roof MERCEDES-BENZ C320 COUPE 2003 CL203 User Guide

183 Controls in detail
Power windows
If you pull and hold the switch up when
closing the window, and upward move-
ment of the window is blocked by some ob-
struction including but not limited to arms,
hands, fingers etc., the automatic reversal
will not operate.
Fully opening windows
Press switch past resistance point and
release.
The window opens completely.
Fully closing windows

Pull switch past resistance point and
release.
The window closes completely.
If the upward movement of the window is
blocked during the closing procedure, the
window will stop and open slightly.Stopping windows

Press or pull respective switch again.Opening and closing the windows with
the SmartKey
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof will also
be opened or closed when you operate the
power windows with the key.

Aim transmitter eye at the front door
handle.
Warning!
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Driver’s door only:
If within five seconds you again pull the
switch past the resistance point and re-
lease, the automatic reversal will not func-
tion.iYou can also open or close the win-
dows using the:

SmartKey (summer opening/con-
venience feature), see below


button
O
in the control panel of
the climate control (
page 143)
Warning!
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Never operate the windows or slid-
ing/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of
anyone being harmed by the opening or
closing procedure.
In case the procedure causes potential dan-
ger, the procedure can be immediately halt-
ed by releasing the remote control button.
To reverse direction of movement,
pressŒ for opening or ‹ for closing.

184 Controls in detailPower windowsOpening (Summer opening feature)
Press and hold button
Œ
after un-
locking the vehicle.
The windows and panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof begin to open after ap-
proximately one second.

Release transmit button to interrupt
procedure.Closing (Convenience feature)

Press and hold button
‹
after lock-
ing the vehicle.
The windows and panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof begin to close after
approximately one second.

Release transmit button to interrupt
procedure.
Ensure that all side windows and the pan-
orama sliding/pop-up roof are properly
closed before leaving the vehicle.
Synchronizing power windows
The power windows must be resynchro-
nized each time after the battery has been
disconnected:
Pull the power window switches until
the side windows are closed and hold
the switches for approximately one
second.

185 Controls in detail
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof*
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof*
Opening and closing the sunshades for the panorama sliding/pop-up roof
1To open sunshade
2To close sunshade
3To open sunshade
4To close sunshade
The sunshades only operate with panora-
ma sliding/pop-up roof closed.Opening and closing the sunshades

Turn the key in the starter switch to
position1 or2.

To open or close the sunshades, move
the switch to resistance point in the re-
quired direction.
Release the switch when the sun-
shades have reached the required posi-
tion.
Opening the sunshades automatically

Move the switch past resistance point
in direction1 and release.Stopping the sunshades

Move the switch in any direction.Warning!
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When closing the sunshades, make sure
that there is no danger of anyone being
harmed by the closing procedure.

186 Controls in detailPanorama sliding/pop-up roof*Opening and closing the panorama slid-ing/pop-up roof
1Push back to slide roof open
2Push forward to slide roof closed
3Push up to raise roof at rear
4Pull down to lower roof at rear
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof only op-
erates with the sunshades opened.Opening and closing the panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof

Turn the key in the starter switch to
position1 or2.

To open, close, raise or lower the pan-
orama sliding/pop-up roof, move the
switch to resistance point in the re-
quired direction.
Release the switch when the roof has
reached the required position.
Opening the panorama sliding/pop-up
roof automatically

Move the switch past resistance point
in direction1 and release.
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof will
not open completely.

Press the switch again to open it com-
pletely.
Stopping the panorama sliding / pop-up
roof

Move the switch in any direction.
Warning!
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When closing the panorama sliding/pop-up
roof, make sure that there is no danger of
anyone being harmed by the closing proce-
dure.
The closing procedure of the panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof can be immediately re-
versed by either pressing or pulling the
switch, or pressing button
Œ
on the key
and holding it.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from starter switch and lock your vehi-
cle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehi-
cle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment
may cause an accident and/or serious per-
sonal injury.

187 Controls in detail
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof*Opening and closing the panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof with the SmartKey
The power windows will also be opened or
closed when you operate the panorama
sliding/pop-up roof with the key.
Aim transmitter eye at the front door
handle.
iYou can also open or close the panora-
ma sliding/pop-up roof using the:

SmartKey (summer opening/con-
venience feature), see below


button
O
in the control panel of
the climate control (
page 143)
!To avoid damaging the seals, do not
transport any objects with sharp edges
which can stick out of the panorama
sliding/pop-up roof.
Open the panorama sliding/pop-up
roof only if the roof is clear of snow or
ice.
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof can
be opened or closed manually should
an electrical malfunction occur
(page 278).
Warning!
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Never operate the windows or slid-
ing/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of
anyone being harmed by the opening or
closing procedure.
In case the procedure causes potential dan-
ger, the procedure can be immediately halt-
ed by releasing the remote control button.
To reverse direction of movement,
pressŒ for opening or ‹ for closing.

188 Controls in detailPanorama sliding/pop-up roof*Opening (Summer opening feature)
Press and hold button
Œ
after un-
locking the vehicle.
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof tilts
and the windows begin to open after
approximately one second.

With the windows fully open, press and
hold button
Œ
again.
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof be-
gins to slide open after approximately
one second.

Release transmit button to interrupt
procedure.Closing (Convenience feature)

Press and hold button
‹
after lock-
ing the vehicle.
The windows and panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof begin to close after
approximately one second.

Release transmit button to interrupt
procedure.
Ensure that all side windows and the pan-
orama sliding/pop-up roof are properly
closed before leaving the vehicle.Synchronizing the panorama
sliding / pop-up roof
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof must be
resynchronized each time after the battery
has been disconnected, the panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof has been closed manually
or the panorama sliding/pop-up roof does
not open smoothly or malfunctions
(page 279).

192 Controls in detailLoading
LoadingRoof rack*
Mount the roof rack only between the fas-
tening points1 and in the recess of the
rubber strip2.
Luggage cover
Removal
Take off securing straps1.

Pull cover towards rear2.
Installation

Place cover into holder.

Attach securing straps to trunk lid.
Split folding rear bench seat
The two sections can be folded down sep-
arately to enlarge the trunk.
Warning!
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Use only those roof racks approved by
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to
avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manu-
facturer’s installation instructions.
!Do not place anything on the luggage
cover below the rear window.
Warning!
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When expanding the luggage compartment,
always fold the seat cushions fully forward.
Unless you are transporting cargo, the back-
rests must remain properly locked in the up-
right position.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and cause injury
to vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.

215 Operation
Driving instructions
Driving instructions
Drive sensibly – save fuel
Fuel consumption, to a great extent, de-
pends on driving habits and operating con-
ditions.
To save fuel you should:

Keep tires at the recommended infla-
tion pressures


Remove unnecessary loads


Remove roof rack when not in use


Allow engine to warm up under low
load use


Avoid frequent acceleration and decel-
eration


Have all maintenance work performed
at regular intervals by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center
Fuel consumption is also increased by driv-
ing in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic,
on short trips and in hilly country.
Drinking and driving
Pedals
Warning!
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Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs
and driving are very dangerous combina-
tions. Even a small amount of alcohol or
drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions
and judgement.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal ac-
cident is sharply increased when you drink
or take drugs and drive.
Please don’t drink or take drugs and drive or
allow anyone to drive after drinking or taking
drugs.
Warning!
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Keep driver’s foot area clear at all times. Ob-
jects stored in this area may impair pedal
movement.

240 OperationVehicle care
Vehicle careCleaning and care of vehicle
While in operation, even while parked, your
vehicle is subjected to varying external in-
fluences which, if gone unchecked, can at-
tack the paintwork as well as the
underbody and cause lasting damage.
Such damage is caused not only by ex-
treme and varying climatic conditions, but
also by:

Air pollution


Road salt


Tar, gravel and stone chippingTo avoid paint damage, you should imme-
diately remove:


Grease and oil


Fuel


Coolant


Brake fluid


Insects


Tree resins etc.
Frequent washing reduces and / or elimi-
nates the aggressiveness and potency of
the above adverse influences.
More frequent washings are necessary to
deal with unfavorable conditions:


Near the ocean


In industrial areas (smoke, exhaust
emissions)


During winter operationYou should check your vehicle from time to
time for stone chipping or other damage.
Any damage should be repaired as soon as
possible to prevent corrosion.
In doing so, do not neglect the underbody
of the vehicle. A prerequisite for a thor-
ough check is a washing of the underbody
followed by a thorough inspection. Dam-
aged areas need to be re-undercoated.
Your vehicle has been treated at the facto-
ry with a wax-base rustproofing in the body
cavities which will last for the lifetime of
the vehicle. Post-production treatment is
neither necessary nor recommended by
Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility
of incompatibility between materials used
in the production process and others ap-
plied later.
We have selected car-care products and
compiled recommendations which are
specially matched to our vehicles and
which always reflect the latest technology.
You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved
car-care products at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Warning!
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Many cleaning products can be hazardous.
Some are poisonous, others are flammable.
Always follow the instructions on the partic-
ular container. Always open your vehicle’s
doors or windows when cleaning the inside.
Never use fluids or solvents that are not de-
signed for cleaning your vehicle.

278 Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency
Opening/closing in an emergencyPanorama sliding/pop-up roof
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof drive is
located behind the lens of the interior over-
head light.
You can open or close the panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof manually should an elec-
trical malfunction occur.
Pry off lens1 using a screwdriver.

Slide both locking tabs2 in direction of
arrow.

Lower rear of cover and remove.

Remove cover.

Obtain crank3.

Insert crank3 through left hand side
motor hole4.

Turn crank3 clockwise to:

slide roof closed


raise roof at the rear

Turn crank3 counterclockwise to:

slide roof open


lower roof at the rear
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof must be
resynchronized after being operated man-
ually.
iDo not disconnect electrical connec-
tors.