2009 MERCEDES-BENZ CL COUPE ESP

Notes on the technical data
i The technical data was determined in
accordance with EU directives. All data
applies to the vehicle's standard equip-
ment. Therefore, the data may differ for
vehicles with optional equipment. You can
obtain further information from a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
You can find technical data on the Internet at:
www.mercedes-benz.com Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and con-
version parts and accessories which have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to evaluate other parts. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles, even if they have been independently or
officially approved.
In Germany and some other countries, certain
parts are only officially approved for installa-
tion or modification if they comply with legal
requirements. All genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts meet this requirement. The use of non-
approved parts may invalidate the vehicle's
general operating permit. This is the case if:
R they cause a change of the vehicle type
from that for which the vehicle's general
operating permit was granted
R other road users could be endangered
R the emission or noise levels are adversely
affected
The use of non-approved parts could affect
your vehicle's operating safety. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz recommends genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts and conversion parts
and accessories that have been approved for
your vehicle. H
Environmental note
Daimler also supplies reconditioned assem-
blies and parts which are of the same quality
as new parts. For these, the same warranty
applies as for new parts.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and approved
conversion parts and accessories are availa-
ble from Mercedes-Benz Service Centres.
There, you can also receive advice about tech-
nical modifications and have the parts pro-
fessionally fitted.
Always quote the vehicle identification num-
ber and the engine number when ordering
genuine parts. You will find these numbers on
your vehicle's identification plates, for exam-
ple (Y page 396). Vehicle electronics
Tampering with the engine electron-
ics
G
Risk of accident
Only have work on the engine electronics and
related components carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. Otherwise, the vehicle’s
roadworthiness could be affected.
! Only have maintenance work on the
engine electronics and its associated parts,
such as control units, sensors and connec-
tor leads, performed at a qualified special-
ist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre. Otherwise, vehicle components
may wear more quickly and your vehicle's
warranty and operating permit may be inva-
lidated. 394
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Retrofitting of two-way radios and
mobile phones (RF transmitter)
When retrofitting RF transmitters, the
ISO/TS 21609 technical specifications 40
are
to be used.
If your vehicle has fittings for two-way radio
equipment (e.g. taxis, hire cars or official vehi-
cles), use the power supply or aerial connec-
tions intended for use with the basic wiring.
Be sure to observe the manufacturer's addi-
tional instructions when installing the fittings.
! The Mercedes-Benz warranty does not
cover consequential damage resulting from
improper installation.
To ensure proper installation, Mercedes-
Benz recommends having this work done
at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Transmission output Transmission output at the aerial base must
not exceed the maximum values below.
Aerial positions The following aerial positions may be used if
RF transmitters have been properly installed:
:
Front roof area
; Rear roof area =
Rear mudguard (recommended installa-
tion position: on the side which faces the
centre of the road)
? Boot lid G
Risk of accident
Incorrect retrofitting of RF transmitters can
cause the vehicle electronics to malfunction,
impair the vehicle's operating safety and,
thus, also impair your own safety.
To ensure proper installation, Mercedes-Benz
recommends having this work done at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or at a quali-
fied specialist workshop. G
Risk of injury
Improper installation of RF transmitters can
lead to increased electromagnetic radiation in
the vehicle interior. Using an exterior aerial
takes into account current scientific discus-
sions relating to the possible health hazards
that may result from electromagnetic fields.
To ensure proper installation, Mercedes-Benz
recommends having this work done at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or at a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
Deviations with respect to aerial locations,
output and frequencies must be approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Other aerial positions
There is no restriction for aerial positions in
the outer area of the vehicle for these wave-
bands: trunked radio/Tetra, 70 cm wave-
band, GSM 900/AMPS, GSM 1800 and
UMTS.
Legal provisions for fittings must be
observed.
RF transmitters with a maximum transmis-
sion output of 100 mW (PEAK) may be used
in the vehicle without restrictions.
! The operating permit may be invalidated
if the instructions for installation and use of
RF transmitters are not observed, e.g.
40 ISO/TS 21609 – Technical Specification for Road Vehicles -- (EMC) guidelines for installation of aftermarket
radio frequency transmitting equipment. Vehicle electronics
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Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the rele-
vant section since:
R parts and service products are matched.
R damage caused by the use of non-approved
service products is not covered by the war-
ranty.
You can recognise service products approved
by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscrip-
tion on the containers:
R MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
R MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51)
Other designations or recommendations that
relate to a level of quality or a specification in
accordance with an MB Sheet number (such
as MB 229.5) have not necessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. G
Risk of injury
When handling, storing and disposing of any
service products, please observe the relevant
regulations, as you could otherwise endanger
yourself and others.
Keep service products away from children.
To protect your health, do not allow service
products to come into contact with your eyes
or open wounds. See a doctor immediately if
any service product is swallowed. H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally-responsible manner. Fuel
G
Risk of explosion
Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames
and smoking are therefore prohibited when
handling fuels.
Before refuelling, turn off the engine and the
auxiliary heating*. G
Risk of injury
Do not allow fuel to come into contact with
skin or clothing.
Allowing fuels to come into direct contact with
your skin or inhaling fuel vapours is damaging
to your health.
Tank capacity Total capacity 90 l
Reserve fuel in
vehicles other
than AMG Approximately 11 l
Reserve fuel in
AMG vehicles Approximately 14 l
!
Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a
diesel engine. Do not use diesel to refuel
vehicles with a petrol engine. Never mix
diesel with petrol. Even small amounts of
the wrong fuel result in damage to the
injection system. Damage resulting from
adding the wrong fuel is not covered by the
implied warranty.
Further information on refuelling and on
fuels (Y page 290)
Notes on fuel consumption The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in
the following situations:
R
at very low temperatures
R in urban traffic
R on short trips
R in mountainous terrain
i Only for certain countries: the respective
current consumption and emission values
of your vehicle can be found in the COC
papers (EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORM-
ITY). These documents are supplied when
the vehicle is delivered. Service products and capacities
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!
Do not use any special additives, as they
can cause malfunctions and engine dam-
age. Damage resulting from the use of such
additives is not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz implied warranty. H
Environmental note
CO 2(carbon dioxide) is the gas which scien-
tists believe to be principally responsible for
global warming (the greenhouse effect). Your
vehicle's CO 2emissions are directly related to
fuel consumption and therefore depend on:
R efficient use of the fuel by the engine
R driving style
R other non-technical factors, such as envi-
ronmental influences or road conditions
You can minimise your vehicle's CO 2emis-
sions by driving carefully and having it serv-
iced regularly. Engine oil
Only Mercedes-Benz approved engine oils
may be used in Mercedes-Benz engines.
A list of the engine oils tested and approved
in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Spec-
ifications for Service Products can be called
up by visiting http://bevo.daimler.com and
entering the MB Sheet number. Further infor-
mation on tested and approved engine oils
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre. Engine oils which have been
approved by Mercedes-Benz have the MB
Sheet number indicated on the oil container
under the "MB approval" notice. The table
shows which MB Sheet number applies to
which engine: CL 500
CL 500 4MATIC CL 600
CL 63 AMG 41
CL 65 AMG 41 MB Sheet number
229.3, 229.5 mm 229.5
i
In the event that the:
R engine oil brand
R grade (MB Sheet number)
R SAE classification (viscosity)
is not available, you can use another min-
eral or synthetic engine oil which has been
approved by Mercedes-Benz. You must
then have an oil change carried out at the
earliest possible opportunity.
Mixing oils reduces the benefits of high-
grade engine oil.
! Do not use lubricant additives, as they can
lead to increased wear and damage to
mechanical assemblies. The use of lubri- cant additives will result in a restriction of
your warranty. Engine oil viscosity
Viscosity describes the flow characteristics
of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity,
this means that it is thick; a low viscosity
means that it is thin.
Select the SAE classification (viscosity) of the
engine oil according to the outside tempera-
ture. The following table shows you the vis-
cosity classes to be used depending on the
average air temperature.
41 Restriction: only SAE 0W-40 engine oils may be used. 398
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systems, such as ABS or ESP
®
, and are
marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
R MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Exten-
ded* (with run-flat characteristics)
If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can-
not accept any responsibility for damage
which may occur. Information about tyres
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
! If you fit tyres other than those tested and
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, charac-
teristics such as handling, noise levels and
fuel consumption, etc. may be adversely
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, tyre dimensional variations could
cause the tyres to come into contact with
the bodywork and axle components. This
could result in damage to the tyres or the
vehicle.
i Further information about tyres and
wheels can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
i You will find a table of tyre pressures on
the inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap. You will find further information about tyre
pressures in the “Operation” section
(Y
page 298).
i Notes on vehicle tyres:
Always
R fit tyres of the same size on a given axle
(left/right)
R fit the same type of tyres on your vehicle
at a given time (summer tyres, winter
tyres, MOExtended tyres)
i Vehicles with the MOExtended run-flat
system are not equipped with the TIREFIT
kit. 43
Therefore, it is recommended that you
additionally equip your vehicle with the
TIREFIT kit* when fitting tyres that do not
feature run-flat properties, e.g. winter
tyres.
i A TIREFIT kit is available from any quali-
fied specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-
Benz Service Centre. Tyres of the same dimensions
Both axles
CL 500 / CL 500 4MATIC CL 600
17" Summer tyres
235/55 R17 99W –
Winter tyres
235/55 R17 99V M+Si –
Light-alloy
wheels
8J x 17 H2 ET 43 –
43
Only for certain countries. Tyres and wheels
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24-GHz radar sensor system* (coun-
try overview)
The 24 GHz radar sensor system requires
separate approval for each country. When
you are driving in a country in which the radar
sensor system is not approved, you must
deactivate the system using the on-board
computer (Y page 226). The current country
overview can be obtained from a Mercedes-
Benz Service Centre.
Vehicles with COMAND and navigation
system*: the radar sensor system is deacti-
vated automatically near radio telescope
facilities. If Distronic Plus*, Park Assist*, Parking Guidance*, Blind Spot Assist* or
PRE-SAFE
®
Brake* are activated at this point,
a corresponding warning will appear in the
multi-function display to tell you that the
radar sensor system is being switched off.
BAS PLUS* is also no longer available. If the
deactivation does not occur automatically,
you must deactivate the radar sensor system
using the on-board computer (Y page 226).
Vehicles without COMAND and naviga-
tion system* and vehicles for Australia:
deactivate the radar sensor system in the on-
board computer when you are near a radio
telescope facility (Y page 226). Country Radio telescope
facilities Geographic coordinates
(latitude/longitude) Distance to be
maintained from the facility Egypt – – –
Andorra – – –
Australia Parkes 32°59'59"S, 148°15'44" E 10 km
Narrabri 30°18'52"S, 149°32'56" E 10 km
Canberra 35°23'54"S, 148°58'40" E 3 km
Western Australia 26°37'13"S, 117°30'40" E 10 km
Bahrain – – –
Belgium – – –
Bosnia-Herzego-
vina – – –
Bulgaria – – –
Denmark – – –
Germany Effelsberg 50°31'32"N, 06°53'00" E 6.5 km
Estonia – – –
Finland Metsähovi 60°13'04" N, 24°23'37" E 7 km
Tuorla 60°24'56" N, 22°26'31" E 5 km24-GHz radar sensor system* (country overview)
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