Mercedes-Benz 2004 CLK 55 AMG Automobile User Manual


 
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Getting started
Adjusting
Steering wheel adjustment
The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is
located on the steering column (lower left).
1 Adjusting steering column, in or out
2 Adjusting steering column, up or down
̈ Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch
to position 1or 2 (
page 31).
or
̈ Press the KEYLESS GO* start/stop
button once or twice (
page 33).
or
̈ Open the driver’s door.
Adjusting steering column in or out
̈ Move stalk forward or back in the direc-
tion of arrow 1 until a comfortable
steering wheel position is reached with
your arms slightly bent at the elbow.
Adjusting steering column up or down
̈ Move stalk up or down in the direction
of arrow 2.
Make sure your legs can move freely
and all the displays (incl. malfunction
and indicator lamps) on the instrument
cluster are clearly visible.
Mirrors
Adjust the interior and exterior rear view
mirrors before driving so that you have a
good view of the road and traffic condi-
tions.
Interior rear view mirror
̈ Manually adjust the interior rear view
mirror.
For more information, see “Rear view mir-
ror” (
page 168)
i
The memory function (page 116) lets
you store the setting for the steering
wheel together with the setting for the
seat position and exterior rear view
mirrors.
Warning! G
In the case of an accident, liquid electrolyte
may escape the mirror housing if the mirror
glass breaks.
Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not al-
low the liquid to come into contact with
eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system.
In case it does, immediately flush affected
area with water, and seek medical help if
necessary.