2005 MERCEDES-BENZ C COUPE sport mode

164 Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Automatic shift program
The program mode selector switch is
located on the lower part of the center
console.
1Program mode selector switch
C Comfort For comfort driving
S Sport For standard driving

Press program mode selector
switch1 repeatedly until the letter of
the desired program mode appears in
the multifunction display (
page 159).
SelectCfor comfort driving:


The vehicle starts out in second
gear (both forward and reverse) for
gentler starts. This does not apply if
full throttle is applied or gear
range1 is selected.


Traction and driving stability are
improved on icy roads.


Upshifts occur earlier even when
you give more gas. The engine then
operates at lower rpms and the
wheels are less likely to spin.
!Never change the program mode when
the gear selector lever is out of
positionP. This could result in a
change of driving characteristics for
which you may not be prepared.iThe last selected program
mode (SorC) is switched on when
the engine is restarted in the
automatic program mode.

250 Controls in detailLoadingRoof rack*
1Fastening points
2Rubber strip

Mount the roof rack only between the
fastening points1 and in the recess
of the rubber strip2.

Secure the roof rack according to
manufacturer’s instructions for
installation.
Split rear bench seat
To expand the cargo area, you can fold
down the left and right rear seat backrests.
The two sections can be folded down
separately.
Warning!
G
Use only roof racks approved by
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to
avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manu-
facturer’s installation instructions.
!Load the roof rack in such a way that
the vehicle cannot be damaged while
driving.
Make sure

you can fully raise the tilt/sliding
panel*.


you can fully open the trunk lid.
Warning!
G
When expanding the luggage compartment,
always fold the seat cushions fully forward.
Unless you are transporting cargo, the back-
rests must remain properly locked in the up-
right position.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and cause injury
to vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.

449 Index
Deactivating
Air conditioning (cooling) 192
Climate control 179
Air recirculation mode 190
Climate control 178
Alarm 87
Anti-theft alarm system 87
Automatic climate control* 183
Central locking (control system) 148
Charcoal filter 192
Climate control 173
Climate control system 175
Cruise control 248
Defrost 188
Defrosting
Climate control 177
ESP 84
Exterior lamps 111
Exterior lamps delayed shut-off 146
Front fog lamps 146
Hazard warning flasher 116
Headlamps 57
Immobilizer 86
Rear window defroster 170
Residual heat 193Seat heating* 106
Tow-away alarm 88
Deep water see Standing water 284
Defogging
Windshield 187
Climate control 176
Defrosting 188
Climate control 177
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps 146
Department of Transportation see DOT
Dialing
A number (telephone*) 154
Difficulties
While driving see Problems while
driving 55
With starting 49
Digital speedometer 129
Direction of rotation (tires) 303
Discharged battery
Jump starting 404
Disconnecting
Vehicle battery 402
Display
Messages in display 362Display elements
Audio system 196
Displays
Digital speedometer 129
Engine oil 293
Outside temperature 129
Selecting display for status
indicator 138
Service indicator 330
Showing malfunctions 132
Symbol messages 357
Text messages 349
Vehicle status messages 347
Distance to empty (range)
Calling up 152
Door control panel 30
Door handle 30
Door unlock
With Tele Aid* 268
Doors
Message in display 362
Opening from inside vehicle 94
Opening from outside 92
Opening from the outside 92
DOT 323

465 Index
Tele Aid*
Emergency calls 263
Information 266
Initiating an emergency call
manually 264
Message in display 372
Remote door unlock 268
Roadside assistance 265
SOS button 264
Stolen vehicle tracking services 269
System self-check 262
Tele Aid System 262
Upgrade signals 267
Telephone* 26, 260
Answering a call 154
Dialing a number from the phone
book 154
Ending a call 154
Hands-free microphone 29
Loading phone book 154
Message in display 372
Operation 153, 220
Redialing 156Temperature
Display mode 137
Setting interior temperature 175
Setting units in display 137
Tires 310
Tie-down rings 253
Tightening torque 441
Tilt
Head restraint 37, 39
Time
Setting hours 139
Setting minutes 140
Time display
Setting 141
TIN 325
Tire
Vehicle maximum load on 326
Tire and Loading Information 304
Tire and loading terminology 323
Tire care and maintenance 301
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking 290, 309, 311
Tire inspection 301
Tire load rating 325Tire ply composition and material
used 325
Tire speed rating 282, 316, 325, 441
Tire terminology 323
Tire traction 281
Tires 300, 419
Collapsible 437
Direction of rotation 303
Driving instructions 280
Retreads 300
Rims and tires 419
Rotating 326
Service life 301
Temperature 310, 322
Tread depth 302, 328
Wear pattern 326
Winter 328
Tools 373
Tow-away alarm 27, 87
Arming 87
Disarming 87
Disarming for transport 87
Towing eye bolt (vehicle tool kit)
Installing 409
Towing the vehicle 406