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Page 2 Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen-...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Product information... 9 Operator’s Manual ... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ... 11 Maintenance ... 12 Roadside Assistance ... 12 Change of address or ownership... 12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada ...
Page 4 Contents Safety and Security ... 57 Occupant safety... 58 Airbags ... 59 Seat belts ... 64 Roll bars ... 68 Children in the vehicle... 69 Blocking of rear side window operation... 74 Panic alarm ... 75 Activating ... 75 Deactivating ... 75 Driving safety systems...
Page 5 Control system ... 129 Multifunction display... 129 Multifunction steering wheel... 130 Menus ... 132 Standard display menu ... 134 AUDIO menu ... 134 NAV menu... 137 Distronic* menu... 137 Malfunction memory menu ... 138 Settings menu... 139 Trip computer menu... 152 TEL menu* ...
Page 6 Contents Loading ... 245 Ski sack*... 245 Loading instructions... 249 Useful features ... 250 Interior storage spaces ... 250 Ashtrays ... 253 Cigarette lighter ... 254 Floormats* ... 255 Telephone*... 256 Tele Aid* ... 257 Garage door opener ... 265 Operation ...
Page 7 Maintenance... 302 Clearing the service indicator ... 302 Service term exceeded ... 302 Calling up the service indicator... 303 Resetting the service indicator... 303 Vehicle care... 304 Cleaning and care of vehicle ... 304 Practical hints ... 311 What to do if …? ... 312 Lamps in instrument cluster ...
Page 8 Contents Technical data... 397 Spare parts service ... 398 Warranty coverage... 399 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet... 399 Identification labels... 400 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ... 401 CLK 320/CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG. 401 Engine... 402 Rims and tires... 403 Same size tires ...
Page 9: Introduction
Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitabili- ty for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 10: Operator's Manual
Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper proce- dures. We continuously strive to improve our...
Page 11: Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its au- thorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or mal-...
Page 12: Maintenance
Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Cus- tomer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Pro- gram Brochure in your glove box.
Page 13: Operating Your Vehicle Outside The Usa Or Canada
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail- able for delivery in Europe under our Euro- pean Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or...
Page 14: Where To Find It
Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are rent- ing or borrowing this vehicle. Safety and Security Here you will find descriptions of the safety features in your vehicle.
Page 15: Symbols
Symbols The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle. Warning! Warning notices draw your attention to haz- ards that may endanger your health or life,...
Page 16: Operating Safety
Electronic malfunctions could seri- ously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.
Page 17: Problems With Your Vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is...
Page 18: Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (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 order a recall and remedy campaign.
Page 19: At A Glance
At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel...
Page 20: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit...
Page 21 Item Page 1 Headlamp washer switch* 2 Combination switch Turn signals Windshield wipers High beam 3 Cruise control lever Cruise control Distronic* 4 Multifunction steering wheel 5 Instrument cluster 6 Lever for voice control system*, see separate op- erating instructions 7 Starter switch Item Page...
Page 22: Instrument Cluster
At a glance Instrument cluster Instrument cluster...
Page 23 Item Page Left turn signal indi- cator lamp ESP warning lamp 3 Speedometer 4 Multifunction display with: Basic display with outside 134, temperature display Status indicator with mal- 134, function warning message Trip odometer Distance warning lamp Vehicles without Distronic*: Warning lamp without func- tion.
Page 24: Multifunction Steering Wheel
At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Item Page 1 Multifunction display Operating control sys- 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume ç down / to decrease æ up / to increase 3 Telephone*: Press button í to take a call to dial a call ì...
Page 25: Important Notice For California Center Console
Center console Upper part Item Page 1 Seat heater*, driver’s side Seat ventilation*, driver’s side 2 Parking assist* (Parktronic system*) deactivation switch 3 ESP control switch 4 Hazard warning flasher on/off switch 5 Central locking switch 6 Rear head restraints, low- ering switch 7 Tow-away alarm switch Anti-theft alarm system in-...
Page 26: Lower Part
At a glance Center console Lower part Item Page 1 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button 2 Soft top switch 3 Storage compartment 4 Thumbwheel for setting distance in Distronic* 5 Distance warning func- tion* on/off switch Item Page 6 Program mode selector for 163, automatic transmission 7 Gear selector lever for...
Page 27: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel 1 Tele Aid (emergency call 2 Hands-free microphone for 3 Temperature sensor for au- Item Page 4 Right reading lamp on/off system) button 5 Interior lighting control 6 Rear view mirror Tele Aid (emergency call system), telephone* and 7 Garage door opener voice control system* (see separate operating instruc-...
Page 28: Door Control Panel
At a glance Door control panel Door control panel Item Page 1 Door handle 2 Seat adjustment 3 Memory function (for stor- ing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel set- tings) 4 Switches for opening/clos- ing front door windows 5 Rear window override switch 6 Switches for opening/clos- ing rear windows...
Page 29: Getting Started
Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...
Page 30: Unlocking
Getting started Unlocking The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func- tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the infor- mation given here. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail”...
Page 31 Starter switch positions Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey 1 Power supplies to some electrical con- sumers, such as seat adjustment 2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position 3 Starting position Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 32: Unlocking With Keyless-Go
Getting started Unlocking Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO* If you have the KEYLESS-GO function, your vehicle checks whether the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is valid when you pull the door handle. If your SmartKey is valid, the doors will unlock, and you can open them. The function of the SmartKey overrules the KEYLESS-GO function.
Page 33 1 KEYLESS-GO start/stop button The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle. Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with SmartKey removed). Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P.
Page 34: Adjusting
Warning! Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the ve- hicle to deactivate the passenger front air- bag when it is properly installed.
Page 35 A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Seat adjustment The seat adjustment switches are located in each door.
Page 36 Getting started Adjusting Seat cushion tilt Press the switch up or down in the di- rection of arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported. Seat backrest tilt Press the switch forward or backward in the direction of arrow 5 until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.
Page 37: Steering Wheel
Folding front seat backrests forward 1 Release lever In addition to the front seat backrests, the front seat cushions can also be shifted forward to permit easy access to the rear whenever the seat is located in the rear half of its adjustment range. Swivel backrest forward by pulling the release lever until the seat moves in a combined forward and upward move-...
Page 38: Mirrors
Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel adjustment The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the steering column (lower left). 1 Adjusting steering column, in or out 2 Adjusting steering column, up or down Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1or 2 ( page 31).
Page 39 Exterior rear view mirror Warning! Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. Check your in- terior rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Page 40: Driving
( page 58). Warning! Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the ve- hicle to deactivate the passenger front air- bag when it is properly installed.
Page 41 According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat- ing positions. Infants 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 or lower anchors, fully in accor- dance with the child seat manufacturer's...
Page 42 Getting started Driving 1 Latch plate 2 Release button 3 Buckle With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of the seat belt presenter. Place the belt over your shoulder. Push latch plate 1 into buckle 3 until it clicks. If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion Proper use of seat belts...
Page 43: Starting The Engine
This could impair the effective- ness of the belts. Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. The seat belt presenter slides back: right after you pushed the latch plate 1 into buckle 3 and heard it click.
Page 44 Getting started Driving Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission P Park position with gear selector lever lock R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position For more information, see “Automatic transmission” ( page 157). Starting with the SmartKey Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P.
Page 45 Get a jump start ( page 388). If the engine does not start after several starting attempts, there could be a mal- function in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 46 Getting started Driving Parking brake 1 Parking brake pedal 2 Parking brake release handle Release the parking brake by pulling on handle 2. The indicator lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the clock goes out. Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 47: Switching On Headlamps
Warning! It is dangerous to shift the gear selector le- ver out of P or N if the engine speed is high- er than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accel- erate quickly forward or in reverse.
Page 48: Turn Signals And High Beam
Getting started Driving Turn signals and high beam The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 Turn signals, right 2 Turn signals, left Press the combination switch up 1 or down 2. To signal minor directional changes, move combination switch to point of resistance only and release.
Page 49 Switching on windshield wipers Turn the combination switch to the de- sired position depending on the inten- sity of the rain. 0 Windshield wipers off Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed The intermittent wiping interval is de- pendent on wetness of windshield.
Page 50 Remove blockage. Turn the windshield wipers on again. If windshield wipers fail to function at all in switch position I, set the combination switch to the next highest wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center...
Page 51: Problems While Driving
Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. Give very little gas. Have the problem repaired by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The coolant temperature is over 248°F (120°C) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.
Page 52: Parking And Locking
Getting started Parking and locking Parking and locking You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows: Warning! Wait until the vehicle is stationary before re- moving the SmartKey from the starter switch.
Page 53: Parking Brake
Parking brake 1 Parking brake 2 Release handle Step firmly on parking brake 1. When the engine is running, the indica- tor lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instru- ment cluster will be illuminated. Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 54: Switching Off Headlamps
Getting started Parking and locking Switching off headlamps Turn the exterior lamp switch to M ( page 47). For more information, see “Lighting” ( page 119). Turning off the engine Place the gear selector lever in position P. Always set the parking brake in addi- tion to shifting to position P.
Page 55 Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors. Be espe- cially careful when small children are around. Before closing doors, make sure there is no possibility of someone getting caught in a door during closing.
Page 56 Getting started Parking and locking If you hear a warning signal you have ei- ther forgotten to switch off the vehi- cles’s exterior lamps before open- ing the driver’s door, or tried to turn off the engine while the gear selector lever is not in P. Turn off the lights or place the gear se- lector lever in P.
Page 57: Safety And Security
Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems...
Page 58: Occupant Safety
For safety reasons, we strongly recom- mend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. More information can be found in the “Practical hints” section ( page 318).
Page 59: Airbags
SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you vis- it an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center im- mediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated...
Page 60 Automotive Corp. Warning! Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. Should you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the passenger front seat of your vehicle, you must properly use...
Page 61 Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost. Please contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.
Page 62 These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Given the considerable deployment speed and the textile structure of the airbags, there is the possibility of abra- sions or other injuries resulting from air- bag deployment.
Page 63 Front airbags 1 Driver airbag 2 Passenger airbag Driver and passenger airbags are de- ployed: in the event of a frontal impact if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold independently of the side impact air- bags The airbags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy- ment thresholds.
Page 64: Seat Belts
Warning! For the front seats, only use seat covers that have been approved by Mercedes-Benz for this model. Other seat covers may prevent the head-thorax bags from deploying correctly.
Page 65 Warning! For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and re- Always fasten your seat belt before driving straint systems for infants and chil- off. Always make sure your passengers are dren, see “Children in the vehicle” properly restrained, even those sitting in the ( page 69).
Page 66 Only use seat belts which have been ap- proved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation or to failure.
Page 67 When disposing of the emergency tension- and functioning correctly. See ing device, our safety instructions must be 1 indicator lamp ( page 58) followed. These are available at your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Safety and Security Occupant safety...
Page 68: Roll Bars
In this case, raise the roll bars manually before continuing to drive ( page 353). For safety reasons, drive only with the roll bars raised until the malfunction is repaired. Have your vehicle checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 69: Children In The Vehicle
Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child and recommended for use by Mercedes-Benz. Ensure that the infant or child is prop- erly secured by a belt at all times while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 70 Children 12 years old and under must never tions for installation and use. ride in the front seat, except in a Please read and observe warning labels Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart affixed to inside of vehicle and to infant compatible child seat, which operates with or child restraints.
Page 71 Safety and Security Occupant safety Special BabySmart compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, are required for use with the BabySmart air- bag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, the passenger front airbag will not deploy.
Page 72 If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system is not func- tioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the passenger seat. More information can be found in the “Practical hints”...
Page 73 Warning! Do not place powered-on laptops, cell phones and like electronic devices on the front passenger seat. Signals from such de- vices may interfere with the BabySmart system. Such signal interference may cause the PASS. AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp not to come on during self-test or be continuously lit, indicating that the system is not functioning.
Page 74: Blocking Of Rear Side Window Operation
Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.
Page 75: Panic Alarm
Panic alarm An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately minutes. 1 Â button Activating Press and hold button 1 for at least one second. Deactivating Press button 1 again Insert SmartKey in starter switch. Safety and Security Panic alarm For operation in the USA only: This de- vice complies with Part 15 of the...
Page 76: Driving Safety Systems
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Driving safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: ABS (Antilock Brake System) BAS (Brake Assist System) ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Warning! In winter operation, the maximum ef- fectiveness of the ABS, the BAS, and The following factors increase the risk of ac- the ESP is only achieved with winter...
Page 77: Abs
Warning! Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pump- ing the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking.
Page 78: Bas
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Emergency brake maneuver Keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal. Warning! The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction.
Page 79: Esp
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling. The ESP recognizes when a wheel is spin- ning or if the vehicle starts to skid. By ap- plying brakes to the appropriate wheel and by limiting engine output, the ESP works to stabilize the vehicle.
Page 80 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Because of the ESP’s automatic opera- tion, the engine must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop but- ton in position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer the vehicle is being towed with the front axle raised...
Page 81 Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! When the ESP warning lamp illuminated continuously, the ESP is switched off.
Page 82: Anti-Theft Systems
In case the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 83: Anti-Theft Alarm System
Anti-theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someone opens a door the trunk the hood. The alarm will stay on, even if the activat- ing element (a door, for example) is imme- diately closed.
Page 84: Tow-Away Alarm
Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Disarming the alarm system The alarm system is disarmed when you unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*. The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is deactivated The alarm system will rearm automati- cally again after approximately 40 sec- onds if no door was opened.
Page 85 Arming tow-away alarm When you lock your vehicle, the tow-away alarm is automatically armed after about 30 seconds. When you unlock your vehicle, the tow-away protection disarms automatically. Disarming tow-away alarm To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm be- fore towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train.
Page 86 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm: With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. Press the Œ or ‹ button on the SmartKey. With KEYLESS-GO* Grasp the outside door handle. Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.
Page 87: Controls In Detail
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Good visibility Automatic climate control Audio system Power windows Soft top Driving systems Loading Useful features...
Page 88: Locking And Unlocking
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper- ate the equipment installed on your vehi- cle. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.
Page 89 Factory setting Global unlocking Press button Œ. All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The vehicle will lock again automatically within approximately 40 seconds of un- locking if neither door nor trunk is opened, the SmartKey is not inserted in the starter switch, or the central locking switch is not activated.
Page 90 Use the mechanical key to lock the doors and the trunk ( page 349). If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Checking the batteries Press button ‹ or Œ. Battery check lamp 5 comes on brief- ly to indicate that the SmartKey batter- ies are in order.
Page 91: Smartkey With Keyless-Go
Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key immediately to your car insurance company. If necessary, have the mechanical lock replaced. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replace- ment. Controls in detail Locking and unlocking...
Page 92 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is valid, your vehicle unlocks the doors the glove box the trunk lid the fuel filler flap SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO 1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Opening button for trunk lid 3 Mechanical key locking tab 4 Œ...
Page 93 Doing so could impair the function of the KEYLESS-GO system. To lock or unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey with KEYLESS-Go must be lo- cated outside the vehicle within ap- proximately 3 ft (1 m) of a door or the trunk. In order to start the engine with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO: the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO...
Page 94 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Global unlocking Pull the door handle. The vehicle will lock again automatically within approximately 40 seconds of un- locking if neither door nor trunk is opened. The vehicles could inadvertently be un- locked if the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is within 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle and:...
Page 95 Use the mechanical key to lock the doors and the trunk (if applicable) ( page 349). If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Checking the batteries Press the lock button 1. Press the lock button at the driver’s door ( page 56).
Page 96 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Unlocking and opening the trunk lid A minimum height clearance of 5.41 ft (1.65 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The handle is located in the rear license plate recess. 1 Handle Pull on handle 1.
Page 97: Opening The Doors From The Inside
Report the loss immediately to your car insurance company. Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement. Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the in- side.
Page 98: Opening The Trunk
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking If you open a door, the side windows on that side of the vehicle will lower slight- ly. The windows close again when you close the door. Opening the trunk Opening the trunk from outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*) A minimum height clearance of 5.41 ft (1.65 m) is required to open the trunk lid.
Page 99 Opening the trunk from the inside You can open the trunk from the inside if the vehicle is stationary. A minimum height clearance of 5.41 ft (1.65 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The switch is located on the driver’s door. 1 Remote trunk lid switch with indicator lamp Press remote trunk lid switch 1.
Page 100: Closing The Trunk
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk 1 Handle Lower trunk lid by pulling firmly on handle 1. Close trunk lid with hands placed flat on it. Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk lid opening when closing the trunk.
Page 101 The trunk lid opens. The indicator lamp The trunk can also be opened using the in the switch comes on and remains lit SmartKey ( page 90) or from its inside in until the trunk is closed. an emergency, see “Trunk lid emergency release”...
Page 102 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk from outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*) 1 Trunk lid closing switch Press trunk lid closing switch 1 brief- The trunk lid closes. If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high), the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk reopens slightly.
Page 103 Closing the trunk from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) 1 Trunk lid closing switch Make sure you have the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you. Press trunk lid closing switch 1 brief- The trunk lid closes. If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g.
Page 104 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk and locking the vehi- cle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) 1 KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch You can close the trunk lid and lock the ve- hicle simultaneously. Make sure you have the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you.
Page 105: Trunk Lid Emergency Release
Trunk lid emergency release The emergency release button is located on the inside of the trunk lid. 1 Emergency release button Illumination of the emergency release but- ton: The button will flash for 30 minutes af- ter opening the trunk. The button will flash for 60 minutes af- ter closing the trunk.
Page 106: Separately Locking The Trunk
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Separately locking the trunk Your vehicle may be equipped with a func- tion permitting the separate locking of the trunk using the mechanical key. If present, this feature can permit you to deny any un- authorized person access to the trunk by locking the trunk separately and leaving the SmartKey less the mechanical key with...
Page 107: Separately Unlocking The Trunk
Separately unlocking the trunk Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 348). Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock. Turn the mechanical key counterclock- wise to neutral position 1. You can now open the trunk ( page 98).
Page 108: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Locking and unlocking from the inside You can lock or unlock the doors and the trunk from inside using the central locking switch. This can be useful, for example, if you want to lock the vehicle before starting to drive.
Page 109: Seats
Seats Information on seat adjustment can be found in the “Getting started” section ( page 34). Easy-entry/exit feature With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards and the driver’s seat moves to the rear. This allows easier entry into and exit from the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened.
Page 110: Front Seat Head Restraints
Controls in detail Seats Removing and installing front seat head restraints Information on head restraint adjustment can be found in the “Getting started” sec- tion ( page 36). Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level.
Page 111: Rear Seats Head Restraints
Rear seats head restraints Warning! For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the raised position when the rear seats are occupied. Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the lowering/raising operation of the head re- straints.
Page 112: Multicontour Seat
Controls in detail Seats Multicontour seat* The multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to provide additional lum- bar and side support. The seat cushion movement, backrest cushion height and curvature can be con- tinuously varied with switches on the right side of the seat after starting the engine.
Page 113: Seat Ventilation
Seat ventilation* Both switches for the front seats are locat- ed in the center console. 1 Seat ventilation The blue indicator lamps on the switch show which ventilation level you have selected: Level Two indicator lamps on One indicator lamp on No indicator lamp on Make sure the ignition is switched on.
Page 114: Seat Heating
Controls in detail Seats Seat heating* Vehicles without seat ventilation* Both switches for the front seats are locat- ed in the center console. 1 Normal heating 2 Rapid heating Make sure the ignition is switched on. All the lamps in the instrument cluster come on.
Page 115 Vehicles with seat ventilation* Both switches for the front seats are locat- ed in the center console. 1 Seat heating The red indicator lamps on the switch show the heating level you have selected: Level Two indicator lamps on One indicator lamp on No indicator lamp on Make sure the ignition is switched on.
Page 116: Memory Function
Controls in detail Memory function Memory function Prior to operating the vehicle, the driv- er should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and seat backrest angle if necessary, to en- sure adequate control, reach and com- fort.
Page 117: Storing Positions Into Memory
Storing positions into memory Adjust the seats, steering wheel and rear view mirrors to the desired posi- tion ( page 34). Turn button 2 to selected memory po- sition. Press memory button 1. Release memory button and push button 2 within three seconds. All the settings are stored at the select- ed position.
Page 118: Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position
Controls in detail Memory function Storing exterior rear view mirror park- ing position For easier parking, you can adjust the pas- senger-side exterior rear view mirror so that you can see the right rear wheel as soon as you engage reverse gear R. For information on activating the parking position feature, see “Setting parking posi- tion for exterior rear view mirror”...
Page 119: Lighting
Relevant information can be obtained at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Exterior lamp switch The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel.
Page 120 Controls in detail Lighting If you remove the SmartKey and open the driver’s door while the parking lamps or low beam headlamps are switched on, a warning sounds $ appears in the multifunction display the message Turn off lamps! pears in the multifunction display With the daytime running lamp mode activated and the engine running, the low beam headlamps cannot be...
Page 121 Daytime running lamp mode With the daytime running lamp mode activated, the low beam headlamps will not be switched off automatically. When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps are automatically switched on. In low ambient light conditions the parking The front fog lamps and rear fog lamp lamps will also switch on.
Page 122 Controls in detail Lighting Switching on fog lamps Warning! In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions, only switch from position U to B with the vehicle at a standstill. Switching from U to B will briefly switch off the head- lamps.
Page 123: Combination Switch
Combination switch The combination switch is located on the left side of the steering column. 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher Switching on high beams Turn exterior lamp switch to position B or to U ( page 119). Push the combination switch in direction 1.
Page 124: Interior Lighting
Controls in detail Lighting With the hazard warning flasher acti- vated and the combination switch set for either left or right turn, only the re- spective left or right turn signal will op- erate when the SmartKey in the starter switch is in position 1 or 2.
Page 125: Door Entry Lamps
Deactivating automatic control Press the = symbol on rocker switch 2. The interior lighting remains switched off in darkness, even when you: unlock the vehicle open a door remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Manual control Switching all front interior lights on and Press the W symbol on rocker switch 2.
Page 126: Instrument Cluster
Controls in detail Instrument cluster Instrument cluster A full view illustration of the instrument cluster can be found in the “At a glance” section of this manual ( page 22). The instrument cluster is activated when open a door turn on the ignition press the reset button, see ( page 126) switch on the exterior lamps...
Page 127: Coolant Temperature Indicator
The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 120°C. Do- ing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Trip odometer Make sure you are viewing the trip odome- ter display ( page 129).
Page 128: Outside Temperature Indicator
Controls in detail Instrument cluster Outside temperature indicator Warning! The outside temperature indicator is not de- signed to serve as an ice-warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freez- ing point do not guarantee that the road sur- face is free of ice.
Page 129: Control System
Control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 1 or as soon as the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button is in position 1. The control system enables you call up information about your vehicle change vehicle settings For example, you can use the control sys- tem to find out when your vehicle is next...
Page 130: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Controls in detail Control system Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on the multifunc- tion steering wheel ( page 24). 1 Multifunction display in the speed- ometer Operating the control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting...
Page 131 It is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar- ranged in a circular pattern. If you press button è or ÿ re- peatedly, you will pass through each menu one after the other. If you press button k or j re- peatedly, you will pass through each function display, one after the other, in...
Page 132: Menus
Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus. The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus.
Page 133 Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Standard dis- AUDIO NAVI* play Digital speed- Select radio Activate ometer station route guid- ance Call up FSS Select satellite ra- dio station Check engine oil Operate CD level player* Operate cas- sette player Menu 4...
Page 134: Standard Display Menu
Controls in detail Control system The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not neces- sarily identical to those shown in the control system displays. The first function displayed in each menu will automatically show you which part of the system you are in.
Page 135 Select radio station Turn on the radio ( page 186). Vehi- cles with COMAND*: Refer to separate operating instructions. Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the currently tuned sta- tion in the display. 1 Waveband 2 Setting for station selection using memory 3 Station frequency Press button k or j repeatedly...
Page 136 Controls in detail Control system Feature description is based on prelim- inary information available at time of printing. For more information on satellite radio operation, see “Satellite radio (SAT)* (USA only)” ( page 192). Vehicles with COMAND*: Refer to sep- arate operating instructions.
Page 137: Nav Menu
To select the reverse side of the tape, press button below track number on the audio system display, or enter re- quest on the COMAND* system locat- ed in the center dashboard. NAV menu menu contains the functions need- ed to operate your navigation system. Press button è...
Page 138: Malfunction Memory Menu
Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages ( page 320). Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the malfunction message memory in the display.
Page 139: Settings Menu
Should any malfunctions occur while driv- ing, the number of malfunctions will reap- pear in the display when the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or removed from the starter switch. The message memory will be cleared when you turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.
Page 140 Controls in detail Control system Submenus in the Settings menu Press button k or j. In the display you see the collection of the submenus. Press button ç. The selection marker moves to the next submenu. The submenus are arranged by hierarchy. Scroll down with the ç...
Page 141 The table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De- tailed instructions on making individual settings can be found on the following pag- INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TIME Select temperature dis- Set time (hours) play mode Select speedometer dis- Set time (minutes) play mode Select language...
Page 142 Controls in detail Control system Instrument cluster submenu Access the Instr. cluster submenu via Settings menu. Use the Instr. clus- submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Select temperature display mode Select speedometer display mode Select language Select display (speed display or...
Page 143 Selecting language Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the Instr. cluster submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis- play: Language The selection marker is on the current setting.
Page 144 Controls in detail Control system Selecting display (speed display or out- side temperature) for standard display Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the Instr. cluster submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis- play: Basic display The selection marker is on the current...
Page 145 Set time (minutes) Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the Time submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis- play: Clock, minutes The selection marker is on the minute setting.
Page 146 Controls in detail Control system With daytime running lamp mode se- lected and the exterior lamp switch at position 0, the following lamps will come on automatically when the en- gine is turned on: Parking lamps and low beam head- lamps License plate lamps (in low ambient light conditions)
Page 147 Setting night security illumination (Exterior lamps delayed shut-off) Use the Headlamps delayed shut-off function to set whether and for how long you would like the exterior lamps to illumi- nate during darkness after all doors are closed. When the delayed shut-off feature is activated and the exterior lamp switch is in position U, the following lamps will remain lit after you remove the SmartKey...
Page 148 Controls in detail Control system Interior lighting delayed shut-off Use this function to set whether and for how long you would like the interior light- ing to remain lit during darkness after the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch. Move the selection marker with the æ...
Page 149 Setting station selection mode Use the Audio Search function to select the manual or memory station selection mode for the radio ( page 135). Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the Vehi- submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis- play: Audio Search function...
Page 150 Controls in detail Control system Activating easy-entry/exit feature Use this function to activate and deacti- vate the easy-entry/exit feature. When the feature is activated, the steering wheel and driver’s seat will move back to facilitate ex- iting when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch open the driver’s door However, the engine must be turned off.
Page 151 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to submenu. Convenience Press button j or k repeatedly Steering col. until you see this message in the dis- play: Function Easy-entry feature Steer. col. + seat The selection marker is on the current setting.
Page 152: Trip Computer Menu
Controls in detail Control system Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to submenu. Convenience Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis- play: Mirror adjustment parking aid The selection marker is on the current setting.
Page 153 All statistics stored since the last en- gine start will be reset approximately four hours after the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or removed from the starter switch. Resetting will not occur if you turn the SmartKey back to position 1 or 2 with- in this time period.
Page 154: Tel Menu
Controls in detail Control system TEL menu* Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we rec- ommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a tele- phone call.
Page 155 Answering a call Vehicles with Audio system: When your telephone is ready to receive The signal strength is indicated in the calls, you can answer a call at any time. In top right corner, for example “S9”. The the display you will then see the message: higher the number, the stronger the signal from the cellular network.
Page 156 Controls in detail Control system Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the display. The stored names are displayed in as- cending or descending alphabetical or- der. If you press and hold j or k for longer than one second, the system scrolls rapidly through the list of names until you release the button again.
Page 157: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission Information on driving with an automatic transmission is found in the “Getting started” section ( page 44). Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjust- ments are performed based on current operating and driving conditions.
Page 158: One-Touch Gearshifting
Controls in detail Automatic transmission One-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear selector lever is in position D. Downshifting Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D– direction. The transmission will shift from the current gear to the next lower gear.
Page 159: Gear Ranges
Gear ranges With the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by pressing the gear selector lever to the left (D-), and reverse the gear range limit by pressing the gear selector lever to the right (D+).
Page 160: Gear Selector Lever Position
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear selector lever position Effect ì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked. Place gear selector lever in position P only when vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked.
Page 161: Steering Wheel Gearshift Control
Shift into reverse gear only when the vehicle is stopped. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 162 Controls in detail Automatic transmission The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to the left and right of the steering wheel. 1 Shift button 2 Left button: downshift 3 Right button: upshift Downshifting Press button 2 on the left side of the steering wheel.
Page 163: Program Mode Selector Switch
Program mode selector switch The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console. 1 Program mode selector switch S Sport For standard driving C Comfort For comfort driving Never change the program mode when the gear selector lever is out of position P.
Page 164: Manual Shift Program Clk 55 Amg
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Program mode selector switch The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console.
Page 165 Downshifting Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction ( page 158). Press button 2 on the left side of the steering wheel ( page 161). The transmission shifts to the next lower gear. Warning! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action.
Page 166: (Limp Home Mode)
Move gear selector lever to P. Turn off the engine. Wait at least ten seconds before restarting. Restart the engine. Move gear selector lever to position D (for second gear) or R. Have the transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 167: Good Visibility
Good visibility Windshield wipers More information on the windshield wipers can be found in the “Getting started” sec- tion ( page 48). Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the vehicle is at a standstill and a door is opened. A rain sensor automatically controls the windshield wipers depending on how wet the windshield is.
Page 168: Rear View Mirror
Controls in detail Good visibility Rear view mirror More information on setting the rear view mirrors can be found in the “Getting start- ed” section ( page 38). Automatic antiglare rear view mirror The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on,...
Page 169 Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position Follow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so that the passen- ger-side exterior rear view mirror will be turned downward to the stored position. Make sure you have stored a parking position for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror ( page 118).
Page 170: Sun Visors
Controls in detail Good visibility Sun visors The sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving. Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others.
Page 171: Rear Window Defroster
Rear window defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep battery drain to a minimum, switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear. The de- froster is automatically deactivated after approximately 6 to 17 minutes of opera- tion depending on the outside tempera- ture.
Page 172: Automatic Climate Control
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Automatic climate control...
Page 173 Item 1 Left side air vent, adjustable 2 Left center air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for center air vents 4 Right center air vent, adjustable 5 Right side air vent, adjustable 6 Automatic climate control panel 7 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side center air vent 8 Thumbwheel for lowering tempera-...
Page 174 Controls in detail Automatic climate control The automatic climate control is operation- al whenever the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in ei- ther the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depend- ing on the selected interior temperature and the current outside temperature.
Page 175: Setting The Temperature
Setting the temperature Use temperature controls ( page 173) 1 and 2 for the left side or 7 and 8 for the right side to separately adjust the air temperature on each side of the passenger compartment. You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small incre- ments, preferably starting at 72°F (22°C).
Page 176: Adjusting Air Distribution
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Adjusting air distribution Use the air distribution controls 7 and 9 ( page 172) to separately adjust the air distribution on each side of the passenger compartment. The following symbols are found on the controls: Symbol Function Directs air through the center, side and rear passenger com-...
Page 177: Adjusting Air Volume
Adjusting air volume Adjusting manually Seven blower speeds are available. Press left M or right Q side of air volume control switch until the re- quested blower speed is attained. The display “AUTO” disappears and the automatic mode is switched off. The selected blower speed is shown in the display.
Page 178: Air Recirculation Mode
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside. This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment. Warning! When the outside temperature is below 41°F (5°C), only switch to air recirculation...
Page 179: Charcoal Filter
Deactivating Press button , ( page 173). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. If you keep button , pressed, the side windows will return to their previ- ous position. Charcoal filter The air recirculation mode is deactivat- An activated charcoal filter markedly re- ed automatically: duces bad odors and removes pollutants after five minutes if the outside...
Page 180: Climate Control System
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Warning Never operate the side windows if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. In the event that the procedure causes po- tential danger, the closing of the side win- dows can be immediately halted by releasing the e button or by pressing or pulling the respective window switch.
Page 181: Air Conditioning
The air conditioning cannot be turned on again. Have the air conditioning system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Controls in detail Automatic climate control Residual heat and ventilation* With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes.
Page 182: Rear Passenger Compartment 2
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Deactivating Press button ° ( page 173). The indicator lamp on button ° goes off. The residual heat is automatically turned off: when the ignition is switched on after about 30 minutes if the battery voltage drops How long the system will provide heat- ing depends on the coolant tempera- ture and the temperature set by the...
Page 183: Audio System
Audio system Audio and telephone, operation These instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Mercedes-Benz audio system. They con- tain useful tips and a detailed description of the user functions. Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could...
Page 184: Operating And Display Elements
Controls in detail Audio system Operating and display elements...
Page 185 Item Page 1 CD mode selector 2 Manual tuning (radio) Fast forward/reverse 198, (cassette, CD) Speed dialing memory (telephone*) 3 Radio mode selector 4 Display panel Cassette compartment behind display panel Item Page 5 Alpha-numeric keypad Band selection, station buttons (radio) CD selection (CD) Telephone number entry, retrieving speed dialing...
Page 186: Button And Soft Key Operation
Controls in detail Audio system Button and soft key operation In these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the function buttons (left side of radio panel) are referred to as “buttons”. The four keys below the display panel are referred to as “soft keys”.
Page 187 Bass Regardless of operating mode, press key repeatedly until BASS appears on the display. Press key to increase or de- crease level. Press both keys simultaneously to reset the Bass to its center (flat) lev- Treble Regardless of operating mode, press key repeatedly until TREBLE appears on the display.
Page 188 Controls in detail Audio system Balance Regardless of operating mode, press key repeatedly until BALANCE appears on the display. Press key to shift sound accord- ingly to the left or right speakers. Press both keys simultaneously to reset the Balance to its center level. Returning audio functions to factory settings Regardless of operating mode, press...
Page 189: Radio Operation
You can select from among the following settings: : The tone level is set to the Driver position; sound is directed toward the passengers. : The tone level is set for Speech, optimizing the sound for the spoken word. : The tone level is set for Ambience, producing a three-dimensional sound.
Page 190 Controls in detail Audio system Direct frequency input Select the desired frequency band. Press “ button. Enter desired frequency using buttons 4 to M. You can only enter frequencies within the respective waveband. If a button is not pressed within four seconds, the radio will return to the station last tuned to.
Page 191 Scan tuning Starting scan tuning Select desired frequency band. Press 2 button. will appear on the display. The radio briefly tunes in all receivable stations on the band selected. The first scan cycle will tune in only the stations with a strong signal. The second scan cycle will tune in every receivable station.
Page 192: Satellite Radio (Sat)* (Usa Only)
At time of printing, no date for availabil- ity of optional equipment required for satellite radio operation had been set. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. Satellite radio service may be unavail- able or interrupted from time to time...
Page 193 Starting satellite radio (SAT) Start radio mode. If the radio was in SAT radio mode be- fore being turned off or changed to an- other operating mode, the last SAT channel selected is called up. Press the key. When you call up the SAT radio mode for the first time, will appear ACQUIRING...
Page 194 Controls in detail Audio system Channel selection The following options are available for se- lecting a channel: Direct channel input ( page 194) Manual tuning ( page 194) Preset channels ( page 194) Direct channel input Press “ key. Enter desired channel number using buttons 4 to M.
Page 195 Program type (PTY) mode In PTY mode, you can tune in and select channels of a specific program type. Calling up PTY mode Start SAT radio mode. Press the key. The name of the channel currently being received is shown. Leaving PTY mode Press the key.
Page 196: Cassette Operation
Controls in detail Audio system Cassette operation Playing cassettes Press 3 button. The display panel folds down and the cassette compartment becomes ac- cessible. Insert cassette into the cassette com- partment until it engages and tap it gently. The cassette will be pulled in automati- cally.
Page 197 Cassette eject Press eject button 3. The display folds down and the cas- sette is ejected. The system will switch back to radio mode automatically. Fold display panel back up and press gently on the display panel frame to lock it. Do not press directly on the display face.
Page 198 Controls in detail Audio system Scanning Starting scan Press 2 button. will appear on the display. Each track on the cassette will be played briefly in ascending order. Stopping scan Press 2, d, c, f or e button. The system will switch to Play. Fast forward/reverse Starting cassette fast forward mode Press d button.
Page 199: Cd Changer* Operation
Dolby NR (noise reduction system) To enable optimum sound reproduction of cassettes recorded using Dolby B NR, the Dolby NR system should be switched on. The Dolby NR function should be switched off when playing cassettes not recorded with Dolby B NR. DOLBY and the double-D symbol Ù...
Page 200 Controls in detail Audio system Only use original CDs. Using copied CDs may create problems during playback. Clean CDs from time to time with a com- mercially available cleaning cloth. Do not use solvents, anti-static sprays, etc. for cleaning. Replace the CD in its case after use.
Page 201 1 CD 2 CD changer 3 CD tray 4 CD magazine Remove magazine and pull CD tray fully out. Place CD in recess of tray, label side Push tray into magazine in direction of arrow. CDs which have been inserted improp- erly or are unreadable will not be played.
Page 202 Controls in detail Audio system Skipping tracks forward/backward Skipping tracks forward Press f button. The next track will be played. Skipping tracks backward Press e button. If the track has been playing for more than ten seconds, it will revert to the start of that track.
Page 203: Telephone* Operation
Repeat The repeat function (RPT) repeats the cur- rent track. Switching on repeat: Press the key. is highlighted in the display. Switching off repeat: Press the key. The highlighted in the display dis- appears. The Random play and Repeat function cannot be used simultaneously.
Page 204 Controls in detail Audio system Switching on the telephone Press h button. If you have programmed an unlock code for the telephone, you must enter the code now. Enter the desired telephone number using buttons 4 to M. If necessary, correct number entered with the key.
Page 205 Phone book The numbers stored in the phone book can be called up either by name or number. Calling up the phone book Press d, c, f or e but- ton. Switching between name search and number search Press the key.
Page 206 Controls in detail Audio system Searching and selecting phone book en- tries by number Press the key. The current number is marked in the display. Press either the d or c button. The stored entries are selected according to numerical order. Press either the f or e button.
Page 207 Automatic repeat dialing (redial) If a call cannot be connected, press key. REDIAL will appear on the display and re- peated attempts to place the call will be made for the next four minutes. Selecting numbers directly from the directory Enter previously selected 3-digit (1-999) number of the entry using number keys 4 to M.
Page 208 Controls in detail Audio system Emergency call Press button 4 longer than one second. A call will be placed to the saved num- ber (e.g. 911). Please be aware that the 911 emergen- cy call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal of- fense.
Page 209 Accepting an incoming call in cassette, CD or radio mode If the telephone is activated in the back- ground (receiving symbol visible on dis- play), the audio source is muted when a call is received. The ringing tone is heard and the caller’s telephone number or the name under which this telephone number has been saved in the telephone book ap-...
Page 210: Power Windows
Controls in detail Power windows Power windows Opening and closing the windows The side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches for all the side windows are on the driver’s door. The switches for the respective windows are on the front passenger door and the rear side trim panels.
Page 211 Opening the windows You can also open or close the win- dows using the: Soft top switch ( page 212) SmartKey (summer opening/con- venience feature) ( page 213) button , in the control panel of Closing the windows the automatic climate control ( page 173).
Page 212 Controls in detail Power windows If the upward movement of a door win- dow is blocked during the closing pro- cedure, the door window will stop and open slightly. Remove the obstruction, pull the switch again past the resistance point and release.
Page 213 Warning! Never operate the windows if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure. In case the procedure causes potential dan- ger, the procedure can be immediately halt- ed by releasing the soft top switch. To reverse direction of movement press soft top switch twice for opening or lift soft top switch twice for closing.
Page 214: Synchronizing Power Windows
Controls in detail Power windows Opening (Summer opening feature) Press and hold button Œ after un- locking the vehicle. The windows and soft top begin to open after approximately one second. Release the Œ button to stop proce- dure. Closing (Convenience feature) Press and hold button ‹...
Page 215: Soft Top
Soft top Opening and closing the soft top For safety reasons, the soft top can only be opened and closed when the vehicle is standing still. Warning! Before operating the switch for the soft top, make sure no persons can be injured by the moving parts (roll bar, soft top frame, and soft top compartment cover).
Page 216 Controls in detail Soft top Luggage cover The luggage cover is located in the trunk. 1 Luggage cover Latch luggage cover Pull luggage cover 1 out in direction of arrow until it engages in place. Folding back luggage cover Press luggage cover in direction of rear seat.
Page 217 Ski sack roller blind* The ski sack roller blind is located in the trunk. Closing ski sack roller blind 1 Left hinge 2 Right hinge 3 Pull strap Pull ski sack roller blind downward us- ing pull strap 3. Manually fold left 1 and right hinges 2 of ski sack roller blind all the way down.
Page 218 Controls in detail Soft top Opening the soft top Soft top switch 1 Indicator lamp 2 Soft top opening Before pulling on the soft top switch, you must make sure: the parking brake is engaged ( page 46) the luggage cover is latched, see “Latch luggage cover”...
Page 219 Do not lower a frozen soft top until thawed and dry. Doing so may result in damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Controls in detail Soft top Closing the soft top Soft top switch...
Page 220 Controls in detail Soft top Before pressing the soft top switch, you must make sure: the parking brake is engaged ( page 46) the trunk lid is closed the ignition is switched on (SmartKey in starter switch position 2 or press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button twice) Press the soft top switch as indicated by the arrow 2 until the soft top is...
Page 221 Unlocked status noticed when stopped Switch on the ignition. To lock the soft top in its fully closed position, press soft top switch. The message will be shown Top closed in the multifunction display. To lock the soft top in its fully opened position, pull up on the soft top switch.
Page 222 Controls in detail Soft top Opening and closing the soft top with the SmartKey The windows will also be opened or closed when you operate the power windows with the SmartKey. Warning! Before operating the soft top, make sure no persons can be injured by the moving parts (roll bar, soft top frame, and soft top com- partment cover) due to negligence.
Page 223 Closing (Convenience feature) Aim the transmitter eye at the door handle. Press and hold button ‹ until the soft top is completely closed. The windows and soft top begin to close after approximately one second. During the closing procedure the multi- function display shows the message Top in operation If the soft top is closed and locked, the...
Page 224 Controls in detail Soft top Installing Remove the wind screen from its stor- age bag. 1 Upper section 2 Lower section Fold sections 1 and 2 together. 3 Catch 4 Retainer claw 5 Snap fastener Press retainer claw 4 on upper sec- tion into snap fastener 5 of lower sec- tion.
Page 225 Pull catch 8 back and guide left re- taining pin into mounting fixture on left side. Fold upper section of wind screen up toward head restraints until it stops. Warning! Check for secure locking by pulling up on the wind screen. To prevent personal injury, remove wind screen if rear seats are to be occupied by passengers.
Page 226: Driving Systems
Controls in detail Driving systems Driving systems The driving systems of your vehicle are de- scribed on the following pages: Cruise control and Distronic*, with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed Parktronic*, which serves as a parking assistant. For information on the BAS, ABS, and ESP driving systems, see “Driving safety sys- tems”...
Page 227 1 Set current or higher speed 2 Set current or lower speed 3 Cancel cruise control 4 Resume at last set speed Setting current speed Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. Briefly lift 1 or depress 2 the cruise control lever.
Page 228 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting a higher speed Lift cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the desired speed is reached. Release cruise control lever. The new speed is set. Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate cruise control.
Page 229: Distronic
Distronic* When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control system increases the driving convenience afforded by the cruise control during travel on expressways and other major roads. If the Distronic distance sensor detects a slower moving vehicle directly ahead, your vehicle speed will be reduced so that you follow that vehicle at a preset distance.
Page 230 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! Distronic cannot take street and traffic con- ditions into account. Only use Distronic if the road, traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed. Warning! Use of Distronic can be dangerous on slip- pery roads.
Page 231 Distronic displays in the speedometer dial 1 Set speed If Distronic is activated, one or two seg- ments come on around the set speed. The vehicle speed displayed on the speedometer can briefly vary from the speed setting on the Distronic system. 1 Segments If Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead, the segments (representing the dif-...
Page 232 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! An intermittent warning sounds and the Distronic warning lamp in the instrument cluster is illuminated if the Distronic system calculates that the distance to the vehicle ahead and your vehicle’s current speed indi- cate that Distronic will not be capable of slowing the vehicle sufficiently to maintain the preset following distance, which creates a danger of a collision.
Page 233 Distronic deactivated If Distronic is deactivated the standard dis- play of Distronic appears in the multifunc- tion display. 1 Vehicle ahead, if detected 2 Actual distance to vehicle ahead 3 Preset distance treshold to vehicle ahead 4 Your vehicle 5 Symbol for activated distance warning function Distronic activated When you turn Distronic on, you will see...
Page 234 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating Distronic You can activate Distronic if you are driving between 25 mph (40 km/h) and 110 mph (180 km/h) the ESP is activated ( page 79) If Distronic has not been activated after pressing the cruise control lever you will see the message in the multifunction display.
Page 235 Setting a lower speed Briefly tip cruise control lever in the di- rection of arrow 2 ( page 233) to de- crease vehicle speed in increments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). The new speed is set. The stored speed is displayed in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds ( page 233), and one or two segments around the stored speed...
Page 236 Controls in detail Driving systems Deactivating Distronic There are several ways to deactivate the Distronic system: Briefly tip cruise control lever in the di- rection of arrow 3 ( page 233). Step on the brake pedal. Distronic will be deactivated. The last speed set will be stored into memory.
Page 237 1 Distance warning function on/off switch 2 Control lamp 3 Thumbwheel for setting distance Increasing distance Increasing the distance setting causes Dis- tronic to maintain a greater following dis- tance to the vehicle ahead. Turn thumbwheel 3 towards ¯. Decreasing distance Decreasing the distance setting causes Distronic to maintain a shorter following distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 238 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating Press switch 1. Indicator lamp 2 on the switch comes on. A loudspeaker symbol appears in the multifunction display ( page 233). Deactivating Press switch 1. Indicator lamp 2 on the switch goes out. No loudspeaker symbol appears in the multifunction display.
Page 239 The most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially at times of snow and ice or heavy rain. In such a case, Dis- tronic will switch off, and the message Distronic Currently unavailable! see oper.
Page 240 Controls in detail Driving systems Offset driving A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by Distronic. There will be insuffi- cient distance to the vehicle ahead. Lane changing Distronic has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes.
Page 241: Parktronic (Parking Assist)
Parktronic (Parking assist)* Warning! Parktronic is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always rests with the driver. Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes (e.g.
Page 242 Controls in detail Driving systems Range of the sensors To function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors regularly, being careful not to scratch or damage the sensors. Front sensors Center approx. 39 in (100 cm) Corners approx.
Page 243 Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the driver the rel- ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle. The warning indicator for the front area is located above the center air vents in the dashboard. The warning indi- cator for the rear area is integrated be- tween the rear backrests.
Page 244 Controls in detail Driving systems Switching the Parktronic system on/off You can switch off the Parktronic system manually. The Parktronic switch is located in the cen- ter console. 1 Parktronic off 2 Indicator lamp 3 Parktronic on Switching off the Parktronic system Press upper half 1 of the switch.
Page 245: Loading
Loading Ski sack* Unfolding and loading Close soft top completely ( page 219). Open trunk lid. Fold luggage cover back in direction of the arrow. 1 Left hinge 2 Right hinge 3 Pull strap Pull ski sack roller blind upward using pull strap 3.
Page 246 Controls in detail Loading 7 Velcro strap Unfasten velcro strap 7. Pull ski sack into passenger compart- ment and unfold. 8 Flap 9 Catch Pull down catch 9. Open the flap 8 downwards in the di- rection of the arrow. From trunk, slide skis into ski sack.
Page 247 a Strap Tighten strap a by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski sack are tightly secured. b Hook c Eye Connect hook b to eye c located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench.
Page 248 For removal of the ski sack we recommend word PRESS can be seen. that you contact an authorized Fold luggage cover back and close it Mercedes-Benz Center. securely ( page 216). Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk open while the ski sack is removed. Deadly carbon...
Page 249: Loading Instructions
Loading instructions The total load weight including vehicle oc- cupants and luggage/cargo should not ex- ceed the vehicle capacity weight indicated on the certification tag which can be found on the left door pillar. The handling characteristics of a fully load- ed vehicle depend greatly on the load dis- tribution.
Page 250: Useful Features
Make sure no objects fall into the open- ings of the subwoofer between the rear seats. If necessary, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to remove any objects which may have fallen into the openings. Glove box 1 Glove box...
Page 251 Cup holder in the dashboard Warning! When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills. Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents, especially hot liquids, could spill during vehicle maneuvers.
Page 252 Controls in detail Useful features Opening telephone compartment Lift armrest by pushing button 2 or 3. Closing telephone compartment Lower armrest until it locks into place. Locking compartment Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey ( page 348). Turn the compartment lock to position 5.
Page 253: Ashtrays
Parcel net in front passenger footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. It is for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc. Warning! Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or ob- jects having sharp edges, in the parcel net.
Page 254: Cigarette Lighter
Controls in detail Useful features Reinstalling the ashtray insert Install insert by pushing back into frame until it engages again. Rear seat ashtray Opening ashtray Pull at top of cover to open ashtray. Removing ashtray insert Press latch 1 to disengage ashtray in- sert and remove it.
Page 255: Floormats
Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat- tended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 256: Telephone
The external antenna must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for informa- tion on the installation of an approved external antenna. Refer to the radio trans- mitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna.
Page 257: Tele Aid
Tele Aid* The initial activation of the Tele Aid sys- tem may only be performed by com- pleting the subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call using the SOS button. Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a system that is not activated.
Page 258 If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as ex- pected. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated automatically:...
Page 259 When the connection is established, the message Emergency call – Call con- appears in the multifunction dis- nected play. All information relevant to the emergency, such as the location of the ve- hicle (determined by the GPS satellite loca- tion system), vehicle model, identification number and color are generated.
Page 260 Press and hold the button (for longer than two seconds). A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside As- sistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message Roadside As- sistance –...
Page 261 Describe the nature of the need for as- sistance. The Mercedes-Benz Roadside assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as labor and/or towing, charges may ap- ply.
Page 262 Tele Aid – Info call active appears in the multifunction display. Infor- mation regarding the operation of your ve- hicle, the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com and...
Page 263 Tele Aid system has detected a fault or the service is not currently ac- tive, and may not initiate a call. Visit your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked or con- tact the Response Center at Should a higher priority call be initiated...
Page 264 In case you have locked your vehicle unin- tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the reserve SmartKey is not handy: Contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). You will be asked to provide your pass- word which you provided when you completed the subscriber agreement.
Page 265: Garage Door Opener
Report the incident to the police. The police will issue a numbered inci- dent report. Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center along with your password issued to you when you subscribed to the service. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s...
Page 266 If you should experience diffi- culties with programming the transmit- ter, contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Page 267 Programming or reprogramming the in- tegrated remote control Step 1: Switch on ignition. Step 2: If you have previously programmed an integrated signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. Otherwise, press and hold the two outer signal transmit- ter buttons 2 and 4 and release them only when the indicator light be- gins to flash after approximately 20...
Page 268 Controls in detail Useful features If the indicator lamp 1 blinks rapidly for about two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with pro- gramming steps 8 through 12 as your garage door opener may be equipped with the “rolling code” feature. Step 7: To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with...
Page 269 Step 12: Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Step 13: To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3. Gate operator/Canadian programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 270 Controls in detail Useful features Erasing the integrated remote control memory Switch on ignition. Simultaneously hold down the signal transmitter buttons 2 and 4, for ap- proximately 20 seconds, until the indi- cator lamp 1 blinks rapidly. Do not hold for longer than 30 seconds. The codes of all three channels are erased.
Page 271: Operation
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...
Page 272: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the “Operation” section you will find de- tailed information on operating, maintain- ing and caring for your vehicle. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satis- fied you will be with its performance later Drive your vehicle during the first 1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but...
Page 273: Driving Instructions
Service Booklet and as required by the FSS. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driv- ing in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly country.
Page 274: Brakes
Have the brake system inspected immedi- ately. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only install brake pads and brake fluid rec- ommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 275: Driving Off
Doing so may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not cov- ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited War- ranty. Simultaneously depressing the acceler- ator pedal and applying the brake re-...
Page 276: Tires
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have it towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for re- pairs. Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six...
Page 277: Hydroplaning
Under such weather conditions, drive, steer and brake with extreme caution. Operation Driving instructions Mercedes-Benz recommends M+S rated radial-ply tires with a minimum tread depth of approximately in (4 mm) on all four wheels for the winter season to ensure normal balanced handling characteristics.
Page 278: Tire Speed Rating
Operation Driving instructions Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driv- ing speeds appropriate to prevailing condi- tions. Warning! Even when permitted by law, never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maxi- mum speed rating of the tires.
Page 279: Winter Driving Instructions
Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering maneuvers. Do not use the cruise control system under such conditions. When the vehicle is in danger of skidding, move gear selector lever to position N.
Page 280: Standing Water
The trunk is the preferred place to carry ob- jects. Driving abroad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz Center directory, you should request pertinent information from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 281: Control And Operation Of Radio Transmitters
Operation Driving instructions Catalytic converter Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial con- trol of the pollutants in the exhaust emis- sions.
Page 282: Emission Control
Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly accord- ing to Mercedes-Benz servicing require- ments. For details refer to the Service Booklet. Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health.
Page 283: Coolant Temperature
The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature over 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious en- gine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! Driving when your engine is badly over- heated can cause some fluids, which may have leaked into the engine com- partment, to catch fire.
Page 284: At The Gas Station
Operation At the gas station At the gas station Refueling Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious inju- ry. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extinguish all smoking materials. Never allow sparks, flame or smoking materials near gasoline! Failure to remove the fuel cap slowly could result in personal injury.
Page 285 Warning! Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pres- sure in the system which could cause a gas discharge. This could cause the gas to spray back out when removing the fuel pump noz- zle, which could cause personal injury. Replace the fuel cap by turning it to the right.
Page 286: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip
Opening hood ( page 287). brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks immediately. Noti- Vehicle lighting fy an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Check function and cleanliness.For more immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For information on replacing light bulbs, see “Replacing bulbs”...
Page 287: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Hood Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehi- cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. Opening 1 Hood lock release Pull lever 1 downwards. The hood is unlocked. To avoid damage to the windshield wip- ers or hood, never open the hood if the wiper arms are folded forward away...
Page 288: Engine Oil
Do not use any special lubricant addi- tives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz will restrict your warranty entitlement. More information on this subject is available at any Mercedes-Benz...
Page 289 Checking engine oil level with the con- trol system When checking the oil level the vehicle must be parked on level ground be at normal operating temperature have been stationary for at least five minutes with the engine turned off To check the engine oil level via the multifunction display, do the following: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch...
Page 290 Mercedes-Benz Center. Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on messages in the display concerning engine oil can be found in the “Practical hints”...
Page 291: Transmission Fluid Level
Engine compartment Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the en- gine and catalytic converter not cov- ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck. Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to be checked.
Page 292: Coolant
Operation Engine compartment Coolant The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine must be cool. The coolant expansion tank is located on the passenger side of the engine compart- ment.
Page 293 The coolant level is correct if the level for cold coolant: reaches the black top part of the reservoir for warm coolant: is approx. 0.6 in (1.5 cm) higher Add coolant as required. Replace and tighten cap. More information on coolant can be found in the “Technical data”...
Page 294: Battery
When replacing the battery, always use batteries approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about steps you need to observe.
Page 295: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System
Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment. 1 Washer fluid reservoir Fluid for the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. It has a capacity of approx.
Page 296: Tires And Wheels
When replacing rims, only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular rim type. Failure to do so can re- sult in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident.
Page 297: Important Guidelines
Important guidelines Only use sets of tires and rims of the same type and make. Tires must be of the correct size for the rim. Break in new tires for approximately 60 miles (100 km) at moderate speeds. Regularly check the tires and rims for damage.
Page 298: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
Operation Tires and wheels Checking tire inflation pressure Warning! If the tire pressure drops repeatedly: Check the tires for punctures from for- eign objects. Check to see whether air is leaking from the valves or from around the rim. Correct the tire pressure only when tires are cold.
Page 299: Rotating Wheels
Operation Tires and wheels Warning! Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel. Wheels could become loose if not tightened with a torque of 80 lb-ft (110 Nm). Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle's rims.
Page 300: Winter Driving
Operation Winter driving Winter driving Before the onset of winter, have your vehi- cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service in- cludes: Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. Addition of cleaning concentrate to the water of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system.
Page 301: Block Heater
Operation Winter driving Only use snow chains that are ap- proved by Mercedes-Benz. Your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location. Always check local and state laws before installing snow chains.
Page 302: Maintenance
Service A exceeded by XXXXX miles (km) Service A exceeded by XXX days Service A exceeded by X day The Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the service indicator following a completed service.
Page 303: Calling Up The Service Indicator
Resetting the service indicator In the event that the service on your vehi- cle is not carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, you can reset the service indicator yourself. Switch on ignition. The standard display of the control sys- tem appears ( page 129).
Page 304: Vehicle Care
Post-production treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in the production process and others ap- plied later.
Page 305 We have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology. You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved car-care products at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the car-care products recommended here.
Page 306 Vehicle washing Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Only use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz ap- proved Car Shampoo. Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a dif- fused jet of water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the ventilation intake.
Page 307 They will cause damage which is not cov- ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited War- ranty. Operation Vehicle care Ornamental moldings For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome-plated parts, use a chrome clean-...
Page 308 Cleaning the Distronic* system sensor cover 1 Distronic* system sensor cover Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham- poo, with plenty of water to clean sen- sor cover 1. To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and only use a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the sensor cover.
Page 309 Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels. If possible, clean wheels once a week with Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, us- ing a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water. Follow instructions on container.
Page 310 Carefully dab nubuck leather upholstery with a microfiber cloth to remove oil stains. Do not use Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care or any solvents to clean nubuck leather upholstery. Avoid hard scrubbing on nubuck leath- er upholstery.
Page 311: Practical Hints
Practical hints What to do if …? Where will I find...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Opening/closing in an emergency Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses...
Page 312: What To Do If
Continue driving with added caution. Wheels will lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions in- creases the risk of an accident.
Page 313 Release the parking brake ( page 46). Risk of accident! Carefully stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. If you find that the brake fluid in the...
Page 314 The Limp-Home mode is canceled. You do not need to have your vehicle checked. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. An on-board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics system.
Page 315 Have the cooling system checked. If the coolant temperature is below 257°F (125°C), you can continue driving to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Avoid high engine loads (e.g. driving uphill) and stop-and-go driving. Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and coolant to cool down.
Page 316 You may need to brake or maneuver to avoid hitting an obstacle. Switch the ESP back on ( page 81). If the ESP cannot be switched back on, have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 317 Exceptions: ( page 80). Failure to follow these instructions in- creases the risk of accidents. Refuel at the next gas station ( page 284). Release the roll bars manually. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 318 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in...
Page 319: Lamp In Center Console
If the light remains out, have the sys- tem checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not use the BabySmart restraint to transport children on the front pas- senger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 320: Messages In The Display
Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair the condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury. Warning! No messages will be displayed if either the instrument cluster or the multifunction dis- play is inoperative.
Page 321 Continue driving with added caution. Wheels will lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Wheels will lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability.
Page 322 Continue driving with added caution. Wheels will lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 323 What to do if …? When the voltage is above this value again, the BAS is operational again. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Have cruise control or Distronic* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 324 The self-diagnosis has not been complet- The display will clear after driving a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). Continue driving with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 325 Display Display message Selector lever in park position Please move selector lever to P or N Possible cause Possible solution You have turned off the engine with the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in gear selector lever position N and opened the driver’s door.
Page 326 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Drive immediately to the nearest au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Ad- just driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness.
Page 327 Release the parking brake ( page 46). Risk of accident! Stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. Brake pad thickness must be visually checked by a qualified technician at the intervals specified in the Service Book- let.
Page 328 Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Do not drive without sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling system. The engine will overheat, causing major en- gine damage.
Page 329 Only start the engine again after the message disappears. You could other- wise damage the engine. The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 330 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 331 What to do if …? Continue driving with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter.
Page 332 Practical hints What to do if …? Display symbol Display message USA only: Add 1 qt. engine oil when next refueling Canada only: Add 1 liter engine oil when next refueling Engine oil level Reduce oil level! Engine oil level Stop, engine off! Possible cause Possible solution...
Page 333 Have the measuring system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 334 ( page 284). Close the hood ( page 288). Remove the SmartKey from the start- er switch. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Change the batteries ( page 350). Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 335 Insert SmartKey in the starter switch. Take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you when leaving the vehicle. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Page 336 In the control system, set lamp opera- tion to manual ( page 145). Switch on headlamps using the exteri- or lamp switch. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Page 337 The left front turn signal lamp is malfunc- tioning. A backup bulb is being used. Practical hints What to do if …? Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Page 338 Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Operate the roll bars manually ( page 353). Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 339 In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indi- cated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the Possible cause The seat belt system is malfunctioning.
Page 340 Lock the soft top again ( page 220). Open or close the soft top all the way. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Start the engine. Pull over to the side of the road and re- peat soft top operation while the vehi- cle is stationary.
Page 341 Do not add steering oil without checking the steering system. Do not drive the vehicle. Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Possible cause Possible solution One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning.
Page 342 Practical hints What to do if …? Display symbol Display message ì Function Not available Ê Trunk open! Close trunk lid Please close trunk partition Washer fluid Check level Possible cause Possible solution This display appears if button ì or í...
Page 343: Where Will I Find
Straps for soft top emergency opera- tion Practical hints Where will I find...? Hex wrench: You will find the hex wrench for manually operating the roll bars ( page 353) or the soft top ( page 355) in the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature pouch.
Page 344 Practical hints Where will I find...? Removing the vehicle tool kit 1 Retaining screw 2 Storage well casing Lift trunk floor cover and engage trunk floor handle in upper edge of trunk. To prevent damage, always disengage trunk floor handle from upper edge of trunk and lower trunk floor before clos- ing the trunk lid.
Page 345 Vehicle jack Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into both sides 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.
Page 346: Minispare Wheel
Practical hints Where will I find...? Minispare wheel The Minispare wheel is located in the com- partment underneath the trunk floor. 1 Vehicle tool kit Wheel wrench Jack Wheel bolts for Minispare wheel 2 Arrow 3 Minispare wheel 4 Vehicle tool kit storage well casing Removing the Minispare wheel Lift trunk floor cover and engage trunk floor handle in upper edge of trunk.
Page 347 To prevent damage, always disengage trunk floor handle from upper edge of trunk and lower trunk floor before clos- ing the trunk lid. Warning! The dimensions of the Minispare wheel are different from those of the road wheels. As a result, the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a Minispare wheel mounted.
Page 348: Unlocking/Locking In An Emergency
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle If you are unable to unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, open the driver’s door and the trunk using the me- chanical key. Unlocking your vehicle with the me- chanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system.
Page 349: Locking The Vehicle
Unlocking the trunk A minimum height clearance of 5.41 ft (1.65 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The lock is located next to the recessed handle. 1 Unlocking in an emergency 2 Handle Unlocking/locking in an emergency Insert the mechanical key into the Locking the vehicle trunk lid lock.
Page 350: Changing Batteries In The Smartkey/Smartkey With Keyless-Go
SmartKey When changing batteries, always re- place both batteries. The required replacement batteries are available at any Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Mechanical key 2 Battery compartment Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.
Page 351 Unlocking/locking in an emergency SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* When changing batteries, always re- place both batteries. The required replacement batteries are available at any Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Battery 2 Tilt battery up 3 Mechanical key Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.
Page 352: Fuel Filler Flap
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Fuel filler flap In case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, you can open it manually. Open trunk lid. Remove right side trim panel in the trunk. Reach inside through opening 2 in di- rection of arrow.
Page 353: Opening/Closing In An Emergency
1 Perforation Open ski sack roller blind ( page 217). Take hex wrench out of the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature pouch. Warning! Make sure no one is located in the roll bar’s path of motion while the next steps are be- ing carried out.
Page 354 The roll bar extends with a loud sound. Repeat this step for the second roll bar. Have the systems checked at your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Lowering roll bars manually You can lower the roll bars manually after they have been released.
Page 355: Soft Top Emergency Operation
Manually closing the soft top is a com- plicated and technically demanding procedure. Close the soft top manually in emergency cases only. Otherwise, visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Please read the instructions fully before beginning operation and only undertake it with another person and if you feel fully capable of perform- ing the tasks involved.
Page 356 Practical hints Opening/closing in an emergency Your vehicle may be equipped with an ad- ditional locking mechanism for soft top emergency operation. Before continuing, check whether your ve- hicle is equipped with the additional lock- ing mechanism: Open the trunk. Open the left side trim panel in the trunk.
Page 357 Take the two straps for soft top emer- gency operation out of vehicle tool kit ( page 343) Take hex wrench out of the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature 1 Hex wrench pouch. 2 Screw of hydraulic pump Open the left side trim panel in the trunk.
Page 358 Practical hints Opening/closing in an emergency 3 Lever 4 Soft top storage compartment hinge The soft top storage compartment hinges are located on the left and right of the space between the soft top compartment cover and the trunk seal. Pull the two levers 3 apart and fold levers 3 of soft top storage compart- ment hinge 4 forward on both sides...
Page 359 Place both straps on soft top compart- ment cover. Take hex wrench out of trunk. Close trunk lid. You will only have access to the trunk again when the emergency operation has been completed. Warning! At this point, the remaining procedure needs to be done by two people.
Page 360 Practical hints Opening/closing in an emergency 6 Soft top compartment cover One person should stand on the left side of the vehicle and the other on the right side. Warning! In the next step, you and your assistant should each take hold of the soft top com- partment cover as shown in the illustration.
Page 361 8 Windshield frame Lift soft top out of soft top compart- ment and pull it forward to windshield frame 8. 9 Opening a Locking Take off protective cap on the inner side of the soft top. Insert hex wrench into soft top locking mechanism screw.
Page 362 Practical hints Opening/closing in an emergency b Material tensioning frame c Soft top compartment cover Lift material tensioning frame b into a vertical position. Lower soft top compartment cover c. Make sure the soft top compartment cover c does not collide or make con- tact with the material tensioning frame b.
Page 363 Otherwise the soft top may not lock properly. Have the soft top operation checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If, after completing the soft top emer- gency operation, the trunk cannot be opened using the remote trunk lid re- lease switch in the driver’s door,...
Page 364 Take the two straps for soft top emer- gency operation out of vehicle tool kit ( page 343) Take hex wrench out of the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature 1 Hex wrench pouch. 2 Screw of hydraulic pump Open the left side trim panel in the trunk.
Page 365 3 Locking mechanism Pull locking mechanism 3 out until it stops and rotate it approx. one-quarter of a turn. Make sure the locking mechanism does not retract again. If this happens, pull the locking mechanism out again and rotate it approx. one-quarter of a turn.
Page 366 Practical hints Opening/closing in an emergency 6 Lever 7 Soft top storage compartment hinge The soft top storage compartment hinges are located on the left and right of the space between the soft top compartment cover and the trunk seal. Pull the two levers 6 apart and fold levers 6 of soft top storage compart- ment hinge 7 forward on both sides...
Page 367 Place both straps on soft top compart- ment cover. Take hex wrench out of trunk. Close trunk lid. You will only have access to the trunk again when the emergency operation has been completed. Warning! At this point, the remaining procedure needs to be done by two people.
Page 368 Practical hints Opening/closing in an emergency 9 Soft top compartment cover One person should stand on the left side of the vehicle and the other on the right side. Warning! In the next step, you and your assistant should each take hold of the soft top com- partment cover as shown in the illustration.
Page 369 b Windshield frame Lift soft top out of soft top compart- ment and pull it forward to windshield frame b. c Opening d Locking Take off protective cap on the inner side of the soft top. Insert hex wrench into soft top locking mechanism screw.
Page 370 Practical hints Opening/closing in an emergency e Material tensioning frame f Soft top compartment cover Lift material tensioning frame e into a vertical position. Lower soft top compartment cover f. Make sure the soft top compartment cover f does not collide or make con- tact with the material tensioning frame e.
Page 371 Otherwise the soft top may not lock properly. Have the soft top operation checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If, after completing the soft top emer- gency operation, the trunk cannot be opened using the remote trunk lid re- lease switch in the driver’s door,...
Page 372: Replacing Bulbs
Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. See your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. If the headlamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humidity, driv- ing the vehicle a distance should clear up the fogging.
Page 373 Front lamps Lamp Type 1 Halogen headlamps: Low beam H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon* headlamps: Low and high beam D2S-35 W 2 Halogen headlamps: High beam/high beam H7 (55 W) flasher Bi-Xenon* headlamps: High beam flasher H7 (55 W) Parking and standing W 5 W lamps 3 Additional turn signal...
Page 374: Replacing Bulbs For Front Lamps
Your hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. If the newly installed bulb does not come on, visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the follow- ing lamps replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 375 Low beam and high beam bulb Switch off the lights. Open the hood ( page 287). Turn housing cover 1 or 2 counter- clockwise and remove. Turn bulb holder 4 or 5 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove. Press the bulb backwards and turn counterclockwise out of the bulb hold- Press the new bulb into the holder and twist it clockwise.
Page 376 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front lamps Bi-Xenon*-type 1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp 2 Housing cover for high beam flasher lamp 3 Housing cover for Bi-Xenon* lamp 4 High beam flasher bulb 5 Parking and standing lamp Warning! Do not remove the cover for the Bi-Xe- non* headlamp.
Page 377: Side Marker Lamp Bulb
Front turn signal lamp bulb Switch off the lights. Open the hood ( page 287). Twist bulb socket 1 counterclockwise and pull out. Push bulb into socket, turn counter- clockwise and remove. Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Page 378: Replacing Bulbs For Rear Lamps
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Tail lamp assemblies 1 Brake lamp 2 Turn signal lamp 3 Backup lamp 4 Standing and side marker lamp 5 Rear fog lamp (driver’s side)/tail Switch off the lights. Open trunk. Swing the trim panel covering the cor- responding rear lights to the side.
Page 379: Replacing Wiper Blades
Make certain that the wiper blades are properly installed. Improperly installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 380: Flat Tire
Practical hints Flat tire Flat tire Preparing the vehicle Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving traffic on a hard surface. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Engage the steering wheel lock in the straight ahead position and set the parking brake.
Page 381 Lifting the vehicle Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks (not included) or other sizable objects. When changing wheel on a level surface: Place one chock in front of and one be- hind the wheel that is diagonally oppo- site to the wheel being changed.
Page 382 Practical hints Flat tire 2 Jack 3 Take-up bracket Place jack 2 on firm ground. Position jack 2 under take-up bracket 3 so that it is always vertical (plumb-line) as seen from the side, even if the vehicle is parked on an in- cline.
Page 383 Damaged wheel hub threads should be re- paired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tight- ened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
Page 384 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly. Warning! Only use genuine equipment Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose. Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the ve- hicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could tip over.
Page 385: Battery
Have the battery checked regularly by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Refer to Service Booklet for mainte- nance intervals or contact your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. Warning! Do not place metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit.
Page 386: Disconnecting The Battery
Practical hints Battery Disconnecting the battery 1 Negative terminal 2 Positive terminal cover Warning! With a disconnected battery you will no longer be able to turn the SmartKey in the starter switch and pressing the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button on the gear selector lever will have no effect the gear selector lever will remain locked in position...
Page 387: Reconnecting The Battery
Reconnecting the battery Turn off all electrical consumers. Connect the positive lead and fasten its cover 2. Connect the negative lead 1. Never invert the terminal connections. Reinstall the filter box ( page 385). The battery, its filler caps and the vent tube must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation.
Page 388: Jump Starting
(12 V). Jump start- ing with a more powerful battery could damage the vehicle’s electrical system, which will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.
Page 389 Remove the jumper cables first from the negative terminals 3 and 4 and then from the positive terminals 1 and 2. You can now turn on the lights. Have the battery checked at the near- est authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Page 390: Towing The Vehicle
Practical hints Towing the vehicle Towing the vehicle Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi- cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. Use flatbed or wheel lift/dolly equip- ment with SmartKey in starter switch turned to position 0.
Page 391: Towing The Vehicle
Warning! To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on we recommend the drive shaft be dis- the ground, make certain that the SmartKey connected at the rear axle drive flange is in starter switch position for any towing beyond a short tow to a If the SmartKey is left in starter switch posi-...
Page 392: Installing Towing Eye Bolt
Practical hints Towing the vehicle When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, please note the follow- ing: With the automatic central locking acti- vated and the SmartKey in starter switch position 2, or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in position 2, the ve- hicle doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turn- ing at vehicle speeds of approx.
Page 393 Towing eye bolt CLK 55 AMG Towing eye bolt in front bumper The cover for the threaded bore in the front bumper is identical to the cover on the models CLK320/CLK500. To remove and to reinstall cover,see “Tow- ing eye bolt CLK 320/CLK 500” ( page 392) Towing eye bolt in rear bumper 1 Cover on right side of rear bumper...
Page 394: Fuses
Practical hints Fuses Fuses Only install fuses that have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz and that have the specified amperage rat- ing. Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse. Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 395: Fuse Box In
Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse box is located in the engine com- partment on the left-hand side. 2 Cover 3 Screw 4 Retainer Removing/installing cover Twist screws 3 90° counterclock- wise. Pull up cover 2. Slide out retainer 4 and remove cover by pulling towards front.
Page 396: Auxiliary Fuse Box In Trunk
Practical hints Fuses Auxiliary fuse box in trunk The auxiliary fuse box is located in the trunk on the left hand side. 1 Trim cover Opening auxiliary fuse box To open, pull trim cover 1 in the direc- tion of the rear light and outward. Closing auxiliary fuse box Press trim cover 1 back into place.
Page 397: Technical Data
Technical data Spare parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Consumer information...
Page 398: Spare Parts Service
Spare parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts required for mainte- nance and repair work. In addition, strate- gically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
Page 399: Warranty Coverage
Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Spare Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any Mercedes-Benz Center. Technical data Warranty coverage...
Page 400: Identification Labels
Technical data Identification labels Identification labels 1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Information label, California version Vacuum line routing for emission con- trol system 4 Emission control label 5 VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield) 6 Engine number (engraved on engine) When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers.
Page 401: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive
Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive Layout of poly-V-belt drive CLK 320/CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator (alternator) 7 Idler pulley...
Page 402: Engine
Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 Poly-V-belt 2380 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. CLK 500 (209.475) 4-stroke engine, gasoline injec- tion 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm)
Page 403: Rims And Tires
Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz may, under load, ex- hibit dimensional variations and differ- ent tire deformation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts.
Page 404: Same Size Tires
Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires 16" tires CLK 320 Rims (light alloy) 7J x 16 H2 Wheel offset 1.45 in (37 mm) Winter tires (radial-ply 205/55 R16 91H M+S tires) 17" tires CLK 320 CLK 320 (Appearance Package*) Rims (light alloy) J x 17 H2 Wheel offset...
Page 405: Mixed Size Tires
Mixed size tires CLK 320 Front axle: Rims (light alloy) 7 J x 16 H2 Wheel offset 1.45 in (37 mm) Summer tires (radial-ply tires) All-season tires 205/55 R16 91H M+S (radial-ply tires) Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 16 H2 Wheel offset 1.26 in (32 mm) Summer tires (radial-ply...
Page 406: Minispare Wheel
Technical data Rims and tires Minispare wheel CLK 320 CLK 320 (Appearance Package*) 3.5 B x 16 H2 Wheel offset 0.67 in (17 mm) Tire T 125/90 R 16 98M Must not be used with snow chains. CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG 3.5 B x 17 H2 3.5 B x 17 H2 0.67 in (17 mm)
Page 407: Electrical System
Electrical system Model CLK 320 Generator (alternator) 14 V/120 A Starter motor 14 V/1.4 KW Battery 12 V/100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F8 DPP 332 NGK PFR 5R-11 Electrode gap 0.039 in (1.00 mm) Tightening torque 18.5 - 22 lb-ft (25 - 30 Nm) Electrical system CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG...
Page 408: Main Dimensions
Technical data Main dimensions Main dimensions Model CLK 320 Overall vehicle length 182.6 in (4638 mm) Overall vehicle width 68.5 in (1740 mm) Overall vehicle height 55.4 in (1406 mm) Overall vehicle height when 80.9 in (2055 mm) opening/closing soft top Wheelbase 106.9 in (2715 mm) Track, front...
Page 409: Weights
Technical data Weights Weights Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Page 410: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
3.0 oz (85 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease 0.64 US qt (0.6 l) Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser- vice Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Approved engine oils MB Automatic Transmission Oil...
Page 411 Cooling system Fuel tank including a reserve of Air conditioning system Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios ( Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Page 412: Engine Oils
Always check the oil filler cap ( page 291) for important information pertaining to the engine oil needing to meet a specific Mercedes-Benz specifi- cation (e.g. MB 229.5). If such informa- tion is printed on the oil filler cap, only...
Page 413: Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Gasoline additives A major concern among engine manufac- turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso- line. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build-up of carbon depos- its. After an extended period of using fuels...
Page 414: Coolants
The replacement interval published in the Service Booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze solu- tion or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification (see Facto- ry Approved Service Products pamphlet) are used to renew the coolant concentra- tion or bring it back up to the proper level.
Page 415 Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.
Page 416: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* Both the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system are supplied from the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of approx. 6.4 US qt (6.0 l). Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S”...
Page 417: Consumer Information
Consumer information The following text is published as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars un- der Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regula- tions, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. Uniform tire quality grading Quality grades can be found, where appli- cable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width.
Page 418 Technical data Consumer information Temperature The temperature grades are A (the high- est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- tance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 419: Technical Terms
(indicator lamp PASS. AIRBAG OFF in the center console comes on). See your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for avail- ability. BabySmart compatible child seats Special restraint system for children.
Page 420 Technical terms (Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service cen- ter, which can help you with any ques- tions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a break- down. CAN system (Controller Area Network) Data bus network serving to control ve- hicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping.
Page 421 Engine number The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine pro- duced. Engine oil viscosity Measurement for the inner friction (vis- cosity) of the oil at different tempera- tures. The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin, or the lower the temperature it can tol- erate without becoming viscous, the...
Page 422 Technical terms Line of fall The direct line that an object moves downhill when influenced by the force of gravity alone. Lock button Button on the door which indicates whether the door is locked or un- locked. Pushing the lock button down on an individual door from inside will lock that door.
Page 423 Engine speeds within the red marking on the tachometer dial. Avoid this en- gine speed range, as it may result in se- rious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Parktronic (Parking assist)* System which uses visual and acoustic signals to assist the driver during park- ing maneuvers.
Page 424 Technical terms Remote Vehicle Diagnostics Transmission of vehicle data and cur- rent location to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center for sub- scribers to Tele Aid service. REST (Residual engine heat utilization) Feature that uses the engine heat stored in the coolant to heat the vehi- cle interior for a short time after the en- gine has been turned off.
Page 425 Tele Aid System (Telematic Alarm Identification on De- mand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man- ual emergency, roadside assistance and information. Tele Aid is initially ac- tivated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an acquain- tance call.
Page 427: Index
ABS 23, 77, 419 Malfunction indicator lamp 312 Messages in display 321 Accelerator position, automatic transmission 163 Accident In case of 51 Activating Air conditioning (cooling) 181 Air recirculation mode 178 Anti-theft alarm system 83 Automatic climate control 173 Central locking (control system) 149 Charcoal filter 179 Distance warning function* 238 Distronic* 233, 234...
Page 428 Index Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air recirculation mode 178 Activating 178 Deactivating 179 Air vents, rear passenger compartment Adjustable 182 Air volume Adjusting 177 Airbags 59 BabySmart airbag deactivation system 71, 419 Children 60 Front 63 Head-thorax 63 Passenger 63 Rear side-impact 64 Safety guidelines 62...
Page 429 Automatic climate control 172 Adjusting air distribution 176 Air recirculation mode 178 Defrosting 177 Rear window defroster 171 Setting the temperature 175 Automatic headlamp mode 120 Automatic lighting control Activating 124 Deactivating 125 Automatic locking when driving 107 Automatic transmission 157 Accelerator position 163 Comfort (C) program mode 163, 164 Emergency operation...
Page 430 Index Bi-Xenon headlamps* 419 Block heater* 301 Blocking Rear window operation 74 Bolts For Minispare wheel 347 Brake assist system (BAS) 419 Brake fluid 412 Message in display 327 Brake lamp bulbs 373 Brake lamp, high mounted 373 Brake pads Message in display 327 Brakes 274 Warning lamp 313...
Page 431 Centigrade Setting temperature units 142 Central locking Automatic 107 From inside 108 Locking from inside 108 Switch 108 Switching on/off (control system) 149 Unlocking from inside 108 Central locking switch 108 Changing Batteries (SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*) 351 Batteries (SmartKey) 350 Key setting 149 Changing CDs 199 Charcoal filter 179...
Page 432 Index Closing Cup holder 251 Glove box 250 Hood 288 Side windows 211 Side windows with KEYLESS-GO* 96, 214 Ski sack roller blind* 217, 248 Soft top 215 Soft top (SmartKey) 223 Soft top (switch) 219 Soft top in an emergency 355 Soft top in an emergency (with add.
Page 433 Convenience submenu 149 Activating easy-entry/exit feature 150 Setting key-dependency 151 Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror 151 Coolant 292, 414 Adding 292 Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity 414 Capacities 410 Checking level 292 Messages in display 328 Temperature 283 Temperature indicator 127 Warning lamp 315, 329 Coolant level Checking 292...
Page 434 Index Residual heat 182 Seat ventilation* 113 Steering wheel gearshift control (CLK 55 AMG) 165 Tow-away alarm 85 Deceleration With Distronic* 232 Deep water see Standing water Defogging Windshield 176 Defrosting 177 Delayed switch-off Interior lighting 148 Dialing A number (telephone) 155 Difficulties While driving see Problems while driving...
Page 435 Setting last stored speed ("Resume" function) 235 Setting the current speed 234 Warning and indicator lamps 231 Door control panel 28 Door entry lamps 125 Door handle 28 Door unlock With Tele Aid 264 Doors Message in display 331 Opening from inside vehicle 97 Opening from outside 89, 94 Downhill driving Cruise control 227...
Page 436 Index Emission control 282 Emission control label 400 Ending A call (telephone*) 155 Engine Compartment 287 Message in display 314 Starting 44 Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 44 Starting with the SmartKey 44 Technical data 402 Turning off 54 Engine cleaning 306 Engine compartment 287 Fuse box in 395 Hood 287...
Page 437 Front airbags 63 Front lamps Messages in display 335–336 Replacing bulbs 373, 374 Switching on 119 Front seat head restraints Installing 110 Power seat 110 Removing 110 Front seats Seat heating* 114 Ventilation* 113 FSS (Flexible Service System) 302, 421 Fuel 285 Additives 413 Fuel reserve warning lamp 317...
Page 438 Index Hands-free microphone 27 Hard plastic trim items Cleaning 310 Hazard warning flasher 123 Switching off 124 Switching on 123 Head restraints 110 Headlamp cleaning system* 295 Headlamps Automatic control 120 Bi-Xenon 419 Cleaning 307 Cleaning system* 167, 295 Refilling washer fluid 295 Switching off 54 Switching on 47 Washer fluid 416...
Page 439 Instrument cluster 22, 126, 421 Cleaning 309 Coolant temperature indicator 127 Illumination 126 Lamps in 312–318 Multifunction display 129 Outside temperature indicator 128 Selecting language 143 Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting 124 Activating automatic control 124 Deactivating automatic control 125 Delayed switch-off 148 Manual operation 125 Interior rear view mirror...
Page 440 Index Service indicator 302 SRS 59, 318 Turn signals 23 Language Multifunction display 143 Setting 143 LATCH child seat anchors 73 Folding back 73 Layout of poly-V-belt drive 401 Leather upholstery Cleaning 310 Lever For cruise control 226, 233 License plate lamps Messages in display 336 Replacing bulbs 373, 378 Light alloy wheels...
Page 441 Low beam headlamps Messages in display 336 Replacing bulbs (Bi-Xenon*) 373 Replacing bulbs (Halogen) 373, 375 Lowering Roll bar manually 354 Vehicle 384 Lubricants Technical data 410 Luggage cover 216 Folding back 216, 245 Latch 216 Main dimensions 408 Maintenance 12, 302 Malfunction Displaying 138 Malfunction memory 138...
Page 442 Index Menus 130 AUDIO 134 Control system 422 Distronic* 137, 232 In control system 132, 133 Malfunction memory 138 NAV 137 Settings menu 139 Standard display 134 Submenus 131 TEL* 154 Trip computer 152 Microphone Hands-free microphone 27 Miles/kilometers in speedometer Setting 142 Minispare wheel 346 Mounting 380...
Page 443 Roll bar 338 Selector lever 325 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 334 Soft top 340 Steering gear oil level 341 Symbol messages 326–342 Tele Aid 341 Telephone* 342 Text messages 321–325 Trunk 342 Washer fluid 342 Multifunction steering wheel 24, 130, 422 Buttons 130 Navigation system Operating 137...
Page 444 Index Opening from the inside Trunk 100 Operating Audio system 183 Cassette player 136 CD player 136 COMAND* see separate operating instructions Navigation system 137 Radio 135 Radio transmitters 281 Telephone* 154, 183, 203 Vehicle outside the USA and Canada 13 Operating roll bar manually 353 Operating safety Audio system 183...
Page 445 Positions (Memory function) Recalling from memory 117 Storing into memory 117 Power assistance 273 Power seat Adjusting backrest tilt 36 Adjusting head restraint height 36 Adjusting head restraint tilt 36 Adjusting seat cushion tilt 36 Adjusting seat height 36 Front seat head restraints 110 Seat fore and aft adjustment 35 Power train 423 Power washer 305...
Page 446 Index Rear passenger compartment Adjustable air vents 182 Rear seat head restraints Lowering with lower switch 111 Raising 111 Rear seats Rear seat head restraints 111 Rear side-impact airbags 64 Rear view mirror automatic antiglare 168 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window Blocking operation 74 Rear window defroster 171...
Page 447 Reporting Safety defects 18 Reset button in the instrument cluster 139 Resetting All functions (control system) 139 All functions of a submenu 140 Fuel consumption 153 Last stored speed ("Resume" function) in Distronic* 235 Service indicator (FSS) 303 Trip odometer 127 Residual heat utilization 181, 424 Residual ventilation 181 REST...
Page 448 Index Seat heating* 114 Switching on/off rapid heating with seat ventilation* 115 Switching on/off rapid heating without seat ventilation* 114 Switching on/off seat heating with seat ventilation* 115 Switching on/off seat heating without seat ventilation* 114 with seat ventilation* 115 without seat ventilation* 114 Seat ventilation* 113 Switching off 113...
Page 449 Slower speed in cruise control 228 Speed in Distronic* 234 Speedometer display mode 142 Station selection mode 149 Temperature (interior) 175 Temperature indicator 142 To last stored speed ("Resume" function) in cruise control 228 Units Speedometer 142 Temperature 142 Setting current speed Cruise control 227 Settings Calling up Distronic* 137, 232...
Page 450 Index SmartKey 88 Battery check lamp 89, 94 Changing the batteries 350 Checking the batteries 90, 95 Closing soft top 223 Factory setting 89 Global locking 89 Global unlocking 89 Locking and unlocking 88 Loss of 91 Message in display 334 Opening and closing windows with 213 Opening soft top 222...
Page 451 Soft top switch 218, 219 Sound system 183 Spare fuses 396 Spare parts service 398 Speed Setting current 227 Setting last stored speed ("Resume" function) in Distronic* 235 Speed settings Cruise control 228 Distronic* 234, 235 To last stored speed ("Resume"...
Page 452 Index Submenus Convenience 149 For settings 131 In control system 133 Instrument cluster 142, 144 Lighting 145 Resetting functions in Control system 140 Selecting 140 Settings menu 140 Vehicle 148 Sun visors 170 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 424 Switching off Audio system 186 Automatic central locking (control system) 149...
Page 453 Tele Aid Information 262 Initiating an emergency call manually 260 Messages in display 341 Remote door unlock 264 Roadside assistance 260 Stolen vehicle tracking services 265 Tele Aid System 257 Tele Aid System 425 Tele Aid* 257 Emergency calls 258 System self-check 258 Upgrade signals 263 Telematics* 425...
Page 454 Index Towing eye bolt (vehicle tool kit) CLK 320/CLK 500 392 CLK 55 AMG 393 Installing 392 Installing (CLK 55 AMG) 393 Towing the vehicle 390 Tracking services For stolen vehicle 265 Traction 163, 417, 425 Transmission see Automatic transmission Traveling abroad 280 Tread depth (tires) 300 Tread wear 417...
Page 455 Units Setting speedometer units 142 Setting temperature units 142 Unlocking 30, 88 Driver’s door in an emergency 348 Fuel filler flap 284 Gear selector lever manually 352 Global with KEYLESS-GO* 94 Global, SmartKey 89 In an emergency 348 Selective setting 89, 94 Trunk lid with KEYLESS-GO* 96 Trunk lid with SmartKey 90 Trunk lid, separately 107...
Page 456 Index Nubuck leather upholstery (CLK 55 AMG) 310 Ornamental moldings 307 Paintwork 305 Parktronic* system sensor 308 Plastic and rubber parts 310 Power washer 305 Seat belts 310 Soft top 306 Steering wheel 309 Tail lamps 307 Tar stains 305 Turn signals 307 Upholstery 310 Vehicle washing 306...
Page 457 Windshield Defogging 176 Refilling washer fluid 295 Replacing wiper blades 379 Washer fluid 295, 416 Washer system 416 Windshield washer fluid 416 Message in display 342 Mixing ratio 416 Refilling 295 Wiping with 50 Windshield washer system 416 Windshield wipers 48, 167 Fast wiper speed 49 Intermittent wiping 49 Replacing wiper blades 379...
Page 463 If you have questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Mercedes-Benz 2004 CLK-Class Cabriolets Operator's Manual

Introduction

At a Glance

Getting Started

Safety and Security

Controls in Detail

Operation

Practical Hints

Technical Data

Technical Terms

Index

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