recommended oil MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class 2015 C117 Owner's Manual

Transmission oil (on-board com-
puter, AMG vehicles) ..................... 214
Through-loading feature ...................265
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 214
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 326
Checking manually ........................ 325
Display message ............................ 239
Important safety notes .................. 326
Maximum ....................................... 324
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 304
Notes ............................................. 323
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 304
Recommended ............................... 322
Tire pressure loss warning system
General notes ................................ 325
Important safety notes .................. 325
Restarting ...................................... 326
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 328
Function/notes ............................ .326
General notes ................................ 326
Important safety notes .................. 326
Radio type approval for the tire
pressure monitor ........................... 329
Restarting ...................................... 328
Warning lamp ................................. 259
Warning message .......................... 328
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 302
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 340
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 339
Bar (definition) ............................... 338
Changing a wheel .......................... 341
Characteristics .............................. 338
Checking ........................................ 319
Curb weight (definition) ................. 340
Definition of terms ......................... 338
Direction of rotatio n...................... 341
Display message ............................ 239
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 341
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 339
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 338 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 339
General notes ................................ 345
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 339
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- ing) (definition) .............................. 339
Important safety notes .................. 318
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 339
Information on driving .................... 318
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 339
Labeling (overview) ........................ 335
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 340
Load index ..................................... 337
Load index (definition) ................... 339
M+S tires ....................................... 320
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 340
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 339
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 340
Maximum tire load ......................... 337
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 340
MOExtended tire s.......................... 320
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 340
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 340
Replacing ....................................... 341
Service life ..................................... 320
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 340
Speed rating (definition) ................ 339
Storing ........................................... 341
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 338
Summer tires ................................. 320
Temperature .................................. 334
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 340
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 340
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 340
Tire pressures (recommended )...... 339
Tire size (data )............................... 345
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 335
Tire tread ....................................... 319 Index
17

X
Use plenty of water and rinse out the
sponge frequently.
X Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
X Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the
paintwork.
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as
soon as possible when driving in winter.
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 power washer.
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. Care
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X
Before cleaning the display, make sure that
it is switched off and has cooled down.
X Clean the display surface using a commer-
cially available microfiber cloth and
TFT/LCD display cleaner.
X Dry the display surface using a dry micro-
fiber cloth.
Cleaning the plastic trim G
WARNING
Care products and cleaning agents containing solvents cause surfaces in the cockpit to
become porous. As a result, plastic parts may
come loose in the event of air bag deploy-
ment. There is a risk of injury.
Do not use any care products and cleaning
agents to clean the cockpit.
! Do not affix the following to plastic surfa-
ces:
R stickers
R films
R scented oil bottles or similar items
You can otherwise damage the plastic.
! Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent
or sunscreen to come into contact with the
plastic trim. This maintains the high-quality look of the surfaces.
X Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free
cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
X Heavy soiling: use care and cleaning prod-
ucts recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
The surface may change color temporarily.
Wait until the surface is dry again.
Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or selector lever X
Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use
leather care agents that have been recom-
mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-
ments !
Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents
such as tar remover, wheel cleaners, pol-
ishes or waxes. There is otherwise a risk of
damaging the surface.
! Do not use chrome polish on trim pieces.
The trim pieces have a chrome look but are mostly made of anodized aluminum and
can lose their shine if chrome polish is
used. Use a damp, lint-free cloth instead
when cleaning the trim pieces.
If the chrome-plated trim pieces are very
dirty, you can use a chrome polish. If you
are unsure as to whether the trim pieces
are chrome-plated or not, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
X Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with
a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber
cloth.
X Heavy soiling: use care and cleaning prod-
ucts recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the seat covers General notes
! Do not use microfiber cloths to clean gen-
uine leather, artificial leather or DINAMICA
covers. If used often, these can damage the cover.
Note that regular care is essential to ensure
that the appearance and comfort of the cov-
ers is retained over time. Care
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
X
Slide the right-hand front seat to its rear-
most position.
X Fold floor covering :upwards.
You will see VIN ;.
The VIN can also be found on the vehicle
identification plate (Y page 352).
The VIN can also be found at the lower edge of
the windshield (Y page 353). Engine number
:
Emission control information plate,
including the certification of both federal
and Californian emissions standards
; VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield)
= Engine number (stamped into the crank-
case) Service products and filling capaci-
ties
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Service products may be poisonous and haz-
ardous to health. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with instructions on the use, storage
and disposal of service products on the labels of the respective original containers. Always
store service products sealed in their original containers. Always keep service products out
of the reach of children. H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
Service products include the following:
R Fuels
R Lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R Coolant
R Brake fluid
R Windshield washer fluid
R Climate control system refrigerant
Components and service products must be
matched. Only use products recommended
by Mercedes-Benz. Damage which is caused
by the use of products which have not been
recommended is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill ges-
tures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz
Operator's Manual in the appropriate section.
Information on tested and approved products can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center or on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
You can recognize 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 indi- cate a level of quality or a specification in Service products and filling capacities
353Technical data Z

can deteriorate significantly, e.g. as a result
of aging, soot and fuel deposits. It is therefore
strongly recommended that you carry out reg- ular oil changes using an approved engine oil
with the appropriate SAE classification. Brake fluid
G
WARNING
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the brake system when the brakes are applied
hard. This would impair braking efficiency.
There is a risk of an accident.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at
the specified intervals.
When handling brake fluid, observe the
important safety notes on service products
(Y page 353).
The brake fluid change intervals can be found
in the Maintenance Booklet.
Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-
Benz according to MB Approval 331.0.
Information about approved brake fluid can
be obtained at any qualified specialist work-
shop or on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m.
i Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at
a qualified specialist workshop and the
replacement confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet. Coolant
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Let the engine cool down before you add anti-
freeze. Make sure that antifreeze is not spilled next to the filler neck. Thoroughly clean the
antifreeze from components before starting
the engine.
! Only add coolant that has been premixed
with the desired antifreeze protection. You
could otherwise damage the engine.
Further information on coolants can be
found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g.
on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Or con-
tact a qualified specialist workshop.
! 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 353).
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 not exceed 55% (antifreeze protection
down to -49 ‡ [-45 †]). Otherwise, heat
will not be dissipated as effectively. Service products and filling capacities
357Technical data Z