2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG warning

Example illustration
0046Disc number0047Current trackXSelecting next or previous track: Press
button 003D or 003C briefly.XSelecting a track from the track list
(quick search): Press and hold
button 003D or 003C .
The current track does not appear during
Audio AUX mode operation.
Operating video DVD
XSwitch on the COMAND system and select
DVD Video ( Y page 201).XPress button 0040 or 003E to select the
Audio menu.0046Disc number0047Current sceneXSelecting next or previous scene: Press
button 003D or 003C briefly.XSelecting a scene from the scene list
(quick search): Press and hold
button 003D or 003C .
Tel menu
GWarning!
A driver’s attention to the road must always
be his/her primary focus when driving. For
your safety and the safety of others, we
recommend that you pull over to a safe
location and stop before placing or taking a
telephone call. If you choose to use the
telephone while driving, please use the hands-
free device and only use the telephone when
weather, road and traffic conditions permit.
Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from
using a mobile phone while driving a vehicle.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of 44 feet (approximately
14 m) every second.
You can connect your telephone to the
COMAND system via Bluetooth ®
( Y page 149).XSwitch on the telephone and the COMAND
system ( Y page 75).XPress button 0040 or 003E to select the
Tel menu.
One of the following messages will appear in
the multifunction display:
R No Service : No network is available.
R Ready for Bluetooth Telephony... :
The telephone has not been connected to
the COMAND system via Bluetooth ®
yet.
XConnect the telephone to the COMAND
system via Bluetooth ®
.
R Phone Ready or name of the network
provider (if available): The telephone has
found a network and is ready for use. You
can operate it using the control system.
Answering a call
When your telephone is ready to receive calls,
you can answer a call at any time. In the
multifunction display you will then see the
following message:
280Control systemControls in detail
BA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 280

RVehicle status message memory
( Y page 282)
R Checking tire inflation pressure
electronically with the Advanced TPMS
( Y page 329)
R Calling up the maintenance service
indicator display ( Y page 353)
Vehicle status message memory
Use the vehicle status message memory
function to scan malfunction and warning
messages that may be stored in the system.
Such messages appear in the multifunction
display and are based on conditions or
system status the vehicle’s system has
recorded.
GWarning!
Malfunction and warning messages are only
indicated for certain systems and are
intentionally not very detailed. The
malfunction and warning messages are
simply a reminder with respect to the
operation of certain systems. They do not
replace the owner’s and/or driver’s
responsibility to maintain the vehicle’s
operating safety. Have all required
maintenance and safety checks performed on
the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center to address the
malfunction and warning messages.
XPress button 0040 or 003E to select the
Service menu.
If conditions have occurred causing status
messages to be recorded, the number of
messages appears in the multifunction
display:XPress button 003D or 003C to select the
Messages function.XPress button 0064 to confirm.
The stored messages will now be displayed
in the order in which they have occurred.
For malfunction and warning messages,
see “Vehicle status messages in the
multifunction display” ( Y page 364).XUse button 003D or 003C to scroll through
the messages.
If you turn off the engine by pressing the
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button and then
open the driver’s door, all messages will be
deleted from the message memory.
Settings menu
Introduction
In the Settings menu there are two
functions: The function Factory Setting
( Y page 282), with which you can reset the
settings to the original factory settings and a
collection of submenus ( Y page 283) with
which you can make individual settings for
your vehicle.
Resetting to factory settings
You can reset most of the settings of the
submenus to the factory settings.
For safety reasons, the function Daytime
Running Lights in the Lights submenu
cannot be reset while driving.
XPress button 0040 or 003E to select the
Settings menu.XPress button 003D or 003C to select the
Factory Setting function.XPress button 0064.
The function Reset All Settings?
appears in the multifunction display.282Control systemControls in detail
BA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 282

XPress button 0064 to change the current
status.
Depending on the previous status, the
Locator Lighting: function will be
Enabled or Disabled .
You can temporarily deactivate the
headlamps delayed shut-off feature:
XBefore exiting the vehicle, set the starter
switch to position 0 using the KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button.XSet the starter switch to position 2 and
back to position 0 using the KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button.
The headlamps delayed shut-off feature is
deactivated. It will reactivate as soon as
you start the engine.
Switching interior lighting delayed shut-
off on or off
Use this function to set whether you would
like the interior lighting to remain on for
10 seconds during darkness after you have
set the starter switch to position 0 using the
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.
XPress button 0040 or 003E to select the
Settings menu.XPress button 003D or 003C to select the
Lights submenu.XPress button 0064.XPress button 003D or 003C to select the
Interior Lighting Delay: function.
The current setting Enabled or Disabled
is shown.XPress button 0064 to change the current
status.
Depending on the previous status, the
interior lighting delayed shut-off feature
will be Enabled or Disabled .Vehicle submenu
Access the Vehicle submenu via the
Settings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu
to switch the acoustic lock feedback on or off.
Switching acoustic lock feedback on or
off
Use this function to determine whether an
acoustic signal sounds when you lock or
unlock the vehicle.
XPress button 0040 or 003E to select the
Settings menu.XPress button 003D or 003C to select the
Vehicle submenu.XPress button 0064.XPress button 003D or 003C to select the
Acoustic Lock Feedback: function.
The current setting Enabled or Disabled
is shown.XPress button 0064 to change the current
status.
Depending on the previous status, the
Acoustic Lock Feedback: function will
be Enabled or Disabled .
Convenience submenu
Access the Convenience submenu via the
Settings menu. Use the Convenience
submenu to activate the easy-entry/exit
feature ( Y page 286).
Activating easy-entry/exit feature
Use this function to activate and deactivate
the easy-entry/exit feature ( Y page 245).
GWarning!
You must make sure no one can become
trapped or injured by the moving steering
286Control systemControls in detail
BA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 286

176‡ (80†). During this time, avoid driving
at full engine speed.
Use buttons 003D or 003C to select the
following functions in the AMG menu:
R SETUP ( Y page 288)
R RACETIMER ( Y page 288)
R Overall analysis ( Y page 289)
R Lap analysis ( Y page 289)
SETUP
SETUP indicates the current driving program
mode and the ESC mode.
XPress button 0040 or 003E to select the
AMG menu.XPress button 003C to select SETUP.
or
XTap the AMG button on the center console
( Y page 270).0046Transmission program mode indicator0047ESC mode indicator
RACETIMER
GWarning!
The RACETIMER feature is only for use on
roads and in conditions where high speed
driving is permitted. Racing on public roads is
prohibited under all circumstances. The driver
is and must always remain responsible for
following posted speed limits.
The RACETIMER allows you to time and save
driving stretches.
XPress button 0040 or 003E to select the
AMG menu.XPress button 003C repeatedly until the
RACETIMER appears in the multifunction
display.0046Digital tachometer0047RACETIMER008ALap number
You can start the RACETIMER when the
engine is running or the starter switch is in
position 2 (Y page 241).
While the RACETIMER is being displayed, you
cannot adjust the audio volume using buttons
005A or 005B .
XStarting: Press button 005A.XDisplaying intermediate time: Press
button 005B while the timer is running.
The intermediate time is shown for
5 seconds.XStopping: Press button 005A.
When you stop the vehicle and turn off the
engine and do not open the driver’s door, the
RACETIMER stops timing. Timing is resumed
when you press button 005A after switching
the ignition back on or restarting the engine.
Saving lap time and starting a new lap
You can save up to 16 laps.
XPress button 005B while the timer is
running.
The intermediate time will be shown for
5 seconds.XPress button 005B within 5 seconds.
The intermediate time shown will be saved
as a lap time.288Control systemControls in detail
BA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 288

008AAverage speed during lap0088Lap length0086Maximum speed during lapXPress button 003D or 003C to see other lap
analyses.
Driving systems
Introduction
This section describes the following driving
systems of your vehicle:
R Cruise control
R RACE START
R Hill-start assist system
R Parktronic system
R Rear view camera
The driving safety systems ABS, Adaptive
Brake, BAS, EBP, ESC and Trunk Wing are
described in the “Safety and security” section
( Y page 61).
Cruise control
The cruise control maintains the speed you
set for your vehicle automatically.
The use of the cruise control is recommended
for driving at a constant speed for extended
periods of time.
The currently set speed or last set speed
(“Resume” function) appears in the
multifunction display for approximately
5 seconds.
GWarning!
The cruise control is a convenience system
designed to assist the driver during vehicle
operation. The driver is and must always
remain responsible for the vehicle’s speed
and for safe brake operation.
Only use the cruise control if the road, traffic,
and weather conditions make it advisable to
travel at a constant speed.
R The use of the cruise control can be
dangerous on winding roads or in heavy
traffic because conditions do not allow safe
driving at a constant speed.
R The use of the cruise control can be
dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid
changes in tire traction can result in wheel
spin and loss of control.
R Deactivate the cruise control when driving
in fog.
The “Resume” function should only be
operated if the driver is fully aware of the
previously set speed and wishes to resume
this particular preset speed.GWarning!
The cruise control brakes automatically so
that the set speed is not exceeded.
0046Setting current or higher speed0047Setting current or lower speed008ACanceling the cruise control0088Activating the cruise control or resuming
to last set speed
Activating cruise control
You can activate the cruise control at a
vehicle speed above 20 mph (30 km/h).
You cannot activate the cruise control
R when you brake
R when you have engaged the electronic
parking brake
290Driving systemsControls in detail
BA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 290

Rwhen the transmission is in park position
P , reverse gear R, or neutral position N
R the ESC is switched off or has switched off
due to a malfunction
The vehicle speed displayed in the
speedometer can briefly vary from the speed
setting for the cruise control system.
Setting current speed XAccelerate or decelerate to the desired
speed.XBriefly lift the cruise control lever in
direction of arrow 0046 or press in direction
of arrow 0047.XRemove your foot from the accelerator
pedal.
i On uphill grades, the cruise control may
not be able to maintain the set speed. Once
the grade eases, the set speed will be
resumed.
On downhill grades, the cruise control
maintains the set speed by braking with the
vehicle’s brake system. In addition, on
longer downhill grades the transmission
will downshift automatically.
Canceling cruise control
XDepress the brake pedal.
or
XBriefly push the cruise control lever in
direction of arrow 008A.
The last set speed is stored for later use.
The last stored speed is deleted from memory
when the engine is turned off.
The cruise control switches off automatically
when you depress the brake pedal or you
engage the electronic parking brake.
The cruise control also switches off
automatically when
R the vehicle speed falls below 20 mph
(30 km/h)
R the ESC is in operation
R the ESC is switched off with the ESC switch
Rthe ESC has switched off due to a
malfunction
R you shift the transmission into neutral
position N while driving
An acoustic warning will sound. Observe
additional messages in the multifunction
display that may appear.
Depressing the accelerator pedal does not
deactivate the cruise control. After a brief
acceleration (e.g. for passing), the cruise
control will resume the last set speed.
Changing the set speed GWarning!
Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment
until the vehicle has made the necessary
adjustments.
Increase or decrease the set vehicle speed to
a value that the prevailing road conditions and
legal speed limits permit. Otherwise, sudden
and unexpected acceleration or deceleration
of the vehicle could cause an accident and/
or serious injury to you and others.
You can increase or decrease the set speed
in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments or in
5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments.
When you use the cruise control lever to
decelerate, the brake system will brake the
vehicle automatically if the engine’s braking
power does not brake the vehicle sufficiently.
XIncreasing: Lift the cruise control lever in
direction of arrow 0046 and hold it up until
the desired speed is reached.XDecreasing: Press the cruise control lever
in direction of arrow 0047 and hold it down
until the desired speed is reached.XRelease the cruise control lever.
The new speed is set and the vehicle will
accelerate or decelerate.
Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h)
increments
i The set speed value is increased or
decreased in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h)
Driving systems291Controls in detailBA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 291Z

increments each time you lift or press the
cruise control lever up or down to the
resistance point.XIncreasing: Briefly lift the cruise control
lever up to the resistance point in direction
of arrow 0046.XDecreasing: Briefly press the cruise
control lever down to the resistance point
in direction of arrow 0047.XRelease the cruise control lever.
The new speed is set and the vehicle will
accelerate or decelerate.
Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h)
increments
i The set speed value is increased or
decreased in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h)
increments each time you lift or press the
cruise control lever up or down past the
resistance point.
XIncreasing: Briefly lift the cruise control
lever up past the resistance point in
direction of arrow 0046.XDecreasing: Briefly press the cruise
control lever down past the resistance
point in direction of arrow 0047.XRelease the cruise control lever.
The new speed is set and the vehicle will
accelerate or decelerate. Keep in mind that
it may take a brief moment until the vehicle
has reached the set speed.
Setting stored speed (Resume function)
GWarning!
The set speed stored in memory should only
be set again if prevailing road conditions and
legal speed limits permit. Possible
acceleration or deceleration differences
arising from returning to the preset speed
could cause an accident and/or serious injury
to you and others.
XBriefly pull the cruise control lever in
direction of arrow 0088.
If no speed is stored, the current speed is
set and stored.XRemove your foot from the accelerator
pedal.
The last stored speed is deleted from memory
when the engine is turned off.
RACE START
RACE START enables optimum acceleration
from a standing start with suitable high-grip
road surface conditions.
GWarning!
RACE START is only available when ESC
SPORT is activated. ESC SPORT only
stabilizes the vehicle to a certain extent if it is
swerving or the wheels are spinning.
RACE START may only be used on closed
roads. Always adapt your speed and driving
style to suit the current road and weather
conditions.
Conditions for activation
RACE START can be activated when
R the doors are closed
R the trunk is closed
R the hood is closed
R the engine is running and the transmission
and the engine have reached their
operating temperature. The engine has
reached its operating temperature when
the engine oil temperature indicator in the
multifunction display stops flashing.
R ESC SPORT is switched on ( Y page 62)
R the multifunction steering wheel is in the
straight-ahead position
R the vehicle is standing still and the brake
pedal is depressed (left foot)
R the transmission is in drive position D
292Driving systemsControls in detail
BA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 292

Activating RACE STARTXDepress the brake pedal with your left foot
and keep it depressed.XTurn the program mode selector dial
clockwise ( Y page 267) until the RS lamp
on the dial comes on.
The message RACE START Confirm:
Paddle UP Cancel: Paddle DOWN
appears in the multifunction display.
i When the activation conditions are not
fulfilled anymore, RACE START is canceled.
The message RACE START Canceled
appears in the multifunction display.
XTo cancel: Pull left steering wheel gearshift
control ( Y page 267).
or
XTo confirm: Pull right steering wheel
gearshift control ( Y page 267).
The message RACE START Available
Depress gas pedal. appears in the
multifunction display.
i If you do not depress the accelerator
pedal within a few seconds, RACE START is
canceled. The message RACE START Not
Possible See Operator’s Manual
appears in the multifunction display.
XDepress the accelerator pedal fully.
The engine speed increases.
The message RACE START Release
brake to start appears in the
multifunction display.
i If you do not release the brake pedal
within a few seconds, RACE START is
canceled. The message RACE START
Canceled appears in the multifunction
display.
XTake your foot off the brake pedal while
keeping the accelerator pedal depressed.
The vehicle pulls away at maximum
acceleration.
The message RACE START Active appears
in the multifunction display.
RACE START deactivates at a vehicle speed
of approximately 30 mph
(Canada: 50 km/h). The transmission
switches to program mode S+. ESC SPORT
remains switched on.
RACE START is canceled immediately if you
release the accelerator pedal while RACE
START is active or when the activation
conditions are not fulfilled anymore. The
message RACE START Not Possible See
Operator’s Manual appears in the
multifunction display.
i If RACE START is used repeatedly in a
short period of time, it is only available
again after having driven the vehicle a
certain distance.
Hill-start assist system
On uphill grades, the hill-start assist system
maintains the pressure in the brake system
for approximately 1 second after you have
released the brake pedal. Therefore, you can
start off smoothly without the vehicle moving
immediately after releasing the brake pedal.
GWarning!
The hill-start assist system is not designed to
function as a parking brake. It does not
prevent the vehicle from moving when parked
on an incline.
Always engage the electronic parking brake
in addition to shifting the transmission into
park position P.
XDepress the brake pedal.XShift the transmission into drive position
D or reverse gear R.XRelease the brake pedal.XCarefully depress the accelerator pedal.
The hill-start assist system is inactive
R when starting off on a level road or downhill
grades
R with the transmission in neutral position N
R with the electronic parking brake engaged
R if the ESC has switched off due to a
malfunction
Driving systems293Controls in detailBA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 293Z