2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG oil dipstick

DVD menu ..................................... 203
fast forward/rewind ......................202
functional restrictions ....................200
handling and care of discs .............199
interactive content ........................205
menu system ................................. 202
notes on ........................................ 199
operating DVD menu .....................203
picture settings .............................. 203
safety notes ................................... 198
selecting film/track .......................203
stop function ................................. 202
submenu overview .........................201
switching to ................................... 201
voice control with ..................225, 230
Dynamic routing ........................ 107, 143
E
Easy-entry/exit feature ............ 245, 286
EBP (Electronic Brake
Proportioning) ...................................... 65
Ejecting discs and memory cards main audio system ......................... 182
Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications ................................... 28
Power outlets ................................. 308
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic parking brake .................. 261
Electronic Stability Control see ESC
Emergency, in case of
Exiting the vehicle ............................ 57
First aid kit ..................................... 362
Flat tire .......................................... 402
Hazard warning flasher ..................252
Roadside Assistance ................ 27, 311
Towing the vehicle .........................415
Emergency calls
mbrace .......................................... 309
Tele Aid (Canada only) ...................309
Emergency operations
Remote door lock (mbrace) ...........313
Remote door lock (Tele Aid,
Canada only) .................................. 313
Trunk lid, emergency release .........240
Emergency phone calls ..................... 152
Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD
Emission control ............................... 352
Information label ............................ 421
System warranties ...........................26
Ending active phone calls ................. 160
Ending calls .......................................... 84
Engine Break-in recommendations ............320
Cleaning ......................................... 356
Compartment ................................ 322
Malfunction indicator lamp ............394
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 381
Number .......................................... 421
Starting .......................................... 258
Turning off ..................................... 262
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 323
Additives ........................................ 426
Checking level ............................... 323
Consumption ................................. 323
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 383
Oil dipstick ..................................... 323
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 426
Warning lamp ................................. 394
Engine oil temperature gauge .......... 271
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ...... 62
ETS .................................................. 63
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................... 371, 372, 377
Warning lamp ................................. 393
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 55
Safety guidelines ............................. 46
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 63
Express operation Power windows .............................. 255
Exterior lamp switch ......................... 25010IndexBA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 10

ClosingGWarning!
When closing the hood, use extreme caution
not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that
you do not close the hood on anyone.
Make sure the hood is securely engaged
before driving off. Do not continue driving if
the hood can no longer engage after an
accident, for example. The hood could
otherwise come loose while the vehicle is in
motion and injure you and/or others.
XLet the hood drop from a height of
approximately 8 in (20 cm).XCheck to make sure the hood is fully
closed.
If you can raise the hood at a point above
the headlamps, then it is not properly
closed. Open it again and let it drop with
somewhat greater force.
Engine oil
The amount of oil your engine consumes will
depend on a number of factors, including
driving style. Increased oil consumption can
occur when the vehicle is new or the vehicle
is driven frequently at higher engine speeds.
Engine oil consumption checks should only
be made after the vehicle break-in period.
! Do not use any special lubricant additives,
as these may damage the drive assemblies.
Using special additives not approved by
Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
For further information contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Notes on checking engine oil level
XPark the vehicle on level ground.XTurn off the engine at operating
temperature after 30 seconds of idling.Checking engine oil level XOpen the hood ( Y page 322).XUnscrew oil filler cap 0046 with integrated oil
dipstick.XWipe oil dipstick clean.XScrew filler cap 0046 back on as far as it will
go.XUnscrew oil filler cap 0046 once more and
read the oil dipstick.
The oil level is correct when it is between
lower (min) mark 008A and upper (max)
mark 0047 of oil dipstick 0046.
i
The filling quantity between the upper and
lower marks on the oil dipstick is
approximately 1.6 US qt. (1.5 l).
XIf necessary, add engine oil.
For more information on engine oil, see
“Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.”
( Y page 425).
For information on messages in the
multifunction display concerning engine oil,
see the “Practical hints” section
( Y page 383).
Adding engine oil
! Only use approved engine oils and oil
filters required for vehicles with
Maintenance System. For a listing of
approved engine oils and oil filters, contact
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or
visit http://www.MBUSA.com (USA
only).
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The following will result in engine or
emission control system damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty:
RUsing engine oils and oil filters of
specification other than those expressly
required for the Maintenance System.
RChanging of oil and oil filter at change
intervals longer than those called for by
the Maintenance System.
RUsing any oil additives.
XUnscrew oil filler cap \000F with integrated oil
dipstick.
XAdd engine oil as required. Be careful not
to overfill with oil.
Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.
Avoid environmental damage caused by oil
entering the ground or water.
! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained
off. It could cause damage to the engine
and emission control system not covered
by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
XScrew filler cap \000F back on filler neck.
Make sure the filler cap engages.
For more information on engine oil, see the
“Technical data” section (Y page 425) and
(Y page 426).
Transmission fluid level
The transmission fluid level does not need to
be checked. If you notice transmission fluid
loss or gearshifting malfunctions, have an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the
transmission.
Coolant level
The engine coolant is a mixture of water and
anticorrosion/antifreeze.
When checking the coolant level, the vehicle
must be parked on level ground, and the
coolant temperature must be below 158‡
(70†).
GWarning!
In order to avoid any potentially serious burns:
RUse extreme caution when opening the
hood if there are any signs of steam or
coolant leaking from the cooling system, or
if the coolant temperature display indicates
that the coolant is overheated.
RDo not remove the cap on the coolant
expansion tank if the coolant temperature
is above 158‡ (70†). Allow the engine to
cool down before removing the cap. The
coolant expansion tank contains hot fluid
and is under pressure.
RUsing a rag, slowly open the cap
approximately 1/2 turn counterclockwise
to relieve excess pressure. If opened
immediately, scalding hot fluid and steam
will be blown out under pressure.
RDo not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.
Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which
may burn if it comes into contact with hot
engine parts.
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