#Onlyfillthe fueltanktohalf full withunleadedregulargasoline andtop up assoon as possible with unleaded pre‐mium gradegasoline.
#Do not drive atthe maximum speed.
#Avoid sudden acceleration and enginespeedsover 3000rpm.
This mayreduce engine performance andincrease fuel consumption. Neverrefuel usinggasoline with a lower octane number.
Further information on fuel can befound:
Rat agasstation
Rat aqualified specialistworkshop
RUSA only:at http://www.mbusa.com
Information on additives ingasolineObservethe notes on operatingfluids(→page 468).
*NOTEDamagefrom use of unsuitableadditives
Even small amounts ofthe wrong additivemay leadtomalfunctions occurring.
#Only add cleaning additivesrecommen‐dedbyMercedes-Benztothe fuel.
Mercedes-Benzrecommendsthatyou use fuelbrandsthat haveadditives.
In some countries,the fuelavailable may nothavesufficient additives.Residue could build upinthe fuel injection system as aresult. Inthiscase, in consultation with an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center,the fuel may be mixedwiththe cleaning additiverecommendedbyMercedes-Benz. Be suretoobservethe notesand mixingratios specified onthe container.
Tank content and fuelreserveThetotal capacity ofthe fueltank mayvary,depending onthevehicle equipment.
ModelTotal capacity
All models21.1gal (80.0 liters)
ModelOf whichreserve
All models2.1gal (8.0 liters)
Engine oil
Notes on engine oilObservethe notes on operatingfluids(→page 468).
47 0Technical data
*NOTEEngine damagecausedbyanincorrect oilfilter, incorrect oil or addi‐tives
#Do not use engine oils or oilfiltersotherthanthose which meetthe specifica‐tions necessaryforthe prescribedservice intervals.
#Do not alterthe engine oil or oilfilter inordertoachievelongerchange intervalsthan prescribed.
#Do not use additives.
#Havethe engine oilchanged aftertheprescribed intervals.
Mercedes-Benzrecommendsthatyou havetheoilchange carried out at aqualified specialistworkshop.
Further information on engine oil and oilfilters isavailable atthefollowing locations:
RInthe Mercedes-Benz SpecificationsforOperating Fluidsbyenteringthe designation:
-Athttp://bevo.mercedes-benz.com
-Inthe Mercedes-Benz BeVo app
Rat aqualified specialistworkshop
Quality and capacity of engine oil
MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
SedanMB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
S 450 4MATIC229.5, 229.6
S 560 4MATIC229.52, 229.61
Long wheelbasevehiclesMB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
S 450 4MATIC
S 450
229.5, 229.6
Allother models 229.52, 229.61
Mercedes‑MaybachMB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
S 650 Mercedes-May‐bach229.5
S 560 4MATICMercedes-Maybach229.52, 229.61
Thefollowingvaluesrefertoan oilchange,includingthe oilfilter.
Capacity
SedanCapacity
S 450 4MATIC 6.9 US qt (6.5 liters)
S 560 4MATIC 9.5 US qt (9.0 liters)
Long wheelbasevehiclesCapacity
S 450 4MATIC
S 450
6.9 US qt (6.5 liters)
Allother models 9.5 US qt (9.0 liters)
Technical data471
Mercedes‑MaybachCapacity
S 650 Mercedes-May‐bach11.1US qt(10.5 liters)
S 560 4MATICMercedes-Maybach9.5 US qt (9.0 liters)
Notes on brakefluid
Observethe notes on operatingfluids(→page 468).
&WARNINGRisk of an accident duetovapor pocketsforming inthe brake sys‐tem
The brakefluid constantly absorbs moisturefromthe air. This lowersthe boiling point ofthe brakefluid. Ifthe boiling point istoo low,vapor pockets mayforminthe brake systemwhenthe brakes are applied hard.
This causesthe braking effecttobeimpaired.
#Havethe brakefluidrenewed atthespecified intervals.
Havethe brakefluidregularlyreplaced at aqualified specialistworkshop.Only use brakefluid approvedbyMercedes-BenzaccordingtoMB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 331.0.
You can obtain further information on brakefluidinthefollowing places:
Rinthe Mercedes-Benz SpecificationsforOperating Fluids
-at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com
-inthe Mercedes-Benz BeVo App
Rat aqualified specialistworkshop
Coolant
Notes on coolantObservethe notes on operatingfluids(→page 468).
&WARNING‑ Risk offireand injury fromantifreeze
If antifreeze comes into contact withhotcomponent parts inthe engine compart‐ment, it may ignite.
#Allowthe enginetocool down beforeadding antifreeze.
#Makesurethat no antifreeze spills outnexttothefiller opening.
#Thoroughly clean off any antifreezefrom component parts beforestartingthevehicle.
*NOTEDamagecausedbyincorrect cool‐ant
#Only add coolantthat has been pre‐mixed withtherequired antifreeze pro‐tection.
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Coolant (engine)Check level .......................................... 401Filling capacity .....................................473Notes ...................................................472
CopyrightLicenses ................................................ 29Trademarks............................................ 29
Cornering light function..........................14 8
Coversee Side windows
CrossTraffic Alert...................................236
Crosswind AssistFunction/notes ...................................19 5
Crosswind Assistsee MAGICBODYCONTROL
Cruise control.......................................... 200Buttons ................................................ 201Calling up a speed ............................... 201Function .............................................. 200Requirements: .....................................201Selecting ............................................. 201Setting a speed .................................... 201Storing a speed ................................... 201
Switching off ....................................... 201Switching on ........................................201System limitations ...............................200
Cup holder................................................131Installing/removing (center console) ...131Rear passenger compartment (vehi‐cles with arear benchseat) .................13 2Rear passenger compartment (vehi‐cles with electrically adjustablerearseats) ..................................................13 2Removing/installingthe insert (vehi‐cles with electrically adjustablerearseats) ..................................................13 2Switchingthe cooling/heating func‐tion on/off ..........................................13 3
Cushionbag................................................ 38
Customer Assistance Center (CAC).........25
CustomerRelations Department.............25
D
Dashboardsee Cockpit
Dashboard lightingsee Instrument cluster lighting
Data acquisitionVehicle .................................................. 26
Data import/export................................ 294Function/notes ................................... 294Importing/exporting ........................... 294
DatastorageElectronic control units .........................26Online services ......................................27Vehicle .................................................. 26
DateSettingthe time and date automati‐cally ..................................................... 288
Daytimerunning lamp modesee Daytimerunning lights
Daytimerunning lights...........................14 9Switching on/off .................................14 9
Deactivatingthe alarm(ATA)....................91
Dealershipsee Qualified specialistworkshop
Declaration of conformityWirelessvehicle components ................23
Decorativefoil (cleaning instructions)...................................................................406
544Index
Engine number........................................ 466
Engine oil.................................................400Additives ..............................................470Capacity ...............................................471Checkingthe oil level usingthe oildipstick ............................................... 399Checkingthe oil level usingthe on-board computer ................................... 399MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval ...............471Quality .................................................471Topping up ...........................................400
EnteringcharactersFunction/notes ................................... 285
ESC (ElectronicStability Control)
see ESP®(ElectronicStability Program)
ESP®
Crosswind Assist .................................19 5
ESP®(ElectronicStability Program)......19 3Activating/deactivating .......................195Function/notes ...................................19 3
Exterior lightingCare .................................................... 409
Exterior lightingsee Lights
Exterior mirrors...............................154,15 5Anti-glaremode (automatic) ................155Automatic mirrorfolding function ........157Folding in/out .....................................154Operatingthe memory function ...........11 5Parking position ...................................156Setting .................................................154
External deviceLocking (child safety lock) ...................293
Eyeglasses compartment.......................124
F
Fatigue detectionseeATTENTION ASSIST
FavoritesAdding .................................................283Calling up ............................................ 282Deleting ............................................... 283Moving ................................................ 283Overview ............................................. 282Renaming ............................................ 283
FlaconInserting/removing .............................16 3
Flat tire.....................................................413Changing a wheel ................................ 458MOExtended tires ................................41 4Notes ...................................................413TIREFIT kit ............................................41 5
FlattowingseeTow-bar system
Floor mats................................................14 3
Foil coveringRadar sensors ......................................191
Folding table............................................124
FragranceseePerfume atomizer
Free software............................................ 29
FrequenciesTwo-wayradio ...................................... 465
Frequency bandDialing (on-board computer) ................ 259
Front airbag (driver, front passenger).....38
Index551