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!
Hold the wiper arm securely when folding
back. The windshield could be damaged if
the wiper arm smacks against it suddenly.
Cleaning the exterior lighting X
Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior
lighting using a wet sponge and a mild
cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car
shampoo or cleaning cloths.
! Only use cleaning agents or cleaning
cloths which are suitable for plastic light
lenses. Unsuitable cleaning agents or
cleaning cloths could scratch or damage
the plastic light lenses.
Cleaning the mirror turn signals !
Only use cleaning agents or cleaning
cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses.
Unsuitable cleaning agents or cleaning
cloths could scratch or damage the plastic
lenses of the mirror turn signals.
X Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn
signals in the exterior mirror housing using
a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent,
e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or
cleaning cloths.
Cleaning the sensors !
When cleaning the sensors with a power
washer, maintain a distance between the
vehicle and the nozzle of the power washer
of at least 11.8 in (30 cm). Information
about the correct distance is available from
the equipment manufacturer. X
Clean sensors :of the driving systems
with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
Cleaning the rear view camera X
Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean
camera lens :.
! Do not clean the camera lens and the area
around the rear view camera with a power
washer.
Cleaning the exhaust pipes !
Do not clean the exhaust pipe with acid-
based cleaning agents such as sanitary
cleansers or wheel cleaners.
X Clean the exhaust pipe with a chrome care
product tested and approved by Mercedes-
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Comply with safety precautions and take
protective measures when handling
batteries. Risk of explosion.
Fire, open flames and smoking are
prohibited when handling the
battery. Avoid creating sparks.
Battery acid is caustic. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Wear suitable protective clothing,
especially gloves, apron and
faceguard.
Rinse any acid spills immediately
with clear water. Contact a
physician if necessary. Wear eye protection.
Keep children away.
Observe this Operator's Manual.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use batteries
which have been tested and approved for
your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These
batteries provide increased impact
protection to prevent vehicle occupants from
suffering acid burns should the battery be
damaged in the event of an accident.
In order for the battery to achieve the
maximum possible service life, it must always
be sufficiently charged.
The vehicle battery, like other batteries, can
discharge over time if you do not use the
vehicle. In this case, have the battery
disconnected at a qualified specialist
workshop. You can also charge the battery
with a charger recommended by Mercedes- Benz. Contact a qualified specialist workshop
for further information.
Have the battery condition of charge checked
more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly
for short trips or if you leave it standing idle
for a lengthy period. Consult a qualified
specialist workshop if you wish to leave your
vehicle parked for a long period of time.
i Remove the SmartKey if you park the
vehicle and do not require any electrical
consumers. The vehicle will then use very
little energy, thus conserving battery
power.
i If the battery power supply has been
interrupted, e.g. if the battery was fully
discharged, you will need to reset the
"exterior mirrors automatic folding
function", by folding the mirrors out once
(Y page 88). Charging the battery
G
WARNING
During charging and jump-starting, explosive
gases can escape from the battery. There is a
risk of an explosion.
Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient
ventilation while charging and jump-starting.
Do not lean over a battery. G
WARNING
Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing.
Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean
over the battery. Keep children away from
batteries. Wash battery acid immediately with
water and seek medical attention. G
WARNING
A discharged battery can freeze at
temperatures below freezing point. When
jump-starting the vehicle or charging the
battery, gases can escape from the battery.
There is a risk of an explosion. 238
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At temperatures below freezing:
X
Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture
of water and windshield washer fluid, e.g.
MB WinterFit.
Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside
temperature.
R Down to 14 ‡ ( Ò10 †): mix 1 part MB
WinterFit to 2 parts water.
R Down to Ò4 ‡ (Ò20 †): mix 1 part MB
WinterFit to 1 part water.
R Down to Ò20.2 ‡ (Ò 29 †): mix 2 parts MB
WinterFit to 1 part water.
i Add windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB
SummerFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer
fluid all year round.
Filling capacities Model Capacity
All models
7.4 US qt (7.0 l)
Vehicle data
General notes
Please note that for the specified vehicle
data:
R The heights specified may vary as a result
of:
-Tires
- Load
- Condition of the suspension
- Optional equipment
R The vehicle length specified includes the
front license plate adapter. Vehicle data, Coupe
The data stated here specifically refers to a
vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the
data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
182.7 in (4640 mm)
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
81.7 in (2075 mm)
Vehicle height
49.7 in (1262 mm)
Wheelbase
105.5 in (2680 mm)
Front track
66.2 in (1682 mm)
Rear track
65.0 in (1651 mm)
Ground clearance
3.9 in (99 mm)
Turning circle
39.0 ft (11.9 m)
Vehicle weight
Maximum trunk
load
137 lb (62 kg)
Vehicle data, Roadster
The data stated here specifically refers to a
vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the
data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
182.7 in (4640 mm)
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
81.7 in (2075 mm)
Vehicle height
49.6 in (1261 mm)
Wheelbase
105.5 in (2680 mm)
Front track
66.2 in (1682 mm)
Rear track
65.0 in (1651 mm)
Ground clearance
3.9 in (99 mm)
Turning circle
39.0 ft (11.9 m)282
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Vehicle weight
Maximum trunk
load
137 lb (62 kg)
Opening dimensions of the trunk lid
Coupe
:
Opening height: 63.4 in (1,610 mm) (rear
spoiler retracted)
Opening height: 66.0 in (1,677 mm) (rear
spoiler extended) Roadster
:
Opening height: 67.4 in (1,713 mm) (rear
spoiler retracted)
Opening height: 68.2 in (1,732 mm) (rear
spoiler extended)
i The values specified may differ from the
actual values depending on the tires, load,
optional equipment and condition of the
suspension. Opening dimensions, gullwing doors
:
Range of movement exceeding vehicle
width: 14.3 in (362 mm)
; Opening height: 73.7 in (1,873 mm)
(exterior mirrors folded in)
Opening height: 76.6 in (1,946 mm)
(exterior mirrors folded in)
i The values specified may differ from the
actual values depending on the tires, load,
optional equipment and condition of the
suspension. Vehicle data
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