Catalytic converter emission control – Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 2007 Owners Manual User Manual

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Operation

Driving instructions

Telephones* and two-way radios

Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-
phone or a citizens band unit should only
be used inside the vehicle if they are con-
nected to an antenna that is installed on
the outside of the vehicle.

Refer to the radio transmitter operation in-
structions regarding use of an external
antenna.

Catalytic converter

Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with
monolithic-type catalytic converters, an
important element in conjunction with the
oxygen sensors to achieve substantial con-
trol of the pollutants in the exhaust emis-
sions. Keep your vehicle in proper
operating condition by following our
recommended maintenance instructions
as outlined in your Maintenance Booklet.

Emission control

Certain systems of the engine serve to
keep the toxic components of the exhaust
gases within permissible limits required by
law.

These systems, of course, will function
properly only when maintained strictly ac-
cording to factory specifications. Any ad-
justments to the engine should therefore
be carried out only by qualified
Mercedes-Benz Center authorized techni-
cians.

Warning!

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Never operate radio transmitters equipped

with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e. with-

out being connected to an external antenna)

from inside the vehicle while the engine is

running. Doing so could lead to a malfunc-

tion of the vehicle’s electronic system, pos-

sibly resulting in an accident and/or serious

personal injury.

!

To prevent damage to the catalytic

converters, only use premium unleaded gasoline
in this vehicle.

Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation
should be repaired promptly. Otherwise, exces-
sive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic con-
verter, causing it to overheat and potentially
start a fire.

Warning!

G

As with any vehicle, do not idle, park or op-

erate this vehicle in areas where combusti-

ble materials such as grass, hay, or leaves

can come into contact with the hot exhaust

system, as these materials could be ignited

and cause a vehicle fire.

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