2003 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 COUPE Owner's Manual

305 Technical data
Spare parts service
Warranty coverage
Identification labels
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
Engine
Rims and Tires
Electrical system
Main Dimensions
Weights
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Consumer information

306 Technical dataSpare parts serviceThe “Technical data” section provides the
necessary technical data for your vehicle.
Spare parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers
maintain a stock of original spare parts re-
quired for maintenance and repair work. In
addition, strategically located parts distri-
bution centers provide quick and reliable
parts service.
More than 300 000 different spare parts
for Mercedes-Benz models are available.
Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are
subjected to stringent quality inspections.
Each part has been specifically developed,
manufactured or selected for and adapted
to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Therefore, Mercedes-Benz original spare
parts should be installed.
!The use of non-genuine parts and ac-
cessories not authorized by
Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehi-
cle, which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or
could compromise the vehicle’s dura-
bility or safety.

307 Technical data
Warranty coverage
Warranty coverage
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of
the “warranties” printed in the Service and
Warranty Information booklet. Your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will ex-
change or repair any defective parts origi-
nally installed in the vehicle in accordance
with the terms of the following warranties:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty


Emission System Warranty


Emission Performance Warranty


California, Maine, Massachusetts, and
Vermont Emission Control Systems
WarrantyReplacement parts and accessories are
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Spare Parts
and Accessories warranties, copies of
which are available at any Mercedes-Benz
Center.Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet
Should you lose your Service and Warranty
Information booklet, have your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a re-
placement. It will be mailed to you.

308 Technical dataIdentification labels
Identification labelsCertification label
1Certification label
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Identification labels and numbers
3Engine number (engraved on engine)
4VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield)
5Information label, California version
Vacuum line routing for emission con-
trol system
6Emission control label
When ordering spare parts, please specify
vehicle identification and engine numbers.

309 Technical data
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
C230Kompressor
1Power steering pump
2Idler pulley
3Mechanical loader
4Automatic belt tensioner
5Air conditioning compressor
6Crankshaft
7Coolant pump
8Generator (alternator)
C320
1Idler pulley
2Automatic belt tensioner
3Power steering pump
4Air conditioning compressor
5Crankshaft
6Coolant pump
7Generator (alternator)

310 Technical dataEngine
EngineModel
C 230 Kompressor (203.740)
1
1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
C 320 (203.764)
1
Engine
271
112
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection
No. of cylinders
4
6
Bore
3.23 in (82.00 mm)
3.54 in (89.90 mm)
Stroke
3.35 in (85.00 mm)
3.3 in (84.00 mm)
Total piston displacement
109.6 cu.in. (1796 cm
3)
195.2 cu.in. (3199 cm
3)
Compression ratio
8.5:1
10:1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349
189 hp / 5800 rpm
(141 kW / 5800 rpm)
214 hp / 5700 rpm
(160 kW / 5700 rpm)
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349
192ft.lb/3500rpm
(260 Nm / 3500 rpm)
232ft.lb/3000rpm
(310 Nm / 3000 rpm)
Maximum engine speed
6000 rpm
6000 rpm
Firing order
1-3-4-2
1-4-3-6-2-5
Poly-V-belt
7ft 11in (2420mm)
7 ft 10 in (2390 mm)

311 Technical data
Rims and Tires
Rims and Tires
Use only tires and rims which have been
specifically developed for your vehicle and
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Other tires and rims can have detrimental
effects, such as

poor handling characteristics


increased noise


increased fuel consumption
Same size tires
!Moreover, tires and rims not approved
by Mercedes-Benz may, under load, ex-
hibit dimensional variations and differ-
ent tire deformation characteristics
that could cause them to come into
contact with the vehicle body or axle
parts. Damage to the tires or the vehi-
cle can be the result.
iFurther information on tires and rims is
available at any authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center. A tire inflation pressure
table is located on the fuel filler cap of
the vehicle. The tire pressure should be
checked regularly and should only be
adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire man-
ufacturer’s maintenance recommenda-
tion included with vehicle.
C230Kompressor
C320
C230Kompressor*
C320*
C230Kompressor
C320
Evolution Package*
Rims (light alloy)
7J x16 H2
7 1/2J x17
7 1/2J x17
Wheel offset
1.46 in (37 mm)
1.46 in (37 mm)
1.46 in (37 mm)
Summer tires (radial-ply tires)
All season tires (radial-ply tires)
205/55 R16 91 H
225/45 R17 91 W
1
225/45 R17 91 W
1
1Must not be used with snow chainsWinter tires (radial-ply tires)
205/55 R16 91 H M+S
225/45 R17 91 H M+S
1
225/45 R17 91 H M+S
1

312 Technical dataRims and TiresMixed size tires
C 230 Kompressor*
C320*
Front axleRims (light alloy)
7J x16 H2
Wheel offset
1.46 in (37 mm)
Summer tires (radial-ply tires)
205/55 R16 91 V
Winter tires (radial-ply tires)
205/55 R16 91 H M+S
Rear axleRims (light alloy)
8J x16 H2
Wheel offset
1.26 in (32 mm)
Summer tires (radial-ply tires)
225/50 R16 92 V
1
1Must not be used with snow chainsWinter tires (radial-ply tires)
205/55 R16 91 H M+S