Related Manuals for Mercedes-Benz 2013 CLS Coupe
Summarization of Contents
Introduction
Protection of the environment
Daimler's policy on environmental protection, fuel consumption, and driving style impact.
Product information
Recommendations on genuine parts, conversion parts, and accessories for safety and reliability.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Details on approved parts, reconditioned assemblies, and restrictions on non-approved accessories.
Owner's Manual
Information that the manual covers all models and equipment, with possible country-specific differences.
At a glance
Cockpit Overview
Diagram and identification of key controls and displays within the cockpit area.
Instrument cluster
Displays and indicator lamps within the instrument cluster, including speed, revs, and fuel.
Steering Wheel Controls
Functions and controls on the steering wheel for audio, navigation, telephone, and onboard computer.
Center Console Controls
Controls located in the upper and lower sections of the center console for various functions.
Overhead control panel
Controls for interior lighting, sunroof, and reading lamps located in the overhead console.
Door control panel
Controls on the door for seat adjustment, windows, mirrors, and central locking.
Safety
Occupant safety
Information on airbags, seat belts, child restraint systems, and head restraints for occupant protection.
Driving safety systems
Overview of systems like ABS, BAS, ESP, EBD, Adaptive Brake, and PRE-SAFE® Brake.
Anti-theft systems
Information on the immobiliser, ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system), and tow-away protection.
Opening and closing
Key Functions
Information on using the vehicle key, KEYLESS-GO, and emergency key element for locking/unlocking.
Doors
Instructions for opening and closing vehicle doors, including central locking and double lock function.
Boot/luggage compartment
Operation of the boot lid/tailgate, including automatic functions and emergency release.
Side windows
Operation of side windows, including manual, automatic, and convenience functions.
Sliding sunroof
Operation of the sliding sunroof, including manual control, reversing feature, and rain-closing feature.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Seats
Information on adjusting seats, seat covers, seat belts, and safety notes for occupants.
Steering wheel
Manual and electric adjustment of the steering wheel, including heating and EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature.
Mirrors
Adjustment of rear-view and exterior mirrors, including anti-dazzle and parking positions.
Lights and windscreen wipers
Exterior lighting
Operation of parking lamps, automatic headlamp mode, dipped-beam, main-beam, foglamps, and hazard warning lamps.
Windscreen wipers
Operation of windscreen wipers, including switching on/off, intermittent settings, and rear window wiper.
Climate control
Overview of climate control systems
General information on climate control, filter, and ventilation for optimal comfort.
Operating the climate control system
Instructions for using automatic climate control, setting temperature, airflow, and air distribution.
Adjusting the air vents
How to adjust center, side, rear-compartment, and glove compartment air vents.
Driving and parking
Driving
Notes on running-in, AMG specific details, and general driving advice for optimal performance.
Automatic transmission
Information on transmission positions, drive programs (E, E+, S, M, RS), and gearshifting.
Refuelling
Important safety notes and procedures for refuelling, including fuel grades and tank capacity.
Parking
Safety notes on parking, switching off the engine, and securing the vehicle against rolling away.
Driving tips
ECO display
Feedback on driving characteristics for economical driving style and fuel consumption.
Braking
Safety notes on braking, downhill gradients, heavy loads, and new brake pads.
Wet road surfaces
Advice on driving in wet conditions, including aquaplaning and delayed brake reaction.
Driving systems
Cruise control
Operation of cruise control, activation conditions, and storing/maintaining speed.
SPEEDTRONIC
Limiting vehicle speed using variable or permanent settings via the cruise control lever.
DISTRONIC PLUS
Adaptive cruise control system that maintains distance to the vehicle ahead and adjusts speed.
Active Parking Assist
Electronic parking aid that measures spaces and assists with steering intervention.
Reversing camera
Operation and display of the reversing camera, including guide lines and trailer coupling function.
Lane Keeping Assist
System that monitors lane markings and warns the driver of unintentional lane departure.
Active Blind Spot Assist
Radar system monitoring vehicle sides, warning of vehicles in blind spots, and assisting with lane changes.
Towing a trailer
Notes on towing a trailer
General notes, including noseweight, rear axle load, and handling characteristics when towing.
Folding out the ball coupling
Instructions for folding out the trailer tow hitch ball coupling, including safety notes.
On-board computer and displays
Displays and operation
Overview of the instrument cluster displays, including speedometer, multifunction display, rev counter, and gauges.
Menus and submenus
Navigation through the on-board computer menus for trip, navigation, audio, telephone, assistance, service, and settings.
Display messages
Explanations of various messages and warnings displayed in the multifunction display, with causes and solutions.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
Overview and explanations of warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster, categorized by system.
Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
Safety notes and instructions for opening the bonnet, checking engine oil, and topping up coolant.
Service
Information on ASSYST PLUS service interval display, service messages, and resetting the service interval.
Care
General care instructions, cleaning vehicle parts, paintwork, interior, and seat covers.
Breakdown assistance
Where will I find...?
Location of the warning triangle, first-aid kit, vehicle tool kit, and fire extinguisher.
Flat tyre
Instructions for dealing with a flat tyre, including using the TIREFIT kit or emergency spare wheel.
Battery (vehicle)
Safety notes and instructions for working on the vehicle battery, charging, and jump-starting.
Jump-starting
Procedures and safety precautions for jump-starting the vehicle using jump leads.
Towing and tow-starting
Safety notes and procedures for towing or tow-starting the vehicle, including using towing eyes and tow ropes.
Electrical fuses
Location of fuse boxes and instructions for replacing blown fuses.
Wheels and tyres
Operation
Information on driving with wheels and tyres, including checking tyre pressure and MOExtended tyres.
Winter operation
Advice on winter tyres, snow chains, and driving in winter conditions.
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressure specifications, general notes, and instructions for restarting the tyre pressure loss warning system.
Changing a wheel
Step-by-step instructions for changing a wheel, including preparation and securing the vehicle.
Wheel and tyre combinations
Information on approved wheel and tyre combinations, including summer, all-weather, and winter tyres.
Emergency spare wheel
Information on fitting and using the emergency spare wheel, including important safety notes.
Technical data
Vehicle electronics
Information on tampering with engine electronics and retrofitting RF transmitters.
Identification plates
Location of VIN and other vehicle identification plates and data.
Service products and capacities
Details on recommended fluids (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid), capacities, fuel grades, and AdBlue®.
Vehicle data
Specifications on dimensions, weights, and opening heights for different models.
Trailer tow hitch
Information on mounting dimensions and permissible trailer loads.
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