Mercedes-benz CL-Class 2012 Bedienungsanleitung

CLOperator's Manual

Refrigerant ... 479Setting the air distribution ... 259Setting the airflow ... 259Se

Problems with the seat heatingThe seat heating has switched itself offprematurely. The vehicle's electrical systemvoltage is too low because too

i Other topics:REASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature(Y page 99)Rstoring settings (Y page 102)Roperating the on-board computer(Y page 331)Steering wheel heatingSwit

Position of the steering wheel and thedriver's seat when the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is activeThe steering wheel tilts upwards and thedriver&apos

Folding the exterior mirrors in or outelectricallyXMake sure that the SmartKey is in position1 or 2 in the ignition lock.XBriefly press button :.Both

XMake sure that the vehicle is stationary andthat the SmartKey is in position 2 in theignition lock.XPress button = for the exterior mirror onthe fron

driving could cause the driver to lose controlof the vehicle.XAdjust the seat (Y page 94).XOn the driver's side, adjust the steeringwheel (Y page

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Useful information ... 106Introduction ... 106At a glance ...

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GWARNINGChange or modification not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user's authority tooperate this equipm

Daytime running lampsDisplay message ... 361Switching on/off (on-boardcomputer) ... 343Swi

At a glanceCOMAND operating systemOverviewFunction Page:COMAND display 112;COMAND controller andfunction buttons 108=Telephone keypad 110Components of

The COMAND controller can be:Rpressed briefly or pressed and held WRturned clockwise or counter-clockwisecVdRslid left or right XVYRslid forwards or b

You can assign the following predefinedfunctions to the h programmable button:RECO: you can activate or deactivate the ECOstart/stop function.RMassage

COMAND displayDisplay overviewThe COMAND display shows the function currently selected and its associated menus. TheCOMAND display is divided into sev

Navi Audio Telephone Video VehicleMode FM/AM radio Video DVD ECOMap orientation Sat radio AUX Multicontourseat/lumbarsettingsPoint of interestsymbols

For example, the "Navi" function can be usedfrom the driver's side while the "Video"function is used on the front-passenger s

switch SPLITVIEW on and off(Y page 115).The SPLITVIEW screen remains on forapproximately 30 minutes after the SmartKeyhas been turned to position 0 in

Avoid using alcoholic thinners, gasoline orabrasive cleaning agents. These coulddamage the display surface. Do not applypressure to the display surfac

Selecting a menu/menu item andconfirming your selectionXPress the =;9: buttons toselect the menu/menu item and press the9 button to confirm.116At a gl

Functions with the E and F buttonYou can use the remote control to execute the same functions as the COMAND control panel.Mode FunctionAudio mode Sele

Driving safety systemsABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ... 62ADAPTIVE BRAKE ... 66BAS (Brake Assist System) ...

Calling up the menu of a main function:To call up the audio menu;Main function barIf one of the main functions navigation, audio,telephone or video is

Calling up the audio functionXSelect Audio in the main function bar bysliding ZV and turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.The basic

You can enter the characters using either thecharacter bar or the number keypad. In theselection list, you select an entry to copy it tothe address en

You see which characters you can enter withthat key. Each time the key is pressed, thenext character is selected.Example: key p:Rpress once = MRpress

iYou will find further information in the"Destination entry" section (Y page 137).Entering characters in the address andthe phone bookIntrod

Option 1XSelect 4 or 5 in the character bar andpress W to confirm.The input menu shows the data fieldselected.:Cursor in the next data field;To store

MuteSwitching audio and video sources on/offXPress the 8 button on the multifunctionsteering wheel.The sound from the respective audio orvideo source

Adjusting the sound settingsCalling up the sound menuYou can make various sound settings for thedifferent audio and video sources. This meansthat it i

Surround soundGeneral informationIf your vehicle is equipped with the harman/kardon® Logic 7® surround sound system,you can set the optimum surround s

:Current settingXSelect the Logic7® ON or Logic7® OFFsetting by turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.Depending on your selection, s

Emergency releaseDriver's door ... 81Trunk ... 85Vehicle ...

Design ExplanationDay ModeThe display is setpermanently to daydesign.Night ModeThe display is setpermanently to nightdesign.AutomaticThe display desig

Abbreviation MeaningDD/MM/YYYYDay/Month/Year(date format)HH/MMHours/Minutes(time format)You can set the 24-hour or the AM/PMformat.XSet the format by

IndividualizationIntroductionYou can use the individualization function tofine tune the Voice Control System to yourvoice and therefore improve voicer

Canceling the first or second part ofindividualizationXConfirm Cancel by pressing W theCOMAND controller.A prompt appears asking whether youreally wis

Activating/deactivating Bluetooth®XSelect Vehicle in the main function bar byturning cVd the COMAND controller andpress W to confirm.XSelect System by

XSelect Options by sliding VY theCOMAND controller and press W toconfirm.XSelect Authorize and press W to confirm.orXPress W to confirm the selected d

XSelect Details and press W to confirm.The detailed display for this deviceappears.XTo close the detailed view: turn cVd orslide XVY the COMAND contro

NavigationIntroductionSafety notesGWARNINGFor safety reasons, only enter a destinationwhen the vehicle is stationary. When thevehicle is in motion, a

Switching to navigation modeXPress the S function button once ortwice.orXSelect Navi in the main function bar bysliding ZV and turning cVd the COMANDc

You can select the following route options:RUse Carpool LanesRMinimize highwaysRMinimize Toll RoadsRMinimize TunnelsRMinimize FerriesRMinimize Motorai

Preparing the vehicle ... 425Raising the vehicle ... 426Floormat ...

Entering a destination by addressIntroductionWhen entering an address as the destination,you have the following options:Rentering the state/province,

RLast States/ProvincesRStates (U.S.)RProvinces (Canada)XTo select a list: turn cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.The list of selected st

Street listXSelect a street by turning cVd theCOMAND controller and press W toconfirm.XIrrespective of the option, press W toconfirm your selection.Th

XIn the address entry menu, confirm Startby pressing W.If no other route has been calculated, routecalculation starts immediately (Option 1). Ifanothe

:Digits entered by the user;Digits automatically added by the system=List entry most closely resembling thecharacters entered so far?To switch to the

Entering an intersection nameEntering an intersection will delete apreviously entered house number.XSelect Intersection (intersection) in theaddress e

XTo show the menu: press W the COMANDcontroller.XSelect Destination in the navigationsystem menu bar by turning cVd theCOMAND controller and pressing

switched on and the GPS signal is strongenough.Moving the map and selecting thedestinationXTo scroll the map: slide XVY, ZVÆ oraVb the COMAND controll

XTo select a category: select a category byturning cVd the COMAND controller andpressing W to confirm.COMAND first searches in the selectedcategory fo

XSelect Delete Stopover and press W toconfirm.COMAND deletes the intermediate stopand recalculates the route to the maindestination.Entering a point o

Homesee Home address Home addressEntering and saving ... 141Selecting from the destinationmemory

XEnter the phone number using thecharacter bar.Assigning a point of interest categoryIntroductionThe categories and points of interestavailable depend

interest from the current vehicleposition.Rvicinity of destination: the linear distanceis the distance from the destinationentered to the point of int

Selecting a point of interest using themapYou can select points of interest that areavailable in the selected (visible) section ofthe map.XTo activate

e.g. roads closed to through traffic and non-residents.Rroads that have time restrictions (e.g.closed on Sundays and public holidays) areavoided for r

Example display: change-of-direction phase:Current vehicle position: the tip of thetriangle indicates the vehicle’s directionof travel;Graphic represe

Display and description of lane recommendationsThe colors used in the lane recommendation display vary depending on whether day or nightdesign is swit

XSelect Cancel Route Guidance and pressW to confirm.Continuing route guidanceXTo activate navigation mode: press theS function button once or twice.XT

Avoiding a section of the route blockedby a traffic jamThis function blocks a section of the routeahead of you. You can set the length of theblocked r

Displaying destination informationPrerequisite: you have entered a destination(Y page 137) and possibly an intermediatestop (Y page 145).XTo activate

XSelect Position in the navigation systemmenu bar by turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XSelect Where am I? and press W toconfirm

Light switch ... 244Low-beam headlamps ... 245Parking lamps ... 244Rear

Off-road during route guidanceDue to roadworks, for example, there may bedifferences between the data on the digitalmap and the actual course of the r

iCOMAND uses corresponding icons tohighlight the entire section of the affectedroute, regardless of how long the incidentactually is. The icons are pl

Icon for real-time traffic reportsIcon Description Traffic reports in the map displayWarning (red) A warning appears, for example, relating to lostcar

Displaying real-time traffic reportsXIf necessary, switch to navigation modeand show the menu (Y page 136).XSelect Traffic in the navigation systemmen

6Report textCFirst exit/intersection after the affectedroute section endsXTo scroll within a report or to access the next report: turn cVd the COMANDc

save the home address without startingroute guidance.XTo enter the home address for the first time: select Assign Address Book Entry and press W to co

XSelect a destination by turning cVd theCOMAND controller and press W toconfirm.The destination address is shown.XSelect Save and press W to confirm.Y

will appear asking whether you wish tooverwrite the existing data.XSelect Yes or No and press W to confirm.If you select Yes, COMAND stores the data.D

Storing the crosshair position in the listof previous destinationsRoute guidance not activeA crosshair appears on the map if you havemoved the map man

Moving the mapShowing the crosshairXTo hide the menu: slide ZV the COMANDcontroller and, when the Full screenmenu item is shown, press W.XTo move the

System ... 395Vehicle remote unlocking ... 401Mechanical keyFunction/notes ...

Map displaySetting the map orientationMap orientation:Current map orientationThe following display modes are possible:R0 North orientation (the map vi

XSelect Navi in the main function bar bysliding ZV and turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XSelect POI Symbols on Map and pressW t

Geo-coordinate displayGeo-coordinate display active:Current height above average sea level,rounded;Current vehicle position: latitudecoordinates=Curre

:Hills;Buildings=Important buildingsShowing the map data versionXTo show the menu: press W the COMANDcontroller.XSelect Navi in the main function bar

XSelect Navi in the main function bar bysliding ZV and turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XSelect Highway Information and pressW

You can install new map software yourselfwhich, depending on the scope, may consistof one or more DVDs.The installation process can take between10 and

Map software is not compatible with thecurrent system softwareYou will see a message that the systemsoftware and the map software are notcompatible.XT

prompting you to insert the second DVD.Follow the instructions on the display.XTo allow the installation to run to the end without Canceling: take no

Problems with the navigation systemProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCOMAND is unable tocontinue routeguidance after thejourney has

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsYou see a messageinforming you that theDVD containing thedigital map isincompatible with thesystem

Blocking a route section affectedby a traffic jam ... 155Compass function ... 172Destination memory

Call disconnection while the vehicle isin motionA call may be disconnected if:Rthere is insufficient network coverage incertain areas.Ryou move from o

Ra valid and operational SIM card must beinserted in the mobile phone.Rthe mobile phone is connected to COMANDvia Bluetooth®.If you cannot make an eme

When you authorize a new mobile phone, it isconnected automatically.Connecting comprises:Rsearching for a Bluetooth®-capable mobilephoneRsubsequently

If you want to reauthorize a mobile phonefollowing de-authorization, you can select adifferent passcode.XTo enter a passcode in COMAND: pressthe numbe

COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.The selected mobile phone is searched forand connected if it is within Bluetooth®range and if Bluetooth® is ac

Example display: telephone basic menu(Bluetooth® interface):Network provider icon;Signal strength of mobile phone networkÈ=Receiver icon ¡ or ¢?To dis

XTo reject: select Reject by turning cVdthe COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.orXPress the ~ button on the telephonekeypad or on the multifuncti

iThe redialing function is also availableusing the on-board computer(Y page 341).Calling voicemailThis function is only available if it is supportedby

You can be called by more than one person(call waiting) while you are making atelephone call. In the same way, you can callanother party while already

:Active party;Party on hold=To interconnect parties by creating aconference connectionXTo interconnect parties by creating a conference connection: se

Opening height restriction fortrunk lid ... 235Operating systemsee On-board computer

The address book organizes and storesentries that are entered from differentsources (mobile phone, SD memory card,Bluetooth® import, COMAND phone book

iIf you switch to another main function,e.g. navigation, while receiving vCards, thereception of vCards will be terminated.XSelect Data/Connections in

XTo switch from the character bar to the list: slide ZV the COMAND controller untilthe character bar is hidden.orXSelect ¬.XTo call a contact: selec

p To select the character set*/E To select uppercase andlowercase letters% BackF To delete your selection¬ To confirm your selection?Preset phone cate

Calling a number stored in an entryUsing the phone bookXSelect Name in the telephone basic menuby sliding VY and turning cVd theCOMAND controller and

XSearch for an address book entry with orwithout a voice tag (¦ symbol).XSelect Options by sliding VY and turningcVd the COMAND controller and pressW

Incoming calls which you could not or did notwant to answer are marked with a symbol infront of the name or phone number.Storing a phone number which

Adding a phone number to an addressbook entryXOpen a call list and select an entry(Y page 193).XSelect Options by sliding VY theCOMAND controller and

Example display, FM radio:Display window with station settings;Frequency of the selected station=Name of the selected station?Display bar for frequenc

XSelect Enter Frequency and press W toconfirm.Irrespective of the option chosen, an inputmenu will appear.XEnter a frequency using the number keys.COM

SymbolsRegistered trademarks:RBabySmart™ is a registered trademark ofthe Siemens Automotive Corp.RBluetooth® is a registered trademark of theBluetooth

Pulling away (automatictransmission) ... 269PULSEsee Massage function (PULSE) QQualified specialist w

Weather BandSwitching onXSelect the currently set waveband FM orAM by sliding VÆ and turning cVd theCOMAND controller and press W toconfirm.XSelect WB

Displaying program informationThis function is only available for analog FMand digital AM/FM programs (HD Radio).Information relevant to the current s

You hear the analog program of thisfrequency.As soon as you change to another HD Radiofrequency, the HD Radio is reactivated.HD Radio display1Display/

Satellite radio mode may be temporarilyunavailable or interrupted for a variety ofreasons. These reasons includeenvironmental or topographical conditi

If the satellite receiver is not installed or isnot installed correctly, the Device not available message will appear.Once COMAND receives the signal,

Option 2XSelect Sat. Radio in the submenu bar byturning cVd the COMAND controller andpress W to confirm.XSelect Enter Channel and press W toconfirm.An

Using the multifunction steering wheelXPress = or ; to select the Audiomenu.XPress 9 or : briefly.Displaying informationXSelect Info in the submenu ba

XTo load a single magazine tray: pressrespective button =.XRemove any CD/DVD which may be inslot :.XWait until the indicator lamp for button =which ha

Option 2XPress the R function button once ortwice.XSelect an audio medium from the media list(Y page 208).Option 3XSelect Audio in the main function b

Example display: MP3 mode:Disc type;Disc number=File or track name (ID3 tags)?Disc or directory nameACurrent playback optionBTrack timeCGraphic time a

Destination reached ... 154Lane recommendations ... 152Off-road ... 157Traffic

Selecting CD/audio DVD/MP3 discsSelecting via the media listXIn CD/audio DVD and MP3 mode: selectMedia by sliding VÆ or turning cVd theCOMAND controll

Selecting by track listXIn audio mode, select Search by slidingVÆ or turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.XSelect Current Track Lis

XSelect a track by turning cVd and pressW to confirm.The track is played and the correspondingfolder is now the active folder.Copying music files from

Many audio CDs contain CD text. COMANDuses the information contained therein todisplay the artist, album and track name.If the audio CD does not conta

XSelect Group by turning cVd and pressW to confirm.The list of available groups appears. The# dot indicates the group currentlyselected.XTo exit the m

than MP3 or WMA tracks are not displayed byCOMAND.If MP3 or WMA files are stored in the rootdirectory itself, the root directory will also betreated a

If you insert thicker discs, e.g. those thatcontain data on both sides (DVD on oneside and audio data on the other), theycannot be ejected and can dam

XSelect Music Register and press W toconfirm.XSelect Copy Music Files and press W toconfirm.:Data medium selectedXTo select a disc: slide ZVÆ or turn

amount of data. The time required may varydepending on the data source. If there isnot enough memory space, you will see amessage to this effect.XTo c

XEnter a name for the folder/track.XTo save the changes: select ¬ andpress W to confirm.Deleting folders/tracksXSelect Rename/Delete Files by slidingV

On-board computer ... 343Picture (COMAND) ... 224Sound settings ... 125System se

800 mA (it may be necessary to connect aseparate power supply)Rcertain MP3 playersiThe Media Interface supports USBstorage media of "USB Device S

Switching to Media Interface modeGeneral notesIn extreme cases, starting up individualfunctions can take up to several minutes –this depends on the ex

Selecting music filesNoteCOMAND displays the data stored on theiPod®, MP3 player or USB mass storagedevice according to the filing structure usedin th

For USB mass storage devices, you canchoose to display the metadata contained inthe tags of the encoded music data, or todisplay the file and director

XIn a directory, press the correspondingnumber key once or several times to selectthe first letter of the artist's name (e.g. foran artist beginn

Notes on USB devicesRIn order to keep the initialization time to aminimum, store only music data on a USBdevice.RApproximately 10,000 tracks aresuppor

VideoGeneral informationAutomatic picture shutoffIf the vehicle is traveling faster thanapproximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and videoDVD mode is activated,

! Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs,as they could peel off and damageCOMAND. Stickers can cause the disc tobend, which can result in read e

Navigation menu displayed:Data medium type;Current track=Current scene?Track timeATo show the menuShowing/hiding the menuThis function is not availabl

Stop functionXPress W the COMAND controller to showthe menu.XTo interrupt playback: select É byturning cVd the COMAND controller andpress W to confirm

Buttons (on-boardcomputer) ... 331Important safety notes ... 98Paddle shifters ...

XSelect Title Selection by turning cVdthe COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.XSelect a film/title and press W to confirm.DVD menuCalling up the D

Setting the language and audio formatThis function is not available on all DVDs. If itis available, you can set the DVD menulanguage, the audio langua

Switching to video AUX modeXSelect Video in the main function bar bysliding ZV and turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.If video AU

COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.Main area ; is active.XSelect the individual vehicle functions bysliding XVY or turning cVd the COMANDcontroll

COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.The main area is active.XSelect the Rear Window Sunshade function by sliding XVY or turning cVdthe COMAND cont

COMAND controller and press W toconfirm.The main area is active.XSelect the Easy-Entry/Exit Feature menu by sliding XVY or turning cVd theCOMAND contr

XTo set the ambient lighting: selectVehicle in the main function bar by slidingXVY and turning cVd the COMANDcontroller and press W to confirm.The mai

turning cVd the COMAND controller andpress W to confirm.The main area is active.XSelect the Automatic Locking functionby sliding XVY or turning cVd th

XTo adjust the temperature: slide ZVÆ orturn cVd the COMAND controller.XTo confirm the selection: press W theCOMAND controller.Setting the air distrib

Climate control main menuYou can:Rswitch cooling with dehumidification on oroff (Æ)Rcontrol climate control centrally (Mono)Radjust the Footwell Tempe

MB info call button ... 398Remote vehicle locking ... 401Roadside Assistance button ... 397Search & Sen

Adjusting the footwell temperatureYou can use the Footwell Temperaturefunction to set the temperature differencebetween the footwell and the rest of t

XTo move to the lower menu bar: selectby sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controllerand press W to confirm.iWhen you press the T function button,the previously

Adjusting the seat side bolstersThis function allows you to adjust the aircushions in the seat side bolsters.XSelect the seat (Y page 239).XSelect Sea

XSelect Setting by sliding ZVÆ or turningcVd the COMAND controller and pressW to confirm.Resetting adjustmentsYou can reset the seat settings to the f

XSelect Setting by sliding ZVÆ or turningcVd the COMAND controller and pressW to confirm.The massage function runs forapproximately 6 to 20 minutes, d

Useful information ... 244Exterior lighting ... 244Interior lighting ...

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XTurn the light switch to $ or c.orXIf the rear fog lamp is switched on: pressthe light switch in to the stop.Low-beam headlampsXTo switch on the low-

The automatic headlamp feature is only anaid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle'slighting at all times.GWARNINGWhen it is dark or foggy,

=High-beam flasher?Left turn signalXTo indicate briefly: press the combinationswitch briefly to the pressure point in thedirection of arrow ; or ?.The

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)(definition) ... 463GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)(definition) ...

Cornering light functionThe cornering light function improves theillumination of the road over a wide angle inthe direction you are turning, enabling

the high-beam headlamps are switched onautomatically. The K indicator lamp inthe instrument cluster also lights up.When you drive slower than approxim

Interior lighting controlImportant notesIn order to prevent the vehicle's battery fromdischarging, the interior lighting functions areautomatical

If the new bulb still does not light up, consulta qualified specialist workshop.Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect ofvehicle safety. You must the

that has collected on the windshield canscratch the glass if wiping takes place whenthe windshield is dry.! If the windshield wipers leave smears onth

Replacing the wiper bladesMoving the wiper blades to a verticalpositionVehicles without KEYLESS-GOXTurn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in theignition

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Useful information ... 256Overview of climate control sys-tems ... 256Operati

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Automatic climate control panel:Sets climate control to automatic mode, left (Y page 258);Sets the temperature, left (Y page 259)=Sets the airflow, le

Locking separately ... 85Opening/closing (automaticallyfrom inside) ... 84Opening/closing (

Activating/deactivatingXTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in theignition lock.XTo activate: press the ^ rocker switchup or down.The indicator lamp in th

Setting the temperatureClimate control climate zonesYou can select different temperature settingsfor the driver's and front-passenger sides aswel

XTo deactivate: press the ¬ rockerswitch up or down.The indicator lamp in the ¬ rockerswitch goes out. The previously selectedsettings come into effec

from outside. The air already inside thevehicle will then be recirculated.GWARNINGFogged windows impair visibility,endangering you and others. If the

Always keep sufficient distance betweenunprotected parts of the body and the airvents. If necessary, use the air distributionadjustment to direct the

XTo switch the ventilation on/off: pushrocker switch down ; or up :.Setting the glove box air ventWhen automatic climate control is activated,the glov

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Useful information ... 266Breaking-in notes ... 266Driving ...

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could lose control of the vehicle and hitsomeone or something. Only shift into gearwhen the engine is idling normally and whenyour right foot is firml

VIN ... 473Voice Control SystemSettings ... 129Volume, adjust

XInsert Start/Stop button : into ignitionlock ;.iWhen you insert Start/Stop button :into ignition lock ;, the system requires adetection time of appro

Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engineGWARNINGAs long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle, thevehicle can be started. Therefore, never leavechildren unat

XTake your foot off the brake pedal.iOnce you have taken your foot off thebrake pedal, the vehicle is held for aroundone second.XPull away.Hill start

Rno engine-relevant diagnostics are active.Rthe driver's door is closed and the seat beltis fastened.Automatic engine startThe engine is started

Problems with the engineProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe engine does notstart. The starter motorcan be heard.RThere is a malfun

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe engine is notrunning smoothly andis misfiring.There is a malfunction in the engine electronics

Engaging park position PXPush the DIRECT SELECT lever in thedirection of arrow P.iThe automatic transmission shiftsautomatically into park position P

Rif applied, release the electric parkingbrake.Rswitch off the ignition and leave theSmartKey in the ignition lock.Transmission position D with ECOsta

ANeutralDo not shift the transmission to Nwhile driving. The transmissioncould otherwise be damaged.No power is transmitted from theengine to the driv

Program selector buttonGeneral informationThe program selector button influences:Rthe drive programRthe AIRMATIC (Y page 303) or ABC(Y page 305) suspe

Product informationMercedes-Benz recommends that you usegenuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversionparts and accessories that have beenapproved for the ty

driven at lower engine speeds and thewheels being less likely to spinDrive program S is characterized by thefollowing:Rsporty engine settingsRthe vehi

Manual drive programSwitching on the manual drive programThe manual drive program is only available forAMG vehicles.Manual drive program M is differen

Problems with the transmissionProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe transmission hasproblems shifting gear.The transmission is losin

GWARNINGOverfilling of the fuel tank may createpressure in the system which could cause agas discharge. This could cause the gasolineto spray back out

SmartKey. The driver’s door can be closedagain.XPress the fuel filler flap in the direction ofarrow :.The fuel filler flap opens slightly.XOpen the fu

Problems with fuel and the fuel tankProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsFuel is leaking from thevehicle.GRisk of explosion or fireThe

GWARNINGKeep in mind that turning off the engine aloneonly will shift the automatic transmission intoneutral position N automatically.Always shift the

1 in the ignition lock or if the ignition hasbeen switched on using the Start/Stopbutton.Engaging the electric parking brakeautomaticallyThe electric

If you leave the vehicle parked for longer thansix weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage asa result of lack of use.XVisit a qualified specialist worksh

Steering and braking requires significantlymore effort and you could lose control of thevehicle and cause an accident as a result.Do not turn off the

Information for customers inCaliforniaUnder California law you may be entitled to areplacement of your vehicle or a refund of thepurchase price or lea

more firmly. Maintain a safe distance fromvehicles in front.After driving on a wet road or having thevehicle washed, brake firmly while payingattentio

Braking maneuvers triggered automaticallyby ESP® may seriously damage the brakesystem.If your brake system is subject only tomoderate loads, you shoul

by the engine's air suction nozzles and thiscan cause engine damage.Winter drivingGeneral notesGWARNINGIf the vehicle becomes trapped in snow,ens

Only use the cruise control if the road, traffic,and weather conditions make it advisable totravel at a constant speed.RThe use of the cruise control

Setting a speedGWARNINGKeep in mind that it may take a brief momentuntil the vehicle has made the necessaryadjustments.Increase or decrease the set ve

recommend that you review the followinginformation carefully before operating thesystem.GWARNINGWhen DISTRONIC brakes, the brake pedal ispulled back (

GWARNINGThe DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take road andtraffic conditions into account. Only use theDISTRONIC PLUS if the road, weather andtraffic conditions

with your own braking. This will result inpotentially dangerous emergency brakingwhich will not always result in an impact beingavoided.Tailgating inc

XBriefly pull the cruise control lever towardsyou ?, or briefly press up : or down ;.DISTRONIC PLUS is selected.XKeep the cruise control lever pressed

Ryou switch on the appropriate turn signals.RDISTRONIC PLUS does not detect a dangerof collision.If these conditions are met, your vehicle isaccelerat

Welcome to the world of Mercedes-BenzBefore you drive off, please familiarizeyourself with your vehicle and read thismanual, especially the safety and

If you bought this vehicle used, be sure tosend in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car"found in the Service and WarrantyInformation Booklet,

Making adjustments in 1 mph (Canada:1 km/h) incrementsXBriefly press the cruise control lever to thepressure point, up : for a higher speed ordown ;

DISTRONIC PLUS displays in thespeedometerWhen you switch on DISTRONIC PLUS,triangle ; shows the stored speed.iFor design reasons, the speed displayedi

Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUSThere are several ways to deactivateDISTRONIC PLUS:XBriefly press the cruise control leverforwards :.orXBrake, unless the v

The DISTRONIC PLUS regulates only thedistance between your vehicle and thosedirectly ahead of it. It may not registerstationary objects in the road, e

Obstructions and stationary vehiclesDISTRONIC PLUS does not brake forobstacles or stationary vehicles. If, forexample, the detected vehicle turns a co

Deactivating the HOLD functionThe HOLD function is deactivatedautomatically if:Ryou accelerate and the transmission is inposition D or R.Ryou shift th

Setting raised levelXStart the engine.If indicator lamp ; is not lit:XPress button :.Indicator lamp ; lights up. The vehicleheight is adjusted to rais

Active Body Control (ABC)Vehicle levelYour vehicle automatically adjusts its rideheight to improve driving safety and reducefuel consumption.Depending

Sports tuningThe firmer suspension tuning in Sport modeensures even better contact with the road.Select this mode if you prefer a firmersuspension tun

PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid withultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually andaudibly the distance between your vehicleand an object.PARKTR

Qualified specialist workshopAn authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is aqualified specialist workshop. It has thenecessary specialist knowledge, tools and

Ultrasonic sources such as an automaticcar wash, the compressed-air brakes on atruck or a pneumatic drill could causePARKTRONIC to malfunction.PARKTRO

If indicator lamp ; lights up, PARKTRONIC isdeactivated.iPARKTRONIC is automatically activatedwhen you turn the SmartKey to position 2in the ignition

Problems with PARKTRONICProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsOnly the red segmentsin the PARKTRONICwarning displays are lit.You also he

GWARNINGObjects located above the height range ofParking Guidance will not be detected whenthe parking space is measured. These objectsare not taken i

Guidance only shows parking spaces on thepassenger side in the default setting. Parkingspaces on the driver's side are displayed assoon as the tu

Steering tips:Red lane indicating the route the vehiclewill take with the steering wheel in itscurrent position;Yellow lane indicating the route theve

Final positionDepending on the size of the parking space,you may now be in an angled position in theparking space. If possible, Parking Guidancewill g

Rthe trunk lid is openRit is raining or snowing strongly or if it isfoggyRit is night or if you are parking/maneuvering your vehicle in a very darkare

ATTENTION ASSISTImportant safety notesATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long,monotonous journeys such as on freewaysand interstate highways. It is act

Night View Assist Plus with spotlightfunctionImportant safety notesIn addition to the illumination provided by thenormal headlamps, Night View Assist

To contact NHTSA, you may call the VehicleSafety Hotline toll-free at1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); goto: http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:

iAnimals are not recognized by pedestrianrecognition.Night View Assist Plus is able to recognizepedestrians by typical characteristics, e.g. asilhouet

Display for a slow-moving vehicle (example):Night View Assist Plus display;Pedestrian recognized=Framing?Symbol for active spotlight function(example)

You can only activate Night View Assist Pluswithout spotlight function if:Rthe SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignitionlock.Rit is dark.Rthe light sw

Problems with Night View Assist PlusProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe picture quality ofNight View Assist Plushas deteriorated.T

attentive driving. You are responsible for thevehicle's speed, braking in good time, andsteering correctly. Always adapt your drivingstyle to sui

Due to the nature of the system:Rwarnings may be issued in error whendriving close to crash barriers or similarsolid lane borders.Rwarnings may be int

exterior mirror and the following is shown inthe multifunction display, for example:GWARNINGActive Blind Spot Assist is only an aiddesigned to assist

Assist is active from speeds of 60 km/h. Ifthe mph display unit is selected, theassistance range begins at 40 mph.GWARNINGActive Lane Keeping Assist d

application also slightly reduces vehiclespeed.If a lane-correcting brake application occurs,the following, for example, appears in themultifunction d

XSwitch on Active Lane Keeping Assist usingthe on-board computer (Y page 343).Symbol : appears in the instrumentcluster.If your speed exceeds 40 mph (

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! If the coolant temperature is too high adisplay message is shown.If the coolant temperature rises above248 ‡(120 †), do not drive any further asthis

A=;Selects a menu9:Press briefly:Selects a function or scrolls throughlistsIn the Audio menu: selects a storedstation, an audio track or a videosceneI

Menus and submenusMenu overviewThe number of menus shown depends on the optional equipment in the vehicle.Function:Trip menu (Y page 334);Navi menu (n

Trip menuStandard displayXPress and hold the % button on thesteering wheel until the Trip menu withodometer : and trip odometer ; isshown.Trip compute

:Digital speedometerResetting valuesYou can reset the values of the followingfunctions:RTrip odometerRTrip computer "From start"RTrip comput

display = next to the symbol for the changeof direction ;. This decreases in size as youapproach the announced change of direction.Change of direction

XTo select a stored station: briefly pressthe 9 or : button.XTo select a station from the station list: press and briefly hold the : or9 button.XTo se

CockpitFunction Page:Steering wheel paddleshifters 277;Combination switch 246=Cruise control lever 291?HornAInstrument cluster 33BDIRECT SELECT lever

:Gear indicator;Upshift indicator=Engine oil temperature?Coolant temperatureUpshift indicator UP ; indicates that theengine has reached the overrevvin

XPress the X button on the steeringwheel to show the intermediate time duringtiming.The intermediate time is displayed for fiveseconds.XPress the X bu

Lap evaluationThis function is only available if you havestored at least two laps and have stopped theRACETIMER.XPress = or ; on the steering wheelto

Dialing a number from the phone bookYou can use the mobile phone to enter newtelephone numbers into the phone book (seeCOMAND) (Y page 187). If your m

XPress the = or ; button on thesteering wheel to select the DriveAssistmenu.XPress the 9 or : button to selectDistance Display.XPress a.The DISTRONIC

When ATTENTION ASSIST (Y page 316) isactivated, the À symbol appears in themultifunction display when the ignition is on.Activating/deactivating Activ

XPress the a button to confirm.XTo activate/deactivate: press aagain.Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assiston/offXPress the = or ; button on thesteering w

iUSA only: This device has been approvedby the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System".The radar sensor is intended for use in anautomotive radar

Display messagesGeneral notesGWARNINGAll categories of messages contain important information which should be taken note of and,where a malfunction is

Safety systemsDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!÷Currently Unavailable See Oper. ManualGRisk of accidentABS (Anti-lock Bra

Instrument clusterDisplaysFunction Page:Coolant temperature 330;Fuel gauge=PARKTRONIC 306?Multifunction display 332SpeedometerATransmission position 2

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!÷Inoperative See Oper. ManualGRisk of accidentABS, ESP®, BAS, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD functi

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions÷Inoperative See Oper. ManualGRisk of accidentESP®, BAS, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function and

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsF(USAonly)!(Canadaonly)Please Release Parking BrakeThe red F (USA only)/ ! (Canada only)

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsF(USAonly)!(Canadaonly)Parking Brake See Oper. ManualThe yellow F (USA only)/ ! (Canada o

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe yellow F (USA only)/ ! (Canada only) warning lamplights up. The red F (USA only)/ ! (

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsF(USAonly)!(Canadaonly)Parking Brake InoperativeThe yellow F (USA only)/ ! (Canada only)

GWARNINGDriving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Haveyour brake system checked immediately.Do not add bra

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsPRE-SAFEFunctions Currently Limited See Operator's ManualGRisk of accidentPRE-SAFE®

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions6Front Left SRS Malfunction Service Required orFront Right SRS Malfunction Service Requi

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsFront Passenger Airbag EnabledSee Oper. ManualThe front-passenger air bag is enabled duri

Warning and indicator lampsFunction Page:Turn signal 246;Electric parking brake (red) 379F (USA only)! (Canada only)=Electric parking brake(yellow) 37

GWARNINGIf the 42 indicator lamp remains off even after performing the above correctivesteps, do not have any children 12 years old and under and othe

LightsiDisplay messages about LEDs:This display message will only appear if all LEDs have failed.Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M S

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbCheck Center Brake LampThe high-mounted brake lamp is faulty.XCheck whether you are perm

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbCheck Left Reverse Lamp or Check Right Reverse LampThe left or right-hand backup lamp is

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbPlease Switch Off LightsThe lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. Awa

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions?Coolant Low Stop Vehicle Turn Engine OffThe coolant is too hot.XPull over and stop the v

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions?The engine fan is defective.XAt coolant temperatures under 248 ‡ (120 † ), drive to the

! The oil level is too low. Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. There is a risk ofengine damage.The display messages and the corresponding

Driving systemsDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÀAttention Assist: Pause!Based on specific criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÁNight View Assist Only When It Is DarkYou have attempted to activate Night View Assist P

On-board computer and COMANDFunction Page:% Back or deactivatesthe Voice Control System;=; Selects a menu3339: Selects afunction or scrolls throughlis

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsABCMalfunction Stop VehicleThe ABC (Active Body Control) vehicle level is too low.XPull o

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsRadar SensorsDeactivated See Oper. ManualThe radar sensor system is deactivated.XSwitch o

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsActive Blind Spot AssistInoperativeActive Blind Spot Assist is defective.The yellow 9 ind

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable See Operator's ManualDISTRONIC PLUS is deactivat

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCruise ControlInoperativeCruise control is defective.A warning tone also sounds.XVisit a

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCheckTiresGRisk of accidentThe tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significant

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionshCheck Tire PressureGRisk of accidentThe tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped s

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsService RequiredDo Not Shift GearsYou cannot change the transmission position due to a ma

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDPower Steering Malfunction See Oper. ManualGRisk of accidentThe power steering is malfun

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÂKey Not Detected(Red display message)The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle.A warning

Center consoleFunction Page:Function button for theradio and CD/DVD/SDcard 109;Back button 109=Hazard warning lamps 247?Lumbar support 238Multicontour

Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterSeat beltProblem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions7After starting theengine, the red s

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions7The red seat beltwarning lamp flashesand an intermittentaudible warningsounds.GRisk of injuryThe

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!The yellow ABS warninglamp is lit while theengine is running.GRisk of accidentABS (Anti-lock Brak

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!The yellow ABS warninglamp is lit while theengine is running. Awarning tone alsosounds.GRisk of a

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsåThe yellow ESP® OFFwarning lamp is lit whilethe engine is running.GRisk of accidentESP® is deacti

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions÷åThe yellow ESP® andESP® OFF warninglamps are lit while theengine is running.GRisk of accidentESP

For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerimmediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS ma

Driving systemsProblem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions·The red distancewarning lamp lights upwhile the vehicle is inmotion. A warning ton

on the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure label, you should determine theproper tire pressure for those tires.As an added safet

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Overhead control panelFunction Page:Eyeglasses compartment 389;p Switches the left-hand reading lamp on/off249=v Switches the rearinterior lighting on

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a remote control (see the COMAND sectionin this Operator's Manual).iThe glove box can be ventilated(Y page 263).XTo open: press button :.XTo clos

XTo open: fold down the seat armrest.XPull handle : and fold the armrestsupwards.Stowage box between the rear seatsXTo open: pull handle : backwards i

Bag hooks! The bag hook can bear a maximum loadof 6.6 lbs (3 kg). Do not use it to secure aload.XPull bag hook ; down by tab :.Stowage well under the

XTo open: press marking :.XTo remove: pull the cup holder upwards inthe direction of the arrow by silverhandle ;.XTo insert: press down until it engag

Rear window roller sunblindImportant safety notesGWARNINGWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove theSmartKey from the ignition lock. Always takethe Sm

XTo re-install the insert: press insert =into the holder until it engages.XTo close: press cover : briefly at thefront.The cover moves back.Cigarette

Socket in the glove boxXOpen the glove box (Y page 388).XLift up the cover of socket :.Socket in the trunkXLift up the cover of socket :.mbraceImporta

You can find further information and adescription of all available features under"Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com18.System self-testA

All important information on the emergencyis transmitted, for example:Rcurrent location of the vehicle (asdetermined by the GPS system)Rvehicle identi

Door control panelFunction Page:Opens the door 80;%& Unlocks/locksthe vehicle80=Adjusts the seat electrically 94?r45=Memory function102w Adjusts t

XPress and hold Roadside Assistancebutton : for more than two seconds.This initiates a call to the Mercedes-BenzCustomer Assistance Center. The indica

the connection is being established. TheConnecting Call message appears in themultifunction display. The COMANDdisplay shows the Information Call Acti

(POIs)/important destinations in thesurrounding area.You are prompted to confirm route guidanceto the address entered.XSlide XVY and turn cVd the COMA

Each destination address sent can beaccessed by every vehicle which isconnected with the relevant e-mailaddress.Vehicle remote openingIf you have unin

happens automatically and does not requireany action from the driver. This functionallows the Mercedes-Benz Center to improveappointment planning sign

1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and2. this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesir

position for at least 25 seconds beforetrying another position.XPress and hold transmitter button B ongarage door remote control A untilindicator lamp

found on the reverse side of the remotecontrol).The integrated garage door opener iscompatible with devices that can beoperated with units in a freque

XSlide the seat backwards.XTo install: place the floormat in thefootwell.XPress studs : onto retainers ;.XTo remove: pull the floormat offretainers ;.

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XPull release lever : for the hood.The hood is released.! Make sure that the windshield wipers arenot folded away from the windshield. Youcould otherw

Checking the oil level using the on-board computerOn vehicles with a 12-cylinder engine, the oillevel can be checked using the on-boardcomputer. On al

Specifications for Service Products can becalled up by visiting http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). Moreinformation about tested and approvedengine oils

hot fluid and steam will be blown out underpressure.Rdo not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts.Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol whichmay burn if

and windshield washer concentrate (e.g.MB SummerFit).XAt temperatures below freezing: fill thewasher fluid reservoir with a mix of waterand windshield

Hiding a service messageXPress the % or a button on thesteering wheel.Displaying service messagesXSwitch on the ignition.XPress = or ; on the steering

Exterior careAutomatic car washGWARNINGBraking efficiency is reduced after washingthe vehicle. This could cause an accident. Forthis reason, you must

Also, clean the insides of the wheels whenwashing the underbody of the vehicle.XDo not use hot water and do not wash thevehicle in direct sunlight.XUs

If water no longer forms "beads" on the paintsurface, use the paint care productsrecommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the case

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Cleaning the wiper bladesGWARNINGBefore cleaning the windshield or wiperblades, switch off the windshield wipers andremove the SmartKey from the ignit

Cleaning the exhaust tail pipesImpurities combined with the effects of roadgrit and corrosive environmental factors maycause flash rust to form on the

agents containing solvents cause the surfaceto become porous, and as a result, plasticparts may break away and be thrown aroundthe interior when an ai

iNote that regular care is essential toensure that the appearance and comfort ofthe covers is retained over time.Cleaning the seat beltsXUse clean, lu

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Flat tirePreparing the vehicleiVehicle preparation is not necessary onvehicles with MOExtended tires.XStop the vehicle as far away as possiblefrom tra

XPrepare the vehicle as described(Y page 425).XRemove the following items (depending onthe vehicle's equipment) from the stowagewell under the tr

performing maintenance work under thevehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use thejack only to lift the vehicle during a wheelchange.Never get benea

GWARNINGThe SRS self-check has detected amalfunction if the 6 SRS warning lamp:Rdoes not come on at allRfails to go out approximately 4 secondsafter t

XMake sure that the base of the jack ispositioned directly under the jacking point.XTurn crank ? clockwise until jack = sitscompletely on jacking poin

emergency spare wheel could damage thebrake system.XClean the wheel and wheel hub contactsurfaces.! To prevent damage to the paintwork, holdthe wheel

GWARNINGThe handling characteristics of your vehicledeteriorate in run-flat mode, for example:Rwhen corneringRwhen brakingRwhen accelerating rapidlyAd

Wear eye protection.Keep children away.Observe this Operator'sManual.HEnvironmental noteBatteries contain dangeroussubstances. It is against thel

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you do notcarry out work on batteries yourself, e.g.removing or charging. Always have this workperformed at a qualified

Jump-startingGWARNINGFailure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can leadto a battery explosion and severe

XSwitch off all electrical consumers (e.g. radio, blower, etc.).XOpen the hood (Y page 408).Position number A identifies the charged battery of the ot

Towing and tow-startingImportant safety notesGWARNINGIf you tow the vehicle, you must use a rigidtowing bar if:Rthe engine is not running.Rthere is a

XPress the mark on cover : inwards in thedirection of the arrow.XTake cover : off the opening.XScrew the towing eye in clockwise to thestop and tighte

Transporting the vehicleThe towing eye can be used to pull the vehicleonto a trailer or transporter for transportingpurposes.XTurn the SmartKey to pos

RNever place your feet on the instrumentpanel, dashboard, or on the seat. Alwayskeep both feet on the floor in front of theseat.RImproper repair work

Before changing a fuseXPark the vehicle and apply the electricparking brake.XSwitch off all electrical consumers.XRemove the SmartKey from the ignitio

Fuse box in the engine compartmentFuse box on the left in the direction oftravelXOpen the hood (Y page 408).XRemove any existing moisture from thefuse

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Notes on regularly inspecting wheelsand tiresGWARNINGRegularly check the tires for damage.Damaged tires can cause tire inflationpressure loss. As a re

(100 km) as they only reach their fullperformance after this distance.RDo not use tires that are excessively wornas the tire traction on wet road surf

impairs cornering ability and reduces drivingstability. Adapt your driving style accordingly.Have the spare wheel replaced by a normalwheel with an M+

Option 1) Tire and Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on the driver's side ofthe vehicle (Y page 452).The Tire and Loading Information p

If the tire pressures have been set to thelower values for lighter loads and/or lowerroad speeds, the pressures should be resetto the higher values:Ri

ROnly hold the steering wheel by the rim.Placing hands and arms inside the rim canincrease the risk and potential severity ofhand/arm injury when the

Observe the recommended tire pressures forcold tiresRon the Tire and Loading Information placardon the B-pillar on the driver's side,Rin the tire

Checking the tire pressuresImportant safety notesGWARNINGFollow recommended tire inflation pressures.Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tireswea

As an added safety feature, your vehicle hasbeen equipped with a tire pressure monitoringsystem (TPMS) that illuminates a low tirepressure telltale wh

1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and2. this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesir

you can also define reference valuesmanually as described here.Restart the tire pressure monitor after youhave set the tire pressure to the valuerecom

:B-pillar, driver's sideMaximum permissible gross vehicleweight ratingiThe specifications shown on the Tire andLoading Information placard in the

XStep 4: The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo and luggage loadcapacity. For example, if the "XXX" amountequals 1400 lbs

Example: step 1 to 3The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities withvarying seating configurations and numb

Example 1 Example 2 Example 3Step 3 Permissible cargo and trailer load/noseweight (maximum gross vehicle weight rating from the Tire and Loading Infor

iThe actual values for tires are specific toeach vehicle and may deviate from thevalues in the illustration.Maximum tire load : is the maximumpermitte

belts regardless of whether your vehicle isequipped with air bags or not.It is important for your safety and that of yourpassenger to have deployed ai

the tire's ability to stop on a wet surface asmeasured under controlled conditions onspecified government test surfaces of asphaltand concrete. A

DLoad index (Y page 461)ETire nameiTire data is vehicle-specific and maydeviate from the data in the example.Tire size designation, load-bearingcapaci

Example:The load bearing index 91 is equivalent to amaximum load of 1356 lbs (615 kg) that thetire can carry. For further information on themaximum ti

iNot all tires that have the M+Sidentification offer the drivingcharacteristics of winter tires. Winter tireshave, in addition to the M+S identificati

The TIN is a unique identification number. TheTIN enables the tire manufacturers to informpurchasers of recalls and other safety-relevant matters. It

Normal occupant weightThe number of occupants the vehicle isdesigned to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms(150 lbs).Uniform Tire Quality GradingStandard

Kilopascal (kPa)Metric unit for tire pressure. 6.9 kPa is theequivalent of 1 psi. Another unit for tirepressure is bar. There are 100 kilopascals(kPa)

These optional extras, such as high-performance brakes, level control, a roof rackor a high-performance battery, are notincluded in the curb weight an

! On vehicles equipped with a tire pressuremonitor, electronic components arelocated in the wheel.Tire-mounting tools should not be usednear the valve

For further information on the recommendedtire inflation pressure and on tire pressuresfor specific driving conditions, see(Y page 445).i Notes on the

that provided by the seat belt, driver's kneebag =(Y page 44) is deployed along with thedriver's air bag. Driver's kneebag=(Y page 44)

TiresSummer tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4BA 255/45 R18 99 YMOExtended268.5 J x 18 H2Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)# #— —FA RA255/45 R18 99 YMOExtende

All-weather tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4BA 255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S 8.5 J x 19 H2Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)# #— —FA RA255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S 275/

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number (Y page 474) when ordering genuineMercedes-Benz parts.WarrantyThe Service and Warranty Informationbooklet contains detailed information aboutth

iThe data shown on the identification plateis example data. This data is different forevery vehicle and can deviate from the datashown here. You can f

Service products and capacitiesImportant safety notesService products include the following:RfuelsRlubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)Rcool

CapacitiesModel Capacity Fuel, coolant,lubricants, etc.Engine oil and filterCL 550 4MATIC28CL 63 AMG9.0 US qt (8.5 l) Approved engineoilsCL 600CL 65 A

FuelImportant safety notesGWARNINGGasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.It burns violently and can cause seriouspersonal injury.Never allow spark

Window curtain air bagsThe window curtain air bags enhance the levelof protection for the head, but not chest orarms, of the vehicle occupants on the

Carbon deposits may form if the availabilityof gasoline with relevant additives isinsufficient (in certain regions). In this case,Mercedes-Benz recomm

Refrigerant of the air-conditioningsystemThe air-conditioning system is filled withR134a refrigerant and a special PAGlubricant.! Never use refrigeran

protection and to provide protection fromoverheating. In the Service Booklet, you canfind information on the intervals for renewal.The renewal interva

CL 63 AMGVehicle length201.0 in (5106 mm)Vehicle height56.1 in (1425 mm)Turning circle38.1 ft (11.60 m)CL 65 AMGVehicle length201.0 in (5106 mm)Vehicl

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individual is in the front-passenger seat, havethe front passenger reposition himself orherself in the seat until the 42indicator lamp goes out.In the

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restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seatrecommended for the size and weight of thechild.Children can be killed or seriously injured byan inflatin

If the SmartKey has been removed from theignition lock or is in position 0, indicator lamp42: does not light up.GWARNINGIf the red SRS 6 indicator lam

Problems with the occupant classification systemProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe 42indicator lampilluminates andremains illumin

PRE-SAFE® (preventative occupantprotection)GWARNINGThe PRE-SAFE® system reduces the impact ofan accident on vehicle occupants, as long astheir seat be

In the same crash, the possibility of injury ordeath is lessened if you are properly wearingyour seat belt. The air bags can only protectas intended i

RPosition the lap belt as low as possible onyour hips and not across the abdomen. Ifthe lap belt is positioned across yourabdomen, it could cause seri

XAdjust the seat and move the backrest toan almost vertical position (Y page 92).XPull the seat belt smoothly through beltsash guide :.XWithout twisti

Emergency Tensioning Device and seatbelt force limitersThe seat belts are equipped with ETDs andseat belt force limiters.The ETDs tighten the seat bel

child. The infant or child restraint systemmust be properly secured in accordance withthe manufacturer's instructions. All infant orchild restrai

RIf you place a child in a forward-facing childrestraint on the front-passenger seat:-move the seat as far back as possible-use the proper child restr

1, 2, 3 ...12 V socketsee Sockets 4ETSsee ETS/4ETS (ElectronicTraction System)

retractor ensures the seat belt will notslacken once the child restraint system hasbeen secured.Installing a child restraint system:XAlways comply wit

XFold upholstery cover = and the Velcrofastener upwards.XTurn installation aid ? to a vertical positionto prevent upholstery cover = from foldingdown.

Child-proof locksImportant safety notesGWARNINGWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove theSmartKey from the ignition lock. Always takethe SmartKey wit

iUSA only:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmfuli

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)Important safety notesiObserve the "Important safety notes"section (Y page 61).ABS regulates brake pressure in

Any unauthorized modification to thisdevice could void the user's authority tooperate the equipment.With the help of the radar sensor system, BAS

ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)Important safety notesiSee the "Important safety notes" section(Y page 61).If ESP® detects that the vehic

Beware of these limits if you deactivateESP®.Do not deactivate ESP® when the emergencyor spare wheel is mounted.ESP® is activated automatically when t

XObserve the notes on warning and indicatorlamps (Y page 380) as well as displaymessages (Y page 349).ADAPTIVE BRAKEADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking sa

At speeds up to approximately 40 mph(70 km/h), PRE-SAFE® Brake can also reactto stationary obstacles, for example stoppedor parked vehicles.If you app

Rear ... 263Setting ... 261Setting the center air vents ...

Theft deterrent locking systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents your vehicle frombeing started without the correct SmartKey.When leaving the vehicl

XTo stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO:grasp the outside door handle. TheSmartKey must be outside the vehicle.The alarm is switched off.orXPress the Star

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Any unauthorized modification to thisdevice could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.The Product label with FCC ID and ICcertification

This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmfulinterfere

X To unlock the vehicle: pull the doorhandle.XTo lock the vehicle: touch sensorsurface :.XConvenience closing feature: touchrecessed sensor surface ;

XPush release catch : in the direction ofthe arrow and at the same time, removemechanical key ; from the SmartKey.SmartKey batteryImportant safety not

XMake sure that the surface of the battery isfree from lint, grease and all other forms ofcontamination.XInsert the front tabs of battery traycover :

Basic settingssee Settings BAS PLUS (Brake Assist SystemPLUS) ...

Problems with the SmartKeyProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsYou cannot lock orunlock the vehicleusing the SmartKey.The SmartKey batt

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsYou have lost themechanical key.XReport the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.XIf necessary

GWARNINGDo not carry heavy or hard objects in thepassenger compartment unless they arefirmly secured in place.Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo

Automatic locking featureThe vehicle locks automatically when theignition is switched on and the wheels of thevehicle are turning at a speed of more t

Locking the vehicleIf the vehicle can no longer be locked with theSmartKey, you can lock it by taking thefollowing steps. If the central locking in th

The trunk lid can be:Ropened and closed manually from outsideRopened and closed automatically fromoutsideRopened and closed automatically frominsideRl

ClosingGWARNINGMonitor the closing procedure carefully tomake sure no one is in danger of beinginjured. To prevent possible personal injury,always kee

XTo open: press remote operating switch fortrunk lid : until the trunk lid opens.XTo close: press remote operating switchfor trunk lid : until the tru

XBriefly press emergency releasebutton :.The trunk lid unlocks and opens.The trunk lid can be unlocked and openedwith the trunk lid emergency release

The switches on the driver's door takeprecedence.iThe side windows cannot be operatedfrom the rear when the override feature forthe side windows

Exterior lights ... 418Gear or selector lever ... 420Matte finish ... 41

Using KEYLESS-GOThe KEYLESS-GO key must be outside thevehicle. All the doors must be closed.XTouch recessed sensor surface : on thedoor handle until t

GWARNINGPulling and holding the switch to close thewindow immediately after it had been blockedtwo times will cause the window to closewithout the ant

XTurn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in theignition lock.XPress or pull the 3 switch in thecorresponding direction.iIf you press the 3 switch beyond

Useful information ... 92Correct driver's seat position ... 92Seats ...

Useful informationiThis Operator's Manual describes allmodels and all standard and optionalequipment of your vehicle available at thetime of publ

SeatsImportant safety notesGWARNINGIn order to avoid possible loss of vehiclecontrol, all seat, head restraint, steeringwheel and rear view mirror adj

Do not drive the vehicle without the seat headrestraints. Head restraints are intended tohelp reduce injuries during an accident.! To avoid damage to

Make sure no one is caught or injured whilethe seat is being adjusted.Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey withKEYLESS-GO removed from the starter switc

Folding back the rear seat head restraintsfrom the frontXMake sure that the SmartKey is in position1 or 2 in the ignition lock.XPress button :.Folding

Folding the backrest forwardsIn order to make it convenient for passengersto get in and out of the rear compartment, thedriver's or front-passeng