2006 MERCEDES-BENZ CL65AMG wheel

417 Technical data
Main dimensions and weights
Main dimensions and weights
Main dimensionsWeightsModel
CL 500
CL 55 AMG
CL 600
CL 65 AMG
Overall vehicle length
196.4 in (4989 mm)
196.4 in (4989 mm)
196.4 in (4989 mm)
196.4 in (4989 mm)
Overall vehicle width (exterior rear
view mirrors folded out)
82.8 in (2104 mm)
82.8 in (2104 mm)
82.8 in (2104 mm)
82.8 in (2104 mm)
Overall vehicle height
55.4 in (1408 mm)
55.4 in (1408 mm)
55.4 in (1408 mm)
55.4 in (1408 mm)
Wheelbase
113.6 in (2885 mm)
113.6 in (2885 mm)
113.6 in (2885 mm)
113.6 in (2885 mm)
Track, front
62.1 in (1577 mm)
62.2 in (1581 mm)
62.1 in (1577 mm)
62.2 in (1581 mm)
Track, rear
62.1 in (1578 mm)
62.2 in (1582 mm)
62.1 in (1578 mm))
62.2 in (1582 mm)
Roof load max.
220 lb (100 kg)
Trunk load max.
220 lb (100 kg)

418 Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore use only
products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at
your Mercedes-Benz Center.
Model
Capacity
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Engine with oil filter
CL 500
CL 55 AMG
CL 600
CL 65 AMG
8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
8.0 US qt (7.5 l)
9.5 US qt (9.0 l)
11.0 US qt (10.5 l)
Approved engine oils
Automatic transmission
CL 500
CL 55 AMG
CL 600
CL 65 AMG
9.1 US qt (8.6 l)
9.1 US qt (8.6 l)
8.2 US qt (7.7 l)
8.2 US qt (7.7 l)
MB Automatic Transmission Fluid
Rear axle
CL 500
CL 55 AMG
CL 600
CL 65 AMG
1.7 US qt (1.6 l)
2.1 US qt (2.0 l)
2.1 US qt (2.0 l)
2.1 US qt (2.0 l)
Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
Hydraulic system for ABC
approx. 4.2 US qt (4.0 l)
MB Hydraulic Fluid
Power steering
approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l)
MB Power Steering Fluid
(Pentosin CHF 11S)
Front wheel hubs
approx. 3.5 oz (100 g) each
High temperature roller bearing grease
Brake system
0.7 US qt (0.7 l)
MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+)

427 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.
Accessory weight
(
page 309)
Air pressure
(page 309)
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.
Aspect ratio
(page 309)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
(the58indicator lamp in the
center console comes on and remains
illuminated).
BabySmartTM compatible child seats
Special restraint system for children.
The sensor system for the front pas-
senger seat prevents deployment of
the passenger front air bag if a
BabySmartTM compatible child seat is
installed. See an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.
Bar
(
page 309)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.
Bead
(
page 309)
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
(Customer 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.

428 Technical termsCAN system
(C
ontroller A
rea N
etwork)
Data bus network serving to control ve-
hicle functions such as door locking or
windshield wiping.
Cockpit
All instruments, switches, buttons and
indicator/warning lamps in the passen-
ger compartment needed for vehicle
operation and monitoring.
Cold tire inflation pressure
(
page 309)
COMAND
(Cockpit M
anagement and D
ata
System)
Information and operating center for
vehicle sound and communications
systems, including the radio and navi-
gation system, as well as other optional
equipment (CD changer, telephone,
etc.).Control system
The control system is used to call up
vehicle information and to change
component settings. Information and
messages appear in the multifunction
display. The driver uses the buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel to
navigate through the system and to ad-
just settings.
Cruise control
Driving convenience system that auto-
matically maintains the vehicle speed
set by the driver.
Curb weight
(
page 309)
Distronic*
A driving convenience cruise control
system which helps the driver maintain
a pre-selected speed:


If there is no vehicle directly ahead,
the system operates in the same
way as conventional ->cruise con-
trol.


If a slower moving vehicle is ahead,
Distronic will reduce your vehicle
speed to the extent permitted by re-
duced throttle and up to 20% brak-
ing power to maintain the preset
minimum following distance.
DOT
(Department o
f Transportation)
(
page 309)
Engine number
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the cylinder block to
uniquely identify each engine pro-
duced.
Engine oil viscosity
Measurement for the inner friction (vis-
cosity) of the oil at different tempera-
tures. The higher the temperature an
oil can tolerate without becoming thin,
or the lower the temperature it can tol-
erate without becoming viscous, the
better the viscosity.

430 Technical termsMaintenance System (U.S. vehicles)
Maintenance service indicator in the
multifunction display that informs the
driver when the next vehicle mainte-
nance service is due. The Maintenance
System in your vehicle tracks distance
driven and the time elapsed since your
last maintenance service, and calls for
the next maintenance service accord-
ingly.
Maximum load rating
(
page 310)
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(page 310)
Maximum tire inflation pressure
(page 310)
Memory function
Used to store three individual seat,
steering wheel and exterior mirror posi-
tions.MON
(M
otor O
ctane N
umber)
The Motor Octane Number for gasoline
as determined by a standardized meth-
od. It is an indication of a gasoline’s
ability to resist undesired detonation
(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.
Multifunction display
Display field in the speedometer used
to present information provided by the
control system.
Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel with buttons for operat-
ing the control system.
Normal occupant weight
(
page 310)Overspeed range
Engine speeds within the red marking
of the tachometer dial. Avoid this en-
gine speed range, as it may result in se-
rious engine damage that is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Parktronic system (Parking assist)*
System which uses visual and acoustic
signals to assist the driver during park-
ing maneuvers.
Poly-V-belt drive
Drives engine-components (alternator,
AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.

431 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
Production options weight
(
page 310)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
operation
PSI
(P
ounds per s
quare i
nch)
(
page 310)
Recommended tire inflation pressure
(page 310)
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, belt tensioners, air bags
and child restraint systems. As inde-
pendent systems, their protective func-
tions complement one another.
Rim
(
page 310)
RON
(Research 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 transmission selector le-
ver from being inadvertently moved out
of positionP without the SmartKey
turned and the brake pedal depressed.

432 Technical termsSidewall
(
page 310)
SRS
(Supplemental 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.
Tele Aid System
(T
elematic A
larm I
dentification on
D
emand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response: automatic and man-
ual emergency, roadside assistance
and information. Tele Aid is initially ac-
tivated by completing a subscriber
agreement and placing an acquain-
tance call.
The Tele Aid system is operational pro-
vided that the vehicle’s battery is
charged, properly connected, not dam-
aged and cellular and GPS coverage is
available.Telematics
A combination of the terms “telecom-
munications” and “informatics”.
Tightening torque
Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug
wrench) with which threaded fasteners
such as wheel bolts are tightened.
TIN
(T
ire I
dentification N
umber)
(
page 311)
Tire load rating
(page 311)
Tire ply composition and material used
(page 311)
Tire speed rating
(page 311)
Traction
(page 311)
Tread
(page 311)
Treadwear indicators
(page 311)Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
(
page 311)
Vehicle capacity weight
(page 311)
Vehicle level control
The ground clearance of the vehicle is
automatically controlled according to a
selected setting and speed. The driver
can choose manually within a range of
ground clearance, for example on very
rough roads.
Vehicle maximum load on the tire
(page 311)
VIN
(Vehicle I
dentification N
umber)
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the body to uniquely
identify each vehicle produced.
Voice control system*
Voice control system for car phones,
portable cell phones and audio sys-
tems (radio, CD, etc.).

434 IndexAutomatic locking when driving 110
Automatic transmission 48, 165
Accelerator position 169
Driving tips 169
Emergency operation (Limp Home
Mode) 177
Gear ranges 170
Gear selector lever position 48, 165,
167
Gear shifting malfunctions 177
Kickdown 169
Kickdown, manual shift program
CL 55 AMG and CL 65 AMG 177
Manual (One-touch) gearshifting 172
Manual shift program CL 55 AMG and
CL 65 AMG 175
Shift program mode selector
switch 171
Starting the engine 48
Steering wheel gearshift control
CL 55 AMG and CL 65 AMG 173
Transmission fluid level 279
Warning sounds (vehicles with
KEYLESS-GO*) 59B
BabySmart
TM
Air bag deactivation system 74
Compatible child seats 427
Self-test 74
Backrest
Power seats 37
Power seats, Multicontour* 117
Backrest supports
Shoulder region (Multicontour
seats*) 117
Backup lamps
Replacing bulbs 379, 383
Bar 309
BAS 81, 427
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking battery condition 93
Replacing 376
Battery, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Checking battery condition 99
Replacing 377
Battery, Vehicle 281, 391
Charging 392
Disconnecting 392
Jump starting 394
Message in display 345Reconnecting 393
Reinstalling 392
Removing 392
Bead 309
Beverage holder see Cup holder
Bi-Xenon headlamps see Headlamps
Block heater (Canada only) 314
Brake Assist System see BAS
Brake fluid 420
Brake warning lamp 329
Checking 271
Message in display 346
Brake lamp
High mounted 379
Messages in display 354
Replacing bulbs 379
Brake pads
Message in display 346
Brakes 260
High-performance brake system
(CL 65 AMG only) 261
Warning lamp 329
Break-in the vehicle 258
Bulbs, replacing
Side marker lamps, front 382
Bulbs, replacing see Replacing bulbs