User manual MERCEDES CLK 430 COUPE MANUAL 2000

[. . . ] CLK Coupé Operator's Manual CLK 430 Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. [. . . ] The indicator lamp will flash slowly and then rapidly after several seconds upon successful training. 159 Operation of remote control: 1. Select and press the appropriate button to activate the remote controlled device. The integrated remote control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed ­ up to 20 seconds. Erasing the remote control memory: 1. Simultaneously holding down the left and right side buttons for approximately 20 seconds, or until the control lamp blinks rapidly, will erase the codes of all three channels. Garage door opener Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 160 Index Driving Control and operation of radio transmitters COMAND, radio, telephone and two-way radio Maintenance Catalytic converter Emission control Tele Aid Steering lock Starting and turning off the engine Automatic transmission Parking brake Driving instructions Drive sensibly ­ save fuel Drinking and driving Pedals Power assistance 162 162 163 164 165 166 172 174 175 184 184 184 185 185 185 Brakes Driving off Parking Tires Snow chains Winter driving instructions Deep water Passenger compartment Travelling abroad Cruise control Brake assist system (BAS) Antilock brake system (ABS) Electronic stability program (ESP) 185 186 187 187 190 190 191 192 192 193 196 198 200 203 205 What you should know at the gas station Check regularly and before a long trip 161 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Control and operation of radio transmitters Control and operation of radio transmitters COMAND, radio and telephone Warning!Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle. Only operate the COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data System), radio or telephone 1 if road and traffic conditions permit. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately 14 m) every second. 1 Observe all legal requirements. Telephones and two-way radio Warning!Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built-in or attached antenna (i. e. without being connected to an external antenna) from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle's electronic system, possibly resulting in an accident and personal injury. Radio transmitters, such as a portable telephone or a citizens band unit should only be used inside the vehicle if they are connected to an antenna that is installed on the outside of the vehicle. Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna. 162 The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satisfied you will be with its performance later on. Therefore, drive your vehicle during the first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) at moderate vehicle and engine speeds. During this period, avoid heavy loads (full throttle driving) and excessive engine speeds. It is not recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear. We recommend that you select positions "3", "2" or "1" only at moderate speeds (for hill driving). After 1 000 miles (1 500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum. Maintenance Approximately 30 days or 2 000 miles ( 2000 km) prior to the next recommended service, the remaining distance or days are displayed in the multifunction indicator. We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Service Booklet at the times called for by the FSS. Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Service Booklet at the designated times/ mileage may result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Check regularly and before a long trip, see page 205. The first 1 000 miles Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 163 Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Catalytic converter Catalytic converter Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet. To prevent damage to the catalytic converters, use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle. [. . . ] 74 Rear window sunshade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Replacing wiper blade insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Reserve key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Roof rack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 S Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Fastening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]