2008 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS63AMG air condition

436 Technical data
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
CLS 550
1Idler pulley
2Idler pulley
3Automatic belt tensioner
4Power steering pump
5Air conditioning compressor
6Crankshaft
7Coolant pump
8Generator (alternator)CLS 63 AMG
1Idler pulley
2Idler pulley
3Idler pulley
4Automatic belt tensioner
5Power steering pump
6Air conditioning compressor
7Crankshaft
8Coolant pump
9Generator (alternator)

449 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
ModelCapacityFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Power steeringCLS 550approx. 1.0 US qt (0.9 l)MB Power Steering Fluid (Chevron
Texaco PSF 9109)1
1For detailed information, please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
CLS 63 AMGapprox. 1.3 US qt (1.2 l)
Front wheel hubsCLS 550approx. 3.0 oz (85 g) eachHigh temperature roller bearing grease
CLS 63 AMGapprox. 3.2 oz (90 g) each
Brake systemAll models0.63 US qt (0.6 l)MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+)
Cooling systemCLS 55011.9 US qt (11.3 l)MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
CLS 63 AMG12.5 US qt (11.8 l)
Fuel tankAll models21.12 US gal (80.0 l)Premium unleaded gasoline:
Minimum Posted Octane 91
(Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON)
including a reserve ofCLS 5502.38 US gal (9.0 l)
CLS 63 AMG3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
Air conditioning systemAll modelsR-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant
oil (never R-12)
Washer system All models4.8 US qt (4.5 l)MB Windshield Washer Concentrate2
2Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and
commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (page 455).
Washer and headlamp cleaning*
systemAll models6.9 US qt (6.5 l)

450 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Engine oils
Engine oils are specifically tested for their
suitability in our engines and durability for
our service intervals. Therefore, only use
approved engine oils and oil filters re-
quired for vehicles with Maintenance Sys-
tem. For a listing of approved engine oils
and oil filters, refer to the Factory Ap-
proved Service Products pamphlet (USA
only), or contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Engine oil additives
Air conditioning refrigerant
R-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG
lubricating oil are used in the air condition-
ing system.
Brake fluid
Only brake fluid approved by
Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will pro-
vide you with additional information.
!Using engine oils and oil filters of specifica-
tion other than those expressly required for the
Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil
filter at change intervals longer than those called
for by the Maintenance System will result in en-
gine or emission control system damage not cov-
ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Please follow Maintenance System recommen-
dations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do
so could result in engine or emission control sys-
tem damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
!Do not blend oil additives with engine oil.
They may damage the engine.
Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending
oil additives are not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
!Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lu-
bricating oil. Otherwise damage to the system
will occur.
Warning!G
During vehicle operation, the boiling point of
the brake fluid is continuously reduced
through the absorption of moisture from the
atmosphere. Under extremely strenuous op-
erating conditions, this moisture content
can lead to the formation of bubbles in the
system, thus reducing the system’s efficien-
cy.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced
regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s Mainte-
nance Booklet for replacement interval.

457 Index
A
ABS 89
Indicator lamp 344
Messages in display 360, 374
Accelerator position, automatic
transmission 173
Accessory weight 323
Accident 58
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps see Head-
lamps
Active head restraints 81
resetting 401
Adaptive Damping System 230
Adjusting 41
ADS 230
Air bags 66
Children 67
Front, Driver 69
Front, Passenger 69
Knee bag 70
Safety guidelines 68
Side impact 70
Window curtain 70
Air conditioning refrigerant 450
Air conditioning system see Climate con-
trol system 201Air conditioning, Cooling 192, 201
Air distribution 195
Air pressure 323
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air pump, electric 417
Air recirculation mode 198
Air vents 189
Air volume 196
Airmatic DC (Dual Control) 230
Message in display 391–392
Suspension tuning 230
Vehicle level control 230
Alarm
Audible alarm and flashing exterior
lamps (Panic alarm) 88
Canceling 98
Visual 97
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 395, 415
AMG menu 145
Lap analysis 148
Overall analysis 148
RACETIMER 146
Vehicle supply voltage 146
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 454
Antilock Brake System see ABSAnti-theft systems 97
Anti-theft alarm system 97
Immobilizer 97
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Ashtrays 248
Aspect ratio 323
AUDIO menu 148
Audio search function 163
Audio system
CD mode 149
Selecting radio station 149
Selecting satellite radio station* 149
Auto-dimming, Rear view mirrors 183
Automatic central locking, Control
system 163
Automatic climate control (4-zone) 188
Air recirculation mode 198
Deactivating 193
Rear window defroster 186
Setting the temperature 195
Automatic headlamp mode 127
Automatic lighting control, Interior
lighting 133
Automatic locking when driving 163
Automatic shift program 175

459 Index
Center console
Lower part 30
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp 356
Upper part 29
Central locking
Automatic 116
Locking/unlocking from inside 116
Switching on/off (control
system) 163
Central locking switch 116
Certification label 300
Checking tire pressure electronically with
the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring
System* (Advanced TPMS*), (Canada
only) 309
Checking tire pressure electronically with
the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS), (USA only) 306
Children in the vehicle 82
Air bags 67
Infant and child restraint systems 82
LATCH-type child seat anchors 86
Override switch for rear passenger
compartment 87
Cigarette lighter 249Climate control system
Air conditioning refrigerant 450
Air conditioning, Cooling 201
Air distribution 195
Air recirculation mode 198
Air volume 196
Automatic mode 194
Control panel, Rear 202
Deactivating system 194
Front defroster 197
Maximum cooling MAX COOL 198
Rear climate control 202
Residual engine heat (REST) 201
Clock 27, 157
Setting time 157
Cockpit 24
Cold tire inflation pressure 324
Collapsible tire
Inflating 416
Collapsible wheel chock 397
COMAND see separate operating instruc-
tions
Combination filter with pollutant-sensitive
air-recirculation mode 200
Combination switch 55, 130Control system 139
Functions 143
Multifunction display 139
Multifunction steering wheel 140
Resetting to factory default 153
Control system menus 142, 143
AUDIO 148
Distronic* 151
NAV* 150
Settings 152
Standard display 145
TEL* 166
Trip computer 164
Vehicle status message memory 151
Control system submenus
Convenience 163
Instrument cluster 155
Lighting 159
Time/Date 157
Vehicle 162
Convenience submenu 163
Activating easy-entry/exit
feature* 163

470 Index
Recommended tire inflation
pressure 325
Recovery services, Stolen vehicle (Tele
Aid) 262
Refrigerant, Air conditioning 450
Refueling 283
Regular checks 285
Reminder, seat belts see Seat belts, Tell-
tale
Remote control see Key, SmartKey
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 261
Replacing bulbs
Additional turn signals 407
Brake lamps 407
Front lamps 407
Headlamps 405
High beam headlamps 408
High mounted brake lamp 407
License plate lamps 409
Low beam headlamps 408
Parking lamps 409
Side marker lamps 407
Tail lamps 409
Turn signal lamps 408
Reporting safety defects 18
Research octane number see RONReserve fuel
Message in display 380
Reset button in the instrument
cluster 136, 153
Reset tool (Active head restraints) 401
Restraint system see Children in the vehi-
cle
Retaining hook 242
Reverse gear position, Automatic
transmission 169, 171
Rims 325, 438
Roadside assistance 12
Button 259
RON 284
Roof rack* 238
Rotating tires 326
Rubber parts, cleaning 339
Run Flat Indicator* 304
S
Safety
Driving safety systems 89
Occupant 64
Reporting defects 18
Safety belts see Seat belts
Satellite radio* 149
Seat belt force limiter 79Seat belts 76
Children in the vehicle 82
Cleaning 340
Fastening 48
Height adjustment 50
Proper use of 50, 78
Safety guidelines 68
Telltale 27, 351, 352
Warning lamp 351, 352
Seating capacity 297
Seats 41, 118
Adjusting 41
Easy entry/exit feature* 45
Heater* 121
Memory function 123
Multicontour seat* 120
Ventilation* 122
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down hooks 242
Selecting display 156
Selective setting see Key, SmartKey or
Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Selector lever see Gear selector lever
Self-test
OCS 76
Tele Aid 257

472 Index
Storing
Positions into memory (Memory
function*) 124
Tires 295
Submenus see Control system submenus
Substitute bulbs see Auxiliary bulbs
Sun visors 184
Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Sunshade*, rear window 185
Suspension tuning
For comfortable driving style 230
For sporty driving style 230
Symbols used in this operator’s
manual 15
T
Tachometer 27, 138
Overspeed range 138
Tail lamps
Messages in display 386, 387
Replacing bulbs 409
Tar stains 334Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant 450
Brake fluid 450
Capacities fuels, lubricants etc. 448
Coolant 452
Dimensions 447
Electrical system 446
Engine 437
Engine oil additives 450
Engine oils 450
Fuel requirements 451
Gasoline additives 452
Premium unleaded gasoline 451
Rims and tires 438
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system 449
Weights 447Tele Aid 256
Emergency calls 257
Information 260
Initiating an emergency call
manually 258
Messages in display 388
Remote door unlock 261
Roadside assistance 259
SOS button 258
Stolen vehicle Recovery services 262
System self-check 257
Telephone cradle
Changing 255
Telephone* 28, 253
Answering/ending a call 167
Changing mobile phone cradle 255
Compartment 243
Hands-free microphone 31
Inserting in cradle 254
Installing a different mobile phone
cradle 255
Messages in the display 391
Operation 166
Phone book 167
Redialing 168
Removing from cradle 255