2004 Mercedes-benz C Class Owners Manual

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Switching on 76 Synchronizing 282 Warning lamp 277 376 Index ETD 63, 362 Safety guidelines 58 Ethanol fuel At the gas station 249 Requirements 354 Switching fuels 354 Exterior lamp switch 46, 102 Exterior lamps Delayed shut-off 131 Exterior rear view mirrors Adjusting 38 Parking position* for 136 Fahrenheit Setting temperature units 127 Fastening the seat belts 40 Filler neck C 230 Kompressor Sport 256 C 240, C 320, and C 32 AMG 256 Fine adjustment Cruise control 208 First aid kit 300 Flat tire 317 Lowering the vehicle 321 Minispare wheel 302 Mounting the Minispare wheel 317 Preparing the vehicle 317 Flexible fuel vehicles 354 At the gas station 249 Switching fuels 354 Flexible Service System see FSS Fog lamp, rear Message in display 294 Replacing bulb 311 Switching on 105 Fog lamps, front Messages in display 294 Replacing bulbs 310 Switching on 105 Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with ESP 77 4MATIC 77 Front airbags 59 Front lamps Bi-Xenon* type 313 Halogen-type 312 Messages in display 293–296 Replacing bulbs 310, 312 Switching on 102 Front seat head restraints Installing Manual seat 93 Power seat* 94 Manual seat 93 Power seat* 94 Removing Manual seat 93 Power seat* 94 Front seats Heating* 98 377 Index FSS 265, 362 Fuel 250 Additives 354 Cruising range 355 E85 (Ethanol fuel) 355 Fuel reserve warning lamp 278 Gasoline additives 354 Message in display 293 Premium unleaded gasoline 250, 350, 353 Requirements 353, 354 Reserve warning 23 Switching (Flexible Fuel Vehicle) 354 Technical data 350 Fuel additives 354 Fuel cap Message in display 293 Fuel consumption statistics After start 137 Since last reset 137 378 Fuel filler flap 249 Locking 249 Opening in an emergency 308 Unlocking 249 Fuel requirements 353 For ethanol fuel 354 Fuel reserve tank Message in display 293 Fuel tank Capacity 350 Filler flap 249 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities 349 Functions (control system) 114, 117 Resetting 124 Fuse box Auxiliary in trunk 334 In engine compartment 333 In passenger compartment 332 Fuse chart 332 Fuse extractor 334 Fuses 332 Auxiliary fuse box in trunk 334 Fuse box in engine compartment 333 Fuse box in passenger compartment 332 Fuse chart 332 Fuse extractor 334 Spare fuses 334 Garage door opener 27, 231 Gasoline additives 354 Gasoline see Fuel Gear range 362 Automatic transmission* 144 Limiting 144 Shifting into optimal 143 Gear range limit Canceling 143 Index Gear selector lever 23, 44 Hazard warning flasher 106 Headliner and shelf below rear window Cleaning 271 Lock 44 Position (Automatic transmission*) 23, 142, 145 Gearshift lever 43 Global Locking 83 Unlocking 83 Global Positioning System see GPS Glove box 21, 216 Closing 216 Opening 216 Good visibility 148 GPS 362 GPS see COMAND* Halogen-type Front lamp bulbs 312 Hands-free microphone 27 Hard plastic trim items Cleaning 271 Switching off 106 Switching on 106 Head restraints Front seats Manual seat 34, 93 Power seat* 35, 94 Rear seats 94 Headlamp cleaning system* 259 Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, exterior lamps Headlamps Automatic control 103 Bi-Xenon* 361 Bi-Xenon* type Replacing bulbs 313 Cleaning 269 Cleaning system* 148, 259, 358 Halogen-type Replacing bulbs 312 Refilling washer fluid 259 Switching off 51 Switching on 46 Washer fluid 358 Cleaning 271 Heated seats* 98 Height adjustment Front seat head restraints Manual seat 34 Power seat* 35 Rear seat head restraints 94 Seat belts 42 Steering wheel Adjustment, electrical* 37 Adjustment, manual 37 High beam flasher 47, 106 High beam headlamps Messages in display 294 Replacing bulbs 310, 312 Switching on 106 High beam headlamps xenon type* Replacing bulbs 313 High mounted brake lamp 311 379 Index Hood 252 Closing 253 Message in display 293 Opening 252 Hydroplaning 242 Identification labels 338 Certification label 338 Vehicle Identification Number 338 Ignition 31 Switching on Automatic transmission* 44 Manual transmission 43 Immobilizer 78 Activating 78 Deactivating 78 Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning 380 Infant and child restraint systems 63 Interior lighting 107 Installing 68 LATCH-type child seat anchors 69 Information About service and warranty 10 Button for Tele Aid* 227 Installing Infant and child restraint systems 68 Ski sack* 212 Towing eye bolt 331 Wiper blades 316 Instrument cluster 22, 109, 363 Cleaning 270 Coolant temperature display 110 Illumination 109 Lamps in 274–278 Multifunction display 113 Outside temperature indicator 111 Selecting language 128 Instrument lighting 109 Instruments and controls see Cockpit Activating automatic control 107 Deactivating automatic control 107 Delayed shut-off 132 Manual operation 107 Interior rear view mirror Adjusting 38 Antiglare 149 Interior storage spaces 216 Armrest 219 Cup holder in front of seat armrest 217 Cup holder in rear seat armrest 218 Glove box 216 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 220 Storage compartment in front of armrest 218 Jack 300 Jump starting 326 Index Key dependency memory Settings 135 Key positions in starter switch 31 Key, mechanical 305 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp 83 Checking the batteries 84 Factory setting 83 Global locking 83 Global unlocking 83 Loss of 85 Messages in display 293 Positions in starter switch 31 Remote control 82 Restoring to factory setting 83 Selective setting 83 Starting the engine Automatic transmission* 44 Manual transmission 43 Turning off the engine 52 Unlocking the trunk lid 84 Unlocking with 30 Kickdown 147, 363 Kilometers/miles in speedometer 128 Km/h or mph in speedometer 128 Labels, identification 338 Lamp bulbs, exterior 310 Lamps, exterior Front 310 Light sensor 294 Messages in display 293–296 Rear 311 Lamps, indicator and warning ABS 274 Battery (SmartKey) 83 Brakes 275 CHECK ENGINE 276 Engine diagnostics 276, 278 ESP 277 Fuel reserve 278 Instrument cluster 274–278 PASS. AIRBAG OFF 59, 279 Seat belts 278 SRS 55, 278 Turn signals 23 Language Multifunction display 128 Setting 128 LATCH-type child seat anchors 69 Folding back 69 Layout of poly-V-belt drive 339 Leather upholstery Cleaning 271 License plate lamps Messages in display 294 Replacing bulbs 311, 315 Light alloy wheels Cleaning 270 Technical data 343 Light sensor 294 Lighter see Cigarette lighter 381 Index Lighting 102 Loading 209 Automatic headlamp mode 103 Combination switch 105 Daytime running lamp mode 104 Door entry lamps 108 Exterior lamp switch 102 Front fog lamps 105 High beams 106 Instrument cluster illumination 109 Instruments 109 Interior 107 Locator lighting 104 Low beam 102 Manual headlamp mode 103 Night security illumination 104 Parking lamps 102 Rear fog lamp 105 Settings (control system) 129 Trunk lamp 108 Limiting the gear range 144 Limp Home Mode 147 Instructions 214 Roof rack* 209 Ski sack* 209 Split rear bench seat* 212 Locator lighting 104 Setting 130 Lock button 363 Locking 50, 82 Automatic while driving 90 Centrally from inside 91 Fuel filler flap 249 Global, SmartKey 83 Separately the trunk 89 Vehicle in an emergency 306 Loss of keys 85 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 337 Low beam headlamps Messages in display 295 Replacing bulbs 310, 312 Lowering Vehicle 321 Lubricants Technical data 349 Main dimensions 347 Maintenance 12, 265 Vehicles with E85 fuel 355 Malfunction Displaying 122 Malfunction memory 122 Calling up 122 Clearing 122 Manual headlamp mode 103 Manual operations Fuel filler flap 308 Interior lighting control 107 Locking the trunk 89 Locking the vehicle 306 Sliding/pop-up roof* 309 Unlocking the driver’s door 305 Unlocking the trunk 90, 306 Unlocking transmission gear selector lever 308 382 Index Manual seat Menus 114 Mirrors Adjusting 33 Adjusting backrest tilt 33 Adjusting head restraint height 34 Adjusting head restraint tilt 34 Adjusting seat cushion tilt 33 Adjusting seat height 33 Front seat head restraints 93 Seat fore and aft adjustment 33 Manual transmission 141 Gearshift lever 43 Shifting into reverse 141 Starting with 43 MAXCOOL Maximum cooling 167 MB Tex upholstery Cleaning 272 Mechanical key 305 Memory function* 99, 363 Recalling positions from memory 100 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position 101 Storing key dependent settings 100 AUDIO 118 Control system 363 In control system 116, 117 Malfunction memory 122 NAVI* 121 Settings menu 123 Standard display 118 Submenus 115 TEL* 138 Trip computer 136 Microphone Hands-free microphone 27 Miles/kilometers in speedometer Setting 128 Minispare wheel 302 Bolts 304 Mounting 317 Removing 302 Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position* 150 Adjusting 38 Automatic antiglare* for interior mirror 149 Automatic antiglare* for rear view mirror 149 Exterior rear view mirror 38 Exterior rear view mirror parking position* 136 Interior rear view mirror 38 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position* 101 MON 250, 363 Motor Octane Number see MON Mph or km/h in speedometer 128 Multicontour seat* 97 Multifunction display 113, 363 Displaying gear range 144 Selecting language 128 Standard display 117 383 Index Multifunction display messages ABS 284 BAS 281 Battery, vehicle 285 Brake fluid 286 Brake pads 286 Coolant 287–289 Cruise control 290 Display 290 Doors 290 Engine oil 291–292 ESP 282–283 Fuel cap 293 Fuel reserve tank 293 Hood 293 Key, SmartKey 293 Lamps, exterior 293–296 Oil 291–292 Parking brake 286 Restraint system 297 384 Seat belts 297 Sliding/pop-up roof* 299 SRS 297 Steering column not properly locked 298 Steering gear oil level 298 Tele Aid* 299 Telephone* 299 Trunk lid 299 Windshield washer fluid 299 Multifunction steering wheel 24, 114, 363 Buttons 114 Navigation system* Operating 121 See separate COMAND* operating instructions Night security illumination 104 Setting 131 Occupant safety 54 Airbags 55 Children and airbags 56 Children in the vehicle 63 Fastening the seat belt 40 Infant and child restraint systems 63 LATCH-type child seat anchors 69 Seat belts 40, 58 Odometer, main 23 Oil level see Engine oil level Oil see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting 143 Canceling gear range limit 143 Downshifting 143 Upshifting 143 Opening Ashtray, center console 220 Ashtray, rear seat 221 Cup holder, in front of seat armrest 217 Index Cup holder, in rear seat armrest 218 Doors from the inside 85 Fuel filler flap 250 Fuel filler flap manually 308 Glove box 216 Hood 252 Side windows 200 Sliding/pop-up roof* 203, 309 Sliding/pop-up roof* in an emergency 309 Sliding/pop-up roof* with SmartKey 204 Trunk 84 Trunk from the inside 87 Windows 200 Windows with SmartKey 202 Operating Audio system 173 Cassette player 121 CD player* 120 COMAND* see separate operating instructions Navigation system* 121 Radio 119 Radio transmitters 246 Satellite radio* 119 Telephone* 138, 173, 193 Vehicle outside the USA and Canada 13 Operating safety Audio system 173 Operator’s Manual 10 Ornamental moldings 269 Outer seats Rear seat head restraints 94, 96 Outside temperature indicator 111 Overdue service 265 Overhead control panel 27 Overspeed range 363 Paintwork 268 Panic alarm* 71 Panic button on SmartKey 71 Parcel net In front passenger footwell 220 Parking 50, 241 Parking brake 45, 50 Engaging 50 Message in display 286 Releasing 45 Parking lamps Replacing bulbs 310, 311, 313, 314 Switching on 102 Parking position* Exterior rear view mirrors 101, 136, 150 Parts see Spare parts service PASS. AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 279 Passenger compartment 246 Fuse box in 332 Interior lighting 107 Interior rear view mirror 38 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 220 Passenger safety see Occupant safety 385 Index Pedals 239 Performance In cold weather 355 In hot weather 355 Phone book* Loading 140 Quick search 140 Phone number* Dialing 140 Redialing 140 Plastic and rubber parts Cleaning 272 Playing CDs 191 Poly-V-belt drive 363 Layout 339 Positions (Memory function*) Recalling from memory 100 Storing into memory 100 Power assistance 239 386 Power seat* Adjusting backrest tilt 35 Adjusting head restraint height 35 Adjusting head restraint tilt 36 Adjusting seat cushion tilt 35 Adjusting seat height 35 Memory function* 99 Removing/installing front head restraints 94 Seat fore and aft adjustment 35 Power train 364 Power washer 268 Power windows 200 Blocking of rear door window operation 70 Side windows 200 Synchronizing 202 Practical hints First aid kit 300 Fuses 332 Lamp in center console 279 Lamps in instrument cluster 274 Messages in the display 280 Minispare wheel 302 Minispare wheel bolts 304 Symbol messages 284 Text messages 281 Towing the vehicle 328 Vehicle jack 301 Vehicle tool kit 300 Premium unleaded gasoline 353 Problems While driving 49 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Program mode selector switch 364 Automatic transmission* 146 Quick search Phone book* 140 Index Radio Selecting stations 119 Station search 119 Station selection setting 132 Radio operation 179 Radio see Radio operation Radio transmitters, control and operation 246 Range (distance to empty) Calling up 138 Rapid seat heating* Switching off 98 Switching on 98 Reading lamp 27 Rear bench seat Foldable* 212 Rear door window Blocking operation 70 Rear fog lamp 311 Bulb 311 Switching on 105 Rear lamp bulbs Replacing 315 Rear lamps Messages in display 293–296 Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear outer seats Adjusting head restraint height 94 Rear passenger compartment, adjustable air vents Automatic climate control* 172 Climate control 161 Rear seat head restraints 94 Adjusting 94 Adjusting tilt 96 Folding back 95 Folding back with switch in center console 95 Installing 97 Outer seats 96 Placing upright 95 Removing 96 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 153 Rear window sunshade* 152 Reconnecting Vehicle battery 325 Refrigerant Air conditioning 352 Refueling 249 Regular checks 251 Reinstalling vehicle battery 324 Remote control SmartKey 82 Remote door unlock With Tele Aid* 230 Remote Vehicle Diagnostics 364 Removing Minispare wheel 302 Ski sack* 212 Vehicle battery 324 Vehicle tool kit 300 Wheel 319 Wiper blades 316 387 Index Replacing Backup lamp bulbs 315 Brake lamp bulbs 315 Bulbs 310 Front lamp bulbs 310, 312 Front turn signal bulbs 312, 314 Fuses 334 High beam bulbs 312 High beam bulbs (xenon-type* headlamps) 313 License plate lamp bulbs 315 Low beam bulbs 312 Parking lamp bulbs 313, 314 Rear fog lamp bulb 315 Rear lamp bulbs 311, 315 Rear turn signal bulbs 315 Side marker lamp bulbs 314 Standing lamp bulbs 313, 314 Wiper blades 316 Reporting Safety defects 18 388 Research Octane Number see RON Reset button in the instrument cluster 23, 123, 124 Resetting All functions (control system) 123 All functions of a submenu 124 Fuel consumption 137 Service indicator (FSS) 266 Trip odometer 111 Residual heat utilization 171 Residual ventilation 171 REST 171, 364 Restraint system Message in display 297 Restraint system see Infant and child restraint systems Reverse (manual transmission) Shifting into 141 Rims 342 Roadside Assistance 12 RON 250, 364 Roof rack* 209 Rotating wheels 262 Rubber parts Cleaning 272 Safety Occupant 54 Safety belts see Seat belts Safety defects Reporting 18 Safety systems Driving 72 Searching Radio station 119 Seat belt force limiter 63 Seat belt height adjustment 42 Seat belts 60 Cleaning 271 Fastening 40 Height adjustment 42 Messages in display 297 Proper use of 42, 62 Safety guidelines 58 Warning lamp 278 Seat cushion depth Adjusting 97 Seat heating* Switching off 98 Switching on 98 Seats 92 Adjusting 32 Easy entry/exit feature* 92 Heating* 98 Manual seat 33 Multicontour seat* 97 Power seat* 35 Split rear bench seat* 212 Selecting Display 129 Selector lever see gear selector lever Self-test BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system 66 Tele Aid* 224 Service Setting Index Calling up the service indicator 266 Major service (Service B) 265 Minor service (Service A) 265 Overdue 265 Spare parts 336 Types 265 When due 265 Service and Warranty Booklet Loss of 337 Service and warranty information 10 Service indicator 265 Calling up 266 Clearing 265, 266 Service life (tires) 261 Service see Maintenance Service System see FSS Convenience functions 125, 133 Cruise control 207 Daytime running lamp mode 129 Higher speed in cruise control 208 Hours (clock) 126 Individual vehicle settings 123 Instrument lighting 109 Interior lighting delayed shut-off 132 Key dependent memory 135 Lamps and lighting (control system) 129 Language, multifunction display 128 Locator lighting 130 Lower speed in cruise control 208 Miles/kilometers in speedometer 128 Minutes (clock) 126 Night security illumination 131 Parking position* for exterior rear view mirrors 136 Speed in cruise control 208 389 Index Speedometer display mode 128 Station selection mode 132 Temperature (Interior) Automatic climate control* 165 Climate control 156 Temperature indicator 127 Time display mode (Clock) 127 Units Speedometer 128 Temperature 127 Setting current speed 207 Settings Convenience functions 133 Factory, SmartKey 83 Individual, SmartKey 135 Lighting (control system) 129 Menus and submenus 115 Resetting all (control system) 123 Resetting in the submenu 124 Selective, SmartKey 83 390 Settings menu Side windows Functions in 123 Individual vehicle settings 123 Submenus 124 Shift lock 364 Shifting Gear selector lever 44 Gear selector lever positions 145 Gearshift lever 43 Into optimal gear range (Automatic transmission*) 143 Into reverse (Manual transmission) 141 Side impact airbags 60 Side marker lamps Replacing bulbs 310, 311, 314 Side markers Cleaning 269 Automatic opening 201 Cleaning 270 Closing 200, 201, 202 Closing fully 201 Closing with SmartKey 202 Opening 200, 201, 202 Opening fully 201 Opening with SmartKey 202 Stopping 201 Synchronizing power windows 202 Signal strength (telephone*) 139 Simultaneous wiping and washing Windshield wipers 48 Single wipe 48 Ski sack* 209 Installing 212 Removing 212 Unfolding and loading 209 Unloading and folding 211 Index Sliding/pop-up roof* 203 Speed Closing 203, 309 Closing with SmartKey 204 Messages in display 299 Opening 203, 309 Opening with SmartKey 204 Stopping 204 Synchronizing 205 SmartKey 82 Changing batteries 307 Locking and unlocking 82 Opening and closing the Setting current 207 Speed settings Cruise control 208 Speedometer 23 Settings units 128 Speedometer display mode Selecting 128 Split rear bench seat* 212 SRS 62, 364 Indicator lamp 278 Message in display 297 Station (radio) Search 119 Station selection Setting 132 Steel rims Technical data 343 Steering column Height adjustment, electrical* 38 Height adjustment, manual 37 Length adjustment, electrical* 38 Length adjustment, manual 37 Message in display 298 sliding/pop-up roof* with 204 Standing lamps 102 Steering gear oil Opening and closing windows with 202 Unlocking with 30 Snow chains 264 Soft keys Audio system 176 Spare fuses 334 Spare parts service 336 Replacing bulbs 310, 311, 313, 314 Message in display 298 Standing water Driving instructions 245 Starter switch 21, 31 Positions 31 Starting difficulties 44 Starting position 31 Starting the engine 43 Steering wheel Adjusting 36 Buttons 24 Cleaning 271 Electrical adjustment* 37 Manual adjustment 37 Stolen vehicle Tracking services 230 391 Index Stopping Sliding/pop-up roof* 204 Windows 201 Storage compartments Armrest 218 Glove box 216 Ventilated compartment 160 Storage spaces Cup holder in front of seat armrest 217 Cup holder in rear seat armrest 218 Storing (Memory function*) Positions into memory 100 Submenus Convenience 133 For settings 115 In control system 117 Instrument cluster 126 Lighting 129 Resetting functions in Control system 124 Selecting 124 Settings menu 124 Vehicle 132 392 Sun visors 151 Sunshade* 152 Supplemental Restraint System see SRS Switching Fuel (Flexible fuel vehicle) 354 Switching off Audio system 176 Automatic central locking (control system) 133 Delayed (exterior lamps) 131 Engine 52 ESP 75 Hazard warning flasher 106 Headlamps 51 Rapid seat heating* 98 Seat heating* 98 Switching on Audio system 176 Automatic central locking (control system) 133 ESP 76 Front fog lamps 105 Hazard warning flasher 106 Headlamps 46 High beams 106 Rapid seat heating* 98 Rear fog lamp 105 Seat heating* 98 Windshield wipers 48 Symbols 15 Synchronizing ESP 282 Power windows 202 Sliding/pop-up roof* 205 Tachometer 23, 111 Displaying gear range 144 Overspeed range 111 Tail lamps Cleaning 269 Replacing bulbs 311, 315 Tar stains 268 Index Technical data Tele Aid* 223 Air conditioning refrigerant 352 Brake fluid 352 Coolant 350 Coolants 356 Electrical system 346 Engine oil additives 352 Engine oils 352 Flexible fuel vehicles 354 Fuel requirements 353 Fuels 350 Gasoline additives 354 Lubricants 349 Main dimensions 347 Premium unleaded gasoline 353 Rims and tires 342 Weights 348 Windshield washer 351 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system 351, 358 Emergency calls 224 Information 227 Initiating an emergency call manually 226 Message in display 299 Remote door unlock 230 Roadside assistance 226 SOS button 226 Stolen vehicle tracking services 230 System self-check 224 Tele Aid System 223, 365 Upgrade signals 229 Telematics* 365 Telephone* 24, 222 Answering a call 139 Dialing a number from the phone book 140 Emergency call 198 Ending a call 139 Hands-free microphone 27 Loading phone book 140 Message in display 299 Operation 138, 193 Redialing 140 Signal strength 139 Temperature Display mode 127 Grades of tires 360 Setting interior temperature Automatic climate control* 165 Climate control 156 Setting units in display 127 Tires 262 Tightening torque (Wheel bolts) 321, 365 Tilt Head restraint Manual seat 34 Power seat* 36 Time Setting hours 126 Setting minutes 126 393 Index Time display Setting 127 Tire inflation pressure Checking 251, 261 Tire speed rating 243, 365 Tire traction 243 Tires 260, 342 Consumer information 359 Direction of rotation 261 Driving instructions 242 Retreads 260 Rims and tires 342 Service life 261 Temperature 262 Temperature grades 360 Tread depth 263 Wear pattern 262 Winter 263 Tools 300 394 Tow-away alarm* 25, 79 Arming 80 Disarming 80 Disarming for transport 80 Towing eye bolt (vehicle tool kit) Installing 331 Towing the vehicle 328 Tracking services For stolen vehicle 230 Traction 147, 359, 365 Transmission gear selector lever Unlocking manually 308 Transmission see Trunk Auxiliary fuse box 334 Closing the lid 87 Lamp 108 Opening 84 Opening from inside vehicle 87 Separately locking 89 Separately unlocking 90 Trunk lid emergency release 88 Trunk lid Closing 87 Emergency release 88 Message in display 299 Automatic* or Manual transmission Turn signal lamps Tread depth (tires) 263 Tread Wear 359 Trip computer 136 Trip odometer Resetting 111 Replacing bulbs 310, 311 Turn signals 47 Additional in mirrors 310 Cleaning lenses 269 Front bulbs 310, 312, 314 Indicator lamps 23 Rear bulbs 311, 315 Turning off Engine 52 U Units Setting speedometer units 128 Setting temperature units 127 Unlocking 30, 82 Centrally from inside 91 Driver’s door in an emergency 305 Fuel filler flap 249 Global 83 In an emergency 305 Selective settings 83 Separately the trunk 90 Transmission gear selector lever manually 308 Trunk in an emergency 306 Vehicle in an emergency 230 With the SmartKey 30 Upgrade signals Tele Aid* 229 Uphill driving Cruise control 207 Upholstery Cleaning 271 Upshifting 143 Useful features 216 Ashtrays 220 Cigarette lighter 221 Tele Aid* 223 Telephone* 222 Vehicle Individual settings 123, 125 Locking 25 Locking in an emergency 306 Lowering 321 Performance in cold weather 355 Performance in hot weather 355 Service battery 323 Towing 328 Unlocking 25 Unlocking in an emergency 305 With flexible fuel 354 Vehicle battery 323 Vehicle care 267 Cloth upholstery 272 Cup holder 271 Engine cleaning 269 Gear selector lever 271 Hard plastic trim items 271 Headlamps 269 Instrument cluster 270 Leather upholstery 271 Light alloy wheels 270 MB Tex upholstery 272 Ornamental moldings 269 Paintwork 268 Plastic and rubber parts 272 Power washer 268 Seat belts 271 Side markers 269 Steering wheel 271 Tail lamps 269 Tar stains 268 Turn signals 269 Index 395 Index Upholstery 271 Vehicle washing 269 Window cleaning 270 Wiper blades 270 Wood trims 272 Vehicle Identification Number see VIN Vehicle jack 301 Vehicle lighting Checking 251 Vehicle tool kit 300 Alignment bolt 300 Removing 300 Spare fuses 300 Special fuse puller 300 Towing eye bolt 300 Vehicle jack 300 Wheel bolts 300 Wheel wrench 300 Vehicle washing 269 Ventilated storage compartment 160 Ventilation Storage compartment 160 VIN 338, 365 Voice control system* 365 Hands-free microphone 27 Warning lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Warning sounds Drivers seat belts 60 Parking brake 45 Warranty coverage 337 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washing the vehicle 267 Wear pattern (tires) 262 Weights 348 Wheel change Tightening torque 321 Wheels Rotating 262 Tires and wheels 260 Window curtain airbags 60 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defogging Automatic climate control* 166 Climate control 157 Refilling washer fluid 259 Replacing wiper blades 316 Washer fluid 259, 358 Washer system 358 Windshield washer fluid 358 Message in display 299 Mixing ratio 358 Refilling 259 Wiping with 48 Windshield washer system 358 396 Windshield wipers 47, 148 Wiping Interval 48 With windshield washer fluid 48 Wood trims Cleaning 272 Xenon headlamps Bi-Xenon* 361 Fast wiper speed 48 Replacing wiper blades 316 Single wipe 48 Switching on 48 Wiping with windshield washer fluid 48 Winter driving 263 Block heater 264 Snow chains 264 Tires 263 Winter driving instructions 244 Winter tires 263 Wiper blades Cleaning 270 Installing 316 Removing 316 Replacing 316 Index 397 398 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 you 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 or www.mercedes-benz.ca. 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 questions about carrying out any type of 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. P00.01-2283-31 Press time 08/14/03 GSP/TIP Printed in Germany C 230 Kompressor Sport C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC C 320 Sport C 32 AMG Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demon- stration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, 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 ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen- gers, we ask you to make a small invest- ment of time: 앫 Please read this manual carefully, then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference. 앫 Please follow the recommendations contained in this manual. They are de- signed to acquaint you with the opera- tion of your Mercedes-Benz. 앫 Please pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and oc- cupants. We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company At a glance .......................................... 19 Cockpit................................................. 20 Instrument cluster ................................ 22 Multifunction steering wheel ................ 24 Center console ..................................... 25 Upper part ...................................... 25 Lower part ...................................... 26 Overhead control panel ........................ 27 Door control panel................................ 28 Introduction.......................................... 9 Product information................................ 9 Operator’s Manual............................... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11 Maintenance .................................. 12 Roadside Assistance ...................... 12 Change of address or ownership.... 12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada......................... 13 Where to find it.................................... 14 Symbols............................................... 15 Operating safety .................................. 16 Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16 Problems with your vehicle.................. 17 Reporting safety defects...................... 18 Reporting Safety Defects ............... 18 Contents Getting started................................... 29 Unlocking ............................................. 30 Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 30 Adjusting .............................................. 32 Seats .............................................. 32 Steering wheel................................ 36 Mirrors............................................ 38 Driving.................................................. 40 Fastening the seat belt ................... 40 Starting the engine ......................... 43 Switching on headlamps................. 46 Turn signals and high beam ............ 47 Windshield wipers........................... 47 Problems while driving.................... 49 Parking and locking.............................. 50 Parking brake ................................. 50 Switching off headlamps................. 51 Turning off engine........................... 52 Contents Safety and Security ........................... 53 Occupant safety................................... 54 Airbags ........................................... 55 Seat belts ....................................... 60 Children in the vehicle.................... 63 Blocking of rear door window operation........................................ 70 Panic alarm* ........................................ 71 Activating ....................................... 71 Deactivating ................................... 71 Driving safety systems......................... 72 ABS ................................................ 72 BAS ................................................ 73 ESP................................................. 74 Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESP ....... 77 Anti-theft systems................................ 78 Immobilizer..................................... 78 Anti-theft alarm system*................ 78 Tow-away alarm* ........................... 79 Controls in detail ............................... 81 Locking and unlocking......................... 82 SmartKey ....................................... 82 Opening the doors from the inside ....................................... 85 Opening the trunk .......................... 86 Closing the trunk............................ 87 Trunk lid emergency release .......... 88 Separately locking the trunk .......... 89 Separately unlocking the trunk ...... 90 Automatic central locking .............. 90 Locking and unlocking from the inside ....................................... 91 Seats ................................................... 92 Easy-entry/exit feature* ................ 92 Removing and installing front seat head restraints............................... 93 Rear seat head restraints ............... 94 Multicontour seat*......................... 97 Heated seats*................................ 98 Memory function* ............................... 99 Storing positions into memory ..... 100 Recalling positions from memory. 100 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position ........................... 101 Lighting ............................................. 102 Exterior lamp switch .................... 102 Combination switch ..................... 105 Hazard warning flasher ................ 106 Interior lighting ............................ 107 Door entry lamps ......................... 108 Trunk lamp................................... 108 Instrument cluster ............................. 109 Instrument cluster illumination .... 109 Coolant temperature display........ 110 Trip odometer .............................. 111 Tachometer.................................. 111 Outside temperature indicator..... 111 Control system .................................. 113 Multifunction display.................... 113 Multifunction steering wheel........ 114 Menus.......................................... 116 Standard display menu ................ 118 AUDIO menu ................................ 118 NAVI* menu................................. 121 Malfunction memory menu .......... 122 Settings menu.............................. 123 Trip computer menu..................... 136 TEL menu* ................................... 138 Manual transmission ......................... 141 Shifting into reverse..................... 141 Automatic transmission*................... 142 One-touch gearshifting................. 143 Gear ranges ................................. 144 Gear selector lever position ......... 145 Program mode selector switch..... 146 Accelerator position..................... 147 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) ...................... 147 Good visibility .................................... 148 Windshield wipers ........................ 148 Headlamp cleaning system* ........ 148 Rear view mirrors......................... 149 Sun visors .................................... 151 Rear window sunshade* .............. 152 Rear window defroster................. 153 Climate control.................................. 154 Setting the temperature............... 156 Adjusting air distribution and volume ......................................... 157 Defrosting .................................... 158 Air recirculation mode.................. 158 Deactivating the climate control system ......................................... 159 Air conditioning............................ 160 Ventilated storage compartment .. 160 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents....................... 161 Automatic climate control* ................ 162 Setting the temperature................ 165 Adjusting air distribution............... 166 Adjusting air volume ..................... 166 Maximum cooling MAXCOOL ........ 167 Defrosting ..................................... 167 Air recirculation mode .................. 167 Charcoal filter ............................... 169 Air conditioning............................. 170 Residual heat and ventilation........ 171 Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents....................... 172 Audio system...................................... 173 Audio and telephone, operation.... 173 Operating safety ........................... 173 Operating and display elements.... 174 Button and soft key operation....... 176 Operation...................................... 176 Radio operation ............................ 179 Satellite radio (SAT)* (USA only)... 182 Cassette operation ....................... 186 CD changer* operation................. 189 Telephone* operation ................... 193 Contents Power windows .................................. 200 Opening and closing the windows ................................. 200 Synchronizing power windows...... 202 Sliding/pop-up roof*.......................... 203 Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up roof ................ 203 Synchronizing the sliding/pop-up roof ................ 205 Driving systems.................................. 206 Cruise control ............................... 206 Loading .............................................. 209 Roof rack* .................................... 209 Ski sack* ...................................... 209 Split rear bench seat* .................. 212 Loading instructions ..................... 214 Useful features................................... 216 Interior storage spaces................. 216 Ashtrays........................................ 220 Cigarette lighter............................ 221 Telephone*................................... 222 Tele Aid*....................................... 223 Garage door opener...................... 231 Contents Operation ......................................... 237 The first 1000 miles (1500 km)......... 238 Driving instructions............................ 239 Drive sensibly – save fuel ............. 239 Drinking and driving ..................... 239 Pedals .......................................... 239 Power assistance ......................... 239 Brakes .......................................... 240 Driving off..................................... 241 Parking ......................................... 241 Tires ............................................. 242 Hydroplaning................................ 242 Tire traction.................................. 243 Tire speed rating .......................... 243 Winter driving instructions ........... 244 Standing water ............................. 245 Passenger compartment .............. 246 Driving abroad.............................. 246 Control and operation of radio transmitters.................................. 246 Catalytic converter....................... 247 Emission control........................... 247 Coolant temperature .................... 248 Winter driving .................................... 263 Winter tires .................................. 263 Block heater (Canada only) .......... 264 Snow chains................................. 264 Maintenance...................................... 265 Clearing the service indicator ...... 265 Service term exceeded ................ 265 Calling up the service indicator.... 266 Resetting the service indicator .... 266 Vehicle care....................................... 267 Cleaning and care of the vehicle.. 267 At the gas station .............................. 249 Refueling ...................................... 249 Check regularly and before a long trip..................................... 251 Engine compartment ......................... 252 Hood ............................................ 252 Engine oil ..................................... 253 Transmission fluid level................ 256 Coolant level ................................ 257 Battery ......................................... 258 Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*......... 259 Tires and wheels................................ 260 Important guidelines .................... 260 Life of tire..................................... 261 Direction of rotation..................... 261 Checking tire inflation pressure ... 261 Rotating wheels ........................... 262 Contents Jump starting...................................... 326 Towing the vehicle.............................. 328 Installing towing eye bolt.............. 331 Fuses.................................................. 332 Fuse box in passenger compartment............... 332 Fuse box in engine compartment . 333 Auxiliary fuse box in trunk ............ 334 Practical hints ................................ 273 What to do if … .................................. 274 Lamps in instrument cluster ........ 274 Lamp in center console................ 279 Messages in the display............... 280 Where will I find ...? ........................... 300 First aid kit................................... 300 Vehicle tool kit ............................. 300 Minispare wheel........................... 302 Unlocking/locking in an emergency.. 305 Unlocking the vehicle................... 305 Locking the vehicle ...................... 306 Changing batteries in the SmartKey ............................... 307 Fuel filler flap ............................... 308 Manually unlocking the transmission gear selector lever .. 308 Opening/closing in an emergency..... 309 Sliding/pop-up roof* ................... 309 Replacing bulbs .................................. 310 Bulbs............................................. 310 Replacing bulbs for front lamps .... 312 Side marker lamp bulb.................. 314 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 315 Replacing wiper blades....................... 316 Removing wiper blades................. 316 Installing wiper blades .................. 316 Flat tire............................................... 317 Preparing the vehicle .................... 317 Mounting the Minispare wheel...... 317 Battery................................................ 323 Disconnecting the battery............. 324 Removing the battery.................... 324 Charging and reinstalling the battery .................................... 324 Reconnecting the battery.............. 325 Contents Technical data.................................. 335 Spare parts service ............................ 336 Warranty coverage............................. 337 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet...................... 337 Identification labels............................ 338 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 339 C 230 Kompressor Sport.............. 339 C 240/C 320 (all models) ............ 339 C 32 AMG..................................... 339 Engine................................................ 340 Rims and Tires ................................... 342 Same size tires............................. 343 Mixed size tires ............................ 344 Minispare wheel ........................... 345 Electrical system................................ 346 Main dimensions................................ 347 Weights.............................................. 348 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 349 Capacities .................................... 349 Engine oils.................................... 352 Engine oil additives ...................... 352 Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 352 Brake fluid.................................... 352 Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 353 Fuel requirements ........................ 353 Gasoline additives........................ 354 Flexible Fuel Vehicles................... 354 Coolants....................................... 356 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system ......................... 358 Consumer information....................... 359 Uniform tire quality grading ......... 359 Technical terms............................... 361 Index................................................. 367 왔 Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz 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 special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Introduction Product information We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in indi- vidual cases an official approval or authori- zation by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and acces- sories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive informa- tion, also on permissible technical modifi- cations, and where proper installation will be performed. Introduction Operator’s Manual 왔 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 in- structions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in dam- age to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by fail- ure 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 au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper proce- dures. 10 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, infor- mation, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instruc- tions 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 Book- let are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle. Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: 앫 New Car Limited Warranty 앫 Emission System Warranty 앫 Emission Performance Warranty 앫 California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only) 앫 State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws) (1) the same substantial defect or mal- function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that de- fect 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, (2) the same substantial defect or mal- function of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have direct- ly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees 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 au- thorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or mal- functions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the pe- riod of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18000 miles (approx. 29000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair at- tempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following oc-

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