2001 Mercedes-benz C Class Owners Manual

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Technical data Index Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities 360 Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in the hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity Approximately freeze protection – 35°F (– 37°C) – 49°F (– 45°C) 4.8 US qt (4.5 l) 5.3 US qt (5.0 l) will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution. Therefore, do not use more than this amount of anticorrosion/antifreeze. If the coolant level is low, water and MB anticorrosion/ antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level (have cooling system checked for signs of leakage). The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water. If your are not sure about the water quality, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminium parts. The use of aluminium components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifically formulated to protect the aluminium parts. (Failure to use such anticorrosion/ antifreeze coolant will result in a significantly shortened service life.) Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle: Mercedes-Benz anticorrosion/antifreeze agent. may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straightahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Consumer information This has been prepared as required of all manufactures of passenger cars under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. Uniform tire quality grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Tread wear 200 Traction AA Temperature A All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and Consumer information 361 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 Consumer information 362 Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire‘s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause excessive heat build up and possible tire failure. Instruments and controls Index Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 364 Index Airbags ..............................................................................65 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM Malfunction and warning message ........................277 Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................................258 Antitheft alarm system ...................................................38 Ashtrays .......................................................................... 199 Audio system Button and soft key operation ................................. 163 Cassette mode ........................................................... 169 CD changer ................................................................ 174 CD mode ..................................................................... 173 Operating and display elements ............................. 161 Operating safety ........................................................ 160 Operation ................................................................... 163 Operation Audio and telephone .............................. 160 Radio mode ................................................................ 166 Telephone operation ................................................. 177 Audio systems ..................................................................98 Cassette player .......................................................... 100 CD Player ......................................................................99 Radio .............................................................................98 Automatic central locking ..............................................34 Automatic climate control ............................................146 Activated charcoal filter ...........................................154 Adjustable air outlets, rear passenger compartment .............................159 Air recirculation ........................................................153 Air volume, manual .................................................. 151 Basic setting ...............................................................150 Defrosting ...................................................................152 Display and controls .................................................148 Dust filter ...................................................................150 Economy mode ..........................................................155 Front center console storage compartment ventilation .....................................158 Residual engine heat utilization .............................156 Special settings ......................................................... 151 Windows fogged up on the inside ..........................152 Windows fogged up on the outside ........................152 Automatic transmission ............................................... 234 Fluid level ...................................................................301 Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking ............................................ 325 B BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system .....................62 Battery ............................................................................. 316 Block heater ....................................................................252 Brake assist system (BAS) ............................................257 Cellular telephone ......................................................... 210 Center console .................................................................. 18 Central locking switch ....................................................33 Central locking system ...................................................25 Automatic central locking .........................................34 Central locking switch ............................................... 33 Choosing global or selective mode ...........................27 Doors ............................................................................. 31 General notes ...............................................................24 Locking and unlocking with remote control ..........27 Mechanical keys ..........................................................30 Obtaining replacement keys .....................................23 Summer opening/convenience feature ...................29 Vehicle keys .................................................................22 Check regularly and before a long trip ......................266 Checking engine oil level .............................................300 Climate control ...............................................................138 Adjustable air outlets, rear passenger compartment .............................159 Air recirculation ........................................................144 Basic setting ...............................................................142 Defrosting ...................................................................143 Display and controls .................................................140 Dust filter ................................................................... 141 Economy mode ..........................................................145 Front center console storage compartment ventilation .....................................158 Residual engine heat utilization .............................145 Special settings .........................................................142 Windows fogged up on the inside ..........................143 Windows fogged up on the outside ........................144 COMAND, radio, telephone and two-way radio ......... 218 Combination switch .......................................................134 Control and operation of radio transmitters .............. 218 Coolant level ...................................................................301 Coolant temperature gauge ..........................................124 Cruise control ................................................................ 254 Cup holder .......................................................................197 Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 365 Instruments and controls Index Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 366 Dashboard ......................................................................... 16 Door control panel ........................................................... 14 Door entry lamps ........................................................... 190 Drive sensibly - Save Fuel ............................................244 Easy-entry/exit feature ................................................... 41 Electronic main key .........................................................23 Changing batteries ...................................................332 Synchronizing remote control ................................334 Electronic stability program (ESP) ..............................260 Emergency engine shut-down .....................................334 Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof ............335 Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) .........................64 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ...................34 Engine oil consumption ................................................ 129 Engine oil level indicator .............................................. 128 Enlarged cargo area .......................................................207 ENTRANCE POSITION - malfunction and warning messages ....................................................................292 Exterior lamp switch ..................................................... 130 Daytime running lamp mode .................................. 132 Exterior lamps ................................................................326 Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror .............................................. 330 Bulbs for high and low beam ................................. 328 Headlamp assembly ................................................. 327 High mounted stop lamp ......................................... 330 License plate lamps ................................................. 330 Parking and standing lamp .................................... 328 Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 326 Taillamp assemblies ................................................ 329 Turn signal lamp ...................................................... 328 Exterior mirror adjustment ............................................ 81 Exterior mirror, front passenger side, parking position ..........................................................82 First aid kit ..................................................................... 294 Flexible service system (FSS) ......................................125 Front airbags ....................................................................65 Front center console storage compartment ventilation .........................................158 Front seat adjustment .....................................................42 Fuel filler flap, manual release ................................... 335 Fuel reserve warning .....................................................271 Fuses ............................................................................... 295 G Garage door opener ....................................................... 212 Glove box ......................................................................... 194 Hazard warning flasher switch ................................... 137 Head restraints Rear seat .......................................................................52 Head restraints, front seats Removal and installation ...........................................47 Headlamp cleaning system .......................................... 133 Headlamp mode ............................................................. 131 Heated seats .....................................................................50 Identification labels .......................................................349 Individual settings ..........................................................111 "CONVENIENCE" ...................................................... 121 "INSTRUMENT CLUSTER" .......................................113 "LIGHTING" ................................................................117 "VEHICLE" ..................................................................119 Infant and child restraint systems ................................73 Child seat mounts ....................................................... 76 Installation ...................................................................75 Instrument cluster ...........................................................88 Instruments and controls ............................................... 12 Center console ............................................................. 18 Dashboard .................................................................... 16 Door control panel ...................................................... 14 Overhead control panel .............................................. 15 Interior .............................................................................193 Interior lighting ..............................................................189 Jack .................................................................................. 305 Jump starting .................................................................. 318 Lighter .............................................................................201 Loading instructions (Vehicle with enlarged cargo area) ....................... 209 Locator lighting ..............................................................133 Locking the vehicle with remote control .....................27 Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 367 Instruments and controls Index Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Maintenance ................................................................... 219 Malfunction/warning message memory .................... 109 Manual seat ............................................................... 45, 48 Manual transmission ....................................................233 Memory function .............................................................85 Mirror, exterior, parking position, front passenger side ...................................................82 Multicontour seat ............................................................49 Multifunction display ......................................................92 Coolant temperature ...................................................96 Engine oil level indicator ...........................................96 FSS ................................................................................96 Individual settings .....................................................111 Tire inflation pressure monitor ................................96 Trip and main odometer ............................................96 Vehicle speed ...............................................................96 Multifunction steering wheel ........................................92 Navigation system .......................................................... 106 Night security illumination ......................................... 132 368 On-board diagnostic system ........................................ 268 Overhead control panel ................................................... 15 Panic button ......................................................................30 Parcel net in front passenger footwell ....................... 202 Parking brake ................................................................ 243 Power windows ...............................................................184 Blocking of rear door window operation ...............186 Express opening and closing ..................................185 Opening and closing ...................................................29 Synchronizing power windows ...............................186 Problems with your vehicle .............................................. 8 Product information .......................................................... 1 Rain sensor .....................................................................135 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets ................................................159 Rear window defroster ..................................................157 Rear window sunshade ................................................. 191 Removal and installation of front seat head restraints ..........................................47 Replacement keys Obtaining .....................................................................23 Replacing wiper blade insert .......................................337 Reporting Safety Defects .................................................. 9 REST .........................................................................145, 156 Roof rack .........................................................................338 Seat belt nonusage warning system .............................56 Seat belts ...........................................................................55 Fastening ......................................................................58 Operation .....................................................................59 Unfastening ..................................................................59 Warning lamp ............................................................273 Seat belts and integrated restraint system ..........................................................55 Seats Front seat adjustment ................................................42 Manual seat .................................................................45 Power seat ....................................................................43 Setting the audio volume .............................................. 123 Side impact airbags .........................................................68 Ski sack .......................................................................... 202 Sliding/pop-up roof ........................................................187 Opening and closing ...................................................29 Synchronizing ...........................................................188 Spare wheel ................................................................... 308 Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment .... 304 Split folding rear seat bench ....................................... 207 Standby bulb function ...................................................331 Start lock-out .....................................................................24 Starter switch ................................................................. 230 Starting and turning off the engine ........................... 232 STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. - malfunction and warning messages ................................................................... 292 Steering lock See starter switch ..................................................... 230 Steering wheel Easy-entry/exit feature .............................................. 41 Steering wheel adjustment electrical .......................................................................79 manual ..........................................................................77 Storage compartments and armrests ..........................193 Storing mirror positions ................................................. 81 Storing seat positions ......................................................44 Stowing things in the vehicle ..................................... 294 Sun visors ........................................................................192 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..........................63 Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 369 Instruments and controls Index Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Technical data ................................................................ 351 Tele Aid ...........................................................................220 Initiating an emergency call ...................................222 Telephone ........................................................................ 101 Incoming call ............................................................. 105 Redialing .................................................................... 103 Telephone book ......................................................... 101 Telephone, general ........................................................ 211 Telephones and two-way radios ................................... 218 Telescoping steering column - malfunction and warning messages ......................292 The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................ 219 Tire inflation pressure .................................................. 315 Tow-away alarm ................................................................39 Towing the vehicle .........................................................321 Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking ....325 Trip computer ................................................................. 107 Trunk .................................................................................35 Opening ........................................................................28 Release switch .............................................................37 Trunk lamp ..................................................................... 331 370 Unlocking the vehicle with remote control .................27 Vanity mirrors ................................................................192 Vehicle keys ......................................................................22 Vehicle tools ................................................................... 304 What you should know at the gas station ................. 264 Wheels ............................................................................ 306 Where to find it .................................................................. 7 Window curtain airbag ....................................................68 Windshield washer system .......................................... 302 Wiper blade Replacing insert ....................................................... 337 Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If your are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle. For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com. Warning! To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury. If you have any question about carrying out some service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator’s Manual. Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing. Title illustration no. P00.00-3006-26 Press time 03/31/00 MBUSA/TI Printed in the U.S.A. Order No. 6515 0057 13 Part No. 203 584 28 81 USA Edition A 2001 C-class Operator’s Manual C 240 C 320 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 .......................... 1 Operator’s manual ............................. 2 Where to find it .................................. 7 Reporting Safety Defects .................. 9 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls ............... 12 Door control panel ....................... 14 Overhead control panel ............... 15 Dashboard ..................................... 16 Center console .............................. 18 Operation Vehicle keys ......................................22 Start lock-out ....................................24 General notes on the central locking system ...............24 Central locking system ...................25 Radio frequency and infrared remote control ...............25 Locking and unlocking ................27 Contents Choosing global or selective mode on remote control ............. 27 Opening the trunk ....................... 28 Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof from outside ................................. 29 Panic button ................................. 30 Mechanical keys .......................... 30 Doors ..................................................31 Central locking switch .................... 33 Automatic central locking .............. 34 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ...................... 34 Trunk ................................................. 35 Trunk lid release switch ................ 37 Antitheft alarm system ................... 38 Tow-away alarm ............................... 39 Easy-entry/exit feature ...................41 Front seat adjustment ..................... 42 Removal and installation of front seat head restraints .......... 47 Multicontour seat ............................ 49 Heated seats ..................................... 50 Rear seat head restraints ............... 52 Seat belts and integrated restraint system ..........................55 Seat belts ...........................................55 Seat belt nonusage warning system ...........................56 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system ....................62 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ...............................63 Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) .............................64 Airbags ..............................................65 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag ....................72 Infant and child restraint systems .........................73 Steering wheel adjustment (manual) .......................................77 Steering wheel adjustment (electrical) ....................................79 Rear view mirrors ............................80 Instrument cluster ...........................88 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display .................92 Contents Trip and main odometer, FSS, coolant temperature, vehicle speed, engine oil level indicator ...........96 Audio systems ..................................98 Radio ..............................................98 CD player .......................................99 Cassette player ...........................100 Telephone ........................................ 101 Navigation system ..........................106 Trip computer .................................107 Malfunction/warning message memory ......................109 Individual settings ..........................111 Setting the audio volume ..............123 Coolant temperature gauge ..........124 Flexible service system (FSS) ............................................125 Engine oil level indicator ..............128 Engine oil consumption ................129 Exterior lamp switch ..................... 130 Headlamp mode ............................. 131 Night security illumination ..........132 Locator lighting ...........................133 Headlamp cleaning system ...........133 Combination switch .......................134 Hazard warning flasher switch ..........................................137 Climate control ...............................138 Automatic climate control ............ 146 Front center console storage compartment ventilation ..........158 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets ................159 Operation Audio and telephone ...160 Operating safety .............................160 Operating and display elements ........................161 Button and soft key operation ......163 Operation .........................................163 Power windows ...............................184 Sliding/pop-up roof ........................187 Interior lighting ..............................189 Rear window sunshade .................191 Sun visors ....................................... 192 Vanity mirrors ................................ 192 Interior ............................................ 193 Storage compartments and armrests ..................................... 193 Glove box ..................................... 194 Cup holder ...................................... 197 Ashtrays .......................................... 199 Lighter .............................................201 Parcel net in front passenger footwell .......................................202 Ski sack ...........................................202 Enlarged cargo area .......................207 Split folding rear seat bench ........207 Loading instructions (vehicle with enlarged cargo area) ..................................209 Cellular telephone ......................... 210 Telephone, general ........................ 211 Garage door opener ....................... 212 Driving Control and operation of radio transmitters ............................... 218 The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................. 219 Maintenance ................................... 219 Tele Aid ...........................................220 Catalytic converter ........................228 Emission control ............................229 Starter switch .................................230 Starting and turning off the engine ............................232 Manual transmission ....................233 Automatic transmission ...............234 Parking brake .................................243 Driving instructions ......................244 Drive sensibly – Save Fuel ........244 Drinking and driving .................244 Pedals ...........................................244 Power assistance ........................ 245 Brakes .......................................... 245 Driving off ................................... 246 Parking ........................................ 246 Tires ............................................. 247 Snow chains ............................... 250 Winter driving instructions ................................ 250 Deep water .................................. 252 Passenger compartment ........... 253 Traveling abroad ........................ 253 Cruise control ................................ 254 Brake assist system (BAS) ............ 257 Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................................... 258 Electronic stability program (ESP) ........................................... 260 What you should know at the gas station ......................................... 264 Check regularly and before a long trip .............................................. 266 Instrument cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster .............268 On-board diagnostic system .........268 Check engine malfunction indicator lamp .............................268 Brake warning lamp ..................270 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp .................. 271 Fuel reserve warning ................. 271 ABS malfunction indicator lamp .............................272 Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp ...............273 Seat belt nonusage warning lamp ............................273 Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console .....................273 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .....273 Contents Contents Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display ... 274 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE ................275 BATTERY / ALTERNATOR ........ 276 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM .....277 BRAKE ASSIST ...........................277 BRAKE LINING WEAR ..............278 BRAKE FLUID .............................278 PARKING BRAKE .......................279 SEAT BELT SYSTEM ...................279 ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) ..280 COOLANT (coolant level) ..........281 COOLANT (coolant temperature) ................282 ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 283 LIGHTING SYSTEM ................... 284 LIGHT SENSOR .......................... 286 DOOR ........................................... 286 TRUNK OPEN ............................. 287 HOOD ........................................... 287 TELEPHONE – FUNCTION ....... 288 TELE AID ..................................... 288 WASHER FLUID ......................... 289 RESTRAINT SYSTEM ................ 290 KEY .............................................. 290 FUEL RESERVE .......................... 291 UNDERVOLTAGE ....................... 291 STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. .......... 292 ENTRANCE POSITION .............. 292 Practical hints First aid kit .....................................294 Stowing things in the vehicle ......294 Fuses ................................................295 Hood .................................................297 Checking engine oil level .............300 Automatic transmission fluid level .............................................301 Coolant level ...................................301 Adding coolant ...........................302 Windshield and headlamp washer system .........................................302 Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment .............................304 Vehicle jack .....................................305 Wheels .............................................306 Tire replacement ........................306 Rotating wheels ..........................307 Spare wheel ....................................308 Changing wheels ...........................309 Tire inflation pressure .................. 315 Battery ............................................. 316 Jump starting .................................. 318 Towing the vehicle .........................321 Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking ...................325 Exterior lamps ................................326 Replacing bulbs ..........................326 Trunk lamp .....................................331 Changing batteries in the electronic main key .....................................332 Synchronizing remote control ......................................... 334 Emergency engine shut-down ..... 334 Fuel filler flap, manual release ... 335 Replacing wiper blade insert ...... 337 Roof rack ......................................... 338 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle ................................. 340 Power washer ............................. 341 Tar stains .................................... 341 Paintwork, painted body components ................................ 341 Engine cleaning ......................... 342 Vehicle washing ......................... 342 Ornamental moldings ................343 Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses ...........................................343 Window cleaning .......................343 Wiper blade .................................343 Light alloy wheels ......................344 Instrument cluster .....................344 Steering wheel and gear selector lever ..............................................344 Cup holder ...................................344 Seat belts .....................................345 Headliner and shelf below rear window ........................................345 Leather upholstery .....................345 Hard plastic trim items .............345 Plastic and rubber parts ............345 Contents Contents Technical data Spare parts service ........................348 Warranty coverage .........................348 Identification labels .......................349 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............350 Technical data ................................351 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ...................................355 Engine oils ......................................357 Engine oil additives ...................... 357 Air conditioner refrigerant .......... 357 Brake fluid ...................................... 357 Premium unleaded gasoline ........ 358 Fuel requirements ........................ 358 Gasoline additives ......................... 359 Coolants .......................................... 359 Consumer information ................. 361 Uniform tire quality grading ....... 361 Index Index.................................................364 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 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, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, 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, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle. A reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer (1) if the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or (2) the same substantial non-conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once directly notified us in writing of the need to repair the non-conformity and have given us an opportunity to perform the repair ourselves. Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Regional Office listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet. 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 Introduction 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 Client 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 Client 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 Client 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 Introduction Introduction 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. Introduction Introduction 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: Client 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 retailer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Introduction Instruments and controls Instruments and controls ............... 12 Door control panel ....................... 14 Overhead control panel ............... 15 Dashboard ..................................... 16 Center console .............................. 18 Contents - Instruments and controls 11 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 12 Instruments and controls P68.10-2421-29 1 Door control panel, see page 14 2 Overhead control panel, see page 15 3 Dashboard, see page 16 4 Center console, see page 18 Instruments and controls 13 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 14 1 Door handle, pull to open, see page 31 2 Memory function (for storing seat, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror settings), see page 85 3 Front seat adjustment, see page 42 4 Steering wheel adjustment, see page 79 5 Power windows, see page 184 6 Switch for rear door window override, see page 184 and 186 7 Trunk lid release switch, see page 37 Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting, see page 189 2 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 220 3 Sliding/pop-up roof, see page 187 4 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid and optional telephone with voice recognition system 5 Rear view mirror, see page 80 6 Garage door opener, see page 212 Instruments and controls 15 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 16 11 12 10 13 14 15 P68.10-2420-29 1 Hood lock release, see page 297 2 Parking brake pedal, see page 243 3 Steering wheel adjustment (manual), see page 77 4 Parking brake release, see page 243 5 Exterior lamp switch, see page 130 6 Combination switch, see page 134 7 Exterior mirror adjustment, see page 81 8 Headlamp washer button, see page 133 9 Cruise control switch, see page 254 10 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 92 Horn (with electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2) 11 Instrument cluster, see page 88 12 Voice recognition system switch, see separate operating instructions 13 Starter switch, see page 230 14 Glove box lid release, see page 194 15 Glove box lock, see page 194 Instruments and controls 17 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 18 1 Left front seat heater switch, see page 50 2 Rear window sunshade (optional), see page 191 3 ESP (electronic stability program) control switch, see page 260 4 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 137 5 Central locking switch, see page 33 6 Rear seat head restraints, see page 52 7 Antitheft alarm system, see page 38 Switch for tow-away protection, see page 39 8 Right front seat heater switch, see page 50 9 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp, see page 273 10 COMAND system (optional), see separate operating instructions, or audio system, see page 160 11 Climate control (C 240), see page 138 Automatic climate control (C 320) see page 146 Rear window defroster, see page 157 12 Ashtray, see page 199 13 Automatic transmission, see page 234, or Manual transmission, see page 233 14 Storage compartment, see page 195 15 Armrest, see page 195 Storage compartment, see page 201 Instruments and controls 19 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 ......................................22 Start lock-out ....................................24 General notes on the central locking system ...............24 Central locking system ...................25 Radio frequency and infrared remote control ...............25 Locking and unlocking ................27 Choosing global or selective mode on remote control ..............27 Opening the trunk .......................28 Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof from outside ..................................29 Panic button ..................................30 Mechanical keys ...........................30 Doors .................................................. 31 Central locking switch ....................33 Automatic central locking ..............34 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ......................34 Trunk .................................................35 Trunk lid release switch .................37 20 Antitheft alarm system ................... 38 Tow-away alarm ............................... 39 Easy-entry/exit feature ...................41 Front seat adjustment ..................... 42 Removal and installation of front seat head restraints .......... 47 Multicontour seat ............................ 49 Heated seats ..................................... 50 Rear seat head restraints ............... 52 Seat belts and integrated restraint system .......................... 55 Seat belts .......................................... 55 Seat belt nonusage warning system .......................... 56 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system ................... 62 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ............................... 63 Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) ............................ 64 Airbags .............................................. 65 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag ................... 72 Infant and child restraint systems .........................73 Steering wheel adjustment (manual) .......................................77 Steering wheel adjustment (electrical) ....................................79 Rear view mirrors ............................80 Instrument cluster ...........................88 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display .................92 Trip and main odometer, FSS, coolant temperature, vehicle speed, engine oil level indicator ...........96 Audio systems ..................................98 Radio ..............................................98 CD player .......................................99 Cassette player ........................... 100 Telephone ........................................ 101 Navigation system .......................... 106 Trip computer ................................. 107 Malfunction/warning message memory ...................... 109 Individual settings ..........................111 Setting the audio volume .............123 Coolant temperature gauge ..........124 Flexible service system (FSS) ............................................125 Engine oil level indicator ..............128 Engine oil consumption ................129 Exterior lamp switch ..................... 130 Headlamp mode ............................. 131 Night security illumination ......... 132 Locator lighting .......................... 133 Headlamp cleaning system .......... 133 Combination switch ...................... 134 Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................... 137 Climate control ............................... 138 Automatic climate control ............146 Front center console storage compartment ventilation ......... 158 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets ................159 Operation Audio and telephone ...160 Operating safety .............................160 Operating and display elements ........................161 Button and soft key operation ......163 Operation .........................................163 Power windows ...............................184 Sliding/pop-up roof ........................187 Interior lighting ..............................189 Rear window sunshade .................191 Sun visors ........................................192 Vanity mirrors ................................192 Interior .............................................193 Storage compartments and armrests ..................................... 193 Glove box ..................................... 194 Cup holder ...................................... 197 Ashtrays .......................................... 199 Lighter .............................................201 Parcel net in front passenger footwell .......................................202 Ski sack ...........................................202 Enlarged cargo area .......................207 Split folding rear seat bench ........207 Loading instructions (vehicle with enlarged cargo area) ..................................209 Cellular telephone ......................... 210 Telephone, general ........................ 211 Garage door opener ....................... 212 Contents - Operation 21 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 22 Vehicle keys Included with your vehicle are 2 electronic main 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 main 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 main key P80.35-2031-26 The electronic main 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 storage compartment locks. 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 main key. The infrared receivers are located in the front door handles. Note: Remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to trunk or storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key. See page 35 for separate locking of trunk and page 194 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 23 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 24 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 main key, see page 332, or synchronize the electronic main key, see page 334. • 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 main key. Central locking system Radio frequency and infrared remote control The electronic main 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 332 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 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 29. With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk can also be opened by using the remote control. 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. P80.35-2032-26 1 Transmit button ‹ Locking Œ Unlocking Š Opening trunk (if not separately locked) 2 Lamp for battery check (see page 332 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 25 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 26 6 Infrared receiver in driver’s door handle 7 Infrared receiver in front passenger door handle P80.30-2139-26 P80.30-2140-26 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: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 35. 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 main key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when pressing transmit button) or to synchronize the remote control, see pages 332 and 334. 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 27 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 28 Opening the trunk The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance. A minimum height clearance of 5.75 ft. (1.75 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Press transmit button Š until trunk lid is open. Important! Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle is centrally locked. Notes: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 35. 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 main key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when transmitting), or to synchronize the remote control, see page 332 and 334. Central locking system 29 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 Panic button 30 P80.35-2035-26 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, trunk, and storage compartment 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 335. Doors 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. Central locking system 31 Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving

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