2010 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4MATIC park assist

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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Resume function ............................ 183
Setting current speed ....................181
Cup holders ........................................ 207
Curb weight ....................................... 250
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23
D
Dashboard see Instrument cluster
Data recording ..................................... 23
Date, Setting ...................................... 133
Daytime running lamp mode .............. 91
Switching on or off ......................... 133
Deep water
see Standing water
Defogging (windshield) ..................... 195
Defroster
Front (Climate control system) ......194
Rear window .................................. 196
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps ................................ 134
Interior lighting .............................. 135
Department of Transportation
see DOT
Difficulties
While driving .................................. 104
With starting .................................. 102
Dimensions (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 242
Displays
Maintenance service indicator .......259
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 270
Multifunction display .....................120
Symbol messages ..........................279
Text messages ............................... 272
Trip computer ................................ 121
Vehicle status message memory ...129
Vehicle system settings .................130
Door control panel .............................. 33
Door handles ........................................ 33
Doors
Child safety locks ............................ 59
Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) ...71
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........70
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 286
Opening from inside ......................... 74
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 216
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) .......215
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ...........309
DOT (Department of
Transportation) .................................. 250
Drinking and driving ......................... 254
Driving
Abroad ........................................... 257
Hydroplaning ................................. 257
Instructions ........................... 101, 254
In winter ........................................ 253
Problems ....................................... 104
Safety systems ................................ 60
Systems ......................................... 180
Through standing water .................257
Driving and parking
Safety notes .................................. 101
Driving off .................................. 103, 257
Driving safety systems ....................... 60
ABS .................................................. 61
Adaptive Brake ................................ 62
BAS .................................................. 61
EBP .................................................. 62
ESP ®
................................................ 62
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 63
Driving systems
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 183
Cruise control ................................ 180
Dynamic handling package with
sport driving mode .........................184
Hill-start assist system ..................183
Parktronic system ..........................185
Rear view camera .......................... 188
Driving tips, automatic
transmission ...................................... 110
Dynamic handling package with
sport driving mode ............................ 184
E
E85 (ethanol fuel) .............................. 355
Easy-entry/exit feature .............. 85, 136
EBP (Electronic Brake
Proportioning) ...................................... 62
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Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications ................................... 22
Power outlets ................................. 210
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®

Electronic Traction System
see ETS/4-ETS
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 268
Flat tire .......................................... 317
Hazard warning flasher ....................93
Roadside Assistance ................ 21, 214
Towing the vehicle .........................325
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 212
Telephone ...................................... 173
Emergency operations
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 216
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) .......215
Trunk lid, emergency release ...........76
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 258
Information label ............................ 333
System warranties ...........................20
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............222
Cleaning ......................................... 262
Compartment ................................ 224
Malfunction indicator lamp ............305
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 288
Number .......................................... 333
Starting .......................................... 101
Turning off ..................................... 106
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 226
Additives ........................................ 353
Checking level ............................... 226
Consumption ................................. 225Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 291
Oil dipstick ..................................... 226
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 353
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .............................................. 62
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 63
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................... 280, 281, 283
Warning lamp ................................. 302
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 52
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Ethanol fuel (E85) .............................. 355
ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 63
Express operation
Panorama roof ............................... 200
Power windows ................................ 98
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................196
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 90
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 86
Fold-in function ................................ 88
Parking position ............................... 87
Power-folding ................................... 88
Switching fold-in function on or
off .................................................. 136
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
F
Fastening the seat belts ..................... 50
First aid kit ......................................... 268
Flat tire ............................................... 317
Lowering the vehicle ......................321
Mounting the spare wheel .............318
Preparing the vehicle .....................318
Spare wheel ........................... 317, 349
Flexible Fuel Vehicles ....................... 355
Floormats ........................................... 220
Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid .........350
Brake fluid ..................................... 351
Capacities ...................................... 349
Engine coolant ............................... 351
Engine oil ....................................... 350
Manual transmission oil .................350
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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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XSwitch on the ignition.XPress button : for the driver’s side
exterior rear view mirror or button ; for
the passenger-side exterior rear view
mirror.
The indicator lamp in the respective button
comes on.
If you do not make adjustments to the
selected exterior rear view mirror within
15 seconds, the indicator lamp goes out.
You will then have to select the desired
exterior rear view mirror again before
adjustments can be made. Adjustments
can only be made with the indicator lamp
for the respective exterior rear view mirror
button illuminated.
XPress adjustment button = up, down, left
or right according to the desired setting.
! If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly
hit from the front, manually snap it back
into place.
iAt low ambient temperatures, the exterior
rear view mirrors will be heated
automatically.
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors
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 mirrors will not react if the
automatic transmission is set to reverse gear
R (manual transmission to reverse gear) or
the interior lighting is switched on.
GWarning!
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.
Light hitting the mirror(s) at certain angles
(incident light) could blind you. As a result,
you may not be able to observe traffic
conditions and could cause an accident.
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position
To assist during parking maneuvers, you can
set the passenger-side exterior rear view
mirror so that you can see the rear wheel and
the road curb.
Setting and storing the parking position
XSwitch on the ignition.XPress button ;, to select the passenger-
side exterior rear view mirror.
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With KEYLESS-GO
The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be
located outside the vehicle within
approximately 3 ft (1 m) of a door.
XClose all doors.XTouch and hold the sensor surface on an
outside door handle (Y page 71) until the
door windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof
or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel are closed completely.
iMake sure you are only touching the
sensor surface.
XRelease the sensor surface to interrupt the
closing procedure.
XVehicles with panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel: Touch and hold
the sensor surface once more.
The roller sunblinds extend.
XRelease the sensor surface to interrupt the
extending procedure.
Driving and parking
Safety notes
GWarning!
Make sure absolutely no objects are
obstructing the pedals’ range of movement.
Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all
obstacles. If there are any floormats or
carpets in the footwell, make sure the pedals
still have sufficient clearance.
During sudden driving or braking maneuvers
the objects could get caught between or
under the pedals. You could then no longer
brake or accelerate. This could lead to
accidents and injury.
GWarning!
With the engine not running, there is no power
assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to keep
in mind that a considerably higher degree of
effort is necessary to brake and steer the
vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.
Starting the engine
GWarning!
Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your
health. All exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause
unconsciousness and possible death.
Do not run the engine in confined areas (such
as a garage) which are not properly ventilated.
If you think that exhaust gas fumes are
entering the vehicle while driving, have the
cause determined and corrected
immediately. If you must drive under these
conditions, drive only with at least one
window fully open at all times.
Manual transmission
Gearshift pattern for manual transmission
kReverse gear1 to 6Forward gears
For more information, see “Manual
transmission” (Y page 107).
XDepress the brake pedal.XMake sure the manual transmission is in
the neutral position (no gear selected).
XFully depress the clutch pedal.
Otherwise the engine cannot be started
due to the integrated safety interlock.
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Carry out the following steps:XIf you are starting the engine with the
SmartKey: Turn the SmartKey in the starter
switch to position 0 and repeat the starting
procedure.XIf you are starting the engine with KEYLESS-
GO: Close any doors that may be open to
allow for better detection of the SmartKey.
or
XRemove the KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button from the starter switch.XStart the engine with the SmartKey as radio
signals from another source may be
interfering with the KEYLESS-GO function.XRepeat the starting procedure.
If the engine does not start after several
starting attempts:
XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or call Roadside Assistance.
The engine does not start. You cannot
hear the starter.
The battery may not be charged sufficiently.
XGet a jump start ( Y page 323).
If the engine will not start despite a jump
start:
XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or call Roadside Assistance.
The starter has been exposed to excessive
temperatures.
XLet the starter cool for about 2 minutes.XRepeat the starting procedure.
If the engine does not start after several
starting attempts:
XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or call Roadside Assistance.Driving offGWarning!
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in
order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle
control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent
this type of loss of control.
! Do not run a cold engine at high engine
speeds. Running a cold engine at high
engine speeds may shorten the service life
of the engine. This is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
C 63 AMG: At engine temperatures below
68‡ (20†), the engine’s maximum speed
is restricted in order to protect it from
damage. Avoid driving your vehicle at full
speed when the engine is cold to prevent
premature engine wear and/or diminished
comfort.
! If an acoustic warning sounds and the
message Release Parking Brake
appears in the multifunction display when
driving off, you have forgotten to release
the parking brake.
Release the parking brake.
! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may
cause serious damage to the drivetrain
which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
! Simultaneously depressing the
accelerator pedal and applying the brakes
reduces engine performance and causes
premature brake and drivetrain wear which
is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
i Once the vehicle is in motion, the
automatic central locking function engages
and the locking knobs in the doors move
down.
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XAllow the engine and coolant to cool off.XCheck the coolant level and add coolant if
necessary ( Y page 227).
In case of accident
If the vehicle is leaking fuel:
XDo not start the engine under any
circumstances.XExit the vehicle at a safe distance from the
roadway.XNotify local fire and/or police authorities.
If the extent of the damage cannot be
determined:
XContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or call Roadside Assistance.
If no damage on major assemblies, fuel
system, and engine mount can be
determined:
XStart the engine in the usual manner.
Parking
GWarning!
Do not park this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as grass, hay or
leaves can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system. These materials could be
ignited and cause a vehicle fire.
Vehicle movement can cause serious
personal injury or damage to the vehicle or
the vehicle drivetrain. Therefore, always do
the following before turning off the engine and
leaving the vehicle:
R Keep right foot on the brake pedal.
R Engage the parking brake.
R Manual transmission: Shift the manual
transmission into 1st gear or reverse gear
R .
R
Automatic transmission: Shift the
automatic transmission into park position
P .
R Slowly release the brake pedal.
R When parked on an incline, always turn the
front wheels towards the road curb.
R Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 0 and remove the SmartKey from
the starter switch, or press the KEYLESS-
GO start/stop button.
R Take the SmartKey with you and lock the
vehicle when leaving.GWarning!
Manual transmission:
Wait until the vehicle is stationary before
removing the SmartKey from the starter
switch. The vehicle cannot be steered when
the SmartKey is removed from the starter
switch.
Parking brake
GWarning!
Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle
is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock
up. You could lose control of the vehicle and
cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle’s
brake lights do not light up when the parking
brake is engaged.
GWarning!
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with
you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave
children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could
release the parking brake and/or shift the
automatic transmission out of park position
P (manual transmission: shift into the neutral
position), either of which could result in an
accident and/or serious personal injury.
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