2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class COUPE ESP

X
Make sure the foot of the jack is directly
beneath the jacking point.
X Turn crank 0021clockwise until jack 0022sits
completely on jacking point 0003and the
base of the jack lies evenly on the ground.
X Turn crank 0021until the tire is raised a
maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Removing
awheel
! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a
dirty surface. The bol tand wheel hub
threads could otherwise be damaged when
you screw them in.
X Unscrew the wheel bolts.
X Remove the wheel. Mounting
anew wheel G
WARNING
Oiled or greased wheel bolts or damaged
wheel bolts/hub threads can cause the wheel
bolts to come loose .As a result, you could
lose a wheel while driving. There is a risk of
accident.
Never oil or grease wheel bolts. In the event
of damage to the threads, contact a qualified
specialist workshop immediately.H ave the
damaged wheel bolts or hub threads
replaced/renewed. Do no tcontinue driving. G
WARNING
If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts
when the vehicle is raised, the jack could tip
over. There is a risk of injury.
Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts
when the vehicle is on the ground.
Always pay attention to the instructions and
safety notes in the "Changing a wheel"
section (Y page 324).
Only use wheel bolts that have been designed
for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety
reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that
you only use wheel bolts which have been
approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the
respective wheel.
Be sure to use the original-length wheel bolts
when re-mounting the original wheel after it
has been repaired.
! To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold
the wheel securely against the wheel hub
while screwing in the first wheel bolt. X
Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact
surfaces.
X Place the new wheel on the wheel hub and
push it on.
X Tighten the wheel bolts until they are
finger-tight. Mounting
awheel
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Lowering the vehicle
G
WARNING
The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts
and bolts are not tightene dto the specified
tightening torque. There is a risk of accident.
Have the tightening torque immediately
checked at a qualified specialist workshop
after a wheel is changed. X
Turn the crank of the jack counter-
clockwise until the vehicle is once again
standing firmly on the ground.
X Place the jack to one side.
X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a
crosswise pattern in the sequence
indicated ( 0002to001F). The tightening torque
must be 96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
X Turn the jack back to its initial position and
store it together with the rest of the tire-
change tool kit in the stowage well under
the trunk floor.
X Transport the faulty wheel in the trunk.
or
X Depending on the size of the wheel, you
may also be able to secure the defective
wheel in the spare wheel well. In this case,
you will have to remove the stowage tray
from the spare wheel well and stow it
securely in the trunk.
X Check the tire pressure of the newly
mounted wheel and adjust it if necessary.
Observe the recommended tire pressure
(Y page 303). i
All wheels mounted must be equipped
with functioning sensors. Wheel and tire combinations
General notes
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use tires and
wheels which have been approved by
Mercedes-Benz specifically for your
vehicle.
These tires have been specially adapted for
use with the control systems, such as ABS
or ESP ®
, and are marked as follows:
R MO =Mercedes-BenzO riginal
R MOE =Mercedes-BenzO riginal Extended
(tires featuring run-flat characteristics)
R MO1 =Mercedes-BenzO riginal (only
certain AMG tires)
Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires
may only be used on wheels that have been
specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Only use tires, wheels or accessories
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Certain characteristics, e.g. handling,
vehicle noise emissions or fuel
consumption, may otherwise be adversely
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, tire dimension variations could cause
the tires to come into contact with the
bodywork and axle components. This could
resul tind amage to the tires or the vehicle.
Mercedes-Ben zaccepts no liability for
damage resulting from the use of tires,
wheels or accessories othe rthan those
tested and approved.
Information on tires, wheels and approved
combinations can be obtained from any
qualified specialist workshop.
! Retreaded tires are neither tested nor
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since
previous damage cannot always be
detected on retreaded tires. As a result,
Mercedes-Ben zcannot guarantee vehicle 328
Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires

All-weather tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3
FA
RA 225/45 R17 91 H M+S
245/40 R17 91 H M+S
10 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 2.28 in (58 mm) 001C
— —
FA
RA 225/40 R18 92 H XL M+S
255/35 R18 94 H XL M+S
10, 11 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.97 in (50 mm)
8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm) 001C 001C
—
Winter tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3
BA 205/55 R16 91 H M+S0002 7.0 J x 16 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm) 001C
— —
BA 225/45 R17 91 H M+S0002 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm) 001C 001C
—
BA 225/40 R18 92 V XL M+S0002 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm) — — 001C
BA
235/40 R18 95 V XL M+S0002
10 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm) — — 001C
FA
RA 235/40 R18 95 V XL M+S0002
255/35 R18 94 V XL M+S0002
10 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
9.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm) — — 001C
Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The wheel or tire size as well as the tire type
of the spare wheel or emergency spare wheel
and the wheel to be replace dmay differ.
Mounting an emergency spar ewheel may
severely impair the driving characteristics.
There is a risk of an accident. To avoid hazardous situations:
R
adapt your driving style accordingly and
drive carefully.
R never mount more than one spare wheel or
emergency spare wheel that differs in size.
R only use a spare wheel or emergency spare
wheel of a different size briefly.
R do not switch ESP ®
off.
R have a spare wheel or emergency spare
wheel of a different size replaced at the
nearest qualified specialist workshop.
10 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the section on snow chains.
11 Additional measures necessary (hub caps on rear axle, code 776). Emergency spare wheel
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Example: vehicle identification plate (US
Aonly) Example
:vehicle identification plate (Canada only)
0003 VIN
0022 Paint code
i The data shown on the identification plate
is example data. This data is differen tfor
every vehicle and can deviate from the data
shown here. You can find the data
applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle
identification plate. VIN X
Slide the right-hand front seat to its
rearmost position.
X Fold floor covering 0002upwards.
You will see VIN 0003.
The VIN can also be found in the following
locations:
R on the lower edge of the windshield
(Y page 337)
R on the vehicle identification plate
(Y page 336) Engine number
0002
Emission control information plate,
including the certification of both federal
and Californian emissions standards
0003 Engine number (stamped into the
crankcase)
0022 VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) Service products and filling
capacities
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Service products may be poisonous and
hazardous to health. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with instructions on the use, storage
and disposal of service products on the labels
of the respective original containers. Always
store service products sealed in their original
containers. Always keep service products out
of the reach of children. Service products and filling capacities
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Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Service products include the following:
R Fuels
R Lubricants (e.g .engine oil, transmission oil)
R Coolant
R Brake fluid
R Windshield washe rfluid
R Climate control system refrigerant
Comply with all valid regulations with respect
to handling, storing, and disposing of service
fluids.
Components and service products must be
matched .You should therefor eonly use
products tha thave been tested and approved
by Mercedes-Benz.
Information about tested and approved
products can be obtained from an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m.
You can recognize service products approved
by Mercedes-Ben zby the following
inscription on the containers:
R MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
R MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51)
Other designations or recommendations
indicate a level of quality or a specification in
accordance with an MB Sheet number (e.g.
MB 229.5). The yhave no tnecessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Fuel
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and
explosion.
You must avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before
refueling.
G
WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come
into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel away from children.
If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
R Wash away fuel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
R If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance
without delay.
R If fuel is swallowed, seek medical
assistance without delay. Do not induce
vomiting.
R Immediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel.
Tank capacity Model Total
capacity All models
17.4 US gal
(66.0 l) Model Of which
reserve All models (except
C 63 AMG)
approx.
2.1 US gal (8.0 l) C 63 AMG
approx.
3.7 US gal (14.0 l) 338
Service products and filling capacitiesTechnical data