2009 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 112

Controls in detail Driving and parking someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal. allows the catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature earlier. For more information on driving, see "Driving instructions" (Y page 260). X X Allow the engine and coolant to cool off. Check the coolant level and add coolant if necessary (Y page 232). ! Only shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is stopped. Otherwise the automatic transmission could be damaged. X X In case of accident Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires RAn If the vehicle is leaking fuel: X Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever lock is released. Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D or reverse gear R. X X ignition cable may be damaged. RThe engine electronics may not be operating properly. catalytic converter and damaged it. Do not start the engine under any circumstances. X Exit the vehicle at a safe distance from the roadway. X Notify local fire and/or police authorities. If the extent of the damage cannot be determined: X RUnburned gasoline may have entered the i Shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P is only possible with the brake pedal depressed. Only depressing the brake pedal releases the gear selector lever lock. 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. Wait for the gear selection process to complete before setting the vehicle in motion. X Release the brake pedal. X If engaged, release the parking brake. X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. After a cold start, the automatic transmission shifts at a higher engine revolution. This The coolant temperature is above 248‡ (120†) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible. X Turn off the engine immediately. If no damage on major assemblies, fuel system, and engine mount can be determined: X Start the engine in the usual manner. 110