ESP MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class COUPE 2014 CL204 Owner's Manual

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WARNING
Warning notes make you aware dangers
which could pose a threat to your health or
life, or to the health and life of others. H
Environmental note
Environmental notes provide you with
information on environmentally aware actions
or disposal.
! Notes on material damage alert you to
dangers that could lead to damage to your
vehicle. i
Practical tips or further information that
could be helpful to you.
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Display
Display This font indicates a display in the
multifunction display/COMAND
display.
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As at 31.10.2012

Temperature gauge ........................ 188
Warning lamp ................................. 241
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 26
Cornering light function Changing bulbs .............................. 114
Display message ............................ 214
Function/notes ............................. 109
Crash-responsive emergency
lighting ............................................... 112
Cruise control Cruise control leve r....................... 156
Deactivating ................................... 157
Display message ............................ 225
Driving system ............................... 155
Function/notes ............................. 155
Important safety notes ..................155
Setting aspeed .............................. 157
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................ .156
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 251
Important safety notes ..................251
Rea rcompartmen t......................... 251
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ...25
Customer Relations Department .......25 D
Dashboard see Instrument cluster
Dashboard lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 216
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 200
Switching on/off (switch) ..............107
Dealerships
see Qualified specialist workshop
Declarations of conformity ................. 24
Delaye dswitch-off
Exterio rlighting (on-board
computer )...................................... 200
Interior lighting .............................. 201Diagnostics connection
......................24
Digital speedometer .........................192
Display (cleaning instructions) ........278
Display messages ASSYST PLUS ................................ 268
Calling up (on-board computer) .....206
Driving systems ............................. 220
Engine ............................................ 217
General notes ................................ 206
Hiding (on-board computer) ...........206
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 230
Lights ............................................ .214
Safety systems .............................. 207
SmartKey ....................................... 230
Tires ............................................... 226
Vehicle .......................................... .228
Distance recorder ............................. 191
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp) ....243
DISTRONIC PLUS Activatio ncondition s..................... 159
Deactivating ................................... 163
Display message ............................ 223
Displays in the multifunction
displa y........................................... 163
Driving tips .................................... 164
Function/notes ............................. 157
Important safety notes ..................157
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 162
Warning lamp ................................. 243
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 201
Automatic locking (switch) .............. .78
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ...................................... .72
Control panel ................................... 35
Display message ............................ 229
Emergency locking ........................... 79
Emergency unlocking .......................79
Important safety notes ....................77
Opening (from inside) ......................78
Drinking and driving .........................150
Drinks holder see Cuph older Index
7

Drive program
Automati c...................................... 141
Display ........................................... 139
Manual .......................................... .143
SETUP (on-board computer) ..........203
Drive program selector .....................141
Driver's door see Doors
Driver's seat
see Seats
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service .................269
Symmetrical low bea m.................. 106
Driving lamps
see Daytime running lamps
Driving on flooded roads ..................154
Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .......62
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 67
BAS (Brake Assist System) ..............62
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .............................................. .63
Electroni cbrake force distribution ...67
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .................................... 64, 65
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 64
Important safety information ...........61
Overview .......................................... 61
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake ............................ .67
Driving systems
Active Blind Spot Assis t................. 180
Active Driving Assistance package 180
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............183
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................176
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 177
Cruise control ................................ 155
Display message ............................ 220
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 157
Dynami chandling package with
sports mod e.................................. 165
HOLD function ............................... 166
Lane Keeping Assist ......................178
Lane Tracking package ..................176
Parking Guidance ........................... 172
PARKTRONI C................................. 169RAC
ESTART (AMG vehicles) ..........167
Rea rview camera .......................... 175
Driving tips
Automatic transmission .................140
Brakes ........................................... 152
Break-in period .............................. 130
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 164
Downhill gradient ........................... 152
Drinking and driving .......................150
Driving abroad ............................... 106
Driving in winter ............................ .155
Driving on flooded road s................ 154
Driving on wet road s...................... 154
Exhaus tcheck ............................... 151
Fuel ................................................ 150
General .......................................... 150
Hydroplaning ................................. 154
Icy road surfaces ........................... 155
Limited braking efficiency on
salted road s................................... 153
Snow chains .................................. 299
Symmetrical low bea m.................. 106
Wet road surface ........................... 153
DVD audio (on-board computer) ......195
DVD video (on-board computer) ......195
Dynamic handling package with
sports mode ....................................... 165 E
EASY-ENTRY feature Activating/deactivating .................202
Function/notes ................................ 99
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ........................... 100
Function/notes ................................ 99
Switching on/off ........................... 202
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message ............................ 208
Function/notes ................................ 67
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 151
On-board computer .......................192
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start ..................135
Automatic engine switch-off ..........135
Deactivating/activating .................1368
Index

General informatio
n....................... 135
Important safety notes ..................135
Introduction ................................... 134
Electronic brake force
distribution
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
(Electroni cStability Program)
Emergenc yrelease
Driver's door .................................... 79
Trunk ......................................... 82, 83
Vehicle ............................................. 79
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 328
Important safety notes ..................328
Storage location ............................ 329
Technical data ............................... 330
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function .......................................... .55
Safety guideline s............................. 39
Emissions control
Service and warranty information ....21
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 240
Display message ............................ 217
ECO start/stop function ................134
Engine number ............................... 333
Irregularr unning............................ 137
Jump-starting ................................. 288
Starting problems ..........................137
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 133
Starting with KEYLESS-GO .............133
Switching off .................................. 149
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 292
Engine, jump starting
see Jump starting (engine)
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ...................137
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 271
Additives ........................................ 336
Checking the oil level ..................... 270
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 271
Display message ............................ 219Filling capacity
............................... 336
Notes about oil grades ................... 336
Notes on oil level/consumption ....270
Temperature (on-board computer) .203
Viscosity ........................................ 336
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) AMG menu (on-board computer) ...203
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 66
Deactivating/activating (except
AMG vehicles) ................................ 197
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ......................65
Display message ............................ 207
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 64
Function/notes ......................... 64, 65
Important safety information ...........64
Warning lamp ................................. 236
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 64
Exhaus tcheck ................................... 151
Exhaus ttail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 278
Exterior lighting Setting options .............................. 106
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 100
Dipping (automatic) .......................102
Folding in/ou t(automatically) .......101
Folding in/ou t(electrically) ...........101
Folding in whe nlocking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 202
Out of position (troubleshooting) ...102
Setting ........................................... 101
Storing settings (memory function) 103
Storing the parking position ..........102 F
Fille rcap
see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 282
Flat tire MOExtended run-fla tsystem ......... 283
Preparing the vehicle .....................283
see Emergency spare wheel Index
9

Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 72
Lowering
........................................ 324
Maintenance .................................... 22
Parking for a long period ................ 150
Pulling away ................................... 134
Raising ........................................... 321
Reporting problems .........................25
Securing from rolling away ............321
Towing away .................................. 290
Transporting .................................. 292
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........79
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................72
Vehicle data ................................... 340
Vehicle data ....................................... 340
Vehicle dimensions ...........................340
Vehicle emergency locking ................79
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ..............332
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 282
Video (DVD) ........................................ 195
VIN ...................................................... 332W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 234
Brakes ........................................... 234
Check Engine ................................. 240
Coolant .......................................... 241
Distance warning ........................... 243
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 243
ESP ®
.............................................. 236
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 237
Fuel tank ........................................ 240
Overview .......................................... 30
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................45
Reserve fuel ................................... 240
Seat bel t........................................ 232
SPORT handling mode ...................237
SRS ................................................ 239
Tire pressure monitor ....................244
Warranty ............................................ 332
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 230
Wheel bol ttightening torque ...........324
Wheel chock ...................................... 321Wheels
Changing awheel .......................... 320
Checking ........................................ 297
Cleaning ......................................... 275
Cleaning (warning) .........................320
Emergency spare wheel .................328
Important safety notes ..................296
Interchanging/changing ................320
Mounting anew wheel ................... 323
Mounting awheel .......................... 320
Removing awheel .......................... 323
Storing ........................................... 320
Tightening torque ........................... 324
Whee lsize/tir esize ....................... 324
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 211
Operation ........................................ .44
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 125
Windshiel dwasher fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system ..............273
Notes ............................................. 338
Windshiel dwipers
Problem (malfunction) ...................118
Replacing the wiper blades ............117
Switching on/off ........................... 116
Winte rdriving
Important safety note s.................. 298
Slippery road surfaces ...................155
Snow chains .................................. 299
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 298
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 276
Important safety notes ..................117
Replacing ....................................... 117
Wooden trim (cleaning instructions) 278
Workshops see Qualified specialist workshop Z
ZONE function Switching on/off ........................... 125 Index
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Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive 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
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to 0001of its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption. Environmental concerns and
recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to
regenerate or re-use them. Observe the
relevant environmental rules and regulations
when disposing of materials. In this way you
will help to protect the environment. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
H
Environmental 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
Devices, as well as control units and
sensors for these restraint systems, may be
installed in the following areas of your
vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R cockpit
R instrument cluster
R center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint
systems. 20
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In situations like this, the body, the
undercarriage, chassis parts, wheels or
tires could be damaged withou
tthe
damage being visible. Components
damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail
or, in the case of an accident, no longer
withstand the strain they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system for an
extended period, they can catch fire.
Have the vehicle checked and repaired
immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop. If on continuing your journey
you notice that driving safety is impaired,
pull over and stop the vehicle immediately,
paying attention to road and traffic
conditions. In such cases, visit a qualified
specialist workshop. Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves USA:
"The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) These devices may not cause
harmful interference, and 2) These devices
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device." Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop. G
WARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a
diagnostics connection in the vehicle. G
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or obstruct adepressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle
is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficien tclearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats and do not place floormats on
top of one another.
! If the engine is switched off and
equipmen tonthe diagnostics connection
is used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. This
may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
requirements of the next emissions test
during the main inspection. Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Ben zCenter is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the
necessary specialist knowledge, tools and 24
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qualifications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the Maintenance
Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
R work relevant to safety
R service and maintenance work
R repair work
R alterations, installation work and
modifications
R work on electronic components Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when
driving your vehicle:
R the safety notes in this manual
R the Technical Data section in this manual
R traffic rules and regulations
R laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience aproble mwith your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affec tits safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
agai nwith a Mercedes-Ben zCenter or
contact us at one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-BenzC
anada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Reporting safety defects
USA only:
The following text is published as required of
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.
Federal Regulations, Part 57 5pursuan tto the
"National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966".
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA )in addition to
notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds tha ta
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov Limited Warranty
! Follow the instructions in this manual
aboutt he proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions is not covered either by the Introduction
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Warning and indicator lamps
Function Page
0002
000D
ESP® 236
0003
SPORT handling
mode in AMG vehicles 237
0003
000A
Distance warning 243
0022
0015
ESP®
OFF 236
0021
000B
Brakes (USA only) 234
001F
0005
Brakes (Canada only) 234
0020
00070006
Turn signals 108
0012
0018
ABS 234
0013
001E
SRS 239
0014
000C
Check Engine 240
0015
0012
Tire pressure monitor 244 Function Page
0016
0012
Seat belt 232
0018
000D
ESP®
in AMG vehicles 237
0019
000A
Coolant 241
001A
000A
High-beam
headlamps 109
001B
000B
Low-beam
headlamps 107
001D
0014
Parking lamps 108
001E
000E
Rearfog lamp 108
0023
000C
Front fog lamps 107
0024
000E
Reserve fuel 24030
Instrument clusterAt a glance

Center console
Center console, upper section
Function Page
0002
Audio system/COMAND;
see the separate operating
instructions
0002
Audio system/COMAND;
see the separate operating
instructions
0003
0009
Seat heating 96
0022
0011
Seat ventilation 98 Function Page
0021
0005
PARKTRONIC 169
001F
001A
Hazard warning
lamps 109
0020
0019001B
Indicator lamp 45
0012
0003
Dynamic driving
package with sports mode 165
0013
0015
AMG vehicles: ESP ® 6632
Center consoleAt a glance