2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS COUPE wiper blades

ContentsPractical hints.................................. 257
What to do if … .................................. 258 Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 258
Lamp in center console ................ 263
Messages in the display ............... 264
Where will I find ...?............................ 284 First aid kit ................................... 284
Spare wheel ................................. 285
Vehicle tool kit ............................. 285
Unlocking/locking in an emergency .. 288 Unlocking the vehicle ................... 288
Locking the vehicle ...................... 289
Changing batteries in
the SmartKey ............................... 290
Fuel filler flap ............................... 291
Manually unlocking the
gear selector lever........................ 291
Opening/closing in an emergency ..... 292 Panorama sliding/pop-up roof ..... 292
Replacing bulbs ................................. 293 Bulbs ............................................ 293
Replacing bulbs for front lamps.... 295
Side marker lamp bulb ................. 298
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 298
Replacing wiper blades ...................... 300 Removing ..................................... 300
Installing ...................................... 300
Flat tire .............................................. 301 Preparing the vehicle ................... 301
Mounting the spare wheel ............ 301
Battery ............................................... 307 Disconnecting the battery ............ 308
Removing the batteries ................ 308
Charging and reinstalling
batteries....................................... 308
Reconnecting the batteries .......... 308
Jump starting ..................................... 310
Towing the vehicle ............................. 313 Installing towing eye bolt ............. 316
Fuses ................................................. 317 Fuse box in
passenger compartment .............. 317
Fuse box in engine compartment . 317
Auxiliary fuse box in trunk ............ 318
Technical data ................................. 319
Spare parts service ............................ 320
Warranty coverage............................. 321 Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet ..................... 321 Identification labels ........................... 322
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 323
C 230 Kompressor ....................... 323
C 320 ........................................... 323
Engine ............................................... 324
Rims and Tires ................................... 325 Same size tires............................. 326
Spare wheel ................................. 326
Electrical system ............................... 327
Main Dimensions ............................... 328
Weights ............................................. 329
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 330 Capacities .................................... 330
Engine oils ................................... 332
Engine oil additives ...................... 332
Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 332
Brake fluid.................................... 332
Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 333
Fuel requirements ........................ 333
Gasoline additives ........................ 334
Flexible Fuel Vehicles................... 334
Coolants ...................................... 336
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system........... 338
Consumer information ....................... 339
Uniform tire quality grading ......... 339

49
Getting started
Driving
Windshield wipers
The combination switch is located on the
left of the steering column.Combination switch1
Single wipe
2 Switching on windshield wipers 
Make sure the ignition is switched on. Switching on windshield wipers

Turn the combination switch to the de-
sired position depending on the inten-
sity of the rain.
0
Windshield wipers off
I Intermittent wiping
II Normal wiper speed
III Fast wiper speediVehicles without rain sensor*: Fast
wiper speed III goes to setting II when
the vehicle is standing still.
Vehicles with rain sensor*: Intermittent
wiping interval dependent on wetness
of windshield. Wiping will not occur
with a door open.
!Vehicles with rain sensor*: Do not
leave in intermittent setting when vehi-
cle is taken to an automatic car wash or
during windshield cleaning. Wipers will
operate in presence of water sprayed
on the windshield, and wipers may be
damaged as a result.
The switch should not be left in inter-
mittent setting as the wipers will wipe
the windshield once every time the en-
gine is started. Dust that accumulates
on the windshield might scratch the
glass and/or damage the wiper blades
when wiping occurs on a dry wind-
shield.

236 OperationEngine compartment
Engine compartmentHood
Opening
1 Hood release
Pull lever 1 downwards.
The hood is unlocked and handle 2
will extend out of the radiator grille. 2
Handle for opening the hood

Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radia-
tor grille.

Pull up on the hood (do not pull up on
the handle) and then release it.
The hood will be automatically held
open at shoulder height by gas-filled
struts.
Warning!
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Do not pull the release lever while the vehi-
cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could
be forced open by passing air flow.
!To avoid damage to the windshield wip-
ers or hood, never open the hood if the
wiper arms are folded forward away
from the windshield.
Warning!
G
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of
moving parts when the hood is open and the
engine is running. Make sure the hood is
properly closed before driving. When closing
the hood, use extreme caution not to catch
hands or fingers.
The radiator fan may continue to run for ap-
proximately 30 seconds or even restart af-
ter the engine has been turned off. Stay
clear of fan blades.

254 OperationVehicle careWiper blades
Fold wiper arms forward.

Clean the wiper blade inserts with a
clean cloth and detergent solution.Window cleaning

Fold wiper arms forward.

Use a window cleaning solution on all
glass surfaces. Light alloy wheels
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care
should be used for regular cleaning of the
light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week with
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, us-
ing a soft bristle brush and a strong spray
of water.
Follow the instructions on container.
Warning!
G
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and re-
move SmartKey from starter switch before
cleaning the wiper blades, otherwise the
wiper motor might suddenly turn on and
cause injury.!Fold the windshield wiper arms back
onto the windshield before turning the
SmartKey in the starter switch.
Hold on to the wiper when folding the
wiper arm back. If released, the force
of the impact from the tensioning
spring could crack the windshield.
Warning!
G
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and re-
move SmartKey from starter switch before
cleaning the wiper blades, otherwise the
wiper motor might suddenly turn on and
cause injury.!Fold the windshield wiper arms back
onto the windshield before turning the
SmartKey in the starter switch.
Hold onto the wiper when folding the
wiper arm back. If released, the force
of the impact from the tensioning
spring could crack the windshield.
iOnly use acid-free cleaning materials.
Acid may cause corrosion or damage
the clear coat.

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Practical hints
What to do if …
Where will I find ...?
Unlocking/locking in an emergency
Opening/closing in an emergency Replacing bulbs
Replacing wiper blades
Flat tireBattery
Jump starting
Towing the vehicle
Fuses

300 Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades
Replacing wiper bladesRemoving
Fold the wiper arm forward.
1 Lock
2 Unlock

Pull the tab in the direction of arrow 2
and remove windshield wiper.
Installing
Slide the wiper blade into the cutout on
the wiper arm.

Slide the tab back in the direction of
arrow 1 until it audibly engages.

Fold the wiper arm back to rest on the
windshield.
Warning!
G
For safety reasons, remove SmartKey from
starter switch before replacing a wiper
blade, otherwise the motor could suddenly
turn on and cause injury.
!Never open the hood when the wiper
arm is folded forward.
Hold onto the wiper when folding the
wiper arm back. If released, the force
of the impact from the tensioning
spring could crack the windshield.
Do not allow the wiper arms to contact
the windshield glass without a wiper
blade inserted.
Make certain that the wiper blades are
properly installed. Improperly installed
wiper blades may cause windshield
damage.
For your convenience, we recommend
that you have this work carried out by
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Index
Checking
Coolant level 235, 241
Oil level 235, 237
Tire inflate pressure 235
Vehicle lighting 235
Child safety 65 Airbags 58
Infant and child restraint systems 62, 65
LATCH child seat mounts 70
Child seat mounts see LATCH child seat mounts 70
Cigarette lighter 204
Cleaning Cup holder 255
Gear selector lever 255
Hard plastic trim items 255
Headlamps 148
Headliner and shelf below rear window 255
Instrument cluster 255
Leather upholstery 256
Light alloy wheels 254 MB Tex upholstery 256
Plastic and rubber parts 256
Seat belts 255
Steering wheel 255
Upholstery 256
Windows 254
Windshield 50
Wiper blades 254
Wood trims 256
Climate control 150 Adjusting 153
Defogging windshield 153
Defrosting 154
Rear window defroster 149
Setting the temperature 153
Clock 23, 122
Closing Glove box 200
Hood 237
power window with SmartKey 188 Roller sunblind for the
sliding/pop-up roof 189
Side windows 187
Sliding/pop-up roof 190, 292
Trunk lid 86
Windows 186
Windows with SmartKey 188
Closing sliding/pop-up roof In an emergency 292
Cockpit 20, 341
Cockpit management and data system (COMAND*) 342
Collapsible tire 342
COMAND* 342
COMAND* see separate operating instruc- tions
Combination switch 102 High beam flasher 102
Turn signals 48
Windshield wipers 49
Consumer information 339
Control and operation of radio transmitters 230
Control system 109, 342

358 IndexImmobilizer 78Activating 78
Deactivating 78
Infant and child restraint systems 65 Installing 69
LATCH child seat mounts 70
Inflating Spare tire 304
Information Button for Tele Aid* 211
Installing Infant and child restraint systems 69
Towing eye bolt 316
Wiper blades 300
Instrument cluster 22, 105, 343 Cleaning 255
Coolant temperature indicator 106
Illumination 105
Lamps in 261–262
Multifunction display 109 Outside temperature indicator 107
Selecting language 124
Instruments and controls see Cockpit 20
Interior lighting 103 Activating automatic control 103
Deactivating automatic control 103
Delayed shut-off 128
Manual operation 103
Interior rear view mirror Adjusting 39
Antiglare 146
Interior storage spaces 200 Armrest 202
Cup holder 201
Glove box 200
Parcel net in front passenger footwell 203
Storage compartment in front of armrest 201 J
Jack 285, 286
Jump starting 310
K
Key dependency memory
Settings 131
Key positions in starter switch 31
Key, mechanical 288, 289
Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp 83
Changing the batteries 290
Checking the batteries 84
Factory setting 83
Global locking 83
Global unlocking 83
Individual setting 83
Loss of 84
Positions in starter switch 31
Remote controls 82
Restoring to factory setting 83