If the noseweight used is lower than the min-
imum permissible noseweight, the vehicle/
trailer combination could also become unsta-
ble.
To avoid hazardous situations:
R make sure to check the noseweight before
each journey.
R use a drawbar noseweight as close as pos-
sible to the maximum noseweight.
R do not exceed the maximum permissible
noseweight.
R do not use a noseweight lower than the
minimum permissible trailer drawbar nose-
weight.
When reversing the vehicle towards the
trailer, make sure there is nobody between
the trailer and the vehicle.
Couple and uncouple the trailer carefully. If
you do not couple the trailer to the towing
vehicle correctly, the trailer could become
detached.
Make sure that the following values are not
exceeded:
R the permissible trailer drawbar noseweight
R the permissible trailer load
R the permissible rear axle load of the towing
vehicle
R the maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight of both the towing vehicle and the
trailer
You will find the applicable permissible val-
ues, which must not be exceeded, in the vehi- cle documents.
You will find the values approved by the man-
ufacturer on the vehicle identification plates
and those for the towing vehicle under "Tech- nical data" (Y page 410).
When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling
characteristics will be different in comparison to when driving without a trailer.
The vehicle/trailer combination:
R is heavier
R is restricted in its acceleration and gradi-
ent-climbing capability R
has an increased braking distance
R is affected more by strong crosswinds
R demands more sensitive steering
R has a larger turning circle
This can impair the vehicle's handling char-
acteristics. Adapt your style of driving accord-
ingly. Maintain a safe distance. Drive care-
fully.
When towing a trailer, always adjust your
speed to the current road and weather con-
ditions. Do not exceed the maximum permis- sible speed for your vehicle/trailer combina-
tion. Notes on towing a trailer
General notes i
When towing a trailer, set the tyre pres-
sure on the rear axle of the towing vehicle
for a maximum load; see the tyre pressure
table in the fuel filler flap (Y page 367).
Please note that when towing a trailer, PARK-
TRONIC (Y page 207), Active Parking Assist
(Y page 210) and Blind Spot Assist
(Y page 223) are only available with limita-
tions, or not at all.
i On vehicles without level control, the
height of the ball coupling will alter accord-
ing to the load placed on the vehicle. If nec- essary, use a trailer with a height-adjusta-
ble drawbar.
You will find fitting dimensions and loads
under "Technical data" (Y page 409).
Driving tips i
Observe the notes on ESP ®
trailer stabi-
lisation (Y page 75).
The maximum permissible speed for vehicle/
trailer combinations depends on the type of
trailer. Before beginning the journey, check
the trailer's documents to see what the max- imum permitted speed is. Observe the legally Towing a trailer
233Driving and parking Z
EASY-PACK load-securing kit (CLS
Shooting Brake)
Components and storage The EASY-PACK load-securing kit allows you
to use your luggage compartment for a variety of purposes. The following accessory parts
are located under the luggage compartment
floor:
R telescopic rod (on the underside of the lug-
gage compartment floor)
R bag containing the brackets and luggage
holder (below the luggage compartment
floor or in one of the side stowage nets in
the luggage compartment)
Inserting the brackets into the loading
rail X
Insert bracket :into the centre of loading
rail ?.
X Press release button ;and push
bracket :into the desired position in load-
ing rail ?.
X Let go of release button ;.
X Press locking button =.
Bracket :is locked in loading rail ?.
X If necessary, fold lashing eyelet A
upwards.
Luggage holder !
Only use the luggage holder to secure
loads with a maximum weight of 7 kg and
with dimensions that allow the loads to be safely and securely retained by the luggage
holder. The luggage holder can be used to secure
light loads against the side wall of the luggage
compartment to prevent them from moving
around.
X To install: insert two brackets Ainto the
left or right loading rail (Y page 310).
X Press release button :of the luggage
holder and pull the strap out slightly.
X Insert luggage holder ;into brackets A
and, while doing so, press release button
= and push the luggage holder downwards
until it engages.
X Press release button :of the luggage
holder and pull the strap out in the direction
of the arrow.
X Place the load between the strap and the
luggage compartment side wall.
X Using one hand, press locking button :of
the luggage holder.
X With your other hand, let the strap go slowly
until the load is secured.
X Make sure that locking button ?on brack-
ets Ais pressed.
This keeps brackets Ain place on the
loading rail.
X To remove: press release button =on
respective bracket Aand remove luggage
holder ;by pulling upwards and out. 310
Stowage areasStowing and features
Useful information
i This Owner's Manual describes all mod-
els, series and optional equipment for your
vehicle that were available at the time of
going to press. National variations are pos- sible. Note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all of the functions descri-
bed. This is also the case for systems and
functions relevant to safety.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops: (Y page 26). Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If wheels and tyres of the wrong size are used, the wheel brakes or suspension components
may be damaged. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
Always replace wheels and tyres with those
that fulfil the specifications of the original
part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to fit the
correct:
R designation
R type
When replacing tyres, make sure to fit the
correct:
R designation
R manufacturer
R type G
WARNING
A flat tyre severely impairs the driving, steer-
ing and braking characteristics of the vehicle.
There is a risk of accident.
Tyres without run-flat characteristics:
R do not drive with a flat tyre.
R immediately replace the flat tyre with your
emergency spare wheel or spare wheel, or
consult a qualified specialist workshop. Tyres with run-flat characteristics:
R pay attention to the information and warn-
ing notices on MOExtended tyres (tyres
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 work-
shop and enquire about:
R suitability
R legal stipulations
R factory recommendations
Information on the dimensions and types of
wheels and tyres for your vehicle can be
found under "Wheel/tyre combinations"
(Y page 378)(Y page 380).
Information on air pressure for the tyres on
your vehicle can be found:
R on the tyre pressure label on the fuel filler
flap (Y page 178)
R under "Tyre pressure" (Y page 367)
Modification work on the brake system and
wheels is not permitted. The use of wheel
spacers or brake dust shields is not permit-
ted. This invalidates the general operating
permit for the vehicle.
i Further information on wheels and tyres
can be obtained at any qualified specialist
workshop. Operation
Information on driving
Check the tyre pressures when the vehicle is
heavily laden and, if necessary, adjust.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations,
noises and unusual handling characteristics,
e.g. pulling to one side. This may indicate that the wheels or tyres are damaged. If you sus-
pect that a tyre is defective, reduce your
speed immediately. Stop the vehicle as soon 364
OperationWheels and tyres
Radio type approval for the tyre pres-
sure monitor Country Radio type approval number
Brazil 2770-12-8001
Model: MW2433A
0381-13-8001
Model: GG4
Dubai TRA, Registered NO
ER0092100/12
TRA, Registered NO
ER0099792/12
TRA, Registered NO
ER0076990/11
Dealer-NO: DA0047074/10
Jordan Model: Gen Alpha Wal 2 TPMS
transmitter
Type Approval Number:
TRC/LPD/2012/114
Model: Gen Gamma Gen 4
433.92 Mhz.
Type Approval Number:
TRC/LPD/2012/190
Model: Corax 3 MRXMC34MA4
Type Approval Number:
TRC/LPD/2011/158
Type Number: LPD Morocco MR7319 ANRT 2012/
11/07/2012
MR7672 ANRT 2012/
23/11/2012
MR6706 ANRT 2011
Moldova 1024
Philip-
pines No: ESD-1206394C
No: ESD-1306995C
Serbia И 011 12 Country Radio type approval number
Singa-
pore Compliance with IDA Standard
DA- 103365
South
Africa TA-2012/719
TA-2012/1540
TA-2011/1370
Changing a wheel
Flat tyre
You can find information on what to do in the event of a flat tyre in the "Breakdown assis-
tance" section (Y page 347). Information on
driving with MOExtended tyres in the event of a flat tyre can be found under "Breakdown
assistance" (Y page 347).
Vehicles with an emergency spare wheel: in the event of a flat tyre, the emergency
spare wheel is fitted according to the descrip-
tion under "Fitting a wheel" (Y page 374). Interchanging the wheels
G
WARNING
Interchanging the front and rear wheels may
severely impair the driving characteristics if
the wheels or tyres have different dimensions. The wheel brakes or suspension components may also be damaged. There is a risk of acci-
dent.
Interchange front and rear wheels only if the
wheels and tyres are of the same dimensions.
! On vehicles fitted with a tyre pressure
monitor, electronic components are loca-
ted in the wheel.
Tyre-fitting tools should not be applied in
the area of the valve, as this could damage
the electronic components.
Only have tyres changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Changing a wheel
373Wheels and tyres Z
Interchanging the front and rear wheels of
differing dimensions can render the general
operating permit invalid.
Observe the instructions and safety notes in
the "Fitting a wheel" section (Y page 374).
The wear patterns on the front and rear tyres differ depending on the operating conditions.Interchange the wheels before a clear wear
pattern has formed on the tyres. Front tyres
typically wear more on the shoulders and the
rear tyres in the centre.
On vehicles that have the same size front and rear wheels, you can interchange the wheels
every 5,000 to 10,000 km depending on the
degree of tyre wear. Ensure that the direction
of rotation is maintained.
Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and
the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel
is interchanged. Check the tyre pressure and, if necessary, restart the tyre pressure loss
warning system or the tyre pressure monitor. Direction of rotation
Tyres with a specified direction of rotation
have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk of aquaplaning. You will only gain these ben-
efits if the correct direction of rotation is
observed.
An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre 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
tyres against oil, grease, petrol and diesel. Cleaning the wheels
G
WARNING
The water jet of circular-jet nozzles (dirt grind- ers) can cause damage not visible from the
outside to tyres or chassis components. Com- ponents damaged in this way can unexpect-
edly fail. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners with circu- lar-jet nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have dam-aged tyres or chassis components replaced
immediately. Fitting a wheel
Preparing the vehicle X
Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and
level ground.
X Apply the parking brake.
X Move the front wheels to the straight-
ahead position.
X Shift the transmission to position P.
X Vehicles with AIRMATIC: make sure that
"normal" vehicle level is selected
(Y page 202).
X Switch off the engine.
X Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove
the key from the ignition lock.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the
driver's door.
The on-board electronics now have status
0. This is the same as the key having been
removed.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: remove the
Start/Stop button from the ignition lock
(Y page 159).
X If included in the vehicle equipment,
remove the tyre-change tool kit from the
vehicle (Y page 345).
X Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away.
i Apart from some country-specific var-
iants, vehicles are not equipped with tyre-
changing tools. Some tools for changing a
wheel are specific to the vehicle. For more information on which tools are required to
perform a wheel change on your vehicle,
consult a qualified specialist workshop. 374
Changing a wheelWheels and tyres
Winter tyres
R 19
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S
i5, 6
RA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S i5, 6 FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 ET 37
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 52
FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S
i5
RA: 285/30 R19 98 V XL M+S i4, 5 FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 ET 37
RA: 10.0 J x 19 H2 ET 47
CLS 63 AMG S-MODEL 4MATIC
Summer tyres
R19
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 255/35 ZR19 (96 Y) XL
5
RA: 285/30 ZR19 (98 Y)XL 4, 5 FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 ET 37
RA: 10.0 J x 19 H2 ET 47
Winter tyres
R19
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S
i5, 6
RA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S i5, 6, 7 FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 ET 37
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 52
FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S
i5
RA: 285/30 R19 98 V XL M+S i4, 5 FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 ET 37
RA: 10.0 J x 19 H2 ET 47
Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The wheel/tyre dimensions and the tyre type of the spare wheel/emergency spare wheel
and the wheel to be replaced may differ. Fit-
ting a spare wheel/emergency spare wheel
may severely impair the driving characteris-
tics. There is a risk of accident. To prevent hazardous situations:
R Adapt your driving style accordingly and
drive carefully.
R Never fit more than one spare wheel/emer-
gency spare wheel if the dimensions are
different to those of the wheel being
replaced.
R Only use a spare wheel/emergency spare
wheel briefly if the dimensions are different
to those of the wheel being replaced.
5 Observe notes on "Large wheels" under "General notes" in "Wheel/tyre combinations".
6 CLS Shooting-Brake: maximum permissible speed 220 km/h.
4 The use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
7 Only fine-link snow chains are permitted. 390
Emergency spare wheelWheels and tyres
R
Do not switch off ESP ®
.
R Have the spare wheel/emergency spare
wheel in question replaced at the nearest
qualified specialist workshop. Make sure
that the wheel/tyre dimensions and tyre
type are correct.
When using an emergency spare wheel or
spare wheel of a different size, you must not
exceed the maximum speed of 80 km/h.
Snow chains must not be fitted to emergency spare wheels. General notes
You should regularly check the pressure of all your tyres, including the emergency spare
wheel, particularly prior to long trips, and cor-
rect the pressure as necessary (Y page 367).
The value on the wheel is valid. In addition, the
emergency spare wheel tyre pressure can be found under "Technical data" (Y page 394).
An emergency spare wheel may also be fitted against the direction of rotation. Observe the
time restriction on use as well as the speed
limitation specified on the emergency spare
wheel.
Replace the tyres after six years at the latest,
regardless of wear. This also applies to the
emergency spare wheel.
i If you are driving with the collapsible
emergency spare wheel fitted, the tyre
pressure loss warning system or the tyre
pressure monitor cannot function reliably.
Only restart the tyre pressure loss warning
system/tyre pressure monitor when the
defective wheel has been replaced with a
new wheel.
Vehicles with tyre pressure monitor: after
mounting an emergency spare wheel, the
system may still display the tyre pressure of the removed wheel for a few minutes. The
value displayed for the mounted emer-
gency spare wheel is not the same as the
current tyre pressure of the emergency
spare wheel. Removing the "Minispare" emer-
gency spare wheel/collapsible emer-
gency spare wheel
Opening the stowage well CLS Coupé:
the emergency spare wheel can
be found in the stowage well under the boot
floor.
X Lift the boot floor upwards (Y page 311). Example: CLS Shooting Brake, stowage space
under the luggage compartment floor
CLS Shooting Brake: the emergency spare
wheel can be found in the stowage well under
the luggage compartment floor.
X Swing the luggage compartment floor
upwards (Y page 311).
X Remove stowage compartment :.
Removing the "Minispare" emergency
spare wheel Stowage space (example: CLS Coupé) Emergency spare
wheel
391Wheels an d tyres Z
Vehicle data
General notes
Please note that for the specified vehicle
data:
R the heights specified may vary as a result
of:
- tyres
- load
- condition of the suspension
- optional equipment
R optional equipment reduces the maximum
payload.
R vehicle-specific weight information can be
found on the vehicle identification plate
(Y page 398).
R only for certain countries: you can find vehi-
cle-specific vehicle data in the COC docu-
ments (CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY).
These documents are delivered with your
vehicle. Dimensions and weights (CLS Coupé)
Model
Opening height
: : CLS 500
CLS 500 4MATIC
1787 mm
CLS 63 AMG
CLS 63 AMG S-
MODEL
1772 mm Model
Opening height
: : CLS 63 AMG
4MATIC
CLS 63 AMG S-
MODEL 4MATIC
1792 mm
All other models
1788 mm
Missing values were not available at the time
of going to print. All models (except AMG
vehicles)
Vehicle width including
exterior mirrors
2075 mm
Vehicle width excluding
exterior mirrors
1881 mm
Wheelbase
2874 mm
Maximum roof load
100 kg
Maximum boot load
100 kg
Model (except AMG vehi-
cles) Vehicle
length CLS 500
CLS 500 4MATIC
4956 mm
All other models
4940 mm
Model (except AMG vehi-
cles) Vehicle
height CLS 500
CLS 500 4MATIC
1419 mm
All other models
1416 mm
All models (AMG vehicles)
Vehicle length
4995 mm
Vehicle width including
exterior mirrors
2071 mmVehicle data
407Technical data Z