2007 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK63AMG ABS

407 Practical hints
Where will I find...?
Setting up the collapsible wheel chock
The collapsible wheel chock serves to
additionally secure the vehicle, e.g. while
changing the wheel.
1Tilt the plate upward
2Fold the lower plate outward
3Insert the plateTilt both plates upward1.
Fold the lower plate outward2.
Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the
way into the openings of the base
plate3.
For information on where to place wheel
chocks when changing a wheel, see “Lift-
ing the vehicle” (
page 441).
Minispare wheel
The Minispare wheel is located in the
storage compartment underneath the
trunk floor.
Removing the Minispare wheel
Lift up trunk floor cover and engage
trunk floor handle in upper edge of
trunk.
Loosen the retaining screw in the mid-
dle of storage well casing by turning it
counterclockwise (
page 405).
Remove the storage well casing
(
page 405).

437 Practical hints
Flat tire
Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails)
should not be removed from the tire.
Take TIREFIT, the sticker, and the
electric air pump out of the trunk
(
page 404).
Attach the sticker (supplied with the
TIREFIT kit) where it will be easily seen
by the driver on the instrument cluster.1TIREFIT container
2Flap
3Notch
4Electrical plug
5Air hose
6Flange
Open flap2 on the electric air pump.
Pull electrical plug4 and air hose5
out of the pump housing.
Warning!G
TIREFIT is a limited repair device. TIREFIT
cannot be used for cuts or punctures larger
than approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) and tire
damage caused by driving with extremely
low tire inflation pressure, or on a flat tire, or
a damaged wheel.
Do not drive the vehicle under such circum-
stances.
Contact your nearest Mercedes-Benz
Center for assistance or call Roadside
Assistance.
Warning!G
Take care not to allow the contents of
TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes or
clothing. TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled,
swallowed or absorbed through the skin -
causes skin, eye and respiratory irritation.
Any contact with eyes or skin should be
flushed immediately with plenty of water.
If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT,
change clothing as soon as possible.
In case of allergic reaction or rash, consult a
physician immediately.
Warning!G
Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children.
If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with
plenty of water and drink plenty of water.
Do not induce vomiting!
Consult a physician immediately.
Keep away from open flame or heat source.
iIf sealant has leaked out, let it dry. You can
then peel it off.


466 Technical data
Rims and tires
!Only use tires which have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by
Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best
possible performance in conjunction with the
driving safety systems on your vehicle such as
ABS or ESP
®. Tires specially developed for your
vehicle and tested and approved by Mer-
cedes-Benz can be identified by finding the fol-
lowing on the tire’s sidewall:

MO = Mercedes-Benz Original equipment
tires
AMG vehicles:
Does not apply to all approved tires on AMG
vehicles. For information on tested and ap-
proved tires for AMG vehicles, contact an au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended
(tires with limited run-flat characteristics)
original equipment tires. Using tires other
than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may
result in damage that is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
iFor information on driving with MOExtended
tires, see “MOExtended system*” (
page 336).
!Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental effects,
such as

poor handling characteristics

increased noise

increased fuel consumption
Moreover, tires and rims not approved by
Mercedes-Benz may, under load, exhibit dimen-
sional variations and different tire deformation
characteristics that could cause them to come
into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts.
Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the
result.
iFurther information on tires and rims is
available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-
ter. A placard with the recommended tire infla-
tion pressures is located on the driver’s door
B-pillar. Some vehicles may have supplemental
tire inflation pressure information for driving at
high speeds (
page 332) or for vehicle loads
less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition
(
page 331).If such information is provided, it can be found
on the placard located on the inside of the fuel
filler flap. The tire inflation pressure should be
checked regularly and should only be adjusted
on cold tires. Follow tire manufacturer’s mainte-
nance recommendation included with vehicle.
iThe following pages also list the approved
wheel rim and tire sizes for equipping your vehi-
cles with winter tires. Winter tires are not avail-
able as standard or optional factory equipment,
but can be purchased from an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Depending on vehicle model and the standard or
optional factory-equipped wheel rim/tire config-
uration on your vehicle (Appearance Package,
Sport Package etc.), equipping your vehicle with
winter tires approved for your vehicle model may
also require the purchase of two or four wheel
rims of the recommended size for use with these
winter tires. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center for more information.

475 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Brake fluid
During vehicle operation, the boiling point
of the brake fluid is continuously reduced
through the absorption of moisture from
the atmosphere.
Only brake fluid approved by
Mercedes-Benz is recommended. An
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
provide you with additional information.Premium unleaded gasoline
Warning!G
Under extremely strenuous operating condi-
tions, this moisture content can lead to the
formation of bubbles in the system, thus re-
ducing the system’s efficiency.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced
regularly. Refer to your vehicle's Mainte-
nance Booklet for replacement interval.
Warning!G
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious per-
sonal injury.
Never allow sparks, flame or smoking mate-
rials near gasoline!
Turn off the engine before refueling
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid in-
haling fumes and skin or clothing contact,
extinguish all smoking materials.
Direct skin contact with fuels and the inha-
lation of fuel vapors can be damaging to
your health.
!To maintain the engine’s durability and per-
formance, premium unleaded gasoline must be
used. If premium unleaded is not available and
low octane fuel is used, follow these precau-
tions:

Have the fuel tank only partially filled with
unleaded regular and fill up with premium
unleaded as soon as possible.

Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceler-
ation.

Do not exceed an engine speed of 3 000 rpm
if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such
as two persons and no luggage.

Do not exceed 2/3 of maximum accelerator
pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or
operating in mountainous terrain.

481 Index
A
ABS 27, 88
Malfunction indicator lamp 366
Messages in display 380
Accelerator position,
automatic transmission 174
Accessory weight 347
Accident 57
Active head restraints 80
Resetting 424
Air bags 65
Children 82
Front passenger front
air bag off indicator lamp 74
Front, Driver 69
Front, Passenger 69
Head-thorax 70
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) 71
Rear side-impact* 70
Safety guidelines 67
Air conditioning refrigerant 474
Air conditioning system see
Climate control system
Air conditioning, Cooling 196, 208
Air distribution 192, 203Air pressure see
Tires, Inflation pressure
Air recirculation mode 194, 205
Air vents 197, 210
Air volume 192, 204
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 404, 443
AMG menu (CLK 63 AMG only) 145
Lap analysis 149
Overall analysis 148
RACETIMER 149
Vehicle supply voltage 146
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 477, 478
Antiglare, Rear view mirror 184, 185
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft alarm
system indicator lamp 29
Anti-theft systems 95
Anti-theft alarm system 95
Immobilizer 95
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest 278, 279
Ashtrays 280
Aspect ratio 347
ATF 319AUDIO menu 149
CD player (CD, MP3-CD) 150
Radio station 149
Radio station (satellite*) 150
Search function 163
Audio system 211
Button and soft key operation 214
CD changer* 230
CD operation 227
Emergency calls "911" 247
MP3 228
Operating and display elements 212
Operating audio system 211
Operating safety 211
Radio operation 218
Sound system* 211, 215
Switching on/off 214
Telephone* operation 211, 234
Auto-dimming, Rear view mirror 185
Automatic central locking,
Control system 117, 164
Automatic climate control see
Climate control system
Automatic headlamp mode see Headlamps
Automatic lighting control,
Interior lighting 134

485 Index
Overall analysis 148
RACETIMER 146
Symbol messages 388–403
Text messages 380–386
Vehicle status message memory 152
Vehicle status messages see
Multifunction display messages
Vehicle supply voltage 146
Distance to empty (Range),
Trip computer 165, 166
Door
Control panel 32
Entry lamps 135
Handle 108
Handle (inside) 32
Locking/unlocking,
KEYLESS-GO* 35, 62, 104
Locking/unlocking,
SmartKey 34, 62, 100
Opening from inside/outside 108
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 292
Unlocking, Mechanical key 410
DOT 347
Drinking and driving 301Driving
Abroad 309
Hydroplaning 306
In winter 308
Instructions 47, 301
Problems 57
Safety systems 88
Systems 263
Through standing water 309
Driving off 304
Driving safety systems
ABS 88
BAS 90
Electronic traction system 92
ESP
®90
Driving systems
Cruise control 263
Parktronic system*
(CLK 63 AMG (USA),
Canada all vehicles) 267
Driving tips 174
Accelerator position 174
Kickdown 174E
Easy-entry/exit feature 44, 164
Electrical fuses see Fuses
Electrical outlet 283
Electrical system, Technical data 470
Electronic Stability Program see ESP
®
Emergency call system* 287
Emergency calls
911 calls 247
Tele Aid calls 288, 289
Emergency operation
(Limp-Home Mode) 183
Emergency operations
Active head restraints, Resetting 424
Center console,
Indicator lamps 376–377
Gear selector lever, Unlocking 412
Instrument cluster,
Indicator lamps 366–375
Remote door unlock 292
Roll bars, Lowering 414
Roll bars, Releasing 413
Soft top, Closing 415–423
Trunk lid, Releasing from inside 116
Trunk lid, Unlocking 411
Unlocking/locking the vehicle 410

490 Index
KEYLESS-GO* 101
Batteries in SmartKey 107
Battery check lamp, SmartKey 105
Factory setting 104, 106
Ignition 38
Important notes 103
Lock button 62
Locking/unlocking 35, 62, 101
Locking/unlocking,
Global setting 104, 105
Locking/unlocking,
Global with lock button
on trunk lid 106
Locking/unlocking,
Selective setting 105, 106
Loss of key 107
Messages in display 395, 396
Remote control 101
Start/stop button 37
Starting the engine 51
Turning off the engine 60
Unlocking/opening trunk lid 107
Kickdown 174
Kilopascal 348L
Labels 462
Certification 462
Emission control information 463
Vacuum line routing diagram 463
Lamp sensor see Light sensor
Lamps, exterior 427
Light sensor 396
Messages in display 397–400
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS 27, 366
Battery (SmartKey) 100, 105
Brakes 27, 368
Center console 376–377
CHECK ENGINE 369, 370
Coolant 371
Coolant temperature 27, 137
Distance warning 27
Engine diagnostics 369, 370
Engine malfunction 27, 369, 370
ESP
®27, 372
Fog lamps 130
Front passenger front air bag off 69
Front passenger front
air bag off indicator lamp 376
Fuel reserve 27, 373High beam headlamp 27
Instrument cluster 366–375
Low beam headlamp 27
Parktronic system*
(CLK 63 AMG (USA),
Canada all vehicles)
warning indicators 269
Roll bar 373
Seat belt telltale 27, 78
SRS 27, 65, 375
Turn signals 27
Language, Setting 156
LATCH-type child seat anchors see
Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in display 398
Replacing bulbs 428, 433
Light alloy wheels, cleaning 362
Light sensor
Messages in display 396
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting, Exterior and interior 126
Limp-home mode 183
Loading
Ski sack* (Canada only) 271
Loading see Vehicle loading

492 Index
Multifunction display messages 378
ABS 380
Battery 388
Brake fluid 389
Brake pads 389
Check engine 390
Coolant 390–392
Engine 390
Engine coolant 390–392
ESP
®380
Fog lamps 397
Front passenger
front air bag 382–385
Fuel cap 393
Fuel reserve tank 395
Gear selector lever 386
Headlamps 397–400
Key, SmartKey 395
KEYLESS-GO* 395
Lamps 397
Lamps, exterior 397–400
License plate lamp 398
Light sensor 396
Parking brake 389
Parking lamps 398
Roll bars 386Soft top 402
SRS 401
Steering gear oil 402
Tele Aid 401
Telephone* 403
Turn signals 397
Windshield washer fluid 403
Multifunction steering wheel 28, 140
Button operation 140
N
Navigation system* 151
See separate
COMAND* operating instructions
Net, Parcel 277
Neutral gear position,
Automatic transmission 170, 172
New vehicle break-in 300
Night security illumination 129
Normal occupant weight 348
Number, paintwork code 462
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) 462, 463O
Occupant Classification System see OCS
Occupant distribution 348
Occupant safety 64
Active head restraints 80
Air bags 65
Children and air bags 82
Children in the vehicle 82
ETD 79
Fastening the seat belts 47
Front air bags 69
Front passenger front
air bag off indicator lamp 74, 376
Head-thorax air bags 70
Infant and child restraint systems 82
LATCH-type child seat anchors 85
OCS 71
Rear side-impact air bags* 70
Roll bars 81
Safety guidelines,
Seat belts, Air bag, ETD 67
Seat belts 47, 75
SRS 64