Mercedes-Benz 2005 C 230 Kompressor, Operator'S Manual

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Contents
Driving systems ................................. 249
Cruise control............................... 249
Loading .............................................. 252
Roof rack*.................................... 252
Ski sack* (Canada only) ............... 252
Split rear bench seat* .................. 255
Loading instructions..................... 257
Cargo tie-down rings* .................. 258
Useful features .................................. 259
Storage compartments................. 259
Ashtrays ....................................... 263
Cigarette lighter ........................... 265
Electrical outlet in the rear
passenger compartment .............. 265
Telephone*................................... 266
Tele Aid* ...................................... 267
Garage door opener* ................... 274
Operation ......................................... 281
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)......... 282
Driving instructions............................ 283
Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 283
Drinking and driving ..................... 283
Pedals .......................................... 283
Power assistance ......................... 283
Brakes.......................................... 284
Driving off .................................... 285
Parking......................................... 285
Tires ............................................. 286
Hydroplaning................................ 286
Tire traction.................................. 287
Tire speed rating .......................... 287
Winter driving instructions ........... 288
Standing water ............................. 289
Passenger compartment .............. 290
Driving abroad.............................. 290
Control and operation of radio
transmitters ................................. 290
Catalytic converter....................... 291
Emission control .......................... 291
Coolant temperature.................... 292
At the gas station .............................. 293
Refueling...................................... 293
Check regularly and before
a long trip..................................... 295
Engine compartment ......................... 296
Hood ............................................ 296
Engine oil ..................................... 297
Transmission fluid level................ 300
Coolant level ................................ 301
Battery ......................................... 302
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*......... 303
Tires and wheels................................ 304
Important guidelines .................... 304
Tire care and maintenance........... 305
Direction of rotation..................... 307
Loading the vehicle ...................... 307
Recommended tire inflation
pressure....................................... 313
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 315
Tire labeling ................................. 317
Load identification ....................... 321
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................. 322