2002 Mercedes-benz CL Class Owners Manual

Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water to clean the sensor (1). To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the sensor. Do not attempt to wipe dirty sensors with a dry cloth or sponge.

Note: Restart the engine after cleaning the sensor (1).

Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. When using a steam cleaner or power washer, aim nozzle only briefly from a minimum distance of 4 in. (10 cm) at sensors (1). To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the sensors. Do not attempt to wipe dirty sensors with a dry cloth or sponge.

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Wiper blades

To prevent damage to the hood or the wipers, the wiper arms should only be folded forward in the position shown above. • Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1. • Turn combination switch to position I, see page 164. • Once the wiper arms are in the position shown

above, turn key in starter switch to position 0. Note: For safety reasons, remove electronic key from starter switch before cleaning the wiper blades, otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.

• Turn combination switch to position 0, see page 164. Clean the wiper blade rubber with a clean cloth and detergent solution.

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Window cleaning Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An automotive glass cleaner is recommended.

Note: For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove electronic key from starter switch before cleaning the windshield, otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.

Light alloy wheels Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels. If possible, clean wheels once a week with Mercedes- Benz approved Wheel Care, using a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water. Follow instructions on container.

Note: Use only acid-free cleaning materials. The acid could lead to corrosion.

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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.

Cup holder 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.

Steering wheel and gear selector lever Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care.

Note: For ease of cleaning, the cup holder between the front seats can be removed by pulling it up when in its closed position.

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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 and shelf below rear window Clean with soft bristle brush, or use a dry-shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt.

Leather 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. 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.

Hard plastic trim items Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure.

Plastic and rubber parts Do not use oil or wax on these parts.

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Technical data

Spare parts service ........................390
Warranty coverage .........................390
Identification labels .......................391
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............393
Technical data ................................394
Fuels, coolants,

lubricants etc. - capacities .......399
Engine oils ......................................401

Engine oil additives ...................... 401
Air conditioner

refrigerant ................................. 401
Brake fluid ...................................... 401
Premium unleaded

gasoline ...................................... 402
Fuel requirements ........................ 402
Gasoline additives ......................... 403
Coolants .......................................... 403
Consumer information ................. 405

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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.

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Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet 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:

1. New vehicle limited warranty 2. Emission system warranty 3. Emission performance warranty 4. 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.

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Identification labels

1 Certification label

(on driver’s B pillar)

2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

(below right rear passenger seat)

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3 Engine number 4 VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield) 5 Emission control label 6 Information label, California version

Vacuum line routing for emission control system

When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers.

P61.20-2014-26

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Layout of poly-V-belt drive

CL 500, CL 55 AMG

CL 600

1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioner compressor 4 Coolant pump

5 Generator (alternator) 6 Idler pulley 7 Power steering pump 8 Idler pulley (CL 600 only)

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Technical data

Model Engine Mode of operation

CL 500 (215.3751) 113
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 303.5 cu.in. (4966 cm3) 10:1
302 hp/5500 rpm (225 kW/5500 rpm) 339 ft-lb/2700 rpm (460 Nm/2700 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
2390 mm

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 authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the

CL 55 AMG (215.3731) 113
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.60 in (92.00 mm) 332.0 cu.in. (5439 cm3) 10.5:1
355 hp/5500 rpm (265 kW/5500 rpm) 390 ft.lb/3150 rpm (530 Nm/3150 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
2390 mm

corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

CL 600 (215.3781) 137
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 12
3.31 in (84.00 mm) 3.43 in (87.00 mm) 353.6 cu.in. (5786 cm3) 10:1
362 hp/5500 rpm (270 kW/5500 rpm) 391 ft-lb/4100 rpm (530 Nm/4100 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9
2335 mm

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Rims – Tires

Model

Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset: All season tires: Radial-ply tires Winter tires: Radial-ply tires

Spare wheel Rim (light alloy) Wheel offset: All season tire: Radial-ply tire

CL 500, CL 600
(except Sport Package) 71/2 J x 17 H 2
1.81 in (46 mm)

225/55 R17 97H

225/55 R17 97H M+S

71/2 J x 17 H 2
2.0 in (51 mm)

225/55 R17 97H

Model

Rims front axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset: Rims rear axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset: Radial-ply tires front axle rear axle

Spare wheel Rim (light alloy) Wheel offset: All season tire: Radial-ply tire

CL 500, CL 600
(Sport Package)

81/2 J x 18 H 2
1.73 in (44 mm)

91/2 J x 18 H 2
1.81 in (46 mm)

245/45 R18 96Y1
275/40 R18 99Y M02, 3

71/2 J x 17 H 2
1.81 in (46 mm)

225/55 R17 97H

1 Also permissible 245/45 ZR18 96 Y

2 Also permissible 275/40 ZR18 96 Y M03

3 Must not be used with snow chains.

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Rims – Winter tires

Model Rim (light alloy) Wheel offset Winter tires: Radial-ply tires

CL 55 AMG 71/2 J x 17 H 2
1.81 in (46 mm)

225/55 R17 97H M+S

Model Rims front axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset: Rims rear axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset: Radial-ply tires front axle rear axle

Spare wheel Rim (light alloy) Wheel offset: All season tire: Radial-ply tire

CL 55 AMG

81/2 J x 18 H 2
1.73 in (44 mm)

91/2 J x 18 H 2
1.81 in (46 mm)

245/45 R18 96Y1
275/40 R18 99Y M02, 3

71/2 J x 17 H 2
1.81 in (46 mm)

225/55 R17 97H

1 Also permissible 245/45 ZR18 96

2 Also permissible 275/40 ZR18 96 MO 3

3 Must not be used with snow chains.

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Electrical system

Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Spark plugs

Electrode gap Tightening torque

CL 500 14 V/150 A 12V/1.7 kW 12V/100 Ah Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
NGK PFR 5 R-11
0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 – 22 ft.lb (20 – 30 Nm)

CL 55 AMG 14 V/150 A 12V/1.7 kW 12V/100 Ah NGK PFR 5-11

CL 600 14 V/150 A 12V/2.2 kW 12V/100 Ah Beru 14 F 7-DPUR X 2

0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 – 22 ft.lb (20 – 30 Nm)

0.041 in (1.05 mm) 15 – 22 ft.lb (20 – 30 Nm)

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Main Dimensions

Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width Overall vehicle height Wheel base Track, front Track, rear

Weights

Roof load max. Trunk load max.

CL 500

196.4 in (4989 mm) 73.1 in (1857 mm) 55.4 in (1408 mm) 113.6 in (2885 mm) 62.1 in (1577 mm) 62.1 in (1578 mm)

CL 55 AMG

196.4 in (4989 mm) 73.1 in (1857 mm) 55.4 in (1408 mm) 113.6 in (2885 mm) 62.2 in (1581 mm) 62.1 in (1578 mm)

CL 600

196.4 in (4989 mm) 73.1 in (1857 mm) 55.4 in (1408 mm) 113.6 in (2885 mm) 62.1 in (1577 mm) 62.1 in (1578 mm)

220 lb (100 kg) 220 lb (100 kg)

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Fuels, 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.

Engine with oil filter

Automatic transmission Rear axle Hydraulic system for active body control (ABC) Power steering Front wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system

Model CL 500
CL 55 AMG CL 600

CL 500
CL 55 AMG CL 600

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Recommended engine oils

Capacity 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 8.0 US qt (7.5 l) 10.0 US qt (9.5 l) 9.6 US qt (9.1 l) 1.7 US qt (1.6 l) approx. 5.3 US qt (5.0 l) MB Hydraulic fluid

Automatic transmission fluid Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90

MB Power steering fluid

approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) approx. 2.1 oz (60 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease 0.7 US qt (0.7 l) approx. 12.1 US qt (11.5 l) approx. 12.1 US qt (11.5 l) approx. 12.7 US qt (12.0 l)

MB Brake fluid (DOT 4+) MB Anticorrosion/antifreeze

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Fuel tank including a reserve of Air conditioner system

Model

Capacity 23.2 US gal (88.0 l) 2.9 US gal (11.0 l)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane 91 (Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON) R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant (Never R-12) MB Windshield washer concentrate1

Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and

7.1 US qt (6.7 l)

commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing. Follow suggested mixing ratios, see page 340.

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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.

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 reduced 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.

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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: • have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular and fill up with premium unleaded as soon as possible,

• avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration, • 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,

• do not exceed 2/3 of maximum accelerator pedal

position, if the vehicle is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain.

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 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..

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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: • warm-up hesitation, • unstable idle, • knocking/pinging, • misfire, • 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-Benz Limited Warranty.

Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides: • corrosion protection, • freeze protection, • boiling protection (by increasing the boiling point). The cooling system was filled at the factory with a 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]),

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the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution. Therefore, do not use more than this amount of anticorrosion/antifreeze. 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 requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water. If you are not sure about the water quality, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminium parts. The use of aluminium components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifically formulated to protect the aluminium parts. (Failure to use such anticorrosion/ 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.

Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in the hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity

Model

CL 500, CL 55 AMG

CL 600

Approx. freeze protection – 35°F – 49°F (– 45°C) (– 37°C) 6.7 US qt 6.1 US qt (5.75 l) (6.3 l)

6.3 US qt (6.0 l)

7.0 US qt (6.6 l)

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Consumer information This has been prepared as required of all manufactures of passenger cars under Title 49, 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 car 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 1/2) 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

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 straightahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

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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 car 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.

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Index

ABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 276
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................300

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL -

malfunction and warning messages ...................... 316
Active body control (ABC) ............................................282
Active body control (ABC) fluid level .........................338
AIR CLEANER -

malfunction and warning messages ......................325
Air conditioner refrigerant ...........................................401
Air distribution, manual ............................................... 174
Air volume, manual ....................................................... 174
Airbag deactivation system ............................................88
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ...........................................302
Airbags ..............................................................................92
Front airbags ...............................................................92
Side impact airbags ....................................................95
Window curtain airbags .............................................95
Alarm system ............................................................. 62, 64
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ...................253, 339, 399, 404
Antiglare night position ............................................... 106

Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................................276
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 300
Antitheft alarm system ...................................................62
Aquaplaning .................................................................. 250
Armrest, rear bench .......................................................201
Ashtrays .......................................................................... 202
Center console, front ............................................... 202
Rear seats .................................................................. 203
Audio systems .................................................................126
Cassette player ..........................................................128
CD player ....................................................................127
Radio ...........................................................................126
Automatic central locking .............................................. 51
Automatic climate control ............................................168
Activated charcoal filter ...........................................177
Adjustable air outlets,

rear passenger compartment .............................182
Air distribution, manual .......................................... 174
Air recirculation ........................................................ 176
Air volume, manual .................................................. 174
Basic setting ...............................................................173
Defogging windows ...........................................175, 176
Defrosting ...................................................................175
Display and controls .................................................170
Dust filter ...................................................................172
Economy mode ..........................................................178

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Front center console

storage compartment ventilation ...................... 180
MAXCOOL .................................................................. 172
Rear window defroster ............................................. 181
Residual engine heat utilization ............................ 179
Special settings ......................................................... 174
Switching on and off ................................................ 180
Windows fogged on the inside ................................ 175
Windows fogged on the outside ...............................176
Automatic maximum cooling ....................................... 172
Automatic transmission ...............................................235
Emergency operation ...............................................243
Fluid level ...................................................................338
Program mode selector switch ...............................242
Selector lever position ..............................................238

BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system .....................88
Self-test .........................................................................89
Backrest .............................................................................72
BAS (Brake assist system) ............................................275
Battery .............................................................................352
Battery recycling .......................................................354

BATTERY/ALTERNATOR -

malfunction and warning messages ..................... 305
Block heater ................................................................... 253
BRAKE ASSIST -

malfunction and warning messages ..................... 306
Brake assist system (BAS) ........................................... 275
Brake fluid ...........................................246, 298, 399, 401
BRAKE FLUID -

malfunction and warning messages ..................... 307
Brake pad wear .............................................................. 307
BRAKE PAD WEAR -

malfunction and warning messages ..................... 307
Brake warning lamp ..................................................... 298
Brake fluid low ......................................................... 298
Brakes ...................................................244, 246, 275, 279
Bulbs

See Replacing bulbs ................................................. 360

Capacities

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. .............................. 399
Card, KEYLESS-GO ..........................................................28
Cargo tie-down hooks ................................................... 206
Catalytic converter ........................................................ 226
Center console ..................................................................24

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Center console lighting ................................................. 190
Central locking switch ....................................................49
Central locking system ...................................................33
Automatic central locking ......................................... 51
Central locking switch ...............................................49
Choosing global or selective mode .................... 36, 42
Electronic key ..............................................................29
KEYLESS-GO-card .......................................................30
Locking and unlocking ..............................................35
Locking and unlocking with

KEYLESS-GO-card ..................................................39
Mechanical keys ..........................................................46
Remote control ............................................................28
Simultaneous use of electronic main key

and KEYLESS-GO-card ..........................................43
Summer opening/convenience feature ...................44
Changing batteries in the KEYLESS-GO-card ...........372
Changing wheels ...........................................................346
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ............296
Check regularly and before a long trip ......................294
Checking engine oil level

Via engine oil level indicator .................................. 157
Via oil dipstick ...........................................................337
Child restraint ............................................ 70, 82, 88, 102
Child seat

See Infant and child restraint systems .................. 102

CHIP-CARD -

malfunction and warning messages ..................... 324
Cleaning and care of the vehicle ................................ 380
Coat hooks .......................................................................198
COMAND, radio and telephone ................................... 214
Combination switch .......................................................164
Consumer information ................................................. 405
Control and operation of radio transmitters .............. 214
COOLANT (coolant level) -

malfunction and warning messages ...................... 310

COOLANT (coolant temperature) -

malfunction and warning messages ...................... 311

Coolant level

Adding ........................................................................ 339
Checking .................................................................... 339
Coolant temperature gauge .......................................... 117
Coolants .......................................................................... 403
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ........................ 404
Courtesy lighting ...........................................................190
Cruise control ................................................................ 256
CRUISE CONTROL -

malfunction and warning messages ...................... 315

Cup holder

Center console, front ................................................199
Rear bench armrest ...................................................201

409

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Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

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Driving

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Car care

Technical

data

Index

410

Dashboard .........................................................................22
Deep water

Driving instructions .................................................254

DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) -

malfunction and warning messages ......................304

DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) -

malfunction and warning messages ......................304
Display illumination .......................................................116
Distronic (DTR) ...................................................... 135, 259
Activation of Distronic .............................................262
Additional driving hints ..........................................267
Cleaning sensor ........................................................384
Deactivation of Distronic .........................................264
Displays in the speedometer dial ........................... 274
Distance warning function ......................................270
Distronic settings ...................................................... 271
Driving with Distronic activated ............................265
Invalid attempts to activate .....................................263
Multifunction display ...............................................273
Warning lamp ............................................................301

DISTRONIC (DTR) -

malfunction and warning messages ......................327

DOOR -

malfunction and warning messages ......................322

Door control panel ...........................................................20
Door entry lamps ...........................................................190
Doors ..................................................................................47
Power closing assist ....................................................49
Drinking and driving .................................................... 245
Drive sensibly - save fuel ............................................. 245
Driving instructions ..................................................... 245
Driving off ...................................................................... 247

Easy-entry/exit feature ...................................................66
ELEC. STABIL. PROGR. -

malfunction and warning messages ..................... 309
Electronic key ...................................................................29
Changing batteries .................................................. 369
Starting the engine .................................................. 233
Turning off the engine ............................................ 233

Electronic main key

Synchronizing remote control ................................371
Electronic stability program (ESP) ............................. 278
Warning lamp ............................................................301

Emergency call

See Tele Aid ............................................................... 216
Emergency engine shut-down ......................................374

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Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof ............375
Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) ......................... 91
Emergency unlocking in case of accident ................... 51
Emission control ............................................................227
Emission control label ..................................................392
Engine compartment .....................................................334
Engine malfunction CHECK ENGINE

malfunction indicator lamp ................................296
Engine oil additives .......................................................401
Engine oil consumption ................................................ 158
Engine oil level

Checking ....................................................................337
Warning ......................................................................320

ENGINE OIL LEVEL -

malfunction and warning messages ......................320

ENGINE OIL LEVEL -

NOT WHEN ENGINE ON (measuring) - multifunction indicator ............................................ 157
Engine oil level indicator .............................................. 157
Engine oils ......................................................................401
Entrance lamps, exit lamps .......................................... 190
ENTRY POSITION -

malfunction and warning messages ......................306
ESP (Electronic stability program) ............ 251, 278, 359
Control switch ...........................................................280

Malfunction and warning messages ..................... 309
Synchronizing .......................................................... 279

Express opening and closing

of power windows .....................................................184

Exterior lamp

malfunction and warning messages ......................312
Exterior lamp switch .....................................................159
Daytime running lamp mode .................................. 161
Headlamp cleaning system ......................................163
Exterior lamps ............................................................... 360
License plate lamps ................................................. 366
Low and high beam ...................................................361
Parking lamps ........................................................... 363
Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 360
Side marker lamp, front .......................................... 366
Standing lamps ......................................................... 363
Taillamp assemblies ................................................ 364
Turn signal lamp ...................................................... 363
Exterior mirror adjustment ..........................................107
Exterior mirror, front passenger side,

parking position ........................................................108
Exterior rear view mirrors ............................................107
Electrically folding ....................................................109
Parking position ........................................................108

Index

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Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

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Technical

data

Index

Fastening seat belts .........................................................85
First aid kit .....................................................................330
Flat tire

See Changing wheels ...............................................346
Flexible service system (FSS) ...................................... 150
Footwell lighting ............................................................ 190
Front airbags ....................................................................92
Front center console

storage compartment ventilation ........................... 180
Front seat adjustment .....................................................67
Fuel

Gasoline additives ....................................................403
Premium unleaded gasoline .................292, 400, 402

Fuel cap placement warning

See CHECK ENGINE

malfunction indicator lamp ................................296
Fuel filler flap, manual release ................................... 374
Fuel requirements .........................................................402
Fuel reserve warning ....................................................299
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ...............399
Fuse box .......................................................................... 331
Fuses, electrical ............................................................. 331

412

Garage door opener ...................................................... 208
Gasoline

Additives .................................................................... 403
Fuel requirements ................................................... 402
Premium unleaded .................................................. 402
General notes on the central locking system ..............32
Global locking

See Central locking system .......................................33
Glove box .........................................................................194

Hazard warning flasher switch ...................................167
Head restraints

Power head restraints, rear ....................................... 81

Head restraints, front seats

Removal and installation ........................................... 71
Headlamp adjustment .................................................. 360
Headlamp cleaning system ...........................................163
Headlamp mode ..............................................................160
Headlights .......................................................................159
Heated seats ...................................................................... 76
High beams

See combination switch ...........................................164

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Hood .................................................................................334
HOOD -

malfunction and warning messages ......................323

Identification labels ....................................................... 391
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 192
Indicator lamps

in the instrument cluster .................................114, 296
Individual settings ......................................................... 140
"INST. CLUSTER" (Instrument Cluster) ................. 142
"LIGHTING" ............................................................... 144
"VEHICLE" ................................................................. 147
Infant and child restraint systems .............................. 102
Installation ................................................................. 104

Information call

See Tele Aid ............................................................... 216
Infrared reflecting windshield .................................... 212
Inside rear view mirror ................................................. 106
INST. CLUSTER (Instrument Cluster)

See individual settings ............................................ 142
Instrument cluster ..........................................................114
Activating ....................................................................116
Instrument cluster illumination ...................................116

Instrument lamps ........................................................... 116
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior

General notes .............................................................193
Interior lighting ..............................................................189

Jack .................................................................................. 342
Jump starting ................................................................. 355

Key dependent memory settings ................................. 113
KEYLESS-GO .....................................................................37
Changing batteries in the card .............................. 372
Checking last KEYLESS-GO-card

locking mode ...........................................................42
Choosing global or selective mode ...........................42
Easy-entry/exit feature ..............................................66
Starting the engine .................................................. 234
Turning off the engine ............................................ 234
KEYLESS-GO-card ..................................................... 28, 30
Convenience feature ...................................................44

Index

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Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

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Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

414

Keys, changing batteries

in the electronic key .................................................369

Keys, changing batteries

in the Keyless-Go-card .............................................372
Keys, vehicle .....................................................................28

LAMP SENSOR -

malfunction and warning messages ...................... 314
Lamps, exterior ..............................................................360
Headlamps ................................................159, 312, 383
License plate lamp ....................................................366
Low and high beam .................................................. 361
Parking lamps ...........................................................363
Replacing bulbs .........................................................360
Side marker lamp, front ...........................................366
Standing lamps ..........................................................363
Taillamp assemblies .................................................364
Turn signal lamp .......................................................363
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............................................393
Level control system ......................................................283
Lighter .............................................................................204
LIGHTING

See individual settings ............................................ 144

LIGHTING SYSTEM -

malfunction and warning messages ......................312

Limp home mode

(Automatic transmission) ....................................... 243
Locking and unlocking ............................................. 35, 39
Low beams

See Exterior lamp switch .........................................159
Low engine coolant level warning ............................... 310
Lumbar support ................................................................ 74

Maintenance ................................................................... 215
Malfunction and indicator lamps

in the instrument cluster ........................................ 296
Malfunction and warning messages .......................... 303
ACTIVE BODY CONTROL ......................................... 316
AIR CLEANER ........................................................... 325
BATTERY/ALTERNATOR ......................................... 305
BRAKE ASSIST ......................................................... 306
BRAKE FLUID ........................................................... 307
BRAKE PAD WEAR .................................................. 307
CHIP-CARD ............................................................... 324
COOLANT (coolant level) ......................................... 310
COOLANT (coolant temperature) ........................... 311
CRUISE CONTROL .................................................... 315

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DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) .........304
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ...............304
DISTRONIC (DTR) .....................................................327
DOOR ..........................................................................322
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. ...............................................309
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ..................................................320
ENTRY POSITION .....................................................306
HOOD ..........................................................................323
KEY .............................................................................322
Lamp SENSOR ........................................................... 314
LIGHTING SYSTEM ................................................... 312
PARKING BRAKE ......................................................308
SEAT BACKREST .......................................................321
SEAT BELT SYSTEM ................................................. 314
SELECTOR LEVER ....................................................325
TELE AID ....................................................................323
TELEPHONE - FUNCTION ....................................... 315
TIRE PRESSURE ........................................................ 318
TRUNK OPEN ............................................................308
WASHER FLUID ........................................................326
Malfunction/warning message memory .................... 138
Manual operation of sliding/pop-up roof ...................375
Mechanical keys ...............................................................46
Memory function ............................................................111
Mirror, exterior

Parking position ........................................................ 108

Mirror, exterior, adjusting ............................................107
Mirror, exterior, parking position,

front passenger side .................................................108
Mirror, exterior, rear view ............................................107
Mirror, inside, rear view ...............................................106
Multicontour backrest ..................................................... 74
Multifunction display ....................................................120
Audio systems ............................................................126
Cassette player ..........................................................128
CD Player ....................................................................127
Distronic (DTR) ..........................................................135
Engine oil level indicator .........................................124
FSS ...............................................................................124
Individual settings ....................................................140
Malfunction/warning message memory ...............138
Radio ...........................................................................126
Telephone ...................................................................129
Telephone — Incoming call ......................................133
Telephone — Redialing ............................................. 131
Telephone book .........................................................129
Tire inflation pressure monitor ..............................124
Trip and main odometer and sub menu ................124
Trip computer ............................................................136
Vehicle speed .............................................................124
Multifunction steering wheel .......................................120

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Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

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Technical

data

Index

Navigation system .......................................................... 134
Night security illumination ......................................... 162

On-board diagnostic system .........................................296
Operator’s Manual ............................................................. 8
Outside temperature indicator .....................................117
Overhead control panel ................................................... 21

Panic button ......................................................................46
Parcel net in front passenger footwell .......................206
Parcel net in trunk ........................................................205
Parking ............................................................................248
Parking assist (Parktronic) ..........................................286
Parking brake .............................202, 244, 248, 298, 346
PARKING BRAKE -

malfunction and warning messages ......................308
Power assistance ............................................................246
Power closing assist

Doors and trunk lid ....................................................49

416

Power head restraints, rear ............................................81
Power seats, front

Backrest ........................................................................72
Seat ventilation system ..............................................79
Power windows ...............................................................183
Blocking of rear side window operation ................185
Express opening and closing ..................................184
Opening and closing ...................................................44
Synchronizing ...........................................................185
Problems with your vehicle ............................................ 14
Product information ..........................................................7

Radio

See Audio systems ....................................................126
Radio - see Audio systems ............................................126
Radio transmitters ......................................................... 214
Rain sensor

See intermittent wiping ...........................................165

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air outlets ................................................182

Rear view mirror

Inside, automatic antiglare ......................................106

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Rear view mirrors .......................................................... 106
Exterior ....................................................................... 107
Interior ........................................................................ 106
Storing mirror positions .......................................... 106
Rear window defroster .................................................. 181
Rear window sunshade ................................................. 191
Remote control .................................................................28
Battery replacement .................................................369

Removal and installation of

front seat head restraints .......................................... 71

Replacement keys

Obtaining .....................................................................30
Replacing bulbs ..............................................................360
Replacing wiper blades ................................................. 376
Reporting Safety Defects ................................................ 15
Reserve warning lamp

Fuel reserve warning ...............................................299
Residual engine heat utilization (REST) .................... 179
Roadside assistance ......................................................... 10
Roadside assistance call

See Tele Aid ............................................................... 216
Roof rack .........................................................................378

SEAT BACKREST -

malfunction and warning messages ......................321

SEAT BELT SYSTEM -

malfunction and warning messages ...................... 314
Seat belts ...........................................................................82
Fastening ......................................................................85
Operation ......................................................................86
Seat belt nonusage warning system .........................83
Unfastening ..................................................................86
Warning lamp ........................................................... 302
Seat belts and integrated restraint system ..................82
Seat heater ........................................................................ 76
Seat ventilation system ...................................................79
Seats

Front seat adjustment ................................................67
Heated seat ................................................................... 76
Memory .......................................................................111
Multicontour seat ........................................................ 74
Ventilated seat .............................................................79

Selective locking

See Central locking system .......................................33

SELECTOR LEVER -

malfunction and warning messages ..................... 325

Index

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Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

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Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

418

Service indicator

See Flexible service system (FSS) .......................... 150
Setting the audio volume .............................................. 149
Shelf below rear window ..............................................333
Side impact airbags .........................................................95
Side marker lamp ..........................................................366
Simultaneous use of

electronic main key and KEYLESS-GO-card .......................................................43
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................................................... 186
Emergency operation ...............................................375
Opening and closing ..................................................44
Synchronizing ........................................................... 188
Snow chains .................................................................... 251
SOS-call

See Tele Aid ............................................................... 216
Spare wheel ....................................................................344
Spare wheel, vehicle tools,

storage compartment ................................................ 341

Special settings

(Automatic climate control) .................................... 174
SRS indicator lamp ........................................................299
SRS malfunction ..............................................................92
Standby bulb function ...................................................367

Start lock-out .....................................................................31
Electronic main key .................................................... 31
KEYLESS-GO-card ....................................................... 31
Starter switch .........................................................228, 230
Starting and turning off the engine ........................... 233
Starting the engine

Electronic key ........................................................... 233
KEYLESS-GO ............................................................. 234

Steering lock

See Starter switch ............................................228, 230

Steering wheel

Easy-entry/exit feature ..............................................66

Storage compartment

Trunk floor .................................................................341

Storage compartment in the

rear passenger compartment ..................................198
Storage compartments and armrests ..........................193
Center console ...........................................................195
Glove box ....................................................................194
Storing mirror positions ...............................................107
Sun visors ........................................................................192
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ...........................90
Synchronizing remote control .....................................371

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Tachometer ......................................................................119
Technical data ................................................................394
Electrical system .......................................................397
Main dimensions ......................................................398
Rims and tires ...........................................................395
Weights .......................................................................398
Tele Aid ........................................................................... 216
Emergency calls ........................................................ 217
Information ................................................................221
Initiating an emergency call manually ................. 219
Roadside Assistance .................................................220

TELE AID -

malfunction and warning messages ......................323
Telephone ........................................................................129
General notes .............................................................207
Incoming call ............................................................. 133
Redialing .................................................................... 131
Telephone book ......................................................... 129

TELEPHONE - FUNCTION -

malfunction and warning messages ...................... 315
Telephones and two-way radios ................................... 214
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................ 215
Tire inflation pressure .................................................. 351

Tire inflation pressure monitor ...................................153
Inquiry of present tire inflation pressure .............153

TIRE PRESSURE -

malfunction and warning messages ...................... 318
Tire traction ................................................................... 250
Tires ................................................................................ 405
Driving instructions ................................................ 249
Rims and tires .......................................................... 395
Rotating wheels ........................................................ 344
Tire inflation pressure .............................................351
Tire replacement ...................................................... 343
Winter driving instructions .................................... 253