2001 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual
2001 Mercedes CL-Class Manual
2001 Mercedes CL-Class manual content summary:
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CL Operator's Manual - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 2
CL 500 CL 55 AMG CL 600 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 3
as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz. • Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Introduction Product information ...7 Operator's manual ...8 Where to find it ...13 Reporting Safety Defects ...15 front seat head restraints ...71 Backrest ...72 Lumbar support ...74 Multicontour backrest ...74 Seat heater ...76 Seat ventilation system ...79 Power head restraints, rear ...81 Seat - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 5
(DTR) ...133 Trip computer ...134 Malfunction/warning message memory ...136 Individual settings ...138 Setting the audio volume ...146 Flexible service system (FSS) ...147 Tire inflation pressure monitor ...150 Engine oil level indicator ...154 Engine oil consumption ...155 Exterior lamp switch - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 6
off the engine ...227 Automatic transmission ...229 Parking brake ...238 Driving instructions ...239 Drive sensibly - save fuel ...239 Drinking and driving ... board diagnostic system ...290 Check engine malfunction indicator lamp ...290 Brake warning lamp ...292 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 7
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) ...298 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ...298 BATTERY /ALTERNATOR ...299 ENTRANCE POSITION ...300 BRAKE Coolant level ...333 Adding coolant ...333 Windshield and headlamp washer system ...334 Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio ...334 Spare - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 8
-GO-card ...366 Emergency engine shut-down ...368 Fuel filler flap, manual release ...368 Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof ...369 Replacing wiper turn signal lenses ...377 Cleaning the Distronic system sensor ...378 Cleaning the parktronic system sensors ...378 Wiper blades ...379 Light - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Contents 6 Technical data Spare parts service ...384 Warranty coverage ...384 Identification labels ...385 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...387 Technical data ...388 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ...393 Engine oils ...395 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 10
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 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 11
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 by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 12
your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its is presumed for a retail buyer (1) if the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 13
the next operator. If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 14
operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, • unleaded gasoline rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever Operator's Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator's Manual and Service Booklet - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Where to find it The Operator's Manual is divided into eight sections: • Instruments and controls: An overview of and instructions in the event of an emergency. • Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle. • Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 17
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 at the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 18
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 19
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...20 Overhead control panel ...21 Dashboard ...22 Center console ...24 Contents - Instruments and control Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 17 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 18 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Instruments and controls 3 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 22
1 Door control panel, see page 20 2 Overhead control panel, see page 21 3 Dashboard, see page 22 4 Center console, see page 24 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 19 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 23
Driving Instrument cluster display 20 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Door seat adjustment, see page 67 5 Exterior mirror adjustment, see page 107 Exterior mirrors, electrically folding, see page 109 6 Power windows, see page 178 7 Switch for rear door - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 24
for Tele Aid, telephone and voice recognition system 1 5 Rear view mirror, see page 106 6 Garage door opener, see page 202 2 3 4 5 6 P82.00-2030-27 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 21 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 22 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Dashboard 16 1 17 13 2 11 3 10 4 5 12 14 18 19 20 21 18 22 23 15 17 3 6 9 7 8 P68.10-2434-29 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 26
position 1 or 2) 13 Instrument cluster, see page 114 14 Voice recognition system switch, see separate operating instructions 15 Starter switch, see page 222 16 Right front parktronic warning indicator, see Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 23 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 27
cluster display 24 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and system, see page 62 Switch for tow-away alarm, see page 64 8 Parking assist (parktronic system) deactivation, see page 279 9 Rear window sunshade, see page 186 10 COMAND system, see separate operating instructions - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 28
265 17 Distronic (DTR) - thumbwheel for setting distance, see page 265 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 25 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Car care Technical data Index Contents - Operation Operation Vehicle keys ...28 Start lock-out ...32 General notes on the central locking system ...33 Central locking system Backrest ...72 Lumbar support ...74 Multicontour backrest ...74 Seat heater ...76 Seat ventilation system ...79 Power head - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 30
message memory ...136 Individual settings ...138 Setting the audio volume ...146 Flexible service system (FSS) ...147 Tire inflation pressure monitor ...150 Engine oil level indicator and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 27 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 31
cluster display 28 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Vehicle keys and KEYLESS-GO- KEYLESS-GO-card, electronic keys or mechanical keys, please, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) as - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 32
26 Remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to trunk or storage compartments lock them separately and retain compartment locks. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 29 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 33
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 30 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Electronic reserve key The electronic reserve key (1) works only in the starter switch. There are no batteries inside the electronic reserve key. The - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 34
system requiring a special key manufacturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys or the KEYLESSGO-card can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 31 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 35
cluster display 32 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Start lock-out Important! Operating be started (vehicle's battery is in order), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FORMERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 36
system only: A KEYLESS-GO-card must be recognized by the system as being outside the vehicle to enable the vehicle to be Note: If neither the remote control nor KEYLESS-GO system functions, use the mechanical key to unlock or lock system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 34 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Central locking system 4 Radio frequency and infrared remote control The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 38
6 Infrared receiver in driver's door handle 7 Infrared receiver in passenger door handle Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 35 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 39
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 36 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Locking and unlocking with remote control Unlocking: Press transmit button Œ. All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 40
locked. Notes: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 53. Vehicles with optional trunk lid opening/closing system (see page 58): The switch operated opening/closing procedure can be immediately halted by pressing button Š on the electronic main key. Central - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 41
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 38 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system KEYLESS-GO Important! For the KEYLESS-GO-system to function properly, the operator should observe the following: • The driver should carry the KEYLESS - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 42
a reminder, see page 318. Important In the case of a malfunction in the KEYLESS-GO-system, we recommend that you carry the electronic key plus mechanical key with you and keep them trunk. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 39 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 40 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Locking and unlocking with KEYLESS-GO-card Unlocking: Grasp either door handle. All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 44
or trunk is not properly closed, or the KEYLESS-GO-card is still in the vehicle. Check the multifunction display, see page 318. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 41 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 42 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Notes: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 53. The vehicle cannot be centrally unlocked via the trunk lid - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 46
choose between the selective or global opening mode press and hold button (1) until the indicator lamp at the requested symbol (2) or (3) comes on. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 43 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 47
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 44 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Simultaneous use of electronic key and KEYLESS-GO-card When using the electronic key and the KEYLESS-GOcard at the same time, the electronic key - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 48
) The sliding/pop-up roof and the side windows can be closed. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 45 Continue to press transmit button ‹ of movement press Œ for opening or ‹ for closing. Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 49
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 46 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Note: If the windows and sliding/pop-up roof cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit button of the remote control then it may - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 50
locks. Notes: The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the mechanical in starter switch. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 47 Practical - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 48 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Doors 2 3 1 P80.30-2131-26 1 Opening - pull handle 2 Unlocking driver's door 3 Locking driver's door Important! The mechanical key does not operate - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 52
. When opening a door while the central locking system is in the: • selective unlocking mode, only again. In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually. To system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 49 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 53
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 50 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid The doors and the trunk lid close automatically if: • the doors are positioned against the lock, • the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 54
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 51 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 55
hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Automatic central locking With the automatic central locking system activated, position, see page 224), the vehicle doors will lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel spin at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 56
with the vehicle. Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually. To unlock and open the trunk lid, The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. When unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key, the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 57
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 54 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key; or (vehicles with KEYLESS- - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 58
Vehicles without trunk lid opening/closing system: Lower trunk lid using handle the lid and the vehicle. Vehicles with trunk lid opening/closing system: Press trunk lid button (2) briefly. The trunk lid closes system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 55 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Instrument cluster display 56 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Warning! To prevent possible personal trunk lid. In case of a malfunction the trunk lid can be opened and closed manually. To open, unlock trunk lid with the mechanical key and open lid by hand, - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 60
Trunk lid release switch (Vehicles without trunk lid opening/closing system) The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make switch is located on the driver's door. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 57 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 58 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Trunk lid opening/closing system (optional) To open trunk lid: Pull up on switch until trunk lid begins to open. The switch can now be released, the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 62
the trunk lid. In case of a malfunction the trunk lid can be opened and closed manually. To open, unlock trunk lid with the mechanical key and open lid by hand, see or inside the trunk. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 59 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 63
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 60 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Opening height restriction of trunk lid The trunk lid opening height can be restricted when transporting goods on a roof rack (e.g. presence of an MB - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 64
opens. The button will blink for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. The button will blink for 60 minutes after closing the trunk. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 61 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 62 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Antitheft alarm system Antitheft alarm system The antitheft alarm is armed within approx. 10 seconds after locking the vehicle with the remote control or the lock button at - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 66
KEYLESS-GO) when carrying the KEYLESS-GO-card, grasp the door handle or press the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever. Antitheft alarm system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 63 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Instruments and controls Tow-away alarm Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 64 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Tow-away alarm Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 68
(vehicles with KEYLESS-GO) at which time it is automatically reactivated. Tow-away alarm Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 65 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 66 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Easy-entry/exit feature Easy-entry/exit feature With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards to - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 70
also be operated with the electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0). Seats Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 67 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 71
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 68 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Note: Do not move cushion tilt Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are slightly supported. The switches are located in both doors. We recommend to adjust the power seat in - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 72
so that the back of the head is supported approximately at ear level. Adjust the head restraint using the switch if the preset position does not support the back of your head approximately at ear wheel/ and rear view mirror position see page 112. Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 73
as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion. Warning! Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 74
. For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. Do not drive the vehicle without the controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 71 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 75
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 72 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Backrest Warning! The seat place and the warning message is still displayed, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Folding forward: Lift release lever and fold - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 76
your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel, see page 68. Seats Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 73 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Instruments and controls Seats Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 74 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Lumbar support (optional) Multicontour backrest (optional) 2 1 3 1 P91.10-2089-26 4 The thumbwheels are located on the sides of the front seats. The seats have an - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 78
Some models may be equipped with multicontour seats. These seats have inflatable air cushions built into the backrests to provide additional lumbar and side support. Turn the electronic key in controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 75 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 79
display 76 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Seat heater The seat heaters can be switched on with the electronic key in starter switch positions 1 or 2. The buttons are located on each door. Notes: When in operation, the seat heater consumes a large amount of electrical power. It is - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 80
Press button (2). Both indicator lamps in the switch light up. P54.25-2131-26 The system switches over to normal heating mode automatically after approximately 5 minutes. Turning off the heater: controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 77 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 81
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 78 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Vehicles with seat ventilation function: Rapid heating mode: Press button (3) once. Both red indicator lamps above the button light up. The system switches over to normal heating mode automatically - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 82
manually with the electronic key in starter switch positions 1 or 2, or by the summer opening function, see page 45. Notes: When in operation, the seat ventilation system consumes a large amount of electrical Driving Instrument cluster display 79 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Seats Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 80 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Level 2 ventilation setting (middle go out. The seat ventilation is switched off. P54.25-2133-26 1 Manual activation: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Level - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 84
to position 1 or 2. Activate switch: 1 Place head restraints upright. 2 Fold head restraints backward. Seats Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 81 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 85
seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle's seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. A - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 86
position and the belt is properly positioned on the body. Seat belt nonusage warning system With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, a warning sounds for a short see page 382. Restraint systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 83 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 84 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Warning! Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 88
your passengers are properly restrained - even those sitting in the rear. Tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. P91.40-2001-27 P91.40-2063-27 1 3 2 Restraint systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 85 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 89
Instrument cluster display 86 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Operation of seat belts The inertia the belt buckle (2). Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate (1). Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. • Seat belts can - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 90
. • Never place your feet on the instrument panel or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat. Restraint systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 87 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Driving Instrument cluster display 88 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Warning! USE CHILD RESTRAINTS PROPERLY. Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat, which - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 92
is continuously lit, the system is not functioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any the deactivation system. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation system has been repaired. BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp. Restraint systems - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 90 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Supplemental restraint system (SRS) Airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts. Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus seat belts in impacts for which - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 94
will not be activated. The driver and passengers will then be protected by the fastened seat belts and inertia reel in the usual manner. Restraint systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 91 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 95
and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 92 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Airbags Front airbags 1 Driver airbag 2 Front passenger airbag The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the seat - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 96
in the system has been detected. The following system components are on). Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. In you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the system (SRS) indicator lamp. Restraint systems - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 94 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems The driver and passenger front airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts exceeding a preset threshold. The front passenger airbag - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 98
impact airbags 4 Window curtain airbags Note: Heavy objects on front passenger seat can cause the front passenger side impact airbag to deploy in a crash. Restraint systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 95 Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 99
cluster display 96 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Window curtain airbags The head protection dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 100
combination of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel. If you have any problems, please see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. • Do not lean with your head or chest close to the is occupied. Restraint systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 97 Practical - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 101
Instrument cluster display 98 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems • Occupants, especially children, should front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart TM compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 102
cost. Please contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Client Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details. Restraint systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 99 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 103
Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Mercedes-Benz Center. • Airbags and "ETR's" are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An airbag or emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) that was activated must be replaced. • No modifications of any kind may be made additional electrical/ - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 104
tensioning retractor, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. • Given the section in the Operator's Manual. Restraint systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 101 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 105
Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Infant and child restraint systems instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint. When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer's instructions - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 106
seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle's seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Infants - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 107
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Restraint systems Installation of infant and child restraint systems 104 1 P91.40-2205-26 This vehicle is provided with tether anchorages for a top tether strap at each of - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 108
mirror adjustment. See page 111 for notes on the memory function. 105 Steering wheel adjustment Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 109
display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Rear view mirrors Rear view mirrors Inside rear view mirror Manually adjust the mirror. come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system. In cases it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 110
left or right according to the setting desired. Note: The exterior rear view mirrors have electrically heated glass. The heater switches on automatically, depending on outside temperature. 3 4 P88.70- Operation Driving 107 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 111
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Rear view mirrors Parking position The passenger side exterior mirror can be adjusted and programmed to assist the driver during parking - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 112
Exterior mirrors, electrically folding Important! If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pushed forward (hit from the rear), it must be repositioned manually by applying firm pressure until it Operation Driving 109 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 113
controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Rear view mirrors Driver's not allow the liquid come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system. In cases it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 114
positions which can be retrieved by pressing the buttons (2) 2 Stored position buttons Memory function Instruments and controls Operation Driving 111 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 115
function Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 112 Recalling positions the desired position. You can also adjust the steering wheel, the exterior mirrors electrically and the interior rear-view mirror by hand for the driver's seat. See - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 116
as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion. Warning! Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 117
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instrument cluster Instrument cluster 114 P54.30-3528-29 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 118
positions on page 232 18 Digital clock To set the time, see COMAND operator's manual 19 Antilock brake system (ABS) malfunction indicator lamp, see page 294 20 High beam headlamp indicator, the door1. • Pressing button J on the instrument cluster1. Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 119
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instrument cluster • Turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. • Switching on the exterior lamps. 1 The instrument cluster is - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 120
the red zone. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! • Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which Operation Driving 117 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instrument cluster Speedometer (9) When the cruise control is activated, the segments on the speedometer scale between the set speed to the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 122
tachometer denotes excessive engine speed. Avoid this engine speed, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking. Instrument cluster - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 120 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 124
use the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to call up, control and set the following systems in the multifunction display: 1 Trip odometer and main odometer, see page 119 and page 124 Flexible service system (FSS), see page 147 Tire inflation pressure monitor, see page 150 Engine oil level - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 125
Car made while the vehicle is at standstill. 122 Note: The displays in the multifunction display can be set to German, English, French, Italian or Spanish language. See the "TEXT" individual setting on page 140 for instructions on changing the language setting. The displays for the audio systems - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 126
for instructions on answering an incoming call. P46.10-2100-27 Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the required system is displayed. The display advances by one system up additional displays in some systems by pressing the j or k button. 123 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 1 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 127
tire inflation pressure monitor and engine oil level indicator 124 1 Trip odometer and main odometer See page 119 for instructions on resetting the trip odometer. 2 FSS (Flexible service system), see page 147 3 Tire inflation pressure monitor, see page 150 4 Engine oil level indicator, see page 154 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 128
on the radio, see COMAND operator's manual. Press the è or ÿ button or station frequency. This depends on the selection made in the "STATION SEARCH USING" setting menu. system. Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Instruments and controls Operation Driving 125 Practical hints Car - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 129
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display CD player 126 1 Audio system is switched off. 2 The CD player is switched on. 3 The number of the CD currently playing is - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 130
in the center dashboard. To eject the inserted tape, press "EJT" on the COMAND system located in the center dashboard. Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Instruments and controls Operation Driving 127 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instrument cluster display - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Telephone Telephone book 128 1 The telephone is switched off. 2 The vehicle is currently outside the transmitter - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 132
telephone instructions manual. If display (2) appears, no service is available. Pressing j or k "browses" alphabetically forwards or backwards through the telephone book, providing it was previously downloaded. See telephone operator's manual or previous system. Multifunction steering wheel - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Redialing 130 1 The telephone is ready for use. 2 Number or name stored in the redial memory. 3 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 134
and display (1) appears. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system. Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Instruments and controls Operation Driving 131 Incoming call The call. Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 135
is switched on and destination guidance is active. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the required system is displayed. See the separate COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data System) instruction manual for notes on the navigation system. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 136
a vehicle is detected ahead. 4 Actual distance to vehicle ahead. 5 Should-be distance to vehicle ahead. 6 Own vehicle. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the required system is displayed. Distronic (DTR), see page 253. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 137
controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction (3) appears. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system. Note: The most recently selected display (1, 2 or 3) always appears the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 138
the J button in the instrument cluster until the values are reset to "0". Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Instruments and controls Operation Driving 135 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instrument cluster display - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 139
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Malfunction/warning message immediately. 1 There are no messages stored in the system. 2 Number of messages stored in the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 140
next or previous system. Important! Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and displayed to with respect to the operation of certain systems and do not replace the driver's responsibility the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 141
and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display controls the selection marker. R 4 See below for instructions on returning the setting menus to the factory settings. 5 Acknowledgment - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 142
"VEHICLE", see page 144. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system. Notes: These settings may only be performed with the vehicle at standstill and with the electronic and controls Operation Driving 139 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instrument cluster display - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display "INSTRUMENT CLUSTER" 140 3 R - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 144
clock, see separate COMAND operator's manual. 6 "TEXT" - sets button controls the selection marker. The settings made are stored and applied immediately. The individual the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system. To return menu "INSTRUMENT CLUSTER" (4 to 6) Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 145
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display "LIGHTING" 142 R 7 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 146
button controls the selection marker. The settings made are stored and applied immediately. The individual the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system. To return menu "LIGHTING" (4 to 7) to its menus will not be reset. 143 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Press the è or ÿ - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display "VEHICLE" (audio and central locking system) 144 R 5 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 148
ç button controls the selection marker. The settings made are stored and applied immediately. The individual setting Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system. To return menu "VEHICLE" (4 and 5) to its be reset. 145 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Setting the audio volume You can only adjust the volume of the system currently in use. The volume setting for each system (audio, telephone, navigation and voice - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 150
in the multifunction indicator prior to the next suggested service. Depending on operating conditions throughout the year, the next service is calculated and displayed in days or distance remaining. Flexible service system Instruments and controls Operation Driving 147 Instrument cluster display - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Car care Technical data Index Flexible service system The service indicator disappears automatically after 30 seconds or if button J on the instrument cluster is pressed. Calling up service indicator manually be added by your Mercedes-Benz Center. The interval between services is determined by the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 152
counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mercedes-Benz Center correct it. However you choose to set your reference numbers, the scheduled services as posted in the Service Booklet must be followed to properly care for your vehicle. Flexible service system Instruments and controls Operation Driving - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 153
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Tire inflation pressure object). In this case bring vehicle to a halt by carefully applying the service brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers. 150 Inquiry of present tire inflation pressure - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 154
the spare wheel, and page 345 for tire inflation pressure. Tire inflation pressure monitor Instruments and controls Operation Driving 151 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Tire inflation pressure monitor 152 Press and hold button J on the instrument cluster again until the message "TIRE PRESS. CONTROL - ACTIVATED!" - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 156
electronic sensors. Inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about retrofitting other than original Mercedes-Benz wheels with electronic sensors. Transporting a sensors, have tire changes only performed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For malfunction and warning messages, see page 312 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 157
or k on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the "WHEN MEASURING - CAR MUST BE LEVEL" engine oil level indicator appears. This indicator is only to the oil pan. The message "PERF. SERV. ON TIME" (perform service [engine oil level check] on time) will be displayed if the required waiting - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 158
331 for instructions on adding engine CL 500 and CL 55 AMG only: Perform the engine oil level check with the dipstick, if it cannot be completed via the multifunction display. See "Checking engine oil level", page 331. In this case we recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes-Benz made - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 159
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Exterior lamp switch Exterior lamp switch 156 ˆ Standing lamps, right (turn left one stop) , Standing lamps, left (turn left two stops) ‡ - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 160
The headlamps can be switched on and off manually or automatically, or switched to daytime running lamp mode. Manual operation: The low beam headlamps, parking lamps lamps and license plate lamps can still be switched on and off manually using the exterior lamp switch. Note: The headlamps will not be - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Exterior lamp switch Daytime a door. See "Individual settings" - "LIGHTING" on page 142 for instructions on how to activate the function. Deactivating night security illumination temporarily: Turn the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 162
" on page 142 for instructions on how to activate the function. Headlamp cleaning system 1 P54.25-2391-26 instructions on filling up the windshield/headlamp washer reservoir. Exterior lamp switch Instruments and controls Operation Driving 159 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Combination switch Combination switch Turn signal failure If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster than normal rate. 1 Low beam (exterior - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 164
Do not leave in intermittent setting when vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Wipers will operate in presence of water spray past resistance point: Windshield washer system, windshield wipers. See page 334 for instructions on filling the windshield/headlamp washer - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 165
hints Car Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 162 Windshield wipers smear If the windshield wipers smear the windshield, even during rain, activate the washer system as often as necessary. The fluid in the washer reservoir should be mixed in the correct ratio. See page 334 for instructions - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 166
left or right side turn signals will operate. The hazard warning flasher can be activated either manually via the switch located in the dashboard, or it is activated automatically at the time an controls Operation Driving 163 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic climate control Automatic climate control 164 8 2 7 9 1 3 4 5 6 10 11 12 3 P83.40-2266-29 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 168
clicked to the automatic position to provide practically draft free ventilation. Automatic climate control Instruments and controls Operation Driving 165 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 169
hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic climate control Display and controls 166 8 Air volume (automatic, manual) 9 left (automatic, manual operation) 13 Activated charcoal filter P83.40-2116-26 Important! This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioning system that uses R-134a - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 170
manually switched off. The automatic climate control only operates with the engine running. The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting. The temperature selected is reached as quickly as possible. The system checked by a Mercedes-Benz Center should this happen - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 171
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic climate control Basic setting - automatic mode 168 Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically. Set the temperature switches on the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 172
Special settings (use only for short duration) Air volume, manual P83.40-2257-21 Air distribution, manual: Press U button. The button pops out, the h, j and k symbols are visible. Turn the button up or down. Seven blower speeds can be selected. Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 173
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic climate control Defrosting 170 Windows fogged on the the defroster and windshield air outlets. Pressing the switch again returns the system to the previous setting. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 174
is on. Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. The system automatically switches from air recirculation to fresh air: • after 30 minutes if the outside temperature is above Operation Driving 171 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic climate control cancel, press e button. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. 172 The system switches automatically to the air recirculation mode, if the carbon monoxide (CO) or nitrogen - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 176
the windows could fog up on the inside. Switch off S mode. Automatic climate control Instruments and controls Operation Driving 173 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 177
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic climate control Residual engine heat utilization 174 The function switches off automatically: • if the electronic key in starter switch is - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 178
allow articles to obstruct the air outlet in the storage compartment. Automatic climate control Instruments and controls Operation Driving 175 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic climate control Rear window defroster Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2. To select: Press the F button in - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 180
open: Turn the wheel to the left. 1 3 2 P83.00-2014-26 Automatic climate control Instruments and controls Operation Driving 177 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Power windows 178 3 3 3 3 The control panel is located on the driver's door. Switches for: 1 left, front 2 right, front 3 left, - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 182
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 179 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Blocking of rear side window operation If no operation of the rear side windows by switch (for instance by - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 184
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 181 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Express opening and closing of sliding/pop-up roof To select a sunroof opening position, press the switch to resistance - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 186
of the sliding/pop-up roof. The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur, see page 369. P77.00-2048-26 Synchronizing the sliding/pop-up roof With Operation Driving 183 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Interior lighting 184 3 Right front reading lamp Press the button to switch the right reading lamp (8) on or off. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 188
function. The entry lamp switches off automatically when the door is closed. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 185 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 189
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Rear window sunshade (optional) 186 Always raise the sunshade fully for its support against the window frame. Warning! When operating the rear window - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 190
the vanity mirror. Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 187 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Interior Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing things. Put luggage - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 192
open The glove box can be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. See page 29 for instructions on how to remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key (e.g. for valet parking service). 4 The glove box lid is equipped with a container (4) for coins and small accessories. To open, press - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Storage compartment in front of armrest 190 Storage compartment below the front armrest 5 Storage compartment in front of armrest - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 194
lid down. To close: Close lid until both buttons (9) of lock engage. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 191 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Storage compartments in the rear passenger compartment 192 Coat hooks 1 P68.70-2002-26 Opening the storage space: Slide - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 196
a height where the contents could spill during vehicle maneuvers, especially hot liquids. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 193 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 197
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment 194 4 To close: Fold second cup holder in direction of arrow (3) until it engages. Press button (4) to unlock cup - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 198
during vehicle maneuvers, especially hot liquids. 5 Cup holder in rear seat armrest Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 195 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Ashtrays Center console To open: Briefly touch the mark on the cover, the ashtray opens automatically. To remove ashtray - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 200
insert. To install the insert: Position the insert and close the cover. 2 Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 197 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 201
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Lighter 198 Turn the : The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to a maximum 100 W. P68.20-2069-26 1 Center console lighter - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 202
. Observe the weight limit on the tab (arrow). 1 P68.00-2147-26 Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 199 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Cargo tie-down hooks 200 Parcel net in front passenger footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 204
the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle's electronic system, possibly resulting in an accident and personal injury. See separate instruction manual for instructions on how to operate the telephone. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 201 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 205
controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Garage door opener Garage contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 206
garage door opener could be equipped with the "rolling code feature". Garage door opener Instruments and controls Operation Driving 203 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 207
Car care Technical data Index Garage door opener Rolling code programming: To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions button, reference to garage door opener operator's manual. 2. Press "training" button on the garage - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 208
lamp blinks rapidly, will erase the codes of all three channels. Garage door opener Instruments and controls Operation Driving 205 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 209
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Infrared reflecting windshield Infrared reflecting windshield 206 Your vehicle is equipped with infrared reflecting glass which reduces the amount of radiated - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Infrared reflecting windshield 207 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Infrared reflecting windshield 208 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 212
...238 Driving instructions ...239 Drive system ...276 Parking assist (Parktronic) ...279 What you should know at the gas station ...284 Check regularly and before a long trip ...287 Contents - Driving Instruments and controls Operation Driving 207 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Control to drive the vehicle. Only operate the COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data System), radio or telephone1 if road and traffic conditions permit. Bear in mind instructions regarding use of an external antenna. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 214
by manually shifting service system (FSS) on page 147. We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Service Service Booklet at the designated times/ mileage may result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 215
Car care Technical data Index 210 Tele Aid Important! The initial activation of the Tele Aid system system consists of three types of response; automatic and manual emergency, roadside assistance and information. The Tele Aid system , Info Services* profile and more. * Optional System self-check - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 216
system self check. If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz . See below for instructions on initiating an emergency call manually. Once the emergency satellite location system), vehicle model, identification Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 217
Aid Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 212 The Tele Aid system is available if: • it has been activated and is operational. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services and cellular air time • the relevant cellular phone - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Initiating an emergency call manually 1 2 P82.95-2186-26 P82.95-2187-26 Briefly press on cover (1) - the cover will open. Press the SOS emergency call is concluded. Tele Aid Instruments and controls Operation Driving 213 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 219
to tow your vehicle to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as labor and/or towing charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual for more information. These programs are only available in the USA: • Sign and Drive services: Services such as jump start, a few gallons of - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 220
a voice connection is established the audio system mutes and the message "TELE AID - INFO CALL ACTIVE" appears in the multifunction display. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 221
one of the buttons or remain illuminated (in red) at any time, the Tele Aid system has detected a fault or the service is not currently active, and may not initiate a call. Visit your Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 222
system does not reset, contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada), or Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) in the USA or Customer Service 217 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 223
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 218 Remote door unlock In the case you have your vehicle locked unintentionally (e.g. key inside vehicle), and the reserve key is not handy, contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 224
vehicle tracking services In the event your vehicle was stolen, report the incident to the police who will issue a numbered incident report. Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle's Tele Aid system. Once the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 225
hints Car care Technical data Index Catalytic converter Catalytic converter Your Mercedes-Benz condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet. Caution! To prevent damage to system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 226
exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law. These systems, of course, will function properly only when maintained strictly service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing requirements. For details refer to the Service Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 227
cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 222 1 Most electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed information see respective subjects. 2 Driving position. Gear selector lever is unlocked. 3 Starting position. See page 227 for instructions on starting and turning - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 228
limited. It is therefore recommended that you turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in stopand-go traffic. This precaution the battery. Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system may be minimized by turning off the following power consumers Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Starter switch - and the brake pedal depressed. See page 227 for instructions on starting and turning off the engine. See page 44 for instructions on the simultaneous use of the electronic key and the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 230
" position (electronic key removable from starter switch). Most electrical consumers cannot be operated. The selector lever is locked pedal must also be depressed. Important! For the KEYLESS-GO-system to function properly, the operator should observe the following: • If Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Car care Technical data Index Starter switch - KEYLESS-GO • Do not forget, the engine can be started by anyone if a KEYLESS-GO-card is left inside the vehicle. • To be able to operate the vehicle in the case of a malfunction in the KEYLESS-GO-system turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 232
run, and the starting procedure stops, press start-/stop button on gear selector lever and repeat starting the engine. After several unsuccessful attempts, have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Starting and turning off the engine Turning off Turning off the engine with electronic key: Put the selector lever in position "P" - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 234
, firmly depress the parking brake pedal and shift the selector lever into "P". Automatic transmission Instruments and controls Operation Driving 229 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic transmission Driving The selector lever is automatically locked while in position "P". To move the selector lever out of position "P", the service brake pedal must be firmly depressed before - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 236
vehicle with the service brake. For longer stops with the engine idling, shift into "N" or "P" and hold the vehicle with the service brake. When free in this manner may cause the ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to come on. Turn off and restart Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 237
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic transmission Selector lever position 232 Park position The park position is to be used when parking the vehicle. Engage only - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 238
driving instructions). Important! Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with selector lever in "N" can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz and controls Operation Driving 233 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 239
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic transmission Press vehicle speed reaches the engine's rpm limit of that gear, e.g. by applying the service brakes. To prevent the engine from laboring at low RPM when driving uphill gradients - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 240
or lengthy downgrades and only at speeds below 40 mph (60 km/h). Automatic transmission Instruments and controls Operation Driving 235 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 241
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Automatic transmission Program mode selector switch 236 S Standard mode Press switch on symbol "S". Use this mode for all regular driving. The - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 242
selector lever to position "R" (for reverse gear). Have the transmission checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Caution! Never change the program mode when the selector lever Driving 237 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Instruments and controls Parking brake Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 238 To engage, firmly depress parking brake pedal. When the electronic key is in starter switch position 2, the brake warning lamp - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 244
Driving instructions Drive sensibly - • have all maintenance work performed at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, instructions Instruments and controls Operation Driving 239 Instrument cluster display Practical - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 245
display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Driving instructions Pedals Warning! Keep driver's foot area clear at all times. Objects stored in this area may impair pedal movement. Power assistance Warning! When the engine is not running, the brake and steering systems are without - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 246
Have the brake system inspected at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Install only brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Warning! If other than recommended - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 247
cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Driving instructions Parking Warning! To reduce the risk of personal injury as a result of vehicle movement, before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always: 1. Keep right foot on service brake pedal. 2. Firmly depress - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 248
. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have it towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by and possibly a fire. Driving instructions Instruments and controls Operation Driving 243 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Driving instructions Aquaplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, aquaplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with new tires. Reduce vehicle - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 250
/h). CL 55 AMG: Your Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. Chains should only be used on the rear wheels. Follow the manufacturer's mounting instructions. Always select option I or II of the level control system Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Driving instructions Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering maneuvers. Do not use the cruise control system under such conditions - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 252
class) and filling quantity, see page 395. • Check engine coolant anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration. • Additive for the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system chains recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Snow chains maximize performance. Driving instructions Instruments and controls Operation - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Driving instructions Deep water Caution! Do not drive through causing damage to electrical components or wiring, to engine or transmission that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 248 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 254
Block heater (Canada only) The engine is equipped with a block heater. The electrical cable may be installed at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Traveling abroad Abroad, there is a widely-spread Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to travel into areas which are not - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 255
Instruments and controls Driving systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 250 2 Decelerate and set: Depress lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever down to decelerate. Normally the vehicle is accelerated to - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 256
and remains inoperative until the engine is restarted, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 4 Resume If the lever the cruise control off. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 251 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Instruments and controls Driving systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data displayed on the multifunction display when any attempt is made to store speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) or when an attempt is made to recall a speed when no speed has - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 258
When activated the Distronic system increases driving convenience, for lever on the steering column. Warning! Distronic is a convenience system, its speed adjustment reduction capability is intended to make cruise review the following information carefully before operating the system. Driving systems - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 259
Instruments and controls Driving systems Note: Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 254 Warning! Only use Distronic if the traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed. Use of - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 260
by 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) - briefly lift lever up. 2 Decelerate and set: To reduce the speed by 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) - briefly depress lever. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 255 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Instruments and controls Driving systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 256 • Speed is set by briefly moving the control lever to position 1 or 2. The stored speed is displayed in the multifunction - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 262
accelerator pedal, the Distronic control system will be overridden and it the braking ability of the Distronic system. Do not place your foot can take up to 2 minutes, • while depressing the service brake pedal, • while the parking brake is set - systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 263
systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 258 • the gear selector lever is moved to position "N", • the electronic stability program (ESP) is active, • the electronic stability program (ESP) is switched off manually, • Model CL 55 AMG - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 264
may impair pedal movement which could interfere with the braking ability of the Distronic system. With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the distance warning lamp become caught. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 259 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 265
Car care Technical data Index 260 Caution! If the driver's foot is not fully removed from the accelerator pedal, the Distronic control system distance warning lamp in the speedometer dial is illuminated if the Distronic system calculates that the distance to the vehicle ahead and your vehicle's - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 266
through an initialization and self-test phase. The most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is caused by a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially at times of Distronic. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 261 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 267
Instruments and controls Driving systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 262 Traveling through turns traveling directly in front of you could cause detection problems, the actual distance to that vehicle really being much shorter. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 268
recognized when entering the area scanned by Distronic. You must apply the service brakes to gain sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. A narrow vehicle You must apply the service brakes to gain sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 269
systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car As required by the traffic situation, apply the service brakes and navigate around a possible obstacle. However a continuous warning sounds. Note: Model CL 55 AMG only: Distance notification function is deactivated - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 270
front. The medium setting is noticeable by a detent in the center position of the thumbwheel (2). If you want to: • Increase distance - turn thumbwheel (2) towards ¯. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Instruments and controls Driving systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 266 1 Distronic is deactivated. The actual distance (5) and the should-be distance (6) to the vehicle ahead (4) are displayed. 2 Distronic is activated. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 272
Displays in the speedometer dial When Distronic system is activated, one or two segments around the speed stored in memory light speed light up. The vehicle is accelerated to the stored speed. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 267 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Car care Technical data Index 268 Applying the brakes very quickly results in maximum BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the system displayed, have the BAS checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Brake assist system (BAS) Warning! BAS cannot prevent the natural - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 274
Antilock brake system (ABS) Warning! Do not pump the brake pedal, rather use firm, steady brake pedal of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 269 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 270 If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp stays illuminated, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Warning! ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 276
be shut off (electronic key in starter switch position 0 or 1). Otherwise, the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 271 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 277
and controls Driving systems Notes: Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index has been detected in the system. Only partial engine output will be available. Have the ESP checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 278
the prevailing road conditions. With the ESP system switched off, the engine torque reduction feature the prevailing road conditions. A portion of the ESP system remains active, even with the switch in the OFF systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 279
and controls Driving systems Notes: Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The ESP warning lamp, located in the speedometer dial, starts to - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Suspension for regular driving style This is the setting for general driving. The system is set to regular driving mode when the indicator lamp (3) is not malfunction and warning messages. Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 275 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 281
and controls Driving systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data stay away from under the vehicle when lowering the vehicle chassis. Note: Level control system The switch is located on the center console. Press the switch when the engine - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 282
/h) and 35 mph (60 km/h) - none • between 35 mph (60 km/h) and 85 mph (140 km/h) - lowered progressively by approx. 7/16 inch (11 mm) Driving systems Instruments and controls Operation Driving 277 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 283
Instruments and controls Driving systems Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 278 Raised level, option II This setting should be used when road surface conditions are very rough for increased ground clearance. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 284
system assists the driver during parking maneuvers. It visually and audibly indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle. The front area of the vehicle is monitored when driving forward. When reversing or with the gear selector lever in position "N", the front as well system - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 285
Instruments and controls Parking system Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 280 A total of 10 times of snow and ice. See page 378 for instructions on cleaning the sensors in the bumpers. 1 1 1 Sensors 1 Sensors located in bumpers ( - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 286
warning will also sound as the seventh segment lights up and a constant acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 3 seconds will sound for the eighth segment. Parking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving 281 Instrument cluster display Practical hints - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 287
Instruments and controls Parking system Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 282 Monitoring Minimum distance between vehicle and obstacle at which the system stops indicating: Front corners Front center and rear approx. 6 in (15 cm) approx. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 288
reason. See page 378 for instructions on cleaning the sensors in the bumpers. After cleaning the sensors, turn electronic key in starter switch to position 2. If the defect continues to be displayed, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Parktronic switch 3 The switch - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 289
Practical hints Car care Technical and press past the point of resistance. See page 368 for manual release of fuel filler flap. Fuel To prevent fuel vapors from ! Overfilling of fuel tank may result in creating pressure in the system which could cause a gas discharge such as the gas spraying back - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 290
98 RON/88 MON). Engine oil Checking oil level, see instructions on pages 154 and 331. CL 500 and CL 55 AMG only: Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level: 2.1 US qt (2.0 l). Recommended engine oils, see Approved Service Products sheet. Coolant For normal replenishing, use water - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 291
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index What you should know at the gas station Tire pressure For tire pressure, refer to tire pressure label inside the fuel - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 292
Check regularly and before a long trip 1 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system For refilling reservoir see page 334. 2 Coolant level, see "Coolant level" on page trip Instruments and controls Operation Driving 287 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 293
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Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Check regularly and before a long trip 289 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 295
display ...297 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) ...298 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ...298 BATTERY /ALTERNATOR ...299 ENTRANCE POSITION ...300 BRAKE ASSIST ...300 BRAKE and controls Operation Driving 289 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 296
Practical hints Car care Technical service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing requirements. For details refer to the Service it indicates a malfunction of the fuel management system, emission control system, systems which impact emissions, or the fuel cap is - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 297
system or running out of fuel), serious damage can occur to the emission system. Please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as system malfunctions through the readout of diagnostic trouble system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 298
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and indicator warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on. Don't add brake fluid before - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 299
, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the "SRS" may not be activated and controls Operation Driving 293 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index When the warning lamp (1) comes on - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 300
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and systems (e.g. Parktronic, Navigation, Automatic transmission). Be guided accordingly with respect to the use of those systems and have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 301
lamp remains illuminated with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the system. Pressing the accelerator pedal will require greater effort. Only partial engine output will be and controls Operation Driving 295 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and indicator switch to position 1 or 2. It does not light up if there is a fault in the system. The 7 indicator lamp stays lit as long as a BabySmart TM child seat is properly installed - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 303
and warning messages for the following systems will be displayed immediately in the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury. Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Operation Driving 297 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 304
and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning messages DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) 298 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) Line 1 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE Line 2 VISIT WORKSHOP! C* 2 Line 1 DISPLAY - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 305
1 BATTERY/ALTERNATOR Line 2 VISIT WORKSHOP! C* 2 Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. * C = Category, see page 297 Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Operation Driving 299 Instrument cluster display - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 306
controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning messages has been detected in the system. The brake system functions in the usual manner, but without brake assist system (BAS). See page 268 for notes on the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 307
* C = Category, see page 297 When this message appears during braking, it indicates that the brake pads are worn down. Have the brake system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Warning! Driving with this message displayed can result in an accident. Have your brake - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning messages PARKING BRAKE 302 TRUNK OPEN Line 1 PARKING BRAKE Line 2 RELEASE BRAKE! C* 1 Line 1 TRUNK OPEN! Line 2 C* 2 * C = Category, see - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 309
stability program) 1 The display or the system is malfunctioning. 2 A malfunction has been detected in the system. Pressing the accelerator pedal will require warning messages Instruments and controls Operation Driving 303 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 310
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Note: Line 1 COOLANT Line 2 CHECK LEVEL! C* 2 Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system. The engine will overheat causing major engine damage. Monitor the coolant temperature gauge while driving, see page 117. See page 333 for instructions - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! Line 1 COOLANT COOLANT Line 2 STOP, ENGINE OFF could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 2 The cooling fan for the coolant is faulty. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning messages LIGHTING SYSTEM 306 Line 1 L. TURN SIG. RFLECTR R. TURN SIG. RFLECTR TURN SIGNAL F, L TURN SIGNAL F, R BRAKE LIGHT2 Line 2 CHECK LAMP! CHECK - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 313
, other lamps will substitute. See page 354 for instructions on replacing bulbs. * C = Category, see page 297 1 The display or the system is malfunctioning. 2 The brake lamps are switching on and controls Operation Driving 307 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning messages LIGHT SENSOR 308 SEAT BELT SYSTEM Line 1 LIGHT SENSOR Line 2 VISIT WORKSHOP! C* 2 Line 1 SEAT BELT SYSTEM Line 2 VISIT WORKSHOP! C* 2 * C = Category, see page - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 315
is pressed and the vehicle is not equipped with a telephone. Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Operation Driving 309 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 316
of the system is restricted. Important! When the message "ACTIVE BODY CONTROL - DRIVE CAREFULLY!" appears, do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). The vehicle driving characteristics are changed due to a noticeably softer suspension. In this case visit your Mercedes-Benz Center as soon - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 317
is raised depending on the kind of defect. 4 The capability of the system is restricted. Important! When the message "ACTIVE BODY CONTROL - VISIT WORKSHOP!" appears, do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit your Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Important! The wheels may not have - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning messages TIRE PRESSURE 312 TIRE PRESSURE, FL TIRE PRESSURE, FR TIRE PRESSURE, RL TIRE PRESSURE, RR TIRE PRESSURE, - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 319
pressure has been corrected, see page 151. 7 The tire inflation pressure monitor system is unable to monitor the tire pressure due to the presence of several without proper sensor was installed. Visit your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 320
Car oil. Have the engine oil checked. 5 The measuring system is malfunctioning. Line 1 ENGINE OIL LEVEL ENGINE OIL noted, continue to drive to the nearest service station where the engine oil should be topped damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. * C = Category, see - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 321
in place. If both backrests are locked in place and the warning message is still displayed, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Line 1 SEAT BEACKREST, LEFT SEAT BEACKREST, RIGHT Line 2 LOCK! LOCK! C* 1 1 * C = Category, see page 297. Malfunction and - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning messages KEY 316 DOOR P54.30-2245-21 Line 1 REPLACE KEY1 AUTOM. LIGHT ON Line 2 VISIT WORKSHOP! REMOVE - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 323
The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response; automatic and manual emergency, roadside system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Operation Driving 317 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning messages CHIP-CARD (KEYLESS-GO) 318 1 Check battery of KEYLESS-GO-card, see page 366. 2 The KEYLESS-GO- - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 325
lever is in any other position than "P", see page 228. Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Operation Driving 319 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 326
Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Malfunction and warning headlamp washer systems is located in the engine compartment. Line 2 CHECK LEVEL! C* 3 Line 1 WASHER FLUID See windshield and headlamp washer system on page 334 for instructions on - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 327
. 2 Due to the presence of electro-magnetic radiation, the system is presently unavailable. 3 Distronic is automatically switched off. Distronic Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Operation Driving 321 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 328
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Coolant level ...333 Adding coolant ...333 Windshield and headlamp washer system ...334 Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio ...334 Spare GO-card ...366 Emergency engine shut-down ...368 Fuel filler flap, manual release ...368 Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof ...369 Replacing - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 330
Instruments and controls First aid kit Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 324 First aid kit 1 The first aid kit is located in the rear seat armrest (1). To open: Press handle (2) upwards and - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 331
Most of your vehicle's electrical components are fused with safety fuses. With the exception of the brake lights, all individual lighting system components are electronically fused Instruments and controls Operation Driving 325 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Instruments and controls Fuses Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 326 To close the fuse box: Ensure that the sealing rubber is properly positioned when you replace the cover. Press the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 333
rear seat. To open: Remove the cover. To close: Press the cover on. Fuses Instruments and controls Operation Driving 327 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 334
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Engine compartment necessary, call a fire department. 328 The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components (ignition - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 335
hood, open the hood only with the wipers in the parked position. Engine compartment Instruments and controls Operation Driving 329 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 336
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Engine compartment 330 To close: 3 3 Lower the hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approx. 1 ft. (30 cm), - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 337
be checked via the engine oil level indicator, see page 154. 2 Oil filler cap CL 600 Model CL 500 and CL 55 AMG To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level ground, with engine at and controls Operation Driving 331 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 338
controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Engine compartment The your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the ABC-system. Unscrew the oil filler cap and add oil carefully if you need to top up the oil. CL 500 and CL 55 AMG: Fill - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 339
there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system, or if the coolant temperature gauge indicates that the coolant is overheated with hot engine parts. 333 Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 1 1 Coolant expansion tank To check the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 340
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Engine compartment Windshield and headlamp washer system 334 Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 341
and remove the spare wheel. 2 4 1 3 To store spare wheel: Place spare wheel in wheel well and secure it with luggage bowl. Turn luggage bowl clockwise to its stop. Place vehicle tool kit tray controls Operation Driving 335 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 342
cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the area vehicle. P58.10-2001-26 To prepare the jack for use: Remove the jack from the spare wheel well under the trunk - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 343
Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service , use only genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Instruments and controls Tires, Wheels Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 338 Spare wheel Spare wheel CL 500 and CL 600 (except Sport Package) Important! The spare wheel rim is mounted with a full size tire of the same type as on the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 345
Spare wheel CL 55 AMG and Sport Package Important! The spare wheel rim size is 7 /2 J x 17 H 2 with tire size 225/55 R17 97H. The spare wheel rim is weight optimized and has a limited service life of 12 Operation Driving 339 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 346
, Wheels Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 340 Move vehicle to a lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 347
loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts. 5. Remove the protective cover from the jack support tube opening by inserting the screwdriver (supplied in the tool kit) in the opening and prying it Operation Driving 341 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 348
Instruments and controls Tires, Wheels Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 342 P40.10-2178-26 P40.10-2179-26 6. Insert jack arm fully into the tube hole up to the stop. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 349
wheel bolt. 11. Lower vehicle. Remove jack and insert jack tube cover. Tires, Wheels Instruments and controls Operation Driving 343 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 350
Wheels Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 344 Warning! Always replace used temporarily, and replaced with a regular road wheel as quick as possible. CL 55 AMG and Sport Package: The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 351
table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire inflation pressures specified for Mercedes-Benz recommended tires as well as for the varying operating conditions. Important! Tire pressure changes by approx. Operation Driving 345 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 352
Instruments and controls Tires, Wheels Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 346 Battery Warning! Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injury or death. Never lean over batteries while connecting, you might get injured. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 353
The service life of the battery is dependent has been disconnected from the vehicle's electrical circuit. The maintenance-free battery is located in the trunk under the right-hand wheel well cover panel. For battery removal or Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 354
Battery Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 348 While the engine . Note: After reconnecting the battery also set the clock (see COMAND operator's manual) resynchronize the express feature of the power windows (see page 180), the sliding - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 355
all instructions before electrical systems, which will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The battery is located in the trunk under the right-hand wheel well cover panel. Jump starting Instruments and controls Operation Driving 349 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 356
cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data reversing the above installation sequence, starting with the last connection made first. When removing each clamp, make sure that it have it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Excessive unburned fuel may damage the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 357
KEYLESS-GO: in "On" position, see page 224), the vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. To and controls Operation Driving 351 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 358
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Towing the vehicle 352 2 1 Cover on right side of front bumper To remove cover: Press mark on cover in direction of - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 359
sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. Use wheel lift, dolly, or flat bed equipment, there is no power assistance for the braking and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep "Individual settings" on page 144) as well as the ESP (see page 273). Towing - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 360
does not light up, switch the lamp off and on again. If the bulb still does not light up, have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Exterior lamps Headlamp adjustment Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Check and readjust headlamps at regular intervals and when - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 361
and its components. We recommend that you have such work done by a qualified technician. 2 Electrical connector for high beam headlamp bulb 3 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp 4 Bulb holder Operation Driving 355 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 362
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 356 Xenon Bulb 55 W) Open hood. Press the clip together (arrow) and remove headlamp cover (1). Pull electrical connector off. Unclip the retainer spring and take out the bulb. Insert the new bulb so - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 363
twist clockwise. Reinstall bulb socket. Align headlamp cover (1) and click into place. Exterior lamps Instruments and controls Operation Driving 357 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Instruments and controls Exterior lamps Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 358 Open trunk lid. Turn lock (6) counterclockwise and fold trim to the side. Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out. Push - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 365
side: Taillamp/parking lamp (P 21/4W bulb) 9 Grey socket: Taillamp/parking lamp/standing lamp/side marker (67 [4 cp] bulb) 10 White socket: Turn signal lamp (1156 NA bulb [yellow]) 7 10 8 9 Exterior lamps Instruments and controls Operation Driving 359 Instrument cluster display Practical - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 366
Instruments and controls Exterior lamps Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 360 Side marker lamp, front (5 W/4 cp bulb) License plate lamp 1 2 P82.10-2634-26 Loosen both securing screws (1), remove lamp and - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 367
the additional turn signals on the exterior mirrors are equipped with LEDs. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if a malfunction occurs. Standby bulb function The rear fog lamp, dimmed Driving 361 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 368
Instruments and controls Exterior lamps Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 362 Driving in countries with left-hand traffic requires the headlamps to be switched over accordingly. 1 Asymmetric low beam (right-hand - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 369
controls Operation Driving 363 Instrument cluster display Changing batteries Move locking tab (3) in direction of right arrow and remove mechanical key (4, left arrow). Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 370
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Electronic main key 364 7 5 4 6 P80.35-2025-26 8 P80.35-2027-26 Insert mechanical key (4) in side opening (5) to open latch. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 371
in starter switch. The remote control should once again be operational. Electronic main key Instruments and controls Operation Driving 365 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 372
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index KEYLESS-GO-card Changing batteries in the KEYLESS-GO-card 2 3 366 Checking batteries Briefly press button (1). The indicator lamp "Unlock driver's - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 373
as indicated by the "+" and "-" markings in the KEYLESS-GO-card. KEYLESS-GO-card Instruments and controls Operation Driving 367 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Emergency engine shut- the vehicle tool kit, see page 335. For fuses see page 325. 368 Fuel filler flap, manual release Remove the battery cover (see page 346) and the trim inside the trunk on the - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 375
00-2023-26 The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur. The sliding/pop-up roof drive is located behind the . See page 183 for instructions on synchronizing the sliding/pop-up roof after closing manually. Emergency operation of sliding/ - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 376
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Replacing wiper blades Replacing wiper blades 370 • Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1. • Turn combination switch to position I, see - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 377
take-up (3). Rotate wiper blade into position parallel to wiper arm. Replacing wiper blades Instruments and controls Operation Driving 371 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 378
rack Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 372 Roof rack Use only those roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manufacturer's installation instructions. Only mount roof racks on the retrofitted mounting - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 379
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses ...377 Cleaning the Distronic system sensor ...378 Cleaning the parktronic system sensors ...378 Wiper blades ...379 Light alloy wheels ... Instruments and controls Operation Driving 373 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 380
which, if gone unchecked, can attack the paintwork as well as the underbody and cause lasting damage. Such damage is car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology. You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved car - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 381
well as references to Mercedes-Benz approved car-care products. Additional information can be found in the booklet titled "Vehicle Care Guide". Power washer When using a power washer for cleaning the vehicle always observe manufacturer's operating instructions at electrical parts, electrical - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 382
Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical components and connectors from the intrusion of water and your vehicle in direct sunlight. Use only a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 383
cleaning and care of very dirty chromeplated parts, use a chrome cleaner. Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use only a soft, non-scratchy cloth - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 384
Technical data Index Cleaning and care of the vehicle Cleaning the Distronic system sensor 378 Cleaning the parktronic system sensors 1 1 1 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water to clean the sensor (1). To prevent scratches, never - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 385
blade rubber with a clean cloth and detergent solution. Cleaning and care of the vehicle Instruments and controls Operation Driving 379 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Car 380 Light alloy wheels Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels. If possible, clean wheels once a week with MercedesBenz approved Wheel Care, using a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water. Follow instructions - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 387
wheel and gear selector lever Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Cup holder Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate Operation Driving 381 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 388
controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Cleaning and care leather as its underside should not become wet. Hard plastic trim items Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 389
Technical data Spare parts service ...384 Warranty coverage ...384 Identification labels ...385 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...387 Technical data ...388 Contents - Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving 383 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 390
repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 different spare parts, for Mercedes-Benz models, are available. Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 391
Identification labels 1 Certification label (below driver's door lock latch) 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (below right rear passenger seat) Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving 385 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 392
Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 386 3 Engine number 4 VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield) 5 Emission control label 6 Information label, California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system When ordering spare parts, please - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 393
55 AMG 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioner compressor 4 Coolant pump CL 600 5 Generator (alternator) 6 Idler pulley 7 Power steering pump 8 Idler pulley (CL 600 only) Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving 387 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 394
Car care Technical data Index 388 Technical data Model ft-lb/2700 rpm (460 Nm/2700 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 2390 mm 3 CL 55 AMG (215.3731) 113 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 8 3.82 in (97.00 Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 395
tire 71/2 J x 17 H 2 2.0 in (51 mm) 225/55 R17 97H CL 500, CL 600 (except Sport Package) 71/2 J x 17 H 2 1.81 in (46 mm) 225/55 R17 97H 225/55 R17 97H M+S Model Rims front axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset: Rims rear axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset: Radial-ply tires front axle - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 396
Car care Technical data Index 390 Rims - Winter tires Model Rims front axle AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset: Rims rear axle AMG 46 mm) 245/45 R18 96Y 1 275/40 R18 99Y M02, 3 1 Model Rim (light alloy) Wheel offset Winter tires: Radial-ply tires CL 55 AMG 71/2 J x 17 H 2 1.81 in (46 mm) 225/55 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 397
Electrical system Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque CL 500 14 V/150 A 12V/1.7 kW 12V/100 Ah Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 NGK PFR 5 R-11 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 - 22 ft.lb (20 - 30 Nm) CL 55 AMG 14 V/150 A 12V/1.7 kW 12V/100 Ah Bosch - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 398
Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 392 Main Dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle .1 in (1578 mm) CL 55 AMG 196.6 in (4993 mm) 73.1 in (1857 mm) 54.9 in (1394 mm) 113.6 in (2885 mm) 62.1 in (1577 mm) 62.1 in (1578 mm) CL 600 196.6 in (4993 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 399
by us. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Center. Model Engine with oil filter Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Recommended engine oils CL 500 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) CL 55 AMG 8.0 US qt (7.5 l) CL 600 10.0 US qt (9.5 l) 9.6 US qt - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 400
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities Model Fuel tank including a reserve of Air conditioner system Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Capacity 394 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 401
tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, use only engine oils recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Information on recommended brands is available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Please follow Service Booklet recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so could result in - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 402
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities Premium unleaded gasoline Caution! To maintain the engine's durability and performance, premium unleaded gasoline must be - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 403
in the combustion area, leading to engine performance problems such as: • warm-up hesitation, • unstable are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Coolants The point of the coolant in the pressurized cooling system is reached at approximately 266°F (130°C). Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 404
Practical hints Car care Technical level (have cooling system checked for signs of leakage). The water in the cooling system must meet minimum authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity Model Approx. freeze protection - 35°F (- 37°C) CL 500, CL 55 AMG CL 600 - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 405
the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. peak traction characteristics. All passenger car tires must conform to federal would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 406
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 407
control (ABC) ...275 Active body control (ABC) fluid level ...332 Air conditioner refrigerant ...395 Air distribution, manual ...169 Air volume, manual ...169 Airbag deactivation system ...88 Airbag OFF indicator lamp ...296 Airbags ...92 Front airbags ...92 Side impact airbags ...95 Window curtain - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 408
Index Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 402 Residual engine heat heater ...249 BRAKE ASSIST - malfunction and warning messages ...300 Brake assist system (BAS) ...268 Capacities Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc...393 Card, KEYLESS - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 409
...195 D Dashboard ...22 Daytime running lamps ...158 Deep water Driving instructions ...248 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) malfunction and warning messages ...298 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) malfunction and warning messages ...298 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 410
Index Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 404 Display illumination ...116 ...50 Drinking and driving ...239 Drive sensibly - save fuel ...239 Driving instructions ...239 Driving off ...241 E Easy-entry/exit feature ...66 ELEC. STABIL - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 411
mirror, front passenger side, parking position ...108 Exterior rear view mirrors ...107 Electrically folding ...109 Parking position ...108 F Fastening seat belts ...85 First aid kit ...324 Flexible service system (FSS) ...147 Footwell lighting ...185 Front airbags ...92 Front center console - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 412
indicator lamp ...290 Fuel filler flap, manual release ...368 Fuel requirements ...396 Fuel reserve warning ...293 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ...393 Fuses, electrical ...325 Headlamp adjustment ...354 Headlamp cleaning system ...159 Headlamp mode (HEADLAMPS) ...157 Headlights - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 413
assemblies ...358 Turn signal lamp ...357 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...387 Level control system ...276 LIGHT SENSOR - malfunction and warning messages ...308, 320 Lighter ...198 LIGHTING and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 414
Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 408 Locking and unlocking ...36, 40 Low engine coolant level warning ...304 Lumbar support ...74 HOOD ...317 KEY ...316 LIGHT SENSOR ...308, 320 LIGHTING SYSTEM ...306 PARKING BRAKE ...302 SEAT BACKREST - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 415
134 Multifunction steering wheel ...120 O On-board diagnostic system ...290 Operator's Manual ...8 Outside temperature indicator ...117 Overhead control panel ... 72 Seat ventilation system ...79 Power windows ...178 Blocking of rear side window operation ...180 409 N Navigation system ...132 Night - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 416
hints Car care Technical data Index 410 Express opening and closing ...179 Opening and closing ...45 Synchronizing ...180 Problems ...71 S SEAT BACKREST malfunction and warning messages ...315 SEAT BELT SYSTEM malfunction and warning messages ...308 Seat belts ...82 Fastening ...85 Operation - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 417
integrated restraint system ...82 Seat heater ...76 Seat ventilation system ...79 Seats Front seat adjustment ...67 Service indicator See Flexible service system (FSS ...187 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ...90 Synchronizing remote control ...365 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 418
Car care Technical data Index 412 T Tachometer ...119 Technical data ...388 Electrical system ...391 Main dimensions ...392 Rims and tires ...389 Weights ...392 Tele Aid ...210 Emergency calls ...211 Information ...215 Initiating an emergency call manually ...399 Driving instructions ...243 Rims - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 419
to find it ...13 Window curtain airbags ...96 Windshield washer system ...334 Winter driving ...247 Winter driving instructions ...246 Wiper blades, replacing ...370 U Unlocking the vehicle with controls Operation Driving 413 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 420
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you have any question about carrying out some service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator's Manual - 2001 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 424
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