Owner's Manual
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... Operator's Manual ...10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ...11 Maintenance ...12 Roadside Assistance ...12 Change of address or ownership...12 Operating your vehicle outside...panel ...29 Door control panel...30 Getting started ...Unlocking ...Unlocking with the SmartKey ...Starter switch positions...Adjusting ...Seats ...Steering wheel...Mirrors...Driving...Fastening the seat belt ...Starting the engine ...Switching on headlamps...Turn signals ...Windshield wipers...Problems while driving...Parking and...
... Operator's Manual ...10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ...11 Maintenance ...12 Roadside Assistance ...12 Change of address or ownership...12 Operating your vehicle outside...panel ...29 Door control panel...30 Getting started ...Unlocking ...Unlocking with the SmartKey ...Starter switch positions...Adjusting ...Seats ...Steering wheel...Mirrors...Driving...Fastening the seat belt ...Starting the engine ...Switching on headlamps...Turn signals ...Windshield wipers...Problems while driving...Parking and...
Owner's Manual
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...Blocking of rear door window operation...Panic alarm* ...Activating ...Deactivating ...Driving safety systems...ABS ...BAS ...ESP...Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESP ...Anti-theft systems...Immobilizer...Anti-theft alarm system* ...Tow-away alarm... cluster illumination ...Coolant temperature gauge ...Trip odometer ...Tachometer...Outside temperature indicator ...Control system ...Multifunction display...Multifunction steering wheel...Menus ...Standard display menu ...AUDIO menu ...NAV* menu...Vehicle status message memory menu...Settings menu...Trip computer menu...
...Blocking of rear door window operation...Panic alarm* ...Activating ...Deactivating ...Driving safety systems...ABS ...BAS ...ESP...Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESP ...Anti-theft systems...Immobilizer...Anti-theft alarm system* ...Tow-away alarm... cluster illumination ...Coolant temperature gauge ...Trip odometer ...Tachometer...Outside temperature indicator ...Control system ...Multifunction display...Multifunction steering wheel...Menus ...Standard display menu ...AUDIO menu ...NAV* menu...Vehicle status message memory menu...Settings menu...Trip computer menu...
Owner's Manual
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Contents Manual transmission ...Shifting into 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......
Contents Manual transmission ...Shifting into 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......
Owner's Manual
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... regularly and before a long trip...Engine compartment ...Hood ...Engine oil ...Transmission 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 tires ... 275 275 277 278 278 279 282 283 284 285 286...
... regularly and before a long trip...Engine compartment ...Hood ...Engine oil ...Transmission 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 tires ... 275 275 277 278 278 279 282 283 284 285 286...
Owner's Manual
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...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 Unlocking the vehicle...Locking the vehicle ...Fuel filler flap ...Manually...blades...352 Removing wiper blades ...352 Installing wiper blades ...352 Flat tire...353 Preparing the vehicle ...353 Mounting the spare wheel ...353 Battery...360 Disconnecting the battery...361 Removing the battery...361 Charging and reinstalling the battery ...361 Reconnecting the battery......
...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 Unlocking the vehicle...Locking the vehicle ...Fuel filler flap ...Manually...blades...352 Removing wiper blades ...352 Installing wiper blades ...352 Flat tire...353 Preparing the vehicle ...353 Mounting the spare wheel ...353 Battery...360 Disconnecting the battery...361 Removing the battery...361 Charging and reinstalling the battery ...361 Reconnecting the battery......
Owner's Manual
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...-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... 373 374 375 375 376 377 377 377 378 380 381 382 383 383 384...
...-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... 373 374 375 375 376 377 377 377 378 380 381 382 383 383 384...
Owner's Manual
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...components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. G Various warning labels are familiar with caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other systems. Electronic malfunctions could also have it towed to an area which is running over an obstacle, ... section in an accident and/or personal injury. 16 Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/wheels for repairs or modifications to be unaware of your vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for possible damage. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, ...
...components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. G Various warning labels are familiar with caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other systems. Electronic malfunctions could also have it towed to an area which is running over an obstacle, ... section in an accident and/or personal injury. 16 Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/wheels for repairs or modifications to be unaware of your vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for possible damage. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, ...
Owner's Manual
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At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel 21
At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel 21
Owner's Manual
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Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for availability of printing. 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 voice control system*1, see separate operating ...Item 8 Glove box lid release 9 Glove box lock a Center console b Starter switch c Hood lock release d Steering wheel adjustment handle (manual) e Steering wheel adjustment stalk (electrical)* f Parking brake pedal g Remote trunk lid switch Page 241 241 27 33 278 40 40 48,...
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for availability of printing. 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 voice control system*1, see separate operating ...Item 8 Glove box lid release 9 Glove box lock a Center console b Starter switch c Hood lock release d Steering wheel adjustment handle (manual) e Steering wheel adjustment stalk (electrical)* f Parking brake pedal g Remote trunk lid switch Page 241 241 27 33 278 40 40 48,...
Owner's Manual
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... and feature description apply to end a call t to Sport models as well. 26 At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item 1 Multifunction display Operating control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone*: Press ... next menu ÿ for previous menu 5 Moving within a menu: Press button j for next display k for previous display Page i C 230 Kompressor Sport, and C 320 Sport: Steering wheel in these vehicles will vary from steering...
... and feature description apply to end a call t to Sport models as well. 26 At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item 1 Multifunction display Operating control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone*: Press ... next menu ÿ for previous menu 5 Moving within a menu: Press button j for next display k for previous display Page i C 230 Kompressor Sport, and C 320 Sport: Steering wheel in these vehicles will vary from steering...
Owner's Manual
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At a glance Door control panel Item 1 Door handle 2 Memory function* (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings) 3 Switches for seat adjustment* 4 Switches for opening/closing front door windows 5 Switch for rear door window override 6 Switches for opening/closing rear door windows 7 Remote trunk lid switch Page 92 106 35, 98 223 75 223 93 30
At a glance Door control panel Item 1 Door handle 2 Memory function* (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings) 3 Switches for seat adjustment* 4 Switches for opening/closing front door windows 5 Switch for rear door window override 6 Switches for opening/closing rear door windows 7 Remote trunk lid switch Page 92 106 35, 98 223 75 223 93 30
Owner's Manual
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.... Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey The steering is locked when the SmartKey is switched on while driving, refer to come on. If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the locking mechanism to engage. 1 Power supply to an unlocked vehicle. If a lamp in the instrument cluster come on when the ignition...
.... Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey The steering is locked when the SmartKey is switched on while driving, refer to come on. If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the locking mechanism to engage. 1 Power supply to an unlocked vehicle. If a lamp in the instrument cluster come on when the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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Getting started Adjusting Adjusting Warning! G All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as this happens, serious or fatal injury will be struck by the air bag when it , the belt ... with the BabySmartTM system installed in the front seating positions. BabySmartTM is a trademark of seat belts, must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM1 compatible child seat, which is open. The seat back and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is being adjusted...
Getting started Adjusting Adjusting Warning! G All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as this happens, serious or fatal injury will be struck by the air bag when it , the belt ... with the BabySmartTM system installed in the front seating positions. BabySmartTM is a trademark of seat belts, must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM1 compatible child seat, which is open. The seat back and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is being adjusted...
Owner's Manual
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... handwheel 2 forward or backward until your upper legs are lightly supported A child's risk of arrow until your legs are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel. Press switch 3 in the footwell or behind the seat. Getting started Adjusting Seat fore and aft adjustment Lift handle 1. Allow handle 1 to reach the accelerator...
... handwheel 2 forward or backward until your upper legs are lightly supported A child's risk of arrow until your legs are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel. Press switch 3 in the footwell or behind the seat. Getting started Adjusting Seat fore and aft adjustment Lift handle 1. Allow handle 1 to reach the accelerator...
Owner's Manual
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... lightly supported. Head restraint height Press switch up or down in such a way that it is as possible, consistent with the settings for the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors. Seat fore and aft adjustment Press switch forward or backward in the footwell or behind the seat. The position should... aft adjustment 5 Seat backrest tilt Switch on ignition ( page 33). Adjust seat to a comfortable seating position that there are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.
... lightly supported. Head restraint height Press switch up or down in such a way that it is as possible, consistent with the settings for the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors. Seat fore and aft adjustment Press switch forward or backward in the footwell or behind the seat. The position should... aft adjustment 5 Seat backrest tilt Switch on ignition ( page 33). Adjust seat to a comfortable seating position that there are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.
Owner's Manual
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...Do not drive the vehicle without the adjustment locked could cause the driver to help reduce injuries during an accident. G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. For more information, see "Seats" ( page 98). Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with properly ... control of an accident or similar situation. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, the electrical steering wheel adjustment feature* can be operated when the driver's door is open. Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint ...
...Do not drive the vehicle without the adjustment locked could cause the driver to help reduce injuries during an accident. G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. For more information, see "Seats" ( page 98). Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with properly ... control of an accident or similar situation. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, the electrical steering wheel adjustment feature* can be operated when the driver's door is open. Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint ...
Owner's Manual
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...2 Adjusting steering column, up and down, and in place before driving off. or Open the driver's door. 40 Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it up and down, and in and out before driving off. 1 Adjusting steering column, in until... steering column (lower left). Driving without the steering wheel adjustment locked may cause an unexpected steering wheel movement which could cause the driver to the desired position. Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel adjustment, manual Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it engages....
...2 Adjusting steering column, up and down, and in place before driving off. or Open the driver's door. 40 Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it up and down, and in and out before driving off. 1 Adjusting steering column, in until... steering column (lower left). Driving without the steering wheel adjustment locked may cause an unexpected steering wheel movement which could cause the driver to the desired position. Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel adjustment, manual Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it engages....
Owner's Manual
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... Warning! Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. i The memory function* ( page 106) lets you store the setting for the steering wheel together with the vehicle paint finish can move freely and that you have a good view of water. Do not allow the liquid to come into... 2. Adjusting steering column up or down Move stalk up or down in mirror are clearly visible. Objects in the direction of arrow 1 until a comfortable steering wheel position is convex (outwardly curved surface for the seat position and exterior rear view mirrors.
... Warning! Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. i The memory function* ( page 106) lets you store the setting for the steering wheel together with the vehicle paint finish can move freely and that you have a good view of water. Do not allow the liquid to come into... 2. Adjusting steering column up or down Move stalk up or down in mirror are clearly visible. Objects in the direction of arrow 1 until a comfortable steering wheel position is convex (outwardly curved surface for the seat position and exterior rear view mirrors.
Owner's Manual
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... temperatures, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically. Press button 3 for the driver's side exterior rear view mirror or button 2 for the steering wheel and seat position. ! Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch. Push adjustment button 1 up, down, left, or right according to...
... temperatures, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically. Press button 3 for the driver's side exterior rear view mirror or button 2 for the steering wheel and seat position. ! Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch. Push adjustment button 1 up, down, left, or right according to...
Owner's Manual
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...your foot is stopped in reverse. Low beam headlamps The exterior lamp switch is firmly on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel. This could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. G On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in drive... wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. G ! Warning! ! Vehicles with automatic transmission: Place the gear selector lever in position R only when the vehicle is not firmly...
...your foot is stopped in reverse. Low beam headlamps The exterior lamp switch is firmly on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel. This could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. G On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in drive... wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. G ! Warning! ! Vehicles with automatic transmission: Place the gear selector lever in position R only when the vehicle is not firmly...