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          • CLK430 CLK55AMG
  • Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
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  • We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
  • DaimlerChrysler AG
• Contents
  • Contents
    • Contents
      • Contents
  • Product information 7
  • Operator’s manual 8
  • Where to find it 13
  • Reporting Safety Defects 15
  • Instruments and controls
  • Instruments and controls 18
  • Center console 20
    • Center console 20
    • Overhead control panel 21
  • Operation
  • Vehicle keys 24
  • Start lock-out 27
  • General notes on the central locking system 27
  • Central locking system 28
  • Radio frequency and infrared remote control 28
    • Radio frequency and infrared remote control 28
    • Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside 32
    • Panic button 33
    • Mechanical keys 33
  • Doors 34
  • Central locking switch 36
  • Automatic central locking 37
    • Automatic central locking 37
  • Emergency unlocking in case of accident 37
  • Trunk 38
  • Trunk lid release switch 40
  • Trunk lid emergency release 41
  • Antitheft alarm system 42
  • Tow-away alarm 44
  • Power seats, front 45
  • Front head restraints 51
    • Front head restraints 51
    • Rear head restraints 52
  • Backrest 54
  • Multicontour seat 55
  • Heated seats 56
  • Seat belts and integrated restraint system 58
  • Seat belts 58
  • Seat belt nonusage warning system 59
    • Seat belt nonusage warning system 59
  • BabySmart
  • Self-test BabySmart
    • Self-test BabySmart
  • Supplemental restraint system (SRS) 66
  • Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 66
  • Airbags 67
  • Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 73
    • Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 73
    • Infant and child restraint systems 75
  • Adjusting telescoping steering column 78
  • Inside rear view mirror 79
  • Exterior rear view mirrors 80
  • Instrument cluster 84
  • Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 86
  • Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 90
  • Trip and main odometer, vehicle speed, FSS and engine oil level indicator 94
  • Audio systems 95
  • Radio 95
    • Radio 95
    • CD player 96
    • Cassette player 97
  • Telephone 98
  • Telephone book 98
    • Telephone book 98
    • Redialing 100
    • Incoming call 102
  • Navigation system 103
  • Trip computer 104
  • Malfunction message memory 106
  • Individual settings 108
  • Setting the audio volume 110
  • Flexible service system (FSS) 111
  • Engine oil level indicator 114
  • Engine oil consumption 115
  • Exterior lamp switch 116
  • Night security illumination 117
  • Headlamp cleaning system 118
  • Combination switch 119
  • Hazard warning flasher switch 121
  • Automatic climate control 122
  • Display and controls 124
    • Display and controls 124
    • Basic setting - automatic mode 124
    • Economy 125
    • Special settings 125
    • Rear window defroster 126
    • Air recirculation 127
    • Residual engine heat utilization 127
    • Dust filter 128
  • Audio and telephone, operation 129
  • Power windows 147
  • Sliding/pop-up roof 149
  • Interior lighting 151
  • Rear window sunshade 152
  • Sun visors 152
  • Illuminated vanity mirrors 153
  • Interior 153
  • Storage compartments, armrest and cup holder 153
  • Glove box 154
    • Glove box 154
  • Ashtrays 157
  • Lighter 159
  • Enlarged cargo area – split folding rear seat backrest 160
  • Loading instructions 162
  • Cargo tie down rings 163
  • Parcel net in front passenger footwell 164
  • Telephone, general 164
  • Cellular telephone 165
  • Garage door opener 166
  • Ski sack 170
  • Driving
  • Control and operation of radio transmitters 176
  • The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 177
  • Maintenance 177
  • Catalytic converter 178
  • Emission control 179
  • Tele Aid 180
  • Steering lock 190
  • Starting and turning off the engine 192
  • Automatic transmission 193
  • Parking brake 202
  • Driving instructions 203
  • Drive sensibly – save fuel 203
    • Drive sensibly – save fuel 203
    • Drinking and driving 203
    • Pedals 203
    • Power assistance 204
    • Brakes 204
    • Driving off 205
    • Parking 205
    • Tires 206
    • Snow chains 209
    • Winter driving instructions 209
    • Deep water 210
    • Passenger compartment 211
    • Traveling abroad 211
  • Cruise control 212
  • Brake assist system (BAS) 215
  • Antilock brake system (ABS) 217
  • Electronic stability program (ESP) 219
  • What you should know at the gas station 223
  • Check regularly and before a long trip 225
  • Instrument cluster display
  • Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 228
  • On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 228
    • On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 228
    • Brake warning lamp 229
    • Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp 230
    • Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 230
    • Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp 231
    • BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp 231
    • ABS malfunction indicator lamp 231
    • Telescoping steering column – indicator lamp 232
    • Seat belt warning lamp 232
  • Malfunction and indicator lamps in the center console 232
  • AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 232
    • AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 232
  • Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display 233
  • DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) 234
    • DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) 234
    • DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) 234
    • BATTERY/ALTERNATOR 235
    • ABS-SYSTEM 236
    • BRAKE ASSIST 236
    • BRAKE LINING WEAR 237
    • BRAKE FLUID 237
    • PARKING BRAKE 238
    • ENGINE FAN 238
    • COOLANT (coolant level) 239
    • COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) 240
    • LIGHTING SYSTEM 241
    • LIGHT SENSOR 242
    • STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. 242
    • ENGINE OIL LEVEL 243
    • ELEC. STABIL. PROGRAM. (Electronic stability program) 244
    • REMOVE KEY 244
    • WASHER FLUID 245
    • TELE AID 246
  • Practical hints
  • First aid kit 248
  • Shelf below rear window 248
  • Stowing things in the vehicle 248
  • Fuses 249
  • Hood 251
  • Checking engine oil level 253
  • Automatic transmission fluid level 254
  • Coolant level 254
  • Adding coolant 255
    • Adding coolant 255
  • Windshield washer / headlamp cleaning system 256
  • Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio 256
    • Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio 256
  • Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment 257
  • Vehicle jack 258
  • Wheels 259
  • Tire replacement 259
    • Tire replacement 259
    • Rotating wheels 260
  • Spare wheel 261
  • Changing wheels 262
  • Tire inflation pressure 267
  • Battery 268
  • Jump starting 270
  • Towing the vehicle 272
  • Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking 274
    • Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking 274
  • Exterior lamps 275
  • Headlamp assembly 276
    • Headlamp assembly 276
    • Taillamp assemblies 278
  • Adjusting headlamp aim 280
  • Changing batteries in the electronic main key 283
  • Synchronizing remote control 285
    • Synchronizing remote control 285
  • Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof 286
  • Manual release for fuel filler flap 287
  • Replacing wiper blade insert 287
  • Trunk lamp 289
  • Roof rack 289
  • Vehicle care
  • Cleaning and care of the vehicle 292
  • Power washer 293
    • Power washer 293
    • Tar stains 293
    • Paintwork, painted body components 293
    • Engine cleaning 294
    • Vehicle washing 294
    • Ornamental moldings 294
    • Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses 294
    • Window cleaning 295
    • Wiper blade 295
    • Light alloy wheels 295
    • Instrument cluster 295
    • Steering wheel and gear selector lever 295
    • Cup holder 296
    • Seat belts 296
    • Hard plastic trim items 296
    • Headliner and shelf below rear window 296
    • Upholstery 296
    • Plastic and rubber parts 296
  • Technical data
  • Spare parts service 298
  • Warranty coverage 298
  • Identification labels 299
  • Layout of poly-V-belt drive 300
  • Technical data 301
  • Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. – capacities 305
  • Engine oils 307
  • Engine oil additives 307
  • Air conditioner refrigerant 307
  • Brake fluid 307
  • Premium unleaded gasoline 308
  • Fuel requirements 308
  • Gasoline additives 309
  • Coolants 309
  • Consumer information 311
  • Index
  • Index 313
• Introduction
  • Introduction
    • Introduction
      • Introduction
        • Introduction
      • Introduction
        • Introduction
        • Product information
        • Product information
    • Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:
    • We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories expli...
    • We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability f...
    • We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible f...
    • Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are avail...
  • Operator’s manual
    • Operator’s manual
      • Operator’s manual
        • Operator’s manual
        • Operator’s Manual
    • This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefu...
    • For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instruction...
    • Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may f...
    • Service and warranty information
      • Service and warranty information
    • The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties c...
    • • New Car Limited Warranty,
      • • New Car Limited Warranty,
      • • Emission System Warranty,
      • • Emission Performance Warranty,
      • • California, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Massachuse...
      • • State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).
    • Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
      • Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
    • Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purc...
    • Maintenance
      • Maintenance
    • The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at reg...
    • Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Be...
    • Roadside assistance
      • Roadside assistance
        • Roadside assistance
      • Roadside assistance
    • The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the even...
    • 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
      • 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
        • 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
    • will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24hours a day, 365days a year.
    • For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in you...
    • Change of address or ownership
      • Change of address or ownership
    • If you change your address, be sure to send in the
    • If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to t...
    • If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the
    • Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
      • Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
    • If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:
    • • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,
      • • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,
      • • unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leade...
      • • gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.
    • Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Pro...
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          • In the USA:
          • In Canada:
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          • Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
          • Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario...
    • We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the...
    • Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever ne...
    • If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, you...
    • The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the veh...
  • Introduction
    • Introduction
      • Introduction
        • Introduction
        • Where to find it
        • Where to find it
    • The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections:
    • • Instruments and controls:
      • • Instruments and controls:
        • • Instruments and controls:
      • • Operation:
        • • Operation:
      • • Driving:
        • • Driving:
      • • Instrument cluster display:
        • • Instrument cluster display:
      • • Practical hints:
        • • Practical hints:
      • • Car care:
        • • Car care:
      • • Technical data:
        • • Technical data:
      • • Index:
        • • Index:
    • Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.
    • Explanation of color used:
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          • Warning notices for the protection of yourself and others appear on red background.
  • Problems with your vehicle
    • Problems with your vehicle
      • Problems with your vehicle
        • Problems with your vehicle
    • If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affec...
    • In the
      • In the
      • Client Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
      • In Canada:
      • Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontari...
    • For the
  • Reporting Safety Defects
    • Reporting Safety Defects
      • Reporting Safety Defects
        • Reporting Safety Defects
        • Reporting Safety Defects
    • If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or ...
    • If
    • To contact
• Contents – Instruments and controls
  • Contents – Instruments and controls
    • Contents – Instruments and controls
      • Contents – Instruments and controls
  • Instruments and controls 18
  • Center console 20
    • Center console 20
    • Overhead control panel 21
• Instruments and controls
  • Instruments and controls
    • Instruments and controls
      • Instruments and controls
        • Instruments and controls
      • Instruments and controls
        • Instruments and controls
        • Instruments and controls
        • Instruments and controls
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    • For more detailed descriptions see index on page
    • For adjustment of air outlets, refer to automatic climate control, see page
    • 1 Side air outlet, adjustable
      • 1 Side air outlet, adjustable
      • 2 Air volume control for side air outlet
      • 3 Exterior lamp switch, see page
      • 4 Parking brake release, see page
      • 5 Parking brake pedal, see page
      • 6 Hood lock release, see page
      • 7 Combination switch, see page
      • 8 Cruise control switch, see page
      • 9 Multifunction steering wheel, see page
      • 10 Instrument cluster, see page
      • 11 Voice recognition system switch, see separate operating instructions
      • 12 Steering lock with ignition/starter switch, see page
      • 13 Center air outlets, adjustable
      • 14 Air volume control for center air outlets
      • 15 Left front seat heater switch, see page
      • 16 Headlamp washer switch, see page
      • 17 Switch for rear seat head restraints, see page
      • 18 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page
      • 19 Central locking switch
      • 20 Switch for tow-away alarm, see page
      • 21 Right front seat heater switch, see page
      • 22 Automatic climate control, see page
      • 23 Glove box (illuminated with electronic key in steering lock position1 or2), see page
      • 24 Audio system, see page
      • 25 Storage compartment
      • 26 Ashtray with lighter, see page
    • Center console
      • Center console
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      • 1 ESP control switch, see page
        • 1 ESP control switch, see page
        • 2 Program mode selector switch, see page
        • 3 Switch for rear window sunshade, see page
        • 4 Airbag Off indicator lamp
        • 5 Left power window switch, see page
        • 6 Trunk lid release switch
        • 7 Mirror adjustment switch, see page
        • 8 Right power window switch, see page
    • Overhead control panel
      • Overhead control panel
        • Overhead control panel
          • Overhead control panel
          • Overhead control panel
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      • 1 Interior lighting, see page
        • 1 Interior lighting, see page
        • 2 Sliding/pop-up roof, see page
        • 3 TeleAid (emergency call system), see page
        • 4 Hands-free microphone for TeleAid, telephone and voice recognition system.
        • 5 Rear view mirror, see page
        • 6 Garage door opener, see page
• Contents – Operation
  • Contents – Operation
    • Contents – Operation
      • Contents – Operation
  • Vehicle keys 24
  • Start lock-out 27
  • General notes on the central locking system 27
  • Central locking system 28
  • Radio frequency and infrared remote control 28
    • Radio frequency and infrared remote control 28
    • Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside 32
    • Panic button 33
    • Mechanical keys 33
  • Doors 34
  • Central locking switch 36
  • Automatic central locking 37
    • Automatic central locking 37
  • Emergency unlocking in case of accident 37
  • Trunk 38
  • Trunk lid release switch 40
  • Trunk lid emergency release 41
  • Antitheft alarm system 42
  • Tow-away alarm 44
  • Power seats, front 45
  • Front head restraints 51
    • Front head restraints 51
    • Rear head restraints 52
  • Backrest 54
  • Multicontour seat 55
  • Heated seats 56