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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    Switching to audio CD, audio DVD or MP3 mode
    Insert a CD/DVD. The Rear Seat Entertainment System loads the inserted disc. Select Disc in the menu using the buttons on the remote control and press the button to confirm. The corresp ...

    Important safety notes
    WARNING Always remember that you must concentrate primarily on driving the vehicle. The driver's concentration must always be directed primarily at road traffic. For your own safety and that ...

    Making a call
    Entering a telephone number using the telephone keypad Call up the telephone basic menu. Enter all the digits of the phone number using the telephone keypad. To make a call: press the but ...