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Press time 04/30/97
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Содержание C 230 1998

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Страница 2: ...rat ing conditions To save fuel you should keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures remove unnecessary loads remove roof rack when not in use allow engine to warm up under low load use avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration have all maintenance work per formed at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather in ...

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Страница 4: ...approval agencies should exist Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety performance or reliability of your vehicle Please do not use them Mercedes Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your Mercedes Benz authorized dealer where you will receive comprehensive information also on permissible technical modifications ...

Страница 5: ...des Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen To ensure your pleasure of ownership and for your safety and that of your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of your time Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes Ben...

Страница 6: ...ent Laws Lemon Laws 4 Important Notice for California Retail Buyers of Mercedes Benz Automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price if Mercedes Benz of North America Inc or its authorized dealer fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or...

Страница 7: ...available to the next owner If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Owner s Service and Warranty Information booklet or call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center in the U S A only at 1 800 FOR MERCedes Operating Your Vehicle Outside the U S A or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries please be aware that se...

Страница 8: ...is manual including operating instructions wherever necessary Since they are special order items the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Owner s Manual your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures The Ow...

Страница 9: ...Instruments and Controls Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Consumer Information Index Literature ...

Страница 10: ...ecommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer in accordance with the Service Booklet Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Service Booklet may result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Radio Transmitters Warning Never operate radio transmit ters equipped with a built in or attached antenna i e without b...

Страница 11: ...nd Controls Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Instruments and Controls 10 Instrument Cluster 12 Indicator Lamp Symbols 13 Catalytic Converter 15 Starting and Turning Off the Engine 16 Driving Instructions 17 ...

Страница 12: ...e control for center air outlets 15 Glove box illuminated with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2 10 16 Left front seat heater switch 17 ASR or ESP control switch 18 Switch for rear seat head restraints 19 Hazard warning flasher switch 20 Central locking switch Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system 21 Right front seat heater switch 22 Automatic climate control Rear window defroste...

Страница 13: ...Instruments and C ontrols ...

Страница 14: ...tor lamp green 5 ASR warning lamp yellow or ESP warning lamp yellow See Index 6 Speedometer 7 Trip odometer See Index 8 Main odometer or FSS indicator See Index 9 Right turn signal indicator lamp green 10 Tachometer See Index 11 Clock See Index 12 Push buttons for intensity of instrument lamps See Index 13 Push button for resetting trip odometer See Index 14 Push buttons for setting clock See Inde...

Страница 15: ...ttery not being charged properly See Index Exterior lamp failure See Index BAS malfunction See Index ASR malfunction See Index BAS malfunction See Index ESP malfunction See Index ABS malfunction See Index Fasten seat belts See Index SRS SRS malfunction See Index Telescoping steering column not locked See Index Engine malfunction indicator lamp If the lamp comes on when the engine is running it ind...

Страница 16: ...unction Indicator Lamps in the Instrument Cluster FSS indicator distance See Index FSS indicator days See Index 14 Function Indicator Lamp on the Center Console Passenger Airbag automatically switched off See Index ...

Страница 17: ...event damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be re paired promptly Otherwise excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter causing it to overheat which could start a fire Warning As with any vehicle do not idle park or operate this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as...

Страница 18: ...ocedure stops turn electronic key completely to the left and repeat starting the engine After several unsuccessful attempts have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Important Due to the installed starter non repeat feature the electronic key must be turned completely to the left before attempting to start the engine again The battery charge indicator lamp should go ou...

Страница 19: ...esting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby signifi cantly reducing their effective ness It may not be possible to stop the car in sufficient time to avoid an accident The condition of the parking brake system is checked each time the car is in the shop for the required service If the parking bra...

Страница 20: ...r tires to wear down too far As tread depth approaches 1 16 in 1 5 mm the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface condi tions the tire traction varies widely Specified tire pressures must be maintained This applies parti cularly if the tires are subjected to high loads e g high speeds heavy loads high ambient temperatures Warning Do not ...

Страница 21: ...er season for all four wheels to insure normal bal anced handling characteristics On packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance as com pared with summer tires Stopping distance however is still con siderably greater than when the road is not snow or ice covered Tire Speed Rating Your vehicle is factory equipped with H rated tires which have a European speed rating of 130 mph 210 km h An el...

Страница 22: ...after driving is resumed while observing the safety rules in the previous paragraph Warning If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow make sure that snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle with engine running Otherwise deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation open a window slig...

Страница 23: ...r w Airbag Vanity Mirrors Radio Frequency and Deactivation System 48 Interior Lighting Infrared Remote Control 28 Self Test 49 Storage Compartments Mechanical keys 31 Emergency Tensioning and Cupholder Doors 32 Retractor ETR 50 Sliding Pop Up Roof Central Locking Switch 33 Airbags 51 Power Windows Trunk 34 Child Restraint 54 Instrument Lamps Power Windows and Enlarged Cargo Area 56 Display Illumin...

Страница 24: ...n wheel up to open 2 Air volume control for side air outlet To open air outlet Turn wheel to position 3 Center air outlets adjustable 4 Side air outlet adjustable 5 Display and Controls The automatic climate control removes considerable moisture from the air during operation in the cooling mode It is normal for water to drip on the ground through ducts in the underbody Important This vehicle is eq...

Страница 25: ...c Mode Press DS3 for automatic mode Simultaneously press both E la n d C 2 for temperature setting of 72 F 1E F 88AUTO MAX Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically This setting can be used all year around Economy The function of this setting corresponds to the automatic mode However because the air conditioning compressor will not engage fuel savings it is not possible to air condi...

Страница 26: ...inimum turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 12 minutes of operation If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously or the battery is only partially charged it is possible that the defroster will automatically turn itself off When this happens the indicator lamp inside the switch starts blinking As soon as the ba...

Страница 27: ...sidual Engine Heat Utilization With the engine switched off it is possible to continue heating the interior for a short while Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically To select Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 0 or remove electronic key Close air outlet in rear passenger compartment Press E S I button This function selection will not activate if the battery cha...

Страница 28: ...storage compartment locks The mechanical key can be used by sliding it out of the remote control Move lock 3 in direction of arrow and slide the mechanical key 2 right arrow until it locks in place Move lock 3 in direction of arrow and slide the mechanical key 2 left arrow to remove The remote control transmitter is located in the electronic main key holder The infrared receivers are located in th...

Страница 29: ...eering lock The mechanical key 2 works only in the driver s door trunk and storage compartment locks To use the mechanical key 2 remove it from its electronic reserve key 1 Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manu facturing process For security reasons replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Start Lock Out I...

Страница 30: ...rally locked and unlocked Opening and closing the windows and sliding pop up roof can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control Aim transmitter eye 5 at a receiver 6 or 7 and press transmit button With vehicle centrally locked the trunk can also be opened by using the remote control If the electronic key is inserted in steering lock the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with ...

Страница 31: ...the remote control see below for changing mode The vehicle is automatically locked again if within 40 seconds of un locking with the remote control neither door or trunk is opened the electronic key is not inserted in the steering lock or the central locking switch is not activated Locking Press transmit button W once All turn signal lamps blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked N...

Страница 32: ... press transmit button K H after locking car The windows and sliding pop up roof begin to close after approx 1 second To interrupt closing procedure release button Warning Never operate the windows or sliding pop up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure In case the procedure causes potential danger the proce dure can be immediately halted by re...

Страница 33: ...ivate press button 1 again or insert electronic key in steering lock Mechanical Keys The entire vehicle may be locked or unlocked by using either the mechanical key in driver s door or trunk lock or central locking switch located in center console The central locking system also locks or unlocks the fuel filler flap Note If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened refer to Fuel Filler Flap Manual Rel...

Страница 34: ...k Pull lock button up to unlock When you lock the car all door lock buttons should move down If any one stays up the respective door is not properly closed You should then unlock the car open and reclose this door and lock the car again Each individual door can be locked with door lock button the driver s door can only be locked when it is closed If the car has previously been locked from the outs...

Страница 35: ...ic key in steering lock position 2 hold upper portion of switch 1 for a minimum of 5 seconds To deactivate With electronic key in steering lock position 2 hold lower portion of switch 2 for a minimum of 5 seconds With the automatic central locking system activated the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approx 9 mph 15 km h or more The fuel filler flap remains unlocked Notes If doors a...

Страница 36: ...anical key with the vehicle In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be locked and unlocked individually To lock turn mechanical key to position 2 or 3 To unlock and open the trunk lid turn mechanical key to position 1 hold and push to open If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened refer to Fuel Filler Flap Manual Release see Index Important Do not place mechanical key i...

Страница 37: ...ing pop up roof begin to open automatically after approximately 1 second To interrupt the opening procedure turn mechanical key to position 2 Warning Never operate the windows or sliding pop up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the procedure In case the procedure causes potential danger the proce dure can be immediately re versed by turning the mech anical key to the rever...

Страница 38: ...n will sound intermittently when someone opens a door opens the trunk opens the hood The alarm will last approximately 21 2 minutes in the form of blinking exterior lamps At the same time an additional horn will sound inter mittently for 60 seconds pause for 30 seconds and repeat for another 60 seconds The alarm will stay on even if the activating element a door for example is immediately closed N...

Страница 39: ...047 B13A Power Seat The slide switches are located in each front door Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 with a front door open the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0 A Seat fore aft B Seat up down C Seat tilt D Backrest tilt E Head restraint Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approxi mately at ear...

Страница 40: ...rd 213 1 All seat head restraint and rear view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side airb...

Страница 41: ... notch at a time Allow lever to re engage Check for proper engagement before driving Seat Cushion Inclination Adjustment Turn handwheel 3 forward or backward Seat Back Adjustment Turn handwheel 4 Head Restraint Height Raising Pull up on head restraint Lowering Push button 6 and push down on head restraint Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level The head res...

Страница 42: ... The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied with regulators 1 2 and 3 after turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 2 The side bolsters of the backrest can be adjusted with rocker switch 4 press down forward end increase side support press down rearward end decrease side support If the engine is turned off the last cushi...

Страница 43: ... lower half of switch If left on the heater automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of operation Note When in operation the seat heater consumes a large amount of elec trical power It is not advisable to use the seat heater longer than necessary The seat heaters may automatical ly switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time or if the battery charge is low...

Страница 44: ...t to its stop The indicator lamp comes on Adjusting To lengthen or shorten the steering column pull out or push in steering wheel Locking Push handle 1 in until it engages The indicator lamp goes out Important With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 an indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on It should go out when the engine is running If the indicator lamp does not go out aft...

Страница 45: ...y Placing head restraints upright Pull head restraint forward until it locks in position Angle of head restraints The head restraint angle can be adjusted manually Important For safety reasons always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied Keep area around head restraints clear of articles e g clothing to not obstruct the folding operation of th...

Страница 46: ...properly installed Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury will result The back seat is the safest place for children Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the seat manufacturer s in...

Страница 47: ... or killed In the same crash the pos sibility for injury or death is lessened with your seat belt buckled Fastening of Seat Belts 1 Latch plate 2 Buckle 3 Release button 4 Button for belt outlet height adjustment Push latch plate 1 into buckle 2 until it clicks Do not twist the belt A twisted seat belt may cause injury The lap belt should be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not acros...

Страница 48: ... it clicks Do not twist the belt but keep it tight To tighten the belt With the latch plate engaged pull the loose end of the belt To lengthen the belt With the belt unfastened turn the latch plate so that it is a little more than 90 perpendicular to the belt then extend the belt Fasten the belt and tighten as stated above To disengage the belt push red button 3 in the buckle If the center seat is...

Страница 49: ...eat belts do not provide maxi mum protection and may cause serious injuries in case of an accident Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm against your neck or off your shoul der In a crash your body would move too far forward That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen which could severely injure internal organs such...

Страница 50: ... is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and they are not properly secured in the child restraint Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning BabySmart Airbag Deactiv...

Страница 51: ...g lock to position 1 or 2 the S 3 indicator lamp located on center console comes on for approx 6 seconds If the lamp should not come on or is continuously lit the system is not functioning You must see an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer before using any child seat Supplemental Restraint System SRS The term Supplemental Restraint System means that airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts ...

Страница 52: ...mpacts exceeding the first threshold of the SRS They remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body restricting its forward movement as much as possible 50 In cases of other frontal impacts angled impacts roll overs certain side impacts or other accidents without frontal forces the emer gency tensioning retractors will not be activated The driver and...

Страница 53: ...for front airbags and side impacts for side impact airbags The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the in dicator lamp SRS in the instru ment cluster If no fault is detected the lamp will go out after approxi mately 4 seconds after the lamp goes out the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by coming on a...

Страница 54: ... deploys The side impact airbag for the front passenger deploys only if the seat is occupied Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a properly positioned and fastenend seat belt Note Heavy objects on passenger seat can cause the side impact airbag to deploy in a crash Important The SRS airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal or side impacts Only during these types of...

Страница 55: ... rim Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand arm injury when airbag inflates Adjust the front passenger seat rearward as far as possible from the dash board when the seat is occupied Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat which operates with the BabySma...

Страница 56: ...ed Improper work on the sys tem including incorrect installation and removal can lead to possible injury through an uncontrolled activation of the SRS In addition through im proper work there is the risk of rendering the SRS inoperative Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by an autho rized Mercedes Benz dealer When scrapping the airbag unit or emergency tension ing retractor it is man...

Страница 57: ...ated in an infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the seat manufacturer s instructions Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant During an accident they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt Children too big for child re straint systems must ride in back seats using regular...

Страница 58: ...go area Fold down Pull locking handle and fold backrest forward Set up Pull backrest up until it locks in its upright position Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest Note To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk always lock backrest in its upright position Warning Always lock backrest in its up right position when rear seat bench is occupied by passen gers ...

Страница 59: ...e it influences the handling characteristics of the vehicle Notes The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects The enlarged cargo area should only be used for items which do not fit in the trunk alone Warning In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fasten...

Страница 60: ...load on all four rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo Shelf below Rear Window Warning The shelf below the rear win dow should not be used to carry objects This will avoid such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident or sudden maneuver 58 ...

Страница 61: ...leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the ve hicle or with access to an un locked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury A warning sounds when the driver s door is opened with the electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 0 With the engine at idle speed the ch...

Страница 62: ...atically canceled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree 6 Control for windshield wiper washer system Push briefly for a single wipe without adding washer fluid use only when windshield is wet Push past detent point windshield washer system optional headlamp cleaning system only in exterior lamp positions E ia or i a i When the washer system is activated the wipers also operate...

Страница 63: ... the windshield wiper smears the windshield even during rain activate the washer system as often as necessary The fluid in the washer reservoir should be mixed in the correct ratio Blocked Windshield Wiper If the windshield wiper becomes blocked for example due to snow switch off the wiper For safety reasons before re moving ice or snow remove key from steering lock Remove blockage Activate combin...

Страница 64: ...electronic key in steering lock position 2 Note With the electronic key removed and the driver s door open a warn ing sounds if the vehicle s exterior lamps except standing lamps are not switched off 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 Consult your State or Province Motor Vehicle Regulat...

Страница 65: ...st the mirror Use your inside mirror to determine the size and distance of objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror Antiglare Night Position With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity With gear selector lever in position R or with the interior lamp switched on the mirror brightness does not respond to change...

Страница 66: ...ctor lever in position R or with the interior lamp switched on the driver s side mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Notes The exterior mirrors have elec trically heated glass The heater switches on automatically depend ing on outside temperature If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its normal position it must be repositioned by applyinq firm pressu...

Страница 67: ...ff the engine and set the parking brake Otherwise the vehicle might move unintentionally To remove ashtray Push sliding knob 1 toward the right to eject the insert To install ashtray Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage P 8 1 0 0 5 6 B 1 3 Center Console Rear To remove ashtray Push center bar down and pull out the ashtray To install ashtray Install bottom of ashtray push cente...

Страница 68: ...gaged in its inner mounting the lamp can be switched on by opening the cover Lighter Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 Push in lighter 1 it will pop out automatically when hot Warning Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they are extremly hot hold at knob only Note The lighter socket can be used to accomodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W The la...

Страница 69: ...itched on and off soft fade delayed when unlocking or locking the vehicle or when opening or closing a door However there will be no soft fade delay when the electronic key is in steering lock position 2 Press again and interior lamps remain switched off even when centrally unlocking or opening a door Press to switch rear passenger compartment lamp on or off Press to switch reading lamp on 67 O pe...

Страница 70: ...partment under armrest Lift lid with handle 5 To close Lower lid until it engages in lock Cupholder in Center Console To open cover Touch top of cover 6 slightly The cover opens automatically To open cup holder Briefly press button 7 The cup holder opens automatically To store cup holder Push button 7 down until cup holder engages Close cover 6 Caution Keep compartment lids closed This will preven...

Страница 71: ...g to guard against sun rays When sliding the roof open the screen will also retract Warning When closing the sliding pop up roof be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure Notes The sliding pop up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur refer to Emergency Operation in Index The sliding pop up roof can also be closed with the...

Страница 72: ...e point and release win dow opens or closes completely To interrupt procedure briefly press 181 or If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure the window will stop during the last few inches before closure and open slightly When pressing and holding the switch to close the window and upward movement of the window is blocked during the last few inches before closure...

Страница 73: ...emote control while locking the vehicle doors or trunk see Central Locking System in Index Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsuper vised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury Synchronizing Power Windows If the power...

Страница 74: ...tivity To briefly illuminate the display with electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0 or 1 press button O h or m Trip Odometer To reset Press button 0 once and hold with display illuminated Press button 0 twice and hold with display not illuminated i0 P 5 4 0252 B13A Clock Adjusting clock display illuminated Press button m or h briefly The display flashes to indicate that the clock c...

Страница 75: ... trunk lid open With vehicle centrally locked the trunk can also be opened by using the remote control Press button The trunk lid cannot be released by the switch when previously locked separately with the mechanical key To open refer to Trunk separately locked in Index Notes Garage Door Opener 1 Remote control transmitter located on driver side sun visor 2 Portable remote control transmitter The ...

Страница 76: ...y erased If you are reprogram ming a previously used button the light will flash after about 20 seconds 3 Hold end opposite to battery of portable remote control against the sun visor transmitter to be programmed While still holding down the button on the trans mitter on the sun visor press down the button on your port able remote control until the sun visor remote control light starts to flash ra...

Страница 77: ...i sack 6 Wrap strap around ski sack and armrest 4 7 Close clasp arrow up and pull strap 5 tight arrow down Place unfolded cover 2 on top of ski sack Warning The ski sack is designed for up to two pairs of skis Do not load the ski sack with other objects Always fasten the ski sack securely In an accident an unfastened ski sack can cause injury to vehicle occupants 8 Connect snap hook 6 of front str...

Страница 78: ...4 Fold sides of cover 2 together Folding 1 Close flap in trunk 2 Disconnect clasp by pressing tabs arrows together 3 Disconnect snap hook 6 from eye 7 5 Fold and flatten ski sack lengthwise 76 ...

Страница 79: ...trap with snap hook 8 Place rear strap in fold of ski around ski sack sack 7 Fold back the reinforced ski sack tip 8 then continue to roll up the ski sack tightly 9 Place folded ski sack inside recess of backrest 77 Operation ...

Страница 80: ...th Note To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk always close the pass through The vehicle is prepared for the installation of a cellular telephone For further information and instal lation contact your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Warning Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving a vehicle Whether or not prohibited by law for safety re...

Страница 81: ...89 Coolant Temperature Gauge 89 Low Engine Coolant Level Warning Lamp 90 Low Windshield and Headlamp Washer System Fluid Level Warning Lamp 90 Driving Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Lamp 91 Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp 91 Brake Warning Lamp 91 Flexible Service System FSS 92 Antilock Brake System ABS 94 Brake Assist System BAS 95 Acceleration Slip Regulation ASR 96 Electronic Stability Program ES...

Страница 82: ...t place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached When starting off on a slippery surface do not allow one drive wheel to spin for an extended period Parking Brake To engage firmly depress parking brake pedal When the electronic key is in steering lock position 2 the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should come on brightly To release the parking brake pul...

Страница 83: ... creep ing when the selector lever is in drive or reverse position Important After selecting any driving position from N or P wait a moment to allow the gear to fully engage before accelerating especially when the engine is cold Warning It is dangerous to shift the se lector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the car coul...

Страница 84: ...st when the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads see Winter driving Instructions in Index Important Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reason with se lector lever in N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty D The transmission automatically upshifts to 5th gear Position D provides optimum driving characteristics under all ...

Страница 85: ...r to obtain braking action This could result in rear wheel slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control Maneuvering To maneuver in tight areas e g when pulling into a parking space control the car speed by gradually releasing the brakes Accelerate gently and never abruptly step on the accelerator To rock a car out of soft ground mud or snow alte...

Страница 86: ...the S program mode Caution Never change the program mode when the selector lever is out of position P It could result in a change of driving characteristics for which you may not be prepared Emergency Operation Limp Home Mode If vehicle acceleration worsens or the transmission no longer shifts the transmission is most likely operating in Limp Home Mode which engages when there is a malfunction at ...

Страница 87: ... posi tion 1 or 2 until the desired speed is reached or briefly tip the lever in the appropriate direction for increases or decreases in 0 6 mph 1 km h increments When the lever is released the newly set speed remains 3 Canceling To cancel the cruise control briefly push lever to position 3 When you step on the brake or the vehicle speed drops below approx 22 mph 35 km h for example when driving u...

Страница 88: ...oving gear selector lever to position N switches the cruise control off Warning Only use the cruise control if the traffic and weather con ditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed The use of cruise control can be dangerous on wind ing roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a steady speed The use of cruise control can be dangerous on slip pery roads R...

Страница 89: ...p With the electronic key in steering lock position 2 the oil level warning lamp comes on It should go out immediately when the engine is running If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine or comes on with the engine running and at operating temperature the engine oil level has dropped to approxi mately the minimum mark on the dipstick When this occurs the warning lamp will firs...

Страница 90: ...s when the fuel cap is not closed or the fuel system has a leak Retighten cap and see if lamp goes out If the warning lamp continues to blink after closing the fuel cap correctly have the fuel system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer as soon as possible Tachometer Red marking on tachometer Excessive engine speed Avoid this engine speed as it may result in serious engine damage that i...

Страница 91: ...ating con ditions and stop and go city traffic the coolant temperature may rise close to the red marking The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature in the red zone Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Warning The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an Ice Warning Device and is therefore un suit...

Страница 92: ... Note Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system The engine will overheat causing major engine damage Monitor the coolant temperature gauge while driving Warning Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze con tains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into con tact with hot engine parts You can be seriously burned Low Windshield and Headlamp Washer System Fluid Level Warn...

Страница 93: ...ing If the indicator lamp lights up during braking this indicates that the brake pads are worn down Have the brake system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer as soon as possible Brake Warning Lamp With the electronic key in steering lock positon 2 the brake warning lamp will come on It should go out when the engine is running The brake warning lamp will come on when there is insufficie...

Страница 94: ...e message is displayed for approx 10 seconds when turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 2 or it can be canceled manually by pressing button 0 Once the suggested term has passed the message plus symbol 3 or E 3 preceded by a minus symbol blinks when turning the electronic key to position 2 The FSS display can also be called up for approx 10 seconds with display illuminated by pres...

Страница 95: ...vehicle battery for one or more days at a time such days will not be counted Any such days not counted by the FSS can be added by your Mercedes Benz dealer The interval between services is determined by the kind of vehicle operation Driving at extreme speeds and cold starts combined with short distance driving in which the engine does not reach normal operating temperature reduce the interval betw...

Страница 96: ...ls below 10 volts the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the ABS is operational With the ABS malfunctioning the ASR or ESP if vehicle so equipped are also switched off Both malfunction indicator lamps come on with the engine running If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp does not...

Страница 97: ...he system you must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated The indicator lamps for the ASR and ESP are combined with the BAS indicator lamp The BAS ASR or BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster come on with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 and shou...

Страница 98: ...BAS The yellow BAS ASR malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and the yellow ASR warn ing lamp in the speedometer dial come on with the electronic key in steering lock position 2 They should go out with the engine running If the BAS ASR malfunction indi cator lamp comes on with the en gine running a malfunction has been detected in either system Pressing the accelerator pedal will re...

Страница 99: ... drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin the brake is applied until the wheel regains sufficient traction The traction control engages at vehicle speeds up to approximately 24 mph 40 km h and switches off at 50 mph 80 km h Note Avoid spinning of one drive wheel Doing so may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The ASR warning lamp...

Страница 100: ...osition 2 They should go out with the engine running If the BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp comes on perma nently with the engine running a malfunction has been detected in either system Pressing the accel erator pedal will require greater effort Only partial engine output will be available If the BAS malfunctions the brake system functions in the usual manner but without BAS Have the BAS or ES...

Страница 101: ...drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin the brake is applied until the wheel regains sufficient traction The traction control engages at vehicle speeds up to approximately 24 mph 40 km h and switches off at 50 mph 80 km h Note Avoid spinning of one drive wheel Doing so may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The ESP warning lamp ...

Страница 102: ...properly venti lated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the ve hicle while driving have the cause determined and cor rected immediately If you must drive under these condi tions drive only with at least one window fully open On Board Diagnostic System The Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection SFI control module monitors emission control components that either provide input signals to o...

Страница 103: ...ximum effectiveness of the acceleration slip regulation or of the electronic traction system can only be achieved with M S radial ply tires and or snow chains recommended by Mercedes Benz Snow chains maximize performance Snow Chains Use only snow chains that are tested and recommended by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer will be glad to advise you on this subject Chains should onl...

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Страница 105: ...hanging Wheels 112 Tire Inflation Pressure 115 Exterior Lamps 116 Battery 123 Fuses 124 Practical Hints Jump Starting 125 Towing the Vehicle 126 Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle 128 Electronic Main Key Remote Control 132 Front Head Restraints 134 Rear Seat Cushion 135 Emergency Operation of Sliding Pop Up Roof 135 Replacing Wiper Blade Inserts 136 Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap 137 Roof Rack 1...

Страница 106: ...at closing procedure Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving When closing hood use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components ignition coils s...

Страница 107: ...ns Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gauge indicates that the coolant is overheated Do not remove pressure cap on coolant reservoir if engine temperature is above 194 F 90 C Allow engine to cool down before removing cap The coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and is under pressure Usin...

Страница 108: ...an prior to checking the engine oil level Fully insert dipstick in tube and remove after three seconds to obtain accurate reading Oil level must be between the lower min and upper max mark of the dipstick Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level is approximately 2 1 US qt 2 0 I Do not overfill the engine Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned It could cause damage to engine ...

Страница 109: ...ed Warranty The symbol E 9 flashes in the odometer field if a proper oil level check cannot be performed The oil level check can be repeated after a short while Perform the oil level check with the dipstick if it cannot be completed via the odometer display field We recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes Benz dealer Automatic Transmission Fluid Level The transmission has a perman...

Страница 110: ...le battery from being discharged When the trunk lid is closed the switch will reset and turn on the lamp next time the lid is opened Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing things Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear windo...

Страница 111: ...e tools 5 Tab Lift trunk floor and engage handle in upper edge of the trunk To remove spare tire Turn luggage bowl counterclock wise and remove To store spare tire Place spare tire in wheel well and secure it with luggage bowl Turn luggage bowl clockwise to its stop The tab must point toward front of vehicle Note Always lower trunk floor before closing trunk lid 109 Practical Hints ...

Страница 112: ...king brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is raised Be certain that the jack is always vertical when in use especially on hills Always try to use the jack on level sur face Be sure that the jack arm is fully inserted in the jack tube Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before working under the vehicle Whee...

Страница 113: ...be rotated according to the degree of tire wear while retaining the same direction of travel Rotating however should be carried out at the scheduled service intervals before the characteristic tire wear pattern shoulder wear on front wheels and tread center wear on rear wheels becomes visible as otherwise the driving properties deteriorate Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on ...

Страница 114: ...evel sur face Be sure that the jack arm is fully inserted in the jack tube Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before working under the vehicle Changing Wheels Move vehicle to a level area which is a safe distance from the road way 1 Set parking brake and turn on hazard warning flasher 2 Move selector lever to position P and turn off engine 3 Prevent vehicle from rolling a...

Страница 115: ...p the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the ground Never start engine while vehicle is raised 8 Unscrew upper most wheel bolt and install alignment bolt 1 supplied in the tool kit Remove the remaining bolts Keep bolt threads protected from dirt and sand 9 Remove wheel Grip wheel from the sides Keep hands from beneath the wheels 10 Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub Install spare wheel...

Страница 116: ...hub threads should be repaired immediately Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off This could cause an accident Be sure to use the correct mounting bolts 114 12 Using the wrench tighten the five bolts evenly following the sequence illustrated above until all bolts are tight Observe a tightening torque of 80 ft lb 110 Nm 13 Correct tire pressu...

Страница 117: ...emperature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed Tire pressure should therefore only be corrected on cold tires Correct tire pressure in warm tires only if pressure has dropped below the pressure listed in the table and the respective operating conditions are taken into consideration An underinflated tire due to a slow leak e g due to a nail in the tire may cause damage such as tread separa...

Страница 118: ...fog lamp and level for vertical adjustment 2 Latch for cover 1 3 Cover for high beam headlamp bulb 4 Clamp for cover 3 5 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw P82 10 0418 20 6 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 7 Scale for horizonzal adjustment 8 Electrical connector for low beam headlamp bulb Xenon lamp optional ignition module for low beam 9 Electrical connector for fog lamp bulb 10 Electrical co...

Страница 119: ...roperly in cutouts of bulb socket and mount clamping ring Reinstall and push electrical connector on securely Reinstall bottom end of cover 1 and push against top end of cover until properly seated Check lamp for proper operation Xenon optional Bulb for Low Beam Warning Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components We recommend tha...

Страница 120: ... counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket Reinstall lamp assembly by sliding tabs 3 into guides 4 until properly seated 1 Latch for turn signal parking side marker and standing lamp assembly 2 Bulb socket for turn signal parking side marker and standing lamp 3 Tab 4 Guide 118 ...

Страница 121: ...ne of the vehicle must be at a 90 4 angle to the test screen 2 Using a T square and a carpenter s level align and mark 5 a vertical centerline 8 on the test screen using the outer reference point low beam found on each headlamp lens As a check the distance between centerlines should be 47 1 4 inches 1198 mm Move vehicle on the level surface 25 feet 7 6 m straight back from the wall Open hood depre...

Страница 122: ... headlamps low beam illuminate the test screen as shown The vertex of the angle formed in each beam image should align with the vertical centerline 8 of each lamp The left and right headlamps must be adjusted individually 7 The indicator 6 in the sight glass should align with the 0 mark after any horizontal adjustment If it does not slide the 0 mark on the scale 7 until it aligns with the indicato...

Страница 123: ...ately 25 feet 7 6 m from a vertical test screen or wall The centerline of the vehicle must be at a 90 angle to the test screen 2 low beams on Using a T square and a carpenter s level align and mark a vertical centerline 8 on the test screen using the vertex of the angle formed in each beam image As a check the distance between centerlines should be 471 4 inches 1198 mm Turn adjusting screws 1 and ...

Страница 124: ...anding lamp 5 W 4 cp bulb 5 Passenger side Tail and parking lamp 21 4 W bulb Driver s side Tail parking and rear fog lamp 21 4 bulb 122 To replace bulbs From inside trunk open locks and swing open lamp cover Turn locking lever on lamp to horizontal position and remove bulb carrier Push down on bulb to be changed twist counterclockwise and remove ...

Страница 125: ... than approximately 200 miles 300 km per month mostly for short distance trips or if it is not used for long periods of time Only charge a battery with a battery charger after the battery has been disconnected from the vehicle electrical circuit Always disconnect the battery negative lead first and connect last When removing and connecting the battery always make sure that all electrical consumers...

Страница 126: ...runk 3 Auxiliary fuse in trunk To gain access to the main fuse box release clamp 1 lift the fuse box cover up and remove it A special fuse puller comes with the vehicle tools Always use a new fuse for replacement Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse 4 Auxiliary fuse in engine compartment After replacing a blown fuse close fuse box cover To close the main fuse box engage cover at the rear...

Страница 127: ...n the vehicle with the charged battery so that the jumper cables will reach but never let the vehicles touch Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation 2 On both vehicles Turn off engine and all lights and accessories except hazard warning flashers or work lights Apply parking brake and shift selector lever to position P Important 3 Clamp one end of the first jum per cable...

Страница 128: ...el Cover removal Insert finger in recess on left end of cover and pull cover out Cover installation Engage cover at top right and press cover in securely We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment This method is pre ferable to other types of towing The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position N for distances up to 30 miles 50 ...

Страница 129: ...manner only the selected turn signal will operate Upon canceling the turn signal the hazard warning flasher will operate again Caution Vehicles with Acceleration Slip Regulation ASR If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised the engine must be shut off key in steering lock position 0 or 1 Otherwise the ASR will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes Caution Vehicles wi...

Страница 130: ...e repaired as soon as possible to prevent the start of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the car A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbody followed by a thorough inspection Damaged areas need to be reundercoated Your vehicle has been treated at the factory with a wax base rust proofing in the body cavities which will last for the lifetime of the vehicle ...

Страница 131: ...n the finish If the vehicle has been run through an automatic car wash in particu lar one of the older installations rewipe the recessed sections in the taillamps designed to prevent soiling if necessary No solvents fuels thinners etc must be used In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible When washing the underbody do not forget to clean the inner sides of the whe...

Страница 132: ...e fabrics as a washing solution Wipe with a cloth moistened in lukewarm solution Do not use scouring agents Steering Wheel and Gear Selector Lever Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring e g when wet etc may cause the upholstery to become perm...

Страница 133: ...f the hood is still hot Use the appropriate MB Touch Up Stick for quick and provisional repairs of minor paint damage i e chips from stones car doors etc Light Alloy Wheels Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels If possible clean wheels once a week with Mercedes Benz ap proved Wheel Care using a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water...

Страница 134: ...tteries are in order Change batteries if the function control lamp does not come on P80 30 0453 20 Changing Batteries Move lock 1 in direction of right arrow and slide out mechanical key 2 left arrow P80 30 0454 20 Insert mechanical key 2 in side opening 3 Press briefly do not use key as lever to release battery compartment Remove mechanical key Lift battery compartment 4 slightly in direction of ...

Страница 135: ...n harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batte ries is the preferred method of dis posal For disposal please follow manufacturer s recommendation on battery package Replacement battery Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent The remote control may have to be resynchronized if the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked To synchronize insert electronic key in steering lock The remote c...

Страница 136: ...d Head Restraints Rear in Index Power seats Removal Push button 1 up to bring the head restraint to its highest position Pull out head restraint completely with both hands Installation Push button 1 up for approxi mately 5 seconds Insert head restraint and push it down to the stop Adjust head restraint see Index Manual seat Removal Pull head restraint up to the stop Push button 1 and pull head res...

Страница 137: ... again to prevent personal injury Emergency Operation of Sliding Pop Up Roof The sliding pop up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur The sliding pop up roof drive is located behind the lens of the left interior lamp between the sun visors 1 Pry off lens 1 by using a screw driver 2 Obtain crank 2 supplied with vehicle and insert it through hole To slide the r...

Страница 138: ...n Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed An improperly installed blade may cause windshield damage Removal Fold wiper arm forward Press safety tab down 1 push wiper blade downward 2 and remove Place wiper blade on firm support Slide direction of arrow the wiper blade insert out of the retainer claws Installation Slide direction of arrow wiper blade insert into retainer claws until...

Страница 139: ... right side trunk panel and felt pad In case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap pull the manual release knob while simultaneously opening the fuel filler flap Roof Rack Use only those roof racks approved by Mercedes Benz to avoid damage to the vehicle Follow manufacturer s installation instructions Mount supports only between markings on border of roof which are visib...

Страница 140: ...ork In addition strategically located parts distribu tion centers provide quick and reliable parts service More than 300 000 different spare parts even for older models are available Mercedes Benz original spare parts are subjected to the most stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically devel oped manufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes Benz vehicles Therefore Merced...

Страница 141: ...230 142 C 280 144 Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc 146 Capacities 146 Engine Oils 148 Engine Oil Additives 148 Air Conditioner Refrigerant 148 Brake Fluid 148 Premium Unleaded Gasoline 149 Fuel Requirements 149 Gasoline Additives 149 Coolants 150 Consumer Information 151 Problems with your Vehicle 152 Reporting Safety Defects 153 Service and Literature 159 ...

Страница 142: ...ne numbers 1 Certification Label 2 Vehicle Identification No 3 Identification Label lower edge of windshield 4 Engine No C 230 rear left C 280 rear right 5 Body No and Paintwork No 6 Emission Control Label 7 Information Label California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system 140 ...

Страница 143: ...nty Information booklet and your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer will exchange or repair any defective parts in accordance with the terms of the following warranties 1 New vehicle limited warranty 2 Emission systems warranty 3 Emission performance warranty 4 California emission control systems warranty Loss of Owner s Service and Warranty Information Booklet Should you lose your Owner s Service an...

Страница 144: ...imum engine speed 6000 rpm Firing order 1 3 4 2 Poly V belt 2155 mm 142 Rims Tires Rims light alloy rims 7J x 15 H 2 Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm All season tires Radial ply tires 205 60 R 15 91 H Winter tires Radial ply tires 205 60 R 15 91 T M S Model C 230 Canada only Rims steel rims 6 1 2J x 15 H 2 Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm All season tires Radial ply tires 195 65 R 15 91 H Winter tires Radial ...

Страница 145: ... gap 0 032 in 0 8 mm Tightening torque 1 5 2 2 ft lb 2 0 3 0 Nm Weights See certification tag Roof load max __________ 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length 177 4 in 4507 mm Overall vehicle width 67 7 in 1720 mm Overall height 56 1 in 1424 mm Wheel base 105 9 in 2690 mm Track front 59 0 in 1499 mm Track rear 57 6 in 1464 mm 143 Technical Data ...

Страница 146: ...ine speed 6000 rpm Firing order 1 4 3 6 2 5 Poly V belt 2390 mm 144 Rims Tires Rims light alloy rims 7 J x 15 H 2 Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm All season tires Radial ply tires 205 60 R 15 91 H Winter tires Radial ply tires 205 60 R 15 91 T M S Electrical System Generator alternator 14 V 90 A Starter motor 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12V 100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 8 DPER Electrode gap 0 032 in 0 8 mm Tighte...

Страница 147: ...oad max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length 177 4 in 4507 mm Overall vehicle width 67 7 in 1720 mm Overall height 56 1 in 1424 mm Wheel base 105 9 in 2690 mm Track front 59 0 in 1499 mm Track rear 57 6 in 1464 mm ...

Страница 148: ...els coolants lubricants etc Engine with oil filter C 230 6 5 US qt 6 2 I C 280 8 5 US qt 8 0 I Recommended engine oils Automatic transmission 7 9 US qt 7 5 I Automatic transmission fluid Rear axle 1 2 US qt 1 1 I Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 85 W 90 Power steering approx 1 1 US qt 1 0 I MB Power steering fluid Front wheel hubs approx 2 1 oz 60 g each High temperature roller bearing grease Accelerator co...

Страница 149: ... I approx 2 1 US gal 8 0 I Premium unleaded gasoline Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Air conditioner system R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant Never R 12 1 Use MB W indshield W asher Concentrate S and water for tem peratures above freezing or MB W indshield W asher Concentrate S and com m ercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze for tem peratures below freez...

Страница 150: ...es Benz Limited Warranty Brake Fluid During vehicle operation the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere Linder extremely hard operating conditions this moisture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system thus reduc ing the system s efficiency The brake fluid must therefore be replaced every two years prefer a...

Страница 151: ...of any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10 MTBE not to exceed 15 The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3 plus addi tional cosolvents Using mixtures of Ethanol and Methanol is not allowed Gasohol which contains 10 Ethanol and 90 unleaded gasoline can be used These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements such as resistance to spark knock boiling range vapor p...

Страница 152: ...g it up to the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water If you are not sure about the water quality consult your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Anticorrosion antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts The use of alu minum components in motor veh...

Страница 153: ...top on wet pavement as meas ured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure...

Страница 154: ...em diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the dealership management or if necessary contact us at the following addresses In the U S A Customer Assistance Center Mercedes Benz of North America Inc One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07645 0350 In Canada Customer Relations Department Mercedes Benz Canada Inc 849 Eglinton Aven...

Страница 155: ...ition to notifying Mercedes Benz of North America Inc If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mercedes Benz of North America Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Saf...

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Страница 157: ...Index ...

Страница 158: ...tor lamp 16 87 Brake assist system 95 Brake fluid 1 7 9 1 1 2 8 1 4 6 1 4 8 Brake pads worn Brake pad wear indicator lamp 91 Brake warning lamp Brake fluid low 91 Brake warning lamp test 91 Brakes 1 7 1 8 8 0 8 2 8 3 8 6 9 5 9 6 98 127 Capacities Fuels coolants lubricants etc 146 Cargo area 56 Catalytic converter 15 Cellular telephone 78 Central locking switch 33 Central locking system 28 Check re...

Страница 159: ...remium unleaded gasoline 15 147 149 Fuel cap placement warning lamp 88 Fuel filler flap manual release 137 Fuel reserve warning lamp 88 Fuses 124 Garage door opener 73 Head restraints front 37 39 Head restraints rear 43 Head restraints removal 134 Headlights 62 Heated seats 41 Hood 104 Identification plates 140 Indicator lamp symbols 13 Instrument cluster 12 Instrument lamps 72 Interior lighting 6...

Страница 160: ...109 Special Settings 24 SRS malfunction 51 Start lockout 27 Starting and turning off the engine 16 Steering column telescoping adjusting 42 Steering lock 59 Storage compartments 68 Stowing things in the vehicle 108 Sun visors 66 Supplemental restraint system SRS 44 49 Tachometer 88 Technical data 142 Tire inflation pressure 115 Tires 1 7 1 9 9 5 9 9 101 1 1 0 111 115 142 144 151 Towing the vehicle...

Страница 161: ...r authorized Mercedes Benz dealer We consider this to be the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle 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 or materials may damage the vehicle or its equip ment which may in turn result in personal in...

Страница 162: ...eased then remove cap Failure to remove slowly could result in personal injury 2 Tire Inflation Pressure Check at least every two weeks For details see Index 3 Coolant Level See Adding coolant in Index 4 Windshield Washer System Headlamp Cleaning System For refilling reservoir see Index 5 Engine Oil Level See Index 6 Brake Fluid See Index Vehicle Lighting Check function and cleanliness For replace...

Страница 163: ...g level 2 1 US qt 2 0 I Recommended engine oils see Index Spark Plugs Approved spark plugs refer to Technical Data Coolant For normal replenishing use water potable water quality For further information e g anticorrosion antifreeze refer to Index Bulbs High beam H1 55 W low beam H7 55 W low beam Xenon optional fog lamps H1 55 W turn signal lamps parking and standing lamps front 2357 NA 28 5 8 3 W ...

Страница 164: ...202 584 7 3 9 6 Order No 6515 0029 1 3 USA Edition A 1998 ...

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