Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS WAGON C 240 Operator's Manual page 8

Contents
Driving systems ................................. 247
Cruise control............................... 247
Loading .............................................. 250
Roof rack*.................................... 250
Parcel net in cargo
compartment................................ 250
Storage compartment under
cargo compartment floor.............. 251
Retractable luggage cover and
partition net ................................. 252
Split rear bench seat .................... 254
Loading instructions..................... 256
Cargo tie-down rings .................... 257
Useful features .................................. 258
Storage compartments................. 258
Ashtrays ....................................... 262
Cigarette lighter ........................... 264
Electrical outlet ............................ 264
Telephone*................................... 265
Tele Aid* ...................................... 266
Garage door opener* ................... 274
Operation ......................................... 281
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)......... 282
Driving instructions............................ 283
Drive sensibly - save fuel............. 283
Drinking and driving ..................... 283
Pedals .......................................... 283
Power assistance ......................... 283
Brakes.......................................... 284
Driving off .................................... 285
Parking......................................... 285
Tires ............................................. 286
Hydroplaning................................ 286
Tire traction.................................. 287
Tire speed rating .......................... 287
Winter driving instructions ........... 288
Standing water............................. 289
Passenger compartment .............. 289
Driving abroad.............................. 290
Control and operation of radio
transmitter ................................... 290
Catalytic converter....................... 291
Emission control .......................... 291
Coolant temperature.................... 292
At the gas station .............................. 293
Refueling...................................... 293
Check regularly and before
a long trip..................................... 295
Engine compartment ......................... 296
Hood ............................................ 296
Engine oil ..................................... 298
Transmission fluid level................ 300
Coolant level ................................ 301
Battery ......................................... 302
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*......... 303
Tires and wheels................................ 304
Important guidelines .................... 304
Tire care and maintenance........... 305
Direction of rotation..................... 307
Loading the vehicle ...................... 307
Recommended tire inflation
pressure....................................... 313
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 315
Tire labeling ................................. 317
Load identification ....................... 321
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................. 322