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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL User Manual

Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
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Mercedes-Benz
SL Operator's Manual
300 SL
500 SL
600 SL

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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Specifications

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BrandMercedes-Benz
Model300 SL
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SL Operator's Manual

Product Information

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Cluster

Description of gauges and indicators like fuel, coolant, oil pressure, speed, and tachometer.

Indicator Lamp Symbols

Explanation of various warning and indicator lamps and their meanings.

Starting and Turning off the Engine

Driving Instructions

Brakes

Guidance on using brakes during descents, heavy rain, and parking brake maintenance.

Parking

Winter Driving Instructions

Operation

Automatic Climate Control

Operation and settings for the automatic climate control system.

Car Keys

Details on master, valet, and flat keys, including remote control functions.

Central Locking System

How to lock and unlock doors and trunk from inside and outside.

Power Seats

Instructions for adjusting power seats, including memory functions.

Seat Belts and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

Information on seat belts, SRS, and warnings about proper usage.

Fastening of Seat Belts

Step-by-step guide on how to fasten seat belts correctly.

Airbags

Explanation of airbag system components, operation, and SRS indicator lamp.

Safety Guidelines for the Seat Belt, Emergency Tensioning Retractor and Airbag

Infants and Child Restraint Systems

Steering Lock

Combination Switch

Exterior Lamp Switch

Exterior Rear View Mirrors

Inside Rear View Mirror, Electrically Adjustable

Storage Compartment (Eyeglasses Compartment) in the Dashboard

Console Storage Compartments

Interior Lighting

Rear Window Defroster

Power Windows

Roll Bar

Hardtop

Removing Hardtop

Step-by-step instructions for removing the hardtop.

Attaching Hardtop

Soft Top

Lowering Soft Top

Procedure for lowering the soft top, including safety precautions.

Raising Soft Top

Procedure for raising the soft top, including safety precautions.

Wind Screen

Driving

Drinking and Driving

Warnings about the dangers of drinking and driving.

Parking Brake

Instructions for engaging and releasing the parking brake.

Manual Transmission

Explanation of gearshift lever positions and recommended shift points.

Automatic Transmission

How the automatic transmission selects gears and important notes on parking.

Cruise Control

Instructions on how to use cruise control, including setting, canceling, and resuming speed.

Charge Indicator Lamp

Engine Oil Pressure Gauge with Oil Pressure Warning Lamp

Low Engine Oil Level Warning Lamp

Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp

Coolant Temperature Gauge

Low Engine Coolant Level Warning Lamp

Low Windshield and Headlamp Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp

Roll Bar Warning Lamp

Seat Belt and Backrest Lock Warning Lamp

Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Lamp

Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp

Brake Warning Lamp

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Automatic Locking Differential (ASD)

Acceleration Slip Control (ASR)

Driving with Snow Chains

Adaptive Damping System (ADS)

Emission Control

On Board Diagnostic System

Winter Driving

Snow Chains

Practical Hints

Checking Coolant Level

How to visually check the coolant level and add coolant if necessary.

Tire Inflation Pressure

Important information and warnings about tire inflation pressure.

Jump Starting

Step-by-step instructions for jump starting a vehicle with jumper cables.

Locking Soft Top Manually

Procedure for manually locking the soft top in case of malfunction.

Locking Hardtop Manually

Procedure for manually locking the hardtop in case of malfunction.

Technical Data 300 SL

Specifications for the 300 SL model, including engine, electrical system, and tires.

Technical Data 500 SL

Specifications for the 500 SL model, including engine, electrical system, and tires.

Technical Data 600 SL

Specifications for the 600 SL model, including engine, electrical system, and tires.

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedure for reporting safety defects to NHTSA and Mercedes-Benz.

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