Maintenance Service Reminder (FSS): Notes

2013 Mercedes Benz SL550SECTION Notes

Flexible Service System (FSS) calculates next oil change and maintenance based on time, mileage, and operating conditions. Before the next service interval is due, a wrench or double wrench symbol displays in the odometer field. The suggested mileage and/or time (in days) to service also displays. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: FSS Display (Typical)
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