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... program ...One-touch gearshifting ...Program mode indicator ...Program mode selector switch (automatic shift program) ...Program mode selector switch (manual shift program) ...Shifting procedure ...Steering wheel gearshift control ...Transmission position indicator ...Transmission positions ...AUX socket ...Axle oils ...102 104 108 107 105 105 105 107 102 106 103 103 158 297... pads Messages in the multifunction display ...238 Seite 5 Version: 2.11.8.1 Index Gear selector lever ...Kickdown ...Kickdown (manual shift program) . . 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
... program ...One-touch gearshifting ...Program mode indicator ...Program mode selector switch (automatic shift program) ...Program mode selector switch (manual shift program) ...Shifting procedure ...Steering wheel gearshift control ...Transmission position indicator ...Transmission positions ...AUX socket ...Axle oils ...102 104 108 107 105 105 105 107 102 106 103 103 158 297... pads Messages in the multifunction display ...238 Seite 5 Version: 2.11.8.1 Index Gear selector lever ...Kickdown ...Kickdown (manual shift program) . . 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
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... Maximum cooling MAX COOL ...150 Residual heat and ventilation ...151 Temperature ...147 Clock ...28 Cockpit ...27 Cold tire inflation pressure ...206 Collapsible tire (spare wheel) ...296 Collapsible wheel chock ...225 COMAND system see separate COMAND system operating instructions Combination switch ...89 Control system ...110 Multifunction display ...111 Multifunction steering...of Transportation see DOT Difficulties While driving ...99 With starting ...98 Digital speedometer ...113 Dimensions (vehicle) see Vehicle specification 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
... Maximum cooling MAX COOL ...150 Residual heat and ventilation ...151 Temperature ...147 Clock ...28 Cockpit ...27 Cold tire inflation pressure ...206 Collapsible tire (spare wheel) ...296 Collapsible wheel chock ...225 COMAND system see separate COMAND system operating instructions Combination switch ...89 Control system ...110 Multifunction display ...111 Multifunction steering...of Transportation see DOT Difficulties While driving ...99 With starting ...98 Digital speedometer ...113 Dimensions (vehicle) see Vehicle specification 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
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219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 8 Version: 2.11.8.1 8 Index Emission control ...213 Information label ...289 System warranties ...19 Engine Break-in recommendations ...176 Cleaning ...... of vehicle ...26 F Fastening the seat belts ...47 First aid kit ...224 Flat tire ...271 Lowering the vehicle ...276 Mounting the spare wheel ...272 Preparing the vehicle ...271 Spare wheel ...271, 296 Floormats ...173 Fluids Automatic transmission fluid ...297 Brake fluid ...297 Capacities ...296 Engine coolant ...297 Engine oil ...297 Power steering...
219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 8 Version: 2.11.8.1 8 Index Emission control ...213 Information label ...289 System warranties ...19 Engine Break-in recommendations ...176 Cleaning ...... of vehicle ...26 F Fastening the seat belts ...47 First aid kit ...224 Flat tire ...271 Lowering the vehicle ...276 Mounting the spare wheel ...272 Preparing the vehicle ...271 Spare wheel ...271, 296 Floormats ...173 Fluids Automatic transmission fluid ...297 Brake fluid ...297 Capacities ...296 Engine coolant ...297 Engine oil ...297 Power steering...
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219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 9 Version: 2.11.8.1 Index Fuel tank Capacity ...Fuel filler flap and cap ...Refueling ...Fuses ...297 177 176 284 Headlamps ... ...77 Adjustment ...77, 79 Comfort head restraint ...79 Folding back ...80 NECK-PRO active front head restraints ...50 Rear seat head restraints ...80 Heated steering wheel ...83 Height adjustment Seat belt outlet ...48 Seats ...77 Vehicle level control ...138 High-beam flasher ...90 High-beam headlamps ...90, 267 Indicator lamp ...28...
219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 9 Version: 2.11.8.1 Index Fuel tank Capacity ...Fuel filler flap and cap ...Refueling ...Fuses ...297 177 176 284 Headlamps ... ...77 Adjustment ...77, 79 Comfort head restraint ...79 Folding back ...80 NECK-PRO active front head restraints ...50 Rear seat head restraints ...80 Heated steering wheel ...83 Height adjustment Seat belt outlet ...48 Seats ...77 Vehicle level control ...138 High-beam flasher ...90 High-beam headlamps ...90, 267 Indicator lamp ...28...
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219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 11 Version: 2.11.8.1... see Children in the vehicle License plate lamps Messages in the multifunction display ...248 Replacing bulbs ...267 Light alloy wheels, cleaning ...220 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting ...86 Daytime running lamp mode ...88 Exterior ...87 Interior ...91...Mechanical key see Key, Mechanical Media interface ...158 Memory function ...85 Menus see Control system menus Minispare wheel see Spare wheel Mirrors ...84 Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ...84 Exterior rear view mirror parking position ...85 Exterior ...
219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 11 Version: 2.11.8.1... see Children in the vehicle License plate lamps Messages in the multifunction display ...248 Replacing bulbs ...267 Light alloy wheels, cleaning ...220 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting ...86 Daytime running lamp mode ...88 Exterior ...87 Interior ...91...Mechanical key see Key, Mechanical Media interface ...158 Memory function ...85 Menus see Control system menus Minispare wheel see Spare wheel Mirrors ...84 Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ...84 Exterior rear view mirror parking position ...85 Exterior ...
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... Tire inflation pressure ...235, 250 Tire pressure monitor ...236 Tires ...235, 250 TPMS ...236, 250 Trunk ...241 Turn signals ...250 Washer fluid ...242 Multifunction steering wheel Adjustment ...82 Buttons ...110 Cleaning ...220 Easy-entry/exit feature ...83, 124 Gearshift control ...106 Heating ...83 Memory function ...85 Overview ...29 N Navigation menu ...117... Classification System see OCS (Occupant Classification System) Occupant distribution ...207 Occupant safety Air bags ...37 Children and air bags ...37 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
... Tire inflation pressure ...235, 250 Tire pressure monitor ...236 Tires ...235, 250 TPMS ...236, 250 Trunk ...241 Turn signals ...250 Washer fluid ...242 Multifunction steering wheel Adjustment ...82 Buttons ...110 Cleaning ...220 Easy-entry/exit feature ...83, 124 Gearshift control ...106 Heating ...83 Memory function ...85 Overview ...29 N Navigation menu ...117... Classification System see OCS (Occupant Classification System) Occupant distribution ...207 Occupant safety Air bags ...37 Children and air bags ...37 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
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219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 15 Version: 2.11.8.1 Index Service and warranty information ...19 Service intervals see Maintenance System, Service indicator... switch positions KEYLESS-GO ...76 SmartKey ...76 Starting difficulties (engine) ...98 Starting the engine ...97 Steering column see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjustment Steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift control ...106 Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ...169 Storage compartments ...158 Storing tires ...199 Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof Sunshade Rear...
219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - Seite 15 Version: 2.11.8.1 Index Service and warranty information ...19 Service intervals see Maintenance System, Service indicator... switch positions KEYLESS-GO ...76 SmartKey ...76 Starting difficulties (engine) ...98 Starting the engine ...97 Steering column see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjustment Steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift control ...106 Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ...169 Storage compartments ...158 Storing tires ...199 Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof Sunshade Rear...
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... Redialing ...127 Temperature Coolant ...109 Interior temperature ...147 Outside ...113, 120 Tether anchorage points see Children in the vehicle Tie-down hooks ...157 Tightening torque Wheels ...277 TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...207 Tire and Loading Information placard ...193 Tire and loading terminology ...205 Tire Identification Number see TIN Tire inflation pressure... Monitoring System (TPMS) ...188 TPMS low tire pressure/ malfunction telltale ...259 Traction ...199, 207 Tread ...207 Tread depth ...198, 208 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
... Redialing ...127 Temperature Coolant ...109 Interior temperature ...147 Outside ...113, 120 Tether anchorage points see Children in the vehicle Tie-down hooks ...157 Tightening torque Wheels ...277 TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...207 Tire and Loading Information placard ...193 Tire and loading terminology ...205 Tire Identification Number see TIN Tire inflation pressure... Monitoring System (TPMS) ...188 TPMS low tire pressure/ malfunction telltale ...259 Traction ...199, 207 Tread ...207 Tread depth ...198, 208 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
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..., cleaning ...221 Useful features ...160 V Valet locking ...75 Vehicle Battery ...278 Care ...215 Control system ...110 Identification Number (VIN) ...288 Locking/unlocking ...66 Lowering (wheel change) ...276 Modifications and alterations, Operating safety ...21 Towing ...281 Unlocking/locking manually ...261 Vehicle dimensions see Vehicle specification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...288 Vehicle... ...155 Terminology ...205 Vehicle maximum load on the tire ...208 Vehicle specification CLS 550 ...290 CLS 63 AMG ...290 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
..., cleaning ...221 Useful features ...160 V Valet locking ...75 Vehicle Battery ...278 Care ...215 Control system ...110 Identification Number (VIN) ...288 Locking/unlocking ...66 Lowering (wheel change) ...276 Modifications and alterations, Operating safety ...21 Towing ...281 Unlocking/locking manually ...261 Vehicle dimensions see Vehicle specification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...288 Vehicle... ...155 Terminology ...205 Vehicle maximum load on the tire ...208 Vehicle specification CLS 550 ...290 CLS 63 AMG ...290 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
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... Washing the vehicle ...215 Wear pattern (tires) ...200 Weights (vehicle) see Vehicle specification Wheel Changing ...271 Removing ...274 Spare ...271 Tightening torque ...277 Wheels, sizes ...291 Wheels, Tires and ...182 Window curtain air bags ...41 Windows see Power windows Windows, cleaning ......219 Windshield Cleaning wiper blades ...219 Defogging ...150 Washer fluid ...302 Wipers ...92 Windshield wipers Replacing wiper blades ...270 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009...
... Washing the vehicle ...215 Wear pattern (tires) ...200 Weights (vehicle) see Vehicle specification Wheel Changing ...271 Removing ...274 Spare ...271 Tightening torque ...277 Wheels, sizes ...291 Wheels, Tires and ...182 Window curtain air bags ...41 Windows see Power windows Windows, cleaning ......219 Windshield Cleaning wiper blades ...219 Defogging ...150 Washer fluid ...302 Wipers ...92 Windshield wipers Replacing wiper blades ...270 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009...
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... vehicle. Some safety systems only function while the engine is a safe distance from the road Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ wheels for further inspection or repairs. Other improper work or modifications on other qualified maintenance or repair facility for possible damage. For details,...One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for vehicles with the vehicle to make it towed to an area which is running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole. 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05...
... vehicle. Some safety systems only function while the engine is a safe distance from the road Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ wheels for further inspection or repairs. Other improper work or modifications on other qualified maintenance or repair facility for possible damage. For details,...One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for vehicles with the vehicle to make it towed to an area which is running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole. 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05...
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Seite 25 Version: 2.11.8.1 25 Exterior view ...Cockpit ...Instrument cluster ...Multifunction steering wheel ...Center console ...Door control panel ...Overhead control panel ...26 27 28 29 31 32 33 At a glance 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
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... : Trunk: Locking and unlocking Opening and closing Valet locking ; = ? 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - A Rear lamps Rear window defroster Fuel filler flap Doors: Locking and unlocking Towing eyes Tires and wheels Page 66 71, 72 75 267 151 176 66, 261 282 182 H I G D E F Function Rims...
... : Trunk: Locking and unlocking Opening and closing Valet locking ; = ? 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - A Rear lamps Rear window defroster Fuel filler flap Doors: Locking and unlocking Towing eyes Tires and wheels Page 66 71, 72 75 267 151 176 66, 261 282 182 H I G D E F Function Rims...
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... Cockpit Cockpit 27 Function : Combination switch: Turn signals Wipers High beam Cruise control lever: Cruise control Distronic Steering wheel gearshift control Multifunction steering wheel Instrument cluster Horn Lever for Voice Control System1 Front Parktronic warning indicator Page E 89 92 90 127 133 105 29... stalk Heated steering wheel Parking brake pedal Parking brake release Exterior lamp switch Door control panel On-board diagnostics (OBD) socket Hood lock release lever Page 143 33 158 ; 31 76 82 83 100 100 87 32 = ? 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - A...
... Cockpit Cockpit 27 Function : Combination switch: Turn signals Wipers High beam Cruise control lever: Cruise control Distronic Steering wheel gearshift control Multifunction steering wheel Instrument cluster Horn Lever for Voice Control System1 Front Parktronic warning indicator Page E 89 92 90 127 133 105 29... stalk Heated steering wheel Parking brake pedal Parking brake release Exterior lamp switch Door control panel On-board diagnostics (OBD) socket Hood lock release lever Page 143 33 158 ; 31 76 82 83 100 100 87 32 = ? 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - A...
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... Page 111 125 125 125 125 125 H 119 114 = 110 3 4 Function only available in telephone menu. Seite 29 Version: 2.11.8.1 Multifunction steering wheel Function ; Engine malfunction indicator lamp, Canada only h Combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale, USA only h Low tire pressure telltale, Canada only G Fuel... with: 6 Fuel tank reserve warning lamp Reset button for: Resetting trip odometer Adjusting instrument cluster illumination Page 257 29 Multifunction steering wheel 188, 259 190, 259 256 110 109 Function : ; AMG vehicles only. 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe...
... Page 111 125 125 125 125 125 H 119 114 = 110 3 4 Function only available in telephone menu. Seite 29 Version: 2.11.8.1 Multifunction steering wheel Function ; Engine malfunction indicator lamp, Canada only h Combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale, USA only h Low tire pressure telltale, Canada only G Fuel... with: 6 Fuel tank reserve warning lamp Reset button for: Resetting trip odometer Adjusting instrument cluster illumination Page 257 29 Multifunction steering wheel 188, 259 190, 259 256 110 109 Function : ; AMG vehicles only. 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe...
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Seite 30 Version: 2.11.8.1 30 Multifunction steering wheel Function Press button & or * briefly: to move within a menu to select previous or next track, scene or stored station within Audio/DVD menu to switch ... menu to start the quick search in the phone book within Telephone menu Page At a glance 116 125 116 125 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
Seite 30 Version: 2.11.8.1 30 Multifunction steering wheel Function Press button & or * briefly: to move within a menu to select previous or next track, scene or stored station within Audio/DVD menu to switch ... menu to start the quick search in the phone book within Telephone menu Page At a glance 116 125 116 125 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 -
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219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - A B C D E Ashtray KEYLESS-GO start/stop button Gear selector lever Parktronic system deactivation switch Adaptive Damping System (ADS) switch Vehicle ... Page 162 76 102 139 ? 137 138 135 135 105 A : ; = Function Inside door handle Seat adjustment Memory function (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings) Exterior rear view mirror adjustment Switches for opening/ closing front and rear side windows Trunk opening switch, trunk opening/closing system Page 70 78...
219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - A B C D E Ashtray KEYLESS-GO start/stop button Gear selector lever Parktronic system deactivation switch Adaptive Damping System (ADS) switch Vehicle ... Page 162 76 102 139 ? 137 138 135 135 105 A : ; = Function Inside door handle Seat adjustment Memory function (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings) Exterior rear view mirror adjustment Switches for opening/ closing front and rear side windows Trunk opening switch, trunk opening/closing system Page 70 78...
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...of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. If you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to reduce the potential of injury and fatality in certain Rfrontal Rside To ...breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the engine was started on the steering wheel must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. The distance from the center of the driver... air bag. Air bags G Warning! 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - This dust, however, is necessary to modify an air bag system to your...
...of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. If you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to reduce the potential of injury and fatality in certain Rfrontal Rside To ...breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the engine was started on the steering wheel must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. The distance from the center of the driver... air bag. Air bags G Warning! 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - This dust, however, is necessary to modify an air bag system to your...
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...recommended for air bag deployment (window curtain air bags) Rrollovers Only in the event of the steering wheel rim. There is a possibility for a side impact air bagrelated injury if occupants, especially children,...the driver front air bag inflates. Failure to have any difficulties, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you or other occupants. The driver and passengers should never place their... the door where the side impact air bag inflates. 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - RKeep hands on the outside of such a situation will ...
...recommended for air bag deployment (window curtain air bags) Rrollovers Only in the event of the steering wheel rim. There is a possibility for a side impact air bagrelated injury if occupants, especially children,...the driver front air bag inflates. Failure to have any difficulties, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you or other occupants. The driver and passengers should never place their... the door where the side impact air bag inflates. 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - RKeep hands on the outside of such a situation will ...
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....gov/HazardousWaste/ Perchlorate/index.cfm. on or near SRS components and wiring. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RFor Safety and security severely weaken them . Air bags are designed to have...trims. not install additional electrical/ electronic equipment on a one-time-only basis. over the steering wheel hub, front passenger front air bag cover, outboard sides of others, when scrapping the air bag...air bags repaired. your local government's disposal guidelines. 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - free of the SRS. An air bag or ETD ...
....gov/HazardousWaste/ Perchlorate/index.cfm. on or near SRS components and wiring. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RFor Safety and security severely weaken them . Air bags are designed to have...trims. not install additional electrical/ electronic equipment on a one-time-only basis. over the steering wheel hub, front passenger front air bag cover, outboard sides of others, when scrapping the air bag...air bags repaired. your local government's disposal guidelines. 219_AKB; 4; 54, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:21:02+02:00 - free of the SRS. An air bag or ETD ...