Mercedes-Benz GUARD S 500 User manual

Mercedes- Benz Guard S 500
Supplement to S- Class Operator's Manual
Order No. 65159599 13 Part No. 220 584 48 80 USA Edition A 2003

S500Guard
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Our company and staff congratulate you
on the purchase of your new
Mercedes-Benz.
Your selection of our product is a demon-
stration of your trust in our company
name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to
own an automobile that will be as easy as
possible to operate and provide years of
service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef-
forts of many skilled engineers and crafts-
men. To help assure your driving pleasure,
and also the safety of you and your passen-
gers, we ask you to make a small invest-
ment of time:
앫Please read this manual carefully be-
fore putting it aside. Then return it to
your vehicle where it will be handy for
your reference.
앫Please follow the recommendations
contained in this manual. They are de-
signed to acquaint you with the opera-
tion of your Mercedes-Benz.
앫Please pay attention to the warnings
and cautions contained in this manual.
They are designed to help improve the
safety of the vehicle operator and oc-
cupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles
of safe, pleasurable driving.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
A DaimlerChrysler Company
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Contents
Introduction.......................................... 5
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Guard .................. 5
Where to find it....................................... 6
Symbols.................................................. 7
Operating safety ..................................... 8
Proper use of the vehicle .................. 8
At a glance ............................................ 9
Cockpit ................................................ 10
Guard operation ................................ 11
Locking and unlocking......................... 12
Emergency unlocking of vehicle
in case of an accident .................... 12
Opening doors................................ 12
Rear compartment, override switch 12
Summer opening/convenience
closing ........................................... 12
Windows .............................................. 13
Windows ........................................ 13
Windshield defroster/Windshield
wiper.................................................... 15
Windshield defroster ...................... 15
Windshield wiper............................. 15
Interior ................................................. 16
Seats............................................... 16
Rear window sunshade ................... 16
Rear door window sunshade* ......... 16
Safety systems ..................................... 17
Two-way communication system* .. 17
Tires and wheels................................... 18
Tires and wheels ............................. 18
Checking tire pressure
electronically .................................. 19
Hoist, garage jack................................. 20
Hoist, garage jack ........................... 20
Electrical system .................................. 21
Fuses .............................................. 21
Jump starting .................................. 21
Technical data .................................... 23
Speed ................................................... 24
Tires and wheels .................................. 25
Same size tires ............................... 25
Weights ................................................ 26
Index ................................................... 27
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Contents
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5
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Guard
Introduction
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Guard
This supplement to the S-Class
Operator’s Manual contains significant in-
formation relating to the operation of the
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Guard which is not
contained in, or which differs from, the de-
tails provided in the Operator’s Manual.
Please read all sections of both Operator’s
Manuals so that you are fully aware of how
to operate your vehicle.
Your vehicle may have some or all of the
equipment described in this manual.
Therefore, you may find explanations for
optional equipment not installed in your
vehicle. If you have any questions about
the operation of any equipment, your au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be
glad to demonstrate the proper proce-
dures.
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6
Introduction
Where to find it
Where to find it
This manual is a supplement to your vehi-
cle Operator’s Manual. Here you will find
important additional information about the
functions of the S 500 Guard.
This manual is intended to assist you in all
situations with your vehicle. Each section
has its own color code to help you find the
information you require quickly.
At a glance
Here you will find an overview of all the
controls that can be operated from the
driver’s seat.
Guard Operation
Here you will find detailed information
about the differences between your car
and a non-Guard S-Class.
Technical data
All important technical data for your vehi-
cle is contained here.
The following publications are part of your
vehicle documentation:
앫the Operator’s Manual
앫this supplementary Operator’s Manual
앫the Service Booklet
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7
Introduction
Symbols
Symbols
The following symbols are found in this
supplementary Operator’s Manual:
* Optional equipment is identified
with an asterisk. Since standard
equipment varies between models,
the descriptions and illustrations in
this manual may differ slightly from
the actual equipment of your vehi-
cle.
왘This symbol points to instructions for
you to follow.
왘A number of these symbols appearing
in succession indicates a multiple-step
procedure.
컄Page This symbol tells you where to
look for further information on a
topic.
컄컄 This continuation symbol marks
an interrupted procedure which
will be continued on the next
page.
DISPLAY Words appearing in the multi-
function display are printed in
the type shown here.
Warning! G
Warning notices draw your attention to haz-
ards that may endanger your health or life,
or the health or life of others.
!
Highlights hazards that may result in
damage to your vehicle.
i
Helpful hints or further information you
may find useful.
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8
Introduction
Operating safety
Operating safety
Proper use of the vehicle
Proper use of the vehicle requires that you
are familiar with the following information
and rules:
앫The safety precautions in this manual
앫The “Technical data” section in this
manual
앫Traffic rules and regulations
앫Motor vehicle laws and safety stan-
dards
Warning! G
The special features of the Mercedes-Benz
S 500 Guard offer significant protective
measures against attack by small arms-fire.
Absolute protection is impossible for rea-
sons of design and firearm technology.
Ensure that any work or modifications to
electronic components are carried out by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Other improper work or modifications to the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore nev-
er turn off the engine while driving.
!
Due to the special nature of your vehi-
cle, we strongly recommend that you
have service and other repair work car-
ried out by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
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9
At a glance
Cockpit
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