2011 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-CLASS Owners Manual

X
Insert mechanical key ; into the driver’s
door lock.
X Turn mechanical key ; clockwise to
position 1.
The driver’s door is locked.
X Turn mechanical key ; back and remove
it from the driver’s door lock.
i This procedure does not arm the anti-
theft alarm system, nor does it lock the fuel
filler flap. Manually unlocking the gear selector
lever
If the vehicle’s electrical system is
malfunctioning, the gear selector lever could
remain locked in park position P. In this case
the gear selector lever can be unlocked
manually, e.g. to tow the vehicle.
X Engage the parking brake. !
Do not use sharp objects to loosen the
gear selector lever cover in the center
console, as this could damage the gear
selector lever cover or the center console.
X Insert a flat, blunt object into the left edge
of gear selector lever cover : at the
positions indicated by the arrows.
X Loosen gear selector lever cover : using
this object. X
Pull gear selector lever cover : out and
remove.
X Simultaneously push down release ; and
move the gear selector lever out of park
position P.
The gear selector lever is unlocked.
i The gear selector lever is locked again as
soon as you move it back to park position
P. Fuel filler flap
G
Warning!
Avoid contact with the vehicle walls as they
may contain sharp edges. Otherwise, you
could injure yourself while releasing the fuel
filler flap.
In case the central locking system does not
release the fuel filler flap, you can open it
manually.
The fuel filler flap release is located on the
passenger side in the trunk behind the side
trim panel.
X Open the trunk (Y page 71).
X Remove side trim panel.
i Removing the side trim panel is a
demanding process. We recommend that
you contact Roadside Assistance
(Y page 166) if you do not feel to have the
ability to perform this process. Unlocking/locking manually
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X
Pull fuel filler flap release : in direction of
arrow.
The fuel filler flap is unlocked.
X Open the fuel filler flap ( Y page 176).
X Reinstall side trim panel.
X Close the trunk. Resetting activated NECK-PRO active
front head restraints
If the NECK-PRO active front head restraints
have been triggered in a rear-end collision,
they must be reset.
You can tell that the NECK-PRO active front
head restraints have been triggered when
they have been moved forward and cannot be
adjusted. G
Warning!
For safety reasons, have the NECK-PRO active
front head restraints checked at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center after a
rear-end collision. G
Warning!
When pushing back the head restraint
cushion, make sure your fingers do not
become caught between the head restraint
cushion and the cover. Failing to do so may
lead to injury.
! Be careful not to damage upholstery.
i For your convenience, we recommend
that you have this work carried out at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X
Take reset tool : out of the Mercedes-
Benz literature pouch.
X Guide reset tool : into rectangular
opening = between head restraint
cushion ; and head restraint cover.
X Press reset tool : downward in direction
of arrow until you hear the head restraint
release mechanism audibly engage.
X Pull out reset tool :.
X Firmly press the head restraint
cushion ; backward towards the head
restraint cover in direction of arrow until it
engages.
X Repeat this procedure for the second front
seat.
X After resetting the NECK-PRO active front
head restraints store reset tool : in the
Mercedes-Benz literature pouch.
For information on NECK-PRO active front
head restraints, see “NECK-PRO active front
head restraints” ( Y page 50).
For information on head restraint adjustment,
see “Seats” ( Y page 77). Replacing SmartKey batteries
If the batteries in the SmartKey are
discharged, the vehicle can no longer be
locked or unlocked. It is recommended to
have the batteries replaced at an authorized
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Warning!
Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive
substances. Therefore, keep the batteries out
of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately. G
Warning!
SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate
material, which may require special handling
and regard for the environment. Check with
your local government’s disposal guidelines.
California residents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/
HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/
index.cfm.
Batteries contain materials that can harm the
environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred method
of disposal. Many states (USA only) or
provinces (Canada only) require sellers of
batteries to accept old batteries for recycling.
When inserting the batteries, make sure they
are clean and free of lint.
When replacing batteries, always replace
both batteries.
i The required replacement batteries are
available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Replacement batteries: Lithium, type
CR 2025 or equivalent.
X Remove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey (Y page 261). SmartKey
X
Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey
opening until battery compartment
cover : opens. Do not keep the cover
shut. X
Remove the battery compartment cover.
X Pat the SmartKey against the palm of your
hand until battery = falls out.
X Insert the new battery with the positive
terminal (+) facing up. Use a lint-free cloth.
X Insert the tabs of the battery compartment
cover into the housing and press the cover
closed.
X Slide mechanical key : back into the
SmartKey.
X Check the operation of the SmartKey. Replacing SmartKey batteries
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SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO
X
Insert mechanical key : into opening.
X Press mechanical key : in direction of
arrow.
Battery compartment ; is unlatched.
X Pull battery compartment ; out of the
SmartKey housing. X
Pull out batteries =.
X Insert new batteries = under contact
springs ? with the positive terminal (+)
side facing up.
X Return battery compartment ; into
SmartKey housing until it locks into place.
X Slide mechanical key : back into the
SmartKey.
X Check the operation of the SmartKey as
well as the KEYLESS-GO function. Replacing bulbs
Safety notes
Safe vehicle operation depends on proper
exterior lighting and signaling to a large
degree.
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely
important. Have headlamps checked and
readjusted at regular intervals and when a
bulb has been replaced. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
headlamp adjustment. G
Warning!
Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot. Allow
the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb.
Keep bulbs out of reach of children.
Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. A
bulb can explode if you
R touch or move it when hot
R drop the bulb
R scratch the bulb
Wear eye and hand protection.
Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is
dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the
lamp and its components. We recommend
that you have such work done by a qualified
technician. G
Warning!
The bulbs in the tail lamps cannot be replaced
individually. The tail lamp bulbs are under
pressure and could explode during an attempt
to replace them.
If the tail lamps are malfunctioning, have them
replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
i Since replacing bulbs is a technically
highly demanding process, we recommend
to have them replaced at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are
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humidity, driving the vehicle a distance with
the lights on should clear up the fogging.
Bulbs
You can replace the following bulbs yourself: Halogen headlamps Type
:
Turn signal lamp: 3457AK
; High-beam lamp: H7 55 W
= Parking and standing lamp: W 5 W
? Low-beam lamp: H7 55 W Bi-Xenon headlamps Type
:
Turn signal lamp: 3457AK
; High-beam lamp: H7 55 W License plate lamps Type
:
License plate lamps: C 5 W Replacing bulbs
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Notes on bulb replacement
!
Do not replace LEDs or bulbs not
described in this section. You could
otherwise damage the LEDs, the bulbs or
parts of the vehicle. Only have the LEDs and
bulbs replaced at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center. G
Observe Safety notes, see page 266.
R Only use 12-volt bulbs of the same type and
with the specified watt rating.
R Switch the lights off before changing a bulb
to prevent short circuits.
R Always use a clean lint-free cloth when
handling bulbs.
R Your hands should be dry and free of oil and
grease.
R If the newly installed bulb does not come
on, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
i Mercedes-Benz recommends using
Longlife (LL) bulbs. Replacing bulbs for front lamps
G
Warning!
Do not remove the cover for the Bi-Xenon
headlamp. Because of high voltage in Xenon
lamps, it is dangerous to replace the bulb or
repair the lamp and its components. It is
recommended to have such work done by a
qualified technician.
Before you start to replace a bulb for a front
lamp, do the following:
X Switch off the ignition.
X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position
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X Open the hood (Y page 178). :
Housing cover for low-beam halogen or Bi-
Xenon headlamp
; Housing cover for high-beam headlamp/
high-beam flasher bulb and for parking
and standing lamp bulb =
Bulb socket for turn signal lamp bulb
? Bulb socket for high-beam bulb
A Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp
bulb
B Bulb socket for low-beam bulb
Low-beam bulb (halogen headlamps
only) X
Turn housing cover : counterclockwise
and remove it.
X Turn bulb socket B with the bulb
counterclockwise and remove it.
X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket B.
X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket
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X
Place bulb socket B back into the housing
and turn it clockwise until it engages.
X Align housing cover : and turn it
clockwise until it engages.
High-beam and high-beam flasher bulb
(halogen headlamps only)/high-beam
flasher bulb (Bi-Xenon headlamps only) X
Turn housing cover ; counterclockwise
and remove it.
X Turn bulb socket ? with the bulb
counterclockwise and remove it.
X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket ?.
X Gently press the new bulb into bulb
socket ?.
X Place bulb socket ? back into the housing
and turn it clockwise until it engages.
X Align housing cover ; and turn it
clockwise until it engages.
Front turn signal lamp bulb X
Turn bulb socket = with the bulb
counterclockwise and remove it.
X Gently press onto the bulb and turn it
counterclockwise out of bulb socket =.
X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket
= and turn it clockwise until it engages.
X Place bulb socket = back into the housing
and turn it clockwise until it engages.
Parking and standing lamp bulb Halogen headlamps
X
Turn housing cover ; counterclockwise
and remove it.
X Pull out bulb socket A with the bulb.
X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket A.
X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket
A.
X Press bulb socket A back into the lamp.
X Align housing cover ; and turn it
clockwise. Bi-Xenon headlamps
In vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlamps, the
bulbs of the parking and standing lamps are
LEDs.
!
Do not replace the LEDs yourself. You
could otherwise damage the LEDs or parts
of the vehicle. Only have the LEDs replaced
at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacing bulbs for rear lamps
Tail lamp unit The tail lamps are equipped with HiP bulbs
and LEDs. Have them replaced at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
G
Observe Safety notes, see page 266.
License plate lamps X
Switch off the ignition.
X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position
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X Open the trunk.
X Loosen screws : of lamp cover to be
removed.
X Remove lamp cover ;.
X Replace the bulb.
X Reinstall lamp cover ;.
X Retighten screws :. Replacing bulbs
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Replacing wiper blades
Safety notes
G
Warning!
For safety reasons, switch off the wipers and
remove the SmartKey from the starter switch
(vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the
vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0)
before replacing a wiper blade. Otherwise, the
wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause
injury. G
Warning!
Wiper blades are components that are subject
to wear and tear. Replace the wiper blades
twice a year, preferably in the spring and fall.
Otherwise the windshield will not be wiped
properly. As a result, you may not be able to
observe surrounding traffic conditions and
could cause an accident.
! To avoid damage to the hood, the wiper
arms should only be folded forward when
in the vertical position.
! Never open the hood when a wiper arm is
folded forward.
Hold on to the wiper when folding a wiper
arm back. If released, the force of the
impact from the tensioning spring could
crack the windshield.
Do not allow a wiper arm to contact the
windshield glass without a wiper blade
inserted.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
this work carried out at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Placing wiper arms in vertical position
Wiper arms in vertical position
X
Make sure the hood is fully closed.
Vehicles with SmartKey X
Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 1.
X Turn the combination switch to wiper
setting °.
X With wiper arms in vertical position, turn
the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 0.
X Remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO X
Turn off the engine.
With the driver’s door closed, the starter
switch is now in position 1.
X Turn the combination switch to wiper
setting °.
X With wiper arms in vertical position, open
the driver’s door.
The starter switch is set to position 0, same
as the SmartKey removed from the starter
switch.
X Turn the combination switch to wiper
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