Mercedes-Benz CLS500 Operator's Manual page 7

Contents
Driving systems ................................. 211
Cruise control............................... 211
Distronic*..................................... 215
Airmatic DC (Dual Control) ........... 227
Parktronic system
(Parking assist)*........................... 230
Loading .............................................. 234
Roof rack*.................................... 234
Loading instructions..................... 234
Ski sack*...................................... 235
Cargo tie-down hooks .................. 238
Useful features .................................. 239
Storage compartments................. 239
Cup holders.................................. 243
Ashtrays ....................................... 245
Cigarette lighter ........................... 246
12-V socket.................................. 247
Floormats ..................................... 247
Telephone*................................... 248
Tele Aid* ...................................... 249
Garage door opener ..................... 257
Operation ......................................... 263
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ......... 264
Driving instructions............................ 265
Drive sensibly - save fuel............. 265
Drinking and driving ..................... 265
Pedals .......................................... 265
Power assistance ......................... 266
Brakes.......................................... 266
Driving off .................................... 268
Parking......................................... 268
Tires ............................................. 268
Hydroplaning................................ 269
Tire traction.................................. 270
Tire speed rating .......................... 270
Winter driving instructions ........... 272
Standing water............................. 273
Passenger compartment .............. 273
Driving abroad.............................. 273
Control and operation of
radio transmitter .......................... 273
Catalytic converter....................... 274
Emission control .......................... 275
Coolant temperature.................... 275
At the gas station .............................. 276
Refueling...................................... 276
Check regularly and before
a long trip..................................... 277
Engine compartment ......................... 279
Hood ............................................ 279
Engine oil ..................................... 280
Transmission fluid level................ 283
Coolant level ................................ 283
Battery ......................................... 285
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*......... 286
Tires and wheels................................ 287
Important guidelines .................... 287
Tire care and maintenance........... 288
Direction of rotation..................... 290
Loading the vehicle ...................... 290
Recommended tire inflation
pressure....................................... 297
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 299
MOExtended system* .................. 303
Tire labeling ................................. 304
Load identification ....................... 309
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................. 309