Mercedes C 230 KOMPRESSOR SPORT, C 320 4MATIC SPORT, C 240 4MATIC, C 320 SPORT, C 320 owners Manual

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C 230 Kompressor Sport C240 C 240 4MATIC C320 C 320 4MATIC C320Sport C 320 4MATIC Sport C32AMG
Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
Your selection of our product is a demon­stration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef­forts of many skilled engineers and crafts­men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen­gers, we ask you to make a small invest­ment of time:
Please read this manual carefully be-
fore putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.
Please follow the recommendations
contained in this manual. They are de­signed to acquaint you with the opera­tion of your Mercedes-Benz.
Please pay attention to the warnings
and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and oc­cupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents

Introduction.......................................... 9
Product information ................................ 9
Operator’s Manual ............................... 10
Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of
Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11
Maintenance .................................. 12
Roadside Assistance ...................... 12
Change of address or ownership.... 12
Operating your vehicle outside
the USA or Canada......................... 13
Where to find it .................................... 14
Symbols............................................... 15
Operating safety .................................. 16
Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16
Problems with your vehicle .................. 17
Reporting safety defects...................... 18
Reporting Safety Defects ............... 18
At a glance .......................................... 19
Cockpit................................................. 20
Instrument cluster ................................ 22
Multifunction steering wheel ................ 24
Center console ..................................... 25
Upper part ...................................... 25
Lower part ...................................... 26
Overhead control panel ........................ 27
Door control panel................................ 28
Getting started................................... 29
Unlocking ............................................. 30
Unlocking with SmartKey................ 30
Adjusting .............................................. 32
Seats .............................................. 32
Steering wheel ................................ 37
Mirrors............................................ 39
Driving.................................................. 41
Fastening the seat belt ................... 41
Starting the engine ......................... 44
Switching on headlamps ................. 47
Turn signals and high beam ............ 47
Windshield wipers ........................... 48
Problems while driving.................... 49
Parking and locking .............................. 51
Parking brake ................................. 51
Switching off headlamps................. 52
Turning off engine ........................... 53
Contents
Safety and Security........................... 55
Occupant safety................................... 56
Airbags ........................................... 57
Seat belts ....................................... 61
Children in the vehicle.................... 65
Blocking of rear door window
operation........................................ 71
Panic alarm* .................................. 72
Activating ....................................... 72
Deactivating ................................... 72
Driving safety systems ......................... 73
ABS ................................................ 73
BAS ................................................ 74
ESP................................................. 75
Four wheel electronic traction
system (4MATIC*) with the ESP ..... 78
Anti-theft systems................................ 79
Immobilizer..................................... 79
Anti-theft alarm system .................. 79
Tow-away alarm ............................. 80
Controls in detail............................... 83
Locking and unlocking ......................... 84
Keys ............................................... 84
Opening the doors from the inside. 87 Opening the trunk from the inside . 88
Opening the trunk .......................... 88
Closing the trunk............................ 89
Trunk lid emergency release .......... 89
Separately locking the trunk .......... 90
Separately unlocking the trunk ...... 91
Automatic central locking .............. 91
Locking and unlocking
from the inside ............................... 92
Seats ................................................... 93
Easy-entry/exit feature* ................ 93
Head restraints .............................. 94
Multicontour seat* ......................... 96
Heated seats* ................................ 97
Memory function* ............................... 98
Storing positions into memory ....... 99
Recalling positions from memory... 99 Storing exterior rear view mirror
parking position ........................... 100
Lighting ............................................. 101
Exterior lamp switch .................... 101
Combination switch ..................... 104
Hazard warning flasher ................ 104
Interior lighting ............................ 105
Door entry lamps ......................... 106
Trunk lamp ................................... 106
Instrument cluster ............................. 107
Instrument cluster illumination .... 107
Coolant temperature display........ 108
Trip odometer .............................. 109
Tachometer.................................. 109
Outside temperature indicator..... 110
Control system .................................. 111
Multifunction display.................... 111
Multifunction steering wheel........ 112
Menus .......................................... 114
Standard display menu ................ 116
AUDIO menu ................................ 116
NAVI menu................................... 118
Malfunction memory menu .......... 118
Settings menu.............................. 119
Trip computer menu..................... 132
TEL menu* ................................... 134
Manual transmission ......................... 137
Shifting into reverse..................... 137
Contents
Automatic transmission* ................... 138
One-touch gearshifting................. 139
Gear ranges ................................. 140
Gear selector lever position ......... 141
Program mode selector switch..... 142
Accelerator position ..................... 143
Emergency operation
(Limp Home Mode) ...................... 143
Good visibility .................................... 144
Rear view mirror........................... 144
Headlamp cleaning system* ........ 146
Sun visors .................................... 146
Rear window sunshade* .............. 147
Climate control .................................. 148
Setting the temperature............... 150
Adjusting air distribution and
volume ......................................... 151
Defrosting .................................... 151
Air recirculation mode.................. 152
Rear window defroster ................. 153
Deactivating the climate control
system ......................................... 153
Air conditioning ............................ 154
Ventilated storage compartment . 155 Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air vents...................... 155
Automatic climate control* ................ 156
Setting the temperature................ 158
Adjusting air distribution............... 159
Adjusting air volume ..................... 159
Maximum cooling MAXCOOL ........ 160
Defrosting ..................................... 160
Air recirculation mode .................. 160
Charcoal filter ............................... 161
Rear window defroster .................. 162
Air conditioning............................. 163
Residual heat and ventilation*...... 163
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air vents....................... 164
Audio system...................................... 165
Audio and telephone, operation.... 165
Operating safety ........................... 165
Operating and display elements.... 166
Button and soft key operation....... 168
Operation...................................... 168
Radio mode................................... 171
Cassette mode.............................. 174
CD changer* operating mode ....... 178
Telephone* operation ................... 182
Power windows .................................. 187
Opening and closing the windows 187
Synchronizing power windows...... 189
Sliding/pop-up roof*.......................... 190
Opening and closing the
sliding/pop-up roof....................... 190
Synchronizing the
sliding/ pop-up roof...................... 192
Driving systems .................................. 193
Cruise control ............................... 193
Loading .............................................. 196
Roof rack* .................................... 196
Ski sack* ...................................... 196
Split rear bench seat*................... 199
Loading instructions ..................... 202
Useful features ................................... 203
Interior storage spaces ................. 203
Ashtrays........................................ 207
Cigarette lighter ............................ 208
Telephone* ................................... 208
Tele Aid*....................................... 209
Garage door opener ...................... 217
Contents
Operation ......................................... 221
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ......... 222
Driving instructions ............................ 223
Drive sensibly – save fuel ............. 223
Drinking and driving ..................... 223
Pedals .......................................... 223
Power assistance ......................... 224
Brakes .......................................... 224
Driving off..................................... 225
Parking ......................................... 225
Tires ............................................. 226
Hydroplaning ................................ 227
Tire traction.................................. 227
Tire speed rating .......................... 227
Winter driving instructions ........... 228
Standing water ............................. 229
Passenger compartment .............. 230
Driving abroad .............................. 230
Control and operation of
radio transmitter .......................... 230
Catalytic converter ....................... 231
Emission control........................... 231
Coolant temperature .................... 232
At the gas station .............................. 233
Check regularly and before
a long trip..................................... 234
Engine compartment ......................... 235
Hood ............................................ 235
Engine oil ..................................... 236
Transmission fluid level ................ 238
Coolant level ................................ 238
Battery ......................................... 240
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning* system......... 241
Tires and wheels ................................ 242
Important guidelines .................... 242
Life of tire..................................... 243
Direction of rotation ..................... 243
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 243
Rotating wheels ........................... 244
Winter driving .................................... 245
Winter tires .................................. 245
Block heater (Canada only) .......... 246
Snow chains................................. 246
Maintenance...................................... 247
Clearing the service indicator ...... 247
Service term exceeded ................ 247
Calling up the service indicator.... 248
Resetting the service indicator .... 248
Vehicle care....................................... 249
Cleaning and care of vehicle ........ 249
Practical hints ................................ 255
What to do if … .................................. 256
Lamps in instrument cluster ........ 256
Lamp in center console................ 260
Messages in the display............... 261
Where will I find ...? ........................... 279
First aid kit ................................... 279
Vehicle tool kit ............................. 279
Spare wheel ................................. 281
Unlocking/locking in an emergency.. 285
Unlocking the vehicle ................... 285
Locking the vehicle ...................... 286
Changing batteries ....................... 286
Fuel filler flap ............................... 287
Manually unlocking the
transmission selector lever .......... 288
Opening/closing in an emergency..... 289
Sliding/pop-up roof* ................... 289
Replacing bulbs ................................. 290
Bulbs ............................................ 290
Replacing bulbs for front lamps ... 292
Side marker lamp bulb ................. 294
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps..... 295
Replacing wiper blades ....................... 296
Removing ...................................... 296
Installing ....................................... 296
Flat tire ............................................... 297
Preparing the vehicle .................... 297
Mounting the spare wheel ............ 297
Battery................................................ 303
Disconnecting the battery............. 304
Removing the battery.................... 304
Charging and reinstalling
the battery .................................... 304
Reconnecting the battery.............. 305
Jump starting ...................................... 306
Towing the vehicle.............................. 308
Installing towing eye bolt .............. 311
Fuses.................................................. 312
Fuse box in passenger
compartment ................................ 312
Fuse box in engine
compartment ................................ 312
Auxiliary fuse box in trunk............. 313
Contents
Technical data .................................. 315
Spare parts service ............................ 316
Warranty coverage ............................. 317
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet ...................... 317
Identification labels ............................ 318
Layout of poly-V-belt drive.................. 319
C 230 Kompressor Sport .............. 319
C 240 / C 320 (all models)........... 319
C 32 AMG ..................................... 319
Engine ................................................ 320
Rims and Tires.................................... 322
Same size tires ............................. 323
Mixed size tires............................. 324
Spare wheel .................................. 325
Electrical system ................................ 326
Main dimensions ................................ 327
Weights .............................................. 328
Contents
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. .......... 329
Capacities .................................... 329
Engine oils .................................... 332
Engine oil additives ...................... 332
Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 332
Brake fluid .................................... 332
Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 333
Fuel requirements ........................ 333
Gasoline additives ........................ 334
Flexible Fuel Vehicles ................... 334
Coolants....................................... 336
Windshield washer and
headlamp cleaning* system ......... 338
Consumer information ....................... 339
Uniform tire quality grading .......... 339
Technical terms ............................... 341
Index................................................. 347

Product information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:
We recommend using Mercedes-Benz orig­inal parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.
We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in indi­vidual cases an official approval or authori­zation by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and acces­sories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.

Introduction

Product information
Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories ap­proved by us are available at your autho­rized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be per­formed.
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Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Operator’s Manual
This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the in­structions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in dam­age to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by fail­ure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your au­thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper proce­dures.
We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, infor­mation, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.
Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instruc­tions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Ce nter w ill be glad to info rm you o f corr ect care and operating procedures.
The Operator’s Manual and Service Book­let are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:
New Car Limited Warranty
Emission System Warranty
Emission Performance Warranty
California, Maine, Massachusetts, and
Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)
State Warranty Enforcement Laws
(Lemon Laws)
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Introduction
Operator’s Manual
Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its au­thorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or mal­functions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the pe­riod of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles (approx. 29 000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair at­tempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following oc­curs:
(1) the same substantial defect or mal-
function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that de­fect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,
(2) the same substantial defect or mal-
function of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have direct­ly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason
of repair of the same or different sub-
stantial defects or malfunctions for a
cumulative total of more than
30 calender days. Written notification
should be sent to us, not a dealer, at
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer
Assistance Center, One Mercedes
Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.
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Operator’s Manual

Maintenance

The Service Booklet describes all the nec­essary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your autho­rized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each ser­vice in the booklet for you.

Roadside Assistance

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory-trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Cus­tomer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Pro­gram brochure in your glove box.

Change of address or ownership

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Informa­tion Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it avail­able to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty In­formation Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen­ter (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
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Operator’s Manual
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in for­eign countries, please be aware that
service facilities or replacement parts
may not be readily available.
unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat-
alytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts.
gasoline may have a considerably low-
er octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail­able for delivery in Europe under our Euro­pean Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
in the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
in Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5
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Where to find it
Where to find it
This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro­vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. For you to find information quickly each section has its own reference color:
At a glance
Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.
Getting started
Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are rent­ing or borrowing this vehicle.
Safety and Security
Her e yo u w il l fi nd des cr ip tio ns of th e sa fe ty features of your vehicle.
Controls in detail
Here you will find detailed information about the equipment installed in your vehi­cle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes techni­cal innovations. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.
Operation
Here you will find all the information you need for the proper operation of your vehi­cle.
Practical hints
This section provides fast assistance for dealing with problems you may encounter.
Technical data
All important technical data for your vehi­cle can be found in this section.
Indexes
The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms.
The table of contents and the index are de­signed to help you find information quickly and easily.
The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation:
this Operator’s Manual
the Service Booklet
Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehi­cle.
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Symbols
The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:
Warning! G
Introduction
Symbols
This symbol points to instructions for
you to follow.
* Optional equipment is identified
with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehi­cle.
Warning notices draw your attention to haz­ards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others.
!
Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle.
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Helpful hints or further information you may find useful.
A number of these symbols appearing
in succession indicates a multiple-step
procedure.
Page This symbol tells you where to
look for further information on a topic.
컄컄 This continuation symbol marks
an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page.
-> In the glossary of technical
terms, this symbol is used to cross-reference term defini­tions.
Display
Words appearing in the multi­function display are printed in the type shown here.
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Operating safety
Operating safety
Warning! G
Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are in­terconnected, any modification made may produce an undesired effect on other sys­tems.
Electronic system malfunctions could seri­ously impair the operating safety of your ve­hicle.
Ensure that any repairs or modifications to electronic components are carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore nev­er turn off the engine while driving.
Proper use of the vehicle
Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules:
the safety precautions in this manual
the “Technical data” section in this
manual
traffic rules and regulations
motor vehicle laws and safety stan-
dards
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Problems with your vehicle
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:
In the USA:
Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5
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Reporting safety defects

Reporting safety defects
For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor ve­hicle safety from the Hotline.
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At a glance

Cockpit
Instrument cluster
Multifunction steering wheel
Center console
Overhead control panel
Door control panel
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At a glance
Cockpit
Cockpit
20
At a glance
Cockpit
Item Page
1 Combination switch
Turn signals 47
Windshield wipers 48
High beam 47
2 Cruise control lever 193
3 Instrument cluster 22,
107
4 Multifunction steering
wheel
24,
112
5 Lever for voice control
system*, see separate operating instructions
Item Page
6 Overhead control panel 27
7 Glove box lid release, glove
203
box lock
8 Glove box 203
9 Center console 25
10 Starter switch 31
11 Horn
12 Steering wheel adjustment
37
handle (manual)
13 Steering wheel adjustment
38
stalk (electrical)*
Item Page
14 Hood lock release 235
15 Parking brake pedal 45, 51
16 Trunk lid release switch 88
17 Door control panel 28
18 Parking brake release 45
19 Exterior lamp switch 101
20 Exterior rear view mirror
39
adjustment
21 Headlamp washer switch* 146
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At a glance
Instrument cluster
Instrument cluster
22
At a glance
Instrument cluster
Item Page
1 Turn signal indicator lamp,
left
2 Speedometer
3 Turn signal indicator lamp,
right
4 Fuel gauge with:
Fuel reserve warning lamp 259
5 < Seat belt nonusage
warning lamp
1 Supplemental
restraint system indicator lamp
6 Multifunction display
with:
Trip odometer 109
Main odometer 111
47
47
61,
259
56,
257
111
Item Page
Selector lever position 140,
Program mode 142
Outside temperature dis­play
Digital clock 111
7 ? Engine malfunction
indicator lamp
v Electronic Stability
Program (ESP) warning lamp
A High beam head-
lamp indicator
E Indicator lamp with-
out function
DTR Indicator lamp with-
out function
1
The indicator lamp illuminates briefly when you turn the key in the starter switch to position 2.
1
1
141
110
259
75,
256
47,
104
Item Page
8 - Antilock Brake Sys-
tem (ABS) malfunc­tion indicator lamp
; Brake warning
lamp, USA only
3 Brake warning
lamp, Canada only
9 Tachometer 109
10 Reset knob for:
Resetting trip odome-
ter
Resetting individual
settings
Instrument cluster illu-
mination
73,
257
45, 51,
258
45, 51,
258
109
120
107
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At a glance
Multifunction steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
Item Page
1 Multifunction display in
speedometer
Operating control sys­tem
2 Selecting the submenu or
setting the volume
ç down/to decrease
æ up/to increase
3 Telephone*: Press button
í to take a call
ì to end a call
111
111
Item Page
4 Menu systems: Press but-
ton
è for next system
ÿ for previous system
5 Moving within a menu:
Press button
j for next display
k for previous display
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Center console

Upper part
Item Page
1 Seat heater*, driver’s side 97
2 Rear window sunshade
switch
3 ESP control switch 75
4 Hazard warning flasher
switch – switching on/off
5 Central locking switch 92
6 Rear seat head restraints
switch
7 Anti-theft alarm system in-
dicator lamp
Tow-away alarm switch 80
147
104
36
79
At a glance
Center console
Item Page
8 Seat heater*, passenger
side
9 Indicator lamp 7 67,
10 Audio system, or 165
COMAND* (see separate operating instructions)
11 Climate control 148
Automatic climate control* 156
Rear window defroster 153,
97
260
162
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At a glance
Center console
Lower part
Item Page
1 Ashtray 207
2 Selector lever for
automatic transmission*
Gearshift lever for manual transmission
3 Storage compartment 205
Cup holder 204
Cigarette lighter 208
4 Armrest 206
5 Program mode selector for
automatic transmission
44,
138
44,
137
142
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Overhead control panel

Item Page
1 Rear interior lighting
on/off
2 Sliding/pop-up roof* 190
3 Right reading lamp on/off 106
4 Interior lighting control 105
5 Hands-free microphone for
Tele Aid* (emergency call system), telephone* and voice control system* (see separate operating instruc­tions)
6 Rear view mirror 39,
7 Garage door opener 217
8 Left reading lamp on/off 106
9 Tele Aid* (emergency call
system) button
105
134, 182,
209
144
209
At a glance
Overhead control panel
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At a glance

Door control panel

Door control panel
Item Page
1 Door handle 87
2 Memory function (for stor-
ing seat, mirror and steer­ing wheel settings)
3 Seat adjustment* 32,
4 Switches for opening/clos-
ing front door windows
5 Switch for rear door win-
dow override
6 Switches for opening/clos-
ing rear door windows
7 Remote trunk lid release
switch
98
34, 93
187
71
187
88
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Getting started

Unlocking
Adjusting
Driving
Parking and locking
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Getting started

Unlocking

The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func­tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the infor­mation given here.
If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail” section will help you with further in­formation. The corresponding page refer­ences are at the end of each segment.
Unlocking
Unlocking with SmartKey
SmartKey with remote control
1 Lock button 2
Š Opening button for trunk
3
Œ Unlock button for doors
4
 Panic button* (page 72)
Press unlock button Œ on the key.
All turn signal lamps blink once. The locking knobs in the doors move up.
Get in the vehicle and insert the key in
the starter switch.
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Canada only: Only vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm system* have SmartKeys with integrated panic button* 4.
More information can be found in the “Controls in detail” section (
page 84).
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