light MERCEDES-BENZ CLK320 2001 A208 Owner's Manual

2 Contents
Trip and main odometer, vehicle
speed, FSS and engine oil level
indicator ....................................... 92
Audio systems .................................. 93
Radio .............................................. 93
CD player ....................................... 94
Cassette player ............................. 95
Telephone .......................................... 96
Telephone book ............................ 96
Redialing ....................................... 98
Incoming call .............................. 100
Navigation system .......................... 101
Trip computer ................................. 102
Malfunction message
memory ...................................... 104
Individual settings ......................... 106
Setting the audio volume .............. 108
Flexible service system
(FSS) ............................................ 109
Engine oil level indicator .............. 112
Engine oil consumption .................113Exterior lamp switch ...................... 114
Night security illumination .......... 115
Headlamp cleaning system ........... 116
Combination switch ....................... 117
Hazard warning flasher
switch .......................................... 119
Automatic climate control ............ 120
Display and controls ................. 122
Basic setting ............................... 122
Economy ...................................... 123
Special settings .......................... 123
Rear window defroster .............. 124
Air recirculation ........................ 125
Residual engine
heat utilization ........................... 125
Dust filter .................................... 126
Audio and telephone,
operation .................................... 127
Power windows .............................. 146
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 148
Interior lighting ..............................150Rear window sunshade ................. 151
Sun visors ....................................... 151
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........... 152
Interior ............................................ 152
Storage compartments,
armrest and cup holder ........... 152
Glove box ..................................... 153
Storage compartments
in center console ........................ 153
Ashtrays .......................................... 156
Lighter ............................................. 158
Enlarged cargo area –
split folding rear
seat backrest .............................. 159
Loading instructions ..................... 160
Cargo tie down rings ..................... 162
Parcel net in front
passenger footwell .................... 162
Telephone, general ........................ 163
Cellular telephone ......................... 163
Garage door opener ....................... 164
Ski sack ........................................... 168

4 Contents
Malfunction and indicator lamps in
the center console .....................230
AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp .............................230
Malfunction and warning
messages in the
multifunction display ............... 231
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE
(engine control unit) ..................232
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE
(several systems) ........................232
BATTERY/ALTERNATOR ...........233
ABS-SYSTEM ...............................234
BRAKE ASSIST ...........................234
BRAKE LINING WEAR ..............235
BRAKE FLUID .............................235PARKING BRAKE ....................... 236
ENGINE FAN ............................... 236
COOLANT
(coolant level) ............................. 237
COOLANT TEMP.
(coolant temperature) ............... 238
LIGHTING SYSTEM ................... 239
LIGHT SENSOR .......................... 240
STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. .......... 240
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 241
ELEC. STABIL. PROG.
(Electronic stability
program) ..................................... 242
REMOVE KEY ............................. 242
WASHER FLUID ......................... 243
TELE AID ..................................... 244
Practical hintsFirst aid kit .....................................246
Shelf below rear window ..............246
Stowing things in the vehicle ......246
Fuses ................................................247
Hood .................................................249
Checking engine
oil level ....................................... 251
Automatic transmission
fluid level ...................................252
Coolant level ...................................252
Adding coolant ...........................253
Windshield washer/headlamp
cleaning system ........................254
Windshield and
headlamp washer
fluid mixing ratio .......................254

5 ContentsSpare wheel, vehicle tools,
storage compartment ................255
Vehicle jack .....................................256
Wheels .............................................257
Tire replacement ........................257
Rotating wheels ..........................258
Spare wheel ....................................259
Changing wheels ...........................260
Tire inflation pressure ..................265
Battery .............................................266
Jump starting ..................................268
Towing the vehicle .........................270
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ...................272
Exterior lamps ................................273
Headlamp assembly ................... 274
Taillamp assemblies .................. 276Changing batteries in the
electronic main key .................. 281
Synchronizing
remote control ............................ 283
Emergency operation of
sliding/pop-up roof .................. 284
Manual release for
fuel filler flap ............................ 285
Replacing wiper
blade insert ............................... 285
Trunk lamp ..................................... 287
Roof rack ......................................... 287
Vehicle careCleaning and care
of the vehicle ............................. 290
Power washer ............................. 291
Paintwork, painted body
components ................................ 291Tar stains ..................................... 291
Engine cleaning ..........................292
Vehicle washing .........................292
Ornamental moldings ................292
Headlamps, taillamps,
turn signal lenses ......................292
Window cleaning .......................293
Wiper blade .................................293
Light alloy wheels ......................293
Instrument cluster .....................293
Steering wheel and
gear selector lever ......................293
Cup holder ...................................294
Seat belts .....................................294
Hard plastic trim items .............294
Headliner and shelf
below rear window .....................294
Upholstery ...................................294
Plastic and rubber parts ............294

12 Introduction
We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make
changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual
might differ from your vehicle.
Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they
are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your
vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.
The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

19 Instruments and controls
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index For more detailed descriptions see Index on page 309.
For adjustment of air outlets, refer to automatic climate
control, see page 120.
1Side air outlet, adjustable
2Air volume control for side air outlet
3Exterior lamp switch, see page 114
4Parking brake release, see page 200
5Parking brake pedal, see page 200
6Hood lock release, see page 249
7Combination switch, see page 117
8Cruise control switch, see page 210
9Multifunction steering wheel, see page 88
Horn (with electronic key in steering lock
position 1 or 2)
10Instrument cluster, see page 82
11Voice recognition system switch, see separate
operating instructions
12Steering lock with ignition/starter switch,
see page 18813Center air outlets, adjustable
14Air volume control for center air outlets
15Left front seat heater switch, see page 55
16Headlamp washer switch, see page 116
17Switch for rear seat head restraints, see page 52
18Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 119
19Central locking switch, see page 36
20Switch for tow-away alarm, see page 44
Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system,
see page 42
21Right front seat heater switch, see page 55
22Automatic climate control, see page 120
Rear window defroster switch, see page 124
23Glove box (illuminated with electronic key in
steering lock position 1 or 2), see page 153
24Audio system, see page 127
25Storage compartment
26Ashtray with lighter, see page 156

21 Instruments and controls
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Overhead control panel1Interior lighting, see page 150
2Sliding / pop-up roof, see page 148
3Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 178
4Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid, telephone and
voice recognition system.
5Rear view mirror, see page 78
6Garage door opener, see page 164
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23 Contents – Operation
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Telephone .......................................... 96
Telephone book ............................ 96
Redialing ....................................... 98
Incoming call .............................. 100
Navigation system .......................... 101
Trip computer ................................. 102
Malfunction message
memory ...................................... 104
Individual settings ......................... 106
Setting the audio volume .............. 108
Flexible service system
(FSS) ............................................ 109
Engine oil level indicator .............. 112
Engine oil consumption .................113
Exterior lamp switch ......................114
Night security illumination ..........115
Headlamp cleaning system ...........116
Combination switch .......................117
Hazard warning flasher
switch ...........................................119Automatic climate control ............ 120
Display and controls ................. 122
Basic setting ............................... 122
Economy ...................................... 123
Special settings .......................... 123
Rear window defroster .............. 124
Air recirculation ........................ 125
Residual engine
heat utilization ........................... 125
Dust filter .................................... 126
Audio and telephone,
operation .................................... 127
Power windows .............................. 146
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 148
Interior lighting ..............................150
Rear window sunshade .................151
Sun visors ........................................151
Illuminated vanity mirrors ...........152
Interior .............................................152Storage compartments,
armrest and cup holder ........... 152
Glove box ..................................... 153
Storage compartments
in center console ........................ 153
Ashtrays .......................................... 156
Lighter ............................................. 158
Enlarged cargo area –
split folding rear
seat backrest .............................. 159
Loading instructions ..................... 160
Cargo tie down rings ..................... 162
Parcel net in front
passenger footwell .................... 162
Telephone, general ........................ 163
Cellular telephone ......................... 163
Garage door opener ....................... 164
Ski sack ........................................... 168

27 Central locking system
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Start lock-out
Important!
Removing the electronic key from the steering lock
activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be
started.
Inserting the electronic key in the steering lock
deactivates the start lock-out.
Note:
In case the engine cannot be started (vehicle’s battery is
in order), the system is not operational. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-
MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).General notes on the central locking system
If the electronic key is inserted in the steering lock, the
vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote
control.
If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked:
•Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either door
handle. Check the batteries of the electronic main
key, see page 281, or synchronize the remote
control, see page 283.
•Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver’s door.
To start the engine, insert the electronic main key in
the steering lock. There could be a slight delay until
the electronic main key can be turned in the
steering lock.
Important!
When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical
key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will
sound.
To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the
steering lock or press buttonŒ or‹ on the
electronic main key.

28 Central locking system
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Central locking system
Radio frequency and infrared remote control
The electronic main key has an integrated radio
frequency and infrared remote control.
Due to the extended operational range of the remote
control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or
unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button. If
one of the transmit buttons is pressed, the battery check
lamp lights up briefly – indicating that the batteries are
in order. See page 281 for checking batteries.
The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler flap can be
centrally locked and unlocked via remote control.
Opening and closing the windows and sliding / pop-up
roof remotely can only be done with the infrared portion
of the remote control. Aim transmitter eye at a
receiver (6 or 7), press and hold transmit button Œ
or ‹.
If the electronic key is inserted in steering lock, the
vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked, and the trunk lid
cannot be opened with the remote control.1Transmit button
‹ Locking
ΠUnlocking
Š Opening trunk (if not separately locked)
2Lamp for battery check (see page 281 for changing
batteries if it does not light up briefly)
3PANIC button
4Transmitter eye
5Locking tab for mechanical key
P80.35-2032-26
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30 Central locking system
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Locking and unlocking with remote control
Unlocking:
Press transmit button Œ. All turn signal lamps blink
once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked.
The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of
unlocking modes (see below):
Selective unlocking mode –
Press transmit button Œ once to unlock driver’s door
and fuel filler flap.
Press transmit button Πtwice to unlock both doors,
fuel filler flap, and trunk.
Global unlocking mode –
Press transmit button Πonce to unlock both doors,
fuel filler flap, and trunk.
Notes:
If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will
remain locked, see page 38.The presently active unlocking mode (selective or
global) can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle
with the remote control (see below for changing mode).
If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote
control, neither door nor trunk is opened, the electronic
key is not inserted in the steering lock, or the central
locking switch is not activated, the vehicle will
automatically lock.
Locking:
Press transmit button ‹ once. All turn signal lamps
blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked.
If they do not blink three times, a door or trunk is not
properly closed.
Note:
If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing
the transmit button, then it may be necessary to change
the batteries in the electronic main key (if ok, battery
check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly
when pressing transmit button) or to synchronize the
remote control, see pages 281 and 283.