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Mercedes-Benz 2000 C-Class, Operator'S Manual

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Identification Labels 
 

When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle 
identification and engine numbers. 
 

1.

 Certification Label 

2.

 Vehicle Identification No. (VIN) 

3.

 VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield) 

4.

 Engine No. 

    C 230 Kompressor, rear left, 
    C 280, rear right, 
    C 43 AMG, rear right 

5.

 Body No. and Paintwork No. 

6.

 Emission Control Label 

7.

 Information Label 

    California version 
    Vacuum line routing for emission control system 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 2000 C-Class

Page 1: ...ller nozzle unit Only fill fuel tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out do not overfill Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the Check Engine lamp to illuminate Use premium un...

Page 2: ...32 cp turn signal lamps rear 21 W 32 cp tail parking side marker and standing lamp 5 W 4 cp tail and parking lamp passenger side 21 4 W tail parking arid rear fog lamp driver s side 21 4 W license pl...

Page 3: ...5 Glove box illuminated with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2 16 Left front seat heater switch 17 ASR or ESP control switch 18 Switch for rear seat head restraints 19 Hazard warning fla...

Page 4: ...gnal indicator lamp green 5 ASR or ESP warning lamp yellow See Index 6 Speedometer 7 Trip odometer See Index 8 Main odometer or FSS indicator See Index 9 Right turn signal indicator lamp green 10 Tach...

Page 5: ...ds worn down See Index SRS malfunction See Index Brake fluid low except Canada Parking brake engaged See Index Telescoping steering column not locked See Index Brake fluid low Canada only Parking brak...

Page 6: ...ce Booklet Caution To prevent damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly Otherw...

Page 7: ...er several unsuccessful attempts have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Important Due to the installed starter nonrepeat feature the electronic key must be turned compl...

Page 8: ...nificantly reducing their effectiveness It may not be possible to stop the car in sufficient time to avoid an accident The condition of the parking brake system is checked each time the vehicle is in...

Page 9: ...ar Continued driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a fire Aquaplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road...

Page 10: ...ding move selector lever to position N Try to keep the vehicle under control by corrective steering action Road salts and chemicals can adversely affect braking efficiency Increased pedal force may be...

Page 11: ...tribution control switch 10 Rear window defroster 11 Economy mode 12 Air recirculation Residual engine heat utilization Model C 230 Kompressor The system is always at operational readiness except when...

Page 12: ...r Conditioner Select temperature for each side of the passenger compartment Select air volume with control switch at least to position 1 to start the air conditioner Set air distribution control switc...

Page 13: ...e climate control off set air volume control switch to position 0 The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off While driving use this setting only temporarily otherwise the windshield coul...

Page 14: ...or for a short while Air volume is controlled automatically To select Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 0 or remove Close air outlet in rear passenger compartment Press button Indi...

Page 15: ...ter air outlet turn wheel up to open 2 Air volume control for side air outlet To open air outlets Turn wheel to position 3 Center air outlets adjustable 4 Side air outlets adjustable 5 Display and Con...

Page 16: ...c Mode Press button for automatic mode Simultaneously press both and button for temperature setting of 72 F Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically This setting can be used all year a...

Page 17: ...a minimum turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 12 minutes of operation If several power consumers are turned on simultaneo...

Page 18: ...lly fresh air within 20 minutes Dust Filter Nearly all dust particles and pollen are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system Notes Do not o...

Page 19: ...operations it can be extended outward To do so move lock 3 in direction of arrow slide the mechanical key 2 in direction of arrow 4 until it locks in place The remote control transmitter is located i...

Page 20: ...Inserting the electronic key in the steering lock deactivates the start lock out The engine cannot be started Inserting the electronic key in the steering lock deactivates the start lock out Note In...

Page 21: ...lly locked and unlocked via remote control Opening and closing the windows and sliding pop up roof can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control Aim transmitter eye 5 at a receiver...

Page 22: ...below for changing mode The vehicle is automatically locked again if within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control neither door or trunk is opened the electronic key is not inserted in the s...

Page 23: ...ress transmit button after locking car The windows and sliding pop up roof begin to close after approx 1 second To interrupt closing procedure release button Warning Never operate the windows or slidi...

Page 24: ...device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this device...

Page 25: ...ividual door can be locked with door lock button the driver s door can only be locked when it is closed If the car has previously been locked from the outside only the door being opened from the insid...

Page 26: ...on of switch 2 for a minimum of 5 seconds With the automatic central locking system activated the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more The fuel filler flap rema...

Page 27: ...nical key with the vehicle Notes In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be locked and unlocked individually To lock turn mechanical key to position 2 or 3 To unlock and o...

Page 28: ...up roof begin to open automatically after approximately 1 second To interrupt the opening procedure turn mechanical key to position 2 Warning Never operate the windows or sliding pop up roof if there...

Page 29: ...l flash and the horn will sound intermittently when someone opens a door opens the trunk opens the hood attempts to raise the vehicle The alarm will last approximately 21 2 minutes in the form of blin...

Page 30: ...ll stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered To prevent triggering the alarm switch off the tow away protection before towing the vehicle or when parking on a surface subject to movement such...

Page 31: ...Head Restraints Front see Index Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving Important Prior to operating the vehicle the driver should adjust the seat height for pro...

Page 32: ...t will be raised or lowered one notch at a time Allow lever to re engage Check for proper engagement before driving Seat Cushion Tilt Turn handwheel 3 forward or backward Backrest Tilt Turn handwheel...

Page 33: ...l lumbar and side support The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied with regulators 1 2 and 3 after turning the electronic key in steerin...

Page 34: ...tch If both indicator lamps are on press lower half of switch If left on the seatheater automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of operation Note When in operation the seat heater consu...

Page 35: ...ing wheel while driving or driving without the telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Unlocking Pull handle 1 out to its stop The indicator lamp located in...

Page 36: ...th engine running Press symbol side of rocker switch to release the head restraints The head restraints will then fold backward for increased visibility Placing head restraints upright Pull head restr...

Page 37: ...m which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the seat manufacturer s instructions A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the chi...

Page 38: ...of the Rear Seat Pull belt with latch plate 1 over lap so that the belt is positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen Push latch plate 1 into buckle 2 until it clicks Do no...

Page 39: ...ted belt against your body could cause injuries Pregnant women should also use a lap shoulder belt The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressu...

Page 40: ...eat cushion and child seat e g pillow since it reduces the effectiveness of the deactivation system Follow the manufacturer s instructions for installation of special child seats The passenger side fr...

Page 41: ...em is not designed to deploy The SRS uses two crash severity levels thresholds to activate either the Emergency tensioning retractor ETR or airbag or both Activation depends on the direction and sever...

Page 42: ...he SRS and in rear impacts exceeding a preset security level They remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body restricting its forward movement as muc...

Page 43: ...tays on longer than 4 seconds or does not come on Have the system checked at your authorized Merzedes Benz dealer immediately In the operational mode after the indicator lamp has gone out following th...

Page 44: ...er seat as far as possible rearward still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls Do not lean with your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard Keep hands on the outside of stee...

Page 45: ...When you sell the vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an SRS by alerting him to the applicable section in the Owner s Manual...

Page 46: ...2 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 deacti...

Page 47: ...he two sections separately to enlarge the cargo area Fold down Pull locking handle and fold backrest forward Set up Pull backrest up until it locks in its upright position Check for secure locking by...

Page 48: ...es the handling characteristics of the vehicle Notes The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects The enlarged cargo area should only be used for items which do not fit in the trunk alone Warning...

Page 49: ...ith rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo Shelf below Rear Window Warning The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects This will avoid such objects from being throw...

Page 50: ...ent may cause serious personal injury Important If the electronic key is left in the steering lock position 0 for an extended period of time it can no longer be turned in the lock In this case remove...

Page 51: ...led when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree 6 Control for windshield wiper washer system Push briefly for a single wipe without adding washer fluid use only when windshield is wet P...

Page 52: ...ndshield wiper smears the windshield even during rain activate the washer system as often as necessary The fluid in the washer reservoir should be mixed in the correct ratio Blocked Windshield Wiper I...

Page 53: ...ectronic key in steering lock position 2 Note With the electronic key removed and a front door open a warning sounds if the vehicle s exterior lamps except standing lamps are not switched off Fog lamp...

Page 54: ...ur inside mirror to determine the size and distance of objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror Antiglare Night Position With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the mirror reflecti...

Page 55: ...p switched on the driver s side mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Warning Exercise care when using the passenger side mirror The passenger side exterior mirror is conv...

Page 56: ...e ashtray insert move the gear selector lever to position N Warning Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still With the gear selector lever in position N turn off the engine and set the par...

Page 57: ...used to accommodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W Sun Visors Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare If sunlight enters through a side window disengage visor from inner mounting...

Page 58: ...rally unlocking or opening a door 2 Press to switch interior and reading lamps on or off 3 Press to switch rear passenger compartment lamp on or off 4 Press to switch reading lamp on or off Parcel Net...

Page 59: ...mrest Lift lid with handle 4 To open compartment under armrest Lift lid with handle 5 To close Lower lid until it engages in lock Cupholder in Center Console To open cover Touch top of cover 6 slightl...

Page 60: ...1 or 3 turning the mechanical key to the unlocking position or pressing button on the remote control and holding it Notes The sliding pop up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical...

Page 61: ...anger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure In case of obstruction the automatic reversal will not operate if a window is being closed by pressing the switch to its resistance point and hold...

Page 62: ...ight sensitivity To briefly illuminate the display with electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0 or 1 pressbutton O h or m Trip Odometer To reset Press button O once and hold with display...

Page 63: ...ust be parked and unlocked Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open The indicator lamp remains on with trunk lid open Notes With vehicle centrally locked the trunk can also be opened by using the rem...

Page 64: ...n the button Note The light blinks immediately if the integrated remote control is being programmed for the first time or if its memory was previously erased If you are reprogramming a previously used...

Page 65: ...remote control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed up to 20 seconds Erasing the integrated remote control memory 1 Turn electronic key in steering lock to positi...

Page 66: ...r authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Warning Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving a vehicle Whether or not prohibited by law for safety reasons the driver...

Page 67: ...he brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should go out A warning sounds if you start to drive without having released the parking brake Also see Brake Warning Lamp Test in Index Driving Off App...

Page 68: ...ke pedal Important After selecting any driving position from N or P wait a moment to allow the gear to fully engage before accelerating especially when the engine is cold Accelerator Position Partial...

Page 69: ...when the vehicle speed reaches the engine s speed limit of that gear e g by applying the service brakes Continue driving in the usual manner The transmission will then shift down automatically To prev...

Page 70: ...ar except with selector lever in 1st gear or with accelerator pedal in kick down position The W mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the vehicle The gear shifting process occurs at...

Page 71: ...ler as soon as possible 4 Resume If the lever is briefly pushed to position 4 when driving at a speed exceeding approx 25 mph 40 km h the vehicle resumes the speed which was set prior to the cancellat...

Page 72: ...key in steering lock position 2 the oil level warning lamp comes on It should go out immediately when the engine is running If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine or comes on w...

Page 73: ...eak has been detected Retighten cap and see if lamp goes out If the warning lamp continues to blink after closing the fuel cap correctly have the fuel system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz d...

Page 74: ...uarantee that the road surface is free of ice Coolant Temperature Gauge If the antifreeze mixture is effective to 22 F 30 C the boiling point of the coolant in the pressurized cooling system of your v...

Page 75: ...ble Note Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system The engine will overheat causing major engine damage Monitor the coolant temperature gauge while driving Warning Do not spill antifreeze on...

Page 76: ...up during braking this indicates that the brake pads are worn down Have the brake system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer as soon as possible Brake Warning Lamp With the electronic key...

Page 77: ...distance is displayed Within 10 seconds turn electronic key in steering lock to position 0 4 Press and hold button 0 while turning electronic key in steering lock to position 2 again The present statu...

Page 78: ...lls below 10 volts the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the ABS is operationa...

Page 79: ...ust apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated The malfunction indicator lamps for the...

Page 80: ...SR is also switched off Driving the vehicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to rotate at different speeds therefore the ASR may activate yellow ASR warning lamp in speedometer dial comes...

Page 81: ...heel must have the same tire size When testing the parking brake on a brake test dynamometer the engine must be shut off Otherwise the electronic stability program will immediately be engaged and will...

Page 82: ...Important If the ESP warning lamp flashes during take off apply as little throttle as possible while driving ease up on the accelerator...

Page 83: ...driving have the cause determined and corrected immediately If you must drive under these conditions drive only with at least one window fully open On Board Diagnostic System The Sequential Multiport...

Page 84: ...Electronic Stability Program ESP can only be achieved with M S rated radial ply tires and or snow chains recommended by Mercedes Benz Snow chains maximize performance Snow Chains Use only snow chains...

Page 85: ...attempt to fully close it Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving When cl...

Page 86: ...to avoid possibly serious burns or injury Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gauge indic...

Page 87: ...ean prior to checking the engine oil level Fully insert dipstick in tube and remove after three seconds to obtain accurate reading Oil level must be between the lower min and upper max mark of the dip...

Page 88: ...fter a short while Perform the oil level check with the dipstick if it cannot be completed via the odometer display field In this case we recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes Benz...

Page 89: ...ged When the trunk lid is closed the switch will reset and turn on the lamp next time the lid is opened Stowing Things in the Vehicle Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden...

Page 90: ...l 4 Vehicle tools 5 Tab Lift trunk floor and engage handle in upper edge of the trunk To remove spare tire Turn luggage bowl counterclockwise and remove To store spare tire Place spare tire in wheel w...

Page 91: ...the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parking brake and b...

Page 92: ...orate Important Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement Notes Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheels any time y...

Page 93: ...280 with light alloy rims 3 Wheel bolt for Canada model C 230 Kompressor with steel rims Replace rims or tires with the same designation manufacturer and type as shown on the original part See your a...

Page 94: ...an incline 7 Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the ground Never start engine while vehicle is raised 8 Unscrew upper most wheel bolt and install alignment bolt 1 supplied in the tool kit...

Page 95: ...perature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed Tire pressure should therefore only be corrected on cold tires Correct tire pressure in warm tires only if pressure has dropped below the pressure...

Page 96: ...ith the specified watt rating When replacing halogen bulbs do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands Use plain paper or a clean cloth Warning Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can...

Page 97: ...Signal Parking Side Marker and Standing Lamp 2357 NA 28 5 8 3 W 30 2 2 cp bulb Open hood Squeeze latch 1 together and lift complete lamp assembly out to front of vehicle Twist bulb socket 2 countercl...

Page 98: ...s latch 1 and remove access cover 2 from the headlamp 4 Vertical headlamp aim low beams on Turn adjusting screw 3 counterclockwise to adjust headlamp downward clockwise upward until bubble in the leve...

Page 99: ...lines should be 47 1 4 inches 1198 mm If the distance does not check have the system verified at an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer 3 Low beams off Measure the vertical height from the floor to refere...

Page 100: ...standing lamp 5 W 4 cp bulb 5 Passenger side Tail and parking lamp 21 4W bulb Driver s side Tail parking and rear fog lamp 21 4 bulb To replace bulbs From inside trunk open locks and swing open lamp c...

Page 101: ...y and corrected if necessary especially if you use the vehicle less than approximately 200 miles 300 km per month mostly for short distance trips or if it is not used for long periods of time Only cha...

Page 102: ...supplied inside the main fuse box Observe amperage and color of fuse To gain access to the main fuse box 1 press clamp arrow lift the fuse box cover up and remove it A special fuse puller comes with t...

Page 103: ...of the first jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery and the other end to the positive terminal of the charged battery Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal p...

Page 104: ...pull out Cover installation Engage cover at bottom and press in top securely We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment This method is preferable to other types of towing Th...

Page 105: ...k position 0 or 1 Otherwise the ASR will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes Caution Vehicles with Electronic Stability System ESP If the vehicle is towed with the front axle r...

Page 106: ...st technology You can obtain Mercedes Benz approved car care products at your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Scratches corrosive deposits corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot...

Page 107: ...mical cleaning agents Use only clear lukewarm water and soap Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above 176 F 80 C or in direct sunlight Warning Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely...

Page 108: ...upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care Exercise particular care when cleaning perforated leather as its underside should not become wet MB T...

Page 109: ...cal key Lift battery compartment 4 slightly in direction of arrow 5 and remove in direction of arrow 6 Change batteries 7 inserting new ones under contact spring 8 with plus side facing up Return batt...

Page 110: ...er to sections Manual Seats Power Seats and Head Restraints Rear in Index Power seats Removal Push button 1 up to bring the head restraint to its highest position Pull out head restraint completely wi...

Page 111: ...e again to prevent personal injury Emergency Operation of Sliding Pop Up Roof The sliding pop up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur The sliding pop up roof dr...

Page 112: ...erly installed blade may cause windshield damage Removal Fold wiper arm forward Press safety tab down 1 push wiper blade downward 2 and remove Place wiper blade on firm support Slide direction of arro...

Page 113: ...does not release the fuel filler flap pull the manual release knob while simultaneously opening the fuel filler flap Roof Rack Use only those roof racks approved by Mercedes Benz to avoid damage to th...

Page 114: ...s see Technical Data in Index C 230 Kompressor Routing Belt I 1 Crankshaft 2 Air conditioner compressor 3 Power steering pump 4 Coolant pump 5 Idler pulley C 230 Kompressor Routing Belt II 6 Generator...

Page 115: ...on strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service More than 300 000 different spare parts for other Mercedes Benz models are available Mercedes Benz original...

Page 116: ...Certification Label 2 Vehicle Identification No VIN 3 VIN visible lower edge of windshield 4 Engine No C 230 Kompressor rear left C 280 rear right C 43 AMG rear right 5 Body No and Paintwork No 6 Emi...

Page 117: ...ordance with the terms of the following warranties 1 New vehicle limited warranty 2 Emission systems warranty 3 Emission performance warranty 4 California and Massachusetts emission control systems wa...

Page 118: ...e speed 5800 rpm All season tires Radial ply tires 205 55 R 16 91 H Firing order 1 3 4 2 Electrical System tPoly V belt routing I 1875 mm Generator alternator 14 V 90 A Poly V belt routing II 1339 mm...

Page 119: ...m Rims light alloy rims Wheel offset 7J x 16 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm tires Radial ply tires 205 55 R 16 91 H Firing order 1 4 3 6 2 5 Electrical System tPoly V belt 2390 mm Gen...

Page 120: ...are Wheel Rims2 AMG light alloy rims 71 2J x 17 H 2 Wheel offset 1 38 in 35 mm All season tire Radial ply tire 225 45 ZR 173 Electrical System Total piston displacement 260 0 cu in 4265 cm3 Generator...

Page 121: ...220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle See an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer for the correspon ding data of ali special bodies and special eq...

Page 122: ...t wheel hubs approx 2 1 oz 60 g each High temperature roller bearing grease Accelerator control linkage Hydraulic fluid Brake system approx 0 5 US qt 0 5 I MB Brake fluid DOT 4 Windshield washer and h...

Page 123: ...the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Air Conditioner Refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used in the air conditioner system Never use R 12 CFC or mineral based lubricat...

Page 124: ...f any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10 MTBE not to exceed 15 The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3 plus additional components Using mixtures of Ethanol and Methanol...

Page 125: ...o the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water If you are not s...

Page 126: ...s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The t...

Page 127: ...lem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the dealership management or if necessary contact us at the following addresse...

Page 128: ...tion to notifying Mercedes Benz of North America Inc If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a...

Page 129: ...r authorized Mercedes Benz dealer We consider this to be the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when performing...

Page 130: ...to remove slowly could result in personal injury 2 Tire Inflation Pressure Check at least every two weeks For details see Index 3 Coolant Level See Adding coolant in Index 4 Windshield Washer System H...

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