ESP MERCEDES-BENZ CLK63AMG 2007 A209 Owner's Manual
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Contents
Safety and Security........................... 63
Occupant safety................................... 64
Air bags .......................................... 65
Occupant Classification System ..... 71
Seat belts ....................................... 75
Active head restraints .................... 80
Roll bars ......................................... 81
Children in the vehicle .................... 82
Blocking of rear
side window operation ................... 86
Panic alarm .......................................... 87
Activating ....................................... 87
Deactivating ................................... 87
Driving safety systems ......................... 88
ABS ................................................ 88
BAS ................................................ 90
ESP
®............................................... 90
Anti-theft systems................................ 95
Immobilizer..................................... 95
Anti-theft alarm system .................. 95
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.......................... 110
Trunk emergency release ............. 116
Valet locking ................................ 117
Automatic central locking ............ 117
Locking and unlocking
from the inside ............................. 118
Seats ................................................. 119
Front seat active head restraints . 119
Rear seat head restraints ............. 119
Multicontour seat* ....................... 121
Seat heating* ............................... 122
Seat ventilation* .......................... 123Memory function ............................... 124
Storing positions into memory ..... 125
Recalling positions from memory. 125
Lighting ............................................. 126
Exterior lamp switch .................... 126
Combination switch ..................... 130
Corner-illuminating front
fog lamps* (With Bi-Xenon*
headlamps only)........................... 131
Hazard warning flasher ................ 133
Interior lighting ............................ 134
Door entry lamps ......................... 135
Trunk lamp ................................... 135
Instrument cluster ............................. 136
Adjusting
instrument cluster illumination .... 136
Coolant temperature indicator ..... 137
Resetting trip odometer ............... 137
Tachometer.................................. 138
Clock............................................ 138
Outside temperature indicator ..... 138
Control system .................................. 139
Multifunction display.................... 139
Multifunction steering wheel........ 140
Menus .......................................... 142
Standard display menu ................ 145
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9
Product information
Introduction
Product information
Please observe the following in your own
best interest:
We recommend using Genuine
Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion
parts and accessories explicitly approved
by us for your vehicle model.
We have tested these parts to determine
their reliability, safety and special
suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.We are unable to make an assessment for
other products and therefore cannot be
held responsible for them, even if in indi-
vidual cases an official approval or authori-
zation by governmental or other agencies
should exist. Use of such parts and acces-
sories could adversely affect the safety,
performance or reliability of your vehicle.
Please do not use them.Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as
conversion parts and accessories
approved by us are available at your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where
you will receive comprehensive informa-
tion, also on permissible technical modifi-
cations, and where proper installation will
be performed.
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15 Introduction
Symbols
Symbols
Trademarks:
ESP® is a registered trademark of
DaimlerChrysler.
HomeLink® is a registered trademark
of Prince, a Johnson Controls
Company.
SIRIUS and related marks are trade-
marks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.The following symbols are found in this
Operator’s Manual:
* Optional equipment is identified
with an asterisk. Since standard
equipment varies between models,
the descriptions and illustrations in
this manual may differ slightly from
the actual equipment of your
vehicle.
This symbol points to instructions for
you to follow.
A number of these symbols appearing
in succession indicates a multiple-step
procedure.
Page This symbol tells you where to
look for further information on a
topic.
This continuation symbol marks
a procedure which is continued
on the next page.
This continuation symbol marks
a warning which is continued on
the next page.
-> This symbol is used to indicate
cross-references to term defina-
tions.
DisplayWords appearing in the multi-
function display and Audio dis-
play are printed in the type
shown here.
Warning!G
Warning notices draw your attention to haz-
ards that may endanger your health or life,
or the health or life of others.
!Highlights hazards that may result in dam-
age to your vehicle.
iHelpful hints or further information you may
find useful.
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19 Introduction
Vehicle data recording
Vehicle data recording
Information regarding electronic
recording devices
(Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951)
Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system,
may transmit some data in certain accidents.
This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety.
DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others
for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes
with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee
in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency
for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or
as otherwise required or permitted by law.
Please check the Tele Aid subscription service agreement for details regarding the information that may be recorded or transmitted
via that system.
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27 At a glance
Instrument cluster
ItemPage
1LLeft turn signal indica-
tor lamp55
2vESP® warning lamp372
3Speedometer
4Multifunction display139
5lDistance warning
lamp
Warning lamp without func-
tion. It illuminates with the ig-
nition on. It should go out
when the engine is running.
6KRight turn signal indi-
cator lamp55
7Coolant temperature
indicator with:137
•Coolant temperature
warning lamp371,
391
ItemPage
8Tachometer with:138
1Supplemental
Restraint System
(SRS) indicator lamp64,
375,
375
-Antilock Brake Sys-
tem (ABS) indicator
lamp366
AHigh beam headlamp
indicator lamp131
BLow beam headlamp
indicator lamp131
9Main odometer with:
Gear selector lever
position139
Program mode139
ItemPage
aClock with:158
;Brake warning lamp,
USA only368
3Brake warning lamp,
Canada only368
úEngine malfunction in-
dicator lamp,
USA only369
±Engine malfunction in-
dicator lamp,
Canada only369
CRoll bar warning lamp
bFuel display with:
AFuel reserve warning
lamp373
cReset button for:
Resetting trip odometer136
Adjusting instrument
cluster illumination136
Confirming new time set-
tings158
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29 At a glance
Center console
Center console
Upper partItemPage
1Seat heater*, driver’s side
Seat ventilation*, driver’s
side122
123
2Parktronic system* deacti-
vation switch (CLK 63 AMG
(USA), Canada all vehicles)270
3ESP® control switch90
4Hazard warning flasher
switch - switching on/off133
5Central unlocking switch
Central locking switch118
118
6Switch for lowering rear
seat head restraints120
7Anti-theft alarm system
indicator lamp95
ItemPage
8Seat heater*,
passenger side
Seat ventilation*,
passenger side122
123
9Front passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp74,
376
aAudio system,
or
COMAND* (see separate
operating instructions)149
bClimate control
Automatic climate control
Rear window defroster 188
198
187
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34 Getting started
The “Getting started” section provides an
overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-
tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners
should pay special attention to the infor-
mation given here.
If you are already familiar with the basic
functions described here, the “Controls in
detail” section will provide you with further
information. The corresponding page
references are located at the end of each
segment.
Unlocking
Unlocking with the SmartKey
SmartKey with remote control
1‹Lock button
2ŠOpening button for trunk
3ŒUnlock button
4ÂPanic button (
page 87)
Press unlock button Œ on the
SmartKey.
All turn signal lamps flash once.
An acoustic signal sounds once.
For more information, see “Factory
setting” (
page 100).
The locking knobs in the doors
move up.
The anti-theft alarm system is dis-
armed.
Enter the vehicle and insert the
SmartKey in the starter switch.
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36 Getting started
Unlocking
Starter switch positions
SmartKey
Starter switch
0For removing SmartKey
The steering is locked when the
SmartKey is removed from the starter
switch.
1Power supply for some electrical
consumers, such as seat adjustment
2Ignition (power supply for all electrical
consumers) and driving position
All lamps (except low beam headlamp
indicator lamp, high beam headlamp in-
dicator lamp, and turn signal indicator
lamps unless activated) in the instru-
ment cluster come on. If a lamp in the
instrument cluster fails to come on
when the ignition is switched on, have
it checked and replaced if necessary. If
a lamp in the instrument cluster re-
mains on after starting the engine or
comes on while driving, refer to “Lamps
in instrument cluster” (
page 366).
3Starting position
Warning!G
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
from the starter switch, take it with you, and
lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised ac-
cess to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury.
iWhen you switch on the ignition, the
indicator and warning lamps (except low beam
headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp
indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps
unless activated) in the instrument cluster come
on. The indicator and warning lamps (except low
beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam head-
lamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator
lamps if activated) will go out when the engine is
running. This indicates that the respective sys-
tems are operational.
iThe SmartKey can only be removed from the
starter switch with the gear selector lever in
positionP.
iIf the SmartKey is left in starter switch
position0 for an extended period of time, it can
no longer be turned in the switch. In this case,
the steering is locked. To unlock, remove
SmartKey from starter switch and reinsert.
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37 Getting started
Unlocking
For more information, see “SmartKey”
(
page 98).
For information on starting the engine us-
ing the SmartKey, see “Starting with the
SmartKey” (
page 51).SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-
ton on the gear selector lever corresponds
to turning the SmartKey to the various
starter positions.
If you firmly depress the brake pedal dur-
ing pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button, the engine starts automatically.
You can also use the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey.
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button
1USA only
2Canada only
The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be
located in the vehicle.
Make sure the gear selector lever is set
toP.
Do not depress the brake pedal.
!If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the
starter switch, the battery may not be sufficient-
ly charged.
Check the battery and charge it if necessary
(
page 447).
Get a jump start (page 450).
To prevent accelerated battery discharge or a
completely discharged battery, always remove
the SmartKey from the starter switch when the
engine is not in operation.
iThe function of the SmartKey overrules the
KEYLESS-GO function.
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38 Getting started
Unlocking
Position 0
Before you press the KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board
electronics have status0 (as with
SmartKey removed).
Position 1
Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button once.
This supplies power for some electrical
consumers, such as seat adjustment.Ignition (or position 2)
Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-
ton twice.
This supplies power for all electrical
consumers. All the lamps (except low
beam headlamp indicator lamp, high
beam headlamp indicator lamp, and
turn signal indicator lamps unless acti-
vated) in the instrument cluster come
on. If a lamp in the instrument cluster
fails to come on when the ignition is
switched on, have it checked and re-
placed if necessary. If a lamp in the in-
strument cluster remains on after
starting the engine or comes on while
driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument
cluster”(
page 366).For more information, see “SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO*” (
page 101).
For information on starting the engine
using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button,
see “Starting with KEYLESS-GO*”
(
page 51).
iIf you now press the KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button
once again, the ignition (position2) is
switched on.
twice, the power supply is again switched
off.
iIf you now press the KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button once, the power supply is
again switched off.
iWhen you switch on the ignition, the indica-
tor and warning lamps (except low beam head-
lamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp
indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps
unless activated) in the instrument cluster come
on. The indicator and warning lamps (except low
beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam head-
lamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator
lamps if activated) will go out when the engine is
running. This indicates that the respective sys-
tems are operational.