ignition MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class 2000 W202 Owner's Manual

Instruments and Controls
For more detailed descriptions see Index.
For adjustments of air outlets, refer to Automatic
Climate Control (see Index).
1. Side air outlet, adjustable
2. Air volume control for side air outlet
3. Exterior lamp switch
4. Parking brake release
5. Hood lock release
6. Parking brake pedal
7. Steering wheel adjustment lever
8. Combination switch
9. Cruise control switch
10. Horn, airbag
11. Instrument cluster
12. Steering lock with ignition/starter switch
13. Center air outlets, adjustable
14. Air volume control for center air outlets
15. Glove box (illuminated with electronic
key in steering lock position 1 or 2)
16. Left front seat heater switch

17. ASR or ESP control switch
18. Switch for rear seat head restraints
19. Hazard warning flasher switch
20. Central locking switch,
21. Switch for Tow-Away Protection
Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system
22. Right front seat heater switch
23. Climate control (C 230)
Automatic climate control (C 280,
C43 AMG)
Rear window defroster switch
24. Audio system
25. Open storage compartment
26. Ashtray with lighter
27. Storage/eyeglasses compartment
28. Power window switches, front doors
29. Power window safety switch, rear doors
30. Airbag off indicator lamp
31. Power window switches, rear doors
32. Trunk lid release switch
33. Mirror adjustment switch

Airbags

1. Driver airbag
2. Front passenger airbag
3. Side impact airbag





The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the seat belt. In some
cases, however, the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced by an airbag. The driver airbag is located
in the steering wheel hub. The passenger airbag is located in the dashboard ahead of the passenger.
The side impact airbags are located in the front doors. In conjunction with wearing the seat belts with emergency
tensioning retractors, the airbags can provide increased protection for the driver and passenger in certain major
frontal (for front airbags) and side impacts (for side impact airbags). The operational readiness of the airbag system is
verified by the indicator lamp "SRS" in the instrument cluster when turning the electronic key in steering lock to
position 1 or 2. If no fault is detected, the lamp will go out after approximately 4 seconds; after the lamp goes out, the
system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by
coming on again.
The following system components are monitored or undergo a self-check: crash-sensor(s), airbag ignition circuits,
front seat belt buckles, emergency tensioning retractors, seat sensor . Initially, when the electronic key is turned from
steering lock position 0 to positions 1 or 2, malfunctions in the crash-sensor are detected and indicated (the "SRS"
indicator lamp stays on longer than 4 seconds or does not come on). Have the system checked at your authorized
Merzedes-Benz dealer immediately. In the operational mode, after the indicator lamp has gone out following the initial
check, interruptions or short circuits in the airbag ignition circuit and in the driver and passenger seat belt buckle
harnesses, and low voltage in the entire system are detected and indicated.

Warning !
In the event a malfunction of the "SRS" is indicated as outlined above, the "SRS" may not be operational. For
your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately to have
the system checked; otherwise the "SRS" may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could
result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in
injury.


Front Airbags
The driver and passenger front "SRS" airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts.
The front passenger airbag deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied and the indicator lamp on the
center console is not illuminated.

Note:
Heavy objects on front passenger seat can cause the passenger front airbag to deploy in a crash.


Side Impact Airbags
The side impact "SRS" airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts. Only the side impact airbag on
the impacted side of the vehicle deploys. The side impact airbag for the front passenger deploys only if the front
passenger
seat is occupied. Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a properly positioned and fastened seat belt.

Note:
Heavy objects on front passenger seat can cause the side impact airbag to deploy in a crash.

Hood






To open:
To unlock the hood, pull release lever (1) under the driver's side of the instrument panel. At the same time handle
(2) will extend out of the radiator grill (it may be necessary to lift the hood up slightly).

Caution !
To avoid damage to the windshield wiper or hood, open the hood only with wiper in the parked position. Pull handle
(2) completely out of radiator grill and open hood (do not pull up on handle).

To close:
Lower hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approx. 1 ft. (30 cm), assisting with hands placed flat on edges
of hood (3). To avoid hood damage, if hood is not fully closed, repeat closing procedure. Do not push down on hood
to attempt to fully close it.

Warning!

To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running.
Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. When closing hood, use extreme caution not to catch
hands or fingers. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it
is dangerous to touch any components (ignition coils, spark plug sockets, diagnostic socket) of the ignition
system
• with the engine running,
• while starting the engine,
• if ignition is "on" and the engine is turned manually.
If you see flames, steam or smoke coming from the engine compartment, or if the coolant temperature
gauge indicates that the engine is overheated, do not open the hood. Move away from vehicle and do not
open the hood until the engine has cooled. If necessary, call a fire department.