2016 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS trunk

X
Turn bulb holder D counter-clockwise and
pull out. X
Pull the bulb out of bulb holder D .X
Insert the new bulb into bulb holder D .X
Insert bulb holder D and turn it clockwise.X
Press on housing cover C and turn it to the
right.
High-beam headlamps X
Switch off the lights. X
Open the hood. X
Turn housing cover C counter-clockwise and
remove it. X
Turn bulb holder D counter-clockwise and
pull out. X
Pull the bulb out of bulb holder D .X
Insert the new bulb into bulb holder D .X
Insert bulb holder D and turn it clockwise.X
Press on housing cover C and turn it clock-
wise.
Turn signal X
Remove the cover in the front wheel housing
( Y
page 123). X
Turn housing cover C counter-clockwise and
remove it. X
Turn bulb holder D counter-clockwise,
unlock it and pull out. X
Pull the bulb out of bulb holder D .X
Insert the new bulb into bulb holder D .X
Insert bulb holder D and turn it clockwise.X
Press on housing cover C turn clockwise and
lock. X
Replace the cover in the front wheel housing
( Y
page 123).
Changing the rear bulbs
Opening and closing the side trim pan-
els
Example: right-hand side paneling
You must open the side paneling in the trunk
before you can replace the bulbs in the tail
lamps. X
To open: release right or left side paneling C
at the top and fold it down in the direction of
the arrow. X
To close: insert side paneling C .
Tail lamps X
Switch off the lights. X
Open the trunk. X
Open the side trim panel ( Y
page 124).124
Replacing bulbs
Lights and windshield wipers

on again, the charging process resumes auto-
matically. Following an interruption in the
power supply or tripping of the building's fuse,
it may take up to 10 minutes for charging to
resume automatically.
Switch on the building protection system again
after it has been triggered. Otherwise, the
charging process cannot be continued.
General information about the charging
procedure Pay attention to the "Important safety notes"
( Y
page 168).
The vehicle socket is located in the rear bumper
on the right below the tail lamp.
The charge socket flap and the vehicle are cen-
trally locked or unlocked simultaneously.
Charging the high-voltage battery via
the electrical outlet
Charging cable for electrical outlets
Important safety notes
! Only use the charging cable to charge the
high-voltage battery. Do not use the charging
cable for other purposes. It may otherwise be
damaged.
A charging cable for connection to the electrical
outlet is included with the vehicle. Only use the
charging cable included with the vehicle or
charging cables that have been approved for the
vehicle.
i If you use the supplied 12 A charging cable
to charge a high-voltage battery: R
the charge time increases considerably R
electrical consumption increases consider-
ably
Where possible, charge the high-voltage bat-
tery at a charging station ( Y
page 174). Only
then can certified electrical energy consump-
tion levels be reached.
i The charging process can vary depending on
the power supply. Therefore, always observe
the local information.
Information about charging from a wallbox
( Y
page 173). Information on charging at a charging station
( Y
page 174).
Stowing the charging cable The charging cable can be stowed in the bag
supplied in the trunk/cargo compartment of the
vehicle and held in place with the Velcro fas-
tener.
Controls on the charging cable
C
Alternating current status indicator D
Control/protection system indicator

The electric parking brake is also engaged auto-
matically if: R
DISTRONIC PLUS brings the vehicle to a
standstill or R
the HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta-
tionary R
Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle
stationary
In addition, at least one of the following condi-
tions must be fulfilled: R
the engine is switched off R
the driver is not wearing a seat belt and the
driver's door is opened R
there is a system malfunction R
the power supply is insufficient R
the vehicle is stationary for a lengthy period
The red I (USA only) or $ (Canada only)
indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes
out.
The electric parking brake is not automatically
engaged if the engine is switched off by the ECO
start/stop function.
Releasing automatically Your vehicle's electric parking brake is auto-
matically released if all of the following condi-
tions are met: R
the engine is running. R
the transmission is in position D or R .R
the seat belt has been fastened. R
you depress the accelerator pedal.
If the transmission is in position R , the trunk lid
must be closed.
If your seat belt is not fastened, the following
conditions must be fulfilled to automatically
release the electric parking brake: R
the driver's door is closed. R
you have shifted out of transmission position
P or you have previously driven faster than
2 mph (3 km/h).
Ensure that you do not depress the accelerator
pedal unintentionally. Otherwise the parking
brake will be released and the vehicle will start
to move. Emergency braking The vehicle can also be braked during an emer-
gency by using the electric parking brake. X
While driving, push handle C of the electric
parking brake ( Y
page 178).
The vehicle is braked as long as you keep
handle C of the electric parking brake
depressed. The longer electric parking brake
handle C is depressed, the greater the brak-
ing force.
During braking: R
a warning tone sounds R
the Please Release Parking Brake mes-
sage appears R
the red I (USA only) or $ (Canada
only) indicator lamp in the instrument cluster
flashes
When the vehicle has been braked to a stand-
still, the electric parking brake is engaged.
Parking the vehicle for a long period If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than
four weeks, the battery may be damaged by
exhaustive discharging.
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six
weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a
result of lack of use. X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop and seek
advice.
i You can obtain information about trickle
chargers from a qualified specialist work-
shop.
PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: observe the impor-
tant safety notes for the high-voltage battery
( Y
page 349).
Driving tips
General driving tips
Important safety notes
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, Driving tips 179
Driving and parking Z

R
if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed
Observe the notes on cleaning
( Y
page 339) R
if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this
event, have the camera position and setting
checked at a qualified specialist workshop
The field of vision and other functions of the rear
view camera may be restricted due to additional
accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g.
license plate holder, bicycle rack).
i The rear view camera is protected from rain-
drops and dust by means of a flap. When the
rear view camera is activated, this flap opens.
The flap closes again when: R
you have finished the maneuvering process R
you switch off the engine R
you open the trunk
Observe the notes on cleaning ( Y
page 339).
For technical reasons, the flap may remain
open briefly after the rear view camera has
been deactivated.
Activating/deactivating the rear view
camera X
To activate: make sure that the SmartKey is
in position 2 in the ignition lock.X
Make sure that the Activation by R gear
function is selected in the multimedia system
(see the separate operating instructions). X
Engage reverse gear.
The rear view camera flap opens. The multi-
media system shows the area behind the vehi-
cle with guide lines.
The image from the rear view camera is avail-
able throughout the maneuvering process.
To deactivate: the rear view camera deacti-
vates if you shift the transmission to P or after
driving forwards a short distance.
Multimedia display
The rear view camera may show a distorted view
of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all.
The rear view camera does not show objects in
the following positions: R
very close to the rear bumper R
under the rear bumper R
in close range above the handle on the trunk
lid ! Objects not at ground level may appear to
be further away than they actually are, e.g.: R
the bumper of a parked vehicle R
the drawbar of a trailer R
the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch R
the rear section of an HGV R
a slanted post
Use the guidelines only for orientation.
Approach objects no further than the bottom-
most guideline.
C
Yellow guide line at a distance of approx-
imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the
vehicle D
White guide line without turning the steering
wheel, vehicle width including the exterior
mirrors (static)

make sure that there are no persons, animals or
objects in the area in which you are maneuver-
ing.
You are always responsible for safety, and must
always pay attention to your surroundings when
parking and maneuvering. This applies to the
areas behind, in front of and beside the vehicle.
You could otherwise endanger yourself and oth-
ers.
The 360° camera will not function or will func-
tion in a limited manner: R
if the doors are open R
if the exterior mirrors are folded in R
if the trunk lid is open R
in heavy rain, snow or fog R
at night or in very dark places R
if the cameras are exposed to very bright light R
if the area is lit by fluorescent bulbs or LED
lighting (the display may flicker) R
if the camera lenses fog up, e.g. when driving
into a heated garage in winter, causing a rapid
change in temperature R
if the camera lenses are dirty or covered R
if the vehicle components in which the cam-
eras are installed are damaged. In this event,
have the camera position and setting checked
at a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not use the 360° camera in this case. You
can otherwise injure others or cause damage to
objects or the vehicle.
The guide lines in the COMAND display show the
distances to your vehicle. The distances only
apply to road level.
The camera in the rear area is protected by
means of a flap. This flap opens when the 360°
camera is activated. Observe the notes on
cleaning ( Y
page 339). For technical reasons,
the flap may remain open briefly after the 360°
camera has been deactivated.
On vehicles with height-adjustable chassis,
depending on technical conditions, leaving the
standard height can result in: R
inaccuracies in the guide lines R
inaccuracies in the display of generated
images (top view) Activation conditions The 360° camera image can be displayed if: R
the multimedia system is switched on R
the 360° Camera function is switched on
i If you are driving faster than at a moderate
speed and you turn on the 360° camera, a
warning message appears.
The warning message disappears if: R
you are again driving at a moderate speed
The 360° camera is then activated. R
the message is confirmed with the 8
button.
Switching the 360° camera on and off
using the button
X
To switch on: press button C .
Depending on whether position D or R is
engaged, the following is shown: R
a split screen with top view and the image
from the front camera or R
a split screen with top view and the image
from the rear view camera X
To switch off: press button C .
Activating the 360° camera using
reverse gear The 360° camera images can be automatically
displayed by engaging reverse gear.Driving systems 211
Driving and parking Z

X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2
in the ignition lock. X
Make sure that the Activation by R gear
function is selected in the multimedia system
(see the Digital Operator's Manual). X
To show the 360° camera image: engage
reverse gear.
The multimedia system shows the area
behind the vehicle in split-screen mode. You
see the top view of the vehicle and the image
from the rear view camera.
Selecting the split-screen view or full
screen mode Switching between split screen views: X
To switch to the line with the vehicle icons:
slide 5 the controller.X
To select a vehicle icon: turn the controller.
Switching to full screen mode: X
180° View Turn and press the controller.
i The full screen option is only available in the
following views: R
Top view with picture from the rear view
camera R
Top view with picture from the front camera
Multimedia display
Important safety notes The camera system may show a distorted view
of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all.
Obstacles are not shown by the system in the
following locations: R
under the front and rear bumpers R
very close to the front and rear bumpers R
in close range above the handle on the trunk
lid R
very close to the exterior mirrors R
in the transitional areas between the various
cameras in the virtual top view
! Objects not at ground level may appear to
be further away than they actually are, e.g.: R
the bumper of a parked vehicle R
the drawbar of a trailer R
the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch R
the rear section of an HGV R
a slanted post
Use the guidelines only for orientation.
Approach objects no further than the bottom-
most guideline.
Top view with picture from the rear view
camera
C
Yellow guide line at a distance of approx-
imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the
vehicle D
Symbol for the split screen setting with top
view and rear view camera image

Stowage areas
Loading guidelines
G WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust
gases can enter the vehicle interior if the
trunk lid is open when the engine is running,
especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a
risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid
open.
G WARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or
not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip
over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle
occupants. There is a risk of injury, particu-
larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud-
den change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
G WARNING
The exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim can
become very hot. If you come into contact
with these parts of the vehicle, you could burn
yourself. There is a risk of injury.
Always be particularly careful around the
exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow
these components to cool down before touch-
ing them.
The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle
are dependent on the distribution of the load
within the vehicle. For this reason, you should
observe the following notes when transporting a
load: R
Never exceed the maximum permissible
gross vehicle mass or the gross axle weight
rating for the vehicle (including occupants).
The values are specified on the vehicle iden- tification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's
door. R
The trunk is the preferred place to carry
objects. R
Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos-
sible and as low down in the trunk as possible. R
The load must not protrude above the upper
edge of the seat backrests. R
Always place the load behind unoccupied
seats if possible. R
Secure the load with sufficiently strong and
wear-resistant tie-downs. Pad sharp edges for
protection.
Stowage spaces
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In
addition, cupholders, open stowage spaces
and mobile phone brackets cannot always
retain all objects they contain. There is a risk
of injury, particularly in the event of sudden
braking or a sudden change in direction. R
Always stow objects so that they cannot be
thrown around in such situations. R
Always make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or
stowage nets. R
Close the lockable stowage spaces before
starting a journey. R
Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-
ted, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in
the trunk.
Observe the loading guidelines ( Y
page 308).308
Stowage areas
Stowage and features

Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the fol-
lowing may be in the stowage space: R
a multimedia connector unit with 2 USB ports
and a SD card slot, e.g. for use with an iPod ®
,
iPhone ®
or MP3 player, see the separate
Operator's Manual R
a small stowage space in the upper front sec-
tion
Stowage compartment in the doors
You can store items such as a rolled-up fluores-
cent jacket (driver's door) and the vehicle docu-
ment wallet (front-passenger door) in stowage
compartment C in the doors.
In doors D you can store bottles with a capacity
of up to 34 fl. oz. (1.0 liter).
Stowage space in the rear
Stowage compartment in the rear seat
armrest
! Do not sit on or support your body weight on
the rear seat armrest when it is folded down,
as you could otherwise damage it.
! Close the cover of the stowage compart-
ment before folding the rear seat armrest
back into the seat backrest. X
To open: fold down the seat armrest. X
Press on the front of release catch C and fold
the cover of the armrest upwards.
Additional stowage space Depending on the equipment, the following
additional stowage areas are available in the
vehicle: R
card and coin holder in the dashboard above
the light switch (not suitable for holding thin
objects such as shopping tokens) R
the open stowage compartment in the center
console R
stowage net in front-passenger footwell R
the map pockets on the back of the driver's
and front-passenger seat R
the parcel nets on the left and right-hand side
in the trunk
Observe the loading guidelines ( Y
page 308)
and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces
( Y
page 308).
Ski and snowboard bag
Important safety notes
G WARNING
The skibag in conjunction with the lashing
straps cannot restrain any objects other than
skis.
Vehicle occupants could be struck in the
event of sudden braking or an accident, for
instance, if you: R
transport other heavy or sharp-edged
objects in the skibag R
do not secure the skibag with the lashing
straps
There is a risk of accident and injury.
Store only skis in the skibag. Always secure
the skibag with the lashing straps so that it
cannot move around.
A maximum of four pairs of skis or two snow-
boards can be transported in the ski and snow-
board bag.310
Sto wag e areas
Stowag e an d features