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......Identification 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... 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
......Identification 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... 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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...and make. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on the original part. Break in new tires for the particular rim type. When replacing rims, only use sets of tires and rims of the wheels and the tires are mounted: The wheel brakes...Tires and wheels Tires and wheels See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on retreads. If the tire tread is heavily loaded, check tire pressure and correct as shown on tested and recommended rims and tires for further information. If incorrectly sized rims and tires are no longer guaranteed. G Replace rims or tires...
...and make. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on the original part. Break in new tires for the particular rim type. When replacing rims, only use sets of tires and rims of the wheels and the tires are mounted: The wheel brakes...Tires and wheels Tires and wheels See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on retreads. If the tire tread is heavily loaded, check tire pressure and correct as shown on tested and recommended rims and tires for further information. If incorrectly sized rims and tires are no longer guaranteed. G Replace rims or tires...
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... if it is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to light as possible. G ! Protect tires from around the rim. To benefit, however, you should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. G i The pressures listed for light loads are cold. Warning! Increased ...
... if it is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to light as possible. G ! Protect tires from around the rim. To benefit, however, you should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. G i The pressures listed for light loads are cold. Warning! Increased ...
Owner's Manual
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...rims. G Rotate front and rear wheels only if they are of the same size. G Have the tightening torque checked after each rotation. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes, etc. Tire temperature and tire... the driving speed and the tire load. Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for condition and inflation. Check and ensure proper tire inflation pressure. Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified vehicle ...
...rims. G Rotate front and rear wheels only if they are of the same size. G Have the tightening torque checked after each rotation. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes, etc. Tire temperature and tire... the driving speed and the tire load. Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for condition and inflation. Check and ensure proper tire inflation pressure. Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
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...one Minispare wheel mounted. G Make sure to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate. For more information, see "Rims and Tires" ( page 342). 1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims 2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims (located in trunk with more than wheel bolts 2 for ...will physically damage the vehicle's brakes. Wheel bolts 2 must be used when mounting the Minispare wheel or other steel rims will I find ...? In the case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the original length wheel bolts when remounting the original wheel after it has been repaired. 304...
...one Minispare wheel mounted. G Make sure to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate. For more information, see "Rims and Tires" ( page 342). 1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims 2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims (located in trunk with more than wheel bolts 2 for ...will physically damage the vehicle's brakes. Wheel bolts 2 must be used when mounting the Minispare wheel or other steel rims will I find ...? In the case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the original length wheel bolts when remounting the original wheel after it has been repaired. 304...
Owner's Manual
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To help avoid personal injury, use the jack only to use , especially on vehicles with steel rims (Canada only) On wheel to be changed , loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with jack. Do not disengage ... the jack take -up bracket. Always try to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Keep hands and feet away from the wheel. Practical hints Flat tire Warning!
To help avoid personal injury, use the jack only to use , especially on vehicles with steel rims (Canada only) On wheel to be changed , loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with jack. Do not disengage ... the jack take -up bracket. Always try to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Keep hands and feet away from the wheel. Practical hints Flat tire Warning!
Owner's Manual
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... these circumstances! Damaged wheel hub threads should be used when mounting the Minispare wheel or other steel rims. The use the correct mounting bolts. ! Make sure to come off. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. G Guide Minispare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it ... To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it on. Insert wheel bolts and tighten them slightly. Practical hints Flat tire Mounting the new wheel Clean contact surfaces of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts 2 for Minispare wheel or other steel...
... these circumstances! Damaged wheel hub threads should be used when mounting the Minispare wheel or other steel rims. The use the correct mounting bolts. ! Make sure to come off. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. G Guide Minispare wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it ... To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it on. Insert wheel bolts and tighten them slightly. Practical hints Flat tire Mounting the new wheel Clean contact surfaces of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts 2 for Minispare wheel or other steel...
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Now press (do not hit) opposite side of the steel wheel. Make certain that the springs of the wheel cover are firmly seated in the outer rim of wheel cover against wheel rim. Wheel cover on vehicles with steel rims (Canada only) ! Practical hints Flat tire Mounting wheel cover (Canada only) Position small wheel cover opening over tire valve and press wheel cover against wheel rim until seated. The wheel cover does not fit the Minispare wheel. 322
Now press (do not hit) opposite side of the steel wheel. Make certain that the springs of the wheel cover are firmly seated in the outer rim of wheel cover against wheel rim. Wheel cover on vehicles with steel rims (Canada only) ! Practical hints Flat tire Mounting wheel cover (Canada only) Position small wheel cover opening over tire valve and press wheel cover against wheel rim until seated. The wheel cover does not fit the Minispare wheel. 322
Owner's Manual
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Consumer information 335 Technical data Spare parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and Tires Electrical system Main dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Consumer information 335 Technical data Spare parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and Tires Electrical system Main dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Owner's Manual
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... filler flap of the vehicle. i Further information on tires and rims is located on cold tires. The tire pressure should be checked regularly and should only be the result. A tire inflation pressure table is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz. Follow tire manufacturer's maintenance recommendation included with the vehicle body...
... filler flap of the vehicle. i Further information on tires and rims is located on cold tires. The tire pressure should be checked regularly and should only be the result. A tire inflation pressure table is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz. Follow tire manufacturer's maintenance recommendation included with the vehicle body...
Owner's Manual
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... (37 mm) 225/45 R17 91W1 225/45 R17 91H M+S 205/50 R17 89H M+S2 or 225/45 R17 91H M+S1, 2 Rims 7 J x 16 H2 (steel - Technical data Rims and Tires Same size tires Model C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC 7 J x 16 H2 C 230 Kompressor Sport C 230 Kompressor Sport C 32 AMG C 320 Sport C 320 ...Sport Rims (light alloy) 71/2 J x 17 1.42 in (36 mm) - 71/2 J x 17 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/55 R16 91H - 205/55 R16 ...
... (37 mm) 225/45 R17 91W1 225/45 R17 91H M+S 205/50 R17 89H M+S2 or 225/45 R17 91H M+S1, 2 Rims 7 J x 16 H2 (steel - Technical data Rims and Tires Same size tires Model C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC 7 J x 16 H2 C 230 Kompressor Sport C 230 Kompressor Sport C 32 AMG C 320 Sport C 320 ...Sport Rims (light alloy) 71/2 J x 17 1.42 in (36 mm) - 71/2 J x 17 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/55 R16 91H - 205/55 R16 ...
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Rims and Tires Mixed size tires Model Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 71/2 J x 17 H2 1.42 in (36 mm) 225/45 R17 91W or 225/45 R17 91Y 81/2 J x 17 H2 1.34 in (34 mm) 245/40 R17 91W or 245/40 R17 91Y1 1 C 230 Kompressor Sport C 320 Sport C 32 AMG 71/2 J x 17 H2 1.46 in (37 mm) 225/45 R17 91Y1 or 225/45 ZR17 91Y1 81/2 J x 17 H2 1.34 in (34 mm) 245/40 R17 91Y1 or 245/40 ZR17 91Y1 Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 1 Must not be used with snow chains. 344
Technical data Rims and Tires Mixed size tires Model Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 71/2 J x 17 H2 1.42 in (36 mm) 225/45 R17 91W or 225/45 R17 91Y 81/2 J x 17 H2 1.34 in (34 mm) 245/40 R17 91W or 245/40 R17 91Y1 1 C 230 Kompressor Sport C 320 Sport C 32 AMG 71/2 J x 17 H2 1.46 in (37 mm) 225/45 R17 91Y1 or 225/45 ZR17 91Y1 81/2 J x 17 H2 1.34 in (34 mm) 245/40 R17 91Y1 or 245/40 ZR17 91Y1 Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 1 Must not be used with snow chains. 344
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Technical data Rims and Tires Minispare wheel Model C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC 3.5 B x 16 H2 0.67 in (17 mm) T 125/90 R16 98M 1 C 230 Kompressor Sport C 320 Sport C 32 AMG 3.5 B x 17 H2 0.67 in (17 mm) T 125/80 R17 99M1 Rim (steel) Wheel offset Tire 1 Must not be used with snow chains. 345
Technical data Rims and Tires Minispare wheel Model C 240 C 240 4MATIC C 320 C 320 4MATIC 3.5 B x 16 H2 0.67 in (17 mm) T 125/90 R16 98M 1 C 230 Kompressor Sport C 320 Sport C 32 AMG 3.5 B x 17 H2 0.67 in (17 mm) T 125/80 R17 99M1 Rim (steel) Wheel offset Tire 1 Must not be used with snow chains. 345
Owner's Manual
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...352 Flexible fuel vehicles 354 Fuel requirements 353 Fuels 350 Gasoline additives 354 Lubricants 349 Main dimensions 347 Premium unleaded gasoline 353 Rims and tires 342 Weights 348 Windshield washer 351 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system 351, 358 Tele Aid* 223 Emergency calls 224 ...299 Operation 138, 193 Redialing 140 Signal strength 139 Temperature Display mode 127 Grades of tires 360 Setting interior temperature Automatic climate control* Climate control 156 Setting units in display 127 Tires 262 Tightening torque (Wheel bolts) 321, 365 Tilt Head restraint Manual seat 34 Power...
...352 Flexible fuel vehicles 354 Fuel requirements 353 Fuels 350 Gasoline additives 354 Lubricants 349 Main dimensions 347 Premium unleaded gasoline 353 Rims and tires 342 Weights 348 Windshield washer 351 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system 351, 358 Tele Aid* 223 Emergency calls 224 ...299 Operation 138, 193 Redialing 140 Signal strength 139 Temperature Display mode 127 Grades of tires 360 Setting interior temperature Automatic climate control* Climate control 156 Setting units in display 127 Tires 262 Tightening torque (Wheel bolts) 321, 365 Tilt Head restraint Manual seat 34 Power...
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..., 342 Consumer information 359 Direction of rotation 261 Driving instructions 242 Retreads 260 Rims and tires 342 Service life 261 Temperature 262 Temperature grades 360 Tread depth 263 Wear pattern 262 Winter 263 Tools 300 Tow-away alarm* 25, 79 Arming ... Tracking services For stolen vehicle 230 Traction 147, 359, 365 Transmission gear selector lever Unlocking manually 308 Transmission see Automatic* or Manual transmission Tread depth (tires) 263 Tread Wear 359 Trip computer 136 Trip odometer Resetting 111 Trunk Auxiliary fuse box 334 Closing the lid 87 Lamp 108 Opening 84 Opening...
..., 342 Consumer information 359 Direction of rotation 261 Driving instructions 242 Retreads 260 Rims and tires 342 Service life 261 Temperature 262 Temperature grades 360 Tread depth 263 Wear pattern 262 Winter 263 Tools 300 Tow-away alarm* 25, 79 Arming ... Tracking services For stolen vehicle 230 Traction 147, 359, 365 Transmission gear selector lever Unlocking manually 308 Transmission see Automatic* or Manual transmission Tread depth (tires) 263 Tread Wear 359 Trip computer 136 Trip odometer Resetting 111 Trunk Auxiliary fuse box 334 Closing the lid 87 Lamp 108 Opening 84 Opening...