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Memorex MDF8402-DWD Digital Photo Frame User Manual

1. Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Restraint systems In the operational mode after the indicator lamp has gone out following the initial check interruptions or short circuits in the airbag ignition circuit and in the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle harnesses and low voltage in the entire system are detected and indicated Warning In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately to have the system checked otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident which could result in serious or fatal injury or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury Front airbags The driver and front passenger front airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts exceeding a preset threshold Car care ae data Practical hints The front passenger airbag deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied and the indicator lamp on the center console is not illuminated Note Heavy objects on the front passenger seat can appear to the SRS to indicate the presence of an occupant in that seat which causes the passenger front airbag to deploy in a crash exceeding the appropriate threshold Side impact airbags The si
2. 86 90 9 94 99 100 102 104 106 107 110 111 112 113 114 115 117 118 125 Power windows Interior lighting Entrance lamps exit lamps in doors Sun visors Illuminated vanity mirrors Interior Storage compartments armrest and cup holder Glove box Ashtray Lighter Cargo tie down rings Parcel net in front passenger footwell Armrest rear bench Telephone general Cellular telephone Garage door opener Soft top Wind screen 143 146 146 147 147 148 148 148 150 151 152 152 152 153 153 154 158 165 23 Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Central locking system Vehicle keys Included with your vehicle are e 2 electronic main keys with integrated radio frequency and infrared remote controls plus removable mechanical key The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two electronic main keys are a different color to help distinguish it e 1 electronic reserve key without remote control functions plus removable mechanical key Practical hints Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock your vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury 24 Electronic main key P80 30 2068 26 The electronic main key has an integrated radio f
3. Do not place heavy or fragile objects or objects having sharp edges in the parcel net In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers they could be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants P68 00 2189 26 Note With large objects stored in the parcel net do not slide the seat fully forward it could damage them 1 Ring Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all four rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the Armrest rear bench cargo Pull down the armrest by its top 152 Telephone general Cellular telephone Warning The vehicle is prepared for the installation of a cellular A driver s attention to the road must always be his telephone For further information and installation her primary focus when driving For your safety contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center and the safety of others we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing Warning or taking a telephone call If you choose to use the TEE PAE telephone while driving please use the hands free Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a device and only use the telephone when road and cellular telephone while driving a vehicle Whether traffic conditions permit or not prohibited by law for safety reasons the driver should not use the cellular telephone while Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a the vehicle is in motion Stop t
4. Mercedes Benz ear a is CLK Cabriolet CLK 320 Operator s Manual CLK 430 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 Further 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 ensure your pleasure of ownership and for your safety and that of your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of your time e Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference e Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes Benz e Please abide by 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 DaimlerChrysler AG Introduction Product information Operator s manual Where to find it Reporting Safety Defects Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Center console Overhead control panel Operation Vehicle keys Start lock out General notes on the central locking system Central locking system Radio frequency and infrared remo
5. Operation and controls P Driving Headlamp assembly Xenon DN M P82 10 2395 26 4 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp 5 Electrical connector for low beam headlamp bulb 6 Electrical connector for high beam headlamp bulb 7 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp 270 Practical hints Instruments and controls Instrument Operation k cluster display Driving Exterior lamps Bulbs for low or high beam H7 55 W Open hood Rotate cover 2 or 3 counterclockwise and remove Pull off electrical connector 5 or 6 Unhook clamping ring and remove bulb Insert new bulb seating properly in cutouts of bulb socket mount clamping ring Reinstall and push electrical connector on securely Reinstall cover 2 or 3 Xenon optional Bulb for low beam Warning Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components We recommend that you have such work done by a qualified technician Practical hints Car care Turn signal lamp 1156 NA 26 9 5 W 32 4 cp bulb Open hood Twist bulb socket 4 counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket Reinstall lamp assembly until properly seated Parking and standing lamp H 6W 6 W bulb Open hood Rotate cover 3 counterclockwise and remove Twist bulb so
6. The soft top should not be lowered or raised at outside temperatures below 5 F 15 C since the material becomes less pliable with lower temperatures Notes Rear passengers should lean forward while raising or lowering the soft top to clear the path of the rear window To prevent the soft top from being lowered unintentionally while a trunk luggage carrier is installed keep luggage cover in trunk in the open position with the soft top raised 158 Warning Never lock or unlock the soft top while driving Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Driving with an unlocked soft top may cause personal injury to you or your passenger or personal injury or property damage to others Before operating the soft top switch make sure that no persons due to inattention are injured by the moving parts roll bar soft top frame and soft top compartment cover Hands must never be placed near the roll bar soft pos dtrerelcee top frame upper windshield area or soft top storage compartment while the soft top is being raised or Important lowered Serious personal injury may occur Do not manually move corner flaps 1 of soft top In case of danger release the switch to immediately compartment cover Doing so will result in damage to interrupt the operating procedure the soft top folding mechanism that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty With the soft top lowered do not place anyth
7. When you run the vehicle through an automatic car wash never use hot wax for conservation Depending on the operation mode of the car wash there is the possibility of water drops entering the vehicle s interior Never use a power washer to clean the soft top as you may damage the soft top material Remove bird droppings immediately The organic acid damages the material and causes the soft top to leak In general regular spraying or cleansing with clear water is sufficient to keep the top clean Wash the top only when heavily soiled Light colored soft tops should be cleaned frequently to prevent spots and dirt from setting in which could stain and discolor the soft top material permanently Caution Never use any gasoline thinner tar and stain removers glass cleaner or similar organic solvents to clean the soft top or wind screen They will cause damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty 2907 Wind screen Rubber weatherstrip Use only water or mild detergent to clean the wind The door and windshield header rubber weatherstrip screen material should be cared for at regular intervals with a silicon based car care product 298 Cleaning and care of the vehicle Instruments Operation Driving Instrument i Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Technical data Spare parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly V belt drive Technical dat
8. cccccseeseaseeeeenseeeeees 214 Adjusting telescoping steering column 6006 74 Air conditioner reio crant Heir eschews aE 309 Airbag OFF indicator lamp oee 221 ADIOS scepter E ia ee ne ee 65 Antenna Removal e E es eeeeaeee 287 Antilock brake system ABS cccccceseeeeseeeeeeeens 206 Malfunction indicator lamp ccceseceeeeeeeeeeeees 219 Anmtithert alarm system seerne a ate eae 42 Aguap in o e eens coe eee aes ec 196 Ashtray C EntermconSole ont s es tei eee eer 150 Audio system ATAGISUELE SV SUCIM cxtcctast E Mess neces canoe eee 127 Button and soft key operation ceecceeeeeeees 128 ODD CAI Se etree ties neat tea aa rns ih ee ae ent here 137 CTO ear a er eee aecece eh eae ance ae 136 Operating and display elements c cceeeees 126 OPErAUING SAlCly 1 n54 Hymns E teh een tanseavaeee 125 Operations e ards th ss ee senor sh eee bcos somcan en de na Macees 129 Operation Audio and telephone 0cccceeees 125 Radio MOJE taste E a a A eae 131 Telephone operationen nense a eee 140 Audo SyS Ee MS Gna e a cates a reese eae 91 Cassete DIA yen aa acs at e ete nen ease 93 CTD soba haces aes seo cane es ct ete ates 92 IRAE Oat tose ce aeg E sects ete eae alan cere eaten au een 91 Automatic climate control onenera enas 118 FNAB COSUMIDUUT ON mora r a es ens oe ae eee ete 122 AGE TECIFCUIAM ON x ocd E a E eoete seteace 123 ANOO ates Bae Seek aise ton E NN 122 A
9. 7 25K AP Radial ply t 205 55 R 16 91 H 2 ie te ae Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm Summer tire Radial ply tire 225 45 R 17 91 W 1 Also permissible 225 45 ZR 17 2 Also permissible 245 40 ZR 17 304 3 Must not be used with snow chains Electrical system Model CLK 320 CLK 430 Generator alternator 14 V 115 A 14 V 150 A Starter motor 12V 1 7 KW 12V 1 7 KW Battery 12V 100 Ah 12V 100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 8 DPER Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 NGK PFR 5 R 11 NGK PFR 5 R 11 Electrode gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm 0 039 in 1 0 mm Tightening torque 15 22 ft lb 20 30 Nm 15 22 ft lb 20 30 Nm Weights see certification tag Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Technical data 305 Instruments Operation Driving Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls cluster display data Instruments Operation Driving Se Practical hints Car care Technical and controls cluster display data Technical data Main dimensions Model CLK 320 CLK 430 Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width Overall height Wheel base Track front Track rear 180 2 in 4577 mm 67 8 in 1722 mm 94 3 in 1380 mm 105 9 in 2690 mm 99 3 in 1505 mm 58 0 in 1474 mm 179 8 in 4567 mm 67 8 in 1722 mm 54 3 in 1380 mm 105 9 in 2690 mm 59 3 in 1505 mm 58 6 in 1488 mm 306 Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities Instruments and controls F
10. A minimum height clearance of 6 ft 2 m is required to lower or raise the soft top The raising or lowering procedure can only be started with the luggage cover and trunk lid closed The raising or lowering procedure is immediately interrupted by releasing the soft top switch Do not operate the soft top while a trunk luggage carrier is installed To prevent damage to the soft top soft top compartment cover trunk lid or luggage cargo when lowering the roof e load trunk only to the height of the luggage cover e do not permit luggage cargo to raise the closed luggage cover e do not load anything on top of the luggage cover e do not place anything on the soft top compartment cover e do not open the trunk lid while the soft top is being raised or lowered This is required since the soft top compartment cover moves upward and backward during raising or lowering operations Practical hints Car care e do not operate the luggage cover with the soft top lowered Doing so will result in damage to the luggage cover or the soft top Lowering a wet soft top can result in water reaching the vehicle interior The soft top should be dry when lowering it into the soft top storage compartment Do not lower a frozen soft top until thawed and dry Doing so may result in damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty To prevent mildew the soft top must be dry before lowering it into the storage compartment
11. During the brief warm up period this delayed upshift and increased engine noise might be perceived as a malfunction However neither the engine nor transmission are negatively affected by this mode of operation The delayed upshift is effective with vehicle speeds below 31 mph 50 km h at partial throttle and engine temperatures below 95 F 35 C To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved to a lower gear range the transmission will not shift to a lower gear if the engine s revolutions per minute limit would be exceeded In this case there will be no downshift even when the vehicle speed reaches the engine s RPM limit of that gear e g by applying the service brakes To prevent the engine from laboring at low RPM when driving uphill gradients or with your vehicle heavily loaded the automatic transmission will downshift when necessary to maintain engine RPM within the best torque range 188 Gear ranges we Upshift through 2nd gear only For driving in mountainous regions or under extreme operating conditions This gear selection will allow use of the engine s braking power when descending Ww Upshift through 4th gear only Suitable for performance driving Ew Upshift through 3rd gear only Suitable for steep grades moderately steep hills Since the transmission ea does not shift higher than 3rd gear this gear EE Use this position which makes maximum use of the engine s braking effe
12. LEVEL engine oil level indicator appears This indicator is only a reminder Measurement can be cancelled by pressing button BeN or Xe if the vehicle is not parked on level ground An incorrect reading will be recorded if you do not cancel the measurement Move the vehicle to level ground and measure again The electronic key in steering lock is not in position 2 if the ENGINE OIL LEVEL SWITCH ON IGNITION message appears The ENGINE OIL LEVEL MEASURING NOW message is displayed after approximately 3 seconds 110 One of the following messages will subsequently appear on the indicator ENGINE OIL LEVEL O K No oil needs to be added ENGINE OIL LEVEL ADD 1 0 QUART Canada 1 0 L ENGINE OIL LEVEL ADD 1 5 QUART Canada 1 5 L ENGINE OIL LEVEL ADD 2 0 QUART Canada 2 0 L See page 246 for instructions on adding engine oil ENGINE OIL LEVEL REDUCE OIL LEVEL Do not overfill the engine Excessive oil must be siphoned or drained off It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The message PERF SERV ON TIME perform service engine oil level check on time will be displayed if a proper oil level check cannot be performed The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short time Engine oil level indicator Perform the engine oil level check with the dipstick if it cannot be comp
13. Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 216 On board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp Supplemental restraint system SRS indicator lamp Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning Electronic stability program ESP warning lamp BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp ABS malfunction indicator lamp Telescoping steering column indicator lamp Seat belt warning lamp Malfunction and indicator lamps in the center console AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp Roll bar warning lamp 216 218 218 219 219 219 220 220 221 221 221 Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display DISPLAY DEFECTIVE engine control unit DISPLAY DEFECTIVE several systems BATTERY ALTERNATOR ABS SYSTEM BRAKE ASSIST BRAKE LINING WEAR BRAKE FLUID PARKING BRAKE ENGINE FAN COOLANT coolant level COOLANT TEMP coolant temperature LIGHTING SYSTEM LIGHT SENSOR STEER WHEEL ADJUST OIL TEMP ENGINE OIL LEVEL ELEC STABIL PROG Electronic stability program WASHER FLUID 222 223 223 224 225 229 226 226 22 227 228 229 230 231 231 232 232 234 235 215 Technical data Instruments Instrument Car care and controls Operation Driving Practical hints cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster On board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 25 Engine malfunction
14. What you should know at the gas station Check regularly and before a long trip 195 195 198 198 199 200 200 201 204 206 208 211 213 169 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation cluster display Driving Practical hints Car care Control and operation of radio transmitters Control and operation of radio transmitters COMAND radio and telephone Warning Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle Only operate the COMAND Cockpit Management and Data System radio or telephone if road and traffic conditions permit Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet approximately 14 m every second 1 Observe all legal requirements Telephones and two way radio Warning Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenna i e without being connected to an external antenna from inside the vehicle while the engine is running Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle s electronic system possibly resulting in an accident and personal injury Radio transmitters such as a portable telephone or a citizens band unit should only be used inside the vehicle if they are connected to an antenna that is installed on the outside of the vehicle Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna
15. countervailing vehicle movement Engine torque is also limited The ESP warning lamp located in the speedometer dial starts to flash when ESP is in operation Important If the ESP warning lamp flashes adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing roadconditions Caution If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised see towing the vehicle on page 265 the engine must be shut off electronic key in steering lock position 0 or 1 Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes Notes The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with that of the BAS The yellow BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and the yellow ESP warning lamp in the speedometer dial come on with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 They should go out with the engine running If the BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp comes on continuously with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in either system Only partial engine output will be available If the BAS malfunctions the brake system functions in the usual manner but without BAS If the ESP warning message is displayed have the BAS or ESP checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible With the ABS malfunctioning the ESP is also switched off 208 Driving the vehicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to rotate at different speeds therefore the ESP may act
16. radio tape or CD pauses The optional cellular phone if installed switches off If you must use this phone the vehicle must be parked Disconnect the coiled cord and place the call The navigation system if engaged will continue to run The display in the instrument cluster is available for use and spoken commands are only available by pressing the RPT button on the COMAND unit A pop up window will appear in the COMAND display to indicate that a Tele Aid call is in progress 178 Tele Aid Instruments and controls Vehicle location service Should you wish to locate your vehicle contact the Emergency Response Center at 1 800 756 9018 You will be asked to provide your personal identifier witch you selected as part of your customer subscriber agreement The Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle s Tele Aid system The electronic key in the steering lock must be in position or 2 and the cellular and GPS signals must be available The Center will attempt to contact the vehicle until located up to a maximum of 14 day until the vehicle location incident report is cancelled by you Caution The Tele Aid system cannot initiate a call if there is insufficient voltage if the battery is disconnected damaged or deeply discharged Should this occur assistance must be summoned by other means Important Tele Aid utilizes the cellular network for communication and the GPS Global Positioning System satellites f
17. track Pressing the RV button rewinds the cassette to the beginning of the current track Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system Note To select the reverse side of the tape press button below track number on the audio system display or enter request on the optional COMAND system located in the center dashboard 93 Practical hints Car care Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Telephone Telephone book TEL MILLER TEL HO SERU CE P54 30 2864 27 Practical hints N O o A Q Car care The telephone is switched off The vehicle is currently outside the transmitter or receiver range The telephone is ready for use Name selected from the telephone book Number for the name selected Dialing commences Dialing is completed The name is displayed The display remains for the duration of the call Memory location number 94 The telephone must be switched on Press the button when the name you require Press the or button repeatedly until the appears in the display 4 The telephone number 5 is display 3 appears Refer to the separate telephone ee instruction manual The name will be displayed when dialing is completed Pressing BaN or EA browses alphabetically Display 6 remains for the duration of the call forwards or backwards through the telepho
18. 1 appears Pressing the button activates the redial memory and the most recently dialed number is displayed Pressing the EAN or A button browses forwards or backwards through the redial memory The number selected appears in the display Note Press the button if you do not wish to make a call The procedure is cancelled and display 1 appears Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Press the button when the required number or name appears in the display 2 The telephone number 3 is dialed Once dialing is completed the name 4 is displayed if the name is stored in the telephone book failing that the number dialed will remain displayed The display remains for the duration of the call Pressing the button hangs up and display 1 appears Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system 97 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Practical hints Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Incoming call 1 CALL you are being called 1 Press the button to answer the call TEL CALL Press the button to hang up or if you do not wish to answer the incoming call eo P54 30 2202 21 The telephone must be switched on 98 Navigation system optional 1 The navigation system is switched off 2 The
19. 222 Practical hints Car care When the message appears after starting the engine or if it comes on while driving this indicates a failure in the parking lamp taillamp stop lamp or low beam headlamp See page 269 for instructions on replacing bulbs If an exterior lamp fails the message will appear only when that lamp is switched on If a brake lamp fails the message will appear when applying the brake and stays on until the engine is turned off Note If additional lighting is installed e g auxiliary headlamps etc be certain to connect into the fuse before the failure indicator monitoring unit order to avoid damaging the system 230 LIGHT SENSOR Se fd a SWITCH OFF LIGHTS With the electronic key removed and the driver s door open a warning sounds and the message SWITCH OFF LIGHTS appears in the multifunction indicator if the vehicle s exterior lamps except standing lamps are not switched off Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Driving cluster display STEER WHEEL ADJUST LOCK Line 1 Line 2 C STEER WHEEL ADJUST 1 C Category see page 222 For locking the adjustable telescoping steering column see page 74 Practical hints 231 Instruments Instrument Operation and controls Driving cluster display Malfunction and warning messages OIL TEMP engine oil temperature OIL TEMP T
20. AFTER START respectively AFTER RESET 7 Average fuel consumption AFTER START respectively AFTER RESET 100 Press the button or repeatedly until the To reset the AFTER START 1 or AFTER RESET 2 display 1 appears odometer memory at any time Press the EAN or eg button until the display for trip Call up the relevant display 1 or 2 using the EANN or odometer memory AFTER START 1 and Bed button and press the button in the instrument AFTER RESET 2 or the display 3 for estimated cluster until the values are reset to 0 driving range remaining and fuel tank contents The AFTER START trip odometer reading is SPPSers automatically reset after four hours of electronic key not Pressing the or button displays the next or being in steering lock position 2 previous system Note The AFTER START display 1 always appears when the trip computer is called up 101 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Malfunction message memory 1 There are no messages stored in the system 2 Number of messages stored in the system Press the or button repeatedly until the malfunction message memory 1 or 2 is
21. CD playing 1 Optional equipment Loading emptying the CD magazine Slide the changer door to the right and press the eject button W The magazine will be ejected Remove the magazine Pull out the CD tray until its stop is reached and place the CDs in the recess of the tray label side up Push the tray into the magazine in the direction shown by the arrow Insert the loaded magazine into the changer Important Close the door after the magazine has been inserted Playing CDs Press the CD button The CD most recently played will start at the point where it was last switched off CDs stored in the magazine can be selected by using the station preset buttons 1 6 coi The magazine slot number of ee the selected CD will then be PPP Ta d displayed after CD The FON RPT ALUO SO number of the track being played will be displayed after TRACK 137 If there is no CD in the selected magazine slot NO CD and the corresponding slot number will be displayed e g NO CD3 After the last track on a CD has been played the next CD will automatically be selected and played eer eal os EO PUL a Skipping tracks forwards backwards Press the B amp B button The next track on the CD will be played Press the BAM button If the track has been playing for more than 10 seconds it will revert to the start of that track If it has been playing for less than ten seconds it will revert to the prec
22. CS cer jeotcenc sae tavaseeud sess derescs eee Ene me Onl AC dIEIV Sx extaral Watcen ieee ns eeaeeo ec vases Engine oil consumption Engine oil level HCCI ascents ciate Meese deena a rena 110 ENGINE OIL LEVEL malfunction and WaAGIMO TES SAS CSi cass een in E a eas Engine oil level indicator ENGINE OIL LEVEL NOT WHEN ENGINE ON measuring multifunction indicator ENGINE OIL TEMP malfunction and warning messages 664 ESN GIMe OMS casemate a A seta ESP Electronic stability program ccseeeeeeees Controls wite Meese Ge ate oa A SVNCHTONIZING na eels ee et meh ene ean Exterior lamp switch Exterior lamps Adjusting headlamp aif eros ae Low and Nioh Deania tart a oe Park malamn S eaa rae N eee Replacmie Dull0s lt cveersegenatt a Side marker lamp ONGen e Stam cine AIS ats a a a aa jesea tara ness TalampassemblieS s ae ne necset ee weet Tumse nal lana p33 evs ace ee eee eee 110 111 232 309 209 209 112 274 271 271 269 213 271 212 271 318 First aid kit Fuel filler flap Manual release Fuel requirements Fuels coolants lubricants etc Capacities Fuses electrical G Garage door open T aerar een erect Gasoline Additives Rule requirements ie eea siataandceeden oes Premium unleaded Glove box H Hazard warning flasher switch Head restraints Flexible service system FSS a srera 117 REIT tetra een orn cea ents 51 Headlamp cleanin System a
23. Code of U S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 Uniform tire quality grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Tread wear 200 Traction AA Temperature A All passenger vehicle tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and Consumer information Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Driving i Practical hints cluster display may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on str
24. Direct frequency input AM and FM only Station memory cM oT Select the band Press the cM ST Ten stations can be stored in a ee bide EJ button and enter the an eT iu the AM and FM bands via the Soe ae desired frequency using the rate FATT alpha numeric keypad The AM WE AUD SO alpha numeric keypad ARM WE AUD 0 button corresponds to Frequencies outside of the location 10 Weatherband frequency ranges frequencies specified on page 133 WB channels 1 to 7 can be retrieved via the alpha will not be accepted The frequency input mode is numeric keypad and are preset at the factory cancelled if no button is pressed within 4 seconds 132 Cassette mode Note Vehicles equipped with the COMAND system do not come with a factory installed cassette mechanism A standard 1 8 stereo phono plug for auxiliary audio input located in glove box is provided for connection of a portable battery operated cassette player or any other portable device which uses a headphone output Please refer to the COMAND operating manual for information concerning the activation of the audio input Playing cassettes Press the TAPE button When the eject EJ key is pressed the display folds down and the cassette slot becomes visible Push the cassette into the slot until it engages The cassette will be pulled in automatically Note Do not press directly on the radio display face Return the display panel to its normal position by folding
25. E meer ene Moe Ua 248 Gt ee kina s mene a eee ee eee ee 247 Coolant temperate Sase niece ees 84 Coolants 311 Anticorrosion antifreeze quantita 311 Ce COMO crrerecerueserexeruwseetter tenes tes a 201 Cup holder Center Console HOME ee eee oreo eee 149 D Deep water Driivine nsU UCHIONS ssi aeeoe a es 199 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE engine control unit malfunction and warning messages 606000 223 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE several systems malfunction and warning messages 600000 223 Display luminat ona e aacae E A i enero 83 DOOP e S E E O R 34 PDrinknrand divino aee e E ee nak 193 Drive sensibly Save meke ncn a cea eee 192 Drine instructions iea A eikc ect cae see eee 192 DEAK CS oa ieee cane ces onthe tue cera somttees 193 Pedali aoe A sees secaear ea ee neeaees 193 BENS O ern tere meer te nena ne near 194 317 ELEC STABIL PROGR malfunction and warning IMCSSAVES air cennsa ea E vector eras Electronic mant key morae a ore eae eee ChanSin ojbatteriess eaa a leat eaten Synchronizing remote Control ceeeeeeeeenees Electronic stability program ESP Malfunction indicator lamp csceceeeneeeees Warmin an e e a ns ten ee eas Emergency tensioning retractor ETR 0 Emergency unlocking in case of accident EMISSION CONTEOM anea a E rachel eee ase En Cine COM abtME Mt Gas se oss cat sentence cote seme ENGINE FAN malfunction and W ANIM ANCSSAS
26. ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp if the condition causing the lamp to come on no longer exists during three consecutive cycles See also page 218 for fuel cap placement warning An on board diagnostic connector is located in the passenger compartment near to the parking brake pedal allowing the accurate identification of system malfunctions through the readout of diagnostic trouble codes 216 Brake warning lamp iTS Except Canada O Canada only When the brake warning lamp and message appear while the engine is running this means e there is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir engine running and parking brake released or e the parking brake is set engine running Malfunction and indicator lamps Instruments Instrument and controls Operation Driving cluster display Warning Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on Don t add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire You can be seriously burned Note If you find that the minimum mark on the brake fluid reservoir is reached have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks 217 Practical hints Car care Instrument Operation Driving cluster display Malfunction a
27. For details consult your authorized Mercedes Benz Center or write to In the USA In Canada Mercedes Benz USA LLC Mercedes Benz Canada Inc European Delivery Department European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive 849 Eglinton Avenue East Montvale NJ 07645 0350 Toronto Ontario M4G 2L5 11 Introduction Introduction 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 12 Where to find it The Operator s Manual is divided into eight sections Instruments and controls An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver s seat Operation Information on the vehicle s equipment and its operation Driving Important information on driving Instrument clust
28. Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Central locking system Opening and closing windows from outside Aim transmitter eye of remote control at a door receiver To open Continue to press transmit button after unlocking the vehicle The windows begin to open after approx 1 second To interrupt opening procedure release transmit button To close Continue to press transmit button after locking the vehicle The windows begin to close after approx 1 second To interrupt closing procedure release transmit button Note If the windows cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit button of the remote control then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic main key if ok battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when pressing transmit button or to synchronize the remote control see page 277and 279 Warning Never operate the windows if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure In case the procedure causes potential danger the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the remote control button To reverse direction of movement press for opening or for closing 32 Panic button To activate press and hold button 1 for at least one second An audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately 3 minutes To deactivate press button 1 agai
29. When this message appears during braking it indicates that the brake pads are worn down Have the brake system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Practical hints Car care BRAKE FLUID BRAKE FLUID VISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 2101 21 Line 1 Line 2 C BRAKE FLUID VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page 222 Warning Driving with this message displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately Don t add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire You can be seriously burned 226 PARKING BRAKE PARE IHG BRAKE RELEASE BRHAEE P54 30 2129 21 Line 1 Line 2 C PARKING BRAKE RELEASE BRAKE 2 C Category see page 222 Parking brake see page 192 Malfunction and warning messages Instruments Instrument Operation and controls p Driving cluster display ENGINE FAN EHGIHE FAH S6 UISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 2757 21 Line 1 Line 2 ENGINE FAN VISIT WORKSHOP C Category see page 222 1 The cooling fan for the coolant is faulty Observe coolant temperature gauge while driving see page 84 Practical hints Car care C 221 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Driving cluster display Malfunction and warning messages COOLANT coolant level COO
30. accident The doors unlock automatically a short time after a strong deceleration is detected such as in a collision this is intended to aid rescue and exit However the electronic key must still be in the steering lock Driving on rough roads may cause the vehicle to unlock If necessary the vehicle can be locked again with the central locking switch see page 36 38 Trunk When the trunk is separately locked it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk lock it separately with the mechanical key Leave only the electronic main key less its mechanical key with the vehicle Notes The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system The trunk can also be opened by using the electronic main key Press button Central locking system Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 0 A g DA 2 P80 00 2020 26 0 Neutral position push to open arrow 1 Unlocking 2 Separate locking of trunk remove mechanical key in this position The trunk lid cannot be opened by the trunk lid release switch or the electronic main key when previously locked separately with the mechanical key Practical hints Notes In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually To unlock and open the trunk lid turn mechanical
31. ae REWIND will appear on the noe Po i display and fast reverse will The beginning of a track can only be located if there is a TRE EJ AUD St start break of at least 4 seconds between tracks Fast forward reverse is stopped by pressing the same Scan will be interrupted if the ENI Iba EER E button again or it will stop automatically at the buttons or the SC key is pressed beginning or the end of the tape The track will automatically change at the end or beginning of the tape Dolby NR noise reduction system and play will begin TEEPE poo To enable optimum ie ania reproduction of cassettes bones recorded using the Dolby B lt He ALD 2 system press the AUD key followed by the NR key so the NR in the display is not highlighted To turn off Dolby B noise reduction press the NR key so the NR in the display is highlighted 1 Dolby and the double D symbol OO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation The Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 135 Audio system Instruments Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls Operation Drivin k 2 cluster display data CD mode General notes on CD mode Should excessive temperatures occur while in CD mode TEMP HIGH will appear in the display and muting will take place The unit will then switch back to radio mode until the temperature has dec
32. alarm system The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control by locking or unlocking the vehicle The antitheft alarm is armed within approx 10 seconds after locking the vehicle A blinking lamp 1 indicates that the alarm is armed Operation Once the alarm system has been armed the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone e opens a door P82 50 2062 26 e opens the trunk 1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console e opens the hood e attempts to raise the vehicle 42 The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of Notes flashing exterior lamps At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds The alarm will stay on even if the activating element a door for example is immediately closed The antitheft alarm system is switched off automatically if the vehicle is unlocked with the We recommend that you carry the electronic reserve key plus mechanical key with you and keep it in a safe place e g your wallet so that it is always handy Never leave the electronic reserve key in the vehicle electronic main key If the alarm stays on for more than When you unlock the driver s door with the mechanical 20 seconds an emergency call is initiated automatically key the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will See Tele Aid on page 182 sound To interrupt the alarm insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button o
33. be removed before activating the defroster The rear window defroster consumes a large amount of electrical power To keep the battery drain toa minimum turn off the defroster as soon as the window is Clear The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 12 minutes of operation If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously or the battery is only partially charged it is possible that the defroster will automatically turn itself off When this happens the indicator lamp inside the switch starts blinking As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage the defroster automatically turns itself back on Practical hints Technical Car care data Air distribution e Fess AUTO MAX w 12 F Press button for each side repeatedly until the requested symbol is displayed Press BGXJ button to return to automatic mode Air volume Press or side of rocker switch until the requested blower speed is attained A choice of 7 blower speeds is available To switch the automatic climate control off press side of rocker switch until symbol OFF is displayed OFF OFF The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off While driving use this setting only temporarily otherwise the windshield could fog up To switch the automatic climate control on again press ES KEA or side of EEA 122 Air recirculation This mode can be selected to temporarily reduce the entry of annoying od
34. by an airbag In conjunction with wearing the seat belts the driver and front passenger airbags can provide increased protection for the driver and front passenger in certain frontal impacts exceeding preset thresholds Door Restraint systems Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving mounted side impact airbags can provide increased protection to belted front passengers on the impacted side of the vehicle in side impacts exceeding its preset threshold Important The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp SRS in the instrument cluster when turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 If no fault is detected the lamp will go out after approximately 4 seconds after the lamp goes out the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again The following system components are monitored or undergo a self check crash sensor s airbag ignition circuits front seat belt buckles emergency tensioning retractors seat sensor Initially when the electronic key is turned from steering lock position 0 to positions 1 or 2 malfunctions in the crash sensor are detected and indicated the SRS indicator lamp stays on longer than 4 seconds or does not come on Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately 66
35. cover P82 10 2302 26 1 Main fuse box in engine compartment To gain access to the main fuse box 1 press clamp arrow lift the fuse box cover up and remove it To close the main fuse box engage back end of cover and let front end snap into place 242 Auxiliary fuse box below the trunk floor Auxiliary fuse box in the dashboard P82 10 2303 26 P82 10 2304 26 2 Auxiliary fuse box below the trunk floor 3 Auxiliary fuse box to left of exterior lamp switch To gain access lift trunk floor To gain access open door pry off cover 3 and remove 243 Fuses Instruments Operation Driving Jaen and controls cluster display Practical hints Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Engine compartment Hood Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving When closing hood use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components ignition coils spark plug sockets diagnostic socket of the ignition system e with the engine running e while starting the engine e if ignition is on and the engine is turned manually If you see flames steam or smoke coming from the engine compartment or if the coolant temperature gauge indicates that the e
36. ejected when the radio is switched off Important If the display is in the down position for more than 20 seconds 2 successive beeps will be heard This will continue at 5 second intervals until the display is returned to its normal position Track selection Press the track selection aS ees TRK key The current track tt ed will be displayed as SIDE 1 TRE EJ AUD SC or SIDE 2 The track will be changed automatically at the end of the tape Practical hints Car care Track search forwards backwards TADE be Press the Dl button Se rape SEEK FWD will be shown on Cae m ee ee the display and the track TRE EJ AID C search will run the tape forwards to the start of the next track TAPE We Press the MET button ee ee atts SEEK RWD will be shown Se oo ed MHL on the display and the track TRE EJ AUD SC search will run the tape backwards to the start of the track currently playing Track search can be interrupted by pressing the same button again Note The beginning of a track can only be located if there is a break of at least 4 seconds between tracks 134 Fast forward reverse Scanning TAPE HR Press the EM button TAPE W Press the SC key Each track mamin FORWARD will appear on E A on the cassette will be played EPS MATES L the display and fast forward it EE for 8 seconds in ascending TRE Eu AUD St will start TRE EJ ALIGO 5C order TODE BG Press the B button nin ea
37. electronic key in steering lock to position 2 or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold The symbols and messages indicate the type of service to be performed Service A Service B One of the following messages will appear in the display e g Service A SERVICE A IN xx DAYS SERVICE A IN xx MILES Canada KM SERVICE A EXCEEDED BY xx DAYS SERVICE A EXCEEDED BY xx MILES Canada KM PERFORM SERVICE The next service due date is displayed either in days or in miles depending on your driving style Once the suggested service term has passed the symbol and message appear for approx 30 seconds and a signal sounds every time when turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 2 107 Technical data Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Instruments Instrument Operation Driving i Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Flexible service system The service indicator disappears automatically after Notes 30 seconds or if button on the instrument cluster is When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or more days at a time such days will not be counted Any such days not counted by the FSS can be added by your Mercedes Benz Center pressed Calling up service indicator manually Turn the electronic key in steering lock to position 1 The interval between servi
38. fastened during frontal impacts exceeding the first threshold of the SRS and in rear impacts exceeding a preset severity level They remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body restricting its forward movement as much as possible In cases of other frontal impacts angled impacts roll overs certain side impacts or other accidents without sufficient frontal or rear impact forces the emergency tensioning retractors will not be activated The driver and passengers will then be protected by the fastened seat belts and inertia reel in the usual manner For seat belt and emergency tensioning retractor safety guidelines see page 70 64 Restraint systems Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Driving and controls Restraint systems Airbags P91 60 2247 26 P91 60 2161 26 1 Driver airbag 2 Front passenger airbag The driver airbag is located in the steering wheel hub The passenger front airbag is located in the dashboard ahead of the front passenger 65 _ P91 60 2122 26 3 Side impact airbag The side impact airbags are located in the doors The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the seat belt In some cases however the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced
39. flash while the call is in progress The message ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CONNECTING CALL will appear in the multifunction display When Tele Aid Instruments the connection is established the message ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CALL CONNECTED appears in the multifunction display The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number model color and location subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established The nature of the need for assistance can then be described Sign and Drive services Services such as jump start a few gallons of fuel or the replacement of a flat tire with the vehicle spare tire are obtainable For services such as labor and or towing charges may apply Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual for more information 176 Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical Operation Driving i j cluster display data and controls Information button Located below the center armrest cover is the Information button BRR Pressing and holding the button for longer than 2 seconds will initiate a call to the Client Assistance Center The button will flash while the call is in progress The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number model color and location subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals A
40. for heavy loads produce favorable handling characteristics with lighter loads and are perfectly permissible The ride of the vehicle however will become somewhat harder Tire temperature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed Tire pressure should therefore only be checked and corrected on cold tires Correct tire pressure in warm tires only if pressure has dropped below the pressure listed in the table and the respective operating conditions are taken into consideration An underinflated tire due to a slow leak e g due to a nail in the tire may cause damage such as tread separation bulging etc Regular tire pressure checks 0 2 bar including the spare tire at intervals of no more than 14 days are therefore essential Tires Wheels 259 HDR TET Operation Driving D CUTS Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Instruments 5 ae Instrument Operation Driving and controls cluster display Practical hints Tires Wheels If a tire constantly loses air it should be inspected for ee d Warning amage Do not overinflate tires Overinflating tires can The spare tire should be checked periodically for result in sudden deflation blowout because they condition and inflation Spare tire will age and become are more likely to become punctured or damaged worn over time even if never used and thus should be by road debris potholes etc Follow recommended inspected and replaced when necessary in
41. fuel system leak has been detected Retighten cap and see if lamp goes out after restart and next OBD selfcheck If the warning lamp continues to blink after closing the fuel cap correctly have the fuel system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can also cause the CHECK ENGINE lamp to illuminate see page 216 218 Electronic stability program ESP warning lamp The yellow ESP warning lamp in the speedometer dial comes on with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 It should go out with engine running See page 208 if the warning lamp lights up or flashes when the vehicle is moving BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp BAS The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with that of the BAS The yellow BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 It should go out with the engine running If the BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp remains illuminated with the engine running see page 209 ABS malfunction indicator lamp The ABS malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 and should go out with the engine running When the ABS malfunction indicator lamp symbol and warning in the instrument cluster remains illuminated while the engine is running it indicates that
42. higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle 266 Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Practical hints Operation Driving Instruments Operation Driving Se and controls cluster display Towing Note To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning flasher in use turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 and activate combination switch for left or right turn signal in usual manner only the selected turn signal will operate Upon canceling the turn signal the hazard warning flasher will operate again Practical hints Caution If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised the engine must be shut off electronic key in steering lock position 0 or 1 Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes Switch off the tow away alarm as well as the ESP 267 Transmission selector lever manually unlocking To do so insert a pin 1 e g ball point pen into the covered opening below the position D of the shift pattern While pushing the pin down move selector lever from position P After removal of the pin from the opening the cover will not close fully Only after moving the selector lever to positions D and D does the cover return to its closed position P27 60 2048 26 In the case of power failure the transmission selector lever can be manually unlocked e g to tow the vehicle 26
43. hints Driving Instruments and controls Instrument Operation i cluster display Driving Catalytic converter Catalytic converter Your Mercedes Benz is equipped with monolithic type catalytic converters an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet Practical hints Car care Caution To prevent damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly Otherwise excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter causing it to overheat which could start a fire Warning As with any vehicle do not idle park or operate this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire 172 Emission control Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law These systems of course will function properly only when maintained strictly according to factory specifications Any adjustments on the engine should therefore be carried out only by qualified Mercedes
44. indicator lamp If the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running it indicates a malfunction of the fuel management system emission control system systems which impact emissions or the fuel cap is not closed tight check the fuel cap If the CHECK ENGINE lamp is illuminated continuously and the vehicle is driving normally you may still drive the vehicle however in all cases we recommend that you have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible If the CHECK ENGINE lamp comes on continuously and or the vehicle is not driving normally e g malfunction of the fuel management system or running out of fuel serious damage can occur to the emission system Please contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately The Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection SFI control module monitors emission control components that either provide input signals to or receive output signals from the control module Malfunctions resulting from interruptions or failure of any of these components are indicated by the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and are simultaneously stored in the SFI control module If the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp comes on have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible With some exceptions the control module switches off the CHECK
45. instrument cluster comes on with the electronic key in malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the BAS is steering lock position 2 and should go out with the switched off When the voltage is above this value again engine running the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the BAS is operational If the BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp comes on permanently while the engine is running a malfunction With the ABS malfunctioning the BAS is also switched has been detected in either system As a result it is off Both malfunction indicator lamps come on with the possible that now only partial engine output will be engine running available If the BAS malfunctions the brake system If the BAS warning message is displayed have the BAS functions in the usual manner but without BAS or ESP checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Driving systems 205 Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Driving Operation Driving systems Antilock brake system ABS Warning Do not pump the brake pedal rather use firm steady brake pedal pressure Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose for ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness Important The ABS improves steering control of the vehicle during hard braking maneuvers The ABS prevents the wheels from lockin
46. is not used for long periods of time Only charge a battery with a battery charger after the battery has been disconnected from the vehicle s electrical circuit Always disconnect the battery negative lead first and connect last When removing and connecting the battery always make sure that all electrical consumers are off and the electronic key is in steering lock position 0 The battery and its filler caps must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation During removal and installation always protect the disconnected battery positive terminal with the cover attached to the battery While the engine is running the battery terminal clamps must not be loosened or detached otherwise the generator and other electronic components would be damaged 261 Notes After reconnecting the battery also resynchronize the front seats front seat head restraints see page 50 the express feature of the power windows see page 144 and the electronic stability program ESP see page 209 If the soft top is in a half open position it also has to be synchronized To do so raise and lock soft top manually see page 280 Battery Instruments Operation Driving Instrument and controls cluster display Battery recycling Batteries contain material that can harm the environment with improper disposal Large 12 Volt storage batteries contain lead Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposa
47. key to position 1 hold and push to open If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened see page 298 Important Do not place mechanical key inside trunk since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle has been previously centrally locked Pgs 50 2009 26 To prevent damage to the trunk lid and the soft top compartment cover do not open the trunk lid while the soft top is being raised or lowered Lower trunk lid using handle 1 and close it with hands placed flat on trunk lid Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle 40 Central locking system meiimen Practical hints cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 oe Operation Driving HOS TACOS Practical hints and controls cluster display Central locking system Trunk lid release switch A minimum height clearance of 5 9 ft 1 8 m is required to open the trunk lid To open the trunk the vehicle must be at standstill Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open Notes The trunk lid cannot be opened by the switch or the remote control when previously locked separately with the mechanical key To open see page 39 P54 25 2170 26 The switch is located on the center console 4 Instruments Instrument Operation Driving Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Antitheft alarm system Antitheft
48. mph 40 km h the vehicle resumes the speed which was Set prior to the cancellation of the cruise control The last memorized speed is canceled when the electronic key in the steering lock is turned to position 1 or 0 The Resume function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed Driving systems 202 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Operation Practical hints Driving HES TALIA Operation Driving ngoan mer Practical hints and controls cluster display Driving systems Notes Nevertheless in some cases you may have to step on the If the engine does not brake the vehicle sufficiently brake pedal to slow down In this case the cruise control while driving on a downgrade the speed you set on the is switched off cruise control may be exceeded In this case the automatic transmission shifts down max to 3rd gear to maintain the set cruise control speed by using the engine s braking power Use the lever to resume the previously set speed As soon as the grade eases the automatic transmission shifts up again dependent on the selector lever position 203 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation i cluster display Driving Driving systems Brake assist system BAS Warning BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increa
49. navigation system is switched on but no 1 destination has been specified uaa 3 The navigation system is switched on and OFF destination guidance is active Press the or button repeatedly until the required system is displayed See the separate COMAND Cockpit Management and Data System operator s manual for notes on the navigation system Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system MERCEDES DRIVE MB E I P54 30 2985 27 99 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Trip computer AFTER START 00123 MI4 51 03 H 73 MPH 6 17 3 MPG 7 AFTER RESET 00123 MI4 51 03 H 73 MPH 6 17 3 MPG 7 TANK CONTENT 13 2 GAL RANGE 307 MILES P54 30 2529 27 Practical hints Car care 1 AFTER START trip odometer records distance from first engine start after more than five hours of electronic key not being in steering lock position 2 2 AFTER RESET trip odometer records distance from first engine start until reset 3 Estimated driving range remaining and fuel tank contents 4 Distance covered AFTER START respectively AFTER RESET 5 Elapsed time AFTER START respectively APTER RESET 6 Average speed
50. neck or off your shoulder In a crash your body would move too far forward That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen If the belt is positioned across your abdomen it could cause serious injuries in a crash Each seat belt should never be used for more than one person at a time Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects Belts should not be worn twisted In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to manage impact forces The twisted belt against your body could cause injuries 61 e Pregnant women should also use a lap shoulder belt The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen e Never place your feet on the instrument panel or on the seat Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat Warning USE CHILD RESTRAINTS PROPERLY Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it in
51. of both the Research R octane number and the Motor M octane number R M 2 This is also known as ANTI KNOCK INDEX Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as Ethanol IPA IBA and TBA can be used provided the ratio of any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10 MTBE not to exceed 15 The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3 plus additional cosolvents Using mixtures of Ethanol and Methanol is not allowed Gasohol which contains 10 Ethanol and 90 unleaded gasoline can be used These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements such as resistance to spark knock boiling range vapor pressure etc 310 Gasoline additives A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build up caused by gasoline Mercedes Benz recommends the use of only quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build up of carbon deposits After an extended period of using fuels without such additives carbon deposits can build up especially on the intake valves and in the combustion area leading to engine performance problems such as e warm up hesitation e unstable idle e knocking pinging e misfire e power loss Do not blend other specific fuel additives with fuel They only result in unnecessary cost and may be harmful to the engine operation Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not covered by the Mercedes Be
52. oil level indicator 0149 8 MiLES 026753 IN 2300 MILES Instrument Practical hints Car care cluster display 1 Trip odometer and main odometer See page 85 for instructions on resetting the trip odometer 2 FSS Flexible service system see page 107 3 Engine oil level indicator see page 110 Press or button repeatedly until the trip odometer and main odometer display 1 appears Press the EAN or R button repeatedly until the required display 2 3 1 appears Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system 90 Audio systems Radio AUD 0 OFF FM2 100 3 MHz 3 FMI 5 SP 4110 1 1 MHz FMO 102 9 MHz P54 30 2936 27 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving 1 Audio system is switched off 2 The radio is switched on 3 Wave band setting and memory location number where appropriate 4 Station frequency 5 This only appears when MEMORY rather than FREQUENCY has been selected in the individual settings See page 104 The radio must be switched on Press the or button repeatedly until display 2 appears Press button EAN or Keg repeatedly until the required station or frequency is displayed Use the EAN of ef button to select a stored station or station frequency This depends on the selection made in the STATION SEARCH USING setting men
53. only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is raised Be certain that the jack is always vertical when in use especially on hills Always try to use the jack on level surface Be sure that the jack arm is fully inserted in the jack tube Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before 1 Jack arm working under the vehicle 2 Jack base P40 10 2027 26 See illustration for proper storage of jack Before storing the jack on the felt in the spare wheel well the jack arm must be lowered almost to the base of the jack Spare wheel vehicle jack 241 Instruments Operation Driving Instrument i Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display ES umeni Operation Driving Ine nacre Practical hints and controls cluster display Fuses Fuses Fuse box in engine compartment Before replacing a blown fuse determine the cause of the short circuit Spare fuses are supplied inside the main fuse box 1 Observe amperage and color of fuse A special fuse puller is supplied with the vehicle tools Always use a new fuse for replacement Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse A fuse chart can be found inside the corresponding fuse box
54. only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident P54 00 2112 26 Removal Tilt the backrest rearward for easier removal of the front Installation head restraints Push button 1 of the power adjustable head restraint Push button 1 up to bring the power adjustable head up for approximately 5 seconds restraint to its highest position Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop Pull out head restraint completely with both hands Adjust head restraint to the desired position For positioning of head restraints see also power seats front on page 45 and head restraints rear on page 52 50 Roll bar and head restraints rear The rear head restraints are integrated in the roll bar The roll bar will be automatically raised in an accident or in a potentially dangerous driving situation A ratchet noise can be heard when the roll bar is automatically raised The roll bar can be lowered again after an automatic deployment by pressing the upper half of the roll bar switch for at least 8 seconds until the roll bar drive mechanism audibly engages Then press the lower half of the switch to lower the roll bar If the roll bar was raised using the switch it will be automatically lowered when activat
55. quickly pulling out the belt Restraint systems 60 Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Drivin l 2 cluster display Restraint systems Caution For safety reasons avoid adjusting the seat or backrest into positions which could affect the correct seat belt position Warning USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY e Seat belts can only work when used properly Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident e Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents including rollovers The integrated restraint system includes SRS driver airbag front passenger airbag door mounted side impact airbags ETR seat belt emergency tensioning retractors and front seat knee bolsters The system is designed to enhance the protection offered to properly belted occupants in certain frontal front airbags and side side impact airbags impacts which exceed preset deployment thresholds Practical hints Car care Technical data Never wear belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your clothing such as eyeglasses pens keys etc as these might cause injuries Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm against your
56. refer to Technical Data information See your authorized Mercedes Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires Warning for summer and winter operation They can also offer Worn old tires can cause accidents If the tire tread advice concerning tire service and purchase is badly worn or if the tires have sustained damage replace them Tire replacement When replacing rims use only genuine Mercedes Benz wheel bolts specified for the Front tires should be replaced in sets Rims and tires particular rim type Failure to do so can result in must be of the correct size and type For dimensions the bolts loosening and possibly an accident see Technical Data We recommend that you break in new tires for approx 60 miles 100 km at moderate speed 250 Rotating wheels CLK 430 Wheel rotation applies only when winter tires are mounted on all four wheels The wheels can be rotated according to the degree of tire wear while retaining the same direction of travel Rotating however should be carried out as recommended by the tire manufacturer before the characteristic tire wear pattern shoulder wear on front wheels and tread center wear on rear wheels becomes visible as otherwise the driving properties deteriorate Important Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement Tires Wheels Notes Th
57. seat slide is provided with a safety feature The automatic process is interrupted if the backrest of the sliding seat is pushed against an occupant or object The seat will slide forward stop and make 3 attempts sliding backward To halt the automatic process activate the power seat switch Investigate and correct the cause of interruption Now use memory button or power seat switch to bring seat into desired position The backrest release lever 1 also serves as a rest for the front seat belt bringing it within easy reach Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock your vehicle The power seats can also be operated with the driver s or passenger door open Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury Never place hands under seat or near any moving 53 parts during a seat adjustment procedure Seats Instruments and controls Multicontour seat optional Some models may be equipped with multicontour seats These seats have movable seat cushions and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support Instrument Drivi see cluster display Operation We recommend to adjust the multicontour seat in the following order 1 Seat cushion depth Slide the switch fore or aft until your legs are su
58. special child seat properly installed the passenger front airbag will not deploy The indicator lamp located on the center console will be illuminated except with electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0 The system does not deactivate the door mounted side impact airbag BabySmart is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp Warning The BabySmart airbag deactivation system will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it It will not work with child seats which are not BabySmart compatible Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat e g pillow since it reduces the effectiveness of the deactivation system Follow the manufacturer s instructions for installation of special child seats The passenger side front airbag will not deploy only if the indicator lamp remains illuminated Please be sure to check the indicator every time you use the special system child seat Should the light go out while the restraint is installed please check installation If the light remains out do not use the BabySmart restraint to transport children on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired Self test BabySmart without special child seat installed After turning electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 the indicator lamp located on the center console comes on for approx 6 seconds and then extinguishes If the indicator lamp should not come
59. storage compartment until handle 1 locks in place Luggage cover Instruments ats Instrument Operation Driving and controls cluster display Important To prevent damage to soft top or luggage cargo when lowering the roof e load trunk only to the height of the luggage cover e do not permit luggage cargo to raise the closed luggage cover e do not load anything on top of the luggage cover e do not operate the luggage cover with the soft top lowered Doing so will result in damage to the luggage cover or the soft top Note Opening and closing of the soft top can only be done with the luggage cover and trunk lid closed 239 Practical hints Instruments 5 D Instrument Operation Driving and controls cluster display Practical hints Spare wheel vehicle jack Spare wheel vehicle tools storage compartment Lift trunk floor and engage handle in grip molding of luggage cover To remove spare tire Turn luggage bowl counterclockwise and remove To store spare tire Place spare tire in wheel well and secure it with luggage bowl Turn luggage bowl clockwise to its stop Note Always lower trunk floor before closing trunk lid E P68 00 2232 26 1 Trunk floor 2 Handle 3 Luggage bowl 4 Vehicle tools 240 Vehicle jack Warning The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack
60. tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement For rim and tire specifications refer to Technical Data Warning The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only Use for over a total of 12 000 miles 20 000 km aggregate of all uses may cause wheel rim failure leading to an accident and possible injuries The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those of the road wheels for the rear axle As a result the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a spare wheel mounted on the rear axle The spare wheel should only be used temporarily and replaced with a regular road wheel as quick as possible Tires Wheels 253 SMUT Operation Driving asuinn Practical hints Car care Wena feel and controls cluster display data Instruments Instrument and controls Operation Driving Tires Wheels Changing wheels Warning The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is raised Be certain that the jack is always vertical when in use especially on hills Alway
61. turn signals fails the turn signal indicator 2 High beam exterior lamp switch position EJ system flashes and sounds at a faster than normal rate 115 Combination switch Instruments Operation Driving m unan and controls cluster display Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Combination switch 0 Wiper off I Intermittent wiping optional rain sensor One initial wipe pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor monitoring the wetness of the windshield Notes With switch in this position one wipe occurs when turning the electronic main key in steering Optional rain sensor Do not leave in intermittent setting when vehicle Push briefly for single wipe without adding washer is taken to an automatic car wash or during fluid use only when windshield is wet windshield cleaning Wiper will operate in presence of water spray at windshield and wiper may be damaged as a result 6 Control for windshield wiper washer system Push past detent and hold to activate wiper and washer II Normal wiper speed 7 Windshield wiper III Fast wiper speed Notes The windshield washer reservoir hoses and nozzles are automatically heated 116 Windshield wiper smears Hazard warning flasher switch If the windshield wiper smears the windshield even during rain activate the washer system as often as necessary The fluid in the washer reservoir should
62. voice connection between the Client Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be established Information regarding the operation of your vehicle the nearest Mercedes Benz Center or Mercedes Benz USA products and services is available to you If you have chosen the Route Guidance Service only USA your communication will be transferred to our Emergency Response Center who will provide the appririate information For more details concerning this optional service please contact the Emergency Response Center at 1 800 756 9018 The Tele Aid system is operational one the electronic key in steering lock is turned to position 1 or 2 The indicator lamps in the SOS Roadside Assistance and Information buttons light up for approx 5 seconds after switching on the ignition Important If the indicator lamps do not start flashing after pressing one of the buttons or remain illuminated in red at any time the Tele Aid system has detected a fault or the service is not currently active and may not initiate a call Visit your Mercedes Benz Center and have the system checked or contact the Response Center at 1 800 756 9018 in the USA or 1 888 923 8367 in Canada as soon as possible Upgrade Signals Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority e Automatic emergency e Manual emergency e Roadside assistance e Information Tele Aid 177 Instruments Operation Driving Mau ei Prac
63. water in the engine oil Have the engine oil checked Practical hints Car care When the ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK LEVEL message appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature the engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum mark on the dipstick When this occurs the warning will first come on intermittently and then stay on if the oil level drops further If no oil leaks are noted continue to drive to the nearest service station where the engine oil should be topped to the full mark on the dipstick with an approved oil The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty 233 ELEC STABIL PROG Js 1 A malfunction has been detected in the system Pressing the Electronic stability program accelerator pedal will require greater effort Only partial engine output will be available ELEC n STAB L n PROG 2 This message may be displayed if the power supply was interrupted battery disconnected or empty F 3 Synchronize ESP See page 209 UISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 2125 21 Line 1 Line 2 C DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP 3 ELEC STABIL PROG VISIT WORKSHOP 3 C Category see page 222 Malfunction and warning messages 234 Instrument HIN ETERS Se Operation Driving i Practical hints and controls cluster di
64. will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty 224 ABS SYSTEM AES SYSTEM UISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 2938 21 Line 1 Line 2 C ABS SYSTEM VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page 222 A malfunction has been detected in the system The brake system functions in the usual manner but without antilock assistance With the ABS malfunctioning the BAS and ESP are also switched off Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Malfunction and warning messages BRAKE ASSIST BRAKE ASSIST BAS UISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 2097 21 Line 1 Line 2 C BRAKE ASSIST VISIT WORKSHOP 2 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page 222 A malfunction has been detected in the system The brake system functions in the usual manner but without BAS 229 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Driving Practical hints Car care cluster display Instruments Instrument and controls Operation Driving cluster display Malfunction and warning messages BRAKE LINING WEAR BRAKE LIA IHG WEAR ins 1 LA JISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 3581 21 Line 1 Line 2 C BRAKE LINING WEAR VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page 222
65. 01 26 213 Exterior lamps Instruments and controls High mounted stop lamp Adjusting headlamp aim Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important The high mounted stop lamp 3rd brake lamp and the To check and readjust a headlamp follow steps 1 additional turn signals on the exterior mirrors are through 5 equipped with LEDs Please note Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center if a fault or defect occurs Low beam adjustments simultaneously aim the high beam e Vehicle should have a normal trunk load 1 Park vehicle on level surface approximately 25 ft 7 6 m from a vertical test screen or wall The centerline of the vehicle must be at a 90 angle to the test screen 274 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Operation Driving Instruments and controls Operation Exterior lamps 2 Low beams on Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints 275286 T M P82 10 2382 26 N82 10 2396 26 3 Low beams off Using a carpenter s level align and mark a vertical Measure the vertical height from the floor to centerline 8 on the test screen using the vertex of reference point 10 on high beam lens Subtract the angle formed in each beam image As a check approx 2 inches 53 mm from measurement and the distance between centerlines should be mark a horizontal centerline 9 on t
66. 170 The first 1 000 miles 1500 km The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break in period the more satisfied you will be with its performance later on Therefore drive your vehicle during the first 1 000 miles 1500 km at moderate vehicle and engine speeds During this period avoid heavy loads full throttle driving and excessive engine speeds Avoid accelerating by kickdown It is not recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear We recommend that you select positions 3 2 or 1 only at moderate speeds for hill driving After 1000 miles 1 500 km speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum The first 1 000 miles Maintenance Approximately 30 days or 2 000 miles 2000 km prior to the next recommended service the remaining distance or days are displayed in the multifunction indicator See Flexible service system FSS on page 107 We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes Benz Center in accordance with the Service Booklet at the times called for by the FSS Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Service Booklet at the designated times mileage may result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Check regularly and before a long trip see page 213 171 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Operation Practical
67. 2 Should any subsequent malfunctions occur they will be displayed in the malfunction message memory Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system 103 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Individual settings SET TIME SETTI Hes CAM BE SET AT STANDSTILL SET TIME HOURS 10 MINUTES 22 RETURN LISTIH A TEMP INDICATOR RETURN TO FACTORY SETI HG amp S gt CONF IRM BY PRESSING R STATION SEARCH USIHG Ry mm SETTINGS CAN BE SET AT STANDSTILL RETURN USING R 104 P54 90 2753 25 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings 7 STATION SEARCH USING radio adjustment 2 SET TIME HOURS FREQUENCY use the EAN or IK button to Only vehicles without COMAND select a frequency 3 SET TIME MINUTES MEMORY use the EAN or A button to select Only vehicles without COMAND a Stored station preset memory 4 12 24 HOURS the unit set is displayed in the 8 See page 106 for instructions on returning the instrument cluster setting menus to the factory settings Only vehicles without COMAND 5 TE
68. 294 295 293 295 295 296 296 297 298 298 291 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation cluster display Driving Cleaning and care of the vehicle Cleaning and care of the vehicle Warning Many cleaning products can be hazardous Some are poisonous others are flammable Always follow the instructions on the particular container Always open your vehicle s doors or windows when cleaning the inside Never use fluids or solvents that are not designed for cleaning your vehicle In operation your vehicle is subjected to varying external influences which if gone unchecked can attack the paintwork as well as the underbody and cause lasting damage Such damage is caused not only by extreme and varying climatic conditions but also by air polution road salt tar gravel and stone chipping Grease and oil fuel coolant brake fluid bird droppings insects tree resins etc should be removed immediately to avoid paint damage Frequent washing reduces and or eliminates the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influences Technical data Car care Practical hints More frequent washings are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions for example near the ocean in industrial areas smoke exhaust emissions or during winter operation You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent the st
69. 6 26 Center console front By touching the bottom of the cover lightly the ashtray opens automatically Instrument Practical hints cluster display Prior to removing the ashtray insert move the gear selector lever to position N Warning Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still With the gear selector lever in position N turn off the engine and set the parking brake Otherwise the vehicle might move as a result of unintended contact with the gear selector lever To remove ashtray Push sliding knob 1 toward the right to eject the insert To install ashtray Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage 150 Lighter Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 Push in lighter 1 it will pop out automatically when hot Warning Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they are extremely hot hold at knob only The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W P68 20 2105 26 Interior equipment 151 Instruments aes Instrument Operation Driving and controls i Practical hints cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Interior equipment Cargo tie down rings Parcel net in front passenger footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell It is for small and light items such as road maps mail etc Warning
70. 6 Notes If the warning lamp in the switch comes on then a The switch is located in the center console malfunction has been detected In this case drive only Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 with the roll bar raised until the problem has been corrected Raise the roll bar by pressing the upper half Press switch of the roll bar switch Have the system checked at your authorized 1 Raise roll bar Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible 2 Lower roll bar Items being transported in the rear passenger l _ n l compartment should be placed in such a manner as not The lowering or raising procedure is immediately to affect the movement of the roll bar when being interrupted by releasing the roll bar switch raised Seats 52 Instruments Instrument Technical Practical hints Car care Operation Drivin k 2 cluster display data and controls Instruments and controls Seats Instrument Operation Driving Backrest ie a i Sie zo l l j ey j 2 4 g P91 40 2101 26 1 Release lever Folding forward Lift release lever 1 and fold backrest forward The seat will automatically slide forward and the head restraint will move down Folding back Lift release lever 1 and fold backrest back The seat and head restraint return to their previous positions To interrupt the procedure activate the power seat switch Practical hints cluster display Notes The automatic
71. 8 Towing Instruments Operation Driving Hin Te and controls cluster display Practical hints Instruments Operation Driving Instrument and controls i Practical hints Car care cluster display Exterior lamps Bulbs Notes To prevent a possible electrical short circuit switch off lamp prior to replacing a bulb Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important When replacing bulbs install only 12 volt bulbs with Check and readjust headlamps at regular intervals and the specified watt rating when a bulb has been replaced Headlamp adjustment When replacing halogen bulbs do not touch glass For adjusting headlamp aim see page 274 portion of bulb with bare hands Use plain paper or a clean cloth Replacing bulbs Warning Warning Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp Bulbs and bulb holders can be very hot Allow the and its components We recommend that you have lamp to cool down before changing a bulb such work done by a qualified technician Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you e touch or move it when hot e drop the bulb e scratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection 269 Headlamp assembly Halogen P82 10 2394 26 1 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 2 Cover for low beam headlamp 3 Cover for high beam headlamp parking and standing lamp Exterior lamps Instrument cluster display Instruments
72. 8 00 2067 26 Warning Keep compartment lids closed This will help to 1 Unlocking Turn mechanical key to vertical position prevent stored objects from being thrown about and remove and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident and sudden maneuvers 2 Locking Turn mechanical key to the right and remove 3 Opening Pull on handle 148 Interior equipment Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Driving and controls Interior equipment Storage compartments in center console a cS TA C a CA P6s 00 2193 26 To open cup holder Briefly press button 7 The cup holder opens To open compartment in armrest automatically Press button 4 and lift lid To store cup holder To open compartment under armrest Push button 7 down until cup holder engages Close Press button 5 and lift lid cover 6 To close Caution Lower lid until it engages in lock Keep cup holder closed while traveling Place only To open cover containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills Touch top of cover 6 slightly The cover opens Do not fill containers to a height where the contents 149 automatically could spill during vehicle maneuvers especially hot liquids Instruments and controls Operation Driving Interior equipment Ashtray mo P68 20 210
73. ABS is operational If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp stays illuminated have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Warning ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or aquaplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Note To alert following vehicles to slippery road conditions you discover operate your hazard warning flashers as appropriate 207 Driving systems Instruments and controls Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical Operation Drivin gt 2 cluster display data Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Practical hints Car care Driving Operation Driving systems Electronic stability program ESP The ESP enhances directional control and reduces driving wheel spin of the vehicle under various driving conditions Over understeering of the vehicle is counteracted by applying brakes to the appropriate wheel to create a
74. Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle Transmission selector lever manually unlocking Bulbs Adjusting headlamp aim Changing batteries in the electronic main key Raising soft top manually Antenna Manual release for fuel filler flap Trunk lamp Replacing wiper blade insert 254 259 261 263 265 268 269 274 21I 280 287 287 288 288 237 ENS TENG Ne Operation Driving ustune Practical hints and controls cluster display First aid kit First aid kit Luggage cover The first aid kit is stored in the left trunk well Shelf below rear window Warning The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects This will avoid such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident or sudden maneuver The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects P65 10 2099 26 Stowing things in the vehicle 1 Handle Warning 2 Holder To help avoid personal injury during a collision or To cl t M sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing 0 close compartment things Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if Pull out on handle 1 to the stop and guide luggage possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than cover into left and right holders 2 the seat backs Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window 238 P65 1 0 2007 26 To open compartment Press button arrow Unhook luggage cover from holders 2 and guide luggage cover with handle 1 into
75. Benz Center as soon as possible 221 Instruments Instrument Car care and controls Operation Driving Practical hints cluster display Instruments and controls cluster display Instrument Operation Driving Malfunction and warning messages Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display Malfunction and warning messages for the following systems will be displayed immediately in the multifunction display They are divided into three categories Category Cl Messages of most immediate priority These cannot be clerared from the instrument cluster using the button Categories C2 and C3 Messages of less immediate priority These messages can be cleared from the instrument using the button and are then stored in the malfunction message memory See page 102 Practical hints Car care Notes Certain malfunction and warning messages are accompanied by an audible signal Malfunction and warning messages in red are always accompanied by an audible signal Temporary messages such as SWITCH OFF LIGHTS will not be stored in the malfunction message memory Warning All messages contain important information which should be taken note of and where malfunction indicated addressed as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Failure to repair condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty or result in property damage or pers
76. Benz authorized center technicians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes Benz servicing requirements For details refer to the Service Booklet Emission control Warning Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and lead to death Do not run the engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immediately If you must drive under these conditions drive only with at least one window fully open 173 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Operation Practical hints Driving to nanih Operation Driving Da neni Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Tele Aid Tele Aid Emergency calls The electronic key in the steering lock must be in position An emergency call is initiated automatically 1 or 2 for the Tele Aid to be operational following an accident in which the Emergency Tensioning Retractors ETR s or airbags deploy Important An emergency call can also be initiated manually by opening the cover next to the inside rear view mirror labeled SOS then pressing the button for longer than 2 seconds located under the cover Once th
77. Identification labels Layout of poly V belt drive Technical data Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities Engine oils Engine oil additives Air conditioner refrigerant Brake fluid Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirements Gasoline additives 300 Coolants 300 Consumer information 301 Uniform tire quality grading 302 Index 303 307 309 309 309 309 310 310 311 311 313 313 315 Product information Kindly observe the following in your own best interest We recommend using Mercedes Benz original 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 their 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 Mercedes Benz original 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 Introduction Introduction Operator s manual This Op
78. Instruments and controls Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical Drivin cluster display data Operation Instruments Operation Driving Instrument and controls cluster display Restraint systems Fastening of seat belts 1 P91 40 2048 26 1 Latch plate 2 Buckle 3 Release button Practical hints Push latch plate 1 into buckle 2 until it clicks Do not twist the belt A twisted seat belt may cause injury To help avoid severe or fatal injuries the lap belt must be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen Warning Always fasten your seat belt before driving off Always make sure your passengers are properly restrained even those sitting in the rear 59 Unfastening of seat belts _ P91 40 2102 26 P91 40 2065 26 Tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder Push the release button 3 in the belt buckle 2 Allow portion up the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by The shoulder portion of the seat belt must be pulled guiding the latei plate H snug and checked for snugness immediately after f o Operation engaging it Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during close as possible to the middle of your shoulder it sudden vehicle stops or when quickly pulling on the should not touch the neck belt The locking function of the reel may be checked by
79. LANT CHECK LEVEL P54 30 2137 21 Line 1 Line 2 C COOLANT CHECK LEVEL 2 C Category see page 222 When this message appears while driving the coolant level has dropped below the required level If no leaks are noticeable and the engine temperature does not increase continue to drive to the nearest service station and have coolant added to the coolant system Practical hints Car care The low engine coolant level warning should not be ignored Extended driving with the symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Notes Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system The engine will overheat causing major engine damage Monitor the coolant temperature gauge while driving See page 248 for instructions on adding coolant Warning Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts You can be seriously burned 228 COOLANT TEMP coolant temperature COOLAHT atia a a igi STOP ENGINE OFF Pas 30 2141 21 Line 1 Line 2 C COOLANT TEMP VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page 222 1 Observe coolant temperature gauge see page 84 This may indicate that the poly V belt has broken Should this condition occur the poly V belt must be replaced before continuing to operate the vehicle Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inop
80. MP INDICATOR the unit set is displayed in the outside temperature display in the instrument Notes cluster and in the automatic air conditioner display 9 Selection marker indicates the setting selected These settings may only be performed with the vehicle 6 TEXT sets the language used in the at standstill and with the key in steering lock position 1 multifunction display or 2 105 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instruments Instrument Operation Drivin Practical hints Car care and controls H 2 cluster display Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Press the or button repeatedly until the To return setting menus 4 to 8 to their factory settings individual setting preliminary display 1 appear e Call up the individual setting preliminary Press the EAN or Keg button until the required setting display 1 menu 2 to 8 is displayed e Press the button in the instrument cluster for Pressing the or E button sets the time in approximately 3 seconds Display 9 will appear setting menus 2 3 and controls the selection marker in setting menus 4 to 8 The settings made are stored and applied immediately e Press the button once more the message RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS appears in the display The individual setting preliminary display 1 will appear ag
81. OO HIGH F EA REDUCE REVS P3 3027012 Line 1 Line 2 C OIL TEMP TOO HIGH REDUCE REVS 2 C Category see page 222 There is a danger of engine damage change to a higher gear or reduce road speed Check the engine oil level as soon as the vehicle returns to operating temperature See Engine oil level indicator on the page 110 Practical hints Car care ENGINE OIL LEVEL EHGIHE O1L LEVEL To Paaa CHECK LEVEL P54 30 2157 21 Line 1 Line 2 C ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK LEVEL 2 ENGINE OIL LEVEL STOP ENGINE OFF 1 ENGINE OIL LEVEL REDUCE OIL LEVEL 2 ENGINE OIL LEVEL VISIT WORKSHOP 2 ENGINE OIL SENSOR VISIT WORKSHOP 2 ENGINE OIL VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page 222 1 The engine oil level must be checked immediately See Engine oil level indicator on page 110 232 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Driving cluster display Malfunction and warning messages 2 There is no oil in the engine There is a danger of engine damage 3 There is a risk of damaging the engine or catalytic converter The engine oil level must be checked immediately See Engine oil level indicator on page 110 4 The engine oil level has dropped to a critical level Check the engine oil level immediately See Engine oil level indicator on page 110 and check the engine for visible leakage loss of oil 5 The measuring system is malfunctioning 6 It may be that there is
82. S Electronic stability program ESP What you should know at the gas station Check regularly and before a long trip Instrument cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster On board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp Supplemental restraint system SRS indicator lamp Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning Electronic stability program ESP warning lamp BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp ABS malfunction indicator lamp Telescoping steering column indicator lamp Seat belt warning lamp 200 201 204 206 208 211 213 216 216 218 218 219 219 219 220 220 Malfunction and indicator lamps in the center console AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp Roll bar warning lamp Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display DISPLAY DEFECTIVE engine control unit DISPLAY DEFECTIVE several systems BATTERY ALTERNATOR ABS SYSTEM BRAKE ASSIST BRAKE LINING WEAR BRAKE FLUID PARKING BRAKE ENGINE FAN COOLANT coolant level COOLANT TEMP coolant temperature LIGHTING SYSTEM LIGHT SENSOR STEER WHEEL ADJUST OIL TEMP ENGINE OIL LEVEL ELEC STABIL PROG Electronic stability program WASHER FLUID 221 221 221 222 223 229 224 2293 223 226 226 221 221 228 229 230 231 231 252 252 234 235 Practical hints First aid kit Shelf below rear window Stowing things in the vehicle Luggage cover Spare w
83. S cT Press the key located below muting The radio will then be muted and high speed ose oe mua the desired band The band tuning will take place until the button is released ott te an selected is shown in the top The following tuning intervals will be shown on the AM We AUO SE line of the display display Hpi FM 200 kHz molt EAS AM 10 kHz Fr tie ALD SC WB Channels 1 7 Frequency ranges FM 87 9 107 9 MHz AM 530 1710 kHz Seek tuning WB approx 162 MHz Press either the BM or BE button The radio will tune to the next receivable station Audio system 131 Instruments and controls Instrument i Practical hints Car care cluster display Operation Driving Instruments Instrument Operation Driving i Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Audio system Scan tuning Storing stations Iii Press the SC key Each strong Hold the number button down for approximately yer cz plj Teceivable station on the band 2 seconds The currently displayed frequency is stored este Nee eae selected will be tuned in for on the selected station button The storage procedure is AM iB AIL SL 8 seconds The first scan will confirmed by a short signal tone tune only the stations with a high signal strength The second scan will tune every receivable station By pressing either the EN IEA BEB or BRB buttons or the SC key the scan mode Press the desired station button can be cancelled Retrieving a station from memory
84. SA or 1 800 387 0100 in Canada e Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver s door To start the engine insert the electronic main key in the steering lock There could be a slight delay until the electronic main key can be turned in the steering lock 27 Central locking system Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Central locking system Central locking system Radio frequency and infrared remote control The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control Due to the extended operational range of the remote control it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button If one of the transmit buttons is pressed the battery check lamp lights up briefly indicating that the batteries are in order See page 288 for checking batteries PBO 30 2070 26 The vehicle doors trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control 1 Transmit button Opening and closing the windows remotely can only be Locking done with the infrared portion of the remote control Unlockin Aim transmitter eye at a receiver 6 or 7 press and 8 hold transmit button or Seg Opening trunk if not separately locked If the electronic key is inserted in steering loc
85. SIC etine eres tans ter nean ian once eo eee 120 DELO SS MS WATIGOWS is ses uccns eaten coecn sh cae aeea dae 121 PEROS E Sire ea re a A 121 Display and contol aia tease a osha 120 Pust mtetea a e a E N 124 Economy e aa a E E aceee ae aees 121 315 Rear window defroster cccccccesccceesscoeeees 122 Residual engine heat utilization REST 123 SPECIES eS ares ess aaeit uc aee aera ein 121 Automatic transmission sieer ia e a 183 Bimercency operdomo Mais ooshee seen 19 Fid leve loe cn E eae cee 247 Program mode selector switch ccccceeeeeeees 190 Sclectomlever Position e rema a re eres 186 Transmission selector lever Manually unlocking renon a a ceseeneee sees 268 B BabySmart airbag deactivation system 63 oE RE Re rn PPL le E E 63 Bae S Ue T ese ae NG a th a nee 53 BAS Brake assist SYStCiih 1 2 so rc eee id etciee ees neces 204 Baere e a S E heen wate cena ee et 261 Baterya eC ye E ss card meren atest tenet ate nites 262 BATTERY CHARGE malfunction and Wall SMES SAVES au Gio iosnnyetcr ata estas eee 224 BRAKE ASSIST malfunction and Warne TVG SSAVICS wines a e see eueaeaiae ats 225 Brake assist system BAS ccccceccceeeeeceeeeeeneeeeees 204 Malfunction indicator lamp c csceceeeneeeeees 219 Bake MUU veers chants cote E ee ees aerate eee 309 BRAKE FLUID malfunction and WALT MeCSSAUES ar Ea E 226 BRAKE LINING WEAR malfunction and Warm
86. Trip and main odometer ae a 90 Multifunction steering wheel cccececeseeeeeeees 86 N Navigation system Multifunction display 99 0 On board diagnostic system ccceececeseeeeeneeeeeees 216 Operators Manuali moe aoe e a a es 8 Outside temperature indicator cece cece ee eeee eens 84 Overhead controlpane iiine e 21 P Pane DUO M a E E EE 33 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 152 PaK e aan ee ssee he se eee nd Aenean a sesnes 195 Par kine Drak Coasrteccemnc or caqe tenes er et anita tae 192 PARKING BRAKE malfunction and warnine Messages eoe neue reel ins 227 POWer assistance ae o eat ners enn mee tos een 193 321 POWER Seal S IROM ee canoes eee A ces eee 45 BaCKECS es reg aa CRU ee E au aa 53 POWER WINDOWS eaa Ar noise sete a 143 Express opening and closing ccceeeeeeeeeees 144 Opening and closing 2 33 0 eee 32 Operated with soft top switch s ssseeseseseesese 145 SW MCMPOMIUZ OS e a E a saree 144 Problems with your venicl cersesc 14 Product MOMAN Seascetse etn E EE cede nee oa 7 R Ronseis oE eona cate ney ee ace E 116 Rear view mirrors FE XTCELON S e sac A A E S 76 MoE O A E eee 75 Replacing wiper blade imsert ccccseeeeeneeeees 288 RESERVE KE Vinci rat sr ea tren aie aloes eee 26 Roll bar S Wil E E AE kta ae ner eh eee esos eben 5 WY criti Tani pneu E ener een 221 Roller blind FORT Z ONG E de mean Rau enn 167
87. Verdc lester cee ccc E ah ee eee renter 168 S Safety guidelines for the seat belt emergency tensioning retractor and airbag ceceeeeeees 70 Sean De Sea a E E ceenreen eaves ances 3 IS ASTOR OR acca a a AR 59 Seat belt nonusage warning system 0 58 Unas CMs ct ct aeetieeatac orice tee tee 60 Warmin O lt VAR a dock da eee ese eaten eee 220 Seat belts and supplemental restraint System SKS sccioeeiiear ao eee 57 Service indicator See flexible service system ESS c cceeeees 107 Setting the audio VOLUME cece cesececeseeeeeeeeees 106 Shelf below rear WINdOW cccccsseecesececeneceeseees 238 SNOW CHAINS settee tote oe rer ee ee Aare cote ena 198 320 SON LOM sc a E E oe eens een mae 158 Eimer senc y operation wear vee a E cee 280 TOW Cli S EE eae em et le tee tee eae on 160 Rasno ooae ae ees eet eee eee 162 S Pare Par S SCEVICE an a a nse aes coe eee 300 Spare Whee lls see on cane cna ee mes can eaeen stant 240 252 SRS dicato ban p cesses e a eines 218 Starting and turning off the engine eee 182 STEER WHEEL ADJUST malfunction and Wari IMeSSAC CS sha tee ccs hee aay oie 231 SLCHI O TOCK nae gate ct eae ne ene 180 Storage compartment AUK TIO Ob Se r carck arene nae 240 Storage compartments CEMT COn SOLE ters eee aa Ae toe cases ase 149 GOVE DOK ay recat R edna A enon 148 Stowing things in the vehicle cccceceseceeeeee
88. a Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities Engine oils Engine oil additives Air conditioner refrigerant Brake fluid Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirements Gasoline additives Coolants Consumer information Uniform tire quality grading Index 300 300 301 302 303 307 309 309 309 309 310 310 311 311 313 313 315 299 Instrument cluster display Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Technical data Spare parts service All authorized Mercedes Benz Centers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for maintenance and repair work In addition strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service More than 300 000 different spare parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Mercedes Benz original spare parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically developed manufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes Benz vehicles Therefore Mercedes Benz original spare parts should be installed Important The use of non genuine parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes Benz could damage the vehicle which damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty or compromise its durability or safety Practical hints Technical Car care data Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information boo
89. a moving vehicle with the backrest reclined Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause serious or even fatal injuries The backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body Note For cleaning and care of the seat belts see page 294 Seat belt nonusage warning system With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 a warning sounds for a short time if the driver s seat belt is not fastened Restraint systems Warning Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident You and your passengers should always wear seat belts If you are ever in an accident your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled Without your seat belt buckled you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash the possibility for injury or death is lessened if you are wearing your seat belt Warning Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt 58
90. actor ETR that was activated must be replaced No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS This includes changing or removing any component or part of the SRS the installation of additional trim material badges etc over the steering wheel hub front passenger airbag cover or front door trim panels and installation of additional electrical electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring Keep area between airbags and occupants free of objects e g packages purses umbrellas etc An airbag system component within the steering wheel gets hot after the airbag has inflated Do not touch Improper work on the system including incorrect installation and removal can lead to possible injury through an unintended activation of the SRS Restraint systems 70 Instruments Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls Operation Driving i cluster display data e In addition through improper work there is the risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended airbag deployment Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center e For your protection and the protection of others when scrapping the airbag unit or emergency tensioning retractor our safety instructions must be followed These instructions are available at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center e Given the considerab
91. aightahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics 313 Technical Car care data Instruments Operation Driving Da oneni Practical hints Car care Technical and controls cluster display data Consumer information Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause excessive heat build up and possible tire failure 314 Index ABS Antilock brake system cccccseeeeseeeeenees 206 ABS SYSTEM malfunction and warnine IMCSSASES aces suen atl yc wsdash cate lasers eens 225 Adjusting headlamp aim
92. ain after you have run through all the setting menus The individual setting preliminary display 1 will appear if you do not press the button within about 5 seconds The setting menus will not be Pressing the or button displays the next or reset previous system Notes Setting the audio volume You can only adjust the volume of the system currently in use The volume setting for each system audio telephone navigation and voice recognition system is The individual setting preliminary display 1 will stored separately appear if you speed up Settings can only be selected with the vehicle stationary or moving slowly Setting button The setting menu previously called up will reappear when the vehicle stops or slows down providing no increases the volume other system has been called up in the meantime E reduces the volume 106 Flexible service system FSS service indicator l 201 l 20km h Ca mph Le SERVICE A v IH 1000 MILES The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions of the vehicle The symbol or appears together with a message in the multifunction indicator prior to the next suggested service Depending on operating conditions throughout the year the next service is calculated and displayed in days or distance remaining P54 30 2765 26 Flexible service system The message is displayed for approx 10 seconds when turning the
93. aised manually This procedure should be performed top manually Otherwise there is the possibility of with great care by two persons contact between the trunk lid and the soft top We recommend to take off your watch or other jewelry to Con ene T prevent personal injury j A combination open end hex socket wrench in the WITTE vehicle tool kit is required for this job Do not place your hands near the roll bar soft top frame upper windshield area or soft top storage 1 Engage parking brake compartment or between the soft top rods while the soft top is being raised and locked 2 Lower windows and open doors ee p Serious personal injury may occur 3 Lower roll bar with roll bar switch Note If the roll bar cannot be lowered carefully guide the soft top across the roll bar Lift the rear window over the roll bar 4 For safety reasons remove electronic key from steering lock Emergency operation of soft top 280 Instruments Operation Driving Hin Te Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display ENS TENG NS Operation Driving Ine nacre Practical hints and controls cluster display Emergency operation of soft top P65 10 2009 26 P77 30 2031 26 5 Unlock soft top storage compartment 6 Place open end wrench 1 Supplied in vehicle tool kit on bolt between backrest and soft top compartment cover Turn wrench 1 in direction of arrow to its stop and remove Open trunk lid with mechanical k
94. amp in lamp switch comes on Rear fog lamp pull out to 2nd detent in addition to fog lamps Yellow indicator lamp in lamp switch comes on Standing lamps When the vehicle is parked on the street the standing lamps right or left side parking lamps can be turned on making the vehicle more visible to passing vehicles The standing lamps cannot be operated with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 112 Notes With the electronic key removed and the driver s door open a warning sounds and the message SWITCH OFF LIGHTS in the multifunction indicator appears if the vehicle s exterior lamps except standing lamps are not switched off Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and or the low beam headlamps on Fog lamps should only be used in conjunction with low beam headlamps Consult your State or Province Motor Vehicle Regulations regarding allowable lamp operation Fog lamps are automatically switched off when the exterior lamp switch is turned to position Je Exterior lamp switch Daytime running lamps Canada only When the engine is running and the selector lever is in a driving position the low beam headlamps includes parking lamps side marker lamps taillamps and license plate lamps are automatically switched on When shifting from a driving position to position N or P the low beam switches off 2 seconds delay For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch shoul
95. and controls cluster display Practical hints a runoni Operation Driving oeenn Practical hints and controls cluster display Tires Wheels CLK 430 shown Insert jack arm fully into the tube hole up to the stop Place jack on firm ground Position the jack so The tube openings are located directly behind the front wheel that it is always vertical plumb line as seen from housing and in front of the rear wheel housings the side see arrow even if the vehicle is parked on an incline 7 Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the ground Never start engine while vehicle is raised 256 ENS TEN IS Operation Driving sonun Practical hints and controls cluster display Tires Wheels P40 10 2167 26 8 Unscrew upper most wheel bolt and install 10 Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub alignment bolt 1 supplied in the tool kit Remove Install wheel on wheel hub Insert wheel bolts and the remaining bolts Keep bolt threads protected tighten them slightly f dirt and d rom dirt and san To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub 9 Remove wheel Grip wheel from the sides Keep and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt hands from beneath the wheels Unscrew the alignment bolt 1 to install the last wheel bolt 257 11 Lower vehicle Remove jack and insert jack tube cover 12 Using the wrench tighten the five bolts evenly following the sequence illustrated until a
96. ap is not closed tight In all cases we recommend that you have the malfunction checked as soon as possible see page 218 Function indicator lamp on the center console eame Front passenger airbag automatically A OFF switched off see page 63 82 Activating instrument cluster display Instrument lamps The instrument cluster is activated by e Opening the door e Pressing button Q or amp on the instrument cluster e Turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 e Switching on the exterior lamps Display illumination The display for temperature odometer multifunction P54 30 2767 26 indicator FSS indicator and clock is illuminated briefly when opening the driver s door Activate the instrument cluster The display illumination brightness responds Press or amp button to vary intensity of instrument automatically according to changes in the surrounding lamps light sensitivity To briefly illuminate the display with electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0 press button 83 Instrument cluster Instruments and controls Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical Operation Drivin l 2 cluster display data Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Technical data Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Instrument cluster Coolant temperature gauge 3 During severe operating conditions and stop and go city traffic th
97. ar can also be activated using their respective switches see page 143 and page 51 etmene Operation Driving D a Practical hints Car care ocenie and controls cluster display data Soft top Note If the indicator lamp in the soft top switch blinks slowly For safety reasons the soft top cannot be raised while while activating the switch driving e the battery voltage may be insufficient start engine and let it run while activating switch Warning The soft top is not fully closed and locked e if the indicator lamp in the soft top switch does not got out electronic key in steering lock position 2 e if the indicator lamp blinks and a signal sounds for 10 seconds when starting to drive Stop the vehicle and before continuing to drive close and lock the soft top If the soft top is not locked it may fold back or forward when driving During soft top operation do not place your hands near the roll bar soft top frame upper windshield area or soft top storage compartment Serious personal injury may occur To prevent possible accidents drive the vehicle only with the soft top either completely closed and locked or fully lowered into its storage compartment e the system may be overheated for example after lowering or raising the soft top approx 5 consecutive times after approx 10 minutes the soft top switch may be activated again If indicator lamp in the soft top switch blinks rapidly while activat
98. art of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the vehicle A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbody followed by a thorough inspection Damaged areas need to be reundercoated Your vehicle has been treated at the factory with a wax base rustproofing in the body cavities which will last for the lifetime of the vehicle Post production treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in the production process and others applied later We have selected car care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology You can obtain Mercedes Benz approved car care products at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center 292 Scratches corrosive deposits corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the car care products recommended here In such cases it is best to seek aid at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center The following topics deal with the cleaning and care of your vehicle and give important how to information as well as references to Mercedes Benz approved car care products Additional information can be found in the booklet titled Vehicle Care Guide Engine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical components and connectors
99. at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or Customer Service in 3 Portable remote control transmitter Canada at 1 800 387 0100 154 For operation in the USA only This device complies with Part 15 Subpart C Section 209 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING Changes or modification not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Programming or reprogramming the integrated remote control 1 Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 2 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 inches 5 cm to 12 cm away from the surface of the integrated remote control located on the inside rear view mirror keeping the indicator lamp in view 3 Using both hands simultaneously push the hand held transmitter button and the desired integrated remote control button Do not release the buttons until completing step 4 4 The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control will flash first slowly and then rapidly When the indicator lamp flashes rapidly both buttons may be released the rapid flashing lamp indicates successful programming of the new frequency signal To program the remaining two buttons f
100. batteries if the battery check lamp 2 does not 277 light up briefly PAO 30 2063 26 P80 30 2064 20 Insert mechanical key 4 in side opening 5 to open Change batteries 9 inserting new ones under contact latch Press briefly do not use mechanical key as lever spring 10 with plus side facing up to release battery compartment Return battery compartment into housing until locked Remove mechanical key from side opening in place Lift battery compartment in direction of arrow 7 and remove in direction of arrow 8 278 Electronic main key Practical hints Instruments Operation Driving Hin Te and controls cluster display Instruments Operation Driving Se and controls cluster display Practical hints Electronic main key Important Synchronizing remote control Batteries contain materials that can harm the The remote control may have to be resynchronized if environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked batteries is the preferred method of disposal For disposal please follow manufacturer s recommendation on battery package The remote control should once again be operational To synchronize insert electronic key in steering lock Replacement Battery Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent 219 Raising soft top manually Important In case of malfunction the power soft top can also be Ensure that the trunk lid is closed while raising the soft r
101. be mixed in the correct ratio see page 259 Blocked windshield wiper 4 If the windshield wiper becomes blocked for example due to snow switch off the wiper For safety reasons before removing ice or snow remove electronic key from steering lock Remove blockage Activate combination switch again electronic key in steering lock position 1 P54 25 2149 26 The hazard warning flasher can be activated with the switch located in the dashboard To activate hazard warning flasher press switch once To deactivate press switch again Note With the hazard warning flasher activated the combination switch in position for either left or right turn and the electronic main key in steering lock position 2 only the respective left or right side turn signals will operate 117 Hazard warning flasher Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Automatic climate control Automatic climate control 118 P83 40 2157 29 1 Air volume control for center air outlets turn wheel up to open 2 Air volume control for side air outlet To open air outlets Turn wheel to position Ea 3 Center air outlet adjustable 4 Side air outlet adjustable 5 Display and controls The system is always at operational readiness except when manually switched off The automatic climate con
102. ced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere Under extremely hard operating conditions this moisture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system thus reducing the system s efficiency The brake fluid must therefore be replaced every two years preferably in the spring It is recommended to use only brake fluid approved by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will provide you with additional information 309 Technical Car care data Instruments Operation Driving Da oneni and controls cluster display Fuels coolants lubricants etc Premium unleaded gasoline Caution To maintain the engine s durability and performance premium unleaded gasoline must be used If premium unleaded is not available and low octane fuel is used follow these precautions e have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular and fill up with premium unleaded as soon as possible e avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration e do not exceed an engine speed of 3000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two persons and no luggage e do not exceed 2 3 of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain Practical hints Car care Technical data Fuel requirements Use only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439 The octane number posted at the pump must be 91 min It is an average
103. ces is determined by the type Call up the trip odometer and main odometer by of driving for which the vehicle is used For example pressing button or on the multifunction driving at extreme speeds and cold starts combined steering wheel until the display appears See page 90 with short distance driving in which the engine does not reach operating normal temperature reduce the interval Press button EAN or eg until the FSS indicator E E appears Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system Important The FSS indicator is not an engine oil level indicator See page 110 for engine oil level indicator 108 Following a completed A or B service the Mercedes Benz Center sets the counter mileage to 10 000 miles Canada 15 000 km and 365 days The counter can also be set by any individual To do so Turn the electronic key in steering lock to position 2 To call up the trip odometer and main odometer press button or on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears See page 90 Press button EAN or keg until the FSS indicator appears Press button on the instrument cluster for approximately 2 seconds Flexible service system The multifunction display will show the question DO YOU WANT TO RESET SERVICE INTERVAL CONFIRM BY PRESSING R Press button on the instrument cluster again and hold until a signal sounds The message SERVICE INTERVAL HAS BEEN RESET appears in the m
104. cket 7 counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket Reinstall lamp assembly until properly seated Reinstall cover 3 271 Taillamp assemblies P82 10 2080 26 P82 10 2083 26 Open trunk lid 4 Driver s side Rear fog lamp 21 W 32 cp bulb 5 Backup lamp 21 W 32 cp bulb Swing cover aside bulbs 1 2 and 3 1 Turn signal lamp 21 W 24 cp bulb 9 Stop tail parking and side marker lam Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Push 1 4 W bulb i bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise 3 Tail and parking lamp 5 W 4 cp bulb Reinstall bulb socket Close cover bulbs 1 2 and 3 Exterior lamps 212 Instruments Operation Driving a unan and controls cluster display Practical hints ENS TENG NS Operation Driving sonne Practical hints and controls cluster display Exterior lamps Side marker lamp front 5 W 4 cp bulb Carefully slide lamp towards front arrow and remove back and first Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket push in and twist clockwise To reinstall lamp set front end of lamp in bumper and let back end snap into place ALD P82 10 23
105. ct while descending very steep or lengthy downgrades and only at speeds below 40 mph 60 km h selection will allow use of the engine s braking power downhill 189 Automatic transmission Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Instruments and controls Automa Instrument cluster display Driving Operation tic transmission Program mode selector switch The transmission is provided with a selector switch 1 for Standard S and Winter Wet Snow and ice W program modes S Standard mode Press switch on symbol S Use this mode for all regular driving The vehicle starts out in 1st gear Practical hints Car care Accelerator Operation Fast on depressing the accelerator pedal quickly not into kickdown position while driving continuously rather than depressing the accelerator pedal in the usual manner will cause the automatic transmission to shift down into a lower gear This gear shifting process is dependent on the current vehicle speed Fast off there will be no upshift when releasing the accelerator pedal quickly e g using the engine s braking power during performance driving Winter Wet snow and ice mode Press switch on symbol W The vehicle starts out in 2nd gear except with selector lever in 1st gear or with accelerator pedal in kick down position The W mode helps to improve tract
106. cured with hook and loop fasteners the soft top or scratching the rear window and unfold 2 Pull folded end sections in direction of arrow 1 and unfold in direction of arrow 2 Soft top 169 165 Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints P65 00 2039 26 Important The open end of the hooks must point toward the vehicle s front 3 Insert end section in right opening 3 on quarter panel first Then push left end section toward vehicle center arrow 4 until it meets the left opening Insert end section in left opening 5 Push down on wind screen 6 until it locks in place Wind screen Instruments Operation Driving Instrument and controls cluster display P65 00 2009 26 Removal Push left and right side buttons and remove wind screen upward Warning To prevent personal injury remove wind screen if rear seats are to be occupied by passengers 166 Instruments and controls Storing P65 00 201 1 26 Pull end sections in direction of arrow 1 and fold in direction of arrow 2 Place wind screen in its storage bag and close the bag Place bag in trunk and secure it with the provided hook and loop fasteners When the wind screen is not in use it should be stored in the closed storage bag to prevent possible damage to the wind screen or luggage cargo Wind screen Instrument cluster display Operation Drivin
107. d be turned to position to permit activation of the high beam headlamps Night security illumination When exiting the vehicle after driving with the exterior lamps on they switch on again for added illumination for approximately 30 seconds after closing the last door The lamp on time period can be changed at your Mercedes Benz Center 113 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Instruments Instrument Operation Driving Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Headlamp cleaning system Headlamp cleaning system optional The switch is located in the center console The headlamp washer can be activated with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 Briefly press symbol side of switch Za P82 15 2007 26 114 Combination switch 3 High beam flasher high beam available independent of exterior lamp switch position 4 Turn signals right 5 Turn signals left To signal minor directional changes such as changing lanes on a highway move combination switch to the point of resistance only and hold it there To operate the turn signals continuously move the combination switch past the point of resistance up or down The switch is automatically canceled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree P54 25 2034 26 Turn signal failure 1 Low beam exterior lamp switch position E If one of the
108. d Mercedes Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle A reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer 1 if the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or 2 the same substantial non conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once directly notified us in writing of the need to repair the non conformity and have given us an opportunity to perform the repair ourselves Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes Benz Regional Office listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet Maintenance 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 Roadside assistance 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 Client Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day 365 days a year Fo
109. de impact airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding a preset threshold Only the side impact airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle deploys The side impact airbag for the front passenger deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a properly positioned and fastened seat belt Note Heavy objects on front passenger seat can cause the side impact airbag to deploy in a crash 67 Important Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal front airbags impacts or side side impact airbags impacts which exceed preset thresholds Only during these types of impacts if of sufficient severity to meet the deployment thresholds will they provide their supplemental protection The driver and passenger should always wear their seat belts otherwise it is not possible for the airbags to provide their intended supplemental protection In cases of other frontal impacts angled impacts roll overs other side impacts rear collisions or other accidents in which the airbags are not designed to deploy the airbags will not be activated The driver and passenger will then be protected by the fastened seat belts We caution you not to rely on the presence of the airbags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt Restraint systems Instruments and controls Instrument Drivin gt cluster display Operation Practical hin
110. de wall does not point in direction of vehicle forward movement when using the spare wheel observe the following restriction e Drive to the nearest tire repair facility as soon as possible For rim and tire specifications refer to Technical Data Warning The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only Use for over a total of 12 000 miles 20 000 km aggregate of all uses may cause wheel rim failure leading to an accident and possible injuries 232 Spare wheel CLK 430 Important The spare wheel rim size is 7 J x 17 H 2 The spare wheel rim is mounted with a full size tire of the same type as on the vehicle s front axle and is fully functional However that spare wheel rim is weight optimized and has a limited service life of 12 000 miles 20 000 km use before a standard wheel rim must replace it If the arrow on tire side wall does not point in direction of vehicle forward movement when using the spare wheel observe the following restriction e Drive to the nearest tire repair facility as soon as possible In the case of a rear axle flat tire you may temporarily use the spare wheel when observing the following restrictions e Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h e Drive to the nearest tire repair facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate Do not operate vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on
111. disabled vehicle in the usual manner Excessive unburned fuel may damage the catalytic converter authorized Mercedes Benz Center 6 After the engine has started remove jumper cables by exactly reversing the above installation sequence starting with the last connection made first When removing each clamp make sure that it does not touch any other metal while the other end is still attached 264 Jump starting HCAS TELE Operation Driving meruneni Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Instruments Operation Driving aa umeni and controls cluster display Practical hints Towing Towing the vehicle Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground make certain that the electronic key is in steering lock position 2 If the electronic key is left in the steering lock position 0 for an extended period of time it can no longer be turned in the lock In this case the steering is locked To unlock remove electronic key from steering lock and reinsert Important P88 20 2026 26 When towing the vehicle please note the following The rear towing eye is located at the right below the bumper The front towing eye is located on the passenger side behind a cover in the bumper panel With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds
112. displayed Press the EAN or xg button if display 2 appears HO MALFUNCTION The stored malfunction messages will now be displayed in order See page 222 for malfunction and warning messages Display 2 will reappear after you have scanned all the malfunction messages 3 MALFUNCTIONS P54 30 2863 27 102 Should any malfunctions be stored while driving they Important will reappear in the display 2 when the electronic key is in steering lock position 0 or removed from the steering lock Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and displayed to a low level of detail The malfunction and warning messages are simply a reminder with respect to the operation of certain systems and do not replace the driver s responsibility to maintain the vehicle s operating safety by having all required maintenance and safety checks performed on Specific malfunctions can be recalled by pressing button Each malfunction or warning message must be acknowledged by pressing button Once all messages are cancelled the odometer display should pbs a as the vehicle and by bringing the vehicle to an authorized Pressing the button in the instrument cluster Mercedes Benz Center to address the malfunction and immediately switches to the next malfunction message warning messages See page 216 The malfunction message memory will be cleared when the electronic key is turned in the steering lock to position 1 or
113. e refer to tire pressure label inside the fuel filler flap See page 259 for further details What you should know at the gas station e Air conditioner R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant see page 307 Bulbs High and low beams H7 55 W low beam Xenon optional fog lamps H1 55 W turn signal lamps front 1156 NA 26 9 5 W 32 4 cp parking and standing lamps front H 6W 6 W side marker lamps front 5 W 4 cp turn signal lamps rear 21 W 24 cp stop tail parking and side marker lamps 21 4 W tail and parking lamp 5 W 4 cp rear fog lamp driver s side 21 W 32 cp backup lamps 21 W 32 cp license plate lamps 5 W 4 cp 212 Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving Instruments Operation and controls P Check regularly and before a long trip Check regularly and before a long trip US Sapaniayy Practical hints 1 Engine oil level See Engine oil level checking on page 110 and page 246 2 Coolant level See Coolant level on page 248 3 Brake fluid See Brake fluid on page 309 4 Windshield washer system Headlamp cleaning system For refilling reservoir see page 249 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For replacement of light bulbs see Exterior lamps on page 269 213 214 Instrument cluster display
114. e EN EA EB or BEG button the numbers stored in the re dial memory of the telephone can be selected Searching and selecting phone book entries by Z moe o5 The abbreviation L and the number i N rst He p number in the memory are Press the NUM key The current number is shown on ete h im d ia shown in the top line of the the display The stored entries can be selected in SHO CLE EWC display numerical order using the EN or R button By pressing the BEM or ERM buttons the stored entries can be selected in increments of 5 e g Entry no 2 Entry no 7 etc 141 Accepting incoming call in telephone mode Component malfunctions With an incoming call the ringing tone will be heard The radio CD changer and Mercedes Benz integrated and the message CALL appears in the display Press cellular telephone are part of a fiberoptic networked the SND key to answer the call system Failure of one of the components can lead to malfunctions of the other components Please contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Accepting incoming call in tape CD or radio mode 1 800 FOR MERCedes for more information in the event If the telephone is activated in the background of a malfunction telephone symbol in the display then a switch is made automatically to telephone when an incoming call is 1 Optional equipment received The audio source is muted the ringing tone is heard and the message CALL appear
115. e coolant temperature may rise close to the red marking The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature in the red zone Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Warning e Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned e Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can occur just by opening the engine hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Turn off the engine get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until it cools down Outside temperature indicator 5 The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area Due to its location the sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during idling or slow driving This means that the accuracy of the displayed temperature can only be verified by comparison to a thermometer placed next to the sensor not by comparison to external displays e g bank signs etc Adaptation to ambient temperature takes place in steps and depends on the prevailing driving conditions stop and go or moderate constant driving and amount of temperature change Warning The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an Ice Warning Device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freez
116. e emergency call is in progress the indicator lamp in the SOS button will begin to flash All information relevant to the emergency such as the location of the vehicle determined by the GPS satellite location system If you have any questions regarding activation please vehicle model identification number and color are call the Response Center at 1 800 756 9018 in the USA generated or 1 888 923 8367 in Canada The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be performed by completing the subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call using the SOS button Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a system that is not activated A voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand automatically soon after the emergency call has been The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response initiated The Response Center will attempt automatic and manual emergency roadside assistance to determine more precisely the nature of the accident and information provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle 174 Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls P Tele Aid The Tele Aid system is available if e it has been activated and is operational Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services and cellular air time e the relevant cellular phon
117. e network and GPS signals are available and pass the information on to the response center Note Location of the vehicle on a map is possible if the vehicle is able to receive signals from the GPS satellite network and pass the information on to the response center Initiating an emergency call manually P82 95 2114 26 Manually Briefly press on cover 1 the cover will open Press the SOS button 2 briefly for longer than 2 seconds The indicator lamp in the SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded Wait for a voice connection to the Response Center 175 In the event of an ETR or airbag deployment if the system cannot connect to the Emergency Response Center it will attempt to contact 9 1 1 Close the cover 1 after the emergency call is concluded Warning If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the vehicle e g smoke or fire in the vehicle vehicle in a dangerous road location please do not wait for voice contact after you have pressed the emergency button Carefully leave the vehicle and move to a safe location The Response Center will automatically contact local emergency officials with the vehicle s approximate location Roadside Assistance button Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button Bq Pressing and holding the button for longer than 2 seconds will initiate a call toa Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher The button will
118. e not listed in the index of your Mercedes Benz possible Center directory you should request pertinent information from your authorized Mercedes Benz In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle Center The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects 200 Driving instructions Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Driving systems Cruise control 1 Accelerate and set P54 25 2171 26 The cruise control allows you to drive in a more relaxed manner for example over long distances as it automatically maintains the set speed by actively regulating the throttle setting Any given speed above approximately 25 mph 40 km h can be maintained with the cruise control by operating the lever Lift lever briefly to set speed Hold lever up to accelerate Decelerate and set Depress lever briefly to set speed Hold lever down to decelerate Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator Speed is set by briefly pushing the lever to position 1 or 2 The accelerator can then be released The speed can be increased e g for passing by using the accelerator Afte
119. e parking brake 2 Close luggage cover and trunk lid For notes on the luggage cover see page 250 3 Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 If indicator lamp blinks rapidly the trunk lid and or the luggage cover may be open and need to be closed The side windows lower The roll bar lowers when in the upper position The soft top compartment cover unlocks and opens The soft top is raised from its storage compartment to the closing position The soft top storage compartment closes and the rear window Section of the soft top lowers a signal sounds 162 5 Press lock button 1 and fold down locking handle 2 6 Turn locking handle 90 clockwise and pull soft top frame carefully down until it meets the windshield header attachment points Turn locking handle counterclockwise to the stop to lock the soft top Fold locking handle up until it locks in place The indicator lamp in the soft top switch goes out the lowering procedure is completed Soft top Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 If the soft top switch is held or is released and pressed again within approximately 2 seconds the side windows will close If the roll bar was previously in the upright position it will return to that position The side windows can also be closed opened later on Press lift soft top switch twice and hold see page 145 However the side windows and the roll b
120. e sure the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation 2 On both vehicles e Turn off engine and all lights and accessories except hazard warning flashers or work lights e Apply parking brake and shift selector lever to position P 263 Important Important A discharged battery can freeze at approx 14 F 10 C In that case it must be thawed out before jumper cables are used Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it exploding causing personal injury 3 Clamp one end of the first jumper cable to the positive under hood terminal of the discharged battery and the other end to the positive terminal of the charged battery Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal parts 4 Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the Jumper cable specifications grounded negative terminal of the charged e Minimum cable cross section of 25 mm or approx battery and the final connection to the negative 2 AWG terminal 2 of the discharged battery e Maximum length of 11 5 ft 3 5 m Important 5 Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery Notes and run at high idle Make sure the cables are not on or near pulleys fans or other parts that move If engine does not run after several unsuccessful when the engine is started Allow the discharged starting attempts have it checked at the nearest battery to charge for a few minutes Start engine of the
121. ead restraint steering wheel and rear view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury can result According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Seats Instruments Operation Driving HAC neni Practical hints Car care Technical and controls cluster display data instrument Instruments Instru cluster display Operation Drivin and controls p gt Seats Front head restraints Warning For your protection drive
122. ed even at vehicle speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more With the automatic central locking system activated the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more The fuel filler flap remains unlocked If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approx To activate 9 mph 15 km h or less with the automatic central locking activated the door will again be automatically With electronic key in steering lock position 2 hold locked at speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more upper portion of switch 1 for a minimum of 5 seconds To deactivate With electronic key in steering lock position 2 hold lower portion of switch 2 for a minimum of 5 seconds 37 Central locking system Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Central locking system Important When towing the vehicle or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand please note the following With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the vehicle doors will lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel spin at vehicle speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking deactivate the automatic central locking Practical hints Emergency unlocking in case of
123. eding track To skip several tracks the respective button must be pressed until the desired track is reached If the beginning or end of the CD is reached during the search the first or last track will be played Audio system Fast forward reverse Press the LA button and hold it down for audible fast forward Press the B button and hold it down for audible reverse The search will stop when the button is released The relative time of the track will be displayed during the search The search mode will cancel if the beginning or end of the CD is reached ee et m ee Ls i Scanning Press the SC key Each track will be played for 8 seconds in ascending order The search will stop at the track in question if the PN EA ECE BG buttons or the SC key is pressed 138 Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Technical Car care data Driving Practical hints Operation Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Audio system Random play repeat function The tracks of the current CD are played in random order when the random feature RDM is selected Press the RDM key to switch on and press RDM again to switch off cri When the repeat function ESEO ETEEN RPT has been selected a a e a particular track can be played paraka paom cai IP Cer RUM eri HOO SE foras many times as desired Press the RPT key to switch on and press RPT again t
124. eed avoid track grooves in the road and apply brakes cautiously in the rain 196 Tire traction The safe speed on a wet snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point Warning If ice has formed on the road tire traction will be substantially reduced Under such weather conditions drive steer and brake with extreme caution We recommend M S rated radial ply tires for the winter season for all four wheels to insure normal balanced handling characteristics On packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance as compared with summer tires Stopping distance however is still considerably greater than when the road is not snow or ice covered Tire speed rating CLK 320 Your vehicle is factory equipped with H rated tires which have a speed rating of 130 mph 210 km h CLK 430 Your vehicle is factory equipped with W rated tires which are permissible for speeds up to 168 mph 270 km h An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130 mph 210 km h Despite the tire rating local speed limits should be obeyed Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing conditions Warning Even when permitted by law never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of the tires Exceeding the maxim
125. em controls while driving We recommend that you have any service work or alternations on electronic components done in an authorized Mercedes Benz Center These malfunctions might seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet approximately 14 m every second 1 Optional equipment Dolby and the double D symbol OO are trademarks of Dolby The right to correct errors and make technical amendments is Laboratories Licensing Corporation The Dolby noise reduction reserved system is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Audio system 125 Instruments Operation Driving Instrument Technical and controls i Practical hints Car care j cluster display data Instruments and controls Instrument Practical hints Car care cluster display Operation Driving Audio system Operating and display elements Oa A Q N ON Mercedes Benz P82 60 2136 23 On off volume see page 129 7 Display panel The cassette slot is located behind the display panel Telephone mode selector see page 140 For notes on playing cassettes see page 133 Seek see page 131 134 and 138 8 Alpha numeric keypad for Radio mode selector see page 131 station storage and frequency entry see page 132 CD Track access see page 140 Tune see page 131 and 132 optio
126. en 2 respectively 3 Note See page 76 for instructions on adjustment of mirrors Practical hints Car care Recalling To recall a seat head restraint and exterior rear view mirror position push and hold position button 1 2 or 3 until seat head restraint and exterior rear view mirror movement has stopped The seat head restraint and exterior rear view mirror movement stops when the position button is released Caution Do not operate the power seats using the memory button if the backrest is in an excessively reclined position Doing so could cause damage to front or rear seats First move the backrest to an upright position 48 Important Prior to operating the vehicle the driver should adjust the seat height for proper vision as well as fore aft placement and backrest angle to insure adequate control reach operation and comfort The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height See also airbag section on page 66 for proper seat positioning In addition also adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequate control reach operation and comfort Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rearward vision Fasten seat belts Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 All seat h
127. ent cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Instruments Operation Driving Instrument and controls cluster display Rear view mirrors At speeds above approx 6 mph 10 km h upon shifting gear Selector lever from R Reverse or upon pressing the driver s side mirror button the passenger side mirror will return to its previous position Readjust the mirror as desired One passenger side mirror position can be stored in memory To do so 1 Turn electronic key to steering lock position 2 The vehicle must be stationary 2 Select passenger side mirror 3 Place gear selector in R Reverse The mirror will turn downward Practical hints 4 Using the toggle switch select the final downward position for the mirror 5 Press green memory button located in switch cluster for driver seat 6 While holding green memory button pull the mirror toggle switch rearward 7 Release the green button and toggle switch The mirror position is now stored in memory 79 Instrument cluster x100 1 min CHECK ENGINE 80 1 Push buttons and amp for intensity of instrument lamps see page 83 8 Speedometer 2 Push button for resetting trip odometer see 9 Trip odometer see page 85 page 85 or multifunction indicator see page85 10 Main odometer 3 Coolant temperature gauge see page 84 11 Multifunction indicator see page 222 4 Fuel gauge with reserve and f
128. equipment Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 2 Press to switch interior and reading lamps on or off 3 Press to switch reading lamp on or off 4 Press to switch reading lamp on or off Entrance lamps exit lamps in doors The lamps are switched on and off by the door contact switches Note To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged with doors open all interior lamps go out after approximately 5 minutes 146 Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Interior equipment Sun visors Illuminated vanity mirrors P68 00 2190 26 P68 00 2191 26 Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare With the visor engaged in its inner mounting the lamp If sunlight enters through a side window disengage is switched on by opening the cover visor from inner mounting pivot it to the side and slide it to the desired position Warning Do not use the vanity mirror while driving The lamp goes out automatically after approximately 5 minutes 147 Interior Glove box Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing things Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects Storage compartments armrest and cup holder P6
129. er not fully engaged in position P is dangerous Also when parked on an incline position P alone may not prevent your vehicle from moving possibly hitting people or objects Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P see page 204 for parking brake When parked on an incline also turn front wheel against curb 185 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation LM cluster display Driving Practical hints Car care Instruments Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls Operation Driving i cluster display data Automatic transmission Selector lever position E Park position The park position is to be used when parking the x100 L vehicle Engage only with the vehicle stopped 1 min The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always use the parking brake in addition to placing the selector lever in park to secure the vehicle Note The electronic key can only be removed from the steering lock with the selector lever in position P With the electronic key removed the selector lever is locked in position P P54 30 2756 26 With a malfunction in the vehicle s electrical The current selector lever position is indicated in the system the selector lever could remain locked in gear range indicator display The automatic gear position P To unlock the selector le
130. er display Displays and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions Practical hints Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency Car care Instructions on caring for your vehicle Technical data All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels coolants lubricants etc is contained here Index Key terms to help you find a topic quickly Other documents may also be supplied depending on your vehicle s equipment Explanation of color used Warning notices for the protection of yourself and others appear on red background Introduction 13 Introduction 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 your 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 the following addresses Inthe USA Client Assistance Center Mercedes Benz USA LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07645 0350 In Canada Customer Relations Department Mercedes Benz Canada Inc 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto Ontario M4G 2L5 14 For the USA only The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49 Code of U S Federal Regula
131. erative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Driving Practical hints cluster display During severe operating conditions and stop and go city traffic the coolant temperature may rise close to the red marking The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature in the red zone Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Warning Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can occur just by opening the engine hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Turn off the engine get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until it cools down 229 Car care Instruments Instrument Operation and controls P Driving cluster display Malfunction and warning messages LIGHTING SYSTEM LAMP DEFECT I WE w id a CHECK LAMPS P54 30 2758 21 Line 1 Line 2 C LAMP DEFECTIVE CHECK LAMPS 2 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page
132. erator 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 Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes Benz including e New Car Limited Warranty e Emission System Warranty e Emission Performance Warranty e California Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty California Massachusetts and Vermont only e State Warranty Enforcement Laws Lemon Laws Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price if Mercedes Benz USA LLC or its authorize
133. erator s manua During programming your hand held transmitter may 2 Press training button on the garage door opener automatically stop transmitting Continue to press and motor head unit which activated the training hold the integrated remote control transmitter button light note steps 2 through 4 in the Programming portion while you press and re press cycle your hand held Note transmitter every two seconds until the frequency Following step 2 there are 30 seconds to initiate signal has been learned The indicator lamp will flash step 3 slowly and then rapidly after several seconds upon successful training 156 Operation of remote control Erasing the remote control memory 1 Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 1 Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 or 2 2 Select and press the appropriate button to activate 2 Simultaneously holding down the left and right side the remote controlled device The integrated remote buttons for approximately 20 seconds or until the control transmitter continues to send the signal as control lamp blinks rapidly will erase the codes of long as the button is pressed up to 20 seconds all three channels Garage door opener 157 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Drivin 4 2 cluster display Practical hints Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Soft top Soft top
134. es 238 SUT VS OS patra tea teers Soke ee dese nay ae Amann NT 147 Supplemental restraint system SRS cceeeee 64 Synchronizing remote Control ce ceceeeeeeeeee eens 279 T Tachometer oee a E a A AT 85 Wechmcal Gata 6x nna A A A eee 303 Elecwicaksys teme e a ee aeceecs 305 Maim OMENS ONS eee e a een 306 Rimsand Ores oee eo a oe 304 We DS er ate nee ery ne Pee creas Crew crtcn Seen eS 305 ME ClO ANG se erase ete sees sets E ee 174 Initiating an emergency Call ne 175 A lrel ej ak 6 t Veer esate reeeie rnc eeeret ee tate verry eee nares 94 Grenicral a S ec eaten eee ates 153 BIT CONMITNG CAME ade terest att eens eae cote oul ernaae ee 98 PRGA ITO ea eee esa dana one amit amen ane deo 96 Cle PINON DOG Kise encanta ecoenuaiirant sonnet 94 Telephones and two way radios scecseeeeeneeeees 170 Telescoping steering column ASN E E torte enone neh ense Celene rece eee 74 Indicator lamp eae annette econ 220 Telescoping steering column malfunction and warning messages 068 231 319 The first 1 OOO miles TireantlaviOn pressure eane a E os Tires Divine INS RUICHONS ra a e a Alas TOW saw Ay alarmi aea e a a Fowin e the vehicle eee ea e E E S Transmission selector lever manually unlock Moe eee Tap COn See ots he a aaa tes SRI ROG Ole er a aie deeteat tora en ar neat ener aaa Opening Release switch eich Uc ticis perenne teret tren ret ieree ee se nrrer cre rer
135. ested as soon as possible after driving is resumed while observing the safety rules in the previous paragraph Road salts and chemicals can adversely affect braking efficiency Increased pedal force may become necessary to produce the normal brake effect We therefore recommend depressing the brake pedal periodically when traveling at length on salt strewn roads This can bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to normal A prerequisite is however that this be done without endangering other drivers on the road Warning If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow make sure that snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle with engine running Otherwise deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation open a window slightly on the side of the vehicle not facing the wind 198 Instruments and controls Instrument Driving Operation Driving instructions Winter driving Have your vehicle winterized at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center before the onset of winter Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is not approved for winter operation For viscosity SAE CCMC class and filling quantity see page 307 Check engine coolant anticorrosion antifreeze concentration Additive for the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Add MB Concentrate S to a premixed winds
136. etting can be used all year around 120 Economy Defrosting The function of this setting corresponds to the Turn wheels 2 to position E to open left and right automatic mode However because the air conditioning side air outlets 4 Adjust side air outlets upward compressor will not engage fuel savings it is not Press button Maximum heated and automaticall possible to air condition in this setting KA l controlled amount of air is directed to the windshield Press IEJ button to activate and side windows Press IEJ button once again to return to previous HI i setting V o auto max Ve Press KJ button once again to return to previous Special settings use only for short duration setting Defogging windows Switch off button Press left and right R buttons Press button repeatedly until air is directed upward o e m i I e e Fis 0 S8AUTO MAX a lo F Turn wheels 2 to position E to open left and right side air outlets 4 Adjust side air outlets upward 121 Automatic climate control Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Automatic climate control Rear window defroster Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 To select press EA button To cancel press taj button again Notes Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should
137. evel The head restraint angle can also be adjusted manually Notes 46 Your vehicle is equipped with power head restraints do not try to raise or lower them manually Memory storing and recalling P54 00 2111 26 6 Memory button 7 Position buttons Seats Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Synchronizing power seats and head restraints If the power supply was interrupted battery disconnected or empty the power seats and head restraints are no longer adjusted automatically To resynchronize the adjustment feature turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 move the seat completely forward and the head restraint fully down and hold respective buttons for approx 2 seconds Caution Do not remove head restrains except when mounting seat covers For removal see page 50 Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving Instruments and controls Seats Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Storing Three sets of seat head restraint and exterior rear view mirror positions may be programmed into memory After the seat head restraint and exterior rear view mirrors are positioned push memory button 6 release and within 3 seconds push position button 1 A second and third set of positions for the same seat head restraint and exterior rear view mirrors can be programmed into memory by pushing first memory button 6 and th
138. ey and lift protection cover Using screwdriver supplied in vehicle tool kit turn screw two turns counterclockwise to the stop Close trunk lid Important Do not place mechanical key inside trunk since trunk is locked again when closing the lid 281 P77 30 2029 26 P77 30 2034 26 7 Open soft top compartment cover 2 and place in 8 Move soft top toward windshield header arrow upright position Place hands from below on upper section of soft Warning top 3 and pull hard to move soft top 4 out of its Do not place your hands in areas marked X storage compartment Serious personal injury may occur 282 Emergency operation of soft top Practical hints Instruments Operation Driving Jaen and controls cluster display Instruments Operation Driving OTe and controls cluster display Practical hints Emergency operation of soft top P77 30 2033 26 P77 30 2030 26 9 Do not place soft top frame 5 onto windshield 12 Lock soft top storage compartment needy Place open end wrench 1 on bolt between backrest 10 Place rear window section of soft top 6 in its and soft top compartment cover Turn wrench 1 in vertical position direction of arrow to its stop and remove 11 Close soft top compartment cover 2 by placing hands near edges arrows The soft top compartment cover must lock in the first notch of compartment cover catch 283 P77 30 2032 26 P65 00 2050 26 13 Lower rear window sectio
139. flates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury will result According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning 62 Restraint systems Instruments Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls Operation Drivin l 2 cluster display data Instruments and controls UAC Leu Practical hints Car care Technical cluster display data Operation Driving Restraint systems t BabySmart airbag deactivation system Special BabySmart compatible child seats designed for use with the Mercedes Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center are required for use with the BabySmart airbag deactivation system With the
140. flation pressures Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified vehicle capacity weight as indicated by the label on the driver s door latch post Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout 260 umeni Operation Driving Battery Battery Warning Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injury or death Never lean over batteries while connecting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary A battery will also produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep flames or sparks away from battery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc Important Battery replacement information The maintenance free battery is located in the trunk under the trunk floor The service life of the battery is dependent on its condition of charge The battery should always be kept sufficiently charged in order to last an optimum length of time Instrument Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Technical data Therefore we strongly recommend that you have the battery charge checked frequently and corrected if necessary especially if you use the vehicle less than approximately 200 miles 300 km per month mostly for short distance trips or if it
141. from the intrusion of water and cleaning agents Corrosion protection such as MB Anticorrosion Wax should be applied to the engine compartment after every engine cleaning Before applying all control linkage bushings and joints should be lubricated The poly V belt and all pulleys should be protected from any wax Cleaning and care of the vehicle Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Instrument cluster display Vehicle washing Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight Use only a mild car wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water Direct only a very weak spray towards the ventilation intake Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge and chamois frequently Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a chamois Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the finish In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible When washing the underbody do not forget to clean the inner sides of the wheels Plastic and rubber parts Do not use oil or wax on these parts 293 Car care Practical hints Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Drivin t cluster display Cleaning and care of the vehicle Tar stains Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become more difficult to remove A tar remover is recommended Window cleaning Use a window cleaning solut
142. function steering wheel multifunction display Turn the electronic key in steering look to position 1 or 2 Press button for next system for previous system Fay for next display in system 3 4 5 6 Xe for previous display in system Z to increase the volume 8 EEJ to decrease the volume 9 to dial a telephone number see page 96 See page 98 for instructions on answering an incoming call 10 to end a call see page 98 1 Multifunction steering wheel 2 Multifunction display 88 Press the or button repeatedly until the Note required system is displayed The displays in the multifunction display can be set to Pressing the button advances the display to the German English French Italian or Spanish language next system See the TEXT individual setting on page 104 for Pressing the button returns the display to the metrucdons on changing the language setine previous system The displays for the audio systems radio CD player You may call up additional displays in some systems by cassette player will appear in English regardless of the pressing the BaN or RA button language selected 89 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Trip and main odometer vehicle speed FSS and engine
143. g Roller Blind horizontal a n 65 00 2049 26 To open blind Pull out blind on tab arrow 1 towards vehicles rear Insert guide rod of blind in right rear seat belt outlet arrow 2 To retract blind Hold blind at tab disengage and guide retraction 167 Roller Blind vertical To open blind 1 Fold driver and front passenger seat backrests forward 2 Pull out on tab located below rear bench towards vehicle s front then pull up and engage blind at wind screen To close blind 1 Fold driver and front passenger seat backrests forward 2 Hold blind at tab disengage and guide its retraction 168 Wind screen Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Driving Control and operation of radio transmitters The first 1 000 miles 1 500 km Maintenance Catalytic converter Emission control Tele Aid Steering lock Starting and turning off the engine Automatic transmission Parking brake Driving instructions Drive sensibly save fuel Drinking and driving Pedals Power assistance Brakes Driving off 170 171 171 172 173 174 180 182 183 192 192 192 193 193 193 193 194 Parking Tires Snow chains Winter driving instructions Deep water Passenger compartment Travelling abroad Cruise control Brake assist system BAS Antilock brake system ABS Electronic stability program ESP
144. g up above a vehicle speed of approximately 5 mph 8 km h independent of road surface conditions Practical hints Car care At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation On slippery road surfaces the ABS will respond even with light brake pedal pressure because of the increased likelihood of locking wheels The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving 206 ABS control The ABS malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 and should go out with the engine running When the ABS malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on while the engine is running it indicates that the ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off In this case the brake system functions in the usual manner but without antilock assistance With the ABS malfunctioning the BAS and ESP are also switched off Both malfunction indicator lamps come on with the engine running If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the
145. h point the tire is considered worn and should be replaced Important The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across It is advisable to set the parking brake whenever ee parking or leaving the vehicle In addition move selector lever to position P When parking on hills always set the parking brake Driving instructions 195 anani Operation Driving asunen Practical hints Car care Weenie and controls cluster display data Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p S Driving instructions P40 10 2104 26 Warning Do not allow your tires to wear down too far As tread depth approaches in 1 5 mm the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface conditions the tire traction varies widely Instrument cluster display Practical hints Specified tire pressures must be maintained This applies particularly if the tires are subjected to high loads e g high speeds heavy loads high ambient temperatures Warning Do not drive with a flat tire A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle You may lose control of the vehicle Continued driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a fire Aquaplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road aquaplaning may occur even at low speeds and with new tires Reduce vehicle sp
146. he electronic reserve key The mechanical key 2 works only in the driver s door trunk and storage compartment locks To use the mechanical key 2 remove it from its electronic reserve key 1 Note We recommend that you carry the electronic reserve key plus mechanical key with you and keep it in a safe place e g your wallet so that it is always handy Never leave the electronic reserve key in the vehicle Obtaining replacement keys Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process For security reasons replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes Benz Center 26 Start lock out General notes on the central locking system If the electronic key is inserted in the steering lock the mportant vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote Removing the electronic key from the steering lock control a the start lock out The engine cannot be If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked e Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either door handle Check the batteries of the electronic main key see page 288 or synchronize the remote control see page 290 Inserting the electronic key in the steering lock deactivates the start lock out Note In case the engine cannot be started vehicle s battery is in order the system is not operational Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in the U
147. he test screen at 49 inches 1250 mm If the distance does not the resulting height from the floor It must be at a check have the system verified at an authorized 90 angle to the vertical centerline Mercedes Benz Center 4 Open hood 215 5 Vertical headlamp aim low beams on Turn adjusting screw 1 counterclockwise to adjust headlamp downward clockwise upward until the headlamps illuminate the test screen as shown The vertex of the angle formed in each beam image should align with the vertical and horizontal centerlines 8 and 9 The left and right headlamps must be adjusted individually Note P82 10 2397 26 If it is not possible to obtain a proper headlamp adjustment have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center Exterior lamps 276 Instruments Operation Driving Instrument i Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Instruments Operation Driving aa umeni and controls cluster display Practical hints Electronic main key Changing batteries in the electronic main key a PONO PaO gt AMEN 1 Transmit buttons Changing batteries 2 Lamp for battery check and function control Move locking tab 3 in direction of right arrow and remove mechanical key 4 left arrow Checking batteries If one of the transmit buttons 1 is pressed the battery check lamp 2 lights up briefly indicating that the batteries are in order Change
148. he vehicle in a safe cellular telephone while driving a vehicle location before answering or placing a call Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet approximately 14 m every second Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenna i e without being connected to an external antenna from inside the vehicle while the engine is running Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle s electronic system possibly resulting in an accident and personal injury Telephone 153 Instruments Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls Operation Driving i cluster display data Instruments Operation Drivin and controls P 5 Garage door opener Garage door opener The built in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled objects Warning When programming a garage door opener the door moves up or down When programming or operating the remote control make sure there is no possibility of anyone being harmed by the moving door Notes Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible P68 00 2194 26 with the integrated opener If you should experience difficulties with programming the transmitter contact 1 Signal transmitter keys your authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 2 Indicator lamp Mercedes Benz Client Assistance Center in the USA only
149. heel vehicle tools storage compartment Vehicle jack Fuses Hood Checking engine oil level Automatic transmission fluid level Coolant level Adding coolant Windshield washer headlamp clean system Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio Wheels Tire replacement Rotating wheels Spare wheel Changing wheels Tire inflation pressure Battery 238 238 238 238 240 241 242 244 246 247 247 248 249 249 250 250 251 252 254 259 261 Jump starting Towing the vehicle Transmission selector lever manually unlocking Bulbs Adjusting headlamp aim Changing batteries in the electronic main key Raising soft top manually Antenna Manual release for fuel filler flap Trunk lamp Replacing wiper blade insert Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Engine cleaning Vehicle washing Power washer Plastic and rubber parts Tar stains Window cleaning 263 265 268 269 274 217 280 287 287 288 288 292 293 293 293 293 294 294 Headlamps taillamps turn signal lenses Wiper blade Seat belts Headliner Instrument cluster Steering wheel and gear selector lever Hard plastic trim items Upholstery Ornamental moldings Paintwork painted body components Light alloy wheels Soft top Wind screen Rubber weatherstrip 294 294 294 294 294 295 295 295 295 296 296 297 298 298 Technical data Spare parts service Warranty coverage
150. hield washer solvent antifreeze which is formulated for below freezing temperatures see page 249 Test battery Battery capacity drops with decreasing ambient temperature A well charged battery helps to ensure that the engine can be started even at low ambient temperatures Tires We recommend M S rated radial ply tires on all four wheels for the winter season Observe permissible maximum speed for M S rated radial ply tires and the legal speed limit j Practical hints cluster display Car care In winter operation the maximum effectiveness of the antilock brake system ABS or of the electronic stability program ESP can only be achieved with M S rated radial ply tires and or snow chains recommended by Mercedes Benz Snow chains maximize performance For driving instructions with snow chains see page 198 Deep water Caution Do not drive through flooded areas or water of unknown depth If you must drive through deep water drive slowly to prevent water from entering the engine compartment or passenger compartment being ingested by the air intake possibly causing damage to electrical components or wiring to engine or transmission that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty 199 Passenger compartment Traveling abroad Abroad there is a widely spread Mercedes Benz service Warning network at your disposal If you plan to travel into areas Always fasten items being carried as securely as which ar
151. in e MCSSAS OS ea he E eae 226 Brake pad Wear eaae ranea E 226 Brakerwarmne Jampe irie ea on woee eck ote 217 C Carco Ue dOWwA TIES etek ae e AEN 152 CaN CONV A EE a A E a 172 Celular telephone e e a aaa Atel A 153 Cene ECO OE E a E A E E N 20 Cental 1OCKIN o SWitC Mrene sstewenecns ean sesae ante 36 Central lockin Systema wagner A ee 28 Choosing global or selective mode 6008 3 FIECO CMAN Ke Yat ects cect esnete eee ee eats 25 FICCERONIC TOSEEVO KO Yer Lan om a en ee 26 Locking and unlocking erresa 30 Mechanical Key sy cic vcn cot cn ete aet cee tar ees 33 316 INE TIO LEC OM UL OEE S a a ce eae 28 Chane NE wee Si s 2 a az s2 222 ase E E eteserceethier eens 254 Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 0 216 Check regularly and before a long trip ceeeeeee 213 Checking engine oil level Via engine Oil level Indicator eeunet 110 Near OUP CIP E oar nom noe noe eee eee ne E 246 Cleaning and care of the vehicle ccssssseeeseeeeeees 292 COMAND radio telephone and two way radio 170 Combinations WAU inch ae Sees ote eee eee 115 Consumer NOMAN eae wetted este eatateeatatetaes 313 Control and operation of radio transmitters 170 COOLANT coolant level malfunction and warning MESSAES cceeeeeeeeees 228 COOLANT coolant temperature malfunction and warning MESSAGES ceeeeeeeeees 229 Coolant level VAN E E RCC E REE EEED
152. in the instrument cluster comes on Adjusting To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull out or push in steering wheel Locking Push handle 1 in until it engages The indicator lamp located in the instrument cluster goes out Important With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on It should go out when the engine is running If the indicator lamp does not go out after starting the engine the adjustable steering column is not locked properly Do not drive the vehicle until you have properly locked the steering column 74 Inside rear view mirror Manually adjust the mirror Use your inside mirror to determine the size and distance of objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror Antiglare night position With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity With gear selector lever in position R or with the interior lamp switched on the mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Rear view mirrors Note The automatic antiglare function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the mirror Warning In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass breaks Electrolyte has an irritating effect Do not allow the liquid come into contact with eyes ski
153. ing on the soft top compartment cover 2 The soft top compartment cover must never be used by any persons as a Seat bench Raising of the roll bar could result in personal injury Soft top 159 Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Instruments and controls Soft top Operation Driving Lowering Soft Top 1 Engage parking brake 2 Close luggage cover and trunk lid 3 4 Press lock button 1 and fold down locking Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 handle 2 Turn locking handle 90 clockwise to unlock the soft top Important Push soft top frame approx 8 inches 20 cm upward by the locking handle Failing to do so will result in damage to the soft top folding mechanism that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Turn locking handle counterclockwise to the stop and fold up until it locks in place e The indicator lamp in the soft top switch lights up e The side windows l e side windows lower 160 Soft top Instruments and controls Notes P54 25 2215 26 If indicator lamp blinks slowly a malfunction has occurred in the system If indicator lamp blinks rapidly the trunk lid and or the luggage cover may be open and need to be closed Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 6 Lift symbol side of the soft top switch and hold The roll bar lowers when in the up
154. ing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice 84 Trip odometer 9 Tachometer 13 To reset to 0 miles km The red marking on tachometer denotes excessive Activate the instrument cluster if it is not already engine Speed activated by pressing the button on the instrument Avoid this engine speed as it may result in serious cluster engine damage that is not covered by the Press button or on the multifunction MEN eTe Denz Liite Ayai steering wheel repeatedly until the trip odometer To help protect the engine the fuel supply is interrupted appears if it is not displayed See page 92 if the engine is operated within the red marking Press button on the instrument cluster to reset trip odometer Instrument cluster 85 Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Instruments Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls Operation Driving cluster display data Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display 0149 8 MILES 0260753 AFTER START 00135 MI 1 30H 117 MPH 10 1 MPG SETTINGS CAH BE SET AT STANOSTILL CRETURH USING F P54 30 2752 29 Index 86 Depending on your vehicle s equipment you may use the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to call up control and set the following systems in the multifunction display 1 Trip odometer a
155. ing process is continuously adapted dependent on the driving style the driving situation and the road characteristics Important aoe ees When parking the vehicle or before working on the vehicle with the engine running firmly depress the parking brake pedal and shift the selector lever into P 183 Instrument i Practical hints cluster display SUNETE Operation Driving munun Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Automatic transmission Driving Important The selector lever is automatically locked while in After selecting any driving position from N or P position P To move the selector lever out of wait a moment to allow the gear to fully engage before position P the service brake pedal must be firmly accelerating especially when the engine is cold depressed before the shift lock will release Shift selector lever to the desired position only when the Accelerator position engine is idling normally and the service brake is E E E EE hifting lerati applied Do not release the brake until ready to drive a tetera ia warmer een a neuen teres sremcn nar The vehicle may otherwise start creeping when the Full throttle later upshifting rapid acceleration pene ETC VEE te Grob averse Postion Kickdown depressing the accelerator beyond full throttle downshifting to a lower gear maximum acceleration Once the desired speed is attained ease up It is dangerous to shift the se
156. ing the soft top switch Warning Raising or lowering of the roll bar could injure rear seated occupants Before operating the roll bar switch make sure that the roll bar s path is clear and no persons due to inattention are injured by the moving roll bar For your own safety we recommend to drive with the roll bar raised if e the outside temperature is below 5 F 15 C e the rear seats are occupied by passengers Before working on the vehicle e g when changing wheels the roll bar should be raised with the switch and the electronic key should be removed from the steering lock to prevent possible injury In case of potential danger release the switch to immediately interrupt the operating procedure Seats Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Switch for roll bar and head restraints rear With the engine running and the roll bar lowered the warning lamp in the roll bar switch will blink for approx 15 seconds The blinking is reminding you to raise the roll bar if the rear passenger seats are occupied See also page 233 for roll bar warning lamp Important The roll bar is intended to be a safety enhancement to the other features designed into the vehicle No system in any vehicle can eliminate the possibility of serious injury or fatality in an accident Properly fastened seat belts and child restraints must be used P91 59 2001 2
157. ing the switch e the trunk lid and or the luggage cover may be open and need to be closed e the soft top is still locked during the opening procedure and needs to be unlocked e the opening closing procedure is interrupted If the indicator lamp continues to blink raise the soft top manually see page 280 Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible 164 Have the system checked at your authorized Wind screen optional Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Notes If the roll bar was raised automatically the process of raising or lowering the soft top will take somewhat longer as the roll bar must first be lowered Whenever possible park vehicle in the shade as continuous exposure to sun rays can prematurely deteriorate the soft top material The soft top may become moldy and receive permanent creases if it is kept in the storage compartment for an extended period P65 00 2016 26 Therefore we recommend raising and airing it thoroughly with the side windows open do not expose The wind screen is most effective when all four side it to the sun at regular intervals during the wet and windows are fully raised cold seasons Installation To prevent damage the soft top must be dry and clean before lowering it into the storage compartment There 1 Remove wind screen from its storage bag located in is the possibility of sharp edged dirt particles damaging the trunk se
158. ion and driving stability of the vehicle The gear shifting process occurs at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the S program mode 190 Caution In this mode only the 2nd gear or reverse gear can be Never change the program mode when the selector lever AoHvaten is out of position P It could result in a change of To engage 2nd gear or reverse driving characteristics for which you may not be prepared 1 Stop the vehicle 2 Move selector lever to position P Important 3 Turn off the engine Always be certain of the program mode selected since the vehicle driving characteristics change with the 4 Wait approx 10 seconds selection of the program mode 5 Restart the engine Dependent onthe Dee made een 6 Move selector lever to position D for 2nd gear or posi on a 3 ae ang the sear erect i Par p move selector lever to position R for reverse gear position R the ratio of power transmission changes Have the transmission checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Emergency operation Limp home mode If vehicle acceleration worsens or the transmission no longer shifts the transmission is most likely operating in Limp home mode which engages when there is a malfunction of the transmission This condition may be accompanied by the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster coming on 191 Automatic transmission Instrument clu
159. ion on all glass surfaces An automotive glass cleaner is recommended Headlamps taillamps turn signal lenses Use a mild car wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water To prevent scratches never apply strong force and use only a soft non scratchy cloth when cleaning the lenses Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry cloth or sponge Wiper blade Clean the wiper blade rubber with a clean cloth and detergent solution Practical hints Car care Seat belts The webbing must not be treated with chemical cleaning agents Use only clear lukewarm water and soap Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above 176 F 80 C or in direct sunlight Warning Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection Headliner Clean with soft bristle brush or use a dry shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt Instrument cluster Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solution Wipe with a cloth moistened in lukewarm solution Do not use scouring agents 294 Instrument cluster display Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Cleaning and care of the vehicle Steering wheel and gear selector lever Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care Hard plastic trim items Pour Mercedes Benz a
160. it back up and pressing gently on the display frame to lock in place Important If the display is in the down position for more than 20 seconds 2 successive beeps will be heard This will continue at 5 second intervals until the display is returned to its normal position SS The radio will switch to Pee cassette mode Track 1 will be d played and SIDE 1 TRE EJ AUD Sit displayed Track 1 is the side of the cassette which is facing upwards The cassette deck will automatically detect the type of tape and switch the equalization automatically A cassette symbol in the display indicates that a tape is in the mechanism This symbol appears in all modes but not in cassette mode The cassette will not be ejected when the radio is switched off or another mode is selected If a cassette is in the mechanism cassette mode i can be selected by using the Ew TAPE button If no cassette has been inserted the display will show NO TAPE 133 Audio system Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Driving Practical hints Car care Operation Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Drivin L cluster display Audio system Cassette eject Press the eject EJ key The display will fold down and the cassette will be ejected Remove the cassette then fold the display back up manually The radio will switch back to radio mode automatically Note The cassette will not be
161. ivate yellow ESP warning lamp in speedometer dial comes on For this reason all wheels including the spare wheel must have the same tire outside diameter ESP control switch When testing the parking brake on a brake test dynamometer the engine must be shut off Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes In winter operation the maximum effectiveness of the ESP is only achieved with Mercedes Benz recommended M S rated radial ply tires and or snow chains Synchronizing ESP P54 25 2037 26 If the power supply was interrupted battery ESP control switch located on center console disconnected or empty the BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp may be illuminated with the engine To improve the vehicle s traction when driving with running snow chains or starting off in deep snow sand or gravel Turn steering wheel completely to the left and then to switch off ESP by pressing the upper half of the ESP the right The BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp switch The ESP warning lamp located in the should go out speedometer dial is continuously illuminated Driving systems 209 HDR TRITON Operation Driving D CURSE Practical hints Car care Lednica and controls cluster display data HES TALIA Operation Driving nanne Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Driving systems With the ESP system switched off the engine torque The ESP warning lamp located in the speedometer dia
162. iving Instruments Instrument Operation Drivin Practical hints and controls 2 cluster display Automatic climate control Dust filter Important Nearly all dust particles and pollen are filtered out This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner system before outside air enters the passenger compartment that uses R 134a HFC hydrofluorocarbon as a through the air distribution system refrigerant Repairs should always be performed by a qualified technician and refrigerant should be collected Note in a recovery system for recycling Keep the air intake grille in front of windshield free of snow and debris 124 Audio and telephone operation Operating safety These instructions are intended to help you become acquainted with your Mercedes Benz vehicle radio Warning They contain useful tips and a detailed description of Any alternations made to electronic components the user functions can cause malfunctions The radio cassette deck CD changer and Warning telephone are interconnected Therefore when In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an one of the components is defective or has not been accident system settings should be entered with removed replaced properly this may impair the the vehicle at standstill and systems should be function of other components operated by the driver only when traffic conditions permit Always pay full attention to traffic conditions first before operating syst
163. k the 2 Lamp for battery check see page 288 for changing vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote batteries if it does not light up briefly control 3 PANIC button 4 Transmitter eye 28 5 Locking tab for mechanical key T P80 30 2081 26 SS ___ mm P80 30 2082 20 6 Infrared receiver in driver s door handle 7 Infrared receiver in passenger door handle 29 Central locking system Instruments Operation Driving and controls P 5 and controls Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Central locking system Locking and unlocking with remote control Unlocking Press transmit button EJ All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking modes see below Selective unlocking mode Press transmit button once to unlock driver s door and fuel filler flap Press transmit button twice to unlock both doors fuel filler flap and trunk Global unlocking mode Press transmit button once to unlock both doors fuel filler flap and trunk Notes If the trunk was previously locked separately it will remain locked see page 39 Practical hints Car care The presently active unlocking mode selective or global can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control see below for changing mode If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control neither door nor
164. klet and your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed on the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties New vehicle limited warranty Emission system warranty Emission performance warranty Fen California Massachusetts and Vermont emission control systems warranty Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes Benz Spare Parts and Accessories warranties copies of which are available at any Mercedes Benz Center Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet have your authorized Mercedes Benz Center arrange for a replacement It will be mailed to you 300 Identification labels I a E V 4 NX 4 A y nn P63 20 2361 26 My P61 10 2040 26 1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number VIN When ordering spare parts please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers 301 Technical data Instruments Technical Operation Drivin and controls p 5 data Technical data P13 22 2008 26 P63 20 2362 26 a 302 Technical data Model Engine Mode of operation No of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc to SAE J 1349 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly V belt 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle See an au
165. kwise will iso eas until TREBLE appears in the increase the volume counterclockwise will decrease the 2bboUao oe display volume A AUD 3 leas Press the key to increase or the key to decrease the level Audio system 129 HRS TETSU Operation Driving ES TALITY Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Audio system Fader Centering all audio functions FANER Press the AUD key repeatedly Push and hold down the E oe until FADER appears on the ayes AUD key All audio display Press the R key to A ct th functions bass treble SF HOD F gt move the sound to the rear balance and fader are set to speakers or the F key to center or flat positions and move the sound to the front speakers the volume is adjusted to a pre set level Balance Press the AUD key repeatedly until BALANCE appears in the display BALANCE I mm pms E SE mI pe Press the L key to move the sound to the left speaker or the R key to move the sound to the right speaker 1 not available on all models 130 Radio mode Manual tuning WEA Press either the EN or EA Selecting radio mode LE 4 button Step by step tuning in ele ascending or descending Press R button FM AM AUD SC order of frequency will take place Selecting the band The first three tuning steps will take place without EM
166. l Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling 262 Practical hints Instruments Operation Driving HALLE and controls cluster display Jump starting Jump starting Warning Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary A battery will also produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and very explosive Keep flames or sparks away from battery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc Read all instructions before proceeding Practical hints Car care If the battery is discharged the engine should be started with jumper cables and the 12 V battery of another vehicle Only use 12 V battery to jump start your vehicle Jump starting with more powerful battery could damage the vehicle s electrical systems which will not be covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The battery is located in the trunk under the trunk floor Proceed as follows 1 Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that the jumper cables will reach but never let the vehicles touch Mak
167. l reduction feature is cancelled Therefore the enhanced starts to flash at any vehicle speed as soon as the tires vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable lose traction and the wheels begin to spin Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road To return to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by conditions ESP press lower half of the switch the ESP warning lamp in the speedometer dial goes out A portion of the ESP system remains active even with p p 6 the switch in the OFF position Important If one drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin the brake is applied until the wheel regains sufficient traction The traction control engages at vehicle speeds e during take off apply as little throttle as possible up to approximately 24 mph 40 km h and switches off at 50 mph 80 km h If the ESP warning lamp flashes e while driving ease up on the accelerator Note Avoid spinning of one drive wheel This may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty 210 Instruments Operation Driving m unani and controls cluster display What you should know at the gas station What you should know at the gas station Open flap by pushing near front arrow Turn fuel cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released then remove cap Failure to remove slowly could result in personal injury Manual release of fuel filler fla
168. le deployment speed and the textile structure of the airbags there is the possibility of abrasions or other injuries resulting from airbag deployment When you sell the vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an SRS by alerting him to the applicable section in the Operator s Manual Infant and child restraint systems We recommend all infants and children be properly re Strained at all times while the vehicle is in motion All lap shoulder belts except the driver s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints To activate pull shoulder belt out completely and let it retract During the seat belt retraction a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is activated The belt is now locked To deactivate release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner Warning Never release the seat belt buckle while vehicle is in motion since the special seat belt retractor will be deactivated Restraint systems 71 Instruments Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls cluster display data Operation Driving Technical data Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Restraint systems Important The use of infant or child re
169. lector lever out of P on the accelerator the transmission shifts up again or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal Warning 184 Stopping For brief stops e g at traffic lights leave the transmission in gear and hold vehicle with the service brake For longer stops with the engine idling shift into N or P and hold the vehicle with the service brake When stopping the vehicle on an uphill gradient do not hold it with the accelerator use the brake This avoids unnecessary transmission heat build up Maneuvering To maneuver in tight areas e g when pulling into a parking space control the vehicle speed by gradually releasing the brakes Accelerate gently and never abruptly step on the accelerator To rock a vehicle out of soft ground mud or snow alternately shift from forward to reverse while applying slight partial throttle Automatic transmission Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to come on Turn off and restart the engine to clear the malfunction indication Warning Getting out of your vehicle with the selector lev
170. leted via the multifunction display See page 246 In this case we recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes Benz Center Note See malfunction and warning messages on page 222 and page 232 if an engine oil level indicator appears on the multifunction display when the engine is running The engine oil level cannot be checked while the engine is running The ENGINE OIL LEVEL NOT WHEN ENGINE ON message will appear Engine oil consumption Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the break in period During the break in period higher oil consumption may be noticed and is normal Frequent driving at high engine speeds results in increased consumption 111 Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Driving Practical hints Car care Operation Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p 5 Exterior lamp switch Exterior lamp switch P82 10 2300 26 Kog Off Parking lamps also side marker lamps taillamps license plate lamps instrument panel lamps Canada only When the engine is running the low beam is additionally switched on Practical hints Parking lamps plus low beam or high beam headlamps combination switch pushed forward Standing lamps right turn left one stop Standing lamps left turn left two stops Front fog lamps pull out one stop with parking lamps and or low beam headlamps on Green indicator l
171. ll bolts are tight Observe a tightening torque of 80 ft lb 110 Nm 13 Ensure proper tire pressure Tires Wheels Instruments Instrument Operation Drivin and controls p 5 cluster display Warning Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off This could cause an accident Be sure to use the correct mounting bolts Warning The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only Use for over a total of 12 000 miles 20 000 km aggregate of all uses may cause wheel rim failure leading to an accident and possible injuries 258 Practical hints Tire inflation pressure A table see fuel filler flap lists the tire inflation pressures specified for Mercedes Benz recommended tires as well as for the varying operating conditions Important Tire pressure changes by approx 1 5 psi 0 1 bar per 18 F 10 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter Example If garage temperature approx 68 F 20 C and ambient temperature approx 32 F 0 C then the adjusted air pressure specified air pressure 3 psi Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort Increased inflation pressures
172. locking the adjustable telescoping steering column see page 74 220 Malfunction and indicator lamps in the center console AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp The indicator lamp will light up for approx 6 seconds when you turn the electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 The indicator lamp stays lit as long as a BabySmart compatible child seat is properly installed on the front passenger seat It indicates that the front passenger airbag is switched off See page 63 for BabySmart deactivation system BabySmart is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp Malfunction and indicator lamps Roll bar warning lamp The roll bar warning lamp is located in the roll bar switch in the center console Roll bar switch see page 92 With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the roll bar warning lamp comes on and should go out with the engine running With the engine running and the roll bar lowered the warning lamp in the roll bar switch will blink for approx 15 seconds The blinking is reminding you to raise the roll bar if the rear passenger seats are occupied Warning If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine or if it comes on while driving then the roll bar system is not operating properly and may not activate in an accident In this case raise the roll bar manually see page 51 before continuing to drive Note Have the roll bar system checked at your authorized Mercedes
173. n clothing or respiratory system In cases it does immediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary 13 Instruments Instrument Practical hints and controls cluster display Operation Driving Car care SUNETE Operation Driving mmn Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Rear view mirrors Exterior rear view mirrors With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the driver s side mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity With gear selector lever in position R or with the interior lamp switched on the driver s side mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Warning Exercise care when using the passenger side mirror The passenger side exterior mirror is convex outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view Objects in mirror are closer than they appear Check your inside rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes P82 00 2070 26 The switch is located on the center console Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 Notes First select the mirror to be adjusted press button The exterior mirrors have electrically heated glass The FE Left mirror heater switches on automatically depending on outside temperature Right mirror a HEE Ris If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its To adjust toggle the switch forward backward or to n
174. n or insert electronic key in steering lock Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument i Practical hints cluster display Note For operation in the USA only This device complies with Part 15 Subpart C Section 209 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING Changes or modification not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Mechanical keys The mechanical keys work only in the driver s door trunk and storage compartment locks Notes The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key 33 Instrument cluster display Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Central locking system Doors E os a e Samy pa P80 30 2135 26 1 Opening pull handle 2 Unlocking driver s door 3 Locking driver s door 4 Individual door from inside e Push lock button down to lock e Pull inside door handle to unlock P68 00 2185 26 Important The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system Whe
175. n of soft top 6 15 Insert hex socket wrench 7 to lock the soft top bow 14 Open trunk lid with mechanical key and carefully Press soft top bow down onto soft top compartment guide luggage cover into its storage compartment cover Insert and turn wrench in direction of arrow 8 to lock soft top bow 284 Emergency operation of soft top Instruments Operation Driving Jaen and controls cluster display Practical hints Instruments Operation Driving aa umeni and controls cluster display Practical hints Emergency operation of soft top P65 10 2009 26 P77 30 2079 26 16 Using screwdriver supplied in vehicle tool kit turn 18 Press lock button 9 and fold down locking screw clockwise to the stop handle 10 17 Close trunk lid Important Do not place mechanical key inside trunk since trunk is locked again when closing the lid 285 19 Turn locking handle 90 clockwise and pull soft top frame carefully down until it meets the windshield header attachment points Turn locking handle counterclockwise to the stop to lock the soft top Fold locking handle up until lock button engages Note Have the soft top operation checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible 286 Emergency operation of soft top Instruments Operation Driving D T Practical hints and controls cluster display Instruments Instrument Operation and controls p Driving Man
176. n of the parking brake system is checked each time the vehicle is in the shop for the required maintenance service If the parking brake is released and the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster stays on the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir Have the brake system inspected at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Install only brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes Benz Warning If other than recommended brake pads are installed or other than recommended brake fluid is used the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired This could result in an accident Caution When driving down long and steep grades relieve the load on the brakes by shifting into a lower gear to use the engine s braking power This helps prevent overheating of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear After hard braking it is advisable to drive on for some time rather than immediately parking so the air stream will cool down the brakes faster Driving off Apply the service brakes to test them briefly after driving off Perform this procedure only when the road is clear of other traffic Warm up the engine smoothly Do not place full load
177. n you lock the driver s door with the mechanical key the door lock button should move down Each individual door must be locked with the respective door lock button the driver s door can only be locked when it is closed In addition lock the trunk 34 If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm When opening a door while the central locking system is in the e selective unlocking mode only that individual door is unlocked The remaining door the trunk and fuel filler flap remain locked e global unlocking mode both doors the trunk and fuel filler flap are unlocked Notes When opening a door the door window lowers slightly After closing the door the window closes again In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually Central locking system To lock push down lock button and turn mechanical key in driver s door lock to position 3 In addition lock the trunk To unlock pull inside door handle and turn mechanical key in driver s door lock to position 2 When unlocking the driver s door with the mechanical key the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound To cancel the alarm insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button or on the electronic main key 35 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operati
178. nal telephone see page 139 Fast forward reverse see page 139 CD mode selector see page 133 9 Function button see page 132 and 139 126 10 Soft keys for radio band selection see page 131 tone controls see page 129 scan see page 132 Tape eject see page 134 A Mercedes Benz Tape track select see page 134 Dolby see page 135 CD Random repeat see page 139 RADIO CODE CARD SERIAL NO CODE NO 11 Tape mode selector see page 133 Anti theft system P82 60 2138 26 If the power supply to the Poe radio has been interrupted Samet an ba bane CODE will appear on the display when it is next switched on The radio will only work after the five digit code has been entered using the buttons on the right hand control panel Never leave the Radio code card in the vehicle Keep it in a Safe place The code number is shown on the Radio code card supplied with the radio Important 127 Audio system Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care ERS GUS Operation Driving HOS TACOS Practical hints and controls cluster display Audio system Entering the code number Button and soft key operation Switch on the radio CODE will appear on the display In these instructions the alpha numeric keypad right Using the buttons on the alpha numeric keypad enter side of radio face and the function buttons left side of the five digit code Confirm by pressing
179. nated with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2 see page 148 Audio system Storage compartment Ashtray with lighter see page 150 19 Car care Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Driving and controls Instruments and controls Center console ON GO OO FP WO N m p P68 10 2191 27 Practical hints Soft top switch see page 158 ESP control switch see page 209 Program mode selector switch see page 190 Left power window switch front see page 143 Right power window switch front see page 143 Left power window switch rear see page 143 Trunk lid release switch see page 41 Mirror adjustment switch see page 76 Right power window switch rear see page 143 Airbag Off indicator lamp see page 221 20 Overhead control panel 1 Tele Aid emergency call system see page 174 2 Interior lighting see page 146 3 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid telephone and voice recognition system 4 Rear view mirror see page 75 5 Garage door opener see page 154 Instruments and controls 21 Instruments Operation Driving and controls Operation Vehicle keys Start lock out General notes on the central locking system Central locking system Radio frequency and infrared remote control Locking and unlocking Choosing global or selective mode on remote control Opening the trunk Opening and closing windows from outside Panic button Mechanical ke
180. nces require seat belt use All states and provinces require use of child restraints that comply with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt For your safety and that of your passengers we strongly recommend their use Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury will result According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint 57 Warning Never ride in
181. nd indicator lamps Supplemental restraint system SRS indicator lamp The operational readiness of the airbag SRS system is verified by the indicator lamp SRS in the instrument cluster when turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 If no malfunction is detected the lamp will go out after approximately 4 seconds after the lamp goes out the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again Warning In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately to have the system checked otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident which could result in serious or fatal injury or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury See page 65 for notes on airbags see page 64 for belt tensioners and page 71 for infant and child seat restraint Technical Car care data Practical hints Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning N54 30 2756 21 When the warning lamp 1 comes on after starting the engine or if it comes on while driving it indicates that the fuel level is down to the reserve quantity of approximately 2 1 gal 8 liters The warning lamp blinks when the fuel cap is not closed or a
182. nd main odometer see page 90 Flexible service system FSS see page 107 Engine oil level indicator see page 110 2 Audio systems see page 91 Radio see page 91 CD player optional see page 92 Cassette player see page 93 3 Navigation system optional see page 99 4 Malfunction message memory see page 102 5 Individual settings see page 104 6 Trip computer see page 100 After start After reset Fuel tank content 7 Telephone if so equipped see page 94 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Press the or button repeatedly until the required system is displayed Pressing the button advances the display to the next system Pressing the button returns the display to the previous system You may call up additional displays within some of these categories by pressing the EAN or keg button Warning A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others programming and selecting features through the multifunction steering wheel should only be done by the driver when traffic and road conditions permit it to be done safely including pulling over toa safe location where that is required for safe operation 87 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Multi
183. ne book Pressing the button hangs up and display 3 providing it was previously downloaded See telephone appears operator s manual for details concerning downloading Pressing button EAN or 4 for longer than a second browses rapidly through the telephone book The name selected appears in the display Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system Note Press the button if you do not wish to make a call The procedure is cancelled and display 3 appears 95 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Instruments Instrument Operation Drivin Practical hints Car care and controls H 2 cluster display Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Redialing 1 The telephone is ready for use 2 Number or name stored in the redial memory 1 2 3 Number in the redial memory redialing has o gt commenced Es 4 Dialing is completed and the name stored in the telephone book is displayed or the number dialed will remain displayed if no name has been stored The display remains for the duration of the call 3 Memory location numbers the 10 most recently dialed numbers are stored LO most recently dialed number L1 to L previously dialed numbers 201573358 P54 30 2899 27 96 The telephone must be switched on Press the or button repeatedly until the display
184. ngine is overheated do not open the hood Move away from vehicle and do not open the hood until the engine has cooled If necessary call a fire department Instrument cluster display Practical hints P88 40 2025 26 To open To unlock the hood pull release lever 1 under the driver s side of the instrument panel At the same time a handle will extend out of the radiator grill it may be necessary to lift the hood up slightly Caution To avoid damage to the windshield wiper or hood open the hood only with wiper in the parked position 244 To close Lower hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approx 1 ft 30 cm assisting with hands placed flat on edges of hood 3 To avoid hood damage please make sure that hood is fully closed If not repeat closing procedure Do not push down on hood to attempt to fully close it _ P88 40 201 7 26 Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radiator grill and open hood do not pull up on handle 245 Engine compartment Instruments Operation Driving Jaen and controls cluster display Practical hints Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Engine compartment Checking engine oil level CLK 320 shown Th 1 9 d 1U9 sapaoiayy gi e fl 26 1 Oil dipstick 2 Oil filler cap To check the engine oil level park vehicle on level ground with engine at normal operati
185. nner V E e JAC E E E O A need NEMICIE1OOIS a e a a 171 259 195 44 265 268 100 85 39 31 4 288 241 W Warranty coverage WASHER FLUID headlamp cleaning system malfunction and warning messages 006 What you should know at the gas station ME A tee cee A senna Where tO MINCE a E A A RATAN 165 Wind screen Windshield washer headlamp cleaning system FRC ME r E we Mat A A E Mente eam Wiper blade Replacdine inserta neer a a S 300 235 211 250 13 249 288 323
186. ns on container i e loss of gloss Do not apply any of these products or wax if your Note vehicle is parked in the sun or if the hood is still hot Use only acid free cleaning materials The acid could Use the appropriate MB Touch Up Stick for quick and lead to corrosion provisional repairs of minor paint damage i e chips from stones vehicle doors etc 296 Cleaning and care of the vehicle Instruments Operation Driving Instrument i Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Instrument cluster display Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Cleaning and care of the vehicle Soft top Clean soft top with soft top raised and locked Lower the soft top into the storage compartment only if the soft top is completely dry If the soft top is kept in the storage compartment for a lengthy period raise it and air out with the windows open about every 4 months Dry cleaning Brush top always from front to rear with a soft bristled brush Wet cleaning Brush the dry top Wash with a mild detergent and an ample supply of lukewarm water by wiping with a soft bristled brush or sponge from front to rear Then rinse thoroughly with clear water If only parts of the top have been washed wet the entire top and allow it to air dry before lowering it into the storage compartment Do not use sharp edged instruments for the removal of ice and snow Practical hints Car care Notes
187. nshifts one gear at a time in the order D 4 3 2 1 Press and hold selector lever in the Sj direction The selector lever position display will switch to the gear range currently selected by the automatic transmission The transmission will only shift down one gear if the gear range currently selected has already shifted to its highest possible gear Briefly press selector lever in the direction The transmission will shift from the current gear range to the next higher gear range If the transmission is already in gear range D an additional upshift of one gear is possible 187 Technical data Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Practical hints Car care Driving Instrument Operation cluster display Driving Automatic transmission Press and hold selector lever in the direction The transmission will shift from the current gear directly to gear range D Warning On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control Important With transmission in gear range D 4 or 3 upshifting from 1st to 2nd to 3rd gear is delayed depending on vehicle speed and engine temperature This allows the catalytic converter to heat up more quickly to operating temperatures Practical hints Car care
188. nz Limited Warranty Fuels coolants lubricants etc Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation and controls Driving Practical hints Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze which provides e corrosion protection e freeze protection e boiling protection by increasing the boiling point The cooling system was filled at the factory witha coolant providing freeze protection to approximately 22 F 30 C and corrosion protection If the antifreeze mixture is effective to 22 F 30 C the boiling point of the coolant in the pressurized cooling system is reached at approximately 266 F 130 C The coolant solution must be used year round to provide the necessary corrosion protection and increase in the boil over protection You should have it replaced every 3 years To provide the important corrosion protection the solution must be at least 45 anticorrosion antifreeze equals a freeze protection to approx 22 F 30 C If you use a Solution that is more than 55 anticorrosion antifreeze freeze protection to approx 49 F 45 C Technical data Car care INL ALSO Operation Driving UIE Practical hints Car care sees and controls cluster display data Fuels coolants lubricants etc the engine temperature will increase due to the lower Before the start of the winter season or once a year in heat transfer capability of the solution Therefo
189. o switch off Note Both functions cannot be used simultaneously Practical hints Direct track selection Tracks can be selected directly using the buttons on the alpha numeric keypad Press the EJ function button followed by the track number 139 Telephone operation Various functions of the Mercedes Benz integrated cellular telephone can be performed and displayed via the car radio Further instructions for operating the car telephone can be found in the operation guide for the cellular telephone Switching the telephone on and off Switching on Press the button TEL appears in the corner of the display m a D n TE Fr WE AUD SC Switching off Press and hold the button until the telephone symbol TEL no longer appears in the display or press the PWR button on the phone s keypad 1 Optional equipment Audio system Entering telephone number and starting dialing process Enter the desired telephone number using the alpha numeric keypad The number can have up to 32 digits but only 13 of these can be displayed The dialing process is started by pressing the SND button The entered number can be corrected using the CLR key F ree a a Si a mirii i r mr a Be a Ti The rl EIM mi Diet F Press the CLR key briefly Eg and the last digit will be scene deleted Press the CLR key longer and the complete number will be deleted Calling up the phone bo
190. of approx 9 mph CLK 320 15 km h or more To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking deactivate the automatic central locking see page 37 Cover removal Insert finger in recess of cover and pull cover out Cover installation Engage cover at bottom and press in top securely 265 P88 20 2027 26 CLK 430 Cover removal Hold left and right end of grille and pull out Cover installation Engage left and right end of grille and press in securely Towing We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment This method is preferable to other types of towing The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position N for distances up to 30 miles 50 km and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h The electronic key must be in steering lock position 2 To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission however we recommend the drive shaft be disconnected at the rear axle drive flange for any towing beyond a short tow to a nearby garage Do not tow with sling type equipment Towing with sling type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports Use wheel lift dolly or flat bed equipment with electronic key in steering lock turned to position 0 Warning With the engine not running there is no power assistance for the braking and steering systems In this case it is important to keep in mind that a considerably
191. oil consumption Exterior lamp switch Night security illumination Headlamp cleaning system Combination switch Hazard warning flasher switch Automatic climate control 75 76 80 86 90 9 94 99 100 102 104 106 107 110 111 112 113 114 115 117 118 Operation Audio and telephone Power windows Interior lighting Entrance lamps exit lamps in doors Sun visors Illuminated vanity mirrors Interior Storage compartments armrest and cup holder Glove box Ashtray Lighter Cargo tie down rings Parcel net in front passenger footwell Armrest rear bench Telephone general Cellular telephone Garage door opener Soft top Wind screen Driving Control and operation of radio transmitters 125 143 146 146 147 147 148 148 148 150 151 152 152 152 153 153 154 158 165 170 The first 1 000 miles 1 500 km Maintenance Catalytic converter Emission control Tele Aid Steering lock Starting and turning off the engine Automatic transmission Parking brake Driving instructions Drive sensibly save fuel Drinking and driving Pedals Power assistance Brakes Driving off Parking Tires Snow chains Winter driving instructions Deep water Passenger compartment 171 171 172 173 174 180 182 183 192 192 192 193 193 193 193 194 195 195 198 198 199 200 Travelling abroad Cruise control Brake assist system BAS Antilock brake system AB
192. ok The numbers stored in the telephone memory can be called up via either name or number entries The memory contents from the portable phone must be downloaded and the telephone menu must be selected in order to call up the phone book Refer to the Memory download section of the cellular telephone operation guide for more information 140 Technical data Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Instruments Instrument Technical Operation Drivin Practical hints Car care and controls 5 gt cluster display data Audio system Switching between name search and number search Placing a call Press ABC key Name search co ROSH When a number or a name emer s g has been selected using the Press NUM key Number search miit d ae method described above SAD Lk ENO press the SND key Searching and selecting phone book entries by name Press the ABC key The current name is shown on the Manual repeat dialing redial display The stored entries in alphabetical order can be selected using the EN or EAM button By pressing the or BEG buttons the stored entries can be selected according to alphabetical initial letters e g A Adam B Brown M Miller The last number entered can be re selected by pressing the SND key once and the call can be placed by pressing the SND key a second time The last dialed telephone number is shown on the display Using th
193. olded forward Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted The glass may be scratched or broken Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed An improperly installed wiper blade may cause windshield damage 288 Practical hints Instruments Operation Driving HALLE and controls cluster display Practical hints Replacing wiper blade insert P82 30 0333 26 P82 30 2037 26 Removal Installation Fold wiper arm forward Press safety tab down 1 push Slide direction of arrow wiper blade insert into wiper blade downward 2 and remove retainer claws until tabs are engaged Place wiper blade on firm support Press down both tabs Insert wiper blade between tabs 3 on the wiper arm and slide direction of arrow the wiper blade insert out and slide into end of wiper arm Press safety tab upward of the retainer claws until it locks in place 289 290 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Engine cleaning Vehicle washing Power washer Plastic and rubber parts Tar stains Window cleaning Headlamps taillamps turn signal lenses Wiper blade Seat belts Headliner 292 293 293 293 293 294 294 294 294 294 294 Instrument cluster Steering wheel and gear selector lever Hard plastic trim items Upholstery Ornamental moldings Paintwork painted body components Light alloy wheels Soft top Wind screen Rubber weatherstrip
194. ollow steps 1 though 4 Note If after repeated attempts you do not successfully program the integrated remote control device to learn the signal of the hand held transmitter the garage door opener could be equipped with the rolling code feature 155 Garage door opener Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Instruments Instrument Operation Driving i Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Garage door opener Rolling code programming 3 Firmly press and release the programmed integrated remote control transmit button Press and release same button a second time to complete the training process Some garage door openers may requires you to do this procedure a third time to complete the training To train a garage door opener or other rolling code devices with the rolling code feature follow these instructions after completing the Programming portion of this text A second person may make the following training procedures quicker and easier 4 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the 1 Locate training button on the garage door opener programmed button on the integrated remote motor head unit Exact location and color of the control transmitter button may vary by garage door opener brand If there is difficulty locating the transmitting button Canadian programming l l reference to garage door opener op
195. on Driving Instruments Instrument Operation Driving Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Central locking system Central locking switch If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch while in the global remote control mode the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside Notes If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control the doors and trunk cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside opening a door with the inside door handle will trigger the alarm To cancel the alarm insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button P82 00 2013 26 or on the electronic main key The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch 1 Locking 2 Unlocking The central locking switch is located in the center console The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central locking switch if both doors are closed If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch while in the selective remote control 236 mode only the door opened from the inside is unlocked Automatic central locking Notes The central locking switch also operates the automatic If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch central locking after activating the automatic central locking and neither door is opened then the doors remain unlock
196. on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached When starting off on a slippery surface do not allow one drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the ESP switched off Doing so may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty 194 Parking Tires Warning Warning To reduce the risk of personal injury as a result of If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride vehicle movement before turning off the engine disturbance or you suspect that possible damage to and leaving the vehicle always your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and I keep Tight foot onthe service brake pedal drive with caution to an area which is a safe 2 Firmly depress parking brake pedal distance from the roadway 3 Move the selector lever to position P Inspect the tires and under the vehicle for possible damage If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe have 4 Slowly release the service brake pedal it towed to the nearest Mercedes Benz Center or 5 Turn front wheels towards the road curb HI le IT REPELS Turn the electronic key to steering lock Tread wear indicators TWI are required by law These position 0 and remove indicators are located in six places on the tread 7 Take the electronic key and lock vehicle when circumference and become visible at a tread depth of leaving approximately in 1 5 mm at whic
197. on or is continuously lit the system is not functioning You must see an authorized Mercedes Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat 63 BabySmart is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp Supplemental restraint system SRS Airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus seat belts in impacts for which the airbags were designed to operate and do not afford any protection whatsoever in crashes for which the airbags are not designed to deploy The SRS uses two crash severity levels thresholds to activate either the emergency tensioning retractor ETR or front airbag or both Activation depends on the direction and severity of the impact exceeding the preset thresholds and whether the seat belt is fastened Seat belt fastened e first threshold exceeded ETR activates e second threshold exceeded airbag also activates Seat belt not fastened e first threshold exceeded airbag activates but not ETR Driver and front passenger systems operate independently of each other Emergency tensioning retractor ETR The seat belts for the front seats are equipped with emergency tensioning retractors These tensioning retractors are located in each belt s inertia reel and become operationally ready with the electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2 The emergency tensioning retractors are designed to activate only when the seat belts are
198. onal injury py DISPLAY DEFECTIVE DISPLAY DEFECT VE UISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 2085 21 Line 1 Line 2 C DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page 222 This message is displayed to indicate that the information being relayed by the engine control unit is no longer complete The coolant temperature gauge tachometer or the cruise control may have failed Malfunction and warning messages Instruments Instrument Operation and controls p Driving cluster display DISPLAY DEFECTIVE DISPLAY DEFECTIVE 4 VISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 2089 21 Line 1 Line 2 C DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP 2 C Category see page 222 The displays for several systems have failed Some systems themselves may also have failed 223 Practical hints Car care Instruments Instrument Driving and controls Operation cluster display Malfunction and warning messages BATTERY ALTERNATOR BATTERY ALTERHATOR E UISIT WORKSHOP P54 30 3574 21 Line 1 Line 2 C BATTERY ALTERNATOR VISIT WORKSHOP 2 OVERVOLTAGE VISIT WORKSHOP 2 UNDERVOLTAGE CONSUMER DEFECTIVE 2 C Category see page 222 This message indicates a malfunction which must be repaired immediately Practical hints Car care It may indicate that the poly V belt has broken Should this condition occur the poly V belt must be replaced before continuing to operate the vehicle Otherwise the engine
199. onal temperature Check engine oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan Practical hints Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil level Fully insert dipstick in tube and remove after three seconds to obtain accurate reading Oil level must be between the lower min and upper max mark of the dipstick Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level is approximately 2 1 US qt 2 0 1 Do not overfill the engine Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned It could cause damage to engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty See malfunction and warning messages on page 222 if an engine oil level display appears on the multifunction display when the engine is running Note See page 110 for engine oil level indicator 246 Automatic transmission fluid level Coolant level The transmission has a permanent fill of automatic transmission fluid Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and changes are not required For this reason the dipstick is omitted If you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting malfunctions have your authorized Mercedes Benz Center check the transmission fluid level P20 30 2032 26 To check the coolant level the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine stopped Check coolant level only when coolant is cold The coolant le
200. or vehicle location If either of these signals are unavailable the Tele Aid system may not function and if this occurs assistance must be summoned by other means 179 Instrument i Practical hints Car care cluster display Operation Driving ES aument Operation Driving ustune Practical hints and controls cluster display Steering lock Steering lock 1 Steering is unlocked If necessary move steering wheel slightly to allow the electronic key to be turned clockwise to position 1 Most electrical consumers can be operated For detailed information see respective subjects 2 Driving position 3 Starting position See page 182 for starting and turning off the engine Warning BBD 50 2061 26 When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock the 0 The electronic key can be withdrawn in this position vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the only The steering is locked when the electronic key vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause is removed from the steering lock If necessary i ae serious personal injury move steering wheel slightly to allow the locking mechanism to engage The electronic key can only be removed with the selector lever in position P After removing the electronic key or with the electronic key in steering lock position 0 the selector lever is locked in position P 180 Impor
201. ore starting Ensure that parking brake is engaged and that selector lever is in position P or N Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 Starting Do not depress accelerator Briefly turn electronic key in steering lock clockwise to the stop and release The starter will engage until the engine is running If engine will not run and the starting procedure stops turn electronic key completely to the left and repeat starting the engine After several unsuccessful attempts have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Practical hints Car care Important Due to the installed starter non repeat feature the electronic key must be turned completely to the left before attempting to start the engine again In areas where temperatures frequently drop below 4 F 20 C we recommend that an engine block heater be installed Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will advise you on this subject Turning off Turn the electronic key in the steering lock to position 0 to stop the engine The electronic key can only be removed with the selector lever in position P 182 Automatic transmission Automatic transmission Instruments and controls Operation Driving The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically dependent upon e Selector lever position e Program mode selector e Accelerator position e Vehicle speed The gear shift
202. ormal position it must be repositioned by applying either side firm pressure until it snaps into place 76 Warning In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass breaks Electrolyte has an irritating effect Do not allow the liquid come into contact with eyes skin clothing or respiratory system In cases it does immediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary Important Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle paint finish can only be completely removed while in their liquid state by applying plenty of water T1 Rear view mirrors Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Storing mirror positions in memory l es Parking position The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in memory with the seat head restraint position and can be recalled when necessary see page 47 The passenger side exterior mirror can be adjusted and programmed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers e g to observe the curb or other objects close to the vehicle With electronic key in steering lock position 2 and the exterior rear view mirror switch in the passenger side position the passenger side mirror will be turned downward when placing the gear selector lever in R Reverse The mirror position can now be adjusted as desired 78 Rear view mirrors Instrum
203. oroughly clean the inner side of the wheels any time you rotate the wheels or wash the vehicle underside The use of retread tires is not recommended Retread tires may adversely affect the handling characteristics and safety of the vehicle Dented or bent rims can cause tire pressure loss and damage to the tire beads For this reason check rims for damage at regular intervals The rim flanges must be checked for wear before a tire is mounted Remove burrs if any Check and ensure proper tire inflation pressure after rotating the wheels For tire inflation pressure see inside of fuel filler flap and also page 259 251 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving SUNETE Operation Driving ustune Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Tires Wheels Spare wheel Spare wheel CLK 320 Important The spare wheel rim is mounted with a full size tire of the same type as on the vehicle and is fully functional However that spare wheel rim is weight optimized and has a limited service life of 12 000 miles 20 000 km use before a standard wheel rim must replace it In the case of a flat tire you may temporarily use the spare wheel Do not operate vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement If the arrow on tire si
204. ors or dust into the vehicle s interior Outside air is not supplied to the vehicle s interior To select press button To cancel press button again The system will automatically switch from recirculated air to fresh air e after approx 5 minutes at outside temperatures below approx 40 F 5 C e after approx 30 minutes at outside temperatures above approx 40 F 5 C e after approx 5 minutes if button BEJ is pressed If the windows should fog up from the inside switch from recirculated air back to fresh air At high outside temperatures the system automatically engages the recirculated air mode thereby increasing the cooling capacity performance switching to partially fresh air within 30 minutes Automatic climate control Residual engine heat utilization With the engine switched off it is possible to continue heating the interior for a short while Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically To select Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 0 or remove key Press R button This function selection will not activate if the battery charge level is insufficient To cancel Press RB button The system will automatically shut off e if you turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2 e after approx 30 minutes e if the battery voltage drops 123 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Dr
205. p see page 287 Fuel To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air fully insert filler nozzle unit Only fill fuel tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out do not top up or overfill Warning P88 60 2021 26 Overfilling of fuel tank may result in creating pressure in the system which could cause a gas Fuel supply discharge such as the gas spraying back out upon removing the filler nozzle which could cause ersonal injury Warning a e Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can burns violently and can cause serious injury cause the CHECK ENGINE lamp to illuminate Whenever you are around gasoline avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact extinguish all smoking Fuel tank capacity approx 16 4 US gal 62 0 1 materials Never allow sparks flame or smoking This includes approx 2 1 US gal 8 0 1 reserve Use materials near gasoline premium unleaded gasoline Posted Octane Index 91 211 Average of 96 RON 86 MON e Engine oil Engine oil level check see page 110 and page 246 Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level 2 1 US qt 2 0 1 Recommended engine oils see Approved Service Products sheet e Coolant For normal replenishing use water potable water quality For further information e g anticorrosion antifreeze see page 307 e Spark plugs Approved spark plugs see page 305 e Tire pressure For tire pressur
206. per position The soft top compartment cover and rear window section of the soft top unlocks The rear window section of the soft top raises The soft top compartment cover opens The soft top lowers into its storage compartment The soft top compartment cover closes and locks The indicator lamp in the soft top switch goes out the lowering procedure is completed a signal sounds If the soft top switch is held or is released and lifted again within approximately 2 seconds the side windows will close If the roll bar was previously in the upper position it will return to that position The side windows can also be opened closed later on Lift press soft top switch twice and hold see page 145 However the side windows and the roll bar can also be activated using their respective switches see page 143 and page 51 Practical hints Car care 161 Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Soft top Warning 4 Press symbol side of soft top switch and hold To prevent possible accidents drive the vehicle e The indicator lamp in the soft top switch lights only with the soft top either completely closed and up locked or fully lowered into its storage Notes compartment ee If indicator lamp blinks slowly a malfunction Note has occurred in the system For safety reasons the soft top cannot be lowered while driving Raising Soft Top 1 Engag
207. pment Power windows operated with soft top switch P54 25 2215 26 Soft top switch is located on center console In addition to the power window switches the windows can also be opened or closed with the soft top switch Warning When closing the windows be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure Practical hints Car care When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury The soft top handle must be in the locked position to operate the power windows Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 To open Lift soft top switch quickly twice and hold To close Press soft top switch quickly twice and hold Release switch when windows are in desired position 145 Interior lighting P68 00 2297 26 1 Automatic interior lighting Press once and the automatic interior lighting is activated Interior lamps are switched on and off soft fade delayed when unlocking or locking the vehicle or when opening or closing a door However there will be no soft fade delay when the electronic key is in steering lock position 2 Press again and interior lamps remain switched off even when centrally unlocking or opening a door Interior
208. pported comfortably 2 Backrest bottom 3 Backrest center 4 Side bolster adjustment Adjust the side bolster to provide good lateral support The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied with regulators 1 2 and 3 after turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 2 The side bolsters of the backrest can be adjusted with rocker switch 4 e press to the right increase side support e press to the left decrease side support If the engine is turned off the last cushion setting is retained in memory and automatically adjusts the cushion to this setting when the engine is restarted 54 Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Seats Heated seats front optional ol H 44 P54 25 2036 26 The front seat heater switches are located in the center console The front seat heaters can be switched on with the electronic key in steering lock positions 1 or 2 Practical hints Car care Press switch to turn on seat heater 1 Normal seat heating mode One indicator lamp in the switch lights up 2 Rapid seat heating mode Both indicator lamps in the switch light up After approximately 5 minutes in the rapid seat heating mode the seat heater automatically switches to normal operation and only one indicator lamp will stay on Turning off seat heater If one indicator lamp is on pres
209. pproved Interior Care onto soft lint free cloth and apply with light pressure Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring e g when wet etc may cause the upholstery to become permanently discolored By lining the seats with a proper intermediate cover contact discoloration will be prevented Car care Practical hints Leather Upholstery Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care Exercise particular care when cleaning perforated leather as its underside should not become wet MB Tex Upholstery Pour Mercedes Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint free cloth and apply with light pressure Ornamental Moldings For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome plated parts use a chrome cleaner 295 Paintwork painted body components Light alloy wheels Mercedes Benz approved Paint Care should be applied Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for when water drops on the paint surface do not bead up regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels normally in 3 to 5 months depending on climate and If possible clean wheels once a week with Mercedes washing detergent used Benz approved Wheel Care using a soft bristle brush Mercedes Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be and a strong spray of water applied if paint surface shows signs of dirt embedding Follow instructio
210. r additional information refer to the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box Introduction Introduction Change of address or ownership 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 Client 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 Client Assistance Center in the USA at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or Customer Service in Canada at 1 800 387 0100 10 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries please be aware that e Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available e unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts e 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
211. r on the electronic main key Antitheft alarm system 43 Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving JES TALLINE Operation Driving Mee Practical hints Car care Weinman and controls cluster display data Tow away alarm Tow away alarm The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered The tow away alarm system is switched off automatically if the vehicle is unlocked with the electronic main key If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds an emergency Call is initiated automatically See Tele Aid on page 182 To prevent triggering the tow away alarm feature switch off the tow away alarm before towing the vehicle or when parking on a surface subject to movement such as a ferry or auto train P82 50 2063 26 To do so turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 0 or remove electronic key from steering lock Press tow away alarm switch 1 The indicator lamp 2 illuminates briefly The switch is located in the center console 1 Press to switch off 2 Indicator lamp Exit vehicle and lock vehicle with the remote control The tow away alarm remains switched off until the Once the alarm system has been armed the exterior vehicle is locked again with the remote control at which vehicle lamps
212. r the accelerator is released the previously set speed will be resumed automatically If a set speed is to be increased or decreased slightly e g to adapt to the traffic flow hold lever in position 1 or 2 until the desired speed is reached or briefly tip the lever in the appropriate direction for increases or decreases in 0 6 mph 1 km h increments When the lever is released the newly set Speed remains 201 3 Canceling Important To cancel the cruise control briefly push lever to position 3 Moving gear selector lever to position N switches the cruise control off When you step on the brake pedal or the vehicle speed drops below approx 25 mph 40 km h for example when driving upgrade the cruise control will be canceled Warning Only use the cruise control if the traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a If the cruise control cancels by itself and remains steady speed inoperative until the engine is restarted have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible e The use of cruise control can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a steady 4 Resume speed e The use of cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads Rapid changes in tire adhesion can result in wheel spin and loss of control If the lever is briefly pushed to position 4 when driving at a speed exceeding approx 25
213. rcs erennere ees 114 Pleated seats iis ec eateat ce E E E aes eras 55 S 6 0 8 Repeater Me A T et tne ee ee PONS ee 244 I Tlluminated vanity mirrors c ce e 147 Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 82 Infant and child restraint systems cccceeeeeeee ees 71 Instrumente Mier a a ein tte oer eek urate 80 NCUA ALM O SOS NAY taeie ces e cates eae ahaeie oae tes 83 in diCator lain ps sia e sass panier aca ee teenan ns 82 Fistomentlamnps ieena a a a 83 Instrumenisand Controls enaa ee 18 Interior Generali OlEs m ee a E E 148 nteti or W S MS ze ae cons dee eae eae 146 J DUTIES CAT ELT a4 Fas aes ae octet conan is cetera tierton 263 322 LIGHT SENSOR malfunction and Warmin IMECSSASES aar E nn RES Lighter LIGHTING SYSTEM malfunction and warnine NICS SASS a E E ke Limp home mode Automatic transmission Eockineand umockine arere aae cea ess UWS CACC COVER E A E E M Ma mtenanc o a E Sopa teaste Malfunction and indicator lamps In the mstument Cluster ieena E e Malfunction and warning messages 0cceeeeeee Malfunction message MEMOTY esececeseeeeeeeees Manual operation of soft top ccccceeeeeceeeeeeeeeees MIDE ONTO UR SCA Lease alten eee arse doces ene cn tances Mult mncHon display seee ae aee Engine oil level indicator ccccssececsseeeeeeees ESS Flexible service System o 2i cccseetsereee ccccees Setting the audio Volume ense n
214. re do not the hot southern regions you should have the use more than this amount of anticorrosion antifreeze anticorrosion antifreeze concentration checked The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes Benz Center for service If the coolant level is low water and MB anticorrosion antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage The water in the cooling system must meet minimum Anticorrosion antifreeze quantity requirements which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water If your are not sure about the water quality consult your authorized Mercedes Benz Center adei A PPTOA TORN PTOIEEioN 2397F 49 F Anticorrosion antifreeze 37 C 45 C Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts The CLK 320 4 8 US qt 5 3 US qt use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines 4 5 1 5 0 1 necessitates that anticorrosion antifreeze coolant used l l in such engines be specifically formulated to protect the CLK 430 5 9 US qt 6 5 US qt aluminum parts Failure to use such anticorrosion 5 6 1 6 11 antifreeze coolant will result in a significantly shortened service life Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle Mercedes Benz Anticorrosion antifreeze agent Consumer information This has been prepared as required of all manufactures of passenger cars under Title 49
215. reased to a safe operating level Should temperatures occur while in CD mode which are too low TEMP LOW will be displayed but the CD will play It will be sensitive to skipping if you are driving over rough roads Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during playback Avoid fingerprints and dust on CDs Do not write on the CDs or apply any label to the CDs Clean CDs from time to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth No solvents anti static sprays etc should be used Audio system Replace the CD in its container after use Protect CDs from heat and direct sunlight Warning The CD changer is a Class 1 laser product There is a danger of invisible laser radiation if the cover is opened or damaged Do not remove the cover The CD changer does not contain any parts which can be serviced by the user For safety reasons have any service work which may be necessary performed only by qualified personnel 1 Optional equipment 136 Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Audio system CD changer installed P82 60 2137 26 1 CD changer 2 CD magazine 3 CD tray 4 CD If a CD changer is installed it can be operated from the front control panel of the radio A loaded magazine must be installed for
216. requency and infrared remote control plus removable mechanical key The remote control 1 operates all locks on the vehicle The mechanical key 2 works only in the driver s door trunk and storage compartment locks Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument i Practical hints cluster display The mechanical key 2 can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control To do so move lock 3 in direction of arrow and slide the mechanical key 2 in direction of arrow 5 When using the mechanical key 2 for lock operations it can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control To do so move locking tab 3 to the right and slide the mechanical key 2 in direction of arrow 4 The remote control transmitter is located in the electronic main key The infrared receivers are located in the door handles Notes Remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key when using valet parking service To prevent access to trunk or storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key 25 Instruments Operation Driving HAC umeni and controls cluster display Central locking system Electronic reserve key P80 30 2069 26 The electronic reserve key is without remote control functions but with removable mechanical key Practical hints The electronic reserve key 1 works only in the steering lock There are no batteries inside t
217. s After the call has been terminated the previously selected audio source is resumed Terminating call A current call can be terminated by pressing the END key 142 Audio system Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints Car care and controls Operation Driving Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Interior equipment Power windows P54 25 2214 26 Power window switches are located on center console 1 left front 2 left rear 3 right front 4 right rear data Practical hints Car care Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 Press switch in to resistance point B to open Kay to close Release switch when window is in desired position Warning When closing the windows be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure The closing procedure can be immediately reversed by either pressing the switch A or pressing button on the remote control and holding it When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury 143 Express opening and closing of door windows Press switch B or EAN past resistance point and release window opens or closes completely To interrup
218. s properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant During an accident they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt 72 Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 Ibs to the point where a lap shoulder belt fits properly without one When the child restraint is not in use remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of an accident Restraint systems Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Drivin 7 2 cluster display Practical hints 73 Instruments Instrument Operation and controls Driving Adjusting telescoping steering column Adjusting telescoping steering column P46 10 2020 26 Warning Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driving Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle cluster display Unlocking Pull handle 1 out to its stop The indicator lamp located
219. s try to use the jack on level surface Be sure that the jack arm is fully inserted in the jack tube Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before working under the vehicle cluster display Technical data Practical hints Car care Move vehicle to a level area which is a safe distance from the roadway Warning Before working on the vehicle e g when changing wheels the roll bar should be raised with the switch and the electronic key be removed from the steering lock to prevent possible injury 1 Set parking brake and turn on hazard warning flasher 2 Move selector lever to position P and turn off engine 3 Prevent vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks not supplied with vehicle or sizable wood block or stone When changing a wheel on a hill place chocks on the downhill side blocking both wheels of the other axle On a level road place one chock in front of and one behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed 254 P40 10 2099 26 4 Using the wrench loosen but do not yet remove the 5 Remove the protective cover from the jack support wheel bolts tube opening by inserting the screwdriver supplied in the tool kit in the opening and prying it out The tube openings are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings Tires Wheels 255 Instruments Operation Driving m umani
220. s upper half of switch If both indicator lamps are on press lower half of switch If left on the seat heater automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of operation 55 Notes When in operation the seat heater consumes a large amount of electrical power It is not advisable to use the seat heater longer than necessary The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time or if the battery charge is low When this occurs the indicator lamp in the switch will blink both indicator lamps blink during rapid seat heating mode The seat heaters will switch on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available If the blinking of the indicator lamps is distracting to you the seat heaters can be switched off 56 Seats Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Instruments and controls UAC Leu Practical hints Car care Technical cluster display data Operation Driving Restraint systems Seat belts and integrated restraint system Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats emergency tensioning retractors for the front seat belts dual front airbags door mounted side impact airbags and knee bolsters for driver and front passenger Their protective functions are designed to complement one another Seat belts Important Laws in most states and all Canadian provi
221. se braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The BAS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or aquaplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others Practical hints Car care The BAS is designed to maximize the vehicle s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers by having maximum power boost applied to the brakes more quickly in emergency braking conditions than might otherwise be afforded solely by the driver s braking style This can help reduce braking distances over what ordinary driving and braking style might do The BAS complements the antilock brake system ABS Applying the brakes very quickly results in maximum BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated The malfunction indicator lamp for the electronic stability program ESP is combined with the BAS malfunction indicator lamp 204 The BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp in the If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts the
222. serious or even fatal accident is sharply increased when you drink or take drugs and drive Please don t drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive after drinking or taking drugs Pedals Warning Keep driver s foot area clear at all times Objects stored in this area may impair pedal movement Power assistance Warning When the engine is not running the brake and steering systems are without power assistance Under these circumstances a much greater effort is necessary to stop or steer the vehicle Brakes Warning After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through water deep enough to wet brake components the first braking action may be somewhat reduced and increased pedal pressure may be necessary to obtain expected braking effect Be sure to maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effectiveness It may not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an accident Driving instructions 193 Instruments Instrument Practical hints Car care Technical and controls Operation LM cluster display data Driving Instruments runn Practical hints Car care Technical and controls Operation Drivin k 2 cluster display data Driving instructions The conditio
223. shield washer headlamp cleaning system fluid reservoir Capacity approx 7 4 US qt 7 0 1 The reservoir should be refilled with MB Windshield washer concentrate and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures Engine compartment Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Instrument cluster display Warning Washer solvent antifreeze is highly flammable Do not spill washer solvent antifreeze on hot engine parts because it may burn You can be seriously burned Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water 1 part S to 100 parts water 40 ml S to 1 gallon water For temperature below freezing MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze 1 part S to 100 parts solvent 40 ml S to 1 gallon solvent 249 Practical hints SUNETE Operation Driving ustune Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Tires Wheels Wheels It is imperative that the wheel mounting bolts be fastened to a tightening torque of 80 ft lb 110 Nm Replace rims or tires with the same designation whenever wheels are mounted manufacturer and type as shown on the original part See your authorized Mercedes Benz Center for further For rim and tire specifications
224. splay Instruments Instrument Car care and controls Operation Driving Practical hints cluster display Malfunction and warning messages WASHER FLUID WASHER FLUID CHECK LEVEL Line 1 Line 2 WASHER FLUID CHECK LEVEL C Category see page 222 P54 30 2181 21 C When this message appears while the engine is running the level of the reservoir has dropped to approx of the total volume The reservoir should be refilled with the prescribed mixture of MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water or the Concentrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperature at the next opportunity The reservoir for the windshield and headlamp washer systems is located in the engine compartment See windshield washer system on page 249 for instructions on adding washer fluid 299 236 Practical hints First aid kit Shelf below rear window Stowing things in the vehicle Luggage cover Spare wheel vehicle tools storage compartment Vehicle jack Fuses Hood Checking engine oil level Automatic transmission fluid level Coolant level Adding coolant Windshield washer headlamp clean system Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio Wheels Tire replacement Rotating wheels Spare wheel 238 238 238 238 240 241 242 244 246 247 247 248 249 249 250 250 251 292 Changing wheels Tire inflation pressure
225. st 1 wr 18 For more detailed descriptions see Index on page 315 For adjustment of air outlets refer to automatic climate control see page 118 Side air outlet adjustable Air volume control for side air outlet Exterior lamp switch see page 112 Parking brake release see page 192 Parking brake pedal see page 192 Hood lock release see page 244 Combination switch see page 115 Cruise control switch see page 201 ON BO OO FP WO N me Multifunction steering wheel see page 86 Horn with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2 10 Instrument cluster see page 80 11 Voice recognition system switch see separate operating instructions 12 Steering lock with ignition starter switch see page 180 Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Driving and controls 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Practical hints Center air outlets adjustable Air volume control for center air outlets Left front seat heater switch see page 55 Headlamp washer switch see page 114 Roll bar switch see page 52 Roll bar warning lamp Hazard warning flasher switch see page 117 Central locking switch see page 36 Switch for tow away alarm see page 44 Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system see page 42 Right front seat heater switch see page 55 Automatic climate control see page 118 Rear window defroster switch Glove box illumi
226. ster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Drivin and controls p S Parking brake Parking brake Driving instructions Drive sensibly save fuel Fuel consumption to a great extent depends on driving habits and operating conditions To save fuel you should e keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures e remove unnecessary loads e allow engine to warm up under low load use e avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration P42 20 2036 26 e have all maintenance work performed at regular To engage firmly depress parking brake pedal When intervals by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center the electronic key is in steering lock position 2 the Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should weather in stop and go traffic on short trips and in hilly come on brightly country To release the parking brake pull handle on instrument panel The brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should go out A warning sounds if you start to drive without having released the parking brake 192 Also see brake warning lamp on page 217 Drinking and driving Warning Drinking or taking drugs and driving can be a very dangerous combination Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes perceptions and judgement The possibility of a
227. straints is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured by a lap shoulder belt and that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with this standard can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint When using any infant or child restraint system be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer s instructions for installation and use Please read and observe warning labels affixed to inside of vehicle and to infant or child restraints Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury can result According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which i
228. t procedure briefly press RA or BQ If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure the window will stop during the last few inches before closure and open slightly When pressing and holding the switch JZ to close the window and upward movement of the window is blocked during the last few inches before closure it will stop but not open slightly Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury Interior equipment Note The power windows can also be opened and closed with the infrared remote control while locking the vehicle doors or trunk see page 32 Synchronizing power windows If the power supply was interrupted battery disconnected or low the windows cannot be opened by the Express feature To resynchronize the express feature press EAN side of power window switch until the window is completely closed and hold for additional 2 seconds Repeat procedure for each window The automatic full opening procedure of the windows should now be restored 144 Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Instruments and controls Instrument Drivin 2 cluster display Operation Interior equi
229. tant If the electronic key is left in the steering lock position 0 for an extended period of time it can no longer be turned in the lock In this case remove electronic key from steering lock and reinsert Caution To prevent accelerated battery discharge and a possible dead battery always remove the electronic key from the steering lock Do not leave the electronic key in steering lock position 0 Steering lock Notes A warning sounds when the driver s door is opened while the electronic key is in steering lock position 1 or 0 With the engine at idle speed the charging rate of the alternator output is limited It is therefore recommended that you turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in stop and go traffic This precaution helps to avoid draining of the battery Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system may be minimized by turning off the following power consumers for example Heated seats rear window defroster In addition the automatic climate air volume control should be set to the lowest position The steering lock can only be unlocked with the vehicle battery properly charged and connected 181 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Operation Practical hints Driving Instruments and controls Instrument Operation i cluster display Driving Starting and turning off the engine Starting and turning off the engine Bef
230. te control Locking and unlocking Choosing global or selective mode on remote control Opening the trunk Opening and closing windows from outside Panic button Mechanical keys Doors 13 15 18 20 21 24 27 27 28 28 30 31 31 32 33 33 34 Central locking switch Automatic central locking Emergency unlocking in case of accident Trunk Trunk lid release switch Antitheft alarm system Tow away alarm Power seats front Front head restraints Roll bar and head restraints rear Backrest Multicontour seat Heated seats Seat belts and integrated restraint system Seat belts Seat belt nonusage warning system BabySmart airbag deactivation system Supplemental restraint system SRS Emergency tensioning retractor ETR Airbags Safety guidelines for the seat belt emergency tensioning retractor and airbag Infant and child restraint systems Adjusting telescoping steering column Inside rear view mirror 36 ag 38 39 41 42 44 45 50 51 53 54 55 57 57 58 63 64 64 65 70 71 74 75 Antiglare night position Exterior rear view mirrors Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Trip and main odometer vehicle speed FSS and engine oil level indicator Audio systems Telephone Navigation system Trip computer Malfunction message memory Individual settings Setting the audio volume Flexible service system FSS Engine oil level indicator Engine
231. ter e Do not lean with your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard e Keep hands on the outside of steering wheel rim Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand arm injury when the driver front airbag inflates e Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied 69 e Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmar compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury can result Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe or fatal injuries to you or other occupants t Safety guidelines for the seat belt emergency tensioning retractor and airbag Warning e Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked Use only belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center e Do not pass belts over sharp edges e Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the belts e Airbags and ETR s are designed to function on a one time only basis An airbag or emergency tensioning retr
232. the OK key the radio face are referred to as buttons and the four If an incorrect code has been entered and confirmed eee me ay ATE TETTE MOAS SOL eer CODE will reappear on the display The correct code Note must be entered once again ote Farmon od sead Do not press directly on the radio display face Iga three times WAIT will l l appear on the display and the radio will be locked out for about 10 minutes Note The lock out time will only count down if the radio is left switched on 128 Operation Audio functions The AUD key is used to select the BASS TREBLE and Switching on and off BALANCE functions Settings for bass and treble are stored separately for the cassette and CD modes Tone Press the control knob KOJ level settings are identified by the vertical bars The The radio is switched off when the ignition key is turned center flat setting is shown by one longer bar in the to position 0 or removed from the ignition The radio is center of the display switched on again when the ignition key is turned to position 1 or 2 Bass Note EMI poo Press the AUD key repeatedly The radio can also be switched on even if the ignition ae BASS appears in the key is not inserted but will switch itself off E Sim gt SS automatically after one hour to conserve vehicle battery aeu power Treble fn a a vest EMi TREELE Press the AUD key repeatedly Turn the control knob turning the knob cloc
233. the ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off In this case the brake system functions in the usual manner but without antilock assistance With the ABS malfunctioning the BAS and ESP are also switched off Both malfunction indicator lamps come on with the engine running If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the ABS is operational Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible See page 206 for notes on the antilock brake system ABS 219 Malfunction and indicator lamps Instrument anani Operation Driving Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Instrument ES aument Operation Driving Practical hints and controls cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps Telescoping steering column indicator lamp Seat belt warning lamp The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster 3 With the electronic key in steering lock comes on with the electronic key in steering position 2 the seat belt warning lamp comes lock position 2 and should go out with the on and a warning sounds for approx engine running 6 seconds if the driver s seat belt is not fastened If the indicator lamp does not go out after starting the engine the adjustable steering column is not properly locked For
234. thorized Mercedes Benz Center CLK 320 208 465 112 4 stroke engine gasoline injection 6 3 54 in 89 90 mm 3 31 in 84 00 mm 195 2 cu in 3199 cm 10 1 215 hp 5700 rpm 160 kKW 5700 rpm 232 ft lb 3000 rpm 315 Nm 3000 rpm 6000 rpm 1 4 3 6 2 5 2390 mm for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment Technical data Instruments Operation and controls Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints CLK 430 208 470 113 4 stroke engine gasoline injection 8 3 54 in 89 90 mm 3 31 in 84 00 mm 260 3 cu in 4265 cm 10 1 275 hp 5750 rpm 205 kKW 5750 rpm 295 ft lb 3200 rpm 400 Nm 3200 rpm 6000 rpm 1 5 4 2 6 3 7 8 2390 mm 303 Technical Car care data oe Operation Driving UI AISLE Practical hints Car care SUNIL and controls cluster display data Technical data Rims Tires Model CLK 320 Model CLK 430 Rims light alloy 7Jx16H2 Rims front axle Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm AMG light alloy 7 x17 H2 ATeeaeanates Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm Radial ply tires 205 55 R 16 91 H Rims rear axle s 1 Winter tires AMG light alloy 8 J X17H2 Radial ply tires 205 55 R 16 91 H M S Wheel offset 1 18 in 30 mm Radial ply tires summer tires front axle 225 45 R 17 91 W Spare wheel summer tires rear axle 245 40 R 17 91 W Rim light alloy 7Jx16H2 Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm n Spare wheel ll season tire Rim light alloy
235. tical hints Car care Technical and controls cluster display data Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation and controls Driving Tele Aid Should a higher priority call be initiated while you are connected an upgrade alternating tone will be heard and the appropriate indicator lamp will flash If certain information such as vehicle identification number or client information is not available the operator may need to retransmit During this time you will hear a chirp and voice contact will be interrupted Voice contact will resume once the retransmission is completed Once a call is concluded a chirp will be heard and the appropriate indicator lamp will stop flashing The COMAND system operation will resume only vehicles with COMAND Important If the indicator lamp continues to flash or the system does not reset contact the Response Center at 1 800 756 9018 in the USA or 1 888 923 8367 in Canada or Mercedes Benz Client Assistance at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 in the USA or Customer Service at 1 800 387 0100 in Canada Technical Car care data Practical hints Notes The indicator lamp in the respective button flashes until the call is concluded Calls can only be terminated by a Response Center or Client Assistance Center representative When a Tele Aid call has been initiated the audio system or the COMAND system audio only vehicles with COMAND is muted and the selected mode
236. tions 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 retailer or Mercedes Benz USA LLC To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 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 15 Introduction 16 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Center console Overhead control panel 18 20 21 17 Instruments Operation and controls P Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Goreme 100 7 4 77100 120 140 10 A A 40 80 180 490 N 60 A 204 221 40 ai 10 cree 60y 0 Practical hints 15 16 17 1819 20 21 a E E B g LIATE Ia y wy Ale amp J Re
237. trol only operates with the engine running Automatic climate control Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Operation Driving Practical hints The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting The temperature selected is reached as quickly as possible The system will not heat or cool any quicker by setting a higher or lower temperature The automatic climate control removes considerable moisture from the air during operation in the cooling mode It is normal for water to drip on the ground through ducts in the underbody The desired interior temperature can be selected separately for the left and right side of the passenger compartment 119 Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Automatic climate control Display and controls Defrost Air recirculation Rear window defroster a Air distribution manual Economy mode Air volume manual Residual engine heat utilization Basic setting automatic mode Press left and right Eig button for automatic mode Simultaneously press both PN and R buttons for temperature setting of 72 F P83 40 2132 26 Press the desired button to activate indicator lamp is on while activated ee IT in r j le F 0 SBAUTO MAX de F AUTO utomatic MOde rs aeeoe Air volume and distribution are controlled P automatically bad Lower temperature This s
238. trunk is opened the electronic key is not inserted in the steering lock or the central locking switch is not activated the vehicle will automatically lock Locking Press transmit button once All turn signal lamps blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked If they do not blink three times a door or trunk is not properly closed Note If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic main key if ok battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when pressing transmit button or to synchronize the remote control see pages 277 and 279 30 Choosing global or selective mode on remote control Important Press and hold transmit buttons and Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is simultaneously for approx 6 seconds to reprogram the locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle is centrally remote control Battery check lamp will blink two times locked indicating the completed mode change Note Opening the trunk If the trunk was previously locked separately it will j da in locked see page 38 Press transmit button until trunk lid is released a pag A minimum height clearance of 5 9 ft 1 8 m is required to open the trunk lid 31 Central locking system Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Practical hints Instruments and controls
239. ts Warning Airbags are designed to reduce the potential of injury in certain frontal front airbags impacts and side side impact airbags impacts which may cause significant injuries however no system available today can totally eliminate injuries and fatalities The activation of the SRS temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the airbags This dust however is neither injurious to your health nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door The service life of the airbags extends to the date indicated on the labd located on the drriver side door latch post To provide continued reliability after date they should be inspected by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center at that tmeand replaced when necessary 68 Technical Car care data Instruments and controls Instrument Operation Drivin l 2 cluster display Restraint systems Your vehicle was originally equipped with airbags which are designed to activate in certain impacts exceeding a preset threshold to reduce the potential and severity of injury It is important to your safety and that of your passengers that
240. u See page 104 Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system 91 Practical hints Car care Instruments Instrument Operation Driving Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display CD player optional 1 Audio system is switched off 2 The CD player is switched on 3 The number of the CD currently playing is displayed if you are using a CD changer 4 Track number 1 AUDIO 2 CO4 3 TRACE 54 The radio must be switched on The CD player must be switched on Press the or button repeatedly until display 2 appears Press the EAN or gg button repeatedly until the required track number 4 is displayed Pressing the or button displays the next or previous system Note To select a CD from the magazine press a number on the audio system or the optional COMAND system key poe Se eleaed pad located in the center dashboard 92 Cassette player AUD I 0 OFF TAPE SIDE 13 P54 30 2186 27 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Instrument cluster display 1 Audio system is switched off 2 The cassette player is switched on 3 Side being played The radio must be switched on The cassette player must be switched on Press the or button repeatedly until display 2 appears Pressing the 4 button fast forwards on to the next
241. ual release for fuel filler flap Antenna P82 62 2105 26 The non retractable antenna should be removed before entering an automatic car wash to avoid damage to the antenna mast or vehicle paint finish Do not use tools e g pliers for the antenna mast removal To remove Unscrew antenna counterclockwise 1 To install Carefully position antenna mast on threaded socket and turn clockwise 2 until hand tight cluster display Practical hints Manual release for fuel filler flap LE a ve da A C De P80 20 2051 26 The manual release knob is located behind the right side trunk panel In case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap pull the manual release knob while simultaneously opening the fuel filler flap 287 Trunk lamp P82 20 2029 26 If the trunk is to remain open for a long period of time the trunk lamp can be switched off by pulling out the plunger in the switch arrow This prevents the vehicle battery from being discharged When the trunk lid is closed the switch will reset and turn on the lamp next time the lid is opened Trunk lamp Instrument cluster display Instruments Drivin and controls 5 Operation Replacing wiper blade insert For safety reasons remove electronic key from steering lock before replacing the wiper blade otherwise the motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury Notes Do not open engine hood with wiper arm f
242. uel cap placement or FSS indicator see page 107 warning lamp see page 218 12 Right turn signal indicator lamp see combination e switch on page 115 5 Outside temperature indicator see page 84 P er 13 Tachometer see page 85 6 Left turn signal indicator lamp see combination switch on page 115 14 Gear range indicator display see selector lever positions on page 186 15 Clock see page 104 7 ESP warning lamp see page 219 81 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster display Instruments Practical hints and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation Driving and controls Instrument cluster Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster High beam ABS malfunction see page 219 Brake fluid low except Canada BRAKE Parking brake engaged see page 226 HOG Brake fluid low Canada only Parking brake engaged see page 226 BAS malfunction see page 204 ESP malfunction see page 208 BAS ESP ESP Adjust driving to road condition see page 208 Fasten seat belts see page 58 gt a Practical hints Car care CHECK ENGINE Telescoping steering column not locked see page 220 SRS malfunction see page 218 If the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running it indicates a malfunction of the fuel management system emission control system systems which impact emissions or the fuel c
243. uels coolants lubricants etc capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet or inquire at your Mercedes Benz Center Fuels coolants lubricants etc Model Capacity Engine with oil filter 8 5 US qt 8 0 1 recommended engine oils Automatic transmission CLK 320 8 5 US qt 8 0 1 automatic transmission fluid CLK 430 9 6 US qt 9 1 1 Rear axle 1 4 US qt 1 3 1 Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 85 W 90 Power steering approx 1 1 US qt 1 0 1 MB Power steering fluid Front wheel hubs approx 2 1 oz 60 g each high temperature roller bearing grease Brake system approx 0 5 US qt 0 5 1 MB Brake fluid DOT 4 Cooling system CLK 320 approx 9 5 US qt 9 0 1 MB Anticorrosion antifreeze CLK 430 approx 11 7 US qt 11 1 1 307 Technical Instrument Practical hints Car care Operation Drivin LY 2 cluster display data TSIEN Operation Driving HERAT Practical hints Car care SOE and controls cluster display data Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities Fuels coolants lubricants etc Model Capacity Windshield washer system approx 7 4 US qt 7 0 1 MB Windshield washer concentrate S Fuel tank approx 16 4 US gal 62 0 1 including a reserve of approx 2 1 US gal 8 0 1 Premium unleaded gasoline Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Air conditioner s
244. ultifunction display The new service indicator is displayed with the reset distance of 10 000 miles Canada 15 000 km If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset have a Mercedes Benz Center correct it However you choose to set your reference numbers the scheduled services as posted in the Service Booklet must be followed to properly care for your vehicle 109 Instrument cluster display Instruments Car care and controls Practical hints Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Operation Driving Engine oil level indicator Engine oil level indicator a lt 100 An 120 140 te A 60 100 N Na 80 as 120 ey L ko 200 A w nt 201 st 20 160m Pai i by mg f Pata A GAR MUST BE LEVELI i a To check the engine oil level park vehicle on level ground with engine at normal operational temperature Fomm zol i jo WHEN MEASURING P54_90 2764 28 Check oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan Practical hints Car care Turn the electronic key in steering lock to position 2 To call up the trip odometer and main odometer press button or on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears See page 90 Press button EAN or A on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the MEASUREMENT CORRECT ONLY IF VEH
245. um speed for which tires are rated can lead to sudden tire failure causing loss of vehicle control and resulting in personal injury and possible death Driving instructions 197 Instruments and controls Instrument Operation i cluster display Practical hints Car care Driving Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Driving Operation Driving instructions Snow chains Use only snow chains that are tested and recommended by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject Chains should only be used on the rear wheels Follow the manufacturer s mounting instructions Snow chains should only be driven on snow covered roads at speeds not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h Remove chains as soon as possible when driving on roads without snow When driving with snow chains press the ESP control switch to OFF refer to page 209 Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration braking and steering maneuvers Do not use the cruise control system under such conditions When the vehicle is in danger of skidding move selector lever to position N Try to keep the vehicle under control by corrective steering action Practical hints Technical Car care data If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads the braking efficiency should be t
246. uments Operation Driving Hin Te Practical hints Car care Wena feel and controls cluster display data Instruments and controls Seats Instrument cluster display Operation Driving P54 00 2110 26 The slide switches are located in each door We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order 1 Seat up down Press the switch up down direction until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached 2 Seat fore aft Press the switch fore aft direction until a comfortable seating position is reached that still allows you to reach the accelerator brake pedal safely The position should be as far rearward as possible consistent with ability to properly operate controls Note Do not move the front passenger seat completely forward if objects are stored in the parcel net in the front passenger side footwell Items in the net may be damaged Seat cushion tilt Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported Backrest tilt Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel Head restraint During seat adjustment the head restraint is automatically adjusted based on seat fore aft position to support the back of the head approximately at ear level Please check the position of the head restraint to assure that it supports the back of the head approximately at ear l
247. vel should reach the black top part of the reservoir 247 Engine compartment Instruments Operation Driving Jaen and controls cluster display Practical hints Instruments Operation Driving Instrument i Practical hints Car care and controls cluster display Engine compartment Adding coolant e Using a rag slowly open cap approximately If coolant has to be added a 50 50 mixture of water and 1 2 turn to relieve excess pressure If opened MB anticorrosion antifreeze should be added immediately scalding hot fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure The drain plugs for the cooling system are located on the right side of the engine block and at the bottom of e Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts the radiator Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine Anticorrosion antifreeze mixture see page 311 parts Warning In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury e Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gauge indicates that the coolant is overheated e Do not remove pressure cap on coolant reservoir if engine temperature is above 194 F 90 C Allow engine to cool down before removing cap The coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and is under pressure 248 Windshield washer headlamp cleaning system P82 35 2017 26 1 Wind
248. ver shifting process can be adapted to specific operating manually see page 268 conditions using the selector lever WE Reverse gear Shift to reverse gear only with the vehicle stopped 186 Dependent on the program mode selector switch position S or W the maximum speed in the reverse gear is different However it is not possible to change the program mode while in reverse hu Neutral No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can be moved freely pushed or towed Do not engage N while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads see winter driving instructions on page 198 Important Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reason with selector lever in N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Ep the transmission automatically upshifts through oth gear Position D provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions Automatic transmission Gear selection for special circumstances The transmission gear ranges for special circumstances can be selected by pressing the selector lever to the right or the left with the selector lever in position D The gear range currently selected is indicated in the instrument cluster display Briefly press selector lever in the E direction The transmission dow
249. will flash and an alarm will sound when time it is automatically reactivated someone attempts to raise the vehicle 44 Power seats front Warning Do not adjust the driver s seat while driving Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Never ride in a moving vehicle with the backrest reclined Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause serious or even fatal injuries The backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock your vehicle The power seats can also be operated with the driver s or passenger door open Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury To operate the front power seat adjustment switches turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 with the driver s or passenger s door open the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0 Seats 45 Instr
250. you replace deployed airbags and repair any malfunctioning airbags to ensure the vehicle will continue to provide crash protection for occupants Warning To reduce the risk of injury when the front airbags inflate it is very important for the driver and front passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear their seat belts For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the backrest Fasten your seat belt and ensure that it is properly positioned on your body Since the airbag inflates with considerable speed and force a proper seating and hands on steering wheel position will help to keep you at a safe distance from the airbag Occupants who are unbelted out of position or too close to the airbag can be seriously injured by an airbag as it inflates with great force in the blink of an eye Practical hints Car care Technical data e Sit properly belted in an upright position with your back against the backrest e Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls The distance from the center of the driver s breastbone to the center of the airbag cover on the steering wheel must be at least ten inches 25 cm or more You should be able to accomplish this by a combination of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel If you have any problems please see your authorized Mercedes Benz Cen
251. ys Doors Central locking switch Automatic central locking Emergency unlocking in case of accident Trunk Trunk lid release switch Antitheft alarm system Tow away alarm 24 21 2I 28 28 30 31 31 32 33 33 34 36 37 39 41 42 44 Power seats front Front head restraints Roll bar and head restraints rear Backrest Multicontour seat Heated seats Seat belts and integrated restraint system Seat belts Seat belt nonusage warning system BabySmart airbag deactivation system Supplemental restraint system SRS Emergency tensioning retractor ETR Airbags Safety guidelines for the seat belt emergency tensioning retractor and airbag Infant and child restraint systems Adjusting telescoping steering column Inside rear view mirror Antiglare night position Exterior rear view mirrors Instrument cluster 45 50 51 53 54 55 57 57 58 63 64 64 65 71 74 75 75 76 22 Multifunction steering wheel multifunction display Trip and main odometer vehicle speed FSS and engine oil level indicator Audio systems Telephone Navigation system Trip computer Malfunction message memory Individual settings Setting the audio volume Flexible service system FSS Engine oil level indicator Engine oil consumption Exterior lamp switch Night security illumination Headlamp cleaning system Combination switch Hazard warning flasher switch Automatic climate control Operation Audio and telephone
252. ystem R 134a refrigerant and special PAC lubricant Never R 12 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze for temperatures below freezing Follow suggested mixing ratios see page 249 308 Engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines Therefore use only engine oils recommended by Mercedes Benz Information on recommended brands is available at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center Please follow Service Booklet recommendations for scheduled oil changes Failure to do so could result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Engine oil additives Do not blend oil additives with engine oil They may be harmful to the engine operation Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Fuels coolants lubricants etc Instrument cluster display Instruments Operation and controls Driving Practical hints Air conditioner refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used in the air conditioner system Never use R 12 CFC or mineral based lubricating oil otherwise damage to the system will occur Brake fluid During vehicle operation the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously redu

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