Mercedes-benz 2013 CLA Class User Manual

CLAOwner's ManualNur für internen Gebrauch / For internal use only

Setting a speed ... 170Storing and maintaining currentspeed ... 169Cup holderCent

that the head restraint is engaged in posi-tion.Adjusting the head restraints electri-callyXTo adjust the head restraint height: slidethe switch for h

Switching the seat heating on/offSwitching on/offGWARNINGIf you repeatedly switch on seat heating, theseat cushion and backrest padding maybecome very

Problems with the seat heatingProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe seat heating hasswitched off prema-turely or cannot beswitched o

MirrorsRear-view mirrorXAnti-dazzle mode: pivot anti-dazzleswitch : forwards or back.Exterior mirrorsAdjusting the exterior mirrorsGWARNINGThe exterio

iMake sure that the exterior mirrors arealways folded out fully while driving. Theycould otherwise vibrate.iIf you are driving faster than 47 km/h, yo

XMake sure that the vehicle is stationary.XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignitionlock (Y page 145).XPress button ; for the exterior mirror onthe f

While the memory function is making adjust-ments, make sure that no one has any part oftheir body within the sweep of the seat. Ifsomeone becomes trap

Useful information ... 106Exterior lighting ... 106Interior lighting ...

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Rcombination switch (Y page 109)Ron-board computer (Y page 220)Light switchOperation1WLeft-hand parking lamps2XRight-hand parking lamps3TSide lamps, l

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSISTPLUS ... 67Distance warning function ... 65Electronic Brake-force

XTo switch on the dipped-beam head-lamps: turn the key in the ignition lock toposition 2 or start the engine.XTurn the light switch to L.The green L i

Headlamp range controlgDriver's seat and front-passenger seatoccupied1Driver's seat, front-passenger seat andrear seats occupied2Driver&apos

Hazard warning lampsThe hazard warning lamps switch on auto-matically if:Ran airbag is deployed orRthe vehicle decelerates rapidly from aspeed of more

Cornering light functionThe cornering light function improves the illu-mination of the road over a wide angle in thedirection you are turning, enablin

In very rare cases, Adaptive Highbeam Assistrecognises road users too late or not at all. Inthis, or in similar situations, the automaticmain-beam hea

If you are driving at speeds below45 km/h or other road users are detectedor the roads are adequately lit:The main-beam headlamps are switched offauto

Interior lighting controlImportant notesIn order to prevent the vehicle's battery fromdischarging, the interior lighting functions areautomatical

The bulb may explode if:Ryou touch itRit is hotRyou drop itRyou scratch itOnly operate bulbs in enclosed lampsdesigned for that purpose. Only fit spar

?Turn signal lamp: PY 21 WAReversing lamp: W 16 WReplacing the front bulbsFitting/removing the cover on the frontwheel archYou must remove the cover f

Turn signal lamp (halogen headlamps)XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the bonnet.XTurn bulb holder : anti-clockwise and pullit out.XTake the bulb out of bu

Engine number ... 336Jump-starting ... 306Running irregularly ... 150S

XTo open: loosen side trim panel : at thetop and fold it down in the direction of thearrow.XTo close: insert side panel :.Tail lampsXSwitch off the l

Combination switch1$ Windscreen wipers off2Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensorset to low sensitivity)3Å Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensorset to h

XPress both release clips ;.XFold wiper blade : in the direction ofarrow = away from wiper arm ?.XRemove wiper blade : in the direction ofarrow A.Fitt

Problems with the windscreen wipersProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe windscreen wipersare jammed.Leaves or snow, for example, ma

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Useful information ... 124Overview of climate control sys-tems ... 124Operati

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Control panel for THERMATIC automatic climate control:To set the temperature (Y page 130);To demist the windscreen (Y page 132)=To set the air distrib

ROnly use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g.if there are unpleasant outside odours orwhen in a tunnel. The windows could oth-erwise mist up as no fr

Control panel for THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control (2-zone):To set the temperature, left (Y page 130);To set climate control to automatic mode (

Important safety notes ... 337Low outside temperatures ... 339Problem (malfunction) ... 161Quality (diesel) .

erwise mist up as no fresh air is drawn intothe vehicle in air-recirculation mode.RUse the ZONE function to adopt the tem-perature settings on the dri

dehumidified according to the temperatureselected.Condensation may drip from the underside ofthe vehicle when cooling mode is active. Thisis normal an

Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" functionProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe indicator lamp inthe ¿

Setting the air distributionTHERMATIC automatic climate controlAir distribution settings¯Directs the airflow through the demis-ter ventsPDirects the a

The temperature setting for the driver'sside is adopted for the front-passengerside.Demisting the windscreenYou can use this function to defrost

Rear window heatingSwitching on/offThe rear window heating has a high currentdraw. You should therefore switch it off assoon as the window is clear. I

Problems with the rear window heatingProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe rear window heat-ing has switched offprematurely or canno

in the door. The side window stops. To con-tinue closing the side window, pull on theW switch.XConvenience closing feature: press andhold the e button

Auxiliary heatingImportant safety notesGDANGERIf the exhaust pipe is blocked or sufficientventilation is not possible, toxic exhaustfumes can enter th

Switching the auxiliary heating/venti-lation on/off using the centre consolebuttonSwitching on the auxiliary heating/venti-lationThe colours of the in

Overview ... 113Reading lamp ... 113Setting the ambient lightingbrightness (on-boar

The following messages may appear in thedisplay:Display MeaningThe auxiliary heating/ventilation is switchedoff.The auxiliary ventilationis switched o

HEnvironmental noteBatteries contain pollutants.It is illegal to dispose of themwith the household rubbish.They must be collected sep-arately and disp

Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilationDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions$FAILThe signal transmission between the t

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe auxiliary heating cannot be switched on or has switched itselfoff.There is too little

Adjusting the side air vents:Side window demister vent;Side air ventXTo open a side air vent: turn the adjusterin side air vent ; anti-clockwise.XTo c

Useful information ... 144Running-in notes ... 144Driving ...

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GWARNINGIf the parking brake has not been fullyreleased when driving, the parking brake can:Roverheat and cause a fireRlose its hold function.There is

iWhen the transmission is in position N,you can also start the engine with the brakepedal depressed.Starting procedureXTo start a petrol engine: turn

Pulling away with a trailerTo ensure that you do not roll backwardswhen pulling away on an uphill slope, engagethe electric parking brake.XPress and h

Locking (doors)Automatic ... 83Emergency locking ... 84From inside (central locking but-t

General notes:ECO start/stop displayIf the ¤ symbol is shown in green in themultifunction display, the ECO start/stopfunction switches the engine off

applying the brakes during the automaticstop phase. When you depress the accel-erator pedal, the engine starts automati-cally and the braking effect o

Problems with the engineProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe engine does notstart.The HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated.

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsVehicles with a petrolengine:The engine is not run-ning smoothly and ismisfiring.There is a malfun

Shifting to neutral (N)XDepress the clutch pedal fully.XMove the gear lever to position N :.Engaging reverse gear! Only shift into reverse gear R when

jPark position with parking lockkReverse geariNeutralhDriveiThe DIRECT SELECT lever always returnsto its original position. The current trans-mission

Engaging reverse gear R! Only shift the automatic transmission toR when the vehicle is stationary.iThe ECO start/stop function is not avail-able when

This interrupts the power transmission. Thevehicle may, for example, roll backwards ongradients. There is a risk of an accident.Never hold the vehicle

Steering wheel gearshift paddles:Left steering wheel gearshift paddle(shifts down);Right steering wheel gearshift paddle(shifts up)In drive program M,

Activating the manual drive programActivating permanentlyXPress the program selector button(Y page 155) repeatedly until M appears inthe multifunction

Message memory ... 226Navigation menu ... 213Operating video DVD ... 215Operation ..

Deactivating the temporary manual drive programXPull and hold the right steering wheel gear-shift paddle until the automatic transmis-sion shifts into

Problems with the transmissionProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe transmission hasproblems shifting gear.The transmission is losin

on the ignition if you accidentally refuelwith the wrong fuel. Otherwise, the fuel willenter the fuel system. Even small amountsof the wrong fuel coul

Problems with the fuel and fuel tankProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsFuel is leaking from thevehicle.The fuel line or the fuel tank

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe fuel filler flap can-not be opened.The fuel filler flap is not unlocked.orThe key battery is d

cle from rolling away by applying the parkingbrake.Vehicles with manual transmissionXShift to either first gear or reverse gear R.XTurn the key to pos

Applying automaticallyThe electric parking brake is applied auto-matically:Rif DISTRONIC PLUS brings the vehicle to astandstill (vehicles with automat

Driving tipsGeneral notesGWARNINGIf you switch off the ignition while driving,safety-relevant functions are only availablewith limitations, or not at

dynamic changes in the bars at the start ofa journey. During a prolonged driving time,these changes are smaller. For moredynamic changes, perform a ma

Limited braking performance on salt-treated roadsIf you drive on salted roads, a layer of saltresidue may form on the brake discs andbrake pads. This

RRadar sensor systemActivating/deactivating ... 223Display message ... 243RadioSelecting a station ...

Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualifiedspecialist workshop at the onset of winter.Observe the notes in the "Winter operation"section

Cruise control leverYou can operate cruise control and variableSPEEDTRONIC with the cruise control lever.The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise controll

Storing the current speed and calling upthe last stored speedGWARNINGIf you call up a stored speed and this is dif-ferent from the current speed, the

SPEEDTRONICImportant safety notesSPEEDTRONIC brakes automatically so thatyou do not exceed the set speed. On long andsteep downhill gradients, especia

Storing the current speedYou can use the cruise control lever to limitthe speed to any speed above 30 km/h whilethe engine is running.XBriefly press t

Rdrive slower than the stored speed withoutkickdownRset a new speed orRcall up the last speed stored againThe SPEEDTRONIC passive message in themultif

Apply the brakes yourself in these situationsand try to take evasive action.! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD functionis activated, the vehicle brakes a

Selecting DISTRONIC PLUSXCheck whether LIM indicator lamp = is off.If it is off, DISTRONIC PLUS is already selec-ted.XIf it is not, press the cruise c

XBriefly pull the cruise control lever(Y page 174) towards you ?.XRemove your foot from the acceleratorpedal.DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. The firsttim

There is a risk of an accident.If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn offDISTRONIC PLUS and secure the vehicleagainst rolling away.For further i

Fastening ... 48Important safety guidelines ... 46Rear seat belt status indicator ... 49Releasin

Setting the specified minimum distanceYou can set the specified minimum distancefor DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time spanbetween one and two seconds

Rthe vehicle is skiddingRyou activate Active Parking AssistIf DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated, you willhear a warning tone. You will see the DIS‐TRONIC

You will initially see the stored speed forabout five seconds when you activate DIS-TRONIC PLUS.Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUSGeneral notesThe f

detected vehicle turns a corner and revealsan obstacle or stationary vehicle, DISTRONICPLUS will not brake for these.Crossing vehiclesDISTRONIC PLUS m

Activating the HOLD functionXMake sure that the activation conditionsare met.XDepress the brake pedal.XQuickly depress the brake pedal furtheruntil :

PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a substi-tute for your attention to the immediate sur-roundings. The responsibility for safemanoeuvring and parki

Rear sensorsCentre Approx. 120 cmCorners Approx. 80 cmMinimum distanceCentre Approx. 20 cmCorners Approx. 20 cmIf there is an obstacle within this ran

Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC:Indicator lamp;To deactivate/activate PARKTRONICIf indicator lamp : lights up, PARKTRONIC isdeactivated.iPARKTRONIC

Problems with PARKTRONICProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsOnly the red segmentsin the PARKTRONICwarning displays are lit.You also he

Parking tips:Ron narrow roads, drive as closely as possi-ble past the parking space.Rparking spaces that are littered or over-grown might be identifie

Steering (display message) ... 253Steering wheelAdjusting (manually) ... 100Button overview ...

Active Parking Assist is switched on automat-ically when driving forwards. The system isoperational at speeds of up to approximately35 km/h. While in

Vehicles with manual transmission: thePark Assist active Engage forward gear Observe surroundings messageappears in the multifunction display.Vehicles

XVehicles with manual transmission:engage first or reverse gear.Vehicles with automatic transmission:shift the transmission to position D or R.The Sta

A warning tone sounds. The parking symboldisappears and the multifunction displayshows the Park Assist cancelled mes-sage.When Active Parking Assist i

COMAND Online; see the separate audiosystem/COMAND Online operatinginstructions.XEngage reverse gear.Guide lines are used to show the areabehind the v

Guide lines?BumperARed guide line at a distance of approx-imately 0.25 m from the rear of the vehicleBYellow guide line at a distance of approx-imatel

Turning the steering wheel:Red lane indicating the route the vehiclewill take with the steering wheel in its cur-rent position;Parking space markingXW

:Vehicle centre point on the yellow guideline at a distance of approximately 1.0 mfrom the rear of the vehicle;Trailer drawbar=Ball couplingXSet the h

Rif you have adopted a sporty driving stylewith high cornering speeds or high rates ofaccelerationRif you are predominantly driving slowerthan 80 km/h

Rthe traffic signs are poorly illuminatedRthere are ambiguous traffic signs, forinstance near roadworks or on multi-laneroadsInformation in the multif

SymbolsIn this manual, you will find the following sym-bols:GWARNINGWarning notices draw your attention to haz-ards that may endanger your health or l

Trailer towing7-pin connector ... 206Blind Spot Assist ... 199Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ...

Important safety notesGWARNINGBlind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles:Rovertaken too closely on the side, placingthem in the blind spot areaRwhen

Indicator and warning displayBlind Spot Assist is not active at speeds belowapproximately 30 km/h. Vehicles in the mon-itoring range are then not indi

:Lane Keeping Assist cameraIf you select km on the on-board computer inthe Display unit Speed-/odometer:function (Y page 220), Lane Keeping Assistis a

When Standard is selected, no warning vibra-tion occurs if:Ryou have switched on the turn signals. Inthis event, the warnings are suppressed fora cert

To avoid hazardous situations:Rmake sure to check the noseweight beforeeach journey.Ruse a drawbar noseweight as close as pos-sible to the maximum nos

(Y page 197) availability is limited or not avail-able at all.iThe height of the ball coupling changeswith the load of the vehicle. If necessary,use a

Before you can tow a trailer with your vehicle,you must fold out the ball coupling.The release wheel is located behind the left-hand side trim panel i

the vehicle and the trailer drawbar. This posesa risk of injury.Do not uncouple a trailer with an engagedoverrun brake.! Do not disconnect a trailer w

XPress the ball coupling in the direction ofthe arrow until it engages behind thebumper.Indicator lamp ? goes out and the mes-sage in the multifunctio

Useful information ... 208Important safety notes ... 208Displays and operation ... 208Menus

Securing from rolling away ... 326Towing away ... 308Tow-starting ... 308Trans

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At high outside temperatures and when driv-ing uphill, the coolant temperature may riseto the end of the scale.Rev counter! Do not drive in the overre

Left control panel=;RCalls up the menu and menu bar9:Press briefly:RScrolls through listsRSelects a submenu or functionRIn the Audio menu: selects ast

?Menu barAPermanent display: outside temperatureor speed (Y page 220)BTimeXTo show the menu bar ?: press the= or ; button on the steering wheel.Menu b

The values in the From start submenu arecalculated from the start of a journey, whilstthe values in the From reset submenu arecalculated from the last

XPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select the Trip menu.XPress the 9 or : button to select thefunction that you wish to reset.XPress t

Change of direction announced with alane recommendation:Road to which the change of directionleads;Distance to change of direction and visualdistance

Audio player or audio media operationExample: CD changer display:Current CD in the CD changer;Current trackAudio data from various audio devices ormed

XSwitch on your mobile phone and audiosystem or COMAND Online, see the sepa-rate operating instructions.XPlace a mobile phone in the mobile phonebrack

RediallingThe on-board computer saves the last namesor numbers dialled in the redial memory.XPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select

ZZONE functionSwitching on/off ... 13120Index

Activating/deactivating the Speed LimitAssist message functionXPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select the Assist menu.XPress the 9 o

XPress the a button.The current selection is displayed.XTo activate/deactivate: press the abutton again.When ATTENTION ASSIST (Y page 195) isdeactivat

Instrument clusterSelecting the unit of measurement for dis-tanceYou can determine whether the multifunctiondisplay shows some messages in miles or ki

XPress the : or 9 button to select theDaytime driving lights function.If the Daytime driving lights functionhas been switched on, the cone of light an

This function is only available on vehicles withthe Intelligent Light System.For further information about Adaptive High-beam Assist, see (Y page 111)

XPress the : or 9 button to select theLighting delayed sw. off: function.When the Light. delay function is acti-vated, the vehicle interior is display

XPress a to confirm.You will see the selected setting.XPress a to confirm.XPress the : or 9 button to select A,B or Change C.XPress a to confirm.You c

ConvenienceSwitching belt adjustment on/offXPress the = or ; button on the steer-ing wheel to select the Settings menu.XPress the : or 9 button to sel

Display messagesGeneral notesDisplay messages appear in the multifunction display.Display messages with graphic symbols are simplified in the Owner&ap

Safety systemsDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!÷currently unavail‐able See Owner's ManualABS (Anti-lock Braking Syst

Protection of the environmentGeneral notesHEnvironmental noteDaimler's declared policy is one of compre-hensive environmental protection.Our obje

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe brake system continues to function normally, but without thefunctions listed above. T

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions÷inoperative See Owner's ManualESP®, BAS, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function, hill start a

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!Release parking brakeThe red ! indicator lamp flashes and a warning tone sounds.A condit

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe red ! indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warninglamp is lit.The electric parking

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!Parking brake inop‐erativeThe yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red ! indicatorlamp f

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsJCheck brake fluid levelThere is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.In

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCollision Preven‐tion Assist Plus inoperativeCOLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is malfunct

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsýIf the symbol appears in the multifunction display, a seat belttongue has not been inser

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions6Rear left-hand side malfunction Consult workshop or Rear right-hand side malfunction Con

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbTrailer Left-hand tail lamporTrailer Right-hand tail lampThe left or right-hand trailer

Do not install accessories such as audiosystems in these areas. Do not carry outrepairs or welding. You could impair theoperating efficiency of the re

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbLeft brake lamp or Right brake lampThe left or right-hand brake lamp is faulty.XCheck wh

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbReversing lightThe reversing lamp is faulty.XCheck whether you are permitted to replace

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsAdaptive Main-beam Assist inoperativeAdaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty.XVisit a qualifie

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions?Coolant Stop car, turn engine offThe coolant is too hot.A warning tone also sounds.GWARN

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions4Check eng. oil lev. when next refuellingThe engine oil level has dropped to the minimum

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsSpeed Limit Assistcurrently unavail‐able See Owner's ManualSpeed Limit Assist is dea

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsLane Keeping Assist currently unavailable See Owner's ManualLane Keeping Assist is d

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsBlind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes:Rthe sensors are dirty.Rthe

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsPark Assist inoper‐ativeYou have just carried out a large number of turning or parkingman

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsDISTRONIC PLUS inoperativeDISTRONIC PLUS is faulty. Adaptive Brake Assist may also havefa

GWARNINGIf you switch off the ignition while driving,safety-relevant functions are only availablewith limitations, or not at all. This could affect,fo

TyresDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsTyre pressureCheck tyresThe tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a signifi

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCheck tyresThe tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly.The wheel pos

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsTyre pressure mon‐itor currently unavailableDue to a source of radio interference, no sig

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsTo shift out of P or Ndepress brake and start engineYou have attempted to shift the trans

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsTransmission mal‐functionThe automatic transmission is malfunctioning.XVisit a qualified

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsjCheck trailer hitch lockThe trailer tow hitch is not correctly engaged.A warning tone al

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions&inoperative See Owner's ManualThe auxiliary heating has a temporary malfunction

Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterSeat beltsProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsüOnly for certain coun-tries: the r

Safety systemsProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsJThe red brake systemwarning lamp is lit whilethe engine is running. Awarning tone a

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!The yellow ABS warninglamp is lit while theengine is running.ABS is temporarily unavailable. Ther

Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos-tics connection in the vehicle.GWARNINGObjects in the driver's footwell can restrict thepedal travel or

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!The yellow ABS warninglamp is lit while theengine is running. Awarning tone alsosounds.EBD is fau

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions÷The yellow ESP® warn-ing lamp flashes whilethe vehicle is in motion.ESP® or traction control has

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions÷åThe yellow ESP® andESP® OFF warninglamps are lit while theengine is running.ESP®, BAS, PRE-SAFE®

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!The red indicator lampfor the electric parkingbrake flashes or is litand/or the yellowwarning lam

EngineProblem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions;The yellow engine diag-nostics warning lamplights up while theengine is running.There may b

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions?The red coolant warn-ing lamp comes onwhile the engine is run-ning.The coolant level is too low.I

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsXLeave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle untilthe engine has cooled down.XChec

TyresProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionshThe yellow tyre pres-sure monitor warninglamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit.The tyre pr

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Useful information ... 268Loading guidelines ... 268Stowage areas ...

Data stored in the vehicleA wide range of electronic components inyour vehicle contain data memories.These data memories temporarily or perma-nently s

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RClose lockable stowage compartmentswhile driving.RStow and secure objects that are heavy,hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or toolarge in the boot.O

Stowage compartment/telephone com-partment under the armrestXTo open: on vehicles with moveable armr-ests, make sure that the armrest is in therearmos

Luggage netsLuggage nets are located:Rin the front-passenger footwellRon the back of the driver's and front-passenger seatRon the left and right-

XFully insert the backrest head restraints(Y page 98).XMove the driver's or front-passenger seatforward if necessary.XPull left-hand or right-han

:Lashing eyeletsStowage well under the boot floorUnder the boot floor you can find a bracketfor TIREFIT and the vehicle tool kit, etc.XTo open: pull h

An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roofload may become detached from the vehicle.You must therefore ensure that you observethe roof carrier manufa

The cup holder and the rubber mat under-neath can be removed for cleaning. Cleanthem with clean, lukewarm water only.XTo remove: Lift the cup holder u

XFold down sun visor :.XPull sun visor : out of bracket ;.XSwing sun visor : to the side.XVehicles with mirror lights: slide sunvisor : horizontally a

Example: vehicles with a stowage compartmentcoverXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignitionlock (Y page 145).XTo open: push the lower section ofcover

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XPull cover : out by its top edge.XLift up the cover of socket ;.Socket in the bootXLift up the cover of socket :.Mobile phoneImportant safety notesGW

Using a mobile phoneIf the mobile phone is inserted in the mobilephone bracket, you can speak to the personyou are calling using the hands-free system

securely and as specified in order to ensuresufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not useloose floormats.XSlide the seat backwards.XTo fit: lay the

Useful information ... 282Engine compartment ... 282Service ...

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Raising the active bonnet increases the clear-ance to hard components, such as the engine.If the active bonnet has been triggered, it israised at the

XPull support strut ? out of bracket A.XLift up support strut ? and insert it intoyellow retaining clip =.Closing the bonnetXRaise the bonnet slightly

XSlowly slide oil dipstick : into the guidetube to the stop, and take it out again.If the level is between MIN mark = andMAX mark ;, the oil level is

Checking the coolant level when the cool-ant temperature is over 40 † can lead todamage to the engine or engine coolingsystem.ExampleXPark the vehicle

Information on the type of service and serviceintervals (see separate Service Booklet).You can obtain further information from anyMercedes-Benz Servic

Cockpit ... 28Instrument cluster ... 30Multifunction steering wheel ...

be checked more frequently if the vehicle isoperated under increased loads. Furtherinformation can be obtained at a qualifiedspecialist workshop, e.g.

After using an automatic car wash, wipe offwax from the windscreen and the wiperblades. This will prevent smears and reducewiping noises caused by res

XRemove impurities immediately, wherepossible, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard.XSoak insect remains with insect removerand rinse off the treated area

Cleaning the wiper bladesGWARNINGIf the windscreen wipers are set in motionwhen cleaning the windscreen or wiperblades, you could become trapped. Ther

XMake sure that the vehicle is stationary andthat the key is in position 2 in the ignitionlock.XTo open the cover of the reversing cam-era: with the a

when cleaning. This could lead to irrepara-ble damage to the display.XBefore cleaning the display, make sure thatit is switched off and has cooled dow

Benz. You can obtain these from a quali-fied specialist workshop.Seat covers of other materials! Observe the following when cleaning:RClean artificial

Useful information ... 296Where will I find...? ... 296Flat tyre ...

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Fire extinguisherThe fire extinguisher is located underneaththe front of the driver's seat.XPull tab : upwards.XRemove fire extinguisher ;.iHave

Welcome to the world of Mercedes-BenzBefore you first drive off, read this Owner'sManual carefully and familiarise yourself withyour vehicle. For

CockpitFunction Page:Steering wheel gearshiftpaddles 156;Combination switch 109=Instrument cluster 30?HornADIRECT SELECT lever 152BPARKTRONIC warning

Flat tyrePreparing the vehicleYour vehicle may be equipped with:RMOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat char-acteristics) (Y page 298)Vehicle preparati

You must not exceed a maximum speed of80 km/h.i When replacing one or all tyres, makesure that you use only:Rthe tyre size specified for the vehicle a

You can use TIREFIT at outside temperaturesdown to Ò20 †.TIREFIT sticker, 2-partXDo not remove any foreign objects whichhave penetrated the tyre, e.g.

If a pressure of 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi) hasnot been achieved after ten minutes, see(Y page 301).iIf the tyre sealant leaks out, allow it to dry.It c

XCorrect the tyre pressure if it is still at least130 kPa (1.3 bar/19 psi) (see the fuel fillerflap for values).XTo increase the tyre pressure: switch

The highly flammable gas mixture is createdwhile the battery is charging and when jump-starting.Always make sure that neither you nor thebattery is el

Comply with safety precautions and take pro-tective measures when handling batteries.WARNINGFire, naked flames and smokingare prohibited when handling

can escape from the battery. There is a risk ofan explosion.Allow the frozen battery to thaw out beforecharging it or jump-starting.! Only use battery

Jump-startingFor the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of apositive terminal and an earth point, in the

Do not use a rapid charging device to start the vehicle. If your vehicle's battery is discharged,the engine can be jump-started from another vehi

Function Page:Overhead control panel 36;PARKTRONIC warning dis-play 182=Combination switch 109?Instrument cluster 30AHornBDIRECT SELECT lever 152CStee

Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump-starting device.XPress together cover : of positive clamp

! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD functionis activated, the vehicle brakes automati-cally in certain situations. To prevent dam-age to the vehicle, deac

Fitting/removing the towing eyeFitting the towing eyeXRemove the towing eye from the stowagespace.The towing eye is located with the vehicletool kit u

the combination switch, the hazard warn-ing lamps start flashing again.Vehicles with automatic transmission: theautomatic transmission automatically s

XDepress the clutch pedal fully and shift toneutral.XRelease the brake pedal.XTow-start the vehicle.XDepress the clutch pedal fully and engagesecond g

XOpen the bonnet.XRemove any existing moisture from thefuse box using a dry cloth.XTo open: open clamps ;.XFold cover : up in the direction of thearro

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wheels and tyres for damage. Hidden tyredamage could also be causing the unusualhandling characteristics. If you find nosigns of damage, have the whee

Instrument clusterDisplays and controlsiInstrument cluster: kilometresFunction Page:Speedometer with seg-ments 209;Multifunction display 210=Rev count

run-flat characteristics)" section(Y page 298).ROnly fit tyres of the correct size onto thewheels.RRun in new tyres at moderate speeds forthe fir

Under these circumstances, you should alsorestrict the maximum speed of the vehicleusing permanent SPEEDTRONIC so that itdoes not exceed the maximum p

GWARNINGIf you fit unsuitable accessories onto tyrevalves, the tyre valves may be overloaded andmalfunction, which can cause tyre pressureloss. Due to

iThe tyre pressure values given for lowloads are minimum values which offer yougood ride comfort characteristics.However, you can also use the values

If you wish to confirm the restart:XPress the a button.The Tyre press. now OK? messageappears in the multifunction display.XPress the 9 or : button to

pressure warning lamp to inform you of themalfunction by flashing for approximately oneminute and then remaining lit. When the faulthas been rectified

Restarting the tyre pressure monitorWhen you restart the tyre pressure monitor,all existing warning messages are deleted andthe warning lamps go out.

Interchanging the front and rear wheels ofdiffering dimensions can render the generaloperating permit invalid.Always pay attention to the instructions

Securing the vehicle against rollingawayIf your vehicle is equipped with a wheel chock,it can be found in the tyre-change tool kit(Y page 297).The fol

Rthe jack must be placed on a firm, flat andnon-slip surface. On a loose surface, alarge, load-bearing underlay must be used.On a slippery surface, a

iInstrument cluster: milesFunction Page:Speedometer with seg-ments 209;Multifunction display 210=Rev counter209Function Page?Coolant temperature 208AF

XMake sure that the base of the jack is posi-tioned vertically under the jacking point.XTurn ratchet ring spanner ? until jack =sits completely on jac

XPlace the ratchet ring spanner onto thehexagon nut of the jack so that the lettersAB are visible.XTurn the ratchet ring spanner until the vehi-cle is

Overview of abbreviations used in the follow-ing tyre tables:RBA: both axlesRFA: front axleRRA: rear axleYou will find a table with recommended tyrepr

TyresSummer tyres Light-alloy wheels V1 V2BA205/55 R16 91 V96.5 J x 16 H2 ET 49#—BA205/55 R16 91 V MOExtended9, 106.5 J x 16 H2 ET 49#—BA225/45 R17 91

When using an emergency spare wheel orspare wheel of a different size, you must notexceed the maximum speed of 80 km/h.Snow chains must not be fitted

Useful information ... 334Information on technical data ... 334Vehicle electronics ... 334Ident

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sion surrounding the possible health riskposed by electromagnetic fields.Observe the notes on operating mobilephones (Y page 278).The following aerial

Identification platesVehicle identification plate with vehi-cle identification number (VIN)XOpen the front right-hand door.You will see vehicle identi

HEnvironmental noteDispose of service products in an environ-mentally-responsible manner.Service products include the following:RFuels (e.g. petrol, d

Warning and indicator lampsFunction Page:L Dipped-beam head-lamps107;T Side lamps108=K Main-beam head-lamps109?÷ ESP®258A! Electric parking brake(red)

! Only refuel using premium-grade unlea-ded petrol with at least 95 ROZ/85 MOZ,that conforms to European standardEN 228 or E DIN 51626–1 or an equival

Diesel (EN 590)Fuel gradeGWARNINGIf you mix diesel fuel with petrol, the flashpoint of this fuel mixture is lower than that ofpure diesel fuel. When t

Rin mountainous terrainRwhen towing a traileriOnly for certain countries: you can findthe current consumption and emission val-ues of your vehicle in

Model ReplacementamountCLA 180CLA 2005.8 lCLA 2505.6 lCLA 220 CDI7.0 lAdditives! Do not use any additives with the engineoil. This could damage the en

for Service Products, MB Specifications forService Products 310.1, e.g. on the Inter-net at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.Or contact a qualified speci

At temperatures below freezing:XFill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixtureof water and washer fluid, e.g. MB Winter-Fit.Adapt the mixing ratio to

Vehicle heightCLA 180CLA 200CLA 220 CDI1432 mmCLA 2501436 mmTrailer tow hitchMounting dimensions! If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,changes

Trailer loadsVehicles with manual transmissionMissing values were not available at the time of going to print. Permissible trailer load, braked13Perm

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Multifunction steering wheelFunction Page:Multifunction display 210;Audio/COMAND display;see the separate operatinginstructions=?Switches on LINGUA-TR

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Order no. 65155212 02 Part no. 1175840100Z102 Edition NA 2013-03cÉ1175840100Z102AËÍ1175840100Z102Nur für internen Gebrauch / For internal use only

Centre consoleCentre console, upper sectionFunction Page:Audio system/COMANDOnline; see the separateoperating instructions;c Seat heating99=c PARKTRON

Centre console, lower sectioniVehicles with DIRECT SELECT leverFunction Page:Ashtray 276Cigarette lighter 276Power socket 277Stowage compartment 268;S

Overhead control panelFunction Page:u Switches the rearinterior lighting on/off114;p Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off113=| Switches the fro

Door control panelFunction Page:Opens the door 82;%& Unlocks/locksthe vehicle82=r45= Savesthe seat and exterior mirrorsettings103?Adjusts the seat

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Airbag deployment only provides increasedprotection if the seat belt is worn correctly.The seat belt helps, firstly, to keep the vehicleoccupant in th

The rate of vehicle deceleration or accelera-tion and the direction of the force are essen-tially determined by:Rthe distribution of forces during the

OFF indicator lamp must be continuouslylit.If the front-passenger seat of your vehicledoes not have automatic child seat recog-nition, or your rearwar

Front airbags! Do not place heavy objects on the front-passenger seat. This could cause the sys-tem to identify the seat as being occupied.In the even

nition may also be impaired. There is anincreased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.Use only seat covers which have been specif-ically approved for

Windowbags are deployed:Rat the start of an accident with a high rateof lateral vehicle deceleration or accelera-tion, e.g. in a side impactRon the si

— on no account across your neck or underyour arm — and pulled tight against yourupper body. The lap belt must always passacross your lap as low down

Index ... 4Introduction ... 21At a glance ...

Fastening seat beltsXAdjust the seat and move the backrest toan almost vertical position (Y page 94).XPull the seat belt smoothly through beltsash gui

Releasing the seat belts! Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolledup. Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tonguewill be trapped in the door or in the

Belt tensioners, belt force limitersGWARNINGPyrotechnic seat belt tensioners that havebeen deployed are no longer operational andare unable to perform

in special child restraint systems on a suit-able vehicle seat. This is necessarybecause the seat belts are not designed forchildren.RDo not transport

Additionally, children could set the vehicle inmotion if, for example, they:Rrelease the parking brake.Rshift the automatic transmission out ofparking

ponders for automatic child seat recogni-tion is fitted to the front-passenger seatRon vehicles with automatic child seat rec-ognition on the front-pa

GWARNINGElectronic devices on the front-passengerseat can affect the function of the automaticchild seat recognition, for example:RlaptopRmobile phone

When fitting a child restraint system, be sureto observe the manufacturer's installationinstructions and the instructions for correctuse of the c

helps reduce the risk of injury even further. Ifthe child restraint system is fitted with TopTether, this should always be used.The Top Tether anchora

Suitable positioning of the child restraint systemsOnly child restraint systems which are approved in accordance with the ECE standard ECER44 are perm

1, 2, 3 ...12 V socketsee Socket AABS (Anti-lock Braking System)Display message ...

Seat positionsWeight catego-riesFront-passenger seatRear seat1Front-passenger front airbag is not disabledFront-passenger front airbag is disabledLeft

system manufacturer's vehicle model list. For more information, contact the child restraintsystem manufacturer or visit their website.Suitability

front to the shoulder belt guide on the child restraint system. Set the belt height adjustmentso that the belt strap is routed towards the front along

Weight catego-riesSize cate-goryManufac-turerType Approval number(E1 ...) Order number5Auto-matic child seat recogni-tionCategory 0+:up to 13 kgE Brit

Problems with automatic child seat recognitionProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe 45 indica-tor lamp on the centreconsole is lit.A

GWARNINGIf children are travelling in the vehicle, theycould:Ropen doors, thus endangering other peopleor road usersRexit the vehicle and be caught by

Important safety notesIf you fail to adapt your driving style or if youare inattentive, the driving safety systems canneither reduce the risk of accid

Important safety notesiObserve the "Important safety notes" sec-tion (Y page 64).GWARNINGIf BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distancein an

XBrake immediately in order to increase thedistance from the vehicle in front.orXTake evasive action provided it is safe to doso.For the distance warn

the braking force to a level suitable for thetraffic conditions.XKeep the brake pedal depressed until theemergency braking situation is over.ABS preve

Audio menu (on-board computer) ... 214Authorised workshopsee Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lightsDisplay message ...

Rstrong radar reflections, for example, inmulti-storey car parksRa narrow vehicle travelling in front, e.g. amotorcycleRa vehicle travelling in front

Observe the information on warning lamps(Y page 258) and display messages whichmay be shown in the instrument cluster(Y page 227).iOnly use wheels wit

ESP® trailer stabilisationGeneral notesIf your vehicle/trailer combination begins toswerve, ESP® assists you in this situation.ESP® slows the vehicle

Anti-theft systemsImmobiliserThe immobiliser prevents your vehicle frombeing started without the correct key.XTo activate: remove the key from the ign

DeactivatingXRemove the key from the ignition lock.XPress button :.Indicator lamp ; lights up briefly.XLock the vehicle with the key.Tow-away protecti

The interior motion sensor remains deactiva-ted until:Rthe vehicle is unlocked againRa door is opened and closed againRthe vehicle is locked againTo p

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opened from the inside. Switch off the alarm(Y page 71).Key functions:& To lock the vehicle;F To open the boot lid=% To unlock the vehicleXTo unlo

BootEmergency release ... 86Important safety notes ... 84Opening/closing (manually fromoutside) ...

If you unlock the vehicle using the emergencykey element, the fuel filler flap will not beunlocked automatically.XTo unlock the fuel filler flap: inse

Replacing the batteryYou require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery.XTake the emergency key element out of thekey (Y page 77).XPress emergency key element ; i

Problems with the keyProblem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsYou cannot lock orunlock the vehicleusing the key.The key battery is discharg

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe engine cannot bestarted using the key.The on-board voltage is too low.XSwitch off non-essentia

tivate the double lock function by deactivat-ing the interior motion sensor (Y page 72).The doors can then be opened from the insideafter the vehicle

For all countries except the United King-dom:You can open a door from inside the vehicleeven if it has been locked.If the vehicle has previously been

XTake the emergency key element out of thekey (Y page 77).XInsert the emergency key element into thelock of the driver's door as far as it will g

leave persons (particularly children) unatten-ded in the vehicle.! The boot lid swings upwards whenopened. Therefore, make sure that there issufficien

iOpening dimensions of the boot lid(Y page 343).OpeningYou can open the boot lid from the driver'sseat when the vehicle is stationary andunlocked

Side window reversing featureThe side windows are equipped with an auto-matic reversing feature. If a solid objectblocks or restricts a side window du

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Convenience opening featureYou can ventilate the vehicle before you startdriving. To do this, the key is used to carry outthe following functions simu

Problems with the side windowsGWARNINGIf you close a side window again immediatelyafter it has been blocked or reset, the sidewindow closes with incre

pressure fluctuations in the vehicle interior.Change the position of the sliding sunroofor open a side window slightly to reduce oreliminate these noi

tilation of the vehicle interior, you can raisethe sliding sunroof.If contact is made with a roof carrierapproved by Mercedes-Benz, the slidingsunroof

Opening and closingOverhead control panel:To open;To open=To closeXTurn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignitionlock.XPress or pull the 3 switch in

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The seat belt should:Rfit snugly across your bodyRbe routed across the middle of yourshoulderRbe routed in your pelvic area across thehip jointsXBefor

Rclean the seat covers as recommended;see the "Interior care" section.Rdo not transport heavy loads on theseats. Do not place sharp objects

iYou can store the seat settings using thememory function (Y page 103).Adjusting the head restraintsGWARNINGYou could lose control of the vehicle whil