Mercedes-Benz CL600 Owners Manual

CL-Class Operator’s Manual

CL 500

CL 600

CL 55 AMG

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.

Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.

Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passengers , we ask you to make a small investment of time:

Please read this manual carefully, then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

Please follow the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

Please pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and occupants.

We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents

Introduction	9
		At a glance ..........................................	19		Getting started ...................................	29
Product information................................	9	Cockpit .................................................	20		Unlocking .............................................	30
Operator’s Manual ...............................	10	Instrument cluster ................................	22		Unlocking with the SmartKey .........	30
Service and Warranty Information.. 10		Multifunction steering wheel ................	24		Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*.........	32
Important notice for California		Center console .....................................	25		Adjusting ..............................................	34
retail buyers and lessees of		Upper part ......................................	25		Seats ..............................................	34
Mercedes-Benz automobiles ..........	11	Lower part ......................................	26		Steering wheel................................	39
Maintenance ..................................	12	Overhead control panel ........................	27		Mirrors............................................	40
Roadside Assistance ......................	12	Door control panel................................	28		Driving..................................................	42
Change of address or ownership....	12				Fastening the seat belts .................	42
Operating your vehicle outside					Starting the engine .........................	45
the USA or Canada.........................	13				Switching on headlamps.................	49
Where to find it ....................................	14				Turn signals and high beam ............	49
Symbols...............................................	15				Windshield wipers...........................	50
Operating safety ..................................	16				Problems while driving....................	52
Proper use of the vehicle ...............	16				Parking and locking ..............................	53
Problems with your vehicle..................	17				Parking brake .................................	54
Reporting safety defects......................	18				Switching off headlamps.................	55
Reporting safety defects ................	18				Turning off the engine.....................	55

Contents

Safety and Security ...........................	59
Occupant safety...................................	60
Airbags ...........................................	61
Seat belts .......................................	66
Children in the vehicle....................	69
Blocking of rear window operation . 75
Panic alarm ..........................................	76
Activating .......................................	76
Deactivating ...................................	76
Driving safety systems .........................	77
ABS ................................................	77
BAS ................................................	78
ESP.................................................	79
Anti-theft systems................................	82
Immobilizer.....................................	82
Anti-theft alarm system ..................	82
Tow-away alarm .............................	84

Controls in detail ...............................	87
Locking and unlocking .........................	88
SmartKey .......................................	88
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ........	91
Opening the doors from the inside. 96
Opening the trunk lid from the
outside ...........................................	96
Opening the trunk lid from the
inside .............................................	97
Closing the trunk lid .......................	98
Trunk lid opening/closing system* 98
Trunk lid emergency release ........	103
Separately locking the trunk lid ...	104
Separately unlocking the trunk lid 104
Power closing assist for doors and
trunk lid........................................	105
Automatic central locking ............	105
Locking and unlocking from the
inside ...........................................	106
Seats .................................................	107
Easy-entry/exit feature ...............	107
Removing and installing front seat
head restraints .............................	108

Rear seat head restraints.............	109
Lumbar support ...........................	111
Multicontour backrest*................	111
Seat heating.................................	113
Seat ventilation* ..........................	115
Memory function ...............................	116
Storing positions into memory .....	117
Recalling positions from memory. 117
Storing exterior rear view mirror
parking position ...........................	117
Lighting .............................................	119
Exterior lamp switch ....................	119
Combination switch .....................	123
Hazard warning flasher ................	123
Interior lighting ............................	124
Courtesy lighting..........................	125
Instrument cluster .............................	126
Instrument cluster illumination ....	126
Coolant temperature gauge .........	127
Trip odometer ..............................	127
Tachometer..................................	128
Outside temperature indicator .....	128

Contents

Control system ..................................	129
Multifunction display....................	129
Multifunction steering wheel........	130
Menus ..........................................	132
Standard display menu ................	134
AUDIO menu ................................	134
CD changer operating mode ........	137
TEL menu* ...................................	139
NAVI menu ...................................	141
Distronic* menu...........................	142
Trip computer menu.....................	143
Malfunction memory menu ..........	144
Settings menu ..............................	145
Automatic transmission .....................	157
One-touch gearshifting.................	158
Gear ranges .................................	159
Gear selector lever position .........	160
Steering wheel gearshift control
(Speedshift) CL 55 AMG...............	161
Program mode selector switch.....	163
Accelerator position .....................	163
Manual shift program CL 55 AMG	164
Emergency operation
(Limp home mode) .......................	166

Good visibility .....................................	167
Rear view mirror ...........................	167
Electrically folding exterior rear
view mirrors ..................................	169
Windshield wipers .........................	170
Headlamp cleaning system ...........	170
Sun visors .....................................	171
Rear window sunshade* ...............	172
Automatic climate control ..................	173
Setting the temperature................	176
Adjusting air distribution...............	177
Adjusting air volume .....................	178
Maximum cooling MAXCOOL ........	179
Defrosting .....................................	179
Air recirculation mode ..................	179
Charcoal filter ...............................	181
Rear window defroster..................	182
Deactivating the climate
control system ..............................	182
Air conditioning.............................	183
Residual heat and ventilation ........	183
Ventilated storage compartment
(except CL 55 AMG)......................	184
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air vents.......................	185

Power windows ..................................	186
Opening and closing the windows	186
Synchronizing the power windows 190
Sliding /pop-up roof ...........................	191
Opening and closing the
sliding /pop-up roof ......................	191
Synchronizing the sliding/
pop-up roof...................................	194
Driving systems..................................	195
Cruise control ...............................	195
Distronic* .....................................	198
Active Body Control (ABC) ............	210
Parktronic system*
(Parking assist) .............................	214
Loading ..............................................	219
Roof rack* ....................................	219
Loading instructions .....................	219
Cargo tie-down hooks...................	220

Contents

Useful features ..................................	221
Storage compartments.................	221
Ashtrays .......................................	227
Cigarette lighter ...........................	228
Heated steering wheel* ...............	228
Telephone*...................................	229
Tele Aid ........................................	230
Garage door opener .....................	238
Infrared reflecting windshield .......	244

Operation ........................................	245
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) .........	246
Driving instructions............................	247
Drive sensibly – save fuel.............	247
Drinking and driving .....................	247
Pedals ..........................................	247
Power assistance .........................	247
Brakes ..........................................	248
Driving off ....................................	249
Parking.........................................	249
Tires .............................................	250
Hydroplaning................................	251
Tire traction..................................	251
Tire speed rating ..........................	251
Winter driving instructions ...........	252
Standing water .............................	253
Passenger compartment ..............	254
Driving abroad..............................	254
Control and operation of radio
transmitters .................................	254
Catalytic converter.......................	255
Emission control ..........................	255
Coolant temperature ....................	256

At the gas station ..............................	257
Refueling......................................	257
Check regularly and before a
long trip .......................................	258
Engine compartment .........................	260
Hood ............................................	260
Engine oil .....................................	261
Transmission fluid level................	266
Active Body Control (ABC)
fluid level .....................................	266
Coolant ........................................	266
Battery .........................................	268
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system...........	269
Tires and wheels................................	270
Important guidelines ....................	270
Life of tires...................................	271
Direction of rotation.....................	271
Checking tire inflation pressure ...	271
Rotating wheels ...........................	279
Winter driving ....................................	280
Winter tires ..................................	280
Block heater (Canada only) ..........	281
Snow chains.................................	281

Contents

Maintenance......................................	282
Clearing the service indicator ......	282
Service term exceeded ................	282
Calling up the service indicator ....	283
Resetting the service indicator.....	283
Vehicle care.......................................	284
Cleaning and care of vehicle ........	284

Practical hints ..................................	291
What to do if …? .................................	292
Lamps in instrument cluster .........	292
Lamp in center console.................	298
Messages in the display................	299
Where will I find...? .............................	329
First aid kit....................................	329
Vehicle jack, vehicle tool kit,
luggage bowl, spare wheel ............	329
Unlocking/locking in an emergency...	331
Unlocking the vehicle....................	331
Locking the vehicle .......................	332
Replacing batteries in
the SmartKey/ SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO* ...............................	332
Fuel filler flap ................................	334
Opening/closing in an emergency .....	335
Sliding/pop-up roof ......................	335
Replacing bulbs ..................................	336
Bulbs.............................................	336
Replacing bulbs for front lamps ....	338
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps .....	340

Replacing wiper blades ......................	341
Removing wiper blades.................	341
Installing wiper blades ..................	342
Flat tire...............................................	343
Preparing the vehicle ....................	343
Mounting the spare wheel ............	343
Battery ...............................................	348
Disconnecting the battery ............	349
Removing the battery ...................	349
Charging and reinstalling the
battery ..........................................	349
Reconnecting the battery .............	350
Jump starting......................................	351
Towing the vehicle..............................	353
Installing towing eye bolt ..............	355
Fuses..................................................	356
Fuse boxes in passenger
compartment ................................	356
Fuse boxes in engine
compartment ................................	357
Emergency engine shut-down.......	358

Contents

Technical data..................................	359
Spare parts service ............................	360
Warranty coverage.............................	361
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet......................	361
Identification labels............................	362
Layout of poly-V-belt drive .................	363
CL 500 .........................................	363
CL 55 AMG...................................	363
CL 600 .........................................	363
Engine................................................	364
Rims and Tires ...................................	365
Same size tires .............................	366
Mixed size tires ............................	368
Spare wheel .................................	369
Electrical system................................	370
Main Dimensions and weights ...........	371
Main Dimensions..........................	371
Weights ........................................	371

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. .........	372
Capacities ....................................	372
Engine oils....................................	374
Engine oil additives ......................	374
Air conditioning refrigerant ..........	374
Brake fluid....................................	375
Premium unleaded gasoline .........	375
Fuel requirements ........................	375
Gasoline additives ........................	376
Coolants.......................................	376
Windshield and headlamp washer
system .........................................	379
Consumer information .......................	380
Uniform tire quality grading .........	380

Technical terms...............................	383
Index.................................................	389

Introduction

Product information

Product information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.

We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

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Operator’s Manual

Operator’s Manual

This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving.

For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.

Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.

The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

Service and Warranty Information

The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:

New Car Limited Warranty

Emission System Warranty

Emission Performance Warranty

California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

(California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)

State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws)

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Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of

18000 miles (approx. 29000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs:

(1)the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,

(2)the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or

(3)the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than

30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

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Maintenance

Roadside Assistance

Change of address or ownership

The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.

Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.

The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)

1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives

24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.

If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.

If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

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Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,

unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,

gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.

Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:

In the USA:

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

European Delivery Department

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

European Delivery Department

98 Vanderhoof Avenue

Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

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Where to find it

Where to find it

This Operator’s Manual is designed to provide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. For you to find information quickly each section has its own reference color:

At a glance

Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.

Getting started

Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are renting or borrowing this vehicle.

Safety and Security

Here you will find descriptions of the safety features of your vehicle.

Controls in detail

Here you will find detailed information about the equipment installed in your vehicle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes technical innovations. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.

Operation

Here you will find all the information you need for the proper operation of your vehicle.

Practical hints

This section provides fast assistance for dealing with problems you may encounter.

Technical data

All important technical data for your vehicle can be found in this section.

Indexes

The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms.

The table of contents and the index are designed to help you find information quickly and easily.

The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation:

this Operator’s Manual

the Service Booklet

Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle.

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Symbols

The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:

*Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

Warning!

G

Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others.

!

Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle.

I

Helpful hints or further information you may find useful.

Introduction

Symbols

This symbol points to instructions for you to follow.

A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure.

Page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic.

This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page.

->	In the glossary of technical
	terms, this symbol is used to in-
	dicate cross-references to term
	definitions.
DISPLAY	Words appearing in the multi-
	function display are printed in
	the type shown here.

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Operating safety

Operating safety

Warning!

G

Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle.

See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components.

Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.

Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving.

Warning!

G

Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels, for example when running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road.

Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.

Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules:

the safety precautions in this manual

the “Technical data” section in this manual

traffic rules and regulations

motor vehicle laws and safety standards

Warning!

G

Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. You should not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removal of any of these labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.

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Problems with your vehicle

Problems with your vehicle

If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:

In the USA:

Customer Assistance Center

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Customer Relations Department

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

98 Vanderhoof Avenue

Toronto, Ontario, M4G 4C9

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Reporting safety defects

Reporting safety defects

For the USA only:

The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966.”

Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Multifunction steering wheel

Center console

Overhead control panel

Door control panel

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At a glance

Cockpit

Cockpit

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	Item		Page
1	Combination switch
		Turn signals	49
		Windshield wipers	50
		High beam	123
2	Cruise control lever		202
		Cruise control	195
		Distronic*	198
3	Instrument cluster		22
4	Multifunction steering		24
	wheel
5	Gear range indicator, clock		22

6Lever for voice control system*, see separate operating instructions

	Item	Page
7	Front Parktronic* warning	216
	indicator for right front area
8	Overhead control panel	27
9	Glove box lock	221
A	Glove box lid release	221
B	Glove box	221
C	Center console	25,
		26
D	Starter switch	31
E	Horn
F	Steering wheel adjustment	39
	stalk
	Heated steering wheel*	228

At a glance

Cockpit

	Item	Page
G	Parking brake pedal	47
H	Hood lock release	260
J	Parking brake release	47
K	Door control panel	28
L	Exterior lamp switch	119
M	Headlamp washer button	170
N	Front Parktronic* warning	216
	indicator for left front area

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At a glance

Instrument cluster

Instrument cluster

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	Item	Page			Item		Page
1	Coolant temperature gauge	127			- Antilock Brake Sys-		292
						tem (ABS) ndicator
2	Fuel gauge with:
						lamp
	Fuel reserve warning lamp	296
3					A High beam headlamp		123
	L Left turn signal	49
						indicator
	indicator lamp
				7	Reset button		126
	K Right turn signal
				8	Display with:
	indicator lamp
						Program mode	163
4	Speedometer with:
	V ESP warning lamp	295				Gear range indicator	159
	L Distance warning	294				Digital clock (see
						COMAND operating in-
	lamp
						structions)
	Vehicles without Distronic*:
				9	Multifunction display
	Warning lamp without func-
					with:
	tion. It illuminates when the
	ignition is on. It should go					Trip odometer	129
	out when the engine is run-					Main odometer	129
	ning.
					Stored speed for:
5	Tachometer	128
						Cruise control	195
6	Right display with:
						Distronic*	198
	< Seat belt telltale
		296

At a glance

Instrument cluster

	Item	Page
A	Outside temperature indica-	127
	tor
B	Left display with:
	1 Supplemental	297
	restraint system
	indicator lamp
	; Brake warning lamp,	293
	USA only
	3 Brake warning lamp,	293
	Canada only
	? Engine malfunction	294
	indicator lamp, USA
	only
	± Engine malfunction	294
	indicator lamp,
	Canada only
	H Tire pressure warning	275,
	lamp	296
C	Knob for instrument cluster	126
	illumination

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At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel

Multifunction steering wheel

	Item	Page
1	Multifunction display	129
	Operating control	129
	system
2	Selecting the submenu or	130
	setting the volume
	Æ up/to increase
	Ç down/to decrease
3	Telephone*: Press button	139
	S to take a call
	to dial a call

T to end a call to reject an incoming call

	Item	Page
4	Menu systems: Press	130
	button
	È for next system
	ÿ for previous system
5	Moving within a menu:	130

Press button

J for next display

K for previous display

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Center console

Upper part

	Item	Page
1	Switch for rear window	172
	sunshade
2	Parking assist* (Parktronic	214
	system) deactivation
	switch
3	Active Body Control (ABC)	210
4	Level control switch	211
5	Central locking switch	106
	Anti-theft alarm system in-	82
	dicator lamp
6	Hazard warning flasher	123
	on/off switch

At a glance

Center console

	Item	Page
7	Central unlocking switch	106
8	ESP control switch	80
9	Rear head restraints,	109
	switch for folding down
A	Tow-away alarm switch	84

BCOMAND system, see separate operating instructions

C	Automatic climate control	173

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At a glance

Center console

Lower part

	Item	Page
1	KEYLESS-GO* start/stop	33
	button
2	Gear selector lever for	46
	automatic transmission
3	PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF	71
	indicator lamp
4	Thumbwheel for setting	206
	distance in Distronic*
5	Distance warning func-	206
	tion* on/off switch
6	Program mode selector for	163
	automatic transmission
7	Ashtray	227
	Lighter	228

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At a glance

Overhead control panel

Overhead control panel

	Item	Page
1	Left reading lamp on/off	124
2	Rear interior lighting	124
	on/off
3	Right reading lamp on/off	124
4	Interior lighting control	124
5	Sliding/pop-up roof	191
6	Hands-free microphone for	230
	Tele Aid (emergency call
	system), telephone* and
	voice control system*, see
	separate operating instruc-
	tions
7	Rear view mirror	40
8	Garage door opener	238
9	Tele Aid (emergency call	230
	system) button

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At a glance

Door control panel

Door control panel

	Item	Page			Item	Page
1	Door handle	96		7	Rear window	75
					override switch
2	Memory function (for stor-	116
	ing seat, exterior mirror			8	Switches for opening/	186
	and steering wheel set-				closing rear windows
	tings)
				9	Remote trunk lid release	97
3	Seat heating	113			switch
	Seat ventilation*	115			Trunk lid opening/closing	98
					system* switch
4	Seat adjustment	34
5	Exterior mirror adjustment	40,
		167
6	Switches for opening/	186
	closing front door windows

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Getting started

Unlocking

Adjusting

Driving

Parking and locking

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