background image

X

Fold upholstery blend 

=

 upward to access

anchors 

;

.

X

Turn installation device 

?

 to a vertical

position so that upholstery blend 

=

 does

not fold down.

X

Install a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
A rigid connection between the child seat
and the body of the vehicle is established.

Child safety

Override switch

G

Observe Safety notes, see page 51.

With the override switch you can disable the
rear side window switches in the rear side
trim panels. This can be useful, for instance,
when you have children riding in the rear
passenger compartment.

G

Warning!

Activate the override switch when children
are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The
children may otherwise injure themselves,
e.g. by becoming trapped in the rear side
window opening.

X

Activating: Press override switch 

:

.

Indicator lamp 

;

 comes on.

The rear side windows can no longer be
operated using the respective switch
located in the rear side trim panels.

You can still operate the rear side windows
using the switches located on the door
control panel of the driver’s door.

X

Deactivating: Press override switch 

:

again.
Indicator lamp 

;

 goes out.

The rear side windows can be operated
again using the respective switch located
in the rear side trim panels.

For more information on power windows, see
the “Controls in detail” section
(

Y

 page 282).

Panic alarm

Example illustration: SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO

X

Activating: Press and hold 

!

button 

:

 for at least 1 second.

An audible alarm and flashing exterior
lamps will operate.

X

Deactivating: Press 

!

 button 

:

 again.

or

X

Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch.

or

X

Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.
The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be
inside the vehicle.

Panic alarm

55

Safety and security

216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US
d2ureepe,

Version: 2.11.8.1

2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 55

Z

Summary of Contents for 2010 CL-Class

Page 1: ...CL Operator s Manual 216_AKB 3 90 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 15T11 47 50 02 00 Seite 1...

Page 2: ...ark of Microsoft Corporation in the U S A and other countries RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZagatSurvey and related marks are trademarks of Zagat The following symbols are fou...

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: ...216_AKB 3 90 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 15T11 47 50 02 00 Seite 2...

Page 5: ...At a glance 25 Safety and security 35 Control systems 67 Controls in detail 251 Operation 365 Practical hints 411 Technical data 479 Contents 3 216_AKB 3 90 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 15...

Page 6: ...ags 37 Emergency call upon deployment 354 Front driver and passenger 40 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 41 459 Knee bag 40 Messages in the multifunction display 417 OCS Occupant Class...

Page 7: ...position indicator 294 Transmission positions 294 AUX Audio 172 Media interface 183 Sockets 173 Video 172 Axle oils 491 B Backrest see Seats Backup lamps Messages in the multifunction display 446 Bar...

Page 8: ...Air conditioning refrigerant 493 Air distribution 342 Air recirculation mode 343 Air volume 342 Automatic mode 341 Deactivating system 340 Front defroster 343 Maximum cooling MAX COOL 343 Residual hea...

Page 9: ...imensions vehicle see Vehicle specification Direction of rotation tires 385 Displays COMAND display 69 DISTRONIC PLUS 307 Maintenance service indicator 402 Messages in the multifunction display 414 Mu...

Page 10: ...ystem Improper work on or modifications 22 Power outlets 353 Electrical system Technical data see Vehicle specification Electronic parking brake 288 Electronic Stability Control see ESC Electronic Tra...

Page 11: ...ine coolant 491 Engine oil 490 Power steering fluid 491 Washer and headlamp cleaning system 492 Fog lamps 277 Messages in the multifunction display 446 448 Fold in function for exterior rear view mirr...

Page 12: ...68 Rear seat head restraints 268 Heated steering wheel 270 Height adjustment Seats 264 Vehicle level control 318 High beam flasher 278 High beam headlamps 278 Indicator lamp 29 High performance brake...

Page 13: ...ch positions 262 KEYLESS GO Starter switch positions 262 Keypad COMAND 70 Kickdown 295 Kickdown manual shift program 299 Kilopascal air pressure unit 394 Knee bag 40 L Labels Certification 480 Emissio...

Page 14: ...heel see Spare wheel Mirrors 271 Auto dimming rear view mirrors 272 Exterior rear view mirror parking position 272 Exterior rear view mirrors 271 Interior rear view mirror 271 Memory function 273 Powe...

Page 15: ...06 Nets parcel 348 Night security illumination 191 Night View Assist 333 Cleaning the windshield in front of the camera 407 Messages in the multifunction display 438 Normal occupant weight 394 Number...

Page 16: ...8 Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid 261 Power outlets 353 Power seats see Seats Power tilt sliding sunroof Operation 345 Synchronizing 347 Power washer 404 Power windows 282 Cleaning 408 Op...

Page 17: ...lts 45 Automatic comfort fit feature 49 Children in the vehicle 51 Cleaning 409 Fastening 47 Proper use of 46 Safety guidelines 39 Safety notes 45 Telltale 29 454 Seat heating 269 Seating capacity 382...

Page 18: ...Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift control 297 Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services 360 Storage compartments 348 Storing tires 387 Sunroof see Power tilt sliding sunroof Sunshade Rear w...

Page 19: ...entification Number see TIN Tire inflation pressure Checking 377 Important notes on 375 Label on the inside of fuel filler flap 376 Placard on driver s door B pillar 381 Tire labeling 389 Tire load ra...

Page 20: ...gine 290 Turn signals 277 Cleaning lenses 406 Indicator lamps 29 Messages in the multifunction display 449 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 387 395 Units Selecting speedometer display mode 215...

Page 21: ...326 Parktronic system 324 Seat belt telltale 454 Warranty coverage 480 Washer and headlamp cleaning system 496 Washer fluid Mixing ratio 496 Refilling 372 Washing the vehicle 403 Wear pattern tires 38...

Page 22: ...ons 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...

Page 23: ...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 B...

Page 24: ...perly 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 produ...

Page 25: ...to 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 Nation...

Page 26: ...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 other...

Page 27: ...ckpit 27 Instrument cluster 29 Control systems 31 Center console 33 Overhead control panel 34 Driver s door control panel 34 25 At a glance 216_AKB 3 90 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 15T11 4...

Page 28: ...r window defroster 344 Fuel filler flap 366 A Doors Locking and unlocking 252 460 B Exterior rear view mirrors 271 Parking position 272 Power folding 273 C Towing eyes 474 Function Page D Tires and wh...

Page 29: ...control switch 318 319 Function Page Suspension tuning switch 317 320 Parktronic Park Assist deactivation switch 321 324 Swiveling COMAND display 70 COMAND display illumination 70 Instrument cluster d...

Page 30: ...Electronic parking brake 288 N Door control panel 34 O Hood lock release 368 Function Page P On board diagnostics OBD socket Q Night View Assist 333 R Exterior lamp switch 275 28 Cockpit At a glance...

Page 31: ...rking brake warning or indicator lamps Canada only 453 Brake warning lamp USA only 453 451 J Brake warning lamp Canada only 453 451 7 Seat belt telltale 454 h Combination low tire pressure TPMS malfun...

Page 32: ...eter with Engine malfunction indicator lamp 457 Function Page D Program mode indicator 296 E Main menus for instrument cluster control system 203 F Outside temperature 301 G Display with Additional sp...

Page 33: ...ch to the phone book and select a name or number Function Page Press and hold button or 9 within Audio to select previous or next station in station list or wave band within Telephone menu to start th...

Page 34: ...switch 352 J Head restraint release switch 268 K Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission 296 L Shortcut button for CD DVD SD card 168 Radio 153 M Back button 75 N Hazard warning flash...

Page 35: ...r recirculation 343 D Climate control on off 340 E Residual engine heat and ventilation REST 344 F Rear window defroster 344 Function Page G Manual fan speed adjustment passenger side 342 H Temperatur...

Page 36: ...ne 135 Voice Control System 217 Driver s door control panel Function Page Inside door handle 256 Central unlocking switch 257 Central locking switch 257 Seat adjustment switch 265 Memory function 273...

Page 37: ...icle equipment 36 Occupant safety 36 Panic alarm 55 Driving safety systems 56 Anti theft systems 65 35 Safety and security 216_AKB 3 90 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 15T11 47 50 02 00 Seite...

Page 38: ...s can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs for example could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents although the d...

Page 39: ...air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door G Warning To reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate it is very important for the driver and front passenger to always...

Page 40: ...ed for the size and weight of the child and for children 12 years old and under use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the...

Page 41: ...assenger front air bag cover outboard sides of the seat backrests door trim panels or door frame trims RDo not install additional electrical electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring R...

Page 42: ...nflation of the front passenger front air bag The air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system s preset deployment thresholds You will then be protected by the fastened seat belt...

Page 43: ...een tested and approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the side impact air bags Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Cen...

Page 44: ...the front passenger seat occupant is classified as being up to or less than the weight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint the 42 indicator lamp will illuminate when the eng...

Page 45: ...y an inflating air bag Note the following important information when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat RYour vehicle is equipped with air bag technology designed t...

Page 46: ...a standard child restraint both of which are instances where the system may suppress deployment of the front passenger front air bag even though the impact met the criteria and was of sufficient seve...

Page 47: ...the District of Columbia the U S territories and all Canadian provinces Even where this is not the case all vehicle occupants should have their seat belts fastened whenever the vehicle is in motion i...

Page 48: ...e knee bag front passenger front air bag side impact air bags window curtain air bags for side windows Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs seat belt force limiters and front seat knee bolsters The syste...

Page 49: ...ts G Warning According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Thus we strongly recommend that children be p...

Page 50: ...nds with increasing intensity for a maximum of 60 seconds or until the driver s and front passenger s seat belt are fastened If you and or your passenger release the seat belt during driving the seat...

Page 51: ...s to better protect the occupants from the possibility of personal injuries in the following hazardous situations Remergency braking situations e g if the Brake Assist System BAS Y page 57 is activate...

Page 52: ...learly visible Seat belt G Observe Safety notes see page 45 X Fasten and position your seat belt correctly Y page 47 Make sure RThe seat belt is always fitted snugly RAdjust the seat belt so that the...

Page 53: ...moved from the starter switch or removed from the vehicle such as seat adjustment steering wheel adjustment or the memory function If children open a door they could injure other persons or get out of...

Page 54: ...ly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Thus we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible Regardless of seating position chi...

Page 55: ...never share a seat belt with another occupant During an accident they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the...

Page 56: ...belt across chest and shoulder not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper seat belt positioning for children over 41 lb 18 kg until they reach a height where a lap shoulder bel...

Page 57: ...de switch Indicator lamp comes on The rear side windows can no longer be operated using the respective switch located in the rear side trim panels You can still operate the rear side windows using the...

Page 58: ...effectiveness of most of the driving systems described in this section is only achieved with winter tires or snow chains as required Safety notes G Warning The following factors increase the risk of...

Page 59: ...ions other driving safety systems such as the BAS or the ESC are also switched off Observe indicator and warning lamps that may come on as well as messages in the multifunction display that may appear...

Page 60: ...h the detected obstacle quickly BAS PLUS calculates the level of brake power boost appropriate for the circumstance to supply when the driver applies the brakes When you step quickly on the brake peda...

Page 61: ...a complete stop by hard braking at a speed of more than 40 mph 70 km h the hazard warning flasher comes on automatically as soon as the vehicle is at a standstill While the vehicle is stationary the...

Page 62: ...e is being tested on a brake test dynamometer or when the vehicle is being towed with one axle raised Active braking action through the ESC may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not...

Page 63: ...not operational due to a malfunction When the ESC is switched off or not operational vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers is reduced Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road con...

Page 64: ...rmittent acoustic warning sounds and the distance warning lamp in the instrument cluster comes on When the driver and front passenger have fastened their seat belts the PRE SAFE Brake can also Rbrake...

Page 65: ...ake will not be capable of slowing the vehicle sufficiently the system will initially warn you visually and acoustically If you do not apply the brakes yourself or maneuver around a sensed obstacle th...

Page 66: ...g down all the way on the accelerator pedal using kickdown or releasing the brake pedal The PRE SAFE Brake maneuver is terminated immediately when Ryou avoid the obstacle by evasive steering Ryou driv...

Page 67: ...ed with the mechanical key Ra door is opened from the inside To cancel the alarm after it has been triggered see Canceling the alarm Y page 66 i If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds the Tele...

Page 68: ...do one of the following X Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch X Press button or on the SmartKey In vehicles with KEYLESS GO X Grasp an outside door handle The SmartKey must be within 3 ft 1 m...

Page 69: ...AND audio CD audio DVD MP3 162 Audio AUX and video AUX 172 COMAND video DVD 174 Music Register 180 Media Interface 183 COMAND vehicle menu 189 COMAND automatic climate control 194 COMAND seats 198 Ins...

Page 70: ...e of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second COMAND supplies you with information to help you select your route more easily and guide you conveniently and safely to your destination For safety reasons...

Page 71: ...shortcut buttons to select main functions directly Function Shortcut button for rear window sunshade Y page 352 R Shortcut button for RCD DVD SD card Y page 168 RRadio Y page 153 Back button Y page 75...

Page 72: ...ures are described in the Instrument cluster control system section Y page 201 It contains function descriptions and operation of the instrument cluster multifunction display and the multifunction ste...

Page 73: ...nus Symbol How to use the COMAND controller W X Press briefly Rto confirm the selection of a menu item or list entry Rto exit full screen image when using navigation or video functions X Press and hol...

Page 74: ...minutes Supported USB storage devices The following USB storage devices are supported RUSB flash drives RUSB hard drives 1 1 8 and 2 5 with a starting steady current not to exceed 800 mA separate powe...

Page 75: ...Exit Traffic Symbols on Map Memory Card Exterior Lighting Delayed Shut off Text Information on Map Music Register Interior Lighting Delayed Shut off Topographical Map Media Interface Ambient Lighting...

Page 76: ...tion Audio When selecting that main function once more the Audio main menu opens Vertical menus X Moving through the menu Slide ZV or rotate cVd X Selecting a menu item Press W X Exiting a menu withou...

Page 77: ...ng first entry X Press W until you exit the character entry window COMAND completes your entry as soon as it can be clearly identified In this case you do not need to switch to the list Selecting list...

Page 78: ...idance or switch COMAND off on with the u button When you switch COMAND off by removing the SmartKey from the starter switch and then switch the ignition back on after more than 3 minutes the announce...

Page 79: ...und focus to the front or to the rear of the vehicle X Select Sound Q Balance Fader The setting last selected is indicated by an outlined bar Current setting indicated by orange cross hair symbol X Ch...

Page 80: ...as on analog AM radio or in Weather Band RIn the event of poor radio reception quality e g inside a tunnel you should switch off Logic7 as a dynamic switch from Stereo to Mono could occur resulting i...

Page 81: ...lect Vehicle Q Display OFF X Switching back on Rotate cVd or slide ZV XVY or press W or X Press button u Setting the display design X Select Vehicle Q System Q Display X Select Day Mode Night Mode or...

Page 82: ...djusted in steps of 30 minutes X Select Vehicle Q System Q Time Q Time X Selecting hour or minutes Slide XVY X Setting value Rotate cVd or slide ZV X Saving setting Press W Setting the date X Select V...

Page 83: ...see a message to this effect The data from the second part is saved automatically Canceling during the first or second part of individualization X Select Cancel A prompt appears asking whether you rea...

Page 84: ...sets memory RSystem settings i You can use this function for example to save your COMAND data and transfer them to another vehicle X Insert an SD card into the SD card slot Y page 166 or connect a USB...

Page 85: ...nnouncements instead of consulting the map display for directions Consulting the symbols or map display for directions may cause you to divert your attention from driving and increase your risk of an...

Page 86: ...t can cause unconsciousness and lead to death Do not run the engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated Installing Notes about handling DVDs Y page 165 X Load the map...

Page 87: ...COMAND system reboots A corresponding message and a progress bar appear during the installation process X Canceling installation on the DVD changer Press the respective magazine tray button X Remove...

Page 88: ...reception The Navigation system relies on a number of factors to function correctly GPS reception is very important In certain situations GPS may be impaired for example Rin tunnels Rin parking garag...

Page 89: ...MAND back on i If the message appears again contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Units of measurement The units of measurement in navigation mode are identical to those set in the instrument clu...

Page 90: ...nnouncement REntering destination or stopover RSaving destination RSuspending or continuing route guidance Calling up the map display and switching to navigation mode X In the main function line selec...

Page 91: ...cale Pointer indicating the currently set map scale Previously set value only visible when the setting has been changed As soon as you rotate cVd scale appears Rotating clockwise zooms out rotating co...

Page 92: ...le destination or stopover position i If you have moved the map you can use this function to rapidly return the map to the position of the vehicle or destination It is only possible to center the map...

Page 93: ...n Map The map display list appears A dot indicates the current setting X Select Standard symbols Personal symbols or No symbols If you select Personal symbols the list of POIs appears X Switching POI...

Page 94: ...s case the geo coordinates of the cross hair or other data for the cross hair position such as a street name are displayed Such data can only be displayed when the digital map contains that particular...

Page 95: ...Minimize Ferries RMinimize Motorail Trains X Select Navi Q Mode The mode list appears X Switching mode on or off Select desired modes Depending on the previous status the mode is switched on or off A...

Page 96: ...or province Canada zip code postal code and city center REnter state USA or province Canada zip code postal code and street i As additional information to the street entry you can enter either a house...

Page 97: ...lide XVY or rotate cVd X Confirming character selection Press W X Deleting individual characters Select F in the bottom line and press W X Deleting an entire entry Select F in the bottom line and pres...

Page 98: ...province RZip Code Entering the postal code Y page 96 within the selected province X Continuing destination entry Select one of the menu items mentioned above Quick access to most recently entered st...

Page 99: ...ime COMAND automatically adds digits to the digits already entered by the user X Selecting digits Slide XVY or rotate cVd or X Enter digits with the telephone keypad using buttons Y page 70 X Confirmi...

Page 100: ...ge 103 within the selected state USA province Canada and zip coder area RPOI Entering a point of interest Y page 111 within the selected state USA province Canada and zip coder area i In this case ent...

Page 101: ...time COMAND automatically adds matching characters to characters already entered by the user X Selecting characters Slide XVY or rotate cVd X Confirming character selection Press W X Deleting individu...

Page 102: ...ng the street Y page 101 RNo Entering the house number Y page 104 RCenter Entering the center Y page 103 RIntersection Entering the intersection Y page 105 RPOI Entering a point of interest Y page 111...

Page 103: ...he sequence in which you have entered your destination and the digital map The top list entry first shows the street first alphabetically and best corresponds to the input data as it has been entered...

Page 104: ...t entered to a city Which of the following menu items are now available depends on the situation or may depend on the digital map The menu items which are not available cannot be selected RMap Using t...

Page 105: ...ion and the digital map While the characters are being selected as described below top list entry always shows the city center which best matches to the input data as it has been entered up to that po...

Page 106: ...tion memory Y page 132 RStart Starting the route calculation Y page 107 X Continuing or completing destination entry Select one of the menu items mentioned above Entering a house number i The house nu...

Page 107: ...selected RMap Using the map to enter a destination Y page 109 i In this case using the map for destination entry is based on the city seen in the address input menu RPOI Entering a point of interest Y...

Page 108: ...redictive speller disappears You see the list of intersections without the predictive speller Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection During character entry you can also manua...

Page 109: ...ation an arrow will indicate the direction to the destination Below this you will see the message The route is being calculated Once the route has been calculated route guidance begins Y page 116 i Ro...

Page 110: ...ess W and hold until the entire entry is deleted X Canceling an entry Select in the bottom line and press W or X Press back button in the center console Y page 75 As soon as COMAND can clearly attribu...

Page 111: ...able display shows Rthe coordinates if the Geo Coordinates display is switched on Y page 92 Rno display if the Geo Coordinates display is switched off Y page 92 Moving the map and selecting the destin...

Page 112: ...in the right hand side of the display The information about how far away the destinations are can take a few seconds to be displayed The left hand part of the display shows the destinations on the map...

Page 113: ...e stopover destination or POI X Select Call COMAND navigation system Point of interest entry Entering a POI in the surrounding area X In the map view while the menu system is displayed Y page 89 selec...

Page 114: ...ries or POIs depend on the selected search method RPOI in the surrounding area categories sorted alphabetically and POIs sorted by distance around the vehicle position are available RPOI within the ci...

Page 115: ...POIs or further subcategories Further subcategories X Selecting a subcategory Slide ZV or rotate cVd X Canceling selection Press back button in the center console Y page 75 X Confirming selection Pre...

Page 116: ...ch you have entered your destination and the digital map While the characters are being selected as described below the top list entry always shows the POI that best matches to the input data as it ha...

Page 117: ...map header Example illustration Mercedes Benz Center is highlighted X Selecting map view Select Map X Exiting Select Back X Switching to a different POI Select Previous or Next X Displaying informatio...

Page 118: ...t Details for a brief description of the respective POI Surveyor comments are shown in quotation marks within reviews Calling a POI X Calling a POI Y page 111 COMAND navigation system route guidance R...

Page 119: ...ng example illustration shows the intersection zoom in the right half Next road Driving maneuver turn left Graphical representation of the distance to the driving maneuver Point at which the driving m...

Page 120: ...s i The instrument cluster also provides lane recommendations but shows recommended lanes only Explanation of lane recommendations RRecommended lane E This lane can be used to perform the next two dri...

Page 121: ...s automatically ended Destination on the map Destination flag i An additional announcement may sound for some destinations for example selected POIs or destination entries that include the house numbe...

Page 122: ...wing announcement You are currently in an area where turn by turn guidance cannot be provided Route guidance is provided by means of a direction arrow showing the compass heading to the destination CO...

Page 123: ...the last known point on the map to the off road destination is indicated with a dashed line after a certain length It simply shows the direction to the off road destination without taking account of a...

Page 124: ...ion Y page 81 X Switching off navigation messages Press button 8 during an announcement You will see the message The driving instructions have been muted for a short while i The announcements remain s...

Page 125: ...imated arrival time REstimated remaining travel time If the destination is located within a partially digitized area the following data may differ from the facts RDistance to destination REstimated ar...

Page 126: ...mbols indicate POIs in the area of the respective highway exit X Showing hiding highway information Select Navi X Check or uncheck the Highway information check box Detour function i The detour functi...

Page 127: ...marked in deep blue On the Route Symbols indicate special parts such as tunnels ferries or toll roads on the displayed alternative route Mode Current settings for the displayed alternative route Avoid...

Page 128: ...ain traffic events in the map The notifications are shown in the map scale range from 1 16 mi to 20 mi Free Flow traffic messages are only displayed with a map scale of 1 16 miles to 5 miles X Set the...

Page 129: ...ctive and route goes through congested area Yellow car symbols could appear in combination with this symbol Appears with traffic jam on route stop and go entry type Appears with traffic jam on route s...

Page 130: ...ived RThere are no messages available X Cancelling the search Select Cancel X Closing the message Select OK If there are traffic reports you will see a list or a submenu depending on whether route gui...

Page 131: ...affic message Y page 129 X Closing the list Slide XVY once or repeatedly Example of a traffic message 1 Area designation 2 Affected road 3 Affected driving direction 4 Message 1 of 8 for the road affe...

Page 132: ...ith predictive speller In the destination memory list with predictive speller the predictive speller is automatically activated X Destination memory list without predictive speller Press W immediately...

Page 133: ...anada to match the map data you may either enter the entire name or the abbreviation in the address book Examples RFlorida or FL RColorado or CO RAlberta or AB ROntario or ON Depending on which data i...

Page 134: ...he list entry My Address is highlighted X Press W If your own address has already been assigned you will see the menu for starting route guidance with your own address data X Starting route calculatio...

Page 135: ...ddress book entry i This function assigns the complete navigable address data to an already existing address book entry You can then select this entry in the address book and start navigation to the a...

Page 136: ...calculation was launched It is stored in the last destinations memory If this memory is full COMAND deletes the oldest destination You can also save one destination from the list of last destinations...

Page 137: ...others Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second General notes i USA only This device complies w...

Page 138: ...tions in this section apply to COMAND or the telephone keypad in the center console Thus in order to use the described functions you always have to call up the Telephone menu The fastest way to get to...

Page 139: ...cial characters RReject answer connect and end calls X Entering characters Flip up cover X Enter characters using buttons i You can enter the character by pressing button once Pressing button again wi...

Page 140: ...le phone or if there is no service on a CDMA mobile phone NO SERVICE may appear in the COMAND display In that case you only can make an emergency call on the mobile phone itself without the use of COM...

Page 141: ...onality on the mobile phone Refer to mobile phone operating instructions for detail Bluetooth is activated in the COMAND by default If the Bluetooth function in the COMAND is not activated the message...

Page 142: ...r the telephone keypad X Entering via the menu bar Select the respective digits with the COMAND controller and confirm the selection or X Entering via the telephone keypad Press the respective digits...

Page 143: ...XVY Deauthorizing the mobile phone X Select Data Connections Q Bluetooth Telephones X Choose the mobile phone from the list and select Options Q De authorize You will be asked whether you want to deau...

Page 144: ...ception volume can impair call quality significantly You can therefore optimize these settings For information on best settings for your mobile phone Rvisit www mbusa mobile com Rcall the Mercedes Ben...

Page 145: ...provided both are stored in the address book RCall from Unknown when the caller ID is not being sent i You can answer a call even when COMAND is displaying a different main function After answering t...

Page 146: ...phone keypad in the center console Functions during a single party call non conference calls Called or calling party 6 Active call NEW Connect to more parties10 Switching hands free microphone on off...

Page 147: ...parties or initiate a conference call You can toggle between two parties using call hold or initiate a conference call with up to two participants Call waiting15 When a call comes in while you are alr...

Page 148: ...conference call Select Conference using the COMAND controller COMAND phone book and address book G Observe Safety notes see page 68 The COMAND phone book is an extract of entries from the address boo...

Page 149: ...respective Bluetooth device X Stopping data import Press W or X Press When the data have been imported the message Import successful appears in the COMAND display When the COMAND phone book memory is...

Page 150: ...When similar entries exist the next character that is different is highlighted and thus offered for selection i You can also enter the characters via the telephone keypad in the center console Display...

Page 151: ...ct The entry is created in the phone book and the address book Deleting contacts X Selecting contact Select Data Connections Q Delete Contacts Q Internal Contacts or Imported from memory card or Impor...

Page 152: ...k entry Entries with voice name are indicated by symbol X Select Options Q Voice Name Q Add or Change Further operations is conducted via the Voice Control System The Voice Control System will lead yo...

Page 153: ...ll list The phone number appears when the number has not been used yet The caller name appears when the entry has been used already Saving to address book as new entry X Open a call list X Select the...

Page 154: ...ng message appears When the entry contains five phone numbers already you are asked whether you want to overwrite one of the existing phone numbers X Select Yes or No X Confirm the selection When sele...

Page 155: ...lected wave band provided that the station channel can be received i The number of times you have to press shortcut button R depends on the operating mode currently selected Example illustration Radio...

Page 156: ...ustrations and descriptions contained in this manual may differ from the subprograms and program info delivered by the radio station Switching to HD Radio i Since HD Radio stations are embedded in the...

Page 157: ...e menu for manual frequency entry appears X Exiting menu without making an entry Press back button in the center console Y page 75 X Increasing or decreasing number Slide ZV or rotate cVd i You can on...

Page 158: ...options 2 and 3 X Press and hold W until you hear a signal The station is saved Saving using the autostore function i This function is not available for Weather Band The autostore function saves recei...

Page 159: ...de XVY press W or press back button COMAND satellite radio Safety notes G Warning Please devote your attention first and foremost to the traffic situation you are in Before your journey please familia...

Page 160: ...ituations the satellite radio s main menu shows the No Service screen At this point the radio s functions are restricted Switching to satellite radio X Select Audio Q Sat Radio or X Press shortcut but...

Page 161: ...ed channel Selected program category A Sound settings B To select program category C Artist and song title D Other channel information E Preset options F Satellite radio options i Main area can show a...

Page 162: ...when the main area is selected Depending on the direction in which the controller is being pressed or rotated the system searches upward or downward and stops at the next receivable channel i Which c...

Page 163: ...tered Channel number is invalid You will see the message Invalid Channel X Closing message Press W Channel number is valid but channel is not included in subscription You will see the screen described...

Page 164: ...nduct a channel update During the update the message Updating channels will appear on the display No functions can be operated in satellite radio mode during the update Calling SIRIUS XM Service Cente...

Page 165: ...dard containing MP3 WMA tracks and the second session type is according to the audio CD standard COMAND will treat the CD as a data CD This means that it is only possible to access the MP3 WMA tracks...

Page 166: ...use tracks with a bit rate of above 128 kbit s and a sampling rate of above 44 1 kHz Lower rates will cause an audible loss of sound quality This applies in particular when you have switched on 3 D so...

Page 167: ...tly applicable standards Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs These could peel away and damage COMAND COMAND is designed to hold discs which comply with the IEC 60908 standard You can therefor...

Page 168: ...es to the next empty tray X Repeat the previous two steps until all magazine trays are loaded When the disc was inserted correctly and is of permissible type the disc that was loaded last is played ba...

Page 169: ...d on Y page 68 CD DVD A MP3 II M audio DVD mode only REC audio CD mode only Search Media Sound Group audio DVD mode only Pausing playback II Copying audio data to hard disk Current Track List Selectin...

Page 170: ...previously set disc mode audio CD DVD MP3 CD DVD video DVD The number of times you have to press the shortcut button depends on the previously set mode Example display in audio CD mode Disc type Track...

Page 171: ...ags H MP3 functions CD DVD MP3 functions Stop function i This function is only available in audio DVD mode X Stopping playback Select Audio Q Media Q DVD A Q twice X Restarting playback Select Audio Q...

Page 172: ...on the telephone keypad Y page 70 X Enter track number using buttons Fast forward rewind X Select the main area X Slide XVY and hold until the desired track part is reached Track search You can use th...

Page 173: ...g process may take a while depending on the size of the data If the required storage space is insufficient a message appears X Aborting copying process Select Cancel The audio data that have been copi...

Page 174: ...he DVD The list of available audio formats appears A dot indicates the format currently selected X Changing setting Slide ZV or rotate cVd X Exiting menu Slide XVY Playback options The following optio...

Page 175: ...to disable these system messages or adjust the volume of these messages manually i The volume of external audio sources is extremely variable It is possible that a device connected as an external aud...

Page 176: ...ND can playback commercially available prerecorded video DVDs that bear the following label You will usually find the label on the DVD booklet the inlay or the DVD itself i Video DVDs differ from reco...

Page 177: ...ertain functions or actions may be temporarily or permanently unavailable If you try to utilize such functions or carry out such actions you will see the K symbol in the display Inserting or ejecting...

Page 178: ...Full screen mode A Medium selection B Sound settings Fast forward rewind X While in full screen mode or with activated control menu slide XVY and hold until the desired track part is reached Selecting...

Page 179: ...d X Press button on the telephone keypad Y page 70 X Enter scene chapter using buttons j x COMAND tunes in to the scene chapter entered Selecting film track i This function is only available if the DV...

Page 180: ...arries out the action defined by the selected DVD menu item i Depending on the DVD it is possible the menu item Play either has no function or has no function in certain parts of the DVD menu Stopping...

Page 181: ...t of an entry indicates the current language X Changing the setting Slide ZV or turn cVd until you reach the desired setting X Saving a setting Press W X Exiting the menu Slide XVY Subtitles and camer...

Page 182: ...how Track Information Switching to Music Register From another main function X Select Audio The last selected audio mode is active X Select Audio once more The audio menu appears X Select MUSIC REGIST...

Page 183: ...lt in USB socket for that purpose The optional media interface is not intended for this purpose i Certain functions are not available while copying A corresponding message will then appear Selecting m...

Page 184: ...n the data source the required time may vary If the required storage space is insufficient a message appears X Aborting copying process Select Cancel The audio data that have been copied already are s...

Page 185: ...the currently active track list are played back in random order X Selecting options Switch to Music Register Y page 180 X Select MUSIC REGISTER The list of options appears The dot indicates the curren...

Page 186: ...vailable from the manufacturer of the respective device Supported file formats on USB devices The following file formats are supported RMP3 CBR VBR up to 320 kbit s RWMA CBR VBR up to 320 kbit s Speci...

Page 187: ...on of the connected device is too high Rthe media interface is malfunctioning Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center if required Notes on operating a device via the AUX socket G Warning Due to the...

Page 188: ...e D Sound settings E Media list F Album name if available G Categories playlists and or folders H Artist if available I Submenu for basic settings i The connected disc type is identified by the respec...

Page 189: ...player You can select tracks via categories and folders Categories for example can be RCurrent Track List RPlaylists RArtists RAlbums RTrack RPodcasts RGenres RComposers RAudiobooks i Some categories...

Page 190: ...ct a category or folder X Press W for longer than 2 seconds The content of the selected category or folder is played back according to the selected playback option Y page 189 Alphabetical track select...

Page 191: ...back in regular order e g in numerical or in alphabetical order RRandom Tracks All available tracks on the current medium are played back in random order RCategory Mix or Random Folder with USB devic...

Page 192: ...page 68 This function is used to extend or retract the rear sunshade G Warning When operating the rear window sunshade be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the extending or retra...

Page 193: ...e currently selected setting Setting interior exterior lighting delayed shut off night security illumination i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on Y page 68 Interior ligh...

Page 194: ...nd press W A menu appears The dot indicates the currently selected setting X Selecting setting Slide ZV or rotate cVd and press W The dot indicates the currently selected setting Setting automatic mir...

Page 195: ...d the vehicle is centrally locked at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph 15 km h X Select Vehicle The main area is active X Selecting Automatic Locking Slide XVY or rotate cVd X Switching automatic...

Page 196: ...ng Y page 196 RCentral climate control Mono Y page 196 RFootwell temperature Y page 197 RAir flow from air vents Y page 197 The climate control menu is called up via the climate control settings Clima...

Page 197: ...the windshield and front door windows and to the footwells _ Directs air into the entire vehicle interior b Directs air through the center side and defroster air vents to the windshield and front door...

Page 198: ...may drip out from underneath the vehicle This is normal and not an indication of a malfunction G Warning If you deactivate the air conditioning the vehicle will not be cooled when weather conditions...

Page 199: ...ture in the footwell will be X Select climate control settings Q Central climate control menu X Selecting Footwell Temperature Slide ZV or rotate cVd and then press W X Changing temperature difference...

Page 200: ...99 Selecting a seat You must first select the seat for which you would like to make adjustments X Press button T The main area is active X Switching to the bottom menu line Slide ZV X Selecting seat S...

Page 201: ...tically adjust lateral support to your driving style Y page 200 i Whether adjustments are being made manually or automatically noises may result from pumping air into or releasing air out of the air c...

Page 202: ...hair appears You can use it to make two settings Rvertical shift the point of greatest curvature upward or downward Rhorizontal adjust the degree of curvature X Slide ZV or XVY until desired setting...

Page 203: ...the setting the massage function runs for about 7 to 10 minutes Instrument cluster control system Introduction The control system is activated as soon as the starter switch is in position 2 The contro...

Page 204: ...d button to select the standard display A Press button to select menus Press button briefly 9 to select function or scroll through lists within Audio menu to select previous or next track scene or sto...

Page 205: ...menus The number of menus available in the system depends on which optional equipment is installed in your vehicle X Press button to return to the next highest menu level From a menu s highest level y...

Page 206: ...05 Standard display X Press button or to select the Trip menu In the standard display the main odometer and the trip odometer appear in the multifunction display Fuel consumption statistics since star...

Page 207: ...irm The fuel consumption statistics reset automatically to 0 after 99999 miles or 9999 hours whichever occurs first Remaining driving range and current fuel consumption X Press button or to select the...

Page 208: ...e Example illustration Street into which the driving maneuver leads Symbol for driving maneuver Distance to driving maneuver and graphical distance representation When you are being notified of a driv...

Page 209: ...The vehicle has gone off the map during route guidance Y page 121 Audio menu The functions in the Audio menu operate the audio equipment which you have currently switched on The following functions a...

Page 210: ...elect a track i When you play a CD or DVD with text the multifunction display shows the name and number of the track For MP3s only the track is shown Operating video DVD X Switch on the COMAND system...

Page 211: ...olume using buttons W or X X Starting Press button W X Displaying intermediate time Press button X while the timer is running The intermediate time is shown for 5 seconds X Stopping Press button W Whe...

Page 212: ...only available if you have saved at least one lap and have stopped the RACETIMER X Press button or to select the AMG menu X Press button 9 repeatedly until the overall analysis appears in the multifu...

Page 213: ...the telephone and the COMAND system X Press button or to select the Telephone menu One of the following messages will appear in the multifunction display RNo service No network is available RReady for...

Page 214: ...ifunction display The control system stores the dialed number in the redial memory or X Press button if you do not want to make the call Redialing The control system stores the most recently dialed ph...

Page 215: ...Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non operating status of the ESC Activating deactivating PRE SAFE Brake vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS only X Press button or to...

Page 216: ...operation of certain systems They do not replace the owner s and or driver s responsibility to maintain the vehicle s operating safety Have all required maintenance and safety checks performed on the...

Page 217: ...amps while driving at night Showing or hiding additional speedometer You can have an additional digital speedometer shown in the multifunction display Depending on the setting for the speedometer disp...

Page 218: ...erate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device m...

Page 219: ...icle is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second G Warning Navigation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and dr...

Page 220: ...Increasing volume X Decreasing volume i The Voice Control System can be canceled at any time even during a dialog Please note that if the Voice Control System is canceled during a dialog the complete...

Page 221: ...stem requires additional information from the user a selection list is shown on COMAND display in the address book and navigation system Multifunction display For example telephone numbers are shown i...

Page 222: ...lable functions and commands that can be used in conjunction with the navigation system Entering an address Speak the commands and address data in whole words The system guides you completely through...

Page 223: ...s airports railroad stations gas stations etc Sample dialog Points of interest _ The system shows the following list on the COMAND display 1 Current position 2 Other state 3 Other province 4 Other tow...

Page 224: ...ailable entry Sample dialog Save destination Please say the name John Smith Please repeat the name John Smith Where do you want to save home or work Work The destination has been saved Find address Us...

Page 225: ...Guidance instructions off to mute the system s guidance voice output Cancel route guidance Use the command Cancel route guidance to cancel route guidance Sample dialog Cancel route guidance Are you s...

Page 226: ...ase select a line number Number one Number one accepted The city selected is adopted for route guidance Enter district Enter center You can use the Enter district or Enter center command to enter an a...

Page 227: ...notes see page 217 Safety notes for using the telephone G Observe Safety notes see page 135 Telephone operation You can use the Voice Control System to Rdial phone number Rstore names and numbers in...

Page 228: ...r Please say the number One two three four five six seven One two three four five six seven Ok Dialing i You can also dial the specified number if you press button 6 on the multifunction steering whee...

Page 229: ...en speaking the name for the second time make sure to pronounce it the same as the first time Otherwise the name cannot be saved and the Voice Control System aborts saving After the command Ok you wil...

Page 230: ...al Home or work Work John Smith work Dialing Delete name COMAND address book The command Delete name deletes a voice name for an address book entry The address data are not deleted Sample dialog Delet...

Page 231: ...others could be injured COMAND address book overview The address book lets you store voice names in address book entries You can dial a phone number from the address book or start route guidance to a...

Page 232: ...name Please say the name Smith Do you want to delete Smith Yes The voice name has been deleted Navigate to voice name For information on Navigate to voice name see Y page 222 Read out address book Re...

Page 233: ...hone number or calculate the route to the stored address i The list is displayed only when the address book contains a very small number of entries When the address book contains several entries the V...

Page 234: ...ou can have all the commands for the HD Radio read out Selecting a wave band You can set the wave band with the following commands R FM R AM R Weatherband Next station Previous station The following c...

Page 235: ...command you can directly select a saved station Sample dialog Favorite station30 The Voice Control System sets the station Select Category satellite radio Using the Select category command you can sel...

Page 236: ...hen the system reads the station to be deleted X Press button The station to be deleted is selected The system reads out the selected station again Do you want to delete Favorite Station30 Yes Station...

Page 237: ...CD player R CD changer R DVD audio R DVD video R Hard disk R Memory card R Media interface R USB R Music Register X Press button on the multifunction steering wheel X Speak one of the following comman...

Page 238: ...t chapter to select a scene or chapter on the current video DVD Hard disk Music Register Use the command Hard disk or Music Register to switch to the internal hard disk Music Register of the COMAND Me...

Page 239: ...are possible they are separated by a slash Choose your preferred command from those available Possible additions to the commands are in brackets Other commands are possible Refer to the respective he...

Page 240: ...help video DVD changer Rhelp media Rhelp media player Rhelp media changer Rhelp media interface Rhelp UCI Rhelp USB interface Rhelp USB Rhelp MP3 Rhelp MP3 player Rhelp MP3 changer Rhelp Music Registe...

Page 241: ...redial Rredial last number Rredial last phone number Rlast number Rcorrection Rwrong number Rwrong phone number Rwrong telephone number Rincorrect number Rincorrect phone number Rincorrect telephone n...

Page 242: ...guidance instruction s off Rswitch route guidance instruction s off Rswitch off guidance instruction s Rswitch off route guidance instruction s Rmute guidance instruction s Rmute route guidance instru...

Page 243: ...enter name of road Renter another name of street Renter another name of road Rchange name of street Rchange name of road Rstreet name Rroad name Renter name of street first Renter name of road first R...

Page 244: ...position Rdestination area Rnear destination Address book commands Rall address book functions Raddress book on Raddress list on Raddresses on Raddress directory on Rlist read out read aloud get play...

Page 245: ...l voice name work land line Rcall voice name work mobile Rcall voice name work pager Rcall voice name home car Rcall voice name home land line Rcall voice name home mobile Rcall voice name home pager...

Page 246: ...following station R find following channel Rstation search ascending going up Rchannel search ascending going up Rother another find station Rother another find channel Rradio seek Rchannel station 1...

Page 247: ...switch HD radio off RHD radio info Satellite radio Rsirius on Rsat radio on Rsatellite radio on R enter station number R enter channel number Rnext other another following category Rlist read out rea...

Page 248: ...number 1 6 RCD number 1 6 R audio video DVD number 1 6 Rmedium number 1 6 Rgroup number 1 9 Rselect group number 1 9 Rnext other another following group Rprevious preceding last prior group Rnext oth...

Page 249: ...ak the command Help during a dialog such as after the command Dial number you will receive help for the next dialog steps You can also call up the help function specifically for a particular system fo...

Page 250: ...you only spoke the last name or the first name X Say both the first name and the last name of the address book entry Pronunciation of names in the address book does not differ sufficiently or the spe...

Page 251: ...entry is not recognized The voice names of the station names do not differ from each other sufficiently X Create a voice name for the station Y page 233 or X Speak the command Read out station list T...

Page 252: ...ions The individualization is used to adapt the Voice Control System to your own voice and to therefore improve speech recognition This does not affect the speech recognition of other users Individual...

Page 253: ...rs 280 Power windows 282 Driving and parking 285 Automatic transmission 291 Transfer case 299 Instrument cluster 300 Driving systems 301 Climate control system 338 Rear window defroster 344 Power tilt...

Page 254: ...tKey is malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained X Check the batteries in the SmartKey Y page 255 and replace them if necessary X Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver s door and the tru...

Page 255: ...to reprogramm the SmartKey Pressing button will then only unlock the driver s door and the fuel filler flap X Switching on off Press and hold buttons and simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds unt...

Page 256: ...S 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 RWhen the vehicle has been parked for more than 72 hour...

Page 257: ...arm system will be rearmed X Global locking Touch outside of a door handle Selective setting If you frequently travel alone you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey Pulling the driver s outside door han...

Page 258: ...current identity card passport or drivers license for the authorized individual Rsigned and dated authorization from the owner of the vehicle for which the key is being requested i Duplicated or photo...

Page 259: ...does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap or the interior storage compartments such as the glove box X Locking Press central locking switch When the passenger door is closed the vehicle locks X Unl...

Page 260: ...roof rack e g presence of an optional MB sport luggage container When the trunk opening height is switched on the trunk opens to approximately the height of the roof edge X Switching on off Use the CO...

Page 261: ...ile 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 been piled too high for examp...

Page 262: ...king closing switch X Make sure you have the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO with you X Press KEYLESS GO locking closing switch briefly With all doors closed RThe locking knobs in the doors move down RThe tr...

Page 263: ...unlocked You can then only open the trunk with the mechanical key X Canceling Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock X Turn the mechanical key counterclockwise to neutral position 1 and remo...

Page 264: ...efer to Lamps in instrument cluster Y page 450 X Always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation This will help to prevent accelerated vehicle battery discharge...

Page 265: ...YLESS GO start stop button the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 as with SmartKey removed Position 1 X Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once This supplies power for some electrical co...

Page 266: ...h the accelerator brake pedal safely The position should be as far back as possible with the driver still able to operate the controls properly RAdjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the...

Page 267: ...of arrow X Seat cushion tilt Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow until your upper legs are lightly supported X Seat cushion depth Press the switch forward or backward in direction of ar...

Page 268: ...control panel or by moving the release lever again G Warning The seat belts provide protection only with the seat backrest locked in place Therefore the seat backrest must be locked in place with the...

Page 269: ...osition 1 The easy entry exit feature can be switched on or off in the Vehicle menu of the COMAND system Y page 190 G Warning You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving stee...

Page 270: ...cilitates exiting as well as rescue of vehicle occupants The crash responsive exit aid can only be triggered when the easy entry exit feature is activated via the control system Rear seat head restrai...

Page 271: ...ilation The blue indicator lamps in seat ventilation button come on to show which ventilation level you have selected i The seat ventilation for the driver s seat can be activated using the summer ope...

Page 272: ...rated at any time Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious...

Page 273: ...or rear view mirror manually Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror The mirror surface is convex outwardly curved surface for a wide...

Page 274: ...ger side exterior rear view mirror so that you can see the rear wheel and the road curb Setting and storing the parking position X Switch on the ignition X Press button to select the passenger side ex...

Page 275: ...as soon as the vehicle is locked from the outside The exterior rear view mirrors fold out automatically as soon as the vehicle is unlocked and the driver s or passenger door are subsequently opened Fo...

Page 276: ...M once and within 3 seconds press memory position button 1 2 or 3 When the settings are stored to the selected position an acknowledgement signal sounds Recalling positions from memory X Press and hol...

Page 277: ...lamps when 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 Switchin...

Page 278: ...ntrol system see Switching daytime running lamp mode on or off USA only Y page 215 X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position or c When the engine is running the low beam headlamps come on In low amb...

Page 279: ...r lamp switch to position T or L Y page 275 X Switching on front fog lamps Pull out the exterior lamp switch to first stop The green indicator lamp N in the exterior lamp switch comes on X Switching o...

Page 280: ...ivated and the combination switch set for either left or right turn only the respective left or right turn signals will operate when the ignition is switched on X Switching off Press hazard warning fl...

Page 281: ...lluminating lamps temporarily come on on both sides of the vehicle if you turn the steering wheel in one direction and then again in the other direction shortly thereafter The corner illuminating lamp...

Page 282: ...X Press switch or X Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey Wipers Notes Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry Dust that accumulates on a windshield might scratch the glass and or damage t...

Page 283: ...es are controlled by the rain sensor automatically Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the vehicle is at a standstill and a door is opened This protects persons getting into or out of the vehicle...

Page 284: ...sal function will stop the door window and open it slightly The windows operate differently when the switch is pulled and held See the Closing when a window is blocked section in this chapter for deta...

Page 285: ...f the window is blocked again and opens slightly X Immediately after the window was blocked pull and hold the respective switch upward until the window is fully closed The window closes without automa...

Page 286: ...ress and hold button Vehicles with KEYLESS GO RRelease the sensor surface on the outside door handle to stop the closing procedure RImmediately pull on the same outside door handle and hold firmly The...

Page 287: ...are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immediately If you must drive under these conditions drive only with at least one window fully open at all times Automati...

Page 288: ...are starting the engine with the SmartKey Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and repeat the starting procedure X If you are starting the engine with KEYLESS GO Close any doors that...

Page 289: ...Warranty i Once the vehicle is in motion the doors and the trunk look automatically The locking knobs in the doors move down The automatic door lock feature can be deactivated Y page 193 Automatic tra...

Page 290: ...ge cannot be determined X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance If no damage on major assemblies fuel system and engine mount can be determined X Start the engine in t...

Page 291: ...utomatic transmission out of park position P or RThe driver s door is closed and you drive faster than 2 mph 3 km h Engaging electronic parking brake manually X Press handle The red indicator lamp F U...

Page 292: ...neutral position N see Remaining in neutral position N Y page 292 With SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch When you turn off...

Page 293: ...Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces This may cause s...

Page 294: ...ift the automatic transmission into park position P before turning off the engine Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i Moving the ge...

Page 295: ...the starter switch X Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch X Switch on the ignition X Depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N X Rel...

Page 296: ...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 electronic parking brake in addition to sh...

Page 297: ...he engine speed the automatic transmission shifts into a lower gear Rocking the vehicle Rocking the vehicle by shifting the automatic transmission directly between drive position D and reverse gear R...

Page 298: ...For comfort driving S Sport For sporty driving Program mode selector switch on AMG vehicles C Comfort For standard driving S Sport For sporty driving M Manual For manual gearshifting The current progr...

Page 299: ...slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control X Briefly pull left gearshift control The automatic transmission will shift into the next lower gear...

Page 300: ...s the program mode selector switch repeatedly until M appears in the multifunction display The automatic transmission switches to manual program mode M Automatic shifting is switched off The gear rang...

Page 301: ...am X Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until C or S appears in the multifunction display or X Restart the engine The automatic transmission will go to automatic program mode C Manual p...

Page 302: ...ilure of any systems Driving characteristics may be impaired If you must continue to drive do so with added caution Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible The language setting...

Page 303: ...perated within the red marking Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature indicator is on the bottom left hand side of the instrument cluster Y page 29 G Warning The outside temperature ind...

Page 304: ...t in wheel spin and loss of control RDeactivate the cruise control when driving in fog The Resume function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes t...

Page 305: ...SC has switched off due to a malfunction Ryou shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving The speedometer segments in the multifunction display goes out and an acoustic warn...

Page 306: ...l speed limits permit Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to the preset speed could cause an accident and or serious injury to you and others X Briefly pull the cr...

Page 307: ...ect narrow vehicles possibly driving in front of you such as motorcycles and vehicles driving in an offset formation It is the driver s responsibility at all times to be attentive to the road weather...

Page 308: ...eed range of 0 to 120 mph Canada 0 to 200 km h if a preceding vehicle is detected If no preceding vehicle is detected the DISTRONIC PLUS functions in a speed range of 20 to 120 mph Canada 30 to 200 km...

Page 309: ...hould the driver await the intermittent warning sound before braking See the following warning note The intermittent warning sound ceases and the distance warning lamp goes out when the necessary dist...

Page 310: ...r Distance Display you see the current settings for DISTRONIC PLUS The Information shown in the multifunction display depends on whether DISTRONIC PLUS is activated or deactivated For activating or de...

Page 311: ...d you can set is 120 mph Canada 200 km h If the DISTRONIC PLUS is not activated after the DISTRONIC PLUS lever is pulled in direction of arrow Y page 309 you will see the message DISTRONIC PLUS mph Ca...

Page 312: ...ndstill X Pull the DISTRONIC PLUS lever briefly in direction of arrow The DISTRONIC PLUS is switched on X Tap the DISTRONIC PLUS lever up or down until desired speed is set You can adjust the set spee...

Page 313: ...313 the vehicle will stop adequate away from the preceding vehicle When the DISTRONIC PLUS is activated and the vehicle is at a standstill the automatic transmission shifts into park position P autom...

Page 314: ...elerate or decelerate Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached the set speed Setting stored speed Resume function G Warning The set speed stored in memory should only...

Page 315: ...the driver to exercise discretion to select the appropriate setting given road conditions traffic driver s preferred driving style and applicable laws and driving recommendations for safe following di...

Page 316: ...ning and care of the sensors see Y page 406 i If the message DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See Oper Manual disappears during driving and the last speed stored flashes for approximately 5 second...

Page 317: ...ht with cross traffic the vehicle may suddenly start to drive off Hill start assist system On uphill grades the hill start assist system maintains the pressure in the brake system for approximately 1...

Page 318: ...appears in the multifunction display The HOLD function is activated You can now release the brake pedal HOLD function activated i The brake pedal does not return to the rest position completely while...

Page 319: ...em malfunction occurs Rthe on board voltage is insufficient The HOLD function is deactivated AIRMATIC Introduction The AIRMATIC lets you select the chassis and suspension setup The chassis and suspens...

Page 320: ...cle chassis ride height is raised or lowered according to the selected level setting and to the vehicle speed With increasing speed ride height is reduced by up to approximately 0 8 in 20 mm With decr...

Page 321: ...omatically to increase vehicle safety and to reduce fuel consumption The vehicle chassis ride height is raised or lowered according to the selected level setting and to the vehicle speed With increasi...

Page 322: ...X Press vehicle level control switch Indicator lamp goes out The vehicle is adjusted to a normal level Suspension tuning The suspension tuning of the ABC system is adjusted for each wheel individuall...

Page 323: ...nly conduct operational or performance tests on a two axle dynamometer If such tests are necessary contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system and...

Page 324: ...rs or road curbs Such objects may not be detected by the system and can damage the vehicle During parking maneuvers pay special attention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors e...

Page 325: ...vehicle approaches an object one or more distance segments will illuminate depending on the distance When the seventh distance segment illuminates you have reached the minimum distance RFront area An...

Page 326: ...es it replace the need for extreme care The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver G Warning Make sure no persons or animals are in the area in which...

Page 327: ...sensors with the instrument cluster control system to prevent possible malfunction The Park Assist is an electronic parking aid with radar sensors that helps you while parking It visually and audibly...

Page 328: ...ors Rear area warning indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five yellow and two red distance segments for left and right side of the vehicle The Park Assist is ready to measure when the ye...

Page 329: ...onding tone for the warning indicator in the rear area i During strong rainfall the collision warning may be triggered for example by water splashing into the area of the sensors Switching Park Assist...

Page 330: ...e radar system only Removal tampering or altering of the device will void any warranties and is not permitted by the FCC Do not tamper with alter or use in any non approved way Any unauthorized modifi...

Page 331: ...measures potential parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle Detected parking space on the left Parking space symbol Detected parking space on the right At a vehicle speed of below 10 mph 16 km h y...

Page 332: ...to your immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering Otherwise you could endanger yourself and others X Bring the vehicle to a standstill as long as the desired parking space is displayed by t...

Page 333: ...ain the steering wheel position and carefully back up until the end position has been reached The message Parking Guidance Finished appears in the multifunction display and you will hear an audible wa...

Page 334: ...ion to the immediate surroundings when parking and maneuvering This includes the area behind in front of and beside the vehicle Otherwise you could endanger yourself and or others G Warning The rear v...

Page 335: ...5 m from the rear of the vehicle Yellow guidelines indicate an approximate distance of 3 ft 1 m from the rear of the vehicle Blue guidelines indicate the approximate width required for the vehicle i T...

Page 336: ...ain switched on permanently even with oncoming traffic present The Night View Assist monitors the area in front of your vehicle via camera Switching on or off You can only switch on the Night View Ass...

Page 337: ...ing the windshield in front of the Night View Assist camera Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every se...

Page 338: ...r sensor system the following functions are deactivated RBlind Spot Assist RBAS PLUS Y page 57 RPRE SAFE Brake Y page 62 RDISTRONIC PLUS Y page 304 RPark Assist Y page 324 RAdvanced Parking Guidance Y...

Page 339: ...d rear bumpers Make sure that the area of the bumpers around the sensors is free of dirt ice and snow The radar sensors must not be obstructed for example by bicycle carriers or overhanging luggage In...

Page 340: ...n the Blind Spot Assist range and you activate the turn signal a two tone warning will sound once Red warning lamp on the corresponding side of the vehicle will flash G Warning Do not change lanes or...

Page 341: ...air volume passenger side automatic mode i Switch on the automatic mode The indicator lamp in button comes on Y page 341 Notes on climate control system i If you have the air distribution and air volu...

Page 342: ...RCentral climate control Mono Y page 196 RFootwell temperature Y page 197 RAir flow from air vents Y page 197 Deactivating the climate control system G Warning When the climate control system is deact...

Page 343: ...r the temperature setting in small increments preferably starting at 72 22 X Increasing decreasing Press rocker switches w up or down or use COMAND Y page 194 The climate control system will correspon...

Page 344: ...air vents Left rear center air vent adjustable Right rear center air vent adjustable Thumbwheel for air volume control for right rear center air vent Thumbwheel for air volume control for left rear c...

Page 345: ...to the temperature that was set before the front defroster was switched on The indicator lamp in rocker switch goes out i The air conditioning compressor remains on even with the indicator lamp in but...

Page 346: ...41 5 Residual heat and ventilation With the engine turned off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by...

Page 347: ...moved past the resistance point and released by moving the sunroof switch in any direction G Warning The tilt sliding sunroof is made out of glass In the event of an accident the glass may shatter Thi...

Page 348: ...tly Raising X Raising manually Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached X Express operation To...

Page 349: ...at the rear X Keep holding the sunroof switch in direction of arrow for approximately 1 second X Check the express operation feature Y page 346 If the tilt sliding sunroof opens and closes completely...

Page 350: ...injury to vehicle occupants Parcel nets cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident Parcel nets are located in the front passenger footwell and on the right trunk side wall Retaining...

Page 351: ...g To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo highe...

Page 352: ...wn cover in direction of arrow Storage spaces under trunk floor Storage space Cover handle Trunk floor cover X Lift up trunk floor cover and engage cover handle in upper edge of trunk Useful features...

Page 353: ...Opening Press chrome label X Removing Pull cup holder out by pulling handle upward in direction of arrow X Reinstalling Press handle downward until it engages While doing so make sure that the word F...

Page 354: ...rocedure can be immediately halted by briefly pressing rear window sunshade switch To reverse direction of movement press rear window sunshade switch again G Observe Safety notes see page 51 You can a...

Page 355: ...l accessories e g auxiliary lamps mobile phone chargers up to a maximum of 15 A 180 W If the engine is off and the power outlets are being used extensively the vehicle battery may become discharged X...

Page 356: ...www mbusa com USA only for more information and a description of all available features System self test The system performs a self test after you have switched on the ignition G Warning A malfunctio...

Page 357: ...ystem is not possible The climate control system can be operated using the climate control panel Y page 194 A voice connection between the Customer Assistance Center and the occupants of the vehicle w...

Page 358: ...nnected appears in the multifunction display Roadside Assistance Activated appears in the COMAND display The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number model color...

Page 359: ...connection between the Customer Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be established Information regarding the operation of your vehicle the nearest authorized Mercede...

Page 360: ...vice A destination address located using Google Maps or Yahoo Local Maps websites can be delivered via Tele Aid directly to the Navigation system in your vehicle Specify and Send a Destination Address...

Page 361: ...must wait 15 minutes before pulling the trunk lid handle again Remote door lock If you have forgotten to lock your vehicle and are no longer near it you can have it locked remotely through the Custom...

Page 362: ...S federal safety standards this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door that cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet...

Page 363: ...ove starting with step 3 Rolling code programming To train a garage door opener or other rolling code devices with the rolling code feature follow these instructions after completing the Programming p...

Page 364: ...ol that came with the garage door opener gate operator or other device You may need it for use in other vehicles for future programming of an integrated remote control or simply for continued use as a...

Page 365: ...Center or call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center USA only at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or the HomeLink Hotline USA only at 1 800 355 3515 or the Customer Service Canada only at 1 800 387 0100 i U...

Page 366: ...collection devices Vehicles without Night View Assist Infrared transparent area located left and right to the cover of the rain light sensor Cover of the rain light sensor Infrared transparent area V...

Page 367: ...km 366 At the gas station 366 Engine compartment 368 Tires and wheels 373 Winter driving 395 Driving instructions 397 Maintenance 401 Vehicle care 403 365 Operation 216_AKB 3 90 en US d2ureepe Versio...

Page 368: ...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 369: ...rn off the engine i Leaving the engine running and the fuel filler cap open can cause the yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp to illuminate For more information see also Practical hints Y page 45...

Page 370: ...rning 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 a...

Page 371: ...es 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 be parked on level ground R...

Page 372: ...checking procedure press button on the multifunction steering wheel X If necessary add engine oil For more information on engine oil see Fuels coolants lubricants etc Y page 490 Other display messages...

Page 373: ...ation CL 550 4MATIC Example illustration CL 63 AMG X Unscrew filler cap from filler neck X Add engine oil as required Be careful not to overfill with oil Be careful not to spill any oil when adding Av...

Page 374: ...tely 1 2 turn counterclockwise to relieve excess pressure X Continue turning cap counterclockwise and remove it The coolant level is correct if the level Rfor cold coolant reaches marking bar in coola...

Page 375: ...etween lower mark MIN and upper mark MAX of the brake fluid reservoir Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires...

Page 376: ...8 in 3 mm RWhen replacing individual tires you should mount new tires on the front wheels first on vehicles with same sized wheels all around Recommended tire inflation pressure G Warning Follow recom...

Page 377: ...re inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment Important notes on tire inflation pressure G Warning If the tire inflation pressure drops repeatedly check the tires fo...

Page 378: ...e entire tire size e g R 18 or 18 The rim diameter is part of the tire size as specified on the tire sidewall Y page 389 Example illustration Tire inflation pressures specific to rim diameter Potentia...

Page 379: ...ading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Y page 381 If necessary add air to achieve the recommended tire inflation pressure X If you have overfilled the tire release tire inflation pres...

Page 380: ...lltale USA only Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire...

Page 381: ...ct to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired Any unauthor...

Page 382: ...ng Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Y page 381 or the supplemental tire inflation pressure information on the inside of the fuel filler flap make sure the tire inflation pressure of a...

Page 383: ...important information about the number of people that can be in the vehicle and the total weight that can be carried in the vehicle It also contains information on the proper size and recommended tir...

Page 384: ...data shown in the following illustration Refer to Tire and Loading Information placard on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle The seating capacity gives you important information on the n...

Page 385: ...his manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle Y page 385 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities...

Page 386: ...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 387: ...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 388: ...ng tread The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to RDriving style RTire inflation pressure RDistance driven Tread depth G Warning Although the applicabl...

Page 389: ...ents in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified U S Government test cou...

Page 390: ...ral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Rotating tires G Warning Rotate front and r...

Page 391: ...l data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration For more information see Rims and tires Y page 486 Tire size designation load and speed rating Tire widt...

Page 392: ...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 causing a blowout Overload...

Page 393: ...ity of the tire as being above 186 mph 300 km h Consult the tire manufacturer for the actual maximum permissible speed of the tire All season and winter tires Index Speed rating Q M S33 up to 100 mph...

Page 394: ...dewall of each tire produced The TIN is a unique identifier The TIN facilitates efforts by tire manufactures to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires It gives...

Page 395: ...ry installed equipment whether installed or not Air pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi...

Page 396: ...ory weight total load limit and production options weight Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire Normal occu...

Page 397: ...s sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 in 1 6 mm of tread remains Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers wit...

Page 398: ...0 km h Remove chains as soon as possible when driving on roads without snow Observe the following guidelines when using snow chains RUse of snow chains is not permissible with all wheel tire combinati...

Page 399: ...ficiency should be tested as soon as possible after driving is resumed G Warning Make sure not to endanger any other road users when carrying out these braking maneuvers Driving instructions Drive sen...

Page 400: ...ake pads It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effectiveness It may not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an accident After hard b...

Page 401: ...could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Vehicles with 4MATIC Because the ESC operates automatically the engin...

Page 402: ...will 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...

Page 403: ...ny adjustments on the engine should therefore be carried out only by qualified Mercedes Benz Center authorized technicians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified se...

Page 404: ...er approximately 10 seconds when you switch on the ignition Rafter approximately 10 seconds when reaching the service threshold while driving Rafter approximately 30 seconds once the suggested mainten...

Page 405: ...inadvertently have an authorized Mercedes Benz Center correct it Only reset the maintenance service indicator if the proper maintenance service has been performed Not following the proper maintenance...

Page 406: ...nz Center Scratches corrosive deposits corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the vehicle care products recommended here In such cases it is b...

Page 407: ...et cloth or sponge to clean the vehicle X Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo X Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water X Do not spray d...

Page 408: ...ng is chrome plated contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Headlamps brake lamps tail lamps side markers turn signal lenses X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car S...

Page 409: ...d must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others stop before trying to remove window fogging or cleaning the window in front of the Night View Assist camera...

Page 410: ...n to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield To clean the window interior do not use a dry cloth abrasives s...

Page 411: ...for cleaning the carpets Headliner and shelf below rear window X Use a soft bristle brush or a dry shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt Seat belts X Only use clear lukewarm water and soap The sea...

Page 412: ...d not become wet Wood trims X Only use water and a damp cloth to clean wood trims in your vehicle Do not use solvents like tar remover or wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes as these may be abrasive C...

Page 413: ...t to do if 450 Unlocking locking manually 460 Replacing SmartKey batteries 461 Replacing bulbs 463 Replacing wiper blades 464 Flat tire 465 Battery 469 Jump starting 471 Towing the vehicle 473 Fuses 4...

Page 414: ...jack or a wheel wrench Some tools required for a wheel change are specific to your vehicle Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center to obtain the tools approved for your vehicle The vehicle tool ki...

Page 415: ...g the spare wheel section and the notes on the jack X Take the jack from the vehicle tool kit Y page 412 Storage position X Turn the crank handle in the direction of arrow as far as it will go Operati...

Page 416: ...re shown in yellow or white Certain messages of high priority cannot be cleared from the multifunction display using a or on the multifunction steering wheel Y page 202 Other messages of high priority...

Page 417: ...nction Y page 316 and parking Y page 288 when you park the vehicle On the pages that follow you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may appear For your...

Page 418: ...e system is out of the operating temperature range Rthe battery voltage is insufficient The PRE SAFE Brake becomes operational again and the message in the multifunction display disappears when Rdirt...

Page 419: ...Keep the seat unoccupied close the passenger door and switch on the ignition Monitor the 42 indicator lamp right of the instrument cluster Y page 44 and the multifunction display in the instrument clu...

Page 420: ...play in the instrument Y page 29 cluster for the following With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on Rthe 42 indicator lamp right of the instrument cluster should illuminate and remain ill...

Page 421: ...icle is losing oil The ABC message appears continuously X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the electronic parking brake X Call Roadside Assistance or X Co...

Page 422: ...is malfunctioning X Have the cruise control checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Cruise Control mph One of the activation conditions for cruise control has not been fulfilled You may have att...

Page 423: ...n the radiator grille Y page 406 X Restart the vehicle X Try activating the DISTRONIC PLUS again later X Wait until the system is within the operating temperature range or the battery recovers The DIS...

Page 424: ...around the sensors in the front or the rear bumper is dirty X Clean the front and rear bumper Y page 406 The Park Assist is deactivated because the battery voltage is insufficient X Have the battery c...

Page 425: ...t is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Parking Guidance Currently Unavailabl e See Oper Manual The Advanced Parking Guidance is deactivated because the ar...

Page 426: ...the PRE SAFE Brake even though you have switched off the radar sensors on the vehicle X Check if switching on the radar sensors is permitted Y page 216 X Switch on the radar sensors using the instrume...

Page 427: ...he electronic parking brake Shift to P or N to Start Engine You have attempted to start the engine while the automatic transmission was in reverse gear R or drive position D X Shift the automatic tran...

Page 428: ...in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet and maintenance service indicator at the designated times mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Tires Disp...

Page 429: ...e inflation pressure due to a nearby radio interference source or insufficient power supply As soon as the causes of the malfunction have been rectified the Advanced TPMS becomes active again automati...

Page 430: ...derinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversel...

Page 431: ...See Oper Manual In addition the yellow ESC warning lamp the yellow ESC OFF warning lamp and the yellow ABS indicator lamp come on The brake system is still functioning normally but temporarily the AB...

Page 432: ...nd the message should disappear If the message does not disappear X Have the alternator and the battery checked Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident USA only J Canada...

Page 433: ...braking effect is reduced While driving X Release the handle for electronic parking brake While at a standstill X Switch off ignition and press handle for electronic parking brake until the warning me...

Page 434: ...If the warning message does not disappear X Shift the automatic transmission to park position P Y page 291 X Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using the collapsible wheel chock from t...

Page 435: ...warning lamp for the electronic parking brake comes on The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning or overheated for example due to overvoltage or undervoltage X Drive off carefully X Contact an au...

Page 436: ...nue driving with added caution X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible USA only J Canada only Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in t...

Page 437: ...See Oper Manual In addition the yellow ESC warning lamp and the yellow ESC OFF warning lamp come on The brake system is still functioning normally but without the BAS the BAS PLUS the ESC the hill sta...

Page 438: ...ivate in an accident X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center 6 Front Left SRS Malfunctio n Service Required Components of the driver s supplemental restraint system m...

Page 439: ...d Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident which could result in serious or fatal injury or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury Dr...

Page 440: ...cedes Benz Center as soon as possible Night View Assist Currently Unavailabl e The temperature of the Night View Assist camera is too high Y page 333 X Wait until the message Night View Assist Availab...

Page 441: ...d X Solutions The trunk is open X Close the trunk Y page 258 M You are driving with the hood open X Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to do so X Close the hood Y page 369 There...

Page 442: ...starter switch This message is only a reminder X Take the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle Take Your Key From Ignition You have forgotten to remove the SmartKey X Remove the SmartKey from th...

Page 443: ...nge the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle X If necessary remove the KEYLESS GO button from the starter switch Y page 263 X Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch Key Not Det...

Page 444: ...ly as soon as it is safe to do so X Turn off the engine immediately X Engage the parking brake X Only start the engine again after the message disappears You could otherwise damage the engine X Observ...

Page 445: ...it is intact Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty X Observe the coo...

Page 446: ...el Y page 369 and add engine oil as required Y page 371 X If you must add engine oil frequently have the engine checked for possible leaks 4 Check Engine Oil Level Add 1 quart USA only Check Engine Oi...

Page 447: ...siphoned or drained off Observe all legal requirements with respect to its disposal 4 Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only The engine oil level is too low There...

Page 448: ...This message will only appear if all LEDs have stopped working X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible b Check Left Fog Lamp or Check Right Fog Lamp The left or right front fo...

Page 449: ...e bulb is being used X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible b Check Left High Beam or Check Right High Beam The left or right high beam lamp is malfunctioning X Contact an au...

Page 450: ...s being used X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible b Please Switch Off Lights You have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch opened the driver s door and left the hea...

Page 451: ...er as soon as possible b Check Front Left Turn Signal or Check Front Right Turn Signal The left or right front turn signal lamp is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon a...

Page 452: ...ate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires...

Page 453: ...ructions increases the risk of an accident The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running The brake system still functions normally but due to insufficient power supply the ABS the...

Page 454: ...o follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident The yellow ESC warning lamp the yellow ESC OFF warning lamp and the yellow ABS indicator lamp come on while the engine is running and an a...

Page 455: ...it is safe to do so X Engage the electronic parking brake X Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display Y page 414 X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add br...

Page 456: ...ur seat belts X Fasten your seat belts The seat belt telltale goes out There are items placed on the front passenger seat and therefore the system senses the front passenger seat as being occupied X R...

Page 457: ...TDs could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an accident X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated...

Page 458: ...itched off The brake system is still functioning normally but without the systems specified above available X Read and observe additional messages that may appear in the multifunction display X Contin...

Page 459: ...n when the engine is running There may be a malfunction in Rthe fuel management system Rthe ignition system Rthe emission control system Rsystems which affect emissions Such malfunctions may result in...

Page 460: ...has been remedied the combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after a few minutes of driving G Warning Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked at least on...

Page 461: ...installation of incompatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or m...

Page 462: ...and follow corrective steps Y page 414 G Warning If the 42 indicator lamp does not illuminate or remains out with the weight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint or less on th...

Page 463: ...ollows X Open the passenger door X Close the driver s door and the trunk i If you cannot close the trunk with the remote trunk opening closing switch lower the trunk lid manually and close it with han...

Page 464: ...re 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 batterie...

Page 465: ...r headlamp adjustment G Warning The bulbs in the tail lamps cannot be replaced individually The tail lamp bulbs are under pressure and could explode during an attempt to replace them If the tail lamps...

Page 466: ...arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield Do not allow a wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted Mercedes Ben...

Page 467: ...uthorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted Do not switch off the ESC...

Page 468: ...cle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before working under the vehicle Alwa...

Page 469: ...g The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brackets Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take up bracket If you do not position the jack correctly...

Page 470: ...en the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack Wheel bolt must be used for light alloy rims Wheel bolt must be used for the Minispare wheel The wheel bolts...

Page 471: ...ice life Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals If you use your vehicle mostly for short distance trips you will need to have the battery charge checked more frequently When re...

Page 472: ...RLA batteries therefore do not have cell caps and the battery cover is non removable Do not attempt to open the battery as otherwise the battery will be damaged VRLA batteries do not require topping u...

Page 473: ...atteries while connecting or jump starting You might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately...

Page 474: ...system Such damage will not be covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty ROnly use jumper cables with sufficient cross section and insulated terminal clamps RAlways make sure the jumper cables are...

Page 475: ...towing methods the vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground or front axle raised except vehicles with 4MATIC only so far as necessary to have the vehicle moved to a safe location where the...

Page 476: ...g In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury use extreme caution when removing the rear cover because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot X Press mark on cover as indicated by the arrow X L...

Page 477: ...parking brake X Switch on the hazard warning flasher Y page 278 Keep in mind that it is important to have the ignition switched on Removing the SmartKey from the starter switch or opening a front doo...

Page 478: ...or systems Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Switch off the vehicle s internal electrical functions when you are working on the fuses A blown fuse must be re...

Page 479: ...in the cover is not damaged during opening or closing Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse boxes are located in the engine compartment on the driver s and passenger side X Open the hood Fuse box o...

Page 480: ...ration X Close the hood after checking or replacing fuses Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described Y page 290 you may use the following emergency procedure X Take the...

Page 481: ...CL 550 4MATIC 216 386 483 Vehicle specification CL 600 216 376 483 Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG 216 377 484 Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG 216 379 485 Rims and tires 486 Fuels coolants lubricants...

Page 482: ...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 483: ...each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle Rear center armrest X Fold down the rear center armrest...

Page 484: ...ol information label includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards i When ordering parts please specify vehicle identification and engine number 482 Identification labe...

Page 485: ...V 95 Ah Electrical system CL 550 4MATIC Spark plugs type NGK PLKR 7A Bosch Y 7 MPP33 Spark plugs electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm Spark plugs tightening torque 15 18 lb ft 20 25 Nm Main dimensions CL 550...

Page 486: ...199 7 in 5071 mm Overall vehicle width39 84 2 in 2139 mm Overall vehicle height 55 9 in 1419 mm Wheelbase 116 3 in 2955 mm Track front 63 0 in 1601 mm Track rear 63 3 in 1607 mm Turning circle 38 1 f...

Page 487: ...ing circle 38 1 ft 11 6 m Weights CL 63 AMG Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG 216 379 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz...

Page 488: ...your vehicle such as the ABS or the ESC Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes Benz can be identified by finding the following on the tire s sidewall RMO Merce...

Page 489: ...e keep in mind that the vehicle must be equipped Rwith wheels of identical dimensions on each axle left and right Rwith tires of identical characteristics all around i e summer tires winter tires or a...

Page 490: ...tires48 52 255 40 R19 100V XL Extra Load M S CL 550 4MATIC AMG Sport Package 19 wheels AMG rims light alloy Wheel offset 8 5 J x 19 H2 1 69 in 43 mm All season tires48 255 40 R19 100V XL Extra Load M...

Page 491: ...S Rear axle Rims light alloy Wheel offset 9 5 J x 19 H2 1 69 in 43 mm All season tires54 55 275 40 R19 101V M S CL 63 AMG CL 63 AMG Performance Package CL 65 AMG 20 wheels Front axle AMG rims light a...

Page 492: ...st match Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes Benz For information on tested and approved products contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or visit www mbusa com USA only G W...

Page 493: ...on Texaco PSF 9109 CL 600 CL 65 AMG approx 1 3 US qt 1 2 l Brake system All models 0 63 US qt 0 6 l MB Brake Fluid DOT 4 Cooling system CL 550 4MATIC approx 12 7 US qt 12 0 l MB 325 0 Anticorrosion An...

Page 494: ...nce System or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Merce...

Page 495: ...s Benz is recommended Any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will provide you with additional information Premium unleaded gasoline G Warning Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It burns violently...

Page 496: ...e RPower loss In areas where carbon deposits may be encountered due to lack of availability of gasoline which contains these additives the use of Mercedes Benz approved additives is recommended Contac...

Page 497: ...e coolant level is low water and MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage Please make sure the mixture is in...

Page 498: ...nite and burn You could be seriously burned X Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit X Mix with water for temperatures above freezing point X Mix with commercially available premixed washer...

Page 499: ...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...

Page 500: ...Order no 6515 2315 13 Part no 216 584 78 81 Edition A 2010 2165847881Q 2165847881 216_AKB 3 90 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 8 1 2009 05 15T11 47 50 02 00 Seite 498...

Reviews: