Mercedes-Benz 2002 CLK 320 Betreibershandbuch

Operator’s ManualCLK-Class Coupe

ContentsBattery ... 420Disconnecting the battery ... 421Removing the battery ...

98Controls in detailLocking and unlockingUnlocking and opening the trunk lidYou can unlock and open the trunk lid separately.A minimum height clearanc

99Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, each with

100Controls in detailLocking and unlockingImportant notes on using KEYLESS-GO*앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (

101Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is re-moved from the vehicle while the igni-tion is switched on (e.g. if p

102Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSelective settingIf you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO so w

103Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 5 comes on briefly to indicate that the Smart

104Controls in detailLocking and unlockingAll turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm syst

105Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLoss of the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GOIf you lose your SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO, you should do the following:왘

106Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunk Opening the trunk from outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*)A minimum height clearance of

107Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunk from the insideYou can open the trunk from the inside if the vehicle is stationary.A minim

9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz pa

108Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTrunk design B1 Handle2 Handles왘 Lower trunk lid by pulling firmly on handle 1 or handles 2.왘 Close trunk li

109Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTrunk lid emergency releaseThe emergency release button is located on the inside of the trunk lid.1 Emergenc

110Controls in detailLocking and unlockingAutomatic central lockingThe doors and the trunk automatically lock when the ignition is switched on and the

111Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking왘 Press central locking switch 1.If both doors are closed, the vehicle locks.Unlocking왘 Press central

112Controls in detailSeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see “Adjusting” (컄 page 37).Easy-entry/exit featureThis feature allows for easier entry

113Controls in detailSeatsWhen entering the vehicle, with the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel or, depending on your selection, t

114Controls in detailSeatsFront seat head restraints1 Head restraint switch왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 36).Removing front seat head restraints왘 Press

115Controls in detailSeatsRear seat head restraints Head restraint height1 Release buttonRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of the head restraint by

116Controls in detailSeatsFolding head restraints back with re-lease button1 Release button왘 Push release button 1.The head restraints will fold backw

117Controls in detailSeatsHead restraint tiltTwo different head restraint angle positions are available.왘 Press the release button (컄 page 116) and ti

10IntroductionOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yo

118Controls in detailSeatsMulticontour seat*The multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to pr

119Controls in detailSeatsSeat heating*Both switches for the front seats are located in the center console.1 Seat heating switchThe red indicator lamp

120Controls in detailSeatsSeat ventilation*Both switches for the front seats are located in the center console.1 Seat ventilation switchThe blue indic

121Controls in detailMemory function왔 Memory functionYou can store up to three different settings per SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*.The follow

122Controls in detailMemory functionThe memory button and memory position switch are located on the door.1 Memory button2 Memory position switch왘 Swit

123Controls in detailMemory functionStoring exterior rear view mirror park-ing positionFor easier parking, you can adjust the passenger-side exterior

124Controls in detailLightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 page 50) and

125Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch

126Controls in detailLighting왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U.With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO* start/sto

127Controls in detailLightingUSA onlyBy default, the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated. Activate the daytime run-ning lamp mode using the contr

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

128Controls in detailLightingFront fog lamps왘 Switch on the low beam headlamps (컄 page 50).왘 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to first stop.The front

129Controls in detailLightingCombination switchThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 High beam2 Hig

130Controls in detailLightingCornering fog lamps* (CLK 320 with Bi-Xenon* headlamps)The cornering fog lamps improve illumina-tion of the road into whi

131Controls in detailLightingDriving rearwardSwitching on cornering fog lamps왘 Place the gear selector lever in position R.The inverse front fog lamp

132Controls in detailLightingInterior lightingThe controls are located in the overhead control panel.1 Rear interior lights2 Right front reading lamp3

133Controls in detailLightingManual controlSwitching all front interior lights on and off왘 Press the W symbol on rocker switch 3.The front interior li

134Controls in detailInstrument clusterFor a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” (컄 page 24).1 Reset buttonThe

135Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature indicatorThe coolant temperature indicator is on the right side in the instrument cluster (

136Controls in detailInstrument clusterTachometerThe red marking on the tachometer (컄 page 24) denotes excessive engine speed.To help protect the engi

137Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular in

138Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

139Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being arranged in a circular pattern.앫

140Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table on the next page provides an overview o

141Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7Commands/submenusStandard dis-playAUDI

142Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuIn the standard display, the outside tem-perature and the trip odometer are shown in the multi

143Controls in detailControl systemAUDIO menuThe functions in the Audio menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on.If no audi

144Controls in detailControl systemOperate the CD player왘 Turn on the radio and select the CD player (컄 page 227). Vehicles with COMAND*: Refer to sep

145Controls in detailControl systemVehicle status message memory menuUse the vehicle status message memory menu to scan malfunction and warning messag

146Controls in detailControl systemSettings menuIn the Settings menu there are two functions:앫 The function Reset to factory settings?, with which you

147Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button k or j.The collection of the submenus appears in the multifunction disp

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

148Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making indivi

149Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr. cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr. clus-ter submenu

150Controls in detailControl systemSelecting language왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr. cluster submenu.왘 Press button j or

151Controls in detailControl systemSelecting display (speed display or out-side temperature) for standard display왘 Move the selection marker with butt

152Controls in detailControl systemSetting time (hours)This function can only be seen with audio system.왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç

153Controls in detailControl systemSelecting automatic time change (Daylight Saving Time (DST) summer/Standard time winter)왘 Move the selection marker

154Controls in detailControl systemThe selection marker is on the day setting.왘 Press button æ or ç to set the day.Setting the date (year)This functio

155Controls in detailControl systemSetting daytime running lamp mode (USA only)왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu.

156Controls in detailControl systemSetting locator lightingWith the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U, the

157Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the m

14IntroductionWhere to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each sec

158Controls in detailControl systemYou can select:앫0 s, the delayed shut-off feature is deactivated.앫5 s, 10 s, 15 s or 20 s, the interior lighting de

159Controls in detailControl systemActivating easy-entry/exit featureUse this function to activate and deacti-vate the easy-entry/exit feature. 왘 Move

160Controls in detailControl systemSetting key-dependencyUse this function to set whether the memory settings for the seats, the steering wheel and th

161Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics after start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip com-pu

162Controls in detailControl systemCall up range (distance to empty)왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip com-puter me

163Controls in detailControl systemWhich messages will appear in the multifunction display depends on whether your telephone is switched on or off:앫 I

164Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the multifunction display.The stored names are d

165Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왔 Automatic transmissionFor more information on driving with an automatic transmission see “Automatic trans

166Controls in detailAutomatic transmission1 Current gear range/gear selector lever position2 Current program modeThe current gear range/gear selector

167Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionOne-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsThe following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:* Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since sta

168Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by press

169Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionEffectì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked.

170Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAutomatic shift programThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console.

171Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왘 Press program mode selector switch 1 repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in t

172Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionStoppingWhen you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic lights:왘 Leave the transmission in gear.왘 Hold the vehicle w

173Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionSteering wheel gearshift control CLK 500The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to the left and ri

174Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionUpshifting왘 Press outside 2 of one of the buttons on the steering wheel.The transmission will shift to the

175Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDownshifting왘 Press button 1 on the left side of the steering wheel.The transmission will shift to the next

176Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console.1 Program mode selector

177Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionUpshifting왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction (컄 page 167).or왘 Press b

16IntroductionOperating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rul

178Controls in detailGood visibilityFor information on the windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 52).Headlamp cleaning system*The switch

179Controls in detailGood visibilityWarning! GThe auto-dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sen-sors in the inte

180Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

181Controls in detailGood visibilitySun visorsThe sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving.왘 Swing sun visors down when you experience glar

182Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window sunshade*The switch is located in the center console.1 Rear window sunshade switch왘 Switch on ignition

183Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimu

184Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)

185Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)Depending on production date, your vehi-cle is equipped with either climate control panel design A or B.

186Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)The climate control is operational when-ever the engine is running. You can oper-ate the climate control

187Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)Deactivating the climate control systemDeactivating왘 Set air volume control 1 (컄 page 185) to position 0

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

188Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)Increasing왘 Turn temperature control 2 or 3 (컄 page 185) slightly to the right.The climate control syste

189Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)Windshield fogged on the outside왘 Switch the windshield wipers on (컄 page 51).왘 Switch to manual mode.왘

190Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)Air recirculation modeSwitch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the veh

191Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)Deactivating왘 Press button , (컄 page 185).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The air recirculatio

192Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)DeactivatingIt is possible to deactivate the air condi-tioning (cooling) function of the climate control

193Controls in detailClimate control (CLK 320)Rear passenger compartment adjustable air ventsThe air conditioning for the rear passenger compartment i

194Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)

195Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Depending on production date, your vehi-cle is equipped with either automatic clima

196Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)The automatic climate control is operation-al whenever the engine is running. You c

197Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Deactivating the automatic climate control systemDeactivatingIt is possible to deac

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18IntroductionReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Feder

198Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Display1 Temperature, left2 Blower speed3 Temperature, rightIncreasing왘 Push temper

199Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Windshield fogged on the outside왘 Switch the windshield wipers on (컄 page 52).왘 Swi

200Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)DefrostingActivating왘 Press button P or 0 (컄 page 195). The indicator lamp on the b

201Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Air recirculation modeSwitch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors

202Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Deactivating왘 Press button , (컄 page 195).The indicator lamp on the button goes out

203Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Activating왘 Press button e (컄 page 195).The indicator lamp on the button comes on.D

204Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Air conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and

205Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Residual heat and ventilation* (available on Automatic climate control panel design

206Controls in detailAutomatic climate control (CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG)Rear passenger compartment adjustable air ventsThe air conditioning for the rear pa

207Controls in detailAudio system왔 Audio systemAudio and telephone, operationThese instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Mer

19IntroductionVehicle data recording왔 Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to Californi

208Controls in detailAudio systemOperating and display elements

209Controls in detailAudio systemItem Page1 CD changer mode selectorAUX mode selector2252152 Single CD mode selector 2273 Radio mode selector4 Mute f

210Controls in detailAudio systemButton and soft key operationIn these instructions, the alphanumeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the funct

211Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching off왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch.or왘 Press M button.Adjusting the volume왘 Turn rotary control of N

212Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting treble왘 Press O button repeatedly until TREBLE appears in the display.왘 Press + or– soft key to increase or

213Controls in detailAudio systemReturning sound functions to factory settings왘 Press O button to call up settings menu in the display.왘 Press RES sof

214Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting balance왘 Press P button repeatedly until BALANCE appears in the display.왘 Press X or Y soft key.The volume

215Controls in detailAudio systemConnecting an external audio source (AUX) to the radio*An optional dealer-installed cinch-connec-tor* for connecting

216Controls in detailAudio systemCalling up wavebands for radios with SAT*왘 Press FM, AM or WB soft key repeatedly until desired waveband has been se-

217Controls in detailAudio systemManual tuning왘 Select desired waveband.왘 Press S or T button for approx. three seconds.왘 Press button repeatedly unti

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218Controls in detailAudio system앫 Ending scan search왘 Press SC soft key or S or T.The station last played will be se-lected and SC disappears from th

219Controls in detailAudio system앫 Calling up stations왘 Press desired station button 1 to R.앫 Leaving the Autostore memory level왘 Press FM or AMsoft k

220Controls in detailAudio systemScan search앫 Starting scan search왘 Press SC soft key.SC will appear in the display. The ra-dio briefly tunes in all r

221Controls in detailAudio systemProgram categoriesThe channels are categorized. Categories allow you to tune to stations broadcasting a certain type

222Controls in detailAudio systemThe first channel 001 is called up and the PTY system changes to All categories.If no station can be received, ACQUIR

223Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press *.Input line appears in the main radio menu.왘 Use number keys to enter desired channel within eight seconds,

224Controls in detailAudio systemTuning via scan searchScan search is characterized as follows:앫 Scan search plays a channel for ap-prox. eight second

225Controls in detailAudio systemCalling up the ESN information menu왘 Press INF soft key.왘 Press ESN soft key.The twelve-digit electronic serial num-b

226Controls in detailAudio systemDo not use CDs with an eight cm diameter, not even with a CD adapter. Attempting to play CDs with an eight cm diamete

227Controls in detailAudio systemOperating the single CD player in the audio system unitLoading a CDThe single CD player in the audio system unit has

21At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

228Controls in detailAudio system1 CD2 CD changer3 CD tray4 CD magazine왘 Remove magazine 4 and pull CD tray 3 fully out.왘 Place CD 1 in recess of tray

229Controls in detailAudio systemPlaying tracksYou have the following options:앫 Audio system with CD changer*: se-lecting CDs앫 Direct track entry앫 Tra

230Controls in detailAudio systemThe number of the track being played appears next to TRACK in the display.You can only enter available track num-bers

231Controls in detailAudio system앫 Switching on random왘 Press RDM soft key.RDM appears in the display. A ran-domly selected track is played.앫 Switchin

232Controls in detailAudio systemTrack and time display왘 Press T soft key.The number of the track being played and the elapsed playing time appear in

233Controls in detailAudio systemPIN entry왘 Enter PIN number using buttons 1 to R.왘 If necessary, correct number entered with the CLR soft key. Press

234Controls in detailAudio system왘 If necessary, correct number entered with the CLR soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered

235Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press button ‚ or ƒ repeat-edly until desired entry has been reached.The stored entries are selected in alphabetica

236Controls in detailAudio system앫 Speed dialIf you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbers in your tele-phone, you can also enter these w

237Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming callIf the telephone is active in the background (reception symbol is visible in the display),

22At a glanceCockpit

238Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press s button to accept a sec-ond call.You are connected with the second caller; the first caller is kept on hold.

239Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching on the telephoneSwitching on the telephone왘 Press h button.If you have programmed an unlock code for the te

240Controls in detailAudio system왘 If necessary, correct number entered with the CLR soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered

241Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press button ‚ or ƒ repeat-edly until desired entry has been reached.The stored entries are selected in alphabetica

242Controls in detailAudio system앫 Speed dialIf you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbers in your tele-phone, you can also enter these w

243Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming callIf the telephone is active in the background (reception symbol is visible in the display),

244Controls in detailAudio system앫 Switching between calls왘 Press s button.This switches between the calls. The non-active call is kept on hold.앫 Term

245Controls in detailAudio systemEmergency calls “911”The following describes how to dial a “911” emergency call using the audio system head unit when

246Controls in detailAudio systemPlacing a “911” emergency call using audio head unit with the phone un-locked왘 Press h button to switch to tele-phone

247Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for

23At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Steering wheel gearshift buttons (CLK 500, CLK 55 AMG)1722 Combination switch앫 Turn signals앫 Windshield wipers앫 High be

248Controls in detailPower windows왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 36).Opening the windows왘 Press switch 1 to 4 to the resistance point.The corresponding

249Controls in detailPower windowsStopping windows왘 Press or pull respective switch again.Opening and closing the windows with the SmartKeyThe power t

250Controls in detailPower windowsOpening (Summer opening feature)왘 Press and hold button Œ after unlocking the vehicle.The windows and tilt/sliding s

251Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*왔 Power tilt/sliding sunroof*Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroofThe tilt/sliding sunroo

252Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 36).Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof왘 To open, close, r

253Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof with the SmartKeyThe power windows (컄 page 249) wil

254Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding sunroofThe tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchronized each time af

255Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control, with

256Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at last set speedSetting

257Controls in detailDriving systemsCanceling cruise controlThere are several ways to cancel cruise control:왘 Step on the brake pedal.Cruise control i

24At a glanceInstrument cluster

258Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the desired speed is reached.

259Controls in detailDriving systemsFine adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) incrementsFaster왘 Briefly tip cruise control lever in direc-tion of arro

260Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic system (Parking assist)*The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during

261Controls in detailDriving systemsFront sensorsRear sensorsMinimum distanceIf the system detects an obstacle in this range, all the distance warning

262Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning indicatorsVisual signals indicate to the driver the rel-ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle

263Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Parktronic system on/offThe Parktronic system can be switched off manually.The Parktronic switch is

264Controls in detailLoadingRoof rack1 TrimPreparing roof rack installation왘 Open trim 1 at the trim strips in the roof. 왘 Secure the roof rack accord

265Controls in detailLoading4 Hook and loop fastener왘 Unfasten hook and loop fastener 4.왘 Pull ski sack into passenger compart-ment and unfold.5 Butto

266Controls in detailLoading6 Strap왘 Tighten strap 6 by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski sack are tightly secured.7 Hook8 Ey

267Controls in detailLoadingRemoval of ski sackYou can remove the ski sack for cleaning or drying.1 Button2 Ski sack frame3 Flap왘 Open trunk lid.왘 Pre

25At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 L Left turn signal indi-cator lamp512 v ESP warning lamp 3583 Speedometer4 Multifunction display 1375 l Dist

268Controls in detailLoadingFolding the backrest forwardThe release handle 1 is located in the trunk.왘 Pull release handle 1.왘 Fully retract and fold

269Controls in detailLoadingSetting up rear seat bench왘 Fold backrest 4 rearward until it en-gages.왘 Fold seat cushions 3 rearward until it locks into

270Controls in detailLoadingAlways place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.The heavies

271Controls in detailLoadingCargo tie-down ringsThe four cargo tie-down rings are located in the trunk.Cargo tie-down rings왘 Carefully secure cargo by

272Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartments Glove box1 Glove box2 Glove box lid releaseOpening the glove box왘 Pull lid release 2.The glov

273Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest storage compartmentsOpening compartment in armrest왘 Lift armrest by pulling on handle 1.Closing왘 Lower arm

274Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest in the rear passenger compartment왘 Pull the top of the armrest out and fold it down.Storage bagsStorage ba

275Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holders Cup holder in the dashboard1 CoverOpening cup holder왘 Push cover 1.The cup holder opens automatically.

276Controls in detailUseful featuresAshtraysCenter console ashtray1 Cover plate2 Sliding button3 Ashtray insertOpening ashtray왘 Briefly press the bott

277Controls in detailUseful featuresOpening ashtray왘 Pull at top of cover 3.Removing ashtray insert왘 Push button 1 to disengage ashtray insert 2 and r

26At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 137Operating control system1382 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume:

278Controls in detailUseful featuresElectrical outlet in the rear passenger compartment1 Electrical outlet2 Cover왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 33).왘 Pu

279Controls in detailUseful featuresTelephone*Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside th

280Controls in detailUseful featuresTele AidThe Tele Aid system(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types o

281Controls in detailUseful featuresThe message Tele Aid malfunction Drive to Workshop appears in the multifunction display.Emergency callsAn emergenc

282Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

283Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover.왘 Press and

284Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡The Information button ¡ is located below the center armrest cover.왘 Press and hold the ¡ butt

285Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade signalsAn emergency call is possible even if other services are active.!If the indicator lamps do not star

286Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

287Controls in detailUseful featuresGarage door openerThe built-in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled devices, f

27At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Seat heater*, driver’s sideSeat ventilation*, driver’s side1192 Parktronic (Parking as

288Controls in detailUseful featuresiCertain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener. If you should experience diffic

289Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the in-tegrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 36).Step 2:왘 If you

290Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 7:왘 To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.Rolling code programmin

291Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 12:왘 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3

292Controls in detailUseful featuresOperation of integrated remote control왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 36).왘 Select and press the appropriate integrat

293OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

294OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, maintaining and caring for your vehicle.The first 1000 miles (

295OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

296OperationDriving instructionsBrakes To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advi

297OperationDriving instructionsAfter hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so that the air stream

CLK 320CLK 500CLK55AMG

28At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 AshtrayCigarette lighter2762772 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button353 Storage compartment 2734 Program mode

298OperationDriving instructionsTires Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfe

299OperationDriving instructionsSpecified tire inflation pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if the tires are subject to extreme o

300OperationDriving instructionsTire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driving speeds

301OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

302OperationDriving instructionsStanding water Passenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your

303OperationDriving instructionsTelephones* and two-way radiosRadio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit should only be

304OperationDriving instructionsEmission controlCertain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissib

305OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Loc

306OperationAt the gas station왘 Replace fuel cap by turning it clockwise.You will hear when the fuel cap is tightened.왘 Close fuel filler flap.Warning

307OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long trip1 Coolant level2 Brake fluid (fuse box cover removed)3 Windshield washer and headl

29At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button2802 Rear interior lighting on/off1333 Te

308OperationEngine compartmentHoodOpeningThe hood lock release lever is located to the left of the steering wheel under the dashboard.1 Hood lock rele

309OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 1 ft (30 cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure t

310OperationEngine compartmentChecking engine oil level with the con-trol systemWhen checking the oil level앫 the vehicle must be parked on level groun

311OperationEngine compartmentOther display messagesIf the SmartKey is not turned to position 2 in the starter switch, the following message will appe

312OperationEngine compartmentAdding engine oil1 Filler cap왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as required. Be careful not to ove

313OperationEngine compartmentCoolantThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehicle mu

314OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side (컄 page 420).The battery shoul

315OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartme

316OperationTires and wheelsSee an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter oper

317OperationTires and wheelsTire care and maintenanceRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa-tion on chec

30At a glanceDoor control panelItem Page1 Door handle 1052 Seat adjustment 38,1123 Memory function (for stor-ing seat, exterior mirror and steering wh

318OperationTires and wheelsTread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread de

319OperationTires and wheelsDirection of rotationUnidirectional tires offer added advan-tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor-mance. To benefit, h

320OperationTires and wheels1 Driver’s door B-pillarFollowing is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the two placards with r

321OperationTires and wheelsPlacard (Example B)1 Load limit information on the Vehicle Tire Information placardThe placard showing the load limit info

322OperationTires and wheelsSteps for determining correct load limitThe following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Tit

323OperationTires and wheelsThe higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.For more information, see “T

324OperationTires and wheelsCertification labelEven after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue

325OperationTires and wheelsRecommended tire inflation pressureYour vehicle is equipped with either the Tire and Loading Information placard (Example

326OperationTires and wheelsPlacard (Example B)1 Vehicle Tire Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressuresPlacard (Example B) li

327OperationTires and wheelsChecking tire inflation pressureRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month.Check and adjust the ti

31Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

328OperationTires and wheelsOverinflated tire inflation pressureOverinflated tires can:앫 adversely affect handling characteristics앫 cause uneven tire

329OperationTires and wheelsTire size designation, load and speed rating1 Tire width 2 Aspect ratio in %3 Radial tire code4 Rim diameter5 Tire load ra

330OperationTires and wheelsRim diameterThe rim diameter 4 (컄 page 329) is the diameter of the bead seat, not the diameter of the rim edge. Rim diamet

331OperationTires and wheelsTire speed ratingThe tire speed rating 6 (컄 page 329) indicates the approved maximum speed for the tire.Summer tires앫 At t

332OperationTires and wheels앫 Any tire with a speed capability above 186 mph (300 km/h) must include a “ZR” in the size designation AND the service de

333OperationTires and wheelsIn addition to tire load rating, special load information may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter design

334OperationTires and wheelsDOT (Department of Transportation)A tire branding symbol 1 (컄 page 333) which denotes the tire meets require-ments of the

335OperationTires and wheelsFor more information on tire load rating (컄 page 330)For information on calculating total and cargo load capacities (컄 pag

336OperationTires and wheelsUniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.S. vehicles)Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three perfor

337OperationTires and wheelsTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the generation of

32Getting startedThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay

338OperationTires and wheelsTire and loading terminologyAccessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced)

339OperationTires and wheelsGVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)This is the maximum permissible vehicle weight of the fully loaded vehicle (weight of th

340OperationTires and wheelsTIN (Tire Identification Number)Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in

341OperationTires and wheelsRotating tiresTire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around. If your vehicle is e

342OperationWinter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service includes:앫 Chec

343OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heater.The electrical cable may be installed at an authorized

344OperationMaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Mainten

345OperationMaintenanceClearing the maintenance service indicatorThe maintenance service indicator is automatically cleared앫 after 30 seconds when you

346OperationMaintenanceResetting the maintenance service indicator In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out by an

347OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying external

33Getting startedUnlockingUnlocking with KEYLESS-GO*If your vehicle is equipped with the KEYLESS-GO function, your vehicle checks whether the SmartKey

348OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

349OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the i

350OperationVehicle careCleaning the Parktronic system* sensors1 Parktronic system* sensors왘 Clean the sensors 1 on the bumpers using a mild car wash

351OperationVehicle careWindow cleaning왘 Fold wiper arm forward until it snaps into place.왘 Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces.An au

352OperationVehicle careHeadliner and rear window shelfClean with soft bristle brush, or use a dry-shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt.Seat belt

353Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Where will I find...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing bulbsReplacing wiper

354Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If any of the following lamps in the instru-ment cluster fails to co

355Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution;3 (USA only)(Canada only)The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving

356Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution?±(USA only)(Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indi-cator lamp come

357Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution• The red coolant warning lamp comes on when the engine is running.There is

34Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsSmartKeyStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey1 Power supply to some electrical con-sumers, such as s

358Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP warning lamp comes on while driving.The ESP is deactivated

359Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionA The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on while driving.The fuel

360Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause Suggested solution56 The front passenger front air bag off indicator la

361Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause Suggested solution56 The front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp does not illu-minat

362Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayWarning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction dis

363Practical hintsWhat to do if …?On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that ma

364Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Text messagesDisplay Display message Possible cause Possible solutionABSmalfunctionVisit workshopThe ABS has detecte

365Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionABSAnti-lockbraking systemnot working!The charging voltage h

366Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionBASmalfunctionVisit workshopThe BAS has detected a malfuncti

367Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionCruise Con-trolCruise controlDrive to workshopCruise control

35Getting startedUnlockingFor more information, see “SmartKey” (컄 page 94).For information on starting the engine us-ing the SmartKey, see “Starting w

368Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFront passengerairbagactivatedsee Oper.’s Man.Air bag is ac

369Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFront passengerairbagactivatedsee Oper.’s Man.If performing

370Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFront passengerairbagdeactivatedsee Oper.’s Man.Air bag is

371Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFront passengerairbagdeactivatedsee Oper.’s Man.Note that a

372Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionPSelector leverin park positionYou have turned off the engin

373Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution#Visit Workshop!The battery is no long

374Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution2Brake wearVisit workshopThe brake pads have reached

375Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution?Visit workshop!There may be a malfunction in the앫 fu

376Practical hintsWhat to do if …?During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (1

377Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution•CoolantStop, engine off!The poly-V-belt could be bro

36Getting startedUnlockingPosition 0Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with Smart

378Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionG Display malfunctionVisit workshopThe instrument clu

379Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution: USA only:Add 1 qt. engine oilat next refuelingCanad

380Practical hintsWhat to do if …?When the message Add 1 qt. engine oil at next refueling (Canada: 1 liter) ap-pears while the engine is running and a

381Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionA Reserve fuelThe fuel level has dropped below the re

382Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionI Key recognizedin vehicle!A SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO

383Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution. High beam, leftThe left high beam lamp is malfuncti

384Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution. Low beam, rightThe right low beam lamp is malfuncti

385Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution. Tail lamp rightback-up lamp on The right tail lamp

386Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution<Seat belt systemDrive to WorkshopThe seat belt sy

387Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution_ Steering oilVisit workshop!The steering gear oil le

37Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening

388Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionKClosesunroof!You have opened the driver’s door with

389Practical hintsWhere will I find...?왔 Where will I find...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is located in the trunk on the left side secured by a hoo

390Practical hintsWhere will I find...?3 Arrow 4 Minispare wheel5 Vehicle tool kit storage well casing6 Vehicle tool kit왘 Remove vehicle tool kit 6.St

391Practical hintsWhere will I find...?1 Vehicle jack2 Collapsible wheel chock and spare wheel bolts3 Towing eye bolt4 Alignment bolt5 Wheel wrench6 S

392Practical hintsWhere will I find...?Operational position왘 Turn crank handle clockwise until it engages (operational position).Before storing the ve

393Practical hintsWhere will I find...?Minispare wheel (except CLK 55 AMG)The Minispare wheel is located in the storage compartment underneath the tru

394Practical hintsWhere will I find...?In the case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the Minispare wheel when observing the following restrictio

395Practical hintsWhere will I find...?왘 Loosen retaining screw 3 by turning it counterclockwise.왘 Remove collapsible tire 1.Storing the collapsible t

396Practical hintsWhere will I find...?In the case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the collapsible tire when observing the following restricti

397Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왔 Unlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the vehicle wit

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

38Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located in each door.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat cushion tilt

398Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunkA minimum height clearance of 5.71 ft (1.74 m) is required to open the trunk lid

399Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency2 Locking왘 Insert the mechanical key into the driver’s door lock until it stops.왘 Turn the mechanic

400Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyManually unlocking the gear selector leverIn case of power failure, the gear selector lever can be

401Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencyPower tilt/sliding sunroof*You can open or close the tilt/sliding su

402Practical hintsReplacing batteries in the SmartKey/SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*If the batteries in the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are d

403Practical hintsReplacing batteries in the SmartKey/SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*왘 Remove the batteries.3 Battery4 Contact spring왘 Using a lint-free clo

404Practical hintsReplacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential that all bulbs a

405Practical hintsReplacing bulbsRear lampsNotes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 Sw

406Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn th

407Practical hintsReplacing bulbsHigh beam bulb왘 Turn housing cover 2 counterclock-wise and remove it.왘 Turn bulb holder 5 with the bulb coun-terclock

39Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint tiltManually adjust the angle of the head re-straint.왘 Push or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint c

408Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lamps Bi-Xenon*-type1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp2 Housing cover for high beam flasher, parking and standi

409Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront turn signal lamp bulb왘 Turn bulb socket 1 counterclockwise and remove it.왘 Press gently onto the bulb and turn

410Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for rear lampsBefore you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn the e

411Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesRemoving wiper blades왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch.왘 Fold the wiper arm forwar

412Practical hintsFlat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving traffic on a hard surface.왘 Turn on the hazard warni

413Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheelPreparing the vehiclePrepare the vehicle as described (컄 page 412).Vehicles with Minispare wheel:왘

414Practical hintsFlat tire1 Wheel wrench왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with wren

415Practical hintsFlat tireRemoving the wheel1 Alignment bolt왘 Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and remove.왘 Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt

416Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Guide spare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it on.왘 Insert wheel bolts and tighten them slightly.왘 Unscrew the ali

417Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Take the electric air pump out of the trunk (컄 page 391).1 Flap2 On/off switch3 Electrical plug4 Air hose with pressure g

40Getting startedAdjustingFolding backrests forward왘 Pull release lever 1 forward and fold the backrest forward.The head restraint will automatically

418Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Detach the electric air pump.왘 Store the electrical plug and the air hose behind the flap and place the electric air pump

419Practical hintsFlat tireBefore storing the jack, it should be fully collapsed, with handle folded in (storage position) (컄 page 391).왘 Store the ja

420Practical hintsBatteryThe battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side.1 ClampsRemoving filter box:왘 Release clamps 1.왘 Remo

421Practical hintsBattery1 Negative terminal2 Positive terminal coverDisconnecting the battery왘 Turn off the engine (컄 page 46).왘 Turn off all electri

422Practical hintsBatteryCharging and reinstalling battery왘 Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer.왘 R

423Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another v

424Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located on the right side of the engine compartment. For jump start-ing use the terminals in front of th

425Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleTowing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels of

426Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GPrior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, make certain that the SmartKey is in starter

427Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltTowing eye bolt CLK 320/CLK 5001 Cover on right side of front bumper2 Cover on right sid

41Getting startedAdjustingAdjusting steering column in or out왘 Move stalk forward or back in the direction of arrow 1 until a comfort-able steering wh

428Practical hintsTowing the vehicleTowing eye bolt CLK 55 AMGTowing eye bolt in front bumperThe cover for the towing eye bolt in the front bumper is

429Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesThe electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to stop the supply of electricity to a device that is malfunctioning. This he

430Practical hintsFusesAids for changing fusesFuse chartThe fuse chart is found in the main fuse box in the passenger compartment (컄 page 430). The am

431Practical hintsFusesFuse box in engine compartmentThe fuse box is located in the engine com-partment on the driver’s side.1 Cover2 Screw3 RetainerR

432Practical hintsFusesClosing fuse box왘 Make sure that the sealing rubber is properly positioned.왘 Press fuse box cover 4 down and secure with clamps

433Technical dataParts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain dimensionsWei

434Technical dataThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers

435Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

436Technical dataIdentification labels1 Certification label (includes Paintwork code)2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Vacuum line routing diagr

437Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt drive왔 Layout of poly-V-belt driveCLK 320/CLK 500/CLK 55 AMG1 Automatic belt tensioner2 Power steering pump3 Ai

42Getting startedAdjustingThe buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.1 Adjustment button2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror button3

438Technical dataEngineModel CLK 320 (209.365)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the cor

439Technical dataRims and tires왔 Rims and tiresOnly use tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved

440Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tires16" tires17" tiresCLK 320 CLK 500CLK 320 (Appearance Package)CLK 55 AMGRims (light alloy) 7J x

441Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresCLK 320 CLK 320 (Appearance Package) CLK 500Front axle:Rims (light alloy) 7 J x 16 H2 71/2 J x 17 H2 71

442Technical dataRims and tiresCLK 55 AMGFront axle:Rims (light alloy) 71/2 Jx18EH2Wheel offset 1.45 in (37 mm)1Summer tires (radial-ply tires)225/40

443Technical dataRims and tiresMinispare wheel (except CLK 55 AMG)Collapsible tire (CLK 55 AMG only)CLK 320CLK 320 (Appearance Package*)CLK 500Rim 3.5

444Technical dataElectrical systemModel CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/120 A 14 V/150 A 14 V/150 AStarter motor 14 V/1.4 KW 14

445Technical dataMain dimensions왔 Main dimensionsModel CLK 320 CLK 500 CLK 55 AMGOverall vehicle length 182.8 in (4643 mm) 182.8 in (4 643 mm) 182.8 i

446Technical dataWeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

447Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants mus

43Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or car

448Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Cooling system CLK 320CLK 500CLK 55 AMGapprox. 10.7

449Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability f

450Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Air conditioning refrigerantR-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil are used in the

451Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Fuel requirementsOnly use premium unleaded fuel:앫 The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91

452Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:앫 Corr

453Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of alumi-num parts. The use of aluminum compo

454Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*Both the windshield washer and headlamp cleani

455Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.Alignmen

456Technical termsCOMAND(Cockpit Management and Data Sys-tem)Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including

457Technical termsInstrument clusterThe displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, in-cluding the tachometer, speedometer,

44Getting startedDrivingThe seat belt presenter for driver and pas-senger makes it easier to put on the seat belt.1 Seat belt presenterThe seat belt p

458Technical termsMultifunction steering wheelSteering wheel with buttons for operat-ing the control system.OCS(Occupant Classification System) The sy

459Technical termsREST(Residual engine heat utilization)Feature that uses the engine heat stored in the coolant to heat the vehi-cle interior for a sh

460Technical termsTele Aid System(Telematic Alarm Identification on De-mand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man

461IndexAABS 25, 84, 455Malfunction indicator lamp 354Messages in display 365Accelerator position, automatic transmission 171Accessory weight 338Accid

462IndexAir bags 61Children 62Front 65Passenger 65Safety guidelines 64Side impact 66Window curtain 66Air conditioning (cooling) 191Turning off 192, 20

463IndexAuto-dimming rear view mirrors 178Automatic central lockingActivating/deactivating (control system) 158Automatic climate control 194Activating

464IndexBattery, vehicle 314, 420Charging 422Disconnecting 421Messages in display 373Reconnecting 422Reinstalling 422Removing 421Bead 338Bi-Xenon head

465IndexCentral lockingAutomatic 110From inside 110Switch 110Switching on/off (control system) 158Unlocking from inside 110Central locking switch 110C

466IndexClimate control 184Activating 185Adjusting air distribution 188Air recirculation mode 190Deactivating 185Defrosting 189Rear window defroster 1

467IndexConvenience submenu 158Activating easy-entry/exit feature 159Setting key-dependency 160Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror

45Getting startedDriving1 Latch plate2 Release button3 Buckle왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of the seat belt presenter.왘 Place the shoulder

468IndexHeadlamps 56Immobilizer 89Interior lighting delayed switch-off 157Rear window defroster 183Residual heat 205Seat heating* 119Seat ventilation*

469IndexEEasy-entry/exit feature 112Activating 159Electrical fuses 429Electrical outlet in rear passenger compartment 278Electrical systemTechnical da

470IndexFFahrenheitSetting temperature units 149Fastening the seat belts 43Fine adjustmentCruise control 259First aid kit 389Flat tire 412Collapsible

471IndexFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Capacities 447Functions (control system) 138, 141Resetting 147Fuse box 430, 431Fuse chart 430Fuse extractor 43

472IndexHHands-free microphone 29Hard plastic trim itemsCleaning 351Hazard warning flasher 131Switching off 131Switching on 131Head restraints 113Head

473IndexInstrument cluster 24, 134, 457Cleaning 351Coolant temperature indicator 135Illumination 134Lamps in 354–359Multifunction display 137Outside t

474IndexMaintenance service indicator 344Parktronic system* warning indicators 262Seat belts 359SRS 61, 359Turn signals 25LanguageMultifunction displa

475IndexLow beam headlampsMessages in display 383Replacing bulbs (Bi-Xenon*) 404Replacing bulbs (Halogen) 404, 406LoweringVehicle 418LubricantsTechnic

476IndexMenus 138AUDIO 143Control system 140, 457NAV 144Settings menu 146Standard display 142Submenus 139TEL* 162Trip computer 160Vehicle status messa

477IndexParking brake 374SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 381Steering gear oil level 387Sunroof* 388Symbol messages 373–388Tele Aid 386Telephone* 388Text mes

46Getting startedDrivingThe seat belt presenter slides back:앫 right after you pushed the latch plate 1 into buckle 3 and heard it click.앫 after approx

478IndexOpeningAshtray (Center console) 276Ashtray (Rear seat) 277Cup holder 275Doors from the inside 105Fuel filler flap 305Fuel filler flap manually

479IndexParts service 434PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lampPassenger compartment 302Fuse box in 430I

480IndexPremium unleaded gasoline 450ProblemsWhile driving 54With vehicle 17Product information 9Production options weight 339Program mode selector sw

481IndexReinstallingAshtray (Center console) 276Ashtray (Rear seat) 277Vehicle battery 422Remote controlsSmartKey 94SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 99Remote

482IndexSSafetyOccupant 60Safety belts see Seat beltsSafety defectsReporting 18Safety systemsDriving 84Seat belt force limiter 69Seat belts 67Cleaning

483IndexSpeedometer display mode 149Temperature (Interior) 187Temperature (interior) 197Temperature indicator 149To last stored speed ("Resume&qu

484IndexSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*Checking the batteries 97, 103Global locking and unlocking 101Locking the vehicle 103Loss of 105Message in display 38

485IndexSubmenusControl system 141Convenience 158For settings 139Instrument cluster 149, 151Lighting 154Resetting functions in Control system 147Selec

486IndexTele Aid 280Emergency calls 281Information 284Initiating an emergency call manually 282Messages in display 386Remote door unlock 286Roadside A

487IndexTowing eye bolt (vehicle tool kit)CLK 320/CLK 500 427CLK 55 AMG 428Installing 427Installing (CLK 55 AMG) 428Towing the vehicle 425Tracking ser

47Getting startedDrivingAutomatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park position with gear selector lever lockR Reverse gearN

488IndexUpgrade signalsTele Aid 285Uphill drivingCruise control 257UpholsteryCleaning 352Upshifting 167Useful features 272Ashtray (Center console) 276

489IndexVehicle identification number (VIN) 436Vehicle jack 391Vehicle lightingChecking 307Vehicle loading terminology 338Vehicle maximum load on the

490IndexWindshieldDefogging 189, 199Refilling washer fluid 315Replacing wiper blades 411Washer fluid 315, 454Washer system 454Windshield washer fluid

Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly.

ContentsIntroduction... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual ...

48Getting startedDriving왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P.왘 Do not depress accelerator.왘 Depress the brake pedal during the starting pro

49Getting startedDrivingParking brake 1 Parking brake release handle2 Parking brake pedal왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on handle 1.The indica

50Getting startedDrivingFor more information on driving, see “Driv-ing instructions” (컄 page 295).Switching on headlampsFor more information on headla

51Getting startedDriving왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to position B.The low beam headlamp indicator lamp B in the instrument cluster comes on (컄 page 24

52Getting startedDrivingWindshield wipersThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Single wipe2 Switchi

53Getting startedDrivingIntermittent wiping왘 Turn the combination switch to position I.Single wipe왘 Press combination switch briefly in the direction

54Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.앫 The engine electronics may

55Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

56Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 50).For more information, see “Lighting” (컄 pa

57Getting startedParking and locking왘 Press the seat belt release button (컄 page 45).Allow the retractor to completely re-wind the seat belt by guidin

ContentsSafety and Security... 59Occupant safety... 60Air bags ...

58Getting startedParking and locking1 Lock button on the door handle왘 After exiting the vehicle, press lock button 1 on the door handle or on the trun

59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle.앫 Se

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAir bagsWarning! GIn the event that the 1 indicator lamp comes on during driving or does not come on at all, the S

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GTo reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate, it is very important for the driver and fr

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAccident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat.It shoul

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bagWe caution you not to rely on the pres

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle, we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with a

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe front passenger front air bag will only be deployed if:앫 the system, based on OCS weight sen-sor readings, sen

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySeat beltsWhen the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < illuminates to remind you and your passengers to

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68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GNever ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts are equipped with emergen-cy tensioning d

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn an impact, emergency tensioning devices remove slack from the belts. Belt force limiters reduce the force exert

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyiInformation on child seats with anchor fittings for tether anchorages (컄 page 79).For information on LATCH-type c

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following im-portant information whe

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOccupant Classification SystemThe Occupant Classification System (OCS) automatically turns the front passenger fro

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBoth driver and the front passenger should always use the 56 indicator lamp as an indication of whether or not the

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen the OCS senses that the front passen-ger seat occupant is classified as being heavier than the weight of a ty

76Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following im-portant information whe

77Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe 56 indicator lamp is located in the center console.1 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lampThe 56 in

ContentsPower tilt/sliding sunroof* ... 251Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof ... 251Synchronizing the power tilt/sl

78Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test Occupant Classification SystemAfter turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pre

79Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyMore information can be found in the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 360).Installation of infant and child restr

80Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Swing rear seat backrest to the rear un-til it engages.왘 Check the rear seat backrest to be locked in its uprigh

81Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyTo fold anchors out1 Anchors2 Release button왘 Grip inner side of anchors 1 and fold forward until they audibly loc

82Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear side window operationYou can block the rear door window oper-ation (for instance when you have ch

83Safety and SecurityPanic alarm왔 Panic alarmAn audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 21/2minutes.1 Â buttonActivat

84Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫 ABS (Antilock Brake Sys

85Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBrakingAt the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pe

86Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 353).ESPThe Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is opera

87Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 353).Switching off the ESPTo improve the vehicle’s trac

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88Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsWhen you switch off the ESP앫 the ESP does not stabilize the vehicle앫 the engine output is not limited, whic

89Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activat

90Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsAnti-theft alarm systemOnce the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someo

91Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming the alarm system왘 Unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*.The turn signal lamps flash on

92Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming tow-away alarm왘 Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*.The tow-away alarm is automatically ar

93Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory functionLightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityClimate cont

94Controls in detailIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment installed on your vehi-cle

95Controls in detailLocking and unlockingWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and

96Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the do

97Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal locking왘 Press button ‹.All turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move d