Mercedes-Benz 2002 CLK 320 Manuel de l'opérateur

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10IntroductionOperator’s Manual왔 Operator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully

100Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*)1 Trunk lid closing switch왘 Press trunk lid

101Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)1 Trunk lid closing switch왘 Make sure you have

102Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk and locking the vehi-cle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)1 KEYLESS-GO locking/

103Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTrunk lid emergency releaseThe emergency release button is located on the inside of the trunk lid.1 Emergenc

104Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeparately locking the trunkYour vehicle may be equipped with a func-tion permitting the separate locking of

105Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeparately unlocking the trunk왘 Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey (컄 page 343).왘 Insert the mechan

106Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking and unlocking from the insideYou can lock or unlock the doors and the trunk from inside using the ce

107Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsInformation on seat adjustment can be found in the “Getting started” section (컄 page 34).Easy-entry/exit featureWith

108Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing front seat head restraintsInformation on head restraint adjustment can be found in the “Getting star

109Controls in detailSeatsRear seats head restraintsHead restraint height1 Release buttonRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of the head restraint by

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

110Controls in detailSeatsFolding head restraints back with switch in the center console1 Head restraint release button왘 Start the engine.왘 Press the

111Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing rear seats head restraints1 Release buttonRemoving rear seat head restraints왘 Fold back head restrai

112Controls in detailSeatsMulticontour seat*The multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to pr

113Controls in detailSeatsSeat ventilation*Both switches for the front seats are locat-ed in the center console.1 Seat ventilationThe blue indicator l

114Controls in detailSeatsSeat heating*Vehicles without seat ventilation*Both switches for the front seats are locat-ed in the center console.1 Normal

115Controls in detailSeatsVehicles with seat ventilation*Both switches for the front seats are locat-ed in the center console.1 Seat heatingThe red in

116Controls in detailMemory function왔 Memory functionThe memory button and stored position switch are located on the door.You can store up to three di

117Controls in detailMemory functionStoring positions into memory왘 Adjust the seats, steering wheel and rear view mirrors to the desired posi-tion (컄

118Controls in detailMemory functionStoring exterior rear view mirror park-ing positionFor easier parking, you can adjust the pas-senger-side exterior

119Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor notes on how to switch on the head-lamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 page 47)

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Service Booklet describes all the nec-essary maintenance work which should be performed at regular inter

120Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch. Fo

121Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam headlamp

122Controls in detailLightingSwitching on fog lampsSwitching on front fog lamps왘 Make sure the low beam headlamps are switched on.왘 Pull out exterior

123Controls in detailLightingCombination switchThe combination switch is located on the left side of the steering column.1 High beam2 High beam flashe

124Controls in detailLightingSwitching off the hazard warning flasher왘 Press hazard warning flasher switch again.Interior lightingThe controls are loc

125Controls in detailLightingDeactivating automatic control왘 Press the = symbol on rocker switch 3.The interior lighting remains switched off in darkn

126Controls in detailInstrument cluster왔 Instrument clusterA full view illustration of the instrument cluster can be found in the “At a glance” sectio

127Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature indicatorDuring severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tempera-

128Controls in detailInstrument clusterTachometerThe red marking on the tachometer de-notes excessive engine speed.To help protect the engine, the fue

129Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

130Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

131Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar-ranged in a circular pattern.앫

132Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table on the next page provides an overview o

133Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8Commands/submenusStandard dis-p

134Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuYou can select the functions in the stan-dard display menu with button k or j.The following fu

135Controls in detailControl systemSelect radio station왘 Turn on the radio (컄 page 186). Vehi-cles with COMAND*: Refer to separate operating instructi

136Controls in detailControl systemOperate the CD player*왘 Turn on the radio and select the CD player (컄 page 199). Vehicles with COMAND*: Refer to se

137Controls in detailControl systemNAV menuThe Nav menu contains the functions need-ed to operate your navigation system.왘 Press button è or ÿ repeate

138Controls in detailControl systemDistronic activatedWhen you activate Distronic, you will see the set speed for about five seconds in the Distronic

139Controls in detailControl systemShould any malfunctions occur while driv-ing, the number of malfunctions will reap-pear in the display when the Sma

14IntroductionWhere to find it왔 Where to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle

140Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button k or j.In the display you see the collection of the submenus.왘 Press bu

141Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De-tailed instructions on making indiv

142Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr. cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr. clus-ter submenu

143Controls in detailControl systemSelecting language왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the Instr. cluster submenu.왘 Press button j

144Controls in detailControl systemSelecting display (speed display or out-side temperature) for standard display왘 Move the selection marker with the

145Controls in detailControl systemSet time (minutes)왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the Time submenu.왘 Press button j or k repe

146Controls in detailControl systemWith daytime running lamp mode se-lected and the exterior lamp switch at position 0, the following lamps will come

147Controls in detailControl systemSetting night security illumination (Exterior lamps delayed shut-off)Use the Headlamps delayed shut-off function to

148Controls in detailControl systemInterior lighting delayed shut-offUse this function to set whether and for how long you would like the interior lig

149Controls in detailControl systemSetting automatic lockingUse this function to activate or deactivate the automatic central locking. With the au-tom

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsThe following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:* Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since sta

150Controls in detailControl systemActivating easy-entry/exit featureUse this function to activate and deacti-vate the easy-entry/exit feature. When t

151Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to theConvenience submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until

152Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker to theConvenience submenu using the æ or ç button.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly unti

153Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption since last reset왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip comp

154Controls in detailControl systemTEL menu*You can use the functions in the Tel menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-f

155Controls in detailControl systemAnswering a callWhen your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answer a call at any time. In the display yo

156Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the display.The stored names are displayed in as

157Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왔 Automatic transmissionInformation on driving with an automatic transmission is found in the “Getting star

158Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionOne-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear

159Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by press

16IntroductionOperating safety왔 Operating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following i

160Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionEffectì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked.

161Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionSteering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) CLK 55 AMGIn the manual shift program mode you can change the

162Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionThe steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to the left and right of the steering wheel.1 Shift button

163Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionProgram mode selector switchThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center con

164Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionManual shift program CLK 55 AMGIn the manual shift program mode you can change the gears manually on the st

165Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDownshifting왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction (컄 page 158).or왘 Press

166Controls in detailGood visibility왔 Good visibilityWindshield wipersMore information on the windshield wipers can be found in the “Getting started”

167Controls in detailGood visibilityRear view mirrorMore information on setting the rear view mirrors can be found in the “Getting start-ed” section (

168Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

169Controls in detailGood visibilitySun visorsThe sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving.왘 Swing sun visors down when you expe-rience gla

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

170Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window sunshade*The switch is located in the center console.왘 Turn the SmartKey to starter switch po-sition 1

171Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep battery drain to a minimum, s

172Controls in detailAutomatic climate control왔 Automatic climate control

173Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control panelItem1 Left side air vent, adjustable2 Left center air vent, adjustable3 T

174Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlThe automatic climate control is operation-al whenever the engine is running. You can operate the climat

175Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlSetting the temperatureUse temperature controls (컄 page 173) 1 and 2 for the left side or 7 and 8 for th

176Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting air distributionUse the air distribution controls 7 and 9 (컄 page 172) to separately adjust th

177Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting air volumeAdjusting manuallySeven blower speeds are available.왘 Press left M or right Q side o

178Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAir recirculation modeSwitch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the veh

179Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button , (컄 page 173).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.Charcoal filterAn ac

18IntroductionReporting safety defects왔 Reporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Ti

180Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button e (컄 page 173).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The system switches

181Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAir conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior a

182Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button ° (컄 page 173).The indicator lamp on button ° goes out.The residual heat is a

183Controls in detailAudio system왔 Audio systemAudio and telephone, operationThese instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Mer

184Controls in detailAudio systemOperating and display elements

185Controls in detailAudio systemItem Page1 CD mode selector 1992 Manual tuning(radio)189Fast forward/reverse (cassette, CD)198,202Speed dialing memor

186Controls in detailAudio systemButton and soft key operationIn these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the func

187Controls in detailAudio systemBass왘 Regardless of operating mode, press theAUD key repeatedly untilBASS appears on the display.왘 Press+ or- key to

188Controls in detailAudio systemBalance왘 Regardless of operating mode, press theAUD key repeatedly untilBALANCE appears on the display.왘 PressL orR k

189Controls in detailAudio systemYou can select from among the following settings:앫DRV: The tone level is set to the Driver position; sound is directe

19At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

190Controls in detailAudio systemDirect frequency inputSelect the desired frequency band.왘 Press “ button.왘 Enter desired frequency using buttons 4 to

191Controls in detailAudio systemScan tuning앫 Starting scan tuning왘 Select desired frequency band.왘 Press 2 button.SC will appear on the display. The

192Controls in detailAudio systemWeather band왘 Press theWB key.The weather band station last selected is tuned in.왘 Select the desired weather band st

193Controls in detailAudio systemStarting satellite radio (SAT)왘 Start radio mode.If the radio was in SAT radio mode be-fore being turned off or chang

194Controls in detailAudio systemChannel selectionThe following options are available for se-lecting a channel:앫 Direct channel input (컄 page 194)앫 Ma

195Controls in detailAudio systemProgram type (PTY) modeIn PTY mode, you can tune in and select channels of a specific program type.Calling up PTY mod

196Controls in detailAudio systemCassette operationPlaying cassettes왘 Press 3 button.The display panel folds down and the cassette compartment becomes

197Controls in detailAudio systemCassette eject왘 Press eject button 3.The display folds down and the cas-sette is ejected. The system will switch back

198Controls in detailAudio systemScanning앫 Starting scan왘 Press 2 button.SC will appear on the display.Each track on the cassette will be played brief

199Controls in detailAudio systemDolby NR1 (noise reduction system)To enable optimum sound reproduction of cassettes recorded using Dolby B NR, the Do

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20At a glanceCockpit왔 Cockpit

200Controls in detailAudio systemOnly use original CDs. Using copied CDs may create problems during playback.Clean CDs from time to time with a com-me

201Controls in detailAudio system1 CD2 CD changer3 CD tray4 CD magazine왘 Remove magazine and pull CD tray fully out.왘 Place CD in recess of tray, labe

202Controls in detailAudio systemSkipping tracks forward/backward앫 Skipping tracks forward왘 Press f button.The next track will be played.앫 Skipping tr

203Controls in detailAudio systemRepeatThe repeat function (RPT) repeats the cur-rent track.Switching on repeat:왘 Press theRPT key.RPT is highlighted

204Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching on the telephone왘 Press h button.If you have programmed an unlock code for the telephone, you must enter th

205Controls in detailAudio systemPhone bookThe numbers stored in the phone book can be called up either by name or number.Calling up the phone book왘 P

206Controls in detailAudio systemSearching and selecting phone book en-tries by number왘 Press theNUM key.The current number is marked in the display.왘

207Controls in detailAudio systemAutomatic repeat dialing (redial)If a call cannot be connected, press theSND key.REDIAL will appear on the display an

208Controls in detailAudio systemEmergency call왘 Press button 4 longer than one second.왘 A call will be placed to the saved num-ber (e.g. 911).You can

209Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming call in cassette, CD or radio modeIf the telephone is activated in the back-ground (receiving s

21At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Headlamp washer switch* 1662 Combination switch앫 Turn signals앫 Windshield wipers앫 High beam4848483 Cruise control lever

210Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches f

211Controls in detailPower windows왘 Turn SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button.Opening the wind

212Controls in detailPower windowsStopping windows왘 Press or pull respective switch again.Opening and closing the windows with the SmartKeyThe sliding

213Controls in detailPower windowsOpening (Summer opening feature)왘 Press and hold button Œ after un-locking the vehicle.The windows and sliding/pop-u

214Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*왔 Sliding/pop-up roof*Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up roofThe sliding/pop-up roof can be opened and cl

215Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*왘 Turn SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button.Opening a

216Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*Stopping the sliding/pop-up roof왘 Move the switch in any direction.If the movement of the sliding/pop-up roof

217Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*Closing the sliding/pop-up roof with KEYLESS-GO* (Convenience feature)The power windows (컄 page 212) will als

218Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control and Di

219Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at last set speedSetting

22At a glanceInstrument cluster왔 Instrument cluster

220Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the desired speed is reached.

221Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic*When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control system increases the driving convenience afforded

222Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning! GDistronic cannot take street and traffic con-ditions into account. Only use Distronic if the road, traff

223Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic displays in the speedometer dial1 Set speedIf Distronic is activated, one or two seg-ments come on aroun

224Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic menu in the control systemIn the Distronic menu you see the current settings for Distronic. What appears

225Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic deactivatedIf Distronic is deactivated the standard dis-play of Distronic appears in the multifunc-tion

226Controls in detailDriving systemsActivating DistronicYou can activate Distronic if앫 you are driving between 25 mph (40 km/h) and 110 mph (180 km/h)

227Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a lower speed왘 Briefly tip cruise control lever in the di-rection of arrow 2 (컄 page 225) to de-crease veh

228Controls in detailDriving systemsDeactivating DistronicThere are several ways to deactivate the Distronic system:왘 Briefly tip cruise control lever

229Controls in detailDriving systems1 Distance warning function on/off switch2 Control lamp3 Thumbwheel for setting distanceIncreasing distanceIncreas

23At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 L Left turn signal indi-cator lamp482 v ESP warning lamp 3103 Speedometer4 Multifunction display with:129Bas

230Controls in detailDriving systemsActivating왘 Press switch 1.Indicator lamp 2 on the switch comes on. A loudspeaker symbol appears in the multifunct

231Controls in detailDriving systemsThe most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially a

232Controls in detailDriving systemsOffset drivingA vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by D

233Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic (Parking assist)*The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during park-i

234Controls in detailDriving systemsRange of the sensorsTo function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors

235Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning indicatorsVisual signals indicate to the driver the rel-ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle

236Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Parktronic system on/offYou can switch off the Parktronic system manually.The Parktronic switch is l

237Controls in detailLoading왔 LoadingRoof rack1 TrimPreparing roof rack installation왘 Open trim 1 at the trim strips in the roof. 왘 Secure the roof ra

238Controls in detailLoading4 Velcro strap왘 Unfasten velcro strap 4.왘 Pull ski sack into passenger compart-ment and unfold.5 Button왘 Open trunk lid.왘

239Controls in detailLoading6 Strap왘 Tighten strap 6 by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski sack are tightly secured.7 Hook8 Ey

24At a glanceMultifunction steering wheel왔 Multifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 129Operating control sys-tem1302 Selecting the

240Controls in detailLoadingRemoval of ski sackYou can remove the ski sack for cleaning or drying.1 Button2 Ski sack frame3 Flap왘 Open trunk lid.왘 Pre

241Controls in detailLoadingFolding the backrest forwardThe release handle 1 is located in the trunk.왘 Pull release handle 1.왘 Fully retract and fold

242Controls in detailLoadingSetting up rear seat bench왘 Fold backrest 4 rearward until it en-gages.왘 Fold seat cushions 3 rearward until it locks into

243Controls in detailLoadingThe handling characteristics of a fully load-ed vehicle depend greatly on the load dis-tribution. It is therefore recommen

244Controls in detailUseful features왔 Useful featuresInterior storage spaces Glove box1 Glove box2 Glove box lid releaseOpening the glove box왘 Pull li

245Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in the dashboardOpening cup holder왘 Push cover 1.The cup holder opens automatically.Closing cup holder왘

246Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest storage spaceOpening compartment in armrest왘 Lift armrest by pulling on handle 1.Closing왘 Lower armrest un

247Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage bagsStorage bags are located on the rear side of the front seats.Parcel net in front passenger footwellA s

248Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving ashtray insert왘 Secure vehicle from movement by set-ting the parking brake. Move the gear selector lever

249Controls in detailUseful featuresFloormats*Removing왘 Pull floormats off of retainer pins 2 in direction of arrow 1.왘 Remove the floormats.Installin

25At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Seat heater*, driver’s sideSeat ventilation*, driver’s side1142 Parking assist* (Parkt

250Controls in detailUseful featuresTelephone*Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside th

251Controls in detailUseful featuresTele Aid The Tele Aid system(Telematic Alarm Identification on De-mand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types

252Controls in detailUseful featuresSystem self-checkInitially, after turning the ignition (position 2) on, malfunctions are detected and indicated (t

253Controls in detailUseful featuresWhen the connection is established, the message Emergency call – Call con-nected appears in the multifunction dis-

254Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

255Controls in detailUseful featuresA voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established

256Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡The Information button ¡ is located be-low the center armrest cover.왘 Press and hold the butto

257Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade signalsThe Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority.앫 Automatic emergency – First prio

258Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

259Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen vehicle tracking servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the police.The polic

26At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button332 Storage compartment 2463 Thumbwheel for setting distance in Distronic

260Controls in detailUseful featuresWarning! GBefore programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate op-erator, make sure th

261Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the in-tegrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on ignition.Step 2:왘 If you have previo

262Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 7:왘 To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.Rolling code programmin

263Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 12:왘 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3

264Controls in detailUseful featuresErasing the integrated remote control memory왘 Switch on ignition.왘 Simultaneously hold down the signal transmitter

265OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

266OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)왔In the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for yo

267OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

268OperationDriving instructionsBrakes To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advi

269OperationDriving instructionsAfter hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so that the air stream

27At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button2512 Rear interior lighting on/off1253 Te

270OperationDriving instructionsTires Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumf

271OperationDriving instructionsSpecified tire pressures must be main-tained. This applies particularly if the tires are subject to extreme operating

272OperationDriving instructionsTire speed rating Regardless of the tire rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driv-ing speeds appr

273OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

274OperationDriving instructionsStanding water Passenger compartment Driving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your

275OperationDriving instructionsControl and operation of radio trans-mittersCOMAND*, radio and telephone*Telephones and two-way radiosRadio transmitte

276OperationDriving instructionsEmission controlCertain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissib

277OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise

278OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Loc

279OperationAt the gas station왘 Replace the fuel cap by turning it to the right.You will hear when the fuel cap is tight-ened.왘 Close the fuel filler

28At a glanceDoor control panel왔 Door control panelItem Page1 Door handle 952 Seat adjustment 35,1073 Memory function (for stor-ing seat, exterior mir

280OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long trip1 Coolant levelMore information on coolant can be found in the “Operation” section

281OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHoodOpening1 Hood lock release왘 Pull lever 1 downwards.The hood is unlocked.2 Lever for opening the

282OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of ap-proximately 1 ft (30 cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Make sure the hood

283OperationEngine compartmentEngine oilThe amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Higher oil co

284OperationEngine compartment앫Add 1.5 qt.to reach max. oil level!(Canada: 1.5 liter)앫Add 2.0 qt.to reach max. oil level!(Canada: 2.0 liter)왘 If neces

285OperationEngine compartmentMore information on messages in the display concerning engine oil can be found in the “Practical hints” section (컄 page

286OperationEngine compartment왘 Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck.More information on engine oil can be found in the “Technical data” section (컄

287OperationEngine compartment1 Coolant expansion tank왘 Using a rag, turn the cap slowly approx-imately one half turn to the left to re-lease any exce

288OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located on the right side of the engine compartment.The battery should always be suffic

289OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartme

29Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

290OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and rec-ommended rims and tires for s

291OperationTires and wheelsImportant guidelines앫 Only use sets of tires and rims of the same type and make.앫 Tires must be of the correct size for th

292OperationTires and wheelsChecking tire inflation pressureCorrect the tire pressure only when tires are cold.Regularly check your tire pressure at i

293OperationTires and wheelsRotating wheelsOn vehicles with the same wheel size all around, wheels can be rotated every 3 000 to 6000 miles (5000 to 1

294OperationWinter driving왔 Winter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehi-cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This servic

295OperationWinter drivingBlock heater*(Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heat-er.The electrical cable may be installed at your authoriz

296OperationMaintenance왔 MaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance w

297OperationMaintenanceCalling up the service indicator왘 Switch on ignition.The standard display of the control sys-tem appears (컄 page 129).왘 Press b

298OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying external

299OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

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30Getting startedUnlocking왔The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners

300OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the i

301OperationVehicle careCleaning the Distronic* system sensor cover1 Distronic* system sensor cover왘 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-B

302OperationVehicle careWiper blades왘 Fold wiper arm forward until it snaps into place.왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergen

303OperationVehicle careLight alloy wheelsMercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels.If possible,

304OperationVehicle careUpholsteryUsing aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.)

305Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Where will I find...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing bulbsReplacing wiper

306Practical hintsWhat to do if …?왔 What to do if …?Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to come

307Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)You are driving with the parking brake set. 왘 R

308Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution? The yellow “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator lamp comes on while drivi

309Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution• The red coolant warning lamp comes on when the engine is running.There is

31Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey1 Power supply to some electrical con-sumers, such as seat adju

310Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionl The red Distance warning lamp comes on while driving.You are too close to

311Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while driving.The ESP or traction con

312Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving.There is a malfunction

313Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause Suggested solutionPASS. AIRBAG OFFThe indicator lamp comes on.A BabySma

314Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Messages in the displayThe control system shows warning and malfunction messages in the multifunction display.Certai

315Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Text messagesDisplay Display message Possible cause Possible solutionABSAnti-lockbraking systemnot working!The charg

316Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionABSDisplay defective!Visit workshop!The ABS or the ABS displ

317Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionBASnot availableSee operator’s manualThe charging voltage ha

318Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESPDefective!Visit workshop!The ESP was deactivated because

319Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionPSelector leverin park positionYou have turned off the engin

32Getting startedUnlockingUnlocking with KEYLESS-GO*If you have the KEYLESS-GO function, your vehicle checks whether the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is v

320Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution#UndervoltageCharge batteryThe battery

321Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution2Brake wearVisit workshopThe brake pads have reached

322Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution?Visit workshop!There may be a malfunction in the앫 fu

323Practical hintsWhat to do if …?During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (1

324Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionÏ CoolantStop, engine off!The poly-V-belt could be br

325Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionG Display defectiveVisit workshop!The instrument clus

326Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution: USA only:Add 1 qt. engine oilwhen next refuelingCan

327Practical hintsWhat to do if …?When the message Add 1 qt. engine oil when next refueling (Canada: 1 liter) appears while the engine is running and

328Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionA Reserve fuelThe fuel level has dropped below the re

329Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionI Key recognizedin vehicleA SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*

33Getting startedUnlocking1 KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttonThe SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle.Before you press the KEYLESS-GO st

330Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.High beam, leftThe left high beam lamp is malfunctio

331Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution. Parking lamp,front left Substitute lamp on The left

332Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution. Turn off lamps!Lamps have been turned on although t

333Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution<Driver’s seat beltFasten seat belt!The display re

334Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionL defectiveVisit workshop!One or more main functions

335Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution_ Steering oilVisit workshop!The steering gear oil le

336Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionKClosesunroof!You have opened the driver’s door with

337Practical hintsWhere will I find...?왔 Where will I find...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is stored in left hand side of the trunk.왘 Loosen Velcro

338Practical hintsWhere will I find...?왘 Loosen retaining screw 1 in the mid-dle of storage well casing 2.왘 Remove storage well casing 2.3 Arrow 4 Mi

339Practical hintsWhere will I find...?Vehicle jack The vehicle jack is stored in the space un-derneath the trunk floor together with the vehicle tool

34Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening

340Practical hintsWhere will I find...?Minispare wheelThe Minispare wheel is located in the com-partment underneath the trunk floor.1 Vehicle tool kit

341Practical hintsWhere will I find...?In the case of a flat tire, you may tempo-rarily use the Minispare wheel when ob-serving the following restrict

342Practical hintsWhere will I find...?Minispare wheel bolts1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims (loc

343Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왔 Unlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the vehicle wit

344Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunkA minimum height clearance of 5.41 ft (1.65 m) is required to open the trunk lid

345Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyChanging batteries in the SmartKey/ SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*If the batteries in the SmartKey or th

346Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency3 Battery4 Contact spring왘 Using a lint-free cloth, insert new bat-teries under the contact spring

347Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyFuel filler flapIn case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, you can o

348Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencySliding/pop-up roof*You can open or close the sliding/pop-up roof ma

349Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왘 Obtain crank 3.왘 Insert crank 3 through hole.왘 Turn crank 3 clockwise to:앫 slide roof closed앫 raise

35Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located in each door.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat cushion tilt

350Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential

351Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lamps Rear lamps Notes on bulb replacementLamp Type1 Halogen headlamps:Low beamBi-Xenon* headlamps:Low and high

352Practical hintsReplacing bulbs앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 Switch lights off before changing a b

353Practical hintsReplacing bulbsLow beam and high beam bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 281).왘 Turn housing cover 1 or 2 counter-c

354Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lamps Bi-Xenon*-type1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp2 Housing cover for high beam flasher lamp3 Housing cover

355Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront turn signal lamp bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 281).왘 Twist bulb socket 1 counterclockwis

356Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for rear lampsTail lamp assemblies1 Brake lamp2 Turn signal lamp3 Backup lamp4 Standing and side mark

357Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesRemoving wiper blades왘 Fold the wiper arm forward.1 Lock2 Unlock왘 Pull the tab in dire

358Practical hintsFlat tire왔 Flat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving traffic on a hard surface.왘 Turn on the h

359Practical hintsFlat tireLifting the vehicle왘 Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks (not included) or other siz

36Getting startedAdjustingSeat cushion tilt왘 Press the switch up or down in the di-rection of arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported.Seat

360Practical hintsFlat tire2 Jack3 Take-up bracket왘 Place jack 2 on firm ground.왘 Position jack 2 under take-up bracket 3 so that it is always vertica

361Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the new wheel1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims (located in tru

362Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.Lowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning c

363Practical hintsBattery왔 BatteryThe battery is located on the right side of the engine compartment.Removal of filter box:왘 Release the three clamps

364Practical hintsBatteryDisconnecting the battery1 Negative terminal2 Positive terminal cover왘 Depress parking brake firmly or move gear selector lev

365Practical hintsBatteryReconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Connect the positive lead and fasten its cover 2.왘 Connect the

366Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another v

367Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located on the right side of the engine compartment. For jump start-ing use the terminals in front of th

368Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleTowing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels of

369Practical hintsTowing the vehicle!To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, we recommend the drive shaft be dis-

37Getting startedAdjustingFolding front seat backrests forward1 Release leverFolding backrests forward왘 Pull release lever 1 forward and fold the back

370Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltTowing eye bolt CLK 320/CLK 5001 Cover on right side of front bumper2 Cover on right sid

371Practical hintsTowing the vehicleTowing eye bolt CLK 55 AMGTowing eye bolt in front bumperThe cover for the towing eye bolt in the front bumper is

372Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesFuse box in passenger compartment Opening왘 Pull cover away from fuse box 1 (ar-row).왘 Remove cover rearward.Closing왘 Att

373Practical hintsFusesFuse box in engine compartmentThe fuse box is located in the engine com-partment on the left-hand side.2 Cover3 Screw4 Retainer

374Practical hintsFusesAuxiliary fuse box in trunkThe auxiliary fuse box is located in the trunk on the left hand side.1 Trim2 Cover3 Spare extractorO

375Technical dataSpare parts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain dimensi

376Technical dataSpare parts service왔The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Spare parts serviceAll author

377Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

378Technical dataIdentification labels왔 Identification labels1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Information label, Californ

379Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt drive왔 Layout of poly-V-belt driveCLK 320/CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG1 Automatic belt tensioner2 Power steering pump3 Ai

38Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel adjustmentThe stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the steering column (lower left).1 Adjusting

380Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel CLK 320 (209.365)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for

381Technical dataRims and tires왔 Rims and tiresOnly use tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved

382Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tires16" tires17" tiresCLK 320 CLK 500CLK 320 (Appearance Package*)CLK 55 AMGRims (light alloy) 7J

383Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresCLK 320 CLK 320*CLK 320 (Appearance Package*)CLK 500CLK 55 AMGFront axle:Rims (light alloy) 7 J x 16 H2

384Technical dataRims and tiresMinispare wheelCLK 320CLK 320 (Appearance Package*)CLK 500 CLK 55 AMGRim 3.5 B x 16 H2 3.5 B x 17 H2 3.5 B x 17 H2Wheel

385Technical dataElectrical system왔 Electrical systemModel CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/120 A 14 V/150 A 14 V/150 AStarter mo

386Technical dataMain dimensions왔 Main dimensionsModel CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMGOverall vehicle length 182.6 in (4638 mm) 182.6 in (4 638 mm) 182.6 i

387Technical dataWeights왔 WeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

388Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants mus

389Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Cooling system CLK 320CLK 500CLK 55 AMGapprox. 10.7

39Getting startedAdjustingExterior rear view mirrorThe buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.1 Adjustment button2 Passenger-side exterior

390Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, only

391Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirementsOnly use premium unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM standard

392Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are

393Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of alumi-num parts. The use of aluminum compo

394Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*Both the windshield washer and headlamp cleani

395Technical dataConsumer information왔 Consumer informationThe following text is published as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars un-der T

396Technical dataConsumer informationTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the gene

397Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.Alignmen

398Technical termsCAC(Customer Assistance Center)Mercedes-Benz customer service cen-ter, which can help you with any ques-tions about your vehicle and

399Technical termsEngine numberThe number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine pro-duced.Engine o

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40Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or car

400Technical termsMemory function*Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and mirror positions for each SmartKey or, if so equipped, KEYLE

401Technical termsRemote Vehicle DiagnosticsTransmission of vehicle data and cur-rent location to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center for sub

402Technical termsTele Aid System(Telematic Alarm Identification on De-mand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man

403IndexAABS 23, 76, 397Malfunction indicator lamp 306Messages in display 315Accelerator position, automatic transmission 163AccidentIn case of 50Acti

404IndexAir conditioning (cooling)Turning off 181Turning on 181Air conditioning refrigerant 390Air distributionAdjusting 176Air pressure see Tire infl

405IndexAutomatic antiglare for rear view mirror 167Automatic central lockingActivating/deactivating (control system) 149Automatic climate control 172

406IndexBattery, vehicle 288, 363Charging 364Disconnecting 364Messages in display 320Reconnecting 365Reinstalling 364Removing 364Bi-Xenon headlamps* 3

407IndexCenter console 25Lower part 26PASS. AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 313Upper part 25CentigradeSetting temperature units 142Central lockingAutomatic

408IndexClosingCup holder 245Glove box 244Hood 282Side windows 211Side windows with KEYLESS-GO* 94Sliding/pop-up roof* 214, 348Sliding/pop-up roof* wi

409IndexConvenience submenu 149Activating easy-entry/exit feature 150Setting key-dependency 151Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror

41Getting startedDrivingThe seat belt presenter for driver and pas-senger makes it easier to put on the seat belt.1 Seat belt presenterThe seat belt p

410IndexRapid seat heating* without seat ventilation* 114Rear window defroster 171Residual heat 182Seat heating* with seat ventilation* 115Seat heatin

411IndexDistance warning lamp 310Driving hints 230Fine adjustment 227Increasing distance 229Increasing time interval 228Intermittent signal tone 223Me

412IndexEEasy-entry/exit feature 107Activating 150Interrupting movement 150Electrical fuses 372Electrical systemTechnical data 385Electronic Stability

413IndexFFahrenheitSetting temperature units 142Fastening the seat belts 40Fine adjustmentCruise control 220Distronic* 227First aid kit 337Flat tire 3

414IndexGGarage door opener 27, 259Gasoline see FuelGasoline additives 391Gear range 399Shifting into optimal 158Gear range limitCanceling 158Gear ran

415IndexHigh beam bulb for high beam flasher (Bi-Xenon*)Replacing bulbs 354High beam flasher 48, 123Replacing bulbs (Bi-Xenon*) 351Replacing bulbs (Ha

416IndexJJack 337, 339Jump starting 366KKey, mechanical 343Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*Changing the batteries 346Key-dependency memorySettings 151KE

417IndexFuel reserve 311Instrument cluster 306–312PASS. AIRBAG OFF 63, 313Seat belts 311Service indicator 296SRS 59, 312Turn signals 23LanguageMultifu

418IndexLoss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 377Loss of SmartKey 89Loss of SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 95Low beam headlampsMessages in displ

419IndexMenus 130AUDIO 134Control system 400Distronic* 137, 224In control system 132, 133Malfunction memory 138NAV 137Settings menu 139Standard displa

42Getting startedDriving1 Latch plate2 Release button3 Buckle왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of the seat belt presenter.왘 Place the belt ove

420IndexLicense plate lamp 330Low beam 330Parking brake 321SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 328Steering gear oil level 335Sunroof* 336Symbol messages 320–336

421IndexOpeningAshtray (Center console) 247Ashtray (Rear seat) 248Cup holder 245Doors from the inside 95Fuel filler flap 278Fuel filler flap manually

422IndexPassenger compartment 274Fuse box in 372Interior lighting 124Interior rear view mirror 38Parcel net in front passenger footwell 247Storage bag

423IndexQQuick searchPhone book* 156RRadioSelecting stations 135Selecting stations (satellite*) 135Station search 135Station selection setting 148Radi

424IndexReplacingBackup lamp bulbs 356Brake lamp bulbs 356Bulbs 350Front lamp bulbs 352Front turn signal bulbs 355Front turn signal bulbs (Halogen) 35

425IndexSeat heating* 114, 115Rapid seat heating switching on/off with seat ventilation* 115Rapid seat heating switching on/off without seat ventilati

426IndexSpeed in Distronic* 226Speedometer display mode 142Station selection mode 148Temperature (interior) 175Temperature indicator 142To last stored

427IndexSmartKeyBattery check lamp 87, 92Changing the batteries 345Checking the batteries 88, 93Factory setting 87Global locking 87Global unlocking 87

428IndexStarter switch 21, 31Positions 31Starting difficulties 45Starting position 31Starting the engine 43Station (radio)Search 135Station selectionS

429IndexSwitching onAudio system 186Automatic central locking (control system) 149ESP 80Front fog lamps 122Front lamps 119Hazard warning flasher 123He

43Getting startedDrivingThe seat belt presenter slides back:앫 right after you pushed the latch plate 1 into buckle 3 and heard it click.앫 after approx

430IndexTele Aid 251Emergency calls 252Information 256Initiating an emergency call manually 254Messages in display 334Remote door unlock 258Roadside A

431IndexTracking servicesFor stolen vehicle 259Traction 163, 395, 402Transmission see Automatic transmissionTraveling abroad 274Tread depth (tires) 29

432IndexUpgrade signalsTele Aid 257Uphill drivingCruise control 219UpholsteryCleaning 304UpshiftingManual shift program mode (CLK 55 AMG) 165One-touch

433IndexVehicle jack 339Vehicle lightingChecking 280Vehicle tool kit 337Alignment bolt 337Removing 337Spare fuses 337Towing eye bolt 337Vehicle jack 3

434IndexWinter driving instructions 273Winter tires 294Wiper bladesCleaning 302Installing 357Removing 357Replacing 357WipingAnd washing simultaneously

Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly.

44Getting startedDrivingAutomatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park position with gear selector lever lockR Reverse gearN

45Getting startedDriving왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P.왘 Do not depress accelerator왘 Depress the brake pedal during the starting proc

46Getting startedDrivingParking brake 1 Parking brake pedal2 Parking brake release handle왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on handle 2.The indica

47Getting startedDrivingSwitching on headlampsExterior lamp switch1 Off2 Low beam headlamps on왘 Turn the switch to B.For more information, see “Exteri

48Getting startedDrivingTurn signals and high beamThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Turn signal

49Getting startedDrivingSwitching on windshield wipers왘 Turn the combination switch to the de-sired position depending on the inten-sity of the rain.0

ContentsControl system ... 129Multifunction display... 129Multifunction steering wheel... 130M

50Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.앫 The engine electronics may

51Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

52Getting startedParking and lockingParking brake1 Parking brake2 Release handle왘 Step firmly on parking brake 1.When the engine is running, the indic

53Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 47).For more information, see “Lighting” (컄 pa

54Getting startedParking and locking왘 After exiting the vehicle, press the lock button ‹ on the SmartKey (컄 page 30).All turn signal lamps flash three

55Getting startedParking and locking1 Lock button on the door handle왘 After exiting the vehicle, press lock button 1 on the door handle or on the trun

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57Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

58Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왔 Occupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehic

59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAirbagsWarning! GIn the event that the 1 indicator lamp comes on during driving or does not come at all, the SRS m

ContentsLoading ... 237Roof rack... 237Ski sack*...

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper opera-tion of vehicle controls. The

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safety This could result in serious injuries or death should the side airbag be activat-ed.(2) Always sit upright, prope

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and airbagWhen you sell your vehicle, we strongly

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyFront airbags1 Driver airbag2 Passenger airbagDriver and passenger airbags are de-ployed: 앫 in the event of a fron

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySide impact airbags, window curtain airbags1 Front side impact airbags2 Rear side impact airbags3 Window curtain a

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyiFor information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and re-straint systems for infants and

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GDamaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchorin

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts for the front and rear seats are equipped

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren in the vehicleIf an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle:앫 Secure the child using an infa

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GNever release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor

ContentsMaintenance... 296Clearing the service indicator ... 296Service term exceeded ... 296Cal

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM1 airbag deactivation system1 Indicator lampSpecial BabySmartTM compatible child seats, designed for us

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test BabySmartTM1 without special child seat installedAfter turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to pos

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systems1 Anchorage ring2 HookAnchorage rings 1 are located on the rear

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Fold up anchorage ring 1.1 Anchorage ring2 Hook왘 Securely fasten hook 2, which is part of the tether strap, to a

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear side window operation1 Override switch왘 Slide override switch 1 to the right.The rear side window

75Safety and SecurityPanic alarm왔 Panic alarmAn audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 2½ minutes.1 Â buttonActivati

76Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems왔 Driving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫

77Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe - indicator lamp in the instrument cluster (컄 page 22) comes on when you turn the SmartKey in the start

78Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsESPThe Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction

79Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 305).Switching off the ESPTo improve the vehicle's

ContentsTechnical data... 375Spare parts service ... 376Warranty coverage...

80Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems1 ESP off2 ESP on왘 Press upper half 1 of the ESP switch until the ESP warning lamp v in the instrument clus

81Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activat

82Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsAnti-theft alarm systemOnce the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someo

83Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsCanceling the alarmTo cancel the alarm:With the SmartKey왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch.or왘 Press t

84Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming tow-away alarmTo prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm be-fore

85Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory functionLightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityAutomatic cl

86Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왔In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment inst

87Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the do

88Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 5 comes on brief-ly to indicate that the Smart

89Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe trunk can also be opened from its in-side in an emergency, see “Trunk lid emer-gency release” (컄 page 103

9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz pa

90Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 the fuel filler flapSmartKey with remote controls1 ‹ Lock button2 Š Opening button for trunk lid3 Mechanica

91Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 To lock or unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey with KEYLESS-Go must be lo-cated outside the vehicle within ap-

92Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Pull the door handle.The vehicle will lock again automatically within approx

93Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking the vehicle1 lock button at trunk왘 Press the lock button 1.or왘 Press the lock button at the driver’s

94Controls in detailLocking and unlockingUnlocking and opening the trunk lidA minimum height clearance of 5.71 ft (1.74 m) is required to open the tru

95Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLoss of the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GOIf you lose your SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO, you should do the following:왘

96Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunk Opening the trunk from outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*)A minimum height clearance of

97Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunk from the insideYou can open the trunk from the inside if the vehicle is stationary.A minimu

98Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTrunk lid opening/closing system*Opening the trunk from the insideYou can open the trunk from the inside if t

99Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe trunk can also be opened using the SmartKey (컄 page 88) or from its inside in an emergency, see “Trunk li