2013 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-Class dimensions

Opening/closing (automatically
from outside)
................................... 84
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................
83
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 252
Opening/closing .............................. 82
Opening dimensions ...................... 371
Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 371
Turn signals Display message ............................ 236
Switching on/off ........................... 113
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking .......................82
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 81V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........

278
Vehicle Data acquisition ............................... 25
Display message ............................ 251
Equipment ....................................... 21
Individual settings ..........................219
Limited Warranty ............................. 25
Loading .......................................... 337
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 82
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 75
Lowering ........................................ 352
Maintenance .................................... 22
Parking for a long period ................ 159
Pulling away ................................... 141
Raising ........................................... 350
Reporting problems .........................24
Securing from rolling away ............349
Towing away .................................. 318
Transporting .................................. 321
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 82
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................75
Vehicle data ................................... 371
Vehicle data ....................................... 371
Vehicle dimensions ...........................371Vehicle emergency locking
................82
Vehicle identification number see VIN


Vehicle identification plate ..............365
Vehicle level AIRMATIC ...................................... 180
Vehicle level (display message) .......243
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 312
Video Operating the DVD ......................... 216
VIN ...................................................... 365 W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS

................................................ 258
Brakes ........................................... 257
Check Engine ................................. 264
Coolant .......................................... 264
Distance warning ........................... 266
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 266
ESP ®
.............................................. 260
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 261
Fuel tank ........................................ 264
Overview .................................. 30, 255
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 45
Reserve fuel ................................... 264
Seat belt ........................................ 256
SPORT handling mode ................... 261
SRS ................................................ 263
Tire pressure monitor .................... 267
Warranty ............................................ 364
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 253
Wheel bolt tightening torque ...........352
Wheel chock ...................................... 349
Wheels Changing a wheel .......................... 348
Checking ........................................ 327
Cleaning ......................................... 306
Cleaning (warning) .........................348
Emergency spare wheel ................. 357
Important safety notes .................. 326
Interchanging/changing ................348
Mounting a new wheel ................... 351
Mounting a wheel .......................... 349
Removing a wheel ..........................351 Index
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G
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take
the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle, even if they are secured in a child
restraint
system, and do not give them access
to an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury. They could:
R injure themselves on vehicle parts
R be seriously or fatally injured by extreme
heat or cold
R injure themselves or have an accident with
vehicle equipment that may still be in
operation even after the SmartKey has
been removed from the ignition, such as the
seat adjustment, steering wheel
adjustment or memory function.
If children open a door, they could cause
severe or even fatal injury to other persons; if
they get out of the vehicle, they could injure
themselves when doing so or be seriously or
even fatally injured by any passing traffic.
Do not expose the child restraint system to
direct sunlight. The child restraint system's
metal parts, for example, could become very
hot, and a child could be burned on these
parts. G
WARNING
Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the
passenger
compartment or trunk unless they
are firmly secured in place.
Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo
increases a child's risk of injury in the event
of
R strong braking maneuvers
R sudden changes of direction
R an accident
! The trunk lid swings upwards when
opened. Therefore, make sure that there is
sufficient clearance above the trunk lid. i
Opening dimensions of the trunk lid
(Y page 371).
Do not leave the SmartKey in the trunk. You
could otherwise lock yourself out.
Vehicles

without trunk lid remote closing
feature: the trunk lid can be:
R opened and closed manually from outside
R opened automatically from outside
R opened automatically from inside
R locked separately
R unlocked with the mechanical key
R opened with the emergency release button
Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing
feature: the trunk lid can be:
R opened and closed manually from outside
R opened and closed automatically from
outside
R opened and closed automatically from
inside
R locked separately
R unlocked with the mechanical key
R opened with the emergency release button Opening/closing from outside
Opening X
Press the % button on the SmartKey.
X Pull handle :. Trunk
83
Opening/closing Z

Closing
G
WARNING
To prevent possible personal injury, always
keep hands and fingers away from the trunk
opening when closing the trunk lid. Be
especially careful when small children are
around. X
Pull the trunk lid down using recess :.
X If necessary, lock the vehicle with
the & button on the SmartKey
(Y page 75) or with KEYLESS-GO
(Y page 75).
i If a KEYLESS-GO key is detected in the
trunk, the trunk lid cannot be locked and
then opens again. Opening/closing automatically from
outside
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases
may enter the vehicle interior resulting
in unconsciousness and death.
! The trunk lid swings upwards when
opened. Therefore, make sure that there is
sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.
i Opening dimensions of the trunk lid
(Y page 371). Opening You can open the trunk lid automatically
using

the SmartKey or the handle in the trunk
lid.
X Press and hold the F
button on the key
until the trunk lid opens.
or
X If the trunk is unlocked, pull the trunk lid
handle and release it again immediately
(Y page 83).
Closing G
WARNING
Monitor the closing procedure carefully to
make sure no one is in danger of being
injured. To prevent possible personal injury,
always

keep hands and fingers away from the
trunk opening when closing the trunk lid. Be
especially careful when small children are
around. To stop the closing procedure, do one
of the following:
R Press button F on the SmartKey.
R Press the remote trunk opening/closing
switch (on the driver's door).
R Press the trunk closing switch.
R Press the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing
switch.
R Pull the trunk lid handle.
Even with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-
GO removed from the vehicle, the remote
trunk opening/closing switch can be
operated. Therefore, do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to
an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury. 84
TrunkOpening/closing

Closing button and locking button (example:
vehicles with trunk lid remote closing feature and
KEYLESS-GO)
:
Closing button
; Locking button
X To close: press closing button : in the
trunk lid.
Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing
feature and KEYLESS-GO: you can
simultaneously close and lock the trunk lid.
X Press locking button ; in the trunk lid.
i If you leave a KEYLESS-GO key in the
trunk, the trunk lid will not lock. Opening/closing automatically from
inside
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Maintain sight of the area around the rear of
the vehicle while operating the trunk lid with
the
door mounted switch. Monitor the closing
procedure carefully to make sure no one is in
danger of being injured.
To interrupt the closing procedure, release
the door mounted remote trunk opening/
closing switch again.
Even with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-
GO removed from the vehicle, the remote
trunk opening/closing switch can be
operated. Therefore, do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised
access

to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury. G
WARNING
Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases

may enter the vehicle interior resulting
in unconsciousness and death. G
WARNING
Keep an eye on the area at the rear end of the
vehicle when operating the trunk lid/tailgate
with

the remote operating switch on the door.
Monitor the entire closing procedure to
ensure that there is no risk of injury to anyone
near the vehicle.
Release the switch on the door to interrupt
the closing procedure.
The remote operating switch can also be used
if the SmartKey has been removed from the
starter switch or the KEYLESS-GO key has
been removed from the vehicle. Never leave
children with no adult supervision in the
vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
If unsupervised children have access to a
vehicle, it could lead to an accident and/or
serious injury. G
WARNING
Ensure that the trunk lid/tailgate is closed
when
the engine is running and the vehicle is
in motion. Among other dangers, deadly
carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle
interior and cause unconsciousness and even
death.
i Opening dimensions of the trunk lid
(Y page 371). Trunk
85
Opening/closing Z

Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible.
Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: ( Y page 24).Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If wheels and tires of the wrong size are used,
the wheel brakes or suspension components
may be damaged. There is a risk of accident.
Always replace wheels and tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the original
part (designation, manufacturer, model). G
WARNING
A flat tire severely impairs the driving,
steering and braking characteristics of the
vehicle. There is a risk of accident.
Tires without run-flat characteristics:
R do not drive with a flat tire.
R immediately replace the flat tire with your
emergency spare wheel or spare wheel, or
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Tires with run-flat characteristics:
R pay attention to the information and
warning

notices on MOExtended tires (tires
with run-flat characteristics).
Accessories that are not approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being
used correctly can impair the operating
safety. Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist
workshop and inquire about:
R
suitability
R legal stipulations
R factory recommendations
Information on the dimensions and types of
wheels

and tires for your vehicle can be found
under "Wheel/tire combinations"
(Y page 353).
Information on air pressure for the tires on
your vehicle can be found:
R on the vehicle's Tire and Loading
Information placard on the B-pillar
(Y page 337)
R on the tire pressure label on the fuel filler
flap ( Y page 155)
R under "Tire pressure" ( Y page 329)
R in the "Tire pressure" section Operation
Information on driving
If the vehicle is heavily laden, check the tire
pressures and correct them if necessary.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations,
noises and unusual handling characteristics,
e.g.

pulling to one side. This may indicate that
the wheels or tires are damaged. If you
suspect that a tire is defective, reduce your
speed immediately. Stop the vehicle as soon
as possible to check the wheels and tires for
damage. Hidden tire damage could also be
causing the unusual handling characteristics.
If you find no signs of damage, have the tires
and wheels checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
When parking your vehicle, make sure that
the tires do not get deformed by the curb or
other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive over
curbs, speed humps or similar elevations, try
to do so slowly and at an obtuse angle.
Otherwise, the tires, particularly the
sidewalls, may be damaged. 326
Operation
Wheels and tires

Follow recommended tire inflation pressures
and check the pressure of all the tires
including the spare wheel:
R
monthly, at least
R if the load changes
R before beginning a long journey
R under different operating conditions, e.g.
off-road driving
If necessary, correct the tire pressure.
i The
specifications on the sample Tire and
Loading Information placard and tire
pressure tables are examples. Tire
pressure specifications are vehicle-specific
and may deviate from the data shown here.
The tire pressure specifications that are
valid for your vehicle can be found on the
Tire and Loading Information placard and
tire pressure table on the vehicle.
General notes The recommended tire pressures for the tires
mounted at the factory can be found on the
labels described here.
Operation with the emergency spare
wheel
(Y page 357).
Further information on tire pressures can be
obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.
Tire and Loading Information placard :
Recommended tire pressures
The Tire and Loading Information placard is
on the B-pillar on the driver's side
(Y page 337). The Tire and Loading Information placard
contains
the recommended tire pressures for
cold tires. The recommended tire pressures
are valid for the maximum permissible load
and up to the maximum permissible vehicle
speed.
Tire pressure table The tire pressure table is on the inside of the
fuel filler flap.
Example: tire pressure table for all tires permitted
for this vehicle by the factory
The tire pressure table contains the
recommended pressures for cold tires for
various operating conditions, i.e. differing
load and speed conditions.
Example: tire pressure table with tire dimensions
If

a tire size precedes a tire pressure, the tire
pressure information following is only valid
for that tire size. The load conditions "partially
laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the
table for different numbers of occupants and
amounts of luggage. The actual number of
seats may differ. 330
Tire pressure
Wheels and tires

Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at
their designated seating positions.
Total load limit
Rated cargo and luggage load plus
68 kilograms (150 lb) multiplied by the
number of seats in the vehicle.
Changing a wheel
Flat tire
You can find information on what to do in the
event of a flat tire in the "Breakdown
assistance" section (Y page 313).
Instructions for driving with MOExtended
tires in the event of a flat tire are also provided
there.
The "Breakdown assistance" section
(Y page 313) contains information and notes
on how to deal with a flat tire. Instructions for
driving with MOExtended tires in the event of
a flat tire are also provided there. Interchanging the wheels
G
WARNING
Interchanging the front and rear wheels may
severely impair the driving characteristics if
the

wheels or tires have different dimensions.
The wheel brakes or suspension components
may also be damaged. There is a risk of
accident.
Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels
and tires are of the same dimensions.
! On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure
monitor, electronic components are
located in the wheel.
Tire-mounting tools should not be used
near the valve. This could damage the
electronic components.
Only have tires changed at a qualified
specialist workshop. Always observe the instructions and safety
notes in the "Mounting a wheel" section
(Y page 349).
The wear patterns on the front and rear tires
differ,

depending on the operating conditions.
Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern
has formed on the tires. Front tires typically
wear more on the shoulders and the rear tires
in the center.
If your vehicle's tire configuration allows, you
can rotate the wheels according to the
intervals in the tire manufacturer's warranty
book in your vehicle documents. If this is not
available, the tires should then be replaced
every 3,000 to 6,000 miles (5,000 to
10,000 km), or earlier if the tire wear requires
this. Do not change the direction of wheel
rotation.
Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and
the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel
is interchanged. Check the tire pressure and,
if necessary, restart the tire pressure loss
warning system or the tire pressure monitor. Direction of rotation
Tires with a specified direction of rotation
have

additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk
of hydroplaning. You will only gain these
benefits if the correct direction of rotation is
maintained.
An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates
its correct direction of rotation. Storing wheels
Store
wheels that are not being used in a cool,
dry and preferably dark place. Protect the
tires from oil, grease, gasoline and diesel. Cleaning the wheels
G
WARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters)
can cause invisible exterior damage348
Changing a wheel
Wheels and tires

CLS 63 AMG
Summer tires
R19
Tires Alloy wheels
VA: 255/35 ZR19 (96 Y) XL
RA: 285/30
ZR19 (98 Y) XL 5 FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.46 in
(37 mm)
RA: 10.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm) Winter tires
R19
Tires Alloy wheels
FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S
i
RA: 255/35
R19 96 V XL M+S i FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.46 in
(37 mm)
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm) FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S
i

RA: 285/30

R19 98 V XL M+S i5 FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.46 in
(37 mm)
RA: 10.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm) Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The wheel or tire size as well as the tire type
of
the spare wheel or emergency spare wheel
and the wheel to be replaced may differ.
Mounting an emergency spare wheel may
severely impair the driving characteristics.
There is a risk of an accident.
To avoid hazardous situations:
R adapt your driving style accordingly and
drive carefully.
R never install more than one spare wheel or
emergency spare wheel that differs in size. R
only
use a spare wheel or emergency spare
wheel of a different size briefly.
R do not switch ESP ®
off.
R have a spare wheel or emergency spare
wheel of a different size replaced at the
nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Observe that the wheel and tire dimensions
as well as the tire type must be correct.
When using an emergency spare wheel or
spare wheel of a different size, you must not
exceed the maximum speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Snow chains must not be mounted on
emergency spare wheels.
5 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains". Emergency spare wheel
357Wheels and tires Z