2000 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class windshield wiper

Defogging Windows

Windows fogged up on inside
Switch off economy mode Indicator lamp goes out.
Switch off air recirculation . Indicator lamp goes out.
Set air distribution control switch to position .
Increase air volume with control switch.
Close center air outlets.
Turn wheels (2) to position to open left and right side
air outlets (4). Adjust side air outlets upward.

Windshield fogged up on outside
Switch on windshield wipers. Set air distribution control switch to position or


Economy
The function of this setting corresponds to the air conditioning mode. However, because the air
conditioning compressor will not engage (fuel savings), it is not possible to air condition in this setting.
Press button to activate.
Press button once again to return to previous setting.


Climate Control - OFF
To switch the climate control off, set air volume control switch to position 0.
The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off. While driving, use this setting only
temporarily, otherwise the windshield could fog up.


Rear Window Defroster
Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2.
To select, press button.
To cancel, press button again.
Note:
Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed before activating the defroster.
The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum,
turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear.
The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 12 minutes of operation.
If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously, or the battery is only partially charged, it is possible
that the defroster will automatically turn itself off. When this happens, the indicator lamp inside the switch starts
blinking. As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage, the defroster automatically turns itself back on.

Combination Switch

1. Low beam (exterior lamp switch position )
2. High beam (exterior lamp switch position )
3. High beam flasher (high beam available independent of exterior lamp switch position)
4. Turn signals, right
5. Turn signals, left
To signal minor directional changes, such as changing lanes on a highway, move combination switch to the point
of resistance only and hold it there. To operate the turn signals continuously, move the combination switch past the
point of resistance (up or down). The switch is automatically cancelled when the steering wheel is turned to a large
enough degree.

6 Control for windshield wiper/washer system:
Push briefly for a single wipe without adding washer fluid (use only when windshield is wet)
Push past detent point:
• windshield washer system
• optional headlamp cleaning system (only in exterior lamp positions or ).
When the washer system is activated, the wipers also operate for a limited time.
7 Windshield wiper
0 Wiper off
I Intermittent wiping (optional rain sensor:
One initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor
monitoring the wetness of the windshield.)
II Normal wiper speed
III Fast wiper speed

Note:
The windshield washer reservoir, hoses and nozzles are automatically heated.

Windshield Washer Fluid Mixing Ratio
For temperatures above freezing: MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "S" and water 1 part "S" to
100 parts water (40 ml "S" to 1 gallon water). For temperature below freezing: MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate "S" and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze
1 part "S" to 100 parts solvent (40 ml "S" to 1 gallon solvent).


Windshield Wiper Smears
If the windshield wiper smears the windshield, even dur ing rain, activate the washer system as often
as necessary. The fluid in the washer reservoir should be mixed in the correct ratio.


Blocked Windshield Wiper
If the windshield wiper becomes blocked (for example, due to snow), switch off the wiper. For safety
reasons before removing ice or snow, remove electronic key from steering lock. Remove blockage.
Activate combination switch again (electronic key in steering lock position 1).


Turn Signal Failure
If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster than
normal rate.

Hood






To open:
To unlock the hood, pull release lever (1) under the driver's side of the instrument panel. At the same time handle
(2) will extend out of the radiator grill (it may be necessary to lift the hood up slightly).

Caution !
To avoid damage to the windshield wiper or hood, open the hood only with wiper in the parked position. Pull handle
(2) completely out of radiator grill and open hood (do not pull up on handle).

To close:
Lower hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approx. 1 ft. (30 cm), assisting with hands placed flat on edges
of hood (3). To avoid hood damage, if hood is not fully closed, repeat closing procedure. Do not push down on hood
to attempt to fully close it.

Warning!

To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running.
Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. When closing hood, use extreme caution not to catch
hands or fingers. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it
is dangerous to touch any components (ignition coils, spark plug sockets, diagnostic socket) of the ignition
system
• with the engine running,
• while starting the engine,
• if ignition is "on" and the engine is turned manually.
If you see flames, steam or smoke coming from the engine compartment, or if the coolant temperature
gauge indicates that the engine is overheated, do not open the hood. Move away from vehicle and do not
open the hood until the engine has cooled. If necessary, call a fire department.

Replacing Wiper Blade Insert

For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering lock before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the motor
can suddenly turn on and cause injury.

Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward. Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield glass
without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be scratched or broken. Make certain that the wiper blade is properly
installed. An improperly installed blade may cause windshield damage.

Removal:
Fold wiper arm forward. Press safety tab down (1), push wiper blade downward (2)
and remove.
Place wiper blade on firm support.
Slide (direction of arrow) the wiper blade insert out of the retainer claws.





Installation:
Slide (direction of arrow) wiper blade insert into retainer claws until tabs are engaged.
Insert wiper blade between tabs (3) on the wiper arm, and slide into end of wiper arm.
Press safety tab upward until it locks in place.


Headlamp Wiper Blades






Removal:
Fold wiper arm forward. Push pin (1) and remove wiper blade.

Installation:
Place wiper blade on wiper arm and press in pin (1).