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S-Class

SL-Class

SLK-Class

Check the following fluid levels,

correct if necessary

If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order

Engine cooling system, antifreeze
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)

Check coolant level

Brake system

Power steering

Windshield washer system

Active Body Control (if applicable)

Differential lock mechanism fluid
reservoir

Transfer case

Front axle

Rear axle

Function check

Check parking brake (function test
only)

Audible warning system (Electric-
hydraulic brake system)

Check Electric-hydraulic brake
system hydraulic unit

Differential/transfer case lock
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)

Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years

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Maintenance Booklet

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Warning!

Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as

the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying

out any maintenance work.

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Summary of Contents for CLS-Class

Page 1: ...Maintenance Booklet...

Page 2: ...SERVICED BY YOUR AUTHORIZED MERCEDES BENZ CENTER WHO IS FULLY EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE THIS SERVICE AND THAT GENUINE MERCEDES BENZ PARTS BE USED SERVICE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE EMISSION CONTROL DEVIC...

Page 3: ...ice at 40 000 miles or 4 years 24 Service at 50 000 miles or 5 years 30 Service at 60 000 miles or 6 years 34 Service at 70 000 miles or 7 years 39 Service at 80 000 miles or 8 years 43 Service at 90...

Page 4: ...No License Plate No X X License Plate No License Plate No X X License Plate No License Plate No X X License Plate No License Plate No 2 Vehicle data General Information GWarning Please make sure you...

Page 5: ...of wear please consider the following RAvoid short trips RMake sure that the tire pressures are always correct RAvoid frequent abrupt acceleration RDo not carry any unnecessary weight RRemove ski hold...

Page 6: ...inadvertently reset have an authorized Mercedes Benz Center correct it Please only reset if the proper maintenance service has been performed Resetting the system without performing the proper mainte...

Page 7: ...ngly sooner replacement of the following items RINTERIOR FILTERS e g dust filter recirculating air filter activated charcoal filter or combination filter are replaced as called for by the Maintenance...

Page 8: ...er Technical data under Engine Engine type MB sheet number 113 229 5 156 229 51 272 229 5 273 229 5 Engine type MB sheet number 275 229 5 642 229 51 i MB sheet numbers are printed on the outside of oi...

Page 9: ...the emission control devices and systems can be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using certified parts We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your a...

Page 10: ...ur if premium unleaded fuel is not used Refer to the Operator s Manual for special precautions b Leaded gasoline should not be used under any circumstances Damage to the emission control components wi...

Page 11: ...enz approved fuel standards c The specified engine maintenance jobs have to be performed completely and at the required intervals d The operation of the emission control system must not be altered in...

Page 12: ...000 miles or 6 years Clean air filter cover and housing prior to removal of air filter Replace fuel filter Replace the fuel filter every 150 000 miles or 15 years In diesel vehicles replace every 20...

Page 13: ...nd at every 10 000 mile maintenance service Please refer to Y page 4 for additional tire rotation information and Y page 87 to record when your vehicle s tires have been rotated Recommended Service Wo...

Page 14: ...air water duct Fill up AdBlue engine 642 Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Parking brake Adjust cable slack Correct tire inflation...

Page 15: ...d washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Function check Audible warning system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake syste...

Page 16: ...er auxiliary check condition using Midtronics MCR 717 tester Visual and functional checks Check windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Clean and lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals N...

Page 17: ...brake system components lines hoses calipers Check thickness of brake pads and disks front and rear wheels removed Service at 10 000 miles or 1 year 15 Maintenance Booklet GWarning Please make sure y...

Page 18: ...ndicator in instrument cluster Replace brake fluid Replace combination or dust filter Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Check thickness condition of front and rear brake pads and discs Corr...

Page 19: ...ct condition of driveshaft flexible discs Visually inspect condition of steering mechanical components rubber boots Visually inspect propeller shafts universal joints and collapsible sections Bolts at...

Page 20: ...ndshield washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Transfer case Front axle Rear axle Function check Check parking brake function test only Audible wa...

Page 21: ...trical system checks Horn high beam flasher hazard warning flasher turn signals Warning indicator lamps illumination and interior lighting exterior lighting Check trunk cargo area lighting Check and c...

Page 22: ...nd lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Check bodywork for paint work damage Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Lubricate door locks including...

Page 23: ...Class S Class SL Class SLK Class Engine oil and filter change Check catch safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation Clean water drain in air water duct Fill up AdBlue engine 642 Rese...

Page 24: ...g system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake system hydraulic unit Recommended Service Work C Class CL Class CLS Class E Class G Class GL Class GLK Class M Class R Class S C...

Page 25: ...icate soft top retractable hard top seals Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Tire checks Tire rotation where applicable Inspect tires for damage measure...

Page 26: ...ndicator in instrument cluster Replace brake fluid Replace combination or dust filter Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Check thickness condition of front and rear brake pads and discs Corr...

Page 27: ...rubber boots Visually inspect propeller shafts universal joints and collapsible sections Bolts attaching steering check tighten Joint housing of AWD front axle inspect grease packing and correct Autom...

Page 28: ...ndshield washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Transfer case Front axle Rear axle Function check Check parking brake function test only Audible wa...

Page 29: ...trical system checks Horn high beam flasher hazard warning flasher turn signals Warning indicator lamps illumination and interior lighting exterior lighting Check trunk cargo area lighting Check and c...

Page 30: ...nd lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Check bodywork for paint work damage Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Lubricate door locks including...

Page 31: ...calipers Check thickness of brake pads and disks front and rear wheels removed Chassis and load bearing body components Check for damage and corrosion Service at 40 000 miles or 4 years 29 Maintenanc...

Page 32: ...AdBlue engine 642 Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Correct tire inflation pressure Correct inflation pressure in spare tire where...

Page 33: ...d washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Function check Audible warning system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake syste...

Page 34: ...er auxiliary check condition using Midtronics MCR 717 tester Visual and functional checks Check windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Clean and lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals N...

Page 35: ...brake system components lines hoses calipers Check thickness of brake pads and disks front and rear wheels removed Service at 50 000 miles or 5 years 33 Maintenance Booklet GWarning Please make sure...

Page 36: ...e evacuate and fill up engine 642 Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster Replace brake fluid Replace combination or dust filter Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Check th...

Page 37: ...ible discs Visually inspect condition of steering mechanical components rubber boots Visually inspect propeller shafts universal joints and collapsible sections Bolts attaching steering check tighten...

Page 38: ...l if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Transfer case Front axle Rear axle Function check Check parking brake function test only Audible warning system Electric hydraulic brake sys...

Page 39: ...trical system checks Horn high beam flasher hazard warning flasher turn signals Warning indicator lamps illumination and interior lighting exterior lighting Check trunk cargo area lighting Check and c...

Page 40: ...nd lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Check bodywork for paint work damage Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Lubricate door locks including...

Page 41: ...s GLK Class M Class R Class S Class SL Class SLK Class Engine oil and filter change Check catch safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation Clean water drain in air water duct Fill up...

Page 42: ...ld washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Function check Audible warning system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake syst...

Page 43: ...r auxiliary check condition using Midtronics MCR 717 tester Visual and functional checks Check windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Clean and lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Ni...

Page 44: ...k brake system components lines hoses calipers Check thickness of brake pads and disks front and rear wheels removed 42 Service at 70 000 miles or 7 years Maintenance Booklet GWarning Please make sure...

Page 45: ...dicator in instrument cluster Replace brake fluid Replace combination or dust filter Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Check thickness condition of front and rear brake pads and discs Corre...

Page 46: ...rubber boots Visually inspect propeller shafts universal joints and collapsible sections Bolts attaching steering check tighten Joint housing of AWD front axle inspect grease packing and correct Auto...

Page 47: ...dshield washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Transfer case Front axle Rear axle Function check Check parking brake function test only Audible war...

Page 48: ...ctrical system checks Horn high beam flasher hazard warning flasher turn signals Warning indicator lamps illumination and interior lighting exterior lighting Check trunk cargo area lighting Check and...

Page 49: ...d lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Check bodywork for paint work damage Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Lubricate door locks including r...

Page 50: ...Class S Class SL Class SLK Class Engine oil and filter change Check catch safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation Clean water drain in air water duct Fill up AdBlue engine 642 Res...

Page 51: ...system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake system hydraulic unit Recommended Service Work C Class CL Class CLS Class E Class G Class GL Class GLK Class M Class R Class S Cl...

Page 52: ...ricate soft top retractable hard top seals Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Tire checks Tire rotation where applicable Inspect tires for damage measur...

Page 53: ...dicator in instrument cluster Replace brake fluid Replace combination or dust filter Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Check thickness condition of front and rear brake pads and discs Corre...

Page 54: ...cs Visually inspect condition of steering mechanical components rubber boots Visually inspect propeller shafts universal joints and collapsible sections Bolts attaching steering check tighten Joint ho...

Page 55: ...shield washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Transfer case Front axle Rear axle Function check Check parking brake function test only Audible warn...

Page 56: ...trical system checks Horn high beam flasher hazard warning flasher turn signals Warning indicator lamps illumination and interior lighting exterior lighting Check trunk cargo area lighting Check and c...

Page 57: ...lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Check bodywork for paint work damage Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Lubricate door locks including re...

Page 58: ...ss GLK Class M Class R Class S Class SL Class SLK Class Engine oil and filter change Check catch safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation Clean water drain in air water duct Fill up...

Page 59: ...washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Function check Audible warning system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake system...

Page 60: ...r auxiliary check condition using Midtronics MCR 717 tester Visual and functional checks Check windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Clean and lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Ni...

Page 61: ...brake system components lines hoses calipers Check thickness of brake pads and disks front and rear wheels removed Service at 110 000 miles or 11 years 59 Maintenance Booklet GWarning Please make sure...

Page 62: ...e evacuate and fill up engine 642 Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster Replace brake fluid Replace combination or dust filter Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Check th...

Page 63: ...oots Visually inspect propeller shafts universal joints and collapsible sections Bolts attaching steering check tighten Joint housing of AWD front axle inspect grease packing and correct Automatic tra...

Page 64: ...if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Transfer case Front axle Rear axle Function check Check parking brake function test only Audible warning system Electric hydraulic brake syst...

Page 65: ...rical system checks Horn high beam flasher hazard warning flasher turn signals Warning indicator lamps illumination and interior lighting exterior lighting Check trunk cargo area lighting Check and co...

Page 66: ...d lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Check bodywork for paint work damage Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Lubricate door locks including r...

Page 67: ...s GLK Class M Class R Class S Class SL Class SLK Class Engine oil and filter change Check catch safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation Clean water drain in air water duct Fill up...

Page 68: ...d washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Function check Audible warning system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake syste...

Page 69: ...auxiliary check condition using Midtronics MCR 717 tester Visual and functional checks Check windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Clean and lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Nig...

Page 70: ...brake system components lines hoses calipers Check thickness of brake pads and disks front and rear wheels removed 68 Service at 130 000 miles or 13 years Maintenance Booklet GWarning Please make sur...

Page 71: ...dicator in instrument cluster Replace brake fluid Replace combination or dust filter Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Check thickness condition of front and rear brake pads and discs Corre...

Page 72: ...ct condition of driveshaft flexible discs Visually inspect condition of steering mechanical components rubber boots Visually inspect propeller shafts universal joints and collapsible sections Bolts at...

Page 73: ...shield washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Transfer case Front axle Rear axle Function check Check parking brake function test only Audible warn...

Page 74: ...trical system checks Horn high beam flasher hazard warning flasher turn signals Warning indicator lamps illumination and interior lighting exterior lighting Check trunk cargo area lighting Check and c...

Page 75: ...lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Check bodywork for paint work damage Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Lubricate door locks including re...

Page 76: ...calipers Check thickness of brake pads and disks front and rear wheels removed Chassis and load bearing body components Check for damage and corrosion 74 Service at 140 000 miles or 14 years Maintena...

Page 77: ...2 Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Correct tire inflation pressure Correct inflation pressure in spare tire where applicable Repla...

Page 78: ...system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake system hydraulic unit Recommended Service Work C Class CL Class CLS Class E Class G Class GL Class GLK Class M Class R Class S Cl...

Page 79: ...cate soft top retractable hard top seals Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Tire checks Tire rotation where applicable Inspect tires for damage measure...

Page 80: ...up engine 642 Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster Replace brake fluid Replace combination or dust filter Check thickness of brake pads front and rear Check thickness condition o...

Page 81: ...ft flexible discs Visually inspect condition of steering mechanical components rubber boots Visually inspect propeller shafts universal joints and collapsible sections Bolts attaching steering check t...

Page 82: ...ld washer system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Transfer case Front axle Rear axle Function check Check parking brake function test only Audible warning...

Page 83: ...system checks Horn high beam flasher hazard warning flasher turn signals Warning indicator lamps illumination and interior lighting exterior lighting Check trunk cargo area lighting Check and correct...

Page 84: ...bricate soft top retractable hard top seals Check bodywork for paint work damage Night View Assist camera clean windshield behind the camera cover where applicable Lubricate door locks including rear...

Page 85: ...ss GLK Class M Class R Class S Class SL Class SLK Class Engine oil and filter change Check catch safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation Clean water drain in air water duct Fill up...

Page 86: ...her system Active Body Control if applicable Differential lock mechanism fluid reservoir Function check Audible warning system Electric hydraulic brake system Check Electric hydraulic brake system hyd...

Page 87: ...liary check condition using Midtronics MCR 717 tester Visual and functional checks Check windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Clean and lubricate soft top retractable hard top seals Night Vi...

Page 88: ...coolant for main circuit engine 275 If more than 40 000 miles or 4 years since last replacement Automatic transmission oil and filter change Replace rear axle differential fluid only C 63 AMG CLS 63...

Page 89: ...last replacement Replace fuel filter except engine 642 Replace coolant except engine 275 Replace coolant for low temperature circuit engine 275 Confirmations Tire rotation Please refer to Y page 4 and...

Page 90: ...r Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer Date Odometer 88 Confirmations...

Page 91: ...nsmission Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plu...

Page 92: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 93: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 94: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 95: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 96: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 97: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 98: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 99: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 100: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 101: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 102: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 103: ...eplaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue R...

Page 104: ...Replaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue...

Page 105: ...eplaced Engine oil Oil automatic transmission Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle Fuel filter Combination filter Air filter Coolant Spark plugs AdBlue R...

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Page 107: ...vice and Literature Reprinting translation and copying even of excerpts are not permitted without our prior authorization in writing Press time October 20 2009 GSP OIS Printed in U S A Model C Class C...

Page 108: ...Order no 6515 8398 13 Part no 212 584 37 93 Edition E 2010 2125843793 2125843793...

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