2010 MERCEDES-BENZ C350S gas type

The current program mode appears in the
multifunction display.:Program mode indicator
You should only change the program mode
when the automatic transmission is in park
position P.
Automatic program mode S will not be stored.
When the engine is turned off with the
automatic program mode S selected, the
automatic transmission will go to the
automatic program mode C when the engine
is restarted.
XPress the program mode selector switch
repeatedly until the letter of the desired
program mode appears in the multifunction
display.
For selecting automatic program mode (C or
S) on vehicles with dynamic handling
package, see “Dynamic handling package
with sport driving mode” (Y page 184).
Selecting program mode C means:
RThe vehicle starts out more gentle, both
forward and reverse, except when driving
off with full throttle.
RTraction and driving stability are improved
on icy roads.
RUpshifts occur earlier even when you give
more gas. The engine then operates at
lower revolutions and the wheels are less
likely to spin.
Selecting program mode S means that
upshifts occur later.
One-touch gearshifting
With the automatic transmission in drive
position D and driving in automatic program
mode C or S, you can limit or extend the gear
range using the gear selector lever or the
steering wheel gearshift control.
Steering wheel gearshift control is available
on vehicles with dynamic handling package
and on C 63 AMG only.
Vehicles with dynamic handling package and
C 63 AMG: For information on using the gear
selector lever or the steering wheel gearshift
control in manual program mode M, see
“Manual shift program” (Y page 113).
Steering wheel gearshift control (exampleillustration)
iYou cannot shift with the steering wheel
gearshift control when the automatic
transmission is in park position P, neutral
position N, or reverse gear R.
Limiting gear range
GWarning!
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.
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Vehicle equipment
i This Operator’s Manual describes all
features, standard or optional, potentially
available for your vehicle at the time of
purchase. Please be aware that your
vehicle might not be equipped with all
features described in this manual.
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
The more cautiously you treat your vehicle
during the break-in period, the more satisfied
you will be with its performance later on.
R Drive your vehicle during the first
1 000 miles (1 500 km) at varying but
moderate vehicle and engine speeds.
R During this period, avoid heavy loads (full
throttle driving) and excessive engine
speeds (no more than 2
/ 3 of maximum rpm
in each gear).
R Vehicles with automatic transmission:
- Select C as the preferred shift program
( Y page 111) for the first 1 000 miles
(1 500 km).
- Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down
by shifting to a lower gear using the gear
selector lever.
- Select gear ranges 3, 2 or 1
( Y page 111) only when driving at
moderate speeds (for hill driving).
- Avoid accelerating by kickdown.
R Vehicles with manual transmission:
Shift gears in a timely manner.
After 1 000 miles (1 500 km) you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine speeds
to the permissible maximum.
! Additional instructions for AMG vehicles:
R During the first 1 000 miles (1 500 km),
do not exceed a speed of 85 mph
(140 km/h).
R During this period, avoid engine speeds
above 4 500 rpm in each gear.
R Shift gears in a timely manner.
All of the above instructions, as may apply to
your vehicle type, also apply when driving the
first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) after the engine
or the rear differential has been replaced.
i Always obey applicable speed limits.
At the gas station
Refueling
GWarning!
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking
materials near gasoline!
Turn off the engine before refueling.
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing
contact. Extinguish all smoking materials.
Direct skin contact with fuels and the
inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging your
health.
GWarning!
Overfilling of the fuel tank may create
pressure in the system which could cause a
gas discharge. This could cause the gas to
spray back out when removing the fuel pump
nozzle, which could cause personal injury.
GWarning!
C 300 and C 300 Sport with automatic
transmission:
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Vehicle specification C 250 (204.052)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
i The C 250 is available in Canada only.Engine C 250Engine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.46 in (88.00 mm)Stroke2.69 in (68.40 mm)Total piston
displacement152.3 cu in
(2 496 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.4:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 21201 hp/6
100 rpm
(150 kW/6 100 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349181 lb-ft/
2 900 - 5 500 rpm
(245 Nm/
2 900 - 5 500 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 401 mmElectrical system C 250Alternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWBattery12 V/74 AhElectrical system C 250Spark plugs, typeBosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions C 250Overall vehicle
length182.3 in (4 630 mm)Overall vehicle
width 2279.5 in (2
020 mm)Overall vehicle
height56.9 in (1 444 mm)Wheelbase108.7 in (2 760 mm)Track, front60.7 in (1 541 mm)Track, rear60.8 in (1 544 mm)Turning circle35.4 ft (10.8 m)Weights C 250Roof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification C 250 Sport
(204.052)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
i The C 250 Sport is available in Canada
only.
21 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
22 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.334Vehicle specification C 250 Sport (204.052)Technical data
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Engine C 250 SportEngine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.46 in (88.00 mm)Stroke2.69 in (68.40 mm)Total piston
displacement152.3 cu in
(2 496 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.4:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 23201 hp/6
100 rpm
(150 kW/6 100 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349181 lb-ft/
2 900 - 5 500 rpm
(245 Nm/
2 900 - 5 500 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 401 mmElectrical system C 250 SportAlternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWBattery12 V/74 AhSpark plugs, typeBosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions C 250 SportOverall vehicle
length182.8 in (4 630 mm)Overall vehicle
width 2479.5 in (2
020 mm)Overall vehicle
height57.0 in (1 449 mm)Wheelbase108.7 in (2 760 mm)Track, front60.4 in (1 533 mm)Track, rear59.6 in (1 514 mm)Turning circle35.4 ft (10.8 m)Weights C 250 SportRoof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification C 250 4MATIC
(204.085)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
i The C 250 4MATIC is available in Canada
only.
Engine C 250 4MATICEngine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.46 in (88.00 mm)Stroke2.69 in (68.40 mm)23 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
24 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.Vehicle specification C 250 4MATIC (204.085)335Technical data204_AKB; 5; 23, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-16T17:54:06+02:00 - Seite 335Z

Engine C 250 4MATICTotal piston
displacement152.3 cu in
(2 496 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.4:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 25201 hp/6
100 rpm
(150 kW/6 100 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349181 lb-ft/
2 900 - 5 500 rpm
(245 Nm/
2 900 - 5 500 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 401 mmElectrical system C 250 4MATICAlternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWBattery12 V/74 AhSpark plugs, typeBosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions C 250 4MATICOverall vehicle
length182.8 in (4 630 mm)Overall vehicle
width 2679.5 in (2
020 mm)Overall vehicle
height56.9 in (1 445 mm)Main dimensions C 250 4MATICWheelbase108.7 in (2 760 mm)Track, front60.7 in (1 541 mm)Track, rear60.8 in (1 544 mm)Turning circle35.4 ft (10.8 m)Weights C 250 4MATICRoof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification C 250 4MATIC
Sport (204.085)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
i The C 250 4MATIC Sport is available in
Canada only.
Engine C 250 4MATIC SportEngine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.46 in (88.00 mm)Stroke2.69 in (68.40 mm)Total piston
displacement152.3 cu in
(2 496 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.4:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 27201 hp/6
100 rpm
(150 kW/6 100 rpm)25
Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
26 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
27 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.336Vehicle specification C 250 4MATIC Sport (204.085)Technical data
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Engine C 250 4MATIC SportMaximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349181 lb-ft/
2 900 - 5 500 rpm
(245 Nm/
2 900 - 5 500 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 401 mmElectrical system C 250 4MATIC SportAlternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWBattery12 V/74 AhSpark plugs, typeBosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions C 250 4MATIC SportOverall vehicle
length182.8 in (4 630 mm)Overall vehicle
width 2879.5 in (2
020 mm)Overall vehicle
height57.0 in (1 449 mm)Wheelbase108.7 in (2 760 mm)Track, front60.4 in (1 533 mm)Track, rear59.6 in (1 514 mm)Turning circle35.4 ft (10.8 m)Weights C 250 4MATIC SportRoof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification C 300 (204.054)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine C 300Engine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.46 in (88.00 mm)Stroke3.23 in (82.10 mm)Total piston
displacement182.8 cu in
(2 996 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.3:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 29228 hp/6
000 rpm
(170 kW/6 000 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349221 lb-ft/
2 500 - 5 000 rpm
(300 Nm/
2 500 - 5 000 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 401 mm28
Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
29 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.Vehicle specification C 300 (204.054)337Technical data204_AKB; 5; 23, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-16T17:54:06+02:00 - Seite 337Z

Electrical system C 300Alternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWBattery12 V/74 AhSpark plugs, typeBosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions C 300Overall vehicle
length182.8 in (4 630 mm)Overall vehicle
width 3079.2 in (2
012 mm)Overall vehicle
height57.0 in (1 449 mm) 3156.9 in (1
444 mm) 32Wheelbase108.7 in (2
760 mm)Track, front60.4 in (1 533 mm) 3160.7 in (1
541 mm) 32Track, rear59.6 in (1
514 mm) 3160.8 in (1
544 mm) 32Turning circle35.4 ft (10.8 m)Weights C 300Roof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Vehicle specification C 300 Sport
(204.054)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
i The C 300 Sport is available in the USA
only.Engine C 300 SportEngine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.46 in (88.00 mm)Stroke3.23 in (82.10 mm)Total piston
displacement182.8 cu in
(2 996 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.3:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 33228 hp/6
000 rpm
(170 kW/6 000 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349221 lb-ft/
2 500 - 5 000 rpm
(300 Nm/
2 500 - 5 000 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 401 mm30
Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
31 Canada only.
32 USA only.
33 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.338Vehicle specification C 300 Sport (204.054)Technical data
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Electrical system C 300 SportAlternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWBattery12 V/74 AhSpark plugs, typeBosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions C 300 SportOverall vehicle
length182.8 in (4 630 mm)Overall vehicle
width 3479.2 in (2
012 mm)Overall vehicle
height57.0 in (1 449 mm)Wheelbase108.7 in (2 760 mm)Track, front60.4 in (1 533 mm)Track, rear60.5 in (1 536 mm)Turning circle35.4 ft (10.8 m)Weights C 300 SportRoof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification C 300 4MATIC
(204.081)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine C 300 4MATICEngine, type272Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders6Bore3.46 in (88.00 mm)Stroke3.23 in (82.10 mm)Total piston
displacement182.8 cu in
(2 996 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.3:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 35228 hp/6
000 rpm
(170 kW/6 000 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349221 lb-ft/
2 500 - 5 000 rpm
(300 Nm/
2 500 - 5 000 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-4-3-6-2-5Poly-V-belt2 401 mmElectrical system C 300 4MATICAlternator14 V/150 AStarter motor12 V/1.4 kWBattery12 V/74 AhSpark plugs, typeBosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)34 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
35 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.Vehicle specification C 300 4MATIC (204.081)339Technical data204_AKB; 5; 23, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-16T17:54:06+02:00 - Seite 339Z