Mercedes-Benz C 230 2007, C-Class 2007, C 350 Sport 2007, C 280 4MATIC 2007, C 280 2007 User Manual

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Operator’s Manual

C-Class Sedan

2035843471

Order No. 6515 0183 13 Part No. 203 584 34 71 USA Edition A, 2007

C-Class Sedan

C 230 C 230 Sport C 280 C 280 4MATIC C 350 C 350 4MATIC C 350 Sport

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. Furthermore, 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:

앫 Please read this manual carefully, then

return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

앫 Please follow the recommendations

contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

앫 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

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

Vehicle data recording......................... 19

Information regarding

electronic recording devices .......... 19

At a glance.......................................... 21

Cockpit................................................. 22

Instrument cluster ................................ 24

Multifunction steering wheel ................ 26

Center console ..................................... 27

Upper part ...................................... 27

Lower part ...................................... 28

Overhead control panel ........................ 29

Door control panel................................ 30

Getting started................................... 31

Unlocking ............................................. 32

Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 32

Starter switch positions.................. 32

Adjusting.............................................. 34

Seats .............................................. 34

Steering wheel................................ 38

Mirrors............................................ 41

Driving.................................................. 43

Fastening the seat belt................... 43

Starting the engine ......................... 46

Parking brake ................................. 48

Driving ............................................ 48

Switching on headlamps................. 50

Turn signals .................................... 50

Windshield wipers........................... 51

Problems while driving.................... 53

Parking and locking.............................. 54

Parking brake ................................. 54

Switching off headlamps................. 55

Turning off engine........................... 55

Releasing seat belts........................ 56

Locking........................................... 56

Contents

Safety and Security........................... 57

Occupant safety................................... 58

Air bags .......................................... 59

Occupant Classification System..... 64

Seat belts....................................... 69

Active head restraint ...................... 73

Children in the vehicle.................... 74

Blocking of

rear door window operation ........... 80

Panic alarm*........................................ 81

Activating ....................................... 81

Deactivating ................................... 81

Driving safety systems......................... 82

ABS ................................................ 82

BAS ................................................ 84

ESP

............................................... 85

Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESP

Anti-theft systems................................ 89

Immobilizer..................................... 89

Anti-theft alarm system*................ 89

..... 88

Controls in detail............................... 91

Locking and unlocking......................... 92

SmartKey ....................................... 92

Checking the batteries................... 95

Loss of SmartKey

or mechanical key.......................... 95

Opening the doors from the inside. 96

Opening the trunk .......................... 96

Closing the trunk............................ 97

Trunk emergency release............... 98

Valet locking .................................. 99

Automatic central locking .............. 99

Locking and unlocking

from the inside............................. 100

Seats ................................................. 101

Front seat active head restraints . 101

Rear seat head restraints ............. 101

Lumbar support............................ 105

Multicontour seats*

(Canada only)............................... 105

Seat heating*............................... 106

Memory function* ............................. 107

Storing positions into memory..... 108

Recalling positions from memory. 108

Lighting ............................................. 109

Exterior lamp switch .................... 109

Combination switch ..................... 113

Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* (C 230 (Canada only), C 280, C 350 and models with 4MATIC: with

Bi-Xenon* headlamps) ................. 113

Hazard warning flasher ................ 115

Interior lighting ............................ 116

Door entry lamps ......................... 117

Trunk lamp................................... 117

Instrument cluster ............................. 118

Adjusting

instrument cluster illumination .... 118

Coolant temperature gauge ......... 119

Resetting trip odometer............... 119

Tachometer.................................. 120

Outside temperature indicator..... 120

Control system .................................. 121

Multifunction display.................... 121

Multifunction steering wheel........ 122

Menus.......................................... 124

Standard display menu ................ 126

AUDIO menu ................................ 127

NAV* menu.................................. 129

Contents

Vehicle status

message memory menu............... 130

Settings menu.............................. 131

Trip computer menu..................... 144

TEL menu* ................................... 146

Manual transmission ......................... 149

Shifting into reverse..................... 150

Automatic transmission*................... 151

Gear selector lever....................... 151

Shifting procedure ....................... 152

Gear selector lever positions ....... 153

Driving tips................................... 155

Gear ranges ................................. 156

Automatic shift program .............. 157

One-touch gearshifting................. 158

Emergency operation

(Limp-Home Mode) ...................... 159

Good visibility.................................... 160

Headlamp cleaning system* ........ 160

Rear view mirrors......................... 160

Sun visors .................................... 161

Rear window sunshade* .............. 162

Rear window defroster................. 163

Climate control................................... 164

Deactivating the

climate control system ................. 167

Operating the climate control

system in automatic mode............ 167

Setting the temperature................ 168

Adjusting air

distribution and volume ................ 168

Adjusting air volume ..................... 169

Front defroster.............................. 169

Air recirculation mode .................. 170

Air conditioning............................. 172

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air vents....................... 173

Automatic climate control .................. 174

Deactivating the automatic

climate control system ................. 177

Operating the automatic climate control system

in automatic mode........................ 177

Setting the temperature................ 178

Adjusting air distribution............... 178

Adjusting air volume ..................... 179

Front defroster.............................. 179

Maximum cooling MAXCOOL........ 180

Air recirculation mode .................. 181

Charcoal filter............................... 183

Air conditioning ............................ 184

Residual heat and ventilation

(Canada only)................................ 185

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air vents ...................... 186

Audio system...................................... 187

Audio and telephone, operation.... 187

Operating safety ........................... 187

Operating and display elements ... 188

Button and soft key operation ...... 190

Operation...................................... 190

Radio operation ............................ 194

Introduction to satellite radio*

(USA only)..................................... 197

CD mode....................................... 201

GSM network phones ................... 208

TDMA or CDMA network phones .. 214

Emergency calls “911” ................. 219

Power windows .................................. 221

Opening and closing

the windows ................................. 221

Synchronizing power windows...... 222

Summer opening feature.............. 223

Convenience closing feature......... 223

Contents

Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ................ 224

Opening and closing

the power tilt/sliding sunroof ...... 224

Synchronizing

the power tilt/sliding sunroof ...... 226

Driving systems ................................. 227

Cruise control............................... 227

Loading.............................................. 230

Roof rack*.................................... 230

Ski sack* (Canada only) ............... 230

Split rear bench seat* .................. 233

Loading instructions..................... 235

Cargo tie-down rings* .................. 236

Useful features .................................. 237

Storage compartments................. 237

Cup holders.................................. 239

Ashtrays ....................................... 241

Cigarette lighter ........................... 242

Power outlet................................. 243

Telephone*................................... 244

Tele Aid* ...................................... 247

Garage door opener* ................... 253

Operation ......................................... 259

The first 1000 miles (1500 km)......... 260

Driving instructions............................ 261

Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 261

Drinking and driving ..................... 261

Pedals .......................................... 261

Power assistance ......................... 262

Brakes.......................................... 262

Driving off .................................... 263

Parking......................................... 264

Tires ............................................. 264

Hydroplaning................................ 265

Tire traction.................................. 265

Tire speed rating .......................... 266

Winter driving instructions ........... 267

Standing water............................. 268

Passenger compartment .............. 268

Driving abroad.............................. 268

Control and operation

of radio transmitters .................... 268

Catalytic converter....................... 269

Emission control .......................... 270

Coolant temperature.................... 270

At the gas station .............................. 271

Refueling...................................... 271

Check regularly

and before a long trip................... 273

Engine compartment ......................... 274

Hood............................................ 274

Engine oil ..................................... 276

Transmission fluid level................ 277

Coolant level................................ 278

Battery ......................................... 279

Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*.. 280

Tires and wheels................................ 281

Important guidelines .................... 281

Tire care and maintenance........... 282

Direction of rotation..................... 284

Loading the vehicle...................... 284

Recommended

tire inflation pressure................... 289

Checking tire inflation pressure... 290

MOExtended system* .................. 294

Tire labeling ................................. 295

Load identification ....................... 299

DOT, Tire Identification Number

(TIN)............................................. 299

Maximum tire load ....................... 301

Contents

Maximum tire inflation pressure .. 301 Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Standards (U.S. vehicles)............. 302

Tire ply material ........................... 304

Tire and loading terminology........ 304

Rotating tires ............................... 307

Winter driving .................................... 308

Winter tires .................................. 308

Block heater (Canada only) .......... 309

Snow chains................................. 309

Maintenance...................................... 310

Maintenance service indicator

message....................................... 310

Calling up the maintenance

service indicator display............... 312

Resetting the

maintenance service indicator ..... 312

Vehicle care....................................... 313

Cleaning and care of the vehicle .. 313

Practical hints .................................. 321

What to do if … ................................... 322

Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 322

Lamp in center console................. 331

Vehicle status messages

in the multifunction display........... 333

Where will I find ...? ............................ 356

First aid kit.................................... 356

Vehicle tool kit.............................. 356

Minispare wheel............................ 359

Spare wheel bolts ......................... 360

Unlocking/locking in an emergency... 361

Unlocking the vehicle.................... 361

Locking the vehicle ....................... 362

Manually unlocking the transmission gear selector lever... 363

Opening/closing in an emergency ..... 364

Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ........... 364

Resetting activated head restraints.... 365

Resetting

activated head restraints .............. 365

Replacing SmartKey batteries ............ 366

SmartKey...................................... 366

Replacing bulbs.................................. 367

Bulbs............................................. 368

Replacing bulbs for front lamps.... 370

Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 373

Replacing wiper blades ...................... 375

Removing and installing

wiper blades ................................. 375

Flat tire............................................... 377

Preparing the vehicle .................... 377

Mounting the Minispare wheel...... 377

MOExtended system*................... 382

Battery ............................................... 383

Disconnecting the battery ............ 384

Removing the battery ................... 384

Charging and

reinstalling the battery.................. 385

Reconnecting the battery ............. 385

Jump starting...................................... 386

Towing the vehicle.............................. 388

Installing towing eye bolt.............. 390

Fuses.................................................. 391

Main fuse box

in passenger compartment........... 392

Fuse box

in engine compartment................. 392

Fuse box in trunk.......................... 394

Contents

Technical data.................................. 395

Parts service ...................................... 396

Warranty coverage............................. 397

Loss of Service and Warranty

Information Booklet...................... 397

Identification labels............................ 398

Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 400

Engine................................................ 401

Rims and Tires ................................... 403

Same size tires............................. 404

Mixed size tires ............................ 405

Minispare wheel........................... 406

Electrical system................................ 407

Main dimensions and weights............ 408

Main dimensions .......................... 408

Weights ........................................ 408

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 409

Capacities .................................... 409

Engine oils.................................... 412

Engine oil additives ...................... 412

Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 412

Brake fluid.................................... 412

Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 413

Gasoline additives........................ 413

Fuel requirements........................ 414

Flexible Fuel Vehicles

(C 230/C 230 Sport only)............ 414

Coolants....................................... 416

Windshield washer and

headlamp cleaning system*......... 418

Index................................................. 419

왔

Product information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz 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 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

Genuine Mercedes-Benz 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.

Introduction

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 Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.

The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance 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:

앫 New Vehicle Limited Warranty 앫 Emission System Warranty 앫 Emission Performance Warranty 앫 California, Maine, Massachusetts, and

Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)

앫 State Warranty Enforcement Laws

(Lemon Laws)

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 18000 miles (approximately 29000 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 substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days.

Written notification should not be sent to a dealer, it should be addressed to Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

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 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 vehicle literature portfolio.

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.

Introduction

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

앫 service facilities or replacement parts

may not be readily available,

앫 unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat-

alytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,

앫 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 an 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 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

Introduction

Where to find it

This Operator’s Manual is designed to provide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. 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 Here you will find descriptions of the safety

and security 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 vehi-

cle can be found in this section.

Indexes The table of contents and the index are de-

signed to help you find information quickly and easily.

The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation:

앫 this Operator’s Manual 앫 the Maintenance Booklet

Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle.

왔 Symbols

Trademarks:

앫 ESP

앫 HomeLink

앫 SIRIUS and related marks are trade-

is a registered trademark of

DaimlerChrysler.

is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company.

marks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.

The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:

* 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! G

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 dam-

age to your vehicle.

Helpful hints or further information you may

find useful.

Introduction

Symbols

왘 This symbol points to instructions for

you to follow.

왘 A number of these symbols appearing

in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure.

컄 Page This symbol tells you where to

look for further information on a topic.

컄컄 This continuation symbol marks

a procedure which is continued on the next page.

컄컄 This continuation symbol marks

a warning which is continued on the next page.

-> This symbol is used to indicate cross-references to term definations.

Display

Words appearing in the multifunction display and audio display are printed in the type shown here.

Introduction

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 modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle.

See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components.

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.

Warning! G

Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels, for example when running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road.

Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.

Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules:

앫 the safety precautions in this manual 앫 the “Technical data” section in this

manual

앫 traffic rules and regulations 앫 motor vehicle laws and safety

standards

Warning! G

Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. You should not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removal of any of these labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.

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Problems with your vehicle

왔 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 an 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. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario, M4G 4C9

Introduction

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 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

Introduction

Vehicle data recording

왔 Vehicle data recording

Information regarding electronic recording devices

(Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system,

may transmit some data in certain accidents. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety.

DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others

앫 for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes 앫 with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee 앫 in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency 앫 for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or 앫 as otherwise required or permitted by law.

Please check the Tele Aid subscription service agreement for details regarding the information that may be recorded or transmitted via that system.

At a glance

Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Door control panel

At a glance

Cockpit

At a glance

Cockpit

Item Page

1 Cruise control lever 227 2 Multifunction steering

wheel

26,

122

3 Horn 4 Instrument cluster 24,

118

5 Overhead control panel 29 6 Glove box lid release 237 7 Glove box lock 237 8 Center console 27 9 Starter switch 32

Item Page

a Hood lock release 274 b Steering wheel release

handle (manual)

c Steering wheel adjustment

stalk (electrical)*

d Parking brake pedal 48, 54 e Remote trunk opening

switch

f Door control panel 30 g Parking brake release 48

Item Page

h Combination switch

앫 Turn signals 50 앫 Windshield wipers 51 앫 High beam 50

j Exterior lamp switch 50,

109

k Exterior rear view mirror

adjustment

42,

160

l Headlamp washer button* 160

At a glance

Instrument cluster

At a glance

Instrument cluster

Item Page

1 Speedometer with:

v Electronic Stability

Program (ESP

)

warning lamp

; Brake warning lamp,

USA only

3 Brake warning lamp,

Canada only

B Low beam headlamp

indicator lamp

2 L Left turn signal

indicator lamp

3 Multifunction display

with:

앫 Trip odometer 119 앫 Main odometer 121 앫 Gear selector lever

position*

85,

327

48, 54,

324

48, 54,

324

50,

109

121

47,

121,

153

Item Page

앫 Program mode* 157 앫 Status indicator (outside

temperature/digital

120,

135

speedometer)

앫 Digital clock 121

4 K Right turn signal

indicator lamp

5 Tachometer with: 120

- Antilock Brake System (ABS)

82,

322

indicator lamp

ú Engine malfunction

indicator lamp,

325,

326

USA only

± Engine malfunction

indicator lamp,

325,

326

Canada only

1 Supplemental

Restraint System

58,

330

(SRS) indicator lamp

Item Page

< Seat belt telltale 69,

328

A High beam head-

lamp indicator lamp

50,

113

6 Fuel gauge with:

Fuel reserve warning lamp 328 4 The arrow indicates

that the fuel filler cap is on the rear right-hand side.

7 Coolant temperature gauge 119 8 Button for:

앫 Resetting trip odometer 119 앫 Resetting all settings 131 앫 Instrument cluster

118

illumination

At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel

Item Page

1 Multifunction display 121

Operating control system 122

2 Selecting the submenu or

setting the volume: Press button

æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease

3 Telephone*:

Press button s to take a call

to dial a call

t to end a call

to reject an incoming call

Item Page

4 Menu systems:

Press button

è for next menu ÿ for previous menu

5 Moving within a menu:

Press button

j for next display k for previous display

C 230 Sport and C 350 Sport:

Steering wheel in these vehicles will vary from steering wheel shown. However, multifunction steering wheel symbols and feature description apply to Sport models as well.

왔 Center console

Upper part

Item Page

1 Seat heating*, driver’s side 106 2 Rear window sunshade

switch*

3 ESP® control switch 85 4 Hazard warning flasher

switch – switching on/off

5 Central locking switch 100

Central unlocking switch 100

6 Switch for folding back rear

seat head restraints

7 Anti-theft alarm system

indicator lamp*

162

115

103

At a glance

Center console

Item Page

8 Seat heating*, passenger

side

9 Front passenger front

air bag off indicator lamp

a Audio system, 187

or COMAND* (see separate

operating instructions)

b Automatic climate control* 174

Climate control 164 Rear window defroster 163

106

68,

332,

339

At a glance

Center console

Lower part

Item Page

1 Ashtray 241

Cigarette lighter 242

2 Gear selector lever for

automatic transmission* Gearshift lever for manual

transmission

3 Cup holder 239 4 Storage compartment/tele-

phone* compartment under the center armrest

5 Program mode selector

switch for automatic transmission*

47,

153

46,

149

238

157

왔 Overhead control panel

Item Page

1 Rear interior lighting on/off 117 2 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 224 3 Right reading lamp on/off 117 4 Interior lighting control 116 5 Interior rear view mirror 42,

160

6 Garage door opener* 253 7 Hands-free microphone for

Tele Aid* (emergency call system) and telephone*

8 Left reading lamp on/off 117 9 Tele Aid* (emergency call

system) button

146, 208,

247

At a glance

Overhead control panel

At a glance

Door control panel

Item Page

1 Inside door handle 96 2 Memory function* (for

storing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings)

3 Switches for seat

adjustment*

4 Switches for

opening/closing front door windows

5 Rear door window override

switch

6 Switches for

opening/closing rear door windows

7 Remote trunk lid switch 97

107

34,

101 221

221

Getting started

Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking

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 (

컄 page 92) will provide you

with further information. The corresponding page references are located at the end of each segment.

Unlocking with the SmartKey

SmartKey with remote control

1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Opening button for trunk 3 Œ Unlock button 4 Â Panic button* (

Canada only:

Only vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm system* have SmartKeys with integrated panic button* 4.

컄 page 81)

왘 Press unlock button Œ on the

SmartKey. All turn signal lamps flash once. The

locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system* is disarmed.

왘 Get in the vehicle and insert the

SmartKey in the starter switch.

For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (

컄 page 92).

Starter switch positions

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Getting started

Unlocking

SmartKey

Starter switch

0 For removing SmartKey

The steering is locked when the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch.

1 Power supply for some electrical

consumers, such as seat adjustment

2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical

consumers) and driving position. All lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster” (

컄 page 322).

3 Starting position

When you switch on ignition, the indicator

and warning lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. The indicator and warning lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps if activated) will go out when the engine is running. This indicates that the respective systems are operational.

Vehicles with automatic transmission*:

The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P.

If the SmartKey is left in starter switch

position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the switch. In this case, the steering is locked. To unlock, remove SmartKey from starter switch and reinsert.

If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the

starter switch, the battery may not be sufficiently charged.

앫 Check the battery and charge it if necessary

컄 page 383).

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앫 Get a jump start (컄 page 386).

To prevent accelerated vehicle battery discharge or a completely discharged battery, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation.

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Adjusting

Warning! G

All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion.

Seats

The seats can be adjusted either manually or electrically, depending on the vehicle’s equipment.

For more information, see “Seats” (

컄 page 101).

Warning! G

Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat back and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a nearly upright position and belts are properly positioned on the body. Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten your seat belt (

Never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted.

컄 page 43).

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.

Even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch, the power seats* can be operated when the respective door is open. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

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Adjusting

Warning! G

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant, or toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. For additional information, see “Children in the vehicle” (

컄 page 74).

A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.

When moving the seats, make sure that

there are no items in the footwell or behind the seat. Otherwise you could damage the seats.

Manual seat adjustment

1 Seat fore and aft adjustment 2 Seat cushion tilt 3 Seat backrest tilt 4 Seat height

Seat fore and aft adjustment

왘 Lift handle 1. 왘 Slide seat to the desired position.

Adjust seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls.

왘 Allow handle 1 to reengage with an

audible click.

왘 Check for proper engagement before

driving.

Seat cushion tilt

왘 Turn handwheel 2 forward or back-

ward until your upper legs are lightly supported.

Seat backrest tilt

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 32). 왘 Press switch 3 in direction of arrow

until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.

Seat height

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 32). 왘 Press switch 4 in direction of arrow

until your legs are lightly supported.

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Adjusting

Head restraint height

1 Release button Raising:

왘 Manually adjust the height of the head

restraint by pulling it upward.

Lowering:

왘 To lower the head restraint, push

release button 1 and push down on the head restraint.

Adjust the head restraint in such a way that

it is as close to the head as possible.

Warning! G

For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.

Adjust head restraint so that the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.

Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

Head restraint adjusting

Manually adjust the head restraint.

왘 Push or pull the head restraint cushion

to the desired position.

Adjust the head restraint in such a way that

it is as close to the head as possible.

For more information, see “Seats”

컄 page 101).

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Getting started

Adjusting

Power seat* adjustment

The seat adjustment switches are located on the respective front door.

1 Head restraint height 2 Seat height 3 Seat cushion tilt 4 Seat fore and aft adjustment 5 Seat backrest tilt

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 32).

왘 Open the respective door.

The memory function* (컄 page 107) lets

you store the settings for the power seat*, the steering wheel adjustment (electrical*) and the exterior rear view mirrors.

Seat fore and aft adjustment

왘 Press switch forward or backward in

direction of arrow 4. Adjust seat to a comfortable seating

position that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls.

Seat cushion tilt

왘 Press switch up or down in direction of

arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported.

Seat backrest tilt

왘 Press switch forward or backward in

direction of arrow 5 until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.

Seat height

왘 Press switch up or down in direction of

arrow 2.

Head restraint height

왘 Press switch up or down in direction of

arrow 1.

Adjust the head restraint in such a way that

it is as close to the head as possible.

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Adjusting

Warning! G

For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.

Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

Head restraint adjusting

Manually adjust the head restraint.

왘 Push or pull the head restraint cushion

to the desired position.

Adjust the head restraint in such a way that

it is as close to the head as possible.

For more information, see “Seats”

컄 page 101).

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Steering wheel

Warning! G

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, or driving without the steering wheel adjustment feature locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.

Even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch, the electrical steering wheel adjustment feature* can be operated when the driver’s door is open. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Getting started

Adjusting

Steering wheel adjustment, manual The handle for steering wheel adjustment

is located below the steering column.

Warning! G

Only adjust the steering wheel with the vehicle at a standstill and make sure the steering column is securely locked in place before driving off.

Driving without the steering column locked may cause an unexpected steering wheel movement which could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Make sure the steering column is securely locked by trying to move it up and down, and in and out before driving off.

1 Steering wheel adjustment release

handle

왘 To unlock the steering column, pull

handle 1 out to its stop limit.

왘 Move steering wheel to the desired

position. Make sure your legs can move freely

and that all the displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible.

왘 To lock the steering column, push

handle 1 all the way in until it engages.

The steering wheel is locked into position again.

왘 Make sure the steering wheel is

securely locked by trying to move it up and down, and in and out before driving off.

Do not drive the vehicle until you have prop-

erly locked the steering column.

Getting started

Adjusting

Steering wheel adjustment, electrical*

The stalk for the electrical steering wheel adjustment is located on the lower left of the steering column.

1 Adjusting steering column, in or out 2 Adjusting steering column, up or down

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 32).

왘 Open the driver’s door.

The memory function* (컄 page 107) lets

you store the settings for the power seat*, the steering wheel adjustment (electrical*) and the exterior rear view mirrors.

Adjusting steering column in or out

왘 Move the stalk in direction of

arrows 1 until a comfortable steering wheel position is reached with your arms slightly bent at the elbow.

Adjusting steering column up or down

왘 Move the stalk in direction of

arrows 2. Make sure your legs can move freely

and that all the displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible.

Easy-entry/exit feature*

This feature allows for easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is in its uppermost position.

The easy-entry/exit feature can be activated or deactivated in the menu of the control system (

Convenience

컄 page 144).

sub-

Warning! G

You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated.

To stop steering wheel movement, do one of the following:

앫 Move steering wheel adjustment stalk*

컄 page 40).

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앫 Press memory position switch*

(컄 page 108).

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could open the driver’s door and unintentionally activate the easy-entry/exit feature, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Getting started

Adjusting

With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you:

앫 close the driver’s door with the ignition

switched on, or

앫 insert the SmartKey into the starter

switch with the driver’s door closed.

The last set steering wheel position is stored

when

앫 the ignition is switched off 앫 the position is stored in memory

컄 page 107)

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With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards when you:

앫 remove the SmartKey from the starter

switch, or

앫 open the driver’s door with the

SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1.

If the current position for the steering wheel

is in the uppermost tilt position, the steering wheel will no longer be able to move upward when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated.

The adjustment procedure is briefly interrupted when the engine is started.

Warning! G

Let the system complete the adjustment procedure before setting the vehicle in motion. All steering wheel adjustments must be completed before setting the vehicle in motion. Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Mirrors

Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions.

Warning! G

In case of an accident, liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing if the mirror glass breaks.

Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the liquid to come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if necessary.

Electrolyte drops coming into contact with

the vehicle paint finish can only be completely removed while in their liquid state and by applying plenty of water.

Getting started

Adjusting

Interior rear view mirror

왘 Manually adjust the interior rear view

mirror.

For more information, see “Rear view mirrors” (

컄 page 160).

Exterior rear view mirrors

Warning! G

Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. Check your interior rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.

1 Adjustment button 2 Passenger-side exterior rear view

mirror button

3 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror

button

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 32). 왘 Press button 3 for the driver’s side

exterior rear view mirror or button 2 for passenger-side exterior rear view mirror.

왘 Push adjustment button 1 up, down,

left, or right according to the desired setting.

If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly

pushed forward (hit from the rear) or forcibly pushed rearward (hit from the front), reposition it by applying firm pressure until it snaps into place. The mirror housing is now properly positioned and you can adjust the mirror in the usual manner.

At low ambient temperatures, the exterior

rear view mirrors will be heated automatically.

The memory function* (컄 page 107) lets

you store the settings for the exterior rear view mirrors together with the settings for the steering wheel and the driver’s seat position.

For more information, see “Rear view mirrors” (

컄 page 160).

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Getting started

Driving

Warning! G

Make sure that absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance.

During sudden driving or braking maneuvers, the objects could get caught between or beneath the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury.

Fastening the seat belt

Warning! G

Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restrained, even those sitting in the rear.

Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident. You and your passengers should always wear seat belts.

If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled. Without your seat belt buckled, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.

In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are wearing your seat belt. The air bags can only provide the protection they were designed to afford if the occupants are using their seat belts (

컄 page 69).

Warning! G

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant or toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. For additional information, see “Children in the vehicle” (

컄 page 74).

Getting started

Driving

Warning! G

Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time.

Warning! G

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a nearly upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body.

Warning! G

Read and observe the additional warning notices printed in the “Safety and Security” section (

컄 page 62) and (컄 page 69).

1 Latch plate 2 Release button 3 Buckle

왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt

from the belt outlet.

왘 Place the shoulder portion of the belt

across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips.

왘 Push latch plate 1 into buckle 3 until

it engages.

왘 If necessary, tighten the lap portion to

a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.

Getting started

Driving

Belt outlet height adjustment

1 Release button

왘 Press release button 1 and move the

seat belt height adjuster upward or downward.

Proper use of seat belts

앫 Do not twist the seat belt when fasten-

ing.

앫 Adjust seat belt so that the shoulder

portion is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder (it should not touch the neck). Never pass the

shoulder portion of the belt under your arm. For this purpose, you can adjust the height of the belt outlet.

앫 Position the lap belt as low as possible

on your hips (over hip joint) and not across the abdomen.

앫 Place the seat backrest in a nearly

upright position.

앫 Never use a seat belt for more than one

person at a time.

앫 Do not fasten a seat belt around a

person and another object at the same time.

앫 When using a seat belt to secure infant

or toddler restraints or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

앫 Check your seat belt during travel to

make sure that it is properly positioned.

앫 Make sure that the seat belt is always

fitted snugly. Take special care of this when wearing loose clothing.

Warning! G

Do not pass belts over sharp edges. They could tear.

Do not allow the belt to get caught in the door or in the seat adjustment mechanism. This could damage the belt.

Never attempt to make modifications to seat belts. This could impair the effectiveness of the belts.

Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash, they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Getting started

Driving

Starting the engine Manual transmission

Warning! G

Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death.

Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as garage) which are not properly ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open.

Gearshift pattern for manual transmission

For more information, see “Manual transmission” (

컄 page 149).

Starting

왘 Depress brake pedal. 왘 Make sure the gearshift lever is in

neutral position (no gear selected).

왘 Fully depress clutch pedal.

Otherwise the engine cannot be started due to the integrated safety interlock.

왘 Do not depress the accelerator. 왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch

to position 3 (

컄 page 32) and hold until

the engine starts.

For information on turning off the engine, see “Turning off engine” (

컄 page 55).

Getting started

Driving

Automatic transmission*

Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission

P Park position with gear selector lever

lock

R Reverse gear N Neutral position D Drive position

For more information, see “Automatic transmission*” (

컄 page 151).

Starting

왘 Place the gear selector lever in

position P.

왘 Do not depress the accelerator. 왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch

to position 3 (

컄 page 32) and release it

again immediately. The engine then starts automatically.

For information on turning off the engine, see “Turning off engine” (

컄 page 55).

Starting difficulties

If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the switch. In this case, the steering is locked.

왘 To unlock, remove SmartKey from

starter switch and reinsert.

If the engine does not start as described, carry out the following steps:

왘 Turn the SmartKey in starter switch to

position 0 and repeat the starting procedure (

컄 page 46).

Remember that extended starting attempts can drain the vehicle battery.

왘 Get a jump start (컄 page 386).

If the engine does not start after several starting attempts, there could be a malfunction in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system.

왘 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz

Center.

Getting started

Driving

Parking brake

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could release the parking brake, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

왘 Release parking brake by pulling on

handle 1. The warning lamp ; (USA only)

or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out.

Driving

Warning! G

On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control.

If you hear a warning signal and the mes-

Release parking brake

sage multifunction display when driving off, you have forgotten to release the parking brake.

Release the parking brake (

appears in the

컄 page 48).

At vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph

(15 km/h), the automatic central locking system engages and the locking knobs drop down.

The automatic door lock feature can be deacti-

컄 page 143).

vated ( You can open a locked door from the inside.

Open door only when conditions are safe to do so.

Simultaneously depressing the accelerator

pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear.

Do not run cold engine at high engine

speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the engine.

1 Release handle 2 Parking brake pedal

Getting started

Driving

Manual transmission

왘 Depress the brake pedal. 왘 Fully depress the clutch pedal.

In order to avoid damage to the transmis-

sion, place the gearshift lever to reverse gear only when the vehicle is stopped.

왘 Move gearshift lever to first gear to

drive forward, or to reverse gear to drive rearward.

왘 Simultaneously release the brake pedal

and slowly the clutch pedal.

왘 Carefully depress the accelerator

pedal.

Automatic transmission*

Wait for the gear selection process to com-

plete before setting the vehicle in motion.

왘 Depress the brake pedal. 왘 Move gear selector lever to position D

to drive forward, or to position R to drive rearward.

Place the gear selector lever in position P

or R only when the vehicle is stopped in order to avoid damaging the transmission.

왘 Release the brake pedal. 왘 Carefully depress the accelerator

pedal.

Warning! G

It is dangerous to shift the gear selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal.

Getting started

Driving

Switching on headlamps

Low beam headlamps

The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel.

Exterior lamp switch

1 Off 2 Low beam headlamps on

왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to

position B. The low beam headlamps and the low

beam headlamp indicator lamp B in the instrument cluster comes on (

컄 page 24).

High beam

The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.

Combination switch

1 High beam 2 High beam flasher

왘 Push the combination switch in

direction of arrow 1. The high beam headlamps and the high

beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster comes on (

컄 page 24).

For more information on headlamps, see “Lighting” (

컄 page 109).

Turn signals

The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.

Combination switch

1 Turn signals, right 2 Turn signals, left

왘 Press the combination switch in

direction of arrow 1 or 2. The corresponding turn signal indicator

lamp L or K in the instrument cluster flashes (

컄 page 24).

The combination switch resets automatically after major steering wheel movements.

Getting started

Driving

If the combination switch is pressed to the

point of resistance and released, the corresponding turn signals will flash three times.

Windshield wipers

The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.

Combination switch

1 Single wipe

Wiping with windshield washer fluid

2 Switching on windshield wipers

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 32).

Do not operate the windshield wipers when

the windshield is dry. Dust that accumulates on a windshield might scratch the glass and/or damage the wiper blades when wiping occurs on a dry windshield. If it is necessary to operate the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions, always operate the windshield wipers with windshield washer fluid (

컄 page 52).

Switching on windshield wipers

왘 Turn the combination switch to the

desired position depending on the intensity of the rain.

0 Windshield wipers off I Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed

Intermittent wiping

Vehicles with rain sensor*:

Do not leave windshield wipers in intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Windshield wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield, and windshield wipers may be damaged as a result.

Vehicles with rain sensor*:

If you have set intermittent wiping, dirt on the surface of the rain sensor or optical effects may cause the windshield wipers to wipe in an undesired fashion. This could then damage the windshield wiper blades or scratch the windows. You should therefore switch off the windshield wipers when weather conditions are dry.

Vehicles with rain sensor*: Intermittent wiping interval is dependent on wetness of windshield.

왘 Turn the combination switch to

position I. Vehicles with rain sensor*:

After the initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by the rain sensor.

Getting started

Driving

Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the

vehicle is at a standstill and a front door is opened. This protects persons getting into or out of the vehicle from being sprayed.

Intermittent wiping will be continued when

앫 all doors are closed

and

앫 the clutch pedal is depressed (vehicles with

manual transmission) or

앫 the gear selector lever is in position D or R

(vehicles with automatic transmission*) or

앫 the wiper setting is changed using the com-

bination switch

Single wipe

왘 Press the combination switch briefly in

direction of arrow 1 to the resistance point.

The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid.

Wiping with windshield washer fluid

왘 Press the combination switch in direc-

tion of arrow 1 past the resistance point.

The windshield wipers operate with washer fluid.

To prevent smears on the windshield, or

noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with windshield washer fluid every now and then even when it is raining.

For information on filling up the washer reservoir, see “Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*” (

컄 page 280).

If anything blocks the windshield wipers

(leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off immediately.

앫 For safety reasons, stop the vehicle in a safe

location and remove SmartKey from starter switch before attempting to remove any blockage.

앫 Remove blockage. 앫 Turn the windshield wipers on again.

If the windshield wipers fail to function at all with combination switch in position I,

앫 set the combination switch to the next high-

er wiper speed

앫 have the windshield wipers checked at the

nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center

Getting started

Driving

Problems while driving

The engine runs erratically and misfires

앫 An ignition cable may be damaged. 앫 The engine electronics may not be op-

erating properly.

앫 Unburned gasoline may have entered

the catalytic converter and damaged it.

왘 Give very little gas. 왘 Have the problem repaired by an au-

thorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

The coolant temperature is above 248°F (120°C)

The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.

왘 Stop the vehicle in a safe location as

soon as possible and turn off the engine. Allow engine and coolant to cool off.

왘 Check the coolant level and add

coolant if necessary (

컄 page 278).

In case of accident

If the vehicle is leaking gasoline:

왘 Do not start the engine under any cir-

cumstances.

왘 Notify local fire and/or police authori-

ties.

If the extent of the damage cannot be determined:

왘 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz

Center.

If no damage can be determined on the

앫 Major assemblies 앫 Fuel system 앫 Engine mount 왘 Start the engine in the usual manner.

Getting started

Parking and locking

You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows.

Warning! G

Vehicles with manual transmission: Wait until the vehicle is stationary before removing the SmartKey from the starter switch. The vehicle cannot be steered when the SmartKey is removed.

Warning! G

With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering system. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.

Warning! G

Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire.

To reduce the risk of personal injury, or damage to the vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain, as a result of vehicle movement, always do the following before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle:

앫 Keep right foot on brake pedal. 앫 Manual transmission: Move the gear-

shift lever into neutral position (no gear is selected).

앫 Firmly depress parking brake pedal. 앫 Manual transmission: Move the gear-

shift lever into first or reverse gear.

앫 Automatic transmission*: Move the

gear selector lever to position P.

앫 Slowly release brake pedal.

앫 When parked on an incline, always turn

the front wheels towards the road curb.

앫 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch

to position 0 and remove.

앫 Take the SmartKey with you and lock

the vehicle when leaving, which could endanger other road users when you engage the parking brake.

Parking brake

Warning! G

Do not engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion. Doing so can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle’s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged, which could endanger other road users.

Getting started

Parking and locking

1 Release handle 2 Parking brake pedal

왘 Step firmly on parking brake pedal 2.

When the engine is running, the brake warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster comes on.

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the

SmartKey from the starter switch, take it

with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave

children unattended in the vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could release the parking brake and/or move the gear selector lever* from position P, either of which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Position P alone may not prevent your vehicle from moving, possibly hitting people or objects. Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P ( (manual transmission: first or reverse gear (

컄 page 149)).

When parked on an incline, turn front wheel towards the road curb.

Getting out of your vehicle without taking the above measurements to secure it is dangerous.

컄 page 153)

Switching off headlamps

왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M

(

컄 page 50).

For more information, see “Lighting” (

컄 page 109).

Turning off engine

왘 Manual transmission: Move the gear-

shift lever into first or reverse gear.

왘 Automatic transmission*: Place the

gear selector lever in position P.

왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 page 54).

Always set the parking brake in addition to

shifting to position P (manual transmission: first or reverse gear).

On slopes, turn the front wheels towards the road curb.

왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch

to position 0 (

왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter

컄 page 32).

switch. The immobilizer is activated.

Vehicles with automatic transmission: The

SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P.

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Parking and locking

Releasing seat belts

왘 Press the seat belt release button

(

컄 page 44).

Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate.

Make sure the seat belt retracts fully so that

the seat belt and/or latch plate cannot get caught or pinched in the door or in the seat mechanism. This can damage the seat belt and impair the effectiveness of the seat belt, and/or cause damage to the door and/or door trim panel. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Locking

Warning! G

To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors. Be especially careful when small children are around.

Before closing doors, make sure there is no possibility of someone getting caught in a door during closing.

Warning! G

If you hear a warning signal you have

forgotten to switch off the headlamps before opening the driver’s door.

In addition the message appears in the multifunction display.

Switch off the headlamps.

왘 Exit the vehicle and close all doors and

Switch off lights

the trunk.

왘 Press lock button ‹ on the

SmartKey (

앫 All turn signal lamps flash three

컄 page 32).

times.

앫 An acoustic signal sounds three

times. For more information, see “Factory setting” (

앫 The locking knobs in the doors

컄 page 93).

move down.

앫 The anti-theft alarm system* is

armed.

For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (

컄 page 92).

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Occupant safety Panic alarm* Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems

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Occupant safety

In this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle.

앫 Seat belts (컄 page 69) 앫 Child restraints (컄 page 77) 앫 Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren (LATCH) (

컄 page 79)

Additional protection potential provide

앫 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

with

앫 Air bags (컄 page 59) 앫 Air bag control unit (with crash

sensors)

앫 Emergency tensioning device (ETD)

for seat belts (

앫 Active head restraints (컄 page 73)

컄 page 72)

Air bag system components with

앫 Front passenger front air bag off

indicator lamp (

앫 Front passenger seat with Occupant

컄 page 68)

Classification System (OCS) (

컄 page 64)

Although independent systems, their protective effects work in conjunction with each other.

For information on infants and children

traveling with you in the vehicle and restraint systems for infants and children, see “Children in the vehicle” (

컄 page 74).

The SRS system conducts a self-test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running. This facilitates detection of system malfunctions. The 1 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition is switched on and goes out no later than a few seconds after the engine has been started.

The SRS components are in operational readiness if the 1 indicator lamp is not lit when the engine is running.

A malfunction in the system has been detected if the 1 indicator lamp:

앫 fails to go out after approximately

4 seconds after the engine was started

앫 does not come on at all 앫 comes on after the engine was started

or while driving.

Warning! G

Modifications to or work improperly conducted on restraint systems (such as seat belts and anchors, emergency tensioning devices, seat belt force limiters or air bags) or their wiring, as well as tampering with interconnected electronic systems, can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended.

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Air bags or emergency tensioning devices,

for example, could deploy inadvertently or

fail to deploy in accidents although the de-

celeration threshold for air bag deployment

is exceeded. Therefore, never modify the re-

straint systems. Do not tamper with elec-

tronic components or their software.

Warning! G

In the event that the 1 indicator lamp

comes on during driving or does not come

on at all, the SRS self-check has detected a

malfunction. For your safety, we strongly

recommend that you visit an authorized

Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have

the system checked; otherwise the SRS may

not deploy when needed in an accident,

which could result in serious or fatal injury,

or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnec-

essarily which could also result in injury.

In addition, improper repair work on the SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.

Air bags

Warning! G

Air bags are designed to reduce the potential of injury and fatality in certain frontal impacts (front air bags) or side impacts (front side impact air bags, rear side impact air bags* and window curtain air bags). However, no system available today can totally eliminate injuries and fatalities.

The deployment of the air bags temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the air bags. This dust, however, is neither injurious to your health, nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle. The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.

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Warning! G

To reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate, it is very important for the driver and front passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear their respective seat belts.

For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the backrest. Fasten your seat belt and make sure that it is properly positioned on your body.

Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force, a proper seating and hands on steering wheel position will help to keep you at a safe distance from the air bag. Occupants who are unbelted, out of position or too close to the air bag can be seriously injured or killed by an air bag as it inflates with great force in the blink of an eye:

앫 Sit properly belted in a nearly upright

position with your back against the seat backrest.

앫 Adjust the driver’s seat as far as possi-

ble rearward, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. The distance from the center of the driver’s breastbone to the center of the air bag cover on the steering wheel must be at least 10 in (25 cm) or more. You should be able to accomplish this by a combination of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel. If you have any problems, please see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 Do not lean your head or chest close to

the steering wheel or dashboard.

앫 Keep hands on the outside of steering

wheel rim. Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand/arm injury when driver front air bag inflates.

앫 Adjust the front passenger seat as far as

possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied.

앫 Occupants, especially children, should

always sit nearly upright, properly use the seat belts and use an appropriately sized infant or toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injuries to you or other occupants.

If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you make the buyer aware of this safety information. Be sure to give the buyer this Operator’s Manual.

Warning! G

Accident research shows that the safest

place for children in an automobile is in the

rear seat.

There is a possibility for a side impact

air bag related injury if occupants, especial-

ly children, are not properly seated or re-

strained when next to a front side impact

air bag and/or rear side impact air bag*

which needs to deploy rapidly in a side im-

pact in order to do its job.

To help avoid the possibility of injury, please

follow these guidelines:

(1) Occupants, especially children, should

never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the front side impact air bag and/or the rear side impact air bag* inflates. This could result in serious injuries or death should the front side impact air bag and/or the rear side impact air bag* be deployed.

(2) Always sit as upright as possible,

properly use the seat belts, and for children 12 years old and under, use an appropriately sized infant or toddler restraint or booster seat recommended

for the size and weight of the child. (3) Always wear seat belts properly. If you believe that, even with the use of

these guidelines, it would be safer for your rear seat occupants to have the rear mounted side impact air bags* deactivated, then deactivation can be accomplished upon your written request to do so at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost.

Please contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.

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Occupant safety

Air bags are designed to deploy only in cer-

tain frontal impacts (front air bags) and in side impacts (front side impact air bags, rear side impact air bags* and window curtain air bags) which exceed preset thresholds. Only during these events will they provide their supplemental protection.

The driver and passengers should always wear their seat belts. Otherwise it is not possible for the air bags to provide their supplemental protection.

In case of other types of impacts and impacts below air bag deployment thresholds, air bags will not deploy. The driver and passenger will then be protected to the extent possible by a properly fastened seat belt. A properly fastened seat belt is also needed to provide the best possible protection in a rollover.

We caution you not to rely on the presence of the air bags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt.

It is important to your safety and that of your passengers that you replace deployed air bags and repair any malfunctioning air bags to make sure that the vehicle will continue to provide supplemental crash protection for occupants.

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Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bag

Warning! G

앫 Damaged seat belts or belts that were

highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Only use belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 Air bags and emergency tensioning de-

vices (ETDs) are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD that is deployed must be replaced.

앫 Do not pass belts over sharp edges.

They could tear.

앫 Do not make any modification that could

change the effectiveness of the belts.

앫 Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this

may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

앫 No modifications of any kind may be

made to any components or wiring of the SRS. This includes changing or removing any component or part of the SRS, the installation of additional trim material, badges, etc. over the steering wheel hub, front passenger front air bag cover, outboard sides of the front seat backrests, door trim panels, or door frame trims, and installation of additional electrical/electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring. Keep area between air bags and occupants free from objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc.).

앫 Do not hang items such as coat hangers

from the coat hooks or handles over the door. These items may turn into projectiles and cause head and other injuries when the window curtain air bag is deployed.

앫 Air bag system components will be hot

after an air bag has inflated. Do not touch.

앫 Never place your feet on the instrument

panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.

앫 In addition, improper repair work on the

SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 For your protection and the protection

of others, when scrapping the air bag unit or emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 Given the considerable deployment

speed, required inflation volume, and the textile structure of the air bags, there is the possibility of abrasions or other, potentially more serious injuries resulting from air bag deployment.

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When you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an SRS by alerting them to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual.

Front air bags

1 Driver air bag 2 Passenger air bag

Driver and front passenger front air bags are deployed:

앫 in the event of certain frontal impacts 앫 if impact exceeds a preset deployment

threshold

앫 independently of the front side impact

air bags and/or the rear side impact air bags*

The front air bags in this vehicle have been

designed to inflate in two stages. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the rate of relevant vehicle deceleration as assessed by the air bag control unit.

On the front passenger side, the front air bag deployment is additionally influenced by the passenger’s weight category as identified by the Occupant Classification System (OCS)

컄 page 64).

( The lighter the front passenger side occupant,

the higher the vehicle deceleration rate required for the second stage inflation of the air bag.

The air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment thresholds. You will then be protected by the fastened seat belts.

The front passenger front air bag will only be deployed if:

앫 the system, based on OCS weight sen-

sor readings, senses that the front passenger seat is occupied

앫 the 56 indicator lamp in the

center console is not lit (

앫 the impact exceeds a preset deploy-

컄 page 68)

ment threshold

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Front side impact air bags, rear side impact air bags*, window curtain air bags

1 Window curtain air bag 2 Front side impact air bag 3 Rear side impact air bag*

The front side impact air bags, the rear side impact air bags*, and the window curtain air bags are deployed:

앫 on the impacted side of the vehicle 앫 in impacts exceeding a preset deploy-

ment threshold

앫 independently of the front air bags

The front side impact air bags, the rear side impact air bags*, and the window curtain air bags are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment threshold.

Occupant Classification System

The O

ccupant Classification System (OCS) automatically turns the front passenger front air bag on or off based on the classified occupant weight category determined by weight sensor readings from the front passenger seat.

The system does not deactivate the front

passenger side impact air bag, the window curtain air bag and the emergency tensioning device.

Occupants must sit properly belted in a position that is as upright as possible with their back against the seat backrest and feet on the floor to be correctly classified. If the occupant’s weight is transferred to another object in the vehicle (e.g. by leaning on armrests), the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant’s weight category.

If your seat, including your trim cover and

cushion needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used.

Both driver and the front passenger should always use the 56 indicator lamp as an indication of whether or not the front passenger is properly positioned.

Warning! G

If the 56 indicator lamp illuminates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the front passenger seat, have the front passenger re-position himself or herself in the seat until the 56 indicator lamp goes out.

More information about air bag display messages (

컄 page 332).

In the event of a collision, the air bag control unit will not allow front passenger front air bag deployment when the OCS classified the front passenger seat occupant as being up to or less than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or if the front passenger seat is sensed as being empty.

When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as being up to or less than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint, the 56 indicator lamp will illuminate when the engine is started and remain illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated.

When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat is classified as being empty, the 56 indicator lamp will illuminate when the engine is started and remain illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated.

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When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as being heavier than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child seated in a standard child restraint or as being a small individual (such as a young teenager or a small adult), the 56 indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds when the engine is started and then, depending on occupant weight sensor readings from the seat, remain illuminated or go out. With the 56 indicator lamp illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated. With the 56 indicator lamp out, the front passenger front air bag is activated.

When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as an adult or someone larger than a small individual, the 56 indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds when the engine is started and then go out, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is activated.

컄컄

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컄컄

If the 56 indicator lamp is illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed.

If the 56 indicator lamp is not illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed:

앫 in the event of certain frontal impacts 앫 if impact exceeds a preset deployment

threshold

앫 independently of the front side impact

air bags and/or rear side impact air bags*.

If the front passenger front air bag is deployed, the rate of inflation will be influenced by:

앫 the rate of vehicle deceleration as as-

sessed by the air bag control unit

앫 front passenger’s weight category as

identified by the Occupant Classification System (OCS).

Warning! G

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant or child restraint recommended for the size and weight of the child.

The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, the seat belt and top tether strap, or lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following important information when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat:

앫 Your vehicle is equipped with air bag

technology designed to turn off the front passenger front air bag in your vehicle when the system senses the weight of a typical 12-month-old child or less along with the weight of a standard appropriate child restraint on the front passenger seat.

앫 A child in a rear-facing child restraint on

the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates in a collision which could occur under some circumstances, even with the air bag technology installed in your vehicle. The only means to completely eliminate this risk is to never place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. We therefore strongly recommend that you always place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the back seat.

앫 If you must install a rear-facing child

restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so, make sure that the 56 indicator lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated. Should the 56 indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed, please check installation. Periodically check the 56 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 56 indicator lamp is illuminated. If the 56 indicator lamp goes out or remains out, do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates.

앫 If you have to place a child in a

forward-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle’s seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. For children larger than the typical 12-month-old child, the front passenger front air bag may or may not be activated (

컄 page 65).

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Deployment of the driver front air bag does

not mean that the front passenger front air bag also should have deployed.

The Occupant Classification System ( may have determined:

앫 that the seat was empty or occupied by the

weight up to or less than that of a typical 12-month-old child seated in a standard child restraint - both instances where the system suppresses deployment of the front passenger front air bag even though the impact met the criteria and was of sufficient severity to deploy the driver front air bag.

앫 that the seat was occupied by a small individ-

ual (such as a young teenager or a small adult) or a child weighing more than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint - instances where the system may suppress deployment of the front passenger front air bag even though the impact met the criteria and was of sufficient severity to deploy the driver front air bag.

컄 page 64)

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Occupant safety

The 56 indicator lamp is located in the center console.

1 Front passenger front air bag off

indicator lamp

The 56 indicator lamp 1 will be illuminated, except with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or with the starter switch in position 0.

Warning! G

If the 1 indicator lamp and the 56 indicator lamp are lit at the same time, there is a malfunction in the Occupant Classification System. The front passenger front air bag will be deactivated in this case.

In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS:

앫 Have the system checked as soon as

possible by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 Sit properly belted in a nearly upright

position with your back against the seat backrest.

앫 Do not lean on the armrests or lift your-

self from the seat by using the handle over the door as this may cause the OCS to be unable to correctly approximate the occupant weight category.

앫 Only have the seat repaired or replaced

by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 Read and observe all warnings in this

chapter.

Self-test Occupant Classification System

After turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2, the 56 indicator lamp located in the center console illuminates. If an adult occupant is properly sitting on the front passenger seat and the system senses the occupant as being an adult, the 56 indicator lamp will illuminate and go out after approximately 6 seconds.

If the seat is not occupied and the system senses the front passenger seat as being empty, the 56 indicator lamp will illuminate and not go out.

Warning! G

If the 56 indicator lamp should not illuminate, the system is not functioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat.

More information can be found in the “Practical hints” section (

컄 page 332).

Warning! G

Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the Occupant Classification System. The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion. An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident, instead of increasing protection for the child.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation of child seats.

Seat belts

The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces.

Even where this is not the case, all vehicle occupants should have their seat belts fastened whenever the vehicle is in motion.

For more information, see “Fastening the seat belt” (

eling with you in the vehicle and restraint systems for infants and children, see “Children in the vehicle” (

컄 page 43).

For information on infants and children trav-

컄 page 74).

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Warning! G

Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure all of your passengers are properly restrained, including those sitting in the rear.

In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are properly wearing your seat belt. Air bags can only protect as they are designed if the occupants are properly wearing their seat belts.

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Warning! G

Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Make sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time.

Warning! G

Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked.

Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz.

Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation of the ETDs or to their failure to activate when necessary.

Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

Have all work carried out only by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Warning! G

USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY

앫 Seat belts can only work when used

properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section, as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident.

앫 Each occupant should wear their seat

belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, including rollovers. The integrated restraint system includes SRS (driver air bag, passenger front air bag, front side impact air bags, rear side impact air bags*, window curtain air bags for side windows), ETD (seat belt emergency tensioning device), and front seat knee bolsters. The system is designed to enhance the protection offered to properly belted occupants in certain frontal (front air bags and ETD)

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and side (front side impact air bags, rear side impact air bags*, window curtain air bags and ETD) impacts which exceed preset deployment thresholds.

앫 Never wear the shoulder belt under your

arm, against your neck or off your shoulder. In a frontal crash, your body would move too far forward. That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries. The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen, which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen.

앫 Never wear belts over rigid or breakable

objects in or on your clothing, such as eyeglasses, pens, keys, etc., as these might cause injuries.

앫 Position the lap belt as low as possible

on your hips and not across the abdomen . I f t he b el t i s p os it io ne d a cr os s y ou r abdomen, it could cause serious injuries in a crash.

앫 Never use a seat belt for more than one

person at a time. Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects.

앫 Belts should not be worn twisted. In a

crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to distribute impact forces. The twisted belt against your body could cause injuries.

앫 Pregnant women should also always use

a lap-shoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen.

앫 Never place your feet on the instrument

panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.

앫 When using a seat belt to secure infant

or toddler restraints or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

Enhanced seat belt reminder system

When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate for 6 seconds to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts.

If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started, an additional warning chime will also sound for a maximum of 6 seconds or until the driver’ s seat belt is fastened.

If after these 6 seconds the driver’s or the front passenger’s seat belt (with the front passenger seat occupied) is not fastened with front doors closed,

앫 the seat belt telltale < remains illu-

minated for as long as either the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened.

앫 and if the vehicle speed once exceeds

15 mph (25 km/h), the seat belt telltale < starts flashing and a warning chime sounds with increasing

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intensity for a maximum of 60 seconds or until the driver’s and the front passenger’s seat belt are fastened. If you and/or your passenger release the seat belt during driving, the seat belt telltale < starts flashing and a warning chime sounds as described before.

If the driver’s or the front passenger’s seat belt remains unfastened after 60 seconds, the warning chime stops sounding, the seat belt telltale < stops flashing but continues to be illuminated. After a vehicle standstill the warning chime is reactivated and the seat belt telltale < is flashing again if the vehicle speed once exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h).

The seat belt telltale < will only go out if both the driver’s and the front passenger’s seat belt (with the front passenger seat occupied) are fastened, or the vehicle is standing still and a front door is opened.

For more information, see “Practical hints” (

컄 page 328).

Emergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiter

The seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are equipped with emergency tensioning devices and belt force limiters.

The ETD is designed to activate in the following cases:

앫 in frontal or rear-end impacts

exceeding the system deployment threshold.

앫 if the restraint systems are operational

and functioning correctly, see 1 indicator lamp (

The ETDs for the front seats will only acti-

vate if the respective front seat belt is fastened (latch plate properly inserted into buckle).

The ETDs for the rear outer seats will activate with or without the respective seat belt fastened.

컄 page 58).

When activated, emergency tensioning devices remove slack from the belts. Belt force limiters reduce the force exerted by the seat belts on occupants during a crash.

Warning! G

An emergency tensioning device (ETD) that was activated must be replaced.

When disposing the emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be followed. These are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Active head restraint

The active front seat head restraints are intended to offer the driver and front passenger increased protection from whiplash type injuries in rear-end collisions. In the event of a rear-end collision exceeding the systems’ deployment threshold, the active head restraints on the driver’s and front passenger’s seats are designed to move forward in the direction of travel, providing the head with increased support earlier on in the collision sequence. The active head restraints activate whether the seat is occupied or not.

Warning! G

For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.

Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the

potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.

Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

Warning! G

Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the active head restraints. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.

Do not attach any objects (e.g. hangers) to the head restraint posts. Otherwise, the active head restraints may not be able to function properly or offer the intended degree of protection in the event of an accident.

You cannot remove the active head restraints on the driver’s and front passenger’s seat. For removal of the active head restraints we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

For information on head restraint adjustment, see “Seats” (

컄 page 34).

For information on resetting the activated active head restraints, see “Resetting activated head restraints” (

컄 page 365).

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Children in the vehicle

If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle:

왘 Secure the child using an infant or child

restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child.

왘 Make sure that the infant or child is

properly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motion.

Warning! G

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system. The children could

앫 injure themselves on parts of the vehicle 앫 be seriously or fatally injured through

excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold

If children open a door, they could

앫 injure other persons 앫 get out of the car and injure themselves

or be injured by oncoming traffic

Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight. The child restraint system’s metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned on these parts.

Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment or trunk unless they are firmly secured in place. For more information, see “Loading” ( see “Useful features” ( “Controls in detail ” chapter.

Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo increases a child’s risk of injury in the event of

앫 strong braking maneuvers 앫 sudden changes of direction 앫 an accident

컄 page 230), and

컄 page 237) in the

Infant and child restraint systems

We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion.

All lap-shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints.

To fasten a child restraint, follow child restraint instructions for mounting. Then pull the shoulder belt out completely and let it retract. During seat belt retraction, a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is activated. The belt is now locked. Push down on child restraint to take up any slack.

To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner.

Warning! G

Never release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor will be deactivated.

Information on child seats with anchor fit-

tings for tether anchorages ( For information on LATCH-type child seat an-

chors (

컄 page 79).

The use of infant or child restraints is

required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories, and all Canadian provinces.

Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions for the child restraint, that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2.

컄 page 77).

A statement by the child restraint manufac-

turer of compliance with these standards can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint.

When using any infant, or toddler restraint, or booster seat, be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Please read and observe warning labels affixed to the inside of the vehicle and to infant or child restraints.

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Warning! G

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant or child restraint recommended for the size and weight of the child.

Occupants, especially children, should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the front side impact air bag and/or the rear side impact air bag* inflates. This could result in serious injuries or

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death should the air bag be triggered. Always sit nearly upright, properly use the seat belts and use an appropriately sized infant or toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child.

Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following important information when circumstances require you to place a child in the front passenger seat:

앫 Your vehicle is equipped with air bag

technology designed to turn off the front passenger front air bag in your vehicle when the OCS senses the weight of a typical 12-month-old child or less along with the weight of a standard appropriate child restraint on the front passenger seat.

앫 A child in a rear-facing child restraint on

the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates in a collision which could occur under some circumstances, even with the

air bag technology installed in your vehicle. The only means to completely eliminate this risk is to never place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. We therefore strongly recommend that you always place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the back seat.

앫 If you must install a rear-facing child

do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates.

앫 If you have to place a child in a

컄 page 65).

ed (

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Warning! G

Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt.

Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.

When the child restraint is not in use, remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of an accident.

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. Unsupervised children in a child restraint system may use vehicle equipment and may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Installation of infant and child restraint systems

This vehicle is equipped with tether anchorages for a top tether strap at each of the rear seating positions.

1 Cover of top anchorage ring

왘 Make sure the rear backrest is locked

in its upright position (

컄 page 235).

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Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied by passengers, or the extended cargo area is not in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest.

왘 Remove cover 1 from anchorage

ring 3.

왘 Guide tether strap between head

restraint and top of seat back. Head restraint must be installed and

positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and top of seat back.

Make sure the tether strap is not twisted.

2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring

왘 Securely fasten hook 2, which is part

of the tether strap, to anchorage ring 3.

For safety, make sure the hook 2 has

attached to the anchorage ring 3 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated.

Once the top tether anchorage hook is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured. Secure the child restraint and tighten the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

왘 Reinstall cover 1 after removing the

tether strap.

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Child seat anchors – LATCH-type

This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH(L

ower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) type anchors (at each of the outer rear seats) for the installation of a LATCH-type child seat with the matching mounting fittings.

Warning! G

Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck.

A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children over 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.

Install child seat according to manufacturer’s instructions.

The child seat must be firmly attached to the right and left side anchors 1.

An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident which could result in serious injury or death to the child.

Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat anchor fittings must be replaced.

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system.

With a child seat installed in the left rear

seat, the seat belt for the center seat occupied by a passenger must operate freely. Guide seat belt between its seat cushion mount and backrest mount along outside of right side child seat anchor.

Non-LATCH-type child seats may also be

used and can be installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

LATCH-type anchors

The LATCH-type anchors are located between the seat cushion and the backrest.

1 Anchors

왘 Install child seat according to the

manufacturer’s instructions.

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Blocking of rear door window operation

You can block the rear door window operation (for instance when you have children riding in the rear passenger compartment).

The override switch is located on the door control panel of the driver’s door.

1 Deactivating override switch 2 Activating override switch 3 Override switch

Warning! G

Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure themselves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the window opening.

Activating override switch

왘 Slide override switch 3 to the right in

direction 2. The rear door windows can no longer

be operated using the respective switch located in the rear doors.

Operation of the rear door windows with the

switches located on the door control panel of the driver’s door is still possible.

Deactivating override switch

왘 Slide override switch 3 to the left in

direction 1. The rear door windows can be operated

again using the respective switch located in the rear doors.

For more information, see “Power windows” (

컄 page 221).

왔 Panic alarm*

1 Â button

Canada only:

Only vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm system* have SmartKeys with integrated panic button 1.

USA only:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-

ence, and

(2) this device must accept any interference re-

ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Canada only:

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference re-

ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Panic alarm*

Activating

왘 Press and hold button Â for at least

1 second. An audible alarm and flashing exterior

lamps will operate briefly.

Deactivating

왘 Press button Â again.

왘 Insert SmartKey in starter switch.

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Driving safety systems

In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:

앫 ABS (Antilock Brake System) 앫 BAS (Brake Assist System)

앫 ESP 앫 4MATIC (Four Wheel Electronic

(Electronic Stability Program)

Traction System)

Warning! G

The following factors increase the risk of accidents:

앫 Excessive speed, especially in turns 앫 Wet and slippery road surfaces 앫 Following another vehicle too closely

The ABS, BAS, ESP equipped) cannot reduce this risk.

Always adjust your driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions.

In winter operation, the maximum

effectiveness of the ABS, ESP so equipped) is only achieved with winter tires

컄 page 308), or snow chains as required.

(

, and 4MATIC (if so

, and 4MATIC (if

ABS

Warning! G

Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness.

The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. This allows you to maintain the ability to steer your vehicle.

The ABS is functional above a speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent of road surface conditions.

On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even to light brake pressure.

The - indicator lamp in the instrument cluster (

컄 page 24) comes on when you

switch on the ignition. It goes out when the engine is running.

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Braking

At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode.

왘 Keep firm and steady pressure on the

brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation.

Continuous steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by the ABS, namely braking power and ability to steer the vehicle.

The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving.

Emergency brake maneuver

왘 Keep continuous full pressure on the

brake pedal.

Warning! G

When the ABS is malfunctioning, the BAS and the ESP sic driving and braking functions are still available

When the ABS is malfunctioning, the wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability and extending the braking distance.

are also switched off. The ba-

Warning! G

The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction available on the road surface. The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

For more information, see the “Practical hints” section (

컄 page 322).

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BAS

The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance.

왘 Apply continuous full braking pressure

until the emergency braking situation is over.

The ABS will prevent the wheels from locking.

When you release the brake pedal, the brakes function again as normal. The BAS is then deactivated.

Warning! G

If the BAS is malfunctioning, the brake system is still functioning normally, but without the additional brake boost available that BAS would normally provide in an emergency braking maneuver. Therefore, the braking distance may increase.

Warning! G

The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction. The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

ESP

The Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) is operational as soon as the engine is running and monitors the vehicle’s traction (force of adhesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling.

The ESP

recognizes when a wheel is spinning or if the vehicle starts to skid. By applying the brakes to the appropriate wheel and by limiting the engine output, the ESP The ESP

works to stabilize the vehicle.

is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slippery road surfaces. The ESP

also stabilizes the vehicle during braking and steering maneuvers.

The ESP

warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes when the ESP is engaged.

The ESP

warning lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition. It goes out when the engine is running.

Warning! G

Never switch off the ESP® when you see the

ESP

warning lamp v flashing in the instrument cluster. In this case, proceed as follows:

앫 While driving off, apply as little throttle

as possible.

앫 While driving, ease up on the accelera-

tor.

앫 Adapt your speed and driving style to

the prevailing road conditions.

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid.

The ESP® cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed.

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Warning! G

The ESP® cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by the existing road and tire conditions. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ESP must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

equipped vehicle

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Vehicles without 4MATIC:

Because the ESP engine must be turned off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1) when

앫 the parking brake is being tested on a brake

test dynamometer

앫 the vehicle is being towed with the front axle

raised

Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system.

For information on vehicles with 4MATIC, see “Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESP

The ESP® will only function properly if you

use wheels of the recommended tire size

컄 page 403).

(

operates automatically, the

” (컄 page 88).

For more information, see the “Practical hints” section ( (

컄 page 335).

컄 page 327) and

Electronic traction system

The electronic traction system is a component of ESP

The electronic traction system improves the vehicle’s ability to utilize available traction, especially under slippery road conditions by applying the brakes to a spinning wheel.

When you switch off the ESP

, the

electronic traction system is still enabled.

Warning! G

If you are driving too fast, the electronic traction system cannot reduce the risk of an accident.

The electronic traction system cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle.

Switching off the ESP

Warning! G

The ESP® should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below. Disabling of the system will reduce vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers.

Do not switch off the ESP Minispare wheel is mounted.

when a

To improve the vehicle’s traction, turn off the ESP

in driving situations where it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as:

앫 when driving with snow chains 앫 in deep snow 앫 in sand or gravel

Switch on the ESP® immediately if the

aforementioned circumstances do not apply anymore.

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When you switch off the ESP

앫 the ESP 앫 the engine output is not limited, which

does not stabilize the vehicle

allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip

앫 the traction control will still apply the

brakes to a spinning wheel

앫 the ESP

continues to operate when

you are braking

앫 you cannot activate the cruise control 앫 the cruise control switches off if

currently activated

When the ESP® is switched off and one or

more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP ing lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes. However, the ESP hicle.

will then not stabilize the ve-

warn-

The ESP

switch is located on the center

console.

1 ESP

왘 With the engine running, press ESP

switch

switch 1 until the ESP

warning lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on.

The ESP

is switched off.

Warning! G

When the ESP® warning lamp v is illuminated continuously, the ESP switched off or is not operational due to a malfunction. Vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers reduces.

Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non-operating status of the ESP

Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an

extended period with the ESP

may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Switching on the ESP

왘 Press ESP

switch 1 until the ESP®

warning lamp v in the instrument cluster goes out.

You are now again in normal driving mode with ESP

switched on.

switched off. This

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Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESP

Models with all-wheel-drive only. The 4MATIC improves vehicle’s ability to

use available traction, e.g. during winter operation in mountains under snowy conditions, by applying power to all four wheels.

Warning! G

If you see the ESP® warning lamp v flashing in the instrument cluster, proceed as follows:

앫 While driving off, apply as little throttle

as possible

앫 While driving, ease up on the accelera-

tor

앫 Adapt your speed and driving style to

the prevailing road conditions

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid.

The ESP ing from excessive speed.

Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

ed on a two-axle dynamometer. Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged,

which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

cannot prevent accidents result-

Do not tow with one axle raised.

Performance testing must only be conduct-

Because the ESP® operates automatically,

the engine must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer.

Active braking action through the ESP otherwise seriously damage the front or rear axle brake system.

Operational tests with the engine running can only be conducted on a two-axle dynamometer.

At highly demanding operating conditions,

the electronic traction system may temporarily switch off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes. The message

See Operator’s Manual

the multifunction display while the ESP lamp v is flashing. The ESP ing normally.

unavailable

will then appear in

may

warning

is still function-

왔 Anti-theft systems

Immobilizer

The immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.

Activating

왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter

switch.

Deactivating

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 32).

Starting the engine will also deactivate the

immobilizer. In case the engine cannot be started (yet the ve-

hicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

Anti-theft alarm system*

Once the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someone opens

앫 a door 앫 the trunk 앫 the hood

The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (e. g. a door) is immediately closed.

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The alarm system will also be triggered when

앫 opening the vehicle with the

mechanical key

앫 someone opens a door from the inside 앫 someone opens the trunk with the

emergency release button

If the alarm stays on for more than

30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system*

컄 page 247) provided Tele Aid service was

( subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and GPS coverage are available.

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Anti-theft systems

Arming the alarm system

The indicator lamp is in the center console.

1 Indicator lamp

왘 Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey.

The turn signal lamps flash three times and an acoustic signal sounds three times, to indicate that the alarm system is armed.

Indicator lamp 1 begins to flash after approximately 30 seconds after arming the alarm system.

If the turn signal lamps do not flash three

times, one of the following elements may not be properly closed:

앫 a door 앫 the trunk

Close the respective element and lock the vehicle again.

Disarming the alarm system

왘 Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey.

The turn signal lamps flash once and an acoustic signal sounds once, to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed.

The alarm system will rearm automatically

after approximately 40 seconds if neither a door nor the trunk lid was opened.

Canceling the alarm

To cancel the alarm:

왘 Press the Œ or ‹ button on the

SmartKey.

왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter

switch.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function* Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Manual transmission Automatic transmission* Good visibility Climate control Automatic climate control Audio system Power windows Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Driving systems Loading Useful features

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to operate the equipment installed on your vehicle. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.

To quickly familiarize yourself with the basic functions of the vehicle, refer to the “Getting started” section of this manual. The corresponding page numbers are given at the beginning of each segment.

For more information on locking and unlocking, see “Getting started” (

컄 page 32) and (컄 page 54).

SmartKey

Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key.

The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKeys are a different color to help distinguish each SmartKey unit.

The SmartKey provides an extended operating range. To prevent theft, however, it is advisable to only unlock the vehicle when you are in close proximity to it.

The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks:

앫 the doors 앫 the trunk 앫 the fuel filler flap

SmartKey with remote control

1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Opening button for trunk

(

컄 page 95)

3 Mechanical key locking tab 4 Œ Unlock button 5 Battery check lamp 6 Â Panic button* (

Canada only:

Only vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm system* have SmartKeys with integrated panic button 6.

To prevent possible malfunction, avoid ex-

posing the SmartKey to high levels of electromagnetic radiation.

컄 page 81)

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. It is possible for children to open a locked door from the inside, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

USA only:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-

ence, and

(2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Canada only:

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

You can also open or close the windows and

the tilt/sliding sunroof* using the SmartKey

컄 page 223).

(

If you can no longer lock or unlock the vehi-

cle with the SmartKey, then either the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged, the SmartKey is malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained.

앫 Try second SmartKey. 앫 Check the batteries in the SmartKey

컄 page 95) and replace them if necessary

(

컄 page 366).

(

앫 Use the mechanical key to unlock the driv-

er’s door (

컄 page 362).

(

컄 page 361) and the trunk

앫 Use the mechanical key to lock the driver’s

컄 page 362) and the trunk

door (

컄 page 99).

(

앫 Have the vehicle battery and the battery con-

nections checked (

If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

컄 page 383).

Factory setting

When unlocking or locking the vehicle with

the SmartKey an acoustic signal sounds. The acoustic signal is activated at the factory. If you wish to deactivate the feature, or adjust its signal volume, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Global unlocking

왘 Press button Œ.

앫 All turn signal lamps flash once. 앫 An acoustic signal sounds once. 앫 The locking knobs in the doors

move up.

앫 The anti-theft alarm system* is dis-

armed.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

The vehicle will lock again automatically and rearm the anti-theft alarm system* within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking if:

앫 neither door nor trunk is opened 앫 the SmartKey is not inserted in the

starter switch

앫 the central locking switch is not

activated

Global locking

왘 Press button ‹.

앫 All turn signal lamps flash three

times.

앫 An acoustic signal sounds three

times.

앫 The locking knobs in the doors

move down.

앫 The anti-theft alarm system* is

armed.

Selective setting

If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that pressing button Œ only unlocks the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap.

왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹

simultaneously for about 5 seconds until battery check lamp 5 (

컄 page 92)

flashes twice. The SmartKey will then function as

follows:

Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap

왘 Press button Œ once.

앫 All turn signal lamps flash once. 앫 An acoustic signal sounds once. 앫 The locking knob in the driver’s

door moves up.

앫 The anti-theft alarm system* is dis-

armed.

Global unlocking

왘 Press button Œ twice.

앫 All turn signal lamps flash once. 앫 An acoustic signal sounds once. 앫 The locking knobs in the doors

move up.

앫 The anti-theft alarm system* is dis-

armed.

Global locking

왘 Press button ‹.

With the trunk and all doors closed:

앫 All turn signal lamps flash three

times.

앫 An acoustic signal sounds three

times.

앫 The locking knobs in the doors

move down.

앫 The anti-theft alarm system* is

armed.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Restoring to factory setting

왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹

simultaneously for about 5 seconds until Battery check lamp 5 (

컄 page 92)

flashes twice.

Unlocking and opening the trunk

You can unlock and open the trunk separately.

A minimum height clearance of 5.71 ft (1.74 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

왘 Press button Š until trunk lid

unlocks and begins to open.

The trunk lid swings open upwards automat-

ically. Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance.

If the trunk does not open, it is still locked

separately (

컄 page 99).

The trunk can also be opened from its inside in an emergency, see “Trunk emergency release” (

컄 page 98).

Checking the batteries

왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.

Battery check lamp (

컄 page 92) comes

on briefly to indicate that the SmartKey batteries are in order.

If the battery check lamp does not come on

briefly during check, then the SmartKey batteries are discharged.

Replace the batteries ( You can obtain the required batteries at any

authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

If the batteries are checked within signal

range of the vehicle, pressing the ‹ or Œ button will lock or unlock the vehicle accordingly.

컄 page 366).

Loss of SmartKey or mechanical key

If you lose a SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following:

왘 Have the SmartKey deactivated by an

authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

왘 Report the loss of the SmartKey or the

mechanical key immediately to your car insurance company.

왘 Have the mechanical lock replaced if

necessary.

Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Opening the doors from the inside

You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so.

1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle

If the vehicle has previously been locked

with the SmartKey, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system*.

To cancel the alarm, do one of the following:

앫 Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. 앫 Press button Œ or ‹ on the

SmartKey.

Front doors

왘 Pull on door handle 2 on the

respective front door to open door. If door was locked, locking knob 1 will

move up.

If you hear a warning signal you have forgot-

ten to switch off the headlamps before opening the driver’s door.

In addition the message appears in the multifunction display.

Switch off the headlamps.

Switch off lights

Rear doors

왘 Pull up locking knob 1 on the

respective rear door to unlock door.

왘 Pull on door handle 2 on the

respective rear door to open door.

Opening the trunk

Warning! G

Only drive with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as blocked visibility, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior.

You can open the trunk if the vehicle is stationary.

A minimum height clearance of 5.71 ft (1.74 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

The trunk lid swings open upwards automat-

ically. Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Opening the trunk from the outside

1 Handle

왘 Press and hold button Š on the

SmartKey until trunk unlocks and begins to open.

왘 Pull on handle 1.

The vehicle must be unlocked.

If the trunk does not open, it is still locked

separately (

in an emergency, see “Trunk emergency release” (

컄 page 99).

The trunk can also be opened from its inside

컄 page 98).

Opening the trunk from the inside

1 Remote trunk opening switch

왘 Press remote trunk opening switch 1

until the trunk begins to open. The trunk opens. The indicator lamp in

remote trunk opening switch 1 comes on and remains lit until the trunk is closed.

If the trunk does not open, it is still locked

separately (

ing button Š on the SmartKey or from its inside in an emergency, see “Trunk emergency release” (

컄 page 99).

The trunk can also be opened be opened us-

컄 page 98).

Closing the trunk

1 Handle 2 Handles

왘 Lower trunk lid by pulling firmly on

handle 1 or handles 2.

왘 Close trunk lid with hands placed flat

on the trunk lid.

Warning! G

To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk.

컄컄

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

컄컄

Be especially careful when small children are around.

Warning! G

Only drive with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as a blocked visibility, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior.

Do not place the SmartKey in the open

trunk. You may lock yourself out.

If the vehicle was previously centrally

locked, the trunk will lock automatically after closing it. The turn signals will flash three times to confirm locking.

Trunk emergency release

With the emergency release button, the trunk can be opened from inside the trunk.

The emergency release button is located on the inside of the trunk lid.

1 Emergency release button

왘 Briefly press emergency release

button 1. The trunk unlocks and the trunk lid

opens.

The trunk lid swings open upwards

automatically.

Illumination of the emergency release button:

앫 The button flashes 30 minutes after

opening the trunk.

앫 The button flashes 60 minutes after

closing the trunk.

The emergency release button unlocks and

opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing still or in motion.

The emergency release button does not

open the trunk lid if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected.

If the vehicle has previously been locked

with the SmartKey, opening the trunk from the inside using the emergency release button will trigger the anti-theft alarm system*.

To cancel the alarm, do one of the following:

앫 Press button Œ or ‹ on the

SmartKey.

앫 Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Valet locking

To deny any unauthorized person access to

the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the SmartKey less its mechanical key with the vehicle.

The lock is located next to the handle above the rear license plate recess.

1 Neutral position 2 Locked

왘 Close the trunk (컄 page 97). 왘 Pull the mechanical key out of the

SmartKey (

컄 page 361).

왘 Turn the mechanical key clockwise to

position 2 and remove the mechanical key in that position to lock the trunk.

The trunk remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally unlocked.

You can only cancel the separate trunk lock-

ing mode by means of the mechanical key.

왘 Insert the mechanical key in the trunk

lid lock.

왘 Turn the mechanical key counterclock-

wise to neutral position 1 and remove the mechanical key in that position to unlock the trunk.

You can now open the trunk (

컄 page 96).

Automatic central locking

The doors and the trunk automatically lock when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so.

The doors unlock automatically after an ac-

cident if the force of the impact exceeds a preset threshold.

To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking when the vehicle

앫 is pushed or towed 앫 is on a test stand

You can deactivate the automatic locking mode using the control system, see “Setting automatic locking” (

컄 page 143).

왘 Insert the mechanical key in the trunk

lid lock.

Mercedes-Benz C 230 2007, C-Class 2007, C 350 Sport 2007, C 280 4MATIC 2007, C 280 2007 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Product information

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Where to find it

Symbols

Problems with your vehicle

Reporting safety defects

Vehicle data recording

At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Multifunction steering wheel

Center console

Overhead control panel

Door control panel

Getting started

Unlocking

Adjusting

Driving

Parking and locking

Safety and Security

Occupant safety

Panic alarm*

Driving safety systems

Anti-theft systems

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking