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C 230 Kompressor Sport
C 240
C 240 4MATIC
C 320
C 320 4MATIC
C 320 Sport
C 32 AMG

Summary of Contents for 2004 C 230 Kompressor Sport

Page 1: ...C 230 Kompressor Sport C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC C 320 Sport C 32 AMG...

Page 2: ...re and also the safety of you and your passen gers we ask you to make a small invest ment of time Please read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your refer...

Page 3: ...our vehicle 17 Reporting safety defects 18 Reporting Safety Defects 18 At a glance 19 Cockpit 20 Instrument cluster 22 Multifunction steering wheel 24 Center console 25 Upper part 25 Lower part 26 Ove...

Page 4: ...nlocking from the inside 91 Seats 92 Easy entry exit feature 92 Removing and installing front seat head restraints 93 Rear seat head restraints 94 Multicontour seat 97 Heated seats 98 Memory function...

Page 5: ...tribution 166 Adjusting air volume 166 Maximum cooling MAXCOOL 167 Defrosting 167 Air recirculation mode 167 Charcoal filter 169 Air conditioning 170 Residual heat and ventilation 171 Rear passenger c...

Page 6: ...e 248 At the gas station 249 Refueling 249 Check regularly and before a long trip 251 Engine compartment 252 Hood 252 Engine oil 253 Transmission fluid level 256 Coolant level 257 Battery 258 Windshie...

Page 7: ...emergency 309 Sliding pop up roof 309 Replacing bulbs 310 Bulbs 310 Replacing bulbs for front lamps 312 Side marker lamp bulb 314 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps 315 Replacing wiper blades 316 Removin...

Page 8: ...es 343 Mixed size tires 344 Minispare wheel 345 Electrical system 346 Main dimensions 347 Weights 348 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 349 Capacities 349 Engine oils 352 Engine oil additives 352 Air cond...

Page 9: ...for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in indi vidual cases an official approval or authori zation by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such part...

Page 10: ...ng that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore infor mation illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Optional equipment i...

Page 11: ...d for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following oc curs 1 the same substantial defect or mal function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if th...

Page 12: ...a year For additional information refer to the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Program Brochure in your glove box Change of address or ownership If you change your address be sure to send in the Cha...

Page 13: ...aded fuels will damage the catalysts gasoline may have a considerably low er octane rating and improper fuel can cause engine damage Certain Mercedes Benz models are avail able for delivery in Europe...

Page 14: ...ed in your vehi cle This section expands on the Getting started section and also describes techni cal innovations If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle this section will...

Page 15: ...ep procedure Page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page In the glossar...

Page 16: ...refore never turn off the engine while driving Warning G Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires wheels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious...

Page 17: ...ter to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Center management or if necessary contac...

Page 18: ...y 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...

Page 19: ...19 At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel...

Page 20: ...20 At a glance Cockpit Cockpit...

Page 21: ...age 6 Overhead control panel 27 7 Glove box lid release glove box lock 216 8 Glove box 216 9 Center console 25 a Starter switch 31 b Horn c Steering wheel adjustment handle manual 37 d Steering wheel...

Page 22: ...22 At a glance Instrument cluster Instrument cluster...

Page 23: ...dicator 111 Digital clock 113 7 Engine malfunction indicator lamp 276 v Electronic Stability Program ESP warning lamp 74 277 A High beam head lamp indicator 47 106 E Indicator lamp without function1 D...

Page 24: ...er 113 Operating control system 113 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume down to decrease up to increase 3 Telephone Press button to take a call to end a call Item Page 4 Menu systems Press b...

Page 25: ...ch switching on off 106 5 Central locking switch 91 6 Rear seat head restraints switch 95 7 Anti theft alarm system indicator lamp 78 Tow away alarm switch 79 Item Page 8 Seat heater passenger side 98...

Page 26: ...1 Ashtray 220 2 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 44 145 Gearshift lever for manual transmission 43 141 3 Storage compartment 218 Cup holder 217 Cigarette lighter 221 4 Armrest 219 5 Pro...

Page 27: ...ght reading lamp on off 108 4 Interior lighting control 107 5 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency call system telephone and voice control system see separate operating instructions 138 193 22...

Page 28: ...Memory function for storing seat exterior mirror and steering wheel settings 99 3 Seat adjustment 32 92 4 Switches for opening closing frontdoor windows 200 5 Switch for rear door window override 70...

Page 29: ...29 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

Page 30: ...ponding page references are located at the end of each segment Unlocking Unlocking with the SmartKey SmartKey with remote control 1 Lock button 2 Opening button for the trunk lid 3 Unlock button 4 Pan...

Page 31: ...arter 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 per...

Page 32: ...ving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and lock your vehicle The power seats can also be operated with the driver s or front passenger door open Do not leave children unat...

Page 33: ...ility to properly operate controls Seat cushion tilt Turn handwheel 2 forward or back ward until your upper legs are lightly supported Seat backrest tilt Press switch 3 in direction of arrow until you...

Page 34: ...or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion For more information see Seats page 92 Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint...

Page 35: ...be as far rearward as possible consistent with ability to properly operate controls Seat cushion tilt Press switch up or down in direction of arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported Seat b...

Page 36: ...Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident Warning G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Adjusting the...

Page 37: ...tion Steering wheel adjustment electrical The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the steering column lower left 1 Adjusting steering column in or out 2 Adjusting steering column up or d...

Page 38: ...The memory function page 99 lets you store the setting for the steering wheel together with the settings for the seat position and exterior rear view mirrors Warning G In the case of an accident liqu...

Page 39: ...e desired setting For more information see Activating exte rior rear view mirror parking position page 150 If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly pushed forward hit from the rear or forcibly pus...

Page 40: ...ou can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are wearing your seat belt The airbags can only protect as ex pected if the occupants are...

Page 41: ...ting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause se...

Page 42: ...lt as low as possible on your hips over hip joint and not across the abdomen Place the seat backrest in a nearly up right position Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time Do not faste...

Page 43: ...the starter switch to position 3 and hold until the engine starts page 31 For information on turning off the engine see Turning off engine page 52 Warning G Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to y...

Page 44: ...released For information on turning off the engine see Turning off engine page 52 Starting difficulties If the engine does not start as described carry out the following steps Turn SmartKey in starter...

Page 45: ...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 which could result in an acci dent and or serious...

Page 46: ...e wheel slip and reduced vehi cle control Your vehicle s ABS will not pre vent this type of loss of control Place the gear selector lever in position R only when the vehicle is stopped in order to avo...

Page 47: ...d The high beam symbol A in the instrument cluster comes on For more information on high beam see Combination switch page 105 Windshield wipers The combination switch is located on the left of the ste...

Page 48: ...p cleaning system page 259 i Vehicles without rain sensor Fast wiper speed III goes to setting II when the vehicle is standing still Vehicles with rain sensor Intermittent wiping interval is depen den...

Page 49: ...page 257 In case of accident If the vehicle is leaking gasoline Do not start the engine under any cir cumstances Notify local fire and or police authori ties If the extent of the damage cannot be de t...

Page 50: ...In this case it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle Warning G Do not park this vehicle in areas where com bustible mat...

Page 51: ...n 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 Warning G Getting out of your vehicle with the...

Page 52: ...eep slopes turn the front wheels towards the road curb i Vehicles with automatic transmission The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P With t...

Page 53: ...53 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems...

Page 54: ...Key The 1 indicator lamp goes out shortly after you start the engine This shows that the restraint systems are operational A malfunction in the system has been detected if the 1 indicator lamp fails t...

Page 55: ...nate injuries and fatalities The activation of the SRS temporarily releas es a small amount of dust from the airbags This dust however is neither injurious to your health nor does it indicate a fire i...

Page 56: ...oard when the seat is occupied Occupants especially children should never lean their heads in the area of the door where the side airbag inflates This could result in serious injuries or death should...

Page 57: ...could result in serious injuries or death should the side airbag be activated 2 Always sit upright properly use the seat belts and use an appropriately sized in fant or child restraint system for all...

Page 58: ...an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked Only use belts in stalled or supplied by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Airbags and emergency tensioning devices ETDs a...

Page 59: ...page 66 the impact exceeds a preset deployment treshold An airbag system component within the steering wheel gets hot after the airbag has inflated Do not touch Improper work on the system including...

Page 60: ...o fasten your seat belts If the driver s seat belt is not fastened before the engine is started the seat belt non usage warning lamp illuminates and a warning chime sounds for approximately six second...

Page 61: ...ing their seat belts Warning G Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest reclined Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a coll...

Page 62: ...your shoul der In a crash your body would move too far forward That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen which could se v...

Page 63: ...an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child and recommended for use by Mercedes Benz Ensure that the infant or child is prop erly secured by a belt at all times while the...

Page 64: ...ract completely The seat belt can again be used in the usual man ner i For information on child seats with anchor fittings for tether anchorages see Installation of infant and child re straint systems...

Page 65: ...hen properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat ing positions Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint...

Page 66: ...ed in the center console comes on for approximately six seconds and then goes out If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit the system is not func tioning You must see an authori...

Page 67: ...Siemens Automotive Corp Warning G When using a BabySmartTM compatible child seat on the front passenger seat the passenger front airbag will not deploy only if the PASS AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp remai...

Page 68: ...talled if removable and positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and top of seat back Make sure the tether strap is not twisted 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring Secu...

Page 69: ...anchors 1 With a child seat installed in the left rear seat the seat belt for the center seat occupied by a passenger must op erate freely Guide seat belt between its seat cushion mount and backrest m...

Page 70: ...pact damaged child seats or child seat anchors 1 must be replaced Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle even if the children are secured in a child restraint system i Operation of the rear d...

Page 71: ...hicles equipped with an anti theft alarm system have SmartKeys with integrated panic button 1 i For operation in the USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to...

Page 72: ...sure The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster page 22 comes on when you turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2 It goes out when the engine is running i In winter operation the maxim...

Page 73: ...apply the brakes very quickly the BAS automatically provides full brake boost thereby poten tially reducing the braking distance Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking sit...

Page 74: ...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 The BAS cannot preve...

Page 75: ...dents The capabilities of anESP equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or danger ous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or the safety of others The ESP will only function...

Page 76: ...ESP always operates when you are braking even when it has been deacti vated Switching on the ESP Press lower switch position 2 The ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer goes out You are now again in...

Page 77: ...guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid The ESP cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed Do not tow with one axle raised Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged which is not cove...

Page 78: ...le opening the vehicle with the mechanical key Arming the alarm system The alarm system is armed after locking the vehicle with the SmartKey The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that th...

Page 79: ...ise the vehicle i If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times one of the following elements may not be properly closed a door the trunk lid Close the respective element and lock the vehicle agai...

Page 80: ...a surface subject to movement such as a ferry or auto train The switch is located on the center console 1 Tow away alarm off switch 2 Indicator lamp Switch off the ignition and remove the SmartKey Pre...

Page 81: ...s Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Manual transmission Automatic transmission Good visibility Climate control Automatic climate control Audio system Power windows Sliding pop...

Page 82: ...a removable mechanical key The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKeys are a different color to help distinguish each SmartKey unit The SmartKey provides an extended oper atin...

Page 83: ...p Press and hold buttons and simultaneously for about five seconds until battery check lamp 5 flashes twice The SmartKey will then function as follows Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Pres...

Page 84: ...drained Check the batteries in the SmartKey page 84 and replace them if necessary page 307 or Use the mechanical key to unlock the doors page 305 and the trunk lid page 306 as required or Use the mec...

Page 85: ...r authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replace ment Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the inside Open door only when conditions are safe to...

Page 86: ...e 84 or from its inside in an emergency see Trunk lid emergency release page 88 i If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside with the SmartKey opening a door from the inside will trigg...

Page 87: ...lid page 84 or from its inside in an emergency see Trunk lid emergency release page 88 Closing the trunk 1 Handle Lower trunk lid using handle 1 Close trunk lid with hands placed flat on it The trunk...

Page 88: ...button The button will flash for 30 minutes after opening the trunk The button will flash for 60 minutes after closing the trunk Warning G Only drive with the trunk closed Among other dangers such as...

Page 89: ...nd the vehicle was centrally locked the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound as the trunk lid opens To cancel the alarm do one of the following Press button or on the SmartKey Insert the...

Page 90: ...only when conditions are safe to do so For more information on towing the vehi cle see see Towing the vehicle page 328 You can deactivate the automatic locking mode using the control system see Set ti...

Page 91: ...The vehicle unlocks Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with...

Page 92: ...column and the seat are adjusted The easy entry exit feature can be switched on or off in the convenience submenu of the control system page 133 Warning G You must make sure no one can become trapped...

Page 93: ...lease button 1 and adjust head restraint to desired position Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint so that the head restraint supports...

Page 94: ...the head restraint by pulling it upward If the head restraint is fully retracted push release button 1 and pull the head restraint out Lowering To lower the head restraint push release button 1 and p...

Page 95: ...the symbol side on the rocker switch 1 to release the head restraints The head restraints will fold backward Placing head restraints upright Pull the head restraint forward until it locks into positio...

Page 96: ...the head restraints engage when placing them upright Otherwise their protective function cannot be as sured Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust he...

Page 97: ...movement backrest cushion height and curvature can be con tinuously varied with switches on the right side of the seat after starting the engine 1 Seat cushion depth 2 Backrest bottom 3 Backrest cent...

Page 98: ...ch position 2 Both red indicator lamps on switch come on Switching off rapid seat heating Press lower switch position 2 again i The seat heater will be automatically switched off after approximately 3...

Page 99: ...ore 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 See also the section on airbags page 55 for p...

Page 100: ...n Press memory button 1 Release memory button and push button 2 within three seconds All the settings are stored at the selected position Recalling positions from memory Turn button 2 to selected memo...

Page 101: ...enger side exterior rear view mirror button Stop the vehicle Switch on ignition if not already on Press button 3 The passenger side exterior rear view mirror is selected Adjust the exterior rear view...

Page 102: ...cense plate lamps instrument panel lamps Canada only When engine is running the low beam is also switched on B Low beam plus parking lamps or high beamheadlamps combination switch pushed forward Stand...

Page 103: ...ngine running the low beam headlamps cannot be switched off manually Warning G If the exterior lamp switch is set to U the headlamps may switch off unexpect edly when the system senses bright ambient...

Page 104: ...USA only page 129 Locator lighting and night security illumination Locator lighting and night security illumi nation are described in the control system section under Setting locator lighting page 130...

Page 105: ...switch The combination switch is located on the left side of the steering column 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher i Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and or the low beam headlamps on Fog l...

Page 106: ...an airbag is deployed The switch is located on the center con sole 1 Hazard warning flasher switch Switching on the hazard warning flasher Press hazard warning flasher switch All turn signals will fla...

Page 107: ...er a preset time page 132 Deactivating automatic control Press the symbol on rocker switch 3 The interior lighting remains switched off even when you unlock the vehicle open a door remove the SmartKey...

Page 108: ...comes on Press left button X again The left reading lamp goes out Door entry lamps The appropriate door entry lamp switches on if a door is opened in darkness and if the interior lighting is switched...

Page 109: ...umination Use the reset button page 22 to adjust the illumination brightness for the instru ment cluster To brighten illumination Turn the reset button in the instrument cluster clockwise page 22 The...

Page 110: ...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 Warning G Driving when your engine is badly overheated can c...

Page 111: ...e red marking Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature is indicated in the multifunction display page 23 For information on how to select the unit of the indicated temperature i e degrees...

Page 112: ...an only be verified by com parison to a thermometer placed next to the sensor not by comparison to external displays e g bank signs etc When moving the vehicle into colder ambi ent temperatures e g wh...

Page 113: ...de temperature 2 Main odometer 3 Trip odometer 4 Automatic transmission program mode 5 Current gear selector lever position 6 Digital clock i The displays for the audio systems radio CD player cassett...

Page 114: ...is arranged in menus each containing a number of functions or sub menus The individual functions are then found within the relevant menu radio or CD op erations under AUDIO for example These function...

Page 115: ...or j repeatedly you will pass through each function display one after the other in the current menu In the SETTINGS menu instead of functions you will find a number of submenus for calling up and cha...

Page 116: ...116 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 117: ...display Select radio station Activate route guidance Call up malfunc tion messages Reset to factory settings Fuelconsumption statistics after start Load phone book Digital speedometer Operate CD play...

Page 118: ...turned on the message AUDIO OFF is shown in the display The following functions are available i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not...

Page 119: ...e type of search depends on the setting for the station tuning page 132 The next stored station is selected SP Station search Select satellite radio station The Sirius Satellite Radio is treated as a...

Page 120: ...layed are shown in the display 1 Current track 2 Current CD for CD changer Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired track is selected i Feature description is based on preliminary information...

Page 121: ...of the current track NAVI menu The NAVI menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system Press button or repeatedly until you see the message NAVI in the display If the navigation...

Page 122: ...280 Should any malfunctions occur while driving the number of malfunctions will reappear in the display when the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or removed from the starter swi...

Page 123: ...in the instrument cluster page 22 for approximately three seconds In the display you will see the request to press the reset button again to confirm Press the reset button again The functions of all...

Page 124: ...nctions of a submenu For each submenu you can reset all the functions to the factory settings Move to a function in the submenu Press the reset button page 22 in the instrument cluster for approxi mat...

Page 125: ...rs Set daytime running lamp mode USA only Set station selection mode radio Activate easy entry exit feature Set time minutes Set locator lighting Set automatic locking Set key dependency Select time d...

Page 126: ...GS HOURS The selection marker is on the hour setting Press or to set the hour Set time minutes This function can only be seen with audio system Move the selection marker with the or button to the INST...

Page 127: ...enu Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the display 12 24 HOUR The selection marker is on the current setting Press or to set the 12h or 24h time display mode Selecting temper...

Page 128: ...ection marker is on the current setting Press or to set speedometer unit to Km or Miles Selecting language Move the selection marker with the or button to the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER submenu Press button j...

Page 129: ...ubmenu to change the lamp and lighting settings on your vehicle The following functions are available Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only Move the selection marker with the or button to the LIG...

Page 130: ...Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U The locator lighting switches off when the driver s door is opened It switches off automatically after a period of approxi mately 40 seconds Move the select...

Page 131: ...r lamp switch to position U To select delayed shut off period Move the selection marker with the or button to the LIGHTING submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the disp...

Page 132: ...T LIGHTING DELAYED SHUT OFF The selection marker is on the current setting Press or to select the desired lamp on time period You can select 0 s the delayed shut off feature is deactivated 5 s 10 s 15...

Page 133: ...ehicle is centrally locked at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph 15 km h Move the selection marker with the or button to the VEHICLE submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this messag...

Page 134: ...the starter switch with the driver s door closed Warning G You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and the driver s seat when the easy entry exit feature...

Page 135: ...endency Use this function to set whether the memory settings for the seats the steering wheel and the mirrors should be stored separately for each SmartKey page 99 Move the selection marker with the o...

Page 136: ...rking posi tion page 150 Move the selection marker to the CONVENIENCE submenu using the or button Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the display MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING T...

Page 137: ...ay AFTER RESET 1 Distance driven since last reset 2 Time elapsed since last reset 3 Average fuel consumption since last reset 4 Average speed since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics Pre...

Page 138: ...driving For your safety and the safety of others we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a telephone call If you choose to use the telephone while driving...

Page 139: ...rate it using the control system Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls you can answer a call at any time In the display you will then see the message Press button You have ans...

Page 140: ...The system dials the selected phone number If the connection is successful the name of the party you called and the duration of the call will appear in the display If no connection is made the contro...

Page 141: ...t wheels towards the road curb Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system as these materials could be i...

Page 142: ...147 the vehicle speed The current gear selector lever position and shift program C S appear in the multifunction display page 113 An additional indication of the current gear selector lever position c...

Page 143: ...smission Canceling gear range limit Press and hold the gear selector lever in the D direction until D reappears in the multifunction display The transmission will shift from the current gear range dir...

Page 144: ...engine has reached its rpm limit the transmission will upshift beyond any gear range limit selected Effect The transmission shifts through fourth gear only The transmission shifts through third gear o...

Page 145: ...ever in position P With the SmartKey removed the gear selector lever is locked in position P If the vehicle s electrical system is malfunctioning the gear selector lever could remain locked in positio...

Page 146: ...ects Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P page 50 When parked on an incline turn the front wheels towards the road curb Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustibl...

Page 147: ...r 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 accel...

Page 148: ...Press switch 1 The headlamps are cleaned with a high pressure water jet For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system page 259 i Intermit...

Page 149: ...d the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on and incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in the interior rear view mirror The rear vie...

Page 150: ...e stored position 1 Driver s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Passenger side exterior rear view mirror button Warning G In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape from the mirror...

Page 151: ...mirror Sun visors The sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving Swing sun visors down when you experience glare 1 Mounting 2 Mirror cover 3 Mirror lamp 4 Sun visor To use illuminated mirror...

Page 152: ...ake sure there is no danger of anyone be ing harmed by the raising or lowering proce dure The raising or lowering procedure can be im mediately halted by briefly pressing the up per or lower half of t...

Page 153: ...mp on the button comes on Deactivating Press button F again The indicator lamp on the button goes out Warning G Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving V...

Page 154: ...154 Controls in detail Climate control Climate control...

Page 155: ...trol for right center air vent 5 Air volume control for side air vent 6 Side air vent adjustable 7 Side defroster vent fixed 8 Climate control panel i For draft free ventilation move the sliders for t...

Page 156: ...nters the passenger compartment through the air vents in the footwell can be very hot or very cold depending on the set temperature This may cause burns or frost bite on unprotected skin in the immedi...

Page 157: ...volume speeds Adjusting manually Press button U page 155 The indicator lamp on the button goes out Select any of the six air volume speeds and the air distribution Adjusting automatically Press button...

Page 158: ...the passenger compartment Activating Press button O page 155 The indicator lamp on the button comes on i These settings should only be selected for a short time Warning G When the outside temperature...

Page 159: ...tity of outside air is added after approximately 30 minutes Deactivating the climate control system Deactivating Set air volume control 1 page 155 to position 0 Reactivating Set air volume control 1 p...

Page 160: ...or lamp on the button goes out The air conditioning uses the refrigerant R134a This refrigerant is free of CFC s which are harmful to the ozone layer Ventilated storage compartment The front center co...

Page 161: ...Right center air vent To open center air vents Turn thumbwheel 2 upward i The compartment can get very warm due to its confined space When storing heat sensitive objects in the compart ment close the...

Page 162: ...162 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Automatic climate control...

Page 163: ...tomatic climate control panel i For draft free ventilation move the sliders for the center air vents 2 4 and 7 to the middle position Item 1 Temperature control left raising 2 Left side air distributi...

Page 164: ...he ACOFF mode is selected page 170 Warning G When operating the automatic climate control the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents in the footwell can be very hot or very co...

Page 165: ...ngly adjust the interior air temperature Adding outside air Turn thumbwheel 3 in dashboard page 163 to increase airflow of outside air through air vents for center left and right sides and rear passen...

Page 166: ...on the outside Switch the windshield wipers on page 47 Switch to manual mode Turn the air distribution control to a or Y Adjusting air volume Adjusting manually Seven blower speeds are available Pres...

Page 167: ...dicator lamp on the button goes out Close center air vents page 163 Adjust side air vents upwards page 163 Deactivating Press button P page 163 The indicator lamp on the button goes out Defrosting is...

Page 168: ...ure causes potential danger the closing of the side windows can be immediately halted by pressing or pulling the respective window switch The closing of the sliding pop up roof can be immediately halt...

Page 169: ...switched off when windows fog up on the inside or if the passenger compartment needs to be quickly heated or cooled down i If you keep button e pressed the side windows and the sliding pop up roof wil...

Page 170: ...tton comes on Activating Moist air can fog up the windows You can dehumidify the air with the air condi tioning Press button page 163 The indicator lamp on the button goes out The air conditioning use...

Page 171: ...or 0 or remove it from the starter switch Press button page 163 The indicator lamp on the button comes on Deactivating Press button page 163 The indicator lamp on the button goes out The residual heat...

Page 172: ...lume control for center air vents 3 Right center air vent 4 Closing center air vents 5 Opening center air vents 6 Switching on blower Adjusting the air volume Turn thumbwheel 2 i Four blower speeds ar...

Page 173: ...conditions first before operating system controls while driving Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your car is cover ing a distance of 50 feet approximately 14 m every s...

Page 174: ...174 Controls in detail Audio system Operating and display elements...

Page 175: ...e 5 Alpha numeric keypad Band selection station buttons radio 179 CD selection CD 191 Telephone number entry retrieving speed dialing memory telephone 194 6 Scanning radio cassette CD 181 188 192 7 Fu...

Page 176: ...olume Turn control knob a The volume will increase or decrease depending on the direction turned Adjusting audio functions Press the AUD key to call up the bass tre ble balance and fader functions in...

Page 177: ...edly until TREBLE appears on the display Press or key to increase or decrease level or Press both and keys simultaneously to reset the Treble to its center flat level Fader Regardless of operating mod...

Page 178: ...ce to its center level Returning audio functions to factory settings Regardless of operating mode press and hold AUD key longer than two seconds RESET will appear on the display All settings for bass...

Page 179: ...o stations over the analog FM AM or WB station frequencies or you can receive chan nels digitally via satellite radio SAT Analog station frequencies Selecting the band You can select from among FM AM...

Page 180: ...ending or descending order of frequency The first three tuning steps will take place without muting After wards the radio will be muted and highspeed tuning will take place until the button is release...

Page 181: ...nal tone is heard The frequency is stored on the selected station button The frequency band and station button number are shown in the up per left hand corner of the display Retrieving a station from...

Page 182: ...o com Program categories The channels are categorized The catego ries allow you to tune to stations broad casting a certain type of program PTY mode page 185 i Additional optional satellite radio equi...

Page 183: ...ed up you must give your SAT radio provider the Elec tronic Serial Number ESN of your SAT re ceiver over the telephone Press the SAT key The radio switches to SAT mode CALL SIRI appears on the display...

Page 184: ...f d c or e button until the desired channel has been reached Preset channels You can store up to ten channels Retrieving a channel from memory Press the desired channel button 4 to M Storing channels...

Page 185: ...annel Once you have selected a program type you can tune in channels broadcasting a program that corresponds to the selected program type Press f or e button The radio will tune to the next highest or...

Page 186: ...automati cally detect the type of tape Fold display panel back up and press gently on the display panel frame to lock it in place or If a cassette is already in the mechanism press j button Track sele...

Page 187: ...start of the next track and switch to Play Track search backward Press e button SEEK RWD will appear on the display Track search will run the tape back ward to the start of the track currently playin...

Page 188: ...button REWIND will appear on the display The cassette will automatically switch over to the play mode at the end or beginning of the tape Stopping the cassette fast forward re verse mode Press d c f o...

Page 189: ...n switch back to the last operating mode used until the tem perature has decreased to a safe operating level Should excessively low temperatures oc cur while in CD mode CD TEMP LOW will ap pear on the...

Page 190: ...be installed to play CDs Loading unloading the CD magazine Slide changer door to the right and press eject button g The magazine will be ejected i Use of CDs which do not meet this standard may cause...

Page 191: ...ed to will then start play ing at the point where it was switched off After the last track on a CD has finished the next CD is automatically played Selecting CDs You can select from among the CDs in t...

Page 192: ...ast forward Press and hold d button until desired point has been reached Fast reverse Press and hold c button until desired point has been reached Scanning Starting scan Press 2 button SC appears in t...

Page 193: ...me appear in the display Press the T key The total number of tracks and the total playing time of the CD appear in the display The CD main menu appears again after eight seconds Telephone operation Va...

Page 194: ...repeatedly until PHONE OFF appears in the display The receiving symbol in the display disappears Adjusting the volume Turn control knob a during tele phone operation The volume increases or decreases...

Page 195: ...me Press the ABC key The current name is highlighted on the display Press either the d or c button The stored entries are selected accord ing to the alphabetical order of the ini tial letter or Press...

Page 196: ...y M10 etc Starting dialing process Once you have selected a number press the SND key Repeat dialing If the number dialed is busy you can again place calls to the last ten telephone num bers dialed usi...

Page 197: ...r that entry will be dialed Press the SND key The call will be made Speed dialing Input desired entry number using number keys 4 to M A maximum of two digits can be en tered If necessary correct the l...

Page 198: ...s are active Check with your local network operation company It may take some time to set up an emergency call To use this function you must ensure that the number stored in memory location 1 is the n...

Page 199: ...play Press the SND key to accept the call Muting a call It is possible to mute a call the caller is then no longer able to hear you Mute on Press the MUT key Mute off Press the MUT key Terminating a c...

Page 200: ...umstance where you pulled the switch past the resistance point and released it to close the window the automatic reversal function will stop the window and open it slightly If the window encounters an...

Page 201: ...loses completely Stopping windows Press or pull respective switch again Warning G If you pull and hold the switch up when closing the window and upward movement of the window is blocked by some obstru...

Page 202: ...e Make sure all side windows and the sliding pop up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle Synchronizing power windows The power windows must be resynchronized each time after the battery...

Page 203: ...by the closing procedure The closing procedure of the sliding pop up roof can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or if the switch was moved past the resistance point and released by moving...

Page 204: ...windows page 202 will also be opened or closed when you operate the sliding pop up roof with the SmartKey Aim transmitter eye at the driver s door handle i You can also open or close the sliding pop...

Page 205: ...se the button to stop procedure Make sure all side windows and the sliding pop up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle Synchronizing the sliding pop up roof The power sliding pop up roo...

Page 206: ...found on the left hand side of the steering column page 20 Warning G Cruise control is a convenience system de signed to assist the driver during vehicle op eration The driver is and must remain at al...

Page 207: ...Cruise control will be canceled The last speed set will be stored for later use i On uphill or downhill grades cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set sp...

Page 208: ...eed Resume function Briefly push cruise control lever to position 4 The cruise control will resume the last set speed Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal i Depressing the accelerator pedal doe...

Page 209: ...Handle 2 Cover 3 Armrest Unfolding and loading Fold armrest 3 down arrow Pull handle 1 and swing cover 2 down Warning G Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model to avoid d...

Page 210: ...d 5 Button Open trunk lid Press button 5 The flap opens downward From trunk slide skis into ski sack Warning G The ski sack is designed for up to four pairs of skis Do not load the ski sack with other...

Page 211: ...secured 7 Hook 8 Eye Connect hook 7 to eye 8 Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end arrow Unloading and folding Loosen the straps Disconnect hook 7 from eye 8 Unload skis Close flap in trunk Fold a...

Page 212: ...own the left and right rear seat backrests The two sections can be folded down separately Warning G Never drive vehicle with trunk open while the ski sack is removed Deadly carbon monoxide CO gases ma...

Page 213: ...in the trunk Pull release handle 1 Fully retract and fold rearward head restraints page 95 Pull release handle 2 Fold seat cushion 3 forward Fold backrest 4 forward Setting up rear seat bench Fold bac...

Page 214: ...ing placed towards the front of the vehicle Warning G If a red indicator is visible with the backrest up then the backrest is not properly locked into position Always lock backrest in its upright posi...

Page 215: ...ng hard braking or sud den maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause in jury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle To help avoid...

Page 216: ...305 in the glove box lock to position 1 Warning G 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 tr...

Page 217: ...utomatically Closing cup holder Push in direction of arrow until cup holder engages Warning G When not in use keep the cup holder closed Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent s...

Page 218: ...front of armrest Opening Slide cover 1 rearward The compartment contains a cigarette lighter page 221 a coin holder and a cup holder page 217 Closing Slide cover 1 forward Warning G When not in use k...

Page 219: ...ng telephone compartment Press armrest down until it engages into place Changing inclination of armrest Pull up on armrest Lowering armrest Pull handle 1 to lower armrest i Vehicles with climate contr...

Page 220: ...ert Slide ashtray insert in direction of arrow 2 until it disengages Grip ashtray at indents arrows 3 and remove insert from ashtray frame Reinstalling ashtray insert Install insert by pushing back in...

Page 221: ...e starter switch to position 1 or 2 Slide cover 2 rearward Push in cigarette lighter 1 The cigarette lighter will pop out automatically when hot Warning G Never touch the heating element or sides of t...

Page 222: ...resulting in an accident and personal injury Warning G 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 f...

Page 223: ...or unlock Info Services profile and more The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be performed by completing the subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call using the SOS butto...

Page 224: ...the cover See page 226 for instructions on initiating an emergency call manually Once the emergency call is in progress the indicator lamp in the SOS button will begin to flash The message EMERGENCY...

Page 225: ...occupant of the vehicle The Tele Aid system is available if it has been activated and is operational Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services connection and cellular air time the re...

Page 226: ...n the connection is established the message TELE DIAGNOSIS CALL CONNECTED appears in the multifunction display The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number model...

Page 227: ...The button will flash while the call is in progress The message INFO CONNECTING CALL will appear in the multifunction display When the connection is established the message INFO CALL CONNECTED appear...

Page 228: ...er with the SOS button and the Roadside Assistance button See system self check page 224 when the indicator lamp does not come on in red or stays on longer than approximately ten seconds If the indica...

Page 229: ...se Center at 1 800 756 9018 in the USA or 1 888 923 8367 in Canada or Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 in the USA or Customer Service at 1 800 387 0100 in Canada...

Page 230: ...your vehicle was stolen 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 y...

Page 231: ...ehicle equipment Warning G Before programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator make sure people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent po tential...

Page 232: ...ter to the remaining two signal transmitter buttons do not repeat this step and begin directly with step 3 i Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener If you sho...

Page 233: ...mp 1 flashes rapidly release both buttons Step 6 Press and hold the just trained integrated signal transmitter button and observe the indicator lamp 1 If the indicator lamp 1 stays on constantly progr...

Page 234: ...ing the transmitting button refer to the garage door opener operator s manual Step 9 Press training button on the garage door opener motor head unit The training light is activated You have 30 seconds...

Page 235: ...ng procedures replace step 4 with the following Step 4 Continue to press and hold the integrated signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 while you press and re press cycle your hand held remote control tra...

Page 236: ...three channels are erased Reprogramming a single integrated signal transmitter button To program a device using a signal trans mitter button previously trained follow these steps Press and hold the d...

Page 237: ...237 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

Page 238: ...gear Shift gears in a timely manner Avoid accelerating by kick down Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever Select positions 3 2 or 1 only whe...

Page 239: ...ffic on short trips and in hilly country Drinking and driving Pedals Power assistance Warning G Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combina tions Even a small amoun...

Page 240: ...echnicians only Contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center Only install brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes Benz Warning G After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying t...

Page 241: ...d wear Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear Set the parking brake whenever park ing or leavi...

Page 242: ...to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flash ers carefully slow down and drive with cau tion to an area which is a safe distance from the road Inspect the tires and the veh...

Page 243: ...snow or ice Exercise ap propriate caution Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating local speed limits should be obeyed Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing conditions Warn...

Page 244: ...An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 155 mph 250 km h Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to a...

Page 245: ...ulting in unconsciousness and death To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation open a window slightly on the side of the vehicle not facing the wind Warning G The outside temperature indicator is not...

Page 246: ...ble In an accident during hard braking or sud den maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the veh...

Page 247: ...adjustments on the engine should therefore be carried out only by qualified Mercedes Benz Center authorized techni cians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified ser...

Page 248: ...engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immediate...

Page 249: ...rious 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 G Flexible Fuel...

Page 250: ...fuel tank may create pressure in the system which could cause a gas discharge This could cause the gas to spray back out when removing the fuel pump nozzle which could cause personal injury i Only us...

Page 251: ...ngine oil level see Engine oil page 253 Opening hood page 252 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For more information on replacing light bulbs see Replacing bulbs page 310 Exterior lamp s...

Page 252: ...d wipers or hood never open the hood if the wiper arms are folded forward away from the windshield Warning G To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the en...

Page 253: ...ne speeds Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the vehicle break in period Warning G The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system Because of the high voltage it is d...

Page 254: ...ay ENGINE OIL LEVEL MEASURING NOW MEASURE CORRECT ONLY IF VEH LEVEL One of the following messages will subsequently appear in the indicator ENGINE OIL LEVEL OK ADD 1 0 Qt TO REACH MAX OIL LEVEL Canada...

Page 255: ...s in the display concerning engine oil can be found in the Practical hints section page 291 Adding engine oil Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off It could cause damage to the engine and catalyt...

Page 256: ...id environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck More information on engine oil can be found in the Technical data section page 349 and page 35...

Page 257: ...required Replace and tighten cap For more information on coolant see Coolants page 356 Warning G In order to avoid any possibly serious burns Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any...

Page 258: ...sult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center about steps you need to observe Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred meth...

Page 259: ...n a suitable container Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures Al...

Page 260: ...n cause tire pressure loss and damage to the tire beads If vehicle is heavily loaded check tire pressure and correct as required Do not allow your tires to wear down too far Adhesion properties on wet...

Page 261: ...iller flap lists the specified tire inflation pressures for warm and cold tires as well as for various operating conditions Warning G Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years regardless...

Page 262: ...ulder wear on front wheels and tread center wear on rear wheels Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheels after each rotation Check and ensure proper tire inflation pressure Warning G Follow recom...

Page 263: ...onditions prevail Use of winter tires is the only way to achieve the maximum effectiveness of the ABS ESP and 4MATIC in winter operation For safe handling ensure that all mounted winter tires are of t...

Page 264: ...the rear wheels Follow the manufac turer s mounting instructions Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subjec...

Page 265: ...IN XX DAYS SERVICE A IN XX MILES KM SERVICE A DUE NOW The type of service due is indicated in the multifunction display 9 Minor service A Major service B Clearing the service indicator The service ind...

Page 266: ...button for about three seconds This message appears in the multifunc tion display SERVICE INTERVAL RESET WITH R BUTTON FOR 3 SEC To confirm press reset button until you hear a signal The service indic...

Page 267: ...tion You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underbody...

Page 268: ...observe the manu facturer s operating instructions Tar stains Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become more difficult to remove A tar remover is recommended Paintwork painted body componen...

Page 269: ...tilation intake Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge and chamois frequently Rinse with clear water and thoroughly dry with a chamois Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the finish Due to the wi...

Page 270: ...ng G For safety reasons switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch before cleaning the wiper blades otherwise the wiper motor might suddenly turn on and cause injury Fold the windshield...

Page 271: ...ust not be treated with chemical cleaning agents Only use clear lukewarm water and soap Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above 176 F 80 C or in direct sunlight Upholstery Using aftermarket seat...

Page 272: ...ur 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 Wood trims Dampen cloth using water and us...

Page 273: ...ctical hints What to do if Where will I find Unlocking locking in an emergency Opening closing in an emergency Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle...

Page 274: ...S and the ESP are also switched off see messages in display The brake system is still functioning normally but without the ABS available Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard...

Page 275: ...ized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with the brake warning lamp illumi nated can result in an accident Have your brake system checked imm...

Page 276: ...ve the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center An on board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics sys tem It...

Page 277: ...ve the system checked at an autho rized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while driving The ESP or traction control has come into operation because of detect...

Page 278: ...n the restraint sys tems The airbags or emergency tensioning device ETDs could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an accident Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz C...

Page 279: ...stalled on the front passenger seat Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The indicator lamp does not come on with a BabySmartTM child seat properly install...

Page 280: ...22 and are then stored in the malfunction message memory page 122 On the pages that follow you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may appear in the di...

Page 281: ...ted a malfunction and switched off The brake system is still functioning normally but without the BAS available Continue driving with added caution Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Be...

Page 282: ...then to the right to synchro nize the ESP If the ESP message does not go out Continue driving with added caution Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these in...

Page 283: ...y checked ESP VISIT WORKSHOP The ESP is deactivated because of a malfunction Continue driving with added caution Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these in...

Page 284: ...heels may lock during hard braking reducing steering capability Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the ris...

Page 285: ...eck the poly V belt If it is broken 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...

Page 286: ...cedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with this message displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately Do not add b...

Page 287: ...G Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts You can be seriously burned Do not ignore the low engin...

Page 288: ...riving when your engine is badly over heated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine cancaus...

Page 289: ...verheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Notify an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If it is intact Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displ...

Page 290: ...as possible The displays for several systems have malfunctioned Some systems them selves may also have malfunctioned Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center VISIT WO...

Page 291: ...here is no oil in the engine There is a danger of engine damage Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt as soon as possible Turn off the engine Add engine oil page 255 and check the engine oil level pag...

Page 292: ...be topped to the required level with an approved oil Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Suggested solution ENGINE OIL LEVEL VISIT WORKSHOP The engine oil has dropped to a critical level Ch...

Page 293: ...LIGHT CHECK LIGHT The high mounted brake lamp is malfunctioning Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible AUTOM LIGHT ON REMOVE KEY SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or 2 Remov...

Page 294: ...malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible HIGH BEAM R CHECK LIGHT The right high beam lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible LIGHT SENSOR VISIT WORKSHOP The lamp sensor...

Page 295: ...ERSE LIGHT L CHECK LIGHT The left backup lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible REVERSE LIGHT R CHECK LIGHT The right backup lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as pos...

Page 296: ...ulb as soon as possible TURN SIG LR CHECK LIGHT The left rear turn signal lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible TURN SIG RR CHECK LIGHT The right rear turn signal lamp is malfunc...

Page 297: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible 1 RESTRAINT SYSTEM DRIVE TO WORKSHOP The system is malfunctioning Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G...

Page 298: ...oo low There is a danger of steering gear damage Have the system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G If the level of steering gear oil in reservoir is too low the steering power as...

Page 299: ...pop up roof open Close the sliding pop up roof page 203 L TELE AID DRIVE TO WORKSHOP One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning Have the Tele Aid system checked by an authori...

Page 300: ...unk floor The following is included Towing eye bolt Wheel wrench Alignment bolt Vehicle jack Wheel bolts Special fuse extractor Spare fuses Removing the vehicle tool kit Lift up trunk floor cover and...

Page 301: ...trunk floor handle from upper edge of trunk and lower trunk floor before closing the trunk lid Warning G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brackets built...

Page 302: ...ank 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 Minispare wheel...

Page 303: ...ining screw page 300 clockwise as far it will go to secure the Minispare wheel i Arrow 2 on vehicle tool kit storage well casing 4 must point in the direction of travel Otherwise you cannot place the...

Page 304: ...e wheel mounted For more information see Rims and Tires page 342 Minispare wheel bolts 1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims 2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims located in trunk with spar...

Page 305: ...cking tab 2 Mechanical key Move locking tab 1 in direction of arrow and slide mechanical key 2 out of the housing Unlocking the driver s door 1 Unlocked 2 Locked Unlock the door with the mechanical ke...

Page 306: ...sition Pull trunk lid handle 2 and lift the trunk lid Locking the vehicle If you are unable to lock the vehicle with the SmartKey lock it with the mechanical key as follows Close the passenger doors a...

Page 307: ...partment Replacement batteries Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent Remove mechanical key 1 page 305 Insert mechanical key 1 in side opening and push grey slide Battery compartment 2 is unlatched Pull b...

Page 308: ...er In the case of power failure the transmis sion gear selector lever can be manually unlocked e g to tow the vehicle 1 Coin holder 2 Tool Open the storage compartment in front of the center armrest p...

Page 309: ...erior overhead light Pry of lens 1 using a flat blade screwdriver Slide both locking tabs 2 in direction of arrow Lower rear of cover and remove Remove cover Obtain crank 3 Insert crank 3 through hole...

Page 310: ...ced See your autho rized Mercedes Benz Center for headlamp adjustment Bulbs Front lamps i Backup bulbs will be brought into use when the following lamps malfunction Standing lamps Tail lamps Rear fog...

Page 311: ...s High mounted brake lamp Xenon lamps Front fog lamps Lamp Type 7 High mounted brake lamp LED 8 Brake lamp P 21 W 9 Turn signal lamp PY 21 W a Backup lamp P 21 W b Tail parking standing and side marke...

Page 312: ...Press the clamp and remove headlamp cover 2 or 3 Pull electrical connector off Unclip the retainer springs and take out the bulb Insert the new bulb so that the base locates in the recess on the holde...

Page 313: ...dlamp cover for high beam flasher parking and standing lamp 3 Cover for Bi Xenon lamp 4 High beam flasher bulb 5 Bayonet socket for high beam flasher bulb 6 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp b...

Page 314: ...ove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinsert bulb socket in lamp and twist clockwise Parking and standing lamp bulb Switch off the lights Open the hood page 252 Press the clamp a...

Page 315: ...r fog lamp driver s side 3 Back up lamp 4 Stop lamp 5 Turn signal lamp 6 Tail parking standing and side marker lamp Gently push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and pull out Insert new bulb and...

Page 316: ...ing G For safety reasons remove SmartKey from starter switch before replacing a wiper blade Otherwise the motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury Never open the hood when the wiper arms are fold...

Page 317: ...g the vehicle Prepare the vehicle as described on page 317 Take the wheel wrench and the jack out of the vehicle tool kit storage well casing underneath the trunk floor page 300 Take the Minispare whe...

Page 318: ...help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift 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...

Page 319: ...in 3 cm from the ground Never start engine while vehicle is raised Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bolt Unscrew upper most wheel bolt and remove Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt 1 supplied i...

Page 320: ...l bolts 2 for the Minispare wheel or other steel rims will physically damage the vehicle s brakes To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt...

Page 321: ...Before storing the jack it should be fully collapsed with handle folded in storage position page 302 Store the jack and the other vehicle tools in the vehicle tool kit storage well casing page 303 St...

Page 322: ...tion small wheel cover opening over tire valve and press wheel cover against wheel rim Now press do not hit opposite side of wheel cover against wheel rim until seated Make certain that the springs of...

Page 323: ...d seek medical help if necessary A battery will also produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep flames or sparks away from battery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking et...

Page 324: ...ket Take out the battery Charging and reinstalling the battery Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer Reinstall the charged battery Follow the previousl...

Page 325: ...eferred method of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling NEVER invert the terminal connections The battery its filler caps and the vent tube must alway...

Page 326: ...starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush affected area with water and...

Page 327: ...ables Clamp cable to charged battery 1 first Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed Connect negative terminal 3 of the charged battery with negative under hood term...

Page 328: ...ch off the tow away alarm page 79 and deactivate the auto matic central locking page 133 Vehicles with automatic transmission and or 4MATIC Do not tow start the vehicle Vehicles with 4MATIC Do not tow...

Page 329: ...that will be necessary to adequately control the towed vehicle Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground make certain that the SmartKey is in starter switch position 2 If the SmartKey...

Page 330: ...left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more Switch off the tow away alarm page 79 To prevent the vehicle doors from locking deactiva...

Page 331: ...er Removing cover Press mark on cover in direction of arrow Lift cover off to reveal threaded hole for towing eye bolt The towing eye bolt is supplied with the tool kit located in the compartment unde...

Page 332: ...d cover in until it engages Fuse chart The fuse chart is found in the fuse box in the passenger compartment The amper ages of the fuses are also given there i Only install fuses that have been tested...

Page 333: ...oving installing cover Twist screws 1 90 counterclockwise Pull up cover 2 Slide out retainer 3 and remove cover by pulling towards front Install cover 2 in reverse order Opening fuse box 4 Fuse box co...

Page 334: ...trunk The auxiliary fuse box is located in the trunk 1 Trim panel 2 Cover of auxiliary fuse box 3 Special fuse extractor Opening Pull away trim panel 1 Remove cover 2 Spare fuses Spare fuses are found...

Page 335: ...al data Spare 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 i...

Page 336: ...ts service More than 300000 different spare parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Genuine Mercedes Benz parts are subject to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically develo...

Page 337: ...ranties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Maine Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessori...

Page 338: ...Identification Number VIN 3 Information label California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system 4 Engine number engraved on engine 5 VIN visible lower edge of windshield 6 Emission co...

Page 339: ...r 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator alternator C 240 C 320 all models 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator alter...

Page 340: ...on 4 stroke engine gasoline injection No of cylinders 4 6 Bore 3 23 in 82 00 mm 3 54 in 89 90 mm Stroke 3 35 in 85 00 mm 2 68 in 68 20 mm Total piston displacement 109 6 cu in 1796 cm3 158 5 cu in 259...

Page 341: ...t 195 2 cu in 3199 cm3 195 2 cu in 3199 cm3 Compression ratio 10 1 9 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 215 hp 5700 rpm 160 kW 5700 rpm 349 hp 6100 rpm 260 kW 6100 rpm Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 229 lb...

Page 342: ...nder load exhibit dimensional variations and different tire deformation characteris tics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts Damage to the tires or the vehic...

Page 343: ...2 J x 17 71 2 J x 17 Rims steel Canada only 7 J x 16 H2 Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm 1 42 in 36 mm 1 46 in 37 mm All season tires radial ply tires 205 55 R16 91H Summer tires radial ply tires 225 45 R1...

Page 344: ...fset 1 42 in 36 mm 1 46 in 37 mm Summer tires radial ply tires 225 45 R17 91W or 225 45 R17 91Y 225 45 R17 91Y1 or 225 45 ZR17 91Y1 Rear axle Rims light alloy 81 2 J x 17 H2 81 2 J x 17 H2 Wheel offse...

Page 345: ...el Model C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC C 230 Kompressor Sport C 320 Sport C 32 AMG Rim steel 3 5 B x 16 H2 3 5 B x 17 H2 Wheel offset 0 67 in 17 mm 0 67 in 17 mm Tire T 125 90 R16 98M1 1 Must...

Page 346: ...120 A 14 V 120 A 14 V 120 A Starter motor 12 V 1 1 kW 12 V 1 7 kW 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12 V 100 Ah 12 V 100 Ah 12 V 100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 6 MPP 332 Bosch F 8 DPP 332 NGK PFR 5 R 11 NGK IFR 6 D 10...

Page 347: ...Wheelbase 106 9 in 2715 mm 106 9 in 2715 mm 106 9 in 2715 mm Track front 58 8 in 1493 mm 58 8 in 1493 mm 58 8 in 1493 mm Track rear 57 6 in 1464 mm 57 6 in 1464 mm 57 6 in 1464 mm Model C 240 4MATIC...

Page 348: ...348 Technical data Weights Weights Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg...

Page 349: ...bricants etc Engine with oil filter C 230 Kompressor Sport C 240 C 320 C 320 Sport C 240 4MATIC C 320 4MATIC C 32 AMG 5 8 US qt 5 5 l 7 9 US qt 7 5 l 7 9 US qt 7 5 l 7 9 US qt 7 5 l 7 4 US qt 7 0 l 7...

Page 350: ...g each High temperature roller bearing grease Brake system 0 5 US qt 0 5 l MB Brake Fluid DOT 4 Cooling system C 230 Kompressor Sport C 240 all models C 320 all models C 32 AMG approx 5 9 US qt 5 6 l...

Page 351: ...er 3 2 US qt 3 0 l MB Windshield Washer Concentrate1 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 6 4 US qt 6 0 l 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water for temperatures above freezing p...

Page 352: ...fluid During vehicle operation the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere Under extremely strenu ous operating conditions this...

Page 353: ...ds must also meet all other fuel requirements such as resistance to spark knock boiling range vapor pressure etc To maintain the engine s durability and performance premium unleaded gaso line must be...

Page 354: ...l additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Flexible Fuel Vehicles Flexible Fuel Vehicles are identified by a label reading Premium gasoline or E85 only on fuel filler flap These...

Page 355: ...increase at temperatures below 32 F 0 C At low temperatures the use of a block heater Canada only is recommended see your authorized Mercedes Benz Center for further information Rough idling may also...

Page 356: ...ifreeze 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 p...

Page 357: ...e the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle Mercedes Benz 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze Agent Before the start of the winter season or once a year in hot southern regions...

Page 358: ...vailable premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing use MB Windshield Washer Conc...

Page 359: ...rse For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of t...

Page 360: ...nd excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Gr...

Page 361: ...ger front airbag if a BabySmartTM compatible child seat is installed BAS Brake Assist System System for potentially reducing braking distances in emergency braking situations The system is activated w...

Page 362: ...ner friction viscosity of the oil at different temper atures The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin or the lower the temperature it can tolerate without becoming viscous...

Page 363: ...ystems In the Audio menu for example you will find the commands SELECT RADIO STATION or OPERATE CD PLAYER Using commands you can directly change the settings for your vehicle MON Motor Octane Number T...

Page 364: ...ter the engine has been turned off Restraint systems Seat belts belt tensioners airbags and child restraint systems As inde pendent systems their protective functions complement one another RON Resear...

Page 365: ...nd GPS coverage is available Telematics A combination of the terms tele communications and informatics Tightening torque Force times lever arm e g a lug wrench with which threaded fasteners such as wh...

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Page 367: ...exit feature 134 ESP 76 Exterior headlamps 46 Exterior lamps 103 Exterior rear view mirror parking position 150 Hazard warning flasher 106 Headlamps 46 High beams 106 Ignition 31 Immobilizer 52 Rapid...

Page 368: ...33 Power seat 35 Seat fore and aft adjustment Manual seat 33 Power seat 35 Seat height Manual seat 33 Power seat 35 Seats 32 Steering column height electrical 38 Steering column height manual 37 Steer...

Page 369: ...S Anti theft alarm system Arming 78 Canceling alarm 79 Disarming 79 Anti theft systems 78 Anti theft alarm system 78 Immobilizer 78 Tow away alarm 79 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Armrest Storage compa...

Page 370: ...Gear selector lever 44 Gear selector lever position 142 145 Gear shifting malfunctions 147 Kickdown 147 Manual shifting 143 One touch gearshifting 143 Program mode selector switch 146 Starting with 4...

Page 371: ...Front lamps 310 High beam 310 High beam flasher 310 High mounted brake lamp 311 License plate lamps 311 315 Low beam 310 Parking lamps 310 311 313 314 Rear fog lamp 311 315 Rear lamps 311 Side marker...

Page 372: ...Engine oil level 251 254 Tire inflation pressure 251 Vehicle lighting 251 Child safety 63 Airbags 56 Infant and child restraint systems 60 63 LATCH type child seat anchors 69 Child safety switch see B...

Page 373: ...ort driving Transmission program mode 146 Consumer information 359 Control and operation of radio transmitters 246 Control system 113 362 AUDIO menu 118 Convenience submenu 133 Display digital speedom...

Page 374: ...ng 129 Deactivating Air conditioning cooling Automatic climate control 170 Climate control 160 Air recirculation mode Automatic climate control 168 Climate control 159 Alarm 79 Anti theft alarm system...

Page 375: ...2 Symbol messages 284 Text messages 281 Distance to empty range Calling up 138 Door control panel 28 Door entry lamps 108 Door handle 28 Door unlock With Tele Aid 230 Doors Message in display 290 Open...

Page 376: ...ing A call telephone 139 Engine Compartment 252 Starting with automatic transmission 44 Starting with manual transmission 43 Starting with the SmartKey Automatic transmission 44 Manual transmission 43...

Page 377: ...are wheel 302 Mounting the Minispare wheel 317 Preparing the vehicle 317 Flexible fuel vehicles 354 At the gas station 249 Switching fuels 354 Flexible Service System see FSS Fog lamp rear Message in...

Page 378: ...9 Fuel requirements 353 For ethanol fuel 354 Fuel reserve tank Message in display 293 Fuel tank Capacity 350 Filler flap 249 Fuels coolants lubricants etc Capacities 349 Functions control system 114 1...

Page 379: ...259 Headlamp shut off delay see Delayed shut off exterior lamps Headlamps Automatic control 103 Bi Xenon 361 Bi Xenon type Replacing bulbs 313 Cleaning 269 Cleaning system 148 259 358 Halogen type Re...

Page 380: ...Ski sack 212 Towing eye bolt 331 Wiper blades 316 Instrument cluster 22 109 363 Cleaning 270 Coolant temperature display 110 Illumination 109 Lamps in 274 278 Multifunction display 113 Outside temper...

Page 381: ...speedometer 128 Km h or mph in speedometer 128 L Labels identification 338 Lamp bulbs exterior 310 Lamps exterior Front 310 Light sensor 294 Messages in display 293 296 Rear 311 Lamps indicator and w...

Page 382: ...30 Lock button 363 Locking 50 82 Automatic while driving 90 Centrally from inside 91 Fuel filler flap 249 Global SmartKey 83 Separately the trunk 89 Vehicle in an emergency 306 Loss of keys 85 Loss of...

Page 383: ...363 In control system 116 117 Malfunction memory 122 NAVI 121 Settings menu 123 Standard display 118 Submenus 115 TEL 138 Trip computer 136 Microphone Hands free microphone 27 Miles kilometers in spee...

Page 384: ...99 Trunk lid 299 Windshield washer fluid 299 Multifunction steering wheel 24 114 363 Buttons 114 N Navigation system Operating 121 See separate COMAND operating instructions Night security illuminatio...

Page 385: ...ada 13 Operating safety Audio system 173 Operator s Manual 10 Ornamental moldings 269 Outer seats Rear seat head restraints 94 96 Outside temperature indicator 111 Overdue service 265 Overhead control...

Page 386: ...ght 35 Memory function 99 Removing installing front head restraints 94 Seat fore and aft adjustment 35 Power train 364 Power washer 268 Power windows 200 Blocking of rear door window operation 70 Side...

Page 387: ...head restraint height 94 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents Automatic climate control 172 Climate control 161 Rear seat head restraints 94 Adjusting 94 Adjusting tilt 96 Folding back 95 F...

Page 388: ...trol system 123 All functions of a submenu 124 Fuel consumption 137 Service indicator FSS 266 Trip odometer 111 Residual heat utilization 171 Residual ventilation 171 REST 171 364 Restraint system Mes...

Page 389: ...let Loss of 337 Service and warranty information 10 Service indicator 265 Calling up 266 Clearing 265 266 Service life tires 261 Service see Maintenance Service System see FSS Setting Convenience func...

Page 390: ...ettings 123 Submenus 124 Shift lock 364 Shifting Gear selector lever 44 Gear selector lever positions 145 Gearshift lever 43 Into optimal gear range Automatic transmission 143 Into reverse Manual tran...

Page 391: ...eter display mode Selecting 128 Split rear bench seat 212 SRS 62 364 Indicator lamp 278 Message in display 297 Standing lamps 102 Replacing bulbs 310 311 313 314 Standing water Driving instructions 24...

Page 392: ...straint System see SRS Switching Fuel Flexible fuel vehicle 354 Switching off Audio system 176 Automatic central locking control system 133 Delayed exterior lamps 131 Engine 52 ESP 75 Hazard warning f...

Page 393: ...lay 299 Remote door unlock 230 Roadside assistance 226 SOS button 226 Stolen vehicle tracking services 230 System self check 224 Tele Aid System 223 365 Upgrade signals 229 Telematics 365 Telephone 24...

Page 394: ...le 328 Tracking services For stolen vehicle 230 Traction 147 359 365 Transmission gear selector lever Unlocking manually 308 Transmission see Automatic or Manual transmission Tread depth tires 263 Tre...

Page 395: ...ghter 221 Tele Aid 223 Telephone 222 V Vehicle Individual settings 123 125 Locking 25 Locking in an emergency 306 Lowering 321 Performance in cold weather 355 Performance in hot weather 355 Service ba...

Page 396: ...365 Hands free microphone 27 W Warning lamps see Lamps indicator and warning Warning sounds Drivers seat belts 60 Parking brake 45 Warranty coverage 337 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washin...

Page 397: ...g with windshield washer fluid 48 Winter driving 263 Block heater 264 Snow chains 264 Tires 263 Winter driving instructions 244 Winter tires 263 Wiper blades Cleaning 270 Installing 316 Removing 316 R...

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Page 399: ...s benz ca We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator s Manual Reprinting translation and copying even of excerpts is no...

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