Mercedes-Benz 2009 CLK-Class - Manual

Operator’s Manual 18 Product Information Please observe the following in your own bestinterest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts andaccessories explicitly approved by us for yourvehicle model.We have tested these parts to determine theirreliability, safety an...

Operator’s Manual 19 Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Informationbooklet contains detailed information aboutthe warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz,including: R New Car Limited Warranty R Emission System Warranty R Emission Performance Warranty R California, Connecticut, ...

Operator’s Manual 20 Roadside Assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside AssistanceProgram provides factory-trained technicalhelp in the event of a breakdown. Calls to thetoll-free Roadside Assistance number1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)will be answered by Mercedes-BenzCustome...

Operating safety 21 Operating safety G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electroniccomponents and associated softwarecould cause them to cease functioning.Because the vehicle’s electroniccomponents are interconnected, anymodifications made may produce anundesired effect on other systems.Electr...

Reporting safety defects 22 Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with yourvehicle, particularly one that you believe mayaffect its safe operation, we urge you tocontact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerimmediately to have the problem diagnosedand corrected if required. If t...

Vehicle data recording 23 Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code§ 9951)Please note that your vehicle is equipped withdevices that can record vehicle systems dataand, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, maytransmit som...

25 Exterior view ....................................... 26Cockpit ................................................. 30Instrument cluster .............................. 32Multifunction steering wheel ............. 34Center console .................................... 35Overhead control panel ..........

Instrument cluster 32 Instrument cluster At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel 34 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page 1 Multifunction display 124 2 Selecting the submenu orsetting the volume:Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone:Press button s to take a call 142 to dial a call 2 142 to redial 2 143 t to end a call 142 ...

Center console 35 Center console Upper part CLK coupe Function Page 1 Seat heating, driver’s side 90 Seat ventilation, driver’sside 90 2 Parktronic systemdeactivation switch 176 3 Rear window sunshadeswitch 210 4 Electronic StabilityProgram (ESP ® ) switch 67 5 Hazard warning flasherswitch 99 6 Cent...

Center console 36 Lower part CLK cabriolet Function Page 1 Ashtray 211 Cigarette lighter 212 2 KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton 83 3 Cup holder 209 4 Storage compartment with 208 cup holder 209 and telephone compartment 208 in center armrest 5 Soft top switch(CLK cabriolet) 193 6 Program mode selectorswi...

Overhead control panel 37 Overhead control panel CLK coupe Function Page 1 Rear interior lighting on/off(CLK coupe) 100 2 Power tilt/sliding sunroofswitch(CLK coupe) 191 3 Right reading lamp on/off 100 4 Interior lighting control 100 5 Interior rear view mirror 93 6 Garage door opener 219 7 Hands-fr...

Door control panel 38 Door control panel Function Page 1 Inside door handle 76 2 Seat adjustment 85 3 Memory function forstoring seat, exteriormirrors, and steering wheelsettings 94 4 Switches for opening/closing door windows 103 5 Rear side window overrideswitch 63 6 Switches for opening/closing re...

39 Vehicle equipment .............................. 40Occupant safety .................................. 40Panic alarm .......................................... 64Driving safety systems ....................... 64Anti-theft systems .............................. 69 Safety and security

Occupant safety 40 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In ...

Occupant safety 41 see “Children in thevehicle” ( Y page 58). SRS indicator lamp The SRS system conducts a self-test whenthe ignition is switched on and in regularintervals while the engine is running. Thisfacilitates detection of system malfunctions.The 1 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster co...

Occupant safety 43 the side impact air bags bedeployed. (2) Always sit as upright as possible,properly use the seat belts, andfor children 12 years old andunder, use an appropriatelysized infant restraint, toddlerrestraint, or booster seatrecommended for the size andweight of the child. (3) Always w...

Occupant safety 44 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) and air bag G Warning! R Damaged seat belts or seat belts thathave been subjected to stress in anaccident must be replaced and theiranchoring points must also be checked.Only use seat belts installed or supplie...

Occupant safety 45 potentially more serious injuriesresulting from air bag deployment. If you sell your vehicle, we stronglyrecommend that you inform the subsequentowner that the vehicle is equipped with SRSand refer them to the applicable section in theOperator’s Manual. Front air bags G Observe Sa...

Occupant safety 46 Side impact air bags G Observe Safety notes, see page 44. CLK coupe 1 Front side impact air bag 2 Rear side impact air bag When deployed, the side impact air bags aredesigned to provide increased protection forthe thorax (but not the head, neck and arms)of the occupants on the sid...

Occupant safety 49 If the 56 indicator lamp is not illuminated, the front passenger front airbag is activated and will be deployed R in the event of certain frontal impacts R if impact exceeds a preset deploymentthreshold R independently of the side impact air bags(CLK coupe) or head-thorax air bags...

Occupant safety 51 In order to ensure proper operation of theair bag system and OCS: R Sit with the seat belt properly fastened ina position that is as upright as possiblewith your back against the seat backrest. R While seated, an occupant should notposition him/herself in such a way as tocause the...

Occupant safety 52 likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or beejected from it. You can be seriously injuredor killed.In the same crash, the possibility of injuryor death is lessened if you are properlywearing your seat belt. The air bags canonly protect as intended if the occupantsare properly w...

Occupant safety 53 increase the chance of head and neckinjuries. The seat belt would also applytoo much force to the ribs or abdomen,which could severely injure internalorgans such as your liver or spleen.Adjust the seat belt so that the shouldersection is located as close as possible tothe middle o...

Occupant safety 54 The seat belt presenter for driver and frontpassenger makes it easier to put on the seatbelt 1 Seat belt presenter Seat belt presenter 1 slides out when the corresponding door is closed and the ignitionis turned on. G Warning! Seat belt presenter 1 must be retracted while the vehi...

Occupant safety 55 panel. Such damage is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Damaged seat belts must be replaced.Contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter. Enhanced seat belt reminder system When the engine is started, the seat belttelltale < will always illuminate for 6 seconds to r...

Occupant safety 56 instructions. These are available at anyauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic comfort-fit feature seat belt An automatic comfort-fit feature for the frontseats reduces the retracting force of the seatbelts when they are in normal use. Active head restraints The active head re...

Occupant safety 57 1 Steering wheel 2 Seat belt 3 Seat Steering wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 91. X Position steering wheel 1 properly ( Y page 91). Make sure: R You can reach steering wheel 1 with your arms slightly bent at the elbows. R You can move your legs freely. R All displays (inclu...

Occupant safety 58 Roll bars (cabriolet) G Warning! Make sure nothing is blocking the roll bars’path of motion. Otherwise someone couldbe injured when the roll bars are raised. Therear seat head restraints should thereforealways be in the raised position when therear seat is occupied. The roll bars ...

Occupant safety 59 G Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always removethe SmartKey from the starter switch.Always take the SmartKey with you andlock the vehicle. Do not leave childrenunattended in the vehicle, even if they aresecured in a child restraint system, or withaccess to an unlocked vehicle. ...

Occupant safety 60 Columbia, the U.S. territories and allCanadian provinces.Infants and small children should be seatedin an appropriate infant or child restraintsystem, properly secured in accordance withthe manufacturer’s instructions for the childrestraint, that complies with U.S. FederalMotor Ve...

Occupant safety 61 check installation. Periodically check the 56 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 56 indicator lamp is illuminated. If the 56 indicator lamp goes out or remains out, do nottransport a child on the front passengerseat until the system has been repaired.A child in a rear-f...

Occupant safety 62 1 Anchorage ring 2 Hook X Open the trunk and release the rear seatbackrest ( Y page 205). X Fold rear seat backrest slightly forward. 1 Anchorage ring 2 Hook X Guide the top tether strap between headrestraint and top of the seat backrest.The head restraint must be installed andpos...

Occupant safety 63 Non-LATCH-type child seats may also be usedand can be installed using the vehicle’s seatbelt system. Install child seat according to themanufacturer’s instructions.The LATCH-type anchors are located betweenthe seat cushion and the backrest. CLK coupe 1 Anchors X Install a LATCH-ty...

Driving safety systems 64 Panic alarm 1 Â button i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that ...

Driving safety systems 65 braking or steering efficiency beyond thatafforded by the condition of the vehiclebrakes and tires or the traction afforded.Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver canprevent accidents.The capabilities of a vehicle equipped withthe driving safety systems described in th...

Driving safety systems 66 For more information, see “What to doif …?” ( Y page 309). BAS G Observe Safety notes, see page 64. The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates inemergency situations. If you apply the brakesvery quickly, the BAS automatically providesfull brake boost, thereby potentially reduci...

Driving safety systems 67 system which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! The ESP ® will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire sizeas specified in the “Technical data” sectionof this Operator’s Manual. i The cruise control switches off automatically whe...

Anti-theft systems 69 ! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP ® switched off. This may cause serious damage to thedrivetrain which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESP ® X Press ESP ® switch 1 until the ESP ® warning lamp v in the in...

Anti-theft systems 70 mobile phone, power supply and GPScoverage are available. 1 Indicator lamp X Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO.The turn signal lamps flash three times andan acoustic warning sounds three times toindicate that the vehicle is locked. Indicatorlamp 1 fl...

71 Vehicle equipment .............................. 72Locking and unlocking ....................... 72Starter switch positions ..................... 82Seats .................................................... 84Multifunction steering wheel ............. 91Mirrors ......................................

Locking and unlocking 72 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Note...

Locking and unlocking 73 1 j Lock button 2 i Unlock button for trunk lid 3 k Unlock button 4 Battery check lamp When you open a door, the side windows onthat side lowers slightly. Once you close thedoor, the window moves up again. ! A side window will not work if it is blocked with ice or if the veh...

Locking and unlocking 74 KEYLESS-GO Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO comewith two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, eachwith remote control and a removablemechanical key.The KEYLESS-GO function is integrated intothe SmartKey. The validity of the SmartKey ischecked every time you pull an outside doorhandle...

Locking and unlocking 75 R If the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle(e.g. if a passenger exits the vehicle withthe SmartKey) - with the starter switch position 1, the message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display - with the engine running, the message Key Not Detected appears in th...

Locking and unlocking 76 X Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap: Pull the driver’s outside door handle. X Global unlocking: Pull the outside door handle on the passenger side. X Global locking: Press lock button 1 on an outside door handle. Checking SmartKey batteries X Press button j or k o...

Locking and unlocking 77 discharged. If you cannot shut a door, donot force it or you could damage the dooror side window. Fix whatever is affectingthe window before trying to shut the door. Automatic central locking The doors and the trunk lock automaticallywhen the vehicle is set into motion.You c...

Locking and unlocking 78 ! The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure there issufficient overhead clearance. Opening the trunk from the outside 1 Handle X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey until the trunk unlocks andbegins to open. or X Pull on handle 1 . In vehicles wit...

Locking and unlocking 79 Closing the trunk G Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when theengine is running and while driving. Amongother dangers, deadly carbon monoxide(CO) gases may enter vehicle interiorresulting in unconsciousness and death. G Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, alwa...

Locking and unlocking 80 sequence, the closing procedure is stoppedand the trunk reopens slightly. X Press switch = ( Y page 78) until indicator lamp ; goes out and the trunk is closed. To interrupt the closing procedure: X Release switch = . Closing the trunk from the outside automatically G Warnin...

Locking and unlocking 81 1 KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch X Make sure you have the SmartKey withKEYLESS-GO with you. X Press switch 1 briefly. With all doors closed: R The locking knobs in the doors movedown. R The trunk lid starts to closeautomatically. R All turn signal lamps flash three times ...

Starter switch positions 82 Valet locking To deny any unauthorized person access tothe trunk, e.g. when you valet park thevehicle, lock it separately with the mechanicalkey. Leave only the SmartKey less itsmechanical key with the vehicle. $ Neutral position % Locked X Valet locking: Close the trunk....

Starter switch positions 83 instrument cluster fails to come on when theignition is switched on, have it checked andreplaced if necessary. If a lamp in theinstrument cluster remains on after startingthe engine or comes on while driving, refer to“Lamps in instrument cluster” ( Y page 308). If the Sma...

Seats 84 i If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button R once more, the ignition (position 2) is switched on R twice more the power supply is againswitched off Ignition (or position 2) X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttontwice.This supplies power for all electricalconsumers.All lamps (exc...

Seats 85 with access to an unlocked vehicle. Achild’s unsupervised access to a vehiclecould result in an accident and/or seriouspersonal injury. G Warning! According to accident statistics, childrenare safer when properly restrained in therear seating positions than in the frontseating position. Thu...

Seats 87 Rear seat head restraints CLK coupe G Warning! For safety reasons, always drive with therear head restraints in the upright positionwhen the rear seats are occupied.Keep the area around head restraints clearof articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct thefolding operation of the head restrai...

Seats 89 CLK cabriolet G Warning! For safety reasons, always drive with therear head restraints in the raised positionwhen the rear seats are occupied.Keep the area around head restraints clearof articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct thefolding operation of the head restraints. Raising rear seat ...

Seats 90 3 Seat backrest center 4 Seat backrest side bolster X Switch on the ignition. X Seat cushion depth: Adjust the seat cushion depth to the length of your upperleg using switch 1 . X Seat backrest contour: Adjust the contour of the seat backrest to the desiredposition using switches 2 and 3 . ...

Multifunction steering wheel 92 Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows the driver an easier entryinto and exit from the vehicle. When enteringand exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel isin its uppermost position.The easy-entry/exit feature can be activatedor deactivated in the Convenience sub...

Mirrors 93 Mirrors Notes Adjust the interior and exterior rear viewmirrors before driving so that you have a goodview of the road and traffic conditions. Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirrormanually. Interior rear view mirror, antiglare position 1 Lever X Tilt the mirror ...

Memory function 94 i At low ambient temperatures, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heatedautomatically. Auto-dimming rear view mirrors The exterior rear view mirror on the driver’sside and the interior rear view mirror willrespond automatically to glare when theignition is switched on and inco...

Lighting 95 Recalling positions from memory X Turn memory position switch 2 to the desired memory position. X Press and hold memory position switch 2 until the seat has completely moved to the stored position. On the driver’s side,also wait for the steering wheel and exteriorrear view mirrors to mov...

Lighting 96 headlamps or the parking lamps beforeopening the driver’s door.In addition, the message Switch Off Lights appears in the multifunction display.Switch off the low-beam headlamps or theparking lamps.If the message Switch Off Lights Or Remove Key appears in the multifunction display remove ...

Lighting 97 Canada only: High-beam headlamps are only available with the exterior lamp switch inposition B . Daytime running lamp mode In Canada, the daytime running lamp mode ismandatory and therefore in a constant mode.In the USA, the daytime running lamp modeis deactivated by default. Activate th...

Lighting 98 lamps should only be used in conjunction withlow-beam headlamps. Consult your State orProvince Motor Vehicle Regulationsregarding permissible lamp operation. X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B ( Y page 95). X Switching on front fog lamps: Pull out the exterior lamp switch...

Lighting 99 switch only to point of resistance andrelease. The corresponding turn signallamps will flash three times. Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switchedon at all times, even with the SmartKeyremoved from the starter switch.The hazard warning flasher comes onautomatical...

Lighting 100 Switching on X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B or U . or X Activate the daytime running lamp mode( Y page 97). X Switch on the left or right turn signal,depending on whether you are turning leftor right.The respective front fog lamp comes on. Ifyou have switched on the turn ...

Wipers 101 R unlock the vehicle R remove the SmartKey from the starterswitch R open a door R open the trunk X Deactivating: Press symbol = on rocker switch 3 . The interior lighting goes out after a presettime ( Y page 138). i If a door remains open, the interior lamps go out automatically after app...

Wipers 102 Windshield wipers Switching on/off 0 Windshield wipers off I Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed X Turn the combination switch in direction ofarrow 2 to the desired position, depending on the intensity of the rain. Intermittent wiping Only switch on intermittent...

Power windows 103 Problems with wipers ! If anything blocks the windshield wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch them offimmediately.For safety reasons, stop the vehicle in asafe location, and R - remove the SmartKey from the starterswitchor - turn off the engine by pressing theKEYLESS-GO start/stop b...

Power windows 104 where you pulled the switch past theresistance point and released it to close thewindow, the automatic reversal functionwill stop the window and open it slightly.If a door window encounters an obstructionthat blocks its path in a circumstancewhere you are closing the window by pull...

Power windows 105 point and released, the automatic reversalwill not operate. Synchronizing power windows The windows must be synchronized after thebattery has been disconnected or if thewindows cannot be fully closed (expressoperation).Each window must be synchronizedseparately. X Close all doors. ...

Power windows 106 Convenience closing feature When locking the vehicle, you cansimultaneously close R the windows R the tilt/sliding sunroof (CLK coupe) R the soft top (CLK cabriolet) G Warning! When closing the windows and/or the tilt/sliding sunroof (CLK coupe), or soft top(CLK cabriolet), make su...

Driving and parking 107 Driving and parking Safety notes G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects areobstructing the pedals’ range of movement.Keep the driver’s footwell clear of allobstacles. If there are any floormats orcarpets in the footwell, make sure thepedals still have sufficient clearance...

Driving and parking 108 X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 3 ( Y page 82) and release it. The engine starts automatically. With KEYLESS-GO G Warning! As long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle,the vehicle can be started. Therefore, neverleave children unattended in the vehicle, ast...

Driving and parking 109 If the engine does not start after severalstarting attempts: X Contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter or call Roadside Assistance. The engine does not start. You cannot hear the starter.The battery may not be sufficiently charged. X Get a jump start ( Y page 349). If the e...

Driving and parking 110 someone or something. Only shift into gearwhen the engine is idling normally andwhen your right foot is firmly on the brakepedal. ! Only shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is stopped. Otherwise theautomatic transmission co...

Driving and parking 111 Parking G Warning! Do not park this vehicle in areas wherecombustible materials such as grass, hayor leaves can come into contact with thehot exhaust system, as these materialscould be ignited and cause a vehicle fire.To reduce the risk of serious personalinjury, or damage to...

Automatic transmission 112 Turning off the engine G Warning! Do not turn off the engine before the vehiclehas come to a complete stop. With theengine not running, there is no powerassistance for the brake and steeringsystems. In this case, it is important to keepin mind that a considerably higher de...

Automatic transmission 113 covered by the Mercedes-Benz LimitedWarranty. i During the brief warm-up, transmission upshifting is delayed. This allows thecatalytic converter to heat up more quicklyto operating temperature. Gear selector lever Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission Á Park positio...

Automatic transmission 114 With drive position D selected, you can influence transmission shifting by: R limiting the gear range R extending the gear range R changing the gears manually (CLK 63 AMGonly) Transmission positions The current transmission position appears inthe multifunction display. 1 T...

Automatic transmission 115 Effect ë Neutral positionNo power is transmitted from theengine to the drive axle. When thebrakes are released, the vehiclecan be moved freely (pushed ortowed).To avoid damage to thetransmission, never shift theautomatic transmission intoneutral position N while driving. E...

Automatic transmission 116 Effect è With this selection you can use thebraking effect of the engine. ç Allows the use of engine’s brakingpower when driving R on steep downgrades R in mountainous regions R under extreme operatingconditions æ For maximum use of engine’sbraking effect on very steep orl...

Automatic transmission 117 lower revolutions and the wheels are lesslikely to spin. Selecting program mode S means that upshifts occur later. One-touch gearshifting With the automatic transmission in driveposition D and driving in automatic program mode C or S, you can limit or extend the gear range...

Automatic transmission 118 i If you press on the accelerator pedal when the engine has reached therevolution limit of the current gear range,the automatic transmission will upshiftbeyond any gear range limit selected. Canceling gear range limit X Press and hold the gear selector lever tothe right in...

Automatic transmission 119 automatic program mode ( C or S) when the engine is restarted. Upshifting ! In manual program mode M, the automatic transmission will not upshift,even if the engine has reached itsoverrevving range. Shift up into the nextgear before the engine has reached itsoverrevving ra...

Instrument cluster 120 Deactivating manual shift program X Press the program mode selector switchrepeatedly until C or S appears in the multifunction display. or X Restart the engine.The automatic transmission will go toautomatic program mode ( C or S). Manual program mode M is not stored. Emergency...

Instrument cluster 121 1 Reset button For information on changing the instrumentcluster settings, e.g. the language, see( Y page 134). Activating the instrument cluster The instrument cluster is activated when you R open a door R switch on the ignition R press reset button 1 R switch on the exterior...

Control system 122 Resetting trip odometer X Make sure you are viewing the standarddisplay ( Y page 126) in the multifunction display. X Press and hold the reset button in theinstrument cluster ( Y page 120) until the trip odometer is reset. Tachometer The red marking on the tachometer( Y page 32) d...

Control system 123 1 Multifunction display 2 Selecting the submenu or setting thevolume:Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone:Press button s to take a callto dial 3 to redial 3 t to end a callto reject an incoming call 4 Menu systems:Press button è for next menu ÿ for previous...

Control system 124 Multifunction display 1 Outside temperature indicator 2 Trip odometer 3 Automatic transmission program modeindicator 4 Main odometer 5 Transmission position/gear rangeindicator For more information on menus displayed inthe multifunction display, see “Menus andsubmenus” ( Y page 12...

Control system 125 Menus and submenus i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical tothose shown in the multifunction display. Controls in detail Z

Control system 126 The first function displayed in each menuwill automatically show you which part ofthe system you are in. Function 1 Standard display menu ( Y page 126) 2 AMG 4 menu ( Y page 127) 3 Audio menu ( Y page 129) 4 Navigation menu ( Y page 131) 5 Vehicle status message memory 5 menu ( Y ...

Control system 127 X Press button j or k repeatedly until the digital speedometer or the outsidetemperature appears in the multifunctiondisplay. 1 Basic display with digital speedometer 2 Status line display with outsidetemperature 3 Trip odometer You can select whether the digitalspeedometer or the...

Control system 128 RACETIMER G Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use onroads and in conditions where high speeddriving is permitted. Racing on public roadsis prohibited under all circumstances andthe driver is and must always remainresponsible for following posted speedlimits. The RACETIMER...

Control system 129 Deleting all lapsIt is not possible to delete a single saved lap.When you turn off the engine, the RACETIMERwill be reset to “0” after 30 seconds. All lapsare deleted. X Press button æ while the timer is running.The timer stops. X Press the reset button in the instrumentcluster tw...

Control system 130 Selecting radio station The SIRIUS Satellite Radio is treated as aradio application.Additional optional satellite radio equipmentand a subscription to satellite radio serviceprovider are required for satellite radiooperation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details ...

Control system 131 1 Disc number 2 Current track X Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired track is selected. For more information on CD operation, see“CD mode” ( Y page 156) i MP3-CD’s: Level of information displayed will varydepending on the information contained onthe CD with MP3 files i...

Control system 132 X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Vehicle status message memory menu appears in the multifunction display.If conditions have occurred causing statusmessages to be recorded, the number ofmessages appears in the multifunctiondisplay. X Press button j or k . The stored messa...

Control system 133 The settings you have changed will not bereset unless you confirm the action bypressing the reset button a second time. Afterapproximately 5 seconds, the Settings menu reappears in the multifunction display. Resetting the functions of a submenu For each submenu you can reset all t...

Control system 134 R Setting night security illumination(Headlamps delayed shut-off feature)( Y page 137) R Setting interior lighting delayed shut-off( Y page 138) Vehicle submenu R Audio search function ( Y page 138) R Setting automatic central locking( Y page 139) Convenience submenu R Activating ...

Control system 135 Selecting display (speed or outside temperature) for status line X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr. Cluster submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status Line Display appears in the multifunction display.The selection marker is on the...

Control system 136 Example illustration for setting the hour X Press button æ or ç to set the hours or minute(s). X Press the reset button to confirm. Setting the dateThis function is only available in vehicles withaudio system.Vehicles with COMAND system:For information on setting the date in theCO...

Control system 137 R License plate lamps R Side marker lamps For more information on the daytime runninglamp mode, see “Lighting” ( Y page 97). For safety reasons, resetting all the functionsof all submenus to the factory settings whiledriving ( Y page 132) will not deactivate the daytime running la...

Control system 138 X Press button æ or ç to switch the headlamps delayed shut-off feature On or Off . X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U before turning off the engine. The headlamps delayed shut-off feature isactivated. You can temporarily deactivate theheadlamps delayed shut-off feature:...

Control system 139 X Press button æ or ç to select Frequenc. or Memory . Setting automatic central lockingUse this function to activate or deactivate theautomatic central locking. With the automaticcentral locking system activated, the vehicleis centrally locked at a vehicle speed ofapproximately 9 ...

Control system 140 Trip computer menu Use the Trip computer menu to call up statistical data on your vehicle.The following information is available: R Fuel consumption statistics since start( Y page 140) R Fuel consumption statistics since last reset( Y page 140) R Resetting fuel consumption statist...

Control system 141 Distance to empty X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Range: appears in the multifunction display.The calculated remaining driving rangebased on...

Control system 142 This standby message indicates that yourtelephone is ready for use and you canoperate it using the control system. Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls,you can answer a call at any time. In themultifunction display you will then see thefollowing message, ...

Audio system 143 The control system stores the dialednumber in the redial memory. or X Press button t if you do not want to make the call. Redialing The control system stores the most recentlydialed phone numbers. This eliminates theneed to search through your entire phonebook. X Press button ÿ or è...

Audio system 144 Operating safety G Warning! Any alterations made to electroniccomponents can cause malfunctions.The radio, amplifier, CD changer, satelliteradio, and telephone are interconnected.When one of the components is notoperational or has not been removed/replaced properly, the function of ...

Audio system 145 Operating and display elements Controls in detail Z

Audio system 146 Item 1 CD changer mode selector( Y page 160) AUX mode selector ( Y page 149) 2 Single CD mode selector( Y page 160) 3 Radio mode selector ( Y page 150) 4 Mute function (radio)( Y page 152) Pause (CD) ( Y page 161) 5 Volume distribution ( Y page 148) 6 Sound settings ( Y page 147) 7 ...

Audio system 147 switch off again after approximately30 minutes.If your vehicle is equipped with a mobilephone, the display may prompt you to enteryour PIN (GSM network) or code (TDMA orCDMA network). Switching off X Remove SmartKey from starter switch. or X Press button M . i Should excessively hig...

Audio system 148 Sound system You can either program the sound settingsmanually ( Y page 147) or choose settings via preset sound characteristics.You can select from among the followingsettings: R STANDARD : conventional stereo sound. R SURROUND : the sound is set for better three- dimensional acous...

Audio system 149 The radio switches back to the standardradio menu eight seconds after the last softkey is pressed. Adjusting balancePress button P repeatedly until BALANCE appears in the display. X Press X or Y soft key. The volume is distributed between the leftand right sides of the vehicle. or X...

Audio system 150 external audio source while the vehicle is inmotion.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle iscovering a distance of 44 feet(approximately 14 m) every second. Calling up AUX mode G Warning! Due to the different volumes of the externalaudio so...

Audio system 151 Calling up wavebands for radios with SAT X Press FM , AM or WB soft key repeatedly until desired waveband has been selected.The FM, AM and WB wavebands are calledup one after another.The waveband currently selected appearsin the upper left-hand corner of the display. Selecting a sta...

Audio system 152 X Press SC soft key or S or T . The station last played will be selectedand SC disappears from the display. Station memoryYou can store ten AM and ten FM stations inthe memory. R Storing stations X Tune in desired station. X Press and hold desired station button 1 to R until a brief...

Audio system 153 i If no weather band station is received after three consecutive scans of thecomplete frequency range, then the scanstops at the channel with which it beganand NO WB FOUND appears in the display. If this happens, switch back to standardradio mode. Scan search X Starting scan search:...

Audio system 154 After activation of satellite radio service( Y page 154). Prior to activation of the satellite radio service The telephone number of the SIRIUS Service Center 1-888-539-7474 is displayed. X Press ESN soft key. The twelve-digit electronic serial number(ESN) of the SAT tuner installed...

Audio system 155 Tuning via manual channel input Example: tuning in channel 16 X Press * . Input line appears in the main radio menu. X Use number keys to enter desired channelwithin eight seconds, e. g. 1 6 . The system tunes to channel 16.The station you have selected begins toplay. i You can only...

Audio system 156 X Press INF soft key. The title being played is displayed. X Press INF soft key again. The name of the artist performing the titlebeing played is displayed. i If a button is not pressed within four seconds, the radio will return to thestandard display. Storing stations X Tune in des...

Audio system 157 If you insert thicker discs, e. g. ones that have data on both sides (one side with DVDdata, the other side with audio data), theycannot be ejected and will damage thedrive. Do not use CDs with a diameter of 8 cm, noteven with a CD adapter. Attempting to playCDs with a diameter of 8...

Audio system 158 Compatible bit and sampling ratesFixed and variable bit rates of up to320 kBit/s are possible.The following table lists possible samplingrates: MPEG 1Audio Layer 3 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,32 kHz MPEG 2Audio Layer 3 22.5 kHz, 24 kHz,16 kHz MPEG 2.5Audio Layer 3 11.025 kHz,12 kHz, 8 kHz WMA ...

Audio system 159 Ejecting a CD X Make sure the system is switched on. X Press EJECT button. The system ejects the CD. NO CD will appear in the display. X Remove CD from slot. i If you do not take the CD out of the CD slot within approximately 15 seconds, thesystem automatically pulls the CD back ina...

Audio system 160 Playing CDs Single CD player in the audio unit X Press button i . CD0 will appear in the upper left-hand corner of the display. The CD will resume playback at the pointwhere it was switched off. CD changer X Press button Q . CD and the selected magazine slot number appear in the upp...

Audio system 161 the unit skips back to the beginning of theprevious track. Pressing button T or S repeatedly will result in multiple tracks being skipped. Fast forward/reverse X Fast forward: Press and hold button S until desired point has been reached. X Fast reverse: Press and hold button T until...

Audio system 162 GSM network phones G Warning! Please do not forget that your primaryresponsibility is to drive the vehicle. Adriver’s attention to the road must alwaysbe his/her primary focus when driving. Foryour safety and the safety of others, werecommend that you pull over to a safelocation and...

Audio system 163 to the separate telephone operatinginstructions for more information. Adjusting the volume X Turn rotary control of button N during a telephone call.The volume will increase or decreasedepending on the direction turned. i The volume can be adjusted separately for telephone mode and ...

Audio system 164 X Press and hold button Á or  until desired initial letter has beenreached. or X Press button Á or  repeatedly until desired entry has been reached.The stored entries are selected inalphabetical order with the sub-entries. i Several sub-entries can be stored for each main entry (n...

Audio system 165 operating instructions for the mobilephone. X Manual redial: Press button s . The telephone number last dialed willappear in the display. X Select desired telephone number withbutton Á or  . The letter L and the number of the memory position appears in the left-hand corner ofthe di...

Audio system 166 X Terminating a combined call: Press button t . The connection to both callers isterminated. TDMA or CDMA network phones G Warning! Please do not forget that your primaryresponsibility is to drive the vehicle. Adriver’s attention to the road must alwaysbe his/her primary focus when ...

Audio system 170 X Placing a second call: Place a new call by entering telephone number manually. X Press button s . You are connected to the second caller; thefirst caller is kept on hold. X Terminating a call: Press button t . The current call is terminated. Theconnection to the caller previously ...

Audio system 171 Placing a “911” emergency call using audio head unit with the mobile phone unlocked X Press button h to switch to telephone operation. X Enter 911 using the number keypad on theaudio head unit. X Press button s for dialing to begin. DIALING appears in the audio display while the mob...

Driving systems 172 Driving systems Introduction This section describes the following drivingsystems of your vehicle: R Cruise control R Parktronic system (CLK 63 AMG (USA),Canada all vehicles) Cruise control The cruise control automatically maintainsthe speed you set for your vehicle.The use of the...

Driving systems 173 You cannot activate the cruise control: R when you brake R when you have engaged the parking brake R when the automatic transmission is in parkposition P, reverse gear R, or neutral position N R the ESP ® is switched off or has switched off due to a malfunction The vehicle speed ...

Driving systems 174 When you use the cruise control lever todecelerate, the brake system will brake thevehicle automatically if the engine’s brakingpower does not brake the vehicle sufficiently. X Lift the cruise control lever in direction ofarrow 1 and hold it up to increase, or press the cruise co...

Driving systems 175 G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in ornear the area in which you are parking/maneuvering. Otherwise, they could beinjured. ! Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes(e.g. trailer couplings, painted posts,elevated crossbars or...

Driving systems 176 Front area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle Rear area warning indicator (coupe/cabriolet) 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle Each warning indicator is divided into sixyellow and two red distance segments foreither side o...

Driving systems 177 X Switching off Parktronic system: Press Parktronic switch 1 . Indicator lamp 2 comes on. X Switching on Parktronic system: Press Parktronic switch 1 again. Parktronic system malfunction There is a malfunction in the Parktronicsystem, if only the red distance segmentsilluminate a...

Climate control system 178 Climate control system Overview of climate control system functions Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Climate control Canada only Automatic climate control The climate control combines an automatic heating and ventilationsystem ...

Climate control system 179 Control panels Climate control Canada only Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Q Air volume control ( Y page 187) Climate control on/off i Switches on the climate control system. ( Y page 183) 2 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 18...

Climate control system 181 Automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Air distribution, driver’s side ( Y page 187) 2 | Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again. ( Y page 187) 3 Á Temperature control, driver’s side, rai...

Climate control system 183 Function Recommendation/Notes f ´ Climate control on/off i Switches on the climate control system. The indicator lamp in button ´ goes out. ( Y page 183) g U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator lamp in button U c...

Climate control system 184 Climate control X Deactivating: Set air volume control 1 ( Y page 179) to position 0. X Reactivating: Set air volume control 1 to any speed.The previous settings are once again ineffect. Automatic climate control X Deactivating: Press button ´ . The indicator lamp in the b...

Climate control system 185 Automatic mode When operating the climate control system inautomatic mode, the interior air temperature,air volume and air distribution are adjustedautomatically.In automatic mode, cooling withdehumidification is switched on. This functioncan be switched off if necessary. ...

Climate control system 186 i For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable center and side air vents to themiddle position. Center air vents 1 Cockpit air vent, fixed 2 Right center air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control foradjustable center air vents 4 Left center air vent, adju...

Climate control system 187 Adjusting air distribution The air distribution can be adjustedseparately on each side of the passengercompartment 10 . The symbols on the control represent thefollowing functions: Symbol Function Z Directs air to the windshield andthrough the side defroster airvents b Dir...

Climate control system 188 X Activating: Press button 0 11 or P 12 . The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The climate control switches to the followingfunctions automatically: R cooling on to dehumidify R most efficient blower speed and heatingpower, depending on outside temperature R air flow...

Climate control system 189 A quantity of outside air is added afterapproximately 30 minutes. X Deactivating: Press button , again. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically: R after 5 minutes if the outsidetemperature is be...

Rear window defroster 190 The residual heat is deactivatedautomatically: R when the ignition is switched on R after approximately 30 minutes R if the battery voltage drops Rear window defroster G Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice shouldbe removed from the rear window beforedriving. Visibilit...

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 191 Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/slidingsunroof, make sure there is no danger ofanyone being harmed by the opening/closing procedure.The opening/closing procedure of the tilt/sliding sunroof can be immediately h...

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 192 X Switch on the ignition. Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point indirection of arrow 2 . X Release the sunroof switch when thedesired position is reached. X Express operation: To open the tilt/ sliding sunroof completely,...

Soft top (cabriolet) 193 X Keep holding the sunroof switch indirection of arrow 1 for approximately 1 second. X Check the express operation feature( Y page 192). If the tilt/sliding sunroof opens and closescompletely, the roof is synchronized.Otherwise repeat the above steps. Soft top (cabriolet) Sa...

Soft top (cabriolet) 195 X Pull up on soft top switch 1 until the soft top is completely lowered into its trunkstorage compartment.The windows will also open when youcontinue to pull up on the soft top switch. Closing X Press soft top switch 1 until the soft top is completely closed and locked. With...

Loading and storing 198 R Do not place anything on top of or in frontof the luggage cover. R Do not place anything on the shelf behindthe roll bars. 1 Luggage cover Closing X Pull luggage cover 1 out in direction of arrow until it engages in place. Opening X Press luggage cover 1 in direction of rea...

Loading and storing 199 The total load weight including vehicleoccupants and luggage/cargo should notexceed the total load limit indicated on thecorresponding Tire and Loading Informationplacard located on the driver’s door B-pillar( Y page 237). The handling characteristics of a fully loadedvehicle...

Loading and storing 202 4 Hook and loop fastener X Unfasten hook and loop fastener 4 . X Pull ski bag into passenger compartmentand unfold. X Open the trunk. 5 Button X Press button 5 on flap. The flap opens downward. Loading X From trunk, slide skis into ski bag. 6 Strap X Tighten strap 6 by pullin...

Loading and storing 203 7 Hook 8 Eye X Connect hook 7 to eye 8 located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench. X Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end(arrow). Unloading and folding X Loosen both straps. X Disconnect hook 7 from eye 8 . X Unload skis. X Close flap in trunk. X Fold and flatt...

Loading and storing 204 Removing the ski bag G Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk open whilethe ski bag is removed. Deadly carbonmonoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicleinterior, resulting in unconsciousness anddeath. To prevent unauthorized persons from accessto the trunk, always close the cover....

Loading and storing 205 Cargo tie-down rings Cargo tie-down rings are only available on theCLK coupe.Four cargo tie-down rings are located in thetrunk.Carefully secure cargo by applying even loadon all rings with rope of sufficient strength tohold down the cargo.Always follow loading instructions( Y...

Loading and storing 206 2 Release handle X Pull release handle 2 . 3 Seat cushion 4 Seat backrest X Fold seat cushion 3 forward. X Fold seat backrest 4 forward. ! Always release the seat cushion and fold it forward before folding the correspondingseat backrest forward. The seat backrestmay otherwise...

Loading and storing 207 i To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always lock seatbackrest in its upright position. Storage compartments G Warning! Do not store any flammable substancesinside the vehicle or in the trunk. Otherwisethe flammable substances could ignite andstart a fir...

Loading and storing 208 Storage/telephone compartment under front center armrest 1 Cover X Opening: Slide cover 1 in direction of arrow. i The contact plate for the mobile phone cradle ( Y page 213), the Roadside Assistance button p ( Y page 216) and the Information button ¡ ( Y page 217) are locate...

Useful features 209 Useful features Cup holders G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids onvehicle occupants and/or vehicleequipment, only use containers that fit intothe cup holder. Use lids on open containersand do not fill containers to a height wherethe contents, especially hot liqui...

Useful features 210 Sun visors G Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visorsclosed while vehicle is in motion. Reflectedglare can endanger you and others. 1 Vanity mirror lamp 2 Mounting 3 Holder, e.g. for gas cards 4 Vanity mirror 5 Vanity mirror co...

Useful features 211 X Switch on the ignition. X Extending/Retracting: Press rear window sunshade switch 1 briefly. Ashtrays Center console ashtray G Warning! Remove front ashtray insert only withvehicle standing still. 1 Cover plate 2 Sliding knob 3 Ashtray insert X Opening: Briefly press the bottom...

Useful features 212 Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 58. G Warning! Never touch the heating element or sidesof the lighter; they are extremely hot. Holdthe knob only.Make sure any children traveling with youdo not injure themselves or start a fire withthe hot cigarette lighter. If ...

Useful features 214 Tele Aid ! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed.To ensure your system is activated andoperational, please press the ¡ button to perform the acquaintance call. Failure tocomplete either of these steps may resultin a system that is not ...

Useful features 215 If a malfunction is indicated as outlinedabove, the system may not operate asexpected. In case of an emergency, helpwill have to be summoned by other means.Have the system checked at the nearestMercedes-Benz Center or contact theResponse Center at 1-800-756-9018 (inthe USA) or 1-...

Useful features 216 Initiating an emergency call manually 1 Cover 2 SOS button X Briefly press on cover 1 to open. X Press SOS button 2 briefly. The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded. X Wait for a voice connection to theResponse Center. X Close cover 1 a...

Useful features 217 connection to the Response Centerestablished, then the Tele Aid system couldnot initiate a Roadside Assistance call (e.g.the relevant cellular phone network is notavailable). The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display. X Terminating calls: Press button t on the ...

Useful features 218 use it only with the vehicle at a standstill ina safe location. Remove the phone from themobile phone cradle and place the call. Thenavigation system (if engaged) willcontinue to run. The display in theinstrument cluster is available for use, andspoken commands are only available...

Useful features 219 Garage door opener The integrated remote control can operate upto three separately controlled devicescompatible with HomeLink ® or some other systems. G Warning! Before programming the integrated remotecontrol to a garage door opener or gateoperator, make sure people and objects ...

Useful features 221 signal transmitter to pick up the signal duringprogramming. Similar to this Canadian law,some U.S. gate operators are designed to“time-out” in the same manner.If you live in Canada or if you are havingdifficulties programming a gate operator(regardless of where you live) by using...

Useful features 222 Programming tips If you are having difficulty programming theintegrated remote control, here are somehelpful tips: R Check the frequency of hand-held remotecontrol 5 (typically located on the reverse side of the remote). The integrated remotecontrol is compatible with radio-frequ...

Useful features 223 Floormats G Warning! Whenever you are using floormats, makesure there is enough clearance and that thefloormats are securely fastened.Floormats should always be securelyfastened using the fastening equipment.Before driving off, check that the floormatsare securely in place and ad...

225 Vehicle equipment ............................ 226The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 226At the gas station ............................. 227Engine compartment ........................ 229Tires and wheels ............................... 234Winter driving ................................... 25...

The first 1000 miles (1500 km) 226 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. The first 1000 m...

At the gas station 227 At the gas station Refueling G Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable andpoisonous. It burns violently and can causeserious personal injury.Never allow sparks, flames or smokingmaterials near gasoline!Turn off the engine before refueling.Whenever you are around gasoline, avoidi...

At the gas station 228 1 Fuel filler flap 2 Fuel filler cap X Turn off the engine. i Leaving the engine running and the fuel filler cap open can cause the yellow fueltank reserve warning lamp to flash and themalfunction indicator lamp ú (USA only) or ± (Canada only) to illuminate. For more informati...

Engine compartment 229 Engine compartment Hood G Warning! Do not pull the release lever while thevehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hoodcould be forced open by passing air flow.This could cause the hood to come looseand injure you and/or others. Opening G Warning! If you see flames or smoke coming ...

Engine compartment 231 Checking engine oil level X Open the hood ( Y page 229). CLK 350/CLK 550 1 Oil dipstick 2 Upper (max) mark 3 Lower (min) mark X Pull out oil dipstick 1 . CLK 63 AMG 1 Oil dipstick 2 Upper (max) mark 3 Lower (min) mark X Pull out oil dipstick 1 . X Wipe oil dipstick 1 clean. X ...

Engine compartment 232 covered by the Mercedes-Benz LimitedWarranty. CLK 350/CLK 550 1 Filler cap CLK 63 AMG 1 Filler cap X Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. X Add engine oil as required. Be careful notto overfill with oil. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.Avoid environmental damage ...

Engine compartment 233 scalding hot fluid and steam will be blownout under pressure. R Do not spill antifreeze on hot engineparts. Antifreeze contains ethyleneglycol which may burn if it comes intocontact with hot engine parts. 1 Cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Marking bar in the expansion tank X Usi...

Tires and wheels 234 X Opening washer fluid reservoir: Pull tab of cap 1 upwards. X Refill the washer fluid reservoir with MBWindshield Washer Concentrate “MBSummerFit” and water (or commerciallyavailable premixed washer solvent/antifreeze, depending on ambienttemperatures) ( Y page 380). X Closing ...

Tires and wheels 235 speed with a flat tire will cause excessiveheat build-up and possibly a fire. Important guidelines R Only use sets of tires and rims of the sametype and make. R Tires must be of the correct size for the rim. R Break in new tires for approximately60 miles (100 km) at moderate spe...

Tires and wheels 236 (1.6 mm), we recommend that you do notallow your tires to wear down to that level.As tread depth approaches 1 / 8 in (3 mm), the adhesion properties on a wet road aresharply reduced.Depending upon the weather and/or roadsurface (conditions), the tire traction varieswidely. Do no...

Tires and wheels 237 Loading the vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how muchweight it may properly carry.(1) The Tire and Loading Information placard can be found on the driver’s doorB-pillar. This placard tells you importantinformation about the number of peoplethat can be in the vehicle and t...

Tires and wheels 238 on the Tire and Loading Informationplacard. The combined weight of all occupants,cargo/luggage and trailer tongue load (ifapplicable) should never exceed the weightreferenced in that statement. Seating capacity The seating capacity gives you importantinformation on the number of...

Tires and wheels 239 vehicle stated on the vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information placard ( Y page 238). Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Seating configuration Occupants weight Combined weight o...

Tires and wheels 240 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The totalallowable weight that can be carried by asingle axle (front or rear).To assure that your vehicle does not exceedthe maximum permissible weight limits(GVWR and GAWR for front and rear axle),have the loaded vehicle (including driver,passen...

Tires and wheels 241 1 Tire and Loading Information placard withrecommended cold tire inflationpressures The Tire and Loading Information placard liststhe recommended cold tire inflationpressures for maximum loaded vehicleweight. The tire inflation pressures listedapply to the tires installed as ori...

Tires and wheels 242 Underinflated tires can R cause excessive and uneven tire wear R adversely affect fuel economy R lead to tire failure from being overheated R adversely affect handling characteristics Overinflated tires G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflationpressures.Do not overinflate tir...

Tires and wheels 243 stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen.Then recheck the tire inflation pressurewith the tire gauge. X Install the valve cap. X Repeat this procedure for each tire. Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) While the vehicle is being driven, the Run FlatIndicator monitors the set tire...

Tires and wheels 244 Restarting the Run Flat IndicatorThe Run Flat Indicator must be restarted inthe following situations: R after you have changed the tire inflationpressure R after you have replaced the wheels or tires R after you have installed new wheels or tires X Using the Tire and Loading Inf...

Tires and wheels 245 information on the inside of the fuel fillerflap.The TPMS is not able to issue a warning dueto a sudden dramatic loss of pressure (e.g.tire blowout caused by a foreign object). Inthis case bring the vehicle to a halt bycarefully applying the brakes and avoidingabrupt steering ma...

Tires and wheels 246 i This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired. Any unauthorized...

Tires and wheels 247 Tire Pressure Monitor Restarted After driving a few minutes the systemverifies that the current tire inflationpressures are within the system’s specifiedrange. Afterwards, the current tire inflationpressures are accepted as reference valuesand then monitored. X If you wish to ca...

Tires and wheels 248 3 Radial tire code 4 Rim diameter 5 Tire load rating 6 Tire speed rating i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration. General: Depending on the design standardsused, the tire size molded int...

Tires and wheels 249 maximum load associated with the load indexis indicated in kilograms and lbs.For additional information on tire load rating,see “Load identification” ( Y page 250). Tire speed rating G Warning! Even when permitted by law, never operatea vehicle at speeds greater than themaximum ...

Tires and wheels 250 Index Speed rating H M+S 17 up to 130 mph (210 km/h) V M+S 17 up to 149 mph (240 km/h) i Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. Make sure the tiresyou use show M+S and the mountain/snowflake . marking on the tire sidewall. These tires meet specific snowtract...

Tires and wheels 251 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) U.S. tire regulations require each new tiremanufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TINinto or onto a sidewall of each tire produced.The TIN is a unique identifier which facilitatesefforts by tire manufactures to notifypurchasers in recall s...

Tires and wheels 252 1 Maximum tire load rating i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration. The maximum tire load is the maximumweight the tires are designed to support.For more information on tire load rating,...

Tires and wheels 253 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S.Government requirement designed to givedrivers consistent and reliable informationregarding tire performance. Tiremanufacturers are required to grade tiresbased on three performance factors:treadwea...

Tires and wheels 254 Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires( Y page 258) with a minimum tread depth of approximately 1 / 6 in (4 mm) on all four wheels for the winter season to ensure normalbalanced handling characteristics. Onpacked snow, they can reduce your stoppingdistance compared to summer tire...

Tires and wheels 256 Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the vehicle isdesigned to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms(150 lb). Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle attheir designated seating positions. Production options weight The combined weight of those instal...

Tires and wheels 257 Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the road. Treadwear indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars”that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm) of tread remains. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system t...

Winter driving 258 Winter driving General information Have your vehicle winterized at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. Winter tires G Warning! Winter tires with a tread depth of less than 1 / 6 in (4 mm) must be replaced. They are no longer suitable for winter operation. G Warning! If you use your...

Winter driving 259 Benz Center will be glad to advise you onthis subject. R Use of snow chains may be prohibiteddepending on location. Always check localand state laws before installing snowchains. R Do not use snow chains on the spare wheel. i When driving with snow chains, you may wish to switch o...

Driving instructions 260 Driving instructions Drive sensibly – save fuel To save fuel you should: R Keep tires at the recommended inflationpressures. R Remove unnecessary loads. R CLK coupe: Remove roof rack when not inuse. R Allow engine to warm up under low loaduse. R Avoid frequent acceleration a...

Driving instructions 261 surfaces. This may cause serious damageto the drivetrain which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Continuous or hard braking G Warning! Resting your foot on the brake pedal willcause excessive and premature wear of thebrake pads.It can also result in the br...

Driving instructions 262 of the vehicle can be degraded to an extentthat safe braking is substantially impaired.This could result in an accident. ! Because the ESP ® operates automatically, the engine and ignition mustbe shut off (SmartKey in starter switchposition 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop bu...

Driving instructions 264 Only operate the audio system orCOMAND 18 (Cockpit Management and Data System) if road, weather and trafficconditions permit. Otherwise, you may notbe able to observe traffic conditions andcould endanger yourself and others.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approxi...

Maintenance 265 Maintenance Notes The Maintenance System in your vehicletracks the distance driven and the timeelapsed since the last maintenance service,calculates other maintenance service workrequired, and calls for the next maintenanceservice accordingly.We strongly recommend that you have yourv...

Maintenance 266 Maintenance service term exceeded If you have exceeded the suggestedmaintenance service term, you will see thefollowing message in the multifunctiondisplay: Service A Exceeded By XXXXX Miles (Km)Service A Exceeded By XXX Days In addition, a signal sounds when themessage appears.Any a...

Vehicle care 267 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Notes Regular and proper care will help to maintainthe value of your vehicle. G Warning! Many cleaning products can be hazardous.Some are poisonous, others are flammable.Always follow the instructions on theparticular container. Always o...

Vehicle care 268 here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.The following topics deal with the cleaningand care of your vehicle and give important“how-to” information as well as references toMercedes-Benz approved vehicle-careproducts. Power washer ! Follow the i...

Vehicle care 270 Never use a power washer to clean the softtop, as you may damage the soft topmaterial.Do not use sharp-edged instruments for theremoval of ice and snow.Never use hot-wax when you run thevehicle through an automatic car wash, asyou may damage the soft top material. i Depending on the...

Vehicle care 271 1 Parktronic system sensors in frontbumper X Only clean sensors 1 by hand. X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such asMercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo,with plenty of water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers. ! Applying strong pressure may damage th...

Vehicle care 272 may also damage the wheel paint if thevehicle is not driven after cleaning.Therefore, the vehicle’s brake systemshould always be warmed-up before it isparked after cleaning. Drive your vehicle forseveral minutes to allow the brakes to dry.When applying Mercedes-Benz approvedTire Car...

Vehicle care 273 intermediate cover, contact-discoloration willbe prevented. G Warning! Only use seat or head restraint coverswhich have been tested and approved byMercedes-Benz for your vehicle model.Using other seat or head restraint coversmay interfere with or prevent the activationof the active ...

275 Vehicle equipment ............................ 276Where will I find ...? .......................... 276Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 279What to do if … .................................. 308Unlocking/locking manually ........... 320Opening/closing i...

Where will I find ...? 276 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Where will I find ...? F...

Where will I find ...? 277 ! To prevent damage, always disengage the floor handle from the upper trunk lip andlower the trunk floor before closing thetrunk. Vehicles with spare wheel X Remove the luggage box ( Y page 278). Example illustration 1 Vehicle tool kit X After finishing work: Reinstall the...

Where will I find ...? 278 you or others could be injured, as the jackis designed only for the purpose ofchanging a wheel.When using the jack, observe the safetynotes in the “Mounting the spare wheel”section and the notes on the jack. X Take the jack from the vehicle tool kit( Y page 276). Storage p...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 279 X Remove retaining screw 1 by turning it counterclockwise. X Remove luggage box 2 . Example illustration 3 Mounting direction indicator 4 Spare wheel 5 Storage well casing X Remove storage well casing 5 . X Remove spare wheel 4 . The spare whe...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 280 wheel. They are then stored in the Vehicle status message memory menu ( Y page 131). Remember that clearing a message will only make the messagedisappear. Clearing a message will notcorrect the condition that caused themessage to appear. G War...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 281 Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS ABS, ESP Unavailable See Operator’s Man. The brake system is still functioningnormally but due to a malfunction, theABS, the BAS and the ESP ® are u...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 283 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual The front passenger front air bag isactivated while driving even though achild, small individual, or object below thesystem’s we...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 284 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ( Y page 47) has deactivated the front passenger front air bag. R the message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 286 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution necessary check cycles and to make sureneither message appears in the multifunctiondisplay. If above conditions are met, you can occupy thefront passenger seat again. Depending on t...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 287 Vehicle Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution P Selector Lever In Park You have opened the driver’s door whilethe engine was not running and theautomatic transmission was not in parkposition P. X Shift the automatic tra...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 288 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tire Pressure Check Tires The Run Flat Indicator indicates that thepressure is too low in one or more tires. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoidingabrupt steering and bra...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 290 Symbol messages Brake Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution 2 Brake Wear The brake pads have reached their wearlimit. X Have the brake pads replaced as soon aspossible. ! Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected b...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 291 G Warning! Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can res...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 292 For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked.Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury,...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 293 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution K Open/Close Top Completely The soft top is not properly locked. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location. Observe thetraffic situation around you. X Lock the soft top again ( Y page 1...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 295 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution _ Steering oil Service Required The steering gear oil level is too low. Thereis a danger of steering gear damage. X Have the system checked at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. G W...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 296 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution B Top Up Coolant See Operator’s Man. The coolant level is too low. X Add coolant ( Y page 232). X If you have to add coolant frequently, have thecooling system checked at an authori...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 297 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Stop vehicle, turn engine off. The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it issafe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engage the parkin...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 298 ! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Practical hints

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 299 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Stop vehicle, turn engine off. The poly-V-belt could be broken. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it issafe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Check th...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 300 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution If the coolant temperature is below 248‡(120†), you may continue driving to anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine (e.g.by driving uphill) as w...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 301 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution N Check oil level at next refueling. The engine oil has dropped to a criticallevel. X Check the engine oil level ( Y page 230) and add engine oil as required ( Y page 231). X If you...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 302 Lamps Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Active Headlamps Inoperative The active Bi-Xenon cornering lampssystem is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centeras soon as possible. . Active Headlamps...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 306 Tires Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Please correct the tire pressure. The tire pressure is too low in one or moretires.orThe tire pressure of the individual tiresdiffer from each other significantly. X Check a...

What to do if … 308 What to do if … Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrumentcluster fails to come on during the bulb self- check when switching on the ignition, havethe respective bulb checked and replaced ifnecessary.When you switch on the ignition, all lamp...

What to do if … 309 Brake Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running. The ABS has detected amalfunction and switched off.The BAS and ESP ® are also switched off (see messages inmultifunction display).The brake system is s...

What to do if … 310 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running. The ABS is temporarily notavailable. The ESP ® and the BAS are also unavailable.The self-diagnosis has not beencompleted yet.The brake system is stillfunctio...

What to do if … 311 Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be seriouslyburned. ! If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or below, have the brake syst...

What to do if … 315 Engine Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ú (USA only) ± (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunctionindicator lamp comes on whenthe engine is running. There may be a malfunction in: R The fuel management system R The ignition system R The emission control syst...

What to do if … 316 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Ì The red coolanttemperature warning lampcomes on when the engineis running. There is insufficient coolant in thereservoir.If this warning lamp comes onfrequently, there is a leak in thecooling system.If the coolant level is ...

What to do if … 317 Tires Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions H USA only:Combination low tirepressure telltale/TPMSmalfunction telltale for theTPMS illuminatescontinuously. The TPMS detects a loss ofpressure in at least one tire. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding a...

What to do if … 318 Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiencyand tire tread life, and may affect thevehicle’s handling and stopping ability.Please note that the TPMS is not asubstitute for proper tire maintenance, andit is the driver’s responsibility to maintaincorrect tire pressure, even if under...

Unlocking/locking manually 320 Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock thedriver’s door and the trunk using themechanical key. i Unlocking the vehicle with the mechanical key and opening the driver’sdoor or the tru...

Unlocking/locking manually 321 X Turn mechanical key 1 back and remove it from the trunk lid lock. Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, lock it asfollows: X Close the passenger door and the trunk. X Press the central locking switch( Y page 77). X Ch...

Opening/closing in an emergency 322 X Simultaneously push tool 2 downward and move the gear selector lever out ofpark position P. X Remove tool 2 . The gear selector lever is unlocked. i The gear selector lever is locked again as soon as you move it back to park positionP. Opening/closing in an emer...

Opening/closing in an emergency 323 2 Hex wrench X Insert long side of hex wrench 2 into opening. X Using hex wrench 2 , press release catch down in direction of arrow.The roll bar extends with a loud sound. X Repeat this step for the second roll bar. Have the systems checked at an authorizedMercede...

Opening/closing in an emergency 327 X You and your assistant should each takeone of the straps by the handle. X With a strong, simultaneous tug on theloops, pull soft top compartment coverupward and out to the rear. 9 Soft top compartment cover X One person should stand on the left side ofthe vehicl...

Resetting activated head restraints 329 down with the palms of your hands until itsnaps into place in the guide. Place yourhands on the areas indicated by the arrows.At the same time, gently press materialtensioning frame e down with the palms of your hands. G Warning! Position hands as indicated by...

Replacing SmartKey batteries 330 1 Reset tool 2 Rectangular opening 3 Press head restraint cushion X Take reset tool 1 out of the Mercedes- Benz literature pouch. X Guide reset tool 1 into rectangular opening 2 between active head restraint cushion and head restraint cover. X Press reset tool 1 down...

Replacing bulbs 332 Replacing bulbs Safety notes Safe vehicle operation depends on properexterior lighting and signaling to a largedegree.Correct headlamp adjustment is extremelyimportant. Have headlamps checked andreadjusted at regular intervals and when abulb has been replaced. Contact anauthorize...

Replacing bulbs 333 Front lamps Lamp Type 1 Additional turn signallamp LED 2 Turn signal lamp 1156 NA 3 Halogen headlamp:Low beam H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamp:Low and high beam 22 D2S-35 W 4 Halogen headlamp:High beam/high-beamflasher H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamp:High-beam flasher H7 (55 W) Parking an...

Replacing bulbs 334 Replacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a frontlamp, do the following: X Switch off the ignition. X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M . X Open the hood ( Y page 229). 1 Housing cover for low-beam halogen or Bi-Xenon headlamp 2 Housing cove...

Replacing bulbs 335 Front turn signal lamp bulb X Turn bulb socket 3 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. X Gently press onto the bulb and turn itcounterclockwise out of bulb socket 3 . X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket 3 and turn it clockwise until it engages. X Place bulb socke...

Replacing wiper blades 336 X Reinstall the bulb carrier and let tab 2 engage. X Connect the electrical connector 1 until it engages. X Reinstall trim panel. License plate lamps 1 Screws 2 Lamp cover X Loosen screws 1 of lamp cover to be removed. X Remove lamp cover 2 . X Replace the bulb. X Reinstal...

Flat tire 337 ! Hold on to the wiper arm. If released, the force of the impact from the tensioningspring could crack the windshield. X Carefully fold the wiper arm back to rest onthe windshield. Installing wiper blades 1 Recess 2 Tab 3 Locking 4 Taper piece 5 Square recess X Lift up the wiper arm as...

Flat tire 338 Do not switch off the ESP ® when a spare wheel is mounted. Preparing the vehicle X Park the vehicle in a safe distance frommoving traffic on a hard, flat surface whenpossible. X Turn on the hazard warning flasher. X Turn the steering wheel so that the frontwheels are in a straight-ahea...

Flat tire 339 If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT,change clothing as soon as possible.In case of allergic reaction or rash, consulta physician immediately. G Warning! Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children. Ifswallowed, rinse mouth immediately withplenty of water and drink plenty of water.Do no...

Flat tire 340 X Stick TIREFIT container 1 upside down into notch 2 of the electric air pump. 8 Filler hose 9 Tire valve X Unscrew the valve cap of the damaged tirefrom tire valve 9 . Version 1 a Vent screw b Pressure gauge X Version 1 only: Close vent screw a on pressure gauge b . X Screw filler hos...

Flat tire 341 X Drive vehicle back or forth very slowlyapproximately 30 ft (10 m).This serves to better distribute the TIREFITsealant material inside the tire. X Unscrew the air pump’s air hose 5 from flange 6 of TIREFIT container 1 . X Screw air hose 5 onto tire valve 9 . X Inflate the tire again. ...

Flat tire 342 If the tire inflation pressure is at least 20 psi(1.3 bar), inflate or deflate the tire to thecorrect tire inflation pressure (see Tire andLoading Information placard on the driver’sdoor B-pillar): Version 2 a Deflate button b Pressure gauge X To increase tire inflation pressure: Switc...

Flat tire 343 For information on where to find therespective items, see “Where will Ifind ...?” ( Y page 276) and ( Y page 278). Lifting the vehicle G Warning! When jacking up the vehicle, only use thejack which has been specifically approvedby Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle.The jack is designed exc...

Flat tire 345 Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bolt X Unscrew uppermost wheel bolt and removeit. X Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt 1 supplied with the vehicle tool kit. X Remove the remaining bolts. ! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt. This could result in damage to the wheelbolts a...

Flat tire 346 ! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it there whileinstalling first wheel bolt. X Guide the spare wheel onto the alignmentbolt and push it on. X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten themslightly. X Unscrew the alignment bolt. X Install last wheel bolt and tighte...

Battery 347 G Warning! In emergency mode, your vehicle’s drivingcharacteristics are diminished in suchsituations as: R driving around curves R while braking R while accelerating rapidly Therefore, your driving style must beadapted accordingly. Avoid abrupt steeringand driving maneuvers, as well as d...

Battery 348 Battery acid is caustic. Donot allow it to come intocontact with skin, eyes orclothing.Wear suitable protectiveclothing, especiallygloves, apron andfaceguard.Wear eye protection.Rinse any acid spillsimmediately with clearwater. Contact aphysician if necessary.Keep children away. Follow t...

Jump starting 349 electronic components could be severelydamaged.Have the battery checked regularly at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Refer to Maintenance Booklet formaintenance intervals or contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center forfurther information. i After battery power was interrupted, d...

Towing the vehicle 351 X Connect positive terminals 1 and 2 with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to positiveterminal 1 of the charged battery first. X Start engine of the vehicle with the chargedbattery and run at idle speed. X Connect negative terminals 3 and 4 with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable ...

Towing the vehicle 352 Installing towing eye bolt Depending on whether you are towing avehicle or you are being towed, the towing eyebolt can be screwed into threaded holeswhich are located behind covers on eachbumper. Removing cover in front bumper Example illustration CLK 350 1 Cover X Press mark ...

Towing the vehicle 353 Fixing towing eye bolt Example illustration CLK 350 1 Towing eye bolt X Take the towing eye bolt and the wheelwrench from the vehicle tool kit. X Screw towing eye bolt 1 clockwise into threaded hole to its stop. X Insert wheel wrench into towing eye andtighten towing eye bolt ...

Towing the vehicle 354 important to keep in mind that aconsiderably higher degree of effort isnecessary to brake and steer the vehicle.Adapt your driving accordingly. X Make sure the ignition is switched on. X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress thebrake pedal and keep it pressed. X Shift the ...

Fuses 355 Fuses Introduction The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve toswitch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the components andsystems secured by that fuse will stopoperating. G Warning! Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benzwith the specified amperage for the systemin qu...

Fuses 356 X Closing: Hook cover 1 into the opening at the front. X Press cover 1 back on until it engages. ! The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as described to preventmoisture or dirt from entering the fuse boxand possibly impairing fuse operation. Fuse box in trunk CLK coupe The fuse bo...

Fuses 357 4 Fuse box cover 5 Clamps X With a dry cloth, remove any moisture fromthe fuse box 1 . X Opening: Release clamps 5 . X Remove fuse box cover 4 . X Closing: Make sure the sealing rubber is positioned properly. X Press fuse box cover 4 down and secure with clamps 5 . ! The fuse box cover mus...

359 Vehicle equipment ............................ 360Parts service ..................................... 360Warranty coverage ........................... 360Identification labels .......................... 361Engine ................................................ 363Rims and tires ...................

Warranty coverage 360 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Parts service All authorized ...

Identification labels 361 Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center arrange for areplacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s doorB-pillar) T...

Engine 364 Model CLK 350 (209.356, 209.456) 23 CLK 550 (209.372, 209.472) 23 CLK 63 AMG (209.477) 23,24 Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 Poly-V-belt 2 404 mm 2 404 mm (CLK coupe) 2 380 mm (CLK cabriolet) 2 360 mm Technical data

Rims and tires 365 Rims and tires Notes ! Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tiresapproved by Mercedes-Benz are developedto provide best possible performance inconjunction with the driving safety systemson your vehicle such as the ABS or theESP ® . Tires specially d...

Rims and tires 366 Same size tires Model CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMG 26 Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2 8 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.34 in (34 mm) Winter tires 27,28 225/45 R17 91H M+S . or225/45 R17 91H M+S . MOExtended 29 225/45 R17 91H M+S . or225/45 R1...

Rims and tires 367 Mixed size tires Model CLK 350 CLK 550 Front axle Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.42 in (36 mm) All-season tires 32 225/45 R17 91H M+S — Summer tires 32,33 225/45 R17 91W MOExtended 225/45 R17 91W MOExtended Rear axle Rims (light alloy...

Rims and tires 369 Spare wheel ! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim.If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operat...

Electrical system 370 Electrical system Model CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMG 40 Alternator 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/2.1 kW Battery 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/100 Ah Spark plugs Type Bosch Platin Y 7 MPP33NGK PLKR 6A Bosch F8 DPP 332NGK PFR 5R-11 NGK I...

Main dimensions 371 Main dimensions Model CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMG 41 Overall vehicle length 183.4 in (4 657 mm) 183.4 in (4 657 mm) 183.4 in (4 657 mm) Overall vehicle width, exterior rear view mirrors folded out 78.4 in (1 991 mm) 78.4 in (1 991 mm) 78.4 in (1 991 mm) Overall vehicle height (CLK...

Weights 372 Weights Model All models Roof load 43 max. 220 lb (100 kg) Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg) 43 CLK coupe only. Technical data

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 373 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respectivelubricants must match. Therefore only useproducts tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. For information on tested and approvedproducts, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center o...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 375 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Washer system 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) MB Windshield WasherConcentrate 47 ( Y page 380) Washer fluid mixing ratio( Y page 380) Washer system and headlamp cleaning system 6.4 US qt (6.0 l) Approved engine oils Engine oils ...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 376 Viscosity grades for engine oils Using the chart below, select oil viscosityaccording to the lowest air temperatureexpected before the next oil change. Engine oil additives ! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage ormalfunc...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 378 Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water andanticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides: R Corrosion protection R Freeze protection R Boiling protection (by increasing the boilingpoint) The cooling system was filled at the factorywith a coolant providing fr...

Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center hastrained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.For expert advice and quality service, contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.If you are interested in obtaining serviceliterature for your vehicle, ...