Useful Information; Important Safety Notes; Operation - Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Operator's Manual

Operation

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Useful information

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This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip-
ment of your vehicle available at the time of
publication of the Operator's Manual.
Country-specific differences are possible.
Please note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all features described. This
also applies to safety-related systems and
functions.
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Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops (

Important safety notes

G WARNING
If wheels and tires of the wrong size are used,
the wheel brakes or suspension components
may be damaged. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
Always replace wheels and tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the original
part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to use the
correct:
designation
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model
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When replacing tires, make sure to use the
correct:
designation
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manufacturer
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model
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WARNING
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A flat tire severely impairs the driving, steer-
ing and braking characteristics of the vehicle.
There is a risk of accident.
Tires without run-flat characteristics:
do not drive with a flat tire.
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immediately replace the flat tire with your
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emergency spare wheel or spare wheel, or
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
page 26).
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Tires with run-flat characteristics:
pay attention to the information and warn-
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ing notices on MOExtended tires (tires with
run-flat characteristics).
Accessories that are not approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being
used correctly can impair the operating
safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist work-
shop and inquire about:
suitability
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legal stipulations
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factory recommendations
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Information on the dimensions and types of
wheels and tires for your vehicle can be found
in the "Wheel/tire combinations" section
( page 329).
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Information on air pressure for the tires on
your vehicle can be found:
on the vehicle's Tire and Loading Informa-
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tion placard on the B-pillar (
on the tire pressure label on the fuel filler
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flap ( page 149)
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under "Tire pressure" (
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Modification work on the brake system and
wheels is not permitted. The use of spacers or
brake dust shields is not permitted. This inva-
lidates the general operating permit for the
vehicle.
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Further information on wheels and tires
can be obtained at any qualified specialist
workshop.
Operation
Information on driving
If the vehicle is heavily loaded, check the
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tire pressures and correct them if neces-
sary.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations,
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noises and unusual handling characteris-
page 312)
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page 306)
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