2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class SEDAN air conditioning

1, 2, 3 ...
115 Vsocket ...................................... 265
12 Vsocket
see Sockets
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic
Tractio nSystem)
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 179A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 217
Function/notes ................................ 64
Important safety notes ....................64
Warning lamp ................................. 244
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification .................131
Active Blin dSpot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 208
Display message ............................ 232
Function/informatio n.................... 190
Active Driving Assistance package .190
Active Lane Keeping Assist Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 208
Display message ............................ 231
Function/informatio n.................... 193
Active light function .........................113
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 69
Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message ............................ 227
Function/notes ............................. 114
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 210
Additives (engine oil) ........................352
Airb ags
Display message ............................ 223
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger )....................................... 44
Important safety notes ....................42
Knee bag .......................................... 44
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 47
Pelvis airb ag................................... 45Safety guidelines
............................. 41
Side impact airb ag.......................... 45
Windo wcurtain air bag .................... 46
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
AIRF LOW ........................................... 132
Airv ents
Glove box ....................................... 137
Important safet ynotes .................. 137
Rea r............................................... 138
Setting ........................................... 137
Setting the center air vents ...........137
Setting the side air vents ...............137
see Climate control
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
AMG menu (on-board computer) .....212
Anti-loc kbraking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 263
Assistance menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 206
ASSYST PLUS Displaying a service message ........282
Hiding a service message ..............282
Notes ............................................. 282
Resetting the service interval
displa y........................................... 282
Service message ............................ 282
Special service requirements ......... 283
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ...................71
Function .......................................... .71
Switching off the alarm ....................71
ATTENTIO NASSIST
Activating/deactivating .................207
Display message ............................ 230
Function/notes ............................. 185
Audio menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 204
Audio system see separate operating instructions
Authorized Centers
see Qualified specialist workshop 4
Index

Parking
............................................... 158
Important safety notes ..................158
Parking brake ................................ 159
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 105
Rea rview camera .......................... 185
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Parking Guidance ........................... 182
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 218
Notes/function .............................. 159
Parking Guidance
Display message ............................ 232
Important safety notes ..................182
Parking lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 119
Switching on/off ........................... 112
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating .................181
Driving system ............................... 179
Function/notes ............................. 179
Important safety notes ..................179
Problem (malfunction) ...................182
Range of the sensors .....................180
Warning displa y............................. 180
PASSENGE RAIR BAG OFF
Problems (malfunction) .................. 223
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp ...................................................... 47
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) .292
Power washers .................................. 288
Power windows see Side windows
PRE-SAFE ®
(anticipatory occupant
protection) Display message ............................ 219
Operation ........................................ .52
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake
Activating/deactivating .................207
Display message ............................ 220
Function/notes ................................ 69
Warning lamp ................................. 253
Program selector button ..................150Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 21
Pulling away
Automatic transmission .................144 Q
Qualifie dspecialis tworkshop ...........25 R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .............177
RACETIMER (on-board computer) ....213
Radar sensor system Activating/deactivating .................211
Display message ............................ 231
Radio
Selecting astation ......................... 204
see separate operating instructions
Reading lamp ..................................... 115
Rear compartment Setting the airflow .........................134
Setting the airv ents...................... 138
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 226
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Rear seats
Display message ............................ 239
Folding the backres tforwards/
back ............................................... 259
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions .....................291
Function/notes ............................. 185
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glar e(manual) ........................ 103
Dipping (automatic) .......................105
Rear window blind ............................263
Rear window defroster Problem (malfunction) ...................136
Switching on/off ........................... 135
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) Important safety notes ..................354
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Important safety notes ..................15614
Index

Important safety notes
..................347
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 354
Washer fluid .................................. .353
Service work
see ASSYST PLUS
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) .........212
On-board computer .......................208
Setting the air distribution ...............133
Setting the airflow ............................134
SETUP (on-board computer) .............213
Side impact air bag .............................45
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 226
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 290
Convenience closing feature ............87
Convenience opening feature ..........86
Important safety information ...........85
Opening/closing .............................. 86
Problem (malfunction) .....................88
Resetting ......................................... 88
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes ....................88
Opening/closing .............................. 89
Problem (malfunction) .....................92
Resetting ......................................... 90
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery .......................77
Changing the programming .............75
Checking the battery .......................77
Convenience closing feature ............87
Convenience opening feature ..........86
Display message ............................ 240
Door central locking/unlocking .......74
Important safety notes ....................74
Loss ................................................. 78
Mechanical key ................................ 76
Positions (ignition lock) .................141
Problem (malfunction) .....................78
Starting the engine ........................143
Snow chains ...................................... 313
Sockets General notes ................................ 265
Rea rcompartmen t......................... 265Spare wheel
Notes/data .................................... 340
Storage location ............................ 343
Specialist workshop ............................ 25
Special seat bel tretractor .................. 61
Speed ,controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 202
In the Instrument cluster .................31
Segments ...................................... 199
Selecting the unit of measurement 209
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 68
Warning lamp ................................. 247
SRS
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 220
Introduction ..................................... 41
Warning lamp ................................. 249
Warning lamp (function) ................... 41
Standing lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 119
Display message ............................ 226
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 143
Steering (display message) ..............240
Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically). ..................102
Adjusting (manually). .....................102
Button overview ............................... 33
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 199
Cleaning ......................................... 292
Important safety notes ..................101
Paddle shifters ............................... 151
Storing settings (memory function) 106
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........151
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 213
Stowage areas ................................... 25616
Index

ECO start/stop function
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If the engine is switched off automatically and
you exi tthe vehicle, the engine is restarted
automatically .The vehicle may begin moving.
There is a risk of accident and injury.
If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off
the ignition and secure the vehicle against
rolling away.
General notes If the
000D symbol is shown in green in the
multifunction display, the ECO start/stop
function switches the engine off
automatically if the vehicle stops moving.
The engine starts automatically when the
driver wants to pull away again. The ECO
start/stop function thereby helps you to
reduce the fuel consumption and emissions
of your vehicle.
Every time you switch on the engine using the
SmartKey or the Start/Stop button, the ECO
start/stop function is activated.
If the ECO start/stop function has been
manually deactivated (Y page 146) or a
malfunction has caused the system to be
deactivated, the 000Dsymbol is not
displayed.
Automatic engine switch-off General notes
The ECO start/stop function is operational
and the
000Dsymbol is displayed in green in
the multifunction display, if:
R the indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit
green.
R the outside temperature is within the
comfort range.
R the engine is at normal operating
temperature. R
the set temperature for the vehicle interior
has been reached.
R the battery is sufficiently charged.
R the system detects that the windshield is
not fogged up when the air-conditioning
system is switched on.
R the hood is closed.
R the driver's door is closed and the driver's
seat belt is fastened.
If not all conditions for automatic engine
switch-off are fulfilled, the 000Dsymbol is
shown in yellow.
i All of the vehicle's systems remain active
when the engine has been stopped
automatically.
i The engine can be switched off
automatically a maximum of four times
(first stop and three subsequent stops) in
succession. The 000Dsymbol is shown in
yellow in the multifunction display after the
engine has been started automatically for
the fourth time. When the 000Dsymbol is
shown in green in the multifunction display,
automatic engine switch-off is again
possible.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
If the vehicle is braked to a standstill in Dor
N, the ECO start/stop function switches off
the engine automatically.
i The HOLD function can be activated if the
engine has been switched off
automatically. It is then not necessary to
continue applying the brakes during the
automatic stop phase. When you depress
the accelerator pedal, the engine starts
automatically and the braking effect of the
HOLD function is deactivated. Driving
145Driving and parking Z

Automatic engine start
General notes
The engine starts automatically if:
R
you switch off the ECO start/stop function
by pressing the ECO button.
R you engage reverse gear R.
R the vehicle starts to roll.
R the brake system requires this.
R the temperature in the vehicle interior
deviates from the set range.
R the system detects moisture on the
windshield when the air-conditioning
system is switched on.
R the condition of charge of the battery is too
low.
R the driver's seat belt is removed or the
driver's door is opened.
Vehicles wit hautomatic transmission
The engine is started automatically if you:
R release the brake pedal whe nHOLD is not
activated and the transmission is in
position Dor N.
R depress the accelerator pedal.
R move the transmission out of position P.
i Shifting the transmission to position P
does not start the engine.
i If you shift the transmission from Rto D,
the ECO start/stop function is available
againo nce the 000Dsymbol reappears in
green in the multifunctio ndisplay. Deactivating/activating the ECO start/
stop function ECO button
X
To switch off: press button0002.
Indicator lamp 0003on button 0002and the
000D symbol in the multifunction display go
out.
X To switch on: press button0002.
Indicator lamp 0003lights up.
If all conditions for automatic engine
switch-off (Y page 145) are fulfilled, the
000D symbol is shown in green in the
multifunction display.
If not all conditions for automatic engine
switch-off (Y page 145) are fulfilled, the
000D symbol is shown in yellow in the
multifunction display. If this is the case, the
ECO start/stop function is not available.
i If indicator lamp 0003is off, the ECO start/
stop function has been deactivated
manually or as the result of a malfunction.
The engine will the nnot be switched off
automatically when the vehicle stops. 146
DrivingDriving and parking

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The GAWR is the maximu mgross axle weight
rating. The actual load on an axle must never
exceed the gross axle weight rating. The
gross axle weight rating can be found on the
vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar on
the driver's side. Speed rating
The speed rating is part of the tire
identification. It specifies the speed range for
which the tire is approved. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
The gross vehicle weight includes the weight
of the vehicle including fuel, tools, the spare
wheel, accessories installed, occupants,
luggage and the drawbar noseweight, if
applicable.T he gross vehicle weight must not
exceed the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR
as specified on the vehicle identification plate
on the B-pillar on the driver's side. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
The GVWR is the maximum permissible gross
weight of a fully loaded vehicle (the weight of
the vehicle including all accessories,
occupants, fuel, luggage and the drawbar
noseweight, if applicable). The gross vehicle
weight rating is specified on the vehicle
identification plate on the B-pillar on the
driver's side. Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The maximum weight is the sum of the curb
weight of the vehicle, the weight of the
accessories, the total load limit and the
weight of the optional equipment installed at
the factory. Kilopascal (kPa)
Metric unit for tire pressure. 6.9 kPa
corresponds to 1 psi. Another unit for tire
pressure is bar. 100 kilopascals (kPa) are the
equivalent of 1bar. Load index
In addition to the load-bearing index, the load
index may also be imprinted on the sidewall
of the tire. This specifie sthe load-bearing
capacity more precisely. Curb weight
The weight of a vehicle with standard
equipment including the maximum capacity
of fuel, oil and coolant. It also includes the air-
conditioning system and optional equipment
if these are installed in the vehicle, but does
not include passengers or luggage. Maximum load rating
The maximum load rating in kilograms or
pounds is the maximum weight for which a
tire is approved. Maximum permissible tire pressure
Maximum permissible tire pressure for one
tire. Maximum load on one tire
Maximum load on one tire. This is calculated
by dividing the maximum axle load of one axle
by two. PSI (pounds per square inch)
As tandard uni tofmeasure for tire pressure. 332
Definition of terms for tires and loadingWheels and tires