2010 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS COUPE manual transmission

disengaged. The transmission shifts to neu-
tral N.
To shift directly from Pto R:
X Depress the brake pedal and push the
selector lever forwards past the first
point of resistance.
To shift directly from Pto D:
X Depress the brake pedal and push the
selector lever back past the first point
of resistance.
Engaging par kposition P automatically
If you switch off the engine using the Start/
Stop button and open the driver's or front-
passenger door, the transmission automati-
cally engages park position P.
Shifting to neutral N
X Push the selecto rlever forwards or back to
the first point of resistance.
i If you set the selector lever to Nbefore
switching off the engine, the transmission
remains in Nfor approximately 30 minutes.
If you open the driver's or front-passenger
door during this period, the transmission
automatically shifts to P.Ifthe key is in the
ignition lock and you open the driver's or
front-passenger door, the transmission
remains in N.
Engaging reverse gear R
X Push the selector lever forwards past the
first point of resistance.
Engaging transmission position D
X Push the selector lever back past the first
point of resistance.
Changing gears
The transmission shifts into individual gears
automatically .This automatic gearshifting
behaviouri s determined by:
R drive position D
R the selected drive program (C/S/S+)
R the position of the accelerator pedal R
the road speed
R a shift range restriction, if selected
Driving tips Shift point
The shift points primarily depend on:
R
the position of the accelerator pedal
Little throttle: early upshifts; high throttle:
late upshifts
R the driving dynamics
Ad ynamic driving style with high longitudi-
nal and lateral acceleration delays the shift
points.
Double-clutch function
Whe nshifting down, the double-clutch func-
tion is active regardless of the currently selec-
ted drive program. The double-clutch function
reduces load change reactions and is condu-
cive to a sporty driving style. The sound gen-
erated by the double-clutchf unction depends
on the drive program selected.
Kickdown
i Kickdown is no tavailable in manual drive
program M.
Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
X Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the
pressure point.
Depending on the selected drive program,
the transmission shifts to the lowest gear
allowing ideal acceleration. Driving programs
Program selector switch The progra
mselecto rswitch allows you to
choose fro marange of different transmission
configurations. 224
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Drive pro-
gram Characteristic
C
Controlled
Efficiency Comfort-oriented, opti-
mum-economy engine
and transmissio
nsettings S
Sport Sporty engine and trans-
mission settings
S+
SportPlus Extremely sporty engine
and transmission settings
M
Manual Manual gearshifting
Driving mode
RS
RACE
START Optimal vehicle accelera-
tion from a standstill
X
Turn program selector switch 0001until the
letter for the desired gearshift program
appears in the multifunction display.
Characteristics of the drive programs Drive program
Cis characterised by the fol-
lowing:
R comfort-oriented engine and transmission
settings
R optimal fuel consumption resulting from
the transmission shifting up sooner
R the vehicle pulling away more gently in
forward and reverse gears, unless the
accelerator pedal is depressed fully R
increased sensitivity; this improves driving
stability on slippery road surfaces, for
example
R the transmission shifting up sooner, which
results in the vehicle being driven at lower
engine speeds and the wheels being less
likely to spin
Drive programs Sand S+are characterised
by the following:
R sporty engine and transmission settings
R the transmission shifting up later and shift-
ing down dynamically
R as a result of the later transmission
upshifts, the fuel consumption may be
higher
R if a period of dynamic driving is followed by
an extended phase with a constan taccel-
erator pedal position, the vehicle shifts up
to a higher gear. This optimises fuel con-
sumption.
Drive program Mis characterised by the fol-
lowing:
R you can shift gears up or dow nsucces-
sively. Fo rfurther details, see
(Y page 227).
AMG button (SETUP) The AMG butto
nallows you to call up or store
a prese tdrive program. AMG SPEEDSHIFTD
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S+is activated. ESP ®
Sport remains
activated.
RACE START is immediately deactivated if
you take your foot off the accelerator pedal
during RACE START or if the conditions for
activation are no longer met. The RACE
START not possible orRACE START can‐
celled message appears in the multifunction
display.
i After using it several times in short suc-
cession, RACE START will be unavailable
until a certain distance has been driven. Displays in the instrument cluster
Displays in transmission positions P, R
and N 0001
Transmission position: currently selected
transmission position is displayed in
inverted colours
0002 Drive program (C/S/S+/M)
i In addition to the information shown in
the multifunction display, the currently
selected drive program is indicated in red
on the program selector switch. Display when in transmission position
D 0001
Transmission position
0002 Gear
0015 Drive program (C/S/S+)
If you have restricted the shift range
(Y page 227), the transmission position and
the selected shift range, e.g. D3, are shown
at position 0001.
Display when in transmission position
D and drive program M 0001
Gear
0002 Drive program Steering wheel gearshift paddles and
manual drive program
In transmission position D, you can use the
steering wheel gearshift paddles to restrict or
derestric tthe transmission's shift range.
In manual drive program M, you need to
change gear yourself using the steering wheel
gearshift paddles. At low engine speeds, the
transmission shifts down automatically. AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission
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Left steering wheel gearshift paddle
(DOWN): shift down/restrict shift range
0002 Right steering wheel gearshift paddle
(UP): shift up/derestrict shift range
Shift ranges In certain driving situations, it is recommen-
ded to restrict the shift range. The set shift
range appears in the instrument cluster's
multifunction display (Y page 227). The trans-
missio nonly shifts to the gear displayed in the
instrument cluster. Dis-
play Driving situation
0007
The braking effect of the engine can
be utilised in this position
000A
To use the braking effect of the
engine on downhill gradients and
for driving:
R
on steep mountai nroads
R in mountainous terrain
R in arduous conditions 000B
To use the braking effect of the
engine on extremely steep downhill
gradients and long downhill
stretches Derestricting the shift range/shifting
up
X
Pull the right steering wheel paddle (UP).
The shift range is derestricted. If you are
driving in manual drive program M, the
transmission shifts up to the next gear.
Restricting the shift range/shifting
down G
Risk of accident
Do not change down for additional engine
braking on a slippery road surface. This could
cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and
the vehicle could skid.
X Pull the left steering wheel paddle (DOWN).
The transmission shifts down one gear and
restricts the shift range to this gear.
If you are driving in manual drive program
M, the transmission shifts down to the next
gear.
Clearing the shift range restriction X
Pull the right-hand steering wheel gearshift
paddle (UP) until the number for the gear
disappears from the multifunction display.
or
X Use the selector lever to shift the trans-
mission to transmission position D.
The transmission shifts from the current
shift range directly to D.
Selecting the ideal shift range X
Pull the left-hand steerin gwheel gearshift
paddle repeatedly until the function is acti-
vated.
Depending on the selected drive program,
the transmission shifts to a gear which
allows ideal acceleration and deceleration.
To do this, the transmission shifts down
one or more gears. 228
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Manual drive program
In manual drive program
M, you need to
change geary ourself using the steering wheel
gearshift paddles (Y page 228). At low engine
speeds, the transmission shifts down auto-
matically.
! In manual drive program M, the transmis-
sion does not shift up automatically even
when the engine limiting speed for the cur-
rent gear is reached. When the engine lim-
iting speed is reached, the fuel supply is cut
to prevent the engine from overrevving.
Always make sure that the engine speed
does not reach the red area of the rev coun-
ter and observe the upshift indicator. There
is otherwise a risk of engine damage.
X To activate the manual drive program:
turn the program selector switch until M
appears in the instrument cluster's multi-
function display.
M lights up in red on the program selector
switch.
X To deactivate the manual drive pro-
gram: turn the selector switch and select
another drive program.
Upshift indicator
The upshift indicator is a four-stage display
designed to assist you in sporty driving. The upshift indicator allows you to recognise
the ideal shift point for dynamic acceleration.
White segments
0001and yellow segment 0002
light up in succession from left to right. When red segments
0015light up and the "up"
message appears in the multifunction dis-
play, the ideal shift point has been reached:
X Shift up using the right-hand steering wheel
gearshift paddle (UP) as quickly as possi-
ble.
The vehicle shifts up to the next gear.
i If you continue to increase the engine
speed without shifting up in time, the fuel
supply is shut off to protec tthe engine. This
results in abruptly reduced acceleration. Instrument cluster
Please bear the following in mind
You will find an illustration of the instrument
cluster in the "At a glance" section
(Y page 25). G
Risk of accident
No further messages can be displayed if the
instrument cluster or the multifunction dis-
play fails.
This means that you will not see information
about the driving situation, such as the speed,
outside temperature, warning/indicator
lamps, display messages or system failures.
The vehicle's handling characteristics may be
affected. Adapt your driving style and speed
accordingly.
Immediately consult a qualified specialist
workshop which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required. Mercedes-Ben zrecommends that
you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for
this purpose. In particular, work relevant to
safety or on safety-related systems must be
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Engine oil temperature display
The engine oil temperature gauge is in the
instrument cluster on the right-hand side.
Under normal operating conditions, the tem-
perature may rise to 140 † . Instrument cluster
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Running-in notes
The first 1500 km
G
Ris
kofa ccident
New brake pads/linings only have optimal
braking performance after several hundred
kilometres .Until then, compensate for this by
applying greate rforce to the brake pedal. This
also applies when brake pads/linings or
brake discs have been changed.
If you treat the engine with sufficient care
from the very start,y ou will be rewarded with
excellent performance for the remainder of
the engine's life.
R You should therefore drive at varying road
and engine speeds for the first 1500 km.
R Do not drive faster than 140 km/h for the
first 1500 km.
R Only bring the engine up to a maximum
speed of 4500 rpm for a brief period.
R Avoid heavy loads, e.g. driving at full throt-
tle, during this time. Do not exceed 2
/ 3 of
the maximum permissible engine speed for
each gear.
R When driving in the manual drive program
M, change gear in good time.
R Do not use RACE START.
R Do not shift down a gear manually in order
to brake.
R Try to avoid depressing the accelerator
pedal beyond the pressure point (kick-
down).
R Only select shift range restriction 3,2or
1 when driving slowly, such as in moun-
tainous terrain.
After 1500 km, you may gradually bring the
vehicle up to full road and engine speeds.
i You should also observe these notes on
running in if the engine or the transmission
on your vehicle has been replaced. Refuelling
Refuelling
G
Risk of explosion
Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames
and smoking are therefore prohibited when
handling fuels.
Switch off the engine before refuelling. G
Risk of injury
Do not come into contact with fuels.
It is hazardous to your health if your skin
comes into direct contact with fuels or you
breathe in fuel vapours.
! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
petrol engine. Even small amounts of diesel
result in damage to the injection system.
Damage resulting from adding diesel is not
covered by the warranty.
! If the wrong fuel has been added by mis-
take, do not switch on the ignition. If you
do, the fuel could enter the fuel lines. The
fuel tank and the fuel lines must then be
drained. Informaqualified specialist work-
shop and have the fuel tank and the fuel
lines drained completely.
When you open or close the vehicle with the
key, the fuel filler flap is automatically
unlocked or locked.
The position of the fuel filler cap is to the rear
on the right .The position of the fuel filler cap
is displayed in the instrumentc luster0007.
The arrow nex tto the filling pump indicates
the side of the vehicle. 266
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tmessages G
Risk of accident and injury
The operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardised if maintenance work is carried out
incorrectly. As a result, you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition,
the safety systems may no longer be able to protect you or others as they are designed to do.
Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop .The qualified spe-
cialist workshop must have 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
purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop. Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0003 Solutions
120 km/h
Maximum speed
exceeded
The maximum speed has been exceeded
21
.
X Drive slower. Only select
Park (P) when
vehicle is station‐
ary The vehicle is moving
X
Stop the vehicle.
X Shift the transmission to Pusing the button on the centre con-
sole. Vehicle
not in position P The driver's door is open and the transmission is in position
R,N
or D.Aw arning tone also sounds.
X Shift the transmission to Pusing the button on the centre con-
sole.
X Press the electric parking brake handle. Child seat
in wrong position
See Owner's Manual
G
Risk of injury
The child seat is positioned incorrectly.
X Fit the child seat in the correct position. G
Risk of injury
The sensor for the automatic child seat recognition is faulty.
X Visi taqualified specialist workshop. Without changing
gear,
consult workshop You can no longer change the transmission position.
X In position D:consult a qualified specialist workshop without
changing the transmission position.
X In transmission position N,Por R:p ark the vehicle and prevent
it from rolling away.
X Visi taqualified specialist workshop. 21
Only for certain countries. Display messages
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Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0003 Solutions
0009
Parking brake See
Owner's Manual 0009
The warning lamp (yellow) lights up. Additionally the indica-
to rlamp (red) lights up.
The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
To release:
X Pull the electric parking brake handle.
or
X Pull away carefully.
X Visi taqualified specialist workshop.
To apply:
X Switch off the ignition.
X Pull the electric parking brake lever for at least ten seconds,
until the display message disappears.
If the displa ymessage continues to be displayed:
X Shift the transmission to Pusing the button on the centre con-
sole.
X Prevent the vehicle fro mrolling away before you leave it.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 0009
The indicator lamp (red) flashes.
The power supply for the electric parking brake was interrupted.
X Pull the electric parking brake handle.
or
X Pull away carefully.
or
X Pull the electric parking brake lever until the display message
disappears. 0009
The indicator lamp (red) flashes and the warning lamp (yel-
low) lights up.
The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
X Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
X Engage or release the electric parking brake.
or
X Pull away carefully.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Display messages
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