Mercedes-Benz 2009 CLK-Class manual

CLK Operator’s Manual[...]

Symbols Trademarks ® : R ESP ® is a registered trademark of Daimler. R HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. R SIRIUS and related marks are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: G Warning! Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may[...]

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2 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 At a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Safety and security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Controls in detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 [...]

3 1, 2, 3 ... 911 Emergency calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 A ABS (Antilock Brake System) . . . . . . . 65 Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Accessory weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Accidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

4 Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . 112 Automatic shift program . . . . . . . . 116 Emergency operation (limp-home mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Gear range indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Gear ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Gear selector lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Gearshifting malfunct[...]

5 Occupant Classification System (OCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Tether anchorage points . . . . . . . . . 61 Top tether . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Child safety see Children in the vehicle Child seat anchors – LATCH-type see Children in the vehicle Chro[...]

6 Difficulties While driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 With starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Digital clock see Clo ck Digital speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Dimensions (vehicle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Direction of rotation (tires) . . . . . . . 236 Displays Digital speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 [...]

7 Emission control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Information label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 System warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Engine Brake-in recommendations . . . . . . 226 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Malfunction indicator lamp . . . . . . 315 [...]

8 Fuel tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374 Fuel filler flap and cap . . . . . . . . . . 227 Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 G Garage door opener . . . . . . . . . . 37, 219 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) . . 255 Gear range [...]

9 Infant and child restraint systems see Children in the vehicle Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation pressure Inside door handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 120 Illumination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 Multifunction display . . [...]

10 Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 Low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 Roll bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Seat belt telltale . . . . . . . . . . . . 55, 311 SRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 41, 312 Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Language, sel[...]

11 Check engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296, 297, 299 Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Display malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 Engine service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 ESP ® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

12 Panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Parcel net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Parktronic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

13 Remote control see Key, SmartKey Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) . . . . . 218 Replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . 22 Research Octane Number see RON Reserve fuel Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 Reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

14 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Sidewall (tires) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Side windows see Power windows Ski bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

15 Tele Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Emergency calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Information button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Initiating an emergency call manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Messages in the multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Remote door unloc[...]

16 Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Tread depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235, 258 Treadwear indicators . . . . . . . 235, 257 Vehicle maximum load on . . . . . . . 257 Wear pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Winter tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258, 365 Tire speed rating . . . . . . . . . . . . 249, 256 Top [...]

17 Vehicle washing see Vehicle care W Warning sounds Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt . . . 55 Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Parktronic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Seat belt telltale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 Warranty coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 Washer and headlamp cleaning system . . . . . .[...]

Operator’s Manual 18 Product Information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes- Benz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz v[...]

Operator’s Manual 19 Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: R New Car Limited Warranty R Emission System Warranty R Emission Performance Warranty R California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,[...]

Operator’s Manual 20 Roadside Assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory-trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a da[...]

Operating safety 21 Operating safety G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair [...]

Reporting safety defects 22 Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction[...]

Vehicle data recording 23 Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents. This informatio[...]

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25 Exterior view ....................................... 26 Cockpit ................................................. 30 Instrument cluster .............................. 32 Multifunction steering wheel ............. 34 Center console .................................... 35 Overhead control panel ...................... 37 Door control panel .......[...]

Exterior view 26 Exterior view At a glance[...]

Exterior view 27 i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page 1 Rear lamps 332 2 Rear window defroster 190 3 Fuel filler flap 227 Fuel requireme[...]

Exterior view 28 At a glance[...]

Exterior view 29 i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page 1 Rear lamps 332 2 Rear window defroster 190 3 Fuel filler flap 227 Fuel requireme[...]

Cockpit 30 Cockpit At a glance[...]

Cockpit 31 Function Page 1 Steering wheel gearshift control 117 2 Combination switch 98 Turn signals 98 Wipers 101 High beam 98 3 Cruise control lever 172 4 Multifunction steering wheel 34, 122 5 Instrument cluster 32, 120 Function Page 6 Starter switch 82 7 Front Parktronic warning indicators 175 8 Overhead control panel 37 9 Glove box 207 a Stora[...]

Instrument cluster 32 Instrument cluster At a glance[...]

Instrument cluster 33 Function Page 1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp 98 2 v ESP ® warning lamp 313 3 Speedometer 4 Multifunction display 124 5 l Distance warning lamp 1 6 K Right turn signal indicator lamp 98 7 Coolant temperature indicator with: Ì Coolant temperature warning lamp 316 8 Tachometer with: 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in[...]

Multifunction steering wheel 34 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page 1 Multifunction display 124 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone: Press button s to take a call 142 to dial a call 2 142 to redial 2 143 t to end a call 142 to reject an incoming call 142 4 Menu systems[...]

Center console 35 Center console Upper part CLK coupe Function Page 1 Seat heating, driver’s side 90 Seat ventilation, driver’s side 90 2 Parktronic system deactivation switch 176 3 Rear window sunshade switch 210 4 Electronic Stability Program (ESP ® ) switch 67 5 Hazard warning flasher switch 99 6 Central unlocking switch 77 Central locking [...]

Center console 36 Lower part CLK cabriolet Function Page 1 Ashtray 211 Cigarette lighter 212 2 KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 83 3 Cup holder 209 4 Storage compartment with 208 cup holder 209 and telephone compartment 208 in center armrest 5 Soft top switch (CLK cabriolet) 193 6 Program mode selector switch Automatic shift program 116 Function Page M[...]

Overhead control panel 37 Overhead control panel CLK coupe Function Page 1 Rear interior lighting on/off (CLK coupe) 100 2 Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch (CLK coupe) 191 3 Right reading lamp on/off 100 4 Interior lighting control 100 5 Interior rear view mirror 93 6 Garage door opener 219 7 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid (emergency call syst[...]

Door control panel 38 Door control panel Function Page 1 Inside door handle 76 2 Seat adjustment 85 3 Memory function for storing seat, exterior mirrors, and steering wheel settings 94 4 Switches for opening/ closing door windows 103 5 Rear side window override switch 63 6 Switches for opening/ closing rear side windows 103 7 Remote trunk opening s[...]

39 Vehicle equipment .............................. 40 Occupant safety .................................. 40 Panic alarm .......................................... 64 Driving safety systems ....................... 64 Anti-theft systems .............................. 69 Safety and security[...]

Occupant safety 40 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you will learn the most importa[...]

Occupant safety 41 see “Children in the vehicle” ( Y page 58). SRS indicator lamp The SRS system conducts a self-test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running. This facilitates detection of system malfunctions. The 1 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition is switched on a[...]

Occupant safety 42 a properly seated position and to wear their respective seat belt. For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the seat backrest. Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body. Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and forc[...]

Occupant safety 43 the side impact air bags be deployed. (2) Always sit as upright as possible, properly use the seat belts, and for children 12 years old and under, use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. (3) Always wear seat belts properly. If you believe th[...]

Occupant safety 44 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) and air bag G Warning! R Damaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. R Air[...]

Occupant safety 45 potentially more serious injuries resulting from air bag deployment. If you sell your vehicle, we strongly recommend that you inform the subsequent owner that the vehicle is equipped with SRS and refer them to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual. Front air bags G Observe Safety notes, see page 44. 1 Driver front air[...]

Occupant safety 46 Side impact air bags G Observe Safety notes, see page 44. CLK coupe 1 Front side impact air bag 2 Rear side impact air bag When deployed, the side impact air bags are designed to provide increased protection for the thorax (but not the head, neck and arms) of the occupants on the side of the vehicle on which the impact occurs. Th[...]

Occupant safety 47 R if the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt R depending on whether the seat belt is in use R independently of the front air bags R independently of the ETDs The front passenger head-thorax air bag 1 will only deploy if the OCS senses that the front passenger[...]

Occupant safety 48 Occupants must sit with the seat belt properly fastened in a position that is as upright as possible with their back against the seat backrest and feet on the floor to be correctly classified. If the occupant’s weight is transferred to another object in the vehicle (e.g. by leaning on armrests), the OCS may not be able to prope[...]

Occupant safety 49 If the 56 indicator lamp is not illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed R in the event of certain frontal impacts R if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold R independently of the side impact air bags (CLK coupe) or head-thorax air bags (CLK cabriolet) If the front passenger front a[...]

Occupant safety 50 56 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 56 indicator lamp is illuminated. If the 56 indicator lamp goes out or remains out, do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed[...]

Occupant safety 51 In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS: R Sit with the seat belt properly fastened in a position that is as upright as possible with your back against the seat backrest. R While seated, an occupant should not position him/herself in such a way as to cause the occupant’s weight to be lifted from the se[...]

Occupant safety 52 likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are properly wearing your seat belt. The air bags can only protect as intended if the occupants are properly wearing their seat belts. G Warning! Never r[...]

Occupant safety 53 increase the chance of head and neck injuries. The seat belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen, which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen. Adjust the seat belt so that the shoulder section is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder (it should not touch the nec[...]

Occupant safety 54 The seat belt presenter for driver and front passenger makes it easier to put on the seat belt 1 Seat belt presenter Seat belt presenter 1 slides out when the corresponding door is closed and the ignition is turned on. G Warning! Seat belt presenter 1 must be retracted while the vehicle is in motion. Only when seat belt presenter[...]

Occupant safety 55 panel. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Enhanced seat belt reminder system When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate for 6 seconds to remind you and your passengers to fasten your [...]

Occupant safety 56 instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic comfort-fit feature seat belt An automatic comfort-fit feature for the front seats reduces the retracting force of the seat belts when they are in normal use. Active head restraints The active head restraints are intended to offer the driver and f[...]

Occupant safety 57 1 Steering wheel 2 Seat belt 3 Seat Steering wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 91. X Position steering wheel 1 properly ( Y page 91). Make sure: R You can reach steering wheel 1 with your arms slightly bent at the elbows. R You can move your legs freely. R All displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instr[...]

Occupant safety 58 Roll bars (cabriolet) G Warning! Make sure nothing is blocking the roll bars’ path of motion. Otherwise someone could be injured when the roll bars are raised. The rear seat head restraints should therefore always be in the raised position when the rear seat is occupied. The roll bars are integrated into the rear seat head rest[...]

Occupant safety 59 G Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle[...]

Occupant safety 60 Columbia, the U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces. Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for the child restraint, that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Ca[...]

Occupant safety 61 check installation. Periodically check the 56 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 56 indicator lamp is illuminated. If the 56 indicator lamp goes out or remains out, do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger se[...]

Occupant safety 62 1 Anchorage ring 2 Hook X Open the trunk and release the rear seat backrest ( Y page 205). X Fold rear seat backrest slightly forward. 1 Anchorage ring 2 Hook X Guide the top tether strap between head restraint and top of the seat backrest. The head restraint must be installed and positioned such that the top tether strap can pas[...]

Occupant safety 63 Non-LATCH-type child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The LATCH-type anchors are located between the seat cushion and the backrest. CLK coupe 1 Anchors X Install a LATCH-type child seat according to the manufactur[...]

Driving safety systems 64 Panic alarm 1 Â button i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthoriz[...]

Driving safety systems 65 braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with the driving safety systems described in this section must never be exploited in a reck[...]

Driving safety systems 66 For more information, see “What to do if …?” ( Y page 309). BAS G Observe Safety notes, see page 64. The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance. X Apply continu[...]

Driving safety systems 67 system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! The ESP ® will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size as specified in the “Technical data” section of this Operator’s Manual. i The cruise control switches off automatically when the ESP ® engages. Electronic Tractio[...]

Driving safety systems 68 i When the ESP ® is switched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP ® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes. However, the ESP ® will then not stabilize the vehicle. X With the engine running, press ESP ® switch 1 until the ESP ® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on. The ESP ® i[...]

Anti-theft systems 69 ! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP ® switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESP ® X Press ESP ® switch 1 until the ESP ® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster goes out. You are now again[...]

Anti-theft systems 70 mobile phone, power supply and GPS coverage are available. 1 Indicator lamp X Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. The turn signal lamps flash three times and an acoustic warning sounds three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. Indicator lamp 1 flashes to indicate that the alarm system is ar[...]

71 Vehicle equipment .............................. 72 Locking and unlocking ....................... 72 Starter switch positions ..................... 82 Seats .................................................... 84 Multifunction steering wheel ............. 91 Mirrors ................................................. 93 Memory function ...........[...]

Locking and unlocking 72 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Notes G Observe Safety notes, see page 58. When [...]

Locking and unlocking 73 1 j Lock button 2 i Unlock button for trunk lid 3 k Unlock button 4 Battery check lamp When you open a door, the side windows on that side lowers slightly. Once you close the door, the window moves up again. ! A side window will not work if it is blocked with ice or if the vehicle battery is discharged. If you cannot shut a[...]

Locking and unlocking 74 KEYLESS-GO Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The KEYLESS-GO function is integrated into the SmartKey. The validity of the SmartKey is checked every time you pull an outside door handle. When the SmartKey is valid, your vehicle [...]

Locking and unlocking 75 R If the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle (e.g. if a passenger exits the vehicle with the SmartKey) - with the starter switch position 1 , the message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display - with the engine running, the message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display while driving off Find [...]

Locking and unlocking 76 X Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap: Pull the driver’s outside door handle. X Global unlocking: Pull the outside door handle on the passenger side. X Global locking: Press lock button 1 on an outside door handle. Checking SmartKey batteries X Press button j or k on the SmartKey. Battery check lamp 4 ( Y page [...]

Locking and unlocking 77 discharged. If you cannot shut a door, do not force it or you could damage the door or side window. Fix whatever is affecting the window before trying to shut the door. Automatic central locking The doors and the trunk lock automatically when the vehicle is set into motion. You can open a locked door from the inside. Open d[...]

Locking and unlocking 78 ! The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance. Opening the trunk from the outside 1 Handle X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey until the trunk unlocks and begins to open. or X Pull on handle 1 . In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: The vehicle must be unlocked. I[...]

Locking and unlocking 79 Closing the trunk G Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. G Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk [...]

Locking and unlocking 80 sequence, the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk reopens slightly. X Press switch = ( Y page 78) until indicator lamp ; goes out and the trunk is closed. To interrupt the closing procedure: X Release switch = . Closing the trunk from the outside automatically G Warning! Monitor the closing procedure carefully to mak[...]

Locking and unlocking 81 1 KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch X Make sure you have the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you. X Press switch 1 briefly. With all doors closed: R The locking knobs in the doors move down. R The trunk lid starts to close automatically. R All turn signal lamps flash three times to confirm locking once the trunk has closed co[...]

Starter switch positions 82 Valet locking To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, e.g. when you valet park the vehicle, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the SmartKey less its mechanical key with the vehicle. $ Neutral position % Locked X Valet locking: Close the trunk. X Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey[...]

Starter switch positions 83 instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster” ( Y page 308). If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position [...]

Seats 84 i If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button R once more, the ignition (position 2 ) is switched on R twice more the power supply is again switched off Ignition (or position 2) X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice. This supplies power for all electrical consumers. All lamps (except low-beam headlamp indicator lamp, high-b[...]

Seats 85 with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. G Warning! According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be [...]

Seats 86 X Seat fore and aft adjustment: Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 4 . X Seat backrest tilt: Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 5 . X Seat height: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 3 . X Seat cushion tilt: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 2 until your upper le[...]

Seats 87 Rear seat head restraints CLK coupe G Warning! For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied. Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints. G Warning! For your protection, drive on[...]

Seats 88 Placing rear seat head restraints upright X Pull the head restraint forward until it locks into position. Rear seat head restraint tilt Two different head restraint angle positions are available. X Press release button 1 ( Y page 87) and tilt the head restraint to the desired position. Rear seat head restraint height 1 Release button X Rai[...]

Seats 89 CLK cabriolet G Warning! For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the raised position when the rear seats are occupied. Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints. Raising rear seat head restraints 1 Head restraint X Pull head [...]

Seats 90 3 Seat backrest center 4 Seat backrest side bolster X Switch on the ignition. X Seat cushion depth: Adjust the seat cushion depth to the length of your upper leg using switch 1 . X Seat backrest contour: Adjust the contour of the seat backrest to the desired position using switches 2 and 3 . X Seat backrest side bolsters: Adjust the side b[...]

Multifunction steering wheel 91 The seat heating switches from level 2 to level 1 (low) after approximately 10 minutes. The seat heating automatically switches off from level 1 after approximately 20 minutes. X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Press switch 1 . Three red indicator lamps in switch 1 come on. X Continue pressing switch 1 until [...]

Multifunction steering wheel 92 Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows the driver an easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is in its uppermost position. The easy-entry/exit feature can be activated or deactivated in the Convenience submenu of the control system ( Y page 139). G W[...]

Mirrors 93 Mirrors Notes Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions. Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirror manually. Interior rear view mirror, antiglare position 1 Lever X Tilt the mirror to the antiglare position by moving lever 1 tow[...]

Memory function 94 i At low ambient temperatures, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically. Auto-dimming rear view mirrors The exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on and incoming light from headlamps falls on the senso[...]

Lighting 95 Recalling positions from memory X Turn memory position switch 2 to the desired memory position. X Press and hold memory position switch 2 until the seat has completely moved to the stored position. On the driver’s side, also wait for the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to move to the stored position. i Releasing the memo[...]

Lighting 96 headlamps or the parking lamps before opening the driver’s door. In addition, the message Switch Off Lights appears in the multifunction display. Switch off the low-beam headlamps or the parking lamps. If the message Switch Off Lights Or Remove Key appears in the multifunction display remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or swi[...]

Lighting 97 Canada only: High-beam headlamps are only available with the exterior lamp switch in position B . Daytime running lamp mode In Canada, the daytime running lamp mode is mandatory and therefore in a constant mode. In the USA, the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated by default. Activate the daytime running lamp mode using the control [...]

Lighting 98 lamps should only be used in conjunction with low-beam headlamps. Consult your State or Province Motor Vehicle Regulations regarding permissible lamp operation. X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B ( Y page 95). X Switching on front fog lamps: Pull out the exterior lamp switch to first stop. The green indicator lamp ¥ in [...]

Lighting 99 switch only to point of resistance and release. The corresponding turn signal lamps will flash three times. Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch. The hazard warning flasher comes on automatically when an air bag deploys. 1 Hazard warning[...]

Lighting 100 Switching on X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B or U . or X Activate the daytime running lamp mode ( Y page 97). X Switch on the left or right turn signal, depending on whether you are turning left or right. The respective front fog lamp comes on. If you have switched on the turn signal for one side but turn the steering whe[...]

Wipers 101 R unlock the vehicle R remove the SmartKey from the starter switch R open a door R open the trunk X Deactivating: Press symbol = on rocker switch 3 . The interior lighting goes out after a preset time ( Y page 138). i If a door remains open, the interior lamps go out automatically after approximately 5 minutes. Manual control ! An interi[...]

Wipers 102 Windshield wipers Switching on/off 0 Windshield wipers off I Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed X Turn the combination switch in direction of arrow 2 to the desired position, depending on the intensity of the rain. Intermittent wiping Only switch on intermittent wiping under wet weather conditions or in the pr[...]

Power windows 103 Problems with wipers ! If anything blocks the windshield wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off immediately. For safety reasons, stop the vehicle in a safe location, and R - remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or - turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button and open the driver’s door (with the[...]

Power windows 104 where you pulled the switch past the resistance point and released it to close the window, the automatic reversal function will stop the window and open it slightly. If a door window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you are closing the window by pulling and holding the switch, by pressing and [...]

Power windows 105 point and released, the automatic reversal will not operate. Synchronizing power windows The windows must be synchronized after the battery has been disconnected or if the windows cannot be fully closed (express operation). Each window must be synchronized separately. X Close all doors. X Switch on the ignition. X Pull and hold sw[...]

Power windows 106 Convenience closing feature When locking the vehicle, you can simultaneously close R the windows R the tilt/sliding sunroof (CLK coupe) R the soft top (CLK cabriolet) G Warning! When closing the windows and/or the tilt/ sliding sunroof (CLK coupe), or soft top (CLK cabriolet), make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by[...]

Driving and parking 107 Driving and parking Safety notes G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure the pedals still have sufficient clearance. During sudden driving or braking maneuv[...]

Driving and parking 108 X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 ( Y page 82) and release it. The engine starts automatically. With KEYLESS-GO G Warning! As long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle, the vehicle can be started. Therefore, never leave children unattended in the vehicle, as they could otherwise accidentally start the eng[...]

Driving and parking 109 If the engine does not start after several starting attempts: X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. The engine does not start. You cannot hear the starter. The battery may not be sufficiently charged. X Get a jump start ( Y page 349). If the engine will not start despite a jump start: X Co[...]

Driving and parking 110 someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal. ! Only shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is stopped. Otherwise the automatic transmission could be damaged. X Depress the brake pedal. The[...]

Driving and parking 111 Parking G Warning! Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, or damage to the vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain, as a[...]

Automatic transmission 112 Turning off the engine G Warning! Do not turn off the engine before the vehicle has come to a complete stop. With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and stee[...]

Automatic transmission 113 covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i During the brief warm-up, transmission upshifting is delayed. This allows the catalytic converter to heat up more quickly to operating temperature. Gear selector lever Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission Á Park position with gear selector lever lock  Reverse gea[...]

Automatic transmission 114 With drive position D selected, you can influence transmission shifting by: R limiting the gear range R extending the gear range R changing the gears manually (CLK 63 AMG only) Transmission positions The current transmission position appears in the multifunction display. 1 Transmission position indicator Effect ì Park po[...]

Automatic transmission 115 Effect ë Neutral position No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed). To avoid damage to the transmission, never shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving. Exception: If the ESP ® is deactivated o[...]

Automatic transmission 116 Effect è With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine. ç Allows the use of engine’s braking power when driving R on steep downgrades R in mountainous regions R under extreme operating conditions æ For maximum use of engine’s braking effect on very steep or lengthy downgrades. Automatic shift pro[...]

Automatic transmission 117 lower revolutions and the wheels are less likely to spin. Selecting program mode S means that upshifts occur later. One-touch gearshifting With the automatic transmission in drive position D and driving in automatic program mode C or S , you can limit or extend the gear range using the gear selector lever or the steering [...]

Automatic transmission 118 i If you press on the accelerator pedal when the engine has reached the revolution limit of the current gear range, the automatic transmission will upshift beyond any gear range limit selected. Canceling gear range limit X Press and hold the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction until D reappears in the mul[...]

Automatic transmission 119 automatic program mode ( C or S ) when the engine is restarted. Upshifting ! In manual program mode M , the automatic transmission will not upshift, even if the engine has reached its overrevving range. Shift up into the next gear before the engine has reached its overrevving range. Make absolutely certain that the engine[...]

Instrument cluster 120 Deactivating manual shift program X Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until C or S appears in the multifunction display. or X Restart the engine. The automatic transmission will go to automatic program mode ( C or S ). Manual program mode M is not stored. Emergency operation (limp-home mode) If vehicle acceler[...]

Instrument cluster 121 1 Reset button For information on changing the instrument cluster settings, e.g. the language, see ( Y page 134). Activating the instrument cluster The instrument cluster is activated when you R open a door R switch on the ignition R press reset button 1 R switch on the exterior lamps Adjusting the instrument cluster illumina[...]

Control system 122 Resetting trip odometer X Make sure you are viewing the standard display ( Y page 126) in the multifunction display. X Press and hold the reset button in the instrument cluster ( Y page 120) until the trip odometer is reset. Tachometer The red marking on the tachometer ( Y page 32) denotes excessive engine speed. ! Avoid driving [...]

Control system 123 1 Multifunction display 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone: Press button s to take a call to dial 3 to redial 3 t to end a call to reject an incoming call 4 Menu systems: Press button è for next menu ÿ for previous menu 5 Moving within a menu: Press butt[...]

Control system 124 Multifunction display 1 Outside temperature indicator 2 Trip odometer 3 Automatic transmission program mode indicator 4 Main odometer 5 Transmission position/gear range indicator For more information on menus displayed in the multifunction display, see “Menus and submenus” ( Y page 125). 3 Function only available in telephone[...]

Control system 125 Menus and submenus i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical to those shown in the multifunction display. Controls in detail Z[...]

Control system 126 The first function displayed in each menu will automatically show you which part of the system you are in. Function 1 Standard display menu ( Y page 126) 2 AMG 4 menu ( Y page 127) 3 Audio menu ( Y page 129) 4 Navigation menu ( Y page 131) 5 Vehicle status message memory 5 menu ( Y page 131) 6 Settings menu ( Y page 132) 7 Trip c[...]

Control system 127 X Press button j or k repeatedly until the digital speedometer or the outside temperature appears in the multifunction display. 1 Basic display with digital speedometer 2 Status line display with outside temperature 3 Trip odometer You can select whether the digital speedometer or the outside temperature appears in the status lin[...]

Control system 128 RACETIMER G Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use on roads and in conditions where high speed driving is permitted. Racing on public roads is prohibited under all circumstances and the driver is and must always remain responsible for following posted speed limits. The RACETIMER allows you to time and save driving stretch[...]

Control system 129 Deleting all laps It is not possible to delete a single saved lap. When you turn off the engine, the RACETIMER will be reset to “0” after 30 seconds. All laps are deleted. X Press button æ while the timer is running. The timer stops. X Press the reset button in the instrument cluster twice ( Y page 121). X Press button æ . [...]

Control system 130 Selecting radio station The SIRIUS Satellite Radio is treated as a radio application. Additional optional satellite radio equipment and a subscription to satellite radio service provider are required for satellite radio operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. For more [...]

Control system 131 1 Disc number 2 Current track X Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired track is selected. For more information on CD operation, see “CD mode” ( Y page 156) i MP3-CD’s: Level of information displayed will vary depending on the information contained on the CD with MP3 files insert in the single CD player of the COMA[...]

Control system 132 X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Vehicle status message memory menu appears in the multifunction display. If conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k . The stored messages will now be displayed in the order in wh[...]

Control system 133 The settings you have changed will not be reset unless you confirm the action by pressing the reset button a second time. After approximately 5 seconds, the Settings menu reappears in the multifunction display. Resetting the functions of a submenu For each submenu you can reset all the functions to the factory settings. X Move to[...]

Control system 134 R Setting night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature) ( Y page 137) R Setting interior lighting delayed shut-off ( Y page 138) Vehicle submenu R Audio search function ( Y page 138) R Setting automatic central locking ( Y page 139) Convenience submenu R Activating easy-entry/exit feature ( Y page 139) Instrume[...]

Control system 135 Selecting display (speed or outside temperature) for status line X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr. Cluster submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status Line Display appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. X Press button æ or ç to se[...]

Control system 136 Example illustration for setting the hour X Press button æ or ç to set the hours or minute(s). X Press the reset button to confirm. Setting the date This function is only available in vehicles with audio system. Vehicles with COMAND system: For information on setting the date in the COMAND system, refer to the separate COMAND s[...]

Control system 137 R License plate lamps R Side marker lamps For more information on the daytime running lamp mode, see “Lighting” ( Y page 97). For safety reasons, resetting all the functions of all submenus to the factory settings while driving ( Y page 132) will not deactivate the daytime running lamp mode. The following message appears in t[...]

Control system 138 X Press button æ or ç to switch the headlamps delayed shut-off feature On or Off . X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U before turning off the engine. The headlamps delayed shut-off feature is activated. You can temporarily deactivate the headlamps delayed shut-off feature: X Before exiting the vehicle, turn the SmartK[...]

Control system 139 X Press button æ or ç to select Frequenc. or Memory . Setting automatic central locking Use this function to activate or deactivate the automatic central locking. With the automatic central locking system activated, the vehicle is centrally locked at a vehicle speed of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h). X Move the selection marker [...]

Control system 140 Trip computer menu Use the Trip computer menu to call up statistical data on your vehicle. The following information is available: R Fuel consumption statistics since start ( Y page 140) R Fuel consumption statistics since last reset ( Y page 140) R Resetting fuel consumption statistics ( Y page 140) R Distance to empty ( Y page [...]

Control system 141 Distance to empty X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Range: appears in the multifunction display. The calculated remaining driving range based on the current fuel tank level appears in the mu[...]

Control system 142 This standby message indicates that your telephone is ready for use and you can operate it using the control system. Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answer a call at any time. In the multifunction display you will then see the following message, or if available, the caller ID (number and na[...]

Audio system 143 The control system stores the dialed number in the redial memory. or X Press button t if you do not want to make the call. Redialing The control system stores the most recently dialed phone numbers. This eliminates the need to search through your entire phone book. X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message Tel appears in[...]

Audio system 144 Operating safety G Warning! Any alterations made to electronic components can cause malfunctions. The radio, amplifier, CD changer, satellite radio, and telephone are interconnected. When one of the components is not operational or has not been removed/ replaced properly, the function of other components may be impaired. This condi[...]

Audio system 145 Operating and display elements Controls in detail Z[...]

Audio system 146 Item 1 CD changer mode selector ( Y page 160) AUX mode selector ( Y page 149) 2 Single CD mode selector ( Y page 160) 3 Radio mode selector ( Y page 150) 4 Mute function (radio) ( Y page 152) Pause (CD) ( Y page 161) 5 Volume distribution ( Y page 148) 6 Sound settings ( Y page 147) 7 Display 8 Alphanumeric keypad 9 Speed dialing m[...]

Audio system 147 switch off again after approximately 30 minutes. If your vehicle is equipped with a mobile phone, the display may prompt you to enter your PIN (GSM network) or code (TDMA or CDMA network). Switching off X Remove SmartKey from starter switch. or X Press button M . i Should excessively high temperatures occur while the audio system i[...]

Audio system 148 Sound system You can either program the sound settings manually ( Y page 147) or choose settings via preset sound characteristics. You can select from among the following settings: R STANDARD : conventional stereo sound. R SURROUND : the sound is set for better three- dimensional acoustic characteristics. R SPEECH : the sound is op[...]

Audio system 149 The radio switches back to the standard radio menu eight seconds after the last soft key is pressed. Adjusting balance Press button P repeatedly until BALANCE appears in the display. X Press X or Y soft key. The volume is distributed between the left and right sides of the vehicle. or X Press RES soft key briefly. The balance is re[...]

Audio system 150 external audio source while the vehicle is in motion. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m) every second. Calling up AUX mode G Warning! Due to the different volumes of the external audio sources, system messages of the vehicle may be[...]

Audio system 151 Calling up wavebands for radios with SAT X Press FM , AM or WB soft key repeatedly until desired waveband has been selected. The FM, AM and WB wavebands are called up one after another. The waveband currently selected appears in the upper left-hand corner of the display. Selecting a station The following options are available for s[...]

Audio system 152 X Press SC soft key or S or T . The station last played will be selected and SC disappears from the display. Station memory You can store ten AM and ten FM stations in the memory. R Storing stations X Tune in desired station. X Press and hold desired station button 1 to R until a brief signal tone is heard. The frequency is stored [...]

Audio system 153 i If no weather band station is received after three consecutive scans of the complete frequency range, then the scan stops at the channel with which it began and NO WB FOUND appears in the display. If this happens, switch back to standard radio mode. Scan search X Starting scan search: Press SC soft key. SC will appear in the disp[...]

Audio system 154 After activation of satellite radio service ( Y page 154). Prior to activation of the satellite radio service The telephone number of the SIRIUS Service Center 1-888-539-7474 is displayed. X Press ESN soft key. The twelve-digit electronic serial number (ESN) of the SAT tuner installed in your vehicle is displayed. This information [...]

Audio system 155 Tuning via manual channel input Example: tuning in channel 16 X Press * . Input line appears in the main radio menu. X Use number keys to enter desired channel within eight seconds, e. g. 1 6 . The system tunes to channel 16. The station you have selected begins to play. i You can only enter available channel numbers. Tuning via th[...]

Audio system 156 X Press INF soft key. The title being played is displayed. X Press INF soft key again. The name of the artist performing the title being played is displayed. i If a button is not pressed within four seconds, the radio will return to the standard display. Storing stations X Tune in desired station. X Press and hold desired station b[...]

Audio system 157 If you insert thicker discs, e. g. ones that have data on both sides (one side with DVD data, the other side with audio data), they cannot be ejected and will damage the drive. Do not use CDs with a diameter of 8 cm, not even with a CD adapter. Attempting to play CDs with a diameter of 8 cm or playing such CDs with an adapter may c[...]

Audio system 158 Compatible bit and sampling rates Fixed and variable bit rates of up to 320 kBit/s are possible. The following table lists possible sampling rates: MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 32 kHz MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 22.5 kHz, 24 kHz, 16 kHz MPEG 2.5 Audio Layer 3 11.025 kHz, 12 kHz, 8 kHz WMA 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz i Only use MP3 [...]

Audio system 159 Ejecting a CD X Make sure the system is switched on. X Press EJECT button. The system ejects the CD. NO CD will appear in the display. X Remove CD from slot. i If you do not take the CD out of the CD slot within approximately 15 seconds, the system automatically pulls the CD back in and plays it. If a CD is pulled back in, press th[...]

Audio system 160 Playing CDs Single CD player in the audio unit X Press button i . CD0 will appear in the upper left-hand corner of the display. The CD will resume playback at the point where it was switched off. CD changer X Press button Q . CD and the selected magazine slot number appear in the upper left-hand corner of the display. If you have n[...]

Audio system 161 the unit skips back to the beginning of the previous track. Pressing button T or S repeatedly will result in multiple tracks being skipped. Fast forward/reverse X Fast forward: Press and hold button S until desired point has been reached. X Fast reverse: Press and hold button T until desired point has been reached. i The track numb[...]

Audio system 162 GSM network phones G Warning! Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle. A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a telephone[...]

Audio system 163 to the separate telephone operating instructions for more information. Adjusting the volume X Turn rotary control of button N during a telephone call. The volume will increase or decrease depending on the direction turned. i The volume can be adjusted separately for telephone mode and audio mode. Adjusting sound X Adjust sound duri[...]

Audio system 164 X Press and hold button Á or  until desired initial letter has been reached. or X Press button Á or  repeatedly until desired entry has been reached. The stored entries are selected in alphabetical order with the sub- entries. i Several sub-entries can be stored for each main entry (name). These entries are marked by a corres[...]

Audio system 165 operating instructions for the mobile phone. X Manual redial: Press button s . The telephone number last dialed will appear in the display. X Select desired telephone number with button Á or  . The letter L and the number of the memory position appears in the left-hand corner of the display. The numbers are stored in the order o[...]

Audio system 166 X Terminating a combined call: Press button t . The connection to both callers is terminated. TDMA or CDMA network phones G Warning! Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle. A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of o[...]

Audio system 167 Adjusting the volume X Turn rotary control of button N during a telephone call. The volume will increase or decrease depending on the direction turned. i The volume can be adjusted separately for telephone mode and audio mode. Adjusting sound Adjust sound during a telephone call. Sound adjustment ( Y page 147). Placing a call Enter[...]

Audio system 168 X Press and hold button Á or  until desired initial letter has been reached. or X Press button Á or  repeatedly until desired entry has been reached. The stored entries are selected in alphabetical order with the sub- entries. i Several sub-entries can be stored for each main entry (name). These entries are marked by a corres[...]

Audio system 169 i If you have activated the automatic redial function on your mobile phone, the number of the person being called is automatically redialed after a short waiting period if there is a busy signal. Refer to the separate operating instructions for the mobile phone. X Manual redial: Press button s . The telephone number last dialed wil[...]

Audio system 170 X Placing a second call: Place a new call by entering telephone number manually. X Press button s . You are connected to the second caller; the first caller is kept on hold. X Terminating a call: Press button t . The current call is terminated. The connection to the caller previously kept on hold is also interrupted; however, recon[...]

Audio system 171 Placing a “911” emergency call using audio head unit with the mobile phone unlocked X Press button h to switch to telephone operation. X Enter 911 using the number keypad on the audio head unit. X Press button s for dialing to begin. DIALING appears in the audio display while the mobile phone establishes the connection. X Wait [...]

Driving systems 172 Driving systems Introduction This section describes the following driving systems of your vehicle: R Cruise control R Parktronic system (CLK 63 AMG (USA), Canada all vehicles) Cruise control The cruise control automatically maintains the speed you set for your vehicle. The use of the cruise control is recommended for driving at [...]

Driving systems 173 You cannot activate the cruise control: R when you brake R when you have engaged the parking brake R when the automatic transmission is in park position P , reverse gear R , or neutral position N R the ESP ® is switched off or has switched off due to a malfunction The vehicle speed displayed in the speedometer can briefly vary [...]

Driving systems 174 When you use the cruise control lever to decelerate, the brake system will brake the vehicle automatically if the engine’s braking power does not brake the vehicle sufficiently. X Lift the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 and hold it up to increase, or press the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 2 and hold[...]

Driving systems 175 G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured. ! Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes (e.g. trailer couplings, painted posts, elevated crossbars or road curbs). Such objects may not be detecte[...]

Driving systems 176 Front area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle Rear area warning indicator (coupe/cabriolet) 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle Each warning indicator is divided into six yellow and two red distance segments for either side of the vehicle. The Parktronic system is ready to[...]

Driving systems 177 X Switching off Parktronic system: Press Parktronic switch 1 . Indicator lamp 2 comes on. X Switching on Parktronic system: Press Parktronic switch 1 again. Parktronic system malfunction There is a malfunction in the Parktronic system, if only the red distance segments illuminate and an acoustic warning sounds. The Parktronic sy[...]

Climate control system 178 Climate control system Overview of climate control system functions Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Climate control Canada only Automatic climate control The climate control combines an automatic heating and ventilation system with a cooling system. The automatic climate cont[...]

Climate control system 179 Control panels Climate control Canada only Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Q Air volume control ( Y page 187) Climate control on/off i Switches on the climate control system. ( Y page 183) 2 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 185) 3 Temperature control, passenger side i S[...]

Climate control system 180 Function Recommendation/Notes 5 ) Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up. ( Y page 187) 6 2 AC cooling on/off i Switches on the air conditioning. The indicator lamp in button 2 comes on. ( Y page 184) 7 U Air distribution and ai[...]

Climate control system 181 Automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Air distribution, driver’s side ( Y page 187) 2 | Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again. ( Y page 187) 3 Á Temperature control, driver’s side, raising i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). [...]

Climate control system 182 Function Recommendation/Notes 5 Q Increasing air volume ( Y page 187) 6 Á Temperature control, passenger side, raising i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 185) 7 1 Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up. ( Y page 1[...]

Climate control system 183 Function Recommendation/Notes f ´ Climate control on/off i Switches on the climate control system. The indicator lamp in button ´ goes out. ( Y page 183) g U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator lamp in button U comes on. ( Y page 185) Notes on climate control [...]

Climate control system 184 Climate control X Deactivating: Set air volume control 1 ( Y page 179) to position 0 . X Reactivating: Set air volume control 1 to any speed. The previous settings are once again in effect. Automatic climate control X Deactivating: Press button ´ . The indicator lamp in the button comes on. X Reactivating: Press button ?[...]

Climate control system 185 Automatic mode When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, the interior air temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. In automatic mode, cooling with dehumidification is switched on. This function can be switched off if necessary. G Warning! If you switch off the cooling fun[...]

Climate control system 186 i For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position. Center air vents 1 Cockpit air vent, fixed 2 Right center air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable center air vents 4 Left center air vent, adjustable X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel 3 upwa[...]

Climate control system 187 Adjusting air distribution The air distribution can be adjusted separately on each side of the passenger compartment 10 . The symbols on the control represent the following functions: Symbol Function Z Directs air to the windshield and through the side defroster air vents b Directs air into the entire vehicle interior Y D[...]

Climate control system 188 X Activating: Press button 0 11 or P 12 . The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The climate control switches to the following functions automatically: R cooling on to dehumidify R most efficient blower speed and heating power, depending on outside temperature R air flows onto the windshield and the front side windows[...]

Climate control system 189 A quantity of outside air is added after approximately 30 minutes. X Deactivating: Press button , again. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically: R after 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below approximately 41‡ (5†) R after 5 minutes[...]

Rear window defroster 190 The residual heat is deactivated automatically: R when the ignition is switched on R after approximately 30 minutes R if the battery voltage drops Rear window defroster G Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving. Visibility could otherwise be impaired, endangering you [...]

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 191 Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening/ closing procedure. The opening/closing procedure of the tilt/ sliding sunroof can be immediately halted by releasing the sunroof switch or, if [...]

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 192 X Switch on the ignition. Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 . X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached. X Express operation: To open the tilt/ sliding sunroof completely, press the sunroof switch past the resistance po[...]

Soft top (cabriolet) 193 X Keep holding the sunroof switch in direction of arrow 1 for approximately 1 second. X Check the express operation feature ( Y page 192). If the tilt/sliding sunroof opens and closes completely, the roof is synchronized. Otherwise repeat the above steps. Soft top (cabriolet) Safety notes For safety reasons, the soft top mu[...]

Soft top (cabriolet) 194 Make sure to close the soft top when leaving the vehicle. If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! When opening and closing the soft top, make sure R there is sufficient clearance for the soft top to move R the luggage cover is e[...]

Soft top (cabriolet) 195 X Pull up on soft top switch 1 until the soft top is completely lowered into its trunk storage compartment. The windows will also open when you continue to pull up on the soft top switch. Closing X Press soft top switch 1 until the soft top is completely closed and locked. With the SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see page [...]

Soft top (cabriolet) 196 Unlocked status noticed while driving G Warning! Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so and lock the soft top before continuing to drive. You could otherwise endanger yourself and others. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. X Leave the ignition switched on.[...]

Soft top (cabriolet) 197 3 Retainer claw 4 Snap fastener X Press retainer claw 3 on upper section into snap fastener 4 of lower section. 5 Retaining lugs 6 Mounting fixture on right side 7 Catch . Locking / Unlocking X Fold retaining lugs 5 out. X Slide preassembled wind screen into mounting fixture on right side 6 using retaining pin on right side[...]

Loading and storing 198 R Do not place anything on top of or in front of the luggage cover. R Do not place anything on the shelf behind the roll bars. 1 Luggage cover Closing X Pull luggage cover 1 out in direction of arrow until it engages in place. Opening X Press luggage cover 1 in direction of rear seat. Loading and storing Loading instructions[...]

Loading and storing 199 The total load weight including vehicle occupants and luggage/cargo should not exceed the total load limit indicated on the corresponding Tire and Loading Information placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( Y page 237). The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution. [...]

Loading and storing 200 Ski bag (Canada only) G Warning! The ski bag is designed for up to four pairs of skis in the CLK coupe and for two pairs of skis in the CLK cabriolet. Do not load the ski bag with other objects. Always fasten the ski bag securely. In an accident, an unfastened ski bag can cause injury to vehicle occupants. Unfolding ski bag [...]

Loading and storing 201 7 Hook and loop fastener X Unfasten hook and loop fastener 7 . X Pull ski bag into passenger compartment and unfold. 8 Flap 9 Catch X Pull down catch 9 . X Open flap 8 downwards in the direction of the arrow. Unfolding ski bag (CLK coupe) 1 Handle 2 Cover 3 Armrest X Fold armrest 3 down. X Pull handle 1 and swing cover 2 dow[...]

Loading and storing 202 4 Hook and loop fastener X Unfasten hook and loop fastener 4 . X Pull ski bag into passenger compartment and unfold. X Open the trunk. 5 Button X Press button 5 on flap. The flap opens downward. Loading X From trunk, slide skis into ski bag. 6 Strap X Tighten strap 6 by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the [...]

Loading and storing 203 7 Hook 8 Eye X Connect hook 7 to eye 8 located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench. X Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end (arrow). Unloading and folding X Loosen both straps. X Disconnect hook 7 from eye 8 . X Unload skis. X Close flap in trunk. X Fold and flatten ski bag lengthwise. X Place folded ski bag ins[...]

Loading and storing 204 Removing the ski bag G Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk open while the ski bag is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior, resulting in unconsciousness and death. To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always close the cover. CLK cabriolet For ski bag removal, we recomm[...]

Loading and storing 205 Cargo tie-down rings Cargo tie-down rings are only available on the CLK coupe. Four cargo tie-down rings are located in the trunk. Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo. Always follow loading instructions ( Y page 198). Split rear seat bench (coupe) [...]

Loading and storing 206 2 Release handle X Pull release handle 2 . 3 Seat cushion 4 Seat backrest X Fold seat cushion 3 forward. X Fold seat backrest 4 forward. ! Always release the seat cushion and fold it forward before folding the corresponding seat backrest forward. The seat backrest may otherwise be damaged. Setting up seat backrest 5 Indicato[...]

Loading and storing 207 i To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always lock seat backrest in its upright position. Storage compartments G Warning! Do not store any flammable substances inside the vehicle or in the trunk. Otherwise the flammable substances could ignite and start a fire inside the vehicle. To help avoid personal i[...]

Loading and storing 208 Storage/telephone compartment under front center armrest 1 Cover X Opening: Slide cover 1 in direction of arrow. i The contact plate for the mobile phone cradle ( Y page 213), the Roadside Assistance button p ( Y page 216) and the Information button ¡ ( Y page 217) are located in the storage/ telephone compartment. i The ar[...]

Useful features 209 Useful features Cup holders G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids on vehicle occupants and/or vehicle equipment, only use containers that fit into the cup holder. Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents, especially hot liquids, could spill during braking, vehicle maneu[...]

Useful features 210 Sun visors G Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others. 1 Vanity mirror lamp 2 Mounting 3 Holder, e.g. for gas cards 4 Vanity mirror 5 Vanity mirror cover Glare through the windshield X Flip sun vis[...]

Useful features 211 X Switch on the ignition. X Extending/Retracting: Press rear window sunshade switch 1 briefly. Ashtrays Center console ashtray G Warning! Remove front ashtray insert only with vehicle standing still. 1 Cover plate 2 Sliding knob 3 Ashtray insert X Opening: Briefly press the bottom of cover plate 1 . X Removing ashtray insert: Se[...]

Useful features 212 Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 58. G Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only. Make sure any children traveling with you do not injure themselves or start a fire with the hot cigarette lighter. If the engine is off and the cigarette lighter i[...]

Useful features 213 Telephone i Various mobile phone cradles can be installed in the front center armrest, see separate installation instructions for the mobile phone cradle. These mobile phone cradles can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The functions and services available to you while using the mobile phone depend on your ser[...]

Useful features 214 Tele Aid ! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed. To ensure your system is activated and operational, please press the ¡ button to perform the acquaintance call. Failure to complete either of these steps may result in a system that is not activated. If you have any questions regardin[...]

Useful features 215 If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as expected. In case of an emergency, help will have to be summoned by other means. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possibl[...]

Useful features 216 Initiating an emergency call manually 1 Cover 2 SOS button X Briefly press on cover 1 to open. X Press SOS button 2 briefly. The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded. X Wait for a voice connection to the Response Center. X Close cover 1 after the emergency call is concluded. G Warning! [...]

Useful features 217 connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate a Roadside Assistance call (e.g. the relevant cellular phone network is not available). The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display. X Terminating calls: Press button t on the multifunction steering wheel. or X Press the r[...]

Useful features 218 use it only with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location. Remove the phone from the mobile phone cradle and place the call. The navigation system (if engaged) will continue to run. The display in the instrument cluster is available for use, and spoken commands are only available by pressing the RPT button on the COMAND sy[...]

Useful features 219 Garage door opener The integrated remote control can operate up to three separately controlled devices compatible with HomeLink ® or some other systems. G Warning! Before programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator, make sure people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent p[...]

Useful features 220 X Step 4: Using both hands, simultaneously press hand-held remote control button 6 and the desired signal transmitter button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ). Do not release the buttons until step 5 is completed. Indicator lamp 1 will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. i Indicator lamp 1 flashes immediately the first time the signal transmitte[...]

Useful features 221 signal transmitter to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to “time-out” in the same manner. If you live in Canada or if you are having difficulties programming a gate operator (regardless of where you live) by using the programming procedures, replace ste[...]

Useful features 222 Programming tips If you are having difficulty programming the integrated remote control, here are some helpful tips: R Check the frequency of hand-held remote control 5 (typically located on the reverse side of the remote). The integrated remote control is compatible with radio-frequency devices operating between 280-390 MHz. R [...]

Useful features 223 Floormats G Warning! Whenever you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fastened. Floormats should always be securely fastened using the fastening equipment. Before driving off, check that the floormats are securely in place and adjust them if necessary. A loose floormat cou[...]

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The first 1000 miles (1500 km) 226 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously you treat[...]

At the gas station 227 At the gas station Refueling G Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious personal injury. Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing cont[...]

At the gas station 228 1 Fuel filler flap 2 Fuel filler cap X Turn off the engine. i Leaving the engine running and the fuel filler cap open can cause the yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp to flash and the malfunction indicator lamp ú (USA only) or ± (Canada only) to illuminate. For more information, see also “Practical hints” ( Y page 31[...]

Engine compartment 229 Engine compartment Hood G Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and/or others. Opening G Warning! If you see flames or smoke coming from the engine compartment, or if the coolant[...]

Engine compartment 230 2 Handle X Push handle 2 under the hood upwards. X Pull up on the hood and then release it. The hood will be automatically held open at shoulder height by gas-filled struts. Closing G Warning! When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that you do not close the hood on anyone. Make su[...]

Engine compartment 231 Checking engine oil level X Open the hood ( Y page 229). CLK 350/CLK 550 1 Oil dipstick 2 Upper (max) mark 3 Lower (min) mark X Pull out oil dipstick 1 . CLK 63 AMG 1 Oil dipstick 2 Upper (max) mark 3 Lower (min) mark X Pull out oil dipstick 1 . X Wipe oil dipstick 1 clean. X Fully insert oil dipstick 1 into the dipstick guid[...]

Engine compartment 232 covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. CLK 350/CLK 550 1 Filler cap CLK 63 AMG 1 Filler cap X Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. X Add engine oil as required. Be careful not to overfill with oil. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding. Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water. ! E[...]

Engine compartment 233 scalding hot fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure. R Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts. Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts. 1 Cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Marking bar in the expansion tank X Using a rag, turn cap 1 slowly approximately 1 / [...]

Tires and wheels 234 X Opening washer fluid reservoir: Pull tab of cap 1 upwards. X Refill the washer fluid reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water (or commercially available premixed washer solvent/ antifreeze, depending on ambient temperatures) ( Y page 380). X Closing washer fluid reservoir: Press cap 1 onto [...]

Tires and wheels 235 speed with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire. Important guidelines R Only use sets of tires and rims of the same type and make. R Tires must be of the correct size for the rim. R Break in new tires for approximately 60 miles (100 km) at moderate speeds. R Regularly check the tires and rims for d[...]

Tires and wheels 236 (1.6 mm), we recommend that you do not allow your tires to wear down to that level. As tread depth approaches 1 / 8 in (3 mm), the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced. Depending upon the weather and/or road surface (conditions), the tire traction varies widely. Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adh[...]

Tires and wheels 237 Loading the vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. (1) The Tire and Loading Information placard can be found on the driver’s door B-pillar. This placard tells you important information about the number of people that can be in the vehicle and the total weight that can be carried in the [...]

Tires and wheels 238 on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The combined weight of all occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue load (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced in that statement. Seating capacity The seating capacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle. Observ[...]

Tires and wheels 239 vehicle stated on the vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information placard ( Y page 238). Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Seating configuration Occupants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo/luggage and trai[...]

Tires and wheels 240 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The total allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). To assure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible weight limits (GVWR and GAWR for front and rear axle), have the loaded vehicle (including driver, passengers and all cargo and, if applicable, trai[...]

Tires and wheels 241 1 Tire and Loading Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressures The Tire and Loading Information placard lists the recommended cold tire inflation pressures for maximum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment. Important notes on tire inf[...]

Tires and wheels 242 Underinflated tires can R cause excessive and uneven tire wear R adversely affect fuel economy R lead to tire failure from being overheated R adversely affect handling characteristics Overinflated tires G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect hand[...]

Tires and wheels 243 stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen. Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge. X Install the valve cap. X Repeat this procedure for each tire. Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) While the vehicle is being driven, the Run Flat Indicator monitors the set tire inflation pressures by evaluating each wheel?[...]

Tires and wheels 244 Restarting the Run Flat Indicator The Run Flat Indicator must be restarted in the following situations: R after you have changed the tire inflation pressure R after you have replaced the wheels or tires R after you have installed new wheels or tires X Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pilla[...]

Tires and wheels 245 information on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The TPMS is not able to issue a warning due to a sudden dramatic loss of pressure (e.g. tire blowout caused by a foreign object). In this case bring the vehicle to a halt by carefully applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers. G Warning! Each tire, including th[...]

Tires and wheels 246 i This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the use[...]

Tires and wheels 247 Tire Pressure Monitor Restarted After driving a few minutes the system verifies that the current tire inflation pressures are within the system’s specified range. Afterwards, the current tire inflation pressures are accepted as reference values and then monitored. X If you wish to cancel: Press button ç . MOExtended system T[...]

Tires and wheels 248 3 Radial tire code 4 Rim diameter 5 Tire load rating 6 Tire speed rating i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. General: Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter p[...]

Tires and wheels 249 maximum load associated with the load index is indicated in kilograms and lbs. For additional information on tire load rating, see “Load identification” ( Y page 250). Tire speed rating G Warning! Even when permitted by law, never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of the tires. Exceeding the [...]

Tires and wheels 250 Index Speed rating H M+S 17 up to 130 mph (210 km/h) V M+S 17 up to 149 mph (240 km/h) i Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. Make sure the tires you use show M+S and the mountain/ snowflake . marking on the tire sidewall. These tires meet specific snow traction performance requirements of the Rubber Manu[...]

Tires and wheels 251 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) U.S. tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall of each tire produced. The TIN is a unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufactures to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning [...]

Tires and wheels 252 1 Maximum tire load rating i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. The maximum tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support. For more information on tire load rating, see ( Y page 248). For information on calcula[...]

Tires and wheels 253 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S. Government requirement designed to give drivers consistent and reliable information regarding tire performance. Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. Alt[...]

Tires and wheels 254 Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires ( Y page 258) with a minimum tread depth of approximately 1 / 6 in (4 mm) on all four wheels for the winter season to ensure normal balanced handling characteristics. On packed snow, they can reduce your stopping distance compared to summer tires. Stopping distance, however, is still consid[...]

Tires and wheels 255 Aspect ratio Dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width expressed in percentage. Bar Another metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the ti[...]

Tires and wheels 256 Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the vehicle is designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms (150 lb). Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at their designated seating positions. Production options weight The combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 5 [...]

Tires and wheels 257 Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Treadwear indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars” that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm) of tread remains. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a ti[...]

Winter driving 258 Winter driving General information Have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Winter tires G Warning! Winter tires with a tread depth of less than 1 / 6 in (4 mm) must be replaced. They are no longer suitable for winter operation. G Warning! If you use your spare wheel when winter tires are fitted on the [...]

Winter driving 259 Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. R Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location. Always check local and state laws before installing snow chains. R Do not use snow chains on the spare wheel. i When driving with snow chains, you may wish to switch off the ESP ® ( Y page 66) before setting the [...]

Driving instructions 260 Driving instructions Drive sensibly – save fuel To save fuel you should: R Keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures. R Remove unnecessary loads. R CLK coupe: Remove roof rack when not in use. R Allow engine to warm up under low load use. R Avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration. R Have all maintenance work [...]

Driving instructions 261 surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Continuous or hard braking G Warning! Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads. It can also result in the brakes overheating, thereby significantly reduc[...]

Driving instructions 262 of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired. This could result in an accident. ! Because the ESP ® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1 ) when the parking br[...]

Driving instructions 263 ! Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Hydroplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, hydroplaning may occur, even at low speeds and wi[...]

Driving instructions 264 Only operate the audio system or COMAND 18 (Cockpit Management and Data System) if road, weather and traffic conditions permit. Otherwise, you may not be able to observe traffic conditions and could endanger yourself and others. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a [...]

Maintenance 265 Maintenance Notes The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks the distance driven and the time elapsed since the last maintenance service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly. We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced at an authorized Mercedes- [...]

Maintenance 266 Maintenance service term exceeded If you have exceeded the suggested maintenance service term, you will see the following message in the multifunction display: Service A Exceeded By XXXXX Miles (Km) Service A Exceeded By XXX Days In addition, a signal sounds when the message appears. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset th[...]

Vehicle care 267 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Notes Regular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your vehicle. G Warning! Many cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are poisonous, others are flammable. Always follow the instructions on the particular container. Always open your vehicle’s doors or windows when cle[...]

Vehicle care 268 here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The following topics deal with the cleaning and care of your vehicle and give important “how-to” information as well as references to Mercedes-Benz approved vehicle-care products. Power washer ! Follow the instructions provided by the power washer[...]

Vehicle care 269 Hand-wash X Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. X Only use a soft, wet cloth or sponge to clean the vehicle. X Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. X Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water. X Do not spray directly towards the ventilation int[...]

Vehicle care 270 Never use a power washer to clean the soft top, as you may damage the soft top material. Do not use sharp-edged instruments for the removal of ice and snow. Never use hot-wax when you run the vehicle through an automatic car wash, as you may damage the soft top material. i Depending on the operation mode of the car wash, there is t[...]

Vehicle care 271 1 Parktronic system sensors in front bumper X Only clean sensors 1 by hand. X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water and a soft, non- scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers. ! Applying strong pressure may damage the sensor covers. Cleaning the windows and the [...]

Vehicle care 272 may also damage the wheel paint if the vehicle is not driven after cleaning. Therefore, the vehicle’s brake system should always be warmed-up before it is parked after cleaning. Drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry. When applying Mercedes-Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care p[...]

Vehicle care 273 intermediate cover, contact-discoloration will be prevented. G Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the active head restraints and/or the deployment of the[...]

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275 Vehicle equipment ............................ 276 Where will I find ...? .......................... 276 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 279 What to do if … .................................. 308 Unlocking/locking manually ........... 320 Opening/closing in an emergency .. 322 Resetting activated h[...]

Where will I find ...? 276 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Where will I find ...? First aid kit i Check expiration dates and co[...]

Where will I find ...? 277 ! To prevent damage, always disengage the floor handle from the upper trunk lip and lower the trunk floor before closing the trunk. Vehicles with spare wheel X Remove the luggage box ( Y page 278). Example illustration 1 Vehicle tool kit X After finishing work: Reinstall the luggage box to secure the spare wheel ( Y page [...]

Where will I find ...? 278 you or others could be injured, as the jack is designed only for the purpose of changing a wheel. When using the jack, observe the safety notes in the “Mounting the spare wheel” section and the notes on the jack. X Take the jack from the vehicle tool kit ( Y page 276). Storage position X Turn the crank handle in the d[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 279 X Remove retaining screw 1 by turning it counterclockwise. X Remove luggage box 2 . Example illustration 3 Mounting direction indicator 4 Spare wheel 5 Storage well casing X Remove storage well casing 5 . X Remove spare wheel 4 . The spare wheel bolts are fixed at the spare wheel rim. X Take [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 280 wheel. They are then stored in the Vehicle status message memory menu ( Y page 131). Remember that clearing a message will only make the message disappear. Clearing a message will not correct the condition that caused the message to appear. G Warning! All categories of messages contain import[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 281 Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS ABS, ESP Unavailable See Operator’s Man. The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, the ABS, the BAS and the ESP ® are unavailable. X Continue driving with added cau[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 282 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ESP Unavailable See Operator’s Manual The brake system still functions normally but due to insufficient power supply the ESP ® is unavailable. The ABS and the BAS may not be operational. X Continue driving with added caution. Wh[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 283 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual The front passenger front air bag is activated while driving even though a child, small individual, or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front passenger se[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 284 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ( Y page 47) has deactivated the front passenger front air bag. R the message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator’s Manual should not appear in the mu[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 285 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator’s Manual The front passenger front air bag is deactivated while driving even though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat. Forces act[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 286 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display. If above conditions are met, you can occupy the front passenger seat again. Depending on the front passenger classification sensed by the[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 287 Vehicle Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution P Selector Lever In Park You have opened the driver’s door while the engine was not running and the automatic transmission was not in park position P . X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P . You have at[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 288 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tire Pressure Check Tires The Run Flat Indicator indicates that the pressure is too low in one or more tires. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic situation ar[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 289 G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely af[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 290 Symbol messages Brake Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution 2 Brake Wear The brake pads have reached their wear limit. X Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible. ! Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected by a qualified technician at the intervals specif[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 291 G Warning! Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts an[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 292 For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessaril[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 293 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution K Open/Close Top Completely The soft top is not properly locked. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location. Observe the traffic situation around you. X Lock the soft top again ( Y page 195). X If the soft top still does lock properly, [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 294 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution I Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is not detected while the engine is running because the SmartKey is not in the vehicle. X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. X Engage the parking brake. X Search for the[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 295 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution _ Steering oil Service Required The steering gear oil level is too low. There is a danger of steering gear damage. X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! If the level of steering gear oil in res[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 296 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution B Top Up Coolant See Operator’s Man. The coolant level is too low. X Add coolant ( Y page 232). X If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! Do not spi[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 297 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Stop vehicle, turn engine off. The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engage the parking brake. X Only start the engine again after the[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 298 ! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Practical hints[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 299 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Stop vehicle, turn engine off. The poly-V-belt could be broken. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Check the poly-V-belt. X If it is broken: Do not continu[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 300 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution If the coolant temperature is below 248‡ (120†), you may continue driving to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine (e.g. by driving uphill) as well as stop-and-go traffic. X Have the fan [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 301 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution N Check oil level at next refueling. The engine oil has dropped to a critical level. X Check the engine oil level ( Y page 230) and add engine oil as required ( Y page 231). X If you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 302 Lamps Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Active Headlamps Inoperative The active Bi-Xenon cornering lamps system is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. . Active Headlamps Auxiliary Bulb On The active Bi-Xenon headlamps[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 303 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Marker Lamp Front Left or Marker Lamp Front Right The front left side or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. . Front Left Parking Lamp or Front Right Parking[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 304 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . AUTO-Light Inoperative The light sensor is malfunctioning. The headlamps come on automatically. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. To switch off the headlamps (U.S. vehicles only): X In the control [...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 305 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Tail Lamp Left Auxiliary Bulb On or Tail Lamp Right Auxiliary Bulb On The left or right tail lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used. X Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( Y page 332). . Turn Signal Rear Left A[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 306 Tires Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Please correct the tire pressure. The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires. or The tire pressure of the individual tires differ from each other significantly. X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required[...]

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 307 Practical hints Z[...]

What to do if … 308 What to do if … Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrument cluster fails to come on during the bulb self- check when switching on the ignition, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary. When you switch on the ignition, all lamps (except low-beam headlamp indicator lamp[...]

What to do if … 309 Brake Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ABS has detected a malfunction and switched off. The BAS and ESP ® are also switched off (see messages in multifunction display). The brake system is still functioning normally but without the[...]

What to do if … 310 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running. The ABS is temporarily not available. The ESP ® and the BAS are also unavailable. The self-diagnosis has not been completed yet. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the systems sp[...]

What to do if … 311 Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be seriously burned. ! If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or below, have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks. S[...]

What to do if … 312 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you additionally hear an intermittent warning chime with increasing intensity. The vehicle’s speed once exceeded 15 mph (25 km/h) and you and/or your front passenger have forgotten to fasten your seat belts. X Fa[...]

What to do if … 313 For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury[...]

What to do if … 314 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions v The yellow ESP ® warning lamp flashes while driving. The ESP ® or Electronic Traction System (ETS) has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. The cruise control is deactivated. X When driving off, apply as little throttle as possibl[...]

What to do if … 315 Engine Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ú (USA only) ± (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running. There may be a malfunction in: R The fuel management system R The ignition system R The emission control system R Systems which affect emissions Such mal[...]

What to do if … 316 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Ì The red coolant temperature warning lamp comes on when the engine is running. There is insufficient coolant in the reservoir. If this warning lamp comes on frequently, there is a leak in the cooling system. If the coolant level is correct, the electric radiator fan may [...]

What to do if … 317 Tires Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions H USA only: Combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the TPMS illuminates continuously. The TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Obse[...]

What to do if … 318 Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has not reached the level to[...]

What to do if … 319 G Warning! If the 56 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the front passenger seat, do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions 56 T[...]

Unlocking/locking manually 320 Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock the driver’s door and the trunk using the mechanical key. i Unlocking the vehicle with the mechanical key and opening the driver’s door or the trunk will trigger the anti-theft alarm syste[...]

Unlocking/locking manually 321 X Turn mechanical key 1 back and remove it from the trunk lid lock. Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, lock it as follows: X Close the passenger door and the trunk. X Press the central locking switch ( Y page 77). X Check to see whether the locking knob on the pass[...]

Opening/closing in an emergency 322 X Simultaneously push tool 2 downward and move the gear selector lever out of park position P . X Remove tool 2 . The gear selector lever is unlocked. i The gear selector lever is locked again as soon as you move it back to park position P . Opening/closing in an emergency Operating roll bars manually (cabriolet)[...]

Opening/closing in an emergency 323 2 Hex wrench X Insert long side of hex wrench 2 into opening. X Using hex wrench 2 , press release catch down in direction of arrow. The roll bar extends with a loud sound. X Repeat this step for the second roll bar. Have the systems checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Lowering roll[...]

Opening/closing in an emergency 324 These messages will also appear in the multifunction display ( Y page 293). If automatic operation still does not function properly, you can close the soft top manually. This procedure should be performed with great care by two persons. ! Manually closing the soft top is a complicated and technically demanding pr[...]

Opening/closing in an emergency 325 2 Trim X Detach trim 2 along the perforation. 3 Locking mechanism X Pull locking mechanism 3 out until it stops and rotate it approximately one-quarter of a turn. X Make sure the locking mechanism does not retract again. If this happens, pull the locking mechanism out again and rotate it approximately one-quarter[...]

Opening/closing in an emergency 326 8 Strap X Pull strap 8 , supplied in vehicle tool kit, behind soft top storage compartment through hinge 7 . X Bring strap together in front of hinge. X Pull the side with the handle through the loop on the opposite side. X Pull strap between soft top storage compartment hinge and soft top compartment. X Secure s[...]

Opening/closing in an emergency 327 X You and your assistant should each take one of the straps by the handle. X With a strong, simultaneous tug on the loops, pull soft top compartment cover upward and out to the rear. 9 Soft top compartment cover X One person should stand on the left side of the vehicle and the other on the right side. G Warning! [...]

Opening/closing in an emergency 328 c Opening d Locking X Take off protective cap on the inner side of the soft top. X Insert hex wrench into soft top locking mechanism screw. X Turn the soft top locking mechanism screw with hex wrench clockwise in direction of arrow c as far as it will go. The clasp will open and the soft top will engage audibly. [...]

Resetting activated head restraints 329 down with the palms of your hands until it snaps into place in the guide. Place your hands on the areas indicated by the arrows. At the same time, gently press material tensioning frame e down with the palms of your hands. G Warning! Position hands as indicated by arrows so that when you press soft top compar[...]

Replacing SmartKey batteries 330 1 Reset tool 2 Rectangular opening 3 Press head restraint cushion X Take reset tool 1 out of the Mercedes- Benz literature pouch. X Guide reset tool 1 into rectangular opening 2 between active head restraint cushion and head restraint cover. X Press reset tool 1 downward in direction of arrow until you hear the head[...]

Replacing SmartKey batteries 331 sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling. When inserting the batteries, make sure they are clean and free of lint. When replacing batteries, always replace both batteries. i The required replacement batteries are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacement batteries: Lithium, type[...]

Replacing bulbs 332 Replacing bulbs Safety notes Safe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling to a large degree. Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustm[...]

Replacing bulbs 333 Front lamps Lamp Type 1 Additional turn signal lamp LED 2 Turn signal lamp 1156 NA 3 Halogen headlamp: Low beam H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamp: Low and high beam 22 D2S-35 W 4 Halogen headlamp: High beam/high-beam flasher H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamp: High-beam flasher H7 (55 W) Parking and standing lamp W 5 W 5 Front fog lamp H11 ([...]

Replacing bulbs 334 Replacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following: X Switch off the ignition. X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M . X Open the hood ( Y page 229). 1 Housing cover for low-beam halogen or Bi- Xenon headlamp 2 Housing cover for high-beam headlamp/ high-beam flasher bulb[...]

Replacing bulbs 335 Front turn signal lamp bulb X Turn bulb socket 3 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. X Gently press onto the bulb and turn it counterclockwise out of bulb socket 3 . X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket 3 and turn it clockwise until it engages. X Place bulb socket 3 back into the housing and turn it clockwise u[...]

Replacing wiper blades 336 X Reinstall the bulb carrier and let tab 2 engage. X Connect the electrical connector 1 until it engages. X Reinstall trim panel. License plate lamps 1 Screws 2 Lamp cover X Loosen screws 1 of lamp cover to be removed. X Remove lamp cover 2 . X Replace the bulb. X Reinstall lamp cover 2 . X Retighten screws 1 . Replacing [...]

Flat tire 337 ! Hold on to the wiper arm. If released, the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield. X Carefully fold the wiper arm back to rest on the windshield. Installing wiper blades 1 Recess 2 Tab 3 Locking 4 Taper piece 5 Square recess X Lift up the wiper arm as far as you need to position the wiper blade und[...]

Flat tire 338 Do not switch off the ESP ® when a spare wheel is mounted. Preparing the vehicle X Park the vehicle in a safe distance from moving traffic on a hard, flat surface when possible. X Turn on the hazard warning flasher. X Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are in a straight-ahead position. X Engage the parking brake. X Shif[...]

Flat tire 339 If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT, change clothing as soon as possible. In case of allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician immediately. G Warning! Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immed[...]

Flat tire 340 X Stick TIREFIT container 1 upside down into notch 2 of the electric air pump. 8 Filler hose 9 Tire valve X Unscrew the valve cap of the damaged tire from tire valve 9 . Version 1 a Vent screw b Pressure gauge X Version 1 only: Close vent screw a on pressure gauge b . X Screw filler hose 8 onto tire valve 9 . X Insert electrical plug [...]

Flat tire 341 X Drive vehicle back or forth very slowly approximately 30 ft (10 m). This serves to better distribute the TIREFIT sealant material inside the tire. X Unscrew the air pump’s air hose 5 from flange 6 of TIREFIT container 1 . X Screw air hose 5 onto tire valve 9 . X Inflate the tire again. G Warning! If a tire inflation pressure of 26[...]

Flat tire 342 If the tire inflation pressure is at least 20 psi (1.3 bar), inflate or deflate the tire to the correct tire inflation pressure (see Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar): Version 2 a Deflate button b Pressure gauge X To increase tire inflation pressure: Switch on the electric air pump. X Version 1: To [...]

Flat tire 343 For information on where to find the respective items, see “Where will I find ...?” ( Y page 276) and ( Y page 278). Lifting the vehicle G Warning! When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at th[...]

Flat tire 344 1 Wheel wrench X On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with wrench 1 ). The jack take-up brackets are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings. G Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack t[...]

Flat tire 345 Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bolt X Unscrew uppermost wheel bolt and remove it. X Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt 1 supplied with the vehicle tool kit. X Remove the remaining bolts. ! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt. This could result in damage to the wheel bolts and wheel hub threads. X Remove the wheel. Attach[...]

Flat tire 346 ! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt. X Guide the spare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it on. X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten them slightly. X Unscrew the alignment bolt. X Install last wheel bolt and tighten it slightly. Lowering the vehicle X Lower the[...]

Battery 347 G Warning! In emergency mode, your vehicle’s driving characteristics are diminished in such situations as: R driving around curves R while braking R while accelerating rapidly Therefore, your driving style must be adapted accordingly. Avoid abrupt steering and driving maneuvers, as well as driving over obstacles (road curbs, potholes,[...]

Battery 348 Battery acid is caustic. Do not allow it to come into contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear suitable protective clothing, especially gloves, apron and faceguard. Wear eye protection. Rinse any acid spills immediately with clear water. Contact a physician if necessary. Keep children away. Follow the instructions in this Operator’s [...]

Jump starting 349 electronic components could be severely damaged. Have the battery checked regularly at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for maintenance intervals or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. i After battery power was interrupted, do the following: R Set the clock ( Y page 1[...]

Jump starting 350 ! Jump starting should only be performed using the jump-start terminals located in the engine compartment. Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Do not attempt to start the engine using a battery quick-charge unit. If the engine does not run after several unsuccessful starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest autho[...]

Towing the vehicle 351 X Connect positive terminals 1 and 2 with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to positive terminal 1 of the charged battery first. X Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed. X Connect negative terminals 3 and 4 with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to negative terminal 4 of the charged battery fi[...]

Towing the vehicle 352 Installing towing eye bolt Depending on whether you are towing a vehicle or you are being towed, the towing eye bolt can be screwed into threaded holes which are located behind covers on each bumper. Removing cover in front bumper Example illustration CLK 350 1 Cover X Press mark on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow. X Lift c[...]

Towing the vehicle 353 Fixing towing eye bolt Example illustration CLK 350 1 Towing eye bolt X Take the towing eye bolt and the wheel wrench from the vehicle tool kit. X Screw towing eye bolt 1 clockwise into threaded hole to its stop. X Insert wheel wrench into towing eye and tighten towing eye bolt 1 by turning it clockwise. Removing towing eye b[...]

Towing the vehicle 354 important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly. X Make sure the ignition is switched on. X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N[...]

Fuses 355 Fuses Introduction The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits. If a fuse is blown, the components and systems secured by that fuse will stop operating. G Warning! Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question and do not attempt to repair or bridg[...]

Fuses 356 X Closing: Hook cover 1 into the opening at the front. X Press cover 1 back on until it engages. ! The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as described to prevent moisture or dirt from entering the fuse box and possibly impairing fuse operation. Fuse box in trunk CLK coupe The fuse box is located in the trunk behind the left-hand t[...]

Fuses 357 4 Fuse box cover 5 Clamps X With a dry cloth, remove any moisture from the fuse box 1 . X Opening: Release clamps 5 . X Remove fuse box cover 4 . X Closing: Make sure the sealing rubber is positioned properly. X Press fuse box cover 4 down and secure with clamps 5 . ! The fuse box cover must be installed properly to prevent moisture and/o[...]

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359 Vehicle equipment ............................ 360 Parts service ..................................... 360 Warranty coverage ........................... 360 Identification labels .......................... 361 Engine ................................................ 363 Rims and tires ................................... 365 Electrical system ...[...]

Warranty coverage 360 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Ge[...]

Identification labels 361 Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s door B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can b[...]

Identification labels 362 i Data shown on certification label are for illustration purposes only. These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle. 4 Carpet 5 VIN X Move the front passenger seat backward as far as possible ( Y p[...]

Engine 363 Engine Model CLK 350 (209.356, 209.456) 23 CLK 550 (209.372, 209.472) 23 CLK 63 AMG (209.477) 23,24 Engine 272 273 156 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 6 8 8 Bore 3.66 in (92.90 mm) 3.86 in (98.00 mm) 4.02 in (102.20 mm) Stroke 3[...]

Engine 364 Model CLK 350 (209.356, 209.456) 23 CLK 550 (209.372, 209.472) 23 CLK 63 AMG (209.477) 23,24 Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 Poly-V-belt 2 404 mm 2 404 mm (CLK coupe) 2 380 mm (CLK cabriolet) 2 360 mm Technical data[...]

Rims and tires 365 Rims and tires Notes ! Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best possible performance in conjunction with the driving safety systems on your vehicle such as the ABS or the ESP ® . Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and app[...]

Rims and tires 366 Same size tires Model CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMG 26 Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2 8 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.34 in (34 mm) Winter tires 27,28 225/45 R17 91H M+S . or 225/45 R17 91H M+S . MOExtended 29 225/45 R17 91H M+S . or 225/45 R17 91H M+S . MOExtended 29 225/40 R18 92V XL (Ext[...]

Rims and tires 367 Mixed size tires Model CLK 350 CLK 550 Front axle Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.42 in (36 mm) All-season tires 32 225/45 R17 91H M+S — Summer tires 32,33 225/45 R17 91W MOExtended 225/45 R17 91W MOExtended Rear axle Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 17 H2 8.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset 1.18 [...]

Rims and tires 368 Model CLK 350 CLK 350 (Grand Edition) CLK 550 CLK 63 AMG 35 Front axle AMG rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 18 H2 8 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.46 in (37 mm) 1.46 in (37 mm) 1.34 in (34 mm) Summer tires 36 225/45 R17 91Y 225/40 ZR18 92Y XL (Extra Load) 225/40 ZR18 92Y XL (Extra Load) Rear axle AMG rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x [...]

Rims and tires 369 Spare wheel ! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the tire to the recommende[...]

Electrical system 370 Electrical system Model CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMG 40 Alternator 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/2.1 kW Battery 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/100 Ah Spark plugs Type Bosch Platin Y 7 MPP33 NGK PLKR 6A Bosch F8 DPP 332 NGK PFR 5R-11 NGK ILZKAR 7A10 Electrode gap 0.031 in (0.8 mm) 0.039[...]

Main dimensions 371 Main dimensions Model CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMG 41 Overall vehicle length 183.4 in (4 657 mm) 183.4 in (4 657 mm) 183.4 in (4 657 mm) Overall vehicle width, exterior rear view mirrors folded out 78.4 in (1 991 mm) 78.4 in (1 991 mm) 78.4 in (1 991 mm) Overall vehicle height (CLK coupe) 56.9 in (1 446 mm) 56.9 in (1 446 mm) — [...]

Weights 372 Weights Model All models Roof load 43 max. 220 lb (100 kg) Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg) 43 CLK coupe only. Technical data[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 373 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. For information on tested and approved products, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). G Warning! [...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 374 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Rear axle CLK 350 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90 CLK 550 1.3 US qt (1.2 l) CLK 63 AMG 44 1.3 US qt (1.2 l) Fuchs Titan EG 5010 D Power steering All models except CLK 63 AMG 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) MB Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) CLK 63 AMG 44 1[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 375 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Washer system 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) MB Windshield Washer Concentrate 47 ( Y page 380) Washer fluid mixing ratio ( Y page 380) Washer system and headlamp cleaning system 6.4 US qt (6.0 l) Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 376 Viscosity grades for engine oils Using the chart below, select oil viscosity according to the lowest air temperature expected before the next oil change. Engine oil additives ! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 377 with premium unleaded gasoline as soon as possible. R Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration. R Do not exceed an engine speed of 3 000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two persons and no luggage. R Do not exceed 2 / 3 of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is full[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 378 Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides: R Corrosion protection R Freeze protection R Boiling protection (by increasing the boiling point) The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approximately -35‡ (-37†[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 379 Model Approximate freeze protection -35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†) Cooling system CLK 350 3.8 US qt (3.55 l) 4.1 US qt (3.9 l) CLK 550 4.9 US qt (4.6 l) 5.3 US qt (5.1 l) CLK 63 AMG 50 5.8 US qt (5.5 l) 6.3 US qt (6.0 l) 50 Canada only. Technical data Z[...]

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 380 Washer system and headlamp cleaning system 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. X Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”. X Mix with water for temperat[...]

Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and Genuine Mercedes- Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz C[...]

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