Mercedes-Benz CL Class Coupe, 2005 CL Coupe Quick Tips

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Mercedes-Benz and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions.

However, it is not intended as a substitute for your Operator’s Manual.

For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Operator’s Manual and other warning labels in your car.

SAFETY REMINDERS

Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with many safety engineering features, including front, side and window curtain air bags for driver and front seat passenger; side and window curtain air bags for rear seat passengers. Air bags do not replace your seat belts; they supplement the protection offered by seat belts.

Air bags can help protect you in a severe frontal collision and in certain side impacts, but they do not provide protection in any other kind of collision. Always make sure you and your passengers wear safety belts.

Warning: The forces of a deploying air bag can cause serious or fatal injury to a child under age 13. A child under 13 must be seated in the rear seat, belted into an appropriate, properly installed child restraint. If the child must be transported in the front passenger seat, the child must be belted into an appropriate BabySmart™compatible child seat, which will deactivate the front passenger front air bag if the child seat is properly installed; see Operator’s Manual for additional warnings and information on air bags, seat belts and child seats.

MAINTENANCE REMINDERS

Please contact your Mercedes-Benz dealer or the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center with any questions you may have about your vehicle. We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.

Body repairs/paintwork

Due to the innovative materials and assembly procedures used in the production of the CL-Class, paintwork and body repairs should be performed only by a facility which is certiﬁed and recommended by MBUSA. Please call 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES for additional details.

Mercedes-Benz

Customer Assistance Center

1-800-FOR-MERCEDES

1-800-367-6372

is a trademark of Calcar, made in USA / 8

MC-04-604

Quick Tips Mercedes-Benz CL Class Coupe page 1

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Revised February 18, 2005

All illustrations and speciﬁcations contained in Quick Tips®are based on the latest product information available at time of publication. BabySmart™ is a trademark of

Siemens Automotive Company. Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in color, material, equipment, speciﬁcations and models.

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1. Air bag

2. Memory buttons, see Seats

3. Power seat controls, see Seats

4. Power mirror controls,

see Windows/Mirrors

5. Parking brake release

Pull to release

6. Exterior light switch,

see Stalks/Lights

7. Headlamp washing button

Press to wash headlamps

8. Cruise control, see Stalk Controls

9. Gear shifter buttons**,

see Drivetrain

10. Horn

11. Voice control stalk for audio/ cellular phone*,

see Multi-function Controls

12. Multi-function steering wheel controls, see Multi-function Controls

13. Overhead console,

see Overhead Console

14. Tele Aid emergency call button

15. Auto dimming mirror

16. Center console switches: Rear window sunshade Parktronic* Active Body Control (ABC) Level control setting Central locking Hazard warning ﬂashers Central unlocking Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Rear seat head restraints control Anti-towaway

see Center Console

17. Power window controls

18. Cockpit Management and Data system, see COMAND Manual

19. Keyless Go*, see Drivetrain

20. BabySmart™ front passenger front air bag deactivation light,

see Child Seats

21. Cupholders

see Tele Aid/Armrest

22. Tele Aid buttons

Roadside assistance/information, see Tele Aid/Armrest

23. Distronic switches*,

see Center Console

24. Gear selector lever, see Drivetrain

25. Ashtray/lighter

26. Climate control panel,

see Climate Controls

27. Steering wheel adjustment,

see Stalks/Lights

28. Combination switch: Turn signals/high beams/ washer/wiper, see Stalk Controls

29. Parking brake pedal

30. Hood release

Pull to open hood partially

31. Trunk release

DRIVER’S VIEW

DRIVER’S

VIEW

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

**CL55 AMG and CL65 AMG

1 16

6 753 4

SRS

AIRBAG

151413

25 24

+D-

2930

1108 99 1211

3 12

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WARNING LIGHTS

INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT

PANEL

INSTRUMENT

PANEL

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

1. Coolant temperature gauge

If needle in red zone, turn off engine immediately or as soon as possible; check coolant level only when engine is cold

2. Fuel gauge

23.2 gallon tank

8. Odometer

9. Trip odometer

10. Outside temperature display

11. Instrument panel lighting knob

Press in/out, then rotate clockwise to increase light intensity

16. Reset button

Press to clear (9), (19), (18); also press to activate instrument cluster when key is OFF

17. Always fasten seat belts

18. Multi-function display,

see Multi-function Display, and S/CL COMAND System Quick Tips

19. Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System indicator

Indicates regular maintenance service intervals See Maintenance Booklet

Displays days/miles to next service, also days/miles past due

Contact your Mercedes-Benz Dealer for an appointment

3. Turn signals/hazard warning

4. Speedometer

5. Tachometer

6. Clock

To set: See S/CL COMAND System Quick Tips®, System Settings tab

7. Transmission position/mode

12. Fuel reserve

Approximately 2.9 gallons remaining when light comes on, blinking light indicates fuel cap not installed correctly

13. ESP

Flashing light =

System operating,

adjust speed and driving style to road conditions

Steady light =

System deactivated,

see Center Console

14. Antilock Brake System (ABS)

ABS malfunction, normal brake function only (no ABS); MercedesBenz Center inspection required

15. High beams

20. Engine malfunction indicator

Fuel injection/emission control system malfunction; Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required; or fuel cap not fully tightened

21. Brake warning

Parking brake on/low ﬂuid level

22. Supplemental Restraint System

Air bag malfunction, unintended air bag deployment or failure to deploy possible; Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required immediately

23. Distronic warning*

Lamp lights and audible warning sounds to signal danger of collision

24. Tire pressure monitor

One or more tires may have a loss of air pressure

CHECK ENGINE

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

1/2

120

21 20

1/1

mph km/h

332121 513 234

100

140

120

160

180

200

120

220

240

260

140

160

x1000 1/min

10:00

14 15

8 1719 1810 679

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MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY

MULTI-FUNCTION

DISPLAY

MULTI-FUNCTION

DISPLAY

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

Coolant temperature

Malfunction of cooling fan/fan belt; Pull over and shut off engine if STOP, ENGINE OFF appears on display

ESP Electronic Stability Program

Multi-function display will identify type of ESP malfunction

Entry position

Seat/mirrors/steering wheel moving to driving position

Door open SmartKey

Multi-function display will identify type of SmartKey malfunction

Function not available*

Indicates vehicle is not equipped with a telephone

Air ﬁlter

Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

Active Body Control

Multi-function display will identify type of Active Body Control malfunction

Warning: If secondary message STOP, CAR TOO LOW appears, do not drive vehicle

Tele Aid malfunction

Multi-function display will identify type of Tele Aid system malfunction; Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

Tire pressure monitor*

One or more tires may have a loss of air pressure

Engine oil level

Multi-function display will identify type of engine oil malfunction

Display defective

Information relayed to display is not complete/accurate; MercedesBenz Center inspection required

ABC

Parking brake

Release parking brake

Lamp sensor

Multi-function display will identify type of lamp malfunction

Battery/Alternator

Battery discharging; Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

Brake pad wear

Pads worn down; Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

Reserve fuel

The fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark; refuel at next gas station

Check engine

Multi-function display will identify type of malfunction; Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

CHECK ENGINE

Cruise control

Cruise control or Distronic* malfunction; Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

Seat backrest not locked

Pull over in a safe place and lock backrest in place

Engine hood open

Close hood

Distronic* malfunction

Multi-function display will identify type of Distronic malfunction

Brake Assist

Brake Assist System malfunctioning; normal brake function only (no BAS); Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

P Gear selector lever in park position

Place gear selector lever in position P (vehicles equipped with Keyless Go*)

FAULT/WARNING MESSAGES

Fault/warning messages for various vehicle systems are displayed on the multi-function display; some messages can be cleared using the ® button. Tele Aid status messages also appear in the multi-function display

Warning: All fault/warning messages should be addressed as soon as possible

Mercedes-Benz

Maintenance System indicator

Indicates regular maintenance service intervals Displays days/miles to next service, also days/miles past due

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

Trunk open

Brake ﬂuid

Brake ﬂuid low, do not drive; MercedesBenz Center inspection required

Washer ﬂuid

Check washer ﬂuid level

Coolant

Check coolant level

Warning: To avoid possible personal injury, check only when engine is cool

Antilock Brake System

Multi-function display will identify type of ABS malfunction; MercedesBenz Center inspection required

Seat belt system

Seat belt system malfunction; Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

MULTI-FUNCTION

DISPLAY

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To access multi-function selection: Press (2) or

(6)

to scroll menus then press (4 or 5) to scroll pages

1. Multi-function steering wheel

Operates audio system, telephone*, trip odometer and selected system option settings using the steering wheel controls

The multi-function display (3) changes dependent on the function being accessed

For information on operating the audio system, telephone* or navigation system, see the COMAND System manual or COMAND System Quick Tips

2. Next system: Press to scroll

forward through all the systems

3. Multi-function display

Displays information based on buttons activated on multi-function steering wheel or information the vehicle communicates to the driver

4. Next display: Press to scroll

then access the next display in the system

5. Previous display: Press

to access the previous display in the system

6. Previous system: Press to

scroll back through all the systems

7. Volume-up: Press to increase

volume/select option

8. Volume-down: Press to

decrease volume/select option

9. Call Pick up: Press to accept

incoming call/place call

10. Hangup: Press to hang up/

reject call, including Tele Aid and

11. Voice control stalk for audio/ phone function*

To activate: Tap lever rearward To deactivate: Tap lever forward See Voice Recognition Operation Guide

For individual settings controlled by multi-function steering wheel,

see Operator’s Manual

To change multi-function settings:

Press (2) or (6) repeatedly until SETTINGS appears in display; press (4 or 5) until the desired setting menu appears in display; press (7 or 8) to select or move highlighted display (this changes settings within the selected menu)

To reset all submenus to factory settings: Press (2) or (6) repeatedly until SETTINGS appears in display; Press reset button on instrument panel for 3 seconds; request to press the reset button again to conﬁrm appears in display; press reset button again to conﬁrm all submenus are reset to factory settings

MULTI-FUNCTION STEERING WHEEL

MULTI-FUNCTION

CONTROLS

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

MULTI-FUNCTION

CONTROLS

STATION SEARCH

USING

1 4

5 2

FREQUENCY MEMORY

SRS

AIRBAG

7 8 9

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Standing (parking), side markers, tail lights, license plate and instrument panel lights on plus low or high beam on (yellow indicator lights)

Front fog lights: Pull out to ﬁrst detent with standing (parking), side marker, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights and/or low beam headlights on (green indicator lights)

Front and rear fog lights: Pull out to second detent (orange indicator lights)

Tip: Fog lights not operational with headlamp switch in Auto position

Headlamp washers

Night security illumination

With exterior lamp switch in AUTO position, exterior lights can be set to switch on from 0 (off) to 60 seconds after exiting, see Multi-function Controls

Warning: Driver is responsible for control of vehicle lights; switch on lights manually if necessary

STALK CONTROLS

STALK

CONTROLS

STALKS/

LIGHTS

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

OFF

RESUME

A. High beams on/off: Push forward

to detent/pull back

B. To ﬂash high beams: Pull rearward

and release

C. Turn signals right/left: Move lever

up/down

D. Windshield washers/wipers: Push

brieﬂy for one wipe, no washer ﬂuid; use only when windshield is wet

E. Windshield wiper:

0 = Wiper off I = Intermittent; rain sensor adjusts wipers to rain intensity; always keep wipers off (0 position) in dry conditions or damage may occur II = Normal speed III = Fast speed

Operates above approximately 20 mph A. To set speed: Accelerate to desired

speed and lift lever up brieﬂy To accelerate: Hold lever up To increase speed incrementally: Brieﬂy tap lever up

B. To decelerate: Hold lever down

To decrease speed incrementally: Brieﬂy tap lever down

C. To cancel: Tap brake pedal or

tap lever forward

D. To return to preset speed (after

braking): Tap lever rearward

Tip: Incremental increase/ decrease speed changes occur in 1 mph increments

Distronic cruise control*,

In vehicles so equipped, Distronic replaces standard cruise control, see Center Console

Tip: Standing (parking) lights not operable with ignition in ON position

Exterior lights

Left/right standing (parking),

side marker and tail light on

When engine is running, daytime running headlamps are switched on (if selected in SETTINGS)

Automatically switches low beams, standing (parking), side marker, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights on/off, depending on brightness of ambient light; daytime running lamps can also be activated in this position

Standing (parking), side marker, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights on

Auto

Cruise control

Warning: Use only when trafﬁc and weather conditions permit safe operation; never use on ice or snow covered roads

Combination switch: Turn signals/ high beams/washer/wiper

Steering wheel adjustment

(Bottom stalk on steering column) A. To shorten/lengthen (telescope) the

column: Press lever toward front/rear

B. To raise/lower (tilt wheel): Press

lever up/down

Heated steering wheel*

Rotate lever (C) counterclockwise/ clockwise to activate/deactivate

Warning: Adjusting steering wheel while driving could result in an accident

Tip: To store wheel position in memory, see Seats

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

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Universal transceiver programming (Automatic door opener)

1. Turn ignition ON; press and hold

the two outside buttons (A), releasing only when indicator light (C) begins ﬂashing rapidly after 20 seconds (this erases factory-set codes)

2. Hold the end of hand-held remote (B)

2 to 5 inches away from the HomeLink

surface (A)

HomeLink

System

1. Power windows

For “Express” open/close: Press / portion of switch past resistance point and release (rear windows do not have Express close capability)

To interrupt: Tap switch To partially open/close: Press /

portion of switch to resistance point, release at desired position

Outside mirror control

To adjust: Press (3)/(4) to select driver side/passenger side; press (5) to adjust left/right/up/down

To fold mirrors out/in: Press (6)/(7)

Tip: Fold mirrors in before driving through automatic car wash

Tip: To store mirror positions in memory, see Seats

2. Rear window switch override

To lock out rear window switches: Slide switch to right

To activate rear window switches: Slide switch to left

Tip: Driver-side exterior mirror and interior rear view mirror have automatic dimming to reduce glare except when gear selector lever is in Reverse

Tip: Exterior mirrors have automatic heaters activated by outside temperature

3. Using both hands, simultaneously

push hand-held remote button (B) and desired HomeLink®button (D or E or F) indicator light (C) will ﬂash, ﬁrst slowly then rapidly; release buttons only when indicator light changes from a slow to a

rapid ﬂash Programming is now complete Repeat these steps to program the

remaining buttons (D or E or F)

Operation

Operation: Turn ignition ON; press button (D or E or F) to open or close the door

Rolling code programming

If device does not operate after programming, it may have a rolling code

See Operator’s Manual for instructions on rolling code programming

Reprogramming a single HomeLink

button

1. Press and hold HomeLink®button

(D or E or F) to be reprogrammed; do not release until step (3) is complete

2. When HomeLink

light (C) starts ﬂashing slowly, position hand-held new remote (B) 2-5 inches from the HomeLink®surface (A)

3. Press and hold remote button (B)

until light (C) changes from slow to fast blink; release both buttons

If you experience programming difﬁculties, See Operator’s Manual or call Customer Assistance Center 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES

WINDOWS/MIRRORS

WINDOWS/

MIRRORS

HOMELINK

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

C DE F

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CENTER CONSOLE SWITCHES

CENTER

CONSOLE

CENTER

CONSOLE

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

3. Active Body Control (ABC)

Press to set suspension range for sporty driving style; light in switch goes on

Press to set suspension range for regular driving style; light in switch goes out

4. Rear seat head restraints

To fold down: Press brieﬂy To raise: Press and hold

5. Hazard warning ﬂasher

To activate/deactivate: Press

6. Central locking

To lock/unlock all doors and trunk: Press switches, see Locks

7. Rear window sunshade

To raise/lower: Press and release

1. ESP OFF switch

If system is on, increases traction and stability on slippery surfaces

Tip: System automatically on when engine started

To cancel: Press

indicator in speedometer illuminates When canceled, a portion of the system remains active allowing a locked differential effect which may provide assistance when driving with snow chains or starting off in snow, sand or gravel To reactivate complete system: Press switch

Tip: A portion of ESP system remains active with switch off; if indicator in speedometer ﬂashes, adjust driving to road conditions

ESP

OFF

8. Anti-towaway

Activates alarm if vehicle is towed or moved

To deactivate: Press switch

Tip: Sensor automatically reactivates the next time vehicle is locked with SmartKey

9. Parktronic*

Press to turn off/on, helps maneuvering in conﬁned spaces by monitoring approximately 40 inches in front/48 inches in rear of car; active below approximately 10 mph; LED indicators on center dash, left dash, and in rear passenger light illuminate, followed by audible signal if obstacle detected

10. COMAND system, see

COMAND System Manual

Caution: light ﬂashing = adjust speed and driving style to road conditions Tip: If ESP indicator comes on (and stays on), a malfunction has been detected, Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

2. Level control switch

Three level options are available: Normal: Lights in switch are off Raise level, option 1: One switch

light on; use when road conditions are rough and must be used when driving with snow chains

Raise level, option 2: Both switch lights on; use when road conditions are very rough for increased clearance

Press switch to raise/lower suspension level

11. Ashtray/Cigarette lighter

12. BabySmart™ front passenger front air bag deactivation light,

see Child Seats

13. Distronic acoustic warning switch*

14. Distronic thumbwheel*

Turn forward/backward to set distance range

WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and warnings thoroughly before using Distronic controls

15. Keyless Go engine start/stop button*, see Drivetrain

16. Mode selector**, see Drivetrain

OFF

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

**CL55 AMG and CL65 AMG

97 3 2 6 5 6 1 4 8

AUDIO SAT

NAV MAP

TEL SERV

- SEEK SEEK +

PWR

MUTERPT EJECT END SEND

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PASS

AIR BAG

OFF

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CLIMATE CONTROLS

CLIMATE

CONTROLS

CLIMATE

CONTROLS

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

Center air vent temperature control

Automatic mode: Turn thumbwheel (14) to A. Indicator lamp lights; air ﬂow and temperature for center vents is automatically adjusted

To lower temperature: Turn thumbwheel toward blue area

Outboard vents (15) and center vents (3) fully open

To open: Turn thumbwheels outward (side vents) or upward (center vents)

Press left/right buttons (1) to engage automatic mode

Tips: Temperatures higher/lower than 72°F can be set by pressing buttons (4); manually changing temperature setting does not take system out of automatic operation

AUTO

REST

AUTO AUTO

712 54 4 9 11

6 8 1013

3 32

1516

15 16

16 16

OFF

To close center vents, turn thumbwheel downward

To close side vents, turn thumbwheels inwards

Move tabs (16) left/right, up/ down to direct air ﬂow

The system will not heat or cool any quicker by setting a higher or lower temperature; the temperature selected is reached as quickly as possible

Dual climate controls

Allow driver and front passenger to set temperature and air ﬂow distribution to the various ﬂoor, dash and windshield vents individually

The automatic climate control system provides fully automatic or manual override control

To switch on/off: Press (11)

1. AUTO (AUTOMATIC OPERATION)

In this mode the system automatically determines air ﬂow distribution and volume for optimum efﬁciency

The following settings are recommended for consistent year-round comfortable cabin temperatures

1. Air distribution buttons

2. Airﬂow thumbwheels

3. Center dash vents

4. Temperature controls

5. Automatic/manual air volume switch

6. Windshield defrost

7. Air recirculation

8. Rear window defroster

9. Economy mode

10. Residual heat

11. On/Off

12. Activated charcoal ﬁlter

13. Display

14. Temperature thumbwheel

15. Side vent

16. Vent adjustment tabs

REST

AUTO

OFF

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MANUAL OPERATION

Automatic operation provides optimal system efﬁciency; overriding automatic operation is only recommended for unusual conditions or for short durations

Tip: For most conditions, leave vents (3) and (15) in same settings as for automatic operation

1. Manual air distribution

Press: button (1), button pops out, symbols illuminate

Rotate (1) to select

Air to face Air to windshield and face Air to face and ﬂoor

Air to windshield, face and ﬂoor

Window defogging

Make sure system is not in recirculated air mode, (7) is not illuminated, then press left and right AUTO buttons (1), adjust manual air distribution buttons until air is directed upward; move tabs (16) on side vents (15) to direct air upward and rotate side vent thumbwheels outward, press (6)

7. Air recirculation

Prevents most dust and odors from entering the vehicle: Press on/off

Tip: Air recirculation will remain activated only for 5 minutes if outside temperature is less than 40°F or if economy mode is selected and for 30 minutes if outside temperature is greater than 40°F

4. Temperature controls

To decrease/increase temperature: Press side of (4); temperature is displayed by number and bar graph

5. Manual air volume switch

Seven manual blower speed steps are available or push in center to activate automatic mode To decrease/increase air volume: Press side of (5); bar graph in display shows fan speed chosen

6. Windshield defrost

Press for automatic defrost; provides dry, heated air to windshield

Tip: Move tabs (16) on side vents (15) to direct air upward and rotate side vent thumbwheels outward to assist in defrosting side windows

8. Rear window defroster

Press on/off; shuts off automatically after 6-17 minutes

9. Economy mode

Provides automatic operation except air conditioning compressor is shut off; use to save fuel or when only fresh, uncooled air is desired To turn compressor off/on: Press (9)/press again

10. Residual heating

With engine off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate interior for a short while, depending on temperature setting of automatic climate control To activate: Ignition key must be OFF, then press To deactivate: Press ; also deactivated if ignition key turned ON System automatically shuts off after 30 minutes or if battery voltage is low

REST

12. Activated charcoal ﬁlter

In addition to an electrostatic ﬁlter, your car has an activated charcoal filter to reduce bad odors and remove many pollutants from air entering the vehicle: Press on/off

System automatically switches to recirculation air mode (7) if carbon monoxide or nitric oxides in air exceed a predetermined level; when pollution drops below the threshold value, the system switches off the recirculation air mode and returns to fresh air mode

Tip: Switch off charcoal ﬁlter if windows fog up or if passenger compartment needs to be quickly heated or cooled down

CLIMATE CONTROLS

CLIMATE

CONTROLS

CLIMATE

CONTROLS

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

3 316

REST

AUTO AUTO

OFF

6 8 13 10

1 12 7 1954 4 11

REST

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LOCKS

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

LOCKS/ELECTRONIC SMARTKEY

LOCKS

4. Trunk

To unlock trunk: Press and hold (4) until lid is released

Electronic trunk closer*

To close: Press button on interior door molding or inside trunk lid

5. Panic alarm

Press (5) for at least one second; lights blink and horn sounds for approximately 3 minutes; press (5) again or insert key in ignition to deactivate alarm

6. Battery check lamp

Light ﬂashes brieﬂy when transmitting if battery is okay

Warning: Extended range of remote control makes it possible to accidentally lock/unlock vehicle by pressing (2) or (3)

1. Remote/master key

Electronic SmartKey (1) operates ignition, doors, trunk, fuel ﬁller door Mechanical key (9) operates driver’s door and glove box only To use mechanical key: Move lock (7) down and slide key (9) out

2. Lock

Aim remote at vehicle, press (2), turn signals blink three times

3. Unlock Selective unlocking Aim remote at vehicle, press (3) once to unlock driver’s door and

fuel ﬁller door, press twice to unlock all doors, fuel ﬁller door

and trunk; turn signals blink once

Global unlocking Aim remote at vehicle, press (3) once to unlock all doors, fuel ﬁller

door and trunk; turn signals blink once

Reprogramming selective/ global unlocking

Press (2) and (3) simultaneously for 5 seconds to reprogram remote control to opposite of its current setting; battery check lamp (6) blinks twice to indicate reprogramming completed

Tip: If within 40 seconds of unlocking with remote control, no door is opened, the key is not inserted in the ignition or the central locking switch is not activated, the vehicle automatically locks again

External windows/ sunroof operation

To open/close windows and sunroof from outside: Aim transmitter eye (8) at either front door receiver, continue to press (3)/(2) after unlocking/locking car; windows and sunroof begin to open/close after approximately 1 second

To interrupt opening/closing, release button (3)/(2)

Central locking system

The vehicle may be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch

To lock: Press To unlock: Press

Drive-away central locking

To activate/deactivate feature: Access function using multi-function steering wheel, see Multi-function Controls

When activated, doors and trunk lock at speeds of approximately 9 mph or higher

Tip: If doors are unlocked with central locking switch after automatic central locking is activated, and no door is opened, doors remain unlocked even at speeds of 9 mph or higher

Trunk lock

0. Neutral

Push to open

1. Unlocking

Tip: Press and hold trunk lock for a minimum of 20 seconds after calling Tele Aid†Response Center to initiate remote door unlock

†

Provided account for service, airtime and connection charges are active with Response Center and cellular/GPS coverage is available

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

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Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

CHILD

SEATS

Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in the back seats using regular seat belts. Size-appropriate booster seats* may be used to obtain proper belt positioning. See Operator’s Manual for additional information.

Front passenger front and side air bags deploy only if the passenger seat is occupied. Head Protection Curtain will deploy even if front passenger seat is unoccupied. Heavy objects on the front passenger seat can cause the front passenger front and side impact air bags to deploy in a crash. Only the side impact air bags and Head Protection Curtain on the impacted side of the vehicle deploy. See Operator’s Manual for additional warnings and information on air bags, seat belts and child seats.

Self test WITHOUT special child seat installed

Turn ignition key to position 1 or 2;

indicator lamp located on center console comes on for approximately 6 seconds

If light does not come on or is continuously lit without a special child seat installed, Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required before using BabySmart™-compatible child seat

Warning: Indicator lamp must light when the BabySmart™ compatible child seat is installed for it to be safe for the child to be seated in the restraint. If it is not illuminated with the BabySmart™ child seat installed, do not transport the child in the front passenger seat.

PASS AIR BAG

OFF

PASS AIR BAG

OFF

Mercedes-Benz child seats*

Children under 13 must never ride in the front seat, except in the M-B authorized BabySmart™-compatible child seat. Otherwise they may be struck by the air bag when it inﬂates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.

To prevent this, the BabySmart™ seat automatically signals the car to turn off the passenger’s front air bag whenever the seat is properly installed. Three BabySmart™ seats are available: Infant, Toddler, Booster.

See your Mercedes-Benz Center for more information on BabySmart™ child seats.

Warning: The back seat is the safest place for infants and children. Size-appropriate child restraints should always be used.

LOCKS

Steering lock

0. Key can be

removed only with gear selector lever in P and foot off the brake pedal

1. Steering unlocked

2. Driving position

3. Starting position Starting engine

Brieﬂy turn electronic SmartKey clockwise to the stop and release immediately; “Touch Start” takes over, automatically starting the engine without the need for the driver to hold the key until the engine runs If equipped with Keyless Go*, see Drivetrain

Tip: If engine refuses to run, turn key completely to the left before repeating starting procedure

Start lock-out

To activate: Remove key from ignition, engine cannot be started To deactivate: Insert ignition key and turn to position 2

Tip: If START-ERROR appears in odometer, system fault; contact Mercedes-Benz Center for SmartKey evaluation Warning: If electronic SmartKey is left in ignition for 30 minutes or longer in position 0, it can’t be turned; remove SmartKey from lock and reinsert Warning: To prevent draining the battery, do not leave electronic SmartKey in ignition, even in lock position 0

LOCKS

Manual door locks

To lock each door from inside: Push lock button down

Tips: Driver’s door can be locked only when it is closed

In the event of remote control battery failure, mechanical key of SmartKey will still open driver’s door, trunk and glove box

Anti-theft

The anti-theft alarm system is automatically armed/disarmed whenever the vehicle’s doors or trunk are locked/ unlocked by remote; a ﬂashing light (A) on switch indicates system is armed If alarm is triggered and on for more than 20 seconds, system will initiate a Tele Aid†call to Response Center

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Provided account for service, airtime and

connection charges are active with Response Center and cellular/GPS coverage is available

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

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To increase/decrease lateral support: Press button (3) right/left to increase/decrease

To activate massage function press button (4); indicator light on switch lights when active

SEATS

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

Warnings: Seat belts should be worn at all times; children should be secured in child restraints properly installed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions

Air bags are supplemental and do not replace seat belt usage

Warning: All front seat occupants should be as far back as possible consistent with proper vehicle operation

Dynamic multicontour backrest*

Switches located on outboard side of front seat cushions

Seats have built-in air cushions that can be inﬂated/deﬂated by region

To adjust position of lumbar and spinal curve: Press desired cushion switches (1)

To adjust center section press cushion switches (2)

Memory System

Switches located in doors Driver’s seat: Three settings for seat/head restraint/steering wheel/ exterior mirrors/rearview mirror can be stored in memory

Front passenger’s seat: Three settings for seat and head restraint can be stored

Warning: Adjusting seat and steering wheel while driving could result in loss of vehicle control

To store settings: Adjust all storable items, press button (H), release, within 3 seconds press desired position switch (G)

To recall settings: Press desired position switch (G) and hold until all movement stops

Releasing button before movement stops will stop seat movement

Power front seats

Switches located in doors

A = Seat: fore/aft B = Seat height C = Seat angle D = Backrest angle E = Head restraint height F = Seat cushion depth in/out G = Memory position buttons H = Memory store button

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Heated/ventilated seats

1. Front left/right seat heater

To heat quickly: Press once (two lights on), press again until desired heating level is reached

To turn off: Press (1) until all lights are off or automatically shuts off in approximately 30 minutes

2. Active ventilated seats*

To operate: Press once for highest ventilation level (3 blue lights on)

Press twice for middle ventilation level (2 blue lights on)

Press 3 times for lowest ventilation level (1 blue light on)

To turn off: Press until all lights are off

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

Lumbar support

Switches located on outboard side of front seat cushions

To increase/decrease support: Rotate thumbwheel forward/rearward

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PULSE

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TELE AID/ ARMREST

OVERHEAD CONSOLE SWITCHES

OVERHEAD

CONSOLE

3. Xenon front reading light switches

On/off: Press switch

4. Rear interior lights

On/off: Press switch

5. HomeLink

Universal Transceiver

To program, see HomeLink

6. SOS Emergency call button

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System will automatically place call to monitoring service which can call for help if air bag or emergency tensioning devices are deployed.

Driver/passenger can also place call manually; when contact is established between vehicle and Response Center, the Response Center will determine nature of emergency and notify appropriate authorities

To activate: Press cover to expose button and press button for 2 seconds

SOS

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1. Glass sunroof

To open/close: Press and hold switch to detent until sunroof reaches desired position; release switch

To express open/close: Push past detent and release

To raise/lower rear of sunroof: Push up/pull down

To express raise/lower rear of sunroof: Push past detent then release

2. Interior lighting (door controlled)

Lights switch on/off (delayed) when front doors are opened/ closed, vehicle is unlocked/locked or electronic key is removed/inserted: Press rocker switch to central position

To deactivate: Press back of switch To manually turn on front interior lights:

Press front of rocker switch to

7. Roadside Assistance button

†

(located inside front armrest) Press to connect with Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance: Automatically sends vehicle location to roadside assistance operator

When contact is established, vehicle occupants can notify operator of type of assistance needed, including remote door unlock and diagnostics

8. Information button

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(located inside front armrest) Provides a direct connection with vehicle location and vehicle operator information to Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center for vehicle information, general information, operator-assisted route guidance and concierge service

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Provided account for service, airtime and connection charges are

active with Response Center and cellular/GPS coverage is available

Armrest/console

To access storage compartments: Press button (9) and lift lid

To open cupholders: Press cover (10), then press the silver button to unfold cupholder; for an additional cupholder press the silver triangle

To close cupholders: Fold cupholders to left, then press rectangular button and press left/down into compartment

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DRIVETRAIN

Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

D = Drive

Normal driving position; transmission starts in ﬁrst and shifts up to ﬁfth gear for optimum economy

Mode selector switch (1) S = Sport mode

Transmission starts in ﬁrst gear

C = Comfort mode

Transmission starts in second gear, unless ﬁrst gear manually selected and upshifts occur at lower engine speeds

M = Manual mode**

Manual gear shifting

Tip: Upshifting may be temporarily delayed during cold weather starting to allow the catalytic converter to reach operating temperature quicker and provide faster heating

Caution: Shifting down to lower gear may cause skidding on slippery surface Caution: When parking, always use parking brake; also set vehicle in Park, take your keys and lock the vehicle; failure to do so could result in your vehicle moving unintentionally

Emergency mode

If vehicle exhibits sluggish acceleration or transmission refuses to shift, the transmission is most likely operating in Limp Home Mode, which engages when there is a transmission malfunction In this mode only second gear or reverse can be activated, to engage second gear or reverse: Stop vehicle, move gear selector lever to park, turn off engine, wait 10 seconds, restart engine, select drive (only second gear functions) or reverse

shifter button for downshifts, right shifter button for upshifts

In Sport and Comfort modes, the steering-wheel button operates the Touch Shift gear control feature

The MANUAL button activates manual program

In manual program, automatic gearshifts only occur when needed upon full throttle to protect engine from over-revving, and to select 1st gear when vehicle stops

You can make gear changes using gear selector lever while in manual program

Reverse and neutral are only selectable via gear selector lever

Tip: With manual program selected, automatic gearshifts may occur to protect engine from over-revving

Keyless Go system*

Lock/unlock and start/stop engine When the driver is carrying the SmartKey, it is only necessary to grasp either door handle or push the trunk lock to unlock them To start the engine using Keyless Go: With key inside vehicle; step on the brake pedal and brieﬂy press the start/ stop button (2) on the gear selector lever To shut off the engine (with gear selector lever in park “P”) press button (2) until engine stops To unlock vehicle grasp either door handle (press trunk lock to open trunk) To lock vehicle push button on either door handle or trunk To close all windows and sunroof: Press button on either door handle until windows and sunroof close

Touch Shift gear control

Manual-style gear selection is available by pressing gear selector lever right/ left while in Drive To engage: Shift into Drive (D), brieﬂy press lever left (–), to allow transmission to shift from current gear range to next lower gear range; press and hold lever to right (+) to shift from current gear directly to Drive Brieﬂy press lever left (–), transmission downshifts one gear at a time; press and hold lever to left (–), transmission will only shift down one gear if range currently selected is already in highest possible gear

CL55 AMG Steering-wheel gearshift with manual program*

Gear changes are made via steeringwheel gearshift buttons on rear of the upper steering-wheel spokes, left

Gear selector lever locking system

Key is removable from ignition lock only with gear selector lever in P position; lever can only be moved from P with key in

ignition lock and brake pedal depressed

Tip: Ignition key cannot be removed from lock while foot is on brake pedal

P = Park

Start vehicle in this position Never engage when moving

R = Reverse

Never engage when moving

N = Neutral

No gear engaged; engine can be started in this position

DRIVETRAIN

*Standard and optional equipment will vary

**CL55 AMG and CL65 AMG

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PASS

AIR BAG

OFF

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REAR CONTROLS

REAR

CONTROLS

TRUNK

Rear armrest

To fold down: Pull strap (1) To open storage: Press (3), pull up lid

4. Center air outlets

5. Air volume control

6. Window switches

7. Rear head restraint switch

Cupholders

To open: Push front of sliding compartment (2); cupholder slides out

To close: Push sliding compartment (2) back until it engages

Trunk

Lift mat to expose cover

1. Battery

2. Tools

3. Spare tire

Spare tire/rim life limited to 12,000 miles

4. Jack

5. Compact disc changer

Trunk lid emergency release

The emergency release button (6) is located in the trunk lid Brieﬂy press emergency release button: The trunk unlocks and the trunk lid opens

Note: The emergency release button will unlock and open the trunk while vehicle is in motion or at standstill Important! The emergency trunk lid release button (6) does not open the trunk lid, if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected

Illumination of the emergency release button (6):

The button will blink for 30 minutes after opening the trunk

The button will blink for 60 minutes after closing the trunk

Electronic trunk closer*

Press (7) switch on trunk lid to close automatically, you can also close trunk lid using remote switch on driver’s door, red indicator light indicates trunk lid is open

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UNDER HOOD

UNDER

HOOD

1. Windshield and headlamp washer reservoir

Fill with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” plus water when temperature is above freezing or Washer Concentrate “S” plus premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze when temperature is below freezing

2. Engine coolant reservoir

Coolant should reach top of tab inside ﬁller neck when coolant is cold

Warning: Removing cap while hot can result in personal injury

3. Fuse box (fuse chart in trunk)

4. Engine oil ﬁller cap

5. Engine oil dipstick

Check with car level and engine off and at normal operating temperature; underﬁlling and overﬁlling could cause severe engine damage

Tip: CL600/CL65 engine not equipped with oil dipstick; oil level checked via Multi-function display

6. Hood latch

Pull inside hood release, then pull (6)

7. Brake ﬂuid reservoir

Fill with MB (DOT 4+) brake ﬂuid

Tips: Battery is located in trunk Automatic transmission does not have a dipstick

Maintenance/tips

Maintenance should be done based on intervals recommended by MercedesBenz Maintenance System indicator message displayed in multi-function display and requirements speciﬁed in maintenance booklet. For detailed information, refer to your Maintenance Booklet. Use only fuels, coolants, lubricants, and genuine Mercedes-Benz parts tested and recommended by Mercedes-Benz; refer to Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center

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CL500

CL55 AMG

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Break-in period

First 1,000 miles: Drive at moderate and varying road and engine speeds Avoid full throttle, excessive engine speeds or kick-down of transmission After 1,000 miles: Speeds may be gradually increased to permissible maximum

Tire economy and tips

Maintain correct front and rear alignment Maintain correct tire pressure, check pressure when tires are cold Rotate tires and check balance based on degree of tire wear and recommendation of tire manufacturer Spare tire/rim life limited to 12,000 miles

Tips: A tire pressure recommendation table is located inside fuel ﬁller door See Operator’s Manual for important safety information regarding tires and vehicle loading

Snow tires

M+S radial-ply tires on all four wheels are recommended for winter driving

Snow chains (not included)

Snow chains should be installed only on rear tires; follow manufacturer’s mounting instructions; remove as soon as possible when driving on roads without snow

Warning: Never exceed chain manufacturer’s speciﬁed maximum speed and never drive faster than 30 mph with chains

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

ABS automatically pumps the brakes to prevent wheel lockup You may feel and hear a slight pulsing of the brake pedal; this is normal when you have reached wheel lockup threshold

Warning: Do not pump brakes; maintain constant ﬁrm pressure on brake pedal to maximize braking effectiveness

Brake Assist System (BAS)

Provides maximum power boost as soon as possible during certain emergency stops To apply continuous full braking power, do not reduce brake pedal pressure If BAS light comes on, a malfunction has occurred, Mercedes-Benz Center inspection required

Disc brake performance

While driving on wet/salted roads, it’s advisable (when safe) to apply brakes periodically to keep pads dry/clean

Gasoline

Unleaded fuel only: 91 octane Fuel tank capacity: 23.2 gallon

Warning: Overﬁlling of fuel tank may create pressure in the system, causing gas to spray out upon removing the ﬁller nozzle, which could cause personal injury

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