Mercedes-Benz 2003 C 320 Manuel de l'opérateur

C240C 240 4MATICC320C 320 4MATICS203 MY03_A.book Page 1 Tuesday, January 28, 2003 2:22 PM

16IntroductionOperating safetyOperating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following inf

106Controls in detailInstrument clusterOutside temperature indicator The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location,

107Controls in detailControl systemControl systemThe control system is activated as soon as the key in the starter switch is turned to position 1. The

108Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

109Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar-ranged in a circular pattern.앫

110Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table on the next page provides an overview o

111Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7Standard display AUDIO NAVI* Malfuncti

112Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuYou can select the functions in the stan-dard display menu with buttonk orj.The following func

113Controls in detailControl systemSelect radio station왘 Turn on the radio (컄 page 162) Vehi-cles with COMAND*: Refer to separate operating instructio

114Controls in detailControl systemOperate the cassette player왘 Turn on the radio and select the cas-sette player (컄 page 170) Vehicles with COMAND*:

115Controls in detailControl systemMalfunction memory menuUse the malfunction memory menu to scan malfunction and warning messages that may be stored

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicleProblems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you beli

116Controls in detailControl systemSettings menuIn the SETTINGS menu there are two func-tions:앫 The function RESET TO FACTORY SET-TINGS, with which yo

117Controls in detailControl systemResetting the functions of a submenuFor each submenu you can reset all the functions to the factory settings.왘 Move

118Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the INSTRU-MENT CLUSTER

119Controls in detailControl systemSelecting time display mode왘 Move the selection marker with theæ or ç button to the IN-STRUMENT CLUSTER submenu.왘 P

120Controls in detailControl systemSelecting language왘 Move the selection marker with theæ or ç button to the IN-STRUMENT CLUSTER submenu.왘 Press butt

121Controls in detailControl systemLighting submenuAccess the LIGHTING submenu via the SET-TINGS menu. Use the LIGHTING submenu to change the lamp and

122Controls in detailControl systemSetting locator lightingDuring darkness, the following lamps will come on when the exterior lamp switch is in posit

123Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with theæ or ç button to the LIGHT-ING submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until y

124Controls in detailControl systemInterior lighting delayed shut-offUse this function to set whether and for how long you would like the interior lig

125Controls in detailControl systemSetting station selection modeUse the PRESS BUTTON IN AUDIO MODE function to select the manual or memory station se

18IntroductionReporting safety defectsReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Titl

126Controls in detailControl systemConvenience submenuAccess the CONVENIENCE submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the CONVENIENCE sub-menu to change the

127Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with theæ or ç button to the CONVE-NIENCE submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly unti

128Controls in detailControl systemSetting parking position for exterior rear view mirrorUse the MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING function to select whethe

129Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics after start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Tri

130Controls in detailControl systemResetting fuel consumption statistics왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip

131Controls in detailControl systemTEL menu*You can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-f

132Controls in detailControl systemAnswering a callWhen your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answer a call at any time. In the display yo

133Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button í.The system dials the selected phone number.앫 If connection is successful, the name of the party yo

134Controls in detailManual transmissionManual transmissionInformation for driving with a manual transmission is found in the “Getting start-ed” secti

135Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Automatic transmission*Information for driving with an automatic transmission is found in the “Getting sta

19At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panelS203 MY03_A.book Page 19 Tue

136Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*One-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears yourself when the sele

137Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gear rangesWith the selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by pressing

138Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gear selector lever positionEffectP Park position Selector position when the vehicle is parked. Only place

139Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Program mode selector switch1 Program mode selector switchS Standard For regular drivingW Winter For winte

140Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Accelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmis-sion’s shifting behavior:Less throttle Earl

141Controls in detailGood visibilityGood visibilityInformation on the windshield wipers (컄 page 48) and for setting the rear view mirrors (컄 page 39)

142Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

143Controls in detailGood visibilityHeadlamp cleaning system*The switch is located on the left side of the dashboard.1 Headlamp washer switch왘 Switch

144Controls in detailClimate controlClimate controlS203 MY03_A.book Page 144 Tuesday, January 28, 2003 2:22 PM

145Controls in detailClimate controlClimate control panelThe storage compartment between the front seats can be ventilated (컄 page 150).Information ab

20At a glanceCockpitCockpitS203 MY03_A.book Page 20 Tuesday, January 28, 2003 2:22 PM

146Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control is operational whenev-er the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in

147Controls in detailClimate controlAdjusting air distribution and volumeUse the air distribution control 4 (컄 page 145) to adjust the air distributio

148Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 145).The indicator lamp on the button goes out. Defrosting is turned off.Air

149Controls in detailClimate controlRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimu

150Controls in detailClimate controlAir conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior air to the

151Controls in detailClimate controlOpening the air vent왘 Raise lever 1.Closing the air vent왘 Lower lever 1.Rear passenger compartment adjustable air

152Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Automatic climate control*S203 MY03_A.book Page 152 Tuesday, January 28, 2003 2:22 PM

153Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Automatic climate control panelItem1 Air volume control for left center air vent2 Left center air vent,

154Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*The automatic climate control is operation-al whenever the engine is running. You can operate the clima

155Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Adjusting air distributionUse air distribution controls 2 and 5 (컄 page 153) to separately adjust the a

21At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Combination switch앫 Turn signals 47앫 Windshield wipers 48앫 High beam 472 Cruise control lever 1903 Instrument cluster 2

156Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Maximum cooling MAXCOOLIf the left and right air distribution controls as well as the airflow volume co

157Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Deactivating왘 Press button O (컄 page 153).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The air recirculati

158Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Deactivating왘 Press button e (컄 page 153).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The automatic air r

159Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Air conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior

160Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*The residual heat is automatically turned off:앫 when the ignition is switched on앫 after about 30 minute

161Controls in detailAudio systemAudio systemAudio and telephone, operationThese instructions are intended to help you become acquainted with your Mer

162Controls in detailAudio systemOperating and display elementsS203 MY03_A.book Page 162 Tuesday, January 28, 2003 2:22 PM

163Controls in detailAudio systemItem Page1 CD mode selector 1742 Manual tuning(radio)168Fast forward/reverse (cassette, CD)172,176Speed dialing memor

164Controls in detailAudio systemButton and soft key operationIn these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right side of radio face) and the funct

165Controls in detailAudio systemBass왘 In radio, cassette and CD mode, press the AUD key repeatedly until BASS ap-pears on the display.왘 Press the + o

22At a glanceInstrument clusterInstrument clusterS203 MY03_A.book Page 22 Tuesday, January 28, 2003 2:22 PM

166Controls in detailAudio systemBalance왘 In radio, cassette and CD mode, press the AUD key repeatedly until BALANCE appears on the display.왘 Press th

167Controls in detailAudio systemYou can select from among the follow-ing settings:앫DRV: The tone level is set to the “Driver” position, sound is dire

168Controls in detailAudio systemDirect frequency input (AM and FM only)Select the desired frequency band.왘 Press the “ button.왘 Enter the desired fre

169Controls in detailAudio systemScan tuning앫 Starting scan tuning왘 Select the desired frequency band.왘 Press the 2 button.SC will appear on the displ

170Controls in detailAudio systemWeather band왘 Press the WB key.The last weather band station is tuned in.왘 Select the desired weather band sta-tion w

171Controls in detailAudio systemCassette eject왘 Press the eject button Ø.The display will fold down and the cas-sette will be ejected. The system wil

172Controls in detailAudio systemScanning왘 Press the 2 button.SC will appear on the display.Each track on the cassette will be played briefly in ascen

173Controls in detailAudio systemSkipping blank sections (skip blank)Switching on the skip blank function왘 Press the SB key.SB appears on the display

174Controls in detailAudio systemCD changer* operating modeGeneral notesShould excessively high temperatures oc-cur while in CD mode, CD TEMP HIGH wil

175Controls in detailAudio system1 CD2 CD changer3 CD tray4 CD magazine왘 Remove the magazine and pull the CD tray fully out.왘 Place the CD in the rece

23At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 Left turn signal indicator lamp2 Speedometer3 Right turn signal indicator lamp4 Fuel gauge with:Fuel reserve

176Controls in detailAudio systemSkipping tracks forward/backwardSkipping tracks forward:왘 Press the f button.The next track will be played.Skipping t

177Controls in detailAudio systemRandom playThe random play function (RDM) plays the tracks on the current CD in random order.Switching on random play

178Controls in detailAudio systemTelephone* operationVarious car telephone functions and oper-ating steps for the car telephone can be performed and d

179Controls in detailAudio systemTelephone bookThe numbers stored in the telephone book can be called up by either name or number.Calling up the telep

180Controls in detailAudio systemSearching and selecting telephone book entries by number왘 Press the NUM key.The current number is marked in the displ

181Controls in detailAudio systemSpeed dialing왘 Input the desired entry number using the number keys 1 to 0. A maximum of 2 digits can be entered.If n

182Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming callAccepting an incoming call in telephone modeWith an incoming call, a ringing tone can be he

183Controls in detailAudio systemCall waitingIf you receive another call during an al-ready active call, you can accept the sec-ond call and switch be

184Controls in detailPower windowsPower windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches for

185Controls in detailPower windowsClosing the windows왘 Pull on switch.The window will move upwards until you release the switch.If you pull and hold t

24At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display in speedometer107Operating control sys-tem1082 S

186Controls in detailPower windowsOpening and closing the windows with the SmartKeyThe sliding/pop-up roof will also be opened or closed when the powe

187Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*Sliding/pop-up roof*Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up roof1 Push back to slide roof open2 Push forward t

188Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*Stopping the sliding/pop-up roof왘 Move the switch in any direction.If the movement of the sliding/pop-up roof

189Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*Opening왘 Press and hold button Œ after un-locking the vehicle.The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to op

190Controls in detailDriving systemsDriving systemsThe driving system of your vehicle is de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control, with whic

191Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at previously set speedSa

192Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting stored speed (“Resume” function)왘 Briefly push the cruise control lever to position 4.The cruise control w

193Controls in detailLoadingLoadingRoof rack*Attach the roof rack only to the roof rails.Ski sack*Unfolding and loading왘 Fold armrest down (arrow).왘 S

194Controls in detailLoading왘 Open flap in cargo compartment by pulling handle 3.왘 From cargo compartment, slide skis into ski sack.왘 Wrap strap 4 aro

195Controls in detailLoading왘 Connect snap hook 6 of front strap to eye 7 located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench.Unloading and folding왘

25At a glanceCenter consoleCenter consoleUpper partItem Page1 Seat heater*, driver’s side 942 Rear window wiper/washer493 ESP control switch 774 Hazar

196Controls in detailLoadingRemoval of ski sackFor removal of the ski sack we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Parcel net

197Controls in detailLoadingStorage compartment under cargo compartment floorTo open cargo compartment floor왘 Press handle 1 on the recess.왘 Lift comp

198Controls in detailLoadingPartition net with rear seats folded down1 Tab2 Eyelets on roof왘 Pull out upper blind (safety net) by tabs 1 until it enga

199Controls in detailLoadingInstalling왘 Fold split rear bench seat forward.왘 Place twin-reel roller blind 1 into right and left guide rails 2.왘 Slide

200Controls in detailLoading왘 Pull release handle 4 on the left or right backrest as required.왘 Fold the rear seat backrests 5 forward.Folding the bac

201Controls in detailLoadingLoading instructionsThe total load weight including vehicle oc-cupants and luggage/cargo should not ex-ceed the vehicle ca

202Controls in detailLoadingCargo tie-down rings Four rings 1 are located in the cargo com-partment.왘 Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on

203Controls in detailUseful featuresUseful featuresInterior storage spaces Glove box1 Glove box lid release2 Glove boxOpening the glove box왘 Pull lid

204Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in front seat armrest Opening cup holder왘 Slide cover 1 rearward.왘 Push button 2.The cup holder opens a

205Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in rear seat armrestOpening cup holder왘 Push front of sliding compartment 1.The cup holder slides out.C

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

26At a glanceCenter consoleLower PartItem Page1 Ashtray 2072 Selector lever for automat-ic transmission*138Gearshift lever for manual transmission1343

206Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest storage spacesOpening compartment in armrest왘 Lift armrest by handle 1.Opening compartment under armrest왘

207Controls in detailUseful featuresAshtraysCenter console ashtrayOpening ashtray왘 Briefly touch cover plate 1.The ashtray opens automatically.Removin

208Controls in detailUseful featuresCigarette lighter1 Cigarette lighter2 Cover왘 Turn key in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.왘 Slide cover 2 rea

209Controls in detailUseful featuresTelephone*Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside th

210Controls in detailUseful featuresTele Aid* The Tele Aid system(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types

211Controls in detailUseful featuresSystem self-checkInitially, after turning the key in starter switch to position 2, malfunctions are de-tected and

212Controls in detailUseful featurestion display. All information relevant to the emergency, such as the location of the ve-hicle (determined by the G

213Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

214Controls in detailUseful featuressystem mutes and the message TELE AID – ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CALL ACTIVE ap-pears in the multifunction display.왘 De

215Controls in detailUseful featureslished. When a voice connection is estab-lished the audio system mutes and the message TELE AID – INFO CALL ACTIVE

27At a glanceOverhead control panelOverhead control panelItem Page1 Rear interior lighting on/off1022 Sliding/pop-up roof* 1873 Right reading lamp on/

216Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade signalsThe Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority.앫 Automatic emergency – First prio

217Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. key inside vehicle), and the reserve

218Controls in detailUseful featuresGarage door openerThe built-in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled objects.1

219Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the in-tegrated remote control왘 Turn key in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.왘 H

220Controls in detailUseful featuresCanadian programmingDuring programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop trans-mitting. 왘 Continu

221OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

222OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)In the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for you

223OperationDriving instructionsDriving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and oper

224OperationDriving instructionsBrakes To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advi

225OperationDriving instructionsAfter hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so that the air stream

28At a glanceDoor control panelDoor control panelItem Page1 Door handle 882 Memory function* (for storing seat, mirror and steering wheel settings)953

226OperationDriving instructionsTiresTread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfe

227OperationDriving instructionsTire tractionThe safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.You should pay parti

228OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

229OperationDriving instructionsStanding water Passenger compartment Driving abroadAbroad, there is a widely-spread Mercedes-Benz service network at y

230OperationDriving instructionsControl and operation of radio trans-mitterCOMAND*, radio and telephone*Telephones* and two-way radiosRadio transmitte

231OperationDriving instructionsEmission controlCertain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissib

232OperationAt the gas stationAt the gas stationThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking/unlock

233OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long trip1 Coolant levelMore information on the coolant level can be found in the “Operatio

234OperationEngine compartmentEngine compartmentHoodOpening1 Hood release왘 Pull lever 1 downwards.The hood is unlocked.2 Handle for opening the hood왘

235OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of ap-proximately 1ft (30cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure th

29Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and lockingS203 MY03_A.book Page 29 Tuesday, January 28, 2003 2:22 PM

236OperationEngine compartmentYou can check the engine oil level on the multifunction display.왘 Turn the key in the starter switch to position 2.The s

237OperationEngine compartment왘 Screw the cap back on the filler neck. Other display messagesIf there is excessive engine oil with the en-gine at norm

238OperationEngine compartmentCoolant levelThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehi

239OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located in the en-gine compartment.The battery should always be sufficiently charged in

240OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning systemFluid for the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning sy

241OperationTires and wheelsTires and wheelsSee your authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-ter for information on tested and recom-mended rims and tires for su

242OperationTires and wheelsLife of tireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to:앫 Driving style앫 Tir

243OperationTires and wheelsTire pressure changes by approximately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when

244OperationWinter drivingWinter drivingBefore the onset of winter have your vehi-cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service i

245OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heat-er.The electrical cable may be installed at your authoriz

30Getting startedUnlockingThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners s

246OperationMaintenanceMaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance wit

247OperationMaintenanceCalling up the service indicator왘 Switch ignition on.The standard display of the control sys-tem appears (컄 page 112).왘 Press b

248OperationVehicle careVehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying extern

249OperationVehicle careScratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired wit

250OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the in

251OperationVehicle careWiper bladesClean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution.Window cleaningUse a window cleaning solut

252OperationVehicle careHard plastic trim itemsPour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure.Headl

253Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing bulbsReplacing wiper

254Practical hintsWhat to do if …What to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to light up

255Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution- The yellow ABS malfunction indi-cator lamp comes on while driv-ing.The ABS

31Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsStarter switch0 For removing keyThe steering is locked when the key is removed from the starter swit

256Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution1 The red SRS indicator lamp lights up while driving.There is a malfunction

257Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution3 ;(Canada only)(USA only)The red brake warning lamp lights up while driving

258Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution? The yellow “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator lamp comes on while drivin

259Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause Suggested solution7 The indicator lamp lights up. A BabySmartTM child se

260Practical hintsWhat to do if …Messages in the displayThe control system shows warning and malfunction messages in the multifunction display.Certain

261Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution-ABS SYSTEMVISIT WORKSHOP!The ABS has detected a malfunction and has switche

262Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solutionBASBRAKE ASSISTNOT AVAILABLE!The charging voltage has fallen below 10 volts

263Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution#BATTERY/ALTERNATORVISIT WORKSHOP!The battery was charged with a battery cha

264Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution3 (Canada only); (USA only)BRAKE FLUIDVISIT WORKSHOP!There is insufficient b

265Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solutionB COOLANTCHECK LEVEL!The coolant level is too low. 왘 Add coolant (컄 page 238

32Getting startedAdjustingAdjustingSeatsThe seats can be adjusted either manually or electrically, depending on the vehicle’s equipment.Warning! GAll

266Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 120°C.Dis

267Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solutionÏ COOLANTSTOP, ENGINE OFF!The poly-V-belt could be broken. 왘 Stop immediatel

268Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solutionJ DOOR OPEN!You are attempting to drive with one or more doors open.왘 Close

269Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solutionESPESPNOT AVAILABLE!The charging voltage has fallen below 10 volts and the E

270Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution: ENGINE OIL LEVELSTOP, ENGINE OFF!There is no oil in the engine. There is a

271Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the ENGINE OIL LEVEL – CHECK LEV-EL! message appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature, t

272Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution. LOW BEAM, LCHECK LAMP!The left low beam lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Visit an

273Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution. TURN SIGNAL LFCHECK LAMP!The left front turn signal lamp is malfunc-tionin

274Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution. LICENSE PLATE LAMP, LCHECK LAMP! The left license plate lamp is malfunctio

275Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution. TAIL LAMP, RCHECK LAMP! SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON! The right tail lamp is malfunc

33Getting startedAdjustingManual seat1 Seat fore and aft adjustment2 Seat cushion tilt3 Backrest tilt4 Seat heightSeat fore and aft adjustment왘 Lift h

276Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution<DRIVER’S SEAT BELTFASTEN SEAT BELT!The display reminds you and your pas-

277Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solutionL TELE AIDVISIT WORKSHOP! One or more main functions of the Tele Aid* system

278Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause Suggested solution# UNDERVOLTAGEENGINE ON!The battery has insufficient voltage and can no long

279Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Where will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is stored in the cargo com-partment behind the left trim

280Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?The following is included in the vehicle tool kit 3:앫 Towing eye bolt앫 Wheel wrench앫 Alignment bolt앫 Vehicle j

281Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Spare wheelYour vehicle is equipped with either a spare wheel with full size tire or a Mini-spare wheel. Full

282Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Spare wheel bolts1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rimsWheel bo

283Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?3 Arrow4 Minispare wheel5 Luggage bowl왘 Remove luggage bowl 5.왘 Remove Minispare wheel 4.Storing the Minispare

284Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Minispare wheel bolts1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims!Whe

285Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleUnlocking the driver’s doorIf you are unable

34Getting startedAdjusting1 Release knob왘 Manually adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward. To lower the head restraint, push rel

286Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the tailgateIf you are unable to unlock the tailgate with the key, you can use the emerge

287Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyChanging batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey are dis-charged, the vehicle can no longer be lo

288Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왘 Remove mechanical key 1 (컄 page 285).왘 Insert mechanical key 1 in side open-ing and push gray sli

289Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyManually unlocking the transmission selector leverIn the case of power failure the transmis-sion se

290Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencySliding/pop-up roofThe sliding/pop-up roof drive is located behind the

291Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왘 Turn crank 3 counterclockwise to:앫 slide roof open앫 lower roof at the rearThe sliding/pop-up roof m

292Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential t

293Practical hintsReplacing bulbsRear lamps Notes on bulb replacement 앫 Use only 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating.앫 S

294Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps Halogen headlamps1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp2 Headlamp cover for high beam hea

295Practical hintsReplacing bulbsParking and standing lamp bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 234).왘 Press the clamp and remove headl

35Getting startedAdjustingSeat height왘 Press the switch up or down in the di-rection of arrow 2.Seat cushion tilt왘 Press the switch up or down in the

296Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Twist bayonet socket 5 counterclock-wise to the stop (do not remove).왘 Pull the bulb out of the socket.왘 Insert the

297Practical hintsReplacing bulbsSide marker lamp bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Carefully slide lamp towards rear.왘 Remove front end first.왘 Twist bul

298Practical hintsReplacing bulbs4 Brake lamp5 Turn signal lamp6 Backup lamp7 Rear fog lamp (driver’s side)/tail lamp, parking, standing and side mark

299Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesReplacing wiper bladesRemoving왘 Fold the wiper arm forward.왘 Press safety tab 2 down.왘 Push wiper blade 1 down

300Practical hintsFlat tireFlat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving traffic on a hard surface.왘 Turn on the haz

301Practical hintsFlat tireWheel cover on vehicles with steel rims (Canada only)왘 On wheel to be changed, remove wheel cover by reaching into two open

302Practical hintsFlat tireRemoving the wheel1 Alignment bolt왘 Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and re-move.왘 Replace this wheel bolt with the align-ment

303Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.Minispare wheelIn the case of a flat tire, you m

304Practical hintsFlat tireLowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning crank coun-terclockwise until vehicle is resting ful-ly on its own weight.왘

305Practical hintsBatteryBatteryThe battery is located in the engine com-partment on the right hand side.Removal of filter box:왘 Release the three cla

9Product informationIntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using Mercedes-Benz orig-inal p

36Getting startedAdjustingFolding head restraints back1 Lock button왘 Push lock button 1.The head restraints will fold backward.Placing head restraints

306Practical hintsBatteryDisconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 234).왘 Remove the filter box.왘 Disconnec

307Practical hintsBatteryReconnecting the batteries왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Connect the positive lead and fasten its cover 2.왘 Connect th

308Practical hintsJump startingJump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another veh

309Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located in the engine com-partment on the right hand side. The termi-nals for jump starting are located

310Practical hintsTowing the vehicleTowing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using fl

311Practical hintsTowing the vehicle!To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the drive train, however, we recommend the drive shaft be disco

312Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GWith the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the braking and steer-ing systems. In this

313Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye bolt1 Cover on right side of front bumper.2 Cover on right side of rear bumper.To remove cov

314Practical hintsFusesFusesFuse box in passenger compartmentOpening왘 Pull cover 1 open with a screw driver or similar tool.왘 Remove cover rearward.Cl

315Practical hintsFusesOpening fuse box4 Fuse box cover5 Clamps왘 Release clamps 5.왘 Remove cover 4.Closing fuse box왘 Ensure that the sealing rubber is

37Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel Steering wheel adjustment, manual1 Release handle2 Steering column, lengthen or shorten3 Steering column, hei

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317Technical dataSpare parts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and TiresElectrical systemMain Dimensi

318Technical dataSpare parts serviceThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Spare parts serviceAll authori

319Technical dataWarranty coverageWarranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

320Technical dataIdentification labelsIdentification labels1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Information label, California

321Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveLayout of poly-V-belt driveC240, C3201 Idler pulley2 Automatic belt tensioner3 Power steering pump4 Air co

322Technical dataEngineEngineModel C 240 (203.261)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the

323Technical dataRims and TiresRims and TiresUse only tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved b

324Technical dataRims and TiresSpare wheelYour vehicle is equipped with either a spare wheel with full size tire or a Mini-spare wheel.Spare wheel wit

325Technical dataElectrical systemElectrical systemModel C 240 C 320C 240 4MATIC C 320 4MATICGenerator (alternator) 14 V/120 A 14 V/120 AStarter motor

38Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel adjustment, electrical*The stalk is located on the steering column (lower left).1 Steering column, lengthen o

326Technical dataMain DimensionsMain DimensionsModel C 240 C 240 4MATICC 320 C 320 4MATICOverall vehicle length 178.9 in (4543 mm) 178.9 in (4543 mm)O

327Technical dataWeightsWeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)S203 MY03_A.book Page 327 Tuesday, January 28, 2003 2:22 PM

328Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respective lubricants must mat

329Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Fuel tankincluding a reserve of16.4 US gal (62.0 l)2.1

330Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, use o

331Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirementsUse only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439:앫 Th

332Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Gasoline additivesA major concern among engine manufac-turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso-line.

333Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.앫 Ignition is off during refill.앫 Immediately after refueling engine is started and operated for at l

334Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro-vides:앫 Corr

335Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of alumi-num parts. The use of aluminum compo-

39Getting startedAdjustingExterior rear view mirror The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.1 Driver’s side mirror2 Adjustment button3

336Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Windshield and headlamp washer systemBoth the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied fro

337Technical dataConsumer informationConsumer informationThe following text is published as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars un-der Tit

338Technical dataConsumer informationTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the gene

339Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.Alignmen

340Technical termsCOMAND*(Cockpit Management and Data Sys-tem)Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including

341Technical termsInstrument clusterThe displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, including the tachometer, speedometer, e

342Technical termsPower trainCollective term designating all compo-nents used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, includ-ing앫 en

343Technical termsTele Aid* System(Telematic Alarm Identification on De-mand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and ma

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345IndexAABS 23, 73, 339ABS control 74Malfunction indicator lamp 255Messages in display 261Warning lamp 255Accelerator position, automatic transmissio

40Getting startedDrivingDrivingFastening the seat beltWarning GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or carpets

346IndexAir volumeAdjusting 147, 155AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 259Airbags 57BabySmartTM deactivation system 67Children 58Front 60Passenger 60Safety gui

347IndexGear shifting malfunctions 140Kickdown 140Manual shifting 136One-touch gearshifting 136Program mode selector switch 139Selector lever position

348IndexButtonAudio system 164CCAC (Customer assistance center) 339CaliforniaImportant notice 11Calling upRange (distance to empty) 130Service indicat

349IndexMB Tex upholstery 252Plastic and rubber parts 252Seat belts 252Steering wheel 251Windows 251Windshield 49Wiper blades 251Climate control 144Ad

350IndexDriving uphill 191Fine adjustment 192Saving current speed 191Setting speeds 192Cruise control lever 190Cruising range, fuel 333Cup holderClean

351IndexDownhill drivingCruise control 191Downshifting 134, 136Drink holder see Cup holder 204Drinking and driving 223DrivingGeneral instructions 40,

352IndexChecking level 235Consumption 235Display messages 270Filler neck 236Messages in display 237, 270Viscosity 340Engine oil level see Oil level 23

353IndexReserve warning 23Switching (Flexible fuel vehicle) 332Technical data 328Fuel additives 332Fuel consumption statisticsAfter start 129Since las

354IndexHeadlamp cleaning system 240Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, exterior lampsHeadlampsAutomatic control 99Bi-Xenon type*Replacing b

355IndexOperating 220Rolling code programming 219Interior lighting 102Activating automatic control 102Deactivating automatic control 102Delayed shut-o

41Getting startedDriving1 Latch plate2 Buckle3 Release buttonA child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restr

356IndexLicense plate lampsMessages in display 274Replacing bulbs 293, 298Light alloy wheelsCleaning 251Technical data 323Light sensor 271Lighter see

357IndexManual seatAdjusting 33Adjusting backrest tilt 33Adjusting head restraint height 33Adjusting head restraint tilt 34Adjusting seat cushion tilt

358IndexTailgate 277Tele Aid* 277Telephone* 277Washer fluid 278Multifunction steering wheel 24, 108, 341Buttons 108NNavigation systemOperating 114See

359IndexOverhead control panel 27PPaintwork 249Panic alarm 72Panic button on SmartKey 72Parcel netIn cargo compartment 196In front passenger footwell

360IndexVehicle tool kit 279Premium unleaded gasoline 331ProblemsWhile driving 50With vehicle 17Product information 9Program mode selector switchAutom

361IndexReplacingBackup lamp bulbs 297Brake lamp bulbs 297Bulbs 292Front lamp bulbs 294Front turn signal bulbs 294, 295Fuses 315High beam bulbs 294Hig

362IndexSeats 90Adjusting 32Easy entry/exit feature 90Heater 94Manual 33Multicontour seat 93Power seats 34Rapid seat heating 94Split rear bench seat 1

363IndexSelective 85Settings menuFunctions in 116Individual vehicle settings 116Submenus 116Shift lock (Automatic transmission) 342ShiftingGear select

364IndexStanding waterDriving instructions 229Starter switch 21, 31Positions 31Starting difficulties 45Starting position 31Starting the engine 44Stati

365IndexSynchronizingPower windows 186Sliding/pop-up roof 189TTachometer 23, 105Displaying gear range 137Overspeed range 105Tail lampsCleaning 250Repl

42Getting startedDriving왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt from the belt outlet.왘 Place the belt over your shoulder.왘 Push latch plate 1 into buckl

366IndexTiltBackrest 33Head restraint 34Seat cushion 33TimeSetting hours 118Setting minutes 118Time displaySetting 119Tire inflation pressureChecking

367IndexIn an emergency 285Selective settings 85Transmission selector lever manually 289Vehicle in an emergency 217With the SmartKey 30Upgrade signals

368IndexWWarning soundsDrivers seat belts 61Parking brake 46Warranty coverage 319Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluidWashing the vehicle 248Wear p

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Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly.

43Getting startedDrivingProper use of seat belts앫 Do not twist the belt when fastening.앫 Adjust seat belt so that the shoulder portion is located as c

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44Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Manual transmissionGearshift pattern for manual transmission왘 Make sure that the gearshift lever is in Neu

45Getting startedDrivingStarting왘 Turn the key in the starter switch to position 3. Release only when the en-gine is firing regularly (컄 page 31).왘 De

10IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully a

46Getting startedDrivingParking brake 1 Release handle2 Parking brake왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on handle 1.The indicator lamp ; (USA only

47Getting startedDrivingMore information on driving can be found in the “Operation” section (컄 page 223).Switching on headlampsExterior lamp switch1 O

48Getting startedDrivingHigh beam왘 Push the combination switch forward.The high beam symbol A in the instrument cluster lights up.More information can

49Getting startedDrivingSingle wipe왘 Press switch briefly in the direction of arrow 1.The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid.Wiping

50Getting startedDrivingInterval wipingSwitching on왘 Press upper half 1 of the switch.Indicator lamp 2 comes on.Switching off왘 Press upper half 1 of t

51Getting startedParking and lockingParking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End

52Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 47).More information can be found in the “Cont

53Getting startedParking and locking왘 After exiting the vehicle press the lock button‹ on the remote control (컄 page 30).The locking knobs on the door

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11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

56Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle

57Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAirbagsWarning! GIn the event that the SRS malfunction indica-tor lamp lights up during driving or does not come o

58Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper opera-tion of vehicle controls. The

59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and airbagresult in serious injuries or death sho

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe front passenger airbag will only be de-ployed if:앫 the front passenger seat is occupied앫 the 7 indicator lamp

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAfter starting the engine the seat belt non-usage warning lamp blinks for a brief peri-od to remind the driver and

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GDamaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchorin

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are eq

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren in the vehicleIf an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle:앫 Secure the child using an infa

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Service Booklet describes all the nec-essary maintenance work which should be performed at regular inter

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyA statement by the child restraint man-ufacturer of compliance with this stan-dard can be found on the instruction

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM airbag deactivation systemSpecial BabySmartTM compatible child seats, designed for use with the Merced

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GThe BabySmartTM airbag deactivation sys-tem will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systemsPrior to installing a tether strap, note the following steps:왘 R

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChild seat anchors – “LATCH” typeThis vehicle is equipped with two “LATCH” (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear door window operation1 Override switch왘 Slide override switch 1 to the right.The rear door window

72Safety and SecurityPanic alarm*Panic alarm*An audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately 21/2minutes.1Â buttonActivati

73Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsDriving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫 A

74Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsContinuous steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by ABS, namely braking power and abil

75Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBASThe Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, th

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

76Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsMore information can be found in the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 254) and (컄 page 268).Warning! GNeve

77Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching off the ESPTo improve the vehicle’s traction, turn off the ESP in driving situations where it wou

78Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFour wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC*) with ESPOnly models with all-wheel-drive* (4MATIC).The 4MAT

79Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsAnti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activatin

80Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming the alarm systemThe alarm system is disarmed when you unlock your vehicle with the remote con-trol. T

81Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming tow-away alarmTo prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm be-fore

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83Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory function*LightingInstrument clusterControl systemManual transmissionAutomatic transmission*Good v

84Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment insta

85Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps blink once. The locking knobs in the do

14IntroductionWhere to find itWhere to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle op

86Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 4 lights up briefly to indicate that the key b

87Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the tailgateThe handle is located above the rear li-cense plate recess.1 Handle왘 Lift the tailgate.Th

88Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the in-side. Open door only when conditions

89Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking and unlocking from the insideYou can lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate from inside using the

90Controls in detailSeatsSeatsInformation on seat adjustment can be found in the “Getting started” section (컄 page 32).Easy-entry/exit feature*With th

91Controls in detailSeatsHead restraintsInformation on head restraint adjustment can be found in the “Getting started” sec-tion (컄 page 32).Front seat

92Controls in detailSeatsRear seat head restraints (outer seats) Removing rear head restraints왘 Pull head restraint to its highest posi-tion.왘 Push bu

93Controls in detailSeatsMulticontour seat*Some models may be equipped with driv-er’s multicontour seat. This seat has a movable seat cushion and infl

94Controls in detailSeatsHeated seats*Both switches for the front seats are locat-ed in the center console.1 Normal heating2 Rapid heating왘 Make sure

95Controls in detailMemory function*Memory function*The memory button and stored position switch are located on the door.You can store up to three dif

15IntroductionSymbolsSymbolsThe following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:* Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since stand

96Controls in detailMemory function*1 Memory button2 Stored position button왘 Make sure that the ignition is switched on or the relevant door is open a

97Controls in detailMemory function*Storing exterior rear view mirror parking positionFor easier parking, you can adjust the passenger-side exterior r

98Controls in detailLightingLightingFor notes on how to switch on the head-lamps and use the turn signals, see the “Getting started” section (컄 page 4

99Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch. For

100Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to positionM or U.When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps

101Controls in detailLightingCombination switchThe combination switch is located on the left side of the steering column.1 High beam2 High beam flashe

102Controls in detailLightingInterior lightingThe controls are located in the overhead control panel.1 Rear interior lights2 Right front reading lamp3

103Controls in detailLightingSwitching right front reading lamp on and off왘 Press button 2.The right reading lamp goes on.왘 Press button 2 again.The r

104Controls in detailInstrument clusterInstrument clusterA full view illustration of the instrument cluster can be found in the “At a glance” section

105Controls in detailInstrument clusterTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.왘 Call up the trip odometer and main odometer by pre