MERCEDES-BENZ CLK COUPE 2006 C209 Owner's Manual

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461 Technical terms
ABS
(A
ntilock B
rake S
ystem)
Prevents the wheels from locking up
during braking so that the vehicle can
continue to be steered.
Alignment bolt
Metal pin with thread. The centering
pin is an aid used when changing a tire
to align the wheel with the wheel hub.
Accessory weight
(
page 342)
Air pressure
(page 342)
Aspect ratio
(page 342)
Bar
(page 342)
BAS
(Brake A
ssist S
ystem)
System for potentially reducing braking
distances in emergency braking situa-
tions. The system is activated when it
senses an emergency based on how
fast the brake is applied.Bead
(
page 342)
Bi-Xenon headlamps*
Headlamps which use an electric arc as
the light source and produce a more in-
tense light than filament headlamps.
Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low
beam and high beam.
CAC
(Customer A
ssistance C
enter)
Mercedes-Benz customer service cen-
ter, which can help you with any ques-
tions about your vehicle and provide
assistance in the event of a break-
down.
CAN system
(C
ontroller A
rea N
etwork)
Data bus network serving to control ve-
hicle functions such as door locking or
windshield wiping.Cockpit
All instruments, switches, buttons and
indicator/warning lamps in the passen-
ger compartment needed for vehicle
operation and monitoring.
Cold tire inflation pressure
(
page 342)
COMAND
(Cockpit M
anagement and D
ata Sys-
tem)
Information and operating center for
vehicle sound and communications
systems, including the radio and the
navigation system, as well as other op-
tional equipment (CD changer, tele-
phone, etc.).
Control system
The control system is used to call up
vehicle information and to change
component settings. Information and
messages appear in the multifunction
display. The driver uses the buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel to
navigate through the system and to ad-
just settings.

462 Technical termsCruise control
Driving convenience system for auto-
matically maintaining the vehicle speed
set by the driver.
Curb weight
(
page 342)
DOT
(Department O
f Transportation)
(
page 342)
Engine number
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the cylinder block to
uniquely identify each engine pro-
duced.
Engine oil viscosity
Measurement for the inner friction (vis-
cosity) of the oil at different tempera-
tures. The higher the temperature an
oil can tolerate without becoming thin,
or the lower the temperature it can tol-
erate without becoming viscous, the
better the viscosity.ESP
®(Electronic S
tability Pr
ogram)
Improves vehicle handling and direc-
tional stability.
ETD
(E
mergency T
ensioning D
evice)
Device which deploys in certain frontal
and rear collisions exceeding the sys-
tem's threshold to tighten the seat
belts.
->SRS
FSS (Canada vehicles)
(F
lexible S
ervice S
ystem)
Maintenance service indicator in the
multifunction display that informs the
driver when the next vehicle mainte-
nance service is due. FSS evaluates en-
gine temperature, oil level, vehicle
speed, engine speed, distance driven
and the time elapsed since your last
maintenance service, and calls for the
next maintenance service accordingly.GAWR
(G
ross A
xle W
eight R
ating)
(
page 342)
Gear range
Number of gears which are available to
the automatic transmission for shifting.
The automatic gear shifting process
can be adapted to specific operating
conditions using the gear selector le-
ver.
GPS
(Global P
ositioning S
ystem)
Satellite-based system for relaying
geographic location information to and
from vehicles equipped with special re-
ceivers. Employs CD digital maps for
navigation.
GVW
(G
ross V
ehicle W
eight)
(
page 342)
GVWR
(Gross V
ehicle W
eight R
ating)
(
page 343)

463 Technical terms
Instrument cluster
The displays and indicator/warning
lamps in the driver’s field of vision, in-
cluding the tachometer, speedometer,
coolant temperature indicator and fuel
display.
KEYLESS-GO*
System for entering and operating the
vehicle without the use of a SmartKey.
Kickdown
Depressing the accelerator past the
point of resistance shifts the transmis-
sion down to the lowest possible gear.
This very quickly accelerates the vehi-
cle and should not be used for normal
acceleration needs.
Kilopascal (kPa)
(
page 343)
Locking knob
Knob on the door which indicates
whether the door is locked or un-
locked. Pushing the locking knob down
on the driver’s or passenger door from
inside will lock that door.Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles)
Maintenance service indicator in the
multifunction display that informs the
driver when the next vehicle mainte-
nance service is due. The Maintenance
System in your vehicle tracks distance
driven and the time elapsed since your
last maintenance service, and calls for
the next maintenance service
accordingly.
Maximum load rating
(
page 343)
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(page 343)
Maximum tire inflation pressure
(page 343)
Memory function*
Used to store three individual seat,
steering wheel and exterior mirror
positions.Menu
The control system displays are ar-
ranged in menus. Each menu contains
a number of commands for particular
systems.
MON
(M
otor O
ctane N
umber)
The Motor Octane Number for gasoline
as determined by a standardized meth-
od. It is an indication of a gasoline's
ability to resist undesired detonation
(knocking). The average of both the
MON (Motor Octane Number) and
->RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
MOE
(M
ercedes-Benz O
riginal E
xtended
equipment tires)
Tires with limited run-flat characteris-
tics. The MOExtended system allows
you to continue driving your vehicle
even if there is a total loss of pressure
in one or more tires.

464 Technical termsMultifunction display
Display field in the speedometer used
to present information provided by the
control system.
Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel with buttons for operat-
ing the control system.
Normal occupant weight
(
page 343)
OCS
(Occupant C
lassification S
ystem)
The system automatically turns the
front passenger front air bag on or off
based on the classified occupant size
category determined by weight sensor
readings from the seat.
Overspeed range
Engine speeds within the red marking
on the tachometer dial. Avoid this en-
gine speed range, as it may result in se-
rious engine damage that is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.Parktronic (Parking assist)*
(Canada only)
System which uses visual and acoustic
signals to assist the driver during
parking maneuvers.
Poly-V-belt drive
Drives engine-components (alternator,
AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.
Power train
Collective term designating all compo-
nents used to generate and transmit
motive power to the drive axles, includ-
ing


engine


clutch/torque converter


transmission


transfer case


drive shaft


differential


axle shafts/axlesProduction options weight
(
page 343)
Program mode selector switch
Used to switch the automatic transmis-
sion between standard operationS and
comfort operationC.
PSI
(Pounds per S
quare I
nch)
(
page 343)

465 Technical terms
Recommended tire inflation pressure
(
page 343)
REST*
(Residual engine heat utilization)
Feature that uses the engine heat
stored in the coolant to heat the vehi-
cle interior for a short time after the en-
gine has been turned off.
Restraint systems
Seat belts, child restraints, lower an-
chors and tethers for children (LATCH).
As independent systems, their protec-
tive functions complement one anoth-
er.
Rim
(page 343)RON
(R
esearch O
ctane N
umber)
The Research Octane Number for gaso-
line as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line's ability to resist undesired detona-
tion (knocking). The average of both
the ->MON (Motor Octane Number)
and RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Run Flat Indicator*
The Run Flat Indicator monitors the set
tire inflation pressures by evaluating
each wheel’s rotational speed. If a
wheel’s rotational speed changes due
to falling tire inflation pressure, a corre-
sponding warning message appears in
the multifunction display.Shift lock
When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the gear selector lever from
being inadvertently moved out of
positionP without SmartKey turned
and brake pedal depressed.
Sidewall
(
page 343)
SRS
(Supplemental R
estraint S
ystem)
Air bags, air bag control unit (with
crash sensor), emergency tensioning
device. Though independent systems,
they are closely interfaced to provide
effective occupant protection.
Steering wheel gearshift control
You can change the gears yourself with
the steering wheel gearshift buttons.

466 Technical termsTele Aid System
(T
elematic A
larm I
dentification on D
e-
mand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response: automatic and man-
ual emergency, roadside assistance
and information. Tele Aid is initially ac-
tivated by completing a subscriber
agreement and placing an acquain-
tance call.
The Tele Aid system is operational pro-
vided that the vehicle’s battery is
charged, properly connected, not dam-
aged and cellular and GPS coverage is
available.
Telematics*
A combination of the terms “telecom-
munications” and “informatics”.
Tightening torque
Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug
wrench) with which threaded fasteners
such as wheel bolts are tightened.TIN
(T
ire I
dentification N
umber)
(
page 344)
Tire load rating
(page 344)
Tire ply composition and material used
(page 344)
Tire speed rating
(page 344)
Traction
(page 344)
Tread
(page 344)
Treadwear indicators
(page 344)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
(page 344)Vehicle capacity weight
(
page 344)
Vehicle maximum load on the tire
(page 344)
VIN
(Vehicle I
dentification N
umber)
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the body to uniquely
identify each vehicle produced.

467 Index
A
ABS 25, 87, 461
Malfunction indicator lamp 360
Messages in display 372
Accelerator position, automatic
transmission 174
Accessory weight 342
Accident 56
Active head restraints 73
Resetting 408
Air bags 63
Children 74
Front passenger
front air bag off indicator lamp 81
Front side impact air bags 68
Front, Driver 67
Front, Passenger 67
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) 77
Rear side impact air bags* 68
Safety guidelines 66
Window curtain 68Air conditioning refrigerant 454
Air conditioning system see
Climate control system
Air conditioning, Cooling 194, 206
Air distribution 190, 201
Air pressure see Tires, Inflation pressure
Air recirculation mode 192, 203
Air vents 195, 208
Air volume 190, 201
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt
(vehicle tool kit) 398, 423, 461
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 457, 458
Antiglare, Rear view mirror 180, 181
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems 93
Anti-theft alarm system 93
Immobilizer 93
Tow-away alarm* 95
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest 271, 272
Storage box 269
Ashtrays 274, 275Aspect ratio 342
ATF 313
AUDIO menu 149
CD player CD, MP3-CD 150
Radio station 149
Radio station (satellite*) 149
Audio system 209
Button and soft key operation 212
CD changer* 227
CD operation 225
Emergency calls "911" 244
Operating and display elements 210
Operating audio system 209
Operating safety 209
Radio operation 216
Sound system* 213
Switching on/off 212
Telephone* operation 209, 231
Auto-dimming, Rear view mirror 181
Automatic central locking,
Control system 120, 163
Automatic climate control see
Climate control system
Automatic headlamp mode see Headlamps
Automatic lighting control,
Interior lighting 138

468 IndexAutomatic locking when driving 120
Automatic shift program 176
Automatic transmission 170
Accelerator position 174
Emergency operation
(Limp-Home Mode) 179
Gear ranges 175
Gear selector lever 48, 170
Gear selector lever position 170, 172
Gear selector lever,
One-touch gearshifting 177
Gear shifting malfunctions 179
Kickdown 174
Manual (One touch) gearshifting 177
One-touch gearshifting, Steering
wheel gearshift control 178
Shift program mode
selector switch 176
Starting engine 48
Transmission fluid level 313
Automatic Transmission Fluid see ATFB
Backrest 265
Seat, Multicontour* 125
Seat, Power 38
Backup lamps
Messages in display 393
Replacing bulbs 412, 413
Bar 342
BAS 89, 461
Batteries, SmartKey
Changing 410
Checking battery condition 102
Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Changing 411
Checking battery condition 108
Battery, Vehicle 315, 426
Charging 428
Connecting 429
Disconnecting 427
Installing 428
Jump starting 430
Messages in display 382
Removing 428Bead 342
Beverage holder see Cup holder
Bi-Xenon headlamps* see Headlamps
Block heater (Canada only) 347
Bolts, Spare wheel 403
Brake Assist System see BAS
Brake fluid 454
Checking 307
Message in display 383
Brake lamp
Cleaning lenses 355
High mounted 413
Message in display 391
Replacing bulbs 413, 417
Brake pads
Message in display 383
Brakes 296
Warning lamp 361
Break-in period 294
Bulbs, replacing see Replacing bulbs

469 Index
C
CAC 461
California retail buyers and lessees,
Important notice for 11
Call priority (Tele Aid) 285
Can holder see Cup holder
CAN system 461
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants 452
Cargo area see Trunk
Cargo tie-down rings 268
Carpets, cleaning 357
Catalytic converter 303
CD changer* 225
CD player 225
Control system 150
Center console 27
Lower part 28
Upper part 27
Central locking
Automatic 120, 163
Locking/unlocking from inside 121
Central locking switch 121
Certification label 442
Charcoal filter 204Children in the vehicle 74
Air bags 74
Blocking rear
side window operation 85
Front passenger front
air bag off indicator lamp 81
Infant and
child restraint systems 69, 74, 82
LATCH-type child seat anchors 83
LATCH-type
child seat anchors design A 84
LATCH-type
child seat anchors design B 84
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) 77
Cigarette lighter 276
Climate control see
Climate control systemClimate control system
Air conditioning refrigerant 454
Air conditioning, Cooling 194, 206
Air distribution 190, 201
Air recirculation mode 192, 203
Air vents 195, 208
Air volume 190, 191, 201
Charcoal filter 204
Control panel,
Automatic climate control 197
Control panel,
Climate control 187
Deactivating/Reactivating 189, 199
Defogging 202
Defrosting 202
Defrosting, rear window 185
Front defroster 191
MAXCOOL 202
Residual engine heat
and ventilation* (REST*) 207
REST* 465
Temperature 190, 200
Clock 25, 142, 157, 158
Setting time 157, 158
Cockpit 22, 461