Mercedes Benz CLK350 2006, CLK500 2006 Owner Manual

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Order No. 6515 1297 13 Part No. 209 584 97 83 USA Edition A 2006

Operator’s Manual

CLK-Class Coupe

Operator’s Manual CLK-Class Coupe

CLK 350 CLK 500

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 ..........................................	21			Getting started ...................................	31
Product information................................	9		Cockpit.................................................	22		Unlocking .............................................		32
Operator’s Manual ...............................	10		Instrument cluster ................................	24			Unlocking with the SmartKey .........	32
Service and warranty information ..	10		Multifunction steering wheel ................	26			Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*.........	33
Important notice for California			Center console .....................................	27			Starter switch positions..................	34
retail buyers and lessees of			Upper part ......................................	27		Adjusting ..............................................		37
Mercedes-Benz automobiles ..........	11		Lower part ......................................	28			Seats ..............................................	37
Maintenance ..................................	12		Overhead control panel ........................	29			Steering wheel................................	41
Roadside Assistance ......................	12		Door control panel................................	30			Easy-entry/exit feature...................	42
Change of address or ownership....	12						Mirrors............................................	43
Operating your vehicle						Driving..................................................		45
outside the USA or Canada ............	13						Fastening the seat belts .................	45
Where to find it ....................................	14						Starting the engine .........................	48
Symbols...............................................	15						Parking brake .................................	50
Operating safety ..................................	16						Driving ............................................	51
Proper use of the vehicle ...............	16						Switching on headlamps.................	52
Problems with your vehicle..................	17						Turn signals ....................................	53
Reporting safety defects......................	18						Windshield wipers...........................	53
Reporting safety defects ................	18						Problems while driving....................	56
Vehicle data recording.........................	19					Parking and locking ..............................		57
Information regarding electronic							Parking brake .................................	57
recording devices...........................	19						Switching off headlamps.................	58
							Turning off the engine.....................	58
							Releasing seat belts........................	59
							Locking ...........................................	59

Contents

Safety and Security ...........................	61
Occupant safety...................................	62
Air bags ..........................................	63
Seat belts .......................................	69
Active head restraints ....................	73
Children in the vehicle....................	74
Blocking of rear side
window operation...........................	86
Panic alarm ..........................................	87
Activating .......................................	87
Deactivating ...................................	87
Driving safety systems.........................	88
ABS ................................................	88
BAS ................................................	89
ESP® ..............................................	90
Anti-theft systems................................	93
Immobilizer.....................................	93
Anti-theft alarm system ..................	93
Tow-away alarm .............................	95

Controls in detail ...............................	97
Locking and unlocking .........................	98
SmartKey .......................................	98
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ......	102
Opening the doors
from the inside .............................	109
Opening the trunk ........................	110
Closing the trunk..........................	112
Trunk emergency release .............	117
Valet locking ................................	118
Automatic central locking ............	119
Locking and unlocking
from the inside .............................	120
Seats .................................................	121
Front seat active head restraints . 121
Rear seat head restraints .............	121
Multicontour seat*.......................	124
Seat heating*...............................	125
Seat ventilation* ..........................	126
Memory function ...............................	127
Storing positions into memory .....	128
Recalling positions from memory . 128
Storing exterior rear view
mirror parking position.................	129

Lighting .............................................	130
Exterior lamp switch ....................	130
Combination switch .....................	134
Corner-illuminating front
fog lamps* (CLK with
Bi-Xenon* headlamps) .................	135
Hazard warning flasher ................	137
Interior lighting ............................	138
Door entry lamps .........................	139
Trunk lamp...................................	139
Instrument cluster .............................	140
Instrument cluster illumination ....	140
Coolant temperature indicator.....	141
Trip odometer ..............................	141
Tachometer..................................	142
Outside temperature indicator .....	142
Control system ..................................	143
Multifunction display....................	144
Multifunction steering wheel........	144
Menus ..........................................	146
Standard display menu ................	148
AUDIO menu ................................	149
NAV* menu..................................	150
Vehicle status
message memory menu...............	150
Settings menu..............................	152

Contents

Trip computer menu.....................	165	Setting the temperature................	190	Audio system......................................	209
TEL menu* ...................................	167	Adjusting air distribution...............	190	Audio and telephone*, operation..	209
Automatic transmission.....................	170	Adjusting air volume .....................	191	Operating safety ...........................	209
Gear selector lever position .........	172	Front defroster..............................	191	Operating and display elements ...	210
Driving tips...................................	174	Air recirculation mode ..................	192	Button and soft key operation ......	212
Gear ranges .................................	175	Air conditioning.............................	194	Operation......................................	212
Automatic shift program ..............	176	Rear passenger compartment		Radio operation ............................	217
Gear selector lever		adjustable air vents.......................	195	Introduction to satellite radio*
one-touch gearshifting .................	177	Automatic climate control (CLK 500) . 196		(USA only).....................................	222
Steering wheel gearshift		Deactivating the		CD mode.......................................	227
control one-touch		automatic climate control system. 199		GSM network phones ...................	233
gearshifting (CLK 500) .................	178	Operating the climate control		TDMA or CDMA network phones ..	240
Emergency operation		system in automatic mode............	199	Emergency calls “911” .................	247
(Limp Home Mode) ......................	179	Setting the temperature................	200	Power windows ..................................	249
Good visibility ....................................	180	Adjusting air distribution...............	200	Opening and
Headlamp cleaning system* ........	180	Adjusting air volume .....................	201	closing the windows .....................	249
Rear view mirrors .........................	180	Front defroster..............................	201	Synchronizing power windows......	251
Sun visors ....................................	183	Maximum cooling MAXCOOL ........	202	Summer opening feature ..............	251
Rear window sunshade*		Air recirculation mode ..................	203	Convenience closing feature.........	252
(Canada only) ...............................	184	Charcoal filter ...............................	204	Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ................	254
Rear window defroster .................	185	Air conditioning.............................	206	Opening and closing
Climate control (CLK 350) .................	186	Residual heat and ventilation*		the power tilt/sliding sunroof.......	254
Deactivating the		(Canada only)................................	207	Synchronizing
climate control system.................	189	Rear passenger compartment		the power tilt/sliding sunroof.......	256
Operating the climate control		adjustable air vents.......................	208
system in automatic mode...........	189

Contents

Driving systems .................................	257
Cruise control...............................	257
Parktronic system
(Parking assist)*, Canada only .....	261
Loading ..............................................	265
Roof rack......................................	265
Ski sack* (Canada only) ...............	265
Split rear bench seat ....................	268
Loading instructions.....................	270
Cargo tie-down rings ....................	271
Useful features ..................................	272
Storage compartments.................	272
Center armrest .............................	274
Armrest in the
rear passenger compartment .......	276
Cup holders..................................	276
Ashtrays .......................................	277
Cigarette lighter ...........................	279
Power outlet in the
rear passenger compartment .......	280
Floormats* ...................................	280
Telephone*...................................	281
Tele Aid ........................................	282
Garage door opener* ...................	289

Operation .........................................	295
The first 1000 miles (1500 km).........	296
Driving instructions............................	297
Drive sensibly – save fuel.............	297
Drinking and driving .....................	297
Pedals ..........................................	297
Power assistance .........................	297
Brakes..........................................	298
Driving off ....................................	299
Parking.........................................	299
Tires .............................................	300
Hydroplaning................................	301
Tire traction..................................	301
Tire speed rating ..........................	302
Winter driving instructions ...........	302
Standing water.............................	303
Passenger compartment ..............	304
Driving abroad..............................	304
Control and operation
of radio transmitters ....................	304
Catalytic converter.......................	305
Emission control ..........................	305
Coolant temperature ....................	306

At the gas station ..............................	307
Refueling......................................	307
Check regularly
and before a long trip...................	309
Engine compartment .........................	310
Hood ............................................	310
Engine oil .....................................	311
Transmission fluid level................	315
Coolant ........................................	316
Battery .........................................	317
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*.........	318
Tires and wheels................................	319
Important guidelines ....................	319
Tire care and maintenance...........	320
Direction of rotation.....................	322
Loading the vehicle ......................	322
Recommended
tire inflation pressure...................	328
Checking tire inflation pressure ...	330
MOExtended system* ..................	334
Tire labeling .................................	334
Load identification .......................	338
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) .............................................	339
Maximum tire load .......................	340

Contents

Maximum tire inflation pressure ..	341
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (U.S. vehicles) .............	342
Tire ply material ...........................	343
Tire and loading terminology........	344
Rotating tires ...............................	347
Winter driving ....................................	348
Winter tires ..................................	348
Block heater (Canada only) ..........	349
Snow chains.................................	349
Maintenance......................................	350
Maintenance
service indicator message............	350
Clearing the maintenance
service indicator message............	351
Maintenance
service term exceeded .................	351
Calling up the maintenance
service indicator display...............	351
Resetting the maintenance
service indicator...........................	352
Vehicle care.......................................	353
Cleaning and care of vehicle ........	353

Practical hints ..................................	361
What to do if …? .................................	362
Lamps in instrument cluster .........	362
Lamp in center console.................	368
Vehicle status messages in the
multifunction display.....................	370
Where will I find...? .............................	399
First aid kit....................................	399
Vehicle tool kit ..............................	399
Minispare wheel............................	402
Spare wheel bolts .........................	404
Unlocking/locking in an emergency...	405
Unlocking the vehicle....................	405
Locking the vehicle .......................	406
Fuel filler flap ................................	407
Manually unlocking
the gear selector lever ..................	408
Opening/closing in an emergency .....	409
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ...........	409
Resetting activated head restraints....	410
Resetting
activated head restraints ..............	410

Replacing SmartKey batteries ............	411
SmartKey ......................................	412
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* .......	413
Replacing bulbs ..................................	414
Bulbs.............................................	414
Replacing bulbs for front lamps ....	416
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps .....	419
Replacing wiper blades ......................	420
Removing and installing
wiper blades .................................	420
Flat tire...............................................	422
Preparing the vehicle ....................	422
Mounting the spare wheel ............	423
MOExtended system*...................	428
Battery ...............................................	429
Disconnecting the battery ............	430
Removing the battery ...................	430
Charging and
reinstalling the battery..................	431
Reconnecting the battery .............	431
Jump starting......................................	432

Contents

Towing the vehicle .............................	434
Towing the vehicle........................	434
Installing towing eye bolt..............	436
Fuses .................................................	438
Aids for replacing fuses................	438
Main fuse box in passenger
compartment................................	439
Fuse box in engine compartment . 439
Fuse box in trunk..........................	440

Technical data .................................	441
Parts service ......................................	442
Warranty coverage.............................	443
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet .....................	443
Identification labels ...........................	444
Layout of poly-V-belt drive .................	445
CLK 350 .......................................	445
CLK 500 .......................................	445
Engine................................................	446
Rims and tires....................................	447
Same size tires.............................	449
Mixed size tires ............................	450
Minispare wheel ...........................	451
Electrical system ...............................	452
Main dimensions and weights............	453
Main dimensions ..........................	453
Weights ........................................	453

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. .........	454
Capacities ....................................	454
Engine oils ...................................	456
Engine oil additives ......................	456
Air conditioning refrigerant ..........	456
Brake fluid....................................	456
Premium unleaded gasoline .........	457
Fuel requirements........................	457
Gasoline additives........................	458
Coolants ......................................	459
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*.........	461
Technical terms...............................	463
Index.................................................	469

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

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 Maintenance 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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Operator’s Manual

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 calendar 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 Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.

Always have the Maintenance 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 vehicle literature portfolio.

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

This Operator’s Manual is designed to provide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. 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 and security 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 Maintenance Booklet

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

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Symbols

Trademarks:

ESP® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler.

HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company.

SIRIUS and related marks are trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc.

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
	indicate 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

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 to 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

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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Vehicle data recording

Vehicle data recording

Information regarding electronic recording devices

(Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951)

Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.

This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others

for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes

with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee

in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency

for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or

as otherwise required or permitted by law.

Please check the Tele Aid subscription service agreement for details regarding the information that may be recorded or transmitted via that system.

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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

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At a glance

Cockpit

Item

Page

Item

Page

1Steering wheel gearshift buttons (CLK 500 only)

2Combination switch

Turn signals

Windshield wipers

High beam

3 Cruise control lever

4Multifunction steering wheel

5 Instrument cluster

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

7 Starter switch

8Front Parktronic* warning indicator (Canada only)

178	9	Overhead control panel	29
	a Glove box		272
	b Cup holder		277
53	c Center console		27, 28
53	d Hood lock release		310
52	e Horn
257	f Steering wheel adjustment		41
26,		stalk
144	g Parking brake pedal		50
24,	h Door control panel		30
140	j Parking brake release		50
	k Exterior lamp switch		52,
			130
34	l Exterior rear view mirror ad-		43
		justment
261
	m Headlamp washer switch*		180

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At a glance

Instrument cluster

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						At a glance
						Instrument cluster
Item	Page	Item	Page		Item		Page

1L Left turn signal indicator lamp

2 v ESP® warning lamp

3 Speedometer

4 Multifunction display

5 l Distance warning lamp

Warning lamp without function. It illuminates with the ignition on. It should go out when the engine is running.

53	8 Tachometer with:	142	a	Clock with:	157
	1 Supplemental	367,		; Brake warning lamp,	363
366	Restraint System	395		USA only
	(SRS) indicator lamp			3 Brake warning lamp,
144	- Antilock Brake Sys-	362		Canada only
	tem (ABS) indicator
				ú Engine malfunction in-	364
	lamp
				dicator lamp,
	< Seat belt telltale	71,		USA only
		367		± Engine malfunction in-	364
	A High beam headlamp	134		dicator lamp,
	indicator lamp			Canada only

	6	K Right turn signal indi-	53	B Low beam headlamp
				indicator lamp
		cator lamp
				9 Main odometer with:
	7	Coolant temperature indi-	141
		cator with:		Gear selector lever posi-
		• Coolant temperature	365,	tion
				Program mode
		warning lamp	385

134	b	Fuel display with:
		A Fuel reserve warning		366
			lamp
171	c	Reset button for:
			Resetting trip odometer	141
176			Adjusting instrument	140

cluster illumination

Confirming new time set157 tings

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At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel

	Item	Page
1	Multifunction display	144
	Operating control system	144
2	Selecting the submenu or
	setting the volume:
	Press button
	æ up / to increase
	ç down / to decrease
3	Telephone*:
	Press button
	s to take a call	168
	to dial a call	168
	t to end a call	168
	to reject an incoming
	call

Item

Page

4Menu systems: Press button

è for next menu

ÿ for previous menu

5Moving within a menu: Press button

j for next display k for previous display

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Center console

Upper part

At a glance

Center console

	Item	Page
1	Seat heater*, driver’s side	125
	Seat ventilation*, driver’s	126
	side
2	Parktronic system* deacti-	264
	vation switch (Canada only)
3	Rear window sunshade*	184
	switch (Canada only)
4	ESP® control switch	90
5	Hazard warning flasher	137
	switch - switching on/off
6	Central unlocking switch	120
	Central locking switch	120
7	Switch for folding down rear	122
	seat head restraints
8	Tow-away alarm switch	95
	Anti-theft alarm system indi-	96
	cator lamp

	Item	Page
9	Seat heater*,	125
	passenger side
	Seat ventilation*,	126
	passenger side
a	Front passenger front air	80,
	bag off indicator lamp	368
b	Audio system,	149
	or
	COMAND* (see separate
	operating instructions)
c	Climate control (CLK 350)	186
	Automatic climate control	196
	(CLK 500)
	Rear window defroster	185

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At a glance

Center console

Lower part

	Item	Page
1	Ashtray	277
	Cigarette lighter	279
2	KEYLESS-GO* start/stop	35
	button

3Compartment in center armrest (depending on vehicle production date):

	Design A (illustrated in the	274
	picture)
	Design B	275
4	Program mode selector	176
	switch for automatic trans-
	mission
5	Gear selector lever for	171
	automatic transmission

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At a glance

Overhead control panel

Overhead control panel

	Item	Page
1	Tele Aid (emergency call	282
	system) button
2	Rear interior lighting on/off	139

3Temperature sensor for automatic climate control

4	Power tilt/sliding sunroof*	254
5	Right reading lamp on/off	139
6	Interior lighting control	138
7	Hands-free microphone for	281
	Tele Aid (emergency call
	system) and telephone*
8	Interior rear view mirror	43,
		180
9	Garage door opener	289
a Left reading lamp on/off		139

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