Mercedes C230 owner's manual: Technical terms

Technical terms

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

Accessory weight (▷ page 327)

Air pressure (▷ page 327)

Alignment bolt Metal pin with thread. The centering pin is an aid used when changing a tire to align the wheel with the wheel hub.

Aspect ratio (▷ page 327)

Bar (▷ page 327)

BAS (Brake Assist System) System for potentially reducing braking distances in emergency braking situations. The system is activated when it senses an emergency based on how fast the brake is applied.

Bead (▷ page 327)

Bi-Xenon headlamps* Headlamps which use an electric arc as the light source and produce a more intense light than filament headlamps. Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low beam and high beam.

CAC (Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service center, which can help you with any questions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a breakdown.

CAN system (Controller Area Network) Data bus network serving to control vehicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping depending on vehicle settings and/or ambient conditions.

Cockpit All instruments, switches, buttons and indicator/warning lamps in the passenger compartment needed for vehicle operation and monitoring.

Cold tire inflation pressure (▷ page 327)

COMAND* (Cockpit Management and Data System) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and the navigation system, as well as other optional equipment (CD changer*, telephone*, etc.).

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Control system The control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings. Information and messages appear in the multifunction display. The driver uses the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to navigate through the system and to adjust settings.

Cruise control Driving convenience system that automatically maintains the vehicle speed set by the driver.

Curb weight (▷ page 328)

DOT (Department of Transportation) (▷ page 328)

Engine number The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine produced.

Engine oil viscosity Measurement for the inner friction (viscosity) of the oil at different temperatures. The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin, or the lower the temperature it can tolerate without becoming viscous, the better the viscosity.

ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Improves vehicle handling and directional stability.

ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear collisions exceeding the system’s threshold to tighten the seat belts. ->SRS

FSS (Canada vehicles) (Flexible Service System) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle maintenance service is due. FSS evaluates engine temperature, oil level, vehicle speed, engine speed, distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) (▷ page 328)

Gear range Number of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the gear selector lever.

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GPS (Global Positioning System) Satellite-based system for relaying geographic location information to and from vehicles equipped with special receivers. Employs CD digital maps for navigation.

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (▷ page 328)

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (▷ page 328)

Instrument cluster The displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver's field of vision, including the tachometer, speedometer, engine temperature display and fuel gauge.

Kickdown Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts the transmission down to the lowest possible gear. This very quickly accelerates the vehicle and should not be used for normal acceleration needs.

Kilopascal (kPa) (▷ page 328)

Lock button Button on the door which indicates whether the door is locked or unlocked. Pushing the lock button down on an individual door from inside will lock that door.

Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle maintenance service is due. The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly.

Maximum tire inflation pressure (▷ page 328)

Maximum load rating (▷ page 328)

Maximum loaded vehicle weight (▷ page 328)

Memory function* Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and mirror positions for each SmartKey.

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MON (Motor Octane Number) The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gasoline's ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the MON (Motor Octane Number) and ->RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.

Multifunction display Display field in the instrument cluster used to present information provided by the control system.

Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel with buttons for operating the control system.

Normal occupant weight (▷ page 329)

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

Occupant distribution (▷ page 329)

Overspeed range Engine speeds within the red marking of the tachometer dial. Avoid this engine speed range, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Poly-V-belt drive Drives engine-components (alternator, AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.

Power train Collective term designating all components used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, including

• engine
• clutch/torque converter
• transmission
• transfer case
• drive shaft
• differential
• axle shafts/axles

Production options weight (▷ page 329)

Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automatic transmission* between standard operation S and comfort operation C.

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PSI (Pounds per square inch) (▷ page 329)

Recommended tire inflation pressure (▷ page 329)

Restraint systems Seat belts, child restraints, lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH). As independent systems, their protective functions complement one another.

Rim (▷ page 329)

RON (Research Octane Number) The Research Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gasoline’s ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the ->MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.

Shift lock When the vehicle is parked, this lock prevents the transmission gear selector lever from being moved out of position P without SmartKey turned and brake pedal depressed.

Sidewall (▷ page 329)

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Air bags, air bag control unit (with crash sensor), emergency tensioning device. Though independent systems, they are closely interfaced to provide effective occupant protection.

Tele Aid System* (Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and manual emergency, roadside assistance and information. Tele Aid is initially activated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call. The Tele Aid system is operational provided that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available.

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Telematics* A combination of the terms “tele-communications” and “informatics”.

Tightening torque Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug wrench) with which threaded fasteners such as wheel bolts are tightened.

TIN (Tire Identification Number) (▷ page 329)

Tire load rating (▷ page 329)

Tire ply composition and material used (▷ page 329)

Tire speed rating (▷ page 330)

Traction (▷ page 330)

Tread (▷ page 330)

Treadwear indicators (▷ page 330)

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (▷ page 330)

Vehicle capacity weight (▷ page 330)

Vehicle maximum load on the tire (▷ page 330)

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the body to uniquely identify each vehicle produced.

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Index

A ABS 83, 441 ABS control 83 Indicator lamp 25 Malfunction indicator lamp 344 Messages in display 358 Accelerator position, automatic transmission* 170 Accessory weight 327 Accident In case of 53 Activating Air conditioning (cooling) 186, 198 Air recirculation mode 184, 195 Anti-theft alarm system* 90 Automatic climate control* 189 Central locking (control system) 153 Charcoal filter 197 Climate control 179 Climate control system 181 Defrosting 183, 194 Easy-entry/exit feature* 154 ESP 87 Exterior headlamps 49 Exterior lamps 118 Exterior rear view mirror parking position* 174 Hazard warning flasher 123 Headlamps 49 High beam headlamps 50 High beams 121 Ignition 33 Immobilizer 56, 89 Low beam headlamps 49 Rear window defroster 177 Residual heat 199 Seat heating* 113 Tow-away alarm* 91 Windshield wipers 51 Adding Coolant 301 Engine oil 299 Additional turn signals 391 Adjustable air vents, rear passenger compartment 187, 200 Adjusting 35 Air distribution 182, 192 Air volume 182, 193 Backrest contour 112 Backrest side bolsters 112 Backrest tilt, manual seat 36 Backrest tilt, power seat* 38 Exterior rear view mirrors 41 Folding back rear seat head restraints, electrical 110 Folding back rear seat head restraints, manual 110 Head restraint height, manual seat 37 Head restraint height, power seat* 38 Head restraint height, rear seats 109 Head restraint tilt, manual seat 37 Head restraint tilt, power seat* 39 Head restraint tilt, rear seats 111 Instrument cluster illumination 126 Interior rear view mirror 41 Manual seat 36 Mirrors 41

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Multicontour seat* 112 Placing upright rear seat head restraints 110 Power seat* 38 Rear seat head restraints 109 Seat belt height 45 Seat cushion depth 112 Seat cushion tilt, manual seat 36 Seat cushion tilt, power seat* 38 Seat fore and aft adjustment, manual seat 36 Seat fore and aft adjustment, power seat* 38 Seat height, manual seat 36 Seat height, power seat* 38 Seats 35 Steering column height, electrical* 41 Steering column height, manual 40 Steering column length, electrical* 41 Steering column length, manual 40 Steering wheel 39

Adjusting air distribution and volume 182 Adjusting sound functions 205 Adjusting the volume 205 Aids for changing fuses 413 Air bags 59 Children 60 Front 63 Passenger 63 Safety guidelines 62 Side impact 64 Window curtain 64 Air conditioning (cooling) 185 Turning off 186, 198 Turning on 186, 198 Air conditioning refrigerant 433 Air distribution Adjusting 182, 192 Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air recirculation mode 184, 195 Activating 184, 195 Deactivating 185, 196

Air vents, rear passenger compartment Adjustable 187, 200 Air volume Adjusting 182, 193 Alarm Audible 81, 89 Canceling 90, 92 Visual 89 Alarm system Anti-theft* 89 Tow-away* 91 Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 401, 441 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 438 Antiglare Manual 172 Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti-theft alarm system* Arming 90 Canceling alarm 90 Disarming 90

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Anti-theft systems 89 Anti-theft alarm system* 89 Immobilizer 89 Tow-away alarm* 91 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Armrest Changing inclination of 260 Storage spaces 260 Armrest in rear passenger compartment 261 Ashtrays 263 Aspect ratio 327 ATF 300 AUDIO menu 135 Selecting radio station 136 Selecting satellite radio* station 136 Audio system 201 Audio and telephone, operation 201 Button and soft key operation 204 CD* operation 219 Operating and display elements 202 Operating safety 201 Operation 204 Radio operation 209 Switching off 205 Switching on 204 Telephone* operation 226 Auto-dimming* for rear view mirror 173 Automatic central locking Activating/deactivating (control system) 153 Automatic climate control* 188 Activating 189 Adjusting air distribution 192 Air recirculation mode 195 Deactivating 189 Defrosting 194 Setting the temperature 191 Automatic headlamp mode 118 Automatic lighting control Activating 124 Deactivating 124 Automatic locking when driving 103 Automatic shift program Automatic transmission* 169 Automatic time change (summer/winter) 147 Automatic Transmission Fluid see ATF Automatic transmission* 164 Accelerator position 170 Automatic shift program 169 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) 171 Fluid level 300 Gear ranges 167 Gear selector lever 47, 164 Gear selector lever position 164, 168 Gear shifting malfunctions 171 Kickdown 170 Manual shifting 166 One-touch gearshifting 166 Program mode selector switch, automatic shift program 169 Starting with 47 Transmission fluid 300

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B Backrest Folding forward 256 Folding rearward 256 Backrest contour Adjusting 112 Backrest side bolsters Adjusting 112 Backrest tilt Manual seat 36 Power seat* 38 Backup lamps Messages in display 371 Replacing bulbs 391 Bar 327 BAS 84, 441 Messages in display 359 Batteries, SmartKey Changing 389 Check lamp 97 Checking 97

Battery discharged Jump starting 407 Battery, vehicle 302, 404 Charging 405 Disconnecting 405 Reconnecting 406 Reinstalling 405 Removing 405 Bead 327 Bi-Xenon headlamps* 441 Bi-Xenon type* Front lamp bulbs 395 Block heater (Canada only) 333 Blocking Rear door window operation 80 Bolts For spare wheel 382 Brake Assist System see BAS Brake fluid 433 Checking 295 Message in display 363

Brake lamp bulbs 391 Brake lamp, high mounted 391 Brake lamps Messages in display 371 Brake pads Message in display 363 Brakes 284 Warning lamp 25, 345 Break-in period 282 Bulbs, replacing 390 Additional turn signals 391 Backup lamps 391, 397 Brake lamps 391, 397 Cornering fog lamps* 391 Fog lamp, rear 391, 397 Fog lamps, front 391 Front lamps 391 High beam flasher 391 High beam headlamps 391 High mounted brake lamp 391 License plate lamps 391, 397

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Low beam headlamps 391 Parking lamps, front 391, 394, 396 Parking lamps, rear 391, 397 Rear lamps 391 Side marker lamps, front 391, 396 Side marker lamps, rear 391, 397 Standing lamps, front 391, 394, 396 Standing lamps, rear 391, 397 Tail lamp unit 397 Tail lamps 391, 397 Turn signal lamps, front 391, 394, 396 Turn signal lamps, rear 391, 397 Button Audio system 204

C CAC 441 California Important notice 11 Calling up Maintenance service indicator 335 Range (distance to empty) 158 CAN system 441 Cargo area see Trunk Cargo tie-down rings* 258 Catalytic converter 291 CD changer* 219 CD changer* operation 221 CD player* Operating 137 CD* operation 219 Center console 27 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 27, 64 Lamp in 350–351 Lower part 28 Upper part 27 Center console ashtray 263

Centigrade Setting temperature units 143 Central locking Automatic 103 From inside 104 Locking from inside 104 Switch 104 Switching on/off (control system) 153 Unlocking from inside 104 Central locking switch 104 Central unlocking Switch 104 Unlocking from inside 104 Central unlocking switch 104 Certification label 420 Changing Batteries (SmartKey) 389 CDs 219 Changing key setting 155 Charcoal filter 196 Activating 197 Deactivating 197

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Charging Vehicle battery 405

Checking Brake fluid 295 Coolant level 295, 301 Engine oil level 295, 298 Tire inflation pressure 295 Vehicle lighting 295 Washer reservoir level 295

Child safety 68 Air bags 60 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 75 Infant and child restraint systems 64, 68 LATCH-type child seat anchors 78 OCS 71 Child safety switch see Blocking of rear door window operation Child seat anchors see LATCH-type child seat anchors Cigarette lighter 265

Cleaning Cloth upholstery 342 Cup holders 341 Gear selector lever 341 Hard plastic trim items 341 Headlamps 172 Headliner and shelf below rear window 341 Instrument cluster 340 Leather upholstery 341 Light alloy wheels 340 MB Tex upholstery 342 Plastic and rubber parts 342 Seat belts 341 Steering wheel 341 Upholstery 341 Windows 340 Windshield 52 Wiper blades 340 Wood trims 342 Cleaning tires 306 Climate control 178 Clock 25, 129, 145, 146

Closing Cup holder, in rear seat armrest 263 Glove box 259 Hood 297 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 245 Tilt/sliding sunroof* in an emergency 387 Tilt/sliding sunroof* with SmartKey 247 Trunk lid 101 Windows 241, 242 Windows with SmartKey 243 Cloth upholstery Cleaning 342 Cockpit 22, 441 Cockpit Management and Data System see COMAND* Cold tire inflation pressure 327 Collapsible wheel chock 380 COMAND* 441 COMAND* see separate operating instructions

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Combination switch 121 High beam flasher 50 Turn signals 50 Windshield wipers 51 Control and operation of radio transmitters 290 Control system 129, 442 AUDIO menu 135 Convenience submenu 154 Display digital speedometer 135 Display outside temperature 135 Functions 130, 133 Instrument cluster submenu 143, 145 Lighting submenu 149 Menus 132, 133 Multifunction display 129 Multifunction steering wheel 130 NAV* menu 138 Selecting radio system 136 Selecting satellite radio* system 136 Settings menu 140 Standard display menu 134 Submenu Time/Date 145 Submenus 131, 133 TEL* menu 158 Trip computer menu 156 Vehicle status message memory menu 138 Vehicle submenu 153 Controller Area Network see CAN system Convenience submenu 154 Activating easy-entry/exit feature* 154 Setting key dependency 155 Setting parking position* for exterior rear view mirror 156 Coolant 301 Adding 301 Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity 437 Capacities 431, 432 Checking level 301 Messages in display 364–366 Temperature 292 Temperature gauge 127 Coolant level Checking 295, 301 Coolant temperature gauge 25 Coolants 437 Cornering fog lamps* 122 Replacing bulbs 391 Switching off 122, 123 Switching on 122, 123 Cruise control 249, 442 Canceling 250 Driving downhill 250 Driving uphill 250 Fine adjustment 251 Message in display 367 Setting current speed 250 Setting speeds 251 Cruise control lever 249 Cruising range, fuel 436 Cup holder In rear seat armrest 262 Cup holders Cleaning 341 In front of seat armrest 261 Curb weight 328 Customer Assistance Center see CAC

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D Date (day) Setting 148 Date (month) Setting 147 Date (year) Setting 149 Daytime running lamp mode 119 Setting 150 Deactivating Air conditioning (cooling) 186, 198 Air recirculation mode 185, 196 Alarm 90 Anti-theft alarm system* 90 Automatic climate control* 189 Central locking (control system) 153 Charcoal filter 197 Climate control 179 Climate control system 181 Cruise control 250 Defrost 194 Defrosting 183 Engine with the SmartKey 56 ESP 86 Exterior lamps 118 Exterior lamps delayed shut-off 151 Hazard warning flasher 123 Headlamps 55 Immobilizer 89 Interior lighting delayed shut-off 153 Rear window defroster 177 Residual heat 199 Seat heating* 113 Tow-away alarm* 91 Deep water see Standing water Defogging Windshield 182, 193 Defrosting 183, 194 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps 151 Interior lighting 153 Department of Transportation see DOT Dialing A number (telephone*) 160 Difficulties While driving see Problems while driving With starting 47 Digital clock 129 Digital speedometer 135 Direction of rotation (tires) 307 Discharged battery Jump starting 407 Disconnecting Vehicle battery 405 Display Messages in display 367 Display elements Audio system 202 Displays Digital speedometer 135 Maintenance service indicator 334 Outside temperature 135 Selecting display for status indicator 144 Showing vehicle status messages 139 Symbol messages 362 Text messages 354 Vehicle status messages 352

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Distance to empty (range) Calling up 158 Door control panel 30 Door entry lamps 125 Door handle 98 Door unlock With Tele Aid* 273 Doors Message in display 367 Opening from inside vehicle 98 Opening from the outside 96 DOT 328 Downhill driving Cruise control 250 Downshifting 166 Manual transmission 163 Drink holder see Cup holders Drinking and driving 283

Driving Driving abroad 290 General instructions 43, 283 Hydroplaning 286 In winter 288 Problems 53 Safety systems 83 Through standing water 289 Driving abroad 290 Driving instructions 283 Driving off 285 Driving safety systems 4MATIC 88 ABS 83 BAS 84 ESP 85 Driving systems 249 Cruise control 249 Driving safety systems 83

E Easy-entry/exit feature* 106 Activating 154 Electrical fuses 413 Electrical outlet in rear passenger compartment 265 Electrical system Technical data 428 Electronic Stability Program see ESP Emergency call 911 239 Emergency call system* 267 Emergency calls Initiating an emergency call 269 With Tele Aid* 268 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) 171

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Emergency operations Closing power tilt/sliding sunroof* 387 Locking the vehicle 384 Opening power tilt/sliding sunroof* 387 Releasing trunk lid from inside 102 Remote door unlock 273 Unlocking the vehicle 383 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emission control 291 Emission control information label 420 Ending A call (telephone*) 160 Engine Compartment 296 Starting with automatic transmission* 47 Starting with manual transmission 46 Starting with the SmartKey, automatic transmission* 47 Starting with the SmartKey, manual transmission 46 Technical data 422 Turning off with the SmartKey 56

Engine cleaning 339 Engine compartment 296 Fuse box in 414 Hood 296 Engine malfunction indicator lamp 25, 346 Engine number 420, 442 Engine oil 297 Adding 299 Additives 433 Checking level 295, 298 Consumption 297 Display messages 298, 368–369 Filler neck, C 230 Kompressor (all models) 300 Filler neck, C 240 (all models) and C 320 (all models) 300 Messages in display 298, 368–369 Viscosity 442 Engine oil level Checking 295, 298

Engine oils 433 ESP 85, 442 Four wheel electronic traction system with ESP 88 Messages in display 360–361 Switching off 86 Switching on 87 Warning lamp 25, 348 ETD 67, 442 Safety guidelines 62 Ethanol fuel At the gas station 293 Requirements 435 Switching fuels 436 Exterior lamp switch 49, 117 Exterior lamps Delayed shut-off 151 Exterior rear view mirrors Adjusting 41 Parking position* for 156

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F Fahrenheit Setting temperature units 143 Fastening the seat belts 43 Filler neck C 230 Kompressor (all models) 300 C 240 (all models) and C 320 (all models) 300 Fine adjustment Cruise control 251 First aid kit 377 Flat tire 399 Lowering the vehicle 403 Minispare wheel 380 Mounting the spare wheel 399 Preparing the vehicle 399 Flexible fuel vehicles 435 At the gas station 293 Switching fuels 436 Flexible Service System see FSS

Fog lamp, rear Message in display 373 Replacing bulb 391 Switching on 121 Fog lamps, front Messages in display 371 Replacing bulbs 391 Switching on 120 Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with ESP 88 4MATIC 88 Front air bags 63 Front fog lamps Indicator lamp 117 Switching on 120 Front lamps Bi-Xenon* type 395 Halogen-type 393 Messages in display 371–374 Replacing bulbs 391, 393 Switching on 117 Front passenger front air bag Messages in display 354–357

Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 27, 64, 350–351 Front seat head restraints Installing, manual seat 108 Installing, power seat* 109 Manual seat 108 Power seat* 108 Removing, manual seat 108 Removing, power seat* 108 Front seats Heating* 113 FSS (Canada vehicles) 334, 442 Fuel 294 Additives 435 Cruising range 436 E85 (ethanol fuel) 436 Fuel reserve warning lamp 349 Gasoline additives 435 Premium unleaded gasoline 294, 432, 434 Requirements 434, 435 Switching (Flexible Fuel Vehicle) 436 Technical data 431, 432

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Fuel additives 435 Fuel cap Message in display 347, 370 Fuel consumption statistics After start 157 Since last reset 157 Fuel filler flap 293 Locking 293 Opening in an emergency 385 Unlocking 293 Fuel gauge 25 Fuel requirements 434 For ethanol fuel 435 Fuel reserve Warning lamp 25 Fuel tank Capacity 432 Filler flap 293

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities 431 Functions (control system) 130, 133 Resetting 141 Fuse box In engine compartment 414 In trunk 416 Fuse chart 413 Fuse extractor 413, 416 Fuses 413 Aids for changing fuses 413 Fuse box in engine compartment 414 Fuse box in trunk 416 Fuse chart 413 Fuse extractor 413, 416 Main fuse box in passenger compartment 414 Spare fuses 413

G Garage door opener* 274 Gasoline additives 435 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 328 Gear range 442 Automatic transmission* 167 Limiting 167 Shifting into optimal 166 Gear range limit Canceling 166 Gear selector lever 47, 164 Cleaning 341 Lock 47 Position (automatic transmission*) 129, 164, 168 Gearshift lever 46, 163

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Global Locking 96 Unlocking 96 Global Positioning System see GPS Glove box 259 Closing 259 Locking 259 Opening 259 Unlocking 259 Good visibility 172 GPS 443 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW GVW 328 GVWR 328

H Halogen-type Front lamp bulbs 393 Hands-free microphone 29 Hard plastic trim items Cleaning 341 Hazard warning flasher 123 Switching off 123 Switching on 123 Head restraints 107 Front seats, manual seat 108 Front seats, power seat* 108 Manual seat 37 Power seat* 38 Rear seats 109 Head unit Time synchronization* with 145 Headlamp cleaning system* 303 Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, exterior lamps Headlamps Automatic control 118 Bi-Xenon* 441 Bi-Xenon* type Replacing bulbs 395 Cleaning 339 Cleaning system* 172, 303, 439 Halogen-type, replacing bulbs 393 Refilling washer fluid 303 Switching off 55 Switching on 49 Washer fluid 439 Headliner and shelf below rear window Cleaning 341 Heated seats* 113

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Height adjustment

• Head restraints, manual seat 37
• Head restraints, power seat* 38
• Rear seat head restraints 109
• Seat belts 45
• Steering wheel,
  • electrical* adjustment 40
• Steering wheel,
  • manual adjustment 40 High beam flasher 50, 121 High beam headlamps
• Indicator lamp 25
• Messages in display 372
• Replacing bulbs 391, 394
• Switching on 50, 121 High beam headlamps xenon type*
• Replacing bulbs 395 High mounted brake lamp 391 Hood 296
• Closing 297
• Message in display 370
• Opening 296 Horn 23 Hydroplaning 286

I Identification labels 420

• Certification label 420
• Emission control information
  • label 420
• Vacuum line routing diagram
  • label 420
• Vehicle Identification Number 420 Ignition 33
• Switching on,
  • automatic transmission* 47
• Switching on,
  • manual transmission 46 Immobilizer 89
• Activating 89
• Deactivating 89 Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Infant and child restraint systems 68
• Installing 77
• LATCH-type child seat anchors 78

Information

• About service and warranty 10 Inside door handle 98 Installing
• Infant and child restraint systems 77
• Ski sack* (Canada only) 255
• Towing eye bolt 412
• Wiper blades 398 Instrument cluster 24, 126, 443
• Cleaning 340
• Coolant temperature gauge 127
• Illumination 126
• Lamps in 344–349
• Multifunction display 129
• Outside temperature indicator 128
• Selecting language 144 Instrument lighting 126 Instruments and controls see Cockpit

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Interior lighting 124 Activating automatic control 124 Deactivating automatic control 124 Delayed shut-off 153 Manual operation 124 Interior rear view mirror Adjusting 41 Antiglare 172 Interior storage spaces 259 Armrest 260 Cup holder in rear seat armrest 262 Cup holders in front of seat armrest 261 Glove box 259 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 263 Intermittent wiping 52

J Jack 377 Jump starting 407

K Key dependency memory Settings 155 Key positions in starter switch 33 Key, mechanical 383 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp 96 Checking the batteries 97 Factory setting 96 Global locking 96 Global unlocking 96 Loss of 98

Messages in display 370 Positions in starter switch 33 Remote control 94 Restoring to factory setting 97 Selective setting 96 Starting the engine, automatic transmission* 47 Starting the engine, manual transmission 46 Turning off the engine 56 Unlocking the trunk lid 98 Unlocking with 32 Kickdown 170, 443 Kilometers/miles in speedometer 143 Kilopascal 328 Km/h or mph in speedometer 143

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L Labels, identification 420 Lamp bulbs, exterior 390 Lamp sensor Message in display 372 Lamps, exterior Front 391 Light sensor 372 Messages in display 371–374 Rear 391 Lamps, indicator and warning ABS 25, 344 Battery (SmartKey) 96 Brakes 25, 345 Engine diagnostics 346, 349 Engine malfunction 25, 346–347 ESP 25, 348 Front fog lamps 117 Front passenger front air bag off 27, 64, 350–351 Fuel reserve 25, 349 High beam headlamps 25 Instrument cluster 344–349 Low beam headlamps 25 Maintenance service indicator 334 Rear fog lamp 117 Seat belt telltale 25, 349 SRS 25, 59, 349 Turn signals 25 Language Multifunction display 144 Setting 144 LATCH-type child seat anchors 78 Folding back 79 Folding out 78 Layout of poly-V-belt drive 421 Leather upholstery Cleaning 341 License plate lamps Messages in display 372 Replacing bulbs 391 Light alloy wheels Cleaning 340 Technical data 425, 426 Light sensor 372 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting 117 Automatic headlamp mode 118 Combination switch 121 Daytime running lamp mode 119 Door entry lamps 125 Exterior lamp switch 117 Front fog lamps 120 High beams 121 Instrument cluster illumination 126 Instruments 126 Interior 124 Locator lighting 120 Low beam 117 Manual headlamp mode 118 Night security illumination 120 Parking lamps 117 Rear fog lamp 121 Settings (control system) 149 Standing lamps 117 Trunk lamp 125 Limiting the gear range 167 Limp Home Mode 171 Loading 252 Cargo tie-down rings* 258 Instructions 257 Roof rack* 252 Split rear bench seat* 255 Loading terminology 327 Loading the vehicle 307

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Locator lighting 120 Setting 151 Lock button 443 Locking 54, 94 Automatic while driving 103 Centrally from inside 104 Fuel filler flap 293 Global, SmartKey 96 Glove box 259 Vehicle in an emergency 384 Loss of keys 98 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 419 Low beam headlamps Indicator lamp 25 Messages in display 372–373 Replacing bulbs 391, 393 Switching on 49 Lowering Vehicle 403 Lubricants Technical data 431

M Main dimensions 429 Main fuse box In passenger compartment 414 Mainodometer 129 Maintenance 12, 334 Vehicles with E85 fuel 436 Maintenance service Calling up the maintenance service indicator 335 Major service (Service B) 334 Minor service (Service A) 334 Overdue 335 Types 335 When due 334 Maintenance service indicator 334 Calling up 335, 336 Clearing 335, 336 Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 334, 443 Manual headlamp mode 118

Manual operations Fuel filler flap 385 Interior lighting control 124 Locking the vehicle 384 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 387 Unlocking the driver's door 383 Unlocking the trunk 384 Unlocking transmission gear selector lever 386 Manual seat Adjusting 36 Adjusting backrest tilt 36 Adjusting head restraint height 37 Adjusting head restraint tilt 37 Adjusting seat cushion tilt 36 Adjusting seat height 36 Front seat head restraints 108 Seat fore and aft adjustment 36 Manual transmission 162 Gearshift lever 46, 163 Shifting into reverse 163 Starting with 46

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MAXCOOL maximum cooling 194 Maximum load rating 328 Maximum loaded vehicle weight 328 Maximum tire inflation pressure 328 MB Tex upholstery Cleaning 342 Mechanical key 383 Memory function* 114, 443 Recalling positions from memory 115 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position 116 Storing key dependent settings 115 Menus 130 AUDIO 135 In control system 132, 133 NAV* 138 Settings menu 140 Standard display 134 Submenus 131 TEL* 158 Trip computer 156 Vehicle status message memory 138

Microphone Hands-free microphone 29 Miles/kilometers in speedometer Setting 143 Minispare wheel 380, 427 Mirrors Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position* 174 Adjusting 41 Auto-dimming* for interior mirror 173 Auto-dimming* for rear view mirror 173 Exterior rear view mirror 41 Exterior rear view mirror parking position* 156 Interior rear view mirror 41 Storing exterior rear view mirror parking position* 116 MON 294, 444

Motor Octane Number see MON Mph or km/h in speedometer 143 Multicontour seats* 112 Multifunction display 129, 444 Displaying gear range 167 Selecting language 144 Setting date (day) 148 Setting date (month) 147 Setting date (year) 149 Multifunction display messages ABS 358 BAS 359 Brake fluid 363 Brake pads 363 Coolant 364–366 Cruise control 367 Display 367 Doors 367 Engine oil 368–369 ESP 360–361 Front passenger front air bag 354–357

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Fuel cap 347, 370 Hood 370 Key, SmartKey 370 Lamps, exterior 371–374 Oil 368–369 Parking brake 363 Restraint system 361 Seat belt system 375 SRS 361 Steering gear oil level 375 Tele Aid* 376 Telephone* 376 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 376 Trunk lid 376 Windshield washer fluid 376 Multifunction steering wheel 26, 130, 444 Buttons 130

N Navigation system* Operating 138 See separate COMAND* operating instructions Night security illumination 120 Setting 151 Normal occupant weight 329

O Occupant Classification System see OCS Occupant distribution 329 Occupant safety 58 Air bags 59 Children and air bags 60 Children in the vehicle 68 Fastening the seat belt 43 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 75 Infant and child restraint systems 68 LATCH-type child seat anchors 78 OCS 71 Seat belts 43, 62 OCS 71, 444 Self-test 76 Odometer, main 129

Oil level see Engine oil level Oil see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting 166 Canceling gear range limit 166 Downshifting 166 Upshifting 166 Opening Cup holder, in rear seat armrest 263 Doors from the inside 98 Fuel filler flap 294 Fuel filler flap manually 385 Glove box 259 Hood 296 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* in an emergency 387 Side windows 241 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 245, 387 Tilt/sliding sunroof* with SmartKey 247 Trunk 98 Trunk from the inside 100 Trunk from the outside 99 Windows 241 Windows with SmartKey 243

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Operating Audio system 201 CD player* 137 COMAND* see separate operating instructions Navigation system* 138 Radio 136 Radio transmitters 290 Satellite radio* 136 Telephone* 158, 201, 226 Vehicle outside the USA and Canada 13 Operating safety Audio system 201 Operator's Manual 10 Ornamental moldings 339 Outer seats Rear seat head restraints 109, 111 Outside temperature 135 Outside temperature indicator 128 Overdue maintenance service 335 Overhead control panel 29 Overspeed range 444

P Paintwork 338 Panic alarm* 81 Panic button on SmartKey 81 Parcel net In front passenger footwell 263 Parking 54, 285 Parking brake 48, 54 Engaging 54 Message in display 363 Releasing 48 Parking lamps Messages in display 373 Parking lamps, front Replacing bulbs 391 Parking lamps, rear Replacing bulbs 391 Parking position* Exterior rear view mirrors 116, 156, 174 Parts service 418 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp

Passenger compartment 290 Interior lighting 124 Interior rear view mirror 41 Main fuse box in 414 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 263 Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 283 Performance In cold weather 436 In hot weather 436 Phone book* Loading 160 Quick search 161 Phone number* Dialing 160 Redialing 161 Plastic and rubber parts Cleaning 342 Playing CDs 222 Poly-V-belt drive 444 Layout 421

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Index

Positions (memory function*) Recalling from memory 115 Storing into memory 115 Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires 316 Power assistance 283 Power seat* Adjusting backrest tilt 38 Adjusting head restraint height 38 Adjusting head restraint tilt 39 Adjusting seat cushion tilt 38 Adjusting seat height 38 Memory function* 114 Removing/installing front head restraints 108 Seat fore and aft adjustment 38 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 245 Power train 444 Power washer 338 Power windows 241 Blocking of rear door window operation 80 Side windows 241 Synchronizing 244

Practical hints Collapsible wheel chock 380 First aid kit 377 Fuses 413 Lamp in center console 350 Lamps in instrument cluster 344 Minispare wheel 380 Spare wheel bolts 382 Symbol messages 362 Text messages 354 Towing the vehicle 409 Vehicle jack 377, 379 Vehicle status messages in the display 352 Vehicle tool kit 377 Premium unleaded gasoline 434 Problems While driving 53 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Production options weight 329 Program mode 129 Program mode selector switch 444 Automatic shift program, automatic transmission* 169 PSI 329

Q Quick search Phone book* 161

R Radio Selecting stations 136 Radio operation 209 Radio see Radio operation Radio transmitters, control and operation 290 Range (distance to empty) Calling up 158 Reading lamp 124 Rear bench seat Foldable* 255 Rear door window Blocking operation 80 Rear fog lamp 391 Bulb 391 Indicator lamp 117 Switching on 121 Rear lamp bulbs Replacing 397 Rear lamps Messages in display 371–374

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Index

Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear outer seats Adjusting head restraint height 109 Rear passenger compartment Adjustable air vents 187, 200 Rear seat ashtray 264 Rear seat head restraints 109 Adjusting 109 Adjusting tilt 111 Folding back, electrical 110 Folding back, manual 110 Installing 111 Outer seats 111 Placing upright 110 Removing 111 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 177 Rear window sunshade* 176 Recommended tire inflation pressure 329

Reconnecting Vehicle battery 406 Recovery services For stolen vehicle 274 Refrigerant Air conditioning 433 Refueling 293 Regular checks 295 Reinstalling vehicle battery 405 Remote control SmartKey 94 Remote door unlock With Tele Aid* 273 Removing Ski sack* (Canada only) 255 Vehicle battery 405 Vehicle tool kit 377 Wheel 401 Wiper blades 398

Replacing Backup lamp bulbs 397 Brake lamp bulbs 397 Bulbs 390 Fog lamp bulb, rear 397 Front lamp bulbs 391, 393 Fuses 413 High beam bulbs 394 High beam bulbs (xenon-type* headlamps) 395 License plate lamp bulbs 397 Low beam bulbs 393 Parking lamp bulbs, front 394, 396 Parking lamp bulbs, rear 397 Rear lamp bulbs 391, 397 Side marker lamp bulbs, front 396 Side marker lamp bulbs, rear 397 Standing lamp bulbs, front 394, 396 Standing lamp bulbs, rear 397 Tail lamp bulbs 397 Turn signal lamp bulbs, front 394, 396 Turn signal lamp bulbs, rear 397 Wiper blades 398

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Index

Reporting Safety defects 18 Research Octane Number see RON Reset button in the instrument cluster 126, 140, 141 Resetting All functions (control system) 140 All functions of a submenu 141 Fuel consumption 158 Maintenance service indicator 336 Trip odometer 127 Residual heat utilization 199 Residual ventilation 199 Restraint system Message in display 361 Restraint system see Infant and child restraint systems Reverse (manual transmission) Shifting into 163 Rim 329 Rims 424 Roadside Assistance 12 RON 294, 445 Roof rack* 252 Rubber parts Cleaning 342

S Safety Occupant 58 Safety belts see Seat belts Safety defects Reporting 18 Safety systems Driving 83 Satellite radio Additional text information 218 general information 214 Manual channel input 216 Storing station 218 Seat belt force limiter 67 Seat belt height adjustment 45 Seat belt height adjustment, front seats 45 Seat belt system Message in display 375 Seat belt telltale 25

Seat belts 64 Cleaning 341 Fastening 43 Height adjustment 45 Proper use of 45, 66 Safety guidelines 62 Telltale 349 Seat cushion depth Adjusting 112 Seat heating* Switching off 113 Switching on 113 Seating capacity 309 Seats 106 Adjusting 35 Easy entry/exit feature* 106 Heating* 113 Manual seat 36 Multicontour seat* 112 Power seat* 38 Split rear bench seat* 255 Securing cargo Cargo tie-down rings* 258

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Index

Selecting Automatic time change (summer/winter) 147 Display for status indicator 144 Station (satellite radio) 216 Selecting radio mode 209 Selector lever see gear selector lever Self-test OCS 76 Tele Aid* 268 Service Parts 418 Service and Warranty Booklet Loss of 419 Service and warranty information 10 Service life (tires) 305 Service see Maintenance Service System see FSS Setting Convenience functions 154 Cruise control 250 Date (day) 148 Date (month) 147 Date (year) 149 Daytime running lamp mode 150 Exterior rear view mirror parking position* 116 Higher speed in cruise control 251 Hours (clock) 145 Individual vehicle settings 140 Instrument lighting 126 Interior lighting delayed shut-off 153 Key dependent memory 155 Lamps and lighting (control system) 149 Language, multifunction display 144 Locator lighting 151 Lower speed in cruise control 251 Miles/kilometers in speedometer 143 Minutes (clock) 146 Night security illumination 151 Parking position* for exterior rear view mirrors 156 Speed in cruise control 251 Speedometer display mode 143 Temperature (interior) 181, 191 Temperature indicator 143 Time display mode (clock) 147 Units Speedometer 143 Temperature 143 Setting current speed 250 Setting the temperature 181 Settings Convenience functions 154 Factory, SmartKey 96 Individual, SmartKey 155 Lighting (control system) 149 Menus and submenus 131 Resetting all (control system) 140 Resetting in the submenu 141 Selective, SmartKey 96 Settings menu Functions in 140 Individual vehicle settings 140 Submenus 141 Shift lock 445 Shift program mode 129

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Index

Shifting

• Gear selector lever 47, 164
• Gear selector lever positions 168
• Gearshift lever 46, 163
• Into optimal gear range
  • (automatic transmission*) 166
• Into reverse
  • (manual transmission) 163

Side impact air bags 64

Side marker lamps, front

• Messages in display 371
• Replacing bulbs 391

Side marker lamps, rear

• Replacing bulbs 391

Side markers

• Cleaning 339

Side windows

• Automatic opening 242
• Cleaning 340
• Closing 241, 242, 243
• Closing fully 242
• Closing with SmartKey 243
• Opening 241, 242, 243
• Opening fully 242
• Opening with SmartKey 243
• Stopping 243
• Synchronizing power windows 244

Sidewall 329

Simultaneous wiping and washing

• Windshield wipers 52

Single CD mode selector 203

Single wipe 52

Ski sack* (Canada only) 252

• Installing 255
• Removing 255
• Unfolding and loading 252
• Unloading and folding 254

Sliding in

• Swiveling cup holder,
  • in front of seat armrest 262

Sliding out

• Swiveling cup holder,
  • in front of seat armrest 261

SmartKey 94

• Changing batteries 389
• Locking and unlocking 94
• Opening and closing the
  • tilt/sliding sunroof* with 247
• Opening and closing the
  • windows with 243
• Unlocking with 32

Snow chains 333

Soft keys

• Audio system 204

Sound system* 206

Spare fuses 413

Spare wheel 427

• Bolts 382
• Mounting 399

Speed

• Setting current 250

Speed settings

• Cruise control 251

Speedometer 25

• Settings units 143

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Index

Speedometer display mode Selecting 143 Split rear bench seat* 255 SRS 66, 445 Indicator lamp 25, 349 Message in display 361 Standing lamps, front Replacing bulbs 391 Standing lamps, rear Replacing bulbs 391 Standing water Driving instructions 289 Starter switch 23, 33 Positions 33 Starting difficulties 47 Starting position 33 Starting the engine 46 Station (satellite radio) Selecting 216 Steering column Height adjustment, electrical* 41 Height adjustment, manual 40 Length adjustment, electrical* 41 Length adjustment, manual 40 Steering gear oil Message in display 375 Steering wheel Adjusting 39 Buttons 26 Cleaning 341 Electrical adjustment* 40 Manual adjustment 40 Stolen vehicle Recovery services 274 Stopping Tilt/sliding sunroof* 247 Windows 243 Storage compartments Glove box 259 Storage spaces Cup holder in rear seat armrest 262 Cup holders in front of seat armrest 261 Storing Station (satellite radio) 218 Storing (memory function*) Positions into memory 115 Storing tires 306 Submenus Convenience 154 For settings 131 In control system 133 Instrument cluster 143, 145 Lighting 149 Resetting functions in control system 141 Selecting 141 Settings menu 141 Time/Date 145 Vehicle 153 Substitute lamps Bulbs 390 Sun visors 175 Sunshade* 176 Supplemental Restraint System see SRS Switching Fuel (Flexible fuel vehicle) 436 Switching off Audio system 205 Automatic central locking (control system) 153 Cornering fog lamps* 122, 123

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Index

Delayed (exterior lamps) 151 Engine 56 ESP 86 Hazard warning flasher 123 Headlamps 55 Seat heating* 113 Switching on Audio system 204 Automatic central locking (control system) 153 Cornering fog lamps* 122, 123 ESP 87 Front fog lamps 120 Hazard warning flasher 123 Headlamps 49 High beam headlamps 50 High beams 121 Low beam headlamps 49 Rear fog lamp 121 Seat heating* 113 Windshield wipers 51 Symbols 15 Synchronizing Power windows 244 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 248

T Tachometer 25, 128 Overspeed range 128 Tail lamps Cleaning 339 Messages in display 373 Replacing bulbs 391, 397 Tar stains 338 Technical data Air conditioning refrigerant 433 Brake fluid 433 Coolant 431, 432 Coolants 437 Electrical system 428 Engine 422 Engine oil additives 433 Engine oils 433 Flexible fuel vehicles 435 Fuel requirements 434 Fuels 431, 432 Gasoline additives 435 Lubricants 431 Main dimensions 429 Premium unleaded gasoline 434 Rims and tires 424 Weights 430 Windshield washer 432 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system 432, 439 Tele Aid* 267 Emergency calls 268 Hands-free microphone 29 Information 271 Initiating an emergency call manually 269 Message in display 376 Remote door unlock 273 Roadside Assistance 270 SOS button 269 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 274 System self-check 268 Tele Aid System 267, 445 Upgrade scenario 272 Telematics* 446

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Index

Telephone* 26, 266 Answering a call 159 Dialing a number from the phone book 160 Ending a call 160 Hands-free microphone 29 Loading phone book 160 Message in display 376 Operation 158, 226 Redialing 161 Temperature Display mode 143 Setting interior temperature 181 Setting units in display 143 Tires 314 Tie-down rings* (trunk) 258 Tightening torque (wheel bolts) 403, 446 Tilt Head restraint, manual seat 37 Head restraint, power seat* 39 Tilt/sliding sunroof* Closing 245, 387 Closing with SmartKey 247 Messages in display 376 Opening 245, 387 Opening with SmartKey 247 Stopping 247 Synchronizing 248 Time Setting hours 145 Setting minutes 146 Time display Setting 147 Time synchronization* With head unit 145 TIN 329 Tire Vehicle maximum load on 330 Tire and Loading Information 308 Tire and loading terminology 327 Tire care and maintenance 305 Tire Identification Number see TIN Tire inflation pressure Air pressure 327 Checking 295, 313, 315 Tire inspection 305 Tire load rating 329 Tire ply composition and material used 329 Tire speed rating 287, 320, 330 Tire terminology 327 Tire traction 287 Tires 304, 424 Direction of rotation 307 Driving instructions 286 Retreads 304 Rims and tires 424 Rotating 331 Service life 305 Temperature 314, 326 Tread depth 306, 332 Wear pattern 331 Winter 332

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Index

Tools 377 Tow away alarm* Canceling alarm 92 Tow-away alarm* 91 Arming 91 Disarming 91 Disarming for transport 91 Towing eye bolt (vehicle tool kit) Installing 412 Towing the vehicle 409 Traction 170, 330 Transmission gear selector lever Unlocking manually 386 Transmission see Automatic* or Manual transmission Traveling abroad 290 Tread 330 Tread depth 306 Tread depth (tires) 332 Treadwear indicators 330 Trip computer 156 Trip odometer Resetting 127

Trunk Closing the lid 101 Fuse box in 416 Lamp 125 Opening 98 Opening from inside vehicle 100 Opening from outside vehicle 99 Tie-down rings 258 Trunk lid emergency release 102 Trunk lid Closing 101 Emergency release 102 Message in display 376 Turn signal lamps, front Messages in display 374 Replacing bulbs 391 Turn signal lamps, in mirrors Messages in display 374 Turn signal lamps, rear Messages in display 374 Replacing bulbs 391 Turn signals 50 Additional in mirrors 391 Cleaning lenses 339 Front bulbs 391 Indicator lamps 25 Rear bulbs 391 Turning inward Swiveling cup holder, in front of seat armrest 262 Turning off Engine 56 Turning outward Swiveling cup holder, in front of seat armrest 262

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Index

U Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 330 Units Setting speedometer units 143 Setting temperature units 143 Unlocking 32, 94 Centrally from inside 104 Driver's door in an emergency 383 Fuel filler flap 293 Global 96 Glove box 259 In an emergency 383 Selective settings 96 Transmission gear selector lever manually 386 Trunk in an emergency 384 Vehicle in an emergency 273 With the SmartKey 32

Upgrade scenario Tele Aid* 272 Uphill driving Cruise control 250 Upholstery Cleaning 341 Upshifting 166 Useful features 259 Ashtrays 263 Cigarette lighter 265 Electrical outlet 265 Interior storage spaces 259 Tele Aid* 267 Telephone* 266

V Vacuum line routing diagram label 420 Vehicle Individual settings 140, 142 Locking 104 Locking in an emergency 384 Lowering 403 Performance in cold weather 436 Performance in hot weather 436 Service battery 404 Towing 409 Unlocking 104 Unlocking in an emergency 383 With flexible fuel 435 Vehicle battery 404 Vehicle capacity weight 330 Vehicle care 337 Cloth upholstery 342 Cup holders 341 Engine cleaning 339 Gear selector lever 341 Hard plastic trim items 341 Headlamps 339 Instrument cluster 340

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Index

Leather upholstery 341 Light alloy wheels 340 MB Tex upholstery 342 Ornamental moldings 339 Paintwork 338 Plastic and rubber parts 342 Power washer 338 Seat belts 341 Side markers 339 Steering wheel 341 Tail lamps 339 Tar stains 338 Turn signals 339 Upholstery 341 Vehicle washing 339 Window cleaning 340 Wiper blades 340 Wood trims 342 Vehicle Identification Number see VIN Vehicle jack 379 Vehicle lighting Checking 295 Vehicle loading terminology 327 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 330 Vehicle status message memory 138 Calling up 138 Clearing 139 Vehicle status messages Displaying 139 Vehicle tool kit 377 Alignment bolt 377 Collapsible wheel chock 377 Gloves 377 Jack 377 Removing 377 Spare fuses 377 Spare wheel bolts 377 Towing eye bolt 377 Vehicle jack 377 Wheel wrench 377 Vehicle washing 339 VIN 420, 446

W Warning lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Warning sounds Drivers seat belts 64 Parking brake 48 Warranty coverage 419 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washer reservoir level Checking 295 Washing the vehicle 337 Wear pattern (tires) 331 Weights 430 Wheel bolts 382 Wheel change Tightening torque 403 Wheels Tires and wheels 304 Window curtain air bags 64 Windows see Side windows

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Index

Windshield Defogging 182, 193 Refilling washer fluid 303 Replacing wiper blades 398 Washer fluid 303, 439 Washer system 439 Windshield washer fluid 439 Message in display 376 Mixing ratio 439 Refilling 303 Wiping with 52 Windshield washer system 439 Windshield wipers 51 Fast wiper speed 51 Intermittent wiping 52 Replacing wiper blades 398 Single wipe 52 Switching on 51 Wiping with windshield washer fluid 52

Winter driving 332 Block heater (Canada only) 333 Snow chains 333 Tires 332 Winter driving instructions 288 Winter tires 332 Wiper blades Cleaning 340 Installing 398 Removing 398 Replacing 398 Wiping With windshield washer fluid 52 Wood trims Cleaning 342

X Xenon headlamps Bi-Xenon* 441

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Service and Literature

Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle.

For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com or www.mercedes-benz.ca.

Warning!

To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury.

If you have questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator’s Manual. Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing.

Title illustration no. P00.01-2840-31

Press time May 18, 2004

GSP/TIP

Printed in Germany

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