remote start MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class 2011 C216 Owner's Manual

Fuel filler flap Opening/closing ....... 282
Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 332
Fuel tank
Filling capacity ............................... 469
Function buttons (COMAND) ............ 109
Function restrictions Video DVD mode ........................... 224
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 420
Fuses Dashboard fuse box .......................434
Engine emergency stop .................435
Fuse allocation chart .....................433
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 434
Fuse box in the rear compartment . 434
Notes ............................................. 433
G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................400
Notes ............................................. 397
Opening/closing the garage door ..400
Programming the remote control ...398
Gear indicator (on-board
computer) .......................................... 335
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 416
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 466
Genuine wood trim and trim strips
(cleaning instructions) ...................... 416
Glove box ........................................... 384
Gracenote Media Database .............. 209
H
Hands-free microphone Switching on/off ........................... 185
harman/kardon ®
Logic 7 ®
Surround Sound system ................... 126
Hazard warning lamps ...................... 248
HD Radio™ ......................................... 199
Headlamp cleaning system .............. 248
Adding washer fluid .......................408
Notes ............................................. 473
Headlamp mode (daytime driving)
see Daytime running lamps
Headlamps
Cleaning ......................................... 414
Misting up ...................................... 249
Head restraints
Adjusting (angle) .............................. 95
Adjusting (electrically) .....................95
Adjusting (rear) ................................ 95
Heating
see Climate control
High beam flasher ............................. 248
Hill start assist .................................. 270
HOLD function ................................... 303
HOLD function (display message) ... 365
Home address ................................... 162
Entering and saving .......................142
Selecting from the destination
memory ......................................... 144
Hood
Closing ........................................... 405
Display message ............................ 372
Opening ......................................... 404
Hydroplaning ..................................... 290
I
Immobilizer .......................................... 68
Incident (traffic report) ..................... 159
Indicator and warning lamps DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 381
Insect protection on the radiator .... 405
Instrument cluster Overview .......................................... 32
Submenu (on-board computer) ......341
Warning and indicator lamps ...........33
Interior lighting
Ambient light (COMAND) ...............232
Automatic control ..........................249
Interior lighting .............................. 232
Manual control ............................... 250
Reading lamp ................................. 249
Intermediate stop
Deleting ......................................... 147
Intermediate top
Entering ......................................... 146
Index11

Rear compartmentSetting the air vents ......................263
Rear fog lamp (display message) ..... 357
Rear view camera .............................. 314
Rear view camera (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 414
Rear-view mirror Dipping (automatic) .......................101
Rear window blind ............................ 389
see Rear window roller sunblind
Rear window heating
Malfunction .................................... 261
Switching on/off ........................... 261
Redials ................................................ 184
Refueling ............................................ 281
Remote control .................................. 115
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 398
Reporting
Malfunctions relevant to safety ........ 26
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 362
Warning lamp ................................. 380
Reset .................................................. 135
Residual heat Switching on/off ........................... 261
Restraint systems
see SRS
Reversing lamp (display message) .. 358
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 24
Roller sunblind Rear window .................................. 389
Rear window (COMAND) ................230
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 417
Route Calculating ..................................... 141
Estimated time of arrival ................156
Route overview .............................. 157
see Route guidance (on-board
computer)
Route calculation
Starting .......................................... 141
Route guidance .................................. 151
Cancel ........................................... 154Continue ........................................ 154
Continuing ..................................... 154
Destination reached ......................155
Lane recommendations .................153
Off-road ......................................... 158
Traffic reports ................................ 159
Route guidance (on-board
computer) .......................................... 333
Route options Setting ........................................... 137
Route overview .................................. 157
Route type Setting ........................................... 137
S
Safety Children in the vehicle .....................56
Child restraint systems ....................56
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 46
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 40
Safety notes
Audio CD/DVD and MP3 mode .....204
Operating safety ....................106, 237
Using the telephone ....................... 178
Video DVD mode ........................... 223
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
SatRadio ............................................. 200
Displaying information ...................204
Registering .................................... 201
Selecting a category ......................202
Switching to ................................... 201
SD memory card
Loading .......................................... 205
Seat
Active multicontour seat .......... 97, 240
Selecting (COMAND) .....................238
Seat belts
Automatic comfort-fit feature ..........55
Belt force limiters ............................ 55
Cleaning ......................................... 416
Correct usage .................................. 52
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 55
Fastening ......................................... 53
Important safety guidelines .............51
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MB info call button ........................394
Remote vehicle locking ..................396
Roadside Assistance button ..........393
Self-test ......................................... 392
System .......................................... 391
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............396
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 338
Calling voicemail ............................ 185
Call waiting .................................... 185
Conference connection .................. 185
Ending an active call ......................185
Entering phone numbers ................ 184
Incoming call ................................. 184
Keypad ........................................... 110
Menu (on-board computer) ............338
Number from the phone book ........ 338
Outgoing call ................................. 184
redialing ......................................... 184
Redialing ........................................ 339
Rejecting/ending a call .................338
Sending DTMF tones ...................... 187
Single call ...................................... 185
Switching hands-free microphone
on/off ............................................ 185
Toggling ......................................... 185
Telephone basic menu
Bluetooth ®
interface ...................... 183
Telephone compartment .................. 385
Telephone number Entering ......................................... 184
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 328
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 335
Outside temperature ...................... 329
Setting ........................................... 259
Setting (COMAND) .........................234
Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer ...................................... 68
Tilt/sliding sunroof
see Sliding sunroof
Time
Setting ........................................... 129
Time format
Setting ........................................... 130
Timer (on-board computer) .............. 336Time zone
Setting ........................................... 130
Tiredness assistant
see ATTENTION ASSIST
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) .....445
Checking manually ........................444
Display message ............................ 369
Maximum ....................................... 444
Notes ............................................. 442
Recommended ............................... 441
Tire pressure monitoring system
Function/notes ............................. 445
Restarting ...................................... 447
Warning lamp ................................. 381
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) .................459
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................458
Bar (definition) ............................... 458
Characteristics .............................. 457
Checking ........................................ 438
Definition of terms .........................457
Direction of rotation ......................461
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................460
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 457
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............458
Flat tire .......................................... 421
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 458
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 458
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) .........................458
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ......458
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ...........459
Labeling (overview) ........................453
Load bearing index (definition) ......460
Load index ..................................... 456
Load index (definition) ...................459
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 459
Maximum load on a tire
(definition) ..................................... 459Index19

Opening and closing manually
Opening
You can only open the trunk lid after
unlocking it first.
XPress the % button on the SmartKey.XPull handle :.
Closing
GWarning
To prevent possible personal injury, always
keep hands and fingers away from the trunk
opening when closing the trunk lid. Be
especially careful when small children are
around.
XPull the trunk lid down using recess :.XLock the vehicle if necessary with
the & button on the SmartKey or with
KEYLESS-GO (Y page 73).
Automatic opening and closing from
the outside
Important safety guidelines
GWarning
Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting
in unconsciousness and death.
! The trunk lid swings upwards when
opened. Therefore, make sure that there is
sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.
For the trunk lid to be opened fully, there must
be a minimum clearance from floor to ceiling
of 5.90 ft (1.80 m).
Opening
You can open the trunk lid with the SmartKey.
XPress and hold the F button on the
SmartKey until the trunk lid opens.
Closing
GWarning!
Monitor the closing procedure carefully to
make sure no one is in danger of being
injured. To prevent possible personal injury,
always keep hands and fingers away from the
trunk opening when closing the trunk lid. Be
especially careful when small children are
around. To stop the closing procedure, do one
of the following:
RPress button F on the SmartKey.
RPress the remote trunk opening/closing
switch (on the driver's door).
RPress the trunk closing switch.
RPress the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing
switch.
RPull the trunk lid handle.
Even with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-
GO removed from the vehicle, the remote
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trunk opening/closing switch can be
operated. Therefore, do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to
an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury.
You can close the trunk lid automatically by
using either the closing button or the locking
button4.
XTo close: press closing button : in the
trunk lid.
XTo close and lock simultaneously:
Press locking button ; in the trunk lid.
iThe trunk lid can only be locked if there is
a KEYLESS-GO key outside the vehicle.
Automatic opening and closing from
the inside
GWarning!
Maintain sight of the area around the rear of
the vehicle while operating the trunk lid with
the door mounted switch. Monitor the closing
procedure carefully to make sure no one is in
danger of being injured.
To interrupt the closing procedure, release
the door mounted remote trunk opening/
closing switch again.
Even with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-
GO removed from the vehicle, the remote
trunk opening/closing switch can be
operated. Therefore, do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to
an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury.
GWarning
Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting
in unconsciousness and death.
You can open/close the trunk lid from the
driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary.
XTo open: press remote operating switch for
trunk lid : until the trunk lid opens.
XTo close: press remote operating switch
for trunk lid : until the trunk lid is closed.
Locking the trunk separately
You can lock the trunk separately. If you then
unlock the vehicle centrally, the trunk
remains locked and cannot be opened.
XClose the trunk lid.XTake the mechanical key out of the
SmartKey (Y page 75).4For vehicles with KEYLESS-GO only.Trunk83Opening and closingZ

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC does not take
responsibility for any damage to external
devices.
Never connect more than one device at a
time. You will otherwise not be able to play
back from the external device.
:Four-pin socket for ⅛ inch stereo jack,
e.g. for MP3 players (audio and video)
;iPod® plug, to connect an iPod®=USB socket, to connect USB devices?Example of device, iPod®XConnect the external device with suitable
socket :, ; or =.
COMAND activates the device.
If you remove a device, the No device
connected message appears.
iA connected iPod® or MP3 player should
not be simultaneously operated via the
Media Interface and the remote control
(e.g. Bluetooth® remote control), as this
may produce unpredictable results.
iConnecting a fully discharged iPod® or
MP3 player can result in an extended
initialization period.
Error messages appear while the device is
being activated if:
RCOMAND does not support the device
connected.
Rtwo devices are connected.
Rthe connected device consumes too much
power.
Rthe Media Interface connection is faulty.
iWhere necessary, consult an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Switching on Media Interface mode
General notes
In extreme cases, starting up individual
functions can take up to several minutes –
this depends on the external device and its
content (e.g. video podcasts).
Only use the original programs to populate an
iPod or MP3 player. Otherwise, some or all
functions may not be available.
Option 1
XConnect an external device (Y page 216).
COMAND activates the device. The basic
display then appears if there are playable
files stored on the medium.
or
XSelect Audio in the main function bar by
sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND
controller and press W to confirm.
If you had previously selected Media
Interface mode, this will now be activated.
If another audio source is switched on, you
can now switch to Media Interface in the
audio menu.
Audio217COMANDZ

You are prompted to confirm route guidance
to the entered address.XUsing the COMAND controller XVY (slide)
and cVd (turn) to select Yes and confirm
by pressing W.
The system calculates the route and
subsequently starts the route guidance with
the address entered.
i If you select No, the address can be stored
in the address book.
i The Destination Download function is
available if the corresponding cellular
phone network is available and data
transfer is possible.
Search & Send
"Search & Send" is a destination entry
service. You can find further information on
"Search & Send" in the separate COMAND
operating instructions.
Vehicle remote opening
If you have unintentionally locked your
vehicle (e.g. the SmartKey is inside the
vehicle) and a replacement key is not
available:
XContact the following service hotlines:
R USA: Response Center under the
number 1-888-990-9007
R Canada: Customer Service under
1-888-923-8367
You will be asked for your password.XReturn to your vehicle at the time arranged
with the Response Center.XPull the trunk handle for at least 20
seconds until the indicator lamp in the SOS
button ( Y page 392) flashes.
The Connecting Call message appears in
the multifunction display.
Alternatively, the vehicle can also be opened
via the Internet in the "Owners Online"
section using your ID number and
password 25
.
i Vehicle remote unlocking is only possible
if the corresponding cellular phone
network is accessible.
The SOS button flashes and the
Connecting Call message appears in the
multifunction display to confirm that the
command for vehicle remote unlocking has
been received.
If you pull the trunk handle for more than
20 seconds before receiving authorization
for remote unlocking, you must wait 15
minutes before you can pull on the handle
of the trunk lid again.
Remote vehicle locking in an
emergency
If you forget to lock your vehicle but are no
longer in the vicinity of the vehicle, it can be
locked for you by the Response Center.
The vehicle can be locked remotely up to four
days after the ignition was last switched off.
XContact the following service hotlines:
R USA: Response Center under
866-990-9007
R Canada: Customer Service under
1-888-923-8367
You will be asked for your PIN.
The next time you are in your vehicle and
switch on the ignition, the Tele Aid Doors
Locked Remotely message appears in the
multifunction display.
i The vehicle remote locking feature is
available when the relevant mobile phone
network is available and data connection is
possible.
Automatic service call
Your vehicle comes with a function which
improves the servicing of the vehicle
considerably. Shortly before the service due
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1. The device must not cause harmful
interference.
2. The device must withstand any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Unauthorized modification of this device
could void the device's operating permit.
iCanada only:
This device complies with the RSS-210
requirements of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. The device must not cause harmful
interference.
2. The device must withstand any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Unauthorized modification of this device
could void the user's authority to legally
operate the device.
Programming the remote control
Programming
GWarning!
Only press the transmitter button on the
integrated remote control if there are no
persons or objects present within the sweep
of the garage door. People could otherwise be
injured by the movement of the door.
Remote control in the rear-view mirror
Garage door remote control A is not part of
the garage door opener.
iTo achieve the best result, insert new
batteries in garage door remote control
A of your garage door drive before
programming.
XErase the memory of the integrated remote
control (Y page 400) before programming
it for the first time.
XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.
XPress and hold one of transmitter
buttons ; to ? on the integrated remote
control.
After a short time, indicator lamp : will
start flashing. It flashes about once per
second.
iIndicator lamp : flashes immediately
the first time that the transmitter button is
programmed. If this transmitter button has
already been programmed, indicator
lamp : will only start flashing at a rate of
once per second after 20 seconds have
elapsed.
XKeep the transmitter button depressed.XPoint transmitter button B of garage door
remote control A towards the transmitter
buttons on the rear-view mirror at a
distance of 2 to 12 inches (5 to 20 cm).
iThe distance between garage door
remote control A and the integrated
garage door opener depends on the system
of the garage door drive. You might require
several attempts. You should test every
position for at least 20 seconds before
trying another position.
XKeep transmitter button B on garage door
remote control A pressed until indicator
lamp : starts to flash rapidly.
The programming has been successful if
indicator lamp : flashes rapidly.
XRelease transmitter buttons ;, = or ?
on the integrated remote control and
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