Under the Hood

The CLS500 gets a 302-hp, 5.0-liter V-8 that works with a seven-speed-automatic transmission. The CLS55 AMG has a 469-hp, supercharged 5.5-liter V-8 that's connected to a five-speed-automatic transmission. Both transmissions have manual-shift provisions.

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    Stowage compartments in the front
    Glove box i The glove box can be ventilated •► To open: pull handle 1 and open glove box flap 2. •► To close: fold glove box flap 2 upwards until it engages. The glove box can o ...

    Using the SmartKey
    The SmartKey must be close to the driver's door handle. •► Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle. •► Press and hold the button until the side windows and the ...

    Parking brake
    WARNING Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle's ...