2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS clock

RACESTART
Important safety notes
iObserve the safety notes for the SPORT
handling mode(Ypage 70).
RACESTART is intended solely for activation
on dedicated race circuits.
RACE START enables optimal acceleration
fromastandingstart.The precondition for
this isasuitable high-grip road surface.
iRACE START is only available in AMG
vehicles.
Conditions for activation
You can activateRACE START if:
Rthe doors are closed.
Rthe engine is runningand it has reached an
operating temperature of approximately
176‡(80 †). This is the case when the
engine oil temperature in the multifunction
display stops flashing.
RSPORT handling mode is activated.
(Ypage 70)
Rthe steeringwheel is in the straight-ahead
position
Rthe vehicle is stationary and the brake
pedal is depressed (left foot).
Rthe transmission is in positionD.
Activating RACE START
XDepress the brake pedal with your left foot
and keep it depressed.
XTurn the drive program selector clockwise
(Ypage 159) until theRSlamp lights up.
TheRACE START Confirm: Paddle UP
Cancel: Paddle DOWNmessage appears
in the multifunction display.
iIf the activation conditions are no longer
fulfilled, RACE START is canceled. The
START Canceledmessage appears in the
multifunction display.
XTo cancel: pull the left steeringwheel
paddle shifter (Ypage 160).
or
XTo confirm: pull the right steeringwheel
paddle shifter (Ypage 160).
TheRACE START Available Depress
gas pedalmessage appears in the
multifunction display.
iIf you do not depress the accelerator
pedal fully within two seconds, RACE
START is canceled. TheRACE START Not
Possible See Operator's Manual
message appears in the multifunction
display.
XFully depress the accelerator pedal.
The engine speed rises to approximately
3,500 rpm.
TheRACE START Release brake to
startmessage appears in the
multifunction display.
iIf you do not release the brake pedal
within five seconds, RACE START is
canceled. TheRACE START Canceled
message appears in the multifunction
display.
XTake your foot off the brake, but keep the
accelerator pedal depressed.
The vehicle pulls away at maximum
acceleration.
TheRACESTARTActivemessage appears
in the multifunction display.
RACE START is deactivated when the vehicle
reachesaspeed of approximately 30 mph
(Canada: 50 km/h).Drive programS+is
activated. SPORT handling mode remains
activated.
RACE START is deactivated immediately if
you release the accelerator pedal during
RACE START or if any of the activation
conditions are no longer fulfilled. TheRACE
START Not Possible See Operator's
Manualmessage appears in the multifunction
display.
iIf RACE START is used repeatedly within
ashort period of time, it is only available
188Driving systems
Driving and parking

switch-off exterior lighting are on, the
following light up:
RParking lamps
RLow-beam headlamps
RDaytime running lamps
RSide marker lamps
RSurround lighting in the exterior mirrors
Activating/deactivating the interior
lighting delayed switch-off
If you activate theInterior Lighting
Delayfunction,the interior lighting remains
on for 20seconds after you remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
XPress the\norbutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.menu.
XPress theorbutton to select the
Lightssubmenu.
XPressto confirm.
XPressorto select theLight.
Delayfunction.
When theInterior Lighting Delay
function is activated, the vehicle interior is
displayed in red in the multifunction
display.
XPress thebutton to save the setting.
Vehicle
Activating/deactivating the automatic
door locking mechanism
XPress the\norbutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.menu.
XPressorto select theVehicle
submenu.
XPressto confirm.
XPressorto select theAuto.
Door Locksfunction.
When theAutomaticDoorLockfunction
is activated, the vehicle doors are displayed
in red in the multifunction display.
XPress thebutton to save the setting.
If you activate theAutomatic Door Lock
function,the vehicle is centrally locked above
aspeed of around9mph (15 km/h).
For further information on the automatic
locking feature, see (Ypage 83).
Activating/deactivating the acoustic
locking verification signal
If you switch on theAcousticLockfunction,
an acoustic signal sounds when you lock the
vehicle.
XPress the\norbutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.menu.
XPressorto select theVehicle
submenu.
XPressto confirm.
XPress theorbutton to select the
Acoustic Lockfunction.
If theAcousticLockfunction is activated,
thesymbol in the multifunction
displaylights up red.
XPress thebutton to save the setting.
Activating/deactivating the radar sensor
system
XPress the\norbutton on the
steering wheel to select theSett.menu.
XPressorto select theVehicle
submenu.
XPressto confirm.
XPress theorbutton to select
Radar Sensor (See Oper. Manual):.
You will see the selected setting:Enabled
orDisabled.
XPress thebutton to save the setting.
The following systems are switched off when
the radar sensor system is deactivated:
RDISTRONIC PLUS (Ypage 177)
RBAS PLUS (Ypage 67)
RPRE-SAFE®Brake (Ypage 72)
RBlind Spot Assist (Ypage 207)
RActive Blind Spot Assist (Ypage 211)
232Menus and submenus
On-board computer and displays

RAlwaysstoreobjects so thatthey cannot be
flung around in these or in similar
situations.
RAlways make sure that objectsdonot
protrude from stowage compartments,
parcel nets or stowage nets.
RClose lockable stowage compartments
while driving.
RStow and secure objectsthat are heavy,
hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too
large in the trunk.
Observe the loading guidelines (Ypage 278).
Glove box
XTo open:pull handleand open glove box
flap.
XTo close:fold glove box flapupwards
until it engages.
iThe glove box can be ventilated
(Ypage 142).
The glove box can only be locked and
unlocked using the mechanical key.
XTo lock:insert the mechanical key into the
lock and turn it 90° clockwise to position
.
XTo unlock:insert the mechanical key into
the lock and turn it 90° counter-clockwise
to position
.
Eyeglassescompartment
There isacompartmenttostow eyeglasses
in the headliner on the driver's side.
XTo open:pull down eyeglasses
compartmentby the handle.
Stowage compartments in the front
center console
All models except AMG vehicles
XTo open:slide the cover forwards by
handlein the direction of the arrow until
it engages.
XTo close:briefly press the front of
handle.
Stowage areas279
Stowage and features
Z

Adding engineoil
GWARNING
If engineoil comes intocontactwithhot
componentsintheenginecompartment, it
may ignite. There isariskoffireand injury.
Makesurethatengineoil is notspilled next
to the filler neck. Let the enginecool down
and thoroughly clean the engineoil off the
componentsbefore starting the engine.
HEnvironmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful
to the environment.
!Only use engineoils and oil filtersthat
have been approved for vehicles with a
servicesystem. You can obtainalist of the
engineoils and oil filterstested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specificationsfor Service
Productsatany Mercedes-Benz Service
center.
Damage to the engineorexhaust system is
caused by the following:
Rusing engineoils and oil filtersthat have
not been specifically approved for the
servicesystem
Rreplacing engineoil and oil filtersafter
the interval for replacementspecified by
the servicesystem has been exceeded
Rusing engineoil additives.
!Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engineoil can result in damage to the
engineortothe catalytic converter. Have
excess engineoil siphoned off.
Example: engineoil capXTurn capcounter-clockwise and remove
it.
XAdd engineoil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark
on the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt(1.0 liter)
of engine oil.
XReplace capon the fillerneck and turn
clockwise.
Ensurethatthe cap locks into place
securely.
XCheck the oillevel againwith the oil
dipstick (Ypage 307).
Further information on engine oil
(Ypage 375).
Additionalservice products
Checking coolant level
GWARNING
The engine cooling system is pressurized,
particularly when the engine is warm. When
opening the cap, you could be scaldedbyhot
coolantspraying out. There isarisk of injury.
Let the enginecool down before openingthe
cap. Wear eye and hand protection when
openingthe cap. Open the cap slowly half a
turn to allow pressure to escape.
308Engine compartment
Maintenance and care

XPark the vehicle onalevel surface.
Only check the coolant level when the
vehicle is onalevel surface and the engine
has cooled down.
XTurn the SmartKey to position2in the
ignition lock (Ypage 147).
On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, press the
Start/Stop button twice (Ypage 147).
XCheck the coolant temperature display in
the instrument cluster.
The coolant temperature must be below
158‡(70 †).
XTurn the SmartKey to position
0(Ypage 147) in the ignition lock.
XSlowly turn caphalfaturn counter-
clockwise to allow excess pressure to
escape.
XTurn capfurther counter-clockwise and
remove it.
If the coolant is at the level of marker bar
$in the filler neck when cold, there is
enough coolant in coolant expansion
tank.
If the coolant level is approximately 0.6 in
(1.5 cm) above marker bar$in the fuel
filler neck when warm, there is enough
coolant in expansion tank.
XIf necessary, add coolant that has been
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
XReplace capand turn it clockwise as far
as it will go.
For further information on coolant,see
(Ypage 377).
Adding washer fluid to the windshield
washer system/headlampcleaning
system
GWARNING
Windshield washer concentrate is highly
flammable. If it comes intocontactwith hot
enginecomponentsorthe exhaust systemit
could ignite. There isariskoffire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer
concentrate is spilled nexttothe filler neck.
XTo open:pull capupwards by the tab.
XAdd the premixed washer fluid.
XTo close:press capontothe filler neck
until it engages.
The washer fluid reservoir is used for both the
windshield washer system and the headlamp
cleaning system.
If the washer fluid level drops below the
recommended minimum of1liter,amessage
appears in the multifunction display
promptingyou to refill the washer fluid
(Ypage 262).
Further information on windshield washer
fluid/antifreeze (Ypage 378).
Maintenance
ASSYST PLUS
Service messages
The ASSYSTPLUS service interval display
informsyou of the nextservice due date.
Maintenance309
Maintenance and care
Z

The battery and the cover of the positive
terminal clamp must be installed securely
during operation.
Comply with safety precautions and take
protective measures when handling
batteries.
Risk of explosion.
Fire, open flames and smokingare
prohibited when handling the
battery. Avoid creatingsparks.
Battery acid is caustic. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Wear suitable protective clothing,
especially gloves, apron and
faceguard.
Rinse any acid spills immediately
with clear water. Contact a
physician if necessary.
Wear eye protection.
Keep children away.
Observe this Operator's Manual.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use batteries
which have been tested and approved for
your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.These
batteries provide increased impact
protection to prevent vehicle occupants from
suffering acid burns should the battery be
damaged in the event of an accident.
In order for the battery to achieve the
maximum possible service life, it must always
be sufficiently charged.
The vehicle battery, like other batteries, can
discharge over time if you do not use the
vehicle. In this case, have the battery
disconnected ataqualified specialist
workshop. You can also charge the battery
withacharger recommended by Mercedes-
Benz.Contactaqualified specialist workshop
for further information.
Have the battery condition of charge checked
more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly
for short trips or if you leave it standingidle
foralengthy period. Consultaqualified
specialist workshop if you wish to leave your
vehicle parked foralong period of time.
iRemove the SmartKey if you park the
vehicle and do not require any electrical
consumers. The vehicle will then use very
little energy, thus conserving battery
power.
iIf the power supply has been interrupted,
e.g. if you reconnect the battery, you will
have to:
Rset the clock.Information on setting the
clock can be found in the separate
operating instructions.
On vehicles with COMAND and a
navigation system, the clock is set
automatically.
Rreset the function for folding the exterior
mirrors in/out automatically, by folding
the mirrors out once (Ypage 110).
Charging the battery
GWARNING
During charging and jump-starting, explosive
gases can escape from the battery. There is a
risk of an explosion.
Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient
ventilation while charging and jump-starting.
Do not lean overabattery.
GWARNING
Battery acid is caustic. There isarisk of injury.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing.
Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean
324Battery (vehicle)
Breakdown assistance

XTake coveroff the opening.
XScrew in and tighten the towing eye
clockwise to the stop.
Removing the towing eye
XUnscrew and remove the towing eye.
XPosition the top of coverin the bumper
and press it in at the bottom until it
engages.
XAttach coverto the bumper and press
until it engages.
XPlace the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit.
Towing the vehicle with the rear axle
raised
!The ignition must be switched off if you
are towing the vehicle with the rear axle
raised. Intervention by ESP®could
otherwise damage the brake system.
Only possible for vehicles without
4MATIC.
XSwitchonthe hazard warning lamps
(Ypage 120).
XTurn the SmartKey to position0in the
ignition lock and remove the SmartKey
from the ignition lock.
XWhen leaving the vehicle, take the
SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO key with you.
When towing your vehicle with the rear axle
raised, it is importantthat you observe the
safety instructions (Ypage 328).
Towingavehicle with both axles on
theground
It is importantthat you observe the safety
instructions when towing away your vehicle
(Ypage 328).
The automatic transmission automatically
shifts to positionPwhen you open the driver's
or front-passenger door or when you remove
the SmartKey from the ignition lock. In order
to ensure that the automatic transmission
stays in positionNwhen towing the vehicle,
you must observe the following points:
XMake sure that the vehicle is stationary and
the SmartKey in the ignition lock is in
position0.
XTurn the SmartKey to position2in the
ignition lock.
On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, use the
SmartKey instead of the Start/Stop button
(Ypage 147).
XDepress and hold the brake pedal.
XShift the automatic transmission to
positionN.
XRelease the brake pedal.
XRelease the parking brake.
XSwitch on the hazard warning lamps
(Ypage 120).
XLeave the SmartKey in position2in the
ignition lock.
iWhen towing with the hazard warning
lamps switched on, use the combination
switch as usualtosignalachange of
direction. In this case, only the indicator
lamps for the direction of travel flash. After
resetting the combination switch, the
hazard warning lamp starts flashing again.
Transporting the vehicle
!Only lash the vehicle down by the wheels
or wheel rims, not by parts of the vehicle
such as axle or steering components.
Otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged.
The towing eye can be used to pull the vehicle
ontoatrailer or transporter for transporting
purposes.
330Towing and tow-starting
Breakdown assistance

XPosition jack$at jacking point.
Example
XMake sure the foot of the jack is directly
beneath the jacking point.
XTurn crank!clockwise until jack$sits
completely on jacking pointand the
base of the jack lies evenly on the ground.
XTurn crank!until the tire is raised a
maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) off the ground.
Removingawheel
!AMG vehicles:during removaland
repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim
can strike the ceramic-brake disc and
damage it. Therefore, take precautions and
getasecond persontoassist you.
Alternatively, you can useasecond
alignment bolt.
!Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a
dirty surface. The bolt and wheel hub
threads could otherwise be damaged when
you screw them in.
XUnscrew the uppermost wheel bolt
completely.
XScrew alignment boltinto the thread
instead of the wheel bolt.
XUnscrew the remaining wheel bolts fully.
XRemove the wheel.
Mountinganew wheel
GWARNING
Oiled or greased wheel boltsordamaged
wheel bolts/hub threads can cause thewheel
boltstocomeloose.Asaresult, you could
loseawheel while driving. There isarisk of
accident.
Never oil or grease wheel bolts. In the event
of damage to the threads, contactaqualified
specialist workshop immediately.Have the
damagedwheel boltsorhub threads
replaced/renewed. Do notcontinue driving.
360Changingawheel
Wheels and tires