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Door control panel
Item
Page
1
Door handle
102
2
Memory function (for stor-
ing
sea
t,
exte
rio
r m
irr
or,
and steerin
g wheel set-
tings)
128
3
Seat heat
ing*
Seat ventil
ation*
125
127
4
Seat a
djust
ment
38
Item
Page
5
Ext
eri
or mi
rror
adju
stme
nt
Mirror foldi
ng function
41,
186
189
6
Switch
es for op
ening/
clos-
ing front door w
indow
s
208
7
Overrid
e switch
for rear
passen
ger comp
artment
78
8
Switch
es for op
ening/
clos-
ing
rear
window
s
208
9
Remo
te trunk li
d switch
104
31
33
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
5
Table of Contents
5
Introduction
11
Product Information
11
Operator's Manual
12
Service and Warranty Information
12
Important Notice for California Retail Buyers and Lessees of Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
13
Maintenance
14
Roadside Assistance
14
Change of Address or Ownership
14
Operating Your Vehicle Outside the USA or Canada
15
Where to Find It
16
Symbols
17
Operating Safety
18
Proper Use of the Vehicle
18
Problems with Your Vehicle
19
Reporting Safety Defects
20
Vehicle Data Recording
21
Information Regarding Electronic Recording Devices
21
At a Glance
23
Cockpit
24
Instrument Cluster
26
Multifunction Steering Wheel
28
Center Console
29
Upper Part
29
Lower Part
30
Overhead Control Panel
31
Door Control Panel
32
Getting Started
33
Unlocking
34
Unlocking with the Smartkey
34
Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO
35
Starter Switch Positions
36
Adjusting
39
Seats
39
Steering Wheel
42
Mirrors
43
Driving
45
Fastening the Seat Belts
45
Starting the Engine
48
Switching on Headlamps
52
Turn Signals
53
Windshield Wipers
54
Problems While Driving
56
Parking and Locking
57
Parking Brake
58
Switching off Headlamps
59
Turning off the Engine
59
Locking
60
Safety and Security
61
Occupant Safety
62
Air Bags
63
Seat Belts
68
Preventive Occupant Safety (PRE-SAFE)
72
Children in the Vehicle
73
Override Switch for Rear Passenger Compartment
80
Panic Alarm
81
Activating
81
Deactivating
81
Driving Safety Systems
82
Abs
82
Bas
83
Esp
84
Four Wheel Electronic Traction System (4MATIC) with the ESP
87
Anti-Theft Systems
88
Immobilizer
88
Anti-Theft Alarm System
89
Tow-Away Alarm
91
Controls in Detail
93
Locking and Unlocking
94
Smartkey
94
Smartkey with KEYLESS-GO
98
Opening the Doors from the Inside
104
Opening the Trunk
105
Closing the Trunk
107
Trunk Lid Emergency Release
113
Power Closing Assist for Doors and Trunk Lid
114
Automatic Central Locking
114
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
115
Seats
116
Easy-Entry/Exit Feature
116
Removing and Installing Front Seat Head Restraints
118
Rear Seats
119
Rear Seat Head Restraints
122
Lumbar Support
124
Multicontour Backrest
124
Drive-Dynamic Seat
126
Seat Heating
127
Seat Ventilation
129
Memory Function
130
Storing Positions into Memory
131
Recalling Positions from Memory
131
Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position
132
Lighting
133
Exterior Lamp Switch
133
Combination Switch
137
Hazard Warning Flasher
138
Interior Lighting
139
Courtesy Lighting
141
Door Entry Lamps
141
Trunk Lighting
141
Instrument Cluster
142
Instrument Cluster Illumination
142
Coolant Temperature Gauge
143
Trip Odometer
143
Tachometer
144
Outside Temperature Indicator
144
Clock
144
Control System
145
Multifunction Display
145
Multifunction Steering Wheel
146
Menus
148
Standard Display Menu
150
AUDIO Menu
150
Call up Digital Speedometer
150
Press Button J or K Repeatedly
151
Select Radio Station
151
Select Satellite Radio* Station
151
(USA Only) Select CD Track
152
Select MP3-CD Track
152
CD Changer* Operating Mode
153
TEL Menu
155
NAVI Menu
157
Distronic* Menu
158
Trip Computer Menu
159
Vehicle Status Message Memory Menu
161
Settings Menu
162
Display Digital Speedometer
151
Automatic Transmission
175
Gear Selector Lever Position
177
Driving Tips
179
Gear Ranges
180
Automatic Shift Program
181
Gear Selector Lever One-Touch
182
Gearshifting
182
Steering Wheel Gearshift Control
183
One-Touch Gearshifting S 55 AMG
183
And S 65 AMG
183
Manual Shift Program S 55 AMG and S 65 AMG
185
Emergency Operation
187
(Limp Home Mode)
187
Good Visibility
188
Headlamp Cleaning System
188
S 55 AMG and S 65 AMG)
188
Rear View Mirrors
188
Power Folding Exterior Rear View Mirrors
190
Sun Visors
192
Rear Window Sunshade
193
Rear Side Window Sunshade
193
Automatic Climate Control
194
Deactivating the Climate Control System
197
Setting the Temperature
197
Adjusting Air Distribution
198
Adjusting Air Volume
199
Maximum Cooling MAXCOOL
199
Defrosting
199
Air Recirculation Mode
200
Charcoal Filter
202
Rear Window Defroster
203
Air Conditioning
204
Residual Heat and Ventilation
204
Ventilated Storage Compartment
205
Rear Passenger Compartment 1
206
Adjustable Air Vents
206
Rear Passenger Compartment Adjustable Air Vents
206
Rear Passenger Compartment Climate Control
207
Power Windows
210
Opening and Closing the Power
210
Windows
210
Synchronizing the Power Windows
212
Summer Opening Feature
212
Convenience Closing Feature
213
Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
214
Opening and Closing the Power
214
Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
214
Synchronizing the Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
216
Driving Systems
217
Cruise Control
217
Distronic
220
Airmatic
231
Active Body Control (ABC)
234
Parktronic System
237
(Parking Assist)
237
Loading
241
Roof Rack
241
Loading Instructions
242
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
242
Useful Features
243
Vanity Mirrors
243
Storage Compartments
244
Cup Holders
249
Ashtrays
251
Cigarette Lighters
252
Heated Steering Wheel
254
S 65 Amg)
254
Telephone
255
Tele Aid
256
Garage Door Opener
265
Infrared Reflecting Windshield
271
Operation
273
The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
274
Driving Instructions
275
Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
275
Drinking and Driving
275
Pedals
275
Power Assistance
275
Brakes
276
Driving off
278
Parking
278
Tires
279
Hydroplaning
279
Tire Traction
280
Tire Speed Rating
280
Winter Driving Instructions
281
Standing Water
282
Passenger Compartment
283
Driving Abroad
283
Control and Operation of Radio Transmitters
283
Catalytic Converter
284
Emission Control
284
Coolant Temperature
285
At the Gas Station
286
Refueling
286
Check Regularly and before a Long Trip
287
Engine Compartment
289
Hood
289
Engine Oil
290
Check Engine Oil Level
291
Transmission Fluid Level
295
Active Body Control* (ABC*) Fluid Level
295
Coolant Level
296
Battery
297
Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
298
Tires and Wheels
299
Important Guidelines
299
Tire Care and Maintenance
300
Direction of Rotation
302
Loading the Vehicle
302
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
308
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
310
Tire Labeling
315
Load Identification
319
DOT, Tire Identification Number
320
(Tin)
320
Maximum Tire Load
321
Maximum Tire Inflation Pressure
322
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.S. Vehicles)
322
Tire Ply Material
324
Tire and Loading Terminology
325
Rotating Tires
328
Winter Driving
329
Winter Tires
329
Block Heater (Canada Only)
330
Snow Chains
330
Maintenance
331
Clearing the Maintenance Service Indicator
332
Maintenance Service Term Exceeded
332
Calling up the Maintenance Service Indicator
332
Call up Maintenance Service
332
Resetting the Maintenance Service Indicator
333
Vehicle Care
334
Cleaning and Care of Vehicle
334
Practical Hints
341
What to Do if
342
Lamps in Instrument Cluster
342
Lamp in Center Console
350
Vehicle Status Messages in the Multifunction Display
351
Where will I Find
386
First Aid Kit
386
Vehicle Jack, Vehicle Tool Kit, Luggage Bowl, Spare Wheel
386
Unlocking/Locking in an Emergency
390
Unlocking the Vehicle
390
Locking the Vehicle
391
Fuel Filler Flap
392
Opening/Closing in an Emergency
393
Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
393
Replacing Smartkey Batteries
394
Smartkey
394
Smartkey with KEYLESS-GO
395
Replacing Bulbs
396
Bulbs
397
Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps
399
Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps
401
Replacing Wiper Blades
403
Removing Wiper Blades
403
Installing Wiper Blades
404
Flat Tire
405
Preparing the Vehicle
405
Mounting the Spare Wheel
405
Battery
410
Disconnecting the Battery
411
Removing the Battery
411
Charging and Reinstalling the Battery
411
Reconnecting the Battery
412
Jump Starting
413
Towing the Vehicle
415
Installing Towing Eye Bolt
417
Fuses
418
Aids for Replacing Fuses
418
Fuse Boxes in Passenger Compartment
419
Fuse Boxes in Engine Compartment
420
Technical Data
421
Parts Service
422
Warranty Coverage
423
Loss of Service and Warranty
423
Information Booklet
423
Identification Labels
424
Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive
425
S 430/S 500 (All Models)
425
S 55 Amg
425
S 600 and S 65 AMG
425
Engine
426
Rims and Tires
428
Same Size Tires
429
Mixed Size Tires
431
Spare Wheel
432
Electrical System
433
Main Dimensions and Weights
434
Main Dimensions
434
Weights
434
Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
435
Capacities
435
Engine Oils
437
Engine Oil Additives
437
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
437
Brake Fluid
437
Premium Unleaded Gasoline
438
Fuel Requirements
438
Gasoline Additives
439
Coolants
439
Windshield and Headlamp Washer
442
System
442
Technical Terms
443
Index
451
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S 430
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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