2018 MERCEDES-BENZ SL CLASS radio

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In this Operator's Manual you will find the fol-
lowing symbols:
G WARNING
Warning notes make you aware of dangers
which could pose a threat to your health or
life, or to the health and life of others.
H Environmental note
Environmental notes provide you with infor-
mation on environmentally aware actions or
disposal.
! Notes on material damage alert you to dan-
gers that could lead to damage to your vehi-
cle.
i Practical tips or further information that
could be helpful to you.
X This symbol indicates an instruction
that must be followed.
X Several of these symbols in succession
indicate an instruction with several
steps. ( Y
page) This symbol tells you where you can find
more information about a topic.
YY This symbol indicates a warning or an
instruction that is continued on the next
page.
Dis‐
play This text indicates a message on the
multifunction display/multimedia dis-
play.
As at 28.03.2017

Deactivating/activating (except
SLC 43 AMG ). .................................. 61
Deactivating/activating
(Mercedes-AMG SLC 43) ................. 62
Display message ............................ 179
Function/note s. ............................... 60
Genera ln otes .................................. 60
Important safety information ........... 60
Warning lamp ................................. 205
ETS/4ETS (Electroni cT raction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 60
Exhaus tc heck ................................... 134
Exhaus tp ipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 243
Exterior lighting
Setting options ................................ 95
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 91
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 92
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 174
Folding in/out (automatically ). ........ 91
Folding in/out (electrically) ............. 91
Ou tofp osition (troubleshooting ). .... 92
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 93
Storing the parking position ............. 92
Eyeglasse sc om partment ................. 220
F
Favorites
Overview ........................................ 213
Filler cap
see Refueling
Fillin gc apacitie s( Technical data) ... 290
First-ai dk it ......................................... 244
Flat tire
MOExtended tire s. ......................... 247
Preparing the vehicl e. .................... 246
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 247
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 232
Frequencies
Mobil ep hone ................................. 288
Two-way radio ................................ 288 Fuel
Additives ........................................ 292
Consumption statistics .................. 166
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 166
Displaying the rang e. ..................... 166
Driving tip s. ................................... 134
Fue lg auge ....................................... 32
Grade (gasoline ). ........................... 291
Important safety notes .................. 291
Problem (malfunction) ................... 131
Refueling ........................................ 129
Tank content/reserve fue l. ............ 291
Fue lf ille rf lap
Opening ......................................... 130
Fue ll evel
Calling up the rang e( on -board
computer) ...................................... 166
Fue lt ank
Capacity ........................................ 291
Problem (malfunction) ................... 131
Fus ea llocatio nc hart (vehicl et ool
kit) ...................................................... 245
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 258
Before changing ............................. 258
Fus eb ox in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 259
Fus eb ox in the trunk ..................... 259
Important safety notes .................. 258
G
Garag ed oo ro pener
Clearing the memory ..................... 231
Genera ln otes ................................ 228
Important safety notes .................. 228
Opening/closing the garag ed oo r. .2 30
Problems whe np rogramming ....... .2 30
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 229
Synchronizing the rolling code ....... 229
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG SLC 43) ......... 175
Genuine parts ...................................... 23
Glove box .......................................... .2 1910
Index

General note s. .............................. .1 18
Q QR code
Mercedes-Ben zG uide Ap p. ................ 1
Rescue car d. ................................... .2 8
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 27
R RACE TIMER (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .................. 175
Radio
Selecting as tation ........................ .1 68
see Digita lO perator's Manual
Radio mode
see also Digita lO perator's Man-
ua l. ................................................ .2 11
Radio-wave reception/transmis-
sio nint he vehicle
Declaratio nofc onformity ................ 26
Readin gl amp ....................................... 99
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 189
Switching on/off .............................. 96
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear vie wc amera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 242
Display in the multimedi as ystem .. 155
Function/notes ............................ .1 54
Switching on/off ........................... 155
Rear window defroster
General notes ................................ 111
Problem (malfunction) ................... 112
Switching on/off ........................... 111
Rear-vie wm irror
Anti-glare (manual ). ......................... 90
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 92
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem)
Important safety notes .................. 294
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 32
Important safety notes .................. 129
Refueling proces s. ......................... 130
see Fuel Remote control
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 229
Replacing bulbs
High-beam headlamps ................... 100
Important safety notes .................... 99
Installing/removing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 100
Low-beam headlamps .................... 100
Overview of bul bt ype s. ................. 100
Reportin gs afety defects .................... 27
Rescue card ......................................... 28
Reserve (fue lt ank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 192
Warning lamp ................................. 207
Residual heat (climate control) ....... .1 12
Restrain ts ystem
Display message .............. .............. 185
Introdu cti on ..................................... 38
Warning lamp ................................. 206
Warning lamp (function) ................... 38
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic transmis-
sion) ............................................... 123
Reversibl ef loor panel (trunk) .......... 221
Reversing feature
Side windows ................................... 74
Reversing lamps (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 189
Roadside Assistanc e( breakdown) .... 25
Roof
Display message ............................ 200
Important safety notes .................... 77
Opening/closing (with roof
switch) ............................................. 78
Opening/closing (with SmartKey ). ... 79
Overview .......................................... 77
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 83
Relocking ......................................... 79
Roof carrier ........................................ 221
Roof switch .......................................... 78
Route guidance
see also Digita lO perator's Man-
ua l. ................................................ .2 11
Route guidance active ..................... .1 67Index 15

Operating safety
Important safet yn otes
G WARNING
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenanc ew ork or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is ar isk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/mainte-
nanc ew ork as well as any required repairs
carried out at aq ualified specialist workshop.
G WARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact with
hot parts of the exhaust system. There is ar isk
of fire.
When driving off road or on unpaved roads,
chec kt he vehicle's underside regularly. In
particular, remove parts of plants or other
flammable materials which have become
trapped. In the case of damage, contact a
qualified specialist workshop.
G WARNING
Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring can impair their
function and/or the function of other net-
worked components. In particular, systems
relevant to safety could also be affected. As a
result, these may no longer function as inten-
ded and/or jeopardiz et he operatin gs afety of
the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an
acciden ta nd injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as elec-
tronic component sort heir software. You
should have all work to electrical and elec-
tronic equipment carried out at aq ualified
specialist workshop. ! There is ar isk of damage to the vehicle if: R
the vehicle becomes stuck ,e .g. on ah igh
curb or an unpaved road R
you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb, as peed bump or ap othole in the roadR
ah eavy objec ts trikes the underbody or
parts of the chassis
In situation sl ike this, the body, the under-
body, chassis parts, wheels or tires could be
damaged without the damage being visible.
Components damaged in this way can unex-
pectedly fail or, in the case of an accident, no
longer withstand the loads they are designed
to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged, com-
bustible materials such as leaves, grass or
twigs can gather between the underbody and
the underbody paneling. If these materials
come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust
system, they can catc hf ire.
In such situations, have the vehicle checked
and repaired immediately at aq ualified spe-
cialist workshop. If on continuin gy our jour-
ney you notice that driving safety is impaired,
pull over and stop the vehicle immediately,
paying attention to road and traffic condi-
tions. In such cases, consult aq ualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle com-
ply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the two following two conditions :1 )
These devices may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and 2) These devices must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation .C hanges
or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for complianc ec ould void the
user’s authorit ytoo perate the equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions :( 1) These devices may
not cause interference, and (2) These devices
must accept any interference, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired operation of
the device."26
Operating safety
Introduction

Problems with the SmartKey Problem
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
You can no longer lock or
unlock the vehicle using
the SmartKey. The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. X
Check the SmartKey battery ( Y
page 68) and replace it if necessary
( Y
page 68).
If this does not work: X
Unlock ( Y
page 72) or lock ( Y
page 72) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
There is interference from ap owerful source of radio waves.X
Unlock ( Y
page 72) or lock ( Y
page 72) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
The SmartKey is faulty. X
Unlock ( Y
page 72) or lock ( Y
page 72) the vehicle using the
mechanical key. X
Have the SmartKey checked at aq ualified specialist workshop.
You can no longer lock or
unlock the vehicle using
KEYLESS-GO. KEYLESS-GO was deactivated. X
Reactivate KEYLESS-GO ( Y
page 65).
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. X
Check the SmartKey battery ( Y
page 68) and replace it if necessary
( Y
page 68).
If this does not work: X
Unlock ( Y
page 72) or lock ( Y
page 72) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
There is interference from ap owerful source of radio waves.X
Unlock ( Y
page 72) or lock ( Y
page 72) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning. X
Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the
SmartKey. X
Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at aq ualified specialist
workshop.
If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote con-
trol function: X
Unlock ( Y
page 72) or lock ( Y
page 72) the vehicle using the
mechanical key. X
Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at aq ualified specialist
workshop. SmartKey 69
Opening and closing Z

Problem
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
The engine cannot be
started using the Smart-
Key. The on-board voltage is too low. X
Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior
lighting, and try to start the engine again.
If this does not work: X
Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary ( Y
page 253).
or X
Jump-start the vehicle ( Y
page 253).
or X
Consult aq ualified specialist workshop.
The engine cannot be
started using KEYLESS-
GO. The SmartKey is in
the vehicle. The vehicle is locked. X
Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again.
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. X
Check the SmartKey battery ( Y
page 68) and replace it if necessary
( Y
page 68).
If this does not work: X
Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
There is interference from ap owerful source of radio waves.X
Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
You have lost aS mart-
Key. X
Have the SmartKey deactivated at aq ualified specialist workshop.X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. X
If necessary, have the locks changed as well.
You have lost the
mechanical key. X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. X
If necessary, have the locks changed as well.
The side windows cannot
be opened or closed
using the convenience
opening/closing fea-
ture. The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. X
Check the SmartKey battery ( Y
page 68) and replace it if necessary
( Y
page 68).
Doors
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could: R
operate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they: R
release the parking brake R
shift the automatic transmission out of park
position P R
start the engine
There is ar isk of an accident and injury.
Never leave children or animals unattended in
the vehicle.70
Doors
Opening and closing

Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Problem
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
Only the red segments in
the Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC warning
display sa re lit. You also
hear aw arning tone for
approximately two sec-
onds.
Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC is deacti-
vated after approx-
imately 20 seconds, and
the indicator lamp in the
Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC button
lights up. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has been deacti-
vated. X
If problems persist, have Parking Assist PARKTRONIC checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Only the red segments in
the Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC warning
display sa re lit. Parking
Assist PARKTRONIC is
deactivated after
approximately five sec-
onds. The Parking Assist PARKTRONIC sensors are dirty or malfunctioning. X
Clean the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC sensors ( Y
page 242).X
Switch the ignition back on.
The problem may be caused by an external source of radio or ultra-
sound waves. X
Check to see if Parking Assist PARKTRONIC functions in ad ifferent
location.
Parking Guidance
Important safety notes Parking Guidance is an electronic parking aid
with ultrasound. Ultrasound is used to measure
the road on both sides of the vehicle. As uitable
parking space is indicated by the parking sym-
bol. You receive steering instructions when
parking. You can also still use Active Parking
Assist PARKTRONIC ( Y
page 149).
Parking Guidance is only an aid. It is not a
replacement for your attention to your immedi-
ate surroundings. You are always responsible
for safe maneuvering, parking and exiting a
parking space. Make sure that there are no per-
sons, animals or object sint he maneuvering
area when you are maneuvering or parking.
G WARNING
If object sa re located above or below the
detection range, Active Parking Assist may
steer too early. This could cause ac ollision. There is ar isk of an accident.
Do not use Active Parking Assist in these
types of situation.
! If they cannot be avoided, drive over obsta-
cles such as curbs slowly and at an obtuse
angle. Otherwise, you may damage the
wheels or tires.
If Active Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is deacti-
vated, Parking Guidance is also unavailable.
Parking Guidance may also display spaces not
suitable for parking, e.g.: R
where parking or stopping is prohibited R
in front of driveways or entrances and exits R
on unsuitable surfaces
Use Parking Guidance for parking spaces: R
paralle ltot he direction of travel R
on straight roads, not bends R
that are on the same level as the road, i.e. not
on the pavement, for example. Parking Guid-
ance may not detect flat curbs152
Driving systems
Driving and parking

the prese tl is tors tatio nl is tint he desired
frequency range is shown. X
To select as tation: briefl yp ress c
or d .
SIRIUS XM ®
satellite radi oa cts like an ormal
radio.
For mor ei nformation on radi oo pe ration, see
"Satellite radio" in the Digita lO pe rator' sM an -
ual.
Operatin gana udi op layer or audio
media
Audio data fro mv ar ious audi od ev ices or media
can be played ,d epen ding on the equipment
installe dint he vehicle.X
Switch on the multimedia syste ma nd select
CD or MP 3m od e( se et he Digita lO wn er's
Manual). X
Press the Y or e button on the steering
whee ltos elect the Audio menu.X
To select the next/previous track: briefly
press the c or d button.X
To select at rac kf ro mt he trac kl is t( rapid
scrolling): press and hol dt he c or d
button unti ld esir ed track C appears.
If yo up ress and hol dt he c or d button,
the rapi ds crolling spee disi ncreased. Not all
audi od rives or data carriers support thi sf un c-
tion.
If track information is stored on the audio
devic eorm edium, the multifunctio nd isplay
will sho wt he numbe ra nd titl eoft he track.
Vide oD VD operation X
Switch on the multimedia syste ma nd select
video DVD (see the Digita lO pe rator' sM an -
ual). X
Press the Y or e button on the steering
whee ltos elect the Audio menu.X
To select the next or previous scene:
briefl yp ress the c or d button.X
To select as cene fro mt he scen el is t
(rapid scrolling): press and hol dt he c
or d button unti ld esir ed scene C
appears.
Telephon em enu
Introduction
G WARNING
If yo uo pe rate information systems and com-
municatio ne quipment integrated in the vehi-
cle when driving, yo um ay be distracted from
the traffi cs it uation. Yo uc ould also lose con-
trol of the vehicle. There is ar is kofana cci-
dent.
Onl yo pe rate thi se quipment when the traffic
situatio np er mits. If yo ua re not sure tha tt his
is possible, park the vehicl ep ayin ga ttention
to traffi cc onditions and operate the equip-
ment when the vehicl eiss tationary.
When telephoning ,y ou must observe the legal
requirements for the country in which yo ua re
currentl yd riving. X
Switch on the mobil ep ho ne (see the manu-
facturer’ so pe rating instructions). X
Switch on the multimedia syste m( se et he
Digita lO pe rator' sM an ual)X
Establis haB luetooth ®
connectio ntot he mul-
timedia syste m( Y
page 215).X
Press the Y or e button on the steering
whee ltos elect the Tel menu.
Yo uw il ls ee one of the following displa ym es-
sage sint he multifunctio nd isplay :R
Phone READY or the nam eoft he network
provider: the mobil ep ho ne ha sf ound an et-
work and is ready to receive. R
Phone No Service :t here is no network
availabl eort he mobil ep ho ne is searching for
an etwork.Menus and submenus 169
On-board computer and displays Z