2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C320 4MATIC WAGON high beam

104 Controls in detailLightingSwitching on high beams
Turn exterior lamp switch to
positionB or toU
(page 100).

Push combination switch in direction of
arrow1.
The high beam indicatorA on the
instrument cluster comes on.
High beam flasher

Pull combination switch briefly in
direction of arrow2.
Hazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher can be activat-
ed with the ignition switched on or off. It is
activated automatically when an airbag is
deployed.
The switch is located on the center con-
sole.
1Hazard warning flasher switchSwitching on the hazard warning
flasher

Press hazard warning flasher switch.
All turn signals will flash.
Switching off the hazard warning
flasher

Press hazard warning flasher switch
again.iWith the hazard warning flasher acti-
vated and the combination switch set
for either left or right turn, only the re-
spective left or right turn signals will
operate when the SmartKey in the
starter switch is in position1 or2.iIf the hazard warning flasher was
activated automatically, also press
switch1 to switch off the hazard
warning flasher.

294 Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol
Display message
Possible cause
Possible solution
.
FRONT FOGLIGHT, L
CHECK LIGHT!

The left front fog lamp is malfunctioning.

Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
FRONT FOGLIGHT, R
CHECK LIGHT!

The right front fog lamp is malfunctioning.

Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
REAR FOGLIGHT
CHECK LIGHT!

The rear fog lamp is malfunctioning.

Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
HIGH BEAM, L
CHECK LIGHT!

The left high beam lamp is
malfunctioning.

Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
HIGH BEAM, R
CHECK LIGHT!

The right high beam lamp is
malfunctioning.

Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
LIGHT SENSOR
VISIT WORKSHOP!
The lamp sensor is malfunctioning. The
headlamps switch on automatically.

In the control system, set lamp
operation to manual (
page 121).

Switch on headlamps using the
exterior lamp switch.

Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.
LICENSE PLATE LIGHT, L
CHECK LIGHT!

The left license plate lamp is
malfunctioning.

Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
LICENSE PLATE LIGHT, R
CHECK LIGHT!

The right license plate lamp is
malfunctioning.

Replace the bulb as soon as possible.

310 Practical hintsReplacing bulbs
Replacing bulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper
exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-
fore essential that all bulbs and lamp
assemblies are in good working order at all
times.
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely
important. Have headlamps checked and
readjusted at regular intervals and when a
bulb has been replaced. See your autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp
adjustment.
Bulbs Front lamps
iBackup bulbs will be brought into use
when the following lamps malfunction:

Standing lamps


Tail lamps


Rear fog lamp
Lamp
Type
1
Additional turn signal
lamps
LED
2
Turn signal lamp
Halogen
Turn signal lamp
Bi-Xenon*
1156 A
2357 A
3
Halogen headlamps:
Low beam
Bi-Xenon* headlamps:
Low and high beam
H7 (55 W)
D2S-35 W
4
Halogen headlamps:
High beam
Bi-Xenon* headlamps:
High beam flasher
H7 (55 W)
H7 (55 W)
Parking and standing
lamps
W5W
5
Fog lamp
HB4/9006
(55 W)
6
Side marker lamp
W5W

312 Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps
Halogen headlamps
1Bulb socket for turn signal lamp
2Headlamp cover for high beam head-
lamp and for parking and standing
lamp
3Headlamp cover for low beam head-
lamp4Low beam bulb
5High beam bulb
6Bulb socket for parking and standing
lamp
Low and high beam bulb

Switch off the lights.

Open the hood (
page 252).

Press the clamp and remove headlamp
cover2 or3.

Pull electrical connector off.

Unclip the retainer springs and take out
the bulb.

Insert the new bulb so that the base
locates in the recess on the holder.

Clip the retainer springs and plug the
connector onto the bulb.

Align headlamp cover2 or3 and
click into place.
Front turn signal lamp bulb

Switch off the lights.

Open the hood (
page 252).

Twist bulb socket1 counterclockwise
and pull out.

Push bulb into socket, turn counter-
clockwise and remove.

Insert new bulb in socket, push in and
twist clockwise.

Reinsert bulb socket in lamp and twist
clockwise.

313 Practical hints
Replacing bulbs
Parking and standing lamp bulb
Switch off the lights.

Open the hood (
page 252).

Press the clamp and remove headlamp
cover2.

Pull out bulb socket6 with the bulb.

Pull the bulb out of bulb socket.

Insert a new bulb in the socket.

Reinstall bulb socket.

Align headlamp cover2 and click into
place.Bi-Xenon* headlamps
1Bulb socket for turn signal lamp
2Headlamp cover for high beam flasher,
parking and standing lamp
3Cover for Bi-Xenon lamp4High beam flasher bulb
5Bayonet socket for high beam flasher
bulb
6Bulb socket for parking and standing
lamp
High beam bulb for high beam flasher

Switch off the lights.

Open the hood (
page 252).

Press the clamp and remove lamp
cover2.

Pull electrical connector4 off.
Warning!
G
Do not remove the cover3 for the
Bi-Xenon headlamp. Because of high voltage
in Bi-Xenon lamps, it is dangerous to replace
the bulb or repair the lamp and its compo-
nents. We recommend that you have such
work done by a qualified technician.


357 Technical terms
ABS
(A
ntilock B
rake S
ystem)
Prevents the wheels from locking up
during braking so that the vehicle can
continue to be steered.
Alignment bolt
Metal pin with thread. The centering
pin is an aid used when changing a tire
to align the wheel with the wheel hub.
BabySmart
TM1
airbag deactivation
system
This system detects if a special system
compatible child restraint seat is
installed on the front passenger seat.
The system will automatically deacti-
vate the passenger front airbag when
such a seat is properly installed
(PASS. AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp
located in the center console comes
on). See your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.BabySmart
TM compatible child seats
Special restraint system for children.
The sensor system for the passenger
seat prevents deployment of the
passenger front airbag if a
BabySmartTM compatible child seat is
installed.
BAS
(B
rake A
ssist S
ystem)
System for potentially reducing braking
distances in emergency braking
situations. The system is activated
when it senses an emergency based on
how fast the brake is applied.
Bi-Xenon headlamps*
Headlamps which use an electric arc as
the light source and produce a more
intense light than filament headlamps.
Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low
beam and high beam.CAC
(C
ustomer A
ssistance C
enter)
Mercedes-Benz customer service
center, which can help you with any
questions about your vehicle and
provide assistance in the event of a
breakdown.
CAN system
(C
ontroller A
rea N
etwork)
Data bus network serving to control
vehicle functions such as door locking
or windshield wiping depending on
vehicle settings and/or ambient
conditions.
Cockpit
All instruments, switches, buttons and
indicator/warning lamps in the
passenger compartment needed for
vehicle operation and monitoring.
1BabySmart
TM is a trademark of Siemens
Automotive Corp.

363 Index
A
ABS 23, 74, 357
Indicator lamp 274
Malfunction indicator lamp 274
Messages in display 284
ABS control 74
Accelerator position,
automatic transmission 144
Accident
In case of 50
Activating
Air conditioning (cooling) 156, 166
Air recirculation mode 154, 163
Anti-theft alarm system 80
Automatic climate control* 159
Central locking (control system) 131
Charcoal filter 165
Climate control 151
Climate control system 155
Defrosting 154, 163
Easy-entry/exit feature 132ESP 78
Exterior headlamps 46
Exterior lamps 101
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position 147
Hazard warning flasher 104
Headlamps 46
High beams 104
Ignition 31
Immobilizer 80
Rapid seat heater* 96
Rear fog lamp 102, 103
Rear window defroster 149
Residual heat 167
Seat heater* 96
Tow-away alarm 82
Windshield wipers 47
Adding
Coolant 257
Engine oil 256
Additional turn signals 310Adjustable air vents, rear passenger
compartment 157, 168
Adjusting 32
Air distribution 153, 162
Air volume 153, 162
Backrest tilt 33, 35
Exterior rear view mirror 38
Head restraint height 34, 35, 92
Head restraint tilt 34, 36, 93
Head restraints 93
Instrument cluster illumination 107
Interior rear view mirror 38
Manual seat 33
Mirrors 38
Multicontour seat* 95
Power seat* 35
Rear seat head restraints 92
Seat cushion depth 95
Seat cushion tilt 33, 35
Seat fore and aft adjustment 33, 35
Seat height 33, 35

366 IndexBattery discharged
Jump starting 327
Battery, vehicle 258, 324
Charging 325
Disconnecting 325
Messages in display 285
Reconnecting 326
Reinstalling 325
Removing 325
Bi-Xenon headlamps* 357
Bi-Xenon type
Front lamp bulbs 313
Block heater 264
Blocking
Rear door window operation 72
Bolts
For Minispare wheel 304
Brake assist system (BAS) 357
Brake fluid 251, 348Brake lamp bulbs 311
Brake lamp, high mounted 311
Brake pads
Message in display 286
Brakes 240
Warning lamp 275
Break-in period 238
Bulbs, replacing 310
Additional turn signals 310
Backup lamps 311
Brake lamps 311
Fog lamps 310
Front lamps 310
High beam 310
High mounted brake lamp 311
License plate lamps 311, 316
Low beam 310
Parking lamps 310, 311, 313, 314
Rear fog lamp 311
Rear fog lamps 315Side marker lamps 310, 315
Standing lamps 310, 311, 313, 314
Tail lamp assemblies 311, 315
Turn signal lamps 310, 311
Button
Audio system 172
C
CAC (Customer assistance center) 357
California
Important notice 11
Calling up
Range (distance to empty) 136
Service indicator 266
CAN system 357
Capacities
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 346
Cargo area see Cargo compartment
Cargo compartment
Auxiliary fuse box 334
Lighting 106
Parcel net 208