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348 Exterior lamps
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Taillamp assemblies
Open trunk lid.
Turn both handles (2) and remove trim panel (1).Press together the latches (3) and remove bulb carrier.
Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and 
remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and reinstall bulb 
carrier.
Reinstall trim panel.  
     
        
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353 Emergency engine shut-down
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Batteries contain materials that can harm the 
environment if disposed of improperly. Recycling of 
batteries is the preferred method of disposal. For 
disposal, please follow manufacturer’s recommendation 
on battery package.
Replacement Battery: 
Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.
Synchronizing remote control 
The remote control may have to be resynchronized, if 
the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked.
To synchronize insert electronic key in starter switch.
The remote control should once again be operational.Emergency engine shut-down
If the engine can no longer be stopped using the 
electronic key, the engine can be turned off by removing 
two fuses.
For easy removal of fuses use the fuse puller (located in 
the auxiliary fuse box in the trunk) to pull out the fuses 
marked on the fuse chart as “ENGINE EMERGENCY 
OFF”.
The fuse chart is located in the fuse box in the 
passenger compartment.
For fuses see page 311. 
     
        
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354 Fuel filler flap, manual release
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Fuel filler flap, manual release
Open the trunk lid and fold right-side taillamp trim 
aside. Reach inside and turn the release knob (arrow) 
clockwise. Open the fuel filler flap.Emergency operation of sliding / pop-up roof
The panorama sliding / pop-up roof can be opened or 
closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur. 
The panorama sliding / pop-up roof drive is located 
behind the lens (1) of the interior overhead light.
Pry off the lens (1) using a screwdriver.
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376 Technical data
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Electrical system
We i g h t s  (see certification tag)Main Dimensions
C 230 KOMPRESSOR
Generator (alternator) 14 V / 120 A
Starter motor 12V / 1.2 kW
Battery 12V / 100 Ah
Spark plugs
Electrode gap
Tightening torqueNGK IFR 6D 10
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15 – 22 ft.lb (20 – 30 Nm)
Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)C 230 KOMPRESSOR
Overall vehicle length 171.0 in (4345 mm)
Overall vehicle width 68.0 in (1728 mm)
Overall height 55.4 in (1406 mm)
Wheel base 106.9 in (2715 mm)
Track, front 58.8 in (1493 mm)
Track, rear 57.6 in (1464 mm) 
     
        
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392 Index
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Emergency calls ........................................................ 229
Information ................................................................ 233
Initiating an emergency call ...................................  231
Roadside Assistance ................................................. 232
Telephone .........................................................................  111
Incoming call .............................................................. 115
Redialing ..................................................................... 113
Telephone book ..........................................................  111
Telephone, general ........................................................ 220
Telephones and two-way radios ................................... 226
Telescoping steering column - 
malfunction and warning messages ...................... 308
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................ 227
Tire inflation pressure .................................................. 335
Tires
Rims and tires ...........................................................  374
Tool kit
See Vehicle tools and air pump .............................. 322
Tow-away alarm ................................................................  46
Towing the vehicle .........................................................  341
Transmission selector lever, 
manually unlocking .................................................. 344
Trip computer .................................................................. 117
Trunk .................................................................................  41
Trunk lid emergency release  ......................................... 43
UUnlocking the vehicle with remote control ................. 33VVanity mirrors ...............................................................  205
VEHICLE (audio and central locking system) ...........  132
Vehicle keys ...................................................................... 28
Vehicle tools and air pump ..........................................  322WWa r n i n g  l a m p s
See Malfunction and indicator lamps in the 
instrument cluster...............................................  282
What you should know at the gas station .................  278
Wheel bolts ....................................................................  332
Wheels ............................................................................  324
Rims and tires ........................................................... 374
Where to find it ................................................................  13
Window curtain airbag....................................................  76
Windows
See Power windows...................................................  197
Windshield washer system ..........................................  320