warning MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS COUPE 2005 Owners Manual

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Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*
Warning!
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When opening or closing the tilt/sliding pan-
el, make sure there is no danger of anyone
being harmed by the opening or closing pro-
cedure.
The opening procedure of the tilt/sliding
panel can be immediately halted by releas-
ing the switch or, if the switch was moved
past the resistance point and released, by
moving the switch in any direction.
The closing procedure of the tilt/sliding
panel can be immediately halted by releas-
ing the switch.
The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel is made out of glass. In the event of an
accident, the glass may shatter. This may re-
sult in an opening in the roof.
In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing
their seat belts or not wearing them properly
may be thrown out of the opening. Such an
opening also presents a potential for injury
for occupants wearing their seat belts prop-
erly as entire body parts or portions of them
may protrude from the passenger compart-
ment.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from starter switch, take it with
you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave chil-
dren unattended in the vehicle, or with ac-
cess to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised
use of vehicle equipment can cause an acci-
dent and/or serious personal injury.
!To avoid damaging the seals, do not
transport any objects with sharp edges
which can stick out of the tilt/sliding
panel. Do not open the tilt/sliding pan-
el if there is snow or ice on the roof, as
this could result in malfunctions.
The tilt/sliding panel can be opened or
closed manually should an electrical
malfunction occur (
page 381).

244 Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*
Switch on the ignition (
page 33).Opening and closing the panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel

To open, close, raise, or lower the
tilt/sliding panel, move the roof panel
switch to resistance point in the re-
quired direction of arrows
1to4 .
Release the roof panel switch when the
tilt/sliding panel has reached the de-
sired position.
Fully opening (Express-open) the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel

Move the roof panel switch past the
resistance point in the direction of
arrow 4 and release.
The tilt/sliding panel opens
completely.
Stopping the panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel during Express-open

Move the roof panel switch in any
direction. Opening the panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel with the SmartKey
The power windows (
page 237) will also
be opened or closed when you operate the
tilt/sliding panel with the SmartKey.
iYou can also open or close the tilt/slid-
ing panel using the SmartKey (summer
opening/convenience closing feature)
(page 244).
You can close and reopen the tilt/slid-
ing panel using the air recirculation
button , in the climate control pan-
el (page 173) or automatic climate
control panel (
page 183).
You can close and reopen the tilt/slid-
ing panel using the charcoal filter but-
ton e in the automatic climate
control panel*(page 183).
Warning!
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Never operate the windows or tilt/sliding
panel if there is the possibility of anyone be-
ing harmed by the opening or closing proce-
dure.
In the event that the procedure causes po-
tential danger, the procedure can be imme-
diately halted by releasing the button on the
SmartKey. To reverse direction of move-
ment, press Œ for opening or ‹ for
closing.

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Driving systems
 Driving systems
The driving system of your vehicle is
described on the following pages:

Cruise control, with which the vehicle
can maintain a preset speed
For information on the BAS, ABS and ESP
driving systems, see “Driving safety sys-
tems” (
page 81).
Cruise control
Cruise control automatically maintains the
speed you set for your vehicle.
Use of cruise control is recommended for
driving at a constant speed for extended
periods of time. You can set or resume
cruise control at any speed over 20 mph
(30 km/h).
The cruise control function is operated by
means of the cruise control lever.
The cruise control lever is the uppermost
lever on the left-hand side of the steering
column.
Warning!
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Cruise control is a convenience system
designed to assist the driver during vehicle
operation. The driver is and must remain at
all times responsible for the vehicle speed
and for safe brake operation.
Only use cruise control if the road, the traffic
and weather conditions make it advisable to
travel at a steady speed.

The use of cruise control can be danger-
ous on winding roads or in heavy traffic
because conditions do not allow safe
driving at a steady speed.


The use of cruise control can be danger-
ous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in
tire traction can result in wheel spin and
loss of control.


Deactivate cruise control when driving
in fog.
The “Resume” function should only be oper-
ated if the driver is fully aware of the previ-
ously set speed and wishes to resume this
particular preset speed.

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Driving systems
Setting a higher speed
Lift cruise control lever to position
1
and hold it up until the desired speed is
reached.

Release cruise control lever.
The new speed is set.
Setting a lower speed

Depress cruise control lever to
position 2 and hold it down until the
desired speed is reached.

Release cruise control lever.
The new speed is set. Fine adjustment in 1 mph
(Canada: 1 km/h) increments
Faster

Briefly tip cruise control lever in
direction of arrow
1.
Slower

Briefly tip cruise control lever in
direction of arrow 2. Setting to last stored speed
(“Resume” function)

Briefly push cruise control lever to
position
4.
The cruise control resumes the last set
speed.

Remove your foot from the accelerator
pedal.
iDepressing the accelerator pedal does
not deactivate cruise control. After
brief acceleration (e.g. for passing),
cruise control will resume the last
speed set.
iVehicles with automatic transmission:
When you use the cruise control lever
to decelerate, the transmission will
automatically downshift if the engine’s
braking power does not brake the
vehicle sufficiently.
Warning!
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The speed stored in memory should only be
set again if prevailing road conditions per-
mit. Possible acceleration or deceleration
differences arising from returning to preset
speed could cause an accident and/or seri-
ous injury to you and others.

250 Controls in detailLoadingRoof rack*1 Fastening points
2 Rubber strip

Mount the roof rack only between the
fastening points 1 and in the recess
of the rubber strip 2.

Secure the roof rack according to
manufacturer’s instructions for
installation.
Split rear bench seat
To expand the cargo area, you can fold
down the left and right rear seat backrests.
The two sections can be folded down
separately.
Warning!
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Use only roof racks approved by
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to
avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manu-
facturer’s installation instructions.
!Load the roof rack in such a way that
the vehicle cannot be damaged while
driving.
Make sure

you can fully raise the tilt/sliding
panel*.


you can fully open the trunk lid.
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.

252 Controls in detailLoading
Luggage cover1 Securing straps
Removal
Take off securing straps 1.

Pull cover in direction of arrow 2.
Installation

Place cover into holder.

Attach securing straps to trunk lid.
Loading instructions
The total load weight including vehicle
occupants and luggage/cargo should not
exceed the load limit or vehicle capacity
weight indicated on the corresponding
placard located on the driver’s door
B-pillar.
The handling characteristics of a fully load-
ed vehicle depend greatly on the load dis-
tribution. It is therefore recommended to
load the vehicle according to the illustra-
tions shown, with the heaviest items being
placed towards the front of the vehicle.
Warning!
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If a red indicator is visible with the backrest
up, then the backrest is not properly locked
into position.
Always lock backrest in its upright position
when rear seat bench is occupied, or the
extended cargo compartment is not in use.
Check for secure locking by pushing and
pulling on the backrest.
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.
To help avoid personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care
when transporting cargo.
!Do not place anything on the luggage
cover below the rear window.


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Loading
Always place items being carried against
front or rear seat backrests, and fasten
them as securely as possible.
The heaviest portion of the cargo should
always be kept as low as possible since it
influences the handling characteristics of
the vehicle.
Cargo tie-down rings
Four rings are located in the cargo
compartment.
Carefully secure cargo by applying
even load on all rings with rope of suffi-
cient strength to hold down the cargo.
Always follow loading instructions
(page 252).
Warning!
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Always fasten items being carried as secure-
ly as possible.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle and can cause in-
jury to vehicle occupants unless the items
are securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care
when transporting cargo. Put luggage or car-
go in the trunk if possible. Do not pile lug-
gage or cargo higher than the seat backs.
Do not place anything on the rear-window
shelf.
Never drive vehicle with trunk lid open.
Deadly carbon monoxi
de (CO) gases may
enter vehicle interior resulting in uncon-
sciousness and death.

254 Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartmentsGlove box
1 Glove box lid release
2 Glove box
Opening the glove box

Pull lid release 1.
The glove box lid opens downward.
Closing the glove box

Push lid up to close. 1
Unlocked
2 Locked
Locking the glove box

Insert mechanical key (
page 377)
into the glove box lock and turn it to
position 2.
Unlocking the glove box

Turn mechanical key in the glove box
lock to position 1.
Warning!
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To help avoid personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care
when stowing objects in the vehicle. Put lug-
g a g e o r c a r g o i n t h e t r u n k i f p o s s i b l e . D o n o t
pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat
backs. Do not place anything on the luggage
cover below the rear window.
Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy
objects.
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during
an accident.

256 Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holders in front of seat armrestUnderneath the swiveling cup holder is
another stationary cup holder. You can
only use this when the swiveling cup holder
is pulled out and completely turned
outward.
Sliding out the swiveling cup holder

Press button1.
The cup holder slides upward. Turning the swiveling cup holder
outward

Turn the cup holder in the direction of
arrow
2 until it engages.
You can now use both cup holders.
Warning!
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In order to help prevent spilling liquids on
vehicle occupants, only use containers that
fit into the cup holder. Use lids on open con-
tainers and do not fill containers to a height
where the contents, especially hot liquids,
could spill during braking, vehicle maneu-
vers, or in an accident.
When not in use, keep the cup holder
closed. An open cup holder may cause injury
to you or others when contacted during
braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an acci-
dent.
Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup
holder may come loose during braking, vehi-
cle maneuvers, or in an accident and be
thrown around in the vehicle interior.
Objects thrown around in the vehicle interi-
or may cause an accident and/or serious
personal injury.
!No objects should be in the swiveling
cup holder when the swiveling cup
holder is slided upward. Otherwise the
swiveling cup holder or the objects
could be damaged.

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Useful features
Turning the swiveling cup holder inward
and sliding it in
Turn the cup holder in the direction of
arrow
3 until it engages.
Turn the cup holder in the direction of
arrow 4 until it engages. 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.
Ashtrays
Center console ashtray
1 Cover plate
2 Sliding button
3 Ashtray insert
Briefly press the bottom of cover
plate 1.
The cover plate 1 opens
automatically.
!No objects should be in the stationary
cup holder when the swiveling cup
holder is turned inward and pushed in.
Otherwise the swiveling cup holder or
the objects could be damaged.
Warning!
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Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or ob-
jects having sharp edges, in the parcel net.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, they could be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and cause injury
to vehicle occupants.