2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG transmission oil

may vary from data shown in above
illustration.
This marking tells you about the type of cord
and number of plies in the sidewall 0046 and
under the tread 0047.
Tire and loading terminology
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio, and
heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not).
Air pressure
The amount of air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch of the tire. Air
pressure is expressed in pounds per square
inch (psi), kilopascal (kPa), or bar.
Aspect ratio
Dimensional relationship between tire
section height and section width expressed
in percentage.
Bar
Metric unit for air pressure. There are
14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to
1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar.
Bead
The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by
steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire inflation pressure when your vehicle has
been sitting for at least 3 hours or driven no
more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment including the maximum capacity
of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped,
air conditioning and additional optional
equipment, but without passengers and
cargo.
DOT (Department of Transportation)
A tire branding symbol which denotes the tire
meets requirements of the U.S. Department
of Transportation.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle
weight. The gross vehicle weight on each axle
must never exceed the GAWR for the front
and rear axle indicated on the certification
label located on the driver’s door B-pillar.
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
The GVW comprises the weight of the vehicle
including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed
accessories, passengers and cargo and, if
applicable, trailer tongue load. The GVW must
never exceed the GVWR indicated on the
certification label located on the driver’s door
B-pillar.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
This is the maximum permissible vehicle
weight of the fully loaded vehicle (weight of
the vehicle including all options, passengers,
fuel, and cargo and, if applicable, trailer
tongue load). It is indicated on the
certification label located on the driver’s door
B-pillar.
Kilopascal (kPa)
Metric unit for air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa
to 1 psi; another metric unit for air pressure
is bar. There are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to
1 bar.
Load index
Numerical code associated with the
maximum load a tire can support.
Maximum load rating
The maximum load in kilograms and pounds
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AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-SPEED TransmissionDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions0060
Parking Lock
Malfunct. Apply
Parking BrakeThe transmission cannot be shifted to park position P anymore.XMake sure the electronic parking brake is engaged.XBlock the wheels of the vehicle with suitable objects before
leaving the vehicle.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the vehicle
transported with all wheels off the ground or towed with the rear
axle raised ( Y page 415).0093
Stop Engage 'P'The transmission is malfunctioning. The vehicle is not propelled
anymore and will coast to standstill.XStop the vehicle in a safe location.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.0093
Transmission Oil
Cooling
MalfunctionThe coolant pump of the transmission is malfunctioning. The
transmission could overheat.XSelect the AMG menu via the control system ( Y page 287) and
check the transmission fluid temperature.XAvoid heavy load on the engine and transmission such as a
dynamic manner of driving.XWhen the transmission fluid temperature is below 248‡
(120 †), continue to drive to the next authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.0093
Trans. Oil
Overheated Drive
on with CareThe transmission fluid is overheated. Manual program mode M
and limiting the gear range are not available anymore. The engine
output is limited according to the degree of the overheating.XReduce the transmission fluid temperature by moderate driving.What to do if...
Lamps in the instrument cluster
Notes
If any of the following lamps in the instrument
cluster fails to come on during the bulb self-
check when switching on the ignition, have
the respective bulb checked and replaced if
necessary.
When you switch on the ignition, all lamps in
the instrument cluster come on. The low-
beam headlamp indicator lamp, high-beam
headlamp indicator lamp, turn signal
indicator lamps, and the indicator lamp for
the rear fog lamp will only come on if
activated. If a lamp in the instrument cluster
fails to come on when the ignition is switched
on, have it checked and replaced if necessary.388What to do if...Practical hints
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Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Capacities
Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
For information on tested and approved products, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or visit http://www.MBUSA.com (USA only).
GWarning!
Comply with all valid regulations with respect to handling, storing, and disposing of service fluids.
Otherwise you could endanger persons or the environment.
Keep service fluids out of the reach of children.
For health reasons, you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your
skin or clothing.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
CapacityFuels, coolants,
lubricants, etc.Engine with oil filter 9.3 US qt (8.8 l)Approved engine oilsAMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT
7-SPEED Transmission 9.3 US qt (8.8 l)Shell DCT F.3 ATF oilRear axle 1.3 US qt (1.2 l)Shell GL.5Power steering 1.3 US qt (1.2 l)Chevron Texaco CHF 9109Brake system approx. 0.53 US qt (0.5 l)MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+)Cooling system approx. 11.6 US qt (11.0 l)MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/
AntifreezeFuel tank 22.5 US gal (85.0 l)Premium unleaded gasoline
(Minimum Posted Octane 91
[Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON])Fuel tank reserveapprox. 3.7 US gal (14.0 l)Air conditioning system—R134a refrigerant and
special PAG lubricant oil
(never R 12)Washer system and
headlamp cleaning system 6.3 US qt (6.0 l)MB Windshield Washer
Concentrate 15
(Y page 429)
Washer fluid mixing ratio
( Y page 429)15
Mixed with water or commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze.Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.425Technical dataBA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 425Z