2005 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK55AMG COUPE child lock

252 Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*

Switch on ignition (
page 36).
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof

To open, close, raise, or lower the
tilt/sliding sunroof, move the sunroof
switch to resistance point in the
required direction of arrows1 to4.
Release the sunroof switch when the
tilt/sliding sunroof has reached the
desired position.Fully opening (Express-open) and
closing (Express-close) the power
tilt/sliding sunroof

To open or close the tilt/sliding
sunroof, move the sunroof switch past
the resistance point in the required
direction of arrow3 or4 and
release.
The tilt/sliding sunroof opens or closes
completely.
Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof
during Express-operation

Move the sunroof switch in any
direction.
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
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to
an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle 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 401).
iYou can also open or close the tilt/slid-
ing sunroof using the:

SmartKey (summer opening/con-
venience feature) (
page 249)


button, in the control panel of
the climate control (
page 185) or
automatic climate control
(
page 195)


buttone in the control panel of
the automatic climate control
(page 195)
iIf the movement of the tilt/sliding
sunroof is blocked during the closing
procedure, the tilt/sliding sunroof will
stop and re-open slightly.


277 Controls in detail
Useful features
Opening ashtray
Pull at top of cover3.
Removing ashtray insert

Push button1 to disengage ashtray
insert2 and remove it.
Reinstalling ashtray insert

Push the ashtray insert2 down into
the retainer until it engages.

Push at top of cover3 to close
ashtray.
Cigarette lighter
1Cover
2Cigarette lighter
Switch on ignition (
page 36).

Briefly press the bottom of cover
plate1.
The cover plate opens automatically.

Push in cigarette lighter2.
The cigarette lighter will pop out
automatically when hot.

Push down cover plate 1 to close the
ashtray.
The cover plate engages.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.

402 Practical hintsReplacing batteries in the SmartKey/SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*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
authorized 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
Replacement batteries: Lithium, type
CR 2025 or equivalent.
Remove mechanical key1
(page 397).
1Mechanical key
2Battery compartment

Insert mechanical key 1 in side
opening and push gray slide.
Battery compartment2 is unlatched.

Pull battery compartment 2 out of the
SmartKey housing in direction of
arrow.
Warning!
G
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 Mercedes-Benz
Center.

459 Technical terms
REST
(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, child restraints, lower an-
chors and tethers for children (LATCH).
As independent systems, their protec-
tive functions complement one anoth-
er.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
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.Shift lock
When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the gear selector lever from
being inadvertently moved out of
positionP without SmartKey turned
and brake pedal depressed.
Speedshift (CLK 500*, CLK 55 AMG)
Steering wheel gearshift control. You
can change the gears yourself with the
steering wheel gearshift buttons.
SRS
(S
upplemental R
estraint S
ystem)
Air bags, air bag control unit (with
crash sensor), emergency tensioning
device. Though independent systems,
they are closely interfaced to provide
effective occupant protection.

462 IndexAir bags 61
Children 62
Front 65
Passenger 65
Safety guidelines 64
Side impact 66
Window curtain 66
Air conditioning (cooling) 191
Turning off 192, 204
Turning on 192, 204
Air conditioning refrigerant 450
Air distribution
Adjusting 188, 198
Air pressure 338
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air pump, electric
Turning on 417
Air recirculation mode 190, 201
Activating 190, 201
Deactivating 191, 202
Air vents, rear passenger compartment
Adjustable 193, 206
Air volume
Adjusting 199Alarm
Audible 83, 91, 92
Canceling 91, 92
Visual 90
Alarm system
Anti-theft 90
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 415, 455
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 453
Antiglare
Auto-dimming 178
Antilock brake system (ABS) 455
Anti-theft alarm system
Arming 90
Canceling alarm 91, 92
Disarming 91
Anti-theft systems 89
Anti-theft alarm system 90
Immobilizer 89
Tow-away alarm 91
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest
Front 273
Rear 274
Storage compartments 273Ashtray (Center console) 276
Opening 276
Reinstalling 276
Removing 276
Ashtray (Rear seat) 276
Opening 277
Reinstalling 277
Removing 277
Aspect ratio 338
At the gas station 305
ATF (automatic transmission fluid) 312
AUDIO menu 143
Operate CD player 144
Selecting radio station 143
Selecting satellite radio* station 143
Audio system 207
Audio and telephone, operation 207
Button and soft key operation 210
CD operation 225
Operating and display elements 208
Operating safety 207
Operation 210
Radio operation 215
Switching off 211
Switching on 210
Telephone* operation 232

465 Index
Central locking
Automatic 110
From inside 110
Switch 110
Switching on/off
(control system) 158
Unlocking from inside 110
Central locking switch 110
Changing
CDs 225
Key setting 158
Charcoal filter 202
Activating 203
Deactivating 203
Charging
Vehicle battery 422
CHECK ENGINE
malfunction indicator lamp 356
Checking
Coolant level 313
Oil level 307, 310
Tire inflate pressure 307
Vehicle lighting 307Child safety 70
Air bags 62
Front passenger front
air bag off indicator lamp 77
Infant and child
restraint systems 67, 70
LATCH child seat anchors 80
OCS 73
Child safety switch see
Blocking of rear window operation
Child seat anchors see
LATCH child seat anchors
Cigarette lighter 277Cleaning 347
Cup holder 351
Gear selector lever 351
Hard plastic trim items 351
Headlamps 178
Headliner 352
Instrument cluster 351
Leather upholstery 352
Light alloy wheels 351
Nubuck leather upholstery
(CLK 55 AMG) 352
Parktronic system* sensor 350
Plastic and rubber parts 352
Seat belts 352
Steering wheel 351
Upholstery 352
Windows 351
Windshield 53
Wiper blades 350
Wood trims 352
Cleaning and care of vehicle 347
Cleaning tires 318

474 Index
Maintenance service indicator 344
Parktronic system*
warning indicators 262
Seat belts 359
SRS 61, 359
Turn signals 25
Language
Multifunction display 150
Setting 150
LATCH child seat anchors 80
Folding back 81
Folding out 81
Layout of poly-V-belt drive 437
Leather upholstery
Cleaning 352
License plate lamps
Messages in display 383
Replacing bulbs 405, 410
Light alloy wheels
Cleaning 351
Technical data 440
Light sensor 383
Lighter see Cigarette lighterLighting 124
Automatic headlamp mode 125
Combination switch 129
Cornering fog lamps* 130
Daytime running lamp mode 126
Door entry lamps 133
Exterior lamp switch 124
Front fog lamps 128
High beam flasher 129
High beams 129
Instrument cluster illumination 134
Interior 132
Locator lighting 127
Low beam 124
Manual headlamp mode 125
Night security illumination 127
Parking lamps 124
Rear fog lamp 128
Settings (control system) 154
Limiting the gear range 168
Limp Home Mode 177
Line of fall 457Loading 264
Cargo tie-down rings 271
Instructions 269
Roof rack 264
Ski sack* 264
Split rear bench seat 267
Loading terminology 338
Loading the vehicle 319
Locator lighting 127
Setting 156
Lock buttons 457
Door handle (KEYLESS-GO*) 58
Locking 55, 94
Fuel filler flap 305
Global with KEYLESS-GO* 101
Global, SmartKey 96
The vehicle with KEYLESS-GO* 103
Vehicle in an emergency 398
Loss of Service and
Warranty Information Booklet 435
Loss of SmartKey 98
Loss of SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO* 105

481 Index
Reinstalling
Ashtray (Center console) 276
Ashtray (Rear seat) 277
Vehicle battery 422
Remote controls
SmartKey 94
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 99
Remote door unlock
With Tele Aid 286
Removing
Ashtray (Center console) 276
Ashtray (Rear seat) 277
Floormats* 278
Ski sack* 267
Vehicle battery 421
Vehicle tool kit
(CLK 55 AMG only) 390
Vehicle tool kit
(except CLK 55 AMG) 389
Wheel 415
Wiper blades 411Replacing
Backup lamp bulbs 410
Batteries (SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO*) 403
Batteries (SmartKey) 402
Brake lamp bulbs 410
Bulbs 404
Front lamp bulbs 406
Front turn signal bulbs (Halogen) 407
Fuses 430
High beam bulbs (Halogen) 406
High beam bulbs for
high beam flasher (Bi-Xenon*) 408
License plate lamp bulbs 410
Low beam bulbs (Halogen) 406
Parking lamp bulbs 407, 409
Rear fog lamp bulb 410
Rear lamp bulbs 405, 410
Rear turn signal bulbs 410
Side marker lamp bulbs 409
Standing lamp bulbs 407, 409
Wiper blades 411
Reporting
Safety defects 18Reset button
in the instrument cluster 146, 147
Resetting
All functions (control system) 146
All functions of a submenu 147
Fuel consumption 161
Maintenance service indicator 346
Trip odometer 135
Residual heat utilization 205, 459
Residual ventilation 205
REST
(Residual engine heat utilization) 459
Restraint system see
Infant and child restraint systems 79
Restraint systems 459
Rim 339
Rims 439
Roadside Assistance 12, 283
Information button 284
Tele Aid 280
RON
(Research Octane Number) 306, 459
Roof rack 264
Rubber parts
Cleaning 352