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CLK 55 AMGOur 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:
• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for
your reference.
• Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the
operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
• 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 .......................... 7
Operator’s manual ............................. 8
Where to find it ................................ 13
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls ............... 18
Center console ..............................20
Overhead control panel ............... 21Operation
Vehicle keys ......................................24
Start lock-out ....................................27
General notes on thecentral locking system ...............27
Central locking system ...................28Radio frequency and infrared remote control ..............................28
Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside ...........................................32Panic button ................................. 33
Mechanical keys .......................... 33
Doors ................................................. 34
Central locking switch .................... 36
Automatic central locking .......... 37Emergency unlocking in
case of accident .......................... 37
Trunk ................................................. 38
Trunk lid release switch ................ 40
Trunk lid emergencyrelease ...........................................41
Antitheft alarm system ................... 42
Tow-away alarm ............................... 44
Power seats, front ............................ 45
Front head restraints ...................51
Rear head restraints .................... 52
Backrest ............................................ 54
Multicontour seat ............................ 55
Heated seats ..................................... 56
Seat belts and integratedrestraint system .......................... 58
Seat belts .......................................... 58Seat belt nonusage warning system ............................ 59
Contents
BabySmartTM airbag
deactivation system ....................65
Self-test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed .........65Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) ................................66
Emergency tensioning
retractor (ETR) .............................66
Airbags ..............................................67Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag .....................................73
Infant and child restraint systems ..........................75Adjusting telescoping
steering column ..........................78
Inside rear view mirror ..................79
Exterior rear view mirrors .............80
Instrument cluster ...........................84
Indicator lamps in theinstrument cluster ......................86
Multifunction steering wheel,
multifunction display .................90
Contents
Trip and main odometer, vehicle speed, FSS and engine oil level indicator ...........94
Audio systems ..................................95
Radio ..............................................95
CD player .......................................96
Cassette player .............................97
Telephone ..........................................98
Telephone book ............................98
Redialing .....................................100
Incoming call ..............................102
Navigation system .......................... 103
Trip computer ................................. 104
Malfunction messagememory ...................................... 106
Individual settings .........................108
Setting the audio volume ...............110
Flexible service system(FSS) .............................................111
Engine oil level indicator ...............114
Engine oil consumption .................115Exterior lamp switch ...................... 116
Night security illumination .......... 117
Headlamp cleaning system ........... 118
Combination switch ....................... 119
Hazard warning flasherswitch ..........................................121
Automatic climate control ............ 122
Display and controls ................. 124
Basic setting - automatic mode ......................... 124
Economy ...................................... 125
Special settings .......................... 125
Rear window defroster .............. 126
Air recirculation ........................ 127
Residual engine heat utilization .................................... 127
Dust filter .................................... 128Audio and telephone,
operation .................................... 129
Power windows .............................. 147
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 149Interior lighting ............................. 151
Rear window sunshade ................. 152
Sun visors ....................................... 152
Illuminated vanity mirrors ...........153
Interior ............................................153
Storage compartments,armrest and cup holder ...........153
Glove box .....................................154
Ashtrays ..........................................157
Lighter .............................................159
Enlarged cargo area –split folding rear seat backrest ..............................160
Loading instructions .....................162
Cargo tie down rings .....................163
Parcel net in frontpassenger footwell .................... 164
Telephone, general ........................164
Cellular telephone .........................165
Garage door opener .......................166
Ski sack ........................................... 170Driving
Control and operation of
radio transmitters ..................... 176
The first 1 000 miles
(1 500 km) ................................. 177
Maintenance ...................................177
Catalytic converter ........................ 178
Emission control ............................179
Tele Aid ........................................... 180
Steering lock ................................... 190
Starting and turning offthe engine .................................. 192
Automatic transmission ............... 193
Parking brake .................................202
Driving instructions ......................203
Drive sensibly – save fuel .........203
Drinking and driving .................203
Pedals ...........................................203
Power assistance ........................204
Brakes ..........................................204Driving off ................................... 205
Parking ........................................ 205
Tires ............................................. 206
Snow chains ............................... 209
Winter driving instructions ................................ 209
Deep water ...................................210
Passenger compartment ............211
Traveling abroad .........................211
Cruise control .................................212
Brake assist system(BAS) ...........................................215
Antilock brake system
(ABS) ...........................................217
Electronic stability program
(ESP) ............................................219
What you should know
at the gas station ...................... 223
Check regularly and
before a long trip ...................... 225
Instrument cluster display
Malfunction and indicator
lamps in the instrument cluster ....................228
On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp .............................228
Brake warning lamp ..................229
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp .............................230
Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning ....................230
Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp ...............231
BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp .............................231
ABS malfunction indicator lamp .............................231
Telescoping steering column – indicator lamp .............................232
Seat belt warning lamp .............232Contents
Contents
Malfunction and indicator lamps
in the center console ................232
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .............................232Malfunction and warning
messages in the multifunction display ...............233
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) ..................234
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ........................234
BATTERY/ALTERNATOR ...........235
ABS-SYSTEM ...............................236
BRAKE ASSIST ...........................236
BRAKE LINING WEAR ..............237
BRAKE FLUID .............................237
PARKING BRAKE .......................238
ENGINE FAN ...............................238
COOLANT (coolant level) .............................239
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) ................240
LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................241LIGHT SENSOR .......................... 242
STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. .......... 242
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 243
ELEC. STABIL. PROGRAM. (Electronic stability program) ..................................... 244
REMOVE KEY ............................. 244
WASHER FLUID ......................... 245
TELE AID ..................................... 246Practical hints
First aid kit ..................................... 248
Shelf below rear window .............. 248
Stowing things inthe vehicle ................................. 248
Fuses ............................................... 249
Hood ................................................ 251
Checking engine oil level ............. 253
Automatic transmissionfluid level ................................... 254
Coolant level ................................... 254
Adding coolant ........................... 255Windshield washer / headlamp
cleaning system ........................256
Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio .......................256Spare wheel, vehicle tools,
storage compartment ................257
Vehicle jack .....................................258
Wheels .............................................259
Tire replacement ........................259
Rotating wheels ..........................260
Spare wheel .................................... 261
Changing wheels ...........................262
Tire inflation pressure ..................267
Battery .............................................268
Jump starting ..................................270
Towing the vehicle .........................272Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking ...................274
Exterior lamps ................................275
Headlamp assembly ................... 276
Taillamp assemblies ..................278
Adjusting headlamp aim ...............280Changing batteries in the
electronic main key ..................283
Synchronizing remote control ............................285Emergency operation of
sliding/pop-up roof ...................286
Manual release for
fuel filler flap .............................287
Replacing wiper blade
insert ...........................................287
Trunk lamp .....................................289
Roof rack .........................................289Vehicle care
Cleaning and care
of the vehicle ............................. 292
Power washer ............................. 293
Tar stains .................................... 293
Paintwork, painted body components ................................ 293
Engine cleaning ......................... 294
Vehicle washing ......................... 294
Ornamental moldings ............... 294
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses ...................... 294Window cleaning .......................295
Wiper blade .................................295
Light alloy wheels ......................295
Instrument cluster .....................295
Steering wheel and gear selector lever ......................295
Cup holder ...................................296
Seat belts .....................................296
Hard plastic trim items .............296
Headliner and shelf below rear window ................................296
Upholstery ...................................296
Plastic and rubber parts ............296Contents
Contents
Technical data
Spare parts service ........................298
Warranty coverage .........................298
Identification labels .......................299
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............300
Technical data ................................301
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. –capacities ...................................305
Engine oils ......................................307Engine oil additives ...................... 307
Air conditionerrefrigerant ................................. 307
Brake fluid ...................................... 307
Premium unleadedgasoline ...................................... 308
Fuel requirements ........................ 308
Gasoline additives ......................... 309
Coolants .......................................... 309
Consumer information .................. 311Index
Index ................................................ 313
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 Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: • New Car Limited Warranty, • Emission System Warranty, • Emission Performance Warranty, • California, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
(California, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),
• 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 authorized 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.
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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. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.
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.
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, • unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage
the catalysts,
• gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5
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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.
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 cluster 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.
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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:
In the USA:
In Canada:
Client Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5
For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.
Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your 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.
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Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls ............... 18
Center console ..............................20
Overhead control panel ............... 21Contents – Instruments and controls
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Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
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Instruments and controls
For more detailed descriptions see index on page 313. For adjustment of air outlets, refer to automatic climate control, see page 122.
1 Side air outlet, adjustable 2 Air volume control for side air outlet 3 Exterior lamp switch, see page 116
4 Parking brake release, see page 202
5 Parking brake pedal, see page 202
6 Hood lock release, see page 251
7 Combination switch, see page 119
8 Cruise control switch, see page 212
9 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 90
Horn (with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2)10 Instrument cluster, see page 84
11 Voice recognition system switch, see separateoperating instructions
12 Steering lock with ignition/starter
switch, see page 190
13 Center air outlets, adjustable 14 Air volume control for center air outlets 15 Left front seat heater switch, see page 56
16 Headlamp washer switch, see page 118
17 Switch for rear seat head restraints, see page 52
18 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 121
19 Central locking switch, see page 36
20 Switch for tow-away alarm, see page 44Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system, see page 42
21 Right front seat heater switch, see page 56
22 Automatic climate control, see page 122Rear window defroster switch, see page 126
23 Glove box (illuminated with electronic key in
steering lock position 1 or 2), see page 154
24 Audio system, see page 129
25 Storage compartment 26 Ashtray with lighter, see page 157Instruments and controls
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Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
Instruments and controls
Center console
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1 ESP control switch, see page 221
2 Program mode selector switch, see page 200
3 Switch for rear window sunshade, see page 152
4 Airbag Off indicator lamp, see page 232
5 Left power window switch, see page 147
6 Trunk lid release switch, see page 40
7 Mirror adjustment switch, see page 80
8 Right power window switch, see page 1471 Interior lighting, see page 151
2 Sliding/pop-up roof, see page 149
3 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 180
4 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid, telephone andvoice recognition system.
5 Rear view mirror, see page 79
6 Garage door opener, see page 166Overhead control panel
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Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
Contents – Operation
Operation
Vehicle keys ......................................24
Start lock-out ....................................27
General notes on thecentral locking system ...............27
Central locking system ...................28Radio frequency and infrared remote control ..............................28
Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside ...........................................32
Panic button ..................................33
Mechanical keys ...........................33
Doors ..................................................34
Central locking switch ....................36
Automatic central locking ..........37Emergency unlocking in
case of accident ...........................37
Trunk .................................................38
Trunk lid release switch .................40
Trunk lid emergencyrelease .......................................... 41
Antitheft alarm system ...................42
Tow-away alarm ................................4422
Power seats, front ............................ 45
Front head restraints ...................51
Rear head restraints .................... 52
Backrest ............................................ 54
Multicontour seat ............................ 55
Heated seats ..................................... 56
Seat belts and integratedrestraint system .......................... 58
Seat belts .......................................... 58Seat belt nonusage warning system ............................ 59
BabySmartTM airbag
deactivation system ................... 65
Self-test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed ......... 65Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) ............................... 66
Emergency tensioning
retractor (ETR) ............................ 66
Airbags .............................................. 67Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag ..................................... 73
Infant and child restraint systems ..........................75
Adjusting telescoping
steering column ..........................78
Inside rear view mirror ..................79
Exterior rear view mirrors .............80
Instrument cluster ...........................84
Indicator lamps in theinstrument cluster ......................86
Multifunction steering wheel,
multifunction display .................90
Trip and main odometer, vehicle speed, FSS and engine oil level indicator ...........94
Audio systems ..................................95
Radio ..............................................95
CD player .......................................96
Cassette player .............................97
Telephone ..........................................98
Telephone book ............................98
Redialing .....................................100
Incoming call ..............................102
Navigation system ..........................103
Trip computer .................................104Malfunction message
memory ...................................... 106
Individual settings .........................108
Setting the audio volume ...............110
Flexible service system(FSS) .............................................111
Engine oil level indicator ...............114
Engine oil consumption .................115
Exterior lamp switch ......................116
Night security illumination ..........117
Headlamp cleaning system ...........118
Combination switch .......................119
Hazard warning flasherswitch .......................................... 121
Automatic climate control ............122
Display and controls ..................124
Basic setting - automatic mode ..........................124Economy ...................................... 125
Special settings .......................... 125
Rear window defroster .............. 126
Air recirculation ........................ 127
Residual engine heat utilization .................................... 127
Dust filter .................................... 128Audio and telephone,
operation .................................... 129
Power windows .............................. 147
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 149
Interior lighting ..............................151
Rear window sunshade .................152
Sun visors ........................................152
Illuminated vanity mirrors ...........153
Interior .............................................153Storage compartments,
armrest and cup holder ...........153
Glove box .....................................154
Ashtrays ..........................................157
Lighter .............................................159
Enlarged cargo area –split folding rear seat backrest ..............................160
Loading instructions .....................162
Cargo tie down rings .....................163
Parcel net in frontpassenger footwell .................... 164
Telephone, general ........................164
Cellular telephone .........................165
Garage door opener .......................166
Ski sack ........................................... 170Contents – Operation
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Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
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Vehicle keys Included with your vehicle are: • 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.
• 1 electronic reserve key without remote control
functions, plus removable mechanical key.
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.
Electronic main key
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The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency 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.
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. See page 38 for separate locking of trunk and page 154 for locking of glove box.
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Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
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Electronic reserve key
The electronic reserve key is without remote control functions, but with removable mechanical key.
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The electronic reserve key (1) works only in the steering lock. There are no batteries inside the 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.
Start lock-out
Important! Removing the electronic key from the steering lock activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be started. 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 USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
General notes on the central locking system If the electronic key is inserted in the steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control. If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked: • Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either door
handle. Check the batteries of the electronic main key, see page 283 or to synchronize the remote control, see page 285.
• 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.
Important! 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 Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key.
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Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
Instruments and controls
Operation
Driving
Instrument cluster display
Practical hints
Car care
Technical
data
Index
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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 283 for checking batteries. The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control. Opening and closing the windows and sliding/pop-up roof remotely can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control. Aim transmitter eye at a receiver (6 or 7), press and hold transmit button Œ or ‹. With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk can also be opened by using the remote control. If the electronic key is inserted in steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked, and the trunk lid cannot be opened with the remote control.
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1 Transmit button
‹ Locking Œ Unlocking Š Opening trunk (if not separately locked)
2 Lamp for battery check (see page 283 for changing
batteries if it does not light up briefly)
3 PANIC button 4 Transmitter eye 5 Locking tab for mechanical key
6 Infrared receiver in driver’s door handle
7 Infrared receiver in passenger door handle
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Locking and unlocking with remote control
Unlocking: Press transmit button Œ. 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 Œ once to unlock driver’s door and fuel filler flap. Press transmit button Œ twice to unlock both doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk. Global unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock both doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk.
Notes: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 38. 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 or 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 page 283 and 285.
Choosing global or selective mode on remote control Press and hold transmit buttons ‹ and Œ simultaneously for approx. 6 seconds to reprogram the remote control. Battery check lamp will blink two times indicating the completed mode change.
Opening the trunk The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance. A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft. (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Press transmit button Š until trunk lid is open.
Important! Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle is centrally locked.
Note: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 38.
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Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside Aim transmitter eye of remote control at a door receiver.
To open: Continue to press transmit button Πafter unlocking the vehicle. The windows and sliding/pop-up roof 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 and sliding/pop-up roof begin to close after approx. 1 second. To interrupt closing procedure, release transmit button.
Warning! Never operate the windows or sliding/pop-up roof 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 Œ for opening or ‹ for closing.
Note: If the windows and sliding/pop-up roof 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 283 and 285.
Panic button
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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) again, or insert electronic key in steering lock.
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.
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1 Opening – pull handle 2 Unlocking driver’s door 3 Locking driver’s door 4 Individual door from inside:
• Push lock button down to lock. • Pull inside door handle to unlock.
Important! The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.
When you lock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the door lock button should move down. The passenger door must be locked with the door lock button – the driver’s door can only be locked when it is closed.
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 Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key.
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: • selective unlocking mode, only that individual door is unlocked. The remaining door, the trunk and fuel filler flap remain locked,
• 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. To lock, push down lock button and turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 3. In addition lock the trunk.
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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 mode, only the door opened from the inside is unlocked.
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 Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch.
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.
Automatic central locking The central locking switch also operates the automatic central locking. 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.
To activate: With electronic key in steering lock position 2 hold 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.
Notes: If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch after activating the automatic central locking, and neither door is opened, then the doors remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or less with the automatic central locking activated, the door will again be automatically locked at speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
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.
Emergency unlocking in case of 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). 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.
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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. When unlocking the trunk 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 Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key.
0 Neutral position – push to open (arrow) 1 Unlocking 2 Separate locking of trunk – remove mechanical key
in this position.
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 key to position 1, hold and push to open. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 287.
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.
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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.
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Trunk lid release switch
The switch is located on the center console.
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 can also be opened by using the remote control. Press Š button. 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 38. The trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid release switch when the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control. To unlock vehicle with the remote control, see page 28.
Trunk lid emergency release
The emergency release button (1) is located in the trunk lid. Briefly press emergency release button (1). All doors, the fuel filler flap, and the trunk unlock; and the trunk lid opens.
Note: The emergency release button (1) only unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing.
Important! The emergency trunk lid release button (1) does not open the trunk lid, if: • the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected, • the trunk lid was previously locked separately with
the mechanical key, see page 38.
Illumination of the emergency release button (1): The button will blink for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. The button will blink for 60 minutes after closing the trunk.
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Antitheft alarm system
1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console
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: • opens a door, • opens the trunk, • opens the hood, • attempts to raise the vehicle.
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 activating element (a door, for example) is immediately closed. The antitheft 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 180.
Notes: 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. When you unlock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To interrupt the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key.
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Tow-away alarm
The switch is located in the center console.
1 Press to switch off 2 Indicator lamp
Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle.
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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 180. 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. 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. Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the remote control. The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with mechanical key or remote control, at which time it is automatically reactivated.
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).
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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.
3 Seat cushion tilt
Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported.
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
4 Backrest tilt
Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel. 5 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 level. The head restraint angle can also be adjusted manually.
Notes: Your vehicle is equipped with power head restraints, do not try to raise or lower them manually. Only minor personal adjustments, as described below, should then be required. For steering wheel adjustment, see page 78; inside rear view mirror, see page 79; exterior rear view mirrors, see page 80.
Caution! Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat covers. For removal see page 51. Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving.
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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 then “2”, respectively “3”.
Note: See page 80 for instructions on adjustment of mirrors.
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 seat 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.
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.
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