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Mercedes-Benz W202 Owner's Manual

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Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
Fuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and operating conditions. To save fuel you should:
• keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures,
• remove unnecessary loads,
• remove roof rack when not in use,
• allow engine to warm up under low load use,
• avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration,
• have all maintenance work performed at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly country.
• Fuel:
To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air, fully insert filler nozzle unit. Only fill fuel tank until the filler nozzle
unit cuts out - do not overfill. Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the "Check Engine" lamp to
illuminate. Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane Index 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON).
Fuel tank capacity approx. 16.4 US gal (62.0 I).
This includes approx. 2.1 US gal (8.0 I) reserve.
Warning !
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous, it burns violently and can cause serious injury. Whenever you
are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extinguish all smoking materials. Never allow
sparks, flame or smoking materials near gasoline!
• Engine Oil:
Engine oil level check, see Index.
Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level: 2.1 US qt (2.0 I).
Recommended engine oils, see Index.
• Spark Plugs:
Approved spark plugs, refer to "Technical Data".
• Coolant:
For normal replenishing, use water (potable water quality).
For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/antifreeze), refer to Index.
MERCEDES-BENZ
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
1-800-FOR MERCEDES (in the USA.)
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
What You Should Know
at the Gas Station

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  • Page 1 • avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration, • have all maintenance work performed at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly country.
  • Page 2 • Bulbs: High beam: HI (55 W), low beam: H7 (55 W), low beam: Xenon (optional) fog lamps: HI (55 W), turn signal lamps, parking and standing lamps, front: 2357 NA (28.5/8.3 W/30/2.2 cp), stop lamps: 21 W/32 cp, backup lamps: 21 W/32 cp, turn signal lamps, rear: 21 W/32 cp, tail, parking, side marker and standing lamp: 5 W/4 cp, tail and parking lamp, passenger side: 21/4 W,...
  • Page 3 Instruments and Controls 16. Left front seat heater switch For more detailed descriptions see Index. 17. ASR or ESP control switch For adjustments of air outlets, refer to Automatic 18. Switch for rear seat head restraints Climate Control (see Index). 19.
  • Page 4 Instrument Cluster 8. Main odometer, or FSS indicator. See 1. Coolant temperature gauge. See Index Index 2. Fuel gauge with reserve and fuel cap 9. Right turn signal indicator lamp (green) placement warning lamp (yellow). See Index 10. Tachometer. See Index 3.
  • Page 5 Indicator Lamp Symbols Function Indicator Lamp Battery not being charged properly. See Index High beam Warning Lamps (should go out with the engine running unless) Exterior lamp failure. See Index ASR or ESP. BAS malfunction. See Index Adjust driving to road condition. See Index ASR malfunction.
  • Page 6 Catalytic Converter Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet.
  • Page 7 The battery charge indicator lamp should go out as soon as the engine has started. In areas where temperatures frequently drop below -4°F (-20°C) we recommend that an engine block heater be installed. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will advise you on this subject. Turning Off Turn the electronic key in the steering lock to position 0 to stop the engine.
  • Page 8 Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir. Have the brake system inspected at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately. All checks and maintenance work on the brake system should be carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Install only brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 9 Tires Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a depth of approximately1/16 in (1.5 mm), at which point the tire is considered worn and should be replaced. The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.
  • Page 10 Do not drive through flooded areas or water of unknown depth. If you must drive through deep water, drive slowly to prevent water from entering the engine compartment or being ingested by the air intake, possibly causing damage to electrical components or wiring, to engine or transmission that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

  • Page 11: Side Air Outlet, Adjustable

    Automatic Climate Control The system is always at operational readiness, except when manually 1. Air volume control for center air outlet, switched off. The automatic climate control only operates with the turn wheel up to open engine running. The temperature selector should be left 2.
  • Page 12 Basic Setting - Automatic Mode Press for automatic mode. Simultaneously press both land for temperature setting of 72°F. Air volume and distribution are controlled Display and Controls automatically. This setting can be used all year Press to activate, indicator lamp is on while activated. around.
  • Page 13 Rear Window Defroster Air Distribution Special Settings Turn key in steering lock to position 2. (use only for short duration) To select, press button. Defogging Windows Press button repeatedly until To cancel, press button again. Switch off button. the requested symbol is displayed. Note: Press .
  • Page 14 Air Recirculation This mode can be selected to prevent annoying odours or dust from entering the car's interior. Outside air is not supplied to the car's interior. To select, press button. To cancel, press button again. The system will automatically switch from recirculated air to fresh air •...
  • Page 15 To prevent access to trunk or storage ately. compartments lock them separ Obtaining replacement Keys Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
  • Page 16 Removing the electronic key from the steering lock activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be started. Inserting the electronic key in the steering lock deactivates the start lock-out. Note: In case the engine cannot be started, the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes.
  • Page 17 Central Locking System Radio Frequency and Infrared Remote Control The electronic main key has an integrated radio and infrared remote control. Due to the extended operational range the remote control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button. A command received by the central locking system is acknowledged by the function control lamp blinking once.
  • Page 18 Locking and Unlocking Unlocking: Press transmit button . All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked. The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking methods (see below): Selective unlocking mode. Press transmit button once to unlock driver's door and fuel filler flap.
  • Page 19 Opening the Trunk A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft ( 1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Press transmit button until trunk lid is open. Important ! Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is locked again when closing the lid. Note: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked (see Index).
  • Page 20 Panic Button To activate press and hold button (1) for at least one second. The alarm will last for approximately 3 minutes in form of blinking exterior lamps, and an additional horn will sound intermittently To deactivate press button (1) again, or insert electronic key in steering lock.
  • Page 21 Doors 1. Opening - pull handle 2. Unlocking 3. Locking 4. Individual door from inside: • Push lock button down to lock. • Pull lock button up to unlock. When you lock the car, all door lock buttons should move down. If any one stays up, the respective door is not properly closed.
  • Page 22 Central locking switch 1. Locking 2. Unlocking The central locking switch is located in the center console. The doors can only be locked with the central locking switch, if the front doors are closed. If the car was previously locked with the remote control or key, the doors and trunk cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch.
  • Page 23 Trunk 0 - Neutral position - push to open 1 - Unlocking 2 - Locking (detent) 3 - Separate locking of trunk - remove mechanical key in this position. When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle.
  • Page 24 Power Windows and Sliding/Pop-Up Roof 1 - Opening 2 - Interrupting 3 - Closing When locking doors or trunk, turn mechanical key in door lock or trunk lock to position 3 and hold. The windows and the sliding/pop-up roof begin to close automatically after approximately 1 second. To interrupt the closing procedure, turn mechanical key to position 2.
  • Page 25 Antitheft Alarm System 1. Indicator lamp in switch located in center console The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remotecontrol or any of your vehicle's mechanical keys by locking or unlocking the driver's door or the trunk. A blinking lamp (1) indicates that the alarm is armed.
  • Page 26 Warning ! Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side airbag when it is properly installed.
  • Page 27 Manual Seat (Standard equipment on Model C 230 passenger side) 1. Fore/aft adjustment 2. Seat height adjustment 3. Seat cushion inclination adjustment 4. Seat back adjustment 5. Head restraint inclination 6. Head restraint height Fore/aft Adjustment Lift handle (1), slide seat to desired position and allow handle to reengage. Check for proper engagement before driving.
  • Page 28 Multicontour Seat (optional) 1. Seat cushion depth 2. Backrest bottom 3. Backrest center 4. Side bolster adjustment Some models may be equipped with multicontour seats. These seats have movable seat cushions, and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support. The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied with regulators (1, 2 and 3) after turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 2.
  • Page 29 Heated Seats (optional) The front seat heater switches are located in the center console. The front seat heaters can be switched on with the electronic key in steering lock positions 1 or 2. Press switch to turn on heater: 1. Normal heating mode. One indicator lamp in the switch lights up. 2.
  • Page 30 Armrest (Rear Bench Seat) Pull down the armrest. For removal of rear seat cushion, see Index. Cup Holder in Rear Bench Armrest Briefly press drawer and pull out to its detent. Caution! Keep cup holder closed while travelling. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills.
  • Page 31 Head Restraints, Rear Folding head restraints backward (with engine running): Press symbol-side of rocker switch to release the head restraints. The head restraints will then fold backward for increased visibility. Placing head restraints upright: Pull head restraint forward until it locks in position. Angle of head restraints: The head restraint angle can be adjusted manually.
  • Page 32 For your safety and that of your passengers we strongly recommend their use. Warning ! Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart? compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart? system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed.
  • Page 33 Fastening of Seat Belts 1. Latch plate 2. Buckle 3. Release button 4. Button for belt outlet eight adjustment Push latch plate (1) into buckle (2) until it clicks. Do not twist the belt. A twisted seat belt may cause injury. The lap belt should be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen.
  • Page 34 Warning ! USE CHILD RESTRAINTS PROPERLY. Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized Baby Smart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed.
  • Page 35 BabySmart™ Airbag Deactivation System Special child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer are required for use with the BabySmart™ airbag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, the passenger front airbag will not deploy. The indicator lamp located on the center console will be illuminated, except with electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0.
  • Page 36 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) The term Supplemental Restraint System means that airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts. Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus seat belts in impacts for which the airbags were designed to operate, and do not afford any protection whatsoever in crashes for which the system is not designed to deploy.
  • Page 37 Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) The seat belts for the front seats are equipped with emergency tensioning retractors. These tensioning retractors are located in each belt's inertia reel and become operationally ready with the electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2.
  • Page 38 In the event a malfunction of the "SRS" is indicated as outlined above, the "SRS" may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the "SRS" may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unneccesarily which could also result in injury.
  • Page 39 The service life of the airbags extends to the date indicated on the label located on the driverside door latch post. To provide continued reliability after that date, they should be inspected by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer at that time and replaced when necessary.
  • Page 40 Please read and observe warning labels affixed to inside of vehicle. Warning ! Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed.
  • Page 41 1. Locking handle, left backrest 2. Locking handle, right backrest 3. Pass-through 4. Indicator, right backrest lock, visible in unlocked position 5. Indicator, left backrest lock, not visible in locked position Enlarged Cargo Area. Split Folding Rear Seat Backrest On vehicles with optional split folding rear seat backrest you can fold down the two sections separately to enlarge the cargo area.
  • Page 42 Loading instructions (Vehicles with enlarged cargo area) The total load weight including vehicle occupants and luggage/ cargo should not exceed the vehicle capacity weight indicated on the certification tag which can be found on the left door pillar. The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution.
  • Page 43 Cargo Tie-Down Rings (Vehicles with enlarged cargo area) 1. Ring Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all four rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo. Shelf below Rear Window Warning! The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects. This will avoid such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident or sudden maneuver.
  • Page 44 Steering Lock 0 - The electronic key can be withdrawn in this position only. The steering is locked with the electronic key removed from the steering lock. The electronic key an be removed only with the selector lever in position "P" and the foot off the brake pedal.

  • Page 45: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Combination Switch 1. Low beam (exterior lamp switch position 2. High beam (exterior lamp switch position 3. High beam flasher (high beam available independent of exterior lamp switch position) 4. Turn signals, right 5. Turn signals, left To signal minor directional changes, such as changing lanes on a highway, move combination switch to the point of resistance only and hold it there.
  • Page 46 Windshield Washer Fluid Mixing Ratio For temperatures above freezing: MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "S" and water 1 part "S" to 100 parts water (40 ml "S" to 1 gallon water). For temperature below freezing: MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "S" and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze 1 part "S"...
  • Page 47 Exterior Lamp Switch Parking lamps (also side marker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel lamps) Canada only: When the engine is running, the low beam is additionally switched on. Parking lamps plus low beam or high beam headlamps (combination switch pushed forward). Standing lamps, right (turn left one stop).
  • Page 48 When exiting the vehicle after driving with the exterior lamps on, they switch on again for added illumination for approximately 30 seconds after closing the last door. The lamp-on time period can be changed at your Mercedes-Benz dealer. Inside Rear View Mirror Manually adjust the mirror.
  • Page 49 Exterior Rear View Mirrors The switch is located on the center console. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2. First select the mirror to be adjusted - press button: Left mirror Right mirror To adjust, toggle the switch forward, backward or to either side. Vehicles with automatic brightness response of inside rear view mirror: With the electronic key in steering lock position 2, the driver's side mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity.
  • Page 50 Ashtrays Center Console, Front To remove ashtray: Push sliding knob (1) toward the right to eject the insert. To install ashtray: Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage. By touching the top of the cover lightly, the ashtray opens automatically. Prior to removing the ashtray insert, move the gear selector lever to position "N".
  • Page 51 Lighter Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. Push in lighter (1); it will pop out automatically when hot. Warning ! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter, they are extremely hot, hold at knob only. Note: The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W Sun Visors...
  • Page 52 Interior Lighting 1. Door contact switch: Press once and interior lamps are switched on when opening a door. Interior lamps are switched on, and off (soft fade) delayed, when unlocking or locking the vehicle, or when opening or closing a door. However, there will be no (soft fade) delay when the electronic key is in steering lock position 2 Press again and interior lamps remain switched off, even when centrally unlocking or opening a door.
  • Page 53 Storage Compartments and Cupholder Glove Box 1. Unlocking: Turn mechanical key to vertical position and remove. 2. Locking: Turn mechanical key to the right and remove. 3. Opening: Pull on handle. Caution! Keep compartment lids closed. This will prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident.
  • Page 54 Sliding/Pop-Up Roof (optional) 1. to slide roof open 2. to slide roof closed 3. to raise roof at rear 4. to lower roof at rear Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. The switch is illuminated when the exterior lamps are switched on (except standing lamps).
  • Page 55 Power Windows Switches for: 1. left, front 2. left, rear 3. right, front 4. right, rear 5. Switch for rear door window override 6. individual switches (rear doors) in rear doors on center console, front in rear doors Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. Press switch in to resistance point: to open to close...
  • Page 56 Instrument Lamps Press + or - button to vary intensity of instrument lamps. Display illumination The display for temperature, odometer, oil level indicator, FSS indicator and clock is illuminated briefly when opening the driver door. The display illumination brightness responds automatically according to changes in the surrounding light sensitivity.
  • Page 57 Trunk Lid Release Switch The switch is located on the center console. A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. To open the trunk, the vehicle must be parked and unlocked. Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open. The indicator lamp remains on with trunk lid open.
  • Page 58 Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener. If you should experience difficulties with programming the transmitter, contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the U.S.A. only) at 1-800-FOR- MERCedes. For operation in the USA only: This devise complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 59 Ski Sack (optional) Unfolding 1. Fold armrest (1) down. 6. Wrap strap around ski sack and 8. Connect snap hook (6) of front 2. Swing cover (2) up and unfold. armrest (4). strap to eye (7) located on center Vehicles with enlarged cargo area 7.
  • Page 60 10. Close ski sack compartment cover (2) respectively (3). Removal of Ski Sack For removal of the ski sack we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer Warning ! Never drive vehicle with trunk lid open while the ski sack is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.
  • Page 61 Cellular Telephone The vehicle is prepared for the installation of a cellular telephone. For further information and installation contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Warning ! Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving a vehicle. Whether or not prohibited by law, for safety reasons, the driver should not use the cellular telephone while the vehicle is in motion.

  • Page 62: Parking Brake Pedal

    Drinking and Driving Warning ! Drinking and driving can be a very dangerous combination. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgement. The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident is sharply increased when you drink and drive. Please don't drink and drive or allow anyone to drive after drinking.
  • Page 63 Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon • Selector lever position • Program mode selector • Accelerator position • Vehicle speed Important ! When parking the car or before working on the vehicle with the engine running, firmly depress the parking brake pedal and shift the selector lever into "P".
  • Page 64 Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with selector lever in "N" can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. D - The transmission automatically upshifts through 5th gear. Position "D" provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions.
  • Page 65 4. Wait 10 seconds. 5. Restart the engine. 6. Move selector lever to position "D" (for 2nd gear), or move selector lever to position "R" (for reverse gear). Have the transmission checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 66 When you step on the brake or the vehicle speed drops below approx. 22 rnph (35 km/h), for example when driving upgrade, the cruise control will be canceled. If the cruise control cancels by itself and remains inoperative until the engine is restarted, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible. 4. Resume If the lever is briefly pushed to position 4 when driving at a speed exceeding approx.
  • Page 67 The low engine oil level warning light should not be ignored. Extended driving with the light illuminated could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. In addition to the warning lamp, the engine oil level should be periodically checked with the dipstick (or via the odometer display - Model 280 only), for...
  • Page 68 Red marking on tachometer: Excessive engine speed. Avoid this engine speed, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For engine protection, the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking.
  • Page 69 266°F (130°C). During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to the red marking. The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature in the red zone. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 70 The low engine coolant level warning light should not be ignored. Extended driving with the light illuminated may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. In cases of major or frequent minor coolant loss, have the cooling system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 71 It goes out when the engine is running. If the indicator lamp lights up during braking, this indicates that the brake pads are worn down. Have the brake system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible. Brake Warning Lamp With the electronic key in steering lock position 2, the brake warning lamp will come on.
  • Page 72 When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or more days at a time, such days will not be counted. Any such days not counted by the FSS can be added by your Mercedes-Benz dealer. The interval between services is determined by the kind of vehicle operation.
  • Page 73 ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off. In this case, the brake system functions in the usual manner, but without antilock assistance. Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible. Warning ! ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction made available by the road conditions.
  • Page 74 BAS is operational. With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS, ASR or ESP are also switched off. Both malfunction indicator lamps come on with the engine running. Have the BAS, ASR or ESP checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 75 If the BAS malfunctions, the brake system functions in the usual manner, but without BAS. Have the BAS or ASR checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible. With the ABS malfunctioning, the ASR is also switched off. Driving the vehicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to rotate at different speeds, therefore the acceleration slip regulation may activate (yellow ASR warning lamp in speedometer dial comes on).
  • Page 76 BAS. Have the BAS or ESP checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible. With the ABS malfunctioning, the ESP is also switched off. Driving the vehicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to rotate at different speeds, therefore the electronic stability program may activate (yellow ESP warning lamp in speedometer dial comes on).
  • Page 77 Mercedes-Benz authorized dealer technicians. Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing requirements. For details refer to the Service Booklet.
  • Page 78 "Technical Data" (see Index). Travelling Abroad Abroad, there is a widely-spread Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to travel into areas which are not listed in the index of your dealer directory, you should request pertinent information from your...
  • Page 79 Hood To open: To unlock the hood, pull release lever (1) under the driver's side of the instrument panel. At the same time handle (2) will extend out of the radiator grill (it may be necessary to lift the hood up slightly). Caution ! To avoid damage to the windshield wiper or hood, open the hood only with wiper in the parked position.
  • Page 80 Example Checking Coolant Level To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine stopped. Check coolant level only when coolant is cold. Adding Coolant If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 mixture of water and MB anticorrosion/antifreeze should be added. The drain plugs for the cooling system are located on the right side of the engine block and at the bottom of the radiator.
  • Page 81 Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level is approximately 2.1 US qt (2.0 I). Do not overfill the engine. Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned. It could cause damage to engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For low engine oil level warning lamp, see Index.
  • Page 82 Perform the oil level check with the dipstick, if it cannot be completed via the odometer display field. In this case we recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes-Benz dealer.
  • Page 83 Trunk Lamp If the trunk is to remain open for a long period of time, the trunk lamp can be switched off by pulling out the plunger in the switch (arrow). This prevents the vehicle battery from being discharged. When the trunk lid is closed, the switch will reset and turn on the lamp next time the lid is opened.
  • Page 84 First Aid Kit 1. Opening lid The first aid kit is stored in the shelf below the rear window. Spare Wheel, Vehicle Tools, Storage Compartment 1. Trunk floor 2. Handle 3. Luggage bowl 4. Vehicle tools 5. Tab Lift trunk floor and engage handle in upper edge of the trunk. To remove spare tire: Turn luggage bowl counterclockwise and remove.
  • Page 85 Vehicle Jack 1. Jack arm 2. Jack base See illustration for proper storage of jack. Before storing the jack on the felt in the spare wheel well, the jack arm must be lowered almost to the base of the jack. Warning ! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle.
  • Page 86 Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them. When replacing rims, use only genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular rim type. Failure to do so can result in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident.
  • Page 87 2. Wheel bolt for model 230 und C 28 Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for further information. Warning ! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle.
  • Page 88 Changing Wheels Move vehicle to a level area which is a safe distance from the road way. 1. Set parking brake and turn on hazard warning flasher. 2. Move selector lever to position "P" and turn off engine. 3. Prevent vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks (not supplied with vehicle) or sizable wood block or stone.
  • Page 89 Tire Inflation Pressure A table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire inflation pressures specified for Mercedes-Benz recommended tires as well as for the varying operating conditions. Important ! Tire pressure changes by approx. 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage - especially in the winter.
  • Page 90 Exterior Lamps Headlamp Adjustment Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Check and readjust headlamps at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Headlamp Assembly 1. Cover for low beam headlamp bulb, fog lamp, and level for vertical adjustment 2.
  • Page 91 Bulb for High Beam H1 (55 W) Open hood. Move retaining clamps (4) aside and remove cover (3). Pull off electrical connector (10). Unhook clamping ring and pull out bulb together with clamping ring. Remove bulb. Insert new bulb (seating properly in cutouts of bulb socket), mount clamping ring.
  • Page 92 Adjusting Headlamp Aim (Halogen) Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. To check and readjust a headlamp do the following: • Horizontal aim will change and must be corrected as described below, whenever a vertical adjustment is made. • Low beam adjustments simultaneously aim the high beam and fog lamp. •...
  • Page 93 (low beam) illuminate the test screen as shown. The left and right headlamps must be adjusted individually. Note: If it is not possible to obtain a proper headlamp adjustment, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
  • Page 94 Taillamp Assemblies 1. Stop lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb) 2. Turn signal lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb) 3. Backup lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb) 4. Tail, parking, side marker and standing lamp (5 W/4 cp bulb) 5. Passenger side: Tail and parking lamp (21/4W bulb) Driver's side: Tail, parking and rear fog lamp (21/4 bulb) To replace bulbs: From inside trunk, open locks and swing open lamp cover.
  • Page 95 Battery Warning ! Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injury or death. Never lean over batteries while connecting, you might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or clothing. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary.
  • Page 96 Fuses 1. Main fuse box in engine compartment 2. Auxiliary fuse box in trunk 3. Auxiliary fuse in trunk 4. Auxiliary fuse in engine compartment Before replacing a blown fuse, determine the cause of the short circuit. Spare fuses are supplied inside the main fuse box.
  • Page 97 Jump Starting Warning ! Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting, you might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or clothing.

  • Page 98: Combination Switch

    All except C 43 AMG C 43 AMG Towing the Vehicle The rear towing eye is located at the right, below the bumper. The front towing eye is located on the passenger side behind a cover in the bumper panel. Models C 230 and C 280: Cover removal: Insert finger in recess on left end of cover and pull cover out.
  • Page 99 In such cases it is best to seek aid at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. The following topics deal with the cleaning and care of your vehicle and give important "how-to" information as well as references to Mercedes-Benz approved car care products.
  • Page 100 Replace damaged wiper blades. Paintwork. Painted Body Components Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not "bead up"; normally in 3 to 5 months, depending on climate and washing detergent used.

  • Page 101: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster Use a gentle dish-washing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a cloth moistened in lukewarm solution. Do not use scouring agents.
  • Page 102 Electronic Main Key Remote Control 1. Transmit buttons 2. Lamp for battery check and function control Checking Batteries: If one of the transmit buttons is pressed, the function control lamp briefly illuminates - indicating that the batteries are in order. Change batteries if the function control lamp does not come on. Changing Batteries: Move lock (1) in direction of right arrow and slide out mechanical key (2, left arrow).
  • Page 103 Front Head Restraints Warning ! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.
  • Page 104 Rear Seat Cushion Removal: Push in locking tabs (on left and right side of seat) and pull up seat at the front. Installation: Slide rear edge of cushion under the backrest. Push front of cushion down until it locks in place. Caution! Watch out for sharp edges when removing or installing the rear seat cushion, and make sure that it is securely locked in place again, to prevent personal injury.
  • Page 105 Replacing Wiper Blade Insert For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering lock before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury. Notes: Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward. Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be scratched or broken.
  • Page 106 In case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, pull the manual release knob while simultaneously opening the fuel filler flap. Roof Rack Use only those roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manufacturer's installation instructions. Mount supports only between markings on border of roof which...
  • Page 107 For dimensions of the poly-V-belt, see Technical Data in Index. Spare Parts Service All authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
  • Page 108 Identification Labels When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers. 1 Certification Label 2 Vehicle Identification No. 3 Identification Label lower edge of windshield) 4 Engine No. C 230, rear left, C 280, rear right, C 43 AMG, rear right 5 Body No.
  • Page 109 3. Emission performance warranty 4. California emission control systems warranty. Loss of Owner's Service and Warranty Information Booklet Should you lose your Owner's Service and Warranty Information booklet, have your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you.
  • Page 110 15-22ft.lb. (20-30 Mm) 59.0 in (1499 mm) Track, rear 57.6 in (1464mm) 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Weights See certification tag dealer for the correspon-ding data of ali special bodies and special equipment, Roof load max.
  • Page 111 220 lb(100 kg) Track, 59.0 in (1499 mm) front Track, rear 57.6 in (1464mm) 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon-ding data of ali special bodies and special equipment,...
  • Page 112 Technical Data C 43 AMG Model C 43 AMG (202 033) Rims and All season Tires Rims Engine Front axle AMG light /2J x 17 H 2 alloy rims 1.38 in (35 mm) Wheel offset Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, Rear axle gasoline injection AMG light...
  • Page 113 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Roof load max. 220 lb(100 kg) dealer for the correspon-ding data of ali special bodies and special equipment, Trunk load max. 220 lb(100 kg) 2 Use correct wheel bolts.
  • Page 114 Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. - Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Model Capacity...
  • Page 115 Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, use only engine oils recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Information on recommended brands is available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Please follow service Booklet recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so could result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 116 Do not blend other specific fuel additives with fuel. They only result in unnecessary cost, and may be harmful to the engine operation. Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 117 (have cooling system checked for signs of leakage). The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water. If you are not sure about the water quality, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts.
  • Page 118 Consumer Information This has been prepared as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966". Uniform Tire Quality Grading Refer to the tire sidewall for the specific tire grades for the tires with which this vehicle is equipped.
  • Page 119 Problems with your Vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required.
  • Page 120 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz of North America Inc.. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
  • Page 121 Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury. If you have any question about carrying out some service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
  • Page 122 Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip The engine compartment of model C 230 is illustrated. 1. Fuel Supply Open flap by pushing near front (arrow). Turn fuel cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then remove cap.

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