technical data MERCEDES-BENZ CLS500 2008 W219 Owner's Guide

443 Technical data
Rims and tires
ModelCLS 63 AMG (Performance Package*)CLS 63 AMG (Performance Package*)
Front axle:
Rims (light alloy)8.5 J x 19 H28.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset0.98 in (25 mm)0.98 in (25 mm)
Summer tires1
1Radial-ply tires
255/35 ZR19 96Y XL (Extra Load) –
Winter tires1,3 –245/35 R19 93V XL (Extra Load) M+S.
Rear axle:
Rims (light alloy)9.5Jx19H2
or
10 J x 19 H29.5Jx19H2
Wheel offset1.10 in (28 mm)1.10 in (28 mm)
Summer tires1,2285/30 ZR19 98Y XL (Extra Load) –
Winter tires1,2,3
2Must not be used with snow chains.3Not available as factory equipment.
–275/30 R19 96V XL (Extra Load) M+S.

444 Technical data
Rims and tires
MOExtended tires*
ModelCLS 550CLS 550
Front axle:
Rims (light alloy)8.5 J x 18 H28.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset1.10 in (28 mm)1.10 in (28 mm)
Summer tires1,2
1Radial-ply tires2Must be used in conjunction with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (U.S. vehicles), Run Flat Indicator (Canada vehicles), or
Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System* (Canada only).
245/40 R18 93Y MOExtended –
Winter tires1,2,3
3Not available as factory equipment.
–245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S.MOExtended
Rear axle:
Rims (light alloy)9.5Jx18H28.5Jx18H2
Wheel offset1.30 in (33 mm)0.71 in (18 mm)
Summer tires1,2,4
4Must not be used with snow chains.
275/35 R18 95Y MOExtended –
Winter tires1,2,3 –245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S .MOExtended

445 Technical data
Rims and tires
Spare wheel
ModelCLS 550
CLS 550 (AMG Sport Package*)CLS 63 AMGCLS 63 AMG
(Performance Package*)
Rim4.0Bx17H26.0 B x 18 H26.5 B x 19 H2
Wheel offset1.34 in (34 mm)0.98 in (25 mm)0.55 in (14 mm)
Minispare tire1
1Must not be used with snow chains.
T 155/70 R17 110M – –
Collapsible tire1 –175/55-18 95P175/50-19 97P
!Please compare the recommended tire in-
flation pressure for your vehicle with the tire in-
flation pressure on the yellow label located on
the spare wheel rim.
If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label
on the spare wheel rim differs from the values
given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the spare
wheel tire to the recommended tire inflation
pressure given on the yellow label on the spare
wheel rim.iPlease note that the tire inflation pressure of
the Minispare tire and the collapsible tire differs
from the tire inflation pressure of the road tires.
Make sure the Minispare tire is inflated to ap-
proximately 61 psi (4.2 bar).
Inflate the collapsible tire to approximately
51 psi (3.5 bar).

446 Technical data
Electrical system
ModelCLS 550CLS 63 AMG
Generator (alternator)14 V/180 A14 V/180 A
Starter motor12 V/1.7 kW12 V/2.1 kW
Battery12 V/100 Ah12 V/95 Ah
Spark plugsBosch F8 DPP 332U
NGK PFR 5R-11NGK ILZKAR7A10
Electrode gap0.039 in (1.00 mm)0.039 in (1.00 mm)
Tightening torque18.5 - 22 lb-ft (25 - 30 Nm)15 - 18.5 lb-ft (20 -25 Nm)

447 Technical data
Main dimensions and weights
Main dimensions and weights
Main dimensions
Weights
ModelCLS 550CLS 63 AMG
Overall vehicle length193.3 in (4 910 mm)193.5 in (4 915 mm)
Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view
mirrors folded out)81.1 in (2 059 mm)81.1 in (2 059 mm)
Overall vehicle height55.7 in (1 414 mm)54.5 in (1 389 mm)
Wheelbase112.4 in (2 854 mm)112.4 in (2 854 mm)
Track, front62.5 in (1 587 mm)63 in (1 599 mm)
Track, rear61.8 in (1 570 mm)62.3 in (1 583 mm)
Roof load max.220 lb (100 kg)
Trunk load max.220 lb (100 kg)

448 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Capacities
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore only use
products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or
inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Warning!G
Comply with all valid regulations with re-
spect to handling, storing and disposing of
service fluids. Otherwise you could endan-
ger persons or the environment.
Keep service fluids out of the reach of chil-
dren.
For health reasons, you should prevent ser-
vice fluids from coming into direct contact
with your skin or clothing.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a phy-
sician immediately.
ModelCapacityFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Engine with oil filterCLS 5509.0 US qt (8.5 l)Approved engine oils
CLS 63 AMG9.3 US qt (8.8 l)
Automatic transmissionCLS 5509.7 US qt (9.2 l)MB Automatic Transmission Fluid
CLS 63 AMG9.3 US qt (8.8 l)
Rear axleCLS 5501.37 US qt (1.3 l)Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
CLS 63 AMG1.27 US qt (1.2 l)Hypoid gear oil SAE 75 W 140

449 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
ModelCapacityFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Power steeringCLS 550approx. 1.0 US qt (0.9 l)MB Power Steering Fluid (Chevron
Texaco PSF 9109)1
1For detailed information, please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
CLS 63 AMGapprox. 1.3 US qt (1.2 l)
Front wheel hubsCLS 550approx. 3.0 oz (85 g) eachHigh temperature roller bearing grease
CLS 63 AMGapprox. 3.2 oz (90 g) each
Brake systemAll models0.63 US qt (0.6 l)MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+)
Cooling systemCLS 55011.9 US qt (11.3 l)MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
CLS 63 AMG12.5 US qt (11.8 l)
Fuel tankAll models21.12 US gal (80.0 l)Premium unleaded gasoline:
Minimum Posted Octane 91
(Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON)
including a reserve ofCLS 5502.38 US gal (9.0 l)
CLS 63 AMG3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
Air conditioning systemAll modelsR-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant
oil (never R-12)
Washer system All models4.8 US qt (4.5 l)MB Windshield Washer Concentrate2
2Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and
commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (page 455).
Washer and headlamp cleaning*
systemAll models6.9 US qt (6.5 l)

450 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Engine oils
Engine oils are specifically tested for their
suitability in our engines and durability for
our service intervals. Therefore, only use
approved engine oils and oil filters re-
quired for vehicles with Maintenance Sys-
tem. For a listing of approved engine oils
and oil filters, refer to the Factory Ap-
proved Service Products pamphlet (USA
only), or contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Engine oil additives
Air conditioning refrigerant
R-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG
lubricating oil are used in the air condition-
ing system.
Brake fluid
Only brake fluid approved by
Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will pro-
vide you with additional information.
!Using engine oils and oil filters of specifica-
tion other than those expressly required for the
Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil
filter at change intervals longer than those called
for by the Maintenance System will result in en-
gine or emission control system damage not cov-
ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Please follow Maintenance System recommen-
dations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do
so could result in engine or emission control sys-
tem damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
!Do not blend oil additives with engine oil.
They may damage the engine.
Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending
oil additives are not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
!Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lu-
bricating oil. Otherwise damage to the system
will occur.
Warning!G
During vehicle operation, the boiling point of
the brake fluid is continuously reduced
through the absorption of moisture from the
atmosphere. Under extremely strenuous op-
erating conditions, this moisture content
can lead to the formation of bubbles in the
system, thus reducing the system’s efficien-
cy.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced
regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s Mainte-
nance Booklet for replacement interval.

451 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Premium unleaded gasolineFuel requirements
Only use premium unleaded fuel:

The octane number (posted at the
pump) must be 91 min. It is an average
of both the Research Octane Number
(RON) and the Motor Octane Number
(MON): (RON+MON)/2. This is also
known as the ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates
such as ethanol, IPA, IBA and TBA can be
used provided the ratio of any one of these
oxygenates to gasoline does not
exceed 10%; MTBE must not exceed 15%.
The ratio of methanol to gasoline must not
exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents.
Using mixtures of ethanol and methanol is
not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10%
ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be
used.
These blends must also meet all other fuel
requirements, such as resistance to spark
knock, boiling range, vapor pressure, etc.Warning!G
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious per-
sonal injury.
Never allow sparks, flame or smoking mate-
rials near gasoline!
Turn off the engine before refueling.
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid in-
haling fumes and skin or clothing contact,
extinguish all smoking materials.
Direct skin contact with fuels and the inha-
lation of fuel vapors can damage your
health.
!To maintain the engine’s durability and per-
formance, premium unleaded gasoline must be
used. If premium unleaded gasoline is not avail-
able and low octane fuel is used, follow these
precautions:

Have the fuel tank only partially filled with
unleaded regular gasoline and fill up with
premium unleaded gasoline as soon as pos-
sible.

Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceler-
ation.

Do not exceed an engine speed of 3000 rpm
if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such
as two persons and no luggage.

Do not exceed 2/3 of maximum accelerator
pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or
operating in mountainous terrain.

452 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Gasoline additives
A major concern among engine manufac-
turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso-
line. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the
use of quality gasoline containing additives
that prevent the build-up of carbon depos-
its.
After an extended period of using fuels
without such additives, carbon deposits
can build up especially on the intake valves
and in the combustion area, leading to
engine performance problems such as:

Warm-up hesitation

Unstable idle

Knocking/pinging

Misfire

Power lossIn areas where carbon deposits may be
encountered due to lack of availability of
gasolines which contain these additives,
Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of
additives approved by us for use on
Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Refer to Factory
Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA
only) or contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for a listing of ap-
proved product(s). Follow directions on
product label.
Do not blend other fuel additives with fuel.
This only results in unnecessary costs and
may be harmful to the engine operation.
Coolants
The engine coolant is a mixture of water
and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro-
vides:

Corrosion protection

Freeze protection

Boiling protection (by increasing the
boiling point)
The cooling system was filled at the factory
with a coolant providing freeze protection
to approximately -35°F (-37°C) and corro-
sion protection.
!Damage or malfunction resulting from poor
fuel quality or from blending additional fuel addi-
tives other than those tested and approved by us
for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles listed in the
Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet
are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.!Add premixed coolant solution only. Adding
water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
separately from each other, could cause engine
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim-
ited Warranty.