Mercedes-Benz CLS 2012 User Manual

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Mercedes-Benz CLS 2012 Specifications

General

Brand	Mercedes-Benz
Model	CLS 2012
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Protection of the environment

General information on Daimler's environmental policy and how to protect the environment.

Qualified specialist workshop

Information on the skills and qualifications required for necessary vehicle work, especially safety-related.

At a glance

Cockpit

Overview of the vehicle's cockpit with numbered functions and their corresponding page numbers.

Instrument cluster

Detailed explanation of the displays within the instrument cluster, including speedometers and gauges.

Centre console

Identification of controls and functions located on the vehicle's centre console, both upper and lower sections.

Safety

Occupant safety

Important safety notes regarding restraint systems, airbags, and proper seating positions for occupant protection.

Driving safety systems

Overview and important safety notes for systems like ABS, ESP, BAS, and adaptive brake lamps.

Anti-theft systems

Information on the immobiliser and the Anti-Theft Alarm (ATA) system, including activation and deactivation.

Driving and parking

Driving

General notes on driving, running-in periods, and important safety instructions for driving and braking.

Automatic transmission

Details on transmission positions, drive programs, and shifting gears for automatic transmission.

Driving systems

Information on systems like Cruise control, SPEEDTRONIC, DISTRONIC PLUS, and PARKTRONIC.

On-board computer and displays

Displays and operation

Explanation of the instrument cluster displays and how to operate the on-board computer.

Menus and submenus

Guide to navigating through the various menus and submenus of the on-board computer system.

Display messages

List and explanation of various display messages, their possible causes, and recommended solutions.

Maintenance and care

Engine compartment

Instructions for opening the bonnet and checks related to the engine compartment.

Service

Information on the ASSYST PLUS service interval display and service messages.

Care

Guidelines for cleaning the vehicle's interior, exterior, wheels, and other parts for proper maintenance.

Breakdown assistance

Where will I find...?

Locations of important items for breakdown assistance such as the warning triangle and first-aid kit.

Flat tyre

Instructions for dealing with a flat tyre, including preparing the vehicle and using the TIREFIT kit or spare wheel.

Jump-starting

Detailed instructions and safety precautions for jump-starting the vehicle using another battery.

Towing and tow-starting

Guidelines and safety notes for towing the vehicle or performing a tow-start.

Wheels and tyres

Operation

Information on driving with wheels and tyres, including checking tyre pressures and handling characteristics.

Tyre pressure

Specifications, checking procedures, and warning messages related to tyre pressure monitoring systems.

Changing a wheel

Step-by-step instructions for safely changing a wheel, including securing the vehicle and fitting a new wheel.

Technical data

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts

Recommendations for using approved parts and accessories to maintain vehicle safety and performance.

Vehicle data

Specifications for vehicle dimensions, weights, and capacities, including trailer loads.

Service products and capacities

Information on approved engine oils, brake fluid, coolant, and fuel grades suitable for the vehicle.