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Practical hints

Towing the vehicle

Installing towing eye bolt

Cover on right side of front bumper.

Cover on right side of rear bumper.

To remove cover:

왘

Press mark on cover in direction of ar-
row.

왘

Lift cover off to reveal threaded hole for
towing eye bolt.

The towing eye bolt is supplied with the
tool kit (located in the wheel well below the
trunk floor).

왘

Screw towing eye bolt in to its stop and
tighten with lug wrench.

To reinstall cover:

왘

Fit cover and snap into place.

Summary of Contents for 2004 C-Class Coupe

Page 1: ...C 230 Kompressor C 320...

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: ...Door control panel 28 Getting started 29 Unlocking 30 Unlocking with the SmartKey 30 Adjusting 32 Seats 32 Steering wheel 37 Mirrors 39 Driving 41 Fastening the seat belt 41 Starting the engine 44 Sw...

Page 4: ...Manual transmission 137 Shifting into reverse 138 Automatic transmission 139 One touch gearshifting 140 Gear ranges 141 Gear selector lever position 142 Program mode selector switch 144 Accelerator p...

Page 5: ...raction 227 Tire speed rating 228 Winter driving instructions 228 Standing water 229 Passenger compartment 230 Driving abroad 230 Control and operation of radio transmitter 230 Catalytic converter 231...

Page 6: ...g the batteries 308 Charging and reinstalling batteries 308 Reconnecting the batteries 308 Jump starting 310 Towing the vehicle 313 Installing towing eye bolt 316 Fuses 317 Fuse box in passenger compa...

Page 7: ...Contents Technical terms 341 Index 347...

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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: ...ed 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 t...

Page 12: ...year For additional information refer to the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Pro gram 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 nev er 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: ...ntrol system see separate op erating instructions 8 Overhead control panel 27 9 Glove box lid release 200 Item Page a Glove box lid 200 b Center console 25 c Starter switch 31 d Steering wheel adjustm...

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

Page 23: ...ht turn signal in dicator lamp v Electronic Stability Program ESP warning lamp 261 A High beam head lamp indicator 102 E Indicator lamp without function1 DTR Indicator lamp without function1 1 The ind...

Page 24: ...r 109 Operating control sys tem 110 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: ...tch 75 3 Hazard warning flasher switch switching on off 102 4 Central locking switch 88 5 Anti theft alarm system in dicator lamp 78 Tow away alarm switch 79 6 Seat heater passenger side 93 7 PASS AIR...

Page 26: ...sole Lower part Item Page 1 Ashtray 203 2 Gearshift lever for manual transmission Selector lever for automatic transmission 44 45 3 Storage compartment 201 4 Armrest 202 5 Program mode selector for au...

Page 27: ...189 3 Right reading lamp on off 104 4 Interior lighting control 103 5 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency call system telephone and voice control system see separate operating instruc tions 2...

Page 28: ...rol panel Door control panel Item Page 1 Door handle 85 2 Memory function for stor ing seat exterior rear view mirror and steering wheel settings 95 3 Seat adjustment 35 4 Switches for opening clos in...

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

Page 30: ...ation The corresponding page refer ences are located at the end of each seg ment Unlocking Unlocking with the SmartKey SmartKey with remote control 1 Lock button 2 Unlock button 3 Panic button page 72...

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: ...ng ad justed Warning G When leaving 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 passenger door open D...

Page 33: ...o properly operate controls Seat cushion tilt Turn handwheel 3 forward or back ward until your upper legs are lightly supported Seat backrest tilt Turn handwheel 1 forward or back ward until your arms...

Page 34: ...or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion For more information see Seats page 89 Warning G For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint...

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

Page 36: ...so that the head re straint supports the back of the head at eye level This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an ac cident or similar situation Do not drive th...

Page 37: ...wer seat The head restraints will automatically move down i Vehicles with power seat The head restraint returns to its previous posi tions Warning G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driv ing Adj...

Page 38: ...the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 page 31 or Open the driver s door Adjusting steering column in or out Move stalk forward or back in the direc tion of arrow 1 until a comfortable...

Page 39: ...The memory function page 95 lets you store the setting for the steering wheel together with the setting for the seat position and exterior rear view mirrors Warning G In the case of an accident liqui...

Page 40: ...field of view Objects in mirror are closer than they appear Check your in side rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicl...

Page 41: ...icle or be ejected from it You 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...

Page 42: ...seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause serious or even fatal injuries The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best re str...

Page 43: ...rd Proper use of seat belts Do not twist the belt when fastening Adjust seat belt so that the shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder it should not touch the nec...

Page 44: ...t to make modifications to seat belts This could impair the effective ness of the belts Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced Contact an authorized Merc...

Page 45: ...ission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission P Park position with selector lever lock R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position For more information see Automatic transmission page 139 Starting...

Page 46: ...ke Release the parking brake by pulling on handle 1 The indicator lamp USA only or 3 Canada only in the instrument cluster goes out Driving Depress brake pedal Move gear selector lever to position D o...

Page 47: ...n process to complete before setting the vehicle in motion Warning G Vehicles with automatic transmission It is dangerous to shift the gear selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher t...

Page 48: ...ght 2 Turn signal left Press the combination switch up 1 or down 2 The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp L or K in the instrument clus ter flashes High beam Push the combination switch forward...

Page 49: ...o setting II when the vehicle is standing still Vehicles withrain sensor Intermittent wiping interval dependent on wetness of windshield Wiping will not occur with a door open Vehicles with rain senso...

Page 50: ...may be damaged The engine electronics may not be op erating properly Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it Give very little gas Have the problem repaired by an au...

Page 51: ...l Check the coolant level and add cool ant if necessary page 241 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...

Page 52: ...stem In this case it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve hicle Warning G Do not park this vehicle in areas where com bustibl...

Page 53: ...e 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 gear se lector lever not fully e...

Page 54: ...e s exterior lamps are not switched off Warning G To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors Be espe cially careful when small...

Page 55: ...55 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems...

Page 56: ...he 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 de tected if the 1 indicator lamp fails to ex...

Page 57: ...inate 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...

Page 58: ...a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to deacti vate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed...

Page 59: ...impact and head protection window curtain air bags which exceed preset thresholds Only during these types of impacts if of sufficient severity to meet the deploy ment tresholds will they provide their...

Page 60: ...over sharp edges They could tear Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the belts Do not hang items such as coat hangers from the coat hooks or handles over the door These...

Page 61: ...de ployed if the front passenger seat is occupied the PASS AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp in the center console is not lit page 67 the impact exceeds a preset deploy ment threshold 1 Driver airbag 2 Passen...

Page 62: ...see Fastening the seat belt page 41 i For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and re straint systems for infants and chil dren see Children in the vehicle page 65 War...

Page 63: ...ed by Mercedes Benz Do not make any modifications to the seat belts This can lead to unintended activation or to failure Have all work carried out only by qualified technicians Contact an authorized M...

Page 64: ...belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen which could se verely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen Never wear belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your cl...

Page 65: ...ctors for secure fastening of child restraints To fasten a child restraint follow child re straint instructions for mounting Then pull the shoulder belt out completely and let it retract During the se...

Page 66: ...the instruc tion manual provided with the restraint When using any infant or child restraint system be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer s instructions for installation and use Pleas...

Page 67: ...restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat...

Page 68: ...not BabySmartTM compatible Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat e g pillow since it reduces the effectiveness of the deactivation sys tem The bottom of the child seat must make ful...

Page 69: ...nt and top of seat back Make sure the tether strap is not twist ed Fold backrest back until it locks in place Warning G Do not place powered on laptops cell phones and like electronic devices on the f...

Page 70: ...k between the seat cushion and the backrest 1 Anchors 2 Button Grip inner side of anchors 1 and fold forward until they audibly lock in place Install child seat according to the man ufacturer s instru...

Page 71: ...erly without a booster Before installing the child seat make sure anchors 1 are folded out and locked in place Install child seat according to manufactur er s instructions The child seat must be firml...

Page 72: ...es equipped with an anti theft alarm system have SmartKeys with integrated panic button 1 i For operation in the USA only This de vice complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to th...

Page 73: ...lt in the brake pedal indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pul sation Continuous steady brake pedal pressure yields...

Page 74: ...of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction The ABS cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns following another vehicle too closely or hydroplaning Only a s...

Page 75: ...Warning G Never switch off the ESP when you see the ESP warning lamp v flashing in the speedometer dial In this case proceed as follows While driving off apply as little throttle as possible While dr...

Page 76: ...h until the ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer comes on The ESP is deactivated Because of the ESP s automatic opera tion the engine must be shut off SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 when...

Page 77: ...witch until the ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer goes out You are now again in normal driving mode Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off This may cause...

Page 78: ...ter locking the vehicle with the SmartKey The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the alarm system is activated The in dicator lamp in the switch for the tow away alarm will flash aft...

Page 79: ...ise the vehicle Arming tow away alarm When you lock your vehicle the tow away alarm is automatically armed after about 30 seconds When you unlock your vehicle the tow away protection disarms automatic...

Page 80: ...uch as a ferry or auto train 1 Tow away alarm off switch 2 Indicator lamp The switch is located on the center con sole Turn off the ignition and remove the SmartKey Press upper half 1 of the switch In...

Page 81: ...ing Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Manual transmission Automatic transmission Good visibility Climate control Audio system Power windows Panorama sliding pop up roof...

Page 82: ...remote control and a removable mechanical key The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two keys are a different color to help dis tinguish each key unit The SmartKey provides an extended...

Page 83: ...r flap Press and hold buttons and simultaneously for about five seconds until battery check lamp 4 flashes twice The SmartKey will then function as fol lows Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler fla...

Page 84: ...he SmartKey then the batteries in the SmartKey are dis charged the SmartKey is malfunction ing or the vehicle battery is drained Check the batteries in the Smart Key and replace them if necessary page...

Page 85: ...nce of 7 1 ft 2 16 m is required to open the trunk lid The handle is located above the rear li cense plate recess 1 Handle Pull on handle 1 and lift the trunk lid i If the vehicle has previously been...

Page 86: ...ss emergency release button 1 The trunk unlocks and the trunk lid opens i The vehicle must be unlocked Warning G To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk o...

Page 87: ...page 129 i The emergency release button unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing or driving The emergency release button does not open the trunk lid if the vehicle battery is discharg...

Page 88: ...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 89: ...column and the seat are adjusted The easy entry exit feature can be switched on or off in the convenience sub menu of the control system page 130 Warning G You must make sure that no one can be come...

Page 90: ...release 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 re straint suppo...

Page 91: ...t the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward If the head restraint is fully retracted press release button 1 and pull the head restraint out Lowering To lower the head restraint press re le...

Page 92: ...t tilt Two different head restraint angle posi tions are available Press the release button and tilt the head restraint to the desired position Warning G For safety reasons always drive with the rear...

Page 93: ...the front seats are locat ed in the center console 1 Normal heating 2 Rapid heating Make sure the ignition is switched on All the lights in the instrument cluster come on Warning G For your protectio...

Page 94: ...wer switch position 2 again i The seat heater will be automatically switched off after approximately 30 minutes i The system switches over to normal heating mode after approximately five minutes Only...

Page 95: ...re and aft and seat backrest angle if necessary to en sure adequate control reach and com fort The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height See also the section on airbags page 57 for...

Page 96: ...utton and press button 2 within three seconds All the settings are stored at the select ed position Recalling positions from memory Turn button 2 to selected memory po sition Press and hold button 2 u...

Page 97: ...tton Stop the vehicle Switch ignition on if not already on Press button 2 The passenger side exterior rear view mirror is selected Adjust the exterior rear view mirror with button 1 so that you see th...

Page 98: ...icense plate lamps instrument panel lamps Canada only When engine is run ning the low beam is also switched on B Low beam plus parking lamps or high beamheadlamps combination switch pushed forward Sta...

Page 99: ...eam 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 am bient light for example ligh...

Page 100: ...ime run ning lamp mode activated and exterior lamp switch in position M To activate the daytime running lamp mode see Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only page 125 Locator lighting and night sec...

Page 101: ...yellow indicator lamp in the lamp switch comes on i Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and or the low beam headlamps on Fog lamps should only be used in conjunction with low beam headlamps...

Page 102: ...ctivat ed with the ignition switched on or off It is activated automatically when an airbag is deployed The switch is located on the center con sole 1 Hazard warning flasher switch Switching on the ha...

Page 103: ...g a preset time page 128 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 104: ...X The right reading lamp comes on Press right button X again The right reading lamp goes out Switching left front reading lamp on and off Press left button X The left reading lamp comes on Press left...

Page 105: ...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 page 22 clockwise The...

Page 106: ...he 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 over heated ca...

Page 107: ...ithin the red marking Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature is displayed in the instrument cluster page 22 For in formation how to select the unit of the dis played temperature i e deg...

Page 108: ...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 109: ...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 ra dio CD player cassette...

Page 110: ...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 functions...

Page 111: ...k 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 ch...

Page 112: ...112 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 113: ...display Select radio sta tion Activate route guidance Call up malfunc tion messages Reset to factory settings Fuel consumption statistics after start Load phone book Digital speed ometer Operate CD p...

Page 114: ...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 115: ...t ting for the station tuning page 128 The next stored station is selected SP Station search Select satellite radio station The Sirius Satellite Radio is treated as a ra dio application Select SAT rad...

Page 116: ...es with COMAND Refer to separate op erating instructions Press button or repeatedly until the settings for the cassette cur rently being played are shown in the display 1 Current side Press button j t...

Page 117: ...button or repeatedly until you see the malfunction message memory in the display No malfunction messages If no malfunctions have occurred the mes sage in the display is NO MALFUNCTION i To select the...

Page 118: ...when the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or removed from the starter switch Settings menu In the SETTINGS menu there are two func tions The function RESET TO FACTORY SET TINGS w...

Page 119: ...nus in the Settings menu Press button k or j In the display you see the collection of the submenus Press button The selection marker moves to the next submenu i The settings you have changed will not...

Page 120: ...ctory settings Move to a function in the submenu Press the reset button in the instru ment cluster for approximately three seconds In the display you will see the request to press the reset button aga...

Page 121: ...urs 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...

Page 122: ...S HOURS The selection marker is on the hour set ting 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 IN S...

Page 123: ...nu Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis play 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 124: ...ction marker is on the current setting Press or to set speedome ter unit to Km or Miles Selecting language Move the selection marker with the or button to the IN STRUMENT CLUSTER submenu Press button...

Page 125: ...submenu 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 L...

Page 126: ...n the exterior lamp switch to posi tion U The locator lighting switches off when the driver s door is opened It switches off au tomatically after a period of approximately 40 seconds Move the selectio...

Page 127: ...ove the selection marker with the or button to the LIGHT ING submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the dis play HEADLIGHTS DELAYED SHUT OFF The selection marker is on th...

Page 128: ...urrent setting Press or to select the de sired lamp on time period You can se lect 0 s the delayed shut off feature is deactivated 5 s 10 s 15 s or 20 s the delayed shut off feature is activated Vehic...

Page 129: ...vehicle 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 messa...

Page 130: ...the appropriate stored position button on the memory switch page 96 Warning G You must make sure that no one can be come trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and the driver s seat when the...

Page 131: ...endency Use this function to set whether the mem ory settings for the seats the steering wheel and the mirrors should be stored separately for each SmartKey page 95 Move the selection marker with the...

Page 132: ...for the passenger exterior rear view mirror using the memory switch page 97 Move the selection marker with the or button to the CONVE NIENCE submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this...

Page 133: ...ay After RESET 1 Distance driven since last reset 2 Time elapsed since last reset 3 Average speed since last reset 4 Average fuel consumption since last re set Resetting fuel consumption statistics Pr...

Page 134: ...ing For your safety and the safety of others we rec ommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a tele phone call If you choose to use the tele phone while driving p...

Page 135: ...erate 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 a...

Page 136: ...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 con tr...

Page 137: ...le or with access to an un locked vehicle Children could move the gearshift lever which could result in an acci dent and or serious injury Warning G For vehicles equipped with a manual trans mission g...

Page 138: ...Downshifting gears leading to overrev ving the engine can result in engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Do not exceed the engine speed limits page 324 Never hold th...

Page 139: ...tion and shift program C S appear in the multifunction display page 109 An additional indication of the current gear selector lever position can be found on the cover of the shifting gate The indicato...

Page 140: ...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 141: ...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 142: ...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 143: ...the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P page 46 When parked on an incline turn the front wheels towards the road curb Do not park this vehicle in areas where com bustible materials suc...

Page 144: ...icle starts out in second gear both forward and reverse for gentler starts This does not apply if full throttle is applied or gear range 1 is selected Traction and driving stability are improved on ic...

Page 145: ...reached the desired speed The transmission shifts up again Emergency operation Limp Home Mode If vehicle acceleration worsens or the transmission no longer shifts the trans mission is most likely oper...

Page 146: ...interior rear view mir ror The rear view mirror will not react if reverse gear is engaged the interior lighting is turned on Warning G The automatic antiglare function does not react if incoming light...

Page 147: ...ll be turned downward to the stored position 1 Driver s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Passenger side exterior rear view mirror button The exterior rear view mirror returns to its previously...

Page 148: ...p cleaning system page 243 Sun visors The sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving Swing sun visors down when you expe rience glare 1 Mounting 2 Mirror cover 3 Mirror lamp 4 Sun visor To us...

Page 149: ...Press button F page 151 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 driv ing Visibility could otherwise be...

Page 150: ...150 Controls in detail Climate control Climate control...

Page 151: ...mbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 6 Air volume control for side air vent 7 Side air vent adjustable 8 Side defroster...

Page 152: ...be very hot or very cold depending on the set temperature This may case burns or frost bite on unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents Always keep sufficient distance between unprotect...

Page 153: ...ound on the controls Use the air volume control 1 to adjust the air volume You can select between six air volume speeds Adjusting manually Press the U button The indicator lamp on the button goes out...

Page 154: ...air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment Activating Press button O page 151 The indicator lamp on the button comes on i These settings should only be selected for a short time Warning...

Page 155: ...utton comes on Reactivating Set the air volume control 1 page 151 to any speed Vehicles without panorama sliding pop up roof In the event that the procedure causes po tential danger the opening and cl...

Page 156: ...hich are harmful to the ozone layer Deactivating It is possible to deactivate the air condi tioning cooling function of the climate control system The air in the vehicle will then no longer be cooled...

Page 157: ...tem is activated 1 Lever Opening the air vent Raise lever 1 Closing the air vent Lower lever 1 i You should keep this air vent closed when outside temperatures are low i The compartment can get very w...

Page 158: ...ents 1 Left center air vent 2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for center air vents 3 Right center air vent To open center air vents Turn thumbwheel 2 upward i The temperature at the air vents for re...

Page 159: ...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 160: ...160 Controls in detail Audio system Operating and display elements...

Page 161: ...e 5 Alpha numeric keypad Band selection station buttons radio 165 CD selection CD 177 Telephone number entry retrieving speed dialing memory telephone 180 6 Scanning radio cassette CD 167 174 178 7 Fu...

Page 162: ...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 163: ...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 164: ...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 165: ...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 166: ...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 167: ...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 168: ...io 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 171 i Additional optional satellite radio equ...

Page 169: ...ed up you must give your SAT radio provider the Elec tronic Serial Number ESN of your SAT receiver over the telephone Press the SAT key The radio switches to SAT mode CALL SIRI appears on the display...

Page 170: ...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 T...

Page 171: ...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 172: ...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 173: ...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 174: ...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 175: ...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 176: ...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 177: ...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 178: ...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 179: ...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 180: ...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 181: ...name 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 Pre...

Page 182: ...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 183: ...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 184: ...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 185: ...lay 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 ca...

Page 186: ...ruction that blocks its path in a circumstance 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 i...

Page 187: ...ndows Press or pull respective switch again Warning G If you pull and hold the switch up when clos ing the window and upward movement of the window is blocked by some obstruction including but not lim...

Page 188: ...oce dure Make sure all side windows and the pan orama sliding pop up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle Synchronizing power windows The power window must be resynchro nized each time...

Page 189: ...blinds have reached the desired posi tion Warning G When opening or closing the panorama sliding pop up roof make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the open ing or closing procedure If...

Page 190: ...r of being injured by the closing procedure The closing of the roller sunblinds can be immediately halted by releasing the switch Warning G When opening or closing the panorama sliding pop up roof mak...

Page 191: ...completely Press the switch again to open it com pletely Stopping the panorama sliding pop up roof Move the switch in any direction Do not transport any objects that pro trude out of the panorama slid...

Page 192: ...move down and the pan orama sliding pop up roof tilts after approximately one second With the windows fully open press and hold button again The panorama sliding pop up roof be gins to slide open afte...

Page 193: ...until the roller sunblind is ap proximately 4 in 10 cm opened Release the switch Move the switch in the direction 3 and wait until the roller sunblind is fully closed Hold the switch for approximatel...

Page 194: ...er found on the left hand side of the steering column 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 all tim...

Page 195: ...ol lever to position 3 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...

Page 196: ...stored speed Resume function Briefly push the 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 acceler...

Page 197: ...sep arately Warning G Use only roof racks approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle Follow manu facturer s installation instructions Do not place anything on the...

Page 198: ...ing and pulling on the backrest 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 position when re...

Page 199: ...e heaviest portion of the cargo should al ways be kept as low as possible since it in fluences the handling characteristics of the vehicle Warning G Always fasten items being carried as secure ly as p...

Page 200: ...ove box lock to position 3 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 trunk if possib...

Page 201: ...losing Slide cover 1 forward Cup holder Opening cup holder Slide cover rearward Push button 1 The cup holder opens automatically Warning G When not in use keep the cup holder closed Place only contain...

Page 202: ...the left side Opening storage compartment Pull handle 1 and lift armrest Closing storage compartment Press armrest down until it engages into place Opening telephone compartment Press button on left 3...

Page 203: ...storage compartment can be heat ed or cooled The compartment can get very warm due to its confined space When storing heat sensitive objects in the compart ment close the air vent page 157 while heat...

Page 204: ...eat ashtray Opening ashtray Pull at top of cover 2 to open ashtray Removing ashtray insert Press latch 1 to disengage ashtray in sert and remove it Reinstalling the ashtray insert Install ashtray inse...

Page 205: ...ghter socket can be used to accommodate electrical acces sories up to a maximum 85 W Warning G Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenna i e with out being connecte...

Page 206: ...se required Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of approx 44 feet ap proximately 13 5 m every second Warning G Some jurisdictions proh...

Page 207: ...Assistance button and the Information button are located below the center armrest cov er The Tele Aid system utilizes the cellular network for communication and the GPS Global Positioning System sate...

Page 208: ...evant to the emergency such as the location of the vehicle determined by the GPS satellite lo cation system vehicle model identifica tion number and color are generated A voice connection between the...

Page 209: ...ld not initiate an emergency call e g the rele vant cellular phone network is not available The message EMERGENCY CALL CALL FAILED appears in the multifunction display for approx ten seconds Should th...

Page 210: ...z technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest Mercedes Benz Center For services such as labor and or towing charges may ap ply Refer to the Roadside Assistance man ual for more informatio...

Page 211: ...the nearest Mercedes Benz Center or Mercedes Benz USA products and ser vices is available to you For more details concerning the Tele Aid system please visit www mbusa com and use your ID and password...

Page 212: ...on will resume If the indicator lamps do not start flash ing after pressing one of the buttons or remain illuminated in red at any time the Tele Aid system has detected a fault or the service is not c...

Page 213: ...muted and the selected mode radio tape or CD pauses The optional cellular phone if installed switches off If you must use this phone the vehicle must be parked Dis connect the coiled cord and place t...

Page 214: ...s lo cated the Response Center will con tact the local law enforcement and you The vehicle s location will only be pro vided to law enforcement Garage door opener The built in remote control is capabl...

Page 215: ...object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current U S federal safety standards i Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener If you should exper...

Page 216: ...evice you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in 5 to12 cm away from the surface of the integrated remote control locat ed on the interior rear view mirror keeping the indicator lamp 1 in view Step 4 U...

Page 217: ...t button If there is dif ficulty locating the transmitting button refer to the garage door opener opera tor s manual Step 9 Press training button on the garage door opener motor head unit The training...

Page 218: ...having dif ficulties programming a gate operator re gardless of where you live by using the programming procedures replace step 4 with the following Step 4 Continue to press and hold the inte grated...

Page 219: ...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 de...

Page 220: ...220...

Page 221: ...221 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

Page 222: ...void heavy loads full throttle driving and excessive en gine speeds no more than 2 3 of max imum rpm in each gear Shift gears in a timely manner Avoid accelerating by kick down Do not attempt to slow...

Page 223: ...op and go traffic 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...

Page 224: ...immediately Contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only Contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Cent...

Page 225: ...nded brake fluid is used the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired This could result in an accident When driving down long and stee...

Page 226: ...rked on an incline turn front wheel against curb Turn the SmartKey to starter switch position 0 Take the SmartKey and lock vehicle when leaving Warning G If you feel a sudden significant vibration or...

Page 227: ...o ensure normal balanced handling characteristics On packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance as compared to summer tires Stopping distance however is still considerably greater than when th...

Page 228: ...eleration braking and steering maneuvers Do not use the cruise control system under such conditions When the vehicle is in danger of skidding move gear selector lever to position N or in case of manua...

Page 229: ...ior re sulting in unconsciousness and death To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation open a window slightly on the side of the ve hicle not facing the wind Warning G The outside temperature indicato...

Page 230: ...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 vehicl...

Page 231: ...ccording to Mercedes Benz servicing re quirements For details refer to the Service Booklet To prevent damage to the catalytic con verters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticea...

Page 232: ...rranty Warning G Driving when your engine is badly over heated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine com partment to catch fire You could be se riously burned Steam from an overh...

Page 233: ...ld hear the fuel cap engage Close the fuel filler flap Warning G Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It burns violently and can cause serious inju ry Whenever you are around gasoline avoid inha...

Page 234: ...ge 243 i Use only premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 average of 96 RON 86 MON Information on gasoline quality can normally be found on the fuel pump More information o...

Page 235: ...acing light bulbs see Re placing bulbs page 293 Exterior lamp switch page 98 Tire inflation pressure For information on tire inflation pressure see Checking tire inflation pressure page 245 If you fin...

Page 236: ...he release lever while the vehi cle is in motion Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow To avoid damage to the windshield wip ers or hood never open the hood if the wiper arms are...

Page 237: ...the engine compartment or if the coolant tem perature display indicates that the engine is overheated do not open the hood Move away from vehicle and do not open the hood until the engine has cooled...

Page 238: ...nction display 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...

Page 239: ...n on messages in the display concerning engine oil see Practi cal hints page 275 Adding engine oil Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converte...

Page 240: ...dd engine oil as required Be careful not to overfill with oil Be careful not to spill any oil when adding Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water Screw oil filler cap 1 b...

Page 241: ...nt level is correct if the level for cold coolant reaches the black top part of the reservoir for warm coolant is approx 0 6 in 1 5 cm higher Add coolant as required Replace and tighten cap Warning G...

Page 242: ...time consult 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 prefer...

Page 243: ...d Washer Concentrate and water or commercially available premixed wind shield washer solvent antifreeze de pending on ambient temperatures Always use washer solvent antifreeze where temperatures may f...

Page 244: ...an 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 we...

Page 245: ...filler flap lists the spec ified 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 regardle...

Page 246: ...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 en sure proper tire inflation pressure Warning G Follow reco...

Page 247: ...h a minimum tread depth of approximately 1 6 in 4 mm on all four wheels for the winter season Winter tires Always use winter tires at temperatures below 45 F 7 C and whenever wintry road conditions pr...

Page 248: ...are approved by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location Always check local and state l...

Page 249: ...xx DAYS SERVICE A IN xx MILES KM SERVICE A DUE NOW The type of service due is indicated in the multifunction display field 9 Minor service A Major service B Clearing the service indicator The service...

Page 250: ...ton for about four seconds This message appears in the multifunc tion display SERVICE INTERVAL RESET WITH R BUTTON FOR 3 SEC To confirm hold down the reset button for about four seconds The service in...

Page 251: ...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 252: ...bserve the manufac turer 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 component...

Page 253: ...on 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 width of...

Page 254: ...erwise the wiper motor might suddenly turn on and cause injury Fold the windshield wiper arms back onto the windshield before turning the SmartKey in the starter switch Hold on to the wiper when foldi...

Page 255: ...lution Wipe with a cloth moist ened in lukewarm solution Do not use scouring agents Hard plastic trim items Pour Mercedes Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint free cloth and apply with light pre...

Page 256: ...a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care Exercise particular care when cleaning per forated leather as its underside should not become wet MB Tex upholstery Po...

Page 257: ...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 258: ...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 259: ...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 260: ...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 261: ...he 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 detected t...

Page 262: ...in 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...

Page 263: ...as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The indicator lamp does not come on with a BabySmartTM1 child seat properly installed on the front passenger seat 1 BabySmartTM is a trademar...

Page 264: ...22 and are then stored in the malfunction message memory page 117 On the pages that follow you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may ap pear in the di...

Page 265: ...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 266: ...the left and then to the right 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 instructions...

Page 267: ...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 268: ...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 269: ...Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Notify an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If it is intact Drive immediately to the nearest...

Page 270: ...the problem Warning G Driving with this message displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the b...

Page 271: ...not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may ignite and burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts You can be seriously burned Do not ignore the low...

Page 272: ...G Driving 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 canc...

Page 273: ...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 274: ...o have malfunctioned Continue driving with added caution Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center VISIT WO...

Page 275: ...check the engine oil level page 238 ENGINE OIL LEVEL STOP ENGINE OFF There 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 of...

Page 276: ...with an approved oil Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution ENGINE OIL VISIT WORKSHOP It may be that there is water in the engine oil Have the engine oil checked ENGINE OIL LE...

Page 277: ...T 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 Remove Sma...

Page 278: ...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 279: ...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 280: ...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 malfunctioning Replace...

Page 281: ...s Fasten the seat belts SEAT BELT SYSTEM DRIVE TO WORKSHOP The seat belt system is malfunctioning Visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible K CLOSE SUNROOF You have opened the drive...

Page 282: ...of the SRS is indi cated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately to have the system checke...

Page 283: ...system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center FUNCTION NOT AVAILABLE This display appears if button or on the multifunction steering wheel is pressed and the vehicle is not equipped with a tele...

Page 284: ...The first aid kit is stored in the trunk be hind the left trim panel Turn handles 2 Remove the trim panel 1 Loosen the securing strap 2 Remove first aid kit 1 i Check expiration dates and contents fo...

Page 285: ...l cover for vehicle tools Turn the mounting screw 3 counter clockwise Remove the spare wheel 1 Storing the spare wheel Place spare wheel 1 in wheel well Turn mounting screw 3 clockwise to its stop to...

Page 286: ...the vehicle To 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...

Page 287: ...e wheel rim size see Technical data sec tion page 326 Wheel bolts 2 must be used when mounting spare wheel rim size 4 1 2B x15 H2 page 326 The use of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts 2 for spare...

Page 288: ...2 Mechanical key Move locking tab 1 in direction of ar row and slide the mechanical key 2 out of the housing Unlocking the driver s door 3 Unlocking 4 Locking Unlock the door with the mechanical key T...

Page 289: ...ight Open 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 door and the trunk lid Press the cent...

Page 290: ...g 1 Mechanical key 2 Battery compartment Replacement batteries Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent Remove mechanical key 1 page 288 Insert mechanical key 1 in side open ing and push grey slide The batt...

Page 291: ...g the gear selector lever In the case of power failure the gear selec tor 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...

Page 292: ...he interior over head light Pry off lens 1 using a flat blade screw driver Slide both locking tabs 2 in direction of arrow Lower rear of cover and remove Remove cover Obtain crank 3 Insert crank 3 thr...

Page 293: ...replaced 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 Rear fog lamp Tail lamps Stand...

Page 294: ...iew mirrors High mounted brake lamp Xenon lamps Front fog lamps Lamp Type 6 Side marker lamp 5W5 7 High mounted brake lamp LED 8 License plate lamps C5W 9 Brake lamp P 21 W Turn signal lamp PY21W Tail...

Page 295: ...der with bulb to the left and pull out Pull out the bulb from the base do not pull on glass tube Insert new bulb so that the base fits in the bulb holder recess and is level Place the bulb holder with...

Page 296: ...m flasher parking and standing lamp 3 Headlamp cover for Bi Xenon head lamp 4 High beam bulb for high beam flasher 5 Bulb holder 6 Parking and standing lamp High beam bulb for high beam flasher Switch...

Page 297: ...nt turn signal lamp bulb Switch off the lights Open the hood page 236 Turn bulb socket 1 to the left and pull out Push bulb into socket turn to the left and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in an...

Page 298: ...et Reinstall bulb socket push in and twist clockwise To reinstall lamp set rear end in bumper and let front end snap into place Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Tail lamp assemblies Switch off the light...

Page 299: ...mp 2 Back up lamp 3 Turn signal lamp 4 Tail parking standing and rear fog lamp driver s side License plate lamp 1 Screws Switch off the lights Loosen both screws 1 and remove lamp Replace the tubular...

Page 300: ...starter switch before replacing a wiper blade otherwise the motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury Never open the hood when the wiper arm is folded forward Hold onto the wiper when folding the...

Page 301: ...e 285 Lifting the vehicle Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks not included or other sizable objects When changing wheel on a level surface Place one chock in fro...

Page 302: ...e until the wheel is a maximum of 1 2 in 3 cm from the ground Never start engine while vehi cle is raised Warning G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brac...

Page 303: ...them slightly Inflate the spare tire using the electric pump page 304 Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt This could result in damage to the bolt and wheel hub threads Wheel bolts 2 must be used...

Page 304: ...aged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be re paired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstances Contact an au thorized Mercedes Be...

Page 305: ...s tire pressure using the vent screw Detach the electric air pump Store the electrical plug and the air hose behind the flap and place the air pump back in the trunk Do not operate the electric air pu...

Page 306: ...e five wheel bolts evenly fol lowing the diagonal sequence illustrated 1 to 5 until all bolts are tight Observe a tightening torque of 80 lb ft 110 Nm Before storing the jack in the trunk it should be...

Page 307: ...nd 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 e...

Page 308: ...Follow the previously described steps in re verse order Reconnecting the batteries Turn off all electrical consumers Connect the positive lead and fasten its cover Connect the negative lead Reinstall...

Page 309: ...of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling i The following procedures must be car ried out following any interruption of battery power e g due to recon...

Page 310: ...tarting 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 311: ...discharged battery Connect positive terminal 1 of the charged battery with positive under hood terminal 2 in front of the dis charged battery with the jumper ca bles Clamp cable to charged battery 1 f...

Page 312: ...ables first from negative terminals 3 and 4 and then from positive terminals 1 and 2 You can now turn on the lights Have the battery checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Vehicles wit...

Page 313: ...er bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports To prevent damage during transport do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts Switch off the tow away alarm page 79 and deactivate the...

Page 314: ...con trol 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 is left in starter switch position 0...

Page 315: ...f the 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 lock ing de...

Page 316: ...umper To remove cover Press mark on cover in direction of ar row Lift cover off to reveal threaded hole for towing eye bolt The towing eye bolt is supplied with the tool kit located in the wheel well...

Page 317: ...e fuse box in the passenger compartment The amper ages of the fuses are also given there Fuse box in engine compartment The fuse box is located in the engine com partment on the left hand side 1 Cover...

Page 318: ...ps Release clamps 5 Remove cover 4 Closing fuse box Ensure that the sealing rubber is prop erly positioned Press the cover down and secure with clamps 5 Auxiliary fuse box in trunk The auxiliary fuse...

Page 319: ...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 320: ...s service More than 300 000 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 321: ...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 322: ...Identification Number VIN 3 Information label California version Vacuum line routing for emission con trol system 4 Engine number engraved on engine 5 VIN visible lower edge of windshield 6 Emission c...

Page 323: ...teering pump 2 Idler pulley 3 Supercharger 4 Automatic belt tensioner 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator alternator C 320 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering...

Page 324: ...oke 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 3 3 in 84 00 mm Total piston displacement 109 6 cu in 1796 cm3 195 2 cu in 3199 cm3 Com...

Page 325: ...der load ex hibit dimensional variations and differ ent tire deformation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts This may result in damage to the...

Page 326: ...J x 16 H2 Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm 1 46 in 37 mm Summer tires radial ply tires All season tires radial ply tires 225 45 R17 91 W1 1 Must not be used with snow chains 205 55 R16 91 H Winter tires rad...

Page 327: ...20 Generator alternator 14 V 120 A 14 V 120 A Starter motor 12 V 1 1 kW 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12V 100 Ah 12V 100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 6 MPP 332 Bosch F 8 DPP332 NGK PFR 5 R 11 Electrode gap 0 031 in 0...

Page 328: ...Dimensions Model C 230 Kompressor C 320 Overall vehicle length 171 0 in 4345 mm Overall vehicle width 68 0 in 1728 mm Overall vehicle height 55 4 in 1406 mm Wheelbase 106 9 in 2715 mm Track front 58...

Page 329: ...329 Technical data Weights Weights Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg...

Page 330: ...gine with oil filter C 230 Kompressor C 320 5 8 US qt 5 5 l 7 9 US qt 7 5 l approved engine oils Automatic transmission 8 5 US qt 8 0 l MB Automatic Transmission Oil Manual transmission 1 3 US qt 1 2...

Page 331: ...anol fuel E85 Air conditioning system R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil never R 12 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning sys tem Without headlamp clean ing system With headlamp cleani...

Page 332: ...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 333: ...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 used If premi...

Page 334: ...l additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Flexible Fuel Vehicles Flexible Fuel Vehicles are identified by a la bel reading Premium gasoline or E85 only on fuel filler flap Thes...

Page 335: ...tly increase at temperatures below 32 F 0 C At low temperatures the use of a block heater is recommended see your authorized Mercedes Benz Center for further information Rough idling may also be exper...

Page 336: ...antifreeze solution or other Mercedes Benz approved products of equal specification see Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet are used to re new the coolant concentration or bring it back up to...

Page 337: ...y shortened service life Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle Mercedes Benz 325 0 Anticorrosion Anti freeze agent Before the start of the winter season or on...

Page 338: ...available premixed windshield washer sol vent antifreeze dependingonambient temperatures Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washe...

Page 339: ...ourse For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 times as well on the gov ernment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of...

Page 340: ...d ex cessive 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 341: ...passenger seat prevents deployment of the pas senger front airbag if a BabySmartTM compatible child seat is installed BAS Brake Assist System System for potentially reducing braking distances in emerg...

Page 342: ...set by the driver Engine number The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine pro duced Engine oil viscosity Measurement for the inner friction v...

Page 343: ...ach SmartKey Menu The control system displays are ar ranged in menus Each menu contains a number of commands for particular systems In the Audio menu for exam ple you will find the commands Select rad...

Page 344: ...on to the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center for sub scribers to Tele Aid service Restraint systems Seat belts belt tensioners airbags and child restraint systems As indepen dant systems their p...

Page 345: ...The Tele Aid system is operational pro vided that the vehicle s battery is charged properly connected not dam aged and cellular and GPS coverage is available Tightening torque Force times lever arm e...

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Page 347: ...froster 149 Seat heater 94 Tow away alarm 79 Windshield wipers 49 Adding Coolant 241 Engine oil 239 Additional turn signals 293 Adjustable air outlets Rear passenger compartment 158 Adjusting 32 Air d...

Page 348: ...lare Automatic 146 Antilock brake system ABS 341 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 Aqu...

Page 349: ...ission fluid 241 Winter program mode 144 Auxiliary fuse box 318 B BabySmartTM Airbag deactivation system 67 341 Compatible child seats 67 341 Self test 68 Backrest Folding forward 198 Folding rearward...

Page 350: ...ty 134 Service indicator 250 CAN system 341 Capacities Fuels coolants lubricants etc 330 Cargo compartment Lighting 104 Cassette operation Playing cassettes 172 Cassette player Operating 116 Catalytic...

Page 351: ...56 Windows 254 Windshield 50 Wiper blades 254 Wood trims 256 Climate control 150 Adjusting 153 Defogging windshield 153 Defrosting 154 Rear window defroster 149 Setting the temperature 153 Clock 23 12...

Page 352: ...Coolant 241 336 Adding 241 Anticorrosion antifreeze quantity 336 Capacities 330 Checking level 241 Messages in display 271 272 Temperature 232 Temperature indicator 106 Warning lamp 272 Coolant level...

Page 353: ...114 Direction of rotation tires 245 Discharged battery Jump starting 310 Disconnecting Vehicle battery 308 Display Selecting 125 Display elements Audio system 160 Displays Digital speedometer 114 Mess...

Page 354: ...Emergency operations Closing sliding pop up roof 292 Locking the vehicle 289 Opening sliding pop up roof 292 Remote door unlock 213 Unlocking the vehicle 288 Emergency release Trunk lid 86 Emergency...

Page 355: ...temperature units 123 Fastening the seat belts 41 Fine adjustment Cruise control 196 First aid kit 284 Flat tire 301 Inflating the spare tire 304 Lowering the vehicle 306 Mounting the spare wheel 301...

Page 356: ...233 Opening 291 Unlocking 233 Fuel requirements 333 Fuel reserve tank Message in display 277 Fuel tank Capacity 331 Filler flap 233 Fuels coolants lubricants etc Capacities 330 Functions control syste...

Page 357: ...96 Cleaning 253 Cleaning system 148 243 Halogen type Replacing bulbs 295 Refilling washer fluid 243 Switching off 53 Switching on 48 Washer fluid 338 Washer system 338 Headliner and shelf below rear w...

Page 358: ...r lighting 103 Activating automatic control 103 Deactivating automatic control 103 Delayed shut off 128 Manual operation 103 Interior rear view mirror Adjusting 39 Antiglare 146 Interior storage space...

Page 359: ...Seat belts 262 Service indicator 249 SRS 57 Turn signals 23 Language Multifunction display 124 Setting 124 LATCH child seat mounts 70 Folding back 70 Layout of poly V belt drive 323 Leather upholstery...

Page 360: ...ts Technical data 330 Luggage cover 197 M Main dimensions 328 Maintenance 249 Vehicles with E85 fuel 335 Malfunction Displaying 118 Malfunction memory 117 Calling up 117 Manual headlamp mode 99 Manual...

Page 361: ...mirror 40 Exterior rear view mirror parking positions 132 Interior rear view mirror 39 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position 97 MON 234 MON Motor Octane Number 343 Mph or km h in speedom...

Page 362: ...h gearshifting 140 Canceling gear range limit 140 Downshifting 140 Upshifting 140 Opening Ashtray 203 Doors from the inside 85 Fuel filler flap 233 Fuel filler flap manually 291 Glove box 200 Hood 236...

Page 363: ...box in 317 Interior lighting 103 Interior rear view mirror 39 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 203 Passenger safety see Occupant safety 56 Pedals 223 Performance In cold weather 335 In hot weat...

Page 364: ...e ID see PTY ID PTY ID 168 Q Quick search Phone book 136 R Radio Selecting stations 115 Station search 115 Station selection setting 128 Radio operation 165 Radio see Radio operation Radio transmitter...

Page 365: ...igh beam bulbs 295 High beam bulbs xenon type headlamps 296 License plate lamp bulbs 299 Low beam bulbs 295 Parking lamp bulbs 296 297 Rear fog lamp bulbs 298 Rear lamp bulbs 294 298 Rear turn signal...

Page 366: ...off 94 Switching on 94 Seats 89 Adjusting 32 Easy entry exit feature 89 Heater 93 Manual 33 Rapid seat heating 94 Split rear bench seat 197 Selecting Display 125 Selector lever 23 Lock 45 Position aut...

Page 367: ...dicator 123 Time display mode Clock 123 Units Speedometer 124 Temperature 123 Settings Convenience functions 129 Factory SmartKey 83 Individual SmartKey 131 Lighting control system 125 Menus and subme...

Page 368: ...olts 287 Mounting 301 Speed Saving current 195 Speed settings Cruise control 196 Speedometer 23 Settings units 124 Speedometer display mode Selecting 124 Split rear bench seat 197 SRS 63 345 Indicator...

Page 369: ...mental Restraint System SRS 345 Switching Fuel Flexible fuel vehicle 334 Switching off Audio system 162 Automatic central locking control system 129 Delayed exterior lamps 127 Engine 53 ESP 76 Hazard...

Page 370: ...Aid 206 Emergency calls 208 Messages in display 283 Remote door unlock 213 Stolen vehicle tracking services 214 System self check 207 Upgrade signals 212 Telephone 24 205 Answering a call 135 Dialing...

Page 371: ...kit Installing 316 Towing the vehicle 313 Tracking services For stolen vehicle 214 Traction 144 339 345 Transmission see Automatic transmission 241 Tread depth tires 247 Treadwear 339 Trim panel Openi...

Page 372: ...25 Locking in an emergency 289 Lowering 306 Performance in cold weather 335 Performance in hot weather 335 Service battery 307 Towing 313 Unlocking 25 Unlocking in an emergency 288 With flexible fuel...

Page 373: ...ee Windshield washer fluid Washing the vehicle 251 Wear pattern tires 246 Weights 329 Wheel change Tightening torque 306 Wheels Rotating 246 Tires and wheels 244 Window curtain airbags 61 Windows see...

Page 374: ...r tires 247 Wiper blades Cleaning 254 Installing 300 Removing 300 Replacing 300 Wiping And washing simultaneously 50 Interval 49 With windshield washer fluid 50 Wood trims Cleaning 256 X Xenon headlam...

Page 375: ...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 Re printing translation and copying even of excerpts is no...

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