Lighting
.............................................. 274
Daytime running lamp mode ..........276
Exterior
.......................................... 275
Interior ........................................... 279
Limp-home mode .............................. 299
Load index (tires) ......................389, 394
Loading see Vehicle loading
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 253
Manually ........................................ 461
SmartKey ....................................... 252
Loss of
Key ................................................ 256
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 480
Low-beam headlamps ....................... 275
Exterior lamp switch ...................... 275
Switching on .................................. 275
Lubricants .......................................... 490M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance Call, automatic (Tele
Aid) ..................................................... 359
Maintenance System Service indicator display
................402
Service indicator message ............. 402
Service term exceeded ..................402
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) .............................. 275
Manual shift program .......................298
Maximum engine speed see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight .....394
Maximum load rating (tires) .............394
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 394
Mechanical key see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 183
Memory function ............................... 273
Menus see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel Mirrors
............................................... 271
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors .... 272
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position .......................................... 272
Exterior rear view mirrors
..............271
Interior rear view mirror ................. 271
Memory function ........................... 273
Power folding exterior rear view
mirrors ........................................... 273
Vanity mirror .................................. 351
MON (Motor Octane Number) ..........494
Motor Octane Number see MON
MP3 .................................................... 162
Multifunction display ........................ 203
Symbol messages .......................... 428
Text messages ............................... 416
Vehicle status messages ............... 414
Multifunction display messages
ABC (Active Body Control) ............. 419
ABS ....................................... 429, 430
Active headlamps .......................... 446
Advanced Parking Guidance ..........423
Advanced TPMS ............................. 426
Air bags ......................................... 417
AIRMATIC ...................................... 437
Alternator .............................. 425, 444
Automatic
transmission .......................... 424, 425
Backrests ....................................... 439
Battery ................................... 425, 444
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 423
Brake fluid ..................................... 434
Brake pads ..................................... 428
Coolant .......................................... 442
Corner-illuminating lamps .............. 449
Cruise control ................................ 420
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 421
Doors ............................................. 439
EBP ................................................ 430
Engine oil ....................................... 444
ESC ............................... 429, 430, 435
Fog lamps .............................. 446, 448
Front passenger front air bag ........417
Gas cap .......................................... 445
High-beam lamps ........................... 447
Hood .............................................. 439
License plate lamps ....................... 44712
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Rear seat head restraints
see Head restraints
Rear side window
Override switch ................................ 55
Rear view camera .............................. 332
Cleaning the camera lens .............. 407
Rear window defroster ..................... 344
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 374, 394
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 493
Refueling ............................................ 366
Regular checks .................................. 367
Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) .............359
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) .........359
Replacing
Key ................................................ 256
Replacing bulbs ................................. 463
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Research Octane Number see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 445
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Retaining hook .................................. 348
Rims ........................................... 394, 486
Roadside Assistance ...................21, 356
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 494
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 409 S
Safety Driving safety systems ..................... 56
Occupant safety ............................... 36
Reporting defects
............................23
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Satellite radio .................................... 157
SD card ............................................... 166
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 48
Seat belts ............................................. 45
Automatic comfort-fit feature .......... 49Children in the vehicle
.....................51
Cleaning ......................................... 409
Fastening ......................................... 47
Proper use of ................................... 46
Safety guidelines
............................. 39
Safety notes ..................................... 45
Telltale ..................................... 29, 454
Seat heating ....................................... 269
Seating capacity ................................ 382
Seats .................................................. 264
Adjustment .................................... 264
Drive-dynamic ................................ 199
Heating .......................................... 269
Memory function ........................... 273
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 439
Ventilation ..................................... 269
Selective setting
see Key, SmartKey
Selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Self-test
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 45
Tele Aid .......................................... 354
Service
see Maintenance
Service, parts .................................... 480
Service and warranty information .....20
Service intervals see Maintenance System, Service
indicator message
Service life (tires) .............................. 386
Service menu ..................................... 214
Settings Automatic locking .......................... 193
Automatic mirror folding ................ 192
Display settings (COMAND) ............. 79
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 190
Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 255
Factory setting (SmartKey) ............253
Individual (vehicle) ......................... 214
Interior ambient lighting ................ 192
Language ......................................... 81
Locator lighting .............................. 192
Memory function ........................... 273
Night security illumination ............. 191
Rear window sunshade ..................190 Index
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contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all
literature
with
the vehicle to make it available
to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to
send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car”
found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-
Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer
Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. Operating your vehicle outside the
USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
R Service facilities
or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
R Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts.
R Gasoline may have a considerably lower
octane rating, and improper fuel can cause
engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe under our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Operating safety
G
Warning!
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them
to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving. G
Warning!
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole. If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect
that damage to your vehicle as occurred:
R turn on your hazard warning flashers
R slow down carefully
R drive with
caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the road
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs. 22
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Mercedes-Benz Center to have the fuel
system drained completely.
! To prevent damage to the catalytic
converters, only use premium unleaded
gasoline in this vehicle.
Any noticeable irregularities in engine
operation should be repaired promptly.
Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel may
reach the catalytic converter, causing it to
overheat and potentially start a fire.
i Only use premium unleaded gasoline with
a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91
(average of 96 RON/86 MON).
Information on gasoline quality can
normally be found on the fuel pump. Please
contact gas station personnel in case
labels on the pump cannot be found.
For more information on gasoline, see
“Premium unleaded gasoline”
(Y page 493), see “Fuel requirements”
(Y page 494), or contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center, or visit
www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Locking/unlocking the vehicle with the
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO automatically
locks/unlocks the fuel filler flap.
i In case the central locking system does
not release the fuel filler flap, or the
opening mechanism is clamping, contact
Roadside Assistance or an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand
side of the vehicle towards the rear. X
Turn off the engine.
i Leaving the engine running and the fuel
filler cap open can cause the yellow engine
malfunction indicator lamp ; to
illuminate.
For more information, see also “Practical
hints” (Y page 457).
X Remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
KEYLESS-GO: Open the driver’s door. This
puts the starter switch in position 0, same
as with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch. The driver’s door then can
be closed again.
X Opening: Press fuel filler flap : at the
point indicated by the arrow.
X Turn fuel filler cap ; counterclockwise.
X Take off fuel filler cap ;.
X Place fuel filler cap ; in direction of arrow
into holder =.
X Fully insert filler nozzle unit and refuel.
X Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit
cuts out – do not top off or overfill.
X Closing: Turn fuel filler cap ; clockwise
until it audibly engages.
i Close the fuel filler flap before locking the
vehicle. Otherwise the flap locking pin will
prevent closing the fuel filler flap.
X Close fuel filler flap :. Check regularly and before a long trip
For information on quantities and
requirements of operating agents, see “Fuels,
coolants, lubricants, etc.” (Y page 490).
Check the following:
R Engine oil level ( Y page 369)
R Tire inflation pressure ( Y page 377)
R Coolant level ( Y page 372)
R Vehicle lighting ( Y page 463) At the gas station
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Vehicle specification CL 550 4MATIC
(216.386)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center
for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment. Engine CL 550 4MATIC
Engine, type
273
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection No. of cylinders
8
Bore
3.86 in (98.00 mm)
Stroke
3.56 in (90.50 mm)
Total piston
displacement
333.3 cu in
(5 461 cm 3
) Compression
ratio
10.7:1
Output acc. to
SAE J 1349
36 382 hp/6
000 rpm
(285 kW/6 000 rpm) Maximum torque
acc.
to
SAE J 1349 391 lb-ft/
2 800 - 4 800 rpm
(530 Nm/
2 800 - 4 800 rpm) Maximum engine
speed
6 500 rpm
Firing order
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt
2 404 mm
Electrical system CL 550 4MATIC
Alternator
14 V/180 A
Starter motor
12 V/1.7 kW
Battery
12 V/95 Ah Electrical system CL 550 4MATIC
Spark plugs, type
NGK PLKR 7A
Bosch Y 7 MPP33
Spark plugs,
electrode gap
0.031 in (0.8 mm)
Spark plugs,
tightening torque
15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm) Main dimensions CL 550 4MATIC
Overall vehicle
length
199.7 in (5
071 mm) Overall vehicle
width
37 84.2 in (2
139 mm) Overall vehicle
height
55.8 in (1
418 mm) Wheelbase
116.3 in (2
955 mm) Track, front
63.0 in (1
601 mm) Track, rear
63.3 in (1
607 mm) Turning circle
38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Weights CL 550 4MATIC
Trunk load
max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification CL 600
(216.376)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center
for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
36 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
37 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out. Vehicle specification CL 600 (216.376)
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Engine CL 600
Engine, type
275
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection No. of cylinders
12
Bore
3.23 in (82.00 mm)
Stroke
3.43 in (87.00 mm)
Total piston
displacement
336.4 cu in
(5 513 cm 3
) Compression
ratio
9.0:1
Output acc. to
SAE J 1349
38 510 hp/5
000 rpm
(380 kW/5 000 rpm) Maximum torque
acc.
to
SAE J 1349 612 lb-ft/
1 800 - 3 500 rpm
(830 Nm/
1 800 - 3 500 rpm) Maximum engine
speed
5 950 rpm
Firing order
1-12-5-8-3-10-
6-7-2-11-4-9 Poly-V-belt
2 370 mm
Electrical system CL 600
Alternator
14 V/220 A
Starter motor
12 V/2.0 kW
Battery
12 V/95 Ah
Spark plugs, type
NGK IFR 6Q-G
Spark plugs,
electrode gap
0.028 in (0.7 mm)
Spark plugs,
tightening torque
15 - 22 lb-ft
(20 - 30 Nm) Main dimensions CL 600
Overall vehicle
length
199.7 in (5
071 mm) Overall vehicle
width
39 84.2 in (2
139 mm) Overall vehicle
height
55.9 in (1
419 mm) Wheelbase
116.3 in (2
955 mm) Track, front
63.0 in (1
601 mm) Track, rear
63.3 in (1
607 mm) Turning circle
38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Weights CL 600
Trunk load
max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG
(216.377)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center
for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment. Engine CL 63 AMG
Engine, type
156
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection No. of cylinders
8
Bore
4.02 in (102.20 mm)
Stroke
3.72 in (94.60 mm)
Total piston
displacement
378.8 cu in
(6 208 cm 3
) 38
Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
39 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out. 484
Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG (216.377)
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Engine CL 63 AMG
Compression
ratio
11.3:1
Output acc. to
SAE J 1349
40 518 hp/6
800 rpm
(386 kW/6 800 rpm) Maximum torque
acc. to
SAE J 1349 465 lb-ft/5
200 rpm
(630 Nm/5 200
rpm) Maximum engine
speed
7 200 rpm
Firing order
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt
2 360 mm
Electrical system CL 63 AMG
Alternator
14 V/220 A
Starter motor
12 V/2.1 kW
Battery
12 V/95 Ah
Spark plugs, type
NGK ILZKAR 7A10
Spark plugs,
electrode gap
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
Spark plugs,
tightening torque
18 - 22 lb-ft
(25 - 30 Nm) Main dimensions CL 63 AMG
Overall vehicle
length
200.4 in (5
090 mm) Overall vehicle
width
41 84.2 in (2
139 mm) Overall vehicle
height
56.1 in (1
426 mm) 42 56.2 in (1
428 mm) 43 Wheelbase
116.3 in (2
955 mm) Main dimensions CL 63 AMG
Track, front
63.0 in (1
601 mm) Track, rear
63.3 in (1
607 mm) Turning circle
38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Weights CL 63 AMG
Trunk load
max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG
(216.379)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center
for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment. Engine CL 65 AMG
Engine, type
275
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection No. of cylinders
12
Bore
3.25 in (82.60 mm)
Stroke
3.66 in (93.00 mm)
Total piston
displacement
364.9 cu in
(5 980 cm 3
) Compression
ratio
9.0:1
Output acc. to
SAE J 1349
44 603 hp/
4 800 - 5 100 rpm
(450 kW/
4 800 - 5 100 rpm) 40
Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
41 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
42 Vehicles with 19 in rims.
43 Vehicles with 20 in rims.
44 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG (216.379)
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Model Capacity Fuels, coolants,
lubricants, etc.
Automatic
transmission
CL 550 4MATIC 10.6 US qt (10.0 l) MB Automatic
Transmission Fluid
CL 600 7.9 US qt (7.5 l)
CL 63 AMG
58 9.25 US qt (8.75 l)
CL 65 AMG 9.2 US qt (8.7 l)
Rear axle
CL 550 4MATIC 1.9 US qt (1.8 l) Hypoid gear oil
(SAE 85W-90)
CL 600 1.7 US qt (1.6 l)
CL 63 AMG 1.3 US qt (1.2 l) Fuchs Titan
EG 5010 D
CL 65 AMG 1.7 US qt (1.6 l)
Hydraulic
system for
active body
control (ABC)
CL 600
CL 63 AMG
CL 65 AMG 4.2 US qt (4.0 l) MB ABC Fluid
Power steering
CL 550 4MATIC
CL 63 AMG approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) MB Power Steering
Fluid (Chevron
Texaco PSF 9109)
CL 600
CL 65 AMG approx. 1.3 US qt (1.2 l)
Brake system
All models 0.63 US qt (0.6 l) MB Brake Fluid
(DOT 4+)
Cooling system
CL 550 4MATIC approx. 12.7 US qt (12.0 l) MB 325.0
Anticorrosion/
Antifreeze
CL 600 approx. 15.9 US qt (15.0 l)
CL 63 AMG approx. 11.3 US qt (10.7 l)
CL 65 AMG approx. 14.7 US qt (13.9 l)
Low
temperature
cooling system
CL 600 approx. 2.8 US qt (2.6 l)
Fuel tank
All models 23.8 US gal (90.0 l) Premium unleaded
gasoline (Minimum
Posted Octane 91
[Avg. of
96 RON/86 MON])
Fuel tank
reserve
CL 550 4MATIC
CL 600 approx. 2.9 US gal (11.0 l)
CL 63 AMG
CL 65 AMG approx. 3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
58
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