2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 length

143 Controls in detail
Automatic transmission*
Gear ranges
With the gear selector lever in drive
positionD, you can select a gear range for
the automatic transmission to operate
within.
Gear selector lever (
page 145):
You can limit the gear range by pressing
the gear selector lever to the left (D-), and
reverse the gear range limit by pressing
the gear selector lever to the right (D+).The selected gear range appears in the
multifunction display.
1Current gear range
Effect
ïThe transmission shifts through
sixth gear only.
îThe transmission shifts through
fifth gear only.
éThe transmission shifts through
fourth gear only.
Effect
èThe transmission shifts through
third gear only.
With this selection you can use
the braking effect of the engine.
çThe transmission shifts through
second gear only.
Allows the use of engine’s
braking power when driving

on steep downgrades

in mountainous regions

under extreme operating
conditions
æThe transmission operates in
first gear only.
For maximum use of engine’s
braking effect on very steep or
lengthy downgrades.

307 Controls in detail
Useful features
Programming tips
If you are having difficulty programming
the integrated remote control, here are
some helpful tips:

Check the frequency of hand-held re-
mote control5 (typically located on
the reverse side of the remote). The in-
tegrated remote control is compatible
with radio-frequency devices operating
between 280-390 MHz.

Put a new battery in hand-held remote
control5. This will increase the likeli-
hood of the hand-held remote control
sending a faster and more accurate sig-
nal to the integrated remote control.

While performing step 3, hold
hand-held remote control5 at differ-
ent lengths and angles from the signal
transmitter button (2, 3 or4) you
are programming. Attempt varying an-
gles at the distance of 2 to 5 in
(5 to 12 cm) away or the same angle at
varying distances.

If another hand-held remote control is
available for the same device, try the
programming steps again using that
other hand-held remote control. Make
sure new batteries are in the hand-held
remote control before beginning the
procedure.

Straighten the antenna wire from the
garage door opener assembly. This
may help improve transmitting and/or
receiving signals.
iCertain types of garage door openers are in-
compatible with the integrated remote control. If
you should experience further difficulties with
programming the integrated remote control,
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or
call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen-
ter (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or
Customer Service (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100.
iUSA only:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and
(2) this device must accept any interference re-
ceived, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this device
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
iCanada only:
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference re-
ceived, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Any unauthorized modification to this device
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

317 Operation
Driving instructions
An electronic speed limiter prevents your
vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130
mph (210 km/h).
The factory equipped tires on your vehicle
may have a tire speed rating above the
maximum speed permitted by the elec-
tronic speed limiter.
Make sure your tires have the required tire
speed rating as specified for your vehicle in
the “Technical data” section (
page 467),
for example when purchasing new tires.
For information on how to identify the tire
speed rating on a tire’s sidewall, see “Tire
size designation, load and speed rating”
(
page 348).
If you are uncertain about the correct read-
ing of the information given on a tire’s side-
wall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center will be glad to assist you.
Winter driving instructions
The most important rule for slippery or icy
roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid
abrupt acceleration, braking and steering
maneuvers. Do not use the cruise control
system under such conditions.
When the vehicle is in danger of skidding,
move gear selector lever to position N. Try
to keep the vehicle under control by cor-
rective steering action.Road salts and chemicals can adversely
affect braking efficiency. Increased pedal
force may become necessary to produce
the normal braking effect.
Depressing the brake pedal periodically
when traveling at length on salt-strewn
roads can bring road-salt impaired braking
efficiency back to normal.
If the vehicle is parked after being driven
on salt-treated roads, the braking efficien-
cy should be tested as soon as possible af-
ter driving is resumed.
iFor information on speed ratings for winter
tires, see (
page 351) and (page 360).
iFor information on driving with snow chains,
see “Snow chains” (
page 361).
Warning!G
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift
in order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehi-
cle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not pre-
vent this type of control loss.
Warning!G
Make sure not to endanger any other road
users when carrying out these braking ma-
neuvers.

451 Practical hints
Jump starting
Jump starting
If the battery is discharged, the engine can
be started with jumper cables and the
battery of another vehicle. Observe the
following:

Jump starting should only be performed
when the engine and catalytic
converter are cold.

Do not start the engine if the battery is
frozen. Let the battery thaw out first.

Only use a12-volt battery to jump start
your vehicle. Jump starting with a high-
er voltage battery could damage the ve-
hicle’s electrical system, which will not
be covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.

Only use jumper cables with sufficient
cross-section and insulated terminal
clamps.

Always make sure the jumper cables
are not on or near pulleys, fans or other
parts that move when an engine is
started or running.
Warning!G
Failure to follow these directions will cause
damage to the electronic components, and
can lead to a battery explosion and severe
injury or death.
Never lean over batteries while connecting
or jump starting, you might get injured.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes,
skin or clothing. In case it does, immediately
flush affected area with water, and seek
medical help if necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and very explosive. Keep
flames or sparks away from battery, avoid
improper connection of jumper cables,
smoking, etc.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing personal
injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
!Vehicles with automatic transmission*
and/or 4MATIC:
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
!Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Do not attempt to start the engine using a bat-
tery quick charge unit.
If engine does not run after several unsuccessful
starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeated
failed starting attempts may damage the catalyt-
ic converter and may present a fire risk.
Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose
or missing insulation.
Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any
other metal part while the other end is still at-
tached to a battery.
Warning!G
Keep flames or sparks away from battery.
Do not smoke.
Observe all safety instructions and precau-
tions when handling automotive batteries
(
page 446).

474 Technical data
Main dimensions and weights
Main dimensions
ModelC 2301
1Canada only.
C 230 Sport1
C 350 4MATIC Sport1C 300C 300 4MATIC
Overall vehicle length180.6 in (4 586 mm)180.6 in (4 586 mm)182.3 in (4 630 mm)182.3 in (4 630 mm)
Overall vehicle width (exterior
rear view mirrors folded out)79.5 in (2 020 mm)79.5 in (2 020 mm)79.5 in (2 020 mm)79.5 in (2 020 mm)
Overall vehicle width (exterior
rear view mirrors folded in)69.7 in (1770 mm)69.7 in (1770 mm)69.7 in (1770 mm)69.7 in (1770 mm)
Overall vehicle height56.85 in (1 444 mm)56.3 in (1 429 mm)56.85 in (1 444 mm)56.9 in (1 445 mm)
Wheelbase124.6 in (2 760 mm)124.6 in (2 760 mm)124.6 in (2 760 mm)124.6 in (2 760 mm)
Track, front60.7 in (1 541 mm)60.4 in (1 533 mm)60.7 in (1 541 mm)60.7 in (1 541 mm)
Track, rear60.8 in (1 544 mm)59.6 in (1 514 mm)60.8 in (1 544 mm)60.8 in (1 544 mm)

475 Technical data
Main dimensions and weights
Weights
ModelC 300 Sport
C 300 4MATIC Sport
C 350 SportC 3501
1Canada only.
C 350 4MATIC1C 230 4MATIC1
C 230 4MATIC Sport1
Overall vehicle length182.3 in (4 630 mm)182.3 in (4 630 mm)180.6 in (4 586 mm)
Overall vehicle width (exterior
rear view mirrors folded out)79.5 in (2 020 mm)79.5 in (2 020 mm)79.5 in (2 020 mm)
Overall vehicle width (exterior
rear view mirrors folded in)69.7 in (1770 mm)69.7 in (1770 mm)69.7 in (1770 mm)
Overall vehicle height56.3 in (1 429 mm)57.0 in (1 448 mm)57.1 in (1 449 mm)
Wheelbase124.6 in (2 760 mm)124.6 in (2 760 mm)124.6 in (2 760 mm)
Track, front60.4 in (1 533 mm)60.4 in (1 533 mm)60.4 in (1 533 mm)
Track, rear59.6 in (1 514 mm)60.5 in (1 536 mm)60.5 in (1 536 mm)
Max. roof load 220 lb (100 kg)
Max. trunk load220 lb (100 kg)