Mercedes-Benz 2002 C 240 User manual

C-Class
Operator’s Manual
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C240
C320
C32AMG
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Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Ben .
Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire
to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
Your Mercedes-Ben represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of
ownership, and for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:
•Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for
your reference.
•Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the
operation of your Mercedes-Ben .
•Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety
of the vehicle operator and occupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
DaimlerChrysler AG
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1Contents
Introduction
Product information .......................... 7
Operator’s manual ............................. 8
Where to find it ................................ 13
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls ............... 18
Door control panel .......................20
Overhead control panel ............... 21
Dashboard .....................................22
Center console ..............................24
Operation
Vehicle keys ......................................28
Start lock-out ....................................30
General notes on the
central locking system ...............30
Central locking system ................... 31
Radio frequency and
infrared remote control ............... 31
Locking and unlocking ................33
Choosing global or selective
mode on remote control ............. 33
Opening the trunk ....................... 34
Opening and closing windows
and sliding / pop-up roof
from outside ................................. 35
Panic button ................................. 36
Mechanical keys .......................... 36
Doors ................................................. 37
Central locking switch .................... 39
Automatic central locking .............. 40
Emergency unlocking
in case of accident ...................... 40
Trunk ..................................................41
Trunk lid emergency release ........ 43
Trunk lid emergency release ........ 44
Trunk lid release switch ................ 45
Trunk lamp ....................................... 45
Antitheft alarm system ................... 46
Tow-away alarm ............................... 47
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 48
Front seat adjustment ..................... 49
Removal and installation of
front seat head restraints .......... 55
Multicontour seat ............................ 57
Heated seats .....................................58
Rear seat head restraints ................ 60
Seat belts and integrated
restraint system ..........................63
Seat belts ........................................... 63
Seat belt nonusage
warning system ...........................64
BabySmartTM airbag
deactivation system .................... 70
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) ............................... 71
Emergency tensioning
retractor (ETR) ............................. 72
Airbags ..............................................73
Safety guidelines for the seat
belt, emergency tensioning
retractor and airbag .................... 81
Infant and child
restraint systems .........................83
Steering wheel adjustment
(manual) .......................................88
Steering wheel adjustment
(electrical) ....................................89
Rear view mirrors ............................90
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Instrument cluster ...........................98
Multifunction steering wheel,
multifunction display ............... 102
Trip and main odometer
and sub menu ............................ 106
Audio systems ................................ 108
Radio ............................................ 108
CD player ..................................... 109
Cassette player ............................110
Telephone .........................................111
Navigation system ...........................116
Trip computer ..................................117
Malfunction/warning
message memory .......................119
Individual settings ......................... 121
Setting the audio volume .............. 136
Coolant temperature gauge .......... 137
Flexible service system
(FSS) ............................................ 138
Engine oil level indicator .............. 141
Engine oil consumption ................ 142
Exterior lamp switch ..................... 143
Headlamp mode ............................. 144
Night security illumination ......... 146
Locator lighting .......................... 147
Headlamp cleaning system .......... 147
Combination switch ...................... 148
Ha ard warning flasher
switch ..........................................151
Climate control ...............................152
Automatic climate control .............160
Front center console storage
compartment ventilation ..........171
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air outlets ............... 172
Operation Audio and telephone .. 173
Operating safety ............................ 173
Operating and display elements ..174
Button and soft key operation ...... 176
Operation ......................................... 176
Switching on and off ......................176
Adjusting the volume ................... 177
Audio functions ............................. 177
Bass ................................................. 177
Treble .............................................. 177
Balance ............................................ 178
Centering all audio functions ...... 178
Audio system
tone level selection ................... 179
Radio mode ..................................... 179
Selecting radio mode ..................... 179
Selecting the band ......................... 179
Manual tuning ................................ 180
Seek tuning ..................................... 180
Scan tuning ..................................... 180
Weather Band ................................. 181
Station memory .............................. 181
Storing stations automatically
(Autostore) ................................. 181
Storing stations .............................. 182
Retrieving a station
from memory ............................. 182
Direct frequency input
AM and FM only ....................... 182
Cassette mode ................................ 182
Playing cassettes ............................ 182
Cassette eject .................................. 183
Track selection ............................... 184
Track search
forwards/backwards ................. 184
Fast forward/reverse ..................... 184
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Scanning ......................................... 185
Scanning ......................................... 185
Dolby NR 1
noise reduction system ............ 185
CD mode .......................................... 186
General notes on CD mode ........... 186
CD changer installed .....................187
Loading/emptying
the CD maga ine ....................... 187
Playing CDs .................................... 188
Skipping tracks
forward/backward ....................188
Fast forward/reverse .....................189
Scanning ......................................... 189
Random play/repeat function ...... 189
Direct track selection .................... 190
Track and time display ................. 190
Telephone operation ...................... 190
Switching the telephone
on and off ................................... 190
Adjusting the volume .................... 191
Entering telephone number
and starting dialing process .... 191
Calling up the phone book ........... 191
Switching between
name search and
number search ........................... 191
Searching and selecting
phone book entries
by number ..................................192
Placing a call ...................................192
Manual repeat dialing
(redial) .........................................193
Automatic repeat dialing
(redial) .........................................193
Speed dialing ..................................193
Turbo-dialing ..................................194
Multi party call ...............................194
Accepting incoming call in
telephone mode .........................194
Accepting incoming call
in tape, CD or radio mode ........194
Terminating call .............................195
Muting a call ...................................195
Component malfunctions ..............195
Power windows ...............................197
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 200
Interior lighting ............................. 203
Rear window sunshade .................205
Sun visors .......................................206
Vanity mirrors ................................206
Interior ............................................207
Storage compartments
and armrests ..............................207
Glove box .....................................208
Cup holder ...................................... 211
Ashtrays .......................................... 213
Lighter ............................................. 215
Parcel net in
front passenger footwell .......... 216
Ski sack ........................................... 216
Enlarged cargo area .......................221
Split folding rear seat bench ........ 221
Loading instructions
(vehicle with
enlarged cargo area) .................223
Cellular telephone .........................224
Telephone, general ........................225
Garage door opener .......................226
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Driving
Control and operation of
radio transmitters .....................232
The first 1 000 miles
(1 500 km) .................................233
Maintenance ...................................233
Tele Aid ...........................................234
Catalytic converter ........................244
Emission control ............................245
Starter switch .................................246
Starting and turning off
the engine ..................................248
Manual transmission ....................249
Automatic transmission ...............251
Parking brake .................................260
Driving instructions ......................261
Drive sensibly – Save Fuel ........ 261
Drinking and driving ................. 261
Pedals ........................................... 261
Power assistance ........................262
Brakes ..........................................262
Driving off ...................................263
Parking ........................................264
Tires ............................................. 265
Snow chains ............................... 267
Winter driving
instructions ................................ 268
Deep water .................................. 270
Passenger compartment ............271
Traveling abroad .........................271
Cruise control ................................ 272
Brake assist system (BAS) ............ 275
Antilock brake system
(ABS) ...........................................276
Electronic stability program
(ESP) ........................................... 278
What you should know
at the gas station ...................... 282
Check regularly and
before a long trip ...................... 284
Instrument cluster display
Malfunction and indicator lamps
in the instrument cluster ........ 286
On-board diagnostic system ........ 286
Check engine malfunction
indicator lamp ............................ 286
Brake warning lamp ..................288
Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) indicator lamp ....289
Fuel reserve warning .................290
ABS malfunction
indicator lamp .............................291
Electronic stability program
(ESP) — warning lamp ...............292
Seat belt nonusage
warning lamp ............................292
Malfunction and
indicator lamp in
the center console .....................292
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .....292
Malfunction and
warning messages in the
multifunction display ...............293
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE ................295
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR ........296
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ....297
BRAKE ASSIST ...........................297
BRAKE PAD WEAR ....................298
BRAKE FLUID .............................298
PARKING BRAKE .......................299
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SEAT BELT SYSTEM ...................299
ELEC. STABIL. PROG.
(Electronic stability program) ..300
COOLANT
(coolant level) .............................301
COOLANT
(coolant temperature) ................302
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ...................303
LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................304
LAMP SENSOR ...........................306
DOOR ............................................306
TRUNK OPEN .............................307
HOOD ...........................................307
TELEPHONE – FUNCTION .......308
TELE AID .....................................308
WASHER FLUID ..........................309
RESTRAINT SYSTEM ................. 310
KEY ............................................... 310
FUEL RESERVE .......................... 311
UNDERVOLTAGE ........................ 311
STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. ........... 312
Practical hints
First aid kit ......................................314
Stowing things in the vehicle .......314
Fuses ................................................315
Hood .................................................318
Adding engine oil .......................... 321
Automatic transmission
fluid level ................................... 322
Coolant level ................................... 322
Adding coolant ........................... 323
Windshield and
headlamp washer system ........ 323
Spare wheel, vehicle tools,
storage compartment ............... 325
TIREFIT, vehicle tools,
storage compartment
(C 32 AMG only) ....................... 326
Vehicle jack .................................... 327
Wheels ............................................ 328
Tire replacement ....................... 328
Rotating wheels ......................... 329
Spare wheel ....................................330
Spare wheel bolts .......................330
Changing wheels ...........................331
TIREFIT ...........................................337
Tire inflation pressure .................. 341
Battery .............................................342
Jump starting ..................................344
Towing the vehicle .........................347
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ...................350
Exterior lamps ................................ 351
Replacing bulbs .......................... 351
Standby bulb function ...................356
Changing batteries in the
electronic main key ..................357
Synchroni ing
remote control ............................359
Emergency engine shut-down .....359
Fuel filler flap, manual release ...360
Replacing wiper blade insert .......362
Roof rack .........................................363
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ehicle care
Cleaning and care
of the vehicle .............................366
Power washer ..............................367
Tar stains .....................................367
Paintwork, painted body
components .................................367
Engine cleaning ..........................368
Vehicle washing .........................368
Ornamental moldings ................369
Headlamps, taillamps,
turn signal lenses ......................369
Window cleaning ........................369
Wiper blade .................................369
Light alloy wheels ......................370
Instrument cluster .....................370
Steering wheel and
gear selector lever ......................370
Cup holder ...................................370
Seat belts ..................................... 371
Headliner and
shelf below rear window ........... 371
Leather upholstery ..................... 371
Hard plastic trim items ..............371
Plastic and rubber parts ............371
Technical data
Spare parts service ........................374
Warranty coverage .........................374
Identification labels ...................... 375
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............376
Technical data ................................ 377
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. -
capacities ................................... 381
Engine oils ...................................... 383
Engine oil additives ...................... 383
Air conditioner refrigerant .......... 383
Brake fluid ...................................... 383
Premium unleaded gasoline ........ 384
Fuel requirements ........................ 384
Gasoline additives ......................... 385
Coolants .......................................... 385
Consumer information ................. 387
Uniform tire quality grading ....... 387
Index
Index ................................................389
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7Introduction
Product information
Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:
We recommend using Mercedes-Ben original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories
explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.
We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special
suitability for Mercedes-Ben vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible
for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authori ation by governmental or other
agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance
or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.
Mercedes-Ben original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available
at your authori ed Mercedes-Ben Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on
permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.
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8Introduction
Operator’s manual
This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiari e
yourself with the vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings
contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others.
Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Ben Limited Warranty.
Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations
for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment,
your authori ed Mercedes-Ben Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your
Mercedes-Ben , including:
•New Car Limited Warranty,
•Emission System Warranty,
•Emission Performance Warranty,
•California, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
(California, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),
•State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).
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9Introduction
Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease
price, if Mercedes-Ben USA, LLC and/or its authori ed repair or service facilities fail to fix one ore more substantial
defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair
attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles on
the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail
buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs: (1) the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a
condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has
been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Ben USA, LLC in writing of the
need for its repair and have given us a direct opportunity to perform a repair ourselves, (2) the same substantial defect
or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have
directly notified us of the need for its repair and given us the opportunity to repair ourselves, or (3) the vehicle is out
of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of
more than 30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Ben USA, LLC,
Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.
Maintenance
The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authori ed Mercedes-Ben Center for
service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.
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Roadside assistance
The Mercedes-Ben Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown.
Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number:
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Ben Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Ben Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.
Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Ben Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can
contact you should the need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and
Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Ben Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
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Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:
•Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,
•unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage
the catalysts,
•gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Ben models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details,
consult your authori ed Mercedes-Ben Center or write to:
In the USA: In Canada:
Mercedes-Ben USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Mercedes-Ben Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
849 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5
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12Introduction
We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make
changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual
might differ from your vehicle.
Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they
are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your
vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authori ed
Mercedes-Ben Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.
The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.
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Where to find it
The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections:
• Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.
•Operation: Information on the vehicle’s equipment and its operation.
•Driving: Important information on driving.
• Instrument cluster display: Displays and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions.
•Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency.
• Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle.
• Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels,
coolants, lubricants etc. is contained here.
•Index: Key terms to help you find a topic quickly.
Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.
Explanation of color used:
Warning notices for the protection of yourself and
others appear on red background.
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Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect
its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authori ed Mercedes-Ben Center to
have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your
satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Ben Center management, or if
necessary contact us at the following addresses:
In the USA: Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Ben USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada: Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Ben Canada, Inc.
849 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5
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For the USA only:
The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations,
Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Ben USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Ben USA,
LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also
obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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17Contents - Instruments and controls
Technical
data
Instruments
and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls ............... 18
Door control panel .......................20
Overhead control panel ............... 21
Dashboard .....................................22
Center console ..............................24
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