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! As any other battery, the battery may

discharge if you do not operate the vehicle for an extended period of time. Have the battery disconnected at a qualified workshop or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center in such a case. You may also connect an accessory battery charge unit expressly approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to maintain the battery charge. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for further information. The battery, the battery ventilation hose and the lateral plug must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation.

! Switch off the engine and switch off the

vehicle’s internal electrical functions before you disconnect or remove the battery’s terminal clamps. You could otherwise destroy electronic assemblies such as the generator.

Remove SmartKey from starter switch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0) when you turn off the engine and no longer require any electrical consumers. The vehicle

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then uses very little power and the battery is spared. If the battery is discharged, you must use the mechanical key to unlock the vehicle.

Charging the battery G Warning! Never charge a battery while still installed in the vehicle unless the accessory battery charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charging and could cause an explosion that may result in personal injury, paint damage or corrosion. An accessory battery charge unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available. It permits the charging of the battery in its installed position. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information and availability. Charge battery in accordance with the separate instructions for the accessory battery charger. Have the battery charged at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you charge the battery yourself, follow the operating instructions for your charging device. Only use a battery charge unit with a maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V. X Charge battery in accordance with the

instructions of the battery charger manufacturer.

Jump starting

G Warning! Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death.

Jump starting 471

Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting. You might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or clothing. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if necessary. A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. Keep flames or sparks away from battery, avoid improper connection of jumper cables, smoking, etc. Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it exploding, causing personal injury. Read all instructions before proceeding.

! Do not tow-start the vehicle. You could

otherwise seriously damage the automatic transmission which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

! Jump starting should only be performed using the jump-start terminals located in the engine compartment. Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Do not attempt to start the engine using a battery quick-charge unit. If the engine does not run after several unsuccessful starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeated failed starting attempts may damage the catalytic converter and may present a fire risk. Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal part while the other end is still attached to a battery.

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If the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the fully charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack. Observe the following: RAccess to the battery is not possible on all vehicles. If you cannot access the battery of the other vehicle, provide jump start power by an external battery or starter pack.

RJump starting should only be performed when the engine and catalytic converter are cold.

RDo not jump start the engine or charge the

battery if the battery is frozen. Let the battery thaw out first.

ROnly jump start from batteries with the

same voltage rating (12 V). Jump starting with a more powerful battery could damage the vehicle’s electrical system. Such

damage will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

ROnly use jumper cables with sufficient

cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.

RAlways make sure the jumper cables are not on or near pulleys, fans or other parts that move when an engine is started or running.

RShould the battery be drained completely, let the donating power source charge the vehicle for several minutes before reattempting the starting process.

X Make sure the two vehicles do not touch. X Switch off all electrical consumers. X Engage the electronic parking brake. X Make sure the automatic transmission is in

park position P.

X Open the hood (Y page 368).

Position A represents the charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack. ! Never invert the terminal connections!

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X Connect positive terminal : of charged

battery A with positive terminal ; with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to positive terminal : of charged battery A first. X Start engine of the vehicle with charged

battery A and run at idle speed.

X Connect negative terminal = of charged battery A with negative terminal ? with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to negative terminal = of charged battery A first.

X Start engine of the vehicle with the

discharged battery and run at idle speed. You can now turn on the electrical consumers. Do not switch on the headlamps under any circumstances.

X Remove the jumper cables from negative

terminals = and ? first.

X Remove the jumper cables from positive

terminals : and ;. You can now switch on the headlamps. X Have the battery checked at the nearest

authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Towing the vehicle Safety notes G Warning! The vehicle is braked when the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. Therefore, deactivate the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS if the vehicle is to be towed. Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing. ! To prevent damage during transport, do

not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts.

If circumstances do not permit the recommended towing methods, the vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground

or front axle raised (except vehicles with 4MATIC) only so far as necessary to have the vehicle moved to a safe location where the recommended towing methods can be employed. ! Before towing the vehicle observe the

following instructions: RDo not tow-start the vehicle. You could

otherwise seriously damage the automatic transmission which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

RDo not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports.

RTowing of the vehicle should only be

done using the properly installed towing eye bolt. Never attach a tow cable, tow rope or tow rod to the vehicle chassis, frame or suspension parts.

G Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.

! Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly or

diagonally, since it could result in damage to the chassis alignment.

! Do not use the towing eye bolt for

recovery, as this could damage the vehicle. If in doubt, recover the vehicle with a crane.

i If the battery is disconnected or

discharged Rthe SmartKey will not turn in the starter

switch

Rthe automatic transmission will remain in

park position P

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474 Towing the vehicle

For more information see “Battery” (Y page 469) or “Jump starting” (Y page 471).

Installing towing eye bolt Depending on whether you are towing a vehicle or you are being towed, the towing eye bolt can be screwed into threaded holes which are located behind covers on each bumper. The towing eye bolt is supplied with the vehicle tool kit, located underneath the trunk floor (Y page 412). X Take the vehicle tool kit out of the trunk.

X Press mark on cover : as indicated by the

arrow.

X Lift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole

for the towing eye bolt.

Removing cover in front bumper

Fixing towing eye bolt

X Press mark on cover : as indicated by the

arrow.

X Lift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole

for the towing eye bolt.

Removing cover in rear bumper G Warning! In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury, use extreme caution when removing the rear cover, because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot.

Example illustration front bumper X Take the towing eye bolt and, if so

equipped, the wheel wrench from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 412).

X Screw towing eye bolt ; clockwise into

threaded hole to its stop.

X Insert wheel wrench into towing eye and tighten towing eye bolt ; by turning it clockwise.

or X If your vehicle is not equipped with a wheel

wrench, use a suitable object to turn the towing eye bolt.

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Removing towing eye bolt X Loosen towing eye bolt ; by turning it

counterclockwise.

X Unscrew towing eye bolt ;. X Reinstalling cover: Fit cover :

(Y page 474) and snap it into place.

X Store the towing eye bolt ; and wheel

wrench back into the vehicle tool kit.

Towing with all wheels on the ground G Warning! If circumstances require towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, always tow with a tow bar if: Rthe engine will not run Rthere is a malfunction in the brake system Rthere is a malfunction in the power supply

or in the vehicle’s electrical system

This is necessary to adequately control the towed vehicle. Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, make sure the SmartKey is in starter switch position 2. G Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.

X Make sure the ignition is switched on. X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the

brake pedal and keep it pressed.

X Shift the automatic transmission into

neutral position N.

X Release the brake pedal.

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X If engaged, release the electronic parking

brake.

X Switch on the hazard warning flasher

(Y page 278).

! Keep in mind that it is important to have

the ignition switched on. Removing the SmartKey from the starter switch or opening a front door with the ignition switched off will automatically shift the automatic transmission into park position P.

! The vehicle may be towed only for

distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).

i While being towed with the hazard

warning flasher in use, use the combination switch in the usual manner to signal turns. Only the selected turn signal will operate. Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warning flasher will operate again.

Towing with front axle raised ! The vehicle may be towed only for

distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).

! Vehicles with 4MATIC: Do not tow with

one axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground.

X Switch off the automatic central locking

X Switch on the hazard warning flasher

(Y page 193).

(Y page 278).

X Make sure the automatic transmission remains in neutral position N. Observe instructions, see “Remaining in neutral position N” (Y page 292).

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! Vehicles without 4MATIC:

Because the ESC operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when the vehicle is being towed with one axle raised. Active braking action through the ESC may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

! Keep in mind that it is important for the SmartKey to be left in starter switch with the ignition switched off. As soon as the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch the automatic transmission will shift to park position P.

Fuses Introduction The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits. If a fuse is blown, the components and systems secured by that fuse will stop operating. G Warning! Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question and do not attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse. Using other than approved fuses or using repaired or bridged fuses may cause an overload leading to a fire, and/or cause damage to electrical components and/or systems. Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

! Switch off the vehicle’s internal electrical

functions when you are working on the fuses.

A blown fuse must be replaced by an appropriate spare fuse (recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of

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the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. i In case of a blown fuse contact Roadside

Assistance or an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center.

If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have the cause determined and rectified by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The fuse chart is located in the trunk with the vehicle tool kit (Y page 412). The fuse chart explains the fuse allocation and fuse amperages.

Before replacing fuses X Engage the electronic parking brake. X Make sure the automatic transmission is in

park position P. The transmission position indicator in the multifunction display should be on P. X Switch off all electrical consumers. X Turn off the engine.

Fuse box in passenger compartment ! Do not use sharp objects such as a

screwdriver to open the fuse box cover in the dashboard. You could damage the fuse box cover or the dashboard.

Fuse box on driver’s side

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Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse boxes are located in the engine compartment on the driver’s and passenger side. X Open the hood.

Fuse box on passenger side X Open the respective door. X Using your hands, pull cover : in direction

of arrow and remove it.

X Closing: Hook fuse box cover : into the

opening at the front.

! The fuse box cover must be properly

positioned as described. Otherwise, moisture or dirt could enter the fuse box and possibly impair fuse operation.

Fuse box in the rear passenger compartment

X Opening: Swing down center armrest. X Open cover behind center armrest. X Pull cover : forward in direction of arrow. X Closing: Press cover : backward and

engage.

! Make sure the seal in the cover is not

damaged during opening or closing.

Fuse box on driver’s side X CL 63 AMG: Remove the control box above

the fuse box.

X Removing cover: Take the crank from the

Operator’s Manual pouch.

X Loosen screws : with crank. X Remove bracket =. X Remove fuse box cover ;. X Installing cover: Attach fuse box

cover ;.

X Attach bracket =. X Tighten screws : with crank. ! The fuse box cover must be properly

positioned as described. Otherwise, moisture or dirt could enter the fuse box and possibly impair fuse operation.

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Example illustration fuse box on passenger side X Removing cover: Press retaining lugs :. X Remove fuse box cover ;. X Installing cover: Attach fuse box

cover ;.

X Press fuse box cover ; down. ! The fuse box cover must be properly

positioned as described. Otherwise, moisture or dirt could enter the fuse box and possibly impair fuse operation.

X Close the hood after checking or replacing

fuses.

Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described (Y page 290), you may use the following emergency procedure. X Take the fuse chart from the vehicle tool kit

(Y page 412).

X Find row “Emergency engine shutdown” in

the fuse chart table to identify the fuses that have to be removed as well as their locations.

X Remove the respective fuses.

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Vehicle equipment ............................ 480
Parts service ..................................... 480
Warranty coverage ........................... 480
Identification labels .......................... 480
Vehicle specification CL 550
4MATIC (216.386) ............................. 483
Vehicle specification CL 600
(216.376) ........................................... 483
Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG (216.377) ........................................... 484
Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG (216.379) ........................................... 485
Rims and tires ................................... 486
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ...... 490

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Identification labels

RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty REmission System Warranty REmission Performance Warranty RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine,

Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty

RState Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon

Laws)

Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you.

Identification labels

Vehicle equipment

i This Operator’s Manual describes all

features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual.

Parts service

All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts required for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 different parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically developed, manufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Therefore, Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts should be installed. ! Do not use non-genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz. Doing so could damage the vehicle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Also, it could compromise the vehicle’s durability or safety.

Warranty coverage

Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties:

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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found Ron certification label : on the driver’s door

B-pillar

Rembossed underneath a cover behind the

rear center armrest (Y page 481)

Ron the lower edge of the windshield

(Y page 481)

Example certification label (U.S. vehicles) ; VIN = Paintwork code

Example certification label (Canada vehicles) ; VIN = Paintwork code

i Data shown on certification label are for illustration purposes only. These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle.

Rear center armrest X Fold down the rear center armrest. The VIN is embossed underneath a cover behind the rear center armrest. X Open the cover.

VIN ? is now visible.

All models except AMG vehicles A Engine number (engraved on engine) B VIN (on lower edge of windshield) C Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards

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Identification labels

i When ordering parts, please specify

vehicle identification and engine number.

AMG vehicles A Engine number (engraved on engine) B VIN (on lower edge of windshield) C Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards

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Vehicle specification CL 550 4MATIC (216.386)

The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

Engine CL 550 4MATIC 273

Engine, type Mode of operation

No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 134936
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349

4-stroke engine, gasoline injection

3.86 in (98.00 mm) 3.56 in (90.50 mm)

333.3 cu in (5 461 cm3)

10.7:1

382 hp/6 000 rpm (285 kW/6 000 rpm)

391 lb-ft/

2 800 - 4 800 rpm

(530 Nm/

2 800 - 4 800 rpm)

Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt

6 500 rpm

1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

2 404 mm

Electrical system CL 550 4MATIC 14 V/180 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/95 Ah

Alternator Starter motor Battery

Electrical system CL 550 4MATIC NGK PLKR 7A

Spark plugs, type

Spark plugs, electrode gap Spark plugs, tightening torque

Bosch Y 7 MPP33
0.031 in (0.8 mm)

15 - 18 lb-ft (20 - 25 Nm)

Main dimensions CL 550 4MATIC

Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width37
Overall vehicle height Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear Turning circle

199.7 in (5 071 mm)

84.2 in (2 139 mm)

55.8 in (1 418 mm)

116.3 in (2 955 mm) 63.0 in (1 601 mm) 63.3 in (1 607 mm) 38.1 ft (11.6 m)

Weights CL 550 4MATIC

Trunk load

max. 220 lb (100 kg)

Vehicle specification CL 600 (216.376)

The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

36 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. 37 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.

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484 Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG (216.377)

Engine CL 600

Main dimensions CL 600

Engine, type Mode of operation

No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 134938
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349

275

4-stroke engine, gasoline injection

12

3.23 in (82.00 mm) 3.43 in (87.00 mm)

336.4 cu in (5 513 cm3)

9.0:1

510 hp/5 000 rpm (380 kW/5 000 rpm)

612 lb-ft/

1 800 - 3 500 rpm

(830 Nm/

1 800 - 3 500 rpm)

Maximum engine speed Firing order

Poly-V-belt

5 950 rpm

1-12-5-8-3-10- 6-7-2-11-4-9
2 370 mm

Electrical system CL 600

Alternator Starter motor Battery Spark plugs, type Spark plugs, electrode gap Spark plugs, tightening torque

14 V/220 A 12 V/2.0 kW 12 V/95 Ah NGK IFR 6Q-G

0.028 in (0.7 mm)

15 - 22 lb-ft (20 - 30 Nm)

Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width39
Overall vehicle height Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear Turning circle

199.7 in (5 071 mm)

84.2 in (2 139 mm)

55.9 in (1 419 mm)

116.3 in (2 955 mm) 63.0 in (1 601 mm) 63.3 in (1 607 mm) 38.1 ft (11.6 m)

Weights CL 600

Trunk load

max. 220 lb (100 kg)

Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG (216.377)

The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

Engine CL 63 AMG

Engine, type Mode of operation

No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement

156

4-stroke engine, gasoline injection

4.02 in (102.20 mm) 3.72 in (94.60 mm)

378.8 cu in (6 208 cm3)

38 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. 39 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.

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Engine CL 63 AMG

Main dimensions CL 63 AMG

Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 134940
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349
Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt

11.3:1

518 hp/6 800 rpm (386 kW/6 800 rpm) 465 lb-ft/5 200 rpm (630 Nm/5 200 rpm)

7 200 rpm

Track, front Track, rear Turning circle

63.0 in (1 601 mm) 63.3 in (1 607 mm) 38.1 ft (11.6 m)

Weights CL 63 AMG

Trunk load

max. 220 lb (100 kg)

1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

2 360 mm

Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG (216.379)

Electrical system CL 63 AMG 14 V/220 A 12 V/2.1 kW 12 V/95 Ah

Alternator Starter motor Battery Spark plugs, type Spark plugs, electrode gap Spark plugs, tightening torque

NGK ILZKAR 7A10
0.039 in (1.0 mm)

18 - 22 lb-ft (25 - 30 Nm)

Main dimensions CL 63 AMG

Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width41
Overall vehicle height

Wheelbase

200.4 in (5 090 mm)

84.2 in (2 139 mm)

56.1 in (1 426 mm)42
56.2 in (1 428 mm)43
116.3 in (2 955 mm)

The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

Engine CL 65 AMG

Engine, type Mode of operation

No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 134944

275

4-stroke engine, gasoline injection

12

3.25 in (82.60 mm) 3.66 in (93.00 mm)

364.9 cu in (5 980 cm3)

9.0:1

603 hp/

4 800 - 5 100 rpm

(450 kW/

4 800 - 5 100 rpm)

40 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. 41 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out. 42 Vehicles with 19 in rims. 43 Vehicles with 20 in rims. 44 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.

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Engine CL 65 AMG

Weights CL 65 AMG

Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349

738 lb-ft/

2 000 - 4 000 rpm

(1 000 Nm/

2 000 - 4 000 rpm)

Maximum engine speed Firing order

Poly-V-belt

5 950 rpm

1-12-5-8-3-10- 6-7-2-11-4-9
2 370 mm

Electrical system CL 65 AMG 14 V/220 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/95 Ah NGK IFR 6Q-G

Alternator Starter motor Battery Spark plugs, type Spark plugs, electrode gap Spark plugs, tightening torque

0.028 in (0.7 mm)

15 - 22 lb-ft (20 - 30 Nm)

Main dimensions CL 65 AMG

Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width45
Overall vehicle height

Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear Turning circle

200.4 in (5 090 mm)

84.2 in (2 139 mm)

56.1 in (1 426 mm)46
56.2 in (1 428 mm)47
116.3 in (2 955 mm) 63.0 in (1 601 mm) 63.3 in (1 607 mm) 38.1 ft (11.6 m)

45 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out. 46 Vehicles with 19 in rims. 47 Vehicles with 20 in rims.

Trunk load

max. 220 lb (100 kg)

Rims and tires Notes ! Only use tires which have been tested and

approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best possible performance in conjunction with the driving safety systems on your vehicle such as the ABS or the ESC. Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz can be identified by finding the following on the tire’s sidewall: RMO = Mercedes-Benz Original

equipment tires

Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

! Using tires other than those approved by

Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental effects, such as Rpoor handling characteristics Rincreased noise Rincreased fuel consumption Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz may, under load, exhibit dimensional variations and different tire deformation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts. Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result.

i Further information on tires and rims is

available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The Tire and Loading Information

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placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures for cold tires is located on the driver’s door B-pillar. Supplemental tire inflation pressure information for driving at high speeds or for vehicle loads less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition can be found on the tire inflation pressure label. The tire inflation pressure label is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The tire inflation pressure should be checked regularly and should only be adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire manufacturer’s maintenance recommendation included with the vehicle.

For information on recommended tire inflation pressure and supplemental tire inflation pressure information for special driving situations, see (Y page 374). i Please keep in mind that the vehicle must

be equipped Rwith wheels of identical dimensions on

each axle (left and right)

Rwith tires of identical characteristics all around, i.e. summer tires, winter tires, or all-season tires etc.

i The following pages also list the approved rim and tire sizes for equipping your vehicle with winter tires. Winter tires are not available as standard or optional factory equipment, but can be purchased from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Equipping your vehicle with winter tires approved for your vehicle model may require the purchase of rims of the recommended size for use with these winter tires. This depends on vehicle model and the standard or optional factory- equipped wheel rim/tire configuration on your vehicle. For more information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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18" wheels Rims (light alloy)

CL 550 4MATIC 8.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)

Wheel offset All-season tires48,49,50 255/45 R18 99H M+S Winter tires48,49,51

255/45 R18 99V M+Si

18" wheels Rims (light alloy)

Wheel offset Winter tires48,49,51

19" wheels Rims (light alloy)

Wheel offset All-season tires48,52

19" wheels AMG rims (light alloy)

Wheel offset All-season tires48

CL 550 4MATIC (Sport Package) CL 550 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package) CL 600
CL 600 (Sport Package) 8.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 255/45 R18 99V M+Si

CL 550 4MATIC 8.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S

CL 550 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package) 8.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S

19" wheels AMG rims (light alloy)

Wheel offset Winter tires48,49,51

CL 63 AMG CL 63 AMG (Performance Package) CL 65 AMG 8.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+Si

48 Radial-ply tires. 49 For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 50 USA only. 51 Not available as factory equipment. 52 Must not be used with snow chains.

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Mixed size tires

18" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy)

Rear axle

Wheel offset All-season tires54
Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires54,55

19" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy)

Wheel offset All-season tires54

Rear axle

Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires54,55

20" wheels Front axle AMG rims (light alloy)

Wheel offset Summer tires54

Rear axle AMG rims (light alloy)

Wheel offset Summer tires54,55

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CL 60053
8.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 255/45 R18 99H M+S 9.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 275/45 R18 103H M+S

CL 600
8.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S 9.5 J x 19 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 275/40 R19 101V M+S

CL 63 AMG CL 63 AMG (Performance Package) CL 65 AMG 8.5 J x 20 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 255/35 ZR20 XL (Extra Load) 9.5 J x 20 H2
1.69 in (43 mm) 275/35 ZR20 XL (Extra Load)

53 USA only. 54 Radial-ply tires. 55 Must not be used with snow chains.

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Spare wheel

! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation

pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim.

i Please note that the tire inflation pressure of the spare wheel differs from the tire inflation

pressure of the road tires.

Rim Wheel offset Minispare tire56
Recommended tire inflation pressure

All models 4.5 B x 19 H2
1.38 in (35 mm) T 155/70 R19 113M 61 psi (4.2 bar)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. For information on tested and approved products, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). G Warning! Comply with all valid regulations with respect to handling, storing, and disposing of service

fluids. Otherwise you could endanger persons or the environment. Keep service fluids out of the reach of children. For health reasons, you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing. If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

Engine with oil filter

Model

Capacity

CL 550 4MATIC CL 600
CL 65 AMG CL 63 AMG57

9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 9.5 US qt (9.0 l)

9.9 US qt (9.35 l)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Approved engine oils

56 Must not be used with snow chains. 57 Engine with oil cooler.

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Automatic transmission

Rear axle

Model

Capacity

CL 550 4MATIC CL 600
CL 63 AMG58
CL 65 AMG CL 550 4MATIC CL 600
CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG CL 600
CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG

10.6 US qt (10.0 l) 7.9 US qt (7.5 l) 9.25 US qt (8.75 l) 9.2 US qt (8.7 l) 1.9 US qt (1.8 l) 1.7 US qt (1.6 l) 1.3 US qt (1.2 l) 1.7 US qt (1.6 l) 4.2 US qt (4.0 l)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. MB Automatic Transmission Fluid

Hypoid gear oil (SAE 85W-90)

Fuchs Titan EG 5010 D

MB ABC Fluid

Hydraulic system for active body control (ABC) Power steering CL 550 4MATIC

CL 63 AMG CL 600
CL 65 AMG All models

Brake system

Cooling system CL 550 4MATIC

Low temperature cooling system Fuel tank Fuel tank reserve

CL 600
CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG CL 600

All models CL 550 4MATIC CL 600
CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG

58 Automatic transmission with oil cooler.

approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l)

approx. 1.3 US qt (1.2 l)

MB Power Steering Fluid (Chevron Texaco PSF 9109)

0.63 US qt (0.6 l)

MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) approx. 12.7 US qt (12.0 l) MB 325.0
approx. 15.9 US qt (15.0 l) approx. 11.3 US qt (10.7 l) approx. 14.7 US qt (13.9 l) approx. 2.8 US qt (2.6 l)

Anticorrosion/ Antifreeze

23.8 US gal (90.0 l) approx. 2.9 US gal (11.0 l)

approx. 3.7 US gal (14.0 l)

Premium unleaded gasoline (Minimum Posted Octane 91
[Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON])

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Model

Capacity

All models

—

All models

6.9 US qt (6.5 l)

Air conditioning system

Washer system and headlamp cleaning system

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. R134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil (never R 12) MB Windshield Washer Concentrate59
(Y page 496) Washer fluid mixing ratio (Y page 496)

Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number. Model

Engine, type 273
275
156
275

MB sheet number 229.5
229.5
229.560
229.5

CL 550 4MATIC CL 600
CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG

i MB sheet numbers are printed on the

outside of oil containers.

Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with the Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). ! Using engine oils and oil filters of a

specification other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Please follow Maintenance System recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Mercedes-Benz recommends MOBIL OIL.

59 Mixed with water or commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze. 60 Restriction: Only SAE 0W-40/SAE 5W-40 engine oils may be used.

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Viscosity grades for engine oils Using the chart below, select oil viscosity according to the lowest air temperature expected before the next oil change.

Engine oil additives ! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes- Benz Limited Warranty.

Air conditioning refrigerant R134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil are used in the air conditioning system. ! Never use R 12 (CFC) or mineral-based lubricating oil. Otherwise damage to the system will occur.

Brake fluid G Warning! During vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere. Under extremely strenuous operating conditions, this moisture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system, thus reducing the system’s efficiency.

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Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any authorized Mercedes- Benz Center will provide you with additional information.

Premium unleaded gasoline G Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious personal injury. Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing contact. Extinguish all smoking materials. Direct skin contact with fuels and the inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging your health.

! To maintain the engine’s durability and performance, premium unleaded gasoline must be used. If premium unleaded gasoline is not available and low octane gasoline is used, follow these precautions: RHave the fuel tank only partially filled

with unleaded regular gasoline and fill up with premium unleaded gasoline as soon as possible.

RAvoid full throttle driving and abrupt

acceleration.

RDo not exceed an engine speed of

3 000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two persons and no luggage.

RDo not exceed 2/3 of maximum

accelerator pedal position if the vehicle

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is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain.

Fuel requirements Only use premium unleaded gasoline. The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91 min. It is an average of both the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor Octane Number (MON): (RON+MON)/2. This is also known as the ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. Reformulated gasolines (RFG) and/or unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, TAME, ETBE, IPA, IBA, and TBA can be used provided the ratio of any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10%; MTBE must not exceed 15%. The ratio of methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents. Using mixtures of ethanol and methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be used. These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling range, vapor pressure, etc.

Gasoline additives A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build-up caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build-up of carbon deposits. After an extended period of using fuels without such additives carbon deposits can