199 Controls in detail
Power windows
Switch on ignition (
page 34).
Opening the windows
Press switch1 to 4 at the
symbolk to the resistance point.
The corresponding window will move
downwards until you release the
switch.Closing the windows
Press switch1 to 4 at the
symbolj to the resistance point.
The corresponding window will move
upwards until you release the switch.
Fully opening the windows
(Express-open)
Press switch1 to 4 at the
symbolk past the resistance point
and release.
The corresponding window opens com-
pletely.
Do not leave children unattended in the ve-
hicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may
cause an accident and/or serious personal
injury.iYou can also open or close the win-
dows using the SmartKey, see “Sum-
mer opening feature” (
page 201) and
“Convenience closing feature”
(
page 201).
You can close and reopen the windows
using the air recirculation button,
or the charcoal filter buttone in the
climate control panel (
page 188).
iOperating the windows from the rear is
not possible if you activate the override
switch (
page 78).
iWith the SmartKey in starter switch po-
sition 0 or removed from the starter
switch, the power windows can be op-
erated:
until you open the driver’s or front
passenger’s door
for at least five minutes.
Warning
G
If you press and hold the switch up when
closing the window, and upward movement
of the window is blocked by some obstruc-
tion including but not limited to arms, hands,
fingers, etc., the automatic reversal will not
operate.
204 Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof
Switch on ignition (
page 34).
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof
To open, close, raise or lower the
tilt/sliding sunroof, move the switch to
resistance point in the required
direction1to4.
Release the sunroof switch when the
tilt/sliding sunroof has reached the de-
sired position.
Fully opening (Express-open) and clos-
ing (Express-close) the power the
tilt/sliding sunroof
To open, close, raise or lower the
tilt/sliding sunroof, move the switch
past the resistance point in the re-
quired direction1to4 and release.
The tilt/sliding sunroof opens or closes
completely.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
from the starter switch, take it with you, and
lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehi-
cle equipment can cause an accident
and/or serious personal injury.!To avoid damaging the seals, do not
transport any objects with sharp edges
which can stick out of the tilt/sliding
sunroof.
Do not open the tilt/sliding sunroof if
there is snow or ice on the roof, as this
could result in malfunctions.
The tilt/sliding sunroof can be opened
or closed manually should an electrical
malfunction occur (
page 370).
iYou can also open or close the tilt/slid-
ing sunroof using the SmartKey, see
“Summer opening feature”
(page 201) and “Convenience clos-
ing feature” (
page 201).
You can close and reopen the tilt/slid-
ing sunroof using the air recirculation
button, or the charcoal filter
buttone in the climate control pan-
el (
page 188).
iWith the SmartKey in starter switch po-
sition 0 or removed from the starter
switch, the tilt/sliding sunroof can be
operated
until you open the driver’s or pas-
senger door
for up to approximately five min-
utes.
240 Controls in detailUseful featuresRear seat ashtray
1Latch
Opening ashtray
Pull at top of cover to open ashtray.
Removing ashtray insert
Pull latch1 to disengage ashtray in-
sert and remove it.
Reinstalling the ashtray insert
Install ashtray insert.
Close the ashtray.
Cigarette lighter
1Cigarette lighter
Switch on ignition (
page 34).
Push in cigarette lighter1.
The lighter will pop out automatically
when hot.
Warning!
G
Never touch the heating element or sides of
the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the
knob only.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
from the starter switch, take it with you, and
lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehi-
cle equipment may cause an accident
and/or serious personal injury.iThe lighter socket can be used to ac-
commodate electrical accessories up
to a maximum 85 W.
371 Practical hints
Replacing SmartKey batteries
Replacing SmartKey batteries
If the batteries in the SmartKey or the
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are dis-
charged, the vehicle can no longer be
locked or unlocked. It is recommended to
have the batteries replaced at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center.Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.
SmartKey
Remove mechanical key out of the
SmartKey (
page 367).1Mechanical key
2Battery compartment
Replacement batteries: Lithium, type
CR 2025 or equivalent.
Insert the mechanical key1 in side
opening and push gray slide.
The battery compartment2 is un-
latched.
Pull battery compartment2 out of the
housing in direction of arrow.
Remove the batteries.
Warning!
G
Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive
substances. Therefore keep the batteries
out of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.
iWhen inserting the batteries, make
sure they are clean and free of lint.iWhen changing batteries, always re-
place both batteries.
The required replacement batteries are
available at any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
419 Technical terms
ABC
(A
ctive B
ody C
ontrol)
Active, computer-controlled system
that hydraulically adjusts the suspen-
sion at all four wheels in response to
various driving situations.
ABS
(A
ntilock B
rake S
ystem)
Prevents the wheels from locking up
during braking so that the vehicle can
continue to be steered.
Alignment bolt
Metal pin with thread. The centering
pin is an aid used when changing a tire
to align the wheel with the wheel hub.BabySmart
TM air bag deactivation
system
This system detects if a special system
compatible child restraint seat is in-
stalled on the front passenger seat. The
system will automatically deactivate
the passenger front air bag when such
a seat is properly installed (the
58indicator lamp in the center
console comes on). See an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.
BabySmartTM compatible child seats
Special restraint system for children.
The sensor system for the passenger
seat prevents deployment of the pas-
senger front air bag if a BabySmart
TM
compatible child seat is installed. See
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for availability.BAS
(B
rake A
ssist S
ystem)
System for potentially reducing braking
distances in emergency braking situa-
tions. The system is activated when it
senses an emergency based on how
fast the brake is applied.
Bi-Xenon headlamps
Headlamps which use an electric arc as
the light source and produce a more in-
tense light than filament headlamps.
Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low
beam and high beam.
CAC
(C
ustomer A
ssistance C
enter)
Mercedes-Benz customer service cen-
ter, which can help you with any ques-
tions about your vehicle and provide
assistance in the event of a break-
down.
423 Technical terms
Power train
Collective term designating all compo-
nents used to generate and transmit
motive power to the drive axles, includ-
ing:
Engine
Clutch/torque converter
Transmission
Transfer case
Drive shaft
Differential
Axle shafts/axles
Program mode selector switch
Used to switch the automatic transmis-
sion between standard operationS and
comfort operationC.
CL 55 AMG and CL 65 AMG with steer-
ing wheel gearshift control and manual
shift program: in addition toS andC
(see above), you can useM for manual
operationREST
(Residual engine heat utilization)
Feature that uses the engine heat
stored in the coolant to heat the vehi-
cle interior for a short time after the en-
gine has been turned off.
Restraint systems
Seat belts, belt tensioners, air bags
and child restraint systems. As inde-
pendent systems, their protective func-
tions complement one another.
RON
(R
esearch O
ctane N
umber)
The Research Octane Number for gaso-
line as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line's ability to resist undesired detona-
tion (knocking). The average of both
the ->MON (Motor Octane Number)
and RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as AN-
TI-KNOCK INDEX.Shift lock
When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the transmission selector le-
ver from being inadvertently moved out
of positionP without the SmartKey
turned and the brake pedal depressed.
SRS
(S
upplemental R
estraint S
ystem)
Seat belts, emergency tensioning de-
vice and air bags. Though independent
systems, they are closely interfaced to
provide effective occupant protection.
426 Index
Seat height 38
Seat in the lumbar region 118
Seat in the shoulder region 117
Seats 37
Steering column height 42
Steering column in or out 42
Steering column up or down 42
Steering wheel 42
Air bags 63
Air conditioner (cooling)
Turning off 194
Air pressure 309
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air recirculation mode 190
Activating 190
Deactivating 191
Air vents, rear passenger compartment
Adjustable 196
Air volume
Adjusting 189Air bag off indicator lamp 334
Air bags
BabySmartTM air bag deactivation
system 419
BabySmartTM deactivation
system 74
Children 64
Front 67
Passenger 67
Safety guidelines 66
Side impact 67
Window curtain 68
Alarm
Audible 79, 87
Canceling 87
Visual 85
Alarm system
Anti-theft 85
Anti-theft alarm system indicator
lamp 27
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 365,
384, 419
Antiglare
Automatic 178Antilock Brake System (ABS) 419
Antilock Brake System see ABS 25
Anti-theft alarm system
Activating 86
Canceling alarm 87
Deactivating 86
Anti-theft systems 85
Anti-theft alarm system 85
Anti-theft alarm system indicator
lamp 27
Immobilizer 85
Tow-away alarm 87
Armrest
Storage compartment in front of 233,
234
Storage compartment in front of
armrest 233
Ashtray 238
Aspect ratio 309
At the gas station 270
ATF (automatic transmission fluid) 279
427 Index
AUDIO menu 141
Selecting CD track 143
Selecting MP3-CD track 143
Selecting radio station 142
Selecting satellite radio* station 142
Audio system
CD mode 144
Auto-dimming for rear view mirror 178
Automatic central locking
Activating/deactivating (control
system) 161
Automatic climate control 184
Air recirculation mode 190
Defrosting 190
Rear window defroster 193
Setting the temperature 187
Automatic headlamp mode 126
Automatic lighting control
Activating 130
Deactivating 131
Automatic locking when driving 110
Automatic shift program
Automatic transmission 171Automatic transmission 165
Accelerator position 172
Automatic shift program 171
Emergency operation (Limp Home
Mode) 177
Fluid level 279
Gear ranges 168
Gear selector lever position 165, 169
Gear shifting malfunctions 177
Kickdown 172
Kickdown, manual shift program CL 55
AMG and CL 65 AMG 176
Manual shift program CL 55 AMG and
CL 65 AMG 175
Manual shifting 167
One-touch gearshifting 167
Starting the engine 48
Steering wheel gearshift control CL 55
AMG and CL 65 AMG 173
Transmission fluid 279
Auxiliary fuse box 395B
BabySmartTM
Air bag deactivation system 74
Compatible child seats 74, 419
Self-test 74
BabySmartTM air bag deactivation
system 419
Backrest supports
Lumbar region 118
Shoulder region 117
Backup lamps 374, 378
Bulbs 374
Bar 309
BAS 81, 419
Messages in display 339
Batteries, SmartKey
Check lamp 93
Replacing 371
Battery discharged
Jump starting 389
Battery, SmartKey
Checking the batteries 93