2002 Mercedes-benz C Class Wagon Owners Manual

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S203.book Seite 1 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 C-Class Operator’s Manual S203.book Seite 2 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 C 320 S203.book Seite 3 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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 S203.book Seite 1 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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 .............. 39 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ...................... 39 Tailgate .............................................. 40 Opening the tailgate .................... 40 Emergency unlocking the tailgate .....................................41 Closing the tailgate ..................... 42 Antitheft alarm system ................... 43 Tow-away alarm ............................... 44 Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 45 Front seat adjustment ..................... 46 Removal and installation of front seat head restraints .......... 50 Multicontour seat .............................51 Contents Heated seats .....................................52 Rear seat head restraints ................53 Seat belts and integrated restraint system ..........................56 Seat belts ...........................................56 Seat belt nonusage warning system ...........................57 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system ....................64 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ...............................65 Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) .............................66 Airbags ..............................................67 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag ....................75 Infant and child restraint systems .........................77 Steering wheel adjustment (electrical) ....................................83 Rear view mirrors ............................84 Instrument cluster ...........................92 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display .................96 S203.book Seite 2 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Contents Trip and main odometer and sub menu ............................100 Audio systems ................................ 102 Radio ............................................ 102 CD player ..................................... 103 Cassette player ...........................104 Telephone ........................................105 Navigation system ...........................110 Trip computer ..................................111 Malfunction/warning message memory .......................113 Individual settings ..........................115 Setting the audio volume .............. 130 Coolant temperature gauge .......... 131 Flexible service system (FSS) ............................................ 132 Engine oil level indicator .............. 135 Engine oil consumption ................ 136 Exterior lamp switch ..................... 137 Headlamp mode ............................. 138 Night security illumination .........140 Locator lighting .......................... 141 Headlamp cleaning system .......... 141 Combination switch ......................142 Rear window wiper / washer ...... 146 Hazard warning flasher switch ......................................... 147 Automatic climate control ............ 148 Front center console storage compartment ventilation ..........159 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets ................160 Operation Audio and telephone ...161 Operating safety .............................161 Operating and display elements ..162 Button and soft key operation ......164 Operation .........................................164 Switching on and off ......................164 Adjusting the volume ....................165 Audio functions ..............................165 Bass ..................................................165 Treble ...............................................165 Balance .............................................166 Centering all audio functions .......166 Audio system tone level selection 167 Radio mode ......................................167 Selecting radio mode .....................167 Selecting the band .........................167 Manual tuning ................................ 168 Seek tuning ..................................... 168 Scan tuning ..................................... 168 Weather Band ................................. 169 Station memory .............................. 169 Storing stations automatically (Autostore) ................................. 169 Storing stations ..............................170 Retrieving a station from memory .............................170 Direct frequency input AM and FM only ............. 170 Cassette mode ................................ 170 Playing cassettes ............................ 170 Cassette eject .................................. 171 Track selection ...............................172 Track search forwards/backwards .................172 Fast forward/reverse ..................... 172 Scanning ......................................... 173 Scanning ......................................... 173 Dolby NR 1 noise reduction system ............173 CD mode .......................................... 174 S203.book Seite 3 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 General notes on CD mode ........... 174 CD changer installed .....................175 Loading/emptying the CD magazine ....................... 175 Playing CDs .................................... 176 Skipping tracks forward/backward .................... 176 Fast forward/reverse .....................177 Scanning .........................................177 Random play/repeat function ...... 177 Direct track selection ....................178 Track and time display ................. 178 Telephone operation ......................178 Switching the telephone on and off ...................................178 Adjusting the volume ....................179 Entering telephone number and starting dialing process ........... 179 Calling up the phone book ........... 179 Switching between name search and number search ..........................179 Searching and selecting phone book entries by number ..................................180 Placing a call ...................................180 Manual repeat dialing (redial) .........................................181 Automatic repeat dialing (redial) .........................................181 Speed dialing ..................................181 Turbo-dialing ..................................182 Multi party call ...............................182 Accepting incoming call in telephone mode .....................182 Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode ........182 Terminating call .............................183 Muting a call ...................................183 Component malfunctions ..............183 Power windows ...............................185 Sliding/pop-up roof ........................188 Interior lighting ..............................191 Sun visors ........................................193 Vanity mirrors ................................193 Interior ............................................ 194 Storage compartments and armrests .............................. 194 Glove box ..................................... 195 Cup holder ...................................... 198 Ashtrays ..........................................200 Lighter .............................................202 Parcel net in front passenger footwell ..........203 Ski sack ...........................................203 Parcel net in trunk ........................208 Electrical outlet ..............................209 Storage compartment under trunk floor ......................209 Retractable luggage cover and partition net ....................... 210 Split rear bench seat ..................... 213 Loading instructions ..................... 217 Cargo tie-down rings ..................... 218 Cellular telephone ......................... 219 Telephone, general ........................220 Garage door opener .......................221 Contents S203.book Seite 4 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Contents 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 Automatic transmission ...............243 Parking brake .................................252 Driving instructions ......................253 Drive sensibly – Save Fuel ........253 Drinking and driving .................253 Pedals ...........................................253 Power assistance ........................254 Brakes ..........................................254 Driving off ...................................255 Parking ........................................256 Tires .............................................257 Snow chains ............................... 259 Winter driving instructions ................................ 260 Deep water .................................. 262 Passenger compartment ........... 263 Traveling abroad ........................ 263 Cruise control ................................ 264 Brake assist system (BAS) ............ 267 Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................................... 268 Electronic stability program (ESP) ........................................... 270 What you should know at the gas station .......................274 Check regularly and before a long trip .......................276 Instrument cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ............. 278 On-board diagnostic system ........ 278 Check engine malfunction indicator lamp ............................ 278 Brake warning lamp .................. 280 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp ..................281 Fuel reserve warning .................282 ABS malfunction indicator lamp .............................283 Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp ...............284 Seat belt nonusage warning lamp ............................284 Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console ......284 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .....284 Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display ...............285 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE ................287 BATTERY / ALTERNATOR ........288 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ....289 BRAKE ASSIST ...........................289 BRAKE PAD WEAR ....................290 BRAKE FLUID .............................290 PARKING BRAKE .......................291 SEAT BELT SYSTEM ...................291 S203.book Seite 5 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) ..292 COOLANT (coolant level) .............................293 COOLANT (coolant temperature) ................294 ENGINE OIL LEVEL ...................295 STEERING GEAR OIL .................296 LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................297 LAMP SENSOR ...........................299 DOOR ............................................299 TRUNK OPEN .............................300 HOOD ...........................................300 TELEPHONE – FUNCTION .......301 TELE AID .....................................301 WASHER FLUID ..........................302 RESTRAINT SYSTEM .................303 KEY ...............................................303 FUEL RESERVE ..........................304 UNDERVOLTAGE ........................304 Practical hints First aid kit ..................................... 306 Stowing things in the vehicle ...... 307 Fuses ............................................... 307 Hood .................................................311 Adding engine oil ...........................314 Automatic transmission fluid level ....................................315 Coolant level ....................................315 Adding coolant ............................316 Windshield and headlamp washer system ...........................316 Spare wheel, storage compartment ................318 Vehicle tools ....................................319 Vehicle jack .................................... 320 Wheels ............................................ 321 Tire replacement ....................... 321 Rotating wheels ......................... 322 Spare wheel ....................................323 Spare wheel bolts .......................323 Changing wheels ...........................324 Tire inflation pressure ..................329 Battery .............................................330 Jump starting ..................................332 Towing the vehicle .........................335 Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking ...................338 Exterior lamps ................................339 Replacing bulbs ..........................339 Standby bulb function ...................345 Changing batteries in the electronic main key ..................346 Synchronizing remote control ............................348 Emergency engine shut-down .....348 Fuel filler flap, manual release ...349 Replacing wiper blade insert .......351 Roof rack .........................................352 Contents Index Index ................................................ 376 S203.book Seite 6 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Contents Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle .354 Power washer ..............................355 Tar stains .....................................355 Paintwork, painted body components .................................355 Engine cleaning ..........................356 Vehicle washing .........................356 Ornamental moldings ................357 Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses ......................357 Window cleaning ........................357 Wiper blade .................................357 Light alloy wheels ......................358 Instrument cluster .....................358 Steering wheel and gear selector lever ......................358 Cup holder ...................................358 Seat belts .....................................359 Headliner and shelf below rear window ...........359 Leather upholstery .................... 359 Hard plastic trim items ............. 359 Plastic and rubber parts ........... 359 Technical data Spare parts service ....................... 362 Warranty coverage ........................ 362 Identification labels ...................... 363 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ........... 364 Technical data ................................ 365 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ................................... 368 Engine oils ...................................... 370 Engine oil additives ...................... 370 Air conditioner refrigerant .......... 370 Brake fluid ...................................... 370 Premium unleaded gasoline .........371 Fuel requirements .........................371 Gasoline additives ......................... 372 Coolants .......................................... 372 Consumer information ..................374 Uniform tire quality grading ........374 S203.book Seite 7 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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. Introduction S203.book Seite 8 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Introduction Operator’s manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the 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). S203.book Seite 9 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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. Introduction S203.book Seite 10 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Introduction 10 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. S203.book Seite 11 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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 Introduction 11 S203.book Seite 12 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Introduction 12 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. S203.book Seite 13 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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. Introduction 13 S203.book Seite 14 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Introduction 14 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 S203.book Seite 15 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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. Introduction 15 S203.book Seite 16 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 S203.book Seite 17 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls ............... 18 Door control panel .......................20 Overhead control panel ............... 21 Dashboard .....................................22 Center console ..............................24 Contents - Instruments and controls 17 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 18 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls 18 Instruments and controls P68.10-2583-29 S203.book Seite 19 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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 Instruments and controls 19 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 20 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Door control panel 20 1 Door handle, pull to open, see page 36 2 Memory function (for storing seat, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror settings), see page 89 3 Front seat adjustment switch, see page 46 4 Steering wheel adjustment switch, see page 83 5 Power window switch, see page 185 6 Switch for rear door window override, see page 185 and 187 S203.book Seite 21 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting, see page 191 2 Tele Aid cover (emergency call system), see page 228 3 Sliding/pop-up roof, see page 188 4 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid and optional telephone with voice recognition system 5 Rear view mirror, see page 84 6 Garage door opener, see page 221 Instruments and controls 21 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 22 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Dashboard 22 10 11 12 13 14 P68.10-2493-29 S203.book Seite 23 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 1 Hood lock release, see page 311 2 Parking brake pedal, see page 252 3 Parking brake release, see page 252 4 Exterior lamp switch, see page 137 5 Combination switch, see page 142 6 Exterior mirror adjustment switch, see page 85 7 Headlamp washer button, see page 141 8 Cruise control switch, see page 264 9 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 96 Horn (with electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2) 10 Instrument cluster, see page 92 11 Voice recognition system switch, see separate operating instructions 12 Starter switch, see page 240 13 Glove box lid release, see page 195 14 Glove box lock, see page 195 Instruments and controls 23 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 24 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Center console 24 1 Left front seat heater switch, see page 52 2 Rear window wiper/washer, see page 146 3 ESP (electronic stability program) control switch, see page 270 4 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 147 5 Central locking switch, see page 38 6 Antitheft alarm system, see page 43 Switch for tow-away protection, see page 44 7 Right front seat heater switch, see page 52 8 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp, see page 284 9 COMAND system (optional), see separate operating instructions, or audio system, see page 161 10 Automatic climate control, see page 148 Rear window defroster, see page 158 11 Ashtray, see page 200 12 Automatic transmission, see page 243 13 Storage compartment, see page 196 14 Armrest, see page 196 Storage compartment, see page 202 S203.book Seite 25 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 S203.book Seite 26 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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 ..............39 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ......................39 Tailgate ..............................................40 Opening the tailgate ....................40 26 Emergency unlocking the tailgate .....................................41 Closing the tailgate ..................... 42 Antitheft alarm system ................... 43 Tow-away alarm ............................... 44 Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 45 Front seat adjustment ..................... 46 Removal and installation of front seat head restraints .......... 50 Multicontour seat .............................51 Heated seats ..................................... 52 Rear seat head restraints ............... 53 Seat belts and integrated restraint system .......................... 56 Seat belts .......................................... 56 Seat belt nonusage warning system .......................... 57 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system ................... 64 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ............................... 65 Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) ............................ 66 Airbags .............................................. 67 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag ....................75 Infant and child restraint systems .........................77 Steering wheel adjustment (electrical) ....................................83 Rear view mirrors ............................84 Instrument cluster ...........................92 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display .................96 Trip and main odometer and sub menu ............................ 100 Audio systems ................................ 102 Radio ............................................102 CD player .....................................103 Cassette player ........................... 104 Telephone ........................................ 105 Navigation system ...........................110 Trip computer ..................................111 Malfunction/warning message memory .......................113 Individual settings ..........................115 Setting the audio volume ............. 130 S203.book Seite 27 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Coolant temperature gauge .......... 131 Flexible service system (FSS) ............................................ 132 Engine oil level indicator .............. 135 Engine oil consumption ................ 136 Exterior lamp switch ..................... 137 Headlamp mode ............................. 138 Night security illumination .........140 Locator lighting .......................... 141 Headlamp cleaning system .......... 141 Combination switch ......................142 Rear window wiper / washer .......146 Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................... 147 Automatic climate control ............ 148 Front center console storage compartment ventilation ......... 159 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets ................ 160 Operation Audio and telephone ...161 Operating safety .............................161 Operating and display elements ..162 Button and soft key operation ......164 Operation .........................................164 Component malfunctions ..............183 Power windows ...............................185 Sliding/pop-up roof ........................188 Interior lighting ..............................191 Sun visors ........................................193 Vanity mirrors ................................193 Interior .............................................194 Storage compartments and armrests ..............................194 Glove box ......................................195 Cup holder .......................................198 Ashtrays .......................................... 200 Lighter ............................................. 202 Parcel net in front passenger footwell ..........203 Ski sack ...........................................203 Parcel net in trunk ........................208 Electrical outlet ..............................209 Storage compartment under trunk floor ......................209 Retractable luggage cover and partition net ....................... 210 Split rear bench seat ..................... 213 Loading instructions ..................... 217 Cargo tie-down rings ..................... 218 Cellular telephone ......................... 219 Telephone, general ........................220 Garage door opener .......................221 Contents - Operation 27 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 28 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system 28 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. S203.book Seite 29 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Electronic key P80.35-2030-26 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, tailgate, 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 front door handles. Note: Remove the mechanical key from the electronic key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key. See page 41 for separate locking of tailgate and page 195 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. Central locking system 29 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 30 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Start lock-out 30 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 front door handle. Check the batteries of the electronic key, see page 346, or synchronize the electronic key, see page 348. • 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. S203.book Seite 31 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Central locking system 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 346 for checking batteries. The vehicle doors, tailgate and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control. Opening and closing the windows and sliding/pop-up roof can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control. Aim transmitter eye 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. P80.35-2033-26 1 Transmit button ‹ Locking Œ Unlocking 2 Lamp for battery check (see page 346 for changing batteries if it does not light up briefly) 3 PANIC button 4 Transmitter eye 5 Locking tab for mechanical key Central locking system 31 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 32 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system 32 6 Infrared receiver in driver’s door handle 7 Infrared receiver in front passenger door handle P80.30-2139-26 P80.30-2140-26 S203.book Seite 33 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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 tailgate. Global unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock all doors, fuel filler flap, and tailgate. Notes: If the tailgate was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 41. 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 tailgate 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 tailgate 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 346 and 348. 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. Central locking system 33 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 34 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system 34 Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside (summer opening/convenience feature) Aim transmitter eye of remote control at the door receiver. Summer opening: The sliding/pop-up roof and all side windows can be opened automatically. Continue to press transmit button Œ after unlocking the vehicle. The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to open after approximately 1 second. To interrupt opening procedure, release transmit button. Convenience feature: The sliding/pop-up roof and the side windows can be closed. Continue to press transmit button ‹ after locking the vehicle. The windows and 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 sliding/pop-up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle. Warning! Never operate the windows or sliding/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure. In case the procedure causes potential danger, the 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 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 346 and 348. S203.book Seite 35 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Panic button P80.35-2034-26 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 the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Mechanical keys The mechanical keys work only in driver’s door, tailgate, 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 349. Central locking system 35 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 36 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Doors 36 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 Front 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. S203.book Seite 37 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. When opening a front door while the central locking system is in the: • selective unlocking mode, only that individual door is unlocked. The remaining doors, the tailgate and fuel filler flap remain locked. • global unlocking mode, all doors, the tailgate 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 tailgate. To unlock, pull inside door handles or turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 2. Rear doors can only be opened from inside by first pulling up the door lock button. 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. Central locking system 37 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 38 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system 38 Central locking switch P54.25-2499-26 1 Locking 2 Unlocking The central locking switch is located in the center console. The doors and tailgate can only be locked with the central locking switch, if both front 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. Notes: If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control, the doors and tailgate 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. S203.book Seite 39 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Automatic central locking With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and tailgate 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 115. 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. 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. 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). Central locking system 39 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 40 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system 40 Tailgate Opening the tailgate The handle is located above the rear license plate recess. The tailgate can be opened if the vehicle was previously centrally unlocked. To open tailgate, pull grip. Important! The tailgate swings open upwards, you should always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance! Important! In case of a malfunction in the central locking system, the locked tailgate can be unlocked with the mechanical key, see page 41. S203.book Seite 41 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Emergency unlocking the tailgate 1 Unlocking – turn mechanical key in lock to position 1, hold and pull handle to open In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the locked tailgate can be unlocked individually. To unlock, turn mechanical key in lock to position 1, hold and pull handle to open. When opening the tailgate completely, always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance. The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. When opening the tailgate after emergency unlocking, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 349. Central locking system 41 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 42 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Closing the tailgate 42 To close tailgate, pull down on grip (1) and swing tailgate closed. The rear compartment lamp will be switched off by the contact switch only if the tailgate is fully closed. Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the tailgate opening when closing the tailgate. Be especially careful when small children are around. To prevent personal injury, never activate the closing assist mechanism by tampering with the tailgate latch. In case the closing procedure causes potential danger, the closing procedure can be immediately halted by pulling the outside recessed handle. Important! Only drive with the tailgate closed as otherwise exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. S203.book Seite 43 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Antitheft alarm system P54.25-2500-26 1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console 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. 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 tailgate, • 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. 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. Antitheft alarm system 43 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 44 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Tow-away alarm Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Tow-away alarm P54.25-2520-26 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. 44 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 1 or 0, 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. S203.book Seite 45 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 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. This allows easier entry into and exit from the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened. However, the engine must be turned off. The easy-entry/exit feature can be switched on or off in the individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “EASY-ENTRY FEATURE ACTIVATE”, see page 128. 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. Easy-entry/exit feature 45 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 46 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Instruments and controls Seats Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Front seat adjustment 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. 46 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 front door open, the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0). S203.book Seite 47 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13 Power seat 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 front 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 85; inside rear view mirror, see page 84; steering wheel adjustment, see page 83. 47 Seats Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index S203.book Seite 48 Freitag, 19. Oktober 2001 1:25 13

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