2012 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK-CLASS ROADSTER check oil

Switching off .................................. 150
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 289
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ...................138
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 262
Additives ........................................ 327
Checking the oil level ..................... 261
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 261
Display message ............................ 218
Filling capacity ............................... 327
Notes about oil grades ................... 326
Notes on oil level/consumption ....261
Temperature (on-board computer) . 195
Viscosity ........................................ 327
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) AMG menu (on-board computer) ...196
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 60
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ......................59
Display message ............................ 200
ETS .................................................. 59
Function/notes ................................ 58
Important safety information ...........58
Warning lamp ................................. 231
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 59
Exhaust check ................................... 153
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 269
Exterior lighting see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 98
Dipping (automatic) .........................99
Folding in/out (automatically) .........99
Folding in/out (electrically) .............99
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 195
Out of position (troubleshooting) .....99
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 100
Storing the parking position ..........100
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 243F
Filler cap see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 274
Flat tire Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 276
MOExtended run-flat system .........281
Preparing the vehicle .....................275
Raising the vehicle .........................277
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormat ............................................. 257
Front fog lamps ................................. 106
Display message ............................ 214
Switching on/off ........................... 106
Front windshield
see Windshield
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 326
Consumption statistics ..................185
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 185
Displaying the range ......................185
Driving tips .................................... 152
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 325
Important safety notes ..................325
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 325
Problem (malfunction) ...................149
Refueling ........................................ 146
Tank content/reserve fuel .............325
Fuel filler flap, opening/closing ....... 147
Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 185
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 325
Problem (malfunction) ...................149
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 274
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 290
Before changing ............................. 290
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 290
Fuse box in the trunk .....................290
Important safety notes ..................289Index9

Notes ............................................. 264
Service messages ..........................264
Service menu (on-board computer) . 191
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 327
Coolant (engine) ............................ 327
Engine oil ....................................... 326
Fuel ................................................ 325
Important safety notes ..................324
Washer fluid ................................... 328
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) .........195
On-board computer .......................191
Setting the air distribution ............... 123
Setting the airflow ............................ 123
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 196
Side impact air bag ............................. 40
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 215
Side windows Convenience closing feature ............81
Important safety information ...........80
Opening/closing (all) .......................80
Opening/closing (front) ...................80
Problem (malfunction) .....................82
Resetting ......................................... 82
SmartKey
Changing the battery .......................71
Changing the programming .............70
Checking the battery .......................71
Convenience opening feature ..........81
Display message ............................ 226
Door central locking/unlocking .......68
Important safety notes ....................68
Loss ................................................. 73
Mechanical key ................................ 70
Opening/closing the roof ................84
Positions (ignition lock) .................131
Problem (malfunction) .....................73
Starting the engine ........................133
Snow chains ...................................... 297
Sockets Center console .............................. 248
Points to observe before use .........247
Under the armrest .........................248
Spare wheel
Notes/data .................................... 318Storage location ............................ 274
Stowing .......................................... 275
see Emergency spare wheel
Specialist workshop ............................ 23
Speed, controlling see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the
additional speedometer .................192
Digital ............................................ 186
In the Instrument cluster .................27
Segments ...................................... 181
Selecting the unit of
measurement ................................ 191
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 60
Warning lamp ................................. 232
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) Display message ............................ 208
Introduction ..................................... 36
Warning lamp ................................. 233
Warning lamp (function) ................... 36
Standing lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 112
Display message ............................ 215
Switching on/off ........................... 104
Starting (engine) ................................ 132
Station see Radio
Steering (display message) .............. 225
Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically) .....................97
Adjusting (manually) ........................97
Button overview ............................... 29
Buttons (on-board
computer) ...................................... 181
Cleaning ......................................... 270
Important safety notes ....................96
Paddle shifters ............................... 142
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 100
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 142
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 196
Stowage areas ................................... 242Index15

Stowage compartmentsArmrest (front) ............................... 243
Armrest (under) ............................. 243
Center console .............................. 243
Cup holders ................................... 245
Door ............................................... 244
Eyeglasses compartment ...............243
Glove box ....................................... 242
Important safety information .........242
Parcel net ...................................... 244
Rear wall ........................................ 244
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 296
Sun visor ............................................ 246
Supplemental Restraint System see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 193
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 125
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 65
T
Tachometer ........................................ 181
Tail lamps Display message ............................ 214
see Lights
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27
Technical data
Notes ............................................. 322
Tires/wheels ................................. 316
Vehicle data ................................... 329
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 252
Display message ............................ 207
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 252
Emergency call .............................. 249
Important safety notes ..................248
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............254
MB info call button ........................251
Remote vehicle locking ..................254
Roadside Assistance button ..........251
Search & Send ............................... 253
Self-test ......................................... 249
System .......................................... 249
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............253
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 189
Display message ............................ 225
Menu (on-board computer) ............189
Number from the phone book ........ 190
Redialing ........................................ 190
Rejecting/ending a call .................190
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 181
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 195
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 195
Outside temperature ...................... 181
Setting (climate control) ................122
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) .........65
Immobilizer ...................................... 64
Time
see Separate Operator's Manual
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 196
Tiredness assistant see ATTENTION ASSIST
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) .....301
Checking manually ........................301
Display message ............................ 222
Maximum ....................................... 300
Notes ............................................. 299
Recommended ............................... 297
Tire pressure monitoring system
Function/notes ............................. 301
Restarting ...................................... 303
Warning lamp ................................. 238
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) .................314
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................313
Bar (definition) ............................... 312
Characteristics .............................. 312
Checking ........................................ 295
Definition of terms .........................312
Direction of rotation ......................316
Display message ............................ 22216Index

:& Locks the vehicle;F Unlocks the trunk lid=% Unlocks the vehicle
When unlocking, the turn signals flash once.
When locking, they flash three times.
When it is dark, the surround lighting also
comes on if it is activated in the on-board
computer ( Y page 193).
You can also set an audible signal to confirm
that the vehicle has been locked. The audible
signal can be activated and deactivated using
the on-board computer ( Y page 194).
XTo unlock centrally: press the %
button.
If you do not open the vehicle within
approximately 40 seconds of unlocking:
R the vehicle is locked again.
R the theft deterrent locking system is armed
again.
XTo lock centrally: press the & button.
KEYLESS-GO
Important notes on the use of KEYLESS-
GO
R Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key together
with:
- electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone
or another key
- metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal foil.
This can affect the functionality of
KEYLESS-GO.
R Bear in mind that the engine can be started
by any of the vehicle occupants if there is
a KEYLESS-GO key in the vehicle.
Locking and unlocking centrally
You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using
KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry
the SmartKey with you. You can combine the
KEYLESS-GO functions with those of a
conventional key, e.g. using KEYLESS-GO to
unlock and pressing the & button to lock.
When locking and unlocking using KEYLESS-
GO, the distance between the SmartKey and
the corresponding door handle must not
exceed 3 ft (1 m).
KEYLESS-GO checks whether a valid key is in
the vehicle by periodically establishing a radio
connection between the vehicle and the key.
This happens:
R when the external door handles are
touched
R when starting the engine
R while the vehicle is in motion
X To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner
surface of the door handle.XTo lock the vehicle: touch sensor
surface :.XConvenience closing feature: touch
recessed sensor surface ; for an
extended period ( Y page 81).SmartKey69Opening/closingZ

Problems with the transmissionProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe transmission has
problems shifting gear.The transmission is losing oil.XHave the transmission checked at a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no
longer changes gear.The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.XStop the vehicle.XShift the transmission to position P.XSwitch off the engine.XWait at least 10seconds before restarting the engine.XShift the transmission to position D or R.
If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is
selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.XHave the transmission checked at a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.Releasing the parking lock manually
In the event of an electrical malfunction, it is
possible to release the selector lever lock
manually to move it out of position P, e.g. if
you wish to tow the vehicle away.
! Do not use any sharp-edged objects to
remove the selector lever gaiter from the
center console. This could damage the
selector lever gaiter.
XApply the electric parking brake.XPress the frame of selector level gaiter :
together somewhat on the side edge at the
back and hold with one hand ;.XWith the other hand, pry off the frame of
selector level gaiter : with a flat, blunt
object (e.g. a screwdriver wrapped in cloth)
at rear edge =, pulling it up and out at the
same time.XPress release buttons ? down and
simultaneously move the selector lever out
of position P.
The selector lever can now be moved freely
until it is returned to position P.
Refueling
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
146RefuelingDriving and parking

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions#The battery is not being charged.
Possible causes are:
R a defective alternator
R a torn poly-V-belt
R a malfunction in the electronicsXPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.XOpen the hood.XCheck whether the poly-V-belt is torn.
If the poly-V-belt is torn:
! Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat.
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
If the poly-V-belt is not damaged:
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.4
Check Engine Oil
At Next RefuelingThe engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level.
A warning tone also sounds.XCheck the oil level when next refueling, at the latest
( Y page 261).XIf necessary, add engine oil ( Y page 262).XHave the engine checked at a qualified specialist workshop if
engine oil needs to be added more often than usual.
Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop
or on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
! The oil level is too low. Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. There is a risk of
engine damage.
The display messages and the corresponding symbol that indicate that the oil level is too
low must not be ignored.
218Display messagesOn-board computer and displays

XReach into the gap, pull hood catch
handle ; up and lift the hood.
Once you have lifted the hood about
15 inches (40cm), it is automatically
opened the rest of the way and held open
by the gas-filled struts.
Closing the hood
GWARNING
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.
XLower the hood and let it fall from a height
of approximately 8 inches (20cm).XCheck that the hood has engaged properly.
If the hood can be raised slightly, it is not
properly engaged. Open it again and close
it with a little more force.
Engine oil
Notes on the oil level
Depending on the driving style, the vehicle
consumes up to 0.9 US qts (0.8 l) of oil over
a distance of 600 miles (1,000 km). The oil
consumption may be higher than this when
the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at
high engine speeds.
AMG vehicles: before operation on race
tracks, check the oil level and ( Y page 261)
add oil if necessary (Y page 262). Race track
operation is only permitted with a maximum
engine oil level.
Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may
be in a different location.
When checking the oil level:
R park the vehicle on a level surface.
R the engine should be switched off for
approximately five minutes if the engine is
at normal operating temperature.
R if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature, e.g. if the engine was only
started briefly: wait about 30 minutes
before carrying out the measurement.
Checking the oil level using the oil
dipstickXPull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide
tube.XWipe off oil dipstick :.XSlowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide
tube to the stop, and take it out again.
If the level is between MIN mark = and
MAX mark ;, the oil level is correct.XIf the oil level is at or below MIN mark =,
add 0.55 US qt to 1.1 US qt ( 0.5 to 1.0 l) of
engine oil.Engine compartment261Maintenance and careZ

Adding engine oilGWARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot
engine parts, it may ignite and you could burn
yourself. Do not spill any engine oil on hot
engine parts.
HEnvironmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful
to the environment.
! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
have been approved for vehicles with a
service system. You can obtain a list of the
engine oils and oil filters tested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service
center.
Damage to the engine or exhaust system is
caused by the following:
R using engine oils and oil filters that have
not been specifically approved for the
service system
R replacing engine oil and oil filters after
the interval for replacement specified by
the service system has been exceeded
R using engine oil additives.
! Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off.
Example: engine oil cap
XTurn cap : counterclockwise and remove
it.XAdd engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark
on the oil dipstick, add 0.55 US qt to
1.1 US qt (0.5 to 1.0 l) of engine oil.XReplace cap : on the filler neck and turn
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.XCheck the oil level again with the oil
dipstick ( Y page 261).
Further information on engine oil
( Y page 326).
Checking and adding other service
products
Checking the coolant level
GWARNING
In order to avoid any potentially serious burns:
R use 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.
R do not remove the pressure cap on the
coolant reservoir if the coolant temperature
is above 158 ‡ (70 †). Allow the engine to
cool down before removing the cap. The
coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and is
under pressure.
262Engine compartmentMaintenance and care