check transmission fluid MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 COUPE 2005 C209 Owner's Manual
[x] Cancel search | Manufacturer: MERCEDES-BENZ, Model Year: 2005, Model line: CLK500 COUPE, Model: MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 COUPE 2005 C209Pages: 498, PDF Size: 5.18 MB
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ContentsPower tilt/sliding sunroof* ................ 251
Opening and closing
the power tilt/sliding sunroof ...... 251
Synchronizing
the power tilt/sliding sunroof ...... 254
Driving systems ................................. 255
Cruise control............................... 255
Parktronic system
(Parking assist)* ........................... 260
Loading .............................................. 264
Roof rack ...................................... 264
Ski sack* ...................................... 264
Split rear bench seat .................... 267
Loading instructions ..................... 269
Cargo tie-down rings .................... 271
Useful features .................................. 272
Storage compartments................. 272
Cup holders .................................. 275
Ashtrays ....................................... 276
Cigarette lighter ........................... 277
Electrical outlet in the
rear passenger compartment ....... 278
Floormats* ................................... 278
Telephone*................................... 279
Tele Aid ........................................ 280
Garage door opener ..................... 287
Operation......................................... 293
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)......... 294
Driving instructions............................ 295
Drive sensibly – save fuel ............. 295
Drinking and driving ..................... 295
Pedals .......................................... 295
Power assistance ......................... 295
Brakes .......................................... 296
Driving off .................................... 297
Parking ......................................... 297
Tires ............................................. 298
Hydroplaning ................................ 299
Tire traction.................................. 299
Tire speed rating .......................... 300
Winter driving instructions ........... 301
Standing water ............................. 302
Passenger compartment .............. 302
Driving abroad.............................. 302
Control and operation
of radio transmitters .................... 302
Catalytic converter ....................... 303
Emission control .......................... 304
Coolant temperature .................... 304At the gas station .............................. 305
Refueling ...................................... 305
Check regularly and
before a long trip ......................... 307
Engine compartment ......................... 308
Hood ............................................ 308
Engine oil ..................................... 309
Transmission fluid level ................ 312
Coolant ........................................ 313
Battery ......................................... 314
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*......... 315
Tires and wheels................................ 316
Important guidelines .................... 316
Tire care and maintenance........... 317
Direction of rotation..................... 319
Loading the vehicle ...................... 319
Recommended
tire inflation pressure ................... 325
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 327
Tire labeling ................................. 328
Load identification ....................... 332
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................. 333
Maximum tire load ....................... 334
Maximum tire inflation pressure .. 335
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312 OperationEngine compartmentAdding engine oil
1Filler cap
Unscrew filler cap1 from filler neck.
Add engine oil as required. Be careful
not to overfill with oil.
Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.
Avoid environmental damage caused by oil
entering the ground or water.
Screw filler cap1 back on filler neck.
More information on engine oil can be
found in the “Technical data” section
(
page 447) and (
page 449).
Transmission fluid level
The transmission fluid level does not need
to be checked. If you notice transmission
fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions,
have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
check the automatic transmission.
!Only use approved engine oils and oil
filters required for vehicles with
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or
FSS (Canada vehicles). For a listing of
approved engine oils and oil filters,
refer to the Factory Approved Service
Products pamphlet in your vehicle
literature portfolio, or contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Using engine oils and oil filters of
specification other than those
expressly required for the Maintenance
System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada
vehicles), or changing of oil and oil filter
at change intervals longer than those
called for by the Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehi-
cles) will result in engine damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
!Excess oil must be siphoned or drained
off. It could cause damage to the
engine and catalytic converter not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
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463 Index
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors 178
Automatic central locking
Activating/deactivating
(control system) 158
Automatic climate control 194
Activating 195
Adjusting air distribution 198
Air recirculation mode 201
Deactivating 195
Defrosting 200
Rear window defroster 183
Setting the temperature 197
Automatic headlamp mode 125
Automatic lighting control
Activating 132
Deactivating 132
Automatic locking when driving 110
Automatic shift program 170
Automatic time change
(Daylight Saving Time
(DST) summer/winter) 153Automatic transmission 165
Accelerator position 171
Comfort program mode 170
Emergency operation
(Limp Home Mode) 177
Fluid level 312
Gear ranges 168
Gear selector lever 165
Gear selector lever position 165, 169
Gear shifting malfunctions 177
Kickdown 171
Manual shifting 167
One-touch gearshifting 167
Program mode selector switch 170
Starting the engine 47
Transmission fluid 312
Auxiliary fuse box 432B
Backrest
Folding forward 268
Folding rearward 269
Backup lamp 405, 410
Bulbs 405
Back-up lamps
Bulbs 404
Bar 338
BAS 85, 455
Messages in display 366
Batteries, SmartKey
Check lamp 97, 102
Checking 97, 103
Replacing 402
Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Check lamp 97, 102
Checking 97, 103
Replacing 403
Battery discharged
Jump starting 423