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CLK-Class Coupé
Operator’s Manual
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J_C208_II.book Seite 2 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG
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J_C208_II.book Seite 3 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and for your safety and
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J_C208_II.book Seite 1 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Panic button ................................. 32 Seat belts ...........................................58 Introduction Mechanical keys .......................... 32 Seat belt nonusage Product information .......................... 7 warning system ............................59 Doors ................................................. 33 TM Operator’s manual ............................. 8 BabySmart airbag Central locking switch .........
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J_C208_II.book Seite 2 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Contents 2 Multifunction steering wheel, Exterior lamp switch ...................... 116 Interior lighting ............................. 151 multifunction display .................90 Night security illumination ..........117 Rear window sunshade .................152 Trip and main odometer Headlamp cleaning system ........... 118 Sun visors ....................................... 152 and sub menu ..............................94 Combinatio
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J_C208_II.book Seite 3 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Driving off ................................... 205 Driving Instrument cluster display Parking ........................................ 206 Control and operation of Malfunction and Tires ............................................. 206 radio transmitters ..................... 176 indicator lamps in the Snow chains ............................... 209 instrument cluster ....................226 The first 1 000 miles Winter driving (1 500
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J_C208_II.book Seite 4 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Contents 4 Malfunction and STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. .......... 241 Windshield and headlamp indicator lamps in the washer fluid mixing ratio .........256 ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 242 center console ...........................231 Spare wheel, vehicle tools, ELEC. STABIL. PROGRAM. AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .....231 storage compartment ................257 (Electronic stability Malfunction and program) ..............................
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J_C208_II.book Seite 5 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Emergency operation of Window cleaning ....................... 295 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. – sliding/pop-up roof ...................286 capacities ...................................305 Wiper blade ................................ 295 Manual release for Engine oils ......................................307 Light alloy wheels ..................... 295 fuel filler flap .............................287 Engine oil additives .........
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J_C208_II.book Seite 7 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Product information Kindly observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for
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J_C208_II.book Seite 8 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Introduction 8 Operator’s manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused
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J_C208_II.book Seite 9 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one ore more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. D
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J_C208_II.book Seite 10 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Introduction 10 Roadside assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number: 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Pro
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J_C208_II.book Seite 11 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, • unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts, • gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage. Certain M
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J_C208_II.book Seite 12 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Introduction 12 We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and il
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J_C208_II.book Seite 13 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Where to find it The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections: • Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat. •Operation: Information on the vehicle’s equipment and its operation. •Driving: Important information on driving. • Instrument cluster display: Displays and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions. •Practical hints: Assistance and instructi
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J_C208_II.book Seite 14 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Introduction 14 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 your 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
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J_C208_II.book Seite 15 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 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
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J_C208_II.book Seite 17 Donnerstag, 31. Mai 2001 10:13 10 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls ............... 18 Center console ..............................20 Overhead control panel ............... 21 Contents – Instruments and controls 17 Instruments Instrument Technical Operation Driving Practical hints Car care Index and controls cluster display data
