Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Owner's Manual

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Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class

Page 1 Possible variations to your vehicle may not to receive a printed Owner‘s Manual for other vehicle models and vehicle be taken into account as Mercedes-Benz constantly updates their vehicles to Ihrem konkreten Fahrzeug könnten nicht berücksichtigt sein, da Mercedes-Benz model years.
Page 4 Thank you for choosing You can also experience important func- Mercedes-Benz. the data, illustrations or descriptions in tions of the CLK-Class in the interactive Owner's this Owner's Manual. Manual on the internet at: Before you drive off, please familiarise www.mercedes-benz.de/...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Please also refer to the index ( page 429) Introduction ..... 4 Controls in detail ....77 Protection of the environment .
Page 6 The first 1,500 km ....240 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..390 Refuelling ..... 241 Vehicle electronics .
Page 7: Introduction
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Mercedes-Benz to have it disposed of in an your driving style environmentally-responsible manner: You can influence both of these conditions.
Page 8: Operating Safety
The electronic systems Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a obstacle at high speed, for example. This are networked via interfaces. Tampering Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur-...
Page 9 Introduction Operating safety Correct use Observe the following information when using your vehicle: the safety notes in this manual the "Technical data" section in this manual national road traffic regulations national road traffic licensing regula- tions Risk of injury There are various warning stickers affixed to your vehicle.
Page 10: At A Glance
At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multi-function steering wheel Centre console Overhead control panel Door control panel...
Page 11 At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Left-hand-drive vehicles P68.10-3077-31...
Page 12 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page Function Page 1 Steering wheel gearshift 5 Instrument cluster f Adjusts the steering button* wheel manually Automatic transmission 6 Horn g Adjusts the steering wheel electrically* CLK 55 AMG 7 Linguatronic* lever – see Steering wheel heating* separate Operating 2 Combination switch...
Page 13 At a glance Cockpit Right-hand-drive vehicles P68.10-3077-31...
Page 14 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page Function Page 1 Steering wheel gearshift 5 Instrument cluster f Adjusts the steering button* wheel manually Automatic transmission 6 Horn g Adjusts the steering wheel electrically* CLK 55 AMG 7 Linguatronic* lever – see Steering wheel heating* separate Operating 2 Combination switch...
Page 15 At a glance Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Kilometres P54.30-7596-31...
Page 16 At a glance Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Function Page 1 Turn signal indicator a Coolant temperature l Speedometer lamp warning lamp m Brake system indicator 2 ESP warning lamp b Main-beam indicator lamp lamp 3 Segments n Engine diagnostic indica- c Rev counter tor lamp 4 Distance warning lamp...
Page 17 At a glance Instrument cluster Miles P54.30-7596-31...
Page 18 At a glance Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Function Page 1 Turn signal indicator a Coolant temperature l Speedometer lamp warning lamp m Brake system indicator 2 ESP warning lamp b Main-beam indicator lamp lamp 3 Segments n Engine diagnostic indica- c Rev counter tor lamp 4 Distance warning lamp...
Page 19 At a glance Multi-function steering wheel Multi-function steering wheel Function Page Function 1 Multi-function display 4 Jumping from one menu to another Controlling the operating è Forwards system ÿ Back 2 Selecting a submenu or adjusting the volume 5 Scrolling within a menu P46.10-2455-31 ç...
Page 20 At a glance Centre console Centre console Function Page Function Page Upper section 1 Switches the seat heat- 9 Switches the seat heat- ing* on the driver's seat ing* on the front-passen- on/off ger seat on/off Switches the seat ventila- Switches the seat ventila- tion* on the driver's seat tion* on the front-passen-...
Page 21 At a glance Centre console Lower section Function Page Function Page 1 KEYLESS GO button* 7 Selects the automatic transmission* drive pro- 2 Distronic*: gram switches the distance warning function on/off 8 Manual transmission: gear lever 3 Switches the auxiliary P68.00-3570-31 Automatic transmission*: heating/ventilation*...
Page 22 At a glance Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page 1 Switches the rear interior lighting on/off 2 Opens/closes the sliding/tilting sunroof* 3 Switches the right-hand P82.00-2274-31 reading lamp on/off 4 Controls the interior light- 5 Hands-free microphone for the telephone* and Linguatronic* 6 Rear-view mirror 7 Transmitter buttons for...
Page 23 At a glance Door control panel Door control panel Function Page 1 Opens the door 2 Adjusts the seat electri- 28, 92 cally* P72.10-2674-31 3 Stores seat, exterior mir- rors and steering wheel P72.10-2674-31 settings* 4 Opens/closes the front side windows 5 Activates and deactivates the child-proof locks for the rear side windows...
Page 24: Getting Started
Getting started Opening Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...
Page 25 The key can be used to start the vehicle's ticularly thoroughly if this is your first engine. It can also be used to activate other Mercedes-Benz. functions, such as opening the windows. If you are already familiar with the basic For this reason, do not leave children unsu- functions described here, the "Controls in...
Page 26 Getting started Opening Key positions The indicator and warning lamps in the Opening with KEYLESS GO* instrument cluster light up when you switch on With KEYLESS GO, your vehicle checks the the ignition. They go out when the engine is run- KEYLESS GO key's validity when you pull ning.
Page 27 Getting started Opening Position 0 Position 2 Risk of accident If you have not pressed the KEYLESS GO Press the KEYLESS GO button twice. Your vehicle's engine can be started using a button, the on-board electronics have the All the lamps in the instrument cluster valid KEYLESS GO key.
Page 28 Getting started Adjusting Adjusting Position the front-passenger seat as far Risk of accident and injury back as possible, especially if a child is Seats sitting on this seat or if a child is secured Make sure that nobody can become trapped in a restraint system on this seat.
Page 29 Getting started Adjusting Adjusting the seats manually If your vehicle does not have automatic Do not place any objects on the airbags child seat recognition, children in rear- or between the airbags and the vehicle's ward-facing child restraint systems occupants. must be secured in a suitable seat in the Do not hang any hard objects, for exam- rear of the vehicle.
Page 30 Getting started Adjusting Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Backrest angle Risk of injury Pull handle 1 up. Relieve the load on the backrest. Make sure that the central area of the head Slide the seat forwards or backwards. Turn handwheel 4 forwards or restraint supports the back of your head at backwards.
Page 31 Getting started Adjusting Adjusting the seat electrically* Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Head restraint Slide switch 1 forwards and back- Slide switch 5 up or down in the direc- The switch for adjusting the seat electri- wards in the direction of the arrow. tion of the arrow.
Page 32 Getting started Adjusting Folding the front-seat backrests for- Folding the backrest forwards Steering wheel wards and backwards/easy-entry Pull seat release 1 forwards and fold You can adjust the steering wheel either feature the backrest forwards. manually or electrically*, depending on your vehicle's equipment.
Page 33 Getting started Adjusting Adjusting the steering wheel manually To lock the steering column, push han- Steering column fore-and-aft adjust- dle 1 in fully until you hear it click into ment The handle is located under the steering place. Push the lever forwards or backwards column.
Page 34 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located above the parking Make sure that the ignition is switched Mirrors brake release handle. Before starting off, adjust the rear-view All the lamps in the instrument cluster mirror and the exterior mirrors in such a light up.
Page 35 Getting started Driving Driving Wearing seat belts Do not route the belt strap over sharp or fragile objects, especially if these are on or inside your clothing, e.g. spectacles, Risk of accident Risk of injury pens or keys. The belt strap could other- Do not keep any objects in the driver's foot- A seat belt that is not worn correctly, or that wise be damaged and you could be...
Page 36 Getting started Driving The < seat belt warning lamp in the Children less than 1.50 m tall and Risk of injury instrument cluster reminds you to ensure younger than 12 years of age cannot that all occupants are wearing their seat wear the seat belts properly.
Page 37 Getting started Driving The seat belt extender for the driver and The seat belt extender slides back again if front passenger makes it easier for you to you: put on the seat belt. engage the belt tongue in the seat belt buckle do not engage the belt tongue in the P91.40-2307-31...
Page 38 Mercedes-Benz recommends have been modified starting the engine. that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Cen- These seat belts can then no longer function If you depress the brake pedal when starting tre for this purpose. In particular, work rele- or protect as intended.
Page 39 Getting started Driving Manual transmission Automatic transmission* You can also start the engine when the selector lever is in position N. You will find further information about the automatic transmission in the "Controls in P 26.60-2223-31 P 27.00-2180-31 detail" section ( page 138). Starting the engine Vehicles with automatic transmission*: You may also use the touch-start function.
Page 40 Getting started Driving Diesel engine Petrol engine Risk of accident Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- Depress the brake pedal. tion lock. Your vehicle can be started at any time if the Press KEYLESS GO button 1 once. KEYLESS GO key is inside the vehicle.
Page 41 Getting started Driving After a cold start Pulling away Risk of accident Pull away immediately to warm the Only select reverse gear when the vehicle is Never leave children unsupervised in the engine up quickly. stationary, otherwise you could damage the vehicle.
Page 42 Getting started Driving Select either first or reverse gear. Automatic transmission* Switching on the headlamps Slowly release the clutch pedal and You can only move the selector lever to the Dipped-beam headlamps carefully depress the accelerator. required position by depressing the brake pedal. Only then is the selector lever lock disabled.
Page 43 Getting started Driving Main-beam headlamps You will find further information about Legal and optional additional requirements lighting in the "Controls in detail" section may impose variations in certain countries. In The combination switch is located on the ( page 100). these countries, the dipped-beam headlamps left of the steering column.
Page 44 Getting started Driving Press the combination switch in the Switching on the windscreen wipers Windscreen wipers direction of arrow 1 or 2. The combination switch is located on the Turn the combination switch to the cor- The corresponding turn signal indicator left of the steering column.
Page 45 Getting started Driving Single wipe Intermittent wipe Vehicles with a rain sensor*: The windscreen wipers are automatically Briefly push the combination switch up Vehicles with a rain sensor*: switched to intermittent wipe when the vehicle is to the pressure point in the direction of The rain sensor controls the windscreen wipers stationary.
Page 46 Getting started Parking and locking Parking and locking Stopping the engine Risk of entrapment You have now completed your first trip. Vehicles with manual transmission As you close the doors, make sure that You have stopped your vehicle and have nobody has their fingers in between the parked properly.
Page 47 Getting started Parking and locking Vehicles with automatic transmission* Locking with KEYLESS GO* Closing Move the selector lever to P. Risk of injury With the key Make sure that nobody can become trapped Turn the key to position 0 in the igni- as you close the doors.
Page 48: Safety
Safety Occupant safety Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems...
Page 49 Safety Occupant safety The most important restraint systems are: And on the other hand, airbag deployment Occupant safety only provides increased protection if the seat Seat belts Restraint systems belt is worn correctly, because: Restraint systems for children, since This section will familiarise you with the the belt helps to keep the vehicle occupant they are the most effective means of most important features of the restraint...
Page 50 Safety Occupant safety Risk of injury Risk of injury Risk of injury Modifications to or work incorrectly carried Airbags do offer additional protection but If you do not wear your seat belt, or wear it out on a restraint system (seat belt and seat they are not a substitute for the seat belts.
Page 51 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use seat belts which have been specially approved for your vehi- cle by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 52 Safety Occupant safety Fastening the lap-shoulder seat belt In many countries, there are legal regula- SRS (Supplemental Restraint tions concerning the use of seat belts and child Pull belt tongue 1 out of the seat belt System) restraint systems. extender. The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Guide the strap towards buckle 3 comprises:...
Page 53 The activation thresholds for the belt ten- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- sioners and the airbags are variable and pose. In particular, work relevant to safety...
Page 54 Safety Occupant safety the deformation characteristics of the Belt tensioners, belt force limiters Airbags are not activated in all types of acci- vehicle dent. They are controlled by complex sensor The front seat belts are equipped with: technology and evaluation logic. This is pre-emp- the characteristics of the other object Belt tensioners tive in nature since the airbag must be activated...
Page 55 Safety Occupant safety for each lap-shoulder seat belt, pro- Belt tensioners do not correct: Risk of injury vided the belt tongue is engaged in the incorrect sitting positions seat belt buckle The belt tensioners in the rear only function incorrectly worn seat belts if a head-on or rear-end collision occurs correctly if the buckles can be pulled down Belt tensioners do not pull occupants back...
Page 56 Mercedes-Benz recommends seat if the front-passenger front airbag within milliseconds or in the event of abrupt is not deactivated. In the CLK-Class, the that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service braking, please observe the following front-passenger front airbag is deacti- Centre for this purpose.
Page 57 Safety Occupant safety Your vehicle is equipped with the following If the airbags are triggered, you will hear a Do not lean forwards, e.g. over the pad- airbags: bang and a small amount of dust may also be ded boss of the steering wheel, particu- released.
Page 58 Benz recommends that you use a leave the vehicle immediately when you are ment. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for certain it is safe to do so or open the win- this purpose. In particular, work rele- dows to allow fresh air to enter the vehicle.
Page 59 Safety Occupant safety The driver's front airbag inflates in front of Sidebags (Coupé) Risk of injury the steering wheel and the front-passenger front airbag inflates in front of and above Risk of injury Observe the following notes to reduce the the glove compartment.
Page 60 Safety Occupant safety The purpose of triggering sidebags is to The sidebag inflates in the door area below In the event of an impact on the front-pas- increase the level of protection for the tho- the window. senger side, the front-passenger sidebag is only rax (but not the head, neck or arms) of triggered if: The sidebags are triggered:...
Page 61 Safety Occupant safety The purpose of windowbag deployment is on the side on which an impact occurs Risk of injury to enhance protection for the head (but not if the system foresees that airbag the chest or arms) of the vehicle occupants Observe the following notes to reduce the deployment can offer additional pro- on the side of the vehicle on which the...
Page 62 These covers can be obtained Always secure children less than 1.50 m The front-passenger head/thorax airbag from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, for tall and under twelve years of age in suit- will only be triggered if the front-passenger example.
Page 63 You may retract the sary specialist knowledge and tools to carry extended roll-over bars manually when the out the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- soft top is open ( page 344). ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particu-...
Page 64 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only braking or abrupt changes in direction. use the child restraint systems listed They would be thrown against parts of on ( page 63).
Page 65 Safety Occupant safety Suitable location for child seats Weight categories and Child seat on the front-passenger seat Child seat on the left and right ages rear seat Category 0: up to 10 kg As recommended Universal up to approximately 9 months Category I: 9 to 18 kg Universal Universal...
Page 66 Safety Occupant safety Recommended child restraint systems: Weight categories and Manufacturer Type Type approval DaimlerChrysler Automatic child seat ages number number recognition Category 0: up to 10 kg Britax Römer Baby Safe E1 03 301063 B6 6 86 8187 up to approximately 9 months Category I: 9 to 18 kg Britax Römer Prince...
Page 67 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF warning lamp on vehicle, such as seats, or open the doors for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. You can obtain the centre console lights up. and thereby endanger themselves and oth- information from any Mercedes-Benz Serv- ers, for example.
Page 68 A child restraint system secured by the cialist knowledge and tools to carry out 1 Warning lamp for front-passenger ISOFIX child seat securing system does not the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- airbag provide sufficient protection for children ommends that you use a Mercedes- The front-passenger airbag is deactivated.
Page 69 Mercedes-Benz recommends that it has been installed you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for Fit the child seat – see the separate this purpose. In particular, work relevant to For this reason, do not place objects (e.g. a...
Page 70 Safety Occupant safety Child-proof lock for the rear side Risk of injury Risk of injury windows Never leave children unsupervised in the If children are travelling with you, activate You can disable the controls for the rear vehicle. Supervise children even when they the child-proof lock for the rear side win- side windows.
Page 71 Safety Driving safety systems Driving safety systems Risk of accident In this section, you will find information ABS regulates the brake pressure in such a The risk of an accident increases especially if about the following driving safety systems: way that the wheels do not lock when you you: brake.
Page 72 Safety Driving safety systems Braking If ABS cuts in while you are braking, you Brake Assist operates in emergency brak- The Electronic Stability Program monitors will feel: ing situations. If you depress the brake the traction, i.e. the power transmission pedal quickly, BAS boosts the braking between the tyres and the road, and the the vehicle vibrating...
Page 73 Safety Driving safety systems When you deactivate ESP: Only use wheels with the recommended tyre Risk of accident sizes. Only then will ESP function properly. ESP no longer improves driving stability Proceed as follows if the v warning lamp the engine's torque is then no longer Activating/deactivating ESP in the speedometer flashes: limited and the drive wheels could spin.
Page 74 Safety Driving safety systems Deactivating ESP Risk of accident The button is located on the centre con- sole. ESP is deactivated if the v warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up continu- ously when the engine is running. The risk of your vehicle skidding is then increased in P54.25-3805-31 certain situations.
Page 75 Safety Anti-theft systems Priming the anti-theft alarm system Anti-theft systems Anti-theft alarm system (ADA)* A visual and audible alarm is triggered if The indicator lamp is located in the button Immobiliser the alarm system is primed and one of the for tow-away protection*.
Page 76 Safety Anti-theft systems Disabling the alarm Priming tow-away protection Turn the key to position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock. Lock your vehicle. With the key You can only deactivate tow-away protec- Tow-away protection is primed after Insert the key into the ignition lock. tion if the ignition is switched off.
Page 77 Safety Anti-theft systems Priming the interior motion sensor Deactivating the interior motion sensor Interior motion sensor* (Coupé) An audible and visual alarm is triggered if Close the side windows and sliding/ Deactivate the interior motion sensor if the vehicle is locked and movement is tilting sunroof*.
Page 78 Safety Anti-theft systems Do not leave any items (e.g. mascots or coat In some countries, the interior motion sen- Interior motion sensor * (Cabriolet) hangers) hanging from the rear-view mirror. They sor is primed even when the soft top is open. An audible and visual alarm is triggered if could otherwise trigger a false alarm.
Page 80: Controls In Detail
Controls in detail Opening and closing Seats Storing settings* (memory package) Lighting Instrument cluster Operating system Manual transmission Automatic transmission* Good visibility Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Heater booster system* for vehicles with a diesel engine* Auxiliary heating*/ventilation* Open-air Driving systems Loading...
Page 81: Opening And Closing
Controls in detail Opening and closing You will find detailed information about the If you open a door, the windows on this side Opening and closing functions of the vehicle in the "Controls in lower slightly. If you close the door, the windows detail"...
Page 82 Controls in detail Opening and closing Factory settings Individual settings If you frequently travel alone, you may wish Unlocking the vehicle centrally to change how the key functions. Pressing Press the Œ button. the Œ button then only unlocks the driver's door and the fuel filler flap.
Page 83 Controls in detail Opening and closing Unlocking the driver's door Restoring the factory settings KEYLESS GO key* Press the Œ button once. Press and hold both the Œ and ‹ Two KEYLESS GO keys form part of your buttons simultaneously for approxi- vehicle's optional equipment.
Page 84 Controls in detail Opening and closing Do not expose the KEYLESS GO key to high Points to bear in mind If you have started the engine using the levels of electromagnetic radiation. Doing so KEYLESS GO button on the selector Always carry the KEYLESS GO key on may cause the key to function incorrectly.
Page 85 Controls in detail Opening and closing If the KEYLESS GO key is removed from Factory settings The vehicle could unlock inadvertently if the the vehicle while the ignition is on KEYLESS GO key is one meter away and and a door is open, e.g. if the front pas- Unlocking the vehicle centrally the door handle is splashed by a gush of senger leaves the vehicle with the...
Page 86 Controls in detail Opening and closing The locking button is on the right-hand Individual settings Press and hold both the Œ and ‹ side of the handle strip above the licence buttons simultaneously for approxi- If you frequently travel alone, you may wish plate recess.
Page 87 Controls in detail Opening and closing Restoring the factory settings Opening a door from the inside Opening the boot Press and hold both the Œ and ‹ You can open a door from the inside at any Risk of poisoning buttons simultaneously for approxi- time, even if it has been locked.
Page 88 Controls in detail Opening and closing Press the Œ button on the key. Opening automatically from the Limiting the opening angle of the boot outside lid* (Coupé) The vehicle is centrally unlocked. The boot can be opened manually. With the key you can unlock and open the You can limit the opening angle of the boot boot at the same time.
Page 89 Controls in detail Opening and closing Opening automatically from the inside You can close the boot lid from the driver's On vehicles with the remote boot closing seat on vehicles with the remote boot clos- feature*, you can: The boot lid swings upwards. For this rea- ing feature*.
Page 90 Controls in detail Opening and closing Pull the boot lid down by recess 1. You can close an open boot from the out- If the boot lid meets resistance when clos- side on vehicles with the remote boot clos- ing, e.g. luggage piled too high, the closing pro- Push the boot lid closed from the out- ing feature*.
Page 91 Controls in detail Opening and closing The boot will relock automatically if the vehi- Automatic locking cle was previously locked centrally. The vehicle is locked automatically once If the boot lid makes contact with an object you have pulled away. in its upper range of movement when closing, You can open a door from the inside at any e.g.
Page 92 Controls in detail Opening and closing The central locking switch is located on the Locking Locking and unlocking from the upper section of the centre console. inside Press the upper section of central lock- ing switch 1. You can lock or unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside using the central locking The vehicle is centrally locked.
Page 93: Seats
Controls in detail Seats The driver's seat only moves back if it was The adjustment procedure is: Seats not already positioned in the rear part of its interrupted briefly when you start the engine You will find information about adjusting adjustment range.
Page 94 Controls in detail Seats Make sure that the ignition is switched Multi-contour backrest* Removing and installing the head restraints To provide better support for your back, All the lamps in the instrument cluster you can adjust the contour of the front light up.
Page 95 Controls in detail Seats Manually adjustable front and rear Press release button 1. Electrically-adjustable front seat* seats (Coupé) Pull the head restraint up a little further The switch for the head restraint height is and keep it in this position. The release button is located at the top of on the door trim.
Page 96 Controls in detail Seats Installing the head restraint Folding back the head restraints using Folding back the rear-seat head the switch restraints Insert the head restraint so that the notches on the bar are on the left when The switch is located on the centre con- The release button is located on the rear- viewed in the direction of travel.
Page 97 Controls in detail Seats Folding up the head restraints Cabriolet Lowering the head restraints The switch is located on the centre con- sole. Risk of injury If you are driving with the rear seats occupied, P 91.16-2136-31 make sure that the rear-seat head restraints are extended.
Page 98 Controls in detail Seats The blue indicator lamps in the button indi- Switching on the seat ventilation Seat ventilation* cate the ventilation level you have Press button 1. The buttons for the seat ventilation are selected: located on the centre console. Three blue indicator lamps above the switch light up.
Page 99 Controls in detail Seats The red indicator lamps in the button indi- Switching on the seat heating Seat heating* cate the heating level you have selected. The buttons are located on the centre con- Press button 1 until the heating level sole.
Page 100: Storing Settings* (Memory Package)
Controls in detail Storing settings* (memory package) Make sure that: Storing settings* (memory package) Risk of accident the ignition is switched on You can store up to three different settings Only call up the memory functions on the for each key using the memory function. driver's side when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 101 Controls in detail Storing settings* (memory package) Calling up the memory Storing the parking position* To make it easier to park, you can store the P88.70-2135-31 Risk of accident passenger-side exterior mirror position in such a way that you can see the rear left Only call up the memory functions on the wheel as soon as you engage reverse gear.
Page 102 Controls in detail Storing settings* (memory package) Press button 2 to adjust the exterior The exterior mirror returns to its original mirror in such a way that you can see position: the rear wheel and the kerb. approximately 10 seconds after a for- Press the M memory button in the ward gear is engaged door.
Page 103: Lighting
"Getting started" section ( page 39). The Switch off lights! message appears in For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz rec- the multi-function display. ommends that you also drive with the P 82.10-2890-31 lights on during the day.
Page 104 Controls in detail Lighting The dipped-beam headlamps, side Switching on the front foglamps Risk of accident lamps and licence plate lighting are Make sure that the B dipped-beam switched on/off automatically when If the light switch is set to U: headlamps are switched on.
Page 105 Controls in detail Lighting Switching on the main-beam head- Headlamp range control Position lamps Vehicle models with xenon headlamps* do One or both front seats not feature this thumbwheel, as the headlamp Make sure that the dipped-beam head- occupied range is adjusted automatically. lamps are switched on.
Page 106 Controls in detail Lighting When you indicate a turn, only the turn sig- Turning lamps* Hazard warning lamps nal lamps on that side light up. When you turn, the turning lamps illumi- The hazard warning lamps still operate if nate more effectively the section of road the ignition is switched off.
Page 107 Controls in detail Lighting You can reactivate this function within ten Locator lighting/surround lighting Interior lighting minutes by opening a door. If neither of the If you set the locator lighting/surround doors is opened after the engine is switched off lighting to in the operating system or if a door is not closed after it has been...
Page 108 Controls in detail Lighting Automatic control Manual control Front reading lamps Switching on Switching on the front interior lighting Switching on Set the rocker switch to central posi- Set the rocker switch to 5. Press switch 2 or 6. tion 4. The front interior lighting comes on.
Page 109: Instrument Cluster
Contact a qualified specialist workshop immediately, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Brighter Centre, and have the instrument cluster or Turn reset button 1 clockwise. multi-function display checked.
Page 110 Controls in detail Instrument cluster There may be a short delay before a lower Coolant temperature gauge Outside temperature display outside temperature is displayed, for The coolant temperature gauge is located example after leaving a garage. Risk of accident on the right-hand side of the instrument There may also be a short delay before a cluster.
Page 111: Operating System
Controls in detail Operating system Operating system Multi-function steering wheel 1 Multi-function display The operating system is activated as soon You control the multi-function display and Controlling the operating system as the key is turned to position 1 in the the settings in the operating system using 2 Selecting a submenu or adjusting ignition lock.
Page 112 Controls in detail Operating system The multi-function display changes when You can think of the order of the menus The number of menus depends on the you press one of these buttons on the and functions in a menu as a circle: optional equipment installed in your vehi- multi-function steering wheel.
Page 113 Controls in detail Operating system This is what the displays look like when you The explanations for the individual menus Menu overview scroll through the menus. are shown in the following table. P54.30-5196-31...
Page 114 Controls in detail Operating system The table shows you an example of menus for a vehicle with the COMAND* system installed. You can see below the menus and their individual functions. Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8...
Page 115 Controls in detail Operating system You can also change the standard display. The table overview of the menus contains Standard display menu In place of the outside temperature, you generic terms which are not always shown in the In its basic state, you can see the current can display the digital speedometer.
Page 116 Controls in detail Operating system Digital speedometer display, status Audio menu indicator You can control the audio equipment P54.30-5198-31 Press the k or j button repeat- which you have just switched on using edly until you see the digital speedom- the functions in the menu.
Page 117 Controls in detail Operating system Operating the CD player* You will see different messages in the dis- play, depending on the status of the navi- Switch on the radio and select the CD gation system: P54.30-5200-31 player. For notes on how to do this, see If the navigation system is switched off, the separate Operating Instructions.
Page 118 Controls in detail Operating system Distronic deactivated Distronic activated Distronic menu* You can read the current settings for Dis- When Distronic is deactivated, you will see When Distronic is activated, you will see tronic in the Distronic menu. The display the standard Distronic display.
Page 119 Controls in detail Operating system Malfunctions occurred If you turn the key back to position 1 or 2 in Malfunction memory menu the ignition lock, you will clear the malfunction You can call up malfunctions which have If malfunctions have occurred, you will see memory.
Page 120 Controls in detail Operating system Resetting all settings Submenus in the Settings menu Resetting the submenu functions You can return the functions of all the sub- Press the k or j button. You can return the functions in each sub- menus to the factory settings.
Page 121 Controls in detail Operating system This table shows the settings you can make in the individual submenus. You will find additional information on the following pages. Instrument cluster Time Lighting Vehicle Heater* Convenience* Select the tempera- Set the hours Set constant Set permanent Select the switch- Activate the easy-...
Page 122 Controls in detail Operating system Instrument cluster submenu Selecting the temperature display Selecting the display for the speedome- ter and the total distance recorder Move the bar to the Instr. cluster You can access the via the Instr. cluster submenu using the æ or ç but- Move the bar to the Instr.
Page 123 Controls in detail Operating system Selecting the language You can select: Select the required display for the sta- tus indicator by pressing the æ or Move the bar to the German Instr. cluster ç button. submenu using the æ or ç but- English ton.
Page 124 Controls in detail Operating system Select the required display for the Setting the hours Setting the minutes standard display by pressing the æ Move the bar to the submenu Move the bar to the submenu Time Time or ç button ( page 112). using the æ...
Page 125 Controls in detail Operating system Selecting the time display Lighting submenu Set constant headlamp mode You will only see this function if you have Move the bar to the submenu Lighting You can access the submenu via Lighting built-in auxiliary heating*. using the æ...
Page 126 Controls in detail Operating system If you have set constant headlamp Setting the surround lighting mode and the light switch is at 0, the If you switch on the surround lighting, the following light up automatically when following light up in the dark after you have P54.30-5218-31 the engine is running: unlocked the vehicle using the remote con-...
Page 127 Controls in detail Operating system Select the length of time you wish the Setting interior lighting delayed switch- You can reactivate this function within ten lights to remain on by pressing the minutes by opening a door. æ or ç button. This function allows you to set whether and If neither of the doors is opened after the You can select the following:...
Page 128 Controls in detail Operating system Select the length of time you wish the Setting the station selection Select the preset station selection lights to remain on by pressing the using the æ or ç button. You You can use the Audio Search function æ...
Page 129 50 minutes. You can have this Selecting the switch-on time time changed. To do this, consult your You can select up to three switch-on times nearest Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Switch the Automatic door lock on with the Auxiliary heating function by pressing the æ...
Page 130 Controls in detail Operating system Move the bar to the submenu Setting the hours Setting the minutes Heater using the æ or ç button. You will only see this function if you have You will only see this function if you have Press the j or k button repeat- selected a switch-on time.
Page 131 Controls in detail Operating system Selecting the heater booster settings Select the function you require using off by AC-OFF the æ or ç button. You can You can switch the heater booster You can only see this function if your vehi- select the following: on and off using the AC (econ-...
Page 132 Controls in detail Operating system Convenience* submenu remove the key from the ignition lock close the driver's door and open the driver's door and the key is in insert the key into the ignition lock You can access the submenu Convenience position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock via the...
Page 133 Controls in detail Operating system You can select the following settings The current setting is highlighted. Press the j or k button repeat- for the easy-entry feature: edly until you see the Mirror adjust- message. ment parking aid The current setting is highlighted. P54.30-5229-31 The easy-entry feature is deacti- vated:...
Page 134 Controls in detail Operating system Consumption statistics after start If you have switched on this function and Trip computer menu folded in the exterior mirrors using the button on You can call up statistical data for your When you call up the trip computer again, it the centre console, the mirrors will not be folded vehicle in the Trip computer menu.
Page 135 Controls in detail Operating system Calling up the range If you turn the key to position 0 in the igni- tion lock or remove it, all the values are reset Press the ÿ or è button repeat- after approximately four hours. P54.30-5232-31 edly until you see the mes-...
Page 136 TEL PIN functions in the menu, provided it is P54.30-5235-31 display connected to the Mercedes-Benz hands- free system and is switched on. there is a COMAND* system installed, the mes- Tel. Enter PIN Switch on the telephone and...
Page 137 Controls in detail Operating system Accepting a call Press the í button. The operating system reads the tele- phone book stored on the SIM card or You have accepted the call. You will You may accept a call at any time provided in the telephone.
Page 138 Controls in detail Operating system If a connection is made, you will see the Redialling If you press the j or k button for name of the person you are calling and the more than one second, the operating system The operating system stores the last tele- call duration in the display.
Page 139 Controls in detail Operating system Press the j or k button repeat- Memory preset number edly until the number you are looking The last numbers dialled are always for is shown in the display. stored. The number of stored numbers depends on the type of telephone you are If you do not wish to make a call, press the ì...
Page 140: Manual Transmission
Controls in detail Manual transmission Do not exceed the maximum engine speed Risk of fire for each gear. Manual transmission Changing down a gear (engine braking) at too Make sure that the exhaust system does not Risk of accident high a speed can cause the engine to overrev come close to highly flammable materials, which could in turn cause engine damage.
Page 141: Automatic Transmission
Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Automatic transmission* Risk of fire Make sure that the exhaust system does not Risk of accident P 27.00-2180-31 come close to highly flammable materials, The movement of the pedals should not be e.g. dry grass or fuel. The flammable mate- restricted in any way.
Page 142 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Selector lever positions ë Neutral No power is transmitted from the ì Parking lock engine to the drive wheels. P 54.30-5564-31 Prevents the vehicle from rolling Releasing the brakes allows you away when stopped. Only move to move the vehicle freely, e.g.
Page 143 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Upshifting One-touch gearshifting Shift ranges When the selector lever is in position D, Press the selector lever briefly to the When the selector lever is in position D, you can perform gearshifts yourself, even right, towards D+. you can restrict or derestrict the shift in vehicles with automatic transmission.
Page 144 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Gearshift program ï Vehicle with 7G-TRONIC*: ç The automatic transmission The automatic transmission shifts as far as second gear Program selector switch shifts as far as sixth gear only. only. The program selector switch is located on For braking on steep downhill î...
Page 145 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Only press program selector switch 1 Stopping Driving tips when the selector lever is in position P, N or D. If you are only stopping briefly: Accelerator pedal position Press program selector switch 1 leave the selector lever in the drive repeatedly until the letter ( ) for the Your style of driving influences how the...
Page 146 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Working on the vehicle Steering wheel gearshift buttons Upshifting Press outer section 1 of one of the You can change gear at any time using buttons on the steering wheel. Risk of accident either the steering wheel gearshift buttons or the selector lever.
Page 147 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* The program selector switch is located on When the selector lever is in position D, You cannot change gear using the steering the lower section of the centre console. you can shift up or down manually through wheel gearshift buttons if the selector lever is in the individual gears.
Page 148 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Press the selector lever briefly to the If you apply full throttle, the automatic trans- Steering wheel gearshift buttons* left, towards D–. mission will shift to the next gear up when the and the manual gearshift program* maximum engine speed is reached.
Page 149 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* The steering wheel gearshift buttons are Downshifting Manual gearshift program on the left and right-hand sides of the In manual gearshift program M, you can steering wheel. Risk of accident change gear yourself using the steering wheel gearshift buttons or the selector Do not change down for additional engine brak- lever.
Page 150 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Press program selector switch 1 Press the selector lever briefly to the If you brake or come to a halt without chang- repeatedly until for manual gearshift right, towards D+. ing to a lower gear, the automatic transmission program M appears in the speedome- will shift down to a gear from which you can ter display.
Page 151: Good Visibility
Controls in detail Good visibility Make sure that the ignition is switched Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors* Good visibility You will find information about the wind- The driver's side exterior mirror and the Briefly press switch 1. screen wipers and adjusting the mirrors in rear-view mirror adjust automatically if: the "Getting started"...
Page 152 Controls in detail Good visibility Folding the exterior mirrors in/out* Risk of accident Risk of injury The buttons are located above the parking If incident headlamp light cannot strike the Electrolyte may escape if the glass in an brake release handle. sensor in the rear-view mirror, for instance, automatic anti-dazzle mirror breaks.
Page 153 Controls in detail Good visibility Folding the exterior mirrors in/out Parking aid* The buttons are located on the dashboard automatically between the steering wheel and the To make parking easier, the exterior mirror driver's door. If this function is activated in the operating on the front-passenger side moves into the system ( page 130): parking position as soon as you engage...
Page 154 Controls in detail Good visibility Press button 1 for the right-hand mir- Glare from the front Sun visors ror. The sun visors protect you from glare as Fold the sun visor down. Engage reverse gear. you are driving. Glare from the side The mirror on the front-passenger side turns downwards into the stored posi- Risk of accident...
Page 155 Controls in detail Good visibility Mirror in the sun visor Extending Rear window blind* Mirror light 4 only works if the sun visor is The switch is located on the upper section Briefly press button 1. engaged in retainer 1. of the centre console.
Page 156 Controls in detail Good visibility Switching on Switching off Rear window heating The rear window heating has a high current Press the F button on the control Press the F button on the control draw. You should therefore switch off the panel: panel: rear window heating as soon as the win-...
Page 157: Thermatic (Automatic Air Conditioning)
Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) P83.30-3898-31...
Page 158 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Control panel Risk of injury Swivelling centre air vent, right When Thermatic is in operation, very hot or Airflow thumbwheel, swivelling very cold air can flow from the air vents. This P83.30-3899-31 side vent, right can cause burns or frostbite to unprotected skin in the immediate vicinity of the vents.
Page 159 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Thermatic is only operational if the engine The interval for replacing the filter depends Risk of accident is running. Optimum performance is only on environmental influences, such as high levels guaranteed if you drive with the windows of air pollution.
Page 160 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Switching off Switching Thermatic on and off Controlling the air conditioning automatically Press the U button. Switching off You can switch automatic air-conditioning The indicator lamp in the button goes Turn airflow control 1 to 0. control on or off control as required.
Page 161 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Controlling air distribution manually Setting the temperature Controlling air distribution manually Set the temperature separately for each Air distribution can be adjusted automati- Press the U button. side of the vehicle using controls 2 and cally using control 4 or manually for the The indicator lamp in the button goes entire vehicle.
Page 162 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Controlling the airflow manually Demist button Misted up windows You can set the airflow to six different lev- The following settings can be used to clear Windows misted up on the inside els automatically ( page 157) or manually the windscreen, e.g.
Page 163 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) When the windscreen is clear, press Air-recirculation mode switches on automat- Air-recirculation mode the P button again. ically at high outside temperatures. The indicator You can switch off the flow of fresh air if lamp in the O button does not light up if air- The indicator lamp in the P button unpleasant smells are entering the vehicle...
Page 164 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Air-recirculation mode with conven- Switching off/opening Switching cooling on/off ience opening/closing feature Press the O button for longer than The cooling function is operational when two seconds. the engine is running and cools according Switching on/closing to the temperature selected for the vehicle The indicator lamp in the button goes...
Page 165 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Switching on Rear-compartment air conditioning Environmental note The windows may mist up if the air is Rear-compartment air conditioning is con- Automatic air conditioning requires less damp. You can use the cooling function to trolled via the Thermatic control panel energy when the cooling is switched off.
Page 166 Controls in detail Thermatic (automatic air conditioning) Controlling air distribution Slide the slider for left-hand centre air vent 2 or right-hand centre air vent 3 to the left, right, up or down. The airflow is directed accordingly. For draught-free ventilation, move the slid- ers for the rear vents upwards.
Page 167: Thermotronic* (Intelligent Air Conditioning)
Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) P83.40-2672-31_G1...
Page 168 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Control panel Air distribution, left Risk of injury Switches demisting on/off Swivelling centre air vent, right When Thermotronic is in operation, very hot Increases the temperature on the or very cold air can flow from the air vents. Airflow thumbwheel, swivelling side left-hand side This can cause burns or frostbite to unpro-...
Page 169 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Thermotronic is only operational when the The interval for replacing the filter depends Risk of accident engine is running. Optimum performance upon environmental influences, such as high lev- is only guaranteed if you drive with the win- els of air pollution.
Page 170 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Switching Thermotronic on and off Controlling the air conditioning automatically P83.40-2633-31 aus 203 Switching off You can switch the automatic air condi- Press the ´ button. tioning control on or off as required sepa- rately for the right and left-hand sides of The indicator lamp in the ´...
Page 171 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Controlling air distribution manually Setting the temperature Controlling air distribution manually Set the temperature separately for each You can adjust air distribution separately Turn air-distribution control 1 or 8 to side of the vehicle using controls 3 and for each side of the vehicle automatically the desired symbol.
Page 172 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Controlling the airflow manually Demist button Misted up windows You can set the airflow to seven levels The following settings can be used to clear Windows misted up on the inside automatically ( page 167) or manually the windscreen, e.g.
Page 173 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) When the windscreen is clear, press Switching off Air-recirculation mode the P button again. You can switch off the flow of fresh air if Press the O button. The indicator lamp in the P button unpleasant smells are entering the vehicle The indicator lamp in the button goes goes out.
Page 174 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Activated charcoal filter with pollutant- Switching off Risk of accident sensitive air-recirculation mode Press the e button. Make sure that nobody can become trapped The activated charcoal filter reduces pol- The indicator lamp in the button goes when the sliding/tilting sunroof* and the lutants and odours taken into the vehicle out.
Page 175 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Switching on Switching off Switching cooling on/off Switch off the ignition. The cooling function is operational when You can switch off the cooling function. Air the engine is running and cools according in the vehicle is then neither cooled nor Press the T button.
Page 176 Controls in detail Thermotronic* (intelligent air conditioning) Controlling air distribution Rear-compartment air conditioning Rear-compartment air conditioning is con- Slide the slider for left-hand centre air trolled via the Thermotronic control panel vent 2 or right-hand centre air vent 3 ( page 155). to the left, right, up or down.
Page 177: Heater Booster System* For Vehicles With A Diesel Engine
Controls in detail Heater booster system* for vehicles with a diesel engine You can use the operating system to con- Using Thermatic/Thermotronic* Heater booster system* for vehicles figure the settings for heater booster sys- with a diesel engine off: AC-OFF tem operation ( page 128) The heater booster system and cooling During the warm-up phase after the engine...
Page 178: Auxiliary Heating/Ventilation
In order to call up the Heater submenu in visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a desired value. the operating system directly: Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The auxiliary heating/ventilation Make sure that the ignition is set to 1 The fuel tank must be at least a quarter full adjusts to the temperature set.
Page 179 For further Briefly press button 1. information, please consult a qualified specialist 1 Auxiliary heating/ventilation workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. 2 Red or blue indicator lamp The red or blue indicator lamp in the switch lights up. The auxiliary heating/ 3 Yellow indicator lamp ventilation is switched on.
Page 180 Controls in detail Auxiliary heating/ventilation* The indicator lamp on the remote control Switching off the auxiliary heating/ informs you: ventilation whether a signal has been sent to the auxil- Switch on the centre console iary heating/ventilation system P83.70-4001-31-Farbe.eps The remote control radio signal is experienc- Briefly press the switch ( page 176).
Page 181: Open-Air
Controls in detail Open-air Open-air Activate the child-proof locks in the rear and Risk of injury disable rear operation of the windows Opening and closing the windows ( page 67) if children are travelling in the Your vehicle can be started using a valid vehicle.
Page 182 Controls in detail Open-air The switch for all side windows is located Opening a side window Stopping a side window on the driver's door. There is also a switch Press and hold switch 1, 2, 3 or 4 Briefly press or pull the switch. on each door for the relevant side window.
Page 183 Controls in detail Open-air Closing all side windows From the outside it is also possible to: Sliding/tilting sunroof* (Coupé) Pull the soft top switch twice. Pull it open the side windows using the summer briefly the first time and then pull and Risk of injury opening feature ( page 183) hold until the side windows have...
Page 184 Controls in detail Open-air Make sure that the ignition is switched Closing If the sliding/tilting sunroof becomes obstructed when it is being closed automatically, Press the switch to the pressure point the closing procedure will be halted and the win- in the direction of arrow 2 and hold it Opening dow will open a little again.
Page 185 Controls in detail Open-air To stop: To stop: Rain closing feature Press the switch in any direction. Press the switch in any direction. The sliding/tilting sunroof closes auto- matically: The sliding/tilting sunroof stops in The sliding/tilting sunroof stops in its current position. its current position.
Page 186 Controls in detail Open-air Resetting the sliding/tilting sunroof Keep the switch pressed for approxi- mately one second after the sunroof is The sliding/tilting sunroof must be reset raised. P80.00-2054-31 Check that the sliding/tilting sunroof the battery was disconnected or dis- can (automatically) be fully opened charged again ( page 180).
Page 187 Controls in detail Open-air Convenience closing feature Opening and closing the soft top (Cabriolet) You can simultaneously close the side win- dows and the sliding/tilting sunroof* P80.00-2054-31 Risk of injury when you lock the vehicle. Make sure that nobody can become trapped Risk of injury or injured by moving parts, such as the soft top linkage or compartment cover, while you...
Page 188 Controls in detail Open-air When opening and closing the soft top make Opening the soft top with the switch Risk of accident sure that: The soft top switch is located on the lower there is sufficient clearance for the soft top Only drive with the roof fully open or closed.
Page 189 Controls in detail Open-air Make sure that the soft top is dry before Closing the soft top with the switch Apply the parking brake ( page 43). opening it. Otherwise, water could enter into the Click the boot separator into place The soft top switch is located on the lower boot.
Page 190 Controls in detail Open-air Make sure that there is sufficient clearance Closing the soft top with the remote You can close the side windows by pulling above the vehicle when opening the soft top control the soft top switch twice. Pull it briefly the first ( page 184).
Page 191 Controls in detail Open-air During the journey Open the boot. Risk of injury Stop the vehicle. Engaging the boot separator A warning sounds and the indicator lamp in Push the soft top switch. the roof switch lights up if the soft top does not open or close completely.
Page 192 Controls in detail Open-air To make sure that you do not damage the Pull tab 3 down. Pull tab 3 up. soft top or load while folding back the soft Fold front hinges 1 and 2 on the Fold front hinges 1 and 2 on the top: boot separator down fully by hand.
Page 193 Controls in detail Open-air Installing the draught stop Removing the draught stop Take the draught stop out of the bag. Fold the upper section of the draught stop onto the lower section. P 77.00-2094-31-Farbe.eps Pull locking mechanism 5 and remove the draught stop from the vehicle.
Page 194: Driving Systems
Controls in detail Driving systems Driving systems Cruise control Risk of accident Your vehicle's driving systems are Cruise control maintains your vehicle's Do not use cruise control: described on the following pages: speed. if road and traffic conditions do not per- Cruise control, Distronic* and Use cruise control if road and traffic condi- mit a constant driving speed to be main-...
Page 195 Controls in detail Driving systems Cruise control lever Cruise control display in the instru- ment cluster The cruise control lever is used to operate: When cruise control is active: cruise control or Distronic* P54.25-3820-31 the stored speed is shown in the multi- variable Speedtronic function display The last speed stored is cleared when you...
Page 196 Controls in detail Driving systems Selecting cruise control Storing the current speed Risk of injury You can store the current speed provided CLK 500: you are driving faster than 30 km/h. Cruise control brakes the vehicle automati- P54.25-3855-31 cally to prevent the set speed from being exceeded.
Page 197 Controls in detail Driving systems Resuming a stored speed Press the cruise control lever briefly in Cruise control may be unable to maintain the direction of arrow 1. the stored speed when driving uphill or downhill. The stored speed is resumed when the gradient Release the accelerator pedal.
Page 198 Controls in detail Driving systems Release the cruise control lever. Press and hold the cruise control Fine adjustment in 1 km/h increments lever in the direction of arrow 1 until The new speed is stored. the desired speed has been reached. Cruise control is not deactivated if you Release the cruise control lever.
Page 199 Controls in detail Driving systems Deactivating cruise control Press the cruise control lever briefly in CLK 500: the direction of arrow 2. Cruise control is automatically deactivated Cruise control is deactivated. Variable Speedtronic is selected. The LIM indi- you move the selector lever to N while cator lamp in the cruise control lever is the vehicle is in motion lit.
Page 200 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic* Risk of accident Risk of accident Distronic assists you when driving on Distronic cannot take account of road and Deactivate Distronic: motorways or high-speed major roads. traffic conditions. when changing from the outside lane to If a slower vehicle is detected ahead, the inside lane if vehicles on the outside Always pay attention to road and traffic con-...
Page 201 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic displays in the speedometer The l distance warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up if the distance P54.30-5167-31 209 to the vehicle in front is too small. P54.30-5167-31 209 Risk of accident If Distronic detects a risk of collision with the vehicle in front: the l distance warning lamp in the instrument cluster will light up...
Page 202 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic menu in the operating system You can read the current settings for P54.30-5203-31 209 P54.30-5204-31 209 Distronic in the Distronic menu. The multi-function display shown depends on whether Distronic is activated or deacti- vated and the distance warning function is switched on or off.
Page 203 Controls in detail Driving systems Selecting Distronic Activating Distronic You can activate Distronic if: you are driving at a speed between P54.25-3820-31 30 km/h and 180 km/h ESP is activated ( page 71) If Distronic is not activated after the cruise control lever is pressed, the message will appear Distronic --–...
Page 204 Controls in detail Driving systems Storing the current speed Setting a higher speed Setting a lower speed Accelerate/decelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. Briefly press the cruise control lever up or down. Release the accelerator pedal com- pletely. Distronic is activated and the current speed is stored.
Page 205 Controls in detail Driving systems Adjustment in 10 km/h increments Fine adjustment in 1 km/h increments Resuming a stored speed Risk of accident Only resume the stored speed when this is appropriate for the current road and traffic conditions. Otherwise, sudden acceleration or braking could endanger yourself and oth- ers.
Page 206 Controls in detail Driving systems Press the cruise control lever briefly in There are various ways of deactivating The Distronic off message appears in the direction of arrow 1. Distronic: the speedometer in the multi-function display for about five seconds. Release the accelerator pedal.
Page 207 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting the specified distance for Increasing the specified distance You must brake yourself to maintain the Distronic correct distance from the vehicle in front If you increase the specified distance, and to avoid crashing. Distronic maintains a greater distance You can set the specified distance for from the vehicle in front.
Page 208 Controls in detail Driving systems Switching on the distance warning Cornering, going into and coming out of Driving on a different line function a bend Press button 1 ( page 204). The indicator lamp in the button lights up. You will see a loudspeaker symbol P54.70-2214-31 in the multi-function display.
Page 209 Controls in detail Driving systems Other vehicles changing lane Narrow vehicles Speedtronic Speedtronic ensures that you do not exceed the stored speed. You can set a variable or permanent speed limit: Variable for speed limits, e.g. in built- P54.70-2215-31 P54.70-2216-31 up areas ( page 207) Permanent for long-term speed restric-...
Page 210 Controls in detail Driving systems Variable Speedtronic Selecting variable Speedtronic The cruise control lever is used to operate: cruise control or Distronic* P54.25-3820-31 variable Speedtronic The cruise control lever is the uppermost lever on the left of the steering column ( page 192).
Page 211 Controls in detail Driving systems Storing the current speed Risk of accident Risk of injury If there is a change of drivers, advise the CLK 500: new driver of the stored speed limit. Speedtronic brakes the vehicle automati- Only use variable Speedtronic if you are sure cally to prevent the set speed from being that you will not have to accelerate suddenly exceeded.
Page 212 Controls in detail Driving systems Resuming a stored speed Adjustment in 10 km/h increments Press the cruise control lever briefly in the direction of arrow 2. The current speed is stored. All models except CLK 500: Speedtronic rounds the speed down to the next multiple of 10 km/h.
Page 213 Controls in detail Driving systems Lower speed Fine adjustment in 1 km/h increments Deactivating variable Speedtronic Press the cruise control lever briefly in the direction of arrow 2. Press and hold the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow 2 until the desired speed has been reached.
Page 214 Controls in detail Driving systems Press the cruise control lever briefly in Permanent Speedtronic It is only possible to set or clear permanent the direction of arrow 2. Speedtronic when the vehicle is stationary. You can use the operating system to limit Permanent Speedtronic remains activated, Variable Speedtronic is deactivated.
Page 215 Controls in detail Driving systems Press the k or j button. Move the bar to the desired value using Parktronic system* (PTS) the æ or ç button. You can The collection of submenus is shown in select: the multi-function display. Risk of accident Move the bar to the submenu...
Page 216 Controls in detail Driving systems PTS is activated automatically when Range of the sensors Front sensors you switch on the ignition. PTS is deacti- The sensors must be free from dirt, ice and Centre 100 cm vated when the speed exceeds 15 km/h. slush, otherwise they may not function cor- The Parktronic system is reactivated when Corners...
Page 217 Controls in detail Driving systems Minimum distance Vehicles with manual transmission: P54.65-2430-31 Centre 20 cm Warning display Corners 15 cm Forward gear or Front area activated neutral If there is an obstacle within this range, all Reverse gear Front and rear areas the warning lamps light up and a signal activated sounds.
Page 218 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating and deactivating PTS Deactivating PTS Trailer towing Press button 1. You can activate and deactivate PTS man- When you couple up a trailer, PTS is deac- ually. tivated for the rear area as soon as you Indicator lamp 2 lights up.
Page 219: Loading
Preparing to fit the roof rack Loading use roof rack systems which have been tested Open covers 1 in the trim strip in the and approved for Mercedes-Benz. This helps to Roof rack (Coupé) roof. avoid damage to the vehicle.
Page 220 Controls in detail Loading Coupé and Cabriolet Skibag* Risk of injury P 68.00-3001-31 In the skibags you can carry a maximum of P 91.12-2461-31 neu four pairs of skis (Coupé) or two pairs of skis (Cabriolet). Do not carry inappropriate loads in the skibag.
Page 221 Controls in detail Loading Coupé Cabriolet P 91.12-2462-31 neu P 91.12-2463-31 neu P 91.12-2464-31 5 Velcro fastener Open Velcro fastener 5. 6 Button 8 Flap 7 Flap 9 Locking mechanism Unfold the skibag. Open the boot. Push locking mechanism 9 down- Pull the skibag into the vehicle interior.
Page 222 Controls in detail Loading Loading the skibag Pull lashing strap a tight by the loose end Removing the skis and folding up the until the skis are secured in the skibag. skibag Loosen the two lashing straps. Detach the hook from the securing P91.12-2659-31 ring.
Page 223 Controls in detail Loading Cabriolet Removing the skibag (Coupé) Open the boot lid. Press button 1. The skibag can be removed for cleaning or drying. The flap opens downwards. Press button 1 more firmly until the P 68.00-3282-31 neu skibag frame comes loose. Pull frame 2 with the skibag upwards P91.12-2476-31 and out.
Page 224 Controls in detail Loading The handling characteristics of a vehicle Luggage net in the front-passenger Loading guidelines when laden depend on the distribution of footwell the load within the vehicle. You should Risk of injury therefore load your vehicle in accordance Risk of injury with the illustrations.
Page 225 If you use securing straps, only use a wear-resistant lashing material. Pad sharp strap with a: edges for protection. permissible tensile force Lashing material can be obtained at a qualified Fperm. = 600 daN specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. relative elongation of about 7%...
Page 226 Controls in detail Loading Folding the rear seats forwards Pull backrest release handles 1. Through-loading feature* (Coupé) The backrests are released. The left and right rear seat system can be The release handles are in the top of the folded down to increase the boot capacity. boot on the left and right-hand sides.
Page 227 Controls in detail Loading Folding back the rear seats Make sure that the seat belt buckles are not trapped under the seat cushion. Always engage the rear seat backrests if you P 91.12-2349-31 neu do not require the through-loading feature. This allows you to prevent unauthorised access from P 91.12-2350-31 the vehicle interior to the boot.
Page 228: Features
Stowage compartments glove compartment cover down. the rear seats. They could damage the speaker. There is a spectacles compartment in the Visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for the Risk of injury glove compartment cover. removal of foreign objects. The stowage compartments must be closed...
Page 229 Controls in detail Features Stowage compartments beneath the Opening the stowage tray Stowage compartments beneath the armrest armrest Pull handle 1. Vehicles without a telephone* in the cen- Vehicles with a telephone* in the centre Closing the stowage tray tre console console Press the armrest down until it engages.
Page 230 Controls in detail Features Unlocking the stowage compartments Opening Vehicles with a permanently-installed tele- phone: Turn the lock with the emergency key Pull out the stowage tray. Do not insert cards with magnetic strips into the element ( page 341) to position 4. Closing card compartment in the stowage compartment cover.
Page 231 Controls in detail Features Raising the armrest Stowage compartment/cockpit cup Cup holders holder* Pull the armrest upwards to the angle you require. Risk of injury Keep the cup holder closed while you are Lowering the armrest driving. You and others could otherwise be Pull handle 1 and lower the armrest to injured by objects being thrown around in P 68.00-3573-31 neu...
Page 232 Controls in detail Features Rear cup holder Removing the insert Ashtray Cockpit ashtray Risk of accident Make sure that the engine is switched off and the parking brake is applied so that the P 68.00-2918-31 neu vehicle cannot pull away inadvertently. P 68.00-3374-31 neu Make sure that the engine is not run- ning and secure the vehicle against roll-...
Page 233 Controls in detail Features Rear ashtray Make sure that the ignition is switched Cigarette lighter The ashtray is located on the centre con- Press cover 1. Risk of injury and fire sole. The ashtray opens. Only hold the hot cigarette lighter by its knob.
Page 234 Controls in detail Features Switching on 12V socket* Steering wheel heating* The socket can be used for accessories The steering wheel heating heats the Make sure that the ignition is switched with a maximum power consumption of leather areas of the steering wheel. 180 W.
Page 235 Mercedes-Benz recommends that person you are calling using the hands-free fic conditions permit. If you are not using the you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for system. hands-free system, pull over in a suitable this purpose. In particular, work relevant to area to make a call.
Page 236 Controls in detail Features The battery is charged, depending on Run-on time: You can change the run-on time by creating an its charge status and the position of the P82.70-5034- additional telephone book entry on the SIM card. key in the ignition. The charging proc- For the name, enter "Nachlaufzeit"...
Page 237 Controls in detail Features Removing the mobile phone from the Fitting the telephone bracket Fitting another telephone bracket telephone bracket If you need to fit a different bracket for your mobile phone, remove the existing P82.70-5037-31_G1 telephone bracket and then fit the one for your phone.
Page 238 It flashes about once a sec- Remote control in the rear-view mirror obtain more detailed information from a ond. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. 1 Indicator lamp Indicator lamp 1 flashes the first time the 2 Transmitter button transmitter button is programmed. If this trans-...
Page 239 Controls in detail Features Garage door system with a rolling code: The distance required between the portable If the garage door system works with a roll- Indicator lamp 1 flashes briefly and garage door remote control and the rear-view ing code, you must synchronise the remote con- then lights up for approximately two mirror depends on your garage door opening sys- trol in the rear-view mirror with the garage door...
Page 240 Controls in detail Features Fitting Removing Floormats, driver's side Risk of accident If you are using a floormat, make sure that it does not cause an obstruction and that it is P68.00-3287-31 P68.00-3288-31 properly secured. The floormats must always be correctly secured using press-stud fasteners 1 and Check that the floormats are secure before starting a journey and reposition them if...
Page 242: Operation
Operation The first 1,500 km Refuelling Engine compartment Tyres and wheels Driving tips Winter driving Driving abroad Trailer towing Service Care...
Page 243 Operation The first 1,500 km You will find detailed information about Vehicles with automatic transmission* The first 1,500 km operating, maintaining and caring for your Try to avoid depressing the accelerator If you treat the engine with sufficient care vehicle in the "Operation" section. pedal beyond the pressure point (kick- from the very start, it will reward you with down).
Page 244: Refuelling
Operation Refuelling Place the fuel filler cap in the holder on Refuelling the inside of fuel filler flap 2. Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle Risk of injury switches off. P88.60-2065-31 neu Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames Replace the fuel filler cap.
Page 245 20,000 km. We recommend having the engine oil also use premium unleaded petrol, 95 RON/ Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service changed every 7,500 km in countries 85 MON. This may reduce power and increase Centre before using leaded petrol.
Page 246 Operation Refuelling Low outside temperatures Add a maximum of 50% kerosene or Outside Summer Kero- flow improver to the diesel. To prevent operating problems, diesel with tempera- diesel sene improved cold flow qualities is available Only mix diesel with kerosene in a con- ture during the winter months.
Page 247: Engine Compartment
Operation Engine compartment Pull release lever 1 in the driver's Engine compartment Risk of injury footwell. Bonnet The bonnet is released. There is a risk of injury if the bonnet is open, even when the engine is not running. Risk of accident Engine components may become very hot.
Page 248 Press the k or j button on the from a height of about 20 cm. Mercedes-Benz, will result in limitation of war- multi-function steering wheel repeat- You will hear the bonnet catch engag- ranty rights.
Page 249 Switch off the engine and wait for ic converter. You must have any excess oil drained or si- five minutes before measuring when phoned off at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, the engine is at normal operating tem- for example. The engine or the catalytic convert- perature.
Page 250 You will find further information about checked at a qualified specialist workshop, coolant in the "Technical data" section e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ( page 415). Coolant Coolant is a mixture of water, antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor.
Page 251 Operation Engine compartment a washer fluid additive, e.g. MB Winter- Opening the washer fluid reservoir Windscreen washer system, wash, when there is a risk of frost, to headlamp cleaning system* Pull cover 1 up by the tab (arrow). prevent the water from freezing on the The windscreen washer system and the windscreen.
Page 252: Tyres And Wheels
As a result, Mercedes-Benz cially approved for your vehicle by Mercedes- cannot guarantee driving safety. Only fit tyres of the correct size to the Benz.
Page 253 Operation Tyres and wheels Fit single new tyres on the front wheels Direction of rotation MOExtended run-flat system* first if tyres of the same size are fitted Tyres with a specified direction of rotation The MOExtended run-flat system allows on the front and rear wheels. offer additional benefits, e.g.
Page 254 Operation Tyres and wheels Tyre pressure values given for low loads are Tyre pressure Tyre pressure loss warning system minimum values which offer you good ride com- During the journey, the tyre pressure loss fort characteristics. Risk of accident warning system monitors the set tyre pres- You can, however, also use the values for higher sure by comparing the speed of rotation of If the pressure in a tyre drops repeatedly:...
Page 255 Operation Tyres and wheels The tyre pressure loss warning system is Reactivating the tyre pressure loss Risk of accident restricted in its function or delayed if: warning feature snow chains are fitted to your vehicle The tyre pressure loss warning system does You must reactivate the tyre pressure loss not warn you of an incorrectly set tyre pres- warning feature in the following cases, if...
Page 256 Operation Tyres and wheels The standard display appears in the multi- If you want to cancel activation: The front and rear wheels wear differently, function display ( page 112). depending on the operating conditions. Press the ç button on the multi- Interchange the wheels before too definite Press the j or k button on the function steering wheel.
Page 257 Mercedes-Benz recommends that You should pay particular attention to the you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for road conditions when the temperatures this purpose. In particular, work relevant to are around freezing.
Page 258: Driving Tips
Mercedes-Benz. Brake pads which have You should therefore maintain a greater not been approved for Mercedes-Benz ve- distance from the vehicle in front. hicles may adversely affect the safety of your vehicle.
Page 259 Operation Driving tips CLK 55 AMG High-performance brake Driving in wet weather Driving on flooded roads system If a certain amount of water has accumu- If you have to drive on stretches of road on The high-performance brake system is de- lated on the road surface, there is a danger which water has collected, please note signed for heavy loads.
Page 260: Winter Driving
+7 °C and on snow or ice-covered roads. have a lower maximum permitted speed Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, at the on- The maximum effect of the ABS and ESP than that of the vehicle, affix an appropri- set of winter.
Page 261 If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot Snow chains cannot be fitted on all Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a be brought to a standstill at a low speed: wheel/tyre combinations. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- shift into neutral Fit snow chains only to the rear wheels.
Page 262: Driving Abroad
Mask the headlamps with special adhe- ( page 241). sive sheets. These special masking sheets can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Or depending on your vehicle's equipment: Have the bi-xenon headlamps* switched to symmetrical dipped beam at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 263: Trailer Towing
Make a note of the key number in this Owner's Manual, for example. This will help you to obtain a replacement key from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre quickly, 1 Cover 2 Key should you lose it. Pull cover 1 downwards vertically.
Page 264 Operation Trailer towing Risk of accident The ball coupling is only correctly fitted once P 31.10-2453-31 P 31.10-2454-31 the white area on the ball coupling and the green area on the handwheel are aligned and the key can be removed. Unless it is fit- ted properly, the ball coupling could work loose.
Page 265 The vehicle/trailer combination: tools to carry out the work required. Make sure that the following values have is heavier Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a been observed: is restricted in its acceleration and Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- Maximum permissible gross vehicle pose.
Page 266 Operation Trailer towing You should not exceed a maximum Stowing the ball coupling Removing the ball coupling speed of 80 km/h, even in countries Fold out the socket under the vehicle. Stow the ball coupling in the ball where higher speeds are permitted. coupling well by the spare wheel.
Page 267 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Allow the cover to engage. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Secure the adapter cable to the trailer Remove the fuse if you no longer require a using cable ties.
Page 268: Service
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Service A in.. days Press the reset button on the left-hand Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset Service A in.. km side of the instrument cluster the service indicator after the service work Service A due now! ( page 12).
Page 269 9 or ´ service Periods when the battery is disconnected Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will be able to are not recorded by the timed service indicator. symbol appears in the multi-function update it again.
Page 270: Care
Tree resin The nubuck leather is already treated with It is best to use Mercedes-Benz care prod- Oils and grease a protective coating. You should not there- ucts. These have been specially adapted to...
Page 271 Operation Care High-pressure cleaners Vehicle care Risk of injury Do not use high-pressure cleaners with Automatic car wash Turn the ignition key to 0 before cleaning round-spray jets for cleaning the tyres. You could the windscreen or wiper blades. The wind- otherwise damage the tyres.
Page 272 Operation Care Cleaning the headlamps Turn the ignition key to 0 before clean- Clean the sensors on the bumpers us- ing. ing water, shampoo and a soft cloth. Wipe the headlamp lenses with a wet Clean radiator grille cover 1 with Do not use dry, coarse or hard cloths and do sponge.
Page 273 Dry cleaning snow or ice using a sharp-edged appliance. Through intensive cleaning with the prod- ucts found in a Mercedes-Benz cleaning You may have your vehicle washed in an au- agents kit for convertible soft top the dirt- tomatic car wash. Do not, under any circum- Rinsing/spraying with clean water repellent effect can be restored.
Page 274 Do not use a high-pressure cleaner to wash resin-free oil. the ball coupling. Do not use solvents. Check that the trailer tow hitch is work- ing properly on the vehicle. You can have this cleaning work carried out at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. P 31.10-2450-31...
Page 276: Practical Advice
Practical advice Where will I find...? Display messages Troubleshooting Opening/closing in an emergency Changing the key batteries Changing bulbs Replacing the wiper blades Flat tyre Battery Jump-starting Towing Fuses...
Page 277 Practical advice Where will I find...? In this section, you will find practical help Cabriolet: Where will I find...? for possible problems. Warning triangle The warning triangle is secured on the in- side of the boot lid. Coupé: P 58.00-2047-31 neu P 58.00-2040-31 neu 1 Warning triangle Warning triangle 1 is secured on the in-...
Page 278 Practical advice Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Fire extinguisher* First-aid kit The fire extinguisher is located under the Coupé: front of the driver's seat. The first-aid kit is on the left-hand side of the boot in the stowage compartment be- hind the wheel housing when viewed in the direction of travel.
Page 279 Practical advice Where will I find...? Coupé with TIREFIT kit Vehicle tool kit, TIREFIT, jack, spare Risk of accident wheel* and Minispare emergency The jack is only designed to raise the vehicle spare wheel*/collapsible wheel* when changing a wheel. Do not crawl under The vehicle tool kit is located in a stowage the vehicle while it is supported by the jack.
Page 280 Practical advice Where will I find...? Cabriolet with TIREFIT kit Vehicles with Minispare emergency spare wheel P 68.00-3088-31 neu P 40.10-2798-31 neu P 68.00-3087-31 neu 3 Arrow 4 Minispare emergency spare wheel 1 Straps for emergency operation of the 5 Stowage well soft top 1 Retaining bolt 6 Jack with vehicle tool kit...
Page 281 Practical advice Where will I find...? Vehicles with spare wheel* Vehicles with a collapsible emergency spare wheel*, CLK 55 AMG P68.00-3597-31 P 40.10-2596-31 neu P68.00-3596-31 1 Jack 2 Folding chock* 1 Vehicle tool kit 3 Towing eye Wheel wrench 1 Collapsible emergency spare wheel 4 Centring pin Jack 2 Vehicle tool kit (under collapsible...
Page 282 Practical advice Where will I find...? Fold both plates upwards 1. Setting up the folding chock Move the lower plate outwards 2. The folding chock can also be used to stop the vehicle from rolling, e.g. when chang- Insert the lugs of the lower plate com- ing a wheel.
Page 283: Display Messages
Mercedes-Benz recommends cluster. They will then be stored in the that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Cen- malfunction memory. tre for this purpose. In particular, work rele- Highest-priority messages cannot be...
Page 284 ABS. knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 285 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 286 It is possible that the battery is not required. Mercedes-Benz recommends being charged. that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 287 BAS. knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 288 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 289 Mercedes-Benz recommends BAS. that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 290 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Distronic Distronic* is deactivated if: Clean the Distronic cover in the radiator Clean sensor! See Owner's Manual grille ( page 269). the Distronic cover in the radia- tor grill is dirty Restart the vehicle.
Page 291 Mercedes-Benz recommends power is being reduced. that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 292 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 293 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 294 The operating safety of the auto- Inform a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. matic transmission is only guaran- a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. teed to a limited degree. is displayed in the transmis- Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do sion position display in the speed- ometer.
Page 295 Distronic* is faulty. Distronic* checked at a qualified specialist tronic/ workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service cruise Centre. control Restraint system The restraint systems have mal- Visit a qualified specialist workshop imme- defective functioned. diately, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Cen- Visit workshop! tre.
Page 296 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 297 Have the electronic systems checked at a Display faulty Visit workshop! unable to deliver information to the qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a operating system. The following Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. systems may have failed: Coolant temperature gauge Rev counter Cruise control or Speedtronic display...
Page 298 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work rele- vant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 299 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ì You have not yet entered your de- Enter the PIN for your SIM card. Tel. Enter PIN tails in your telephone. You have accidentally pressed the Function unavailable! ì or í button on the multi- function steering wheel, even though your vehicle does not have a telephone.
Page 300 Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The roll-over bars are faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop imme- Please engage roll-over diately, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Cen- tre. Otherwise, there is a risk of an accident. Please release roll-over The roll-over bars are faulty.
Page 301 Check level If you are having to top up the coolant more frequently than normal, have the coolant system checked at a qualified spe- cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Dipped beam, left The left dipped-beam headlamp is Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Page 302 The lighting display has failed. Visit a qualified specialist workshop as Display faulty Visit workshop! soon as possible, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Turn signal, rear left The rear left turn signal is faulty. An- Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Page 303 The brake lamps do not light up im- Visit a qualified specialist workshop as Visit workshop! mediately or they are on continu- soon as possible, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz ously. Service Centre. The brake lamps on the trailer do Visit a qualified specialist workshop as...
Page 304 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The left licence plate lamp is faulty. Change the bulb as soon as possible. Licence plate lamp, left Licence plate lamp, The right licence plate lamp is Change the bulb as soon as possible. right faulty.
Page 305 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The left reversing lamp is faulty. Change the bulb as soon as possible. Reversing lamp, left Reversing lamp, right The right reversing lamp is faulty. Change the bulb as soon as possible. The left tail lamp is faulty.
Page 306 Have the measuring system checked at a Engine oil level Visit workshop! tioning. qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Engine oil level You have added too much engine Siphon off the oil. Observe the legal re- Reduce oil level! oil.
Page 307 The tyre pressure loss warn- Have the tyre pressure loss warning* Tyre pressure monitoring ing* has malfunctioned. checked at a qualified specialist work- inactive shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Tyre pressure monitoring The tyre pressure loss warn- reactivated ing* is reactivated.
Page 308 Tyre pressure monitor not available! ture has been deactivated due to a checked at a qualified specialist workshop, fault. e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The KEYLESS GO key* batteries are Change the batteries ( page 354). Check battery! discharged. The KEYLESS GO key* is not detect-...
Page 309 There is a fault with the KEYLESS Visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Visit workshop! GO system*. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The key is no longer working. Visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Replace key Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 310 Do not drive any further and inform a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Remember that the brake system Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. requires electrical energy and may only operate to a limited extent un- If it is not damaged: der certain circumstances.
Page 311: Troubleshooting
Practical advice Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Indicator and warning lamps in switches and buttons Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions One or all of the indicator lamps on the There is insufficient voltage because too Switch off consumers that are not re- seat ventilation* switch are flashing. The many consumers, e.g.
Page 312 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be car- ried out at a qualified specialist work- shop.
Page 313 Practical advice Troubleshooting Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions ESP is deactivated. Reactivate ESP ( page 71). The yellow ESP warning lamp lights up while the engine is run- Adapt your driving style to suit the ning.
Page 314 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qual- ified specialist workshop.
Page 315 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qual- ified specialist workshop You are driving with the parking brake on.
Page 316 Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 317 If the coolant temperature is below may be faulty. 125 °C, you can drive on to the near- est qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Avoid placing a heavy strain on the en- gine (e.g. driving on mountain roads) and stop/start driving.
Page 318 The yellow engine diagnostic in- possible at a qualified specialist work- dicator lamp lights up while you in the engine management system shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service are driving. in the fuel injection system Centre. in the ignition system, or...
Page 319 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested solutions < The warning lamp is to remind you to fasten Fasten your seat belt ( page 32). The red seat belt warning lamp the seat belt. lights up and you also hear an in- The warning lamp goes out and the It lights up if the driver has not fastened his termittent audible signal.
Page 320 Practical advice Troubleshooting Audible warning signals Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The anti-theft alarm system* is suddenly You have opened the vehicle using the Remote control: triggered. emergency key element while the anti- Press the Œ or ‹ button. theft alarm system* was still primed. Insert the key into the ignition lock.
Page 321 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You hear a warning signal. A message appears in the multi-function Comply with the notes on ( page 281). display. You are driving with the parking brake ap- Release the parking brake ( page 43). plied.
Page 322 Do not restart the engine under any cir- cumstances. There is a risk of fire or explosion. Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The extent of the damage cannot be de- Consult a qualified specialist workshop, termined.
Page 323 Push the seat belt extender back with force. Have the seat belt extender checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. If you are unable to push the seat belt extender back: Do not drive any further and inform a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 324 Switch off the ignition immediately. Remove the ignition key. Do not restart the engine under any circumstances. There is a risk of ignition or explosion due to the leaking fuel. Inform a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 325 60 seconds. If the vehicle still does not start: Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The fuel filler flap cannot be opened. The fuel filler flap is not unlocked. The Unlock the boot using the emergency batteries in the remote control or the key element ( page 341).
Page 326 If the engine still does not start after several attempts: Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Vehicles with a diesel engine: The fuel tank has run dry. Refuel the vehicle. The engine does not start. You can hear Bleed the fuel system ( page 322).
Page 327 If the engine does not start despite jump- charged). starting: Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Vehicles with a petrol engine: The engine electronics or a mechanical Do not use too much throttle. component in the engine control system...
Page 328 130 °C, you can drive on to the nearest and the engine is no longer being cooled qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a sufficiently. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. When doing so, avoid placing a heavy strain on the engine (e.g. driving on mountain roads) and stop/start driving.
Page 329 Problems with gear shifts. The transmission is losing oil. Have the transmission checked immedi- ately at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The acceleration capability is deteriorat- The transmission is in emergency mode. Stop the vehicle. ing.
Page 330 You also hear a warning tone that lasts for shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service approximately three seconds. Centre. Parktronic switches off after approximate- ly 30 seconds and the indicator lamp in the Parktronic button lights up.
Page 331 Air humidity is very high. Drive with the lights switched on. side. The misting-up disappears after a short distance. The headlamp housing is not airtight, al- Have the headlamp checked at a lowing moisture to enter. qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 332 Switch on the windscreen wipers again. The windscreen wipers have failed com- The windscreen wiper drive is faulty. Select a different wiper speed on the pletely. combination switch. Have the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 333 The skibag cover is open. Close the skibag cover ( page 189). The roll-over bars have been deployed. Visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The soft top mechanism or controls are Visit a qualified specialist workshop, faulty.
Page 334 Retract the roll-over bars manually ( page 344). The soft top mechanism or controls are Close the soft top using the emergen- faulty. cy operation procedure if necessary ( page 347). Visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 335 Practical advice Troubleshooting Mirrors and windows Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions An exterior mirror has been pushed out Briefly press the mirror-folding button* of position forwards or backwards with ( page 150) repeatedly until you hear the some force. mirror click into place. The mirror housing has been re-engaged and you can adjust the mirror as normal ( page 150).
Page 336 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions A side window does not close complete- You cannot see the cause. Pull the switch until the side window is ly when you pull the switch beyond the closed. pressure point and then release it. Pull the switch beyond the pressure point within five seconds and release the switch.
Page 337 ( page 80) and change them if neces- sary ( page 354). The remote control is faulty. Lock or unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element ( page 341). Have the remote control checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 338 You have lost a remote control. Have the remote control cancelled at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Report the loss immediately to the vehi- cle insurers. If necessary, have the manual locks changed too.
Page 339 If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary. The vehicle may be jump-started ( page 379). Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 340 There is a fault in the KEYLESS GO system. Lock or unlock the vehicle with the re- mote control function on the KEYLESS GO key. Have the KEYLESS GO key checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 341 You have lost the KEYLESS GO key. Have the KEYLESS GO key cancelled at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Report the loss immediately to the ve- hicle insurers. If necessary, have the manual locks changed too.
Page 342 Practical advice Troubleshooting Auxiliary heating* Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The auxiliary heating is not working. The fuel tank is only a quarter full. Refuel at the nearest filling station. The battery check lamp on the auxiliary The remote control batteries are nearly Change the remote control batteries ( page 356).
Page 343 Leaving the vehicle parked up Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You wish to leave the vehicle parked up Consult a qualified specialist workshop, for a long period of time (longer than e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. six weeks). Disconnect the battery ( page 377).
Page 344: Opening/Closing In An Emergency
Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency Pull release catch 1 in the direction of the The anti-theft alarm system will be triggered Opening/closing in an emergency arrow and, at the same time, pull emergen- if you open your vehicle using the emergency key Unlocking the vehicle cy key element 2 out of the key.
Page 345 Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency Locking the vehicle Fuel filler flap emergency release If the vehicle can no longer be locked using The emergency release is located in the the key, lock it as follows: boot behind the side trim on the right-hand side when viewed in the direction of travel.
Page 346 Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency Operating the sliding/tilting sunroof* manually (Coupé) If the sliding/tilting sunroof can no longer be moved electrically, you can operate it P80.20-2635-31 with a crank. The drive is located in the P 77.20-2433-31 overhead control panel behind the interior light.
Page 347 Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency Resetting the sliding/tilting sunroof Operating the roll-over bars manually (Cabriolet) Remove the fuse for the sliding/tilting sunroof from the main fuse box Releasing the roll-over bars manually ( page 385). If the roll-over bar release system is faulty, P 68.00-2852-31 Put the fuse back in.
Page 348 Have the roll-over bars checked immedi- upwards. ately at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. P 77.00-2151-31 Retracting the roll-over bars manually If the roll-over bars have been deployed au- P 77.00-2152-31 tomatically, you may lower the roll-over bars manually.
Page 349 Repeat the procedure for the other To retract the roll-over bars when the soft head restraint. top is closed, visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. 1 Decorative seam 2 Allen key Take the Allen key from the Owner's 3 To push the key downwards Manual wallet.
Page 350 Only close the soft top ter of a turn. manually under extreme circumstances. In this situation, it is better to consult a qualified spe- cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 351 Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency Make sure that the locking mechanism is not pulled in again. Otherwise, pull out the locking mechanism again and P 77.00-2224-31 P 77.00-2221-31 turn it approximately a quarter of a turn. P 77.00-2223-31 3 Locking mechanism 4 Allen key 5 Valve screw Pull locking mechanism 3 out to the...
Page 352 Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency Pull the straps between the soft top compartment hinges and the soft top compartment. P 77.00-2193-31 P 77.00-2194-31 Do not pull the straps while the boot lid is open. P 77.00-2132-31 6 Lever 8 Strap 7 Soft top compartment hinge Pull straps 8 through on both sides The soft top compartment hinges are on...
Page 353 Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency The boot lid must be closed while the next Fold soft top compartment cover 9 stage is being performed, otherwise the soft top upwards to the stop; it will then be in a compartment cover and the boot lid may collide. vertical position.
Page 354 Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency Pull the roof lock cover down. Insert the Allen key into the roof lock. Turn the Allen key clockwise c to the P 77.00-2197-31 P 77.00-2199-31 stop. Turn the Allen key anti-clockwise d to the stop.
Page 355 Have the soft top mechanism repaired You should then simultaneously press partment cover. immediately at a qualified specialist down gently on the material tensioning workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Serv- frame with the flats of your hands. ice Centre. P 77.00-2092-31...
Page 356 Practical advice Opening/closing in an emergency If the boot cannot be opened from the driv- Releasing the parking lock manually er's seat using the remote control or the handle on vehicles with automatic in the recess for the rear licence plate after transmission emergency operation of the soft top, press the P 27.60-2241-31 neu...
Page 357: Changing The Key Batteries
Only ever replace batteries in pairs. ( page 176). Suitable batteries can be obtained at a qualified It is advisable to have the batteries re- specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz placed at a qualified specialist workshop, Service Centre. 1 Emergency key element e.g.
Page 358 Practical advice Changing the key batteries Pull out old batteries 1 in the direction KEYLESS GO key* of the arrow. You need two 3V CR 2025 cell batteries. Insert the new batteries underneath Pull out the emergency key element contact spring 2 with the positive ter- ( page 341).
Page 359 Practical advice Changing the key batteries Slide off battery cover 2. Auxiliary heating* remote control Remove old batteries 1. You need two 12V pin batteries. Insert the new batteries. Observe the plus and minus signs in the remote control casing. Slide the battery cover back onto the remote control.
Page 360: Changing Bulbs
Practical advice Changing bulbs Rear bulbs If one of the following bulbs blows, another Changing bulbs bulb will take over its function: Bulbs and lamps constitute an important Bulb Type Turn signals aspect of vehicle safety. You must there- fore make sure that all bulbs are in working 6 Third brake lamp LEDs Brake lamps...
Page 361 Such a bulb may explode and injure you. low replaced at a qualified specialist work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Cen- workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Serv- H7 bulbs are pressurised and may explode tre for this purpose. In particular, work rele- ice Centre.
Page 362 Mercedes-Benz rec- ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz 3 Bulb holder for turn signal Service Centre for this purpose. In particu-...
Page 363 Practical advice Changing bulbs Press the new bulb into the holder and Insert the new bulb so that the base Turn the bulb gently anti-clockwise and screw it in clockwise. plate: remove it from the holder. Place the bulb holder in the lamp and fits in the recess on the bulb holder Insert the new bulb into the holder and turn it clockwise.
Page 364 Practical advice Changing bulbs Switch off the lights. Changing the rear bulbs Licence plate lighting Open the boot lid ( page 84). Tail lamp cluster Roll the trim located in the area of the appropriate tail lamp cluster to the side.
Page 365: Replacing The Wiper Blades
For your convenience, have this work carried Fold the wiper arm onto the wind- out at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a screen again. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. When doing so, only hold the wiper Risk of injury arm. 1 To lock...
Page 366: Flat Tyre
Practical advice Flat tyre Vehicles with manual transmission Flat tyre Risk of injury Your vehicle may be equipped with: Select either first or reverse gear. The jack is designed only to raise the vehicle the TIREFIT kit ( page 276) for a short while when a wheel is changed.
Page 367 Do not drive any further. Consult a qualified specialist workshop which has the neces- sary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particu-...
Page 368 Practical advice Flat tyre Open flap 2 on the electric air pump. Risk of injury Risk of injury Pull connector 4 and hose 5 out of TIREFIT must not come into contact with Comply with the manufacturer's safety in- the housing along with the pressure your skin, eyes or clothing.
Page 369 The air pump can be used again once it has Make sure that the pressure release out the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- cooled down. screw on pressure gauge 9 is closed. ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Screw filler hose a onto valve 7.
Page 370 Have the TIREFIT kit disposed of profession- To decrease the tyre pressure: ally, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. open the pressure release screw on pressure gauge 9 Have the TIREFIT kit replaced every four years at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 371 Practical advice Flat tyre Raising the vehicle Changing a wheel and Have the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel or the spare wheel on the rear axle re- fitting the spare wheel* Prevent the vehicle from rolling away placed with a new wheel at the nearest qual- using chocks or similar: Your vehicle is equipped with: ified specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 372 Practical advice Flat tyre Using the wheel wrench, loosen the Risk of injury wheel bolts on the wheel you wish to change by about one turn. Do not re- The jack is designed only to raise the vehicle move them. for a short while when a wheel is changed.
Page 373 Practical advice Flat tyre Fitting a new wheel Risk of accident Only use the wheel bolts supplied. P 40.00-2040-31 P 40.10-2601-31 neu Vehicles with "Minispare" emergency spare wheel: Only use the wheel bolts provided in the vehicle tool kit for the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel.
Page 374 P 40.10-3299-31 neu P 40.10-2738-31 necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose or contact "Service 24h". In particular, work relevant to...
Page 375 Practical advice Flat tyre Inflating the collapsible emergency Remove the electric air pump from the spare wheel* with the electric air stowage well under the boot floor pump, CLK 55 AMG ( page 278). Open flap 1 on the electric air pump. P 40.10-2739-31 Risk of injury Pull connector 3 and air hose 4 out...
Page 376 Practical advice Flat tyre Press electric air pump switch 2 to I. Lowering the vehicle Risk of accident The electric air pump is switched on. Lower the vehicle. To do this, turn the The tyre is pumped up. The wheel bolts may work loose if they are crank anti-clockwise until the vehicle is not tightened to a tightening torque of once again firmly on the ground.
Page 377 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a and driving over obstacles (kerbs, pot holes, Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- off-road). The applies especially if the vehi- pose.
Page 378: Battery
Dispose of a faulty battery in Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if an environmentally-responsible manner. you wish to leave your vehicle parked up Take it to a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for an extended period. or a special collection point for old batteries.
Page 379 Do not rub the battery with a cloth. The your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These bat- battery could explode due to electro- teries are more impact-resistant so that oc-...
Page 380 Practical advice Battery Loosen retaining clamps 1 and re- Disconnecting the battery move the air intake housing. Remove the negative terminal from the Risk of accident P 54.10-2137-31 battery. If the battery is disconnected: Remove the cover from the positive the brake boosting effect will not be terminal.
Page 381 Practical advice Battery Charge the battery. Connect the breather hose. Charging and fitting the battery Observe the notes in the operating Make sure that the battery is fitted with instructions for your battery charger. a stopper opposite the breather hose. Risk of injury Refit the charged battery.
Page 382: Jump-Starting
( page 375). voltage. Use jump leads for jump-starting. You Make sure that the two vehicles do not can obtain further information from a touch. qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Switch off all electrical consumers. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 383 Practical advice Jump-starting Connect positive terminal 1 to posi- First undo the jump leads from nega- tive contact 2 on your vehicle using tive terminals 3 and 4 of the batter- the jump lead. Start with the donor bat- ies, and then from positive terminals tery.
Page 384: Towing
Opening the front cover fied specialist workshop, e.g. to a When towing or tow-starting another vehi- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The fixing points for the bolt-on towing eye cle, its weight should not be greater than the are located in the bumpers. They are locat- permissible gross weight of your vehicle.
Page 385 Practical advice Towing Opening the rear cover AMG vehicles Standard vehicles P 88.20-2238-31 neu P 88.20-2441-31 P 88.20-2239-31 neu 1 Front cover 3 To prise off the cover Press back cover 1 on the arrow. Prise off the cover from below 3 with Remove cover 1 from the opening.
Page 386 Practical advice Towing Securing the towing eye Standard vehicles: Towing the vehicle Insert the bottom of cover 2 by its tab Remove the towing eye and the wheel The engine must not be running if you are in the rear bumper and press the top of wrench from the vehicle tool kit towing the vehicle with the front axle raised.
Page 387 Practical advice Towing Vehicles with automatic transmission* Tow-starting the vehicle Transporting the vehicle (emergency engine start) Switch on the ignition (key in position 2 The towing eyes can be used to pull the ve- in the ignition lock). hicle onto a trailer or transporter for trans- Points to bear in mind: porting purposes.
Page 388: Fuses
Changing fuses for the system in question, and which have been The electrical fuses in your vehicle inter- approved for Mercedes-Benz. Electrical parts or Fuse allocation chart rupt the power supply to the equipment in systems could otherwise be damaged.
Page 389 Practical advice Fuses Closing Turn rotary catches 3 one quarter Main fuse box turn anti-clockwise. The main fuse box is located behind the Hook on cover 1 at the front. Lift cover 2 at the back, guide it side- light switch on the dashboard. Fold in cover 1 until it engages.
Page 390 Practical advice Fuses Remove any moisture from the fuse Remove trim 1. Fuse box in the boot box using a dry cloth. Remove cover 2. The fuse box is located in the boot behind Loosen clamps 6 and swing fuse box the left-hand side panel.
Page 392: Technical Data
Technical data Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Vehicle electronics Vehicle identification plates Engine Performance Tyres and wheels Vehicle dimensions Trailer tow hitch Vehicle weights Service products and capacities Frequencies for garage door openers*...
Page 393 Mercedes-Benz therefore recommends Despite ongoing market research, that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Mercedes-Benz is unable to guarantee oth- and conversion parts and accessories er parts. Mercedes-Benz therefore accepts which have been approved for your vehi- no responsibility for the use of such parts cle.
Page 394: Vehicle Electronics
If you wish to install telephones or two-way work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends radios in the vehicle, you must obtain for- Health risks may also occur due to exces- that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Cen- mal approval. Mercedes-Benz approves sive electromagnetic radiation. tre for this purpose.
Page 395 Technical data Vehicle electronics Frequency range Maximum transmission output (watts) Short wave (< 50 MHz) 4 m waveband 2 m waveband 70 cm waveband 25 cm waveband If you use electrical or electronic equipment in the vehicle which does not fulfil these condi- tions, the vehicle's general operating permit may be invalidated (EU Directive 95/54/EC –...
Page 396: Vehicle Identification Plates
Technical data Vehicle identification plates Vehicle identification plates Engine number Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is locat- Chassis and paint number ed under the front passenger seat at the front. P 01.00-2229-31 neu P 00.01-2132-31 neu P00.10-3231-31 1 Engine number The engine number is located: 1 Vehicle identification plate with chas- sis number...
Page 397: Engine
Technical data Engine Engine CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 270 CDI KOMPRESSOR Rated output 120 kW 125 kW 125 kW 160 kW 225 kW 270 kW 125 kW (163 bhp) (170 bhp) (170 bhp) (218 bhp)
Page 398: Performance
Technical data Performance Performance Speeds 6-speed manual transmission (CLK Coupé) Maximum speed CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 270 CDI KOMPRESSOR 1st gear 50 km/h 53 km/h 45 km/h – – –...
Page 399 Technical data Performance 6-speed manual transmission (CLK Cabriolet) Maximum speed CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG KOMPRESSOR 1st gear 50 km/h 53 km/h 45 km/h – – – 2nd gear 85 km/h 91 km/h 77 km/h –...
Page 400 Technical data Performance CLK Coupé 5-speed automatic transmission* Maximum speed CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 270 CDI KOMPRESSOR 1st gear 55 km/h 59 km/h 50 km/h 53 km/h 67 km/h 68 km/h 55 km/h 2nd gear...
Page 401 Technical data Performance Acceleration CLK Coupé from 0 to 100 km/h CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 270 CDI KOMPRESSOR 6-speed manual 9.3 s 9.2 s 9.2 s – – – 9.2 s transmission 5-speed automatic...
Page 402: Tyres And Wheels
If you use tyres other than those which have You may obtain further information about Tyres and wheels been tested and recommended by Mercedes- tyres and wheels from any Mercedes-Benz Serv- Mercedes-Benz recommends that, for safe- Benz, characteristics such as handling, noise lev- ice Centre.
Page 403 Technical data Tyres and wheels CLK 200 KOMPRESSOR, CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 200 CGI, CLK 240, CLK 270 CDI Front axle: Summer tyres 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91W – – Light-alloy wheel 7J x 16 H2 ET 37 7J x 16 H2 ET 37 –...
Page 404 Technical data Tyres and wheels CLK 200 KOMPRESSOR, CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 200 CGI, CLK 240, CLK 270 CDI Front axle: Summer tyres 225/45 R17 91W 225/45 R17 91W 225/45 R17 91Y 225/40 R18 92Y XL Summer tyres 225/45 R17 91W 225/45 R17 91W...
Page 405 Technical data Tyres and wheels AMG equipment AMG equipment Front axle: Summer tyres 225/40 R18 92Y XL Light-alloy wheel 7½J x 18 EH2 ET 37 Rear axle: Summer tyres 255/35 R18 94Y XL Light-alloy wheel 8½J x 18 EH2 ET 30 The use of snow chains is not permitted.
Page 406 Technical data Tyres and wheels Spare wheel* Your vehicle may be equipped with TIREFIT If your vehicle is equipped with a "Mini- For all other spare wheels, the highest value or a spare wheel, depending on the coun- spare" emergency spare wheel, a tyre pressure on the tyre pressure table on the inside of the of 4.2 bar or 61 psi must be set.
Page 407: Vehicle Dimensions
Technical data Vehicle dimensions Vehicle dimensions Coupé CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 270 CDI KOMPRESSOR Vehicle length 4,638 mm 4,638 mm 4,638 mm 4,638 mm 4,638 mm 4,638 mm 4,638 mm Vehicle width 1,740 mm 1,740 mm...
Page 408: Trailer Tow Hitch
P31.10-2671-31 necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particu- lar, work relevant to safety or on safety- related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 409 Technical data Trailer tow hitch CLK Cabriolet The overhang dimension of a factory-in- stalled trailer tow hitch is 1,188.8 mm. P31.10-2670-31 Trailer tow hitch securing points 1 Securing points 2 Overhang dimension 3 Rear axle centre line...
Page 410 Technical data Trailer tow hitch Trailer loads Coupé CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 270 CDI KOMPRESSOR Permissible trailer load, 1,500 kg 1,500 kg 1,500 kg 1,500 kg 1,500 kg 1,500 kg braked Permissible trailer load, 750 kg 750 kg 750 kg...
Page 411: Vehicle Weights
Technical data Vehicle weights Vehicle weights The unladen weight includes the driver (75 kg) and all fluids (fuel tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment increase the unladen weight and reduce the maximum payload. Coupé CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 270 CDI...
Page 412 Technical data Vehicle weights Cabriolet CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG KOMPRESSOR Unladen weight 1,665 kg 1,675 kg 1,700 kg 1,730 kg 1,785 kg 1,745 kg Maximum permissible 2,135 kg 2,145 kg 2,155 kg 2,185 kg 2,225 kg...
Page 413: Service Products And Capacities
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you product is swallowed. skin or clothing. use products tested and approved for Your health may be damaged if: Mercedes-Benz, which are listed in the Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manuals, be- you spill fuel onto your bare skin Environmental note cause:...
Page 414 Vehicle's operating state when towing a trailer the efficient use of fuel by the engine Mercedes-Benz is constantly updating its in mountainous terrain your style of driving vehicles to the state of the art. Depending...
Page 415 Technical data Service products and capacities Fuel consumption in accordance with Directive 1999/100/EC CLK Coupé 6-speed manual CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG CLK 270 CDI transmission KOMPRESSOR Urban 12.2 l 11.1 l 15.9 l –...
Page 416 Technical data Service products and capacities Fuel consumption in accordance with Directive 1999/100/EC CLK Cabriolet 6-speed manual CLK 200 CLK 200 CGI CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMG transmission KOMPRESSOR Urban 12.5 l 11.7 l 16.1 l –...
Page 417 Service Products Sheets 229.3, and 229.5 Select the SAE class (viscosity) of the en- proved for Mercedes-Benz. A list of tested apply to: gine oil according to the average seasonal and approved oils is available from any...
Page 418 Technical data Service products and capacities Coolant The following values indicate the various total cooling system capacities. CLK 200 CLK 200 CLK 240 CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 CLK 270 KOMPRESSOR Coolant with manual 10 l – – – 12.4 l transmission Coolant with automatic...
Page 419 250,000 km at the most. id change is due. The windscreen wipers leave no marks. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an an- The headlamp cleaning system and the tifreeze and corrosion inhibitor which has been windscreen washer system do not approved for Mercedes-Benz.
Page 420: Frequencies For Garage Door Openers
Technical data Frequencies for garage door openers* Frequencies for garage door openers* Country Radio type-approval Frequency range number 27 MHz 30 MHz, 418 MHz 40 MHz 433 MHz Austria GZ104569-ZB/98 26.975 – 27.283 – 40.66 – 40.7 433.87 – 434.79 Belgium RTT/D/X 2064 26.957 –...
Page 421 Technical data Frequencies for garage door openers* Country Radio type-approval Frequency range number 27 MHz 30 MHz, 418 MHz 40 MHz 433 MHz Ireland TRA 24/5/109/5 26.957 – 27.283 – 40.66 – 40.7 433.05 – 434.79 (Republic) Italy DGPGF/4/341032/ 26.957 – 27.283 –...
Page 422: Technical Terms
Technical terms A-pillar Audio 20*, Audio 50 APS* system Belt drive Front structural pillar connecting the Name used to describe your vehicle's Drive connection from the engine to roof and body (->B-pillar, ->C-pillar). radio and the built-in loudspeakers. associated assemblies such as the al- The system may also include naviga- ternator or the air-conditioning com- tion software, depending on your vehi-...
Page 423 Technical terms CAN system Chassis number COMAND APS* (Controller Area Network) Number determined by the manufac- (Cockpit Management and Data Uses vehicle or environmental factors turer and affixed to the body, by which System) to control certain functions of your ve- each vehicle can be clearly identified.
Page 424 ->transfer case which forms part of the anti-theft sys- Draught stop tem in Mercedes-Benz vehicles. propeller shafts Screen behind driver's seat and pas- senger seat which reduces the draught drive shafts...
Page 425 Technical terms Emergency spare wheel Head/thorax airbag Narrow spare wheel which is lighter (Electronic Stability Program) This type of airbag is located in the and takes up less space than a full- Improves driving stability and ->trac- backrests of the front seats and behind sized spare wheel.
Page 426 Technical terms Interior motion sensor* Knock resistance Light sensor Anti-theft system which triggers an Resistance of petrol against uncon- Detects ambient light conditions to alarm if the side windows are smashed trolled self-ignition of the gas-air mix- control whether the following lamps and someone reaches into the vehicle ture in the cylinder head (knocking).
Page 427 Technical terms Maximum torque Minispare Operating system Maximum ->torque that is achieved at a ->Emergency spare wheel You can use the operating system to given engine speed. The higher the look up information about your vehicle maximum torque, the greater the pow- and to make settings.
Page 428 Technical terms Parktronic* Rain sensor Ribbed mats System which makes parking easier by Automatically switches the windscreen Floormats with anti-slip rubber surface. giving the driver visual and audible sig- wipers on in the event of rain. nals. Part of the ->wheel to which the tyre is Partial load mode (Radio Data System) fitted.
Page 429 Technical terms Selector lever lock Speedtronic Thermatic Lock which prevents the ->automatic Feature of ->cruise control that enables ->Climate control system which uses transmission selector lever from acci- the driver to set a variable speed limit cold air or residual heat to heat and dentally shifting from position P to an- (specific to the current trip) or a perma- ventilate the vehicle, even when the en-...
Page 430 Technical terms TIREFIT kit Traction mode Accessories for temporary repairs to Active acceleration of the vehicle by flat tyres. The TIREFIT kit consists of a adding more throttle. filler bottle with sealant, a filler hose, Transmission and a valve core extractor with valve Component of the ->drive train that and an electric air pump.
Page 432: Index
Index Air-recirculation mode Emergency mode ....326 Thermatic ....160 Gearshift program .
Page 433 Index Battery Remote closing feature ..87 Changing (auxiliary heating) ..356 Remote control ....86 Call Changing (key) .
Page 434 Index Chassis number ....393 Cold start ..... . 38 Cooling Explanation .
Page 435 Index Dipped-beam headlamps ..357 Drinks holder – see Cup holder Changing ....360 Driving abroad .
Page 436 Index Starting the engine ... . . 35 Exterior lighting ....357 Starting the engine with Parking lamps .
Page 437 Index Fuel filler flap Gearshift pattern Headlamp flasher ....102 Emergency release ... . . 342 Manual transmission ... 137 Headlamp mode (automatic) .
Page 438 Index Indicator lamp – see Indicator and warning lamps Ignition lock Key ......78 Instrument cluster .
Page 439 Switching on ....40, 102 Mercedes-Benz Specifications Exterior ..... . 357 Malfunction memory .
Page 440 Index Minispare emergency spare wheel Trip computer menu ... . 131 Storage location ....277 Vehicle submenu ....125 Nubuck leather upholstery Technical data .
Page 441 Index Parktronic ....212 Rear-view mirror Activating/deactivating ..215 Adjusting ..... 31 Radio Cleaning the sensors .
Page 442 Index Display message ....292 Service products ....410 Malfunction ....312 Brake fluid .
Page 443 Index Skibag cover ....188 Speedometer Steering wheel gearshift Sliding/tilting sunroof ..180 Digital display buttons .
Page 444 Index Telephone book Third brake lamp ....357 Dialling a number Through-loading feature ..223 Tail lamp cluster (operating system) .
Page 445 Index Parktronic ....215 Trailer turn signals Unlocking Warning signal Display message ....298 From the inside Audible .
Page 446 Index Windscreen washer system ....42, 248, 416 Xenon bulbs ....358 Windscreen wipers .

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