wheel MERCEDES-BENZ CLK550 COUPE 2007 C209 Owner's Manual

Contents
Introduction.......................................... 9
Product information ................................ 9
Operator’s Manual ............................... 10
Service and warranty information .. 10
Important notice for California
retail buyers and lessees of
Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11
Maintenance .................................. 12
Roadside Assistance ...................... 12
Change of address or ownership.... 12
Operating your vehicle
outside the USA or Canada ............ 13
Where to find it .................................... 14
Symbols ............................................... 15
Operating safety .................................. 16
Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16
Problems with your vehicle .................. 17
Reporting safety defects...................... 18
Reporting safety defects ................ 18
Vehicle data recording ......................... 19
Information regarding electronic
recording devices ........................... 19At a glance.......................................... 21
Exterior view ......................................... 22
Cockpit ................................................. 24
Instrument cluster ................................ 26
Multifunction steering wheel ................ 28
Center console ..................................... 29
Upper part ...................................... 29
Lower part ...................................... 30
Overhead control panel ........................ 31
Door control panel................................ 32Getting started................................... 33
Unlocking ............................................. 34
Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 34
Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*......... 35
Starter switch positions .................. 36
Adjusting .............................................. 39
Seats .............................................. 39
Steering wheel ................................ 43
Mirrors ............................................ 45
Driving .................................................. 47
Fastening the seat belts ................. 47
Starting the engine ......................... 50
Parking brake ................................. 53
Driving ............................................ 54
Switching on headlamps ................. 55
Turn signals .................................... 55
Windshield wipers ........................... 56
Problems while driving.................... 58
Parking and locking .............................. 59
Parking brake ................................. 59
Switching off headlamps................. 60
Turning off the engine..................... 60
Releasing seat belts........................ 61
Locking ........................................... 61

Contents
Safety and Security........................... 63
Occupant safety................................... 64
Air bags .......................................... 65
Occupant Classification System ..... 70
Seat belts ....................................... 75
Active head restraints .................... 79
Children in the vehicle .................... 80
Blocking of rear
side window operation ................... 86
Panic alarm .......................................... 87
Activating ....................................... 87
Deactivating ................................... 87
Driving safety systems ......................... 88
ABS ................................................ 88
BAS ................................................ 90
ESP
®............................................... 91
Anti-theft systems................................ 94
Immobilizer..................................... 94
Anti-theft alarm system .................. 94
Controls in detail............................... 97
Locking and unlocking ......................... 98
SmartKey ....................................... 98
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ...... 101
Checking the batteries in
the SmartKey or
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ...... 107
Loss of the SmartKey or
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ...... 107
Opening the doors
from the inside ............................. 108
Opening the trunk ........................ 109
Closing the trunk.......................... 111
Trunk emergency release ............. 116
Valet locking ................................ 117
Automatic central locking ............ 118
Locking and unlocking
from the inside ............................. 118
Seats ................................................. 120
Front seat active head restraints . 120
Rear seat head restraints ............. 120
Multicontour seat* ....................... 123
Seat heating* ............................... 124
Seat ventilation* .......................... 125Memory function ............................... 126
Storing positions into memory ..... 127
Recalling positions from memory. 127
Lighting ............................................. 128
Exterior lamp switch .................... 128
Combination switch ..................... 132
Corner-illuminating front
fog lamps* (With Bi-Xenon*
headlamps only)........................... 133
Hazard warning flasher ................ 135
Interior lighting ............................ 136
Door entry lamps ......................... 137
Trunk lamp ................................... 137
Instrument cluster ............................. 138
Adjusting
instrument cluster illumination .... 138
Coolant temperature indicator ..... 139
Resetting trip odometer ............... 139
Tachometer.................................. 140
Clock............................................ 140
Outside temperature indicator ..... 140
Control system .................................. 141
Multifunction display.................... 141
Multifunction steering wheel........ 142
Menus .......................................... 144
Standard display menu ................ 146

Contents
AUDIO menu ................................ 147
NAV* menu .................................. 149
Vehicle status
message memory menu ............... 149
Settings menu .............................. 151
Trip computer menu..................... 163
TEL menu* ................................... 165
Automatic transmission ..................... 168
Gear selector lever ....................... 168
Shifting procedure ....................... 169
Gear selector lever positions ....... 170
Driving tips ................................... 172
Gear ranges ................................. 173
Automatic shift program .............. 174
Gear selector lever
one-touch gearshifting................. 175
Steering wheel gearshift control
one-touch gearshifting* ............... 177
Emergency operation
(Limp-Home Mode) ...................... 178Good visibility ..................................... 179
Headlamp cleaning system* ......... 179
Rear view mirrors .......................... 179
Sun visors ..................................... 181
Rear window sunshade*
(Canada only) ................................ 182
Rear window defroster .................. 183
Climate control ................................... 184
Deactivating the
climate control system ................. 187
Operating the climate control
system in automatic mode............ 187
Setting the temperature................ 188
Adjusting air distribution............... 188
Adjusting air volume ..................... 189
Front defroster.............................. 189
Air recirculation mode .................. 190
Air conditioning............................. 192
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air vents....................... 193
Automatic climate control .................. 194
Deactivating the automatic
climate control system ................. 197
Operating the automatic
climate control system
in automatic mode ........................ 197Setting the temperature ............... 198
Adjusting air distribution .............. 199
Adjusting air volume ..................... 200
Front defroster ............................. 200
Maximum cooling MAXCOOL ........ 201
Air recirculation mode .................. 201
Charcoal filter ............................... 203
Air conditioning ............................ 204
Residual heat and ventilation*
(Canada only)................................ 205
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air vents ...................... 206
Audio system...................................... 207
Audio and telephone*, operation .. 207
Operating safety ........................... 207
Operating and display elements ... 208
Button and soft key operation ...... 210
Operation...................................... 210
Radio operation ............................ 214
Introduction to satellite radio*
(USA only) ..................................... 218
CD mode....................................... 223
GSM network phones ................... 230
TDMA or CDMA network phones .. 237
Emergency calls “911” ................. 243

Contents
At the gas station .............................. 303
Refueling ...................................... 303
Check regularly
and before a long trip ................... 305
Engine compartment ......................... 306
Hood ............................................ 306
Engine oil ..................................... 308
Transmission fluid level ................ 309
Coolant ........................................ 310
Battery ......................................... 311
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system* ......... 312
Tires and wheels ................................ 313
Important guidelines .................... 313
Tire care and maintenance........... 314
Direction of rotation ..................... 316
Loading the vehicle ...................... 316
Recommended
tire inflation pressure ................... 321
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 323
MOExtended system* .................. 326
Tire labeling.................................. 327
Load identification ....................... 331
DOT,
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ... 332
Maximum tire load ....................... 333Maximum tire inflation pressure ... 334
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (U.S. vehicles) .............. 335
Tire ply material ............................ 336
Tire and loading terminology......... 337
Rotating tires ................................ 340
Winter driving ..................................... 341
Winter tires ................................... 341
Block heater (Canada only) ........... 342
Snow chains.................................. 342
Maintenance....................................... 343
Maintenance
service indicator message ............ 343
Clearing the maintenance
service indicator message ............ 344
Maintenance
service term exceeded.................. 344
Calling up the maintenance
service indicator display ............... 345
Resetting the maintenance
service indicator ........................... 345
Vehicle care........................................ 346
Cleaning and care of vehicle ......... 346
Practical hints.................................. 355
What to do if …? ................................. 356
Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 356
Lamp in center console ................ 366
Vehicle status messages
in the multifunction display .......... 368
Where will I find...? ............................. 394
First aid kit.................................... 394
Vehicle tool kit.............................. 394
Minispare wheel............................ 397
Spare wheel bolts ......................... 398
Unlocking/locking in an emergency .. 399
Unlocking the vehicle ................... 399
Locking the vehicle ....................... 400
Manually unlocking
the gear selector lever .................. 401
Opening/closing in an emergency ..... 402
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ........... 402
Resetting activated head restraints.... 403
Resetting
activated head restraints .............. 403
Replacing SmartKey batteries ............ 404
SmartKey / SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO* ....................... 404

Contents
Replacing bulbs ................................. 406
Bulbs ............................................ 407
Replacing bulbs for front lamps.... 409
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 411
Replacing wiper blades ...................... 413
Removing and installing
wiper blades ................................. 413
Flat tire .............................................. 415
Preparing the vehicle.................... 415
Mounting the Minispare wheel ..... 416
MOExtended system*................... 420
Battery ............................................... 421
Disconnecting the battery ............ 422
Removing the battery ................... 423
Charging and reinstalling
the battery.................................... 423
Reconnecting the battery ............. 424
Jump starting ..................................... 425
Towing the vehicle ............................. 427
Towing the vehicle........................ 427
Installing towing eye bolt.............. 429
Fuses ................................................. 431
Main fuse box
in passenger compartment .......... 432
Fuse box in engine compartment . 433
Fuse box in trunk.......................... 434
Technical data................................. 435
Parts service ...................................... 436
Warranty coverage............................. 437
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet ..................... 437
Identification labels ........................... 438
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 440
CLK 350/CLK 550 ....................... 440
Engine................................................ 441
Rims and tires.................................... 442
Same size tires ............................. 443
Mixed size tires ............................ 444
Minispare wheel ........................... 445
Electrical system ............................... 446
Main dimensions and weights............ 447
Main dimensions .......................... 447
Weights ........................................ 447
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 448
Capacities .................................... 448
Engine oils.................................... 450
Engine oil additives ...................... 450
Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 450
Brake fluid .................................... 450
Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 451
Fuel requirements ........................ 451Gasoline additives ........................ 452
Coolants ...................................... 453
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*......... 455
Index................................................. 457

16 Introduction
Operating safety
Proper use of the vehicle
Proper use of the vehicle requires that you
are familiar with the following information
and rules:

the safety precautions in this manual

the “Technical data” section in this
manual

traffic rules and regulations

motor vehicle laws and safety
standards
Warning!G
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because
the vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made
may produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore
never turn off the engine while driving.
Warning!G
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody
or tires / wheels, for example when running
over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole,
may cause serious damage to and impair the
operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a
sudden significant vibration or ride distur-
bance, or you suspect that damage to your
vehicle has occurred, you should turn on
your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow
down, and drive with caution to an area
which is a safe distance from the road.
Inspect the vehicle underbody and
tires / wheels for possible damage. If the
vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the
nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or other qualified maintenance or repair
facility for further inspection or repairs.
Warning!G
Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle. These warning labels are intended
to make you and others aware of various
risks. You should not remove any of these
warning labels unless explicitly instructed to
do so by information on the label itself.
Removal of any of these labels may cause
you and others to be unaware of certain
risks which may result in an accident and/or
personal injury.

21 At a glance
Exterior view
Cockpit
Instrument cluster
Multifunction steering wheel
Center console
Overhead control panel
Door control panel

23 At a glance
Exterior view
ItemPage
1Trunk
Unlocking
Opening and closing
Minispare wheel
Vehicle tool kit
34
109,
111
397
395
2Rear lamps407
3Rear window, defrosting183
4Fuel filler flap
Refueling
Gasoline303
303
451
5Doors
Locking and unlocking
Opening
Locking/unlocking in an
emergency
34, 62,
98
108
399
ItemPage
6Exterior rear view mirror
Adjusting
Auto-dimming rear view
mirrors
45
180
7Tires and wheels
Checking tire inflation pres-
sure
Run Flat Indicator*
General information
Vehicle tool kit
Minispare wheel
Flat tire313
323
324
313
394
397
415
8Towing
Installing towing eye bolt427
429
9Front lamps409
ItemPage
aHood, opening
Engine oil
Coolant
Battery306
308
310
311
bWindshield wipers
Wiper blades, replacing
Wiper blades, cleaning56
413
351
cWindshield
Front window, defrosting
Cleaning with wiper fluid
Cleaning
185,
195
57
351
dPower tilt/sliding sunroof
Opening and closing
Opening and closing in an
emergency
251
402

25 At a glance
Cockpit
ItemPage
1Steering wheel gearshift
paddles*177
2Combination switch

Turn signals

Windshield wipers

High beam
55
56
55
3Cruise control lever253
4Multifunction steering
wheel28,
142
5Instrument cluster26,
138
6Starter switch36
7Front Parktronic* warning
indicator (Canada only)257
8Overhead control panel31
9Glove box268
ItemPage
aDepending on vehicle pro-
duction date:
Storage box
Cup holder
268
272
bCenter console29, 30
cHood lock release307
dHorn
eSteering wheel adjustment
stalk43
fParking brake pedal53
gDoor control panel32
hParking brake release53
jExterior lamp switch55,
128
kExterior rear view mirror ad-
justment45
lHeadlamp washer switch*179

28 At a glance
Multifunction steering wheel
ItemPage
1Multifunction display141
Operating control system142
2Selecting the submenu or
setting the volume:
Press button
æup / to increase
çdown / to decrease
3Telephone*:
Press button
sto take a call
to dial a call166
166
tto end a call
to reject an incoming
call166
166
ItemPage
4Menu systems:
Press button
èfor next menu
ÿfor previous menu
5Moving within a menu:
Press button
jfor next display
kfor previous display