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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Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG
Operator’s Manual
C-Class Sedan
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:
Please read this manual carefully, then
return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.
Please follow the recommendations
contained in this manual. They are de­signed to acquaint you with the opera­tion of your Mercedes-Benz.
Please pay attention to the warnings
and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and oc­cupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents

Introduction.......................................... 9
Product information................................ 9
Operator’s Manual............................... 10
Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees
of Mercedes-Benz automobiles...... 11
Maintenance .................................. 12
Roadside Assistance ...................... 12
Change of address or ownership.... 12
Operating your vehicle
outside the USA or Canada............ 13
Where to find it.................................... 14
Symbols............................................... 15
Operating safety .................................. 16
Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16
Problems with your vehicle.................. 17
Reporting safety defects...................... 18
Reporting Safety Defects ............... 18
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

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.
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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:
New Vehicle Limited WarrantyEmission System WarrantyEmission Performance WarrantyCalifornia, Maine, Massachusetts, and
Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)
State Warranty Enforcement Laws
(Lemon Laws)
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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
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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.
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Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in for­eign countries, please be aware that
service facilities or replacement parts
may not be readily available,
unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat-
alytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,
gasoline may have a considerably low-
er octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail­able for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult 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
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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:
this Operator’s Manualthe Maintenance Booklet
Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle.
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Symbols
Trademarks:
®
ESP
HomeLink
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
i
find useful.
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Symbols

This symbol points to instructions for
you to follow.
A number of these symbols appearing
in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure.
Page This symbol tells you where to
look for further information on a topic.
컄컄 This continuation symbol marks
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.
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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:
the safety precautions in this manualthe “Technical data” section in this
manual
traffic rules and regulationsmotor 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

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
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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.
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Vehicle data recording

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
for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposeswith the consent of the vehicle owner or lesseein response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agencyfor use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/oras 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.
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At a glance

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

Cockpit

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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
39
handle (manual)
c Steering wheel adjustment
40
stalk (electrical)*
d Parking brake pedal 48, 54 e Remote trunk opening
97
switch
f Door control panel 30 g Parking brake release 48
Item Page
h Combination switch
Turn signals 50Windshield wipers 51High beam 50
j Exterior lamp switch 50,
109
k Exterior rear view mirror
adjustment
42,
160
l Headlamp washer button* 160
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At a glance

Instrument cluster

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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:
Trip odometer 119Main odometer 121Gear selector lever
position*
85,
327
48, 54,
324
48, 54,
324
50,
109
50
121
47,
121,
153
Item Page
Program mode* 157Status indicator (outside
temperature/digital
120,
135
speedometer)
Digital clock 121
4 K Right turn signal
50
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:
Resetting trip odometer 119Resetting all settings 131Instrument cluster
118
illumination
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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:
i
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.
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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
90
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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
27
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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
28
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
247
At a glance

Overhead control panel

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