2007 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS63AMG transmission fluid

Contents
At the gas station .............................. 283
Refueling ...................................... 283
Check regularly and
before a long trip.......................... 285
Engine compartment ......................... 286
Hood ............................................ 286
Engine oil ..................................... 287
Transmission fluid level ................ 289
Coolant level ................................ 290
Battery ......................................... 291
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system* ......... 292
Tires and wheels ................................ 293
Important guidelines .................... 293
Tire care and maintenance........... 294
Direction of rotation ..................... 295
Loading the vehicle ...................... 296
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ....................................... 301
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 302
MOExtended system* .................. 313
Tire labeling.................................. 313
Load identification ....................... 317DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) .............................................. 318
Maximum tire load ........................ 319
Maximum tire inflation pressure ... 320
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading Standards (U.S. vehicles). 320
Tire ply material ............................ 322
Tire and loading terminology......... 323
Rotating tires ................................ 326
Winter driving ..................................... 327
Winter tires ................................... 327
Block heater* (Canada only) ......... 328
Snow chains.................................. 328
Maintenance....................................... 329
Maintenance service indicator
message ....................................... 329
Calling up the maintenance
service indicator ........................... 331
Resetting the maintenance
service indicator ........................... 331
Vehicle care........................................ 332
Cleaning and care of vehicle ......... 332
Practical hints.................................. 341
What to do if … ................................... 342
Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 342
Lamp in center console ................ 353
Vehicle status messages in the
multifunction display .................... 356
Where will I find...? ............................. 391
First aid kit.................................... 391
Spare wheel .................................. 391
Vehicle tool kit.............................. 393
Luggage box ................................. 395
Unlocking/locking in an emergency .. 396
Unlocking the vehicle ................... 396
Locking the vehicle ....................... 397
Fuel filler flap emergency release . 398
Manually unlocking
the gear selector lever .................. 398
Opening/closing in an emergency ..... 400
Power tilt/sliding sunroof ............. 400
Resetting activated head restraints.... 401
Replacing SmartKey batteries ............ 402
SmartKey/SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO* ............................... 402

289 Operation
Engine compartment
For more information on messages in the
multifunction display concerning engine
oil, see the “Practical hints” section
(page 377).
Adding engine oil
CLS 550
CLS 63 AMG
Unscrew filler cap1 from filler neck.

Add engine oil as required. Be careful
not to overfill with oil.Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.
Avoid environmental damage caused by oil
entering the ground or water.

Screw filler cap1 back on filler neck.
For more information on engine oil, see the
“Technical data” section (
page 449) and
(
page 451).
Transmission fluid level
The transmission fluid level does not need
to be checked. If you notice transmission
fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions,
have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
check the transmission.
!
Only use approved engine oils and oil filters
required for vehicles with Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles).
For a listing of approved engine oils and oil fil-
ters, refer to the Factory Approved Service Prod-
ucts pamphlet (USA only) in your vehicle
literature portfolio, or contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Using engine oils and oil filters of specification
other than those expressly required for the Main-
tenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS
(Canada vehicles), or changing of oil and oil filter
at change intervals longer than those called for
by the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or
FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) will result in engine
or emission control system damage not covered
by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
!
Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off.
It could cause damage to the engine and emis-
sion control system not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

449 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Capacities
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore only use
products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or
inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Warning!
G
Comply with all valid regulations with re-
spect to handling, storing and disposing of
service fluids. Otherwise you could endan-
ger persons or the environment.
Keep service fluids out of the reach of chil-
dren.
For health reasons, you should prevent ser-
vice fluids from coming into direct contact
with your skin or clothing.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a phy-
sician immediately.
Model
Capacity
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Engine with oil filter
CLS 550
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
Approved engine oils
Engine with oil filter including
oil cooler
CLS 63 AMG
9.3 US qt (8.8 l)
Approved engine oils
Automatic transmission
CLS 550
9.7 US qt (9.2 l)
MB Automatic Transmission Fluid
CLS 63 AMG
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
Rear axle
CLS 550
1.37 US qt (1.3 l)
Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
CLS 63 AMG
1.27 US qt (1.2 l)

458 IndexAutomatic climate control (4-zone) 190
Air recirculation mode 200
Deactivating 195
Rear window defroster 189
Setting the temperature 197
Automatic headlamp mode 129
Automatic lighting control, Interior
lighting 135
Automatic locking when driving 165
Automatic shift program 177
Automatic transmission
Accelerator position 175
Automatic shift program 177
Emergency operation (limp-home
mode) 184
Gear ranges 176
Gear selector lever 171
Gear selector lever control one-touch
gearshifting 178
Gear selector lever positions 173
Gear shifting malfunctions 184
Kickdown 175
Kickdown, manual shift program
CLS 63 AMG 183Manual shift program
CLS 63 AMG 181
Program mode selector switch 177
Shifting procedure 172
Starting the engine 51
Steering wheel gearshift control
one-touch gearshifting* 179
Auxiliary bulbs 404
Messages in display 381
B
BabySmart
TM
Airbag deactivation system 76
Self-test 77
Backrest
Seat 42
Seat, multicontour* 122
Backup lamps see Reverse lamps
Bar 323
BAS 92
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking battery condition 110
Replacing 402
Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Checking battery condition 110
Replacing 402Batteries, vehicle 420
Charging 422
Disconnecting 421
Jump starting 423
Messages in display 370, 371
Reconnecting 422
Reinstalling 422
Removing 421
Bead 323
Beverage holder see Cup holders
Bi-Xenon headlamps see
Headlamps 128
Block heater* (Canada only) 328
Brake fluid
Checking 285
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses 336
Replacing bulbs 406
Brake pads
Message in display 371
Brakes
High-performance brake system
(CLS 63 AMG only) 274
Warning lamp 344
Break-in period 270
Bulbs, replacing see Replacing bulbs

463 Index
Flexible Service System see FSS PLUS
Floormats 253
Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid 449
Brake fluid 450
Capacities 449
Engine coolant 450
Engine oil 449
Power steering fluid 450
Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system 450
Fog lamp, rear 131
Fog lamps 131
Messages in display 380, 381, 382,
383, 384
Fog lamps, front
Corner-illuminating* 132
Switching on 131
Front air bags 69
Front lamps see Headlamps
Front passenger front air bag
Messages in display 353
Front passenger front air bag off indicator
lamp 70, 75Front seat head restraints see Head re-
straints
FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) 330
Fuel
Additives 453
Capacities, Fuel tank 450
Filler flap and cap 283
Filling the tank 283
Fuel reserve warning lamp 348
Premium unleaded gasoline 284
Requirements
Gasoline additives 453
Premium unleaded gasoline 452
Fuel consumption statistics
Since last reset 167
Since start 167
Fuel filler flap 283
Locking/unlocking 283
Opening 283
Fuel tank
Capacity 283
Filler flap 283
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 449
Fuse box in trunk 429Fuses 428
Aids for replacing fuses 428
Fuse box (main) in passenger
compartment 429
Fuse box in trunk 429
Fuse chart 428
Fuse extractor 428
Replacing 428
Spare fuses 428
G
Garage door opener 263
Gasoline see Fuel
GAWR 323
Gear range
Automatic transmission 176
Limiting 176
Shifting into optimal 179, 181
Gear selector lever 171
Cleaning 339
Gearshift pattern 171
Lock 51
Position 172, 173
Shifting procedure 172
Unlocking in an emergency 398

468 IndexMinispare wheel see Spare wheel 391
Mirrors
Adjusting 46
Auto-dimming 185
Exterior rear view mirror 47
Exterior rear view mirror parking
positions 166, 187
Interior rear view mirror 47
Storing exterior mirror parking
position 127
Mobile phone see Telephone*
MOE tires* see MOExtended system*
MOExtended system* 313, 419
MOExtended tires* 313, 444
MON 284
MP3
Selecting track 152
Multicontour seat* 122
Multifunction display 141
Changing settings see Control system
menus and Control system
submenus 141
Selecting language 157Multifunction display messages
ABS 358, 372
Airmatic DC 389, 390
Brake fluid 372
Brake pads 371
Check engine 345, 346
Coolant 373, 374, 375
Cruise control 359
Distronic* 359
Door 370
Engine oil 377
ESP
®
358, 361, 372
Fog lamps 380, 381, 382, 383, 384
Hood 370
Light sensor 383
Parking brake 372
Parking lamps 382
PRE-SAFE®
358, 366
Reserve fuel 378
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 378,
379, 380
SRS 386
Taillamps 384, 385Tele Aid 386
Telephone* 389
Tires 388
Trunk 370
Turn signals 385
Windshield washer fluid 389
Multifunction steering wheel 28, 142
Button operation 142
N
NAV* menu (Control system) 152
Navigation system see separate COMAND
operating instructions
Net, parcel 246
Neutral gear position, Automatic
transmission 171, 173
Night security illumination 131
Normal occupant weight 324
Number, Vehicle Identification (VIN) 434

473 Index
Speedometer 27
Selecting display mode 157
SRS 64
Indicator lamp 27, 350
Messages in display 386
Standing lamps 128
Standing water, Driving through 279
Starter switch 38
Starter switch positions 38
Starting difficulties 52
Starting position 38
Starting the engine
SmartKey 51
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 52
Steering wheel 28
Adjustment 44
Buttons 28
Cleaning 339
Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch
gearshifting*
Automatic transmission 179
Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 263Storage compartments 32, 244
Center armrest 244
Cup holder 247
Glove box 244
Parcel net in front passenger
footwell 246
Rear armrest 245
Rear center console 245
Ruffled storage bags 246
Under seat 245
Storing
Positions into memory (Memory
function*) 126
Tires 295
Submenus see Control system submenus
Substitute bulbs see Auxiliary bulbs
Sun visors 187
Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Sunshade*, rear window 188
Suspension tuning
For comfortable driving style 231
For sporty driving style 231
Symbols used in this operator’s
manual 15T
Tachometer 27, 139
Overspeed range 139
Tail lamps
Messages in display 384, 385
Replacing bulbs 409
Tar stains 333
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant 451
Brake fluid 451
Capacities fuels, lubricants etc. 449
Coolant 453
Dimensions 448
Electrical system 447
Engine 437
Engine oil additives 451
Engine oils 451
Fuel requirements 452
Gasoline additives 453
Premium unleaded gasoline 452
Rims and tires 438
Weights 448
Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system 450

475 Index
Service life 294
Sizes 439
Snow 327
Snow chains 328
Spare wheel 391
Speed rating 316, 325
Storing 295
Temperature 302, 322
Terminology 323
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) (USA only) 306
TPMS malfunction telltale 351
Traction 276, 321, 325
Tread 325
Tread depth 294, 327
Treadwear indicators 325
Vehicle maximum load on 325
Wear pattern 326
Winter 327
Tools 393
Top tether
Children in the vehicle 87
Total load limit 325
Towing eye bolt 426Towing the vehicle 425
Tow-start 423, 425
Traction 325
Transmission fluid level 289
Transmission gear selector lever see Gear
selector lever
Transmission see Automatic transmission
Traveling abroad 280
Tread 325
Tread depth 294, 327
Tread depth (tires) 327
Treadwear indicators 325
Trip computer 167
Trip odometer
Resetting 139
Trunk
Closing the lid 113
Fuse box 429
Lamp 137
Lock button, KEYLESS-GO* 109
Message in display 370
Opening 112
Tie-down rings 243
Trunk lid emergency release 116
Unlocking in an emergency 397
Valet locking 117Turn signals 55
Additional in mirrors 405
Bulbs 405
Cleaning lenses 336
Indicator lamps 27
Messages in display 385
Replacing bulbs 408
Turning off engine 60
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards 325
Units, Settings
Speedometer 157
Temperature 158
Unleaded gasoline, Premium 452
Unlocking 36
In an emergency 396
Mechanical Key 396
Uphill driving, Cruise control 216
Upholstery
Cleaning 339
Useful features 244