Gear MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class SEDAN 2016 W205 Owner's Manual

AMGAdaptive sport suspension sys-
tem ................................................ 197
Performance Seat .......................... 108
AMG menu (on-board computer) .....2 52
AMG sports exhaust system ............ 152
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Armrest
Stowage compartment .................. 309
Ashtray ............................................... 318
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................2 46
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................2 47
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........3 34
Driving abroad ............................... 335
Hiding a service message .............. 334
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 334
Service message ............................ 333
Special service requirements ......... 334
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 79
Function ...........................................7 9
Switching off the alarm .................... 79
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 248
Display message ............................ 274
Function/notes ............................. 214
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 267
see Lights
Automatic car wash (care) ............... 335
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 151
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 150
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 118Automatic transmission
Accelerato
r pedal position ............. 158
Changing gear ............................... 158
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 156
Display message ............................ 282
Double-clutch function .................. 158
Drive program ................................ 159
Drive program display .................... 157
Driving tips .................................... 158
DYNAMIC SELECT switch .............. 154
Emergency running mode .............. 164
Engaging drive position .................. 157
Engaging neutral ............................ 156
Engaging park position automati-
cally ............................................... 156
Engaging reverse gear ................... 156
Engaging the park position ............ 156
Gliding mode ................................. 159
Kickdown ....................................... 159
Manual shifting .............................. 161
Oil temperature (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 252
Overview ........................................ 155
Problem (malfunction) ................... 164
Pulling away ................................... 149
Rocking the vehicle free ................ 159
Starting the engine ........................ 148
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 161
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ................... 157
Transmission positions .................. 158
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 164
B
Back button ....................................... 299
Backup lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 124
Bag hook ............................................ 313
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 68
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist
(Brake Assist PLUS with Cross-
Traffic Assist)
Function/notes ................................ 69
Important safety notes .................... 69
Battery (high-voltage)
see High-voltage battery
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Battery (SmartKey)Checking .......................................... 84
Important safety notes .................... 84
Replacing ......................................... 84
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 350
Display message ............................ 269
Important safety notes .................. 347
Jump starting ................................. 352
Belt
see Seat belts
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 248
Display message ............................ 276
Notes/function .............................. 216
see Active Blind Spot Assist
Bluetooth
®
Connecting another mobile
phone ............................................ 306
Searching for a mobile phone ........ 306
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 298
Telephony ...................................... 305
Box (trunk) ......................................... 314
Brake Assist
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 261
Notes ............................................. 392
Brake force distribution
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Brake pedal
Pedal resistance/pedal travel .......... 45
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 68
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 72
BAS .................................................. 68
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic
Assist ............................................... 69
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 392
Display message ............................ 256
EBD .................................................. 76
High-performance brake system .... 183
Hill start assist ............................... 150
HOLD function ............................... 194
Important safety notes .................. 182 Maintenance .................................. 183
Parking brake ................................ 178
RBS warning lamp .......................... 288
Recuperative Brake System ............. 45
Riding tips ...................................... 182
Warning lamp ................................. 288
Breakdown
Where will I find...? ........................ 342
see Flat tire
see Towing away
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting) ................................... 35
Buttons on the steering wheel ......... 236
C
California
Important notice for retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 28
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Calling up the climate control bar
Multimedia system ........................ 302
Calling up the climate control
menu
Multimedia system ........................ 302
Car
see Vehicle
Care
360° camera ................................. 339
AIRPANEL ...................................... 339
Car wash ........................................ 335
Carpets .......................................... 341
Display ........................................... 340
Exhaust pipe .................................. 340
Exterior lights ................................ 338
Gear or selector lever .................... 340
General notes ................................ 335
Interior ........................................... 340
Matte finish ................................... 337
Paint .............................................. 337
Plastic trim .................................... 340
Power washer ................................ 336
Rear view camera .......................... 339
Roof lining ...................................... 341
Seat belt ........................................ 341
Seat cover ..................................... 341
Sensors ......................................... 339
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Problem (malfunction) ...................168
Refueling ........................................ 164
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 389
Fuel filler flap
Opening ......................................... 165
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 240
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 389
Problem (malfunction) ................... 168
Fuses
Allocation chart ..................... 357, 359
Before changing .............................3 57
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 357
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 358
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 358
Fuse box in the trunk ..................... 359
Important safety notes .................. 357
G
G-Meter (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .................. 252
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 329
General notes ................................ 326
Important safety notes .................. 327
Opening/closing the garage door .. 329
Problems when programming ........3 28
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 327
Synchronizing the rolling code ....... 328
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....... 252
Genuine parts ...................................... 27
Glove box ...........................................3 09
Google™ Local Search
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 98
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
HANDS-FREE ACCESS .......................... 92Handwriting recognition
Switching text reader function
on/off ............................................ 301
Touchpad ....................................... 300
Hazard warning lamps ......................120
Head restraints
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 107
Adjusting (manually) ......................1 07
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 107
Adjusting the fore-and-aft posi-
tion manually ................................. 107
General notes ................................ 106
Important safety notes .................. 106
Installing/removing (rear) .............. 107
Head-up display
Adjusting the brightness ................ 250
Displays and operating .................. 238
Function/notes .............................2 38
Important safety notes .................. 238
Selecting displays .......................... 249
Setting the position ....................... 250
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 116
Headlamps
Cleaning system (notes) ................ 393
Fogging up ..................................... 121
see Automatic headlamp mode
Heating
see Climate control
High beam flasher .............................1 19
High-beam headlamps
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 120
Changing bulbs .............................. 124
Display message ............................ 267
Switching on/off ........................... 119
High-voltage battery
Battery care ................................... 170
Charging (charging station) ............ 174
Charging (mains socket) ................ 171
Charging (wallbox) ......................... 173
Charging cable warming ................ 170
Cruise range .................................. 170
Energy consumption ......................1 70
General notes .................................. 45
Method of operation ......................1 69
Outside temperatures .................... 170
Overvoltage protection .................. 170
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Problems with the charging proc-
ess .................................................175
Terms of use .................................. 170
Vehicle fire ....................................... 45
Hill start assist .................................. 150
HOLD function
Activating ....................................... 195
Activation conditions ..................... 194
Deactivating ................................... 195
Display message ............................ 277
Function/notes .............................1 94
General notes ................................ 194
Home address
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 98
Hood
Closing ...........................................3 31
Display message ............................ 284
Important safety notes .................. 330
Opening ......................................... 330
Horn ...................................................... 35
HUD
see Head-up display
Hybrid drive system
Automatic switch off ........................ 44
Danger of electric shock .................. 44
Display message ............................ 272
General notes .................................. 44
High-voltage battery ........................ 45
Important safety notes .................... 44
Manual switch off ............................ 44
Opening the hood ............................ 45
Warning lamp ................................. 288
Hybrid vehicles
Important safety notes .................... 44
Hydroplaning ..................................... 184
I
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 79
Indicator and warning lamps
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS .............................................. 295
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps Indicators
see Turn signals
Insect protection on the radiator .... 331
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 36
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 36
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 235
Interior lighting ................................. 121
Control ...........................................1 22
Overview ........................................ 121
Reading lamp ................................. 121
iPod
®
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................2 98
J
Jack
Using ............................................. 381
Jump starting (engine) ......................352
K
Key positions
SmartKey ....................................... 146
Start/Stop button .......................... 146
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing feature ............ 97
Deactivation ..................................... 82
Locking ............................................ 82
Removing the Start/Stop button ... 147
Start function ................................... 83
Unlocking ......................................... 82
Kickdown
Driving tips ....................................1 59
Manual gearshifting ....................... 163
Knee bag .............................................. 53
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 219
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 248
Display message ............................ 275
Function/information .................... 218
see Active Lane Keeping Assist
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Protection of the environment
General notes
HEnvironmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive 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 environmen-
tally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors:
Roperating conditions of your vehicle
Ryour personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel con-
sumption.
Ralways make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.
Rremove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
Ralways have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
Rdo not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
Rchange gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic.
Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consump-
tion.
HEnvironmental note
Have a defective high-voltage battery dis-
posed of in an environmentally-responsible
manner. Contact a qualified specialist work-
shop which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that
you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for this purpose.
Environmental concerns and recom-
mendations
Wherever the operating instructions require you
to dispose of materials, first try to regenerate or
re-use them. Observe the relevant environmen-
tal rules and regulations when disposing of
materials. In this way you will help to protect the
environment.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
HEnvironmental 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 Devi-
ces, as well as control units and sensors for
these restraint systems, may be installed in
the following areas of your vehicle:
Rdoors
Rdoor pillars
Rdoor sills
Rseats
Rcockpit
Rinstrument cluster
Rcenter console
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Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)
FunctionPage
:Ashtray318
Cigarette lighter319
Socket319
Cup holder316
;Adjusts or mutes the volume
(see the separate operating
instructions)
=Adjusts the volume of the
AMG sports exhaust system152
?èECO start/stop func-
tion150
ATouchpad (see the separate
operating instructions)
BStowage compartment308
CActivates/deactivates ESP®74
Activates/deactivates
SPORT handling mode74
FunctionPage
DAMG adaptive sport suspen-
sion system (suspension set-
ting)
197
EManual gearshifting (perma-
nent setting)161
FDYNAMIC SELECT switch
(selects the drive program)154
GBack button (see the sepa-
rate operating instructions)
HMultimedia system control-
ler (see the separate operat-
ing instructions)
Ig Switches to the favor-
ites button (see the separate
operating instructions)
Center console41
At a glance

PRE-SAFE®takes the following measures
depending on the hazardous situation detected:
Rthe front seat belts are pre-tensioned.
Rif the vehicle skids, the side windows and the
sliding sunroof are closed.
Rvehicles with the memory function for the
front-passenger seat: the front-passenger
seat is adjusted if it is in an unfavorable posi-
tion.
If the hazardous situation passes without result-
ing in an accident, PRE-SAFE
®slackens the belt
pre-tensioning. All settings made by PRE-SAFE®
can then be reversed.
If the seat belt pre-tensioning is not reduced:
XMove the seat backrest or seat back slightly
when the vehicle is stationary.
The seat belt pre-tensioning is reduced and
the locking mechanism is released.
The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of
the PRE-SAFE
®convenience function. You will
find information on the convenience function
under "Belt adjustment" (
Ypage 51).
PRE-SAFE®PLUS (anticipatory occu-
pant protection system PLUS)
Introduction
PRE-SAFE®PLUS is only available in vehicles
with the Driving Assistance package.
Using the radar sensor system, PRE-SAFE
®
PLUS is able to detect that a head-on or rear-end
collision is imminent. In certain hazardous sit-
uations, PRE-SAFE
®PLUS takes pre-emptive
measures to protect the vehicle occupants.
Important safety notes
The intervention of PRE-SAFE®PLUS cannot
prevent an imminent collision.
The driver is not warned about the intervention
of PRE-SAFE
®PLUS.
PRE-SAFE®PLUS does not intervene if the vehi-
cle is backing up.
When driving, or when parking or exiting a park-
ing space with assistance from Active Parking
Assist, PRE-SAFE
®PLUS will not apply the
brakes.
Function
PRE-SAFE®PLUS intervenes in certain situa-
tions if the radar sensor system detects an
imminent head-on or rear-end collision.
PRE-SAFE
®PLUS takes the following measures
depending on the hazardous situation detected:
Rif the radar sensor system detects that a
head-on collision is imminent, the seat belts
are pre-tensioned.
Rif the radar sensor system detects that a rear-
end collision is imminent:
-the brake pressure is increased if the driver
applies the brakes when the vehicle is sta- tionary.
-the seat belts are pre-tensioned.
The PRE-SAFE®PLUS braking application is can-
celed:
Rif the accelerator pedal is depressed when a
gear is engaged
Rif the risk of a collision passes or is no longer
detected
Rif DISTRONIC PLUS indicates an intention to
pull away
If the hazardous situation passes without result-
ing in an accident, the original settings are
restored.
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent
Immediately after an accident, the following
measures are implemented, depending on the
type and severity of the impact:
Rthe hazard warning lamps are activated
Rthe emergency lighting is activated
Rthe vehicle doors are unlocked
Rthe front side windows are lowered
Rvehicles with a memory function: the electri-
cally adjustable steering wheel is raised
Rthe engine is switched off and the fuel supply
is cut off
Rvehicles with mbrace: automatic emergency
call
Rvehicles with the hybrid drive system: the
hybrid system and the high-voltage electrical
system are deactivated
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If you come into contact with the electrolyte,
observe the following:
RRinse off the electrolyte from your skin
immediately with water.
RImmediately rinse the electrolyte out of
your eyes thoroughly with clean water.
RIf the electrolyte is swallowed, immediately
rinse your mouth out thoroughly. Do not
induce vomiting.
RIf electrolyte comes into contact with your
skin or hair or is swallowed, seek medical
attention immediately.
RImmediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with electrolyte.
RIf an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical
attention immediately.
The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on
the driver's side automatically go into anti-glare
mode if the following conditions are met simul-
taneously:
Rthe ignition is switched on
Rincident light from headlamps strikes the sen-
sor in the rear-view mirror
The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode if
reverse gear is engaged or if the interior lighting
is switched on.
Parking position for the exterior mir-
ror on the front-passenger side
Storing the parking position
You can position the front-passenger side exte- rior mirror in such a way that you can see the
rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage
reverse gear. You can store this position.
Using reverse gear
:Memory button M
;Adjustment button
=Button for the front-passenger side exterior
mirror
?Button for the driver's side exterior mirror
XTurn the SmartKey to position 2in the ignition
lock (Ypage 146).
XPress button =for the exterior mirror on the
front-passenger side.
XEngage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves to the preset parking position.
XUse adjustment button ;to adjust the exte-
rior mirror to a position that allows you to see
the rear wheel and the curb.
The parking position is stored.
iIf you shift the transmission to another posi-
tion, the exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side returns to the driving position.
Using the memory button
You can store the parking position of the exte-
rior mirror on the front-passenger side using
memory button M:. The reverse gear must not
be engaged.
XTurn the SmartKey to position 2in the ignition
lock (Ypage 146).
XPress button =for the exterior mirror on the
front-passenger side.
XUse adjustment button ;to adjust the exte-
rior mirror to a position that allows you to see
the rear wheel and the curb.
XPress memory button M: and one of the
arrows on adjustment button ;within three
seconds.
The parking position is stored if the exterior
mirror does not move.
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XIf the mirror moves out of position, repeat the
steps.
XAfter successfully storing, reset the driving
position of the exterior mirror.
Calling up a stored parking position set-
ting
XTurn the SmartKey to position2in the ignition
lock (Ypage 146).
XAdjust the exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side using button =.
XEngage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves to the stored parking position.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side
moves back to its original position:
Ras soon as you exceed a speed of 9 mph
(15 km/h)
Rabout ten seconds after you have disengaged reverse gear
Rif you press button ?for the exterior mirror
on the driver's side
Memory function
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you use the memory function on the driver's side while driving, you could lose control of
the vehicle as a result of the adjustments
being made. There is a risk of an accident.
Only use the memory function on the driver's
side when the vehicle is stationary.
GWARNING
When the memory function adjusts the seat or steering wheel, you and other vehicle occu-
pants – particularly children – could become
trapped. There is a risk of injury.
While the memory function is making adjust-
ments, make sure that no one has any body
parts in the sweep of the seat or steering
wheel. If somebody becomes trapped, imme-
diately release the memory function position
button. The adjustment process is stopped.
GWARNING
Children could become trapped if they acti-
vate the memory function, particularly when
unattended. There is a risk of injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
The memory function can be used at any time,
e.g. even when the key is not in the ignition lock.
Storing settings
With the memory function, you can store up to
three different settings, e.g. for three different
people.
The following settings are stored as a single
memory preset:
Rposition of the seat, backrest and head
restraint
Rdriver's side: position of the exterior mirrors
on the driver's and front-passenger sides
Rposition of the head-up display
XAdjust the seat accordingly (Ypage 106).
XOn the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel
(Ypage 111) and the exterior mirrors
(Ypage 113).
XPress memory button Mand one of the stor-
age position buttons 1,2or 3within three
seconds.
The settings are stored in the selected preset
position. A tone sounds when the settings
have been completed.
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Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle
Important safety notes
The sensor system of some driving and driving
safety systems adjusts automatically while a
certain distance is being driven after the vehiclehas been delivered or after repairs. Full system
effectiveness is not reached until the end of this
teach-in procedure.
New and replaced brake pads and discs only
reach their optimum braking effect after several hundred kilometers of driving. Compensate for
this by applying greater force to the brake pedal.
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
The more you look after the engine when it is
new, the more satisfied you will be with its per-
formance in the future.
RYou should therefore drive at varying vehicle
and engine speeds for the first 1000 miles
(1500 km).
RAvoid heavy loads, e.g. driving at full throttle,during this period.
RWhen changing gears manually, change up in
good time, before the tachometer needle rea-
ches Ôof the way to the red area of the tach-
ometer.
RDo not manually shift to a lower gear to brake
the vehicle.
RTry to avoid depressing the accelerator pedal
beyond the point of resistance (kickdown).
RAll vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi-
cles): ideally, for the first 1,000 miles
(1,500 km), drive in drive program E.
Additional breaking-in notes for Mercedes-AMG
vehicles:
RDo not drive faster than 85 mph (140 km/h)
for the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km).
ROnly allow the engine to reach a maximum
engine speed of 4,500 rpm briefly.
RChange gear in good time.
RIdeally, for the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km),
drive in program C.
After 1000 miles (1500 km),you can incre
ase
th eengin espeed gradually and accelerate th e
vehicl eto full speed.
You should also observ ethese note son break-
in g in if th eengin eor part sof th edrive train on
your vehicl ehav ebeen replaced. Always observ
eth emaximum permissibl e
speed.
Self-locking rear axle differential
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles)
Your vehicl eis equipped wit h aself-locking dif -
ferential on th erear axle.
Change th eoil to improv eprotection of th erear
axl edifferential:
Rafter abreaking-i nperiod of 1,850 mile s
(3,00 0km)
Revery 31,00 0mile s(50,00 0km) or 3years
These oil changes prolon gth eservic elife of th e
differential. Hav eth eoil chang ecarrie dout at a
qualified specialist workshop .
Driving
Important safety notes
GWARNIN G
Objects in th edriver's footwell can restrict th e
pedal travel or obstruct adepressed pedal .
The operating and roa dsafet yof th evehicl eis
jeopardized. There is aris kof an accident.
Mak esur ethat all objects in th evehicl eare
stowed correctly, and that they canno tente r
th edriver's footwell. Install th efloormats
securel yand as specified in order to ensur e
sufficien tclearance for th epedals. Do no tuse
loos efloormats and do no tplac efloormats on
to pof on eanother.
GWARNIN G
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correc tusage
of th epedals, e.g. :
Rshoes withthick sole s
Rshoes withhigh heels
Rslipper s
There is aris kof an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensur ecorrec t
usage of th epedals.
Driving145
Driving and parking
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