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Rif the vehicle is carrying a light load, e.g. two passengers without luggage, do not allow the engine to rev above 3000 rpm.
Rif the vehicle is fully loaded or is being
operated in mountainous terrain, do not depress the accelerator pedal further than Ô of the pedal travel.
Only refuel using premium-grade unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 91.
Reformulated Gasoline (RFG) and/or unleaded gasoline with additives can be used. The concentration of additives in the fuel, however, must not exceed 10 %, e.g.:
REthanol
RTAME
RETBE
RIPA
RTBA
For MTBE, the concentration should not exceed 15 %.
The concentration of methanol in gasoline, including other additives, must not exceed 3 %.
Using mixtures of methanol and ethanol is not permitted. Gasohol, a mixture of 10 % ethanol and 90 % unleaded gasoline, may be used.
All of these mix fuels must fulfill the fuel requirements, e.g.:
Rknock resistance
Rboiling point
Rvapor pressure
Information on refueling (Y page 321).
Additives ! Do not refuel with low-grade fuel and do not use fuel additives that are not tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Damage to or malfunctions of the fuel system may otherwise occur.
One of the main problems of poor fuel quality is the forming of deposits that are created during the gasoline combustion process. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use branded fuels that have additives.
If you use fuels without these additives over a longer period of time, carbon deposits may build up. These deposits form at the inlet valves and in the combustion chamber in particular.
This could lead to engine problems, e.g.:
Rlonger engine warm-up phase
Runeven idle
Rengine noise
Rmisfiring
Rloss of power
Carbon deposits may form if the availability of gasoline with relevant additives is insufficient (in certain regions). In this case, Mercedes-Benz recommends additives approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles; see http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
For a list of approved products, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Comply with the instructions for use on the product label.
Do not mix other fuel additives with fuel. This causes unnecessary costs and could damage the engine.
You will usually find information about the fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the label on the pump, ask the staff for assistance.
Diesel
Fuel grade
i For further information, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
G WARNING Do not use gasoline to refuel vehicles with a diesel engine. Never mix diesel with gasoline. This causes damage to the fuel system and
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engine and could result in the vehicle catching fire.
Low outside temperatures i Diesel fuel with improved cold flow
! Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL (ULSD, 15 ppm maximum sulfur content) that meets the ASTM D975 standard. If you do not refuel with ULSD, you may damage the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system of the vehicle.
! Do not use gasoline to refuel vehicles with a diesel engine. Do not mix diesel fuel with gasoline, kerosene or paraffin. This may otherwise result in damage to the fuel system and engine.
You will usually find information about the fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the label on the pump, ask the staff for assistance.
i For further information, consult a
qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Information on refueling (Y page 321).
Bio-diesel - FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)
Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of bio- diesel B5 for all BlueTEC diesel engines. The concentration of bio-diesel in the ULSD may not exceed 5 %by volume.
Pure biodiesel and diesel fuel with a higher percentage of biodiesel, such as B20, can damage the engine and the fuel system. For this reason, they are not approved.
For more information, consult the gas station staff. The bio-diesel B5 label on the gasoline pump must clearly state that the standard for ULSD has been fulfilled. If the label is not clear, do not refuel the vehicle.
Do not refuel your vehicle with fuels unless they have been approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Information on refueling (Y page 321).
properties is available during the winter months. Further information about fuel properties can be obtained from oil companies, e.g. at gas stations.
Flow improver
To improve the low-temperature resistance of diesel fuel, a flow improver can be attached. The effectiveness of a flow improver is not guaranteed for every fuel.
Only use flow improvers tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. During use, please observe the information on operation.
Correct dosage and sufficient mixing are decisive in improving low-temperature resistance with the flow improver. Overdosage can potentially even decrease low-temperature resistance and must therefore be avoided. Follow the manufacturer's guidelines on dosage.
Mix the additive into the diesel in good time, before the flow characteristics of the diesel become insufficient. Otherwise, malfunctions can arise through heating the fuel system, e.g. through parking in a heated garage.
More information about recommended flow improvers can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop.
DEF
Please bear the following in mind
DEF is a non-flammable, non-toxic, colorless, odorless and water-soluble fluid.
High outside temperatures
G WARNING If you open the DEF tank cap, small amounts of ammonia vapor may be released. This depends in particular upon the age of the DEF.
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Ammonia vapors have a pungent odor and are particularly irritating to:
Rskin
Rmucous membranes
Reyes
You may experience a burning sensation in your eyes, nose and throat, as well as coughing and watering of the eyes.
Do not inhale any ammonia vapors that may be released. Fill the DEF tank only in well- ventilated areas.
Low outside temperatures
DEF freezes at a temperature of approximately 12 ‡ (-11 †). The vehicle is equipped with a DEF preheating system when it leaves the factory. Winter operation is therefore also guaranteed at temperatures below 12 ‡ (-11 †).
Additives
! Only use DEF in accordance with ISO
22241. Do not use additives with DEF and do not dilute DEF with water. This may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system.
Purity
! Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other
service products, cleaning agents or dust) lead to:
Rincreased emission values
Rdamage to the catalytic converter
Rengine damage
Rmalfunctions in the BlueTEC exhaust gas
aftertreatment system
Assuring the purity of DEF is particularly important with respect to avoiding malfunctions in the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system.
If DEF is pumped out of the DEF tank, e.g. during repair work, it must not be returned to the tank. The purity of the fluid can no longer be guaranteed.
Total capacity of the DEF tank
Model
Total capacity
S 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC
6.6 US gal
(25.0 l)
Engine oil
Points to note
! Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a specification other than is necessary to fulfill the prescribed service intervals. Do not change the engine oil or oil filter in order to achieve longer replacement intervals than those prescribed. You could otherwise cause engine damage or damage to the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Follow the instructions in the service interval display regarding the oil change. Otherwise, you may damage the engine and the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
The engine oils are matched to the performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vehicles with maintenance systems.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or visit the website http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
The table shows which engine oils have been approved for your vehicle.
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Model
Engine
MB
model
Approval
S 55031
278
229.5
Engine oil viscosity
S 550 4MATIC31
S 600
S 63 AMG32
S 65 AMG32
S 350 BlueTEC
4MATIC
275
157
275
642
228.51, 229.31, 229.51
i MB approval is indicated on the oil
containers.
Filling capacities
The following values refer to an oil change including the oil filter.
Model
S 55033
S 550 4MATIC33
S 63 AMG
S 600
S 65 AMG
Capacity
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
10.0 US qt (9.5 l)34
9.5 US qt (9.0 l)
S 350 BlueTEC
8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
4MATIC
Additives
! Do not use any additives in the engine oil.
This could damage the engine.
Viscosity describes the flow characteristics of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity, this means that it is thick; a low viscosity means that it is thin.
Select an engine oil with an SAE (viscosity) classification suitable for the prevailing outside temperatures. The table shows you which SAE classifications are to be used. The low-temperature characteristics of engine oils can deteriorate significantly, e.g. as a result of aging, soot and fuel deposits. It is therefore strongly recommended that you carry out regular oil changes using an approved engine oil with the appropriate SAE classification.
Brake fluid
G WARNING Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air; this lowers its boiling point.
If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the brake system when the brakes are applied hard (e.g. when driving downhill). This would impair braking efficiency.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at regular intervals. The brake fluid change
31 BlueEFFICIENCY 32 Only SAE 0W-40/SAE 5W-40 engine oils may be used. 33 BlueEFFICIENCY 34 Including external oil cooler.
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intervals can be found in the Maintenance Booklet.
Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes- Benz. Information about approved brake fluid can be obtained at any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Coolant
Important safety notes
G WARNING Antifreeze is highly flammable. Fire, open flames and smoking are prohibited when handling antifreeze.
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot engine parts, it may ignite and you could burn yourself. Do not spill any antifreeze on hot engine parts.
! Only add coolant that has been premixed with the desired antifreeze protection. You could otherwise damage the engine.
Further information on coolants can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
! Always use a suitable coolant mixture,
even in countries where high temperatures prevail.
Otherwise, the engine cooling system is not sufficiently protected from corrosion and overheating.
The coolant is a mixture of water and antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor. It performs the following tasks:
Rcorrosion protection
Rantifreeze protection
Rraising the boiling point
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If the coolant has antifreeze protection down to -35 ‡ (-37 †), the boiling point of the coolant under operating conditions is approximately 266 ‡ (130 †).
The antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor concentration in the engine cooling system should:
Rbe at least 50 %. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †).
Rnot exceed 55% (antifreeze protection
down to -49 ‡ [-45 †]). Otherwise, heat will not be dissipated as effectively.
If the vehicle has lost coolant, add equal amounts of water and antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor. Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accordance with MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1.
The coolant is checked with every maintenance interval at a qualified specialist workshop.
i When the vehicle is first delivered, it is filled with a coolant mixture that ensures adequate antifreeze and corrosion protection.
Capacity
Model
S 55035
S 550 4MATIC35
Capacity
Approx. 14.5 US qt
(13.7 l)
S 600
Approx. 15.3 US qt
(14.5 l)
S 63 AMG
Approx. 12.2 US qt
(11.5 l)
S 65 AMG
Approx. 14.7 US qt
(13.9 l)
S 350 BlueTEC
Approx. 12.0 US qt
4MATIC
(11.4 l)
Vehicle data 537
i Use MB 325.0 or MB 326.0 corrosion
inhibitor/antifreeze.
Washer fluid
G WARNING Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/ antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned.
! Only use washer fluid that is suitable for plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or MB WinterFit. Unsuitable washer fluid could damage the plastic lenses of the headlamps.
! Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the level sensor may be damaged.
Model
Capacity
All models
6.9 US qt (6.5 l)
i Add windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB
SummerFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all year round.
Vehicle data
Please note that for the specified vehicle data:
Rthe heights specified may vary as a result
of:
- Tires
- Load
- Condition of the suspension
- Optional equipment
Rthe vehicle length specified includes the
! Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit
front license plate adapter.
washer fluid should be mixed together. The spray nozzles may otherwise become blocked.
At temperatures above freezing:
X Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB SummerFit.
S 550 BlueEFFICIENCY
S 600
S 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC
Vehicle length
206.7 in (5250 mm)
Vehicle width
83.5 in (2120 mm)
including exterior
X Add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts
mirrors
water.
At temperatures below freezing:
X Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB WinterFit. Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside temperature.
X Down to 14 ‡ (Ò10 †): mix 1 part MB
Vehicle height
58.2 in (1479 mm)
Wheelbase
124.6 in (3165 mm)
Turning radius
40.0 ft (12.20 m)
Maximum roof
220 lb (100 kg)
load
WinterFit with 2 parts water.
Maximum trunk
220 lb (100 kg)
X Down to Ò4 ‡ (Ò20 †): mix 1 part MB
load
WinterFit with 1 part water.
X Down to Ò20.2 ‡ (Ò29 †): mix 2 parts MB
WinterFit with 1 part water.
538 Vehicle data
S 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY
Vehicle length,
200.8 in (5100 mm)
short wheelbase
Vehicle length,
long wheelbase
206.7 in (5250 mm)
Vehicle width
83.5 in (2120 mm)
including exterior
mirrors
Vehicle height
58.2 in (1479 mm)
Short wheelbase
119.5 in (3035 mm)
Long wheelbase
124.6 in (3165 mm)
Turning radius,
short wheelbase
Turning radius,
long wheelbase
38.7 ft (11.80 m)
40.0 ft (12.20 m)
Maximum roof
220 lb (100 kg)
load
Maximum trunk
220 lb (100 kg)
load
S 63 AMG
S 65 AMG
Vehicle length
207.1 in (5261 mm)
Vehicle width
83.5 in (2120 mm)
including exterior
mirrors
Vehicle height
58.7 in (1490 mm)
Wheelbase
124.6 in (3165 mm)
Turning radius
40.1 ft (12.22 m)
Maximum roof
220 lb (100 kg)
load
Maximum trunk
220 lb (100 kg)
load
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