Owner's Manual
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... lever position ...Driving tips...Gear ranges ...Automatic shift program ...Gear selector lever one-touch gearshifting ...Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshifting ...Manual shift program CLS 55 AMG ...Emergency operation (Limp-Home Mode) ... 147 147 148 150 153 153 155 155 156 157 171 172 176 178 180 181 182 183 184 187...
... lever position ...Driving tips...Gear ranges ...Automatic shift program ...Gear selector lever one-touch gearshifting ...Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshifting ...Manual shift program CLS 55 AMG ...Emergency operation (Limp-Home Mode) ... 147 147 148 150 153 153 155 155 156 157 171 172 176 178 180 181 182 183 184 187...
Owner's Manual
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Contents Technical data ...Parts service...Warranty coverage...Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet ...Identification labels ...Layout of poly-V-belt drive...CLS 500 ...CLS 55 AMG ...Engine...Rims and tires...Same size tires...Mixed size tires ...MOExtended tires*...Spare wheel ... 443 444 445 445 446 447 447 447 448 449 451 ...
Contents Technical data ...Parts service...Warranty coverage...Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet ...Identification labels ...Layout of poly-V-belt drive...CLS 500 ...CLS 55 AMG ...Engine...Rims and tires...Same size tires...Mixed size tires ...MOExtended tires*...Spare wheel ... 443 444 445 445 446 447 447 447 448 449 451 ...
Owner's Manual
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... to operating temperature. The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, depending on driving with gear ranges ( page 181) the selected program mode: (C/S) ( page 182) or (M/C/S) (CLS 55 AMG only) ( page 187) the position of the accelerator pedal ( page 180) the vehicle speed Warning! i During the brief warm-up more information on : the gear...
... to operating temperature. The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, depending on driving with gear ranges ( page 181) the selected program mode: (C/S) ( page 182) or (M/C/S) (CLS 55 AMG only) ( page 187) the position of the accelerator pedal ( page 180) the vehicle speed Warning! i During the brief warm-up more information on : the gear...
Owner's Manual
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... extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. Do not place full load on using the steering wheel gearshift control in manual program mode M (CLS 55 AMG only), see "Manual shift program" ( page 187). 1 Button, outside: upshift 2 Button, inside: downshift 184 This may cause serious damage to a ... temperature has been reached. Shift into reverse gear R or parking position P only when the vehicle is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Steering wheel gearshift control CLS 500* The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to warm up under low load use.
... extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. Do not place full load on using the steering wheel gearshift control in manual program mode M (CLS 55 AMG only), see "Manual shift program" ( page 187). 1 Button, outside: upshift 2 Button, inside: downshift 184 This may cause serious damage to a ... temperature has been reached. Shift into reverse gear R or parking position P only when the vehicle is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Steering wheel gearshift control CLS 500* The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to warm up under low load use.
Owner's Manual
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... 2 Left button: downshift For instructions on operating the steering wheel gearshift control and gear selector lever in the manual program mode M, see "Manual shift program CLS 55 AMG" ( page 187). 186 The following instructions describe operation of the steering wheel. Downshifting Warning! G On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to the next...
... 2 Left button: downshift For instructions on operating the steering wheel gearshift control and gear selector lever in the manual program mode M, see "Manual shift program CLS 55 AMG" ( page 187). 186 The following instructions describe operation of the steering wheel. Downshifting Warning! G On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to the next...
Owner's Manual
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... range of the transmission when you need to change the gears by the shift program. The transmission will shift to gear range D. Manual shift program CLS 55 AMG In addition to the left side of the steering wheel. In the manual program mode M, system-controlled automatic gearshifting is equipped with the manual shift...
... range of the transmission when you need to change the gears by the shift program. The transmission will shift to gear range D. Manual shift program CLS 55 AMG In addition to the left side of the steering wheel. In the manual program mode M, system-controlled automatic gearshifting is equipped with the manual shift...
Owner's Manual
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... Your vehicle is factory equipped with "V"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). CLS 55 AMG Your vehicle is factory equipped with snow chains, see "Tire speed rating" ( page 324). i For information on speed rating for slippery ...of 130 mph (210 km/h). Winter driving instructions The most important rule for winter tires, see "Winter driving" ( page 336). Try to position N. CLS 55 AMG (Performance Package*) Your vehicle is factory equipped with "Y"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of skidding, move gear selector lever to keep the vehicle ...
... Your vehicle is factory equipped with "V"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). CLS 55 AMG Your vehicle is factory equipped with snow chains, see "Tire speed rating" ( page 324). i For information on speed rating for slippery ...of 130 mph (210 km/h). Winter driving instructions The most important rule for winter tires, see "Winter driving" ( page 336). Try to position N. CLS 55 AMG (Performance Package*) Your vehicle is factory equipped with "Y"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of skidding, move gear selector lever to keep the vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
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... compartment ! Screw filler cap 1 back on engine oil, see the "Technical data" section ( page 461) and ( page 464). 297 CLS 500, CLS 55 AMG Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to spill any oil when adding. Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of...oil must be cool. 1 Filler cap Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. Add engine oil as required. Avoid environmental damage caused by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Be careful not to be siphoned or drained off. Be careful not to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by oil...
... compartment ! Screw filler cap 1 back on engine oil, see the "Technical data" section ( page 461) and ( page 464). 297 CLS 500, CLS 55 AMG Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to spill any oil when adding. Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of...oil must be cool. 1 Filler cap Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. Add engine oil as required. Avoid environmental damage caused by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Be careful not to be siphoned or drained off. Be careful not to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by oil...
Owner's Manual
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...heat source. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Move the gear selector lever to -4°F (-20°C). 419 Sealing tires with TIREFIT i CLS 55 AMG with KEYLESS-GO*: Turn off the engine ( page 60). Keep TIREFIT away from the starter switch. Warning! Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit. ...ahead position. G i Open door only when conditions are in a safe distance from the roadway. Practical hints Flat tire Flat tire The CLS 55 AMG with Performance Package* is equipped with SmartKey: Turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS-GO* button on the gear selector lever once (...
...heat source. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Move the gear selector lever to -4°F (-20°C). 419 Sealing tires with TIREFIT i CLS 55 AMG with KEYLESS-GO*: Turn off the engine ( page 60). Keep TIREFIT away from the starter switch. Warning! Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit. ...ahead position. G i Open door only when conditions are in a safe distance from the roadway. Practical hints Flat tire Flat tire The CLS 55 AMG with Performance Package* is equipped with SmartKey: Turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS-GO* button on the gear selector lever once (...
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive Layout of poly-V-belt drive CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator (alternator) 7 Idler pulley The CLS 55 AMG has two poly-V-belts (belt one shown in purple/belt two shown in black). 1 Idler pulley 2 Automatic belt tensioner 3 Power steering pump 4 Air conditioning compressor 5 Crankshaft 6 Coolant pump 7 Generator (alternator) 8 Idler pulley 9 Automatic belt tensioner a Super charger 447
Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive Layout of poly-V-belt drive CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator (alternator) 7 Idler pulley The CLS 55 AMG has two poly-V-belts (belt one shown in purple/belt two shown in black). 1 Idler pulley 2 Automatic belt tensioner 3 Power steering pump 4 Air conditioning compressor 5 Crankshaft 6 Coolant pump 7 Generator (alternator) 8 Idler pulley 9 Automatic belt tensioner a Super charger 447
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to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 2 CLS 500 (219.375) M113 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 8 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 303.0 cu in (4966 cm ) 10:1 302 ... Engine Mode of operation No. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. 448 of all special bodies and special equipment. Technical data Engine CLS 55 AMG (219.3761) M113 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection...
to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 2 CLS 500 (219.375) M113 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 8 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 303.0 cu in (4966 cm ) 10:1 302 ... Engine Mode of operation No. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. 448 of all special bodies and special equipment. Technical data Engine CLS 55 AMG (219.3761) M113 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection...
Owner's Manual
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tires1 1,2 Winter tires 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S. 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S. CLS 55 AMG (Performance Package*) Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Winter tires 1 2 3 8.5 J x 19 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) - Maximum permissible vehicle speed of 137 mph ...(220 km/h). 452 Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment. Technical data Rims and tires CLS 500 (Sport Package*) Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer 1 2 CLS 55 AMG 8.5 J x 18 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) - 8.5 J x 18 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 245/35 R19 93V XL (Extra Load) M+S. 1 1,2,3...
tires1 1,2 Winter tires 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S. 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S. CLS 55 AMG (Performance Package*) Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Winter tires 1 2 3 8.5 J x 19 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) - Maximum permissible vehicle speed of 137 mph ...(220 km/h). 452 Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment. Technical data Rims and tires CLS 500 (Sport Package*) Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer 1 2 CLS 55 AMG 8.5 J x 18 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) - 8.5 J x 18 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 245/35 R19 93V XL (Extra Load) M+S. 1 1,2,3...
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Rims and tires CLS 55 AMG Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Winter tires Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Winter tires 1 2 CLS 55 AMG 8.5 J x 19 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 255/35 ZR19 96Y XL (Extra Load) 9.5 J x 19 H2 1.10 in (28 mm) 285/30 ZR19 98Y XL (Extra Load) - 8.5 J x 18 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 255/40 ZR18 99Y XL (Extra Load) 9.5 J x 18 H2 1.10 in (28 mm) 285/35 ZR18 101Y XL (Extra Load) - 1 1,2 Radial-ply tires Must not be used with snow chains. 454
Technical data Rims and tires CLS 55 AMG Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Winter tires Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Winter tires 1 2 CLS 55 AMG 8.5 J x 19 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 255/35 ZR19 96Y XL (Extra Load) 9.5 J x 19 H2 1.10 in (28 mm) 285/30 ZR19 98Y XL (Extra Load) - 8.5 J x 18 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 255/40 ZR18 99Y XL (Extra Load) 9.5 J x 18 H2 1.10 in (28 mm) 285/35 ZR18 101Y XL (Extra Load) - 1 1,2 Radial-ply tires Must not be used with snow chains. 454
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...*) Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Winter Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) 9.5 J x 19 H2 or 10 J x 19 H2 1.10 in (28 mm) 1,2 1 CLS 55 AMG (Performance Package*) 8.5 J x 19 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 245/35 R19 93V XL (Extra Load) M+S. 9.5 J x 19 H2 8.5 J x 19 H2 0.98 in (28 mm) 275/30...
...*) Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Winter Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) 9.5 J x 19 H2 or 10 J x 19 H2 1.10 in (28 mm) 1,2 1 CLS 55 AMG (Performance Package*) 8.5 J x 19 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 245/35 R19 93V XL (Extra Load) M+S. 9.5 J x 19 H2 8.5 J x 19 H2 0.98 in (28 mm) 275/30...
Owner's Manual
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.... ! Inflate the collapsible tire to approximately 61 psi (4.2 bar). i The CLS 55 AMG with TIREFIT ( page 419). 457 Technical data Rims and tires Spare wheel CLS 500 CLS 500 (Sport Package*) Rim Wheel offset Minispare tire Collapsible tire 1 CLS 55 AMG 6.0 B x 18 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 175/55-18 95P1 4.0 B x 17 H2 1.34 in this Operator's Manual, inflate...
.... ! Inflate the collapsible tire to approximately 61 psi (4.2 bar). i The CLS 55 AMG with TIREFIT ( page 419). 457 Technical data Rims and tires Spare wheel CLS 500 CLS 500 (Sport Package*) Rim Wheel offset Minispare tire Collapsible tire 1 CLS 55 AMG 6.0 B x 18 H2 0.98 in (25 mm) 175/55-18 95P1 4.0 B x 17 H2 1.34 in this Operator's Manual, inflate...
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Main dimensions Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle height Overall vehicle height (Airmatic DC) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear 54.5 in (1390 mm) 112.4 in (2854 mm) 62.5 in (1587 mm) 63 in (1600 mm) 54.5 in (1389 mm) 112.4 in (2854 mm) 63 in (1599 mm) 62.3 in (1583 mm) CLS 500 190.3 in (4913 mm) 81.1 in (2059 ) CLS 55 AMG 193.5 in (4915 mm) 81.1 in (2059 mm) 459
Technical data Main dimensions Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle height Overall vehicle height (Airmatic DC) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear 54.5 in (1390 mm) 112.4 in (2854 mm) 62.5 in (1587 mm) 63 in (1600 mm) 54.5 in (1389 mm) 112.4 in (2854 mm) 63 in (1599 mm) 62.3 in (1583 mm) CLS 500 190.3 in (4913 mm) 81.1 in (2059 ) CLS 55 AMG 193.5 in (4915 mm) 81.1 in (2059 mm) 459
Owner's Manual
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...CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG Automatic transmission CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG Rear axle Capacity 8.0 US qt (7.5 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 8.67 US qt (8.2 l) 1.37 US qt (1.3 l) Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90 MB Automatic Transmission Fluid Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products Pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes...-Benz Center. Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Approved engine oils 461 Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities...
...CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG Automatic transmission CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG Rear axle Capacity 8.0 US qt (7.5 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 8.67 US qt (8.2 l) 1.37 US qt (1.3 l) Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90 MB Automatic Transmission Fluid Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products Pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes...-Benz Center. Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Approved engine oils 461 Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities...
Owner's Manual
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... temperature roller bearing grease MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Premium unleaded gasoline Minimum Posted Octane 91 (Avg. of CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG Capacity approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) approx. 3.0 oz (85 g) each 1.1 US qt (1.05 l) 11.9 US qt (11.3 l) 13.84 US qt (13.1 l) 21.12 US gal...
... temperature roller bearing grease MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Premium unleaded gasoline Minimum Posted Octane 91 (Avg. of CLS 500 CLS 55 AMG Capacity approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) approx. 3.0 oz (85 g) each 1.1 US qt (1.05 l) 11.9 US qt (11.3 l) 13.84 US qt (13.1 l) 21.12 US gal...
Owner's Manual
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... ->MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as determined by a standardized method. Sidewall ( page 333) 476 CLS 55 AMG with steering wheel gearshift control and manual shift program: in addition to S and C (for sporty S or comfortable C operation), you can use M for increased braking safety...
... ->MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as determined by a standardized method. Sidewall ( page 333) 476 CLS 55 AMG with steering wheel gearshift control and manual shift program: in addition to S and C (for sporty S or comfortable C operation), you can use M for increased braking safety...
Owner's Manual
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... (Limp-Home Mode) 190 Gear ranges 181 Gear selector lever position 178 Gear shifting malfunctions 190 Kickdown 180 Kickdown, manual shift program (CLS 55 AMG) 190 Manual shift program mode (CLS 55 AMG) 188 Manual shifting 183 One-touch gearshifting 183 Program mode selector switch 182 Selector lever position 176 Starting the engine 49 Winter program...
... (Limp-Home Mode) 190 Gear ranges 181 Gear selector lever position 178 Gear shifting malfunctions 190 Kickdown 180 Kickdown, manual shift program (CLS 55 AMG) 190 Manual shift program mode (CLS 55 AMG) 188 Manual shifting 183 One-touch gearshifting 183 Program mode selector switch 182 Selector lever position 176 Starting the engine 49 Winter program...