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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    Active light function
    The active light function is a system that moves the headlamps according to the steering movements of the front wheels. In this way, relevant areas remain illuminated while driving. This allows ...

    Important safety notes
    WARNING   If you tow the vehicle, you must use a rigid towing bar if: • the engine is not running. • there is a brake system malfunction. • there is a malfunction in the power suppl ...

    Lights
    Display messages about LEDs: This display message will only appear if all LEDs have failed. Display messages Possible causes/consequences and •► Solutions Check Left Corneri ...