Mercedes-benz 2004 C-Class Coupe User Manual

C 230 KompressorC 320

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

100Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam headlamp

101Controls in detailLightingSwitching on fog lamps Switching on front fog lamps왘 Make sure the low beam headlamps are switched on.왘 Pull out exterior

102Controls in detailLightingCombination switchThe combination switch is located on the left side of the steering column.1 High beam2 High beam flashe

103Controls in detailLightingInterior lightingThe controls are located in the overhead control panel.1 Rear interior lights2 Right front reading lamp3

104Controls in detailLightingSwitching rear interior lights on and off왘 Press button V.The lights in the rear passenger compartment come on.왘 Press bu

105Controls in detailInstrument cluster왔 Instrument clusterFor a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “At a glance” (컄 page 22).The i

106Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature displayTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.왘 Call up the trip odomet

107Controls in detailInstrument clusterTrip odometer왘 Make sure you are viewing the trip odometer and main odometer (컄 page 109) in the multifunction

108Controls in detailInstrument clusterThe temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location, the sensor can be affected by

109Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

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

110Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

111Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar-ranged in a circular pattern.앫

112Controls 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

113Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7Commands/submenusStandard dis-playAUDI

114Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuYou can select the functions in the stan-dard display menu with button k or j.The following fu

115Controls in detailControl systemSelect radio station왘 Turn on the radio (컄 page 160). Vehi-cles with COMAND*: Refer to separate operating instructi

116Controls in detailControl systemOperate the CD player*왘 Turn on the radio and select the CD player (컄 page 175). Vehicles with CO-MAND*: Refer to s

117Controls in detailControl systemNAVI* menuThe NAVI menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system.왘 Press button è or ÿ repea

118Controls in detailControl systemMalfunctions have occurredIf malfunctions have occurred, you will see the number of malfunctions in the display:1 N

119Controls in detailControl systemResetting all settingsYou can reset all the functions of all sub-menus to the factory settings.왘 Press the reset bu

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Service Booklet describes all the nec-essary maintenance work which should be performed at regular inter

120Controls in detailControl systemThe submenus are arranged by hierarchy. Scroll down with the ç button, scroll up with the æ button.Move within the

121Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De-tailed instructions on making indiv

122Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the INSTRU-MENT CLUSTER

123Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis-play: TIME SETTINGS – MINUTES.The selection

124Controls in detailControl systemSelecting speedometer display mode왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the IN-STRUMENT CLUSTER sub

125Controls in detailControl systemSelecting display (speed display or out-side temperature)왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the

126Controls in detailControl systemWith daytime running lamp mode se-lected and the exterior lamp switch at position 0, the following lamps will c o m

127Controls in detailControl systemSetting night security illumination(Exterior lamps delayed shut-off)Use the HEADLIGHTS DELAYED SHUT-OFF function to

128Controls in detailControl systemInterior lighting delayed shut-offUse this function to set whether and for how long you would like the interior lig

129Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis-play: PRESS BUTTON IN AUDIO MODE.The selecti

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

130Controls in detailControl systemActivating easy-entry/exit feature*Use this function to activate and deacti-vate the easy-entry/exit feature. When

131Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the CONVE-NIENCE submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly unt

132Controls in detailControl systemSetting parking position for exterior rear view mirrorUse the MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING function to select whethe

133Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics after start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Tri

134Controls in detailControl systemCall up range (distance to empty)왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip comp

135Controls in detailControl systemWhich messages will appear in the display field depends on whether your telephone is switched on or off:앫 If the te

136Controls in detailControl systemDialing a number from the phone bookIf your telephone is ready to receive calls, you may select and dial a number f

137Controls in detailManual transmission왔 Manual transmissionFor information on driving with a manual transmission, see “Manual transmission” (컄 page

138Controls in detailManual transmissionShifting into reverse왘 Stop the vehicle completely.왘 Pull gearshift lever up and shift in R reverse.!Downshift

139Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*왔 Automatic transmission*For more information on driving with an au-tomatic transmission, see “Automatic t

14IntroductionWhere to find it왔 Where to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle

140Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*One-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear

141Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gear rangesWith the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by pres

142Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gear selector lever positionEffectì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked.

143Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*!Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with gear selector lever in N can result in transmi

144Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Program mode selector switchThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center co

145Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Accelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior:Less throttle Earli

146Controls in detailGood visibility왔 Good visibilityInformation on the windshield wipers (컄 page 49) and for setting the rear view mirrors (컄 page 39

147Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

148Controls in detailGood visibilityHeadlamp cleaning system*The switch is located on the left side of the dashboard.1 Headlamp washer switch왘 Switch

149Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimu

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

150Controls in detailClimate control왔 Climate control

151Controls in detailClimate controlClimate control panelThe storage compartment between the front seats can be ventilated (컄 page 157).For informatio

152Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control is operational whenev-er the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in

153Controls in detailClimate controlSetting the temperatureUse temperature controls 2 and 3 to separately adjust the air temperature on each side of t

154Controls in detailClimate controlDefrostingActivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 151).The indicator lamp on the button comes onor왘 Switch off air reci

155Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button O (컄 page 151).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The air recirculation mode is

156Controls in detailClimate controlAir conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior air to the

157Controls in detailClimate controlVentilated storage compartmentThe front center console storage compart-ment has its own air vent that allows for c

158Controls in detailClimate controlRear passenger compartment adjustable air vents1 Left center air vent2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for cente

159Controls in detailAudio system왔 Audio systemAudio and telephone, operationThese instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Mer

16IntroductionOperating safety왔 Operating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following i

160Controls in detailAudio systemOperating and display elements

161Controls in detailAudio systemItem Page1 CD mode selector 1752 Manual tuning(radio)165Fast forward/reverse (cassette, CD)174,178Speed dialing memor

162Controls in detailAudio systemButton and soft key operationIn these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the func

163Controls in detailAudio systemBass왘 Regardless of operating mode, press theAUD key repeatedly untilBASS appears on the display.왘 Press+ or- key to

164Controls in detailAudio systemBalance왘 Regardless of operating mode, press theAUD key repeatedly untilBALANCE appears on the display.왘 PressL orR k

165Controls in detailAudio systemYou can select from among the following settings:앫DRV: The tone level is set to the Driver position; sound is directe

166Controls in detailAudio systemDirect frequency inputSelect the desired frequency band.왘 Press “ button.왘 Enter desired frequency using buttons 4 to

167Controls in detailAudio systemScan tuning앫 Starting scan tuning왘 Select desired frequency band.왘 Press 2 button.SC will appear on the display. The

168Controls in detailAudio systemWeather band왘 Press theWB key.The weather band station last selected is tuned in.왘 Select the desired weather band st

169Controls in detailAudio systemStarting satellite radio (SAT)왘 Start radio mode.If the radio was in SAT radio mode be-fore being turned off or chang

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicleProblems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you beli

170Controls in detailAudio systemChannel selectionThe following options are available for se-lecting a channel:앫 Direct channel input (컄 page 170)앫 Ma

171Controls in detailAudio systemProgram type (PTY) modeIn PTY mode, you can tune in and select channels of a specific program type.Calling up PTY mod

172Controls in detailAudio systemCassette operationPlaying cassettes왘 Press 3 button.The display panel folds down and the cassette compartment becomes

173Controls in detailAudio systemCassette eject왘 Press eject button 3.The display folds down and the cas-sette is ejected. The system will switch back

174Controls in detailAudio systemScanning앫 Starting scan왘 Press 2 button.SC will appear on the display.Each track on the cassette will be played brief

175Controls in detailAudio systemDolby NR1 (noise reduction system)To enable optimum sound reproduction of cassettes recorded using Dolby B NR, the Do

176Controls in detailAudio systemUse only original CDs. Using copied CDs may create problems during playback.Clean CDs from time to time with a com-me

177Controls in detailAudio system1 CD2 CD changer3 CD tray4 CD magazine왘 Remove magazine and pull CD tray fully out.왘 Place CD in recess of tray, labe

178Controls in detailAudio systemSkipping tracks forward/backward앫 Skipping tracks forward왘 Press f button.The next track will be played.앫 Skipping tr

179Controls in detailAudio systemRepeatThe repeat function (RPT) repeats the cur-rent track.Switching on repeat:왘 Press theRPT key.RPT is highlighted

18IntroductionReporting safety defectsReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Titl

180Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching on the telephone왘 Press h button.If you have programmed an unlock code for the telephone, you must enter th

181Controls in detailAudio systemPhone bookThe numbers stored in the phone book can be called up either by name or number.Calling up the phone book왘 P

182Controls in detailAudio systemSearching and selecting phone book en-tries by number왘 Press theNUM key.The current number is marked in the display.왘

183Controls in detailAudio systemAutomatic repeat dialing (redial)If a call cannot be connected, press theSND key.REDIAL will appear on the display an

184Controls in detailAudio systemEmergency call왘 Press button 4 longer than one second.왘 A call will be placed to the saved num-ber (e.g. 911).You can

185Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming call in cassette, CD or radio modeIf the telephone is activated in the back-ground (receiving s

186Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches f

187Controls in detailPower windowsOpening the windows왘 Press switch 1 or 2 to the resistance point.The corresponding window will move downwards until

188Controls in detailPower windowsOpening and closing the windows with the SmartKeyThe panorama sliding/pop-up roof* (컄 page 189) will also be opened

189Controls in detailPanorama sliding/pop-up roof*왔 Panorama sliding/pop-up roof*Opening and closing the roller sun-blinds for the panorama sliding/po

19At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

190Controls in detailPanorama sliding/pop-up roof*Fully opening the roller sunblinds (Express-open)왘 Move the panorama sliding/pop-up roof switch or t

191Controls in detailPanorama sliding/pop-up roof*왘 Turn SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.Opening and closing the panorama sliding/po

192Controls in detailPanorama sliding/pop-up roof*Opening the panorama sliding/pop-up roof with the SmartKeyThe power windows (컄 page 186) will also b

193Controls in detailPanorama sliding/pop-up roof*Synchronizing the panorama sliding/pop-up roof and the roller sun-blindsIt is necessary to resynchro

194Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving system of your vehicle is de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control, with wh

195Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at last set speedSetting

196Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift the cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the de-sired speed is rea

197Controls in detailLoading왔 LoadingRoof rack*Mount the roof rack only between the fas-tening points 1 and in the recess of the rubber strip 2.Luggag

198Controls in detailLoadingFolding the backrest forward왘 Pull release handle 1.왘 Fold seat cushion 2 forward.왘 Fully retract and fold rearward head r

199Controls in detailLoadingLoading instructionsThe total load weight including vehicle oc-cupants and luggage/cargo should not ex-ceed the vehicle ca

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20At a glanceCockpit왔 Cockpit

200Controls in detailUseful features왔 Useful featuresInterior storage spaces Glove box1 Glove box2 Glove box lid releaseOpening the glove box왘 Pull li

201Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment in front of arm-restOpening왘 Slide cover 1 rearward.The compartment contains a cigarette light

202Controls in detailUseful featuresClosing cup holder왘 Push in direction of arrow until cup holder engages.Armrest storage spaces1 To open storage co

203Controls in detailUseful featuresParcel net in front passenger footwellA small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. I

204Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving ashtray insert왘 Secure vehicle from movement by set-ting the parking brake. Move the gear selector lever

205Controls in detailUseful featuresTelephone*Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside th

206Controls in detailUseful featuresYou can take and place telephone calls us-ing the í and ì buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele-p

207Controls in detailUseful featuresShortly after the completion of your Ac-quaintance Call, you will receive a user ID and password via first call ma

208Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatical-ly:앫 following an accident in which the emergency tensio

209Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

21At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Headlamp washer switch* 1482 Combination switch 48앫 Turn signals 48앫 Windshield wipers 49앫 High beam 1023 Cruise contro

210Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover.왘 Press and

211Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡The Information button ¡ is located be-low the center armrest cover.왘 Press and hold the butto

212Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade signalsThe Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority:앫 Automatic emergency – First prio

213Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

214Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen vehicle tracking servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the police.The polic

215Controls in detailUseful featuresWarning! GBefore programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate op-erator, make sure th

216Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the in-tegrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on ignition.Step 2:왘 If you have previo

217Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 7:왘 To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.Rolling code programmin

218Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 12:왘 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3

219Controls in detailUseful featuresErasing the integrated remote control memory왘 Switch on ignition.왘 Simultaneously hold down the signal transmitter

22At a glanceInstrument cluster왔 Instrument cluster

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221OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle care

222OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500km)왔In the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for you

223OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

224OperationDriving instructionsBrakesTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advis

225OperationDriving instructionsAfter hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so that the air stream

226OperationDriving instructionsTiresTread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfe

227OperationDriving instructionsHydroplaningDepending on the depth of the water layer on the road, hydroplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with

228OperationDriving instructionsTire speed ratingRegardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use pru-dent driving speeds

229OperationDriving instructionsRoad salts and chemicals can adversely af-fect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force may become necessary to produ

23At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 Reset button for:앫 Resetting trip odome-ter107앫 Instrument cluster illu-mination105앫 Resetting individual se

230OperationDriving instructionsPassenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If yo

231OperationDriving instructionsCatalytic converterYour Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in c

232OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise

233OperationAt 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

234OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long trip1 Coolant levelFor more information, see “Coolant lev-el” (컄 page 241).2 Brake flu

235OperationAt the gas stationEngine oil levelFor more information on engine oil, see “Engine oil” (컄 page 237).Opening hood, see (컄 page 236).Coolant

236OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHoodOpening1 Hood release왘 Pull lever 1 downwards.The hood is unlocked and handle 2 will extend out

237OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of ap-proximately 1ft (30cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure th

238OperationEngine compartmentChecking engine oil level with the control systemWhen checking the oil level the vehicle must앫 be parked on level ground

239OperationEngine compartmentIf you see the message:OBSERVE WAITING PERIOD왘 If engine is at normal operating temperature, wait five minutes before re

24At a glanceMultifunction steering wheel왔 Multifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display in speedometer109Operating control sys-tem1102

240OperationEngine compartmentC 230 Kompressor1 Oil filler cap왘 Unscrew oil filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as required. Be careful not

241OperationEngine compartmentTransmission fluid levelThe transmission fluid level does not need to be checked. If you notice transmission fluid loss

242OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located in the en-gine compartment on the right hand side.The battery should always be

243OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning systemFluid for the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning sy

244OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee your authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-ter for information on tested and recom-mended rims and tires for

245OperationTires and wheelsLife of tireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to:앫 Driving style앫 Tir

246OperationTires and wheelsTire pressure changes by approximately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when

247OperationWinter driving왔 Winter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehi-cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This servic

248OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heat-er.The electrical cable may be installed at your authoriz

249OperationMaintenance왔 MaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance w

25At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Seat heater*, driver‘s side 932 ESP control switch 753 Hazard warning flasher switch –

250OperationMaintenanceThe Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the service indicator following a completed service.Calling up the service indicator왘 Switc

251OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying exte

252OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

253OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the in

254OperationVehicle careWiper blades왘 Fold wiper arms forward.왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution.Window cleanin

255OperationVehicle careInstrument clusterUse a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a

256OperationVehicle careUpholsteryUsing aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.)

257Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing bulbsReplacing wiper

258Practical hintsWhat to do if …왔 What to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to come on

259Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution3 (Canada only); (USA only)The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving

26At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Ashtray 2032 Gearshift lever for manual transmissionSelector lever for automatic transmission44453 Sto

260Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution? The yellow “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator lamp comes on while drivin

261Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP warning lamp comes on while driving.The ESP is deactivated.

262Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionThe yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on while driving.The fuel le

263Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause Suggested solutionPASS.AIRBAG OFF The indicator lamp comes on.A BabySmar

264Practical hintsWhat to do if …Messages in the displayThe control system shows warning and malfunction messages in the multifunction display.Certain

265Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesDisplay message Possible cause Possible solutionBASBRAKE ASSISTNOT AVAILABLE!The charging voltage has fa

266Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESPESPNOT AVAILABLE!The ESP was deactivated because of a malfunction

267Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESPESPNOT AVAILABLE!The charging voltage has fallen below ten volts.

268Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution-ABS SYSTEMVISIT WORKSHOP!The ABS has d

269Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution#BATTERY/ALTERNATORVISIT WORKSHOP!The battery was char

27At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Rear interior lighting on/off 1042 Panorama sliding/pop-up roof*1893 Right read

270Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution2BRAKE WEARVISIT WORKSHOP!The brake pads have reached

271Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionBCOOLANTCHECK LEVEL!The coolant level is too low. 왘 Ad

272Practical 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

273Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionÏCOOLANTSTOP, ENGINE OFF!The poly-V-belt could be brok

274Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionÑCRUISE CONTROLDRIVE TO WORKSHOP!Cruise control is mal

275Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution: USA only:ADD 1.0 Qt. ENGINE OIL WHEN NEXT REFUELING!

276Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the message ADD 1.0 Qt. ENGINE OIL WHEN NEXT REFUELING! (Canada: 1.0 Liter) appears while the engine is running

277Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionARESERVE FUELGO TO GAS STATION!The fuel level has drop

278Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.FRONT FOGLIGHT, LCHECK LIGHT!The left front fog lamp

279Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.LIGHTSTURN OFF LIGHTS!This display appears if the dri

28At a glanceDoor control panel왔 Door control panelItem Page1 Door handle 852 Memory function (for stor-ing seat, exterior rear view mirror and steeri

280Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.TAIL LIGHT, RCHECK LIGHTS! BACK-UP LIGHT ON! The righ

281Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution<DRIVER’S SEAT BELTFASTEN SEAT BELT!The display rem

282Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution1RESTRAINT SYSTEMDRIVE TO WORKSHOP!The system is malfu

283Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionLTELE AIDDRIVE TO WORKSHOP! One or more main functions

284Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?왔 Where will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is stored in the trunk be-hind the left trim panel.왘 Tu

285Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Spare wheelThe spare wheel is located under the trunk floor.Removing the spare wheel왘 Lift trunk floor and eng

286Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Vehicle jack왘 Remove the vehicle jack from the spare wheel well under the trunk floor.왘 Push the crank handle

287Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Spare wheel bolts1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for light alloy spare wheel rim size 41/2B x15

288Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왔 Unlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the vehicle wit

289Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunk lidIf you are unable to unlock the trunk lid with the SmartKey, you can use the

29Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

290Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyChanging batteries in the SmartKeyIf the batteries in the SmartKey are dis-charged, the vehicle can

291Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왘 Return battery compartment into hous-ing until it locks in place.왘 Slide mechanical key 1 back in

292Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencyPanorama sliding/pop-up roofYou can open or close the panorama slid-

293Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential

294Practical hintsReplacing bulbsRear lamps Notes on bulb replacement 앫 Use only 12-volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫

295Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps Halogen headlamps1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp2 Headlamp cover for high beam hea

296Practical hintsReplacing bulbsParking and standing lamp bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 236).왘 Turn headlamp cover 2 to the lef

297Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Turn bulb holder 5 with bulb to the left and pull out.왘 Pull out bulb from the base (do not pull on glass tube).왘 I

298Practical hintsReplacing bulbsSide marker lamp bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Carefully slide lamp towards rear.왘 Remove front end first.왘 Twist bul

299Practical hintsReplacing bulbs1 Stop lamp2 Back up lamp3 Turn signal lamp4 Tail, parking, standing and rear fog lamp (driver’s side)License plate l

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

30Getting startedUnlocking왔The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners

300Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesRemoving왘 Fold the wiper arm forward.1 Lock2 Unlock왘 Pull the tab in the direction of

301Practical 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

302Practical hintsFlat tireWhen changing wheel on a hill:왘 Place chocks on the downhill side blocking both wheels of the other axle.왘 Take the two-pie

303Practical hintsFlat tireRemoving the wheel1 Alignment bolt왘 Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and re-move.왘 Replace this wheel bolt with the align-ment

304Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.Inflating the spare tire왘 Take the electric air

305Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Open flap 1 on air pump.왘 Pull out electrical plug 4 and air hose with the pressure gauge 2.Observe instructions on air p

306Practical hintsFlat tireLowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning crank coun-terclockwise until vehicle is resting ful-ly on its own weight.왘

307Practical hintsBattery왔 BatteryThe battery is located in the engine com-partment on the right hand side.Removal of filter box:왘 Release the three c

308Practical hintsBatteryDisconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 236).왘 Remove the filter box (컄 page 307

309Practical hintsBatteryBatteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly. Large 12-volt storage batteries contain

31Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey The steering is locked when the Smart-Key is removed from the

310Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another v

311Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located in the engine com-partment on the right hand side. The terminals for jump starting are located i

312Practical hintsJump starting왘 Remove the jumper cables first from negative terminals 3 and 4 and then from positive terminals 1 and 2.You can now t

313Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

314Practical hintsTowing the vehicle!To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, we recommend the drive shaft be dis-

315Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GWith the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this ca

316Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye bolt1 Cover on right side of front bumper.2 Cover on right side of rear bumper.To remove cov

317Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesFuse box in passenger compartmentOpening왘 Pry cover 1 open with a screw driver or similar tool.왘 Remove cover rearward.C

318Practical hintsFusesRemoving/installing cover왘 Twist screws 2 90° counterclock-wise.왘 Pull up cover 1.왘 Slide out retainer 3 and remove cover by pu

319Technical dataSpare parts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and TiresElectrical systemMain Dimensi

32Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsThe seats can be adjusted either manually or electrically, depending on the vehicle’s equipment.Warning! GAl

320Technical dataSpare parts service왔The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Spare parts serviceAll author

321Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty I

322Technical dataIdentification labels왔 Identification labels1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Information label, Californ

323Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt drive왔 Layout of poly-V-belt driveC230Kompressor1 Power steering pump2 Idler pulley3 Supercharger4 Automatic be

324Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel C 230 Kompressor (203.740)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz

325Technical dataRims and Tires왔 Rims and TiresUse only tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved

326Technical dataRims and TiresSame size tiresSpare wheelModel C 230 Kompressor (standard in U.S.A.; optional in Canada)Evolution PackageC320Evolution

327Technical dataElectrical system왔 Electrical systemModel C230Kompressor C320Generator (alternator) 14 V/120 A 14 V/120 AStarter motor 12 V/1.1 kW 12

328Technical dataMain Dimensions왔 Main DimensionsModel C230KompressorC320Overall vehicle length 171.0 in (4345 mm)Overall vehicle width 68.0 in (1728

329Technical dataWeights왔 WeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

33Getting startedAdjustingManual seat adjustment1 Backrest tilt2 Seat height3 Seat cushion tilt4 Seat fore and aft adjustmentSeat fore and aft adjustm

330Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants mus

331Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Fuel tankincluding a reserve of16.4 US gal (62.0 l)2

332Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, use

333Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirementsUse only premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439:앫 T

334Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Gasoline additivesA major concern among engine manufac-turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso-line

335Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.When switching fuels, make sure:앫 Fuel level is below half full.앫 Fuel level is above reserve (reser

336Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro-vides:앫 Cor

337Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of alumi-num parts. The use of aluminum compo

338Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning systemBoth the windshield and headlamp washer systems

339Technical dataConsumer information왔 Consumer informationThe following text is published as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars un-der T

34Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint height1 Release buttonRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward.Lowerin

340Technical dataConsumer informationTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the gene

341Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.Alignmen

342Technical termsCollapsible tireAn especially compact spare tire that must be inflated with a provided air pump before using. It should only be used

343Technical termsGPS*(Global Positioning System)Satellite-based system for relaying geographic location information to and from vehicles equipped wit

344Technical termsPower trainCollective term designating all compo-nents used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, includ-ing앫 en

345Technical termsSRS(Supplemental Restraint System)Seat belts, emergency tensioning de-vice and airbags. Though independent systems, they are closely

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347IndexAABS 23, 73, 341Malfunction indicator lamp 258Messages in display 268Warning lamp 258Accelerator position, automatic transmission 145AccidentI

348IndexAir distributionAdjusting 153Air outletsRear passenger compartment 158Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure 245Air recirculation mode 154Ac

349IndexAutomatic climate controlDeactivating 156Automatic headlamp mode 99Automatic lighting controlActivating 103Deactivating 103Automatic locking w

35Getting startedAdjustingPower seat* adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located in each door.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat cushi

350IndexWarning lamp 259Break-in period 222Bulbs, replacing 293Additional turn signals 293Brake lamps 294Fog lamps 293Front lamps 293High beam 293High

351IndexCheckingCoolant level 235, 241Oil level 235, 237Tire inflate pressure 235Vehicle lighting 235Child safety 65Airbags 58Infant and child restrai

352IndexAUDIO menu 114Convenience submenu 129Display digital speedometer 114Functions 110, 113Instrument cluster submenu 122Lighting submenu 125Malfun

353IndexExterior lamps 99Exterior lamps delayed shut-off 127Front fog lamps 127Hazard warning flasher 102Headlamps 53Immobilizer 78Interior lighting d

354IndexSafety systems 73Through standing water 229Driving abroad 230Driving instructions 223Driving off 225Driving safety systemsABS 73BAS 74ESP 75Dr

355IndexMessages in display 238, 276Viscosity 342Engine oil level see Oil level 235ESP 23, 75, 342Messages in display 266Switching off 76Switching on

356IndexFront seat head restraintsInstalling 90Manual seat 90Power seat* 91Removing 90Front seatsHeater 93FSS (Flexible Service System) 249, 342Fuel 2

357IndexGlobal Positioning System (GPS) 343Glove box 21, 200Closing 200Opening 200Good visibility 146GPS 343HHalogen-typeFront lamp bulbs 295Hands-fre

358IndexImmobilizer 78Activating 78Deactivating 78Infant and child restraint systems 65Installing 69LATCH child seat mounts 70InflatingSpare tire 304I

359IndexStarting the engine 45Unlocking with 30Kickdown 145, 343Kilometers/miles in speedometer 124Km/h or mph in speedometer 124LLabels, identificati

36Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint height왘 Press the switch up or down in the di-rection of arrow 1.Head restraint tiltManually adjust the angle

360IndexNight security illumination 100Parking lamps 98Rear fog lamp 101Settings (control system) 125Trunk 104Limiting the gear range 141Limp Home Mod

361IndexMechanical key 288, 289Memory function 95, 343Recalling positions from memory 96Storing exterior rear view mirror parking positions 97Storing

362IndexWasher fluid 283Multifunction steering wheel 24, 110, 343Buttons 110NNavigation systemOperating 117See separate COMAND* operating in-structi

363IndexOutside temperature indicator 107Overdue service 249Overhead control panel 27Overspeed range 343PPaintwork 252Panic alarm 72Panic button on Sm

364IndexPower windows 186Side windows 186Synchronizing 188Practical hintsFirst aid kit 284Fuses 317Lamp in center console 263Lamps in instrument clust

365IndexRemoving 93Rear seatsAdjusting head restraint height 91Rear view mirror automatic antiglare 146Rear view mirrors see MirrorsRear window defros

366IndexRON 234RON (Research Octane Number) 344Roof rack 197Rotating wheels 246Rubber partsCleaning 256SSafetyOccupant 56Safety belts see Seat belts 4

367IndexDaytime running lamp mode 125, 126Exterior rear view mirror parking position 97Higher speed in cruise control 196Hours (clock) 122Individua

368IndexSignal strength (telephone*) 135Simultaneous wiping and washingWindshield wipers 50Single wipe 50Sliding/pop-up roofClosing 190, 292Opening 19

369IndexManual adjustment 38Stolen vehicleTracking services 214StoppingSliding/pop-up roof 191Windows 187Storage compartmentsArmrest 201Glove box 200V

37Getting startedAdjustingFolding backrest forward왘 Pull release lever 1 forward and fold the seat backrest forward.Vehicles with manual seat adjustme

370IndexTar stains 252Technical data 332Brake fluid 332Coolant 330Coolants 336Electrical system 327Engine 324Engine oil 332Engine oil additives 332Fle

371IndexTire inflation pressureChecking 235, 245Tire speed rating 228, 345Tire traction 227Tires 244, 325Collapsible 342Consumer information 339Direct

372IndexDriver’s door in an emergency 288Fuel filler flap 233Gear selector lever manually 291Global 83In an emergency 288Individual settings 83Trunk l

373IndexWood trims 256Vehicle jack 286Vehicle lightingChecking 235Vehicle tool kit 285Alignment bolt 285Spare fuses 285Special fuse puller 285Towing e

374IndexWinter tires 247Wiper bladesCleaning 254Installing 300Removing 300Replacing 300WipingAnd washing simultaneously 50Interval 49With windshield w

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

38Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel adjustment, manual1 Handle왘 To unlock the steering column, pull handle 1 out until its stop limit.왘 Move stee

39Getting startedAdjustingMirrorsAdjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffi

ContentsAutomatic central locking ... 87Locking and unlocking from the inside ... 88Seats...

40Getting startedAdjustingExterior rear view mirrors The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.1 Adjustment button2 Passenger side mirror

41Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltWarning! GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or carp

42Getting startedDrivingThe seat belt presenter for driver and pas-senger makes it easier to put on the seat belt.1 Seat belt presenter왘 Manually adju

43Getting startedDriving1 Latch plate2 Release button3 Buckle왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt from the belt outlet.왘 Place the belt over your sho

44Getting startedDriving앫 Ensure that the seat belt is always fit-ted snugly. You should avoid wearing bulky clothing, such as winter coats, when trav

45Getting startedDrivingStarting왘 Depress brake pedal.왘 Make sure the gearshift lever is in neu-tral position (no gear selected).왘 Fully depress clutc

46Getting startedDrivingStarting difficultiesIf the engine does not start as described, carry out the following steps:왘 Turn SmartKey in starter to po

47Getting startedDrivingAfter a cold start, the automatic transmis-sion shifts at a higher engine revolution. This allows the catalytic converter to r

48Getting startedDrivingSwitching on headlampsExterior lamp switch1 Off2 Low beam headlamps on왘 Turn the switch to B.For more information on headlamps

49Getting startedDrivingWindshield wipersThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Single wipe2 Switchi

ContentsOpening and closing the roller sun-blinds for the panorama sliding/pop-up roof ... 189Opening and closing the panorama sliding/pop-up roof

50Getting startedDrivingSingle wipe왘 Press switch briefly in the direction of arrow 1.The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid.Wiping

51Getting startedDrivingThe coolant temperature is over 248°F (120°C)The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.왘 Stop the vehicle as

52Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

53Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 48).For more information on headlamps, see “Li

54Getting startedParking and lockingAllow the retractor to completely re-wind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate.왘 After exiting the vehicle, pr

55Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarm*Driving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

56Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왔 Occupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehic

57Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAirbagsWarning! GIn the event that the SRS malfunction indica-tor lamp comes on during driving or does not come on

58Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper opera-tion of vehicle controls. The

59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyquarter trim panels where the side air-bag inflates. This could result in serious injuries or death should the sid

ContentsPractical hints... 257What to do if … ... 258Lamps in instrument cluster...

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and airbagWarning! G앫 Damaged seat belts or belts

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe front passenger side impact airbag will only deploy if the system senses that the front passenger seat is occu

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GNever ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined posit

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD)The seat belts are equipped with emergen-cy tensioning devices and belt force lim

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren in the vehicleIf an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle:앫 Secure the child using an infa

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyiFor information on child seats with mounting fittings for tether anchorag-es, see “Installation of infant and chi

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM airbag deactivation systemSpecial BabySmartTM compatible child seats, designed for use with the Merced

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test BabySmartTM1 without special child seat installedAfter turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to pos

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systemsAnchorage rings 1 are located on the back side of the rear backr

ContentsTechnical terms... 341Index... 347

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Fold up anchorage ring 1.왘 Securely fasten hook 2, which is part of the tether strap, to anchorage ring 1.Child

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GChildren too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position

72Safety and SecurityPanic alarm*왔 Panic alarm*An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 2½ minutes.1 Â buttonActiva

73Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems왔 Driving safety systemsIn this section you will find informations on the following driving safety systems:

74Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsEmergency brake maneuver왘 Keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal.For more information, see “Pract

75Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsESPThe Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction

76Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 261).Switching off the ESPTo improve the vehicle’s trac

77Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsIf one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP warning lamp v in the speed-ometer dial flashes, regardle

78Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activat

79Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming the alarm systemThe alarm system is disarmed when you unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey. The turn

80Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming tow-away alarmTo prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm be-fore

81Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory function*LightingInstrument clusterControl systemManual transmissionAutomatic transmission*Good v

82Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왔In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment inst

83Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the do

84Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 4 comes on brief-ly to indicate that the Smart

85Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the in-side. Open door only when conditions

86Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe trunk can also be opened from its in-side in an emergency, see “Trunk lid emer-gency release” (컄 page 86)

87Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIllumination of the emergency release but-ton:앫 The button will flash for 30 minutes af-ter opening the trunk

88Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking and unlocking from the insideYou can lock or unlock the doors and the trunk lid from inside using the

89Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see “Adjusting” (컄 page 32).Easy-entry/exit feature*With the easy-entry/exit featu

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

90Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing front seat head restraintsFor more information on head restraint ad-justment, see “Adjusting” (컄 page

91Controls in detailSeatsFront seat head restraints, power seat*Removing front seat head restraints왘 Press switch 1 upwards and hold until the head re

92Controls in detailSeatsFolding head restraints backThe rear seat head restraints can be folded backward for increased visibility.1 Release button왘 P

93Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing rear seat head restraints1 Release buttonRemoving rear seat head restraints왘 Fold back head restraint

94Controls in detailSeatsSwitching on seat heating왘 Press upper switch position 1.A red indicator lamp on the switch comes on.Switching off seat heati

95Controls in detailMemory function*왔 Memory function*The memory button and stored position switch are located on the door.You can store up to three d

96Controls in detailMemory function*1 Memory button2 Stored position button왘 Make sure the ignition is switched on or the relevant door is open and th

97Controls in detailMemory function*Storing exterior rear view mirror park-ing positionFor easier parking, you can adjust the pas-senger-side exterior

98Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see the “Getting started” section (컄

99Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch.Auto