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Letter “T” preceding the size designation:
Temporary spare tires which are high
pressure compact spares designed for
temporary emergency use only.
Tire width
Tire
width :
indicates the nominal tire width
in millimeters.
Aspect ratio
Aspect ratio ; is the dimensional
relationship between tire section height and
section width and is expressed in percentage.
The aspect ratio is arrived at by dividing
section height by section width.
Tire code
Tire code = indicates the tire construction
type. The “R” stands for radial tire type. Letter
“D” means diagonal or bias ply construction;
letter “B” means belted-bias ply construction.
At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire
with a speed capability above 149 mph
(240 km/h) can include a “ZR” in the size
designation (for example: 245/40 ZR 18). For
additional information, see “Tire speed
rating” (Y page 390).
Rim diameter
Rim diameter ? is the diameter of the bead
seat, not the diameter of the rim edge. The
rim diameter is indicated in inches (in).
Load index G
Warning!
The tire load rating must always be at least
half of the GAWR of your vehicle. Otherwise,
tire failure

may be the result which may cause
an accident and/or serious injury to you or
others.
Always replace rims and tires with the same
designation, manufacturer and type as shown
on the original part. G
Warning!
Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the
driver’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.
Load index A is a numerical code associated
with the maximum load a tire can support.
For example, a load rating of 91 corresponds
to a maximum load of 1356 lb (615 kg) the
tire is designed to support. See also
“Maximum tire load” (Y page 385) where the
maximum load associated with the load index
is indicated in kilograms and lbs.
For additional information on the load index,
see “Load identification” (Y page 392).
Speed symbol G
Warning!
Even when permitted by law, never operate a
vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum
speed rating of the tires.
Exceeding the

maximum speed for which tires
are rated can lead to sudden tire failure,
causing loss of vehicle control and possibly
resulting in an accident and/or serious
personal injury and possible death, for you
and for others.
Regardless of the tire speed rating, local
speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent
driving speeds appropriate to prevailing
conditions.
Speed symbol B indicates the approved
maximum speed (tire speed rating) for the
tire.
Summer tires Index Speed rating
Q up to 100 mph (160 km/h)
R up to 106 mph (170 km/h)
S up to 112 mph (180 km/h)
T up to 118 mph (190 km/h)390
Tires and wheels
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Cleaning the windows and the wiper
blades
!
The windshield wipers must be in a
vertical position before folding them away
from the windshield. They could otherwise
damage the hood.
Never open
the hood when the wiper arms
are folded forward.
X Make sure the hood is fully closed.
X Switch on the ignition.
X Turn combination switch to wiper setting
° (Y page 280).
X With wiper arms in vertical position, switch
off the ignition. G
Warning!
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and
remove SmartKey from starter switch before
cleaning the windshield and/or the wiper
blades. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make
sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have
status 0. Otherwise, the wiper motor could
suddenly turn on and cause injury.
! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts.
They could tear.
X Fold the wiper arms forward until they snap
into place.
X Clean the windshield and the wiper blade
inserts with a clean cloth and mild
detergent solution.
X Use a soft, clean cloth and a mild window
cleaning solution on all outside and inside
glass surfaces.
An automotive glass cleaner is
recommended.
! Fold the

windshield wiper arms back onto
the windshield before turning the SmartKey
in the starter switch or pressing the
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.
Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper
arm back. If released, the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could
crack the windshield.
! To clean the window interior, do not use
a dry

cloth, abrasives, solvents or cleaners
containing solvents. Do not touch the
inside of the windows with hard objects
such as an ice scraper or ring. Doing so may
damage the windows.
Light alloy wheels If possible, clean wheels once a week.
X
Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care,
a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of
water for cleaning the light alloy wheels.
! Only use acid-free cleaning materials.
Acid may cause corrosion or damage the
clear coat.
! The vehicle should not be parked for an
extended period of time immediately after
it has

been cleaned. This applies especially
after the wheel rims have been cleaned
with wheel rim cleaner. Wheel rim cleaners
can lead to increased corrosion of the
brake disks and brake pads. Non-approved
wheel cleaners may also damage the wheel
paint if the vehicle is not driven after
cleaning.
Therefore, the vehicle’s brake system
should always be warmed-up before it is
parked after cleaning. Drive your vehicle for
several minutes to allow the brakes to dry.
When applying Mercedes-Benz approved
Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved
Wheel Care products, take care not to
spray them on the brake disks. 408
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X
Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth
and dry
thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-
Benz approved Leather Care.
! To avoid damage to leather upholstery:
R Wipe with light pressure only.
R Do not clean with abrasive cleaning
agents such

as scouring milk or powder.
R Do not soak the leather upholstery.
As leather is a natural product, it could
otherwise harden or become porous.
R Exercise particular care when cleaning
perforated leather as its underside
should not become wet.
Wood trims X
Only use water and a damp cloth to clean
wood trims in your vehicle.
! Do not use solvents like tar remover or
wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes as
these may be abrasive.
Chrome-plated exhaust tip Regular cleaning and care of chrome-plated
exhaust tips will help to maintain their shine
and the classy appearance.
X
Use Mercedes-Benz approved Chrome
Polishing Paste each time the vehicle has
been washed,

especially during the winter.
! Do not use alkaline cleaners such as
wheel cleaners as they could cause
corrosion. 410
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X
Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt and
remove it.
X Replace this wheel bolt with alignment
bolt :.
X Remove the remaining bolts.
! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt.
This could result in damage to the wheel
bolts and wheel hub threads.
X Remove the wheel.
Attaching the spare wheel G
Warning!
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged
or rusted.
Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.
Damaged wheel hub threads should be
repaired immediately. Do not continue to
drive under these circumstances! Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.
Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened
wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
This could cause an accident. Make sure to
use the correct wheel bolts. G
Warning!
Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts.
Other wheel bolts may come loose.
Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the
vehicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could
fall off the jack. Wheel bolt
: must be used for light alloy
rims. Wheel bolt ; must be used for the
Minispare wheel. The wheel bolts for the
Minispare wheel are located in the trunk with
the Minispare wheel.
! Wheel bolts ; must be used when
mounting the Minispare wheel. The use of
any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts ;
for the Minispare wheel will damage the
vehicle’s brakes. G
Warning!
Make sure to use the original length wheel
bolts when remounting the original wheel
after it has been repaired.
X Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel
hub.
! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat
against hub and hold it there while
installing first wheel bolt. X
Guide the spare wheel onto the alignment
bolt and push it on.
X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten them
slightly.
X Unscrew the alignment bolt.
X Install the last wheel bolt and tighten it
slightly. 468
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Vehicle equipment ............................
480
Parts service ..................................... 480
Warranty coverage ...........................480
Identification labels ..........................480
Vehicle specification CL 550
4MATIC (216.386) .............................483
Vehicle specification CL 600
(216.376) ........................................... 483
Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG
(216.377) ........................................... 484
Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG
(216.379) ........................................... 485
Rims and tires ................................... 486
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......490 479Technical data
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Engine CL 63 AMG
Compression
ratio
11.3:1
Output acc. to
SAE J 1349
40 518 hp/6
800 rpm
(386 kW/6 800 rpm) Maximum torque
acc. to
SAE J 1349 465 lb-ft/5
200 rpm
(630 Nm/5 200
rpm) Maximum engine
speed
7 200 rpm
Firing order
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt
2 360 mm
Electrical system CL 63 AMG
Alternator
14 V/220 A
Starter motor
12 V/2.1 kW
Battery
12 V/95 Ah
Spark plugs, type
NGK ILZKAR 7A10
Spark plugs,
electrode gap
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
Spark plugs,
tightening torque
18 - 22 lb-ft
(25 - 30 Nm) Main dimensions CL 63 AMG
Overall vehicle
length
200.4 in (5
090 mm) Overall vehicle
width
41 84.2 in (2
139 mm) Overall vehicle
height
56.1 in (1
426 mm) 42 56.2 in (1
428 mm) 43 Wheelbase
116.3 in (2
955 mm) Main dimensions CL 63 AMG
Track, front
63.0 in (1
601 mm) Track, rear
63.3 in (1
607 mm) Turning circle
38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Weights CL 63 AMG
Trunk load
max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG
(216.379)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center

for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment. Engine CL 65 AMG
Engine, type
275
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection No. of cylinders
12
Bore
3.25 in (82.60 mm)
Stroke
3.66 in (93.00 mm)
Total piston
displacement
364.9 cu in
(5 980 cm 3
) Compression
ratio
9.0:1
Output acc. to
SAE J 1349
44 603 hp/
4 800 - 5 100 rpm
(450 kW/
4 800 - 5 100 rpm) 40
Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
41 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
42 Vehicles with 19 in rims.
43 Vehicles with 20 in rims.
44 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG (216.379)
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Engine CL 65 AMG
Maximum torque
acc.
to
SAE J 1349 738 lb-ft/
2 000 - 4 000 rpm
(1 000 Nm/
2 000 - 4 000 rpm) Maximum engine
speed
5 950 rpm
Firing order
1-12-5-8-3-10-
6-7-2-11-4-9 Poly-V-belt
2 370 mm
Electrical system CL 65 AMG
Alternator
14 V/220 A
Starter motor
12 V/1.7 kW
Battery
12 V/95 Ah
Spark plugs, type
NGK IFR 6Q-G
Spark plugs,
electrode gap
0.028 in (0.7 mm)
Spark plugs,
tightening torque
15 - 22 lb-ft
(20 - 30 Nm) Main dimensions CL 65 AMG
Overall vehicle
length
200.4 in (5
090 mm) Overall vehicle
width
45 84.2 in (2
139 mm) Overall vehicle
height
56.1 in (1
426 mm) 46 56.2 in (1
428 mm) 47 Wheelbase
116.3 in (2
955 mm) Track, front
63.0 in (1
601 mm) Track, rear
63.3 in (1
607 mm) Turning circle
38.1 ft (11.6 m) Weights CL 65 AMG
Trunk load
max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Rims and tires
Notes
! Only use

tires which have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires
approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed
to provide best possible performance in
conjunction with the driving safety systems
on your vehicle such as the ABS or the ESC.
Tires specially developed for your vehicle
and tested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz can be identified by finding the
following on the tire’s sidewall:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
equipment tires
Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that
is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
! Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental
effects, such as
R poor handling characteristics
R increased noise
R increased fuel consumption
Moreover, tires and rims not approved by
Mercedes-Benz may, under load, exhibit
dimensional variations and different tire
deformation characteristics that could
cause them to come into contact with the
vehicle body or axle parts. Damage to the
tires or the vehicle may be the result.
i Further information on tires and rims is
available at

any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. The Tire and Loading Information
45 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
46 Vehicles with 19 in rims.
47 Vehicles with 20 in rims. 486
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placard with the recommended tire
inflation pressures for cold tires is located
on the driver’s door B-pillar. Supplemental
tire inflation pressure information for
driving at high speeds or for vehicle loads
less than the maximum loaded vehicle
condition
can
be found on the tire inflation
pressure label. The tire inflation pressure
label is located on the inside of the fuel filler
flap. The tire inflation pressure should be
checked regularly and should only be
adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire
manufacturer’s maintenance
recommendation included with the vehicle.
For information on recommended tire
inflation pressure and supplemental tire
inflation pressure information for special
driving situations, see ( Y page 374).
i Please keep in mind that the vehicle must
be equipped
R with wheels of identical dimensions on
each axle (left and right)
R with tires of identical characteristics all
around, i.e. summer tires, winter tires, or
all-season tires etc.
i The following pages also list the approved
rim and tire sizes for equipping your vehicle
with winter tires. Winter tires are not
available as standard 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 rims of the
recommended size for use with these
winter tires. This depends on vehicle model
and the standard or optional factory-
equipped wheel rim/tire configuration on
your vehicle. For more information contact
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Rims and tires
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Same size tires
CL 550 4MATIC
18" wheels Rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
8.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
All-season tires
48,49,50 255/45 R18 99H M+S
Winter tires
48,49,51 255/45 R18 99V M+S
i CL 550 4MATIC (Sport Package)
CL 550 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package)
CL 600
CL 600 (Sport Package)
18" wheels Rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
8.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
Winter tires
48,49,51 255/45 R18 99V M+S
i CL 550 4MATIC
19" wheels Rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
8.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
All-season tires
48,52 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S
CL 550 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package)
19" wheels AMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
8.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
All-season tires
48 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S
CL 63 AMG
CL 63 AMG (Performance Package)
CL 65 AMG
19" wheels AMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
8.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
Winter tires
48,49,51 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S
i48
Radial-ply tires.
49 For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
50 USA only.
51 Not available as factory equipment.
52 Must not be used with snow chains. 488
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Mixed size tires
CL 600
53 18" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
8.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
All-season tires
54 255/45 R18 99H M+S
Rear axle Rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
9.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
All-season tires
54,55 275/45 R18 103H M+S
CL 600
19" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
8.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
All-season tires
54 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load)
M+S
Rear axle Rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
9.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
All-season tires
54,55 275/40 R19 101V M+S
CL 63 AMG
CL
63
AMG (Performance Package)
CL 65 AMG 20" wheels Front axle AMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
8.5 J x 20 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
Summer tires
54 255/35 ZR20 XL (Extra Load)
Rear axle AMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset
9.5 J x 20 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)
Summer tires
54,55 275/35 ZR20 XL (Extra Load)
53
USA only.
54 Radial-ply tires.
55 Must not be used with snow chains. Rims and tires
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