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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    Adjusting the head restraints manually
    The head restraints must only be removed at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. ► If the head restraint is f ...

    Decoupling a trailer
    WARNING   While you are coupling or decoupling a trailer, make sure nobody locks or unlocks the vehicle and/or opens or closes doors or the tailgate. The vehicle's level could change an ...

    Problems with the transmission
    Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The transmission has problems shifting gear. The transmission is losing oil. Have the transmission checked at a qualif ...