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Operator’s Manual
CLK-Class
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Order No. 6515 1326 13 Part No. 209 584 98 96 USA Edition A 2008
CLK-Class
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CLK 350 CLK 550 CLK63AMG
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Our company and staff congratulate you Please read this manual carefully, then on the purchase of your new return it to your vehicle where it will be Mercedes-Benz. handy for your reference. Your selection of our product is a demon- Please follow the recommendations stration of your trust in our company contained in this manual. They are de- name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your signed to acquaint you with the opera- desire to own an automobile that will be as tion of your Mercedes-Benz.
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Contents Introduction.......................................... 9 At a glance .......................................... 21 Getting started................................... 35 Product information................................ 9 Exterior view (Coupe) ........................... 22 Unlocking ............................................. 36 Operator’s Manual............................... 10 Exterior view (Cabriolet) ....................... 24 Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 36 Service an
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Contents Seat ventilation*.......................... 126 Safety and Security ........................... 63 Controls in detail............................... 99 Memory function ............................... 127 Occupant safety................................... 64 Locking and unlocking....................... 100 Storing positions into memory..... 128 Air bags .......................................... 65 SmartKey ..................................... 100 Recalling positions from memory. 128 Oc
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Contents Standard display menu ................ 147 Good visibility..................................... 185 Setting the temperature ............... 204 AMG menu ................................... 148 Headlamp cleaning system*......... 185 Adjusting air distribution .............. 205 AUDIO menu ................................ 151 Rear view mirrors.......................... 185 Adjusting air volume ..................... 206 Navi* menu.................................. 153 Sun visors ..........
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Contents Power windows.................................. 250 Loading.............................................. 275 Operation ......................................... 307 Opening and closing the windows 250 Roof rack (CLK coupe only).......... 275 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ........ 308 Synchronizing power windows ..... 252 Ski bag* (Canada only) ................ 276 Driving instructions ........................... 309 Summer opening feature.............. 253 Split rear bench seat Drive
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Contents At the gas station .............................. 320 Maximum tire inflation pressure ... 355 Practical hints .................................. 377 Refueling...................................... 320 Uniform Tire Quality Grading What to do if …? ................................. 378 Check regularly Standards (U.S. vehicles).............. 356 Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 378 and before a long trip................... 322 Tire ply material ............................ 357 Lamp i
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Contents Resetting activated head restraints ... 440 Towing the vehicle ............................. 469 Electrical system ............................... 487 Resetting Towing the vehicle ....................... 469 Main dimensions and weights ........... 488 activated head restraints.............. 440 Installing towing eye bolt ............. 470 Main dimensions.......................... 488 Replacing SmartKey batteries............ 441 Fuses ................................................. 472
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Introduction Product information Product information Please observe the following in your own We are unable to make an assessment for Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as best interest: other products and therefore cannot be conversion parts and accessories held responsible for them, even if in indi- approved by us are available at any We recommend using Genuine vidual cases an official approval or authori- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion
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Introduction Operator’s Manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great We continuously strive to improve our Service and warranty information deal of useful information. We urge you to product, and ask for your understanding The Service and Warranty Information read it carefully and familiarize yourself that we reserve the right to make changes Booklet contains detailed information with the vehicle before driving. in design and equipment. Therefore, infor- about the warranties covering your
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Important notice for California retail (1) the same substantial defect or mal- (3) the vehicle is out of service by reason buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz function results in a condition that is of repair of the same or different sub- automobiles likely to cause death or serious bodily stantial defects or malfunctions for a injury if the vehicle is driven, that de- cumulative total of more than Under California law you may be entitled to fect or malfunction
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Maintenance Roadside Assistance Change of address or ownership The Maintenance Booklet describes all the The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance If you change your address, be sure to necessary maintenance work which should Program provides factory trained technical send in the “Change of Address Notice” be performed at regular intervals. help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to found in the Service and Warranty the toll-free Roadside Assistance number Informati
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Operating your vehicle outside the USA Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail- or Canada able for delivery in Europe under our Euro- pean Delivery Program. For details, consult If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or eign countries, please be aware that: write to: service facilities or replacement parts In the USA: may not be readily available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat- European
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Introduction Where to find it This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro- Controls in detail Technical data vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section Here you will find detailed information All important technical data for your vehi- has its own reference color. about the equipment installed in your vehi- cle can be found in this section. cle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes techni- At a glance cal innovations. I
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Introduction Symbols Symbols Trademarks: The following symbols are found in this This symbol points to instructions for Operator’s Manual: you to follow. ® ESP is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. * Optional equipment is identified A number of these symbols appearing with an asterisk. Since standard in succession indicates a multiple-step ® HomeLink is a registered trademark equipment varies between models, procedure. of Prince, a Johnson Controls the descriptions and i
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Introduction Operating safety Proper use of the vehicle Warning! G Warning! G Proper use of the vehicle requires that you Work improperly carried out on electronic Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody are familiar with the following information components and associated software could or tires/wheels, for example when running and rules: cause them to cease functioning. Because over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, the safety precautions in this manual the vehicle’s electronic c
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Introduction Problems with your vehicle Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:
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Introduction Reporting safety defects For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Merced
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Introduction Vehicle data recording Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. DaimlerChrysler may acc
