suspension MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class COUPE 2015 CL205 Owner's Manual

Crossing vehicles
DISTRONIC PLUS may mistakenly detect
vehicles that are crossing your lane. Activat-
ing DISTRONIC PLUS at traffic lights with
crossing traffic, for example, could cause
your vehicle to pull away unintentionally. Dynamic handling package with
sports mode
General notes The most important part of the dynamic han-
dling package with sports mode is the adjust-
able damping system. This automatically con- trols and adapts the suspension to the
respective driving situation.
The calibration of the suspension depends
on:
R your driving style
R the road surface conditions
R your individual selection; see the following
description
The dynamic handling package with sports
mode also includes steering wheel paddle
shifters (Y page 144) with a manual drive pro-
gram (Y page 146). Example: position of dynamic handling package
with sports mode button
X Start the engine.
Sports tuning The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in
sports mode ensures even better contact
with the road. Select this mode when employ- ing a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding
country roads.
Your selection remains stored until you
switch off the engine.
X Press button 0044.
Indicator lamp 0043lights up. Sports suspen-
sion tuning is selected. Depending on the
engine output, the accelerator pedal is
more responsive. On vehicles with auto-
matic transmission, drive program Sis
selected.
Comfort tuning In comfort mode, the driving characteristics
of your vehicle are more comfortable. There-
fore, select this mode if you favor a more
comfortable driving style. Select comfort
mode also when driving fast on straight roads, e.g. on straight stretches of freeway.
X Press button 0044.
Indicator lamp 0043goes out. Comfortable
suspension tuning is selected. On vehicles
with automatic transmission, drive pro-
gram Eis selected. 168
Driving systemsDriving and parking

Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of
publication of the Operator's Manual.
Country-specific differences are possible.
Please note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all features described. This
also applies to safety-related systems and
functions.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops (Y page 26). Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If wheels and tires of the wrong size are used, the wheel brakes or suspension components
may be damaged. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
Always replace wheels and tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the original
part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to use the
correct:
R designation
R model
When replacing tires, make sure to use the
correct:
R designation
R manufacturer
R model G
WARNING
A flat tire severely impairs the driving, steer-
ing and braking characteristics of the vehicle.
There is a risk of accident.
Tires without run-flat characteristics:
R do not drive with a flat tire.
R immediately replace the flat tire with your
emergency spare wheel or spare wheel, or
consult a qualified specialist workshop. Tires with run-flat characteristics:
R pay attention to the information and warn-
ing notices on MOExtended tires (tires with
run-flat characteristics).
Accessories that are not approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being
used correctly can impair the operating
safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist work-
shop and inquire about:
R suitability
R legal stipulations
R factory recommendations
Information on the dimensions and types of
wheels and tires for your vehicle can be found in the "Wheel/tire combinations" section
(Y page 329).
Information on air pressure for the tires on
your vehicle can be found:
R on the vehicle's Tire and Loading Informa-
tion placard on the B-pillar (Y page 312)
R on the tire pressure label on the fuel filler
flap (Y page 149)
R under "Tire pressure" (Y page 306)
Modification work on the brake system and
wheels is not permitted. The use of spacers or
brake dust shields is not permitted. This inva- lidates the general operating permit for the
vehicle.
i Further information on wheels and tires
can be obtained at any qualified specialist
workshop. Operation
Information on driving
R If the vehicle is heavily loaded, check the
tire pressures and correct them if neces-
sary.
R While driving, pay attention to vibrations,
noises and unusual handling characteris- 302
OperationWheels and tires

Changing a wheel
Flat tire
You can find information on what to do in the
event of a flat tire in the "Flat tire" section
(Y page 286).
Information on driving with MOExtended tires
in the event of a flat tire can be found under
"MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat char-
acteristics" (Y page 287). Rotating the wheels
G
WARNING
Interchanging the front and rear wheels may
severely impair the driving characteristics if
the wheels or tires have different dimensions. The wheel brakes or suspension components
may also be damaged. There is a risk of acci-
dent.
Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels and tires are of the same dimensions.
! On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure
monitor, electronic components are loca-
ted in the wheel.
Tire-mounting tools should not be used
near the valve. This could damage the elec- tronic components.
Only have tires changed at a qualified spe-cialist workshop.
Always observe the instructions and safety
notes in the "Mounting a wheel" section
(Y page 326).
The wear patterns on the front and rear tires
differ, depending on the operating conditions.
Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern has formed on the tires. Front tires typically
wear more on the shoulders and the rear tires in the center.
If your vehicle's tire configuration allows, you can rotate the wheels according to the inter-
vals in the tire manufacturer's warranty book
in your vehicle documents. If no warranty
book is available, the tires should be rotated every 3,000 to 6,000 miles (5,000 to
10,000 km), or earlier if tire wear requires. Do not change the direction of wheel rotation.
Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and
the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel
is rotated. Check the tire pressure and reac-
tivate the tire pressure monitor if necessary.
Information on changing tires and mounting
the spare wheel (Y page 325). Direction of rotation
Tires with a specified direction of rotation
have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk
of hydroplaning. You will only gain these ben-
efits if the correct direction of rotation is
maintained.
An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates its correct direction of rotation. Storing wheels
Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place. Protect the
tires from oil, grease, gasoline and diesel. Cleaning the wheels
G
WARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage to the tires or chassis components. Compo-
nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect-edly. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced imme-
diately. Changing a wheel
325Wheels and tires Z

Tires
C 250 Summer tires
R 16
Tires Wheels
BA: 205/5
5 R16 91 W BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)
R 17
Tires Wheels
BA: 225/45 R17 91 W
6, 7 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
FA: 225/45 R17 91 W
RA: 245/40 R17 91 W
7, 8 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 2.28 in (58 mm)
R 18
Tires Wheels
FA: 225/40 R18 92 Y XL
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL 8, 9 FA: 7.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm)
FA: 225/40 R18 92 Y XL
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL 8, 9 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.97 in (50 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm)
6
Not in combination with sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling package code 483.
7 Available as MOExtended tires.
8 Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
9 Additional measures necessary (hub caps on rear axle, code 776). Wheel and tire combinations
331Wheels and tires Z

Winter tires
R18
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 225/40 R 18 92 H M+S
004D BA: 7.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm) BA: 225/40 R 18 92 H M+S
004D BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.97 in (50 mm) C 350
Summer tires
R 17
Tires Wheels
BA: 225/45 R17 91 W
6, 7 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
FA: 225/45 R17 91 W
RA: 245/40 R17 91 W
7, 8 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 2.28 in (58 mm)
R 18
Tires Wheels
FA: 225/40 R18 92 Y XL
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
8, 9 FA: 7.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm)
FA: 225/40 R18 92 Y XL
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
8, 9 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.97 in (50 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm)
6
Not in combination with sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling package code 483.
7 Available as MOExtended tires.
8 Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
9 Additional measures necessary (hub caps on rear axle, code 776). 334
Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires

C 350 4MATIC
Summer tires
R 17 Tires Wheels
BA: 225/45 R17 91 W
6, 7 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
FA: 225/45 R17 91 W
RA: 245/40 R17 91 W
7, 8 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 2.28 in (58 mm)
R 18
Tires Wheels
FA: 225/40 R18 92 Y XL
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
8, 9 FA: 7.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm)
FA: 225/40 R18 92 Y XL
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
8, 9 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.97 in (50 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm)
All-weather tires
R17
Tires Alloy wheels
FA: 225/45 R17 91 H M+S
RA: 245/40 R17 91 H M+S
8 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 2.28 in (58 mm) 6
Not in combination with sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling package code 483.
7 Available as MOExtended tires.
8 Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
9 Additional measures necessary (hub caps on rear axle, code 776). 336
Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires

Always have work on the climate control sys-
tem carried out at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Refrigerant instruction label Example: refrigerant instruction label
0043 Warning symbol
0044 Refrigerant filling capacity
0087 Applicable standards
0085 PAG oil part number
0083 Type of refrigerant
Warning symbol 0043advises you about:
R possible dangers
R having service work carried out at a quali-
fied specialist workshop
Filling capacities All models Capacity
Refrigerant
20.8 ± 0.4 oz
(590 ± 10 g) PA
G oil 4.2 oz
(120 g) Vehicle data
General notes
Please note that for the specified vehicle
data: R the heights specified may vary as a result
of:
- tires
- load
- condition of the suspension
- optional equipment
R optional equipment reduces the maximum
payload. Dimensions and weights
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
Model
0043 0043
Opening height C 250
C 250 Sport
C 350
C 350 4MATIC
C 63 AMG Vehicle data
349Technical data Z