
sumption.
A regularly serviced vehicle will also help
protect the environment. You should ad-
here to the maintenance intervals dis-
played by the Maintenance System
service indicator, along with other main-
tenance work described in this booklet.
We recommend that you have services
performed by an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center using Genuine Mercedes-
Benz parts.
Protecting the environment

Maintenance Booklet6IntroductionInterior filters (e.g. dust filter, recircu-
lating air filter, activated charcoal filter or
combination filter) are replaced accord-
ing to the maintenance intervals listed.
Under severe dust conditions, or with the
Climate Control frequently operating in
the air recirculation mode, the respective
filter should be replaced correspondingly
sooner.
Tire inspection - Your vehicle’s tires are
a critical component to overall vehicle
performance and vehicle stability. The
useful life of tires will vary and is
proportional to tire type, speed rating,
ambient conditions, tire loading, tire
inflation pressure, road surfaces, and
individual driving style, among other
factors. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz
recommends regular checks for wear and
proper inflation.
The first tire inspection, which includes
checking for proper inflation pressure
and tread condition, is at no charge pro-
vided it is performed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center prior to
5,000 miles on the vehicle odometer.
For your convenience, this Maintenance
Booklet contains a tire inspection confir-
mation page on which you can record the
date and mileage when tire inspections
were performed.
Tire rotation - Tire rotations can only be
performed on vehicles with the same tire
dimensions on all four wheels (e.g. winter
tires). In cases where your vehicle is
configured with staggered tire sizes
(different tire sizes, front vs. rear), tire
rotations are not possible.
If your vehicle’s tire configuration allows
for rotation, tire rotation should be
performed by observing a front-to-rear
pattern that will maintain the intended
rotational (spinning) direction of the tire
(on unidirectional tires, an arrow on the
sidewall indicates the intended rotation
or spinning direction of the tire) and in
accordance with the tire manufacturer’s
recommended intervals, or sooner at first
signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear.

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.
For more information on selecting the
proper fluids, lubricants and oils for your
vehicle please refer to
www.startekinfo.com or
www.mbusa.com/ownersonline, or see
your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Confirmations
Tire inspection or rotation
If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 6), tire rotation should be performed in
accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular
(uneven) tread wear. 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
maintenance intervals.
Reminder:
Tire
inspection or
rotation

First tire
inspection or
rotation
provided at
no charge*
*This first tire inspection or rotation (if
applicable) at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center at any time up to 5,000
miles (vehicle odometer) is provided at
no charge. Please refer to the Service
and Warranty Information Booklet for full
details.
Tire rotation should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommendations in the Tire
Warranty Pamphlet included in your vehicle literature portfolio. However, tires should be rotated at the
first sign of irregular (uneven) tread wear, even if it occurs before the recommended rotation intervals, and
should be checked regularly for wear and proper inflation. Please note that the useful life of tires will vary
and is proportional to tire type, speed rating, ambient conditions, tire loading, tire inflation pressure, road
surfaces, and individual driving style, among other factors.
Should a tire rotation not be possible for your vehicle’s tire configuration an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center will check your tires for proper inflation pressure and perform a tread inspection.
The first tire inspection or rotation (if applicable) occurring at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at any
time up to 5,000 miles (vehicle odometer) is provided at no charge.
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Tire inspection or rotation
If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration ( page 6), tire rotation should be performed in accordance with the
tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear. Tire manufac-
turer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at
every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals.
Should a tire rotation not be possible for your vehicle’s tire configuration an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
check your tires for proper inflation pressure and perform a tread inspection.
The first tire inspection or rotation (if applicable) ( page 15) occurring at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at any time up to
5,000 miles (vehicle odometer) is provided at no charge.
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Tire inspection or rotation

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Service
At every 10,000 miles or 1 year
Interior
Function check
Warning and indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting - - - -
Switches and controls5454
Audible warning system5450
Windshield wiper, windshield washer system, headlamp cleaning system8252
Check seat belts for damage and proper function91 5 0
Wheels, brakes
Check tire pressure monitoring system battery using STAR DIAGNOSIS4056
Read malfunction memory using STAR DIAGNOSIS and correct faults if necessary - - - -
Deactivate Electro-hydraulic brake system using STAR DIAGNOSIS- - - -
Check Electro-hydraulic brake system hydraulic unit 4259
Check front axle wheel bearing play3351
Check rear axle wheel bearing play3551
Balance wheels - - - -

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Service
Check condition/thickness of brake discs front/rear 4251
Check brake pads for lining thickness front/rear4251
Check and clean front and rear ventilation grille and air ducts for the brake system 6150
Parking brake - Adjust cable slack4261
Check tires for damage and condition4051
Measure tread depth, record in mm4051
Correct tire inflation pressure- - - -
Activate Electro-hydraulic brake system using STAR DIAGNOSIS- - - -
Underside of vehicle
Check and clean underbody panelling 61 51
Check and clean ventilation grille and air ducts of the rear axle61 5 0
Leakage - Major components
Check for chafe marks, line routing, damaged components
In the event of leakage, determine cause and perform repair via separate work order 0053
Check condition of front axle ball joints and rubber boots3353
Check conditions of steering mechanical components and rubber boots4653
Check rear axle mount for condition3557
Check drive shaft for condition3558
Check propeller shaft for condition41 5 4