2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS ESP

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GWARNING
Warning notes draw your attention to hazards
that endanger your health or life, or the health
or life of others.
HEnvironmental note
Environmental notes provide you with
information on environmentally aware actions
or disposal.
!Notes on material damage alert you to
dangers that could lead to damage to your
vehicle.
iPractical tips or further information that
could be helpful to you.
XThis symbol indicates an
instruction that must be followed.
XSeveral of these symbols in
succession indicate an instruction
with several steps.
(Ypage)This symbol tells you where you
can find more information about a
topic.
YYThis symbol indicatesawarning or
an instruction that is continued on
the next page.
DisplayDisplayThis font indicatesadisplay in the
multifunction display/COMAND
display.
Parts of the software in the vehicle are
protected by copyright©2005
The FreeType Project
http://www.freetype.org. All rights
reserved.
As at 20.07.2012

Refrigerant .....................................378
Refrigerant filling capacity.............379
Setting the airdistribution.............138
Setting the airflow.........................139
Setting the airvents......................142
Setting the climate mode (AIR
FLOW)............................................137
Setting the temperature................138
Setting the temperature with 3-
zone automatic climate control.....138
Setting the temperature with dual-
zone automatic climate control.....138
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off............................................141
Switching on/off...........................135
Switching residualheaton/off......141
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off............................140
Switching the ZONE function on/
off..................................................139
Cockpit
Overview..........................................30
see Instrument cluster
Collapsiblespare wheel
Inflating.........................................368
see Emergency spare wheel
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 315
Combination switch..........................119
Compass
Calibrating.....................................303
Calling up ....................................... 302
Setting...........................................302
Consumptionstatistics(on-board
computer)..........................................222
Convenience closing feature..............90
Convenience opening feature............89
Coolant(engine)
Checkingthe level.........................308
Display message............................248
Filling capacity...............................377
Important safety notes..................377
Temperature (on-board computer).234
Temperature gauge ........................ 219
Warning lamp ................................. 273
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright.............................................27
Corneringlight function
Display message............................245
Function/notes.............................121
Crash-responsive emergency
lighting...............................................124
Cruisecontrol
Activation conditions.....................176
Cruise control lever.......................176
Deactivating ................................... 177
Display message............................257
Driving system...............................175
Function/notes.............................175
Important safety notes..................175
Settingaspeed .............................. 177
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 176
Cup holder
Centerconsole..............................284
Center console in the rear
compartment.................................285
Important safety notes..................284
Rearcompartment.........................285
Customer AssistanceCenter (CAC)...26
Customer Relations Department.......26
D
Data
see Technical data
Daytime runninglamps
Display message............................247
Function/notes.............................117
Switching on/off (on-board
computer)......................................230
Declarations of conformity................. 25
Delayedswitch-off
Exteriorlighting (on-board
computer)......................................231
Interior lighting..............................232
Diagnosticsconnection......................25
Digital speedometer.........................223
DIRECT SELECTlever
see Automatic transmission
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Display messages
ASSYST PLUS................................309
Calling up (on-board computer).....237
Driving systems.............................251
Engine ............................................ 248
General notes................................237
Hiding (on-board computer)...........237
KEYLESS-GO..................................262
Lights .............................................245
Safety systems..............................238
SmartKey.......................................262
Tires............................................... 258
Vehicle ...........................................260
Distancerecorder.............................222
see Trip odometer
Distancewarning (warning lamp)....275
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 180
Activationconditions.....................180
Deactivating ................................... 184
Display message............................255
Displaysinthe multifunction
display...........................................184
Function/notes.............................177
Important safety notes..................177
Setting the specified minimum
distance.........................................183
Warning lamp ................................. 275
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer)......................................232
Automatic locking (switch) ...............83
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) .......................................76
Control panel...................................38
Display message............................261
Emergency locking ........................... 84
Emergency unlocking.......................84
Important safety notes....................82
Opening (from inside)......................82
Drinking and driving.........................170
Drinks holder
see Bottle holder
Driveprogram
Automatic......................................160
Display...........................................155
Display (DIRECTSELECT lever)......156
Manual ...........................................161
Manual (AMG vehicles)..................162
Manual (vehicleswithSports
package AMG)...............................162
SETUP (on-board computer)..........234
Driveprogram selector.....................159
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service.................311
Symmetrical low beam..................116
Driving on flooded roads..................174
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System).......66
ADAPTIVE BRAKE.............................72
BAS (Brake Assist System)..............67
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) ...............................................67
Electronicbrake force distribution...71
ESP®(Electronic Stability
Program)..........................................68
ETS/4ETS (ElectronicTraction
System)...........................................69
Important safety information...........66
Overview..........................................66
PRE-SAFE®Brake .............................72
Driving systems
Active Blind Spot Assist.................211
Active Driving Assistance
package.........................................211
Active Lane Keeping Assist............214
Active Parking Assist.....................196
AIRMATIC......................................189
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system...........................................190
ATTENTION ASSIST........................203
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 207
Cruise control................................175
Display message............................251
DISTRONICPLUS...........................177
HOLD function...............................186
Lane Keeping Assist......................209
Lane Tracking package..................207
NightView Assist Plus...................204
PARKTRONIC.................................193
RACESTART (AMG vehicles)..........188
Rearview camera..........................199
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Driving tips
AMGceramic brakes.....................173
Automatic transmission.................158
Brakes...........................................172
Break-in period..............................146
Downhill gradient...........................172
Drinking and driving.......................170
Driving abroad...............................116
Driving in winter .............................174
Driving on flooded roads................174
Driving on wet roads......................174
Exhaustcheck...............................170
Fuel ................................................ 170
General..........................................169
Hydroplaning.................................174
Icy road surfaces...........................174
Limited braking efficiency on
salted roads...................................172
Snow chains..................................337
Symmetrical low beam..................116
Wet road surface...........................172
DVD audio
Operating (on-board computer).....225
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer).....226
E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating.................233
Function/notes.............................108
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive...........................109
Function/notes.............................108
Switching on/off...........................233
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message............................240
Function/notes ................................ 71
ECOdisplay
Function/notes.............................170
On-board computer.......................223
ECOstart/stop function
Automatic engine switch-off..........151
Deactivating/activating.................152
General information.......................151
Important safety notes..................151
Introduction...................................150
Emergency release
Driver's door....................................84
Fuel filler flap.................................166
Trunk...............................................88
Vehicle.............................................84
Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes..................367
Points to remember.......................367
Removing.......................................368
Storage location............................368
Stowing .......................................... 368
Technical data...............................370
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function ...........................................59
Safety guidelines.............................41
Emissions control
Service and warranty information....23
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 273
Display message............................248
ECO start/stop function................150
Engine number............................... 373
Irregularrunning............................154
Jump-starting.................................326
Starting problems..........................154
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey.......................................149
Starting with KEYLESS-GO.............149
Switching off..................................168
Tow-starting (vehicle)..................... 331
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction)...................154
Engine oil
Adding...........................................308
Additives........................................376
Checking the oil level..................... 307
Checking the oil levelusing the
dipstick..........................................307
Display message............................250
Filling capacity...............................376
Notes about oil grades ................... 375
Notes on oil level/consumption....307
Temperature (on-board computer).234
Viscosity........................................376
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ESP®(Electronic Stability
Program)
AMGmenu(on-board computer)...234
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles)..........................................70
Deactivating/activating (except
AMG vehicles)................................227
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles)......................69
Display message............................238
ETS/4ETS........................................69
Function/notes ................................ 68
Important safety information...........68
Warning lamp ................................. 269
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System)................................................69
Exhaustcheck...................................170
Exhaustpipe (cleaning
instructions)......................................315
Exterior lighting
Setting options..............................116
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting.......................................109
Dipping (automatic).......................111
Folding in/out(automatically).......110
Folding in/out(electrically)...........110
Folding in whenlocking(on-board
computer)......................................233
Out of position (troubleshooting)...110
Setting...........................................110
Storing settings (memory
function)........................................112
Storing the parking position..........111
Eyeglasses compartment.................279
F
Fillercap
see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit......................................... 320
Flat tire
MOExtended tires..........................321
Preparing the vehicle.....................321
Floormat.............................................303
Fuel
Additives........................................375
Consumption statistics..................222
Displaying the current
consumption..................................223
Displaying the range......................223
Driving tips....................................170
Fuel gauge...............................31, 219
Grade (gasoline)............................374
Important safety notes..................374
Premium-grade unleadedgasoline.374
Problem (malfunction)...................167
Refueling ........................................ 164
Tank content/reserve fuel.............374
Fuelfiller flap
Emergency release........................166
Opening/closing............................165
Fuellevel
Calling up the range (on-board
computer)......................................223
Fueltank
Capacity........................................374
Problem (malfunction)...................167
Fuse allocationchart (vehicle tool
kit)......................................................320
Fuses
Allocation chart.............................331
Before changing.............................331
Fuse box in the engine
compartment.................................332
Fuse box in the trunk.....................332
Important safety notes..................331
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory.....................301
Important safety notes..................299
Opening/closing the garage door..301
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror)...................................299
Gear indicator (on-board
computer)..........................................234
Genuine................................................22
Glove box...........................................279
H
Hazard warning lamps......................120
Head bags
Display message............................242
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Opening/closing (automatically
from outside)...................................86
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................ 85
Trunk lid
Display message............................261
Opening/closing..............................84
Opening dimensions......................379
Trunk load (maximum)......................379
Turn signals
Display message............................245
Switching on/off...........................119
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking.......................84
From insidethe vehicle (central
unlocking button).............................83
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)........286
Vehicle
Data acquisition...............................27
Display message............................260
Equipment.......................................22
Individualsettings..........................229
Limited Warranty.............................26
Loading..........................................345
Locking (in an emergency)...............84
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 76
Lowering........................................361
Maintenance....................................23
Parking foralong period ................ 169
Pulling away...................................150
Raising...........................................359
Reporting problems.........................26
Securing from rolling away............358
Towing away..................................328
Transporting..................................330
Unlocking (in an emergency)...........84
Unlocking (SmartKey)......................76
Vehicle data...................................379
Vehicle data.......................................379
Vehicle dimensions...........................379
Vehicle emergency locking................84
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate..............372
Vehicle level
AIRMATIC......................................189
Vehicle level (display message).......252
Vehicle tool kit..................................320
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 226
VIN......................................................372
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 267
Brakes...........................................266
Check Engine.................................273
Coolant..........................................273
Distance warning...........................275
DISTRONICPLUS...........................275
ESP®..............................................269
ESP®OFF ....................................... 270
Fuel tank ........................................ 273
Overview .................................. 32, 264
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF...............47
Reserve fuel...................................273
Seat belt........................................265
SPORT handling mode...................270
SRS ................................................ 272
Tire pressure monitor....................276
Warranty............................................372
Washer fluid
Display message............................262
Wheelbolttightening torque...........361
Wheelchock......................................358
Wheels
Changingawheel..........................357
Checking ........................................ 335
Cleaning ......................................... 314
Cleaning (warning).........................357
Emergency spare wheel.................367
Important safety notes..................334
Interchanging/changing................357
Mountinganew wheel...................360
Mountingawheel..........................358
Removingawheel..........................360
Storing...........................................357
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Protection of the environment
General notes
HEnvironmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and inamanner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
Roperating conditionsofyour vehicle
Ryour personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
Ralways make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.
Rremove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
Raregularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
Ralways have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
Rdo not depress the accelerator pedal when
startingthe engine.
Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
Rdrive carefully and maintainasafe distance
from the vehicle in front.
Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
Rchange gear in good time and use each gear
only up toof its maximum engine speed.
Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic.
Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption.
Environmental concerns and
recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to
regenerate or re-use them. Observe the
relevant environmental rules and regulations
when disposing of materials. In this way you
will help to protect the environment.
Product information
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion
parts and accessories that have been
approved for your vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as
conversion parts and accessories that have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to assess other parts. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz
vehicles. This is also the case, even if they
have been independently or officially
approved. The use of non-approved parts
could affect your vehicle's operating safety.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, approved
conversion parts and accessories are
available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. Here, you will receive advice about
permissible technical modifications, and the
parts will be professionally installed.
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Never tamper with the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software. You
shouldhave all work to electrical and
electronic equipment carried out ataqualified
specialist workshop.
!There isarisk of damage to the vehicle if:
Rthe vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. onahigh
curb or an unpaved road
Ryou drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g.
acurb orahole in the road
Raheavy object strikes the undercarriage
or parts of the chassis.
In situations like this, the body,the
undercarriage, chassis parts, wheelsor
tires could be damaged withoutthe
damage being visible. Components
damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail
or, in the case of an accident, no longer
withstand the strain they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system for an
extended period, they can catch fire.
Have the vehicle checked and repaired
immediately ataqualified specialist
workshop. If on continuing your journey
you noticethat driving safety is impaired,
pull over and stop the vehicle immediately,
paying attention to road and traffic
conditions. In such cases, visitaqualified
specialist workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA:"The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the two following two
conditions: 1) These devices may not cause
harmful interference, and 2) These devices
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment."
Canada:"The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device."
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
aqualified specialist workshop.
GWARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. Asaresult,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There isarisk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a
diagnostics connection in the vehicle.
GWARNING
Objectsinthe driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or obstructadepressed pedal.
The operatingand road safety of the vehicle
is jeopardized. There isarisk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficientclearancefor the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats.
!If the engineisswitched off and
equipmentonthe diagnostics connection
is used, the starter battery may discharge.
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