2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-Class ECO mode

The
AMG Ride Control SPORT + message
appears in the multifunction display.
Comfort mode
When comfor tmode is selected, the driving
characteristics of your vehicle are more
comfortable. Select this mode if you prefer a
comfort-oriented driving style. Select
comfor tmode also when driving fast on
straight roads, e.g. on straight stretches of
highway.
X Press button 001Arepeatedly until indicator
lamps 0024and 0021go out.
You have selected Comfort mode.
The AMG Ride Control COMFORT message appears in the multifunction
display.
Storing and calling up settings
Once the suspension tuning and drive
program have been selected, you can store
and call up your settings using AMG
button 0010.
X To store: press AMG button 0010until you
hear atone.
X To call up: press AMG button 0010.
The stored suspension tuning and drive
program are selected.
X To display: briefly press AMG button 0010.
Your selection appears in the multifunction
display.
Vehicle level Important safety notes
G
WARNING
When the vehicle is being lowered, people
could become trapped if their limbs are
between the vehicle body and the wheels or
underneath the vehicle. There is arisk of
injury.
Make sure no one is underneath the vehicle
or in the immediate vicinit yofthe wheel
arches when the vehicle is being lowered. The vehicle lowers when you press the button
for selecting the suspension tuning or the
AMG button
.The vehicle also lowers if it is
stationary.
! If Sport or Sport +suspension tuning has
been selected, th evehicle's ground
clearance decreases. Mak esure that no
object sbecome trapped or that th evehicle
does no tbecome damaged, for example,
on the curb.
i The vehicle level may change visibly at the
rear axle if you park the vehicle and the
outside temperature changes .Ifthe
temperature drops, the vehicle level
lowers; with an increase in temperature,
the vehicle level rises.
Changing the rear axle ride height
This function is only available for the CLS 63
AMG 4MATIC.
The vehicle level at the rear axle depends on
the selected suspension tuning and the
vehicle speed.
The vehicle level at the rear axle changes
during the journey depending on the selected
suspension tuning:
R Comfort: +0.4 in (+10 mm)
R Sport +and Sport: -0.6in( -15 mm)
When switching from Comfort to Sport or
Sport +, the rear axle lowers by approximately
1.0 in (25 mm). When switching from Sport
or Sport +toComfort, the rear axle raises by
approximately 1.0 in (25 mm). This level
change also takes place when the vehicle is
stationary.
If you drive faster than 105 mph (170 km/h),
the rear axle ride height is set to amedium
level. Thi sincreases driving safety and
reduces airr esistance. If you then drive at
speeds below 93 mph (150 km/h), the rear
axle ride height is readjusted to the selected
suspension tuning. 192
Driving systemsDriving and parking

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 not ethat your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related system sand functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 26).Important safet
ynotes G
WARNING
If you operate information system sand
communication equipment integrated in the
vehicle while driving, you will be distracted
from traffic conditions. You could also lose
contro lofthe vehicle. There is arisk of an
accident.
Only operate the equipment when the traffic
situatio npermits .Ifyou are not sure that this
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
to traffic conditions and operate the
equipment when the vehicle is stationary. G
WARNING
If the instrument cluster has failed or
malfunctioned, you may not recognize
function restrictions in systems relevant to
safety. The operating safety of your vehicle
may be impaired. There is arisk of an
accident.
Drive on carefully. Have the vehicle checked
at aq ualified specialist workshop
immediately.
You must observe the legal requirements for
the country in which you are currently driving
when operating the on-board computer.
The on-board computer only shows messages
or warnings from certain systems in the multifunction display
.You should therefore
make sure your vehicle is operating safely at
all times. Otherwise, avehicle that is not
operating safely may cause an accident.
For an overview, see the instrument panel
illustration (Y page 31).218
Important safety notesOn-board computer and displays

X
Press 0005or0006 to select the Day Lights: function.
If the Day Lights: have been switched on,
the cone of light and the 0004symbol in
the multifunction display are shown in red.
X Press the 000Cbutton to save the setting.
Further information on daytime running
lamps (Y page 117).
Setting the brightness of the ambient
lighting
X Press the 000Aor0004 button on the
steerin gwheel to select the Sett. menu.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to select the
Lights submenu.
X Press 000Cto confirm.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to select the
Amb. Light +/-. function.
You will see the selected setting.
X Press 000Cto confirm.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to adjust the
brightness to any level from Off to
Level 5 (bright).
X Press the 000Cor0002 button to save the
setting.
Setting the ambient lighting color
X Press the 000Aor0004 button on the
steerin gwheel to select the Sett. menu.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to select the
Lights submenu.
X Press 000Cto confirm.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to select the
Ambient Light Color function.
X Press 000Cto confirm.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to set the
color to SOLAR ,
NEUTRAL or
POLAR .
X Press the 000Cor0002 button to save the
setting. Activating/deactivating surround
lighting and exterior lighting delayed
switch-off
X
Press the 000Aor0004 button on the
steerin gwheel to select the Sett. menu.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to select the
Lights submenu.
X Press 000Cto confirm.
X Press 0005or0006 to select the
Surround Lighting function.
When the Surround Lighting function is
activated, the light cone and the area
around the vehicle are displaye dinred in
the multifunction display.
X Press the 000Cbutton to save the setting.
Deactivating delayed switch-off of the
exterior lighting temporarily:
X Before leaving the vehicle, turn the
SmartKey to position 0in the ignition lock.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock.
The exterior lighting delayed switch-off is
deactivated.
Delayed switch-off of the exterior lighting is
reactivated the next time you start the
engine.
If you have activated the Surround Lighting function and the light switch is set
to 000D,t he following functions are activated
when it is dark:
R Surround lighting: the exterior lighting
remains lit for 40 seconds after unlocking
with the SmartKey. If you start the engine,
the surround lighting is switched off and
the automatic headlamp mode is activated
(Y page 117).
R Exterior lighting delayed switch-off: the
exterior lighting remains lit for 60seconds
after the engine is switched off. If you close
all the doors and the trunkl id, the exterior
lighting goes off after 5seconds.
i Depending on your vehicle's equipment,
when the surround lighting and delayed Menus and submenus
231On-boardcomputer and displays Z

mirrors willn
ot fold out automatically
(Y page1 10).
You can then only fold out the exterior mirrors
using button 001A.
Restorin gthe factory settings X
Press the 000Aor0004 button on the
steering whee ltoselect the Sett. menu.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to select the
Factory Setting submenu.
X Press 000Cto confirm.
The Reset All Settings? message
appears.
X Press the 0005or0006 button to select
No or
Yes .
X Press 000Cto confirm the selection.
If you have selected Yes ,t
he multifunction
display show saconfirmation message.
For safety reasons, the Daytime RunningLights function in the
Lights submenu is
only reset if the vehicl eisstationary. AMG menu in AMG vehicles
AMG displays 001A
Digital speedometer
0010 Gear indicator
0024 Upshift indicator
0021 Engine oil temperature
001E Coolant temperature
0025 ECO start/stop function status indicator
(Ypage 151)
X Press the 000Aor0004 button on the
steering wheel to select the AMG menu.Upshift indicator
UP 0024
indicates that the
engine has reached the overrevving range
when in the manual gearshift program.
Upshift indicator UP 0024
fades out other
messages until you have shifted up.
When the engine oil temperature is below
176 ‡(80 †) the oil temperature is show nin
blue. Avoid drivin gatfull engin eoutput during
this time.
SETUP 001A
Driv eprogram (C /SS+ /M )
0010 ESP ®
mode (ON /OFF )orS
PORT handling
mode (SPORT )
0024 Suspension tunin g(COMFORT /SPORT /
SPORT+ )
SETUP shows the drive program, the ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program) mode and the
suspension tuning.
X Press the 000Aor0004 button on the
steering wheel to select the AMG menu.
X Press the 0006button repeatedly until
SETUP is displayed.
or
X Briefly press the AMG button on the center
console (Y page 191).234
Menus and submenusOn-boar
dcomputer and displays

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 not ethat your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related system sand functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 26).Engine compartment
Hood
Important safet ynotes G
WARNING
If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when
the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
There is arisk of an accident.
Never unlatc hthe hood while driving. G
WARNING
When openin gand closin gthe hood, it may
suddenly fall int othe closed position .There is
ar isk of injury to persons within range of
movement of the hood.
Open and close the hood only when no one is
within its range of movement. G
WARNING
Certain components in the engine
compartment, such as the engine, radiator
and parts of the exhaust system, can become
very hot. Working in the engine compartment
poses arisk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following. G
WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is
overheated or when there is afire in the
engine compartmentc ould expose you to hot
gases or other service products. There is a
risk of injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is afire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department. G
WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or start
again suddenly when the ignition is off. There
is ar isk of injury.
If you need to do any work inside the engine
compartment,
R switch off the ignition
R never reach into the area where there is a
risk of danger from moving components,
such as the fan rotation area
R keep clothin gaway from moving parts G
WARNING
The ignition system and the fuel injection
system work under high voltage. If you touch
components which are under voltage, you
could get an electric shock. There is arisk of
injury.
Never touch components of the ignition
system or fuel injection system when the
ignition is switched on.
Opening the hood G
WARNING
When the hood is open and the windshield
wipers are set in motion ,you can be injured
by the wiper linkage. There is arisk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers and
the ignition before opening the hood. 306
Engine compartmentMaintenance and care

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 not ethat your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related system sand functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 26).Important safet
ynotes G
WARNING
If wheels and tires of the wrong size are used,
the wheel brakes or suspension components
may be damaged. There is arisk of an
accident.
Always replac ewheels and tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the original
part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to use the
correct:
R designation
R model
When replacing tires, make sure to use the
correct:
R designation
R manufacturer
R model G
WARNING
Af lat tir eseverely impairs the driving,
steerin gand braking characteristics of the
vehicle. There is arisk of accident.
Tires without run-flat characteristics:
R do not drive with aflat tire.
R immediately replac ethe flat tir ewith your
emergenc yspare wheel or spare wheel, or
consult aqualified specialist workshop. Tires with run-flat characteristics:
R
pay attention to the information and
warnin gnotices on MOExtended tires (tires
with run-flat characteristics).
Accessories that are not approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Ben zorthat are not
being used correctly can impair the operating
safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit aqualified 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
in the "Wheel/tire combinations" section
(Y page 362).
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 345)
R on the tire pressure label on the fuel filler
flap (Y page 165)
R under "Tire pressure" (Y page 338) Operation
Information on driving
If the vehicle is heavily loaded, 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 atire 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 334
OperationWheels and tires

Bar indicator
001Afor trea dwearisi ntegrated
into the tire tread.
Treadwear indicator s(TWI) are required by
law. Six indicator sare positioned on the tire
tread. The yare visible once the trea ddepth
is approximately 0014in (1.6 mm). If this is the
case ,the tire is so worn that it mus tbe
replaced. Selecting, mounting and replacing
tires
R Only mount tires and wheels of the same
type and make.
Exception: it is permissible to install a
different type or make in the event of aflat
tire. Observe the "MOExtended tires (tires
with run-flat characteristics" section
(Y page3 21).
R Only mount tires of the correct size onto
the wheels.
R Break in new tires at moderate speeds for
the first 60 mile s(100 km) .They only reach
their full performance after this distance.
R Do not drive with tires which have too little
tread depth, as this significantly reduces
the traction on wet roads (hydroplaning).
R Replace the tires after six years at the
latest, regardless of wear.
Observe the notes on the emergency spare
wheel (Y page 367). MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat
properties)
With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat
characteristics), you can continue to drive
your vehicle even if there is atotal loss of
pressure in one or more tires.
MOExtended tires may only be used in
conjunction with an active tire pressure loss
warning system or with an active tire pressure
monitor and on wheels specifically tested by
Mercedes-Benz. Notes on driving with MOExtended tires with
af
lat tire (Y page 321).
i Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires
are not equipped with aTIREFIT kit at the
factory. It is therefore recommended that
you additionall yequip your vehicle with a
TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not
feature run-flat properties, e.g. winter tires.
AT IREFIT kit can be obtained from a
qualified specialist workshop. Winter operation
General notes
Have your vehicle winterproofed at aqualified
specialist workshop at the onset of winter.
Observe the notes in the "Changing awheel"
section (Y page 357). Driving with summer tires
At temperatures below 45 ‡(+7 †), summer
tires lose elasticity significantly ,and
therefore traction and braking power as well.
Change the tires on you rvehicle to
M+S tires. Using summer tires at very cold
temperatures could cause crack stoform,
thereby damaging the tires permanently.
Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility
for this type of damage. M+S tires
G
WARNING
M+S tires with atiret read dept hofless than
001F in (4 mm )are no tsuitable for use in winter
and do no tprovide sufficient traction .There
is ar iskofana ccident.
M+S tires wit hatread dept hofless than 001F
in (4 mm )must be replace dimmediately.
At temperatures below 45 ‡(+7 †), use
winter tires or all-weather tires. Both type sof
tir ea re identified by th eM+S marking. 336
Winte
roperationWheels and tires

Comply wit
hall valid regulation swithr espect
to handling, storing ,and disposin gofservice
fluids.
Components and servic eproduct smust be
matched. You should therefor eonly use
products tha thave been tested and approved
by Mercedes-Benz.
Information on tested and approved products
can be obtaine datanauthorized Mercedes-
Ben zCente roront heInternet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m.
You can recognize service products approved
by Mercedes-Ben zbythefollowing
inscription on th econtaine rs:
R MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
R MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51)
Other designation sorrecommendations
indicat ealevel of qualit yoras pecification in
accordance wit hanMBSheet number (e.g.
MB 229.5). The yhave no tnecessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Fuel
Important safet ynotes G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is arisk of fire and
explosion.
You must avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switc hoff the engine
and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before
refueling. G
WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is arisk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come
into contact with your skin ,eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel away from children. If you or other
scome into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
R Wash away fuel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
R If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance
without delay.
R If fuel is swallowed, seek medical
assistanc ewithout delay. Do not induce
vomiting.
R Immediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel.
Tank capacity Model Total
capacity All models
21.1USg
al
(80. 0l) Model Of which
reserve All models (except for
AMG vehicles)
Approx.
2.4 US qt (9.0 l) All models (AMG vehicles)
Approx.
3.7 US gal (14. 0l) Gasoline
Fuel grade
!
Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
gasoline engine. Do not switch on the
ignition if you accidentally refuel with the
wrong fuel. Otherwise, the fuel will enter
the fuel system. Even small amounts of the
wrong fuel could result in damage to the
fuel system and the engine. Notif ya
qualified specialist worksho pand have the
fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely. 374
Service products and filling capacitiesTechnical data