2006 MERCEDES-BENZ C55AMG light

147 Controls in detail
Control system
Press buttonæ orç to switch
the delayed shut-off feature
Off or On.
Turn the exterior lamp switch to
positionU before turning off the
engine (
page 114).
The headlamps delayed shut-off
feature is activated.
You can temporarily deactivate the
delayed shut-off feature:
Before exiting the vehicle, turn the
SmartKey in the starter switch to
position0.
Then turn it to position2 and back to
position0.
The delayed shut-off feature is
deactivated. It will reactivate as soon
as you reinsert the SmartKey in the
starter switch.Set interior lighting delayed shut-off
Use this function to set whether or not the
interior lighting to remains lit during dark-
ness for approximately 10 seconds after
you have removed the SmartKey from the
starter switch.
Move the selection marker with
buttonæ orç to the
Lighting
submenu.
Press buttonj ork repeatedly
until the message
Int. light delay
off
appears in the multifunction
display.
The selection marker is on the current
setting.
Press buttonæ orç to switch
the delayed shut-off feature
Off or On.
Vehicle submenu
Access the
Vehicle submenu via the
Settings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu
to make general vehicle settings.
The following function is available:
Set automatic locking
Use this function to activate or deactivate
the automatic central locking. With the
automatic central locking system
activated, the vehicle is centrally locked at
vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph
(15 km/h).
Move the selection marker with
buttonæ orç to the
Vehicle
submenu.
FunctionPage
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159 Controls in detail
Automatic transmission
Stopping
When you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic lights:
Leave the transmission in gear.
Hold the vehicle with the brake.
When you stop longer with the engine
idling and/or on an hill:
Set the parking brake.
Move the gear selector lever to
positionP.Maneuvering
When you maneuver in tight areas,
e.g. when pulling into a parking space:
Control the vehicle speed by gradually
releasing the brakes.
Accelerate gently.
Never abruptly step on the accelerator.Working on the vehicle
Warning!G
When working on the vehicle, set the
parking brake and move gear selector lever
to positionP. Otherwise the vehicle could
roll away.

169 Controls in detail
Good visibility
Good visibility
For information on the windshield wipers,
see “Windshield wipers” (
page 50).
Headlamp cleaning system*
The button is located on the left side of the
dashboard.
1Headlamp washer button
Switch on the ignition (page 33).
Press button1.
The headlamps are cleaned with a
high-pressure water jet.For information on filling up the washer
reservoir, see “Windshield washer system
and headlamp cleaning system*”
(
page 304).
Rear view mirrors
For more information on setting the rear
view mirrors, see “Mirrors” (
page 40).
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors
The reflection brightness of the exterior
rear view mirror on the driver’s side and
the interior rear view mirror will respond
automatically to glare when

the ignition is switched on
and

incoming light from headlamps falls on
the sensor in the interior rear view
mirror.
The rear view mirror will not react if

reverse gearR is engaged

the interior lighting is turned on
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The headlamps will automatically be
cleaned when you have

switched on the headlamps
and

operated the windshield wipers
with windshield washer fluid
15 times
When you switch off the ignition, the
counter resets.

170 Controls in detail
Good visibility
Activating exterior rear view mirror
parking position
Follow these steps to activate the mirror
parking position so that the passenger-
side exterior rear view mirror will be turned
downward to the stored position.
The buttons are located above the exterior
lamp switch.
1Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror
button
2Passenger-side exterior rear view
mirror button
Make sure you have stored a parking
position for the passenger-side exterior
rear view mirror (
page 113).
Warning!G
The auto-dimming function does not react if
incoming light is not aimed directly at
sensors in the interior rear view mirror.
The interior rear view mirror and the exterior
rear view mirror on the driver’s side do not
react, for example, if the rear window
sunshade* is in raised position.
Glare can endanger you and others.
Warning!G
In case of an accident, liquid electrolyte may
escape from the mirror housing if the mirror
glass breaks.
Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not
allow the liquid to come into contact with
eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system.
In case it does, immediately flush affected
area with water, and seek medical help if
necessary.
!
Electrolyte drops coming into contact
with the vehicle paint finish can be
completely removed only while in the
liquid state and by applying plenty of
water.
Warning!G
Exercise care when using the passen-
ger-side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror
surface is convex (outwardly curved surface
for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror
are closer than they appear. Check your
interior rear view mirror or glance over your
shoulder before changing lanes.

171 Controls in detail
Good visibility
Make sure the Mirror set. parking
aid
function in the Convenience
submenu of the control system is
switched to
On (page 149).
Switch on the ignition (page 33).
Press button2 for the passenger-side
exterior rear view mirror.
Place the gear selector lever in reverse
gearR.
The passenger-side exterior rear view
mirror will be turned downward to the
stored position.
The exterior rear view mirror returns to its
previously stored driving position:

10 seconds after you shifted out of re-
verse gearR

immediately once your vehicle exceeds
a speed of approximately 6 mph
(10 km/h)

immediately when you press button1
for the driver’s side mirror
Sun visors
The sun visors protect you from sun glare
while driving.1Mounting
2Mirror cover
3Mirror lamp
4Sun visor
Swing sun visor4 down when you
experience glare.
To use illuminated mirror, lift up mirror
cover2.
Warning!G
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.
Keep the mirrors in the sun visors closed
while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare
can endanger you and others.
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If sun visor4 is disengaged from
mounting1 with mirror cover2
open, mirror lamp3 will switch off.
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If sunlight enters through a side
window, close mirror cover2
(if open), disengage sun visor4 from
mounting1 and pivot to the side.

178 Controls in detail
Climate control
Setting the temperature
Use temperature controls2 and3
(
page 175) to separately adjust the air
temperature on each side of the passenger
compartment. You should raise or lower
the temperature setting in small incre-
ments, preferably starting at 72°F (22°C).
The climate control will adjust to the set
temperature as fast as possible.
Increasing
Turn temperature control2 and/or
3 (
page 175) slightly clockwise.
The climate control system will corre-
spondingly adjust the interior air tem-
perature.Decreasing
Turn temperature control2 and/or
3 (
page 175) slightly counterclock-
wise.
The climate control system will corre-
spondingly adjust the interior air tem-
perature.
Adjusting air distribution and volume
Use air distribution control4
(
page 175) to adjust the air distribution.
The following symbols are located on the
controls:
Press buttonU (page 175).
The indicator lamp on the button goes
out. The automatic air distribution is
switched off. The air distribution is
controlled according to the selected
control setting.i
If you turn the temperature control
clockwise until it stops for one side of
the vehicle, you increase the tempera-
ture for the other side at the same
time.
i
If you turn the temperature control
counterclockwise until it stops for one
side of the vehicle, you decrease the
temperature for the other side at the
same time.
SymbolFunction
aDirects air through the center,
side and rear passenger
compartment air vents
ZDirects air to the windshield
and the side defroster vents
bDirects air into the entire
vehicle interior
YDirects air to the footwells

216 Controls in detail
Audio system
Tips on handling CDs

Handle CDs carefully to prevent
interference during playback.

Avoid scratches, fingerprints and dust
on the CDs.

Do not write on CDs or apply any labels
or other material to them.

Clean CDs from time to time with a
commercially available cleaning cloth.
Never wipe the CD in a circular motion;
instead, wipe it in a straight line start-
ing in the center and moving outward.
Do not use solvents, anti-static sprays,
etc. for cleaning.

Replace the CD in its case after use.

Protect CDs from heat and direct
sunlight.MP3 notes
The CD changer* can play audio CDs as
well as CDs with MP3 files.
Information on MP3 data carriersCompatible MP3 data carriers
The CD changer can read the following
data carriers in MP3 mode:

CD-DA

CD-R

CD-RW
Compatible file systems and compres-
sion methods
Use Romeo or Joliet. Depending on file for-
mat used, up to 128 characters are possi-
ble.
The following compression methods are
compatible:

MP3

WMA

WAV
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CD media, CD burning software and
CD writers are available in great vari-
ety. Due to this variety, it cannot be
guaranteed that the CD changer will be
able to play every user-written CD.
The burning process can lead to data
errors and aging of the medium may re-
sult in data loss. Therefore, the
CD changer may be restricted in its
ability to play MP3 data carriers; it may
play them with reduced sound quality,
or it m ay not b e a bl e to pl ay them a t al l.
Problems may be encountered during
playback of user-written CDs with a
storage capacity of more than 700 MB.
These CDs do not meet valid standards
as of this printing.

217 Controls in detail
Audio system
Compatible bit and sampling rates
Fixed and variable bit rates of up to
320 kBit/s are possible.
The following table lists possible sampling
rates:Information on copyright
The music tracks that you create for use in
MP3 mode or that you play in MP3 mode
are subject to copyright laws under appli-
cable international and national regula-
tions.
In many countries, the reproduction of
copyrighted materials is not permitted,
even if only for personal use, without the
express prior consent of the copyright
holder.
Please check the current copyright laws
for your country and comply with them.
These restrictions do not apply, for exam-
ple, to your own compositions and record-
ings, or for recordings for which
authorization has been obtained from the
copyright holder.MP3 playback
You can play a CD with MP3 files on the
CD changer* as you would any standard
audio CD. All of the functions described for
the CD changer also apply for the playback
of CDs with MP3 files. Keep in mind that
the single CD player in the audio system
unit is not able to read CDs with MP3 files.
The first 99 tracks on the CD, including
tracks in subdirectories, are recognized
and played. Any additional tracks will not
be played.
MPEG1
Audio Layer344.1 KHz, 48 KHz,
32 KHZ
MPEG2
Audio Layer322.5 KHz, 24 KHz,
16 KHz
MPEG2.5
Audio Layer311.025 KHz,
12 KHz, 8 KHz
WMA32 KHz, 44.1 KHz,
48 KHz
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Only use MP3 tracks with a bit rate of
128 kBit/s or higher and with the spec-
ified sampling rates.
The use of rates other than those spec-
ified may lead to noticeably inferior
sound quality.
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Due to the branched data structure,
playback of the first track may be de-
layed slightly.