2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS lock

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions+
Obtain a New KeyThe SmartKey is malfunctioning.XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.+
Close Doors to
Lock VehicleYou tried to lock the vehicle but not all doors were closed.XClose doors and lock the vehicle again.+
Key Does Not
Belong to VehicleThe SmartKey in the starter switch does not belong to the vehicle.XRemove the SmartKey from the starter switch.+
Replace Key BatteryThe battery in the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is discharged.XReplace the battery ( Y page 399).+
Key Not Detected
(message appears in
red)The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is not detected while the engine
is running because the SmartKey is not in the vehicle.XStop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.XEngage the electronic parking brake.XSearch for the SmartKey.
The vehicle cannot be locked centrally nor can the engine be
started again after the engine is stopped.+
Key Not Detected
(message appears in
red)The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is not detected while the engine
is running because there is strong radio-frequency interference.XStop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.XEngage the electronic parking brake.XOperate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch.+
Key Not Detected
(message appears in
white)The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is momentarily not detected.XChange the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle.XOperate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch.+
Insert KeyThe KEYLESS-GO system is malfunctioning.XOperate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch.¥
Check Washer FluidThe washer fluid in the washer fluid reservoir has fallen below the
minimum level. XAdd washer fluid ( Y page 325).380Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayPractical hints
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AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-SPEED TransmissionDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutionsj
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).d
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.d
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.d
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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BrakeProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions!The yellow ABS
indicator lamp
comes on while
the engine is
running. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a
malfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the ESC, and the hill-start assist
system are unavailable.XContinue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during
hard braking, reducing steering capability.XAdjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking
responsiveness.XRead and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display ( Y page 364).XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an
accident.
÷
å
!The yellow ESC
warning lamp,
the yellow ESC
OFF warning
lamp, and the
yellow ABS
indicator lamp
come on while
the engine is
running and an
acoustic
warning sounds.The Electronic Brake Proportioning (EBP) switched off due to a
malfunction.
The ABS, the BAS, the ESC, and the hill-start assist system are
also switched off.
The brake system is still functioning normally but without the
systems specified above available.XContinue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during
hard braking, reducing steering capability.XAdjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking
responsiveness.XRead and observe messages that may appear in the
multifunction display ( Y page 364).XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an
accident.
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ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsìThe yellow ESC
SPORT warning
lamp comes on
while the engine
is running.ESC SPORT is activated.
Risk of accident!
When ESC SPORT is activated it will only stabilize the vehicle to a
limited extent if the system recognizes that the vehicle starts to
skid or that a wheel is spinning.XSwitch ESC SPORT off ( Y page 62).
The message ESC-ON appears in the multifunction display.÷
åThe yellow ESC
warning lamp
and the yellow
ESC OFF
warning lamp
come on while
the engine is
running. The ESC is not operational due to a malfunction.
The ABS, the BAS, and the hill-start assist system are also
switched off.
The brake system is still functioning normally but without the
systems specified above available.XRead and observe additional messages that may appear in the
multifunction display.XContinue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during
hard braking, reducing steering capability.XAdapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.XHave the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an
accident.
÷The yellow ESC
warning lamp
flashes while
driving.The ESC or the ETS has come into operation because of detected
traction loss in at least one tire.XWhen driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.XWhile driving, ease up on the accelerator pedal.XAdapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.XDo not deactivate the ESC.
Exceptions: ( Y page 62).
Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an
accident.
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GWarning!
If the 4 5 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical
adult or someone larger than a small individual on the passenger seat, do not have any passenger
use the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions4 5
The passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp
does not illuminate
and/or does not
remain illuminated with
the weight of a typical
12-month-old child in a
standard child restraint
or less on the
passenger seat.The system is malfunctioning.XMake sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat
and check installation of the child seat.XMake sure no objects applying supplemental weight onto the
seat are present.XIf the passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out,
have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the
passenger seat until the system has been repaired.XRead and observe messages in the multifunction display and
follow corrective steps ( Y page 364).GWarning!
If the 4 5 indicator lamp does not illuminate or remains out with the weight of a typical
12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or less on the passenger seat, do not transport
a child on the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Unlocking/locking manually
Mechanical key
If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with
the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
The anti-theft alarm system will be triggered
when you
R unlock the driver’s door with the
mechanical key
and
R open the driver’s door
To cancel the alarm, see “Canceling the
alarm” ( Y page 67).
Removing the mechanical key XMove locking tab : in the direction of the
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Unlocking/locking the vehicle
If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle
centrally with the SmartKey, use the
mechanical key.
The anti-theft alarm system will be triggered
when you
Runlock the driver’s door with the
mechanical key
and
Ropen the driver’s door
To cancel the alarm, see “Canceling the
alarm” (Y page 67).
XRemove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey (Y page 397).
XUnlocking: Insert the mechanical key into
the driver’s door lock.
XTurn the mechanical key counterclockwise
to position 3.
The locking knob on the driver’s door
moves up. The driver’s door is unlocked.
XTurn the mechanical key back and remove
it from the driver’s door lock.
XOpening door: Press and hold release
button :.
The outside door handle moves out slightly.
XPull the outside door handle out as far as it
will go.
XLift the door using the outside door handle
and swing it up as far as it will go.
! The doors swing up when opened. Make
sure there is sufficient space above the
vehicle.
XLocking: Open the driver’s door.XClose the passenger door and the trunk.XPress down the locking knob of the
passenger door.
XExit the vehicle and close the driver’s door.XInsert the mechanical key into the driver’s
door lock.
XTurn the mechanical key clockwise to
position 2.
The vehicle is locked.
XTurn the mechanical key back and remove
it from the driver’s door lock.
XCheck whether the doors are locked.
iWhen you lock the vehicle with the
mechanical key, the outside door handle
remains in extended position.
This procedure does not arm the anti-theft
alarm system, nor does it lock the fuel filler
flap.
Unlocking/locking the trunk
If you cannot lock or unlock the trunk with the
SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
XRemove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey (Y page 397).
XOpen the rear storage compartment in the
center console (Y page 304).
XInsert the mechanical key into trunk lid
lock :.
XLocking: Turn the mechanical key
clockwise as far as it will go.
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XRemove the SmartKey from the trunk lid
lock.XCheck whether the trunk is locked.XUnlocking: Insert the mechanical key into
trunk lid lock :.XTurn the mechanical key counterclockwise
as far as it will go.XRemove the SmartKey from the trunk lid
lock.
You can now open the trunk.
Replacing SmartKey battery
If the battery in the SmartKey is discharged,
the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked. It is recommended to have the
battery replaced at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
GWarning!
Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive
substances. Therefore, keep the batteries out
of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.
GWarning!
SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate
material, which may require special handling
and regard for the environment. Check with
your local government’s disposal guidelines.
California residents, see http://
www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/
Perchlorate/index.cfm .
Batteries contain materials that can harm the
environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred method
of disposal. Many states (USA only) or
provinces (Canada only) require sellers of
batteries to accept old batteries for recycling.
When inserting the battery, make sure he is
clean and free of lint.
i The required replacement battery is
available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Replacement battery: Lithium, type CR 2025
or equivalent.XRemove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey ( Y page 397).XPress mechanical key ; into the SmartKey
opening until battery compartment
cover : opens. Do not keep the cover
shut.XRemove the battery compartment cover.XPat the SmartKey against the palm of your
hand until battery = falls out.XInsert the new battery with the positive
terminal (+) facing up. Use a lint-free cloth.XInsert the tabs of the battery compartment
cover into the housing and press the cover
closed.XCheck the operation of the SmartKey.Replacing SmartKey battery399Practical hintsBA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 399Z

GWarning!
Wiper blades are components that are subject
to wear and tear. Replace the wiper blades
twice a year, preferably in the spring and fall.
Otherwise the windshield will not be wiped
properly. As a result, you may not be able to
observe surrounding traffic conditions and
could cause an accident.
! To avoid damage to the hood, the wiper
arms should only be folded forward when
in the vertical position.
! Never open the hood when a wiper arm is
folded forward.
Hold on to the wiper when folding a wiper
arm back. If released, the force of the
impact from the tensioning spring could
crack the windshield.
Do not allow a wiper arm to contact the
windshield glass without a wiper blade
inserted.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
this work carried out at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Placing wiper arms in vertical position
:Wiper arms in vertical positionXMake sure the hood is fully closed.XMake sure the vehicle’s on-board
electronics have status 1.
XTurn the combination switch to wiper
setting °.
XPress the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button
repeatedly until the windshield wipers
start.
XPress the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button
when the wiper arms are in vertical
position :.
Removing wiper blades
! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts.
They could tear.
XFold the wiper arm forward until it snaps
into place.
XTurn the wiper blade at a right angle to
wiper arm.
XSlide the wiper blade sideways out of the
retainer.
Installing wiper blades
XSlide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm
until it locks in place.
XRotate the wiper blade into a position
parallel to the wiper arm.
XFold the wiper arm backward to rest on the
windshield.
Make sure you hold on to the wiper when
folding the wiper arm back.
! Make sure the wiper blades are installed
properly. Improperly installed wiper blades
may cause windshield damage.
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