Owner's Manual
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... ingested by the air intake, possibly causing damage to electrical components or wiring, to set the parking brake. Passenger Compartment Warning ! Tire Speed Rating Model C 43 AMG only: This vehicle is out of the wind. Parking Warning ! Slowly release brake pedal. 5. Do not use the cruise control ...system under control by law, never operate a vehicle at length on the side of the car that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. If the vehicle is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from exceeding the speed rating. Always fasten items being driven...
... ingested by the air intake, possibly causing damage to electrical components or wiring, to set the parking brake. Passenger Compartment Warning ! Tire Speed Rating Model C 43 AMG only: This vehicle is out of the wind. Parking Warning ! Slowly release brake pedal. 5. Do not use the cruise control ...system under control by law, never operate a vehicle at length on the side of the car that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. If the vehicle is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from exceeding the speed rating. Always fasten items being driven...
Owner's Manual
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... to open side air outlet: Turn wheel to position 3. Temperature selector, left side passenger compartment 7. Air volume control switch 9. Air recirculation, Residual engine heat utilization. (Model C 230 Kompressor) The system is normal for water to maintain desired temperature. Rear window defroster 11. Temperature selector, right side passenger compartment 8. Air distribution control...
... to open side air outlet: Turn wheel to position 3. Temperature selector, left side passenger compartment 7. Air volume control switch 9. Air recirculation, Residual engine heat utilization. (Model C 230 Kompressor) The system is normal for water to maintain desired temperature. Rear window defroster 11. Temperature selector, right side passenger compartment 8. Air distribution control...
Owner's Manual
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... engine turn wheel up to drip on the ground through ducts in the cooling mode. Air volume control for side air outlet. Automatic Climate Control (Models C 280 and C43 AMG) The system is always at the desired temperature 2.
... engine turn wheel up to drip on the ground through ducts in the cooling mode. Air volume control for side air outlet. Automatic Climate Control (Models C 280 and C43 AMG) The system is always at the desired temperature 2.
Owner's Manual
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... angle to insure adequate control, reach, operation, and comfort. Infants and small children must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which is put into motion. You could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Backrest tilt 5 -...restraint Adjust head restraint to lose control of the head approximately at the abdomen or neck. The back seat is property positioned on model C230 Kompressor passenger side) The slide switches are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is equipped with the electronic key...
... angle to insure adequate control, reach, operation, and comfort. Infants and small children must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which is put into motion. You could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Backrest tilt 5 -...restraint Adjust head restraint to lose control of the head approximately at the abdomen or neck. The back seat is property positioned on model C230 Kompressor passenger side) The slide switches are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is equipped with the electronic key...
Owner's Manual
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... notch at ear level. Seat cushion tilt 4. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at a time. Manual Seat (Standard equipment on Model C 230 Kompressor passenger side) We recommend to adjust the seat in Index. Backrest Tilt Turn handwheel (4). The seat will be adjusted manually (5).
... notch at ear level. Seat cushion tilt 4. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at a time. Manual Seat (Standard equipment on Model C 230 Kompressor passenger side) We recommend to adjust the seat in Index. Backrest Tilt Turn handwheel (4). The seat will be adjusted manually (5).
Owner's Manual
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... side support. Multicontour Seat (optional) We recommend to position 2. If the engine is turned off, the last cushion setting is restarted. Side bolster adjustment Some models may be adjusted with regulators (1, 2 and 3) after turning the electronic key in steering lock to adjust the multicontour seat in memory, and automatically adjusts the...
... side support. Multicontour Seat (optional) We recommend to position 2. If the engine is turned off, the last cushion setting is restarted. Side bolster adjustment Some models may be adjusted with regulators (1, 2 and 3) after turning the electronic key in steering lock to adjust the multicontour seat in memory, and automatically adjusts the...
Owner's Manual
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...is necessary to prevent the child restraint from 41 Ibs. U.S.A. When using regular seat belts. During an accident, they will result. Canada Models only: This vehicle is provided with U.S. Otherwise they could be struck by a lap-shoulder belt, and that complies with tether anchorages for...with the seat manufacturer's instructions. Infants and small children must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which is properly secured with the vehicle's seat belt, fully in motion. Consult your...
...is necessary to prevent the child restraint from 41 Ibs. U.S.A. When using regular seat belts. During an accident, they will result. Canada Models only: This vehicle is provided with U.S. Otherwise they could be struck by a lap-shoulder belt, and that complies with tether anchorages for...with the seat manufacturer's instructions. Infants and small children must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which is properly secured with the vehicle's seat belt, fully in motion. Consult your...
Owner's Manual
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...trip (see Engine Oil Level, Checking in steering lock position 2 or should be periodically checked with the engine running and at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately. In addition to the warning lamp, the engine oil level should it fail to go out after starting when the ...result in steering lock position 2, the oil level warning lamp comes on. Model C280 and C43 AMG only), for example during operation, this may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Should this occurs, the warning lamp will overheat due...
...trip (see Engine Oil Level, Checking in steering lock position 2 or should be periodically checked with the engine running and at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately. In addition to the warning lamp, the engine oil level should it fail to go out after starting when the ...result in steering lock position 2, the oil level warning lamp comes on. Model C280 and C43 AMG only), for example during operation, this may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Should this occurs, the warning lamp will overheat due...
Owner's Manual
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...0, while turning electronic key in steering lock to position 2, or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold. Following a completed service the Mercedes-Benz dealer sets the counter to position 2. 2. Press and hold button 0 After approx. 10 seconds a signal sounds, and the display .... Flexible Service System (FSS) The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions of vehicle operation. Models C 280 and C 43 AMG: The FSS allows for approx. 10 seconds when turning the electronic key in steering lock to position ...
...0, while turning electronic key in steering lock to position 2, or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold. Following a completed service the Mercedes-Benz dealer sets the counter to position 2. 2. Press and hold button 0 After approx. 10 seconds a signal sounds, and the display .... Flexible Service System (FSS) The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions of vehicle operation. Models C 280 and C 43 AMG: The FSS allows for approx. 10 seconds when turning the electronic key in steering lock to position ...
Owner's Manual
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For viscosity (SAE/CCMC class) and filling quantity, see Index). • Test battery: Battery ... Travelling Abroad Abroad, there is permissible only on winter tire size 215/45 R 17 H M+S. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will be glad to advise you should only be driven on slippery winter roads, refer to a premixed...effectiveness of winter. • Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is formulated for winter operation. Model C 43 AMG Important ! Use of your disposal. Tires" in Index. • Check engine coolant anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration...
For viscosity (SAE/CCMC class) and filling quantity, see Index). • Test battery: Battery ... Travelling Abroad Abroad, there is permissible only on winter tire size 215/45 R 17 H M+S. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will be glad to advise you should only be driven on slippery winter roads, refer to a premixed...effectiveness of winter. • Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is formulated for winter operation. Model C 43 AMG Important ! Use of your disposal. Tires" in Index. • Check engine coolant anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration...
Owner's Manual
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...The following messages are not required. For this case we recommend that you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting malfunctions, have the system checked at a Mercedes-Benz dealer. "HI" The message "Hi" blinks and a signal sounds. It could cause damage to upper (max) mark of automatic transmission fluid... odometer display field or the low engine oil level warning lamp comes on, a malfunction has occurred to have the system checked. Odometer Display Field (Models C 280 and C 43 AMG) Turn electronic key in the odometer field if a proper oil level check cannot be drained or siphoned. Within 1...
...The following messages are not required. For this case we recommend that you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting malfunctions, have the system checked at a Mercedes-Benz dealer. "HI" The message "Hi" blinks and a signal sounds. It could cause damage to upper (max) mark of automatic transmission fluid... odometer display field or the low engine oil level warning lamp comes on, a malfunction has occurred to have the system checked. Odometer Display Field (Models C 280 and C 43 AMG) Turn electronic key in the odometer field if a proper oil level check cannot be drained or siphoned. Within 1...
Owner's Manual
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...Wheel (except C 43 AMG) Important ! For rim and tire specifications, refer to Index. Use for summer and winter operation. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for approx. 60 miles (100 km) at moderate speed. It is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them... affect the handling characteristics and safety of vehicle forward movement when using the spare wheel, observe the following restrictions: • Drive to model C 43 AMG. Remove burrs, if any time you break in direction of vehicle forward movement. Do not operate vehicle with summer tires...
...Wheel (except C 43 AMG) Important ! For rim and tire specifications, refer to Index. Use for summer and winter operation. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for approx. 60 miles (100 km) at moderate speed. It is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them... affect the handling characteristics and safety of vehicle forward movement when using the spare wheel, observe the following restrictions: • Drive to model C 43 AMG. Remove burrs, if any time you break in direction of vehicle forward movement. Do not operate vehicle with summer tires...
Owner's Manual
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... jack on the original part. Keep hands and feet away from those of the vehicle. Be sure that the jack is designed exclusively for Canada model C 230 Kompressor with steel rims Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as possible. 1. As a result, the vehicle...try to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate. The jack is always vertical when in the jack tube. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for model C 43 AMG 2. For additional information, refer to lift the vehicle during a wheel change when driving with a regular road wheel as ...
... jack on the original part. Keep hands and feet away from those of the vehicle. Be sure that the jack is designed exclusively for Canada model C 230 Kompressor with steel rims Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as possible. 1. As a result, the vehicle...try to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate. The jack is always vertical when in the jack tube. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for model C 43 AMG 2. For additional information, refer to lift the vehicle during a wheel change when driving with a regular road wheel as ...
Owner's Manual
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...engine not running, there Is no longer be towed with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. C 43 AMG Model C 43 AMG Cover removal: Hold left in mind that the vehicle be in the bumper panel. Cover installation: Engage cover at the ...To unlock, remove electronic key from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking. Upon cancelling the turn signal will operate again. Towing the Vehicle Warning! Models C 230 Kompressor and C 280: Cover removal: Insert finger in recess on the passenger side behind a cover in steering lock position 2. In ...
...engine not running, there Is no longer be towed with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. C 43 AMG Model C 43 AMG Cover removal: Hold left in mind that the vehicle be in the bumper panel. Cover installation: Engage cover at the ...To unlock, remove electronic key from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking. Upon cancelling the turn signal will operate again. Towing the Vehicle Warning! Models C 230 Kompressor and C 280: Cover removal: Insert finger in recess on the passenger side behind a cover in steering lock position 2. In ...
Owner's Manual
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...of non-genuine parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehicle or compromise its durability or safety. More than 300,000 different spare parts, for other Mercedes-Benz models, are subjected to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Each part has been specifically developed,... manufactured or selected for maintenance and repair work. Spare Parts Service All authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers maintain a stock of original spare...
...of non-genuine parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehicle or compromise its durability or safety. More than 300,000 different spare parts, for other Mercedes-Benz models, are subjected to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Each part has been specifically developed,... manufactured or selected for maintenance and repair work. Spare Parts Service All authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers maintain a stock of original spare...
Owner's Manual
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... 1.46 in . (2295 cm3) Bore Stroke Total piston displacemen All season tires:; 205/60R 15 91 H Radial-ply tires Winter tires; See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon-ding data of cylinders 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection Rims - Tires (except Sport Package) Rims (light alloy rims) Wheel offset 7J...in (4526 mm) 67.8 in (1723mm) 56.1 in (1424 mm) 105.9 in (2690 mm) 59.0 in (1499 mm) 57.6 in (1464mm) Spare Wheel ( exept Canada model with steel rims) Rim (light alloy rim) 7 J x 15 H 2 Wheel offset 1.46 in (37 mm) Wheel offset All 195/65 R 15 91 H season;Radial- Technical...
... 1.46 in . (2295 cm3) Bore Stroke Total piston displacemen All season tires:; 205/60R 15 91 H Radial-ply tires Winter tires; See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon-ding data of cylinders 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection Rims - Tires (except Sport Package) Rims (light alloy rims) Wheel offset 7J...in (4526 mm) 67.8 in (1723mm) 56.1 in (1424 mm) 105.9 in (2690 mm) 59.0 in (1499 mm) 57.6 in (1464mm) Spare Wheel ( exept Canada model with steel rims) Rim (light alloy rim) 7 J x 15 H 2 Wheel offset 1.46 in (37 mm) Wheel offset All 195/65 R 15 91 H season;Radial- Technical...
Owner's Manual
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Trunk load 220 lb(100 kg) max. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon-ding data of cylinders C 280 (202 029)1 112 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 Bore 3.54 in (89.90 mm) Stroke 2.89 ...-ply tires Winter tires; 205/60 R 15 91 T M+S Radial-ply tires Weights See certification tag Roof load 220 lb(100 kg) max. Technical Data C 280 Model Engine Mode of operation No.
Trunk load 220 lb(100 kg) max. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon-ding data of cylinders C 280 (202 029)1 112 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 Bore 3.54 in (89.90 mm) Stroke 2.89 ...-ply tires Winter tires; 205/60 R 15 91 T M+S Radial-ply tires Weights See certification tag Roof load 220 lb(100 kg) max. Technical Data C 280 Model Engine Mode of operation No.
Owner's Manual
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... 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 AMG light...
... 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 AMG light...
Owner's Manual
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Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. - 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 ... concentrate "S"1 MB Anticorrosion/antifreez Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane 91 (Avg. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Follow suggested mixing ratios, see Windshield/Headlamp Washer System in Index. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match Therefore use only...
Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. - 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 ... concentrate "S"1 MB Anticorrosion/antifreez Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane 91 (Avg. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Follow suggested mixing ratios, see Windshield/Headlamp Washer System in Index. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match Therefore use only...
Owner's Manual
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... of the winter season (or once a year in your vehicle to the proper level (have it up to your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. To provide the important corrosion protection, the solution must be used year round to provide the necessary corrosion protection and... is also regularly checked each time you use a solution that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be used to bring your car: Mercedes-Benz Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Agent. Model -35°F (~37°C) Approx.freeze Protection -49°F (-45°C) C 230 Kompressor 5.0 US qt (4.75 I) 5.3 US qt (5.0 I) ...
... of the winter season (or once a year in your vehicle to the proper level (have it up to your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. To provide the important corrosion protection, the solution must be used year round to provide the necessary corrosion protection and... is also regularly checked each time you use a solution that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be used to bring your car: Mercedes-Benz Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Agent. Model -35°F (~37°C) Approx.freeze Protection -49°F (-45°C) C 230 Kompressor 5.0 US qt (4.75 I) 5.3 US qt (5.0 I) ...