2013 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-CLASS wiper fluid

BootEmergency release ..........................86
Important safety notes ....................84
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................ 85
Opening (automatically from out-
side) ................................................. 85
Opening automatically from inside ..85
Boot lid
Display message ............................ 252
Opening dimensions ......................343
Boot load (maximum) ........................ 343
Brake Assist see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 233
Notes ............................................. 341
Brake lamps
Adaptive ........................................... 68
Changing bulbs .............................. 118
Display message ............................ 237
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 64
Adaptive Brake Assist ......................66
BAS .................................................. 64
Brake fluid (notes) .........................341
Display message ............................ 227
Driving tips .................................... 166
Important safety notes ..................166
Parking brake ................................ 163
Warning lamp ................................. 256
Breakdown
see Flat tyre
see Towing away/tow-starting
Bulbs
see Changing bulbs
C
Calling up a fault see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Automatic car wash .......................288
Carpets .......................................... 294
Display ........................................... 292
Exhaust pipe .................................. 292
Exterior lighting ............................. 291
Gear or selector lever ....................293
High-pressure cleaner .................... 289
Interior ........................................... 292
Matt paintwork .............................. 290
Notes ............................................. 288
Paint .............................................. 289
Plastic trim .................................... 293
Reversing camera ..........................291
Roof lining ...................................... 294
Seat belt ........................................ 294
Seat cover ..................................... 293
Sensors ......................................... 291
Steering wheel ............................... 293
Trim pieces .................................... 293
Washing by hand ........................... 289
Wheels ........................................... 289
Windows ........................................ 290
Wiper blades .................................. 291
Wooden trim .................................. 293
Car wash (care) ................................. 288
Central locking Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 223
Locking/unlocking (key) ..................77
Centre console
Lower section .................................. 35
Upper section .................................. 34
Changing bulbs
Brake lamps ................................... 118
Cornering light function .................117
Dipped-beam headlamps ...............116
Important safety notes ..................114
Main-beam headlamps ................... 116
Overview of bulb types ..................115
Rear foglamp ................................. 118
Removing/replacing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 116
Reversing lamps ............................ 118
Turn signals (front) ......................... 117
Turn signals (rear) ..........................118
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes ....................62
Rear doors ....................................... 63
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 50
Restraint systems ............................ 506IndexProCarManuals.com

Securing from rolling away ............326
Towing away .................................. 308
Tow-starting ................................... 308
Transporting .................................. 311
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........83
Unlocking (key) ................................ 77
Vehicle data ................................... 343
Vehicle data ....................................... 343
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 343
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 84
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 336
Vehicle maintenance see ASSYST PLUS
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 297
Vehicle weights ................................. 343
Video (DVD) ........................................ 215
Video DVD (on-board computer) ...... 215
VIN ...................................................... 336
W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 256
Brakes ........................................... 256
Distance warning signal .................264
ESP ®
.............................................. 258
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 259
Fuel tank ........................................ 262
LIM (cruise control) ........................ 169
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) ..................174
LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) .........171
Overview .......................................... 32
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................53
Reserve fuel ................................... 262
Seat belt ........................................ 255
SRS ................................................ 261
Tyre pressure monitor ...................265
Warning triangle ................................ 296
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 254
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 328
Wheel chock ...................................... 326
Wheels Changing/replacing .......................324
Changing a wheel .......................... 324
Checking ........................................ 317
Cleaning ......................................... 289
Cleaning (warning) .........................325
Emergency spare wheel .................331
Fitting a new wheel ........................328
Fitting a wheel ............................... 325
Important safety notes ..................316
Removing a wheel ..........................328
Storing ........................................... 325
Tightening torque ........................... 328
Wheel size/tyre size ......................329
Windowbag
Display message ............................ 236
Operation ......................................... 45
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 290
see Side windows
Windscreen
Demisting ...................................... 132
see Windscreen
Windscreen washer fluid
see Windscreen washer system
Windscreen washer system
Notes ............................................. 342
Topping up ..................................... 286
Windscreen wipers
Display message ............................ 254
Problem (malfunction) ...................121
Replacing the wiper blades ............119
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Winter driving
General notes ................................ 318
Winter operation
Slippery road surfaces ...................168
Snow chains .................................. 319
Winter tyres
Limiting the speed (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 223
M+S tyres ...................................... 318
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 291
Important safety notes ..................119
Replacing (windscreen) ..................119
Wooden trim (cleaning instructions) 293
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Hazard warning lamps
The hazard warning lamps switch on auto-
matically if:
R an airbag is deployed or
R the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a
speed of more than 70 km/h and comes to
a standstill
XTo switch on the hazard warning lamps:
press button :.
All turn signals flash. If you now switch on
a turn signal using the combination switch,
only the turn signal lamp on the corre-
sponding side of the vehicle will flash.XTo switch off the hazard warning
lamps: press button :.
The hazard warning lamps switch off auto-
matically if the vehicle reaches a speed of
over 10 km/h again after a full brake appli-
cation.
i The hazard warning lamps still operate if
the ignition is switched off.
Headlamp cleaning system
If the "Wipe with washer fluid" function is
operated five times ( Y page 118) while the
lights are on and the engine is running, the
headlamps are cleaned automatically. When
you switch off the ignition, the automatic
headlamp cleaning system is reset and count-
ing is resumed from 0.
Intelligent Light System
General notes
The Intelligent Light System is a system that
adjusts the headlamps automatically to suit
the prevailing driving and weather conditions.
It offers advanced functions for improved illu-
mination of the road surface, e.g. depending
on the vehicle speed or weather conditions.
The system includes the active light function,
cornering light function, motorway mode and
extended range foglamps. The system is only
active when it is dark.
You can activate or deactivate the "Intelligent
Light System" using the on-board computer
( Y page 221).
Active light function
The active light function is a system that
moves the headlamps according to the steer-
ing movements of the front wheels. In this
way, relevant areas remain illuminated while
driving. This allows you to recognise pedes-
trians, cyclists and animals.
Active: when the lights are switched on.
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XTo open: loosen side trim panel : at the
top and fold it down in the direction of the
arrow.XTo close: insert side panel :.
Tail lamps
XSwitch off the lights.XOpen the boot.XOpen the side trim panel ( Y page 117).XRelease and remove connector.XPress retaining clips : at the same time in
the direction of the arrows.XPull the bulb holder out with the bulbs.
Bulb holder
:Brake lamp;Brake lamp=Rear foglamp?Reversing lampATurn signalsXBrake lamp/rear foglamp/reversing
lamp: remove the corresponding bulb from
the bulb holder.XInsert the new bulb into the bulb holder.XTurn signal lamp: lightly press the bulb
into the bulb holder, turn it anti-clockwise
and remove it from the bulb holder.XInsert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise.XReinsert the bulb holder and engage on
retaining clips :.XRe-establish contact with the connector.XClose the side trim panel ( Y page 117).
Windscreen wipers
Switching the windscreen wipers on/
off
! Do not operate the windscreen wipers
when the windscreen is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windscreen can
scratch the glass if wiping takes place when
the windscreen is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the wind-
screen wipers in dry weather conditions,
always operate them using washer fluid.
! If the windscreen wipers leave smears on
the windscreen after the vehicle has been
washed in an automatic car wash, this may
be due to wax or other residue. Clean the
windscreen with washer fluid after an auto-
matic car wash.
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Combination switch
1$ Windscreen wipers off2Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity)3Å Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity)4° Continuous wipe, slow5¯ Continuous wipe, fastBí Single wipe/ î to wipe the wind-
screen using washer fluidXTurn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition
lock.XTurn the combination switch to the corre-
sponding position.
! Vehicles with a rain sensor: if the wind-
screen becomes dirty in dry weather con-
ditions, the windscreen wipers may be acti-
vated inadvertently. This could damage the
windscreen wiper blades or scratch the
windscreen.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windscreen wipers in dry weather.
Vehicles with a rain sensor: in the Ä or
Å position, the appropriate wiping fre-
quency is automatically set according to the
intensity of the rain. In the Å position, the
rain sensor is more sensitive than in
the Ä position, causing the windscreen
wipers to wipe more frequently.
If the wiper blades are worn, the windscreen
will no longer be wiped properly. This could
prevent you from observing the traffic condi-
tions. Replace the wiper blades twice a year,
ideally in spring and autumn.
Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notesGWARNING
If the windscreen wipers begin to move while
you are changing the wiper blades, you can be
trapped by the wiper arm. There is a risk of
injury.
Always switch off the windscreen wipers and
ignition before changing the wiper blades.
! To avoid damaging the windscreen wiper
blades, make sure that you touch only the
wiper arm of the windscreen wiper.
! Never open the bonnet if a windscreen
wiper arm has been folded away from the
windscreen.
Never fold a windscreen wiper arm without
a wiper blade back onto the windscreen.
Hold the windscreen wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release
the windscreen wiper arm without a wiper
blade and it falls onto the windscreen, the
windscreen may be damaged by the force
of the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the wiper blades changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
Removing the wiper blades
XRemove the key from the ignition lock.XFold the wiper arm away from the wind-
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Problems with the windscreen wipersProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe windscreen wipers
are jammed.Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windscreen
wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated.XFor safety reasons, you should remove the key from the ignition
lock.XRemove the cause of the obstruction.XSwitch the windscreen wipers back on.The windscreen wipers
fail completely.The windscreen wiper drive is malfunctioning.XSelect another wiper speed on the combination switch.XHave the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.The windscreen washer
fluid from the spray
nozzles no longer hits
the centre of the wind-
screen.The spray nozzles are misaligned.XHave the spray nozzles adjusted at a qualified specialist work-
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions&
inoperative See
Owner's ManualThe auxiliary heating has a temporary malfunction or is faulty.XWhen the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has cooled
down, make up to four attempts to switch on the auxiliary heat-
ing, waiting several minutes between each attempt
( Y page 136).XIf the auxiliary heating does not switch on, consult a qualified
specialist workshop.Telephone No
serviceYour vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/
receiver range.XWait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol
appears in the multifunction display.¥
Top up washer fluidThe washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped
below the minimum.
i If, during the winter months, you do not add antifreeze to the
washer fluid, it may freeze in the washer fluid container. In this
case, the Top up washer fluid display message may appear
in the multifunction display.XTop up the washer fluid ( Y page 286).Wiper malfunction‐
ingThe windscreen wipers are defective.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.Hazard warning
lamps malfunction‐
ingThe hazard warning lamps are faulty.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Key
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions+
Key does not
belong to vehicleYou have put the wrong key in the ignition lock.XUse the correct key.+
You need a new keyThe key needs to be replaced.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.254Display messagesOn-board computer and displays
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XRemove impurities immediately, where
possible, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard.XSoak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off the treated areas afterwards.XSoak bird droppings with water and rinse
off the treated areas afterwards.XRemove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin,
oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently
with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid.XUse tar remover to remove tar stains.XUse silicone remover to remove wax.
The following cannot always be completely
repaired:
R scratches
R corrosive deposits
R areas affected by corrosion
R damage caused by inadequate care
In such cases, visit a qualified specialist work-
shop.
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 carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
! 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 the windowsGWARNING
If the windscreen wipers are set in motion
when cleaning the windscreen or wiper
blades, you could become trapped. There is a
danger of injury.
Always switch off the windscreen wipers and
the ignition before cleaning the windscreen or
wiper blades.
! Only fold the windscreen wipers away
from the windscreen when vertical. Other-
wise, you will damage the bonnet.
! Do not use dry cloths, abrasive products,
solvents or cleaning agents containing sol-
vents to clean the inside of the windows.
Do not touch the insides of the windows
with hard objects, e.g. an ice scraper or
ring. There is otherwise a risk of damaging
the windows.
! Clean the water drainage channels of the
windscreen and the rear window at regular
intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals
and pollen may under certain circumstan-
ces prevent water from draining away. This
can lead to corrosion damage and damage
to electronic components.
XClean the inside and outside of the win-
dows with a damp cloth and a cleaning
agent that is recommended and approved
by Mercedes-Benz.290CareMaintenance and care
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