Mercedes-benz CLK-Class 2007 Owners Manual Bedienungsanleitung

Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AGOperator’s ManualCLK-Class CabrioletOrder No. 6515 1315 13 Part No. 209 584 52 96 USA Edition A, 2007CLK-Class Cabriolet20

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

99Controls in detailLocking and unlockingWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and

100Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.앫 All turn signal lamps flash once.앫 An acoustic signal soun

101Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 The locking knobs in the doors move up.앫 The anti-theft alarm system is dis-armed.Global locking왘 Press bu

102Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO1 ‹ Lock button2 Š Opening button for trunk (컄 page 107)3 Mechanical key locking tab

103Controls in detailLocking and unlockingImportant notes on using KEYLESS-GO*앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (

104Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 with the starter switch position 1, the message:Key not detectedappears in the multifunction display앫 with

105Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe vehicle will lock again automatically and rearm the anti-theft alarm system within approximately 40 seco

106Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal locking왘 Press the lock button on an outside door handle.With the trunk and both doors closed:앫 All t

107Controls in detailLocking and unlockingUnlocking and opening the trunkYou can unlock and open the trunk sepa-rately.A minimum height clearance of 5

108Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the in-side. Open doors only when condition

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

109Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunkYou can open the trunk if the vehicle is sta-tionary.A minimum height clearance of 5.41 ft

110Controls in detailLocking and unlockingVehicles with trunk opening/closing system*1 Remote trunk opening switch*2 Remote trunk closing switch*왘 Pre

111Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIf the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high)

112Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk from outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicle with trunk opening/closing sys-tem*

113Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with trunk opening/closing sys-tem

114Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk and locking the vehi-cle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with trun

115Controls in detailLocking and unlockingWith all doors closed, the locking knobs in the doors move down and the trunk starts to close automatically.

116Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTrunk emergency releaseWith the emergency release button, the trunk can be opened from inside the trunk.The

117Controls in detailLocking and unlockingValet lockingThe lock is located next to the handle above the rear license plate recess.1 Neutral position2

118Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking and unlocking from the insideYou can lock or unlock the doors and the trunk from inside using the ce

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

119Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see “Adjusting” (컄 page 39).Front seat active head restraintsYou cannot remove th

120Controls in detailSeatsRaising rear head restraints1 Rear seat head restraint왘 Pull head restraint 1 to its highest position.Lowering rear head res

121Controls in detailSeatsMulticontour seat*The multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to pr

122Controls in detailSeatsSeat heating*Both switches for the front seats are located in the center console.1 Seat heating switchThe red indicator lamp

123Controls in detailSeatsSeat ventilation*Both switches for the front seats are located in the center console.1 Seat ventilation switchThe blue indic

124Controls in detailMemory functionPrior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, an

125Controls in detailMemory functionStoring positions into memory왘 Adjust the seats, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the desired posi

126Controls in detailLightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 page 54) and

127Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch

128Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam head

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

129Controls in detailLightingUSA onlyBy default, the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated. Activate the daytime running lamp mode using the contro

130Controls in detailLightingFront fog lamps왘 Switch on the low beam headlamps B (컄 page 54).왘 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to first stop.The fro

131Controls in detailLightingHigh beam왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B (컄 page 126).왘 Push the combination switch in direction of arrow 1

132Controls in detailLightingSwitching off corner-illuminating front fog lampsThe combination switch for the turn signal resets automatically after ma

133Controls in detailLightingHazard warning flasherThe hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the

134Controls in detailLightingInterior lightingThe controls are located in the overhead control panel.1 Left front reading lamp on/off2 Rocker switch f

135Controls in detailLightingManual controlSwitching front interior lighting on and off왘 Press the W symbol on rocker switch 2.The front interior ligh

136Controls in detailInstrument clusterFor a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” (컄 page 26).1 Reset buttonThe

137Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature indicatorThe coolant temperature indicator is on the right side in the instrument cluster (

138Controls in detailInstrument clusterTachometerThe red marking on the tachometer (컄 page 26) denotes excessive engine speed.To help protect the engi

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

139Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

140Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

141Controls in detailControl systemDepending on the selected menu (컄 page 142), pressing the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel will alter wh

142Controls 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

143Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsTable continued on next page.Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4Commands/submenusStandard disp

144Controls in detailControl systemMenu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8Commands/submenusVehicle status message memory11The vehicle status message memory menu i

145Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuIn the standard display, the outside tem-perature and the trip odometer are shown in the multi

146Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button k or j to select the following functions in the AMG menu:.Vehicle supply voltage왘 Press button è or

147Controls in detailControl system1 Gear indicator2 RACETIMER3 LapStarting the RACETIMER왘 Press button æ. The timer starts.Displaying intermediate ti

148Controls in detailControl system1 Gear indicator2 RACETIMER3 Best lap time4 Lap numberResetting current lap왘 Press button æ while the timer is runn

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

149Controls in detailControl systemLap analysis왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display.왘 Press button

150Controls in detailControl systemSelecting satellite radio station* (USA only)The satellite radio is treated as a radio application.왘 Select satelli

151Controls in detailControl systemSelecting CD MP3-track (vehicles with COMAND* and/or CD changer*)왘 Turn on the radio and select the CD changer* (컄

152Controls in detailControl systemVehicle status message memory menuUse the vehicle status message memory menu to scan malfunction and warning messag

153Controls in detailControl systemShould the vehicle’s system record any conditions while driving, the number of messages will reappear in the multif

154Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button j.The collection of the submenus appears in the multifunction display.왘

155Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making indivi

156Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr. cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr. clus-ter submenu

157Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button æ or ç to select the language to be used for the multifunction display messages.Available languages:

158Controls in detailControl systemTime/Date submenuAccess the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the instru

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsTrademarks:앫 ESP® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler.앫 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnso

159Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button æ or ç to set the minutes.왘 Press the reset button in the instru-ment cluster (컄 page 136) to confir

160Controls in detailControl systemSetting the date (year)This function can only be seen in vehicles with audio system.왘 Move the selection marker wit

161Controls in detailControl systemWith daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch in position M or U the low beam headlamps are

162Controls in detailControl systemSetting night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature)Use this function to set whether you would

163Controls in detailControl systemSetting interior lighting delayed shut-offUse this function to set whether you would like the interior lighting to

164Controls in detailControl systemSetting automatic lockingUse this function to activate or deactivate the automatic central locking. With the automa

165Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Convenience submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until th

166Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption since last reset왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the trip com-puter me

167Controls in detailControl systemTEL menu*You can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-f

168Controls in detailControl systemAnswering a callWhen your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answer a call at any time. In the multifunct

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

169Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button s.The system dials the selected phone number.앫 If the connection is successful and this feature is s

170Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionFor more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Automatic transmission” (컄 page 50).Yo

171Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAn additional indication of the current gear selector lever position can be found on the cover of the shift

172Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionsThe current gear selector lever position appears in the multifunction display.

173Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionEffectë NeutralNo power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the

174Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDriving tipsAccelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior:Less thr

175Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the gear selector lever in drive position D and driving in program mode C or S (컄 page 176)

176Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAutomatic shift programThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console.

177Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왘 Press program mode selector switch repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in the

178Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionExtending gear range왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction.The transmissi

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

179Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionSteering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshifting*With the gear selector lever in drive position D an

180Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionLimiting gear range왘 Briefly pull left shift paddle 1.The transmission will shift to the next lower gear as

181Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionManual shift program CLK 63 AMGIn addition to the automatic shift program C or S, your vehicle is equipped

182Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionActivating manual shift program왘 Press program mode selector switch repeatedly until theM for manual pro-gr

183Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDownshifting왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction.or왘 Briefly pull left s

184Controls in detailGood visibilityFor information on the windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 55).Headlamp cleaning system*The button

185Controls in detailGood visibilityAuto-dimming rear view mirrors*The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and

186Controls in detailGood visibilitySun visorsThe sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving.왘 Swing sun visor 4 down when you experience gla

187Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimu

188Controls in detailClimate controlCLK 350 standard equipped with climate control for Canada, for USA depending on vehicle production date.

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

189Controls in detailClimate controlUSA only (depending on vehicle production date)Canada onlyItem1 Left side air vent, adjustable2 Thumbwheel for air

190Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control is operational when-ever the engine is running. You can oper-ate the climate control system in

191Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating the climate control systemDeactivating왘 Set air volume control 1 (컄 page 189) to position 0. Reactiva

192Controls in detailClimate controlSetting the temperatureUse temperature controls 2 and 3 (컄 page 189) to separately adjust the air temperature on e

193Controls in detailClimate control왘 Press button U (컄 page 189).The indicator lamp on the button goes out. The automatic air distribution is switche

194Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button P or 0 (컄 page 189) again. The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Defrosting is tur

195Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button , (컄 page 189).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.Air recirculation mode with co

196Controls in detailClimate controlAir conditioningThe cooling function, is only operational when the engine is running, cools the vehi-cle interior

197Controls in detailClimate controlRear passenger compartment adjustable air ventsThe air conditioning for the rear passenger compartment is controll

198Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlCLK 350 USA standard equipped with automatic climate control, depending on vehicle production date. CLK

CLK 350CLK 550CLK63AMG

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

199Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlUSA onlyCanada onlyItem1 Left side air vent, adjustable2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for center ai

200Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlThe automatic climate control is operation-al whenever the engine is running. You can operate the automa

201Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating the automatic climate control systemDeactivating왘 Press button ´ (컄 page 199).The indicator

202Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlSetting the temperatureUse temperature controls 3 and d for the left side or 6 and b for the right side

203Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting air distributionUse the air distribution controls 1 and 8 (컄 page 199) to separately adjust th

204Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting air volumeUse button U (컄 page 199) for auto-matic mode or air volume controls  or Q (컄 page

205Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlMaximum cooling MAXCOOLIf the left and right air distribution controls as well as the airflow volume con

206Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button , (컄 page 199).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.Air recirculation mo

207Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlCharcoal filterAn activated charcoal filter markedly reduces bad odors and removes pollutants from air e

208Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAir conditioningThe cooling function, only operational when the engine is running, cools the vehi-cle in

20

209Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlResidual heat and ventilation* (Canada only)With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to

210Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlRear passenger compartment adjustable air ventsThe air conditioning for the rear passenger compartment i

211Controls in detailAudio system왔 Audio systemAudio and telephone*, operationThese instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Me

212Controls in detailAudio systemOperating and display elements

213Controls in detailAudio systemItem Page1 CD changer mode selectorAUX mode selector2272172 Single CD mode selector 2303 Radio mode selector4 Mute f

214Controls in detailAudio systemButton and soft key operationIn these instructions, the alphanumeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the funct

215Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting sound functionsThe bass and treble functions are called up by pressing the O button.Settings for bass and t

216Controls in detailAudio systemThe sound setting is reset depending on the sound source activated.앫 Radio mode: STANDARD앫 CD/AUX mode: SURROUND앫 Tel

217Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting balance왘 Press P button repeatedly until BALANCE appears in the display.왘 Press X or Y soft key.The volume

218Controls in detailAudio systemCalling up AUX mode왘 Press and hold Q button until AUX appears in the display.Canceling AUX mode왘 Press any audio sou

21At a glanceExterior viewCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

219Controls in detailAudio systemDirect frequency input왘 Select desired waveband.왘 Press * button.왘 Enter desired frequency with buttons 1 to R.Manual

220Controls in detailAudio systemStation memoryYou can store ten AM and ten FM stations in the memory.앫 Storing stations왘 Tune in desired station.왘 Pr

221Controls in detailAudio systemInterrupting radio modeThe radio mode is interrupted by an incom-ing call on the telephone* (컄 page 239).앫 Mute on왘 P

222Controls in detailAudio systemIntroduction to satellite radio* (USA only)SIRIUS satellite radio provides 100 chan-nels of digital-quality radio, am

223Controls in detailAudio systemCalling up the SAT main menu왘 Press SAT soft key.SAT is displayed in the upper left-hand corner of the display.Prior

224Controls in detailAudio systemSelecting a stationThe following options are available:앫 Selecting a station using the selected category (컄 page 225)

225Controls in detailAudio systemTuning via the program category listThe category list contains all currently re-ceivable categories of programs. It i

226Controls in detailAudio systemObtaining additional text informationAdditional text information (artist, title) re-lated to the current channel can

227Controls in detailAudio systemCD modeSafety precautionsGeneral notesThe system may not be able to play audio CDs with copy protection.Playing copie

228Controls in detailAudio systemTips on handling CDs앫 Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during playback.앫 Avoid scratches, fingerprints an

22At a glanceExterior view

229Controls in detailAudio systemCompatible bit and sampling ratesFixed and variable bit rates of up to 320 kBit/s are possible.The following table li

230Controls in detailAudio systemOperating the single CD player in the audio system unitLoading a CDThe single CD player in the audio system unit has

231Controls in detailAudio system왘 Push tray into magazine in direction of arrow.왘 Push magazine into CD changer 2 in direction of arrow and close sli

232Controls in detailAudio systemSelecting CDs in the audio unit with CD changer*왘 You can select from among the inserted CDs with buttons R to 6.R =

233Controls in detailAudio systemFast forward/reverse앫 Fast forward왘 Press and hold S button until desired point has been reached.앫 Reverse왘 Press and

234Controls in detailAudio systemPause functionThe CD changer* mode is interrupted by an incoming call on the telephone* (컄 page 239).앫 Switching on p

235Controls in detailAudio systemUsing your Mercedes-Benz specified mo-bile phone*, a number of functions and op-erating steps can be performed and di

236Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting the volume왘 Turn rotary control of N button dur-ing a telephone call.The volume will increase or decrease d

237Controls in detailAudio systemYou can access your mobile phone’s phone book using the audio system. You can ac-cess both the main entries and the s

238Controls in detailAudio system왘 When you have selected a number, press s button.The call will be made.앫 Viewing the telephone number of a telephone

23At a glanceExterior viewItem Page1 TrunkUnlockingOpening and closingMinispare wheelVehicle tool kit34109,1104074042 Rear lamps 4323 Rear window, def

239Controls in detailAudio systemRedialIf the number you have dialed is busy, you can again place calls to the last ten tele-phone numbers dialed usin

240Controls in detailAudio systemMuting a callIt is possible to mute a call; the caller is then no longer able to hear you.앫 Mute on왘 PressMUT soft ke

241Controls in detailAudio system앫 Terminating a call왘 Press t button.The current call is terminated. You are again connected with the caller previous

242Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching on the telephoneSwitching on the telephone왘 Press h button.If you have programmed an unlock code for the te

243Controls in detailAudio system왘 If necessary, correct number entered with the CLR soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered

244Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press button ‚ or ƒ repeat-edly until desired entry has been reached.The stored entries are selected in alphabetica

245Controls in detailAudio system앫 Speed dialIf you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbers in your tele-phone, you can also enter these w

246Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming callIf the telephone is active in the background (reception symbol is visible in the display),

247Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press s button.You are connected to the second caller; the first caller is kept on hold.앫 Terminating a call왘 Press

248Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press OK soft key or s button for dialing to begin. DIALING appears in the audio display while the telephone establ

24At a glanceCockpit

249Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for

250Controls in detailPower windows왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 36).Opening the windows왘 Press switch 1 to 4 to the resistance point.The correspond

251Controls in detailPower windowsFully closing the door windows (Express-close)왘 Pull switch 1 or 2 past the resistance point and release.The corresp

252Controls in detailPower windowsSummer opening featureIf the weather is warm, you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simulta-neously:앫

253Controls in detailPower windowsConvenience closing featureWhen you lock the vehicle, you can close the windows and soft top simultaneously.왘 Aim tr

254Controls in detailPower windowsOpening and closing all side windows with the soft top switchThe soft top switch is located in the center console.1

255Controls in detailSoft top왔 Soft topOpening and closing the soft topFor safety reasons, the soft top can only be opened and closed when the vehicle

256Controls in detailSoft topOpening the soft top1 Soft top, openingBefore pulling on the soft top switch, you must make sure:앫 the parking brake is e

257Controls in detailSoft topClosing the soft top1 Soft top, closingBefore pressing the soft top switch, you must make sure:앫 the parking brake is eng

258Controls in detailSoft topLocking the soft top after raising/low-eringIf the soft top is not properly locked, lock it as described below.Unlocked s

25At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Steering wheel gearshift paddles*1792 Combination switch앫 Turn signals앫 Windshield wipers앫 High beam5555543 Cruise cont

259Controls in detailSoft topOpening and closing the soft top with the SmartKeyThe windows will also be opened or closed when you operate the soft top

260Controls in detailSoft topMake sure all side windows and the soft top are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.Luggage coverThe luggage cover

261Controls in detailSoft topWind screenThe wind screen deflects drafts away from the driver and passenger when the soft top is lowered. It is stored

262Controls in detailSoft top6 Retaining lugs7 Mounting fixture on right side8 Catch왘 Fold retaining lugs 6 out.왘 Slide pre-assembled wind screen into

263Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control, with

264Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume to last set speedSetting

265Controls in detailDriving systemsCanceling cruise controlThere are several ways to cancel cruise control:왘 Step on the brake pedal.Cruise control i

266Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a lower speed왘 Depress the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 2 (컄 page 264) and hold it down unti

267Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic system (Parking assist)*, CLK 63 AMG (USA), Canada all vehiclesThe Parktronic system is an electronic a

268Controls in detailDriving systemsRange of the sensorsTo function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors

26At a glanceInstrument cluster

269Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning indicatorsVisual signals indicate to the driver the rel-ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle

270Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Parktronic system on/offThe Parktronic system can be switched off manually.The Parktronic switch is

271Controls in detailLoading왔 LoadingSki sack* (Canada only)Unfolding and loading왘 Close soft top completely (컄 page 257).왘 Open the trunk.왘 Fold lugg

272Controls in detailLoading7 Hook and loop fastener왘 Unfasten hook and loop fastener 7.왘 Pull ski sack into passenger compart-ment and unfold.8 Flap9

273Controls in detailLoadinga Strap왘 Tighten strap a by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski sack are tightly secured.b Hookc Ey

274Controls in detailLoadingClosing ski sack roller blind1 Left hinge2 Right hinge3 Pull strap왘 Pull ski sack roller blind downward us-ing pull strap

275Controls in detailLoadingLoading instructionsThe total load weight including vehicle oc-cupants and luggage/cargo should not ex-ceed the load limit

276Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartments Glove box1 Glove box lid2 Glove box lid releaseOpening the glove box왘 Pull glove box lid rele

277Controls in detailUseful featuresRuffled storage bagsStorage bags are located on the rear side of the front seats.Parcel net in front passenger foo

278Controls in detailUseful featuresCenter armrestThe compartment in the center armrest contains a cup holder and the telephone* compartment.1 Cover2

27At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 L Left turn signal indica-tor lamp552 v ESP® warning lamp 3723 Speedometer4 Multifunction display 1395 l Dis

279Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest in the rear passenger compartment왘 Pull the top of the armrest out and fold it down.Cup holdersCup holder

280Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in the dashboardDepending on your vehicle’s production date, your vehicle is equipped with either a sto

281Controls in detailUseful featuresReinstalling the ashtray insert왘 Push the ashtray insert 3 down into the retainer until it engages.왘 Push down cov

282Controls in detailUseful featuresCigarette lighter왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 38).1 Cover2 Cigarette lighter왘 Briefly press the bottom of cove

283Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outlet in the rear passenger compartment1 Power outlet2 Cover왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 38).왘 Pull at

284Controls in detailUseful featuresTelephone*Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside th

285Controls in detailUseful featuresPlease note that these functions are only available with Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phones. Please contact an a

286Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving mobile phone from mobile phone cradleExample illustration1 Release catch for mobile phone2 Mobile phone c

287Controls in detailUseful featuresTele AidThe Tele Aid system(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types o

288Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the emergency tensionin

28At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 139Operating control system 1402 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume

289Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

290Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover.왘 Press and

291Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡The Information button ¡ is located be-low the center armrest cover.왘 Press and hold the ¡ but

292Controls in detailUseful featuresCall priorityIf other service calls such as a Roadside Assistance call or Information call are ac-tive, an Emergen

293Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen Vehicle Recovery servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the police.The polic

294Controls in detailUseful featuresInterior rear view mirror with integrated re-mote control1 Indicator lamp2 3 4 Signal transmitter buttonNeeded for

295Controls in detailUseful featuresgins to flash after approximately 20 seconds (do not hold the button for longer than 30 seconds). This proce-dure

296Controls in detailUseful featuresRolling code programmingTo train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code featur

297Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 4:왘 Press and hold the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release this button until it has been su

298Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming tipsIf you are having difficulty programming the integrated remote control, here are some helpful tips

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

29At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Seat heater*, driver’s sideSeat ventilation*, driver’s side1221232 Parktronic system*

299OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

300OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for your vehicle.The first 1000 miles

301OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

302OperationDriving instructionsPower assistance BrakesTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted ro

303OperationDriving instructionsRefer to the description of the Brake Assist System (BAS) (컄 page 90).Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be th

304OperationDriving instructionsDriving offApply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear

305OperationDriving instructionsTiresTreadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfer

306OperationDriving instructionsFor more information, see “Tires and wheels” (컄 page 323).HydroplaningDepending on the depth of the water layer on the

307OperationDriving instructionsTire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driving speeds

308OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

30At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 AshtrayCigarette lighter2802822 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button373 Cup holder 2794 Storage compartmentwi

309OperationDriving instructionsStanding water Passenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your

310OperationDriving instructionsTelephones* and two-way radiosRadio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit should only be

311OperationDriving instructionsEngine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service jobs must be carried out regularl

312OperationAt the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking/unlocking the v

313OperationAt the gas station왘 Take off cap and set it in direction of arrow 2 in the recess on the fuel filler flap.To prevent fuel vapors from esca

314OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long tripEngine compartment (CLK 550, example)1 Coolant level2 Brake fluid (fuse box cover

315OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHood OpeningWarning! GDo not pull the release lever while the vehi-cle is in motion. Otherwise the h

316OperationEngine compartmentThe hood lock release lever is located to the left of the steering wheel under the dashboard.1 Hood lock release lever왘

317OperationEngine compartmentEngine oilThe amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Higher oil co

318OperationEngine compartmentCLK 350 / CLK 5501 Oil dipstick2 Upper (max) mark3 Lower (min) markCLK 63 AMG1 Oil dipstick2 Upper (max) mark3 Lower (mi

31At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button2872 Right reading lamp on/off 1353 Inter

319OperationEngine compartmentAdding engine oilCLK 350 / CLK 5501 Filler capCLK 63 AMG1 Filler cap왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine

320OperationEngine compartmentCoolantThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehicle mu

321OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located in the engine compartment on the right-hand side (컄 page 447).The battery shoul

322OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartme

323OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summ

324OperationTires and wheelsTire care and maintenanceRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa-tion on chec

325OperationTires and wheelsTread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread de

326OperationTires and wheelsDirection of rotationUnidirectional tires offer added advan-tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor-mance. To benefit, h

327OperationTires and wheelsTire and Loading InformationYour vehicle is equipped with a Tire and Loading Information placard. Placard1 Load limit info

328OperationTires and wheelsSteps for determining correct load limitThe following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Tit

32At a glanceDoor control panelItem Page1 Inside door handle 1082 Seat adjustment 40,1193 Memory function (for stor-ing seat, exterior mirror and stee

329OperationTires and wheelsThe higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.For more information, see “T

330OperationTires and wheelsCertification labelEven after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue

331OperationTires and wheelsRecommended tire inflation pressureYour vehicle is equipped with a Tire and Loading Information placard located on the dri

332OperationTires and wheelsImportant notes on tire inflation pressureTire temperature and tire inflation pressure are also increased while driving, d

333OperationTires and wheelsChecking tire inflation pressureRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month.Check and adjust the ti

334OperationTires and wheelsRun Flat Indicator*U.S. vehicles: The Run Flat Indicator is only available in conjunction with the MOExtended system* (컄 p

335OperationTires and wheelsReactivating the Run Flat IndicatorThe tire inflation pressure monitor must be reactivated in the following situations:앫 I

336OperationTires and wheelsPotential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tiresUnderinflated tiresUnderinflated tires can:앫 cause

337OperationTires and wheelsTire labelingBesides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire.Foll

338OperationTires and wheelsGeneral:Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter prec

33Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

339OperationTires and wheelsFor additional information on tire load rating, see “Load identification” (컄 page 341).Tire speed ratingThe tire speed rat

340OperationTires and wheelsSummer tires 앫 At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a

341OperationTires and wheelsLoad identification1 Load identificationIn addition to tire load rating, special load information may be molded into the t

342OperationTires and wheelsDOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)U.S. tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a

343OperationTires and wheelsTire type codeThe code 4 (컄 page 342) may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifyin

344OperationTires and wheelsMaximum tire inflation pressure1 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This is the maximum permissible tire inflatio

345OperationTires and wheelsQuality grades can be found, where appli-cable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For

346OperationTires and wheelsTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the generation of

347OperationTires and wheelsTire and loading terminologyAccessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced)

348OperationTires and wheelsGVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)This is the maximum permissible vehicle weight of the fully loaded vehicle (weight of th

34Getting startedThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay

349OperationTires and wheelsTIN (Tire Identification Number)Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in

350OperationTires and wheelsRotating tiresTire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around. If your vehicle is e

351OperationWinter driving왔 Winter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service

352OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heater.The electrical cable may be installed at an authorized

353OperationMaintenance왔 MaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance wit

354OperationMaintenanceClearing the maintenance service indicator messageThe maintenance service indicator mes-sage is automatically cleared after app

355OperationMaintenanceCalling up the maintenance service indicator displayYou can call up the maintenance service in-dicator display at any time to c

356OperationVehicle careCleaning and care of vehicleRegular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your vehicle. The best way to protect y

357OperationVehicle careis neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in

358OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical components and connectors from contac

35Getting startedUnlockingFor more information, see “SmartKey” (컄 page 98).Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock and un

359OperationVehicle careSoft topFrequent cleaning reduces the dirt-repellent effect of the soft top.Intensive cleaning with Mercedes-Benz car-care pro

360OperationVehicle careWet cleaning:왘 Brush the top with a soft-bristled brush. Wash with clear water or with a mild detergent and an ample supply of

361OperationVehicle careHeadlamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses왘 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sha

362OperationVehicle careCleaning the windows and the wiper blades왘 Make sure the hood is fully closed.왘 Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics h

363OperationVehicle carePlastic and rubber parts왘 Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solution.왘 Wi

364OperationVehicle careSeat belts왘 Only use clear, lukewarm water and soap.UpholsteryUsing aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the

365Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Where will I find...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyResetting activated head restra

366Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If any of the following bulbs in the instru-ment cluster fails to co

367Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution- The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is ru

368Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution;3 (USA only)(Canada only)The red brake warning lamp comes on w

36Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsSmartKeyStarter switch0 For removing SmartKeyThe steering is locked when the SmartKey is removed fro

369Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionú±(USA only)(Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indi-cat

370Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionú±(USA only)(Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indi-cat

371Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution• The red coolant warning lamp comes on when the engine is runn

372Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP® warn-ing lamp comes on while the engine is ru

373Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionA The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on while driv

374Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< The red seat belt telltale comes on while the vehicle is s

375Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving.There is a

376Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution56 The front passenger front air bag off

377Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution56 The front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp does no

378Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayWarning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction dis

37Getting startedUnlockingFor more information, see “SmartKey” (컄 page 98).For information on starting the engine us-ing the SmartKey, see “Starting w

379Practical hintsWhat to do if …?On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that ma

380Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Text messagesDisplay message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABSABS, ESPinoperativeSee Operator’s Man.Th

381Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESPunavailableSee Operator’s Man.The ESP® is temporarily

382Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront passengerairbagenabledSee Operator’s ManualFront p

383Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display message Possible cause/ consequencePossible solutionMonitor the 56 indicator lamp on the center console (컄 p

384Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront passengerairbagdisabledSee Operator’s ManualFront

385Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display message Possible cause/ consequencePossible solutionMonitor the 56 indicator lamp on the center console (컄 p

386Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionPSelector leverin ParkYou have turned off the engine wit

387Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionRun Flat IndicatorinactiveRun Flat Indicator* is malfunc

388Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution# The battery is no longer

38Getting startedUnlockingPosition 0Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with Smart

389Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution2Brakepad wearThe brake pads have reached

390Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionúVisit workshopThere may be a malfunction

391Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution•CoolantStop, turn engine offThe coolant

392Practical 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

393Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution4Gas cap is openA loss of pressure has be

394Practical hintsWhat to do if …?When the message Check oil at next re-fueling appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature, the

395Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionA Reserve fuelThe fuel level has dropped

396Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionI Keyless GoCheck systemThe KEYLESS-GO* s

397Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. 3rd brake lampThe high mounted brake la

398Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. License plate lampleft sideThe left lic

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

39Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening

399Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Rear foglampSubstitute bulb on The fogl

400Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Turn signal,left mirrorThe turn signal

401Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(Engagedriver’sseatThe driver seat backre

402Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionKOpen/close topcompletelyThe soft top is

403Practical hintsWhat to do if …?Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutiontFunctionUnavailableThis display appears

404Practical hintsWhere will I find...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is located in the trunk on the right side secured by a hook and loop fastener.1

405Practical hintsWhere will I find...?Removing the vehicle tool kit왘 Lift up trunk floor cover and engage trunk floor handle in upper edge of trunk.1

406Practical hintsWhere will I find...?Vehicle jack The vehicle jack is located in the storage compartment underneath the trunk floor.Storage position

407Practical hintsWhere will I find...?Setting up the collapsible wheel chockThe collapsible wheel chock serves to additionally secure the vehicle, e.

408Practical hintsWhere will I find...?1 Vehicle tool kitWheel wrenchJack2 Arrow 3 Minispare wheel, Wheel bolts for Minispare wheel4 Vehicle tool kit

40Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located on the respective door.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat cu

409Practical hintsWhere will I find...?In case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the Minispare wheel when observing the following restrictions:앫

410Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, open

411Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunkA minimum height clearance of 5.41 ft (1.65 m) is required to open the trunk lid

412Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency1 Locking왘 Insert the mechanical key into the driver’s door lock until it stops.왘 Turn the mechanic

413Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencyOperating roll bars manuallyReleasing roll bars manuallyIf the roll

414Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency2 Hex wrench왘 Insert long side of hex wrench 2 into opening.왘 Using hex wrench 2, press release catch

415Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왘 Press hex wrench down firmly in direc-tion of arrow 3 and hold.왘 Press head restraint down in direc

416Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왘 Lower rear head restraints (컄 page 120).왘 For safety reasons, remove SmartKey from starter switch.왘

417Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency2 Trim왘 Fold the right-hand side of the trunk floor away.왘 Detach trim 2 along the perforation.3 Lock

418Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency6 Lever7 Soft top storage compartment hingeThe soft top storage compartment hinges are located on the

41Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint adjustingManually adjust the head restraint.왘 Push or pull the head restraint cushion to the desired position

419Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왘 Place both straps on soft top compart-ment cover.왘 Take hex wrench out of trunk.왘 Close trunk lid.Y

420Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency9 Soft top compartment cover왘 One person should stand on the left side of the vehicle and the other o

421Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergencyb Windshield frame왘 Lift soft top out of soft top compart-ment and pull it forward to windshield fram

422Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergencye Material tensioning framef Soft top compartment cover왘 Lift material tensioning frame e into a vert

423Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergencyh Locking 왘 Insert hex wrench into soft top locking mechanism screw.왘 Turn the soft top locking mecha

424Practical hintsResetting activated head restraintsResetting activated head restraintsIf the active head restraints have been trig-gered in a rear-e

425Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries왔 Replacing SmartKey batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are dis-

426Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteriesSmartKey / SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.왘 Remove

427Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential

428Practical hintsReplacing bulbsBulbs Front lamps Rear lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signal lampLED2 Turn signal lamp 1156 NA3 Halogen headlamp:Low

42Getting startedAdjustingFolding backrests back왘 Fold and press the backrest rearward until it engages in driving position.The head restraint returns

429Practical hintsReplacing bulbsNotes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 Switch light

430Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn th

431Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront turn signal lamp bulb왘 Turn bulb socket 3 counterclockwise and remove it.왘 Press gently onto the bulb and turn

432Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Reinsert bulb holder 4 with the bulb in the lamp and turn clockwise.왘 Align housing cover 2 and turn it clockwise.F

433Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Pull tab 2 in the direction of the arrow.왘 Remove the bulb carrier.1 Brake lamp2 Backup lamp3 Rear fog lamp (driver

434Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesRemoving and installing wiper blades왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: make sur

435Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesInstalling wiper blades1 Recess2 Tab3 Locking4 Taper piece5 Square recess왘 Lift up the wiper arm as far as you

436Practical hintsFlat tireThe CLK 63 AMG is equipped with a TIREFIT kitPreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle in a safe distance from moving traffic

437Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire.왘 Take TIREFIT, the sticker, and the electric

438Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Screw the air pump’s air hose 5 onto flange 6 of the TIREFIT container.왘 Stick TIREFIT container 1 upside down into notch

43Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel Steering wheel adjustmentThe stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the lower left of steering col

439Practical hintsFlat tire왘 After attaining a tire inflation pressure of 26 psi (1.8 bar), press 0 on electric air pump switch 8.The electric air pum

440Practical hintsFlat tire왘 If tire inflation pressure is at least 20 psi (1.3 bar), inflate tire to correct pressure (see placard on the driver’s do

441Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the Minispare wheel Preparing the vehiclePrepare the vehicle as described on (컄 page 436).왘 Take the wheel wrench,

442Practical hintsFlat tire1 Wheel wrench왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (ap-proximately one full turn with wre

443Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Never start engine while vehicle is ra

444Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheel1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel (located in trunk with Minispare

445Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.Lowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning c

446Practical hintsFlat tireMOExtended system*The MOExtended system allows you to continue driving your vehicle even if there is a total loss of pressu

447Practical hintsBattery왔 BatteryThe battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side.1 ClampsRemoving filter box:왘 Release clamps

448Practical hintsBattery2 Negative terminal3 Positive terminal coverDisconnecting the battery왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 page 59).왘 Make sure gear s

44Getting startedAdjustingEasy-entry/exit featureThis feature allows for easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the ve

449Practical hintsBatteryCharging and reinstalling the battery왘 Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer

450Practical hintsJump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another vehicle. Observe

451Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located on the right side of the engine compartment. For jump start-ing, use the terminals in front of t

452Practical hintsTowing the vehicleTowing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using f

453Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GWith the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this ca

454Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltTowing eye bolt CLK 3501 Cover on right side of front bumper2 Cover on right side of rea

455Practical hintsTowing the vehicleTowing eye bolt CLK 550/CLK 63 AMGTowing eye bolt in front bumperThe cover for the threaded bore in the front bump

456Practical hintsFusesThe electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the components and s

457Practical hintsFusesMainfuse box in passenger compartmentThe main fuse box is located in the passen-ger compartment on the driver’s side of the coc

458Practical hintsFusesOpening fuse box4 Fuse box cover5 Clamps왘 With a dry cloth, remove any moisture from the fuse box.왘 Release clamps 5.왘 Remove f

45Getting startedAdjustingMirrorsAdjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffi

459Technical dataParts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain dimensions an

460Technical dataThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers

461Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

462Technical dataIdentification labels1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar)The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the followin

463Technical dataIdentification labels4 Carpet5 VIN왘 Move the passenger seat to the rear as far as possible.왘 Fold carpet 4 in direction of arrow.VIN

464Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveCLK 350 / CLK 5501 Idler pulley2 Idler pulley3 Automatic belt tensioner4 Power steering pump5 Air conditio

465Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel CLK 350 (209.456)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for

466Technical dataRims and tires!Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to

467Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tiresModel CLK 350 CLK 550Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.45 in

468Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresModel CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMGFront axle:Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2 8 J x 18 H2Wh

46Getting startedAdjustingThe buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.1 Adjustment button2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror button3

469Technical dataRims and tiresMinispare wheelModel All Models (except CLK 63 AMG)Rim 3.5 B x 17 H2Wheel offset 0.67 in (17 mm)Tire11Must not be used

470Technical dataElectrical systemModel CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 AStarter motor 14 V/1.4 KW 14

471Technical dataMain dimensions and weights왔 Main dimensions and weightsMain dimensionsWeightsModel CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK 63 AMGOverall vehicle length

472Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products

473Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Power steering CLK 350CLK 550CLK 63 AMGapprox. 1.1 U

474Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability f

475Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Brake fluidDuring vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced th

476Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Fuel requirementsOnly use premium unleaded fuel:앫 The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91

477Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:앫 Corr

478Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of alumi-num parts. The use of aluminum compo

47Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GMake sure that absolutely no objects are ob-structing the pedals’ range of movement

479Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*Both the windshield washer and headlamp cleani

480

481IndexAABS 27, 88Malfunction indicator lamp 366Messages in display 380Accelerator position, automatic transmission 174Accessory weight 347Accident 5

482IndexAutomatic locking when driving 117Automatic shift program 176Automatic transmissionAccelerator position 174Automatic shift program 176Emergenc

483IndexCCalifornia retail buyers and lessees, Important notice for 11Call priority (Tele Aid) 292Can holder see Cup holderCapacities andrecommended f

484IndexControl system menus 142, 143AMG 145AUDIO 149NAV* 151Settings 153Settings, Submenus 154Standard display 145Submenus 141TEL* 167Trip computer 1

485IndexOverall analysis 148RACETIMER 146Symbol messages 388–403Text messages 380–386Vehicle status message memory 152Vehicle status messages see Mult

486IndexEmergency tensioning device see ETDEmergency, In case ofBattery,Jump starting 290, 450First aid kit 404Flat tire, Changing 436Fuses 456Hazard

487IndexFront lamps see HeadlampsFront passenger front air bag 65, 69Messages in display 382–385Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 29, 7

488IndexGross Vehicle Weight see GVWGVW 347GVWR 348HHalogen headlamp see HeadlampsHands-free microphone 31Hard plastic trim items, cleaning 363Hazard

48Getting 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

489IndexIIdentification labels 462Identification number, Vehicle (VIN) 462, 463Ignitionwith KEYLESS-GO* 38with SmartKey 36Immobilizer 95Indicator lamp

490IndexKEYLESS-GO* 101Batteries in SmartKey 107Battery check lamp, SmartKey 105Factory setting 104, 106Ignition 38Important notes 103Lock button 62Lo

491IndexLoading the vehicle 326Locator lighting 129, 161Lock buttonsDoor handle (KEYLESS-GO*) 62, 105Trunk lid (KEYLESS-GO*) 106Locking 62Loss of keys

492IndexMultifunction display messages 378ABS 380Battery 388Brake fluid 389Brake pads 389Check engine 390Coolant 390–392Engine 390Engine coolant 390–3

493IndexOCS 71Self-test 75Odometer 27Oil level see Engine oil, checking levelOil see Engine oilOne-touch gearshiftingGear selector lever 177Steering w

494IndexPower windows 249Cleaning 362Convenience closing feature 253Express opening/closing 250, 251Opening with soft top switch 254Operating 249Rear

495IndexHigh beam headlamps (Halogen) 428, 430High mounted brake lamp 429License plate lamps 428, 433Low beam headlamps (Bi-Xenon*) 428, 431Low beam h

496IndexService, Parts 460SettingsControl system menus 142Control system submenus 143Date 159, 160Factory, KEYLESS-GO* 104Factory, SmartKey 100Global,

497IndexSteering wheel 43Buttons 28Cleaning 363Lock 52Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshifting*Automatic transmission 179Stolen Vehicle

498IndexTelephone* 28, 167, 284Answering/ending a call 168Changing mobile phone cradle 286Compartment 278Hands-free microphone 31Inserting in cradle 2

ContentsSafety and Security... 63Occupant safety... 64Air bags ...

49Getting startedDriving왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt out of the seat belt presenter.왘 Place the shoulder portion of the belt across the top o

499IndexTransmission see Automatic transmissionTraveling abroad 309Tread 349Tread depth 325, 351Treadwear indicators 349Trip computer 165Trip odometer

500IndexVehicle loadingInstructions 275, 326Load limit 326Terminology 347Vehicle maximum load on the tire 349Vehicle recovery services, Stolen (Tele A

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

50Getting startedDrivingThe seat belt presenter slides back:앫 right after you push the latch plate 1 into buckle 3 and hear it click.앫 after approxima

51Getting startedDrivingStarting with the SmartKey왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P.왘 Do not depress accelerator.왘 Turn the SmartKey in

52Getting startedDrivingStarting difficultiesIf the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be

53Getting startedDriving왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on release handle 1.The indicator lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the clock goe

54Getting startedDrivingFor more information on driving, see “Driv-ing instructions” (컄 page 301).Switching on headlampsLow beam headlampsThe exterior

55Getting startedDrivingTurn signalsThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Turn signals, right2 Turn

56Getting startedDrivingIntermittent wipingIntermittent wiping interval is dependent on wetness of windshield.왘 Turn the combination switch to positio

57Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.앫 The engine electronics may

58Getting startedParking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as foll

ContentsAMG menu ... 145AUDIO menu ... 149NAV* menu...

59Getting startedParking and locking1 Release handle2 Parking brake pedal왘 Step firmly on parking brake pedal 2.When the engine is running, the warnin

60Getting startedParking and lockingTurning off the engine 왘 Place the gear selector lever in position P.왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 page 58).Turning

61Getting startedParking and lockingReleasing seat belts왘 Press the seat belt release button (컄 page 48).Allow the retractor to completely re-wind the

62Getting startedParking and lockingLocking with the SmartKey왘 Press lock button ‹ on the SmartKey (컄 page 34).With the trunk and both doors closed:앫

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle.앫 Se

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAir bagsAir bags or emergency tensioning devices, for example, could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in acc

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GTo reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate, it is very important for the driver and fr

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bagWarning! GAccident research shows that

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle, we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with a

ContentsPower windows... 249Opening and closing the windows ... 249Synchronizing power w

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyFront air bags1 Driver air bag2 Passenger air bagDriver and front passenger front air bags are deployed: 앫 in the

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyHead-thorax air bags1 Head-thorax air bagThe head-thorax air bags 1 in the drivers and front passenger seat are de

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOccupant Classification SystemThe Occupant Classification System (OCS) automatically turns the front passenger fro

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyremain illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated.When the OCS senses that the

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle's seat belt, or seat belt and lower a

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe 56 indicator lamp is located in the center console.1 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lampThe 56 in

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test Occupant Classification SystemAfter turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pre

76Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAlways fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure all of your passengers are properly re

77Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GUSE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY앫 Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other

78Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEnhanced seat belt reminder systemWhen the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate f

ContentsAt the gas station ... 312Refueling... 312Check regularly and before a long tr

79Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts are equipped with emergen-cy tensioning d

80Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyActive head restraintsThe active front seat head restraints are in-tended to offer the driver and front passen-ger

81Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyRoll barsThe roll bars are integrated into the rear head restraints.The roll bars raise automatically in an acci-d

82Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren in the vehicleIf an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle:왘 Secure the child using an infa

83Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GNever release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor

84Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be serious-ly injured or even killed i

85Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChild seat anchors – LATCH-typeThis vehicle is equipped with two LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) ty

86Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear side window operationYou can block the rear side window operation (for instance when you have chi

87Safety and SecurityPanic alarm왔 Panic alarm1  buttonActivating왘 Press and hold button  for at least 1 second. An audible alarm and flashing exteri

88Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫 ABS (Antilock Brake Sys

ContentsReplacing SmartKey batteries... 425SmartKey / SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*... 426Replacing bulbs ...

89Safety 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

90Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBASThe Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, th

91Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the "Practical hints" section (컄 page 372) and (컄 page 380).Warning! GN

92Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsElectronic traction systemThe electronic traction system is a component of ESP®.The electronic traction sys

93Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe ESP® switch is located on the center console.1 ESP® switch왘 With the engine running, press ESP® switch

94Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsWhen you switch off the ESP®앫 the ESP® does not stabilize the vehicle앫 the engine output is not limited, wh

95Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activat

96Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming the alarm systemThe indicator lamp is in the center console.1 Indicator lamp왘 Lock the vehicle with the

97Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory functionLightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityClimate cont

98Controls in detailIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment installed in your vehicle.