2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS battery

Gear selector lever ........................263
Hill-start assist system ..................293
Kickdown ....................................... 266
Kickdown (manual shift program) ..270
Manual shift program ..................... 268
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 388
One-touch gearshifting ..................267
Program mode indicator ................267
Program mode selector dial ... 267, 269
Shifting procedure .........................264
Steering wheel gearshift control ....267
Transmission position indicator .....265
Transmission positions ..................265
Announcement phase (driving
maneuvers) ........................................ 133
Announcements, navigation see Navigation announcements
Announcements, traffic (real-time) . 143
Answering incoming calls .......... 84, 158
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 428
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 66
Anti-theft alarm system ...................66
Canceling the alarm .........................67
Immobilizer ...................................... 66
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Ashtray ............................................... 307
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 345
Audio .................................................. 168
announcements ............................. 137
CD, DVD, and MP3 ........................177
loudness .......................................... 89
phone volume ................................ 151
read-out ........................................... 89
sound settings ................................. 90
steering wheel operation .................83
turning off ........................................ 89
voice control .................................. 206
see Muting audio
see Navigation announcements
see Read-aloud announcements
see Volume Audio Aux (auxiliary)
main system .................................. 197
switching to ................................... 197
voice commands for ......................225
Audio format
audio playback ............................... 189
DVD Video ..................................... 205
Audio menu ............................... 168, 279
Authorizing Bluetooth devices ......... 149
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ..... 247
Automatic central locking ................ 239
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 250
Automatic interior lighting control .. 253
Automatic picture switch-off ........... 199
Automatic shift program .................. 267
Auxiliary (Aux) operation main audio ..................................... 197
main video ..................................... 205
voice commands for ......................225
voice control with .......................... 230
AUX socket ........................................ 304
Avoid settings for route guidance ... 107
Axle oils .............................................. 425
B
Back button ......................................... 79
Backrest see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 384
Backward track skip ......................... 187
Balance (sound), setting ..................... 90
Bang & Olufsen sound system ........... 90
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 345
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 62
Bass setting main system .................................... 90
Battery, SmartKey
Checking condition ........................237
Replacing ....................................... 399
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 410
Charging ........................................ 412
Jump starting ................................. 413
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 368, 383
Bead (tire) .......................................... 345
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iPod®
devices ..................................... 192
connecting to ................................. 192
playback options ............................ 197
playlists and folders .......................195
selecting tracks ............................. 195
J
Jack ..................................................... 363
Jump starting ..................................... 413
K
Key, Mechanical Loss of ........................................... 237
Replacing ....................................... 238
Unlocking/locking manually ..........397
Valet locking .................................. 241
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp ........................237
Checking battery ........................... 237
Closing the windows ......................257
Factory setting ............................... 237
Global locking (SmartKey) .............237
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ..................................... 237
Locking/unlocking ........................236
Loss of ........................................... 237
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 379
Opening, trunk ............................... 239
Opening and closing the windows . 256
Remote control .............................. 236
Replacing ....................................... 238
Replacing battery ........................... 399
Restoring to factory setting ...........237
Selective setting ............................ 237
Starter switch positions .................242
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions .................241
Keypad, entering characters with ..... 87
Kickdown ........................................... 266
Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 270
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 345
Knee bags ............................................ 48
L
Labels Certification ................................... 420
Emission control information .........421
Tire and Loading Information
placard ........................................... 334
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ......................250
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 384
Switching on/off ........................... 250
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 35, 389
Brakes ........................................... 389
Center console ................................ 38
Engine malfunction ........................394
Engine oil temperature ..................394
ESC .......................................... 35, 393
Fuel tank reserve ........................... 394
High-beam headlamps .............35, 252
Instrument cluster .........................388
Low-beam headlamps ..............35, 250
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale ........................395
Passenger front air bag off ......49, 396
Seat belt telltale ................35, 55, 391
SRS .......................................... 44, 392
Turn signals ..................................... 35
Lane recommendations .................... 135
Language Setting ............................................. 99
Language settings
DVD Video ..................................... 205
Last Destinations .............................. 147
adding stopover destination ..........124
adding to memory .......................... 145
choosing destination from .............123
deleting destination from ...............147
saving current vehicle
position ................................. 106, 147
voice control for ............................ 216
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 385
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 358
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Media list ........................................... 186
Memory cards starting playback ........................... 184
voice control with ..................224, 230
Memory function ............................... 249
Menus see Control system menus
Menus, COMAND
how to operate ................................ 86
list of ................................................ 74
Menus, steering wheel ........................ 81
Messages during voice command ..................209
for driving maneuvers ....................133
for traffic lane recommendations ... 135
real-time traffic reports .................. 142
Mirrors ............................................... 246
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....247
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position .......................................... 247
Exterior rear view mirrors ..............246
Interior rear view mirror .................246
Memory function ........................... 249
Power-folding exterior rear view
mirrors ........................................... 248
Vanity mirror .................................. 307
Missed calls, list of ........................... 155
Missed navigation
announcements, requesting ............ 137
Mobile telephone see Telephone
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 427
Motor Octane Number see MON
MP3 mode, main vehicle .................. 178
fast forward and reverse ................187
selecting a track ............................ 187
selecting folders ............................ 187
starting playback ........................... 184
stopping or pausing playback ........186
voice control with ..................224, 229
MP3 players ....................................... 192
playback options ............................ 197
playlists and folders .......................195
selecting active partition ...............197
selecting tracks ............................. 195
MP3 storage medium ........................ 178Multifunction display .................. 81, 273
Adjusting illumination brightness ... 285
Audio menu ..................................... 83
Menus and submenus ......................81
Symbol messages ..........................370
Text messages ............................... 365
Vehicle status messages ...............364
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 371, 372
Advanced TPMS ............................. 368
Air bags ......................................... 365
Air filter .......................................... 384
Alternator .............................. 368, 383
AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-SPEED
Transmission
...................................... 367, 368, 388
Battery ................................... 368, 383
Brake fluid ..................................... 376
Brake pads ..................................... 370
Coolant .......................................... 381
Cruise control ................................ 367
Doors ............................................. 379
EBP ................................................ 372
Engine oil ....................................... 383
ESC ............................... 371, 372, 377
Gas cap .......................................... 384
High-beam lamps ........................... 385
Hood .............................................. 379
License plate lamps .......................385
Light sensor ................................... 386
Low-beam lamps ............................ 386
mbrace .......................................... 377
Parking lamps ................................ 385
Passenger front air bag ..................365
Reserve fuel ................................... 383
Reverse lamp ................................. 384
Side marker lamps .........................385
SmartKey ....................................... 379
SRS ................................................ 378
Tele Aid (Canada only) ...................377
Tire inflation pressure ............368, 387
Tire pressure monitor ....................368
Tires ...................................... 368, 387
Trunk ............................................. 379
Turn signals ................................... 387
Washer fluid ................................... 380
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 80
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U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .................................. 339, 346
Units Selecting speedometer display
mode ............................................. 283
Units of measurement, navigation .. 103
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 427
Unlocking the vehicle Manually ........................................ 398
SmartKey ....................................... 236
Updating Gracenote ®
Media
Database ............................................ 188
Updating map software .................... 100
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 359
USB devices connecting to ................................. 192
playback options ............................ 197
playlists and folders .......................195
selecting active partition ...............197
selecting tracks .....................195, 196
Useful features .................................. 306
V
Valet locking ...................................... 241
Vehicle Battery ........................................... 410
Care ............................................... 354
Control system .............................. 272
Identification Number (VIN) ...........420
Locking/unlocking ........................236
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 28
Towing ........................................... 415
Unlocking/locking manually ..........398
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 420
Vehicle jack see Jack
Vehicle lighting .................................. 249
Vehicle loading Load limit ....................................... 335
Terminology ................................... 345
Vehicle location (current)
displaying ...................................... 110
GPS reception ................................ 103
moving map to ............................... 107
saving in Last Destinations ....106, 147
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 347
Vehicle specification SLS AMG (197) .............................. 421
Vehicle status message memory .... 282
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 362
Vehicle washing see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
Video .................................................. 198
control menu, displaying/hiding ....201
handling and care of discs .............199
interactive content ........................205
operating DVD menu .....................203
picture settings .............................. 203
voice control with .......................... 230
Video Aux (auxiliary)
main system .................................. 205
Voice control ..................................... 206
canceling the dialog .......................208
command list ................................. 225
creating voice names .....................219
general operation .......................... 207
help function .................................. 232
interrupting the dialog ...................208
operating safety ............................. 206
starting the dialog ..........................208
switching help screen on or off ........95
troubleshooting ............................. 231
with address book .........166, 218, 231
with DVD changer ..........................224
with external equipment (Aux) .......225
with navigation .............................. 212
with phone ..................................... 209
with radio and satellite radio .........221
Voice Control
delete name ................................... 220
find address ................................... 217
Individualization ............................... 95
Settings ........................................... 95
Voice mail, voice control for ............ 211
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XGuide top tether strap ? according to the
child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.XSecurely fasten hook =, which is part of
top tether strap ?, to anchorage ring ;.
Make sure
R hook = is attached to anchorage ring ;
beyond the safety catch, as illustrated
R top tether strap ? is not twisted
Once hook = is attached, the child restraint
itself can be secured.
XInstall the child restraint system and
tighten top tether strap ? according to the
child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
After removing the child restraint system and
top tether strap ?:
XReinstall anchorage ring cover :.
Panic alarm
XActivating: Press and hold !
button : for at least 1 second.
An audible alarm and flashing exterior
lamps will operate.XDeactivating: Press ! button : again.
or
XPress the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.
The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be
inside the vehicle.
or
XInsert the SmartKey into the starter switch.
i USA only:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The product label with FCC ID and IC
certification number can be found in the
battery case.
i Canada only:
This device complies with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference,
and
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The product label with FCC ID and IC
certification number can be found in the
battery case.
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The Trunk Wing remains extended as long as
the vehicle speed is above 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Once the vehicle speed is below 50 mph
(80 km/h), the Trunk Wing retracts
automatically. Trunk Wing switch : flashes
for as long as the Trunk Wing retracts. It goes
out when the Trunk Wing is fully retracted.
Anti-theft systems
Immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents unauthorized
persons from starting your vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The
engine can be started by anyone with a valid
SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle.
Activating
XWith KEYLESS-GO: Turn off the engine and
open the driver’s door.
XWith SmartKey: Remove the SmartKey
from the starter switch.
Deactivating
XSwitch on the ignition.
iStarting the engine will also deactivate
the immobilizer.
In the event that the engine cannot be
started (yet the vehicle’s battery is
charged), the system is not operational.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the
USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Anti-theft alarm system
Once the alarm system has been armed, a
visual and audible alarm is triggered when
someone opens
Ra door
Rthe trunk
Rthe hood
The alarm will stay on even if the activating
element, a door, for example, is closed
immediately.
The alarm system will also be triggered when
Rthe vehicle is opened with the mechanical
key
Ra door is opened from the inside
Rthe trunk is opened with the emergency
release button
To cancel the alarm after it has been
triggered, see “Canceling the alarm”
(Y page 67).
iIf the alarm stays on for more than
30 seconds, the mbrace system initiates a
call to the Customer Assistance Center
automatically. The mbrace system will
initiate the call provided that
Ryou have subscribed to the mbrace
service
Rthe mbrace service has been activated
properly
Rthe necessary mobile phone, power
supply and GPS coverage are available
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vehicle battery is no longer powerful
enough, COMAND may shut off
automatically during the process to protect
the battery. In this case, restart the update
with the engine running.
You can interrupt the update process and
continue it at later time. If you cancel the
update process, the navigation system is
not ready for operation.
GWarning
Never leave the engine running in an enclosed
space. The exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide. Inhaling exhaust gases constitutes
a health hazard and could lead to loss of
consciousness or even death.
Loading DVDs into DVD Changer
The DVD changer is a magazine with six built-
in compartments.
1 Disc slot2 Load buttonXPress the Load button 2.
A menu indicates which magazine
compartments are currently loaded.
XTo select an empty magazine
compartment: Rotate y m z or slide
o m p.
XTo start loading: Press n.
The message Please Insert Disc
will be displayed.
XInsert the DVD into the slot 2 with the
printed side upwards.
The DVD changer pulls in the DVD. The
message Loading Disc ... will be
displayed.
iIf the magazine is full, you will first need
to eject a disc.
Update Process
The update process starts once the DVD has
been loaded.
COMAND checks whether the map software
on the DVD matches the vehicle's navigation
system and system software.
Map Software is not suitable for the
Navigation System or the System
Software
A message is displayed stating that the
navigation update DVD with the new map
data is not suitable for the system or the
system software.
COMAND ejects the DVD.
XRemove the DVD from the slot.XHave the system software updated by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
iIt will only be possible to update the map
software once the system software has
been updated.
Map Software matches the Navigation
System and the current System Software
COMAND checks whether the DVD's map
data has already been installed.
Map Data Is already installed
The version release and a corresponding
message will be given on the display.
XTo confirm message: Press n.
COMAND ejects the DVD.
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Supported Data Formats (USB devices)
The following data types are supported:
RMP3: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s)
RWMA: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s)
In order to display the metadata during
playback, ID3 tags (version 1.x, 2.3, 2.4) and
WMA tags in ASCII and UTF16 coding are
supported.
Notes on USB Devices
RIn order to keep the initialisation time short,
do not store data other than music files on
the USB device.
RUp to eight directory levels with up to 1,000
tracks are supported.
RDo not use a USB extension cable or
adapter. These may impair functionality.
RPlaylists are searched for in the
background on the USB device and, if
available, are offered beside folders in a
separate category.
RYou can only use USB devices formatted
with the file system format FAT (File
Allocation Table).
iFiles protected with DRM (Digital Rights
Management) are not supported by the
Media Interface.
Connecting External Devices
You will find the connection sockets in the
glove compartment.
Never connect more than one device at a
time. Please consult a Mercedes-Benz
Service Center for further information.
iDo not leave external devices in the
vehicle, as functionality cannot be
guaranteed above certain temperatures
(such as inside a vehicle in direct sunlight).
Mercedes-Benz does not take
responsibility for any damage to external
devices.
1 Connection socket for 1/8 inch jack plug,
for MP3 players, for example.
2 iPod® plug for connecting an iPod®3 USB socket for connecting a USB device4 Example device: iPod®XConnect the external device using
appropriate connection 1, 2 or 3.
Never connect more than one device at a
time. You will otherwise not be able to play
back from the external device.
COMAND activates the device.
If you remove a device, the No Device
Connected message appears.
iThe connected iPod® or USB device
should not be operated with a remote
control (such as a Bluetooth remote
control) while it is being operated with
Media Interface, as this could cause
unforeseen technical difficulties.
iThe initialisation period may be extended
if you connect an iPod® or USB device
which has a fully discharged battery.
iError messages appear while the device
is being activated if:
Ryou have connected two devices at the
same time
RCOMAND does not support the device
connected
Rthe device connected consumes too
much power
Rthe Media Interface connection is
defective
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