Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Operator's Manual page 150

Refueling
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Problems with the transmission
Problem
The transmission has
problems shifting gear.
The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no
longer changes gear.
Releasing the parking lock manually
In the event of an electrical malfunction, it is
possible to release the selector lever lock
manually to move it out of position P. This is
the case, for example, if you wish to tow the
vehicle away.
! Do not use any sharp-edged objects to
remove the selector lever gaiter from the
center console. This could damage the
selector lever gaiter.
Apply the parking brake.
X
Pry off selector lever gaiter : with a flat,
X
blunt object (e.g. a screwdriver wrapped in
Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
The transmission is losing oil.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
X
shop immediately.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.
Stop the vehicle.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Wait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.
X
Shift the transmission to position D or R.
X
If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is
selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
X
shop immediately.
cloth) from the right-hand edge. Pull selec-
tor lever gaiter : up and out.
Press release button ; down and simul-
X
taneously move the selector lever out of
position P.
The selector lever can now be moved freely
until it is returned to position P.
Refueling
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo-
sion.
You must avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine
and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before
refueling.
G WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.