2012 MERCEDES-BENZ SL65AMG clock

Replacing bulbs
Example illustration: Bulb socket passenger side
:Turn signal lamp;Backup lamp
iThe lamps on the driver’s side are
mirrored.
XDepending on which bulb needs to be
replaced, turn the respective bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove it.
XGently press onto the bulb and turn it
clockwise out of its bulb socket.
XGently press the new bulb into its bulb
socket and turn it counterclockwise until it
engages.
XAlign the respective bulb socket and press
it into the tail lamp unit until it audibly
engages.
XReinstall the trim.
License plate lamps
XLoosen screws : of lamp cover to be
removed.
XRemove lamp cover ;.XReplace the bulb.XReinstall lamp cover ;.XRetighten screws :.
Replacing wiper blades
Safety notes
GWarning!
For safety reasons, switch off the wipers and
remove the SmartKey from the starter switch
(vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the
vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0)
before replacing a wiper blade. Otherwise, the
wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause
injury.
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.
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GWarning!
When turning the wheel wrench to loosen the
wheel bolts, make sure you position your
hands on the wrench in such a way that you
avoid injury to yourself, such as scraping your
hands against the wheel. Make sure turning
the wheel wrench will not scratch or damage
the wheel rim.
! Do not position the jack on the body of
the vehicle, as this may cause damage to
the vehicle.
Jack support tube cover (except SL 63 AMG,SL 65 AMG, and vehicles with Sport Package)
Jack support tube cover (SL 63 AMG, SL 65 AMG,and vehicles with Sport Package only)
XOpen cover ; by pressing at point
indicated by arrow.
or
XInsert a flat blade screwdriver in the
opening of cover ; and pry it out.
XRemove cover ;, taking care not to
damage the locking tabs.
XInsert jack arm ? fully into jack support
tube hole A up to the stop.
GWarning!
Insert the jack fully into the jack support tube
hole up to the stop. Otherwise, the vehicle
may fall from the jack and cause personal
injury or damage to the vehicle.
XKeeping jack in this position, turn crank
= clockwise until the jack base meets the
ground. Make sure the jack is vertical.
XJack up the vehicle until the wheel is a
maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground.
Removing the wheel
XUnscrew the uppermost wheel bolt and
remove it.
XReplace this wheel bolt with alignment
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pressure as specified for your vehicle
(Y page 303), decrease tire pressure using
the vent screw on air hose ?.
XVersion 2 only: If the tire inflation pressure
is above the recommended tire inflation
pressure as specified for your vehicle
(Y page 303), decrease tire pressure using
deflate button B.
GObserve Safety notes, see page 189.XDetach the electric air pump.XReinstall collapsible tire valve cap.XVersion 1 only: Store electrical plug =
and air hose ? behind flap :.
XVersion 2 only: Store electrical plug =
and the air hose back into the pump
housing bottom.
XPlace the electric air pump back in its
designated storage space.
XLower the vehicle.
Lowering the vehicle
GWarning!
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is
properly attached.
Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric
air pump before lowering the vehicle.
XLower the vehicle by turning the crank
counterclockwise until the vehicle is
resting fully on its own weight.
XPull the jack out of the jack support tube.XTighten the five wheel bolts evenly,
following the diagonal sequence illustrated
(: to A), until all bolts are tight. Observe
a tightening torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
GWarning!
Have the tightening torque checked after
changing a wheel. The wheels could come
loose if they are not tightened to a torque of
96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
GWarning!
When turning the wheel wrench to tighten the
wheel bolts, make sure you position your
hands on the wrench in such a way that you
avoid injury to yourself, such as scraping your
hands against the wheel. Make sure turning
the wheel wrench will not scratch or damage
the wheel rim.
XBefore storing the jack in the trunk, crank
back to storage position and fold in the jack
arm.
XStore the jack and the other vehicle tools
in the designated storage space.
For information on storing the spare wheel
after it has been replaced by a regular road
wheel, see (Y page 225).
iThe flat tire may be transported in the
trunk when the retractable hardtop is
closed. If available use a protective wrap on
the spare wheel.
iDo not restart the tire inflation pressure
monitor until a full size wheel/tire with
functioning sensor has been placed back
into service on the vehicle.
XDo not exceed the maximum speed of
50 mph (80 km/h).
Replacing jack support tube cover
XSlide tongue of cover under the upper edge
of the tube opening.
XApplying even pressure, press cover until it
snaps into place.
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USA onlyXPress mark on cover : as indicated by the
arrow.
XLift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole
for the towing eye bolt.
Canada only
XPress mark on cover : as indicated by the
arrow and pull on lower edge
simultaneously.
XLift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole
for the towing eye bolt.
Removing cover in rear bumper
GWarning!
In order to avoid possible serious burns or
injury, use extreme caution when removing
the rear cover, because the rear exhaust pipe
is extremely hot.
Example illustration USA, bumper in Canada differsslightly
XInsert flat, blunt object as a lever into upper
left or right recess of cover :.
XLoosen cover : using the lever.XFold cover : down in direction of arrow to
reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye
bolt.
Fixing towing eye bolt
Example illustration front bumper
XTake the towing eye bolt and, if so
equipped, the wheel wrench from the
vehicle tool kit (Y page 224).
XScrew towing eye bolt ; clockwise into
threaded hole to its stop.
XInsert wheel wrench into towing eye and
tighten towing eye bolt ; by turning it
clockwise.
or
XIf your vehicle is not equipped with a wheel
wrench, use a suitable object to turn the
towing eye bolt.
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Removing towing eye boltXLoosen towing eye bolt ; by turning it
counterclockwise.XUnscrew towing eye bolt ;.XReinstalling front cover: Fit locking tabs
of cover : (Y page 288) under the lower
edge of the opening in the bumper.XApply even pressure on the upper part of
the cover until it snaps into place.XReinstalling rear cover: Fit cover :
( Y page 288) and snap it into place.XStore the towing eye bolt ; and wheel
wrench back into the vehicle tool kit.
Towing with front axle raised
! The vehicle may be towed only for
distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a
speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
XMake sure the ignition is switched on.XWith the vehicle at a standstill, depress the
brake pedal and keep it pressed.XShift the automatic transmission into
neutral position N.XRelease the brake pedal.XIf engaged, release the parking brake.XSwitch off the automatic central locking
( Y page 126).XSwitch off the ignition and leave the
SmartKey in the starter switch.XSwitch on the hazard warning flasher
( Y page 92).
!
Because the ESP ®
operates
automatically, the engine and ignition must
be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch
position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button in position 0 or 1) when the vehicle
is being towed with the front axle raised.
Active braking action through the ESP ®
may otherwise seriously damage the brake
system which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Towing with all wheels on the groundGWarning!
If circumstances require towing the vehicle
with all wheels on the ground, always tow with
a tow bar if:
R the engine will not run
R there is a malfunction in the electro-
hydraulic brake system
R there is a malfunction in the power supply
or in the vehicle’s electrical system
This is necessary to adequately control the
towed vehicle.
Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on
the ground, make sure the SmartKey is in
starter switch position 2.
GWarning!
With the engine not running, there is no power
assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to keep
in mind that a considerably higher degree of
effort is necessary to brake and steer the
vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.
XMake sure the ignition is switched on.XWith the vehicle at a standstill, depress the
brake pedal and keep it pressed.XShift the automatic transmission into
neutral position N.XRelease the brake pedal.XIf engaged, release the parking brake.XSwitch on the hazard warning flasher
( Y page 92).
!
The vehicle may be towed only for
distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a
speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
i While being towed with the hazard
warning flasher in use, use the combination
switch in the usual manner to signal turns.
Only the selected turn signal will operate.
Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard
warning flasher will operate again.
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