2006 MERCEDES-BENZ C55AMG inflation pressure

446 Technical terms
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles)
Maintenance service indicator in the
multifunction display that informs the
driver when the next vehicle mainte-
nance service is due. The Maintenance
System in your vehicle tracks distance
driven and the time elapsed since your
last maintenance service, and calls for
the next maintenance service accord-
ingly.
Maximum load rating
(
page 332)
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(
page 332)
Maximum tire inflation pressure
(
page 333)
Memory function
Used to store three individual seat,
steering wheel and mirror positions.MON
(M
otor Octane Number)
The Motor Octane Number for gasoline
as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a
gasoline’s ability to resist undesired
detonation (knocking). The average of
both the MON (Motor Octane Number)
and ->RON (Research Octane Number)
is posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Multifunction display
Display field in the instrument cluster
used to present information provided
by the control system.
Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel with buttons for
operating the control system.
Normal occupant weight
(
page 333)Overspeed range
Engine speeds within the red marking
of the tachometer dial. Avoid this
engine speed range, as it may result in
serious engine damage that is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Poly-V-belt drive
Drives engine-components (alternator,
AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.
Power train
Collective term designating all
components used to generate and
transmit motive power to the drive
axles, including

engine

clutch/torque converter

transmission

transfer case

drive shaft

differential

axle shafts/axles

447 Technical terms
Production options weight
(
page 333)
Program mode selector switch
Used to switch the automatic
transmission* between standard
operationS, comfort operationC and
manual operationM.
PSI
(P
ounds per square inch) (page 333)
Recommended tire inflation pressure
(
page 333)
Restraint systems
Seat belts, belt tensioners, air bags
and child restraint systems. As inde-
pendent systems, their protective
functions complement one another.
Rim
(
page 333)RON
(R
esearch Octane Number)
The Research Octane Number for gaso-
line as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line’s ability to resist undesired deto-
nation (knocking). The average of both
the ->MON (Motor Octane Number)
and RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Shift lock
When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the transmission gear
selector lever from being moved out of
positionP without SmartKey turned
and brake pedal depressed.
Sidewall
(
page 333)SRS
(S
upplemental Restraint System)
Seat belts, emergency tensioning
device and air bags. Though indepen-
dent systems, they are closely inter-
faced to provide effective occupant
protection.
Tele Aid* System
(T
elematic Alarm Identification on
D
emand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response: automatic and
manual emergency, roadside assis-
tance and information. Tele Aid is
initially activated by completing a
subscriber agreement and placing an
acquaintance call.
The Tele Aid system is operational
provided that the vehicle’s battery is
charged, properly connected, not
damaged and cellular and GPS
coverage is available.

449 Index
A
ABS 25, 82, 443
Indicator lamp 350
Messages in display 360
Accelerator position,
automatic transmission 158
Accessory weight 331
Accident
In case of 53
Active head restraint 71, 391
Active head restraints
see Head restraints
Additional turn signals 395
Air bags 61
BabySmart
TM deactivation
system 75, 443
Children 75
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp 27, 75, 357
Front, Driver 65
Front, Passenger 65
Passenger 65
Safety guidelines 64
Side impact (front and rear*) 66
Window curtain 66Air conditioning refrigerant 437
Air conditioning system
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 184
Climate control 174
Air conditioning, Cooling
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 194
Climate control 182
Air distribution
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 189
Climate control 178
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air pump, electric
Turning on 409
Air recirculation mode
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 191
Climate control 180
Air vents, Front
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 185
Climate control 175Air vents, Rear
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 196
Climate control 183
Air volume
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 190
Climate control 178
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 406, 443
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 440, 441
Anti-theft systems 88
Anti-theft alarm system* 88
Immobilizer 88
Tow-away alarm* 90
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest 257
Ashtrays 260
Aspect ratio 331
ATF (Automatic transmission fluid) 301
AUDIO menu (Control system) 131

451 Index
Brake fluid 437
Checking 295
Message in display 366
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses 344
Messages in display 374
Replacing bulbs 400
Brake pads
Message in display 366
Brakes 284
Warning lamp 25, 351
Break-in period 282
Bulbs, replacing see Replacing bulbs
C
CAC 443
California retail buyers and lessees,
important notice 11
CAN system 444
Cargo area see Trunk
Cargo tie-down rings* 255
Carpets, cleaning 346
Catalytic converter 291
CD changer* 214
CD player* 132, 214
Centigrade see Temperature display
mode 137Central locking
Automatic 103, 147
From inside 104
Locking/unlocking from inside 104
Switch 104
Certification label 426
Charcoal filter
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 193
Children in the vehicle 72
Air bags 62
Blocking rear door window
operation 80
Indicator lamp, front passenger
air bag 75, 357
Infant and child restraint systems 73
LATCH-type child seat anchors 79
Cigarette lighter 262
Climate control system 174
Control panel 175
Defrosting, Front 179
Rear window defroster 173
Clock 25, 125
Setting time 140, 141
Cockpit 22, 444Cockpit Management and Data System
see COMAND
Cold tire inflation pressure 331
Collapsible tire 383, 433, 444
Collapsible wheel chock 382
COMAND* 444
COMAND* see separate COMAND
operating instructions
Combination switch 49, 118
Control system 125, 444
Multifunction display 125
Multifunction steering wheel 126
Resetting to factory default 135
Control system menu 125, 444
AUDIO 131
Menus overview 128
NAV* 134
Settings 135
Standard display 130
TEL* 152
Trip computer 150
Vehicle status message
memory 134

456 Index
High mounted brake lamp 396
Hood 297
Message in display 373
Horn 23
HVAC see Climate control
Hydroplaning 287
I
Identification labels 426
Identification number, Vehicle (VIN) 426
Ignition 33, 46
Immobilizer 88
Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and
warning
Infant and child restraint systems see
Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation
pressures
Inside door handle 99
Instrument and controls see Instrument
clusterInstrument cluster 24, 122, 445
Cleaning 346
Illumination brightness 122
Lamps 350, 356
Messages in display see Malfunction
display messages
Multifunction display 125
Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster,
Illumination brightness
Instruments and controls see Cockpit
Interior lighting 120
Delayed shut-off 147
Interior rear view mirror 40
Auto-dimming mirrors* 169
Interior storage spaces see Storage
compartment
J
Jack 380
Jacking up the vehicle 405
Jump starting 415K
Key, mechanical 386
Key, SmartKey
Batteries 98
Battery check lamp 98
Changing batteries 393
Factory setting 96
Locking/unlocking 32, 96
Locking/unlocking, Global setting 96
Locking/unlocking, Selective
setting 96
Loss of 98
Messages in display 373
Opening and closing the power
windows 241
Opening and closing the tilt/sliding
sunroof* 241
Positions in starter switch 33
Remote control 94
Starting the engine 45
Turning off the engine 56
Unlocking, Trunk lid 98
Valet locking 103
Kickdown 158, 445
Kilopascal 332

458 Index
Maintenance 12, 338
Calling up service indicator
display 339
Clearing service indicator
message 339
FSS (Canada vehicles) 338
Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) 338
Resetting service indicator 340
Service indicator message 338
Service term exceeded 339
Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) 338, 446
Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps
Maximum load rating, Tires 332
Maximum loaded vehicle weight 332
Maximum tire inflation pressure 333
MB Tex upholstery, Cleaning and
care of 347
Mechanical key 386
Memory function see Steering wheel
Menus see Control system
Microphone, Hands-free 29Mirrors
Adjusting 40
Auto-dimming* 169
Exterior rear view mirror 40
Exterior rear view mirror,
Parking position 113, 149, 170
Interior rear view mirror 40
MON 446
Motor Octane Number see MON
Multifunction display 125, 446
Changing settings see Control system
menus and Control system sub-
menus
Multifunction display messages
ABS 360
Brake fluid 366
Brake lamps 374
Brake pads 366
Coolant 367, 368, 369
Cruise control 370
Display 370
Door 370
Engine coolant 367, 368, 369
Engine oil 371, 372
ESP
®361, 362
Fog lamps 374, 376Fuel cap 353, 373
Headlamps 375, 376
Hood 373
Key, SmartKey 373
Lamps, exterior 374–377
Parking brake 366
Parking lamp 376
Seat belt system 378
SRS 363
Steering gear oil 378
Tele Aid* 379
Telephone* 379
Tilt/sliding sunroof* 379
Trunk 379
Turn signals 377
Windshield washer fluid 379
Multifunction steering wheel 26, 126,
446
Button operation 126
N
Navigation system* 134
See separate COMAND* operating
instructions
Net, parcel 258
Neutral gear position, Automatic
transmission 155

460 Index
Power tilt/sliding sunroof 242
Opening/closing in an
emergency 389
Stopping 244
Synchronizing 244
Power tilt/sliding sunroof*
Messages in display 379
Opening/closing 242
Opening/closing, SmartKey 241
Power train 446
Power washer 342
Power windows 238
Cleaning 345
Opening/closing 238
Rear door window,
Blocking operation 80
Stopping 240
Synchronizing 240
Practical hints 350
Premium unleaded gasoline 438
Problems
While driving 52
With vehicle 17
Product information 9
Production options weight 333
Program mode 125Program mode selector switch 447
Automatic shift program, automatic
transmission 161
Manual shift program, automatic
transmission 165
PSI 333
Push starting 415
Push-start see Tow-start
R
Radio
Operation 200, 205
Selecting stations (Control
system) 131
Radio transmitters 290
Range (distance to empty) 151
Reading lamp 120
Rear bench seat, foldable* 252
Rear door window
Blocking operation 80
Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps
Rear lamps see Tail lamps
Rear outer seats
Adjusting head restraint height 107
Rear passenger compartment
Adjustable air vents 183, 196
Rear seat ashtray see AshtrayRear seat head restraints see Head
restraints
Rear view mirrors see Mirrors
Rear window defroster 173
Rear window sunshade* 172
Recommended tire inflation
pressure 333
Recovery services, Stolen vehicle
(Tele Aid*) 272
Refrigerant, Air conditioning 437
Refueling 293
Regular checks 294
Remote control, SmartKey 94
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid*) 272
Replacing bulbs
Additional turn signal lamps 400
Backup lamp 401
Brake lamp 401
Fog lamps 401
Headlamps 395, 397, 399
High beam headlamps 395, 397
License plate lamps 401
Low beam headlamps 397
Parking lamps 398, 400, 401
Rear lamps 396
Side marker lamps 400, 401

464 Index
Tires 305, 429
Air pressure 331
Care and maintenance 306
Chains 337
Cleaning 307, 342
Direction of rotation 308
Driving instructions 286
Important notes, Tire inflation
pressure 316
Inflation pressure 295, 315, 317
Information Placard 309
Inspection 306
Load rating 334
Ply composition and material
used 334
Problems under-/overinflation 320
Retreads 305
Rims and tires 429
Rotating 335
Run Flat Indicator* (Canada
only) 318
Service life 306
Sizes 429
Speed rating 288, 324, 334
Temperature 316, 330
Terminology 331Tire Identification Number see TIN
Traction 287
Tread 334
Tread depth 307, 336
Treadwear indicators 334
Vehicle maximum load on 334
Wear pattern 335
Winter 336
Tools 380
Top tether
Children in the vehicle 77
Tow-away alarm* 90
Towing eye bolt 419
Towing the vehicle 417
Tow-start 415, 417
Traction 161, 334
Transmission gear selector lever see Gear
selector lever
Transmission see Automatic transmission
Traveling abroad 290
Tread 334
Tread depth 307, 336
Treadwear indicators 334
Trip computer 150
Trip odometer 123Trunk
Closing the lid 101
Fuse box 422
Lamp 121
Message in display 379
Opening 98, 99, 100
Tie-down rings 255
Trunk emergency release 102
Unlocking in an emergency 102
Turn signal lamps
Messages in display 377
Replacing bulbs 395, 396
Turn signals 49
Additional in mirrors 395
Bulbs 395, 396
Cleaning lenses 344
Indicator lamps 25
Turning off engine 56
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards 334
Units, Setting
Speedometer 138
Upholstery, Cleaning 347
Useful features 256