Owner's Manual
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... reverse...Automatic transmission*...One-touch gearshifting...Gear ranges ...Gear selector lever position ...Automatic shift program ...Driving tips...Steering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) (C 55 AMG only)...Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only)...Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) ...Good visibility ...Headlamp cleaning system* ...Rear view mirrors...Sun visors ...Rear window sunshade* ...Rear window defroster...
... reverse...Automatic transmission*...One-touch gearshifting...Gear ranges ...Gear selector lever position ...Automatic shift program ...Driving tips...Steering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) (C 55 AMG only)...Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only)...Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) ...Good visibility ...Headlamp cleaning system* ...Rear view mirrors...Sun visors ...Rear window sunshade* ...Rear window defroster...
Owner's Manual
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... cluster ...Lamp in center console...Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display...Where will I find ...? ...First aid kit...Vehicle tool kit ...Minispare wheel (except C 55 AMG)...Collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only)...Spare wheel bolts ...Unlocking/locking in trunk ...371
... cluster ...Lamp in center console...Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display...Where will I find ...? ...First aid kit...Vehicle tool kit ...Minispare wheel (except C 55 AMG)...Collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only)...Spare wheel bolts ...Unlocking/locking in trunk ...371
Owner's Manual
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... labels...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...C 230 Kompressor (all models) ...C 240 (all models)/ C 320 (all models)/ C 55 AMG...Engine...Rims and Tires ...Same size tires ...Mixed size tires ...Minispare wheel ...Collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only) ...Electrical system...Main dimensions...Weights... 373 374 375 375 376 377 377 377 378 380 381 382...
... labels...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...C 230 Kompressor (all models) ...C 240 (all models)/ C 320 (all models)/ C 55 AMG...Engine...Rims and Tires ...Same size tires ...Mixed size tires ...Minispare wheel ...Collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only) ...Electrical system...Main dimensions...Weights... 373 374 375 375 376 377 377 377 378 380 381 382...
Owner's Manual
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... based on preliminary information at time of voice control had been set. At a glance Cockpit Item 1 Steering wheel gearshift control (C 55 AMG only) 2 Cruise control lever 3 Multifunction steering wheel 4 Horn 5 Instrument cluster 6 Lever for availability of printing. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle model. 23
... based on preliminary information at time of voice control had been set. At a glance Cockpit Item 1 Steering wheel gearshift control (C 55 AMG only) 2 Cruise control lever 3 Multifunction steering wheel 4 Horn 5 Instrument cluster 6 Lever for availability of printing. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle model. 23
Owner's Manual
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At a glance Center console Lower part Item 1 Ashtray Cigarette lighter 2 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission* Gearshift lever for manual transmission 3 Cup holders 4 Armrest 5 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission* Automatic shift program Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only) 162 165 Page 245 246 47, 160 46, 154 243 242 28
At a glance Center console Lower part Item 1 Ashtray Cigarette lighter 2 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission* Gearshift lever for manual transmission 3 Cup holders 4 Armrest 5 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission* Automatic shift program Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only) 162 165 Page 245 246 47, 160 46, 154 243 242 28
Owner's Manual
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... or down. The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, depending on driving with gear ranges 4, 3, 2, 1 ( page 159) the selected program mode: (C/S) ( page 162) or (M/C/S) (C 55 AMG only) ( page 165) the position of the accelerator ( page 163) the vehicle speed Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission 156 If the operating conditions change, the...
... or down. The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, depending on driving with gear ranges 4, 3, 2, 1 ( page 159) the selected program mode: (C/S) ( page 162) or (M/C/S) (C 55 AMG only) ( page 165) the position of the accelerator ( page 163) the vehicle speed Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission 156 If the operating conditions change, the...
Owner's Manual
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...with the manual program mode M selected, the transmission will not be stored. Do not place full load on the steering wheel or by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 1 Left button: downshift 2 Right button: upshift 164 The last selected program mode (C or S) is switched on when the... engine is restarted in detail Automatic transmission* Steering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) (C 55 AMG only) You can change the gears manually on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached. The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located...
...with the manual program mode M selected, the transmission will not be stored. Do not place full load on the steering wheel or by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 1 Left button: downshift 2 Right button: upshift 164 The last selected program mode (C or S) is switched on when the... engine is restarted in detail Automatic transmission* Steering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) (C 55 AMG only) You can change the gears manually on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached. The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located...
Owner's Manual
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... side of control. ! Avoid spinning of the steering wheel. Do not place full load on the steering wheel ( page 164) or by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Press button 1 on slippery road surfaces. Your vehicle's ABS will shift from the current gear to the next lower gear. Controls...wheel. The gear range is limited when you are not driving in the manual program mode M ( page 159). Upshifting Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only) In the manual program mode M you can change the gears manually on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached. When driving ...
... side of control. ! Avoid spinning of the steering wheel. Do not place full load on the steering wheel ( page 164) or by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Press button 1 on slippery road surfaces. Your vehicle's ABS will shift from the current gear to the next lower gear. Controls...wheel. The gear range is limited when you are not driving in the manual program mode M ( page 159). Upshifting Manual shift program (C 55 AMG only) In the manual program mode M you can change the gears manually on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached. When driving ...
Owner's Manual
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Additional instructions for AMG vehicles: During the first 1000 miles (1500 km), do not exceed a speed of the above 4500 rpm in each gear. During this period, avoid engine ...
Additional instructions for AMG vehicles: During the first 1000 miles (1500 km), do not exceed a speed of the above 4500 rpm in each gear. During this period, avoid engine ...
Owner's Manual
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An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h). C 55 AMG Your vehicle is factory equipped with "Y"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 130 mph (210 km/h). i For information on tire speed rating for slippery ...
An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h). C 55 AMG Your vehicle is factory equipped with "Y"-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 130 mph (210 km/h). i For information on tire speed rating for slippery ...
Owner's Manual
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... oil as required. Be careful not to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Add engine oil as required. C 230 Kompressor (all models), C 55 AMG 1 Filler cap Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. If you notice transmission fluid loss ...or gear shifting malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission. 282 It could cause damage to be siphoned...
... oil as required. Be careful not to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Add engine oil as required. C 230 Kompressor (all models), C 55 AMG 1 Filler cap Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. If you notice transmission fluid loss ...or gear shifting malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission. 282 It could cause damage to be siphoned...
Owner's Manual
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... aid kit The first aid kit is included: Towing eye bolt Wheel wrench Alignment bolt Vehicle jack Spare wheel bolts Spare fuses Valve extractor (C 55 AMG only) 1 First aid kit 2 Hook and loop fastener Unfasten hook and loop fastener 2. Where will I find ...? Protective wrap (C 55... AMG only) Collapsible wheel chock A pair of trunk. Remove storage well casing 2. Practical hints Where will I find ...? The following is located in the trunk on the ...
... aid kit The first aid kit is included: Towing eye bolt Wheel wrench Alignment bolt Vehicle jack Spare wheel bolts Spare fuses Valve extractor (C 55 AMG only) 1 First aid kit 2 Hook and loop fastener Unfasten hook and loop fastener 2. Where will I find ...? Protective wrap (C 55... AMG only) Collapsible wheel chock A pair of trunk. Remove storage well casing 2. Practical hints Where will I find ...? The following is located in the trunk on the ...
Owner's Manual
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.... ! 3 Arrow 4 Minispare wheel 5 Vehicle tool kit storage well casing 6 Vehicle tool kit Remove vehicle tool kit 6. Remove collapsible tire 1. Removing the vehicle tool kit (C 55 AMG only) Lift up trunk floor cover and engage trunk floor handle in the direction of trunk and lower trunk floor before closing the trunk lid...
.... ! 3 Arrow 4 Minispare wheel 5 Vehicle tool kit storage well casing 6 Vehicle tool kit Remove vehicle tool kit 6. Remove collapsible tire 1. Removing the vehicle tool kit (C 55 AMG only) Lift up trunk floor cover and engage trunk floor handle in the direction of trunk and lower trunk floor before closing the trunk lid...
Owner's Manual
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... kit storage well casing Remove vehicle tool kit storage well casing 4. Practical hints Where will go to secure the Minispare wheel. Minispare wheel (except C 55 AMG) The Minispare wheel is located in wheel well. Storing the Minispare wheel Place Minispare wheel 3 in the storage compartment underneath the trunk floor. Otherwise you...
... kit storage well casing Remove vehicle tool kit storage well casing 4. Practical hints Where will go to secure the Minispare wheel. Minispare wheel (except C 55 AMG) The Minispare wheel is located in wheel well. Storing the Minispare wheel Place Minispare wheel 3 in the storage compartment underneath the trunk floor. Otherwise you...
Owner's Manual
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Do not operate vehicle with more information, see "Rims and Tires" ( page 380). Warning! Collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only) The collapsible tire is located in upper edge of trunk and lower trunk floor before closing the trunk lid. G The dimensions of the Minispare ...
Do not operate vehicle with more information, see "Rims and Tires" ( page 380). Warning! Collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only) The collapsible tire is located in upper edge of trunk and lower trunk floor before closing the trunk lid. G The dimensions of the Minispare ...
Owner's Manual
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...switch. Vehicles with more than one spare wheel mounted. The spare wheel is for temporary use only. Never operate the vehicle with collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only): Take the collapsible tire, wheel wrench, wheel bolts, jack, and electric air pump out of the trunk ( page 329). Take the Minispare... wheel out of the road wheels. When driving with a regular road wheel. Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with spare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire pressure and do so. 353 Preparing...
...switch. Vehicles with more than one spare wheel mounted. The spare wheel is for temporary use only. Never operate the vehicle with collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only): Take the collapsible tire, wheel wrench, wheel bolts, jack, and electric air pump out of the trunk ( page 329). Take the Minispare... wheel out of the road wheels. When driving with a regular road wheel. Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with spare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire pressure and do so. 353 Preparing...
Owner's Manual
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.... Otherwise the vehicle could fall of the trunk ( page 331). Practical hints Flat tire Inflating the collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only) Warning! Other wheel bolts may be damaged. 357 Only use genuine equipment Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Do not lower the vehicle before lowering the vehicle. Warning! Vehicles with collapsible tire (C 55...
.... Otherwise the vehicle could fall of the trunk ( page 331). Practical hints Flat tire Inflating the collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only) Warning! Other wheel bolts may be damaged. 357 Only use genuine equipment Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Do not lower the vehicle before lowering the vehicle. Warning! Vehicles with collapsible tire (C 55...
Owner's Manual
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...). 359 Observe a tightening torque of 80 lb-ft (110 Nm). 1-5 Wheel bolts Before storing the jack, it should be fully collapsed, with collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only): Inflate collapsible tire only after changing a wheel. Vehicles with handle folded in the trunk. Remove the jack. Practical hints Flat tire Lowering the vehicle...
...). 359 Observe a tightening torque of 80 lb-ft (110 Nm). 1-5 Wheel bolts Before storing the jack, it should be fully collapsed, with collapsible tire (C 55 AMG only): Inflate collapsible tire only after changing a wheel. Vehicles with handle folded in the trunk. Remove the jack. Practical hints Flat tire Lowering the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... (160 kW/5700 rpm) 229 lb-ft/3000 - 4600 rpm (310 Nm/3000 - 4600 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5 2380 mm 2 3 C 55 AMG (203.076)1 Engine Mode of operation No. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. Technical data Engine...
... (160 kW/5700 rpm) 229 lb-ft/3000 - 4600 rpm (310 Nm/3000 - 4600 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5 2380 mm 2 3 C 55 AMG (203.076)1 Engine Mode of operation No. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. Technical data Engine...
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Rims and Tires Same size tires Model C 230 Kompressor (Canada only) C 230 Kompressor Sport C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 (USA only) C 320 Sport C 320 4MATIC 7 J x 16 H2 1.22 in (31 mm) 205/55 R16 91H 205/55 R16 91H M+S C 55 AMG Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires (radial-ply tires) Summer tires (radial-ply tires) Winter tires (radial-ply tires) 71/2 J x 17 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/50 R17 89H M+S or 225/45 R17 91H M+S1 1 For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 381
Technical data Rims and Tires Same size tires Model C 230 Kompressor (Canada only) C 230 Kompressor Sport C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 (USA only) C 320 Sport C 320 4MATIC 7 J x 16 H2 1.22 in (31 mm) 205/55 R16 91H 205/55 R16 91H M+S C 55 AMG Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires (radial-ply tires) Summer tires (radial-ply tires) Winter tires (radial-ply tires) 71/2 J x 17 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/50 R17 89H M+S or 225/45 R17 91H M+S1 1 For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 381