Owner's Manual
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... instructions...Drive sensibly - save fuel ...Drinking and driving ...Pedals ...Power assistance ...Brakes ...Driving off...Parking ...Tires ...Hydroplaning ...Tire traction...Tire speed rating ...Winter driving instructions ...Standing water ...Passenger compartment ...Driving abroad...Control and operation of radio transmitters...fluid level ...Coolant level ...Battery ...Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*...Tires and wheels...Important guidelines ...Life of tire...Direction of rotation...Checking tire inflation pressure ...Rotating wheels ... 249 249 251 252 252 253 256 257...
... instructions...Drive sensibly - save fuel ...Drinking and driving ...Pedals ...Power assistance ...Brakes ...Driving off...Parking ...Tires ...Hydroplaning ...Tire traction...Tire speed rating ...Winter driving instructions ...Standing water ...Passenger compartment ...Driving abroad...Control and operation of radio transmitters...fluid level ...Coolant level ...Battery ...Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*...Tires and wheels...Important guidelines ...Life of tire...Direction of rotation...Checking tire inflation pressure ...Rotating wheels ... 249 249 251 252 252 253 256 257...
Owner's Manual
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... ...312 Side marker lamp bulb...314 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ...315 Replacing wiper blades...316 Removing wiper blades ...316 Installing wiper blades ...316 Flat tire...317 Preparing the vehicle ...317 Mounting the Minispare wheel...317 Battery...323 Disconnecting the battery...324 Removing the battery...324 Charging and reinstalling the battery...
... ...312 Side marker lamp bulb...314 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ...315 Replacing wiper blades...316 Removing wiper blades ...316 Installing wiper blades ...316 Flat tire...317 Preparing the vehicle ...317 Mounting the Minispare wheel...317 Battery...323 Disconnecting the battery...324 Removing the battery...324 Charging and reinstalling the battery...
Owner's Manual
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... labels...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...C 230 Kompressor Sport...C 240/C 320 (all models) ...C 32 AMG...Engine...Rims and Tires ...Same size tires ...Mixed size tires ...Minispare wheel ...Electrical system...Main dimensions...Weights... 335 336 337 337 338 339 339 339 339 340 342 343 344 345... unleaded gasoline ...Fuel requirements ...Gasoline additives ...Flexible Fuel Vehicles...Coolants...Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system ...Consumer information ...Uniform tire quality grading ... 349 349 352 352 352 352 353 353 354 354 356 358 359 359 Technical terms...361 Index...367
... labels...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...C 230 Kompressor Sport...C 240/C 320 (all models) ...C 32 AMG...Engine...Rims and Tires ...Same size tires ...Mixed size tires ...Minispare wheel ...Electrical system...Main dimensions...Weights... 335 336 337 337 338 339 339 339 339 340 342 343 344 345... unleaded gasoline ...Fuel requirements ...Gasoline additives ...Flexible Fuel Vehicles...Coolants...Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system ...Consumer information ...Uniform tire quality grading ... 349 349 352 352 352 352 353 353 354 354 356 358 359 359 Technical terms...361 Index...367
Owner's Manual
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... in this manual the "Technical data" section in an accident and/or personal injury. 16 Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels, for repairs or modifications to be unaware of your vehicle. See your vehicle. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have a negative... maintenance or repair facility for possible damage. Removal of any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of certain risks which is a safe distance from...
... in this manual the "Technical data" section in an accident and/or personal injury. 16 Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels, for repairs or modifications to be unaware of your vehicle. See your vehicle. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have a negative... maintenance or repair facility for possible damage. Removal of any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of certain risks which is a safe distance from...
Owner's Manual
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... surfaces Following another vehicle too closely The ABS, BAS, ESP and 4MATIC (if so equipped) cannot reduce this section you will respond even with winter tires (M+S tires), or snow chains as required. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of road surface conditions. It goes out when the engine is running. 72...
... surfaces Following another vehicle too closely The ABS, BAS, ESP and 4MATIC (if so equipped) cannot reduce this section you will respond even with winter tires (M+S tires), or snow chains as required. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of road surface conditions. It goes out when the engine is running. 72...
Owner's Manual
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... function again as a reminder to steer the vehicle. Continuous steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction. The BAS is then deactivated. Emergency brake maneuver Keep continious full pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation. Warning! When...
... function again as a reminder to steer the vehicle. Continuous steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction. The BAS is then deactivated. Emergency brake maneuver Keep continious full pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation. Warning! When...
Owner's Manual
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...spinning or if the vehicle starts to observe these guidelines could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction. Failure to skid. The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in the speedometer comes on ... following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling. It goes out when the engine is especially useful while driving off , apply as little throttle as possible...
...spinning or if the vehicle starts to observe these guidelines could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction. Failure to skid. The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in the speedometer comes on ... following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling. It goes out when the engine is especially useful while driving off , apply as little throttle as possible...
Owner's Manual
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... increase the traction afforded. G The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of the system will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better...
... increase the traction afforded. G The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of the system will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better...
Owner's Manual
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Rapid changes in tire traction can result in detail Driving systems Driving systems The driving system of your vehicle. You can be dangerous on winding roads or in fog. ...
Rapid changes in tire traction can result in detail Driving systems Driving systems The driving system of your vehicle. You can be dangerous on winding roads or in fog. ...
Owner's Manual
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... DIAGNOSIS - CALL FAILED appears in the multifunction display. A call is in progress. Remote Vehicle Diagnostics: This function permits the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate a Roadside Assistance call (e.g. ...on the multifunction steering wheel. The message INFO - CONNECTING CALL will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to availability of a flat tire with the SOS button and the Information button ¡). See system self-check ( page...
... DIAGNOSIS - CALL FAILED appears in the multifunction display. A call is in progress. Remote Vehicle Diagnostics: This function permits the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate a Roadside Assistance call (e.g. ...on the multifunction steering wheel. The message INFO - CONNECTING CALL will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to availability of a flat tire with the SOS button and the Information button ¡). See system self-check ( page...
Owner's Manual
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Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care 237
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care 237
Owner's Manual
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...effort is also increased by the FSS. Objects stored in mind that a considerably higher degree of alcohol or drugs can affect your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. 239 Have all times. Operation Driving instructions Driving instructions Drive sensibly... drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or taking drugs and driving are greatly increased when you should: Keep tires at all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Service Booklet and as required by driving in cold weather, in...
...effort is also increased by the FSS. Objects stored in mind that a considerably higher degree of alcohol or drugs can affect your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. 239 Have all times. Operation Driving instructions Driving instructions Drive sensibly... drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or taking drugs and driving are greatly increased when you should: Keep tires at all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Service Booklet and as required by driving in cold weather, in...
Owner's Manual
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... upon the weather and/or road surface (conditions), the tire traction varies widely. A flat tire affects the ability to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for possible damage. Hydroplaning Depending on the depth of the vehicle. Specified tire pressures must be replaced. Operation Driving instructions Tires The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band...
... upon the weather and/or road surface (conditions), the tire traction varies widely. A flat tire affects the ability to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for possible damage. Hydroplaning Depending on the depth of the vehicle. Specified tire pressures must be replaced. Operation Driving instructions Tires The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band...
Owner's Manual
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... should pay particular attention to sudden tire failure, causing loss of approximately 1/6 in an accident and/or personal injury and possible death, for you and for the winter season to summer tires. Even when permitted by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. This may cause... serious damage to the drive train which tires are close to prevailing conditions. You should be substantially reduced. Warning! Mercedes-Benz recommends M+S rated radial-ply tires with extreme caution. ...
... should pay particular attention to sudden tire failure, causing loss of approximately 1/6 in an accident and/or personal injury and possible death, for you and for the winter season to summer tires. Even when permitted by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. This may cause... serious damage to the drive train which tires are close to prevailing conditions. You should be substantially reduced. Warning! Mercedes-Benz recommends M+S rated radial-ply tires with extreme caution. ...
Owner's Manual
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...transmission declutch. C 230 Kompressor Sport, and C 320 Sport Your vehicle is factory equipped with "W"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 168 mph (270 km/h) or with "Y"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 155 mph (250 km/h). Winter driving instructions The most important ... Operation Driving instructions C 240, C 240 4MATIC, C 320, and C 320 4MATIC Your vehicle is factory equipped with snow chains, see "Winter tires" ( page 263). An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of control loss. 244 Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent this...
...transmission declutch. C 230 Kompressor Sport, and C 320 Sport Your vehicle is factory equipped with "W"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 168 mph (270 km/h) or with "Y"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 155 mph (250 km/h). Winter driving instructions The most important ... Operation Driving instructions C 240, C 240 4MATIC, C 320, and C 320 4MATIC Your vehicle is factory equipped with snow chains, see "Winter tires" ( page 263). An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of control loss. 244 Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent this...
Owner's Manual
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... 275). Exterior lamp switch ( page 102). Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Opening hood ( page 252). For more information, see "Replacing bulbs" ( page 310). Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. Tire inflation pressure More information on tire inflation pressure ( page 261). 1 Coolant level For more information...
... 275). Exterior lamp switch ( page 102). Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Opening hood ( page 252). For more information, see "Replacing bulbs" ( page 310). Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. Tire inflation pressure More information on tire inflation pressure ( page 261). 1 Coolant level For more information...
Owner's Manual
Page 260
.... Failure to wear down too far. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for the particular rim type. Operation Tires and wheels Tires and wheels See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for further information. Do not allow your authorized...
.... Failure to wear down too far. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for the particular rim type. Operation Tires and wheels Tires and wheels See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for further information. Do not allow your authorized...
Owner's Manual
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...tires below the min. Correct the tire pressure only when tires are warm you must make sure the tires rotate in the fuel filler flap. Protect tires from foreign objects. The ride of tire rotation. G i The pressures listed for light loads. Checking tire inflation pressure Tires and spare tire should only correct the tire... the max. Regularly check your tire pressure at intervals of the remaining tread. G ! values listed in the direction specified. Operation Tires and wheels Life of tire The service life of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advantages, such as ...
...tires below the min. Correct the tire pressure only when tires are warm you must make sure the tires rotate in the fuel filler flap. Protect tires from foreign objects. The ride of tire rotation. G i The pressures listed for light loads. Checking tire inflation pressure Tires and spare tire should only correct the tire... the max. Regularly check your tire pressure at intervals of the remaining tread. G ! values listed in the direction specified. Operation Tires and wheels Life of tire The service life of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advantages, such as ...
Owner's Manual
Page 262
... even if never used, and thus should be inspected and replaced when necessary. Thoroughly clean the inner side of tire wear. Do not underinflate tires. Overloading the tires can be retained. 262 Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for condition and inflation. On vehicles with a torque of air temperature change. Rotate the...
... even if never used, and thus should be inspected and replaced when necessary. Thoroughly clean the inner side of tire wear. Do not underinflate tires. Overloading the tires can be retained. 262 Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for condition and inflation. On vehicles with a torque of air temperature change. Rotate the...
Owner's Manual
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... may very well impair turning stability and that overall driving stability may be started, even at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G G Winter tires with a minimum tread depth of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. They are fitted on the other wheels, be aware that ...A well charged battery helps to this effect where it will be replaced. Warning! Warning! Adapt your tire dealer or from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Tire change. Use of winter tires is formulated for below 45°F (7°C) and whenever wintry road conditions prevail. Always observe the ...
... may very well impair turning stability and that overall driving stability may be started, even at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G G Winter tires with a minimum tread depth of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. They are fitted on the other wheels, be aware that ...A well charged battery helps to this effect where it will be replaced. Warning! Warning! Adapt your tire dealer or from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Tire change. Use of winter tires is formulated for below 45°F (7°C) and whenever wintry road conditions prevail. Always observe the ...