engine MERCEDES-BENZ CL COUPE 2009 Owners Manual

Fitting the towing eye
Opening the covers The mountings for the removable towing eyes
are located in the bumpers. They are located
at the front and rear behind covers. X
Press cover :inwards on the marking in
the direction of the arrow.
X Take cover :off the opening.
Securing the towing eye X
Take the towing eye and the wheel wrench
from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 315).
X Screw in the towing eye clockwise to the
stop.
X Insert the wheel wrench handle into the
towing eye and tighten it. Towing the vehicle
! You may tow the vehicle for a maximum
of 50 km. A towing speed of 50 km/h must
not be exceeded.
For towing distances over 50 km, the entire
vehicle must be lifted up and transported. !
Vehicles with 4MATIC* may not be towed
with the front or rear axle raised.
! The engine must be switched off (key in
ignition lock in position 0or position 1) if
the vehicle is being towed with the front
axle raised or if the parking brake is being
tested on a dynamometer. Otherwise,
intervention by ESP ®
could damage the
brake system.
X Turn the key to position 2(Y page 182) in
the ignition lock.
i On vehicles with KEYLESS GO*: use the
key instead of the start-stop button.
X Move the DIRECT SELECT lever to the N
position. Removing the towing eye
X Take the wheel wrench from the vehicle
tool kit (Y page 315).
X Insert the wheel wrench handle into the
towing eye and turn it anti-clockwise.
X Unscrew the towing eye.
X Replace the cover and press it until it
engages.
X Return the towing eye and the wheel
wrench to the vehicle tool kit. Transporting the vehicle
The towing eyes or trailer coupling *can be
used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or trans-
porter if you wish to transport it.
! Only secure the vehicle by the wheels or
wheel rims, not by parts of the vehicle such
as axle or steering components. Otherwise,
the vehicle could be damaged. 388
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Fuses
Notes on changing fuses
The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down
faulty circuits. If a fuse blows, all the compo-
nents on the circuit and their functions will
fail.
Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of
the same rating, which you can recognise by
the colour and value. The fuse ratings are lis-
ted in the fuse allocation chart. A Mercedes-
Benz Service Centre will be happy to advise
you. G
Risk of fire
Only use fuses that have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the
required fuse rating for the systems con-
cerned. Do not attempt to repair or bridge
faulty fuses. A circuit overload could other-
wise cause a fire. Have the cause traced and
rectified at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the
cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
! Only use fuses that have been approved
for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which
have the correct fuse rating for the system
concerned. Otherwise, components or sys-
tems could be damaged.
! Turn off the internal on-board electrical
system of the vehicle if you are carrying out
work on the fuses. Further information can
be found in the index under "Disconnecting
the battery".
The fuses are located in various fuse boxes:
R fuse boxes on the right-hand and left-hand
sides of the dashboard
R fuse box in the engine compartment on the
left-hand side of the vehicle R
fuse box in the engine compartment on the
right-hand side of the vehicle
R fuse box in the rear
Fuse allocation chart The fuse allocation chart is located with the
vehicle tool kit in the stowage well under the
boot floor (Y
page 280). Before changing a fuse
X Park the vehicle.
X Switch off all electrical consumers.
X Remove the key from the ignition lock. Dashboard fuse boxes
There is a fuse box located on both the driv-
er's side and the front-passenger side.
! Do not use a pointed object, such as a
screwdriver, to open the fuse box in the
cockpit. You could otherwise damage the
dashboard. Driver's side illustrated
X
To open: open the driver's door or front-
passenger door.
X Press in cover :with the palm of your
hand ;.
Cover :is raised at the top. Fuses
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X
Pull cover :out at the top =and the
side ?.
X To close: fold in cover :until it engages. Fuse box in the engine compartment
There is a fuse box on both the left-hand and
right-hand side of the engine compartment.
Fuse box located on the left in the direc-
tion of travel To open
X
Open the bonnet (Y page 292). Example: vehicle with a diesel engine
X
Loosen screws :with a suitable Allen key.
X Vehicles with a diesel engine: remove
bracket =and the control unit.
X All vehicles: remove cover ;and place to
one side.
To close
X Put cover ;back in position.
X Vehicles with a diesel engine: put
bracket =and the control unit back in
position.
X All vehicles: tighten screws :with a suit-
able Allen key.
X Close the bonnet (Y page 293). !
The cover must be fitted properly; other-
wise, moisture or dirt could affect the oper-
ation of the fuses.
Fuse box on the right in the direction of
travel X
To open: open the bonnet (Y page 292). X
Lift cover ;on lower edge :.
The retaining lugs are loosened.
X Remove cover ;upwards.
X To close: put cover;back in position.
X Press down cover ;with your hand until
all four retaining lugs engage.
X Close the bonnet (Y page 293).
! The cover must be fitted properly; other-
wise, moisture or dirt could affect the oper-
ation of the fuses. Fuse box in the rear compartment
The fuse box is behind the armrest in the rear. 390
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Notes on the technical data
i The technical data was determined in
accordance with EU directives. All data
applies to the vehicle's standard equip-
ment. Therefore, the data may differ for
vehicles with optional equipment. You can
obtain further information from a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
You can find technical data on the Internet at:
www.mercedes-benz.com Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and con-
version parts and accessories which have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to evaluate other parts. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles, even if they have been independently or
officially approved.
In Germany and some other countries, certain
parts are only officially approved for installa-
tion or modification if they comply with legal
requirements. All genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts meet this requirement. The use of non-
approved parts may invalidate the vehicle's
general operating permit. This is the case if:
R they cause a change of the vehicle type
from that for which the vehicle's general
operating permit was granted
R other road users could be endangered
R the emission or noise levels are adversely
affected
The use of non-approved parts could affect
your vehicle's operating safety. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz recommends genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts and conversion parts
and accessories that have been approved for
your vehicle. H
Environmental note
Daimler also supplies reconditioned assem-
blies and parts which are of the same quality
as new parts. For these, the same warranty
applies as for new parts.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and approved
conversion parts and accessories are availa-
ble from Mercedes-Benz Service Centres.
There, you can also receive advice about tech-
nical modifications and have the parts pro-
fessionally fitted.
Always quote the vehicle identification num-
ber and the engine number when ordering
genuine parts. You will find these numbers on
your vehicle's identification plates, for exam-
ple (Y page 396). Vehicle electronics
Tampering with the engine electron-
ics
G
Risk of accident
Only have work on the engine electronics and
related components carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. Otherwise, the vehicle’s
roadworthiness could be affected.
! Only have maintenance work on the
engine electronics and its associated parts,
such as control units, sensors and connec-
tor leads, performed at a qualified special-
ist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre. Otherwise, vehicle components
may wear more quickly and your vehicle's
warranty and operating permit may be inva-
lidated. 394
Vehicle electronicsTechni
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approved wavebands, maximum output
and aerial positions on the vehicle.
Vehicle identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) and
paint code number
The vehicle identification plate is located on
the side of the door frame on the right-hand
side. X
Open the right-hand door.
You will see vehicle identification plate :.Vehicle identification plate illustration
:
Vehicle identification plate
; Vehicle manufacturer
= EU type approval number
? Vehicle identification number (VIN)
A Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight
B Maximum permissible front axle load C
Maximum permissible rear axle load
D Paint code Vehicle identification number (VIN)
In addition to the information on the vehicle
identification plate, the vehicle identification
number (VIN) is located in the rear behind the
armrest. X
Fold down the armrest in the rear.
Vehicle identification number (VIN) 1is
under a cover in the armrest. Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the crank-
case. More information can be obtained from
any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Service products and capacities
Service products are:
R fuels
R lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R coolant
R brake fluid
R windscreen washer fluid
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only
use those products which have been tested
and specially approved by Mercedes-Benz for
your vehicle and which are listed in the 396
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Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the rele-
vant section since:
R parts and service products are matched.
R damage caused by the use of non-approved
service products is not covered by the war-
ranty.
You can recognise service products approved
by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscrip-
tion on the containers:
R MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
R MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51)
Other designations or recommendations that
relate to a level of quality or a specification in
accordance with an MB Sheet number (such
as MB 229.5) have not necessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. G
Risk of injury
When handling, storing and disposing of any
service products, please observe the relevant
regulations, as you could otherwise endanger
yourself and others.
Keep service products away from children.
To protect your health, do not allow service
products to come into contact with your eyes
or open wounds. See a doctor immediately if
any service product is swallowed. H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally-responsible manner. Fuel
G
Risk of explosion
Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames
and smoking are therefore prohibited when
handling fuels.
Before refuelling, turn off the engine and the
auxiliary heating*. G
Risk of injury
Do not allow fuel to come into contact with
skin or clothing.
Allowing fuels to come into direct contact with
your skin or inhaling fuel vapours is damaging
to your health.
Tank capacity Total capacity 90 l
Reserve fuel in
vehicles other
than AMG Approximately 11 l
Reserve fuel in
AMG vehicles Approximately 14 l
!
Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a
diesel engine. Do not use diesel to refuel
vehicles with a petrol engine. Never mix
diesel with petrol. Even small amounts of
the wrong fuel result in damage to the
injection system. Damage resulting from
adding the wrong fuel is not covered by the
implied warranty.
Further information on refuelling and on
fuels (Y page 290)
Notes on fuel consumption The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in
the following situations:
R
at very low temperatures
R in urban traffic
R on short trips
R in mountainous terrain
i Only for certain countries: the respective
current consumption and emission values
of your vehicle can be found in the COC
papers (EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORM-
ITY). These documents are supplied when
the vehicle is delivered. Service products and capacities
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!
Do not use any special additives, as they
can cause malfunctions and engine dam-
age. Damage resulting from the use of such
additives is not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz implied warranty. H
Environmental note
CO 2(carbon dioxide) is the gas which scien-
tists believe to be principally responsible for
global warming (the greenhouse effect). Your
vehicle's CO 2emissions are directly related to
fuel consumption and therefore depend on:
R efficient use of the fuel by the engine
R driving style
R other non-technical factors, such as envi-
ronmental influences or road conditions
You can minimise your vehicle's CO 2emis-
sions by driving carefully and having it serv-
iced regularly. Engine oil
Only Mercedes-Benz approved engine oils
may be used in Mercedes-Benz engines.
A list of the engine oils tested and approved
in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Spec-
ifications for Service Products can be called
up by visiting http://bevo.daimler.com and
entering the MB Sheet number. Further infor-
mation on tested and approved engine oils
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre. Engine oils which have been
approved by Mercedes-Benz have the MB
Sheet number indicated on the oil container
under the "MB approval" notice. The table
shows which MB Sheet number applies to
which engine: CL 500
CL 500 4MATIC CL 600
CL 63 AMG 41
CL 65 AMG 41 MB Sheet number
229.3, 229.5 mm 229.5
i
In the event that the:
R engine oil brand
R grade (MB Sheet number)
R SAE classification (viscosity)
is not available, you can use another min-
eral or synthetic engine oil which has been
approved by Mercedes-Benz. You must
then have an oil change carried out at the
earliest possible opportunity.
Mixing oils reduces the benefits of high-
grade engine oil.
! Do not use lubricant additives, as they can
lead to increased wear and damage to
mechanical assemblies. The use of lubri- cant additives will result in a restriction of
your warranty. Engine oil viscosity
Viscosity describes the flow characteristics
of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity,
this means that it is thick; a low viscosity
means that it is thin.
Select the SAE classification (viscosity) of the
engine oil according to the outside tempera-
ture. The following table shows you the vis-
cosity classes to be used depending on the
average air temperature.
41 Restriction: only SAE 0W-40 engine oils may be used. 398
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Capacities
The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter. Vehicle
type Replace-
ment
amount
with oil fil- ter Replace-
ment
amount
with oil fil-
ter, includ- ing exter- nal oilcooler CL 500
CL 500
4MATIC 8.5 l —
CL 63
AMG
42 8.75 l 9.35 l
CL 600
CL 65 AMG 9.0 l —
Coolant
The coolant is a mixture of water and anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor. It performs the
following tasks:
R anti-corrosion protection
R antifreeze protection
R raising the boiling point i
When the vehicle is first delivered, it is
topped up with a coolant that will ensure
adequate antifreeze and corrosion protec-
tion.
! Only top up with coolant that has been
premixed with the desired antifreeze pro-
tection. You could otherwise damage the
engine.
Further information on coolants and on fill-
ing can be found in the Mercedes-Benz
Specifications for Service Products, Sheet
310.1, or at any Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre.
! Always use a suitable coolant mixture,
even in countries where high temperatures
prevail.
Otherwise, the cooling system will not be
sufficiently protected from corrosion, and
the boiling point will be too low.
If antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor is present in
the correct concentration, the boiling point of
the coolant will be around 130 †.
The antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor concentra-
tion in the cooling system should:
R be at least 50%. This will protect the cooling
system against freezing down to around
-37 †.
R not exceed 55% (antifreeze protection
down to -45 †); otherwise, heat will not be
effectively dissipated.
If the vehicle has lost coolant, top it up with
equal amounts of water and antifreeze/cor-
rosion inhibitor. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends an antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor
which has been approved for Mercedes-Benz.
! The cooling system contains a supply
which must be renewed after 15 years, or
after 250, 000 km at the latest.
The warranty is only valid if you top up with
an antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor which
has been approved by Mercedes-Benz and
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if the recommended mixture ratio is
observed.
Brake fluid
Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs
moisture from the air; this lowers its boiling
point. G
Risk of accident
If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low,
vapour pockets may form in the brake system
when the brakes are applied hard (e.g. when
driving downhill). This would impair braking
efficiency.
Have the brake fluid renewed every two years
with a brake fluid that has been approved by
Mercedes-Benz and have this confirmed in
the Service Booklet.
i There is usually a notice in the engine
compartment to remind you when the next
brake fluid change is due. Vehicle data, CL 500
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
(ECE)
5065 mm
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
2139 mm
Vehicle height
1418 mm
Wheelbase
2955 mm Vehicle weights
Unladen weight (in
accordance with
EC directive)
1995 kg
The unladen weight includes the driver
(68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment
increase the unladen weight and reduce the
maximum payload.
Maximum luggage
compartment load
100 kg
You will find weight information specific to
the vehicle on the vehicle identification
plate (Y page 396). Vehicle data, CL 500 4MATIC
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
(ECE)
5065 mm
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors 2139 mm
Vehicle height
1418 mm
Wheelbase
2955 mm400
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Mixed tyres
CL 500 / CL 600
19" FA Summer tyres
255/40 R19 100Y XL
Summer tyres
255/40 ZR19 XL
Light-alloy wheels
8.5J x 19 H2 ET 43
RA
Summer tyres
47 275/40 R19 101Y
Summer tyres
47 275/40 ZR19 XL
Light-alloy wheels
9.5J x 19 H2 ET 43
20" FA Summer tyres
255/35 ZR20 XL
Light-alloy wheels
8.5J x 20 H2 ET 43
RA
Summer tyres
47 275/35 ZR20 XL
Light-alloy wheels
9.5J x 20 H2 ET 43
Spare wheel*
Your vehicle may be equipped with TIREFIT, a "Minispare" emergency spare wheel* or a spare
wheel*, depending on the country, the engine and the wheels fitted.
! The spare wheel* must be inflated to the maximum tyre pressure given in the table on
the inside of the fuel filler flap.
i Vehicles with MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat characteristics) are not equipped with
a TIREFIT kit at the factory. "Minispare" emergency spare wheel*
48 All models
Tyres
T 155/70 R19 113 M
Tyre pressure
4.2 bar
Steel wheel
4,5B x 19 H2 ET 35
47
Snow chains not permitted.
48 Snow chains not permitted. Tyres and wheels
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