2000 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class window

Central Locking System

Radio Frequency and Infrared Remote Control
The electronic main key has an integrated radio and infrared remote control. Due to the extended operational range
of
the remote control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button.
A command received by the central locking system is acknowledged by the function control lamp blinking once. The
vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control. Opening and closing
the windows and sliding/pop-up roof can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control. Aim transmitter
eye (5) at a receiver (6 or 7) press and press transmit button. With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk can also be
opened
by using the remote control. If the electronic key is inserted in steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked
with the remote control.




1. Transmit button
Locking
Unlocking
Opening trunk (if not key locked)
2. PANIC button
3. Release button for mechanical key
4. Lamp for battery check and function control
5. Transmitter eye
6. Infrared receiver in driver's door handle

Opening the Trunk

A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft ( 1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid.
Press transmit button until trunk lid is open.

Important !
Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is locked again when closing the lid.

Note:
If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked (see Index).

Opening and Closing Windows and Sliding/Pop-Up Roof from Outside
Aim transmitter eye (5) of remote control at door receivers (6 or 7).
To open:
Continue to press transmit button after unlocking car
The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to open after approx. 1 second. To interrupt opening
procedure, release button.
To close:
Continue to press transmit button after locking car

The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to close after approx. 1 second. To interrupt closing
procedure, release button.

Warning !
Never operate the windows or sliding/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being
harmed by the opening or closing procedure.
In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by
releasing the remote control button. To reverse direction of movement press for opening
or for closing.

Note:
If the windows and sliding/ pop-up roof cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit
button of the remote control then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the transmitter
(if ok, battery check lamp in transmitter will light briefly when transmitting), or to synchronize the
electronic main key, see Synchronizing remote Control in Index.

Power Windows and Sliding/Pop-Up Roof


1. Opening
2. Interrupting
3. Closing



When locking doors or trunk, turn mechanical key in door lock or trunk lock to position 3 and hold.
The windows and the sliding/pop-up roof begin to close automatically after approximately 1 second.
To interrupt the closing procedure, turn mechanical key to position 2. When unlocking doors or trunk,
turn mechanical key in door lock or trunk lock to position 1 and hold. The windows and the
sliding/pop-up roof begin to open automatically after approximately 1 second. To interrupt the opening
procedure, turn mechanical key to position 2.

Warning !

Never operate the windows or sliding/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being
harmed by the procedure. In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can
be immediately reversed by turning the mechanical key to the reversed operational direction:
• for opening position (1)
• for closing position (3).

Note:
If the opening/closing procedure is interrupted, it can only be continued by first turning the mechanical
key to the interrupting position (2) and then again to the opening/ closing position (1 or 3) and hold.

Loading instructions
(Vehicles with enlarged cargo area)

The total load weight including vehicle occupants and luggage/ cargo should not exceed the vehicle capacity
weight indicated on the certification tag which can be found on the left door pillar. The handling characteristics
of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle
according to the illustrations shown, with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle.
Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.
The heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept as low as possible since it influences the handling
characteristics of the vehicle.

Notes:
The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. The enlarged cargo area should only be used for items which
do not fit in the trunk alone.

Warning !
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the
vehicle, and can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing things.
Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs.
Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window. Never drive vehicle with trunk lid open while
pass-through is not closed and seat backrest sections not locked in its upright position. Deadly carbon
monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.

Cargo Tie-Down Rings
(Vehicles with enlarged cargo area)

1. Ring
Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all four rings
with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo.

Shelf below Rear Window

Warning!
The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects. This will avoid such
objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident or
sudden maneuver. The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects.

Steering Lock

0 - The electronic key can be withdrawn in this position only. The steering is locked with the electronic key removed
from the steering lock. The electronic key an be removed only with the selector lever in position "P" and the foot off
the brake pedal. After removing the electronic key or with the electronic key in steering lock position 0, the
selector lever is locked in position "P".
1 - Steering is unlocked. (If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the electronic key to be turned clockwise
to position 1.) Most electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed information see respective subjects.
2 - Driving position.
3 - Starting position.

Refer to Index for Starting and turning off the engine.


Warning !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.


Important !
If the electronic key is left in the steering lock position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned
in the lock. In this case, remove electronic key from steering lock and reinsert.

Notes:
A warning sounds when the driver's door is opened with the electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 0. With the
engine at idle speed, the charging rate of the alternator (output) is limited. It is therefore recommended to turn off
unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in stop-and-go traffic. This precaution helps to avoid draining of the
battery. Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system may be minimized by turning off the following power
consumers, for example: Heated seats, rear window defroster. In addition, the automatic climate air volume control
should be set to the lowest position. The steering lock can only be unlocked with the vehicle battery properly
connected.

Caution !
To prevent accelerated battery discharge and a possible dead battery, always remove the electronic key from the
steering lock. Do not leave the electronic key in steering lock position 0.

Lighter

Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2.
Push in lighter (1); it will pop out automatically when hot.

Warning !
Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter, they are extremely hot, hold at knob only.

Note:
The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W


Sun Visors


Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare.
If sunlight enters through a side window, disengage visor from inner mounting and pivot to the side.



Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
With the visor engaged in its inner mounting, the lamp can be switched on by opening the cover.

Warning !
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.

The lamp goes out automatically after approximately 5 minutes.

Power Windows
on center console, front

Switches for:

1. left, front
2. left, rear
3. right, front
4. right, rear
5. switch for rear door window
override
6. individual switches (rear doors)
in rear doors


in rear doors


Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2.
Press switch in to resistance point:
to open
to close
Release switch when window is in desired position.



Express Opening and Closing

Press switch or past resistance point and release - window opens or closes completely. To interrupt
procedure, briefly press or If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure,
the window will stop during the last few inches before closure and open slightly. When pressing and holding the
switch to close the window, and upward movement of the window is blocked during the last few inches before
closure, it will stop but not open slightly.


Blocking of Rear Door Window Operation
If no operation of the rear windows by switch (6) located in rear doors (for instance by children) is desired, slide
override switch (5) to right, symbol becomes visible.


Warning !
When closing the windows, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing
procedure. In case of obstruction, the automatic reversal will not operate if a window is being closed
by pressing the switch to its resistance point and holding it there, or when using a mechanical key or
the remote control.The closing procedure can be immediately reversed by either pressing the switch ,
turning the mechanical key to the unlocking position, or pressing button on the remote control,
and holding it.


Note:
The power windows can also be closed with the mechanical key or infrared remote control while locking the vehicle
doors or trunk (see Central Locking System in Index).


Warning !
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock the
vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury.


Synchronizing Power Windows
If the power supply was interrupted (battery disconnected or empty), the windows cannot be opened or closed by
the Express feature. To resynchronize the Express feature, press side of power window switch until the
window is completely closed and hold for additional 2 seconds. Repeat procedure for each window. The automatic
full opening and closing procedure of the windows should now be restored.