2008 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class automatic transmission

710 Practical hintsTowing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the
vehicle be transported with all wheels off
the ground using flatbed or appropriate
wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is
preferable to other types of towing.
When circumstances do not permit the
recommended towing methods, the
vehicle may be towed with all wheels on
the ground or front axle raised only so far
as necessary to have the vehicle moved to
a safe location where the recommended
towing methods can be employed.!
To prevent damage during transport, do not
tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension
parts.
!
Before towing the vehicle observe the fol-
lowing instructions:


Do not tow-start the vehicle.


Use flatbed or wheel lift/dolly equipment
with the ignition switched off.


Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Tow-
ing with sling-type equipment over bumpy
roads will damage radiator and supports.


Towing of the vehicle should only be done
using the properly installed towing eye bolt.
Never attach a tow cable, tow rope or tow
rod to the vehicle chassis, frame or suspen-
sion parts. For more information see “Install-
ing towing eye bolt” (
page 713).
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If the battery is disconnected or discharged


the SmartKey will not turn in the starter
switch


the automatic transmission will remain
locked in park positionP.
For more information see “Batteries”
(
page 702) or “Jump starting” (
page 707).

711 Practical hints
Towing the vehicle
Towing with front wheels raised

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: Remove
the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button
from the starter switch (
page 366).

Insert the SmartKey into the starter
switch.

Switch on the ignition.

Switch off the automatic central lock-
ing (
page 363).

Depress the brake pedal.

Shift the automatic transmission to
neutral positionN.

If engaged, manually release the
electronic parking brake.

Switch off the ignition and leave the
SmartKey in the starter switch.
Warning!
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When leaving the SmartKey or SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO* in the starter switch, do
not leave children unattended in the vehicle.
It is possible for children to switch on the
ignition which could result in unsupervised
use of vehicle equipment. Unsupervised use
of vehicle equipment could result in an
accident and/or serious personal injury.
!
Keep in mind that it is important for the
SmartKey to be left in starter switch with the ig-
nition switched off. As soon as the SmartKey is
removed from the starter switch the automatic
transmission will shift to park positionP.
!
Make sure that the ignition is switched off.
If the starter switch is in position2, active brak-
ing action through the ESP
® may otherwise seri-
ously damage the brake system.
!
The vehicle may be towed only for distances
up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to ex-
ceed 30 mph (50 km/h).

712 Practical hintsTowing the vehicleTowing with all wheels on the ground

Switch on the ignition.

Shift the automatic transmission to
neutral positionN.

If engaged, manually release the
electronic parking brake.
Warning!
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If circumstances require towing the vehicle
with all wheels on the ground, always tow
with a tow bar if:

the engine will not run


there is a malfunction in the brake
system


there is a malfunction in the power sup-
ply or in the vehicle’s electrical system
This is necessary to adequately control the
towed vehicle.
Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on
the ground, make certain the SmartKey is in
starter switch position2.
Warning!
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With the engine not running, there is no
power assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to keep
in mind that a considerably higher degree of
effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve-
hicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.
!
Keep in mind that it is important to have the
ignition switched on. As soon as the SmartKey is
removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO* is removed from the vehicle,
the automatic transmission will shift to park
positionP.
!
The vehicle may be towed only for distances
up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to ex-
ceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
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To signal turns while being towed with the
hazard warning flasher in use, the ignition must
be switched on. You can then activate the com-
bination switch for the left or right turn signal in
the usual manner – only the selected turn signal
will operate.
Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warn-
ing flasher will operate again.

715 Practical hintsFuses
Before replacing fuses:
Engage the electronic parking brake
(page 412).

Make sure the automatic transmission
is set to park positionP (
page 417).
The gear position indicator in the multi-
function display should be on park
positionP.

Turn off all electrical consumers.

Turn off the engine (
page 415).

Switch off the vehicle’s internal electri-
cal functions (
page 705).
Fuse boxes in engine compartment
Open the hood (
page 553).
Box on the driver’s side
Example illustration from CL 55014 screws
2Cover
3JumperOpening

Take the crank from the Operator’s
Manual pouch.

Loosen screws1 with crank.

Remove jumper3.

Remove cover2.
Closing

Attach cover2.

Attach jumper3.

Tighten screws1 with crank.
!
The cover must fit properly, as otherwise
moisture or dirt may impair the functionality of
the fuses.

733 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!
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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
service fluids from coming into direct
contact with your skin or clothing.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a
physician immediately.
Model
Capacity
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Engine with oil filter
CL 550
CL 600
CL 63 AMG
CL 65 AMG
8.98 US qt. (8.5 l)
9.51 US qt. (9.0 l)
9.25 US qt. (8.75 l)
9.51 US qt. (9.0 l)
Approved engine oils
Automatic transmission
CL 550
CL 600
CL 63 AMG
CL 65 AMG
10.36 US qt. (9.8 l)
8.14 US qt. (7.7 l)
9.25 US qt. (8.75 l)
9.2 US qt. (8.7 l)
MB Automatic Transmission Fluid

743 Index
A
ABC 461
Messages in display 639
Setting vehicle level 462
ABS 65
Indicator lamp 31, 65, 608
Messages in display 641
Accelerator position, automatic
transmission 424
Accessory weight 585
Accident 411
Active headlamps 391
Adaptive Brake Lights
(CL 600, USA only) 67
Additional turn signals 689
Address book (COMAND) 163
Calling up 164
Changing an entry 170
Creating an entry 164
Deleting an entry 171
Details about an entry 168
Displaying details about an entry in
the phone book on the mobile
phone 169
Importing data 175
Making a call 172Menu overview 163
Searching for an entry 166
Starting route guidance 172
Voice entry 173
Address book (Voice Control) 325
Advanced Parking Guidance* 471
Air bags 42
Children 57
Front 46
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp 51
Knee bag 46
OCS 48
Safety guidelines 44
Side impact 47
Window curtain 47
Air conditioning, Refrigerant 735, 736
Air distribution
Adjusting (COMAND) 271
Air pressure 585
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air recirculation mode 496
Air vents 490
Air volume
Adjusting 494
Adjusting (COMAND) 271Alarm
Audible alarm and flashing exterior
lamps (Panic alarm) 64
Alarm system see Anti-theft alarm system
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 681, 699
Ambient lighting
COMAND menu 265
AMG menu (Control system
instrument cluster) 291
Antiglare
Rear view mirrors 383
Anti-theft systems 79
Alarm, visual and audible 79
Anti-theft alarm system 79
Immobilizer 79
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest 510, 512
Ashtray 516
Aspect ratio 585
Audio (COMAND) 112
CD mode 120
DVD mode 120
MP3 mode 120
Audio (Control system
instrument cluster) 289
CD/DVD changer 290

744 IndexAudio AUX (COMAND) 125
Audio DVD
Fast forward/rewind (COMAND) 123
Menu overview (COMAND) 119
Pause function (COMAND) 121
Stop function (COMAND) 121
Auto-dimming, Rear view mirrors 383
Automatic climate control 491
Adjusting air distribution
(COMAND) 271
Adjusting air flow from air vents
(COMAND) 275
Adjusting air volume (COMAND) 271
Adjusting the footwell temperature
(COMAND) 274
Air recirculation mode 496
Central climate control menu
(COMAND) 272
Defrosting 494
Operating via COMAND 269
Rear window defroster 496
Selecting Mono mode
(COMAND) 273
Setting temperature (COMAND) 270
Setting the temperature 494Switching cooling on or off
(COMAND) 272
Automatic headlamp mode 301, 392
Automatic lighting control, Interior
lighting 398
Automatic locking when driving 363
Automatic shift program 427
Automatic transmission
Accelerator position 424
Automatic shift program 427
Emergency operation
(Limp-Home Mode) 433
Fluid 733
Fluid level 558
Gear ranges 426
Gear selector lever 417
Gear shifting malfunctions 433
Hill start assist system 425
Kickdown 424
Kickdown, manual shift program
(CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG) 432
Manual shift program mode
(CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG) 430
Program mode selector switch 427
Shifting procedure 420Starting the engine 406
Steering wheel gearshift control 428
Transmission fluid 558
Transmission positions 421
AUX
Audio 125
Video 126
AUX jacks 125
B
Backup lamps
Replacing bulbs 689
Bar 586
BAS 67
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking battery condition 361
Replacing 686
Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Checking battery condition 361
Replacing 686
Batteries, vehicle 702
Charging 705
Discharged, Jump starting 707
Disconnecting 704
For electrical consumers 702
For starter 702

750 IndexETD 56
Safety guidelines 44
Exterior lighting
Delayed switch-off (COMAND) 260
Locator lighting (COMAND) 261
Exterior rear view mirrors
Adjusting 381
Auto-dimming on the driver’s
side 383
Fold in automatically when locking
(COMAND) 262
Lower mirror when reversing
(COMAND) 262
Power folding 382
F
Favorite button 259
First aid kit 681
Flat tire 696
Jacking up the vehicle 697
Lowering the vehicle 701
Mounting the spare wheel 696
Preparing the vehicle 696
Floormats* 518Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid 733
Brake fluid 735, 736
Capacities 733
Engine coolant 559, 735, 738
Engine oil 557, 733, 736
Power steering fluid 734
Windshield washer system and head-
lamp cleaning system 735, 741
Fog lamps
Messages in display 666
Replacing bulbs 689
Front air bags 46
Front lamps see headlamps
Front passenger front air bag 46
Messages in display 628
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp 51, 620
Fuel 551, 735, 737
Additives 738
Capacity, Fuel tank 735
Filling the tank 550
Fuel filler flap and cap 550
Fuel reserve warning lamp 31Gauge 31
Message in display 660
Premium unleaded gasoline 551,
735, 737
Requirements, Octane rating 737
Fuel cap
Message in display 660
Fuel consumption statistics
After start 286
Since last reset 286
Fuel filler flap 550
Locking/Unlocking 550
Fuel tank
Capacity 735
Filler flap 550
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Capacities 733
Fuses 714
Fuse box in engine compartment 715
Fuse box in passenger
compartment 716
Fuse boxes in dashboard 716
Replacing 714