technical data MERCEDES-BENZ CLK320 CABRIOLET 2002 A208 Owner's Manual
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125 Automatic climate control
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Air recirculation
This mode can be selected to temporarily reduce the 
entry of annoying odors or dust into the vehicle’s 
interior.
Outside air is not supplied to the vehicle’s interior.
To select, press O button.
To c a nc el,  pr ess  O button again.
The system will automatically switch from recirculated 
air to fresh air
•after approx. 5 minutes at outside temperatures 
below approx. 40
°F (5
°C),
•after approx. 30 minutes at outside temperatures 
above approx. 40
°F (5
°C),
•after approx. 5 minutes, if button S is pressed.
If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch 
from recirculated air back to fresh air.
At high outside temperatures, the system automatically 
engages the recirculated air mode thereby increasing 
the cooling capacity performance, switching to partially 
fresh air within 30 minutes.Residual engine heat utilization
With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue 
heating the interior for a short while.
Air volume and distribution are controlled 
automatically.
To   s e l e c t :
Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 0 or 
remove key.
Press T button
This function selection will not activate if the battery 
charge level is insufficient.
To   c a n c e l :
Press T button.
The system will automatically shut off
•if you turn electronic key in steering lock to 
position 2,
•after approx. 30 minutes,
•if the battery voltage drops.
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Dust filter
Nearly all dust particles and pollen are filtered out 
before outside air enters the passenger compartment 
through the air distribution system.
Note:
Keep the air intake grille in front of windshield free of 
snow and debris.Important!
This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner system 
that uses R–134a (HFC: hydrofluorocarbon) as a 
refrigerant. Repairs should always be performed by a 
qualified technician, and refrigerant should be collected 
in a recovery system for recycling.
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127 Audio system
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Audio and telephone, operation
These instructions are intended to help you become 
acquainted with your Mercedes-Benz vehicle radio. 
They contain useful tips and a detailed description of 
the user functions.
The right to correct errors and make technical amendments is 
reserved.
Operating safety1Optional equipment
Dolby and the double-D symbol 
Ù
 are trademarks of Dolby 
Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The Dolby noise reduction 
system is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories 
Licensing Corporation.
Wa r n i n g !  
In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an 
accident, system settings should be entered with 
the vehicle at standstill and systems should be 
operated by the driver only when traffic conditions 
permit. Always pay full attention to traffic 
conditions first before operating system controls 
while driving.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph 
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering 
a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately 
14 m) every second.
Wa r n i n g !
Any alternations made to electronic components 
can cause malfunctions.The radio, cassette deck, CD changer
1 and 
telephone
1 are interconnected. Therefore, when 
one of the components is defective or has not been 
removed/replaced properly this may impair the 
function of other components.
These malfunctions might seriously impair the 
operating safety of your vehicle.We recommend that you have any service work or 
alternations on electronic components done in an 
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Operating and display elements
1On/off, volume, see page 131
2Telephone mode selector, see page 143
3Seek, see page 133, 137 and 141
4Radio mode selector, see page 133
5Tune, see page 133 and 134
Fast forward/reverse, see page 137
6CD mode selector, see page 1407Display panel
The cassette slot is located behind the display panel. 
For notes on playing cassettes, see page 135.
8Alpha-numeric keypad for
station storage and frequency entry, see page 134
CD/Track access, see page 142
optional telephone, see page 143
9Function button, see page 134 and 142
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129 Audio system
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index 10Soft keys for
radio band selection, see page 133
tone controls, see page 131
scan, see page 134
Tape eject, see page 136
Tape track select, see page 136
Dolby, see page 138
CD Random/repeat, see page 142
11Tape mode selector, see page 135
Anti-theft system
If the power supply to the 
radio has been interrupted, 
“CODE” will appear on the 
display when it is next 
switched on. The radio will 
only work after the five-digit code has been entered 
using the buttons on the right-hand control panel.The code number is shown on the Radio code card, 
supplied with the radio.
Important!
Never leave the Radio code card in the vehicle. Keep it in 
a safe place.
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Entering the code number
Switch on the radio. “CODE” will appear on the display. 
Using the buttons on the alpha-numeric keypad, enter 
the five digit code. Confirm by pressing the “OK” key.
If an incorrect code has been entered and confirmed, 
“CODE” will reappear on the display. The correct code 
must be entered once again.
If an incorrect code is entered 
three times, “WAIT” will 
appear on the display and the 
radio will be locked out for 
about 10 minutes.
Note:
The lock out time will only count down if the radio is left 
switched on.Button and soft key operation
In these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right 
side of radio face) and the function buttons (left side of 
the radio face) are referred to as “buttons” and the four 
keys under the display are referred to as “soft keys”.
Note:
Do not press directly on the radio display face.
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131 Audio system
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Switching on and off
Press the control knob  .
The radio is switched off when the ignition key is turned 
to position 0 or removed from the ignition. The radio is 
switched on again when the ignition key is turned to 
position 1 or 2.
Note:
The radio can also be switched on even if the ignition 
key is not inserted, but will switch itself off 
automatically after one hour to conserve vehicle battery 
power.
Adjusting the volume
Turn the control knob - turning the knob clockwise will 
increase the volume, counterclockwise will decrease the 
volume.Audio functions
The AUD key is used to select the BASS, TREBLE and 
BALANCE functions. Settings for bass and treble are 
stored separately for the cassette and CD modes. Tone 
level settings are identified by the vertical bars. The 
center (flat) setting is shown by one longer bar in the 
center of the display.
Bass
Press the AUD key repeatedly 
until “BASS” appears in the 
display.
Treble
Press the AUD key repeatedly 
un til “ TREB LE”  ap pears  in  the 
display.
Press the “+” key to increase 
or the “-” key to decrease the level.
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Fader
1 
Press the AUD key repeatedly 
until “FADER” appears on the 
display. Press the “R” key to 
move the sound to the rear 
speakers or the “F” key to 
move the sound to the front speakers.
Balance
Press the AUD key repeatedly 
until “BALANCE” appears in 
the display.
Press the “L” key to move the 
sound to the left speaker or the “R” key to move the 
sound to the right speaker.
1 not available on all models
Centering all audio functions
Push and hold down the 
“AUD” key. All audio 
functions (bass, treble, 
balance and fader) are set to 
center or flat positions, and 
the volume is adjusted to a pre-set level.
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133 Audio system
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Radio mode
Selecting radio mode
Press   button.
Selecting the band
Press the key located below 
the desired band. The band 
selected is shown in the top 
line of the display.Manual tuning
Press either the   or   
button. Step-by-step tuning in 
ascending or descending 
order of frequency will take 
place.
The first three tuning steps will take place without 
muting. The radio will then be muted and high-speed 
tuning will take place until the button is released. 
The following tuning intervals will be shown on the 
display:
Seek tuning
Pre ss  eit her  t he    or    b utton. T he radi o will tun e 
to the next receivable station. Frequency ranges: FM 87.9 - 107.9 MHz
AM 530 - 1710 kHz
WB approx. 162 MHz
FM 200 kHz
AM 10 kHz
WB Channels 1-7
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Scan tuning
Press the SC key. Each strong 
receivable station on the band 
selected will be tuned in for 
8 seconds. The first scan will 
tune only the stations with a 
high signal strength. The second scan will tune every 
receivable station. By pressing either the  ,  , 
 or   buttons, or the “SC” key the scan mode 
can be cancelled.
Station memory
Ten stations can be stored in 
the AM and FM bands via the 
alpha-numeric keypad. The 
“0” button corresponds to 
location 10. Weatherband 
(WB) channels 1 to 7 can be retrieved via the alpha-
numeric keypad and are preset at the factory.Storing stations
Hold the number button down for approximately 
2 seconds. The currently displayed frequency is stored 
on the selected station button. The storage procedure is 
confirmed by a short signal tone.
Retrieving a station from memory
Press the desired station button.
Direct frequency input (AM and FM only)
Select the band. Press the 
“ button and enter the 
desired frequency using the 
alpha-numeric keypad. 
Frequencies outside of the 
frequency ranges (frequencies specified on page 133) 
will not be accepted. The frequency input mode is 
cancelled if no button is pressed within 4 seconds.
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