2010 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS COUPE tyre pressure

Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0003 Solutions
000A
The yellow
engine diagnos-
tics warning
lamp lights up
while the engine
is running. The
smoothness of
the gear change
is restricted. The sub geartrain with the odd gears has failed. The transmission
is in emergency mode.
X
Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop. 000D
The yellow tyre
pressure moni-
tor warning lamp
is on. G
Risk of accident
The tyre pressure monitor has detected a sudden or significant
pressure loss in at least one of the tyres.
X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
manoeuvres. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do
so.
X Observe the additional messages in the multifunction display
(Y page 289).
The warning light will go out after the flat tyre has been changed
and you have been driving for a few minutes. 0019
The red seat belt
warning lamp
lights up for six
seconds after
the engine is
started 22
. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger
to fasten their seat belts.
X
Fasten your seat belt (Y page 210).0019
After the engine
starts, a warning
tone sounds for
up to 6 sec-
onds22
. G
Risk of injury
The driver's seat belt is not fastened.
X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 210).
The warning tone ceases. 0019
The red seat belt
warning lamp
lights up after
the engine
starts, as soon
as the driver's
door or the
front-passenger
door is closed. G
Risk of injury
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
X Fasten your seat belt (Y page 210).
The warning lamp goes out. 22
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X
Get all occupants out of the vehicle .Make
sure that they are no tendangered as they
ge to ut of the vehicle.
X Make sure that no one is near the danger
area whils tawheel is being changed. Any-
one who is not directly assisting in the
wheel change should, for example, stand
behind the barrier.
X Switch off the engine.
X Remove the key from the ignition lock.
X Get out of the vehicle.
X Close the driver’s door.
X Place the warning triangle ( Ypage 288) at
a suitable distance. Observe legal require-
ments. Using the TIREFIT kit
You can use the TIREFI Tkit to seal small
punctures, particularly those in the tyre tread.
You can use TIREFIT at outside temperatures
down to -40 †. G
Risk of accident
In the following situations ,your safety is at
particular risk and tyre sealant is unable to
provide breakdown assistance if:
R there are cuts or punctures in the tyre
greater than 4 mm
R the wheel rim is damaged
R you have driven at very low tyre pressures
or on a flat tyre
Do not drive any further. Consult a qualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or
on safety-related systems must be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop. X
Do not remove any foreign objects which
have penetrated the tyre, e.g. screws or
nails.
X Take the TIREFIT kit out of the boot
(Y page 288). X
Open the TIREFIT kit and remove "max.
80 km/h" sticker 000B.
X Affix sticker 000Bwithin the driver's field of
vision. G
Risk of injury
TIREFIT must not come into contact with your
skin, eyes or clothing.
R If TIREFIT comes into contact with your
eyes or skin, immediately rinse thoroughly
with clean water.
R Change out of clothing which has come into
contact with TIREFIT immediately.
R If an allergic reaction occurs, consult a doc-
tor immediately.
Keep TIREFIT away from children.
R If TIREFIT is swallowed, immediately rinse
your mouth out thoroughly and drink plenty
of water.
R Do not induce vomiting. Consult a doctor
immediately.
R Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes.
i If TIREFIT leaks out, allow it to dry. It can
then be removed like a layer of film.
If you get TIREFIT on your clothing, have it
cleaned as soon as possible with perchloro-
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Comply with the manufacturer's safety
instructions on the tyr
einflatio ncompressor
label and on the TIREFIT filler bottle.
i You will also find operating instructions
0015 in the lid of the TIREFIT kit.
X Pull the cable and filler hose 000Cout of the
housing. X
Unscrew flanged cap 0012.
X Unscrew the cap of TIREFIT filler bottle 0001.
Make sure that the aluminium film is not
damaged when doing so. X
Screw TIREFIT filler bottle 0001clockwise
tightly onto flange seal 000D.
This pierces the aluminium film.
X Remove the cap from the valve on the faulty
tyre.
X Make sure that pressure release screw 000A
is closed.
X Remove the dust protection cap from filler
hose 000C. X
Screw the end of filler hose 000Conto tyre
valve 000E.
X Make sure that on/offs witch0002on the tyre
inflatio ncompressor is set to 0.
X Insert connector 0014into the 12 V cigarette
lighter socket*(Y page 260).
X Select key position 2with the Start/Stop
button (Y page 202).
i The battery discharges during tyre infla-
tion compressor usage. For this reason,
you should start the engine unless you are
inflating the tyre in an enclosed space. X
Press on/offs witch0002on the tyre inflation
compressor to I.
The tyre inflatio ncompressor is switched
on. The tyre is inflated.
i First, TIREFIT is pumped into the tyre. The
pressure can briefly rise to approximately
500 kPa (5 bar). Flat tyre
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Do not switch off the tyre inflation com-
pressor during this phase.
X Let the tyre inflation compressor run for a
maximum of te nminutes. The tyre should
the nhave a pressure of at least
180 kPa (1.8 bar) (maximum
350 kPa (3.5 bar)).
Switch the tyre inflation compressor off
briefly to read the correct value from pres-
sure gauge 0013.
! Do not operate the tyre inflation com-
pressor for longer than ten minutes at a
time without a break .Itmay otherwise
overheat.
The tyre inflation compressor can be oper-
ated again once it has cooled down.
If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar) is not
reached after ten minutes:
X Switch off and disconnect the tyre inflation
compressor and drive the vehicle forwards
or backwards approximately 10 m.
This distributes the TIREFIT more evenly.
X Leave TIREFIT fille rbottle 0001attached to
the flange.
X Pump up the tyre again. G
Risk of accident
If the tyre pressure is less than 130 kPa
(1.3 bar), the tyre is too severely damaged. Do
not drive any further. Consult a qualified spe-
cialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. If the tyre pressure is at least
180 kPa (1.8 bar):
X
Press on/offs witch0002on the tyre inflation
compressor to 0.
The tyre inflatio ncompressor is switched
off.
X Remove connector 0014from the 12 V
socket.
X Remove filler hose 000Cfrom tyre valve 000E
and refit the dust protection cap. Screw the
valve cap onto the valve again.
Leave TIREFIT filler bottle 0001attached to
flange 000D.
X Stow the TIREFIT kit in a safe and accessi-
ble place in the vehicle.
X Pull away immediately.
! After use, excess TIREFIT may run out of
the filler hose. This could cause stains. G
Risk of accident
The vehicle's handling characteristics may be
affected if you drive with a tyre that is inflated
with TIREFIT. This could cause an accident.
Therefore, do not exceed amaximum speed
of 80 km/h.
Affix th e"max. 80 km/h" sticker within the
driver's field of vision.
X Stop after driving for approximately three
kilometres or ten minutes and check the
tyre pressure using the tyre inflation com-
pressor.
i On tyres that are equipped with a tyre
pressure sensor (tyre pressure monitor),
the use of sealant can leadt o error mes-
sages and incorrect displays. Therefore,
use pressure gauge 0013in the TIREFIT kit to
check and correct the tyre pressure. G
Risk of accident
If the tyre pressure is less than 130 kPa
(1.3 bar), the tyre is too severely damaged. Do
not drive any further. Consult a qualified spe-
cialist workshop which has the necessary
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the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends tha
tyou use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
X Correct the tyre pressure if it is at least
130 kPa (1.3 bar) (see fuel filler flap for val-
ues).
To increase the tyre pressure: switch on
the tyre inflation compressor.
To reduce the tyre pressure: open
release screw 000A.
! The manufacturer does not guarantee
that all tyre damage can be repaired using
the TIREFIT kit, particularly in the case of
cuts and punctures with a diameter of more
than four millimetres or on the sidewall. The
manufacturer is not responsible for dam-
age caused by inappropriate use of the
TIREFIT kit.
X Drive to the nearest workshop and have the
tyre changed there.
X Have the TIREFIT kit replaced as soon as
possible at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. H
Environmental note
Have the used TIREFIT kit disposed of profes-
sionally, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre.
X Have the TIREFIT kit replaced every four
years at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Changing
awheel
Preparing the vehicle i
You rvehicle is not fitted with wheel-
changing tools at the factory. Some of the
tools required to perform awheel change, e.g. wheel chock, jack, centring pin or
wheel wrench are vehicle-specific. For
more information on which tools are
required to perform a wheel change on your
vehicle, consult a Mercedes-Ben
zService
Centre.
X Prepare the vehicle as described
(Y page 325).
X Bring the wheels into the straight-ahead
position.
X Take the following objects from the left-
hand stowage compartment and the left-
hand stowage space in the boot:
R
the jack 24
R the wheel-changing tools*
R the folding wheel chock 24
X Use the folding wheel choc kto prevent the
vehicle from rolling away. X
Fold both plates upwards 0001.
X Fold out lower plate 0002.
X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into
openings in base plate 0015.
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Turn the jack back to the out-of-use posi-
tion and stow it in the boot again with the
rest of the wheel-changing tools. Emergency spare wheel*
G
Risk of accident
The wheel dimensions and tyre size of the
emergency spare wheel differ from those of
the standard wheels.
Your vehicle's handling characteristics will
change when driving with a collapsible emer-
gency spare wheel. Adapt your style of driving
accordingly.
The collapsible emergency spare wheel may
only be used for a short time. Do not exceed
the maximum speed of 80 km/h and do not
deactivate ESP ®
. G
Risk of accident
Have the collapsible emergenc yspare wheel
replaced as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Never drive the vehicle with more than one
collapsible emergency spare wheel fitted.
Inflating the collapsible emergency
spare wheel 25 G
Risk of accident
Pump up the collapsible emergency spare
wheel before lowering the vehicle. You could
otherwise damage the wheel rim.
X Remove the electric air pump from the boot
(Y page 288). Comply with the manufacturer’s safety
instructions on the sticker on the electric air
pump and on the TIREFIT filler bottle.
0001
Sticker "max. 80 km/h“
0002 On/off switch
0015 Operating instructions
0014 Connector
0012 Flanged cap
0013 Pressure gauge
000A Pressure release screw
000B Filler hose
X Pull cable and filler hose 000Bout of the hous-
ing.
X Remove the cap from the valve on the tyre.
X Make sure that pressure release screw 000A
is closed.
X Remove the dust protection cap from filler
hose 000B.
X Screw the end of filler hose 000Bonto the tyre
valve.
X Make sure on/off switch 0002on the electric
air pump is set to 0.
X Insert connector 0014intothe 12 V cigarette
lighter socket*( Ypage 260).
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X
Select key position 2with the Start/Stop
button (Y page 202).
X Press on/of fswitch 0002on the electric air
pump to I.
The electric air pump is switched on. The
tyre is inflated.
X When the specified tyre pressure (see
Emergency spare wheel (Y page 355)) has
been reached, press on/off switch 0002on
the electric air pump to 0.
The electric air pump is switched off.
! Do not operate the electric air pump for
longer than ten minutes at a time without
a break .Itmay otherwise overheat.
The air pump can be operated again once
it has cooled down.
If the tyre pressure is higher than the value
specified:
X Open pressure release screw 000Auntil the
tyre pressure is correct.
X Remove fille rhose 000Bfrom the tyre valve.
X Stow the electric air pump in a safe and
accessible place in the vehicle.
Stowing aused collapsible emergency
spare wheel 25 If you want to store a collapsible emergency
spare wheel in the vehicle again, follow the
procedure described below. Otherwise, it will
not be possible to store it. We recommend
that this work is carried out at a specialist
workshop.
! Only place the collapsible emergency
spare wheel in the vehicle when it is dry.
Otherwise, moisture may remain in the
vehicle interior.
X Unscrew the valve cap with integrated
valve extractor from the valve.
X Unscrew the valve insert from the valve and
release the air. i
Fully deflating the tyres can take a few
minutes.
X Screw the valve insert back into the valve.
X Screw the valve cap back on.
X Put the tyre cover provided over the col-
lapsible emergency spare wheel.
X Store the collapsible emergency spare
wheel behind the front-passenger seat. Battery
Notes on the vehicle battery
In order for the battery to achieve the maxi-
mum possible service life, it must always be
sufficiently charged.
Have the battery charge checked more fre-
quently if you use the vehicle mainly for short
trips or if you leave it standing idle for a
lengthy period.
To preven tdamage from corrosion, only
replace the battery with one that has a central
ventilation cover.
Consult a Mercedes-Ben zService Centre if
you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for
a long period of time. G
Risk of injury
Comply with safety precautions and take pro-
tective measures when handling batteries. Risk of explosion
Fire, naked flames and
smoking are prohibited
when handling the battery.
Avoid creating sparks.
Battery acid is caustic.
Avoid contact with the skin,
eyes or clothing.
Wear suitable protective
clothing, in particular
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The values specified may differ from the
actual values depending on the tyres, load,
optional equipment and condition of the
suspension. Tyres and wheels
Please bear the following in mind
G
Risk of accident
Due to the special tyre tread in combination
with the optimised rubber compound, there is
an increased risk of aquaplaning and skidding
on a damp or wet road surface. Make sure that
ESP ®
is activated for the corresponding road
surface conditions.
Tyre grip is noticeably reduced at low outside
temperatures and low tyre operating temper-
atures. This leads to an increased risk of skid-
ding and resulting vehicle instability. Use win-
ter tyres when the outside temperature falls
below 7†.
If others use the vehicle with the high per-
formance tyres fitted, you as the vehicle
owner must point out the safety guidelines
and/or limitations to these persons.
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres and
wheels which have been approved by
Mercedes-Benz specifically for yourv ehi-
cle. These tyres have been specially adap-
ted for use with the driving safety systems,
such as ABS or ESP ®
.Ify ou use other tyres
and wheels, Mercedes-Benz cannot accept
any responsibility for damage that may
result from this. Further information about
tyres, wheels and approved combinations
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
If you use tyres other than those tested and
recommended for Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles, characteristics such as handling, vehi-
cle noise emissions and fuel consumption
may be adversely affected. In addition, the
wheels may come into contact with the
body or axle components when heavily loa- ded or when driving with snow chains. This
could result in damage to the tyres or the
vehicle.
i Further information about tyres and
wheels can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
i You will find a table of tyre pressures on
the inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap.
You will find further information about tyre
pressures in the "Operation" section
(Y page 272).
i Always equip the vehicle as follows:
R with tyres of the same size on a given axle
(left/right)
R with the same type of tyres (summer
tyres, winter tyres) Tyres and wheels
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