Mercedes-Benz 2009 C 230, Operator'S Manual

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Driving and parking
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Driving and parking
Safety notes
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Warning!
Make sure absolutely no objects are
obstructing the pedals’ range of movement.
Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all
obstacles. If there are any floormats or
carpets in the footwell, make sure the
pedals still have sufficient clearance.
During sudden driving or braking
maneuvers the objects could get caught
between the pedals. You could then no
longer brake or accelerate. This could lead
to accidents and injury.
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Warning!
With the engine not running, there is no
power assistance for the brake and
steering systems. 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.
Adapt your driving accordingly.
Starting the engine
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Warning!
Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to
your health. All exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can
cause unconsciousness and possible
death.
Do not run the 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 immediately. If you must drive
under these conditions, drive only with at
least one window fully open at all times.
Manual transmission
Gearshift pattern for manual transmission
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Reverse gear
$
to
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Forward gears
For more information, see “Manual
transmission” (
Y
page 119).
X
Depress the brake pedal.
X
Make sure the manual transmission is in
the neutral position (no gear selected).
X
Fully depress the clutch pedal.
Otherwise the engine cannot be started
due to the integrated safety interlock.
X
Do not depress the accelerator pedal.
X
Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position
3 (
Y
page 84) and hold until the
engine starts.
Controls in detail
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