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... for side air outlet 3. Glove box (illuminated with lighter 27. Parking brake release 5. Cruise control switch 10. Climate control (C 230) Automatic climate control (C 280, C43 AMG) Rear window defroster switch 24. Ashtray with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2) 16. Airbag off indicator lamp 31. Air volume control for center...
... for side air outlet 3. Glove box (illuminated with lighter 27. Parking brake release 5. Cruise control switch 10. Climate control (C 230) Automatic climate control (C 280, C43 AMG) Rear window defroster switch 24. Ashtray with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2) 16. Airbag off indicator lamp 31. Air volume control for center...
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.... Keep right foot on salt-strewn roads. Important ! When parking on the side of the car that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Increased pedal force may enter vehicle interior resulting in danger of the exhaust pipe and from around inside the vehicle,... other models: These vehicles are rated can lead to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering maneuvers. Warning ! Tire Speed Rating Model C 43 AMG only: This vehicle is factory equipped with "H"-rated tires, which tires are factory equipped with "Z"-rated tires. If you must drive through flooded...
.... Keep right foot on salt-strewn roads. Important ! When parking on the side of the car that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Increased pedal force may enter vehicle interior resulting in danger of the exhaust pipe and from around inside the vehicle,... other models: These vehicles are rated can lead to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering maneuvers. Warning ! Tire Speed Rating Model C 43 AMG only: This vehicle is factory equipped with "H"-rated tires, which tires are factory equipped with "Z"-rated tires. If you must drive through flooded...
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Automatic Climate Control (Models C 280 and C43 AMG) The system is always at the desired temperature 2. The automatic climate control only operates with an air conditioner system that uses HFC-134a (HFC hydrofluorocarbon) ...
Automatic Climate Control (Models C 280 and C43 AMG) The system is always at the desired temperature 2. The automatic climate control only operates with an air conditioner system that uses HFC-134a (HFC hydrofluorocarbon) ...
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It should go out immediately when the engine is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When this occurs, the warning lamp will overheat due to an inoperative water pump ... charge indicator lamp comes on while the engine is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is running. Model C280 and C43 AMG only), for example during operation, this indicates a fault which may indicate ... go out after starting the engine, or comes on with the engine running and at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately.
It should go out immediately when the engine is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When this occurs, the warning lamp will overheat due to an inoperative water pump ... charge indicator lamp comes on while the engine is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is running. Model C280 and C43 AMG only), for example during operation, this indicates a fault which may indicate ... go out after starting the engine, or comes on with the engine running and at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately.
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...: 1. Release button 0. Models C 280 and C 43 AMG: The FSS allows for distances between services. The FSS display...vehicle operation. The counter can be followed to position 2. If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mercedes -Benz dealer correct it. Flexible Service System (FSS) The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly... seconds press button 0 twice. 3. Within 10 seconds turn electronic key in steering lock to properly care for your Mercedes-Benz dealer. Press and hold button 0 After approx. 10 seconds a signal sounds, and the display shows 10 ...
...: 1. Release button 0. Models C 280 and C 43 AMG: The FSS allows for distances between services. The FSS display...vehicle operation. The counter can be followed to position 2. If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mercedes -Benz dealer correct it. Flexible Service System (FSS) The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly... seconds press button 0 twice. 3. Within 10 seconds turn electronic key in steering lock to properly care for your Mercedes-Benz dealer. Press and hold button 0 After approx. 10 seconds a signal sounds, and the display shows 10 ...
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...CCMC class) and filling quantity, see Index). • Test battery: Battery capacity drops with decreasing ambient temperature. A well charged battery helps to ensure that are not listed in section "Technical Data" (see Index). For tips on driving on roads without snow. Model C 43 AMG Important... ! Travelling Abroad Abroad, there is formulated for the winter season. Remove chains as soon as possible when driving on slippery winter roads, refer to travel into areas which is a widely-spread Mercedes-Benz service network at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer...
...CCMC class) and filling quantity, see Index). • Test battery: Battery capacity drops with decreasing ambient temperature. A well charged battery helps to ensure that are not listed in section "Technical Data" (see Index). For tips on driving on roads without snow. Model C 43 AMG Important... ! Travelling Abroad Abroad, there is formulated for the winter season. Remove chains as soon as possible when driving on slippery winter roads, refer to travel into areas which is a widely-spread Mercedes-Benz service network at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer...
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...-1.5L) "-2.0 Q" (Canada: -2.0 L) If the message "-2.0 Q" (Canada: -2.0 L) blinks and a signal sounds, add oil to engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. and appears in the The following messages are continuously illuminated after a short while. The oil level check can be completed via the... odometer display field. Odometer Display Field (Models C 280 and C 43 AMG) Turn electronic key in steering lock to have your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer check the transmission fluid level. Perform the engine oil level check with the...
...-1.5L) "-2.0 Q" (Canada: -2.0 L) If the message "-2.0 Q" (Canada: -2.0 L) blinks and a signal sounds, add oil to engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. and appears in the The following messages are continuously illuminated after a short while. The oil level check can be completed via the... odometer display field. Odometer Display Field (Models C 280 and C 43 AMG) Turn electronic key in steering lock to have your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer check the transmission fluid level. Perform the engine oil level check with the...
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...Dented or bent rims can result in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident. The rim flanges must always be fastened to model C 43 AMG. Remove burrs, if any time you may temporarily use before a tire is mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle... and possible injuries. Wheels Replace rims or tires with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for damage at the scheduled service intervals, before the characteristic tire wear pattern (shoulder wear on front wheels and tread center ...
...Dented or bent rims can result in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident. The rim flanges must always be fastened to model C 43 AMG. Remove burrs, if any time you may temporarily use before a tire is mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle... and possible injuries. Wheels Replace rims or tires with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for damage at the scheduled service intervals, before the characteristic tire wear pattern (shoulder wear on front wheels and tread center ...
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...spare wheel should only be used temporarily, and replaced with a regular road wheel as quickly as appropriate. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for model C 43 AMG 2. Keep hands and feet away from those of road wheels. Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels before working... vehicle handling characteristics change . Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is always vertical when in the jack tube. Spare Wheel for Model C 43 AMG The spare wheel rim size is 71/2 J x 17 H2 In the case of a flat tire or breakdown, you may temporarily use a 71/2 J...
...spare wheel should only be used temporarily, and replaced with a regular road wheel as quickly as appropriate. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for model C 43 AMG 2. Keep hands and feet away from those of road wheels. Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels before working... vehicle handling characteristics change . Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is always vertical when in the jack tube. Spare Wheel for Model C 43 AMG The spare wheel rim size is 71/2 J x 17 H2 In the case of a flat tire or breakdown, you may temporarily use a 71/2 J...
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Prior to brake and steer the vehicle. Important ! C 43 AMG Model C 43 AMG Cover removal: Hold left and right end of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. Towing with slingtype equipment. Warning ! With the engine not running, there ... cover at the right, below the bumper. Do not tow with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. All except C 43 AMG The rear towing eye is preferable to position 0. The front towing eye is important to position 2 and activate combination switch for the braking and steering...
Prior to brake and steer the vehicle. Important ! C 43 AMG Model C 43 AMG Cover removal: Hold left and right end of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. Towing with slingtype equipment. Warning ! With the engine not running, there ... cover at the right, below the bumper. Do not tow with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. All except C 43 AMG The rear towing eye is preferable to position 0. The front towing eye is important to position 2 and activate combination switch for the braking and steering...
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...Air conditioner compressor 4. More than 300,000 different spare parts, for and adapted to the most stringent quality inspections. Important ! Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are available. Spare Parts Service 1. Power steering pump 7. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers ... Technical Data in Index. Generator (alternator) 5. Coolant pump, fan C 280, C 43 AMG For dimensions of non-genuine parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehicle or compromise its durability or safety. Each part has been specifically ...
...Air conditioner compressor 4. More than 300,000 different spare parts, for and adapted to the most stringent quality inspections. Important ! Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are available. Spare Parts Service 1. Power steering pump 7. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers ... Technical Data in Index. Generator (alternator) 5. Coolant pump, fan C 280, C 43 AMG For dimensions of non-genuine parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehicle or compromise its durability or safety. Each part has been specifically ...
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... width Overall 56.1 in (1424 mm) height Wheel 105.9 in (2690 mm) base Track, 59.9 in . (4265 cm3) Compression ratio Output acc. Technical Data C 43 AMG Model C 43 AMG (202 033)1 113 Engine Mode of cylinders 8 Bore 3.54 in 89.90 mm) Rims and All season Tires Rims2 Front axle...-ply 225/45 ZR 173 tires 245/40 ZR 173 Front axle Rear axe Rims and Winter Tires Rims2 AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset Radial-ply tires or Spare Wheel Rims2 AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset All season tire: Radial-ply tire Electrical System Generator 14 V/150 A (alternator) Starter 12...
... width Overall 56.1 in (1424 mm) height Wheel 105.9 in (2690 mm) base Track, 59.9 in . (4265 cm3) Compression ratio Output acc. Technical Data C 43 AMG Model C 43 AMG (202 033)1 113 Engine Mode of cylinders 8 Bore 3.54 in 89.90 mm) Rims and All season Tires Rims2 Front axle...-ply 225/45 ZR 173 tires 245/40 ZR 173 Front axle Rear axe Rims and Winter Tires Rims2 AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset Radial-ply tires or Spare Wheel Rims2 AMG light alloy rims Wheel offset All season tire: Radial-ply tire Electrical System Generator 14 V/150 A (alternator) Starter 12...
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... etc. - Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Model Engine with oil filter C 230 Konpressor C 280 C 43 AMG C 230 Kompressor C 280 C 43 AMG C 230 Kompressor C 280 C 43 AMG Capacity 6.1US qt (5.8 l) 8.5US qt 8.0 l) 7.9US qt 7.5 l) 8.5 US qt...90, 85 W 90 Power steering Front wheel hubs Accelerator control linkage Brake system Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Cooling system C 230 C 280 C 43 AMG approx. 9.6 US qt (9.5 I approx. 10.6 US qt 10.0 I) approx. 11.8 US qt (11.2 I approx. 16.4 US gal (62.0...
... etc. - Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Model Engine with oil filter C 230 Konpressor C 280 C 43 AMG C 230 Kompressor C 280 C 43 AMG C 230 Kompressor C 280 C 43 AMG Capacity 6.1US qt (5.8 l) 8.5US qt 8.0 l) 7.9US qt 7.5 l) 8.5 US qt...90, 85 W 90 Power steering Front wheel hubs Accelerator control linkage Brake system Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Cooling system C 230 C 280 C 43 AMG approx. 9.6 US qt (9.5 I approx. 10.6 US qt 10.0 I) approx. 11.8 US qt (11.2 I approx. 16.4 US gal (62.0...
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...anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protection to approx. -49°F [-45°C]), the engine temperature will result in your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. If you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. If the coolant level is a mixture of ...qt (4.75 I) 5.3 US qt (5.0 I) 5.9US qt (5.6 I) 5.5 US qt (5.25 I) 5.8 US qt (5.5 I) 6.6 US qt (6.2 I) C 280 C 43 AMG The coolant solution must meet minimum requirements, which provides: • corrosion protection, • freeze protection, • boiling protection (by normal drinking water. You should have...
...anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protection to approx. -49°F [-45°C]), the engine temperature will result in your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. If you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. If the coolant level is a mixture of ...qt (4.75 I) 5.3 US qt (5.0 I) 5.9US qt (5.6 I) 5.5 US qt (5.25 I) 5.8 US qt (5.5 I) 6.6 US qt (6.2 I) C 280 C 43 AMG The coolant solution must meet minimum requirements, which provides: • corrosion protection, • freeze protection, • boiling protection (by normal drinking water. You should have...