washer fluid MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 2016 Owners Manual

Display message ............................ 240
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 65
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 68
BAS .................................................. 66
Brake fluid (notes) ........................ .3 69
Display message ............................ 228
EBD ................................................. .7 2
Hill start assist ............................... 151
HOLD function ............................... 187
Important safety notes .................. 175
Maintenance .................................. 176
Parking brake ................................ 171
Riding tips ...................................... 175
Warning lamp ................................. 260
Breakdown
Where will I find...? ........................ 310
see Flat tire
see Tow-starting
see Towing away
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting) ................................... 31
Buttons on the steering wheel ......... 211
C
California
Important notice for retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 23
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Car wash ........................................ 302
Carpets .......................................... 308
Display ........................................... 306
Exhaust pipe .................................. 306
Exterior lights ................................ 305
Gear or selector lever .................... 307
Interior ........................................... 306
Matte finish ................................... 304
Notes ............................................. 301
Paint .............................................. 303
Plastic trim .................................... 306
Power washer ................................ 303
Rear view camera .......................... 306
Roof lining ...................................... 308 Seat belt ........................................ 308
Seat cover ..................................... 307
Sensors ......................................... 305
Steering wheel ............................... 307
Trim pieces .................................... 307
Washing by hand ........................... 302
Wheels ........................................... 304
Windows ........................................ 304
Wiper blades .................................. 305
Wooden trim .................................. 307
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 275
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 276
CD player (on-board computer) ........ 217
Center console
Lower section .................................. 36
Upper section .................................. 35
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 222
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 76
Changing bulbs
Brake lamps ................................... 123
Cornering light function ................. 123
High-beam headlamps ................... 122
Low-beam headlamps .................... 122
Rear fog lamp ................................ 123
Turn signals (front) ......................... 123
Turn signals (rear) .......................... 123
Child
Restraint system .............................. 59
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 63
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 60
On the front-passenger seat ............ 62
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 63
Top Tether ....................................... 61
Child-proof locks
Important safety no tes .................... 63
R
ear doors ....................................... 64
Children
Special seat belt retractor ............... 59
Cigarette lighter ................................ 280
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ........................... 305
Climate control
Air-conditioning system ................. 1316
Index

Seat heating problem .................... 106
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 110
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 105
Securing cargo .................................. 276
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 307
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 305
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 221
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 369
Coolant (engine) ............................ 369
Engine oil ....................................... 368
Fuel ................................................ 365
Important safety notes .................. 365
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 371
Washer fluid ................................... 370
Setting the air distribution ............... 138
Setting the airflow ............................ 138
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 223
On-board computer ....................... 221
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 224
Side impact air bag ............................. 50
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 242
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 304
Convenience closing feature ............ 90
Convenience opening feature .......... 89
Important safety information ........... 88
Opening/closing .............................. 89
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 92
Resetting ......................................... 91
Reversing feature ............................. 88
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 80
Changing the programming ............. 78
Checking the battery ....................... 79
Convenience closing feature ............ 90 Convenience opening feature .......... 89
Display message ............................ 257
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 76
Important safety notes .................... 76
KEYLESS-GO start function .............. 78
Loss ................................................. 81
Mechanical key ................................ 78
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 147
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 81
Sta rti
ng the engine ........................ 149
SmartKey positions (ignition lock) .. 147
Snow chains ...................................... 331
Sockets
Center console .............................. 281
General notes ................................ 281
Rear compartment ......................... 281
Trunk ............................................. 281
Special seat belt retractor .................. 59
Specialist workshop ............................ 25
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 221
Digital ............................................ 215
In the Instrument cluster ................. 31
Segments ...................................... 210
Selecting the display unit ............... 221
SPORT handling mode
Deactivating/activating
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ................ 70
Warning lamp ................................. 264
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 241
Switching on/off ........................... 116
Start-off assist
Activating ....................................... 189
Important safety notes .................. 189
Start/Stop button
Removing ....................................... 148
Starting the engine ........................ 150
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 149
STEER CONTROL .................................. 72
Steering
Display message ............................ 25616
Index

Type plate ...................................... 364
WWarning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 261
Brakes .......................................... .2 60
Check Engine ................................. 267
Coolant .......................................... 267
Distance warning ........................... 269
ESP ®
.............................................. 263
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 264
Fuel tank ........................................ 267
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) .................. 182
Overview .......................................... 32
PASSENGER AIR BAG ..................... .4 3
Reserv e fuel .................................. .2 67
Restraint system ............................ 266
Seat belt ........................................ 258
SPORT handling mode ................... 264
Tire pressure monitor .................... 270
Warranty .............................................. 22
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 256
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 357
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 355
Wheel chock ...................................... 352
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 351
Checking ........................................ 329
Cleaning ......................................... 304
General notes ................................ 355
Important safety notes .................. 328
Information on driving .................... 328
Interchanging/changing ................ 351
Mounting a new wheel ................... 354
Removing a wheel .......................... 354
Storing .......................................... .3 51
Tightening torque ........................... 355
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 355
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 236
Operation ......................................... 50
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 139 Windshield washer system
Adding wa sher fl uid ....................... 299
Important safety notes .................. 370
Windshield wipers
Display message ............................ 256
Problem (malfunction) ................... 128
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 125
Switching on/off ........................... 124
Winter driving
Slippery road surfaces ................... 177
Snow chains .................................. 331
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 330
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 330
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 305
Important safety notes .................. 125
Replacing (windshield) ................... 125
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 307
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
Z
ZONE function
Switching on/off ........................... 13820
Index

Problems with the windshield wipers Problem
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
The windshield wipers
are jammed. Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield
wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. X
For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the
ignition lock. X
Remove the cause of the obstruction. X
Switch the windshield wipers back on.
The windshield wipers
fail completely. The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning. X
Select another wiper speed on the combination switch. X
Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
The windshield washer
fluid from the spray
nozzles no longer hits
the center of the wind-
shield. The spray nozzles are misaligned. X
Have the spray nozzles adjusted at a qualified specialist work-
shop.128
Windshield wipers
Lights and windshield wipers

Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
G WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if
it comes into contact with hot engine compo-
nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk of
fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
X
To open: pull cap C upwards by the tab.X
Add the premixed washer fluid. X
To close: press cap C onto the filler neck
until it engages.
If the washer fluid level drops below the rec-
ommended minimum of 1 liter, a message
appears in the multifunction display prompt-
ing you to add washer fluid ( Y
page 256).
Further information on windshield washer
fluid/antifreeze ( Y
page 370).
ASSYST PLUS
Service message
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
informs you of the next service due date.
You can find information on the type of ser-
vice and service intervals in the Maintenance
Booklet. You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at
http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
i The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not show any information on the
engine oil level. Observe the notes on the
engine oil level ( Y
page 297).
The multifunction display shows a service
message for several seconds, e.g.: R
Service A in .. Days R
Service A Due R
Service A Exceeded by .. Days
Depending on the operating conditions of the
vehicle, the remaining time or distance until
the next service due date is displayed.
The letter A or B , possibly in connection with a
number or another letter, indicates the type
of service. A
stands for a minor service and B
for a major service.
You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not take into account any periods of
time during which the battery is disconnec-
ted.
Maintaining the time-dependent service
schedule: X
Note down the service due date displayed
in the multifunction display before discon-
necting the battery.
or X
After reconnecting the battery, subtract
the battery disconnection periods from the
service date shown on the display.
Hiding a service message X
Press the v or 8 button on the steer-
ing wheel.300
ASSYST PLUS
Maintenance and care

Power washers
G WARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage
to the tires or chassis components. Compo-
nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect-
edly. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced imme-
diately.
! Always maintain a distance of at least
11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the
power washer nozzle. Information about
the correct distance is available from the
equipment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around
when cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following: R
tires R
door gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc. R
electrical components R
battery R
connectors R
lights R
seals R
trim R
ventilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components
can lead to leaks or failures.
! Edition 1 special model: parts of your
vehicle are covered with a decorative foil.
Maintain a distance of at least 70 cm
between the foil-wrapped parts of the vehi-
cle and the nozzle of the high pressure
cleaner.
Information about the correct distance is
available from the equipment manufac-
turer.
Move the power washer nozzle around
when cleaning your vehicle. Cleaning the paintwork
! Do not affix: R
stickers R
films R
magnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces. You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected
by corrosion and damage caused by inade-
quate care cannot always be completely
repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. X
Remove dirt immediately, where possible,
while avoiding rubbing too hard. X
Soak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off the treated areas afterwards. X
Soak bird droppings with water and rinse
off the treated areas afterwards. X
Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin,
oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently
with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid. X
Use tar remover to remove tar stains. X
Use silicone remover to remove wax.
If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint
surface, use the paint care products recom-
mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
This is the case approximately every three to
five months, depending on the climate con-
ditions and the care product used.
If dirt has penetrated the paint surface or if
the paint has become dull, the paint cleaner
recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz should be used.
Do not use these care products in the sun or
on the hood while the hood is hot. X
Use a suitable touch-up stick, e.g. MB
Touch-Up Stick, to repair slight damage to
the paintwork quickly and provisionally. Care 303
Maintenance and care Z

! Always use a suitable coolant mixture,
even in countries where high temperatures
prevail.
Otherwise, the engine cooling system is not
sufficiently protected from corrosion and
overheating.
i Have the coolant regularly replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop and the
replacement confirmed in the Maintenance
Booklet.
Comply with the important safety precautions
for service products when handling coolant
( Y
page 365).
The coolant is a mixture of water and anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor. It performs the
following tasks: R
corrosion protection R
antifreeze protection R
raising the boiling point
If the coolant has antifreeze protection down
to -35 ‡( -37 †), the boiling point of the cool-
ant during operation is approximately 266 ‡
(130 †).
The antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor concentra-
tion in the engine cooling system should: R
be at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †) .R
no t exceed 55 % (antifreeze protection
do wn to -49 ‡ [-45 †]). Otherwise, heat
will not be dissipated as effectively.
Mercedes-Benz recommends coolant or anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor concentrate in
accordance with MB Specifications for Ser-
vice Products 310.1.
i When the vehicle is first delivered, it is fil-
led with a coolant mixture that ensures
adequate antifreeze and corrosion protec-
tion.
i The coolant is checked with every main-
tenance interval at a qualified specialist
workshop. Filling capacities Model Capacity
Mercedes ‑ AMG
vehicles Approx. 12.6 US qt
(11.9 l)
All other models
Approx. 8.2 US qt
(7.8 l)
Windshield washer system
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if
it comes into contact with hot engine compo-
nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk of
fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
! Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to
the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the
level sensor may be damaged.
! Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit
washer fluid should be mixed together. The
spray nozzles may otherwise become
blocked.
When handling washer fluid, observe the
important safety notes on service products
( Y
page 365).
At temperatures above freezing: X
Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture
of water and windshield washer fluid, e.g.
MB SummerFit.
Add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water.
At temperatures below freezing: X
Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture
of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB Winter-
Fit.
For the correct mixing ratio refer to the
information on the antifreeze reservoir.370
Service products and filling capacities
Technical data

i Add windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB
SummerFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer
fluid all year round.
Climate control system refrigerant
Important safety notes The climate control system of your vehicle is
filled with refrigerant R ‑ 134a.
The instruction label regarding the refrigerant
type used can be found on the left, on the
underside of the hood.
! Only the refrigerant R ‑ 134a and the PAG
oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be
used. The approved PAG oil may not be
mixed with any other PAG oil that is not
approved for R-134a refrigerant. Other-
wise, the climate control system may be
damaged.
Service work, such as topping up refrigerant
or replacing components, may only be carried
out by a qualified specialist workshop. All
applicable regulations must be adhered to,
SAE standard J639 included.
Always have work on the climate control sys-
tem carried out at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Refrigerant instruction label
Example: refrigerant instruction label
C
Warning symbol
D
Refrigerant filling capacity