2001 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK430 trunk release

287 Manual release for fuel filler flap
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Manual release for fuel filler flap
The manual release knob is located behind the right
side trunk panel.
In case the central locking system does not release the
fuel filler flap, pull the manual release knob while
simultaneously opening the fuel filler f lap.Replacing wiper blade insert
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the
motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward.
Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield
glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be
scratched or broken.
Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed.
An improperly installed wiper blade may cause
windshield damage.

316 Index
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data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
Doors .................................................................................. 34
Drinking and driving ....................................................203
Drive sensibly - save fuel ..............................................203
Driving instructions ......................................................203
Driving off .......................................................................205
EELEC. STABIL. PROGR. -
malfunction and warning messages ......................244
Electronic main key ......................................................... 25
Changing batteries ...................................................283
Synchronizing remote control ................................285
Electronic stability program (ESP) ..................... 209, 273
Control switch ........................................................... 221
Malfunction and warning message ........................244
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
Synchronizing ...........................................................220
Warning lamp ............................................................ 231
Emergency call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 180
Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) ......................... 66
Emergency trunk lid release button ............................. 41
Emergency unlocking in case of accident ................... 37
Emission control ............................................................ 179Emission control label .................................................. 300
Engine compartment .....................................................251
ENGINE FAN - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 238
Engine malfunction
CHECK ENGINE malfunction
indicator lamp ...................................................... 228
Engine oil additives ...................................................... 307
Engine oil consumption ................................................ 115
Engine oil level
Checking ............................................................ 114, 253
Warning ..................................................................... 243
ENGINE OIL LEVEL - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 243
Engine oil level indicator .............................................. 114
ENGINE OIL LEVEL NOT WHEN ENGINE ON
(measuring) - multifunction indicator ................... 115
Engine oils ..................................................................... 307
Capacities .................................................................. 305
Enlarged cargo area ....................................................... 160
ESP (Electronic stability program) ............ 209, 219, 273
Control switch ...........................................................221
Malfunction and warning message ....................... 244
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................231
Synchronizing .......................................................... 220
Warning lamp ............................................................231

323 Index
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data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Trunk ................................................................................. 38
Opening ........................................................................ 31
Release switch ............................................................. 40
Trunk lamp .....................................................................289
Trunk lid
Emergency release ..................................................... 41
Release switch ............................................................. 40
Turn signal failure ..........................................................119
Turn signals .....................................................................119
VVanity mirrors ................................................................ 153
Vehicle jack .....................................................................258
Vehicle tools ....................................................................257
WWarranty coverage ........................................................ 298
WASHER FLUID (headlamp cleaning system) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 245
Washing the vehicle ..................................................... 294
What you should know at the gas station ................. 223
Wheels ............................................................................ 259
Light alloy wheels .................................................... 295
Rims and tires .......................................................... 302
Wheels, changing ..................................................... 262
Where to find it ................................................................ 13
Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system
Refilling ..................................................................... 256
Winter driving ................................................................ 210
Winter driving instructions ......................................... 209
Wiper blade
Replacing insert ....................................................... 287