2012 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS SHOOTING BRAKE brake light

Folding the seat backrest forwards
!
When folding the rear seat backrest for-
wards, ensure that there are no items lying
on the seat cushions. Thes eitems could
otherwise be damaged or could themselves
damage the rea rseats. The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr-
ests can be folded forwards separately to
increase the luggage compartment capacity.
i When you fold one or both parts of the
rear seat backrests forwards, the headr-
ests are also lowered if necessary. In the
case of vehicles with memory function, the
respective fron tseat is moved forwards
slightly to avoid contact with the seat
behind it.
X Vehicles without memory function: if nec-
essary, move the driver's or front-
passenger seat forwards.
X Pull back the left or right release lever in
the luggage compartment :.
The corresponding backrest folds for-
wards.
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
Folding back the seat backrest G
WARNING
Make sure that the rear seat backrest is cor-
rectly engaged. Otherwise, vehicle occupants
could be injured by objects being thrown
around if you: R
brake sharply
R change direction suddenly
R are involved in an accident
If the rear seat backrest is not engaged, this
will be shown in the multifunction display in
the instrument cluster.
! Make sure that the seat belt does not
become trapped when folding the rear seat
backrest back. Otherwise, it could be dam-
aged. X
Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
X Fold seat backrest :back until it engages.
X Adjust the head restraints if necessary
(Y page 101).
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary. Securing
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Lashing eyelets General notes
G
WARNING
Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets
evenly.
Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be
injured by objects being thrown around if you:
R brake sharply
R change directio nsuddenly
R are involved in an accident
Please observe the loading guidelines. Stowage areas
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Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
R
secure the load using the lashing eyelets.
R do not use elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an
anti-slip protection for light loads.
R do not route lashing materials across sharp
edges or corners.
R pad sharp edges for protection.
Boot/luggage compartment CLS Coupé
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Lashing eyelets CLS Shooting Brake
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Lashing eyelets
There are six lashing eyelets in the boot/lug-
gage compartment.
Bag hook G
WARNING
Only hang light loads on the bag holders. Do
not use them to transport heavy, sharp-edged
or fragile objects. When braking sharply, changing direction quickly or in the event of
an accident, the bag hooks will not secure the
items sufficiently. This could result in injury to
yourselforo
thers.
! The bag hoo kcan bear a maximum load
of 3 kg. Do not use it to secure a load. CLS Coupé
X
Pull bag hook ;down by tab :. CLS Shooting Brake
X To open: press bag hook :(arrow).
Bag hook :slides out.
X To close: press bag hook :until it
engages. Coat hook (CLS Shooting Brake)
G
WARNING
The tailgate may close if too great a load is
placed on the coat hooks.
This could cause you or others to be trapped
and injured. 296
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If you use the coat hooks, only hang light
clothing on them. Make sure that nobody can
become trapped.
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Coath ook Luggage compartment cover (CLS
Shooting Brake)
Important safety notes G
WARNING
The luggage compartment cover is not a
restraint system. Secure the load under the
luggage compartment cover by suitable
means. Make sure that the luggage compart-
ment cover is engaged securely. If luggage is
not sufficiently secured, it can be thrown over
the backrest into the passenger compart-
ment, for instance during heavy braking, sud-
den changes of direction or in the event of an
accident .You could cause an accident or
cause injury to yourself and others.
! When loading the vehicle, make sure that
you do not stack the load in the luggage
compartment higher than the lower edge of
the side windows. Do not place heavy
objects on top of the luggage compartment
cover.
The luggage compartment cover is located
behind the rear bench seat backrest. Extending and retracting the luggage
compartment cover
X
To extend: pull luggage compartment
cover :back by grab handle ;until it
engages.
X To retract: push down the rear edge of lug-
gage compartment cover :.
Luggage compartment cover :moves
forward automatically.
Fitting/removing the luggage compart-
ment cover X
To remove: make sure that the luggage
compartment cover is rolled up.
X Push in the end cap of luggage compart-
ment cover :in the direction of the arrow
on the right or left side using grip =.
X Push luggage compartment cover :into
opposite anchorage ;.
X Remove luggage compartment cover :
upwards. Stowage areas
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X
To fit: place luggage compartment
cover :into anchorage ;on the right or
left-hand side.
X Push in opposite end cap of luggage com-
partment cover :in the direction of the
arrow and insert luggage compartment
cover :into opposite anchorage ;.
Fitting/removing the sightproofing
plate There is a luggage cove
ronthe tailgate which
can be removed and then installed again to
ease loading and unloading. X
To remove: press buttons :on luggage
cover ;simultaneously and remove it in
the direction of the arrow.
X To install: insert luggage cover ;and
push it in the opposite direction to the
arrow until it engages. Safety net (CLS Shooting Brake)
Important safety notes G
WARNING
The safety net cannot secure heavy loads. You
should therefore always lash down the load.
You could otherwise be injured by objects
which have not been sufficiently secured
being thrown around in the event of sharp
braking, a sudden change of direction or an
accident. G
WARNING
In the event of sharp braking, a sudden
change of direction, or an accident, light loads
can be thrown about.
This could result in injury to yourself or others.
Therefore, if you are transporting light loads,
use the safety net.
The safety net is located in the stowage space
under the luggage compartmentf loor
(Y page 302).
X Open both Velcro fastener sand remove the
safety net.
X Unroll and unfold the safety net.
The joints on the uppe rand lowe rguide rod
should engage audibly.
The corresponding lashing eyelet sfor tight-
ening the safety net are in the luggage com-
partment in front of the rear bench seat
(Y page 295).
Attaching and tightening the safety net X
To attach and tighten: insert guide
rod :into bracket ;.
X Attach spring hook =to the lashing eyelet
or bracket (vehicles wit EASY-PACK load-
securing kit (Y page 300)) and pull down
on the loose end of the lashing strap until
the safety net is taut.
X After driving a short distance, check the
tension of the safety net and retighten it if
necessary. 298
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X
To open: slide cover ;forwards.
X To remove the insert: pull insert:up
and out.
X To fit the insert: fit insert:from above
into the holde rand press down into the
holde runtil it engages. CLS Shooting Brake
X
To open: briefly press cover ;at the top.
The ashtray opens.
X To remove the insert: press release but-
ton =and lift the insert up and out.
X To fit the insert: fit insert:from above
into the holde rand press down into the
holde runtil it engages. Cigarette lighter
G
WARNING
Only hold the hot cigarette lighte rby its knob.
Otherwise, you might burn yourself.
Make sure that children travelling in the vehi-
cle are no table to injure themselves on the
hot cigarette lighter or cause a fire with it. All vehicles (excep
tAMG)
X Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock (Y page 147).
X To open: slide cover :forwards until it
engages.
X Press in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ;will pop out automati-
cally when the heating element is red-hot.
X To close: briefly press cover :at the
front.
The cover moves back. AMG vehicles
X
Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock (Y page 147).
X To open: briefly press the trim on
cover :.
The stowage compartmento pens.
X Press in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ;will pop out automati-
cally when the heating element is red-hot. Features
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R
Vehicles with a key:
do not remove the key from the ignition
lock. Do not open the driver's door or
front-passenger door when the engine is
switched off. Otherwise, the automatic
transmission selects park position P
automatically and locks the wheels. You
can prevent this by shifting the auto-
matic transmission to Nbeforehand.
R Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO:
do not open the driver's door or front-
passenger door when the engine is
switched off. Otherwise, the automatic
transmission selects park position P
automatically and locks the wheels.
Observe the following to make sure that the
automatic transmission stays in position N:
X Make sure the vehicle is stationary and the
ignition is switched off.
X Turn the key to position 2(Ypage 147) in
the ignition lock.
Use the key instead of the Start/Stop but-
ton on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO.
X Depress and hold the brake pedal.
X Shift the automatic transmission to posi-
tion N.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Release the electric parking brake.
X Switch off the ignition and leave the key in
the ignition lock.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
Wash off excess dirt before cleaning the vehi-
cle in an automatic car wash.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off
wax from the windscreen and the wiper
blades. This will prevent smears and reduce
wiping noises caused by residueont he wind-
screen.
Washing by hand In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays. Observe the legal requirements for each indi-
vidual country.
X
Do not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
X Use a soft sponge to clean.
X Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
X Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a
gentle jet of water.
X Do not point the water jet directly towards
the air inlet.
X Use plenty of water and rinse out the
sponge frequently.
X Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
X Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the
paintwork.
When using the vehicle in winter, remove all
traces of road salt deposits carefully and as
soon as possible.
High-pressure cleaning equipment G
WARNING
Do not use high-pressure cleaners with circu-
lar-jet nozzles (dirt grinders) to clean your
vehicle, in particular the tyres. You could oth-
erwise damage the tyres and cause an acci-
dent.
! Always maintain a distance of at least
30 cm between the vehicle and the high-
pressure cleaner nozzle. Information about
the correct distance is available from the
equipment manufacturer.
Move the high-pressure cleaner nozzle
around when cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
R tyres
R door gaps, roof gaps, joints etc.
R electrical components
R battery
R connectors
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seals
R trim elements
R ventilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components
can lead to leaks or failures.
Cleaning the paintwork !
Do not affix:
R stickers
R films
R magnetic plates or similari tems
to painted surfaces .You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected
by corrosion and damage caused by inade-
quate care cannot always be completely
repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
X Remove impurities immediately, where
possible, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard.
X Soak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
X Soak bird droppings with water and rinse
off the treated areas afterwards.
X Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin,
oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently
with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid.
X Use tar remover to remove tar stains.
X Use silicone remover to remove wax.
Care and treatment of matt paintwork !
Never polish the vehicle or the light alloy
wheels. Polishing makes the paintwork
shiny.
! The following may cause the paint to
become shiny and thus reduce the matt
effect:
R Vigorous rubbing with unsuitable mate-
rials.
R Frequent use of car washes.
R Washing the vehicle in direct sunlight. !
Never use paint cleaner, buffing or pol-
ishing products, or gloss preserver, e.g.
wax. These products are only suitable for
high-gloss surfaces. Their use on vehicles
with matt finish leads to considerable sur-
face damage (shiny, spotted areas).
Always have paintwork repairs performed
at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
! Do not use wash programs with a hot wax
treatment under any circumstances.
Observe these notes if your vehicle has a
clear matt finish. This will help you to avoid
damage to the paintwork due to incorrect
treatment.
These notes also apply to light-alloy wheels
with a clear matt finish.
i The vehicle should preferably be washed
by hand using a soft sponge, car shampoo
and plenty of water.
i Use only insect remover and car shampoo
from the range of recommended and
approved Mercedes-Benz care products. Cleaning vehicle parts
Cleaning the wheels !
Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products
to remove brake dust. This could damage
wheel bolts and brake components.
! Do not park up the vehicle for an extended
period straight after cleaning it, particularly
after having cleaned the wheels with wheel
cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
increased corrosion of the brake discs and
brake pads/linings. For this reason, you
should drive for a few minutes after clean-
ing. Braking heats the brake discs and the
brake pads/linings, thus drying them. The
vehicle can then be parked up. Care
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X
Clean sensors :of the driving systems
with water, car shampoo and a sof tcloth.
Cleaning the reversing camera !
Do not clean the camera lens and the area
around the reversing camera with a high-
pressure cleaner. X
Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean
camera lens :.
Cleaning the exhaust tail pipes !
Do not clean the exhaust pipe with acid-
based cleaning agents such as sanitary
cleansers or wheel cleaners.
Impurities combined with the effects of road
grit and corrosive environmental factors may
cause flash rust to form on the surface. You
can restore the original shine of the exhaust pipe by cleaning it regularly, especially in win-
ter and after washing.
X
Clean the exhaust pipe with a chrome care
produc ttested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch (CLS
Shooting Brake) H
Environmental note
Dispose of oily and greasy cloths in an envi-
ronmentally-responsible manner.
! Do not clean the ball coupling with a high-
pressure cleaner. Do not use solvents.
! Observe the note on care provided by the
trailer manufacturer. The ball coupling must be cleaned if it
becomes dirty or corroded.
X
Remove rust, e.g. with a wire brush.
X Remove dirt with a clean, lint-free cloth or
a brush.
X After cleaning, lightly oil or grease ball cou-
pling :.
X Check that the vehicle's trailer tow hitch is
working properly.
i You can also have the maintenance work
on the ball coupling and the trailer tow hitch
carried out by a qualified specialist work-
shop. Care
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