2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK55AMG CABRIOLET center console

232 Malfunction and indicator lamps
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Telescoping steering column – indicator lamp
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster
comes on with the electronic key in steering
lock position 2 and should go out with the
engine running.
If the indicator lamp does not go out after starting the
engine, the adjustable steering column is not properly
locked.
For locking the adjustable telescoping steering column,
see page 77.
Seat belt warning lamp
With the electronic key in steering lock
pos ition 2 , t he s eat belt warn ing lamp com es
on and a warning sounds for approx.
6 seconds if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened.Malfunction and indicator lamps in the
center console
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp
The 7 indicator lamp will light up for approx.
6 seconds when you turn the electronic key in steering
lock to position 1 or 2.
The 7 indicator lamp stays lit as long as a
BabySmart
TM compatible child seat is properly installed
on the front passenger seat. It indicates that the front
passenger airbag is switched off.
See page 64 for BabySmart
TM deactivation system.
BabySmart
TM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp.
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233 Malfunction and indicator lamps
Technical
data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRoll bar warning lamp
The roll bar warning lamp is located in the roll bar
switch in the center console. Roll bar switch see
page 52.
With the electronic key in steering lock position 2, the
roll bar warning lamp comes on and should go out with
the engine running.
With the engine running and the roll bar lowered, the
warning lamp in the roll bar switch will blink for
approx. 15 seconds. The blinking is reminding you to
raise the roll bar if the rear passenger seats are
occupied.
Note:
Have the roll bar system checked at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Wa r n i n g !
The BabySmart
TM airbag deactivation system will
ONLY work with a special child seat designed to
operate with it. It will not work with child seats
which are not BabySmart
TM compatible.
Never place anything between seat cushion and
child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the
effectiveness of the deactivation system.Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
installation of special child seats.The passenger side front airbag will not deploy
only if the 7 indicator lamp remains
illuminated.Please be sure to check the indicator every time
you use the special system child seat.Should the light go out while the restraint is
installed, please check installation. If the light
remains out, do not use the BabySmart
TM restraint
to transport children on the front passenger seat
until the system has been repaired.
Wa r n i n g !
If the warning lamp does not go out after starting
the engine, or if it comes on while driving, then the
roll bar system is not operating properly and may
not activate in an accident. In this case, raise the
roll bar manually (see page 53) before continuing
to drive.
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Index
AABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 218
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
ABS-SYSTEM - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 237
Adjusting headlamp aim ...............................................285
Adjusting telescoping steering column ........................ 77
Air conditioner refrigerant ........................................... 320
Air distribution .............................................................. 124
Air volume ...................................................................... 124
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 64
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ........................................... 232
Airbags .............................................................................. 67
Alarm system ............................................................. 43, 44
Antenna
Removal ...................................................................... 298
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................... 212, 258, 318, 323
Antiglare night position ................................................. 78
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 218
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 43
Aquaplaning ...................................................................209Armrest, rear bench ....................................................... 156
Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 154
Audio system ..................................................................127
Anti-theft system .......................................................129
Button and soft key operation ................................. 130
Cassette mode ............................................................ 135
CD changer ................................................................. 140
CD mode ..................................................................... 139
Operating and display elements .............................128
Operating safety ........................................................127
Operation .................................................................... 131
Operation – audio and telephone ........................... 127
Radio mode ................................................................ 133
Telephone operation ................................................. 143
Audio systems ................................................................... 93
Cassette player ............................................................ 95
CD player ......................................................................94
Radio .............................................................................93
Automatic central locking .............................................. 36
Automatic climate control ............................................ 120
Air distribution .......................................................... 124
Air recirculation ........................................................125
Air volume ..................................................................124
Basic setting ............................................................... 122
Defogging windows ................................................... 123
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CD changer
See Audio system ...................................................... 140
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 157
Center console .................................................................. 20
Central locking switch .................................................... 35
Central locking system ................................................... 27
Automatic central locking ......................................... 36
Choosing global or selective mode ........................... 30
Electronic key .............................................................. 25
Locking and unlocking .............................................. 29
Mechanical keys .......................................................... 32
Remote control ............................................................ 27
Changing wheels ...........................................................266
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ............ 228
Check regularly and before a long trip ......................226
Checking engine oil level
Via engine oil level indicator ...................................112
Via oil dipstick ...........................................................256
Child restraint .............................................. 58, 63, 64, 75
Child seat
See Infant and child restraint systems .................... 75
Cleaning and care of the vehicle .................................302
Clock, setting .................................................................. 106
COMAND, radio and telephone ................................... 178
Combination switch .......................................................117
Consumer information .................................................. 324Control and operation of radio transmitters .............. 178
COOLANT (coolant level) - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 240
Coolant level
Adding coolant .......................................................... 258
Checking .................................................................... 257
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) -
malfunction and warning messages ...................... 241
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................86
Coolants .......................................................................... 322
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ........................ 322
Cruise control ................................................................. 214
Cup holder
Center console, front ................................................ 153
DDaytime running lamps ................................................ 115
Deep water
Driving instructions ................................................. 213
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 235
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 235
Display illumination ........................................................85
Doors ..................................................................................33
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335 Index
Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Setting the audio volume .............................................. 108
Shelf below rear window ..............................................250
Side marker lamp ..........................................................284
Snow chains .................................................................... 211
Soft top ............................................................................ 162
Emergency operation ............................................... 291
Lowering ..................................................................... 164
Raising ........................................................................ 166
SOS-call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 182
Spare parts service ........................................................ 310
Spare wheel ........................................................... 260, 264
Special settings (Automatic climate control) ............ 123
SRS indicator lamp ........................................................ 230
SRS malfunction .............................................................. 68
Start lock-out .................................................................... 26
Starting and turning off the engine ............................ 194
STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 243
Steering column, adjustable ........................................... 77
Steering lock ................................................................... 192
Storage compartment
Trunk floor .................................................................260Storage compartments
Center console ........................................................... 152
Glove box .................................................................... 151
Storage compartments, armrest
and cup holder ........................................................... 151
Stowing things in the vehicle ..................................... 250
Sun visors ........................................................................ 150
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ........................... 65
Synchronizing remote control .................................... 290
TTachometer ........................................................................ 87
Technical data ................................................................. 313
Electrical system ....................................................... 316
Main dimensions ...................................................... 317
Rims and tires ........................................................... 314
Weights ....................................................................... 317
Tele Aid ............................................................................ 182
Emergency calls ........................................................ 183
Information ................................................................ 187
Initiating an emergency call manually .................. 185
Roadside Assistance ................................................. 186
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