Mercedes-Benz 2009 CLK-Class Operator's Manual

CLKOperator’s Manual

8Fuel tankCapacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374Fuel filler flap and cap . . . . . . . . . . 227Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lighting98lamps should only be used in conjunction withlow-beam headlamps. Consult your State orProvince Motor Vehicle Regulationsregarding permissibl

Lighting99switch only to point of resistance andrelease. The corresponding turn signallamps will flash three times.Hazard warning flasherThe hazard wa

Lighting100Switching onXTurn the exterior lamp switch to positionB or U.orXActivate the daytime running lamp mode(Y page 97).XSwitch on the left or ri

Wipers101Runlock the vehicleRremove the SmartKey from the starterswitchRopen a doorRopen the trunkXDeactivating: Press symbol = onrocker switch 3.The

Wipers102Windshield wipersSwitching on/off0 Windshield wipers offI Intermittent wipingII Normal wiper speedIII Fast wiper speedXTurn the combination s

Power windows103Problems with wipers! If anything blocks the windshield wipers(leaves, snow, etc.), switch them offimmediately.For safety reasons, sto

Power windows104where you pulled the switch past theresistance point and released it to close thewindow, the automatic reversal functionwill stop the

Power windows105point and released, the automatic reversalwill not operate.Synchronizing power windowsThe windows must be synchronized after thebatter

Power windows106Convenience closing featureWhen locking the vehicle, you cansimultaneously closeRthe windowsRthe tilt/sliding sunroof (CLK coupe)Rthe

Driving and parking107Driving and parkingSafety notesGWarning!Make sure absolutely no objects areobstructing the pedals’ range of movement.Keep the dr

9Infant and child restraint systemssee Children in the vehicle Inflation pressuresee Tires, Inflation pressure

Driving and parking108XTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 3 (Y page 82) and release it.The engine starts automatically.With KEYLESS-GO

Driving and parking109If the engine does not start after severalstarting attempts:XContact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter or call Roadside Assistan

Driving and parking110someone or something. Only shift into gearwhen the engine is idling normally andwhen your right foot is firmly on the brakepedal

Driving and parking111ParkingGWarning!Do not park this vehicle in areas wherecombustible materials such as grass, hayor leaves can come into contact w

Automatic transmission112Turning off the engineGWarning!Do not turn off the engine before the vehiclehas come to a complete stop. With theengine not r

Automatic transmission113covered by the Mercedes-Benz LimitedWarranty.iDuring the brief warm-up, transmissionupshifting is delayed. This allows thecat

Automatic transmission114With drive position D selected, you caninfluence transmission shifting by:Rlimiting the gear rangeRextending the gear rangeRc

Automatic transmission115Effectë Neutral positionNo power is transmitted from theengine to the drive axle. When thebrakes are released, the vehiclecan

Automatic transmission116Effectè With this selection you can use thebraking effect of the engine.ç Allows the use of engine’s brakingpower when drivin

Automatic transmission117lower revolutions and the wheels are lesslikely to spin.Selecting program mode S means thatupshifts occur later.One-touch gea

10Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308Low tire pressure/TPMSmalfunction telltale . . . . . . . . . . . . 317Roll bars . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission118iIf you press on the accelerator pedalwhen the engine has reached therevolution limit of the current gear range,the automatic

Automatic transmission119automatic program mode (C or S) when theengine is restarted.Upshifting! In manual program mode M, theautomatic transmission w

Instrument cluster120Deactivating manual shift programXPress the program mode selector switchrepeatedly until C or S appears in themultifunction displ

Instrument cluster1211Reset button For information on changing the instrumentcluster settings, e.g. the language, see(Y page 134).Activating the instr

Control system122Resetting trip odometerXMake sure you are viewing the standarddisplay (Y page 126) in the multifunctiondisplay.XPress and hold the re

Control system1231 Multifunction display2 Selecting the submenu or setting thevolume:Press buttonæup/to increaseçdown/to decrease3 Telephone:Press but

Control system124Multifunction display1Outside temperature indicator2Trip odometer3Automatic transmission program modeindicator4Main odometer 5Transmi

Control system125Menus and submenusiThe headings used in the menus table aredesigned to facilitate navigation within thesystem and are not necessarily

Control system126The first function displayed in each menuwill automatically show you which part ofthe system you are in.Function1 Standard display me

Control system127XPress button j or k repeatedly untilthe digital speedometer or the outsidetemperature appears in the multifunctiondisplay.1Basic dis

11Check engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296, 297, 299Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286D

Control system128RACETIMERGWarning!The RACETIMER feature is only for use onroads and in conditions where high speeddriving is permitted. Racing on pub

Control system129Deleting all lapsIt is not possible to delete a single saved lap.When you turn off the engine, the RACETIMERwill be reset to “0” afte

Control system130Selecting radio stationThe SIRIUS Satellite Radio is treated as aradio application.Additional optional satellite radio equipmentand a

Control system1311Disc number2Current trackXPress button k or j repeatedly untilthe desired track is selected.For more information on CD operation, se

Control system132XPress button è or ÿ repeatedly untilthe Vehicle status message memorymenu appears in the multifunction display.If conditions have oc

Control system133The settings you have changed will not bereset unless you confirm the action bypressing the reset button a second time. Afterapproxim

Control system134RSetting night security illumination(Headlamps delayed shut-off feature)(Y page 137)RSetting interior lighting delayed shut-off(Y pag

Control system135Selecting display (speed or outsidetemperature) for status lineXMove the selection marker with buttonæ or ç to the Instr. Clustersubm

Control system136Example illustration for setting the hourXPress button æ or ç to set the hoursor minute(s).XPress the reset button to confirm.Setting

Control system137RLicense plate lampsRSide marker lampsFor more information on the daytime runninglamp mode, see “Lighting” (Y page 97).For safety rea

12Panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Parcel net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Control system138XPress button æ or ç to switch theheadlamps delayed shut-off feature On orOff.XTurn the exterior lamp switch to positionU before turn

Control system139XPress button æ or ç to selectFrequenc. or Memory.Setting automatic central lockingUse this function to activate or deactivate theaut

Control system140Trip computer menuUse the Trip computer menu to call upstatistical data on your vehicle.The following information is available:RFuel

Control system141Distance to emptyXPress button ÿ or è repeatedly untilthe first function of the Trip computermenu appears in the multifunction displa

Control system142This standby message indicates that yourtelephone is ready for use and you canoperate it using the control system.Answering a callWhe

Audio system143The control system stores the dialednumber in the redial memory.orXPress button t if you do not want tomake the call.RedialingThe contr

Audio system144Operating safetyGWarning!Any alterations made to electroniccomponents can cause malfunctions.The radio, amplifier, CD changer, satellit

Audio system145Operating and display elementsControls in detailZ

Audio system146Item1 CD changer mode selector(Y page 160)AUX mode selector (Y page 149)2 Single CD mode selector(Y page 160)3 Radio mode selector (Y p

Audio system147switch off again after approximately30 minutes.If your vehicle is equipped with a mobilephone, the display may prompt you to enteryour

13Remote controlsee Key, SmartKey Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) . . . . . 218Replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio system148Sound systemYou can either program the sound settingsmanually (Y page 147) or choose settings viapreset sound characteristics.You can s

Audio system149The radio switches back to the standardradio menu eight seconds after the last softkey is pressed.Adjusting balancePress button P repea

Audio system150external audio source while the vehicle is inmotion.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is

Audio system151Calling up wavebands for radios with SATXPress FM, AM or WB soft key repeatedly untildesired waveband has been selected.The FM, AM and

Audio system152XPress SC soft key or S or T.The station last played will be selectedand SC disappears from the display.Station memoryYou can store ten

Audio system153iIf no weather band station is receivedafter three consecutive scans of thecomplete frequency range, then the scanstops at the channel

Audio system154After activation of satellite radio service(Y page 154).Prior to activation of the satellite radioserviceThe telephone number of the SI

Audio system155Tuning via manual channel inputExample: tuning in channel 16XPress *.Input line appears in the main radio menu.XUse number keys to ente

Audio system156XPress INF soft key.The title being played is displayed.XPress INF soft key again.The name of the artist performing the titlebeing play

Audio system157If you insert thicker discs, e. g. ones thathave data on both sides (one side with DVDdata, the other side with audio data), theycannot

14Side marker lampsCleaning lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270Messages in the multifunctiondisplay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Audio system158Compatible bit and sampling ratesFixed and variable bit rates of up to320 kBit/s are possible.The following table lists possible sampli

Audio system159Ejecting a CDXMake sure the system is switched on.XPress EJECT button.The system ejects the CD. NO CD willappear in the display.XRemove

Audio system160Playing CDsSingle CD player in the audio unitXPress button i.CD0 will appear in the upper left-handcorner of the display.The CD will re

Audio system161the unit skips back to the beginning of theprevious track.Pressing button T or S repeatedly willresult in multiple tracks being skipped

Audio system162GSM network phonesGWarning!Please do not forget that your primaryresponsibility is to drive the vehicle. Adriver’s attention to the roa

Audio system163to the separate telephone operatinginstructions for more information.Adjusting the volumeXTurn rotary control of button N during atelep

Audio system164XPress and hold button Á or Âuntil desired initial letter has beenreached.orXPress button Á or  repeatedlyuntil desired entry has been

Audio system165operating instructions for the mobilephone.XManual redial: Press button s.The telephone number last dialed willappear in the display.XS

Audio system166XTerminating a combined call: Pressbutton t.The connection to both callers isterminated.TDMA or CDMA network phonesGWarning!Please do n

Audio system167Adjusting the volumeXTurn rotary control of button N during atelephone call.The volume will increase or decreasedepending on the direct

15Tele Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214Emergency calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215Information button . . . . . . . . . .

Audio system168XPress and hold button Á or Âuntil desired initial letter has beenreached.orXPress button Á or  repeatedlyuntil desired entry has been

Audio system169iIf you have activated the automatic redialfunction on your mobile phone, the numberof the person being called is automaticallyredialed

Audio system170XPlacing a second call: Place a new call byentering telephone number manually.XPress button s.You are connected to the second caller; t

Audio system171Placing a “911” emergency call usingaudio head unit with the mobile phoneunlockedXPress button h to switch to telephoneoperation.XEnter

Driving systems172Driving systemsIntroductionThis section describes the following drivingsystems of your vehicle:RCruise controlRParktronic system (CL

Driving systems173You cannot activate the cruise control:Rwhen you brakeRwhen you have engaged the parking brakeRwhen the automatic transmission is in

Driving systems174When you use the cruise control lever todecelerate, the brake system will brake thevehicle automatically if the engine’s brakingpowe

Driving systems175GWarning!Make sure no persons or animals are in ornear the area in which you are parking/maneuvering. Otherwise, they could beinjure

Driving systems176Front area warning indicator1Left side of the vehicle2Right side of the vehicleRear area warning indicator (coupe/cabriolet)1Left si

Driving systems177XSwitching off Parktronic system: PressParktronic switch 1.Indicator lamp 2 comes on.XSwitching on Parktronic system: PressParktroni

16Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257Tread depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235, 258Treadwear indicators . . . . . . . 235, 257Ve

Climate control system178Climate control systemOverview of climate control system functionsYour vehicle is equipped with either of the following clima

Climate control system179Control panelsClimate controlCanada onlyFunction Recommendation/Notes1 Q Air volume control (Y page 187)Climate control on/of

Climate control system180Function Recommendation/Notes5 ) Rear window defrosteriAt very low temperatures, rear window defrosteroperation is delayed un

Climate control system181Automatic climate controlFunction Recommendation/Notes1 Air distribution, driver’s side (Y page 187)2 | Front defrosteriKeep

Climate control system182Function Recommendation/Notes5 Q Increasing air volume (Y page 187)6 Á Temperature control, passenger side, raisingiSet the t

Climate control system183Function Recommendation/Notesf ´ Climate control on/offiSwitches on the climate control system. Theindicator lamp in button ´

Climate control system184Climate controlXDeactivating: Set air volume control 1(Y page 179) to position 0.XReactivating: Set air volume control 1 toan

Climate control system185Automatic modeWhen operating the climate control system inautomatic mode, the interior air temperature,air volume and air dis

Climate control system186iFor draft-free ventilation, move theadjustable center and side air vents to themiddle position.Center air vents1Cockpit air

Climate control system187Adjusting air distributionThe air distribution can be adjustedseparately on each side of the passengercompartment10.The symbo

17Vehicle washingsee Vehicle care WWarning soundsDriver’s or passenger’s seat belt . . . 55Parking brake . . .

Climate control system188XActivating: Press button 011 orP12.The indicator lamp in the button comes on.The climate control switches to the followingfu

Climate control system189A quantity of outside air is added afterapproximately 30 minutes.XDeactivating: Press button , again.The indicator lamp in th

Rear window defroster190The residual heat is deactivatedautomatically:Rwhen the ignition is switched onRafter approximately 30 minutesRif the battery

Power tilt/sliding sunroof191Power tilt/sliding sunroofOpening and closingGWarning!When opening or closing the tilt/slidingsunroof, make sure there is

Power tilt/sliding sunroof192XSwitch on the ignition.OpeningXOpening manually: Press and hold thesunroof switch to the resistance point indirection of

Soft top (cabriolet)193XKeep holding the sunroof switch indirection of arrow 1 for approximately1 second.XCheck the express operation feature(Y page 1

Soft top (cabriolet)194Make sure to close the soft top whenleaving the vehicle. If water enters thevehicle interior, vehicle electronics couldbe damag

Soft top (cabriolet)195XPull up on soft top switch 1 until the softtop is completely lowered into its trunkstorage compartment.The windows will also o

Soft top (cabriolet)196Unlocked status noticed while drivingGWarning!Stop the vehicle in a safe location or assoon as it is safe to do so and lock the

Soft top (cabriolet)1973Retainer claw4Snap fastenerXPress retainer claw 3 on upper sectioninto snap fastener 4 of lower section.5Retaining lugs6Mounti

SymbolsTrademarks®:RESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler.RHomeLink® is a registered trademark ofPrince, a Johnson Controls Company.RSIRIUS and re

Operator’s Manual18Product InformationPlease observe the following in your own bestinterest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as

Loading and storing198RDo not place anything on top of or in frontof the luggage cover.RDo not place anything on the shelf behindthe roll bars.1Luggag

Loading and storing199The total load weight including vehicleoccupants and luggage/cargo should notexceed the total load limit indicated on thecorresp

Loading and storing200Ski bag (Canada only)GWarning!The ski bag is designed for up to four pairsof skis in the CLK coupe and for two pairsof skis in t

Loading and storing2017Hook and loop fastenerXUnfasten hook and loop fastener 7.XPull ski bag into passenger compartmentand unfold.8Flap9CatchXPull do

Loading and storing2024Hook and loop fastenerXUnfasten hook and loop fastener 4.XPull ski bag into passenger compartmentand unfold.XOpen the trunk.5Bu

Loading and storing2037Hook8EyeXConnect hook 7 to eye 8 located oncenter tunnel in front of rear seat bench.XTighten strap by pulling at the loose end

Loading and storing204Removing the ski bagGWarning!Never drive vehicle with trunk open whilethe ski bag is removed. Deadly carbonmonoxide (CO) gases m

Loading and storing205Cargo tie-down ringsCargo tie-down rings are only available on theCLK coupe.Four cargo tie-down rings are located in thetrunk.Ca

Loading and storing2062Release handleXPull release handle 2.3Seat cushion4Seat backrestXFold seat cushion 3 forward.XFold seat backrest 4 forward.! Al

Loading and storing207iTo prevent unauthorized persons fromaccess to the trunk, always lock seatbackrest in its upright position.Storage compartmentsG

Operator’s Manual19Service and warranty informationThe Service and Warranty Informationbooklet contains detailed information aboutthe warranties cover

Loading and storing208Storage/telephone compartmentunder front center armrest1CoverXOpening: Slide cover 1 in direction ofarrow.iThe contact plate for

Useful features209Useful featuresCup holdersGWarning!In order to help prevent spilling liquids onvehicle occupants and/or vehicleequipment, only use c

Useful features210Sun visorsGWarning!Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visorsclosed while vehicle is in mo

Useful features211XSwitch on the ignition.XExtending/Retracting: Press rearwindow sunshade switch 1 briefly.AshtraysCenter console ashtrayGWarning!Rem

Useful features212Cigarette lighterGObserve Safety notes, seepage 58.GWarning!Never touch the heating element or sidesof the lighter; they are extreme

Useful features213TelephoneiVarious mobile phone cradles can beinstalled in the front center armrest, seeseparate installation instructions for themob

Useful features214Tele Aid! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, asubscriber agreement must be completed.To ensure your system is activated andop

Useful features215If a malfunction is indicated as outlinedabove, the system may not operate asexpected. In case of an emergency, helpwill have to be

Useful features216Initiating an emergency call manually1Cover2SOS buttonXBriefly press on cover 1 to open.XPress SOS button 2 briefly.The indicator la

Useful features217connection to the Response Centerestablished, then the Tele Aid system couldnot initiate a Roadside Assistance call (e.g.the relevan

Operator’s Manual20Roadside AssistanceThe Mercedes-Benz Roadside AssistanceProgram provides factory-trained technicalhelp in the event of a breakdown.

Useful features218use it only with the vehicle at a standstill ina safe location. Remove the phone from themobile phone cradle and place the call. The

Useful features219Garage door openerThe integrated remote control can operate upto three separately controlled devicescompatible with HomeLink® or som

Useful features220XStep 4: Using both hands, simultaneouslypress hand-held remote control button 6and the desired signal transmitter button(2, 3 or 4)

Useful features221signal transmitter to pick up the signal duringprogramming. Similar to this Canadian law,some U.S. gate operators are designed to“ti

Useful features222Programming tipsIf you are having difficulty programming theintegrated remote control, here are somehelpful tips:RCheck the frequenc

Useful features223FloormatsGWarning!Whenever you are using floormats, makesure there is enough clearance and that thefloormats are securely fastened.F

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225Vehicle equipment ... 226The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ... 226At the gas station ... 227Eng

The first 1000 miles (1500 km)226Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your v

At the gas station227At the gas stationRefuelingGWarning!Gasoline is highly flammable andpoisonous. It burns violently and can causeserious personal i

Operating safety21Operating safetyGWarning!Work improperly carried out on electroniccomponents and associated softwarecould cause them to cease functi

At the gas station2281Fuel filler flap2Fuel filler capXTurn off the engine.iLeaving the engine running and the fuelfiller cap open can cause the yello

Engine compartment229Engine compartmentHoodGWarning!Do not pull the release lever while thevehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hoodcould be forced ope

Engine compartment2302HandleXPush handle 2 under the hood upwards.XPull up on the hood and then release it.The hood will be automatically held open at

Engine compartment231Checking engine oil levelXOpen the hood (Y page 229).CLK 350/CLK 5501Oil dipstick 2Upper (max) mark3Lower (min) markXPull out oil

Engine compartment232covered by the Mercedes-Benz LimitedWarranty.CLK 350/CLK 5501Filler capCLK 63 AMG1Filler capXUnscrew filler cap 1 from filler nec

Engine compartment233scalding hot fluid and steam will be blownout under pressure.RDo not spill antifreeze on hot engineparts. Antifreeze contains eth

Tires and wheels234XOpening washer fluid reservoir: Pull tabof cap 1 upwards.XRefill the washer fluid reservoir with MBWindshield Washer Concentrate “

Tires and wheels235speed with a flat tire will cause excessiveheat build-up and possibly a fire.Important guidelinesROnly use sets of tires and rims o

Tires and wheels236(1.6 mm), we recommend that you do notallow your tires to wear down to that level.As tread depth approaches 1/8 in (3 mm),the adhes

Tires and wheels237Loading the vehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how muchweight it may properly carry.(1) The Tire and Loading Information placar

Reporting safety defects22Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with yourvehicle, particularly one that you believe mayaffect i

Tires and wheels238on the Tire and Loading Informationplacard.The combined weight of all occupants,cargo/luggage and trailer tongue load (ifapplicable

Tires and wheels239vehicle stated on the vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information placard (Y page 238).Example Combined weightlimit of occupantsand carg

Tires and wheels240Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The totalallowable weight that can be carried by asingle axle (front or rear).To assure that your

Tires and wheels2411Tire and Loading Information placard withrecommended cold tire inflationpressuresThe Tire and Loading Information placard liststhe

Tires and wheels242Underinflated tires canRcause excessive and uneven tire wearRadversely affect fuel economyRlead to tire failure from being overheat

Tires and wheels243stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen.Then recheck the tire inflation pressurewith the tire gauge.XInstall the valve cap.XRepe

Tires and wheels244Restarting the Run Flat IndicatorThe Run Flat Indicator must be restarted inthe following situations:Rafter you have changed the ti

Tires and wheels245information on the inside of the fuel fillerflap.The TPMS is not able to issue a warning dueto a sudden dramatic loss of pressure (

Tires and wheels246iThis device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not caus

Tires and wheels247Tire Pressure MonitorRestartedAfter driving a few minutes the systemverifies that the current tire inflationpressures are within th

Vehicle data recording23Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronicrecording devices(Including notice pursuant to California Code§ 9951)Ple

Tires and wheels2483Radial tire code4Rim diameter5Tire load rating6Tire speed ratingiFor illustration purposes only. Actual dataon tires are specific

Tires and wheels249maximum load associated with the load indexis indicated in kilograms and lbs.For additional information on tire load rating,see “Lo

Tires and wheels250Index Speed ratingH M+S17up to 130 mph (210 km/h)V M+S17up to 149 mph (240 km/h)iNot all M+S rated tires provide specialwinter perf

Tires and wheels251DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)U.S. tire regulations require each new tiremanufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TINinto or

Tires and wheels2521Maximum tire load ratingiFor illustration purposes only. Actual dataon tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data sh

Tires and wheels253Uniform Tire Quality GradingStandardsThe Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S.Government requirement designed to givedrivers consi

Tires and wheels254Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires(Y page 258) with a minimum tread depth ofapproximately 1/6 in (4 mm) on all four wheelsfor th

Tires and wheels255Aspect ratioDimensional relationship between tiresection height and section width expressedin percentage.BarAnother metric unit for

Tires and wheels256Normal occupant weightThe number of occupants the vehicle isdesigned to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms(150 lb).Occupant distribut

Tires and wheels257TreadThe portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the road.Treadwear indicatorsNarrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars”that

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Winter driving258Winter drivingGeneral informationHave your vehicle winterized at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center.Winter tiresGWarning!Winter tires

Winter driving259Benz Center will be glad to advise you onthis subject.RUse of snow chains may be prohibiteddepending on location. Always check locala

Driving instructions260Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelTo save fuel you should:RKeep tires at the recommended inflationpressures.RRemove

Driving instructions261surfaces. This may cause serious damageto the drivetrain which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Continuous o

Driving instructions262of the vehicle can be degraded to an extentthat safe braking is substantially impaired.This could result in an accident.! Becau

Driving instructions263! Simultaneously depressing theaccelerator pedal and applying the brakesreduces engine performance and causespremature brake an

Driving instructions264Only operate the audio system orCOMAND18 (Cockpit Management andData System) if road, weather and trafficconditions permit. Oth

Maintenance265MaintenanceNotesThe Maintenance System in your vehicletracks the distance driven and the timeelapsed since the last maintenance service,

Maintenance266Maintenance service term exceededIf you have exceeded the suggestedmaintenance service term, you will see thefollowing message in the mu

Vehicle care267Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleNotesRegular and proper care will help to maintainthe value of your vehicle.GWarning!Many c

25Exterior view ... 26Cockpit ... 30Instrument cluster ...

Vehicle care268here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.The following topics deal with the cleaningand care of

Vehicle care269Hand-washXDo not use hot water or wash your vehiclein direct sunlight.XOnly use a soft, wet cloth or sponge toclean the vehicle.XOnly u

Vehicle care270Never use a power washer to clean the softtop, as you may damage the soft topmaterial.Do not use sharp-edged instruments for theremoval

Vehicle care2711Parktronic system sensors in frontbumperXOnly clean sensors 1 by hand.XUse a mild vehicle wash detergent, such asMercedes-Benz approve

Vehicle care272may also damage the wheel paint if thevehicle is not driven after cleaning.Therefore, the vehicle’s brake systemshould always be warmed

Vehicle care273intermediate cover, contact-discoloration willbe prevented.GWarning!Only use seat or head restraint coverswhich have been tested and ap

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275Vehicle equipment ... 276Where will I find ...? ... 276Vehicle status messages in themultifunction

Where will I find ...?276Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle a

Where will I find ...?277! To prevent damage, always disengage thefloor handle from the upper trunk lip andlower the trunk floor before closing thetru

Exterior view26Exterior viewAt a glance

Where will I find ...?278you or others could be injured, as the jackis designed only for the purpose ofchanging a wheel.When using the jack, observe t

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display279XRemove retaining screw 1 by turning itcounterclockwise.XRemove luggage box 2.Example illustrat

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display280wheel. They are then stored in the Vehiclestatus message memory menu(Y page 131). Remember that

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display281Text messagesSafety systemsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABS ABS

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display282Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESP UnavailableSee Operator’sManua

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display283Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront PassengerAirbag EnabledSee O

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display284Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(Y page 47) has deactivated the fr

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display285Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront PassengerAirbag DisabledSee

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display286Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionnecessary check cycles and to make

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display287VehicleDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionP Selector Lever InParkYou

Exterior view27iThis Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. P

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display288Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire Pressure Check TiresThe Run F

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display289GWarning!Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated t

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display290Symbol messagesBrakeDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution2Brake WearThe

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display291GWarning!Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident.

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display292For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center imme

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display293Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionKOpen/Close TopCompletelyThe soft

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display294Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionIKey Not DetectedThe SmartKey with

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display295Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution_Steering oilService RequiredThe s

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display296Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionBTop Up CoolantSee Operator’sMan.T

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display297Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÌCoolantStop vehicle, turnengine o

Our company and staff congratulate you onthe purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is ademonstration of your trust in our c

Exterior view28At a glance

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display298! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so ma

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display299Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÌCoolantStop vehicle, turnengine o

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display300Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionIf the coolant temperature is belo

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display301Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionNCheck oil level atnext refueling.

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display302LampsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Active HeadlampsInoperativeT

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display303Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Marker Lamp FrontLeftorMarker Lam

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display304Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.AUTO-LightInoperativeThe light se

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display305Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Tail Lamp LeftAuxiliary Bulb Onor

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display306TiresDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionHPlease correct thetire press

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display307Practical hintsZ

Exterior view29iThis Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. P

What to do if …308What to do if …Lamps in instrument clusterNotesIf any of the following lamps in the instrumentcluster fails to come on during the bu

What to do if …309BrakeProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions-The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running.The ABS

What to do if …310Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions-The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running.The ABS is t

What to do if …311Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You

What to do if …312Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions<During driving the red seatbelt telltale flashes andyou additionally hear

What to do if …313For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked.Ot

What to do if …314Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsvThe yellow ESP® warninglamp flashes while driving.The ESP® or Electronic Trac

What to do if …315EngineProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsú (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunctionindicator lamp c

What to do if …316Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsÌThe red coolanttemperature warning lampcomes on when the engineis running.The

What to do if …317TiresProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsH USA only:Combination low tirepressure telltale/TPMSmalfunction telltale

Cockpit30CockpitAt a glance

What to do if …318Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiencyand tire tread life, and may affect thevehicle’s handling and stopping ability.Please not

What to do if …319GWarning!If the 56 indicator lamp illuminatesand remains illuminated with the weight ofa typical adult or someone larger than asmall

Unlocking/locking manually320Unlocking/locking manuallyUnlocking the vehicleIf you cannot unlock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlo

Unlocking/locking manually321XTurn mechanical key 1 back and removeit from the trunk lid lock.Locking the vehicleIf you cannot lock the vehicle with t

Opening/closing in an emergency322XSimultaneously push tool 2 downwardand move the gear selector lever out ofpark position P.XRemove tool 2.The gear s

Opening/closing in an emergency3232Hex wrenchXInsert long side of hex wrench 2 intoopening.XUsing hex wrench 2, press release catchdown in direction o

Opening/closing in an emergency324These messages will also appear in themultifunction display (Y page 293).If automatic operation still does not funct

Opening/closing in an emergency3252TrimXDetach trim 2 along the perforation.3Locking mechanismXPull locking mechanism 3 out until it stopsand rotate i

Opening/closing in an emergency3268StrapXPull strap 8, supplied in vehicle tool kit,behind soft top storage compartmentthrough hinge 7.XBring strap to

Opening/closing in an emergency327XYou and your assistant should each takeone of the straps by the handle.XWith a strong, simultaneous tug on theloops

Cockpit31Function Page1 Steering wheel gearshiftcontrol 1172 Combination switch98Turn signals 98Wipers 101High beam 983 Cruise control lever1724 Multi

Opening/closing in an emergency328cOpeningdLockingXTake off protective cap on the inner side ofthe soft top.XInsert hex wrench into soft top lockingme

Resetting activated head restraints329down with the palms of your hands until itsnaps into place in the guide. Place yourhands on the areas indicated

Replacing SmartKey batteries3301Reset tool 2Rectangular opening3Press head restraint cushionXTake reset tool 1 out of the Mercedes-Benz literature pou

Replacing SmartKey batteries331sellers of batteries to accept old batteries forrecycling.When inserting the batteries, make sure theyare clean and fre

Replacing bulbs332Replacing bulbsSafety notesSafe vehicle operation depends on properexterior lighting and signaling to a largedegree.Correct headlamp

Replacing bulbs333Front lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signallampLED2 Turn signal lamp 1156 NA3 Halogen headlamp:Low beamH7 (55 W)Bi-Xenon headlamp:L

Replacing bulbs334Replacing bulbs for front lampsBefore you start to replace a bulb for a frontlamp, do the following:XSwitch off the ignition.XTurn t

Replacing bulbs335Front turn signal lamp bulbXTurn bulb socket 3 with the bulbcounterclockwise and remove it.XGently press onto the bulb and turn itco

Replacing wiper blades336XReinstall the bulb carrier and let tab 2engage.XConnect the electrical connector 1 until itengages.XReinstall trim panel.Lic

Flat tire337! Hold on to the wiper arm. If released, theforce of the impact from the tensioningspring could crack the windshield.XCarefully fold the w

Instrument cluster32Instrument clusterAt a glance

Flat tire338Do not switch off the ESP® when a sparewheel is mounted.Preparing the vehicleXPark the vehicle in a safe distance frommoving traffic on a

Flat tire339If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT,change clothing as soon as possible.In case of allergic reaction or rash, consulta physician imm

Flat tire340XStick TIREFIT container 1 upside downinto notch 2 of the electric air pump.8Filler hose9Tire valveXUnscrew the valve cap of the damaged t

Flat tire341XDrive vehicle back or forth very slowlyapproximately 30 ft (10 m).This serves to better distribute the TIREFITsealant material inside the

Flat tire342If the tire inflation pressure is at least 20 psi(1.3 bar), inflate or deflate the tire to thecorrect tire inflation pressure (see Tire an

Flat tire343For information on where to find therespective items, see “Where will Ifind ...?” (Y page 276) and (Y page 278).Lifting the vehicleGWarnin

Flat tire3441Wheel wrenchXOn wheel to be changed, loosen but do notyet remove the wheel bolts (approximatelyone full turn with wrench 1).The jack take

Flat tire345Removing the wheel1Alignment boltXUnscrew uppermost wheel bolt and removeit.XReplace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt1 supplied with th

Flat tire346! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flatagainst hub and hold it there whileinstalling first wheel bolt.XGuide the spare wheel onto the al

Battery347GWarning!In emergency mode, your vehicle’s drivingcharacteristics are diminished in suchsituations as:Rdriving around curvesRwhile brakingRw

Instrument cluster33Function Page1 L Left turn signalindicator lamp 982v ESP® warning lamp 3133 Speedometer 4 Multifunction display1245 l Distance wa

Battery348Battery acid is caustic. Donot allow it to come intocontact with skin, eyes orclothing.Wear suitable protectiveclothing, especiallygloves, a

Jump starting349electronic components could be severelydamaged.Have the battery checked regularly at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Refer to Mainte

Jump starting350! Jump starting should only be performedusing the jump-start terminals located inthe engine compartment.Avoid repeated and lengthy sta

Towing the vehicle351XConnect positive terminals 1 and 2 witha jumper cable. Clamp the cable to positiveterminal 1 of the charged battery first.XStart

Towing the vehicle352Installing towing eye boltDepending on whether you are towing avehicle or you are being towed, the towing eyebolt can be screwed

Towing the vehicle353Fixing towing eye boltExample illustration CLK 3501Towing eye boltXTake the towing eye bolt and the wheelwrench from the vehicle

Towing the vehicle354important to keep in mind that aconsiderably higher degree of effort isnecessary to brake and steer the vehicle.Adapt your drivin

Fuses355FusesIntroductionThe electrical fuses in your vehicle serve toswitch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the components ands

Fuses356XClosing: Hook cover 1 into the opening atthe front.XPress cover 1 back on until it engages.! The fuse box cover must be properlypositioned as

Fuses3574Fuse box cover5ClampsXWith a dry cloth, remove any moisture fromthe fuse box 1.XOpening: Release clamps 5.XRemove fuse box cover 4.XClosing:

Multifunction steering wheel34Multifunction steering wheelFunction Page1 Multifunction display1242 Selecting the submenu orsetting the volume:Press bu

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359Vehicle equipment ... 360Parts service ... 360Warranty coverage ...

Warranty coverage360Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the

Identification labels361Loss of Service and WarrantyInformation booklet Should you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an authoriz

Identification labels362iData shown on certification label are forillustration purposes only. These data arespecific to each vehicle and may vary from

Engine363EngineModelCLK 350 (209.356, 209.456)23CLK 550 (209.372, 209.472)23CLK 63 AMG (209.477)23,24Engine 272 273 156Mode of operation 4-stroke engi

Engine364ModelCLK 350 (209.356, 209.456)23CLK 550 (209.372, 209.472)23CLK 63 AMG (209.477)23,24Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-

Rims and tires365Rims and tiresNotes! Only use tires which have been tested andapproved by Mercedes-Benz. Tiresapproved by Mercedes-Benz are developed

Rims and tires366Same size tiresModel CLK 350 CLK 550CLK 63 AMG26Rims (lightalloy)7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2 8 J x 18 H2Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm)

Rims and tires367Mixed size tiresModel CLK 350 CLK 550Front axle Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.42 in (3

Center console35Center consoleUpper part CLK coupeFunction Page1 Seat heating, driver’s side90Seat ventilation, driver’sside 902 Parktronic systemdeac

Rims and tires368Model CLK 350 CLK 350 (Grand Edition)CLK 550CLK 63 AMG35Front axle AMG rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 18 H2 8 J x 18 H2Whee

Rims and tires369Spare wheel! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label lo

Electrical system370Electrical systemModel CLK 350 CLK 550CLK 63 AMG40Alternator 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 AStarter motor 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/1.7 kW

Main dimensions371Main dimensionsModel CLK 350 CLK 550CLK 63 AMG41Overall vehicle length 183.4 in (4 657 mm) 183.4 in (4 657 mm) 183.4 in (4 657 mm)Ov

Weights372WeightsModel All modelsRoof load43max. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)43CLK coupe only.Technical data

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.373Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respectivelubricants must match. Therefore o

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.374Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Rear axle CLK 350 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90CLK

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.375Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Washer system 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) MB Windshield WasherConcentrate47 (

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.376Viscosity grades for engine oilsUsing the chart below, select oil viscosityaccording to the lowest air temperaturee

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.377with premium unleaded gasoline as soonas possible.RAvoid full throttle driving and abruptacceleration.RDo not excee

Center console36Lower part CLK cabrioletFunction Page1 Ashtray211Cigarette lighter 2122 KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton 833 Cup holder2094 Storage compart

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.378CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water andanticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:RCorrosion protectionR

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.379Model Approximate freeze protection-35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†)Cooling system CLK 350 3.8 US qt (3.55 l) 4.1 US qt (3.9

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.380Washer system and headlampcleaning systemGWarning!Washer solvent/antifreeze is highlyflammable. Do not spill washer

Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center hastrained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.For

Order no. 6515 1338 13 Part no. 209 584 44 97 Edition A 2009É2095844497hËÍ2095844497

Overhead control panel37Overhead control panelCLK coupeFunction Page1 Rear interior lighting on/off(CLK coupe) 1002 Power tilt/sliding sunroofswitch(C

2Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18At a glance . . . . . . . . .

Door control panel38Door control panelFunction Page1 Inside door handle 762 Seat adjustment 853 Memory function forstoring seat, exteriormirrors, and

39Vehicle equipment ... 40Occupant safety ... 40Panic alarm ...

Occupant safety40Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the ti

Occupant safety41see “Children in thevehicle” (Y page 58).SRS indicator lampThe SRS system conducts a self-test whenthe ignition is switched on and in

Occupant safety42a properly seated position and to wear theirrespective seat belt.For maximum protection in the event of acollision always be in norma

Occupant safety43the side impact air bags bedeployed.(2) Always sit as upright as possible,properly use the seat belts, andfor children 12 years old a

Occupant safety44Safety guidelines for the seat belt,Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD)and air bagGWarning!RDamaged seat belts or seat belts thathave b

Occupant safety45potentially more serious injuriesresulting from air bag deployment.If you sell your vehicle, we stronglyrecommend that you inform the

Occupant safety46Side impact air bagsGObserve Safety notes, seepage 44.CLK coupe1Front side impact air bag2Rear side impact air bagWhen deployed, the

Occupant safety47Rif the system determines that air bagdeployment can offer additional protectionto that provided by the seat beltRdepending on whethe

31, 2, 3 ...911 Emergency calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170AABS (Antilock Brake System) . . . . . . . 65Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Occupant safety48Occupants must sit with the seat beltproperly fastened in a position that is asupright as possible with their back against theseat ba

Occupant safety49If the 56 indicator lamp is notilluminated, the front passenger front airbag is activated and will be deployedRin the event of certai

Occupant safety5056 indicator lamp while driving tomake sure the 56 indicator lampis illuminated. If the 56 indicatorlamp goes out or remains out, do

Occupant safety51In order to ensure proper operation of theair bag system and OCS:RSit with the seat belt properly fastened ina position that is as up

Occupant safety52likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or beejected from it. You can be seriously injuredor killed.In the same crash, the possibil

Occupant safety53increase the chance of head and neckinjuries. The seat belt would also applytoo much force to the ribs or abdomen,which could severel

Occupant safety54The seat belt presenter for driver and frontpassenger makes it easier to put on the seatbelt1Seat belt presenterSeat belt presenter 1

Occupant safety55panel. Such damage is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Damaged seat belts must be replaced.Contact an authorized Merc

Occupant safety56instructions. These are available at anyauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Automatic comfort-fit feature seat beltAn automatic comfort-f

Occupant safety571Steering wheel2Seat belt3SeatSteering wheelGObserve Safety notes, seepage 91.XPosition steering wheel 1 properly(Y page 91).Make sur

4Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . 112Automatic shift program . . . . . . . . 116Emergency operation (limp-homemode) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Occupant safety58Roll bars (cabriolet)GWarning!Make sure nothing is blocking the roll bars’path of motion. Otherwise someone couldbe injured when the

Occupant safety59GWarning!When leaving the vehicle, always removethe SmartKey from the starter switch.Always take the SmartKey with you andlock the ve

Occupant safety60Columbia, the U.S. territories and allCanadian provinces.Infants and small children should be seatedin an appropriate infant or child

Occupant safety61check installation. Periodically check the56 indicator lamp while driving tomake sure the 56 indicator lampis illuminated. If the 56

Occupant safety621Anchorage ring2HookXOpen the trunk and release the rear seatbackrest (Y page 205).XFold rear seat backrest slightly forward.1Anchora

Occupant safety63Non-LATCH-type child seats may also be usedand can be installed using the vehicle’s seatbelt system. Install child seat according to

Driving safety systems64Panic alarm1Â buttoniUSA only:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two cond

Driving safety systems65braking or steering efficiency beyond thatafforded by the condition of the vehiclebrakes and tires or the traction afforded.On

Driving safety systems66For more information, see “What to doif …?” (Y page 309).BASGObserve Safety notes, seepage 64.The Brake Assist System (BAS) op

Driving safety systems67system which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.! The ESP® will only function properly if youuse wheels of th

5Occupant Classification System(OCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Tether anc

Driving safety systems68iWhen the ESP® is switched off and one ormore drive wheels are spinning, the ESP®warning lamp v in the instrumentcluster flash

Anti-theft systems69! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for anextended period with the ESP® switchedoff. This may cause serious damage to thedrivetrain

Anti-theft systems70mobile phone, power supply and GPScoverage are available.1Indicator lampXArming: Lock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS

71Vehicle equipment ... 72Locking and unlocking ... 72Starter switch positions ... 82

Locking and unlocking72Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at

Locking and unlocking731 jLock button2 iUnlock button for trunk lid3 kUnlock button4Battery check lamp When you open a door, the side windows onthat

Locking and unlocking74KEYLESS-GOVehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO comewith two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, eachwith remote control and a removablemech

Locking and unlocking75RIf the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle(e.g. if a passenger exits the vehicle withthe SmartKey)-with the starter switch po

Locking and unlocking76XUnlocking driver’s door and fuel fillerflap: Pull the driver’s outside door handle.XGlobal unlocking: Pull the outside doorhan

Locking and unlocking77discharged. If you cannot shut a door, donot force it or you could damage the dooror side window. Fix whatever is affectingthe

6DifficultiesWhile driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110With starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108Digital clocksee Clock

Locking and unlocking78! The trunk lid swings open upwardsautomatically. Always make sure there issufficient overhead clearance.Opening the trunk from

Locking and unlocking79Closing the trunkGWarning!Make sure the trunk is closed when theengine is running and while driving. Amongother dangers, deadly

Locking and unlocking80sequence, the closing procedure is stoppedand the trunk reopens slightly.XPress switch = (Y page 78) until indicatorlamp ; goes

Locking and unlocking811KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switchXMake sure you have the SmartKey withKEYLESS-GO with you.XPress switch 1 briefly.With all doo

Starter switch positions82Valet lockingTo deny any unauthorized person access tothe trunk, e.g. when you valet park thevehicle, lock it separately wit

Starter switch positions83instrument cluster fails to come on when theignition is switched on, have it checked andreplaced if necessary. If a lamp in

Seats84iIf you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttonRonce more, the ignition (position 2) isswitched onRtwice more the power supply is againswitc

Seats85with access to an unlocked vehicle. Achild’s unsupervised access to a vehiclecould result in an accident and/or seriouspersonal injury.GWarning

Seats86XSeat fore and aft adjustment: Press theswitch forward or backward in direction ofarrow 4.XSeat backrest tilt: Press the switchforward or backw

Seats87Rear seat head restraintsCLK coupeGWarning!For safety reasons, always drive with therear head restraints in the upright positionwhen the rear s

7Emission control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264Information label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362System warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Seats88Placing rear seat head restraints uprightXPull the head restraint forward until it locksinto position.Rear seat head restraint tiltTwo differen

Seats89CLK cabrioletGWarning!For safety reasons, always drive with therear head restraints in the raised positionwhen the rear seats are occupied.Keep

Seats903Seat backrest center4Seat backrest side bolsterXSwitch on the ignition.XSeat cushion depth: Adjust the seatcushion depth to the length of your

Multifunction steering wheel91The seat heating switches from level 2 to level1 (low) after approximately 10 minutes.The seat heating automatically swi

Multifunction steering wheel92Easy-entry/exit featureThis feature allows the driver an easier entryinto and exit from the vehicle. When enteringand ex

Mirrors93MirrorsNotesAdjust the interior and exterior rear viewmirrors before driving so that you have a goodview of the road and traffic conditions.I

Memory function94iAt low ambient temperatures, the exteriorrear view mirrors will be heatedautomatically.Auto-dimming rear view mirrorsThe exterior re

Lighting95Recalling positions from memoryXTurn memory position switch 2 to thedesired memory position.XPress and hold memory position switch2 until th

Lighting96headlamps or the parking lamps beforeopening the driver’s door.In addition, the message Switch OffLights appears in the multifunctiondisplay

Lighting97Canada only: High-beam headlamps are onlyavailable with the exterior lamp switch inposition B.Daytime running lamp modeIn Canada, the daytim