Mercedes-Benz 2002 CLK 430 User manual

CLK-Class Coupé
Operator’s Manual
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CLK 430
CLK 55 AMG
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Our company and staff congratulate you on t e purc ase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furt er, it exemplifies your desire
to own an automobile t at will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents t e efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of
owners ip, and for your safety and t at of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:
•Please read t is manual carefully before putting it aside. T en return it to your ve icle w ere it will be andy for
your reference.
•Please abide by t e recommendations contained in t is manual. T ey are designed to acquaint you wit t e
operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
•Please abide by t e warnings and cautions contained in t is manual. T ey are designed to elp improve t e safety
of t e ve icle operator and occupants.
We extend our best wis es for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
DaimlerC rysler AG
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1Contents
Introduction
Product information .......................... 7
Operator’s manual ............................. 8
W ere to find it ................................ 13
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls ............... 18
Center console ..............................20
Over ead control panel ............... 21
Operation
Ve icle keys ......................................24
Start lock-out ....................................26
General notes on t e
central locking system ...............26
Central locking system ...................27
Radio frequency and
infrared remote control ...............27
Opening and closing
windows and sliding/pop-up
roof from outside .......................... 31
Panic button ................................. 32
Mec anical keys .......................... 32
Doors ................................................. 33
Central locking switc .................... 35
Automatic central locking .......... 36
Emergency unlocking in
case of accident .......................... 36
Trunk ................................................. 37
Trunk lamp ....................................... 39
Trunk lid release switc ................ 40
Trunk lid emergency release .........41
Trunk lid emergency release ........ 42
Antit eft alarm system ................... 43
Tow-away alarm ............................... 44
Power seats, front ............................ 45
Front ead restraints ...................51
Rear ead restraints .................... 52
Backrest ............................................ 54
Multicontour seat ............................ 55
Heated seats ..................................... 56
Seat belts and integrated
restraint system .......................... 58
Seat belts ...........................................58
Seat belt nonusage
warning system ............................ 59
BabySmartTM airbag
deactivation system ....................65
Self-test BabySmartTM wit out
special c ild seat installed ......... 66
Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) ................................66
Emergency tensioning
retractor (ETR) ............................. 67
Airbags ..............................................68
Safety guidelines for t e
seat belt, emergency tensioning
retractor and airbag ..................... 74
Infant and c ild
restraint systems .......................... 76
Adjusting telescoping
steering column .......................... 79
Inside rear view mirror .................. 80
Exterior rear view mirrors ............. 81
Instrument cluster ...........................84
Indicator lamps in t e
instrument cluster ......................86
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Multifunction steering w eel,
multifunction display .................90
Trip and main odometer
and sub menu ..............................94
Audio systems ..................................95
Radio ..............................................95
CD player .......................................96
Cassette player .............................97
Telep one ..........................................98
Telep one book ............................98
Redialing ..................................... 100
Incoming call .............................. 102
Navigation system ..........................103
Trip computer .................................104
Malfunction message
memory ...................................... 106
Individual settings ......................... 108
Setting t e audio volume ...............110
Flexible service system (FSS) .......111
Engine oil level indicator ...............114
Engine oil consumption .................115
Exterior lamp switc ...................... 116
Nig t security illumination .......... 117
Headlamp cleaning system ........... 118
Combination switc ....................... 119
Hazard warning flas er
switc ..........................................121
Automatic climate control ............ 122
Display and controls ................. 124
Basic setting -
automatic mode ......................... 124
Economy ...................................... 125
Special settings .......................... 125
Rear window defroster .............. 126
Air recirculation ........................ 127
Residual engine
eat utilization ........................... 127
Dust filter .................................... 128
Audio and telep one,
operation .................................... 129
Power windows .............................. 147
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 149
Interior lig ting ............................. 151
Rear window suns ade ................. 152
Sun visors ....................................... 152
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........... 153
Interior ............................................ 153
Storage compartments,
armrest and cup older ........... 153
Glove box ..................................... 154
As trays .......................................... 157
Lig ter ............................................. 159
Enlarged cargo area – split folding
rear seat backrest ..................... 160
Loading instructions ..................... 162
Cargo tie down rings ..................... 163
Parcel net in front
passenger footwell .................... 164
Telep one, general ........................ 164
Cellular telep one ......................... 165
Garage door opener ....................... 166
Ski sack ...........................................170
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Driving
Control and operation of
radio transmitters ..................... 176
T e first 1 000 miles
(1 500 km) .................................177
Maintenance ................................... 177
Catalytic converter ........................ 178
Emission control ............................ 179
Tele Aid ........................................... 180
Steering lock ................................... 190
Starting and turning off
t e engine .................................. 192
Automatic transmission ............... 193
Parking brake .................................202
Driving instructions ......................203
Drive sensibly – save fuel .........203
Drinking and driving .................203
Pedals ...........................................203
Power assistance ........................204
Brakes ..........................................204
Driving off ................................... 205
Parking ........................................ 206
Tires ............................................. 206
Snow c ains ............................... 209
Winter driving
instructions ................................ 209
Deep water ...................................210
Passenger compartment ............211
Traveling abroad .........................211
Cruise control .................................212
Brake assist system
(BAS) ...........................................214
Antilock brake system
(ABS) ...........................................216
Electronic stability program
(ESP) ............................................218
W at you s ould know
at t e gas station ...................... 222
C eck regularly and
before a long trip ...................... 224
Instrument cluster display
Malfunction and
indicator lamps in t e
instrument cluster ....................226
On-board diagnostic system
C eck engine malfunction
indicator lamp .............................226
Brake warning lamp ..................227
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS) indicator lamp ..................228
Fuel reserve and fuel cap
placement warning ....................228
Electronic stability program
(ESP) — warning lamp ...............229
BAS/ESP malfunction
indicator lamp .............................229
ABS malfunction
indicator lamp .............................229
Telescoping steering column –
indicator lamp .............................230
Seat belt warning lamp .............230
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4Contents
Malfunction and
indicator lamps in t e
center console ...........................231
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .....231
Malfunction and
warning messages in t e
multifunction display ...............232
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE
(engine control unit) ..................233
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE
(several systems) ........................233
BATTERY/ALTERNATOR ...........234
ABS-SYSTEM ...............................235
BRAKE ASSIST ...........................235
BRAKE LINING WEAR ..............236
BRAKE FLUID .............................236
PARKING BRAKE .......................237
ENGINE FAN ...............................237
COOLANT
(coolant level) .............................238
COOLANT TEMP.
(coolant temperature) ................239
LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................240
LIGHT SENSOR ........................... 241
STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. .......... 241
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 242
ELEC. STABIL. PROGRAM.
(Electronic stability
program) ..................................... 243
REMOVE KEY ............................. 243
WASHER FLUID ......................... 244
TELE AID ..................................... 245
Practical hints
First aid kit ..................................... 248
S elf below rear window .............. 248
Stowing t ings in
t e ve icle ................................. 248
Fuses ............................................... 249
Hood ................................................ 251
C ecking engine oil level ............. 253
Automatic transmission
fluid level ................................... 254
Coolant level ................................... 254
Adding coolant ........................... 255
Winds ield was er / eadlamp
cleaning system ........................ 256
Winds ield and eadlamp
was er fluid mixing ratio .........256
Spare w eel, ve icle tools,
storage compartment ................257
Ve icle jack .....................................258
W eels .............................................259
Tire replacement ........................259
Rotating w eels ..........................260
Spare w eel .................................... 261
C anging w eels ...........................262
Tire inflation pressure ..................267
Battery .............................................268
Jump starting ..................................270
Towing t e ve icle .........................272
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ................... 274
Exterior lamps ................................275
Headlamp assembly ................... 276
Taillamp assemblies ..................278
Adjusting eadlamp aim ...............280
C anging batteries in
t e electronic key .....................283
Sync ronizing remote
control ..........................................285
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Emergency operation of
sliding/pop-up roof ...................286
Manual release for
fuel filler flap .............................287
Replacing wiper
blade insert ................................287
Roof rack .........................................289
Vehicle care
Cleaning and care
of t e ve icle .............................292
Power was er ..............................293
Tar stains .....................................293
Paintwork, painted body
components .................................293
Engine cleaning ..........................294
Ve icle was ing .........................294
Ornamental moldings ................294
Headlamps, taillamps,
turn signal lenses ......................294
Window cleaning ....................... 295
Wiper blade ................................ 295
Lig t alloy w eels ..................... 295
Instrument cluster ..................... 295
Steering w eel and
gear selector lever ..................... 295
Cup older .................................. 296
Seat belts ..................................... 296
Hard plastic trim items ............. 296
Headliner and s elf
below rear window .................... 296
Up olstery .................................. 296
Plastic and rubber parts ........... 296
echnical data
Spare parts service ....................... 298
Warranty coverage ........................ 298
Identification labels ...................... 299
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ........... 300
Tec nical data ................................ 301
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. –
capacities ...................................305
Engine oils ......................................307
Engine oil additives .......................307
Air conditioner refrigerant ...........307
Brake fluid ......................................307
Premium unleaded gasoline ........308
Fuel requirements .........................308
Gasoline additives .........................309
Coolants ...........................................309
Consumer information ...................311
Index
Index ................................................ 313
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7Introduction
Product information
Kindly observe t e following in your own best interest:
We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories
explicitly approved by us for your ve icle model.
We ave tested t ese parts to determine t eir reliability, safety and t eir special
suitability for Mercedes-Benz ve icles.
We are unable to make an assessment for ot er products and t erefore cannot be eld responsible
for t em, even if in individual cases an official approval or aut orization by governmental or ot er
agencies s ould exist. Use of suc parts and accessories could adversely affect t e safety, performance
or reliability of your ve icle. Please do not use t em.
Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available
at your aut orized Mercedes-Benz Center w ere you will receive compre ensive information, also on
permissible tec nical modifications, and w ere proper installation will be performed.
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8Introduction
Operator’s manual
T is Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize
yourself wit t e ve icle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of t e ve icle, we urge you to follow t e instructions and warnings
contained in t is manual. Ignoring t em could result in damage to t e ve icle or personal injury to you or ot ers.
Ve icle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by t e Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Your ve icle may ave some or all of t e equipment described in t is manual. T erefore, you may find explanations
for optional equipment not installed in your ve icle. If you ave any questions about t e operation of any equipment,
your aut orized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate t e proper procedures.
Service and warranty information
T e Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about t e warranties covering your
Mercedes-Benz, including:
•New Car Limited Warranty,
•Emission System Warranty,
•Emission Performance Warranty,
•California, Massac usetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
(California, Massac usetts, and Vermont only),
•State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).
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9Introduction
Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your ve icle or a refund of t e purc ase price or lease
price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its aut orized repair or service facilities fail to fix one ore more substantial
defects or malfunctions in t e ve icle t at are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair
attempts. During t e period of 18 mont s from original delivery of t e ve icle or t e accumulation of 18 000 miles on
t e odometer of t e ve icle, w ic ever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail
buyer or lessee if one or more of t e following occurs: (1) t e same substantial defect or malfunction results in a
condition t at is likely to cause deat or serious bodily injury if t e ve icle is driven, t at defect or malfunction as
been subject to repair two or more times, and you ave directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of t e
need for its repair and ave given us a direct opportunity to perform a repair ourselves, (2) t e same substantial defect
or malfunction of a less serious nature t an category (1) as been subject to repair four or more times and you ave
directly notified us of t e need for its repair and given us t e opportunity to repair ourselves, or (3) t e ve icle is out
of service by reason of repair of t e same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of
more t an 30 calender days. Written notification s ould be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC,
Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.
Maintenance
T e Service Booklet describes all t e necessary maintenance work w ic s ould be performed at regular intervals.
Always ave t e Service Booklet wit you w en you take t e ve icle to your aut orized Mercedes-Benz Center for
service. T e service advisor will record eac service in t e booklet for you.
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Roadside assistance
T e Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained tec nical elp in t e event of a breakdown.
Calls to t e toll-free Roadside Assistance number:
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 ours a day, 365 days a year.
For additional information refer to t e Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program broc ure in your glove box.
Change of address or ownership
If you c ange your address, be sure to send in t e “C ange of Address Notice” found in t e Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or simply call t e Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in t e USA) at 1-800-FOR
MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest t at we can contact you
s ould t e need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature wit t e ve icle to make it available to t e next operator.
If you boug t t is ve icle used, be sure to send in t e “Notice of Purc ase of Used Car” found in t e Service and
Warranty Information Booklet, or call t e Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in t e USA) at
1-800--FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
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Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your ve icle in foreign countries, please be aware t at:
•Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,
•unleaded gasoline for ve icles wit catalytic converters may not be available; t e use of leaded fuels will damage
t e catalysts,
•gasoline may ave a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details,
consult your aut orized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In t e USA: In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
849 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5
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We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding t at we reserve t e rig t to make
c anges in design and equipment. T erefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in t is Operator’s Manual
mig t differ from your ve icle.
Optional equipment is also described in t is manual, including operating instructions w erever necessary. Since t ey
are special-order items, t e descriptions and illustrations erein may vary slig tly from t e actual equipment of your
ve icle.
If t ere are any equipment details t at are not s own or described in t is Operator’s Manual, your aut orized
Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.
T e Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and s ould be kept wit t e ve icle.
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Where to find it
T e Operator’s Manual is divided into eig t sections:
• Instruments and controls: An overview of all t e controls t at can be operated from t e driver’s seat.
•Operation: Information on t e ve icle’s equipment and its operation.
•Driving: Important information on driving.
• Instrument cluster display: Displays and indicator lamps on t e instrument cluster wit brief instructions.
•Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in t e event of an emergency.
• Car care: Instructions on caring for your ve icle.
• echnical data: All t e important tec nical data for your ve icle as well as consumer information suc as fuels,
coolants, lubricants etc. is contained ere.
•Index: Key terms to elp you find a topic quickly.
Ot er documents may also be supplied, depending on your ve icle’s equipment.
Explanation of color used:
Warning notices for t e protection of yourself and
ot ers appear on red background.
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Problems with your vehicle
If you s ould experience a problem wit your ve icle, particularly one t at you believe may affect
its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your aut orized Mercedes-Benz Center to
ave t e problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If t e matter is not andled to your
satisfaction, please discuss t e problem wit t e Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if
necessary contact us at t e following addresses:
In t e USA: Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada: Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
849 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5
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For t e USA only:
T e following text is publis ed as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations,
Part 575 pursuant to t e “National Traffic and Motor Ve icle Safety Act of 1966”.
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe t at your ve icle as a defect w ic could cause a cras or could cause injury or
deat , you s ould immediately inform t e National Hig way Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds t at a safety
defect exists in a group of ve icles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA,
LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may eit er call t e Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 or write
to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Was ington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain ot er
information about motor ve icle safety from t e Hotline.
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17Contents – Instruments and controls
echnical
data
Instruments
and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls ............... 18
Center console ..............................20
Over ead control panel ............... 21
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