2009 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual
2009 Mercedes CL-Class Manual
2009 Mercedes CL-Class manual content summary:
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CL Operator's Manual - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 2
of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. RSIRIUS This symbol points to instructions for you to follow. A number of these symbols X in the type shown here. The following symbols are found in this Operator's Manual: G Warning! Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 3
the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Contents Index ...3 Introduction ...19 At a glance ...25 Safety and security ...41 Control systems ...77 Controls in detail ...289 Operation ...419 Practical hints ...471 Technical data ...563 2 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 5
(vehicle tool kit) ...472, 549 All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ...366 Alternator ...574 Messages in the multifunction display ...487, 516 AMG menu ...239 Anticorrosion Tele Aid) ...406 Active Bi-Xenon headlamps see Headlamps Active Body Control see ABC Adaptive Brake ...68 Adaptive Brake Lights ...68 Adaptive - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 6
Automatic central locking ...295 Automatic headlamp mode ...317 Automatic interior lighting control . 321 Automatic shift program ...340 Automatic start assist system ...349 Kickdown ...339 Kickdown (manual shift program) . 344 Manual shift program ...342 One-touch gearshifting ...341 Program - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 7
...81 Control system ...231 Multifunction display ...233 Multifunction steering wheel ...232 Control system menus ...234 AMG ...239 Assistance ...244 Audio ...238 Navigation ...237 Service ...245 Settings ...246 Telephone ...242 Trip computer ...235 Coolant Anticorrosion/antifreeze ...582 Capacities - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 8
...458 Hydroplaning ...458 Instructions ...328, 454 In winter ...453 Problems ...332 Safety systems systems Active Body Control (ABC) ...364 Advanced Parking Guidance ...373 AIRMATIC ...363 All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ...366 DISTRONIC Plus ...352 Maintenance service indicator ...460 Messages in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Electronic parking brake ...333 Electronic Stability Program see ESP® Electronic Traction System see ETS/4-ETS Emergency, in case of Battery, jump starting ...554 First aid kit ...472 Flat tire ...547 7 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 10
336 468 336 486 338 338 338 F Fastening the seat belts ...54 First aid kit ...472 Flat tire ...547 Lowering the vehicle ...550 Mounting the spare wheel ...547 522 Replacing bulbs ...543 Four-wheel drive see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) Front air bags see Air bags Front lamps see Headlamps 398 G Garage - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 11
Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting Emergency lighting ...Front ...Front reading lamps ...Interior rear view mirror ...Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ...Interior storage spaces see Storage compartments Intermittent wiping Windshield wipers - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 12
GO Starter switch positions ...301 Keypad (COMAND) ...81 Kickdown ...339 Kickdown (manual shift program) . . 344 Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ...450 Knee bag Interior ...321 Limp-home mode ...344 Loading see Vehicle loading Locking the vehicle ...290, 292 Manually ...541 Loss of Key ...294 Service - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Maintenance System ...460 Service indicator ...460 Service indicator, resetting ...461 Service indicator display ...461 Service indicator message ...460 Service indicator message, clearing ...460 Service term exceeded ...461 Manual headlamp mode (Lowbeam headlamps) ...317 Manual shift program ...342 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Index Multifunction steering wheel Adjusting ...Buttons ...Cleaning ...Gearshift control ...Heating ...Memory function ...Overhead control panel ...38 310 232 468 342 311 314 O Occupant Classification System see OCS Occupant distribution ...450 Occupant safety ...42 Air bags ...43 Children and air - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 15
...476 PRE-SAFE® Brake ...72 Problems While driving ...332 With vehicle ...23 Program mode selector switch Automatic shift program ...341 Manual shift program ...343 Proximity key see Key, Recommended tire inflation pressure ...435, 450 Recovery services, Stolen vehicle (Tele Aid) ...412 Refrigerant - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 16
System, Service indicator Service life (tires) ...430 Service menu ...245 Settings Automatic locking ...218 Display settings ...92 Easy-entry/exit feature ...219 Exterior mirror convenience settings ...218 Factory setting (SmartKey) . . 291, 293 Individual (vehicle) ...246 Interior ambient lighting - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 17
...408 Initiating an emergency call manually ...407 Messages in the multifunction send ...410 SOS button ...407 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services . 412 System self-test ...405 Telephone ... Telephone keypad ...81 Temperature Coolant ...345 Interior temperature ...388 Outside ...346 Tether anchorage - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Load rating ...451 Messages in the multifunction display ...488, 524 Ply composition and material used 451 Problems under-/overinflation ...436 Retreads ...429 Rims and tires (technical data) ...569 Rotation ...451 Service life ...430 Sizes ...569 Snow chains ...453 Speed rating ...443, 451 Storing - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 19
316 Vehicle loading Instructions ...396 Load limit ...433 Terminology ...449 Vehicle maximum load on the tire . . 451 Vehicle Recovery services, Stolen (Tele ...580 Unlocking the vehicle ...290, 292 Manually ...539 Upholstery, cleaning ...469 Useful features ...401 V Valet locking ...300 Vehicle - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 20
...417 Washer fluid ...324, 583 Wipers ...323 Windshield wipers Rain sensor ...323 Replacing wiper blades ...545 Winter driving Snow chains ...453 Tires ...452 Winter driving instructions ...453 Winter tires ...452, 569 Wood trims, cleaning ...469 18 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 21
service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this Operator's Manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 22
Introduction Operator's Manual Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: RNew Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 23
Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 24
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules: Rthe safety precautions in this manual - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 25
to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management or, if necessary, contact us at one of the following addresses: In the USA: Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Customer Relations Department - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 26
research or vehicle diagnosis purposes the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency use in dispute resolution involving Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or otherwise required or permitted by law - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 27
At a glance Exterior view ...Cockpit ...Instrument cluster ...Storage compartments ...Control systems ...Center console ...Overhead control panel ...Driver's door control panel ...26 28 30 32 34 37 38 39 25 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 28
At a glance Exterior view Exterior view 26 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 29
be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function 1 Trunk: Locking and unlocking Opening and closing Valet locking Vehicle tool kit 2 3 4 Rear lamps Rear window defroster Fuel filler flap Fuel requirements 5 Doors: Locking and unlocking Opening - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 30
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit 28 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 31
At a glance Cockpit Function 1 Combination switch: Turn signals Wipers High beam 2 Cruise control lever: Cruise control DISTRONIC Plus 3 4 5 6 7 8 Horn Multifunction steering wheel Instrument cluster Steering wheel gearshift control Gear selector lever for automatic transmission Control panel with: - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 32
At a glance Instrument cluster Instrument cluster 30 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 33
At a glance Instrument cluster Function 1 2 Coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge with: Fuel tank reserve warning lamp A High-beam headlamp indicator lamp - Antilock Brake System (ABS) indicator lamp = Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp 3 Parktronic/Park Assist warning indicator for - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 34
At a glance Storage compartments Storage compartments 32 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 35
between rear seats 401 399 399 399 9 a b c Page 398 398 7 8 Function Rear storage box Side storage pocket in trunk Retainer for Operator's Manual pouch Storage spaces under trunk floor Side storage pocket in trunk Door pocket Driver's seat storage compartment j 398 400 Page 399 d e Function Cup - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 36
At a glance Control systems Control systems 34 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 37
! • to activate Voice Control System • to accept a call Instrument cluster illumination Swivel COMAND display COMAND display illumination 251 160 345 81 80 Z 2 Page 164 160 AMG vehicles only 35 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 38
At a glance Control systems Function 9 a b c d e COMAND display CD/DVD changer PCMCIA card slot Favorite button Head restraint release switch Program mode selector switch for: Automatic transmission shift program AIRMATIC suspension tuning ABC suspension tuning f Shortcut button for: CD/DVD Radio g - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 39
air volume control for right center air vent Air distribution and air volume, driver's side (automatic mode) Temperature control, driver's side Manual fan speed adjustment, driver's side Front defroster Air recirculation Climate control on/off Residual engine heat and ventilation (REST) Rear window - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 40
lighting on/ off Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch Tele Aid (emergency call system) button Interior lighting control Right reading lamp on/off Rear view mirror Garage door opener Hands-free microphone for: Tele Aid (emergency call system) Telephone Voice Control - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 41
At a glance Driver's door control panel Driver's door control panel 1 2 Function Inside door handle Central unlocking switch Central locking switch 3 4 Seat adjustment switch Memory function (for storing seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel settings) Selector button for front passenger seat 5 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 42
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Safety and security Vehicle equipment ...Occupant safety ...Panic alarm ...Driving safety systems ...Anti-theft systems ...42 42 64 65 75 41 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 44
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle. The restraint - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 45
with disabilities, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 46
properly positioned on your body. Since the air bag please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RDo not Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injuries the buyer this Operator's Manual. RAdjust the front passenger seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 47
(3) If you believe that, even with the use of these guidelines, it would be safer for Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost. Please contact an local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call the Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 48
the air bag unit or ETD, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. owner that the vehicle is equipped with SRS and refer them to the applicable section in the Operator's Manual. not bleach or dye seat belts as this - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 49
the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt on whether the seat belt is in use Rdepending The air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system's preset deployment thresholds. You will then be protected by the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 50
in the area indicated by the arrows. Occupant Classification System 1 Window curtain air bag G Warning! 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 deployment of the side impact air bags - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 51
, including the 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. Both the driver and the front passenger should always use the 59 indicator lamp as an indication of whether or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 52
anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 53
seat, move the seat as far back as possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. For children larger than the typical 12-month- Mercedes-Benz Center. Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an authorized - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 54
and not go out. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation of child seats. seated, an not functioning. You must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the (Y page 538). Seat belts Safety notes The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 55
, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. possible and the seat belt is properly positioned on the body. G Warning! Never let more people ride in the also be checked. Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 56
belt is always fitted snugly. Take special care of this when wearing loose clothing. use a seat belt for more than one person at a time. Do not fasten a seat belt against your body could cause injuries. in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions. RNever RSeat belts - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 57
4 (Y page 55). Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding latch plate 2 (Y page 55). 1 Seat belt outlet 2 Latch plate ! Make and/or door trim panel. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. seat belt telltale < remains illuminated for as long as either - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 58
instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic comfort-fit feature seat belt An automatic comfort-fit feature for the front seats reduces the retracting force of the seat belts when they are in normal use more snugly against the body. Seat belt force - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Safety and security Occupant safety Your vehicle takes preventive measures to better protect the occupants in the following hazardous situations automatically. PRE-SAFE® takes preventive measures in Remergency cushion and backrest) of the drive-dynamic multicontour front seats. RIf the vehicle is - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 60
the seat cushion so that the front edge of the seat cushion lightly supports your legs. the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. place hands under seat 3 or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 61
and security Occupant safety Children in the vehicle Safety notes If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle: X Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child. X Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at all - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 62
by the 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, make sure to carefully read and follow - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 63
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 shoulder belt fits properly without a booster. When the child restraint is not in use, remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 64
top tether strap 4 according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. After removing the child restraint system and top tether strap for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. 1 Anchorage ring cover Guide top tether strap 4 between the head restraint and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 65
also be used and can be installed using the vehicle's seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. The -type child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. A rigid connection between the child seat and the body of the vehicle is established. 1 Override - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 66
panels. It is still possible to operate the rear side windows using the switches located on the door control panel of the driver's door . Indicator lamp 2 goes out. The rear side windows can again be operated using the respective switch located in the rear trim panels. For more information on power - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Brake Brake Lights RAdaptive RAdaptive RBAS RBAS REBP ABS G Observe Safety notes, see page 65. G Warning! Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness. The Antilock - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 68
a reminder to take extra care while driving. BAS Plus (USA only) The Brake Assist System Plus (BAS Plus) operates in emergency braking situations and uses radar sensors to assess the traffic situation. BAS Plus assists you in braking at speeds above approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). When traveling in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 69
the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 70
system will continue to function normally with full brake boost and full standard BAS function. Adaptive Brake Lights i This function is only available for the CL 600 (USA only). The brake lamps flash in quick intervals while you are braking hard at a speed of more than 30 mph (50 km/h) or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 71
output, the ESP® works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESP® is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slippery road surfaces. The ESP® the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Vehicles without 4MATIC: Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 72
"Technical data" section of this Operator's Manual. Switching off the ESP® i The DISTRONIC the brakes to a spinning wheel. Vehicles with 4MATIC also transfer more power to the wheel(s) with 1 ESP® switch Switching off the ESP® (except CL 63 AMG) G Warning! Switch on the ESP® immediately if - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 73
activated drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching off the ESP® (CL 63 AMG only) When you switch off the ESP®, in the following: Rno restriction to engine torque Rloss of system supported traction control engine output is not limited, which allows the drive - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 74
may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESP® X you of a possible the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 75
in Canada in a vehicle not registered in Canada, you must switch off the radar sensor system (Y page 247). Canadian law does not permit the use of the radar sensor system for vehicles from outside of Canada. When you switch off the radar system, the following functions are deactivated: RPRE-SAFE - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 76
or if the vehicle brakes lightly, you can interrupt the PRESAFE® Brake maneuver by pressing down all the way on the accelerator pedal, using kickdown, or releasing the brake pedal. The PRE-SAFE® Brake maneuver is terminated immediately when Ryou Ryou Ran X G Warning! An intermittent warning sounds - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). i If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system provided that you have subscribed to the Tele Aid service - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 78
Safety and security Anti-theft systems approximately 40 seconds unless you open a door or the trunk. Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: X Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. X Press button k or j on the SmartKey. 1 Indicator lamp X In vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 79
Control navigation ...Voice Control telephone ...Voice Control address book ...Voice Control radio ...Voice Control CD/DVD changer/ MP3 ...Voice Control command list ...Voice Control troubleshooting ...Voice Control individualization ...206 209 216 223 227 231 248 252 259 264 267 269 271 283 287 77 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 80
features described in this manual. COMAND introduction COMAND operating select your route more easily and guide you conveniently and safely to your to read navigational maps, instructions, or downloaded information. G service work on electronic components carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 81
personal responsibility. DVD maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area. COMAND components In your vehicle, COMAND can be used to operate: Raudio Rthe Rthe Availability of functions while the vehicle is in motion For safety reasons, certain COMAND functions are not available while - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 82
. The COMAND display is divided into several areas. i The layout of the menus may vary depending on your vehicle's equipment. This manual shows the menus for a fully equipped vehicle. Instrument cluster multifunction display This section describes features and controls via the COMAND controller - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 83
end calls (Y page 151). preset radio stations and enter the frequency manually (Y page 187). preset satellite radio stations and enter the channel number RSelect RSelect Telephone keypad With the help of the telephone keypad, you can use your mobile phone if it is inserted in the cradle. You can - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 84
or exit menus. You can move through the menus either by rotating or sliding the controller. Operating COMAND controller Symbol n How to use the COMAND controller X Function RConfirming RExiting Press briefly. Press and hold until the selected action has been carried out. Rotate. the selection - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 85
Control systems COMAND introduction Symbol omp How to use the COMAND controller X Function RMoving RExiting Slide. Slide and hold. through horizontal menus. vertical menus. X RFast forward or reverse for audio CD or audio DVD - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Control systems COMAND introduction Commands/menus Video DVD RVideo DVD (Y page 209) RSubmenu RSwitching RPause RDVD Commands/menus RRear Window Sunshade (Y page 221) RTrunk Vertical menus overview (Y page 210) Opening-height Restriction (Y page 222) to video DVD mode (Y page 211) playback (Y - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Control systems COMAND introduction Horizontal menus Entering characters Exiting character entry X Select and press Back in the bottom line. Press back button L in the center console (Y page 86). or X X Moving through the menu: Slide omp or rotate ymz. X Selecting a menu item: Press n. X Exiting - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 88
qm. X Selecting Audio main function: Slide omp or rotate ymz. X Confirming selection: Press n. The audio operating mode last selected appears. Example of how to use COMAND In the descriptions below, the main functions always serve as the starting point for locating the individual menu items. 86 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 89
Control systems COMAND introduction X Selecting FM/AM Radio: Slide qm or rotate ymz. X Confirming selection: Press n. The FM/AM Radio menu appears. X Selecting Audio in the main menu: Slide qm. X Confirming selection: Press n. A selection list with the functions of the Audio main menu appears. X - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 90
until the announcement is switched off. You will see the message The driving instructions have been muted. for a short while. Adjusting volume 1 Thumbwheel X is muted. i The announcements remain switched off even if you start a new route guidance or if COMAND is switched off/on with the o button. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 91
to determine whether the sound focus should be shifted toward the driver's side or the passenger's side. Fader is used to determine whether the sound focus should be shifted toward the front or rear of the vehicle. Adjusting balance and fader 1 Current setting indicated by - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 92
Control systems COMAND introduction Harman/kardon LOGIC7® surround sound is available for the following operating modes: RAudio RVideo DVD (MLP, DTS, PCM, and Dolby Digital audio formats) DVD (DTS, PCM, and Dolby Digital audio formats) CD (FM, AM, WB, Satellite) RAudio RMP3 RRadio RPCMCIA RAUX i - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Control systems COMAND system settings compartment with LOGIC7® switched on. RThe X best sound results are achieved by playing high-quality audio CDs and audio DVDs. MP3 tracks, the bit rate should be at least 128 kbit/s. sound does not function for mono-signal sources. RFor RSurround RIn - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 94
Control systems COMAND system settings Display (Y page 92) Display settings Time (Y page 92) Time settings Voice Control (Y page 93) Voice Control settings Language (Y page 94) Language settings Favorite (Y page 94) Assign favorite button Reset (Y page 95) Reset COMAND to factory settings Display - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 95
date X Rswitch X Switching manually: Select Daylight Savings Time ( window is switched on. Individualization Using individualization, you can fine-tune the second part. Starting new individualization Setting the time guide you through the individualization by means of acoustic instructions. Z 93 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Voice Control £ Start new individualization. A prompt appears asking whether you would like further information. X Select Yes or No. If you select No, the first part of individualization begins. If you select Yes, an information display will be shown with audio instruction. X Closing display: Select - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 97
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 page 92) You can use the favorite button to switch the COMAND display on or off. Navigation Command (Y page 140) You can use the favorite button to - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 98
. Information about new map software versions can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. discs back in their boxes after use. RProtect discs yourself using a DVD. Notes about handling DVDs ROnly hold discs by the edge. RHandle RAvoid RUse discs carefully to prevent read problems. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 99
hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death. Loading a DVD into the DVD changer G Warning! COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser product. You must not open the casing. There is a risk of exposure to invisible - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 100
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. X Confirming message: Press n. COMAND checks whether the map software on the DVD is compatible with the vehicle's - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 101
interior has cooled down. X Restart update. RThe X storage medium (hard disk) integrated in COMAND is defective. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz described in the "Updating the map software" section (Y page 96). Use map Map software is not compatible with the navigation system You will see - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 102
system will continue to be non-operational. Initial use or use following a system software update In both these necessary to resume the canceled route guidance manually (Y page 141). RRoute guidance is Unavailable. Please refer to the operating instructions. appears. RInstead of the route guidance - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 103
operational again until it has to access the faulty area of the hard disk again. The message will then appear again. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Units of measurement The units of measurement in navigation mode are identical to those set in the instrument cluster (Y page 247). Z 101 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Info (only with route guidance active) Information about the active route guidance Traffic (TMC) Route (only with route guidance active) RCalling Position RPT (only with route guidance active) Destination Calling up real-time traffic messages up - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 105
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Adjusting the map scale i It is only possible to adjust the map scale with the menu system hidden (full-screen map display). X Saving current vehicle position as destination in last destinations list X Rotate ymz until the desired map scale is set. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 106
106) Rno display if the geocoordinate display is Centering the map on the vehicle or destination position i If you have moved the map, you can use this function to rapidly return the map to 104 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 107
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) X Select map perspective: Select Navi £ Navi £ Map Display. The map display list appears. A dot R indicates the current setting. X Select Bird's-eye view. The bird's eye view is switched on or off, depending on the previous status. X Setting map - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 108
be shown. Height display 1 is an approximation because the navigation system uses the GPS signals for the calculation. Display options with geocoordinate display If the cross hair is displayed on the map view (map was moved manually), only display 3 is visible. It shows either the coordinates of the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 109
console (Y page 86). i If you change the route type setting during active route guidance, COMAND calculates a new route. If you change the setting when route guidance is inactive, COMAND uses the new setting for the next route guidance. Setting route mode i This function allows you to set the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 110
speed drops below a certain value, the function is available again. i If Russian or Chinese is set as the system language, the address must be entered using Latin letters. Setting the system language (Y page 94). To enter an address you may proceed as follows: REnter state (USA) or province (Canada - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 111
. 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. X Switching manually to list of states without input characters: Slide qm. or X Select d in the second line from the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 112
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) X Selecting a state: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. X Canceling selection: Select Back by sliding om and press n. or X Press back button L in the center console (Y page 86). X Confirming selection: Press n. The address input menu appears - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 113
in which you have entered your destination and the data version of the digital map. Enter numbers with the telephone keypad using the R - 9 buttons (Y page 81). X Confirming number selection: Press n. X Deleting individual numbers: Select ) in the bottom line and press n. X Deleting an entire - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 114
entry, you can also manually switch to the list of zip codes without input characters at any time. X Switching manually to list of zip codes items of information: RStreet RCity, RMap: Using the map to enter a destination (Y page 126) i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) If COMAND cannot clearly attribute a previously entered street to a city, only those cities are available which have a street of that name. If you have not yet entered a street before entering the city, or cities within the state (USA - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 116
character entry, you can also manually switch to the list of cities without input characters at any time. X Switching manually to the list of cities not available cannot be selected. RMap: Using the map to enter a destination (Y page 126) i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 117
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) i In this case, entering a POI is based on the city seen in the address input menu. RSave: X Saving a destination in the destination memory (Y page 145) Starting the route calculation (Y page 123) RStart: X In the address input - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 118
character entry, you can also manually switch to the street list without input characters at any time. X Switching manually to the street list without street: Slide qmr or rotate ymz. Enter a street number with the telephone keypad using the R - 9 buttons (Y page 81). or X i Example: Pressing - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 119
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on the city seen in the address input menu. RHouse Entering a center i It is not possible to enter a - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 120
entry, you can also manually switch to the list of centers without input characters at any time. X Switching manually to the list of centers not available cannot be selected. RMap: Using the map to enter a destination (Y page 126) i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 121
selected number X Selecting numbers: Slide omp or rotate ymz. X Confirming number selection: Press n. or X Entering a number with the telephone keypad using the R - 9 buttons (Y page 81). X Deleting individual numbers: Select ) in the bottom line and press n. X Deleting an entire entry: Select ) in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Currently non-selectable numbers Currently selected number Currently selectable numbers List of house numbers Entering a number with the telephone keypad using the R - 9 buttons (Y page 81). X Confirming number selection: Press n. X Deleting individual numbers: Select ) in the bottom line and press - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 123
characters at any time. X Switching manually to the list of house numbers without input characters: Slide qm. or X Select d in the second line from the bottom and press n. the digital map. The menu items which are not available cannot be selected. RMap: Using the map to enter a destination (Y page - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 124
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. X Switching manually to the list of intersections without input characters: Slide qm. or X Select d in the second line - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 125
depend on the data version of the digital map. The menu items which are not available cannot be selected. RMap: Using the map to enter a destination (Y page 126) i In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on the city seen in the address input menu. RPOI: Starting the route - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 126
route calculation for the new destination. If you select No, COMAND will continue with the active route guidance. The new destination is discarded. During the distance from the destination, for example. COMAND calculates the route using the digital map data. The calculated route may differ from the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 127
input characters. Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection. You can also manually switch to the destination memory list without input characters at any time. X Switching manually to the destination memory list without input characters: Slide qm. or X Select d in the second - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 128
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering a destination from the list of last destinations X Calling up the map X If no data is available, display 2 shows: Rthe Select Navi £ Destination £ From Last Destinations. The list of last destinations appears. The most - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 129
from the following predefined categories: RMercedes-Benz RHospital RGas Center station lot RParking predefined ones. i You can use the stopover function to influence the category. X Selecting a category: Select category, e. g. Gas station. COMAND first looks for destinations within the immediate - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) X Enter a destination from the destination memory (Y page 124). Last Destinations selection: Enter a destination from the list of last destinations (Y page 126). POIs selection: Enter a special destination (Y page 128). X RFrom X - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 131
sorted alphabetically and POIs sorted by distance within a radius of about 12 mi around the vehicle position are available. You can extend the search radius using the list options (Y page 133). RPOI within a given city: If you have only entered the state (USA) or province (Canada) and the city - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 132
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. X Switching manually to the main category list without input characters: Slide qm. or X Select d in the second line - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Main category list without input characters operation depends on whether the selected main category contains subcategories or only POIs. Selected main category contains subcategories: Selecting such a main category opens a list of - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 134
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) The illustration below shows by way of example the POI list for the RESTAURANT main category, FRENCH CUISINE subcategory within the surrounding area. Selecting a POI X Select desired POI. The POI list disappears and the address of - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 135
POI 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. X Switching manually to the POI list without input characters: Slide qm. or X Select d in the second line from the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 136
123). A prompt appears asking whether the POI should be used as the destination. X Select Yes or No. If . If you select No, you can select a new POI. Entering a POI from the map i If the vicinity of the vehicle's current position. X Select Guide in the map view with the menu system displayed (Y - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Observe Safety notes, see page 95. COMAND guides you to the destination using navigation commands in the form of audible navigation commands or if you leave the calculated route, COMAND automatically calculates a new route to the destination. If the map data contains the relevant information, - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Control systems COMAND navigation system (route guidance) The following example illustration shows the intersection zoom in the right half. 8 Street on which you are currently driving, if included on the digital map 9 Destination i The filled-in section of distance graphic 3 gets shorter the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 139
down a one-way street or that a street cannot be driven on. When using route guidance in a partially digitized area, you must therefore be sure to observe the map. If the destination is within a partially digitized area COMAND guides you through fully digitized areas for as long as possible. Route - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 140
you try to call up an announcement manually, (Y page 140) you will hear the may be of varying conditions and their appropriateness for use may be affected by various factors such as time into consideration by the COMAND system. COMAND can guide you to destinations within the area covered by the digital - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 141
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 of the route, direction arrows showing the compass heading to the destination guide you. You will also see the Direction to destination display. Route - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 142
automatic announcement (Y page 88). or X Call up an announcement manually using Navi £ RPT and adjust the volume (Y page 88). Navigation the message The driving instructions have been muted. for a short while. i The announcements remain switched off even if you start a new route guidance or if - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 143
the vehicle's direction of travel 3 Information about the highlighted route section Route browser i The route browser shows an overview of the route. You can use the route browser to move along the route section by section and view information about and details of each section of the route - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 144
Control systems COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) i COMAND uses the time set in COMAND as the basis for calculating the estimated arrival time. The clock must be set correctly in COMAND (Y page 92). The - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 145
Control systems COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) COMAND navigation system (realtime traffic) Introduction 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 146
Control systems COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) The following shows the possible symbol displays. X Displaying real-time traffic reports Displaying the message list X Select Navi £ TMC. COMAND searches for real-time traffic transmitters. When no traffic reports are present, you will - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) X Display all messages: Select Display All Messages. All streets are shown for which messages are present, as well as for those which are not on the route. X Read a message: Select a street. You can find an example message below. X Close - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Save Without Name. COMAND saves the destination in the destination memory and uses the address as the destination name. or X Entering data: Proceed as in the "Changing the data field" operating step in the "Creating a new address book entry" section (Y page 171). Select Assign Address Book Entry. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Deleting a destination from the destination memory X Select Navi £ Destination £ From Memory. Depending on the number of entries in the destination memory, you will see the destination memory list with or without input characters. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Press n. Further operation depends on whether you want to enter the address manually or use an address book entry as your own address. Entering an address manually X If you want to assign your own address for the first time: Select Save new entry. or X If you want to change your own address: Select - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) X Select desired address book entry. Proceed as described in the "Searching for an address book entry" section (Y page 172). Once the address data is complete and if it matches the digital map data, COMAND saves the entry as your own - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 152
. X Slide qm repeatedly until the input characters disappear. The list entry My Address is automatically highlighted as long as you have not entered any characters using the input characters. 150 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 153
Safety notes G Warning! Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving. Whether or not prohibited by law No. Saving the cross hair position in the list of last destinations i If you have manually moved the map, you will see a cross hair on the map (Y page 103). - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 154
instructions for the mobile phone cradle. These mobile phone cradles can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For more information about telephone (Y page 404) and (Y page 242). When the mobile phone is inserted in the cradle, you can operate the telephone using - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 155
model, the number of in-vehicle or on-display COMAND telephone features supported via Bluetooth® communication, and thus available for your use, may vary. The descriptions and illustrations in this section are based on the use of fully compatible Mercedes-Benz instructions for the cradle, and use - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 156
phone (see mobile phone operating instructions). Deleting individual characters: Press *. X Deleting an entire word or number: Press and hold * until the word or number is deleted. "911" emergency call i The "911" emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 157
initiate rescue measures yourself. The "911" emergency call is a public service. Any misuse is punishable by law. Entering the number using the telephone keypad X Enter digits 9-1-1 (Y page 154). X Press s. Entering using the COMAND controller X X Placing a "911" emergency call before entering PIN - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 158
PUK2 to unlock it. The PUK and/or PUK2 are provided by your telephone service provider. X Enter PUK/PUK2 digits into mobile phone. X Proceed in the can be protected from unauthorized use with an unlock code (see mobile phone operating instructions). If you wish to use the phone functions when the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 159
= mobile phone is logged in with another provider's network status No Service = No network available RNetwork i If you press s when the main ). RNetwork 1 2 3 Numbers/characters to enter telephone number Symbol ò for new voice message in mailbox Symbol ð for unread SMS messages in SMS inbox (Y - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 160
above indicates that your mailbox contains new voice messages. You will have to telephone number using the telephone keypad (Y page 161) the telephone number using the COMAND controller mailbox has been established, the mailbox system will guide you through the next steps. i In the list - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 161
entry in the COMAND address book X Slide omp or rotate ymz and select list entry (Y page 158). X Select Options £ Save £ New Entry. Select a number category, e. g. Home. Select a telephone category, e. g. Land Line. X Select Save. The input menu appears with the data fields. The data field for the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 162
or accepting the call X If you want to change the available characters: Proceed as described in the "Changing data field" paragraph in the "Assigning a New Entry in the Address Book" section (Y page 167). Adding to an existing entry in the COMAND address book X Slide omp or rotate ymz and select - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 163
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 (Y page 163). Entering the telephone number using the COMAND controller X i The use of a Bluetooth® headset requires Bluetooth® to - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 164
message. X Deleting message: Press n. Calling up speed-dial numbers using the telephone keypad X Switching screen to telephone mode: Call up main 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 165
saved in the COMAND address book or Sending a character string via DTMF 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. Z 163 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 166
by pressing the PTT button on the Bluetooth® headset (see headset operating instructions). Normally, it is sufficient to press the PTT button once, but message appears on the COMAND display. Subsequent operation is only possible using the mobile phone. From the mobile phone to the handsfree system - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Control systems COMAND telephone available to you which are described in the "Functions during a single- call connection" section (Y page 163). Calling up the COMAND phone book X Select Telephone £ Name. The COMAND phone book appears. Entries with category symbol 1 come from the mobile phone. The - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 168
menu item 4: RDisplaying details about an entry (Y page 167) RCreating a new entry in the address book (Y page 167) RDeleting an entry (Y page 168 86). or X Selecting an entry in the COMAND phone book Selecting entries using the smart speller X Switch from the list to the smart speller if - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 169
. or X Press s on the telephone keypad. Assigning a New Entry in the Address Book i This function is used to create a new entry in the address book and to enter the data (first name, last name and telephone number) manually. X Select Options £ New Entry in the COMAND phone book list. X Selecting - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 170
either be saved or not, depending on your selection. Deleting an entry i It is not possible to delete a phone book entry from the mobile phone using the COMAND phone book. The deletion rules may vary, depending on the entry selected: RUpper entry selected from the address book: The entry is deleted - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 171
from the mobile phone in the address book i This function is used to save an existing phone book entry from the mobile phone in the address book the last name is also filled when the entry to be saved contains a name. New Entry in the Address Book" section (Y page 167). Adding a telephone number to an - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 172
selected number with the new data. Adding a telephone number to an address book entry i This function is used to add a telephone number to an existing address book entry. The telephone number can be entered manually. X Select address book - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 173
book menu overview i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on (Y page 78). Search Search for an address book entry New Entry Create new address book entry i For phone book entries in the mobile phone that contain a name and a telephone number, you will see the name and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 174
X Select Telephone £ Data/ Connections £ Address Book £ Options £ New Entry. The input menu appears with the data fields and the input Select d. X 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. X Select - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Control systems COMAND telephone Rï R° = symbol for Pager category = symbol for Main category or for unknown category or for phone entries that are saved on the SIM card of a GSM mobile phone Switching from the list to the smart speller X Select Back from the list. 1 Symbol ¤ for complete - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Control systems COMAND telephone X Canceling search: Switch from the smart speller to the list (Y page 173). The entry at the top of the list is automatically highlighted. X Going back to main address book display: If necessary, switch from the list to the smart speller (Y page 173) and select Back - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 177
with the data fields. X Select Options £ Change. X Proceed as described in the "Switching between private and business data" paragraph in the "Creating an new address book entry" section (Y page 171). Z phone 4 To call up options i If a phone book entry in the mobile phone has more than one - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 178
category. You can now enter a number into the data field. X Proceed as described from the "Entering data into a field" operating step in the "Creating a new address book entry" section (Y page 171). If four numbers are already saved for the entry in the selected number category, a Select Yes or No - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Control systems COMAND telephone Calling a number saved in an entry i To do this, COMAND must be equipped with a telephone. The mobile phone must be inserted in the cradle. X Display the details of an entry and highlight the telephone number data field (Y page 174). X Press n and select Call. or X - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Name £ Add or Change. Subsequent operation is controlled by voice. Voice Control guides you through the dialogs. Deleting a voice entry X Search for the address the COMAND address book Saving a phone book entry from mobile phone as new address book entry i The mobile phone must be inserted in the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 181
the four existing numbers. X Select the number to be overwritten. COMAND overwrites the selected number with the new data. Importing: Start data transfer on the external device (see operating instructions of the device concerned). If there is no address book entry with the same first name and last - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 182
uses the freely available ISM (Industrial Scientific Medical) wireless network that works at 2.45 GHz. Ranges of up to 33 ft (10 m) are possible with Bluetooth®. "visible" or "findable" in order for COMAND to find and display it. For the setting procedures, please see the operating instructions - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 183
in the operating instructions for the device. X 1 Authorized and detected device - device and padlock symbol are the same color 2 Device which . Then you must switch this device off and then restart the search. Any new devices for which you would like to search will otherwise not appear in the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 184
switched on or not in the vehicle. SMS messages (Short Message Service) SMS functions The following functions are available: RReceive RRead Inbox Calling unread messages in the The following conditions must be fulfilled in order to use the functions: RThe RThe RThe RThe SMS inbox 2 To call up - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 185
cursor) 3 Input characters X Reading an SMS message X Saving SMS sender as new COMAND address book entry X Selecting an SMS message: In the SMS inbox, select a message £ Options £ Save Number £ New Entry. X Selecting a number category: Select a category, e. g. Home. In - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 186
i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on (Y page 78). Saving SMS sender as new address book entry i This function is not possible with all SMS senders. X Using data in a text message i If the SMS message contains telephone numbers or navigable address data, you can - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Control systems COMAND FM/AM radio Radio (except Weather Band) Station List (in FM wave band only) Save Station Frequency Entry Show Station Info (in FM wave band only) Presets (except Weather Band) Autostore Preset station list Channel (only Weather Band) Channel list FM or AM or WB Switch to FM - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 188
a station by rotating ymz or sliding qmr and press n. X station list search function station presets manual frequency entry channel list Selecting stations/channels using the search function X Selecting stations using the station list i The station list is only available for the FM wave band. It - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 189
for Weather Band. You have the following options: RSaving stations manually RSaving stations using the autostore function Saving stations manually Option 1 X i You can only select currently permitted numbers. X Selecting channels using the channel list i This function is only available for Weather - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 190
/AM radio their reception quality. All stations saved manually in the preset memory will be lost if COMAND Option 2 X Saving a station to a selected preset position If you have called up the station preset screen using option 1: X Select Audio £ Audio £ FM/AM Radio £ FM or AM. X Select Presets £ - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 191
. Before your journey, please familiarize yourself with the radio functions. Only use the COMAND when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so. page 78). Sat Radio Channel List Save Channel Channel Entry Service Presets Station presets Info Showing program info Category Selecting category - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 192
this section. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. SIRIUS Satellite Radio provides over 130 channels of digital-quality radio, including 100% commercial-free music, sports, news and entertainment. SIRIUS Satellite Radio uses a fleet of high-power - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 193
manual may differ from the channels and categories delivered by the service provider. Selecting program category i If the satellite radio service program. Satellite radio channels are split up into categories such as News, Sports, Rock, or Country, if available. X Select Audio £ Audio £ Sat Radio - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 194
in channels using channel presets X Select station preset and briefly press n. or X channel search function channel presets manual channel number in a channel when the satellite radio service is not activated, you Enter a position number with the telephone keypad using the A - 9 buttons (Y page - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Control systems COMAND satellite radio Tuning in channels using manual channel number entry i If you try to tune in a channel when the satellite radio service is not activated, you will see the screen described in the section "Satellite radio service is not activated" (Y page 190). Entering the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 196
to a selected preset position If you have called up the channel preset screen using option 1: X Option 3 X COMAND shows no more than two lines per omp or press n. In options 2 and 3: X Channel update The service provider may conduct a channel update. During the update, the message Updating - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 197
telephone number of the SIRIUS Service Center and the twelve-digit electronic serial number (SIRIUS-ID) of the particular receiver are displayed. X Closing screen: Slide omp or press n. COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Safety notes G Warning! COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser product. You must - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 198
you can assign names to the MP3/WMA tracks and folders. COMAND uses these names for the corresponding display in MP3 mode. Empty folders or folders kbit/s rates from 24 kHz to 48 kHz RSampling i COMAND does not support ID3 tags. i Only use MP3 tracks with a bit rate of at least 128 kbit/s and a - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 199
) is an audio data compression technology developed by Microsoft. The audio system supports the following types of audio files: Rfixed bit rates of 5 kBit/s 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 200
cause damage COMAND. Such damages are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use round discs with a diameter of 12 cm. Notes about handling by the edge. RHandle RAvoid discs carefully to prevent playback problems. getting scratches, fingerprints and dust on discs. discs from time - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 201
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 X Wait until LED for magazine tray button 3 which you pressed flashes quickly. X Insert disc into slot 1. The DVD changer draws the disc in and begins playback if: Rit has been loaded correctly Rit X Repeat last two steps until all trays are loaded. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 202
/MP3 Inserting/Ejecting a PCMCIA card i COMAND supports commercially available PCMCIA cards or PCMCIA card adapters with vehicle. You should therefore remove the PCMCIA card from the vehicle when not in use since extreme temperatures could damage these devices. X Inserting: Insert PCMCIA card into - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 CD or DVD-A or MP3 Pause/Stop/Play (audio DVD mode only) Normal Track Sequence Random Tracks Pausing playback Tracks/ Track List/ Tracks A-Z Showing track list (audio CD mode and audio DVD mode) Displaying alphabetical track listing (MP3 mode only) - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Switching to audio CD, audio DVD or MP3 mode X Example display in audio CD mode Example display in audio DVD mode Load CD/DVD (Y page 198) or PCMCIA card (Y page 200). Select Audio £ Audio, then CD, DVDAudio or MP3. Press the M shortcut button once or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 205
dot R indicates the current medium. X Select a medium or folder. COMAND changes the medium. or X Enter a magazine tray number with the telephone keypad using the A - 9 buttons (Y page 81). Only in audio DVD mode X Pausing playback: Select Audio £ Audio £ DVD-Audio £ Pause. The Pause screen changes - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 206
mode. X i In MP3 mode, the list shows all the tracks in alphabetical order. Selecting a track using the telephone keypad X Press > on the telephone keypad (Y page 81). X Enter track number using the A - 9 buttons. Select Audio £ Audio £ MP3 £ Folder. Press n when main area is selected. The track - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 207
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. i The tracks on an audio DVD can be stored in various audio formats. The number of audio formats depends - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Control systems COMAND AUX Playback options The following options are available: RNormal Track Sequence Tracks playback in the order on the disc (e. g. track 1, 2, 3, etc.). different medium. If an option is activated, it remains activated after COMAND is switched on/off. COMAND AUX You can - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 209
is shifted back into park position P, the picture comes on again. RSurround Select Audio £ messages or adjust the volume of these messages manually. i The volume of external audio sources i Please refer to the corresponding operating instructions for information about how to operate the external - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 210
systems COMAND AUX Screen settings Setting brightness, contrast and color X Changing the picture format X Show the menu system, if necessary (Y indicates the current format. i Please refer to the corresponding operating instructions for information about how to operate the external video source. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 211
picture and other playback problems may occur when you play such DVDs. The appropriate information is usually given either on the DVD or the DVD box. The factory setting of COMAND is regional code 1. The setting can be changed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz can therefore only use discs with - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 212
may cause damage COMAND. Such damages are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use round discs with a diameter of 12 cm. Functional limitations Depending of video DVD DVD-V DVD Functions Brightness Contrast Color 16:9 Optimized Pause/Play Pausing playback Continuing playback - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Control systems COMAND video DVD DVD-V 4:3 Widescreen Pause/Play Stop Changer Sound Switching to video DVD mode X Insert a DVD (Y page 198). Select Video £ Video £ Video DVD. Press the M shortcut button once or twice. Hiding/showing the DVD control menu X X 4 Elapsed track time 5 Show the menu - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 214
changes to Play. X Continue playback: Select Play. Play is continued from the point at which it was stopped. Selecting scene/chapter Entering scene/chapter using the COMAND controller X Make sure that the control menu is shown (Y page 211). X Skipping forwards or back: Slide omp or turn ymz. 212 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 215
DVD Entering the scene/chapter using the telephone keypad X Screen settings Setting brightness, contrast and color X X DVD menu The setting. X Saving settings: Press n. Calling up the DVD menu X X Changing the picture format X Select Video £ Video £ Video DVD. Show the menu system, if necessary - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 216
Control systems COMAND video DVD Switching to the next highest DVD menu level X Press the L back button in the center console. Select the corresponding menu item in the DVD menu. or X or X X Reconfirming the selection: Select Select. COMAND carries out the action defined by the selected DVD menu - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 217
Control systems COMAND video DVD X Select the menu item Back (to the film) in the selection menu. X i Depending on the DVD, it is possible the menu item Back (to the film) either has no function or has no function in certain parts of the DVD menu. Setting the language and audio format i This - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 218
220) Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-off (Y page 220) Rear-window Sunshade (Y page 221) Trunk Opening-height Restriction (Y page 222) Setting night security illumination (Exterior Lighting Delayed Switch-off) i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on (Y page 78). Use this - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 219
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Locator lighting on/off i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on (Y page 78). With the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position * (Y page 316), the following lamps will switch on during darkness when - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 220
£ Exterior mirror Convenience Settings. A selection list appears. i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on (Y page 78). Use this function to activate or deactivate the automatic central locking (Y page 295). With the automatic central locking system activated, the vehicle - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Activating easy-entry/exit feature i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on (Y page 78). Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy-entry/exit feature (Y page 306). The following settings are available for the easy-entry/exit - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 222
lighting delayed switch-off i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on (Y page 78). Use this function to set whether and how long you would like the interior lighting to remain lit during darkness after you have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch. X Adjusting - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 223
the rear sunshade. i You can program this function using the favorite button (Y page 94). i At temperatures below -4‡ (-20†), the rear window sunshade is switched off. X R15 X Select Vehicle. The main area is active. X Selecting Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-off menu: Slide omp or rotate - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 224
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu being harmed by the extending or retracting procedure. X Reverse the extending or retracting procedure: Press n again. Trunk opening-height restriction on/ off X Extending or retracting rear window sunshade: Press n. Select Vehicle £ Vehicle £ Rearwindow - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 225
can be operated via COMAND: RTemperature (Y RAir RAir RFootwell RAir temperature (Y page 226) Setting temperature G Observe Safety notes, see page 387. Use the temperature controls ® (Y page 385) in the center console or COMAND climate control settings to separately adjust the air temperature on - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 226
qmr or rotate ymz. X Exiting menu: Press n, back button L in the center console (Y page 79) or slide omp. The setting is saved. Adjusting air volume Use rocker switches Q (Y page 385) in the center console or COMAND climate control settings to separately adjust the air volume on each side of the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 227
the engine is running, cools the vehicle interior down to the selected temperature. The cooling function also dehumidifies the air in the vehicle interior, thus preventing the windows from fogging up turned off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Z 225 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 228
ymz. X Confirming selection: Press n. A checkmark appears when the function has been selected. Rchange an climate control setting for the front passenger side using COMAND a button from the climate control for the front passenger side one of the buttons for the rear climate control system Roperate - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 229
can be found on (Y page 79). The following seat adjustments can be made via COMAND: Settings Lumbar support (CL 550 4MATIC) (Y page 228) Drive-dynamic multicontour seats (Y page 229) RDiffuse i When the interior ambient temperature of the vehicle is very hot and the climate control is cooling the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 230
O. The main area is active. X Switching to the bottom menu line: Slide qmr. 1 Scale 2 Cursor 3 Current seat 4 Current setting X X Lumbar support (CL 550 4MATIC only) To support the spine, you can adjust the curvature of the front seat backrests. X Press O. The main area of the COMAND display is - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 231
support adjustments and can automatically adjust lateral support to your driving style (Y page 230). i Whether adjustments are being made manually curvature in shoulder area X Adjusting sides of seat cushion This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the sides of the seat cushion. X - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 232
rotate ymz. X Confirming selection: Press n. Cross-hairs appear. You can use them to make two settings: Rvertical: X Slide qmr or omp until desired : Press n. Adjusting seat backrest curvature in shoulder area This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the shoulder area of the seat backrest - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 233
enables you to call up information about your vehicle and to change vehicle settings. For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for maintenance service, to call up statistical data on your vehicle, and much more. X Slide qmr or rotate ymz until desired - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 234
within Telephone menu to start the quick search in the phone book Press button # to confirm selection or messages Function only available in telephone menu. AMG vehicles only. 232 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Depending on the selected menu, pressing the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel will alter what appears in the multifunction display. The information available in the multifunction display is arranged in menus and accompanying functions. For - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Menus 234 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 237
menu (Y page 238) AMG6 menu (Y page 239) Telephone menu (Y page 242) Assistance menu (Y page 244) Service menu (Y page 245) Settings menu (Y page 246) 1 Distance driven since start 2 Time elapsed since start 3 the SmartKey back to position 1 or 2 within this time period. Z 6 AMG vehicles only. 235 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 238
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Fuel consumption statistics since last reset X X Press ( or & to select the Trip menu. X Press % or $ to select From Reset. Press ( or & to select the Trip menu. X Press % or $ to select the function you wish to reset. X Press #. Distance to empty - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 239
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Navi menu The display in the Navi menu depends on whether route guidance is active or not. X No notification of driving maneuver Notification of driving maneuver Press ( or & to select the Navi menu. Route guidance not active The multifunction - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 240
for relatively large POIs. Route...COMAND calculates a new route, e.g. because you have deviated from the (Y page 239) video DVD (Y page 239) Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. For service provider are required for satellite radio operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 241
to select a station. You can only change the frequency band and save new stations using the COMAND system, see (Y page 184) (AM/FM radio) or (Y ( or & to select the Audio menu. Press button ( or & to select the AMG menu. Switch on the COMAND system and select CD, DVD-Audio or MP3 (Y page 195 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 242
manual shift program, you will see up next to gear indicator 1 as a reminder to upshift. Use buttons % or $ to select the following functions in the AMG will be saved as a lap time. The RACETIMER begins timing the new lap. The new lap begins to be timed as soon as the intermediate time is called - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 243
. This function is only available if you have saved at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. X Press button ( or & to select the AMG menu. X Press button $ repeatedly until the lap analysis appears in the multifunction display. Each lap is shown in its own submenu. The fastest lap is - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 244
possibly resulting in an accident and/or personal injury. You can use the functions in the Telephone menu to operate your telephone, provided it see separate installation instructions for the mobile phone cradle. These mobile phone cradles can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 245
): The telephone has found a network and is ready for use. You can operate it using the control system. X RReady Press button s. The caller's number from the phone book at any time. i When you insert a Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phone into the cradle, the control system reads in the phone - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 246
desired entry and press button s or # again. The control system dials the selected phone number. If the connection is successful and this feature is supported by your network provider, the name of the party (if stored in your phone book) you are calling will appear in the multifunction display. The - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 247
maintenance service indicator display (Y page 461) engine oil level (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG) (Y page 425) RCalling RChecking X Press # again if you would like to change the current status. Calling up vehicle malfunction, warning and system status messages stored in memory Use - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 248
owner's and/or driver's responsibility to maintain the vehicle's operating safety. Have all required maintenance and safety checks performed on the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz RShowing Press ( or & to select the Service menu. If conditions have occurred causing status - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 249
off. When traveling in Canada in a vehicle not registered in Canada, you must switch off the radar sensor system. Canadian law does not permit the use of the radar sensor system for vehicles from outside of Canada. When you switch off the radar sensor system, the following functions are deactivated - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 250
any warranties, and is not permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void Brake: Radar Sensors (See Oper. Manual) Disabled Voice Control introduction Safety notes G Warning! Only use the Voice Control System when road and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 251
and digit sequences can be spoken without pausing between the individual words. If an unavailable or incorrect command is used, the Voice Control System will prompt you for a new command by asking "Please repeat" or "Please repeat your entry". In order to provide for a safe and comfortable dialog - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 252
. If, for example, you listen to the radio while the telephone system is active on the COMAND display, you have to switch to the radio using the command "Radio" before you can operate the radio. Commands These are commands always available to you as soon as the Voice Control System is - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Voice Control System. Speak a command, for example "Help". X Press æ or ç. The volume is increased or decreased during voice output. or X Set volume for voice output using the COMAND volume thumbwheel on the lower Z 251 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 254
Control systems Voice Control navigation Voice Control navigation Important notes Safety notes for using the Voice Control System G Observe Safety notes, see page 248. Safety notes for using the navigation system G Observe Safety notes, see page 95. Navigation operation The Voice Control System - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 255
For information on spelling (Y page 257). Sample dialog: s Enter destination t Please spell a New York street name s B-R-O-A-D-W Z Rcancel Rturn guide instructions on or off "Enter state","Enter province" Use the command "Enter state" or "Enter province" to select a different state or province on - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 256
as clearly as you can, especially when they sound very similar (d or e). "Points of interest" Use the command "Points of interest" to select a point of interest (POI) such as airports, railroad stations, gas stations etc. position town/city POI RGlobal t Please select a line number s Number one - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 257
to select the stored destination address for that name. If two addresses are stored, you can use the commands R"Navigate gas station" parking lot" Mercedes-Benz service" restaurant" "Save destination" Use the command "Save destination" to save the current destination in the address book. hospital - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 258
will prompt you: t Navigate to home or work? s Work t John Smith work Starting route guidance "Guidance instructions off" Use the command "Guidance instructions off" to mute the system's guidance voice output. "Zoom in", "Zoom out" Use these commands to zoom in on map or to zoom out of map to the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 259
desired town/city does not appear on the list of towns/cities, the town or city can be entered by using the "Spell town" command. i You can scroll through the list by using the "Continue" or "Back" command. Say "Correction" to enter the town or city again. Sample dialog: s Enter town t Please - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 260
the system asks if it is correct. Say "Yes" or "No". "Street" Use the command "Street" to spell and select a street for the adopted city. Only The street name selected is adopted for route guidance. "District" or "Center" Use the command "District" or "Center" to to spell a city location in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Safety notes i For more information on telephone, see (Y page 404) and (Y page 151). Safety notes for using the Voice Control System G Observe Safety notes, see page 248. Safety notes for using the telephone G Observe Safety notes, see page 151. Telephone operation The Voice Control System gives you - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 262
Help telephone" The Voice Control System features a comprehensive help function. Use the command "Help telephone" and the Voice Control System will read prompt starts automatically whenever the phone is locked and you wish to use it. Use the command "Enter PIN" to input the code to unlock your - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 263
say the number s One two three t One two three s Four five six seven "Save name" (COMAND address book) Use the command "Save name" to create a new entry in your COMAND address book. After using the command, the system will prompt you to enter a phone number. Digits from "Zero" to "Nine" can be - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 264
each block). After each digit block (separate the digit blocks by using an approximately 0.5 second pause), the Voice Control System repeats the 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 265
s Work t John Smith work Dialing "List phone book" and dialing a phone number Use the command "List phone book" to listen to all voice entries in the phone book machine/voice mail box. X "Delete name" (COMAND address book) Use the command "Delete name" to delete a name from the COMAND address - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 266
your attention first and foremost to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize yourself with the address book functions. Only use the Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so. Otherwise you could be involved in an accident in which you - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 267
t The voice name is deleted Available commands with the address book not open For a complete list of commands, see (Y page 271). "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. "List - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 268
s Number two u The system opens the entry associated with line number two on the list 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. i You - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 269
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 Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so. Otherwise you could be involved in an accident in which you - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 270
in the station list. "List station list" and select station from list Use this command to list the entire station list, or to select an entry Please say the station name again "Station Smooth Jazz" (List saved stations) Use this command (AM and FM only) to directly select a saved station name from - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 271
devote your attention first and foremost to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize yourself with the audio functions. Only use the Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so. Otherwise you could be involved in an accident in which you - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 272
commands: R"CD" R"DVD" R"MP3" X "Previous track" or "Repeat track" Use the command "Previous track" or "Repeat track" to play again the track you Speak one of the following commands. "CD/DVD/Medium 1" to "CD/DVD/ Medium 6" Use commands "CD/DVD/Medium 1" to "CD/DVD/Medium 6" to select one of up to - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 273
to switch from the PCMCIA card to the DVD drive. Rnavigation Rroute Raudio Rradio Rsat i Some functions can be operated using several different commands. In the following list, these commands are grouped in one cell. Choose your preferred command from those available. General commands Ryes Rright - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 274
Control systems Voice Control command list Rhelp Rhelp Rhelp radio tuner help help Rhelp Rhelp Rhelp Rhelp Rhelp Rhelp Rhelp DVD audio changer navigation nav navi route guidance routing destination guidance please help functions devices voice control help help Rhelp Rplease Rhelp Rhelp Rhelp - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Control systems Voice Control command list Rsave Rsave Rsave Rsave Rsave Rsave Rsave Rsave Rstore Rstore Rstore Rstore Rstore Rstore Rstore Rdial Rrepeat PIN number PIN number PIN code phone number telephone number password unlock code PIN PIN code number PIN number telephone number name password - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Voice Control command list Rcorrection Rwrong Rwrong Rwrong Rwrong Rwrong Rwrong Rwrong Rdelete Rdelete telephone number unlock code Rguidance Rswitch Rswitch instructions off PIN number PIN number PIN code phone number telephone number unlock code PIN number PIN number PIN code phone number - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 277
Control systems Voice Control command list Renter Renter Rspell Rspell country another country country another country country another country Renter Renter Renter Renter town city name of town name of city Renter destination entry input Rdestination Rdestination Raddress Raddress Rsave Rsave - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 278
Mercedes-Benz service workshop MB service MB service point MB service center Mercedes service Mercedes service point Mercedes service center Mercedes-Benz service point Mercedes-Benz service center service point service Rterminate Rterminate Rterminate Rterminate Rnext Rdestination gas station 276 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 279
Control systems Voice Control command list Address book commands Raddress Raddress Ropen Rshow Rlist entry entry entry R cellular phone - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Control systems Voice Control command list Rland Rland Rland Rcell line line phone line telephone phone phone Rwork cell phone mobile phone cellular phone Rcall Rcall Rcall Rcall work car work land line work cell phone home car - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 281
Control systems Voice Control command list Raccept Raccept Raccept Raccept Raccept Raccept Raccept Raccept Raccept ROK Rfinished R Ruse Audio commands PIN PIN code lock code PIN number number telephone number name password Raudio Raudio Rsave Rstore station station station channel off - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Control systems Voice Control command list Example: 95.5 FM Rninety-five Rninety-five Rninety-five Rninety-five Rfrequency Rfrequency Rfrequency Rfrequency CD RCD RCD RCD Rnext track track track five five megahertz point five point five megahertz ninety-five five ninety-five point five ninety- - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 283
Control systems Voice Control command list MP3 RMP3 RMP3 RMP3 Rnext Rprevious directory folder RMP3 RMP3 1-6 number 1-6 1-6 number 1-6 (on) player (on) changer (on) MP3 MP3 medium MP3 MP3 medium Rprevious Rlast Rlast directory folder directory folder Rmedium Rmedium Rdrive Rmemory Rrepeat - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 284
Control systems Voice Control command list Rnext DVD audio DVD audio audio DVD medium DVDA DVDA audio DVD medium Rreplay Rrepeat Rlast medium medium medium Rprevious Rprevious Rprevious Rlast Rlast Rlast group repeat group replay group Rother Rnext medium directory directory folder directory - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 285
Control troubleshooting Help function To support the user, the Voice Control System contains an extensive help function. The help function gives you: Rgeneral Ra track 1-39 track number 1-39 track 1-39 track number 1-39 1-6 number 1-6 Rselect Rselect RDVDA RDVDA RDVD RDVD hints on how to best use - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 286
digits 0 - 9 may be used. the letters in blocks of 5 - 7 letters at a time. each individual letter clearly. RSpeaking phone numbers in digit blocks of 3 to 5 digits has proven a very reliable method for the input of phone numbers. RSpeak RSpeak What to do if ...Problem Voice Control System does - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 287
Control systems Voice Control troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution X Should interference occur during the process Both voice is geared to the driver side. Speak the commands in a continuous manner using a normal tone. Avoid loud disturbances. X X Z 285 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Control systems Voice Control troubleshooting Problem Voice Control System does not recognize a address book entry. Possible cause/consequence The voice entries in the address book sound too similar. Suggested solution X When - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 289
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. The individualization is used to adapt the Voice Control System to your own voice and to therefore improve speech recognition - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 290
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316 322 325 Driving and parking ...Automatic transmission ...Instrument cluster ...Driving systems ...Climate control system ...Rear window defroster ...Power tilt/sliding sunroof ...Loading and storing ...Useful features ...328 335 345 346 385 393 394 396 401 289 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 292
your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Notes G Observe Safety notes, see page 59. deactivate the feature, or adjust its signal volume, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. When unlocking the vehicle, all turn signal lamps flash once - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 293
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 294
the device. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO RYou can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (Y page 290). can combine KEYLESS-GO functions with normal SmartKey functions - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 295
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking cannot be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS-GO system. RIf the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle RThe vehicle could be inadvertently unlocked if the SmartKey is within 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle and - Factory setting X (e.g. if a passenger - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 296
of the SmartKey If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following: X Have the SmartKey deactivated by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately. X Have the mechanical lock replaced if - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 297
the central locking switches. This can be useful, for example, if you want to lock the vehicle before starting to drive. The central locking switches do not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap or the interior storage compartments, such as the glove box. Automatic central locking The doors and the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 298
driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. You can open the trunk when the vehicle on a roof rack (e.g. presence of an optional MB sport luggage container). When activated, the trunk opens to approximately the height - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. G Warning! To prevent possible personal the upper motion Z Closing the trunk from the outside manually 1 Handle X Lower trunk lid by pulling firmly on handle 1. X Close trunk with - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 300
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking sequence, the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk reopens slightly. trunk lid. Be especially careful when small children are around. To stop the closing procedure, do one of the following: RPress button i on the SmartKey. RPress RPress RPress RPull - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 301
trunk lid reopens slightly. Closing the trunk and locking vehicle from outside You can close the trunk and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch. RThe RThe RAll locking knobs in the doors move down. trunk lid starts to close automatically. turn - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 302
the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. X Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid $ Neutral position % Locked X X Valet locking: Close the trunk - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 303
Controls in detail Starter switch positions Starter switch positions SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see page 59. have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to "Lamps in instrument cluster" (Y - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 304
with SmartKey removed). i When you switch from SmartKey mode back to KEYLESS-GO mode, the system requires 2 seconds of detection time before you can use the KEYLESS-GO button as usual. Position 1 X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice. This supplies power for all electrical consumers. All - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 305
that is as upright as possible and seat belts are properly positioned on the body. G Warning! Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. RNever place hands under the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 306
reduce injuries during an accident. Power seats X Seat adjustment You can adjust the lumbar support, multicontour seats for driver and front passenger, as well as drive-dynamic multicontour seats using COMAND (Y page 227). 1 Head restraint height 2 Seat height 3 Seat cushion tilt 4 Seat cushion - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 307
in the parcel net in the front passenger-side footwell. Items in the net may be damaged. You can adjust the front passenger seat using the seat switches on the driver's side. adjustment heating/ventilation function Rmemory Folding seat backrest forward: Lift release lever 1 and fold the seat - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 308
control panel or by moving the release lever again. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Head restraint fore and aft adjustment G Warning! slide forward and stop. Investigate and correct the cause of interruption. Now use memory button or seat adjustment switch to bring the seat into the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 309
Controls in detail Seats G Warning! You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and driver's seat when the easyentry/exit feature is activated. To stop seat/steering wheel movement, do one of the following: RPress seat adjustment switch RMove steering wheel - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 310
make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non-use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint properly. G Warning placing them upright manually. Otherwise their protective function cannot be ensured. The back of the head will not be supported in the event of - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 311
voltage is available. Placing rear seat head restraints upright manually Seat heating 1 Seat ventilation button The blue indicator lamps position. i The seat ventilation for the driver's seat can be activated using summer opening feature (Y page 327). X 1 Seat heating button Switch on - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Controls in detail Multifunction steering wheel X X Switch on the ignition. Switching on: Press button 1 repeatedly until the desired heating level is set. One or more red indicator lamps in button 1 show the selected heating level. X Switching off: Press button 1 repeatedly until all indicator - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 313
so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions. Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirror manually. Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning! Exercise care when using the passengerside exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 314
If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly hit from the front, manually snap it back into place. i At low ambient temperatures, the exterior if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the interior rear view mirror. The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 315
if they are not folded out completely. ! If an exterior rear view mirror housing is 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 is forcibly pushed rearward (hit from the front - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 316
view mirror. i If you adjust the exterior mirrors while they are in the parking position, the new mirror position is stored as a new parking position. position support (CL 550 4MATIC) RLumbar i With the automatic transmission in reverse gear R, the previously selected exterior rear view mirror - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 317
into memory X X i Releasing the memory position button stops movement to the stored positions immediately. The multicontour seat and/or lumbar support (CL 550 4MATIC) will continue to be adjusted. 1 Memory button M 2 Adjustment button 3 Passenger side exterior rear view mirror Adjust the seats. On - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 318
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. i The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the vehicle's steering angle and speed, then automatically shift their beams to either side - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 319
. In addition, the message Please Switch Off Lights appears in the multifunction display. Switch off the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp manually. RLicense RSide plate lamps panel lamps marker lamps RInstrument RGreen indicator lamp C in the exterior lamp switch X Switching off: Turn the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 320
lamp mode is deactivated by default. Activate the daytime running lamp mode using the control system, see "Setting daytime running lamp mode (USA only 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 321
Controls in detail Lighting lamps should only be used in conjunction with low-beam headlamps. Consult your State or Province Motor Vehicle Regulations regarding permissible lamp operation. X Switch on the ignition. X Turn the exterior - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 322
at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch. The hazard warning flasher comes on automatically when an air bag deploys. CL 600 and CL 65 AMG, USA only: The hazard warning flasher comes on automatically when you brake the vehicle strongly at a speed of more than 50 mph (70 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 323
lamp goes out. or X i There may be a brief delay before the corner-illuminating lamps go out. Interior lighting 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 press one - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 324
a preset time (Y page 220). i If a door remains open, the interior lamps go out automatically after approximately 5 minutes. Manual control X Switching on/off front interior lighting: Press button ð. X Switching on/off rear interior lighting: Press button _. X Switching on/off front reading lamps - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Controls in detail Wipers Windshield wipers Switching on/off M U Windshield wipers off Slow intermittent wiping Rain sensor operation with low sensitivity. Fast intermittent wiping Rain sensor operation with high sensitivity. Slow continuous wiping Fast continuous wiping When you select intermittent - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 326
in position U or V, Rset wiper setting is changed using the combination switch Problems with wipers ! If anything blocks the windshield wipers ( wiper speed the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Rhave Single wipe X Press the combination switch briefly - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 327
trapped in the window opening. i You can also open or close the windows using the SmartKey, see "Summer opening feature" (Y page 327) and "Convenience closing 59. G Warning! Do not keep any part of your body up against the window pane when opening a window. The downward motion of the pane may - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Controls in detail Power windows X X Switch on the ignition. Opening/Closing: Press or pull and hold switch 1 to 4 to the resistance point. The corresponding window will move downwards or upwards until you release the switch. X Express operation: Press or pull switch 1 or 2 past the resistance - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Controls in detail Power windows Summer opening feature If the weather is warm, you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simultaneously: Ropening Ropening Convenience closing feature When locking the vehicle, you can simultaneously close the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof. as long - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 330
and possible death. Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 331
to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in the starter switch. The SmartKey must be located in the vehicle. Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 332
run cold engine at high engine speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the engine. This is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. CL 63 AMG: At engine temperatures below 68‡ (20†), the engine's maximum speed is restricted in order to protect it - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 333
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i Once the vehicle is in motion, the automatic central locking system engages and the locking knobs in the doors move down. Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever can now be used instructions" (Y page 454). Z 331 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 334
authorities. If the extent of the damage cannot be determined: X X X Give very little gas. Have the problem checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. The coolant temperature is above 248‡ (120†) The - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 335
either of which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. 1 Handle for electronic parking brake Releasing electronic parking brake manually X Make sure the ignition is switched on. X Pull handle 1. The red indicator lamp 0 (USA only) or ! (Canada only) in the instrument cluster - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 336
emergency situation, you can also brake your vehicle while driving by using the electronic parking brake. Once the vehicle comes to a incline, also turn the front wheels towards the road curb. i Observe instructions if you want the automatic transmission to remain in neutral position N, see - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 337
SmartKey into the starter switch. The engine turns off. The starter switch is in position 0 (Y page 301). ! Allow engine to warm up under low load use. Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 338
Controls in detail Automatic transmission covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i During the brief warm-up, the gear selector lever to select park position P. SmartKey: When you turn off the engine using the SmartKey, and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or open a front door, - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 339
conveyortype car wash, observe the following instructions: Shifting into neutral position N X could result in unsupervised use of vehicle equipment. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment could Release the brake pedal. X If engaged, manually release the electronic parking brake. X Switch off - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 340
, depress the brake pedal and move the gear selector lever up past the resistance point to select reverse gear R. Rchanging the gears manually (AMG vehicles only) Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D. X Select automatic program mode S. X Do not limit the gear range. X Drive off - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 341
point of resistance to use the kickdown. Canada vehicles and AMG vehicles only: X í ! Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with the automatic transmission in neutral position N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ê Drive - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 342
resistance point up or down. The current gear range appears in the multifunction display. Effect è With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine. ç Allows the use of engine's braking power when driving Ron steep downgrades Rin Working on the vehicle G Warning! When working on the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 343
occur earlier even when you give more gas. The engine then operates at lower revolutions RUpshifts C Comfort S Sport For comfort driving For using the steering wheel gearshift contol. AMG vehicles: For information on using the steering wheel gearshift control in manual program mode M, see "Manual - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 344
range of the automatic transmission. Manual shift program The manual shift program is available on AMG vehicles only. Manual program mode M differs with is switched off. You need to change the gears by manually upshifting or downshifting using the steering wheel gearshift control. i If you press - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 345
in succession. X X covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Briefly pull right gearshift control 2 (Y page 342). The automatic transmission shifts into the next higher gear. Upshift indicator Program mode selector switch C Comfort S Sport M Manual For standard driving For sporty driving - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 346
overrevving. Kickdown Using the kickdown when driving in manual program mode M is not possible. X X Deactivating manual shift program X authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Restart the engine. The automatic transmission will go to automatic program mode (C or S). Manual program - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 347
any systems. Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Coolant temperature gauge The coolant temperature gauge is located on the left side in the instrument cluster (Y page - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 348
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 gauge control and DISTRONIC Plus start assist system Body Control (ABC) drive (4MATIC) system Parking Guidance RAIRMATIC RActive RAll-wheel - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 349
speed to the vehicle maximum speed in the multifunction display are illuminated. traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a constant speed. RThe use of the cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 350
and others. You can increase or decrease the set speed in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments or in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments. When you use the cruise control lever to decelerate, the brake system will brake the vehicle automatically if the engine's braking power does not brake the vehicle - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 351
Adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments lever down past the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 to decrease. X Release the cruise control lever. The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate or decelerate. Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 352
its operational characteristics. We strongly recommend that you review the following information carefully before operating the system. account. Only use the DISTRONIC Plus if the road, weather and traffic conditions make it advisable to travel at a constant speed. G Warning! Use of the DISTRONIC - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 353
at all times, regardless of whether or not the DISTRONIC Plus is activated. Use of the DISTRONIC Plus can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy a speed range of 0 to 120 mph (Canada: 0 to 200 km/h). Do not use the DISTRONIC Plus if you are driving on a road with steep uphill or downhill slopes. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 354
officials. You may want to refer to this section of your Operator's Manual when asked. i USA only: This device has been approved by the FCC 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 could void the user - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 355
Controls in detail Driving systems lamp l in the instrument cluster comes on and an intermittent warning sounds. X Immediately apply the brake to avoid a collision. Under no circumstances should the driver await the intermittent warning sound before braking. See the following warning note. The - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 356
Controls in detail Driving systems X Press ( or & to select the Assistance menu. X Press % or $ to select the Distance Display function. X Press #. The DISTRONIC Plus distance graphic appears and you will see one of the following displays in the multifunction display. DISTRONIC Plus activated When - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 357
Controls in detail Driving systems DISTRONIC Plus lever Activating DISTRONIC Plus G Warning! When the DISTRONIC Plus is braking, the brake pedal is retracted (i.e. depressed automatically). The pedals' range of motion must not be impeded by any obstacles: RDo not place any objects in the footwell. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 358
not be set. You will drive at the speed you dictate by pressing the accelerator pedal. You can adjust the set speed using the DISTRONIC Plus lever and the target distance using the distance setting switch on the DISTRONIC Plus lever (Y page 360). Tap the DISTRONIC Plus lever up 1 or down 2 until - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 359
. Stopping G Warning! The braking effect of the DISTRONIC Plus is canceled and the vehicle can start to roll if Rthe DISTRONIC Plus is switched off using the DISTRONIC Plus lever Ryou G Warning! Never get out of the vehicle while the DISTRONIC Plus is switched on! The DISTRONIC Plus must never be - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 360
time you lift the DISTRONIC Plus lever up past the resistance point. The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate. Keep in mind that it increases in increments of 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) i When you use the DISTRONIC Plus lever to decelerate, the brake system will automatically brake the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 361
each time you press the DISTRONIC Plus lever down past the resistance point. The new speed is set and the vehicle will decelerate. Keep in mind that it may of arrow 3 (Y page 355). The last set speed is stored for later use. The last stored speed is deleted from memory when the engine is turned off - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 362
in DISTRONIC Plus You can set the specified following distance for the DISTRONIC Plus by varying the time setting between 1.0 and 2.0 seconds. Using this time setting and the current speed of your vehicle, the DISTRONIC Plus calculates and sets the required following distance to the preceding - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 363
or braking the vehicle. G Warning! The DISTRONIC Plus should not be used in snowy or icy road conditions. The most likely cause for a will switch off, and the message DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See Oper. Manual appears in the multifunction display. For cleaning and care of the sensors, - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Controls in detail Driving systems The DISTRONIC Plus has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes. There will be insufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Narrow vehicles Obstacles and stationary vehicles Cross-traffic Because of their narrow profile, the vehicles traveling near the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 365
driving style loading personal settings Rvehicle Ryour The program mode selector switch (C/S) (Y page 341) is used to adjust the suspension tuning. Driving program C Comfort S Sport Suspension tuning comfortable (default setting) sporty for dynamic driving i These height adjustment are so small - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 366
under the vehicle when you turn off the engine. Otherwise, parts of the individuals body could be trapped. ! When you turn off the engine, the entire vehicle lowered. Your vehicle could otherwise be damaged. i CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG only: When you turn off the engine, the entire vehicle is lowered by 0.2 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 367
may be impaired. The program mode selector switch (C/S) (Y page 340) or (S/C/M) (Y page 340) is used to adjust the suspension tuning. Driving program C Comfort S Sport M Manual X X Suspension tuning comfortable (default setting) sporty for dynamic driving Start the engine. i The selected vehicle - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 368
transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground. i In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the 4MATIC is only achieved with winter tires (Y page 452 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Controls in detail Driving systems G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured. ! Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes (e.g. trailer couplings, painted posts, - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 370
Controls in detail Driving systems Current transmission position D R 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness indicators Warning indicator when the automatic transmission is shifted into park position P. RRear Front area activated Front and rear area activated With the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 371
). Such Have the Parktronic system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If only the red approved by the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 372
in Canada in a vehicle not registered in Canada, you must switch off the radar sensor system (Y page 247). Canadian law does not permit the use of the radar sensor system for vehicles from outside of Canada. When you switch off the radar sensor system, the following functions are deactivated: RPark - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 373
Controls in detail Driving systems e.g. flower boxes, an elevated crossbar or a trailer tow hitch. The Park Assist does not detect such nearby objects. You could otherwise damage the vehicle or the objects. If yellow readiness indicators 3 under the distance segments are lit, the Park Assist is - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 374
for example, by water splashing into the area of the sensors. Switching 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 control panel on the righthand side of the instrument cluster. 1 Park Assist button - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 375
the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 376
is shown in the display and you receive steering instructions for parking in that space. When traveling in Canada page 247). Canadian law does not permit the use of the radar sensor system for vehicles from In certain cases, the Advanced Parking Guidance may guide you too far into the parking space or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Controls in detail Driving systems Rat Rat least 5 ft (1.5 m) wide least 3.5 ft (1.0 m) longer than your vehicle is instrument cluster stops blinking. You may continue the parking procedure. A parking space is shown in the display when driving by until you have reached a distance of 50 ft (15 m) - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 378
Controls in detail Driving systems X Where necessary, depending on the distance to the parking space, back up in a straight line a short distance. This is indicated by a green lane 1. X Back up until you hear an audible warning, then stop. The stopping position has been reached, indicated by a - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 379
electronic and visual parking aid. It shows you the area behind the vehicle on the COMAND system display. In addition, the rear view camera contains guide lines to help you with driving in reverse. The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a reverse-mirror image similar to the view in a rear - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 380
, or the 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. G Warning! The rear view camera either will not function or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 381
camera. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Switch on the ignition. Switch on the COMAND system. X Shift into reverse gear R. The COMAND system display will show the area behind the vehicle with guide lines. G Warning! Use of rear view camera can be dangerous if you are color-blind or have - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 382
the vehicle out of reverse gear and then reengage reverse gear again. Night View Assist G Warning! The Night View Assist is only an aid to support you while driving and cannot substitute your careful attention. Do not rely on the display of the Night View Assist; instead, continue to look through - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 383
Controls in detail Driving systems menus is no longer available. If you would like to change a setting using the steering wheel buttons, you must first switch off the Night View Assist. Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 1 Night View Assist on or off X Press button 1 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 384
just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m) every second. X Blind Spot Assist The 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 385
Controls in detail Driving systems i USA only: This device has been approved by the FCC as a "Vehicular 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Controls in detail Driving systems ! 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 MercedesBenz Center. Failure to do this can result in Blind Spot Assist not functioning correctly. Indicator and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 387
. Climate control system Control panel Function 1 2 3 U Air distribution and air volume, driver's side (automatic mode) ® Temperature control, driver's side Q Manual fan speed adjustment, driver's side Recommendation/Notes i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator lamp in button U comes on - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 388
the windshield (Y page 391) or the side windows are clear again. i Only use this function for a short time, e.g. in a (Y page 392) tunnel. Otherwise defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up. (Y page 393) 9 a b Q Manual fan speed adjustment, passenger side ® - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 389
the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the selected interior temperature and the interior and the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others. Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 390
by the climate control system. You can also adjust the settings for air distribution and air volume manually. When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, the interior air temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. In automatic mode, cooling with - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 391
of the air vents. Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vents. If necessary, use the air distribution adjustment to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of unprotected skin. For best possible performance - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 392
Controls in detail Climate control system Side air vents Rear center console air vents Adjusting air distribution Air distribution in front/rear passenger compartment via COMAND The air distribution can be adjusted via COMAND (Y page 224). Adjusting air volume You can adjust the air volume - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 393
detail Climate control system Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield, for MAXCOOL appears in the COMAND display. This provides the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle interior (when windows and tilt/ Rthe i The air conditioning compressor remains on even with the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 394
recirculation mode will not switch on automatically. X i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically: Rafter 5 minutes is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. i - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 395
snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving. Visibility could otherwise be impaired, endangering you and others. The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear. The - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 396
injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i You can also open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof using - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 397
Raising 2 Opening 3 Closing With the sunroof closed or raised, you can slide the sunroof screen forward and back. X Switch on the ignition. Closing manually: Pull and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 3. X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 398
instructions G Warning! Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible using monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. Immediately be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. X X - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 399
the vehicle. Please pay attention to and comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo: RAlways Parcel nets footwell and on the right trunk side wall. Hooks A retaining hook can be used to attach cargo items such as bags. 1 Tab 2 Retaining hook X place items - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 400
engages. Eyeglasses compartment Locking and unlocking the glove box separately You can lock the glove box separately, e.g. when the vehicle is in the shop for service. The glove box can only be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key. 1 Eyeglasses compartment mark 398 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 401
it engages. Seat storage compartments Storage compartments are located in the seat base of each front seat. ! Do not sit on or lean your body weight against the armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it. Front armrest storage compartments 1 Handle 2 Storage compartment lid - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 402
in direction of arrow. X Swing down cover 2 in direction of arrow. 1 Storage space 2 Cover handle 3 Trunk floor cover X ! Do not sit on or lean your body weight against the armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it. Lift up trunk floor cover 3 and engage cover handle 2 in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 403
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holder thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and it engages. ! Do not sit on or lean your body weight against the armrest when it is folded down, as - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 404
Sun visors G Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in ashtray insert only with vehicle standing still. 1 Vanity mirror lamp 2 Mounting 3 Holder, e.g. for gas cards 4 Vanity mirror 5 Vanity mirror cover Glare through the windshield X Flip sun visor down when - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 405
do not injure themselves or start a fire with the hot cigarette lighter. If the engine is off and the cigarette lighter is being used extensively, the vehicle battery may become discharged. X Push in cigarette lighter 1. Cigarette lighter 1 will pop out automatically when hot. X Take out cigarette - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 406
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. Radio - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 407
a user ID and password in the mail. You may use this password to access the Tele Aid section in "Owner's Online" at www.mbusa.com (USA only). The " a self-test after you have switched on the ignition. and manual emergency Assistance RInformation The Tele Aid system is operational providing that - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 408
Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possible. An emergency call can also be initiated manually model, identification number and color are emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 409
Useful features Initiating an emergency call manually transmit data generating the vehicle identification number, model, color and location (subject to availability of cellular and for longer than 2 seconds. A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The indicator - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 410
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 generating the vehicle identification number, model, color and location (subject to availability - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 411
installed) switches off. If you must use this phone, we recommend that you use it only with the vehicle at a data can contain address details for a Mercedes-Benz Center or POIs. Route guidance You the defined address. Call priority If other service calls such as a Roadside Assistance call or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 412
"Search & Send" is a navigation destination address entry service. A destination address located using Google Maps® or Yahoo Local Maps® website can be the From Memory destination list for future use. or X i Please refer to any specific instructions provided by either website regarding entering or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 413
of "Owner's Online", using your ID CL-Class is equipped with a feature that considerably enhances vehicle care. Just prior to reaching a vehicle maintenance milestone, Tele Aid transmits important vehicle maintenance information that alerts your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center of required service - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 414
engine while programming the integrated remote control. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death. Interior rear view mirror with integrated remote control 1 Indicator lamp 234 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 415
step 3. or X Step 4: Using both hands, simultaneously press hand-held code feature, follow these instructions after completing the "Programming" motor head unit. i Exact location and color of the button may vary by garage to the garage door opener Operator's Manual. X Step 9: Press the "training" - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 416
the same manner. If you live in Canada or if you are having difficulties programming a gate operator (regardless of where you live) by using the programming procedures, replace step 4 with the following: X Step 4: Press and hold the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release this button - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 417
same device, try the programming steps again using that other hand-held remote control. Make sure new the antenna wire from the garage door opener an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 418
floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fastened. Floormats should always be securely fastened using the fastening equipment. Before driving off, check that the floormats are securely in place and adjust them if necessary. A loose floormat could slip and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 419
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 devices, e.g. electronic toll collection devices. To allow the use of these devices in the vehicle, infrared - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 420
418 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 421
Operation Vehicle equipment ...The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ...At the gas station ...Engine compartment ...Tires and wheels ...Winter driving ...Driving instructions ...Maintenance ...Vehicle care ...420 420 421 423 429 452 454 460 462 419 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 422
equipped with all features described in this manual. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) moderate vehicle and engine speeds. RDuring ! Additional instructions for AMG vehicles: RDuring the first 1 000 miles (1 vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever. RSelect gear ranges - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 423
fuel will damage the fuel system and engine. Damage resulting from the use of non-approved fuels or fuel additives or resulting from mixing gasoline with diesel fuel is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. contact gas station personnel in case labels on the pump cannot be found. For - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 424
Operation At the gas station starter switch). The driver's door then can be closed again. X Opening: Press fuel filler flap 1 at the point indicated by the arrow. X Turn fuel - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 425
socket) of the ignition system Rwith the engine running Rwhile starting the engine Rwhen the ignition is switched on and the engine is turned manually 1 Hood lock release lever X Pull release lever 1. The hood is unlocked. ! To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood, never open the hood - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 426
height by gas-filled struts. new or CL 550 4MATIC and CL 63 AMG, you can check the engine oil level with the oil dipstick. X Open the hood (Y page 423). ! Do not use any special lubricant additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 427
Fully insert oil dipstick 1 into the dipstick guide tube. X Pull out oil dipstick 1 engine oil level with the control system On the CL 600 and CL 65 AMG, you can check the engine oil level with the RAdd i CL 550 4MATIC only: Switch on the ignition. Press ( or & to select the Service menu. i - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 428
the Mercedes-Benz Benz Limited Warranty. For information on messages in the multifunction display concerning engine oil, see the "Practical hints" section (Y page 516). Adding engine oil ! Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Example illustration CL 550 4MATIC - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 429
malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission. CL 63 AMG 1 Filler cap X Unscrew Body Control (ABC) fluid level Regular fluid level check is not required. If you notice fluid leaks or malfunction messages in the multifunction display, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 430
so could result in damage to the washer system/fluid reservoir. CL 550 4MATIC (example illustration) 1 Cap 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Marking bar in the expansion tank X 1 Cap for washer fluid reservoir Using a rag, turn cap 1 slowly approximately 1/2 turn counterclockwise to release any excess - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 431
service and purchase. G Warning! Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part. For further information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz them. When replacing rims, only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 432
(Y page 435). Important guidelines ROnly use sets of tires and rims of the same type and make. in new tires for approximately 60 miles (100 should be replaced after 6 years, regardless of the remaining tread. The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 433
tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and fuels. Cleaning tires ! Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires. The intense jet of water can result in damage to the tire. Always replace a damaged tire. Z 431 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 434
'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. 1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Information placard The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 435
trailer, 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 your following examples use a load limit of 1 500 lbs. This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 436
Operation Tires and wheels vehicle stated on the vehicle's Tire and Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1 500 lbs Loading Information placard (Y page 433). Seating Occupants weight configuration Combined weight of all occupants Available - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 437
blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Your vehicle is equipped with the Tire 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 438
label on the inside of the fuel filler flap, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure. should wait until the tires are to the tires installed as original equipment. Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tires - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 439
Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Check the tire inflation pressure at pressure. Otherwise, the tire will be underinflated. Checking tire inflation pressure manually Follow the steps below to achieve correct tire inflation pressure: X Remove - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 440
Operation Tires and wheels stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen. Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge. X Install the valve cap. X Repeat this procedure for each tire. TPMS system itself is not operating properly. The TPMS only functions on wheels that are equipped with - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 441
the system to signal a malfunction using the TPMS telltale flashing and illumination tire pressure gauge of an air hose, e.g. gas station equipment, and the vehicle's control system can ( or & on the multifunction steering wheel to select the Service menu (Y page 245). i With a spare wheel mounted, - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 442
to steer or brake the i Canada only: The TPMS usually recognizes tire pressure adjustments and sets new reference values automatically. You can, however, restart the TPMS manually as described. Restart the TPMS after adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the inflation pressure recommended for - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 443
or & on the multifunction steering wheel to select the Service menu. X Press button $ or% on the multifunction in the multifunction display: Use Current Pressures As New Reference Values Press 'OK pressure. Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 444
. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. General: Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter preceding the tire size designation. No letter preceding the size designation - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 445
handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Tire load rating 5 is a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support. For example, the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing conditions. Tire speed rating - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 446
the size designation AND the service description must be placed in Make sure the tires you use show M+S and the models except AMG vehicles R155 - All-season and winter tires Index Q M+S7 T M+S7 H M+S7 V M+S7 mph (250 km/h): mph (300 km/h): CL 63 AMG CL 63 AMG with increased top speed CL 63 AMG - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 447
new tires. If you are uncertain about the correct reading of the information given on a tire's sidewall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center identification DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) U.S. tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 448
denotes the tire manufacturer. New tires have a mark maximum weight the tires are designed to support. For more information on tire load rating result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Tire the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 449
to give drivers consistent and reliable information regarding tire performance. Government of Canada requirement, all tires made for sale in North America have these grades branded on of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 450
Operation Tires and wheels service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires (Y page serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Temperature G Warning! The temperature grade for this tire - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 451
Operation Tires and wheels i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. This marking tells you about the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. Tire and loading terminology - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 452
on the inside of the fuel filler flap. Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at their designated seating positions. Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. Maximum load rating The maximum load in kilograms and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 453
rating Numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support. Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with are not tightened to a torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle's rims. Tire rotation can be performed on - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 454
and have the same tread design. For information on winter tires for your vehicle model, see the "Technical data" section (Y page 569). Always observe the speed wheel with a winter tire at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Always use winter tires at temperatures below 45‡ (7†) and whenever - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 455
use of snow chains is permissible as specified in the "Technical data" section of this Operator's Manual body or axle components. The tires or the vehicle could be damaged as a result. ROnly use snow chains that are approved by Winter driving instructions and reduced Mercedes-Benz. Any authorized - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 456
instructions vehicle control. Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control. The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering maneuvers. Do not use Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 457
Driving instructions Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Power assistance G Warning! There is no power assistance for the steering and the service into a lower gear to use the engine's braking power. This helps prevent overheating of the brakes and reduces wear. When using the engine's braking power, - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 458
immediately. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only install brake pads and use brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz. G Warning! If other than - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 459
instructions G Warning! New vehicle brake pads to use increased CL 65 AMG. ! When driving off on a slippery surface, do not allow a drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the ESP® switched off. Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 460
Driving instructions reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited telephone call. If you choose to use the telephone8 while driving, please use the hands-free device and only use the telephone when road, weather and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 461
second. Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna. Do not run service procedures must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing ! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 462
to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet and maintenance service indicator at the designated times/mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. approximately 10 seconds when you switch on the ignition approximately 10 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 463
A Exceeded By XXX 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. X Press button % or $ to select ASSYST PLUS. X Press button # on the multifunction steering wheel - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 464
instructions on the particular container. Always open your vehicle's doors or windows when cleaning the inside. Never use with a wax-base rustproofing in the body cavities which will last for the lifetime of obtain Mercedes-Benz approved vehicle-care products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 465
to painted body components may damage the paintwork. Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 466
remains in neutral position N. Observe instructions, see "Remaining in neutral position Mercedes-Benz Center. Headlamps, brake lamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. ! Only use - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 467
X Switch off the ignition. Only clean sensor cover 1 by hand. X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, Only clean sensors 1 by hand. Use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water and a soft, non- Z 465 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 468
cloth to clean camera lens 1. Be careful not to apply wax to camera lens 1 when waxing the vehicle. If necessary, remove the wax using the Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water. ! Do not clean the camera and the area around the camera Rwith a high-pressure cleaner Rwith - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 469
Night View Assist camera. X 0) before cleaning the windshield and/or the wiper blades. Otherwise, the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury. Use recessed handles 1 to swing camera cover up. ! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts. They could tear. X Cleaning the windows and the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 470
spray them on the brake disks. Hard plastic trim items X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care on a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light . The surface may temporarily change color. If this is the case, wait for it to dry. G Warning! Do not use cleaners or cockpit care sprays containing - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 471
coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause the upholstery to become permanently discolored. By lining the seats with a proper intermediate cover, contact-discoloration will be prevented. G Warning! Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 472
470 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 473
equipment ...Where will I find ...? ...Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ...What to do if ... ...Unlocking/locking manually ...Replacing SmartKey batteries ...Replacing bulbs ...Replacing wiper blades ...Flat tire ...Battery ...Jump starting ...Towing the vehicle ...Fuses ...472 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 474
be equipped with all features described in this manual. Where will I find ...? First aid kit i Check expiration dates and contents for completeness using the floor handle. Engage the floor handle on the upper trunk lip. 1 Tensioning strap 2 First aid kit X Loosen tensioning strap 1. First aid kit - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 475
chock from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 472). Setting up: Tilt both plates upward 1. Fold the lower plate outward 2. X Guide the tabs of the lower X Jack G Warning! Only use the jack supplied with your vehicle to lift the vehicle briefly for wheel changes. If you use the jack for any other - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 476
the crank handle clockwise. Before placing the jack back into the vehicle tool kit: X X ! To prevent damage, always disengage the floor handle from spare wheel, see "Flat tire" (Y page 547). Storing the spare wheel after use X Place spare wheel 1 into the spare wheel well (Y page 474). X Secure - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 477
follow the additional instructions given in this Operator's Manual. High-priority messages immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using # or L. They are then stored in do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. On the pages - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 478
-SAFE Inoperative See Oper. Manual Function Currently Limited See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The system itself has failed. All other occupant safety systems, such as the air bags, are still available. PRE-SAFE® Possible solution X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 479
the multifunction display Display messages PRE-SAFE Function Limited See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The PRE-SAFE® Brake is unavailable due to a malfunction. The BAS Plus may also be unavailable. Possible solution X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Z 477 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 480
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The front passenger front air bag is activated while driving even though a child, small individual, or object below the system's weight - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 481
Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Oper. Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper. Manual should not appear in the multifunction properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! If the 59 indicator lamp remains out even after - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 482
the OCS (Y page 48) has deactivated the front passenger front air bag. message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Oper. Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper. Manual should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied. Wait at least 60 seconds - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 483
at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! If the 59 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant Driving systems Display messages Cruise Control - - - mph on the front passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 484
multifunction display Display messages DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The DISTRONIC Plus is switched off and has switched off. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Stop accelerating. DISTRONIC PLUS Override X 482 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 485
conditions for the DISTRONIC Plus (Y page 355). X Park Assist Currently Unavailable See Oper. Manual Clean the front and rear bumper (Y page 465). Have the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Wait until the message in the multifunction display disappears. X X X Contact an - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 486
Display messages Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavailable See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The Blind Spot Assist is deactivated because page 465). Have the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Wait until the message in the multifunction display disappears. X - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 487
Display messages Parking Guidance Currently Unavailable See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The Advanced Parking Guidance is deactivated the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Wait to see if the interference is temporary or do not use Advanced Parking Guidance. Try in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 488
messages Parking Guidance Radar Sensors Finished Deactivated See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence Advanced Parking Guidance: The vehicle is be switched on (Y page 247). X Switch on the radar sensors using the instrument cluster control system. Vehicle Display messages Apply Brake to Shift - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 489
it is safe to do so. X Engage the electronic parking brake. X Do not drive any further. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Service Required Do Not Shift Gears The automatic transmission cannot be If the automatic transmission is in drive position shifted out - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 490
X Have the maintenance service carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Have the maintenance service carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Service X Exceeded by X days - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 491
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Tire Pressure Monitor Currently Unavailable Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The Advanced TPMS is unable to monitor As soon as the causes of the malfunction have the tire inflation pressure due to: been - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 492
so. X Engage the electronic parking brake. X Do not drive any further. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. (Canada only) G Warning! Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 493
it (Y page 333). (Canada only) EBR, ABS, and ESP Inoperative See Oper. Manual (USA only) The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction, system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 494
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Service See Oper. Manual (USA only) 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. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 495
the multifunction display Display messages Parking Brake See Oper. Manual (USA only) Possible cause/consequence Possible solution In from rolling away while parked by using a chock from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 473). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. (Canada - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 496
message in the multifunction display disappears. (Canada only) Parking Brake See Oper. Manual (USA only) In addition, the red indicator lamp for the X Switch ignition The electronic parking brake is X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center malfunctioning. as soon as possible. (Canada only) 494 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 497
display Display messages Parking Brake See Oper. Manual (USA only) Possible cause/consequence Possible solution X Drive off carefully. When you engage or release the electronic parking brake, the red indicator X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center lamp for the electronic parking brake as - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 498
page 336). The electronic parking brake is X Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked malfunctioning. by using a chock from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 473). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. (Canada only) Please Release Parking Brake (USA only) In addition - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 499
warning message does not disappear: X Shift the automatic transmission to park position P (Y page 336). X Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using a chock from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 473). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. (Canada only) Z 497 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 500
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Turn On the Ignition to Release the Parking Brake (USA only) Possible cause/consequence In addition, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake comes on. You have tried to release the electronic - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 501
reducing steering capability. X 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. X ABS and ESP Currently Unavailable See Oper. Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 502
SAFE® system are switched off due to a malfunction. X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. In addition, the yellow ESP® warning lamp v comes on. Failure to follow these instructions increases the The ABS may not be operational and the risk of an accident - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 503
CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: X Have the system checked at an authorized The ESP® as well as the PRE-SAFE® Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. system are switched off due to a malfunction. Failure to follow these instructions available. Currently Unavailable See Oper. Manual The ESP® and the PRE - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 504
is not charged. Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The brake system still functions normally. Failure to follow these instructions increases the The BAS . Manual Tele Aid Inoperative Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. SRS Malfunction Service Required - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 505
Required Left Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service Required Possible cause/consequence Components of the driver's supplemental restraint system may not work properly. Possible solution X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Components of the front passenger - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 506
display Display messages Right Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service Required Possible cause/consequence The right window curtain air bag may not work properly. Possible solution X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! In the event a malfunction of - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 507
or as soon as it is safe to do so. X Engage the electronic parking brake. X Call Roadside Assistance. or X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Malfunction Stop Vehicle The ABC is malfunctioning. The ABC message is continuously shown. Avoid large steering maneuvers. The fenders or tires - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 508
or tires could otherwise be damaged. Listen for scraping noises. X Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. There is otherwise danger of an accident. X X Malfunction The capability of the AIRMATIC system is restricted. This can - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 509
is too low. Possible solution X Wait until the message disappears from the multifunction display. Night View Assist is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Night View Assist Currently Unavailable The temperature of the camera is too high (Y page 380 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 510
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Night View Assist Lights ON or AUTO, Not in R Gear Possible cause/consequence You have tried to switch on Night View Assist, but the light switch is not set to * or B. In addition, the automatic transmission is in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 511
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Possible cause/consequence You are driving with at least one door open. The display symbol shows you which doors are open. Lock Seat Backrest Front Left or Lock Seat Backrest Front Right Shift to P The driver or - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 512
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Key Not Detected Possible cause/consequence The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is not detected while the engine is running because there is strong radio-frequency interference. Possible solution X X Stop the vehicle as - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 513
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Take Your Key From Ignition Possible cause/consequence You have forgotten to remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Possible solution X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Replace Key Battery The - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 514
Display messages Remove 'Start' Button and Insert Key Obtain a New Key Possible cause/consequence The KEYLESS-GO system is malfunctioning. . X The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle The SmartKey - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 515
messages Check Coolant Level See Oper. Manual Possible cause/consequence The coolant level is too low. Possible solution X X Add coolant (Y page 427). If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! Do not spill antifreeze - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 516
. ! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 514 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 517
to drive. Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X If it is intact: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 518
. X If it is intact: Drive to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. X Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: There is no oil in the engine. There is a danger of engine - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 519
Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). When the message Check Engine Oil at Next Refueling (CL 550 4MATIC and CL 63 AMG only) or Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 quart) (Canada: 1 Liter) (CL 600 and CL 65 AMG oil leaks, drive to the nearest service station to refill your engine oil to - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 520
CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: The measuring system is malfunctioning. Possible solution X Have the measuring system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. CL 600 and CL 65 AMG its disposal. Reserve Fuel X Refuel at the next gas station. Gas Cap Loose A loss of pressure has been detected - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 521
if a critical number of LEDs have stopped working. The left or right corner-illuminating lamp is malfunctioning. Possible solution X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Check Left Cornering Light or Check Right Cornering Light Check Left Low Beam or Check Right Low Beam - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 522
Turn Signal or Check Right Mirror Turn Signal The left or right rear turn signal lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The turn signal in the left or right exterior rear view mirror is malfunctioning. This message - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 523
possible. The left or right high-beam lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The left or right license plate lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. You are getting out of the vehicle and the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 524
or right front fog lamp is malfunctioning. Possible solution X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The rear fog lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The left or right front parking - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 525
or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning. Possible solution X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The rear left or right side marker lamp bulb is Check Right Tail and Brake Lamp being used. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Z 523 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 526
in the multifunction display for the tire in question. Have the Advanced TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X 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 minutes - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 527
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Tire Pressure Please Rectify Possible cause/consequence The pressure is too low in one or more tires. Or the tire pressures of the individual wheels differ too radically from one another. Possible solution X Check - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 528
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 529
Practical hints What to do if ... What to do if ... Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrument cluster fails to come on during the bulb selfcheck when switching on the ignition, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary. When you switch on the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 530
Practical hints What to do if ... Brake Problem - The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center display). as soon as possible. The brake system is still Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 531
Practical hints What to do if ... Problem v The yellow ABS malfunction indicator lamp and the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The brake system continues to function normally, but without Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. electronic support. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 532
X Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display (Y page 475). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. G Warning! Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 533
Practical hints What to do if ... Safety systems Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt telltale The seat belt telltale reminds you X Fasten your seat belts. comes on for a maximum and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 534
are fastened, or the vehicle is standing still and a door is opened. Problem = The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! In the event a malfunction of the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 535
Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury. Problem at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 536
Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X X v The yellow ESP ESP®. Exceptions: (Y page 70). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Driving systems Problem l PRE-SAFE® Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 537
Practical hints What to do if ... Vehicle Problem The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp in the fuel gauge comes on while driving. Possible cause/consequence The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark. Suggested solutions X Refuel at the next gas station. Z 535 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 538
Practical hints What to do if ... Engine Problem ± The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the emission control system Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RSystems which affect emissions i Some states may by law require you to - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 539
Practical hints What to do if ... Tires Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X H USA only: The Advanced TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one Combination low tire tire. pressure telltale/TPMS - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 540
TPMS to continue to function properly. Lamp in center console Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X 59 The system is malfunctioning the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Read and observe messages in the multifunction display and follow - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 541
manually G Warning! If the 59 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with Problem the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the front passenger seat, do not have any passenger Suggested solutions X use at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 542
Practical hints Unlocking/locking manually Removing the mechanical key Unlocking the driver's door Unlocking the trunk A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. 1 Mechanical key - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 543
be locked or unlocked. It is recommended to have the batteries replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i If you cannot close the trunk with the remote 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 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 544
at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent. X Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey (Y page 540). 3 Batteries 4 Contact springs X X 1 Mechanical key 2 Battery compartment Pull out batteries 3. Insert new - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 545
and when a bulb has been replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. the lamp and its components. We before changing a bulb. Keep bulbs out of reach of children. Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. A bulb can explode if you: Rtouch or move it when hot Rdrop the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 546
and standing lamp 6 Turn signal lamp 7 Corner-illuminating lamp 8 Front fog lamp H11 (55 W) LED W5W W5W PY 24 W H7 (55 W) H11 (55 W) i Mercedes-Benz recommends using Longlife (LL) bulbs. ! Do not replace LEDs and bulbs yourself. You could otherwise damage the LEDs, the bulbs or parts of the vehicle - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 547
the Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Tail lamp unit The tail lamps are equipped with HiP bulbs and LEDs. Have them replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Placing wiper arms in vertical position Wiper arms in vertical position X Make sure the hood is fully closed. Z 545 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 548
Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Vehicles with SmartKey X Removing wiper blades ! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts. They could tear. X Installing wiper blades X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1. X Turn combination switch to wiper setting u. X With wiper arms in - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 549
Rwheel tool kit bolts for spare wheel For information on where to find the respective items, see "Where will I find ...?" (Y page 472) and (Y page 474). Lifting the vehicle G Warning! When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 550
avoid personal injury, use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack. other sizeable objects. One wheel chock is included with the vehicle tool kit (Y page 472). For information on setting up the collapsible wheel chock, - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 551
on an incline. Removing the wheel ! Do not position the jack on the body of the vehicle, as this may cause damage to the vehicle. 1 Alignment it. X Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt 1 supplied with the vehicle tool kit. X Remove the remaining bolts. 2 Take-up bracket 3 Jack 4 Crank X X - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 552
could cause an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel bolts. G Warning! Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come Warning! Make sure to use the original length wheel bolts when remounting the original wheel after it has been repaired. X X Guide the spare wheel onto - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 553
service life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals. If you use your vehicle mostly for shortdistance trips, you will need to have the battery charge checked more frequently. When replacing a battery, always use a battery approved by Mercedes-Benz safety instructions and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 554
the instructions in this Operator's Manual. Batteries A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. Keep as this could result in a short circuit. Use leak-proof batteries only to avoid the risk battery first. First touch the outside body of the vehicle in order to release - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 555
device. Only use a battery charge unit with a maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V. X Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer. ! As with any other battery, have the battery disconnect at a qualified workshop or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if you - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 556
battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive instructions before proceeding. ! Do not tow-start the vehicle. You could otherwise seriously damage the automatic transmission which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. use jumper cables - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 557
the vehicle Safety notes Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Before towing the vehicle observe the following instructions: RDo not tow-start the - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 558
the vehicle bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. RTowing X Installing towing eye bolt Depending on with the vehicle tool kit, located underneath the trunk floor (Y page 472). X Take the vehicle tool kit out of the trunk. of the vehicle should only be done using the properly installed - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 559
bolt 1. X Reinstalling cover: Fit cover 1 (Y page 556) and snap it into place. X Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle tool kit. G Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 560
hazard warning flasher in use you can activate the combination position N. Observe instructions, see "Remaining 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. ! Vehicles without 4MATIC - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 561
and rectified by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A fuse chart is located in the trunk with the vehicle tool kit (Y page 472). The engine. Fuse box on driver's side 1 Fuse box cover Open the respective door. X Using your hands, pull cover 1 in direction of arrow and remove it. X Closing: Hook - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 562
Make sure the seal in the cover is not damaged during opening or closing. CL 63 AMG: Remove the control box above the fuse box. X Removing cover: Take the crank from the Operator's Manual pouch. X Loosen screws 1 with crank. X Remove bracket 3. X Remove fuse box cover 2. Example illustration fuse - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 563
fuses. Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described (Y page 334), you may use the following emergency procedure. X Take the fuse chart from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 472). X Find row "Emergency engine shutdown" in the fuse chart table to identify the fuses that - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 564
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Technical data Vehicle equipment ...Parts service ...Warranty coverage ...Identification labels ...Engine ...Rims and tires ...Electrical system ...Main dimensions ...Weights ...Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc...564 564 564 565 567 569 574 575 576 577 563 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 566
quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 different parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts are use non-genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz. Doing so could damage the vehicle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 567
Technical data Identification labels Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels Example certification label (U.S. - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 568
may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle. All models except AMG vehicles 5 Engine number (engraved on engine) 6 VIN (on lower edge of windshield) 7 Emission control information label, includes both federal and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 569
Model Engine Mode of operation No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt CL 550 4MATIC Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 570
Model Engine Mode of operation No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt CL 63 AMG Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 571
or optional factory equipment, but can be purchased from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Equipping your vehicle with winter tires approved for your vehicle model may require the purchase of two or four wheel rims of the recommended size for use with these winter tires. This depends on vehicle - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 572
Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires Model CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 550 4MATIC (Sport Package) CL 600 (Sport Package) 8.5 J x 18 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) - 255/45 R18 99V M+S. Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires14,15 Winter tires14,15,16 8.5 J x 18 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 573
Technical data Rims and tires Model CL 550 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package) CL 63 AMG CL 63 AMG (Performance Package) CL 65 AMG 8.5 J x 19 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) - 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S. Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Winter tires17,18,19 AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires17 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 574
Model CL 600 CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 63 AMG (Performance Package) CL 65 AMG - 8.5 J x 20 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) 255/35 ZR20 XL (Extra Load) - 9.5 J x 20 H2 1.69 in (43 mm) 275/35 ZR20 XL (Extra Load) Front axle Rims (light alloy) AMG (light alloy) AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires20,21 20 Radial- - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 575
spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator's Manual, inflate the tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the tire inflation pressure of the road tires. Model Rim Wheel offset Minispare tire22 Recommended tire inflation pressure All models 4.5 B x 19 H2 1.38 in (35 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 576
Electrical system Electrical system Model Alternator Starter motor Starter battery Battery for electrical consumers Spark plugs Type Electrode gap Tightening torque CL 550 4MATIC 14 V/220 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/35 Ah 12 V/95 Ah CL 600 14 V/220 A 12 V/2.0 kW 12 V/35 Ah 12 V/95 Ah CL 63 AMG 14 V/220 A 12 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 577
Technical data Main dimensions Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 199.7 in (5 071 mm) CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG 200.4 in (5 090 mm) 84.2 in (2 139 mm) - 56.1 in (1 426 mm) 56.2 in (1 428 mm) 116.3 in (2 955 mm) 63.0 in (1 601 mm) 63.3 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 578
Technical data Weights Weights Model Trunk load All models max. 220 lb (100 kg) 576 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 579
their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by MercedesBenz. For service fluids out of the reach of children. Model Engine with oil filter CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 65 AMG CL 63 AMG23 Automatic transmission CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 63 AMG24 CL 65 AMG - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 580
etc. Model Rear axle CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Hydraulic system for active body All models except 4MATIC control (ABC) Power steering CL 550 4MATIC CL 63 AMG CL 600 CL 65 AMG Brake system Cooling system CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Low temperature cooling system CL 600 - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 581
so will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Mercedes-Benz recommends MOBIL OIL. Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number. Model CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 Engine type 273 275 MB sheet number 229.5 229.5 i MB sheet numbers are - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 582
only partially filled with unleaded regular gasoline and fill up ! Never use R 12 (CFC) or mineral-based lubricating oil. Otherwise damage to Booklet for replacement interval. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any authorized Mercedes26 Restriction: Engine oil additives - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 583
combustion area, leading to engine performance problems such as: RWarm-up RUnstable Fuel requirements Only use premium unleaded gasoline. The octane number , Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of additives approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 584
Anticorrosion/Antifreeze solution or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification are used to renew the coolant used to bring it up to the proper level (have cooling system checked for signs of leakage). Please make sure the mixture is in accordance with label instructions - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 585
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Model Approximate freeze protection -35‡ (-37†) Cooling system CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Low temperature cooling system CL 600 X -49‡ (-45 may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB SummerFit". X Mix - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 586
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or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury. If you have any questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We - 2009 Mercedes CL-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 588
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