2008 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual
2008 Mercedes CL-Class Manual
2008 Mercedes CL-Class manual content summary:
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Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG Bild in der Größe 215x70 mm einfügen Operator's Manual CL-Class 2 1 6 5 8 4 7 6 8 1 Order No. 6515 2259 13 Part No. 216 584 76 81 USA Edition C 2008 CL-Class - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 2
CL 550 CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 3
easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz. Please pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Manual ...14 Service and warranty information .. 14 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz ...42 Occupant Classification System ...48 Seat belts...53 Preventive occupant safety (PRE Brake ...Adaptive Brake Lights (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG, USA only)...BAS...BAS Plus - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 5
...110 Show program info ...111 Channel update...Calling SIRIUS Service Center...COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Safety precautions ... 123 123 124 124 125 125 125 Video AUX...COMAND video DVD ...Automatic picture fade-out ...Notes about video DVD operation Notes about handling DVDs ...Functional - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 6
151 153 154 163 Bluetooth® settings...176 SMS messages (Short Message Service) ...178 COMAND navigation...182 Safety precautions...182 COMAND navigation (introduction by the address ...198 Entering a destination from the destination memory ...219 Entering a destination from the list of last - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 7
...Saving a destination permanently in the destination memory ...Saving the vehicle position in the list support (CL 550)...Drive-dynamic multicontour seats* ...Instrument cluster control system...Multifunction display...Multifunction steering wheel...Menus ...Trip menu...Navi menu...Audio menu...AMG - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Assistance menu*...Service menu ...Settings Voice Control command list ...335 Command list...335 Voice Control troubleshooting...347 Help function ...347 Help commands...347 Help window -GO* ...366 Seats ...368 Seat adjustment ...368 Folding front seat backrest forward ...371 Easy-entry/exit - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Starting the engine...Driving off ...Turn signals...Problems while driving ...Parking...Turning off the engine ...Releasing seat belts ... 395 397 398 399 399 399 ...427 Steering wheel gearshift control .. 428 Manual shift program (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only) ...430 Emergency operation (Limp-Home - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 10
Tele Aid...522 Garage door opener...530 Infrared reflecting windshield ...536 Operation...537 The first 1000 miles (1500 km)...538 Driving instructions ...539 Drive sensibly - save fuel ...539 Drinking and driving...539 Pedals...539 Power assistance...539 Brakes ...540 Driving off ...542 Parking - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 11
terminology...Rotating tires ...Winter driving ...Winter tires ...Snow chains...Maintenance...Maintenance service indicator message...Calling up the maintenance service indicator display...Resetting the maintenance service indicator...Vehicle care...Cleaning and care of vehicle ... 582 583 583 585 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 12
714 715 716 717 Technical data ...719 Parts service...720 Warranty coverage ...721 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet ...721 Identification labels ...722 Layout of poly-V-belt drive...724 CL 550 ...724 CL 600 and CL 65 AMG ...724 CL 63 AMG ...724 Engine ...725 Rims and tires ...727 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 13
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governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at any authorized - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 15
the vehicle. Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: New Vehicle Limited Warranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California, Maine, Massachusetts - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 16
your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Operator's Manual Maintenance The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals. Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 18
European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to: In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Manual is designed to provide comprehensive support Manual Practical hints the Maintenance Booklet Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle. This section provides fast assistance for dealing with problems - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 20
an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle. Warning! This symbol points to instructions for you to follow. A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 21
precautions in this manual the "Technical data" section in this manual traffic rules and it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or should not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 22
safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 23
safety 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 dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 24
or lessee in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or as otherwise required or permitted by law. Please check the Tele Aid subscription - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 25
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At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Control systems Storage compartments Center console Overhead control panel Driver's door control panel 25 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 27
At a glance Exterior view 26 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 28
At a glance Exterior view Item 1 Trunk Unlocking Opening and closing Minispare wheel Vehicle tool kit 2 Rear lamps 3 Rear window, defrosting 4 Fuel filler flap Gasoline 5 Doors Locking and unlocking Opening and closing Page 500 500 696 681 689 496 550 737 352 362 Item 6 Exterior rear view mirror - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 29
At a glance Cockpit 28 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 30
At a glance Cockpit Item 1 Combination switch High beam Corner-illuminating lamps Windshield wipers Turn signals 2 Lever for Cruise control DISTRONIC Plus* 3 Horn 4 Multifunction steering wheel 5 Instrument cluster 6 Steering wheel gearshift control 7 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 31
At a glance Instrument cluster 30 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 32
parking brake warning or indicator lamps Page 435 660 395 608 617 465, 470 Item ; Brake warning USA only lamp 3 Canada only < Seat belt telltale H Combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale, USA only Low tire pressure telltale, Canada only L Left turn signal indicator lamp K Right - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 33
At a glance Control systems 32 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 34
of ABC Page 306 148 434 85 85 84 116 117 259 378 Item f Shortcut button for: CD/DVD radio g Back button h Hazard warning flasher j Seat menu k Shortcut button for: telephone* navigation l COMAND on/off button m Volume control n Mute button o Telephone keypad p COMAND controller Page 120 99 92 397 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 35
At a glance Storage compartments 34 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 36
glance Storage compartments Item 1 Glove box 2 Front passenger seat storage compartment with first aid kit 3 Door pocket 4 compartment Storage compartment between rear seats Page 510 681 Item 7 Rear storage box 8 Side storage pocket in trunk Retainer for Operator's Manual pouch Page 513 515 514 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Front defroster 7 Air recirculation 8 Climate control on/off 9 Residual engine heat and ventilation (REST) a Rear window defroster Page 490 490 Item b Manual fan speed adjustment, right c Temperature control, right d AUTO mode for air distribution and volume, right Page 494 494 493 80 513 516 517 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 38
At a glance Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Item 1 Eyeglasses compartment 2 Left reading lamp on/off 3 Rear interior lighting on/off 4 Front interior lighting on/off 5 Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch 6 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button 7 Interior lighting control Page 511 398 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 39
1 Inside door handle 2 Central unlocking switch 3 Central locking switch 4 Memory function (for storing seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel settings) 5 Selector button for front passenger seat 6 Seat heating Seat ventilation* 7 Seat adjustment Page 362 362 362 385 Item 8 Exterior rear view - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 40
Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems 39 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 41
unit (with crash sensors) Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) for seat belts ( page 56) Seat belt force limiter ( page 56) Preventive occupant safety (PRE-SAFE front air bag off indicator lamp ( page 51) Front passenger seat with Occupant Classification System (OCS) ( page 48) Although independent - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 42
improperly conducted on restraint systems (such as seat belts and anchors, emergency tensioning devices, seat belt force limiters or air bags) or Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is necessary to modify an - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 43
cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the a combination of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel. If you have any problems, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not lean your head - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 44
of these guidelines, it would be safer for your rear seat occupants to have the rear mounted side impact air bags deactivated, then deactivation can be accomplished upon your written request to do so at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost. Please contact your local authorized - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 45
were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 46
must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the air bag unit or emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from any - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 47
bag. The front passenger front air bag will only be deployed if: the system, based on OCS weight sensor readings, senses that the front passenger seat is occupied the 59 indicator lamp in the center console is not lit ( page 51) the impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold Knee bag The knee - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 48
belt fastened (latch plate properly inserted into buckle) the front passenger side impact air bag will deploy regardless of the empty seat. The side impact air bags are not deployed in side impacts which do not exceed the system's deployment threshold. Window curtain air bags 1 Front side - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 49
curtain air bag and the emergency tensioning device. i If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. If the 59 indicator lamp illuminates when - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 50
is deactivated. With the 59 indicator lamp out, the front passenger front air bag is activated. When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as an adult or someone larger than a small individual, the 59 indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds when the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 51
proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle's seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. For children larger than the typical 12-month-old child, the front passenger front air bag may or may not be - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 52
, except with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or with the starter switch in position 0 ( page 366). Only have the seat repaired or replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS: Do not place more than 4.4 lbs (2 kg - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 53
of increasing protection for the child. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation of child seats. G If the 59 indicator lamp should not illuminate, the system is not functioning. You must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 54
rear. Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 55
were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation of the ETDs or to failure. Do not bleach or dye - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 56
on the abdomen. Never place your feet on the instrument panel, dashboard or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat. When using a seat belt to secure infant or toddler restraints or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions. 55 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 57
of the pyrotechnic emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be followed. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The PRE-SAFE® system is intended to reduce the effects of an accident on properly seat-belted vehicle occupants. Despite having the PRE-SAFE - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 58
faster than 20 mph (30 km/h), PRE-SAFE® takes the following measures in such situations: If the OCS senses that the front passenger seat is occupied and the seat is in an unfavorable position, it will be adjusted to a better position. The system increases the air pressure in the air pockets (on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 59
the U.S. territories, and all Canadian provinces. Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions for the child restraint, that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 60
child restraint manufacturer of compliance with these standards can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint. When using any infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 61
proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle's seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. For children larger than the typical 12-month-old child, the front passenger front air bag may or may not be - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 62
to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Reinstall cover after removing the tether strap. Child seat anchors - LATCH type This cover 1 in a convenient place (e.g. glove box). Guide tether strap between head restraint and top of seat back. 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring Securely fasten hook - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 63
cover 3 does not fold down. Install child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. A rigid connection is established between the child seat and the body of the vehicle. Install child seat according to manufacturer's instructions. The child seat must be firmly attached to the right and - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 64
be operated using the respective switch located in the rear trim panels. G Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure themselves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the window opening. When leaving the vehicle, always remove - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Safety and Security Panic alarm i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 66
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Driving safety systems This section contains information about Adaptive Brake Lights as well as the following driving safety systems: ABS (Antilock Brake System) Adaptive Brake BAS (Brake Assist System) BAS Plus* (Brake Assist System Plus) EBP (Electronic - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation. Continuous - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 68
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Lights (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG, USA only) The brake lamps flash in quick intervals while you are braking in order to signal to cars behind you that you are braking - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 70
Safety and Security Driving safety systems When you step quickly on the brake pedal in an emergency braking situation, BAS Plus automatically regulates the brake power boost to a level that is suitable for the traffic situation. If BAS Plus requires a particularly high brake power boost, PRE-SAFE® - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 71
or damage to the front of the vehicle from an accident, have the adjustment and operation of the radar sensors checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If BAS Plus is not available due to a radar sensor malfunction, the braking system will continue to function normally with full brake boost - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Warning! G Warning! G i DISTRONIC Plus* and cruise control are switched off when the ESP® engages. Never switch off the ESP® when you see the ESP® warning lamp v flashing in the instrument cluster. In this case proceed as follows: While driving off, - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 73
to a spinning wheel. When you switch off the ESP®, the electronic traction system is still enabled. Warning! Switching off the ESP® (except CL 63 AMG) Warning! Warning! G G The ESP® should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below. Disabling of the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 74
the vehicle. ® Warning! G Switching off the ESP® (CL 63 AMG only) Warning! When the ESP® warning lamp v is to engine torque loss of system supported traction control "ESP® OFF" to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 75
wheel for an extended period with the ESP® switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESP® Press ESP® switch 1. The ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster goes out. You are now again in normal - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 76
by automatically initiating braking if the driver and front passenger have their seat belts fastened. Using the radar sensors, PRE-SAFE® Brake detects obstacles only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 77
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 78
Safety and Security Driving safety systems To maintain the proper distance to the vehicle in front of you and thus prevent a rear-end collision, you must apply the brakes yourself. Immediately brake the vehicle to avoid a collision. Under no circumstances should the driver await the intermittent - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 79
or damage to the front of the vehicle from an accident, have the settings and operation of the radar sensors checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G If you do not receive visual or acoustic warning signals, PRE-SAFE® Brake has either not recognized the collision risk, has been deactivated - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 80
. In case the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). Anti-theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been armed, a visual - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 81
on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system ( page 522) provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary mobile phone, power supply and GPS coverage are available. i If the turn signal lamps does - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 82
COMAND introduction COMAND FM/AM radio COMAND satellite radio COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 COMAND AUX COMAND video DVD COMAND telephone* COMAND navigation COMAND system settings COMAND vehicle menu COMAND automatic climate control COMAND seats Instrument cluster control system Voice Control 81 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 83
have any service work on electronic components carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. In to help you select your route more easily and guide you conveniently and safely to yourdestination. For safety screen to read navigational maps, instructions, or downloaded information. While the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 84
can be used to operate: audio functions the navigation system the telephone* and communication functions (SMS*) external audio and video sources video DVD various vehicle settings COMAND consists of the following: COMAND shortcut buttons COMAND display telephone* keypad COMAND controller i When - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 85
menus. The COMAND display is divided into several areas. Function 1 P Favorite button 2 M Shortcut button for: CD/DVD radio 3 L Back button 4 O Seat menu 5 N Shortcut button for: telephone* navigation 6 o COMAND on/off button 7 , Volume control 8 F Mute button Example: Page 259 120 99 92 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 86
via the COMAND controller, display and shortcut buttons only. Please refer to the "Instrument cluster control system" section of this manual ( page 282) for function descriptions and operation of the instrument cluster multifunction display and multifunction steering wheel buttons as they relate - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Control systems COMAND introduction Telephone keypad With the help of the telephone keypad, you can use your mobile phone if it is inserted in the cradle. COMAND controller Use the COMAND controller to select menu functions shown on the COMAND display. In this way, you can move through the menus, - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 88
Control systems COMAND introduction Symbol How to use the COMAND controller Press briefly. Press and hold until the selected action has been carried out. Function Select menu item. Exit full-screen image with Navi. Save a station. Accept a destination for navigation. Move through vertical or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 89
Control systems COMAND introduction Operating COMAND Menu overview The illustration below shows the structure of the main functions and their main menus. Navi Map Display Mode Commands/menus Each main function has a main menu. Each menu item in turn has several submenu items. Page Audio 193 FM/AM - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Control systems COMAND introduction Video DVD Video DVD Submenu overview Commands/menus Switching to video DVD mode Pause playback DVD menu Video AUX Page Vehicle 128 Exterior Lighting Delayed Switch-off 130 Locator Lighting 130 Exterior Mirror Convenience Settings 132 Automatic Locking 134 Easy - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Control systems COMAND introduction Calling up the main menu Vertical menus Horizontal menus Illustration: audio main menu You can call up the main menu of a main function in the following manner: Moving to the main function line: Slide qm. Selecting a main function: Slide omp or rotate ymz. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 92
Control systems COMAND introduction Entering characters Deleting entire words or numbers Press and hold ) in the bottom line until the word or number is deleted. Exiting character entry Select and press "Back" in the bottom line. or Press back button L in the center console ( page 84). Switching to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 93
main menu. If you already see one of the submenus on the screen (e.g. the "Audio" "Audio" "Radio" submenu), it is not necessary to perform the first steps. The individual steps for the above-mentioned example are described below. Selecting "Audio" in the main menu: Slide qm. Confirming selection - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 94
Control systems COMAND introduction Select "Save Station" from selection list by rotating ymz or sliding rmq. Select desired position. Selecting "FM/AM Radio": Slide qm or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. The FM/AM Radio menu appears. Selecting "Radio": Slide mr or rotate ymz. Confirming - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 95
navigation messages: Press and hold F during an announcement until the announcement is switched off. You will see the message "The driving instructions have been muted." for a short while. 1 Thumbwheel Adjusting: Turn , thumbwheel. The volume of the currently selected audio source changes. Adjusting - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Control systems COMAND introduction Volume of navigation announcements You can adjust the volume of the navigation announcements independently from the volume of the respective audio source. During a navigation announcement: turn thumbwheel , or press æ or ç on the multifunction steering wheel. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 97
modes: Audio DVD (MLP, DTS, PCM, and Dolby Digital audio formats) Video DVD (DTS, PCM, and Dolby Digital audio formats) Audio CD MP3 Adjusting is played back optimally. For an ideal sound experience on all seats, LOGIC7® distributes 5.1 surround information via the 13-channel system architecture - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 98
an audio CD or audio DVD, it automatically becomes the active audio source. i Please note the following: For an ideal sound experience at all seats, the balance and fader should be adjusted to the center of the passenger compartment with LOGIC7® switched on. The best sound results are achieved by - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Control systems COMAND FM/AM radio Warning! G Please devote your attention first and foremost to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize yourself with the radio functions. Only use the COMAND when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so. Otherwise you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 100
mode in FM waveband Selecting stations/channels You have the following selection options: The station list The search function The station presets The manual frequency entry The channel list i The number of times you have to press the M shortcut button depends on the operating mode currently - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 101
front of a list entry indicates the currently selected station. A number in front of the list entry indicates the preset position in the station preset memory. Select a station by rotating ymz or sliding qmr and press n. Press n when the main area is selected. The preset menu appears. The dot R in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 102
R in front of a list entry indicates the currently selected channel. Select channel by rotating ymz or sliding qmr and press n. The menu for manual frequency entry appears. Exiting menu without making an entry: Press L back button in the center console ( page 84). Increasing or decreasing number - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 103
qmr or rotate ymz. "FM/AM i Twenty stations can be saved in each waveband except for Weather Band. You have the following options: Saving stations manually Saving stations using Autostore Saving stations - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 104
not available for Weather Band. The Autostore function saves receivable stations as presets in order of their reception quality. All stations saved manually in the preset memory will be lost if COMAND finds 20 stations. If COMAND finds less than 20 stations, for example 9, then the stations saved in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 105
be injured. Submenu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). Sat Radio Channel List Save Channel Channel Entry Service Presets Station presets Info Show program info Category Select category Sound Treble Bass Balance/Fader 3D Sound 104 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 106
this point, the radio's functions are restricted to manual channel number entry ( page 109) and service info display ( page 111). Switching to satellite radio Radio service provider is required for the satellite radio operation described in this chapter. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 107
) of the particular receiver are displayed. i It is also possible to activate the satellite ra- i If only the preview channel is activated, you dio service online. To do so please visit SIRIUS Satellite Radio's website at www.sirius.com (USA) or www.siriuscanada.com (Canada). cannot tune in another - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 108
subject to change. Therefore, channel and categories shown in illustrations and descriptions contained in this manual may differ from the channels and categories delivered by the service provider. Selecting program category i The channels are categorized. Categories allow you to tune to stations - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 109
selection options: The channel search function The channel presets The manual channel number entry The channel list Tuning in channels using in this instance, you will see the screen described in the section "Satellite radio service is not activated" ( page 106). Slide omp or rotate ymz when the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 110
"Invalid Channel". Closing message: Press n. Tuning in channels using manual channel number entry Increase or decreasing number: Slide qmr or rotate in subscription You will see the screen described in the section "Satellite radio service is not activated" ( page 106). Closing display: Press n. i - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 111
Control systems COMAND satellite radio Tuning in channels using the channel list Select "Audio" "Audio" "Sat Radio" "Sat Radio" "Channel List". The channel list appears. The dot R in front of a list entry indicates the currently selected channel. Select channel by rotating ymz or sliding qmr and - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 112
channels..." will appear on the display. No functions can be operated in satellite radio mode during the update. Calling SIRIUS Service Center i It may be necessary to call the SIRIUS Service Center if, for example: You want to cancel the subscription or re-subscribe at a later date. You forget to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 113
of accident by being distracted from road and traffic conditions if you load a CD/DVD while the vehicle is in motion. COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser product. You must not open the casing. There is a risk of exposure to invisible laser radiation if you open the casing, or if the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 114
unable to recognize an MP3 track if: there is no period between the track title and the extension there is no extension i COMAND does not support ID3 tags. 113 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Permissible MP3 formats COMAND supports the MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 format. Notes on copyright The music tracks that you create for MP3 mode and can play back in MP3 mode are - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 116
may not be able to be played by COMAND. There may be playback problems when playing copied discs. There is a large variety of discs, disc-writing able to play discs that you have written/copied yourself. There may be playback problems if you use CD-R or CD-RW type discs you have copied yourself with - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 117
systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Notes about handling CDs/DVDs Only hold discs by the edge. Handle discs carefully to prevent playback problems. Avoid getting scratches, fingerprints and dust on discs. Clean discs from time to time with a commercially-available cleaning cloth. Do not wipe them - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 118
with the contact must point towards the slot. If the PCMCIA card contains a storage medium with MP3 tracks, COMAND switches to MP3 mode. i COMAND supports commercially available PCMCIA cards or PCMCIA card adapters with storage media that may not be designed for the temperatures which occur in the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 119
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Ejecting CDs and DVDs i If you eject one disc while playing another Ejecting a PCMCIA card Warning! G disc, the DVD changer interrupts playback. Playback continues once the disc has been ejected. Only eject a disc when the vehicle is stationary. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Submenu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). CD or DVD-A or MP3 Pause/Stop/Play (audio DVD mode only) Normal Track Sequence Random Tracks Pause playback Tracks/Track List/Tracks A-Z Folders (MP3 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 121
mode Example display in audio DVD mode i The M shortcut button takes you directly to the previously set disc mode (audio CD/DVD, MP3-CD/DVD, video DVD or PCMCIA card). The number of times you have to press the shortcut button depends on the previously set mode. 120 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Example display in MP3 mode Stop function Pause function In audio CD, audio DVD and MP3 mode Pausing playback: Press F briefly. Continuing playback: Press F again briefly. Only in audio DVD mode Pausing playback: Select "Audio" "Audio" dio" "Pause". "DVD - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Selecting CD/DVD/MP3 media Select "Audio" "Audio". Selecting a track Selecting by skipping to tracks Skipping forwards or backwards to a track (in CD or DVD mode only): Rotate ymz. Selecting from the track list Select "Audio" "Audio". Select "CD", "DVD- - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 124
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Selecting a track using the telephone keypad Press > on the telephone keypad ( page 86). Enter track number using the A 9 buttons. Fast forward/rewind Select main area. Slide and hold omp until desired place is reached. Selecting a folder 1 Back folder - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 125
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Setting the audio format This function lets you choose the audio format that you would like COMAND to play and is only available in DVD-Audio mode. Playback options The following options are available: "Normal Track Sequence" Tracks playback in the order - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 126
COMAND. Audio and Video AUX jacks The Audio and Video AUX jacks to which external audio/video sources can be connected are located in the glove box. Audio AUX Switching to Audio AUX mode Select "Audio" "Audio" "AUX". i Please refer to the corresponding operating instructions for information about - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 127
the picture comes on again. Switching to Video AUX mode Select "Video" "Video" "AUX". Screen settings Setting brightness, contrast and color Show the menu system, if necessary ( page 131). Select "Video" "AUX" "AUX". The menu appears. i Please refer to the corresponding operating instructions for - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 128
Changing settings: Slide qmr or turn ymz until you reach the desired setting. Saving settings: Press n. Changing the picture format Show the menu system, if necessary ( page 131). Select "Video" "AUX" "AUX". Changing the format: Slide qmr or turn ymz, until you reach the desired setting. Saving the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 129
1. The setting can be changed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will allow you to playback video DVDs with other regional codes, as long as they is shifted back into park position P, the picture comes on again. i There may be playback problems when playing copied DVDs. There is a large - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Control systems COMAND video DVD Notes about handling DVDs Only use a pen designed for such 14 m) every second. Only hold discs by the edge. Handle discs carefully to prevent playback problems. Avoid getting scratches, fingerprints and dust on discs. Clean discs from time to time with a - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Treble Bass Balance/Fader 3D Sound i The M shortcut button takes you directly to the previously set disc mode (audio CD/DVD, MP3-CD/DVD or video DVD). The number of times you have to press the shortcut button depends on the previously set mode. 130 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 132
menu area is selected. Fast forward/rewind Slide omp and hold until you get to the desired scene. Selecting the DVD medium Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video Show the menu system, if necessary ( page 131). Select "Changer". The media list appears. The dotR indicates the current medium. Menu system - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Control systems COMAND video DVD Stop playback Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video Pause playback Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video Selecting scene/chapter Entering scene/chapter using the COMAND controller Make sure that the control menu is shown ( page 131). Skipping forwards or back: Slide - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 134
Setting brightness, contrast and color Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video Changing the picture format Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video i This function is only available if the DVD is comprised of several film/tracks. Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video Show the menu system, if necessary - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 135
is structured in various ways according to the individual DVD and permits certain actions and settings. Calling up the DVD menu Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video Reconfirming the selection: Select "Select". COMAND carries out the action defined by the selected DVD menu item. Stopping the film or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 136
the DVD menu. or Select a menu item of your choice from the DVD menu. Select the menu item "Go up" in the selection menu. Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video Select the menu item "Back (to the film)" in the selection menu. Show the menu system, if necessary ( page 131). Select "DVD-V" "DVD - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 137
game you can control the play by selecting and initiating actions. The type and number of actions depends on the DVD. Select "Video" DVD". "Video" "Video Selecting an action: Slide qmr or omp, or turn ymz, until you reach the desired setting. Initiating an action: Press n. A menu appears, the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Control systems COMAND telephone* COMAND telephone* Safety precautions Warning! Warning! G i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 139
phone cradles can be installed in the front center armrest, see separate installation instructions for the mobile phone cradle. These mobile phone cradles can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For more information about telephone ( page 519). Unless otherwise indicated, the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 140
Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes or your nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Switching telephone on or off Switching on: Insert mobile phone into cradle when COMAND is switched on. or Switch on the mobile phone (see mobile phone operating instructions). Switching off: Select "Telephone - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 141
and end calls. Select preset radio stations and enter the frequency manually ( page 101). Select preset satellite radio stations and enter the channel CD, DVD-Audio or MP3 ( page 123). Select a scene/chapter from a video DVD ( page 132). 1 Telephone keypad 2 Folding cover Select a street in the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 142
in sequence. Select "S". Entering the number using the telephone keypad Enter digits 9-1-1 ( page 140). Press s. i The "911" emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offense. i This function places a call to the local 911 provider. It does not initiate - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Control systems COMAND telephone* Confirming the emergency call After the digits have been entered, you will see the question "Do you want to dial the 911 emergency number?". Use COMAND controller to select "Yes". The telephone makes the connection. Wait until the emergency call center answers and - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 144
protected from unauthorized use with an unlock code (see mobile phone operating instructions). If you wish to use the phone functions when the unlock to unlock it. The PUK and/or PUK2 are provided by your telephone service provider. Enter PUK/PUK2 digits into mobile phone. The phone may request - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 145
Control systems COMAND telephone* Telephone submenu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). Name Data/Connections Call lists (only when the mo(not during a call) bile phone is inserted in the cradle) Display COMAND phone book Address book Bluetooth - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 146
network Network status "READY ROAM" = mobile phone is logged in with another provider's network Network status "No Service" = No network available 5 To show COMAND phone book ("Name") ( page 154) 6 To call mailbox has been established, the mailbox system will guide you through the next steps. 145 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Control systems COMAND telephone* Call lists COMAND can display the following calls in separate lists: Calls received Calls dialed Calling up a list Select "Call Lists" from main telephone menu. Select "Calls Received" or "Calls Dialed". The corresponding list appears. Illustration: list of calls - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Control systems COMAND telephone* Displaying details of a list entry COMAND can also show a shortened list entry in its entirety. Select list entry ( page 146). Slide omp and select "Options" "Details". The detailed view appears. Closing detailed view: Slide qmr or omp or press n. Saving a list - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 149
the selected number with the new data. or Press ! on the multifunction steering wheel. Use the mobile phone (see mobile phone operating instructions). or Incoming call Rejecting or accepting the call Rejecting: Select "Reject". or Press t on the telephone keypad or on the multifunction steering - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 150
and receive a busy signal, the telephone automatically starts to redial as long as the provider and the mobile phone support this function (see mobile phone operating instructions). While the call is connecting, you can also send character strings ( page 152). Entering the telephone number using the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 151
speed-dial preset locations on the mobile phone and call up the speed-dial presets (see mobile phone operating instructions). i By default, the mailbox number is preset in the speed dial memory unless you have modified it. For more information on the mailbox ( page 145). You can also call up speed - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 152
100 - 999): Select "#" after the digits "S". In both cases, the telephone connects the call to the saved telephone number. If the speed-dial memory contains no telephone numbers, you will see a corresponding message. Deleting message: Press n. or Single- and two-digit numbers: Enter number using the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 153
the microphone is switched off, the > symbol appears in the main area. i This function is not possible with every mobile phone. If the mobile phone supports the function, you can use it during the call connection and also during a call. 1 Back to the call display 2 Character entry 3 To call up the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 154
character you select is immediately sent. The call transfer is controlled by pressing the PTT button on the Bluetooth® headset (see headset operating instructions). Normally, it is sufficient to press the PTT button once, but under certain circumstances you may have to press it a second time. Once - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 155
hands-free system On most Bluetooth® headsets, you press the PTT button on the headset twice quickly to transfer the call (see headset operating instructions). From the hands-free system to the mobile phone If the mobile phone has a folding upper section: Flip upper section open. Take mobile phone - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 156
Control systems COMAND telephone* If any of the telephone numbers of a phone book entry in the mobile phone are the same as an address book entry, COMAND will only display the address book entry. If the entries are not the same, the COMAND phone book will show the phone book entry in the mobile - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Control systems COMAND telephone* Switching between the smart speller and the list Switching from the smart speller to the list: Slide mq repeatedly or press n until the smart speller is hidden. or Rotate ymz or slide omp and select ?. The smart speller is hidden. Illustration: list of phone book - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 158
Control systems COMAND telephone* Closing the COMAND phone book In the smart speller, select "Back". or Press back button L in the center console ( page 84). Selecting an entry in the COMAND phone book Selecting entries using the smart speller Switch from the list to the smart speller if necessary. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 159
is used to create a new entry in the address book and to enter the data (first name, last name and telephone number) manually. Select "Options" "New Entry" in the COMAND phone book list. Selecting a number category: Select a category, e.g. "Home". Selecting a telephone category: Select a category - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Control systems COMAND telephone* Toggling upper and lower case for the input characters: Select & or (. Changing language for the input characters: Select !. Select desired language. Changing character set for the input characters: Select #. 1 Data field 2 Input mark (cursor) 3 Input characters - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Control systems COMAND telephone* Deleting an entry Deleting: Select entry ( page 157). Select "Options" "Delete". i All entries with the following category symbols are phone book entries in the mobile phone. = symbol for "Mobile" category = symbol for "Home" category = symbol for "Work" category = - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Control systems COMAND telephone* Adding a telephone number to an existing address book entry Select phone book entry from mobile phone ( page 157). Search for desired entry using smart speller function. i There is a detailed description of how to search for an address book entry in the "Searching - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 163
on your selection. i This function is used to add a telephone number to an existing address book entry. The telephone number can be entered manually. Select address book entry ( page 157). i All entries with the Select "Options" symbol or without a symbol are address book entries. "Add Number - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 164
in an accident in which you or others could be injured. The address book contains the entries that are saved in the COMAND address book memory. The entries are permanently available even if the phone is not inserted in the cradle*. When you insert the mobile phone into the cradle*, COMAND - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 165
a new address book entry i Please observe the following when creating a new address book entry: You can define your own address in the destination memory in navigation mode. When defining the address, you can transfer data already entered as an address book entry. In the address book entry, the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 166
Control systems COMAND telephone* Switching between private and business data: Select symbol 1. The display switches to private or business data, depending on the previous status. Changing data field: Slide rmq repeatedly until desired entry is highlighted. Illustration: input menu for private data - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Control systems COMAND telephone* Canceling an entry: Select "Back". If one of the data fields contains new data, a prompt will appear asking whether you want to save the entry. Select "Yes" or "No". The entry will either be saved or not, depending on your selection. Searching for an address book - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 168
Control systems COMAND telephone* Entries with the symbol contain complete, navigable address data from the navigation system that correspond to digital map data. It is possible to quickly start route guidance to these types of entry ( page 172). Switching from the smart speller to the list Slide mq - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Control systems COMAND telephone* Displaying a complete address book entry Searching for the desired entry Search for an address book entry ( page 166). or Select an address book entry in the main address book menu ( page 164). Press n. The detailed view appears. i The options available under " - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Control systems COMAND telephone* Switching between private or business data Select symbol 2. The display switches to private or business data, depending on the previous status. Selecting a different data field Rotate ymz or slide qmr. Displaying abbreviated content in full Select "Options" "Details - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 171
Control systems COMAND telephone* i The options available under "Options" menu item 4 depend on which data field 3 is selected. The following options may be available: Calling a number saved in an entry (( page 172) Saving a phone book entry from mobile phone in the address book ( page 175) - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 172
Control systems COMAND telephone* Select "Yes" or "No". If you select "Yes", a selection list will appear containing the four existing numbers. Select number to be overwritten. COMAND overwrites the selected number with the new data. Adding to a telephone number data field COMAND adds the data field - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 173
Control systems COMAND telephone* Calling a number saved in an entry Starting route guidance to an entry Search for an address book entry ( page 166). Display the details of an entry and highlight the address data field ( page 168). Select "Options" or Press n. Select "Options" "Call". In both cases - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 174
do not need to re-enter this additional data later on. The COMAND memory saves the additional data in a special field, which cannot be displayed. Add" or "Change". Subsequent operation is controlled by voice. Voice Control guides you through the dialogs. If all data is available and matches the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Control systems COMAND telephone* Deleting a voice entry Search for the address book entry with a voice entry ( page 166). Select "Options" "Delete". "Voice Name" Saving a phone book entry from mobile phone in the COMAND address book Saving a phone book entry from mobile phone as new address book - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Control systems COMAND telephone* Saving a phone book entry from the mobile phone in an existing address book entry i There is a detailed description of how to search for an address book entry in the "Searching for an address book entry" section ( page 166). Importing data from external Bluetooth® - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 177
also be set to "visible" or "findable" in order for COMAND to find and display it. For the setting procedures, please see the operating instructions for the Bluetooth® device. It is possible to establish a Bluetooth® connection between COMAND and the following types of device: Mobile phone (only for - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 178
each time thereafter, the device list appears immediately if COMAND has not been switched off and on again in the meantime. Starting search manually: select "Update". 1 Authorized and detected device - device and padlock symbol are the same color 2 Device which was not detected, but which has been - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 179
the same passkey into the Bluetooth® device (see the operating instructions for the device). The device is authorized. De-authorizing a switched on or not in the vehicle. SMS messages (Short Message Service) SMS functions The following functions are available: Receive Read The following conditions - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Control systems COMAND telephone* Mobile phone book must be downloaded and available in COMAND. Inbox Calling up the SMS inbox Select "Telephone". The main telephone menu appears. Select "Text Message". The SMS inbox appears. i "Text Message" does not function if the SMS inbox contains no SMS - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Control systems COMAND telephone* Calling an SMS sender Select SMS message "Call". "Options" Adding an SMS sender's telephone number to an existing address book entry Selecting an SMS message: In the SMS inbox, select a message "Options" "Save Number" "Add". Proceed as described in the "Selecting a - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 182
Control systems COMAND telephone* Calling an SMS sender Press n "Call". Adding an SMS sender's telephone number to an existing address book entry Press n "Save Number" "Add". The telephone connects the call. i This function is not possible with all SMS senders. Saving SMS sender as new address - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 183
For safety reasons, only enter a destination when the vehicle is stationary. When the vehicle is in motion, a passenger should enter the destination. Study manual and select route before driving. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 184
versions can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Updating the map software You can update the map software yourself using a DVD. Notes about handling DVDs Only hold discs by the edge. Handle discs carefully to prevent read problems - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) i If you carry out the update with the engine switched off and the vehicle battery has insufficient power, COMAND may automatically switch off during the process in order to protect the battery. If this occurs, restart the update with the engine - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 186
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Updating After you have loaded the DVD, you will see a message to the effect that the disc does not contain a recognizable audio format. Confirming message: Press n. COMAND checks whether the map software on the DVD is compatible with the vehicle's - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 187
not compatible. Confirming message: Press n. COMAND ejects the DVD. Take DVD out of slot. Have the system software updated at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The update may not be successfully completed for the following reasons: DVD dirty or scratched Clean DVD. See the "Notes about handling - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 188
(introduction) General notes Operational readiness of the navigation system following a system software update by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center After a system software update by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the installed map software may no longer be compatible. If this is the case, the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 189
will be necessary to resume the canceled route guidance manually ( page 240). Hard disk errors COMAND has an Please refer to the operating instructions." appears. Deleting message: Switch will then appear again. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i The journey is interrupted if you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 190
RPT (only with route guidance active) Destination Information about Call up real-time trafthe active route guid- fic messages ance Call up the save Repeat the current position memory navigation anfunction nouncement Center the map on the vehicle's position Center the map on the destination - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Calling up the map display and switching to navigation mode Press the N shortcut button once or twice. i The number of times you have to press the or N shortcut button depends on the operating mode currently selected. In the main function line, - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Hiding or showing the menu system Hiding: Slide qm. The "Full Screen" menu item appears in the main area of the display; it is automatically selected. Press n. The menu system is hidden. The map can be seen in the full screen. Showing: Press n in the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Adjusting the map scale Rotate ymz. Rotating clockwise zooms in, rotating counterclockwise zooms out. Saving crosshair position as destination in last destinations list Showing menu system, if necessary: Press n. Saving: Select "Position" sition". " - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 194
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Basic settings Map orientation Setting map orientation: Select "Navi" "Navi" "Map Display". The map display list appears. A dot R indicates the current setting. Select "North Up" or "Heading Up". 1 Current map orientation The following may be - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Setting POI symbols You can set which points of interest (POIs) should be displayed as symbols in the map. POIs are garages, hotels, movie theaters or restaurants, for example. Select "Standard symbols", "Personal symbols" or "No symbols". If you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Geo-coordinate display Display options with geo-coordinate display switched on If the crosshair is displayed on the map view (map was moved manually), only display 3 is visible. It shows either the coordinates of the crosshair or other data on the crosshair position, e.g. a street name. The digital - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 197
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Switching the geo-coordinate display on or off Select "Navi" play". "Navi" "Map DisSetting route type You can set the following route types: "Fast Route": COMAND calculates a route with the shortest possible (minimized) driving time. "Short Route": - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Exiting menu: Slide omp or press back button L in the center console ( page 84). COMAND will verify whether it can incorporate the modes if you select them with route guidance active. If it can, COMAND calculates a new route while incorporating the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 199
language ( page 258). The following destination entry options are available: Entering a destination by address Entering a destination from the destination memory Entering a destination from the list of last destinations Entering a destination from the map Entering a stopover Entering a POI To - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 200
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Menu items in the address input menu Some menu items will not or not yet be available, depending on the sequence in which you enter the address and the data version. Example: If you have not made any entries, menu items "House No.", " - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 201
. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of states without input characters at any time. Switching manually to list of states without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 202
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering a province (Canada) In the address input menu, select "State/Prov" "Provinces (Canada)". A list of provinces appears. Select desired province. The address input menu appears again. It shows the abbreviation for the selected - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering the zip code List of zip codes with input characters i It is not possible to enter a zip code if you have already entered other address data aside from the state (USA) or province (CDN). You can only enter those zip codes - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 204
selection: Press n. You will see the address input menu again. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of zip codes without input characters at any time. Switching manually to list of zip codes without input characters: Slide qm. List of zip codes without input characters - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 205
i In this case, entering a POI is based on the city seen in the address input menu. "Save": saving a destination in the destination memory ( page 247) "Start": starting the route calculation ( page 218) Continuing or completing destination entry: Select one of the menu items mentioned above. 204 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 206
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) List of cities with input characters When this list appears, the input characters 4 are automatically activated. i In the list of input characters 4, you can only select currently selectable characters. Which characters are included - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 207
. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of cities without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the list of cities without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 208
city. i In this case, entering a POI is based on the city seen in the address input menu. "Save": saving a destination in the destination memory ( page 247) "Start": starting the route calculation ( page 218) Continuing or completing destination entry: Select one of the menu items mentioned above - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 209
. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the street list without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the street list without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 210
221) i In this case, entering a POI is based on the city seen in the address input menu. "Save": saving a destination in the destination memory ( page 247) "Start": starting the route calculation ( page 218) Continuing or completing destination entry: Select one of the menu items mentioned above - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering a center List of centers with input characters When this list appears, the input characters 7 are automatically activated. i It is not possible to enter a center if: you have not yet entered a city you have already entered a - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 212
character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of centers without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the list of centers in the address input menu. "Save": saving a destination in the destination memory ( page 247) "Start": starting the route calculation ( page 218) - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering a house number Deleting an entire entry: Select ) in the bottom line and press n until the entire entry is deleted. Canceling an entry: Select "Back" in the bottom line and press n. or Press back button L in the center - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 214
page 225) i In this case, entering a POI is based on the city seen in the address input menu. "Save": saving a destination in the destination memory ( page 247) "Start": starting the route calculation ( page 218) 1 Numbers entered by the user 2 Numbers automatically added by the system 3 Top list - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 215
. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During number entry, you can also manually switch to the list of house numbers without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the list of house numbers without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 216
i In this case, entering a POI is based on the city seen in the address input menu. "Save": saving a destination in the destination memory ( page 247) "Start": starting the route calculation ( page 218) Continuing or completing destination entry: Select one of the menu items mentioned above. 215 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 217
Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. During character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of intersections without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the list of intersections without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 218
of how to enter a city can be found in the "Entering a city" section ( page 204). "Save": saving a destination in the destination memory ( page 247) "Start": starting the route calculation Continuing or completing destination entry: Select one of the menu items mentioned above. Selecting an - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 219
all the necessary address data has been entered. i With "Change Name" you can change the name of the chosen entry from the destination memory before starting the route calculation. i Route calculation requires a certain amount of time. The time depends on the distance from the destination, for - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 220
either with or without the input characters ( page 220). Whether the input characters appear depends on the number of entries in the destination memory. While the characters are being selected as described below, the top list entry 1 always shows the destination which best corresponds to the input - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 221
at any time. or Select ? in the second line from the bottom and press n. Destination memory list without input characters or Select "Back" and press n. Switching manually to the destination memory list without input characters: Slide qm. Selecting a destination: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. Canceling - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering a destination from the list of last destinations Select "Navi" "Destination" "From Last Destinations". The list of last destinations appears. The most recent destination is at the top of the list. Select desired destination. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 223
i When route guidance is active, you can enter a stopover. Stopovers can be predefined destinations from the following predefined categories: "Mercedes-Benz Center" "Hospital" "Gas station" "Parking lot" "Restaurant" However, you can also enter destinations other than the predefined ones. i You - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 224
not find any destinations, you will see a message to this effect. Entering: Select "Other". You can select between the following menu items: "Address Entry" "From Memory" "From Last Destinations" "From POIs" Select a menu item. 223 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 225
may differ, depending on your selection: "Address Entry" selection: Enter a destination by address ( page 198). "From Memory" selection: Enter a destination from the destination memory ( page 219). "From Last Destinations" selection: Enter a destination from the list of last destinations ( page 221 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 226
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Entering a POI in the surrounding area In the map view while the menu system is displayed, select ( page 191) "Destination" "From POIs" "Current Position". Continue with designating - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 227
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Selecting another state (USA) or province (CDN): Select the first list entry. A list of states/provinces appears. Select desired state (USA) or province (CDN). If there are no POIs for the selected state (USA) or province (CDN), you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 228
the input characters. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. You can also manually switch to the main category list without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the main category list without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Main category list without input characters or Press back button L in the center console ( page 84). Confirming selection: Press n. Main categories with symbol 2 contain either POIs or subcategories. Further operation depends on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 230
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Canceling selection: Select "Back" and press n. or Press back button L in the center console ( page 84). Confirming selection: Press n. After selecting a subcategory, a list of POIs appears. It contains the POIs available within the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 231
list without input characters. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. You can also manually switch to the POI list without input characters at any time. Switching manually to the POI list without input characters: Slide qm. or Select ? in the second line from the bottom - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) POI list without input characters List options Options in category and POI lists If you enter a POI in the surrounding area, initially, only categories and POIs within a radius of approximately 12 mi around the vehicle position are - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 233
of the crosshair. If the crosshair is not shown on the map, you can enter POIs in the vicinity of the vehicle's current position. Select "Guide" in the map view with the menu system displayed ( page 191). You will see POI symbols on the map, depending on whether POIs are available - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 234
/traffic situation. For example, if the traffic routing has been changed or the direction of a one-way road has been reversed. COMAND guides you to the destination using navigation commands in the form of audible navigation announcements and route guidance displays. i The route guidance displays - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Control systems COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Preparation phase COMAND prepares you for the upcoming driving maneuver. Based on the example display below, the driving maneuver is announced with the "Prepare to turn left" message. The display is not split and shows the map over the full - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Control systems COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Maneuver phase COMAND announces the next driving maneuver. Based on the example display below, the driving maneuver is announced 150 feet in advance with the "Now turn left" message. The display is also split into two halves, as for the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 237
areas If the destination is within a partially digitized area COMAND guides you through fully digitized areas for as long as possible. not generate automatic navigation announcements. If you try to call up an announcement manually, ( page 239) you will hear the announcement "You are currently in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 238
-road destination Warning! These destinations are shown as off-road destinations, which you can enter using the map, for example. In these cases, COMAND guides you for as long as possible with navigation announcements and displays on roads known to the system. Shortly before you reach the last known - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 239
current position of the car, vehicle is off road. COMAND is also able to guide you to a destination from such a location. At the start of the route guidance then the vehicle is in an off-map location. COMAND is also able to guide you to a destination from such a location. At the start of the route - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 240
the volume during an automatic announcement ( page 94). or Call up an announcement manually using "Navi" "RPT" and adjust the volume ( page 94). i You Press F during an announcement. You will see the message "The driving instructions have been muted." for a short while. i If Russian or Chinese - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 241
Control systems COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Cancel route guidance Select "Destination" "Cancel Route Guidance" in map view with the menu system displayed ( page 191). Continuing cancelled route guidance Select "Destination" "Continue Route Guidance" in map view with the menu - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 242
Control systems COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Displaying info Select "Info" in map view with the menu system displayed ( page 191). The route information appears. i COMAND uses the time set in COMAND as the basis for calculating the estimated arrival time. The clock must be set - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Control systems COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Displaying route information Select "Route" " Route Info" in map view with the menu system displayed ( page 191). The route information appears. Closing route info: Slide omp or press back button L in the center console ( page 84). - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 244
Control systems COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Starting route calculation: Select "Start", see also ( page 218). Deleting blockage: Select "Navi" "Route" "Detour" "Delete". Select "Back". 1 Blocked route section 2 Current vehicle position; the triangle indicates the vehicle's - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Control systems COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) A RDS-TMC (Radio Data System-Traffic Message Channel) radio transmitter broadcasts traffic reports COMAND can receive and incorporate into the navigation system. Traffic report messages and map symbols can then be viewed in the COMAND - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 246
Control systems COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) The following shows the possible symbol displays. Displaying real-time traffic reports Displaying the message list Select "Navi" "Traffic". List for inactive route guidance When route guidance is inactive, the list displays all streets for - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Control systems COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) List for active route guidance When route guidance is active, the list displays only the streets which are part of the route and for which messages are present. Read a message: Select a street. You can find an example message on ( page 246 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 248
the input characters. Selecting save options Saving a destination without a name Select "Save Without Name". COMAND saves the destination in the destination memory and uses the address as the destination name. i This function also saves the destination in the address book. There COMAND creates an - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Assigning a destination to an address book entry Select desired address book entry. Proceed as described in the "Searching for an address book entry" section ( page - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 250
list with input characters Select desired destination. Proceed as described for destination entry in the "Entering a destination from the destination memory" section ( page 219). Select "Delete" after selecting the destination to be deleted. A prompt appears asking whether you want to delete the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 251
". Depending on the number of entries in the destination memory, you will see the destination memory list with or without input characters. Example illustration: destination memory list without input characters Example illustration: destination memory list with input characters In the destination - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 252
. Press n. Further operation depends on whether you want to enter the address manually or use an address book entry as your own address. or If you want map data, COMAND saves the entry as your own address in the destination memory. If address data is still missing or if it cannot be found on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 253
list appears either with or without the input characters. Whether the input characters appear depends on the number of entries in the destination memory. Press n. i In the address book entry, the city and street must be spelled in the same way as the destination entry so that the data - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 254
from the list of input characters: Rotate ymz or slide qm repeatedly until the list entry "My Address" is highlighted. In the destination memory list without input characters, the "My Address" entry is automatically highlighted. Press n. If your own address has already been assigned, you will see - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 255
was launched. It is stored in the "last destinations" memory. If this memory is full, COMAND deletes the oldest destination. You can also . Saving the crosshair position in the list of last destinations i If you have manually moved the map, you will see a crosshair on the map ( page 191). - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Control systems COMAND system settings COMAND system settings Systems settings menu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). Display ( page 255) Display settings Time ( page 255) Time settings Voice Control ( page 257) Voice Control settings - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 257
time zone. Subsequent operation depends on: whether your navigation system has GPS reception which country you have previously set You may either: manually switch between "Daylight Savings Time (Summer)" and "Standard time (Winter)" in a list or switch automatic Daylight Saving Time to standard time - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 258
to start individualization with the vehicle stationary. After starting the session, the system will guide you through the individualization by means of acoustic instructions. Select "Vehicle" "System Settings" "Voice Control" "Start new individualization". A prompt appears asking whether you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 259
Control systems COMAND system settings At the end of the first part, you will see a prompt asking whether you want to begin the second part. Select "Yes" or "No". If you select "No", individualization will be canceled. The data from the first part is saved automatically. If you select "Yes", the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 260
You can reset COMAND back to its factory settings. In this case, all personal data (e.g. address book entries, entries in the destination memory and the list of last destinations of the navigation system), among other things, is deleted. Select "Vehicle" "Reset". "System Settings" A prompt appears - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu In this menu, you can program the following vehicle functions: Function Exterior Lighting Delayed Switch-off Locator Lighting Exterior Mirror Convenience Settings Automatic Locking Easy Entry/Exit Feature Interior Ambient Light Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-off - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 262
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Locator lighting on/off Select "Vehicle". The main area is active. Selecting "Locator Lighting" function: Slide omp or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). With the locator - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 263
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Exterior mirror convenience settings i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). Confirming selection: Press n. To activate locator lighting: Make sure the function "Locator Lighting" is set. Turn the exterior lamp switch to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 264
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Automatic locking on/off Switching automatic locking on or off: Press n. or Select "Vehicle" matic Locking". "Vehicle" "Auto- i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). Selecting a function: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. A - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 265
when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated. To stop seat/steering wheel movement, do one of the following: Press seat adjustment switch ( page 369). Move steering wheel adjustment stalk ( page 379). Press one of the memory position buttons or the memory button M ( page 386). Do not leave children - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 266
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Confirming selection: Press n. A selection list appears. The current setting is indicated by a dot R. Setting interior ambient lighting Adjusting brightness: Slide omp or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. or Select "Vehicle" "Vehicle" or Ambient Light". " - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 267
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Setting interior lighting delayed switch-off Confirming selection: Press n. A selection list appears. The current setting is indicated by a dot R. Select "Vehicle" "Vehicle" "Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-off". A selection list appears. The current setting is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 268
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Extending or retracting rear window sunshade Warning! G i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). This function is used to extend or retract the rear sunshade. When operating the rear window sunshade, be sure that there - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 269
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Trunk opening-height restriction* on/off i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). You can select whether the trunk lid should open fully or only to the height of the roof. Select "Vehicle". The main area is active. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control COMAND automatic climate control i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). Warning! G The following automatic climate control functions can be operated via COMAND: Function Temperature Air distribution Air - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control The automatic climate control menu is called up via the climate control settings. Setting temperature Use the temperature controls %$ ( page 491) in the center console or COMAND climate control settings to separately adjust the air temperature on each - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 272
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control Adjusting air distribution You can adjust the air distribution separately for the driver's and front passenger's side. Changing air distribution: Rotate ymz. The symbol for air distribution changes. The direction and size of the arrows represent the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control Changing air volume: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. or Switching back to automatic mode: Rotate ymz and select "AUTO". Exiting menu: Press n, back button L in the center console ( page 84) or slide omp. The setting is saved. Function Switching off cooling - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 274
the air conditioning is losing refrigerant. The compressor has turned itself off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select climate control settings tral climate control menu. Cen- Exiting menu: Press back button L in the center console ( page 84 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control The "Mono" function is automatically switched off when you: change an automatic climate control setting for the front passenger's side using COMAND operate a button from the automatic climate control for the front passenger's side operate one of the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control Adjusting air flow from air vents i In automatic mode, this setting optimizes the air flow when outside temperatures are high. The "Airflow" setting defines air distribution and air volume in automatic mode: "Focused" (default setting, increased air - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 277
The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 83). The following seat adjustments can be made via COMAND: Settings Lumbar support (CL 550) Drive-dynamic multicontour seats* Page 277 278 1 Seat menu button Press O. The main area is active. Switching to the bottom menu line - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 278
function from the main menu line. Lumbar support (CL 550) To support the spine, you can adjust the curvature of the front seat backrests. Press O. The main area of the COMAND display is active. A scale appears. Select seat ( page 276). Adjusting lumbar support: Slide omp or rotate ymz until desired - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 279
) of the drive-dynamic multicontour seats is increased. Drive-dynamic multicontour seats allow several individual support adjustments and can automatically adjust lateral support to your driving style ( page 281). i Whether adjustments are being made manually or automatically, noises may be - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 280
: Press n. Adjusting backrest curvature in lumbar area This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the lumbar area of the backrest. Select seat ( page 276). Selecting "Lumbar": Slide omp or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. Cross-hairs appear. You can use them to make two settings - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 281
backrest curvature in shoulder area This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the shoulder area of the backrest. Select seat ( page 276). Selecting "Shoulders": Slide omp or rotate ymz. Slide qmr or omp until desired setting is reached. Saving setting: Press n. Confirming selection - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 282
between: "0": off "1": level 1 "2": level 2 Slide qmr or rotate ymz until desired setting is reached. Saving setting: Press n. Pulse mode Select seat ( page 276). Selecting "Pulse Mode": Slide omp or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. A list appears. You can choose between different types - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 283
about your vehicle change vehicle settings For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for service, to call up statistical data on your vehicle, and much more. Multifunction display Warning! G A driver's attention to the road and traffic conditions must - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 284
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. find functions for making settings to your vehicle. There are - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 285
consumption statistics since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics Distance to empty Digital speedometer Operating DVD changer/ Overall analysis audio CD/ audio DVD/MP3 Operating Video DVD Lap analysis 1 CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only. 284 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 286
warning and system status mode (USA only) messages stored in memory Activating/deactivating Checking tire inflation presPRE-SAFE® Brake* (vehicles Answering a call Calling up maintenance service Switching on or off radar display sensors* Checking engine oil level (CL 600) Ending a call or rejecting - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 287
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Trip menu Fuel consumption statistics since start Press ( or & to select the "Trip" menu. Press % to select "From Start". Fuel consumption statistics since last reset Press ( or & to select the "Trip" menu. Press % or $ to select "Since Reset". i - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Resetting fuel consumption statistics Press ( or & to select the "Trip" menu. Press % or $ to select the function you wish to reset. Press #. Distance to empty Press ( or & to select the "Trip" menu. Press % or $ to select "Range". The calculated - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 289
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Route guidance active The image on the multifunction display depends on whether you are being notified of a driving maneuver. No notification of driving maneuver Notification of driving maneuver without lane recommendation Navigation status displays - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 290
Control systems Instrument cluster control system "Calculating Route" COMAND is calculating a route. Afterward, COMAND starts route guidance. "Off Map" The vehicle's location is outside of the digital map's range. The vehicle is in an off-map position ( page 238). "Off Mapped Road" The vehicle is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 291
Satellite Radio service provider is required for the satellite radio operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the "Audio" menu. Press % or $ to select a track. Operating video DVD Turn on COMAND and select "Video" "Video" "Video DVD" ( page 130). Press ( or & to select the "Audio" - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 292
the engine reaches the overspeed range in the manual shift program, you will see "up" 2 next to gear indicator 1 as a reminder to upshift. RACETIMER Warning! i This function is only available in CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only. G The main screen of the AMG menu shows you the gear currently engaged - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 293
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Stopping RACETIMER: Press æ. To select a different display, press $, ( or &. Saving lap time and starting a new lap i You can save up to 16 laps. Press button ç while the timer is running. The intermediate time will be shown for 5 seconds. Press - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 294
i These functions are only available if you have saved at least one lap and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press ( or & to select the "AMG" menu. Press $ repeatedly until the overall analysis appears in the multifunction display. i It is not possible to delete a single saved lap. Press button - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 295
you have saved at least two laps and have stopped RACETIMER. i The menu overview can be found on ( page 284). Press ( or & to select the "AMG" menu. Press $ repeatedly until the lap analysis appears in the multifunction display. i Each lap is shown in its own submenu. The fastest lap is indicated - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 296
separate installation instructions for the mobile phone cradle. These mobile phone cradles can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For display is blank. If no network available, the multifunction display reads "No Service". If the telephone is on, as soon as the telephone has found - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 297
# to switch to the phone book. Press % or $ to select the desired name. The stored names are displayed in ascending alphabetical order. i When you insert a Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phone into the cradle*, the control system reads in the phone book that is saved on the SIM card or in the phone - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 298
your entire phone book. Log on to the network ( page 295). Press s to switch to the number and/or name last dialed in the redial memory. Press % or $ to select the desired number and/or name. Press s or # to start dialing. Once a connection has been established, the name appears in the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Assistance menu* Switching on or off Rear View Camera* i The menu overview can be found on ( page 284). i The image from the Rear View Camera is shown on the COMAND display. In the "Assistance" menu, you can change the settings of your driving - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 300
or & to select the "Assistance" menu. Press % or $ to select the "Blind Spot Assist" function. Press #. Service menu i The menu overview can be found on ( page 284). The "Service" menu is used for calling up messages checking tire inflation pressure electronically with the Advanced TPMS calling up - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 301
. The vehicle status message memory menu only appears if there service indicator display ( page 592). Checking engine oil level (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG) For information about checking engine oil level ( page 555). performed on the vehicle and by bringing the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Settings menu Press # again if you would like to change the current status. Depending on the previous status, the daytime running lamps will be switched on or off. With "Daytime Running Lamps" mode selected and the exterior lamp switch at position M - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 303
Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted. Do not tamper status of the radar sensors remains stored in memory even if the engine is turned off and - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Control systems Voice Control Voice Control Operating safety The navigation system does not supply any information on stop signs, yield signs, traffic regulations or traffic safety rules. Their observance always remains in the driver's personal responsibility. DVD maps do not cover all areas nor all - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Control systems Voice Control introduction The Voice Control System gives you the capability to control the following systems on your vehicle using spoken commands: Telephone* ( page 308) Navigation ( page 315) Address book ( page 325) Audio ( page 329) (AM/FM radio, CD/DVD changer, MP3 player) You - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 306
Control systems Voice Control introduction Spelling You may not need to spell the entire name (street, intersection, city or point of interest) especially if the name is lengthy. Spelling the first three to five characters of the name should be sufficient for the system to recognize the name - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Control systems Voice Control introduction Controls Operation via the multifunction steering wheel Activating Voice Control Switch on COMAND ( page 83). Press !. An audible tone (beep) confirms the activation of the system. Speak a command. Cancelling Voice Control Press L. or Speak the command " - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Control systems Voice Control introduction Setting volume level Activate Voice Control. Speak a command, for example "Help". Press æ or ç. The volume is increased or decreased during voice output. or Set volume for voice output using the COMAND volume thumbwheel on the lower part of the front - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 309
injury. i Various mobile phone cradles can be installed in the front center armrest, see separate installation instructions for the mobile phone cradle. These mobile phone cradles can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For more information about telephone ( page 519). 308 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 310
Control systems Voice Control telephone The Voice Control System detects whether your telephone is switched on the corresponding mobile network is logged in it is possible to dial If dialing is not possible, the Voice Control System will advise you accordingly. Telephone commands For a complete list - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Control systems Voice Control telephone "Dial number" You can dial a phone number using the command "Dial number". Digits from "Zero" to "Nine" may be used. The phone number must be spoken as a continuously spoken string of digits, or in digit blocks (three to five digits in each block). After each - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Control systems Voice Control telephone "Correction" Using the command "Correction" will correct the last entered digit block. After speaking the command, the last digit block is deleted and all previously entered digits are repeated. The system then prompts you to continue your input. Sample dialog - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 313
in your personal address book. Sample dialog: i The Voice Control System may recognize names even if not saved in your voice. For optimum call-up performance, however, you should speak and save the names you intend to use yourself. i You can also add a name to an entry by calling up the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Control systems Voice Control telephone "Call " (Address book) Use the command "Call " to place a phone call by directly selecting a name previously stored in your address book. One address book entry can have up to three different telephone numbers (mobile phone/car/land - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 315
Control systems Voice Control telephone "List phone book" and dialing a phone number Use the command "List phone book" to listen to all voice entries in the phone book with a phone number stored, and select an entry and dial that number. Sample dialog: Selecting an entry and dialing that number For - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 316
observe traffic regulations while driving. Drive carefully and always obey traffic laws and road signs, even if they contradict navigation system instructions. For safety reasons, you should only select a destination when the vehicle is stationary. While the navigation system provides directional - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 317
of the address book start route guidance display the map zoom in or zoom out of the map listen to the destination memory cancel route guidance turn guide instructions on or off Before you can operate navigation using the Voice Control System, you have to activate the Voice Control System ( page - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Sample dialog: Dialog for entering a complete address "Enter destination" Use the command "Enter destination" to enter a complete destination address. The system guides you through the dialog. As soon as a valid address has been entered, you can start route guidance or save the destination. For - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Control systems Voice Control navigation t Number one accepted t Do you want to start route guidance? "Points of interest" Use the command "Points of interest" to select a point of interest (POI) such as airports, railroad stations, gas stations etc. Sample dialog: u The system displays a - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 320
the commands "Next gas station" "Next parking lot" "Next Mercedes-Benz service" "Next restaurant" "Next hospital" you can select POIs in recognize names even if not saved in your voice. For best possible call-up performance, however, you should speak and save the names you intend to use yourself. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 321
. If guidance voice output was previously muted, using this command will deactivate the muting of the voice output. "Guidance instructions off" Use the command "Guidance instructions off" to mute the systems' guidance voice output. s Navigate to John Smith If more than one address exists for - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 322
" These commands are used to adapt the map display directly to the smallest or largest map scale. "List destination memory" Use the command "List destination memory" to have the system read out all destination memory entries and select and entry for route guidance. Sample dialog: s List destination - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 323
Control systems Voice Control navigation Commands for entering parts of an address "Enter town" The "Enter town" command is used to enter any larger city in the USA or Canada. t Please select a line number s Number one t Number one, town accepted The city selected is adopted for route guidance. " - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Control systems Voice Control navigation "District" or "Center" Use the command "District" or "Center" to to spell a city location in the city previously selected. Speak the characters as a continuous string (five to seven characters). The system then displays a list of available city districts or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Control systems Voice Control navigation "Intersection", "Cross street" Use the command "Intersection" or "Cross street" to spell and select an intersection. Speak the characters as a continuous string (five to seven characters). The system then displays a list of available intersections on the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 326
313) Navigate to an entry ( page 320) List address book ( page 327) List phone book of the address ( page 314) List address book destination memory ( page 321) Delete the address book ( page 327) Open the address book G Please devote your attention first and foremost to the traffic situation you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 327
Control systems Voice Control address book Opening address book Press !. Speak the command "Address book". Press !. Speak one of the address book commands described below. Operation with address book open (local) In addition to the capabilities listed when the address book is not open, the address - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 328
and, if desired, select an entry when it is being read. Sample dialog: "List phone book" and dialing a phone number ( page 314) "List destination memory" ( page 321) "Delete address book" Use the command "Delete address book" to delete all or individual voice names of the address book entries. Only - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Control systems Voice Control address book Available commands with the address book open "Help address book" Use the command "Help address book" to have the Voice Control System read out an option list of all available commands for the address book. "Open " Use the command "Open - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 330
Control systems Voice Control radio Voice Control radio Warning! Radio operation The Voice Control System gives you the capability to: Select a station Seek a station Select a specific frequency Save up to 20 stations in your station list Select frequency band (FM or AM) Select weatherband Switch to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 331
name from your station list. Sample dialog: i The Voice Control System may recognize names even if not saved in your voice. For optimum performance, however, call up only names you have saved yourself. s Select station t Please say the station name s Smooth Jazz The Voice Control System tunes - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Control systems Voice Control radio "Station Smooth Jazz" (List saved stations) Use this command (AM and FM only) to directly select a saved station name from your station list. Sample dialog: "List station list" and select station from list Use this command to list the entire station list, or to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 333
Control systems Voice Control radio "Delete station list" Use this command to delete the complete station list or one or more stations from the station list. Sample dialog: The system deletes the complete station list. The deletion of the station list cannot be undone. or The station is erased and - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 334
Control systems Voice Control CD/DVD changer/MP3 Voice Control CD/DVD changer/MP3 Warning! Operation The Voice Control System gives you the ability to: Select a CD/DVD/medium Select a track Select a folder in MP3 mode Select a group in audio-DVD mode Selecting CD mode Press !. Speak one of the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 335
on the inserted audio-DVD. "Next group"/"Previous group" The "Next group"/"Previous group" commands are used to select a group on the inserted audio-DVD. "Memory card" The "Memory card" command is used to switch from the DVD drive to the PCMCIA card. 334 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 336
Control systems Voice Control command list Voice Control command list Command list Chapter "Command list" gives you on overview of all commands available for use to control the Voice Control System. Which commands are available for use is dependent on the equipment level in your vehicle. General - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 337
Control systems Voice Control command list Telephone* commands telephone (on) phone (on) telephone off save save PIN save PIN code save number save PIN number save telephone number save name save password store PIN store PIN code store number store PIN number help permanent commands help global - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 338
Control systems Voice Control command list store telephone number store name store password dial dial PIN dial number dial PIN number dial PIN code dial phone number dial telephone number dial password dial unlock code confirm confirm PIN confirm number confirm PIN number confirm PIN code confirm - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 339
on switch on guidance instruction switch on guidance instructions switch on route guidance instruction switch on route guidance instructions guidance instructions off switch guidance instructions off switch route guidance instructions off switch off guidance instructions switch off route guidance - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 340
Control systems Voice Control command list spell cross street enter intersection enter cross street last destinations last states last provinces spell town spell city spell name of town spell name of city enter town enter city enter name of town enter name of city district center spell district - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 341
station next Mercedes-Benz service next workshop next MB service next MB service point next MB service center next Mercedes service next Mercedes service point next Mercedes service center next Mercedes-Benz service point next Mercedes-Benz service center next service point next service center next - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 342
systems Voice Control command list open delete name delete list destination memory read out destination memory play destination memory get destination memory recall destination memory car car phone land line - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 343
Control systems Voice Control command list home car phone car home car phone home home land line home land line phone land line home land line phone home home cell phone home mobile cell home cell phone home mobile home mobile phone home cellular home cellular phone home call work car - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Control systems Voice Control command list Radio radio (on) AM MW FM weatherband next station station search going up other station radio seek station go to delete station save station store station select station ninety-five five ninety-five five megahertz - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 345
Control systems Voice Control command list CD CD (on) CD player (on) CD changer (on) next CD other CD next medium other medium previous CD last CD preceding CD replay CD replay medium repeat medium last medium previous medium next track other track MP3 MP3 (on) MP3 player (on) MP3 changer (on) next - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 346
track track 1-39 load track 1-39 load track number 1-39 select track 1-39 select track number 1-39 MP3 1-6 MP3 number 1-6 medium 1-6 medium number 1-6 drive memory card DVD audio DVD DVDA player (on) audio DVD player (on) DVD audio player (on) DVDA changer (on) audio DVD changer (on) DVD audio - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 347
Control systems Voice Control command list replay medium repeat medium last medium previous medium next directory other directory next folder other folder previous directory previous folder last directory last folder repeat directory repeat folder next group other group previous group previous - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 348
systems Voice Control troubleshooting Voice Control troubleshooting Help function To support the user, the be used. Speaking phone numbers in digit blocks of 3 to 5 digits has proven a very reliable method for the input of phone numbers. Spelling The letters of the English alphabet and the digits - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 349
Control systems Voice Control troubleshooting What to do if ...Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution When you create your address book entries, select names with the greatest possible acoustic differences. Speak the command "List station - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 350
Control systems Voice Control troubleshooting Problem Voice Control System does not recognize commands. Possible cause/consequence You have not operated the system from the driver's seat. You have spoken unclearly, too loudly or too quietly. A blower is set to the highest setting, vents are - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 351
i The individualization can only be performed when the vehicle is stationary. If you drive off, the individualization will be canceled. After starting the session, the system will guide you through the individualization by means of acoustic instructions. Individualization consists of two stages - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 352
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Starter switch positions Seats Steering wheel Mirrors Memory function Fastening the seat belts Lighting Windshield wipers Power windows Driving and parking Automatic transmission Instrument cluster Driving systems Air vents Automatic climate control Trunk - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 353
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking SmartKey Warning! Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The SmartKey provides an extended operating range. To prevent theft, however, it is advisable to only unlock the vehicle when you are in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 354
505). Have the vehicle batteries and their connections checked ( page 702). If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 355
. The acoustic signal is activated at the factory. If you wish to deactivate the feature, or adjust its signal volume, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Global unlocking: Press button Œ. All turn signal lamps flash once. An acoustic signal sounds once. The locking knobs in the doors move - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 356
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Selective setting If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that pressing button Œ only unlocks the driver's door and the fuel filler flap. Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds until battery check - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 357
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The KEYLESS-GO function is integrated into the SmartKey. On these vehicles, the validity of the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 358
the vehicle batteries and their connections checked ( page 702). If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i When you open a door, the side window on that side lowers slightly. Once you close the door, the window moves up - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 359
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey ( page 352). The starter switch is located under the KEYLESS-GO button. Pull the KEYLESS-GO button out in order to access the starter switch. You can - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 360
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO or change its present location immediately (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket). If you have started the engine with the KEYLESS-GO , or adjust its signal volume, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 Outside door handle 359 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global unlocking: Grasp an outside door handle. All turn signal lamps flash once. An acoustic signal sounds once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed. The vehicle will lock again automatically and rearm the anti- - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 362
with KEYLESS-GO or mechanical key, you should do the following: Have the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO deactivated by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Report the loss of the SmartKey, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO or the mechanical key immediately to your car insurance company. Have the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 363
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. i If the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid It is not necessary to slam the door or trunk lid closed. An electrical power-assisted mechanism draws doors and trunk lid closed quietly and automatically once door and trunk lid has been latched. When the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Locking and unlocking from the inside i You can open a locked door from inside at any time. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. If the vehicle was previously centrally locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO*, it will not unlock using the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 366
Controls in detail Starter switch positions Starter switch positions Warning! 0 For removing SmartKey 1 Power supply for some electrical consumers 2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position. All lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 367
Controls in detail Starter switch positions SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-GO function and a removable KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. With the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button inserted and the SmartKey with - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 368
Controls in detail Starter switch positions Position 0 Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle's on-board electronics have status 0 (as with SmartKey removed). Position 1 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once. This supplies power for some electrical consumers. Ignition ( - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 369
head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. Never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a nearly upright - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 370
support (CL 550) for driver and front passenger, or operate the drive-dynamic multicontour front seats* using COMAND ( page 276). Front power seat adjustment Warning! G i If PRE-SAFE® has been activated, the front passenger's seat will be moved to a more favorable seat position. i The memory - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 371
or braking maneuver. Make sure no one is caught or injured while the seat is being adjusted. Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle, the power seats can be operated. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 372
1 is on, you can operate the following features of the front passenger seat: seat adjustment seat heating/ventilation* memory function Folding front seat backrest forward Folding backrests back Lift release lever 1. Fold and press the seat backrest rearward until it engages in driving position. The - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 373
message is still displayed, have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or of interruption. Now use memory button ( page 386) or seat adjustment switch ( page 369) to bring the seat into the desired position. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 374
to an upright position. With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel and driver's seat will return to their last set memory position or a factory-set maximum forward position when you: close the driver's door with the ignition switched on insert the SmartKey into the starter - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 375
to a factory-set maximum forward position. To again fully return the driver's seat to your last set position or to memory position, adjust the seat to the desired position or press and hold the respective memory position button ( page 386). With the easy-entry/exit feature activated the steering - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 376
to level 1 after approximately 10 minutes. 1 One indicator lamp on (lowest level) The seat heating automatically switches off after approximately 20 minutes. With seat heating and seat ventilation* activated the seat heating will not switch off after 20 minutes. off No indicator lamp on Switching on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 377
many electrical consumers are turned on. The seat ventilation switches off automatically. The seat ventilation will switch back on again automatically as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 378
occupied. Otherwise, the back of the head will not be supported in the event of a collision. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Rear seat occupants can be seriously injured or killed. Manually adjust the angle of the head restraint. Push or pull on the upper edge of the head restraint - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 379
upright until it locks into place. Warning! G Make sure the rear seat head restraints engage when placing them upright manually. Otherwise their protective function cannot be ensured. The back of the head will not be supported in the event of a collision. That could cause serious or even fatal - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 380
access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. i The memory function ( page 385) lets you store settings for the steering wheel together with the settings for the seat position and the exterior rear view mirrors. Make sure that you can reach the steering wheel - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Controls in detail Steering wheel Heated steering wheel* The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel. Switching on: Turn switch at the tip of stalk in the direction of arrow 1. The steering wheel is heated. Indicator lamp 3 comes on. i The steering wheel heating - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 382
road and traffic conditions. Interior rear view mirror Manually adjust the interior rear view mirror. For more mirrors will be heated automatically. i The memory function ( G page 385) lets you the setting for the steering wheel and the seat positions. Exercise care when using the passenger side - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 383
are folded out before driving off. ! If an exterior rear view mirror housing has been forcibly pushed forward (hit from the rear), reposition it manually by applying firm pressure until it snaps back into place. If an exterior rear view mirror housing has been forcibly pushed rearward (hit from the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 384
Controls in detail Mirrors Auto-dimming rear view mirrors Warning! The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver's side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on ( page 365) and incoming light from headlamps - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 385
Controls in detail Mirrors Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position Follow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so that the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror will be turned downward to the stored position. Make sure you have stored a parking position for the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 386
curvature in lumbar area Lumbar support (CL 550) Drive-dynamic multicontour seat*: activation/deactivation, sides of backrest, backrest curvature in lumbar and shoulder area Steering wheel position Exterior rear view mirrors position G Do not activate the memory function while driving. Activating - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 387
when using the buttons on the passenger door: Front passenger seat, head restraint high and backrest position Lumbar support (CL 550) Drive-dynamic multicontour seat*: activation/deactivation Storing positions into memory Adjust the seat ( page 368) to the desired position. On the driver's side - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 388
-side exterior rear view mirror with button 2 so that you see the rear wheel and the road curb. Press memory button M. Within 3 seconds, press one of adjustment buttons 2. 1 Memory button M 2 Adjustment button 3 Selector switch for right or left exterior mirror The parking position is stored if the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 389
a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a nearly upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body. 388 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 390
until it clicks. If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. To release the seat belt, press release button 4 and guide latch plate back to belt outlet. Warning! G Read and observe the additional warning notices printed in the "Safety and Security" section - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 391
the effectiveness of the belts. Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash, they may not be able to provide adequate protection. Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 390 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 392
the vehicle is registered, you must have the headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams. Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Exterior lamp switch The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel. 5 C Parking lamps - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 393
Controls in detail Lighting Low beam headlamps The low beam headlamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch using the manual headlamp mode. Switching on: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B. The following lamps switch on: Low beam headlamps Tail and parking lamps License - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 394
lamps switch on. turn the exterior lamp switch to position B, the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode. When the and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B, the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode. The corresponding - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 395
under "Setting locator lighting" ( page 261) and "Setting night security illumination" ( page 260). Fog lamps Warning! i Fog lamps cannot be switched on manually with exterior lamp switch in position *. To activate the fog lamps, turn exterior lamp switch to position B first. Rear fog lamp (driver - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 396
Controls in detail Lighting High beam High beam flasher: Pull the combination switch briefly in the direction of arrow 2. Headlamp cleaning system With the engine running the headlamps will automatically be cleaned with a high-pressure water jet when you have switched on the headlamps and - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 397
Controls in detail Lighting Switching on corner-illuminating lamps Switch on the left or right turn signal ( page 391), depending on whether you are turning left or right. or Turn steering wheel in desired direction. The corner-illuminating lamp on the side of your steering direction comes on. i - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 398
the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle. The hazard warning flasher is automatically switched on if an air bag has been triggered CL 600 and CL 65 AMG USA only: you brake the vehicle strongly at a speed of more than 50 mph (70 km/h) and bring it to a complete stop 1 Hazard - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 399
Controls in detail Lighting Interior lighting The controls are located in the overhead control panel. Automatic control i Even with the SmartKey being removed from the starter switch you can still use the lighting for the storage compartment, glove box and vanity mirrors, when you open a door or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 400
automatically after approximately 10 minutes. i If the door remains open, the interior lighting switches off automatically after approximately 5 minutes. Manual control Switching on/off front interior lighting: Press button 3. Switching on/off rear interior lighting: Press button 2. Switching on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 401
switch in position u, set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Switch on the ignition ( page 365). Switching on/off windshield wipers Turn the combination switch to the desired position depending on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 402
Controls in detail Windshield wipers i When the windshield wipers are switched on and you brake the vehicle to a stop, the wipers operate more slowly. Turn the combination switch to position U or V. The wipers move across the windshield. Afterward, the wiping intervals are determined by the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 403
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. Activate the override switch ( page 63) when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure themselves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the window opening. The closing of the side windows can be - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 404
Controls in detail Power windows i You can also open or close the windows using the SmartKey, see "Summer opening feature" ( page 404) and "Convenience closing feature" ( page 404). Depending on current position, the windows may also open or close when the air recirculation button , ( page 491) is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 405
, you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simultaneously: opening the side windows opening the tilt/sliding sunroof turning on the seat ventilation* for the driver's seat Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* at the driver's outside door handle. The SmartKey or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 406
Controls in detail Power windows Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey towards the sensor in the driver's door handle. The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the driver's door handle. Press and hold button ‹ until the side windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof are completely closed. The vehicle is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 407
Controls in detail Driving and parking Starting the engine Automatic transmission Warning! G Make sure that absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals' range of movement. Keep the driver's footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 408
Controls in detail Driving and parking Starting with the SmartKey Make sure the automatic transmission is set to park position P. The gear position indicator in the multifunction display should be on park position P. Do not depress accelerator. Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 409
the starting procedure ( page 406). If the engine does not start after several starting attempts: Call Roadside Assistance. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. ! Remember that extended starting attempts can drain the battery. The engine does not start. You can - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 410
charged. Have the vehicle jump-started ( page 707). If the engine will not start despite a jump start: Call Roadside Assistance. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Driving off Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever can now be used. Shift the automatic - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 411
shorten the service life of the engine. This is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only: performance and causes premature brake wear and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For more information, see "Driving instructions - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 412
properly. Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. Give very little gas. Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. i Excessive coolant temperatures trigger a warning message in the multifunction display ( page 622). 411 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 413
Controls in detail Driving and parking Parking Warning! Warning! G G With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and the steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 414
gear R. The hood is closed. 1 Handle for electronic parking brake Manually releasing electronic parking brake Pull handle 1. The red indicator lamp 0 wheels towards the road curb. i If you have not fastened your seat belt, the following conditions must be met in order for the electronic parking - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 415
Controls in detail Driving and parking Manually engaging electronic parking brake Press handle 1. The red indicator following conditions is met: The engine is switched off. The driver's door is opened and the seat belt is not inserted in the belt buckle. The hood is released. The trunk lid is open - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 416
Controls in detail Driving and parking Turning off the engine ! Observe instructions when taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash ( page 598) when towing the vehicle ( page 710) Turning off with KEYLESS-GO* Press - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 417
or pinched in the door or in the seat mechanism. This can damage the seat belt and impair the effectiveness of the seat belt, and/or cause damage to the door and/or door trim panel. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 418
shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjustments are performed based on current operating and driving conditions. If the operating conditions change, the automatic transmission reacts by adjusting its shift program - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 419
Controls in detail Automatic transmission i The current transmission park position P, re- Shifting from P to N verse gear R, neutral position N or drive position D appears in the multifunction display ( page 421). Shifting from N to R or from N to D With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 420
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Shifting from P to R With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. Move gear selector lever up past the resistance point to select reverse gear R. Shifting from P to D With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 421
426) the selected program mode: (C/S) ( page 427) or (M/C/S) (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only) ( page 430) the position of the accelerator pedal ( page serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i When the vehicle needs to be moved with the manually 420 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 422
system is malfunctioning, the automatic transmission could remain locked in park position P. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! KEYLESS-GO*: If you turn off the engine using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button and open a door, the transmission will - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 423
at the same time: The engine is turned off. A door opens and the seat belt is not engaged in the buckle. The hood is released. The trunk lid conveyor type car wash or when towing the vehicle, observe the following instructions. Warning! ë Neutral No power is transmitted from the engine to the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 424
to neutral position N. Release the brake pedal. If engaged, manually release the electronic parking brake ( page 413). Switch off the in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Observe instructions when taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 425
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Driving tips Accelerator position Your driving style influences the transmission's shifting behavior: Less throttle More throttle Kickdown Use kickdown when you want maximum acceleration. Press the accelerator past the point of resistance. Depending on the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 426
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Rocking the vehicle Rocking the vehicle by shifting between drive position D and reverse gear R can help free a vehicle stuck in mud or snow. The engine control system of this vehicle electronically limits shifting between drive position D and reverse gear R - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 427
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear ranges With the automatic transmission in drive position D and driving in program mode C or S ( page 427), you can select a gear range for the automatic transmission to operate within. You can limit the gear range by pressing the left gearshift button - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 428
control The selected program mode appears in the multifunction display. Program mode selector switch (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only) M Manual C Comfort S Sport Program mode selector switch For manual gear shifting ( page 430) For standard driving For sporty driving 1 Current program mode ! Never - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 429
control to manually shift the gears. i CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only: For information on using the steering wheel gearshift control in program mode M, see "Manual shift program (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only)" ( to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 428 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 430
type of loss of control. Gearshift control buttons Gearshift control paddles (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only) 1 Left shift button: limiting gear range 2 Right 's max. speed would be exceeded. The following instructions describe operation of the steering wheel gearshift control when driving in program mode C - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 431
1. The transmission will automatically select the gear range suited for optimal acceleration and deceleration. This will involve shifting down one or more gears. Manual shift program (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only) In addition to the automatic shift program C or S, your vehicle is equipped with the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 432
could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Briefly pull right shift paddle 2 ( page 429). The transmission shifts to the next higher gear. Program mode selector switch M Manual C Comfort S Sport For manual gear shifting For standard driving For sporty driving - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 433
until "C" or "S" appears in the multifunction display. or Restart the engine. The transmission will go to the automatic program mode (C or S). The manual program mode M is not stored. On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 434
least 10 seconds before restarting. Restart the engine. Shift to drive position D (for second gear) or reverse gear R. Have the transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 433 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 435
the instrument cluster can be found in the "At a glance" section of this manual ( page 30). The instrument cluster is activated when you: open a door switch to drive, please do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 1 Knob i The instrument cluster - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 436
engine speed. G ! Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds, 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. Driving when your engine - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 437
Controls in detail Instrument cluster Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature indicator is on the bottom left-hand side of the instrument cluster ( page 30). Warning! The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location, the sensor can be affected by road or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 438
Controls in detail Driving systems Driving systems The driving systems of your vehicle are described on the following pages: Cruise control ( page 437) and DISTRONIC Plus*( page 443), with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed. ABC ( page 461) adjusts the vehicle suspension characteristics - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 439
Controls in detail Driving systems Activating cruise control You can activate the cruise control if the vehicle speed is above 20 mph (30 km/h). In the following cases you cannot activate the cruise control: when you brake the vehicle is secured with the electronic parking brake 1 Setting current or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 440
Controls in detail Driving systems Setting current speed Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. Briefly lift the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 or depress in direction of arrow 2. The current speed is set. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The cruise control is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 441
Controls in detail Driving systems i The cruise control switches off automatical- i Depressing the accelerator pedal does not ly when you step on the brake pedal the vehicle is secured with the electronic parking brake In this case, the cruise control speed segments in the multifunction display - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 442
Controls in detail Driving systems Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments Setting a lower speed Warning! Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments i The set speed value is increased in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments each time you lift the cruise control lever up past the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 443
438). Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle speed decreases in increments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). The set speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions permit. Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to the preset speed - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 444
Controls in detail Driving systems DISTRONIC Plus* When activated, the DISTRONIC Plus adaptive cruise control system increases the driving convenience afforded by the cruise control while traveling on expressways and other major roadways. If the DISTRONIC Plus distance sensor detects a slower moving - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 445
Plus system to temporarily cease functioning. DISTRONIC Plus requires familiarity with its operational characteristics. We strongly recommend that you review the following information carefully before operating the system. DISTRONIC Plus does not act upon adverse sight distance conditions. Do - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 446
. You may want to refer to this section of your Operator's Manual when asked. Warning! G Close attention to road and traffic conditions is radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 447
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 448
Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! G Warning! G Warning! G An intermittent warning sounds and the distance warning lamp l in the instrument cluster is illuminated if the DISTRONIC Plus system calculates that the distance to the vehicle ahead and your vehicle's current speed indicate - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 449
Controls in detail Driving systems Displaying the distance graphic In the "Assistance" menu under "Distance Display" you see the current settings for DISTRONIC Plus. The information shown in the multifunction display depends on whether DISTRONIC Plus is activated or deactivated. DISTRONIC Plus - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 450
Controls in detail Driving systems DISTRONIC Plus lever The DISTRONIC Plus system is operated by means of the DISTRONIC Plus lever. 5 Setting target distance Warning! Activating DISTRONIC Plus Warning! G G When DISTRONIC Plus is braking, the brake pedal is retracted (i.e. depressed automatically - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 451
N if ESP® is switched off if the hood is open if the driver's door is open and the driver has not fastened his or her seat belt if the radar sensors are switched off ( page 302). or Pull DISTRONIC Plus lever briefly in direction of arrow 4 to call up speed last - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 452
Controls in detail Driving systems Switching on when approaching a stationary vehicle If the vehicle in front of you is stationary, you can only switch on DISTRONIC Plus if your vehicle is also at a standstill. Tap DISTRONIC Plus lever up 1 or down 2 until desired speed is set. DISTRONIC Plus is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 453
Controls in detail Driving systems Stopping Warning! Warning! When DISTRONIC Plus detects that the vehicle in front of you is stopping, the vehicle brakes until it also stops. Once DISTRONIC Plus has stopped your vehicle and it is at a standstill, it remains stationary; the brake pedal does not need - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 454
Controls in detail Driving systems Setting the current speed Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. Briefly lift the DISTRONIC Plus lever in the direction of arrow 1 or depress in the direction of arrow 2. DISTRONIC Plus is activated and the current speed is set. Remove your foot from the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 455
Controls in detail Driving systems Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments Warning! i The set speed value is increased in 5 mph Setting a lower speed Warning! G (Canada: 10 km/h) increments each time you lift the DISTRONIC Plus lever up past the resistance point. G You can increase - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 456
page 449). Release the DISTRONIC Plus lever. The vehicle speed decreases in increments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). The speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions permit. Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to preset speed could - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 457
direction of arrow 3 ( page 449). or Step on the brake pedal. DISTRONIC Plus will be deactivated. The last speed set will be stored into memory. DISTRONIC Plus deactivates automatically when: the vehicle is secured with the electronic parking brake the vehicle speed is below 20 mph (30 km/h) and no - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 458
Controls in detail Driving systems ! Setting the automatic transmission to neutral position N while driving cancels the DISTRONIC Plus. However, the automatic transmission should not be set to neutral position N while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding (e.g. on icy - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 459
Controls in detail Driving systems Increasing distance Increasing the distance setting causes DISTRONIC Plus to maintain a greater following distance to the preceding vehicle. Move distance setting switch 1 in direction 2. Decreasing distance Decreasing the distance setting causes DISTRONIC Plus to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 460
* system sensors (USA only)"( page 599). Turns and bends Offset driving i If the message: "DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See Oper. Manual" disappears during driving and the last speed stored flashes for approximately 5 seconds, the dirt (e.g. slush) has dissolved; DISTRONIC Plus is available - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 461
Controls in detail Driving systems Lane changing Narrow vehicles Obstacles and stationary vehicles DISTRONIC Plus has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes. There will be insufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Because of their narrow profile, the vehicles traveling near the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 462
. If you switch on DISTRONIC Plus, for example, at a traffic light with cross-traffic, the vehicle may suddenly start to drive off. i CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only: When you switch off the engine, the entire vehicle is lowered by 0.2 in (5 mm). Vehicle level control Warning! G G When you switch - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 463
. Handling may be impaired. i These height adjustments are so small that you may not notice any change. i The selected vehicle level setting remains stored in memory even if the engine is turned off and restarted. 462 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 464
The program mode selector switch (C/S) ( page 427) is used to adjust the suspension tuning: Driving program Suspension tuning C Comfort S Sport comfortable (default setting) sporty for dynamic driving Parktronic system* Warning! G Parktronic is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 465
Controls in detail Driving systems ! The operational function of the Parktronic system can be affected by dirty sensors, especially at times of snow and ice. Make sure that the area on the bumpers around the sensors is free of dirt, ice and/or slush, otherwise the Parktronic system may not function - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 466
Controls in detail Driving systems Front sensors Center Corners Rear sensors Center Corners approx. 48 in (120 cm) approx. 32 in (80 cm) approx. 40 in (100 cm) approx. 24 in (60 cm) Minimum distance Center Corners approx. 8 in (20 cm) approx. 6 in (15 cm) Warning indicators Visual signals indicate - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 467
lever is placed in drive position D or park position P. Switching on or off Parktronic system The Parktronic system can be switched off manually. 1 Parktronic button 2 Indicator lamp As your vehicle approaches an object, one or more distance segments will illuminate, depending on the distance - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 468
comes on. Switching on the Parktronic system: Press button 1 again. Indicator lamp 2 goes out. Have the Parktronic system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If only the red distance segments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds, the Parktronic system sensors are - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 469
Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 470
Controls in detail Driving systems The Park Assist system deactivates at speeds over approximately 10 mph (16 km/h). At lower speeds the Parktronic system turns on again. Park Assist is also switched off when you set the automatic transmission to park position P or switch off the engine. While the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 471
Controls in detail Driving systems Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the driver the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle. The warning indicator for the front area is in the instrument cluster. The warning indicator for the rear area is on the roof liner in the rear. The - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 472
space is found it is shown in the display and you receive steering instructions for parking in that space. Warning! i During strong rainfall, the collision Park Assist system on/off The Park Assist system can be switched off manually. The Park Assist button with the indicator lamp is located on the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 473
Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 474
Flat curbs may possibly not be detected by Advanced Parking Guidance. Parking instructions: On narrow streets, drive by the parking space as close as possible of the immediate surroundings. In certain cases, Advanced Parking Guidance may guide you too far into the parking space or not far enough. If - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 475
engaged. Detected parking space Parking The following describes how you can park on the front-passenger side. Parking on the driver's side is performed reversed left to right. If Advanced Parking Guidance detects an obstacle behind the vehicle during the parking procedure, you will hear an audible - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 476
Controls in detail Driving systems Press # on the multifunction steering wheel to confirm. The display in the instrument cluster changes to the Advanced Parking Guidance. Back up until you hear an audible warning, then stop. The stopping position has been reached, indicated by a white bracket 2. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 477
Controls in detail Driving systems The lane 4 then turns green. If the parking space is located within the display range, a white bracket with an arrow for the target position is shown at the end of the green lane. Driving into the parking space Countersteering Reaching end position 1 Red lane - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 478
the vehicle on the COMAND display. In addition, the Rear View Camera contains guide lines to help you with driving in reverse. The area behind the vehicle be positioned at an angle in the parking space. Advanced Parking Guidance guides you close to the rear limit of the parking space where possible. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 479
back of a truck, may appear to be further away than they actually are. In this case, you should not use the guide lines to judge distance. The use of the guide lines to judge distance increases the risk of impacting the objects. The Rear View Camera is a supplement system. It is not - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 480
the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this case, have the position and setting of the camera checked by a qualified technician. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not use the Rear View Camera if the roads are icy, slippery or covered with snow. The vehicle could slip causing the actual - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 481
use Rear View Camera if you can see and distinguish all colored guide lines shown by Rear View Camera on the COMAND display. Switching in the path, do not approach the object on the ground any closer than red guide line 4. i The Rear View Camera must be activated in the instrument cluster control - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 482
the top of the windshield measures the infrared light and shows a black-and-white image on the multifunction display. The image on the multifunction invisible to the human eye Night View Assist is only an aid to support you while driving and cannot substitute your careful attention. Do not rely on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 483
Controls in detail Driving systems The camera is at the top of the windshield. Image on multifunction display When you switch on Night View Assist, the image for the speed gauge changes on the multifunction display. The speed gauge is shown as a bar on the lower edge of the multifunction display. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 484
Controls in detail Driving systems i If you change the brightness of the instrument cluster while Night View Assist is switched on, only the brightness of the multifunction display is changed. Dirty or fogged-up windshield If the windshield in front of the camera is fogged up on the inside or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 485
Controls in detail Driving systems Night View Assist* malfunction Problem Possible cause Suggested solution Replace windshield wiper blades ( page 694). Clean windshield ( page 602). Replace windshield. Remove condensation ( page 483). Defrost windshield ( page 494). The - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 486
Controls in detail Driving systems Blind Spot Assist* Depending on production date, your vehicle may not be equipped with this feature. Blind Spot Assist uses radar sensors to monitor the area on both sides of your vehicle. It will assist you when you change lanes driving at speeds of above 20 mph ( - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 487
or overhanging luggage. ! In the event of a significant impact or damage affecting the bumpers, have the radar sensors checked by a qualified specialist workshop such as a Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to do so can result in Blind Spot Assist not functioning correctly. 486 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 488
Controls in detail Driving systems Indicator and warning lamps Once a speed above 20 mph (30 km/h) has been reached and Blind Spot Assist detects no vehicle in its range, the indicator lamp 1 goes out Blind Spot Assist detects another vehicle in its range, the warning lamp 1 on the corresponding - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 489
Controls in detail Air vents 488 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 490
Controls in detail Air vents Please comply with the following instructions in order for the automatic climate control to function optimally: Keep the air intake grille in front of the windshield free of snow, leaves, sticks, - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 491
Controls in detail Air vents Opening and closing air vents i For draft-free ventilation, move the sliders for the center air vents 3 and 6 ( page 488) to the middle position. i The temperature at the air vents a and b ( page 488) for rear passenger compartment will be approximately the same as at - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 492
Automatic climate control Automatic climate control panel Item 1 AUTO mode for air distribution and volume, left 2 Temperature control, left 3 Manual fan speed adjustment, left 4 Front defroster Item 5 Air recirculation 6 Automatic climate control on/off 7 Residual engine heat and ventilation - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 493
can operate the climate control system in either the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the others. Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i If the vehicle interior is hot, ventilate the interior before - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 494
and air volume is adjusted automatically by the automatic climate control system. You can also adjust the settings for air distribution and air volume manually. Page 270 271 271 272 273 274 275 Warning! G Central climate control ("Mono") Footwell temperature Air flow from air vents When the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 495
on button U goes out. The automatic function is switched off. You can adjust the air distribution ( page 271) or air volume ( page 494) manually. Setting temperature Use temperature controls %$ 2 and a ( page 491) in the center console or COMAND ( page 270) to separately adjust the air temperature - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 496
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating Press button ; ( page 491) up or down. The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air conditioning switches to the following functions automatically: most efficient blower speed and heating power, depending on outside temperature air flows - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 497
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Rear window defroster Warning! Activating Switch on the ignition ( page 365). Press button < ( page 491) up or down. The indicator lamp on the button comes on. G i Maximum cooling MAXCOOL is only available when the engine is running. Any accumulation - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 498
approximately 41°F (5°C) Air recirculation mode with convenience closing or opening feature Warning! G i The air recirculation mode is activated auto- i The manually selected air recirculation Never operate the side windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof if there is the possibility of anyone being - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 499
Controls in detail Automatic climate control The side windows and/or tilt/sliding sunroof will return to their previous position. You can release button , once the opening procedure has begun. The windows and tilt/sliding sunroof continue opening until they have reached their previous positions. The - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 500
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating Switch off the ignition ( page 365). Press button T ( page 491) up or down. The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Deactivating Press button T ( page 491) up or down. The indicator lamp on the button goes out. i The residual heat is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 501
Controls in detail Trunk Opening trunk from outside Opening trunk from inside Warning! G Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 502
goods on a roof rack (e.g. presence of an optional MB sport luggage container). When activated, the trunk opens to approximately the height you can still lock the vehicle. Warning! G Closing trunk from outside manually To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 503
Controls in detail Trunk Closing trunk from inside automatically Warning! i If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high) in the upper motion sequence, the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk reopens slightly. Closing trunk from - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 504
Controls in detail Trunk Closing trunk and locking vehicle from outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) You can close the trunk and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch. Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the starter - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 505
Controls in detail Trunk With both doors closed: The locking knobs in the doors move down. The trunk starts to close automatically. All turn signal lamps flash three times to confirm locking once the trunk has closed completely. An acoustic signal sounds three times. The anti-theft alarm system is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 506
Controls in detail Trunk Valet locking Close the trunk ( page 501). Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey ( page 684). Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock. Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2 to lock the trunk. The trunk remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 507
opening also presents a potential for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i When the tilt/sliding sunroof is open, resonance noises - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 508
Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof i You can also open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof using the SmartKey, see "Summer opening feature" ( page 404) and "Convenience closing feature" ( page 404). Depending on current position, the tilt/sliding sunroof may also open or close when the air - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 509
Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Synchronizing The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchronized if the tilt/sliding sunroof can only be opened with a jerking motion after a malfunction Switch on the ignition ( page 365). Press and hold the sunroof switch in the direction of arrow 3 until - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 510
detail Loading and storing Loading and storing Loading instructions The total load weight including vehicle occupants or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs. Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects. Keep compartment lids closed. This will - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 511
Controls in detail Loading and storing Storage compartments in the front passenger compartment Glove box Opening: Press glove box lid release 1. Closing: Push the lid up. Locking: Insert the mechanical key into the glove box lock and turn it clockwise to position 3. Unlocking: Insert the mechanical - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 512
Controls in detail Loading and storing Storage compartments below the front seats Eyeglasses compartment Parcel net in front passenger footwell Warning! The parcel net is intended for storing light-weight items only. Heavy objects, objects with sharp - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 513
items, such as road maps, mail, etc. Storage compartments in rear passenger compartment Armrest with integrated storage compartment Storage compartment between rear seats ! Before storing the armrest in the backrest, close the storage compartment cover. ! Do not sit on or lean your body weight - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 514
accident. Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury. Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holders closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 515
Controls in detail Loading and storing i You can remove the cup holder to clean it. Only clean it using clear, lukewarm water. Cup holder in rear Trunk Storage spaces under trunk floor Removing: Pull cup holder out by pulling silver handle 2 upward in direction of arrow. Inserting: Press - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 516
cargo items such as bags. Parcel net in trunk There is a parcel net on the right trunk side wall to secure loads. Retainer for Operator's Manual pouch 1 Tab 2 Retaining hook Pull tab 1 of retaining hook 2 down. 1 Hook-and-loop fastener 2 Operator - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 517
Controls in detail Useful features Sun visors Glare from front Swing sun visor 1 down. Warning! Ashtray G Glare from front and sides Warning! G Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 518
Controls in detail Useful features Opening ashtray Press mark on cover plate 2 forward. Removing ashtray insert Push sliding button 1 to the left. The ashtray is disengaged and slides out a short way. Remove the insert from the ashtray frame. Reinstalling ashtray insert Install the insert by pushing - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 519
down the floormat in the respective footwell. Press the floormat eyelets 2 onto retainer pins 1. i To install or remove the floormat more easily, move the driver's seat or front passenger seat as far to the rear as possible ( page 368). 518 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 520
cradles can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The functions and services available to you while using the mobile phone depend on your service provider and the type of mobile phone you are using. See also separate operating manual for instructions on how to use your mobile phone - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 521
functions are only available with Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phones. Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on features safe place. Be sure to comply with the mobile phone's operating instructions, as well. Example illustration 1 Insert the mobile phone 2 Connector - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 522
Controls in detail Useful features The mobile phone is linked to the hands-free device and the multifunction steering wheel. The battery is charged depending on its charge status and the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch. The charge procedure will be indicated in the mobile phone's - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 523
The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be performed by completing the subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call using the Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and manual emergency Roadside Assistance, and information 1 Contact plate 2 Recesses 3 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 524
system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. An emergency call can also be initiated manually by opening the cover next to the interior rear view mirror labeled SOS, then briefly pressing the button located under the cover. For instructions on initiating an emergency call - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 525
mobile phone is switched off automatically and must be switched back on to make a call. Warning! G i The "911" emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offense. i If no vehicle occupant responds, an ambulance will be sent to the vehicle immediately. If - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 526
Controls in detail Useful features Initiating an emergency call manually Close cover 2 after the emergency call is concluded. Warning! Roadside Assistance button • and Information button ¡ The Roadside Assistance button • and the Information button ¡ are located - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 527
Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized 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 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 528
and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com and use - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 529
all, contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada), or Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) in the USA or Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 in Canada. i When a Tele Aid call has been initiated, the audio system is muted - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 530
have it locked remotely through the Response Center. The vehicle can be remotely locked within 4 days after the ignition has been switched off. Contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). You will be asked to provide your password which you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 531
to the police. The police will issue a numbered incident report. Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center along with your password issued to you when you subscribed to the service. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle's Tele Aid system. Once the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 532
Controls in detail Useful features Warning! G When programming a garage door opener, park the vehicle outside the garage. Do not run the engine while programming the integrated remote control. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 533
20 seconds (do not hold the button for longer than 30 seconds). This procedure erases any previous settings for all three channels and initializes the memory. If you later wish to program a second and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining two signal transmitter buttons, do not repeat this - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 534
code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions after completing the "Programming" portion (steps 1 through 6) difficulty locating the transmitting button, refer to the garage door opener operator's manual. Step 9: Press the "training" button on the garage door opener motor - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 535
control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed - up to 20 seconds. Erasing integrated remote control memory Switch on the ignition ( page 365). Simultaneously press and hold outer signal transmitter buttons 2 and 4, for approximately 20 seconds, until indicator - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 536
a faster and more accurate signal to the integrated remote control. While performing step 3, hold hand-held remote control 5 at different lengths and an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 537
Controls in detail Useful features Infrared reflecting windshield Infrared reflecting glass reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehicle interior through the windows. The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the glass by in-vehicle electronic - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 538
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care 537 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 539
the break-in period, the more satisfied you will be with its performance later on. Drive your vehicle during the first 1000 miles (1500 vehicle and engine speeds to the permissible maximum. ! Additional instructions for CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG: During the first 1000 miles (1500 km), do not exceed - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 540
Operation Driving instructions Driving instructions Drive sensibly - save fuel Fuel consumption, to a great all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance System. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 541
Operation Driving instructions Brakes Warning! G ! Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition appear ( page 622). Have the brake system inspected immediately. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 542
. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. High-performance brake system (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only) The high-performance brake system is designed to operate under the extremely high operating demands required to accommodate - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 543
Operation Driving instructions Driving off Apply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 544
Operation Driving instructions Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Although the applicable federal motor vehicle safety laws consider a - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 545
Operation Driving instructions Tire traction The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road. You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point. Warning! Mercedes-Benz recommends - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 546
Operation Driving instructions An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of All models except AMG vehicles: 130 mph (210 km/h) CL 63 AMG: CL 65 AMG: 155 mph (250 km/h) CL 63 AMG with increased top speed*: CL 63 AMG (Performance Package*): CL 65 AMG with increased top - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 547
Operation Driving instructions Road salts and chemicals can adversely affect braking efficiency. air intake causing severe internal engine damage. Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. G Warning! Make sure not to endanger any other road users when carrying out - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 548
could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle's electronic system, possibly resulting in an accident and/or personal injury. Driving abroad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the index of your - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 549
Operation Driving instructions Catalytic converter Warning! Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic not be altered in any way. The specified service procedures must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing requirements. For details please refer to the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 550
Operation Driving instructions Coolant temperature Warning! During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop- (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! G G Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 551
case that the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, or the opening mechanism is clamping, notify Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 550 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 552
"Premium unleaded gasoline" ( page 737), see "Fuel requirements" ( page 737), and the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) in your vehicle literature portfolio, or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pressure in the system which could - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 553
"Checking tire inflation pressure" ( page 571). Example illustration from CL 550 1 Coolant level 2 Brake fluid 3 Windshield washer and headlamp immediately. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For more information, see - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 554
the hood is open - even when the engine is turned off. Parts of the engine can become very hot. To prevent burns, only touch owner serviceable components described in the Operator's Manual and comply with all relevant safety precautions. 2 Lever for opening the hood 553 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 555
while starting the engine if ignition is "on" and the engine is cranked manually Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 1 ft (30 cm). The special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on this subject - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 556
turned off Checking engine oil level with the control system (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG) To check the engine oil level via the multifunction display, Switch on the ignition ( page 365). Press ( or & to select the menu "Service". Press $ or % to select "Engine Oil Level". Press #. The following message is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 557
. ! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For more information on messages in the multifunction display concerning engine oil, see the "Practical hints" section ( page 670). 556 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 558
Service Products pamphlet (USA only) in your vehicle literature portfolio, or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i CL 550 only: The filling quantity between the upper and lower marks on the oil dipstick is approximately 2.1 US qt. (2.0 l). i AMG guide tube. 557 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 559
or drained off. It will cause damage to the engine and emission control system not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck. For more information on engine, see the "Technical data" section ( page 733) and ( page 736). CL 63 AMG 1 Filler cap 558 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 560
is above 158°F (70°C). Allow engine to cool down before removing cap. The coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and is under pressure. Example illustration from CL 550 1 Cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 559 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 561
Operation Engine compartment Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system The washer fluid reservoir is located on the left-hand side of the engine compartment when looking in the direction of travel. It supplies the windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system with washer fluid. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 562
Operation Tires and wheels Tires and wheels Contact an 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 and purchase. Warning! Warning! Important guidelines Only use sets of - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 563
Operation Tires and wheels Tire care and maintenance Tire inspection Life of tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: Driving style Tire inflation pressure Distance driven Warning! Warning! G Every time you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 564
Operation Tires and wheels Tread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than 1/8 in (3 mm). Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 565
Operation Tires and wheels Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advantages, such as better hydroplaning performance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified. An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation ( - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 566
blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. 1 Load limit information on the Tire shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example are for illustration purposes only. Seating data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 567
driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX lbs. 1 Seating capacity information on the Tire and Loading Information placard Steps for , load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 568
Tires and wheels Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1 1500 lbs Number of Seating occupants configura(driver and tion passengers) Occupants weight Combined Available cargo/luggage and weight of all trailer tongue weight (total occupants - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 569
and any cargo you are carrying in the vehicle. The tongue load typically is 10% of the trailer weight and everything loaded in it. Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. Mercedes-Benz does not recommend trailer towing with your vehicle. 568 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 570
's door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Your vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the driver's door B-pillar ( page 564 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 571
rim. G If your vehicle is not equipped with the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure. i Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the value for speeds - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 572
cold tire inflation pressure. Otherwise, the tire will be underinflated. Checking tire inflation pressure manually Follow the steps below to achieve correct tire inflation pressure: Remove the cap from the the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. 571 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 573
Operation Tires and wheels i If you have overfilled the tire, release tire in- i USA only: flation pressure by pushing the metal stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen. Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 574
Operation Tires and wheels Switch on the ignition ( page 365). Press ( or & to select the menu "Service". Press $ or % to select "Tire Pressure". Press #. Warning! G i When the message "Tire Pressures Displayed After Driving a Few Minutes" appears in the display, the individual inflation - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 575
Operation Tires and wheels Warning! G causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may effect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the Advanced TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 576
four tires is correct. i The menu overview can be found on ( page 284). Switch on the ignition ( page 365). Press ( or & to select the menu "Service". Press $ or % to select "Tire Pressure". 575 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 577
as reference values and then monitored. If you wish to cancel activation: Press L. or Press $ to exit menu screen. Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tires Underinflated tires can: cause excessive and uneven tire wear adversely affect fuel economy - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 578
Operation Tires and wheels Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire. Following are some explanations for the markings on your vehicle's tires: 1 Uniform Quality - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 579
). Rim diameter The rim diameter 4 ( page 577) is the diameter of the bead seat, not the diameter of the rim edge. Rim diameter is indicated in inches (in). numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support. For example, a load rating of 91 corresponds to a maximum load of 1356 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 580
load rating 5 ( page 577) and tire speed rating 6 ( page 577) are also referred to as "service description". Summer tires Index Q R S T H V W Y (Y) ZR Speed rating up to 100 Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Even when permitted by law, never - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 581
km/h) must include a "ZR" in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in parenthesis. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 M+S1 or M+S.for winter tires i Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. Make sure the tires you use show M+S and the mountain/snowflake.marking on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 582
Operation Tires and wheels Load identification XL (Extra Load): designates an extra load (or reinforced) tire. Light Load: designates a light load tire. C, D, E: designates load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure. DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 583
can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. For more information on tire load rating ( page 578). For information on maximum tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support. 582 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 584
pressure Warning! Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.S. vehicles) Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. G Never exceed the max. tire inflation pressure. Follow recommended tire inflation pressures - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 585
A from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction The traction as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 586
combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not). Air pressure The - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 587
Operation Tires and wheels Bar Another metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Cold tire inflation pressure Tire - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 588
pertaining to special driving situations can be found on the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap. Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. 587 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 589
load rating Numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support. Tire ply composition and material used This indicates the number of luggage load plus 68 kilograms (150 lbs) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity. Traction Force exerted by the vehicle on the road via the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 590
tire manufacturer's recommended intervals in the tire manufacturer's warranty pamphlet located in your vehicle literature portfolio. If none ft (150 Nm). Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle's rims. Tire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 591
winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service includes: Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. road conditions prevail. Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. Make sure the tires you use show the mountain/snowflake.marking - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 592
and rear wheels only. Follow the manufacturer's mounting instructions. Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on a winter tire at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i All models except CL 63 AMG: When driving with snow chains, you Manual, see "Rims and tires" ( page 727). 591 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 593
the designated times/mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for a listing of maintenance services and intervals they need to be performed at. i The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 594
by XX days" In addition, a signal sounds when the message appears. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed maintenance service. Calling up the maintenance service indicator display i The menu overview can be found on ( page 284). You - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 595
correct it. Only reset if the proper maintenance service has been performed. Resetting the system without performing the proper service as called for by the maintenance service indicator will result in engine damage and/or other vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 594 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 596
and potency of the above adverse influences. G Many cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are poisonous, others are flammable. Always follow the instructions on the particular container. Always open your vehicle's doors or windows when cleaning the inside. Never use fluids or solvents that are - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 597
the cleaning and care of your vehicle and give important "how-to" information as well as references to Mercedes-Benz approved car-care products. Power washer ! Follow the instructions provided by the power washer manufacturer on maintaining a distance between the vehicle and the nozzle of the power - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 598
drops on the paint surface do not "bead up". This should normally be done every 3 to 5 months, depending on the climate and washing detergent used. Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if the paint surface shows signs of embedded dirt (i.e. loss of gloss). Do not apply any of these - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 599
vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash, observe the following instructions. Warning! Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: With the vehicle at a on shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N. If engaged, manually release the electronic parking brake ( page 413). Switch off the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 600
are folded out. Otherwise they may vibrate. Headlamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. Cleaning the DISTRONIC Plus*/ PRE-SAFE® Brake* system sensors The sensors are integrated in the front - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 601
detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers. ! Do not apply strong pressure to the sensor covers. Applying strong pressure may damage the sensor covers. Follow the instructions provided by the power - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 602
wipe a dirty bumper with a dry cloth or sponge. 1 Bumper area near sensors Switch off the ignition ( page 365). Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean the bumper area near sensors. 601 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 603
damage the camera. ! Do not clean the lens of the Night View Assist camera. If the camera lens is dirty, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Cleaning the windshield in front of the Night View Assist camera* 1 Camera lens Only use clean water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 604
Operation Vehicle care Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades Turn combination switch to wiper setting u ( page 400). Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button repeatedly until windshield wipers start. Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button when the wiper arms are in a vertical position. Cleaning Warning! - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 605
is parked after cleaning. To do so, please drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry. When applying Mercedes-Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care products, take care not to spray them on the brake disks. ! Fold the windshield wiper arms back onto the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 606
at temperatures above 176°F (80°C) or in direct sunlight. Warning! Hard plastic trim items Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care, a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. G Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 607
! Do not use alkaline cleaners such as wheel cleaners as they could cause corrosion. Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the front side impact air bags or the rear - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 608
Practical hints What to do if ...? Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Batteries Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses 607 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 609
, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary. Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow Antilock Brake System (ABS) indicator Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as other systems such as Parktronic*, possible. DISTRONIC Plus*, navigation system, Park Failure to follow these instructions - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 610
may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display ( page 622). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. 609 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 611
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow ABS malfunction indicator display ( page 622). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. v 0 (USA only) - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 612
to do so. acoustic warning sounds. Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 412). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. Warning! G Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 613
to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow Mercedes-Benz Center. An on-board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics system. It allows the accurate identification of system malfunctions through the readout of diagnostic trouble - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 614
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution ± The yellow Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Your fuel tank is empty. After refueling, start, turn off, and restart the engine - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 615
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence PRE-SAFE Brake*: The red dis- You are . Do not deactivate the ESP®. Exceptions: ( page 72). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. l l v The yellow ESP® warning lamp flashes while driving. 614 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 616
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow ESP warning lamp comes on while checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Fasten your seat belts. Regardless of whether the seat belts are fastened or not, the seat belt telltale always comes on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 617
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence You hear a warning chime for a You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt. maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. The red seat belt telltale comes You and/or your front passenger have foron while the vehicle is standing - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 618
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence The red SRS indicator lamp may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be deployed when - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 619
Practical hints What to do if ...? Problem Possible cause/consequence USA only: The Advanced TPMS the multifunction display ( page 622). Have the Advanced TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 620
Practical hints What to do if ...? Warning! G Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or the tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 621
Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution The system is malfunctioning. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz adult or someone larger than a small individual on the front passenger seat. Warning! G If the 59 indicator lamp illuminates and remains - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 622
front air bag off indicator lamp remains out, have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Also read and observe any messages in the multifunction display and follow - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 623
messages accordingly and follow the additional instructions given in this Operator's Manual. Certain messages of high priority cannot or L. They are then stored in the vehicle status message memory ( page 300). Remember that clearing a message will only Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 622 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 624
of and, where a malfunction is indicated, addressed as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury. i Switching on the ignition causes - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 625
transmission to drive position D ( page 417). Wait until the system cools down. Release electronic parking brake ( page 412). Have cruise control checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 624 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 626
. Try activating DISTRONIC Plus* again later. DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC Plus* is switched off and is Currently Unavailable temporarily unavailable. See Oper. Manual DISTRONIC Plus* is deactivated if: the DISTRONIC Plus* cover in the radiator grille is dirty Wait until the system cools down or the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 627
overheated. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Release the accelerator pedal. Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and activate DISTRONIC Plus* again. Switch on ESP® ( page 70). Close the driver's door and fasten your seat belt. Close the hood ( page - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 628
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Door Open Vehicle Not in Park Possible cause/consequence Possible solution You have opened the driver's door and the automatic transmission is still in drive position D, reverse gear R or neutral position N. Before you leave the vehicle, make sure that the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 629
...? Display Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front passenger front air bag is Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and check the front deactivated while driving even passenger seat for the following: though an adult or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 630
. Manual" or the message "Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper. Manual" should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! G If the 59 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 631
...? Display Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front passenger front air bag is Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and check the front activated while driving even passenger seat for the following: though a child, small - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 632
. Manual" or the message "Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper. Manual" should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! G If the 59 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 633
still in motion. Possible solution Have the maintenance service carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is the Currently Unavailable area around the sensors* in the front or See Oper. Manual the rear bumper ( page 601) is dirty. Park Assist* is deactivated - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 634
because Currently Unavailable the area around the sensors* in the front See Oper. Manual or the rear bumper ( page 601) is dirty. Blind Spot Assist* is a malfunction. Have the battery checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Wait until the message in the multifunction display disappears - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 635
deactivatCurrently Unavailable ed because the area around the sensors* See Oper. Manual in the front or the rear bumper ( page 601) is dirty ) there has been a malfunction or Have the battery checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Wait to see if the interference is temporary or do not use - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 636
Finished PRE-SAFE Inoperative See Oper. Manual Radar Sensors Deactivated See Oper. Manual Service X Due Service X Exceeded by X days by XXX and maintenance service indicator at the designated times/mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For more - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 637
transmission to park position P or neutral position N ( page 417). Have the Advanced TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. As soon as all wheels with sensors have been mounted, the Advanced TPMS is switched back on - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 638
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution As soon as the causes for the malfunction are no longer present, the Advanced TPMS automatically becomes active again after a few minutes driving. Tire Pressure Monitor The Advanced TPMS is unable to monitor - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 639
pressure is being Displayed After Driving checked. a Few Minutes Service Required Do Not Shift Gears The automatic transmission cannot be If the automatic transmission from drive position D, drive to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the automatic transmission is shift to neutral position N, - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 640
. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 412). Call Roadside Assistance. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 639 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 641
wheel too far to avoid damaging the front fenders. Listen for scraping noises. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 640 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 642
steering capability. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Vehicle rising The vehicle's level is too low while at a Please wait a moment standstill. The vehicle will be raised. ABS and ESP Inoperative See Oper. Manual ABS, ESP® as well as PRE-SAFE® are - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 643
cause/consequence ABS and ESP ABS, ESP as well as PRE-SAFE are not Currently Unavailable available due to a malfunction. BAS is also See Oper. Manual switched off. It is possible that the self-diagnostics have not yet been completed. The brake system still functions normally. BAS Plus* and PRE-SAFE - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 644
it is safe to do so. Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 412). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. (USA only) (Canada only) Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. Warning! G Driving with the message "Check Brake Fluid Level " displayed can result in an accident - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 645
, PRE-SAFE® is also inoperative. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. BAS Plus* and PRE-SAFE® Brake* are also Failure to follow these instructions increases the not available. risk of an accident. (Canada only) 644 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 646
Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: The brake system sensors are malfunctioning. The brake system continues to function normally with full brake force boost. Possible solution Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 647
to do if ...? Display Parking Brake See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution (USA only) The parking brake is Carefully drive off ( page 412). malfunctioning. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. (Canada only) To engage: Switch off ignition - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 648
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Parking Brake See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes. Possible solution Pull handle for electronic parking brake ( page 412). (USA only) - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 649
Parking Brake See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution (USA only) (Canada only) When you engage or release the electronic Carefully drive off ( page 412). parking brake, the red indicator lamp for Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz the electronic parking brake flashes - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 650
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Parking Brake See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Switch ignition off and back on again, is malfunctioning. Carefully drive off ( page 412). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. (Canada only) 649 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 651
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Parking Brake See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution If overheated: Let vehicle cool down, and do not parked by using a chock from the vehicle tool kit ( page 683). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 650 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 652
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Please Release Parking Brake Possible cause/consequence The red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes and you also hear a warning signal. Possible solution Release electronic parking brake. or (USA only) Carefully drive off ( page 412). - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 653
. Manual ESP® as well as PRE-SAFE® are switched off due to a malfunction. In addition, the v warning lamp in the instrument cluster comes on. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 654
Inoperative See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: ESP® as well as PRE-SAFE® Possible solution Continue driving with added caution. are switched off Have the system checked at an authorized due to a malfunction. In addition, the v Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 655
system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the BAS Plus* and PRE-SAFE® Brake* are also risk of an accident. not available. Currently Unavailable If the yellow ESP® warning lamp v flashSee Oper. Manual es while driving and - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 656
due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is intact: Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. There is a malfunction in the electronic system. Have the system checked by an authorized - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 657
Manual Possible cause/consequence The coolant level is too low. Possible solution Add coolant ( page 559). If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Do not drive without a - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 658
should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248°F (120°C). 657 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 659
: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster ( page 30). (Continued on next page) 658 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 660
cause/consequence Possible solution Restart the engine. If this message disappears from the multifunction display: Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If this message does not disappear from the multifunction display: Call Roadside Assistance. The cooling fan for the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 661
: properly or the fuel system may be leaky. Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Reserve Fuel The fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark. You are driving with the hood open. Refuel at the next gas station - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 662
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Key Not Detected Possible cause/consequence The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not recognized while the engine is running because the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not in the vehicle. Possible solution Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 663
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Close Doors to Lock Vehicle Possible cause/consequence You wanted to lock the vehicle but the doors were not closed. Possible solution Close doors and lock vehicle again. Don't Forget Your Key This display appears (for a maximum of 60 seconds) if the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 664
to Vehicle The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* must be replaced. The SmartKey in the starter switch does not belong to your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. 663 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 665
. The active headlamps are malfunctioning. The light sensor is malfunctioning. Daytime driving lamps are switched on. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 688). Replace the bulb as soon as possible - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 666
front turn signal lamp is malfunctioning. The left high beam lamp is malfunctioning. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Have the LEDs replaced as soon as possible. Have the LEDs replaced - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 667
the bulb as soon as possible ( page 688). Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 688). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Switch off the headlamps ( page 391). The exterior lamp switch is set to * and - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 668
as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 669
is malfunctioning. This message will only appear if all light emitting diodes have stopped working. A substitute bulb is being used. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 668 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 670
do if ...? Display Night View Assist Inoperative Possible cause/consequence Night View Assist* is malfunctioning. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Night View Assist The temperature of the camera* is too high Currently Unavailable ( page 481). Wait - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 671
When It Is Dark Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off You have tried to switch on Night View Assist* by daylight. CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: There is no oil in the engine. There is a danger of engine damage. Possible solution Turn the exterior lamp switch to * or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 672
to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. When the message "Check Engine Oil Level at Next Refueling" (CL 550 and CL 63 AMG) or "Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 quart). (Canada: 1 Liter)" (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG) appears while the engine - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 673
/consequence CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: The measuring system is malfunctioning. CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: You have added too much engine oil. There is a risk of damaging: the engine the catalytic converter Possible solution Have the measuring system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 674
added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Front Left SRS Malfunction Service Required Front Right SRS Malfunction Service Required Rear Left SRS Malfunction Service Required Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Drive with added caution to - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 675
Service Required Rear Right SRS Malfunction Service Required Left Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service Required Right Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 676
or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning. Possible solution Have the Tele Aid system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Tire Press. Warning Caution Tire Malfunction Advanced TPMS: One or more tires are deflating. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 677
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Caution Tire Defect Possible cause/consequence Advanced TPMS: One or more tires are deflating. The respective tire is shown in the multifunction display. Possible solution Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 678
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Check Tire Pressure Possible cause/consequence Advanced TPMS: The pressure is too low in one or more tires. Possible solution Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Engage the electronic parking brake ( page - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 679
Practical hints What to do if ...? Display Check Tires Possible cause/consequence Advanced TPMS: The pressure is too low in one or more tires. The respective tire is shown in the multifunction display. Possible solution Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 680
wheels differ too radically from one another. Possible solution Have the Advanced TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The tire pressure for the respective tire is shown in the multifunction display after a few - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 681
is not engaged. The front passenger's seat belt can not secure the passenger. Fold back and push the seat backrest until the seat cushion and seat backrest audibly engage into the driving position. Fold back and push the seat backrest until the seat cushion and seat backrest audibly engage into the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 682
chart Collapsible wheel chock The spare wheel bolts are fixed at the Minispare wheel. ! Always keep the storage compartment under the front passenger seat closed while the vehicle is in motion. i Check expiration dates and contents for completeness at least once a year and replace missing/expired - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 683
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 use the jack on level surface. Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket. Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 684
chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to additionally secure the vehicle, e.g. while changing the wheel. Tilt both plates upward 1. Fold the lower plate outward 2. Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way into the openings of the base plate 3. For information on where to place wheel chocks - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 685
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, unlock the driver's door and the trunk using the mechanical key. Removing the mechanical key Unlocking the driver's door i Unlocking the vehicle with the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 686
lock until it stops. Turn mechanical key 2 all the way counterclockwise to position 1. The trunk opens. mote trunk opening/closing switch, lower the trunk lid manually and close it with hands placed flat on the trunk lid until it is engaged in its lock. i This procedure does not arm the anti - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 687
GO* are discharged, the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked. It is recommended to have the batteries replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly. Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 688
Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries Using a line-free cloth, insert new batteries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal (+) side facing up. Return battery compartment 2 into housing until it locks into place. Slide the mechanical key back into the SmartKey/SmartKey with - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 689
headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humidity - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 690
) Bi-Xenon headlamps: Low beam and high beam use the same D1S-35W lamp. Do not replace the Bi-Xenon bulbs yourself. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 689 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 691
free of oil and grease. If the newly installed bulb does not come on, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center: Bi-Xenon lamps Front turn signal lamps Front fog lamps Additional turn signal lamps in the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 692
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for front lamps You can only change the halogen bulbs for, high-beam flasher lamp, corner-illuminating lamp, and IR emitter* lamp. Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first: Turn the exterior lamp switch to M ( page - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 693
. Take out bulb holder 1. Take bulb out of holder. Insert new bulb into holder and press it all the way down. Insert bulb holder 1 into guide in headlamp. 1 Installation device 2 Bulb Pull bulb 2 out of the socket. Insert new bulb 2 into the socket. The tab of the bulb holder must be - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 694
be replaced. Have the turn signal unit replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Front side marker lamp bulbs Since replacing the side marker . Insert new bulb into holder until it engages. Insert bulb holder 1 into guide in headlamp. Wire 2 must point downward and to the right. The bulbs in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 695
traffic conditions and could cause an accident. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Make sure the hood is fully closed. Vehicles with SmartKey Turn SmartKey in starter switch position 1. Turn combination switch to wiper - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 696
Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* Make sure the vehicle's on-board electronics have status 1 ( page 366). Turn combination switch to wiper setting u ( page 400). Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button repeatedly until windshield wipers start. Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 697
driving with spare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire inflation pressure and do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel. Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 698
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 level surface. Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket. Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 699
always vertical (plumb-line) as seen from the side, even if the vehicle is parked on an incline. Turn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 is fully seated in take-up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground. Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 700
continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or lifting the vehicle briefly for wheel changes. It is not suited for performing maintenance work under the vehicle. Never start the engine when the vehicle - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 701
hints Flat tire Warning! G Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come use the original length wheel bolts when remounting the original wheel after it has been repaired. Guide the Minispare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it on. Clean contact surfaces of wheel - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 702
. 1 - 5 Wheel bolts i Do not activate the tire inflation pressure monitor ( page 572) until a full size wheel/tire with functioning sensor has been placed back into service on the vehicle. 701 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 703
its rated service life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals. If you use your vehicle mostly for short-distance trips, you will need to have the battery charge checked more frequently. When replacing the batteries, always use batteries approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 704
battery condition must be checked periodically by performing a battery conductance test. Refer to Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to maintain the battery charge. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz ! Warning! G G Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injury or death. Never - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 705
. The starter battery will otherwise be discharged. tery recommended by Mercedes-Benz. The consumer battery is installed in the trunk in such a destruction in the event of an accident. Starter battery (example illustration from CL 550) i Only replace a discharged battery with a bat- 1 Negative - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 706
, permitting the charging of the battery in its installed position. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information and availability. Charge battery in accordance with the separate instructions for the accessory battery charger. i For your convenience, have the starter battery removed - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 707
switched-off charging device to the terminals of the starter battery. Observe the operating instructions in the manual for the charging device while doing so. der described below. Otherwise, the vehicle's . Have any work on the consumer battery carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 706 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 708
exploding, causing personal injury. Read all instructions before proceeding. If the starter battery is Observe the following: Jump starting should only be performed when the engine and catalytic converter are cold. not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 709
speed. Warning! G Keep flames or sparks away from battery. Do not smoke. Observe all safety instructions and precautions when handling automotive batteries ( page 702). Jump starting should only be performed on the starter battery. The starter battery is located in the engine compartment on the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 710
clamp 1 from ground point and negative terminal 2, then from positive terminals 4 and 3. Have the battery checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Never invert the terminal connections. Connect negative terminal 2 of charged battery to jumper cables and attach other end of the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 711
hints Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing. ! Before towing the vehicle observe the following instructions: Do not tow - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 712
. Switch off the automatic central locking ( page 363). Depress the brake pedal. Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N. If engaged, manually release the electronic parking brake. Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the starter switch. Warning! G ! Keep in mind that - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 713
. Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warning flasher will operate again. Switch on the ignition. Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N. If engaged, manually release the electronic parking brake. 712 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 714
Practical hints Towing the vehicle Installing towing eye bolt Removing cover Press mark on cover 1 in the direction of arrow. Lift cover off to reveal the threaded hole for towing eye bolt. Installing towing eye bolt Take towing eye bolt and wheel wrench out of the vehicle tool kit in the trunk ( - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 715
an appropriate spare fuse (recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. The electrical fuses are located in different fuse boxes: in the dashboard on the passenger - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 716
the vehicle's internal electrical functions ( page 705). Example illustration from CL 550 Fuse boxes in engine compartment Open the hood ( page 553 Box on the driver's side Opening Take the crank from the Operator's Manual pouch. Loosen screws 1 with crank. Remove jumper 3. Remove cover 2. Closing - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 717
box cover in the dashboard, as this could damage it. Fuse boxes in dashboard Example illustration from CL 550 1 Cover Opening Open the respective door. Using your hands, pull cover 1 in the direction of lugs 1. Remove cover 2. Closing Attach cover 2. Press cover 2 down manually. 1 Cover 716 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 718
Practical hints Fuses Fuse box in the rear passenger compartment Opening Swing down center armrest. Open cover behind center armrest. Pull cover 1 forward in direction of arrow. Closing Press cover 1 backward and engage. Emergency engine shut-down If the engine cannot be turned off as described in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 719
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Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions and weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 719 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 721
repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 different parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 722
Performance Warranty California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Loss of Service and Warranty - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 723
Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver's B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the following locations: on the certification label embossed underneath a cover in the rear center armrest on the lower edge of the windshield Example - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 724
4 VIN Fold down rear center armrest. VIN 4 is underneath a cover in the center armrest. Example illustration (all models except CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG) 5 Engine number (engraved on engine) 6 VIN (lower edge of windshield) 7 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 725
Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive CL 550 CL 600 and CL 65 AMG CL 63 AMG 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 ABC tandem pump (pump for power-steering assistance and ABC chassis) 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator ( - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 726
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 CL 550 (216.371) 1 273 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 8 3.86 in (98.00 authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. 2 Premium fuel required. Performance - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 727
acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 CL 65 AMG (216.379) 1 275 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 12 3.25 in (82.60 mm) 3.66 in rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 2360 mm Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. 726 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 728
and approved tires for AMG vehicles, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 729
Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires Model CL 550 CL 600 CL 550 (Sport Package*) CL 600 (Sport Package*) 8.5 J x18 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) - 255/45 R18 99V M+S. CL 63 AMG CL 63 AMG (Performance Package*) CL 65 AMG 8.5 J x19 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) - 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S. Rims (light - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 730
Technical data Rims and tires Mixed size tires Model CL 550 CL 600 CL 550* CL 600* CL 550 (Sport Package*) CL 63 AMG CL 600 (Sport Package*) CL 63 AMG (Performance Package*) CL 65 AMG - 8.5 J x 19 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) 255/40 R19 96Y - 9.5 J x 19 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) - 8.5 J x 20 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) 255/ - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 731
wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the Minispare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator's Manual, inflate the spare wheel tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the yellow label on the Minispare wheel rim. i Please note that - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 732
Tightening torque 1 CL 550 14 V/220 CL 600, CL 65 AMG 14 V/220 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/35 Ah 12 V/95 Ah NGK IFR 6Q-G 0.028 in (0.7 mm) 18 - 22 lb-ft (25 - 30 Nm) CL 63 AMG 14 V/220 A 12 V/2.1 kW 12 V/35 Ah 12 V/95 Ah -1 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 18 - 22 lb-ft (25 - 30 Nm) Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 733
(216.376) 199.6 in (5071 mm) 84.2 in (2139 mm) 73.7 in (1871 mm) 58.5 in (1485 mm) CL 63 AMG, CL 65 AMG 200.4 in (5090 mm) 84.2 in (2139 mm) 73.7 in (1871 mm) 56.1 in (1426 mm) 19 in rims 56.2 in (1428 mm) 20 in - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 734
Mercedes-Benz. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz service fluid is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Model Engine with oil filter CL 550 CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG CL 550 CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Capacity - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 735
, coolants, lubricants, etc. Model Rear axle CL 550 CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG ABC hydraulic system Power steering All models CL 550 CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG 1 Capacity 1.27 US qt. (1.2 l) Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 734 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 736
wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system All models All models CL 550 CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Low temperature cooling system Fuel tank including a reserve of CL 600 All models CL 550, CL 600 CL 63 AMG, CL 65 AMG Air conditioning system Windshield washer 1 Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 737
filters, refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Engine oil additives Brake engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lubricating - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 738
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Premium unleaded gasoline Warning! G ! To maintain the engine's durability and performance, premium unleaded gasoline must be used. If premium unleaded gasoline is not available and low octane fuel is used, follow these precautions: Have the fuel - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 739
area, leading to engine performance problems such as: Warm-up hesitation Unstable idle Knocking/pinging Misfire Power loss In areas where carbon deposits may be encountered due to lack of availability of gasolines which contains these additives, Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of additives - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 740
bring it back up to the proper level. For information on other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification, refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. To provide important corrosion protection, the solution must be at - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 741
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity Model CL 550 CL 600 (main cooling system) CL 600 (low temperature cooling system) CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Approximate freeze protection -35°F (-37°C) 6.08 US qt. (5.75 l) 6.5 US qt. (6.15 l) 1.37 US qt. (1.3 l) 5.7 US qt. - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 742
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system Both the windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system are supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. The windshield washer reservoir has a capacity of approximately 6.87 US qt (6.5 l). - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 743
742 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 744
424 Accessory weight 585 Accident 411 Active headlamps 391 Adaptive Brake Lights (CL 600, USA only) 67 Additional turn signals 689 Address book ( bolt (vehicle tool kit) 681, 699 Ambient lighting COMAND menu 265 AMG menu (Control system instrument cluster) 291 Antiglare Rear view mirrors 383 Anti - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 745
shift program (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG) 432 Manual shift program mode (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG) 430 Program mode selector switch 427 Shifting procedure 420 Starting the engine 406 Steering wheel gearshift control Transmission fluid 558 Transmission positions 421 AUX Audio 125 Video 126 AUX jacks - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 746
Brake lamp bulbs 689 Brake lamp, high mounted 689 Brake pads Message in display 645 Brake warning lamp 31 Brakes 540 High-performance brake system (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG) 541 Warning lamp 31, 609 Break-in period 538 Bulbs, replacing 688 Additional turn signals 689 Brake lamps 689 Fog lamps 689 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 747
child seat anchors 61 Tether attachment points 61 Chrome-plated exhaust tip*, Cleaning 606 Cigarette lighter 517 CL 63 AMG Manual shift program mode 430 CL 65 AMG Manual shift AMG 291 Assistance* 298 Audio 289 Navi 287 Service 299 Settings 301 Telephone* 294 Trip 286 Vehicle status message memory - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 748
speed ("Resume" function) 442 Cup holder In front seat armrest 513 In rear seat armrest 513 Curb weight 586 D Date Setting ( DOT Destination entry (COMAND) 198 Destination memory (COMAND) 247 Difficulties While driving DISTRONIC Plus* 446 Maintenance service indicator 592 Multifunction display 282 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 749
Cup holder Drinking and driving 539 Drive-dynamic multicontour seats* Adjusting (COMAND) 278 Drive-dynamic function (COMAND) 281 Multicontour adjustments (COMAND) 278 Driving 406 Abroad 547 Hydroplaning 543 In winter 545 Instructions 406, 539 Problems 411 Safety systems 65 Through standing water 546 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 750
Selecting a track (COMAND) 122 Setting the audio format (COMAND) 124 Video (COMAND) 128 E Easy-entry/exit feature 373 COMAND menu 264 EBP Emission control 548 Emission control information label 723 Emission control system warranties 14 Engine Belt layout 724 Cleaning 597 Compartment 553 Coolant 559 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 751
Index ETD 56 Safety guidelines 44 Exterior lighting Delayed switch-off (COMAND) 260 Locator lighting (COMAND) 261 Exterior rear view mirrors Adjusting 381 Auto-dimming on the driver's side 383 Fold in automatically when locking (COMAND) 262 Lower mirror when reversing (COMAND) 262 Power folding 382 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 752
seat 377 Headlamp cleaning system 395, 560 Washer fluid 735, 741 Headlamps Automatic headlamp mode 301, 392 Cleaning lenses 599 Cleaning system 560 Low beam 392 Manual High mounted brake lamp 689 High-performance brake system (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG) 541 Hood 553 Message in display 660 Opening 553 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 753
Index I Identification labels 722 Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) 723 Ignition 365, 367 Switching on 365 Switching on, KEYLESS-GO* 367 Immobilizer 79 Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Individualization Voice Control 350 Infant and child restraint systems see Children in the - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 754
bag off 51, 620 High beam headlamp 31 Maintenance service indicator 592 Park Assist* 31 Parktronic* 31 Seat belt telltale 31, 615 SRS 31, 617 TPMS malfunction , 618 Turn signals 31 Language (COMAND) 258 LATCH-type child seat anchors see Children in the vehicle Lever For automatic transmission (gear - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 755
indicator message 592 Maintenance System 592 Resetting service indicator 594 Service indicator message 592 Service term exceeded 593 Maintenance System 592 Manual headlamp mode 392 Manual shift program (CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG) Deactivating 432 MAXCOOL Maximum cooling 496 Maximum load rating, Tires - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 756
License plate lamps 666 Light sensor 664 Night View Assist* 669 Park Assist* 632, 634 PRE-SAFE® 635, 642 Reserve fuel 660 Restraint systems 673 Seat backrest 680 Side marker lamps 667 SRS 673 Tail lamps 668 Tele Aid 675 Trunk 680 Windshield washer fluid 680 Multifunction steering wheel 283 755 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 757
198 Destination memory 247 Detour Seat belts 44, 388 OCS 48 Self-test 52 Odometer 286 Oil Filler neck 558 Oil level see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting 428 Operating safety 20 Voice Control 303 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 599 Outside temperature indicator 31, 436 Overdue maintenance service - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 758
600 Warning indicators 31, 465 Parts service 720 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp Poly-V-belt drive 724 Layout 724 Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires 576 Power 382 Power seats Folding back front seat backrests 371 Folding forward front seat backrests 371 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 759
R RACETIMER see Control system instrument cluster menus, AMG Radio FM/AM operation (COMAND) 98 Saving Replacing bulbs 689 Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear seats Adjustment 368 Folding back and placing upright rear 496 Recommended inflation pressure 587 Recovery services, Stolen vehicle (Tele Aid) 530 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 760
support (COMAND) 277 Memory function 385 Messages in display (Seat backrest) 680 Operating via COMAND 276 Ventilation* 376 Selector lever Lock 406 Selector lever see Gear selector lever Self-test OCS 52 Tele Aid 523 Service and warranty information 14 Service intervals see Maintenance service - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 761
/exit feature 373 Heated steering wheel* 380 Power steering fluid 734 Steering wheel gearshift control Automatic transmission 428 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 530 Storage compartments 509 Cup holder 513 Front armrest 510 Parcel net 511 Rear armrest 512 Storage compartment in front armrest 510 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 762
seats 511 Storing tires 563 Summer opening feature 404 Sun visors 516 Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof Sunshades Extending or retracting rear window sunshade (COMAND) 267 Suspension tuning Setting (ABC) 461 Symbols used in this operator's manual Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 530 System self- - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 763
malfunction telltale 31, 618 Direction of rotation 564 Driving instructions 543 Important notes on tire inflation pressure 570 Inflation 683, 730 Ply composition and material used 588 Problems under-/overinflation 569 Retreads 561 Rotating 589 Service life 562 Sizes 727 Snow 590 Speed rating 544 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 764
Traveling abroad 547 Tread 588 Tread depth, Tires 563 Tread depth, Winter tires 590 Treadwear indicators 588 Trip odometer 286 Resetting 287 Troubleshooting Voice Control 347 Trunk Closing 684 Emergency release 504 Lighting 399 Message in display 680 Opening-height restriction (COMAND) 268 Power - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 765
Manual (ABC) 462 Vehicle loading 509, 564 Instructions 509 Load limit 565 Terminology 585 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 588 Vehicle Recovery services, Stolen Vehicle (Tele Aid) 530 Vehicle tool kit 681 Video AUX 126 Screen settings 126 Video off (COMAND) 257 Telephone 308 Troubleshooting 347 764 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 766
DISTRONIC Plus* 446 Drivers seat belts 55 Electronic parking brake 414 PRE-SAFE® Brake* 77 Seat belt telltale 616 Warranty coverage 721 Washing the vehicle Winter driving 590 Snow chains 591 Tires 590 Winter driving instructions 545 Winter tires 590 Wood trims, Cleaning 606 Wrench, wheel (vehicle - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 767
766 - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 768
For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com or www.mercedes-benz.ca. Warning! G To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or - 2008 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 769
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Operator’s Manual
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