Mercedes-Benz 2004 CL 500 Operator'S Manual Download Page 403

Page: 403 / 418

402

Index

Storing exterior rear view mirror

parking positions

117

Storing key dependent settings

117

Menus

131

AUDIO

134

Distronic*

142, 201

In control system

132, 133

Malfunction memory

144

NAVI

141

Settings menu

145

Standard display

134

Submenus

131

TEL*

139

Trip computer

143

Microphone

Hands-free microphone

Miles/kilometers in speedometer

Setting

148

Mirrors

Activating exterior rear view mirror

parking position

168

Adjusting

Automatic antiglare for rear view

mirror

167

Exterior rear view mirror

Exterior rear view mirror parking

position

156

Exterior rear view mirror parking

positions

156

Interior rear view mirror

Storing exterior rear view mirror

parking position

117

MON (Motor Octane Number)

258, 385

Mph or km/h in speedometer

148

Multicontour backrest*

111

Multifunction display

24, 129, 386

Selecting language

149

Standard display

133

Multifunction display messages

ABC

300

ABS

301

BAS

302

Brake fluid

305

Brake pads

305

Check engine

294

Coolant

306

Coolant level

306

Distronic*

302

Doors

309

Engine

294

Engine oil level

310

Entry position

312

Hood

312

Key

312

Lamps

315

Parking brake

305

Selector lever

302

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*

313

Tele Aid

318

Telephone*

319

Tires

321, 324

Trunk

319

Washer fluid

319

Multifunction steering wheel

24, 130,

386

Buttons

130

Navigation system

Operating

141

See separate COMAND operating in-

structions

Night security illumination

121

Nubuck leather upholstery

Cleaning

290

Summary of Contents for 2004 CL 500

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

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

Page 3: ...re and also the safety of you and your passen gers we ask you to make a small invest ment of time Please read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your refer...

Page 4: ...porting safety defects 18 Reporting safety defects 18 At a glance 19 Cockpit 20 Instrument cluster 22 Multifunction steering wheel 24 Center console 25 Upper part 25 Lower part 26 Overhead control pan...

Page 5: ...locking the trunk lid 104 Separately unlocking the trunk lid 104 Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid 105 Automatic central locking 105 Locking and unlocking from the inside 106 Seats 107 Easy...

Page 6: ...lamp cleaning system 170 Sun visors 171 Rear window sunshade 172 Automatic climate control 173 Setting the temperature 176 Adjusting air distribution 177 Adjusting air volume 178 Maximum cooling MAXCO...

Page 7: ...252 Standing water 253 Passenger compartment 254 Driving abroad 254 Control and operation of radio transmitters 254 Catalytic converter 255 Emission control 255 Coolant temperature 256 At the gas sta...

Page 8: ...placing batteries in the SmartKey SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 332 Fuel filler flap 334 Opening closing in an emergency 335 Sliding pop up roof 335 Replacing bulbs 336 Bulbs 336 Replacing bulbs for front...

Page 9: ...d size tires 368 Spare wheel 369 Electrical system 370 Main Dimensions and weights 371 Main Dimensions 371 Weights 371 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 372 Capacities 372 Engine oils 374 Engine oil addit...

Page 10: ...for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in indi vidual cases an official approval or authori zation by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such part...

Page 11: ...ng that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore infor mation illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Optional equipment i...

Page 12: ...d for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following oc curs 1 the same substantial defect or mal function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if th...

Page 13: ...a year For additional information refer to the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Pro gram brochure in your glove box Change of address or ownership If you change your address be sure to send in the Ch...

Page 14: ...leaded fuels will damage the catalysts gasoline may have a considerably low er octane rating and improper fuel can cause engine damage Certain Mercedes Benz models are avail able for delivery in Euro...

Page 15: ...ed in your vehi cle This section expands on the Getting started section and also describes techni cal innovations If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle this section will...

Page 16: ...p procedure Page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page In the glossary...

Page 17: ...fore nev er turn off the engine while driving Warning G Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires wheels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious d...

Page 18: ...nter to have 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 conta...

Page 19: ...y Traffic Safety Administration 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...

Page 20: ...19 At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel...

Page 21: ...20 At a glance Cockpit Cockpit...

Page 22: ...structions Item Page 7 Front Parktronic warning indicator for right front area 216 8 Overhead control panel 27 9 Glove box lock 221 a Glove box lid release 221 b Glove box 221 c Center console 25 26 d...

Page 23: ...22 At a glance Instrument cluster Instrument cluster...

Page 24: ...tilock Brake Sys tem ABS ndicator lamp 292 A High beam headlamp indicator 123 7 Reset button 126 8 Display with Program mode 163 Gear range indicator 159 Digital clock see COMAND operating in structio...

Page 25: ...electing the submenu or setting the volume 130 up to increase down to decrease 3 Telephone Press button 139 s to take a call to dial a call t to end a call to reject an incoming call Item Page 4 Menu...

Page 26: ...ol ABC 210 4 Level control switch 211 5 Central locking switch 106 Anti theft alarm system in dicator lamp 82 6 Hazard warning flasher on off switch 123 Item Page 7 Central unlocking switch 106 8 ESP...

Page 27: ...ton 33 2 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 46 3 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 71 4 Thumbwheel for setting distance in Distronic 206 5 Distance warning func tion on off switch 206 6...

Page 28: ...on off 124 3 Right reading lamp on off 124 4 Interior lighting control 124 5 Sliding pop up roof 191 6 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency call system telephone and voice control system see s...

Page 29: ...g wheel set tings 116 3 Seat heating 113 Seat ventilation 115 4 Seat adjustment 34 5 Exterior mirror adjustment 40 167 6 Switches for opening closing front door windows 186 Item Page 7 Rear window ove...

Page 30: ...29 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

Page 31: ...g page refer ences are located at the end of each seg ment Unlocking Unlocking with the SmartKey SmartKey with remote control 1 Lock button 2 Unlock button for trunk lid 3 Unlock button 4 Panic button...

Page 32: ...eave children un attended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehi cle equipment may cause an accident and or serious personal injury i The SmartKey can only be re...

Page 33: ...If the SmartKey is inside the vehicle press ing the KEYLESS GO start stop button on the gear selector lever corresponds to turning the SmartKey to the various starter switch positions i To unlock the...

Page 34: ...consumers such as seat adjustment Ignition or position 2 Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button 1 twice This supplies power to all electrical consumers All the lamps in the instru ment cluster come on...

Page 35: ...GO with you and lock your vehicle Even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO removed from the vehicle the power seats can be operated when the respective d...

Page 36: ...our upper legs are lightly supported Seat cushion depth Press the switch forward or backward in the direction of arrow 4 until your legs are supported comfortably Seat backrest tilt Press the switch f...

Page 37: ...seat head restraints Head restraints are intend ed to help reduce injuries during an acci dent i The feature below is deactivated at the factory If you wish to have it activated contact an authorized...

Page 38: ...ke sure there are no items in the footwell or be hind the seats Otherwise you could damage the seats Warning G Always ensure that no one can become trapped or injured when the seat is moving In case p...

Page 39: ...your vehicle The power seats can also be operated with the driver s or passenger door open Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsu pervised use of v...

Page 40: ...more information see Heated steer ing wheel page 228 Warning G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driv ing Adjusting the steering wheel while driv ing could cause the driver to lose control of the...

Page 41: ...ng effect Do not al low the liquid to come into contact with eyes skin clothing or the respiratory sys tem In case it does immediately flush af fected area with water and seek medical help if necessar...

Page 42: ...e information see Folding the ex terior rear view mirrors in and out automat ically page 169 For information on how to reposition the exterior mirror housing when it was forcibly pushed forward hit fr...

Page 43: ...ver 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 vehicle or b...

Page 44: ...properly secured in the child restraint Warning G Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous You could slide under the seat bel...

Page 45: ...bdomen Place the seat backrest in a nearly up right position Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time Do not fasten a seat belt around a per son and another object at the same time Che...

Page 46: ...eased For information on turning off the engine with the SmartKey see Turning off with the SmartKey page 55 Warning G Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas contains car...

Page 47: ...ff the en gine with KEYLESS GO page 56 Starting difficulties If the engine does not start as described carry out the following steps If you are starting the engine with the SmartKey turn SmartKey in s...

Page 48: ...ith you and lock your vehicle Do not leave children un attended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Children could release the parking brake which could result in an acci dent and or...

Page 49: ...n order to avoid damaging the trans mission wait for the gear selection process to complete before setting the vehi cle in motion place the gear selector lever in position R only when the vehicle is s...

Page 50: ...ing column Combination switch 1 Turn signals right 2 Turn signals left Press the combination switch up 1 or down 2 High beam Push the combination switch forward The high beam headlamps are switched on...

Page 51: ...ield II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed i The intermittent wiping interval is de pendent on wetness of the windshield Wiping will not occur with a door open Do not leave windshield wipers in i...

Page 52: ...snow etc switch them off immediately For safety reasons turn off the engine by turning the SmartKey to position 0 and withdraw SmartKey from starter switch or turn off the engine by pressing the KEYL...

Page 53: ...onger cooling the engine Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and turn off the engine Allow engine and coolant to cool Check the coolant level and add cool ant if necessary page 266 In case of acciden...

Page 54: ...d steer the vehicle Warning G Do not park this vehicle in areas where com bustible materials such as grass hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system as these materials could be i...

Page 55: ...attended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Children could release the parking brake and or move the gear selec tor lever from position P either of which could result in an accident...

Page 56: ...the SmartKey page 30 All turn signal lamps flash three times The locking knobs on the doors move down i Always set the parking brake in addi tion to shifting to position P On steep slopes turn the fro...

Page 57: ...wind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and lock your vehicle Do not leave children unat tended in the vehic...

Page 58: ...s and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors Be espe cially careful when small children are around Before closing doors make sure there is no possibility of someone getting caught...

Page 59: ...58...

Page 60: ...59 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems...

Page 61: ...turning the SmartKey or pressing the KEYLESS GO start stop button The restraint systems are fully operational if the 1 indicator lamp is not lit when the engine is running A malfunction in the system...

Page 62: ...gs temporarily re leases a small amount of dust from the air bags This dust however is neither injurious to your health nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle The dust might cause some tem porary...

Page 63: ...artTM compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to deacti vate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by...

Page 64: ...ds and in certain rollovers head protection win dow curtain airbags Only during these events will they provide their supple mental protection The driver and passengers should al ways wear their seat b...

Page 65: ...es umbrellas etc Do not pass belts over sharp edges They could tear Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the belts Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely w...

Page 66: ...he front passenger seat is occupied the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp in the center console is not lit page 71 the impact exceeds a preset deploy ment threshold Side impact airbags window curtai...

Page 67: ...have their seat belts fas tened whenever the vehicle is in motion For more information see Fastening the seat belts page 42 i For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle...

Page 68: ...to the seat belts This can lead to unintended activation or to failure Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection H...

Page 69: ...verely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen Never wear belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your clothing such as eyeglasses pens keys etc as these might cause injuries Positi...

Page 70: ...ts except the driver s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints To fasten a child restraint follow child re straint instructions for mounting Then pull the...

Page 71: ...tion manual provided with the restraint When using any infant or child restraint system be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer s instructions for installation and use Please read and o...

Page 72: ...tion shoulder belt across chest and shoulder not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap shoulder...

Page 73: ...ctivation sys tem The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident instead...

Page 74: ...t must be positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and the top of seat back Make sure the tether strap is not twisted 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring Securely faste...

Page 75: ...cturer s instructions i The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side anchor fittings Non LATCH type child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle s seat belt...

Page 76: ...damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be re placed Do not leave children unattended in the ve hicle even if the children are secured in a child restraint system i Operation of the...

Page 77: ...Insert SmartKey in the starter switch i For operation in the USA only This de vice complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause...

Page 78: ...s On slippery road surfaces the ABS will re spond even with light brake pressure i In winter operation the maximum ef fectiveness of the ABS BAS and the ESP is only achieved with winter tires M S tire...

Page 79: ...actical hints section page 292 BAS The Brake Assist System BAS operates in emergency situations If you apply the brakes very quickly the BAS automatically provides full brake boost thereby poten tiall...

Page 80: ...ent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that af forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction The BAS cannot...

Page 81: ...pped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or danger ous manner which could jeopardize the us er s safety or the safety of others i Distronic is switched off when ESP is activated Because of t...

Page 82: ...ays operates when you are braking even when it has been deactivated Switching on the ESP Press the ESP switch 1 The ESP warning lamp v in the in strument cluster goes out You are now again in normal d...

Page 83: ...ng the en gine by means of the start stop button on the gear selector lever deactivates the immobilizer Anti theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been armed a visual and audible alarm is trigg...

Page 84: ...indicate that the alarm system is deactivated Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch or Press the or button on the SmartKey With KEYLESS G...

Page 85: ...be fore towing the vehicle or when parking on a surface subject to movement such as a ferry or auto train The switch is located on the center con sole 1 Indicator lamp 2 Tow away alarm off switch Swi...

Page 86: ...les with KEYLESS GO the lock button at each door handle The tow away alarm remains disarmed un til you lock your vehicle again Canceling tow away alarm To cancel the alarm With the SmartKey Insert the...

Page 87: ...86...

Page 88: ...cking and unlocking Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Good visibility Automatic climate control Power windows Sliding pop up roof Driving systems...

Page 89: ...ch segment Locking and unlocking SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the...

Page 90: ...ss and hold buttons and simultaneously for about six seconds until battery check lamp 5 flashes twice The SmartKey will then function as fol lows Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Press but...

Page 91: ...s drained Check the batteries in the SmartKey and replace them if nec essary page 332 Use the mechanical key to unlock the doors page 331 and the trunk lid page 332 as required Have the vehicle batter...

Page 92: ...th two SmartKeys with KEYLESS GO each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKeys are a different color to help dis tinguish...

Page 93: ...ith Electronic items such as a cellular phone or another SmartKey with KEYLESS GO Metallic objects such as coins or metal foil Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the st...

Page 94: ...rity over the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO and the vehicle s electrical system will operate accord ing to the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch even stopping the engine If the SmartKey with K...

Page 95: ...or handle on the pas senger side Global locking Press lock button at door handle or trunk Restoring to factory setting Press and hold buttons and simultaneously for about six seconds until battery che...

Page 96: ...key you should do the following Have the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO deactivated by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Report the loss of the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO or the mechanical key im mediately t...

Page 97: ...lock Press trunk lid lock 1 The trunk lid opens i If you open a door the side windows on that side of the vehicle will lower slightly The windows close again when you close the door i If the vehicle...

Page 98: ...e in an emergency see Trunk lid emergency release page 103 Vehicles with trunk lid opening closing system To stop the opening proce dure press button The trunk lid stops moving i If the trunk lid does...

Page 99: ...nk lid The switch for opening and closing the trunk is located on the driver s door 1 Indicator lamp 2 Remote trunk lid switch Warning G To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and finge...

Page 100: ...een piled too high in the upper motion sequence the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk reopens slightly The trunk lid swings open upwards au tomatically Always make sure that there is sufficie...

Page 101: ...e trunk opening when closing the trunk Be especially careful when small children are around To stop the closing procedure press the remote trunk lid switch on the driver s door the trunk lid closing s...

Page 102: ...g the trunk Be especially careful when small children are around To stop the closing procedure press the trunk lid closing switch on the driver s door the trunk lid closing switch 1 or the button on t...

Page 103: ...from the trunk opening when closing the trunk Be especially careful when small children are around To stop the closing procedure press the remote trunk lid switch on the driver s door the trunk lid c...

Page 104: ...g the trunk i The emergency release button unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing or driving The emergency release button does not open the trunk lid if the vehicle bat tery is disc...

Page 105: ...trunk page 96 A minimum height clearance of 6 ft 1 85 m is required to open the trunk lid i Your vehicle may be equipped with a function permitting the separate lock ing of the trunk using the mechani...

Page 106: ...lid closed A pneumatic pow er assisted mechanism draws doors and trunk lid closed quietly and auto matically once the door or trunk lid has been latched When the pneumatic power assist and mechanism h...

Page 107: ...ing G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO with you and lock your vehicle Do not leave children un attended in the vehicle or w...

Page 108: ...ering column and seat The steering column and the seat are adjusted The easy entry exit feature can be switched on or off in the convenience sub menu of the control system page 154 Warning G You must...

Page 109: ...five seconds Push the head restraint down until it engages Adjust head restraint to desired posi tion page 35 Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust h...

Page 110: ...The rear head restraints will fold back ward Placing head restraints upright Pull the rear head restraint upright until it locks into position The rear seat head restraints cannot be removed Warning...

Page 111: ...onsole 1 Fold rear head restraint up 2 Fold rear head restraint down Make sure the ignition is switched on All the lamps in the instrument cluster comes on Push upper half 1 of switch The rear power h...

Page 112: ...ckrest has inflatable air cushions built into the seat backrest to provide additional lumbar and side sup port The seat backrest cushion height and cur vature can be continuously varied with switches...

Page 113: ...ction PULSE You can reduce muscle tension during long trips by periodically using the massage function Press button 3 The indicator lamp on button 3 comes on The air cushions in the lumbar re gion inf...

Page 114: ...ch come on Switching off rapid seat heating Press switch 2 again i The seat heating will be automatically switched off after approximately 30 minutes i The system switches over to normal heating mode...

Page 115: ...hing off rapid seat heating Press switch 1 twice Level off No indicator lamp on 1 One indicator lamp on 2 Two indicator lamps on i The seat heating will be automatically switched off after approximate...

Page 116: ...g switch 1 until the desired seat ventilation level is reached Switching off seat ventilation Press switch 1 repeatedly until all in dicator lamps go out Level 3 Three indicator lamps on 2 Two indicat...

Page 117: ...he vehicle the driv er should check and adjust the seat height seat position fore and aft and seat backrest angle if necessary to en sure adequate control reach and com fort The head restraint should...

Page 118: ...rk ing position For easier parking you can adjust the pas senger side exterior rear view mirror so that you can see the right rear wheel as soon as you engage reverse gear R For information on activat...

Page 119: ...The passenger side exterior rear view mirror is selected Adjust the passenger side exterior rear view mirror with button 2 so that you see the rear wheel and the road curb Press memory button M Withi...

Page 120: ...se plate lamps instrument panel lamps Canada only When engine is run ning the low beam is also switched on B Low beam plus parking lamps or high beam headlamps combination switch pushed forward Standi...

Page 121: ...the daytime running lamp mode activated and the engine running the low beam headlamps cannot be switched off manually Warning G If the exterior lamp switch is set to U the headlamps may switch off une...

Page 122: ...g lamp mode activated and exterior lamp switch in position M To activate the daytime running lamp mode see Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only page 150 Locator lighting and night security illu...

Page 123: ...ion U to B with the vehicle at a standstill Switching from U to B will briefly switch off the head lamps Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may result in an acci dent i Fog lamp...

Page 124: ...page 119 Push the combination switch in direction 1 The high beam indicator A on the instrument cluster comes on page 22 High beam flasher Pull the combination switch briefly in direction 2 Hazard war...

Page 125: ...sition Interior lamps are switched on in dark ness even when you unlock the vehicle open a door remove the SmartKey from the starter switch The interior lamps are switched off after a present time pag...

Page 126: ...compartment lighting is switched on Press switch 2 on the symbol again The rear compartment lighting is switched off Switching front reading lamps on and off Press switch 1 or 3 The corresponding read...

Page 127: ...lumination 1 Knob for adjusting instrument cluster illumination Use knob 1 to adjust the illumination brightness for the instrument cluster Press knob 1 The knob will pop out To brighten illumination...

Page 128: ...not displayed press the or button on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the trip odometer appears page 129 Press and hold reset button on the in strument cluster page 22 until the trip...

Page 129: ...d or engine heat during idling or slow driving There fore the accuracy of the displayed temper ature can only be verified by comparison to a thermometer placed next to the sensor not by comparison to...

Page 130: ...The control system relays information to the multifunction display Multifunction display 1 Trip odometer 2 Main odometer i The displays for the audio systems ra dio CD player will appear in English r...

Page 131: ...d by the buttons on the multifunc tion steering wheel 1 Multifunction display in the speed ometer Operating the control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume up to increase down to decr...

Page 132: ...gs for your vehicle It is helpful to think of the menus and the functions within each menu as being ar ranged in a circular pattern If you press button or repeatedly you will pass through each menu on...

Page 133: ...132 Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus...

Page 134: ...ivate route guid ance Call up set tings Fuelconsumption statistics after start Call up malfunc tion messages Reset to factory settings Check tire pressure Select satel lite radio sta tion USA only Sea...

Page 135: ...ed on If no audio equipment is currently turned on the message AUDIO OFF is shown in the display The following functions are available i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate...

Page 136: ...t number 2 Channel name or number Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired channel is found i You can only store new stations using the corresponding feature on the radio Refer to separate COM...

Page 137: ...Current track Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired track is selected Operate the cassette player Turn on COMAND and select the cas sette player Please refer to the sepa rate operating inst...

Page 138: ...ied CDs may create problems during playback Clean CDs from time to time with a com mercially available cleaning cloth No sol vents anti static sprays etc should be used for cleaning Replace the CD in...

Page 139: ...ay 4 CD magazine Remove the magazine and completely pull out the CD tray Place the CD in the recess of the tray label side up Push the tray into the magazine in the direction shown by the arrow Push t...

Page 140: ...ntrol system Warning G A driver s attention to the road and traffic conditions must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others we recommend that you pull ove...

Page 141: ...nu in the dis play Press button j or k The control system reads the phone book which is stored in the telephone The transmission depends on the num ber of entries in the phone book and can take up to...

Page 142: ...y you see the first number in the redial memory Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the display Press button s The control system dials the selected phone number NAVI menu...

Page 143: ...te Distronic Press button or repeatedly until you see one of the following two pictures in the display Distronic deactivated When Distronic is deactivated you will see the standard display 1 Vehicle a...

Page 144: ...rip computer menu Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis play AFTER RESET 1 Distance driven since last reset 2 Time elapsed since last reset 3 Average fuel consumption si...

Page 145: ...based on the current fuel tank level Malfunction memory menu Use the malfunction memory menu to scan malfunction and warning messages that may be stored in the system The informa tion shown in the di...

Page 146: ...warning messages page 299 Should any malfunctions occur while driv ing the number of malfunctions will reap pear in the display when the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or remov...

Page 147: ...the button scroll up with the button Move within the submenus with the j or k button to the individual functions The settings themselves are made with button or Resetting the functions of a submenu Fo...

Page 148: ...LE CONVENIENCE Select temperature display mode Set daytime running lamp mode USA only Set automatic locking Set key dependency Select speedometer display mode Set locator lighting Limiting opening hei...

Page 149: ...see this message in the dis play TEMP INDICATOR The selection marker is on the current setting Press or to set the temper ature unit to degrees Celsius C or de grees Fahrenheit F Selecting speedometer...

Page 150: ...t the lan guage to be used for the multifunction display messages Available languages German English French Italian Spanish Lighting submenu Access the LIGHTING submenu via the SET TINGS menu Use the...

Page 151: ...ps and low beam head lamps License plate lamps in low ambient light conditions Setting locator lighting During darkness the following lamps will come on when the exterior lamp switch is in position U...

Page 152: ...ll doors are closed When the delayed switch off fea ture is activated and the exterior lamp switch is in position U before the en gine is turned off the following lamps will remain lit after you remov...

Page 153: ...starter switch Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Press the KEYLESS GO start stop but ton on the gear selector lever page 33 Interior illumination delayed switch off Use this function to set whether and for how...

Page 154: ...dly until you see this message in the dis play AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK The selection marker is on the current setting Press or to switch AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK ON or OFF Limiting opening height of trunk lid...

Page 155: ...urrent setting Press or to set key depen dency to ON or OFF Activating easy entry exit feature Use this function to activate and deacti vate the easy entry exit feature When the feature is activated t...

Page 156: ...on marker is on the current setting Press or to change the easy entry exit setting The following settings are available for the easy entry exit feature Do not leave children unattended in the ve hicle...

Page 157: ...tedly until you see this message in the dis play MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING The selection marker is on the current setting Press or to switch function ON or OFF Setting fold in function for exterior...

Page 158: ...age 163 or C S M CL 55 AMG only page 164 the position of the accelerator pedal the vehicle speed The current gear selector lever position and shift program C S or C S M appear in the tachometer displa...

Page 159: ...smission Canceling gear range limit Press and hold the gear selector lever in the D direction until D reappears in the tachometer display The transmission will shift from the current gear range direct...

Page 160: ...transmission shifts through sixth gear only applies only to vehicles with 7 speed automatic transmission The transmission shifts through fifth gear only applies only to ve hicles with 7 speed automat...

Page 161: ...be re moved from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P With the SmartKey removed the gear selector lever is locked in position P Reverse gear Place gear selector lever in posi...

Page 162: ...moving possibly hitting people or objects Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P page 47 When parked on an incline turn the front wheels towards the road curb Do not park...

Page 163: ...he right side of the steering wheel The gear range is extended when you are not driving in the manual program mode page 159 When driving in the manual program mode page 164 the transmission will shift...

Page 164: ...roads Upshifts occur earlier even when you give more gas The engine then operates at lower rpms and the wheels are less likely to spin The power transmission ratio for gear selector lever position R c...

Page 165: ...ar shifting The selected shift program C S M is indicated in the tachometer display page 22 Activating manual shift program Press program mode selector switch 1 repeatedly until the M for manual shift...

Page 166: ...can also be used for maximum acceleration when driving in the manual program mode Press the accelerator past the point of resistance The transmission shifts to a lower gear Shift up once the desired...

Page 167: ...the transmission no longer shifts the trans mission is most likely operating in limp home emergency operation mode In this mode only second gear and reverse gear can be activated Stop the vehicle Mov...

Page 168: ...The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver s side do not react for example if the rear window sun shade is in raised position Glare can endanger you and others Warn...

Page 169: ...em is switched to ON page 156 Switch on ignition if not already on Press button 2 for passenger side ex terior rear view mirror Place the gear selector lever in reverse gear R The passenger side exter...

Page 170: ...the driver s door 1 Folds the exterior mirrors out 2 Folds the exterior mirrors in Switch on ignition Folding in Press button 2 briefly Both mirrors fold in Folding out Press button 1 briefly Both mi...

Page 171: ...a high pressure water jet For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system page 269 i Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the vehicle i...

Page 172: ...t enters through a side window Disengage sun visor from mounting 1 Pivot sun visor to the side Document holder You can use the plastic tab of the docu ment holder 4 to hold admission tickets parking p...

Page 173: ...ise the sunshade fully for its sup port against the window frame Warning G When operating the rear window sunshade make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the raising or lowering p...

Page 174: ...173 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Automatic climate control...

Page 175: ...air vent c Automatic climate control panel Warning G When operating the automatic climate con trol the air that enters the passenger com partment through the air vents in the footwell can be very hot...

Page 176: ...ight 7 AC cooling on off 8 Right side temperature control 9 Air volume automatic manual a Left side temperature control b Air recirculation c Air distribution left d Activated charcoal filter Warning...

Page 177: ...y adjust the interior air temperature Warning G Follow the recommended settings for heat ing and cooling given on the following pag es Otherwise the windows could fog up impairing visibility and endan...

Page 178: ...arking Cooler air will enter from the center air vent Adjusting air distribution Use the air distribution controls c and 6 page 175 to separately adjust the air distribution on each side of the passen...

Page 179: ...ide air vents 9 and direct them onto the side windows page 173 Windshield fogged on the outside Switch the windshield wipers on page 50 Press on both U buttons until they click in The h d and c sym bo...

Page 180: ...t Close center air vents Adjust side air vents upwards Deactivating Press button P page 175 The indicator lamp on the button goes out Defrosting is turned off Air recirculation mode Switch to air reci...

Page 181: ...tential danger the closing of the side win dows can be immediately halted by releasing the button or by pressing the respective window switch The closing of the sliding pop up roof can be immediately...

Page 182: ...w 41 F 5 C The activated charcoal filter should be switched off when windows fog up on the inside or if the passenger compartment needs to be quickly heated or cooled down i If you keep button e press...

Page 183: ...ol system Press button M page 175 The display shows 0 Reactivating There are several ways to reactivate the automatic climate control system Press one of the following buttons M P U a temperature con...

Page 184: ...a This refrigerant is free of CFCs which are harmful to the ozone layer Residual heat and ventilation With the engine switched off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up t...

Page 185: ...The air temperature is about the same as that of the dashboard air vents It cannot be regulated separately Switching ventilation on Open the storage compartment in front of the armrest see Storage co...

Page 186: ...heel for center air vents with adjustable booster blower To open center air vents and to adjust the booster blower Turn thumbwheel 3 i The booster blower allows air volume speed to the rear passenger...

Page 187: ...t the resistance point and released by pressing the respec tive switch The closing of the rear side windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch The door windows are equipped with the ex...

Page 188: ...s to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause an accident and or serious personal injury i You can also open or close the win dows using the SmartKey Summer opening Con veni...

Page 189: ...slightly Remove the obstruction press the switch j again past the resistance point and release If the window still does not close when there is no obstruction then hold the switch j down The side win...

Page 190: ...e vehicle The windows and sliding pop up roof begin to close after approximately one second Release the button to stop proce dure Make sure that all side windows and the sliding pop up roof are proper...

Page 191: ...s close Synchronizing Switch on ignition Press the power window switches at the symbol j until the side win dows are closed Hold the switches for approximately one second The power windows are synchro...

Page 192: ...the roof open the screen will also retract Warning G When closing the sliding pop up roof make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure The closing procedure of the...

Page 193: ...ing pop up roof Do not open the sliding pop up roof if there is snow or ice on the roof as this could result in malfunctions The sliding pop up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electric...

Page 194: ...icle The windows and sliding pop up roof begin to open after approximately one second Release the button to stop proce dure Closing Convenience feature Press and hold button after lock ing the vehicle...

Page 195: ...roof does not open smoothly a malfunction Synchronizing Switch on ignition Press and hold the switch in direction 1 until the sliding pop up roof is fully raised at the rear Hold the switch for appro...

Page 196: ...ed by means of the cruise control lever The cruise control lever is the uppermost lever found on the left hand side of the steering column page 20 Warning G Cruise control is a convenience system de s...

Page 197: ...cel cruise control Step on the brake pedal or Briefly push the cruise control lever to position 3 Cruise control will be canceled The last speed set will be stored for later use i On uphill or downhil...

Page 198: ...etting to last stored speed Resume function Briefly push the cruise control lever to position 4 The cruise control will resume the last set speed Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal i Depressi...

Page 199: ...riving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle Warning G Distronic is a convenience system Its speed adjustment reduction capability is intended to make cruise control more effective and usa...

Page 200: ...ing roads or in heavy traffic because condi tions do not allow safe driving at a steady speed Distronic will not react to stationary objects in the roadway e g a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a...

Page 201: ...calculates that there is a dan ger of collision page 206 The distance warning lamp l in the instrument cluster comes on An intermittent warning sounds Immediately brake the vehicle to avoid a collisio...

Page 202: ...ound is intended as a final caution that you have not interceded with your own braking inputs to avoid a potentially dangerous situation Do not wait for the operation of the warning sig nal to interce...

Page 203: ...Your vehicle Distronic activated If you turn Distronic on you will see the set speed in the multifunction display for about five seconds You then see the fol lowing display in the multifunction displ...

Page 204: ...ed is set Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Setting a higher speed Briefly tip the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow 1 page 202 to increase vehicle speed in increments of 5 mph...

Page 205: ...tip the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow 4 page 202 Setting to last stored speed Resume function Briefly tip the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow 4 page 202 Distronic is s...

Page 206: ...ng this time setting and the current speed of your vehicle Distronic calculates and sets the required following distance to the vehi cle ahead The set distance will be shown in the multifunction displ...

Page 207: ...on When Distronic is deactivated this func tion will continue to warn you when recog nizing a stationary obstacle or a slower vehicle moving in the vehicle s path and the danger of a collision exists...

Page 208: ...he brakes and navigate around a possible ob stacle However do not drive by relying on the distance warning function as this will re sult in an emergency braking application Especially depending on roa...

Page 209: ...or it may detect one too soon This may cause your vehicle to brake late or unexpectedly Distronic regulates only the distance be tween your vehicle and those directly ahead of it but does not register...

Page 210: ...ffi cient distance to the vehicle ahead Lane changing Distronic has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes There will be insufficient distance to the lane changing vehicle Narrow vehicles Because...

Page 211: ...the ABC switch The selected suspension style is stored in memory even after the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch The ABC switch with the indicator lamps is located in the upper part of the...

Page 212: ...s re duced by up to approximately 0 95 in 24 mm With decreasing speed the ride height is again raised to the selected vehicle level Select the level 1 and 2 settings only when required by current driv...

Page 213: ...return the vehicle to normal level The message ACTIVE BODY CONTROL VEHICLE RISING appears in the multifunction display The display switches off when the vehi cle is raised Vehicle level when stationa...

Page 214: ...60 km h lowered pro gressively by approximately 0 55 in 14 mm Raised level 2 see table Speed dependent lowering of vehicle chas sis approximate values between 0 mph 0 km h and 18 mph 30 km h raised by...

Page 215: ...onic is a supplemental system It is not intended to nor does it replace the need for extreme care The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always rests with the driver Special at...

Page 216: ...ce the ac tual distance might no longer be indicated by the system Center approx 40 in 100 cm Corners approx 24 in 60 cm Center approx 48 in 120 cm Corners approx 32 in 80 cm During parking maneuvers...

Page 217: ...area is integrated in the rear trim 1 Left front area warning indicator 1 Right front area warning indicator Each warning indicator is divided into six yellow and two red segments for either side of t...

Page 218: ...selector lever is placed in position P Rear area An intermittent acoustic warning will sound as the first red seg ment comes on and a constant acous tic warning both lasting a maximum of three seconds...

Page 219: ...d by an authorized Mercedes Benz Cen ter as soon as possible If only the red segments of the Parktronic warning indicator come on and no warning sounds then the sensors of the Parktronic system are di...

Page 220: ...ants and luggage cargo should not ex ceed the vehicle capacity weight as indicated on the corresponding label locat ed on the driver s door pillar Warning G Use only roof racks approved by Mercedes Be...

Page 221: ...ems will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause in jury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle To help avoid personal injury during a colli sion or sudde...

Page 222: ...y to position 1 Opening the glove box Press button 3 The glove box lid opens downward Closing the glove box Push lid up to close Warning G To help avoid personal injury during a colli sion or sudden m...

Page 223: ...nt in front of arm rest 1 Storage compartment Opening The compartment contains a cup holder page 224 Lightly touch cover plate 1 The cover opens automatically Closing Lightly push the cover plate 1 up...

Page 224: ...ard Closing Slide cover 1 forward i The storage compartment can be heat ed or cooled The compartment can get very warm due to its confined space When storing heat sensitive objects in the compart ment...

Page 225: ...orage compartment in front of the armrest page 222 Push button 1 The cup holder opens automatically 2 Button for folding out the second cup holder Push button 2 The second cup holder folds out in the...

Page 226: ...der into the storage compart ment until it engages Close the storage compartment Cup holder in rear seat armrest 1 Compartment for cup holder Warning G When not in use keep the cup holder closed while...

Page 227: ...il etc Parcel net in trunk You can hang a parcel net in the trunk The hooks and the parcel net in the trunk can hold a load of up to 29 8 lbs 13 5 kg 1 Hook Hang the parcel net on hooks 1 on the left...

Page 228: ...d and slides out a short way Remove insert from ashtray frame Reinstalling the ashtray insert Install insert by pushing back into the frame until it engages Rear seat ashtray 1 Latch Opening ashtray P...

Page 229: ...left hand side of the steering wheel 1 Switching on 2 Indicator lamp 3 Switching off Warning G Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they are extremely hot Hold the knob only When l...

Page 230: ...ng does not turn off automatically Warning G Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenna i e with out being connected to an external antenna from inside the vehicle w...

Page 231: ...button To activate press the SOS button the Roadside Assistance button or the Information button depend ing on the type of response required Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately...

Page 232: ...munication and the GPS Global Positioning System satel lites for vehicle location If either of these signals are unavailable the Tele Aid system may not function and if this occurs assistance must be...

Page 233: ...evant to the emergency such as the location of the ve hicle determined by the GPS satellite loca tion system vehicle model identification number and color are generated A voice connection between the...

Page 234: ...initiate an emergency call e g the rele vant cellular phone network is not available The message EMERGENCY CALL CALL FAILED appears in the multifunction display for approximately ten seconds Should t...

Page 235: ...audio system mutes and the message TELE AID ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CALL ACTIVE ap pears in the multifunction display Describe the nature of the need for as sistance The Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance...

Page 236: ...he audio system muted and the message TELE AID INFO CALL ACTIVE appears in the multifunction display Information regarding the operation of your vehicle the nearest auuthorized Mercedes Benz Center or...

Page 237: ...oximately ten seconds during the system self check after turning the ignition on together with the SOS but ton and the Roadside Assistance button See System self check page 231 when the indicator lamp...

Page 238: ...or 1 888 923 8367 in Canada or Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 in the USA or Cus tomer Service at 1 800 387 0100 in Canada i The indicator lamp in the respective...

Page 239: ...rcement Garage door opener The built in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled devices for example garage door openers gate openers or other devices compatible with H...

Page 240: ...gate operator the gate opens or closes Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that lacks safe ty stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards th...

Page 241: ...3 Hold the end of the hand held remote control transmitter 6 of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in 5 cm to 12 cm away from the sur face of the integrated remote control located on t...

Page 242: ...the garage door opener motor head unit Exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand Depending on manufacturer the train ing button may also be referred to as learn or s...

Page 243: ...r several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for the inte grated signal transmitter to pick up the sig nal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are...

Page 244: ...tter buttons 2 and 4 for ap proximately 20 seconds until the indi cator lamp flashes rapidly 1 Do not hold for longer than 30 seconds The codes of all three channels are erased Reprogramming a single...

Page 245: ...8 cm 5 1 75 in 4 5 cm Your vehicle is equipped with infrared re flecting glass which reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the interior through the windows The infrared reflecting glass also pr...

Page 246: ...245 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

Page 247: ...mum rpm in each gear Avoid accelerating by kick down Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever Select positions 3 2 or 1 only when driving at mo...

Page 248: ...fic on short trips and in hilly country Drinking and driving Pedals Power assistance Warning G Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combina tions Even a small amount...

Page 249: ...ly Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Only instal...

Page 250: ...le can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired This could result in an accident When driving down long and steep grades relieve the load on the brakes by shifting into a l...

Page 251: ...move gear selector lever to position P When parking on hills always turn front wheels towards the curb Warning G If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that poss...

Page 252: ...ter than when the road is not covered with snow or ice Exercise ap propriate caution Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire rating local speed limits should be obeyed Use prudent driv ing speeds app...

Page 253: ...tory equipped with Y rated tires which have a speed rating of 186 mph 300 km h An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 155 mph 250 km h Winter driving instructions...

Page 254: ...terior resulting in unconsciousness and death To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation open a window slightly on the side of the ve hicle not facing the wind Warning G The outside temperature indica...

Page 255: ...possible In an accident during hard braking or sud den maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in t...

Page 256: ...d justments to the engine should therefore be carried out only by qualified Mercedes Benz Center authorized techni cians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified serv...

Page 257: ...ine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immediately...

Page 258: ...rtKey re moved from starter switch Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at the point indicated by the arrow The fuel filler flap springs open Turn the fuel cap to the left and hold on to it until poss...

Page 259: ...harge This could cause the gas to spray back out when removing the fuel pump noz zle which could cause personal injury i Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 av...

Page 260: ...61 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For more information on replacing light bulbs see Replacing bulbs page 336 For more information see Exterior lamp switch page 119 Tire inflation pres...

Page 261: ...held open at shoulder height Warning G Do not pull the release lever while the vehi cle is in motion Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow To avoid damage to the windshield wip e...

Page 262: ...e engine compartment or if the coolant tem perature gauge indicates that the engine is overheated do not open the hood Move away from vehicle and do not open the hood until the engine has cooled down...

Page 263: ...ton k or j on the steering wheel until the following mes sage is seen in the multifunction dis play CORRECT MEASUREMENT ONLY IF VEH LEVEL After about three seconds this mes sage is displayed ENGINE OI...

Page 264: ...If the engine is not yet at normal oper ating temperature you must wait 30 minutes before checking oil If there is excess engine oil with the engine at normal operating temperature the fol lowing mes...

Page 265: ...ly three seconds to obtain accurate reading Oil dipstick The oil level is correct when it is between the lower min and upper max mark of the oil dipstick If necessary add engine oil For adding engine...

Page 266: ...s pamphlet in your vehicle literature port folio In addition check the oil filler cap for important information pertaining to the engine oil needing to meet a specific Mercedes Benz specification e g...

Page 267: ...ve an authorized Mercedes Benz Center check the automatic transmission Active Body Control ABC fluid level Regular fluid level check is not required If you notice fluid leaks or malfunction mes sages...

Page 268: ...tion when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gauge indi cates that the coolant is overheated Do not remove pressu...

Page 269: ...eriod of time consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center about steps you need to observe Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batteries is t...

Page 270: ...ind shield washer solvent antifreeze de pending on ambient temperatures Always use washer solvent antifreeze where temperatures may fall below freezing point Failure to do so could re sult in damage t...

Page 271: ...cause tire pressure loss and damage to the tire beads If vehicle is heavily loaded check tire pressure and correct as required Do not allow your tires to wear down too far Adhesion properties on wet...

Page 272: ...an 14 days Correct the tire pressure only when tires are cold If the tires are warm you should only cor rect the tire pressure if it is too low for cur rent operating conditions A table on the fuel fi...

Page 273: ...pressures listed for heavier loads may also be used for light loads These higher pressures produce favorable handling characteristics The ride of the vehicle however will be somewhat harder Never exc...

Page 274: ...ton k or j repeatedly until you see the current inflation pres sures for each tire appear in the dis play i Check with an authorized Mercedes Benz Center to determine the equipment installed in your v...

Page 275: ...tire inflation pres sures Do not overinflate tires Overinflating tires can result in sudden deflation blowout be cause they are more likely to become punc tured or damaged by road debris potholes etc...

Page 276: ...e then displayed page 273 If you wish to cancel activation Press button If the following message appears in the multifunction display REACTIVATE TIRE PRES MONITOR or TIRE PRES CHECK TIRES Check the ti...

Page 277: ...trol system can occur The readings issued by the control sys tem are more precise Warning G When the tire pressure monitoring system warning lamp is lit one or more of your tires is significantly unde...

Page 278: ...ressure monitor is not able to issue a warning due to a sudden dra matic loss of pressure e g tire blowout caused by a foreign object In this case bring the vehicle to a halt by carefully apply ing th...

Page 279: ...IVING A FEW MINUTES This display appears until the individual inflation pressure values are matched with the tires The individual values are then displayed page 275 If you wish to cancel activation Pr...

Page 280: ...activate the tire inflation pressure monitor For information on wheel change see the Practical hints section page 329 and page 343 Warning G Rotate front and rear wheels only if they are of the same s...

Page 281: ...conditions prevail Use of winter tires is the only way to achieve the maximum ef fectiveness of the ABS and the ESP in win ter operation For safe handling make sure that all mounted winter tires are o...

Page 282: ...the rear wheels Follow the manufac turer s mounting instructions Only use snow chains that are ap proved by Mercedes Benz Your autho rized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subje...

Page 283: ...N XXXXX MILES KM SERVICE A IN XXX DAYS SERVICE A IN X DAY SERVICE A DUE NOW The type of service due is indicated in the multifunction display 9 Minor service A Major service B Clearing the service ind...

Page 284: ...on on the instrument cluster for about three seconds This message appears in the multifunc tion display SERVICE INTERVAL RESET WITH R BUTTON FOR 3 SEC To confirm press reset button until you hear a si...

Page 285: ...on You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underbody of...

Page 286: ...come more difficult to remove A tar remover is recommended Paintwork painted body components Mercedes Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not bead up no...

Page 287: ...ly dry with a chamois Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the finish Due to the width of the vehicle fold in ex terior rear view mirrors prior to running the vehicle through an automatic car wash t...

Page 288: ...h detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Sham poo with plenty of water to to clean sensors 1 When using a steam cleaner or power washer aim nozzle only briefly from a minimum distance of 4 in 10...

Page 289: ...rms back onto the windshield before turning the SmartKey in the starter switch Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could...

Page 290: ...lder Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solution Wipe with a cloth moist ened in lukewarm solution Do not use scouring agents Hard plastic trim item...

Page 291: ...hould not become wet Nubuck leather upholstery CL 55 AMG The nubuck leather upholstery is treated with a protective coating Wipe nubuck leather upholstery with damp microfiber cloth to remove dust and...

Page 292: ...ctical hints What to do if Where will I find Unlocking locking in an emergency Opening closing in an emergency Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle...

Page 293: ...The brake system is still functioning nor mally but without the ABS available If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning other systems such as Parktronic Distron ic and the automatic transmission may...

Page 294: ...ized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the prob lem Warning G Driving with the brake warning lamp illumi nated can result in an accident Have your brake system checked im...

Page 295: ...stic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics system It allows the accurate identification of system malfunctions through the read out of diagnostic trouble...

Page 296: ...d Risk of accident Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail ing road weather and traffic conditions Switch the ESP back on page 81 If the ESP cannot be switched back on have the system checked at a...

Page 297: ...ote of the messages in the multi function display Warning G When the tire pressure monitoring system warning lamp is lit one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated You should stop and c...

Page 298: ...he nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G In the event that a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that...

Page 299: ...possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp does not come on with a BabySmartTM1 child seat properly installed on the front passenger seat 1 BabySmartTM is...

Page 300: ...the malfunction message memory page 144 On the pages that follow you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may ap pear in the display High priority messag...

Page 301: ...OL STOP CAR TOO LOW The vehicle is parked on an extremely un even surface Press the vehicle level control button to se lect raised level 2 page 212 ABC is malfunctioning Stop and press the vehicle lev...

Page 302: ...the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident DISPLAY MALFUNCTION VISIT WORKSHOP The ABS or the A...

Page 303: ...n as possible P SHIFT TO P You have tried to turn off the engine with the KEYLESS GO start stop button with the gear selector lever not in P Place the gear selector lever in position P ESP MALFUNCTION...

Page 304: ...ing turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right to synchronize the ESP If the ESP message does not go out Continue driving with added caution Have the system checked at an aut...

Page 305: ...is no longer charging Possible causes alternator malfunctioning broken poly V belt Stop immediately and check the poly V belt If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overhe...

Page 306: ...BRAKE You are driving with the parking brake en gaged Release the parking brake page 47 Warning G Driving with this message displayed can re sult in an accident Have your brake system checked immediat...

Page 307: ...equently have the cooling system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into...

Page 308: ...when your engine is badly overheat ed can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause ser...

Page 309: ...eat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Notify an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If it is intact Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed...

Page 310: ...n authorized Mercedes Benz Cen ter as soon as possible DISPLAY MALFUNCTION VISIT WORKSHOP Certain electronic systems are unable to relay information to the control system The following systems may hav...

Page 311: ...l page 262 ENGINE OIL LEVEL STOP ENGINE OFF There is no oil in the engine There is a danger of engine damage Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt as soon as possible Turn off the engine Add engine oi...

Page 312: ...symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution ENGINE OIL VISIT WORKSHOP It may be that there is water in the engine oil Have the engine oil level checked page 262 ENGINE OIL LEVEL VISIT WORK...

Page 313: ...You have forgotten to remove the SmartKey Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch REPLACE KEY DRIVE TO WORKSHOP The batteries in the SmartKey are dead Change the batteries page 332 AUTOM LIGHT ON...

Page 314: ...for the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO Otherwise the vehicle cannot be centrally locked nor can the engine be started again after it has been stopped SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is momen tarily not recognized...

Page 315: ...functioning A back up bulb is being used Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Cen ter as soon as possible DISPLAY MALFUNCTION VISIT WORKSHOP The display for the lamps or the system is malfunctioning Visi...

Page 316: ...is malfunc tioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible LIGHT SENSOR DRIVE TO WORKSHOP The lamp sensor is malfunctioning The headlamps switch on automatically In the control system set lamp operation...

Page 317: ...is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible STANDING LIGHT L CHECK LAMP SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON The left standing lamp is malfunctioning A back up bulb is being used Replace the bulb as soon as...

Page 318: ...turn signal lamp is mal functioning A back up bulb is being used Replace the bulb as soon as possible TURN SIGNAL L CHECK LAMP SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON The left rear turn signal lamp is malfunc tioning A ba...

Page 319: ...SmartKey removed from the starter switch and the sliding pop up roof open Close the sliding pop up roof page 191 K CLOSE SUNROOF You have opened the driver s door with the SmartKey removed from the s...

Page 320: ...is not equipped with a telephone TRUNK OPEN This message will appear whenever the trunk lid is open Close the trunk lid W WASHER FLUID CHECK LEVEL The fluid level has dropped to about 1 3 of total res...

Page 321: ...re inflation pressure monitor is un able to monitor the tire pressure due to the presence of several wheel sensors in the vehicle excessive wheel sensor tempera tures a nearby radio interference sourc...

Page 322: ...ect tire pressure as re quired page 271 TIRE PRES CAUTION TIRE DEFECT One or more tires are deflating Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrubt steering and braking maneuvers Change the wh...

Page 323: ...pressure Change the wheel page 343 TIRE PRES LF CAUTION TIRE DEFECT The left front tire is deflating Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers Change the wh...

Page 324: ...pressure Change the wheel page 343 TIRE PRES LR CAUTION TIRE DEFECT The left rear tire is deflating Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers Change the whe...

Page 325: ...343 TIRE PRES CHECK TIRES The pressure has fallen significantly in one or more tires Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoid ing abrubt steering and braking maneu vers Observe the traffic situati...

Page 326: ...Bring the vehicle to a halt Observe the traffic situation around you Check the tire Check and correct tire pressure as re quired TIRE PRES RF CAUTION TIRE DEFECT The right front tire is deflating Bri...

Page 327: ...Bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt braking maneuvers Observe the traffic situation around you Repair or change the wheel page 343 TIRE PRES LR CHECK TIRES The left rear tire pressure is low B...

Page 328: ...n around you Check the tire Check and correct tire pressure as re quired TIRE PRES MONITOR REACTIVE AFTER CORRECTING PRESSURE There was a tire pressure warning mes sage The yellow warning lamp for the...

Page 329: ...e been installed Remove any additional wheel sensors from the vehicle As soon as the causes of the malfunction have been removed the tire inflation pressure monitor automatically becomes active again...

Page 330: ...3 Luggage bowl 4 Spare wheel Lift up trunk floor cover and engage trunk floor handle in upper edge of trunk You can now remove the tools and ac cessories The vehicle tool kit includes One interchange...

Page 331: ...3 Turn the luggage bowl 3 clockwise to its stop Place vehicle tool kit tray 2 in luggage bowl 3 Warning G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brackets built...

Page 332: ...echanical key 2 out of the housing Unlocking the driver s door 1 Unlocking 2 Locking Unlock the door with the mechanical key To do so push the mechanical key in the lock until it stops and turn it to...

Page 333: ...Close the passenger door and the trunk lid Press the central locking switch in the center console page 106 Check to see whether the locking knob on the passenger door is still visible If necessary pu...

Page 334: ...t Remove mechanical key 1 page 331 Insert the mechanical key 1 in side opening and push gray slide The battery compartment is unlatched Pull the battery compartment 2 out of the SmartKey housing in di...

Page 335: ...position 2 Battery 1 tilts up slightly Pull out battery 1 in direction of ar row Using a lint free cloth insert new bat tery with the plus side facing up Return battery compartment into hous ing unti...

Page 336: ...e lens of the interior overhead light 1 Lens Pry off lens 1 using a flat blade screw driver page 329 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 Remove the crank from the operator s man...

Page 337: ...ee your autho rized Mercedes Benz Center for headlamp adjustment Bulbs Front lamps i Backup bulbs will be brought into use when the following lamps malfunction Turn signal lamps Brake lamps Parking la...

Page 338: ...ps Front fog lamps High mounted brake lamp Brake lamp Rear side marker Lamp Type 8 High mounted brake lamp LED 9 Brake lamp LED a Tail parking and standing lamp P 21 4 W Side marker lamp LED b Backup...

Page 339: ...d high beam housing cover Bi Xenon headlamp High beam flasher bulb Switch off the lights Open the hood page 260 Press ends of housing cover 1 tab to gether and remove cover Press connector 2 downward...

Page 340: ...in lamp and twist clockwise Parking and standing lamp bulb Switch off the lights Open the hood page 260 Press ends of housing cover 1 tab to gether and remove cover Pull out the bulb socket with the b...

Page 341: ...itch off lights Open trunk Turn lock counterclockwise and move the trim to the side Turn bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Gently twist bulb counterclockwise and pull out of bulb holder Insert...

Page 342: ...rter switch to position 0 Fold the wiper arm forward until it snaps into place Turn the wiper blade at a right angle to wiper arm arrow 1 Slide the wiper blade sideways out of the retainer in the dire...

Page 343: ...open the hood when the wiper arm is folded forward Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield Do not...

Page 344: ...assenger exit the vehicle at a safe distance from the roadway Mounting the spare wheel i Open door only when conditions are safe to do so Warning G Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare w...

Page 345: ...ne full turn with wrench The tube openings are located directly be hind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings Warning G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the v...

Page 346: ...he ground Make sure the jack is vertical plumb line Continue to turn the crank until the tire is a maximum of 1 2 in 3 cm from the ground Warning G Insert the jack arm fully into the jack sup port tub...

Page 347: ...hub threads To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while in stalling first wheel bolt Warning G Always replace wheel bolts that are dam aged or rusted Never apply oil or...

Page 348: ...ent bolt and jack back in the vehicle tool kit in the trunk and close the covering lid Replacing jack support tube cover Slide tongue of cover under the upper edge of the tube opening Applying even pr...

Page 349: ...avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc Warning G Do not place metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit Use leak proof battery only to avoid the risk of acid...

Page 350: ...Removing the battery Remove the screw securing the bat tery Remove the battery support and bracket Take out the battery Charging and reinstalling the battery Charge battery in accordance with the inst...

Page 351: ...rred method of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling Never invert the terminal connections The battery its filler caps and the vent tube must always b...

Page 352: ...while connecting or jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush aff...

Page 353: ...Clamp cable to charged battery 3 first Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed Connect negative terminals 2 and 4 of the batteries with the jumper cable Clamp cable...

Page 354: ...equipment Towing with sling type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports To prevent damage during transport do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts Switch off...

Page 355: ...nger be turned in the switch In this case the steering is locked To unlock re move SmartKey from starter switch and re insert Warning G With the engine not running there is no power assistance for the...

Page 356: ...and wheel wrench in trunk Installing cover Fit cover and snap into place When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground please note the follow ing With the automatic central locking acti vated...

Page 357: ...use chart The amperages of the fuses are also given there Spare fuses Special fuse extractor Fuse boxes in passenger compartment There are two fuse boxes in the passenger compartment One fuse box is l...

Page 358: ...k onto the dash board Fuse box in the rear passenger compartment 1 Cover Opening Pull cover 1 away from fuse box in di rection of arrow Remove cover rearward Closing Press cover back on until it engag...

Page 359: ...stopped us ing the SmartKey or the KEYLESS GO start stop button the engine can be turned off by withdrawing two fuses For easy removal of fuses use the fuse ex tractor supplied with vehicle tool kit t...

Page 360: ...data Spare parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly V belt drive Engine Rims and Tires Electrical system Main Dimensions and weights Fuels coolants lubricants etc Consumer...

Page 361: ...service More than 300000 different spare parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Genuine Mercedes Benz parts are subject ed to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically devel...

Page 362: ...rranties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Maine Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessor...

Page 363: ...fication Number VIN below right rear passenger seat 3 Engine number engraved on engine 4 VIN visible lower edge of windshield 5 Information label California version Vacuum line routing for emission co...

Page 364: ...one shown in purple belt two shown in black 1 Idler pulley 2 Automatic belt tensioner 3 ABC tandem pump pump for power steering assistance and ABC chassis 4 Air conditioning compressor 5 Crankshaft 6...

Page 365: ...mm 3 60 in 92 00 mm 3 43 in 87 00 mm Total piston displacement 303 0 cu in 4966 cm3 331 8 cu in 5439 cm3 336 4 cu in 5513 cm3 Compression ratio 10 1 9 1 9 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 302 hp 5600 rpm2...

Page 366: ...der load ex hibit dimensional variations and differ ent tire deformation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts This may result in damage to the...

Page 367: ...ce Package Rims light alloy 7 J x17 H2 8J x18 H21 1 For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Wheel offset 1 81 in 46 mm 1 73 in 44 mm Summer tires radial ply tires 245 45 R1...

Page 368: ...EH22 Wheel offset 1 73 in 44 mm 1 73 in 44 mm Summer tires radial ply tires 245 45 R18 96Y1 All season tires radial ply tires Winter tires radial ply tires 245 45 R18 100V XL M S1 or 245 45 R18 96H M...

Page 369: ...used with snow chains 8 J x 18 EH21 Wheel offset 1 73 in 44 mm 1 73 in 44 mm Summer tires radial ply tires 245 45 R18 100Y XL1 or 245 45 R18 96Y1 245 45 R18 100Y XL1 Rear axle AMG light alloy rims 9J...

Page 370: ...e and ex cept Appearance Package CL 600 CL 500 Sport Package and Appearance Package CL 55 AMG Rims light alloy 7 J x 17 H2 8J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 2 0 in 51 mm 1 73 in 44 mm Summer tires radial ply ti...

Page 371: ...180 A 14 V 220 A Starter motor 12 V 1 7 kW 12 V 1 7 kW 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 8 DPP332 NGK PFR 5 R 11 NGK ILFR 6 A NGK NFR 6Q G Electrode gap 0 039 i...

Page 372: ...in 4989 mm Overall vehicle width 73 1 in 1857 mm 73 1 in 1857 mm 73 1 in 1857 mm Overall vehicle height 55 4 in 1408 mm 55 4 in 1408 mm 55 4 in 1408 mm Wheelbase 113 6 in 2885 mm 113 6 in 2885 mm 113...

Page 373: ...ed engine oils Automatic transmission CL 500 CL 55 AMG CL 600 9 1 US qt 8 6 l 9 1 US qt 8 6 l 8 1 US qt 7 7 l MB Automatic Transmission Oil Rear axle CL 55 AMG and CL 600 1 7 US qt 1 6 l 2 1 US qt 2 0...

Page 374: ...Minimum Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Air conditioning system R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil never R 12 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 7 1 US qt 6 7 l MB Win...

Page 375: ...red by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Air conditioning refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used in the air condition ing system Never use R 12 CFC or mineral base...

Page 376: ...ygenates such as Ethanol IPA IBA and TBA can be used provided the ratio of any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10 MTBE must not exceed 15 The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not...

Page 377: ...mful to the engine op eration Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Coolants The engine...

Page 378: ...should be used to bring it up to the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage Please make sure the mixture is in accordance with label instruc tions The water in the cooling syste...

Page 379: ...quantity Model Approx freeze protection 35 F 37 C 49 F 45 C CL 500 6 1 US qt 5 75 l 6 7 US qt 6 3 l CL 600 main cooling system 7 9 US qt 7 5 l 8 7 US qt 8 25 l CL 600 low temperature cooling system 1...

Page 380: ...reeze depending on ambient tem peratures Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water 1 part S to 100 parts...

Page 381: ...course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 times as well on the gov ernment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of...

Page 382: ...d ex cessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Gr...

Page 383: ...382...

Page 384: ...atible child seats Special restraint system for children The sensor system for the passenger seat prevents deployment of the pas senger front airbag if a BabySmartTM compatible child seat is installed...

Page 385: ...ed If there is no vehicle directly ahead the system operates in the same way as conventional cruise con trol If a slower moving vehicle is ahead Distronic will reduce your vehicle speed to the extent...

Page 386: ...thout the use of a SmartKey Kickdown Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts the transmis sion down to the lowest possible gear This very quickly accelerates the vehi cle and sh...

Page 387: ...motive power to the drive axles includ ing Engine Clutch torque converter Transmission Transfer case Drive shaft Differential Axle shafts axles Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automat...

Page 388: ...effective occupant protection Tele Aid System Telematic Alarm Identification on De mand The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response automatic and man ual emergency roadside assistance and...

Page 389: ...388...

Page 390: ...start stop button 33 Immobilizer 55 82 Limiting opening height of trunk lid 153 Rear window defroster 182 Residual heat 183 Seat heater 113 114 Seat ventilation 115 Tow away alarm 84 Windshield wipers...

Page 391: ...le tool kit 329 383 Antiglare Automatic 167 Antilock brake system ABS 383 Antilock Brake System see ABS 23 Anti theft alarm system Activating 83 Canceling alarm 83 Deactivating 83 Anti theft systems 8...

Page 392: ...ivation system 71 383 Compatible child seats 71 383 Self test 72 Backrest supports Lumbar region 112 Shoulder region 111 Backup lamps 337 340 Bulbs 337 BAS 78 383 Messages in display 302 Batteries Sma...

Page 393: ...AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 298 Lower part 26 Upper part 25 Centigrade Setting temperature units 148 Central locking Automatic 105 From inside 106 Switch 106 Switching on off control system 153 Unlockin...

Page 394: ...261 Power window with KEYLESS GO 189 Power window with SmartKey 188 Side windows 187 188 Sliding pop up roof 191 335 With SmartKey 193 Sliding pop up roof with KEYLESS GO 194 Trunk 98 Windows 186 Clos...

Page 395: ...125 Cruise control 195 384 Canceling 196 Driving downhill 196 Driving uphill 196 Fine adjustment 197 Lever 202 Saving current speed 196 Setting speeds 197 Cruise control lever 195 Cup holder Cleaning...

Page 396: ...n Distronic 206 Setting in Distronic 205 Warning function 206 Distance to empty range Calling up 143 Distance warning function 206 Activating 207 Deactivating 207 Distronic warning lamp 206 Intermitte...

Page 397: ...evel control 211 E Easy entry exit feature 107 Activating 154 Electrical fuses 356 Electrical system 370 Electrically folding exterior rear view mirrors 169 Electronic Stability Program see ESP 79 384...

Page 398: ...42 Fine adjustment Cruise control 197 Distronic 204 First aid kit 329 Flat tire 343 Lowering the vehicle 347 Mounting the Spare wheel 343 Preparing the vehicle 343 Flexible Service System FSS 282 385...

Page 399: ...optimal 158 Gear range limit Canceling 158 Gear selector lever Cleaning 289 Position 160 Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission 45 Global Locking 89 Unlocking 89 Global Positioning System GPS 38...

Page 400: ...tor and warning Infant and child restraint systems 69 Installing 73 LATCH child seat mounts 74 Information About service and warranty 10 Button for Tele Aid 235 Inside rear view mirror Antiglare 167 I...

Page 401: ...Starting the engine 46 Turning off engine 56 Unlocking with 32 Keys 88 Kickdown 163 385 Kilometers miles in speedometer 148 Km h or mph in speedometer 148 L Lamp bulbs exterior 336 Lamps exterior Fron...

Page 402: ...92 Trunk 95 Locking 53 88 Central SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 94 Fuel filler flap 257 Global SmartKey 89 Glove box 221 The vehicle with KEYLESS GO 95 Trunk lid separately 104 Vehicle in an emergency 332...

Page 403: ...rear view mirror 40 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position 117 MON Motor Octane Number 258 385 Mph or km h in speedometer 148 Multicontour backrest 111 Multifunction display 24 129 386 Se...

Page 404: ...window with SmartKey 188 Side windows 187 Sliding pop up roof 191 335 In an emergency 335 With SmartKey 193 Storage compartment in the center console 223 Storage compartments in the armrest 223 Trunk...

Page 405: ...ons Memory function Storing into memory 117 Power assistance 247 Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid 105 Power seat Adjusting backrest tilt 35 Adjusting head restraint height 36 Adjusting hea...

Page 406: ...172 Reconnecting Vehicle battery 350 Refueling 257 Regular checks 258 Regular driving style 210 Reinstalling vehicle battery 349 Remote controls Integrated 240 SmartKey 88 92 Remote door unlock With T...

Page 407: ...Safety guidelines 64 Warning lamp 296 Seat cushion depth Adjusting 111 Seat heater Switching off 113 Switching on 113 Seat ventilation Switching off 115 Switching on 115 Seats 107 Adjusting 34 Adjusti...

Page 408: ...10 Temperature interior 176 Temperature indicator 148 Units Speedometer 148 Temperature 148 Vehicle level control 211 Settings Calling up Distronic 142 201 Convenience functions 154 Factory SmartKey 8...

Page 409: ...vehicle 95 Messages in display 313 Replacing the battery 332 Reprogramming 94 Selective setting 94 Turning off the engine 56 Unlocking 91 Unlocking with 32 Snow chains 281 Spare fuses 329 Spare parts...

Page 410: ...tions in Control system 146 Selecting 146 Settings menu 146 Vehicle 153 Sun visors 171 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 387 Suspension tuning For regular driving style 210 For sporty driving style 21...

Page 411: ...ning torque 387 Tightening torque Wheel bolts 347 Tire inflation pressure Checking 259 271 Tire inflation pressure see the placard on the fuel filler flap Tire speed rating 251 387 Tire traction 251 T...

Page 412: ...id 88 92 Unlocking 30 88 Central SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 94 Driver s door in an emergency 331 Fuel filler flap 257 Global 89 Glove box 221 In an emergency 331 Selective settings 89 94 Trunk in an eme...

Page 413: ...d trims 290 Vehicle level 211 Changing 212 Setting 212 Automatic 212 Manual 212 Vehicle lighting Checking 259 Vehicle submenu Limiting opening height of trunk lid Control system 153 Vehicle tool kit 3...

Page 414: ...Windshield wipers 50 170 Fast wiper speed 50 Intermittent wiping 50 Replacing wiper blades 341 Single wipe 51 Switching on 50 Wiping with windshield washer fluid 51 Winter driving 280 Block heater Can...

Page 415: ...414...

Page 416: ......

Page 417: ...z ca We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator s Manual Re printing translation and copying even of excerpts is not pe...

Page 418: ...Order No 6515 2166 13 Part No 215 584 34 83 USA Edition B 2004...

Search results

Summary of Contents for 2004 CL 500

Reviews:

Related manuals for 2004 CL 500

Brands by name

Popular brands

Mercedes-Benz 2004 CL 500, Operator'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for 2004 CL 500

Reviews:

Related manuals for 2004 CL 500

Brands by name

Popular brands