2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS length

Adjusting theactive multicontour
seat
Overview
To adjust theseat cushion length
To switch thedynamic function on or off
$To adjust theside bolsters of theseat
backrest
!To switch themassage function on or off
To adjust thecontourofthebackrest to
increase/decreasesupport
%To adjust theheight/depthofthe
backrest contour
The active multicontour seat on thedriver's
side automatically adaptsthesidesofthe
backrest to your currentdriving style.You can
adjust the contour of the seat individuallyso
as to provide optimum support for your back
and sides.
Dynamic function
The dynamic function adjusts the air cushions
in the side bolsters of the seat backreststo
ensure ideal lateral support at all times. You
can choose between two levels.
XTo switch on:press buttononce or
twice until the desired level is set.
One or two indicator lamps in button
light up.
XTo switch off:press buttonrepeatedly
until all indicator lamps in buttongo out.
You can select the following levels:
Level1(one
indicator lamp)
Standard setting:
slightly increased
lateral support and
slow build-up of air
pressure in the side
bolsters of the seat
backrest.
Level2(two
indicator lamps)
Sport setting:
increased lateral
support and fast
build-up of pressure
in the side bolsters
of the seat backrest.
Massage function (PULSE)
The massage function helps you to prevent
muscle tension on long journeys. You can
choose between two levels.
XTo switch on:press button!once or
twice until the desired level is set.
One or two indicator lamps in button!
light up. The air cushions in the lumbar
region vibrate for approximately
20 minutes.
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support
To raise the backrest contour
To soften the backrest contour
$To lower the backrest contour
!To harden the backrest contour
Seats103
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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You can use this function to set the
headlamps to change betweenlow beam and
high beam automatically. The system
recognizes vehicles with their lights on, either
approaching from the opposite direction or
traveling in front of your vehicle, and
consequently switches the headlamps from
high beam to low beam.
The system automatically adapts the low-
beam headlamp range depending on the
distance to the other vehicle. Once the
system no longer detectsany other vehicles,
it reactivates the high-beam headlamps.
The system's optical sensor is located behind
the windshield near the overhead control
panel.
Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist
on/off
High-beam headlamps
Turn signal, right
$High-beam flasher
!Turn signal, left
XTo switch on:turn the light switch to
\r.
XPress the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of
arrow.
Theindicator lamp in the
multifunction display lights up if it is dark
and the light sensor activates the low-beam
headlamps.
If you are driving at speeds above
approximately 28 mph (45 km/h):
The headlamp range is set automatically
depending on the distance between the
vehicle and other road users.
If you are driving at speeds above
approximately 35 mph (55 km/h) and no
other road users have been detected:
The high-beam headlamps are switched on
automatically. Theindicator lamp in
the instrument cluster also lights up.
If you are driving at speeds below
approximately 30 mph (45 km/h) or other
road users have been detected or the roads
are adequately lit:
The high-beam headlamps are switched off
automatically. Theindicator lamp in
the instrument cluster goes out. The
indicator lamp in the multifunction display
remains lit.
XTo switch off:move the combination
switch back to its normal position or move
the light switch to another position.
Theindicator lamp in the instrument
cluster goes out.
Headlamps fogged up on the inside
The headlamps may fog up on the inside if
there is high atmospheric humidity.
XSwitch on the light and drive off.
The level of moisture diminishes,
depending on the length of the journey and
the weather conditions (humidity and
temperature).
If the level of moisture does not diminish:
XHave the headlamps checked ataqualified
specialist workshop.
122Exterior lighting
Lights and windshield wipers

XStop the vehiclewhenitisalmostexactly
in front of the parking space.
The white lane shouldbeasclose to parallel
with the parking space marking as
possible.
Driving to the finalposition
White guidelineatcurrent steering wheel
angle
Parking space marking
XTurn the steering wheeltothe center
positionwhile the vehicle is stationary.
Red guide line atadistance of
approximately 12 in (0.30 m) from the
rear of the vehicle
White lane with steering wheel straight
$End of parking space
XBack up carefully until you have reached
the final position.
Red guide lineis then at end of parking
space$.The vehicle is almost parallel in
the parking space.
ATTENTION ASSIST
Important safety notes
ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the
driver. It might not always recognizefatigue
or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to
recognizethem at all. The system is not a
substitute forawell-rested and attentive
driver.
General notes
ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long,
monotonous journeys, such as on highways.
It is active in the range between 50 mph
(80 km/h) and 112 mph (180 km/h).
If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical
indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in
concentration on the part of the driver, it
suggests you takeabreak.
ATTENTION ASSIST assesses your level of
fatigue or lapses in concentration by taking
the following criteria into account:
Ryour personal driving style, e.g. steering
characteristics
Rjourney details, e.g. time of day and length
of journey
The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is
restricted and warnings may be delayed or
not occur at all:
Rif the road condition is poor, e.g. if the
surface is uneven or if there are potholes
Rif there isastrongside wind
Rif you have adoptedasporty driving style
with high cornering speeds or high rates of
acceleration
Rif you are predominantly driving slower
than 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster than
112 mph (180 km/h)
Rif you are currently using COMAND or
makingatelephone call with it
Rif the time has been set incorrectly
Rin active driving situations, such as when
you change lanes or change your speed
Driving systems203
Driving and parking
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Deleting all laps
If you switch offthe engine, the RACETIMER
is reset to "0" after 30 seconds. All laps are
deleted.
You cannot delete individualstored laps. If
you have stopped 16 laps, the current lap
does not have to be reset.
XReset the current lap.
XPressto confirmReset.
Reset Race Timer?appears in the
multifunction display.
XPress thebutton to selectYesand
press thebutton to confirm.
All laps are deleted.
Overall statistics
RACETIMER overall evaluation
Total time driven
$Average speed
!Distancecovered
Maximum speed
This function is shown if you have stored at
least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER.
XPress the\norbutton on the
steering wheel to select theAMGmenu.
XPress thebutton repeatedly until the
overall evaluation is shown.
Lap statistics
Lap
Lap time
$Average lap speed
!Lap length
Top speed during lap
This function is only available if you have
stored at least two laps and have stopped the
RACETIMER.
XPress the\norbutton on the
steering wheel to select theAMGmenu.
XPress thebutton repeatedly until the
lap evaluation is shown.
Each lap is shown inaseparate submenu.
The fastest lap is indicated by flashing
symbol.
XPress theorbutton to select a
different lap evaluation.
236Menus and submenus
On-board computer and displays

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

Jump-starting
For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a
positive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment.
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 over
the battery. Keep children away from batteries. Wash battery acid immediately with water and
seek medical attention.
GWARNING
During charging and jump-starting, explosive gases can escape from the battery. There isarisk
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
During the charging process,abattery produces hydrogen gas. Ifashort circuit occurs or sparks
are created, the hydrogen gas can ignite. There isarisk of an explosion.
RMake sure that the positive terminal ofaconnected battery does not come into contact with
vehicle parts.
RNever place metal objects or tools onabattery.
RIt is important that you observe the described order of the battery terminals when connecting
and disconnectingabattery.
RWhen jump-starting, make sure that the battery poles with identical polarity are connected.
RIt is particularly important to observe the described order when connecting and disconnecting
the jumper cables.
RNever connect or disconnectthe battery terminals while the engine is running.
GWARNING
Adischarged battery can freeze at temperatures below freezingpoint.When jump-starting the
vehicle or charging the battery, gases can escape from the battery. There isarisk of an explosion.
Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before charging it or jump-starting.
!Avoid repeated and lengthy startingattempts. Otherwise, the catalytic converter could be
damaged by the non-combusted fuel.
Do not start the vehicle usingarapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged,
the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or fromasecond battery using jumper
cables. Observe the following points:
RThe battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible,
jump-start the vehicle usingasecond battery orajump-starting device.
RYou may only jump-start thevehiclewhen theengineand exhaust system are cold.
RDo notstart theengineifthebattery is frozen.Let thebattery thaw first.
326Jump-starting
Breakdown assistance

Refrigerantinstruction label
Example:refrigerantinstruction label
Warning symbol
Refrigerant filling capacity
$Applicable SAE standards
!PAG oil part number
Type of refrigerant
Warning symbolsindicate:
Rpossible dangers
Rhaving service work carried out at a
qualifiedspecialistworkshop
Filling capacities
All modelsCapacity
Refrigerant590±10g
(20.8±0.4 oz)
PAG oil120 g
(4.2 oz)
Vehicle data
General notes
Please note that for the specified vehicle
data:
Rthe heights specified may vary asaresult
of:
-tires
-load
-condition of the suspension
-optional equipment
Rthe vehicle length specified includes the
front license plate adapter.
Vehicle data379
Technical data
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Dimensions andweights
ModelOpening height
All models (except
AMG vehicles)
69.8 in
(1772 mm)
CLS 63 AMG70.0 in
(1777 mm)
CLS 63 AMG
4MATIC
71.1 in
(1806 mm)
All models (except
AMG vehicles)
Vehicle length195.1in(4956 mm)
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
81.7 in (2075 mm)
Vehicle height55.3 in (1404 mm)
Wheelbase113.1in(2874 mm)
Turning radius37.0 ft (11.27m)
Maximum roof load220lb(100kg)
Maximum trunk
load
220lb(100kg)
All models (AMG
vehicles)
Vehicle length196.7in(4996 mm)
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
81.7 in (2075 mm)
Vehicle height55.4 in (1406 mm)
Wheelbase113.1in(2874 mm)
Turning radius37.1 ft (11.30m)
Maximum roof load220lb(100kg)
Maximum trunk
load
220lb(100kg)
380Vehicle data
Technical data