2008 Mercedes-benz C Class 4matic Owners Manual

Practical hints Replacing bulbs

High beam bulb for high beam flasher 왘 Turn housing cover 4 counterclock-

wise and remove it.

왘 Pull electric plug off the bulb. 왘 Pull out bulb holder 7 with the bulb. 왘 Pull the bulb at its socket out of bulb

holder 7.

왘 Insert the new bulb so that its socket locates in the recess of bulb holder 7 and is level to it.

왘 Reinsert bulb holder 7 with the bulb in

the lamp.

왘 Connect electric plug on the bulb. 왘 Align housing cover 4 and turn it

clockwise.

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1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp bulb 2 Housing cover for parking and standing

lamp

3 Housing cover for parking and standing

lamp

4 Housing cover for high beam flasher 5 Housing cover for Bi-Xenon headlamp

6 Bulb socket for parking and standing

lamp bulb

7 Bulb holder for high beam flasher bulb

7 Bulb holder for high beam bulb

Practical hints Replacing bulbs

Front turn signal lamp bulb

1 Mark 2 Handle 3 Bulb socket 왘 Turn bulb socket 3 with handle 2

counterclockwise and remove it.

왘 Press gently onto the bulb and turn

counterclockwise out of bulb socket 3.

왘 Press the new bulb gently into bulb socket 3 and turn clockwise until it engages.

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왘 Place bulb socket 3 back into the

lamp. Handle 2 must be in a horizon- tal line and mark 1 is on the upper part.

왘 Turn bulb socket 3 clockwise until it

engage.

Parking and standing lamp bulb 왘 Turn housing cover 2 or 3 counter-

clockwise and remove it.

왘 Pull out bulb socket 6 with the bulb. 왘 Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket 6. 왘 Press the new bulb into bulb socket 6. 왘 Press bulb socket 6 back into the

lamp.

왘 Align housing cover 2 or 3 and turn

it clockwise.

Additional turn signal lamps The additional turn signal lamps in the ex- terior rear view mirrors have LEDs. If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to func- tion, the entire turn signal unit must be re- placed. Have the additional turn signal unit replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Front side marker lamp Since replacing the side marker lamp bulbs is a technically highly demanding process, we recommend you have the side marker lamp bulbs replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Replacing bulbs for rear lamps

Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp, do the following first: 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to

position M (컄 page 108).

Tail lamp unit 왘 Open trunk lid. 왘 For driver side: Lift up the bottom and

pull out the trim panel covering the driver side rear light.

왘 For passenger side: Open the fuse box

in the trunk (컄 page 458).

1 Tabs 2 Connector 왘 Disconnect electrical connector 2. 왘 Pull tabs 1 in direction of arrows. 왘 Remove the bulb carrier.

1 Side marker lamp 2 Rear fog lamp (driver’s side)/Side

marker lamp 3 Backup lamp 4 Brake lamp/tail lamp 5 Parking and standing lamp, brake

lamp/tail lamp

6 Turn signal lamp 왘 Press gently onto the respective bulb and turn counterclockwise out of its bulb socket. Side marker lamp 1: Turn the bulb socket on backside of tail lamp unit counterclockwise and removes side marker lamp 1 with bulb socket

Practical hints Replacing bulbs

왘 Press the new bulb gently into its bulb

socket and turn clockwise until it engages. Side marker lamp 1: Turn the new bulb with socket on backside of tail lamp unit clockwise until it engages.

왘 Reinstall the bulb carrier.

Let tabs 1 (컄 page 437) engage.

왘 Connect the electrical connector 2

(컄 page 437) until it engage.

왘 Reinstall trim panel.

License plate lamp Since replacing the license plate lamp bulbs is a technically highly demanding process, we recommend you have the li- cense plate lamp bulbs replaced at an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Practical hints Replacing wiper blades

Warning!

Warning!

! To avoid damage to the hood, never open the hood when the wiper arm is folded forward.

For safety reasons, switch off wipers and re- move SmartKey from starter switch (vehi- cles with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only): Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electron- ics have status 0) before replacing a wiper blade. Otherwise, the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury.

Wiper blades are components that are sub- ject to wear and tear. Change the wiper blades twice a year, preferably in the spring and fall. Otherwise the windows will not be properly wiped. As a result, you may not be able to observe surrounding traffic condi- tions and could cause an accident.

! Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back. If released, the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the wind- shield. Do not allow the wiper arms to contact the wind- shield glass without a wiper blade inserted. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Removing wiper blades

! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts. They could tear. 왘 Make sure the vehicle’s on-board elec-

tronic have status 0 (컄 page 82).

왘 Fold the wiper arm forward until it

snaps into place.

1 Right angle 2 Removing 왘 Turn the wiper blade at a right angle to

wiper arm (arrow 1).

왘 Slide the wiper blade sideways out of

the retainer in the direction of arrow 2.

Practical hints Replacing wiper blades

Installing wiper blades

왘 Slide the wiper blade onto wiper arm

until it locks in place.

왘 Rotate the wiper blade into position

parallel to wiper arm.

왘 Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on

the windshield. Make sure you hold onto the wiper when folding the wiper arm back.

! Make certain that the wiper blades are prop- erly installed. Improperly installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage.

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Preparing the vehicle

왘 Park the vehicle in a safe distance from

moving traffic on a hard, flat surface when possible.

왘 Turn on the hazard warning flashers. 왘 Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are in a straight-ahead position.

왘 Set the parking brake. 왘 Vehicles with automatic transmission*:

Move the gear selector lever to position P (컄 page 138).

왘 Turn off the engine (컄 page 134).

왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter

switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: 왘 Turn off the engine by pressing the

KEYLESS-GO* button once (컄 page 135).

왘 Open the driver’s door (this puts the starter switch in position 0, same as with the SmartKey re- moved from the starter switch). The driver’s door then can be closed again.

i Open the door only when conditions are safe to do so. 왘 Have any passenger exit the vehicle at

a safe distance from the roadway.

Practical hints Flat tire

Warning!

The dimensions of the Minispare wheel are different from those of the road wheels. As a result, the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a Minispare wheel mounted. Adapt your driving style accordingly.

The Minispare wheel is for temporary use only. When driving with Minispare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire inflation pressure and do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).

Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to have the Minispare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel.

Never operate the vehicle with more than one Minispare wheel mounted. Do not switch off the ESP® with a Minispare wheel mounted.

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Mounting the Minispare wheel

Lifting the vehicle

Preparing the vehicle 왘 Prepare the vehicle as described

(컄 page 440).

왘 Take vehicle tool kit tray and vehicle

jack out of trunk (컄 page 420).

왘 Take the Minispare wheel from the

wheel well under the trunk floor (컄 page 422).

Warning!

When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle.

The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle. Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket.

The jack is intended only for lifting the vehicle briefly for wheel changes. It is not suited for performing maintenance work under the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change.

Never get beneath the vehicle while it is sup- ported by the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle. Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before working under the vehicle.

Practical hints Flat tire

Always firmly set the parking brake and block wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects before raising vehicle with jack. Do not release the parking brake while the vehicle is raised.

Make sure that the ground on which the vehicle is standing and where you place the jack is solid, level and not slippery. If neces- sary, use a large underlay. On slippery surfaces, such as tiled floors, you should use a non-slip underlay, for example a rubber mat.

Do not use wooden blocks or similar objects to support the jack. Otherwise the jack may not be able to achieve its load-bearing capacity if it is not at its full height.

Be certain that the jack is always vertical (plumb line) when in use, especially on hills. Always try to use the jack on level surface.

Never start the engine when the vehicle is raised.

Also observe the notes on the jack.

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Practical hints Flat tire

왘 Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects. One wheel chock is included with the vehicle tool kit (컄 page 422).

Changing wheel on a level surface

Changing wheel on a slight decline Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface. However, should circumstances require you to do so on a slight decline, place the wheel chock and another sizeable object as follows:

Changing wheel on a slight incline Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface. However, should circumstances require you to do so on a slight incline, place the wheel chock and another sizeable object as follows:

Changing rear wheel on passenger side (Example illustration) 왘 Place the wheel chock in front of and

another sizeable object behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed.

Changing wheel on passenger side (Example illustration) 왘 Place wheel chock (or another sizeable object) in front of both wheels on the side opposite to the side on which the wheel is to be changed.

Changing wheel on passenger side (Example illustration) 왘 Place wheel chock (or another sizeable object) behind both wheels on the side opposite to the side on which the wheel is to be changed.

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Jacking up 왘 Take the wheel wrench out of the

vehicle tool kit tray.

왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do

not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with wheel wrench).

Practical hints Flat tire

! Do not position the jack on the body of the vehicle, as this may cause damage to the vehicle.

The jack take-up brackets are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings as indicated by the arrows.

Warning!

The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets. Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket.

If you do not position the jack correctly in the jack take-up bracket, the vehicle can: 앫 fall off the jack 앫 seriously or fatally injure you or others

1 Take-up bracket 2 Jack 3 Crank 왘 Place jack 2 on firm ground. 왘 Position jack 2 under take-up

bracket 1 so that it is always vertical (plumb-line) as seen from the side, even if the vehicle is parked on an incline.

컄컄

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Practical hints Flat tire

컄컄

Removing the wheel 왘 Unscrew and remove the wheel bolts.

Warning!

! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt. This could result in damage to the bolt and wheel hub threads. 왘 Remove the wheel.

Mounting the Minispare wheel 왘 Clean contact surfaces of wheel and

wheel hub.

! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt.

왘 Turn crank 3 clockwise until jack 2

is fully seated in take-up bracket 1 and the jack base evenly meets the ground.

왘 Continue to turn crank 3 until the wheel is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground.

Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted.

Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.

Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance.

Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tight- ened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off. This could cause an accident. Make sure you are using the correct wheel bolts.

Warning!

Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose.

Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack.

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왘 Guide the Minispare wheel onto the

wheel hub and push it on.

왘 Insert wheel bolts and tighten them

slightly.

Lowering the vehicle 왘 Lower vehicle by turning crank

counterclockwise until vehicle is resting fully on its own weight.

왘 Remove the jack.

1 - 5 Wheel bolts

6 Wheel wrench

Practical hints Flat tire

왘 Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly,

following the diagonal sequence illustrated (1 to 5), until all bolts are tight. Observe a tightening torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm).

Warning!

Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel. The wheels could come loose if they are not tightened to a torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm).

Before storing the jack, it should be fully collapsed, with handle folded in (storage position). 왘 Store the jack and the other vehicle

tools in the designated storage space underneath the trunk floor (컄 page 420).

i Vehicles with TPMS (USA only): Do not activate the tire inflation pressure monitor (컄 page 344) until a full size wheel/tire with functioning sensor has been placed back into service on the vehicle.

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Practical hints Battery

Your vehicle’s battery is located in the engine compartment.

Warning!

! Do not tow-start the vehicle. The battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achieve its rated ser- vice life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals. If you use your vehicle mostly for short-distance trips, you will need to have the battery charge checked more frequently. When replacing the battery, always use batteries approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about steps you need to observe.

Observe all safety instructions and precau- tions when handling automotive batteries.

Risk of explosion.

Fire, open flames and smoking are prohibited when handling batteries. Avoid creating sparks.

Battery acid is caustic. Do not allow it to come into contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

Wear suitable protective cloth- ing, especially gloves, apron and faceguard.

Wear eye protection.

Rinse any acid spills immediate- ly with clear water. Contact a physician if necessary.

Keep children away.

Follow the instructions in this Operator’s Manual.

Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly. Large 12-volt storage batteries contain lead. Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal. Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling.

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Warning!

Failure to follow these instructions can re- sult in severe injury or death.

Observe all safety instructions and precautions when handling automotive batteries (컄 page 446). Never lean over batteries while connecting, you might get injured.

Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or clothing. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with water and seek medical help if necessary.

A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. Keep flames or sparks away from battery, avoid improper connection of jumper cables, smoking, etc.

! Never loosen or detach battery terminal clamps while the engine is running or the SmartKey is in the starter switch. Otherwise the alternator and other electronic components could be severely damaged. Have the battery checked regularly at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for maintenance intervals or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information.

Warning!

Do not place metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit.

Use leak-proof batteries only to avoid the risk of acid burns in the event of an accident.

! Do not connect any consumers directly to the battery or it will be discharged.

Practical hints Battery

1 Filter box 2 Clamps 왘 Removing filter box: Release

clamps 2.

왘 Remove filter box. 왘 Installing filter box: Insert filter box

properly.

왘 Secure it with clamps 2.

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Practical hints Battery

Starter battery 1 Battery 2 Positive terminal 3 Negative terminal 4 Ventilation hose

i If the battery is discharged, you must use the mechanical key to unlock (컄 page 424) or lock (컄 page 425) the vehicle.

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Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only): 왘 Press the start/stop button until

the engine shuts off.

왘 Open the driver’s door.

왘 Open the hood (컄 page 325). 왘 Remove the filter box (컄 page 447). 왘 Read and observe safety instructions

and precautions (컄 page 446).

왘 Disconnect the battery negative lead

from negative terminal 3.

왘 Remove cover from the positive

terminal 2.

왘 Disconnect the battery positive lead.

Disconnecting the battery

Warning!

With a disconnected battery 앫 you will no longer be able to turn the

SmartKey in the starter switch and pressing the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button (Canada only) will have no effect 앫 vehicles with automatic transmission*:

the gear selector lever will remain locked in position P

! Always disconnect the starter battery in the order described below. You could otherwise damage the vehicle’s electronics. 왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 page 134). 왘 Make sure gear selector lever* is set to

position P (manual transmission to Neutral).

왘 Turn off all electrical consumers. 왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch.

Removing the battery

Charging and reinstalling the battery

왘 Charge battery in accordance with the

Practical hints Battery

instructions of the battery charger manufacturer.

왘 Reinstall the charged battery. Follow

the previously described steps in reverse order.

! The battery, its filler caps and the ventilation hose 4 must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation.

i For your convenience, have the starter bat- tery removed by a Mercedes-Benz Center. 왘 Remove the screw securing the

battery.

왘 Remove the battery support and

bracket.

왘 Pull out the battery ventilation hose 4 from the battery (depending on battery arrangement in your vehicle model, the ventilation hose is located either on the left or right side of the battery).

왘 Take out the battery.

Warning!

Never charge a battery while still installed in the vehicle unless the accessory battery charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charg- ing and cause explosions that may result in paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.

An accessory battery charge unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available, permitting the charging of the bat- tery in its installed position. Contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information and availability. Charge battery in accordance with the separate instruc- tions for the accessory battery charger.

! Only use charging devices with a maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V.

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i The following procedures must be carried out following any interruption of battery power (e.g. due to reconnecting): 앫 Reset the automatic exterior mirror fold in

function (컄 page 99).

앫 Set the clock (컄 page 170).

Vehicles with COMAND*: see COMAND op- erator’s manual.

Practical hints Battery

Reconnecting the battery

! Always connect the starter battery in the or- der described below. Otherwise, the vehicle’s electronics could be damaged. 왘 Turn off all electrical consumers. 왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only): 왘 Open the driver’s door.

! Never invert the terminal connections. 왘 Connect the battery positive lead and

fasten its cover (컄 page 448).

왘 Connect the battery negative lead

(컄 page 448).

왘 Make sure that the ventilation hose 4

is attached to the battery.

! Make sure the battery has a plug where the ventilation hose 4 is attached to it. 왘 Reinstall filter box (컄 page 447).

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왔 Jump starting

Warning!

! Vehicles with automatic transmission* and/or 4MATIC: Do not tow-start the vehicle.

Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death.

Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting, you might get injured.

Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or clothing. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if necessary.

A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is flammable and very explosive. Keep flames or sparks away from battery, avoid improper connection of jumper cables, smoking, etc.

Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it exploding, causing personal injury.

Read all instructions before proceeding.

! Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Do not attempt to start the engine using a bat- tery quick charge unit. If engine does not run after several unsuccessful starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeated failed starting attempts may damage the catalyt- ic converter and may present a fire risk. Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal part while the other end is still at- tached to a battery.

If the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the battery of another vehicle. Observe the following: 앫 Jump starting should only be performed

when the engine and catalytic converter are cold.

Practical hints Jump starting

앫 Do not start the engine if the battery is

frozen. Let the battery thaw out first.

앫 Only use a12-volt battery to jump start your vehicle. Jump starting with a high- er voltage battery could damage the ve- hicle’s electrical system, which will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

앫 Only use jumper cables with sufficient

cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.

앫 Always make sure the jumper cables

are not on or near pulleys, fans or other parts that move when an engine is started or running.

Warning!

Keep flames or sparks away from battery. Do not smoke.

Observe all safety instructions and precau- tions when handling automotive batteries (컄 page 446).

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Practical hints Jump starting

The battery is located in the engine com- partment on the right hand side. For jump starting, use the under hood terminals in front of the battery. 왘 Make sure the two vehicles do not

touch.

왘 Turn off all electrical consumers,

except hazard warning flashers or work lights.

왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 page 134). 왘 Make sure gear selector lever* is set to

position P (manual transmission to Neutral).

왘 Open the hood (컄 page 326). 왘 Slide red cover 2 from positive under hood terminal 3 in direction of arrow.

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왘 Connect negative terminal 5 of the charged battery to jumper cables and attach other end to negative under hood terminal 4 on the vehicle. Clamp cable to charged battery 5 first 왘 Start the engine of the disabled

vehicle.

You can now turn on the electrical con- sumers. Do not switch on the headlamps under any circumstances. 왘 Remove the jumper cables first from the negative terminals 4 and 5 and then from the positive terminals 3 and 1.

You can now switch on the headlamps. 왘 Slide red cover 2 from positive under

hood terminal 3 back.

왘 Close the hood (컄 page 326). 왘 Have the battery checked at the near- est authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

1 Positive terminal of charged battery 2 Positive under hood terminal cover 3 Positive under hood terminal in front of

discharged battery

4 Negative under hood terminal 5 Negative terminal of charged battery

! Never invert the terminal connections. 왘 Connect positive terminal 1 of the charged battery with positive under hood terminal 3 in front of the dis- charged battery with the jumper cable. Clamp cable to charged battery 1 first.

왘 Start the engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed.

왔 Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing.

! Vehicles with automatic transmission* and/or 4MATIC: Do not tow-start the vehicle.

! Use flatbed or wheel lift/dolly equipment with SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only) in starter switch turned to position 0. Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. To prevent damage during transport, do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts. Switch off the ESP® (컄 page 63) and the auto- matic central locking (컄 page 173).

When circumstances do not permit the recommended towing methods, the vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground or front wheels raised (except vehicles with 4MATIC) only so far as neces- sary to have the vehicle moved to a safe location where the recommended towing methods can be employed. When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground or the front axle raised (not per- missible for vehicles with 4MATIC), the ve- hicle may be towed only for distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to ex- ceed 30 mph (50 km/h).

! Vehicles with 4MATIC: Do not tow with one axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground.

Practical hints Towing the vehicle

Warning!

If circumstances require towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, always tow with a tow bar if: 앫 the engine will not run 앫 there is a malfunction in the brake

system

앫 there is a malfunction in the power supply or in the vehicle’s electrical system

This is necessary to adequately control the towed vehicle.

Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, make sure the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only) is in starter switch position 2.

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Practical hints Towing the vehicle

Warning!

Without the engine running, there is no pow- er assistance for the brake and steering sys- tems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.

i When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, please note the following: With the automatic central locking activated and the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only) in starter switch position 2, the ve- hicle doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. To prevent the vehicle doors from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking (컄 page 173).

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! If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised (not permissible for vehicles with 4MATIC), the gear selector lever must be in position N (manual transmission: gear shift lever in neutral position) and the engine must be shut off (SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only) in starter switch position 0 or 1). Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system. While towing, the battery must be connected and charged. Otherwise: 앫 you will not be able to switch on the ignition 앫 you will not be able to engage the automatic

transmission* in position N (컄 page 127) When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, the gear selector lever must be in position N (manual transmission: gear shift lever in neutral position) and the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only) must be in starter switch position 2.

! Towing of the vehicle should only be done using the properly installed towing eye bolt. Never attach tow cable, tow rope or tow rod to vehicle chassis, frame or suspension parts.

i To signal turns while being towed with the hazard warning flasher in use, turn SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only) in starter switch to position 2 and activate the combination switch for the left or right turn sig- nal in the usual manner – only the selected turn signal will operate. Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warning flasher will operate again.

! Make sure the parking brake is released.

i If the battery is disconnected or discharged 앫 the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEY-

LESS-GO* (Canada only) will not turn in the starter switch

앫 Vehicles with automatic transmission*: the

gear selector lever will remain locked in position P (컄 page 127).

For more information see “Battery” (컄 page 446) and see “Jump starting” (컄 page 451).

Installing towing eye bolt

Removing cover 왘 Press mark on cover 1 in the direction

Removing towing eye bolt 왘 Loosen towing eye bolt counterclock-

Practical hints Towing the vehicle

1 Cover on right side of front bumper

1 Cover on right side of rear bumper

of arrow.

왘 Lift cover off to reveal the threaded

hole for towing eye bolt.

Installing towing eye bolt 왘 Take towing eye bolt and wheel wrench out of the vehicle tool kit in the trunk (컄 page 420).

왘 Screw towing eye bolt clockwise into its stop and tighten with wheel wrench.

wise with wheel wrench. 왘 Unscrew towing eye bolt. 왘 Store towing eye bolt and wheel

wrench in the vehicle tool kit in the trunk.

Installing cover 왘 Fit cover 1 and snap into place.

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Practical hints Fuses

The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits. If a fuse is blown, the component(s) and systems secured by that fuse will stop op- erating.

Warning!

Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question and do not attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse. Using other than ap- proved fuses or using repaired or bridged fuses may cause an overload leading to a fire, and/or cause damage to electrical components and/or systems. Have the cause determined and remedied at an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

i A blown fuse must be replaced by an appro- priate spare fuse (recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject.

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! Switch off the vehicle’s internal electrical functions (컄 page 448) when you are working on the fuses.

If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have the cause determined and rectified at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A fuse chart explains the fuse allocation and fuse amperages. It is located in the main fuse box in the passenger compart- ment (컄 page 457).

i In case of a blown fuse contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

The electrical fuses are located in different fuse boxes: 앫 Fuse box in passenger compartment

(컄 page 457)

앫 Fuse box in engine compartment

(컄 page 457)

앫 Fuse box in trunk (컄 page 458)

Before replacing fuses: 왘 Depress the parking brake

(컄 page 134).

왘 Make sure the manual transmission is

in Neutral (컄 page 136), automatic transmission* is set to P (컄 page 140). The gear position indicator in the ta- chometer display should be on P. 왘 Turn off all electrical consumers. 왘 Turn off the engine (컄 page 134). 왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter

switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* (Canada only): 왘 Open the driver’s door.

Fuse box in passenger compartment

! Do not use sharp objects such as a screw driver to open the fuse box cover in the dash- board, as this could damage it.

Practical hints Fuses

Closing 왘 Hook cover 1 into the opening at the

Opening 왘 With a dry cloth, remove any moisture

front.

왘 Press cover 1 back on until it engag-

es.

Fuse box in engine compartment

왘 Open the hood (컄 page 325).

from the fuse box.

왘 Release wire 2 from fuse box cover. 왘 Release clamps 1. 왘 Remove fuse box cover.

Closing 왘 Make sure the sealing rubber is proper-

ly positioned.

왘 Attach fuse box cover. 왘 Press fuse box cover down and secure

with clamps 1.

왘 Fasten wire 2 on fuse box cover.

! The cover must fit properly, as otherwise moisture or dirt may impair the functionality of the fuses.

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1 Cover 2 Remove cover 3 Release cover

Opening 왘 Open the driver’s door. 왘 Using your hands, pull cover 1 in the direction of arrow 3 and remove 2.

1 Clamps 2 Wire

Practical hints Fuses

Fuse box in the trunk

1 Release 2 Cover

Opening 왘 Open the trunk. 왘 Turn release 1 clockwise. 왘 Pull cover 2 downward in direction of

arrow.

Closing 왘 Press cover 2 backward. 왘 Turn release 1 counterclockwise.

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Technical data

Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions and weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

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Technical data Parts service

The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.

! The use of non-genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehicle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or could compromise the vehicle’s durability or safety.

All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts required for mainte- nance and repair work. In addition, strate- gically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300000 different parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts are subject- ed to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically developed, man- ufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Therefore, Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should be installed.

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Technical data Warranty coverage

Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet

Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a re- placement. It will be mailed to you.

왔 Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed on the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties: 앫 New Vehicle Limited Warranty 앫 Emission System Warranty 앫 Emission Performance Warranty 앫 California, Maine, Massachusetts, and

Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty

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Technical data Identification labels

1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the following locations: 앫 on the certification label 앫 embossed underneath the carpet in

front of the front passenger seat.

앫 on the lower edge of the windshield

Example certification label (U.S. vehicles) 2 VIN 3 Paintwork code

Example certification label (Canada vehicles) 2 VIN 3 Paintwork code

i Data shown on certification label are for illustration purpose only. These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle.

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4 Carpet 5 VIN 왘 Move the front passenger seat to the

rear as far as possible.

왘 Fold carpet 4 in direction of arrow.

VIN 5 is visible.

Example illustration from C 350
6 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards

7 Engine number (engraved on engine) 8 VIN (lower edge of windshield)

i When ordering parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers.

Technical data Identification labels

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Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive

C 300/C 350

1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator (alternator)

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Technical data Engine

왔 Engine Model

Engine Mode of operation No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 13493

C 230 (204.052)1,2
C 230 Sport (204.052)1
C 230 4MATIC (204.085)1,2
C 230 4MATIC Sport (204.085)1,2
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4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.46 in (88.00 mm) 2.69 in (68.40 mm) 152.3 cu in (2496 cm3) 11.4:1
201 hp/6100 rpm (150 kW/6100 rpm) 181 lb-ft/2900 - 5500 rpm (245 Nm/2900 - 5500 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5
2404 mm

C 300 (204.054)1
C 300 Sport (204.054)1
C 300 4MATIC (204.081)1
C 300 4MATIC Sport (204.081)1
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4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.46 in (88.00 mm) 3.23 in (82.10 mm) 182.8 cu in (2996 cm3) 11.3:1
228 hp/6000 rpm (170 kW/6000 rpm) 221 lb-ft/2500 - 5000 rpm (300 Nm/2500 - 5000 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5
2404 mm

Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349
Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. 2 Canada only. 3 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.

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Technical data Engine

Model

Engine Mode of operation No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 13493

C 350 (204.056)1,2
C 350 Sport (204.056)1
C 350 4MATIC (204.087)1,2
C 350 4MATIC Sport (204.087)1,2
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4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.66 in (92.90 mm) 3.39 in (86.00 mm) 213.5 cu in (3498 cm3) 10.7:1
268 hp/6000 rpm (200 kW/6000 rpm) 258 lb-ft/2400 - 5000 rpm (350 Nm/2400 - 5000 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5
2404 mm

Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349
Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the

corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

2 Canada only. 3 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.

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왔 Rims and tires ! Only use tires which have been tested and approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best possible performance in conjunc- tion with the driving safety systems on your vehicle such as ABS or ESP®. Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz can be identified by finding the following on the tire’s sidewall: 앫 MO = Mercedes-Benz Original equipment

tires

Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

! Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental effects, such as 앫 poor handling characteristics 앫 increased noise 앫 increased fuel consumption Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz may, under load, exhibit dimen- sional variations and different tire deformation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts. Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result.

i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on the driver’s door B-pillar (컄 page 334). Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pressure information for driving at high speeds (컄 page 340) or for vehicle loads less than the maximum loaded vehicle condition (컄 page 348). If such informa- tion is provided, it can be found on the tire infla- tion label located on the inside of the fuel filler flap.

Technical data Rims and tires

The tire inflation pressure should be checked regularly and should only be adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire manufacturer’s maintenance recommendation included with vehicle. i The following pages also list the approved wheel rim and tire sizes for equipping your vehicles with winter tires. Winter tires are not available as standard or optional factory equip- ment, but can be purchased from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Depending on vehicle model and the standard or optional factory-equipped wheel rim/tire configuration on your vehicle (Appearance Package, Sport Package etc.), equipping your vehicle with winter tires approved for your vehicle model may also require the purchase of two or four wheel rims of the recommended size for use with these winter tires. Contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for more informa- tion.

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Technical data Rims and tires

Same size tires

Model

C 2301
C 230 4MATIC1

C 300
C 300 4MATIC

C 3501
C 350 4MATIC1

Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires2
Winter tires2,3 1 Canada only. 2 Radial-ply tires. 3 Not available as factory equipment.

7 J x16 H2
1.85 in (47 mm) 205/55 R16 91H M+S 205/55 R16 91H M+S. 225/45 R17 91H M+S. 225/45 R17 91H M+S.

7.5 J x17 H2
1.85 in (47 mm) 225/45 R17 91H M+S

7.5 J x17 H2
1.85 in (47 mm) –

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Mixed size tires

Model

Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires2
Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires2
1 Canada only. 2 Radial-ply tires.

C 230 Sport1
C 230 4MATIC Sport1
C 300 Sport C 300 4MATIC Sport C 3501
C 350 4MATIC1

7.5 J x 17 H2
1.85 in (47 mm) 225/45 R17 91H M+S

8.5 J x 17 H2
2.28 in (58 mm) 245/40 R17 91H M+S

Technical data Rims and tires

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Technical data Rims and tires

Model

C 350 Sport* C 350 4MATIC Sport*1

Front axle: AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires2
All-season tires2
Rear axle: AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires2,3
All-season tires2
1 Canada only. 2 Radial-ply tires. 3 Must not be used with snow chains.

7.5 J x 17 H2
1.85 in (47 mm) – 225/45 R17 91H M+S

8.5 J x 17 H2
2.28 in (58 mm) – 245/40 R17 91H M+S

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C 300 Sport* C 300 4MATIC Sport* C 350 Sport* C 350 4MATIC Sport*1

8 J x 18 H2
1.97 in (50 mm) 225/40 ZR18 92Y XL (Extra Load) –

8.5 J x 18 H2
2.13 in (54 mm) 255/35 ZR18 94Y XL (Extra Load) –

Minispare wheel

Model

C 3501
C 350 Sport C 350 4MATIC1
C 350 4MATIC Sport1

C 2301
C 230 Sport1
C 230 4MATIC1
C 230 4MATIC Sport1
C 300
C 300 Sport C 300 4MATIC C 300 4MATIC Sport

Rim (steel) Wheel offset Tire2
1 Canada only. 2 Must not be used with snow chains.

3.5 B x 16 H2
0.79 in (20 mm) T 125/90 R16 98M

3.5 B x 17 H2
0.79 in (20 mm) T 125/80 R17 99M

Technical data Rims and tires

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Technical data Rims and tires

! Please compare the recommended tire in- flation pressure for your vehicle with the tire in- flation pressure on the yellow label located on the Minispare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the Minispare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the Minispare wheel tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the yellow label on the Minispare wheel rim.

i Please note that the tire inflation pressure of the Minispare differs from the tire inflation pressure of the road tires. Make sure the Minispare tire is inflated to approximately 61 psi (4.2 bar).

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Technical data Electrical system

왔 Electrical system Model

C 2301
C 230 Sport1
C 230 4MATIC1
C 230 4MATIC Sport1

Generator (alternator) 14 V/150 A Starter motor 12 V/1.4 kW Battery 12 V/84 Ah Spark plugs NGK PLKR 6A Bosch Platin Y 7 MPP 33
0.031 in (0.8 mm) 15 – 22 lb-ft (20 – 30 Nm)

Electrode gap Tightening torque 1 Canada only.

C 300
C 300 Sport C 300 4MATIC C 300 4MATIC Sport 14 V/150 A 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/84 Ah NGK PLKR 6A Bosch Platin Y 7 MPP 33
0.031 in (0.8 mm) 15 – 22 lb-ft (20 – 30 Nm)

C 3501
C 350 Sport C 350 4MATIC1
C 350 4MATIC Sport1
14 V/150 A 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/84 Ah NGK PLKR 6A Bosch Platin Y 7 MPP 33
0.031 in (0.8 mm) 15 – 22 lb-ft (20 – 30 Nm)

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180.6 in (4586 mm) 79.5 in (2020 mm)

C 230 Sport1
C 350 4MATIC Sport1
180.6 in (4586 mm) 79.5 in (2020 mm)

C 300

C 300 4MATIC

182.3 in (4630 mm) 79.5 in (2020 mm)

182.3 in (4630 mm) 79.5 in (2020 mm)

69.7 in (1770 mm)

69.7 in (1770 mm)

69.7 in (1770 mm)

69.7 in (1770 mm)

56.85 in (1444 mm) 124.6 in (2760 mm) 60.7 in (1541 mm) 60.8 in (1544 mm)

56.3 in (1429 mm) 124.6 in (2760 mm) 60.4 in (1533 mm) 59.6 in (1514 mm)

56.85 in (1444 mm) 124.6 in (2760 mm) 60.7 in (1541 mm) 60.8 in (1544 mm)

56.9 in (1445 mm) 124.6 in (2760 mm) 60.7 in (1541 mm) 60.8 in (1544 mm)

Technical data Main dimensions and weights

Main dimensions

Model

C 2301

Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded in) Overall vehicle height Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear 1 Canada only.

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Technical data Main dimensions and weights

Model

Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded in) Overall vehicle height Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear 1 Canada only.

Weights

C 300 Sport C 300 4MATIC Sport C 350 Sport 182.3 in (4630 mm) 79.5 in (2020 mm)

C 3501

C 350 4MATIC1

C 230 4MATIC1
C 230 4MATIC Sport1

182.3 in (4630 mm) 79.5 in (2020 mm)

180.6 in (4586 mm) 79.5 in (2020 mm)

69.7 in (1770 mm)

69.7 in (1770 mm)

69.7 in (1770 mm)

56.3 in (1429 mm) 124.6 in (2760 mm) 60.4 in (1533 mm) 59.6 in (1514 mm)

57.0 in (1448 mm) 124.6 in (2760 mm) 60.4 in (1533 mm) 60.5 in (1536 mm)

57.1 in (1449 mm) 124.6 in (2760 mm) 60.4 in (1533 mm) 60.5 in (1536 mm)

Max. roof load Max. trunk load

220 lb (100 kg) 220 lb (100 kg)

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

Capacities

Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Warning!

Comply with all valid regulations with re- spect to handling, storing and disposing of service fluids. Otherwise you could endanger persons or the environment.

Keep service fluids out of the reach of children.

For health reasons, you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct con- tact with your skin or clothing.

If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

Model All models C 2301
C 230 Sport1
C 300
C 300 Sport

Capacity 8.5 US qt. (8.0 l) 1.3 US qt. (1.2 l) 1.3 US qt. (1.2 l) 1.6 US qt. (1.5 l) 1.6 US qt. (1.5 l)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Approved engine oils MB Manual Transmission Oil

Engine with oil filter Manual transmission

1 Canada only.

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Automatic transmission

Rear axle

Front axle

1 Canada only.

Capacity 9.51 US qt. (9.0 l) 9.51 US qt. (9.0 l) 9.51 US qt. (9.0 l) 10.25 US qt. (9.7 l) 10.25 US qt. (9.7 l) 9.51 US qt. (9.0 l) 9.51 US qt. (9.0 l) 10.25 US qt. (9.7 l) 10.25 US qt. (9.7 l) 1.06 US qt. (1.0 l) 1.06 US qt. (1.0 l) 1.16 US qt. (1.1 l) 1.06 US qt. (1.0 l)

Model C 230 (all models)1
C 300
C 300 Sport C 300 4MATIC C 300 4MATIC Sport C 3501
C 350 Sport C 350 4MATIC1
C 350 4MATIC Sport1
C 230 (all models)1
C 300 (all models) C 350 (all models) C 230 4MATIC (all mod- els)1
C 300 4MATIC (all models) 1.16 US qt. (1.1 l) C 350 4MATIC (all models) 1.16 US qt. (1.1 l)

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. MB Automatic Transmission Fluid

Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90

Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

Power steering

Front wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system Fuel tank including a reserve of

Model All models

All models All models All models All models

Air conditioning system

All models

Capacity 0.85 US qt. (0.8 l)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. MB Power Steering Fluid (Chevron Texaco PSF 9109)1

approx. 3.6 oz. (95 g) each High-temperature roller bearing grease approx. 0.53 US qt. (0.5 l) MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) 5.07 US qt. (4.8 l) 17.43 US gal (66.0 l) 2.11 US gal (8.0 l)

MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Premium unleaded gasoline: Minimum Posted Octane 91 (Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON) C 300 and C 300 Sport (with automatic transmission*), USA only: Flexible Fuel Vehicle (identified by a label reading Premium gasoline or E85 only! on fuel filler flap). Alternative fuel: Ethanol fuel (E85) R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil (never R-12)

1 For detailed information, please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. MB Windshield Washer Concentrate2

Windshield washer

Model C 230 (all models)1
C 350 4MATIC1
C 350 4MATIC Sport1
C 300 (all models) C 3501
C 350 Sport

Capacity 4.23 US qt (4.0 l) 4.23 US qt (4.0 l) 4.23 US qt (4.0 l) 6.34 US qt (6.0 l) 6.34 US qt (6.0 l) 6.34 US qt (6.0 l)

1 Canada only. 2 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”

and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (컄 page 486).

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

Engine oils

Engine oil additives

Brake fluid

Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Air conditioning refrigerant

R-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil are used in the air condition- ing system. Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lubricating oil. Otherwise damage to the system will occur.

Warning!

During vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere.

Under extremely strenuous operating condi- tions, this moisture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system, thus re- ducing the system’s efficiency.

Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s Mainte- nance Booklet for replacement interval.

Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will provide you with additional information.

Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to the Factory Approved Ser- vice Products pamphlet (USA only), or con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

! Using engine oils and oil filters of specifica- tion other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Please follow Maintenance System recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

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Premium unleaded gasoline

Warning!

Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious personal injury.

Never allow sparks, flame or smoking mate- rials near gasoline!

Turn off the engine before refueling.

Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid in- haling fumes and skin or clothing contact, extinguish all smoking materials.

Direct skin contact with fuels and the inha- lation of fuel vapors can damage your health.

! To maintain the engine’s durability and per- formance, premium unleaded gasoline must be used. If premium unleaded gasoline is not avail- able and low octane fuel is used, follow these precautions: 앫 Have the fuel tank only partially filled with