2006 Mercedes-benz C Class 4matic Owners Manual

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Multifunction display messages ABS 360 Brake fluid 370 Brake lamps 377 Brake pads 370 Coolant 371, 372, 373 Cruise control 374 Display 374 Door 374 Engine coolant 371, 372, 373 Engine oil 375 ESP® 361, 362 Fog lamps 377, 379 Front passenger front air bag 364, 367 Fuel cap 352, 376 Headlamps 378, 379 Hood 376 Key, SmartKey 376 Lamps, exterior 377–380 Parking brake 370 Parking lamp 379 Seat belt system 381 SRS 363 Steering gear oil 381 Tele Aid* 382 Telephone* 382 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 382 Trunk 382 Turn signals 380 Windshield washer fluid 382 Multifunction steering wheel 26, 131, 452 Button operation 131 Navigation system* 138 See separate COMAND* operating instructions Net, parcel 258 Neutral gear position, Automatic transmission* 162 Neutral gear position, Manual transmission 161 New vehicle break-in 282 Night security illumination 121 Setting 151 Normal occupant weight 332 Number, vehicle identification (VIN) 428 Occupant Classification System see OCS Occupant distribution 332 Occupant safety 62 Air bags 63 Children and air bags 64 Children in the vehicle 74 Fastening the seat belt 45 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 80, 356 Infant and child restraint systems 74 LATCH-type child seat anchors 83 OCS 77 Seat belts 45, 66 OCS 77, 452 Self-test 81 Odometer 130 Oil level see Engine oil level, Checking oil level Oil see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting (Automatic transmission*) 168 Canceling gear range limit 169 Downshifting 169 Upshifting 169 465 Index Operating safety 199 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 344 Outside temperature see Displays Overhead control panel 29 Overspeed range, engine 452 Paintwork, Cleaning 342 Panic alarm* 86 Parcel net In front passenger footwell 258 Parking 57, 285 Parking brake 50, 58 Engaging 58 Message in display 370 Releasing 50 Parking lamps Messages in display 379 Replacing bulbs 398 Parking position* Exterior rear view mirrors 117, 154, 172 Parts service 426 466 Passenger compartment 290 Interior lighting 125 Interior rear view mirror 43 Main fuse box in 422 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 258 Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 283 Phone* see Telephone* Plastic and rubber parts, Cleaning and care of 346 Poly-V-belt drive 452 Layout 429 Positions (memory function*) see Seats Power assistance 283 Power outlet in rear passenger compartment 263 Power seat* see Seats, Power* 38 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 244 Messages in display 382 Opening/closing 244 Opening/closing in an emergency 393 Opening/closing, SmartKey 243 Stopping 246 Synchronizing 246 Power train 452 Power washer 342 Power windows 240 Cleaning 345 Opening/closing 240 Rear door window, Blocking operation 85 Stopping 242 Synchronizing 242 Practical hints 350 Premium unleaded gasoline 443 Problems While driving 56 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Production options weight 333 Program mode 130 Program mode selector switch 452 Automatic shift program, automatic transmission* 167 PSI 333 Push starting 415 Index Radio Operation 202, 207 Selecting stations (Control system) 136 Radio transmitters 291 Range (distance to empty) 156 Reading lamp 125 Rear bench seat, foldable* 253 Rear door window Blocking operation 85 Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear outer seats Adjusting head restraint height 110 Rear passenger compartment Adjustable air vents 184, 197 Rear seat ashtray see Ashtray Rear seat head restraints see Head restraints Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 175 Rear window sunshade* 174 Recommended tire inflation pressure 333 Recovery services, Stolen vehicle Reset button, In the instrument (Tele Aid*) 273 Refrigerant, Air conditioning 442 Refueling 294 Regular checks 295 Remote control, SmartKey 98 Remote door unlock (Tele Aid*) 272 Replacing bulbs Additional turn signal lamps 403 Backup lamp 404 Brake lamps 404 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 398 Fog lamps 404 Headlamps 398, 400, 402 High beam headlamps 398, 400 License plate lamps 404 Low beam headlamps 400 Parking lamps 401, 403, 404 Side marker lamps 403 Standing lamps 401, 403 Tail lamps 399, 404 Turn signal lamps 401, 403, 404 Reporting safety defects 18 Research Octane Number see RON cluster 127, 141 Reset tool Location 394 Residual heat utilization 197 Residual ventilation 197 Restraint system see Children in the vehicle see Infant and child restraint systems see SRS Restraint system see Infant and child restraint systems Reverse gear position, Automatic transmission* 49 Reverse gear position, Manual transmission 48 Rims 333, 432 Roadside Assistance 12 RON 453 Roof rack* 250 Rubber parts, Cleaning 346 Run Flat Indicator* (Canada only) 317 467 Index Safety Driving safety systems 87 Occupant 62 Reporting defects 18 Safety belts see Seat belts Satellite radio* 211 Seat belt force limiter 72 Seat belts 69 Children in the vehicle 74 Cleaning 347 Fastening 45 Height adjustment 47 Message in display 381 Proper use of 47, 70 Safety guidelines 66 Telltale 25, 381 Seat heating* 114 Seating capacity 309 Seats, 35, 109 Heating* 113, 114 Lumbar support* 112 Manual 36, 109 Memory function* (Power seats*) 115 468 Multicontour seat* (Canada only) 113 Power* 38, 109 Rear bench seat* 253 Securing cargo 256 Selector lever see gear selector lever Self-test OCS 81 Tele Aid* 266 Service and Warranty Booklet Loss of 427 Service and warranty information 10 Service intervals see Maintenance service indicator 338 Service life (tires) 305 Service see Maintenance Service system see FSS (Canada vehicles) or Mainte- nance System (U.S. vehicles) 338 Service System see FSS Service, Parts 426 Settings Control system menus and submenus 133, 134 Date 147, 148 Factory, SmartKey 100 Individual, SmartKey 100 Individual, Vehicle 140 Lighting (control system) 149 Memory function* 115 Menus and submenus 132 Resetting all (control system) 140 Selective, SmartKey 100 Time 145, 146 Shelf below rear window, cleaning 347 Shift lever position indicator 130, 163 Shift lock 453 Shift program mode, Automatic transmission* 130 Shifting Automatic transmission* 49, 162 Into optimal gear range (automatic transmission*) 169 Into reverse (manual transmission) 161 Manual transmission 48, 161 Side impact air bags (front and rear*) 68 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses 344 Messages in display 377 Replacing bulbs 403 Side windows see Power windows Index Sidewall 333 Ski sack* (Canada only) 250, 252, 253 SmartKey see Key, SmartKey Snow chains 337 Sound system* 204 Spare fuses 421 Spare wheel 436 Bolts 388 Mounting 406 Speed settings Cruise control 249 Speedometer 25, 143 Split rear bench seat* 253 SRS 70, 453 Indicator lamp 25, 355 Message in display 363 Standing lamps Replacing bulbs 398, 399 Standing water, Driving through 290 Starter switch 23, 33 Positions 33 Starting difficulties, Engine 50 Steering column 40, 41 Easy entry/exit feature* 42 Steering gear oil Message in display 381 Steering wheel 40 Buttons 26 Cleaning 347 Electrical adjustment* 41 Manual adjustment 40 Stolen vehicle Recovery services 273 Storage compartments Armrest 258 Cup holder 259 Glove box 257 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 258 Storing (memory function*) Positions into memory 116 Storing tires 306 Submenus see Control system submenus Substitute lamps Bulbs 397 Summer opening feature 243 Sun visors 173 Sunshade* 174 Supplemental Restraint System see SRS Symbols used in this operator’s manual 15 Tachometer 25, 129 Overspeed range 129 Tail lamps Cleaning 344 Messages in display 379 Replacing bulbs 399, 403 Tar stains 342 Technical data Air conditioning refrigerant 442 Brake fluid 442 Coolant 440, 441, 444 Electrical system 437 Engine 430 Engine oil additives 442 Engine oils 442 Fuel requirements 444 Fuels 440, 441 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc 440 Gasoline additives 443 Lubricants 440 Premium unleaded gasoline 443 Rims and tires 432 Weights 439 469 Index Windshield washer 441 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system 441, 448 Tele Aid* 265, 271, 453 Emergency calls 267 Hands-free microphone 29 Information 270 Initiating an emergency call manually 268 Message in display 382 Remote door unlock 272 Roadside Assistance 268 SOS button 268 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 273 System self-check 266 Telematics* 454 Telephone* 26, 264 Answering/ending a call 158 Hands-free microphone 29 Message in display 382 Operation 157, 225 Phone book 158 Redialing 159 470 Temperature Display mode 135 Interior temperature 180 Temperature,Tires 315 Tether attachment points, see Children in the vehicle Tie-down rings*, Trunk 256 Tightening torque, Wheel bolts 410, 454 Tilt/sliding sunroof* see Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Time 145 TIN 333 Tire and Loading Information Placard 308 Tire and loading Information Terminology 331 Tires 304, 432 Air pressure 331 Care and maintenance 305 Chains 337 Cleaning 306, 342 Direction of rotation 307 Driving instructions 286 Important notes, Tire inflation pressure 315 Inflation pressure 296, 314, 316 Information Placard 308 Inspection 305 Load rating 333 MOExtended system* (Canada only) 320, 411 Ply composition and material used 333 Problems under-/overinflation 319 Retreads 304 Rims and tires 432 Rotating 335 Run Flat Indicator* (Canada only) 317 Service life 305 Sizes 432 Speed rating 288, 323, 333 Temperature 315, 330 Terminology 331 Tire Identification Number see TIN Traction 287 Tread 334 Tread depth 306, 336 Treadwear indicators 334 Vehicle maximum load on 334 Wear pattern 335 Winter 336 Index Tools 383 Top tether, see Children in the vehicle Tow-away alarm* 95 Towing eye bolt 420 Towing the vehicle 417 Traction 168, 334 Transmission gear selector lever see Gear selector lever Transmission see Automatic* or Manual Turn signal lamps Messages in display 380 Replacing bulbs 398, 399 Turn signals 53 Additional in mirrors 398 Bulbs 398, 399 Cleaning lenses 344 Indicator lamps 25 Turning off engine 59 transmission Traveling abroad 290 Tread 334 Tread depth 306, 336 Treadwear indicators 334 Trip computer 155 Trip odometer 128 Trunk Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 334 Units, Setting Speedometer 143 Upholstery, Cleaning 348 Useful features 257 Closing the lid 104 Fuse box 423 Lamp 126 Message in display 382 Opening 102, 103, 104 Tie-down rings 256 Trunk emergency release 105 Unlocking in an emergency 105 Vacuum line routing diagram label 428 Valet locking 106 Vehicle Battery 412 Breaking-in the vehicle 282 Care 341 Dimensions 438 Individual settings 140, 142 Locking/unlocking 108 Locking/unlocking in an emergency 389, 390 Lowering 410 Modifications and alterations, Operating safety 16 Towing 417 Washing 342, 343 Weights 439 Vehicle capacity weight 334 Vehicle Identification Number see VIN Vehicle jack 385 Vehicle lighting 296 Vehicle loading Cargo tie-down rings* 256 Instructions 255, 307 Load limit 439 Roof rack* 250 Split rear bench seat* 253 Terminology 331 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 334 Vehicle recovery services, Stolen (Tele Aid*) 265 Vehicle status message memory 138 471 Wiper blades Cleaning 345 Replacing 405 Wood trims, Cleaning 348 Xenon headlamps* see Headlamps Index Vehicle tool kit 383 VIN 428, 454 Voice control system*, Hands-free microphone 29 see separate operating instructions Warning lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Warning sounds Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt 71 Parking brake 51 Seat belt telltale 355 Warranty coverage 10, 427 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washer reservoir level 296 Washing the vehicle 341 Wear pattern (tires) 335 Weights, Vehicle 439 Wheel Bolts 388 Change 410 Removing 408 Spare 384, 386, 436 Tightening torque 410 Wheels, Tires 304 Window curtain air bags 68 Windows see Power windows Windshield Cleaning 345 Defogging 181, 192 Replacing wiper blades 405 Washer fluid 303, 448 Washer system 448 Windshield washer fluid 448 Message in display 382 Mixing ratio 448 Refilling 303 Wiping with 55 Windshield washer system 448 Windshield wipers 53 Cleaning 345 Replacing wiper blades 405 Winter driving 336 Block heater (Canada only) 337 Snow chains 337 Tires 336 Winter driving instructions 289 Winter tires 336 472 Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle. For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com or www.mercedes-benz.ca. 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 equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury. If you have questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator’s Manual. Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing. Title illustration no. P00.01-2840-31 Press time May 10, 2005 GSP/TIP Printed in Germany Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG ’ Operator’s Manual C-Class Sedan Ê4CtYg Ë 2035845771 Order No. 6515 0160 13 Part No. 203 584 57 71 USA Edition A 2006 C 230 C 230 Sport C 280 C 280 4MATIC C 350 C 350 4MATIC C 350 Sport Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demon- stration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen- gers, we ask you to make a small invest- ment of time: 앫 Please read this manual carefully, then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference. 앫 Please follow the recommendations contained in this manual. They are de- signed to acquaint you with the opera- tion of your Mercedes-Benz. 앫 Please pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and oc- cupants. We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company At a glance .......................................... 21 Cockpit................................................. 22 Instrument cluster ................................ 24 Multifunction steering wheel ................ 26 Center console ..................................... 27 Upper part ...................................... 27 Lower part ...................................... 28 Overhead control panel ........................ 29 Door control panel................................ 30 Introduction.......................................... 9 Product information................................ 9 Operator’s Manual............................... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11 Maintenance .................................. 12 Roadside Assistance ...................... 12 Change of address or ownership.... 12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada......................... 13 Where to find it.................................... 14 Symbols............................................... 15 Operating safety .................................. 16 Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16 Problems with your vehicle.................. 17 Reporting safety defects...................... 18 Reporting Safety Defects ............... 18 Vehicle data recording......................... 19 Information regarding electronic recording devices........................... 19 Contents Getting started................................... 31 Unlocking ............................................. 32 Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 32 Starter switch positions.................. 33 Adjusting .............................................. 35 Seats .............................................. 35 Steering wheel................................ 40 Mirrors............................................ 43 Driving.................................................. 45 Fastening the seat belt ................... 45 Starting the engine ......................... 48 Parking brake ................................. 50 Driving ............................................ 51 Switching on headlamps................. 52 Turn signals .................................... 53 Windshield wipers........................... 53 Problems while driving.................... 56 Parking and locking.............................. 57 Parking brake ................................. 58 Switching off headlamps................. 59 Turning off engine........................... 59 Releasing seat belts........................ 59 Locking ........................................... 60 Contents Safety and Security ........................... 61 Occupant safety................................... 62 Air bags .......................................... 63 Seat belts ....................................... 69 Active head restraint ...................... 73 Children in the vehicle.................... 74 Blocking of rear door window operation........................................ 85 Panic alarm* ........................................ 86 Activating ....................................... 86 Deactivating ................................... 86 Driving safety systems......................... 87 ABS ................................................ 87 BAS ................................................ 88 ESP® .............................................. 89 Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESP®..... 92 Anti-theft systems................................ 93 Immobilizer..................................... 93 Anti-theft alarm system*................ 93 Tow-away alarm* ........................... 95 Controls in detail ............................... 97 Locking and unlocking......................... 98 SmartKey ....................................... 98 Opening the doors from the inside ..................................... 102 Opening the trunk ........................ 103 Closing the trunk.......................... 104 Trunk emergency release ............. 105 Valet locking ................................ 106 Automatic central locking ............ 107 Locking and unlocking from the inside ..................................... 107 Seats ................................................. 109 Front seat active head restraints . 109 Rear seat head restraints ............. 109 Lumbar support*.......................... 112 Multicontour seats* (Canada only) ............................... 113 Seat heating*............................... 113 Memory function* ............................. 115 Storing positions into memory ..... 116 Recalling positions from memory. 116 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position ........................... 117 Lighting ............................................. 118 Exterior lamp switch .................... 118 Combination switch ..................... 122 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* (C 280, C 350 4MATIC: with Bi-Xenon* headlamps) ................. 123 Hazard warning flasher ................ 124 Interior lighting ............................ 125 Door entry lamps ......................... 126 Trunk lamp................................... 126 Instrument cluster ............................. 127 Instrument cluster illumination .... 127 Coolant temperature gauge ......... 128 Trip odometer .............................. 128 Tachometer.................................. 129 Outside temperature indicator..... 129 Control system .................................. 130 Multifunction display.................... 130 Multifunction steering wheel........ 131 Menus.......................................... 133 Standard display menu ................ 135 AUDIO menu ................................ 136 NAV* menu.................................. 138 Vehicle status message memory menu............................................ 138 Settings menu.............................. 140 Contents Trip computer menu..................... 155 TEL menu* ................................... 157 Manual transmission ......................... 160 Shifting into reverse..................... 161 Automatic transmission*................... 162 Gear selector lever position ......... 164 Driving tips................................... 165 Gear ranges ................................. 166 Automatic shift program .............. 167 One-touch gearshifting................. 168 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) ...................... 169 Good visibility .................................... 170 Headlamp cleaning system* ........ 170 Rear view mirrors......................... 170 Sun visors .................................... 173 Rear window sunshade* .............. 174 Rear window defroster................. 175 Climate control.................................. 176 Deactivating the climate control system ......................................... 179 Operating the climate control system in automatic mode........... 179 Setting the temperature............... 180 Adjusting air distribution and volume .......................................... 180 Adjusting air volume ..................... 181 Front defroster.............................. 181 Air recirculation mode .................. 182 Air conditioning............................. 183 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents....................... 184 Automatic climate control* (Canada only) ..................................... 186 Deactivating the automatic climate control system.............................. 189 Operating the climate control system in automatic mode............ 189 Setting the temperature................ 190 Adjusting air distribution............... 190 Adjusting air volume ..................... 191 Front defroster.............................. 191 Maximum cooling MAXCOOL........ 192 Air recirculation mode .................. 192 Charcoal filter ............................... 194 Air conditioning............................. 196 Residual heat and ventilation........ 197 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents....................... 197 Audio system...................................... 199 Audio and telephone, operation.... 199 Operating safety ........................... 199 Operating and display elements ... 200 Button and soft key operation ...... 202 Operation...................................... 202 Radio operation ............................ 207 Introduction to satellite radio* (USA only)..................................... 211 CD mode....................................... 216 GSM network phones ................... 225 TDMA or CDMA network phones .. 231 Emergency calls “911” ................. 237 Power windows .................................. 240 Opening and closing the windows 240 Synchronizing power windows...... 242 Summer opening feature .............. 243 Convenience closing feature......... 243 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ................ 244 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof........................ 244 Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding sunroof........................ 246 Driving systems.................................. 247 Cruise control ............................... 247 Contents Loading .............................................. 250 Roof rack*.................................... 250 Ski sack* (Canada only) ............... 250 Split rear bench seat* .................. 253 Loading instructions..................... 255 Cargo tie-down rings* .................. 256 Useful features .................................. 257 Storage compartments................. 257 Cup holders.................................. 259 Ashtrays ....................................... 261 Cigarette lighter ........................... 262 Power outlet................................. 263 Telephone*................................... 264 Tele Aid* ...................................... 265 Garage door opener* ................... 273 Operation ......................................... 281 The first 1000 miles (1500 km)......... 282 Driving instructions............................ 283 Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 283 Drinking and driving ..................... 283 Pedals .......................................... 283 Power assistance ......................... 283 Brakes.......................................... 284 Driving off .................................... 285 Parking......................................... 285 Tires ............................................. 286 Hydroplaning................................ 287 Tire traction.................................. 287 Tire speed rating .......................... 288 Winter driving instructions ........... 289 Standing water............................. 290 Passenger compartment .............. 290 Driving abroad.............................. 290 Control and operation of radio transmitters ................................. 291 Catalytic converter....................... 291 Emission control .......................... 292 Coolant temperature.................... 293 At the gas station .............................. 294 Refueling...................................... 294 Check regularly and before a long trip..................................... 295 Engine compartment ......................... 297 Hood ............................................ 297 Engine oil ..................................... 298 Transmission fluid level................ 300 Coolant level ................................ 301 Battery ......................................... 302 Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*......... 303 Tires and wheels................................ 304 Important guidelines .................... 304 Tire care and maintenance........... 305 Direction of rotation..................... 307 Loading the vehicle ...................... 307 Recommended tire inflation pressure....................................... 314 Checking tire inflation pressure ... 316 MOExtended system* (Canada only)............................... 320 Tire labeling ................................. 321 Load identification ....................... 325 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............................................. 326 Contents Maximum tire load ....................... 327 Maximum tire inflation pressure .. 328 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.S. vehicles) ............. 328 Tire ply material ........................... 330 Tire and loading terminology........ 331 Rotating tires ............................... 335 Winter driving .................................... 336 Winter tires .................................. 336 Block heater (Canada only) .......... 337 Snow chains................................. 337 Maintenance...................................... 338 Maintenance service indicator message....................................... 338 Calling up the maintenance service indicator display............... 339 Resetting the maintenance service indicator........................... 340 Vehicle care....................................... 341 Cleaning and care of the vehicle .. 341 Practical hints .................................. 349 What to do if … ................................... 350 Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 350 Lamp in center console................. 356 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display..................... 358 Where will I find ...? ............................ 383 First aid kit.................................... 383 Vehicle tool kit.............................. 383 Minispare wheel............................ 386 Spare wheel bolts ......................... 388 Unlocking/locking in an emergency... 389 Unlocking the vehicle.................... 389 Locking the vehicle ....................... 390 Fuel filler flap ................................ 391 Manually unlocking the transmission gear selector lever ... 392 Opening/closing in an emergency ..... 393 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ........... 393 Resetting activated head restraints.... 394 Resetting activated head restraints ...................................... 394 Replacing SmartKey batteries ............ 395 SmartKey ...................................... 396 Replacing bulbs.................................. 397 Bulbs............................................. 398 Replacing bulbs for front lamps .... 400 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 403 Replacing wiper blades ...................... 405 Removing wiper blades................. 405 Installing wiper blades .................. 405 Flat tire............................................... 406 Preparing the vehicle .................... 406 Mounting the Minispare wheel...... 406 MOExtended system* ................... 411 Battery ............................................... 412 Disconnecting the battery ............ 413 Removing the battery ................... 413 Charging and reinstalling the battery .......................................... 414 Reconnecting the battery ............. 414 Jump starting...................................... 415 Towing the vehicle.............................. 417 Installing towing eye bolt.............. 420 Fuses.................................................. 421 Aids for replacing fuses ................ 421 Main fuse box in passenger compartment ................................ 422 Fuse box in engine compartment . 422 Fuse box in trunk.......................... 423 Contents Technical data.................................. 425 Parts service ...................................... 426 Warranty coverage............................. 427 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet...................... 427 Identification labels............................ 428 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 429 Engine................................................ 430 Rims and Tires ................................... 432 Same size tires............................. 434 Mixed size tires ............................ 435 Minispare wheel ........................... 436 Electrical system................................ 437 Main dimensions................................ 438 Weights.............................................. 439 Technical terms............................... 449 Index................................................. 455 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 440 Capacities .................................... 440 Engine oils.................................... 442 Engine oil additives ...................... 442 Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 442 Brake fluid.................................... 442 Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 443 Gasoline additives........................ 443 Fuel requirements ........................ 444 Coolants....................................... 444 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* ......................... 448 Introduction Product information Product information 왔 Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in indi- vidual cases an official approval or authori- zation by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and acces- sories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive informa- tion, also on permissible technical modifi- cations, and where proper installation will be performed. Introduction Operator’s Manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the in- structions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in dam- age to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by fail- ure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper proce- dures. We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, infor- mation, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instruc- tions 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 Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle. Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: 앫 New Car Limited Warranty 앫 Emission System Warranty 앫 Emission Performance Warranty 앫 California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only) 앫 State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws) 10 (1) the same substantial defect or mal- function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that de- fect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair, (2) the same substantial defect or mal- function of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have direct- ly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its au- thorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or mal- functions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the pe- riod of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18000 miles (approximately 29000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs: Introduction Operator’s Manual (3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different sub- stantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350. 11 Introduction Operator’s Manual Maintenance Roadside Assistance Change of address or ownership The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals. Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for ser- vice. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you. The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory-trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program Brochure in your vehicle literature portfolio. If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it avail- able to the next operator. If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen- ter (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. 12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- eign countries, please be aware that 앫 service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, 앫 unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat- alytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts, 앫 gasoline may have a considerably low- er octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail- able for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to: In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Introduction Operator’s Manual 13 Introduction Where to find it This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro- vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section has its own reference color. At a glance Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat. Getting started Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are rent- ing or borrowing this vehicle. Safety and Security Here you will find descriptions of the safety and security features of your vehicle. 14 Controls in detail Here you will find detailed information about the equipment installed in your vehi- cle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes techni- cal innovations. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you. Operation Here you will find all the information you need for the proper operation of your vehi- cle. Practical hints This section provides fast assistance for dealing with problems you may encounter. Technical data All important technical data for your vehi- cle can be found in this section. Indexes The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms. The table of contents and the index are de- signed to help you find information quickly and easily. The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation: 앫 this Operator’s Manual 앫 the Maintenance Booklet Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle. Introduction Symbols 왔 Symbols Trademarks: 앫 ESP® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. 앫 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. 앫 SIRIUS and related marks are trade- marks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehi- cle. Warning! 왘 This symbol points to instructions for you to follow. Warning notices draw your attention to haz- ards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others. 왘 A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure. Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle. 컄 Page 컄컄 Helpful hints or further information you may find useful. -> This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic. This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page. In the glossary of technical terms, this symbol is used to indicate cross-references to term definitions. Display Words appearing in the multi- function display are printed in the type shown here. 15 Introduction Operating safety Warning! Warning! Proper use of the vehicle Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle. Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving. Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels, for example when running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride distur- bance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road. Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs. Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules: 앫 the safety precautions in this manual 앫 the “Technical data” section in this manual 앫 traffic rules and regulations 앫 motor vehicle laws and safety standards Warning! Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. You should not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removal of any of these labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury. 16 Introduction Problems with your vehicle 왔 Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses: In the USA: Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario, M4G 4C9 17 Introduction Reporting safety defects For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a 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 USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor ve- hicle safety from the Hotline. 18 Introduction Vehicle data recording 왔 Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others 앫 for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes 앫 with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee 앫 in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency 앫 for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or 앫 as otherwise required or permitted by law. Please check the Tele Aid subscription service agreement for details regarding the information that may be recorded or transmitted via that system. 19 20 At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel 21 At a glance Cockpit 22 Item 1 Cruise control lever 2 Multifunction steering wheel 3 Horn 4 Instrument cluster 5 Lever for voice control system*, see separate operating instructions 6 Overhead control panel 7 Glove box lid release 8 Glove box lock Page 247 26, 131 24, 127 29 257 257 Item 9 Center console a Starter switch b Hood lock release c Steering wheel adjustment handle (manual) Page 27 33 297 40 d Steering wheel adjustment 41 lever (electrical)* e Parking brake pedal f Remote trunk opening 50, 58 104 switch g Door control panel h Parking brake release 30 50 At a glance Cockpit Item Page j Combination switch 앫 Turn signals 앫 Windshield wipers 앫 High beam k Exterior lamp switch l Exterior rear view mirror adjustment m Headlamp washer button* 53 53 52 52, 118 43, 117 170 23 At a glance Instrument cluster 24 At a glance Instrument cluster Item 1 Speedometer with: v Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) warning lamp ; Brake warning lamp, USA only 3 Brake warning lamp, Canada only B Low beam headlamp indicator lamp 2 L Left turn signal indicator lamp 3 Multifunction display with: Trip odometer Main odometer Gear selector lever position* Page 89, 354 50, 58, 351 50, 58, 351 52, 118 53 130 128 130 49, 130, 164 Item Program mode* Status indicator (outside temperature/digital speed- ometer Digital clock 4 K Right turn signal indicator lamp 5 Tachometer with: - Antilock Brake System (ABS) indicator lamp ú Engine malfunction indicator lamp, USA only ± Engine malfunction indicator lamp, Canada only 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp Page 167 129, 144 130 53 129 87, 350 352, 353 352, 353 62, 355 Item < Seat belt telltale A High beam head- lamp indicator lamp 6 Fuel gauge with: Fuel reserve warning lamp 4 The arrow indicates that the fuel filler cap is on the rear right-hand side. 7 Coolant temperature gauge 8 Reset button for: 앫 Resetting trip odometer 앫 Resetting all settings 앫 Instrument cluster illumination Page 69, 355 52, 122 354 128 127 128 140 127 25 At a glance Multifunction steering wheel 26 Page 130 131 Item 1 Multifunction display Operating control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone*: Press button s to take a call t to end a call Page Item 4 Menu systems: Press button è for next menu ÿ for previous menu 5 Moving within a menu: Press button j for next display k for previous display C 230 Sport and C 350 Sport: Steering wheel in these vehicles will vary from steering wheel shown. However, multifunction steering wheel symbols and feature description apply to Sport models as well. 왔 Center console Upper part At a glance Center console Item 1 Seat heating*, driver’s side 2 Rear window sunshade switch* 3 ESP® control switch 4 Hazard warning flasher switch – switching on/off 5 Central locking switch Central unlocking switch 6 Switch for folding back rear seat head restraints 7 Tow-away alarm switch* Anti-theft alarm system indicator lamp* Page 113 174 89 124 107 107 111 95 94 Item 8 Seat heating*, passenger side 9 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp a Audio system, or COMAND* (see separate operating instructions) b Climate control Automatic climate control* (Canada only) Rear window defroster Page 113 80, 357, 366 199 176 186 175 27 Item 1 Ashtray Cigarette lighter 2 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission* Gearshift lever for manual transmission 3 Cup holder 4 Armrest 5 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission* Page 261 262 49, 164 48, 160 259 258 167 At a glance Center console Lower part 28 왔 Overhead control panel At a glance Overhead control panel Item 1 Rear interior lighting on/off 2 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 3 Right reading lamp on/off 4 Interior lighting control 5 Interior rear view mirror 6 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid* (emergency call system) and telephone* 7 Garage door opener* 8 Left reading lamp on/off 9 Tele Aid* (emergency call system) button Page 126 244 126 125 43, 170 157, 225, 265 273 126 265 29 At a glance Door control panel 30 Item 1 Door handle 2 Memory function* (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings) 3 Switches for seat adjustment* 4 Switches for Page 102 115 35, 109 240 opening/closing front door windows 5 Rear door window override 85 switch 6 Switches for opening/closing rear door windows 240 7 Remote trunk lid switch 104 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking 31 Getting started Unlocking The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func- tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the infor- mation given here. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail” section (컄 page 98) will provide you with further information. The correspond- ing page references are located at the end of each segment. Unlocking with the SmartKey 왘 Press unlock button Œ on the SmartKey. All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system* is disarmed. 왘 Get in the vehicle and insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (컄 page 98). SmartKey with remote control 1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Opening button for trunk 3 Œ Unlock button 4 Â Panic button* (컄 page 86) Canada only: Only vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm system* have SmartKeys with integrated panic button* 4. 32 Starter switch positions SmartKey Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsuper- vised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey

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2006 Mercedes-benz C Class 4matic Owners Manual