2014 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK-CLASS ROADSTER oil additives

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

Emergency spare wheel
Important safety note s.................. 337
Points to remember .......................337
Removing ....................................... 337
Stowing .......................................... 338
Technical data ............................... 340
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function .......................................... .55
Safety guideline s............................. 39
Emissions control
Service and warranty information ....21
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 248
Display message ............................ 225
ECO start/stop function ................143
Engine number ............................... 343
Irregular running ............................ 147
Jump-starting ................................. 298
Starting problems ..........................147
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 142
Starting with KEYLESS-GO .............142
Switching off .................................. 160
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 303
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ...................147
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 276
Additives ........................................ 346
Checking the oil level ..................... 275
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 275
Display message ............................ 226
Filling capacity ............................... 346
Notes about oil grades ................... 346
Notes on oil level/consumption ....275
Temperature (on-board computer) .206
Viscosity ........................................ 346
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) AMG menu (on-board computer) ...207
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 63
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ......................62
Display message ............................ 211
ETS .................................................. 61
Function/notes ................................ 61 General notes
.................................. 61
Important safety information ...........62
Warning lamp ................................. 244
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 61
Exhaust check ................................... 163
Exhaust pipe (cleaning instructions) 283
Exterior lighting Setting options .............................. 108
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 103
Dipping (automatic) .......................104
Folding in/out (automatically). ......104
Folding in/out (electrically). ..........104
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 206
Out of position (troubleshooting) ...104
Storing settings (memory function) 105
Storing the parking position ..........104
Eyeglasses compartment .................255 F
Filler cap see Fuel filler flap
Filling capacities (Technical data) ...344
Fire extinguisher ............................... 289
First-aid kit ......................................... 288
Flat tire MOExtended tires ..........................290
Preparing the vehicle .....................289
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 291
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 272
Fog lamps Switching on/off ........................... 109
Front fog lamps
Display message ............................ 223
Switching on/off ........................... 109
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 345
Consumption statistics ..................195
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 196
Displaying the range ......................196
Driving tips .................................... 162
Fuel gauge ....................................... 29
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 345 Index
9

Example
X
Pull oil dipstick :out of the dipstick guide
tube.
X Wipe off oil dipstick :.
X Slowly 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.
X If the oil level has dropped to MIN mark
= or below, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of
engine oil.
Adding engine oil G
WARNING
Certain components in the engine
compartment, such as the engine, radiator
and parts of the exhaust system, can become
very hot. Working in the engine compartment
poses a risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following. G
WARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot
components in the engine compartment, it
may ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that engine oil is not spilled next
to the filler neck. Let the engine cool down
and thoroughly clean the engine oil off the
components before starting the engine. H
Environmental 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. If the oil level is
above the "max" mark on the dipstick, too
much oil has been added. This can lead to
damage to the engine or the catalytic
converter. Have excess oil siphoned off. Example: engine oil cap
X
Turn cap :counter-clockwise and remove
it.
X Add engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark
on the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) of
engine oil. 276
Engine compartmentMaintenance and care

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
fuel brands that have the additives.
The quality of the fuel available in some
countries may not be sufficient. Residue
could build up as a result. In such cases, and
in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center, the gasoline may be mixed with
the cleaning additive recommended by
Mercedes-Benz (part no. A000989254512).
You must observe the notes and mixing ratios
specified on the container. Engine oil
General notes !
Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a
specification other than is necessary to
fulfill the prescribed service intervals. Do
not change the engine oil or oil filter in
order to achieve longer replacement
intervals than those prescribed. You could
otherwise cause engine damage or damage
to the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Follow the instructions in the service
interval display regarding the oil change.
Otherwise, you may damage the engine and
the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Comply with the important safety notes for
service products when handling engine oil
(Y page 344).
The engine oils are matched to the
performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and
service intervals. You should therefore only
use engine oils and oil filters that are
approved for vehicles with maintenance
systems.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters,
consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. Or visit the website
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
The table shows which engine oils have been
approved for your vehicle. Model Engine
model MB
Approval SLK 250
271 229.5
SLK 350
276 229.5
SLK 55 AMG
152 229.5
Use only SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils
for AMG vehicles.
i
MB approval is indicated on the oil
containers.
Filling capacities The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter.
Model Capacity
SLK 250
5.8 US qt (5.5 l)
SLK 350
6.9 US qt (6.5 l)
SLK 55 AMG
With external oil
cooler: 10.0 US qt (9.5 l) Additives
!
Do not use any additives in the engine oil.
This could damage the engine.
Engine oil viscosity Viscosity describes the flow characteristics
of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity,346
Service products and filling capacitiesTechnical data