2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class COUPE fuel

Doors
Automati clocking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 203
Automatic locking (switch) .............. .78
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ...................................... .72
Control panel ................................... 37
Display message ............................ 231
Emergency locking ........................... 79
Emergency unlocking .......................79
Important safety notes ....................77
Opening (from inside) ......................77
Drinking and driving .........................152
Drinks holder see Cuph older
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 143
Display ........................................... 141
Manual .......................................... .145
SETUP (on-board computer) ..........205
Drive program selector .....................143
Driver's door see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service .................273
Symmetrical low bea m.................. 106
Driving lamps
see Daytime running lamps
Driving on flooded roads ..................156
Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .......62
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 68
BAS (Brake Assist System) ..............63
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .............................................. .63
Electroni cbrake force distribution ...67
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .................................... 64, 65
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 64
Important safety information ...........62
Overview .......................................... 62
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake ............................ .68
Driving systems
Active Blind Spot Assis t................. 182
Active Driving Assistance package 182
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............185 ATTENTION ASSIST
........................177
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 178
Cruise control ................................ 157
Display message ............................ 222
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 159
Dynami chandling package with
sports mod e.................................. 167
HOLD function ............................... 168
Lane Keeping Assist ......................180
Lane Tracking package ..................178
Parking Guidance ........................... 174
PARKTRONI C................................. 171
RAC ESTART (AMG vehicles) ..........169
Rea rview camera .......................... 177
Driving tips
Automatic transmission .................142
Brakes ........................................... 154
Break-in period .............................. 132
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 166
Downhill gradient ........................... 154
Drinking and driving .......................152
Driving abroad ............................... 106
Driving in winter ............................ .157
Driving on flooded road s................ 156
Driving on wet road s...................... 156
Exhaust check ............................... 153
Fuel ................................................ 152
General .......................................... 152
Hydroplaning ................................. 156
Icy road surfaces ........................... 157
Limited braking efficiency on
salted road s................................... 155
Snow chains .................................. 303
Symmetrical low bea m.................. 106
Wet road surface ........................... 155
Drowsiness detection assistance
system
see ATTENTION ASSIST
DVD audio (on-board computer) ......196
DVD video (on-board computer) ......197
Dynamic handling package with
sports mode ....................................... 1678
Index

Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 99
Dipping (automatic) .......................101
Folding in/ou t(automatically) .......100
Folding in/ou t(electrically) ...........100
Folding in whe nlocking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 204
Out of position (troubleshooting) ...101
Setting ........................................... 100
Storing settings (memory function) 102
Storing the parking position ..........101 F
Fille rcap
see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 286
Flat tire MOExtended run-fla tsystem ......... 287
Preparing the vehicle .....................287
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 269
Fog lamps Switching on/off ........................... 107
Front fog lamps
Display message ............................ 217
Switching on/off ........................... 107
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 339
Consumption statistics ..................193
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 194
Displaying the range ......................194
Driving tips .................................... 152
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 339
Important safety notes ..................338
Notes for AMG vehicles .................339
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline .339
Problem (malfunction) ...................150
Refueling ........................................ 147
Tank content/reserve fuel .............338
Fuel filler flap
Opening/closing ............................ 148
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 194Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 338
Problem (malfunction) ...................150
see Fuel tank
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 286
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 296
Before changing ............................. 296
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 297
Fuse box in the trunk .....................297
Important safety notes ..................296
see Fuses G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................268
Important safety notes ..................265
Opening/closing the garage door ..267
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 265
Gear indicator (on-board computer) 204
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 282
Genuine parts ...................................... 21
Glove box ........................................... 249 H
Handbrake see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ......................109
Headlamps Adding fluid to cleaning system .....277
Cleaning system (function) ............109
Cleaning system (notes) ................342
Fogging up ..................................... 111
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 95
Adjusting (electrically). ....................95
see NECK-PR Ohead restraints
Heating
see Climate control 10
Index

Parking Guidance
Display message ............................ 224
Important safety notes ..................174
Parking lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 114
Switching on/off ........................... 108
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating .................173
Driving system ............................... 171
Function/notes ............................. 171
Important safety notes ..................171
Problem (malfunction) ...................174
Range of the sensors .....................172
Warning displa y............................. 172
PASSENGE RAIR BAG OFF
Problems (malfunction) .................. 215
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp ...................................................... 46
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) .282
Power washers .................................. 278
Power windows see Side windows
PRE-SAFE ®
(anticipatory occupant
protection) Display message ............................ 211
Operation ........................................ .52
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake
Activating/deactivating .................199
Display message ............................ 212
Function/notes ................................ 68
Warning lamp ................................. 245
Program selector button ..................142
Protection of the environment General notes .................................. 21
Pulling away
Automatic transmission .................136 Q
Qualifie dspecialis tworkshop ...........25 R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .............169
RACETIMER (on-board computer) ....205
Radar sensor system Activating/deactivating .................203
Display message ............................ 223Radio
Selecting astation ......................... 196
see separate operating instructions
Reading lamp ..................................... 111
Rear compartment Setting the airv ents...................... 130
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 218
Switching on/off ........................... 108
Rear seat (folding the backrest
forwards/back) ................................. 250
Rear view camera Cleaning instructions .....................281
Function/notes ............................. 177
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glar e(manual) .......................... 99
Dipping (automatic) .......................101
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ...................129
Switching on/off ........................... 128
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system)
Important safety notes ..................343
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Important safety notes ..................147
Notes for AMG vehicles .................339
Refueling proces s.......................... 148
see Fuel
Releasing the parking lock
manually (automatic transmission) 147
Remote control Garage door opener .......................265
Programming (garage door opener) 265
Reporting safety defects ....................26
Reserve (fuel tank) see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 222
Warning lamp ................................. 242
see Fuel
Restraint system
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic transmission) 140 14
Index

Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof ................87
Roller sunblind ................................. 88
Side windows ................................... 83
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) ....23
Roller blind see Roller sunblind
Roller sunblind
Opening/closing .............................. 88
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 87
Roof carrier ........................................ 252
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 283
Roof load (maximum) ........................344
Route (navigation) see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............195 S
Safety Childre ninthe vehicle ..................... 58
Child restraint systems ....................58
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 46
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 40
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger sea tbelt ......................... 56
Belt force limiters ............................ 57
Cleaning ......................................... 283
Correct usage .................................. 54
Emergency Tensioning Devices ....... .57
Fastening ......................................... 55
Important safety guidelines .............53
Releasing ......................................... 56
Safety guidelines ............................. 41
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ......................204
Warning lamp ................................. 234
Warning lamp (function) ................... 56
see Seat belts Seats
Adjusting (electrically). ....................95
Adjusting (manually and
electrically). ..................................... 94
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support ............................................ 96
Adjusting the head restraint ............95
Cleaning the cover .........................282
Correct driver's seat position ........... 92
Folding the backrests forward/
back ................................................ .95
Important safety notes ....................93
Seat backres tdisplay message .....231
Seat backres tdisplay message
(12-button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 231
Seat heating problem ......................96
Seat ventilation problem ..................97
Storing settings (memory function) 102
Switching sea theating on/off .........96
Switching sea tventilation on/off ....97
Sensors (cleaning instructions) .......281
Service menu (on-board computer) .200
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 341
Coolant (engine) ............................ 341
Engine oil ....................................... 340
Fuel ................................................ 337
Important safety notes ..................337
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 343
Washer fluid .................................. .342
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) .........204
On-board computer .......................200
Setting the air distribution ...............126
Setting the airflow ............................126
SETUP (on-board computer) .............205
Side impact air bag .............................45
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 218
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 280
Convenience closing feature ............85
Convenience opening feature ..........84
Important safety information ...........83
Opening/closing .............................. 84 Index
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Problem (malfunction)
.....................86
Resetting ......................................... 86
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery .......................75
Changing the programming .............73
Checking the battery .......................75
Convenience closing feature ............85
Convenience opening feature ..........84
Display message ............................ 232
Door central locking/unlocking .......72
Important safety notes ....................72
Loss ................................................. 76
Mechanical key ................................ 74
Positions (ignition lock) .................133
Problem (malfunction) .....................76
Starting the engine ........................135
Snow chains ...................................... 303
Sockets General notes ................................ 255
Rea rcompartmen t......................... 255
Spare wheel
Storage location ............................ 332
Specialist workshop ............................ 25
Special seat bel tretractor .................. 60
Speed ,controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 194
In the Instrument cluster .................31
Segments ...................................... 191
Selecting the unit of measurement 201
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 66
Warning lamp ................................. 239
SRS
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 212
Introduction ..................................... 41
Warning lamp ................................. 241
Warning lamp (function) ................... 41 Standing lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 114
Display message ............................ 218
Switching on/off ........................... 108
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 135
Steering (display message) ..............232
Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically). ....................98
Adjusting (manually )........................ 97
Button overview ............................... 33
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 191
Cleaning ......................................... 282
Important safety notes ....................97
Paddle shifters ............................... 143
Storing settings (memory function) 102
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........143
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 205
Stowage areas ................................... 248
Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 249
Cuph olders ................................... 253
Glove box ...................................... .249
Important safety information .........248
Stowage net ................................... 249
Stowage net ....................................... 249
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 251
Summer opening see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 302
Sun visor ............................................ 253
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 202
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 129
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............70 T
Tachometer ........................................ 191
Tail lamps Display message ............................ 217
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 3116
Index

V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 254
Vehicle Data acquisition ............................... 26
Display message ............................ 230
Emergency locking ........................... 79
Emergency unlocking .......................79
Equipment ....................................... 22
Individua lsettings .......................... 200
Limited Warranty ............................. 26
Loading .......................................... 311
Locking (in an emergency) ...............79
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 72
Lowering ........................................ 328
Maintenance .................................... 23
Parking for a long period ................ 152
Pulling away ................................... 136
Raising ........................................... 325
Reporting problems .........................26
Securing from rolling away ............325
Towing away .................................. 294
Transporting .................................. 296
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........79
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................72
Vehicle data ................................... 344
Vehicle data ....................................... 344
Vehicle dimensions ...........................344
Vehicle emergency locking ................79
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ..............336
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 286
Video (DVD) ........................................ 197
VIN ...................................................... 336W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 236
Brakes ........................................... 236
Check Engine ................................. 242
Coolant .......................................... 243
Distance warning ........................... 245
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 245
ESP ®
.............................................. 238
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 239
Fuel tank ........................................ 242 Overview
.......................................... 32
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 46
Reserve fuel ................................... 242
Seat bel t........................................ 234
SPORT handling mode ...................239
SRS ................................................ 241
Tire pressure monitor ....................246
Warranty ............................................ 336
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 232
Wheel bol ttightening torque ...........328
Wheel chock ...................................... 325
Wheels Changing awheel .......................... 324
Checking ........................................ 301
Cleaning ......................................... 279
Cleaning (warning) .........................324
Emergency spare wheel .................331
Important safety notes ..................300
Interchanging/changing ................324
Mounting anew wheel ................... 327
Mounting awheel .......................... 324
Removing awheel .......................... 327
Storing ........................................... 324
Tightening torque ........................... 328
Whee lsize/tir esize ....................... 328
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 213
Operation ........................................ .46
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 127
see Windshield
Windshiel dwasher fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system ..............277
Notes ............................................. 342
Windshiel dwipers
Problem (malfunction) ...................119
Replacing the wiper blades ............117
Switching on/off ........................... 116
Winte rdriving
Important safety note s.................. 302
Slippery road surfaces ...................157
Snow chains .................................. 303 Index
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Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to 0001of its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption. Environmental concerns and
recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to
regenerate or re-use them. Observe the
relevant environmental rules and regulations
when disposing of materials. In this way you
will help to protect the environment. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
H
Environmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning
Devices, as well as control units and
sensors for these restraint systems, may be
installed in the following areas of your
vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R cockpit
R instrument cluster
R center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint
systems. Introduction
21 Z

If you have purchased a used car, please send
us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in
the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. Vehicle operation outside the USA
and Canada
If you plant o operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
R service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
R unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic
converter.
R the fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe through our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to
one of the following addresses.
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 safety
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/
maintenance work as well as any required
repairs carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop. G
WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect .You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving. G
WARNING
Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring can impair their
function and/or the function of other
networked components. In particular,
systems relevant to safety could also be
affected. As a result, these may no longer
function as intended and/or jeopardize the
operating safety of the vehicle. There is an
increased risk of an accident and injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software. You
should have all work to electrical and
electronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
R the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
curb or an unpaved road
R you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb or a hole in the road
R a heavy object strikes the undercarriage or
parts of the chassis. 24
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