2007 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK63AMG tires

Contents
Power windows .................................. 249
Opening and closing
the windows ................................. 249
Synchronizing power windows ..... 251
Summer opening feature .............. 252
Convenience closing feature ........ 253
Opening and closing
all side windows with
the soft top switch ....................... 254
Soft top .............................................. 255
Opening and closing
the soft top................................... 255
Opening and closing
the soft top with the SmartKey .... 259
Luggage cover .............................. 260
Wind screen ................................. 261
Driving systems ................................. 263
Cruise control............................... 263
Parktronic system
(Parking assist)*,
CLK 63 AMG (USA),
Canada all vehicles....................... 267
Loading .............................................. 271
Ski sack* (Canada only) ............... 271
Loading instructions ..................... 275Useful features .................................. 276
Storage compartments ................ 276
Center armrest ............................. 278
Armrest in the
rear passenger compartment ....... 279
Cup holders.................................. 279
Ashtrays ....................................... 280
Cigarette lighter ........................... 282
Power outlet in the
rear passenger compartment ....... 283
Floormats* ................................... 283
Telephone* .................................. 284
Tele Aid ........................................ 287
Garage door opener* ................... 293
Operation......................................... 299
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ........ 300
Driving instructions ........................... 301
Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 301
Drinking and driving ..................... 301
Pedals .......................................... 301
Power assistance ......................... 302
Brakes.......................................... 302
Driving off .................................... 304
Parking......................................... 304
Tires ............................................. 305
Hydroplaning................................ 306
Tire traction ................................. 306
Tire speed rating .......................... 307
Winter driving instructions ........... 308
Standing water............................. 309
Passenger compartment .............. 309
Driving abroad ............................. 309
Control and operation
of radio transmitters .................... 309
Catalytic converter....................... 310
Emission control .......................... 310
Coolant temperature.................... 311

Contents
At the gas station .............................. 312
Refueling ...................................... 312
Check regularly
and before a long trip ................... 314
Engine compartment ......................... 315
Hood ............................................ 315
Engine oil ..................................... 317
Transmission fluid level ................ 319
Coolant ........................................ 320
Battery ......................................... 321
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system* ......... 322
Tires and wheels ................................ 323
Important guidelines .................... 323
Tire care and maintenance........... 324
Direction of rotation ..................... 326
Loading the vehicle ...................... 326
Recommended
tire inflation pressure ................... 331
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 333
MOExtended system* .................. 336
Tire labeling.................................. 337
Load identification ....................... 341
DOT,
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ... 342
Maximum tire load ....................... 343Maximum tire inflation pressure ... 344
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (U.S. vehicles) .............. 344
Tire ply material ............................ 346
Tire and loading terminology......... 347
Rotating tires ................................ 350
Winter driving ..................................... 351
Winter tires ................................... 351
Block heater (Canada only) ........... 352
Snow chains.................................. 352
Maintenance....................................... 353
Maintenance
service indicator message ............ 353
Clearing the maintenance
service indicator message ............ 354
Maintenance
service term exceeded.................. 354
Calling up the maintenance
service indicator display ............... 355
Resetting the maintenance
service indicator ........................... 355
Vehicle care........................................ 356
Cleaning and care of vehicle ......... 356
Practical hints.................................. 365
What to do if …? ................................. 366
Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 366
Lamp in center console ................ 376
Vehicle status messages
in the multifunction display .......... 378
Where will I find...? ............................. 404
First aid kit.................................... 404
TIREFIT (CLK 63 AMG only)........... 404
Vehicle tool kit.............................. 404
Minispare wheel............................ 407
Spare wheel bolts ......................... 409
Unlocking/locking in an emergency .. 410
Unlocking the vehicle ................... 410
Locking the vehicle ....................... 411
Manually unlocking
the gear selector lever .................. 412
Opening/closing in an emergency ..... 413
Operating roll bars manually ......... 413
Soft top emergency operation ...... 415
Resetting activated head restraints.... 424
Resetting activated
head restraints ............................. 424

Contents
Replacing SmartKey batteries............ 425
SmartKey / SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO*............................... 426
Replacing bulbs ................................. 427
Bulbs ............................................ 428
Replacing bulbs for front lamps.... 430
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 432
Replacing wiper blades ...................... 434
Removing and
installing wiper blades .................. 434
Flat tire .............................................. 436
Preparing the vehicle.................... 436
Sealing tires with TIREFIT
(CLK 63 AMG only) ....................... 436
Mounting the Minispare wheel ..... 441
MOExtended system*................... 446
Battery ............................................... 447
Disconnecting the battery ............ 448
Removing the battery ................... 448
Charging and
reinstalling the battery ................. 449
Reconnecting the battery ............. 449
Jump starting ..................................... 450
Towing the vehicle ............................. 452
Towing the vehicle........................ 452
Installing towing eye bolt.............. 454Fuses ................................................. 456
Mainfuse box
in passenger compartment .......... 457
Fuse box
in engine compartment ................ 457
Fuse box
in trunk ........................................ 458
Technical data................................. 459
Parts service ...................................... 460
Warranty coverage............................. 461
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet ..................... 461
Identification labels ........................... 462
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 464
CLK 350 / CLK 550 ..................... 464
CLK 63 AMG ................................ 464
Engine................................................ 465
Rims and tires.................................... 466
Same size tires ............................. 467
Mixed size tires ............................ 468
Minispare wheel ........................... 469
Electrical system ............................... 470Main dimensions and weights ........... 471
Main dimensions .......................... 471
Weights ........................................ 471
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 472
Capacities .................................... 472
Engine oils ................................... 474
Engine oil additives ...................... 474
Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 474
Brake fluid.................................... 475
Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 475
Fuel requirements ........................ 476
Gasoline additives ........................ 476
Coolants ...................................... 477
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*......... 479
Index................................................. 481

16 Introduction
Operating safety
Proper use of the vehicle
Proper use of the vehicle requires that you
are familiar with the following information
and rules:

the safety precautions in this manual

the “Technical data” section in this
manual

traffic rules and regulations

motor vehicle laws and safety
standards
Warning!G
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because
the vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made
may produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore
never turn off the engine while driving.
Warning!G
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody
or tires / wheels, for example when running
over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole,
may cause serious damage to and impair the
operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a
sudden significant vibration or ride distur-
bance, or you suspect that damage to your
vehicle has occurred, you should turn on
your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow
down, and drive with caution to an area
which is a safe distance from the road.
Inspect the vehicle underbody and
tires / wheels for possible damage. If the
vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the
nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or other qualified maintenance or repair
facility for further inspection or repairs.
Warning!G
Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle. These warning labels are intended
to make you and others aware of various
risks. You should not remove any of these
warning labels unless explicitly instructed to
do so by information on the label itself.
Removal of any of these labels may cause
you and others to be unaware of certain
risks which may result in an accident and/or
personal injury.

23 At a glance
Exterior view
ItemPage
1Trunk
Unlocking
Opening and closing
Minispare wheel
Vehicle tool kit
34
109,
110
407
404
2Rear lamps432
3Rear window, defrosting187
4Fuel filler flap
Refueling
Gasoline312
312
475
5Doors
Locking and unlocking
Closing
Unlocking/locking in an
emergency
34, 62,
98
108
410
ItemPage
6Exterior rear view mirror
Adjusting
Auto-dimming rear view
mirrors
45
185
7Tires and wheels
Checking tire inflation pres-
sure
Run Flat Indicator*
General information
TIREFIT Kit (CLK 63 AMG)
Vehicle tool kit
Minispare wheel
Flat tire323
333
334
323
404
404
407
436
8Towing
Installing towing eye bolt452
454
9Front lamps430
ItemPage
aHood, opening
Engine oil
Coolant
Battery315
317
320
321
bWindshield wipers
Wiper blades, replacing
Wiper blades, cleaning55
434
362
cWindshield
Front window, defrosting
Cleaning with wiper fluid
Cleaning
189,
199
56
362
dSoft top
Opening and closing
Opening and closing in an
emergency
Roll bars
Cleaning
255
415
81
359

88 Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
In this section you will find information on
the following driving safety systems:

ABS (Antilock Brake System)

BAS (Brake Assist System)

ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
ABS
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates
the brake pressure so that the wheels do
not lock during braking. This allows you to
maintain the ability to steer your vehicle.
The ABS is functional above a speed of
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) indepen-
dent of road surface conditions.
On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will
respond even to light brake pressure.
The - indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster (
page 26) comes on when you
switch on the ignition. It goes out when the
engine is running.
Warning!G
The following factors increase the risk of
accidents:

Excessive speed, especially in turns

Wet and slippery road surfaces

Following another vehicle too closely
The ABS, BAS, and ESP
® cannot reduce this
risk.
Always adjust your driving style to the
prevailing road and weather conditions.
iIn winter operation, the maximum effective-
ness of the ABS, the BAS, and the ESP® is only
achieved with winter tires (
page 351) or snow
chains as required.
Warning!G
Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm,
steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pump-
ing the brake pedal defeats the purpose of
the ABS and significantly reduces braking
effectiveness.

89 Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
Braking
At the instant one of the wheels is about to
lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the
brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in
the regulating mode.
Keep firm and steady pressure on the
brake pedal while experiencing the
pulsation.
Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure
yields the advantages provided by the ABS,
namely braking power and the ability to
steer the vehicle.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an
indication of hazardous road conditions
and functions as a reminder to take extra
care while driving.Emergency brake maneuver
Keep continuous full pressure on the
brake pedal.
For more information, see “Practical hints”
(
page 365).
Warning!G
When the ABS is malfunctioning, the BAS
and the ESP® are also switched off. The ba-
sic driving and braking functions are still
available
When the ABS is malfunctioning, the wheels
may lock during hard braking, reducing
steering capability and extending the brak-
ing distance.
Warning!G
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase braking or steering efficiency
beyond that afforded by the condition of the
vehicle brakes and tires or the traction avail-
able on the road surface. The ABS cannot
prevent accidents, including those resulting
from excessive speed in turns, following an-
other vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning.
Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can
prevent accidents. The capabilities of an
ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploit-
ed in a reckless or dangerous manner which
could jeopardize the user’s safety or the
safety of others.

90 Safety and Security
Driving safety systems
BAS
The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in
emergency situations. If you apply the
brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically
provides full brake boost, thereby poten-
tially reducing the braking distance.
Apply continuous full braking pressure
until the emergency braking situation is
over.
The ABS will prevent the wheels from
locking.
When you release the brake pedal, the
brakes function again as normal. The BAS
is then deactivated.
ESP®
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) is
operational as soon as the engine is run-
ning and monitors the vehicle’s traction
(force of adhesive friction between the
tires and the road surface) and handling.
The ESP
® recognizes when a wheel is
spinning or if the vehicle starts to skid. By
applying the brakes to the appropriate
wheel and by limiting the engine output,
the ESP
® works to stabilize the vehicle.
The ESP® is especially useful while driving
off and on wet or slippery road surfaces.
The ESP
® also stabilizes the vehicle during
braking and steering maneuvers.
The ESP
® warning lamp v in the
instrument cluster flashes when the ESP®
is engaged.
The ESP
® warning lamp v in the
instrument cluster comes on when you
switch on the ignition. It goes out when the
engine is running.
Warning!G
If the BAS is malfunctioning, the brake sys-
tem is still functioning normally, but without
the additional brake boost available that
BAS would normally provide in an emergen-
cy braking maneuver. Therefore, the braking
distance may increase.
Warning!G
The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase braking efficiency beyond that
afforded by the condition of the vehicle
brakes and tires or the traction. The BAS
cannot prevent accidents, including those
resulting from excessive speed in turns, fol-
lowing another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The
capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or danger-
ous manner which could jeopardize the
user’s safety or the safety of others.