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Mercedes-Benz pmn Operator's Manual

Mercedes-benz c-class sedan operator's manual
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual C-Class Sedan...
  • Page 2 Ê4CtQr7Ë 2035844982 Order No. 6515 0135 13 Part No. 203 584 49 82 USA Edition A 2005...
  • Page 3 C 230 Kompressor Sport C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC C 320 Sport C 55 AMG...
  • Page 4 Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen-...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Operator’s Manual ... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ... 11 Maintenance ... 12 Roadside Assistance ... 12 Change of address or ownership... 12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada...
  • Page 6 Contents Safety and Security ... 57 Occupant safety... 58 Air bags ... 59 Seat belts ... 64 Children in the vehicle... 67 Blocking of rear door window operation... 75 Panic alarm* ... 76 Activating ... 76 Deactivating ... 76 Driving safety systems... 77 ABS ...
  • Page 7 Manual transmission ... 154 Shifting into reverse... 155 Automatic transmission*... 156 One-touch gearshifting... 158 Gear ranges ... 159 Gear selector lever position ... 160 Automatic shift program ... 162 Driving tips... 163 Steering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) (C 55 AMG only)... 164 Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only)...
  • Page 8 Contents Operation ... 263 The first 1000 miles (1500 km)... 264 Driving instructions... 265 Drive sensibly – save fuel ... 265 Drinking and driving ... 265 Pedals ... 265 Power assistance ... 265 Brakes ... 266 Driving off... 267 Parking ... 267 Tires ...
  • Page 9 Practical hints ... 301 What to do if … ... 302 Lamps in instrument cluster ... 302 Lamp in center console... 308 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display... 309 Where will I find ...? ... 329 First aid kit... 329 Vehicle tool kit ...
  • Page 10 Contents Technical data... 373 Parts service ... 374 Warranty coverage... 375 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet... 375 Identification labels... 376 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ... 377 C 230 Kompressor (all models) ... 377 C 240 (all models)/ C 320 (all models)/ C 55 AMG...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

  • Page 12: Operator's Manual

    Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper proce- dures. We continuously strive to improve our...

  • Page 13: Mercedes-Benz Automobiles

    30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for ser- vice. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you. Roadside Assistance...

  • Page 15: Operating Your Vehicle Outside The Usa Or Canada

    Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail- able for delivery in Europe under our Euro- pean Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or...

  • Page 16: Where To Find It

    Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are rent- ing or borrowing this vehicle. Safety and Security Here you will find descriptions of the safety features of your vehicle.

  • Page 17: Symbols

    Symbols The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehi- cle.

  • Page 18: Operating Safety

    Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.

  • Page 19: 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 an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is...

  • Page 20: Reporting Safety Defects

    If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. 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 21: Vehicle Data Recording

    Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety.

  • Page 23: At A Glance

    At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel...

  • Page 24: Cockpit

    At a glance Cockpit...
  • Page 25 Feature description is based on preliminary infor- mation at time of printing. At time of printing, no date for availability of voice control had been set. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle model. Item...

  • Page 26: Instrument Cluster

    At a glance Instrument cluster...

  • Page 27: Brake Warning

    Item Page 1 Speedometer with: v Electronic Stability Program (ESP) warning lamp ; Brake warning lamp, USA only 3 Brake warning lamp, Canada only B Low beam head- lamp indicator lamp 2 L Left turn signal indicator lamp 3 Multifunction display with: Trip odometer Main odometer...

  • Page 28: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item Page 1 Multifunction display Operating control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone*: Press button s to take a call t to end a call Item Page 4 Menu systems:...

  • Page 29: Important Notice For California Center Console

    Center console Upper part Item Page 1 Seat heating*, driver’s side 2 Rear window sunshade switch* 3 ESP control switch 4 Hazard warning flasher switch – switching on/off 5 Central locking switch Central unlocking switch 6 Switch for folding back rear seat head restraints 7 Tow-away alarm switch* Anti-theft alarm system...

  • Page 30: Lower Part

    At a glance Center console Lower part Item Page 1 Ashtray Cigarette lighter 2 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission* Gearshift lever for manual transmission 3 Cup holders 4 Armrest 5 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission* Automatic shift program Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only)

  • Page 31: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel 1 Rear interior lighting 2 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 3 Right reading lamp on/off 4 Interior lighting control 5 Hands-free microphone for Item Page 6 Interior rear view mirror on/off 7 Garage door opener* 8 Left reading lamp on/off 9 Tele Aid* (emergency call 150, Tele Aid* (emergency call...

  • Page 32: Door Control Panel

    At a glance Door control panel Item Page 1 Door handle 2 Memory function* (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings) 3 Switches for seat 35, 98 adjustment* 4 Switches for opening/closing front door windows 5 Switch for rear door window override 6 Switches for opening/closing rear door...

  • Page 33: Getting Started

    Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

  • Page 34: Unlocking

    Getting started Unlocking The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func- tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the infor- mation given here. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail”...

  • Page 35: Starter Switch Positions

    Starter switch positions Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattend- ed in the vehicle, or with access to an un- locked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.
  • Page 36 Getting started Unlocking When you switch on the ignition, the indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster come on. This indi- cates that the respective systems are operational. They should go out when the engine is running. Vehicles with automatic transmission: The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P.

  • Page 37: Adjusting

    Getting started Adjusting 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 front air bag when it is properly installed.
  • Page 38 Getting started Adjusting A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Manual seat adjustment 1 Seat fore and aft adjustment 2 Seat cushion tilt 3 Seat backrest tilt 4 Seat height...
  • Page 39 Head restraint height 1 Release button Raising: Manually adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward. Lowering: To lower head the restraint, push release button 1 and push down on the head restraint. Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.
  • Page 40 Getting started Adjusting Power seat* adjustment The seat adjustment switches are located in each front door. 1 Head restraint height 2 Seat height 3 Seat cushion tilt 4 Seat fore and aft adjustment 5 Seat backrest tilt Switch on ignition ( page 33). Open the respective door.

  • Page 41: Steering Wheel

    Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the poten- tial for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.
  • Page 42 Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel adjustment, manual 1 Handle To unlock the steering column, pull handle 1 out to its stop limit. Move steering wheel to the desired position. To lock the steering column, push handle 1 all the way in until it engages.

  • Page 43: Mirrors

    Adjusting steering column in or out Move stalk forward or back in the direction of arrow 1 until a comfort- able steering wheel position is reached with your arms slightly bent at the elbow. Adjusting steering column up or down Move stalk up or down in the direction of arrow 2.
  • Page 44 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch. 1 Adjustment button 2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror button 3 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button Switch on ignition ( page 33). Press button 3 for the driver’s side exterior rear view mirror or button 2 for passenger-side exterior rear view mirror.

  • Page 45: Driving

    Driving 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 ve- hicle to deactivate the passenger front air bag when it is properly installed.
  • Page 46 Getting started Driving A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Warning! Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous.
  • Page 47 Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash, they may not be able to provide adequate protection. Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 48: Starting The Engine

    Getting started Driving Starting the engine Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, and inhaling it can cause uncon- sciousness and lead to death. Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as garage) which are not properly ven- tilated.
  • Page 49 Get a jump start ( page 363). If the engine does not start after several starting attempts, there could be a mal- function in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 50 Getting started Driving Parking brake 1 Release handle 2 Parking brake Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattend- ed in the vehicle, or with access to an un- locked vehicle.

  • Page 51: Switching On Headlamps

    After a cold start, the automatic transmis- sion shifts at a higher engine revolution. This allows the catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature earlier. Warning! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehi- cle control.

  • Page 52: Turn Signals

    Getting started Driving Turn exterior lamp switch to position B. The low beam headlamp indicator lamp B in the instrument cluster comes on ( page 24). High beam The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher...

  • Page 53: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 Single wipe 2 Switching on windshield wipers Switch on ignition ( page 33). Switching on windshield wipers Turn the combination switch to the desired position depending on the intensity of the rain.
  • Page 54 Remove blockage. Turn the windshield wipers on again. If windshield wipers fail to function at all in switch position I, set the combination switch to the next highest wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center...

  • Page 55: Problems While Driving

    Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. Give very little gas. Have the problem repaired by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The coolant temperature is above 248°F (120°C) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.

  • Page 56: Parking And Locking

    Getting started Parking and locking You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows. Warning! Wait until the vehicle is stationary before removing the SmartKey from the starter switch. The vehicle cannot be steered when the SmartKey is removed.

  • Page 57: Switching Off Headlamps

    Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattend- ed in the vehicle, or with access to an un- locked vehicle. Children could release the parking brake and/or move the gear selec- tor lever from position P, either of which could result in an accident and/or serious injury.

  • Page 58: Turning Off Engine

    Getting started Parking and locking Turning off engine Place the gear selector lever in position P (manual transmission: first or reverse gear). Always set the parking brake in addi- tion to shifting to position P (manual transmission: first or reverse gear). On steep slopes, turn the front wheels towards the road curb.

  • Page 59: Safety And Security

    Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm* Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems...

  • Page 60: Occupant Safety

    For safety reasons, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. For more information, see “Practical hints” ( page 307).

  • Page 61: Air Bags

    SRS self-check has detected a malfunction. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an acci-...
  • Page 62 If you have any prob- lems, please see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not lean with your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dash- board.
  • Page 63 Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost. Safety and Security Occupant safety...
  • Page 64 Only use belts in- stalled or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Air bags and emergency tensioning devices (ETDs) are designed to function on a one-time only basis. An air bag or...
  • Page 65 These instructions are available 1 Driver’s air bag from your authorized Mercedes-Benz 2 Passenger front air bag Center. Driver and front passenger air bags are Given the considerable deployment...

  • Page 66: Seat Belts

    Safety and Security Occupant safety Do not place objects heavier than 20 lbs (9 kg) on the front passenger seat. This could cause the front or side impact air bag on the front passenger side to deploy in a crash which exceeds the system's deployment threshold.
  • Page 67 Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation or to failure.
  • Page 68 Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this sec- tion, as that could result in serious inju- ries in case of an accident.

  • Page 69: Children In The Vehicle

    When scrapping the emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be followed. These are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not place objects heavier than 20 lbs (9 kg) on the front passenger seat. This could cause the front or side...
  • Page 70 Safety and Security Occupant safety We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All lap-shoulder belts except the driver‘s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints. To fasten a child restraint, follow child re- straint instructions for mounting.
  • Page 71 Children 12 years old and under must never label on the restraint and in the ride in the front seat, except in a instruction manual provided with the Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart restraint. compatible child seat, which operates with When using any infant or child restraint...
  • Page 72 Automotive Corp. Special BabySmart compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center are required for use with the BabySmart air bag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, the passenger front air bag will not deploy.
  • Page 73 Warning! The BabySmart air bag deactivation sys- tem will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it. It will not work with child seats which are not BabySmart compatible. Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the deactivation sys- tem.
  • Page 74 Safety and Security Occupant safety Installation of infant and child restraint systems This vehicle is equipped with tether anchorages for a top tether strap at each of the rear seating positions. 1 Cover of top anchorage ring Make sure the rear backrest is locked in its upright position ( page 239).
  • Page 75 For safety, make sure the hook has attached to the ring beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. Reinstall cover 1 after removing the tether strap. Child seat anchors – LATCH-type This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH- (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) type anchors (at each of the outer rear seats) for the installation of a LATCH-type child seat with the matching mounting...
  • Page 76 Safety and Security Occupant safety To fold anchors back Press down button 2 on each anchor and return anchor 1 to its catch. Non-LATCH-type child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 77: Blocking Of Rear Door Window Operation

    Blocking of rear door window operation You can block the rear door window operation (for instance when you have children riding in the rear passenger compartment). The override switch is located on the door control panel of the driver’s door. 1 Enable 2 Disable 3 Override switch...

  • Page 78: Panic Alarm

    Safety and Security Panic alarm* An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately minutes. 1 Â button Canada only: Only vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm system* have SmartKeys with integrated panic button 1. Activating Press and hold button 1 for at least one second.

  • Page 79: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: ABS (Antilock Brake System) BAS (Brake Assist System) ESP (Electronic Stability Program) 4MATIC (Four Wheel Electronic Traction System) In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the ABS, ESP, and 4MATIC (if so equipped) is only achieved with winter tires (M+S tires), or snow chains as required.

  • Page 80: Bas

    Safety and Security Driving safety systems Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation.

  • Page 81: Esp

    Warning! The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. The BAS cannot prevent accidents, includ- ing those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning.
  • Page 82 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Warning! The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns or hydroplaning.
  • Page 83 Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESP Press switch 1 again. The ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer goes out.

  • Page 84: Four Wheel Electronic Traction System (4Matic) With The Esp

    Do not tow with one axle raised. Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Performance testing must only be con- ducted on a two-axle dynamometer. Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

  • Page 85: Anti-Theft Systems

    In case the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). Anti-theft alarm system* Once the alarm system has been armed, a...
  • Page 86 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Arming the alarm system The indicator lamp is in the switch for the tow-away alarm* in the center console. 1 Indicator lamp Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey. The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the alarm system is activated.

  • Page 87: Tow-Away Alarm

    Tow-away alarm* Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone attempts to raise the vehicle. The tow-away protection alarm is triggered, for example, if the vehicle is lifted on one side. If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system* ( page 248) provid-...
  • Page 88 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Press switch 1. Indicator lamp 2 in switch comes on briefly. Exit and lock your vehicle with the SmartKey. The tow-away alarm remains disarmed until you lock your vehicle again. Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm: Press the Œ...

  • Page 89: Controls In Detail

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function* Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Manual transmission Automatic transmission* Good visibility Climate control Audio system Power windows Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Driving systems Loading Useful features...

  • Page 90: Locking And Unlocking

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper- ate the equipment installed on your vehi- cle. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.
  • Page 91 Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattend- ed in the vehicle, or with access to an un- locked vehicle. It is possible for children to open a locked door from the inside, which could result in an accident and/or serious injury.
  • Page 92 ( page 338). Use the mechanical key to lock the driver’s door ( page 338). Have the vehicle battery and the battery connections checked ( page 360). If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 93 SmartKey batteries are discharged. Replace the batteries ( page 343). You can obtain the required batteries at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the batteries are checked within signal range of the vehicle, pressing the ‹...

  • Page 94: Opening The Doors From The Inside

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. 1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle Front doors Pull on door handle 2 on the respective front door to open door.
  • Page 95 The vehicle must be unlocked. Pull on handle 1. The trunk lid unlocks and begins to open. The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance. The trunk can also be opened using button Š on the SmartKey or from its inside in an emergency, see “Trunk lid emergency release”...

  • Page 96: Closing The Trunk

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk 1 Handle Lower trunk lid using handle 1. Close trunk lid with hands placed flat on it. Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk.

  • Page 97: Trunk Lid Emergency Release

    Trunk lid emergency release The emergency release button is located on the inside of the trunk lid. 1 Emergency release button Briefly press emergency release button 1. The trunk lid unlocks and the trunk lid opens. The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically.

  • Page 98: Automatic Central Locking

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Automatic central locking The doors and the trunk automatically lock when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. You can open a locked door from the inside.
  • Page 99 The switches are located in the center console. 1 Central locking switch 2 Central unlocking switch Locking You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. If the vehicle was previously centrally locked using the SmartKey, it will not Unlocking unlock using the central unlocking...

  • Page 100: Seats

    Controls in detail Seats For information on seat adjustment, see “Adjusting” ( page 35). Easy-entry/exit feature* This feature allows for easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. The easy-entry/exit feature can be activated or deactivated in the Convenience submenu of the control system ( page 146).

  • Page 101: Removing And Installing Front Seat Head Restraints

    If the current seat position falls into a factory-set position range and the system recognizes the current seat position to be rearward enough for easy entry and exit, the driver’s seat will not move to the rear when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated. When entering the vehicle, with the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel or, depending on your...
  • Page 102 Controls in detail Seats Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intend- ed to help reduce injuries during an acci- dent. Do not interchange head restraints from front and rear seat. Tilt the backrest to the rear for easier removal and installation of the head restraints.

  • Page 103: Rear Seat Head Restraints

    Installing front seat head restraints Press switch 1 upwards and hold for about five seconds. Push head restraint down until it engages. Adjust head restraint to desired position ( page 38). Rear seat head restraints Warning! For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied.
  • Page 104 Controls in detail Seats Folding head restraints back with release button The rear seat head restraints can be folded backward for increased visibility. 1 Release button Push release button 1. The head restraint will fold backward. You can also fold the rear outer seat head restraints back using the switch in the center console ( page 102).
  • Page 105 Head restraint tilt (rear outer seats) Two different head restraint angle positions are available: Press the release button ( page 102) and tilt the head restraint to the desired position. Removing and installing rear seat head restraints (rear outer seats) Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possible.

  • Page 106: Multicontour Seats

    Controls in detail Seats Multicontour seats* This multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support. The seat cushion movement, backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied with switches on the side of the seat after switching on ignition.

  • Page 107: Seat Heating

    Seat heating* The switches for the front seats are located in the center console. 1 Seat heating switch 2 Indicator lamps The red indicator lamps 2 in the switch show the heating level selected. Level Three indicator lamps on. After approximately five minutes, seat heating is automatically switched to level 2.

  • Page 108: Memory Function

    Controls in detail Memory function* Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and seat backrest angle if necessary, to ensure adequate control, reach and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height.

  • Page 109: Storing Positions Into Memory

    The memory button and memory position switch are located on the door. 1 Memory button 2 Memory position switch Switch on ignition ( page 33). Open the respective door. Storing positions into memory Adjust the seat, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the desired position ( page 35).

  • Page 110: Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position

    Controls in detail Memory function* Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position For easier parking, you can adjust the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror so that you can see the right rear wheel as soon as you engage reverse gear R. For information on activating the parking position feature, see “Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position*”...

  • Page 111: Lighting

    Relevant information can be obtained at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Exterior lamp switch The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel.
  • Page 112 Controls in detail Lighting With the SmartKey removed from the starter switch and the driver’s door open, a warning sounds if the parking lamps or low beam headlamps are switched on. The message Switch off lights. appears in the multifunction display Manual headlamp mode The low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the...
  • Page 113 Daytime running lamp mode Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M or U. When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps are switched on. In low ambient light conditions, the following lamps will switch on additionally: Tail and parking lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps For nighttime driving you should turn the...
  • Page 114 Controls in detail Lighting Locator lighting and night security illumination The locator lighting and the night security illumination are described in the “Control system” section, see “Setting locator light- ing” ( page 143) and “Setting night secu- rity illumination” ( page 143). Fog lamps Warning! In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions,...

  • Page 115: Combination Switch

    Rear fog lamp (driver’s side only) Switch on the front fog lamps ( page 112). Pull out the exterior lamp switch to second stop. The rear fog lamp switches on. The yellow indicator lamp † in the exterior lamp switch comes on ( page 109).

  • Page 116: Hazard Warning Flasher

    Controls in detail Lighting Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch. The hazard warning flasher switches on automatically when an air bag deploys. The hazard warning flasher switch is located on the upper part of the center console.

  • Page 117: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting The controls are located in the overhead control panel. 1 Rear interior lights 2 Right front reading lamp 3 Rocker switch for automatic control system 4 Left front reading lamp Activating automatic control Press rocker switch 3 to center position.

  • Page 118: Door Entry Lamps

    Controls in detail Lighting Switching rear interior lights on and off Press button V. The lights in the rear passenger compartment come on. Press button V again. The lights in the rear passenger compartment go out. Switching right front reading lamp on and off Press right button X.

  • Page 119: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster For a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “At a glance” ( page 24). 1 Reset button The instrument cluster is activated when open a door switch on ignition press reset button 1 switch on the exterior lamps You can change the instrument cluster settings in the Instrument cluster submenu of the control system ( page 135).

  • Page 120: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    248°F (120°C). The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious en- gine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

  • Page 121: Trip Odometer

    Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking.
  • Page 122 Controls in detail Instrument cluster The outside temperature is indicated in the multifunction display ( page 121). For information on how to select the unit of the indicated temperature, i.e. degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F), see “Selecting temperature display mode” ( page 135).

  • Page 123: Control System

    Control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 1. The control system enables you to call up information about your vehicle change vehicle settings For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for service, to set the language for messages in the instrument cluster...

  • Page 124: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Controls in detail Control system Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on the multifunc- tion steering wheel. 1 Multifunction display Operating the control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ...
  • Page 125 It is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being arranged in a circular pattern. If you press button è or ÿ repeatedly, you will pass through each menu one after the other. If you press button k or j repeatedly, you will pass through each function display, one after the other, in the current menu.

  • Page 126: Menus

    Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus. The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus.
  • Page 127 Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Standard display AUDIO ( page 126) ( page 127) Digital speedometer Select radio or outside tempera- station ture Call up maintenance Select satellite service display radio station* (USA only) Check engine oil Operate the level CD player*...

  • Page 128: Standard Display Menu

    Controls in detail Control system The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not neces- sarily identical to those shown in the control system displays. The first function displayed in each menu will automatically show you which part of the system you are in.

  • Page 129: Press Button J Or K Repeatedly

    Display digital speedometer or outside temperature Press button j or k repeatedly until the digital speedometer appears in the multifunction display. The current vehicle speed is shown in the multifunction display. 1 Digital speedometer AUDIO menu You can have the outside temperature The functions in the displayed instead of the digital the audio equipment which you currently...
  • Page 130 Controls in detail Control system Select radio station Turn on the radio ( page 186). Vehicles with COMAND*: Refer to separate operating instructions. Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the currently tuned station appears in the multifunction display. 1 Waveband setting 2 Station frequency Press button k or j repeatedly Select satellite radio station*...
  • Page 131 Press button k or j repeatedly Operate the CD player* until the desired channel is found. Feature description is based on preliminary information available at time of printing. For more information on satellite radio operation, see “Introduction to satellite radio* (USA only)” ( page 196). Vehicles with COMAND*: Refer to separate operating instructions.

  • Page 132: Nav* Menu

    Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages ( page 309). Press button è or ÿ repeatedly...
  • Page 133 No vehicle status messages If no conditions are recorded in memory, the message in the multifunction display No message Vehicle status messages have been recorded If conditions have occured causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunction display: 1 Number of messages Press button k or j.

  • Page 134: Settings Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Settings menu In the Settings menu there are two functions: The function Reset to factory , with which you can reset all settings the settings to the original factory settings. A collection of submenus with which you can make individual settings for your vehicle.
  • Page 135 Submenus in the Settings menu Press button k or j. The collection of the submenus appears in the multifunction display. Press button ç. The selection marker moves to the next submenu. The submenus are arranged by hierarchy. Scroll down with button ç, scroll up with button æ.
  • Page 136 Controls in detail Control system The table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Instrument cluster Time/Date Selecting temperature Time synchronization with head display mode unit* Selecting speedometer Setting the time (hours) display mode Selecting language Setting the time (minutes) Selecting display (speed Selecting time display mode...
  • Page 137 Instrument cluster submenu Access the Instr.Cl. submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr.Cl. submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Selecting temperature display mode Selecting speedometer display mode Selecting language Selecting display (speed display or outside temperature) for status indicator Selecting temperature display mode...
  • Page 138 Controls in detail Control system Selecting language Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr.Cl. submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message appears in Language the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting.
  • Page 139 Time/Date submenu Access the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Time synchronization with head unit* Setting the time (hours) Setting the time (minutes) Selecting time display mode Selecting automatic time change (Daylight Saving Time (DST)
  • Page 140 Controls in detail Control system The selection marker is on the hour setting. Press button æ or ç to set the hour. Press the reset button in the instru- ment cluster ( page 117) to confirm. The hour is set and stored. Setting the time (minutes) This function can only be seen with audio system.
  • Page 141 Selecting time display mode Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Clock display appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting.
  • Page 142 Controls in detail Control system The selection marker is on the month setting. Press button æ or ç to set the month. Setting the date (day) This function can only be seen with audio system. Vehicles with COMAND*: For information on setting the date, refer to the separate COMAND operating instructions.
  • Page 143 Setting the date (year) This function can only be seen with audio system. Vehicles with COMAND*: For information on setting the date, refer to the separate COMAND operating instructions. Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu.
  • Page 144 Controls in detail Control system Setting daytime running lamp mode (USA only) This function is not available in countries where the daytime running lamp mode is mandatory and therefore in a constant mode. Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu.
  • Page 145 Setting locator lighting With the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U, the following lamps will switch on when the vehicle is unlocked with the SmartKey during darkness: Parking lamps Tail lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps Front fog lamps The locator lighting switches off when the...
  • Page 146 Controls in detail Control system You can reactivate this function within ten minutes by opening a door. Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Hdlamp delay off appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 147 Setting interior lighting delayed shut-off Use this function to set whether and how long you would like the interior lighting to remain lit during darkness after you have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch. Move the selection marker with button æ...
  • Page 148 Controls in detail Control system The selection marker is on the current setting. Press button æ or ç to switch the automatic central locking Convenience submenu Access the Convenience submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Convenience submenu to change the settings for a number of convenience features.
  • Page 149 Do not leave children unattended in the ve- hicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could open the driver’s door and unintentionally activate the easy-entry/exit feature, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Move the selection marker with button æ...

  • Page 150: Trip Computer Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Press button æ or ç to set key-dependency Setting parking position* for exterior rear view mirror Use the function Mirror set. parking aid to select whether the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror should be turned downward during parking maneuvers when reverse gear R is engaged.
  • Page 151 Fuel consumption statistics after start Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message appears After start in the multifunction display. 1 Distance driven since start 2 Time elapsed since start 3 Average speed since start...

  • Page 152: Tel Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Resetting fuel consumption statistics Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display. Press button j or k repeatedly until the reading that you want to reset appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 153 Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e. with- out being connected to an external antenna) from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunc- tion of the vehicle’s electronic system, possibly resulting in an accident and personal injury.
  • Page 154 Controls in detail Control system Ending a call Press button t. You have ended the call. The standby message appears in the multifunction display. Dialing a number from the phone book If your telephone is ready to receive calls, you may select and dial a number from the phone book at any time.
  • Page 155 If you press and hold button j or k for longer than one second, the system scrolls rapidly through the list of names until you release the button again. Cancel the quick search mode by pressing button t. Press button s. The system dials the selected phone number.

  • Page 156: Manual Transmission

    Controls in detail Manual transmission Manual transmission is standard equipment on select models and not available on all models. For information on driving with a manual transmission, see “Manual transmission” ( page 46). Warning! For vehicles equipped with a manual trans- mission, getting out of your vehicle with the gearshift lever not engaged in first or reverse gear and parking brake engaged is...

  • Page 157: Shifting Into Reverse

    Downshifting gears leading to overrevving the engine can result in engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Never hold the vehicle stopped on a hill by using the clutch pedal. The clutch may be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

  • Page 158: Automatic Transmission

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Automatic transmission is standard equipment on select models and available as optional equipment on select other models. For more information on driving with an automatic transmission see “Automatic transmission*” ( page 47). Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down.
  • Page 159 1 Current gear range/gear selector lever position 2 Current program mode The current gear range/gear selector lever position and program mode ( or ( ) appear in the multifunction display. An additional indication of the current gear selector lever position can be found on the cover of the shifting-gate.

  • Page 160: One-Touch Gearshifting

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission* One-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear selector lever is in position D. Downshifting Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction. The transmission will shift from the current gear to the next lower gear.

  • Page 161: Gear Ranges

    Gear ranges With the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by pressing the gear selector lever to the left (D-), and reverse the gear range limit by pressing the gear selector lever to the right (D+).

  • Page 162: Gear Selector Lever Position

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Gear selector lever position Effect ì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked. Place gear selector lever in position P only when vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 163 P that is not covered by the is dangerous. Also, position P alone is not Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. intended to or capable of preventing your vehicle from moving, possibly hitting people or objects.

  • Page 164: Automatic Shift Program

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission* Automatic shift program The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console. 1 Program mode selector switch C Comfort For comfort driving S Sport For standard driving Never change the program mode when the gear selector lever is out of position P.

  • Page 165: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Accelerator position Your driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior: Less throttle Earlier upshifting More throttle Later upshifting Kickdown Use kickdown when you want maximum acceleration. Press the accelerator past the point of resistance. The transmission shifts into a lower gear.

  • Page 166: Steering Wheel Gearshift Control (Speedshift) (C 55 Amg Only)

    This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to the left and right of the steering wheel.

  • Page 167: (C 55 Amg Only)

    Shift into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 168 Controls in detail Automatic transmission* The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console. 1 Program mode selector switch M Manual For manual gear shifting C Comfort For comfort driving S Sport For standard driving Activating manual shift program Press program mode selector switch 1 repeatedly until the...

  • Page 169: (Limp Home Mode)

    ( page 24). Otherwise the engine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction ( page 158).

  • Page 170: Good Visibility

    Controls in detail Good visibility For information on the windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” ( page 51). Headlamp cleaning system* The switch is located on the left side of the dashboard. 1 Headlamp washer switch Switch on ignition ( page 33). Press switch 1.
  • Page 171 Automatic antiglare rear view mirrors* The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in the interior rear view mirror.
  • Page 172 Controls in detail Good visibility Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position* Follow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so that the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror will be turned downward to the stored position. The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.

  • Page 173: Sun Visors

    Sun visors The sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving. Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others. Swing sun visors down when you experience glare.

  • Page 174: Rear Window Sunshade

    Controls in detail Good visibility Rear window sunshade* The switch is located in the center console. 1 Rear window sunshade switch Make sure that the movement of the rear window sunshade is not restricted by objects on the rear window shelf. Otherwise, the sunshade or the objects could be damaged.

  • Page 175: Rear Window Defroster

    Rear window defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear. The defroster is automatically deactivated after approximately 6 to 17 minutes of operation depending on the outside temperature.
  • Page 176 Controls in detail Climate control...

  • Page 177: Climate Control

    Item 1 Left side defroster vent, fixed 2 Left side air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left side air vent 4 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 5 Left center air vent, adjustable 6 Right center air vent, adjustable 7 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent...
  • Page 178 Controls in detail Climate control The climate control is operational when- ever the engine is running. You can oper- ate the climate control system in either the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the selected interior temperature and the current outside temperature.

  • Page 179: Deactivating The Climate Control System

    Deactivating the climate control system Deactivating Set air volume control 1 ( page 175) to position 0. When the air conditioning is switched off, the outside air supply and circula- tion are also switched off. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up.

  • Page 180: Adjusting Air Distribution And Volume

    Controls in detail Climate control Adjusting air distribution and volume Use air distribution control 4 ( page 175) to adjust the air distribution. The following symbols are found on the controls: Symbol Function Directs air to the windshield and the side defroster vents Directs air into the entire vehicle interior Directs air to the footwells...

  • Page 181: Air Recirculation Mode

    Deactivating Press button P ( page 175). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Defrosting is turned off. Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside. This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment.
  • Page 182 Controls in detail Climate control The air recirculation mode is activated automatically at high outside tempera- tures. The indicator lamp on the , button is not lit when the air recirculation mode is automatically switched on. After approx. 30 minutes, outside air is added to the air inside the vehicle.

  • Page 183: Air Conditioning

    CFCs which are harmful to the ozone layer. If the air conditioning cannot be turned on again, this indicates that the air conditioning is losing refrigerant. The compressor has turned itself off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 184: Rear Passenger Compartment Adjustable Air Vents

    Controls in detail Climate control Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents The air conditioning for the rear passenger compartment is controlled via the climate control panel ( page 175). The temperature at the center air vents for the rear passenger compartment 1 and 3 is the same as at the dashboard center air vents.

  • Page 185: Audio System

    Audio system Audio and telephone, operation These instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Mercedes-Benz audio system. They con- tain useful tips and a detailed description of the user functions. Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could...

  • Page 186: Operating And Display Elements

    Controls in detail Audio system Operating and display elements...
  • Page 187 Item Page 1 CD changer mode selector AUX mode selector 2 Single CD mode selector 3 Radio mode selector 4 Mute function (radio) Pause (CD) 5 Volume distribution 6 Sound settings 7 Display 8 Alphanumeric keypad Item Page 9 Speed dialing memory (telephone) in descending order a Accepting a call...

  • Page 188: Button And Soft Key Operation

    Controls in detail Audio system Button and soft key operation In these instructions, the alphanumeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the function buttons (left side of radio panel) are referred to as “buttons”. The four keys below the display panel are referred to as “soft keys”.
  • Page 189 Turn rotary control of N button. The volume will increase or decrease depending on the direction turned. If your vehicle equipment includes a Mercedes-Benz specified mobile telephone*, you can adjust its volume separately from the volume of the audio system while the telephone is being used.
  • Page 190 Controls in detail Audio system Adjusting treble Press O button repeatedly until TREBLE appears in the display. Press soft key to increase or – decrease tone level accordingly. Press soft key briefly to reset treble tones to their center level. The radio switches back to the standard radio menu eight seconds after the last soft key is pressed.
  • Page 191 Returning sound functions to factory settings Press O button to call up settings menu in the display. Press soft key briefly; the respec- tive sound function is reset to its center level. Press and hold soft key until RESET appears in the display. The sound settings for bass and treble are returned to their center level and the volume is set to a predefined level.
  • Page 192 Telephone* muting If your vehicle equipment includes a Mercedes-Benz specified mobile telephone*, you can adjust its volume separately from the volume of the audio system while the telephone is being used.

  • Page 193: Radio Operation

    Feature description is based on preliminary information at time of printing. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability. You can adjust the volume ( page 187), the sound settings ( page 187) and the volume distribution ( page 189) for the AUX input.

  • Page 194: Press * Button

    Controls in detail Audio system Calling up wavebands for radios with SAT Press soft key repeatedly until desired waveband has been selected. The FM, AM and WB wavebands are called up one after another. The waveband currently selected appears in the upper left-hand corner of the display.
  • Page 195 You can only enter frequencies within the respective waveband. If a button is not pressed within four seconds, the radio will return to the last station tuned. Manual tuning Select desired waveband. Press S or T button for approx. three seconds. Press button repeatedly until desired frequency has been reached.
  • Page 196 Controls in detail Audio system Ending scan search soft key or S or T. Press The station last played will be selected and disappears from the display. Station memory You can store ten AM and ten FM stations in the memory. Storing stations Tune in desired station.
  • Page 197 Calling up stations Press desired station button 1 to R. Leaving the Autostore memory level Press soft key briefly. Interrupting radio mode The radio mode is interrupted by an incoming call on the telephone* ( page 213). Mute on Press U button. The radio mode is interrupted and MUTED appears in the display.

  • Page 198: Introduction To Satellite Radio* (Usa Only)

    At time of printing, no date for the avail- ability of optional equipment required for satellite radio operation had been set. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. Note that categories and channels shown in illustrations are dependent on programming content delivered by the service provider.
  • Page 199 Satellite radio service may be unavail- able or interrupted from time to time for a variety of reasons, such as envi- ronmental or topographic conditions and other things beyond the service provider’s or our control. Service might also not be available in certain places (e.g., in tunnels, parking garages, or within or next to buildings) or near other technologies.
  • Page 200 Controls in detail Audio system The system will tune to a default station if no station had been selected previously. The first channel 001 is called up and the PTY system changes to All categories. If no station can be received, ACQUIRING appears in the display.
  • Page 201 Press *. Input line appears in the main radio menu. Use number keys to enter desired channel within eight seconds, e.g. 1 6. The system tunes to channel 16. The station you have selected begins to play. You can only enter available channel numbers.
  • Page 202 Controls in detail Audio system Tuning via scan search Scan search is characterized as follows: Scan search plays a channel for approx. eight seconds and then skips to the next channel within the current category. Scan search can be terminated manually.

  • Page 203: Cd Mode

    Calling up the ESN information menu Press soft key. Press soft key. The twelve-digit electronic serial number (ESN) of the SAT tuner* installed in your vehicle is displayed. Press soft key to exit the menu. CD mode Safety precautions Warning! The single CD player and the CD changer* are Class 1 laser products.
  • Page 204 In certain situations, the CDs can then no longer be ejected and cause damage to the drive. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your CD drive or CD changer has been designed to play CDs which correspond to the EN 60908 standard.
  • Page 205 Inserting a second CD in the slot with another CD still loaded will cause dam- age to the CD drive not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. If a CD has been inserted incorrectly or cannot be read, will appear WRONG CD0 in the display.
  • Page 206 Controls in detail Audio system 1 CD 2 CD changer 3 CD tray 4 CD magazine Remove magazine 4 and pull CD tray 3 fully out. Place CD 1 in recess of tray, label side Push tray into magazine in direction of arrow.
  • Page 207 Playing tracks You have the following options: Audio system with CD changer*: selecting CDs Direct track entry Track skip forward/reverse Fast forward/reverse Scan Random tracks Repeat track Selecting CDs in the audio unit with CD changer* You can select from among the inserted CDs with buttons R to 6.
  • Page 208 Controls in detail Audio system The number of the track being played appears next to in the display. TRACK You can only enter available track numbers. Skipping tracks forward/backward Skipping tracks forward Press S button briefly. The next track will be played. Skipping tracks backward Press T button briefly.
  • Page 209 Switching on random Press soft key. appears in the display. A randomly selected track is played. Switching off random Press soft key again. Repeat The track being played is repeated until the repeat function is switched off. When you start the RPT function, the RDM function is automatically switched off.

  • Page 210: Gsm Network Phones

    If your audio system is set up for telephone operation, the t symbol will appear in the display. When you insert your Mercedes-Benz specified mobile telephone* into the telephone cradle, you will be prompted to enter your PIN for 30 seconds ( page 209).
  • Page 211 PIN entry Enter PIN number using buttons 1 to R. If necessary, correct number entered with the soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered; press soft key and hold to delete the complete number. Press soft key after entering correct PIN.
  • Page 212 Controls in detail Audio system If necessary, correct number entered with the soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered; press soft key and hold to delete the complete number. After correct telephone number has been entered, press s button. If the telephone number has been saved together with a name in the telephone book, the name will appear...
  • Page 213 Press button ‚ or ƒ repeatedly until desired entry has been reached. The stored entries are selected in alphabetical order with the sub-entries. Several sub-entries can be stored for each main entry (name). These entries are marked by a corresponding abbreviation that appears in the upper left-hand corner of the display.
  • Page 214 Controls in detail Audio system Speed dial If you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbers in your telephone, you can also enter these with buttons 1 to R on the radio head unit. Press desired button 1 to R briefly.
  • Page 215 Accepting an incoming call If the telephone is active in the background (reception symbol is visible in the display), the audio source is muted when an incom- ing call is received. A ringing tone can be heard and the caller’s telephone number, or the name under which the telephone number has been saved in the phone book, appears in the display.

  • Page 216: Tdma Or Cdma Network Phones

    Terminating a combined call operation, the t symbol will appear in Press t button. the display. When you insert your Mercedes-Benz The connection to both callers is specified mobile telephone* into the terminated. telephone cradle, you will be prompted to enter your PIN for 30 seconds ( page 215).
  • Page 217 Switching on the telephone Switching on the telephone Press h button. If you have programmed an unlock code for the telephone, you must now enter the code. Enter code using buttons 1 to R. If necessary, correct number entered with the soft key.
  • Page 218 Controls in detail Audio system If necessary, correct number entered with the soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered; press soft key and hold to delete the complete number. After correct telephone number has been entered, press s button. If the telephone number has been saved together with a name in the phone book, the name will appear in...
  • Page 219 Press button ‚ or ƒ repeatedly until desired entry has been reached. The stored entries are selected in alphabetical order with the sub-entries. Several sub-entries can be stored for each main entry (name). These entries are marked by a corresponding abbreviation that appears in the upper left-hand corner of the display.
  • Page 220 Controls in detail Audio system Speed dial If you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbers in your telephone, you can also enter these with buttons 1 to R on the radio unit. Press desired button 1 to R briefly.
  • Page 221 Accepting an incoming call If the telephone is active in the background (reception symbol is visible in the display), the audio source is muted when an incom- ing call is received. A ringing tone can be heard and the caller’s telephone number, or the name under which the telephone number has been saved in the telephone book, appears in the display.
  • Page 222 Controls in detail Audio system Switching between calls Press s button. This switches between the calls. The non-active call is kept on hold. Terminating a call Press t button. The current call is terminated. The connection to the caller previously kept on hold is also interrupted;...

  • Page 223: Emergency Calls "911

    Emergency calls “911” The following describes how to dial a “911” emergency call using the audio system head unit when a Mercedes-Benz specified mobile phone* is inserted in the phone cradle*. Unless otherwise specified, the descriptions refer to the audio system head unit.
  • Page 224 Controls in detail Audio system Placing a “911” emergency call using audio head unit with the phone unlocked Press h button to switch to telephone operation. Enter 911 using the number keypad on the audio head unit. Press s button for dialing to begin. DIALING appears in the audio display while the telephone establishes the...

  • Page 225: Power Windows

    Power windows Opening and closing the windows The side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches for all the side windows are on the driver’s door. The switches for the respective windows are on the front passenger door and the rear doors.
  • Page 226 Controls in detail Power windows You can also open or close the windows using the SmartKey (summer opening/convenience closing feature) ( page 225). You can close and reopen the windows using the air recirculation button , in the climate control panel ( page 175).
  • Page 227 Warning! If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing Driver’s door only: procedure, the window will stop and If within five seconds you again pull the open slightly. switch past the resistance point and Remove the obstruction, pull the release, the automatic reversal will not switch again past the resistance point function.

  • Page 228: Synchronizing Power Windows

    Controls in detail Power windows Aim transmitter eye at the driver’s door handle. Opening (Summer opening feature) Press and hold button Œ after unlocking the vehicle. The windows and tilt/sliding sunroof* begin to open after approximately one second. Release the Œ button to stop procedure.

  • Page 229: Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof The tilt/sliding sunroof can be opened and closed electrically. The switch for the tilt/sliding sunroof is on the overhead control panel. Sunroof switch 1 Push up to raise sunroof at rear 2 Pull down to lower sunroof at rear 3 Push forward to slide sunroof closed 4 Push back to slide sunroof open...
  • Page 230 Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof* When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equip- ment can cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.
  • Page 231 Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof during Express-operation Move the sunroof switch in any direction. If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked during the closing procedure, the tilt/sliding sunroof will stop and reopen slightly. Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof with the SmartKey The power windows ( page 225) will also be opened or closed when you operate the...

  • Page 232: Synchronizing The Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Closing (Convenience feature) Press and hold button ‹ after locking the vehicle. The windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof begin to close after approximately one second. Release the ‹ button to stop procedure. Make sure all side windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.

  • Page 233: Driving Systems

    Driving systems The driving system of your vehicle is described on the following pages: Cruise control, with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed For information on the BAS, ABS and ESP driving systems, see “Driving safety sys- tems” ( page 77). Cruise control Cruise control automatically maintains the speed you set for your vehicle.
  • Page 234 Controls in detail Driving systems 1 Sets current or higher speed 2 Sets current or lower speed 3 Cancels cruise control 4 Resumes at last set speed Setting current speed Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. Briefly lift 1 or depress 2 the cruise control lever.
  • Page 235 Setting a higher speed Lift cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the desired speed is reached. Release cruise control lever. The new speed is set. Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate cruise control. After brief acceleration (e.g.

  • Page 236: Loading

    Controls in detail Loading Roof rack* Warning! Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manu- facturer’s installation instructions. Only mount the roof rack between the Ski sack* (Canada only) fastening points (see arrows).
  • Page 237 4 Hook and loop fastener Unfasten hook and loop fastener 4. Pull ski sack into passenger compart- ment and unfold. 5 Button Open trunk lid. Press button 5. The flap opens downward. Controls in detail Loading From trunk, slide skis into ski sack. Warning! The ski sack is designed for up to four pairs of skis.
  • Page 238 Controls in detail Loading 6 Strap Tighten strap 6 by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski sack are tightly secured. 7 Hook 8 Eye Connect hook 7 to eye 8. Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end (arrow).

  • Page 239: Split Rear Bench Seat

    Removing the ski sack You can remove the ski sack for cleaning or drying. 1 Button 2 Ski sack frame 3 Flap Open trunk lid. Press button 1. The flap 3 opens downward. Press button 1 firmly until ski sack frame 2 is released.
  • Page 240 Controls in detail Loading Folding the backrest forward The release handle 1 is located in the trunk. Pull release handle 1. Fully retract and fold rearward head restraints ( page 102). Returning the backrest to original position Pull release handle 2. Fold seat cushion 3 forward.

  • Page 241: Loading Instructions

    If the backrest is not locked into position, a red indicator 3 will be visible. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest. Warning! If a red indicator is visible with the backrest up, then the backrest is not properly locked into position.

  • Page 242: Cargo Tie-Down Rings

    Controls in detail Loading Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible. The heaviest portion of the cargo should al- ways be kept as low as possible since it in- fluences the handling characteristics of the vehicle.

  • Page 243: Useful Features

    Useful features Storage compartments Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a colli- sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing objects in the vehicle. Put lug- gage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs.
  • Page 244 Controls in detail Useful features Armrest storage compartments 1 Handle 2 Button, passenger side 3 Button, driver’s side Do not store any items between the telephone holder and the cover for the blower. Otherwise these items could be damaged when the holder is closed. Use the space in the front door pocket for stowing.
  • Page 245 Armrest in the rear passenger compartment Pull the top of the armrest out and fold it down. Cup holders in front of seat armrest Warning! When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills.
  • Page 246 Controls in detail Useful features Turning the swiveling cup holder outward Turn the cup holder in the direction of arrow 2 until it engages. You can now use both cup holders. Turning the swiveling cup holder inward and sliding it in Turn the cup holder in the direction of arrow 3 until it engages.

  • Page 247: Ashtrays

    Opening cup holder Briefly press the front of cup holder 1. The cup holder slides out slightly. Pull out the cup holder until it stops. Closing cup holder Slide cup holder 1 in until it engages. Parcel net in front passenger footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell.

  • Page 248: Cigarette Lighter

    Controls in detail Useful features Reinstalling ashtray insert Push the ashtray insert 3 down into the retainer until it engages. Push down cover plate 1 to close ashtray. The cover plate engages. Rear seat ashtray 1 Button 2 Ashtray insert 3 Cover Pull at top of cover 3.

  • Page 249: Electrical Outlet In The Rear Passenger Compartment

    The external antenna must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for informa- tion on the installation of an approved external antenna. Refer to the radio trans- mitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna.

  • Page 250: Tele Aid

    Controls in detail Useful features Warning! Please do not forget that your primary re- sponsibility is to drive the vehicle. A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we rec- ommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a tele- phone call.
  • Page 251 The Tele Aid system (Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and manual emergency roadside assistance and information The Tele Aid system is operational provid- ing that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available.
  • Page 252 If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as expected. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated...
  • Page 253 Warning! If the indicator lamp in the SOS button is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an emergency call (e.g. the rele- vant cellular phone network is not available). The message Call failed.
  • Page 254 Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button •. Press and hold button (for longer than two seconds). A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message...

  • Page 255: Information Button

    Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com and...
  • Page 256 Tele Aid system has detected a malfunction or the service is not currently active, and may not initiate a call. Visit your Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possible.
  • Page 257 The Response Center will then unlock your vehicle with the remote door unlocking feature. Contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). You will be asked to provide your pass- word which you provided when you completed the subscriber agreement.

  • Page 258: Garage Door Opener

    Report the incident to the police. The police will issue a numbered incident report. Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center along with your password issued to you when you subscribed to the service. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s...
  • Page 259 Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener. If you should experience difficulties with programming the transmitter, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

  • Page 260: Programming/Reprogramming Integrated Remote Control

    Controls in detail Useful features Programming or reprogramming the integrated remote control Step 1: Switch on ignition ( page 33). Step 2: If you have previously programmed an integrated signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. Otherwise, press and hold the two outer signal transmit- ter buttons 2 and 4 and release them only when the indicator lamp 1...
  • Page 261 If the indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly for about two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with programming steps 8 through 12 as your garage door opener may be equipped with the “rolling code” feature. Step 7: To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.
  • Page 262 Controls in detail Useful features Step 12: Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Step 13: To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3. Gate operator/Canadian programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out”...
  • Page 263 Operation of integrated remote control Switch on ignition ( page 33). Select and press the appropriate integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) to activate the remote controlled device. The integrated remote control trans- mitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed –...

  • Page 265: Operation

    Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

  • Page 266: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)

    Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, main- taining and caring for your vehicle. The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satis- fied you will be with its performance later Drive your vehicle during the first 1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but moderate vehicle and engine speeds.

  • Page 267: Driving Instructions

    Have all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the maintenance service display. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly country.

  • Page 268: Brakes

    Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only install brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Warning! If other than recommended brake pads are installed, or other than recommended brake fluid is used, the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired.

  • Page 269: Driving Off

    ESP switched off. Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear.

  • Page 270: Tires

    Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have it towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six...

  • Page 271: Tire Traction

    If ice has formed on the road, tire traction will be substantially reduced. Under such weather conditions, drive, steer and brake with extreme caution. Mercedes-Benz recommends M+S rated radial-ply tires with a minimum tread depth of approximately in (4 mm) on all four wheels for the winter season to ensure normal balanced handling characteristics.

  • Page 272: Winter Driving Instructions

    Operation Driving instructions C 230 Kompressor (Canada only), C 240, C 240 4MATIC, C 320 (USA only), C 320 4MATIC Your vehicle is factory equipped with “H”-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 130 mph (210 km/h). An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).

  • Page 273: Standing Water

    Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

  • Page 274: Passenger Compartment

    The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. Driving abroad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz Center directory, you should request pertinent information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 275: Catalytic Converter

    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 Maintenance Booklet.

  • Page 276: Coolant Temperature

    The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature over 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids, which may have leaked into the engine compartment, to catch fire.

  • Page 277: At The Gas Station

    At the gas station Refueling 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! Warning! Flexible Fuel Vehicles only (identified by a...
  • Page 278 Operation At the gas station Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at the point indicated by arrow 1. The fuel filler flap springs open. Turn fuel cap counterclockwise and hold on to it until possible pressure is released. Take off cap and set it in direction of arrow 2 in the recess on the fuel filler flap.

  • Page 279: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip

    Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For more information, see “Practical hints”...

  • Page 280: Engine Compartment

    Operation Engine compartment Hood Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. Opening The hood lock release lever is located to the left of the steering wheel under the dashboard.

  • Page 281: Engine Oil

    Do not use any special lubricant addi- tives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz will restrict your warranty entitlement. More information on this subject is available at any Mercedes-Benz...
  • Page 282 Operation Engine compartment Checking engine oil level with the control system When checking the oil level the vehicle must be parked on level ground with the engine at operating tempera- ture, the vehicle must have been stationary for at least five minutes with the engine turned off with the engine not at operating tem- perature yet, the vehicle must have...
  • Page 283 Mercedes-Benz Center. Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on messages in the display concerning engine oil can be found in the “Practical hints”...

  • Page 284: Transmission Fluid Level

    Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck. C 240 (all models), C 320 (all models),...

  • Page 285: Coolant Level

    Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine must be cool. The coolant expansion tank is located on the passenger side of the engine compart- ment.

  • Page 286: Battery

    When replacing the battery, always use batteries approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about steps you need to observe.

  • Page 287: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System

    Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment. 1 Washer fluid reservoir cap Fluid for the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning system* is supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. It has a capacity of: 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) in vehicles without headlamp cleaning system*...

  • Page 288: Tires And Wheels

    When replacing rims, only use 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 289: Life Of Tire

    Life of tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven Warning! Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible.
  • Page 290 Operation Tires and wheels The pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort. Increased inflation pressures listed for heavier loads may also be used for light loads. These higher pressures produce favorable handling characteristics. The ride of the vehicle, however, will be somewhat harder.

  • Page 291: Rotating Tires

    Wheels could become loose if not tightened with a torque of 80 lb-ft (110 Nm). Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle's rims. For information on wheel change, see the “Practical hints” section ( page 329) and...

  • Page 292: Winter Driving

    Operation Winter driving Before the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service includes: Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. Addition of cleaning concentrate to the water of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system. Add MB Concentrate “S”...

  • Page 293: Block Heater (Canada Only)

    Operation Winter driving Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location. Always check local and state laws before installing snow chains.

  • Page 294: Maintenance

    We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet at the times called for by the maintenance service indicator display.

  • Page 295: Clearing The Maintenance Service Indicator

    Service A exceeded by XX Days Service A exceeded by XX Miles In addition, a signal sounds when the message appears. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed maintenance service. Operation Maintenance...

  • Page 296: Resetting The Maintenance Service Indicator

    Resetting the maintenance service indicator In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, you can have the maintenance service indicator reset. The automotive maintenance facility carrying out the maintenance service will...

  • Page 297: Vehicle Care

    Post-production treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in the production process and others applied later.
  • Page 298 We have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology. You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved car-care products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the car-care products recommended here.
  • Page 299 Vehicle washing Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Only use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a dif- fused jet of water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the ventilation intake.
  • Page 300 If released, the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield. Light alloy wheels Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels. If possible, clean wheels once a week with...
  • Page 301 Steering wheel and gear selector lever Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Cup holders Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a cloth moist- ened in lukewarm solution.
  • Page 302 Clean with soft bristle brush, or use a dry-shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt. MB Tex upholstery Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. Plastic and rubber parts Do not use oil or wax on these parts.

  • Page 303: Practical Hints

    Practical hints What to do if … Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Opening/closing in an emergency Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses...

  • Page 304: What To Do If

    Read and observe messages in the display ( page 309). Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Switch off electrical consumers that are currently not needed, e.g.
  • Page 305 Practical hints What to do if … Release the parking brake ( page 48). Risk of accident! Carefully stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
  • Page 306 Suggested solution There is a malfunction in: Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized The fuel management Mercedes-Benz Center. system An on-board diagnostic connector is The ignition system used by the service station to link the...
  • Page 307 If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Your fuel tank is empty. After refuelling start, turn off and restart the engine three or four times in succession.
  • Page 308 Suggested solution Switch the ESP back on ( page 79). If the ESP cannot be switched back on, have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.
  • Page 309 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in...

  • Page 310: Lamp In Center Console

    The system is malfunctioning. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Make sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat and check installation of the child seat.

  • Page 311: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display

    Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury. Practical hints What to do if …...
  • Page 312 Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability.
  • Page 313 If necessary, have the generator and battery checked. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as...
  • Page 314 When the voltage is above this value again, the ESP is operational again. Continue driving with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. If necessary, have the generator and battery checked.
  • Page 315 Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. The system is malfunctioning. Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or...
  • Page 316 Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Start the engine ( page 46).
  • Page 317 ( page 48). Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible. Risk of accident! Stop the vehicle and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. Brake pad thickness must be visually...
  • Page 318 Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Do not drive without sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling system. The engine will overheat causing major engine damage.
  • Page 319 Only start the engine again after the message disappears. You could otherwise damage the engine. The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 320 Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster ( page 24).
  • Page 321 Cruise control display You are attempting to drive with one or more doors open. Practical hints What to do if … Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Continue driving with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
  • Page 322 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display messages USA only: At next gas station add 1.0 qt engine oil Canada only: At next gas station add 1.0 l engine oil Engine oil level Stop, engine off! Engine oil level Reduce oil level Change engine oil Visit workshop.
  • Page 323 Have the measuring system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 324 No additional code available for SmartKey. Check the fuel cap ( page 275). Close the fuel cap. Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Close the hood ( page 278). Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Change the SmartKey.
  • Page 325 The right front side marker lamp is malfunctioning. Practical hints What to do if … Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
  • Page 326 In the control system, set lamp operation to manual ( page 142). Switch on the headlamps using the exterior lamp switch ( page 109). Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz...
  • Page 327 A substitute bulb is being used. Practical hints What to do if … Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
  • Page 328 A substitute bulb is being used. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
  • Page 329 Do not add steering oil without checking the steering system. Do not drive the vehicle. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Possible cause Possible solution The seat belt system is malfunctioning.
  • Page 330 Close the tilt/sliding sunroof ( page 227). Close the tilt/sliding sunroof ( page 227). Have the Tele Aid system* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Close the trunk lid. Add washer fluid ( page 285).

  • Page 331: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find ...? First aid kit The first aid kit is located in the trunk on the left side secured by a hook and loop fastener. 1 First aid kit 2 Hook and loop fastener Unfasten hook and loop fastener 2. Remove first aid kit 1.
  • Page 332 Practical hints Where will I find ...? 3 Arrow 4 Minispare wheel 5 Vehicle tool kit storage well casing 6 Vehicle tool kit Remove vehicle tool kit 6. Storing the vehicle tool kit Place vehicle tool kit 6 in vehicle tool kit storage well casing 5.
  • Page 333 1 Vehicle jack 2 Collapsible wheel chock and spare wheel bolts 3 Towing eye bolt 4 Alignment bolt 5 Wheel wrench 6 Spare fuses and valve extractor 7 Electric air pump Vehicle jack Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle.
  • Page 334 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Operational position Turn crank handle clockwise until it engages (operational position). Before storing the vehicle jack in its compartment: It should be fully collapsed. The handle must be folded in (storage position). Setting up the collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to additionally secure the vehicle, e.g.

  • Page 335: Minispare Wheel (Except C 55 Amg)

    Minispare wheel (except C 55 AMG) The Minispare wheel is located in the storage compartment underneath the trunk floor. Removing the Minispare wheel Lift up trunk floor cover and engage trunk floor handle in upper edge of trunk. Loosen the retaining screw ( page 329) in the middle of storage well casing.

  • Page 336: Collapsible Tire (C 55 Amg Only)

    Practical hints Where will I find ...? To prevent damage, always disengage trunk floor handle from upper edge of trunk and lower trunk floor before closing the trunk lid. Warning! The dimensions of the Minispare wheel are different from those of the road wheels. As a result, the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a Minispare wheel mounted.
  • Page 337 Loosen retaining screw 3 by turning it counterclockwise. Remove collapsible tire 1. Storing the collapsible tire If you wish to store the collapsible tire after use, carry out the following steps. Otherwise the collapsible tire will not fit the storage compartment. Make sure the collapsible tire is dry when storing it.

  • Page 338: Spare Wheel Bolts

    Practical hints Where will I find ...? In the case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the collapsible tire when observing the following restrictions: Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest tire repair facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate.

  • Page 339: Unlocking/Locking In An Emergency

    Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle If you are unable to unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey, open the driver’s door and the trunk using the mechanical key. Unlocking the driver’s door and/or the trunk with the mechanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system*.

  • Page 340: Locking The Vehicle

    Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking and opening the trunk A minimum height clearance of 5.71 ft (1.74 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The trunk lid lock is located next to the handle above the rear license plate recess. 1 Unlocking in an emergency 2 Handle Insert the mechanical key into the...

  • Page 341: Fuel Filler Flap

    1 Locking Insert the mechanical key into the driver’s door lock until it stops. Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 1. The driver’s door is locked. Unlocking/locking in an emergency Fuel filler flap In case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, you can open it manually.

  • Page 342: Manually Unlocking The Transmission Gear Selector Lever

    Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Manually unlocking the transmission gear selector lever In the case of power failure the transmis- sion gear selector lever can be manually unlocked, e.g. to tow the vehicle. Slide out the swiveling cup holder ( page 243).

  • Page 343: Opening/Closing In An Emergency

    Opening/closing in an emergency Power tilt/sliding sunroof* You can open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof manually should an electrical malfunction occur. The tilt/sliding sunroof drive is located behind the lens 1 of the interior overhead light. Remove SmartKey from the starter switch.

  • Page 344: Replacing Smartkey Batteries

    Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling. When inserting the batteries, make sure they are clean and free of lint. When replacing batteries, always replace both batteries. The required replacement batteries are available at any Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 345: Smartkey

    SmartKey Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent. Remove the mechanical key ( page 337). 1 Mechanical key 2 Battery compartment Insert mechanical key 1 in side opening and push grey slide. Battery compartment 2 is unlatched. Pull battery compartment 2 out of the housing in direction of arrow.

  • Page 346: Replacing Bulbs

    Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. Bulbs If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of...
  • Page 347 Low and high beam D2S-35 W Vehicles with Bi-Xenon* headlamps: Low beam and high beam use the same D2S-35W lamp. Do not replace the Xenon bulbs yourself. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Lamp Type 4 Halogen headlamp: High beam/high beam...
  • Page 348 Your hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. If the newly installed bulb does not come on, visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:...

  • Page 349: Replacing Bulbs For Front Lamps

    Replacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M ( page 109). Open the hood ( page 278) (except for side marker lamps). Halogen headlamp 1 Housing cover for low beam headlamp 2 Housing cover for high beam head-...
  • Page 350 Practical hints Replacing bulbs High beam bulb Press the clamp on housing cover 2 and remove it. Pull the electrical connector off. Turn bulb socket 5 counterclockwise and take out the bulb. Insert the new bulb so that its socket locates in the recess of the lamp housing.
  • Page 351 Bi-Xenon* headlamp Warning! Do not remove the cover 1 for the Bi-Xenon headlamp. Because of high voltage in Bi-Xenon lamps, it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its compo- nents. We recommend that you have such work done by a qualified technician.
  • Page 352 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front turn signal lamp bulb Turn bulb socket 3 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. Press gently onto the bulb and turn it counterclockwise out of bulb socket 3. Press new bulb gently into bulb socket 3 and turn clockwise until it engages.

  • Page 353: Replacing Bulbs For Rear Lamps

    Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp, do the following first: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M ( page 109). Open the trunk lid ( page 92). Tail lamp unit 1 Latch Fold the corresponding trim panel to the side.

  • Page 354: Replacing Wiper Blades

    Make certain that the wiper blades are properly installed. Improperly installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 355: Flat Tire

    When driving with spare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire pressure and do not ex- ceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel.
  • Page 356 Practical hints Flat tire Lifting the vehicle Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other sizable objects. One wheel chock is included with the vehicle tool kit ( page 329). When changing wheel on a level surface: Place the wheel chock in front of and another sizable object behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the...
  • Page 357 The jack take-up brackets are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings. 1 Take-up bracket 2 Jack Place jack 2 on firm ground. Position jack 2 under take-up bracket 1 so that it is always vertical (plumb-line) as seen from the side, even if the vehicle is parked on an incline.
  • Page 358 Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts. Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tight- ened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
  • Page 359 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly. Warning! Only use genuine equipment Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose. Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could fall of the jack.
  • Page 360 Practical hints Flat tire Screw air hose 4 onto the collapsible tire valve. Insert electrical plug 3 into vehicle cigarette lighter socket. Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1. Press I on electric air pump switch 2. The electric air pump should now switch on and inflate the collapsible tire.
  • Page 361 Lowering the vehicle Warning! Vehicles with collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only): Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly mounted. Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric pump ( page 357) before lowering the ve- hicle. Lower vehicle by turning crank counterclockwise until vehicle is resting fully on its own weight.

  • Page 362: Battery

    SmartKey is in the starter switch. Otherwise the alternator and other electronic components could be se- verely damaged. Have the battery checked regularly by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for maintenance intervals or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information.

  • Page 363: Disconnecting The Battery

    Warning! With a disconnected battery you will no longer be able to turn the SmartKey in the starter switch the gear selector lever will remain locked in position P 1 Negative terminal 2 Positive terminal cover Disconnecting the battery Turn off the engine ( page 56). Turn off all electrical consumers.

  • Page 364: Reconnecting The Battery

    Practical hints Battery Reconnecting the battery Turn off all electrical consumers. Remove SmartKey from starter switch. Connect the battery positive lead and fasten its cover 2. Connect the battery negative lead. NEVER invert the terminal connections! Reinstall the filter box ( page 360). The battery, its filler caps and the vent tube must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation.

  • Page 365: Jump Starting

    (12 V). Jump starting with a more powerful battery could damage the vehicle’s electrical system, which will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps. Always make sure the jumper cables...
  • Page 366 4 and 3 and then from positive terminals 1 and 2. You can now turn on the lights. Have the battery checked at the near- est authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicles with automatic transmission and/or 4MATIC: Do not tow-start the vehicle.

  • Page 367: Towing The Vehicle

    Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing. Use flatbed or wheel lift/dolly equip- ment with the SmartKey in the starter switch turned to position 0.

  • Page 368: Towing The Vehicle

    Practical hints Towing the vehicle To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the drivetrain, however, we recommend the drive shaft be discon- nected at the rear axle drive flange (vehicles with 4MATIC: disconnected at the front and rear axle drive flanges) for any towing beyond a short tow to a nearby garage.
  • Page 369 Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve- hicle.

  • Page 370: Installing Towing Eye Bolt

    Practical hints Towing the vehicle Installing towing eye bolt 1 Cover on right side of front bumper. 2 Cover on right side of rear bumper. Removing cover Press mark on cover 1 or 2 in direction of arrows. Lift cover off to reveal threaded hole for towing eye bolt.

  • Page 371: Fuses

    ( page 369): Fuse chart Spare fuses Fuse extractor Warning! Only use fuses approved for Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question. Otherwise, a short circuit could result and cause a fire. Only install fuses that have been tested...

  • Page 372: Main Fuse Box In Passenger Compartment

    Practical hints Fuses Main fuse box in passenger compartment The main fuse box is located in the passen- ger compartment on the driver’s side of the cockpit. 1 Main fuse box cover Opening fuse box Open the driver’s door. Pull fuse box cover 1 open with a screw driver or similar tool (see arrow).

  • Page 373: Fuse Box In Trunk

    Closing fuse box Make sure that the sealing rubber is properly positioned. Press fuse box cover 4 down and secure with clamps 5. Installing cover Insert cover 1 sideways into retainer 3. Twist screws 2 90° clockwise. Fuse box in trunk The fuse box is located in the trunk behind the left-hand trim panel.

  • Page 375: Technical Data

    Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and Tires Electrical system Main dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Consumer information...

  • Page 376: Parts Service

    The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle. All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts required for mainte- nance and repair work. In addition, strate- gically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service.

  • Page 377: Warranty Coverage

    Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any Mercedes-Benz Center. Technical data Warranty coverage...

  • Page 378: Identification Labels

    Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards 4 Engine number (engraved on engine) 5 VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield) 6 Vacuum line routing diagram label When ordering parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers.

  • Page 379: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive

    Layout of poly-V-belt drive C 230 Kompressor (all models) 1 Power steering pump 2 Idler pulley 3 Supercharger 4 Automatic belt tensioner 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator (alternator) C 240 (all models)/C 320 (all models)/ C 55 AMG 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump...

  • Page 380: Engine

    Poly-V-belt 2420 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. (Canada only) C 240 (203.061)
  • Page 381 Firing order Poly-V-belt The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. C 320 (203.064) (USA only) C 320 Sport (203.064)

  • Page 382: Rims And Tires

    Technical data Rims and Tires Only use tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Other tires and rims can have detrimental effects, such as poor handling characteristics increased noise increased fuel consumption...

  • Page 383: Same Size Tires

    All-season tires (radial-ply tires) 205/55 R16 91H Summer tires (radial-ply tires) Winter tires (radial-ply tires) 205/55 R16 91H M+S For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Technical data Rims and Tires C 55 AMG J x 17 1.46 in (37 mm)

  • Page 384: Mixed Size Tires

    Technical data Rims and Tires Mixed size tires Model C 230 Kompressor Sport C 320 Sport Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 225/45 R17 91W Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 1.34 in (34 mm) Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 245/40 R17 91W...

  • Page 385: Minispare Wheel

    Minispare wheel Model C 230 Kompressor (Canada only) C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 (USA only) C 320 4MATIC Rim (steel) 3.5 B x 16 H2 Wheel offset 0.67 in (17 mm) Tire T 125/90 R16 98M Must not be used with snow chains. Collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only) Model C 55 AMG...

  • Page 386: Electrical System

    Technical data Electrical system Model C 230 Kompressor (all models) Generator (alternator) 14 V/120 A Starter motor 12 V/1.1 kW Battery 12 V/100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 6 MPP 332 Electrode gap 0.031 in (0.8 mm) Tightening torque 18 – 22 lb-ft (25 – 30 Nm) C 240 (all models) C 55 AMG C 320 (all models)

  • Page 387: Main Dimensions

    Main dimensions Model C 230 Kompressor C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC Overall vehicle length 178.4 in (4531 mm) Overall vehicle width 68.0 in (1728 mm) Overall vehicle height 56.3 in (1429 mm) Wheelbase 106.9 in (2715 mm) Track, front 59.3 in (1505 mm) Track, rear...

  • Page 388: Weights

    Technical data Weights Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

  • Page 389: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    1.5 US qt (1.4 l) Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Approved engine oils MB Automatic Transmission Fluid MB Manual Transmission Oil...
  • Page 390 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Model Front axle C 240 4MATIC C 320 4MATIC Transfer case C 240 4MATIC C 320 4MATIC Power steering Front wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system C 230 Kompressor (all models) C 240 (all models) C 320 (all models) C 55 AMG Fuel tank...
  • Page 391 Model Air conditioning system Windshield washer Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios ( Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

  • Page 392: Engine Oils

    System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehicles). For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System (U.S.

  • Page 393: Premium Unleaded Gasoline

    Premium unleaded gasoline To maintain the engine’s durability and performance, premium unleaded gaso- line must be used. If premium unleaded is not available and low octane fuel is used, follow these precautions: Have the fuel tank only partially filled with unleaded regular and fill up with premium unleaded as soon as possible.

  • Page 394: Gasoline Additives

    In areas where carbon deposits may be encountered due to lack of availability of gasolines which contain these additives, Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of additives approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Refer to Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet for a listing of approved product(s).
  • Page 395 E85 compared to gasoline operation. Use of E85 may reduce your driving range. Maintenance Please inform your Mercedes-Benz Center if you use or have used E85 fuel when your vehicle is delivered for maintenance or repairs.

  • Page 396: Coolants

    The replacement interval published in the Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze solution or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification (see Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet) are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level.
  • Page 397 Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.

  • Page 398: Windshield Washer And Headlamp Cleaning System

    Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* Both the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* are supplied from the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of approx.: 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) in vehicles without headlamp cleaning system* 6.4 US qt (6.0 l) in vehicles with headlamp cleaning system*...

  • Page 399: Consumer Information

    Consumer information The following text is published 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 Quality grades can be found, where applicable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section...
  • Page 400 Technical data Consumer information Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden...

  • Page 401: Technical Terms

    The system will automatically deactivate the passenger front air bag when such a seat is properly installed (the 56 indicator lamp located in the center console comes on). See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability. BabySmart is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp.
  • Page 402 Technical terms COMAND* (Cockpit Management and Data System) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and the navigation system, as well as other optional equipment (CD changer*, telephone*, etc.). Control system The control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings.
  • Page 403 Engine speeds within the red marking of the tachometer dial. Avoid this engine speed range, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Poly-V-belt drive Drives engine-components (alternator, AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.
  • Page 404 Technical terms Power train Collective term designating all components used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, including engine clutch/torque converter transmission transfer case drive shaft differential axle shafts/axles Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automatic transmission* between standard operation S, comfort operation C and manual operation M (C 55 AMG only).
  • Page 405 (radio, CD, etc.). Feature description is based on preliminary infor- mation at time of printing. At time of printing, no date for availability of voice control had been set. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle model.

  • Page 407: Index

    ABS 77, 399 ABS control 77 Indicator lamp 25 Malfunction indicator lamp 302 Messages in display 310 Accelerator position, automatic transmission* 163 Accident In case of 53 Activating Air conditioning (cooling) 181 Air recirculation mode 179 Anti-theft alarm system* 84 Central locking (control system) 145 Climate control 175 Climate control system 177...
  • Page 408 Index Multicontour seat* 104 Placing upright rear seat head restraints 102 Power seat* 38 Rear seat head restraints 101 Seat belt height 45 Seat cushion depth 104 Seat cushion tilt, manual seat 36 Seat cushion tilt, power seat* 38 Seat fore and aft adjustment, manual seat 36 Seat fore and aft adjustment, power seat* 38...
  • Page 409 Anti-theft systems 83 Anti-theft alarm system* 83 Immobilizer 83 Tow-away alarm* 85 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Armrest Changing inclination of 242 Storage spaces 242 Armrest in rear passenger compartment 243 Ashtrays 245 ATF 282 AUDIO menu 127 Selecting radio station 128 Selecting satellite radio* station 128 Audio system 183 Audio and telephone, operation 183...
  • Page 410 Index Starting with 47 Steering wheel gearshift control (C 55 AMG only) 164 Transmission fluid 282 BabySmart Air bag deactivation system 70, 399 Compatible child seats 70, 399 Self-test 70 Backrest Folding forward 238 Folding rearward 238 Backrest contour Adjusting 104 Backrest side bolsters Adjusting 104 Backrest tilt...
  • Page 411 High mounted brake lamp 345 License plate lamps 345, 351 Low beam headlamps 345 Parking lamps, front 345, 348, 350 Parking lamps, rear 345, 351 Rear lamps 345 Side marker lamps, front 345, 350 Side marker lamps, rear 345, 351 Standing lamps, front 345, 348, 350 Standing lamps, rear 345, 351 Tail lamp unit 351...
  • Page 412 Index Charging Vehicle battery 361 Checking Brake fluid 277 Coolant level 277, 283 Engine oil level 277, 280 Tire inflation pressure 277 Vehicle lighting 277 Washer reservoir level 277 Child safety 67 Air bags 60 Infant and child restraint systems 64, 67 LATCH-type child seat anchors 73 Child safety switch see Blocking of rear door window operation...
  • Page 413 Consumer information 397 Control and operation of radio transmitters 272 Control system 121, 400 AUDIO menu 127 Convenience submenu 146 Display digital speedometer 127 Display outside temperature 127 Functions 122, 125 Instrument cluster submenu 135, 137 Lighting submenu 141 Menus 124, 125 Multifunction display 121 Multifunction steering wheel 122 NAV* menu 130...
  • Page 414 Index Date (day) Setting 140 Date (month) Setting 139 Date (year) Setting 141 Daytime running lamp mode 111 Setting 142 Deactivating Air conditioning (cooling) 181 Air recirculation mode 180 Alarm 84 Anti-theft alarm system* 84 Central locking (control system) 145 Climate control 175 Climate control system 177 Cruise control 232...
  • Page 415 Symbol messages 314 Text messages 310 Vehicle status messages 309 Distance to empty (range) Calling up 150 Door control panel 30 Door entry lamps 116 Door handle 92 Door unlock With Tele Aid* 255 Doors Message in display 319 Opening from inside vehicle 92 Opening from the outside 89 Downhill driving Cruise control 232...
  • Page 416 Index Releasing trunk lid from inside 95 Remote door unlock 255 Unlocking the vehicle 337 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emission control 273 Emission control information label 376 Ending A call (telephone*) 152 Engine Compartment 278 Starting with automatic transmission* 47 Starting with manual transmission 46 Starting with the SmartKey,...
  • Page 417 Fahrenheit Setting temperature units 135 Fastening the seat belts 43 Filler neck C 230 Kompressor (all models) 282 C 240 (all models), C 320 (all models), C 55 AMG 282 Fine adjustment Cruise control 233 First aid kit 329 Flat tire 353 Collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only) 334 Lowering the vehicle 359 Minispare wheel...
  • Page 418 Index Fuel cap Message in display 305, 322 Fuel consumption statistics After start 149 Since last reset 149 Fuel filler flap 275 Locking 275 Opening in an emergency 339 Unlocking 275 Fuel gauge 25 Fuel requirements 391 For ethanol fuel 392 Fuel reserve Warning lamp 25 Fuel tank...
  • Page 419 Halogen-type Front lamp bulbs 347 Hands-free microphone 29 Hard plastic trim items Cleaning 299 Hazard warning flasher 114 Switching off 114 Switching on 114 Head restraints 99 Front seats, manual seat 100 Front seats, power seat* 100 Manual seat 37 Power seat* 38 Rear seats 101 Head unit...
  • Page 420 Index Ignition 33 Switching on, automatic transmission* 47 Switching on, manual transmission 46 Immobilizer 83 Activating 83 Deactivating 83 Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Infant and child restraint systems 67 Installing 72 LATCH-type child seat anchors 73 Information About service and warranty 10 Inside door handle 92 Installing...
  • Page 421 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp 89 Checking the batteries 91 Factory setting 89 Global locking 89 Global unlocking 89 Loss of 91 Messages in display 322 Positions in starter switch 33 Remote control 88 Restoring to factory setting 90 Selective setting 89 Starting the engine, automatic transmission* 47 Starting the engine,...
  • Page 422 Index Light sensor 324 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting 109 Automatic headlamp mode 110 Combination switch 113 Daytime running lamp mode 111 Door entry lamps 116 Exterior lamp switch 109 Front fog lamps 112 High beams 113 Instrument cluster illumination 117 Instruments 117 Interior 115 Locator lighting 112...
  • Page 423 Manual headlamp mode 110 Manual operation Interior lighting control 115 Manual operations Fuel filler flap 339 Locking the vehicle 338 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 341 Unlocking the driver’s door 337 Unlocking the trunk 338 Unlocking transmission gear selector lever 340 Manual seat Adjusting 36 Adjusting backrest tilt 36 Adjusting head restraint height 37...
  • Page 424 Index Automatic antiglare* for rear view mirror 169 Exterior rear view mirror 41 Exterior rear view mirror parking position* 148 Interior rear view mirror 41 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position* 108 MON 276, 401 Motor Octane Number see MON Mph or km/h in speedometer 135 Multicontour seats* 104 Multifunction display 121, 401...
  • Page 425 One-touch gearshifting 158 Canceling gear range limit 158 Downshifting 158 Upshifting 158 Opening Cup holder, in rear seat armrest 245 Doors from the inside 92 Fuel filler flap 276 Fuel filler flap manually 339 Glove box 241 Hood 278 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* in an emergency 341 Side windows 223 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 227, 341...
  • Page 426 Index Passenger compartment 272 Interior lighting 115 Interior rear view mirror 41 Main fuse box in 370 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 245 Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 265 Performance In cold weather 393 In hot weather 393 Phone book* Loading 152 Quick search 153...
  • Page 427 Premium unleaded gasoline 391 Problems While driving 53 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Program mode 121 Program mode selector switch 402 Automatic shift program, automatic transmission* 162 Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only), automatic transmission* 166 Quick search Phone book* 153 Radio Selecting stations 128...
  • Page 428 Index Remote door unlock With Tele Aid* 255 Removing Ski sack* (Canada only) 237 Vehicle battery 361 Vehicle tool kit (C 55 AMG only) 330 Vehicle tool kit (except C 55 AMG) 329 Wheel 355 Wiper blades 352 Replacing Backup lamp bulbs 351 Brake lamp bulbs 351 Bulbs 344 Fog lamp bulb, rear 351...
  • Page 429 Satellite radio additional text information 200 general information 196 manual channel input 198 storing of station 200 Seat belt force limiter 67 Seat belt height adjustment 45 Seat belt height adjustment, front seats 45 Seat belt system Message in display 327 Seat belt telltale 25 Seat belts 64 Cleaning 299...
  • Page 430 Index Individual vehicle settings 132 Instrument lighting 117 Interior lighting delayed shut-off 145 Key dependent memory 147 Lamps and lighting (control system) 141 Language, multifunction display 136 Locator lighting 143 Lower speed in cruise control 233 Miles/kilometers in speedometer 135 Minutes (clock) 138 Night security illumination 143 Parking position* for exterior...
  • Page 431 Ski sack* (Canada only) 234 Installing 237 Removing 237 Unfolding and loading 234 Unloading and folding 236 Sliding in Swiveling cup holder, in front of seat armrest 244 Sliding out Swiveling cup holder, in front of seat armrest 243 SmartKey 88 Changing batteries 343 Locking and unlocking 88 Opening and closing the...
  • Page 432 Index Stopping Tilt/sliding sunroof* 229 Windows 225 Storage compartments Glove box 241 Storage spaces Cup holder in rear seat armrest 244 Cup holders in front of seat armrest 243 Storing station (satellite radio) 200 Storing (Memory function*) Positions into memory 107 Submenus Convenience 146 For settings 123...
  • Page 433 Technical data Air conditioning refrigerant 390 Brake fluid 390 Coolant 387, 388 Coolants 394 Electrical system 384 Engine 378 Engine oil additives 390 Engine oils 390 Flexible fuel vehicles 392 Fuel requirements 391 Fuels 387, 388 Gasoline additives 392 Lubricants 387 Main dimensions 385 Premium unleaded gasoline 391 Rims and tires 380...
  • Page 434 Index Time Setting hours 137 Setting minutes 138 Time display Setting 139 Time synchronization* With head unit 137 Tire inflation pressure Checking 277, 287 Tire speed rating 269, 403 Tire traction 269 Tires 286, 380 Consumer information 397 Direction of rotation 287 Driving instructions 268 Retreads 286 Rims and tires 380...
  • Page 435 Turn signal lamps, in mirrors Messages in display 326 Turn signal lamps, rear Messages in display 326 Replacing bulbs 345 Turn signals 50 Additional in mirrors 345 Cleaning lenses 297 Front bulbs 345 Indicator lamps 25 Rear bulbs 345 Turning inward Swiveling cup holder, in front of seat armrest 244 Turning off...
  • Page 436 Index Vehicle battery 360 Vehicle care 295 Cloth upholstery 300 Cup holders 299 Engine cleaning 297 Gear selector lever 299 Hard plastic trim items 299 Headlamps 297 Instrument cluster 298 Leather upholstery 299 Light alloy wheels 298 MB Tex upholstery 300 Ornamental moldings 297 Paintwork 296 Plastic and rubber parts 300...
  • Page 437 Warning lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Warning sounds Drivers seat belts 64 Parking brake 48 Warranty coverage 375 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washer reservoir level Checking 277 Washing the vehicle 295 Wear pattern (tires) 289 Weights 386 Wheel bolts 336 Wheel change Tightening torque 359...
  • Page 441 If you have questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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