2007 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS SALOON run flat

8Parking position . . . . . . . . . . . .
.95, 97
Resetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Storing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Exterior view
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 F
Fastening seat belt s
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Fire extinguishe r. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
First-aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233
Flat tyre MOExtended run-flat system . . . . .323
Preparing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .313
TIREFIT kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314
Floormat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Foglamps Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .263
Fog lamps (extended range ). . . . . . .107
Fording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219
Frequencies Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .338
Front airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Front-passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . . ..50
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360
Diese l.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205
Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205
Fuel consumptio n. . . . . . . . . . .361, 362 Fuel filler flap
Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
Opening/closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Fuel filte r
Display message (luxury multi -
function steering wheel) . . . . . . . .251
Display message (multi-function
steering wheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242
Fuel lin e
Malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288
Fuel remaining
Calling up (on-board computer,
luxury multi-function steering
wheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Fuel tank
Malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288
Fuse allocation chart . . . . . . . . . . ..333
Fuse box Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
Dashboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .333
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . .333
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . .334
Fuse s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 G
Gearshift program Manua l.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts . . . ..336
Glove compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . ..193 Gross vehicle weight, maximum
permissible
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356, 357 H
Headlamp Misting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294
Headlamp mode (automatic ). . . . . .103
Headlamps Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
Cleaning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
Head restraint
Adjusting (front) . . . . . . . . . . . . .87, 89
Adjusting (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
NECK-PRO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Removing (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Resetting triggered head
restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303
Heatin g
see Thermatic
High-pressure cleaners . . . . . . . . . ..228
Hill start assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151 I
Immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Indicator and warning lam p
Brakes (red) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280
Engine diagnostic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282
ESP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68, 279
LIM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Index
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10Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.266
Display message (multi-function
steering wheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .243
Front foglamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Hazard warning lamps . . . . . . . . . .105
Headlamp flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Headlamp range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Main-beam headlamps . . . . . . . . . .104
Rear foglamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
LIM indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . ..146
Load compartment load, maximum
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .356, 357
Loading guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . ..182
Locking Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Emergency locking . . . . . . . . . . . . .301
From the inside (central locking
button) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Luggage compartment enlarge-
ment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
Luggage compartment floor opening/closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
stowage well, unde r.. . . . . . . . . . .184
Luggage cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Luggage net Front-passenger footwell . . . . . . . .181 Lumbar support
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Luxury multi-function steering
wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 130 M
Main-beam headlamps Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .261
Maintenanc e
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324
Manual gearshift program . . . . . . ..121
Manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . ..117
Maximum spee d
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343
Memory function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Menu (luxury multi-function steer-
ing wheel)
Audi o.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Menu overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
Trip computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Menu (multi-function steering wheel)
Entering the time/date . . . . . . . . .129
Menu overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
Message memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Standard displa y.. . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Trip computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 Menu On-board computer (luxury
multi-function steering wheel)
. . . ..140
Message see Display message
Minispare emergency spare wheel
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354
Mirror
Sun viso r.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
Mobile phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Installatio n.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337
On-board computer (luxury multi-
function steering wheel) . . . . . . . .138
Modifying the programming
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
KEYLESS GO key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
MOExtended run-flat system* .212, 323
Mono function Thermatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
Thermotronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Motorway mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
MP3 Operation (on-board computer,
luxury multi-function steering
wheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Multi-contour seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..90
Multi-function display . . . . . . . . . . ..123
Luxury multi-function steering
wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Multi-function steering wheel . . . .126 Index
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Occupant safet
y 47In particular, work relevant to safety or on
safety-related systems must be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop. If this
work is not carried out correctly, the oper-
ating safety of your vehicle may be affec -
ted. There is a risk of an accident and injury .SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
The SRS reduces the risk of occupants com-
ing into contact with the vehicle's interior in
the event of an accident.
The SRS consists of:
R The SRS warning lamp =
R Belt tensioners
R Belt force limiters
R Airbag s
The SRS warning lamp ==The SRS functions are checked regularly
when you turn on the ignition and when the
engine is running. Malfunctions can therefore
be detected in good time.
The = warning lamp in the instrumen t
cluster lights up when you switch on the igni -tion and goes out a few seconds after the
engine is started
. G
Risk of injury
If SRS is malfunctioning, individual systems
may be activated unintentionally or not be
triggered in the event of an accident with
heavy braking.
A malfunction has occurred if the =
warning lamp:
R does not light up when you switch on the
ignition
R does not go out after the engine has been
running for a few seconds
R lights up again once the engine is running
In this case, have SRS checked immedi-
ately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Triggering of belt tensioners, belt force
limiters and airbags In the event of a collision, the sensor in the
airbag control unit evaluates important phys-
ical data such as duration, direction and force
of the vehicle deceleration or acceleration.
Based on the evaluation of this data and
depending on the vehicle's rate of longitudi-
nal deceleration in a collision, in the firs
tstage the airbag control unit pre-emptively
triggers the belt tensioners.
The front airbags are only deployed if there is
an even higher rate of vehicle deceleration in
a longitudinal direction.
If your vehicle is fitted with adaptive dual-
stage front airbags, the front airbag is filled
with enough gas to reduce the risk of injuries
at the first deployment threshold. The front
airbag is only fully inflated if a second thresh-
old is reached within a few milliseconds due
to the control unit having detected further
deceleration.
i
The front belt tensioners can only be trig-
gered if the belt tongue is correctly
engaged in the seat belt buckle.
Criteria for triggering belt tensioners and
airbags
In the first stages of a collision, the sensor in
the airbag control unit evaluates physical
data such as duration, direction and rate of
vehicle deceleration or acceleration in order
to determine whether it is necessary to trig-
ger the belt tensioners and/or airbags.
The belt tensioner and airbag triggerin g
thresholds are variable and are adapted to the
rate of deceleration of the vehicle. This proc-
ess is pre-emptive in nature as the airba g Safety
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X
Replace cap 1and tighten all the way to
the stop.
You will find further information about coolan t
in the "Technical data" section
( Y page 368). Windscreen washer system/head-
lamp cleaning system
*
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment on the left-hand side of
the vehicle. The headlamp cleaning system*
is also supplied from the washer fluid reser-
voir. 1
Cove r
X Add windscreen washer concentrate to the
washer fluid all year round. G
Risk of fire
Windscreen washer concentrate is highly
flammable. Fire, naked flames and smoking
are prohibited when windscreen washe r
concentrate is being handled.
Use :
R a windscreen washer fluid additive
such as MB Summerwash to preven t
smearing (for temperatures above freez-
ing).
R a windscreen washer fluid additive wit h
antifreeze properties such as MB Winter-
wash (if there is a risk of frost).
X Mix the windscreen washer fluid in a con-
tainer beforehand. Adapt the mixing ratio
to the outside temperatures.
! Only use windscreen washer fluid which
is suitable for plastic lamp lenses. Unsuit-
able windscreen washer fluid could dam-
age the plastic lamp lenses of the head-
lamps.
X To open: pull cap1upwards by the tab .
X To close: press cap 1onto the filler neck
until it clicks into place. Tyres and wheels
Points to remember
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres and
wheels which have been approved by
Mercedes-Benz specifically for your vehi-
cle. These tyres have been specially adap-
ted for use with the control systems, such
as ABS or ESP, and are marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
R MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended
(with run-flat characteristics)
Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tyres
should only be used on wheels that have
been specifically approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
If you use other tyres and wheels,
Mercedes-Benz cannot accept any respon-
sibility for damage that may result from
this. Further information about tyres,
wheels and approved combinations can be
obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre.
If you use tyres other than those tested and
recommended for Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles, characteristics such as handling, vehi-
cle noise emissions and fuel consumption Operation
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2
cate that the wheels or tyres are damaged.
If you suspect that a tyre is defective,
reduce your speed and stop the vehicle as
soon as possible to check the wheels and
tyres for damage. Hidden tyre damag
e
could also be causing the unusual handling
characteristics. If you find no signs of dam-
age, have the wheels and tyres inspected
at a specialist workshop, for example at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
R When parking your vehicle, make sure that
the tyres do not get deformed by the kerb
or other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive
over kerbs, speed humps or similar, try to
do so slowly and at an obtuse angle. Oth-
erwise, the tyres, particularly the sidewalls,
could get damaged. Direction of rotation
Direction of rotation Tyres with a specified direction of rotation
have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk
of aquaplaning. You will only gain these ben-
efits if the correct direction of rotation is
observed.
An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre indicates
its correct direction of rotation.
i You may fit a spare tyre *against th e
direction of rotation. MOExtended run-flat system
*
The MOExtended run-flat system* allows you
to continue driving the vehicle even when one
or more tyres lose all air pressure.
The MOExtended run-flat system* may only
be used in combination with the tyre pressure
loss warning system and only on wheels spe-
cifically tested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
i Vehicles with MOExtended run-flat sys-
tem* are not equipped with the TIREFIT
kit*. 14 It is therefore recommended to additionally
equip your vehicle with the TIREFIT kit*
when fitting tyres that do not feature run-
flat properties, e.g. winter tyres.
i A TIREFIT kit* is available from any quali-
fied specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-
Benz Service Centre.
You will find notes on driving with a flat tyr e
in the "Practical advice" section
( Y page 323). Tyre tread
G
Risk of accident
Bear in mind that:
R tyre grip decreases rapidly on wet roads
when the tread depth is less than 3 mm.
You should thus replace tyres that have
insufficient tread.
R winter tyres should be replaced when th e
tread depth is 4 mm or less because oth -
erwise they no longer provide adequate
grip.
R the tread on a tyre may not wear evenly .
You should thus regularly check the tread
14 Only for certain countries. Operation
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X
Press the íbutton.
The following appears in the multi-function
display: Tyre press. OK?
Yes+ Cancel -
To confirm the restart of the tyre pressure
loss warning system:
X Press the +button.
The following appears in the multi-function
display: Run Flat Indicator restar -
ted.
After a teach-in period, the tyre pressure
loss warning system* will monitor the set
tyre pressures of all four tyres.
or
To cancel the restart of the tyre pressure
loss warning system:
X Press the -button.
The previous settings will not be changed.
Configuring with the luxury multi-func-
tion steering wheel*
X Make sure that the key is in position 2in
the ignition lock .
X Press (or& to select the Service
menu. X
Press $or% to select Tyre pres-
sur e.
X Press #.
The following appears in the multi-function
display: Run Flat Indicator active
Restart with OK
X Press #.
The following appears in the multi-function
display: Tyre press. now OK?
To confirm the restart of the tyre pressur e
loss warning system:
X Press $or% to select Yes.
X Press #.
The following appears in the multi-function
display: Run Flat Indicator restarted
After a teach-in period, the tyre pressure
loss warning system* will monitor the set
tyre pressures of all four tyres.
or
To cancel the restart of the tyre pressur e
loss warning system:
X Press $or% to select Cancel.
X Press #.
The previous settings will not be changed. Interchanging the wheels
G
Risk of accident
Interchange the front and rear wheels only
if they have the same dimensions, for exam-
ple size, offset, etc.
After every wheel interchange/change,
have the tightening torque checked at a
qualified specialist workshop that has the
necessary specialist knowledge and tools
to carry out the work required. Mercedes-
Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be car-
ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
The wheels could work loose if they are not
tightened to a tightening torque of
130 Nm.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom -
mends that you only use wheel bolts of the
correct size which have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
The wheels may be interchanged every 5,000
km to 10,000 km depending on the degree of
tyre wear, provided that the vehicle has the
same size front and rear tyres. Do not reverse
the direction of tyre rotation. Operation
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Display
messages 24
4 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
Run Flat Indi-
cator inopera-
tiv
e Run Flat Indicator
inoperative The tyre pressure loss warning system is
deactivated due to a malfunction. X
Have the tyre pressure loss warning system
checked at a qualified specialist workshop .Check tyres
Restart system Check tyre pres-
sures then restart
Run Flat Indicator There was a tyre pressure warning mes-
sage. X
Make sure that the pressure is correct for all
tyres (Y page 213).
X Then restart the tyre pressure loss warning
system (Y page 214). Key not detec-
ted
The KEYLESS GO* key cannot be detected
while the engine is running because it is
either not in the vehicle or because ther
e
is strong radio interference. In addition, a
warning tone sounds.
Once the engine has been switched off ,
you will no longer be able to lock the vehi-
cle centrally or start the engine. X
Stop the vehicle as soon as the traffic condi -
tions permit.
X Locate the KEYLESS GO* key or operate the
vehicle using the key in the ignition lock. Key not detec-
ted
The KEYLESS GO* key cannot be detec-
ted. X
Change the location of the KEYLESS GO key*
within the vehicle .
X Operate the vehicle using the key in the ignition
lock if necessary. Key does not
belong to vehi-
cle You have put the wrong key in the ignition
lock. X
Use the correct key. Practical advice
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313Rear window wiper blade (Estate)
Removin g G
Risk of injury
The wiper arm could be set in motion and
injure you if the windscreen wipers are
switched on.
Remove the key from the ignition lock
before replacing the wiper blade. 1
Wiper arm
2 Wiper blade
X Remove the key from the ignition lock.
X Fold the wiper arm away from the rear win-
dow until it engages . X
Position wiper blade 2at a right angle to
wiper arm 1.
X Hold wiper arm 1and press wiper
blade 2in the direction of the arrow until
it releases .
X Remove wiper blade 2.
Fitting X
Slide the new wiper blade 2onto wiper
arm 1.
X Hold wiper arm 1and press wiper blade
2 in the opposite direction to the arrow
until it engages.
X Make sure that wiper blade 2is seated
correctly.
X Position wiper blade 2parallel to wiper
arm 1and fold it back onto the rear win-
dow. Flat tyre
Your vehicle may be equipped with:
R a TIREFIT kit (Y page 235 )
R a "Minispare" emergency spare wheel*
R a spare wheel* (Y page 235 )
R the MOExtended run-flat sys-
tem* (Y page 323 ) Preparing the vehicle
i Vehicle preparation is not necessary on
vehicles with MOE tyres.
X Stop your vehicle as far away from traffic
as possible on solid, non-slippery, level
ground .
X Switch on the hazard warning lamps .
X Firmly depress the parking brake.
X All occupants must get out of the vehicle.
Make sure that they are not endangered as
they do so.
Vehicles with manual transmission X
Shift to either first or reverse gear. Practical advice
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