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Center console

Upper part

Function

Page

Seat heating, driver’s side

;

Rear window sunshade
switch

162

Rear seat head restraints
switch, folding down

Hazard warning flasher
switch

Front passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp

Central unlocking switch

Alarm system indicator
lamp

Function

Page

Electronic Stability
Program (ESP

) control

switch

Seat heating, front
passenger side

Seat ventilation, front
passenger side

Central locking switch

Seat ventilation, driver’s
side

Center console

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Summary of Contents for 2009 C-Class

Page 1: ...CLS Operator s Manual 219_AKB 4 54 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 11T16 21 02 02 00 Seite 1...

Page 2: ...e health or life of others Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle i Helpful hints or further information you may find useful X This symbol points to instructions for you to follo...

Page 3: ...gers we ask you to make a small investment of time RPlease read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference RPlease follow the recommendations contai...

Page 4: ...219_AKB 4 54 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 11T16 21 02 02 00 Seite 2...

Page 5: ...duction 19 At a glance 25 Safety and security 35 Controls in detail 65 Operation 175 Practical hints 223 Technical data 287 Contents 3 219_AKB 4 54 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 11T16 21 02...

Page 6: ...Control ADS Adaptive Damping System 137 Introduction 137 Messages in the multifunction display 240 Vehicle level control 138 Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air pressure tires 206 Air pump el...

Page 7: ...es in the multifunction display 238 Brakes 210 High performance brake system 212 Parking brake 100 Warning lamp 252 Break in period 176 Bulbs see Replacing bulbs C CAC Customer Assistance Center 22 Ca...

Page 8: ...Convenience 124 Instrument cluster 119 Lighting 121 Vehicle 123 Convenience submenu Easy entry exit feature 124 Coolant Anticorrosion antifreeze 301 Capacities 297 Checking level 180 Messages in the m...

Page 9: ...ng and driving 210 Driving Abroad 213 Hydroplaning 212 Instructions 97 210 In winter 209 Problems 99 Safety systems 57 Systems 127 Through standing water 213 With Distronic 135 Driving and parking Saf...

Page 10: ...85 Exterior view of vehicle 26 F Fastening the seat belts 47 First aid kit 224 Flat tire 271 Lowering the vehicle 276 Mounting the spare wheel 272 Preparing the vehicle 271 Spare wheel 271 296 Floorma...

Page 11: ...s Active Bi Xenon headlamps 86 Automatic headlamp mode 87 Bi Xenon 86 267 Cleaning lenses 219 Cleaning system 90 Daytime running lamp mode 88 Delayed shut off 122 Halogen 267 High beam flasher 90 High...

Page 12: ...cing 70 Unlocking locking manually 261 Valet locking 75 Key SmartKey Battery check lamp 69 Checking batteries 69 Factory setting 67 69 Global locking KEYLESS GO 69 Global locking SmartKey 67 Global un...

Page 13: ...121 Lock button Outside door handle KEYLESS GO 69 Locking the vehicle KEYLESS GO 67 Manually 262 SmartKey 66 Loss of Key 70 Service and Warranty Information booklet 288 Low beam headlamps 87 Exterior...

Page 14: ...ht sensor 248 Low beam lamps 249 Parking brake 239 Parking lamps 248 PRE SAFE 229 Reserve fuel 246 Reverse lamp 247 Side marker lamps 248 SmartKey 241 SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 241 SRS 240 Tail lamps 2...

Page 15: ...85 Transmission position 103 Parktronic system Cleaning system sensors 219 Malfunction 142 Minimum distance 141 Sensor range 140 Switching on off 141 System sensors 140 Warning indicators 27 141 Part...

Page 16: ...64 Restraint systems see Occupant safety Retaining hook 157 Rims 207 291 Roadside Assistance 20 166 RON Research Octane Number 299 Roof rack 155 Rubber parts cleaning 220 Run flat tires see MOExtended...

Page 17: ...ies engine 98 Starting the engine 97 Steering column see Multifunction steering wheel Adjustment Steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift control 106 Stolen Vehicle Rec...

Page 18: ...pillar 193 Tire labeling 201 Tire load rating 206 Tire ply composition and material used 207 Tire pressure loss warning system 186 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 188 Messages in the multifuncti...

Page 19: ...signals 89 Cleaning lenses 219 Indicator lamps 28 Messages in the multifunction display 250 Replacing bulbs 267 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 199 208 Units Selecting speedometer display mod...

Page 20: ...ifunction display 242 Mixing ratio 302 Refilling 181 Washing the vehicle 215 Wear pattern tires 200 Weights vehicle see Vehicle specification Wheel Changing 271 Removing 274 Spare 271 Tightening torqu...

Page 21: ...ns is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment T...

Page 22: ...f the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days Written notification should not be sent to a dealer it should be addressed to Mercedes...

Page 23: ...erly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning Because the vehicle s electronic components are interconnected any modifications made may produc...

Page 24: ...nto Ontario M4G 4C9 Reporting safety defects For the USA only The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49 Code of U S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the Natio...

Page 25: ...lessee Rin response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency Rfor use in dispute resolution involving Daimler its affiliates or sales service organization and or Ras otherw...

Page 26: ...24 219_AKB 4 54 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 11T16 21 02 02 00 Seite 24...

Page 27: ...pit 27 Instrument cluster 28 Multifunction steering wheel 29 Center console 31 Door control panel 32 Overhead control panel 33 25 At a glance 219_AKB 4 54 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 11T16...

Page 28: ...2 Valet locking 75 Rear lamps 267 Rear window defroster 151 Fuel filler flap 176 A Doors Locking and unlocking 66 261 B Towing eyes 282 C Tires and wheels 182 Function Page Rims and tires 291 D Front...

Page 29: ...Function Page E Climate control panel 143 F Overhead control panel 33 G Glove box 158 H COMAND system1 I Center console 31 J Starter switch 76 K Steering wheel adjustment stalk 82 Heated steering whe...

Page 30: ...icator lamp 252 7 Seat belt telltale 253 K High beam headlamp indicator lamp 89 L Low beam headlamp indicator lamp 87 E Main odometer with Transmission position indicator 103 Program mode 105 F Clock...

Page 31: ...steering wheel Function Page Multifunction display 111 Press button 6 to answer a call 125 to dial3 125 to redial3 125 Press button to end a call 125 to reject an incoming call 125 Press button W or...

Page 32: ...mber within Telephone menu 125 Press and hold button or to select previous or next track with quick search or to select previous or next station in station list or wave band within Audio DVD menu 116...

Page 33: ...ag off indicator lamp 41 B Central unlocking switch 71 C Alarm system indicator lamp 62 Function Page D Electronic Stability Program ESP control switch 59 E Seat heating front passenger side 81 F Seat...

Page 34: ...nction on off switch 135 E Program mode selector switch 105 Door control panel Function Page Inside door handle 70 Seat adjustment 78 Memory function for storing seat exterior mirror and steering whee...

Page 35: ...off 91 C Interior rear view mirror 84 D Front reading lamps 91 E Garage door opener 169 F Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency call system telephone and Voice Control System see separate oper...

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Page 37: ...icle equipment 36 Occupant safety 36 Panic alarm 57 Driving safety systems 57 Anti theft systems 62 35 Safety and security 219_AKB 4 54 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 11T16 21 02 02 00 Seite...

Page 38: ...tions to or work improperly conducted on restraint system components or their wiring as well as tampering with interconnected electronic systems can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning...

Page 39: ...r does it indicate a fire in the vehicle The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this you may wish to get out of the vehicle...

Page 40: ...e follow these guidelines 1 Occupants especially children should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the side impact air bag inflates This could result in seriou...

Page 41: ...es They could tear RDo not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the seat belts RDo not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able...

Page 42: ...ag control unit The front passenger front air bag deployment is additionally influenced by the passenger s weight category as identified by the Occupant Classification System OCS Y page 41 The lighter...

Page 43: ...at covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the front side impact air bags Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for availability Window curtain air bags G Observe Safety notes see...

Page 44: ...have the front passenger reposition himself or herself in the seat until the 04 indicator lamp goes out or check whether objects are caught under or around the seat In the event of a collision the air...

Page 45: ...ther strap or lower anchors and top tether strap fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions Occupants especially children should always sit as upright as possible wear the sea...

Page 46: ...upied by a small individual such as a young teenager or a small adult or a child who weighs more than the weight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint both of which are instanc...

Page 47: ...must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion and backrest If necessary adjust the tilt of the passenger seat backrest An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in...

Page 48: ...Y RSeat belts can only protect 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 an accident REach occupan...

Page 49: ...s keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat RWhen using a seat belt to secure infant restraints toddler restraints or children in booster seats always follow the child seat manufacturer s instr...

Page 50: ...ts completely Otherwise the seat belt and or latch plate could get caught or pinched in the door or in the seat mechanism This can damage the seat belt and impair its effectiveness and or cause damage...

Page 51: ...activate if the front seat belts are fastened latch plate properly inserted into buckle The ETDs for the rear outer seats will activate with or without the respective seat belts fastened In an impact...

Page 52: ...d or the items NECK PRO active front head restraints The NECK PRO active front head restraints are intended to offer the driver and front passenger increased protection from whiplash type injuries In...

Page 53: ...n Rseat adjustment Rhead restraint adjustment Rsteering wheel adjustment Rrear view mirror adjustment Rfastening of seat belts Steering wheel G Observe Safety notes see page 82 X Position steering whe...

Page 54: ...n motion G Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle ev...

Page 55: ...the child restraint All infant or child restraint systems must comply with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210 2 A statement...

Page 56: ...ar facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates RIf you have to place a child in a forward facing child res...

Page 57: ...nchorage ring cover Child seat anchors LATCH type ISOFIX G Observe Safety notes see page 52 G Warning Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts Position shou...

Page 58: ...nnot open a secured rear door from the inside You can open the rear door from the outside when the vehicle is unlocked X Securing Press the lever up in direction of arrow X Check to make sure the chil...

Page 59: ...ul interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s aut...

Page 60: ...ats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness The Antilock Brake System ABS regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking This allows you to m...

Page 61: ...tiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort in straight line braking without a loss of vehicle stability G Warning If the EBP malfunctions the brake syste...

Page 62: ...ystem and cruise control switch off automatically when the ESP engages Electronic Traction System ETS G Observe Safety notes see page 58 The ETS Electronic Traction System is a component of the ESP Th...

Page 63: ...covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Switching off the ESP CLS 63 AMG only G Warning The ESP should not be switched off during normal driving Disabling of the system will result in the follow...

Page 64: ...e engine can be started by anyone with a valid SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle Activating X With SmartKey Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch X With KEYLESS GO Turn off the engine and...

Page 65: ...ay not be properly closed Close the respective element X Disarming Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is disarme...

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Page 67: ...92 Power windows 94 Driving and parking 96 Automatic transmission 101 Instrument cluster 108 Control system 110 Driving systems 127 Climate control system 143 Rear window defroster 151 Power tilt sli...

Page 68: ...malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained X Check the batteries in the SmartKey Y page 69 and replace them if necessary X Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver s door and the trunk Y page...

Page 69: ...Pressing button will then only unlock the driver s door interior lockable storage compartments and the fuel filler flap X Switching on off Press and hold buttons and simultaneously for approximately 6...

Page 70: ...n of the KEYLESS GO system RTo lock or unlock the vehicle the SmartKey must be located outside the vehicle within approximately 3 ft 1 m of a door or the trunk RIf the SmartKey is positioned farther a...

Page 71: ...e you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey Pulling the driver s outside door handle will then only unlock the driver s door and the fuel filler flap X Switching on off Press and hold buttons and simulta...

Page 72: ...orization from the owner of the vehicle for which the key is being requested i Duplicated or photocopied documentation will not be accepted Activating the key Once you or an authorized person has prov...

Page 73: ...nt to lock the vehicle before starting to drive The central locking or unlocking switch does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap X Locking Press central locking switch When all doors are closed th...

Page 74: ...e 75 Vehicles with trunk opening closing system X To interrupt the opening procedure Release remote trunk opening switch Closing the trunk G Warning Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is ru...

Page 75: ...nto contact with an object while closing the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk lid reopens slightly This will happen only while the trunk is in its upper motion sequence Check if luggage has...

Page 76: ...d KEYLESS GO you can close the trunk and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS GO locking closing switch X Make sure you have the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO with you X Press...

Page 77: ...th the mechanical key This denies unauthorized access to the trunk e g when you valet park the vehicle X Leave only the SmartKey less its mechanical key with the vehicle X Valet locking Close the trun...

Page 78: ...ert The steering is locked when the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch X Always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation This will help to prevent accel...

Page 79: ...refer to Lamps in instrument cluster Y page 251 i When you now press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once the power supply is again switched off Seats Safety notes G Warning In order to avoid possibl...

Page 80: ...position children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the ch...

Page 81: ...e head restraint X Push or pull on the upper edge of the head restraint cushion to the desired position Comfort head restraint G Warning When folding back the side cushions never reach between the sid...

Page 82: ...when the rear seats are occupied Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident G Warning Make sure the rear seat head restraints engage when placing them upright manually Oth...

Page 83: ...ventilation for the driver s seat can be activated using the summer opening feature Y page 96 X Switch on the ignition X Switching on Press seat ventilation switch Three blue indicator lamps in seat...

Page 84: ...as soon as sufficient voltage is available Multifunction steering wheel Safety notes G Warning Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the...

Page 85: ...position is stored in memory Y page 86 With the easy entry exit feature activated the steering wheel tilts upwards when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch The steering wheel also tilts up...

Page 86: ...so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirror manually Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning Exercise care when using...

Page 87: ...ic transmission into reverse gear R The passenger side exterior rear view mirror moves to the preset parking position X Adjust the passenger side exterior rear view mirror with adjustment button so th...

Page 88: ...position an acknowledgement signal sounds Recalling positions from memory X Press and hold desired memory position button 1 2 or 3 until the seat has moved to the stored position completely On the dri...

Page 89: ...en leaving the vehicle may result in a discharged battery Low beam headlamps The low beam headlamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch X Switch on the ignition X Switching on Tur...

Page 90: ...ng lamp mode using the control system see Switching daytime running lamp mode on or off USA only Y page 121 X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position or When the engine is running the low beam headl...

Page 91: ...Regulations regarding permissible lamp operation X Switch on the ignition X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position T or L Y page 87 X Switching on front fog lamps Pull out the exterior lamp switch...

Page 92: ...mes on automatically when an air bag deploys The hazard warning flasher switch is located on the center console X Switching on Press hazard warning flasher switch All turn signal lamps are flashing i...

Page 93: ...de of your steering direction comes on Driving in reverse The front fog lamp opposite to your steering direction comes on The corner illuminating front fog lamps will come on automatically depending o...

Page 94: ...itch v X Switching front reading lamps on off Press respective switch p Ambient lighting The brightness of the ambient lighting C is adjusted via the Control system Y page 122 Interior lighting in the...

Page 95: ...wiper blades or scratch the windshield You should therefore switch off the windshield wipers when weather conditions are dry X Turn the combination switch to position or After the initial wipe pauses...

Page 96: ...ou activate the override switch Y page 56 G Observe Safety notes see page 52 G Warning When opening or closing the door windows make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening closi...

Page 97: ...it was blocked pull and hold the respective switch upward until the door window is fully closed The door window closes with greater force If the door window is blocked again and opens slightly X Immed...

Page 98: ...is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure press and hold button Vehicles with KEYLESS GO RRelease the lock button on the outside door handle to stop the closing procedure RImmediat...

Page 99: ...ust drive under these conditions drive only with at least one window fully open at all times Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission j Park position with gear selector leve...

Page 100: ...martKey as radio signals from another source may be interfering with the KEYLESS GO function X Repeat the starting procedure If the engine does not start after several starting attempts X Contact an a...

Page 101: ...le speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gea...

Page 102: ...following before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle RKeep right foot on the brake pedal REngage the parking brake RShift the automatic transmission into park position P RSlowly release th...

Page 103: ...position P X Engage the parking brake i Always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the automatic transmission into park position P With SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch...

Page 104: ...the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your rig...

Page 105: ...P only when the vehicle is stopped The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the...

Page 106: ...nto a lower gear X Canada vehicles and AMG vehicles Depress the accelerator pedal past the point of resistance Depending on the engine speed the automatic transmission shifts into a lower gear Working...

Page 107: ...am mode C when the engine is restarted X Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in the multifunction display Selecting program mode C me...

Page 108: ...atic transmission will not shift into a lower gear if the engine s maximum speed would be exceeded Extending gear range X Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D direction or X Bri...

Page 109: ...ars manually with drive position D selected You can upshift or downshift through the gears in succession i Manual program mode M will not be stored When the engine is turned off with manual program mo...

Page 110: ...lerate or take off Kickdown Using the kickdown while driving in manual program mode M is not possible Deactivating manual shift program X Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until C or S...

Page 111: ...automatically to suit ambient light conditions The instrument cluster illumination will also be adjusted automatically when you switch on the vehicle s exterior lamps Coolant temperature indicator G...

Page 112: ...ice to set the language for messages in the instrument cluster display and much more G Warning A driver s attention to the road and traffic conditions must always be his her primary focus when driving...

Page 113: ...example These functions serve to call up relevant information or to customize the settings for your vehicle It is helpful to think of the menus and the functions within each menu as being arranged in...

Page 114: ...7 A Distronic menu Y page 117 B Vehicle status message memory10 menu Y page 117 C Settings menu Y page 118 Function D Trip computer menu Y page 124 E Telephone menu Y page 125 Standard display menu Yo...

Page 115: ...e is free of ice The road may still be icy especially in wooded areas or on bridges X Press button or repeatedly until the digital speedometer or the outside temperature appears in the multifunction d...

Page 116: ...Lap number You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or the starter switch is in position 2 Y page 76 While the RACETIMER is being displayed you cannot adjust the audio volume using butto...

Page 117: ...edly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display X Press button repeatedly until the overall analysis appears in the multifunction display Overall analysis of RACETIMER Overall driving tim...

Page 118: ...ample illustration Wave band setting Station frequency X Selecting next or previous stored station Press button or briefly to select a stored station X Selecting next or previous station in the statio...

Page 119: ...tem Distronic menu Use the Distronic menu to display the current settings for your Distronic system The information shown in the multifunction display depends on whether the Distronic system is activa...

Page 120: ...hich you can reset all the settings to the original factory settings and a collection of submenus with which you can make individual settings for your vehicle The following settings and submenus are a...

Page 121: ...cting display speed or outside temperature for status line Y page 120 RSelecting display speed or outside temperature for standard display Y page 120 Lighting submenu RSwitching daytime running lamp m...

Page 122: ...g display speed or outside temperature for status line X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the multifunction display X Press button X Move the selection marker with but...

Page 123: ...ction marker is on the current setting X Press button W or X to select manual operation Manual or daytime running lamp mode Constant With daytime running lamp mode switched on and the exterior lamp sw...

Page 124: ...ction marker with button W or X to the Lighting submenu X Press button or repeatedly until the message Ambient Light Level appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current s...

Page 125: ...the interior lighting to remain on for 10 seconds during darkness after you have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the mu...

Page 126: ...le or with access to an unlocked vehicle Children could open the driver s door and unintentionally activate the easy entry exit feature which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury...

Page 127: ...age fuel consumption since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics X Press button U or V repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display X P...

Page 128: ...name of the network provider if available The telephone has found a network and is ready for use You can operate it using the control system Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive c...

Page 129: ...for your vehicle automatically The use of the cruise control is recommended for driving at a constant speed for extended periods of time The currently set speed or last set speed Resume function appe...

Page 130: ...r pedal i On uphill grades the cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set speed will be resumed On downhill grades the cruise control maintains the set speed...

Page 131: ...ng Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow X Decreasing Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow Setting stored speed Resume function G Warning The set speed store...

Page 132: ...l at a constant speed G Warning Use of the Distronic can be dangerous on slippery roads Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control The Distronic does not function in a...

Page 133: ...ct to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the dev...

Page 134: ...The Distronic brakes your vehicle with a maximum deceleration of 6 5 ft s2 2 m s2 This corresponds to approximately 20 of the maximum deceleration of your vehicle The Distronic brakes the vehicle in a...

Page 135: ...s switched off due to a malfunction The vehicle speed displayed on the speedometer can briefly vary from the speed setting on the Distronic system Setting the current speed X Accelerate or decelerate...

Page 136: ...speed Setting stored speed Resume function G Warning The set speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Possible acceleration or decel...

Page 137: ...elect the appropriate setting given road conditions traffic driver s preferred driving style and applicable laws and driving recommendations for safe following distance X Increasing distance Turn thum...

Page 138: ...isplay For cleaning and care of the Distronic system sensor cover see Y page 219 i If the message DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable See Operator s Manual disappears during driving and the last set speed...

Page 139: ...y the traffic situation apply the brakes and navigate around a possible obstacle However do not drive by relying on the distance warning function as this will result in an emergency braking applicatio...

Page 140: ...To help avoid personal injury keep hands and feet away from wheel housing area and stay away from under the vehicle when lowering the vehicle chassis Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride heigh...

Page 141: ...vel control switch will return the vehicle to normal level The setting raised is canceled and the vehicle is lowered to the normal level automatically if the vehicle speed is above 75 mph 120 km h or...

Page 142: ...lity during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver G Warning Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking maneuvering Otherwise they co...

Page 143: ...t and rear area activated As your vehicle approaches an object one or more distance segments will illuminate depending on the distance When the seventh distance segment illuminates you have reached th...

Page 144: ...gments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds the Parktronic system sensors are dirty e g dirt ice snow and slush Another cause could be interference from other radio or ultrasonic signals e g truc...

Page 145: ...eld or the side windows are clear again Y page 149 3 Temperature control driver s side raising i Set the temperature to 72 22 Y page 147 4 Display 5 Temperature control passenger side raising i Set th...

Page 146: ...page 145 e Decreasing air volume Y page 149 f on off USA only Y page 150 Residual heat ventilation Canada only i With the engine turned off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interio...

Page 147: ...to the interior and the windows could fog up impairing visibility and endangering you and others Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The air condit...

Page 148: ...rator will be vented when the air conditioning has been in use Approximately 1 hour after locking the vehicle the blower switches on automatically The blower will run for 30 minutes at its lowest leve...

Page 149: ...standard display i You can also press button once more to switch back to the standard display Rear climate control panel You can adjust the air temperature on each side of the rear passenger compartm...

Page 150: ...lume control for adjustable left side air vent X Opening closing Turn thumbwheel in the required direction Front armrest storage compartment ventilation The front armrest storage compartment can be ve...

Page 151: ...e entire vehicle interior O Directs air through the center and side air vents and to the footwells X Turn air distribution control or C Y page 143 to the desired symbol You can also turn the air distr...

Page 152: ...aximum cooling Rmaximum blowing power Rthe air recirculation mode is switched on X Deactivating Press button again MAX COOL disappears in display The previous settings are once again in effect i To sw...

Page 153: ...control setting X Activating Switch off the ignition X Press button The indicator lamp in the button comes on X Deactivating Press button The indicator lamp in the button goes out The residual heat is...

Page 154: ...or occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compartment To avoid damaging the seals do not transport any objects with sharp...

Page 155: ...unroof completely press the sunroof switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow and release X Stopping during express operation Move the sunroof switch in any direction i Express raising is...

Page 156: ...er s door then can be closed again X Remove the fuse for the tilt sliding sunroof from the fuse box Y page 284 X Reinsert the fuse in the fuse box X Switch on the ignition X Press and hold the sunroof...

Page 157: ...edes Benz Center G Warning Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle Follow the manufacturer s installation instructions Otherwise an improper...

Page 158: ...e 161 X Open the trunk X Press button The flap opens in direction of arrow X From trunk slide skis into ski bag X Tighten strap A by pulling at the loose end arrow until the skis in the ski bag are ti...

Page 159: ...the trunk always close the cover Parcel net G Warning Parcel nets are intended for storing light weight items only such as road maps mail etc Heavy objects objects with sharp edges or fragile objects...

Page 160: ...about and injuring vehicle occupants during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident Glove box Depending on vehicle equipment an AUX socket or a media interface is located in the glove box For inform...

Page 161: ...ut luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests Do not place anything on shelf below the rear window Keep compartment lids closed This will hel...

Page 162: ...ous personal injury Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The cup holder must be extended when in use with bottles When not in use kee...

Page 163: ...ss the front of the rear armrest X Closing Slide cup holder back until it engages Do not sit on or lean your body weight against the armrest when it is folded down as you could otherwise damage it Clo...

Page 164: ...o danger of anyone being harmed by the extending or retracting procedure The extending or retracting procedure can be immediately halted by briefly pressing rear window sunshade switch To reverse dire...

Page 165: ...nd the cigarette lighter is being used extensively the vehicle battery may become discharged X Open the cover Y page 162 X Switch on the ignition X Push in cigarette lighter Cigarette lighter will pop...

Page 166: ...is available if Rit has been activated and is operational Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services connection and cellular air time Rvehicle battery power is available Rthe relevant...

Page 167: ...call the Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 USA only or 1 888 923 8367 Canada only An emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the Emergenc...

Page 168: ...ceive an automatic SOS signal and cannot make voice contact with the vehicle occupants X Terminating calls Press button on the multifunction steering wheel or X Press the respective button for ending...

Page 169: ...button X Press and hold Information button for longer than 2 seconds A call to the Customer Assistance Center will be initiated The indicator lamp in Information button will flash while the call is in...

Page 170: ...principles of the COMAND system can be found in the separate COMAND system operating instructions Destination Download allows you access to a database of over 10 million points of interest POIs that c...

Page 171: ...ent i If the anti theft alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds the Tele Aid system will notify the Customer Assistance Center automatically Garage door opener The integrated remote control can operat...

Page 172: ...lamp changes from a slow to a rapidly flashing light release the hand held remote control button and the signal transmitter button X Step 6 Press and hold the just trained signal transmitter button or...

Page 173: ...remote control button B as follows Press and hold button B for 2 seconds then release it for 2 seconds and again press and hold it for 2 seconds Repeat this sequence on the hand held remote control un...

Page 174: ...in the hand held remote control before beginning the procedure RStraighten the antenna wire from the garage door opener assembly This may help improve transmitting and or receiving signals i Certain t...

Page 175: ...ust them if necessary A loose floormat could slip and hinder proper functioning of the pedals Do not place several floormats on top of each other as this may impair pedal movement X Move the driver s...

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Page 177: ...km 176 At the gas station 176 Engine compartment 178 Tires and wheels 182 Winter driving 208 Driving instructions 210 Maintenance 214 Vehicle care 215 175 Operation 219_AKB 4 54 en US d2ureepe Versio...

Page 178: ...may apply to your vehicle type also apply when driving the first 1000 miles 1500 km after the engine or the rear differential has been replaced i Always obey applicable speed limits At the gas station...

Page 179: ...ap open can cause the yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp to flash and the malfunction indicator lamp USA only or Canada only to illuminate For more information see also Practical hints Y page 257 X...

Page 180: ...Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately 30 seconds or may even restart...

Page 181: ...e not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty For further information contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Notes on checking engine oil level When checking the oil level Rthe vehicle must...

Page 182: ...gine oil as required Be careful not to overfill with oil Be careful not to spill any oil when adding Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water Excess oil must be siphoned o...

Page 183: ...nsion tank Rfor warm coolant is approximately 0 6 in 1 5 cm higher X Add coolant as required X Screw cap back on and tighten it For more information on coolant see the Technical data section Y page 29...

Page 184: ...concerning tire service and purchase G Warning Replace rims or tires with the same designation manufacturer and type as shown on the original part For further information contact an authorized Merced...

Page 185: ...ling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear unevenly increase stopping dista...

Page 186: ...temperature and tire inflation pressure are also increased while driving depending on the driving speed and the tire load If you will be driving your vehicle at high speeds of 100 mph 160 km h or hig...

Page 187: ...flated tires Underinflated tires G Warning Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel...

Page 188: ...a pen Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge X Install the valve cap X Repeat this procedure for each tire Tire pressure loss warning system Canada only While the vehicle is bei...

Page 189: ...his case bring the vehicle to a halt by carefully applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers Restarting the tire pressure loss warning system The tire pressure loss warning system must...

Page 190: ...hould be checked at least once a month when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pilla...

Page 191: ...In addition an acoustic warning sounds and the low tire pressure telltale in the instrument cluster comes on Example illustration Restarting the TPMS G Warning It is the driver s responsibility to set...

Page 192: ...this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority...

Page 193: ...e inflation pressure under such circumstances X Switch on the ignition X Press button V or U on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display appears in the multifunction disp...

Page 194: ...ure information on the inside of the fuel filler flap make sure the tire inflation pressure of all four tires is correct X Switch on the ignition X Press button V or U on the multifunction steering wh...

Page 195: ...inflation pressures for the original equipment tires on your vehicle 2 The certification label also found on the driver s door B pillar It tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehicle ca...

Page 196: ...hicle The seating capacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle Observe front and rear seating capacity The Tire and Loading Information placard showin...

Page 197: ...available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle Y page 197 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and num...

Page 198: ...Example 3 Step 3 Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit from Tire and Loading Information placard minus combined weight of all occupants 1500 lbs 750 lbs 750 lbs 1500 lbs 5...

Page 199: ...ercedes Benz does not recommend trailer towing with your vehicle Maximum tire load G Warning Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Inform...

Page 200: ...condition and inflation Spare tires will age and become worn over time even if never used and thus should be inspected and replaced when necessary Life of tire G Warning Tires and spare tire should b...

Page 201: ...ay vary from data shown in above illustration Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear Traction Temperat...

Page 202: ...combination can cause excessive heat build up and possible tire failure The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to...

Page 203: ...each rotation Check for and ensure proper tire inflation pressure For information on wheel change see Flat tire Y page 271 Tire labeling Besides tire name sales designation and manufacturer name a num...

Page 204: ...code indicates the tire construction type The R stands for radial tire type Letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction letter B means belted bias ply construction At the tire manufacturer s opti...

Page 205: ...km h RAt the tire manufacturer s option any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph 240 km h can include a ZR in the size designation for example 245 40 ZR18 To determine the maximum speed capabil...

Page 206: ...r example when purchasing new tires If you are uncertain about the correct reading of the information given on a tire s sidewall any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to assist you Load ide...

Page 207: ...ze Code indicates the tire size Tire type code Tire type code may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire Date of manufa...

Page 208: ...The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver...

Page 209: ...ide of the fuel filler flap Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead TIN Tire Ident...

Page 210: ...never wintry road conditions prevail Not all M S rated tires provide special winter performance Make sure the tires you use show the mountain snowflakeimarking on the tire sidewall These tires meet sp...

Page 211: ...g device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still be icy especially in...

Page 212: ...r of all obstacles If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caug...

Page 213: ...risk Rmaintain a greater distance to the vehicle ahead and drive with particular care Rcarefully apply the brakes at the end of a trip and immediately after commencing a new trip so that salt residue...

Page 214: ...have the brake system checked regularly The high performance brake system is designed to operate under the extremely high operating demands required to accommodate the performance capabilities of the...

Page 215: ...m using a mobile telephone while driving a vehicle Only operate the COMAND12 Cockpit Management and Data System if road weather and traffic conditions permit Otherwise you may not be able to observe t...

Page 216: ...nformation The maintenance service indicator message will notify you when the next maintenance service is required Starting approximately 1 month before the next maintenance service is required one of...

Page 217: ...ntenance service indicator message or maintenance service indicator display Do not confuse the maintenance service indicator with the engine oil level indicator 4 Resetting the maintenance service ind...

Page 218: ...r damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underbody of the vehicle A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbod...

Page 219: ...uch Up Stick for quick and provisional repairs of minor paint damage i e chips from stones vehicle doors etc Vehicles with mat paint Your vehicle is painted with mat clear coat paint Observe the follo...

Page 220: ...touchless car wash which uses caustic spray Caustic spray will damage the paint or ornamental moldings If the vehicle is very dirty prewash it before running it through the automatic car wash Make sur...

Page 221: ...zle of the power washer Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades The windshield wipers must be in a vertical position before folding them away from the windshield They could otherwise damage the hood...

Page 222: ...arked after cleaning Drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry When applying Mercedes Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care products take care not to sp...

Page 223: ...ility Leather upholstery Please note that leather upholstery is a natural product and is therefore subject to a natural aging process Leather upholstery may also react to certain ambient influences su...

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Page 225: ...g manually 261 Resetting activated NECK PRO active front head restraints 264 Replacing SmartKey batteries 264 Replacing bulbs 266 Replacing wiper blades 270 Flat tire 271 Battery 278 Jump starting 280...

Page 226: ...spare wheel are not factory equipped with the tools required for a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel wrench Some tools required for a wheel change are specific to your vehicle Contact an authori...

Page 227: ...e vehicle Y page 272 Jack G Warning Only use the jack supplied with your vehicle to lift the vehicle briefly for wheel changes If you use the jack for any other purpose you or others could be injured...

Page 228: ...tire Y page 271 Storing the spare wheel after use X Place spare wheel in the spare wheel well Y page 226 X Secure spare wheel by turning spare wheel mounting clockwise Y page 226 Vehicles with spare w...

Page 229: ...spare wheel well X Extend the tensioning strap by pulling the slider X Place tensioning strap around the spare wheel rim and collapsible tire with the buckle facing the inside of the rim X Close the b...

Page 230: ...member that clearing a message will only make the message disappear Clearing a message will not correct the condition that caused the message to appear G Warning All categories of messages contain imp...

Page 231: ...system are operational again and the message should disappear X If the message does not disappear Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible ESP Inoperativ e Se...

Page 232: ...around the seat head restraints pushing against roof etc The system may recognize such forces as supplemental weight and sense that an occupant on the front passenger seat is of a greater weight than...

Page 233: ...m is not working properly Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G Warning If the 04 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective st...

Page 234: ...center console Y page 44 and the multifunction display in the instrument cluster Y page 28 for the following With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on Rthe 04 indicator lamp in the center...

Page 235: ...0 mph 30 km h X Drive faster than 20 mph 30 km h if the situation allows and set the speed X Check the activation conditions for cruise control Y page 128 DISTRONIC MPH One of the activation condition...

Page 236: ...tronic is deactivated because the functionality is impaired by external interferences e g high frequency sources such as toll stations speed measuring systems etc X Leave the area of the external inte...

Page 237: ...position D X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P or neutral position N Make sure the brake pedal is depressed Tires Display messages Possible causes consequences and X Solutions Che...

Page 238: ...displayed after driving for a few minutes Vehicles with Advanced TPMS Canada only The tire inflation pressure is being checked X Drive the vehicle for a few minutes Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperativ e...

Page 239: ...pressure due to a nearby radio interference source or insufficient power supply As soon as the causes of the malfunction have been rectified the TPMS or Advanced TPMS becomes active again automatical...

Page 240: ...not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overin...

Page 241: ...Level There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir Risk of accident X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the parking brake X Do not drive any further...

Page 242: ...l injury or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury Driving systems Display messages Possible causes consequences and X Solutions Vehicle Rising The vehicle is...

Page 243: ...with KEYLESS GO left in the vehicle was recognized while trying to lock the vehicle from the outside X Take the SmartKey out of the vehicle Please don t forget your key This message appears for a max...

Page 244: ...op the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the parking brake X Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch Key Not Detected message appears in white The SmartKey with KEYLE...

Page 245: ...ant level is too low X Add coolant Y page 180 X If you have to add coolant frequently have the cooling system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning Do not spill antifreeze on hot eng...

Page 246: ...ng Driving when your engine is overheated 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...

Page 247: ...nt temperature indicator in the instrument cluster If the coolant temperature is below 248 120 you may continue driving to an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine...

Page 248: ...oils contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or visit www mbusa com USA only Engine oil level warnings should not be ignored Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engi...

Page 249: ...ail Lamp Left Auxiliary Bulb On or Brake Tail Lamp Right Auxiliary Bulb On The left or right brake tail lamp is malfunctioning This message will only appear if all LEDs have stopped working X Contact...

Page 250: ...t or High Beam Right The left or right high beam lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 266 b License Plate Lamp Left or License Plate Lamp Right The left or right licens...

Page 251: ...or lamp switch to or Y page 87 or X With the rear fog lamp switched on Push in the exterior lamp switch to its stop b Tail Lamp Left Auxiliary Bulb On or Tail Lamp Right Auxiliary Bulb On The left or...

Page 252: ...t least one tire or The tire inflation pressure of the individual tires differ from each other significantly X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required Y page 185 h Tire Pressure Caution...

Page 253: ...den deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc What to do if Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instr...

Page 254: ...oon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running The ABS has switched off due to insufficient p...

Page 255: ...id on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire You can be seriously burned If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or below have the brak...

Page 256: ...m the front passenger seat and put them in a safe place The seat belt telltale goes out and the warning chime stops sounding i After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sou...

Page 257: ...malfunction Risk of accident X Read and observe additional messages that may appear in the multifunction display X Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking reducing stee...

Page 258: ...ble line of travel X Apply the brakes immediately X Carefully observe the traffic situation You may need to brake or maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle Vehicle Problem Possible causes consequences...

Page 259: ...has been detected in the fuel system The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky X Check the fuel cap Y page 176 X If it is not closed properly Close the fuel cap X If it...

Page 260: ...me fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the engi...

Page 261: ...tale goes out after a few minutes of driving G Warning Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked at least once a month when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by...

Page 262: ...on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or...

Page 263: ...cedes Benz Center Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired X Read and observe messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps Y page 22...

Page 264: ...en you open the trunk the trunk lid swings open upwards Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance X Turn mechanical key back and remove it from the trunk lid lock Locking the vehicle If...

Page 265: ...oosen gear selector lever cover using this object X Pull gear selector lever cover out and remove X Simultaneously push down release and move the gear selector lever out of park position P The gear se...

Page 266: ...ized Mercedes Benz Center X Take reset tool out of the Mercedes Benz literature pouch X Guide reset tool into rectangular opening between head restraint cushion and head restraint cover X Press reset...

Page 267: ...e they are clean and free of lint When replacing batteries always replace both batteries i The required replacement batteries are available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center Replacement batteries...

Page 268: ...d bulb sockets can be very hot Allow the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb Keep bulbs out of reach of children Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you Rtouch or move it...

Page 269: ...amps Type Turn signal lamp 3457AK High beam lamp H7 55 W Parking and standing lamp W 5 W Low beam lamp H7 55 W Bi Xenon headlamps Type Turn signal lamp 3457AK High beam lamp H7 55 W License plate lamp...

Page 270: ...n Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components It is recommended to have such work done by a qualified technician Before you start to replace a bulb for a fron...

Page 271: ...es Parking and standing lamp bulb Halogen headlamps X Turn housing cover counterclockwise and remove it X Pull out bulb socket A with the bulb X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket A X Gently press the n...

Page 272: ...ing could crack the windshield Do not allow a wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted Mercedes Benz recommends that you have this work carried out at an authorized Mer...

Page 273: ...spare wheel mounted Adapt your driving style accordingly The spare wheel is for temporary use only When driving with a spare wheel mounted ensure proper tire inflation pressure and do not exceed a veh...

Page 274: ...removed before mounting the spare wheel X Press on both clips simultaneously to release buckle X Store the tensioning straps in a safe place You will need them to store the spare wheel in the trunk af...

Page 275: ...onally opposite to the wheel being changed Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface However should circumstances require you to do so on a hill X Place wheel chocks or other si...

Page 276: ...Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric air pump before lowering the vehicle G Warning Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged w...

Page 277: ...Your vehicle may be equipped with either of two versions of the electric air pump RVersion 1 The air hose with pressure gauge and the electrical plug are located behind a flap RVersion 2 The pressure...

Page 278: ...X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 or X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button twice Do not depress the brake pedal X Version 1 only If the tire inflation...

Page 279: ...0 km if the vehicle is fully loaded The point at which the maximum driving distance in emergency mode begins is when the warning message appears in the multifunction display indicating that there is a...

Page 280: ...ge battery contains lead Recycling of the battery is the preferred method of disposal Many states USA only or provinces Canada only require sellers of batteries to accept the old battery for recycling...

Page 281: ...ery the battery ventilation hose and the lateral plug must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation Never loosen or detach battery terminal clamps while the engine is running or t...

Page 282: ...everal unsuccessful starting attempts have it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeated failed starting attempts may damage the catalytic con...

Page 283: ...gine of the vehicle with charged battery A and run at idle speed X Connect negative terminal of charged battery A with negative terminal with a jumper cable Clamp the cable to negative terminal of cha...

Page 284: ...is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle Adapt your driving accordingly Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly or diagonally sin...

Page 285: ...g cover Fit cover Y page 282 and snap it into place X Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle tool kit Towing with front axle raised The vehicle may be towed only for distance...

Page 286: ...page 90 The vehicle may be towed only for distances up to 30 miles 50 km and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h i While being towed with the hazard warning flasher in use use the combination swi...

Page 287: ...r or the dashboard X Open the driver s door X Opening Insert flat blunt object as a lever in between the edge of fuse box cover and the dashboard at the position indicated by the arrow X Loosen fuse b...

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Page 289: ...entification labels 288 Vehicle specification CLS 550 219 372 290 Vehicle specification CLS 63 AMG 219 377 290 Rims and tires 291 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 296 287 Technical data 219_AKB 4 54 en U...

Page 290: ...des Benz Limited Warranty Also it could compromise the vehicle s durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty In...

Page 291: ...o each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle X Move the front passenger seat backward as far as poss...

Page 292: ...system CLS 550 Spark plugs type Bosch F8 DPP 332U NGK PFR 5R 11 Spark plugs electrode gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm Spark plugs tightening torque 18 22 lb ft 25 30 Nm Main dimensions CLS 550 Overall vehicle le...

Page 293: ...ck front 63 0 in 1599 mm Track rear 62 3 in 1583 mm Turning circle 37 7 ft 11 5 m Weights CLS 63 AMG Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Rims and tires Notes Only use tires which...

Page 294: ...filler flap The tire inflation pressure should be checked regularly and should only be adjusted on cold tires Follow tire manufacturer s maintenance recommendation included with the vehicle For inform...

Page 295: ...n 25 mm Winter tires20 21 245 40 R18 97V XL Extra Load M Si CLS 63 AMG Performance Package 19 wheels AMG rims light alloy Wheel offset 8 5 J x 19 H2 0 98 in 25 mm Winter tires20 21 23 245 35 R19 93V X...

Page 296: ...8 95V M S CLS 550 AMG Sport Package 27 CLS 550 Grand Edition 18 wheels Front axle AMG rims light alloy 8 5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 0 98 in 25 mm Summer tires24 255 40 ZR18 99Y XL Extra Load Rear axle A...

Page 297: ...8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 0 98 in 25 mm Summer tires29 255 35 ZR19 96Y XL Extra Load Winter tires29 31 245 35 R19 93V XL Extra Load M Si Rear axle AMG rims light alloy 9 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 1...

Page 298: ...le tire32 175 55 18 95P 175 50 19 97P Recommended tire inflation pressure 61 psi 4 2 bar 51 psi 3 5 bar 51 psi 3 5 bar Fuels coolants lubricants etc Capacities Vehicle components and their respective...

Page 299: ...9 US qt 11 3 l MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze CLS 63 AMG approx 12 5 US qt 11 8 l Fuel tank All models 21 1 US gal 80 0 l Premium unleaded gasoline Minimum Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Fu...

Page 300: ...OIL Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number Model Engine type MB sheet number CLS 550 273 229 5 CLS 63 AMG 156 229 536 i MB sheet numbers are printed on the outside of oil containers Vis...

Page 301: ...abrupt acceleration RDo not exceed an engine speed of 3000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two persons and no luggage RDo not exceed 2 3 of maximum accelerator pedal position if...

Page 302: ...d by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty If the antifreeze mixture is effective to 35 37 the boiling point of the coolant in the pressurized cooling system is reached at approximately 266 130 The coola...

Page 303: ...the aluminum parts Failure to use such anticorrosion antifreeze coolant will result in a significantly shortened service life Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your ve...

Page 304: ...rate MB SummerFit X Mix with water for temperatures above freezing point X Mix with commercially available premixed washer solvent antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point Washer fluid mixing...

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Page 307: ...personal injury be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or it...

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