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LIGHT SENSOR

With the electronic key removed and the driver’s door
open, a warning sounds and the message “SWITCH OFF
LIGHTS!” appears in the multifunction indicator if the
vehicle’s exterior lamps (except standing lamps) are not
switched off.

STEER. WHEEL ADJUST.

For locking the adjustable telescoping steering column,
see page 78.

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STEER. WHEEL ADJUST.

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Summary of Contents for CLK Coupe 55 AMG

Page 1: ...CLK Coup Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG...

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

Page 4: ...0 Trunk lid emergency release 41 Antitheft alarm system 42 Tow away alarm 44 Power seats front 45 Front head restraints 51 Rear head restraints 52 Backrest 54 Multicontour seat 55 Heated seats 56 Seat...

Page 5: ...g flasher switch 121 Automatic climate control 122 Display and controls 124 Basic setting automatic mode 124 Economy 125 Special settings 125 Rear window defroster 126 Air recirculation 127 Residual e...

Page 6: ...artment 211 Traveling abroad 211 Cruise control 212 Brake assist system BAS 215 Antilock brake system ABS 217 Electronic stability program ESP 219 What you should know at the gas station 223 Check reg...

Page 7: ...rogram 244 REMOVE KEY 244 WASHER FLUID 245 TELE AID 246 Practical hints First aid kit 248 Shelf below rear window 248 Stowing things in the vehicle 248 Fuses 249 Hood 251 Checking engine oil level 253...

Page 8: ...care of the vehicle 292 Power washer 293 Tar stains 293 Paintwork painted body components 293 Engine cleaning 294 Vehicle washing 294 Ornamental moldings 294 Headlamps taillamps turn signal lenses 294...

Page 9: ...f poly V belt drive 300 Technical data 301 Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities 305 Engine oils 307 Engine oil additives 307 Air conditioner refrigerant 307 Brake fluid 307 Premium unleaded gasoli...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Page 20: ...nd controls Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instruments and controls Instruments and controls 18 Center console 20 O...

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

Page 22: ...nstrument cluster see page 84 11 Voice recognition system switch see separate operating instructions 12 Steering lock with ignition starter switch see page 190 13 Center air outlets adjustable 14 Air...

Page 23: ...e 1 ESP control switch see page 221 2 Program mode selector switch see page 200 3 Switch for rear window sunshade see page 152 4 Airbag Off indicator lamp see page 232 5 Left power window switch see p...

Page 24: ...nts Car care Index Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting see page 151 2 Sliding pop up roof see page 149 3 Tele Aid emergency call system see page 180 4 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid telepho...

Page 25: ...54 Multicontour seat 55 Heated seats 56 Seat belts and integrated restraint system 58 Seat belts 58 Seat belt nonusage warning system 59 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system 65 Self test BabySmartT...

Page 26: ...play and controls 124 Basic setting automatic mode 124 Economy 125 Special settings 125 Rear window defroster 126 Air recirculation 127 Residual engine heat utilization 127 Dust filter 128 Audio and t...

Page 27: ...ical key The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two electronic main keys are a different color to help distinguish it 1 electronic reserve key without remote control functions plus rem...

Page 28: ...n using the mechanical key 2 for lock operations it can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control To do so move locking tab 3 to the right and slide the mechanical key 2 in direction of arrow...

Page 29: ...ks only in the driver s door trunk and storage compartment locks To use the mechanical key 2 remove it from its electronic reserve key 1 Note We recommend that you carry the electronic reserve key plu...

Page 30: ...locking system If the electronic key is inserted in the steering lock the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked Aim transmitter eye a...

Page 31: ...teries The vehicle doors trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control Opening and closing the windows and sliding pop up roof remotely can only be done with the i...

Page 32: ...ing system Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index 6 Infrared receiver in driver s door handle 7 Infrared receiver in passen...

Page 33: ...in locked see page 38 The presently active unlocking mode selective or global can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control see below for changing mode If within 40 seconds o...

Page 34: ...p will blink two times indicating the completed mode change Opening the trunk The trunk lid will swing open automatically You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance A minimum height cle...

Page 35: ...ose after approx 1 second To interrupt closing procedure release transmit button Note If the windows and sliding pop up roof cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit button of the rem...

Page 36: ...of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference th...

Page 37: ...door 4 Individual door from inside Push lock button down to lock Pull inside door handle to unlock Important The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system Wh...

Page 38: ...unk and fuel filler flap are unlocked Notes When opening a door the door window lowers slightly After closing the door the window closes again In case of a malfunction in the central locking system th...

Page 39: ...ol mode the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside Notes If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control the doors and trunk cannot be unlocked with the centra...

Page 40: ...t vehicle speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or less with the automatic central locking activated the door will again be autom...

Page 41: ...mechanical key Leave only the electronic main key less its mechanical key with the vehicle Notes The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system When unlocking...

Page 42: ...en the trunk lid turn mechanical key to position 1 hold and push to open If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened see page 287 Important Do not place mechanical key inside trunk since trunk is locked...

Page 43: ...e at standstill Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open Notes The trunk can also be opened by using the remote control Press button Th...

Page 44: ...unlock and the trunk lid opens Note The emergency release button 1 only unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing Important The emergency trunk lid release button 1 does not open the t...

Page 45: ...alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control by locking or unlocking the vehicle The antitheft alarm is armed within approx 10 seconds after locking the vehicle A blinking lamp 1...

Page 46: ...lly if the vehicle is unlocked with the electronic main key If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds an emergency call is initiated automatically See Tele Aid on page 180 Notes We recommend that...

Page 47: ...m system is switched off automatically if the vehicle is unlocked with the electronic main key If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds an emergency call is initiated automatically See Tele Aid...

Page 48: ...in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause seriou...

Page 49: ...properly operate controls Note Do not move the front passenger seat completely forward if objects are stored in the parcel net in the front passenger side footwell Items in the net may be damaged 3 Se...

Page 50: ...raise or lower them manually Only minor personal adjustments as described below should then be required For steering wheel adjustment see page 78 inside rear view mirror see page 79 exterior rear vie...

Page 51: ...view mirror positions may be programmed into memory After the seat head restraint and exterior rear view mirrors are positioned push memory button 6 release and within 3 seconds push position button 1...

Page 52: ...eleased Caution Do not operate the power seats using the memory button if the seat backrest is in an excessively reclined position Doing so could cause damage to front or rear seats First move the bac...

Page 53: ...r view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a...

Page 54: ...sh button 1 of the power adjustable head restraint up for approximately 5 seconds Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop Adjust head restraint to the desired position For positioning o...

Page 55: ...ead restraints backward with engine running Press symbol side of rocker switch to release the head restraints The head restraints will then fold backward for increased visibility Placing head restrain...

Page 56: ...ctical hints Car care Index Important For safety reasons always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied Keep area around head restraints clear of a...

Page 57: ...if the backrest of the sliding seat is pushed against an occupant or object The seat will slide forward stop and make 3 attempts sliding backward To halt the automatic process activate the power seat...

Page 58: ...until your legs are supported comfortably 2 Backrest bottom 3 Backrest center 4 Side bolster adjustment Adjust the side bolster to provide good lateral support The seat cushion movement and amount of...

Page 59: ...ormal seat heating mode One indicator lamp in the switch lights up 2 Rapid seat heating mode Both indicator lamps in the switch light up After approximately 5 minutes in the rapid seat heating mode th...

Page 60: ...n necessary The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time or if the battery charge is low When this occurs the indicator lamp in the switch...

Page 61: ...r safety and that of your passengers we strongly recommend their use Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatib...

Page 62: ...s The backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body Warning Failure to wear and properly fasten and positi...

Page 63: ...button Push latch plate 1 into buckle 2 until it clicks Do not twist the belt A twisted seat belt may cause injury To help avoid severe or fatal injuries the lap belt must be positioned as low as poss...

Page 64: ...r engaging it Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder it should not touch the neck For this purpose you can adjust the belt height Five...

Page 65: ...y other way than as described in this section as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat belts help reduce the...

Page 66: ...d not across the abdomen If the belt is positioned across your abdomen it could cause serious injuries in a crash Each seat belt should never be used for more than one person at a time Do not fasten a...

Page 67: ...cident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an a...

Page 68: ...comes on for approx 6 seconds and then extinguishes If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit the system is not functioning You must see an authorized Mercedes Benz Center befor...

Page 69: ...front passenger systems operate independently of each other Emergency tensioning retractor ETR The seat belts for the front seats are equipped with emergency tensioning retractors These tensioning re...

Page 70: ...ng Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Airbags 1 Driver airbag The driver airbag is located in the steering wheel hub 2 Front passenger airbag The passenger front airbag is locat...

Page 71: ...ed front passengers on the impacted side of the vehicle in side impacts exceeding its preset threshold Important The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp SRS in...

Page 72: ...rbags The driver and front passenger front airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts exceeding a preset threshold The front passenger airbag deploys only if the front passenger...

Page 73: ...sh Important Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal front airbags impacts or side side impact airbags impacts which exceed preset thresholds Only during these types of impacts if of...

Page 74: ...ealth nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this you may wish to get out of the...

Page 75: ...e rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand arm injury when the driver front airbag inflates Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat...

Page 76: ...dly in a side impact in order to do its job To help avoid the possibility of injury please follow these guidelines 1 occupants especially children should never place their bodies or lean their heads i...

Page 77: ...Keep area between airbags and occupants free of objects e g packages purses umbrellas etc An airbag system component within the steering wheel gets hot after the airbag has inflated Do not touch Impro...

Page 78: ...chorages refer to page 77 installation of infant and child restraint systems Important The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces Infants and...

Page 79: ...nts and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the chil...

Page 80: ...strap at each of the rear seating positions Prior to installing a tether strap remove cover 1 from anchorage ring 2 and store in a convenient place e g glove box To secure a tether strap to the ancho...

Page 81: ...instrument cluster goes out Important With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on It should go out when the engine is running If the indi...

Page 82: ...ges in light sensitivity With gear selector lever in position R or with the interior lamp switched on the mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Note The automatic antiglar...

Page 83: ...ivity With gear selector lever in position R or with the interior lamp switched on the driver s side mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Notes The exterior mirrors have...

Page 84: ...g mirror positions in memory The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in memory with the seat head restraint position and can be recalled when necessary see page 48 Warning In the case of an...

Page 85: ...o the vehicle With electronic key in steering lock position 2 and the exterior rear view mirror switch in the passenger side position the passenger side mirror will be turned downward when placing the...

Page 86: ...eering lock position 2 The vehicle must be stationary 2 Select passenger side mirror and adjust the mirror to view the curb 3 Press green memory button located in switch cluster for driver s seat see...

Page 87: ...84 Instrument cluster Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instrument cluster...

Page 88: ...uge with reserve and fuel cap placement warning lamp see page 230 5 Outside temperature indicator see page 88 6 Left turn signal indicator lamp see combination switch on page 119 7 ESP warning lamp se...

Page 89: ...ition see page 231 Fasten seat belts see page 232 Telescoping steering column not locked see page 232 SRS malfunction see page 230 Engine malfunction indicator lamp If the CHECK ENGINE malfunction ind...

Page 90: ...Switching on the exterior lamps Display illumination The display for temperature odometer multifunction indicator FSS indicator and clock is illuminated briefly when opening the driver s door The disp...

Page 91: ...a thermometer placed next to the sensor not by comparison to external displays e g bank signs etc Adaptation to ambient temperature takes place in steps and depends on the prevailing driving condition...

Page 92: ...s button or on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the trip odometer appears if it is not displayed See page 94 Press button J on the instrument cluster to reset trip odometer Tachometer...

Page 93: ...nction steering wheel multifunction display Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Multifunction steering wheel multifuncti...

Page 94: ...ction message memory see page 106 5 Individual settings see page 108 6 Trip computer see page 104 After start After reset Fuel tank content 7 Telephone if so equipped see page 98 Press the or button r...

Page 95: ...g look to position 1 or 2 Press button 3 for next system 4 for previous system 5 j for next display in system 6 k for previous display in system 7 to increase the volume 8 to decrease the volume 9 to...

Page 96: ...the next system Pressing the returns the display to the previous system You may call up additional displays in some systems by pressing the j or k button Note The displays in the multifunction display...

Page 97: ...indicator 1 Trip odometer and main odometer See page 89 for instructions on resetting the trip odometer 2 Vehicle speed 3 FSS Flexible service system see page 111 4 Engine oil level indicator see pag...

Page 98: ...requency 5 This only appears when MEMORY rather than FREQUENCY has been selected in the individual settings See page 108 The radio must be switched on Press the or button repeatedly until display 2 ap...

Page 99: ...e CD currently playing is displayed if you are using a CD changer 4 Track number The radio must be switched on The CD player must be switched on Press the or button repeatedly until display 2 appears...

Page 100: ...e switched on The cassette player must be switched on Press the or button repeatedly until display 2 appears Pressing the j button fast forwards on to the next track Pressing the k button rewinds the...

Page 101: ...one book 1 The telephone is switched off 2 The vehicle is currently outside the transmitter or receiver range 3 The telephone is ready for use 4 Name selected from the telephone book 5 Number for the...

Page 102: ...wnloaded See telephone operator s manual for details concerning downloading Pressing button j or k for longer than a second browses rapidly through the telephone book The name selected appears in the...

Page 103: ...the redial memory 3 Number in the redial memory redialing has commenced 4 Dialing is completed and the name stored in the telephone book is displayed or the number dialed will remain displayed if no n...

Page 104: ...s or backwards through the redial memory The number selected appears in the display Note Press the button if you do not wish to make a call The procedure is cancelled and display 1 appears Press the b...

Page 105: ...s and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Incoming call The telephone must be switched on 1 CALL you are being called Press the button to answer the ca...

Page 106: ...s switched off 2 The navigation system is switched on but no destination has been specified 3 The navigation system is switched on and destination guidance is active Press the or button repeatedly unt...

Page 107: ...after more than five hours of electronic key not being in steering lock position 2 2 AFTER RESET trip odometer records distance from first engine start until it is reset 3 Estimated driving range rema...

Page 108: ...ppears Important The reading in the display TANK CONTENT might be off by approximately 2 2 US qt 2 l Please refuel in time Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system Note The AFTER ST...

Page 109: ...re are no messages stored in the system 2 Number of messages stored in the system Press the or button repeatedly until the malfunction message memory 1 or 2 is displayed Press the j or k button if dis...

Page 110: ...ext malfunction message The malfunction message memory will be cleared when the electronic key is turned in the steering lock to position 1 or 2 Should any subsequent malfunctions occur they will be d...

Page 111: ...108 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Individual settings R 8...

Page 112: ...outside temperature display in the instrument cluster and in the automatic air conditioner display 6 DISPLAY VALUES IN the unit set is displayed in the trip and main odometer 7 TEXT sets the language...

Page 113: ...y or moving slowly The individual setting preliminary display 1 will appear if you speed up The setting menu previously called up will reappear when the vehicle stops or slows down providing no other...

Page 114: ...turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 2 or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold The symbols and messages indicate the type of service to be performed 9 Service...

Page 115: ...Press button j or k until the FSS indicator appears Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system Important The FSS indicator is not an engine oil level indicator See page 114 for engin...

Page 116: ...Press button j or k until the FSS indicator appears Press button J on the instrument cluster for approximately 2 seconds The multifunction display will show the question DO YOU WANT TO RESET SERVICE...

Page 117: ...s button or on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears See page 94 Press button j or k on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the MEASUREMENT CORRECT ONLY IF VEH LEVEL...

Page 118: ...e engine oil level check on time will be displayed if a proper oil level check cannot be performed The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short time Perform the engine oil level check with...

Page 119: ...switch pushed forward Standing lamps right turn left one stop Standing lamps left turn left two stops Front fog lamps pull out one stop with parking lamps and or low beam headlamps on Green indicator...

Page 120: ...lamps are automatically switched off when the exterior lamp switch is turned to position D Daytime running lamps Canada only When the engine is running and the selector lever is in a driving position...

Page 121: ...r display Practical hints Car care Index Headlamp cleaning system optional on model CLK 430 standard on model CLK 55 AMG The switch is located in the center console The headlamp washer can be activate...

Page 122: ...ls right 5 Turn signals left To signal minor directional changes such as changing lanes on a highway move combination switch to the point of resistance only and hold it there To operate the turn signa...

Page 123: ...er headlamp cleaning system 7 Windshield wiper 0 Wiper off I Intermittent wiping vehicles with rain sensor One initial wipe pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor monitorin...

Page 124: ...to snow switch off the wiper For safety reasons before removing ice or snow remove electronic key from steering lock Remove blockage Activate combination switch again electronic key in steering lock p...

Page 125: ...climate control Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Automatic climate control P83 40 2156 29 1 3 3 6 2 4 Mercedes Benz D...

Page 126: ...except when manually switched off The automatic climate control only operates with the engine running The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting The temperature select...

Page 127: ...mode f Raise temperature g Lower temperature P Defrost O Air recirculation F Rear window defroster b Air distribution manual S Economy mode Air volume manual T Residual engine heat utilization Basic...

Page 128: ...ain to return to previous setting Special settings use only for short duration Defogging windows Switch off O button Press left and right U buttons Press button b repeatedly until air is directed upwa...

Page 129: ...sly or the battery is only partially charged it is possible that the defroster will automatically turn itself off When this happens the indicator lamp inside the switch starts blinking As soon as the...

Page 130: ...s pressed If the windows should fog up from the inside switch from recirculated air back to fresh air At high outside temperatures the system automatically engages the recirculated air mode thereby in...

Page 131: ...he air distribution system Notes Do not obstruct the air flow by placing objects on the air flow through exhaust slots below the rear window Also keep the air intake grille in front of windshield free...

Page 132: ...ident system settings should be entered with the vehicle at standstill and systems should be operated by the driver only when traffic conditions permit Always pay full attention to traffic conditions...

Page 133: ...35 138 and 142 4 Radio mode selector see page 135 5 Tune see page 135 and 136 Fast forward reverse see page 139 and 142 6 CD mode selector see page 141 7 Display panel The cassette slot is located beh...

Page 134: ...olby see page 139 CD random repeat see page 143 11 Tape mode selector see page 137 Anti theft system If the power supply to the radio has been interrupted CODE will appear on the display when it is ne...

Page 135: ...reappear on the display The correct code must be entered once again If an incorrect code is entered three times WAIT will appear on the display and the radio will be locked out for about 10 minutes No...

Page 136: ...after one hour to conserve vehicle battery power Adjusting the volume Turn the control knob turning the knob clockwise will increase the volume counterclockwise will decrease the volume Audio function...

Page 137: ...s or the F key to move the sound to the front speakers Balance Press the AUD key repeatedly until BALANCE appears in the display Press the L key to move the sound to the left speaker or the R key to m...

Page 138: ...ss either the or button Step by step tuning in ascending or descending order of frequency will take place The first three tuning steps will take place without muting The radio will then be muted and h...

Page 139: ...ypad The 0 button corresponds to location 10 Weatherband WB channels 1 to 7 can be retrieved via the alpha numeric keypad and are preset at the factory Storing stations Hold the number button down for...

Page 140: ...ly on the radio display face Return the display panel to its normal position by folding it back up and pressing gently on the display frame to lock in place When playing mono recorded tapes e g books...

Page 141: ...hed off Important If the display is in the down position for more than 20 seconds 2 successive beeps will be heard This will continue at 5 second intervals until the display is returned to its normal...

Page 142: ...beginning of the tape and play will begin Scanning Press the SC key Each track on the cassette will be played for 8 seconds in ascending order Note The beginning of a track can only be located if the...

Page 143: ...re driving over rough roads Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during playback Avoid fingerprints and dust on CDs Do not write on the CDs or apply any label to the CDs Clean CDs from time to...

Page 144: ...e will be ejected Remove the magazine Pull out the CD tray until its stop is reached and place the CDs in the recess of the tray label side up Push the tray into the magazine in the direction shown by...

Page 145: ...en playing for less than ten seconds it will revert to the preceding track To skip several tracks the respective button must be pressed until the desired track is reached If the beginning or end of th...

Page 146: ...ected Press the RDM key to switch on and press RDM again to switch off When the repeat function RPT has been selected a particular track can be played for as many times as desired Press the RPT key to...

Page 147: ...he phone s keypad 1 Optional equipment Entering telephone number and starting dialing process Enter the desired telephone number using the alpha numeric keypad The number can have up to 32 digits but...

Page 148: ...book entries by number Press the NUM key The current number is shown on the display The stored entries can be selected in numerical order using the or button By pressing the or buttons the stored ent...

Page 149: ...matically to telephone when an incoming call is received The audio source is muted the ringing tone is heard and the message CALL appears After the call has been terminated the previously selected aud...

Page 150: ...n desired position P54 25 2031 26 Warning When closing the windows be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure The closing procedure can be immediately reversed by...

Page 151: ...t will stop but not open slightly Note The power windows can also be closed with the infrared remote control while locking the vehicle doors or trunk see page 32 Synchronizing power windows If the pow...

Page 152: ...d when the exterior lamps are switched on except standing lamps Notes The sliding pop up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur see page 286 The sliding pop up ro...

Page 153: ...ast resistance point and release the sliding pop up roof slides open automatically To interrupt procedure briefly move switch in any direction Synchronizing sliding pop up roof If the power supply was...

Page 154: ...er there will be no soft fade delay when the electronic key is in steering lock position 2 Press again and interior lamps remain switched off even when centrally unlocking or opening a door 2 Press to...

Page 155: ...tch is located on the center console Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 1 Hold to raise 2 Hold to lower Always raise the sunshade fully for its support against the window frame Su...

Page 156: ...and cup holder Warning Do not use the vanity mirror while driving Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing things Put luggage or cargo in...

Page 157: ...e The glove box can be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key See page 25 for instructions on how to remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key e g for valet parking service Storage c...

Page 158: ...ose cover 6 Notes The right claw is adjustable to accommodate most container sizes An additional second smaller size container can be placed in the cup holder Spilling liquids e g soda or coffee could...

Page 159: ...care Index Cup holder in rear bench armrest Briefly press drawer 1 and pull out to its detent Caution Keep cup holders closed while traveling Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to pre...

Page 160: ...the ashtray insert move the gear selector lever to position N To remove ashtray Push sliding knob 1 toward the right to eject the insert To install ashtray Install insert into ashtray frame and push...

Page 161: ...nical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Rear seats To remove ashtray Push cover 2 down and pull out insert 3 To install ashtray...

Page 162: ...ally when hot The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W Warning Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they are extremely hot hold at kno...

Page 163: ...dex Enlarged cargo area split folding rear seat backrest 1 Locking handle left backrest 2 Locking handle right backrest 3 Pass through The two sections can be folded down separately to enlarge the car...

Page 164: ...ull backrest up until it locks in its upright position Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest Note To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk always lock backres...

Page 165: ...e depend greatly on the load distribution It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustrations shown with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle Alw...

Page 166: ...icle and can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing thin...

Page 167: ...ust always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a telephone call If you c...

Page 168: ...ar telephone For further information and installation contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving a vehicl...

Page 169: ...es Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener If you should experience difficulties with programming the transmitter contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center...

Page 170: ...d of the hand held transmitter of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 inches 5 cm to 12 cm away from the surface of the integrated remote control located on the inside rear view mirror k...

Page 171: ...which activated the training light Note Following step 2 there are 30 seconds to initiate step 3 3 Firmly press and release the programmed integrated remote control transmit button Press and release s...

Page 172: ...appropriate button to activate the remote controlled device The integrated remote control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed up to 20 seconds Erasing the remote...

Page 173: ...own 3 Pull ski sack into passenger compartment and unfold 4 Swing flap 3 in trunk up a magnet will hold flap in its top position 5 Slide skis into ski sack 2 1 P91 10 2056 26 Warning The ski sack is d...

Page 174: ...ster display Practical hints Car care Index 6 Wrap strap around ski sack and armrest 4 7 Close clasp arrow up and pull strap 5 tight arrow down to immobilize skis 8 Connect snap hook 6 of front strap...

Page 175: ...en clasp by pressing tabs arrows together and unload skis 2 Close flap in trunk 3 Disconnect snap hook from eye located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench 4 Fold and flatten ski sack lengthw...

Page 176: ...ata Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index 7 Place rear strap in fold of ski sack 8 Place folded ski sack inside recess of backrest P91 10...

Page 177: ...For removal of ski sack we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Note To prevent unauthorized persons from obtaining access to the trunk always close the pass through P91 10 2...

Page 178: ...ng off the engine 192 Automatic transmission 193 Parking brake 202 Driving instructions 203 Drive sensibly save fuel 203 Drinking and driving 203 Pedals 203 Power assistance 204 Brakes 204 Driving off...

Page 179: ...on instructions regarding use of an external antenna Warning Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle Only operate the COMAND Cockpit Management and Data System ra...

Page 180: ...We recommend that you select positions 3 2 or 1 only at moderate speeds for hill driving After 1 000 miles 1 500 km speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum Maintenance Approximat...

Page 181: ...ing our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet Caution To prevent damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable...

Page 182: ...ed center technicians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes Benz servicing requirements For detail...

Page 183: ...he Tele Aid system is operational providing that the vehicle s battery is charged properly connected not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can be...

Page 184: ...view mirror labeled SOS then pressing the button for longer than 2 seconds located under the cover See below for instructions on initiating an emergency call manually Once the emergency call is in pro...

Page 185: ...ter Note Location of the vehicle on a map is possible if the vehicle is able to receive signals from the GPS satellite network and pass the information on to the response center Warning If the indicat...

Page 186: ...ction to the Response Center Close the cover 1 after the emergency call is concluded P82 95 0209 20 Warning If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the vehicle e g smoke or fire in the vehicle vehi...

Page 187: ...ge TELE AID ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CALL ACTIVE appears in the multifunction display The nature of the need for assistance can then be described The Mercedes Benz Roadside assistance dispatcher will eithe...

Page 188: ...will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number model color and location subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals A voice connection between the Client Assistance Center re...

Page 189: ...the Response Center at 1 800 756 9018 in the USA or 1 888 923 8367 in Canada as soon as possible Upgrade Signals Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority Automatic emergency First...

Page 190: ...tance Center representative except Roadside Assistance and Information calls which can also be terminated by pressing button on the multifunction steering wheel When a Tele Aid call has been initiated...

Page 191: ...multifunction display As an alternative you may unlock the vehicle via Internet using the ID and password sent to you shortly after the completion of your Acquaintance Call The Response Center will th...

Page 192: ...he COMAND system then select SEND NEW REQUEST FOR INFO SERVICE NEW INFO SERVICE REQUEST TRANSMITTED will appear in the COMAND display and call status messages will appear in the multifunction display...

Page 193: ...th the electronic key in steering lock position 0 the selector lever is locked in position P 1 Steering is unlocked If necessary move steering wheel slightly to allow the electronic key to be turned c...

Page 194: ...ition 0 Notes A warning sounds when the driver s door is opened while the electronic key is in steering lock position 1 or 0 With the engine at idle speed the charging rate of the alternator output is...

Page 195: ...run and the starting procedure stops turn electronic key completely to the left and repeat starting the engine After several unsuccessful attempts have the system checked at the nearest authorized Me...

Page 196: ...ears automatically dependent upon Selector lever position Program mode selector Accelerator position Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is continuously adapted dependent on the driving style the...

Page 197: ...osition from N or P wait a moment to allow the gear to fully engage before accelerating especially when the engine is cold Accelerator position Partial throttle early upshifting normal acceleration Fu...

Page 198: ...rnately shift from forward to reverse while applying slight partial throttle Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to come on Turn off a...

Page 199: ...ly with the vehicle stopped The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always use the parking brake in addition to placing the selector l...

Page 200: ...hifts through 5th gear Position D provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions Gear selection for special circumstances The transmission gear ranges for special circu...

Page 201: ...e delayed upshift is effective with vehicle speeds below 31 mph 50 km h at partial throttle and engine temperatures below 95 F 35 C To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved to...

Page 202: ...e the transmission does not shift higher than 3rd gear this gear selection will allow use of the engine s braking power downhill Upshift through 2nd gear only For driving in mountainous regions or und...

Page 203: ...continuously rather than depressing the accelerator pedal in the usual manner will cause the automatic transmission to shift down into a lower gear This gear shifting process is dependent on the curr...

Page 204: ...leration worsens or the transmission no longer shifts the transmission is most likely operating in Limp home mode which engages when there is a malfunction of the transmission This condition may be ac...

Page 205: ...ease the parking brake pull handle on instrument panel The brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should go out A warning sounds if you start to drive without having released the parking brake A...

Page 206: ...e work performed at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather in stop and go traffic on short trips and in hilly country Dri...

Page 207: ...ine is not running the brake and steering systems are without power assistance Under these circumstances a much greater effort is necessary to stop or steer the vehicle Warning After driving in heavy...

Page 208: ...temperature has been reached When starting off on a slippery surface do not allow one drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the ESP switched off Doing so may cause serious damage to the dri...

Page 209: ...eel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive wit...

Page 210: ...attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point We recommend M S rated radial ply tires for the winter season for all four wheels to insure no...

Page 211: ...y equipped with Z rated tires which are permissible for speeds over 148 mph 240 km h An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 156 mph 250 km h Despite the tire ratin...

Page 212: ...r such conditions When the vehicle is in danger of skidding move selector lever to position N Try to keep the vehicle under control by corrective steering action Road salts and chemicals can adversely...

Page 213: ...ttery helps to ensure that the engine can be started even at low ambient temperatures Tires We recommend M S rated radial ply tires on all four wheels for the winter season Observe permissible maximum...

Page 214: ...ad Mercedes Benz service network at your disposal If you plan to travel into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes Benz Center directory you should request pertinent information fro...

Page 215: ...erate and set Depress lever briefly to set speed Hold lever down to decelerate Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator Speed is set by briefly pushing the lever t...

Page 216: ...40 km h the vehicle resumes the speed which was set prior to the cancellation of the cruise control The last memorized speed is canceled when the electronic key in the steering lock is turned to posi...

Page 217: ...control may be exceeded In this case the automatic transmission shifts down max to 3rd gear to maintain the set cruise control speed by using the engine s braking power As soon as the grade eases the...

Page 218: ...ou must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated The malfunction indicator lamp for t...

Page 219: ...As a result it is possible that now only partial engine output will be available If the BAS malfunctions the brake system functions in the usual manner but without BAS If the charging voltage falls be...

Page 220: ...ake pedal while experiencing the pulsation Continuous steady brake pedal pressure results in applying the advantages of the ABS namely braking power and ability to steer the vehicle In the case of an...

Page 221: ...tor lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the ABS is operational If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp s...

Page 222: ...While driving ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions Do not switch off the ESP Caution If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised see towing...

Page 223: ...cedes Benz Center as soon as possible For ESP warning message see page 244 With the ABS malfunctioning the ESP is also switched off Driving the vehicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to...

Page 224: ...The ESP warning lamp v located in the speedometer dial is continuously illuminated With the ESP system switched off the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled Therefore the enhanced vehicle sta...

Page 225: ...t any vehicle speed as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin To return to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP press lower half of the switch the ESP warning lamp in th...

Page 226: ...r nozzle unit cuts out do not top up or overfill Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the CHECK ENGINE lamp to illuminate Fuel tank capacity approx 16 4 US gal 62 0 l This includ...

Page 227: ...ifreeze see page 305 Spark plugs Approved spark plugs see page 303 Tire pressure For tire pressure refer to tire pressure label inside the fuel filler flap See page 267 for further details Air conditi...

Page 228: ...l level checking on page 114 and page 253 2 Coolant level See Coolant level on page 254 3 Brake fluid See Brake fluid on page 307 4 Windshield washer system Headlamp cleaning system For refilling rese...

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Page 230: ...lamp 231 ABS malfunction indicator lamp 231 Telescoping steering column indicator lamp 232 Seat belt warning lamp 232 Malfunction and indicator lamps in the center console 232 AIRBAG OFF indicator lam...

Page 231: ...continuously and or the vehicle is not driving normally e g malfunction of the fuel management system or running out of fuel serious damage can occur to the emission system Please contact your authori...

Page 232: ...leased or the parking brake is set engine running Note If you find that the minimum mark on the brake fluid reservoir is reached have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks BRAKE W...

Page 233: ...or if it comes on while driving it indicates that the fuel level is down to the reserve quantity of approximately 2 1 gal 8 liters The warning lamp blinks when the fuel cap is not closed or a fuel sy...

Page 234: ...19 for notes on the electronic stability program ESP ABS malfunction indicator lamp The ABS malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on with the electronic key in steering lock posit...

Page 235: ...column see page 78 Seat belt warning lamp With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the seat belt warning lamp comes on and a warning sounds for approx 6 seconds if the driver s seat belt is...

Page 236: ...ion steering wheel They are then stored in the malfunction message memory See page 106 Notes Certain malfunction and warning messages are accompanied by an audible signal Malfunction and warning messa...

Page 237: ...s displayed to indicate that the information being relayed by the engine control unit is no longer complete The coolant temperature gauge tachometer or the cruise control may have failed DISPLAY DEFEC...

Page 238: ...n Should this condition occur the poly V belt must be replaced before continuing to operate the vehicle Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage t...

Page 239: ...sual manner but without antilock assistance With the ABS malfunctioning the BAS and ESP are also switched off Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible BRAKE...

Page 240: ...ed at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible BRAKE FLUID Line 1 Line 2 BRAKE LINING WEAR VISIT WORKSHOP Line 1 Line 2 BRAKE FLUID VISIT WORKSHOP Warning Driving with this message dis...

Page 241: ...nstrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index PARKING BRAKE Parking brake see page 202 ENGINE FAN 1 The cooling fan for the coolant is faulty Observe coolant temperature gauge while driving...

Page 242: ...red Extended driving with the symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty In cases of major or frequent minor coolant loss have the cooling syste...

Page 243: ...e that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty During severe operating conditions and stop and go city traffic the coolant temperature may rise close to the red marking The engine should...

Page 244: ...beam headlamp See page 275 for instructions on replacing bulbs If an exterior lamp fails the message will appear only when that lamp is switched on If a brake lamp fails the message will appear when...

Page 245: ...IGHT SENSOR With the electronic key removed and the driver s door open a warning sounds and the message SWITCH OFF LIGHTS appears in the multifunction indicator if the vehicle s exterior lamps except...

Page 246: ...here is water in the engine oil Have the engine oil checked When the ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK LEVEL message appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature the engine oil level has drop...

Page 247: ...al will require greater effort Only partial engine output will be available 2 This message may be displayed if the power supply was interrupted battery disconnected or empty 3 Synchronize ESP See page...

Page 248: ...l volume The reservoir should be refilled with the prescribed mixture of MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water or the Concentrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent a...

Page 249: ...sage appears a malfunction has been detected in the Tele Aid system In some cases it may not be possible to initiate an Emergency Roadside Assistance or Information call See page 180 for notes on the...

Page 250: ...sher fluid mixing ratio 256 Spare wheel vehicle tools storage compartment 257 Vehicle jack 258 Wheels 259 Tire replacement 259 Rotating wheels 260 Spare wheel 261 Changing wheels 262 Tire inflation pr...

Page 251: ...rning The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects This will avoid such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident or sudden maneuver The...

Page 252: ...color of fuse A special fuse puller is supplied with the vehicle tools Always use a new fuse for replacement Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse A fuse chart can be found inside the corresp...

Page 253: ...y Practical hints Car care Index Auxiliary fuse box below the trunk floor 2 Auxiliary fuse box below the trunk floor To gain access lift trunk floor Auxiliary fuse box in the dashboard 3 Auxiliary fus...

Page 254: ...estart after the engine has been turned off Stay clear from fan blades The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components...

Page 255: ...t the hood up slightly Caution To avoid damage to the windshield wiper or hood open the hood only with wiper in the parked position Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radiator grill and open hood do not...

Page 256: ...oil level Fully insert dipstick in tube and remove after three seconds to obtain accurate reading Oil level must be between the lower min and upper max mark of the dipstick Fill quantity between uppe...

Page 257: ...nsmission fluid level checks and changes are not required For this reason the dipstick is omitted If you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting malfunctions have your authorized Mercedes Benz Center chec...

Page 258: ...reme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gauge indicates that the coolant is overheated Do not remove...

Page 259: ...solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water 1 part S to 100 part...

Page 260: ...ent 1 Trunk floor 2 Handle 3 Luggage bowl 4 Vehicle tools Lift trunk floor and engage handle in upper edge of the trunk To remove spare tire Turn luggage bowl counterclockwise and remove To store spar...

Page 261: ...either side of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet...

Page 262: ...lacement Front tires should be replaced in sets Rims and tires must be of the correct size and type For dimensions see Technical Data We recommend that you break in new tires for approx 60 miles 100 k...

Page 263: ...rties deteriorate Important Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement Notes Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheel...

Page 264: ...placed as appropriate Do not operate vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted If the arrow on tire side wall does not point in direction of vehicle forward movement when using the spare wheel ob...

Page 265: ...the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed Warning The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle To help av...

Page 266: ...ex 4 Using the wrench loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts 5 Remove the protective cover from the jack support tube opening by inserting the screwdriver supplied in the tool kit in the opening...

Page 267: ...s always vertical plumb line as seen from the side see arrow even if the vehicle is parked on an incline 7 Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the ground Never start engine while vehicle i...

Page 268: ...inst hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt Unscrew the alignment bolt 1 to install the last wheel bolt 11 Lower vehicle Remove jack and insert jack tube cover 12 Using the wrench tig...

Page 269: ...ff This could cause an accident Be sure to use the correct mounting bolts Warning The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only Use for over a total of 12 000 miles 20 000 km aggregate of all uses may...

Page 270: ...i 0 2 bar Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort Increased inflation pressures for heavy loads produce favorable handling characteristics with lighter l...

Page 271: ...tires Overinflating tires can result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Follow recommended inflation pressures Do not o...

Page 272: ...and its filler caps must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation During removal and installation always protect the disconnected battery positive terminal with the cover attache...

Page 273: ...starting with more powerful battery could damage the vehicle s electrical systems which will not be covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The battery is located in the trunk under the trunk fl...

Page 274: ...parts 4 Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the grounded negative terminal of the charged battery and the final connection to the negative terminal 2 of the discharged battery Important 5 Star...

Page 275: ...automatic central locking see page 37 The rear towing eye is located at the right below the bumper The front towing eye is located on the passenger side behind the grille in the bumper panel Grille r...

Page 276: ...e radiator and supports Use wheel lift dolly or flat bed equipment with electronic key in steering lock turned to position 0 Note To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning flasher in use t...

Page 277: ...ion selector lever can be manually unlocked e g to tow the vehicle To do so insert a pin 1 e g ball point pen into the covered opening below the position D of the shift pattern While pushing the pin d...

Page 278: ...ing a bulb When replacing bulbs install only 12 volt bulbs with the specified watt rating When replacing halogen bulbs do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands Use plain paper or a clean clo...

Page 279: ...ertical adjustment screw 2 Cover for low beam headlamp 3 Cover for high beam headlamp parking and standing lamp Headlamp assembly Xenon 4 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp 5 Electrical connector for lo...

Page 280: ...t bulb socket 4 counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket Reinstall lamp assembly...

Page 281: ...W 24 cp bulb 2 Stop tail parking and side marker lamp 21 4 W bulb 3 Tail and parking lamp 5 W 4 cp bulb 4 Driver s side Rear fog lamp 21 W 32 cp bulb 5 Backup lamp 21 W 32 cp bulb Twist bulb socket co...

Page 282: ...4 cp bulb Carefully slide lamp towards front arrow and remove back and first Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket...

Page 283: ...uipped with LEDs Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center if a fault or defect occurs Adjusting headlamp aim Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important To check and readju...

Page 284: ...s a check the distance between centerlines should be 49 1 4 inches 1250 mm If the distance does not check have the system verified at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 3 Low beams off Measure the ver...

Page 285: ...se to adjust headlamp downward clockwise upward until the headlamps illuminate the test screen as shown The vertex of the angle formed in each beam image should align with the vertical and horizontal...

Page 286: ...Lamp for battery check and function control Checking batteries If one of the transmit buttons 1 is pressed the battery check lamp 2 lights up briefly indicating that the batteries are in order Change...

Page 287: ...do not use mechanical key as lever to release battery compartment Remove mechanical key from side opening Carefully remove battery compartment in direction of arrow 6 Change batteries 7 inserting new...

Page 288: ...roperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal For disposal please follow manufacturer s recommendation on battery package Replacement Battery Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent Sy...

Page 289: ...malfunction occur The sliding pop up roof drive is located behind the lens of the left interior lamp between the sun visors 1 Pry off lens 1 by using a screw driver 2 Remove cover 2 3 Obtain crank 3...

Page 290: ...release knob while simultaneously opening the fuel filler flap Replacing wiper blade insert For safety reasons remove electronic key from steering lock before replacing the wiper blade otherwise the m...

Page 291: ...blade downward 2 and remove Place wiper blade on firm support Press down both tabs and slide direction of arrow the wiper blade insert out of the retainer claws Installation Slide direction of arrow...

Page 292: ...y pulling out the plunger in the switch arrow This prevents the vehicle battery from being discharged When the trunk lid is closed the switch will reset and turn on the lamp next time the lid is opene...

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Page 294: ...293 Paintwork painted body components 293 Engine cleaning 294 Vehicle washing 294 Ornamental moldings 294 Headlamps taillamps turn signal lenses 294 Window cleaning 295 Wiper blade 295 Light alloy wh...

Page 295: ...er damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent the start of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the vehicle A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing o...

Page 296: ...Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires The intense jet of water can result in damage to the tire Always replace a damaged tire Always keep the jet of water moving across the surface Do not aim d...

Page 297: ...s Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water Direct only a very weak spray towards the ventilation intake Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge and...

Page 298: ...ering lock before cleaning the wiper blade otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury Light alloy wheels Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of t...

Page 299: ...with soft bristle brush or use a dry shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring e g when wet etc...

Page 300: ...parts service 298 Warranty coverage 298 Identification labels 299 Layout of poly V belt drive 300 Technical data 301 Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities 305 Engine oils 307 Engine oil additives...

Page 301: ...s and accessories not authorized by Mercedes Benz could damage the vehicle or compromise its durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in...

Page 302: ...peration Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Identification labels 1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number VIN When ordering spare parts please specify vehi...

Page 303: ...of windshield 4 Engine number 5 Body number and paintwork number 6 Emission control label 7 Information label California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system Layout of poly V belt...

Page 304: ...3 60 in 92 00 mm Total piston displacement 260 3 cu in 4265 cm3 322 0 cu in 5439 cm3 Compression ratio 10 1 10 5 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 275 hp 5750 rpm 205 kW 5750 rpm 342 hp 5500 rpm 255 kW 5500...

Page 305: ...CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG Rims front axle AMG light alloy Wheel offset 71 2 J x 17 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm 71 2 J x 17 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm Rims rear axle AMG light alloy Wheel offset 81 2 J x 17 H 2 1 18 in 30 mm 8...

Page 306: ...x 16 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm 71 2 J x 17 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm Winter tires Radial ply tires 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 225 45 R 17 91 W M S Model CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG Generator alternator 14 V 150 A 14 V 150 A Starter...

Page 307: ...tag Model CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG Overall vehicle length 179 8 in 4567 mm 179 8 in 4567 mm Overall vehicle width 67 8 in 1722 mm 67 8 in 1722 mm Overall height 54 6 in 1386 mm 54 6 in 1386 mm Wheel base 1...

Page 308: ...smission 9 6 US qt 9 1 l Automatic transmission fluid Rear axle 1 4 US qt 1 3 l Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 85 W 90 Power steering approx 1 1 US qt 1 0 l MB Power steering fluid Front wheel hubs approx 2 1...

Page 309: ...uster display Practical hints Car care Index Fuel tank including a reserve of approx 16 4 US gal 62 0 l approx 2 1 US gal 8 0 l Premium unleaded gasoline Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Air cond...

Page 310: ...e or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Air conditioner refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used...

Page 311: ...of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain Fuel requirements Use only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439 The octane number poste...

Page 312: ...el quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze which provides...

Page 313: ...orrosion antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts The use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion antifreeze coolant used in such engines be...

Page 314: ...tion width For example All passenger vehicle tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate...

Page 315: ...ustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performa...

Page 316: ...em 42 44 Anticorrosion antifreeze 210 255 305 309 Antiglare night position 79 Antilock brake system ABS 217 Malfunction indicator lamp 231 Antitheft alarm system 42 Aquaplaning 207 Ashtray Center cons...

Page 317: ...ly unlocking 274 B BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system 65 Self test 65 Backrest front seat 54 BAS Brake assist system 215 Malfunction indicator lamp 231 Battery 268 Battery recycling 269 BATTERY AL...

Page 318: ...el indicator 114 Via oil dipstick 253 Child restraint 50 58 64 75 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 292 COMAND radio and telephone 176 Combination switch 119 Consumer information 311 Control and operat...

Page 319: ...tensioning retractor ETR 66 Emergency trunk lid release button 41 Emergency unlocking in case of accident 37 Emission control 179 Emission control label 300 Engine compartment 251 ENGINE FAN malfunct...

Page 320: ...ng lamps 116 277 Taillamp assemblies 278 Turn signal lamp 119 277 F First aid kit 248 Flexible service system FSS 111 Fuel Gasoline additives 309 Premium unleaded gasoline 223 306 308 Fuel cap placeme...

Page 321: ...n 77 Information call See Tele Aid 180 Instrument cluster 84 Activating 87 Indicator lamps 86 Instrument lamps 87 Instruments and controls 18 Interior General notes 153 Interior lighting 151 J Jump st...

Page 322: ...olant level 239 COOLANT TEMP coolant temperature 240 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE engine control unit 234 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE several systems 234 ELEC STABIL PROGR 244 ENGINE FAN 238 ENGINE OIL LEVEL 243 LIGHT SEN...

Page 323: ...Parking brake 157 192 202 205 229 262 PARKING BRAKE malfunction and warning messages 238 Power assistance 204 Power seats front 45 Backrest 54 Power windows 147 Express opening 148 Opening and closin...

Page 324: ...aint system SRS 58 Service indicator See flexible service system FSS 111 Setting the audio volume 110 Shelf below rear window 248 Side marker lamp 279 Ski sack 170 Sliding pop up roof 149 Emergency op...

Page 325: ...ide Assistance 184 TELE AID malfunction and warning messages 246 Telephone 98 General notes 164 Incoming call 102 Redialing 100 Telephone book 98 Telephones and two way radios 176 Telescoping steering...

Page 326: ...s 119 V Vanity mirrors 153 Vehicle jack 258 Vehicle tools 257 W Warranty coverage 298 WASHER FLUID headlamp cleaning system malfunction and warning messages 245 Washing the vehicle 294 What you should...

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Page 328: ...We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator s Manual Reprinting translation and copying even of excerpts is not permitte...

Page 329: ...Order No 6515 1251 13 Part No 208 584 86 83 USA Edition B 2001...

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