2012 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG COUPE light

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsBlind Spot Assist
InoperativeBlind Spot Assist is defective.
The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior
mirrors.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.Blind Spot Assist
Currently
Unavailable See
Operator's ManualBlind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative if:
R the sensors are dirty.
R its function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.
R the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature
range.
R the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to
electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio
stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior
mirrors.
Blind Spot Assist is operational again and the display message
disappears if:
R the dirt (e.g. slush) drops away while the vehicle is in motion.
R the system detects that the sensors are fully available again.
R the radar sensor system is back within the operating
temperature range.
If the display message continues to be displayed:XClean the sensors ( Y page 228).XRestart the engine.
Tires
GWARNING
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may
lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up
and possibly a fire.
GWARNING
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect
handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated.
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear
unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are
more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes etc.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
BrakesProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions$
(USA
only)
J
(Canada
only)The red brake
system
warning lamp
comes on
while the
engine is
running. A
warning tone
also sounds.GRisk of accident
There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving
under any circumstances.XConsult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.XObserve the additional messages in the multifunction display
( Y page 165).
Do not add brake fluid. This will not rectify the malfunction.
F
(USA
only)
!
(Canada
only)The indicator
lamp for the
electric
parking brake
flashes and/
or the yellow
warning lamp
for the
electric
parking brake
lights up.GRisk of accident
The electric parking brake is temporarily malfunctioning or
defective.
XObserve the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.GWARNING
Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system
checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on. Do not add brake fluid before checking
the brake system.
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire. You can be seriously burned.
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Seat beltsProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions7After starting
the engine, the
red seat belt
warning lamp
lights up for six
seconds.The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger
to fasten their seat belts.XFasten your seat belt ( Y page 49).7After the engine
starts, a warning
tone sounds for
up to six
seconds.GRisk of injury
The driver's seat belt is not fastened.
XFasten your seat belt ( Y page 49).
The warning tone ceases.7The red seat belt
warning lamp
lights up after
the engine
starts, as soon
as the driver's
door or the
front-passenger
door is closed.GRisk of injury
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
XFasten your seat belt ( Y page 49).
The warning lamp goes out.GRisk of injury
There are objects on the front-passenger seat.
XRemove the objects from the front-passenger seat and stow
them in a secure place.
The warning lamp goes out.7The red seat belt
warning lamp
flashes and an
intermittent
audible warning
sounds.GRisk of injury
The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. In
addition, you are driving faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or you have
briefly driven faster than 15 mph(25 km/h).
XFasten your seat belt ( Y page 49).
The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent audible warning
ceases.GRisk of injury
There are objects on the front-passenger seat. In addition, you are
driving faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or you have briefly driven
faster than 15 mph(25 km/h).
XRemove the objects from the front-passenger seat and stow
them in a secure place.
The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent audible warning
ceases.Displays and operation191On-board computer and displaysZ

EngineProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions;The yellow
Check Engine
warning lamp
lights up while
the engine is
running.There may be a malfunction, for example:
R in the engine management
R in the fuel injection system
R in the exhaust system
R in the ignition system
The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may
be running in emergency mode.XHave the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop.
i In some states/provinces, you are required by law to
immediately visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as the
yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up. If in doubt, check
whether such legal regulations apply in the state/province in
which you are currently driving.
;The yellow
Check Engine
warning lamp
lights up while
the engine is
running. The
smoothness of
the gear change
is restricted.The sub geartrain with the odd gears has failed. The transmission
is in emergency mode.XHave the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop.çThe red engine
oil temperature
warning lamp
comes on while
the engine is
running. A
warning tone
also sounds.The engine oil temperature has exceeded 284 ‡ (140 †).
The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged.XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.XAllow the engine to cool down.194Displays and operationOn-board computer and displays

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsçThe red engine
oil temperature
warning lamp
comes on while
the engine is
running. The
engine oil
temperature is
not displayed.The engine control unit data transfer is malfunctioning.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.7The yellow
reserve fuel
warning lamp
lights up while
the engine is
running.The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.7
The yellow reserve fuel
warning lamp flashes
while the engine is
running.The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.XIf the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler
cap.XIf the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist
workshop.GWARNING
Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the
engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned.
Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the
engine hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Stop the vehicle in a safe location away from other traffic. Turn off the engine, get out of the
vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the engine has cooled down.
! If the coolant temperature exceeds 248 ‡(120 †) do not continue driving. The engine will
otherwise be damaged.
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Stowage compartment in the center
consoleXTo open: press down at the middle of the
marking on lid :.XTo close: fold down cover :.
i
Depending on the equipment installed,
your vehicle is equipped with an ashtray or
a stowage compartment.
Stowage compartment under the armrest
XTo open: press button : on the left or right
and slide the armrest in the direction of the
arrow.
The armrest engages in two different
detents.
i Roadster: the stowage compartment can
be locked and unlocked centrally using the
SmartKey ( Y page 64).
Stowage compartment in the rear center
consoleXPress button :.
The stowage compartment opens.
i In the stowage compartment, you will find
the ignition lock (Y page 115) and the trunk
lid emergency release ( Y page 75).
Stowage space in the rear
Stowage space on the rear wall between
the seats
:Ruffled pocket
Luggage nets
GWARNING
Parcel nets are intended for storing light-
weight items only, such as road maps, mail,
etc.
Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges, or
fragile objects may not be transported in the
parcel nets. In an accident, during hard
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braking, or sudden maneuvers, they could be
thrown around inside the vehicle and cause
injury to vehicle occupants.
Parcel nets cannot protect transported goods
in the event of an accident.
There is a parcel net located in the front-
passenger footwell.
Features
Cup holders
Important safety notes
GWARNING
In order to help prevent spilling liquids on
vehicle occupants and/or vehicle equipment,
only use containers that fit into the cup
holder. Use lids on open containers and do
not fill containers to a height where the
contents, especially hot liquids, could spill
during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an
accident. Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants
may cause serious personal injury. Liquids
spilled on vehicle equipment may cause
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
When not in use, keep the cup holder closed.
An open cup holder may cause injury to you
or others when contacted during braking,
vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident.
Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup
holder may come loose during braking,
vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident and be
thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects
thrown around in the vehicle interior may
cause an accident and/or serious personal
injury.
Cup holder in the center console
Coupe (example)
XOpen the armrest ( Y page 201).
Cupholders : are under the armrest.
Sun visors
Overview of sun visors
GWARNING
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.
Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors
closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Reflected glare can endanger you and others.
Coupe (example)
:Mirror light;Bracket=Retaining strip, e.g. for a car park ticket?Vanity mirrorAMirror cover202FeaturesStowage and features

Vanity mirror in the sun visor
Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor
is clipped into retainer ; and mirror cover
A has been folded up.
Glare from the side
Coupe (example)
XFold down the sun visor.XPull the sun visor out of retainer ;.XSwing the sun visor to the side.XSlide the sun visor forwards and back as
required.
Ashtray
Ashtray in the cockpit
i You can remove the ashtray insert and
use the resulting compartment for
stowage.
! The stowage space under the ashtray is
not heat resistant. Before placing lit
cigarettes in the ashtray, make sure that
the ashtray is properly engaged. Otherwise,
the stowage space could be damaged.
Coupe (example)
XTo open: lightly press the center of
cover :.
The ashtray opens.XTo remove the insert: slide insert ;
forwards in the direction of the arrow.XRemove insert ;.XTo re-install the insert: place the insert
into the holder and press it in the opposite
direction of the arrow until it engages.XTo close: fold down cover :.
Cigarette lighter
GWARNING
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take
the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, even if they are secured in a child
restraint system, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury. The children
could:
R injure themselves on parts of the vehicle
R be seriously or fatally injured through
excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold
R injure themselves or cause an accident with
vehicle equipment that can be operated
even if the SmartKey is removed from the
ignition lock or removed from the vehicle,
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