2010 MERCEDES-BENZ S65AMG automatic transmission

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsService
RequiredDo Not
Shift
GearsThe automatic transmission cannot be shifted out of the
current transmission position because of a malfunction.
If the automatic transmission is in drive position D:XWithout shifting the automatic transmission out of drive
position D, drive to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If the automatic transmission is set to neutral position N,
reverse gear R or park position P:
XDo not drive.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.Only
Shift to
Position
'P' When
Vehicle
Is
StationaryYou have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into
park position P although the vehicle was still in motion.XStop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.XShift the automatic transmission to park position P.XEngage the electronic parking brake.Shift to
P or Nto Start
EngineYou have attempted to start the engine while the automatic
transmission was in reverse gear R or drive position D.XShift the automatic transmission into park position P or
neutral position N. Make sure the brake pedal is depressed.Auxiliary
Battery
(message
appears in
white)Malfunctio
nThe backup battery for the automatic transmission is no
longer charging.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Auxiliary
Battery
(message
appears in
red)Malfunctio
nThe backup battery for the automatic transmission is
discharged. In case of failure of the on-board electrical
system, you may not be able change transmission positions.XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XEngage the electronic parking brake.XDo not drive any further.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsF
(USA only)
!
(Canada
only)Please
Release
Parking
BrakeIn addition, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking
brake flashes and an acoustic warning sounds.
You are driving with the electronic parking brake engaged, or
you are carrying out an emergency brake maneuver with the
electronic parking brake ( Y page 315).XRelease electronic parking brake.
or
XDrive off carefully.
or
XRelease the handle for electronic parking brake.F
(USA only)
!
(Canada
only)Please
Release
Parking
BrakeIn addition, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking
brake flashes, the yellow warning lamp for the electronic
parking brake comes on and an acoustic warning sounds.
The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning. The braking
effect is reduced.
While driving:XRelease the handle for electronic parking brake.
While at a standstill:
XSwitch off the ignition.XPress handle for electronic parking brake until the warning
message disappears from the multifunction display.
If the warning message does not disappear:
XShift the automatic transmission to park position P
( Y page 317).XProtect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using the
collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit
( Y page 450).XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.F
(USA only)
!
(Canada
only)Turn On
the
Ignition
to
Release
the
Parking
BrakeIn addition, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking
brake comes on.
You have tried to release the electronic parking brake, but the
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsF
(USA only)
!
(Canada
only)Parking
Brake See
Oper.
ManualIn addition, the yellow warning lamp for the electronic parking
brake comes on. The red indicator lamp for the electronic
parking brake may also come on.
The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning.
To release:XPull handle of electronic parking brake.
or
XDrive off carefully.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
To engage:
XSwitch off the ignition.XPress handle for electronic parking brake for at least
10 seconds until the warning message in the multifunction
display disappears.
If the warning message does not disappear:
XShift the automatic transmission to park position P
( Y page 317).XProtect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using the
collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit
( Y page 450).XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.F
(USA only)
!
(Canada
only)Parking
Brake See
Oper.
ManualIn addition, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking
brake flashes.
The power supply for the electronic parking brake was
interrupted.XPull handle of electronic parking brake.
or
XDrive off carefully.
or
XPress handle for electronic parking brake until the warning
message in the multifunction display disappears.470Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayPractical hints
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsF
(USA only)
!
(Canada
only)Parking
Brake
Inoperativ
eWhen you engage or release the electronic parking brake, the
red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes
and goes out after approx. 10 seconds. The yellow warning
lamp for the electronic parking brake comes on.
The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning.XSwitch ignition off and back on again, and engage or release
electronic parking brake.
If the electronic parking brake cannot be engaged:
XShift the automatic transmission to park position P
( Y page 317).XProtect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using a
chock from the vehicle tool kit ( Y page 450).XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.$
(USA only)
J
(Canada
only)Service
See Oper.
ManualS 600 and S 65 AMG only:
The brake system sensors are malfunctioning. The brake
system continues to function normally with full brake force
boost.XContinue driving with added caution.XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.$
(USA only)
J
(Canada
only)Check
Brake
Fluid
LevelThere is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir.
Risk of accident!XStop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe
to do so.XEngage the parking brake.XDo not drive any further.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.
Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
GWarning!
Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Have
your brake system checked immediately.
Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can
result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be
seriously burned.
! 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.
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÁNight
View
Assist
Inoperativ
eThe Night View Assist Plus is malfunctioning.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.ÁNight
View
Assist
Currently
Unavailabl
eThe temperature of the Night View Assist Plus camera is too
high ( Y page 356).XWait until the message Night View Assist Available
Again appears.
In addition you can:
XSwing the camera cover down ( Y page 444).XAdjust the air distribution of the climate control so that air
flows upward ( Y page 212).ÁNight
View
Assist
Lights
Must Be
Set to
AUTO or ONYou have tried to switch on Night View Assist Plus, but the
exterior lamp switch is not set to c or L .XTurn the exterior lamp switch to c or L
( Y page 298).ÁNight
View
Assist
Not In
Reverse
GearYou have tried to switch on Night View Assist Plus while the
automatic transmission was in reverse gear R.XShift the automatic transmission to park position P, neutral
position N or drive position D (Y page 317).ÁNight
View
Assist
Lights ON
or AUTO,
Not in R
GearYou have tried to switch on Night View Assist Plus, but the
exterior lamp switch is not set to c or L .
In addition, the automatic transmission is in reverse gear R.XTurn the exterior lamp switch to c or L
( Y page 298).XShift the automatic transmission to park position P, neutral
position N or drive position D (Y page 317).ÁNight
View
Assist
Only When
It Is DarkYou have tried to switch on Night View Assist Plus by daylight.
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VehicleDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions:The trunk is open.XClose the trunk ( Y page 280).MYou are driving with the hood open.XStop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to
do so.XClose the hood ( Y page 405).
There is otherwise danger of an accident.
CYou are driving with at least one door open.
The display symbol shows you which doors are open.XClose all doors.EShift to PYou have attempted to turn off the engine with the KEYLESS-
GO start/stop button and opened the driver’s door with the
automatic transmission not shift to park position P.XShift the automatic transmission to park position P
( Y page 317).
or
XClose the driver’s door.ÂKey
Detected
In VehicleA SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO left in the vehicle was
recognized while trying to lock the vehicle from the outside.XTake the SmartKey out of the vehicle.ÂDon’t
Forget
Your KeyThis message appears for a maximum of 60 seconds if the
driver’s door is opened with the engine turned off and no
SmartKey in the starter switch. This message is only a
reminder.XTake the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle.ÂTake Your
Key From
IgnitionYou have forgotten to remove the SmartKey.XRemove the SmartKey from the starter switch.ÂObtain a
New KeyThe SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be replaced.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.ÂClose
Doors to
Lock
VehicleYou tried to lock the vehicle but not all doors were closed.XClose doors and lock the vehicle again.478Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayPractical hints
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XPress the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button
repeatedly until the windshield wipers
start.
XPress the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button
when the wiper arms are in a vertical
position.
Removing wiper blades
! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts.
They could tear.
XFold the wiper arm forward until it snaps
into place.
XTurn the wiper blade in direction of
arrow :.
XSlide the wiper blade sideways out of the
retainer in the direction of arrow ;.
Installing wiper blades
XSlide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm
until it locks in place.
XRotate the wiper blade into a position
parallel to the wiper arm.
XFold the wiper arm backward to rest on the
windshield.
Make sure you hold on to the wiper when
folding the wiper arm back.
! Make sure the wiper blades are installed
properly. Improperly installed wiper blades
may cause windshield damage.
Flat tire
Safety notes
GWarning!
The dimensions of the spare wheel are
different from those of the road wheels. As a
result, the vehicle handling characteristics
change when driving with a spare wheel
mounted. Adapt your driving style
accordingly.
The spare wheel is for temporary use only.
When driving with a spare wheel mounted,
ensure proper tire inflation pressure and do
not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center as soon as possible to have the
spare wheel replaced with a regular road
wheel.
Never operate the vehicle with more than one
spare wheel mounted.
Do not switch off the ESC when a spare wheel
is mounted.
Preparing the vehicle
XWhenever possible, park the vehicle in a
safe distance from moving traffic on a hard,
flat surface.
XTurn on the hazard warning flasher.XTurn the steering wheel so that the front
wheels are in a straight-ahead position.
XEngage the electronic parking brake.XShift the automatic transmission into park
position P.
XTurn off the engine.XRemove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
or
XVehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Open the
driver’s door (this puts the starter switch in
position 0, same as with the SmartKey
removed from the starter switch). The
driver’s door can then be closed again.
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improper connection of jumper cables,
smoking, etc.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can
result in it exploding, causing personal injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.GWarning!
HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read
the HYBRID Supplemental Operating
Instructions included in your vehicle literature
portfolio. You may otherwise not receive all
necessary safety information and warning for
the operation of your vehicle.
! Do not tow-start the vehicle. You could
otherwise seriously damage the automatic
transmission which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
! Jump starting should only be performed
using the jump-start terminals located in
the engine compartment.
Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Do not attempt to start the engine using a
battery quick-charge unit.
If the engine does not run after several
unsuccessful starting attempts, have it
checked at the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Excessive unburned fuel generated by
repeated failed starting attempts may
damage the catalytic converter and may
present a fire risk.
Make sure the jumper cables do not have
loose or missing insulation.
Make sure the cable clamps do not touch
any other metal part while the other end is
still attached to a battery.
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started with jumper cables and the fully
charged battery of another vehicle or an
equivalent starter pack. Observe the
following:
R Access to the battery is not possible on all
vehicles. If you cannot access the battery
of the other vehicle, provide jump start
power by an external battery or starter
pack.
R Jump starting should only be performed
when the engine and catalytic converter
are cold.
R Do not jump start the engine or charge the
battery if the battery is frozen. Let the
battery thaw out first.
R Only jump start from batteries with the
same voltage rating (12 V). Jump starting
with a more powerful battery could damage
the vehicle’s electrical system. Such
damage will not be covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
R Only use jumper cables with sufficient
cross-section and insulated terminal
clamps.
R Always make sure the jumper cables are
not on or near pulleys, fans or other parts
that move when an engine is started or
running.
R Should the battery be drained completely,
let the donating power source charge the
vehicle for several minutes before
reattempting the starting process.XMake sure the two vehicles do not touch.XSwitch off all electrical consumers.XEngage the electronic parking brake.XMake sure the automatic transmission is in
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