Mercedes-benz 2004 C-Class Wagon Manuel d'utilisateur

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

100Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor notes on how to switch on the head-lamps and use the turn signals, see the “Getting started” section (컄 pag

101Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch. Fo

102Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam headlamp

103Controls in detailLightingSwitching on front fog lamps왘 Make sure the low beam headlamps are switched on.왘 Pull out exterior lamp switch to first s

104Controls in detailLightingSwitching on high beams왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to position B or to U (컄 page 100).왘 Push combination switch in direct

105Controls in detailLightingInterior lightingThe controls are located in the overhead control panel.1 Rear interior lights2 Right front reading lamp3

106Controls in detailLightingSwitching rear interior lights on and off왘 Press button V.The lights in the rear passenger compartment come on.왘 Press bu

107Controls in detailInstrument cluster왔 Instrument clusterFor a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “At a glance” (컄 page 22).The i

108Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature displayTurn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.왘 Call up the trip odomet

109Controls in detailInstrument clusterTrip odometer왘 Make sure you are viewing the trip odometer and main odometer in the multifunction display (컄 pa

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

110Controls in detailInstrument clusterThe temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location, the sensor can be affected by

111Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

112Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

113Controls 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

114Controls 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

115Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7Standard display AUDIO NAVI* Malfuncti

116Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuYou can select the functions in the standard display menu with button k or j.The following fun

117Controls in detailControl systemSelect radio station왘 Turn on the radio (컄 page 172).Vehicles with COMAND*:Refer to separate operating instructions

118Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired channel is found.Operate the CD player*왘 Turn on the radio and s

119Controls in detailControl systemOperate the cassette player왘 Turn on the radio and select the cassette player (컄 page 182).Vehicles with COMAND*:Re

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

120Controls in detailControl systemMalfunction memory menuUse the malfunction memory menu to scan malfunction and warning messages that may be stored

121Controls in detailControl systemSettings menuIn the SETTINGS menu there are two functions:앫 The function RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS, with which you

122Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button k or j.In the display you see the collection of the submenus.왘 Press bu

123Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making indivi

124Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER s

125Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the display: TIME SETTINGS – MINUTES.The selection m

126Controls in detailControl systemSelecting speedometer display mode왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER subm

127Controls in detailControl systemSelecting display (speed display or outside temperature)왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the I

128Controls in detailControl systemWith daytime running lamp mode selected and the exterior lamp switch at position 0, the following lamps will come o

129Controls in detailControl systemSetting night security illumination(Exterior lamps delayed shut-off)Use the HEADLIGHTS DELAYED SHUT-OFF function to

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

130Controls in detailControl systemYou can temporarily deactivate the delayed shut-off feature:왘 Before leaving the vehicle turn the SmartKey in the s

131Controls in detailControl systemVehicle submenuAccess the VEHICLE submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the VEHICLE submenu to make general vehicle se

132Controls in detailControl systemConvenience submenuAccess the CONVENIENCE submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the CONVENIENCE submenu to change the

133Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the CONVENIENCE submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly unti

134Controls in detailControl systemSetting parking position for exterior rear view mirrorUse the MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING function to select whethe

135Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics after start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Tri

136Controls in detailControl systemCall up range (distance to empty)왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip comp

137Controls in detailControl systemWhich messages will appear in the display field depends on whether your telephone is switched on or off:앫 If the te

138Controls in detailControl systemDialing a number from the phone bookIf your telephone is ready to receive calls, you may select and dial a number f

139Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왔 Automatic transmissionInformation on driving with an automatic transmission is found in the “Getting star

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

140Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionOne-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear

141Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by press

142Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionEffectì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked.

143Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionProgram mode selector switchThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center con

144Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왘 Press program mode selector switch 1 repeatedly until the letter of the desired shift program appears in

145Controls in detailGood visibility왔 Good visibilityWindshield wipersMore information on the windshield wipers can be found in the “Getting started”

146Controls in detailGood visibilityRear view mirrorsMore information for setting the rear view mirrors can be found in the “Getting started” section

147Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

148Controls in detailGood visibilityThe exterior rear view mirror returns to its previously stored driving position:앫 ten seconds after you put the ge

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

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

150Controls in detailClimate control왔 Climate control

151Controls in detailClimate controlClimate control panelThe storage compartment between the front seats can be ventilated (컄 page 156).Item1 Thumbwhe

152Controls in detailClimate controlThe climate control is operational whenev-er the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in

153Controls in detailClimate controlIncreasing왘 Turn the temperature control 2 or 3 slightly to the right.The climate control system will corre-spondi

154Controls in detailClimate controlDefrostingActivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 151). The indicator lamp on the button comes on.or왘 Switch off air re

155Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button O (컄 page 151).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The air recirculation mode is

156Controls in detailClimate controlAir conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior air to the

157Controls in detailClimate controlOpening the air vent왘 Raise lever 1.Closing the air vent왘 Lower lever 1.Rear passenger compartment adjustable air

158Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*왔 Automatic climate control*

159Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Automatic climate control panelItem1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent2 Left c

16IntroductionOperating safety왔 Operating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following i

160Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*The automatic climate control is operation-al whenever the engine is running. You can operate the clima

161Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Setting the temperatureUse temperature controls 1 and e for the left side or 6 and 7 for the right side

162Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Adjusting air distributionUse air distribution controls 2 and 5 (컄 page 159) to separately adjust the a

163Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Maximum cooling MAXCOOLIf the left and right air distribution controls as well as the airflow volume co

164Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Deactivating왘 Press button O (컄 page 159).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The air recirculati

165Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Charcoal filterAn activated charcoal filter markedly reduces bad odors and removes pollutants from air

166Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Air conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior

167Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Residual heat and ventilation*With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or venti

168Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents1 Left center air vent2 Thumbwheel for air volume contro

169Controls in detailAudio system왔 Audio systemAudio and telephone, operationThese instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Mer

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

170Controls in detailAudio systemOperating and display elements

171Controls in detailAudio systemItem Page1 CD mode selector 1852 Manual tuning(radio)175Fast forward/reverse (cassette, CD)184,188Speed dialing memor

172Controls in detailAudio systemButton and soft key operationIn these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the func

173Controls in detailAudio systemBass왘 Regardless of operating mode, press theAUD key repeatedly untilBASS appears on the display.왘 Press+ or- key to

174Controls in detailAudio systemBalance왘 Regardless of operating mode, press theAUD key repeatedly untilBALANCE appears on the display.왘 PressL orR k

175Controls in detailAudio systemYou can select from among the following settings:앫DRV: The tone level is set to the Driver position; sound is directe

176Controls in detailAudio systemDirect frequency inputSelect the desired frequency band.왘 Press “ button.왘 Enter desired frequency using buttons 4 to

177Controls in detailAudio systemScan tuning앫 Starting scan tuning왘 Select desired frequency band.왘 Press 2 button.SC will appear on the display. The

178Controls in detailAudio systemWeather band왘 Press theWB key.The weather band station last selected is tuned in.왘 Select the desired weather band st

179Controls in detailAudio systemStarting satellite radio (SAT)왘 Start radio mode.If the radio was in SAT radio mode be-fore being turned off or chang

18IntroductionReporting safety defects왔 Reporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Ti

180Controls in detailAudio systemChannel selectionThe following options are available for se-lecting a channel:앫 Direct channel input (컄 page 180)앫 Ma

181Controls in detailAudio systemProgram type (PTY) modeIn PTY mode, you can tune in and select channels of a specific program type.Calling up PTY mod

182Controls in detailAudio systemCassette operationPlaying cassettes왘 Press 3 button.The display panel folds down and the cassette compartment becomes

183Controls in detailAudio systemCassette eject왘 Press eject button 3.The display folds down and the cas-sette is ejected. The system will switch back

184Controls in detailAudio systemScanning앫 Starting scan왘 Press 2 button.SC will appear on the display.Each track on the cassette will be played brief

185Controls in detailAudio systemDolby NR1 (noise reduction system)To enable optimum sound reproduction of cassettes recorded using Dolby B NR, the Do

186Controls in detailAudio systemOnly use original CDs. Using copied CDs may create problems during playback.Clean CDs from time to time with a com-me

187Controls in detailAudio system1 CD2 CD changer3 CD tray4 CD magazine왘 Remove magazine and pull CD tray fully out.왘 Place CD in recess of tray, labe

188Controls in detailAudio systemSkipping tracks forward/backward앫 Skipping tracks forward왘 Press f button.The next track will be played.앫 Skipping tr

189Controls in detailAudio systemRepeatThe repeat function (RPT) repeats the cur-rent track.Switching on repeat:왘 Press theRPT key.RPT is highlighted

19At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

190Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching on the telephone왘 Press h button.If you have programmed an unlock code for the telephone, you must enter th

191Controls in detailAudio systemPhone bookThe numbers stored in the phone book can be called up either by name or number.Calling up the phone book왘 P

192Controls in detailAudio systemSearching and selecting phone book en-tries by number왘 Press theNUM key.The current number is marked in the display.왘

193Controls in detailAudio systemAutomatic repeat dialing (redial)If a call cannot be connected, press theSND key.REDIAL will appear on the display an

194Controls in detailAudio systemEmergency call왘 Press button 4 longer than one second.왘 A call will be placed to the saved num-ber (e.g. 911).You can

195Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming call in cassette, CD or radio modeIf the telephone is activated in the back-ground (receiving s

196Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches f

197Controls in detailPower windows왘 Turn SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.Opening the windows왘 Press switch 1 to 4 to the resistance

198Controls in detailPower windowsOpening and closing the windows with the SmartKeyThe sliding/pop-up roof* (컄 page 200) will also be opened or closed

199Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*왔 Sliding/pop-up roof*Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up roofThe sliding/pop-up roof can be opened and cl

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20At a glanceCockpit왔 Cockpit

200Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2.Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up roof왘 To

201Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*Opening (Summer opening feature)왘 Press and hold button Œ after unlocking the vehicle.The windows and the sli

202Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving system of your vehicle is described on the following pages:앫 Cruise control, with whi

203Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at last set speedSetting

204Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the desired speed is reached.

205Controls in detailLoading왔 LoadingRoof rack*왘 Attach the roof rack only to the roof rails.왘 Secure the roof rack according to manufacturer’s instru

206Controls in detailLoading5 Button왘 Open tailgate.왘 Press button 5.The flap opens downward.왘 From cargo compartment, slide skis into ski sack.6 Stra

207Controls in detailLoading7 Hook8 Eye왘 Connect hook 7 to eye 8.Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end (arrow).Unloading and folding왘 Loosen the s

208Controls in detailLoadingInstalling the ski sackInstall the ski sack in the reverse order.왘 Push ski sack frame 2 with ski sack inward until the sk

209Controls in detailLoadingStorage compartment under cargo compartment floorTo open cargo compartment floor왘 Press handle 1 on the recess.왘 Lift comp

21At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Combination switch앫 Turn signals 46앫 Windshield wipers 47앫 High beam 462 Cruise control lever 2023 Instrument cluster 2

210Controls in detailLoadingPartition net with rear seats folded down1 Tab2 Eyelets on roof왘 Pull out upper blind (safety net) by tabs 1 until it enga

211Controls in detailLoadingInstalling왘 Fold split rear bench seat forward.왘 Place twin-reel roller blind 1 into right and left guide rails 2.왘 Slide

212Controls in detailLoadingRight hand side of rear seat왘 Slip seat belt webbing behind retainer 3.왘 Fully retract and fold rearward head restraints (

213Controls in detailLoadingIf the backrest is not locked into position, a red indicator 6 will be visible.왘 Check for secure locking by pushing and p

214Controls in detailLoadingThe handling characteristics of a fully load-ed vehicle depend greatly on the load dis-tribution. It is therefore recommen

215Controls in detailUseful features왔 Useful featuresInterior storage spaces Glove box1 Glove box lid release2 Glove boxOpening the glove box왘 Pull li

216Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in front of seat armrest Opening cup holder왘 Slide cover 1 rearward.왘 Push button 2.The cup holder open

217Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holder in rear seat armrestOpening cup holder왘 Push front of sliding compartment 1.The cup holder slides out.C

218Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest storage spaces1 Handle2 Armrest3 ButtonOpening storage compartment왘 Pull handle 1 and lift armrest.Closing

219Controls in detailUseful featuresParcel net in front passenger footwellA small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. I

22At a glanceInstrument cluster왔 Instrument cluster

220Controls in detailUseful featuresRear seat ashtrayOpening ashtray왘 Pull at top of cover 1 to open ashtray.Removing ashtray insert왘 Press latch 2 to

221Controls in detailUseful featuresElectrical outletAn electrical outlet is located on the left side of the cargo compartment.왘 Turn the SmartKey in

222Controls in detailUseful featuresYou can take and place telephone calls using the í and ì buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele-ph

223Controls in detailUseful featuresShortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID and password via first

224Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatically:앫 following an accident in which the emergency tension

225Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

226Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button •.왘 Press and

227Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡Located below the center armrest cover is the Information button ¡.왘 Press and hold button (fo

228Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade signalsThe Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority.앫 Automatic emergency – First prio

229Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

23At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 Left turn signal indicator lamp462 Speedometer3 Right turn signal indicator lamp464 Fuel gauge with:Fuel res

230Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen vehicle tracking servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the police.The polic

231Controls in detailUseful featuresWarning! GBefore programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator, make sure peo

232Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the integrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on ignition.Step 2:왘 If you have previou

233Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 7:왘 To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.Rolling code programmin

234Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 12:왘 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3

235Controls in detailUseful featuresOperation of integrated remote control왘 Switch on ignition.왘 Select and press the appropriate integrated signal tr

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237OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

238OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)왔In the “Operation” section you will find detailed information on operating, main-taining and caring for you

239OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, depends on driving habits and ope

24At a glanceMultifunction steering wheel왔 Multifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display in speedometer111Operating control system1122

240OperationDriving instructionsBrakes To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advi

241OperationDriving instructionsAfter hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so that the air stream

242OperationDriving instructionsTiresTread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfe

243OperationDriving instructionsTire tractionThe safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.You should pay parti

244OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

245OperationDriving instructionsStanding water Passenger compartment Driving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your

246OperationDriving instructionsControl and operation of radio transmitterCOMAND*, radio and telephone*Telephones* and two-way radiosRadio transmitter

247OperationDriving instructionsEmission controlCertain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissib

248OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise c

249OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefueling The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Lo

25At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Seat heater*, driver’s side 952 Rear window wiper/washer493 ESP control switch 784 Haz

250OperationAt the gas station왘 Open fuel filler flap by pushing at the point indicated by the arrow. The fuel filler flap springs open.왘 Turn fuel ca

251OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long trip1 Coolant levelFor more information on coolant, see “Coolant level” (컄 page 257).2

252OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHoodOpening1 Hood release왘 Pull lever 1 downwards.The hood is unlocked and handle 2 will extend out

253OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 1 ft (30 cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure t

254OperationEngine compartmentEngine oilThe amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Higher oil co

255OperationEngine compartment왘 If necessary, add engine oil.For adding engine oil see (컄 page 256).More information on engine oil can be found in the

256OperationEngine compartmentAdding engine oil1 Filler cap왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as required. Be careful not to ove

257OperationEngine compartmentCoolant levelThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehi

258OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located in the engine compartment (컄 page 324).The battery should always be sufficientl

259OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartme

26At a glanceCenter consoleLower PartItem Page1 Ashtray 2192 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission43,1423 Storage compartment 217Cup holder 2

260OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for su

261OperationTires and wheelsLife of tireThe service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to:앫 Driving style앫 Tir

262OperationTires and wheelsTire pressure changes by approx. 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air tempera-ture change. Keep this in mind when chec

263OperationWinter driving왔 Winter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service

264OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heater.The electrical cable may be installed at your authorize

265OperationMaintenance왔 MaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance w

266OperationMaintenanceThe Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the service indicator following a completed service.Calling up the service indicator왘 Switc

267OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying exte

268OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

269OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the i

27At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Rear interior lighting on/off1052 Sliding/pop-up roof* 1993 Right reading lamp o

270OperationVehicle careWiper blades왘 Fold wiper arms forward.왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution.Window cleanin

271OperationVehicle careSteering wheel and gear selector leverWipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather C

272OperationVehicle careCloth upholsteryClean with soft bristle brush, or use a dry-shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt.MB Tex upholsteryPour Me

273Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing bulbsReplacing wiper

274Practical hintsWhat to do if …왔 What to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to come on

275Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution3 (Canada only); (USA only)The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving

276Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution? The yellow “CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator lamp comes on while drivin

277Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP warning lamp comes on while driving.The ESP is deactivated.

278Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionThe yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on while driving.The fuel le

279Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause Suggested solutionPASS. AIRBAG OFF The indicator lamp comes on. A BabySm

28At a glanceDoor control panel왔 Door control panelItem Page1 Door handle 872 Memory function* (for storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel s

280Practical hintsWhat to do if …Messages in the displayThe control system shows warning and malfunction messages in the multifunction display.Certain

281Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesDisplay message Possible cause Possible solutionBASBRAKE ASSISTNOT AVAILABLE!The charging voltage has fa

282Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESPESPNOT AVAILABLE!The ESP was deactivated because of a malfunction

283Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESPESPNOT AVAILABLE!The charging voltage has fallen below ten volts.

284Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution-ABS SYSTEMVISIT WORKSHOP!The ABS has d

285Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution#BATTERY/ALTERNATORVISIT WORKSHOP!The battery was char

286Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution! (Canada only); (USA only)PARK. BRAKERELEASE BRAKE!Yo

287Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionBCOOLANTCHECK LEVEL!The coolant level is too low. 왘 Ad

288Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (12

289Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionÏCOOLANTSTOP, ENGINE OFF!The poly-V-belt could be brok

29Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

290Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionÑCRUISE CONTROLDRIVE TO WORKSHOP!Cruise control is mal

291Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Suggested solution: USA only:ADD 1.0 Qt. ENGINE OILWHEN NEXT REFUELING

292Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the message ADD 1.0 Qt. ENGINE OIL WHEN NEXT REFUELING! (Canada: 1.0 LITER) appears while the engine is running

293Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionARESERVE FUELGO TO GAS STATION!The fuel level has drop

294Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.FRONT FOGLIGHT, LCHECK LIGHT! The left front fog lamp

295Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.LIGHTSTURN OFF LIGHTS!This display appears if the dri

296Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution.TAIL LIGHT, RCHECK LIGHTS! BACK-UP LIGHT ON! The righ

297Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution<DRIVER’S SEAT BELTFASTEN SEAT BELT!The display rem

298Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solution_STEERING WHEEL ADJ.LOCK!The steering column is not pr

299Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause Possible solutionKCLOSESUNROOF!You have opened the driver’s door with t

ContentsIntroduction... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual ...

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

300Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?왔 Where will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is located in the storage compartment behind the left t

301Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?3 Vehicle tool kitThe following is included:앫 Towing eye bolt앫 Wheel wrench앫 Alignment bolt앫 Vehicle jack앫 Whe

302Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Operational position왘 Turn crank handle clockwise until it engages (operational position).Before storing the v

303Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?왘 Place storage well casing 2 over the luggage bowl 5 and turn retaining screw 1 clockwise as far as it will g

304Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Minispare wheel bolts1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims (lo

305Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왔 Unlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the vehicle wit

306Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the tailgateA minimum height clearance of 6.40 ft (1.95 m) is required to open the tailga

307Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency1 Mechanical key2 Battery compartmentReplacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.왘 R

308Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyFuel filler flapIn case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, you can o

309Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencySliding/pop-up roof*You can open or close the sliding/pop-up roof ma

31Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsStarter switch0 For removing SmartKeyThe steering is locked when the SmartKey is removed from the st

310Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essential

311Practical hintsReplacing bulbsRear lamps Notes on bulb replacement 앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating.앫 S

312Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps Halogen headlamps1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp2 Headlamp cover for high beam hea

313Practical hintsReplacing bulbsParking and standing lamp bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Open the hood (컄 page 252).왘 Press the clamp and remove headl

314Practical 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

315Practical hintsReplacing bulbsSide marker lamp bulb왘 Switch off the lights.왘 Carefully slide lamp towards rear.왘 Remove front end first.왘 Twist bul

316Practical hintsReplacing bulbs4 Brake lamp5 Turn signal lamp6 Backup lamp7 Rear fog lamp (driver’s side)/tail lamp, parking, standing and side mark

317Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesRemoving wiper blades왘 Fold the wiper arm forward.1 Lock2 Unlock왘 Pull the tab in dire

318Practical hintsFlat tire왔 Flat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving traffic on a hard surface.왘 Turn on the h

319Practical hintsFlat tireWheel cover on vehicles with steel rims (Canada only)왘 On wheel to be changed, remove wheel cover by reaching into two open

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

320Practical hintsFlat tireThe jack take-up brackets are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings.1 Ja

321Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the new wheel1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel or other steel rims (located in veh

322Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.Lowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning c

323Practical hintsFlat tireMounting wheel cover (Canada only)Wheel cover on vehicles with steel rims (Canada only)왘 Position small wheel cover opening

324Practical hintsBattery왔 BatteryThe battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side.Removal of filter box:왘 Release the three cl

325Practical hintsBattery1 Negative terminal2 Positive terminal coverDisconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Open the hood (컄 p

326Practical hintsBatteryReconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Connect the positive lead and fasten its cover 2.왘 Connect nega

327Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the battery of another ve

328Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located in the engine compartment on the right hand side. The terminals for jump starting are located in

329Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

33Getting startedAdjustingManual seat adjustment1 Seat fore and aft adjustment2 Seat cushion tilt3 Seat backrest tilt4 Seat heightSeat fore and aft ad

330Practical hintsTowing the vehicle!To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the drive train, however, we recommend the drive shaft be disco

331Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GWith the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this ca

332Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye bolt1 Cover on right side of front bumper.2 Cover on right side of rear bumper.Removing cove

333Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesFuse box in passenger compartment1 CoverOpening왘 Pull cover 1 open with a screw driver or similar tool.왘 Remove cover re

334Practical hintsFuses왘 Install cover 2 in reverse order.Opening fuse box4 Fuse box cover5 Clamps왘 Release clamps 5.왘 Remove cover 4.Closing fuse box

335Technical dataSpare parts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and TiresElectrical systemMain Dimensi

336Technical dataSpare parts service왔The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Spare parts serviceAll author

337Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty I

338Technical dataIdentification labels왔 Identification labels1 Certification label 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Information label, Californ

339Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt drive왔 Layout of poly-V-belt driveC 240/C 320 (all models)1 Automatic belt tensioner2 Power steering pump 3 Air

34Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint height1 Release buttonRaising:왘 Manually adjust the height of the head restraint by pulling it upward.Lowerin

340Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel C 240 (203.261)1C 240 4MATIC (203.281)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mer

341Technical dataRims and Tires왔 Rims and TiresOnly use tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved

342Technical dataRims and TiresSame size tiresMinispare wheelModel C240C2404MATICC320C3204MATICRims (light alloy) 7 J x16 H2 7 J x16 H2Rims (steel – C

343Technical dataElectrical system왔 Electrical systemModel C240C 240 4MATICC320C 320 4MATICGenerator (alternator) 14 V/120 A 14 V/120 AStarter motor 1

344Technical dataMain Dimensions왔 Main DimensionsModel C240C320C 240 4MATICC 320 4MATICOverall vehicle length 178.9 in (4543 mm) 178.9 in (4543 mm)Ove

345Technical dataWeights왔 WeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

346Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respectivelubricants must

347Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Fuel tankincluding a reserve of16.4 US gal (62.0 l)2

348Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, only

349Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirementsOnly use Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439:앫 T

35Getting startedAdjustingPower seat* adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located in each front door.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat

350Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Gasoline additivesA major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build-up caused by gasoline.

351Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.When switching fuels, make sure:앫 Fuel level is below half full.앫 Fuel level is above reserve (fuel

352Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:앫 Corr

353Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum compon

354Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* systemBoth the windshield and headlamp washer systems are s

355Technical dataConsumer information왔 Consumer informationThe following text is published as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars under Ti

356Technical dataConsumer informationTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the genera

357Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.Alignmen

358Technical termsCOMAND*(Cockpit Management and Data System)Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including

359Technical termsInstrument clusterThe displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, including the tachometer, speedo-meter,

36Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint tiltManually adjust the angle of the head restraint.왘 Push or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint cu

360Technical termsPower trainCollective term designating all components used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, including앫 engi

361Technical termsTele Aid* System(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man

362

363IndexAABS 23, 74, 357Indicator lamp 274Malfunction indicator lamp 274Messages in display 284ABS control 74Accelerator position, automatic transmiss

364IndexSeats 32, 33Steering column height 38Steering column length 38Steering wheel 36Air conditioning (cooling)Turning off 156, 166Turning on 156, 1

365IndexOperating safety 169Operation 172Radio operation 175Switching off 172Switching on 172Telephone operation 189Automatic antiglare for rear view

366IndexBattery dischargedJump starting 327Battery, vehicle 258, 324Charging 325Disconnecting 325Messages in display 285Reconnecting 326Reinstalling 3

367IndexStorage compartment inside 209Tailgate 87Tie-down rings 214Cargo tie-down rings 214Cassette operationPlaying cassettes 182Cassette playerOpera

368IndexUpholstery 271Windows 270Windshield 48Wiper blades 270Wood trims 272Climate control 150Adjusting 153Defogging windshield 153Defrosting 154Sett

369IndexCoolant 257, 352Adding 257Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity 352Capacities 346Checking level 257Messages in display 287, 288Temperature 248Temp

37Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel adjustment, manual1 Handle왘 To unlock the steering column, pull handle 1 out to its stop limit.왘 Move steerin

370IndexDifficultiesWhile driving see Problems while drivingWith starting 44Digital clock 23Digital speedometer 116Direction of rotation (tires) 261Di

371IndexElectrical outlet 221Electrical systemTechnical data 343Electronic stability program (ESP) 358Electronic Stability Program see ESPEmergency ca

372IndexFFahrenheitSetting temperature units 125Fastening the seat belts 40Fine adjustmentCruise control 204First aid kit 300Flat tire 318Lowering the

373IndexFuel filler flap 249Locking 249Opening 308Unlocking 249Fuel requirements 349Fuel reserve tankMessage in display 293Fuel tankCapacity 347Filler

374IndexHead restraints 91Manual seats 34Power seats* 35Rear seats 92Headlamp cleaning system 259Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, exterio

375IndexInstrument cluster 22, 107, 359Cleaning 270Coolant temperature gauge 108Illumination 107Lamps in 274–278Multifunction display 111Outside tempe

376IndexLLabels, identification 338Lamp bulbs, exterior 310Lamps, exteriorFront 310Light sensor 294Messages in display 293–296Rear 311Lamps, indicator

377IndexLock buttonDoors 359Locking 51, 84Automatic while driving 88Centrally from inside 89Fuel filler flap 249Global, SmartKey 85Vehicle in an emerg

378IndexMenus 112AUDIO 116In control system 114, 115Malfunction memory 120NAVI 119Settings menu 121Standard display 116Submenus 113TEL* 136Trip comput

379IndexNNavigation systemOperating 119See separate COMAND* operating instructionsNight security illumination 102Setting 129OOccupant safety 56Airbags

38Getting startedAdjustingAdjusting steering column in or out왘 Move stalk forward or back in the direction of arrow 1 until a comfort-able steering wh

380IndexPPaintwork 268Panic alarm 73Panic button on SmartKey 73Parcel netIn cargo compartment 208In front passenger footwell 219Parking 51, 241Parking

381IndexPractical hintsFirst aid kit 300Fuses 333Lamp in center console 279Lamps in instrument cluster 274Messages in the display 280Minispare wheel 3

382IndexRear view mirror automatic antiglare 146Rear view mirrors see MirrorsRear window defroster 149Rear window wiper/washer 49ReconnectingVehicle b

383IndexSSafetyOccupant 56Safety belts see Seat beltsSafety defectsReporting 18Safety systemsDriving 74Saving current speed 203SearchingRadio station

384IndexSettingConvenience functions 123, 132Cruise control 203Daytime running lamp mode 127, 128Exterior rear view mirror parking position 99Higher s

385IndexClosing with SmartKey 198Opening 196, 197, 198Opening fully 197Opening with SmartKey 198Stopping 197Synchronizing power windows 198Simultaneou

386IndexStation selectionSetting 131Steel rimsTechnical data 342Steering columnHeight adjustment 37, 38Length adjustment 37, 38Messages in display 298

387IndexHazard warning flasher 104Headlamps 46High beams 104Rapid seat heating* 96Rear fog lamp 103Seat heating* 96Windshield wipers 47SynchronizingES

388IndexMessages in display 299Operating 136Operation 189Redialing 138Signal strength 137TemperatureDisplay mode 125Grades of tires 356Setting interio

389IndexTrip computer 134Trip odometerResetting 109Trunk lidMessage in display 299Trunk see Cargo compartmentTurn signal lampsReplacing bulbs 310, 311

39Getting startedAdjustingThe buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button2 Adjustment button3

390IndexVehicle battery 324Vehicle care 267Cloth upholstery 272Cup holder 271Engine cleaning 269Gear selector lever 271Hard plastic trim items 271Head

391IndexWheel changeTightening torque 322WheelsRotating 262Tires and wheels 260Window curtain airbags 62Windows see Side windowsWindshieldDefogging 15

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

ContentsSafety and Security... 55Occupant safety... 56Airbags ...

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

41Getting startedDriving1 Latch plate2 Buckle3 Release button왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt from the belt outlet.왘 Place the belt over your sho

42Getting startedDriving왘 If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.Seat belt height adjustmentAdjust seat be

43Getting startedDriving앫 Ensure that the seat belt is always fit-ted snugly. You should avoid wearing bulky clothing, such as winter coats, when trav

44Getting startedDrivingStarting왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P.왘 Do not depress accelerator.왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch

45Getting startedDriving왘 Release parking brake by pulling on handle 1.The warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes

46Getting startedDrivingFor more information on driving, see “Driv-ing instructions” (컄 page 239).Switching on headlampsThe exterior lamp switch is lo

47Getting startedDrivingHigh beam왘 Push combination switch forward.The high beam symbol A in the instrument cluster comes on.For more information on h

48Getting startedDrivingSingle wipe왘 Press combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 1.The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid

49Getting startedDrivingRear window wiper/washerThe switch is located on the center console.1 Intermittent wipe2 Indicator lamp3 Rear window washer sy

ContentsAutomatic transmission... 139One-touch gearshifting... 140Gear ranges ... 141

50Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.앫 The engine electronics may

51Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

52Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 46).For more information on headlamps, see “Li

53Getting startedParking and lockingTurning off engine왘 Place the gear selector lever in position P.왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to posit

54

55Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarm*Driving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

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

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

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 safetyWarning! GAccident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. Should

ContentsOperation ... 237The first 1000 miles (1500 km)... 238Driving instructions...

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and airbagIn cases of other frontal impacts, angl

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySide impact airbags, window curtain airbagsThe window curtain airbags 1 fill up the area between the A and C pilla

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAlways fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restraine

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GUSE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY앫 Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are eq

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWe recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion.All lap-s

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyA statement by the child restraint man-ufacturer of compliance with this stan-dard can be found on the instruction

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM1 airbag deactivation systemSpecial BabySmartTM compatible child seats, designed for use with the Merce

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GThe BabySmartTM1 airbag deactivation sys-tem will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operat

ContentsPractical hints ... 273What to do if … ... 274Lamps in instrument cluster ...

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systemsAnchorage rings 1 are located on the back side of the outer rear

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChild seat anchors – LATCH-typeThis vehicle is equipped with two LATCH- (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) t

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear door window operationThe override switch is located on the door control panel of the driver’s doo

73Safety and SecurityPanic alarm*왔 Panic alarm*An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 21/2minutes.1 Â buttonActiv

74Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems왔 Driving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫

75Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBrakingAt the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pe

76Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 281).ESPThe Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors

77Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 277) and (컄 page 282).Switching off the ESPTo improve t

78Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe switch is located on the center console.1 ESP off2 ESP on왘 Press upper switch position 1.The ESP warnin

79Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFour wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESPModels with all-wheel-drive only.The 4MATIC impr

ContentsTechnical data... 335Spare parts service ... 336Warranty coverage...

80Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activat

81Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming the alarm systemThe alarm system is disarmed when you unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey. The turn

82Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming tow-away alarmWhen you lock your vehicle, the tow-away alarm is automatically armed after about 30 secon

83Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory function*LightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityClimate con

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

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

86Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 4 comes on briefly to indicate that the SmartK

87Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions a

88Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the tailgate1 Handle왘 Lower tailgate by pulling firmly on handle 1.왘 Close tailgate with hands placed

89Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFor more information on towing the vehi-cle, see “Towing the vehicle” (컄 page 329).You can deactivate the aut

9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz pa

90Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see “Seats” (컄 page 32).Easy-entry/exit feature*With the easy-entry/exit feature a

91Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing front seat head restraintsFor information on head restraint adjustment, see “Seats” (컄 page 32).Front

92Controls in detailSeatsFront seat head restraints, power seat*Removing front seat head restraints왘 Press switch 1 upwards and hold until head restra

93Controls in detailSeatsFolding head restraints backThe rear seat head restraints can be folded backward for increased visibility.1 Release button왘 P

94Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing rear seat head restraints (outer seats)1 Release buttonRemoving rear seat head restraints왘 Fold back

95Controls in detailSeatsMulticontour seat*This multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to pr

96Controls in detailSeatsSwitching on seat heating왘 Press upper switch position 1.A red indicator lamp on the switch comes on.Switching off seat heati

97Controls in detailMemory function*왔 Memory function*The memory button and stored position switch are located on the door.You can store up to three d

98Controls in detailMemory function*Storing positions into memory왘 Adjust the seats, steering wheel and rear view mirrors to the desired posi-tion (컄

99Controls in detailMemory function*Storing exterior rear view mirror parking positionFor easier parking, you can adjust the passenger-side exterior r