Fuel filter MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class SEDAN 2012 W204 Owner's Manual

an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
this purpose.
! If the parking brake is being tested on a
brake dynamometer, the ignition must be
switched off (SmartKey or Start/Stop
button in position 0 or 1), as ESP ®
will
otherwise automatically intervene. The
brake system could otherwise be damaged.
Refueling
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking
materials near gasoline.
Turn off the engine before refueling.
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing
contact.
Direct skin contact with fuels and the
inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your
health.
GWARNING
Overfilling of the fuel tank may create
pressure in the system which could cause a
gas discharge. This could cause the gasoline
to spray back out when removing the fuel
pump nozzle, which could cause personal
injury.
GWARNING
C 300 and C 300 Sport with automatic
transmission:
Flexible fuel vehicle (with Ethanol up to
E85! sticker on the fuel filler flap):
Ethanol fuel (E85) and its vapors are highly
flammable, poisonous and fast burning.
Ethanol fuel can cause serious injury if ignited,
or if you come into contact with it or inhale its
vapors. Avoid inhaling ethanol vapors. Avoid
skin contact with ethanol. Extinguish any
naked flames before refueling. Never allow
sparks or smoking materials near ethanol.
! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
gasoline engine. Even small amounts of the
wrong fuel result in damage to the fuel
system and engine.
! Do not switch on the ignition if you
accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel lines.
Notify a qualified specialist workshop and
have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained
completely.
Gasoline
Fuel grade
! You should only refuel with premium-
grade unleaded gasoline, as this avoids
damaging the catalytic converter.
Flexible fuel vehicles, identifiable from the
label inside the fuel filler flap, can be
refueled with E85. For further information
on flexible fuel, see "Fuel".
If engine running problems are apparent,
have the cause checked immediately and
repaired. Excess unburned fuel can
otherwise enter the catalytic converter,
leading to overheating and possibly
causing a fire.
! Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can.
Otherwise, the fuel lines and/or injection
system could be blocked by particles from
the fuel can.
i Only refuel with premium-grade unleaded
gasoline with a specified minimum octane
number of 91 (average value of 96 RON/
86 MON).
You will usually find information about the
fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find
the label on the pump, ask the staff for
assistance.
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Capacities
Missing values were not available at time of going to print.ModelCapacityFuel, coolant,
lubricants, etc.Engine oil and
filterC 2505.8 US qt (5.5 l)Approved engine
oilsC 250 4MATIC 31
C 300 4MATIC7.4 US qt (7.0 l)C 350
C 350 4MATIC 31C 63 AMG329.0 US qt (8.5 l)Cooling systemC 250Approximately 7.6 US qt
(7.2 l)MB 325.0 or
MB 326.0
antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitorC 250 4MATIC 31
C 300 4MATICApproximately 8.9 US qt
(8.4 l)C 350
C 350 4MATIC 31C 63 AMGApproximately 12.4 US qt
(11.7 l)Tank capacityC 25015.6 US gal (59.0 l)Premium-grade
unleaded gasoline
(at least 91 octane,
average value
between 96 RON/
86 MON)All models except
C 25017.4 US gal (66.0 l)ReserveAll models except
AMG vehiclesApproximately 2.1 US gal
(8.0 l)C 63 AMGApproximately 3.7 US gal
(14.0 l)Windshield/
headlamp
cleaning
systemC 250
C 350
C 350 4MATIC 31
C 63 AMG3.7 US qt (3.5 l)MB windshield
washer
concentrate 33
( Y page 351)
Mixing ratio for
washer fluid
( Y page 351)C 250 4MATIC 31
C 300 4MATIC6.3 US qt (6.0 l)31 Canada only.
32 Including external oil cooler.
33 Mixed with water or premixed washer fluid with antifreeze protection.346Service products and capacitiesTechnical data

additives that have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
or go to the Internet site
http://www.mbusa.com (USA only) for a list
of approved products. Comply with the
instructions for use on the product label.
Do not mix other fuel additives with fuel. This
causes unnecessary costs and could damage
the engine.
! Do not refuel with low-grade fuel and do
not use fuel additives that are not tested
and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Damage to or malfunctions of the fuel
system may otherwise occur.
Engine oil
Please bear the following in mind
The engine oils are matched to the
performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and
service intervals. You should therefore only
use engine oils and oil filters that are
approved for vehicles with maintenance
systems.
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters,
consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. Or visit http://www.mbusa.com
(USA only).
! Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a
specification other than is necessary to
fulfill the prescribed service intervals. Do
not change the engine oil or oil filter in
order to achieve longer replacement
intervals than those prescribed. You could
otherwise cause engine damage or damage
to the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Follow the instructions in the service
interval display regarding the oil change.
Otherwise, you may damage the engine and
the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
The table shows which engine oils have been
approved for your vehicle.
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.ModelEngine
modelMB
ApprovalC 250271229.3,
229.5,
229.51C 250 4MATIC 34
C 300 4MATIC272229.5C 350
C 350 4MATIC 34276C 63 AMG156229.535
i
MB approval is indicated on the oil
containers.
Additives
! Do not use any additives in the engine oil.
This could damage the engine.
Engine oil viscosity
Viscosity describes the flow characteristics
of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity,
this means that it is thick; a low viscosity
means that it is thin.
Select an engine oil with an SAE (viscosity)
classification suitable for the prevailing
outside temperatures. The following table
shows the correct SAE classification to be
used. The low-temperature characteristics of
engine oils can deteriorate significantly, e.g.
as a result of aging, soot and fuel deposits. It
is therefore strongly recommended that you
carry out regular oil changes using an
approved engine oil with the appropriate SAE
classification.
34 Canada only.
35 Restriction: only SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils may be used.Service products and capacities349Technical dataZ