airbag off MERCEDES-BENZ CLK CABRIOLET 2000 A208 Owner's Manual

Malfunction and indicator lamps in the
center console 221Practical hintsJump starting 263
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 221 First aid kit 238 Towing the vehicle 265
Roll bar warning lamp 221 Shelf below rear window 238 Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking 268
Malfunction and warning messages in
the multifunction display 222Stowing things in the vehicle 238 Bulbs 269
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine
control unit) 223Luggage cover 238 Adjusting headlamp aim 274
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several
systems) 223Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage
compartment 240Changing batteries in the
electronic main key 277
BATTERY/ALTERNATOR 224 Vehicle jack 241 Raising soft top manually 280
ABS-SYSTEM 225 Fuses 242 Antenna 287
BRAKE ASSIST 225 Hood 244 Manual release for fuel filler
BRAKE LINING WEAR 226 Checking engine oil level 246 flap 287
BRAKE FLUID 226 Automatic transmission fluid level 247 Trunk lamp 288
PARKING BRAKE 227 Coolant level 247 Replacing wiper blade insert 288
ENGINE FAN 227 Adding coolant 248
COOLANT (coolant level) 228
Windshield washer / headlamp clean.system
249
Vehicle care
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant
temperature) 229Windshield and headlamp washer fluid
mixing ratio 249Cleaning and care of the vehicle 292
LIGHTING SYSTEM 230 Wheels 250 Engine cleaning 293
LIGHT SENSOR 231 Tire replacement 250 Vehicle washing 293
STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. 231 Rotating wheels 251 Power washer 293
OIL TEMP. 232 Spare wheel 252 Plastic and rubber parts 293
ENGINE OIL LEVEL 232 Changing wheels 254 Tar stains 294
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic
stability program) 234Tire inflation pressure 259 Window cleaning 294
WASHER FLUID 235 Battery 261
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Instruments and controls
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Center console1Soft top switch, see page158
2ESP control switch, see page209
3Program mode selector switch, see page190
4Left power window switch (front), see page143
5Right power window switch (front), see page143
6Left power window switch (rear), see page143
7Trunk lid release switch, see page 41
8Mirror adjustment switch, see page76
9Right power window switch (rear), see page143
10Airbag Off indicator lamp, see page 221
ESP
P68.10-2191-2710
12
3
6
7
8
9
5
4
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Restraint systems
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Caution!
For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the seat or backrest
into positions which could affect the correct seat belt
position.
Warning!
USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY.• Seat belts can only work when used properly.
Never wear seat belts in any other way than as
described in this section, as that could result
in serious injuries in case of an accident.• Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all
times, because seat belts help reduce the
likelihood of and potential severity of injuries
in accidents, including rollovers. The
integrated restraint system includes “SRS”
(driver airbag, front passenger airbag, door
mounted side impact airbags), “ETR” (seat belt
emergency tensioning retractors), and front
seat knee bolsters. The system is designed to
enhance the protection offered to properly
belted occupants in certain frontal (front
airbags) and side (side impact airbags) impacts
which exceed preset deployment thresholds.
• Never wear belts over rigid or breakable
objects in or on your clothing, such as
eyeglasses, pens, keys etc., as these might
cause injuries.• Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm,
against your neck or off your shoulder. In a
crash, your body would move too far forward.
That would increase the chance of head and
neck injuries. The belt would also apply too
much force to the ribs or abdomen, which
could severely injure internal organs such as
your liver or spleen.• Position the lap belt as low as possible on your
hips and not across the abdomen. If the belt is
positioned across your abdomen, it could cause
serious injuries in a crash.• Each seat belt should never be used for more
than one person at a time. Do not fasten a seat
belt around a person and another person or
other objects.• Belts should not be worn twisted. In a crash,
you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to
manage impact forces. The twisted belt against
your body could cause injuries.
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Instrument cluster
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
High beam
ABS malfunction, see page 219
Brake fluid low (except Canada),
Parking brake engaged, see page 226
Brake fluid low (Canada only),
Parking brake engaged, see page 226
BAS malfunction, see page 204
ESP malfunction, see page 208
ESP. Adjust driving to road condition,
see page208
Fasten seat belts, see page58Telescoping steering column not locked,
see page220
SRS malfunction, see page 218
If the “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction
indicator lamp comes on when the engine is
running, it indicates a malfunction of the
fuel management system, emission control
system, systems which impact emissions, or
the fuel cap is not closed tight. In all cases,
we recommend that you have the
malfunction checked as soon as possible,
see page 218.
Function indicator lamp on the center console
Front passenger airbag automatically
switched off, see page 63.
ABSBRAKEBAS
ESP
SRSCHECK
ENGINE
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Tele Aid
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index In the event of an ETR or airbag deployment, if the
system cannot connect to the Emergency Response
Center, it will attempt to contact 9-1-1. Close the
cover (1) after the emergency call is concluded.
Wa r n i n g !
If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the
vehicle (e.g. smoke or fire in the vehicle, vehicle in
a dangerous road location), please do not wait for
voice contact after you have pressed the emergency
button. Carefully leave the vehicle and move to a
safe location. The Response Center will
automatically contact local emergency officials
with the vehicle’s approximate location
Roadside Assistance button •
Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside
Assistance button•. Pressing and holding the
button (for longer than 2 seconds) will initiate a call to a
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher. The
button will flash while the call is in progress. The
message “ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE – CONNECTING
CALL” will appear in the multifunction display. When the connection is established, the message “ROADSIDE
ASSISTANCE – CALL CONNECTED” appears in the
multifunction display. The Tele Aid system will transmit
data generating the vehicle identification number,
model, color and location (subject to availability of
cellular and GPS signals).
A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance
dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be
established. The nature of the need for assistance
can then be described.
.
For services such as labor and/or towing charges
may apply.Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual
for moreinformation. Sign and Drive services: Services such as jump start,
a few gallons of fuel or the replacement of a f lat tire
with the vehicle spare tire are obtainable
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Instrument cluster display
Malfunction and warning messages in the
multifunction display 222
Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 216 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) 223
On-board diagnostic system DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) 223
Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 216 BATTERY/ALTERNATOR 224
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp 218 ABS-SYSTEM 225
Fuel reserve and fuel cap BRAKE ASSIST 225
placement warning 218 BRAKE LINING WEAR 226
Electronic stability program(ESP) — warning lamp 219 BRAKE FLUID 226
BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp
219 PARKING BRAKE 227
ABS malfunction indicator lamp
219 ENGINE FAN 227
Telescoping steering column – indicator lamp 220 COOLANT (coolant level) 228
Seat belt warning lamp 220 COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) 229
Malfunction and indicator lamps in the center console 221 LIGHTING SYSTEM 230
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 221 LIGHT SENSOR 231
Roll bar warning lamp 221 STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. 231
OIL TEMP. 232
ENGINE OIL LEVEL 232
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability
program) 234
WASHER FLUID 235
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Malfunction and indicator lamps
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Malfunction and indicator lamps in the
center console
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp
The 7 indicator lamp will light up for approx.
6 seconds when you turn the electronic key in steering
lock to position 1 or 2.
The 7 indicator lamp stays lit as long as a
BabySmart
TM compatible child seat is properly installed
on the front passenger seat. It indicates that the front
passenger airbag is switched off.
See page63 for BabySmart
TM deactivation system.
BabySmart
TM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp.
Roll bar warning lamp
The roll bar warning lamp is located in the roll bar
switch in the center console. Roll bar switch see
page 52.
With the electronic key in steering lock position 2, the
roll bar warning lamp comes on and should go out with
the engine running.
With the engine running and the roll bar lowered, the
warning lamp in the roll bar switch will blink for
approx. 15 seconds. The blinking is reminding you to
raise the roll bar if the rear passenger seats are
occupied.
Note:
Have the roll bar system checked at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.Wa r n i n g !
If the warning lamp does not go out after starting
the engine, or if it comes on while driving, then the
roll bar system is not operating properly and may
not activate in an accident. In this case, raise the
roll bar manually (see page51) before continuing
to drive.
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IndexABS (Antilock brake system). . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. 206 ABS-SYSTEM - malfunction and
warning m essa ges . . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . 225
Adjusting headlamp aim ..........................................274 Adjusting telescoping steering column ....................... 74 Air conditioner refrigerant ......................................309 Airbag OFF indicator lamp .......................................221 Airbags .................................................................... 65 Antenna
Removal..............................................................287
Antilock brake system (ABS). . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. 206
Malfunction indicator lamp ...................................219
Antitheft alarm system.............................................. 42 Aquaplaning............................................................196 Ashtray
Center console, front............................................150
Audio system
Anti-theft system ................................................127 Button and soft key operation ..............................128
C a s s e t t e m od e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 C D ch a n ger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 CD mode .............................................................136 Operating and display elements ........................... 126 Operating safety ................................................. 125 Oper at i on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Oper a t i on Audi o an d t el eph on e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 R a d i o m o d e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 T e l e p h on e op e r a t i on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Audio systems .......................................................... 91
Cassette player ..................................................... 93 CD player ............................................................. 92 Radio.................................................................... 91
A u t o m a t i c c l i m a t e c o n t r o l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Air distribution .................................................. 122 A i r r e c i r c u l a t i on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 A i r vol um e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Basic setting ...................................................... 120 Defogging windows .............................................121 D e f r o s t i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Display and controls ............................................ 120 Dust filter ........................................................... 124 E c on om y . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
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