Mercedes-Benz 2002 C 230 Kompressor Operator's Manual

Operator’s ManualC-Class Sedan

ContentsTechnical data... 373Parts service ... 374Warranty coverage...

98Controls in detailSeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see “Adjusting” (컄 page 35).Easy-entry/exit feature*This feature allows for easier entry

99Controls in detailSeatsWhen entering the vehicle, with the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel or, depending on your selection, th

100Controls in detailSeatsFront seat head restraints, manual seat1 Release buttonRemoving front seat head restraints왘 Pull head restraint to its highe

101Controls in detailSeatsInstalling front seat head restraints왘 Press switch 1 upwards and hold for about five seconds.왘 Push head restraint down unt

102Controls in detailSeatsFolding head restraints back with release buttonThe rear seat head restraints can be folded backward for increased visibilit

103Controls in detailSeatsHead restraint tilt (rear outer seats)Two different head restraint angle positions are available:왘 Press the release button

104Controls in detailSeatsMulticontour seats*This multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to

105Controls in detailSeatsSeat heating*The switches for the front seats are located in the center console.1 Seat heating switch2 Indicator lampsThe re

106Controls in detailMemory function*You can store up to three different settings for each SmartKey.The following settings are stored when using the b

107Controls in detailMemory function*The memory button and memory position switch are located on the door.1 Memory button2 Memory position switch왘 Swi

9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz pa

108Controls in detailMemory function*Storing exterior rear view mirror parking positionFor easier parking, you can adjust the passenger-side exterior

109Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 pag

110Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch

111Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam head

112Controls in detailLightingLocator lighting and night security illuminationThe locator lighting and the night security illumination are described in

113Controls in detailLightingRear fog lamp (driver’s side only)왘 Switch on the front fog lamps (컄 page 112).왘 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to sec

114Controls in detailLightingHazard warning flasherThe hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the

115Controls in detailLightingInterior lightingThe controls are located in the overhead control panel.1 Rear interior lights2 Right front reading lamp3

116Controls in detailLightingSwitching rear interior lights on and off왘 Press button V.The lights in the rear passenger compartment come on.왘 Press bu

117Controls in detailInstrument cluster왔 Instrument clusterFor a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “At a glance” (컄 page 24).1 Res

10IntroductionOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yo

118Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature gaugeThe coolant temperature gauge is on the left side in the instrument cluster (컄 page 24

119Controls in detailInstrument clusterTrip odometer왘 Make sure you are viewing the trip odometer and main odometer in the multifunction display (컄 pa

120Controls in detailInstrument clusterThe outside temperature is indicated in the multifunction display (컄 page 121). For information on how to selec

121Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

122Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

123Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being arranged in a circular pattern.앫

124Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table on the next page provides an overview o

125Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7Standard display AUDIO NAV* Vehicle st

126Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuIn the standard display, the main odometer and the trip odometer are shown in the multifunctio

127Controls in detailControl systemDisplay digital speedometer or outside temperature왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the digital speedometer ap

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

128Controls in detailControl systemSelect radio station왘 Turn on the radio (컄 page 186). Vehicles with COMAND*: Refer to separate operating instructio

129Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired channel is found.Operate the CD player*왘 Turn on the radio and s

130Controls in detailControl systemNAV* menuTheNAV menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system.왘 Press button è or ÿ repeated

131Controls in detailControl systemNo vehicle status messagesIf no conditions are recorded in memory, the message in the multifunction display is: No

132Controls in detailControl systemSettings menuIn the Settings menu there are two functions:앫 The function Reset to factory settings, with which you

133Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button k or j.The collection of the submenus appears in the multifunction disp

134Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making indivi

135Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr.Cl. submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr.Cl. submenu to change t

136Controls in detailControl systemSelecting language왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr.Cl. submenu.왘 Press button j or k rep

137Controls in detailControl systemTime/Date submenuAccess the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the instru

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular in

138Controls in detailControl systemThe selection marker is on the hour setting.왘 Press button æ or ç to set the hour.왘 Press the reset button in the i

139Controls in detailControl systemSelecting time display mode왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu.왘 Press button j

140Controls in detailControl systemThe selection marker is on the month setting.왘 Press button æ or ç to set the month.Setting the date (day)This func

141Controls in detailControl systemSetting the date (year)This function can only be seen with audio system.왘 Move the selection marker with button æ o

142Controls in detailControl systemSetting daytime running lamp mode (USA only)왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu.

143Controls in detailControl systemSetting locator lightingWith the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U, the

144Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the m

145Controls in detailControl systemSetting interior lighting delayed shut-offUse this function to set whether and how long you would like the interior

146Controls in detailControl systemThe selection marker is on the current setting.왘 Press button æ or ç to switch the automatic central locking On or

147Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Convenience submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until th

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

148Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button æ or ç to set key-dependency On or Off. Setting parking position* for exterior rear view mirrorUse t

149Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics after start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip comput

150Controls in detailControl systemResetting fuel consumption statistics왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer

151Controls in detailControl systemYou can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-free syste

152Controls in detailControl systemEnding a call왘 Press button t.You have ended the call. The standby message appears in the multifunction display.Dia

153Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button s.The system dials the selected phone number.앫 If the connection is successful, the name of the part

154Controls in detailManual transmissionManual transmission is standard equipment on select models and not available on all models.For information on

155Controls in detailManual transmissionGearshift pattern for manual transmissionShifting into reverse왘 Stop the vehicle completely.왘 Fully depress cl

156Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Automatic transmission is standard equipment on select models and available as optional equipment on selec

157Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*1 Current gear range/gear selector lever position2 Current program modeThe current gear range/gear selecto

14IntroductionWhere to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each sec

158Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*One-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear

159Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gear rangesWith the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by pres

160Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gear selector lever positionEffectì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked.

161Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*!Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with gear selector lever in N can result in transmi

162Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Automatic shift programThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console

163Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Driving tipsAccelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior:Less th

164Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Steering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) (C 55 AMG only)You can change the gears manually on the stee

165Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Downshifting왘 Press button 1 on the left side of the steering wheel.The transmission shifts to the next lo

166Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console.1 Program mode selecto

167Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Upshifting왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction (컄 page 158).or왘 Press

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsThe following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:* Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since sta

168Controls in detailGood visibilityFor information on the windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 51).Headlamp cleaning system*The switch

169Controls in detailGood visibilityAutomatic antiglare rear view mirrors*The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s s

170Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking position*Follow these steps to activate the mirror parking position s

171Controls in detailGood visibilitySun visorsThe sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving.왘 Swing sun visors down when you experience glar

172Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window sunshade*The switch is located in the center console.1 Rear window sunshade switch왘 Switch on ignition

173Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimu

174Controls in detailClimate control

175Controls in detailClimate controlClimate control panelItem1 Left side defroster vent, fixed2 Left side air vent, adjustable3 Thumbwheel for air vol

176Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control is operational when-ever the engine is running. You can oper-ate the climate control system in

177Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating the climate control systemDeactivating왘 Set air volume control 1 (컄 page 175) to position 0. Reactiva

16IntroductionOperating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rul

178Controls in detailClimate controlAdjusting air distribution and volumeUse air distribution control 4 (컄 page 175) to adjust the air distribution. T

179Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 175).The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Defrosting is turned off.Air

180Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button , (컄 page 175).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The air recirculation mode is

181Controls in detailClimate controlAir conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior air to the

182Controls in detailClimate controlRear passenger compartment adjustable air ventsThe air conditioning for the rear passenger compartment is controll

183Controls in detailAudio system왔 Audio systemAudio and telephone, operationThese instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Mer

184Controls in detailAudio systemOperating and display elements

185Controls in detailAudio systemItem Page1 CD changer mode selectorAUX mode selector2011912 Single CD mode selector 2033 Radio mode selector4 Mute f

186Controls in detailAudio systemButton and soft key operationIn these instructions, the alphanumeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the funct

187Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching off왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch.or왘 Press M button.Adjusting the volume왘 Turn rotary control of N

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

188Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting treble왘 Press O button repeatedly until TREBLE appears in the display.왘 Press + or– soft key to increase or

189Controls in detailAudio systemReturning sound functions to factory settings왘 Press O button to call up settings menu in the display.왘 Press RES sof

190Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting balance왘 Press P button repeatedly until BALANCE appears in the display.왘 Press X or Y soft key.The volume

191Controls in detailAudio systemConnecting an external audio source (AUX) to the radio*An optional dealer-installed cinch-connec-tor* for connecting

192Controls in detailAudio systemCalling up wavebands for radios with SAT왘 Press FM, AM or WB soft key repeatedly until desired waveband has been sele

193Controls in detailAudio systemManual tuning왘 Select desired waveband.왘 Press S or T button for approx. three seconds.왘 Press button repeatedly unti

194Controls in detailAudio system앫 Ending scan search왘 Press SC soft key or S or T.The station last played will be selected and SC disappears from the

195Controls in detailAudio system앫 Calling up stations왘 Press desired station button 1 to R.앫 Leaving the Autostore memory level왘 Press FM or AMsoft k

196Controls in detailAudio systemScan search앫 Starting scan search왘 Press SC soft key.SC will appear in the display. The radio briefly tunes in all re

197Controls in detailAudio systemProgram categoriesThe channels are categorized. Categories allow you to tune to stations broadcasting a certain type

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18IntroductionReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Feder

198Controls in detailAudio systemThe first channel 001 is called up and the PTY system changes to All categories.If no station can be received, ACQUIR

199Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press *.Input line appears in the main radio menu.왘 Use number keys to enter desired channel within eight seconds,

200Controls in detailAudio systemTuning via scan searchScan search is characterized as follows:앫 Scan search plays a channel for approx. eight seconds

201Controls in detailAudio systemCalling up the ESN information menu왘 Press INF soft key.왘 Press ESN soft key.The twelve-digit electronic serial numbe

202Controls in detailAudio systemDo not use CDs with an eight cm diameter, not even with a CD adapter. Attempting to play CDs with an eight cm diamete

203Controls in detailAudio systemOperating the single CD player in the audio system unitLoading a CDThe single CD player in the audio system unit has

204Controls in detailAudio system1 CD2 CD changer3 CD tray4 CD magazine왘 Remove magazine 4 and pull CD tray 3 fully out.왘 Place CD 1 in re cess of tra

205Controls in detailAudio systemPlaying tracksYou have the following options:앫 Audio system with CD changer*: selecting CDs앫 Direct track entry앫 Trac

206Controls in detailAudio systemThe number of the track being played appears next to TRACK in the display.You can only enter available track numbers.

207Controls in detailAudio system앫 Switching on random왘 Press RDM soft key.RDM appears in the display. A randomly selected track is played.앫 Switching

19IntroductionVehicle data recording왔 Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to Californi

208Controls in detailAudio systemTrack and time display왘 Press T soft key.The number of the track being played and the elapsed playing time appear in

209Controls in detailAudio systemPIN entry왘 Enter PIN number using buttons 1 to R.왘 If necessary, correct number entered with the CLR soft key. Press

210Controls in detailAudio system왘 If necessary, correct number entered with the CLR soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered

211Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press button ‚ or ƒ repeatedly until desired entry has been reached.The stored entries are selected in alphabetical

212Controls in detailAudio system앫 Speed dialIf you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbers in your telephone, you can also enter these wi

213Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming callIf the telephone is active in the background (reception symbol is visible in the display),

214Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press s button to accept a second call.You are connected with the second caller; the first caller is kept on hold.앫

215Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching on the telephoneSwitching on the telephone왘 Press h button.If you have programmed an unlock code for the te

216Controls in detailAudio system왘 If necessary, correct number entered with the CLR soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered

217Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press button ‚ or ƒ repeatedly until desired entry has been reached.The stored entries are selected in alphabetical

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218Controls in detailAudio system앫 Speed dialIf you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbers in your telephone, you can also enter these wi

219Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming callIf the telephone is active in the background (reception symbol is visible in the display),

220Controls in detailAudio system앫 Switching between calls왘 Press s button.This switches between the calls. The non-active call is kept on hold.앫 Term

221Controls in detailAudio systemEmergency calls “911”The following describes how to dial a “911” emergency call using the audio system head unit when

222Controls in detailAudio systemPlacing a “911” emergency call using audio head unit with the phone unlocked왘 Press h button to switch to telephone o

223Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches f

224Controls in detailPower windows왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 33).Opening the windows왘 Press switch 1 to 4 to the resistance point.The corresponding

225Controls in detailPower windowsStopping windows왘 Press or pull respective switch again.Opening and closing the windows with the SmartKeyThe tilt/sl

226Controls in detailPower windows왘 Aim transmitter eye at the driver’s door handle.Opening (Summer opening feature)왘 Press and hold button Œ after un

227Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*왔 Power tilt/sliding sunroof*Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroofThe tilt/sliding sunroo

21At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

228Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 33).Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof왘 To open, close, r

229Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof during Express-operation왘 Move the sunroof switch in any direc

230Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*Closing (Convenience feature)왘 Press and hold button ‹ after locking the vehicle.The windows and the t

231Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving system of your vehicle is described on the following pages:앫 Cruise control, with whi

232Controls in detailDriving systems1 Sets current or higher speed2 Sets current or lower speed3 Cancels cruise control4 Resumes at last set speedSett

233Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the desired speed is reached.

234Controls in detailLoadingRoof rack* 왘 Only mount the roof rack between the fastening points (see arrows).왘 Secure the roof rack according to manufa

235Controls in detailLoading4 Hook and loop fastener왘 Unfasten hook and loop fastener 4.왘 Pull ski sack into passenger compart-ment and unfold.5 Butto

236Controls in detailLoading6 Strap왘 Tighten strap 6 by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski sack are tightly secured.7 Hook8 Ey

237Controls in detailLoadingRemoving the ski sackYou can remove the ski sack for cleaning or drying.1 Button2 Ski sack frame3 Flap왘 Open trunk lid.왘 P

22At a glanceCockpit

238Controls in detailLoadingFolding the backrest forwardThe release handle 1 is located in the trunk.왘 Pull release handle 1.왘 Fully retract and fold

239Controls in detailLoadingIf the backrest is not locked into position, a red indicator 3 will be visible.왘 Check for secure locking by pushing and p

240Controls in detailLoadingAlways place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.The heavies

241Controls in detailUseful features왔 Useful featuresStorage compartments Glove box1 Glove box lid release2 Glove boxOpening the glove box왘 Pull lid r

242Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest storage compartments1 Handle2 Button, passenger side3 Button, driver’s sideOpening storage compartment왘 Pu

243Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest in the rear passenger compartment왘 Pull the top of the armrest out and fold it down.Cup holders in front o

244Controls in detailUseful featuresTurning the swiveling cup holder outward왘 Turn the cup holder in the direction of arrow 2 until it engages.You can

245Controls in detailUseful featuresOpening cup holder왘 Briefly press the front of cup holder 1.The cup holder slides out slightly.왘 Pull out the cup

246Controls in detailUseful featuresReinstalling ashtray insert왘 Push the ashtray insert 3 down into the retainer until it engages.왘 Push down cover p

247Controls in detailUseful features왘 Push down cover plate 1 to close ashtray.The cover plate engages.Electrical outlet in the rear passenger compart

23At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Steering wheel gearshift control (C 55 AMG only)1642 Cruise control lever 2313 Multifunction steering wheel26,1224 Horn

248Controls in detailUseful featuresYou can take and place telephone calls using the s and t buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele-ph

249Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Tele Aid system(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types of respon

250Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the emergency tensionin

251Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

252Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button •.왘 Press and

253Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡Located below the center armrest cover is the Information button ¡.왘 Press and hold button (fo

254Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade scenarioAn emergency call is possible even if other services are active.Information calls can be terminate

255Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

256Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen Vehicle Recovery servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the police.The polic

257Controls in detailUseful featuresWarning! GBefore programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator, make sure peo

24At a glanceInstrument cluster

258Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the integrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 33).Step 2:왘 If you

259Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 7:왘 To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.Rolling code programmin

260Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 12:왘 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3

261Controls in detailUseful featuresOperation of integrated remote control왘 Switch on ignition (컄 page 33).왘 Select and press the appropriate integrat

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263OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

264OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, main-taining and caring for your vehicle.The first 1000 miles

265OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and ope

266OperationDriving instructionsBrakes To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advi

267OperationDriving instructionsAfter hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so that the air stream

25At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 Speedometer with:v Electronic Stability Program (ESP) warning lamp79,306; Brake warning lamp, USA only48,54,

268OperationDriving instructionsTiresTreadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfer

269OperationDriving instructionsTire tractionThe safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.You should pay parti

270OperationDriving instructionsC 230 Kompressor (Canada only), C240, C2404MATIC, C 320 (USA only), C 320 4MATICYour vehicle is factory equipped with

271OperationDriving instructionsRoad salts and chemicals can adversely affect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force may become necessary to produc

272OperationDriving instructionsPassenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If yo

273OperationDriving instructionsCatalytic converterYour Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in c

274OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise c

275OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefueling The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Lo

276OperationAt the gas station왘 Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at the point indicated by arrow 1. The fuel filler flap springs open.왘 Turn fuel

277OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long trip1 Coolant2 Brake fluid (fuse box cover removed)3 Windshield washer and headlamp cl

26At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 121Operating control system1222 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume:

278OperationEngine compartmentHoodOpeningThe hood lock release lever is located to the left of the steering wheel under the dashboard.1 Hood lock rele

279OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 1ft (30cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure the

280OperationEngine compartmentChecking engine oil level with the control systemWhen checking the oil level앫 the vehicle must be parked on level ground

281OperationEngine compartmentIf you see the message:Observe waiting time왘 If engine is at operating temperature, wait five minutes before repeating c

282OperationEngine compartmentC 230 Kompressor (all models)1 Filler cap왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as required. Be carefu

283OperationEngine compartmentCoolant levelThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehi

284OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side (컄 page 360).The battery shoul

285OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartme

286OperationTires and wheelsSee an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter oper

287OperationTires and wheelsLife of tireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to:앫 Driving style앫 Tir

27At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Seat heating*, driver’s side 1052 Rear window sunshade switch*1723 ESP control switch

288OperationTires and wheelsTire pressure changes by approx. 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air tempera-ture change. Keep this in mind when chec

289OperationTires and wheelsRotating tiresTire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around. If your vehicle is e

290OperationWinter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service includes:앫 Chec

291OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heater.The electrical cable may be installed at an authorized

292OperationMaintenanceIn the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, maintaining and caring for your vehicle.We strongly

293OperationMaintenanceClearing the maintenance service indicatorThe maintenance service indicator is automatically cleared앫 after ten seconds when yo

294OperationMaintenanceResetting the maintenance service indicator In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out by an

295OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying exte

296OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

297OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the i

C 230 Kompressor SportC240C 240 4MATICC320C 320 4MATICC320SportC55AMG

28At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Ashtray 245Cigarette lighter 2462 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission*47,160Gearshift lever

298OperationVehicle careWiper blades왘 Fold wiper arms forward.왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution.Window cleanin

299OperationVehicle careSteering wheel and gear selector leverWipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather C

300OperationVehicle careCloth upholsteryClean with soft bristle brush, or use a dry-shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt.MB Tex upholsteryPour Me

301 Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing SmartKey batteriesRe

302Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to come on during the bulb

303Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving

304Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionú (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp come

305Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionú (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp come

306Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP warning lamp comes on while driving.The ESP is deactivated.

307Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionThe yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp in the fuel gauge comes on while d

29At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Rear interior lighting on/off 1162 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 2273 Right readin

308Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause Suggested solution56 The front passenger front air bag off indicator lam

309Practical hintsWhat to do if …Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayWarning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction disp

310Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesDisplay message Possible cause Possible solutionABSmalfunction.Visit workshop.The ABS has detected a mal

311Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause Possible solutionBASunavailableSee Operator’s ManualThe charging voltage has fallen be

312Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESPunavailableSee Operator’s ManualThe ESP was deactivated because of

313Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESPmalfunction.Visit workshop.The ESP is deactivated because of a mal

314Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution#Battery AlternatorVisit workshop.The b

315Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution; (USA only)! (Canada only)Parking brakeRelease brake.

316Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionBCoolantCheck levelThe coolant level is too low. 왘 Add

317Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (12

30At a glanceDoor control panelItem Page1 Door handle 922 Memory function* (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings)1063 Switche

318Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution•CoolantStop, engine off!The poly-V-belt could be brok

319Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionÑCruise contr.Drive to workshopCruise control is malfu

320Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Suggested solution: USA only:At next gas stationadd 1.0 qt engine oilC

321Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the message At next gas station add 1.0 qt engine oil (Canada: 1.0 l) appears while the engine is running and at

322Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution4Check gas cap.See Operator’s ManualA loss of pressure

323Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.3rd brake lampThe high mounted brake lamp is malfunct

324Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.High beam leftThe left high beam lamp is malfunctioni

325Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.Low beam rightThe right low beam lamp is malfunctioni

326Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.Turn signalleft frontThe left front turn signal lamp

327Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution<Belt systemDrive to workshopThe seat belt system i

31Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

328Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionKClose slid./pop-upsunroofYou have opened the driver’s

329Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?왔 Where will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is located in the trunk on the left side secured by a h

330Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?3 Arrow 4 Minispare wheel5 Vehicle tool kit storage well casing6 Vehicle tool kit왘 Remove vehicle tool kit 6.S

331Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?1 Vehicle jack2 Collapsible wheel chock and spare wheel bolts3 Towing eye bolt4 Alignment bolt5 Wheel wrench6

332Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Operational position왘 Turn crank handle clockwise until it engages (operational position).Before storing the v

333Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Minispare wheel (except C 55 AMG)The Minispare wheel is located in the storage compartment underneath the trun

334Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?In the case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the Minispare wheel when observing the following restricti

335Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?왘 Loosen retaining screw 3 by turning it counterclockwise.왘 Remove collapsible tire 1.Storing the collapsible

336Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?In the case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the collapsible tire when observing the following restrict

337Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왔 Unlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the vehicle wit

32Getting startedThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay

338Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking and opening the trunkA minimum height clearance of 5.71 ft (1.74 m) is required to open t

339Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency1 Locking왘 Insert the mechanical key into the driver’s door lock until it stops.왘 Turn the mechanic

340Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyManually unlocking the transmission gear selector leverIn the case of power failure the transmis-si

341Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencyPower tilt/sliding sunroof*You can open or close the tilt/sliding su

342Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged, the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked. It is

343Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteriesSmartKeyReplacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.왘 Remove the mechanical key (컄 page 3

344Practical hintsReplacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential that all bulbs a

345Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lamps Rear lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signal lampLED2 Halogen headlamp:Turn signal lampBi-Xenon* headlamp:

346Practical hintsReplacing bulbsNotes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 Switch light

347Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn th

33Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positions SmartKeyStarter switch0 For removing SmartKeyThe steering is locked when the SmartKey is removed fr

348Practical hintsReplacing bulbsHigh beam bulb왘 Press the clamp on housing cover 2 and remove it.왘 Pull the electrical connector off.왘 Turn bulb sock

349Practical hintsReplacing bulbsBi-Xenon* headlamp1 Housing cover for Bi-Xenon headlamp2 Housing cover for high beam flasher, parking and standing la

350Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront turn signal lamp bulb왘 Turn bulb socket 3 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it.왘 Press gently onto the

351Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for rear lampsBefore you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn the e

352Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesRemoving wiper blades왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch.왘 Fold wiper arm forward.1 Unlock2 Lock왘 Pull the t

353Practical hintsFlat tire왔 Flat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving traffic on a hard surface.왘 Turn on the h

354Practical hintsFlat tireLifting the vehicle왘 Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other sizable objects.On

355Practical hintsFlat tireThe jack take-up brackets are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings.1 Ta

356Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheel1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel, collapsible tire, or other steel

357Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.Inflating the collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only)왘

34Getting startedUnlockingiWhen you switch on the ignition, the indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster come on. This indi-cates that th

358Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Screw air hose 4 onto the collapsible tire valve.왘 Insert electrical plug 3 into vehicle cigarette lighter socket.왘 Turn

359Practical hintsFlat tireLowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning crank counterclockwise until vehicle is resting fully on its own weight.왘 Re

360Practical hintsBatteryThe battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side.1 ClampsRemoving filter box:왘 Release clamps 1.왘 Remo

361Practical hintsBattery1 Negative terminal2 Positive terminal coverDisconnecting the battery왘 Turn off the engine (컄 page 56).왘 Turn off all electri

362Practical hintsBatteryReconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch.왘 Connect the battery posit

363Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the battery of another ve

364Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side. The terminals for jump starting are located in

365Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

366Practical hintsTowing the vehicle!To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the drivetrain, however, we recommend the drive shaft be discon

367Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GWith the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this ca

35Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsThe seats can be adjusted either manually or electrically, depending on the vehicle’s equipment.Warning! GAl

368Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye bolt1 Cover on right side of front bumper.2 Cover on right side of rear bumper.Removing cove

369Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesThe electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to stop the supply of electricity to a device that is malfunctioning. This he

370Practical hintsFusesMain fuse box in passenger compartmentThe main fuse box is located in the passen-ger compartment on the driver’s side of the co

371Practical hintsFusesClosing fuse box왘 Make sure that the sealing rubber is properly positioned.왘 Press fuse box cover 4 down and secure with clamps

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373Technical dataParts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and TiresElectrical systemMain dimensionsWei

374Technical dataThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers

375Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty I

376Technical dataIdentification labels1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Emission control information label, includes both

377Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt drive왔 Layout of poly-V-belt driveC 230 Kompressor (all models)1 Power steering pump2 Idler pulley3 Supercharge

36Getting startedAdjustingManual seat adjustment1 Seat fore and aft adjustment2 Seat cushion tilt3 Seat backrest tilt4 Seat heightSeat fore and aft ad

378Technical dataEngineModel C 230 Kompressor (203.040)1 (Canada only)C 230 Kompressor Sport (203.040)11The quoted data apply only to the standard veh

379Technical dataEngineModel C 320 (203.064)1 (USA only)C 320 Sport (203.064)1C 320 4MATIC (203.084)1C 55 AMG (203.076)1Engine 112 113Mode of operatio

380Technical dataRims and TiresOnly use tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Ben

381Technical dataRims and TiresSame size tiresModel C 230 Kompressor (Canada only) C230Kompressor SportC240C2404MATICC320 (USA only)C320SportC3204MATI

382Technical dataRims and TiresMixed size tiresModel C 230 Kompressor SportC320SportC55AMGFront axle:Rims (light alloy) 71/2 J x 17 H2 71/2 J x 18 H2W

383Technical dataRims and TiresMinispare wheelCollapsible tire (C 55 AMG only)Model C 230 Kompressor (Canada only)C240C2404MATICC 320 (USA only)C3204M

384Technical dataElectrical systemModel C 230 Kompressor (all models) C 240 (all models)C 320 (all models)C55AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/120 A 14 V

385Technical dataMain dimensions왔 Main dimensionsModel C 230 KompressorC240C 240 4MATICC320C 320 4MATICC230KompressorSportC 320 SportC55AMGOverall veh

386Technical dataWeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

387Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respectivelubricants must

37Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint height1 Release buttonRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward.Lowerin

388Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Front axle C2404MATICC3204MATIC0.5 US qt (0.46 l) Hy

389Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Air conditioning system R-134a refrigerant and speci

390Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability f

391Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirementsOnly use premium unleaded fuel:앫 The octane number (poste

392Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Gasoline additivesA major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build-up caused by gasoline.

393Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Switching fuelsFor best performance and driveability it is recommended to use either one or the othe

394Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:앫 Corr

395Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum compon

396Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system*Both the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning syst

397Technical dataConsumer information왔 Consumer informationThe following text is published as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars under Ti

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

38Getting startedAdjustingPower seat* adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located in each front door.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat

398Technical dataConsumer informationTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the genera

399Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.Alignmen

400Technical termsCOMAND*(Cockpit Management and Data System)Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including

401Technical termsInstrument clusterThe displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, including the tachometer, speedo-meter,

402Technical termsPower trainCollective term designating all components used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, including앫 engi

403Technical termsTele Aid* System(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man

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405IndexAABS 77, 399ABS control 77Indicator lamp 25Malfunction indicator lamp 302Messages in display 310Accelerator position, automatic transmission*

406IndexMulticontour seat* 104Placing upright rear seat head restraints 102Power seat* 38Rear seat head restraints 101Seat belt height 45Seat cushion

407IndexAnti-theft systems 83Anti-theft alarm system* 83Immobilizer 83Tow-away alarm* 85Aquaplaning see HydroplaningArmrestChanging inclination of 242

39Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint tiltManually adjust the angle of the head restraint.왘 Push or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint cu

408IndexStarting with 47Steering wheel gearshift control (C 55 AMG only) 164Transmission fluid 282BBabySmartTMAir bag deactivation system 70, 399Compa

409IndexHigh mounted brake lamp 345License plate lamps 345, 351Low beam headlamps 345Parking lamps, front 345, 348, 350Parking lamps, rear 345, 351Rea

410IndexChargingVehicle battery 361CheckingBrake fluid 277Coolant level 277, 283Engine oil level 277, 280Tire inflation pressure 277Vehicle lighting 2

411IndexConsumer information 397Control and operation of radio transmitters 272Control system 121, 400AUDIO menu 127Convenience submenu 146Display dig

412IndexDDate (day)Setting 140Date (month)Setting 139Date (year)Setting 141Daytime running lamp mode 111Setting 142DeactivatingAir conditioning (cooli

413IndexSymbol messages 314Text messages 310Vehicle status messages 309Distance to empty (range)Calling up 150Door control panel 30Door entry lamps 11

414IndexReleasing trunk lid from inside 95Remote door unlock 255Unlocking the vehicle 337Emergency Tensioning Device see ETDEmission control 273Emissi

415IndexFFahrenheitSetting temperature units 135Fastening the seat belts 43Filler neckC 230 Kompressor (all models) 282C 240 (all models), C 320 (all

416IndexFuel capMessage in display 305, 322Fuel consumption statisticsAfter start 149Since last reset 149Fuel filler flap 275Locking 275Opening in an

417IndexHHalogen-typeFront lamp bulbs 347Hands-free microphone 29Hard plastic trim itemsCleaning 299Hazard warning flasher 114Switching off 114Switchi

40Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel adjustment, manual1 Handle왘 To unlock the steering column, pull handle 1 out to its stop limit.왘 Move steerin

418IndexIgnition 33Switching on, automatic transmission* 47Switching on, manual transmission 46Immobilizer 83Activating 83Deactivating 83Indicator lam

419IndexKey, SmartKeyBattery check lamp 89Checking the batteries 91Factory setting 89Global locking 89Global unlocking 89Loss of 91Messages in display

420IndexLight sensor 324Lighter see Cigarette lighterLighting 109Automatic headlamp mode 110Combination switch 113Daytime running lamp mode 111Door en

421IndexManual headlamp mode 110Manual operationInterior lighting control 115Manual operationsFuel filler flap 339Locking the vehicle 338Tilt/sliding

422IndexAutomatic antiglare* for rear view mirror 169Exterior rear view mirror 41Exterior rear view mirror parking position* 148Interior rear view mir

423IndexOne-touch gearshifting 158Canceling gear range limit 158Downshifting 158Upshifting 158OpeningCup holder, in rear seat armrest 245Doors from th

424IndexPassenger compartment 272Interior lighting 115Interior rear view mirror 41Main fuse box in 370Parcel net in front passenger footwell 245Passen

425IndexPremium unleaded gasoline 391ProblemsWhile driving 53With vehicle 17Product information 9Program mode 121Program mode selector switch 402Autom

426IndexRemote door unlockWith Tele Aid* 255RemovingSki sack* (Canada only) 237Vehicle battery 361Vehicle tool kit (C 55 AMG only) 330Vehicle tool kit

427IndexSatellite radioadditional text information 200general information 196manual channel input 198storing of station 200Seat belt force limiter 67S

41Getting startedAdjustingAdjusting steering column in or out왘 Move stalk forward or back in the direction of arrow 1 until a comfort-able steering wh

428IndexIndividual vehicle settings 132Instrument lighting 117Interior lighting delayed shut-off 145Key dependent memory 147Lamps and lighting (contro

429IndexSki sack* (Canada only) 234Installing 237Removing 237Unfolding and loading 234Unloading and folding 236Sliding inSwiveling cup holder, in fron

430IndexStoppingTilt/sliding sunroof* 229Windows 225Storage compartmentsGlove box 241Storage spacesCup holder in rear seat armrest 244Cup holders in f

431IndexTechnical dataAir conditioning refrigerant 390Brake fluid 390Coolant 387, 388Coolants 394Electrical system 384Engine 378Engine oil additives 3

432IndexTimeSetting hours 137Setting minutes 138Time displaySetting 139Time synchronization*With head unit 137Tire inflation pressureChecking 277, 287

433IndexTurn signal lamps, in mirrorsMessages in display 326Turn signal lamps, rearMessages in display 326Replacing bulbs 345Turn signals 50Additional

434IndexVehicle battery 360Vehicle care 295Cloth upholstery 300Cup holders 299Engine cleaning 297Gear selector lever 299Hard plastic trim items 299Hea

435IndexWWarning lamps see Lamps, indicator and warningWarning soundsDrivers seat belts 64Parking brake 48Warranty coverage 375Washer fluid see Windsh

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42Getting startedAdjustingThe buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.1 Adjustment button2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror button3

Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly.

43Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltWarning! GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or carp

44Getting startedDriving1 Latch plate2 Release button3 Buckle왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt from the belt outlet.왘 Place the shoulder portion o

45Getting startedDriving왘 If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.Seat belt height adjustmentAdjust seat be

46Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Manual transmissionGearshift pattern for manual transmissionFor more information, see “Manual trans-missio

47Getting startedDrivingAutomatic transmission*Gearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park position with gear selector lever lockR Reverse gear

ContentsIntroduction... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual ...

48Getting startedDrivingParking brake 1 Release handle2 Parking brake왘 Release parking brake by pulling on handle 1.The warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3

49Getting startedDrivingAfter a cold start, the automatic transmis-sion shifts at a higher engine revolution. This allows the catalytic converter to r

50Getting startedDriving왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to position B.The low beam headlamp indicator lamp B in the instrument cluster comes on (컄 page 24

51Getting startedDrivingWindshield wipersThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Single wipe2 Switchi

52Getting startedDrivingIntermittent wiping왘 Set the wiper switch to position I.Single wipe왘 Press combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 1.

53Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.앫 The engine electronics may

54Getting startedParking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as foll

55Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 49).For more information on headlamps, see “Li

56Getting startedParking and lockingTurning off engine 왘 Place the gear selector lever in position P (manual transmission: first or reverse gear).왘 Tu

57Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarm*Driving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

ContentsSafety and Security... 57Occupant safety... 58Air bags ...

58Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle.The restraint

59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAir bagsWarning! GIn the event that the 1 indicator lamp comes on during driving or does not come on at all, the S

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper opera-tion of vehicle controls. The

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAccident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. Should

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bagIn cases of other frontal impacts, ang

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySide impact air bags, window curtain air bagsThe window curtain air bags 1 fill up the area between the A and C pi

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAlways fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restraine

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GUSE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY앫 Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are eq

ContentsManual transmission ... 154Shifting into reverse... 155Automatic transmission*... 1

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWe recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All lap-

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyA statement by the child restraint man-ufacturer of compliance with this stan-dard can be found on the instruction

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM1 air bag deactivation systemThe 56 indicator lamp is located on the center console.1 Front passenger f

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GThe BabySmartTM1 air bag deactivation sys-tem will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to opera

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systemsThis vehicle is equipped with tether anchorages for a top tether

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Reinstall cover 1 after removing the tether strap.Child seat anchors – LATCH-typeThis vehicle is equipped with t

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyTo fold anchors back왘 Press down button 2 on each anchor and return anchor 1 to its catch.iNon-LATCH-type child se

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear door window operationYou can block the rear door window operation (for instance when you have chi

76Safety and SecurityPanic alarm*An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 21/2minutes.1 Â buttonActivating왘 Press a

77Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems왔 Driving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫

ContentsOperation ... 263The first 1000 miles (1500 km)... 264Driving instructions...

78Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBrakingAt the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pe

79Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 311).ESPThe Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is opera

80Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 306) and (컄 page 312).Switching off the ESPTo improve t

81Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsWhen you switch off the ESP앫 the ESP does not stabilize the vehicle앫 the engine output is not limited, whic

82Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFour wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESPModels with all-wheel-drive only.The 4MATIC impr

83Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activat

84Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming the alarm systemThe indicator lamp is in the switch for the tow-away alarm* in the center console.1 Indi

85Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsTow-away alarm*Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone atte

86Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왘 Press switch 1.Indicator lamp 2 in switch comes on briefly.왘 Exit and lock your vehicle with the SmartKey.The

87Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory function*LightingInstrument clusterControl systemManual transmissionAutomatic transmission*Good v

Contents Practical hints ... 301What to do if … ... 302Lamps in instrument cluster ...

88Controls in detailIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment installed on your vehi-cle

89Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the do

90Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe SmartKey will then function as follows:Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap왘 Press button Œ once.

91Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 5 comes on briefly to indicate that the SmartK

92Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions a

93Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe vehicle must be unlocked.왘 Pull on handle 1.The trunk lid unlocks and begins to open.The trunk can also b

94Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk1 Handle왘 Lower trunk lid using handle 1.왘 Close trunk lid with hands placed flat on it.Warn

95Controls in detailLocking and unlockingTrunk lid emergency releaseThe emergency release button is located on the inside of the trunk lid.1 Emergency

96Controls in detailLocking and unlockingAutomatic central lockingThe doors and the trunk automatically lock when the ignition is switched on and the

97Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe switches are located in the center console.1 Central locking switch2 Central unlocking switchLocking왘 Pre