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Mercedes-Benz 2001 CL 500, Operator'S Manual

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Malfunction and warning messages

Technical

data

Instruments 
and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument 

cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Index

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL (ABC)

* C = Category, see page 297

1 The display or the system is malfunctioning.

2 The capability of the system is restricted.

Important!

When the message “ACTIVE BODY CONTROL – DRIVE 
CAREFULLY!” appears, do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 
(80 km/h). The vehicle driving characteristics are 
changed due to a noticeably softer suspension.
In this case visit your Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as 
possible.
Do not continue to drive if loss of hydraulic fluid or 
leaks are noticed. Doing so could result in subsequent 
damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz 
Limited Warranty.

Line 1

Line 2

C

*

DISPLAY DEFECTIVE

VISIT WORKSHOP!

1

2

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL

DRIVE CAREFULLY!

2

1

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL

STOP, CAR TOO LOW!

3

1

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL

VISIT WORKSHOP!

4

2

Summary of Contents for 2001 CL 500

Page 1: ...CL Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...CL 500 CL 55 AMG CL 600...

Page 3: ...hip and for your safety and that of your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of your time Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside Then return it to your vehicle where it...

Page 4: ...lid 50 Central locking switch 50 Automatic central locking 52 Emergency unlocking in case of accident 52 Trunk 53 Trunk lid release switch 57 Trunk lid release close switch 58 Trunk lid emergency rel...

Page 5: ...e 146 Flexible service system FSS 147 Tire inflation pressure monitor 150 Engine oil level indicator 154 Engine oil consumption 155 Exterior lamp switch 156 Headlamp mode 157 Night security illuminati...

Page 6: ...driving 239 Pedals 240 Power assistance 240 Brakes 240 Driving off 241 Parking 242 Tires 243 Snow chains 245 Winter driving instructions 246 Deep water 248 Passenger compartment 248 Traveling abroad 2...

Page 7: ...ANT coolant temperature 305 LIGHTING SYSTEM 306 LIGHT SENSOR 308 SEAT BELT SYSTEM 308 TELEPHONE FUNCTION 309 CRUISE CONTROL 309 ACTIVE BODY CONTROL ABC 310 TIRE PRESSURE 312 ENGINE OIL LEVEL 314 SEAT...

Page 8: ...p roof 369 Replacing wiper blades 370 Trunk lamp 371 Roof rack 372 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle 374 Power washer 375 Tar stains 376 Paintwork painted body components 376 Engine cleani...

Page 9: ...f poly V belt drive 387 Technical data 388 Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities 393 Engine oils 395 Engine oil additives 395 Air conditioner refrigerant 395 Brake fluid 395 Premium unleaded gasoli...

Page 10: ...ther products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such parts and a...

Page 11: ...ty Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual Therefore you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle If you have any questions about...

Page 12: ...substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or 2 the same substantial non conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once dire...

Page 13: ...ur address be sure to send in the Change of Address Notice found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet or simply call the Mercedes Benz Client Assistance Center in the USA at 1 800 FOR MERCe...

Page 14: ...ls will damage the catalysts gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating and improper fuel can cause engine damage Certain Mercedes Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our...

Page 15: ...in this manual including operating instructions wherever necessary Since they are special order items the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your veh...

Page 16: ...the instrument cluster with brief instructions Practical hints Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency Car care Instructions on caring for your vehicle Technical data All the importan...

Page 17: ...ve the problem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Center management or if necessary contact us at t...

Page 18: ...ation NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may o...

Page 19: ......

Page 20: ...cal data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instruments and controls Instruments and controls 18 Door control panel 20 Overhead contro...

Page 21: ...18 Instruments and controls Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instruments and controls 3...

Page 22: ...ical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index 1 Door control panel see page 20 2 Overhead control panel see page 21 3 Dashboard see pag...

Page 23: ...ar view mirror and exterior mirror settings see page 111 3 Seat heater see page 76 Seat ventilation see page 79 4 Front seat adjustment see page 67 5 Exterior mirror adjustment see page 107 Exterior m...

Page 24: ...nts Car care Index Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting see page 184 2 Sliding pop up roof see page 181 3 Tele Aid emergency call system see page 210 4 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid telepho...

Page 25: ...controls Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Dashboard 3 8 7 6 4 2 3 1 9 13 12 11 10 15 17 18 17 18 19 21 20 16 14 22 2...

Page 26: ...page 105 10 Combination switch see page 160 11 Cruise control switch see page 250 or Distronic DTR switch see page 253 12 Multifunction steering wheel see page 120 Driver airbag see page 92 Horn with...

Page 27: ...e body control see page 275 4 Rear seat head restraints automatic see page 81 5 Hazard warning flasher switch see page 163 6 Central locking switch see page 50 7 Antitheft alarm system see page 62 Swi...

Page 28: ...e Index 12 Ashtray see page 196 Lighter see page 198 13 Start Stop button Starter switch for KEYLESS GO only see page 224 14 Automatic transmission see page 229 15 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp see page 2...

Page 29: ...ture 66 Front seat adjustment 67 Removal and installation of front seat head restraints 71 Backrest 72 Lumbar support 74 Multicontour backrest 74 Seat heater 76 Seat ventilation system 79 Power head r...

Page 30: ...arning flasher switch 163 Automatic climate control 164 Display and controls 166 Dust filter 167 Basic setting 168 Special settings 169 Air recirculation 171 Activated charcoal filter 172 Economy mode...

Page 31: ...with KEYLESS GO 2 KEYLESS GO cards without removable mechanical key Vehicles with KEYLESS GO See page 44 on how to use the electronic key together with the KEYLESS GO card Important In the case of the...

Page 32: ...n using the mechanical key 2 for lock operations it can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control To do so move locking tab 3 to the right and slide the mechanical key 2 in direction of arrow...

Page 33: ...1 works only in the starter switch There are no batteries inside the electronic reserve key The mechanical key 2 works only in the driver s door trunk and storage compartment locks To use the mechani...

Page 34: ...nd fuel filler flap are unlocked depending on the selected mode global or selective unlocking mode see page 43 Starter switch KEYLESS GO see page 224 Starting and turning off the engine with KEYLESS G...

Page 35: ...f the engine with the start stop button on the gear selector lever activates the start lock out For turning off the engine with KEYLESS GO see page 228 Starting the engine with the start stop button d...

Page 36: ...ors or trunk is approx 3 ft 1 m Check the location of the KEYLESS GO card see page 38 Check the batteries of the KEYLESS GO card see page 366 The trunk lid will open automatically if a KEYLESS GO card...

Page 37: ...runk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control Opening and closing the windows and sliding pop up roof and switching on the driver s seat ventilation can only be don...

Page 38: ...ing system Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index 6 Infrared receiver in driver s door handle 7 Infrared receiver in passen...

Page 39: ...locked see page 53 The presently active unlocking mode selective or global can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control see below for changing mode If within 40 seconds of...

Page 40: ...ill swing open automatically You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance A minimum height clearance of 6 ft 1 85 m is required to open the trunk lid Press transmit button until trunk lid...

Page 41: ...er be recognized by the system the vehicle cannot be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS GO system If the KEYLESS GO card is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running or by placing...

Page 42: ...anical key with you and keep them in a safe place so that they are always handy Never leave the electronic key in the vehicle Notes The KEYLESS GO function also permits closing of windows and sliding...

Page 43: ...e Grasp either door handle to unlock both doors fuel filler flap and trunk For choosing global or selective mode on KEYLESS GO card see page 43 Notes The door which was unlocked can be opened immediat...

Page 44: ...t either door All turn signal lamps blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked If they do not blink three times a door or trunk is not properly closed or the KEYLESS GO card is still in...

Page 45: ...vehicle is locked If they do not blink three times a door or trunk is not properly closed or a KEYLESS GO card is still in the vehicle Check the multifunction display see page 318 Notes If the trunk w...

Page 46: ...g global or selective mode on KEYLESS GO card To choose between the selective or global opening mode press and hold button 1 until the indicator lamp at the requested symbol 2 or 3 comes on Checking l...

Page 47: ...ch the engine continues to run with the gear selector lever in positions R N D plus ranges 4 3 2 1 until it is stopped by using the start stop button on the gear selector lever If the electronic key i...

Page 48: ...tion automatically switches on See page 79 for seat ventilation To interrupt opening procedure release transmit button Convenience feature Operation with electronic main key The sliding pop up roof an...

Page 49: ...n on door handle after locking the vehicle The windows and sliding pop up roof begin to close after approx 1 second To interrupt closing procedure release lock button To reverse direction within 2 sec...

Page 50: ...ion 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...

Page 51: ...The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system 4 Individual door from inside Push lock button down to lock 5 Individual door from inside Pull handle to unlock...

Page 52: ...el filler flap are unlocked Notes When opening a door the door window and rear side window lower slightly After closing the door the windows close again In case of a malfunction in the central locking...

Page 53: ...can be reopened Central locking switch 1 Locking 2 Unlocking The central locking switch is located in the center console The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central locking switch if both...

Page 54: ...nnot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm To cancel the alarm insert t...

Page 55: ...speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or less with the automatic central locking activated the door will again be automatically locked at speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more Important When towing the veh...

Page 56: ...nlocking the vehicle To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk lock it separately with the mechanical key Leave only the electronic key less its mechanical key with the vehicle Notes In case...

Page 57: ...switch or press button or on the electronic main key or vehicles with KEYLESS GO when carrying the KEYLESS GO card grasp the door handle or press the start stop button on the gear selector lever If t...

Page 58: ...ing handle 1 and close it with hands placed flat on trunk lid Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle Vehicles with trunk lid opening closing system Press...

Page 59: ...the mechanical key and open lid by hand see page 53 To close lower trunk lid with hands placed flat on trunk lid Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle...

Page 60: ...85 m is required to open the trunk lid To open the trunk the vehicle must be at standstill Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open Not...

Page 61: ...gins to open The switch can now be released the trunk lid opens automatically To interrupt the opening process either pull up on switch or push in trunk lid lock or press button on the remote control...

Page 62: ...and closed manually To open unlock trunk lid with the mechanical key and open lid by hand see page 53 To close lower trunk lid with hands placed flat on trunk lid Please remember to keep your fingers...

Page 63: ...en transporting goods on a roof rack e g presence of an MB sport luggage container When activated the trunk lid opens to below the roof line of the vehicle To activate Press upper half of trunk lid op...

Page 64: ...unlock and the trunk lid opens Note The emergency release button 1 only unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing Important The emergency trunk lid release button 1 does not open the...

Page 65: ...ol or the lock button at each door handle vehicles with KEYLESS GO A blinking lamp 1 indicates that the alarm is armed Operation Once the alarm system has been armed the exterior vehicle lamps will fl...

Page 66: ...your wallet so that it is always handy Never leave the electronic reserve key in the vehicle When you unlock the driver s door with the mechanical key the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will...

Page 67: ...The alarm will last approximately 21 2 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered...

Page 68: ...To do so turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 0 or remove electronic key from starter switch Press tow away alarm switch 1 The indicator lamp 2 illuminates briefly Exit vehicle and l...

Page 69: ...the engine must be turned off When the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch or with a valid KEYLESS GO card when pressing the start stop button on the gear selector lever and if the drive...

Page 70: ...d position can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause serious or fatal injuries The se...

Page 71: ...y to properly operate controls Note Do not move the front passenger seat completely forward if objects are stored in the parcel net in the front passenger side footwell Items in the net may be damaged...

Page 72: ...ximately at ear level Only minor personal adjustments as described below should then be required For steering wheel adjustment see page 105 inside rear view mirror see page 106 exterior rear view mirr...

Page 73: ...r view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a...

Page 74: ...ints To remove Press switch 1 downwards and hold until the head restraint is fully retracted Pull head restraint out with one strong jerking movement To install Press switch 1 downwards and hold for a...

Page 75: ...nd therefore must be locked in place with the vehicle in motion Do not drive the vehicle when the backrest is not locked in place If the warning message SEAT BACKREST LEFT LOCK or SEAT BACKREST RIGHT...

Page 76: ...d from a reclined position and then folding it back the backrest stops in a more upright position for the safety of any rear seat passenger Adjust the backrest until your arms are slightly angled when...

Page 77: ...to provide additional lumbar support Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2 The inflation pressure of the air cushion can be continuously varied between position 0 no pressure and po...

Page 78: ...the selected lumbar support 2 Center section Press or side of switch and hold the air cushion will be inflated or deflated Release the switch in the desired position 3 Backrest side cushions The late...

Page 79: ...heater consumes a large amount of electrical power It is not advisable to use the seat heater longer than necessary The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switc...

Page 80: ...ator lamp in the switch lights up The seat heater will be automatically switched off after approximately 30 minutes Rapid heating mode Press button 2 Both indicator lamps in the switch light up The sy...

Page 81: ...lamps above the button light up The system switches over to normal heating mode automatically after approximately 5 minutes Normal heating mode Press button 3 twice One red indicator lamp above the b...

Page 82: ...power It is not advisable to use the seat ventilator longer than necessary The seat ventilators may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time or if the batt...

Page 83: ...dicator lamps above the button light up The level of ventilation is decreased one step approximately every 10 minutes Level 2 ventilation setting middle Press button 1 again Two blue indicator lamps a...

Page 84: ...tch 1 Place head restraints upright 2 Fold head restraints backward Important For safety reasons always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied Kee...

Page 85: ...ety and that of your passengers we strongly recommend their use Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible ch...

Page 86: ...re of the seat belts see page 382 Warning The seat belts provide protection only with the backrest locked in place Do not drive the vehicle when the backrest is not locked in place If the warning mess...

Page 87: ...If you are ever in an accident your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled Without your seat belt buckled you are much more likely to hit the interior of the...

Page 88: ...clicks Do not twist the belt A twisted seat belt may cause injury To help avoid severe or fatal injuries the lap belt should be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen T...

Page 89: ...rning USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY Seat belts can only work when used properly Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section as that could result in serious injuries in case of a...

Page 90: ...e injuries Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen If the belt is positioned across your abdomen it could cause serious injuries in a crash Each seat belt shou...

Page 91: ...mpatible child seat which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by the airb...

Page 92: ...f Siemens Automotive Corp Warning The BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it It will not work with child seats which are not BabySm...

Page 93: ...s are not designed to deploy The SRS uses two crash severity levels thresholds to activate either the emergency tensioning retractor ETR or front airbag or both Activation depends on the direction and...

Page 94: ...rs are designed to activate only when the seat belts are fastened during frontal impacts exceeding the first threshold of the SRS and in rear impacts exceeding a preset severity level They remove slac...

Page 95: ...for the driver and front passenger in certain frontal impacts exceeding preset thresholds Side impact and head protection window curtain airbags can provide increased protection to belted occupants on...

Page 96: ...ome on Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately In the operational mode after the indicator lamp has gone out following the initial check interruptions or short circ...

Page 97: ...ain frontal impacts exceeding a preset threshold The front passenger airbag deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied and the 7 indicator lamp on the center console is not illuminated Note...

Page 98: ...irbags on the impacted side of the vehicle deploy The side impact airbag for the front passenger deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied The side impact airbag for the right rear passenge...

Page 99: ...possible for the airbags to provide their supplemental protection In cases of other frontal impacts angled impacts roll overs other side impacts rear collisions or other accidents the airbags will no...

Page 100: ...d and force a proper seating and hands on steering wheel position will help to keep you at a safe distance from the airbag Occupants who are unbelted out of position or too close to the airbag can be...

Page 101: ...g when it is properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury can result Failure to follow these instructions can resu...

Page 102: ...activated 2 always sit upright properly use the seat belts and use an appropriately sized infant or child restraint system for all children 12 years old or under and 3 always wear seat belts properly...

Page 103: ...l badges etc over the steering wheel hub front passenger airbag cover door trim panels or door frame trims and installation of additional electrical electronic equipment on or near SRS components and...

Page 104: ...erting them to the applicable section in the Operator s Manual For your protection and the protection of others when scrapping the airbag unit or emergency tensioning retractor our safety instructions...

Page 105: ...horages refer to page 104 installation of infant and child restraint systems Important The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces Infants and...

Page 106: ...nts and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the chil...

Page 107: ...at each of the rear seating positions Prior to installing a tether strap remove cover 1 from anchorage ring 2 and store in a convenient place e g glove box To secure a tether strap to the anchorage se...

Page 108: ...column 1 Steering column lengthen or shorten column Move the stalk to the front or rear 2 Steering column height Move the stalk up or down Note The steering wheel adjustment can be stored together wit...

Page 109: ...tarter switch position 2 the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity With the gear selector lever in position R or with the interior light switched on the mirror brightne...

Page 110: ...te The exterior rear view mirrors have electrically heated glass The heater switches on automatically depending on outside temperature Storing mirror positions in memory The exterior rear view mirror...

Page 111: ...sired At speeds above approx 6 mph 10 km h upon shifting gear selector lever from R Reverse or upon pressing the driver s side mirror button 1 the passenger side mirror will return to its previous pos...

Page 112: ...mirrors in Important If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pushed forward hit from the rear it must be repositioned manually by applying firm pressure until it snaps back into place If an exterior...

Page 113: ...o changes in light sensitivity Note The automatic antiglare function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the mirror Important Electrolyte drops coming into contact wit...

Page 114: ...h can be retrieved by pressing the buttons 2 2 Stored position buttons Three sets of seat head restraint steering wheel and rear view mirror positions may be stored into memory Together with the drive...

Page 115: ...at See page 67 for front seat adjustment page 107 for exterior mirror adjustment and page 105 for steering wheel adjustment Push memory button M release and push a stored position button 1 2 or 3 with...

Page 116: ...view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a M...

Page 117: ...114 Instrument cluster Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instrument cluster P54 30 3528 29...

Page 118: ...see page 295 11 Distance warning lamp vehicles with Distronic DTR distance to the vehicle ahead is insufficient see page 264 and page 295 12 Multifunction display see page 120 Instrument cluster displ...

Page 119: ...ightened automatically to suit daylight lighting conditions The instrument cluster illumination will also be adjusted when the vehicle s exterior lamps are switched on Display illumination changing ba...

Page 120: ...rison to external displays e g bank signs etc Adaption to ambient temperature takes place in steps and depends on the prevailing driving conditions stop and go or moderate constant driving and amount...

Page 121: ...ontrol is activated the segments on the speedometer scale between the set speed to the top of the scale are illuminated Cruise control see page 250 When the Distronic DTR is activated one or two segme...

Page 122: ...uster Press button or on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the trip odometer appears if it is not displayed See page 124 Press button J on the instrument cluster Tachometer 16 The red...

Page 123: ...nction steering wheel multifunction display Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Multifunction steering wheel multifuncti...

Page 124: ...e inflation pressure monitor see page 150 Engine oil level indicator see page 154 2 Audio systems see page 125 Radio see page 125 CD player see page 126 Cassette player see page 127 3 Telephone see pa...

Page 125: ...on changing the language setting The displays for the audio systems radio CD player cassette player will appear in English regardless of the language selected Warning A driver s attention to the road...

Page 126: ...previous display in system 6 for next system 7 for previous system 8 to increase the volume see page 146 9 to decrease the volume see page 146 10 to dial a telephone number see page 128 11 to end a ca...

Page 127: ...ator 1 Trip odometer and main odometer See page 119 for instructions on resetting the trip odometer 2 FSS Flexible service system see page 147 3 Tire inflation pressure monitor see page 150 4 Engine o...

Page 128: ...This only appears when MEMORY rather than FREQUENCY has been selected in the Individual settings VEHICLE See page 144 Switch on the radio see COMAND operator s manual Press the or button repeatedly un...

Page 129: ...er of the CD currently playing is displayed if you are using a CD changer 4 Track number Switch on the CD player see COMAND operator s manual Press the or button repeatedly until display 2 appears Pre...

Page 130: ...tte player see COMAND operator s manual Press the or button repeatedly until display 2 appears Pressing the j button fast forwards on to the next track Pressing the k button rewinds the cassette to th...

Page 131: ...x Telephone Telephone book 1 The telephone is switched off 2 The vehicle is currently outside the transmitter or receiver range 3 The telephone is ready for use 4 Name selected from the telephone book...

Page 132: ...ding it was previously downloaded See telephone operator s manual for details concerning downloading Pressing button j or k for longer than a second browses rapidly through the telephone book The name...

Page 133: ...tored in the redial memory 3 Number in the redial memory redialing has commenced 4 Dialing is completed and the name stored in the telephone book is displayed or the number dialed will remain displaye...

Page 134: ...he button if you do not wish to make a call The procedure is cancelled and display 1 appears Press the button when the required number or name appears in the display 2 The telephone number 3 is dialed...

Page 135: ...tched off 2 The navigation system is switched on but no destination has been specified 3 The navigation system is switched on and destination guidance is active Press the or button repeatedly until th...

Page 136: ...ance 5 to the vehicle in front 3 are displayed 2 Distronic DTR is activated The message DTR OFF appears for five seconds when Distronic is being deactivated 3 Vehicle ahead Only appears if a vehicle i...

Page 137: ...Elapsed time AFTER START or AFTER RESET 6 Average speed AFTER START or AFTER RESET 7 Average fuel consumption AFTER START or AFTER RESET Press the button or repeatedly until the display 1 2 or 3 appe...

Page 138: ...display will flash until a distance of approximately 1 mile 1 6 km has been covered or two minutes have elapsed since the engine was restarted During this period you can incorporate the values for the...

Page 139: ...play 2 appears The stored messages will now be displayed in order See page 297 for malfunction and warning messages Display 2 will reappear after you have scanned all the malfunction and warning messa...

Page 140: ...e or button displays the next or previous system Important Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and displayed to a low level of detail The malfunction and warning me...

Page 141: ...INGS the requested menu can be called up in this options menu INSTRUMENT CLUSTER see page 140 LIGHTING see page 142 VEHICLE see page 144 These three menus contain additional submenus Individual settin...

Page 142: ...only be performed with the vehicle at standstill and with the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2 The individual setting preliminary display 1 will appear if you speed up The setting men...

Page 143: ...140 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index INSTRUMENT CLUSTER R 3...

Page 144: ...s the or button repeatedly until the individual setting preliminary display 1 appears Press the j or k button until the setting menu SETTINGS 2 is displayed Press button or until the menu INSTRUMENT C...

Page 145: ...142 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index LIGHTING R 7...

Page 146: ...ual setting preliminary display 1 appears Press the j or k button until the setting menu SETTINGS 2 is displayed Press button or until the menu LIGHTING is selected by the selection marker 3 Press the...

Page 147: ...ifunction steering wheel multifunction display Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index VEHICLE audio and central locking sys...

Page 148: ...idual setting preliminary display 1 appears Press the j or k button until the setting menu SETTINGS 2 is displayed Press button or until the menu VEHICLE is selected by the selection marker 3 Press th...

Page 149: ...Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Setting the audio volume You can only adjust the volume of the system currently in use The volume setting for each system audio telephone nav...

Page 150: ...yed for approx 10 seconds when turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2 or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold The symbols and messages indicate the type of ser...

Page 151: ...Press button j or k until the FSS indicator appears The next or previous system is displayed by pressing button or Important The FSS indicator is not an engine oil level indicator See page 154 for en...

Page 152: ...el until the display appears See page 124 Press button j or k until the FSS indicator appears Press button J on the instrument cluster for approximately 2 seconds The multifunction display will show t...

Page 153: ...til the display for trip and main odometer appears see page 124 Press the j or k button repeatedly until the tire inflation pressure monitor is displayed The present tire inflation pressure for each w...

Page 154: ...ion of tire inflation pressure monitor Activation of tire inflation pressure monitor is necessary if tire inflation pressure is being changed wheels or tires are replaced or new wheels are installed o...

Page 155: ...IRE PRESSURES appears Release button J Press and hold button J on the instrument cluster again until the message TIRE PRESS CONTROL ACTIVATED appears The tire inflation pressure monitor is now activat...

Page 156: ...ate the tire inflation pressure monitor The tire inflation pressure monitor only functions on wheels equipped with the proper electronic sensors Inquire at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center about r...

Page 157: ...30 minutes The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short time Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2 To call up the trip odometer and main odometer press button or on the...

Page 158: ...will be displayed if a proper oil level check cannot be performed The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short while CL 500 and CL 55 AMG only Perform the engine oil level check with the d...

Page 159: ...nt fog lamps pull out one stop with parking lamps and or low beam headlamps on Green indicator in lamp switch comes on Rear fog lamp pull out to second detent in addition to the front fog lamps Yellow...

Page 160: ...he parking lamps switch on and off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light With the engine running and exterior lamp switch in position U The low beam headlamps parking lamps an...

Page 161: ...ior lamp switch To activate the daytime running lamp mode see Individual settings LIGHTING on page 142 Night security illumination When turning off the engine the exterior lamps switch on for added il...

Page 162: ...switch on for a approx 40 seconds The exterior lamps will be switched off when opening the driver s door See Individual settings LIGHTING on page 142 for instructions on how to activate the function...

Page 163: ...nals left To signal minor directional changes such as changing lanes on a highway move combination switch briefly to the point of resistance only and release The turn signals blink three times To oper...

Page 164: ...rmittent wiping One initial wipe pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor monitoring the wetness of the windshield This will not occur with a front door open Notes With switc...

Page 165: ...wiper setting II Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Windshield wipers smear If the windshield wipers smear the windshield even during rain activate the...

Page 166: ...or it is activated automatically at the time an airbag is deployed To activate hazard warning flasher press switch once To deactivate press switch again If hazard warning flasher was activated automat...

Page 167: ...matic climate control Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Automatic climate control 3 P83 40 2266 29 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1...

Page 168: ...l illuminate The airflow and temperature for the center air outlets are regulated automatically 5 Air volume control for right center air outlet To open Turn the thumbwheel upward The right center air...

Page 169: ...9 Display Depending on the ambient light conditions the figures on the display will be shown as dark figures on a bright background in daylight or as bright figures on a dark background at night 10 Te...

Page 170: ...uring operation in the cooling mode It is normal for water to drip on the ground through ducts in the underbody The air conditioning will not engage no cooling if the economy mode S is selected see pa...

Page 171: ...ommend these settings to be used all year round Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically Set the temperature switches on the left and right to 72 F 22 C This provides for comfortable c...

Page 172: ...k symbols are visible Turn the button to select the air distribution desired h Air from the center side and door air outlets j Air from the center side door and windshield air outlets k Air from the c...

Page 173: ...utlets Pressing the switch again returns the system to the previous setting Windows fogged on the inside Switch off the economy mode if selected Press button S The indicator lamp in the button will go...

Page 174: ...minates To switch off the air recirculation The indicator lamp in the O button is on Press button O briefly The indicator lamp in the button will go out The system automatically switches from air reci...

Page 175: ...nates To cancel press e button The indicator lamp in the button goes out The system switches automatically to the air recirculation mode if the carbon monoxide CO or nitrogen oxides NOX concentration...

Page 176: ...tting corresponds to the automatic mode However because the air conditioning compressor will not engage fuel savings it is not possible to air condition in this setting Press S button to activate The...

Page 177: ...elect Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 0 or remove it altogether Press button T The display shows REST This function selection will not activate if the battery level is insuf...

Page 178: ...then click it back in Front center console storage compartment ventilation The front center console compartment has its own air outlet To open Slide the lever up To close Slide the lever down The air...

Page 179: ...ion of snow and ice should be removed before activating the defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power To keep the battery drain to a minimum turn off the defroster as soon as th...

Page 180: ...ration Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets 1 Center air outlet left 2 Center air outlet right 3 Air volume control for c...

Page 181: ...s door Switches for 1 left front 2 right front 3 left rear 4 right rear 5 Switch for rear door window override Control panel on rear center console Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1...

Page 182: ...rear side window opens slightly The rear side window will close again when the closing procedure of the door window is completed Warning When closing the windows be sure that there is no danger of an...

Page 183: ...le Operation of the rear side windows with the switches located in the driver s door is still possible Synchronizing power windows If the power supply was interrupted battery disconnected or low the w...

Page 184: ...switch to resistance point in the required direction Release the switch when the roof has reached the required position P77 00 2024 26 3 4 1 2 Warning When closing the sliding pop up roof be sure that...

Page 185: ...by pressing the switch to resistance point and releasing it when the sunroof has reached an almost fully open position Warning When closing the sliding pop up roof be sure that there is no danger of a...

Page 186: ...seals do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the sliding pop up roof The sliding pop up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur see p...

Page 187: ...view mirror will be switched on or off 4 Door contact switch Press the rocker switch The interior lighting remains switched off even when centrally unlocking or opening a door or the electronic key is...

Page 188: ...ing installations to help you to orient yourself better in the dark Entrance lamps exit lamps With exterior lamps on or electronic key in starter switch position 1 the lamps in the door trays illumina...

Page 189: ...erating the rear window sunshade be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the raising or lowering procedure The raising or lowering procedure can be immediately halted by briefly pres...

Page 190: ...e sun visor from the inner mounting 1 and pivot to the side and slide it to the desired position Vanity mirrors 1 Illuminated vanity mirror With the visor engaged in its inner mounting 2 the lamp 4 ca...

Page 191: ...a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing things Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs Do not place anything on the she...

Page 192: ...ed position 2 Locked position 3 Press to open The glove box can be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key See page 29 for instructions on how to remove the mechanical key from the electronic main...

Page 193: ...rage compartment in front of armrest To open Touch the top of the cover lightly To close Lightly push the cover up until it engages in lock Storage compartment below the front armrest A coin holder is...

Page 194: ...n get very warm due to its confined space When storing heat sensitive objects in the compartment close the air outlet while heating the passenger compartment Do not obstruct the air outlet in the stor...

Page 195: ...ex Storage compartments in the rear passenger compartment Opening the storage space Slide the cover 10 back to open forward to close Coat hooks Coat hooks 1 are located on the headliner above the rear...

Page 196: ...n front of the armrest see page 190 To open Briefly press button 1 The cup holder opens automatically Press button 2 to open the second cup holder The cup holder opens automatically Warning Keep the c...

Page 197: ...ation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index To close Fold second cup holder in direction of arrow 3 until it engages Press button 4 to unlock cup holder and fold into the s...

Page 198: ...open Push front of sliding compartment the cup holder slides out To close Push the sliding compartment back until it engages P91 27 2014 26 5 Warning Keep the cup holder closed while traveling Place o...

Page 199: ...ior to removing the ashtray insert move the gear selector lever to position N Press sliding knob 1 toward the right to eject the insert To replace insert Install insert into ashtray frame and push dow...

Page 200: ...Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Rear seats To open Briefly touch the top of the cover the ashtray opens automatically To remove the insert Push down on catch 2 and pull out t...

Page 201: ...ically when hot Note The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to a maximum 100 W P68 20 2069 26 1 Warning Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they ar...

Page 202: ...nk There are hooks 1 on the left and right inside the trunk from which the parcel net is suspended The tab arrow must point down into the trunk The parcel net and hooks are only designed to take light...

Page 203: ...er footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell It is for small and light items such as road maps mail etc Note With large objects stored in the parcel net do not...

Page 204: ...e the telephone while driving please use the hands free device and only use the telephone when road and traffic conditions permit Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone...

Page 205: ...Note Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener If you should experience difficulties with programming the transmitter contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Cente...

Page 206: ...d of the hand held transmitter of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 inches 5 cm to 12 cm away from the surface of the integrated remote control located on the inside rear view mirror k...

Page 207: ...which activated the training light Note Following step 2 there are 30 seconds to initiate step 3 3 Firmly press and release the programmed integrated remote control transmit button Press and release s...

Page 208: ...appropriate button to activate the remote controlled device The integrated remote control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed up to 20 seconds Erasing the remote...

Page 209: ...or electronic signals 3 31 5 in 80 cm 4 19 0 in 48 cm 5 1 75 in 4 5 cm Your vehicle is equipped with infrared reflecting glass which reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the interior through t...

Page 210: ...207 Infrared reflecting windshield Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index...

Page 211: ...208 Infrared reflecting windshield Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index...

Page 212: ...nsmission 229 Parking brake 238 Driving instructions 239 Drive sensibly save fuel 239 Drinking and driving 239 Pedals 240 Power assistance 240 Brakes 240 Driving off 241 Parking 242 Tires 243 Snow cha...

Page 213: ...on instructions regarding use of an external antenna Warning Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle Only operate the COMAND Cockpit Management and Data System ra...

Page 214: ...ly shifting to a lower gear We recommend that you select positions 3 2 or 1 only at moderate speeds for hill driving After 1 000 miles 1 500 km speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible max...

Page 215: ...ency roadside assistance and information The Tele Aid system is operational providing that the vehicle s battery is charged properly connected not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available Th...

Page 216: ...view mirror labeled SOS then pressing the button for longer than 2 seconds located under the cover See below for instructions on initiating an emergency call manually Once the emergency call is in pro...

Page 217: ...ter Note Location of the vehicle on a map is possible if the vehicle is able to receive signals from the GPS satellite network and pass the information on to the response center Warning If the indicat...

Page 218: ...ncy call manually Briefly press on cover 1 the cover will open Press the SOS button 2 briefly for longer than 2 seconds The indicator lamp in the SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is co...

Page 219: ...ears in the multifunction display The nature of the need for assistance can then be described The Mercedes Benz Roadside assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes Benz technician...

Page 220: ...ion steering wheel Information button Located below the center armrest cover is the Information button Pressing and holding the button for longer than 2 seconds will initiate a call to the Client Assi...

Page 221: ...the multifunction display Information calls can be terminated using the button on the multifunction steering wheel Important If the indicator lamps do not start flashing after pressing one of the but...

Page 222: ...00 in Canada Notes The indicator lamp in the respective button flashes until the call is concluded Calls can only be terminated by a Response Center or Client Assistance Center representative except R...

Page 223: ...ifunction display As an alternative you may unlock the vehicle via Internet using the ID and password sent to you shortly after the completion of your Acquaintance Call The Response Center will then u...

Page 224: ...tem then select SEND NEW REQUEST FOR INFO SERVICE NEW INFO SERVICE REQUEST TRANSMITTED will appear in the COMAND display and call status messages will appear in the multifunction display Once informat...

Page 225: ...ing our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet Caution To prevent damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable...

Page 226: ...thorized technicians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes Benz servicing requirements For details...

Page 227: ...cal consumers can be operated For detailed information see respective subjects 2 Driving position Gear selector lever is unlocked 3 Starting position See page 227 for instructions on starting and turn...

Page 228: ...o not leave the electronic key in starter switch position 0 Notes A warning sounds when the driver s door is opened with the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 0 With the engine at idle sp...

Page 229: ...the gear selector lever without depressing the brake pedal will sequentially activate the starter switch positions 1 on and 2 operation and 0 off The engine can be started with the starter switch in...

Page 230: ...s should be closed when pressing the start stop button The gear selector lever can only be moved with the vehicle battery charged and connected and the starter switch in the Operation position With th...

Page 231: ...c key in the vehicle To avoid radio transmission interference never store the KEYLESS GO card together with other electronic items e g cellular telephones other KEYLESS GO cards or metallic objects e...

Page 232: ...g If engine will not run and the starting procedure stops turn electronic key completely to the left and repeat starting the engine After several unsuccessful attempts have the system checked at the n...

Page 233: ...d put the selector lever in position P Press start stop button on the selector lever until the engine stops With the driver s door closed the starter switch is set to the On position starter switch po...

Page 234: ...cally dependent upon Selector lever position see page 232 Program mode selector see page 236 Accelerator position Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is continuously adapted dependent on the drivi...

Page 235: ...osition from N or P wait a moment to allow the gear to fully engage before accelerating especially when the engine is cold Accelerator position Partial throttle early upshifting normal acceleration Fu...

Page 236: ...orward to reverse while applying slight partial throttle Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to come on Turn off and restart the engin...

Page 237: ...vehicle stopped The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always use the parking brake in addition to placing the selector lever in park...

Page 238: ...operating conditions Gear selection for special circumstances The transmission gear ranges for special circumstances can be selected by pressing the selector lever to the right or the left with the se...

Page 239: ...e delayed upshift is effective with vehicle speeds below 31 mph 50 km h at partial throttle and engine temperatures below 95 F 35 C To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved to...

Page 240: ...e the transmission does not shift higher than 3rd gear this gear selection will allow use of the engine s braking power downhill Upshift through 2nd gear only For driving in mountainous regions or und...

Page 241: ...rd mode Press switch on symbol S Use this mode for all regular driving The vehicle starts out in 1st gear Accelerator Operation Fast on depressing the accelerator pedal quickly not into kickdown posit...

Page 242: ...eristics change with the selection of the program mode Dependent on the program mode selector switch position S or W and the gear selector lever in position R the ratio of power transmission changes E...

Page 243: ...ing lamp in the instrument cluster should go out A warning sounds and the parking brake warning message see page 302 appears in the multifunction display if you start to drive without having released...

Page 244: ...equent acceleration and deceleration have all maintenance work performed at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather in sto...

Page 245: ...area may impair pedal movement Warning When the engine is not running the brake and steering systems are without power assistance Under these circumstances a much greater effort is necessary to stop o...

Page 246: ...drive on for some time rather than immediately parking so the air stream will cool down the brakes faster Driving off Apply the service brakes to test them briefly after driving off Perform this proc...

Page 247: ...reduce the risk of personal injury as a result of vehicle movement before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always 1 Keep right foot on service brake pedal 2 Firmly depress parking brake...

Page 248: ...ce or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from t...

Page 249: ...s lower than on a dry road You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point We recommend M S rated radial ply tires fo...

Page 250: ...ailing conditions Snow chains Use only snow chains that are tested and recommended by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject Chains should only b...

Page 251: ...ct We therefore recommend depressing the brake pedal periodically when traveling at length on salt strewn roads This can bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to normal A prerequisite is ho...

Page 252: ...adlamp cleaning system Add MB Concentrate S to a premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze which is formulated for below freezing temperatures see page 334 Test battery Battery capacity drops with...

Page 253: ...enger compartment being ingested by the air intake possibly causing damage to electrical components or wiring to engine or transmission that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Passen...

Page 254: ...lled at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center Traveling abroad Abroad there is a widely spread Mercedes Benz service network at your disposal If you plan to travel into areas which are not listed in th...

Page 255: ...icle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator Speed is set by briefly pushing the lever to position 1 or 2 The accelerator can then be released The selected speed is shown for approx 5...

Page 256: ...the cruise control cancels by itself and remains inoperative until the engine is restarted have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible 4 Resume If the lever is...

Page 257: ...sly set speed The CRUISE CONTROL message is displayed on the multifunction display when any attempt is made to store speeds below 25 mph 40 km h or when an attempt is made to recall a speed when no sp...

Page 258: ...the extent permitted by reduced throttle and up to 20 of vehicle braking power so that you follow that vehicle at a preset distance see page 265 Maximum range of detection is approximately 500 ft 150...

Page 259: ...ather conditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed Use of Distronic can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a steady speed Use...

Page 260: ...nd set To reduce the speed by 5 mph Canada 10 km h briefly depress lever 3 Canceling To cancel Distronic briefly push lever to position 3 The last set speed remains stored in memory 4 Resume If the le...

Page 261: ...up on the speedometer dial see also page 267 Remove foot from the accelerator When briefly lifting the control lever to position 1 the vehicle speed will increase in increments of 5 mph Canada 10 km h...

Page 262: ...f ESP warning lamp v in speedometer dial is illuminated see page 114 by moving the distronic control lever in RESUME direction 4 when no speed is stored in memory during the initialization and self te...

Page 263: ...30 km h e g while maintaining the distance to the vehicle ahead the gear selector lever is moved to position N the electronic stability program ESP is active the electronic stability program ESP is s...

Page 264: ...icle ahead at the preset distance see page 265 Segments in the speedometer illuminate to indicate the speed range from the speed of the vehicle in front up to your vehicle s selected speed See also pa...

Page 265: ...ased the previously set speed will be resumed automatically Distronic is deactivated if a vehicle in front causes your vehicle to slow down to less than approx 25 mph Canada 30 km h A signal sounds an...

Page 266: ...ks to maintain the speed selected by the driver unless a moving obstacle proceeding directly ahead of it in the same travel direction is detected e g following another vehicle ahead at a distance set...

Page 267: ...You must be prepared to intercede with accelerator or brake application as necessary The Distronic system s detection zone is relatively narrow at the start and becomes broader as it senses further f...

Page 268: ...ing lanes at close range is only recognized when entering the area scanned by Distronic You must apply the service brakes to gain sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead A narrow vehicle e g a motorc...

Page 269: ...p and simultaneously a continuous warning sounds Note Model CL 55 AMG only Distance notification function is deactivated if the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 160 mph 260 km h Important With the...

Page 270: ...half of switch 1 The indicator lamp in the switch lights up To switch off press lower half of the switch 1 The indicator lamp in the switch goes out For distance notification function see page 264 Not...

Page 271: ...ated The display shows the selected speed for approx 5 seconds 3 Distronic is activated The message DTR OFF appears for approx 5 seconds when Distronic is being deactivated 4 Vehicle ahead Only appear...

Page 272: ...two segments around the speed stored in memory light up in the speedometer dial If a vehicle is detected ahead those segments in the speedometer dial light up that indicate the speed range from the sp...

Page 273: ...essure Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated If the BAS warning message is displayed a malfunction has been detected in the system The brake system functions in the usual manner but...

Page 274: ...ake pedal while experiencing the pulsation Continuous steady brake pedal pressure results in applying the advantages of the ABS namely braking power and ability to steer the vehicle In the case of an...

Page 275: ...ator lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the ABS is operational If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp...

Page 276: ...e While driving ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions Do not switch off the ESP Caution If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised see page...

Page 277: ...hicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to rotate at different speeds therefore the ESP may activate yellow ESP warning lamp in speedometer dial comes on For this reason all wheels includin...

Page 278: ...amp v located in the speedometer dial is continuously illuminated With the ESP system switched off the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled Therefore the enhanced vehicle stability offered by...

Page 279: ...ls begin to spin To return to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP press lower half 2 of the switch the ESP warning lamp in the speedometer dial goes out Vehicles with Distronic DTR With the...

Page 280: ...d condition and driving style The selected suspension style is stored in memory even with the electronic key removed from the starter switch Suspension for regular driving style This is the setting fo...

Page 281: ...hicle chassis ride height is raised or lowered automatically according to the selected setting and to the vehicle speed This helps to increase vehicle handling safety and lowers fuel consumption The s...

Page 282: ...is illuminated To change from normal level press upper half 1 of switch To change from raised level option II press lower half 2 of switch Raised level option 2 indicator lamps 3 4 are illuminated To...

Page 283: ...ndent lowering of vehicle chassis approximate values at standstill raised by approx one half inch 14 mm between 35 mph 60 km h and 100 mph 160 km h lowered progressively by approx one half inch 14 mm...

Page 284: ...switch located in the center console It engages automatically again when starting the engine See page 283 for parktronic switch Warning Parktronic is a supplemental system It is not intended to nor do...

Page 285: ...ted in bumpers front bumper shown A total of 10 sensors 1 monitor the vehicle s front and rear areas Six sensors are located in the front bumper four sensors in the rear bumper For proper operation of...

Page 286: ...e the left and center air outlets in the dashboard Warning indicators for the rear area are integrated in the rear headliner The frames 1 are illuminated when the Parktronic is engaged Each warning in...

Page 287: ...The first yellow segment lights up at these distances Additional segments light up as the vehicle comes closer to the obstacle Minimum distance between vehicle and obstacle at which the system stops i...

Page 288: ...indicator lamp in the switch lights up and the system switches off automatically A dirty sensor could be the reason See page 378 for instructions on cleaning the sensors in the bumpers After cleaning...

Page 289: ...nce See page 368 for manual release of fuel filler flap Fuel To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air fully insert filler nozzle unit Only fill fuel tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts ou...

Page 290: ...88 0 l This includes approx 2 9 US gal 11 0 l reserve Use premium unleaded gasoline CL 500 CL 55 AMG Posted Octane Index 91 Average of 96 RON 86 MON CL 600 Posted Octane Index 93 Average of 98 RON 88...

Page 291: ...spark plugs refer to page 391 Windshield cleaning To prevent damage to the engine hood the windshield wipers must not be folded forward in parked position See page 380 for cleaning the windshield Bulb...

Page 292: ...sher and headlamp cleaning system For refilling reservoir see page 334 2 Coolant level see Coolant level on page 333 3 Engine oil level see Engine oil level checking on page 154 and 331 4 Brake fluid...

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Page 294: ...289 Check regularly and before a long trip Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index...

Page 295: ...Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console 296 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 296 Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display 297 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE engine control unit 298 DISP...

Page 296: ...the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes Benz servicing requirements For details refer to the Service Booklet On board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction...

Page 297: ...y the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and are simultaneously stored in the SFI control module If the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp comes on have the system...

Page 298: ...released or the parking brake is set engine running Note If you find that the minimum mark on the brake fluid reservoir is reached have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks Warn...

Page 299: ...92 for notes on airbags see page 91 for belt tensioners and page 102 for infant and child seat restraint Fuel reserve warning 1 Fuel reserve indicator When the warning lamp 1 comes on after starting...

Page 300: ...ance A malfunctioning ABS control unit can possibly affect the operation of other systems e g Parktronic Navigation Automatic transmission Be guided accordingly with respect to the use of those system...

Page 301: ...ne running a malfunction has been detected in the system Pressing the accelerator pedal will require greater effort Only partial engine output will be available See electronic stability program ESP on...

Page 302: ...a brief period to remind the driver and passengers to fasten seat belts Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp The 7 indicator lamp will light up for approximat...

Page 303: ...ority These can be cleared from the instrument cluster using the J button and are then stored in the malfunction message memory see page 136 Note Certain malfunction and warning messages are accompani...

Page 304: ...d to indicate that the information being relayed by the engine control unit is no longer complete The display for coolant temperature gauge tachometer or the cruise control may have failed DISPLAY DEF...

Page 305: ...indicate that the poly V belt has broken Should this condition occur the poly V belt must be replaced before continuing to operate the vehicle Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative...

Page 306: ...moved to their driving positions The display will clear when they have done so See also page 66 for easy entry exit feature BRAKE ASSIST C Category see page 297 A malfunction has been detected in the...

Page 307: ...t your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible BRAKE FLUID C Category see page 297 Line 1 Line 2 C BRAKE LINING WEAR VISIT WORKSHOP 2 Line 1 Line 2 C BRAKE FLUID VISIT WORKSHOP 2 Warning D...

Page 308: ...a Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index PARKING BRAKE C Category see page 297 TRUNK OPEN C Category see page 297 Line 1 Line 2 C PARKING...

Page 309: ...2 A malfunction has been detected in the system Pressing the accelerator pedal will require greater effort Only partial engine output will be available 3 The enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP...

Page 310: ...red Extended driving with the symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty In cases of major or frequent minor coolant loss have the cooling syste...

Page 311: ...nt is faulty Observe the coolant temperature gauge See page 117 During severe operating conditions and stop and go city traffic the coolant temperature may rise close to the red marking The engine sho...

Page 312: ...WORKSHOP 1 2 TURN SIGNAL L CHECK LAMP 2 TURN SIGNAL R CHECK LAMP 2 Line 1 Line 2 C L TURN SIG RFLECTR CHECK LAMP 2 R TURN SIG RFLECTR CHECK LAMP 2 TURN SIGNAL F L CHECK LAMP 2 TURN SIGNAL F R CHECK LA...

Page 313: ...lay or are permanently on visit workshop immediately 3 The brake lamps comprise several light emitting diodes The warning message will only appear if all light emitting diodes have stopped working 4 O...

Page 314: ...matically if the light sensor malfunctions The LIGHT CIRCUIT HEADLAMP MODE setting menu can be set to MANUAL in the individual settings see page 142 It will then be possible to switch the headlamps on...

Page 315: ...e Index TELEPHONE FUNCTION C Category see page 297 The display appears if button or on the multifunction steering wheel is pressed and the vehicle is not equipped with a telephone CRUISE CONTROL C Cat...

Page 316: ...ULLY appears do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h The vehicle driving characteristics are changed due to a noticeably softer suspension In this case visit your Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possi...

Page 317: ...els may not have sufficient clearance when the steering wheel is turned beyond a certain angle if the ACTIVE BODY CONTROL CAR TOO LOW message appears The front fenders will be damaged if the steering...

Page 318: ...NGINE ON5 2 TIRE PRESS CONTROL REACTIVATE 3 6 3 TIRE PRESS CONTROL CURRENTLY INACTIVE 7 2 TIRE PRESS CONTROL VISIT WORKSHOP 8 2 TIRE PRESSURE FL CAUTION TIRE DEFECT 1 1 TIRE PRESSURE FR CAUTION TIRE D...

Page 319: ...the engine and repeat activation see page 151 6 When the message appears after starting the engine the tire inflation pressure on all road wheels should be checked and corrected according to the labe...

Page 320: ...he engine oil Have the engine oil checked 5 The measuring system is malfunctioning When the ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK LEVEL message appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature the en...

Page 321: ...is not locked in place If the warning message SEAT BACKREST LEFT LOCK or SEAT BACKREST RIGHT LOCK is displayed in the multifunction display then the respective backrest is not engaged in its lock Care...

Page 322: ...ation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index KEY C Category see page 297 1 Key needs possibly to be replaced DOOR C Category see page 297 Line 1 Line 2 C REPLACE KEY1 VISIT...

Page 323: ...consists of three types of response automatic and manual emergency roadside assistance and information With this message displayed one or more functions may not be available See page 210 for notes on...

Page 324: ...rted again after the engine stops automatically See page 38 3 The KEYLESS GO card was momentarily not recognized If message repeats place card in a different position or continue to operate the vehicl...

Page 325: ...ation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index SELECTOR LEVER Vehicles with KEYLESS GO only Place selector lever in position P The message appears when attempting to turn off...

Page 326: ...l volume The reservoir should be refilled with the prescribed mixture of MB Windshield washer concentrate and water or the concentrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent ant...

Page 327: ...or the system is malfunctioning 2 Due to the presence of electro magnetic radiation the system is presently unavailable 3 Distronic is automatically switched off Distronic sensor in hood grille needs...

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Page 329: ...r fluid mixing ratio 334 Spare wheel vehicle tools storage compartment 335 Jack 336 Wheels 337 Tire Replacement 337 Rotating wheels 338 Spare wheel 338 Changing wheels 340 Tire inflation pressure 345...

Page 330: ...on Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index First aid kit The first aid kit is located in the rear seat armrest 1 To open Press handle 2 upwards and fold the lid 3 up Remove t...

Page 331: ...e and color of fuse The circuit for components is protected by a cycled circuit breaker interrupted if too much current is being drawn The circuit closes automatically after a short time the circuit i...

Page 332: ...box Slide both tabs 3 on fuse box forward to the symbol and remove the cover To close the fuse box Ensure that the sealing rubber is properly positioned when you replace the cover Press the cover down...

Page 333: ...xiliary fuse box below right rear seat To open Remove the cover To close Press the cover on Shelf below rear window 4 Warning The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects This w...

Page 334: ...n restart after the engine has been turned off Stay clear from fan blades If you see flames or smoke coming from the engine compartment or if the coolant temperature gauge indicates that the engine is...

Page 335: ...nlock the hood pull release lever 1 under the driver s side of the instrument panel At the same time a handle will extend out of the radiator grill Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radiator grill and...

Page 336: ...al hints Car care Index To close Lower the hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approx 1 ft 30 cm assisting with hands placed flat on edges of hood 3 To avoid hood damage please make sure t...

Page 337: ...ick is omitted Engine oil level can be checked via the engine oil level indicator see page 154 2 Oil filler cap CL 600 Model CL 500 and CL 55 AMG To check the engine oil level park vehicle on level gr...

Page 338: ...tor display page 154 as to quantity to be added Re install oil filler cap Do not overfill the engine Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned It could cause damage to engine and catalytic converter n...

Page 339: ...1 Warning In order to avoid possibly serious burns Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature g...

Page 340: ...g on ambient temperatures Capacity approx 7 1 US qt 6 7 l Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water 1 part S to 100...

Page 341: ...se chart 3 Storage tray 4 Spare wheel Lift trunk floor and engage handle in upper edge of trunk Always lower trunk floor before closing trunk lid To remove the spare wheel Take out the vehicle tool ki...

Page 342: ...vely for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the...

Page 343: ...ent Front and rear tires should be replaced in sets Rims and tires must be of the correct size and type For dimensions see Technical Data We recommend that you break in new tires for approx 60 miles 1...

Page 344: ...ure loss and damage to the tire beads For this reason check rims for damage at regular intervals The rim flanges must be checked for wear before a tire is mounted Remove burrs if any Check and ensure...

Page 345: ...ot operate vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted If the arrow on tire side wall does not point in direction of vehicle forward movement when using the spare wheel observe the following restri...

Page 346: ...d the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed Warning The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle To help a...

Page 347: ...the vehicle tool kit and assemble Using the wrench loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts 5 Remove the protective cover from the jack support tube opening by inserting the screwdriver supplied i...

Page 348: ...cal plumb line as seen from the side see arrow even if the vehicle is parked on an incline 7 Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the ground Never start engine while vehicle is raised 8 Uns...

Page 349: ...faces of wheel and wheel hub Install spare wheel on wheel hub Insert wheel bolts and tighten them slightly To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first w...

Page 350: ...or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off This could cause an ac...

Page 351: ...for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort Increased inflation pressures for heavy loads produce favorable handling characteristics with lighter loads and are perfectly permissib...

Page 352: ...nflation pressures Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified vehicle capacity weight as indicated by the label on the driver s door latch post Overloading the tires can overheat them possib...

Page 353: ...m length of time Therefore we strongly recommend that you have the battery charge checked frequently and corrected if necessary especially if you use the vehicle less than approximately 200 miles 300...

Page 354: ...nnecting the battery also set the clock see COMAND operator s manual resynchronize the express feature of the power windows see page 180 the sliding pop up roof see page 183 and the electronic stabili...

Page 355: ...th more powerful battery could damage the vehicle s electrical systems which will not be covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The battery is located in the trunk under the right hand wheel we...

Page 356: ...lamp one end of the second jumper cable to the grounded negative terminal of the charged battery and the final connection to the negative under hood terminal of the disabled vehicle Important 5 Start...

Page 357: ...LE under Individual settings on page 144 Towing of the vehicle should only be done using the properly installed towing eye bolt Never attach tow cable tow rope or tow rod to vehicle chassis frame or s...

Page 358: ...pplied with the tool kit located in trunk in spare wheel Screw towing eye bolt in to its stop and tighten with lug wrench To reinstall cover Fit cover and snap into place 2 Cover right side of rear bu...

Page 359: ...equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports Use wheel lift dolly or flat bed equipment with electronic key in starter switch turned to position 0 Note To signal turns while being tow...

Page 360: ...alogen bulbs do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands Use plain paper or a clean cloth If the newly installed bulb does not light up switch the lamp off and on again If the bulb still does n...

Page 361: ...cal connector for high beam headlamp bulb 3 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp 4 Bulb holder for turn signal lamp 5 Cover for Xenon type headlamp bulb Warning Do not remove cover 5 for Xenon he...

Page 362: ...tor off Unclip the retainer spring and take out the bulb Insert the new bulb so that the base locates in the recess on the holder Clip in retainer springs and plug the connector onto the bulb Align he...

Page 363: ...t turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket Align bulb holder 4 and turn clockwise to lock Parking and standing lamp H 6W Open hood P...

Page 364: ...Index Taillamp assemblies Open trunk lid Turn lock 6 counterclockwise and fold trim to the side Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove I...

Page 365: ...Car care Index 7 Black socket Backup lamp 1156 32 cp bulb 8 Red socket Driver s side Taillamp parking lamp rear fog lamp P 21 4W bulb Passenger side Taillamp parking lamp P 21 4W bulb 9 Grey socket Ta...

Page 366: ...d replace tubular lamp C 5 W 4 cp Side marker lamp front 5 W 4 cp bulb Carefully slide lamp towards rear arrow 1 and remove front end first arrow 2 Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Remo...

Page 367: ...xterior mirrors are equipped with LEDs Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center if a malfunction occurs Standby bulb function The rear fog lamp dimmed will act as a replacement la...

Page 368: ...l hints Car care Index Low beam switchable for left or right hand drive Driving in countries with left hand traffic requires the headlamps to be switched over accordingly 1 Asymmetric low beam right h...

Page 369: ...Lamp for battery check and function control Checking batteries If one of the transmit buttons 1 is pressed the battery check lamp 2 lights up briefly indicating that the batteries are in order Change...

Page 370: ...do not use mechanical key as lever to release battery compartment Remove mechanical key from side opening Carefully remove battery compartment in direction of arrow 6 Change batteries 7 inserting new...

Page 371: ...roperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal For disposal please follow manufacturer s recommendation on battery package Replacement Battery Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent Sy...

Page 372: ...isplay Practical hints Car care Index Changing batteries in the KEYLESS GO card Checking batteries Briefly press button 1 The indicator lamp Unlock driver s door 2 or Global Unlock 3 should come on re...

Page 373: ...screw driver and remove batteries Install new batteries as indicated by the and markings in the KEYLESS GO card Important Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of impr...

Page 374: ...SS GO the engine can be turned off by withdrawing two fuses For easy removal of fuses use the fuse extractor supplied with vehicle tool kit to pull out the fuses marked on the fuse chart as ENGINE EME...

Page 375: ...rive is located behind the lens of the left interior overhead light Pry off the interior light lens 1 using a screwdriver Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2 Obtain crank 2 suppli...

Page 376: ...ition I see page 160 With wiper arms in position shown above turn electronic key in starter switch to position 0 For safety reasons remove electronic key from starter switch before replacing a wiper b...

Page 377: ...1 forward and turn the wiper blade 2 at a right angle to wiper arm Remove wiper blade from wiper arm Installation Install wiper blade onto the wiper arm by inserting pin 4 into take up 3 Rotate wiper...

Page 378: ...cal hints Car care Index Roof rack Use only those roof racks approved by Mercedes Benz to avoid damage to the vehicle Follow manufacturer s installation instructions Only mount roof racks on the retro...

Page 379: ...ts 376 Engine cleaning 376 Vehicle washing 376 Ornamental moldings 377 Headlamps taillamps turn signal lenses 377 Cleaning the Distronic system sensor 378 Cleaning the parktronic system sensors 378 Wi...

Page 380: ...er damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent the start of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the vehicle A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing o...

Page 381: ...to Mercedes Benz approved car care products Additional information can be found in the booklet titled Vehicle Care Guide Power washer When using a power washer for cleaning the vehicle always observe...

Page 382: ...d provisional repairs of minor paint damage i e chips from stones vehicle doors etc Engine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical components and connectors f...

Page 383: ...he inner sides of the wheels Note Vehicles with KEYLESS GO If a door handle is hit by a strong jet of water and a KEYLESS GO card is in close proximity approx 3 ft approx 1m the vehicle could be inadv...

Page 384: ...hy cloth when cleaning the sensor Do not attempt to wipe dirty sensors with a dry cloth or sponge Note Restart the engine after cleaning the sensor 1 Cleaning the parktronic system sensors Use a mild...

Page 385: ...Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 Turn combination switch to position I see page 160 Once the wiper arms are in the position shown above turn key in starter switch to position 0 Not...

Page 386: ...ipers and remove electronic key from starter switch before cleaning the windshield otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury Light alloy wheels Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care...

Page 387: ...ened in lukewarm solution Do not use scouring agents Steering wheel and gear selector lever Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care Cup holder Use a...

Page 388: ...at have the tendency to give off coloring e g when wet etc may cause the upholstery to become permanently discolored By lining the seats with a proper intermediate cover contact discoloration will be...

Page 389: ...parts service 384 Warranty coverage 384 Identification labels 385 Layout of poly V belt drive 387 Technical data 388 Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities 393 Engine oils 395 Engine oil additives...

Page 390: ...Mercedes Benz could damage the vehicle which damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty or compromise its durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the term...

Page 391: ...uments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Identification labels 1 Certification label below driver s door lock latch 2 Vehicle Identification Numb...

Page 392: ...lay Practical hints Car care Index 3 Engine number 4 VIN visible lower edge of windshield 5 Emission control label 6 Information label California version Vacuum line routing for emission control syste...

Page 393: ...cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Layout of poly V belt drive CL 500 CL 55 AMG 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioner compressor 4 Coolant pump CL 600 5 Generator alte...

Page 394: ...ston displacement 303 5 cu in 4966 cm3 332 0 cu in 5439 cm3 353 6 cu in 5786 cm3 Compression ratio 10 1 10 5 1 10 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 302 hp 5600 rpm 225 kW 5600 rpm 355 hp 5500 rpm 265 kW 5500...

Page 395: ...tires 225 55 R17 97H Winter tires Radial ply tires 225 55 R17 97H M S Spare wheel Rim light alloy Wheel offset 71 2 J x 17 H 2 2 0 in 51 mm All season tire Radial ply tire 225 55 R17 97H Model CL 500...

Page 396: ...front axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset 81 2 J x 18 H 2 1 73 in 44 mm Rims rear axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset 91 2 J x 18 H 2 1 81 in 46 mm Radial ply tires front axle rear axle 245 45...

Page 397: ...nerator alternator 14 V 150 A 14 V 150 A 14 V 150 A Starter motor 12V 1 7 kW 12V 1 7 kW 12V 2 2 kW Battery 12V 100 Ah 12V 100 Ah 12V 100 Ah Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque Bosch F 8 DPER B...

Page 398: ...4993 mm 196 6 in 4993 mm 196 6 in 4993 mm Overall vehicle width 73 1 in 1857 mm 73 1 in 1857 mm 73 1 in 1857 mm Overall vehicle height 54 9 in 1394 mm 54 9 in 1394 mm 54 9 in 1394 mm Wheel base 113 6...

Page 399: ...c Engine with oil filter CL 500 CL 55 AMG CL 600 8 5 US qt 8 0 l 8 0 US qt 7 5 l 10 0 US qt 9 5 l Recommended engine oils Automatic transmission 9 6 US qt 9 1 l Automatic transmission fluid Rear axle...

Page 400: ...N Air conditioner system R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant Never R 12 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 7 1 US qt 6 7 l MB Windshield washer concentrate1 1 Use MB Windshield Wa...

Page 401: ...Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Air conditioner refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is...

Page 402: ...d 2 3 of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain Fuel requirements Use only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439 The octane number...

Page 403: ...or fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze which prov...

Page 404: ...eze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminium parts The use of aluminium components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifically f...

Page 405: ...conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance o...

Page 406: ...of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet unde...

Page 407: ...rm system 62 64 Anticorrosion antifreeze 247 333 393 398 Antiglare night position 106 Antilock brake system ABS 269 Malfunction indicator lamp 294 Antitheft alarm system 62 Aquaplaning 244 Armrest rea...

Page 408: ...ery recycling 348 BATTERY ALTERNATOR malfunction and warning messages 299 Block heater 249 BRAKE ASSIST malfunction and warning messages 300 Brake assist system BAS 268 Brake fluid 240 292 393 395 BRA...

Page 409: ...82 88 102 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 374 Coat hooks 192 COMAND radio and telephone 208 Combination switch 160 Consumer information 399 Control and operation of radio transmitters 208 COOLANT co...

Page 410: ...panel 20 Door entry lamps 185 Doors 48 Power closing assist 50 Drinking and driving 239 Drive sensibly save fuel 239 Driving instructions 239 Driving off 241 E Easy entry exit feature 66 ELEC STABIL P...

Page 411: ...alfunction and warning messages 306 Exterior lamp switch 156 Daytime running lamp mode 158 Headlamp cleaning system 159 Exterior lamps 354 License plate lamps 360 Low and high beam 355 Parking lamps 3...

Page 412: ...ve box 189 H Hazard warning flasher switch 163 Head restraints Power head restraints rear 81 Head restraints front seats Removal and installation 71 Headlamp adjustment 354 Headlamp cleaning system 15...

Page 413: ...3 Choosing global or selective mode 43 Easy entry exit feature 66 Starting the engine 227 Turning off the engine 228 KEYLESS GO card 28 31 Convenience feature 45 Keys vehicle 28 L Lamps exterior 354 H...

Page 414: ...ne control unit 298 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE several systems 298 DISTRONIC DTR 321 DOOR 316 ELEC STABIL PROG 303 ENGINE OIL LEVEL 314 318 ENTRANCE POSITION 300 HOOD 317 KEY 316 LIGHT SENSOR 308 320 LIGHTING...

Page 415: ...computer 134 Multifunction steering wheel 120 N Navigation system 132 Night security illumination 158 O On board diagnostic system 290 Operator s Manual 8 Outside temperature indicator 117 Overhead co...

Page 416: ...Storing mirror positions 106 Rear window defroster 176 Rear window sunshade 186 Remote control 28 Battery replacement 363 Removal and installation of front seat head restraints 71 Replacement keys Obt...

Page 417: ...Snow chains 245 SOS call See Tele Aid 210 Spare wheel 338 Spare wheel vehicle tools storage compartment 335 Special settings Automatic climate control 169 SRS indicator lamp 293 SRS malfunction 92 St...

Page 418: ...CTION malfunction and warning messages 309 Telephones and two way radios 208 The first 1 000 miles 1 500 km 209 Tire inflation pressure 345 Tire inflation pressure monitor 150 Inquiry of present tire...

Page 419: ...ESS GO 228 U Unlocking the vehicle with remote control 36 Unlocking with KEYLESS GO card 40 V Vanity mirrors 187 VEHICLE See individual settings 144 Vehicle jack 336 Vehicle keys 28 Vehicle tools 335...

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Page 423: ...reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator s Manual Reprinting translation and copying even of excerpts is not permitted w...

Page 424: ...Order No 65152136 13 Part No 215 5842282 USA Edition B 2001...

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