2014 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class SEDAN Tire pressure

Stowage net ................................... 264
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger sea
t.............................. 264
Stowage net ....................................... 264
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 266
Summer opening see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 316
Sun visor ............................................ 268
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 216
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 141
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............73 T
Tachometer ........................................ 205
Tail lamps Display message ............................ 231
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 351
Emergency spare wheel .................347
Information .................................... 350
Tires/wheels ................................. 342
Vehicle data ................................... 358
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 277
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 277
Downloading route s....................... 280
Emergency call .............................. 274
Geo fencing ................................... 281
Locating astolen vehicl e............... 279
MB info call button ........................276
Remote vehicle locking ..................278
Roadside Assistance button ..........276
Search &Send ............................... 278
Self-test ......................................... 274
Speed alert .................................... 280
System .......................................... 274
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 281
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosi s....................................... 279
Vehicle remote unlocking ..............278Tele Aid
General notes ................................ 273
Telephone
Accepting acall............................. 212
Display message ............................ 246
Menu (on-board computer) ............211
Number from the phone book ....... .212
Redialing ........................................ 212
Rejecting/ending acall................. 212
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 204
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 219
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 219
Outside temperature ..................... .205
Setting (climate control) ................138
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) .........73
Immobilize r...................................... 72
Through-loading feature ...................264
Time see separate operating instructions
Timing (RACETIMER) .........................220
Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) .....322
Checking manually ........................321
Display message ............................ 242
Important safety notes ..................322
Maximum ....................................... 320
Notes ............................................. 319
Pressure loss warning ....................321
Recommended ............................... 318
Tire pressure loss warning
system
General notes ................................ 321
Important safety notes ..................321
Restarting ...................................... 322
Tire pressure monitoring system
Checking the tire pressure
electronically ................................. 324
Function/notes ............................. 322
General notes ................................ 322
Important safety notes ..................323
Restarting ...................................... 325
Warning lamp ................................. 260
Warning message .......................... 325
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) .................337 Index
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Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition)
....................335
Bar (definition) ............................... 335
Changing awheel .......................... 338
Characteristics .............................. 335
Checking ........................................ 315
Definition of terms .........................335
Direction of rotatio n...................... 338
Display message ............................ 242
Distributio nofthe vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................337
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) .............................................. .334
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............335
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 336
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 336
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) .........................336
Important safety notes ..................314
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ......335
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ...........336
Labeling (overview )........................ 331
Load bearing index (definition) ......337
Load index ..................................... 334
Load index (definition) ...................336
M+S tires ....................................... 316
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 336
Maximum load on a tire (definition) 336
Maximum permissible tire
pressure (definition) ....................... 336
Maximum tire loa d......................... 329
Maximum tire load (definition) .......336
MOExtended tires ..........................301
Optional equipment weight
(definition) ..................................... 337
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) ..................................... 336
Replacing ....................................... 338
Service life ..................................... 316
Sidewall (definition) .......................337
Speed rating (definition) ................336
Storing ........................................... 338Structure and characteristics
(definition)
..................................... 335
Summer tires ................................. 316
Temperature .................................. 331
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 337
Tire bea d(definition) ...................... 337
Tire pressure (definition) ................337
Tire pressures (recommended )...... 335
Tire size (data) ............................... 342
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 332
Tire tread ....................................... 315
Tire tread (definition) .....................337
Total load limit (definition) .............337
Traction ......................................... 330
Traction (definition) .......................337
Trea dwear ..................................... 330
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standard s...................................... 330
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standard s(definition) .................... 335
Unladen weight (definition) ............336
Wea rindicato r(definition) .............337
Whee lrim (definition ).................... 335
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 63
Towing Important safety guidelines ...........308
Installing the towing eye ................309
Removing the towing eye. ..............309
With the rear axle raised ................309
Towing away
With both axles on the ground .......309
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............310
Important safety notes ..................308
Transfer case ..................................... 161
Transmission see Automatic transmission
Transporting the vehicle ..................310
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) .296
Trip computer (on-board computer) 207
Trip odometer Calling up ....................................... 207
Resetting (on-board computer) ......208 18
Index

Trunk
Emergency release ....................86, 87
Important safety notes ....................84
Locking separatel y........................... 86
Opening (automatically from
inside) .............................................. 86
Opening (automatically from
outside) ............................................ 85
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 245
Opening/closing .............................. 84
Opening dimensions ......................358
Trunk load (maximum) ......................358
Turn signals Display message ............................ 230
Switching on/off ........................... 116
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking .......................83
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 82 V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........268
Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 26
Data acquisition ............................... 27
Display message ............................ 244
Emergency locking ........................... 83
Emergency unlocking .......................83
Equipment ....................................... 22
Individua lsettings .......................... 215
Limited Warranty ............................. 26
Loading .......................................... 326
Locking (in an emergency) ...............83
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 76
Lowering ........................................ 342
Maintenance .................................... 23
Parking for a long period ................ 166
Pulling away ................................... 150
Raising ........................................... 339
Reporting problems .........................26
Securing from rolling away ............339 Towing away
.................................. 308
Transporting .................................. 310
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........83
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................76
Vehicle data ................................... 358
Vehicle data ....................................... 358
Vehicle dimensions ...........................358
Vehicle emergency locking ................83
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ..............350
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 300
Video (DVD) ........................................ 211
VIN ...................................................... 350 W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 250
Brakes ........................................... 250
Check Engine ................................. 256
Coolant .......................................... 257
Distance warning ........................... 259
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 259
ESP ®
.............................................. 252
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 253
Fuel tank ........................................ 256
Overview .......................................... 32
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................47
Reserve fuel ................................... 256
Seat bel t........................................ 248
SPORT handling mode ...................253
SRS ................................................ 255
Tire pressure monitor ....................260
Warranty ............................................ 350
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 246
Wheel bol ttightening torque ...........342
Wheel chock ...................................... 339
Wheels Changing awheel .......................... 338
Checking ........................................ 315
Cleaning ......................................... 293
Cleaning (warning) .........................338
Emergency spare wheel .................346
Important safety notes ..................314
Interchanging/changing ................338
Mounting anew wheel ................... 341 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
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Warning and indicator lamps
Function Page
0002
000D
ESP® 252
0003
SPORT handling
mode in AMG vehicles 253
0003
000A
Distance warning 259
0022
0015
ESP®
OFF 252
0021
000B
Brakes (USA only) 250
001F
0005
Brakes (Canada only) 250
0020
00070006
Turn signals 116
0012
0018
ABS 250
0013
001E
SRS 255
0014
000E
Check Engine 256
0015
0014
Tire pressure monitor 260 Function Page
0016
0012
Seat belt 248
0018
000D
ESP®
in AMG vehicles 253
0019
000C
Coolant 257
001A
000A
High-beam
headlamps 117
001B
000B
Low-beam
headlamps 115
001D
0014
Parking lamps 116
001E
000E
Rearfog lamp 116
0023
000C
Front fog lamps 115
0024
0010
Reserve fuel 25632
Instrument clusterAt a glance

operation is possible using the switches in
the rear compartment. Driving safety systems
Overview of driving safety systems
In this section, you will find information about
the following driving safety systems:
R ABS (Anti-lock BrakingSystem)
R BAS (Brake AssistSystem)
R BAS PLUS ( BrakeAssist System Plus)
R ESP ®
(Electronic StabilityProgram)
R EBD ( Electronic Brake force Distribution)
R ADAPTIVE BRAKE
R PRE-SAFE ®
Brake Important safety notes
If you fail to adapt your driving style or
become distracted, the driving safety
systems can neither reduce the risk of
accident nor override the laws of physics.
Driving safety systems are merely aids
designed to assist driving. You are
responsible for the distance to the vehicle in
front, for vehicle speed and for braking in
good time. Always adapt your driving style to
suit the prevailing road, weather and traffic
conditions and maintain asafe distance from
the vehicle in front. Drive carefully.
i The driving safety systems described only
work as effectively as possible when there
is adequate contact between the tires and
the road surface. Please pay special
attention to the note son tires,
recommended minimu mtire tread depths,
etc. (Y page 314).
In wintry driving conditions, always use
winter tires (M+S tires) and if necessary,
snow chains. Only in this way will the
driving safety systems described in this
section work as effectively as possible. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
General information AB
Sr egulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicle when braking.
The yellow 0018ABS warning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up when the ignition
is switched on. It goes out when the engine is
running.
Important safety notes i
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section (Y page 65). G
WARNING
If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when
braking. The steerability and braking
characteristics may be severely impaired.
Additionally, further driving safety systems
are deactivated. There is an increased danger
of skidding and accidents.
Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked
immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
When ABSi s malfunctioning, other systems,
including driving safety systems, will also
become inoperative. Observe the information
on the ABS warning lamp (Y page 250) and
display messages which may be shown in the
instrument cluster (Y page 223).
ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph
(8 km/h), regardless of road-surface
conditions. ABS works on slippery surfaces,
even if you only brake gently.
Braking X
If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal vigorously until the braking
situation is over.
X To make a full brake application:
depress the brake pedal with full force. Driving safety systems
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Recognition by the radar sensor system is
also impaired in the event of:
R dir tont he sensors or anything else
covering the sensors
R interference by other radar sources
R there are strong radar reflections, for
example in parking garages
R a narrow vehicle traveling in front, e.g. a
motorbike
R a vehicle traveling in front on a different line
relative to the center of your vehicle
Following damage to the front end of the
vehicle, have the configuration and operation
of the radar sensors checked at a qualified
specialist workshop. This also applies to
collisions at low speeds where there is no
visible damage to the front of the vehicle.
Function To avoid a collision, BAS PLUS calculates the
brake force necessary if:
R you approach an obstacle, and
R BAS PLUS has detected arisk of collision
When driving at a speed under 20 mph
(30 km/h):ify ou depress the brake pedal,
BAS PLUS is activated. The increase in brake
pressure will be carried out at the last
possible moment.
When driving at a speed above 20 mph
(30 km/h) :ifyou depress the brake pedal
sharply, BAS PLUS automatically raises the
brake pressure to a value adapted to the
traffic situation.
BAS PLUS provides braking assistance in
hazardous situations with vehicles in front
within a speed range between 4mph
(7 km/h) and 155 mph (250 km/ h).
At speeds of up to approximately 40 mph
(70 km/h), BAS PLUS can also react to
stationary objects. Examples of stationary
objects are stopped or parked vehicles.
i If BAS PLUS demands particularly high
braking force, preventative passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE
®
) are
activated simultaneously.
X Keep the brake pedal depressed until the
emergency braking situatio nis over.
ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
BAS PLUS is deactivated and the brakes
function as usual again, if:
R you release the brake pedal
R there is no longer a risk of collision
R no obstacle is detected in front of your
vehicle ESP
®
(Electronic Stability Program)
General notes i
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section (Y page 65).
ESP ®
monitors driving stability and traction,
i.e. power transmission between the tires and
the road surface.
If ESP ®
detects that the vehicle is deviating
from the direction desired by the driver, one
or more wheels are braked to stabilize the
vehicle. The engine output is also modified to
keep the vehicle on the desired course within
physical limits. ESP ®
assists the driver when
pulling away on wet or slippery roads. ESP ®
can also stabilize the vehicle during braking.
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) i
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section (Y page 65).
ETS/4ETS traction control is part of ESP ®
.
Traction control brakes the drive wheels
individually if they spin. This enables you to
pull away and accelerate on slippery surfaces,
for example if the road surface is slippery on
one side. In addition, more drive torque is
transferred to the wheel or wheels with
traction.
Traction control remains active, even if you
deactivate ESP ®
. Driving safety systems
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otherwise automatically intervene. The
brake system could otherwise be damaged.
! Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed
with either the front or the rear axle raised,
as doing so will damage the transmission. Refueling
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. G
WARNING
Electrostatic buildup can create sparks and
ignite fuel vapors. There is a risk of fire and
explosion. Always touch the vehicle body before opening
the fuel filler flap or touching the fuel pump
nozzle. Any existing electrostatic buildup is
thereby discharged.
! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
! Take care not to spill any fuel on painted
surfaces. You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
! Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can.
Otherwise, the fuel lines and/or injection
system could be blocked by particles from
the fuel can.
Do not get into the vehicle again during the
refueling process. Otherwise, electrostatic
charge could build up again.
If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel could spray
out when the fuel pump nozzle is removed.
For further information on fuel and fuel quality
(Y page 351). Refueling
Opening/closing the fuel filler flap 0002
To open the fuel filler flap
0003 To insert the fuel filler cap
0022 Tire pressure table
0021 Fuel type to be used
The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked
automatically when you open or close the
vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-
GO. 162
RefuelingDriving and parking