2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SL CLASS warning

General notes
The multimedia system section in this Opera-tor's Manual describes the basic principles foroperation. More information can be found inthe Digital Operator's Manual.
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you operate information systems and com-
munication equipment integrated in the
vehicle when driving, you may be distracted
from the traffic situation. You could also
lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of
an accident.
Only operate this equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that
this is possible, park the vehicle paying
attention to traffic conditions and operate
the equipment when the vehicle is station-
ary.
You must observe the legal requirements forthe country in which you are currently drivingwhen operating the multimedia system.
The multimedia system calculates the route tothe destination without taking the followinginto account, for example:
Rtraffic lights
Rstop and yield signs
Rparking or stopping restrictions
Rroad narrowing
Rother road and traffic rules and regulations
The multimedia system may give incorrect nav-igation recommendations if the actual street/traffic situation does not correspond with thedigital map's data.
For example:
Ra diverted route
Rthe road layout or the direction of a one-waystreet has been changed
For this reason, you must always observe roadand traffic rules and regulations during yourjourney. Road and traffic rules and regulationsalways have priority over multimedia systemdriving recommendations.
Navigation announcements are intended todirect you while driving without diverting yourattention from the road and driving.
Please always use this feature instead of con-sulting the map display for directions. Lookingat the icons or map display can distract youfrom traffic conditions and driving, andincrease the risk of an accident.
This equipment complies with FCC radiationexposure limits set forth for uncontrolledequipment and meets the FCC radio frequency(RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C toOET65.
This equipment has very low levels of RFenergy that is deemed to comply without maxi-mum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE).However, it is recommended to install it at adistance of at least 8 inches (approx. 20 cm)between the radiation source and a person'sbody (not including limbs such as hands,wrists, feet and legs).
GWARNING
Modifications to electronic components,
their software as well as wiring can impair
their function and/or the function of other
networked components. In particular, sys-
tems relevant to safety could also be affec-
ted. As a result, these may no longer func-
tion as intended and/or jeopardize the oper-
ating safety of the vehicle. There is an
increased risk of an accident and injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as elec-
tronic components or their software. You
should have all work to electrical and elec-
tronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Function restrictions
For safety reasons, some functions are restric-ted or unavailable while the vehicle is inmotion. You will notice this, for example,because either you will not be able to selectcertain menu items or a message will appearto this effect.
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Favorites button
You can assign predefined functions using the}favorites button and call them up bypressing the button (Ypage 245).
Favorites
Calling up and exiting favorites
XTo call up:press the}button on thecontroller.
XSelect a favorite, e.g.VehicleVehicle.The favorites are displayed.
XTo exit:press the}button again.
Adding favorites
Adding predefined favorites
XPress the}button.
XSlide6the controller.
XSelectReassignReassign.The categories are displayed.
XSelect a category.The favorites are displayed.
XSelect a favorite.
XTo add the favorite to the desired position,turn and press the controller.If a favorite has already been added at thisposition, it will be overwritten.
Adding your own favorites
You can add climate control as a favorite, forexample.
XSelectVehicleVehicle{Vehicle SettingsVehicle Settings.
XPress and hold the}button until thefavorites are displayed.
XAdd a favorite to the desired position.If a favorite has already been added at thisposition, it will be overwritten.
Navigation mode
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you operate information systems and com-
munication equipment integrated in the
vehicle when driving, you may be distracted
from the traffic situation. You could also
lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of
an accident.
Only operate this equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that
this is possible, park the vehicle paying
attention to traffic conditions and operate
the equipment when the vehicle is station-
ary.
You must observe the legal requirements forthe country in which you are currently drivingwhen operating the navigation system.
General notes
Among other things, correct functioning of thenavigation system depends on GPS reception.In certain situations, GPS reception may beimpaired, there may be interference or theremay be no reception at all, e.g. in tunnels orparking garages.
Further information can be found in the DigitalOperator's Manual.
Selecting a route type and route
options
Multimedia system:
XSelectNaviNavi{NavigationNavigation.The map shows the vehicle's current posi-tion.
XSlide6the controller.
XSelectOptionsOptions{Route SettingsRoute Settings.
Notes for route types:
REco RouteEco Route
RDynamic Traffic RouteDynamic Traffic Route
Traffic reports on the route for the routeguidance are taken into account (not availa-ble in all countries).
RDynamic TRF. Route After RequestDynamic TRF. Route After Request
You can decide whether or not current traf-fic reports should be included in the routecalculation (not available in all countries).
RCalculate Alternative RoutesCalculate Alternative Routes
Different routes are being calculated. Inorder to do so, instead ofStartStart, select themenu itemContinueContinue.
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displayed (see the manufacturer's operatinginstructions).
Media mode
General notes
If you wish to play external media sources, theappropriate media mode must already beturned on. Further information on media mode(see the Digital Operator's Manual).
The following external media sources can beused:
RApple®devices (e.g. iPhone®)
RUSB devices (e.g. USB stick, MP3 player)(Ypage 248)
RCD
RDVD (COMAND)
RSD cards
RVia devices connected by Bluetooth®
iInformation on single CD/DVD drive orDVD changer (see the Digital Operator'sManual).
Selecting using the device list
Multimedia system:
XSelectMediaMedia{DevicesDevices.The available media sources will be shown.The;dot indicates the current setting.
XSelect the media source.Playable files are played.
Inserting/removing an SD card
Important safety notes
GWARNING
SD cards are small parts. They can be swal-
lowed and cause choking. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Keep the SD card out of the reach of chil-
dren. If a SD card is swallowed, seek medi-
cal attention immediately.
!If the SD card is no longer in use, youshould take it out and remove it from thevehicle. High temperatures can damage thecard.
Inserting an SD card
The SD card slot is located on the controlpanel.
XInsert the SD card into the SD card slot untilthe SD card engages. The side with the con-tacts must face down.
Removing an SD card
XPress the SD card.The SD card is ejected.
XRemove the SD card.
Connecting USB devices
XConnect the USB device to the USB port.
There are two USB ports in the stowagespace under the armrest.
XSelect the media source (Ypage 248).
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Stowage areas
Stowage spaces
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In
addition, cup holders, open stowage spaces
and mobile phone brackets cannot always
retain all objects they contain. There is a
risk of injury, particularly in the event of sud-
den braking or a sudden change in direction.
RAlways stow objects so that they cannot
be thrown around in such situations.
RAlways make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or
stowage nets.
RClose the lockable stowage spaces before
starting a journey.
RAlways stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-
ted, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects
in the trunk.
Glove compartment
XTo open:pull handleCand open glove boxflapD.
XTo close:fold glove box flapDup until itengages.
In the glove box, there are a coin holder, amap holder and a pen holder.
iThe glove box can be ventilated(Ypage 123).
The glove box can be locked and unlockedusing the mechanical key.
XTo lock:insert the mechanical key into thelock and turn it to positionH.
XTo unlock:insert the mechanical key intothe lock and turn it to positionG.
Stowage compartment/telephone
compartment under the armrest
XTo open:press buttonC.AmrestDfolds out.
In the stowage compartment, there is a stow-age tray.
iDepending on the vehicle equipment, aUSB port and a Media Interface is installedin the stowage compartment. A Media Inter-face is a universal interface for mobile audio
equipment, e.g. for an iPod®or MP3 Player .
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Stowage compartment in the rear
passenger compartment
Only the left side of the vehicle features a rearstowage compartment.
XOpen the seat belt guide and remove theseat belt (Ypage 99).
XMove the left-hand front seat forward(Ypage 100) and fold the seat backrestforward.
XTo open:press release buttonD.CoverCfolds up.
XTo close:fold down coverCand let itengage.
XFold back the seat backrest of the left-handfront seat and move the seat back(Ypage 100).
XInsert the seat belt back into the seat beltguide.
Stowage net
There is a stowage netCin the front-passenger footwell.
Loading aid in the trunk
Raising/lowering the roof
GWARNING
Body parts can become trapped when the
roof is being raised or lowered. There is a
risk of injury.
When raising or lowering the roof, make
sure that no parts of the body are in the
vicinity of moving parts. Press the switch
again if someone becomes trapped.
!Only close the trunk once the roof is low-ered completely. Otherwise, you could dam-age the roof.
If you close the trunk lid before the roof islowered completely, the loading aid switchlights up and a warning tone sounds.
To make it easier to load your luggage, youcan raise the stowed roof after you haveopened the trunk lid.
You can only raise roofDwhen the trunk lidis fully open.
XTo raise the roof:press switchC.RoofDis raised slightly and trunk partition

Cup holder in the center console
XTo open:open the stowage compartment(Ypage 250).
XTo remove the insert:slide catchesCinwards in the direction of the arrow.
XRemove the cup holder insert upwards.
XTo re-install the insert:place the insert inthe stowage space.
XSlide catchesCoutwards in the directionof the arrow until they engage.
You can remove the cup holder's rubber matfor cleaning. Clean with clear, lukewarm wateronly.
ReducerDcan be removed. Large and smallcontainers can then be placed in the cupholder.
XTo remove:grasp reducerDand pullupwards in the direction of the arrow.
XTo insert:insert reducerDinto the cupholder in the opposite direction of the arrowand press it down firmly.
Bottle holder
Observe the "Important safety notes" in the"Stowage compartments" section(Ypage 249).
XTo open:open the stowage compartment(Ypage 250).
XTo remove the insert:slide catchesCinwards in the direction of the arrow.
XLift bottle holder insertDup and remove.
XTo re-install the insert:place insertDinthe stowage compartment.
XSlide catchesCoutwards in the directionof the arrow until they engage.
The bottle holder does not secure the bottles;it merely prevents them from tipping over.
Sun visors
Overview
GWARNING
If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is fol-
ded up when the vehicle is in motion, you
could be blinded by incident light. There is a
risk of an accident.
Always keep the mirror cover folded down
while driving.
CMirror light
DBracket
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garage door opener, contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center.
Alternatively, you can call the following tele-phone assistance services:
RUSA:Mercedes-Benz Customer AssistanceCenter at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
RCanada:Customer Service at1-800-387-0100
RHomeLink®hotline 1-800-355-3515 (free ofcharge)
More information on HomeLink®and/or com-patible products is also available online athttp://www.homelink.com.
Notes on the declaration of conformity(Ypage 27).
USA: FCC ID: CB2HMIHL4
Canada: IC: 279B-HMIHL4
Important safety notes
GWARNING
When you operate or program the door with
the integrated garage door opener, persons
in the range of movement of the door may
become trapped or be struck by the door.
There is a risk of injury.
When using the integrated garage door
opener, always make sure that nobody is
within the range of movement of the door.
GDANGER
Combustion engines emit poisonous
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
Inhaling these exhaust gases is hazardous to
health and can result in poisoning. There is a
risk of fatal injury. Therefore, never leave the
engine running an enclosed space without
adequate ventilation.
Programming
Programming the buttons
Pay attention to the "Important safety notes"(Ypage 260).
Garage door remote control

Engine compartment
Hood
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If the hood is unlatched, it may open up
when the vehicle is in motion and block your
view. There is a risk of an accident.
Never unlatch the hood while driving. Before
every trip, ensure that the hood is locked.
GWARNING
When opening and closing the hood, it may
suddenly fall into the closed position. There
is a risk of injury to persons within range of
movement of the hood.
Open and close the hood only when no one
is within its range of movement.
GWARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
GWARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or start
again suddenly when the ignition is off.
There is a risk of injury.
If you need to do any work inside the engine
compartment:
Rswitch off the ignition
Rnever reach into the area where there is a
risk of danger from moving components,
such as the fan rotation area
Rremove jewelry and watches
Rkeep items of clothing and hair, for exam-
ple, away from moving parts
To ensure the flow of fresh air through the airvents into the vehicle interior, please observethe following notes: (Ypage 122)
Opening the hood
GWARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, 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.
GWARNING
When the hood is open and the windshield
wipers are set in motion, you can be injured
by the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers and
the ignition before opening the hood.
!Make sure that the windshield wipers arenot folded away from the windshield. Youcould otherwise damage the windshield wip-ers or the hood.
XMake sure that the windshield wipers areturned off.
XPull release leverCon the hood.The hood is released.
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