2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CL500 ECO mode

260 OperationDriving instructionsBrakesTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after
driving on wet road surfaces (particularly
salted roads), it is advisable to brake the
vehicle with considerable force prior to
parking. The heat generated serves to dry
the brakes.
If your brake system is normally only sub-
jected to moderate loads, you should occa-
sionally test the effectiveness of the
brakes by applying above-normal braking
pressure at higher speeds. This will also
enhance the grip of the brake pads.If the parking brake is released and the
brake warning lamp in the instrument clus-
ter stays on, the brake fluid level in the res-
ervoir is too low.
Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may
be the reason for low brake fluid in the res-
ervoir.
Have the brake system inspected immedi-
ately. Contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
All checks and service work on the brake
system should be carried out by qualified
technicians only. Contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Only install brake pads and brake fluid
recommended by Mercedes-Benz.Warning!
G
After driving in heavy rain for some time
without applying the brakes or through wa-
ter deep enough to wet brake components,
the first braking action may be somewhat
reduced and increased pedal pressure may
be necessary to obtain expected braking ef-
fect. Maintain a safe distance from vehicles
in front.
Resting your foot on the brake pedal will
cause excessive and premature wear of the
brake pads.
It can also result in the brakes overheating,
thereby significantly reducing their effec-
tiveness. It may not be possible to stop the
vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an acci-
dent.
!Be very careful not to endanger other
road users when you apply the brakes.
Refer to the description of the Brake
Assist System (BAS) (
page 81).

283 Operation
Tires and wheels
Tires and wheels
See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for information on tested and
recommended rims and tires for summer
and winter operation. They can also offer
advice concerning tire service and
purchase.
Retreaded tires are not tested or recom-
mended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous
damage cannot always be recognized on
retreads. The operating safety of the
vehicle cannot be assured when such tires
are used.
See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for information on tested and
recommended rims and tires for summer
and winter operation.
Important guidelines

Only use sets of tires and rims of the
same type and make.


Tires must be of the correct size for the
rim.


Break in new tires for approximately
60 miles (100 km) at moderate
speeds.


Regularly check the tires and rims for
damage. Dented or bent rims can
cause tire inflation pressure loss and
damage to the tire beads.


If vehicle is heavily loaded, check tire
inflation pressure and correct as
required.


Do not allow your tires to wear down
too far. Adhesion properties on wet
roads are sharply reduced at tread
depths under
1/8in (3 mm).


When replacing individual tires, you
should mount new tires on the front
wheels first (on vehicles with
same-sized wheels all around).
Warning!
G
Replace rims or tires with the same designa-
tion, manufacturer and type as shown on the
original part. See an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for further informa-
tion. If incorrectly sized rims and tires are
mounted:

The wheel brakes or suspension
components can be damaged.


The operating clearance of the wheels
and the tires may no longer be correct.
Warning!
G
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the
tire tread is badly worn, or if the tires have
sustained damage, replace them.
When replacing rims, only use genuine
Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the
particular rim type. Failure to do so can
result in the bolts loosening and possibly an
accident.

315 Operation
Maintenance
Maintenance
We strongly recommend that you have
your vehicle serviced by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with
the Maintenance Booklet at the times
called for by the maintenance service indi-
cator display.
Failure to have the vehicle maintained in
accordance with the Maintenance Booklet
and maintenance service indicator at the
designated times /mileage will result in ve-
hicle damage not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
The maintenance service indicator will no-
tify you when your next maintenance ser-
vice is due.Starting approximately one month before
your next maintenance service is due, one
of the following messages will appear in
the multifunction display while you are
driving or when you switch on the ignition
(example service A):
'A' SERVICE IN XXXXX MILES (KM)
'A' SERVICE IN XXX DAYS
'A' SERVICE IN X DAY
'A' SERVICE DUE NOWThe type of maintenance service due is in-
dicated in the multifunction display:9
Basic service (A)
´
Extended service (B)Clearing the maintenance service indi-
cator
The maintenance service indicator is auto-
matically cleared after 30 seconds when
you switch on the ignition or when reach-
ing the maintenance service threshold
while driving. You can also clear it yourself.
Press the reset buttonJ in the instru-
ment cluster (
page 134).
iVehicles equipped with FSS (Flexible
Service System) only (Canada vehi-
cles):
The interval between services depends
on your driving habits. A gentle driving
style, moderate engine speeds and the
avoidance of short-distance trips will
lengthen the interval between services.

428 IndexBattery, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Check lamp 99
Checking the battery 99
Replacing 372
Battery, vehicle 281, 386
Charging 387
Disconnecting 387
Reconnecting 388
Reinstalling 387
Removing 387
Bead 309
Bi-Xenon headlamps 419
Block heater (Canada only) 314
Blocking
Rear window operation 78
Brake assist system (BAS) 419
Brake fluid 271, 414
Brake lamp bulbs 374
Brake lamp, high mounted 374Brake pads
Message in display 343
Brakes 260
High-performance brake system (CL 65
AMG only) 261
Warning lamp 327
Break-in period 258
Bulbs, replacing 373
Additional turn signals 374
Backup lamps 374
Brake lamps 374
Fog lamps 374
Front lamps 374
High beam 374
High mounted brake lamp 374
License plate lamps 374, 378
Low beam 374
Parking lamps 374, 377
Rear fog lamp 374, 377, 378
Side marker lamps 374, 377
Standing lamps 374, 377
Tail lamp assemblies 374, 378
Turn signal lamps 374C
CAC (Customer Assistance Center) 419
Calling up
Distronic* settings 149
Maintenance service indicator 316
Range (distance to empty) 151
CAN system 420
Canceling
Cruise control 206
Cargo tie-down hooks 230
Catalytic converter 268
CD changer* 144
CD mode 144
CD operation
Selecting tracks 143
Center console 27
Air bag off indicator lamp 334
Front passenger front air bag off indica-
tor lamp 334
Lower part 28
Upper part 27
Centigrade (°C)
Setting temperature units 156

448 IndexSpeedometer 25
Displays 210
Settings units 156
Speedometer display mode
Selecting 156
Sporty driving suspension 220
SRS 70, 423
Indicator lamp 333
SRS indicator lamp 62
Standing lamps 125
Replacing bulbs 374, 377
Standing water
Driving instructions 266
Starter switch 23
Switching on 48, 49
Starting difficulties 49
Starting the engine 48
Steering column
Height adjustment 42
Length adjustment 42Steering wheel
Adjusting 42
Buttons 26
Cleaning 322
Electrical adjustment 42
Heated steering wheel* 240
Steering wheel gearshift control CL 55
AMG and CL 65 AMG
Automatic transmission 173
Stolen vehicle
Recovery services 249
Stopping
Tilt/sliding sunroof 204
Windows 199
Storage compartments 232
Armrest 233, 234
Cup holder 235, 237
Glove box 232
In front of armrest 233, 234
Parcel net 237
Storage tray and telephone
holder* 234
Under the front seats 235Storing (Memory function*)
Positions into memory 123
Storing tires 285
Submenus
Convenience 162
For settings 138
In control system 140
Instrument cluster 156
Lighting 157
Resetting functions in Control
system 154
Selecting 154
Settings menu 154
Vehicle 161
Sun visors 182
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) 423
Suspension tuning
For regular driving style 220
For sporty driving style 220
Setting 220

449 Index
Switching off
Automatic central locking (control
system) 161
Engine 59
ESP 83
Hazard warning flasher 130
Headlamps 59
Switching on
Automatic central locking (control
system) 161
ESP 84
Front fog lamps 128
Front lamps 125
Hazard warning flasher 130
Headlamps 52
High beams 129
Parking lamps 125
Rear fog lamp 128
Windshield wipers 54
Symbol (Distronic*)
Distance warning function* 149
Synchronizing
ESP 340
Power windows 199
Tilt/sliding sunroof 204T
Tachometer 25, 135
Overspeed range 135
Tachometer display
Displaying gear range 168
Tail lamps
Cleaning 319
Replacing bulbs 374, 378
Tar stains 318
Tele Aid 242
Emergency calls 243
Information 246
Initiating an emergency call
manually 244
Messages in display 356
Remote door unlock 249
Roadside Assistance 245
Roadside assistance 245
Stolen Vehicle Recovery
services 249
System self-check 243
Upgrade scenario 248Tele Aid button 29
Tele Aid System 424
TeleAid
Messages in display 356
Telematics* 424
Telephone* 241
Answering a call 147
Dialing a number from the phone
book 147
Ending a call 147
Hands-free microphone 29
Loading phone book* 147
Messages in display 356
Operating 146
Redialing 148
Temperature
Display mode 156
Setting units in display 156
Tires 293
Tie-down hooks (Trunk) 230