warning MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-CLASS 2001 Workshop Manual
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243 Malfunction and warning messages
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index WA S H E R F L U I DWhen this message appears while the engine is
running, the level of the reservoir has dropped to
approx.
1/3 of the total volume. The reservoir should be
refilled with the prescribed mixture of MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate “S” and water or the Concentrate
and commercially available premixed windshield
washer solvent/antifreeze, depending on ambient
temperature, at the next opportunity. The reservoir for
the windshield and headlamp washer systems is located
in the engine compartment.
See windshield washer system on page 254 for
instructions on adding washer fluid.
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WASHER FLUID CHECK LEVEL!
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244 Malfunction and warning messages
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TELE AID
1 When this message appears, a malfunction has been detected in
the Tele Aid system. In some cases it may not be possible to initiate
an Emergency, Roadside Assistance or Information call.
See page 178 for notes on the Tele Aid.If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, have the
system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as
soon as possible.Line 1 Line 2
TELE AID VISIT WORKSHOP!
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251 Engine compartment
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1Oil dipstick
2Oil filler cap
To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level
ground, with engine at normal operational temperature.
Check engine oil level approximately 5 minutes after
stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to return to the
oil pan.Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil
level. Fully insert dipstick in tube, and remove after
three seconds to obtain accurate reading.
Oil level must be between the
lower (min) and upper (max) mark of
the dipstick.
Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking
level is approximately 2.1 US qt (2.0 l).
Do not overfill the engine.
Excessive oil must be drained
or siphoned. It could cause damage to engine and
catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
See malfunction and warning messages on page 231 if
an engine oil level display appears on the multifunction
display when the engine is running.
Note:
See page 112 for engine oil level indicator.
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260 Tires, Wheels
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Changing wheelsMove vehicle to a level area which is a safe distance
from the roadway.
1. Set parking brake and turn on hazard warning
flasher.
2. Move selector lever to position “P” and turn off
engine.
3. Prevent vehicle from rolling away by blocking
wheels with wheel chocks (not supplied with
vehicle) or sizable wood block or stone. When
changing a wheel on a hill, place chocks on the
downhill side blocking both wheels of the other
axle. On a level road, place one chock in front of and
one behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to
the wheel being changed.
Wa r n i n g !
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the
vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the
vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the jack
only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change.
Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported
by the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the area
under the lifted vehicle. Always firmly set parking
brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with
jack.Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is
raised. Be certain that the jack is always vertical
when in use, especially on hills. Always try to use
the jack on level surface. Be sure that the jack arm
is fully inserted in the jack tube. Always lower the
vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before
working under the vehicle.
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269 Jump starting
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1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that
the jumper cables will reach, but never let the
vehicles touch. Make sure the jumper cables do not
have loose or missing insulation.
2. On both vehicles:
•Turn off engine and all lights and accessories,
except hazard warning flashers or work lights.
•Apply parking brake and shift selector lever to
position “P”.
Important!
3. Clamp one end of the first jumper cable to the
positive (+) under hood terminal of the discharged
battery and the other end to the positive (+) terminal
of the charged battery. Make sure the cable clamps
do not touch any other metal parts.
4. Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the
grounded negative (–) terminal of the charged
battery and the final connection to the negative (–)
terminal (2) of the discharged battery.Important!
5. Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery
and run at high idle. Make sure the cables are not
on or near pulleys, fans, or other parts that move
when the engine is started. Allow the discharged
battery to charge for a few minutes. Start engine of
the disabled vehicle in the usual manner.
6. After the engine has started, remove jumper cables
by exactly reversing the above installation
sequence, starting with the last connection made
first. When removing each clamp, make sure that it
does not touch any other metal while the other end
is still attached.
Notes:
If engine does not run after several unsuccessful
starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Excessive unburned fuel may damage the catalytic
converter.
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271 Towing
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index We recommend that the vehicle be transported using
flat bed equipment. This method is preferable to other
types of towing.
The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground
and the selector lever in position “N” for distances up to
30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h). The electronic key must be in steering lock
position 2.
To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the
transmission, however, we recommend the drive shaft
be disconnected at the rear axle drive f lange for any
towing beyond a short tow to a nearby garage.
Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing with
sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage
radiator and supports.
Use wheel lift, dolly, or flat bed equipment, with
electronic key in steering lock turned to position 0.Note:
To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning
flasher in use, turn electronic key in steering lock to
position 2 and activate combination switch for left or
right turn signal in usual manner – only the selected
turn signal will operate.
Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warning
flasher will operate again.
Caution!
If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised, the
engine must be shut off (electronic key in steering lock
position 0 or 1). Otherwise, the ESP will immediately be
engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes. Switch off
the tow-away alarm (see page 44) as well as the ESP (see
page 219).
Wa r n i n g !
With the engine not running, there is no power
assistance for the braking and steering systems. In
this case, it is important to keep in mind that a
considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to
brake and steer the vehicle.
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309 Index
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Index
AABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 215
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................229
ABS-SYSTEM - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................234
Adjusting headlamp aim ...............................................278
Adjusting telescoping steering column ........................ 77
Air conditioner refrigerant ...........................................303
Air distribution .............................................................. 124
Air volume ...................................................................... 124
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 64
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ...........................................230
Airbags .............................................................................. 66
Alarm system ............................................................. 42, 44
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ................... 208, 253, 302, 305
Antiglare night position ................................................. 78
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 215
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................229
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 42
Aquaplaning ...................................................................205
Armrest, rear bench ...................................................... 155Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 156
Rear seats ................................................................... 157
Aud io system
Anti-theft system .......................................................129
Button and soft key operation ................................. 130
Cassette mode ............................................................ 135
CD changer .................................................................140
CD mode ..................................................................... 139
Operating and display elements .............................128
Operating safety ........................................................127
Operation .................................................................... 131
Operation – audio and telephone ...........................127
Radio mode ................................................................ 133
Telephone operation .................................................143
Audio systems ...................................................................93
Cassette player ............................................................95
CD player ......................................................................94
Radio .............................................................................93
Automatic central locking ..............................................37
Automatic climate control ............................................120
Air distribution ..........................................................124
Air recirculation ........................................................125
Air volume .................................................................. 124
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310 Index
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Basic setting .............................................................. 122
Defogging windows .................................................. 123
Defrosting ................................................................... 123
Display and controls ................................................. 122
Dust filter ................................................................... 126
Economy ..................................................................... 123
Rear window defroster ............................................. 124
Residual engine heat utilization (REST) ............... 125
Special settings ......................................................... 123
Automatic transmission ............................................... 191
Emergency Operation .............................................. 199
Fluid level ...................................................................252
Program mode selector switch ............................... 198
Selector lever position .............................................. 194
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking .............................................272
BBabySmart
TM airbag deactivation system ..................... 64
Self-test ......................................................................... 64
Backrest, front seat .......................................................... 53
BAS (Brake assist system) ............................................ 213
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................229Battery ............................................................................ 266
Battery recycling ...................................................... 267
BATTERY/ALTERNATOR - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 233
Block heater ................................................................... 209
BRAKE ASSIST - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 234
Brake assist system (BAS) ............................................ 213
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 229
Brake fluid ....................................................202, 302, 303
Capacity ..................................................................... 302
BRAKE FLUID - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 235
BRAKE LINING WEAR - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 235
Brake pad wear .............................................................. 235
Brake warning lamp ..................................................... 227
Brake fluid low ......................................................... 227
Brakes .................................................... 200, 202, 213, 217
CCapacities
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. .............................. 302
Cargo area ....................................................................... 159
Loading instructions ................................................. 160
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311 Index
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Cargo tie-down rings ..................................................... 162
Catalytic converter .........................................................176
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 163
Center console .................................................................. 20
Central locking switch .................................................... 36
Central locking system ................................................... 28
Automatic central locking ......................................... 37
Choosing global or selective mode ........................... 31
Electronic main key .................................................... 25
Electronic reserve key ................................................ 26
Locking and unlocking .............................................. 30
Mechanical keys .......................................................... 33
Remote control ............................................................ 28
Changing wheels ...........................................................260
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ............226
Check regularly and before a long trip ......................223
Checking engine oil level
Via engine oil level indicator ...................................112
Via oil dipstick ........................................................... 251
Child restraint ...............................................57, 63, 64, 74
Cleaning and care of the vehicle .................................290COMAND, radio, telephone
and two-way radio ..................................................... 174
Combination switch ....................................................... 117
Consumer information ................................................. 307
Control and operation of
radio transmitters ..................................................... 174
COOLANT (coolant level) - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 237
Coolant level
Adding coolant .......................................................... 253
Checking .................................................................... 252
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 238
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................ 86
Coolants .......................................................................... 305
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ........................ 305
Cruise control ................................................................. 210
Cup holder
Center console, front ................................................ 154
Rear bench armrest ................................................... 155
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312 Index
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DDaytime running lamps .................................................115
Deep water
Driving instructions .................................................208
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) -
malfunction and warning messages ......................232
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) -
malfunction and warning messages ......................232
Display illumination ........................................................ 85
Doors .................................................................................. 34
Drinking and driving .................................................... 201
Drive sensibly - save fuel .............................................. 201
Driving instructions ...................................................... 201
Driving off .......................................................................203EELEC. STABIL. PROGR. - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................242
Electronic main key ......................................................... 25
Changing batteries ................................................... 281
Synchronizing remote control ................................283Electronic stability program (ESP)
Control switch ........................................................... 219
Malfunction and warning messages ..................... 242
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 229
Synchronizing ........................................................... 218
Warning lamp ........................................................... 229
Emergency call
See Tele Aid ...............................................................178
Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) .........................65
Emergency trunk lid release button ............................. 41
Emergency unlocking in case of accident ...................37
Emission control ............................................................177
Emission control label .................................................. 298
Engine compartment .................................................... 249
ENGINE FAN - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 236
Engine malfunction
CHECK ENGINE
malfunction indicator lamp ............................... 226
Engine oil additives ...................................................... 303
Engine oil consumption ................................................ 113
Engine oil level
Checking .............................................................112, 251
Warning ......................................................................241
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