2009 MERCEDES-BENZ CL COUPE engine

A departure time has
been activated. The aux-
iliary ventilation is cur-
rently selected. The
departure time appears
in the display.
A departure time has
been activated. The aux-
iliary heating is currently
selected. The departure
time appears in the dis-
play.
Setting a departure time
X
Press the Xor Ybutton repeatedly until the
time to be changed appears in the display.
X Press the ONand OFF buttons simultane-
ously.
The Îsymbol in the remote control dis-
play flashes.
X Press the Xor Ybutton to set the desired
departure time.
i The longer you press the Xor Ybutton,
the faster the time changes.
X Press the ONand OFF buttons simultane-
ously.
The new departure time is stored.
Activating a set departure time
X Press the Xor Ybutton repeatedly until the
desired departure time appears in the dis-
play.
X Press the ONbutton.
The Ísymbol and the departure time
appear in the display. Deactivating a set departure time
X Press the Xor Ybutton.
The status of the auxiliary heating is shown
in the display.
X Press button Y.
The first departure time stored appears in
the display.
X Press the OFFbutton.
The display message OFFappears in the
display.
Activating/deactivating the heater
booster function* The heater booster function helps the engine
to reach its operating temperature faster dur-
ing its warm-up phase, as well as helping to
heat the vehicle interior faster. The heater
booster function switches on when outside
temperatures are low and the coolant tem-
perature is less than 70 †. You can also acti-
vate the heater booster manually.
i
The fuel tank must be filled up to the
reserve fuel level at least. Air conditioning
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X
Start the engine.
X To switch on: briefly press&rocker
switch :up or down.
Red indicator lamp in &rocker
switch :lights up.
X To switch off: briefly press&rocker
switch :up or down.
Red indicator lamp in &rocker
switch :goes out. Sliding sunroof
General notes
G
Risk of injury
Make sure that nobody can become trapped
when closing the sliding sunroof. If there is a
risk of entrapment, release the switch and
push it briefly in any direction to stop the slid-
ing sunroof. G
Risk of injury
Children could injure themselves if they oper-
ate the sliding sunroof.
Never leave children unsupervised in the vehi-
cle. Always take the key with you when leaving
the vehicle, even if you are only leaving it for
a short time. G
Risk of injury
The glass in the panorama sunroof could
break in an accident. If you are not wearing a
seat belt, there is a risk that you could be
thrown through the opening in the event of the
vehicle overturning. Therefore, always wear a
seat belt to reduce the risk of injuries.
! Only open the panorama sliding sunroof
if it is free of snow and ice. Otherwise, mal-
functions may occur.
Do not allow anything to protrude from the
sliding sunroof. The seals could otherwise
be damaged. i
When the sliding sunroof is open, apart
from the normal airflow noises resonance
noises may also occur. They are caused by
minor pressure fluctuations in the vehicle
interior. Change the position of the sliding
sunroof or open a side window slightly to
reduce or eliminate these noises.
i Related topics:
R convenience opening from the out-
side (Y page 201) or from the inside
(Y page 269)
R convenience closing from the out-
side (Y page 201) or from the inside
(Y page 269)
R automatic closing of the sliding sunroof
(PRE-SAFE) (Y page 42) Sliding/tilting sunroof
Overhead control panel
:
To open
; To close/lower
= To raise
X Turn the key to position 1or 2in the ignition
lock.
X Pull or push the switch in the corresponding
direction.
i If you press the switch beyond the point
of resistance, an automatic opening/clos-
ing process is started in the corresponding
direction. You can stop automatic opera-
tion by pressing again. 274
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Running-in notes
............................... 290
Refuelling ........................................... 290
Engine compartment ........................292
Tyres and wheels .............................. 296
Winter driving ................................... 302
Driving tips ........................................ 304
Driving abroad ................................... 306
Service ............................................... 306
Care .................................................... 307 289Operation
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Running-in notes
The first 1,500 km
G
Risk of accident
New brake pads/linings only have optimal
braking performance after several hundred
kilometres. Until then, compensate for this by
applying greater force to the brake pedal. This
also applies when brake pads/linings or
brake discs have been changed.
If you treat the engine with sufficient care
from the very start, you will be rewarded with
excellent performance for the remainder of
the engine's life.
R Therefore, you should drive at varying road
and engine speeds for the first 1,500 km.
R Avoid heavy loads, e.g. driving at full throt-
tle, during this time. Do not exceed 2
/ 3 of
the maximum permissible engine speed for
each gear.
R Change gear in good time.
R Do not shift down a gear manually in order
to brake.
R try to avoid depressing the accelerator
pedal beyond the pressure point (kick-
down).
R only use ranges 3,2or 1for slow driving,
e.g. in mountainous terrain.
After 1,500 km, you may gradually bring the
vehicle up to full road and engine speeds.
Additional notes on running in AMG vehicles:
R do not drive faster than 140 km/h for the
first 1,500 km.
R only bring the engine up to a maximum
speed of 4,500 rpm for a brief period.
i You should also observe these notes on
running in if the engine or the axle gear on
your vehicle have been replaced. Refuelling
Refuelling
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
Avoid any contact with fuels.
You can damage your health if your skin
comes into direct contact with fuel or if you
inhale fuel vapours.
! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
petrol engine. Even a small quantity of die-
sel will damage the injection system. Dam-
age caused by using diesel to refuel vehi-
cles with a petrol engine or mixing petrol
with diesel is not covered by the warranty.
! Do not start the engine if you accidentally
refuel with the wrong fuel. Otherwise, the
fuel could enter the fuel lines. This would
require draining of the fuel tank and fuel
lines. Notify a qualified specialist workshop
and have the fuel tank and fuel lines
drained completely.
When you open or close the vehicle with the
key or KEYLESS GO*, the fuel filler flap is
automatically unlocked or locked.
The position of the fuel filler cap is to the rear
on the right. The position of the fuel filler cap
is displayed in the instrument cluster 8.290
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The arrow next to the filling pump indicates
the side of the vehicle.
:
To open the fuel filler flap
; To insert the fuel filler cap
= Tyre pressure table
? Fuel type
X To open: press the fuel filler flap in the
direction of arrow :.
The fuel filler flap opens slightly.
X Open the fuel filler flap.
X Turn the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and
remove it.
X Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder
bracket on the inside of filler flap ;.
X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle
switches off.
! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
X To close: replace the fuel filler cap and turn
it clockwise. The fuel filler cap audibly
engages.
X Close the fuel filler flap. Petrol (EN 228)
! Refuel using only unleaded, sulphur-free
premium grade petrol with a minimum
octane number of 95 RON/85 MON con-
forming to European standard EN 228.
Otherwise, you could impair engine output
or damage the engine. i
As a temporary measure, only when the
recommended fuel is not available, you
may also use regular unleaded petrol,
91 RON/82.5 MON. This may reduce
engine performance and increase fuel con-
sumption. Avoid driving at full throttle.
In some countries, the quality of the avail-
able petrol may not be adequate and could
cause coking around the inlet valve. In such
cases, and in consultation with a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, the petrol
may be mixed with the additive recommen-
ded by Mercedes-Benz (part no.
A000989254510). You must observe the
notes and mixing ratios specified on the
container.
Further information on "Fuel" .
AMG vehicles and twelve-cylinder
engines !
Refuel using only unleaded Super Plus
with a minimum octane number of
98 RON/88 MON conforming to European
standard EN 228.
Otherwise, you could impair engine output
or damage the engine.
i If the recommended fuel is not available
and only as a temporary measure, you may
also use premium unleaded petrol,
95 RON/85 MON. This may reduce engine
performance and increase fuel consump-
tion. You must avoid driving at full throttle.
! In emergencies, and only when the rec-
ommended fuel is not available, you may
also use standard unleaded petrol,
91 RON/82.5 MON.
However, using this fuel results in consid-
erably higher petrol consumption and sig-
nificantly reduced performance. Avoid driv-
ing at full throttle, and only drive in drive
program C.
If no fuel other than regular petrol 91 RON/
82.5 MON or a lower grade is permanently
available, you should have the vehicle Refuelling
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adapted to run on this fuel by the local
after-sales service.
Engine compartment
Bonnet
G
Risk of accident
Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle
is in motion. If you do so, the bonnet may open
up and block your view.
Opening G
Risk of injury
There is a risk of injury if the bonnet is open,
even if the engine is not running.
Some engine components can become very
hot.
To avoid the risk of burns, only touch those
components described in the Owner’s Manual
and observe the relevant safety notes. G
Risk of injury
The radiator fan between the radiator and the
engine can start automatically, even if the key
has been removed from the ignition lock. For
this reason, you must not reach into the fan
rotation area. Otherwise, you could be
injured.
The electronic ignition system uses high volt-
age. For this reason, you must never touch
components of the ignition system (ignition
coil, ignition cable, spark plug connector or
test socket) when:
R the engine is running.
R the engine is being started.
R the ignition is switched on and the engine
is being cranked by hand.
X Make sure that the windscreen wipers are
switched off. G
Risk of injury
The windscreen wipers and wiper linkage
could be set in motion.
When the bonnet is open, you or others could
be injured by the wiper rods.
Make sure that the windscreen wiper is
switched off. Remove the key or make sure
that no ignition level has been selected on
KEYLESS GO*. In the instrument cluster, all of
the indicator lamps must be out.
The bonnet release lever is located in the
driver's footwell. X
Pull bonnet release lever :.
The bonnet is released.
! Make sure that the windscreen wipers
are not folded away from the windscreen.
Otherwise, you could damage the wind-
screen wipers or the bonnet.
The handle for opening the bonnet is located
above the radiator grille. 292
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X
Reach into the gap, pull bonnet catch han-
dle ;up and lift the bonnet.
Closing G
Risk of injury
Make sure that nobody can become trapped
as you close the bonnet.
X Lower the bonnet and let it fall from a
height of approximately 20 cm.
X Check that the bonnet has engaged prop-
erly.
i If the bonnet can be raised slightly, it is
not properly engaged. Open it again and
close it with a little more force. Engine oil
Depending on driving style, the vehicle con-
sumes up to 0.8 l oil per 1,000 km. The oil
consumption may be higher than this when
the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at
high engine speeds.
Checking the engine oil level When doing so:
R
the vehicle should be parked on level
ground.
R the engine should be switched off for at
least five minutes if the engine is at normal
operating temperature.
R the engine should be switched off for at
least 30 minutes if the engine is not at
operating temperature (i.e. if you only start
the engine briefly).
Using the on-board computer*
i Only possible on the CL 600 and
CL 65 AMG. On the CL 500 and CL 63 AMG,
a dipstick is used to check the engine oil
level ( Ypage 294). X
Make sure that the key is in position
2(Y page 182) in the ignition lock.
X Press the ;or= button to select the
Service menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select
Engine oil level.
X Press the abutton.
The multi-function display shows the fol-
lowing message: Engine oil level
Measuring now Measurement correct
only if vehicle level
The measurement takes a few seconds. You
will see one of the following messages in the
multi-function display:
R Engine oil level OK
R Add 1.0 l engine oil when next
refuelling
R Add 1.5 l engine oil when next
refuelling
R Add 2.0 l engine oil when next
refuelling
X Top up the oil if necessary ( Ypage 294).
Other messages in the multi-function dis-
play
If the engine is at normal operating tempera-
ture and there is too much oil, you will see the
following message:
Eng. oil level
Reduce oil level
X Have excess oil siphoned off.
! There is a risk of damage to the engine or
the catalytic converter if there is excess oil
in the engine.
If the Turn on ignition to see engine
oil level message appears:
X Turn the key to position 2(Y page 182) in
the ignition lock.
You will see the following message if you did
not observe the required waiting period:
Waiting period for engine oil level
not observed Engine compa
rtment
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X
Repeat the measurement after about five
minutes if the engine is at normal operating
temperature.
X Repeat the measurement after about
30 minutes if the engine is not at normal
operating temperature (if the engine was
only started briefly).
The following message appears if the engine
is running:
Engine oil level Not when engine on
X Switch off the engine and wait for five
minutes if the engine is at normal operating
temperature, or for about 30 minutes if the
engine is not at normal operating temper-
ature (if you had started the engine only
briefly), before measuring.
i If you wish to cancel the measurement,
press the %button on the multi-func-
tion steering wheel.
Using the oil dipstick X
Pull oil dipstick :out of the oil dipstick
tube.
X Wipe off oil dipstick :.
X Insert oil dipstick :into the oil dipstick
tube to the stop, and take it out again.
The oil level is correct if the level is between
the minimum mark =and maximum
mark ;.
X Top up the oil if necessary. Topping up the engine oil H
Environmental note
When topping up the oil, take care not to spill
any. Oil must not be allowed to escape into
the soil or waterways. You would otherwise be
damaging the environment. Example
X
Turn cap :anti-clockwise and remove.
X Top up with the amount of oil required .
i The difference in quantity between the
minimum mark and maximum mark is
approximately 2 litres.
! Do not add too much oil. If too much oil
is added and the oil level is above the max-
imum mark on the dipstick, the engine or
catalytic converter could be damaged.
Have excess oil siphoned off.
X Replace cap :on the filler neck and
tighten clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
For further information on engine oil, see . Coolant
Only check the coolant level when the vehicle
is on a level surface and the engine has cooled
down. 294
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