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C-Class

Operator’s Manual

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Summary of Contents for 2010 C 250

Page 1: ...C Class Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...oration in the U S A and other countries The following symbols are found in this Operator s Manual G Warning Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life or the...

Page 3: ...also the safety of you and your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of time RPlease read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference RP...

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Page 5: ...Index 4 Introduction 20 At a glance 25 Safety and security 35 Controls in detail 69 Operation 221 Practical hints 267 Technical data 331 Contents 3...

Page 6: ...isplay 272 OCS Occupant Classification System 42 Pelvis 41 Safety guidelines 39 Side impact 41 Window curtain 42 Air conditioning refrigerant and lubricant 354 Air distribution 194 Air pressure see Ti...

Page 7: ...ackrest see Seats Backup lamps Messages in the multifunction display 292 Replacing bulbs 314 Bar air pressure unit 250 BAS Brake Assist System 61 Batteries SmartKey Checking condition 73 Replacing 312...

Page 8: ...omatic mode 192 Deactivating system 191 Front defroster 194 Maximum cooling MAX COOL 195 Temperature 192 Clock 29 132 Cockpit 27 Cold tire inflation pressure 250 Collapsible wheel chock 269 COMAND sys...

Page 9: ...ettings 130 Door control panel 33 Door handles 33 Doors Child safety locks 59 Locking unlocking KEYLESS GO 71 Locking unlocking SmartKey 70 Messages in the multifunction display 286 Opening from insid...

Page 10: ...coolant see Coolant Engine oil Adding 226 Additives 353 Checking level 226 Consumption 225 Messages in the multifunction display 291 Oil dipstick 226 Recommended engine oils and oil filter 353 ESP El...

Page 11: ...uel Vehicle 355 Fuel filler flap 223 Opening manually 310 Fuel gauge 28 118 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 349 Fuel tank Capacity 352 Fuel filler flap and cap 223 Refueling 222 Fuses 328 G Garage door...

Page 12: ...Inflation pressure Inside door handle 74 Instrument cluster 28 116 Illumination 117 Lamps 297 Multifunction display 120 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster Illumination Instrument panel see In...

Page 13: ...tion 28 305 ESP 28 302 ESP OFF 28 303 Fog lamps 92 Front fog lamps 28 Front passenger front air bag off Canada only 46 307 Front passenger front air bag off USA only 42 308 Fuel tank reserve 28 304 Hi...

Page 14: ...ne Number see MON MP3 mode 158 Multifunction display 120 Symbol messages 279 Text messages 272 Vehicle status messages 270 Multifunction display messages ABS 280 281 Active headlamps 292 Advanced TPMS...

Page 15: ...e Engine oil On board computer see Control system One touch gearshifting 112 Operating safety 22 Ornamental moldings cleaning 263 Overhead control panel 32 P Paintwork cleaning 261 Paintwork code 333...

Page 16: ...doors Child safety locks 59 Rear door window Override switch 59 Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear seat head restraints see Head restraints Rear view camera 188 Cleaning the ca...

Page 17: ...function 89 Menu 130 Selective setting KEYLESS GO 73 Selective setting SmartKey 71 Shelf below rear window cleaning 265 Side impact air bags 41 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses 263 Messages in the m...

Page 18: ...ehicle specification C 63 AMG 343 Washer and headlamp cleaning system 352 358 Technical data dimensions see Vehicle specification Technical data electrical system see Vehicle specification Technical d...

Page 19: ...Identification Number 252 Tire pressure loss warning system 233 TPMS low tire pressure malfunction telltale 306 Traction 244 252 Tread 252 Tread depth 243 252 Treadwear 244 Treadwear indicators 243 25...

Page 20: ...icle maximum load on the tire 252 Vehicle specification C 250 334 C 250 4MATIC 335 C 250 4MATIC Sport 336 C 250 Sport 334 C 300 337 C 300 4MATIC 339 C 300 4MATIC Sport 340 C 300 Sport 338 C 350 341 C...

Page 21: ...Washer fluid 358 Wipers 96 Windshield wipers Replacing wiper blades 316 Winter driving Instructions 253 Snow chains 253 Tires 252 Winter tires 252 344 Wood trims cleaning 266 Index 19...

Page 22: ...ge caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right...

Page 23: ...is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days Written notification should not be sent to a dea...

Page 24: ...o M4G 4C9 Operating safety G Warning Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning Because the vehicle s electronic components are...

Page 25: ...nz Canada Inc 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto Ontario M4G 4C9 Reporting safety defects For the USA only The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49 Code of U S Federal Reg...

Page 26: ...with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee Rin response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency Rfor use in dispute resolution involving Daimler its affiliates or sal...

Page 27: ...Exterior view 26 Cockpit 27 Instrument cluster 28 Multifunction steering wheel 29 Center console 31 Overhead control panel 32 Door control panel seat adjust ment 33 25 At a glance...

Page 28: ...ing 77 Rear lamps 314 Rear window defroster 196 Fuel filler flap 222 A Exterior rear view mirrors 86 B Power tilt sliding sunroof 196 Panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel 199 C Windshield Wipin...

Page 29: ...ock 206 F Center console 31 G Starter switch 77 KEYLESS GO start stop button 78 Function Page H Steering wheel release handle manual 85 I Steering wheel adjustment stalk electrical 85 J Combination sw...

Page 30: ...ke warning lamp USA only 300 J Brake warning lamp Canada only 300 Left turn signal indicator lamp 93 Function Page d ESP warning lamp 62 302 Speedometer A Multifunction display 120 B Right turn signal...

Page 31: ...al transmission 132 H Digital clock 132 I Instrument cluster illumination 117 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Multifunction display 120 Press button to end a call 128 to reject an incoming...

Page 32: ...switch to the phone book and select a name or number within Tel menu 128 Press and hold button 9 or 120 to select previous or next track or scene with quick search or to select previous or next stati...

Page 33: ...da only 46 307 A Electronic Stability Program ESP switch 63 B Audio system 136 or COMAND system see separate operating instructions C Seat heating front passenger side 84 Function Page D Parktronic sy...

Page 34: ...uctions B Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission 111 Overhead control panel Function Page Rear interior lighting on off 95 Interior lighting control 95 Right reading lamp on off 95 Po...

Page 35: ...n Page Inside door handle 74 Central unlocking switch 75 Seat adjustment 82 Memory function for storing seat exterior mirror and steering wheel settings 89 A Exterior rear view mirrors adjustment 86 P...

Page 36: ...Function Page D Trunk opening switch 75 E Central locking switch 75 Seat adjustment vehicles without memory function Function Page Seat adjustment 80 34 Door control panel seat adjustment At a glance...

Page 37: ...Vehicle equipment 36 Occupant safety 36 Panic alarm 60 Driving safety systems 60 Anti theft systems 66 35 Safety and security...

Page 38: ...nctions work in conjunction with each other G Warning Modifications to or work improperly conducted on restraint system components or their wiring as well as tampering with interconnected electronic s...

Page 39: ...r health nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this you may wish to get out of...

Page 40: ...or s Manual G Warning Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in a rear seat There is a possibility for a side impact air bag related injury if occupants especia...

Page 41: ...senger front air bag cover outboard sides of the seat backrests door trim panels or door frame trims RDo not install additional electrical electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring RKe...

Page 42: ...deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system s preset deployment thresholds You will then be protected by the fastened seat belts The front air bags will not deploy in the event of a rollover unle...

Page 43: ...seat is empty and the front passenger seat belt is not fastened With the front passenger seat empty and the seat belt fastened the front passenger side impact air bag will deploy independently of the...

Page 44: ...for pelvis air bags G Warning Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of t...

Page 45: ...restraint or if the front passenger seat is classified as being empty When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as being up to or less than the weight of a typical 12 mo...

Page 46: ...hild Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag Note the following important information when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat RYour vehi...

Page 47: ...ight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint both of which are instances where the system may suppress deployment of the front passenger front air bag even though the impact met...

Page 48: ...n the front seating position Thus we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible Regardless of seating position children 12 years old and under must be seated and pr...

Page 49: ...er s instructions G Warning When using a BabySmart compatible child seat on the front passenger seat the front passenger front air bag will not deploy only if the 45 indicator lamp remains illuminated...

Page 50: ...child seats Seat belts Safety notes The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states the District of Columbia the U S territories and all Canadian provi...

Page 51: ...system includes SRS driver front air bag driver side knee bag front passenger front air bag side impact air bags pelvis air bags window curtain air bags for side windows Emergency Tensioning Devices...

Page 52: ...ing to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Thus we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear s...

Page 53: ...pletely Otherwise the seat belt and or latch plate could get caught or pinched in the door or in the seat mechanism This can damage the seat belt and impair its effectiveness and or cause damage to th...

Page 54: ...ned In an impact the ETDs remove slack from the seat belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body Seat belt force limiters when activated are employed to help reduce the pe...

Page 55: ...ye level This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation For information on head restraint adjustment see Head restraint height Y page 8...

Page 56: ...or child is traveling with you in the vehicle X Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child X Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at...

Page 57: ...ial seat belt retractor will be deactivated i Information on child seats with mounting fittings for tether anchorages Y page 57 For information on LATCH type ISOFIX child seat anchors Y page 58 The us...

Page 58: ...crash If this happens serious or fatal injury will result RA child in a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front ai...

Page 59: ...se Make sure that seat backrests are secured properly by pushing and pulling on the seat backrests If a seat backrest is not locked properly the seat backrest could fold The child seat would no longer...

Page 60: ...rrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident which could result in serious injury or death to the child Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be re...

Page 61: ...safety locks are working properly X Releasing Press the lever down in direction of arrow Override switch G Observe Safety notes see page 54 With the override switch you can disable the rear door windo...

Page 62: ...ause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device could voi...

Page 63: ...en to light brake pressure The ABS indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition It goes out when the engine is running Braking At the instant one of the wheels is...

Page 64: ...characteristics ESP G Observe Safety notes see page 60 The Electronic Stability Program ESP is operational as soon as the engine is running It monitors the vehicle s traction force of adhesive fricti...

Page 65: ...e wheels of the recommended tire size as specified in the Technical data section of this Operator s Manual i The cruise control switches off automatically when the ESP engages Electronic Traction Syst...

Page 66: ...e wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty X Switching on Press ESP switch unti...

Page 67: ...the engine running press ESP SPORT switch briefly The ESP warning lamp d in the instrument cluster goes out The message ESC ON appears in the multifunction display ESP SPORT switches off automaticall...

Page 68: ...the multifunction display Y page 270 will refer to the ESP as ESC G Warning When the ESP warning lamp d and the ESP OFF warning lamp are illuminated continuously the ESP is switched off Vehicle stabil...

Page 69: ...ge 68 i If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds the Tele Aid system initiates a call to the Customer Assistance Center automatically The Tele Aid system will initiate the call provided that Ryo...

Page 70: ...Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm do one of the following X Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch X Press button or on the SmartKey In vehicles with KEYLESS GO X Grasp an outside door hand...

Page 71: ...ows 98 Driving and parking 101 Manual transmission 107 Automatic transmission 108 Transfer case 116 Instrument cluster 116 Control system 118 Audio system 136 Driving systems 180 Climate control syste...

Page 72: ...not lock or unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged the SmartKey is malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained X Check the batteries in the SmartKey Y p...

Page 73: ...Switching on off Press and hold buttons and simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds until the battery check lamp Y page 73 flashes twice The SmartKey will then function as follows X Unlocking drive...

Page 74: ...hicle the system may no longer recognize the SmartKey The vehicle cannot be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS GO system RIf the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle e g if a passenger exits...

Page 75: ...ximately 6 seconds until the battery check lamp Y page 73 flashes twice KEYLESS GO will then function as follows X Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Grasp the driver s outside door handle X...

Page 76: ...d person has provided the appropriate documents the Mercedes Benz Center will need to synchronize the key to your vehicle before it can be used In order to do so the Mercedes Benz Center need access t...

Page 77: ...ing switch does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap X Locking Press central locking switch When the front passenger door is closed the vehicle locks X Unlocking Press central unlocking switch You...

Page 78: ...rbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death G Warning To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when cl...

Page 79: ...k X Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey Y page 309 X Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock X Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2 and remove the mechanical key in that pos...

Page 80: ...ly charged X Check the vehicle battery and charge it if necessary Y page 323 or X Get a jump start Y page 323 i If the SmartKey does not belong to the vehicle the SmartKey can be turned in the starter...

Page 81: ...lamps in the instrument cluster come on The low beam headlamp indicator lamp high beam headlamp indicator lamp turn signal indicator lamps and the indicator lamps for the fog lamps will only come on i...

Page 82: ...d result in an accident and or serious personal injury G Warning According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating po...

Page 83: ...icles with memory function are located on the front doors i Vehicles without memory function The seats can be adjusted within 5 minutes after either front door has been opened The counter resets each...

Page 84: ...d restraint height adjustment manual This feature is only available in vehicles without memory function X Raising Adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward X Lowering Press release...

Page 85: ...le and the center of the head restraint 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 accident or similar situation With...

Page 86: ...imately 20 minutes in level 1 the seat heating switches off automatically X Switch on the ignition X Switching on Press seat heating switch Three red indicator lamps in seat heating switch come on X P...

Page 87: ...k in direction of arrows i The memory function Y page 89 lets you store the settings for the steering wheel together with the settings for the seat position and the exterior rear view mirrors Easy ent...

Page 88: ...tment procedure before setting the vehicle in motion All steering wheel adjustment must be completed before setting the vehicle in motion Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could caus...

Page 89: ...pond 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 view mirrors will not react if the automati...

Page 90: ...tic transmission into reverse gear R manual transmission to reverse gear The passenger side exterior rear view mirror moves to the stored parking position The passenger side exterior rear view mirror...

Page 91: ...in to fold mirrors out Do not force mirrors by hand as this may damage the adjustment mechanism The mirror housing is then properly positioned and you can adjust the mirror in the usual manner Memory...

Page 92: ...e active Bi Xenon headlamps shift to either side according to the vehicle s steering angle and speed Exterior lamp switch 1 W Standing lamps left 2 X Standing lamps right 3 Off Daytime running lamp mo...

Page 93: ...ition c to L with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location Switching from c to L will briefly switch off the headlamps Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may result in an...

Page 94: ...manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode The corresponding exterior lamps come on Y page 90 Fog lamps Fog lamps cannot be switched on with the exterior lamp switch in posi...

Page 95: ...amp mode Y page 91 or the daytime running lamp mode Y page 91 High beam flasher X Switching on Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flash...

Page 96: ...turn signal for one side but turn the steering wheel in the other direction the corner illuminating front fog lamp on the side of the turn signal comes on or X Turn the steering wheel in the desired d...

Page 97: ...tched on manually does not go out automatically Leaving an interior lamp switched on for an extended period of time with the engine turned off could result in a discharged battery X Switching front in...

Page 98: ...dshield with washer fluid Windshield wipers X Observe notes on page Y page 96 Switching on off Combination switch 1 Windshield wipers off 2 Slow intermittent wiping5 3 Fast intermittent wiping6 4 Slow...

Page 99: ...with automatic transmission or Rthe wiper setting is changed using the combination switch Single wipe X Press the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow B to the resistance point The windshi...

Page 100: ...f the door windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or if the switch was pulled past the resistance point and released by either pressing or pulling the respective switch If a door wi...

Page 101: ...tion G Warning Pulling and holding the switch to close the door window immediately after it had been blocked two times will cause the door window to close without any reversal function for as long as...

Page 102: ...panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure If potential danger exists proceed as follows RRelease button to stop the clos...

Page 103: ...brake or accelerate This could lead to accidents and injury G 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 i...

Page 104: ...le A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS GO star...

Page 105: ...iving off G Warning On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent th...

Page 106: ...ion into reverse gear R or park position P when the vehicle is stopped Otherwise the automatic transmission could be damaged X Depress the brake pedal The gear selector lever lock is released X Shift...

Page 107: ...Shift the automatic transmission into park position P RSlowly release the brake pedal RWhen parked on an incline always turn the front wheels towards the road curb RTurn the SmartKey in the starter sw...

Page 108: ...SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Automatic transmission The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the...

Page 109: ...on slippery road surfaces This may cause serious damage to the engine and the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Gearshift lever Gearshift pattern for manual transm...

Page 110: ...up under low load use Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road sur...

Page 111: ...ears automatically depending on Rthe selected gear range Y page 111 Rthe selected program mode C S Y page 111 or M vehicles with dynamic handling package and C 63 AMG only Y page 113 Rthe position of...

Page 112: ...rom the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can be moved freely pushed or towed To avoid damage to the transmission never shift the automatic transmission into neutral po...

Page 113: ...ange appears in the multifunction display Gear range indicator Effect With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine 5 Allows the use of the engine s braking effect when driving Ron...

Page 114: ...at lower revolutions and the wheels are less likely to spin Selecting program mode S means that upshifts occur later One touch gearshifting With the automatic transmission in drive position D and driv...

Page 115: ...the D direction until the gear range indicator disappears from the multifunction display or X Pull and hold right gearshift control until the gear range indicator disappears from the multifunction di...

Page 116: ...ored When the engine is turned off with manual program mode M selected the automatic transmission will go to automatic program mode C when the engine is restarted i C 63 AMG Manual program mode M will...

Page 117: ...nsmission will not shift into a lower gear if the engine s maximum speed would be exceeded i For maximum acceleration press and hold the gear selector lever to the left in the D direction or pull and...

Page 118: ...ic transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Transfer case This section applies to vehicles equipped with all wheel drive 4MATIC only Both the front and rear axles...

Page 119: ...ome fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the eng...

Page 120: ...you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for maintenance service to call up statistical data on your vehicle and much more G Warning A driver s attention to the road an...

Page 121: ...enu pressing the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel will alter what appears in the multifunction display The information available in the multifunction display is arranged in menus and accomp...

Page 122: ...or The control system saves certain display messages Calling up display messages Y page 129 For information about warning and malfunction messages appearing in the multifunction display Y page 270 Mu...

Page 123: ...vailable RStandard display Y page 121 RFuel consumption statistics since start Y page 122 RFuel consumption statistics since last reset Y page 122 RResetting values Y page 122 RRemaining driving range...

Page 124: ...rn the SmartKey back to position 1 or 2 within this time period Fuel consumption statistics since last reset X Press button or to select the Trip menu X Press button or 9 to select From Reset Distance...

Page 125: ...The shift indicator is meant as a recommendation for an economical driving style Always observe traffic conditions as your driving style is determined in the first instance by the traffic situation A...

Page 126: ...r You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or the starter switch is in position 2 Y page 77 While the RACETIMER is being displayed you cannot adjust the audio volume using buttons W or X...

Page 127: ...the timer is running The timer stops X Press button a The reset menu appears in the multifunction display X Press button to select Yes and confirm with button a The saved laps are deleted Overall ana...

Page 128: ...tions appear in the multifunction display Please refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions for instructions on how to activate the route guidance system Audio menu The functions in the Au...

Page 129: ...on the audio system and select the CD or MP3 mode Y page 158 Vehicles with COMAND system Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions X Press button or to select the Audio menu The settings...

Page 130: ...audio system or COMAND system via Bluetooth yet X Connect the telephone to the audio system or COMAND system via Bluetooth RPhone READY or name of the network provider if available The telephone has...

Page 131: ...phone numbers This eliminates the need to search through your entire phone book X Press button or to select the Tel menu X Press button 6 X Press button or 9 to select the desired number or name X Pr...

Page 132: ...and then back to position 2 all messages will be deleted from the message memory Settings menu Introduction In the Settings menu there are two functions The function Factory Setting Y page 130 with wh...

Page 133: ...34 RSwitching interior lighting delayed shut off on or off Y page 135 Vehicle submenu RSwitching automatic central locking on or off Y page 135 Convenience submenu RActivating easy entry exit feature...

Page 134: ...er will be switched On or Off Permanent display vehicles with automatic transmission You can use the Permanent Display function to choose to display either the outside temperature or the speed in kilo...

Page 135: ...operating instructions X Press button or to select the Settings menu X Press button or 9 to select the Time date submenu X Press button a X Press button or 9 to select the Date function X Press button...

Page 136: ...sage appears in the multifunction display Cannot Be Completely Reset to Factory Settings while Driving Switching locator lighting on or off With the Locator Lighting function activated and the exterio...

Page 137: ...nge the current status Depending on the previous status the interior lighting delayed shut off feature will be Enabled or Disabled Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu Use...

Page 138: ...n or off This feature is only available in Canada vehicles Use this function to set the exterior rear view mirrors to be folded in automatically when you lock your vehicle With this function set to En...

Page 139: ...age 140 B Back button Y page 141 Operating safety G Warning Any alterations made to electronic components can cause malfunctions The radio amplifier CD changer satellite radio and telephone are interc...

Page 140: ...unit you can Rswitch the audio system on off Radjust the volume Rselect the operating modes Renter telephone numbers and accept reject initiate and end telephone calls Rload and eject CDs Audio contro...

Page 141: ...all Y page 179 I Opening system settings menu Y page 147 J Switching sound on off Y page 145 Switching hands free microphone on off Y page 179 K Switching to telephone mode Y page 167 L Sound settings...

Page 142: ...n in the status line RIn the telephone main menu Name of the Bluetooth device calls made and received via the Bluetooth interface Y page 172 RMobile phone network signal strength r This information wi...

Page 143: ...or horizontal menus or through lists Rto select program settings ZV X Slide Rto move through vertical menus or lists Rto exit horizontal menus Symbol How to use the audio controller XVY X Slide Rto mo...

Page 144: ...e 165 CD Changer Y page 162 Sound Y page 145 Telephone mode Button Mode Menu Telephone Y page 167 Name Y page 174 Call lists Y page 176 i System settings menu System Y page 147 Language Y page 148 Cal...

Page 145: ...of the list orientation or X Press button k Example of how to use the audio system Example direct frequency input FM 104 5 MHz Q Radio Q Enter Frequency The individual steps for the above mentioned ex...

Page 146: ...ing audio system on or off X Switching on Press push button q or X Open the audio display cover or X If the audio system was on as you switched off the ignition turn the SmartKey in the starter switch...

Page 147: ...reble settings for each individual audio source The particular Sound menu can be opened from the basic menu for the desired operating mode or by pressing the button J on the audio control unit Example...

Page 148: ...cVd X Saving setting Press W The setting is stored and the menu is exited X Exiting menu without saving Press button k or slide XVY i Balance and fader will be set to the default value 0 0 automatica...

Page 149: ...mation about Bluetooth Bluetooth technology is the standard for short range wireless technologies suitable for transmitting voice and data It is possible to connect Bluetooth devices wirelessly Blueto...

Page 150: ...lf with the radio functions Only use the audio system when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so Otherwise you could be involved in an accident in which you or others could be injured Do not...

Page 151: ...of the station names and or frequency Information displayed in the status line example The following information is displayed in the status line RTime 04 38 RStation name WNYC Mobile phone readiness i...

Page 152: ...ch the controller is being slid or rotated the system searches upward or downward and stops at the next station channel or X Press button E or F on audio control unit Depending on the pressed button t...

Page 153: ...tion The basic menu appears in the audio display X Press W when the main area is active or X Select Presets The station memory display appears in the audio display The dot in front of a memory positio...

Page 154: ...radio G Warning Please devote your attention first and foremost to the traffic situation you are in Before your journey please familiarize yourself with the radio functions Only use the audio system w...

Page 155: ...nditions are possible RSatellite radio service is not activated only the preview channel is displayed RSatellite radio service is activated i If a satellite receiver is not installed or not properly i...

Page 156: ...enu will appear The last tuned station will begin to play Main satellite radio menu Main area with channel display Selected program category Number of selected channel Selected channel A Sound setting...

Page 157: ...m searches upward or downward and stops at the next subscribed channel i Which channels are available depends on which channels you have subscribed to and the program category you have selected Y page...

Page 158: ...t of a preset position indicates that this is the channel currently selected and being listened to X Select station in memory by rotating cVd or sliding ZV X Press W to confirm or X Press desired stat...

Page 159: ...ually Slide XVY rotate cVd press W or press button k Calling SIRIUS XM Service Center i It may be necessary to call the SIRIUS XM Service Center if for example RYou want to cancel the subscription or...

Page 160: ...ot contain any parts that you are able to maintain yourself For safety reasons all maintenance work must be carried out by qualified technicians G Warning In order to avoid distraction which could lea...

Page 161: ...led using pens specially designed for this purpose RClean CDs from time to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth Never wipe the CD in a circular motion instead wipe it in a straight line s...

Page 162: ...Example of a correct track name Track1 mp3 The audio system is unable to recognize an MP3 WMA track if Rthere is no period between the track title and the extension Rthere is no extension i The audio...

Page 163: ...inserted G Warning In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident the driver should insert or eject CDs with the vehicle at a standstill and operate the audio system only if permitted...

Page 164: ...ximately 14 m every second i If the audio CD is printed on one side this side must face upwards when loaded If neither side is printed the side to be played must face downwards If a CD has been insert...

Page 165: ...ger will switch to the next empty magazine compartment The message Please Insert Disc X appears in the display X Repeat the steps until all compartments have been loaded X Press load eject button on t...

Page 166: ...changer switches to the next occupied magazine compartment and ejects the CD If you do not remove the CD from CD slot the CD changer will automatically pull the CD back in after a short while i If aud...

Page 167: ...kwards through the tracks skips to the beginning of the current track if the track has been playing for more than 8 seconds If the track has been playing for less than 8 seconds it skips to the previo...

Page 168: ...cates which option is switched on X Select an option and press W The option is switched on For all options except Normal Track Sequence you will see a corresponding indicator in the main area i The No...

Page 169: ...t for the audio device You can increase the volume for the AUX socket in case the internal volume of the connected audio device is too low Use the setting Boost for such devices You should set the sys...

Page 170: ...c business cards vCards via the Bluetooth interface Calls disconnected while the vehicle is in motion Interruptions to the connection may occur if Rthere is insufficient mobile network coverage Ryou m...

Page 171: ...you may have to wait a while in the following situations RIf the mobile phone is switched off RIf the mobile phone is not connected via the Bluetooth interface to the audio system RIf the mobile phon...

Page 172: ...obile phones in signal range When you authorize a new mobile phone it is activated automatically You can switch between the authorized mobile phones Searching for a mobile phone X Q Tel Q Bluetooth Ph...

Page 173: ...center console Y page 141 Entering passcode into the mobile phone If a Bluetooth connection is established successfully you will be prompted to enter a code into the mobile phone see mobile phone oper...

Page 174: ...Phones X Select an authorized mobile phone from the list X Press W to confirm The selected mobile phone will be searched for and connected if it is located in the Bluetooth range and Bluetooth is act...

Page 175: ...criptions refer to the audio system head unit Consult the separate mobile phone operating instructions that came with your mobile phone for information on how to place a 911 emergency call on the mobi...

Page 176: ...eception of vCards will be aborted X Q Tel Q Receive Business Card s X Press W to confirm X Wait until the message Ready to Receive Received 0 appears X Importing Start the data transfer on the extern...

Page 177: ...ssible distinct letter is the B or the K Therefore B and K are offered as possibilities X Select the characters for the required entry one after another As soon as the selection has been narrowed down...

Page 178: ...screen with the details of the selected entry appears X Closing popup screen Slide ZV XVY rotate cVd press W or press button 2 or k Deleting entry X Select entry X Slide VY to select Options X Press W...

Page 179: ...n the phone main menu select Call Lists X Select Delete Call Lists You will be prompted to confirm that you really want to delete the entry The question Do you want to delete the call lists appears in...

Page 180: ...to select 2 press and hold W until the phone number has been deleted or X Press and hold button 2 until the entire entry has been deleted or X Press button X Initiating a call Slide XVY or rotate cVd...

Page 181: ...all is rejected If you have accepted the call using the audio control unit audio controller or the multifunction steering wheel the call will be conducted via the hands free system The volume of the c...

Page 182: ...page 60 Cruise control The cruise control maintains the speed you set for your vehicle automatically The use of the cruise control is recommended for driving at a constant speed for extended periods o...

Page 183: ...press in direction of arrow X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal i On uphill grades the cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set speed will be res...

Page 184: ...rious injury to you and others You can increase or decrease the set speed in 1 mph Canada 1 km h increments or in 5 mph Canada 10 km h increments When you use the cruise control lever to decelerate th...

Page 185: ...l transmission Shift into 1st gear or reverse gear R X Slowly release the clutch pedal removing your foot from the brake pedal at the same time and carefully depress the accelerator pedal X Automatic...

Page 186: ...ation on the automatic shift programs see Automatic shift programs Y page 111 The automatic transmission with dynamic handling package with sport driving mode contains additional steering wheel gearsh...

Page 187: ...on properly sensors must be free of dirt ice snow and slush Clean sensors regularly Be careful not to scratch or damage sensors see Cleaning the driving systems sensors Y page 263 G Warning The Parktr...

Page 188: ...ng indicators Visual signals indicate the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle Front area warning indicators Rear area warning indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five y...

Page 189: ...ssion is shifted into drive position D or park position P or the parking brake is engaged Vehicles with manual transmission The signal is canceled when the manual transmission is shifted into neutral...

Page 190: ...This includes the area behind in front of and beside the vehicle Otherwise you could endanger yourself and or others G Warning The rear view camera either will not function or will not function to it...

Page 191: ...he rear view camera will no longer be displayed if you select another function on the COMAND system while reverse gear R is engaged To display the image again disengage and reengage reverse gear R X S...

Page 192: ...194 F Decreasing air volume Y page 194 G Display H Air distribution Y page 194 I Air distribution and air volume automatic mode i Switch on the automatic mode The indicator lamp in button comes on Y...

Page 193: ...s setting for a short time Otherwise the windows could fog up impairing visibility and endangering you and others X Deactivating Press button The indicator lamp in the button comes on X Reactivating P...

Page 194: ...n The air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically X Deactivating Press button I K or _ The indicator lamp in button goes out The automatic operation of air volume and air distribution s...

Page 195: ...ir vents Example illustration driver s side Left side defroster air vent fixed Left side air vent adjustable Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable left side air vent X Opening closing Turn...

Page 196: ...vents O Directs air to the footwells N Directs air through the center and side air vents and to the footwells _ Directs air into the entire vehicle interior Canada only b Directs air through the cent...

Page 197: ...MAX COOL MAX COOL is only available in U S vehicles MAX COOL is only operational when the engine is running You can use this setting to provide the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle interior whe...

Page 198: ...G Warning Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving Visibility could otherwise be impaired endangering you and others The rear window defroster uses a larg...

Page 199: ...can stick out of the tilt sliding sunroof Do not open the tilt sliding sunroof if there is snow or ice on the roof as this could result in malfunctions If you cannot open or close the tilt sliding su...

Page 200: ...t be closed first Closing X Closing manually Pull and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached X Express...

Page 201: ...roller sunblind cannot be operated individually G Warning When extending the roller sunblinds make sure no one is in danger of being injured by the extending procedure The roller sunblinds are equippe...

Page 202: ...ntial for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compartment To avoid damaging the seals do not transport any o...

Page 203: ...usly or even fatally injured when closing the tilt sliding panel without automatic reversal function If the movement of the tilt sliding panel is blocked during the closing procedure e g by ice or pol...

Page 204: ...urely fastened in the vehicle To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when transporting cargo Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests The...

Page 205: ...pen X Only attach the roof rack to the anchorage points under trim covers X Observe manufacturer s instructions for installation Parcel nets G Warning Parcel nets are intended for storing light weight...

Page 206: ...in the upright position In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle This can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are secu...

Page 207: ...t backrests in its upright position Front storage compartments G Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle Put lugga...

Page 208: ...er exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests Keep compartment lids closed This will he...

Page 209: ...vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty When not in use keep the cup holder closed An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted duri...

Page 210: ...over A if opened X Disengage sun visor from mounting X Pivot sun visor to the side X Adjust sun visor by pushing or pulling Vanity mirror The vanity mirror lamp only functions when the sun visor is en...

Page 211: ...ame until it engages X Closing Tap the front of cover Rear center console ashtray X Opening Pull at top of cover X Removing ashtray insert Push button to disengage ashtray insert and remove it X Reins...

Page 212: ...g used extensively the vehicle battery may become discharged X Switch on the ignition Power outlet in glove box X Open glove box Y page 205 Power outlet in rear passenger compartment X Pull at top of...

Page 213: ...button approximately 6 seconds until symbol C appears in compass display X Drive a full circle at a vehicle speed of between 3 mph 5 km h and 6 mph 10 km h When calibration was successful the current...

Page 214: ...been detected if any or all of the following conditions occur RThe indicator lamp in the SOS button does not come on during the system self test RThe indicator lamp in the Roadside Assistance button...

Page 215: ...will be sent to the vehicle immediately G Warning If the indicator lamp in the SOS button is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Customer Assistance Center established then...

Page 216: ...mmands are not available A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established X Describe the nature of the need for assistance The Mercede...

Page 217: ...k is not available The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display X Terminating calls Press button on the multifunction steering wheel or X Press the respective button for ending a telep...

Page 218: ...d to provide your password When you are inside your vehicle the next time and switch on the ignition the message Tele Aid Doors locked by remote control will appear on the multifunction display i The...

Page 219: ...the memory If you later wish to program a second and or third hand held transmitter to the remaining two signal transmitter buttons do not repeat this step and begin directly with step 3 X Step 3 Hold...

Page 220: ...s X Step 12 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed signal transmitter button or X Step 13 To program the remaining two signal transmitter buttons repeat the steps above starting...

Page 221: ...heck the frequency of hand held remote control A typically located on the reverse side of the remote The integrated remote control is compatible with radio frequency devices operating between 280 390...

Page 222: ...erence that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Floormats G Warning Whenever you are using...

Page 223: ...e equipment 222 The first 1000 miles 1500 km 222 At the gas station 222 Engine compartment 224 Tires and wheels 229 Winter driving 252 Driving instructions 254 Maintenance 258 Vehicle care 260 221 Ope...

Page 224: ...0 km you may gradually increase vehicle and engine speeds to the permissible maximum Additional instructions for AMG vehicles RDuring the first 1000 miles 1500 km do not exceed a speed of 85 mph 140 k...

Page 225: ...only on the fuel filler flap may be fueled with E85 For additional information see Flexible Fuel Vehicles Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly Otherwise excess...

Page 226: ...l level Y page 225 RTire inflation pressure Y page 232 RCoolant level Y page 227 RVehicle lighting Y page 313 RWasher system and headlamp cleaning system Y page 228 RBrake fluid Y page 228 Engine comp...

Page 227: ...example The hood could otherwise come loose while the vehicle is in motion and injure you and or others X Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 8 in 20 cm X Check to make sure the hood is f...

Page 228: ...dipstick is approximately 1 6 US qt 1 5 l X If necessary add engine oil For more information on engine oil see Fuels coolants lubricants etc Y page 349 For information on messages in the multifunctio...

Page 229: ...l the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the coolant temperature must be below 158 70 G Warning In order to avoid any potentially serious burns RUse extreme caution when opening the hood if th...

Page 230: ...washer fluid reservoir Otherwise the washer fluid level sensor could be damaged Fluid for the washer system and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the washer fluid reservoir During all seas...

Page 231: ...sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with cau...

Page 232: ...ure will change by approximately 1 5 psi 0 1 bar Keep this in mind when checking tire inflation pressure on warm tires and adjust the tire pressure only if the tire inflation pressure is too low for t...

Page 233: ...the vehicle can be found on the tire inflation pressure label The tire inflation pressure label is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap For the tire inflation pressure for spare wheels such a...

Page 234: ...e inflation pressure Safety notes G Warning Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fue...

Page 235: ...sure as indicated on the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information placard or if available on the tire inflation pressure label Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat a...

Page 236: ...e appears in the multifunction display Run Flat Indicator Active Press OK to Restart X Press button a The following message will appear in the multifunction display Tire Pressure Now OK Cancel Yes X I...

Page 237: ...le s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if underinflat...

Page 238: ...s keep in mind that the indicated value where the spare wheel is mounted does not reflect the actual spare tire inflation pressure i Operating radio transmission equipment e g wireless headsets two wa...

Page 239: ...on display or the following message appears in the multifunction display Tire pressures will be displayed after driving a few minutes X Press button The following message appears in the multifunction...

Page 240: ...ts fuel and cargo The certification label also tells you about the front and rear axle weight capacity called the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the total allowable weight that can be carri...

Page 241: ...S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 X Step 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX k...

Page 242: ...examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs This is for illustration purposes only Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information placard...

Page 243: ...bs 540 lbs 150 lbs Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 3 Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit from Tire and Loading Information placard minus combined weight of all occupa...

Page 244: ...rily to carry passengers and their cargo Mercedes Benz does not recommend trailer towing with your vehicle Maximum tire load G Warning Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit a...

Page 245: ...after 6 years regardless of the remaining tread The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to RDriving style RTire inflation pressure RDistance driven Trea...

Page 246: ...s must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditio...

Page 247: ...passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law...

Page 248: ...me i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration For more information see Rims and tires Y page 344 Tire size de...

Page 249: ...rt G Warning Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat t...

Page 250: ...es the maximum speed capability of the tire as being above 186 mph 300 km h Consult the tire manufacturer for the actual maximum permissible speed of the tire All season and winter tires Index Speed r...

Page 251: ...nto a sidewall of each tire produced The TIN is a unique identifier The TIN facilitates efforts by tire manufactures to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires...

Page 252: ...nt that these items are available as factory installed equipment whether installed or not Air pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure i...

Page 253: ...cle weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight total load limit and production options weight Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that sh...

Page 254: ...the road Treadwear indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 in 1 6 mm of tread remains Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire info...

Page 255: ...ins should only be driven on snow covered roads at speeds not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h Remove chains as soon as possible when driving on roads without snow Observe the following guidelines when using...

Page 256: ...fter being driven on salt treated roads the braking efficiency should be tested as soon as possible after driving is resumed G Warning Make sure not to endanger any other road users when carrying out...

Page 257: ...e excessive and premature wear of the brake pads It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effectiveness It may not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficien...

Page 258: ...Benz Center You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Vehicles with 4MATIC Because the ESP operates automat...

Page 259: ...f Warm up the engine smoothly Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached When driving off on a slippery surface do not allow a drive wheel to spin for an ext...

Page 260: ...ld therefore be carried out only by qualified Mercedes Benz Center authorized technicians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified service procedures must be carried...

Page 261: ...sage The maintenance service indicator message is cleared automatically Rafter approximately 10 seconds when you switch on the ignition Rafter approximately 10 seconds when reaching the service thresh...

Page 262: ...e maintenance service indicator was reset inadvertently have an authorized Mercedes Benz Center correct it Only reset the maintenance service indicator if the proper maintenance service has been perfo...

Page 263: ...re products at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Scratches corrosive deposits corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the vehicle care product...

Page 264: ...X Only use a soft wet cloth or sponge to clean the vehicle X Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo X Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of wa...

Page 265: ...Use a mild vehicle wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water Only use window cleaning solutions that are suitable for plastic lamp lenses Window cleaning solutions...

Page 266: ...into place X Clean the windshield and the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and mild detergent solution X Use a soft clean cloth and a mild window cleaning solution on all outside and inside gla...

Page 267: ...is the case wait for it to dry G Warning Do not use cleaners or cockpit care sprays containing solvents to clean the cockpit or the steering wheel Cleaners containing solvents will make the surface p...

Page 268: ...ng process Leather upholstery may also react to certain ambient influences such as high humidity or high temperature by showing wrinkles for example X Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry...

Page 269: ...ay 270 What to do if 297 Unlocking locking manually 309 Resetting activated NECK PRO active front head restraints 311 Replacing SmartKey batteries 312 Replacing bulbs 313 Replacing wiper blades 316 Fl...

Page 270: ...derneath the trunk floor i Vehicles without spare wheel are not factory equipped with the tools required for a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel wrench Some tools required for a wheel change are...

Page 271: ...abs of the lower plate all the way into the openings of base plate For information on where to place wheel chocks when changing a wheel see Lifting the vehicle Y page 318 Jack G Warning Only use the j...

Page 272: ...in red color Certain messages of high priority cannot be cleared from the multifunction display using a or on the multifunction steering wheel Y page 118 Other messages of high priority and messages o...

Page 273: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible On the pages that follow you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may appear For your convenience th...

Page 274: ...hat an occupant on the front passenger seat is of a greater weight than actually present X Keep the seat unoccupied close the front passenger door and switch on the ignition Monitor the 45 indicator l...

Page 275: ...orking properly Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G Warning If the 45 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps do not...

Page 276: ...pied and the ignition switched on Rthe 45 indicator lamp in the center console should illuminate and remain illuminated indicating that the OCS Y page 42 has deactivated the front passenger front air...

Page 277: ...ming the above corrective steps do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired Driving systems Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions...

Page 278: ...ere has been a warning message about a loss in the tire inflation pressure and the tire pressure loss warning system was not restarted yet X Make sure the correct tire inflation pressure is set for ea...

Page 279: ...is indicated by instead of the tire inflation pressure in the multifunction display X Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Have the wheel sensors installed at an auth...

Page 280: ...n the multifunction display X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers X Check and adjust tire inflation pressure as required X If necessary change the whee...

Page 281: ...have reached their wear limit X Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected by a qualified technician at the i...

Page 282: ...ly ABS and ESC Currently Unavailabl e See Operator s Manual In addition the yellow ESP warning lamp d and the yellow ABS indicator lamp come on The brake system is still functioning normally but due t...

Page 283: ...e the alternator and the battery checked Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident USA only J Canada only EBD ABS and ESC Inoperativ e See Operator s Manual In addition th...

Page 284: ...not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately Do not add brake fluid before checking t...

Page 285: ...ccident ESC Currently Unavailabl e See Operator s Manual In addition the yellow ESP warning lamp d comes on The brake system still functions normally but due to insufficient power supply the BAS the E...

Page 286: ...llow ESP warning lamp d flashes while driving and this message appears the Electronic Traction System ETS 4 ETS has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes As soon as the brakes...

Page 287: ...al restraint system may not work properly X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center 6 Left Side Curtain Airbag Malfunctio n Service Required The left window curtain air...

Page 288: ...rest until it is fully engaged in position Key Detected In Vehicle A SmartKey with KEYLESS GO left in the vehicle was recognized while trying to lock the vehicle from the outside X Take the SmartKey o...

Page 289: ...ed again after the engine is stopped Key Not Detected message appears in red The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is not detected while the engine is running because there is strong radio frequency interferen...

Page 290: ...o so X Apply the parking brake X Do not continue to drive X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Engine Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Check Coolant Level See Oper...

Page 291: ...ature may rise close to 248 120 G Warning Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Ste...

Page 292: ...g fan is malfunctioning X Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster If the coolant temperature is below 248 120 you may continue driving to an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X A...

Page 293: ...on to refill your engine oil to the required level For information on approved engine oils contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or visit www mbusa com USA only Engine oil level warnings should n...

Page 294: ...ck Left Brake Lamp or Check Right Brake Lamp The left or right brake lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 313 b Check Center Brake Lamp The high mounted brake lamp is m...

Page 295: ...e rear left side or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 313 b Check Front Left Parking Lamp or Check Front Right Parking Lamp The left or right front...

Page 296: ...switch Y page 90 b Check Left Low Beam or Check Right Low Beam The left or right low beam lamp is malfunctioning X Halogen headlamp Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 313 X Bi Xenon headlamp...

Page 297: ...mp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 313 b Check Left Cornering Light or Check Right Cornering Light The left or right corner illuminating front fog lamp is malfunctionin...

Page 298: ...enz Center as soon as possible Tires Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions h Tire Press Warning Caution Tire Malfunctio n At least one tire is deflating X Carefully bring the v...

Page 299: ...ance and result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc What to do if Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the follow...

Page 300: ...may appear in the multifunction display Y page 270 X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an ac...

Page 301: ...and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display Y page 270 X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions i...

Page 302: ...coustic warning sounds You are driving with the parking brake engaged X Release the parking brake USA only J Canada only The red brake warning lamp comes on while the engine is running There is insuff...

Page 303: ...nt passenger have forgotten to fasten your seat belts X Fasten your seat belts The seat belt telltale goes out There are items placed on the front passenger seat and therefore the system senses the fr...

Page 304: ...result in serious or fatal injury or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions d All models except C 63 AMG...

Page 305: ...ional due to a malfunction Risk of accident X Read and observe additional messages that may appear in the multifunction display X Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard brakin...

Page 306: ...he risk of an accident At least one wheel is spinning and the Electronic Traction System ETS 4 ETS has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes X Read and observe additional messa...

Page 307: ...A loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky X Check the fuel cap Y page 222 X If it is not closed properly Close th...

Page 308: ...e Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Tires Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions h Combination low tire pressure telltale TPMS malfunction telltale for the Advanced TPMS illuminates continu...

Page 309: ...umination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indica...

Page 310: ...s in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps Y page 270 G Warning If the 45 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a...

Page 311: ...he trunk To cancel the alarm insert the SmartKey into the starter switch Removing the mechanical key X Move locking tab in the direction of arrow X Slide mechanical key out of the housing Unlocking th...

Page 312: ...X Turn mechanical key back and remove it from the driver s door lock X Check whether the doors and the trunk are locked X If necessary lock the trunk with the mechanical key Y page 77 i This procedure...

Page 313: ...position P Resetting activated NECK PRO active front head restraints If the NECK PRO active front head restraints have been triggered in a rear end collision they must be reset You can tell that the N...

Page 314: ...azardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states USA only...

Page 315: ...lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you Rtouch or move it when hot Rdrop the bulb Rscratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous...

Page 316: ...s side Tail lamp and rear fog lamp P 21 W Side marker lamp W 5 W Turn signal lamp PY 21 W Tail lamp brake lamp P 21 W A Tail lamp brake lamp P 21 W B Backup lamp P 21 W Notes on bulb replacement Do n...

Page 317: ...qualified technician Low beam bulb halogen headlamps only X Turn housing cover counterclockwise and remove it X Pull electric plug off the bulb X Remove wire clip from bulb holder by pushing down and...

Page 318: ...nterclockwise and remove side marker lamp with bulb socket X Turn the new bulb with socket on backside of tail lamp unit clockwise until it engages Other lamps X Depending on which bulb needs to be re...

Page 319: ...blades Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts They could tear X Fold the wiper arm forward until it snaps into place X Turn the wiper blade in direction of arrow X Slide the wiper blade sideways out...

Page 320: ...spare wheel Introduction X Prepare the vehicle as described Y page 318 X Take the following out of the vehicle Rspare wheel Rjack Rvehicle tool kit box For information on where to find the respective...

Page 321: ...n changing a wheel on a level surface X Place a wheel chock or other sizeable object in front of and another wheel chock or other sizeable object behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wh...

Page 322: ...or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstances Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assist...

Page 323: ...been placed back into service on the vehicle Battery Safety notes A battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achieve its rated service life Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery ma...

Page 324: ...ever touch the battery first First touch the outside body of the vehicle in order to release any possible electrostatic charges Do not rub the battery with rags or cloths The battery could explode if...

Page 325: ...es immediately flush affected area with water and 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...

Page 326: ...ng RShould the battery be drained completely let the donating power source charge the vehicle for several minutes before reattempting the starting process The jump start contacts are located in the en...

Page 327: ...e the following instructions RVehicles with automatic transmission and or 4MATIC Do not tow start the vehicle You could otherwise seriously damage the automatic transmission which is not covered by th...

Page 328: ...arning In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury use extreme caution when removing the rear cover because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot X Press mark on cover as indicated by the arro...

Page 329: ...sure the ignition is switched on X With the vehicle at a standstill depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed X Vehicles with manual transmission Shift the manual transmission into the neutral posi...

Page 330: ...sing repaired or bridged fuses may cause an overload leading to a fire and or cause damage to electrical components and or systems Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes Benz...

Page 331: ...ver downward in direction of arrow X Closing Press cover backward X Turn lock counterclockwise Fuse box in engine compartment X Open the hood X With a dry cloth remove any moisture from fuse box cover...

Page 332: ...330...

Page 333: ...C Sport 204 085 336 Vehicle specification C 300 204 054 337 Vehicle specification C 300 Sport 204 054 338 Vehicle specification C 300 4MATIC 204 081 339 Vehicle specification C 300 4MATIC Sport 204 08...

Page 334: ...vehicle which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Also it could compromise the vehicle s durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranti...

Page 335: ...on purposes only These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle X Move the fr...

Page 336: ...12 V 1 4 kW Battery 12 V 74 Ah Electrical system C 250 Spark plugs type Bosch Y 7 MPP33 Spark plugs electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm Spark plugs tightening torque 15 18 lb ft 20 25 Nm Main dimensions C...

Page 337: ...erall vehicle length 182 8 in 4630 mm Overall vehicle width24 79 5 in 2020 mm Overall vehicle height 57 0 in 1449 mm Wheelbase 108 7 in 2760 mm Track front 60 4 in 1533 mm Track rear 59 6 in 1514 mm T...

Page 338: ...n 1541 mm Track rear 60 8 in 1544 mm Turning circle 35 4 ft 10 8 m Weights C 250 4MATIC Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Vehicle specification C 250 4MATIC Sport 204 085 The qu...

Page 339: ...hts C 250 4MATIC Sport Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Vehicle specification C 300 204 054 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle Contact an authorized Mercedes Be...

Page 340: ...The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment i The C 300 Sport is available in...

Page 341: ...he corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment Engine C 300 4MATIC Engine type 272 Mode of operation 4 stroke engine gasoline injection No of cylinders 6 Bore 3 46 in 88 00 mm Strok...

Page 342: ...TIC Sport Engine type 272 Mode of operation 4 stroke engine gasoline injection Engine C 300 4MATIC Sport No of cylinders 6 Bore 3 46 in 88 00 mm Stroke 3 23 in 82 10 mm Total piston displacement 182 8...

Page 343: ...troke 3 39 in 86 00 mm Total piston displacement 213 5 cu in 3498 cm3 Engine C 350 Compression ratio 10 7 1 Output acc to SAE J 134941 268 hp 6000 rpm 200 kW 6000 rpm Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349...

Page 344: ...SAE J 134943 268 hp 6000 rpm 200 kW 6000 rpm Engine C 350 Sport Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 258 lb ft 2400 5000 rpm 350 Nm 2400 5000 rpm Maximum engine speed 6500 rpm Firing order 1 4 3 6 2 5 Pol...

Page 345: ...V belt 2401 mm Electrical system C 350 4MATIC Alternator 14 V 150 A Starter motor 12 V 1 4 kW Battery 12 V 74 Ah Spark plugs type Bosch Y 7 MPP33 Spark plugs electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm Spark plugs...

Page 346: ...in 2012 mm Overall vehicle height 56 6 in 1438 mm Wheelbase 108 9 in 2765 mm Track front 61 8 in 1569 mm Track rear 60 0 in 1525 mm Weights C 63 AMG Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb...

Page 347: ...lation pressure should be checked regularly and should only be adjusted on cold tires Follow tire manufacturer s maintenance recommendation included with the vehicle For information on recommended tir...

Page 348: ...heels Rims light alloy Wheel offset 7 5 J x 17 H2 1 85 in 47 mm 7 5 J x 17 H2 1 85 in 47 mm All season tires50 225 45 R17 91H M S Winter tires50 51 225 45 R17 91H M Si 225 45 R17 91H M Si Model C 63 A...

Page 349: ...2 28 in 58 mm All season tires55 56 245 40 R17 91H M S Model C 30053 C 300 4MATIC53 C 350 Sport54 C 350 4MATIC53 17 wheels Front axle AMG rims light alloy Wheel offset 7 5 J x 17 H2 1 85 in 47 mm All...

Page 350: ...5 J x 18 H2 2 13 in 54 mm All season tires59 60 255 35 R18 94H XL Extra Load M S Model C 63 AMG 18 wheels Front axle AMG rims light alloy Wheel offset 8 J x 18 H2 1 77 in 45 mm Summer tires59 235 40 Z...

Page 351: ...in 20 mm Minispare tire63 T 125 90 R16 98M T 125 80 R17 99M T 125 70 R18 99M Recommended tire inflation pressure 61 psi 4 2 bar 61 psi 4 2 bar 61 psi 4 2 bar Fuels coolants lubricants etc Capacities V...

Page 352: ...4 1 3 US qt 1 2 l MB Manual Transmission Oil C 300 C 300 Sport65 1 6 US qt 1 5 l Automatic transmission C 25064 C 250 Sport64 9 0 US qt 8 5 l MB Automatic Transmission Fluid C 250 4MATIC64 C 250 4MATI...

Page 353: ...C 300 Sport65 C 300 4MATIC C 300 4MATIC Sport65 C 35064 C 350 Sport65 C 350 4MATIC64 1 2 US qt 1 1 l C 63 AMG 1 3 US qt 1 2 l Fuchs Titan EG 5010 D Power steering All models approx 0 9 US qt 0 8 l MB...

Page 354: ...approx 3 7 US gal 14 0 l Air conditioning system All models R134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil never R 12 Washer system C 25064 C 250 Sport64 C 250 4MATIC64 C 250 4MATIC Sport64 4 2 US qt...

Page 355: ...not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Mercedes Benz recommends MOBIL OIL Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number Model Engine type MB sheet number C 25069 272 229 5 C 250 Spor...

Page 356: ...ne s durability and performance premium unleaded gasoline must be used If premium unleaded gasoline is not available and low octane gasoline is used follow these precautions RHave the fuel tank only p...

Page 357: ...vent any difficulties when starting and operating the engine which otherwise may be experienced before the engine has fully adapted to the different fuel If in spite of these recommendations the engin...

Page 358: ...xed coolant solution only Adding water and MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze separately from each other could cause engine damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty If the antifreeze mi...

Page 359: ...to protect the aluminum parts Failure to use such anticorrosion antifreeze coolant will result in a significantly shortened service life Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for us...

Page 360: ...r for temperatures above freezing point X Mix with commercially available premixed washer solvent antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above the...

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Page 363: ...ca Canada only G Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts o...

Page 364: ...Order no 6515 0712 13 Part no 204 584 5381 Edition B 2010 2045845381z 2045845381...

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