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1.46 in (37 mm)


Technical data Rims and Tires


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C 55 AMG


7.5 J x 18 H2
1.18 in (30 mm) 225/40 ZR18 92Y XL (Extra Load)


8.5 J x 18 H2
1.34 in (34 mm) 245/35 ZR18 92Y XL (Extra Load)


Technical data Rims and Tires


Mixed size tires


Model Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires1, 2
Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires1, 2
1 Radial-ply tires 2 Must not be used with snow chains.


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Spare wheel (collapsible tire)


Model Rim (steel) Wheel offset Tire 1 Must not be used with snow chains.


C 55 AMG 4.5 B x 17 H2
0.47 in (12 mm) 145/70 -17 92P1


Please compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yel- low label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the collapsible tire to the recommended tire inflation pres- sure given on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim.


Please note that the tire inflation pressure of the collapsible tire differs from the tire inflation pressure of the road tires. Inflate the collapsible tire to approxi- mately 51 psi (3.5 bar).


Technical data Rims and Tires


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Technical data Electrical system


Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque


C 55 AMG 14 V/150 A 14 V/1.7 kW 12 V/100 Ah NGK ILFR 6 A 0.031 in (0.8 mm) 18 – 22 lb-ft (25 – 30 Nm)


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왔 Main dimensions and weights Main dimensions


Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle height Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear


C 55 AMG 181.8 in (4617 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm)


55.6 in (1412 mm) 106.9 in (2715 mm) 59.3 in (1507 mm) 58.0 in (1474 mm)


Weights


Roof load max. Trunk load max.


220 lbs (100 kg) 220 lbs (100 kg)


Technical data Main dimensions and weights


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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, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Center.


Engine with oil filter Automatic transmission Rear axle Power steering Front wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system Fuel tank including a reserve of Air conditioning system


Capacity 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 9.3 US qt (8.7 l) 1.5 US qt (1.4 l) approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) approx. 2.1 oz (60 g) each 0.5 US qt (0.5 l) approx. 12.8 US qt (12.0 l) 16.4 US gal (62.0 l) 2.6 US gal (10.0 l)


Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Approved engine oils MB Automatic Transmission Fluid Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
MB Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) High temperature roller bearing grease MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/antifreeze agent Premium unleaded gasoline: Minimum Posted Octane 91
(Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON) R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil (never R-12) MB Windshield Washer Concentrate1


Windshield washer Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”


3.2 US qt (3.0 l) 6.4 US qt (6.0 l)


and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (컄 page 442).


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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.


Engine oils


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 (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehicles). For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to the Factory Ap- proved Service Products pamphlet, or con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.


Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those express- ly required for the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehi- cles), or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehi- cles) will result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.


Please follow Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehi- cles) recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so will result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.


Brake fluid


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


Engine oil additives


Warning!


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 conditioning system. Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lubricating oil. Otherwise damage to the system will occur.


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.


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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.


Premium unleaded gasoline


Warning!


Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious injury. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extin- guish all smoking materials. Never allow sparks, flame or smoking materials near gasoline!


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To maintain the engine’s durability and performance, premium unleaded gaso- line must be used. If premium unleaded is not available and low octane fuel is used, follow these precautions: 앫 Have the fuel tank only partially


filled with unleaded regular and fill up with premium unleaded as soon as possible.


앫 Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt


acceleration.


앫 Do not exceed an engine speed of 3000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two persons and no luggage.


앫 Do not exceed 2/3 of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain.


Gasoline additives


A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build-up caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build-up of carbon deposits. After an extended period of using fuels without such additives, carbon deposits can build up especially on the intake valves and in the combustion area, leading to engine performance problems such as: 앫 Warm-up hesitation 앫 Unstable idle 앫 Knocking/pinging 앫 Misfire 앫 Power loss


In areas where carbon deposits may be encountered due to lack of availability of gasolines which contain these additives, Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of additives approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Refer to Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet for a listing of approved product(s). Follow directions on product label. Do not blend other fuel additives with fuel. This only results in unnecessary cost and may be harmful to engine operation. Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending additional fuel additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles listed in the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.


Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.


Fuel requirements


Coolants


The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides: 앫 Corrosion protection 앫 Freeze protection 앫 Boiling protection (by increasing the


boiling point)


The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approximately -22°F (-30°C) and corrosion protection. If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -22°F (-30°C), the boiling point of the coolant in the pressurized cooling system is reached at approx. 266°F (130°C).


Only use premium unleaded fuel: 앫 The octane number (posted at the


pump) must be 91 min. It is an average of both the Research (R) octane num- ber and the Motor (M) octane number: (R+M)/2. This is also known as the ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.


Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, IPA, IBA and TBA can be used provided the ratio of any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10%; MTBE must not exceed 15%. The ratio of methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents. Using mixtures of ethanol and methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be used. These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling range, vapor pressure, etc.


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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.


The coolant solution must be used year-round to provide the necessary corro- sion protection and increase boil-over protection. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval. Coolant system design and coolant used determine the replacement interval. The replacement interval published in the Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze solution or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification (see Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet) are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level. To provide important corrosion protection, the solution must be at least 45% anticorrosion/antifreeze [equivalent to freeze protection to approx. -22°F (-30°C)].


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If you use a solution that is more than 55% anticorrosion/antifreeze [freeze protection to approx. -49°F (-45°C)], the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution. Therefore, do not use more than this amount of anticorrosion/antifreeze. If the coolant level is low, water and MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level (have cooling system checked for signs of leakage). Please make sure the mixture is in accordance with label instructions. The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water. If you are not sure about the water quality, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.


Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifi- cally formulated to protect the aluminum parts. Failure to use such anticorrosion/anti- freeze coolant will result in a significantly shortened service life. Therefore, the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle: Mercedes-Benz 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze agent. Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.


Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.


Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity


Model


C 55 AMG


Approx. freeze protection –35°F (–37°C) 6.4 US qt (6.0 l)


–49°F (–45°C) 7.0 US qt (6.6 l)


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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.


Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system*


Both the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* are supplied from the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of approx.: 앫 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) in vehicles without


headlamp cleaning system*


앫 6.4 US qt (6.0 l) in vehicles with


headlamp cleaning system*


왘 Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water (or concentrate and com- mercially available premixed wind- shield washer solvent/antifreeze, depending on ambient temperatures).


Warning!


Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma- ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned.


Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water: 앫 1 part “MB SummerFit” to 100 parts


water


(1.34 fl oz [40 ml] “MB SummerFit” to 1 gallon [4.0 l] water) For temperatures below freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and commercially avail- able premixed windshield washer sol- vent/antifreeze: 앫 1 part “MB SummerFit” to 100 parts


solvent


(1.34 fl oz [40 ml] “MB SummerFit” to 1 gallon [4.0 l] solvent)


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Technical terms


ABS


(Antilock Brake System) Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.


Accessory weight


(컄 page 331)


Air pressure


(컄 page 331) Alignment bolt


Metal pin with thread. The centering pin is an aid used when changing a tire to align the wheel with the wheel hub.


Aspect ratio


(컄 page 331)


BabySmartTM air bag deactivation system


This system detects if a special system compatible child restraint seat is installed on the front passenger seat. The system will automatically deactivate the passenger front air bag when such a seat is properly installed (the 56 indicator lamp located in the center console comes on and re- mains illuminated).


BabySmartTM compatible child seats Special restraint system for children. The sensor system for the passenger seat prevents deployment of the passenger front air bag if a BabySmartTM compatible child seat is installed. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.


Bar


(컄 page 331)


BAS


(Brake Assist System) System for potentially reducing braking distances in emergency braking situations. The system is activated when it senses an emergency based on how fast the brake is applied.


Bead


(컄 page 331)


Bi-Xenon headlamps*


Headlamps which use an electric arc as the light source and produce a more intense light than filament headlamps. Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low beam and high beam.


CAC


(Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service center, which can help you with any questions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a breakdown.


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Technical terms


CAN system


COMAND*


(Controller Area Network) Data bus network serving to control vehicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping depending on vehicle settings and/or ambient conditions.


Cockpit


All instruments, switches, buttons and indicator/warning lamps in the passenger compartment needed for vehicle operation and monitoring.


Cold tire inflation pressure


(컄 page 331) Collapsible tire


An especially compact spare tire that must be inflated with a provided air pump before using. It should only be used to bring the vehicle to the nearest service station.


(Cockpit Management and Data System) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and the navigation system, as well as other optional equipment (CD changer*, telephone*, etc.).


Control system


The control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings. Information and messages appear in the multifunction display. The driver uses the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to navigate through the system and to adjust settings.


Cruise control


Driving convenience system that automatically maintains the vehicle speed set by the driver.


Curb weight


(컄 page 332)


444


DOT


(Department of Transportation) (컄 page 332) Engine number


The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine produced.


Engine oil viscosity


Measurement for the inner friction (viscosity) of the oil at different temper- atures. The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin, or the lower the temperature it can tolerate without becoming viscous, the better the viscosity.


ESP®


(Electronic Stability Program) Improves vehicle handling and directional stability.


Technical terms


ETD


Gear range


Instrument cluster


(Emergency Tensioning Device) Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear collisions exceeding the system’s threshold to tighten the seat belts. ->SRS


Number of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the gear selector lever.


FSS (Canada vehicles)


GPS


(Flexible Service System) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. FSS evaluates engine temperature, oil level, vehicle speed, engine speed, distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly.


GAWR


(Gross Axle Weight Rating) (컄 page 332)


(Global Positioning System) Satellite-based system for relaying geographic location information to and from vehicles equipped with special receivers. Employs CD digital maps for navigation.


GVW


(Gross Vehicle Weight) (컄 page 332)


GVWR


(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (컄 page 332)


The displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, including the tachometer, speedo- meter, engine temperature display and fuel gauge.


Kickdown


Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts the transmis- sion down to the lowest possible gear. This very quickly accelerates the vehicle and should not be used for normal acceleration needs.


Kilopascal (kPa) (컄 page 332)


Locking knob


Knob on the door which indicates whether the door is locked or un- locked. Pushing the locking knob down on an individual door from inside will lock that door.


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Technical terms


Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles)


MON


Overspeed range


Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, and calls for the next maintenance service accord- ingly.


Maximum load rating


(컄 page 332)


Maximum loaded vehicle weight


(컄 page 332)


Maximum tire inflation pressure


(컄 page 333)


Memory function


Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and mirror positions.


(Motor Octane Number) The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gasoline’s ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the MON (Motor Octane Number) and ->RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. Multifunction display


Display field in the instrument cluster used to present information provided by the control system.


Multifunction steering wheel


Steering wheel with buttons for operating the control system.


Normal occupant weight


(컄 page 333)


Engine speeds within the red marking of the tachometer dial. Avoid this engine speed range, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.


Poly-V-belt drive


Drives engine-components (alternator, AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.


Power train


Collective term designating all components used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, including 앫 engine 앫 clutch/torque converter 앫 transmission 앫 transfer case 앫 drive shaft 앫 differential 앫 axle shafts/axles


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Technical terms


Production options weight


(컄 page 333)


Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automatic transmission* between standard operation S, comfort operation C and manual operation M.


PSI


(Pounds per square inch) (컄 page 333)


Recommended tire inflation pressure


(컄 page 333)


Restraint systems


Seat belts, belt tensioners, air bags and child restraint systems. As inde- pendent systems, their protective functions complement one another.


Rim


(컄 page 333)


RON


SRS


(Research Octane Number) The Research Octane Number for gaso- line as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gaso- line’s ability to resist undesired deto- nation (knocking). The average of both the ->MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.


Shift lock


When the vehicle is parked, this lock prevents the transmission gear selector lever from being moved out of position P without SmartKey turned and brake pedal depressed.


Sidewall


(컄 page 333)


(Supplemental Restraint System) Seat belts, emergency tensioning device and air bags. Though indepen- dent systems, they are closely inter- faced to provide effective occupant protection.


Tele Aid* System


(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and manual emergency, roadside assis- tance and information. Tele Aid is initially activated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call. The Tele Aid system is operational provided that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available.


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Technical terms


Telematics*


A combination of the terms “tele- communications” and “informatics”.


Tightening torque


Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug wrench) with which threaded fasteners such as wheel bolts are tightened.


TIN


(Tire Identification Number) (컄 page 333) Tire load rating (컄 page 334)


Tire ply composition and material used


(컄 page 334)


Tire speed rating


(컄 page 334)


Traction


(컄 page 334)


Tread


(컄 page 334)


Treadwear indicators


(컄 page 334)


Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards


(컄 page 334)


Vehicle capacity weight


(컄 page 334)


Vehicle maximum load on the tire


(컄 page 334)


VIN


(Vehicle Identification Number) The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the body to uniquely identify each vehicle produced.


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A ABS 25, 82, 443


Indicator lamp 350
Messages in display 360


Accelerator position,


automatic transmission 158


Accessory weight 331
Accident


In case of 53


Active head restraint 71, 391
Active head restraints see Head restraints


Additional turn signals 395
Air bags 61


BabySmartTM deactivation


system 75, 443


Children 75
Front passenger front air bag off


indicator lamp 27, 75, 357


Front, Driver 65
Front, Passenger 65
Passenger 65
Safety guidelines 64
Side impact (front and rear*) 66
Window curtain 66


Air conditioning refrigerant 437
Air conditioning system


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 184
Climate control 174
Air conditioning, Cooling


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 194
Climate control 182


Air distribution


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 189
Climate control 178


Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air pump, electric


Turning on 409


Air recirculation mode


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 191
Climate control 180


Air vents, Front


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 185
Climate control 175


Index


Air vents, Rear


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 196
Climate control 183


Air volume


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 190
Climate control 178


Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 406, 443
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 440, 441
Anti-theft systems 88


Anti-theft alarm system* 88
Immobilizer 88
Tow-away alarm* 90


Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Armrest 257
Ashtrays 260
Aspect ratio 331
ATF (Automatic transmission fluid) 301
AUDIO menu (Control system) 131


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Index


Audio system 197


Automatic time change (Standard time,


Audio and telephone, operation 197
Button and soft key operation 200
CD changer* with MP3 216
CD operation 214
Operating and display elements 198
Operating audio system 200
Operating safety 197
Radio operation 205
Telephone* operation 223


Auto-dimming mirror* 169
Automatic central locking


Activating/deactivating (Control system) 147
Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 184
Control panel 185
Defrosting, front 190
Rear window defroster 173
Automatic headlamp mode 115
Automatic locking when driving 103
Automatic shift program


Program mode selector switch


(Automatic transmission) 161


Daylight Saving time) 142
Automatic transmission 155
Accelerator position 158
Automatic shift program 161
Emergency operation


(Limp-Home Mode) 168


Fluid level (ATF) 301
Gear ranges 160
Gear selector lever 155
Gear shifting malfunctions 168
Kickdown 158
Kickdown, manual shift program 167
Manual shift program 165
Manual shifting 162
One-touch gearshifting,


Gear selector lever 162


One-touch gearshifting,


Steering wheel gearshift control 163


Program mode selector switch 161
Program mode selector switch,


manual shift program 165


Starting engine 46


BabySmartTM


Air bag deactivation system 75, 443
Compatible child seats 75, 443
Self-test 76


Backrest


Rear seat, folding 252
Seat, power 36


Backup lamps


Messages in display 374
Replacing bulbs 396


Bar 331
BAS 84, 443
Batteries, SmartKey Changing 393
Checking battery condition 98


Battery, Vehicle 303, 411


Charging 413
Disconnecting and connecting 412
Jump starting 415
Removing and installing 412


Bead 331
Bi-Xenon headlamps see headlamps Block heater (Canada only) 337
Bolts, Spare wheel 385
Brake Assist System see BAS


450


Index


Brake fluid 437


Checking 295
Message in display 366


Brake lamps


Cleaning lenses 344
Messages in display 374
Replacing bulbs 400


Brake pads


Message in display 366


Brakes 284


Warning lamp 25, 351


Break-in period 282
Bulbs, replacing see Replacing bulbs


CAC 443
California retail buyers and lessees,


important notice 11


CAN system 444
Cargo area see Trunk Cargo tie-down rings* 255
Carpets, cleaning 346
Catalytic converter 291
CD changer* 214
CD player* 132, 214
Centigrade see Temperature display


mode 137


Central locking


Cockpit Management and Data System


Automatic 103, 147
From inside 104
Locking/unlocking from inside 104
Switch 104


Certification label 426
Charcoal filter


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 193


Children in the vehicle 72


Air bags 62
Blocking rear door window


operation 80


see COMAND


Cold tire inflation pressure 331
Collapsible tire 383, 433, 444
Collapsible wheel chock 382
COMAND* 444
COMAND* see separate COMAND


operating instructions


Combination switch 49, 118
Control system 125, 444


Multifunction display 125
Multifunction steering wheel 126
Resetting to factory default 135


Indicator lamp, front passenger


Control system menu 125, 444


air bag 75, 357


Infant and child restraint systems 73
LATCH-type child seat anchors 79


Cigarette lighter 262
Climate control system 174


Control panel 175
Defrosting, Front 179
Rear window defroster 173


Clock 25, 125


Setting time 140, 141


Cockpit 22, 444


AUDIO 131
Menus overview 128
NAV* 134
Settings 135
Standard display 130
TEL* 152
Trip computer 150
Vehicle status message


memory 134


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Index


Control system submenus 127, 129


Convenience 148
Instrument cluster 138
Lighting 144
Time/Date 140
Vehicle 147


Controller Area Network see CAN system Coolant 301, 439


Anticorrosion/antifreeze


quantity 440
Capacities 436
Checking coolant level 295, 301
Messages in display 367–369
Temperature 292
Temperature gauge 25, 123


Cruise control 245, 444


Message in display 370


Cup holder 258, 260


Cleaning 346
Curb weight 332
Customer Assistance Center see CAC


452


Date display, setting 142, 143
Daytime running lamp mode 116


Setting 144


Deep water see Standing water Defogging windshield


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 191
Climate control 180


Defrosting, Front


Automatic climate control*


(Canada only) 190
Climate control 179


Defrosting, Rear 173
Delayed shut-off


Exterior lamps 146
Interior lighting 147


Department of Transportation see DOT Difficulties


While driving 52
With starting 46
Digital clock see clock Digital speedometer 130
Dimensions, vehicle 435
Direction of rotation (tires) 308


Displays


Digital speedometer 130
Maintenance service indicator 338
Messages in display 370
Multifunction display 125
Outside temperature 130
Symbol messages 365
Text messages 360
Vehicle status messages


memory 135, 358


Distance to empty (range),


Trip computer 151
Door control panel 30
Doors


Entry lamps 121
Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 94
Message in display 370
Opening from inside/outside 96, 99
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid*) 272
Unlocking, Mechanical key 386


DOT 332
Downhill driving


Cruise control 246


Drinking and driving 283


Index


Driving


Emergency operations


Engine


Abroad 290
Hydroplaning 287
In winter 288
Instructions 42, 283
Problems 52
Safety systems 82
Systems 245
Through standing water 289


Driving safety systems


ABS 82
BAS 84
ESP® 84


Easy-entry/exit feature 39, 148
Electrical fuses see Fuses Electrical outlet 263
Electrical system, Technical data 434
Electronic Stability Program see ESP® Emergency calls


911 calls 235
Tele Aid* calls 266, 267, 271


Emergency operation


(Limp-Home Mode) 168


Gear selector lever, Unlocking 388
Locking/unlocking the vehicle 386
Power tilt/sliding sunroof*,


Manual operation 389
Remote door unlock 272
Trunk lid, Releasing from inside 102
Trunk lid, Unlocking 387


Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emergency, in case of


Battery, Jump starting 415
First aid kit 350, 380
Flat tire, Changing 404
Fuses 420
Hazard warning flasher 119
Instrument cluster,


Indicator lamps 350–356


Roadside Assistance 12, 268
Towing the vehicle 417


Emission control 291


Information label 426
System warranties 10


Belt layout 427
Block heater (Canada only) 337
Brake-in recommendations 282
Cleaning 343
Compartment 297
Malfunction indicator lamp 25, 352
Maximum engine speed 428
Number 426
Starting 46
Technical data 428
Turning 56


Engine coolant see coolant Engine number 444
Engine oil 298, 437


Adding 300
Additives 437
Changing 436
Checking level 299
Consumption 298
Display messages 299
Filler neck 301
Messages in display 299, 371, 372
Recommended engine and


oil filter 371
Viscosity 444


453


Index


ESP® 84, 444


Messages in display 361–362
Warning lamp 25, 354


ETD 70, 445


Safety guidelines 64


Exterior lamp switch 48, 114
Exterior rear view mirrors 40


Parking position 170


Fahrenheit see Temperature display


mode 137


Filler neck, Engine oil 301
First aid kit 380
Flat tire 404


Jacking up the vehicle 405
Lowering the vehicle 410
Mounting the spare wheel 404
Preparing the vehicle 404
Spare wheel with collapsible tire 383


Flexible Service System see FSS


Fluids


Fuel 293, 438


Automatic transmission fluid 301,


436


Brake fluid 295, 437
Capacities 436
Engine coolant 295, 439
Engine oil 298, 437
Power steering fluid 436
Windshield washer and headlamp


cleaning system* 304, 442


Additives 438
Capacities, Fuel tank 436
Filling the tank 293
Fuel filler flap and cap, Multifunction


display messages 353, 373


Fuel gauge 25
Fuel reserve warning lamp 354
Requirements, Octane rating 439
Technical data 436, 438


Fog lamps 117, 118


Message in display 374, 376
Replacing bulbs 395, 396


Front air bags 65
Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag 65
Front passenger front air bag off indicator


lamp 27, 75, 357


Fuel consumption statistics


After start 150
Since last reset 151


Fuel filler flap 293
Fuel reserve warning lamp 25
Fuel tank


Capacity 436
Filler flap 293


Front seat head restraints see Head


Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.


restraints 106


FSS (Flexible Service System) (Canada


vehicles) 338, 445


Capacities 436


454


Fuses 420


Aids for changing fuses 420
Fuse box (main) in passenger


compartment 421


Fuse box in engine compartment 421
Fuse box in trunk 422
Fuse chart 420
Fuse extractor 420, 422
Replacing 420
Spare fuses 420


Garage door opener 273
Gasoline also see Fuel Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 332
Gear range 445


Automatic transmission 160
Limiting 160, 162
Shifting into optimal 162
Gear selector lever 45, 155


Cleaning 346
Lock 45
Position indicator 156
Position, Automatic


transmission 125, 155, 157


Unlocking in an emergency 388


Global locking/unlocking see Key Global Positioning System see GPS Glove box 256
Good visibility 169
GPS 445
Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW GVW 332
GVWR 332


Halogen headlamp see Headlamps Hands-free microphone 29
Hard plastic trim items, cleaning 346
Hazard warning flasher 119
Head restraints 106


Active head restraint 71
Front seat,


Removing and installing 106


Power seat, Adjusting 37
Rear seat, Folding back 107
Rear seat, Removing and


installing 108


Resetting activated head


restraints 391


Index


Head unit


Time synchronization* with 140


Headlamp cleaning system* 169, 304,


436


Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed


shut-off, Exterior lamps


Headlamps


Automatic headlamp mode 115
Bi-Xenon* 399, 443
Cleaning lenses 344
Halogen 397
High beam see High beam flasher High beam see High beam headlamps Low beam see Low beam headlamps Manual headlamp mode 115
Messages in display 374, 375, 376
Replacing bulbs 394
Switch 48, 55


Headliner and shelf below rear window


Cleaning and care of 347


Heated seats 110
High beam flasher 49, 118
High beam headlamps 49, 118


Indicator lamp 25
Messages in display 375
Replacing bulbs 395, 398


455


Index


High mounted brake lamp 396
Hood 297


Message in display 373


Horn 23
HVAC see Climate control Hydroplaning 287


Identification labels 426
Identification number, Vehicle (VIN) 426
Ignition 33, 46
Immobilizer 88
Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and


warning


Infant and child restraint systems see


Children in the vehicle


Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation


pressures


Inside door handle 99
Instrument and controls see Instrument


cluster


Instrument cluster 24, 122, 445


Cleaning 346
Illumination brightness 122
Lamps 350, 356
Messages in display see Malfunction


display messages


Multifunction display 125


Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster,


Illumination brightness


Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting 120


Delayed shut-off 147


Interior rear view mirror 40


Auto-dimming mirrors* 169


Interior storage spaces see Storage


compartment


Jack 380
Jacking up the vehicle 405
Jump starting 415


Key, mechanical 386
Key, SmartKey


Batteries 98
Battery check lamp 98
Changing batteries 393
Factory setting 96
Locking/unlocking 32, 96
Locking/unlocking, Global setting 96
Locking/unlocking, Selective


setting 96


Loss of 98
Messages in display 373
Opening and closing the power


windows 241


Opening and closing the tilt/sliding


sunroof* 241


Positions in starter switch 33
Remote control 94
Starting the engine 45
Turning off the engine 56
Unlocking, Trunk lid 98
Valet locking 103


Kickdown 158, 445
Kilopascal 332


456


Index


Labels 426


Certification 426
Emission control information 426
Emission control vacuum line


routing 426


Lamp sensor


Message in display 375


Lamps, exterior 395, 396


Maintenance service indicator 338
Rear fog lamp 114
Seat belt telltale 25
SRS 25, 61, 356
Turn signals 25


Language, Setting 138
LATCH-type child seat anchors see


Children in the vehicle


Leather upholstery, Cleaning and


Locking knob 445
Loss of keys 98
Loss of Service and Warranty Information


Booklet 425


Low beam headlamps Indicator lamp 25
Messages in display 375, 376
Replacing bulbs 395, 398
Switching on 48


Light sensor 375
Messages in display 374, 375, 376,


care of 347


License plate lamps


377


Lamps, indicator and warning


ABS 25, 350
Battery (SmartKey) 96
Brakes 25, 351
Engine diagnostics 352, 356
Engine malfunction 25, 352–353
ESP® 25, 354
Fog lamps 114
Front passenger front air bag off 27,


66


Fuel reserve 25, 354
High beam headlamps 25
Instrument cluster 350, 356
Low beam headlamps 25


Messages in display 375
Replacing bulbs 396


Light alloy wheels Cleaning 346
Technical data 431, 432
Light sensor see Lamp sensor Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting


Parking lamps 114


Lighting, Exterior and interior 114
Limp-Home Mode 168
Loading see Vehicle loading Loading terminology 331
Loading the vehicle 308
Locator lighting 117, 145


Lubricants 436


Technical data 436
Lumbar support* 109


Main dimensions 435
Main fuse box


In passenger compartment 421


Main odometer 125


457


Index


Maintenance 12, 338


Calling up service indicator


display 339


Clearing service indicator


message 339


FSS (Canada vehicles) 338
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 338


Resetting service indicator 340
Service indicator message 338
Service term exceeded 339


Maintenance System


(U.S. vehicles) 338, 446


Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps Maximum load rating, Tires 332
Maximum loaded vehicle weight 332
Maximum tire inflation pressure 333
MB Tex upholstery, Cleaning and


care of 347


Mechanical key 386
Memory function see Steering wheel Menus see Control system Microphone, Hands-free 29


458


Mirrors


Adjusting 40
Auto-dimming* 169
Exterior rear view mirror 40
Exterior rear view mirror,


Parking position 113, 149, 170


Interior rear view mirror 40


MON 446
Motor Octane Number see MON Multifunction display 125, 446


Changing settings see Control system


menus and Control system sub- menus


Multifunction display messages


ABS 360
Brake fluid 366
Brake lamps 374
Brake pads 366
Coolant 367, 368, 369
Cruise control 370
Display 370
Door 370
Engine coolant 367, 368, 369
Engine oil 371, 372
ESP® 361, 362
Fog lamps 374, 376


Fuel cap 353, 373
Headlamps 375, 376
Hood 373
Key, SmartKey 373
Lamps, exterior 374–377
Parking brake 366
Parking lamp 376
Seat belt system 378
SRS 363
Steering gear oil 378
Tele Aid* 379
Telephone* 379
Tilt/sliding sunroof* 379
Trunk 379
Turn signals 377
Windshield washer fluid 379


Multifunction steering wheel 26, 126,


446
Button operation 126


Navigation system* 134


See separate COMAND* operating


instructions Net, parcel 258
Neutral gear position, Automatic


transmission 155


Index


One-touch gearshifting, Steering wheel


Parking position


New vehicle break-in 282
Night security illumination 117


Setting 146


Normal occupant weight 333
Number, vehicle identification (VIN) 426


Occupant distribution 333
Occupant safety 60


Air bags 61
Children and air bags 62
Children in the vehicle 72
Fastening the seat belt 42
Front passenger front air bag off


indicator lamp 75, 357


gearshift control (Automatic transmission) 163


Operating safety 197
Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 344
Outside temperature indicator 124
Outside temperature see Displays Overhead control panel 29
Overspeed range 446


Paintwork, Cleaning 342
Panic alarm* 81
Parcel net


In front passenger footwell 258


Infant and child restraint systems 73
LATCH-type child seat anchors 79
Seat belts 42, 64


Odometer 125
Oil level see Engine oil level, Checking oil


Parking 54, 285
Parking brake 46, 54


Engaging 54
Message in display 366
Releasing 46


level


Parking lamps


Oil see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting, Gear selector le-


Messages in display 376
Replacing bulbs 395


ver (Automatic transmission) 162
Canceling gear range limit 162
Downshifting 162
Upshifting 162


Exterior rear view mirrors 113, 149,


170


Parts service 424
Passenger compartment 290


Interior lighting 120
Interior rear view mirror 40
Main fuse box in 421
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 446


Layout 427


Positions (memory function) see Seats Power assistance 283
Power outlet in rear passenger


compartment 263


Power seat see Seats, Power 36


459


Index


Power tilt/sliding sunroof 242


Program mode selector switch 447


Rear seat head restraints see Head


Opening/closing in an


emergency 389


Stopping 244
Synchronizing 244


Power tilt/sliding sunroof*


Messages in display 379
Opening/closing 242
Opening/closing, SmartKey 241


Power train 446
Power washer 342
Power windows 238


Cleaning 345
Opening/closing 238
Rear door window,


Blocking operation 80


Stopping 240
Synchronizing 240


Practical hints 350
Premium unleaded gasoline 438
Problems


While driving 52
With vehicle 17


Product information 9
Production options weight 333
Program mode 125


460


Automatic shift program, automatic


restraints


transmission 161


Manual shift program, automatic


transmission 165


PSI 333
Push starting 415
Push-start see Tow-start


Radio


Operation 200, 205
Selecting stations (Control


system) 131


Radio transmitters 290
Range (distance to empty) 151
Reading lamp 120
Rear bench seat, foldable* 252
Rear door window


Blocking operation 80


Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear outer seats


Adjusting head restraint height 107


Rear passenger compartment


Adjustable air vents 183, 196


Rear seat ashtray see Ashtray


Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 173
Rear window sunshade* 172
Recommended tire inflation


pressure 333


Recovery services, Stolen vehicle


(Tele Aid*) 272


Refrigerant, Air conditioning 437
Refueling 293
Regular checks 294
Remote control, SmartKey 94
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid*) 272
Replacing bulbs


Additional turn signal lamps 400
Backup lamp 401
Brake lamp 401
Fog lamps 401
Headlamps 395, 397, 399
High beam headlamps 395, 397
License plate lamps 401
Low beam headlamps 397
Parking lamps 398, 400, 401
Rear lamps 396
Side marker lamps 400, 401


Standing lamps 398, 400, 401
Tail lamps 401
Turn signal lamps 398, 400, 401


Reporting safety defects 18
Research Octane Number see RON Reset button, In the instrument


cluster 122, 136


Reset tool


Location 391


Residual heat utilization 195
Residual ventilation 195
Restraint system


see Children in the vehicle see Infant and child restraint systems see SRS


Restraint system see Infant and child re-


straint systems


Reverse gear position, Automatic


transmission 45


Rims 333, 429
Roadside Assistance 12
RON 447
Roof rack* 248
Rubber parts, Cleaning 346
Run Flat Indicator* (Canada only) 318


Safety


Driving safety systems 82
Occupant 60
Reporting defects 18
Safety belts see Seat belts Satellite radio* 209
Seat belt force limiter 70
Seat belts 67


Children in the vehicle 72
Cleaning 347
Fastening 42
Height adjustment 44
Message in display 378
Proper use of 44, 68
Safety guidelines 64
Telltale 25, 378


Seat heating 110
Seating capacity 310
Seats, 35, 106
Heating 110
Lumbar support* 109
Memory function 111
Power 36, 106
Rear bench seat* 252


Securing cargo 255


Index


Selecting radio mode 205
Selector lever see gear selector lever Self-test


BabySmartTM air bag deactivation


system 76
Tele Aid* 266


Service and Warranty Booklet


Loss of 425


Service and warranty information 10
Service intervals see Maintenance service


indicator 338


Service life (tires) 306
Service see Maintenance Service system


see FSS (Canada vehicles) or Mainte- nance System (U.S. vehicles) 338


Service System see FSS Service, Parts 424


461


Index


Settings


Control system menus and


submenus 128, 129


Date 142, 143
Factory, SmartKey 96
Individual, SmartKey 96
Individual, Vehicle 135
Lighting (control system) 144
Memory function 111
Menus and submenus 127
Resetting all (control system) 136
Selective, SmartKey 96
Time 140, 141


Side marker lamps


Cleaning lenses 344
Messages in display 374
Replacing bulbs 400


Side windows see Power windows Sidewall 333
Ski sack (Canada only) 249
Ski sack* (Canada only) 251, 252
SmartKey see Key, SmartKey Snow chains 337
Sound system* 202
Spare fuses 420
Spare wheel 433


Shelf below rear window, cleaning 347
Shift lever position indicator 125, 156
Shift lock 447
Shift program (manual)


Automatic transmission 165


Shift program mode, Automatic


transmission 125


Shifting 155


Automatic transmission 45
Into optimal gear range


Bolts 385
Mounting 404


Speed settings


Cruise control 247
Speedometer 25, 138
Split rear bench seat* 252
SRS 68, 447


Indicator lamp 25, 356
Message in display 363


Standing lamps


(automatic transmission) 162

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