2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-CLASS seat memory

2 Contents
Multifunction steering wheel,
multifunction display ................. 90
Trip and main odometer
and sub menu .............................. 94
Audio systems .................................. 95
Radio .............................................. 95
CD player ....................................... 96
Cassette player ............................. 97
Telephone .......................................... 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 .................115Exterior 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
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 ....................... 149Interior 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
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
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23 Contents – Operation
Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Telephone .......................................... 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 .......................................... 121Automatic climate control ............ 122
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 ........................................152Illuminated vanity mirrors ........... 153
Interior ............................................ 153
Storage compartments,
armrest and cup holder ........... 153
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
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48 Seats
Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Memory storing and recalling
6Memory button
7Position buttonsStoring
Three sets of seat/head restraint positions may be
programmed into memory.
Together with the driver’s seat position you can store
the exterior rear view mirror positions.
After the seat/head restraint and exterior rear view
mirrors are positioned, push memory button (6),
release, and within 3 seconds push position button “1”.
A second and third set of positions for the same seat/
head restraint and exterior rear view mirrors can be
programmed into memory by pushing first memory
button (6) and then “2”, respectively “3”.
Note:
See page 81 for instructions on adjustment of mirrors.
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49 Seats
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data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Recalling
To recall a seat/head restraint and exterior rear view
mirror position, push and hold position button “1”, “2”
or “3” until seat/head restraint and exterior rear view
mirror movement has stopped. The seat/head restraint
and exterior rear view mirror movement stops when the
position button is released.
Caution!
Do not operate the power seats using the memory
button if the seat backrest is in an excessively reclined
position. Doing so could cause damage to front or rear
seats.
First move the backrest to an upright position.Synchronizing power seats and head restraints
If the power supply was interrupted (battery
disconnected or empty), the power seats and head
restraints are no longer adjusted automatically.
To resynchronize the adjustment feature, turn
electronic key in steering lock to position 2, move the
seat completely forward and the head restraint fully
down, and hold respective buttons for approx.
2seconds.
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data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Backrest
1Release lever
Folding forward:
Lift release lever (1) and fold backrest forward. The seat
will automatically slide forward and the head restraint
will move down.
Folding back:
Lift release lever (1) and fold backrest back. The seat
and head restraint return to their previous positions.
To interrupt the procedure, activate the power seat
switch.Notes:
The automatic seat slide is provided with a safety
feature. The automatic process is interrupted, if the
backrest of the sliding seat is pushed against an
occupant or object. The seat will slide forward, stop, and
make 3 attempts sliding backward.
To halt the automatic process, activate the power seat
switch.
Investigate and correct the cause of interruption.
Now use memory button or power seat switch to bring
seat into desired position.
Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your
vehicle.The power seats can also be operated with the
driver’s or passenger door open. Do not leave
children unattended in the vehicle or with access
to an unl ocked vehic l e. Uns upervi s ed us e of vehi cl e
equipment may cause serious personal injury.Never place hands under seat or near any moving
parts during a seat adjustment procedure.
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55 Seats
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data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Multicontour seat
(optional CLK 430, Standard CLK 55 AMG))
This vehicle may be equipped with multicontour seats.
These seats have movable seat cushions, and inflatable
air cushions built into the backrest to provide additional
lumbar and side support.We recommend to adjust the multicontour seat in the
following order:
1Seat cushion depth
Slide the switch fore or aft until your legs are
supported comfortably.
2Backrest bottom
3Backrest center
4Side bolster adjustment
Adjust the side bolster to provide good lateral
support.
The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest
cushion height and curvature can be continuously
varied with regulators (1, 2 and 3) after turning the
electronic key in steering lock to position 2.
The side bolsters of the backrest can be adjusted with
rocker switch(4):
•press to the right – increase side support,
•press to the left – decrease side support.
If the engine is turned off, the last cushion setting is
retained in memory, and automatically adjusts the
cushion to this setting when the engine is restarted.
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2
3
4
P91.25-2063-26
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82 Rear view mirrors
Technical
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Important!
Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle
paint finish can only be completely removed while in
their liquid state, by applying plenty of water.Storing mirror positions in memory
The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in
memory with the seat/head restraint position and can
be recalled when necessary, see page 48.
Wa r n i n g !
In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may
escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass
breaks.Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the
liquid to come into contact with eyes, skin,
clothing, or respiratory system. In cases it does,
immediately flush affected area with water, and
seek medical help if necessary.
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83 Rear view mirrors
Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Parking position
The passenger-side exterior mirror can be adjusted and
programmed to assist the driver during parking
maneuvers (e.g. to observe the curb or other objects
close to the vehicle).
With electronic key in steering lock position 2, and the
exterior rear view mirror switch in the passenger side
position, the passenger-side mirror will be turned
downward when placing the gear selector lever in “R”
Reverse.
The passenger-side mirror position can now be adjusted
as desired.
At speeds above approx. 6 mph (10 km/h), upon shifting
gear selector lever from “R” Reverse, or upon pressing
the driver’s side mirror button, the passenger-side
mirror will return to its previous position.
Readjust the mirror as desired.One passenger-side mirror position can be stored in
memory. To do so:
1. Turn electronic key to steering lock position 2.
The vehicle must be stationary.
2. Select passenger-side mirror & and adjust the
mirror to view the curb.
3. Press green memory button located in switch cluster
for driver’s seat, see page 48.
4. Within 3 seconds pull the mirror toggle switch
rearward. The mirror should not move.
Repeat the memory procedure if the mirror moves.
5. The passenger-side mirror will return to its previous
position after approx. 20 seconds.
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