2012 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG ROADSTER automatic transmission fluid

XPress the = or ; button on the
steering wheel to select the Settings
menu.XPress the : or 9 button to select the
Convenience submenu.XPress the a button to confirm.XPress the : or 9 button to select the
Easy Entry/Exit feature.
You will see the selected setting: on or
off .XPress the a button to save the setting.
Switching the fold-in exterior mirrors with
locking function on/off
If you switch on the Fold Mirrors in when
Locking: function, the exterior mirrors fold
in when you lock the vehicle. If you unlock the
vehicle and then open the driver's or front-
passenger door, the exterior mirrors fold out
again.
If you have switched the function on and you
fold the exterior mirrors in using the button
on the door (Y page 90), they will not fold out
automatically. The exterior mirrors can then
only be folded out using the button on the
door.
XPress the = or ; button on the
steering wheel to select the Settings
menu.XPress the : or 9 button to select the
CONVENIENCE submenu.XPress the a button to confirm.XPress the : or 9 button to select the
Fold mirrors in when locking:
function.
You will see the selected setting: on or
off .XPress the a button to save the setting.
Resetting to factory settings
For safety reasons, the Daytime Running
Lights: function in the Lights submenu is
only reset when the vehicle is stationary.
XPress the = or ; button on the
steering wheel to select the Settings
menu.XPress the : or 9 button to select the
Factory Settings submenu.XPress the a button to confirm.
The Reset All Settings? message
appears.XPress the : or 9 button to select
Yes or No.XPress the a button to confirm the
selection.
If you have selected Yes, the multifunction
display shows a confirmation message.
AMG menu
AMG displays
XPress the = or ; button on the
steering wheel to select the AMG menu.:Digital speedometer;Engine oil temperature=Coolant temperature?Transmission fluid temperature
If the engine oil temperature is below 80 †
or if the transmission fluid temperature is
below 60 †, the corresponding temperature
gauge flashes. Avoid driving at full engine
output during this time.
SETUP
SETUP displays the drive program, the AMG
adaptive sport suspension system setting
and the selected traction assist.
160Displays and operationOn-board computer and displays

Have service work carried out as described
in the Maintenance Booklet. This may
otherwise lead to increased wear and
damage to the major assemblies or the
vehicle.
Driving abroad
An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network
is also available in other countries. You can
obtain further information from any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Care
Notes on care
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for
retaining the quality in the long term.
Use care products and cleaning agents
recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
GWARNING
Many cleaning products can be hazardous.
Some are poisonous, others are flammable.
Always follow the instructions on the
particular container. Always open your
vehicle's doors or windows when cleaning the
inside.
Never use fluids or solvents that are not
designed for cleaning your vehicle.
Always lock away cleaning products and keep
them out of reach of children.
! For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any
of the following:
R dry, rough or hard cloths
R abrasive cleaning agents
R solvents
R cleaning agents containing solvents
Do not scrub.
Do not touch the surfaces or protective
films with hard objects, e.g. a ring or ice
scraper. You could otherwise scratch or
damage the surfaces and protective film.
HEnvironmental note
Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning
cloths in an environmentally responsible
manner.
! Do not park the vehicle for an extended
period right after cleaning it, particularly
after having cleaned the wheels with wheel
cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
increased corrosion of the brake discs and
brake pads/linings. For this reason, you
should drive for a few minutes after
cleaning. Braking heats the brake discs and
brake pads, thus drying them. The vehicle
can then be parked.
Exterior care
Automatic car wash
GWARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after washing
the vehicle. This could cause an accident.
After the vehicle has been washed, brake
firmly while paying attention to the traffic
conditions. This will warm up the brake discs,
thereby drying them more quickly. After
washing the vehicle, drive particularly
carefully until the brakes are dry and braking
power has been fully restored.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
If the vehicle is very dirty, pre-wash it before
cleaning it in an automatic car wash.
! Never clean your vehicle in a Touchless
Automatic Car Wash as these use special
cleaning agents. These cleaning agents can
damage the paintwork or plastic parts.
! When washing your vehicle in a tow-
through car wash, use the SmartKey
instead of the Start/Stop button.
Start the engine using the SmartKey.. Move
the transmission to N with the E-SELECT
lever. Use the SmartKey to switch the
engine off again and then turn the
Care223Maintenance and careZ

Jump-startingGWARNING
Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead
to a battery explosion and severe injury or death.
Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting. You might get injured.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or
clothing. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if
necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. Keep flames or
sparks away from battery, avoid improper connection of jumper cables, smoking, etc.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it exploding, causing personal injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
! Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may
damage the catalytic converter and create a risk of fire.
Do not use a rapid charging device to start the vehicle.
Make sure the jumper cables are not damaged.
Make sure the jumper cables are not touching any other metal objects when they are
connected to the battery.
If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle
or from a second battery using jumper cables.
Observe the following points:
XThe battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible,
jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.XYou may only jump-start the vehicle when the engine and catalytic converter are cold.XDo not start the engine if the battery is frozen. Let the battery thaw first.XJump-starting may only be performed from batteries with a nominal voltage of 12 V.XOnly use jumper cables which have a sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.XMake sure that the jumper cables cannot come into contact with parts, such as the pulley
or the fan. These parts move when the engine is started and while it is running.XIf the battery is fully discharged, leave the battery that is being used to jump-start connected
for a few minutes before attempting to start. This charges the empty battery a little.
i Jumper cables and further information about jump-starting can be obtained from any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, for example.
XMake sure that the two vehicles do not touch.XPress the electric parking brake handle.XShift the transmission to P with the button in the center console.XDeactivate all electrical consumers, e.g. radio, automatic climate control, etc.XOpen the hood ( Y page 218).Jump-starting243Breakdown assistanceZ

Filling capacitiesCapacityFuel, coolant, lubricants,
etc.Engine oil and filter8.43 US qt (7.98 l)Approved engine oilsAMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-
speed sports
transmission, hydraulic
chamber7.4 US qt (7.0 l)
+ 0.85 US qt (0.8 l) for oil
cooler and hose lines at the
first fillingShell DCT F.3AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-
speed sports
transmission, gear set,
drive set and differential
chamber3.06 US qt (2.9 l)
+ 0.87 US qt (0.82 l) for oil
cooler and hose lines at the
first fillingShell GL.5Power steering1.26 US qt (1.2 l)Chevron Texaco CHF 9109Brake systemApproximately 0.53 US qt
(0.5 l)MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+)Cooling systemApproximately 11.6 US qt
(11.0 l)MB 325.0 corrosion
inhibitor/antifreeze agentTank capacity22.5 US gal (85.0 l)Premium-grade unleaded
gasoline (at least 91 octane,
average value between
96 RON/86 MON)ReserveApproximately 3.7 US gal
(14.0 l)Automatic climate control—Refrigerant R134a and
special PAG lubricant (never
R 12)Windshield/headlamp
cleaning system6.3 US qt (6.0 l)MB windshield washer
concentrate 20
(Y page 284)
Mixing ratio for washer fluid
( Y page 284)Fuel
Important safety notesGWARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking
materials near gasoline.
Turn off the engine before refueling.
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing
contact.20 Mixed with water or premixed washer fluid with antifreeze protection.280Service products and filling capacitiesTechnical data