2002 Mercedes-benz C Class Coupe Owners Manual

C-Class Sportcoupé Operator’s Manual

C 230 Kompressor

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:

• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for

your reference.

• Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the

operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

• Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety

of the vehicle operator and occupants.

We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving. DaimlerChrysler AG

Introduction

Product information .......................... 7
Operator’s manual ............................. 8
Where to find it ................................ 13
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15

Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18
Door control panel ....................... 20
Overhead control panel............... 21
Dashboard ..................................... 22
Center console .............................. 24

Operation

Vehicle keys ...................................... 28
Start lock-out..................................... 30
General notes on the

central locking system ............... 30
Central locking system ................... 31

Radio frequency and infrared remote control............... 31
Locking and unlocking................ 33

Choosing global or selective mode on remote control.............. 33
Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof from outside ................................. 34
Panic button ................................. 35
Mechanical keys .......................... 35
Doors ................................................. 36
Central locking switch.................... 38
Automatic central locking.............. 40
Emergency unlocking

in case of accident...................... 40
Trunk.................................................. 41
Trunk lid emergency release ....... 43
Antitheft alarm system................... 44
Tow-away alarm ............................... 46
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 47
Front seat adjustment..................... 48
Removal and installation of

front seat head restraints.......... 54

Front seat backrest

- locking and unlocking............. 56
Heated seats ..................................... 58
Rear seat head restraints ............... 60

Contents

Seat belts and integrated

restraint system .......................... 62
Seat belts........................................... 62
Seat belt nonusage

warning system ........................... 63

BabySmartTM airbag

deactivation system .................... 69

Self-test BabySmartTM without

special child seat installed ........ 69

Supplemental Restraint

System (SRS)................................ 70

Emergency tensioning

retractor (ETR)............................. 71
Airbags .............................................. 72
Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag.................... 80

Infant and child

restraint systems......................... 82

Steering wheel adjustment

(manual) ....................................... 87

Steering wheel adjustment

(electrical) .................................... 88
Rear view mirrors ............................ 89
Instrument cluster........................... 96

Contents

Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ............... 102

Trip and main odometer and

sub menu.................................... 106
Audio systems ................................ 108
Radio ............................................ 108
CD player ..................................... 109
Cassette player ........................... 110
Telephone......................................... 111
Navigation system........................... 116
Trip computer................................. 117
Malfunction/warning

message memory ....................... 119
Individual settings......................... 121
Setting the audio volume.............. 136
Coolant temperature gauge.......... 137
Flexible service system (FSS) ...... 138
Engine oil level indicator.............. 141
Engine oil consumption................ 142
Exterior lamp switch ..................... 143
Headlamp mode ............................. 144

Night security illumination ......... 146
Locator lighting.......................... 147
Headlamp cleaning system.......... 147
Combination switch ...................... 148
Hazard warning flasher switch.... 151
Climate control .............................. 152
Automatic climate control............ 160
Front center console storage

compartment ventilation.......... 171

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air outlets ............... 172

Operation Audio and

telephone ................................... 173
Operating safety ............................ 173
Operating and display elements .. 174
Button and soft key operation...... 176
Component malfunctions............. 195
Power windows .............................. 197
Sunshade for panorama

sliding/pop-up roof .................. 199
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof .... 200
Interior lighting............................. 203
Sun visors....................................... 205
Vanity mirrors................................ 205

Interior............................................. 206
Storage compartments

and armrests ..............................206
Glove box ..................................... 207
Cup holder ...................................... 210
Ashtrays .......................................... 211
Lighter ............................................. 213
Parcel net in front passenger

footwell ....................................... 214
Split folding rear seat bench........ 215
Luggage cover – removal

and installation ......................... 217

Loading instructions (vehicle

with enlarged cargo area)........ 218
Cellular telephone ......................... 219
Telephone, general ........................ 220
Garage door opener ....................... 221

Driving

Control and operation of

radio transmitters..................... 226

The first 1 000 miles

(1 500 km) ................................. 227

Maintenance................................... 227
Tele Aid............................................ 228
Catalytic converter......................... 238
Emission control ............................ 239
Starter switch ................................. 240
Starting and turning off

the engine .................................. 242
Manual transmission .................... 244
Automatic transmission................ 246
Parking brake................................. 256
Driving instructions ...................... 257
Drive sensibly – Save Fuel........ 257
Drinking and driving................. 257
Pedals........................................... 257
Power assistance ........................ 258
Brakes .......................................... 258
Driving off ................................... 259
Parking ........................................ 260
Tires ............................................. 261
Snow chains ................................ 263
Winter driving instructions...... 264
Deep water .................................. 266
Passenger compartment............ 267
Traveling abroad......................... 267

Cruise control ................................ 268
Brake assist system (BAS)............ 271
Antilock brake system (ABS)....... 272
Electronic stability program

(ESP) ........................................... 274

What you should know

at the gas station ...................... 278

Check regularly and before

a long trip .................................. 280

Instrument cluster display

Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster......................................... 282
On-board diagnostic system......... 283

Check engine malfunction indicator lamp ............................ 283
Brake warning lamp.................. 284
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp.... 285
Fuel reserve warning ................ 286
ABS malfunction indicator lamp ............................................. 287

Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp ............... 288

Seat belt nonusage warning

lamp ............................................288

Malfunction and indicator

lamp in the center console ...... 289
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp..... 289

Malfunction and warning

messages in the multifunction display ............... 290
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE ................ 291
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR........ 292
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM..... 293
BRAKE ASSIST ........................... 293
BRAKE PAD WEAR .................... 294
BRAKE FLUID............................. 294
PARKING BRAKE ....................... 295
SEAT BELT SYSTEM................... 295
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program).. 296
COOLANT (coolant level) .......... 297
COOLANT (coolant temperature)................ 298
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 299

Contents

Contents

LIGHTING SYSTEM.................... 300
LIGHT SENSOR........................... 302
DOOR............................................ 302
TRUNK OPEN ............................. 303
HOOD ........................................... 303
TELEPHONE – FUNCTION........ 304
TELE AID ..................................... 304
WASHER FLUID.......................... 305
RESTRAINT SYSTEM................. 306
KEY............................................... 306
FUEL RESERVE .......................... 307
UNDERVOLTAGE........................ 307
STEERING WHEEL ADJUST...... 308

Practical hints

First aid kit...................................... 310
Stowing things in the vehicle ...... 311
Fuses................................................ 311
Hood................................................. 315
Automatic transmission

fluid level ................................... 317
Adding engine oil........................... 318
Coolant level ................................... 319

Adding coolant ............................ 319

Windshield and headlamp

washer system .......................... 320

Spare wheel, storage

compartment............................. 321
Vehicle tools and air pump .......... 322
Vehicle jack .................................... 323
Wheels ............................................ 324
Tire replacement........................ 324
Rotating wheels ......................... 325
Spare wheel.................................... 326
Changing wheels........................... 327

Inflating the collapsible spare tire..................................... 333
Storing spare wheel in wheel well................................... 334
Tire inflation pressure ................. 335
Battery............................................. 336
Jump starting.................................. 338
Towing the vehicle ........................ 341

Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking .................. 344
Exterior lamps ............................... 345
Replacing bulbs ......................... 345

Changing batteries in the

electronic main key .................. 351
Synchronizing remote control.......................................... 353
Emergency engine shut-down ..... 353
Fuel filler flap, manual release ... 354
Replacing wiper blade insert....... 356
Roof rack ......................................... 357

Vehicle care

Cleaning and care of

the vehicle.................................. 360
Power washer.............................. 361
Tar stains ..................................... 361
Paintwork, painted body components................................. 361
Engine cleaning.......................... 362
Vehicle washing ......................... 362
Ornamental moldings................ 363
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses ...................... 363
Window cleaning........................ 363
Wiper blade................................. 363

Premium unleaded gasoline........ 380
Fuel requirements......................... 380
Gasoline additives......................... 381
Coolants .......................................... 381
Consumer information ................. 383
Uniform tire quality grading ....... 383

Index

Index ............................................... 385

Light alloy wheels ...................... 364
Instrument cluster ..................... 364
Steering wheel and gear selector lever ......................364
Cup holder................................... 364
Seat belts ..................................... 365
Headliner and shelf below rear window ................................ 365
Leather upholstery..................... 365
Hard plastic trim items ............. 365
Plastic and rubber parts............ 365

Technical data

Spare parts service........................ 368
Warranty coverage......................... 368
Identification labels....................... 369
Layout of poly-V-belt drive............ 371
Technical data................................. 373
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. -

capacities ................................... 377
Engine oils ...................................... 379
Engine oil additives....................... 379
Air conditioner refrigerant........... 379
Brake fluid ...................................... 379

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Product information Kindly observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

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Operator’s manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: • New Car Limited Warranty, • Emission System Warranty, • Emission Performance Warranty, • California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

(California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),

• State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).

Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one ore more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs: (1) the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair and have given us a direct opportunity to perform a repair ourselves, (2) the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us of the need for its repair and given us the opportunity to repair ourselves, or (3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

Maintenance The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals. Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.

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Roadside assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number:

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.

Change of address or ownership If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator. If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, • unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage

the catalysts,

• gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:

In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5

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We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle. If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

Where to find it

The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections: • Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat. • Operation: Information on the vehicle’s equipment and its operation. • Driving: Important information on driving. • Instrument cluster display: Displays and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions. • Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency. • Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle. • Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels,

coolants, lubricants etc. is contained here.

• Index: Key terms to help you find a topic quickly.

Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.

Explanation of color used:

Warning notices for the protection of yourself and others appear on red background.

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Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at the following addresses:

In the USA:

In Canada:

Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5

For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.

Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18
Door control panel ....................... 20
Overhead control panel............... 21
Dashboard ..................................... 22
Center console .............................. 24

Contents - Instruments and controls

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Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

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Instruments and controls

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1 Door control panel, see page 20
2 Overhead control panel, see page 21

3 Dashboard, see page 22
4 Center console, see page 24

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Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Door control panel

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1 Door handle, pull to open, see page 36
2 Memory function (optional), for storing seat, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror settings, see page 93

3 Front seat adjustment switch (optional), see page 48
4 Steering wheel adjustment switch (optional),

see page 88

5 Power window switch, see page 197

Overhead control panel

1 Interior lighting, see page 203
2 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 228
3 Panorama sliding/pop-up roof, see page 200
4 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid and optional

telephone with voice recognition system

5 Rear view mirror, see page 89
6 Garage door opener, see page 221

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Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Dashboard

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10

12

13

14

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1 Hood lock release, see page 315
2 Parking brake pedal, see page 256
3 Steering wheel adjustment (manual), see page 87
4 Parking brake release, see page 256
5 Exterior lamp switch, see page 143
6 Combination switch, see page 148
7 Exterior mirror adjustment switch, see page 90
8 Headlamp washer button, see page 147
9 Cruise control switch, see page 268

10 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 102
Horn (with electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2)

11 Instrument cluster, see page 96
12 Voice recognition system switch (optional), see

separate operating instructions

13 Starter switch, see page 240
14 Glove box lid release, see page 207
15 Glove box lock, see page 207

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Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Center console

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1 Left front seat heater switch, see page 58
2 ESP (electronic stability program) control switch, ,

see page 274

2 3 4

5 6

3 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 151
4 Central locking switch, see page 38
5 Antitheft alarm system, see page 44

Switch for tow-away protection, see page 46
6 Right front seat heater switch, see page 58
7 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp, see page 289
8 COMAND system (optional), see separate

operating instructions, or audio system, see page 173

9 Climate control, see page 152

Automatic climate control, see page 160
Rear window defroster, see page 170

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10 Ashtray, see page 211
11 Automatic transmission, see page 246, or

Manual transmission, see page 244

12 Storage compartment, see page 208
13 Armrest, see page 208

Storage compartment, see page 213

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Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Contents - Operation

Operation

Vehicle keys ...................................... 28
Start lock-out..................................... 30
General notes on the

central locking system ............... 30
Central locking system ................... 31

Radio frequency and infrared remote control............... 31
Locking and unlocking................ 33
Choosing global or selective mode on remote control .............. 33
Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof from outside.................................. 34
Panic button .................................. 35
Mechanical keys ........................... 35
Doors.................................................. 36
Central locking switch .................... 38
Automatic central locking .............. 40
Emergency unlocking

in case of accident ...................... 40
Trunk ................................................. 41
Trunk lid emergency release ........ 43
Antitheft alarm system ................... 44

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Tow-away alarm ............................... 46
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 47
Front seat adjustment..................... 48
Removal and installation of

front seat head restraints.......... 54

Front seat backrest

- locking and unlocking............. 56
Heated seats ..................................... 58
Rear seat head restraints ............... 60
Seat belts and integrated

restraint system .......................... 62
Seat belts .......................................... 62
Seat belt nonusage

warning system........................... 63

BabySmartTM airbag

deactivation system.................... 69

Self-test BabySmartTM without

special child seat installed........ 69

Supplemental Restraint

System (SRS) ............................... 70

Emergency tensioning

retractor (ETR) ............................. 71
Airbags.............................................. 72

Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag.................... 80

Infant and child

restraint systems......................... 82

Steering wheel adjustment

(manual) ....................................... 87

Steering wheel adjustment

(electrical) .................................... 88
Rear view mirrors ............................ 89
Instrument cluster........................... 96
Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ............... 102

Trip and main odometer and

sub menu ................................... 106
Audio systems ................................ 108
Radio ............................................ 108
CD player..................................... 109
Cassette player ........................... 110
Telephone......................................... 111
Navigation system........................... 116
Trip computer................................. 117
Malfunction/warning

message memory ....................... 119

Individual settings......................... 121
Setting the audio volume.............. 136
Coolant temperature gauge.......... 137
Flexible service system (FSS) ...... 138
Engine oil level indicator.............. 141
Engine oil consumption................ 142
Exterior lamp switch ..................... 143
Headlamp mode ............................. 144
Night security illumination.......... 146
Locator lighting .......................... 147
Headlamp cleaning system .......... 147
Combination switch....................... 148
Hazard warning flasher switch ... 151
Climate control............................... 152
Automatic climate control ............ 160

Front center console storage

compartment ventilation.......... 171

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air outlets ............... 172

Operation Audio and

telephone ................................... 173
Operating safety ............................ 173
Operating and display elements .. 174
Button and soft key operation...... 176
Component malfunctions............. 195
Power windows .............................. 197
Sunshade for panorama

sliding/pop-up roof .................. 199
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof .... 200
Interior lighting............................. 203
Sun visors....................................... 205
Vanity mirrors................................ 205
Interior ............................................ 206

Storage compartments

and armrests ..............................206
Glove box ..................................... 207
Cup holder ...................................... 210
Ashtrays .......................................... 211
Lighter ............................................. 213
Parcel net in front passenger

footwell ....................................... 214
Split folding rear seat bench........ 215
Luggage cover – removal

and installation ......................... 217

Loading instructions (vehicle

with enlarged cargo area)........ 218
Cellular telephone ......................... 219
Telephone, general ........................ 220
Garage door opener ....................... 221

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Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

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Vehicle keys Included with your vehicle are 2 electronic keys with integrated radio frequency and infrared remote controls plus removable mechanical key. The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two electronic keys are a different color to help distinguish it.

Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Electronic key

The electronic key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control, plus removable mechanical key. The remote control (1) operates all locks on the vehicle. The mechanical key (2) works only in the driver’s door, trunk, and glove box lock.

When using the mechanical key (2) for lock operations, it can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control. To do so, move locking tab (3) to the right and slide the mechanical key (2) in direction of arrow (4). The remote control transmitter is located in the electronic key. The infrared receivers are located in the door handles.

Note: Remove the mechanical key from the electronic key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to trunk or storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key. See page 41 for separate locking of trunk and page 207 for locking of glove box.

Obtaining replacement keys Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

Start lock-out

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Important! Removing the electronic key from the starter switch activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be started. Inserting the electronic key in the starter switch deactivates the start lock-out.

Note: In case the engine cannot be started (vehicle’s battery is in order), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR- MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

General notes on the central locking system If the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control. If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked: • Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either door

handle. Check the batteries of the electronic key, see page 351, or synchronize the electronic key, see page 353.

• Use the mechanical key to unlock the vehicle. To

start engine, insert the electronic key in the starter switch. There could be a slight delay until the electronic key can be turned in the starter switch.

Important! When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

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Radio frequency and infrared remote control The electronic key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control. Due to the extended operational range of the remote control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button. If one of the transmit buttons is pressed, the battery check lamp lights up briefly – indicating that the batteries are in order. See page 351 for checking batteries. The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control. Opening and closing the windows and panorama sliding/pop-up roof can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control. Aim transmitter eye at a receiver (6 or 7), press and hold transmit button Œ or ‹, see page 34. If the electronic key is inserted in starter switch, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked, and the trunk lid cannot be opened with the remote control.

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1 Transmit button

‹ Locking Œ Unlocking

2 Lamp for battery check (see page 351 for changing

batteries if it does not light up briefly)

3 PANIC button 4 Transmitter eye 5 Locking tab for mechanical key

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6 Infrared receiver in driver’s door handle

7 Infrared receiver in passenger door handle

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Locking and unlocking with remote control

Unlocking: Press transmit button Œ. All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked. The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking modes (see below): Selective unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock driver’s door and fuel filler flap. Press transmit button Œ twice to unlock all doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk. Global unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock all doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk.

Notes: The presently active unlocking mode (selective or global) can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control (see below for changing mode).

If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control, neither door or trunk is opened, the electronic key is not inserted in the starter switch, or the central locking switch is not activated, the vehicle will automatically lock.

Locking: Press transmit button ‹ once. All turn signal lamps blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. If they do not blink three times, a door or trunk is not properly closed.

Note: If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button, then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic key will light briefly when pressing transmit button) or to synchronize the remote control, see pages 351 and 353.

Choosing global or selective mode on remote control Press and hold transmit buttons ‹ and Œ simultaneously for five seconds to reprogram the remote control. Battery check lamp will blink two times indicating the completed mode change.

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Opening and closing windows and panorama sliding/pop-up roof from outside (summer opening/convenience feature) Aim transmitter eye of remote control at the door receiver.

Summer opening: The panorama sliding/pop-up roof and all side windows can be opened automatically. Continue to press transmit button Πafter unlocking the vehicle. The windows and panorama sliding/pop-up roof begin to open after a short time. To interrupt opening procedure, release transmit button.

Convenience feature: The panorama sliding/pop-up roof and the side windows can be closed. Continue to press transmit button ‹ after locking the vehicle. The windows and panorama sliding/pop-up roof begin to close after approximately 1 second.

To interrupt closing procedure, release transmit button. Ensure that all side windows and the panorama sliding/pop-up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.

Warning! Never operate the windows or panorama sliding/ pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure. In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the remote control button. To reverse direction of movement press Œ for opening or ‹ for closing.

Note: If the windows and panorama sliding/pop-up roof cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit button of the remote control then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic key will light briefly when transmitting), or to synchronize the remote control, see page 351 and 353.

Panic button

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To activate press and hold button (1) for at least one second. An audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately 3 minutes. To deactivate press button (1) again, or insert electronic key in starter switch.

Note: For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void to the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Mechanical keys The mechanical keys work only in driver’s door, trunk, and glove box locks.

Notes: The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 354.

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1 Opening – pull handle 2 Unlocking driver’s door 3 Locking driver’s door

Important! The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.

4 Individual door from inside:

Push lock button down to lock.

5 Individual door from inside:

Pull handle to unlock.

When you lock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the door lock button should move down. Each individual door must be locked with the respective door lock button – the driver’s door can only be locked when it is closed.

To unlock, pull inside door handles or turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 2. When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. When opening a door while the central locking system is in the: • selective unlocking mode, only that individual door

is unlocked. The remaining doors, the trunk and fuel filler flap remain locked.

• global unlocking mode, all doors, the trunk and fuel

filler flap are unlocked.

Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually. To lock, push down lock buttons or turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 3. In addition lock the trunk.

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Central locking switch

The central locking switch is located in the center console. The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central locking switch, if both doors are closed. If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the selective remote control mode, only the door opened from the inside is unlocked. If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the global remote control mode, the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside.

1 Locking 2 Unlocking

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Notes: If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control, the doors and trunk cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

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Automatic central locking With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. The automatic central locking function can be switched on or off in the individual setting menu “VEHICLE” – “AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK”, see page 121.

Notes: If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch after activating the automatic central locking, and neither door is opened, then the doors remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less with the automatic central locking activated, the door will again be automatically locked at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

If a door is opened from the inside, the complete vehicle is unlocked, if the vehicle was previously centrally unlocked using the remote control.

Important! When towing the vehicle, or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand, please, note the following: With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the vehicle doors will lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel spin at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

Emergency unlocking in case of accident The doors unlock automatically a short time after an accident in which an airbag or emergency tensioning retractor deploys (this is intended to aid rescue and exit).

Trunk The lock is located next to the recessed handle.

Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually. The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. When unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 354.

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0 Neutral position 1 Unlocking – turn mechanical key to position 1, hold

and pull handle to open

Important! Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is locked again when closing the lid if the vehicle has been previously centrally locked.

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Pull handle (arrow) to open the trunk lid. The trunk lid can only be opened manually if the vehicle was previously centrally unlocked.

Lower trunk lid using handle (1) and close it with hands placed flat on trunk lid. Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle.

Trunk lamp The trunk lamp will switch off after approximately 10 minutes if the trunk lid is left open.

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The emergency release button (1) is located in the trunk lid. Briefly press emergency release button (1). The trunk unlocks and the trunk lid opens.

Important! The emergency release button (1) does not open the trunk lid, if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected. Illumination of the emergency release button (1): The button will blink for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. The button will blink for 60 minutes after closing the trunk.

Note: When pressing the emergency release button (1) and the vehicle was centrally locked, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

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Antitheft alarm system (optional for Canada )

The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control by locking or unlocking the vehicle. The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately 10 seconds after locking the vehicle. A blinking lamp (1) indicates that the alarm is armed.

1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console

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Notes: When you unlock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key.

Operation: Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone: • opens a door, • opens the trunk, • opens the hood, • attempts to raise the vehicle.

The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a door, for example) is immediately closed. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 228.

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The switch is located in the center console.

1 Press to switch off tow-away alarm 2 Indicator lamp Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle.

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The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 228. To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train. To do so, turn electronic key in starter switch to position 0 or 1, or remove electronic key from starter switch. Press tow-away alarm switch (1). The indicator lamp (2) illuminates briefly. Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the electronic key. The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the electronic key, at which time it is automatically reactivated.

Easy-entry/exit feature (only vehicles with memory function) With the easy-entry/exit feature activated the steering wheel tilts upwards and the driver’s seat moves rearwards, when removing the electronic key from the starter switch or when opening the driver’s door and the electronic key in starter switch position 0 or 1. This allows easier entry into and exit from the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened. The easy-entry/exit feature can be switched on or off in the individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “EASY-ENTRY FEATURE ACTIVATE”, see page 134. When the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch and the driver’s door is closed, the steering wheel and the driver’s seat return to the last position set for it.

Warning! You must ensure that no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated and the driver’s door is being opened or the electronic key removed from the starter switch. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

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Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat back and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and belts are properly positioned on the body. Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted.

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When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle. The power seats can also be operated with the driver’s or front passenger door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

To operate the front power seat adjustment switches, turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2 (with respective door open, the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0).

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2 Seat adjustment, fore/aft

Press the switch (fore/aft direction) until a comfortable seating position is reached that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls.

3 Seat cushion tilt

Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported.

The switches are located in each door. We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order:

1 Seat, up/down

Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached.

4 Backrest tilt

Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel. 5 Head restraint

The height of the head restraint is adjusted automatically with the seat so that the back of the head is supported approximately at ear level. Adjust the head restraint using the switch to support the back of your head approximately at ear level.

For exterior rear view mirrors, see page 90; inside rear view mirror, see page 89; steering wheel adjustment, see page 88.

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Storing seat positions: (only vehicles with memory function) The steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror position are stored together with the seat position. See page 93 for notes on the memory function. For recalling a stored seat/head restraint/steering wheel/ and exterior rear view mirror position see page 94.

Adjust the head restraint angle by hand. Push or pull the head restraint in direction of arrow.

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We recommend to adjust the seat in the following order:

1 Fore/aft adjustment

Lift handle (1), slide seat to desired position and allow handle to reengage. Check for proper engagement before driving.

2 Seat cushion tilt

Turn handwheel (2) forward or backward.

3 Seat height adjustment

Pull handle (3) up to raise seat cushion. Push handle (3) down to lower seat cushion.

4 Backrest tilt

Turn handwheel (4) forward or backwards until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.

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