light MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS ESTATE 2014 Manual PDF

Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus cannot take
into account road, weather or traffic condi-
tions. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is only
an aid. You are responsible for adjusting the
vehicle's lighting to the prevailing light, visi-
bility and traffic conditions.
In particular, the detection of obstacles can
be restricted if there is:
R poor visibility, e.g. due to fog, heavy rain or
snow
R dirt on the sensors or if the sensors are
obscured
Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist
PLUS on/off X
To switch on: turn the light switch to Ã.
X Press the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of arrow :.
The _ indicator lamp in the multifunc-
tion display lights up when it is dark and the light sensor activates the dipped-beam
headlamps.
If you are driving at speeds above 25 km/h:
The headlamp range is set automatically
depending on the distance between the
vehicle and other road users.
If you are driving at speeds above approx-
imately 30 km/h and no other road users
are recognised:
The main-beam headlamps are switched on
automatically. The Kindicator lamp in
the instrument cluster also lights up.
If you are driving at speeds above 45 km/h and other road users are recognised:
Partial main-beam is selected automati-
cally. The Kindicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster also lights up.
If you are driving at speeds below approx-
imately 40 km/h:
The partial main-beam headlamps are
switched off automatically. If no other road users are recognised, the main-beam head-
lamps are switched on. If you are driving at speeds below approx-
imately 25 km/h or the roads are ade-
quately illuminated:
The main-beam headlamps are switched off
automatically. The Kindicator lamp in
the instrument cluster goes out. The _
indicator lamp in the multifunction display
remains lit.
X To switch off: move the combination
switch back to its normal position or move the light switch to another position.
The _ indicator lamp in the multifunc-
tion display goes out. Headlamps misted up on the inside
Certain climatic and physical conditions may
cause moisture to form in the headlamp. This
moisture does not affect the functionality of
the headlamp. Interior lighting
Overview of interior lighting
Front overhead control panel :
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
; | Switches the automatic interior
lighting control on/off
= c Switches the front interior lighting
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u Switches the rear interior lighting
on/off
A p Switches the right-hand front read-
ing lamp on/off
Control panel in the grab handle (rear
compartment) :
Reading lamp
; p Switches the reading lamp on/off Interior lighting control
General notes In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from
discharging, the interior lighting functions are
automatically deactivated after some time,
unless the key is in position 2in the ignition
lock.
The colour, brightness and display lamp for
the ambient lighting may be set using
COMAND Online or Audio 20 (see the sepa-
rate operating instructions).
Automatic interior lighting control X
To switch on/off: press the|button.
When the automatic interior lighting con-
trol is activated, the button is flush with the overhead control panel.
The interior lighting automatically switches
on if you:
R unlock the vehicle
R open a door
R remove the key from the ignition lock The interior lighting is activated for a short
time when the key is removed from the igni-
tion lock. This delayed switch-off can be
adjusted using COMAND Online or Audio 20
(see the separate operating instructions).
Manual interior lighting control X
To switch the front interior lighting on/
off: press the cbutton.
X To switch the rear interior lighting on/
off: press the ubutton.
X To switch the reading lamps on/off:
press the pbutton. Crash-responsive emergency lighting
The interior lighting is activated automatically
if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
X To switch off the crash-responsive
emergency lighting: press the hazard
warning lamp button.
or X Lock and then unlock the vehicle using the
key. Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Bulbs, lamps and plug connectors can
become very hot during use. When replacing a bulb, you could burn yourself on these com-
ponents. There is a risk of injury.
Allow these components to cool down beforereplacing the bulb.
Do not use a bulb that has been dropped or if
its glass tube has been scratched.
The bulb may explode if:
R you touch it
R it is hot Replacing bulbs
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R
you drop it
R you scratch it
Only operate bulbs in enclosed lamps
designed for that purpose. Only fit spare
bulbs of the same type and the specified volt- age.
Marks on the glass tube reduce the service
life of the bulbs. Do not touch the glass tube
with your bare hands. If necessary, clean the
glass tube when cold with alcohol or spirit and
rub it off with a lint-free cloth.
Protect bulbs from moisture during opera-
tion. Do not allow bulbs to come into contact
with liquids.
Replace only the bulbs listed (Y page 142).
Have the bulbs that you cannot replace your-
self replaced at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
If you require assistance replacing bulbs, con-
sult a qualified specialist workshop.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Vehicles with LED headlamps: the front
light clusters of your vehicle are equipped
with LED light bulbs. Do not replace the bulbs
yourself. Contact a qualified specialist work-
shop which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required. Overview of bulb types
You can replace the following bulbs. The
details for the bulb type can be found in the
legend. Vehicles with halogen headlamps
:
Dipped-beam headlamp: H7 55 W
; Main-beam headlamp: H7 55 W
= Turn signal lamp: PWY 24 W Tail lamp (halogen headlamps)
:
Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W
; Reversing lamp: W 16 W Tail lamp (LED headlamps)
:
Reversing lamp: W 16 W 142
Replacing bulbsLigh
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Replacing front bulbs (vehicles with
halogen headlamps)
Fitting/removing the cover on the front wheel arch You must remove the cover of the front wheel
housing before you can change the front turn signal lamp.
X To remove: switch off the lights.
X Turn the front wheels inwards.
X Turn rotary knob :180° outwards until it
stops using a suitable object.
Cover ;is released.
X Fold cover ;upwards.
X To fit: insert cover ;into the left, right and
two lower catches.
X Turn rotary knob :180° inwards until it
stops using a suitable object.
Cover ;is locked.
Dipped-beam headlamps X
Switch off the lights.
X Open the bonnet. X
Turn housing cover :anti-clockwise and
pull it out.
X Turn bulb holder ;anti-clockwise and pull
it out.
X Take the bulb out of bulb holder ;.
X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.
X Insert bulb holder ;into the lamp and turn
it clockwise.
X Align housing cover :and turn it clock-
wise until it engages.
Main-beam headlamps X
Switch off the lights.
X Open the bonnet.
X Turn housing cover :anti-clockwise and
pull it out.
X Turn bulb holder ;anti-clockwise and pull
it out.
X Take the bulb out of bulb holder ;.
X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.
X Insert bulb holder ;into the lamp and turn
it clockwise.
X Align housing cover :and turn it clock-
wise until it engages. Replacing bulbs
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Turn signals
X
Remove the cover in the front wheel arch
(Y page 143).
X Turn housing cover :anti-clockwise and
pull it out.
X Turn bulb holder ;anti-clockwise, unlock
it and pull it out.
X Take the bulb out of bulb holder ;.
X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.
X Insert bulb holder ;into the lamp and turn
it clockwise.
X Align housing cover :and turn it clock-
wise until it engages.
X Replace the cover in the front wheel arch
(Y page 143). Replacing the rear bulbs
Opening and closing the side trim pan-
els Example: right-hand side trim panel You must open the side trim panel in the lug-
gage compartment before you can replace
the bulbs in the tail lamps.
X To open: release right or left side trim
panel :at the top and fold it down in the
direction of the arrow.
X To close: insert side panel :.
Tail lamps Replacing turn signal bulbs (halogen
headlamps)
X Switch off the lights.
X Open the luggage compartment.
X Open the side trim panel (Y page 144). X
Turn bulb holder :anti-clockwise and pull
it out.
X Turn bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight
pressure, and remove it from the bulb
holder :.
X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder :and
turn it clockwise.
X Insert bulb holder :into the lamp and turn
it clockwise.
X Close the side trim panel (Y page 144).
Changing the reversing lamp
Due to their location, have the bulbs in the
reversing lamp in the tailgate changed at a
qualified specialist workshop. X Switch off the lights.
X Open the tailgate. 144
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Example: right-hand side handle
X In recess ?on the inside of the closing
handle, prise out and remove the upper
section of handle =with a flat and smooth
object, e.g. a screwdriver.
X Pull the lower section of handle :using a
sharp, sudden movement to remove it from the trim and then place it to one side. X
Reach under the right-hand side of trim B
and apply a gentle jolting force along the
entire length of the trim in order to unclip it.
X Pull out connector Cof the surround light-
ing by releasing the latches.
X Vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate: pull out
the connector for the operating switch.
X Vehicles with electrical fold-out trailer
hitch: pull out the connector plug for the
operating switch.
X Place trim Bto one side. X
On the side where the bulb is to be
changed, unclip the remaining part of trim
D from the assembly using a sudden,
sharp movements, until bulb holder Eis
accessible. Vehicles with halogen headlamps
Vehicles with LED headlamps
X Pull the bulb out of bulb holder E.
X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder E.
X Position trim Dand engage it in place by
tapping it with your hand.
X Before beginning the installation, check
that all the metal clips are inserted in the Replacing bulbs
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parts placed to one side: 2 clips
;in the
upper part of handle =and 4 clips Ain
trim B.
X If not, remove the missing metal clips from
the metal openings in the tailgate and
insert them in the appropriate places.
X Take trim Band connect plug connector
C to the surround lighting.
i The surround lighting only illuminates
when the tailgate has been shut and reop-
ened.
X Vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate: insert
the connector for the operating switch.
X Vehicles with electrical fold-out trailer
hitch: insert the connector for the operat-
ing switch.
X Position trim Band engage it in place by
tapping it with your hand, starting from the outside.
X Clip in the lower section of handle :again.
X Insert and engage the upper section of han-
dle =into lower section :.Windscreen wipers
Switching the windscreen wipers on/
off
! Do not operate the windscreen wipers
when the windscreen is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windscreen can
scratch the glass if wiping takes place when the windscreen is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the wind-
screen wipers in dry weather conditions,
always operate them using washer fluid.
! If the windscreen wipers leave smears on
the windscreen after the vehicle has been
washed in an automatic car wash, this may
be due to wax or other residue. Clean the
windscreen with washer fluid after an auto- matic car wash. !
Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due
to optical influences and the windscreen
becoming dirty in dry weather conditions,
the windscreen wipers may be activated
inadvertently. This could damage the wind- screen wiper blades or scratch the wind-
screen.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windscreen wipers in dry weather. 1
$ Windscreen wipers off
2 Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity)
3 Å Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity)
4 ° Continuous wipe, slow
5 ¯ Continuous wipe, fast
B í Single wipe/ îto wipe the wind-
screen using washer fluid
X Turn the key to position 1or 2in the ignition
lock (Y page 185).
X Turn the combination switch to the corre-
sponding position.
Vehicles with a rain sensor: in theÄor
Å position, the appropriate wiping fre-
quency is automatically set according to the
intensity of the rain. In the Åposition, the
rain sensor is more sensitive than in the Ä
position, causing the windscreen wipers to
wipe more frequently.
If the wiper blades are worn, the windscreen
will no longer be wiped properly. This could
prevent you from observing the traffic condi-
tions. 146
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Switching the rear window wiper on/
off Combination switch
:
è Switch
2 ô Wipes with washer fluid
3 ISwitches on intermittent wiping
4 0Switches off intermittent wiping
5 ô Wipes with washer fluid
X Turn the key to position 1or 2in the ignition
lock (Y page 185).
X Turn switch :on the combination switch
to the corresponding position.
When the rear window wiper is switched on,
a symbol appears in the assistance graphic
in the instrument cluster. Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If the windscreen wipers begin to move while
you are changing the wiper blades, you can be trapped by the wiper arm. There is a risk of
injury.
Always switch off the windscreen wipers and
ignition before changing the wiper blades.
! Never open the bonnet/tailgate if a wiper
arm is folded away from the windscreen/
rear window.
Never fold a windscreen wiper arm without a wiper blade back onto the windscreen/
rear window. Hold the windscreen wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release
the wiper arm without a wiper blade and it
falls onto the windscreen/rear window, the windscreen/rear window may be damaged
by the force of the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
! To avoid damaging the windscreen wiper
blades, make sure that you touch only the
wiper arm of the windscreen wiper.
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades Moving the wiper blades to the vertical
position
On vehicles without KEYLESS-GO:
X Turn the key to position 1or 2in the ignition
lock (Y page 185).
X Set the windscreen wipers to position
°.
X When the wiper arms have reached the ver-
tical position, turn the key to position 0and
remove it from the ignition lock.
X Fold the wiper arm away from the wind-
screen.
On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO:
X Switch off the engine.
X Remove your foot from the brake pedal.
X Set the windscreen wipers to position
°.
X Press the Start/Stop button repeatedly
until the windscreen wipers start.
X When the wiper arms have reached the ver-
tical position, press the Start/Stop button.
X Fold the wiper arm away from the wind-
screen. Windscreen wipers
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Removing the wiper blades
X
Hold onto the wiper arm with one hand.
With the other hand, turn wiper blade in
direction of arrow :away from the wiper
arm as far as it will go.
X Slide catch ;in the direction of arrow =
until it engages in the removal position with
a noticeable click. X
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of
arrow ?away from the wiper arm.
Fitting the wiper blades X
Insert the new wiper blade into the wiper
arm in the direction of arrow :. X
Slide catch ;in the direction of arrow =
until it engages in the locking position with a noticeable click.
X Make sure that the wiper blade is seated
correctly.
X Fold the wiper arm back onto the wind-
screen. X
Remove protective film :of the service
indicator on the tip of the wiper blade.
If the colour of the service indicator changes
from black to yellow, the wiper blades should be replaced.
i The duration of the colour change varies
depending on the terms of use. 148
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Replacing the rear window wiper blades
Removing the wiper blades
X
Remove the key from the ignition lock.
X Fold wiper arm ?away from the rear win-
dow.
X Press both release clips ;.
X Fold wiper blade :in the direction of
arrow =away from wiper arm ?.
X Remove wiper blade :in the direction of
arrow A.
Fitting a wiper blade X
Position new wiper blade :with recess B
on lug A.
X Fold wiper blade :in the direction of
arrow =onto the wiper arm until retaining
clips ;engage in bracket ?.
X Make sure that wiper blade :is seated
correctly.
X Fold the wiper arm back onto the rear win-
dow. Windscreen wipers
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