Mercedes-Benz 2009 CLS 550 Operator'S Manual Download Page 29

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Exterior view

Function

Page

Trunk:

Unlocking

Opening and closing

78,

Vehicle tool kit

250

Rear lamps

308

Rear window, defroster

170

Fuel filler flap

197

Fuel requirements

347

Doors:

Locking and unlocking

Opening

Towing eye bolt

327

Tires and wheels

204,

336

Checking tire inflation pres-
sure

212

Function

Page

Spare wheel

252

Flat tire

314

Front lamps

308

Hood

199

Engine oil

200

Coolant

202

Wipers

101

Wiper blades, replacing

312

Wiper blades, cleaning

244

Windshield:

Cleaning with wiper fluid

102

Cleaning

244

Power tilt/sliding sunroof

170

Exterior rear view mirror

Side marker lamps

308

At a glance

Summary of Contents for 2009 CLS 550

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual CLS...

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

Page 3: ...easure and also the safety of you and your passengers 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 re...

Page 4: ...2 Index 3 Introduction 18 At a glance 25 Safety and security 41 Controls in detail 71 Operation 195 Practical hints 249 Technical data 331 Contents...

Page 5: ...essages in the multifunction dis play 258 Safety guidelines 45 Side impact 47 Window curtain 48 Air conditioning refrigerant and lubricant 346 Air distribution 167 Air filter 283 Airmatic DC Dual Cont...

Page 6: ...ire 228 Beverage holders see Cup holders Brake fluid Messages in the multifunction dis play 272 Brake lamps Cleaning lenses 243 High mounted brake lamp 308 Replacing bulbs 308 Brake pads Messages in t...

Page 7: ...rd display 126 Telephone 140 Trip computer 139 Vehicle status message memory 131 Control system submenus 125 Convenience 138 Instrument cluster 134 Lighting 135 Vehicle 138 Convenience submenu Easy en...

Page 8: ...ock Tele Aid 189 Unlocking Mechanical key 303 DOT Department of Transporta tion 228 Drinking and driving 233 Driving Abroad 237 Hydroplaning 236 Instructions 106 233 In winter 232 Problems 109 Safety...

Page 9: ...Program 66 ETS 67 Messages in the multifunction dis play 256 271 Warning lamp 295 ETD Emergency Tensioning Device 56 Safety guidelines 45 ETS Electronic Traction System 67 Express operation Power win...

Page 10: ...ncy 304 Generator see Alternator Global locking unlocking see Key SmartKey Glove box 178 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR GVW Gross V...

Page 11: ...ontrols see Cockpit Interior lighting Delayed shut off 137 Front 100 Front reading lamps 100 Rear 100 Rear reading lamps 100 Interior rear view mirror 92 Auto dimming rear view mirrors 93 Interior sto...

Page 12: ...type child seat anchors see Children in the vehicle License plate lamps 308 Messages in the multifunction dis play 285 Replacing bulbs 308 Light alloy wheels cleaning 245 Lighter see Cigarette lighter...

Page 13: ...ine 277 Coolant 277 278 280 Corner illuminating front fog lamps 286 Cruise control 263 Display malfunction 255 Distronic 263 Doors 275 EBP 271 Engine oil 282 Engine service 277 ESP 256 271 Fog lamps 2...

Page 14: ...k cleaning 242 Paintwork code 333 Panic alarm 64 Parcel net 177 Parking 110 Parktronic 156 Parking brake 110 Messages in the multifunction dis play 271 Parking position Transmission position 113 Parkt...

Page 15: ...Seat belt see Seat belts Telltale Remote control see Key SmartKey Remote door unlock Tele Aid 189 Replacing bulbs 308 Brake lamps 308 Headlamps 308 High beam headlamps 308 High mounted brake lamp 308...

Page 16: ...ctive setting SmartKey 73 75 Shelf below rear window cleaning 246 Side impact air bags 47 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses 243 Messages in the multifunction dis play 284 Replacing bulbs 308 Sidewall...

Page 17: ...n dis play 273 Remote door unlock 189 Roadside Assistance button 187 SOS button 186 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 190 System self test 185 Telephone 34 Answering ending a call 141 Hands free microp...

Page 18: ...ating 222 229 Top tether Children in the vehicle 59 Total load limit 229 Towing eye bolt 327 Towing the vehicle 326 Tow start 324 326 Traction 229 Transmission see Automatic transmission Transmission...

Page 19: ...re W Warning lamps see Lamps Indicator and warning Warning sounds Distance warning function 153 Distronic 147 Driver s or passenger s seat belt 55 Parking brake 271 Parktronic system 159 Seat belt tel...

Page 20: ...ollow the instruc tions and warnings contained in this Opera tor s Manual Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others Vehicle damage caused by fail ure to f...

Page 21: ...of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or malfunc tion results in a condition that is likely to cause death o...

Page 22: ...r Mercedes please leave all lit erature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Se...

Page 23: ...vibration or ride dis turbance or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on your hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with caution to an area which is a...

Page 24: ...49 Code of U S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could ca...

Page 25: ...llision and to continuously improve vehicle safety Daimler may access the information and share it with others Rfor safety research or vehicle diagnosis pur poses Rwith the consent of the vehicle owne...

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Page 27: ...25 Exterior view 26 Cockpit 28 Instrument cluster 30 Storage compartments 32 Multifunction steering wheel 34 Center console 36 Overhead control panel 39 Door control panel 40 At a glance...

Page 28: ...Exterior view 26 Exterior view At a glance...

Page 29: ...Opening 76 6 Towing eye bolt 327 7 Tires and wheels 204 336 Checking tire inflation pres sure 212 Function Page Spare wheel 252 Flat tire 314 8 Front lamps 308 9 Hood 199 Engine oil 200 Coolant 202 a...

Page 30: ...Cockpit 28 Cockpit At a glance...

Page 31: ...rat ing instructions Function Page 8 Front Parktronic warning indicator 156 9 Climate control panel 163 a Overhead control panel 39 b Glove box 178 c COMAND system see sep arate operating instruc tion...

Page 32: ...Instrument cluster 30 Instrument cluster At a glance...

Page 33: ...indicator lamp 94 9 Main odometer with Gear selector lever position 106 Program mode 116 a Clock with Brake warning lamp USA only 291 3 Brake warning lamp Canada only 291 Engine malfunction indicator...

Page 34: ...Storage compartments 32 Storage compartments At a glance...

Page 35: ...Storage bag 178 c Door pocket Function Page d Driver s seat storage com partment 178 e Sun visor card clip f Parcel net in front passen ger footwell 177 g Ashtray with cigarette lighter 183 h Cup hol...

Page 36: ...140 to redial2 140 Press button t to end a call 140 to reject an incoming call 140 Function Page Press button or to select submenus in the Settings menu 133 to set values to operate the RACE TIMER3 1...

Page 37: ...DVD menu 130 to switch to the phone book and select a name or number within Tele phone menu 140 Function Page Press and hold button j or k to select previous or next track with quick search or to sele...

Page 38: ...Center console 36 Center console Upper part At a glance...

Page 39: ...ng flasher switch 98 5 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 48 6 Central unlocking switch 77 7 Alarm system indicator lamp 8 Electronic Stability Pro gram ESP control switch 66 9 Seat heat...

Page 40: ...transmission 112 4 Parking assist Parktronic system deactivation switch 156 5 Adaptive Damping System ADS switch 154 6 Vehicle level control switch 154 7 Thumbwheel for setting dis tance for Distroni...

Page 41: ...f 170 5 Tele Aid emergency call system button 186 6 Right reading lamp on off 100 7 Rear view mirror 92 8 Front reading lamps 100 9 Garage door opener 190 a Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergenc...

Page 42: ...85 3 Memory function for stor ing seat exterior mirror and steering wheel settings 93 4 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 92 5 Switches for opening clos ing front and rear side win dows rear windo...

Page 43: ...41 Vehicle equipment 42 Occupant safety 42 Panic alarm 64 Driving safety systems 64 Anti theft systems 69 Safety and security...

Page 44: ...afety PRE SAFE RAir bag system components with Front passenger front air bag off indica tor lamp Front passenger seat with Occupant Classification System OCS Although the systems are independent their...

Page 45: ...ering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians Con tact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If it is necess...

Page 46: ...y of hand arm injury when the driver s front air bag inflates RAdjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied ROccupants especially children s...

Page 47: ...e protection in a rollover Air bags are not a substitute for seat belts Always wear your seat belt regardless of whether or not your vehicle is equipped with air bags It is important to your safety an...

Page 48: ...the air bag unit or ETD our safety instructions must be followed These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center RGiven the considerable deployment speed required inflation...

Page 49: ...over unless the vehicle s rate of longitudinal deceleration or acceleration exceeds the preset deployment threshold for the front air bags The front passenger front air bag 2 will only be deployed if...

Page 50: ...in impacts which do not exceed the system s deployment threshold The window curtain air bags deploy in the area indicated by the arrows Occupant Classification System The Occupant Classification Syste...

Page 51: ...vated When the OCS senses that the front pas senger seat is classified as being empty the 75 indicator lamp will illu minate when the engine is started and remain illuminated indicating that the front...

Page 52: ...a and was of sufficient severity to deploy the driver front air bag 1 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp The 75 indicator lamp 1 will be illuminated except with the SmartKey removed from...

Page 53: ...on and child seat e g pillow since it reduces the effectiveness of the OCS The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion An incor rectly mounted child seat could...

Page 54: ...ion of the ETDs or to their failure to activate when necessary 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 Have all...

Page 55: ...hips to avoid any possible pres sure on the abdomen RPlace the seat backrest in a position that is as upright as possible RCheck your seat belt during travel to make sure it is properly positioned RN...

Page 56: ...cantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint G Warning Never let more people ride in the vehicle tha...

Page 57: ...elts must be replaced Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Enhanced seat belt reminder system When the engine is started the seat belt tell tale will always illuminate for 6 seconds to remind yo...

Page 58: ...ear outer seats will activate with or without the respective seat belts fas tened In an impact ETDs remove slack from the seat belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body...

Page 59: ...s Otherwise you could damage the seats Active head restraints The active head restraints are intended to offer the driver and front passenger increased protection from whiplash type injuries In the ev...

Page 60: ...fastening of seat belts must be done before the vehicle is put into motion 1 Steering wheel 2 Seat belt 3 Seat X Properly position seat 3 Y page 85 and head restraint Y page 86 G Observe Safety notes...

Page 61: ...d using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child X Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motion G Warning When leaving...

Page 62: ...etract completely The seat belt can again be used in the usual man ner G Warning Never release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion since the special seat belt retractor will be deactiv...

Page 63: ...h tether ancho rages for a top tether strap at each of the rear seating positions Top tether straps enable an additional con nection to be made between child restraint systems secured with LATCH type...

Page 64: ...t positioning for children over 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap shoulder belt fits properly without a booster Install child seat according to manufac turer s instructions The child seat m...

Page 65: ...w 2 Override switch G Observe Safety notes see page 59 You can disable the rear door windows oper ation and the 12 V power outlet in the rear passenger compartment for added safety for instance when y...

Page 66: ...he user s authority to operate the equipment X Activating Press and hold button 1 for at least 1 second An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate briefly X Deactivating Press button 1...

Page 67: ...lates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking This allows you to main tain the ability to steer your vehicle The ABS is functional above a speed of approximately 5 mph 8 km h...

Page 68: ...Observe Safety notes see page 64 The Electronic Brake Proportioning EBP enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort in straight line...

Page 69: ...eriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mer cedes Benz Limited Warranty The ESP will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size as specified in the Tech...

Page 70: ...X With the engine running press ESP switch1 until the ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on The ESP is switched off G Warning When the ESP warning lamp v is illu minated continuously t...

Page 71: ...ons and to the non oper ating status of the ESP Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by...

Page 72: ...e 1 Indicator lamp X Arming Lock the vehicle with the Smart Key or with KEYLESS GO The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked Indicator lamp 1 flashes to indicate t...

Page 73: ...s 92 Memory function 93 Lighting 94 Wipers 101 Power windows 103 Driving and parking 106 Automatic transmission 112 Instrument cluster 120 Control system 122 Driving systems 142 Climate control system...

Page 74: ...all turn signal lamps flash three times an acoustic signal sounds three times the locking knobs in the doors move down and the anti theft alarm system is armed All doors and the trunk must be closed...

Page 75: ...Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interfer ence received including interference that may cause undesired o...

Page 76: ...to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This d...

Page 77: ...ithin 3 ft 1 m of the vehicle and an outside door handle is splashed with water or you attempt to clean an outside door handle RRemember that the engine can be started by anyone with a SmartKey with K...

Page 78: ...the battery check lamp does not come on briefly during check the SmartKey batteries are discharged X Replace the batteries Y page 306 i You can obtain the required batteries at any authorized Mercede...

Page 79: ...onditions are safe to do so The doors are designed to unlock automati cally after an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a preset threshold The vehicle locks automatically when the igni tion i...

Page 80: ...eadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death You can open the trunk when the vehicle is stationary A minimum height clearance of 5 90 ft 1 80 m is r...

Page 81: ...ay from the trunk opening when closing the trunk lid Be especially careful when small children are around G Observe Safety notes see page 59 Do not leave the SmartKey in the open trunk You may lock yo...

Page 82: ...lamp 2 Remote trunk opening switch X Press switch 1 until the trunk is closed The indicator lamp in the switch goes out when the trunk is closed To interrupt the closing procedure X Release switch 1 C...

Page 83: ...lock ing closing switch 1 KEYLESS GO locking closing switch X Make sure you have the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO with you X Press switch 1 briefly With all doors closed RThe locking knobs in the doors mo...

Page 84: ...tem To cancel the alarm see Y page 70 Valet locking To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk e g when you valet park the vehi cle lock it separately with the mechanical key Leave only the S...

Page 85: ...ove SmartKey from the starter switch and reinsert The steering is locked when the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the starter switch the vehicle battery...

Page 86: ...rument cluster remains on after start ing the engine or comes on while driving refer to Lamps in instrument clus ter Y page 290 i If you now press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once the power suppl...

Page 87: ...erious personal injury G Warning According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat ing position Thus we strongly recomme...

Page 88: ...e head at eye level This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restr...

Page 89: ...orts the back of the head at eye level This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or sim ilar situation With a rear seat occupied make sure to move the...

Page 90: ...e multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the seat backrest to provide additional lum bar and side support 1 Seat backrest side bolster 2 Seat backrest cent...

Page 91: ...105 X Switch on the ignition X Switching on Press switch 1 Three blue indicator lamps in the switch come on X Press switch 1 repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set X Switching off Press...

Page 92: ...Warning 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 vehicle The electrical steering wheel adjustment featu...

Page 93: ...S GO start stop button once with the driver s door closed i The last set steering wheel position is stored when the ignition is switched off or the position is stored in memory Y page 93 With the easy...

Page 94: ...erior rear view mir rors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirror man ually For more information...

Page 95: ...blind you As a result you may not be able to observe traffic con ditions and could cause an accident Memory function Notes With the memory function you can store up to three different configurations...

Page 96: ...be obtained at any authorized Mer cedes Benz Center i Vehicles equipped with active Bi Xenon headlamps The active Bi Xenon headlamps monitor the vehicle s steering angle and speed then automatically s...

Page 97: ...light RLow beam headlamps RTail and parking lamps RLicense plate lamps RSide marker lamps G Warning If the exterior lamp switch is set to U the headlamps will not automatically come on under foggy con...

Page 98: ...ow beam headlamps will go out with a delay of 3 minutes Rturn the exterior lamp switch to position C the low beam headlamps the tail and parking lamps the license plate lamps and the side marker lamps...

Page 99: ...og lamps rear fog lamp Push in the exterior lamp switch to its stop Locator lighting and night security illu mination Locator lighting and night security illumina tion are described in the Control sys...

Page 100: ...sher switch is located on the center console 1 Hazard warning flasher switch X Switching on Press hazard warning flasher switch 1 All turn signal lamps are flashing i With the hazard warning flasher a...

Page 101: ...n desired direction Driving forward The front fog lamp on the side of your steering direction comes on Driving in reverse The front fog lamp oppo site to your steering direction comes on The corner il...

Page 102: ...cally after approximately 5 minutes Manual control An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically Leaving an interior lamp switch in the ON position for extended periods of time w...

Page 103: ...ombination switch 1 Single wipe Wiping with washer fluid 2 Switching on windshield wipers X Switch on the ignition Windshield wipers Switching windshield wipers on off M Windshield wipers off U Slow i...

Page 104: ...atic transmission is in drive posi tion D or reverse gear R or Rthe wiper setting is changed using the com bination switch Single wipe X Press the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 1 to...

Page 105: ...rs an obstruction that blocks its path the automatic reversal function will stop the door window and open it slightly The door windows operate differently when the switch is pressed and held See the C...

Page 106: ...rd movement of a door window is blocked during the closing procedure the door window will stop and open slightly How ever the door window will exert greater force before reversing than when the door w...

Page 107: ...and the tilt sliding sunroof G Warning When closing the door windows and the tilt sliding sunroof make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the clos ing procedure If potential danger exis...

Page 108: ...onger brake or accelerate This could lead to accidents and injury G Warning With the engine not running there is no power assistance for the brake and steer ing systems In this case it is important to...

Page 109: ...le as they could otherwise accidentally start the engine When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehi cle or with access...

Page 110: ...s not start after several start ing attempts X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance Driving off G Warning On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain...

Page 111: ...ark position P is only possible with the brake pedal depressed Only depressing the brake pedal releases the gear selector lever lock X Wait for the gear selection process to com plete before setting t...

Page 112: ...brake pedal REngage the parking brake RShift the automatic transmission into park position P RSlowly release the brake pedal RWhen parked on an incline always turn the front wheels towards the road cu...

Page 113: ...to a complete stop With the engine not running there is no power assis tance for the brake and steering systems In this case it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort...

Page 114: ...the objects could get caught between the pedals You could then no longer brake or accelerate This could lead to accidents and injury Allow engine to warm up under low load use Do not place full load...

Page 115: ...ctor lever position corresponds with the current transmission position The current transmission position P R N or D appears in the multifunction display Y page 113 There are additional indicators on t...

Page 116: ...lector lever could remain locked in park position P Y page 304 Reverse gear Effect Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped Effect Neutral position No powe...

Page 117: ...transmission into park position P Other wise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and or serious per sonal injury Gear ranges With the automatic transmission in drive posi ti...

Page 118: ...ogram mode appears in the multifunction display 1 Program mode indicator Never change the program mode when the automatic transmission is out of park position P This could result in a change of drivin...

Page 119: ...al program mode M 2 Extending gear range Upshift in manual program mode M i You cannot shift with the steering wheel gearshift control when the automatic trans mission is in park position P neutral po...

Page 120: ...l program mode M differs with regard to spontaneity response time and shifting smoothness from automatic program mode S In manual program mode M system control led automatic gearshifting is switched o...

Page 121: ...instead of manual program mode symbol M in the multifunction display Thus you can drive at the maximum engine speed for each gear without overrevving the engine X Shift the automatic transmission from...

Page 122: ...smission into park position P X Turn off the engine X Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting X Restart the engine X Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D for second gear or revers...

Page 123: ...ched Coolant temperature indicator G Warning 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...

Page 124: ...vehicle and to change vehicle settings For example you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for maintenance service to set the language for messages in the instrument...

Page 125: ...in the multi function display The information available in the multifunction display is arranged in menus and accompa nying functions and submenus The individual functions are then found within the r...

Page 126: ...re indicator 2 Trip odometer 3 Automatic transmission program mode indicator 4 Transmission position gear range indica tor 5 Main odometer For more information on menus displayed in the multifunction...

Page 127: ...Control system 125 Menus and submenus Controls in detail Z...

Page 128: ...outside temperature 2 Trip odometer X If you see another display press button or repeatedly until the standard display appears X Press button j or k to select the functions in the Standard display men...

Page 129: ...e indicator The engine oil temperature flashes if the engine oil temperature has not yet reached 80 During this time avoid driving at full engine speed If the engine reaches the overspeed range in the...

Page 130: ...e audio volume using buttons or X Starting Press button X Displaying intermediate time Press but ton while the timer is running The intermediate time is shown for 5 sec onds X Stopping Press button Wh...

Page 131: ...utton or repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunc tion display X Press button j repeatedly until the overall analysis appears in the multifunc tion display 1 Overall analysis of RACETIME...

Page 132: ...ion in the station list Press and hold k or j to select a station X Select next or previous station in wave band Only if no station list is available Press and hold k or j to select a station You can...

Page 133: ...appear in the multifunction display RWith the COMAND system switched on and route guidance activated the direc tion of travel and maneuver instructions appear in the multifunction display Please refer...

Page 134: ...om the starter switch With KEYLESS GO the number of messages will reappear when you turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS GO start stop button and open the driver s door Except for high priority...

Page 135: ...on marker on the desired submenu use button j to access the individual functions within that submenu X Once within the submenu use button j to move to the next function or button k to move to the prev...

Page 136: ...n j or k repeatedly until the message Display Unit Speed Odometer appears in the multifunction dis play The selection marker is on the current set ting X Press button or to set speed ometer unit to Km...

Page 137: ...ing locator lighting Y page 136 RSetting ambient lighting Y page 136 RSetting night security illumination Y page 136 RSetting interior lighting delayed shut off Y page 137 Setting daytime running lamp...

Page 138: ...the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current set ting X Press button or to switch the locator lighting function On or Off X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U when exitin...

Page 139: ...h to position U before turning off the engine The headlamps delayed shut off feature is activated You can temporarily deactivate the head lamps delayed shut off feature X Before exiting the vehicle tu...

Page 140: ...to activate the easy entry exit feature Activating easy entry exit feature Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy entry exit feature Y page 91 G Warning You must make sure no one can be...

Page 141: ...o position 0 or removed from the starter switch Resetting will not occur if you turn the Smart Key back to position 1 or 2 within this time period Fuel consumption statistics since last reset X Press...

Page 142: ...speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approxi mately 14 m every second Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenn...

Page 143: ...me appears in the multifunc tion display If you press and hold button j or k for longer than 1 second the system scrolls rapidly through the list of names until you release the button again The stored...

Page 144: ...eriods of time The currently set speed or last set speed Resume function appears in the multifunc tion display for approximately 5 seconds The corresponding cruise control speed seg ments from the sel...

Page 145: ...se control system Setting current speed X Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed X Briefly lift the cruise control lever in direc tion of arrow 1 or depress in direction of arrow 2 X Remove you...

Page 146: ...r in direction of arrow 1 and hold it up to increase or depress the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 2 and hold it down to decrease until the desired speed is reached X Release the cruise co...

Page 147: ...essary to remain in control of the vehicle High frequency sources such as toll sta tions speed measuring systems etc can cause the Distronic system to malfunction G Warning The Distronic requires fami...

Page 148: ...nic will con tinue to maintain the set speed unless deactivated The Distronic is designed and intended only to maintain a set speed and keep a set dis tance from moving objects in front of it i USA on...

Page 149: ...t warning sound before braking The intermittent warning sound ceases and the distance warning lamp l goes out when the necessary distance to the vehicle ahead is established again G Warning An intermi...

Page 150: ...ge 153 X Press button or repeatedly until one of the following two displays appears in the multifunction display Distronic deactivated When the Distronic is deactivated you will see the standard Distr...

Page 151: ...ting on the Distronic system Setting the current speed X Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed X Briefly lift the cruise control lever in direc tion of arrow 1 or depress in direction of arrow...

Page 152: ...tored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road condi tions and legal speed limits permit Possi ble acceleration or deceleration differen ces arising from returning to the preset speed cou...

Page 153: ...ts the required fol lowing distance to the preceding vehicle The set distance will be shown in the multi function display G Warning It is up to the driver to exercise discretion to select the appropri...

Page 154: ...g system is a dirty Distronic system sensor cover located in the hood grille especially at times of snow and ice or heavy rain In such a case Distronic will switch off and the message DISTRONIC Curren...

Page 155: ...The warning sound will also cease when the distance to the preceding vehicle is sufficient again without applying the brakes In this case the distance warning lamp l will also go out G Warning If the...

Page 156: ...ached The setting remains stored when you turn off the engine G Warning If you have selected the Comfort suspen sion tuning the vehicle lowers slightly when you lock it within approximately 60 seconds...

Page 157: ...the handling may be impaired and the fuel con sumption may increase The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running Vehicle level when st...

Page 158: ...cti vated when you switch on the ignition release the parking brake and the automatic trans mission is in drive position D reverse gear R or neutral position N The Parktronic system deactivates at spe...

Page 159: ...ls from outside sources e g truck air brakes car wash or jack hammers may impair the operation of the Parktronic system Range of the sensors Front sensors Center approx 40 in 100 cm Corners approx 24...

Page 160: ...ill sound as the first red distance segment illuminates and a constant acous tic warning lasting a maximum of 2 seconds will sound for the second red distance seg ment The signal is canceled when the...

Page 161: ...distance segments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds the Park tronic system sensors are dirty e g dirt ice snow and slush or there is an interference from other radio or ultrasonic signals e g...

Page 162: ...Climate control system 160 Climate control system Control panels 4 zone automatic climate control Controls in detail...

Page 163: ...ature to 72 22 Y page 165 6 Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up Y page 170 7 Air distribution passenger...

Page 164: ...off USA only Y page 168 T Residual heat ventilation Canada only i With the engine turned off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior Y page 169 g Temperature control driver s side...

Page 165: ...ir pollution may require replacement of the filter before its scheduled replacement interval A clog ged filter will reduce the air volume to the interior and the windows could fog up impairing visibil...

Page 166: ...out from under neath the vehicle This is normal and not an indication of a malfunction Deactivating It is possible to deactivate the cooling func tion of the climate control system The inte rior air w...

Page 167: ...d position The automatic air volume remains switched on Setting the temperature You can adjust the air temperature for each of the 4 zones separately You should raise or lower the temperature setting...

Page 168: ...passenger compartment free from obstruc tion i For draft free ventilation move the adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position Center air vents 1 Left center air vent adjustable 2 Righ...

Page 169: ...t rear center air vent 4 Rear climate control panel 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left rear center air vent X Opening closing Turn thumbwheel 3 or 5 upward or downward Adjusting air distribu...

Page 170: ...lamp in the button goes out The previous settings are once again in effect The cooling remains switched on The air recirculation remains switched off or X Press button U The indicator lamp in button y...

Page 171: ...goes out i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically Rafter 5 minutes if the outside tempera ture is below approximately 41 5 Rafter 5 minutes if the air conditioning i...

Page 172: ...onds automatically by switching the rear window defroster off As soon as the battery has sufficient volt age the rear window defroster switches back on automatically Power tilt sliding sunroof Opening...

Page 173: ...t sliding sunroof due to a malfunction contact Road side Assistance or an authorized Mer cedes Benz Center Please keep in mind that weather condi tions can sometimes change rapidly Make sure to close...

Page 174: ...ng X Closing manually Pull and hold the sun roof switch to the resistance point in direc tion of arrow 3 X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached X Express operation To close...

Page 175: ...hold the sunroof switch in direc tion of arrow 1 Y page 171 until the tilt sliding sunroof is fully raised at the rear X Keep holding the sunroof switch in direc tion of arrow 1 for approximately 1 s...

Page 176: ...rgo should always be kept as low as possible against front or rear seat backrests Roof rack For information about further roof rack equip ment contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning Only...

Page 177: ...occupants Unfolding and loading X Fold rear armrest down 1 Cover 2 Catch X Pull catches 2 in direction of arrows X Open cover 1 downwards in direction of the arrow 1 Hook and loop fastener X Unfasten...

Page 178: ...both straps X Disconnect hook 1 from eye 2 X Unload skis X Close flap in trunk X Fold and flatten ski bag lengthwise X Place folded ski bag inside recess of seat backrest X Close ski bag compartment...

Page 179: ...The parcel net cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident A parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell Cargo tie down hooks Four cargo tie down hooks are located in the t...

Page 180: ...hicle maneuvers Ran accident Glove box Depending on vehicle equipment an AUX socket or a media interface are located in the glove box For information on Audio AUX mode or on media interface see separa...

Page 181: ...armrest lid up Do not sit on or lean your body weight against the armrest when it is folded down as you could otherwise damage it Seat storage compartment A storage compartment is located in the seat...

Page 182: ...dent Liquids spilled on vehicle occu pants may cause serious personal injury Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mer cedes Benz Limited Warranty The cup holder mus...

Page 183: ...The cup holder can be removed for cleaning purposes 1 Cup holder 2 Locking pin X Removing Move pin 2 in direction of arrow to unlock the cup holder X With the cup holder unlocked take cup holder 1 ou...

Page 184: ...X Pivot sun visor 3 to the side Vanity mirror The mirror lamp only functions when the sun visor is engaged in mounting X To use vanity mirror 5 lift up vanity mirror cover 6 Vanity mirror lamp 1 comes...

Page 185: ...ay insert Push the ash tray insert back into frame until it engages X Closing Push down cover 1 Rear door ashtray 1 Ashtray release 2 Ashtray X Opening Briefly press the top of ashtray 2 X Removing as...

Page 186: ...xtensive connecting and discon necting or using plugs that do not fit prop erly can damage the lighter socket With the socket damaged the lighter may not function properly any longer Power outlets Mak...

Page 187: ...PS satellite network and pass the information on to the Response Center The Tele Aid system Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response RAutomatic...

Page 188: ...the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon after the emergency call has been initiated The Response Center will attempt to determine more precisely the nature of the emergenc...

Page 189: ...ata generating the vehicle identifi cation number model color and location subject to availability of cellular and GPS sig nals i The COMAND system display indicates that a Tele Aid call is in progres...

Page 190: ...by pressing the NAV but ton on the COMAND system headunit Spo ken commands are not available A voice connection between the Customer Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle...

Page 191: ...Center or POIs Route guidance A prompt appears for confirmation if route guidance to the address is to be started X Select Yes using button or X Press button C to confirm The system starts the route c...

Page 192: ...ailable See Anti theft alarm system Y page 70 Garage door opener The integrated remote control can operate up to three separately controlled devices com patible with HomeLink or some other sys tems Se...

Page 193: ...first slowly and then rapidly i Indicator lamp 1 flashes immediately the first time the signal transmitter button is programmed If this button has already been programmed the indicator lamp will only...

Page 194: ...ilar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or if you are having dif ficulties programming a gate operator regardless of where y...

Page 195: ...trol is compatible with radio frequency devices operating between 280 390 MHz RPut a new battery in hand held remote con trol 5 This will increase the likelihood of the hand held remote control sendin...

Page 196: ...this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Floormats G Warning Whenever you are using floormats make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fasten...

Page 197: ...hicle equipment 196 The first 1000 miles 1500 km 196 At the gas station 197 Engine compartment 199 Tires and wheels 204 Winter driving 231 Driving instructions 233 Maintenance 238 Vehicle care 241 Ope...

Page 198: ...n each gear RSelect C as the preferred shift program Y page 116 for the first 1000 miles 1500 km RAvoid accelerating by kickdown RDo not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear us...

Page 199: ...e the incor rect or non approved fuel will get into the fuel lines The fuel system must be drained completely Contact an authorized Mer cedes Benz Center to have the fuel system drained completely To...

Page 200: ...ap 2 X Place fuel filler cap 2 in direction of arrow into holder 3 located on the inside of fuel filler flap X Fully insert filler nozzle unit and refuel X Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle...

Page 201: ...ompletely before touching any compo nents on the vehicle Comply with all rele vant safety precautions G Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the...

Page 202: ...and let it drop with somewhat greater force Engine oil The amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors including driv ing style Increased oil consumption can occur when the veh...

Page 203: ...1 6 US qt 1 5 l X If necessary add engine oil For more information on engine oil see Fuels coolants lubricants etc Y page 343 For information on messages in the multi function display concerning engi...

Page 204: ...e of water and anticorrosion antifreeze When checking the coolant level the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the cool ant temperature must be below 158 70 G Warning In order to avoid any pot...

Page 205: ...r solvent antifreeze where temperatures may fall below freez ing point Failure to do so could result in damage to the washer system fluid reser voir Only use washer fluid which is suitable for plastic...

Page 206: ...or if the tires have sustained damage replace them When replacing rims only use genuine Mer cedes Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular rim type Failure to do so can result in the bolts loose...

Page 207: ...to minimum tread depth or if the tires have sustained damage replace them Check the tire inflation pressure at least every other week For more information on check ing tire inflation pressure see Rec...

Page 208: ...ble Protect tires from contact with oil grease and fuels Cleaning tires Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires The intense jet of water can result in damage to the tire Always replace a damaged...

Page 209: ...indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling...

Page 210: ...our vehicle s Tire and Loading Informa tion placard X Step 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle X Step 3 Subtract the combined weight of the...

Page 211: ...bs 3 front 1 rear 2 Occupant 1 200 lbs Occupant 2 190 lbs Occupant 3 150 lbs 540 lbs 1500 lbs 540 lbs 960 lbs 3 1500 lbs 1 front 1 Occupant 1 150 lbs 150 lbs 1500 lbs 150 lbs 1350 lbs The higher the w...

Page 212: ...g dis tance and result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load lim...

Page 213: ...orized Mer cedes Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure i Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the value for speeds above 100 mph 160 km h as specifie...

Page 214: ...not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly cau...

Page 215: ...label Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle...

Page 216: ...ng wheel repeatedly until the following message appears in the multi function display Run Flat Indicator Active Menu R Button X Press the reset button Y page 120 The following message will appear in t...

Page 217: ...rent size than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard or if available the tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire infla tion pressure for those tires...

Page 218: ...started when you have adjusted the tire inflation pressure to a new level e g because of different load or driving conditions The TPMS is then recalibrated to the current tire inflation pressures X Us...

Page 219: ...ease in pressure in one or more of the tires G Warning The TPMS does not indicate a warning for wrongly selected inflation pressures Always adjust tire inflation pressure according to the Tire and Loa...

Page 220: ...c tion display Y page 126 X Press button j or k until the current inflation pressures for each tire appear in the multifunction display i When the vehicle has been parked for lon ger than 20 minutes t...

Page 221: ...aximum loaded vehi cle condition If such information is pro vided it can be found on the inside of the fuel filler flap X Switch on the ignition X Press button or on the multi function steering wheel...

Page 222: ...arkings can be found on a tire Following are some explanations for the markings on your vehicle s tires 1 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards Y page 226 2 DOT Tire Identification Number Y page 224...

Page 223: ...s ply construction At 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 ZR 18 For additional informatio...

Page 224: ...ude a ZR in the size designation for example 245 40 ZR18 To determine the maximum speed capabil ity of the tire the service description for the tire must be referred to The service description is comp...

Page 225: ...Make sure your tires have the required tire speed rating as specified for your vehicle in the Technical data section Y page 336 for example when purchasing new tires If you are uncertain about the cor...

Page 226: ...rtment of Transportation Manufacturer s identification mark Manufacturer s identification mark 2 denotes the tire manufacturer New tires have a mark with two symbols Retreaded tires have a mark with f...

Page 227: ...erinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel econ omy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversel...

Page 228: ...0 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use how ever and may depar...

Page 229: ...e tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety S...

Page 230: ...of the vehicle including fuel tools spare wheel installed accessories passengers and cargo and if applicable trailer tongue load The GVW must never exceed the GVWR indicated on the cer tification lab...

Page 231: ...on Number Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters con cerning tires and gives purchasers the means to easily...

Page 232: ...ame dimension all around If your vehicle is equipped with tires of the same dimension all around tires can be rotated observing a front to rear rotation pattern that will maintain the intended rota ti...

Page 233: ...ESP in winter operation For safe handling make sure all mounted winter tires are of the same make and have the same tread design For information on winter tires for your vehi cle model see the Techni...

Page 234: ...ice warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that pur pose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still be icy es...

Page 235: ...fic on short trips and in mountanous areas Drinking and driving G Warning Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combina tions Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs...

Page 236: ...brake pads It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effec tiveness It may not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an acci dent After h...

Page 237: ...by qualified tech nicians only Contact an authorized Mer cedes Benz Center Only install brake pads and brake fluid rec ommended by Mercedes Benz G Warning If other than recommended brake pads are ins...

Page 238: ...cause your vehicle s brakes to wear more quickly Driving off Warm up the engine smoothly Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached When driving off on a sl...

Page 239: ...ectronic system pos sibly resulting in an accident and or serious personal injury Radio transmitters should only be used inside the vehicle if they are connected to an antenna that is installed on the...

Page 240: ...gine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driv ing have the cause determined and cor rected immediate...

Page 241: ...ours Refer to Maintenance Booklet for a listing of maintenance services and intervals they need to be performed at Clearing the maintenance service indi cator message The maintenance service indicator...

Page 242: ...act these days from the days shown in the maintenance service indicator message or maintenance service indicator display Do not confuse the maintenance service indicator with the engine oil level indi...

Page 243: ...ly remove RGrease and oil RFuel RCoolant RBrake fluid RBird droppings RInsects RTree resins etc Frequent washing reduces and or eliminates the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influence...

Page 244: ...k painted body components Affixing stickers magnets adhesive tape or similar materials to painted body com ponents may damage the paintwork Mercedes Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when wat...

Page 245: ...he combination switch is set to wiper setting M Otherwise the rain sensor could activate and cause the wipers to move unintentionally This may lead to vehicle damage Due to the width of the vehicle fo...

Page 246: ...clean sensors 1 by hand X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water and a soft non scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers Applying s...

Page 247: ...rosion or damage the clear coat The vehicle should not be parked for an extended period of time immediately after it has been cleaned especially not after the wheel rims have been cleaned with wheel r...

Page 248: ...may not be able to provide adequate protection Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring e g when wet etc may cause the upholstery to bec...

Page 249: ...od trims in your vehicle Do not use solvents like tar remover or wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes as these may be abrasive Chrome plated exhaust tip Regular cleaning and care of chrome plated exhau...

Page 250: ...248...

Page 251: ...ifunction display 255 What to do if 290 Unlocking locking manually 303 Resetting activated head restraints 305 Replacing SmartKey batteries 306 Replacing bulbs 308 Replacing wiper blades 312 Flat tire...

Page 252: ...e storage com partment under the front passenger seat 1 Handle X Pull handle 1 upward X Fold the lid down X Remove the first aid kit Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is located in the space under...

Page 253: ...wer plate outward 2 X Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way into the openings of base plate 3 For information on where to place wheel chocks when changing a wheel see Lifting the vehicle Y pag...

Page 254: ...trunk floor using the floor handle X Engage the floor handle on the upper trunk lip X Remove the luggage box if so equipped Y page 254 Always lower trunk floor before closing trunk Vehicles with Minis...

Page 255: ...valve extractor integrated in the valve cap X Allow the air to escape i It may take a few minutes for the collaps ible tire to deflate completely X Screw the valve insert back into the valve X Screw t...

Page 256: ...g Open the trunk Y page 78 X Lift the trunk floor using the floor handle X Engage the floor handle on the upper trunk lip 1 Fastening clip 2 Luggage box X Turn fastening clips 1 to the left upwards fr...

Page 257: ...that clearing a mes sage will only make the message disappear Clearing a message will not correct the con dition that caused the message to appear G Warning All categories of messages contain impor ta...

Page 258: ...the risk of an accident ABS ABS ESP Unavaila ble See Operator s Man The brake system still functions normally but due to insufficient power supply the ABS the BAS the ESP and the PRE SAFE system are u...

Page 259: ...ble cause consequence Possible solution PRE SAFE Inoperative See Operator s Manual The PRE SAFE system itself has failed All other occupant safety systems such as the air bags are still available X Co...

Page 260: ...gnition X Open the front passenger door X Remove child and child restraint from front passenger seat and properly secure the child in rear seat employing the child restraint if nec essary X Remove any...

Page 261: ...e 48 has deactivated the front passenger front air bag Rthe message Front Passenger Airbag Ena bled See Operator s Manual or the mes sage Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator s Manual should n...

Page 262: ...m is not working properly Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning If the 75 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective st...

Page 263: ...king brake X Switch off the ignition X Have the front passenger vacate the seat and exit the vehicle X Adjust the seat in a height position Y page 85 X Make sure no objects which apply forces to the s...

Page 264: ...senger Airbag Disabled See Operator s Manual should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check c...

Page 265: ...on conditions for cruise control has not been fulfilled For exam ple you attempted to set a speed below 20 mph 30 km h X Drive faster than 20 mph 30 km h if the sit uation allows and set the speed X C...

Page 266: ...the Distronic cover in the area of the radiator grille Y page 244 X If necessary wait until the system has cooled down X Restart the vehicle Distronic becomes operational again without the engine bei...

Page 267: ...s Distronic is deactivated because the Dis tronic sensor has not sensed any other vehicles or objects e g road sign or such for a long time X Activate Distronic again Y page 149 when the message in th...

Page 268: ...to park position P You have attempted to turn off the engine with the KEYLESS GO start stop button while the automatic transmission was not in park position P X Shift the automatic transmission into p...

Page 269: ...at Indicator checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Tire Pressure Check tires The Run Flat Indicator indicates that the pressure is too low in one or more tires X Carefully bring the vehicle to...

Page 270: ...lled at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Tire Pres Mon itor Wheel Sensor Miss ing Vehicles with Advanced TPMS Canada only One or more sensors are defect e g bat tery is empty The respective tire is...

Page 271: ...driving Please correct the tire pres sure Vehicles with Advanced TPMS Canada only The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires or The tire pressures of the individual tires differ from each other...

Page 272: ...with a flat tire A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle You may lose control of the vehicle Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a...

Page 273: ...ce Possible solution USA only 3 Canada only EBV ABS ESP Inop erative See Operator s Man The brake system is still functioning nor mally but due to a malfunction the ABS the BAS the EBP the ESP and the...

Page 274: ...Assistance Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediat...

Page 275: ...the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately...

Page 276: ...ge 154 Depending on the type of malfunction this may raise the vehicle s level X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible There is otherwise danger of an accident Malfunction The...

Page 277: ...your key This display appears for a maximum of 60 seconds if the driver s door is opened with the engine shut off and no SmartKey in the starter switch This message is only a reminder X Take the Smart...

Page 278: ...e engine is running because there is strong radio frequency interference X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the parking brake X Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey with KEYLE...

Page 279: ...systems checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center B Top Up Coolant See Operator s Man The coolant level is too low X Add coolant Y page 202 X If you have to add coolant frequently have the coolin...

Page 280: ...gain Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immedi ately During severe operation conditions and stop and go city traffic the coolant temperature may rise close to 248 120 G Warning Driving when yo...

Page 281: ...s in the multifunction display 279 The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248 120 Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warr...

Page 282: ...en Do not continue to drive Oth erwise the engine will overheat due to an inop erative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X If it is intact...

Page 283: ...le The battery is no longer charging Possible causes Ralternator malfunctioning Rbroken poly V belt Ra malfunction in the electronic system X Stop immediately in a safe location or as soon as it is sa...

Page 284: ...sta tus message memory after you have cleared it from the multifunction display Visually check for oil leaks If there are no obvious oil leaks drive to the nearest service station to refill your engi...

Page 285: ...The air filter is clogged X Have the air filter checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Lamps Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution Active Headlamps Inoperative The acti...

Page 286: ...s soon as possible 3rd Brake Lamp The high mounted brake lamp is malfunc tioning This message will only appear if all LEDs have stopped working X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as...

Page 287: ...am Left or High Beam Right The left or right high beam lamp is mal functioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 308 License Plate Lamp Left or License Plate Lamp Right The left or right l...

Page 288: ...SmartKey from the starter switch opened the driver s door and left the headlamps on or removed the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the vehicle and left the headlamps on X Turn the exterior lamp switch...

Page 289: ...Center as soon as possible Front Left Turn Signal or Front Right Turn Signal The left or right front turn signal lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 310 Left Mirror Tu...

Page 290: ...e 314 H Tire Pressure Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires is already below the minimum value X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers X Che...

Page 291: ...rinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear unevenly increase stopping distance and result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become...

Page 292: ...ve the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary When you switch on the ignition all lamps except low beam headlamp indicator lamp high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator l...

Page 293: ...apability X Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display Y page 255 X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow thes...

Page 294: ...255 X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident Have your br...

Page 295: ...ning chime for a maximum of 6 sec onds after starting the engine You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt X Fasten your seat belt The warning chime stops sounding The red seat belt telltale comes o...

Page 296: ...he front passenger seat and put them in a safe place The seat belt telltale goes out and the warning chime stops sound ing i After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sound...

Page 297: ...itched off it will not stabilize the vehicle if the system recognizes that the vehi cle starts to skid or that a wheel is spinning X Switch the ESP back on Exceptions Y page 67 X If leaving the ESP sw...

Page 298: ...67 Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident Driving systems Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions l The red distance warning lamp comes on while driv ing...

Page 299: ...blem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions A The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on when the engine is running The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark X Refuel at the next...

Page 300: ...Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on C...

Page 301: ...driving uphill and stop and go driving The red coolant tempera ture warning lamp comes on when the engine is run ning and you hear a warn ing sound The coolant temperature has exceeded 248 120 X Stop...

Page 302: ...low tire pres sure telltale TPMS mal function telltale for the TPMS flashes 60 seconds and then stays illumi nated There is a malfunction in the TPMS X Read and observe messages in the multifunction d...

Page 303: ...th the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illu minated This sequence will continue upon su...

Page 304: ...applying supplemental weight onto the seat are present X Make sure no objects which apply forces to the seat are present e g objects such as books briefcases etc lodged behind or around the seat head...

Page 305: ...the housing Unlocking the driver s door Unlocking 2 Mechanical key X Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver s door lock until it stops X Turn mechanical key 2 counterclockwise to position until the l...

Page 306: ...should now be locked Locking 2 Mechanical key X Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver s door lock until it stops X Turn mechanical key 2 clockwise to posi tion The driver s door is locked i This pro...

Page 307: ...panel is a demanding process We recommend that you contact Roadside Assistance Y page 187 if you do not feel to have the ability to perform this process 1 Release knob X Pull release knob 1 in direct...

Page 308: ...nts Y page 57 For information on head restraint adjustment see Seats Y page 84 Replacing SmartKey batteries If the batteries in the SmartKey are dis charged the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlo...

Page 309: ...ical key 2 Battery compartment X Insert mechanical key 1 into opening X Press mechanical key 1 in direction of arrow Battery compartment 2 is unlatched X Pull battery compartment 2 out of the SmartKey...

Page 310: ...explode if you Rtouch or move it when hot Rdrop the bulb Rscratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp a...

Page 311: ...ED Lamp Type Turn signal lamp LED 9 License plate lamps C 5 W Notes on bulb replacement ROnly use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating RSwitch the lights off before changi...

Page 312: ...m halogen or Bi Xenon headlamp 2 Housing cover for high beam headlamp high beam flasher bulb and for parking and standing lamp bulb G Warning Do not remove the cover for the Bi Xenon headlamp Because...

Page 313: ...cket 3 and turn clockwise until it engages X Place bulb socket 3 back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages Parking and standing lamp bulb Halogen headlamps X Turn housing cover 2 co...

Page 314: ...spring and fall Otherwise the windows will not be properly wiped As a result you may not be able to observe surrounding traffic condi tions and could cause an accident To avoid damage to the hood the...

Page 315: ...tion 0 same as the SmartKey removed from the starter switch X Turn combination switch to wiper setting M Removing wiper blades Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts They could tear X Fold the wiper a...

Page 316: ...raight ahead position X Engage the parking brake X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P X Turn off the engine X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or X Vehicles with KEYLESS...

Page 317: ...wer the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before working under the vehicle Always firmly set the parking brake and block the wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects before raising...

Page 318: ...one full turn with wrench 1 The jack take up brackets are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings G Warning The jack is designed exclusively for jacki...

Page 319: ...tire only Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly attached Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric air pump before lowering the vehicle G Warning Always replace wheel bolts...

Page 320: ...ng the vehi cle Y page 320 Inflating the collapsible tire G Warning Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly attached Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric air pump before l...

Page 321: ...lever once Do not depress the brake pedal X Press I on electric air pump switch 2 The electric air pump switches on and inflates the collapsible tire X Inflate the collapsible tire to the recom mended...

Page 322: ...nd are more likely to fail from being overheated X Detach the electric air pump X Reinstall collapsible tire valve cap X Version 1 only Store electrical plug 3 and air hose 4 behind flap 1 and place t...

Page 323: ...driving dis tance in emergency mode begins is when the warning message appears in the multifunc tion display indicating that there is a loss of tire inflation pressure X Do not exceed the maximum spee...

Page 324: ...ng Observe all safety instructions and precau tions when handling automotive batteries Risk of explosion Fire open flames and smoking are prohibited when handling batteries Avoid creating sparks Batte...

Page 325: ...t for battery condition testing intervals The factory equipped VRLA battery is leak proofed Only use a battery as replacement that has the same security features and is of identical size voltage and c...

Page 326: ...uctions for your charging device Only use a battery charge unit with a maxi mum charging voltage of 14 8 V X Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manu facturer Jum...

Page 327: ...d damage the vehicle s electrical system which will not be covered by the Mercedes Benz Lim ited Warranty ROnly use jumper cables with sufficient cross section and insulated terminal clamps RAlways ma...

Page 328: ...towed with all wheels on the ground or front axle raised only so far as necessary to have the vehicle moved to a safe location where the recommended towing methods can be employed Before towing the ve...

Page 329: ...eal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt Removing cover in rear bumper G Warning In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury use extreme caution when removing the rear cover because the re...

Page 330: ...30 miles 50 km and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h Towing with all wheels on the ground G Warning If circumstances require towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground always tow with a t...

Page 331: ...nents and or systems Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center A blown fuse must be replaced by an appro priate spare fuse recognizable by its color or the fuse rati...

Page 332: ...by the arrow X Loosen cover 1 from the dashboard using the lever X Using your hands pull cover 1 in direction of arrow and remove it X Closing Hook cover 1 into the opening at the front X Press cover...

Page 333: ...equipment 332 Parts service 332 Warranty coverage 332 Identification labels 333 Engine 335 Rims and tires 336 Electrical system 341 Main dimensions 342 Weights 343 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 343 Te...

Page 334: ...should be installed Do not use non genuine Mercedes Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes Benz Doing so could damage the vehicle which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warra...

Page 335: ...fication labels 1 Certification label on driver s door B pillar The Vehicle Identification Number VIN can be found in the following locations Ron the certification label Rembossed underneath a cover i...

Page 336: ...data specific to your vehicle 4 Cover 5 VIN X Move the front passenger seat backward as far as possible Y page 85 X Fold cover 4 backward VIN 5 is now visible 6 Emission control information label incl...

Page 337: ...ut acc to SAE J 1349 382 hp 6000 rpm 285 kW 6000 rpm 15 507 hp 6800 rpm 378 kW 6800 rpm 15 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 391 lb ft 2800 rpm 4800 rpm 530 Nm 2800 rpm 4800 rpm 465 lb ft 5200 rpm 630...

Page 338: ...contact with the vehicle body or axle parts Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center A placard...

Page 339: ...t rear axle 0 71 in 18 mm 0 98 in 25 mm 0 98 in 25 mm Winter tires16 17 245 40 R18 97V XL Extra Load M S or 245 40 R18 97V XL Extra Load M S MOExtended18 245 40 R18 97V XL Extra Load M S 245 35 R19 93...

Page 340: ...3V M S Rear axle Rims light alloy 9 5 J x 18 H2 9 5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 30 in 33 mm 1 10 in 28 mm Summer tires20 22 275 35 R18 95Y 285 35 ZR18 101Y XL Extra Load Summer tires20 21 22 275 35 R18 9...

Page 341: ...ZR19 96Y XL Extra Load Winter tires23 24 245 35 R19 93V XL Extra Load M S Rear axle Rims light alloy 9 5 J x 19 H2 9 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 10 in 28 mm 1 10 in 28 mm Summer tires23 25 285 30 ZR19...

Page 342: ...n the yellow label on the spare wheel rim i Please note that the tire inflation pressure of the spare wheel differs from the tire inflation pressure of the road tires Model CLS 550 CLS 550 AMG Sport P...

Page 343: ...14 V 180 A Starter motor 12 V 1 7 kW 12 V 2 1 kW Battery 12 V 100 Ah 12 V 95 Ah Spark plugs Type Bosch F8 DPP 332U NGK PFR 5R 11 NGK ILZKAR 7A10 Electrode gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm 0 039 in 1 0 mm Tighteni...

Page 344: ...icle width exterior rear view mirrors folded out 83 0 in 2107 mm 83 0 in 2107 mm Overall vehicle height 55 7 in 1414 mm 54 7 in 1389 mm Wheelbase 112 4 in 2854 mm 112 4 in 2854 mm Track front 62 5 in...

Page 345: ...fluids Otherwise you could endanger persons or the environment Keep service fluids out of the reach of chil dren For health reasons you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct con tact w...

Page 346: ...qt 0 6 l MB Brake Fluid DOT 4 Cooling system CLS 550 approx 11 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 unle...

Page 347: ...ge intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Please follow Maintenance...

Page 348: ...ur vehicle s Mainte nance Booklet for replacement interval Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes Benz is recommended Any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will provide you with additional information Pr...

Page 349: ...ntaining additives that pre vent the build up of carbon deposits After an extended period of using fuels with out such additives carbon deposits can build up especially on the intake valves and in the...

Page 350: ...than 55 anticorrosion antifreeze freeze protection to approximately 49 45 the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution There fore do not use more than...

Page 351: ...Fuels coolants lubricants etc 349 Model Approximate freeze protection 35 37 49 45 Cooling system CLS 550 6 0 US qt 5 65 l 6 6 US qt 6 2 l CLS 63 AMG 6 2 US qt 5 9 l 6 9 US qt 6 5 l Technical data Z...

Page 352: ...id mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water R1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water 1 34 fl oz 40 ml MB SummerFit to 1 gal 4 0 l w...

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Page 355: ...a Can ada only G Warning To help avoid 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...

Page 356: ...Order no 6515 1441 13 Part no 219 584 28 83 Edition A 2009 USA 2195842883K 2195842883...

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