MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class 2000 W202 Workshop Manual

Combination Switch

1. Low beam (exterior lamp switch position )
2. High beam (exterior lamp switch position )
3. High beam flasher (high beam available independent of exterior lamp switch position)
4. Turn signals, right
5. Turn signals, left
To signal minor directional changes, such as changing lanes on a highway, move combination switch to the point
of resistance only and hold it there. To operate the turn signals continuously, move the combination switch past the
point of resistance (up or down). The switch is automatically cancelled when the steering wheel is turned to a large
enough degree.

6 Control for windshield wiper/washer system:
Push briefly for a single wipe without adding washer fluid (use only when windshield is wet)
Push past detent point:
• windshield washer system
• optional headlamp cleaning system (only in exterior lamp positions or ).
When the washer system is activated, the wipers also operate for a limited time.
7 Windshield wiper
0 Wiper off
I Intermittent wiping (optional rain sensor:
One initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor
monitoring the wetness of the windshield.)
II Normal wiper speed
III Fast wiper speed

Note:
The windshield washer reservoir, hoses and nozzles are automatically heated.

Windshield Washer Fluid Mixing Ratio
For temperatures above freezing: MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "S" and water 1 part "S" to
100 parts water (40 ml "S" to 1 gallon water). For temperature below freezing: MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate "S" and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze
1 part "S" to 100 parts solvent (40 ml "S" to 1 gallon solvent).


Windshield Wiper Smears
If the windshield wiper smears the windshield, even dur ing rain, activate the washer system as often
as necessary. The fluid in the washer reservoir should be mixed in the correct ratio.


Blocked Windshield Wiper
If the windshield wiper becomes blocked (for example, due to snow), switch off the wiper. For safety
reasons before removing ice or snow, remove electronic key from steering lock. Remove blockage.
Activate combination switch again (electronic key in steering lock position 1).


Turn Signal Failure
If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster than
normal rate.

Exterior Lamp Switch
Off
Parking lamps (also side marker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel lamps)
Canada only: When the engine is running, the low beam is additionally switched on.
Parking lamps plus low beam or high beam headlamps (combination switch pushed forward).
Standing lamps, right (turn left one stop).
Standing lamps, left (turn left two stops).
Front fog lamps (pull out one stop) with parking lamps and/or low beam headlamps on.
Rear fog lamp (pull out to 2nd detent) in addition to fog lamps. Yellow indicator lamp in lamp switch
comes on.

Standing Lamps
When the vehicle is parked on the street the standing lamps (right or left side parking lamps) can be turned on,
making the vehicle more visible to passing vehicles The standing lamps cannot be operated with the electronic key in
steering lock position 2.

Note:
With the electronic key removed and a front door open, a warning sounds if the vehicle's exterior lamps (except
standing lamps) are not switched off. Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and the low or high
beam headlamps Fog lamps should only be used in conjunction with low beam headlamps
Consult your State or Province Motor Vehicle Regulations regarding allowable lamp operation. Fog lamps are
automatically switched off when the exterior lamp switch is turned to position .


Daytime Running Lamps
Canada only

When the engine is running and the selector lever is in a driving position, the low beam (includes parking lamps,
side marker lamps, taillamps and license plate lamps) are automatically switched on.
When shifting from a driving position to position "N" or "P", the low beam switches off (2 seconds delay).

For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch should be turned to position to permit activation of the high beam
headlamps.

Night Security Illumination

When exiting the vehicle after driving with the exterior lamps on, they switch on again for added illumination for
approximately 30 seconds after closing the last door. The lamp-on time period can be changed at your
Mercedes-Benz dealer.


Inside Rear View Mirror
Manually adjust the mirror.
Use your inside mirror to determine the size and distan ce of objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror.


Antiglare Night Position
With the electronic key in steering lock position 2, the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light
sensitivity. With gear selector lever in position "R", or with the interior lamp switched on, the mirror brightness
does not respond to changes in light sensitivity.

Note:
The automatic antiglare function is restricted, if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the mirror.

Exterior Rear View Mirrors

The switch is located on the center console.
Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2.
First select the mirror to be adjusted - press button:
Left mirror
Right mirror
To adjust, toggle the switch forward, backward or to either side. With the electronic key in steering lock position 2, the
driver's side mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity. With gear selector lever in position
"R",
or with the interior lamp switched on, the driver's side mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light
sensitivity.

Warning !
Exercise care when using the passenger-side mirror. The passenger-side exterior mirror is convex
(outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear.
Check your inside rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Notes:
The exterior mirrors have electrically heated glass. The heater switches on automatically, depending on outside
temperature. If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its normal position, it must be repositioned by
applying firm pressure until it snaps into place.

Ashtrays
Center Console, Front

To remove ashtray:
Push sliding knob (1) toward the right to eject the insert.
To install ashtray:
Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage.
By touching the top of the cover lightly, the ashtray opens automatically.
Prior to removing the ashtray insert, move the gear selector lever to
position "N".
Warning!
Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still. With the gear selector lever in position "N", turn
off the engine and set the parking brake. Otherwise the vehicle might move as a result of unintended
contact with the gear selector lever.



Center Console, Rear

To remove ashtray:
Push center bar down and pull out the ashtray.
To install ashtray:
Install bottom of ashtray, push center bar down, and close ashtray.

Lighter

Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2.
Push in lighter (1); it will pop out automatically when hot.

Warning !
Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter, they are extremely hot, hold at knob only.

Note:
The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W


Sun Visors


Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare.
If sunlight enters through a side window, disengage visor from inner mounting and pivot to the side.



Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
With the visor engaged in its inner mounting, the lamp can be switched on by opening the cover.

Warning !
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.

The lamp goes out automatically after approximately 5 minutes.

Interior Lighting



1. Door contact switch:
Press once and interior lamps are switched on when opening a door. Interior lamps are switched on,
and off (soft fade) delayed, when unlocking or locking the vehicle, or when opening or closing a door.
However, there will be no (soft fade) delay when the electronic key is in steering lock position 2
Press again and interior lamps remain switched off, even when centrally unlocking or opening a door.
2. Press to switch interior and reading lamps on or off.
3. Press to switch rear passenger compartment lamp on or off.
4. Press to switch reading lamp on or off.



Parcel Net in Front Passenger Footwell
A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. It is for small and light items,
such as road maps, mail, etc..

Warning !
Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or objects having sharp edges, in the parcel net.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around
inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants.

Storage Compartments and Cupholder




Glove Box
1. Unlocking: Turn mechanical key to vertical position and remove.
2. Locking: Turn mechanical key to the right and remove.
3. Opening: Pull on handle.

Caution !
Keep compartment lids closed. This will prevent stored objects from being thrown about and
injuring vehicle occupants during an accident and sudden maneuvres.


Storage Compartments in Center Console
To open compartment in armrest: Lift lid with handle (4).
To open compartment under armrest: Lift lid with handle (5).
To close: Lower lid until it engages in lock.

Cupholder in Center Console
To open cover:
Touch top of cover (6) slightly. The cover opens automatically.

To open cup holder:
Briefly press button (7). The cup holder opens automatically.
To store cup holder:
Push button (7) down until cup holder engages. Close cover (6).

Caution !
Keep cup holder closed while travelling. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to
prevent spills. Do not fill containers to a height where the contents could spill during vehicle
maneuvers, especially hot liquids.

Sliding/Pop-Up Roof (optional)

1. to slide roof open
2. to slide roof closed
3. to raise roof at rear
4. to lower roof at rear


Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. The switch is illuminated when the
exterior lamps are switched on (except standing lamps). With the roof closed or tilted open,
a screen can be slid into the roof opening to guard against sun rays. When sliding the roof
open, the screen will also retract.


Warning !
When closing the sliding/ pop-up roof, be sure that there
is no clanger of anyone being harmed by the closing
procedure. The closing procedure can be immediately
reversed by either moving the switch in direction
(1) or (3), turning the mechanical key to the unlocking
position, or pressing button on the remote control,
and holding it.
Notes:
The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur,
refer to Sliding/Pop-Up Roof, Emergency Operation in Index. The sliding/pop-up roof can also be
closed with the mechanical key or infrared remote control while locking the vehicle doors or trunk
(see Central Locking System in Index).


Synchronizing Sliding/Pop-Up Roof
If the power supply was interrupted (battery disconnected or empty), or if the sliding/pop-up roof is
blocked during closing/opening procedure, the system has to be synchronized. To do so, turn electronic
key in steering lock to position 2, move and hold switch in direction (3) until the sliding/pop-up roof is
completely raised at rear, and hold for additional 1 second.