Mercedes-Benz 2009 C300 - Manual

Operator’s Manual 18 Product Information Please observe the following in your own bestinterest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts andaccessories explicitly approved by us for yourvehicle model.We have tested these parts to determine theirreliability, safety an...

Operator’s Manual 19 Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Informationbooklet contains detailed information aboutthe warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz,including: R New Car Limited Warranty R Emission System Warranty R Emission Performance Warranty R California, Connecticut, ...

Operator’s Manual 20 Roadside Assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside AssistanceProgram provides factory-trained technicalhelp in the event of a breakdown. Calls to thetoll-free Roadside Assistance number1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)will be answered by Mercedes-BenzCustome...

Operating safety 21 Operating safety G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electroniccomponents and associated softwarecould cause them to cease functioning.Because the vehicle’s electroniccomponents are interconnected, anymodifications made may produce anundesired effect on other systems.Electr...

Reporting safety defects 22 Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with yourvehicle, particularly one that you believe mayaffect its safe operation, we urge you tocontact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerimmediately to have the problem diagnosedand corrected if required. If t...

Vehicle data recording 23 Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code§ 9951)Please note that your vehicle is equipped withdevices that can record vehicle systems dataand, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, maytransmit som...

25 Exterior view ....................................... 26Cockpit ................................................. 28Instrument cluster .............................. 30Storage compartments ....................... 32Multifunction steering wheel ............. 34Center console .........................

Instrument cluster 30 Instrument cluster At a glance

Storage compartments 32 Storage compartments At a glance

Storage compartments 33 Function Page 1 Glove box 233 Power outlet 238 Aux socket 188 2 Door pocket 3 Storage bag on frontpassenger seat backrest 234 4 Door pocket 5 Hooks on left and right sidein trunk 231 6 Parcel net on left side intrunk 230 7 Storage space forMinispare wheel andvehicle tool kit ...

Multifunction steering wheel 34 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page 1 Multifunction display 133 2 Press button æ or ç • to set the volume 140 • to operate the RACETIMER 1 138 Press button s • to take a call 143 • to dial 2 143 • to redial 2 143 Press button t • to end a call 143 • to reject a...

Multifunction steering wheel 35 Function Page Press button $ or % briefly 132 • to select submenus • to scroll up or down through lists • to select previous or next track, scene, orstored station within Audio menu 140 • to switch to the phone book and select a nameor number within Tel menu 142 Press...

Center console 36 Center console Upper part Function Page 1 Audio display cover 156 2 Hazard warning flasherswitch 103 3 Alarm system indicatorlamp 73 4 Front passenger front airbag off indicator lamp 49, 348 5 Electronic StabilityProgram (ESP ® ) switch 69 6 Audio system 153 or COMAND system, seese...

Center console 37 Lower part Function Page 1 Ashtray 237 Cigarette lighter 238 2 Gear shift lever for manualtransmission 119 Gear selector lever forautomatic transmission 121 3 Cup holder 235 4 Split storage compartment,left and right side of thecenter armrest 233 5 Audio controller 157 Function Pag...

Overhead control panel 38 Overhead control panel Function Page 1 Rear interior lighting on/off 105 2 Interior lighting control 105 3 Right reading lamp on/off 105 4 Power tilt/sliding sunroofswitch 223 or Power tilt/sliding panelswitch 226 5 Information button 244 6 Tele Aid (emergency callsystem) b...

Door control panel, seat adjustment 39 Door control panel, seat adjustment Door control panel, with memory function Function Page 1 Inside door handle 80 2 Central unlocking switch 81 3 Seat adjustment 87 4 Memory function forstoring seat, exteriormirror, and steering wheelsettings 98 5 Exterior rea...

41 Vehicle equipment .............................. 42Occupant safety .................................. 42Panic alarm .......................................... 65Driving safety systems ....................... 66Anti-theft systems .............................. 73 Safety and security

Occupant safety 42 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In ...

Occupant safety 43 SRS indicator lamp The SRS system conducts a self-test whenthe ignition is switched on and in regularintervals while the engine is running. Thisfacilitates detection of system malfunctions.The = indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition isswitched on and ...

Occupant safety 45 recommended for the size andweight of the child. (2) Always wear seat belts properly. Air bags are designed to deploy only in certainfrontal impacts (front air bags), side impacts(side impact air bags, pelvic air bags andwindow curtain air bags) which exceed presetdeployment thres...

Occupant safety 46 free of objects (e.g. packages, purses,umbrellas, etc.). R Do not hang items such as coat hangersfrom the coat hooks or handles over thedoor. These items may be thrown aroundin the vehicle and cause head and otherinjuries when the window curtain air bagis deployed. R Air bag syste...

Occupant safety 47 R if the system determines that air bagdeployment can offer additional protectionto that provided by the seat belt R depending on whether the seat belt is inuse R independently of the side impact air bags,pelvic air bags and/or the window curtainair bags The front air bags in this...

Occupant safety 48 The front passenger side impact air bag willnot deploy if the OCS senses that the frontpassenger seat is empty and the frontpassenger seat belt is not fastened (latchplate is not inserted into the buckle). With anempty front passenger seat and the seat beltfastened (latch plate pr...

Occupant safety 49 authorized Mercedes-Benz Center foravailability. Window curtain air bags G Observe Safety notes, see page 45. 1 Window curtain air bag When deployed, window curtain air bags 1 are designed to provide increased protectionfor the head (but not the chest or arms) of theoccupants on t...

Occupant safety 52 which are instances where the system maysuppress deployment of the frontpassenger front air bag even though theimpact met the criteria and was ofsufficient severity to deploy the driver frontair bag 1 Front passenger front air bag off indicatorlamp The 5/ indicator lamp 1 will be ...

Occupant safety 53 An incorrectly mounted child seat couldcause injuries to the child in case of anaccident, instead of increasing protectionfor the child.Follow the manufacturer’s instructions forinstallation of child seats. Seat belts Safety notes The use of seat belts and infant and childrestrain...

Occupant safety 54 Proper use of seat belts G Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY R Seat belts can only work when usedproperly. Never wear seat belts in anyother way than as described in thissection, as that could result in seriousinjuries in case of an accident. R Each occupant should wear their seatb...

Occupant safety 55 in booster seats, always follow the childseat manufacturer’s instructions. G Warning! Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges.They could tear.Do not allow the seat belt to get caught inthe door or in the seat adjustmentmechanism. This could damage the seatbelt.Never attempt to mak...

Occupant safety 56 X Raising: Slide seat belt height adjuster 1 upward. Seat belt height adjuster 1 engages in different positions. X Lowering: Press and hold release button 2 . X Slide seat belt height adjuster 1 downward. X Release button 2 and make sure seat belt height adjuster 1 engages into pl...

Occupant safety 57 The ETDs are designed to activate in thefollowing cases: R in frontal or rear-end impacts exceedingthe system’s preset deployment threshold R in certain vehicle rollovers R if the restraint systems are operational andfunctioning correctly, see = indicator lamp ( Y page 43) The ETD...

Occupant safety 58 potential for injury to the head and neck inthe event of an accident or similar situation. For information on head restraint adjustment,see “Head restraints” ( Y page 89). Correct driver seat adjustment G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehiclecontrol, all seat, head r...

Occupant safety 59 Observe the following points: R Always be in a properly seated position. R The position should be as far rearward fromthe front air bag in steering wheel 1 as possible, while still permitting properoperation of vehicle controls. R Adjust seat 3 to a comfortable seating position th...

Occupant safety 60 Do not expose the child restraint system todirect sunlight. The child restraint system’smetal parts, for example, could becomevery hot, and the child could be burned onthese parts. G Warning! Do not carry heavy or hard objects in thepassenger compartment or trunk unlessthey are fi...

Occupant safety 62 A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries issignificantly increased if the child restraintsare not properly secured in the vehicleand/or the child is not properly secured inthe child restraint.Children too big for a toddler restraint mustride in seats using regular seat belts.Po...

Occupant safety 63 3 Anchorage ring 4 Hook X Guide the top tether strap between headrestraint 1 and top of the seat backrest. X Make sure the top tether strap is nottwisted. X Securely fasten hook 4 , which is part of the top tether strap, to anchorage ring 3 . X For safety, make sure hook 4 is atta...

Occupant safety 64 Non-foldable rear bench seat 1 Indicates the position of the anchors 2 Anchorage ring covers 3 Anchors X Remove anchorage ring covers 2 from anchors 3 by pulling it in direction of arrow. X Store anchorage ring covers 2 , for example in the storage compartment of therear center ar...

Panic alarm 65 X Releasing: Press the lever down in direction of arrow 2 . Override switch G Observe Safety notes, see page 59. With the override switch you can disable therear door window switches in the rear doorpanels. G Warning! Activate the override switch when childrenare riding in the back se...

Driving safety systems 66 i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperati...

Driving safety systems 67 ABS G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. G Warning! Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm,steady brake pedal pressure instead.Pumping the brake pedal defeats thepurpose of the ABS and significantlyreduces braking effectiveness. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulatesthe b...

Driving safety systems 68 Adaptive Brake Adaptive Brake provides a high level ofbraking safety as well as increased brakingcomfort. It is coupled with the ABS, theESP ® and the BAS. Adaptive Brake takes driver and vehicle characteristics intoconsideration, thus achieving an optimalbraking effect.For...

Driving safety systems 69 Because the ESP ® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off(SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer.Active braking action through...

Driving safety systems 70 R the ESP ® continues to operate when you are braking R you cannot activate the cruise control R the cruise control switches off if activated i When the ESP ® is switched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP ® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flash...

Driving safety systems 71 To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch onESP ® SPORT in driving situations in which it would be advantageous to have the drivewheels spin and thus cut into surfaces forbetter grip such as: R when driving with snow chains R in deep snow R in sand or gravel G Warning! Swit...

Driving safety systems 72 You could lose control of your vehicle andcause an accident.Please be aware of these limits when youswitch off the ESP ® . Do not switch off the ESP ® when a spare wheel is mounted. To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch offthe ESP ® in driving situations in which it wou...

Anti-theft systems 73 Anti-theft systems Immobilizer The immobilizer prevents unauthorizedpersons from starting your vehicle.When leaving the vehicle, always take theSmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Theengine can be started by anyone with a validSmartKey that is left inside the vehicle. Activ...

Anti-theft systems 74 Close the respective element. X Disarming: Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO.The turn signal lamps flash once and anacoustic warning sounds once to indicatethat the alarm system is disarmed. i The vehicle will lock and the alarm system will rearm automatic...

75 Vehicle equipment .............................. 76Locking and unlocking ....................... 76Starter switch positions ..................... 84Seats .................................................... 86Multifunction steering wheel ............. 92Mirrors ......................................

Locking and unlocking 76 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Note...

Locking and unlocking 77 1 j Lock button 2 i Unlock button for trunk lid 3 k Unlock button 4 Battery check lamp i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device mus...

Locking and unlocking 78 When the SmartKey is valid, your vehicleunlocks R the doors R the fuel filler flap R the trunk lid i This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must a...

Locking and unlocking 79 If you leave the SmartKey behind whenexiting and locking the vehicle, no messageappears in the multifunction display.Possibility 2 (One SmartKey in the vehicle, no SmartKey outside the vehicle):When exiting and trying to lock the vehicle,the message Key Detected In Vehicle a...

Locking and unlocking 80 Loss of the SmartKey If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key,you should do the following: X Have the SmartKey deactivated by anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Report the loss of the SmartKey or themechanical key to your car insurancecompany immediately. X Have the mec...

Locking and unlocking 81 You can deactivate the automatic centrallocking using the control system( Y page 150). Automatic central locking activating/ deactivating 1 Central unlocking switch 2 Central locking switch X Activating: Press and hold central locking switch 2 until an acoustic signal sounds...

Locking and unlocking 82 ! The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure there issufficient overhead clearance. Opening the trunk from the outside 1 Handle X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey until the trunk unlocks andbegins to open. or X Pull on handle 1 . In vehicles wit...

Locking and unlocking 83 1 Handle 2 Handle X Lower the trunk lid using handle 1 or 2 . X Close trunk lid with hands placed flat ontrunk lid. Trunk lid emergency release With the emergency release button, the trunklid can be opened from inside the trunk. 1 Emergency release button X Briefly press eme...

Starter switch positions 84 X Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lidlock. X Turn the mechanical key clockwise toposition % and remove the mechanical key in that position to lock the trunk. The trunk remains locked even when thevehicle is centrally unlocked.You can only cancel the separate trunkl...

Seats 86 Position 0 Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton, the vehicle’s on-board electronicshave status 0 (as with SmartKey removed). Position 1 X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttononce.This supplies power for some electricalconsumers, such as radio functions. i If you now press the ...

Seats 87 G Warning! Your seat must be adjusted so that you cancorrectly fasten your seat belt.Observe the following points: R Adjust the seat backrest until your armsare slightly angled when holding thesteering wheel. R Adjust the seat to a comfortable seatingposition that still allows you to reach ...

Seats 88 1 Seat backrest tilt 2 Seat hight 3 Handwheel for seat cushion tilt 4 Handle for seat fore and aft adjustment i AMG vehicles are equipped with a seat with an integrated head restraint. It istherefore not possible to set the height andangle of the head restraint. X Seat backrest tilt: Press ...

Seats 89 The seats can be adjusted within 5 minutesafter either front door has been opened.The counter resets each time R you open or close a front door R you insert the SmartKey into the starterswitch R you remove the SmartKey from thestarter switch R you switch the ignition on or off Just like in ...

Seats 90 1 Adjustment lever X Move adjustment lever 1 in direction of the arrows until you have reached acomfortable seating position. Seat with adaptive backrest This feature is only available on C 63 AMG.The contour of the front seat backrests canbe individually adjusted to provide optimumsupport ...

Seats 91 Rear seat head restraint height 1 Release button X Raising: Pull head restraint upward to the desired position. X Lowering: Press release button 1 and push down on head restraint. Rear seat head restraint fore and aft adjustment X Adjust the head restraint to the desiredposition by pushing ...

Multifunction steering wheel 92 Seat heating 1 Seat heating switch The red indicator lamps in switch 1 come on to show which heating level you haveselected.The seat heating switches from level 3 (high) to level 2 after approximately 5 minutes. The seat heating switches from level 2 to level 1 (low) ...

Multifunction steering wheel 93 Steering wheel adjustment, manual 1 Release handle 2 Adjusting steering wheel, up or down 3 Adjusting steering wheel, in or out X Unlocking: Pull release handle 1 out to its stop limit. X Move steering wheel to the desiredposition. X Locking: Push release handle 1 all...

Mirrors 94 With the easy-entry/exit feature activated,the steering wheel will return to its last setposition when you close the driver’s door withthe ignition switched on. The steering wheelwill also return to its last set position whenyou insert the SmartKey into the starterswitch or press the KEYL...

Mirrors 95 X Tilt the mirror to the antiglare position bymoving lever 1 towards the windshield. The interior rear view mirror is dimmed. For more information, see “Auto-dimmingrear view mirrors” ( Y page 95). Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning! Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior ...

Mirrors 96 The interior rear view mirror and theexterior rear view mirror on the driver’s sidedo not react, for example, if the rear windowsunshade is in raised position.Light hitting the mirror(s) at certain angles(incident light) could blind you. As a result,you may not be able to observe trafficc...

Mirrors 97 front), press button 1 to fold mirrors in, then press button 1 again to fold mirrors out. Do not force mirrors by hand as thismay damage the adjustment mechanism.The mirror housing is then properlypositioned and you can adjust the mirror inthe usual manner. Activating exterior rear view m...

Memory function 98 Memory function Notes With the memory function you can store upto three different configurations per frontseat.Each memory position button on the driver’sside can store all of the following settings: R Seat position R Steering wheel position R Exterior rear view mirrors’ position ...

Lighting 99 1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirrorbutton 2 Passenger side exterior rear view mirrorbutton 3 Adjustment button 4 Memory button M X Stop the vehicle. X Switch on the ignition. X Press button 2 . The passenger-side exterior rear viewmirror is selected. X Adjust the passenger-side ext...

Lighting 100 Exterior lamp switch $ a Standing lamps, left % g Standing lamps, right & M OffDaytime running lamp mode ( * Automatic headlamp modeDaytime running lamp mode ) C Parking lamps (also tail lamps,license plate lamps, side markerlamps and instrument panel lamps) * B Low-beam headlamps o...

Lighting 101 traffic and/or ambient lighting conditionsrequire you to do so.In low ambient lighting conditions, onlyswitch from position * to B with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location.Switching from * to B will briefly switch off the headlamps. Doing so whiledriving in low ambient lighti...

Lighting 102 B , the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode.The corresponding exterior lamps come on( Y page 100). Fog lamps Fog lamps cannot be switched on with theexterior lamp switch in position * . To switch on the fog lamps, turn the exteriorlamp switch to position...

Lighting 103 High-beam flasher X Switching on: Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2 . Turn signals 1 Turn signals, right 2 Turn signals, left X Press the combination switch in directionof arrow 1 or 2 . The corresponding turn signal indicatorlamp L or K in the instrument clust...

Lighting 104 will start counting the next time from thebeginning.For information on filling up the washerreservoir, see “Washer system and headlampcleaning system” ( Y page 259). Corner-illuminating front fog lamps The corner-illuminating front fog lampsimprove illumination of the area in thedirecti...

Lighting 105 Interior lighting in the front 1 ò Rear interior lighting on/off 2 ] Automatic control on/off 3 X Right front reading lamp on/off 4 ð Front interior lighting on/off 5 X Left front reading lamp on/off 6 Front reading lamps 7 Front interior lighting Automatic control X Activating: Press b...

Wipers 106 Interior lighting in the rear ! An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically.Leaving an interior lamp switch in the ONposition for extended periods of time withthe engine turned off could result in adischarged battery. The overhead control panel is located abovethe ...

Wipers 107 Combination switch 1 Single wipeWiping with washer fluid 2 Switching on windshield wipers X Switch on the ignition. Windshield wipers Switching on/off M Windshield wipers off U Slow intermittent wipingRain sensor operation with lowsensitivity. V Fast intermittent wipingRain sensor operati...

Wipers 108 R the clutch pedal is depressed (vehicles withmanual transmission)or R the automatic transmission is in driveposition D or reverse gear R (vehicles with automatic transmission)or R the wiper setting is changed using thecombination switch Single wipe X Press the combination switch briefly ...

Power windows 109 Power windows Opening and closing The door windows are opened and closedelectrically. The switches for all door windowsare located on the driver’s door control panel.The switches for the respective door windowsare located on the front passenger door andon the rear doors. i Operatin...

Power windows 110 1 Left front door window 2 Right front door window 3 Right rear door window 4 Left rear door window X Switch on the ignition. X Opening/Closing: Press or pull and hold switch 1 to 4 to the resistance point. The corresponding door window will movedownwards or upwards until you relea...

Power windows 111 X Pull and hold the respective switch oncemore immediately until the door window iscompletely closed. X Hold the respective switch forapproximately 1 second.The door window is synchronized. Summer opening feature If the weather is warm, you can ventilate thevehicle before driving o...

Power windows 112 If potential danger exists, proceed asfollows: R Release button j to stop the closing procedure. To open, press and holdbutton k . To continue the closing procedure after making sure that there isno danger of anyone being harmed by theclosing procedure, press and hold button j . Ve...

Driving and parking 113 Driving and parking Safety notes G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects areobstructing the pedals’ range of movement.Keep the driver’s footwell clear of allobstacles. If there are any floormats orcarpets in the footwell, make sure thepedals still have sufficient clearance...

Driving and parking 114 Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission Á Park position with gear selector lever lock  Reverse gear À Neutral position ¿ Drive position For more information, see “Automatictransmission” ( Y page 121). X Make sure the automatic transmission is inpa...

Driving and parking 115 Starting difficulties ! Remember that extended starting attempts can drain the battery. The engine does not start. You can hear the starter.There could be a malfunction in the engineelectronics or in the fuel supply system.Carry out the following steps: X If you are starting ...

Driving and parking 116 ! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrainwhich is not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warranty. ! Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakesreduces engine performance and causespremature brake and drive...

Driving and parking 117 For more information on driving, see “Drivinginstructions” ( Y page 286). Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires R An ignition cable may be damaged. R The engine electronics may not beoperating properly. R Unburned gasoline may have entered thecatalyt...

Driving and parking 118 R Turn the SmartKey in the starter switchto position 0 and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, or press theKEYLESS-GO start/stop button. R Take the SmartKey with you and lock thevehicle when leaving. G Warning! Manual transmission:Wait until the vehicle is stationary...

Manual transmission 119 i Always engage the parking brake in addition to shifting the automatictransmission into park position P (manual transmission: shifting into 1st gear or reverse gear R). When parked on an incline, also turn thefront wheels towards the road curb. With SmartKey X Turn the Smart...

Manual transmission 120 until the operating temperature has beenreached.Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for anextended period when driving off onslippery road surfaces.This may cause serious damage to theengine and the drivetrain which is notcovered by the Mercedes-Benz LimitedWarranty. Gearshift le...

Automatic transmission 121 Automatic transmission Introduction For information on driving with an automatictransmission, see “Driving andparking” ( Y page 113). G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects areobstructing the pedals’ range of movement.Keep the driver’s footwell clear of allobstacles. I...

Automatic transmission 122 The current transmission position P, R, N, or D appears in the multifunction display ( Y page 122). There are additional indicators on the coverof the shifting gate showing the current gearselector lever position.The indicators come on when you insert theSmartKey into the ...

Automatic transmission 123 Effect ì Park positionShift the automatic transmissioninto park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. The parkposition is not intended to serveas a brake when the vehicle isparked. Rather, the driver shouldalways engage the parking brakein addition to shifting theau...

Automatic transmission 124 EffectThe automatic transmission shiftsautomatically. All forward gearsare available. Driving tips Kickdown Use the kickdown when you want maximumacceleration. X Fully depress the accelerator pedal.Depending on the engine speed theautomatic transmission shifts into a lower...

Automatic transmission 125 C Comfort For comfort driving S Sport For standard driving Program mode selector switch on C 63 AMG C Comfort For standard driving S Sport For sporty driving M Manual For manual gearshifting( Y page 127) The current program mode appears in themultifunction display. 1 Progr...

Automatic transmission 126 Steering wheel gearshift control (example illustration) 1 Limiting gear rangeDownshift (in manual program mode M) 2 Extending gear rangeUpshift (in manual program mode M) i You cannot shift with the steering wheel gearshift control when the automatictransmission is in park...

Automatic transmission 127 and deceleration automatically. This willinvolve shifting down one or more gears. Manual shift program The manual shift program is available onC 63 AMG only.Manual program mode M differs with regard to spontaneity, response time, and shiftingsmoothness from automatic progr...

Automatic transmission 128 Upshift indicator 1 Current gear 2 Upshift indicator In manual program mode M, upshift indicator 2 in the multifunction display advises you to upshift before the engine reaches theoverspeed range. Thus you can drive at themaximum engine speed for each gear withoutoverrevvi...

Instrument cluster 130 X To brighten illumination: Turn dimmer 1 clockwise. X To dim illumination: Turn dimmer 1 counterclockwise. Coolant temperature gauge The coolant temperature gauge is located onthe left side in the instrument cluster( Y page 30). G Warning! Driving when your engine is overheat...

Control system 131 Control system Introduction The control system is activated as soon as thestarter switch is in position 2 ( Y page 84). The control system enables you to call upinformation about your vehicle and to changevehicle settings.For example, you can use the control systemto find out when...

Control system 132 5 Press button &( to call up line for menus and toselect menus Press button briefly $% to select submenu or scrollthrough listswithin Audio menu to select previous or next track, scene orstored stationwithin Tel menu to switch to the phone book and select aname or number Press...

Control system 133 display featuring the odometer andspeedometer appears. or X Press and hold button L until the standard display featuring the odometerand speedometer appears. X To confirm selection: Press button # . X To confirm display message: Press button # or L . The control system saves certa...

Control system 134 Menus and submenus Controls in detail

Control system 135 Function 1 Trip menu ( Y page 135) 2 AMG menu ( Y page 137) 3 Navi menu ( Y page 140) 4 Audio menu ( Y page 140) 5 Tel menu ( Y page 142) 6 Service menu ( Y page 144) 7 Settings menu ( Y page 145) Trip menu In the Trip menu, you can show an additional display for the speedometer a...

Control system 136 Resetting will not occur if you turn theSmartKey back to position 1 or 2 within this time period. Fuel consumption statistics since last reset X Press ( or & to select the Trip menu. X Press % or $ to select Since Reset . 1 Distance driven since last reset 2 Time elapsed since...

Control system 137 Digital speedometer X Press ( or & to select the Trip menu. X Press % or $ to select the digital speedometer. Example illustration for upshift indicator 1 Upshift indicator 8 2 Digital speedometer The shift indicator is meant as arecommendation for an economical drivingstyle. ...

Control system 138 1 Automatic transmission program modeindicator 2 ESP mode indicator RACETIMER G Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use onroads and in conditions where high speeddriving is permitted. Racing on public roadsis prohibited under all circumstances andthe driver is and must alwa...

Control system 139 1 Gear indicator 2 RACETIMER 3 Best lap time 4 Lap number Resetting current lap X Press button æ while the timer is running.The timer stops. X Press button ç . The lap time is reset to “0”. Deleting all lapsIt is not possible to delete a single saved lap. X Press button æ while th...

Control system 140 X Press button ( or & to select the AMG menu. X Press button $ repeatedly until the lap analysis appears in the multifunctiondisplay. Each lap is shown in its own submenu. Thefastest lap is indicated by flashing symbol 1 . 1 Lap number 2 Lap time 3 Average speed during lap 4 L...

Control system 141 For more information on satellite radiooperation, see “Satelliteradio” ( Y page 172). Vehicles with COMAND system:Refer to separate COMAND system operatinginstructions. X Switch on the audio system ( Y page 162) and select radio mode.Vehicles with COMAND system:Refer to separate C...

Control system 142 1 Current scene X Selecting previous or next scene: Press button % or $ briefly. X Selecting a scene from the scene list (quick search): Press and hold button % or $ . TEL menu The functions available in the system and themessages in the multifunction display dependon which option...

Control system 143 Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls,you can answer a call at any time. In themultifunction display you will then see thefollowing message, or if available, the callerID (number or name): X Press button s . Ending a call or rejecting an incoming call X Pr...

Control system 144 need to search through your entire phonebook. X Press button ( or & to select the Tel menu. X Press button s . X Press button % or $ to select the desired number and/or name. X Press button s or # . The control system dials the selectedphone number. Service menu In the Service...

Control system 145 Settings menu Introduction In the Settings menu there are two functions: The function Factory Setting ( Y page 145), with which you can reset all the settings to the original factory settings and acollection of submenus ( Y page 145) with which you can make individual settings for...

Control system 147 X Press # to change the current status. Depending on the previous status, theadditional speedometer will be switched On or Off. Permanent display (vehicles with automatic transmission)You can use the Permanent Display functionto choose to display either the outsidetemperature or t...

Control system 148 X Press button % or $ to change the setting which is highlighted. X Press # to store the entry. Setting the dateThis function is not available if your vehicle isequipped with the COMAND system andnavigation module.Vehicles with COMAND system:For information on setting the date in ...

Control system 149 In low ambient light conditions the followinglamps will come on additionally: R Parking lamps R Tail lamps R License plate lamps R Side marker lamps For more information on the daytime runninglamp mode, see “Lighting” ( Y page 101). i Make sure the light switch is set to ¡ or * wh...

Control system 150 You can temporarily deactivate theheadlamps delayed shut-off feature: X Before exiting the vehicle, turn theSmartKey in the starter switch to position0. X Then turn it to position 2 and back to position 0. The headlamps delayed shut-off feature isdeactivated. It will reactivate as...

Control system 151 Activating easy-entry/exit featureUse this function to activate and deactivatethe easy-entry/exit feature ( Y page 93). G Warning! You must make sure no one can becometrapped or injured by the moving steeringwheel when the easy-entry/exit feature isactivated.To stop steering wheel...

Audio system 152 Audio system Audio and telephone operation These instructions are intended to help youbecome familiar with your Mercedes-Benzaudio system. They contain useful tips and adetailed description of the user functions. G Warning! In order to avoid distraction which couldlead to an acciden...

Audio system 154 Audio control unit overview Controls in detail

Audio system 155 Item 1 Switching to radio mode( Y page 168) Calling up wave bands( Y page 169) Switching on Sat mode( Y page 174) 2 Switching to CD audio or MP3 mode( Y page 179) 3 Disc slot 4 Load/eject button ( Y page 182) 5 Clear button for deleting digits orentire entries ( Y page 201) Entering...

Audio system 156 Audio display The audio display has a protective cover. ! Do not place any objects on the cover of the audio display. This may obstruct themovement when the cover is beingopened/closed. The cover could bedamaged. Do not place any objects in frontof the audio display and/or secure an...

Audio system 157 Mobile phone readiness is indicated byadditional information being shown in thestatus line: R In the telephone main menu: Name of theBluetooth ® device (calls made and received via the Bluetooth ® interface) ( Y page 195). R Mobile phone network signal strength I . This information ...

Audio system 158 Symbol How to use the audio controller Function n X Press briefly. R Confirming the selection of a menu item or list entry. X Press and hold until the selected action has been carried out. R Saving a station. y m z X Rotate. R Moving through vertical or horizontal menus or through l...

Audio system 159 Back button 1 Back button í X Switching to the next highest menu: Press button í briefly. The audio system switches to the nexthighest menu level within the currentlyactive mode. i You can also exit a menu or list by sliding the audio controller o m p or q m r . X Switching to the m...

Audio system 160 Button Mode/Menu Name ( Y page 197) Call lists ( Y page 200) ê System settings menu System ( Y page 165) Language ( Y page 166) Calling up an operating mode X Press the respective button ( b , é , h , or ê ) on the audio control unit. The basic menu of the selected modeappears in th...

Audio system 161 Example of how to use the audio system Example: direct frequency input,FM 104.5 MHz.In the descriptions below, the mode alwaysserve as the starting point for locating theindividual menu items.Example: b £ Radio £ Enter Frequency The individual steps for the above-mentionedexample ar...

Audio system 162 Operation In the following descriptions, an operationstep is described as in example below. X b £ Radio £ Enter Frequency is the short for X Press button b on audio control unit repeatedly until desired wave band hasbeen selected. X Slide m r . X Slide o m or rotate y m z the audio ...

Audio system 163 Adjusting volume 1 Push button D 2 Rotary control X Adjusting: Turn rotary control 2 . The volume will increase or decreasedepending on the direction turned. Adjusting volume for telephone callsIn hands-free mode, you can adjust thevolume of a telephone call while the call iscurrent...

Audio system 164 Adjusting balance or faderBalance is used to determine whether thesound focus should be shifted toward thedriver’s side or the passenger side.Fader is used to determine whether the soundfocus should be shifted toward the front orrear of the vehicle. X Press button ´ repeatedly until...

Audio system 165 Adjusting surround soundWith surround sound, you can choosebetween LOGIC 7 ® On and LOGIC 7 ® Off . X Press button ´ repeatedly until Sound appears in the audio display. or X Select Sound £ Sound . A dot R indicates the current setting. X Selecting setting: Slide r m q or rotate y m...

Audio system 166 i When you select Brightness , a scale appears on which you can set thebrightness manually.In the Automatic setting, the audio system analyzes the automatic vehicle light sensorand switches between the display designsautomatically. Bluetooth ® settings General information about Blue...

Audio system 167 X Changing setting: Slide r m q or rotate y m z and select desired language. X Saving setting: Press n . The setting is stored and the menu isexited. X Exiting menu without saving: Press button í or slide o m p . i The language selected in the Audio system is also used for the displ...

Audio system 168 Radio (except Weather Band/ satellite radio) Presets (except Weather Band) Channel (only Weather Band) Sound Enter frequency Autostore (except satellite radio) List of channels Treble Station information (in FM waveband only) List of stored stations Bass Balance/Fader Surround Sound...

Audio system 169 Information displayed in the status line (example) The following information is displayed in thestatus line: R Time ( 04:38 ) R Station name ( WNYC ) Mobile phone readiness is indicated byadditional information being shown: R Mobile phone network signal strength I R Receiver symbol ...

Audio system 170 Selecting a station using station memory i This function is not available for Weather Band. X Press button b on audio control unit repeatedly until desired wave band hasbeen selected. X Select Presets . or X Press n when the main area is selected. The memory menu appears. The dot R ...

Audio system 172 Satellite radio G Warning! Please devote your attention first andforemost to the traffic situation you are in.Before your journey, please familiarizeyourself with the radio functions. Only use the audio system when road andtraffic conditions permit you to do so.Otherwise you could b...

Audio system 173 www.sirius.com (USA) or www.siriuscanada.com (Canada). i Note that categories and channels shown in illustrations are dependent onprogramming content delivered by theservice provider. Programming content issubject to change. Therefore, channels andcategories shown in illustrations a...

Audio system 174 i It is also possible to activate the satellite radio service online. To do so please visitSIRIUS Satellite Radio’s website atwww.sirius.com (USA) or www.siriuscanada.com (Canada). Preview Channel i If the satellite radio service has not been subscribed to, only the preview channel ...

Audio system 175 X Calling up category list: b (repeatedly, if necessary) £ Cat . or X Slide o m p or rotate y m z until Cat. is highlighted and press n . The category list appears. X Selecting a category: Slide q m r or rotate y m z . X Setting the selected category: Press n . The selected program ...

Audio system 176 Channel number is valid, but channel is not included in subscription: The message Call SIRIUS to activate: appears ( Y page 173). X Press n to close the message in the audio display. Tuning in channels using the satellite radio channel list X b (repeatedly, if necessary) £ Sat £ Cha...

Audio system 177 X Selecting a preset position: Slide q m r or rotate y m z . X Storing a preset position: Press and hold n until you hear a signal. The channel is stored. or X Press and hold desired channel button 1 to R on keypad, until a brief signal tone sounds.The channel is stored. Show progra...

Audio system 178 After completion of the update, the satelliteradio basic menu will appear. The station lasttuned to will begin to play. If not available, thenext subscribed channel starts beginningwith channel 1. Sound settings For sound adjusting see: R Volume ( Y page 163) R Balance control and f...

Audio system 179 CD and MP3 mode Submenu overview CD or MP3 Track list (Audio CD) or Folder (MP3) Changer (with CD-changer only) Sound Normal Track Sequence Select track (CD mode only) Select medium Treble Random Tracks Select folder and/or tracks (MP3mode only) Eject all Bass Random Folders (MP3 mo...

Audio system 180 General notes i Audio CDs with copy protection are not compatible with the CD audio standard andtherefore may not be able to be played bythe single CD player and/or the CDchanger. There may be playback problemswhen playing copied discs.There is a large variety of discs, disc-writing...

Audio system 181 Permissible file systems R ISO9660/Joliet for CDs Multisession CDsFor multisession CDs, the first session typeof the CD determines how the audio systemwill process the CD.For example, if the first session type isaccording to the audio CD standard and thesecond session type is accord...

Audio system 182 Permissible bit and sampling rates R Fixed and variable bit rates up to320 kbit/s R Sampling rates of 24 kHz – 48 kHz i Only use MP3 tracks with a bit rate of at least 128 kbit/s or higher and a samplingrate of at least 44.1 kHz or higher. Smallerrates can cause a noticeable deterio...

Audio system 183 G Warning! In order to avoid distraction which couldlead to an accident, the driver should insertor eject CDs with the vehicle at a standstilland operate the audio system only ifpermitted by road, weather and trafficconditions.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximatel...

Audio system 184 Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle iscovering a distance of 44 feet(approximately 14 m) every second. i If the audio CD is printed on one side, this side must face upwards when loaded. Ifneither side is printed, the side to be playedmust...

Audio system 185 X Insert CD into CD slot 1 . The CD changer automatically pulls the CDinto the CD slot 1 and places it in an empty magazine compartment. The message Please Wait... appears in the display. If the CD is loaded, the CD changer willswitch to the next empty magazinecompartment. The messa...

Audio system 186 compartment with the current CD ishighlighted. X Slide m r to select the menu bar. X Slide o m p or rotate y m z the audio controller to select Eject All . X Press n to confirm. The CDs are ejected one after the other. X Remove the CD from CD slot.The CD changer switches to the next...

Audio system 187 Example display in MP3 mode 1 Track number 2 File name 3 Elapsed track time 4 Mode 5 Folder name (only if saved on the disc) 6 Disc number (CD changer) 7 Disc type Pause function X Pausing playback: Press button F briefly. X Continuing playback: Press button F again briefly. Selecti...

Audio system 188 i Due to the large amount of information found on an MP3 disc it may take a whilebefore all folder and track informationbecomes available. During this time thefolder list may be unavailable or slow. X Select a track by sliding q m r or rotating y m z the audio controller. X Press n ...

Audio system 189 Calling up AUX mode G Warning! Due to the different volumes of the externalaudio sources, system messages of thevehicle may be much louder. You may needto disable these system messages or adjustthe volume of these messages manually. X Selecting audio AUX mode: Press button é repeate...

Audio system 190 without being connected to an externalantenna) from inside the vehicle while theengine is running. Doing so could lead to amalfunction of the vehicle’s electronicsystem, possibly resulting in an accidentand/or serious personal injury. i The functions and services available to you wh...

Audio system 191 Calls disconnected while the vehicle is in motionInterruptions to the connection may occur if R there is insufficient mobile networkcoverage. R you move from one mobile networktransmitter/receiver area (mobile networkcell) into another and no channels are freeor the cell is full. R ...

Audio system 192 the caller must also be saved in the telephonebook. Functional restrictionsYou will not be able to use the mobile phone,or you may have to wait a while, in thefollowing situations: R If the mobile phone is switched off. R If the mobile phone is not connected via theBluetooth ® inter...

Audio system 194 X Deleting digits: Briefly press button î in the audio control unit to delete one number, or press and hold button î to delete all entered numbers. X Canceling entry: Press button í in the center console ( Y page 159). Entering passcode into the mobile phone If a Bluetooth ® connect...

Audio system 195 i You cannot switch to another authorized mobile phone during a call. When you authorize a new mobile phone, it isautomatically activated. Only one mobilephone can be active at a time. X h £ Tel £ Bluetooth Phones . X Select an authorized mobile phone fromthe list. X Press n to conf...

Audio system 196 Emergency calls “911” i The “911” emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due causeis a criminal offense. i This function places a call to the local “911” provider. It does not initiate a TeleAid call. The following describes how to dial a “911”emergency call usi...

Audio system 197 Placing a “911” emergency call with the mobile phone locked i If the mobile phone is locked, you only can make an emergency call on the mobilephone itself, without the use of the audiocontrol unit. Phone book You can save telephone numbers in the audiosystem’s phone book. i These en...

Audio system 198 Symbol + indicates that an entry contains more than one phone number. You can selectthese subentries ( Y page 199). X Switching from the search speller to the list: Slide q m repeatedly. or X Select d . X Switching from the list to the search speller: Press button í . Selecting an e...

Audio system 199 Phone book list Entries with symbol 1 have additional options available, e. g. more phone numbers. X Slide q m r or rotate y m z the audio controller until the desired entry ishighlighted. X Press n to confirm and a call will be initiated. Selecting subentries X Select an entry with...

Audio system 200 Call lists The audio system displays the calls received(including missed calls) or made during phonemode in their own lists. i The particular menu item can only be selected if calls have already been receivedor made from audio system.The display of missed calls in the audiosystem di...

Audio system 201 Making calls X Press button h on the audio control unit to call up the telephone mode. When the mobile phone is ready foroperation, the display will look like this: Initiating an outgoing call Entering phone number via the audio control unitYou can enter numbers and specialcharacter...

Audio system 202 Initiating a call to a phone book entry X h £ Name . X Select entry ( Y page 198). X Press button s or n . Initiating a call to a call list entry X h £ Call Lists . X Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed . The appropriate list appears. X Select entry ( Y page 200). X Press button s...

Audio system 203 X Accepting: Press button s on audio control unit or on the multifunction steeringwheel. or X Press n . X Rejecting: Press button t on audio control unit. or X Slide o m or rotate y m z the audio controller to select Reject , and press n to confirm.The call is rejected. If you have ...

Driving systems 204 Driving systems Introduction This section describes the following drivingsystems of your vehicle: R Cruise control R Hill start assist system R All-wheel drive (4MATIC) R Dynamic handling package with sportdriving mode, Canada only The ABS, Adaptive Brake, BAS, EBP andESP ® drivi...

Driving systems 205 1 Setting current or higher speed 2 Setting current or lower speed 3 Canceling the cruise control 4 Activating the cruise control or resumingto last set speed Activating cruise control You can activate the cruise control at avehicle speed above 20 mph (30 km/h).You cannot activat...

Driving systems 206 The cruise control also switches offautomatically when R the vehicle speed falls below 20 mph(30 km/h) R the ESP ® is in operation R the ESP ® is switched off with the ESP ® switch R the ESP ® has switched off due to a malfunction R Vehicles with manual transmission: youengage ne...

Driving systems 207 Resume last stored speed G Warning! The set speed stored in memory shouldonly be set again if prevailing roadconditions and legal speed limits permit.Possible acceleration or decelerationdifferences arising from returning to thepreset speed could cause an accident and/or serious ...

Driving systems 208 G Warning! If a drive wheel is spinning due toinsufficient traction: R While driving off, apply as little throttle aspossible. R While driving, ease up on the acceleratorpedal. R Adapt your speed and driving style to theprevailing road conditions. Failure to observe these guideli...

Driving systems 209 X Press button 2 . Indicator lamp 1 comes on. The sporty suspension tuning is selected. Dependingon engine version, the accelerator pedalmay respond more immediate. In vehicleswith automatic transmission, automaticprogram mode S is selected and will be displayed in the multifunct...

Climate control system 210 Climate control system Overview of climate control system functions Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Dual-zone automatic climate control 3-zone automatic climate control Canada only Rear climate control Canada only The dual-zon...

Climate control system 211 Control panels Dual-zone automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 217) 2 ´ Climate control on/off i Switches on the climate control system. Display b comes on. ( Y page 216) 3 ...

Climate control system 213 3-zone automatic climate control Canada only Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 217) 2 U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator lamp in bu...

Climate control system 215 Rear climate control 1 Á Temperature control, raising 2 Display 3 Q Increasing air volume 4 · Decreasing air volume 5 Â Temperature control, lowering Notes on climate control system The climate control system is operationalwhenever the engine is running. You canoperate the...

Climate control system 216 Deactivating the climate control system G Warning! When the climate control system isswitched off, the outside air supply andcirculation are also switched off. Onlychoose this setting for a short time.Otherwise the windows could fog up,impairing visibility and endangering ...

Climate control system 218 Adjusting air vents G Warning! When operating the climate control, the airthat enters the passenger compartmentthrough the air vents can be very hot or verycold (depending on the set temperature).This may cause burns or frostbite tounprotected skin in the immediate area of...

Climate control system 219 ! Close the glove box air vent when heating the vehicle interior. Activate the airconditioning (cooling function) when theoutside temperature is high. Otherwise,temperature-sensitive items stored in theglove box could be damaged. 1 Thumbwheel 2 Air vent X Opening/closing: ...

Climate control system 220 corresponding symbol is shown in display b or d . Adjusting air volume X Decrease/increase: Press button · or Q . Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost thewindshield, for example if it is iced up.You can also defog the windshield and theside windows. i Keep t...

Climate control system 221 X Deactivating: Press button 3 again. The indicator lamp in the button goes out.The previous settings are once again ineffect. i To switch the maximum cooling function off, you can also press button ´ , U or y . Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to pr...

Rear window defroster 222 The residual heat is deactivatedautomatically: R when the ignition is switched on R after approximately 30 minutes R if the battery voltage drops R if the coolant temperature is too low Using driver-side settings for passenger side This feature is only available in Canadave...

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 223 Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/slidingsunroof, make sure there is no danger ofanyone being harmed by the opening/closing procedure.The tilt/sliding sunroof is equipped with theexpress operation and automatic r...

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 224 Sunroof switch 1 Raising 2 Opening 3 Closing Sunroof screen X Switch on the ignition. Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point indirection of arrow 2 . X Release the sunroof switch when thedesired position is reached. X Expr...

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 225 switch past the resistance point indirection of arrow 3 and release. X Stopping during express operation: Move the sunroof switch in any direction. Closing when the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked G Warning! Make sure that nobody can becometrapped and be seriously or e...

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel 226 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Extending and retracting the roller sunblinds The roller sunblinds only operate with the tilt/sliding panel closed. The front and rear rollersunblind cannot be operated individually. G Warning! When extending...

Loading and storing 229 X Switch on the ignition. X Pull and hold the roof panel switch indirection of arrow 3 ( Y page 227) until the roller sunblinds are fully extended. X Keep holding the roof panel switch indirection of arrow 3 for approximately 1 second. X Push and hold the roof panel switch in...

Loading and storing 230 Please pay attention to and comply with thefollowing instructions when loading thevehicle and transporting cargo: R Always place items being carried againstfront or rear seat backrests, and fastenthem as securely as possible. R The heaviest portion of the cargo shouldalways b...

Loading and storing 231 Cargo tie-down rings Vehicles with split rear seat bench areequipped with four cargo tie-down rings.Carefully secure cargo by applying even loadon all rings 1 with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo.Always follow loading instructions( Y page 229). 1 Cargo tie-...

Loading and storing 232 Folding seat backrest forward 1 Release handle X Open the trunk. X Pull on left and/or right release handle 1 . X Fully retract the head restraints( Y page 90). X If necessary, pull the driver’s and/or frontpassenger seat forward. 2 Seat backrests X Fold seat backrests 2 forw...

Loading and storing 233 Storage compartments G Warning! To help avoid personal injury during acollision or sudden maneuver, exercisecare when storing objects in the vehicle.Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible.Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than theseat backrests.Parcel nets cannot sec...

Loading and storing 234 X Opening storage compartments: Press button 1 or 2 . The armrests opens automatically to theleft and the right side. i There is a small and a large storage compartment located underneath thearmrest. The small storage compartmentcan be removed for the purpose ofemptying. X Cl...

Useful features 235 Useful features Cup holders G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids onvehicle occupants and/or vehicleequipment, only use containers that fit intothe cup holder. Use lids on open containersand do not fill containers to a height wherethe contents, especially hot liqui...

Useful features 236 Sun visors G Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visorsclosed while vehicle is in motion. Reflectedglare can endanger you and others. 1 Vanity mirror lamp 2 Mounting 3 Holder, e.g. for gas cards 4 Vanity mirror 5 Vanity mirror co...

Useful features 237 X Switch on the ignition. X Extending/Retracting: Press rear window sunshade switch 1 briefly. Ashtrays Center console ashtray G Warning! Remove front ashtray insert only withvehicle standing still. 1 Ashtray insert 2 Cover plate i A storage compartment is located under the ashtr...

Useful features 238 Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 59. G Warning! Never touch the heating element or sidesof the lighter; they are extremely hot. Holdthe knob only.Make sure any children traveling with youdo not injure themselves or start a fire withthe hot cigarette lighter. If ...

Useful features 239 Rear passenger compartment 1 Power outlet 2 Cover Compass i In order to receive an accurate reading in the interior rear view mirror, the compassmust be calibrated and the magnetic fieldzone set. 1 Interior rear view mirror 2 Compass display 3 Button X Calling up the compass: Pre...

Useful features 240 Zone map South America X Press button 3 approximately 3 seconds. The currently selected zone appears incompass display 2 . X Selecting zone: Press button 3 until the desired zone is selected.Do not press the button again until thedirection is indicated. X Compass calibration: Mak...

Useful features 241 monitoring services, connection andcellular air time. R vehicle battery power is available. R the relevant cellular phone network andGPS signals are available and pass theinformation on to the Response Center. i Location of the vehicle on a map is only possible if the vehicle is ...

Useful features 242 Once the emergency call is in progress, theindicator lamp in the SOS button will begin toflash. The message Connecting Call appears in the multifunction display and theCOMAND system is muted. When theconnection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifuncti...

Useful features 243 Carefully leave the vehicle and move to asafe location. The Response Center willautomatically contact local emergencyofficials with the vehicle’s approximatelocation if they receive an automatic SOSsignal and cannot make voice contact withthe vehicle occupants. Roadside Assistanc...

Useful features 244 Information button 1 Information button } X Press and hold Information button } for longer than 2 seconds.A call to the Customer Assistance Centerwill be initiated. The indicator lamp in theInformation button } will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call...

Useful features 245 telephone, switch it on and place the call.The navigation system (if engaged) willcontinue to run. The multifunction displayin the instrument cluster is available foruse, but spoken commands are notavailable. Remote door unlock In case you have locked your vehicleunintentionally ...

Useful features 246 that necessary cellular service and GPScoverage are available. See “Anti-theftalarm system” ( Y page 73). Garage door opener The integrated remote control can operate upto three separately controlled devicescompatible with HomeLink ® or some other systems. G Warning! Before progr...

Useful features 248 Gate operator/Canadian programmingCanadian radio-frequency laws requiretransmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit)after several seconds of transmission whichmay not be long enough for the integratedsignal transmitter to pick up the signal duringprogramming. Similar to this Canadi...

Useful features 249 approximately 20 seconds, until indicatorlamp 1 flashes rapidly. Do not hold for longer than 30 seconds.The codes of all three channels are erased. Programming tips If you are having difficulty programming theintegrated remote control, here are somehelpful tips: R Check the frequ...

Useful features 250 Floormats G Warning! Whenever you are using floormats, makesure there is enough clearance and that thefloormats are securely fastened.Floormats should always be securelyfastened using the fastening equipment.Before driving off, check that the floormatsare securely in place and ad...

The first 1000 miles (1500 km) 252 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. The first 1000 m...

At the gas station 253 At the gas station Refueling G Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable andpoisonous. It burns violently and can causeserious personal injury.Never allow sparks, flames or smokingmaterials near gasoline!Turn off the engine before refueling.Whenever you are around gasoline, avoidi...

At the gas station 254 authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or visitwww.mbusa.com (USA only). The fuel filler flap is located on the right-handside of the vehicle towards the rear.Locking/unlocking the vehicle with theSmartKey automatically locks/unlocks thefuel filler flap. i In case the central lockin...

Engine compartment 255 Engine compartment Hood G Warning! Do not pull the release lever while thevehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hoodcould be forced open by passing air flow.This could cause the hood to come looseand injure you and/or others. Opening G Warning! If you see flames or smoke coming ...

Engine compartment 257 Checking engine oil level X Open the hood ( Y page 255). 1 Oil dipstick 2 Upper (max) mark 3 Lower (min) mark X Pull out oil dipstick 1 . X Wipe oil dipstick 1 clean. X Fully insert oil dipstick 1 into the dipstick guide tube. X Pull out oil dipstick 1 again after approximatel...

Engine compartment 258 X Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. X Add engine oil as required. Be careful notto overfill with oil. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.Avoid environmental damage caused by oilentering the ground or water. ! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could c...

Engine compartment 259 The coolant level is correct if the level R for cold coolant: reaches marking bar 3 in coolant expansion tank 2 R for warm coolant: is approximately 0.6 in(1.5 cm) higher X Add coolant as required. X Replace and tighten cap 1 . For more information on coolant, see the“Technica...

Tires and wheels 260 Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerfor information on tested and recommendedrims and tires for summer and winteroperation. They can also offer adviceconcerning tire service and purchase. G Warning! Replace rims or tires with the samedesignati...

Tires and wheels 261 Tire care and maintenance G Warning! Regularly check the tires for damage.Damaged tires can cause tire inflationpressure loss. As a result, you could losecontrol of your vehicle.Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If thetire tread is worn to minimum tread depth,or if the tires ...

Tires and wheels 262 1 TWI ( Tread Wear Indicator) The treadwear indicator appears as a solidband across the tread. Storing tires ! Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible.Protect tires from contact with oil, greaseand fuels. Cleaning tires ! Never use ...

Tires and wheels 263 1 Driver’s door B-pillar Following is a discussion on how to work withthe information contained on the Tire andLoading Information placard with regards toloading your vehicle. Tire and Loading Information G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit ...

Tires and wheels 264 1 Seating capacity information on the Tireand Loading Information placard Steps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed asrequired of all manufacturers under Title 49,Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575pursuant to the “National Traffic a...

Tires and wheels 265 Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Seating configuration Occupants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (total load limit ...

Tires and wheels 266 have the loaded vehicle (including driver,passengers and all cargo and, if applicable,trailer fully loaded) weighed on a suitablecommercial scale. Trailer tongue load The tongue load of any trailer is an importantweight to measure because it affects the loadyou can carry in your...

Tires and wheels 267 1 Tire and Loading Information placard withrecommended cold tire inflationpressures The Tire and Loading Information placard liststhe recommended cold tire inflationpressures for maximum loaded vehicleweight. The tire inflation pressures listedapply to the tires installed as ori...

Tires and wheels 268 Underinflated tires can R cause excessive and uneven tire wear R adversely affect fuel economy R lead to tire failure from being overheated R adversely affect handling characteristics Overinflated tires G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflationpressures.Do not overinflate tir...

Tires and wheels 269 stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen.Then recheck the tire inflation pressurewith the tire gauge. X Install the valve cap. X Repeat this procedure for each tire. Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) While the vehicle is being driven, the Run FlatIndicator monitors the set tire...

Tires and wheels 270 applying the brakes and avoiding abruptsteering maneuvers. Restarting the Run Flat IndicatorThe Run Flat Indicator must be restarted inthe following situations: R after you have changed the tire inflationpressure R after you have replaced the wheels or tires R after you have ins...

Tires and wheels 272 replacing one or more tires or wheels onyour vehicle to ensure that the replacementor alternate tires and wheels allow theTPMS to continue to function properly. i If a condition causing the TPMS to malfunction develops, it may take up to10 minutes for the system to signal amalfu...

Tires and wheels 273 X Press button ( or & on the multifunction steering wheel to select the Service menu ( Y page 144). X Press the button $ or % on the multifunction steering wheel to select Tire Pressure . X Press button # on the multifunction steering wheel to confirm.The following message a...

Tires and wheels 274 i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration.For more information, see “Rims andtires” ( Y page 382). Tire size designation, load and speed rating 1 Tire width 2 Aspect ratio in % 3 Radial ti...

Tires and wheels 275 which may cause an accident and/orserious injury to you or others.Always replace rims and tires with the samedesignation, manufacturer and type asshown on the original part. G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loa...

Tires and wheels 276 245/40 ZR18 97Y. In this example, “97Y”is the service description. The letter “Y”designates the speed rating and the speedcapability of the tire is limited to 186 mph(300 km/h). R Any tire with a speed capability above186 mph (300 km/h) must include a “ZR”in the size designation...

Tires and wheels 277 R No specification given: absence of any text(like in above example) indicates astandard load (SL) tire. R XL or Extra Load: designates an extra load(or reinforced) tire. R Light Load: designates a light load tire. R C, D, E: designates load range associatedwith the maximum load...

Tires and wheels 278 For example, “3202” represents the 32ndweek of 2002. Maximum tire load G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loading Information placard on thedriver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tirescan overheat them, possibly...

Tires and wheels 279 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S.Government requirement designed to givedrivers consistent and reliable informationregarding tire performance. Tiremanufacturers are required to grade tiresbased on three performance factors:treadwea...

Tires and wheels 280 Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires( Y page 284) with a minimum tread depth of approximately 1 / 6 in (4 mm) on all four wheels for the winter season to ensure normalbalanced handling characteristics. Onpacked snow, they can reduce your stoppingdistance compared to summer tire...

Tires and wheels 282 Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the vehicle isdesigned to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms(150 lb). Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle attheir designated seating positions. Production options weight The combined weight of those instal...

Tires and wheels 283 Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the road. Treadwear indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars”that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm) of tread remains. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system t...

Winter driving 284 Winter driving General information Have your vehicle winterized at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. Winter tires G Warning! Winter tires with a tread depth of less than 1 / 6 in (4 mm) must be replaced. They are no longer suitable for winter operation. G Warning! If you use your...

Winter driving 285 Benz Center will be glad to advise you onthis subject. R Use of snow chains may be prohibiteddepending on location. Always check localand state laws before installing snowchains. R Do not use snow chains on the spare wheel. i When driving with snow chains, you may wish to switch o...

Driving instructions 286 Driving instructions Drive sensibly – save fuel To save fuel you should: R Keep tires at the recommended inflationpressures. R Remove unnecessary loads. R Remove roof rack when not in use. R Allow engine to warm up under low loaduse. R Avoid frequent acceleration anddecelera...

Driving instructions 287 surfaces. This may cause serious damageto the drivetrain which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Continuous or hard braking G Warning! Resting your foot on the brake pedal willcause excessive and premature wear of thebrake pads.It can also result in the br...

Driving instructions 288 that safe braking is substantially impaired.This could result in an accident. ! Vehicles with 4MATIC: Only conduct operational or performancetests on a two-axle dynamometer. If suchtests are necessary, contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. You couldotherwise seriously d...

Driving instructions 290 Driving abroad If you plan to drive the vehicle outside the U.S.or Canada, you should request dealernetwork information for your destination fromany authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Control and operation of radio transmitter Safety notes G Warning! Please do not forget that ...

Maintenance 291 Do not run the engine in confined areas(such as a garage) which are not properlyventilated. If you think that exhaust gasfumes are entering the vehicle whiledriving, have the cause determined andcorrected immediately. If you must driveunder these conditions, drive only with atleast o...

Maintenance 292 An additional number or a further letter incombination with the maintenance type canbe indicated. This indicates that furtherauxiliary maintenance work is required.Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerfor more information. Clearing the maintenance service indicator message The m...

Vehicle care 293 Such literature is available from anyauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center or directlyfrom Mercedes-Benz. ! If the maintenance service indicator was inadvertently reset, have an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center correct it.Only reset if the proper maintenanceservice has been performed. Reset...

Vehicle care 294 You should check your vehicle from time totime for stone chipping or other damage. Anydamage should be repaired as soon aspossible to prevent corrosion.In doing so, do not neglect the underbody ofthe vehicle. A prerequisite for a thoroughcheck is a washing of the underbody followedb...

Vehicle care 295 Engine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment,make sure to protect electrical componentsand connectors from contact with water andcleaning agents.Corrosion protection, such as MBAnticorrosion Wax should be applied to theengine compartment after every enginecleaning. Befor...

Vehicle care 296 ! Do not use chrome cleaner on ornamental moldings. Although ornamental moldingsmay have chrome appearance, they couldbe made of anodized aluminum that will bedamaged when cleaned with chromecleaner. Instead, use a damp cloth to cleanthose ornamental moldings.For very dirty ornament...

Vehicle care 297 Cleaning the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel The rear part of the tilt/sliding panel has aprotective layer on the inside. X Use a soft, clean cloth and a mild windowcleaning solution.An automotive glass cleaner isrecommended. ! Do not use a dry cloth, abrasives, solvents...

Vehicle care 298 X Use a standard microfiber cloth and applywith light pressure. Steering wheel and gear selector lever X Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughlyor clean with Mercedes-Benz approvedLeather Care. Carpets X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet andFabric Care for cleaning the carpets. He...

Vehicle care 299 ! Do not use solvents like tar remover or wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes asthese may be abrasive. Chrome-plated exhaust tip Regular cleaning and care of chrome-platedexhaust tips will help to maintain their shineand the classy appearance. X Use Mercedes-Benz approved ChromePoli...

301 Vehicle equipment ............................ 302Where will I find ...? .......................... 302Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 305What to do if … .................................. 336Unlocking/locking manually ........... 350Resetting activat...

Where will I find ...? 303 1 Tab 2 Removing vehicle tool kit box 3 Vehicle tool kit box cover 4 Opening vehicle tool kit box cover 5 Tab 6 Vehicle tool kit 7 Vehicle tool kit box 8 Luggage bowl X Removing vehicle tool kit box: Pull tab 1 in direction of arrow 2 and lift vehicle tool kit box 7 . X Re...

Where will I find ...? 304 you or others could be injured, as the jackis designed only for the purpose ofchanging a wheel.When using the jack, observe the safetynotes in the “Mounting the spare wheel”section and the notes on the jack. X Take the jack from the vehicle tool kit( Y page 302). Storage p...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 305 X Remove luggage bowl 2 by turning it counterclockwise. X Remove spare wheel 1 . Storing the spare wheel after use X Place spare wheel 1 into the spare wheel well ( Y page 304). X Secure spare wheel 1 by turning luggage bowl 2 clockwise ( Y pa...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 307 Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ESP Inoperative See Operator's Manual In addition, the yellow ESP ® warning lamp v comes on. The brake system is still functioningnormally but due to a ...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 309 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual The front passenger front air bag isactivated while driving even though achild, small individual, or object below thesystem’s we...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 310 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ( Y page 49) has deactivated the passenger front air bag. R the message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Opera...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 312 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution necessary check cycles and to make sureneither message appears in the multifunctiondisplay. If above conditions are met, you can occupy thepassenger seat again. Depending on thepass...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 313 Driving systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Cruise Control - - - mph One of the activation conditions for thecruise control has not been fulfilled. Forexample, you have attempted to set aspeed below 20 mph (30...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 314 Tires Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Check, Tire Pressure (Canada only) Then Restart Run Flat Indicator There has been a warning message abouta loss in the tire inflation pressure and theRun Flat Indicator was no...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 316 Symbol messages Brake Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in thereservoir. Risk of accident! X Stop the vehicle in a safe location...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 317 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) EBR, ABS, and ESP Inoperative See Operator’s Manual The brake system is still functioningnormally but due to a malfunction, theABS, the BAS, the EBP and...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 318 Safety systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution - ABS and ESP Inoperative See Operator’s Manual The brake system is still functioningnormally but due to a malfunction, theABS, the BAS, the ESP ® and the hill start ...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 320 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution = Right Side Curtain Airbag Malfunction Service Required The right window curtain air bag may notwork properly. X Drive with added caution to the nearestauthorized Mercedes-Benz Cen...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 321 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution I Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is notdetected while the engine is runningbecause there is strong radio-frequencyinterference. X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is sa...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 322 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution I Key Detected In Vehicle A SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO left in thevehicle was recognized while trying to lockthe vehicle from the outside. X Take the SmartKey out of the vehicle. I Re...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 323 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution « Power Steering Malfunction See Operator's Manual Power assistance for the steering systemis not available. A considerably higherdegree of effort is necessary to steer thevehicle. ...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 324 Engine Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution B Check Coolant Level See Operator’s Manual The coolant level is too low. X Add coolant ( Y page 258). X If you have to add coolant frequently, have thecooling system checked...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 325 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Low Stop Vehicle! Turn Engine Off The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it issafe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Only start the...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 326 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Low Stop Vehicle! Turn Engine Off The poly-V-belt could be broken. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it issafe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engag...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 327 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì The cooling fan for the coolant ismalfunctioning. X Observe the coolant temperature gauge in theinstrument cluster.If the coolant temperature is below 248‡(120†), you may continue...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 328 When the message Check Engine Oil At Next Refueling appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature, theengine oil level has dropped to approximatelythe minimum level.The message will be stored in the vehiclestatus message mem...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 329 Lamps Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Check Center Brake Lamp The high mounted brake lamp ismalfunctioning. This message will onlyappear if a critical number of LEDs havestopped working. X Contact an authorized ...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 334 Tires Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Correct Tire Pressure (USA only) The tire pressure is too low in one or moretires.orThe tire pressure of the individual tiresdiffer from each other significantly. X Check an...

What to do if … 336 What to do if … Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrumentcluster fails to come on during the bulb self- check when switching on the ignition, havethe respective bulb checked and replaced ifnecessary.When you switch on the ignition, all lamp...

What to do if … 337 Brake Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running. The ABS has detected amalfunction and switched off.The BAS, ESP ® and EBP are also switched off (see messages inmultifunction display).The brake system...

What to do if … 338 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running. The ABS is temporarily notavailable. The ESP ® , the BAS and the EBP are also unavailable.The self-diagnosis has not beencompleted yet.The brake system is st...

What to do if … 339 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) -v The red brake warning lampcomes on while driving. Inaddition, the yellow ABSmalfunction indicator lamp, andthe yellow ESP ® warning lamp come on and an acoustic warningsounds. The Electronic Br...

What to do if … 340 G Warning! Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warninglamp stays on. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system.Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling...

What to do if … 343 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions v All models, exceptC 63 AMG:The yellow ESP ® warning lamp comes on while theengine is running. The ESP ® has been switched off. Risk of accident!When the ESP ® is switched off it will not stabilize the vehicle if thesystem r...

What to do if … 345 Engine Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ± The yellow engine malfunctionindicator lamp comes on whenthe engine is running. There may be a malfunction in: R The fuel management system R The ignition system R The emission control system R Systems which affectem...

What to do if … 346 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Ì The red coolanttemperature warning lampcomes on when the engineis running. There is insufficient coolant in thereservoir.If this warning lamp comes onfrequently, there is a leak in thecooling system.If the coolant level is ...

What to do if … 347 Tires Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions H Combination low tirepressure telltale/TPMSmalfunction telltale for theTPMS illuminatescontinuously. The TPMS detects a loss ofpressure in at least one tire. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt ste...

What to do if … 348 substitute for proper tire maintenance, andit is the driver’s responsibility to maintaincorrect tire pressure, even if underinflationhas not reached the level to triggerillumination of the TPMS low tire pressuretelltale.Your vehicle has also been equipped with aTPMS malfunction i...

What to do if … 349 G Warning! If the 5/ indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight ofa typical adult or someone larger than asmall individual on the front passengerseat, do not have any passenger use thefront passenger seat until the system hasbeen repaired. Problem Possible...

Unlocking/locking manually 350 Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock thedriver’s door and the trunk using themechanical key. i Unlocking the vehicle with the mechanical key and opening the driver’sdoor or the tru...

Unlocking/locking manually 351 Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, lock it asfollows: X Close the front passenger door, the reardoors and the trunk. X Open the driver’s door. X Press the central locking switch( Y page 81). The locking knobs of the ...

Unlocking/locking manually 352 1 Fuel filler flap release X Pull fuel filler flap release 1 in direction of arrow.The fuel filler flap is unlocked. X Open the fuel filler flap ( Y page 253). Manually unlocking the gear selector lever If the vehicle’s electrical system ismalfunctioning, the gear sele...

Replacing SmartKey batteries 353 Resetting activated head restraints If the active head restraints have beentriggered in a rear-end collision, the activehead restraints must be reset.You can tell that the active head restraintshave been triggered when they have beenmoved forward and cannot be adjust...

Replacing bulbs 355 Replacing bulbs Safety notes Safe vehicle operation depends on properexterior lighting and signaling to a largedegree.Correct headlamp adjustment is extremelyimportant. Have headlamps checked andreadjusted at regular intervals and when abulb has been replaced. Contact anauthorize...

Replacing bulbs 356 Lamp Type 3 Halogen headlamp:Low beam H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenonheadlamp: Low andhigh beam 18 D1S-35 W 4 Halogen headlamp:High beam/high-beam flasher H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenonheadlamp: High-beam flasher H7 (55 W) 5 Front fog lamp H11 (55 W) Corner-illuminatingfront fog lamp H11 (55 W) 6 Side ma...

Replacing bulbs 357 of the vehicle. Only have the LEDs replacedat an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacing bulbs for front lamps X Switch off the ignition. X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M . X Open the hood ( Y page 255). 1 Bulb socket for front turn signal lamp bulb 2 Housing cove...

Replacing bulbs 358 Front turn signal lamp bulb 1 Mark 2 Handle 3 Bulb socket X Turn bulb socket 3 with handle 2 counterclockwise and remove it. X Pull bulb out of bulb socket 3 . X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket 3 until the bulb engages. X Place bulb socket 3 back into the housing. Hand...

Replacing wiper blades 359 Bulb carrier 3 Side marker lamp 4 Rear fog lamp (driver’s side only), sidemarker lamp 5 Backup lamp 6 Tail lamp, brake lamp 7 Tail lamp, brake lamp, parking andstanding lamp 8 Turn signal lamp Side marker lamp X Turn the bulb socket on backside of taillamp unit countercloc...

Flat tire 360 Do not allow a wiper arm to contact thewindshield glass without a wiper bladeinserted.Mercedes-Benz recommends that you havethis work carried out at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. Removing wiper blades ! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts. They could tear. X Fold the wiper arm ...

Flat tire 361 Preparing the vehicle X Park the vehicle in a safe distance frommoving traffic on a hard, flat surface whenpossible. X Turn on the hazard warning flasher. X Turn the steering wheel so that the frontwheels are in a straight-ahead position. X Engage the parking brake. X Shift the automat...

Flat tire 363 the side, even if the vehicle is parked on anincline. X Turn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 is fully seated in take-up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground. X Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is amaximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Removing the wheel X Unscrew a...

Battery 364 1 – 5 Wheel bolts X Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly,following the diagonal sequence illustrated( 1 to 5 ), until all bolts are tight. Observe a tightening torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm). G Warning! Have the tightening torque checked afterchanging a wheel. The wheels could comeloose if t...

Battery 365 Battery acid is caustic. Donot allow it to come intocontact with skin, eyes orclothing.Wear suitable protectiveclothing, especiallygloves, apron andfaceguard.Wear eye protection.Rinse any acid spillsimmediately with clearwater. Contact aphysician if necessary.Keep children away. Follow t...

Jump starting 366 electronic components could be severelydamaged.Have the battery checked regularly at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Refer to Maintenance Booklet formaintenance intervals or contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center forfurther information. i After battery power was interrupted, d...

Jump starting 367 transmission which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Jump starting should only be performed using the jump-start terminals located inthe engine compartment.Avoid repeated and lengthy startingattempts.Do not attempt to start the engine using abattery quick-charg...

Towing the vehicle 368 3 Positive terminal 4 Negative terminal 5 Negative terminal of charged battery ! Never invert the terminal connections! X Connect positive terminal 1 of the charged battery with positive terminal 3 with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable topositive terminal 1 of the charged batte...

Towing the vehicle 369 which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. R Do not tow with sling-type equipment.Towing with sling-type equipment overbumpy roads will damage radiator andsupports. R Towing of the vehicle should only bedone using the properly installed towingeye bolt. Never a...

Towing the vehicle 370 X Press mark on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover 1 off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. Fixing towing eye bolt 1 Towing eye bolt X Take the towing eye bolt and the wheelwrench from the vehicle tool kit. X Screw towing eye bolt 1 clockwise int...

Towing the vehicle 371 ! The vehicle may be towed only for distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at aspeed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h). i To signal turns while being towed with the hazard warning flasher in use you canactivate the combination switch for the leftor right turn signal in the usual ma...

Fuses 372 Fuses Introduction The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve toswitch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the components andsystems secured by that fuse will stopoperating. G Warning! Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benzwith the specified amperage for the systemin qu...

Fuses 373 moisture or dirt from entering the fuse boxand possibly impairing fuse operation. Fuse box in trunk 1 Lock 2 Cover X Open the trunk. X Opening: Turn lock 1 clockwise. X Pull cover 2 downward in direction of arrow. X Closing: Press cover 2 backward. X Turn lock 1 counterclockwise. Fuse box ...

375 Vehicle equipment ............................ 376Parts service ..................................... 376Warranty coverage ........................... 376Identification labels .......................... 377Engine ................................................ 379Rims and tires ...................

Warranty coverage 376 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Parts service All authorized ...

Identification labels 377 Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center arrange for areplacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s doorB-pillar) T...

Engine 380 Model C 230 (204.052) 19,20 C 230 Sport (204.052) 19,20 C 230 4MATIC (204.085) 19,20 C 230 4MATIC Sport (204.085) 19,20 C 300 (204.054) 19 C 300 Sport (204.054) 19,21 C 300 4MATIC (204.081) 19 C 300 4MATIC Sport (204.081) 19,21 Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-4-3-6-2-5 Poly-V-belt 2 404 mm 2 4...

Rims and tires 382 Rims and tires Notes ! Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tiresapproved by Mercedes-Benz are developedto provide best possible performance inconjunction with the driving safety systemson your vehicle such as the ABS or theESP ® . Tires specially d...

Rims and tires 383 Same size tires Model C 230 27 C 230 4MATIC 27 C 300 28 C 300 4MATIC 28 C 350 27 C 350 4MATIC 27 C 63 AMG Rims (light alloy) 7 J x 16 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2 7.5 J x 17 H2 8 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.69 in (43 mm) 1.85 in (47 mm) 1.85 in (47 mm) 1.77 in (45 mm) All-season tires 29 205/55 ...

Rims and tires 384 Mixed size tires Model C 230 Sport 31 C 230 4MATIC Sport 31 C 300 31 C 300 Sport 32 C 300 4MATIC 31 C 300 4MATIC Sport 32 C 350 31 C 350 Sport 32 C 350 4MATIC 31 Front axle Rims (light alloy) 7.5 J x 17 H2 — AMG rims (light alloy) — 7.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset 1.85 in (47 mm) 1.85 ...

Electrical system 387 Electrical system Model All models except C 63 AMG C 63 AMG Alternator 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/1.7 kW Battery 12 V/74 Ah 12 V/95 Ah Spark plugs Type Bosch Y 7 MPP33 NGK ILZKAR 7A10 Electrode gap 0.031 in (0.8 mm) 0.039 in (1.0 mm) Tightening torque ...

Main dimensions 388 Main dimensions Model C 230 41 C 300 42 C 230 4MATIC 41 C 300 4MATIC 42 Overall vehicle length 180.4 in (4 581 mm) 180.4 in (4 581 mm) Overall vehicle width, exterior rear view mirrors folded out 79.5 in (2 020 mm) 79.5 in (2 020 mm) Overall vehicle height 56.9 in (1 444 mm) 56.9...

Weights 390 Weights Model All models Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Technical data

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 391 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respectivelubricants must match. Therefore only useproducts tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. For information on tested and approvedproducts, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center o...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 394 Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for theirsuitability in our engines and durability for ourservice intervals. Therefore, only useapproved engine oils and oil filters requiredfor vehicles with Maintenance System.For a listing of approved en...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 395 Engine oil additives ! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage ormalfunctions resulting from blending oiladditives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Air conditioning refrigerant R134a (HFC) refrigerant a...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 396 Fuel requirements Only use premium unleaded gasoline. Theoctane number (posted at the pump) must be91 min. It is an average of both the ResearchOctane Number (RON) and the Motor OctaneNumber (MON): (RON+MON)/2. This is alsoknown as the ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.Reformulat...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 398 ! Add premixed coolant solution only. Adding water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze separately from each other,could cause engine damage not covered bythe Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -35‡(-37†), the boiling point...

Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center hastrained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.For expert advice and quality service, contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.If you are interested in obtaining serviceliterature for your vehicle, ...