headlamp MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-CLASS 2002 Owner's Manual

303 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar careIndex Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz
approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water.
To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use
only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the lenses.
Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry cloth or
sponge.
Window cleaning
Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An
automotive glass cleaner is recommended.
Note:
For safety reasons, switch off wiper and remove
electronic key from steering lock before cleaning the
windshield, otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly
turn on and cause injury.
Plastic and rubber parts
Do not use oil or wax on these parts.Wiper blade
Clean the wiper blade rubber with a clean cloth and
detergent solution.
Note:
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before cleaning the wiper blade, otherwise the
wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Light alloy wheels
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for
regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week with Mercedes-
Benz approved Wheel Care, using a soft bristle brush
and a strong spray of water.
Follow instructions on container.
Note:
Use only acid-free cleaning materials. The acid could
lead to corrosion.
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Index
AABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 214
Malfunction indicator lamp..................................... 227
ABS-SYSTEM - malfunction and
warning messages ......................................................... 233
Adjusting headlamp aim............................................... 282
Adjusting telescoping steering column ........................ 73
Air conditioner refrigerant............................................ 318
Air distribution .............................................................. 120
Air volume ...................................................................... 120
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 59
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ........................................... 228
Airbags .............................................................................. 61
Alarm system ............................................................. 39, 40
Antenna
Removal ...................................................................... 295
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................... 208, 254, 316, 321
Antiglare night position.................................................. 74
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 214
Malfunction indicator lamp..................................... 227
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 39
Aquaplaning ...................................................................205Armrest, rear bench ....................................................... 152
Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 150
Audio system ..................................................................123
Anti-theft system ....................................................... 125
Button and soft key operation ................................. 126
Cassette mode ............................................................ 131
CD changer ................................................................. 136
CD mode ..................................................................... 135
Operating and display elements .............................124
Operating safety ........................................................ 123
Operation ....................................................................127
Operation – audio and telephone ........................... 123
Radio mode ................................................................ 129
Telephone operation ................................................. 139
Audio systems ................................................................... 89
Cassette player ............................................................ 91
CD player ......................................................................90
Radio ............................................................................. 89
Automatic central locking .............................................. 34
Automatic climate control ............................................ 116
Air distribution .......................................................... 120
Air recirculation ........................................................ 121
Air volume.................................................................. 120
Basic setting............................................................... 118
Defogging windows ................................................... 119
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Capacities ................................................................... 316
ESP (Electronic stability program).... 207, 208, 216, 276
Control switch ........................................................... 218
Malfunction and warning messages ...................... 241
Malfunction indicator lamp..................................... 227
Synchronizing ........................................................... 217
Warning lamp ............................................................ 227
Express opening and closing
See Power windows .................................................. 143
Exterior lamp malfunction and
warning message .......................................................... 238
Exterior lamp switch ......................................................110
Exterior lamps ................................................................ 277
Adjusting headlamp aim .......................................... 282
Fog lamps ....................................................................110
Headlamps ..................... 110, 238, 239, 278, 282, 303
Low and high beam .......................................... 113, 279
Parking lamps ................................................... 110, 279
Replacing bulbs ......................................................... 277
Side marker lamp, front ........................................... 281
Standing lamps.................................................. 110, 279
Taillamp assemblies ................................................. 280
Turn signal lamp ............................................... 113, 279
FFirst aid kit ..................................................................... 246
Flat tire
See changing wheels ............................................... 263
Flexible service system (FSS) ...................................... 105
Fuel
Gasoline additives .................................................... 320
Premium unleaded gasoline.................... 176, 317, 319
Fuel cap placement warning ....................................... 226
Fuel filler flap
Manual release ......................................................... 296
Fuel requirements ......................................................... 319
Fuel reserve warning .................................................... 226
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ............... 316
Fuse box ......................................................................... 248
Fuses, electrical ............................................................. 248GGarage door opener ....................................................... 154
Gasoline
Additives .................................................................... 320
Fuel requirements .................................................... 319
Premium unleaded.................................................... 319
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex General notes on the central locking system .............. 24
Global locking
See Central locking system ....................................... 27
Glove box ......................................................................... 147
HHazard warning flasher switch ....................................115
Head restraints
Front.............................................................................. 46
Rear ............................................................................... 47
Removal ........................................................................ 46
Headlamp cleaning system ...........................................112
Headlights ........................................................................110
Heated seats...................................................................... 51
High beams
See Combination switch ........................................... 113
Hood ................................................................................. 250IIdentification labels....................................................... 309
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 146
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ................... 80
Individual settings......................................................... 102Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 69
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 183
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 78
Activating display ....................................................... 81
Indicator lamps............................................................ 80
Instrument lamps ............................................................. 81
Instruments and controls ............................................... 16
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 147
Interior lighting .............................................................. 145
JJump starting .................................................................. 271KKeys, changing battery ................................................. 285
Keys, vehicle .....................................................................22
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LLamps, exterior
Fog lamps ....................................................................110
Headlamp, adjusting ................................................282
Headlamps ..................... 110, 238, 239, 278, 282, 303
Low and high beam .......................................... 113, 279
Parking lamps ...................................................110, 279
Replacing bulbs ......................................................... 277
Side marker lamp, front ........................................... 281
Standing lamps ..................................................110, 279
Taillamp assemblies ......................................... 110, 280
Turn signal lamps ............................................. 113, 279
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............................................ 310
LIGHT SENSOR - malfunction and
warning messages ......................................................... 239
Lighter ............................................................................. 151
LIGHTING SYSTEM - malfunction and
warning messages ......................................................... 238
Limp home mode (Automatic transmission) ............. 199
Locking and unlocking ................................................... 27
Low beams
See Exterior lamps .................................................... 277
Low engine coolant level warning............................... 236
Luggage cover .................................................................246
MMaintenance ................................................................... 175
Malfunction and indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster ....................................................... 224
Malfunction and warning messages .......................... 230
ABS-SYSTEM ............................................................. 233
BATTERY/ALTERNATOR ......................................... 232
BRAKE ASSIST ......................................................... 233
BRAKE FLUID ........................................................... 234
BRAKE LINING WEAR ............................................ 234
COOLANT (coolant level) ........................................ 236
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) .............. 237
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) .........231
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ................231
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. ............................................... 241
ENGINE FAN ............................................................. 235
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................................................. 240
LIGHT SENSOR ......................................................... 239
LIGHTING SYSTEM .................................................. 238
PARKING BRAKE ..................................................... 235
REMOVE KEY ............................................................ 241
STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. ......................................... 239
TELE AID ................................................................... 243
WASHER FLUID ........................................................ 242
Malfunction/warning message memory .................... 100
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex WASHER FLUID (headlamp cleaning system) -
malfunction and warning messages ......................242
Washing the vehicle ...................................................... 302
What you should know at the gas station .................. 220
Wheels ............................................................................. 258
Light alloy wheels ..................................................... 303
Rims and tires ........................................................... 312
Spare wheel ............................................................... 260
Wheels, changing .....................................................263
Where to find it ................................................................ 12
Wind screen .................................................................... 166
Windows
See Power windows .................................................. 142Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system
Refilling ..................................................................... 255
Winter driving ............................................................... 208
Winter driving instructions ......................................... 207
Wiper blade
Replacing insert ....................................................... 296
Wiper operation
See Combination switch........................................... 114
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