2001 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK430 radio

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Accepting incoming call in telephone mode
With an incoming call, the ringing tone will be heard
and the message “CALL” appears in the display. Press
the SND key to answer the call.
Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode
If the telephone is activated in the background
(telephone symbol in the display), then a switch is made
automatically to telephone when an incoming call is
received. The audio source is muted, the ringing tone is
heard and the message “CALL” appears. After the call
has been terminated, the previously selected audio
source is resumed.
Terminating call
A current call can be terminated by pressing the END
key.Component malfunctions
The radio, CD changer
1, and Mercedes-Benz integrated
cellular telephone
1 are part of a fiberoptic networked
system. Failure of one of the components can lead to
malfunctions of the other components. Please contact
your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
1-800-FOR-MERCedes for more information in the event
of a malfunction.
1 Optional equipment

164 Telephone
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Parcel net in front passenger footwell
A small convenience parcel net is located in the front
passenger footwell. It is for small and light items, such
as road maps, mail, etc..
Note:
With large objects stored in the parcel net do not slide
the seat fully forward, it could damage them.Telephone, general
Wa r n i n g !
Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or objects
having sharp edges, in the parcel net.In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside
the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants.
Wa r n i n g !
A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/
her primary focus when driving. For your safety
and the safety of others, we recommend that you
pull over to a safe location and stop before placing
or taking a telephone call. If you choose to use the
telephone while driving, please use the hands-free
device and only use the telephone when road and
traffic conditions permit.Some ju ri sdi ctions proh ibit th e dri ver from usi ng a
cellular telephone while driving a vehicle.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering
a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately
14 m) every second. Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a
built-in or attached antenna (i.e. without being
connected to an external antenna) from inside the
vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could
lead to a malfunction of the vehicle’s electronic
system, possibly resulting in an accident and
personal injury.

175 Contents – Driving
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DrivingControl 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 .................................202Driving instructions ...................... 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 ......................... 211Cruise 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

176 Control and operation of radio transmitters
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Control and operation of radio transmitters
COMAND, radio and telephone
1 Observe all legal requirements.
Telephones and two-way radio
Radio transmitters, such as a portable telephone or a
citizens band unit should only be used inside the
vehicle if they are connected to an antenna that is
installed on the outside of the vehicle.
Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions
regarding use of an external antenna.
Wa r n i n g !
Please do not forget that your primary
responsibility is to drive the vehicle. Only operate
the COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data
System), radio or telephone
1 if road and traffic
conditions permit.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering
a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately
14 m ) e v e r y s e c o n d .
Wa r n i n g !
Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a
built-in or attached antenna (i.e. without being
connected to an external antenna) from inside the
vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could
lead to a malfunction of the vehicle’s electronic
system, possibly resulting in an accident and
personal injury.

187 Tele Aid
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If the indicator lamp continues to flash or the system
does not reset, contact the Response Center at
1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in
Canada), or Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) in the USA or
Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 in Canada.
Notes:
The indicator lamp in the respective button f lashes until
the call is concluded. Calls can only be terminated by a
Response Center or Client Assistance Center
representative except Roadside Assistance and
Information calls, which can also be terminated by
pressing ìbutton on the multifunction steering
wheel.When a Tele Aid call has been initiated, the audio
system or the COMAND system audio (only vehicles
with COMAND) is muted and the selected mode (radio,
tape or CD) pauses. The optional cellular phone (if
installed) switches off. If you must use this phone, the
vehicle must be parked. Disconnect the coiled cord and
place the call. The navigation system (if engaged) will
continue to run. The display in the instrument cluster is
available for use and spoken commands are only
available by pressing the RPT button on the COMAND
unit. A pop-up window will appear in the COMAND
display to indicate that a Tele Aid call is in progress.

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AABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 217
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
ABS-SYSTEM - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................236
Adjusting headlamp aim ...............................................280
Adjusting telescoping steering column ........................ 78
Air conditioner refrigerant ...........................................307
Air distribution .............................................................. 126
Air volume ...................................................................... 126
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 65
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ...........................................232
Airbags .............................................................................. 67
Alarm system ............................................................. 42, 44
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ....................210, 255, 305, 309
Antiglare night position ................................................. 79
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 217
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 42
Aquaplaning ...................................................................207Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 157
Rear seats ................................................................... 158
Aud io system
Anti-theft system ....................................................... 131
Button and soft key operation ................................. 132
Cassette mode ............................................................ 137
CD changer ................................................................. 141
CD mode ..................................................................... 140
Operating and display elements ............................. 130
Operating safety ........................................................129
Operation .................................................................... 133
Operation — audio and telephone ...........................129
Radio mode ................................................................ 135
Telephone operation .................................................144
Audio systems ...................................................................95
Cassette player ............................................................97
CD player ......................................................................96
Radio .............................................................................95
Automatic central locking ..............................................37
Automatic climate control ............................................122
Air distribution ..........................................................126
Air recirculation ........................................................127
Air volume .................................................................. 126

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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Cargo tie-down rings ..................................................... 163
Catalytic converter ........................................................ 178
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 165
Center console .................................................................. 20
Central locking switch .................................................... 36
Central locking system ................................................... 28
Automatic central locking ......................................... 37
Choosing global or selective mode ........................... 31
Electronic main key .................................................... 25
Electronic reserve key ................................................ 26
Locking and unlocking .............................................. 30
Mechanical keys .......................................................... 33
Remote control ............................................................ 28
Changing wheels ...........................................................262
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ............228
Check regularly and before a long trip ......................225
Checking engine oil level
Via engine oil level indicator ...................................114
Via oil dipstick ...........................................................253
Child restraint .............................................. 50, 58, 64, 75
Cleaning and care of the vehicle .................................292
COMAND, radio and telephone ....................................176
Combination switch .......................................................119
Consumer information ...................................................311
Control and operation of radio transmitters ..............176COOLANT (coolant level) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 239
Coolant level
Adding coolant .......................................................... 255
Checking .................................................................... 254
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 240
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................ 88
Coolants .......................................................................... 309
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ........................ 309
Cruise control ................................................................. 212
Cup holder
Center console, front ................................................ 155
Rear bench armrest ................................................... 156
DDaytime running lamps ................................................ 117
Deep water
Driving instructions ................................................. 210
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 234
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 234
Display illumination ........................................................ 87

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NNavigation system - Multifunction display ................ 103
Night security illumination ..........................................117OOn-board diagnostic system .........................................228
Operator’s Manual ............................................................. 8
Outside temperature indicator ...................................... 88
Overhead control panel ................................................... 21PPanic button ...................................................................... 33
Parcel net in front passenger footwell ....................... 164
Parking ............................................................................205
Parking brake ..................... 157, 192, 202, 205, 229, 262
PA R K I N G B R A K E - m a l f u n c t i o n
and warning messages ............................................238
Power assistance ............................................................204
Power seats, front ............................................................ 45
Backrest ........................................................................ 54Power windows ...............................................................147
Express opening ........................................................148
Opening and closing ...................................................32
Synchronizing ........................................................... 148
Problems with your vehicle ............................................ 14
Product information .......................................................... 7
RRadio transmitters ......................................................... 176
Rain sensor ..................................................................... 120
Rear seats
Split folding backrest ............................................... 160
Rear view mirrors
Exterior ......................................................................... 80
Inside ............................................................................79
Rear window defroster .................................................. 126
Rear window sunshade ................................................. 152
Remote control .................................................................28
Battery replacement ................................................ 283
REMOVE KEY - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 244
Replacing bulbs ............................................................. 275
Replacing wiper blade insert ...................................... 287