Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2014 Owner's Manual page 203

Refuelling
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Problems with the transmission
Problem
The transmission has
problems shifting gear.
The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no
longer changes gear.
Problems with hybrid operation (
Transfer case
This section only applies to vehicles with all-
wheel drive (4MATIC). The front and rear
axles are constantly driven.
! Performance tests may only be carried
out on a two-axle roller dynamometer. Oth-
erwise, the braking system or the transfer
case could be damaged. Contact a qualified
specialist workshop for more information
on performance tests.
! Since ESP ®
ignition must be switched off (the key or
Start/Stop button must be in position 0 or
1) if:
the electric parking brake is being tested
R
using a brake dynamometer.
the vehicle is being towed with only one
R
axle raised (not permitted for vehicles
with 4MATIC).
The brake system could otherwise be dam-
aged.
Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
The transmission is losing oil.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
X
shop immediately.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.
Stop.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Wait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.
X
Shift the transmission to position D or R.
X
If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is
selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
X
shop immediately.
page 282).
Y
engages automatically, the
! Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed
with the front or rear axle raised; otherwise,
the transmission may be damaged.
Refuelling
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo-
sion.
You must avoid fire, naked flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine
and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before
refuelling.
G WARNING
Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a danger of injury.
Do not swallow fuel or let it come into contact
with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale fuel