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Operator’s Manual
C-Class Sedan
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C 230 Kompressor Sport C240 C 240 4MATIC C320 C 320 4MATIC C320 Sport
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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 ............................................. 117 Safety and Security ........................... 57 Controls in detail............................... 93 Exterior lamp switch .................... 117 Occupant safety................................... 58 Locking and unlocking......................... 94 Combination switch ..................... 121 Air bags .......................................... 59 SmartKey ....................................... 94 Cornering fog lamps* (All
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Contents Vehicle status message memory Adjusting air distribution and Audio system...................................... 201 menu............................................ 138 volume.......................................... 182 Audio and telephone, operation.... 201 Settings menu.............................. 140 Defrosting..................................... 183 Operating safety ........................... 201 Trip computer menu..................... 156 Air recirculation mode ..............
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Contents Driving systems ................................. 249 At the gas station .............................. 293 Operation ......................................... 281 Cruise control............................... 249 Refueling...................................... 293 The first 1000 miles (1500 km)......... 282 Loading.............................................. 252 Check regularly and before Driving instructions............................ 283 Roof rack*................................
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Contents Maximum tire load ....................... 323 Replacing wiper blades ...................... 398 Practical hints ................................. 343 Maximum tire inflation pressure .. 324 Removing wiper blades................. 398 What to do if … ................................... 344 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Installing wiper blades .................. 398 Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 344 Standards (U.S. vehicles)............. 325 Flat tire................................
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Contents Weights.............................................. 430 Technical data.................................. 417 Technical terms............................... 441 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 431 Parts service ...................................... 418 Capacities .................................... 431 Warranty coverage............................. 419 Engine oils.................................... 433 Index................................................. 447 Loss of Se
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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 Informa- the toll-free Roadside Assistance number t
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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 Euro- pean Delivery Program. For details, consult If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or eign countries, please be aware that 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
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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 so you can find about the equipment installed in your vehi- cle can be found in this section. information quickly. cle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes t
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Introduction Symbols Symbols The following symbols are found in this This symbol points to instructions for Warning! G Operator’s Manual: you to follow. * Optional equipment is identified A number of these symbols appearing Warning notices draw your attention to haz- with an asterisk. Since standard in succession indicates a multiple-step ards that may endanger your health or life, equipment varies between models, procedure. or the health or life of others. the descriptions and illust
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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
