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Operator’s Manual
C-Class AMG
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Order No. 6515 0187 13 Part No. 203 584 38 71 USA Edition D 2006
Operator’s Manual C-Class AMG
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C55AMG
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Our company and staff congratulate you Please read this manual carefully, then on the purchase of your new return it to your vehicle where it will be Mercedes-Benz. handy for your reference. Your selection of our product is a demon- Please follow the recommendations stration of your trust in our company contained in this manual. They are de- name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your signed to acquaint you with the opera- desire to own an automobile that will be as tion of your Mercedes-Benz.
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Contents Introduction.......................................... 9 At a glance .......................................... 21 Getting started................................... 31 Product information................................ 9 Cockpit................................................. 22 Unlocking ............................................. 32 Operator’s Manual............................... 10 Instrument cluster................................ 24 Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 32 Se
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Contents Lighting ............................................. 114 Safety and Security ........................... 59 Controls in detail............................... 93 Exterior lamp switch .................... 114 Occupant safety................................... 60 Locking and unlocking......................... 94 Combination switch ..................... 118 Air bags .......................................... 61 SmartKey ....................................... 94 Hazard warning flasher ...
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Contents Automatic transmission..................... 155 Adjusting air volume ..................... 179 Audio system...................................... 197 Gear selector lever position ......... 157 Front defroster.............................. 179 Audio and telephone, operation.... 197 Driving tips................................... 158 Air recirculation mode .................. 180 Operating safety ........................... 197 Gear ranges ................................. 160 Air conditio
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Contents Loading.............................................. 248 At the gas station .............................. 293 Operation ......................................... 281 Roof rack*.................................... 248 Refueling...................................... 293 The first 1000 miles (1500 km)......... 282 Ski sack (Canada only) ................. 249 Check regularly and before a Driving instructions............................ 283 Split rear bench seat .................... 252 l
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Contents Uniform Tire Quality Grading Replacing bulbs.................................. 394 Practical hints .................................. 349 Standards (U.S. vehicles)............. 329 Bulbs............................................. 395 What to do if … ................................... 350 Tire ply material ........................... 331 Replacing bulbs for front lamps .... 397 Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 350 Tire and loading terminology........ 331 Replacing bulbs for rear
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Contents Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 436 Technical data.................................. 423 Technical terms............................... 443 Capacities .................................... 436 Parts service ...................................... 424 Engine oils.................................... 437 Warranty coverage............................. 425 Engine oil additives ...................... 437 Index................................................. 449 Loss of Service and
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Introduction Product information Product information Please observe the following in your own We are unable to make an assessment for Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as best interest: other products and therefore cannot be conversion parts and accessories held responsible for them, even if in indi- approved by us are available at your We recommend using Genuine vidual cases an official approval or authori- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion
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Introduction Operator’s Manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great We continuously strive to improve our Service and warranty information deal of useful information. We urge you to product, and ask for your understanding The Service and Warranty Information read it carefully and familiarize yourself that we reserve the right to make changes Booklet contains detailed information with the vehicle before driving. in design and equipment. Therefore, infor- about the warranties covering your
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Important notice for California retail (1) the same substantial defect or mal- (3) the vehicle is out of service by reason buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz function results in a condition that is of repair of the same or different sub- automobiles likely to cause death or serious bodily stantial defects or malfunctions for a injury if the vehicle is driven, that de- cumulative total of more than Under California law you may be entitled to fect or malfunction
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Maintenance Roadside Assistance Change of address or ownership The Maintenance Booklet describes all the The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance If you change your address, be sure to necessary maintenance work which should Program provides factory-trained technical send in the “Change of Address Notice” be performed at regular intervals. help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to found in the Service and Warranty the toll-free Roadside Assistance number Informati
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Introduction Operator’s Manual Operating your vehicle outside the USA Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail- or Canada able for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz eign countries, please be aware that Center or write to: service facilities or replacement parts In the USA: may not be readily available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat- European D
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Introduction Where to find it This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro- Controls in detail Technical data vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section Here you will find detailed information All important technical data for your vehi- has its own reference color. about the equipment installed in your vehi- cle can be found in this section. cle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes techni- At a glance cal innovations. I
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Introduction Symbols Symbols Trademarks: This symbol points to instructions for Warning! G you to follow. ® ESP is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. A number of these symbols appearing Warning notices draw your attention to haz- in succession indicates a multiple-step ® HomeLink is a registered trademark ards that may endanger your health or life, procedure. of Prince, a Johnson Controls or the health or life of others. Company. Page This symbol tells you where to loo
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Introduction Operating safety Proper use of the vehicle Warning! G Warning! G Proper use of the vehicle requires that you Work improperly carried out on electronic Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody are familiar with the following information components and associated software could or tires/wheels, for example when running and rules: cause them to cease functioning. Because over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, the safety precautions in this manual the vehicle’s electronic c
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Introduction 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:
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Introduction Reporting safety defects For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Merced
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Introduction 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 acc
