2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS alternator belt

Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 246
Fold-in function .............................. 248
Parking position ............................. 247
Power-folding ................................. 248
Switching fold-in function on or
off .................................................. 287
Synchronizing ................................ 248
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 32
External audio or video devices main system .......................... 197, 205
voice control with .......................... 225
F
Fastening the seat belts ..................... 54
Fast forward audio playback ............................... 187
video playback ............................... 202
Film selection, DVD ........................... 203
First aid kit ......................................... 362
Flat tire ............................................... 402
Preparing the vehicle .....................402
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ...................402
Floormat (driver’s side) .................... 317
Fluids Brake fluid ..................................... 425
Capacities ...................................... 425
Engine coolant ............................... 425
Engine oil ....................................... 425
Power steering fluid .......................425
Transmission fluid ..........................425
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 425
Folders
MP3 mode, selecting .....................187
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ...................................... 248
Formats, audio .................................. 178
Forward track skip ............................ 187
Front air bags see Air bags
Fuel ..................................................... 320
Additives ........................................ 427
Capacity, fuel tank .........................425
Drive sensibly–safe fuel .................348
Fuel consumption statistics ...........276
Fuel filler flap and cap ...................321
Fuel tank reserve warning lamp .....394
Premium unleaded gasoline ... 425, 427
Refueling ........................................ 320
Requirements ................................ 427
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 321
Fuel gauge ......................................... 271
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 425
Fuel tank Capacity ........................................ 425
Fuel filler flap and cap ...................321
Refueling ........................................ 320
Full-screen map ................................. 106
Fuses .................................................. 417
G
Garage door opener .......................... 313
Gasoline see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 345
Gear range ......................................... 266
Indicator ........................................ 266
Limiting .......................................... 268
Shifting into optimal ......................268
Gear selector lever ............................ 263
Cleaning ......................................... 359
Gearshift pattern ........................... 263
Shifting procedure .........................264
Transmission position indicator .....265
Transmission positions ..................265
Generator
see Alternator
Geo-coordinates, displaying ............. 110
Global locking/unlocking see Key, SmartKey
Global voice control commands ...... 207
Glove box ........................................... 304
Google Maps ®
.................................... 125
GPS reception .................................... 103
displaying geo-coordinates ............110
Gracenote ®
Media database ............................. 188
Gross Axle Weight Rating
see GAWR
Gross Vehicle Weight
see GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
see GVWR
GSM network coverage .................... 148
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions#The battery is no longer charging.
Possible causes:
R alternator malfunctioning
R broken poly-V-belt
R a malfunction in the electronic systemXStop immediately in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do
so and check the poly-V-belt.XIf it is broken: Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the engine
will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result
in damage to the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.XIf it is intact: Drive to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center immediately. Adjust driving to be consistent with
reduced braking responsiveness.4
Check Engine Oil
At Next RefuelingThe engine oil has dropped to a critical level. XCheck the engine oil level ( Y page 323) and add engine oil as
required ( Y page 323).XIf you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine checked
for possible leaks.
If the message Check Engine Oil At Next Refueling appears while the engine is running
and at operating temperature, the engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum
level.
The message will be stored in the vehicle status message memory after you have cleared it
from the multifunction display.
Visually check for oil leaks. If there are no obvious oil leaks, drive to the nearest service station
to refill your engine oil to the required level.
For information on approved engine oils contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit
http://www.MBUSA.com (USA only).
! Engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed
could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCThe fuel level is low.XRefuel at the next gas station.8
Fuel Level LowThe fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark. XRefuel at the next gas station.Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display383Practical hintsBA 197 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 27, en-UShereepeVersion: 3.0.3.52010-03-24T15:31:10+01:00 - Seite 383Z

Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.Engine SLS AMG (197)Engine, type159Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders8Bore4.02 in (102.20 mm)Stroke3.72 in (94.60 mm)Total piston
displacement378.8 cu in
(6 208 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.3:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 12
563 hp/6 800 rpm
(420 kW/6 800 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349465 lb-ft/
5 200 rpm
(630 Nm/
5 200 rpm)Maximum engine
speed7 200 rpmFiring order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Poly-V-belt2 360 mmElectrical system SLS AMG (197)Alternator14 V/180 AStarter motor12 V/1.7 kWBattery12 V/80 AhSpark plugs, typeNGK ILZKAR 7A10Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.039 in (1.0 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions SLS AMG (197)Overall vehicle
length182.7 in (4 640 mm)Overall vehicle
width 13
81.8 in (2 078 mm)Overall vehicle
height49.7 in (1 262 mm)Wheelbase105.5 in (2 680 mm)Track, front66.2 in (1 682 mm)Track, rear65.0 in (1 651 mm)Ground clearance3.7 in (95 mm)Turning circle36.1 ft (11.0 m)Weights SLS AMG (197)Trunk loadmax. 137 lb (62 kg)
Rims and tires
Notes
! Only use tires which have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires
approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed
to provide best possible performance in
conjunction with the driving safety systems
on your vehicle such as the ABS or the ESC.
Tires specially developed for your vehicle
and tested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz can be identified by finding the
following on the tire’s sidewall:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
equipment tires
Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that
is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
12 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
13 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.422Rims and tiresTechnical data
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