2014 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class SEDAN service interval reset

1, 2, 3 ...
115 Vsocket ...................................... 271
12 Vsocket
see Sockets
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 185A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 223
Function/notes ................................ 65
Important safety notes ....................65
Warning lamp ................................. 250
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification .................135
Active Blin dSpot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 214
Display message ............................ 238
Function/informatio n.................... 196
Active Driving Assistance package .196
Active Lane Keeping Assist Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 214
Display message ............................ 237
Function/informatio n.................... 199
Active light function .........................117
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 71
Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message ............................ 233
Function/notes ............................. 118
Switching on/off ...................118, 119
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 216
Additives (engine oil) ........................355
Airb ags
Display message ............................ 229
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger )....................................... 44
Important safety notes ....................42
Knee bag .......................................... 44
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 47
Pelvis airb ag................................... 46
Safety guidelines ............................. 41Side impact airb
ag.......................... 45
Windo wcurtain air bag .................... 46
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
AIRF LOW ........................................... 137
Airv ents
Glove box ....................................... 143
Important safet ynotes .................. 142
Rea r............................................... 143
Setting ........................................... 142
Setting the center air vents ...........142
Setting the side air vents ...............142
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
AMG menu (on-board computer) .....219
Anti-loc kbraking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 269
Assistance display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 213
Assistance menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 213
ASSYST PLUS Displaying a service message ........286
Hiding a service message ..............286
Notes ............................................. 286
Resetting the service interval
displa y........................................... 286
Service message ............................ 286
Special service requirements ......... 287
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ...................73
Function .......................................... .73
Switching off the alarm ....................73
ATTENTIO NASSIST
Activating/deactivating .................214
Display message ............................ 236
Function/notes ............................. 192
Audio menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 210
Audio system see separate operating instructions
Authorized Centers
see Qualified specialist workshop 4
Index

Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 25).ASSYST PLUS
Service messages
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
informs you of the nex tservice due date.
Information on the type of service and service
intervals (see the separate Maintenance
Booklet).
You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at
http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
i The ASSYST PLUS servic einterval display
does not show any informatio nonthe
engine oil level. Observe the notes on the
engine oil level (Y page 288).
The multifunction display shows a service
message for several seconds, e.g.:
R Service A in .. Days R
Service A Due R
Service A Exceeded by ... Days Depending on the operating conditions of the
vehicle, the remaining time or distance until
the next service due date is displayed.
The letter
A or
B , possibly in connection with
a number or another letter, shows the type of
service. A stands for a minor service and
B for
a major service.
You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Ben zCenter. The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not take into accoun
tany periods of
time during which the battery is
disconnected.
Maintaining the time-dependent service
schedule:
X Note down the service due date displayed
in the multifunctio ndisplay before
disconnecting the battery.
or
X After reconnecting the battery, subtract
the battery disconnection periods fro mthe
service date shown on the display. Hiding
aservice message
X Press the 0006or000B button on the
steering wheel. Displaying service messages
X Switch on the ignition.
X Press the 0002or0005 button on the
steering wheel to selec tthe Service menu.
X Press the 0003or0004 button to select the
ASSYST PLUS submenu and confirm by
pressing the 000Bbutton.
The service due date appears in the
multifunction display. Information about Service
Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service
interval display !
If the ASSYST PLUS service interval
display has been inadvertently reset, this
setting can be corrected at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Have service work carried out as described
in the Maintenance Booklet. This may
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damage to the major assemblies or the
vehicle.
Aq ualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Ben zCenter, will reset
the ASSYST PLUS service interval display
after the service work has been carried out.
You can also obtain further information on
maintenance work, for example.
Special service requirements The specified maintenance interval takes only
the normal operation of the vehicle into
account. Under arduous operating conditions
or increased load on the vehicle,
maintenance work must be carried out more
frequently, for example:
R regular city driving with frequent
intermediate stops
R if the vehicle is primarily used to travel
short distances
R use in mountainous terrain or on poor road
surfaces
R if the engine is often left idling for long
periods
Under these or similar conditions, have, for
example, the air filter, engine oil and oil filter
replaced or changed more frequently. Under
arduous operating conditions, the tires must
be checked more often. Further information
can be obtained at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Driving abroad An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network
is also available in other countries. You can
obtain further information from any
authorized Mercedes-BenzC
enter. Engine compartment
Hood
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when
the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never unlatch the hood while driving. G
WARNING
When opening and closing the hood, it may
suddenly fall into the closed position .There is
a risk of injury to persons within range of
movement of the hood.
Open and close the hood only when no one is
within its range of movement. G
WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is
overheated or when there is a fire in the
engine compartmentc ould expose you to hot
gases or other service products. There is a
risk of injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department. G
WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or start
again suddenly when the ignition is off. There
is a risk of injury.
If you need to do any work inside the engine
compartment,
R switch off the ignition
R never reach into the area where there is a
risk of danger from moving components,
such as the fan rotation area
R keep clothing away from moving parts Engine compartment
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