2012 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class COUPE fuel reserve

Specifications ................................ 329
Tank content/reserve fuel .............328
Fuel filler flap
Opening/closing ............................ 138
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 187
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 328
Problem (malfunction) ...................140
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 278
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 291
Before changing ............................. 291
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 291
Fuse box in the trunk .....................292
Important safety notes ..................291
G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................260
Notes ............................................. 256
Opening/closing the garage door ..259
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 257
Gasoline ............................................. 138
Gear indicator (on-board
computer) .......................................... 198
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 274
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 324
Glove box ........................................... 243
H
Handbrake see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ...................... 103
Headlamp cleaning system Notes ............................................. 332
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system .....267
Cleaning system (function) ............103
Fogging up ..................................... 105
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 91
Adjusting (electrically) .....................91
see NECK-PRO head restraints
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 108
Display message ............................ 211
Switching Adaptive Highbeam
Assist on/off ................................. 104
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Hill start assist .................................. 128
HOLD function Display message ............................ 216
Function/notes ............................. 159
Hood
Closing ........................................... 265
Display message ............................ 225
Opening ......................................... 264
Hydroplaning ..................................... 145
I
Ignition lock see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 64
Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 29
Settings ......................................... 194
Warning and indicator lamps ...........30
Instrument cluster lighting ................ 29
Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster lighting
Interior lighting ................................. 106
Automatic control ..........................106
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 196
Emergency lighting ........................106
Manual control ............................... 106
Overview ........................................ 106
Reading lamp ................................. 106
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R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ............. 161
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 198
Radar sensor system Activating/deactivating .................196
Display message ............................ 217
Radio
Selecting a station .........................189
see separate operating instructions
Reading lamp ..................................... 106
Rear compartment Setting the air vents ......................122
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 211
Switching on/off ........................... 102
Rear seat (folding the backrest
forwards/back) ................................. 244
Rear view camera Cleaning instructions .....................273
Function/notes ............................. 168
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ..........................95
Dipping (automatic) .........................96
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ...................120
Rear window heating
Switching on/off ........................... 120
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 29
Important safety notes ..................137
Refueling process ..........................138
see Fuel
Releasing the parking lock
manually (automatic
transmission) ..................................... 137
Remote control Garage door opener .......................256
Reporting
Malfunctions relevant to safety ........ 24
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 216
Warning lamp ................................. 234
see Fuel Restraint system
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic
transmission) ................................. 130
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 21
Roller blind see Roller sunblind
Roller sunblind
Opening/closing .............................. 85
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 85
Roof carrier ........................................ 246
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 275
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 332
Route see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 188
S
Safety Children in the vehicle .....................52
Child restraint systems ....................52
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 42
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 36
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Belt force limiters ............................ 51
Cleaning ......................................... 275
Correct usage .................................. 48
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 51
Fastening ......................................... 49
Important safety guidelines .............48
Releasing ......................................... 50
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Special seat belt retractor ...............54
Warning lamp ................................. 227
Warning lamp (function) ................... 50
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) .....................90
Adjusting (manually and
electrically) ...................................... 90
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Transmissionsee Automatic transmission
Transporting the vehicle .................. 290
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 274
Trip computer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 187
Trip meter see Trip odometer
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 187
Resetting (on-board computer) ......188
Trunk
Emergency release ..........................80
Important safety guidelines .............78
Locking separately ...........................80
Opening (automatically from
inside) .............................................. 79
Opening (automatically from
outside) ............................................ 79
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 224
Opening/closing .............................. 78
Turn signals
Display message ............................ 210
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking .......................77
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 76
V
Vanity mirror (in sun visor) .............. 247
Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 23
Data acquisition ............................... 24
Display message ............................ 224
Equipment ....................................... 20
Individual settings ..........................194
Limited Warranty ............................. 24
Loading .......................................... 306
Locking (in an emergency) ...............77
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 69
Lowering ........................................ 283
Maintenance .................................... 21
Parking for a long period ................ 141
Pulling away ................................... 127
Raising ........................................... 281
Reporting problems .........................23
Towing away .................................. 288
Transporting .................................. 290
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........77
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................69
Vehicle data ................................... 332
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data ....................................... 332
see Technical data
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 332
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 77
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 325
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 278
Video (DVD) ........................................ 190
VIN ...................................................... 325
W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 230
Brakes ........................................... 229
Check Engine ................................. 234
Coolant .......................................... 235
Cruise control ................................ 147
Distance warning ........................... 237
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 237
ESP ®
.............................................. 231
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 232
Fuel tank ........................................ 234
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) ..................151
Overview .......................................... 30
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 42
Reserve fuel ................................... 234
Seat belt ........................................ 227
SPORT handling mode ...................232
SRS ................................................ 233
Tire pressure monitor ....................238
Warranty ............................................ 325
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Warning and indicator lampsFunctionPage:÷ ESP®231M
SPORT handling
mode in AMG vehicles
232
;Distance warning237=ESP ®
OFF231?Brakes (USA only)229ABrakes (Canada only)229BTurn signal103CABS230DSRS233ECheck engine234FunctionPageFTire pressure monitor238GSeat belt227HESP ®
on AMG vehicles231ICoolant235JRear fog lamp102KHigh-beam headlamps103LLow-beam headlamps101MFront fog lamps102NReserve fuel23430Instrument clusterAt a glance

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions8
Fuel Level LowThe fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.CThere is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank.XRefuel at the nearest gas station without fail.8
Gas Cap LooseThe fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed:
XClose the fuel filler cap.
If the fuel filler cap is correctly closed:
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Driving systems
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÀ
Attention Assist:
Drowsiness
DetectedBased on specific criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has determined that
the driver is tired or paying less attention. A warning tone also
sounds.XIf necessary, take a break.
During long journeys, take regular breaks in good time so you get
enough rest.
À
Attention Assist
InoperativeATTENTION ASSIST has failed.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.HOLD
OffThe HOLD function is deactivated. The vehicle is skidding.
A warning tone also sounds.XReactivate the HOLD function later ( Y page 159).The HOLD function is deactivated. When the brake pedal is firmly
depressed, an activation condition is not fulfilled.
A warning tone also sounds.XCheck the activation conditions for the HOLD function
( Y page 159).216Display messagesOn-board computer and displays

For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed
in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and
unnecessarily which could also result in injury.
Engine
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions;
The yellow Check
Engine warning lamp
lights up while the
engine is running.There may be a malfunction, for example:
R in the engine management
R in the fuel injection system
R in the exhaust system
R in the ignition system
R in the fuel system
The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may
be running in emergency mode.XHave the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop.
i In some states, you are required by law to immediately visit a
qualified specialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check
Engine warning lamp lights up. If in doubt, check whether such
legal regulations apply in the state/province in which you are
currently driving.
8
The yellow reserve fuel
warning lamp flashes
while the vehicle is in
motion. In addition, the
yellow Check Engine
warning lamp ;
may light up.The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.XObserve the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.XIf the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler
cap.XIf the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist
workshop.8
The yellow reserve fuel
warning lamp lights up
while the engine is
running.The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.234Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays

CapacitiesModelCapacityFuel, coolant,
lubricants, etc.Engine oil and
filterC 2505.8 US qt (5.5 l)Approved engine
oilsC 3506.9 US qt (6.5 l)C 63 AMG 259.0 US qt (8.5 l)Cooling systemC 250Approximately 8.1 US qt
(7.7 l)MB 325.0 or
MB 326.0
antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitorC 350Approximately 8.6 US qt
(8.1 l)C 63 AMGApproximately 12.4 US qt
(11.7 l)Tank capacityAll models17.4 US gal (66.0 l)Premium-grade
unleaded gasoline
(at least 91 octane,
average value
between 96 RON/
86 MON)ReserveAll models except
AMG vehiclesApproximately 2.1 US gal
(8.0 l)C 63 AMGApproximately 3.7 US gal
(14.0 l)Windshield/
headlamp
cleaning
systemAll models3.7 US qt (3.5 l)MB windshield
washer
concentrate 26
( Y page 332)
Mixing ratio for
washer fluid
( Y page 332)Fuel
Important safety notesGWARNING
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.
Direct skin contact with fuels and the
inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your
health.
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline
! To ensure the longevity and full
performance of the engine, only premium-
grade unleaded gasoline may be used.
25 Including external oil cooler.
26 Mixed with water or premixed washer fluid with antifreeze protection.328Service products and capacitiesTechnical data