2001 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK55AMG turn signal

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Taillamp assemblies
Open trunk lid.
Swing cover aside (bulbs 1, 2 and 3).
1Turn signal lamp (21 W/24 cp bulb)
2Stop, tail, parking, and side marker lamp
(21/4 W bulb)
3Tail and parking lamp (5 W/4 cp bulb)4Driver’s side:
Rear fog lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb)
5Backup lamp (21W/32cpbulb)
Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out. Push
bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall bulb socket. Close cover (bulbs 1, 2 and 3).
1
2
3
P82.10-2080-26
P82.10-2083-26
4
5

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High mounted stop lamp,
Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror
The high mounted stop lamp (3rd brake lamp), and the
additional turn signals on the exterior mirrors are
equipped with LEDs.
Have the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center if a fault or defect occurs.Adjusting headlamp aim
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important.
To check and readjust a headlamp, follow steps 1
through 5.
Please note:
•Low beam adj ustments sim ultaneously aim t he h ig h
beam.
•Vehicle should have a normal trunk load.
1. Park vehicle on level surface approximately 25 ft.
(7.6 m) from a vertical test screen or wall. The
centerline of the vehicle must be at a 90° angle to
the test screen.

291 Contents – Vehicle care
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Vehicle careCleaning and care
of the vehicle .............................292
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 ......................294Window 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

294 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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Engine cleaning
Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to
protect electrical components and connectors from the
intrusion of water and cleaning agents.
Corrosion protection, such as MB Anticorrosion Wax
should be applied to the engine compartment after
every engine cleaning. Before applying, all control
linkage bushings and joints should be lubricated. The
poly-V-belt and all pulleys should be protected from any
wax.
Ve h i c l e w a s h i n g
Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct
sunlight. Use only a mild car wash detergent, such as
Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo.
Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of
water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the
ventilation intake. Use plenty of water and rinse the
sponge and chamois frequently.
Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a
chamois. Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the
finish.In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces of road salt
as soon as possible.
When washing the underbody, do not forget to clean the
inner sides of the wheels.
Ornamental moldings
For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome-
plated parts, use a chrome cleaner.
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz
approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water.
To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use
only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the lenses.
Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry cloth or
sponge.

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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Exterior lamp malfunction
and warning message .............................................. 241
Exterior lamp switch ......................................................116
Exterior lamps ................................................................275
Adjusting headlamp aim ..........................................280
Fog lamps ....................................................................116
Headlamps ...................... 116, 241, 242, 276, 280, 294
Low and high beam ..........................................119, 277
Parking lamps ...................................................116, 277
Replacing bulbs .........................................................275
Side marker lamp, front ...........................................279
Standing lamps .................................................. 116, 277
Taillamp assemblies .................................................278
Turn signal lamp ...............................................119, 277
FFirst aid kit .....................................................................248
Flexible service system (FSS) ....................................... 111
Fuel
Gasoline additives ....................................................309
Premium unleaded gasoline ................. 223, 306, 308
Fuel cap placement warning ........................................230Fuel filler f lap
Manual release ......................................................... 287
Fuel requirements ........................................................ 308
Fuel reserve warning .................................................... 230
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities .............. 305
Fuses, electrical ............................................................. 249
GGarage door opener ....................................................... 166
Gasoline
Additives .................................................................... 309
Fuel requirements ................................................... 308
Premium unleaded .................................................. 308
General notes on the central locking system .............. 27
Glove box ......................................................................... 154HHazard warning flasher switch ................................... 121
Head restraints
Front .............................................................................. 51
Rear ...............................................................................52
Removal ........................................................................ 51

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Headlamp cleaning system ...........................................118
Headlights ........................................................................116
Heated seats ..................................................................... 56
Hood ................................................................................. 251
IIdentification labels .......................................................299
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 153
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ................... 86
Individual settings ......................................................... 108
Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 75
Installation ................................................................... 77
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 180
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 84
Activating ..................................................................... 87
Indicator lamps ........................................................... 86
Instrument lamps ............................................................ 87
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 153
Interior lighting ............................................................. 151
JJump starting ................................................................. 270KKeys, vehicle .....................................................................24LLamps, exterior .............................................................. 275
Fog lamps ................................................................... 116
Headlamp, adjusting ................................................ 280
Headlamps ....................... 116, 241, 242, 276, 280, 294
Low and high beam ...........................................119, 277
Parking lamp .....................................................116, 277
Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 275
Side marker lamp, front .......................................... 279
Standing lamp ....................................................116, 277
Taillamp assemblies .........................................116, 278
Turn signal lamp ...............................................119, 277
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ........................................... 300
LIGHT SENSOR - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 242

323 Index
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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