2003 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS COUPE fold seats

36 Getting startedAdjustingFolding backrest forward
Pull release lever1 forward and tilt the
seat backrest forward.

Vehicles with manual seat adjustment:
If necessary, press the head restraint
downward while tilting the backrest
forward. Folding backrest back

Fold and press the backrest rearward
until it engages in driving position.

Vehicles with manual seat adjustment:
If necessary, pull the head restraint out
while tilting the seat back.
More information can be found in the
“Controls in detail” section (
page 89). Rear seat head restraints
1 Lock button
iVehicles with power seat*: The head
restraints will automatically move
down.
iVehicles with power seat*: The head
restraint returns to its previous posi-
tions.
Warning!
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For safety reasons, always drive with the
rear head restraints in the upright position
when the rear seats are occupied.
Keep the area around head restraints clear
of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the
folding operation of the head restraints.

70 Safety and SecurityOccupant safety
Fold up anchorage ring1.

Securely fasten hook 2, which is part of
the tether strap, to anchorage ring 1. Child seat anchors – “LATCH” type
This vehicle is equipped with two “LATCH”
(L
ower A
nchors and T
ethers for CH
ildren)
type anchors (at each of the rear seats) for
the installation of a “LATCH” child seat
with the matching anchor fittings.
If a child seat is not installed, the “LATCH”
anchors can be folded back between the
seat cushion and the backrest.

Grip inner side of anchors 1 and fold
forward until they lock in place.

Install child seat according to the man-
ufacturer’s instructions. To fold mounts back

Press down button
2 on each anchor
and return anchor to its catch.
iFor safety, make sure that the hook has
attached to the ring beyond the safety
catch, as illustrated.
iThe child seat must be firmly attached
in the right and left side anchors.iNon-“LATCH” type child seats may also
be used and can be installed using the
vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child
seat according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

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Safety and Security
Occupant safety
Warning!
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Children too big for child restraint systems
must ride in back seats using regular seat
belts. Position shoulder belt across chest
and shoulder, not face or neck.
A booster seat may be necessary to achieve
proper belt positioning for children from
41 lbs. until they reach a height where a
lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a
booster.
Before installing the child seat, make sure
anchors
1 are folded out and locked in
place.
Install child seat according to manufactur-
er’s instructions.
T h e c h i l d s e a t m u s t b e f i r m l y a t t a c h e d i n t h e
right and left side anchors 1.
An incorrectly mounted child seat may come
loose during an accident which could result
in serious injury or death to your child.
Damaged or impact-damaged child seats or
child seat anchors must be replaced.
Do not leave children unattended in the ve-
hicle, even if the children are secured in a
child restraint system.

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Controls in detail
Seats
Rear seat head restraints
Removing rear head restraints
Pull head restraint to its highest posi-
tion.

Push button
1 and pull out head re-
straint.
Installing rear head restraints

Insert head restraint and push it down
until it engages.

Push button 1 and adjust head re-
straint to desired position.
Heated seats*
The switches are located in the center con-
sole.
1 Normal heating
2 Rapid heating
Make sure that the ignition is switched
on.
All the lamps in the instrument cluster
light up.
Warning!
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For safety reasons, always drive with the
rear head restraints in the upright position
when the rear seats are occupied.
Keep the area around head restraints clear
of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the
folding operation of the head restraints.

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Index
Program mode selector switch 136
Selector lever position 132
Starting with 45
Transmission fluid 229
Winter program mode 136
Auxiliary fuse box 304
B
BabySmart
TM
Airbag deactivation system 67
Compatible child seats 67, 327
Self-test 68
BabySmart
TM airbag deactivation system
327
Backrest Folding forward 193
Folding rearward 193
BAS 74, 327 Messages in display 254
Batteries, SmartKey Changing 276
Check lamp 83
Checking 84
Battery discharged Jump starting 297 Battery, vehicle 231, 294
Charging 295
Disconnecting 295
Messages in display 270
Reconnecting 295
Reinstalling 295
Removing 295
Bi-Xenon headlamps* 327
Bi-Xenon type Front lamp bulbs 283
Block heater 237
Bolts For spare wheel 273
Brake assist system (BAS) 327
Brake fluid 225, 319
Brake lamp bulbs 281
Brake lamp, high mounted 281
Brake pads Message in display 256
Brakes 216 Warning lamp 249
Break-in period 214
Bulbs, replacing 280 Additional turn signals 280
Brake lamps 281
Fog lamps 280 Front lamps 280
High beam 280
High mounted brake lamp 281
License plate lamps 281, 286
Low beam 280
Parking lamps 280, 281, 283, 284
Rear fog lamp 281
Rear fog lamps 285
Side marker lamps 280, 285
Standing lamps 280, 281, 283, 284
Tail lamp assemblies 281, 285
Turn signal lamps 280, 281
Button Audio system 162
C
CAC (Customer Assistance Center) 327
Calling up Range (distance to empty) 126
Service indicator 239
CAN system 327
Capacities Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 317
Cargo compartment Lighting 101
Casette mode Playing cassettes 168

340 IndexFlexible Service System (FSS) 238, 328
Fog lamp, rear 98, 281
Fog lampsReplacing bulbs 280
Fog lamps, front Messages in display 266
Replacing bulbs 281
Switching on 98
Front airbags 61
Front lamps Bi-Xenon type 283
Halogen-type 282
Messages in display 264–267
Replacing bulbs 280, 282
Switching on 96
Front seat backrest Folding backrest back 36
Folding backrest forward 35
Front seat head restraints Installing 90
Manual seat 90
Power seat* 90
Removing 90
Front seats Heater 91
FSS (Flexible Service System) 238, 328 Fuel 225
Additives 321
Fuel reserve warning lamp 250
Gasoline additives 321
Premium unleaded gasoline 225, 318, 320
Requirements 320
Reserve warning 23
Technical data 317
Fuel additives 321
Fuel consumption statistics After start 125
Since last reset 125
Fuel filler flap 224 Locking 224
Opening 277
Unlocking 224
Fuel requirements 320
Fuel reserve tank Message in display 263
Fuel tank Capacity 318
Filler flap 224
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities 317 Functions (control system) 106, 109
Resetting 115
Fuse box 303
Fuse chart 303
Fuse extractor 304
Fuses 303 Auxiliary fuse box in trunk 304
Fuse box in engine compartment 303
Fuse box in passenger compartment 303
Fuse chart 303
Fuse extractor 304
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Garage door opener 26, 209 Erasing in remote control 212
Integrated remote control 210
Rolling code programming 211
Gasoline see Fuel 225 Gasoline additives 321
Gear range 328 Automatic transmission 134
Limiting 134
Shifting into optimal 133
Gear range limit
Canceling 133

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Index
Problems
While driving 50
Program mode selector switch 330 Automatic transmission 136
Q
Quick search Phone book* 128
R
Radio Selecting stations 111
Station search 111
Station selection setting 122
Radio mode 165
Radio see Radio mode
Radio transmitters, control and operation 222
Range (distance to empty) Calling up 126
Rapid seat heating Switching on 92
Reading lamp 26
Rear bench seat Foldable 192 Rear fog lamp 281
Bulb 281
Switching on 98
Rear lamp bulbs Replacing 285
Rear lamps see Tail lamps
Rear passenger compartment Adjustable air outlets 149, 158
Rear seat head restraints 91 Adjusting 36
Folding back 37
Installing 91
Placing upright 37
Removing 91
Rear seats Adjusting head restraint height 37
Rear view mirror automatic antiglare 138
Rear view mirrors see Mirrors
Rear window defroster 147, 156 Activating 147, 156
Deactivating 147, 156
Reconnecting Vehicle battery 295
Refrigerant Air conditioner 319
Regular checks 225 Reinstalling vehicle battery 295
Remote controls
Integrated 210
SmartKey 82
Remote door unlock With Tele Aid* 208
Remote Vehicle Diagnostics 330
Removing Vehicle battery 295
Wheel 290
Wiper blade insert 287
Wiper blades 287
Replacing Backup lamp bulbs 285
Brake lamp bulbs 285
Bulbs 280
Front lamp bulbs 282
Front turn signal bulbs 282, 283
High beam bulbs 282
High beam bulbs (xenon-type head-lamps) 283
License plate lamp bulbs 286
Low beam bulbs 282
Parking lamp bulbs 283, 284
Rear fog lamp bulbs 285
Rear lamp bulbs 281, 285