Vehicle identification numbers Vehicle identification number (VIN) Nameplate (S420, S500) Body number, paint color number (S600) Engine number (S280, S320: in the direction of travel, front right,...
Purchase of spare parts An important role in the repair work is played by the use of spare parts and consumables of high quality, designed specifically for your car. In general, spare parts can...
Jacking and towing a car Jacking The car jack is located in an additional compartment under the boot floor, next to the spare wheel. To transfer the jack to the working position, remove it from...
Starting the engine from an auxiliary power source Using an auxiliary power source will help to start the engine in an emergency, but then the cause of the battery discharge should be identified and corrected. The most...
Vehicle troubleshooting The description of diagnostics of electronic control systems and diagnostic codes are given in the Chapter Engine electrical equipment . This Section proposes the...
Main vehicle specifications Fuel grades See Specifications for Chapter Power and exhaust systems . Fuel tank volume, l Models without ski bag Full capacity about 88 Including fuel reserve around 11...
Remote control and special functions Main remote control single lock with folding key (2 pcs) 1 - Remote control buttons 2 - Folding key release button 3 - Infrared emitter 4 - Control LED of the batteries...
Unlocking the driver's door with the key In an emergency, if the remote control fails, the driver's door of the car can be unlocked using the folding / retractable key built into the remote control, first...
Access to luggage compartment The latch of the luggage compartment lid lock is equipped with a closing mechanism that ensures smooth and shock-free operation when closing. Releasing the lid latch...
Access to the fuel tank filler neck If the fuel filler cap latch release device fails to operate from the remote control/console switch (see Section Single lock ) open the luggage compartment lid, move the...
Access to the underhood space The hood release lever handle is located on the left under the dashboard of the car. When pulling the handle towards you, the hood should rise slightly. After releasing...
Access to the main glove box and glasses compartment The main glove box is built into the right side of the vehicle's instrument panel. On models without a trip computer, in the upper part of the central section of the...
Anti-theft system Anti-theft alarm The anti-theft system is activated approximately 15 seconds after the car is locked using the remote control and is accompanied by the activation of the...
Elements of security systems General information All cars considered in this Guide are equipped with a set of tools designed to protect the driver and passengers in the event of a traffic accident....
Seat adjustment Front seats General information The seat must be installed in a position that provides the driver with maximum comfort when operating the pedals, steering wheel and...
Supplemental Security System (SRS) Among the devices and components that form the additional security system (SRS) includes: a) two front (frontal) airbags are standard. The driver's airbag module is...
Danger of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning Danger of carbon monoxide poisoning (SO) Engine exhaust gases contain highly toxic carbon monoxide (SO). With a working exhaust system and proper operation of the car,...
Dashboard — general information The layout of the controls on the dashboard of the car 1 - Switch for selecting the operating modes of external lighting / signaling devices; 2 - Headlight range...
Controls and interior equipment Switches located on the steering column Combination switch Switching the operating modes of the headlights (near/far light) and activation of direction indicators...
Luggage compartment equipment Note. The battery is traditionally placed for Mercedes cars in a special niche on the right in the luggage compartment. Warning triangle The warning triangle is attached...
Top rack installation Attach the roof rack only to the standard attachment points, strictly follow the manufacturer's instructions. The maximum allowable roof load is 100 kg.
Automated air conditioning system (climate control) General information Standard on all models, the automated air conditioning system operates only when the engine is running. When selecting economy mode (EC), the cooling...
Independent heater Note. It is not allowed to activate an independent heater in the territories of gas stations and inside enclosed spaces that are not equipped with forced ventilation. In...