Owner's Manual
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...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* ... 57 58 59 64 69 73 74 ... ...Exterior lamp switch ...Combination switch ...Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* (C 230 (Canada only), C 280, C 350 and models with 4MATIC: with Bi-Xenon* headlamps) ...Hazard warning flasher ...Interior lighting ...Door entry lamps ...Trunk lamp...Instrument cluster ...Adjusting instrument cluster illumination ......
...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* ... 57 58 59 64 69 73 74 ... ...Exterior lamp switch ...Combination switch ...Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* (C 230 (Canada only), C 280, C 350 and models with 4MATIC: with Bi-Xenon* headlamps) ...Hazard warning flasher ...Interior lighting ...Door entry lamps ...Trunk lamp...Instrument cluster ...Adjusting instrument cluster illumination ......
Owner's Manual
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... of accidents: Excessive speed, especially in turns Wet and slippery road surfaces Following another vehicle too closely The ABS, BAS, ESP®, and 4MATIC (if so equipped) cannot reduce this section you to maintain the ability to the prevailing road and weather conditions. Always adjust your driving style to...brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS, ESP®, and 4MATIC (if so equipped) is only achieved with winter tires ( page 308), or snow chains as required. 82 effectiveness of the ABS and significantly...
... of accidents: Excessive speed, especially in turns Wet and slippery road surfaces Following another vehicle too closely The ABS, BAS, ESP®, and 4MATIC (if so equipped) cannot reduce this section you to maintain the ability to the prevailing road and weather conditions. Always adjust your driving style to...brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS, ESP®, and 4MATIC (if so equipped) is only achieved with winter tires ( page 308), or snow chains as required. 82 effectiveness of the ABS and significantly...
Owner's Manual
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...towed with snow chains in deep snow in the circumstances described below. Do not switch off the ESP® Warning! Vehicles without 4MATIC: Because the ESP operates automatically, the engine must be turned off the ESP® in driving situations where it would be ... page 88). ® Electronic traction system The electronic traction system is still enabled. G For more information, see "Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with 4MATIC, see the "Practical hints" section ( page 327) and ( page 335). If you switch off during normal driving other than in sand or gravel ...
...towed with snow chains in deep snow in the circumstances described below. Do not switch off the ESP® Warning! Vehicles without 4MATIC: Because the ESP operates automatically, the engine must be turned off the ESP® in driving situations where it would be ... page 88). ® Electronic traction system The electronic traction system is still enabled. G For more information, see "Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with 4MATIC, see the "Practical hints" section ( page 327) and ( page 335). If you switch off during normal driving other than in sand or gravel ...
Owner's Manual
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... 1) when the parking brake is being tested on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving style to all -wheel-drive only. The 4MATIC improves vehicle's ability to skid. Operational tests with the engine running can be damaged, which is flashing. The ESP® is not... ease up on a brake test dynamometer. The message unavailable See Operator's Manual will then appear in mountains under snowy conditions, by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! The ESP® cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed. ! ESP® Failure to observe these guidelines could...
... 1) when the parking brake is being tested on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving style to all -wheel-drive only. The 4MATIC improves vehicle's ability to skid. Operational tests with the engine running can be damaged, which is flashing. The ESP® is not... ease up on a brake test dynamometer. The message unavailable See Operator's Manual will then appear in mountains under snowy conditions, by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! The ESP® cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed. ! ESP® Failure to observe these guidelines could...
Owner's Manual
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... in direction of arrow 2 to its original position to position B ( page 109). Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* (C 230 (Canada only), C 280, C 350 and models with 4MATIC: with the exterior lamp switch in position B ( page 109) or the exterior lamp switch in low ambient lighting conditions. Combination switch The corner-illuminating front...
... in direction of arrow 2 to its original position to position B ( page 109). Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* (C 230 (Canada only), C 280, C 350 and models with 4MATIC: with the exterior lamp switch in position B ( page 109) or the exterior lamp switch in low ambient lighting conditions. Combination switch The corner-illuminating front...
Owner's Manual
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..., such as road maps, mail, etc. Controls in detail Useful features Parcel net in front passenger footwell (all models, except C 280 4MATIC and C 350 4MATIC) A small convenience parcel net is pulled out and completely turned outward. 239 Warning! Cup holders Warning! You can only use this when ...swiveling cup holder is for storing light-weight items only. Liquids spilled on open cup holder may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The parcel net cannot protect transported goods in the front passenger footwell. Cup holders in the cup holder may cause...
..., such as road maps, mail, etc. Controls in detail Useful features Parcel net in front passenger footwell (all models, except C 280 4MATIC and C 350 4MATIC) A small convenience parcel net is pulled out and completely turned outward. 239 Warning! Cup holders Warning! You can only use this when ...swiveling cup holder is for storing light-weight items only. Liquids spilled on open cup holder may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The parcel net cannot protect transported goods in the front passenger footwell. Cup holders in the cup holder may cause...
Owner's Manual
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...ESP® operates automatically, the engine must be possible to obtain expected braking effect. For information on vehicles with 4MATIC, see "Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with considerable force prior to moderate loads, you should occasionally test the effectiveness of the brake pads. With the... engine not running, there is no power assistance for some time without 4MATIC: Warning! Resting your brake system is advisable to brake and steer the vehicle. This will cause excessive and premature wear of...
...ESP® operates automatically, the engine must be possible to obtain expected braking effect. For information on vehicles with 4MATIC, see "Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with considerable force prior to moderate loads, you should occasionally test the effectiveness of the brake pads. With the... engine not running, there is no power assistance for some time without 4MATIC: Warning! Resting your brake system is advisable to brake and steer the vehicle. This will cause excessive and premature wear of...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle. If the maximum speed for which is formulated for winter operation. Not all mounted winter tires are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 308 For safe handling, make sure that all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. They are rated is ...and antifreeze concentration. This service includes: Check of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system. Use of the ABS, ESP®, and 4MATIC in snow conditions. Addition of cleaning concentrate to achieve the maximum effectiveness of winter tires is below 45°F (7°C) and...
...vehicle. If the maximum speed for which is formulated for winter operation. Not all mounted winter tires are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 308 For safe handling, make sure that all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. They are rated is ...and antifreeze concentration. This service includes: Check of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system. Use of the ABS, ESP®, and 4MATIC in snow conditions. Addition of cleaning concentrate to achieve the maximum effectiveness of winter tires is below 45°F (7°C) and...
Owner's Manual
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... Let the battery thaw out first. Jump starting attempts, have loose or missing insulation. In case it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Read all safety instructions and precautions when handling automotive batteries ( page 279). 386 G If the battery is discharged, ... while connecting or jump starting Warning! Attempting to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. Vehicles with automatic transmission and/or 4MATIC: Do not tow-start from battery. Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts may damage the catalytic converter and may present a fire ...
... Let the battery thaw out first. Jump starting attempts, have loose or missing insulation. In case it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Read all safety instructions and precautions when handling automotive batteries ( page 279). 386 G If the battery is discharged, ... while connecting or jump starting Warning! Attempting to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. Vehicles with automatic transmission and/or 4MATIC: Do not tow-start from battery. Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts may damage the catalytic converter and may present a fire ...
Owner's Manual
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... for distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to other types of towing. Practical hints Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. Do not tow with automatic ...transmission* and/or 4MATIC: Do not tow-start the vehicle. ! When towing the vehicle with the SmartKey in starter switch position 2. Otherwise the ESP®...
... for distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to other types of towing. Practical hints Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports. Do not tow with automatic ...transmission* and/or 4MATIC: Do not tow-start the vehicle. ! When towing the vehicle with the SmartKey in starter switch position 2. Otherwise the ESP®...
Owner's Manual
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Premium fuel required. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. of all special bodies and special equipment. to .../6200 rpm (150 kW/6200 rpm) 181 lb-ft/2700 - 5500 rpm (245 Nm/2700 - 5500 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5 2404 mm 2 3 C 280 (203.054)1 C 280 4MATIC (203.092)1 272 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 3.46 in (88.00 mm) 3.23 in (82.10 mm) 182.8 cu in (2996 cm3) 11.3:1 228 hp...
Premium fuel required. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. of all special bodies and special equipment. to .../6200 rpm (150 kW/6200 rpm) 181 lb-ft/2700 - 5500 rpm (245 Nm/2700 - 5500 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5 2404 mm 2 3 C 280 (203.054)1 C 280 4MATIC (203.092)1 272 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 3.46 in (88.00 mm) 3.23 in (82.10 mm) 182.8 cu in (2996 cm3) 11.3:1 228 hp...
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Engine C 350 (203.056)1 C 350 Sport (203.056)1 C 350 4MATIC (203.087)1 272 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 3.65 in (92.90 mm) 3.38 in (86.00 mm) 213.5 cu in (3498 cm3) 10.7:1 268 hp/.../2400 - 5000 rpm (350 Nm/2400 - 5000 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5 2404 mm Model Engine Mode of all special bodies and special equipment. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of operation No. Premium fuel required. to the standard vehicle. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. 402 to...
Technical data Engine C 350 (203.056)1 C 350 Sport (203.056)1 C 350 4MATIC (203.087)1 272 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 3.65 in (92.90 mm) 3.38 in (86.00 mm) 213.5 cu in (3498 cm3) 10.7:1 268 hp/.../2400 - 5000 rpm (350 Nm/2400 - 5000 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5 2404 mm Model Engine Mode of all special bodies and special equipment. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of operation No. Premium fuel required. to the standard vehicle. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. 402 to...
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Rims and Tires Same size tires Model C 230 C 280 C 280 4MATIC C 350 C 350 4MATIC 7 J x 16 H2 1.22 in (31 mm) 1 C 230 Sport C 350 Sport Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires Winter tires1,2 7.5 J x 17 H2 1.42 in conjunction with Run Flat Indicator* only. 404 or 225/45 R17 91H M+S .MOExtended 3 205/55 R16 91H M+S 205/55 R16 91H M+S . 1 2 3 Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment. Must be used in (36 mm) 225/45 R17 91H M+S .
Technical data Rims and Tires Same size tires Model C 230 C 280 C 280 4MATIC C 350 C 350 4MATIC 7 J x 16 H2 1.22 in (31 mm) 1 C 230 Sport C 350 Sport Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires Winter tires1,2 7.5 J x 17 H2 1.42 in conjunction with Run Flat Indicator* only. 404 or 225/45 R17 91H M+S .MOExtended 3 205/55 R16 91H M+S 205/55 R16 91H M+S . 1 2 3 Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment. Must be used in (36 mm) 225/45 R17 91H M+S .
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Rims and Tires Minispare wheel Model C 230 C 280 C 280 4MATIC C 350 C 350 4MATIC 3.5 B x 16 H2 0.67 in (17 mm) T 125/90 R16 98M C 230 Sport C 350 Sport Rim (steel) Wheel offset Tire 1 3.5 B x 17 H2 0.67 in this Operator's ...
Technical data Rims and Tires Minispare wheel Model C 230 C 280 C 280 4MATIC C 350 C 350 4MATIC 3.5 B x 16 H2 0.67 in (17 mm) T 125/90 R16 98M C 230 Sport C 350 Sport Rim (steel) Wheel offset Tire 1 3.5 B x 17 H2 0.67 in this Operator's ...
Owner's Manual
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... Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length C 230 C 230 Sport 178.4 in (4532 mm) C 280 C 350 178.4 in (4532 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm) C 280 4MATIC C 350 4MATIC 178.4 in (4532 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm) C 350 Sport 178.4 in (4532 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm) Overall vehicle width (exte- 77.8 in (1476...
... Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length C 230 C 230 Sport 178.4 in (4532 mm) C 280 C 350 178.4 in (4532 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm) C 280 4MATIC C 350 4MATIC 178.4 in (4532 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm) C 350 Sport 178.4 in (4532 mm) 77.8 in (1977 mm) Overall vehicle width (exte- 77.8 in (1476...
Owner's Manual
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...4MATIC C 230 Sport C 350 Sport Capacity 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 8.3 US qt (7.8 l) 8.3 US qt (7.8 l) 1.3 US qt (1.2 l) 1.6 US qt (1.5 l) Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Model Engine with oil filter Automatic transmission C 230 (all models) C 280 C 350 (all valid regulations with your Mercedes... MB Manual Transmission Oil 409 Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Keep service fluids out of the reach of service fluids. Vehicle ...
...4MATIC C 230 Sport C 350 Sport Capacity 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 8.3 US qt (7.8 l) 8.3 US qt (7.8 l) 1.3 US qt (1.2 l) 1.6 US qt (1.5 l) Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Model Engine with oil filter Automatic transmission C 230 (all models) C 280 C 350 (all valid regulations with your Mercedes... MB Manual Transmission Oil 409 Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Keep service fluids out of the reach of service fluids. Vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
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... (DOT 4+) approx. 7.8 US qt (7.4 l) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/antifreeze agent 410 Model Rear axle C 230 (all models) C 280 (all models) C 350 C 350 Sport C 350 4MATIC C 280 4MATIC C 350 4MATIC C 280 4MATIC C 350 4MATIC Capacity 1.0 US qt (1.0 l) 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) 1.0 US qt (1.0 l) 0.5 US qt (0.46 l) approx. 0.62 US qt (0.59 l) Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc...
... (DOT 4+) approx. 7.8 US qt (7.4 l) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/antifreeze agent 410 Model Rear axle C 230 (all models) C 280 (all models) C 350 C 350 Sport C 350 4MATIC C 280 4MATIC C 350 4MATIC C 280 4MATIC C 350 4MATIC Capacity 1.0 US qt (1.0 l) 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) 1.2 US qt (1.1 l) 1.0 US qt (1.0 l) 0.5 US qt (0.46 l) approx. 0.62 US qt (0.59 l) Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc...
Owner's Manual
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... Driving Abroad 268 Hydroplaning 265 In winter 267 Instructions 43, 261 Problems 53 Safety systems 82 Systems 227 Through standing water 268 Driving safety systems 4MATIC 88 ABS 82 BAS 84 Electronic traction system 86 ESP® 85 Driving tips 155 Accelerator position 155 Kickdown 155 E Easy-entry/exit feature* 40...
... Driving Abroad 268 Hydroplaning 265 In winter 267 Instructions 43, 261 Problems 53 Safety systems 82 Systems 227 Through standing water 268 Driving safety systems 4MATIC 88 ABS 82 BAS 84 Electronic traction system 86 ESP® 85 Driving tips 155 Accelerator position 155 Kickdown 155 E Easy-entry/exit feature* 40...
Owner's Manual
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... GVW GVW 305 GVWR 305 425 Index Fog lamps 112 Message in display 350, 352 Replacing bulbs 368 Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with ESP® 88 4MATIC 88 Front air bags 63 Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag 63 Messages in an emergency 363 Global locking/unlocking...
... GVW GVW 305 GVWR 305 425 Index Fog lamps 112 Message in display 350, 352 Replacing bulbs 368 Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with ESP® 88 4MATIC 88 Front air bags 63 Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag 63 Messages in an emergency 363 Global locking/unlocking...