Name: Mercedes-Benz 2003 SL 500
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
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Overhead control panel

Item Page

1 Left reading lamp on/off 106

2 Temperature sensor for

automatic climate control

147

3 Right reading lamp on/off 106

4 Interior lighting control 106

5 Hands-free microphone

for Tele Aid (emergency

call system), telephone*

and voice control system*

(see separate operating

instructions)

199

6 Rear view mirror 35,

145

7 Garage door opener 208

8 Tele Aid (emergency call

system) button

200

Table of Contents3
Introduction7
Product Information7
Operator's Manual8
- Service and Warranty Information8
- Important Notice for California Retail Buyers and Lessees of Mercedes-Benz Automobiles9
- Maintenance10
- Roadside Assistance10
- Change of Address or Ownership10
- Operating Your Vehicle Outside the USA or Canada11
Where to Find It12
Symbols13
Operating Safety14
- Proper Use of the Vehicle14
Problems with Your Vehicle15
Reporting Safety Defects16
At a Glance17
Cockpit18
Instrument Cluster20
Multifunction Steering Wheel22
Center Console23
- Upper Part23
- Lower Part24
Overhead Control Panel25
Door Control Panel26
Getting Started27
Unlocking28
- Unlocking with the Smartkey28
- Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO30
Adjusting32
- Seats32
- Steering Wheel34
- Mirrors35
Driving37
- Fastening the Seat Belts37
- Starting the Engine39
- Switching on Headlamps43
Turn Signals and High Beam43
- Windshield Wipers44
- Problems While Driving45
Parking and Locking47
- Parking Brake47
- Switching off Headlamps48
- Turning off Engine with the Key48
- Turning off Engine with KEYLESS-GO49
- Emergency Engine Shut-Down50
Safety and Security51
Occupant Safety52
- Airbags53
- Seat Belts58
- Roll Bar61
- Children in the Vehicle62
Panic Alarm67
- Activating67
- Deactivating67
Driving Safety Systems68
- Abs68
- Bas69
- Esp70
- SBC Brake System72
Anti-Theft Systems75
- Immobilizer75
- Anti-Theft Alarm System75
- Tow-Away Alarm77
Controls in Detail79
- Locking and Unlocking80
- Keys80
- KEYLESS-GO Card84
- Opening the Doors from the Inside89
- Opening the Trunk from the Inside89
- Trunk Lid Emergency Release90
- Closing the Trunk Lid91
- Automatic Central Locking91
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside92
Seats93
- Lumbar Support93
- Multicontour Backrest93
- Moving the Seats Forward and Backward95
- Seat Ventilation96
- Seat Heater97
Memory Function99
- Storing Positions into Memory100
- Recalling Positions from Memory100
- Storing Parking Position100
Lighting102
- Exterior Lamp Switch102
- Combination Switch104
- Hazard Warning Flasher105
- Interior Lighting106
- Courtesy Lighting107
Instrument Cluster108
- Instrument Cluster Illumination108
- Coolant Temperature Gauge108
- Trip Odometer109
- Tachometer109
- Outside Temperature Indicator109
Control System110
- Multifunction Display110
- Multifunction Steering Wheel111
- Menus113
- Standard Display Menu115
- AUDIO Menu115
- NAVI Menu117
- Distronic* Menu117
- Malfunction Memory Menu118
- Settings Menu119
- Function Page122
- Instrument Cluster Submenu122
- Lighting Submenu124
- Vehicle Submenu127
- Convenience Submenu129
- Trip Computer Menu131
- TEL Menu133
Automatic Transmission137
- One-Touch Gearshifting138
- Gear Ranges139
- Gear Selector Lever Position140
- Program Mode Selector Switch141
- Accelerator Position142
- Steering Wheel Gearshift Control (Speedshift) and Manual Shift Program SL 55 AMG142
- Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)144
Good Visibility145
- Rear View Mirror145
- Headlamp Cleaning System146
- Rear Window Defroster146
- Sun Visors146
Automatic Climate Control147
- Setting the Temperature149
- Adjusting Air Volume150
- Adjusting Air Distribution151
- Maximum Cooling MAXCOOL151
- Defrosting151
- Air Recirculation Mode152
- Rear Window Defroster153
- Residual Heat and Ventilation154
- Deactivating the Automatic Climate Control System154
- Air Conditioning155
- Ventilated Storage Compartments156
Power Windows157
- Opening and Closing the Windows157
Retractable Hardtop159
- Opening and Closing the Retractable Hardtop159
Driving Systems168
- Cruise Control168
- Distronic171
- Active Body Control (ABC)183
- Parktronic System186
Useful Features190
- Interior Storage Spaces190
- Ashtray196
- Cigarette Lighter197
- Heated Steering Wheel* (Canada Only-Model SL 500)197
- Easy-Pack Load Assist in the Trunk198
- Electrical Outlet199
- Telephone199
- Tele Aid200
- Information Button205
- Garage Door Opener208
Operation213
The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)214
Driving Instructions215
- Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel215
- Drinking and Driving215
- Pedals215
- Power Assistance216
- Brakes216
- Driving off218
- Parking218
- Tires219
- Hydroplaning219
- Tire Traction220
- Tire Speed Rating220
- Winter Driving Instructions221
- Standing Water222
- Passenger Compartment222
- Driving Abroad222
- Control and Operation of Radio Trans- Mitters222
- Catalytic Converter223
- Emission Control224
- Coolant Temperature224
At the Gas Station225
- Check Regularly and before a Long Trip226
Engine Compartment227
- Hood227
- Engine Oil228
- Transmission Fluid Level230
- Oil Level in the ABC System230
- Coolant230
- Battery232
- Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System233
Tires and Wheels234
- Important Guidelines234
- Life of Tires235
- Direction of Rotation235
- Checking Tire Inflation Pressure235
- Rotating Wheels238
Winter Driving239
- Winter Tires239
- Block Heater (Canada Only)240
- Snow Chains240
Maintenance241
- Clearing the Service Indicator241
- Service Term Exceeded241
- Calling up the Service Indicator242
- Resetting the Service Indicator242
Vehicle Care243
- Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle243
Practical Hints249
What to Do if250
- Lamps in Instrument Cluster250
- Messages in the Display257
Where will I Find288
- First Aid Kit288
- Vehicle Tool Kit288
Locking/Unlocking in an Emergency290
- Unlocking the Vehicle290
- Locking the Vehicle292
- Lowering the Easy Pack Feature Manually292
- Changing Batteries293
Replacing Bulbs295
- Bulbs295
- Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps298
- Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps299
Replacing Wiper Blades301
- Removing301
- Installing301
Flat Tire302
- Preparing the Vehicle302
- Sealing Tires with TIREFIT Kit 1302
- Sealing Tires with TIREFIT Kit 2308
- Mounting the Spare Wheel312
Batteries319
- Disconnecting the Batteries320
- Removing the Batteries321
- Charging and Reinstalling Batteries321
- Reconnecting the Batteries321
Jump Starting323
Towing the Vehicle325
- Installing Towing Eye Bolt327
Fuses329
- Main Fuse Box329
Technical Data331
Spare Parts Service332
Warranty Coverage333
- Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet333
Identification Labels334
Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive335
- Sl 55 Amg335
Engine336
Rims and Tires337
- Same Size Tires337
- Mixed Size Tires338
- Spare Wheel338
Electrical System339
Main Dimensions340
Weights341
Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc342
- Capacities342
- Engine Oils343
- Engine Oil Additives343
- Air Conditioner Refrigerant343
- Brake Fluid343
- Premium Unleaded Gasoline344
- Fuel Requirements344
- Gasoline Additives344
- Coolants345
- Windshield and Headlamp Washer System347
Consumer Information348
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading348
- Technical Terms351
Index357

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Brand	Mercedes-Benz
Model	2003 SL 500
Category	Automobile
Language	English