C-class Operator’s Manual
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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.
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 ..................
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 .................................
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 ........
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) ..........
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 ............
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 .......
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.
Introduction 2 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.
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.
Introduction 4 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.
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.
Introduction 6 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.
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.
Introduction 8 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.
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.
Instruments and controls Instruments and controls ............... 12 Door control panel ....................... 14 Overhead control panel ............... 15 Dashboard ..................................... 16 Center console ..............................
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instruments and controls Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 12 Instruments and controls P68.
1 Door control panel, see page 14 3 Dashboard, see page 16 2 Overhead control panel, see page 15 4 Center console, see page 18 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Operation 13 Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index
Instruments and controls Operation Instruments and controls Door control panel Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 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
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 Instruments and controls Operation 15 Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instruments and controls Practical hints Car care Technical data 16 Dashboard 11 12 9 7 5 10 8 14 6 15 13 P68.
1 Hood lock release, see page 297 10 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 92 Horn (with electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2) 2 Parking brake pedal, see page 243 3 Steering wheel adjustment (manual), see page 77 11 Instrument cluster, see page 88 4 Parking brake release, see page 243 5 Exterior lamp switch, see page 130 12 Voice recognition system switch, see separate operating instructions 6 Combination switch, see page 134 13 Starter switch, see page 230 7 Exterior mirror adjustment,
Instruments and controls Operation Instruments and controls Center console Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 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 protectio
12 Ashtray, see page 199 14 Storage compartment, see page 195 13 Automatic transmission, see page 234, or Manual transmission, see page 233 15 Armrest, see page 195 Storage compartment, see page 201 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Operation 19 Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index
Instruments and controls Operation Driving 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 .......................
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 .....
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Central locking system Practical hints Car care Technical data 22 Vehicle keys Warning! Included with your vehicle are 2 electronic main keys with integrated radio frequency and infrared remote controls plus removable mechanical key. 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.
Electronic main key 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. 1 The infrared receivers are located in the front door handles. Note: 3 Remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key when using valet parking service.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Central locking system Start lock-out 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.
Central locking system 4 Radio frequency and infrared remote control 3 The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control. 2 1 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. 5 P80.
Instruments and controls Operation Instrument cluster display Driving Central locking system Practical hints Car care Technical data 26 6 7 P80.30-2139-26 6 Infrared receiver in driver’s door handle P80.
Locking and unlocking with remote control 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. 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): Locking: Press transmit button ‹ once.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Central locking system Practical hints Car care Technical data 28 Opening the trunk Important! The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance. Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle is centrally locked. A minimum height clearance of 5.75 ft. (1.75 m) is required to open the trunk lid.
Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside (summer opening/convenience feature) 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. Aim transmitter eye of remote control at the door receiver. 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.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Central locking system Practical hints Car care Technical data 30 Panic button 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 1 (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Doors 4 5 2 3 1 4 Individual door from inside: Push lock button down to lock. 1 Opening – pull handle 2 Unlocking driver’s door 5 Front door from inside: Pull handle to unlock. 3 Locking driver’s door Important! When you lock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the door lock button should move down. The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Central locking system If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. When opening a front door while the central locking system is in the: • selective unlocking mode, only that individual door is unlocked. The remaining doors, the trunk and fuel filler flap remain locked. • global unlocking mode, all doors, the trunk and fuel filler flap are unlocked.
Central locking switch If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the global remote control mode, the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside. Notes: If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control, the doors and trunk cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Central locking system Practical hints Car care Technical data 34 Automatic central locking Important! With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
Trunk The lock is located next to the recessed handle. When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle. To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the electronic main key less its mechanical key with the vehicle. Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Central locking system Practical hints Car care Technical data 36 P88.50-2128-26 Pull handle (arrow) to open the trunk lid. 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. Lower trunk lid using handle (1) and close it with hands placed flat on trunk lid.
Trunk lid release switch 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. To open the trunk, the vehicle must be at standstill. Press switch until trunk lid is open. The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open. Notes: The trunk can also be opened by using the remote control. Press Š button.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Antitheft alarm system Antitheft alarm system Practical hints Car care Technical data 38 Operation: Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone: • opens a door, • opens the trunk, • opens the hood, • attempts to raise the vehicle.
Tow-away alarm To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key. 2 The switch is located in the center console. 1 Press to switch off tow-away alarm 2 Indicator lamp Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tow-away alarm The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically.
Easy-entry/exit feature When the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch and the driver’s door is closed, the steering wheel and the driver’s seat return to the last position set for it. With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards and the driver’s seat moves rearwards. Warning! This allows easier entry into and exit from the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened. However, the engine must be turned off.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Seats Practical hints Car care Technical data 42 Front seat adjustment Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision.
Power seat We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order: 1 Seat, up/down Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached. 2 Seat adjustment, fore/aft Press the switch (fore/aft direction) until a comfortable seating position is reached that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Seats Practical hints Car care Technical data 44 5 Head restraint The height of the head restraint is adjusted automatically with the seat so that the back of the head is supported approximately at ear level. Adjust the head restraint using the switch to support the back of your head approximately at ear level. Only minor personal adjustments, as described below, should then be required.
Manual seat We recommend to adjust the seat in the following order: 1 Fore/aft adjustment Lift handle (1), slide seat to desired position and allow handle to reengage. Check for proper engagement before driving. 2 Seat cushion tilt Turn handwheel (2) forward or backward. 3 Seat height adjustment Press the switch (3) in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Seats Practical hints Car care Technical data 46 5 Head restraint height Raising: Pull up on head restraint. Lowering: Push button (5) and push down on head restraint. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. The head restraint inclination can also be adjusted manually. Head restraint inclination Push or pull the head restraint in direction of arrow.
Removal and installation of front seat head restraints Note: Tilt the backrest rearward for easier removal and installation of the head restraints. Power seat To remove: Press switch (1) upwards and hold until the head restraint is fully extended. Pull head restraint out. To install: Press switch (1) upwards and hold for about 5 seconds. Press the head restraint down until it engages. Adjust head restraint to the desired position.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Seats Practical hints Car care Technical data 48 Manual seat Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident. To remove: Pull head restraint to its highest position.
Multicontour seat (optional) Some models may be equipped with driver’s multicontour seat. These seats have movable seat cushions and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support. The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied with regulators (1, 2 and 3) after turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Seats Practical hints Car care Technical data 50 Heated seats (optional) Press switch to turn on seat heater: 1 Normal seat heating mode. One indicator lamp in the switch lights up. 2 Rapid seat heating mode. Both indicator lamps in the switch light up. After approximately 5 minutes in the rapid seat heating mode, the seat heater automatically switches to normal operation and only one indicator lamp will stay on.
Note: When in operation, the seat heater consumes a large amount of electrical power. It is not advisable to use the seat heater longer than necessary. The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time, or if the battery charge is low. When this occurs, the indicator lamp in the switch will blink (both indicator lamps blink during rapid seat heating mode). The seat heaters will switch on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Seats Practical hints Car care Technical data 52 Rear seat head restraints Folding head restraints back with switch in the center console: Folding head restraints back in the rear passenger compartment: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Push lock button (1). The head restraints will fold backward.
Place head restraints upright Important! For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied. Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints. Placing head restraints upright: Pull the head restraint forward until it locks into position. Angle of head restraints: The head restraint angle can be adjusted manually.
Instruments and controls Operation Seats Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 54 Head restraint height Raising: Pull up on head restraint. Lowering: Push button (2) and push down on head restraint. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. The head restraint inclination can also be adjusted manually. Note: The center rear seat head restraint cannot be adjusted or removed.
Seat belts and integrated restraint system Warning! Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats, emergency tensioning retractors for all outboard seat belts, dual front airbags, door mounted side impact airbags, and head protective window curtain airbags. Their protective functions are designed to complement one another.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Practical hints Car care Technical data 56 Warning! Seat belt nonusage warning system Never ride in a moving vehicle with the backrest reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Warning! Warning! Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident. You and your passengers should always wear seat belts. Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt. If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Fastening seat belts Practical hints Car care Technical data 58 The lap belt should be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen. Warning! Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restrained – even those sitting in the rear. Tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.
Operation of seat belts The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during sudden stops or when quickly pulling on the belt. The locking function of the reel may be checked by quickly pulling out the belt. Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder (it should not touch the neck). Caution! For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the seat or seat back into positions which could affect the correct seat belt positioning.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. • Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section, as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident. • Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, including rollovers.
• Pregnant women should also use a lapshoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Practical hints Car care Technical data 62 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system Warning! Special BabySmartTM compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center are required for use with the BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, the passenger front airbag will not deploy.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Seat belt fastened • first threshold exceeded: ETR activates Airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts. Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus seat belts in impacts for which the airbags were designed to operate, and do not afford any protection whatsoever in crashes for which the airbags are not designed to deploy.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) The seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are equipped with emergency tensioning retractors. These tensioning retractors are located in each belt’s inertia reel and become operationally ready with the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2.
Airbags 1 Driver airbag Front airbags 2 Front passenger airbag The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the seat belt. In some cases, however, the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced by an airbag. In conjunction with wearing the seat belts, the driver and front passenger airbags can provide increased protection for the driver and front passenger in certain frontal impacts exceeding preset thresholds.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems come on at all or if it fails to extinguish after approximately 4 seconds or if it comes on thereafter, a malfunction in the system has been detected. The following system components are monitored or undergo a self-check: crash-sensor(s), airbag ignition circuits, front seat belt buckles, emergency tensioning retractors, seat sensor.
The driver and passenger front airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts exceeding a preset threshold. The front passenger airbag deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied and the ü indicator lamp in the center console is not illuminated.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Side impact airbags, window curtain airbags Practical hints Car care Technical data 68 Side impact airbags The side impact airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding a preset threshold. Only the side impact airbags on the impacted side of the vehicle deploy. The side impact airbag for the front passenger deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied.
Important! The window curtain airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding a preset threshold. Only the head protection window curtain airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle deploys. Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side (side impact and head protection window curtain airbags) impacts which exceed preset thresholds.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Warning! Airbags are designed to reduce the potential of injury in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side (side impact and head protection window curtain airbags) impacts which may cause significant injuries, however, no system available today can totally eliminate injuries and fatalities. The activation of the “SRS” temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the airbags.
• Sit properly belted in an upright position with your back against the backrest. • Occupants, especially children, should never lean their heads in the area of the door where the side airbag inflates. This could result in serious injuries or death should the airbag be triggered. • Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag Warning! Practical hints Car care Technical data 72 • Do not pass belts over sharp edges. • Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the belts. • Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked.
• For your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the airbag unit or emergency tensioning retractor, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Infant and child restraint systems • Given the considerable deployment speed and the textile structure of the airbags, there is the possibility of abrasions or other injuries resulting from airbag deployment.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Practical hints Car care Technical data 74 Important! Warning! The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces.
Installation of infant and child restraint systems Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt. Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Practical hints Car care Technical data 76 Child seat mounts 2 1 P91.12-2233-26 To secure a tether strap to the anchorage, securely fasten the hook (3), which is part of the tether strap, to the anchorage ring (2). For safety, please make sure that the hook has attached to the ring beyond the safety catch, as illustrated.
Steering wheel adjustment (manual) To fold mounts (1) back, press down button (2) on each mount and return mount into its catch. Note: With a child seat installed in the left rear seat, the seat belt for the center seat occupied by a passenger must operate freely. Guide seat belt between its seat cushion mount and backrest mount along outside of right side child seat mount. Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Restraint systems Practical hints Car care Technical data 78 Unlocking: Important! Pull handle (1) out to its stop. Do not drive the vehicle until you have properly locked the steering column. Adjusting: Move steering wheel to the desired position. Locking: Push handle (1) in until it engages. See “STEERING WH. ADJUST” on page 292 for malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display.
Steering wheel adjustment (electrical) Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose the control of the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch and lock your vehicle. The steering wheel adjustment feature can also be operated with the driver’s door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Rear view mirrors Practical hints Car care Technical data 80 Rear view mirrors Note: Inside rear view mirror The automatic antiglare function does not react, if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the mirror. Manually adjust the mirror.
Exterior rear view mirrors Exterior mirror adjustment Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Push button to select mirror to be adjusted: Driver’s side – Push button (1). Passenger side – Push button (2). P 0 Push the adjustment button (3) up, down, left or right according to the setting desired. Auto Notes: The exterior rear view mirrors have electrically heated glass. The heater switches on automatically, depending on outside temperature.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Rear view mirrors Parking position exterior mirror (only vehicles with power seats) The passenger side exterior mirror can be adjusted and programmed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers (e.g. to observe the curb or other objects close to the vehicle).
Note: To store passenger mirror parking position: One stored parking position is available for each of the two electronic main keys. 1. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. This is only possible if you select “ON” in the menu “SETTINGS KEY-DEPENDENT”. Refer to “CONVENIENCE” under individual settings, see page 121. The vehicle must be stationary. 2. Select passenger side mirror and adjust the mirror to view the curb. 3. Push the memory button “M” (4). 4.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Rear view mirrors Practical hints Car care Technical data 84 Driver’s side exterior mirror, antiglare mode Warning! Antiglare mode: With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity. In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass breaks.
Memory function Together with the driver’s seat position you can store the positions for steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors. For the front passenger you can store the seat position. Three stored positions for the driver’s seat are available for each of the two electronic main keys. The memory and stored position buttons are located on the doors.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Memory function Practical hints Car care Technical data 86 Storing positions into memory: Recalling positions from memory: With the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2 or with the relevant door open and the electronic key inserted in the starter switch. To recall a seat /steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror position, turn button (2) to selected memory position and press to recall.
Important! Warning! Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust if necessary the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and backrest angle to insure adequate control, reach and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height. See also airbag section for proper seat positioning.
Instruments and controls Operation Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints 88 Car care Technical data Index
11 High beam headlamp indicator, exterior lamp switch, see page 130 and combination switch, see page 134.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Instrument cluster Activating instrument cluster display The instrument cluster is activated by: • Opening the door1. • Pressing button (1) on the instrument cluster1. • Turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. • Switching on the exterior lamps. 1 The instrument cluster is activated for approximately 30 seconds.
Trip odometer (13) Outside temperature indicator (17) To reset to “0” miles/km: Warning! Activate the instrument cluster if it is not already activated, see page 90. The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an Ice-Warning Device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Practical hints Car care Technical data 92 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display P54.
3 Navigation system, see page 106 Depending on your vehicle’s equipment, you may use the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to call up, control and set the following systems in the multifunction display: 4 Malfunction message memory, see page 109 5 Individual settings, see page 111 6 Trip computer, see page 107 1 Trip odometer and main odometer, see page 91 and page 96 After start After reset Fuel tank content Flexible service system (FSS), see page 125 Vehicle speed, see page 96 Coolant tempe
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Practical hints Car care Technical data 94 Warning! Note: A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/ her primary focus when driving. The displays in the multifunction display can be set to German, English, French, Italian or Spanish language. See the “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” individual settings on page 111 for instructions on changing the language setting.
Press button: 3 è for next system 4 ÿ for previous system 5 j for next display in system 6 k for previous display in system 7 æ to increase the volume, see page 123 8 ç to decrease the volume, see page 123 9 í to dial a telephone number, see page 101 10 ì to end a call See page 101 for telephone and page 105 for instructions on answering an incoming call. 11 Horn pad Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the required system is displayed. P46.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Practical hints Car care Technical data 96 Trip-/main odometer, FSS, coolant temperature, vehicle speed, engine oil level indicator P54.
Press è or ÿ button repeatedly until the trip odometer and main odometer display (1) appears. 1 Trip odometer and main odometer See page 91 for instructions on resetting the trip odometer. Press the j or k button repeatedly until the required display (2, 3, 4, 5, 1) appears. 2 Coolant temperature gauge, see page 124 Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system. 3 Vehicle speed if “SPEED DISP.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Practical hints Car care Technical data 98 Audio systems 1 Audio system is switched off. Radio 2 The radio is switched on. 3 Wave band setting and memory location number, where appropriate. 4 Station name setting or station frequency. 5 This only appears when “MEMORY” rather than “FREQUENCY” has been selected in the Individual settings. See page 119.
CD player 1 Radio system is switched off. 2 The CD player is switched on. 3 The number of the CD currently playing is displayed if you are using a CD changer. 4 Track number. “TITLE” appears on vehicles with COMAND system. “TRACK” appears on vehicles with audio system. The radio must be switched on. The CD player must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until display (2) appears. Press the j or k button repeatedly until the required track number (4) is displayed.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Practical hints Car care Technical data 100 Cassette player 1 Audio system is switched off. 2 The cassette player is switched on. 3 Side being played. The radio must be switched on. The cassette player must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until display (2) appears. Pressing the j button fast forward on to the next track.
Telephone 1 The telephone is switched off. Telephone book 2 The vehicle is currently outside the transmitter or receiver range. 3 The telephone is ready for use. 4 Name selected from the telephone book. 5 Number for the name selected. The dialing commences. 6 Dialing is completed. The name is displayed. The display remains for the duration of the call.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display The telephone must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the display (3) appears. See the separate telephone instructions manual. Pressing j or k “browses” alphabetically forward or backward through the telephone book, providing it was previously downloaded. See telephone operator’s manual for details concerning downloading.
Redialing 1 The telephone is ready for use. 2 Number or name stored in the redial memory. 3 Number in the redial memory — redialing has commenced. 4 Dialing is complete and the name stored in the telephone book is displayed or the number dialed will remain displayed if no name has been store. The display remains for the duration of the call. 5 Signal strength: Vehicles with audio system (in top right corner): the higher the number, the stronger the signal received from the net.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display The telephone must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the display (1) appears. Pressing the í button activates the redial memory and the most recently dialed number is displayed. Pressing the j or k button “browses” forward or backward through the redial memory. The number selected appears in the display.
Press the í button to answer the call. Incoming call Press the ì button to hang up or if you do not wish to answer the incoming call. The telephone must be switched on. 1 “CALL” — you are being called. 2 Signal strength: Vehicles with audio system (in top right corner): the higher the number, the stronger the phone signal received by the antenna. Vehicles with COMAND (in top left corner): the higher the number of bars, the stronger the phone signal received by the antenna.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Practical hints Car care Technical data 106 Navigation system 1 The navigation system is switched off. 2 The navigation system is switched on but no destination has been specified. 3 The navigation system is switched on and destination guidance is active. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the required system is displayed.
Trip computer 1 “AFTER START” — short distance memory 2 “AFTER RESET” — long distance memory 3 Estimated range remaining 4 Distance covered “AFTER START” or “AFTER RESET” 5 Elapsed time “AFTER START” or “AFTER RESET” 6 Average speed “AFTER START” or “AFTER RESET” 7 Average fuel consumption “AFTER START” or “AFTER RESET” Press the button è or ÿ repeatedly until the display (1, 2 or 3) appears.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display To reset the short “AFTER START” (1) or long “AFTER RESET” distance memory (2): Call up the relevant display (1 or 2) using the j or k button and press the reset knob on the instrument cluster, see page 88, until the values are reset to “0”.
Malfunction/warning message memory 1 There are no messages stored in the system. 2 Number of messages stored in the system. 3 There are messages stored in the system. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the message memory (1 or 2) is displayed. Press the j or k button if display (2) appears. The stored messages will now be displayed in order. See page 274 for malfunction and warning messages. Display (2) will reappear after you have scanned all the malfunction and warning messages.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display The message memory will be cleared when the electronic key is turned in the starter switch to position 1 or 2. Should any subsequent faults occur, they will be displayed in the message memory. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.
Individual settings 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings. 2 “SETTINGS” – the requested menu can be called up in this options menu: “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER”, see page 113. “LIGHTING”, see page 117. “VEHICLE”, see page 119. “CONVENIENCE”, see page 121. The four menus contain additional submenus. Individual settings can be selected in these submenus. 3 See below for instructions on returning the setting menus to the factory settings. 4 Acknowledgment.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the individual setting preliminary display (1) appears. Practical hints Car care Technical data 112 To return menu “SETTINGS” (2) to its factory setting: Press the j or k button until the setting menu “SETTINGS” (2) is displayed. • Call up the individual setting preliminary display (1) or display (2).
“INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” P54.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings 2 “SETTINGS” – the menu “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” can be called up in this options menu. Pressing button æ or ç on the multifunction steering wheel controls the selection marker. 3 “SET TIME” - “HOURS”1 4 “SET TIME” - “MINUTES”1 5 “12/24 O’CLOCK” – the unit set is displayed in the instrument cluster display 6 “TEMP.
Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the individual setting preliminary display (1) appears. Press the j or k button until the required display (3 to 9) is displayed. Press the j or k button until the setting menu “SETTINGS” (2) is displayed. Pressing the æ or ç button sets the time in setting menus (3, 4) and controls the selection marker in the setting menus (5 to 9). Press button æ or ç until the menu “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” is selected by the selection marker.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display To return menu “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” (5 to 9) to its factory setting: • Call up one of the setting menus(3 to 9). • Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster, see page 88, for approximately 3 seconds. Display (10) will appear. Practical hints Car care Technical data 116 • Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster once more.
“LIGHTING” P54.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings 2 “SETTINGS” – in this options menu you can call up the menu “LIGHTING”. Pressing button æ or ç on the multifunction steering wheel controls the selection marker. 3 “LIGHT CIRCUIT HEADLAMP MODE”1, see page 131. 4 “LOCATOR LIGHTING”, see page 133. 5 “HEADLAMPS DELAYED SWITCH-OFF”, see “Night security illumination” on page 132. 6 “INT.
“VEHICLE” (audio and central locking system) P54.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings 2 “SETTINGS” – in this options menu you can call up the menu “VEHICLE”. Pressing button æ or ç on the multifunction steering wheel controls the selection marker. 3 “PRESS BUTTON IN AUDIO MODE” – radio adjustment “STATION SEARCH”: use the j or k button to select a frequency.
“CONVENIENCE” (only vehicles with power seats) P54.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 1 Preliminary display of the individual settings 2 “SETTINGS” – in this options menu you can call up the menu “CONVENIENCE”. Pressing button æ or ç on the multifunction steering wheel controls the selection marker. Practical hints Car care Technical data 122 Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the individual setting preliminary display (1) appears.
Setting the audio volume To return menu “CONVENIENCE” (3 to 5) to its factory setting: You can only adjust the volume of the system currently in use. • Call up menu (3 to 5). • Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster, see page 88, in the instrument cluster for approximately 3 seconds. Display (6) will appear. Vehicles with COMAND system: The volume setting for each system (audio, telephone, navigation and voice recognition system) is stored separately.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Flexible service system Practical hints Car care Technical data 124 Coolant temperature gauge During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 120°C. The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 120°C. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Flexible service system (FSS) (service indicator) The message is displayed for approximately 10 seconds when turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2, or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold. The symbols and messages indicate the type of service to be performed: 9 Service A ½ Service B One of the following messages will appear in the display (e.g.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Flexible service system The service indicator disappears automatically after 30 seconds or if the knob for instrument cluster illumination, see page 88, in the instrument cluster is pressed. Calling up service indicator manually: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1. Call up the trip odometer and main odometer by pressing button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears. See page 96.
Following a completed A or B service the Mercedes-Benz Center sets the counter mileage to 10 000 miles (Canada: 15 000 km) and 365 days. The multifunction display will show the question: “DO YOU WANT TO RESET SERVICE INTERVAL? – CONFIRM BY PRESSING R” The counter can also be set by any individual. To do so: Press the reset knob on the instrument cluster again to reset the service indicator. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Engine oil level indicator Practical hints Car care Technical data 128 Engine oil level indicator • with engine not at operational temperature up to approximately 30 minutes. The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short time. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2. To call up the trip odometer and main odometer, press button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears.
The “PERF. SERV. ON TIME” message will be displayed if a proper oil level check cannot be performed. The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short while. One of the following messages will subsequently appear on the indicator: “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – O.K.” No oil needs to be added. “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – ADD 1.5 QUART” (Canada: 1.5 L) Perform the engine oil level check with the dipstick, if it cannot be completed via the multifunction display. See “Checking engine oil level”, on page 300.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Exterior lamp switch Exterior lamp switch Practical hints Car care Technical data 130 ˆ Standing lamps, right (turn left one stop) ‚ Standing lamps, left (turn left two stops) ‡ Front fog lamps (pull out one stop) with parking lamps and/or low beam headlamps on. Green indicator in lamp switch comes on. † Rear fog lamp (pull out to second detent) in addition to the front fog lamps. Yellow indicator in lamp switch comes on.
Headlamp mode (HEADLAMPS) (USA only) Automatic operation: With electronic key in starter switch in position 1 turn exterior lamp switch to position U. The headlamps can be switched on and off manually or automatically, or switched to daytime running lamp mode. The parking lamps switch on and off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Exterior lamp switch Practical hints Car care Technical data 132 Daytime running lamp mode Night security illumination Turn exterior lamp switch to position M. When turning off the engine, the exterior lamps switch on for added illumination, if they were previously switched on (except in daytime running mode). After the last door has been closed the lamp-on time period commences.
Locator lighting Headlamp cleaning system After unlocking the vehicle with the electronic main key during darkness, the fog lamps, parking lamps, taillamps and license plate lamps switch on for approximately 40 seconds. The exterior lamps will be switched off when opening the driver’s door. See “Individual settings” – “LIGHTING” on page 117 for instructions on how to activate the function. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Combination switch Combination switch Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 134 3 High beam flasher (high beam available independent of exterior lamp switch position) 4 Turn signals, right 5 Turn signals, left To signal minor directional changes, such as changing lanes on a highway, move combination switch briefly to the point of resistance only and release. The turn signals blink three times.
0 Off I Intermittent wiping Vehicles with optional rain sensor: One initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor monitoring the wetness of the windshield. This will not occur with a front door open. Notes: With switch in this position, one wipe occurs when turning the electronic key in starter switch from position 0. This will not occur with a front door open. 6 Press switch briefly: Single wipe without washer fluid (select only if windshield is wet).
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Combination switch Practical hints Car care Technical data 136 Blocked windshield wipers Windshield wipers smear If the windshield wipers become blocked (for example, due to snow), switch off the wipers. For safety reasons before removing ice or snow, remove electronic key from starter switch. Remove blockage. If the windshield wipers smear the windshield, even during rain, activate the washer system as often as necessary.
Hazard warning flasher switch To activate hazard warning flasher, press switch once. To deactivate, press switch again. If hazard warning flasher was activated automatically, press switch twice to deactivate. Note: With the hazard warning flasher activated, the combination switch in position for either left or right turn, and the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2, only the respective left or right side turn signals will operate.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Climate control Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 138 Climate control (model C 240) P83.
1 Display and controls 6 Air volume control for right center air outlet 2 Air volume control for left center air outlet 7 Air volume control and air outlet on dashboard top center 3 Center air outlet, left, adjustable 8 Air volume control for side air outlet 4 Thumbwheel for adding outside air at air outlets for center, left and right sides, as well as dashboard top center and rear passenger compartment 9 Side air outlet, adjustable 10 Side defroster outlet, fixed 5 Center air outlet, right, adjusta
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Climate control Practical hints Car care Technical data 140 Display and controls 5 Rear window defroster, see page 157 6 Economy mode, see page 145 Residual engine heat utilization, see page 145 7 Air distribution and air volume (automatic) 8 Air recirculation, see page 153 9 Defrosting, see page 143 Important! P83.
Climate control Notes: The system is always at operational readiness, except when manually switched off. Do not obstruct the air flow by placing objects on the air flow-through exhaust slots below the rear window. The climate control only operates with the engine running. Also keep the air intake grill in front of the windshield free of snow and debris. The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting. The temperature selected is reached as quickly as possible.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Climate control Practical hints Car care Technical data 142 Basic setting – automatic mode Special settings (use only for short duration) Press U button. Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically. Air distribution and air volume, manual Set the left and right temperature to 72°F (22°C). This provides for comfortable conditions in the vehicle. Press U button. The indicator lamp in the button will go out.
Defrosting Windows fogged up on the inside Press the P button. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. Switch off the economy mode, if selected. Press button S. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press button O, the indicator lamp in the button will go out. Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press button O. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. Close center air outlets. Press the P button.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Climate control Windshield fogged up on the outside Switch on the windshield wiper. Close air outlet at dashboard top center. Switch to manual mode. Turn air distribution switch to position h or k. Air recirculation Select air recirculation: Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates.
Residual engine heat utilization Climate control - OFF/ON To switch the climate control off, set the air volume control switch to position 0. The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off. With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for a short while. Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically. While driving, use this setting only temporarily, otherwise the windshield could fog up.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Automatic climate control Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 146 Automatic climate control P83.
1 Display and controls 6 Air volume control for right center air outlet 2 Air volume control for left center air outlet 7 Air volume control and air outlet on dashboard top center 3 Center air outlet, left, adjustable 8 Air volume control for side air outlet 4 Thumbwheel for adding outside air at air outlets for center, left and right sides, as well as dashboard top center and rear passenger compartment 9 Side air outlet, adjustable 10 Side defroster outlet, fixed 5 Center air outlet, right, adjusta
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic climate control Practical hints Car care Technical data 148 7 Temperature control, right, raising Display and controls 8 Temperature control, right, lowering 9 Rear window defroster, see page 157 10 Economy mode, see page 155 Residual engine heat utilization, see page 156 11 Air volume control + switch on system 12 Air volume control switch off system 13 Air recirculation, see page 153 P83.
Automatic climate control The system is always at operational readiness, except when manually switched off. The automatic climate control only operates with the engine running. The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting. The temperature selected is reached as quickly as possible. 1 Temperature, left The system will not heat or cool any quicker by setting a higher or lower temperature.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic climate control Practical hints Car care Technical data 150 Notes: Basic setting – automatic mode Do not obstruct the air flow by placing objects on the air flow-through exhaust slots below the rear window. Briefly press left or right U button. The h, j and k symbols will no longer be visible. Also keep the air intake grill in front of the windshield free of snow and debris.
Special settings (use only for short duration) Air volume, manual Seven blower speeds are available. Air distribution, manual Press right Q or left M side of air volume control switch until the requested blower speed is attained. Press left or right U button. The h, j and k symbols are visible. Turn the button to select the air distribution desired. The display “AUTO” disappears and the automatic mode is switched off. The selected blower speed is shown in the display.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic climate control Defrosting Windows fogged up on the inside Practical hints Car care Technical data 152 Windshield fogged up on the outside Switch on the windshield wiper. Press the P button. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. Close air outlet on dashboard top center (7, page 146). Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press button O, the indicator lamp in the button will go out.
Air recirculation The system automatically switches from air recirculation to fresh air: Select air recirculation: Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. • after 30 minutes if the outside temperature is above about 40°F (5°C), To switch off the air recirculation: • after 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below about 40°F (5°C), Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. • after 5 minutes if economy mode S is selected.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic climate control Activated charcoal filter An activated charcoal filter markedly reduces bad odors and removes pollutants from air entering the passenger compartment. To select, press e button. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. To cancel, press button. The indicator lamp in the button goes out.
Economy mode Automatic climate control - OFF/ON The function of this setting corresponds to the automatic mode. However, because the air conditioning compressor will not engage (fuel savings), it is not possible to air condition in this setting. To switch the climate control off, set the air volume control switch to position 0. The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off. While driving, use this setting only temporarily, otherwise the windshield could fog up. Press S button to activate.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic climate control Residual engine heat utilization With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for a short while. Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically. To select: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 0 or remove it altogether. Press button T. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates.
Rear window defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2. To select: The defroster is automatically turned off after approximately 6–17 minutes of operation depending on the outside temperature and vehicle speed. Press the F button in the control panel of the automatic air conditioner.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic climate control Front center console storage compartment ventilation Practical hints Car care Technical data 158 The air volume is dependent on the setting of: • air distribution control, • air volume control, • air outlets in the dashboard. The air temperature is about the same as that of the dashboard air outlets. It cannot be regulated separately. Notes: The compartment can get very warm due to its confined space.
Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets 1 Center air outlet, left 2 Air volume control for center air outlets To open: Turn the wheel upward. 3 Center air outlet, right Note: The temperature at the air outlets for the rear passenger compartment (1 and 3) is the same as at the dashboard center air outlets.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Audio and telephone operation These instructions are intended to help you become acquainted with your Mercedes-Benz audio system. They contain useful tips and a detailed description of the user functions. Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident, system settings should be entered with the vehicle at standstill and systems should be operated by the driver only when traffic conditions permit.
Operating and display elements 1 On/off, volume, see page 163 4 Radio mode selector, see page 166 2 Telephone mode selector, see page 177 5 Manual tuning, see page 167 and 167 Fast Forward/Reverse (tape), see page 171 Fast Forward/Reverse (CD), see page 176 Telephone book, see page 178 3 Seek tuning, see page 167, Track search (tape), see page 171, Skipping tracks (CD), see page 175 Manual repeat dialing (telephone), see page 180 6 CD mode selector, see page 175 7 Tape mode selector, see page 169 Aud
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Practical hints Car care Technical data 162 8 Display panel The cassette slot is located behind the display panel.
Operation Button and soft key operation In these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right side of radio face) and the function buttons (left side of the radio face) are referred to as “buttons” and the four keys under the display are referred to as “soft keys” Switching on and off Press the control knob . The system is switched off when the electronic main key in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or removed.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Adjusting the volume Practical hints The volume setting can be selected separately for the telephone, audio system and voice recognition system. Technical data 164 Bass Press the “AUD” key repeatedly until “BASS” appears on the display. Turning the control knob clockwise will increase the volume, counterclockwise will decrease the volume.
Fader Centering all audio functions Press the “AUD” key repeatedly until “FADER” appears on the display. Press the “R” key to move the sound to the rear speakers or the “F” key to move the sound to the front speakers. Push and hold down the “AUD” key. All audio functions (bass, treble, balance and fader) are set to center or flat positions, and the volume is adjusted to a preset level. “RESET” appears on the display. Pressing the “F” and “R” keys simultaneously resets the Fader to its center level.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Audio system tone level selection To select the tone level settings for radio, cassette, and CD operation press the key “AUD”. The tone level settings menu is now displayed. Press key “EXT”, and “SOUND” appears on the display. Practical hints The key “AMB” offers “Ambience” , a three-dimensional sound. The key “OFF” switches off the tone level setting selection.
Seek tuning Manual tuning Press either the or button. The radio will tune to the next receivable station. Press either the or button. Step-by-step station tuning in ascending or descending order of frequency will take place. Scan tuning Press the SC # button. Each strongly receivable station on the band selected will be tuned in for 8 seconds. The first scan will tune only the stations with a high signal strength. The second scan will tune every receivable station.
Instruments and controls Operation Instrument cluster display Driving Audio system Practical hints Car care Technical data 168 Storing stations automatically (Autostore) Weather Band Press the “AS” key until the word “SEARCH” is displayed. The ten strongest stations are stored automatically, with having the strongest signal. Press the “WB” key. The last weather band station is tuned in. 7 Use buttons - PQRS to select a different station.
Cassette mode Storing stations 0 Hold the desired number button down for approximately 2 seconds. The currently displayed frequency is stored on the selected station button. The storage procedure is confirmed by a short signal tone. OPR Playing cassettes Press the TAPE button. When the EJ button is pressed, the display folds down and the cassette slot becomes visible. Push the cassette gently into the slot until it engages. The cassette will be pulled in automatically.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system The system will switch to cassette mode. Track 1 will be played and “SIDE 1” displayed. Track 1 is the side of the cassette which is facing upwards. The cassette deck will automatically detect the type of tape and switch the equalization automatically. A cassette symbol on the display indicates that a tape is in the mechanism. This symbol appears in all modes except cassette mode.
Track selection Note: The beginning of a track can only be located if there is a break of at least 4 seconds between tracks. Press the track selection “TRK” key. The current track will be displayed as “SIDE 1” or “SIDE 2”. The track will be changed automatically at the end of the tape. Fast forward/reverse Press the button. “FORWARD” will appear on the display and fast forward will start. Track search forward/backward Press the button.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Practical hints Car care Technical data 172 Scanning Dolby NR1 (noise reduction system) Press the SC # button. “SEEK FWD” will appear on the display. Each track will be played for 8 seconds in ascending order. The search will stop if any of the SC # , , , , buttons are pressed.
CD mode Replace the CD in its container after use. Protect CDs from heat and direct sunlight. General notes on CD mode Warning! Should excessive temperatures occur while in CD mode, “CD TEMP HIGH” will appear on the display and muting will take place. The unit will then switch back to radio mode until the temperature has decreased to a safe operating level. The CD changer1 is a Class1 laser product. There is a danger of invisible laser radiation if the cover is opened or damaged.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Practical hints Car care Technical data 174 CD changer1 installed Loading/emptying the CD magazine Slide the changer door to the right until it latches open and press the eject button . The magazine will be ejected. Remove the magazine. Pull out the CD tray to its stop and place the CDs in the recess of the tray, label side up. Push the tray into the magazine in the direction shown by the arrow.
Playing CDs Skipping tracks forward/backward Press the button. When the changer is used for the first time after removing/inserting a magazine, play begins at CD 1 track 1. After that, the CD most recently played will start at the point where it was last switched off. CDs stored in the magazine can be selected by using the station preset buttons 1-6. Press the played. button. The next track on the CD will be Press the button.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Practical hints Car care Technical data 176 Random play/repeat function Fast forward/reverse Press and hold the button for audible fast forward. Press and hold the button for audible reverse. The search will stop when the button is released. The played time of the track will be displayed during the search. The search mode will cancel if the beginning or end of the CD is reached. Scanning Press the SC # button.
Direct track selection Telephone operation Tracks can be selected directly using the buttons on the alpha-numeric keypad. Press the “ function button, followed by the track number. Various functions of the Mercedes-Benz integrated portable cellular telephone1 can be performed and displayed via the system. Further instructions for operating the integrated telephone can be found in the operation guide for the telephone1.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Practical hints Car care Technical data 178 Adjusting the volume Calling up the telephone book Turning the control knob clockwise will increase the volume, counterclockwise will decrease the volume. The numbers stored in the telephone number memory can be called up via either name or number entries.
Searching and selecting telephone book entries by name Searching and selecting telephone book entries by number Press the “ABC” key. The current name is shown on the display. The stored entries in alphabetical order can be selected using the or button. By pressing the or button, the stored entries can be selected according to alphabetical initial letters (e.g. A-Adam, B-Brown, M-Miller). Press the “NUM” key. The current number is shown on the display.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 180 Manual repeat dialing (redial) The last number entered can be re-selected by pressing the “SND” key once, and the call can be placed by pressing the “SND” key a second time. The last dialed telephone number is shown on the display. Using the , , or button, the numbers stored in the re-dial memory of the telephone can be selected.
Accepting incoming call in telephone mode Express-dialing Press one of the number buttons than 1 second. - 0 OPR With an incoming call, a ringing tone can be heard and the message “CALL” appears on the display. Press the “SND” key to answer the call. for more The phone number or the name stored at this memory location will appear on the screen. When the call is initiated, the call time will appear on the display.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Audio system Practical hints Car care Technical data 182 Terminating call Component malfunctions A current call can be terminated by pressing the “END” button. The radio, CD changer1, and Mercedes-Benz integrated cellular telephone1 are part of a fiberoptic networked system. Failure of one of the components can lead to malfunctions of the other components.
Emergency call Emergency calls may not be possible with all telephone networks or if certain network services and/or telephone functions are active. Check with your local network operating company. It may take some time to set up an emergency call. Important! If you press button for more than 1 second, the number stored in memory location 1 (for example 911) will be dialed. To use this function you must ensure that the number stored in memory location 1 is the number to be dialed in case of emergency.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Practical hints Car care Technical data 184 Power windows Switches for: 1 left, front 2 right, front 3 left, rear 4 right, rear There are individual switches in the front passenger door and the rear doors for the respective windows. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. P54.25-2259-26 The control panel is located on the driver’s door.
Express opening and closing Warning! Press or pull switch past resistance point and release – window opens or closes completely. When closing the windows, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. To interrupt procedure, briefly press or pull switch. In case of obstruction, the automatic reversal will not operate if a window is being closed by pulling the switch to its resistance point and holding it there, or when using the electronic main key.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Blocking of rear door window operation Practical hints Car care Technical data 186 Synchronizing power windows If the power supply was interrupted, (battery disconnected or low), the windows cannot be opened or closed by the express feature. To resynchronize the express feature, pull switch until the window is completely closed and hold for approximately 1 second. Repeat procedure for each window.
Sliding/pop-up roof Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. To open, close, raise or lower the sliding/pop-up roof: Move the switch to resistance point in the required direction. Release the switch when the roof has reached the required position. Warning! When closing the sliding/pop-up roof, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from starter switch, and lock your vehicle.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Opening or closing the sliding/pop-up roof automatically Move the switch past resistance point in the direction required and release. The sliding/pop-up roof opens or closes completely. Practical hints Car care Technical data 188 With the roof closed or tilted open, a screen can be slid into the roof opening to guard against sun rays. When sliding the roof open, the screen will also retract.
Interior lighting 3 To switch off automatic function: Press the rocker switch. The interior lighting remains switched off, even when unlocking the vehicle or opening a door or the electronic key is removed from the starter switch. 4 To select automatic function: Press the rocker switch to the center position. Interior lamps are switched on, and off (soft fade) delayed, when unlocking or locking the vehicle, or when opening or closing a door.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Practical hints Car care Technical data 190 Notes: Door entry lamps The time delay for the interior light to switch off after the electronic key is removed from the starter switch can be adjusted in the “Individual settings” – “LIGHTING”. See page 117. The appropriate entry lamp switches on if a door is opened in darkness and if the interior lighting is switched to automatic function.
Rear window sunshade (optional) Always raise the sunshade fully for its support against the window frame. Warning! When operating the rear window sunshade, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the raising or lowering procedure. The raising or lowering procedure can be immediately halted by briefly pressing the upper or lower half of the switch. Briefly press upper or lower half of the switch again to raise or lower the rear window sunshade completely. P68.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Sun visors Swing sun visors (2) down (arrow 3) to protect against sun glare. If sunlight enters through a side window, disengage sun visor (2) from the inner mounting (1) and pivot to the side. Practical hints Car care Technical data 192 Vanity mirrors 1 Illuminated vanity mirror With the visor engaged in its inner mounting (2), the lamp (4) can be switched on by opening the cover (3).
Interior Storage compartments and armrests Warning! Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing things. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs. Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window. Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident.
Instruments and controls Operation Interior equipment Glove box Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 194 Notes: Prior to closing the glove box, close the compartment for glasses first. The glove box can be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. See page 23 for instructions on how to remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key (e.g. for valet parking service).
Storage compartment in front of armrest To open: Slide cover (5) rearward. To close: Slide cover (5) forward. Note: The compartment contains a lighter (see page 201), a coin holder, and a cup holder (see page 197).
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Storage compartment below the front armrest Practical hints Car care Technical data 196 To change inclination of armrest: Pull up on armrest. To lower armrest: Pull handle (7). Notes: The storage compartment can be heated or cooled, see page 158. The compartment can get very warm due to its confined space.
Cup holder . Warning! Keep the cup holder closed while traveling. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills. Do not fill containers to a height where the contents could spill during vehicle maneuvers, especially hot liquids. 1 Cup holder in front seat armrest Open the storage compartment in front of the armrest, see page 195. Close the storage compartment in front of the armrest, see page 195.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Interior equipment Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 198 To open: Push front of sliding compartment – the cup holder slides out. To close: Push the sliding compartment back until it engages. Warning! Keep the cup holder closed while traveling. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills.
Ashtrays Center console To open: Briefly touch the mark on the cover, the ashtray opens automatically. To remove ashtray insert from center console: Warning! Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still. With the gear selector lever in position “N”, turn off the engine and set the parking brake. Otherwise the vehicle might move as a result of unintended contact with the gear selector lever. Slide ashtray insert in direction of arrow (1) until the insert disengages.
Instruments and controls Operation Interior equipment Rear seats Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care 200 To open ashtray: Pull at top of cover. To remove insert: Press latch (2) and remove insert. To replace insert: Install insert and close the ashtray.
Lighter Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Push in lighter in (1); it will pop out automatically when hot. Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter, they are extremely hot, hold at knob only. When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Parcel net in front passenger footwell Practical hints Car care 202 Ski sack (optional) A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. It is for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc. Warning! Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or objects having sharp edges, in the parcel net.
3. Open hook and loop strap (2) and pull ski sack into passenger compartment and unfold. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation 4. Open flap in trunk by pulling handle (3).
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Practical hints Car care Technical data 204 5. From trunk, slide skis into ski sacks 6. Wrap strap around ski sack and armrest. Warning! 7. Close clasp (arrows 4 and 5) and pull strap tight to immobilize skis. The ski sack is designed for up to four pairs of skis. Do not load the ski sack with other objects Always fasten the ski sack securely.
Unloading and folding 8. Connect snap hook (6) of front strap to eye (7) located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench. 1. Loosen strap, open clasp by pressing tabs (arrows) together, and unload skis. 2. Close flap in trunk. 3. Disconnect snap hook (6) from eye (7). 4. Fold and flatten ski sack lengthwise and place folded ski sack inside recess of backrest.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Interior equipment Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 206 Removal of ski sack For removal of the ski sack we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk lid open while the ski sack is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. Note: 5. Close ski sack compartment cover.
Enlarged cargo area (optional) Split folding rear seat bench 2. Pull handle (2) and fold seat cushion (3) forward. 1. Pull handle (1) located in trunk to unlock backrest. 3. Fully retract and fold down head restraints, see page 52. On vehicles with optional split folding rear seat backrest you can fold down the two sections separately to enlarge the cargo area. Interior equipment Instruments and controls Operation 4. Fold backrest (4) forward.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Practical hints Car care Technical data 208 Setting up rear seat bench 1. Pull backrest (4) up until it locks in its upright position. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest. The pop-up indicators (5) (left and right backrest section) are visible in unlocked position. With backrest sections in upright and locked position, the indicators (5) are fully lowered. 2.
Loading instructions (Vehicle with enlarged cargo area) The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustrations shown, with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle. Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Interior equipment Practical hints Car care Technical data 210 Warning! Cellular telephone In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle. The vehicle is prepared for the installation of a cellular telephone.
Telephone, general Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately 14 m) every second. Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/ her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a telephone call.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Garage door opener Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 212 Garage door opener The built-in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled objects. Warning! When programming a garage door opener, the door moves up or down. 2 1 When programming or operating the remote control make sure there is no possibility of anyone being harmed by the moving door.
Programming or reprogramming the integrated remote control: 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. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Garage door opener 3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the handheld transmitter button and the desired integrated remote control button. Do not release the buttons until completing step 4. 4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control will flash, first slowly and then rapidly.
Canadian programming: 3. Firmly press and release the programmed integrated remote control transmit button. Press and release same button a second time to complete the training process. (Some garage door openers may required you to do this procedure a third time to complete the training.) During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Garage door opener Operation of remote control: Practical hints Car care Technical data 216 Erasing the remote control memory: 1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. 1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. 2. Select and press the appropriate button to activate the remote controlled device.
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 ........
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Control and operation of radio transmitters Practical hints Car care Technical data 218 Control and operation of radio transmitters COMAND, radio, telephone and two-way radio Telephones and two-way radio Warning! Warning! Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle.
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) Maintenance The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satisfied you will be with its performance later on. Therefore, drive your vehicle during the first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) at moderate vehicle and engine speeds. Approximately 30 days or 2000 miles (2000 km) prior to the next recommended service, the remaining distance or days are displayed in the multifunction indicator. See Flexible service system (FSS) on page 125.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tele Aid Practical hints Car care Technical data 220 Tele Aid Important! The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be performed by completing the subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call using the “SOS” button. Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a system that is not activated.
The Tele Aid system is available if: pressing the button (for longer than 2 seconds) located under the cover. See below for instructions on initiating an emergency call manually. • it has been activated and is operational. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services and cellular air time, Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator lamp in the “SOS” button will begin to flash. The message “EMERGENCY CALL – ESTABLISHING CALL” appears in the multifunction display.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tele Aid Practical hints Car care Technical data 222 Initiating an emergency call Manually: Briefly press on cover (1) – the cover will open. Press the emergency call switch (2) briefly (for longer than 2 seconds). The indicator lamp in the emergency call switch (2) will flash until the emergency call is concluded. Wait for a voice connection to the Response Center. Close the cover (1) after the emergency call is concluded.
A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. The nature of the need for assistance can then be described. Sign and Drive services (jump start, a few gallons of fuel or the replacement of a flat tire with the vehicle spare tire) are available. Warning! If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the vehicle (e.g.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tele Aid Practical hints Car care Technical data 224 Information button ¡ Notes: Located below the center armrest cover is the Information button ¡. Pressing and holding the button (for longer than 2 seconds) will initiate a call to the Client Assistance Center. The button will flash while the call is in progress.
Upgrade Signals Important! Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority. If the indicator lamp continues to flash or the system does not reset, contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada), or Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) in the USA or Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 in Canada.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tele Aid Practical hints Car care Technical data 226 Remote door unlock Vehicle location/stolen vehicle tracking services In the case you have your vehicle locked unintentionally (e.g. key inside vehicle), and the reserve key is not handy, contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).
Starguide (except Canada) (only vehicles with optional COMAND system) Important! Tele Aid utilizes the cellular network for communication and the GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites for vehicle location. If either of these signals are unavailable, the Tele Aid system may not function and if this occurs, assistance must be summoned by other means.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Catalytic converter Practical hints Car care Technical data 228 Catalytic converter Warning! Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions.
Emission control Warning! Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and lead to death. These systems, of course, will function properly only when maintained strictly according to factory specifications.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Starter switch Practical hints Car care Technical data 230 Starter switch key or with the electronic key in starter switch position 0, the selector lever is locked in position “P”. 1 Gear selector lever is unlocked. Most electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed information see respective subjects. 2 Driving position. 3 Starting position. See page 232 for instructions on starting and stopping the engine.
Important! Notes: If the electronic key is left in the starter switch position 0 for a extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the lock. In this case, remove electronic key from starter switch and reinsert. A warning sounds when the driver’s door is opened with the electronic key is in starter switch position 1 or 0. With the engine at idle speed, the charging rate of the alternator (output) is limited.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Starting and turning off the enginge Practical hints Car care Technical data 232 Starting and turning off the engine Vehicles with manual transmission: Before starting Do not depress accelerator. Fully depress clutch pedal, otherwise the engine cannot be started due to the integrated safety interlock. Ensure that parking brake is engaged and that selector lever is in position “P” or “N” (gearshift lever in neutral).
Manual transmission Stop the vehicle completely before shifting into reverse; to shift into reverse, pull the gearshift lever up. Do not exceed the maximum engine speed in the individual gears. Refer to tachometer (see page 91) for engine speeds. Important! When vehicle is parked, always be sure to engage first or reverse gear and firmly set parking brake. When parked on an incline, also turn front wheel towards the road curb.
Instruments and controls Operation Automatic transmission Automatic transmission Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 234 The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon • Selector lever position • Program mode selector • Accelerator position • Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is continuously adapted, dependent on the driving style, the driving situation and the road characteristics.
Driving Important! The selector lever is automatically locked while in position “P”. To move the selector lever out of position “P”, the service brake pedal must be firmly depressed before the shift lock will release. After selecting any driving position from “N” or “P”, wait a moment to allow the gear to fully engage before accelerating, especially when the engine is cold. Shift selector lever to the desired position only when the engine is idling normally and the service brake is applied.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic transmission Stopping For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, leave the transmission in gear and hold vehicle with the service brake. For longer stops with the engine idling, shift into “N” or “P” and hold the vehicle with the service brake. Practical hints Car care Technical data 236 Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to come on.
Park position Selector lever position The park position is to be used when parking the vehicle. Engage only with the vehicle stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked. Rather, the driver should always use the parking brake in addition to placing the selector lever in park to secure the vehicle. Note: The electronic key can only be removed from the starter switch with the selector lever in position “P”.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic transmission Practical hints Car care Technical data 238 Neutral Gear selection for special circumstances No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed). Do not engage “N” while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding (e.g. on icy roads, see page 250 for winter driving instructions).
Press and hold selector lever in the æ direction: The transmission will shift from the current gear directly to gear range “D”. The delayed upshift is effective with vehicle speeds below 31 mph (50 km/h) at partial throttle and engine temperatures below 95°F (35°C). To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved to a lower gear range, the transmission will not shift to a lower gear, if the engine’s revolutions per minute limit would be exceeded.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic transmission Gear ranges: Upshift through 4th gear only. Suitable for performance driving. Upshift through 3rd gear only. Suitable for moderately steep hills. Since the transmission does not shift higher than 3rd gear, this gear selection will allow use of the engine’s braking power downhill. Practical hints Car care Technical data 240 Upshift through 2nd gear only.
Program mode selector switch S Standard mode Press switch. “S” is displayed in the gear range indicator display, see page 237. Use this mode for all regular driving. The vehicle starts out in 1st gear. Accelerator Operation: Fast on = depressing the accelerator pedal quickly (not into kickdown position) while driving continuously, rather than depressing the accelerator pedal in the usual manner, will cause the automatic transmission to shift down into a lower gear.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Automatic transmission W Winter/Wet (snow and ice) mode Press switch. “W” is displayed in the gear range indicator display, see page 237. The vehicle starts out in 2nd gear, except with selector lever in 1st gear, or with accelerator pedal in kick-down position. Practical hints Car care Technical data 242 Emergency operation (Limp home mode) The “W” mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the vehicle.
Parking brake To engage, firmly depress parking brake pedal. When the electronic key is in starter switch position 2, the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should come on brightly. To release the parking brake, pull handle on instrument panel. The brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should go out. A warning sounds and the parking brake warning message appears in the multifunction display (see page 279), if you start to drive without having released the parking brake.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving instructions Practical hints Car care Technical data 244 Driving instructions Drinking and driving Drive sensibly – Save Fuel Warning! Fuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and operating conditions. Drinking or taking drugs and driving can be a very dangerous combination. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgement.
Power assistance The condition of the parking brake system is checked each time the vehicle is in the shop for the required maintenance service. Warning! When the engine is not running, the brake and steering systems are without power assistance. Under these circumstances, a much greater effort is necessary to stop or steer the vehicle. If the parking brake is released and the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster stays on, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving instructions Caution! When driving down long and steep grades, relieve the load on the brakes by shifting into a lower gear to use the engine’s braking power. This helps prevent overheating of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. After hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so the air stream will cool down the brakes faster.
Important! Tires It is advisable to set the parking brake whenever parking or leaving the vehicle. In addition, move selector lever to position “P” (manual transmission: first or reverse gear). When parking on hills, always set the parking brake.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving instructions Practical hints Car care Technical data 248 Specified tire pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if the tires are subjected to high loads (e.g. high speeds, heavy loads, high ambient temperatures). Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle.
Tire traction Tire speed rating The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road. Vehicles without Sport Package: Your vehicle is factory equipped with “H”-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 130 mph (210 km/h). You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point. An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding the speed rating.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving instructions Practical hints Car care Technical data 250 Snow chains Winter driving instructions Use only snow chains that are tested and recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering maneuvers.
Winter driving If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads, the braking efficiency should be tested as soon as possible after driving is resumed while observing the safety rules in the previous paragraph. Have your vehicle winterized at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before the onset of winter. • Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is not approved for winter operation. For viscosity (SAE/CCMC class) and filling quantity, see page 357.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving instructions • Tires: We recommend M+S rated radial-ply tires on all four wheels for the winter season. Observe permissible maximum speed for M+S rated radial-ply tires and the legal speed limit. Note: In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the antilock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability program (ESP) can only be achieved with M+S rated radial-ply tires and/or snow chains recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Passenger compartment Traveling abroad Abroad, there is a widely-spread Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to travel into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz Center directory, you should request pertinent information from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving systems Cruise control Practical hints Car care Technical data 254 1 Accelerate and set: Lift lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever up to accelerate. 2 Decelerate and set: Depress lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever down to decelerate. Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator. Speed is set by briefly pushing the lever to position 1 or 2. The accelerator can then be released.
4 Resume 3 Canceling If the lever is briefly pushed to position 4 when driving at a speed exceeding approximately 25 mph (40 km/h), the vehicle resumes the speed which was set prior to the cancellation of the cruise control. To cancel the cruise control, briefly push lever to position 3. When you step on the brake pedal or the vehicle speed drops below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h), for example when driving upgrade, the cruise control will be canceled.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving systems Practical hints Car care Technical data 256 Warning! Vehicles with automatic transmission: Only use the cruise control if the traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed. Downshift occurs (max. to 3rd gear) to maintain the set cruise controlled speed by using the engine’s braking power.
Brake assist system (BAS) Applying the brakes very quickly results in maximum BAS assistance. Warning! To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure. BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving systems Antilock brake system (ABS) Warning! Do not pump the brake pedal, rather use firm, steady brake pedal pressure. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose for ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness. Important! The ABS improves steering control of the vehicle during hard braking maneuvers.
ABS control If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp stays illuminated, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The ABS malfunction indicator lamp - in the instrument cluster comes on with the electronic key in starter switch position 2 and should go out with the engine running.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving systems Electronic stability program (ESP) Warning! ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, or aquaplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
When testing the parking brake on a brake test dynamometer, the engine must be shut off. Otherwise, the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes. Notes: The yellow ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer dial comes on with the electronic key in starter switch position 2. It should go out with the engine running. If the ESP warning message is displayed, a malfunction has been detected in the system. Pressing the accelerator pedal will require greater effort.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Driving systems Practical hints Car care Technical data 262 ESP control switch To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, switch off ESP by pressing the upper half (1) of the ESP switch. The ESP warning lamp v located in the speedometer dial, is continuously illuminated. Warning! When the ESP warning lamp is illuminated continuously, the ESP is switched off.
Notes: Important! Avoid spinning of one drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. If the ESP warning lamp flashes: • During take-off, apply as little throttle as possible. • While driving, ease up on the accelerator. The ESP warning lamp, located in the speedometer dial, starts to flash at any vehicle speed as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display What you should know at the gas station What you should know at the gas station Fuel supply Practical hints Car care Technical data 264 Open flap by pushing near front (arrow). Turn fuel cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then remove cap. Failure to remove slowly could result in personal injury. See page 335 for manual release of fuel filler flap.
Spark plugs Fuel tank capacity approximately 16.4 US gal (62.0 l). This includes approximately 2.1 US gal (8.0 l) reserve. Approved spark plugs, refer to “Technical Data”. Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane Index 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). Air conditioner Engine oil R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant, refer to “Technical Data”. Checking oil level, see instructions on page 128 and 300.
Instruments and controls Operation Instrument cluster display Driving Check regularly and before a long trip Practical hints Car care Technical data 266 Check regularly and before a long trip 1 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system For refilling reservoir see page 302. 2 Coolant level, see “Coolant level” on page 301 3 2 3 Brake fluid, see “Brake fluid” on page 357 Opening hood, see page 297. Vehicle lighting: Check function and cleanliness.
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 ...............
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster General information: If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to light up during the bulb self-check when turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 2, have it checked and replaced if necessary.
may still drive the vehicle, however, in all cases, we recommend that you have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If the “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator lamp comes on, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If the “CHECK ENGINE” lamp is flashing and/or the vehicle is not driving normally (e.g. malfunction of the fuel management system or running out of fuel), serious damage can occur to the emission system.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps Brake warning lamp Except Canada Canada only When the brake warning lamp and message appear while the engine is running, this means: Practical hints Car care Technical data 270 Warning! Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on. Don’t add brake fluid before checking the brake system.
Fuel reserve warning Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp “SRS” in the instrument cluster when turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. If no fault is detected, the lamp will go out after approximately 4 seconds; after the lamp goes out, the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps ABS malfunction indicator lamp The ABS malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on with the electronic key in starter switch position 2 and should go out with the engine running.
Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp The yellow ESP warning lamp in the speedometer dial comes on with the electronic key in starter switch position 2. It should go out with engine running. AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp The ü indicator lamp will light up for approximately 6 seconds when you turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display Malfunction and warning messages for the following systems will be displayed immediately in the multifunction display. They are divided into three categories. Category C1: Practical hints Car care Technical data 274 Note: Certain malfunction and warning messages are accompanied by an audible signal.
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 Line 2 C* VISIT WORKSHOP! DISPLAY FAULTY 2 VISIT WORKSHOP! DISPLAY FAULTY 2 * C = Category, see page 274 * C = Category, see page 274 This message is displayed to indicate that the information being relayed by the engine control unit is no longer complete. The display for coolant temperature gauge, tachometer, or the cruise control may have failed.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data 276 BATTERY /ALTERNATOR This message indicates a malfunction which must be repaired immediately. It may indicate that the poly-V-belt has broken. Should this condition occur, the poly-V-belt must be replaced before continuing to operate the vehicle.
BRAKE ASSIST ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 Line 2 C* ABS SYSTEM VISIT WORKSHOP! 2 BRAKE ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE! 2 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP!1 2 BRAKE ASSIST VISIT WORKSHOP! 2 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE VISIT WORKSHOP! 2 * C = Category, see page 274 * C = Category, see page 274 See page 258 for notes on the antilock brake system (ABS). A malfunction has been detected in the system. The brake system functions in the usual manner, but without brake assist system (BAS).
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 278 BRAKE FLUID BRAKE LINING WEAR Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 Line 2 C* BRAKE LINING WEAR VISIT WORKSHOP! 2 BRAKE FLUID VISIT WORKSHOP! 2 * C = Category, see page 274 * C = Category, see page 274 When this message appears during braking, it indicates that the brake pads are worn down.
SEAT BELT SYSTEM PARKING BRAKE Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 Line 2 C* PARKING BRAKE ENGAGE BRAKE! 1 SEAT BELT SYSTEM VISIT WORKSHOP! 1 PARKING BRAKE RELEASE BRAKE! 1 PASSENGER SEAT BELT FASTEN SEAT BELT! 2 DRIVER SEAT BELT FASTEN SEAT BELT! 2 * C = Category, see page 274 * C = Category, see page 274 Malfunction and warning messages Instruments and controls Operation 279 Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data 280 ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) 1 The enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP and the torque reduction feature are unavailable. 2 This message may be displayed if the power supply was interrupted (battery disconnected or empty). Synchronize ESP, see page 261 3 The system is temporarily unavailable.
COOLANT (coolant level) The low engine coolant level warning should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. In cases of major or frequent minor coolant loss, have the cooling system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Note: Line 1 Line 2 C* COOLANT CHECK LEVEL! 2 Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system. The engine will overheat causing major engine damage.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data 282 COOLANT (coolant temperature) During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 120°C. The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 120°C. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL 3 There is a risk of damaging the engine or catalytic converter. The engine oil level must be checked immediately. See Engine oil level indicator on page 128. 4 The engine oil level has dropped to a critical level. Check the engine oil level immediately. See Engine oil level indicator on page 128 and check the engine for visible leakage (loss of oil). It may be that there is water in the engine oil. Have the engine oil checked. 5 The measuring system is malfunctioning.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 284 LIGHTING SYSTEM Line 1 Line 2 C* TURN SIGNAL F, R CHECK LAMP! 2 BRAKE LIGHT2 VISIT WORKSHOP! 2 BRAKE LIGHT, L3 CHECK LAMP! 2 BRAKE LIGHT, R3 CHECK LAMP! 2 3RD STOP LAMP 3 CHECK LAMP! 2 Line 1 Line 2 C* HIGH BEAM, L CHECK LAMP! 2 LOW BEAM,L CHECK LAMP! 2 HIGH BEAM, R CHECK LAMP! 2 LOW BEAM,R CHECK LAMP! 2 LICENSE P
In the case of bulb failures in certain lamps, other lamps will substitute. See page 326 for instructions on replacing bulbs. Line 1 Line 2 C* REAR FOGLAMP SWITCH OFF SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!4 2 REVERSE LIGHT, L CHECK LAMP! 2 REVERSE LIGHT, R CHECK LAMP! 2 TAIL LIGHT, L CHECK LAMP! SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!4 2 TAIL LIGHT, R CHECK LAMP! SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON!4 2 3 The brake lamp comprises several light emitting diodes.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 286 DOOR LIGHT SENSOR Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 LIGHT SENSOR VISIT WORKSHOP! 2 DOOR OPEN! * C = Category, see page 274 The headlamps will be switched on automatically if the light sensor malfunctions. The “LIGHTING” setting menu can be set to “MANUAL” in the individual settings. See page 117.
HOOD TRUNK OPEN Line 1 Line 2 TRUNK OPEN! C* Line 1 2 ENGINE HOOD OPEN! * C = Category, see page 274 Line 2 C* 2 * C = Category, see page 274. See page 297 for hood.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 288 TELE AID TELEPHONE – FUNCTION Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 Line 2 C* FUNCTION NOT AVAILABLE! 3 TELE AID VISIT WORKSHOP!1 1 * C = Category, see page 274. * C = Category, see page 274. The display appears if button í or ì on the multifunction steering wheel is pressed and the vehicle is not equipped with a telephone.
WASHER FLUID When this message appears while the engine is running, the level of the reservoir has dropped to approximately 1/3 of the total volume. The reservoir should be refilled with the prescribed mixture of MB Windshield washer concentrate and water or the concentrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze, depending on ambient temperature, at the next opportunity. The reservoir for the windshield and headlamp washer systems is located in the engine compartment.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 290 KEY RESTRAINT SYSTEM Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 Line 2 C* RESTRAINT SYSTEM VISIT WORKSHOP! 1 REPLACE KEY 1 VISIT WORKSHOP! 2 AUTOM. LIGHT ON REMOVE KEY! 1 * C = Category, see page 274. See page 55 for notes on the seat belts, and page 65 for notes on the airbags. * C = Category, see page 274. 1 Key needs possibly to be replaced.
UNDERVOLTAGE FUEL RESERVE Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 Line 2 C* RESERVE FUEL VISIT FILLING STATION! 2 UNDERVOLTAGE ENGINE ON! 1 UNDERVOLTAGE CONSUMER DEFECTIVE! 1 * C = Category, see page 274. * C = Category, see page 274.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Malfunction and warning messages Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 292 ENTRANCE POSITION STEERING WH. ADJUST Line 1 Line 2 C* Line 1 Line 2 C* STEERING WH. ADJUST LOCK! 1 ENTRANCE POSITION DO NOT DRIVE! 1 * C = Category, see page 274. * C = Category, see page 274. For locking the manual steering wheel adjustment, see page 77.
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 .....................
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display First aid kit First aid kit Practical hints Car care Technical data 294 Stowing things in the vehicle Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing things. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs. Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window.
Fuse box in the passenger compartment Fuses Most of your vehicle’s electrical components are fused with safety fuses. With the exception of the brake lights, all individual lighting system components are electronically fused. Before replacing a blown safety fuse, determine the cause of the short circuit. Always observe amperage and color of fuse. The circuit for components is protected by a cycled circuit breaker interrupted if too much current is being drawn.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Fuses Practical hints Car care Technical data 296 Fuse box in engine compartment 2 Fuse box in engine compartment, left-hand side 3 Tabs To gain access to fuse box: Release clamps (3) and remove the cover. To close the fuse box: Ensure that the sealing rubber is properly positioned when you replace the cover. Press the cover down by hand and secure with clamps (3).
Hood The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components (ignition coils, spark plug sockets, diagnostic socket) of the ignition system Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. When closing hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Engine compartment Practical hints Car care Technical data 298 P88.40-2137-26 To open: To unlock the hood, pull release lever (1) under the driver´s side of the instrument panel. At the same time a handle will extend out of the radiator grill. Pull handle (2) to its stop out of radiator grill and open hood (do not pull up on the handle).
To close: Lower the hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approximately 1 ft. (30 cm), assisting with hands placed flat on edges of hood (3). To avoid hood damage, please make sure that hood is fully closed. If not, repeat closing procedure. Do not push down on hood to attempt to fully close it. P88.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Engine compartment Checking engine oil level Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data 300 To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level ground, with engine at normal operational temperature. Check engine oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan. The engine oil level can be checked via the multifunction display in the instrument cluster.
Coolant level Automatic transmission fluid level The transmission has a permanent fill of automatic transmission fluid. Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and changes are not required. For this reason the dipstick is omitted. If you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting malfunctions, have your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission fluid level. 1 Coolant expansion tank To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine stopped.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Engine compartment Adding coolant Practical hints Car care Technical data 302 Windshield and headlamp washer system If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 mixture of water and MB anticorrosion/antifreeze should be added.
Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio Vehicles without headlamp cleaning system: Capacity approximately 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) For temperatures above freezing: MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water. Vehicles with headlamp cleaning system: Capacity approximately 6.4 US qt (6.0 l) 1 part “S” to 100 parts water (40 ml “S” to 1 gallon water). Warning! For temperatures below freezing: Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Spare wheel Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment Practical hints Car care Technical data 304 Lift trunk floor and engage handle in upper edge of trunk. Always lower trunk floor before closing trunk lid. To remove the spare wheel: Take out the vehicle tool kit tray. Turn the luggage bowl counterclockwise and remove the spare wheel. To store spare wheel: Place spare wheel in wheel well and secure it with luggage bowl.
Vehicle jack To prepare the jack for use: Storing the jack in the trunk: Remove the jack from the spare wheel well under the trunk floor. Before storing the jack, it should be fully collapsed, with handle folded in (storage position). Push the crank handle up and turn clockwise until it engages (operational position).
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tires, Wheels Practical hints Car care Technical data 306 Warning! Wheels The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into either side of the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle.
Rotating wheels It is imperative that the wheel mounting bolts be fastened to a tightening torque of 110 ft.lb. (150 Nm) whenever wheels are mounted. The wheels can be rotated according to the degree of tire wear while retaining the same direction of travel. For rim and tire specifications, refer to “Technical Data”.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tires, Wheels Practical hints Car care Technical data 308 Spare wheel Spare wheel Important! The spare wheel rim size is 7 J x 16 H2 (C 240 Canada only - steel rims 61/2 J x 16 H2). The spare wheel rim is mounted with a full size tire of the same type as on the vehicle, and is fully functional.
Changing wheels Warning! The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only. Use for over a total of 12 000 miles (20 000 km) may cause wheel rim failure leading to an accident and possible injuries. Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into either side of the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tires, Wheels Practical hints Car care Technical data 310 Move vehicle to a level area which is a safe distance from the roadway. 1. Set parking brake and turn on hazard warning flasher. 2. Move selector lever to position “P” and turn off engine (manual transmission to 1st or reverse gear). 3. Prevent vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks (not supplied with vehicle) or sizable wood block or stone.
P40.10-2283-26 5. Remove the two-piece wheel wrench from the vehicle tool kit and assemble (see page 305). 7. Place jack on firm ground. Position jack (1) under the take-up bracket (2) so that it is always vertical (plumb-line) as seen from the side, even if the vehicle is parked on an incline. 6. Using the wrench, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts. The jack take-up brackets are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings. 8.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tires, Wheels Practical hints Car care Technical data 312 P40.10-2284-26 9. Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and install alignment bolt (1) supplied in the tool kit. Remove the remaining bolts. Keep bolt threads protected from dirt and sand. 10. Remove wheel. Grip wheel from the sides. Keep hands from beneath the wheels.
P40.10-2285-26 P40.10-2347-26 11. Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub. Install spare wheel on wheel hub. Insert wheel bolts and tighten them slightly. 12. Lower vehicle and remove jack. To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt. Unscrew the alignment bolt to install the last wheel bolt.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Tires, Wheels Practical hints Car care Technical data 314 P40.10-2286-26 13. Using the wrench, tighten the five bolts evenly, following the sequence illustrated, until all bolts are tight. Observe a tightening torque of 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). P40.10-2355-26 14. Vehicles with steel rims Installation of wheel cover: Position small wheel cover opening over tire valve and press wheel cover against wheel rim.
Notes: Tire inflation pressure Before storing the jack, it should be fully collapsed, with handle folded in. A table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire inflation pressures specified for Mercedes-Benz recommended tires as well as for the varying operating conditions. For proper storage of vehicle jack see page 304. Important! Warning! Tire pressure changes by approximately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Battery Practical hints Car care Technical data 316 warm tires only if pressure has dropped below the pressure listed in the table and the respective operating conditions are taken into consideration. Battery An underinflated tire due to a slow leak (e.g. due to a nail in the tire) may cause damage such as tread separation, bulging etc.
Therefore, we strongly recommend that you have the battery charge checked frequently, and corrected if necessary, especially if you use the vehicle less than approximately 200 miles (300 km) per month, mostly for short distance trips, or if it is not used for long periods of time. Only charge a battery with a battery charger after the battery has been disconnected from the vehicle’s electrical circuit. Always disconnect the battery negative lead first and connect last.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Jump starting Note: After reconnecting the battery also set the clock (vehicles with COMAND: see COMAND operator’s manual) resynchronize the front seat head restraints, the express feature of the power windows, the sliding/ pop-up roof, and the electronic stability program (see individual settings on page 111, head restraints on page 47, power windows on page 184, synchronizing the sliding / pop-up roof on page 188 and electronic stab
Important! A discharged battery can freeze at approximately +14°F (–10°C). In that case, it must be thawed out before jumper cables are used. Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it exploding, causing personal injury. Jumper cable specifications: • Minimum cable cross-section of 25 mm2 or approximately 2 AWG • Maximum length of 11.5 ft. (3.5 m). If the battery is discharged, the engine should be started with jumper cables and the (12 V) battery of another vehicle.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Jump starting Practical hints Car care Technical data 320 Proceed as follows: 1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that the jumper cables will reach, but never let the vehicles touch. Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. 2. On both vehicles: • Turn off engine and all lights and accessories, except hazard warning flashers or work lights.
Note: Towing the vehicle If engine does not run after several unsuccessful starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, make certain that the electronic key is in starter switch position 2. Excessive unburned fuel may damage the catalytic converter. If the electronic key is left in the starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the switch.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Towing the vehicle Practical hints Car care Technical data 322 Important! When towing the vehicle, please, note the following: With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing. Important! To prevent damage during transport, do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts. Towing restrictions for vehicles with automatic transmission: The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position “N” for distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Towing the vehicle Practical hints Car care Technical data 324 Use wheel lift, dolly, or flat bed equipment, with electronic key in starter switch turned to position 0. Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warning flasher will operate again. Warning! Caution! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the braking and steering systems.
Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking To do so, open storage compartment in front of center armrest. Using a small coin, release the coin holder (1) and swing it aside. Insert a tool (2), e.g. the screw driver, into the opening below the coin holder. While pushing the tool down, move selector lever from position “P”. After removal of the tool from the opening, reinstall the coin holder. The selector lever is locked again when moving it to position “P”.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Exterior lamps Practical hints Car care Technical data 326 Exterior lamps Replacing bulbs Headlamp adjustment Warning! Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Check and readjust headlamps at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components.
Headlamp assembly 1 Headlamp cover for low beam headlamp 3 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp 2 Headlamp cover for parking and standing lamp, and high beam headlamp 4 Electrical connector for low beam headlamp bulb (Halogen type) 5 Electrical connector for high beam headlamp bulb 6 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp Exterior lamps Instruments and controls 327 Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Exterior lamps Practical hints Car care Technical data 328 Bulbs for high and low beam H7 (55 W) Turn signal lamp 1156 NA (26.9/5 W/32/4 cp) Open hood. Open hood. Press the clamp and remove headlamp cover (1 or 2). Twist bulb socket (3) counterclockwise and pull out. Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and remove. Pull electrical connector off. Unclip the retainer spring and take out the bulb.
Taillamp assemblies 2 Driver’s side: rear fog lamp (P 21 W/32 cp bulb) Open trunk lid. Fold trim to the side. Turn locking lever (1) to vertical position and remove bulb carrier. 3 Backup lamp (P 21 W/32 cp bulb) Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and remove. 4 Stop lamp (P 21 W/32 cp bulb) Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise. Reinstall bulb socket.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Exterior lamps License plate lamp Practical hints Car care Technical data 330 High mounted stop lamp, Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror The high mounted stop lamp (3rd brake lamp), and the additional turn signals on the exterior mirrors are equipped with LEDs. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if a malfunction occurs.
Standby bulb function Trunk lamp a) The stop lamps, dimmed, will act as a replacement lamp, if one taillamp stops working. The trunk lamp will switch off after approximately 10 minutes if the trunk lid is left open. b) The left stop lamp acts as a replacement for the rear fog lamp, if it stops working. c) The respective fog lamp, dimmed, will act as a replacement lamp, if the left or right standing lamp stops working. Notes: The multifunction display will indicate that a bulb has failed.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Electronic main key Practical hints Car care Technical data 332 Changing batteries in the electronic main key 2 1 3 4 P80.20-2201-26 P80.35-2029-26 1 Transmit buttons Changing batteries 2 Lamp for battery check and function control Move locking tab (3) in direction of right arrow and remove mechanical key (4, left arrow).
7 8 5 4 6 P80.35-2025-26 P80.35-2027-26 Insert mechanical key (4) in side opening (5) to open latch. Press briefly (do not use mechanical key as lever) to release battery compartment. Change batteries (7), inserting new ones under contact spring (8) with plus (+) side facing up. Return battery compartment into housing until locked in place and slide mechanical key back into electronic main key. Remove mechanical key from side opening. Carefully remove battery compartment in direction of arrow (6).
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Emergency engine shut-down Practical hints Car care Technical data 334 Important! Emergency engine shut-down Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly. Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal. For disposal, please follow manufacturer’s recommendation on battery package.
Fuel filler flap, manual release Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof Open the trunk lid and fold right-side taillamp trim aside. Reach inside and pull the release knob (arrow). Open the fuel filler flap. The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur. Emergency engine shut-down Instruments and controls Operation The sliding/pop-up roof drive is located behind the lens (1) of the interior overhead light.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Emergency engine shut-down Practical hints Car care Technical data 336 Slide both locking tabs (2) in direction of arrow, lower rear of cover and remove. Obtain crank (3) (supplied with vehicle) and insert through hole. Note: To slide roof closed or to raise the roof at the rear: turn crank clockwise. Do not disconnect electrical connectors.
Replacing wiper blade inserts For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering lock before replacing the wiper blades, otherwise the motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury. Notes: Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward. Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be scratched or broken. Make certain that the wiper blades are properly installed. Improperly installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Replacing wiper blade insert Practical hints Car care Technical data 338 Roof rack Place wiper blade on firm support. Press down both tabs and slide (direction of arrow) the wiper blade insert out of the retainer claws. Installation: Slide (direction of arrow) wiper blade insert into retainer claws until tabs are engaged. Slide wiper blade onto wiper arm until it locks in place.
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 ...........................................
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Cleaning and care of the vehicle Cleaning and care of the vehicle Warning! Many cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are poisonous, others are flammable. Always follow the instructions on the particular container. Always open your vehicle’s doors or windows when cleaning the inside. Never use fluids or solvents that are not designed for cleaning your vehicle.
Tar stains Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the car-care products recommended here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become more difficult to remove. A tar remover is recommended.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Cleaning and care of the vehicle Practical hints Car care Technical data 342 Engine cleaning Vehicle washing Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical components and connectors from the intrusion of water and cleaning agents. Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Use only a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo.
Ornamental moldings Window cleaning For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chromeplated parts, use a chrome cleaner. Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An automotive glass cleaner is recommended. Note: Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove electronic key from starter switch before cleaning the windshield, otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Cleaning and care of the vehicle Practical hints Car care Technical data 344 Light alloy wheels Instrument cluster Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels. Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a cloth moistened in lukewarm solution. Do not use scouring agents.
Seat belts Leather upholstery The webbing must not be treated with chemical cleaning agents. Use only clear, lukewarm water and soap. Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above 176°F (80°C) or in direct sunlight. Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet etc.) may cause the upholstery to become permanently discolored. By lining the seats with a proper intermediate cover, contact-discoloration will be prevented.
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 Contents - Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Engine oil additives ......................
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Technical data Practical hints Car care Technical data 348 Spare parts service Warranty coverage All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
Identification labels 2 1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (below right rear passenger seat) Technical data Instruments and controls 349 Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Technical data Practical hints Technical data Car care 350 Layout of poly-V-belt drive 5 6 4 5 3 6 1 7 4 2 3 3 VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield) 1 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Engine number 2 Crankshaft 5 Emission control label 3 Air conditioner compressor 6 Information label, California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system 4 Generator (alternator) When ordering spare parts, please specify vehi
Technical data C 240 (203.0611) Model C 320 (203.0641) Engine 112.912 112.946 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 6 6 Bore 3.54 in (89.90 mm) 3.54 in (89.90 mm) Stroke 2.68 in (68.20 mm) 3.30 in (84.00 mm) 3 Total piston displacement 158,5 cu.in. (2597 cm ) 195.2 cu.in. (3199 cm3) Compression ratio 10:1 10:1 Output acc.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Technical data Practical hints Car care Technical data 352 Rims — Tires Model C 240 (203.061) C 320 (203.064) C 240 (Canada only – incl. spare wheel) Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset: 7J x 16 H2 1.46 in (37 mm) 7J x 16 H2 1.46 in (37 mm) (steel rims) 61/2 J x 16 H2 1.
Electrical system Model C 240 (203.061) C 320 (203.064) Generator (alternator) 14 V/120 A 14 V/120 A Starter motor 12V/1.7 kW 12V/1.7 kW Battery 12V/100 Ah 12V/100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 NGK IFR 5 D 10 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 – 22 ft.lb (20 – 30 Nm) Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 NGK IFR 5 D 10 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 – 22 ft.lb (20 – 30 Nm) Electrode gap Tightening torque Weights Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Trunk load max.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Technical data Practical hints 354 Main Dimensions Model C 240 (203.061) C 320 (203.064) Overall vehicle length 178.2 in (4526 mm) Overall vehicle width 68.0 in (1728 mm) Overall vehicle height 56.1 in (1426 mm) Wheel base 106.9 in (2715 mm) Track, front 59.3 in (1505 mm) Track, rear 58.
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Center. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Engine with oil filter 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) Recommended engine oils Automatic transmission 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) Automatic transmission fluid Rear axle 1.2 US qt (1.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities Car care Technical data 356 Capacity Air conditioner system Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Practical hints Vehicles without headlamp cleaning system: Capacity approx. 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant (Never R-12) MB Windshield washer concentrate1 Vehicles with headlamp cleaning system: Capacity approx.
Engine oils Air conditioner refrigerant Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, use only engine oils recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Information on recommended brands is available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. R-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used in the air conditioner system. Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lubricating oil, otherwise damage to the system will occur.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities Practical hints Car care Technical data 358 Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirements Caution! Use only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439: To maintain the engine’s durability and performance, premium unleaded gasoline must be used.
Gasoline additives Coolants A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build up caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of only quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build up of carbon deposits.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities 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).
Consumer information may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. 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”. Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Consumer information Practical hints Car care Technical data 362 Temperature Warning! 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.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Index Practical hints Car care Technical data 364 Index A Airbags .............................................................................. 65 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM Malfunction and warning message ........................277 Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................................258 Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 38 Ashtrays .............................................
B Climate control ...............................................................138 Adjustable air outlets, rear passenger compartment .............................159 Air recirculation ........................................................144 Basic setting ...............................................................142 Defrosting ...................................................................143 Display and controls .................................................140 Dust filter ...............
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Index Practical hints Car care Technical data 366 D Dashboard ......................................................................... 16 Door control panel ........................................................... 14 Door entry lamps ........................................................... 190 Drive sensibly - Save Fuel ............................................244 E Easy-entry/exit feature .............................
G Child seat mounts ....................................................... 76 Installation ...................................................................75 Instrument cluster ...........................................................88 Instruments and controls ............................................... 12 Center console ............................................................. 18 Dashboard .................................................................... 16 Door control panel ...........
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Index Practical hints Car care Technical data 368 M O Maintenance ................................................................... 219 Malfunction/warning message memory .................... 109 Manual seat ............................................................... 45, 48 Manual transmission ....................................................233 Memory function ..........................................................
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 ......................
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Index Practical hints Car care Technical data 370 T U Technical data ................................................................ 351 Tele Aid ...........................................................................220 Initiating an emergency call ...................................222 Telephone ........................................................................ 101 Incoming call ....................................
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.
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