Mercedes-Benz C 220 1996, C 280 1996, C 36 AMG 1996 Owner's Manual
What You Should Know
at the Gas Station
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MERCEDES-BENZ
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
Fuel consumption, to a great extent,
depends on driving habits and operat
ing conditions.
To save fuel you should:
• keep tires at the recommended
inflation pressures,
• remove unnecessary loads,
• remove roof rack when not in use,
• allow engine to warm up under low
load use,
• avoid frequent acceleration and
deceleration,
• have all maintenance work per
formed at regular intervals by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz
dealer.
Fuel consumption is also increased
by driving in cold weather, in
stop-and-go traffic, on short trips
and in hilly country.
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Mercedes-Benz
Owner’s Manual
1996
C 220
C 280
C 36 AMG
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We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as
well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved
by us for your vehicle model.
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and accessories approved by us are available at your
Mercedes-Benz service station where you will receive
comprehensive information, also on permissible technical
modifications, and where proper installation will be
performed.
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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
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investment of your time:
• Please read this manual carefully before putting it
aside.
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this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with
the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe,
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Introduction
This Owner’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 dealer will be glad to demonstrate
the proper procedures.
Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy
The Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet
contains detailed information about the warranties
covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:
• New Car Limited Warranty,
• Emission System Warranty,
• Emission Performance Warranty,
• California Emission Control System Warranty
(California only),
• State Warranty Enforcement Laws
(Lemon Laws).
Important Notice for California Retail Buyers of
Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a
replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the
purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz of North America,
Inc. or its authorized dealer fails to conform the
vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable
number of repair attempts during the period of one
year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the
vehicle. A reasonable number of repair attempts is
presumed for a retail buyer (1) if the vehicle is out
of service by reason of repair of substantial non
conformities for a cumulative total of more than
30 calendar days or (2) the same substantial non
conformity has been subject to repair four or more
times and you have at least once directly notified
us in writing of the need to repair the non-con
formity and have given us an opportunity to per
form the repair ourselves. Notifications should
be sent to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Regional
Office listed in the Owner’s Service and Warran
ty Information Booklet.
Maintenance
The Maintenance Booklet describes all the
necessary maintenance work which should be
performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you
when you take the vehicle to your authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer for service. The service
advisor will record each service in the booklet for
you.
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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 U.S.A.)
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 Owner’s
Service and Warranty Policy Booklet, or simply call
the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in
the U.S.A. only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES. It is in
your own interest that we can contact you should
the need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all owner’s
literature with the vehicle to make it available to the
next owner.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in
the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the
Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet, or
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (in the U.S.A. only) at 1-800-FOR-
MERCEDES.
Operating Your Vehicle Outside the U.S.A. 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 catalytic
converters may not be available; the use of
leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,
• gasoline may have a considerably lower 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 dealer or write to:
Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc.
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645
In Canada write to:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
849 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5
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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 Owner’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 Owner’s Manual, your authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer will be glad to inform you of
correct care and operating procedures.
The Owner’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are
important documents and should be kept with the
vehicle.
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Instruments and Controls
Starting the Engine
Driving Instructions
Operation
Driving
Practical Hints
Technical Data
Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc.
Consumer Information
Index
Literature
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The First 1000 Miles
(1500 km)
The more cautiously you treat your
vehicle during the break-in period,
the more satisfied you will be with
its performance later on. There
fore, drive your vehicle during the
first 1000 miles (1500 km) at
moderate vehicle and engine
speeds.
During this period, avoid heavy
loads (full throttle driving) and
excessive engine speeds.
Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It
is not recommended to brake the
vehicle by manually shifting to a
lower gear. We recommend to
select positions “3” or “2” only at
moderate speeds (for hill driving).
After 1000 miles (1500 km)
speeds may be gradually in
creased to the permissible
maximum.
Check Regularly and
Before a Long Trip
See Index
Maintenance
We strongly recommend that you
have your vehicle serviced by your
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer,
in accordance with the Mainte
nance Booklet.
Failure to have the vehicle
maintained in accordance with the
Maintenance Booklet may result in
vehicle damage not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Radio Transmitters
Warning!
Never operate radio transmit
ters equipped with a built-in or
attached antenna (i.e. without
the telephone connected to an
external antenna) from inside
the vehicle while the engine is
running. Doing so could lead
to a malfunction of the vehi
cle’s electronic system, possi
bly resulting in an accident
and personal injury.
Radio transmitters, such as a port
able telephone or a citizens band
unit, should only be used inside
the vehicle if they are connected
to an antenna that is installed on
the outside of the vehicle.
Refer to the radio transmitter
operation instructions regarding
use of an external antenna.
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Instruments and Controls
Starting the Engine
Driving Instructions
Instruments and Controls 10
Instrument Cluster
Indicator Lamp Symbols
Catalytic Converter
Starting and Turning Off
the Engine 15
Driving Instructions 16
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Instruments and Controls
For more detailed descriptions see Index.
1 Adjustable side air outlet
2 Air volume control for side air outlet
3 Exterior lamp switch
4 Parking brake release
5 Steering wheel adjustment lever
6 Hood lock release
7 Parking brake pedal
8 Combination switch
9 Cruise control switch
10 Horn, airbag
11 Instrument cluster
12 Steering lock with ignition/starter switch
13 Adjustable center air outlets
14 Air volume control for center air outlets
15 Glove box (illuminated with key in steering
lock position 1 or 2)
16 Seat heater switch
17 ASR control switch
18 Switch for rear seat head restraints
19 Hazard warning flasher switch
20 Central locking switch,
Indicator lamp for anti-theft alarm system
21 Automatic climate control
Rear window defroster switch
22 Radio
23 Cassette box
24 Ashtray with lighter
25 Storage/eyeglasses compartment
26 Power window switch
27 Trunk lid release switch
28 Mirror adjustment switch
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Instruments and Controls
Instrument Cluster 7
1 Coolant temperature gauge. See Index
2 Fuel gauge with reserve warning
lamp (yellow). See Index 10
3 Outside temperature indicator. See Index 11
4 Left turn signal indicator lamp (green) 12
5 ASR warning lamp (yellow) or
ETS warning lamp (yellow). See Index 13
6 Speedometer
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Trip odometer. See Index
Main odometer
Right turn signal indicator lamp (green)
Tachometer. See Index
Clock. See Index
Push buttons for intensity of instrument lamps.
See Index
Push button for resetting trip odometer.
See Index
Push buttons for setting clock. See Index
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Indicator Lamp Symbols
Function Indicator Lamp
Battery not being charged properly.
See Index
High beam
Warning Lamps
(should go out with the engine running unless)
ASR or ETS.
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Adjust driving to road condition.
See Index
Fluid level for windshield and headlamp
washer system low.
See Index
Coolant level low. See Index
Engine oil level low. See Index
Brake pads worn down. See Index
Brake fluid low (except Canada).
Parking brake engaged.
See Index
Brake fluid low (Canada only).
Parking brake engaged.
See Index
Exterior lamp failure. See Index
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ASR malfunction. See Index
ETS malfunction. See Index
ABS malfunction. See Index
Instrument Cluster
Fasten seat belts. See Index
Indicator Lamp Symbols
SRS malfunction. See Index
Telescopic steering column not locked.
See Index
Engine malfunction indicator lamp.
If the lamp comes on when the engine is
running, it indicates a malfunction of the
fuel injection system or emission control
system. In either case, we recommend
that you have the malfunction checked as
soon as possible. See Index
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Catalytic Converter
Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped
with monolithic type catalytic
converters, an important element
in conjunction with the oxygen
sensors to achieve substantial
control of the pollutants in the
exhaust emissions. Keep your
vehicle in proper operating
condition by following our
recommended maintenance
instructions as outlined in your
Maintenance Booklet.
Caution!
To prevent damage to the cata
lytic converters, use only premium
unleaded gasoline in this vehicle.
Any noticeable irregularities in
engine operation should be re
paired promptly. Otherwise,
excessive unburned fuel may
reach the catalytic converter
causing it to overheat.
Warning!
As with any vehicle, do not
idle, park or operate this ve
hicle in areas where combus
tible materials such as grass,
hay or leaves can come into
contact with the hot exhaust
system, as these materials
could be ignited.
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Starting and Turning Off
the Engine
Start Lock-Out
Important!
The engine can only be started, if
the vehicle was unlocked from the
outside.
Before Starting
Engage parking brake and ensure
selector lever is in position “ P” or
“N”. Turn key in steering lock to
position 2. The charge indicator
lamp should come on.
Note:
If transmit button of the remote
control is inadvertently pressed
again prior to starting the engine,
the start lock-out is activated. In
this case press transmit button
again to deactivate the start lock
out.
Cold Engine
Do not depress accelerator. Turn
key in steering lock clockwise to
the stop. Release key only when
the engine is firing regularly.
Hot Engine
Do not depress accelerator. Turn
key in steering lock clockwise to
the stop. If the engine has not
fired after approx. 4 seconds,
depress accelerator and continue
cranking until the engine is firing
regularly. Release key and back
off accelerator.
At very high coolant temperatures
the engine starting time can be
shortened if the accelerator is de
pressed slowly at the beginning of
the starting process.
Turning Off
Turn the key in the steering lock to
position 0 to stop the engine.
The key can only be removed with
the selector lever in position “P”.
Important!
Due to the installed starter non
repeat feature, the key must be
turned completely to the left before
attempting to start the engine
again.
The battery charge indicator lamp
should go out as as soon as the
engine has started.
In areas where temperatures fre
quently drop below -4 °F (-20°C)
we recommend that an engine
block heater be installed. Your
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer
will advise you on this subject.
Driving Instructions
Warning!
If you feel a sudden signifi
cant vibration or ride distur
bance, or you suspect that
possible damage to your vehi
cle has occurred, you should
turn on the hazard flashers,
carefully slow down, and drive
with caution to an area which
is a safe distance from the
roadway.
Inspect the tires and under
the vehicle for possible dam
age. If the vehicle or tires
appear unsafe, have it towed
to the nearest Mercedes-Benz
or tire dealer for repairs.
Power Assistance
Warning!
When the engine is not
running, the brake and
steering systems are without
power assistance. Under
these circumstances, a much
greater effort is necessary to
stop or steer the vehicle.
Brakes
Warning!
After driving in heavy rain for
some time without applying
the brakes or through water
deep enough to wet brake
components, the first braking
action may be somewhat re
duced and increased pedal
pressure may be necessary.
Be sure to maintain a safe
distance from vehicles in
front.
Resting your foot on the brake
pedal will cause excessive
and premature wear of the
brake pads.
It can also result in the brakes
overheating thereby signifi
cantly reducing their effective
ness. It may not be possible
to stop the car in sufficient
time to avoid an accident.
The condition of the parking brake
system is checked each time the
car is in the shop for the required
maintenance.
If the parking brake is released
and the brake warning lamp in the
instrument cluster stays on, the
brake fluid level in the reservoir is
too low.
Brake pad wear or a leak in the
system may be the reason for low
brake fluid in the reservoir.
Have the brake system inspected
at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
dealer immediately.
All checks and maintenance work
on the brake system should be
carried out by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Install only brake pads and brake
fluid recommended by Mercedes-
Benz.
Warning!
If other than recommended
brake pads are installed, or
other than recommended
brake fluid is used, the
braking properties of the
vehicle can be degraded to an
extent that safe braking is
substantially impaired.
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Caution!
When driving down long and steep
grades, relieve the load on the
brakes by shifting into “3” or “2”.
This helps prevent overheating of
the brakes and reduces brake pad
wear. Do not exceed engine speed
limits. Refer to Technical Data for
downshift points.
After hard braking, it is advisable
to drive on for some time, rather
than immediately parking, so the
air stream will cool down the
brakes faster.
Tires
Tread wear indicators (TWI) are
required by law. These indicators
are located in six places on the
tread circumference and become
visible at a depth of approximately
1/16 in (1.5 mm), at which point the
tire is considered worn and should
be replaced.
The tread wear indicator appears
as a solid band across the tread.
Warning!
Do not allow your tires to wee
down too far. As tread depth
approaches 1/16 in (1.5 mm),
the adhesion properties on a
wet road are sharply reduced
Depending upon the weather
and/or road surface (condi
tions), the tire traction varies
widely.
Specified tire pressures must be
maintained. This applies parti
cularly if the tires are subjected to
high loads (e.g. high speeds,
heavy loads, high ambient
temperatures).
Warning!
Do not drive with a flat tire. A
flat tire affects the ability to
steer or brake the vehicle. You
may lose control of the car.
Continued driving with a flat
tire or driving at high speed
with a flat tire will cause ex
cessive heat build-up and
possibly a fire.
Aquaplaning
Depending on the depth of the
water layer on the road, aqua
planing may occur, even at low
speeds and with new tires.
Reduce vehicle speed, avoid track
grooves in the road and apply
brakes cautiously in the rain.
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Tire Traction
The safe speed on a wet, snow
covered or icy road is always
lower than on a dry road.
You should pay particular attention
to the condition of the road when
ever the outside temperatures are
close to the freezing point.
Warning!
If ice has formed on the road,
tire traction will be substan
tially reduced. Under such
weather conditions, drive,
steer and brake with extreme
caution.
We recommend M + S radial-ply
tires for the winter season for all
four wheels to insure normal bal
anced handling characteristics. On
packed snow, they can reduce
your stopping distance as com
pared with summer tires. Stopping
distance, however, is still con
siderably greater than when the
road is wet or dry.
Tire Speed Rating
Model C 36 AMG only:
This vehicle is factory equipped
with “Z”-rated tires.
All other models:
These vehicles are factory
equipped with “H”-rated tires,
which have a European speed
rating of 130 mph (210 km/h). An
electronic speed limiter prevents
your vehicle from exceeding the
speed rating.
Despite the tire rating, local speed
limits should be obeyed. Use pru
dent driving speeds appropriate to
prevailing conditions.
Warning!
Even when permitted by law,
never operate a vehicle at
speeds greater than the maxi
mum speed rating of the tires.
Exceeding the maximum
speed for which tires are rated
can lead to sudden tire failure
causing loss of vehicle control
and resulting in personal
injury and possible death.
Parking
Warning!
To reduce the risk of personal
injury as a result of vehicle
movement, before turning off
the engine and leaving the
vehicle always:
1. Keep right foot on brake
pedal.
2. Firmly depress parking
brake pedal.
3. Move the selector lever to
position “P”.
4. Slowly release brake pedal.
5. Turn front wheels towards
the road curb.
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. Turn the key to steering
lock position 0 and remove.
Important!
It is advisable to set the parking
brake whenever parking or leaving
the vehicle. In addition, move
selector lever to position “ P” .
When parking on hills, always set
the parking brake.
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Winter Driving Instructions
The most important rule for
slippery or icy roads is to drive
sensibly and to avoid abrupt ac
celeration, braking and steering
maneuvers. Do not use the cruise
control system under such
conditions.
When the vehicle is in danger of
skidding, move selector lever to
position “N” . Try to keep the
vehicle under control by corrective
steering action.
Road salts and chemicals can
adversely affect braking efficien
cy. Increased pedal force may
become necessary to produce the
normal brake effect. We therefore
recommend depressing the brake
pedal periodically when traveling
at length on salt-strewn roads.
This can bring road salt impaired
braking efficiency back to normal.
A prerequisite is, however, that
this is done without endangering
other drivers on the road.
If the vehicle is parked after being
driven on salt treated roads, the
braking efficiency should be tested
as soon as possible after driving is
resumed while observing the safe
ty rules in the previous paragraph.
Warning!
If the vehicle becomes stuck
in snow, make sure that snow
is kept clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around the ve
hicle with engine running.
Otherwise, deadly carbon
monoxide (CO) gases may
enter vehicle interior resulting
in unconsciousness and
death.
To assure sufficient fresh air
ventilation, open a window
slightly on the side of the car
that is out of the wind.
Passenger Compartment
Warning!
Always fasten items being
carried as securely as
possible.
In an accident, during hard
braking or sudden maneuvers,
loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and
cause injury to vehicle occu
pants unless the items are
securely fastened in the
vehicle.
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Operation
Automatic Climate Control 22 Armrest, Rear
Basic Setting -
Automatic Mode
Defogging Windows 24
Defrosting 24
Rear Window Defroster 24 Restraint System (SRS)
Air Recirculation 25 Seat Belts
Car Keys
Infrared Remote Control
Central Locking System 29 Airbags 44
Doors
Trunk 30 Enlarged Cargo Area 49
Power Windows and
Sliding/Pop-Up Roof 31
Anti-Theft Alarm System 32
Seats, Front
Power Seats
Manual Seats
Multicontour Backrest 35
Heated Seats
Adjusting Telescopic Steering
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27 Retractor (ETR)
29 Child Restraint
33 Shelf below Rear Window
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36 Exterior Lamp Switch
Column
Head Restraints, Rear
Seat Belts and Supplemental
Emergency Tensioning
Split Folding Rear Seat
Backrest
Loading Instructions 50 Trip Odometer
Cargo Tie-Down Rings
Steering Lock
Combination Switch
Night Security Illumination 56
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44 Interior Lighting
47
49
51 Clock
51 Trunk Lid Release Switch
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55
Inside Rear View Mirror
Exterior Rear View Mirrors
Ashtrays
Lighter
Sun Visors
Vanity Mirrors
Storage Compartments
and Cupholder
Sliding Roof with Rear
Pop-Up Feature 62
Power Windows
Instrument Lamps
Display Illumination
Antenna
Cellular Telephone
Ski Sack
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63
64
64
64
64
65
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Automatic Climate Control
The system is always at operation
al readiness, except when manual
ly switched off.
The automatic climate control only
operates with the engine running.
The temperature selector should
be left at the desired temperature
setting. The temperature selected
is reached as quickly as possible.
The system will not heat or cool
any quicker by setting a higher or
lower temperature.
1 Air volume control
for center air outlet,
turn wheel up to open
2 Air volume control
for right air outlet.
To open air outlets:
Turn wheel to position I5S1 .
3 Center air outlets,
adjustable
4 Side air outlets,
adjustable
5 Display and Controls
The automatic climate control
removes considerable moisture
from the air during operation in the
cooling mode. It is normal for
water to drip on the ground
through ducts in the underbody.
Important!
This vehicle is equipped with an
air conditioner system that uses
RFC-134a (ozone-friendly hydro-
fluorocarbon) as a refrigerant.
Repairs should always be per
formed by a qualified technician,
and refrigerant should be collected
in a recovery system for recycling.
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Display and Controls
Press to activate, indicator
lamp is on while activated.
H U B Automatic mode
Raise temperature
Lower temperature
Defrost
| Air recirculation
| Rear window defroster
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J Economy mode
te s flAir volume, manual
f lg f l Residual engine heat
■■"■■utilization
Basic Setting - Automatic
Mode
Press BSD for automatic mode.
Simultaneously press both
and K 3 for temperature
setting of 72° F.
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Air volume and distribution are
controlled automatically.
This setting can be used all year
around.
Economy
The function of this setting
corresponds to the automatic
mode. However, because the air
conditioning compressor will not
engage (fuel savings), it is not
possible to air condition in this
setting.
Press E 3 button to activate.
Press E 3 button once again to
return to previous setting.
Special Settings
(use only for short duration)
Defogging Windows
Switch off E S button.
Press QSQ button.
Press JEM button repeatedly until
air is directed upward.
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Turn wheels (2) to position ffS l to
open left and right air outlets (4).
Adjust air outlets upward.
Defrosting
Turn wheels (2) to position to
open left and right air outlets (4).
Adjust air outlets upward.
Press button. Maximum heat
ed and automatically controlled
amount of air is directed to the
windshield and side windows.
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Press B a button once again to
return to previous setting.
Rear Window Defroster
Turn key in steering lock to
position 2.
To select, press Inn J button.
To cancel, press |n n j button
again.
Note:
Heavy accumulation of snow and
ice should be removed before
activating the defroster.
The rear window defroster uses a
large amount of power. To keep
the battery drain to a minimum,
turn off the defroster as soon as
the window is clear.
The defroster is automatically
turned off after a maximum of
12 minutes of operation.
If several power consumers are
turned on simultaneously, or the
battery is only partially charged, it
is possible that the defroster will
automatically turn itself off. When
this happens, the indicator lamp
inside the switch starts blinking.
As soon as the battery has suffi
cient voltage, the defroster auto
matically turns itself back on.
Air Distribution
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Press button repeatedly until
the requested symbol is displayed.
Air Volume
Press - or + side of rocker switch
E31 until the requested blower
speed is attained. A choice of 7
blower speeds is available.
To switch the automatic climate
control off, press - side of rocker
switch E g until symbol OFF is
displayed.
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The fresh air supply to the car
interior is shut off.
While driving, use this setting only
temporarily, otherwise the
windshield could fog up.
To switch the automatic climate
control on again, press Q5H,
KgJ , or + side of E g .
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Air Recirculation
This mode can be selected to
prevent annoying odors or dust
from entering the car’s interior.
Outside air is not supplied to the
car’s interior.
To select, press Eggj! button.
To cancel, press button
again.
The system will automatically
switch from recirculated air to
fresh air
• after approx. 5 minutes at
outside temperatures below
approx. 40°F (5°C),
• after approx. 30 minutes, at
outside temperatures above
approx. 40°F (5°C),
• after approx. 5 minutes, if
button E l is pressed.
Notes:
If the windows should fog up from
the inside, switch from recirculated
air back to fresh air.
At high outside temperatures, the
system automatically engages the
recirculated air mode thereby
increasing the cooling capacity
performance, switching to partially
fresh air within 20 minutes.
Dust Filter
Dust particles (down to a certain
size) and pollen are filtered out
before outside air enters the pas
senger compartment through the
air distribution system.
Notes:
Do not obstruct the air flow by
placing objects on the air flow
through exhaust slots below the
rear window.
Also keep the air intake grille in
front of windshield free of snow
and debris.
Residual Engine Fleat Utilization
With the engine switched off, it is
possible to continue heating the
interior for a short while.
Air volume and distribution are
controlled automatically.
To select:
Turn key in steering lock to
position 1 or 0 or remove key.
Close air outlet in rear passenger
compartment.
Press F!B5! button.
This function selection will not
activate if the battery charge level
is insufficient.
To cancel:
Press rTH l button.
The system will automatically
shut off
• if you turn key in steering lock
to position 2,
• after approx. 30 minutes,
• if the battery voltage drops.
Car Keys
Included with your vehicle are:
• 2 Infrared remote controls
with folding master keys,
• 1 Master key,
• 1 Valet key, 7he master key fits all locks on the
• 1 Flat key. car.
Notes:
Do not give the master key to an
unauthorized person.
We recommend that you carry the
flat key with you and keep it in a
safe place (e.g. your wallet) so
that it is always handy. Never
leave the flat key in the vehicle.
Infrared Remote Control with
Folding Master Key
The valet key works only in the
door locks and the steering lock.
The valet key will not work in the
The master key fits all locks on the trunk and storage compartments
car. locks.
To release the key, press button
(1). The key unfolds from the
holder by itself.
The transmitter for the infrared
remote control is located in the
key holder, the receiver is located
on the inside rear view mirror.
The flat key fits all locks on the
car.
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Warning!
When leaving the vehicle al
ways remove the key from the
steering lock. Do not leave
children unattended in the
vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment may cause
serious personal injury.
Obtaining Replacement Keys
Your vehicle is equipped with a
theft deterrent locking system
requiring a special key manu
facturing process. For security
reasons, replacement keys can
only be obtained from your
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Infrared Remote Control
Start Lock-Out
Important!
Locking the vehicle activates the
start lock-out.
The engine can only be started, if
the vehicle was unlocked from the
outside.
Note:
If transmit button of the remote
control is inadvertently pressed
again prior to starting the engine,
the start lock-out is activated. In
this case press transmit button
again to deactivate the start lock
out.
1 Transmit button
2 Transmitter eye and battery
check
The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel
filler flap can be centrally locked
and unlocked, as well as the
windows and sliding roof closed
with infrared remote control.
With vehicle centrally locked, the
trunk can also be opened by using
the infrared remote control. Aim
transmitter eye at receiver and
press transmit button twice.
3 Receiver on inside rear view
mirror
4 Red indicator lamp
(locking)
5 Green indicator lamp
(unlocking)
The transmitter is located in the
key holder, the receiver is located
on the inside rear view mirror.
Operation
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Locking and Unlocking
Aim transmitter eye at receiver on
inside rear view mirror and press
transmit button. Distance to
receiver max. 20 ft (6 m).
The red or green indicator lamp
on the receiver should blink. It
stops blinking when the vehicle is
properly locked or unlocked.
Notes:
It the trunk was previously locked
separately, it will remain locked
(see Index).
If the green and red indicator
lamps simultaneously flash for
approx. 30 seconds, or the vehicle
cannot be locked or unlocked by
pressing the transmit button, then
it may be necessary to change the
batteries in the transmitter (if ok,
battery indicator lamp in transmit
ter will light briefly when transmit
ting) or to synchronize the system,
see Remote Control, Infrared in
Index.
Closing Windows and Sliding/
Pop-Up Roof from Outside
Continue to press transmit button
(1) after locking car. Distance to
receiver max. 10 ft. (3 m).
The windows and sliding/pop-up
roof begin to close after approx.
2 seconds.
Warning!
Never close the windows or
sliding/pop-up roof if there is
the possibility of anyone being
harmed by the closing
procedure.
In case the closing procedure
causes potential danger, the
closing procedure can be
immediately reversed by
releasing and pressing the
remote control button again
until the green indicator lamp
at the receiver blinks. The
sliding/pop-up roof and
windows will open again. The
sliding/pop-up roof will only
open if it was not fully closed.
Note:
If the side windows and sliding/'
pop-up roof cannot be closed
automatically by pressing the
transmit button of the infrared
remote control (e.g. after a battery
change), aim transmitter eye at
receiver and press transmit button
twice. Within 30 seconds turn the
key in door lock, or in steering
lock to position 2.
The automatic closing procedure
of the windows and sliding/pop-up
roof should now be restored.
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