2014 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK-Class airscarf

1, 2, 3 ...
12 V socket see Sockets A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 211
Function/notes ................................ 59
Important safety notes ....................59
Warning lamp ................................. 242
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification .................127
Active light function .........................112
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 65
Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message ............................ 224
Function/notes ............................. 112
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 203
Additional speedometer ...................203
Additives (engine oil) ........................346
Air bags Display message ............................ 220
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 42
Head bag ......................................... 44
Important safety notes ....................40
Knee bag .......................................... 43
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 45
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact air bag ..........................43
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
AIRGUIDE ............................................. 91
AIRSCARF Problem (malfunction) ...................100
Switching on/off ........................... 100
AIRSCARF vents
Setting the blower output ..............135
Air vents
Important safety notes ..................134
Setting ........................................... 134
Setting the blower output of the
AIRSCARF vents ............................ .135
Setting the center air vents ...........134 Setting the side air vents
...............135
Switching AIRSCARF on/off ..........100
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 203
Setting the color (on-board
computer) ...................................... 204
AMG menu (on-board computer) .....206
Anti-lock braking system see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 258
Assistance display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 200
Assistance menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 200
ASSYST PLUS Displaying a service message ........279
Hiding a service message ..............278
Resetting the service interval
displa y........................................... 279
Service message ............................ 278
Special service requirements ......... 279
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ...................67
Function .......................................... .67
Switching off the alarm ....................67
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating .................201
Display message ............................ 227
Function/notes ............................. 186
Audio menu (on-board computer) ....198
Authorized Centers see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshops
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 224
see Lights
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 1444
Index

Important safety notes
..................344
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline .345
Problem (malfunction) ...................159
Refueling ........................................ 156
Tank content/reserve fuel .............344
Fuel filler flap
Opening/closing ............................ 157
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 196
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 344
Problem (malfunction) ...................159
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 289
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 303
Before changing ............................. 303
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 304
Fuse box in the trunk .....................304
Important safety notes ..................303 G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................270
Important safety notes ..................268
Opening/closing the garage door ..270
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 268
Gear indicator (on-board computer) 206
Genuine parts ...................................... 20
Glove box ........................................... 254H
Handbrake see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ......................111
Display message ............................ 238
Head bags
Display message ............................ 218
Operation ........................................ .44
Headlamps
Cleaning system (notes) ................348
Fogging up ..................................... 113
see Automatic headlamp mode Head level heating (AIRSCARF)
........100
Head restraints Adjusting ......................................... 99
see NECK-PRO head restraints
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 116
Display message ............................ 222
Switching Adaptive Highbeam
Assist on/off ................................. 113
Switching on/off ........................... 111
Hill start assist .................................. 143
HOLD function Activating ....................................... 179
Deactivating ................................... 179
Display message ............................ 228
Function/notes ............................. 179
Hood
Closing .......................................... .275
Display message ............................ 236
Important safety notes ..................274
Opening ......................................... 274
Hydroplaning ..................................... 166 I
Ignition lock see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 67
Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 29
Warning and indicator lamps ...........30
Instrument cluster lighting ..............192
Interior lighting ................................. 113
Automatic control ..........................114
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 204
Emergency lighting ........................114
Manual control ............................... 114
Overview ........................................ 113
Reading lamp ................................. 11310
Index

Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt .........................53
Belt force limiters ............................ 55
Cleaning ......................................... 285
Correct usage .................................. 52
Emergency Tensioning Devices ....... .55
Fastening ......................................... 53
Important safety guidelines .............51
Releasing ......................................... 54
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ......................206
Warning lamp ................................. 240
Warning lamp (function) ................... 54
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) .....................98
Adjusting (manually). .......................98
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support ............................................ 99
Adjusting the head restraint ............99
Cleaning the cover .........................285
Correct driver's seat position ........... 96
Important safety notes ....................97
Overview .......................................... 97
Seat heating problem ....................100
Storing settings (memory function) 105
Switching AIRSCARF on/off ..........100
Switching seat heating on/off .........99
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 284
Sensors (cleaning instructions) .......283
Service menu (on-board computer) .201
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 347
Coolant (engine) ............................ 347
Engine oil ....................................... 346
Fuel ................................................ 344
Important safety notes ..................344
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 349
Washer fluid .................................. .348
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) .........202
On-board computer .......................202
Setting the air distribution ...............130
Setting the airflow ............................130
SETUP (on-board computer) .............207Side impact air bag
.............................43
Side marker lamp Changing bulbs (rear) ....................116
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 223
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 282
Convenience closing feature ............84
Important safety information ...........82
Opening/closing (all) .......................83
Opening/closing (front) ...................82
Overview .......................................... 82
Problem (malfunction) .....................86
Resetting ......................................... 84
SmartKey
Changing the battery .......................73
Changing the programming .............71
Checking the battery .......................73
Convenience opening feature ..........83
Display message ............................ 238
Door central locking/unlocking .......70
Important safety notes ....................70
Loss ................................................. 75
Mechanical key ................................ 72
Opening/closing the roof ................88
Overview .......................................... 70
Positions (ignition lock) .................139
Problem (malfunction) .....................75
Starting the engine ........................142
Snow chains ...................................... 309
Sockets Center console .............................. 259
General notes ................................ 258
Under the armrest .........................259
Spare wheel
Stowing .......................................... 338
see Emergency spare wheel
Specialist workshop ............................ 24
Special seat belt retractor .................. 58
Speed, controlling see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the
additional speedometer .................203
Digital ............................................ 196
In the Instrument cluster .................29
Segments ...................................... 193
Selecting the unit of measurement 202 Index
15

Center console
Center console, upper section
Function Page
0043
COMAND; see the separate
operating instructions
0044
0072
Seat heating 99
0087
00CE
AIRSCARF 100
0085
008F
PARKTRONIC 180
0083
00A7
ECO start/stop
function (AMG vehicles) 143 Function Page
0084
002F
Hazard warning
lamps 111
006B
008D
PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp 45
006C
00BB
ESP® 62
006D
00CC
Dynamic handling
package with sports mode 17832
Center consoleAt a glance

Problems with the seat heating
The seat heating has switched off
prematurely or cannot be switched on. The
vehicle's electrical system voltage is too low
because too many electrical consumers are
switched on.
X Switch off electrical consumers that you do
not need, such as the rear window
defroster or interior lighting.
X Once the battery is sufficiently charged,
switch on the seat heating again. AIRSCARF
Activating/deactivating G
WARNING
When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air
can flow from the vents in the head restraints.
This could result in burns in the immediate
vicinity of the air vents. There is a risk of injury.
Reduce the heater output before it becomes
too hot. The AIRSCARF function warms the head and
neck area of vehicle occupants with warm air.
The warm air flows out of the holes in the head
restraints.
The three red indicator lamps in the button
indicate the heating level you have selected. X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position
2in the ignition lock.
X To switch on: press button0043.
Three red indicator lamps in the button light
up. The blower starts up after a preheating
phase of seven seconds.
X Press button 0043repeatedly until the
desired heating level is set.
X To switch off: press button0043repeatedly
until all the indicator lamps go out.
i The blower continues running for seven
seconds to cool down the heating
elements.
i If the battery voltage is too low, AIRSCARF
may switch off.
Problems with AIRSCARF AIRSCARF has switched off prematurely or
will not switch on. The vehicle's electrical
system voltage is too low because too many
electrical consumers are switched on.
X Switch off electrical consumers that you do
not need, such as the rear window
defroster or interior lighting.
X Switch on AIRSCARF again. Steering wheel
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
R adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
R fasten the seat belt
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel and mirror and fasten your
seat belt before starting the engine. 100
Steering wheelSeats, steering wheel and mirrors

Depending on the equipment level, the
control panel has either the 004Bbutton or
the 0056 button.
Activating/deactivating X
Turn the SmartKey to position 0in the
ignition lock or remove it ( Ypage 139).
X To activate: press the004Bor0056
button.
The indicator lamp in the 004Bor0056
button lights up.
i The blower will run at a low speed
regardless of the airflow setting.
i If you activate the residual heat function
at high temperatures, only the ventilation
will be activated. The blower runs at
medium speed.
X To deactivate: press the004Bor0056
button.
The indicator lamp in the 004Bor0056
button goes out.
Residual heat is deactivated automatically:
R after approximately 30 minutes
R when the ignition is switched on
R if the battery voltage drops Setting the air vents
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air
vents. This could result in burns or frostbite in
the immediate vicinity of the air vents. There
is a risk of injury.
Make sure that all vehicle occupants always
maintain a sufficient distance to the air
outlets. If necessary, redirect the airflow to
another area of the vehicle interior. G
WARNING
When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air
can flow from the vents in the head restraints. This could result in burns in the immediate
vicinity of the air vents. There is a risk of injury.
Reduce the heater output before it becomes
too hot.
In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air
through the air vents into the vehicle interior,
please observe the following notes:
R keep the air inlet grille on the hood and in
the engine compartment on the front-
passenger side free of blockages, such as
ice, snow or leaves.
R never cover the air vents or air intake grilles
in the vehicle interior.
i You can move the adjusters for the air
vents vertically or horizontally to set the
direction of the airflow.
i For optimal climate control in the vehicle,
open the air vents completely and set the
adjusters to the central position. Setting the center air vents
X
To open the center air vent: turn the
adjuster in one of center air vents 0043
counter-clockwise.
X To close the center air vent: turn the
adjuster in one of center air vents 0043
clockwise until it engages. 134
Setting the air ventsClimate control

Setting the side air vents
0043
Side window defroster vent
0044 Side air vent
X To open a side air vent: turn the adjuster
in side air vent 0044counter-clockwise.
X To close a side air vent: turn the adjuster
in side air vent 0044clockwise until it
engages. Setting the blower output of the
AIRSCARF vents
G
WARNING
Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air
vents. This could result in burns or frostbite in
the immediate vicinity of the air vents. There
is a risk of injury.
Make sure that all vehicle occupants always
maintain a sufficient distance to the air
outlets. If necessary, redirect the airflow to
another area of the vehicle interior. G
WARNING
When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air
can flow from the vents in the head restraints.
This could result in burns in the immediate
vicinity of the air vents. There is a risk of injury.
Reduce the heater output before it becomes
too hot. You can adjust the blower output of
AIRSCARF vents
0043using the AIRSCARF
button (Y page 100). Setting the air vents
135Climate control Z