2010 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4MATIC Program mode

System settings ............................. 147
Telephone ...................................... 167
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 87
Automatic central locking .......... 74, 135
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 91
Automatic interior lighting control .... 95
Automatic locking when driving ...... 135
Automatic shift program .................. 111
Automatic transmission ................... 108
Automatic shift program ................111
Gear range indicator ......................111
Gear ranges ................................... 111
Gear selector lever ........................108
Hill-start assist system ..................183
Kickdown ....................................... 110
Kickdown (manual shift program) ..115
Manual shift program ..................... 113
One-touch gearshifting ..................112
Program mode indicator ................112
Program mode selector switch
(automatic shift program) ..............111
Program mode selector switch
(manual shift program) ..........113, 114
Shifting procedure .........................109
Steering wheel gearshift control ....112
Transmission position indicator .....109
Transmission positions ..................109
AUX socket ........................................ 166
Axle oils .............................................. 351
B
BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system .............46
Self-test ........................................... 47
Back button ....................................... 141
Backrest see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 292
Replacing bulbs ............................. 314
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 250
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 61
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition ..........................73
Replacing ....................................... 312
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 321
Charging ........................................ 323
Jump starting ................................. 323
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Bead (tire) .......................................... 250
Beverage holders see Cup holders
Bluetooth ®
settings .......................... 147
Brake Assist System see BAS
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 228
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 282
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 263
Replacing bulbs ............................. 314
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 279
Brakes ................................................ 255
High-performance brake system ....256
Parking brake ................................ 105
Warning lamp ................................. 298
Break-in period .................................. 222
Bulbs see Replacing bulbs
C
CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 23
California retail buyers and
lessees, important notice for ............. 21
Calls (phone) .............................. 128, 167
Can holders see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................. 349
Cargo tie-down rings ......................... 203
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 265
CD player ............................................ 158
Center console
Lower part ....................................... 32
Upper part ....................................... 31
Central locking
Automatic ................................ 74, 135
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
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Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 286
Opening, trunk ................................. 75
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof or the
panorama roof ................................. 99
Opening and closing the windows .... 99
Remote control ................................ 70
Replacing ......................................... 74
Replacing batteries ........................312
Restoring to factory setting .......71, 73
Selective setting ........................71, 73
Starter switch positions ...................77
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions ...................78
Kickdown ........................................... 110
Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 115
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 251
Knee bag .............................................. 40
L
Labels
Certification ................................... 332
Emission control information .........333
Tire and Loading Information
placard ........................................... 238
Tire inflation pressure ....................231
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ........................90
Front .............................................. 314
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 292
Rear ............................................... 314
Switching on/off .............................. 90
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 29, 298
Brakes ..................................... 28, 298
Center console ................................ 31
Coolant .................................... 28, 305
Engine malfunction ..................28, 305
ESP ®
........................................ 28, 302
ESP ®
OFF ................................ 28, 303
Fog lamps ........................................ 92
Front fog lamps ................................ 28
Front passenger front air bag off
(Canada only) .......................... 46, 307
Front passenger front air bag off
(USA only) ................................ 42, 308
Fuel tank reserve .....................28, 304
High-beam headlamps ...............28, 93
Instrument cluster ...................28, 297
Low-beam headlamps ................28, 91
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale ..................28, 306
Rear fog lamp .................................. 28
Seat belt telltale ................29, 51, 301
SRS .................................... 28, 36, 302
Turn signals ..................................... 28
LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)
see Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 294
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 265
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 90
Daytime running lamp mode ............91
Exterior ............................................ 90
Interior ............................................. 95
Limp-home mode .............................. 116
Load index (tires) ...................... 246, 251
Loading see Vehicle loading
Locator lighting ................................. 134
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
Manually ........................................ 310
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Loss of
Key .................................................. 73
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 332
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 91
Exterior lamp switch ........................90
Replacing bulbs ............................. 314
Switching on .................................... 91
Lubricants .......................................... 349
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M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................259
Service indicator message .............259
Service term exceeded ..................259
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 91
Manual shift program ....................... 113
Manual transmission ........................ 107
Gearshift lever ............................... 107
Hill-start assist system ..................183
Maximum engine speed
see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 251
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 251
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 251
Mechanical key see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 205
Memory function ................................. 89
Menus see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel
Mirrors .................................................. 86
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 87
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 87
Exterior rear view mirrors ................86
Interior rear view mirror ...................86
Memory function .............................. 89
Power-folding exterior rear view
mirrors ............................................. 88
Vanity mirror .................................. 208
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 354
Motor Octane Number see MON
MP3 mode .......................................... 158
Multifunction display ........................ 120
Symbol messages ..........................279
Text messages ............................... 272
Vehicle status messages ...............270
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 280, 281
Active headlamps .......................... 292Advanced TPMS ............................. 277
Air bags ......................................... 272
Alternator ...................................... 290
Backrests ....................................... 286
Battery ........................................... 290
Brake fluid ..................................... 282
Brake pads ..................................... 279
Child seat ...................................... 275
Coolant .......................................... 288
Corner-illuminating front fog
lamps ............................................. 295
Cruise control ................................ 275
Doors ............................................. 286
EBP ................................................ 281
Engine oil ....................................... 291
ESP ®
............................. 280, 281, 283
Fog lamps .............................. 292, 294
Front passenger front air bag ........272
Gas cap .......................................... 291
High-beam lamps ........................... 293
Hood .............................................. 286
License plate lamps .......................294
Light sensor ................................... 294
Low-beam lamps ............................ 294
Parking brake ................................ 281
Parking lamps ................................ 293
Power steering ............................... 288
Reserve fuel ................................... 291
Reverse lamp ................................. 292
Side marker lamps .........................293
SmartKey ....................................... 286
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO ..........286
SRS ................................................ 284
Tail lamps ...................................... 295
Tele Aid .......................................... 284
Tire inflation pressure ............276, 296
Tire pressure monitor ....................277
Tires ...................................... 276, 296
Trunk ............................................. 286
Turn signals ................................... 296
Multifunction steering wheel
Adjustment ...................................... 84
Buttons .......................................... 118
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Easy-entry/exit feature ...........85, 136
Gearshift control ............................ 112
Memory function .............................. 89
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Power assistance .............................. 255
Power outlets .................................... 210
Power seats see Seats
Power steering
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 288
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Operation ....................................... 196
Synchronizing ................................ 199
Power washer .................................... 261
Power windows ................................... 98
Cleaning ......................................... 264
Operation ......................................... 98
Rear door window, override
switch .............................................. 59
Synchronizing .................................. 99
Practical hints ................................... 268
Problems
While driving .................................. 104
With vehicle ..................................... 23
With wipers ...................................... 97
Product information ............................ 20
Production options weight ............... 251
Program mode selector switch
Automatic shift program ................111
Manual shift program ............113, 114
Proximity key
see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 251
R
RACETIMER ........................................ 124
Radio .................................................. 148
Satellite radio ................................ 152
Selecting stations ..........................126
Radio transmitters ............................ 258
Rain sensor see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 351
Rear center console ashtray see Ashtrays
Rear doors
Child safety locks ............................ 59
Rear door window
Override switch ................................ 59
Rear fog lamp
see Fog lamps
Rear lamps
see Tail lamps
Rear seat head restraints
see Head restraints
Rear view camera .............................. 188
Cleaning the camera lens ..............263
Rear window defroster ..................... 196
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 230, 251
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 354
Refueling ............................................ 222
Regular checks .................................. 224
Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ............. 216
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 215
Replacing
Key .................................................. 74
Replacing bulbs ................................. 313
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Research Octane Number see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 291
Warning lamp ................................. 304
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Retaining hooks ................................. 203
Rims ........................................... 251, 344
Roadside Assistance ................... 21, 214
Roller sunblinds ................................. 199
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 354
Roof rack ............................................ 203
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 265
S
Safety
Driving safety systems .....................60
Occupant safety ............................... 36
Reporting defects ............................ 23
Safety belts
see Seat belts
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contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all
literature with the vehicle to make it available
to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to
send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car”
found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-
Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in
Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Operating your vehicle outside the
USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
R Service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
R Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts.
R Gasoline may have a considerably lower
octane rating, and improper fuel can cause
engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe under our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Operating safetyGWarning!
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving.
GWarning!
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole. If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect
that damage to your vehicle as occurred:
R turn on your hazard warning flashers
R slow down carefully
R drive with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the road
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
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FunctionPage! Antilock Brake
System (ABS) indicator
lamp
61,
298
7 Seat belt telltale 51,
301
DOutside temperature
(manual transmission)118
Permanent display:
Outside temperature or
speedometer
(automatic transmission)
118,
132
EOutside temperature
(automatic transmission)
118,
132
FProgram mode indicator
(automatic transmission)111
GTransmission position
indicator/gear range
indicator
(automatic transmission)
109,
111
Additional speedometer
(manual transmission)132
HDigital clock 132IInstrument cluster
illumination117Multifunction steering wheelFunctionPage:Multifunction display120;Press button ~:to end a call128to reject an incoming call128Press button 6:to answer a call128to dial1128to redial1129Press button W or X:to set the volume126to operate the RACETIMER2124Press button 8 to mute=Press button ? to
activate the Voice Control
System3
1Function only available in telephone menu.2AMG vehicles only.3The Voice Control System is only available with the COMAND system. Refer to separate operatinginstructions.
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Center console
Upper part
FunctionPage:Audio display cover139;Hazard warning flasher
switch93
=Alarm system indicator
lamp67
?Front passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp, USA
only
42,
308
Front passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp,
Canada only
46,
307
AElectronic Stability
Program (ESP®) switch63
BAudio system136orCOMAND system, see
separate operating
instructions
CSeat heating, front
passenger side84
FunctionPageDParktronic system
deactivation switch,
Canada only187
ERear window sunshade
switch208
FSport driving mode on/off
button184
GDual-zone automatic
climate control189
Rear window defroster196HSeat heating, driver’s side84Center console31At a glance204_AKB; 5; 23, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-16T17:54:06+02:00 - Seite 31Z

Lower part FunctionPage:Ashtray209Cigarette lighter209;Gear shift lever for manual
transmission107
Gear selector lever for
automatic transmission108
=Cup holder207?Front armrest storage
compartments206
AAudio controller140COMAND controller (see
separate operating
instructions)
BProgram mode selector
switch for automatic
transmission111
Overhead control panelFunctionPage:Rear interior lighting on/off95;Interior lighting control95=Right reading lamp on/off95?Power tilt/sliding sunroof
switch196
orPower tilt/sliding panel
switch200
AInformation button (Tele
Aid system)215
BSOS button (Tele Aid
system)213
CInterior rear view mirror86DIntegrated electronic
compass210
EGarage door opener 21632Overhead control panelAt a glance
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