Mercedes-benz CLS-Class 2009 Owners Manual User Manual

Operator’s ManualCLS

8Capacities, fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . 344Fuel consumption statistics . . . . . . 139Fuel filler flap and cap . . . . . . . . . . 197Fuel tank r

Lighting98Turn signals1Turn signals, right2Turn signals, leftXPress the combination switch in directionof arrow 1 or 2.The corresponding turn signal i

Lighting99Corner-illuminating front fog lampsThe corner-illuminating front fog lampsimprove illumination of the area in the direc-tion into which you

Lighting100Interior lighting in the front1X Left front reading lamp on/off2ò Rear interior lighting on/off3¡ Automatic control on/off4ð Front interior

Wipers101The overhead control panel is located abovethe rear seat bench.1X Left rear reading lamp on/off2X Right rear reading lamp on/offXSwitching on

Wipers102ically sets a suitable wiping interval depend-ing on the wetness of the sensor surface.! Do not leave windshield wipers on anintermittent set

Power windows103-Remove blockage.-Turn the windshield wipers on again.If the windshield wipers fail to function atall with the combination switch in p

Power windows104iAfter switching off the ignition or remov-ing the SmartKey from the starter switch,you can operate the door windows until youopen the

Power windows105XPull and hold the respective switch oncemore immediately until the door window iscompletely closed.XHold the respective switch for ap

Driving and parking106XClose all doors.XPress and hold the lock button on an out-side door handle (Y page 74) until the doorwindows and the tilt/slidi

Driving and parking107Automatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionÁPark position with gear selector lever lockÂReverse gearÀNeut

9High-beam headlamps . . . . . . . . 97, 308Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308High-m

Driving and parking108The engine does not start. You can hearthe starter.There could be a malfunction in the engineelectronics or in the fuel supply s

Driving and parking109iOnce the vehicle is in motion, the auto-matic central locking system engages andthe locking knobs in the doors move down.The au

Driving and parking110In case of accidentIf the vehicle is leaking fuel:XDo not start the engine under any circum-stances.XExit the vehicle at a safe

Driving and parking111the vehicle’s brake lights do not light upwhen the parking brake is engaged.GWarning!When leaving the vehicle, always removethe

Automatic transmission112start/stop button while the automatic trans-mission was not in park position P.Read and observe messages that may appearin th

Automatic transmission113GWarning!It is dangerous to shift the automatic trans-mission out of park position P or neutralposition N if the engine speed

Automatic transmission114Effectì Park positionShift the automatic transmissioninto park position P only when thevehicle is stopped. The park posi-tion

Automatic transmission115EffectThe automatic transmission shiftsautomatically. All forward gearsare available.Driving tipsKickdownUse the kickdown whe

Automatic transmission116Automatic shift programProgram mode selector switchC Comfort For comfort drivingS Sport For standard drivingProgram mode sele

Automatic transmission117Selecting program mode C means:RThe vehicle starts out more gentle, bothforward and reverse, except when drivingoff with full

10Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GOStarter switch positions . . . . . . . . . . 83KEYLESS-GOStarter switch positions . . . . . . . . . . 83Kickdown . . .

Automatic transmission118extends the gear range of the automatictransmission.iIf you press on the accelerator pedalwhen the engine has reached its rpm

Automatic transmission119automatic transmission will go to auto-matic program mode (C or S) when theengine is restarted.Upshifting! In manual program

Instrument cluster120KickdownUsing the kickdown when driving in manualprogram mode M is not possible.Deactivating manual shift programXPress the progr

Instrument cluster1211Reset button Activating the instrument clusterThe instrument cluster is activated when youRopen a front doorRswitch on the ignit

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 Press buttons to take a callto dial4to redial4t to end a callto reject an incoming callPress buttonæçto sele

Control system124Multifunction display1Outside temperature indicator2Trip odometer3Automatic transmission program modeindicator4Transmission position/

Control system125Menus and submenusControls in detailZ

Control system126iThe headings used in the menus table aredesigned to facilitate navigation within thesystem and are not necessarily identical tothose

Control system127be icy, especially in wooded areas or onbridges.XPress button j or k repeatedly untilthe digital speedometer or the outside tem-perat

11Maximum permissible tire infla-tion pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228Mechanical key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303Media inte

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

Control system129Resetting current lapXPress button æ while the timer is run-ning.The timer stops.XPress button ç.The lap time is reset to “0”.Deletin

Control system130Audio/DVD menuThe functions in the Audio/DVD menu oper-ate the audio or video equipment which youcurrently have turned on.If no audio

Control system131XSelecting previous or next track: Pressbutton k or j briefly.XSelecting a track from the track list(quick search): Press and hold bu

Control system132certain systems. They do not replace theowner’s and/or driver’s responsibility tomaintain the vehicle’s operating safety.Have all req

Control system133XPress the reset button in the instrumentcluster for approximately 3 seconds.The request to press the reset button oncemore to confir

Control system134Convenience submenuRActivating easy-entry/exit feature(Y page 138)Instrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr. Cluster submenu viathe

Control system135XPress button æ or ç to select thestatus line to Speed or Outside Temp..You will see the status line display whenyou have called up a

Control system136The following message appears in the multi-function display:Lighting - Cannot be completelyreset to factory settings whiledriving.Set

Control system137With the headlamps delayed shut-off featureactivated and the exterior lamp switch in posi-tion U before the engine is turned off, the

12Number, vehicle identification(VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333OOccupant Classification Systemsee OCS

Control system138Vehicle submenuAccess the Vehicle submenu via the Set-tings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu toset the automatic locking.Setting automat

Control system139Trip computer menuUse the Trip computer menu to call up stat-istical data on your vehicle.The following information is available:RFue

Control system140Distance to emptyXPress button ÿ or è repeatedly untilthe first function of the Trip computermenu appears in the multifunction displa

Control system141Answering a callWhen your telephone is ready to receive calls,you can answer a call at any time. In the mul-tifunction display you wi

Driving systems142XPress button ÿ or è on the multi-function steering wheel repeatedly until themessage TEL appears in the multifunctiondisplay.XPress

Driving systems143GWarning!The cruise control brakes automatically sothat the set speed is not exceeded.Keep in mind that the cruise control is aconve

Driving systems144Rthe ESP® is switched off with the ESP®switchRthe ESP® has switched off due to a mal-functionRyou shift the automatic transmission i

Driving systems145follow that vehicle at your preset followingdistance.RIf there is no vehicle directly ahead of you,the Distronic will function in th

Driving systems146in which you and/or others could beinjured.GWarning!The “Resume” function should only beoperated if the driver is fully aware of the

Driving systems147Distronic displays in the speedometer1Set speedIf the Distronic is activated, one or two cruisecontrol speed segments come on around

13Product information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Production options weight . . . . . . . . 229Program mode selector switchAutomatic shift program .

Driving systems148GWarning!The Distronic brakes your vehicle with amaximum deceleration of 6.5 ft/s2(2 m/s2). This corresponds to approxi-mately 20% o

Driving systems1493Deactivating the Distronic4Activating the Distronic, resuming to thelast set speed or increasing speed in1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) inc

Driving systems150Fine adjustment in 1 mph (Canada:1 km/h) incrementsXBriefly pull the cruise control lever in direc-tion of arrow 4 (Y page 148).Sett

Driving systems151Rthe ESP® has switched off due to a mal-functionRyou shift the automatic transmission intoneutral position N while drivingThe cruise

Driving systems152This means that:RYour vehicle can pass another vehicleafter you have changed lanes.RWhile in a sharp turn or if the precedingvehicle

Driving systems153Distronic has not yet detected the vehiclechanging lanes. There will be insufficient dis-tance to the lane-changing vehicle.Narrow v

Driving systems154comes on. A loudspeaker symbol appearsin the multifunction display (Y page 148).Airmatic DC (Dual Control)IntroductionThe Airmatic D

Driving systems155The vehicle chassis ride height is raised orlowered according to the selected level set-ting and to the vehicle speed. At a speedexc

Driving systems1561Vehicle level control switch2Indicator lampXStart the engine.XBriefly press switch 1 to change from nor-mal level to raised level.

Driving systems157! Special attention must be paid to objectswith smooth surfaces or low silhouettes(e.g. trailer couplings, painted posts, ele-vated

14Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Automatic comfort-fit feature . . . . . 56Children in the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving systems158Front area warning indicator1Left side of the vehicle2Right side of the vehicle3Readiness indicatorsEach warning indicator is divide

Driving systems159Parktronic system malfunctionThere is a malfunction in the Parktronic sys-tem, if only the red distance segments illumi-nate and an

Climate control system160Climate control systemControl panels4-zone automatic climate controlControls in detail

Climate control system161Function Recommendation/Notes1 Air distribution, driver’s side (Y page 167)2 y Front defrosteriKeep this setting selected onl

Climate control system162Function Recommendation/Notesb 5 Rear air-conditioning remote control (USA only) (Y page 165)Ñ Rear air-conditioning remote c

Climate control system163Rear climate control1Temperature control, left, raising2Display3Temperature control, right, raising4Temperature control, righ

Climate control system164Deactivating the climate control sys-temGWarning!When the climate control is switched off,the outside air supply and circulat

Climate control system165XPress buttons  or Á to separatelyadjust the interior air temperature on eachside of the passenger compartment.XActivating:

Climate control system166Adjusting air ventsGWarning!When operating the climate control, the airthat enters the passenger compartmentthrough the air v

Climate control system167temperature of the air is approximately thesame as that of the air flowing from the centerair vents.! Close the center consol

15Sunroofsee Power tilt/sliding sunroof Sunshade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Climate control system168Adjusting air volumeXDecrease/increase: Press button Q or·.Front defrosterYou can use this setting to defrost the wind-shield

Climate control system169Air recirculation modeSwitch to air recirculation mode to preventunpleasant odors from entering the vehiclefrom the outside (

Power tilt/sliding sunroof170Rear window defrosterGWarning!Any accumulation of snow and ice shouldbe removed from the rear window beforedriving. Visib

Power tilt/sliding sunroof171GObserve Safety notes, seepage 59.GWarning!The tilt/sliding sunroof is made out ofglass. In the event of an accident, the

Power tilt/sliding sunroof172XSwitch on the ignition.OpeningXOpening manually: Press and hold thesunroof switch to the resistance point indirection of

Loading and storing173GWarning!Pulling and holding the sunroof switch toclose the tilt/sliding sunroof immediatelyafter it had been blocked two times

Loading and storing174Load distributionThe total load weight including vehicle occu-pants and luggage/cargo should not exceedthe total load limit indi

Loading and storing175Ski bag (Canada only)GWarning!The ski bag is designed for up to four pairsof skis. Do not load the ski bag with otherobjects.Alw

Loading and storing1761StrapXTighten strap 1 by pulling at the loose end(arrow) until the skis in the ski bag aretightly secured.1CoverXWith insert or

Loading and storing177Parcel netGWarning!The parcel net is intended for storing light-weight items only, such as road maps, mail,etc.Heavy objects, ob

16Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 205Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206Direction of rotation, spinning . . . . 206Importa

Loading and storing178Storage compartmentsGWarning!To help avoid personal injury during a col-lision or sudden maneuver, exercise carewhen storing obj

Loading and storing179iThe Roadside Assistance button p(Y page 187) and the Information button¡ (Y page 188) are located in the stor-age compartment.X

Useful features180Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges orfragile objects may not be transported inthe storage bag. In an accident, during hardbraki

Useful features181XRemoving: Extend cup holder.XPress mark on cup holder and remove cupholder by pulling it upward.XReinstalling: Insert cup holder in

Useful features182Sun visorsGWarning!Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visorsclosed while vehicle is in mo

Useful features183XExtending: Press switch 1 briefly.XRetracting: Press switch 1 briefly.AshtraysCenter console ashtrayGWarning!Remove front ashtray i

Useful features1841Cigarette lighterXOpen the cover (Y page 183).XSwitch on the ignition.XPush in cigarette lighter 1.Cigarette lighter 1 will pop out

Useful features185Tele Aid! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, asubscriber agreement must be completed.To ensure your system is activated andop

Useful features186expected. In case of an emergency, helpwill have to be summoned by other means.Have the system checked at the nearestMercedes-Benz C

Useful features187GWarning!If you feel at any way in jeopardy when inthe vehicle (e.g. smoke or fire in the vehicle,vehicle in a dangerous road locati

17Useful features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180VValet locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82VehicleBattery . . . . . . . . . . . .

Useful features188the Tele Aid system could not initiate aRoadside Assistance call (e.g. the relevantcellular phone network is not available).The mess

Useful features189The indicator lamp in the respective buttonflashes until the call is concluded. Emergencycalls can only be terminated by a ResponseC

Useful features190Once the vehicle is unlocked, a ResponseCenter specialist will attempt to establishvoice contact with the vehicle occupants.If the t

Useful features191exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. Allexhaust gas contains carbon monoxide(CO), and inhaling it can cause uncon-sciousness and

Useful features192“smart” button. If there is difficulty locatingthe transmitting button, refer to the garagedoor opener Operator’s Manual.XStep 9: Pr

Useful features193XSwitch on the ignition.XPress and hold the desired signal transmit-ter button (2, 3 or 4). Do not releasethe button.Indicator lamp

Useful features1941. This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and2. this device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interferenceth

195Vehicle equipment ... 196The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ... 196At the gas station ... 197Eng

The first 1000 miles (1500 km)196Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your

At the gas station197At the gas stationRefuelingGWarning!Gasoline is highly flammable and poison-ous. It burns violently and can cause seri-ous person

SymbolsTrademarks®:RBluetooth® is a registered trademark ofBluetooth SIG Inc.RESP® and PRE-SAFE® are registered trade-marks of Daimler.RHomeLink® is a

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

At the gas station1981Fuel filler flap2Fuel filler cap3HolderXTurn off the engine.iLeaving the engine running and the fuelfiller cap open can cause th

Engine compartment199Engine compartmentHoodGWarning!Do not pull the release lever while the vehi-cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood couldbe forced o

Engine compartment2002Handle for opening the hoodXPush handle 2 under the hood upwards.XPull up on the hood and then release it.The hood will be autom

Engine compartment201Checking engine oil levelXOpen the hood (Y page 199).1Oil dipstick 2Upper (max) mark3Lower (min) markXPull out oil dipstick 1.XWi

Engine compartment202CLS 63 AMG1Filler capXUnscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.XAdd engine oil as required. Be careful notto overfill with oil.Be ca

Engine compartment203XUsing a rag, turn cap 1 slowly approxi-mately 1/2 counterclockwise to release anyexcess pressure.XContinue turning cap 1 counter

Tires and wheels204depending on ambient temperatures)(Y page 350).XClosing washer fluid reservoir: Press cap1 onto filler hole until it engages.For mo

Tires and wheels205speed with a flat tire will cause excessiveheat build-up and possibly a fire.Important guidelinesROnly use sets of tires and rims o

Tires and wheels206(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 wheels207sures for the original equipment tires onyour vehicle.(2) The certification label, also found on thedriver’s door B-pillar. It tell

Operator’s Manual19Service and warranty informationThe Service and Warranty Information book-let contains detailed information about thewarranties cov

Tires and wheels208Seating capacityThe seating capacity gives you importantinformation on the number of occupants thatcan be in the vehicle. Observe f

Tires and wheels209you are using the actual load limit for yourvehicle stated on the vehicle’s Tire and Load-ing Information placard (Y page 208).Exam

Tires and wheels210Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): Thetotal weight of the vehicle, all occupants, allcargo, and the trailer tongue load must never

Tires and wheels2111Tire and Loading Information placard withrecommended cold tire inflation pres-suresThe Tire and Loading Information placard listst

Tires and wheels212Rlead to tire failure from being overheatedRadversely affect handling characteristicsOverinflated tiresGWarning!Follow recommended

Tires and wheels213XIf you have overfilled the tire, release tireinflation pressure by pushing the metalstem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen.The

Tires and wheels214ing the brakes and avoiding abrupt steeringmaneuvers.Restarting the Run Flat IndicatorThe Run Flat Indicator must be restarted inth

Tires and wheels215iThis device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions:1. This device may not ca

Tires and wheels216or wheels on the vehicle that prevent theTPMS from functioning properly. Alwayscheck the TPMS malfunction telltale afterreplacing o

Tires and wheels217XPress the reset button (Y page 120).The following message will appear in themultifunction display:Restart tirepressure monitor?XIf

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

Tires and wheels218telltale illuminates, you should stop andcheck your tires as soon as possible. Driv-ing on a significantly underinflated tirecauses

Tires and wheels219tion pressure. Underinflated tires affect theability to steer or brake the vehicle. Youmight lose control over the vehicle.The TPMS

Tires and wheels220MOExtended systemThe MOExtended system allows you to con-tinue driving your vehicle even if there is atotal loss of pressure in one

Tires and wheels2215Tire load rating6Tire speed ratingiFor illustration purposes only. Actual dataon tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary fr

Tires and wheels222Tire speed ratingGWarning!Even when permitted by law, never operatea vehicle at speeds greater than the maxi-mum speed rating of th

Tires and wheels223Index Speed ratingH M+S8up to 130 mph (210 km/h)V M+S8up to 149 mph (240 km/h)iNot all M+S rated tires provide specialwinter perfor

Tires and wheels224DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)U.S. tire regulations require each new tiremanufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TINinto or

Tires and wheels2251Maximum tire load ratingiFor illustration purposes only. Actual dataon tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data sh

Tires and wheels226Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stand-ardsThe Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S.Government requirement designed to givedrivers con

Tires and wheels227for the winter season to ensure normal bal-anced handling characteristics. On packedsnow, they can reduce your stopping distancecom

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

Tires and wheels228BarAnother metric unit for air pressure. There are14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to

Tires and wheels229Production options weightThe combined weight of those installed reg-ular production options weighing over 5 lbs(2.3 kilograms) in e

Tires and wheels230Uniform Tire Quality Grading StandardsA tire information system that provides con-sumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, tem-pe

Winter driving231Winter drivingGeneral informationHave your vehicle winterized at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center.Winter tiresGWarning!Winter tires

Winter driving232or axle components. The tires or the vehiclecould be damaged as a result.ROnly use snow chains that are approved byMercedes-Benz. Any

Driving instructions233GWarning!Make sure not to endanger any other roadusers when carrying out these brakingmaneuvers.Driving instructionsDrive sensi

Driving instructions234or accelerate. This could lead to accidentsand injury.Power assistanceGWarning!There is no power assistance for the steer-ing a

Driving instructions235Salt-covered roadsGWarning!A layer of salt on the brake discs and thebrake linings may cause a delay in the brak-ing effect, re

Driving instructions236take several hundred miles of driving untilthey provide optimum braking efficiency.Until that time, you may need to useincrease

Driving instructions237Driving abroadIf you plan to drive the vehicle outside the U.S.or Canada, you should request dealer net-work information for yo

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

Maintenance238Emission controlCertain systems of the engine serve to keepthe toxic components of the exhaust gaseswithin permissible limits required b

Maintenance239Maintenance service indicator mes-sageThe maintenance service indicator messagewill notify you when the next maintenanceservice is due.S

Maintenance240Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center willreset the maintenance service indicator fol-lowing a completed maintenance service.Calling up th

Vehicle care241Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleNotesRegular and proper care will help to maintainthe value of your vehicle.GWarning!Many c

Vehicle care242products at an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter.Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion ordamage due to negligent or incorrect carecanno

Vehicle care243mately 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle, it could beinadvertently locked or unlocked.Hand-washDo not use hot water or wash your vehicle indire

Vehicle care244! Only use window cleaning solutions thatare suitable for plastic lamp lenses. Win-dow cleaning solutions which are not suit-able may d

Vehicle care245! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts.They could tear.XFold the wiper arms forward until they snapinto place.XClean the windshield a

Vehicle care246Hard plastic trim itemsXUse Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Careon a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with lightpressure.COMAND display!

Vehicle care247RDo not soak the leather upholstery.As leather is a natural product, it couldotherwise harden or become porous.RExercise particular car

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

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249Vehicle equipment ... 250Where will I find ...? ... 250Vehicle status messages in themultifunction

Where will I find ...?250Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle

Where will I find ...?251Example illustration1Tool bag and jack2Collapsible wheel chock3Electrical air pump4Storage well casingXTo access jack: Remove

Where will I find ...?252Operational positionXTurn the crank handle clockwise.Before placing the jack back in the vehicletool kit:XFully collapse the

Where will I find ...?253Vehicles with spare wheel with collaps-ible tireXRemoving: Remove the storage well cas-ing (Y page 251).1Spare wheel2Tensioni

Where will I find ...?254XExtend the tensioning strap by pulling theslider.XPlace tensioning strap around the sparewheel rim and collapsible tire with

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display255Vehicle status messages in the multi-function displayNotesWarning and malfunction messages appe

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display256Text messagesSafety systemsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABS ABS

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display257Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionPRE-SAFE Inoperative SeeOperator’s

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Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display258Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront PassengerAirbag EnabledSee O

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display259Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionMonitor the 75 indicator lamp in t

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display260Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionIf above conditions are not met, t

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display261Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront PassengerAirbag DisabledSee

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display262Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionWith the seat unoccupied and the i

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display263GWarning!If the 75 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passe

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display264Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONIC Currently Unavail-ableSe

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display265Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONIC Currently Unavail-ableSe

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display266VehicleDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionP Gear SelectorLever In P P

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display267TiresDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheck tires, then restart Run

25Exterior view ... 26Cockpit ... 28Instrument cluster ...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display268Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire PressureMonitorInoperativeThe

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display269Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire PressureMonitorCurrently Unav

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display270Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheck TiresVehicles with Advanced

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display271Symbol messagesBrakeDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution2Brake WearThe

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display272Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution;(USA only)3(Canada only)Check Bra

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display273Safety systemsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionLTele Aid Inopera-ti

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display274Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution@STOP Vehicle TooLowThe Airmatic i

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display275Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionVYou are driving with one or more

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display276Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionIKey Not DetectedThe SmartKey with

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display277EngineDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionú(USA only)±(Canada only)Eng

Exterior view26Exterior viewAt a glance

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display278Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÌCoolantStop Vehicle, turnengine o

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display279! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so ma

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display280Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÌCoolantStop Vehicle, turnengine o

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display281Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÌThe cooling fan for the coolant i

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display282Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionNCheck oil level atnext refueling.

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display283Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionWGas Cap Is OpenA loss of pressure

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display284Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Brake-/Tail LampLeftAuxiliary Bul

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display285Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Parking Lamp FrontLeftAuxiliary B

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display286Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Low Beam LeftorLow Beam RightThe

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display287Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Rear Left Turn Sig-nalorRear Righ

Exterior view27Function Page1 Trunk:Unlocking 72Opening and closing 78,79Vehicle tool kit 2502 Rear lamps3083 Rear window, defroster1704 Fuel filler f

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display288TiresDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionHPlease correct thetire press

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display289Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, we

What to do if …290What 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 …291BrakeProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions-The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running.The ABS

What to do if …292Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions; (USA only)3 (Canada only)The red brake warning lampcomes on while the engine

What to do if …293Safety systemsProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions<The red seat belt telltalecomes on for a maximumof 6 seconds

What to do if …294Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions<During driving the red seatbelt telltale flashes andyou additionally hear

What to do if …295GWarning!In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational.For your safety, we st

What to do if …296Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsvThe yellow ESP® warninglamp flashes while driving.The ESP® or Electronic Trac

What to do if …297VehicleProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsA The yellow fuel tankreserve warning lampcomes on when the engineis ru

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

Cockpit28CockpitAt a glance

What to do if …298EngineProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsú (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunctionindicator lamp c

What to do if …299Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsÌ The red coolant tempera-ture warning lamp comeson when the engine is run-nin

What to do if …300TiresProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsH USA only:Combination low tire pres-sure telltale/TPMS mal-function tell

What to do if …301As an added safety feature, your vehicle hasbeen equipped with a tire pressure moni-toring system (TPMS) that illuminates a lowtire

What to do if …302GWarning!If the 75 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a sm

Unlocking/locking manually303Unlocking/locking manuallyUnlocking the vehicleIf you cannot unlock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlo

Unlocking/locking manually304Locking the vehicleIf you cannot lock the vehicle with the Smart-Key or with KEYLESS-GO, lock it as follows:XClose the pa

Resetting activated head restraints305XInsert a flat, blunt object into the left edgeof gear selector lever cover 1 at the posi-tion indicated by the

Replacing SmartKey batteries3061Reset tool 2Active head restraint cushion3Rectangular openingXTake reset tool 1 out of the Mercedes-Benz literature po

Replacing SmartKey batteries307When inserting the batteries, make sure theyare clean and free of lint.When replacing batteries, always replaceboth bat

Cockpit29Function Page1 Combination switch:Turn signals 98Wipers 101High beam 972 Cruise control leverCruise control 142Distronic 1483 Steering wheel

Replacing bulbs308Replacing bulbsSafety notesSafe vehicle operation depends to a largedegree on proper exterior lighting and signal-ing.Correct headla

Replacing bulbs309Front lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signallampLED2 Turn signal lamp 3457 AK3 Halogen headlamp:Low beamH7 (55 W)Bi-Xenon headlamp:L

Replacing bulbs310RFront fog lampsRFront side marker lampsRParking and standing lamps (vehicles withBi-Xenon headlamps only)RRear lamps (except licens

Replacing bulbs311XPlace bulb socket 6 back into the housingand turn it clockwise until it engages.XAlign housing cover 1 and turn it clock-wise until

Replacing wiper blades312XOpen the trunk.XLoosen both screws 1.XRemove lamp cover 2.XReplace the bulb.XReinstall lamp cover 2.XRetighten screws 1.Repl

Replacing wiper blades313Vehicles with SmartKeyXTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 1.XTurn combination switch to wiper settingu.XWith

Flat tire314Flat tireSafety notesYour vehicle may be equipped with a Minis-pare wheel or a spare wheel with collapsibletire.For information on your ve

Flat tire315on the spare wheel of your vehicle may beof a different color.1Buckle2ClipXPress on both clips 2 simultaneously torelease buckle 1.XStore

Flat tire316Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack ona level surface. However, should circumstan-ces require you to do so on a hill, place thew

Flat tire317XTurn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 isfully seated in take-up bracket 2 and thejack base evenly meets the ground.XJack up the vehicle unt

Instrument cluster30Instrument clusterAt a glance

Flat tire318XClean contact surfaces of wheel and wheelhub.! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flatagainst hub and hold it there while instal-ling fir

Flat tire3194Air hose with pressure gauge and ventscrew5Union nutVersion 22Air pump switch3Electrical plug4Pressure gauge5Union nut6Deflate buttonXVer

Flat tire320XPress 0 on electric air pump switch 2.XTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 0.orXVehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Press the KEY-LE

Flat tire321XFully collapse the jack, with handle foldedin (storage position), see (Y page 250).XStore the jack and the other vehicle toolsin the desi

Battery322“MOExtended” are mounted in the size speci-fied for your vehicle (Y page 336).BatterySafety notesA battery should always be sufficientlychar

Battery323GWarning!Failure to follow these instructions canresult in severe injury or death.Never lean over batteries while connecting,you might get i

Jump starting324Charging the batteryGWarning!Never charge a battery while still installedin the vehicle unless the accessory batterycharge unit approv

Jump starting325! Jump starting should only be performedusing the jump-start terminals located inthe engine compartment.Avoid repeated and lengthy sta

Towing the vehicle326XStart engine of the vehicle with the dis-charged battery and run at idle speed.You can now turn on the electrical consum-ers. Do

Towing the vehicle327Installing towing eye boltDepending on whether you are towing a vehi-cle or you are being towed, the towing eyebolt can be screwe

Instrument cluster31Function Page1 L Left turn signal indi-cator lamp 2v ESP® warning lamp 2933 Speedometer 4 Multifunction display1245 l Distance wa

Towing the vehicle328Removing towing eye boltXLoosen towing eye bolt 1 counterclock-wise with wheel wrench.XUnscrew towing eye bolt 1.XReinstalling co

Fuses329XIf engaged, release the parking brake.XSwitch on the hazard warning flasher(Y page 98).! The vehicle may be towed only for distan-ces up to 3

Fuses330Fuse box in passenger compartment! Do not use sharp objects such as a screw-driver to open the fuse box cover in thedashboard, as this could d

331Vehicle equipment ... 332Parts service ... 332Warranty coverage ...

Warranty coverage332Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at t

Identification labels333Loss of Service and Warranty Infor-mation booklet Should you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an author

Identification labels334iData shown on certification label are forillustration purposes only. These data arespecific to each vehicle and may vary from

Engine335EngineModelCLS 550 (219.372)14CLS 63 AMG (219.377)14Engine type 273 156Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine,

Rims and tires336Rims and tiresNotes! Only use tires which have been tested andapproved by Mercedes-Benz. Tiresapproved by Mercedes-Benz are developed

Rims and tires337Same size tires! Winter tires on rims with different wheel offset front vs. rear cannot be rotated.Model CLS 550 CLS 550 (AMG Sport P

Storage compartments32Storage compartmentsAt a glance

Rims and tires338Mixed size tiresModel CLS 550 CLS 550 (AMG Sport Package)Front axle Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2Wheel offset 1.10 i

Rims and tires339Model CLS 63 AMG CLS 63 AMG (Performance Package)Front axle Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 19 H2 8.5 J x 19 H2Wheel offset 0.98 in (25 mm

Rims and tires340Spare wheel! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label lo

Electrical system341Electrical systemModel CLS 550 CLS 63 AMGAlternator 14 V / 180 A 14 V / 180 AStarter motor 12 V / 1.7 kW 12 V / 2.1 kWBattery 12 V

Main dimensions342Main dimensionsModel CLS 550 CLS 63 AMGOverall vehicle length 193.4 in (4 913 mm) 193.5 in (4 915 mm)Overall vehicle width, exterior

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.343WeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.CapacitiesVehic

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.344Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CLS 63 AMG281.3 US qt (1.2 l) Castrol SAF-XJ (SAE 75W-140)Power ste

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.345Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Washer system All models 4.8 US qt (4.5 l) MB Windshield Washer Con

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.346Engine oil additives! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil.They may damage the engine. Damage ormalfunctions

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.347RDo not exceed an engine speed of3 000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with alight load such as two persons and nolugg

Storage compartments33Function Page1 Glove box1782 Front passenger seat stor-age compartment with firstaid kit 2503 Door pocket4 Storage bag1785 Ashtr

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.348! Add premixed coolant solution only. Add-ing water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze separately from each othe

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.349Model Approximate freeze protection-35‡ (-37†) -49‡ (-45†)Cooling system CLS 550 6.0 US qt (5.65 l) 6.6 US qt (6.2

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.350Washer system and headlamp clean-ing systemGWarning!Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flam-mable. Do not spill wa

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Order no. 6515 1441 13 Part no. 219 584 28 83 Edition A 2009 USAÉ2195842883KËÍ2195842883

Multifunction steering wheel34Multifunction steering wheelFunction Page1 Multifunction display1242 Press button s• to take a call140•to dial2140•to re

Multifunction steering wheel35Function PagePress button j or kbriefly• to move within a menu• to select previous ornext track, scene orstored station

Center console36Center consoleUpper partAt a glance

Center console37Function Page1 Seat heating, driver’s side892 Rear window sunshadeswitch 1823 Rear seat head restraintsswitch, folding down 874 Hazard

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

Center console38Lower partFunction Page1 Ashtray1832 KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton 833 Gear selector lever for auto-matic transmission 1124 Parking assi

Overhead control panel39Overhead control panelFunction Page1 Rear interior lighting on/off1002 Automatic interior lighting1003 Front interior lighting

Door control panel40Door control panelFunction Page1 Inside door handle 762 Seat adjustment853 Memory function (for stor-ing seat, exterior mirror and

41Vehicle equipment ... 42Occupant safety ... 42Panic alarm ...

Occupant safety42Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the

Occupant safety43SRS indicator lampThe SRS system conducts a self-test whenthe ignition is switched on and in regularintervals while the engine is run

Occupant safety44a properly seated position and to wear theirrespective seat belt.For maximum protection in the event of acollision always be in norma

Occupant safety45sized infant restraint, toddlerrestraint, or booster seat recom-mended for the size and weightof the child.(3) Always wear seat belts

Occupant safety46ing wheel hub, front passenger front airbag cover, outboard sides of the seatbackrests, door trim panels, or doorframe trims, and ins

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

31, 2, 3 ...4-zone automatic climate controlsee Climate control system AABS (Antilock Brake System) . . . . . . . 65Indicator lamp

Occupant safety48Rindependently of the front air bagsRindependently of the ETDsThe side impact air bags are not deployed inside impacts which do not e

Occupant safety49iIf your seat, including the trim cover andcushion, needs to be serviced in any way,take the vehicle to an authorized Mer-cedes-Benz

Occupant safety50If the front passenger front air bag isdeployed, the rate of inflation will be influ-enced by:Rthe rate of relevant vehicle decelerat

Occupant safety51RWhile seated, an occupant should notposition him/herself in such a way as tocause the occupant’s weight to be liftedfrom the seat bo

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 safety53too much force to the ribs or abdomen,which could severely injure internalorgans such as your liver or spleen.Adjust the seat belt so

Occupant safety54your seat belt properly buckled. Withoutyour seat belt buckled, you are much morelikely to hit the interior of the vehicle or beeject

Occupant safety55XIf necessary, adjust the seat belt to the cor-rect height.XIf necessary, tighten the lap portion to asnug fit by pulling shoulder po

Occupant safety56the warning chime stops sounding, the seatbelt telltale < stops flashing but contin-ues to be illuminated.After a vehicle standsti

Occupant safety57PRE-SAFE® takes action in:REmergency braking situations, e.g. if theBrake Assist System (BAS) (Y page 66) isactivated.RCritical dynam

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

Occupant safety58deployment of the front side impact airbags.Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-ter for availability.GWarning!For your protection

Occupant safety59ter of the head restraint supports the backof the head at eye level.RNever place hands under seat 3 or nearany moving parts while sea

Occupant safety60Do not expose the child restraint system todirect sunlight. The child restraint system’smetal parts, for example, could becomevery ho

Occupant safety61A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries issignificantly increased if the child restraintsare not properly secured in the vehiclea

Occupant safety62Once top tether anchorage hook 3 isattached, the child restraint itself can besecured.XInstall the child restraint system andtighten

Occupant safety63Child safetyChild safety locksGObserve Safety notes, seepage 59.GWarning!Children could open a rear door from theinside. This may cau

Driving safety systems64Panic alarm1Â buttoniUSA only:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two co

Driving safety systems65The driving safety systems described in thissection cannot reduce these risks or pre-vent the natural laws of physics from act

Driving safety systems66For more information, see “What to doif …?” (Y page 291).BASGObserve Safety notes, seepage 64.The Brake Assist System (BAS) op

Driving safety systems67The ESP® warning lamp v in the instru-ment cluster flashes when the ESP® isengaged.GWarning!Never switch off the ESP® when you

5Child safetysee Children in the vehicle Chrome-plated exhaust tip, clean-ing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving safety systems68To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch offthe ESP® in driving situations in which itwould be advantageous to have the drive

Anti-theft systems69When you switch off the ESP®Rthe ESP® does not stabilize the vehicleRthe engine output is not limited, whichallows the drive wheel

Anti-theft systems70Anti-theft alarm systemOnce the alarm system has been armed, avisual and audible alarm is triggered whensomeone opens:Ra doorRthe

71Vehicle equipment ... 72Locking and unlocking ... 72Starter switch positions ... 83

Locking and unlocking72Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle a

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

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

Locking and unlocking75be locked or the engine started via the KEY-LESS-GO system.RIf the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO isremoved from the vehicle (e.g. if

Locking and unlocking76handle, only the driver’s door and the fuelfiller flap unlocks.XSwitching on/off: Press and hold buttonsk and j simultaneously

Locking and unlocking771Locking knob2Inside door handleIf the vehicle has previously been locked withthe SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, openinga door fr

6Messages in the multifunction dis-play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . 124Outside temp

Locking and unlocking78You can open a locked door from inside at anytime. Open door only when conditions aresafe to do so.If the vehicle was previousl

Locking and unlocking79Vehicles with trunk opening/closing system1Indicator lamp2Remote trunk opening/closing switchXPull switch 2 until the trunk beg

Locking and unlocking80Closing the trunk from the inside auto-maticallyGWarning!Maintain sight of the area around the rearof the vehicle while operati

Locking and unlocking81Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO1Trunk closing switchVehicles with KEYLESS-GO1Trunk closing switchXPress switch 1 briefly.If the tru

Locking and unlocking821Emergency release buttonXBriefly press emergency release button1.The trunk lid unlocks and opens.The emergency release button

Starter switch positions83Starter switch positionsSmartKeyGObserve Safety notes, seepage 59.Starter switch}For removing SmartKey (gear selectorlever m

Seats84KEYLESS-GO start/stop button1USA only2Canada onlyPosition 0Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton, the vehicle’s on-board electronics

Seats85GWarning!Your seat must be adjusted so that you cancorrectly fasten your seat belt.Observe the following points:RAdjust the seat backrest until

Seats86XSeat fore and aft adjustment: Press theswitch forward or backward in direction ofarrow 4.iWhen moving the seat fore or aft, the headrestraints

Seats87Lumbar supportYou can adjust the contour of the front seat’slumbar support to help enhance support toyour spine.1Adjustment leverXMove adjustme

7Emergency operationsFuel filler flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305Gear selector lever, unlocking . . . . 304Limp-home mode . . . . . . . . .

Seats881Head restraint release switchXSwitch on the ignition.XPress the symbol-side on switch 1 torelease the head restraints.The head restraints will

Seats89XMove the seat backrest support cushion tothe bottom with button 3 or to the centerwith button 2.XSeat backrest side bolsters: Adjust theside b

Multifunction steering wheel90The seat heating switches from level 3 (high)to level 2 after approximately 5 minutes.The seat heating switches from lev

Multifunction steering wheel91Easy-entry/exit featureThis feature allows for easier entry into andexit from the vehicle. When entering and exit-ing th

Mirrors92iThe steering wheel heating is temporarilysuspended while indicator lamp 3remains on when the temperature of thevehicle interior is above 86‡

Memory function93iAt low ambient temperatures, the exteriorrear view mirrors will be heated automati-cally.Auto-dimming rear view mirrorsThe reflectio

Lighting94Recalling positions from memoryXPress and hold desired memory positionbutton 1, 2 or 3 until the seat, on thedriver’s side also the steering

Lighting95starter switch or open the driver’s door withthe ignition switched off.When the parking lamps or the rear foglamp are switched on and you re

Lighting96Canada only:High-beam headlamps are only available withthe exterior lamp switch in position B.Daytime running lamp modeIn Canada the daytime

Lighting97lamps should only be used in conjunction withlow-beam headlamps. Consult your State orProvince Motor Vehicle Regulations regard-ing permissi