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Mercedes-Benz 1998 SL 500 User Manual

Mercedes-Benz 1998 SL 500
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Mercedes-Benz
SL Operator's Manual
SL
500
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600
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Mercedes-Benz 1998 SL 500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMercedes-Benz
Model1998 SL 500
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operator's Manual

Service and Warranty Information

Details on vehicle warranties and service procedures.

Important Notice for California Buyers

Maintenance

Guidance on vehicle maintenance schedules and procedures.

Roadside Assistance

Information on how to obtain help in case of vehicle breakdown.

First 1000 Miles (Break-in Period)

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Cluster

Detailed explanation of the gauges and indicators on the instrument panel.

Indicator Lamp Symbols

Meanings of various warning and indicator lights on the dashboard.

Starting and Turning Off the Engine

Operation

Automatic Climate Control

How to use and adjust the automatic climate control system.

Doors

Central Locking System

How the central locking system and automatic locking features work.

Power Seats

Adjusting

How to adjust the seat cushion, backrest, and head restraint.

Storing Position in Memory

How to save and recall seat, mirror, and steering column positions.

Seat Belts and SRS

Seat Belts

Information on seat belt usage and safety precautions.

Fastening of Seat Belts

Infants and Child Restraint Systems

BabySmart™ Airbag Deactivation System

How the system deactivates the passenger airbag for compatible child seats.

Self-Test BabySmart™

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

Explanation of how airbags and seat belts work together for safety.

Airbags

Front Airbags

Information on the deployment conditions for front airbags.

Side Impact Airbags

Information on the deployment conditions for side impact airbags.

Exterior Rear View Mirrors

Storing Mirror Positions in Memory

Saving and recalling exterior mirror positions with seat memory.

Power Windows

Express Opening of Door Windows

Using the express function to open windows automatically.

Roll Bar

Hardtop or Panorama Roof (Optional)

Removing Hardtop (or optional Panorama Roof)

Step-by-step guide to safely remove the hardtop.

Attaching Hardtop

Soft Top

Wind Screen

Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the wind screen.

Drinking and Driving

Automatic Transmission

Program Mode Selector Switch

Cruise Control

Charge Indicator Lamp

Engine Oil Pressure Gauge

Low Engine Oil Level Warning Lamp

Coolant Temperature Gauge

Low Engine Coolant Level Warning Lamp

Roll Bar Warning Lamp

Seat Belt and Backrest Lock Warning Lamp

Brake Warning Lamp

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

ABS Control

How the ABS system is monitored and what malfunctions indicate.

Brake Assist System (BAS)

BAS Control

How BAS, ASR, and ESP malfunctions are indicated.

Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR)

ASR Control Switch

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

ESP Control Switch

How to activate and deactivate the ESP system.

Adaptive Damping System (ADS)

Level Control System

On-Board Diagnostic System

Winter Driving

Checking Coolant Level

Checking Engine Oil Level

Vehicle Jack

Tire Replacement

Changing Wheels

Tire Inflation Pressure

Exterior Lamps

Headlamp Adjustment

Importance and procedure for correct headlamp aiming.

Replacing Bulbs

Adjusting Headlamp

Battery

Fuses

Jump Starting

Towing the Vehicle

Warning!

Safety warnings about towing with the engine off, affecting braking and steering.

Seat Belts

Testing Remote Control

Raising Soft Top Manually

Technical Data

Warranty Coverage

Technical Data SL 500

Technical Data SL 600

Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. - Capacities

Engine Oils

Brake Fluid

Premium Unleaded Gasoline

Coolants

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