service indicator MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class SEDAN 2015 W205 Owner's Manual

Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 264
Function/notes ............................ .127
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 130
Crosswind Assist ................................. 73
Cruise control Cruise control lever ....................... 184
Deactivating ................................... 185
Display message ............................ 276
Driving system ............................... 183
Function/notes ............................ .183
Important safety notes .................. 183
Setting a speed .............................. 185
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 184
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 307
Important safety notes .................. 306
Rear compartment ......................... 307
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 27
Customer Relations Department ....... 27D
Data see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 266
Function/notes ............................ .124
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 247
Declarations of conformity ................. 26
Diagnostics connection ......................26
Digital speedometer .........................237
DIRECT SELECT lever Automatic transmission ................. 164
Display
see Display messages
see Warning and indicator lamps
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 328
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 250
Driving systems ............................ .271
Engine ............................................ 267
General notes ................................ 250 Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 250
Introduction ................................... 250
Lights ............................................. 264
Safety systems .............................. 251
SmartKey ....................................... 282
Tires ............................................... 277
Vehicle .......................................... .280
Distance recorder .............................236
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 293
Distance warning function Function/notes ................................ 69
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 188
Activation conditions ..................... 188
Cruise control lever ....................... 187
Deactivating ................................... 192
Display message ............................ 274
Displays in the multifunction dis-
pla y................................................ 191
Driving tips .................................... 192
Function/note s............................. 185
Important safety notes .................. 186
Selecting ........................................ 187
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 191
Doors
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 88
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 81
Control panel ................................... 39
Display message ............................ 281
Emergency locking ........................... 89
Emergency unlocking ....................... 88
Important safety notes .................... 87
Opening (from inside) ...................... 87
Drinking and driving ......................... 178
Drive program Automatic transmission ................. 168
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 166
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 329
Symmetrical low beam .................. 124
Driving Assistance package ............. 221
Driving on flooded roads .................. 1828
Index

Labeling (overview) ........................ 375
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 380
Load index .....................................3
77
Load index (definition) ................... 379
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 379
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 380
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................ .380
Maximum tire load ......................... 377
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 380
MOExtended tires .......................... 360
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 380
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) .......................................... .380
Replacing ....................................... 381
Service life ..................................... 360
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 380
Speed rating (definition) ................ 379
Storing .......................................... .381
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 378
Summer tires in winter .................. 360
Temperature .................................. 374
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 380
Tire bead (definition) ..................... .380
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 380
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 379
Tire size (data) ............................... 386
Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating .................... 375
Tire tread ....................................... 359
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 380
Total load limit (definition) ............. 381
Traction ......................................... 374
Traction (definition) ....................... 380
Tread wea r..................................... 374
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 373
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 379
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 380
Wheel and tire combination ........... 388
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 379
see Flat tire Top Tether
............................................ 62
Towing away Important safety guidelines ........... 351
Installing the towing eye ................ 352
Notes for 4MATIC vehicles ............ 354
Removing the towing eye ............... 353
With both axles on the ground ....... 353
With the rear axle raised ................ 353
Towing eye ......................................... 340
Tow-starting Emergency engine starting ............ 354
Important safety notes .................. 351
Transfer case ..................................... 171
Transmission see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display ......... 166
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 166
Transporting the vehicle .................. 353
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 336
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 237
Trip odometer Calling up ....................................... 236
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 237
Trunk
Emergency release .......................... 96
Important safety notes .................... 90
Locking separately ........................... 96
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 95
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 92
Opening/closing (from outside,
HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .................... 93
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................ 91
Opening (automatically from
inside) .............................................. 95
Opening (automatically from out-
side) ................................................. 93
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 280
Obstacle recognition ........................ 91
Opening/closing .............................. 90
Opening dimensions ...................... 403 Index
19

X
To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey
or KEYLESS-GO.
Indicator lamp 0043flashes. The alarm sys-
tem is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
X To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.
or X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
R a door
R the vehicle with the mechanical key
R the trunk lid
R the hood
X To turn the alarm off with the SmartKey:
press the 0036or0037 button on the
SmartKey.
The alarm is switched off.
or
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-func-
tion or KEYLESS-GO: remove the Start/
Stop button from the ignition lock
(Y page 157).
X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
The alarm is switched off.
X To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO:
grasp the outside door handle. The Smart-
Key must be outside the vehicle.
The alarm is switched off.
or
X Press the Start/Stop button on the dash-
board. The SmartKey must be inside the
vehicle.
The alarm is switched off.
The alarm is not switched off, even if you
close the open door that triggered it, for
example. i
If the alarm stays on for more than
30 second s,the mbrace emergency call
system automatically sends a message to
the Customer Assistance Center. This is
done either by text message or data con-
nection. The emergency call system sends
the message or data provided that:
R you have subscribed to the mbrace ser-
vice.
R the mbrace service has been activated
properly.
R the necessary mobile phone network is
available. Protection against theft
77Safety Z

X
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of
arrow 0085away from the wiper arm.
Installing the wiper blades X
Insert the new wiper blade into the wiper
arm in the direction of arrow 0043.X
Slide catch 0044in the direction of arrow 0087
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-
shield.
X Remove the protective film of the service
indicator on the tip of the wiper blade.
i If the color of the service indicator
changes from black to yellow, the wiper
blades should be replaced. The duration of the color change varies depending on the
terms of use. Windshield wipers
135Lights and windshield wipers Z

Activating ATTENTION ASSIST
X
Activate ATTENTION ASSIST using the on-
board computer (Y page 246).
The system determines the attention level
of the driver depending on the setting
selected:
Selection Standard Standard: the sensitivity with
which the system determines the attention
level is set to normal.
Selection Sensitive Sensitive : the sensitivity is set
higher. The attention level detected by Atten- tion Assist is adapted accordingly and the
driver is warned earlier.
When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the 00D7 symbol appears in the multifunction
display in the assistance graphic display.
When ATTENTION ASSIST has been deactiva-
ted, it is automatically reactivated after the
engine has been stopped. The sensitivity
selected corresponds to the last selection
activated (standard/sensitive).
Warning in the multifunction display If fatigue or increasing lapses in concentra-
tion are detected, a warning appears in the
multifunction display:
ATTENTION ASSIST ATTENTION ASSIST
Take a Break!
Take a Break! .
In addition to the message shown in the mul-
tifunction display, you will then hear a warn-
ing tone.
X If necessary, take a break.
X Confirm the message by pressing the 0076
button on the steering wheel.
On long journeys, take regular breaks in good
time to allow yourself to rest properly. If you
do not take a break and ATTENTION ASSIST
still detects increasing lapses in concentra-
tion, you will be warned again after
15 minute sat the earliest. This will only hap-
pen if ATTENTION ASSIST still detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in
concentration.
If a warning is output in the multifunction dis-
play, a service station search is performed in COMAND. You can select a service station
and navigation to this service station will then
begin. This function can be activated and
deactivated in COMAND. Lane Tracking package
General notes The Lane Tracking package consists of Blind
Spot Assist (Y
page 217) and Lane Keeping
Assist (Y page 219).
Blind Spot Assist General notes
Blind Spot Assist monitors the areas on either
side of the vehicle that are not visible to the
driver with two lateral, rear-facing radar sen-
sors. A warning display in the exterior mirrorsdraws your attention to vehicles detected in
the monitored area. If you then switch on the
corresponding turn signal to change lane, you will also receive an optical and audible warn- ing.
Blind Spot Assist supports you from a speed
of approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Blind Spot Assist does not react to:
R vehicles overtaken too closely on the side,
placing them in the blind spot area
R vehicles which approach with a large speed
differential and overtake your vehicle
As a result, Blind Spot Assist may not give
warnings in such situations. There is a risk of an accident.
Always observe the traffic conditions care-
fully, and maintain a safe lateral distance.
Blind Spot Assist is only an aid. It may fail to
detect some vehicles and is no substitute for
attentive driving. Always ensure that there is
sufficient distance to the side for other road
users and obstacles. Driving systems
217Driving and parking Z

the steps mentioned are not carried out, the
system may not be activated.
If you have questions about the activation,
contact one of the following telephone hot-
lines:
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
at 1-800-FOR-MERCede s (1-800-367-6372)
or 1-866-990-9007
Shortly after successfully registering with the
mbrace service, a user ID and password will
be sent to you by mail. You can use this pass-
word to log onto the mbrace area under "Own- ers Online" at http://www.mbusa.com .
The system is available if:
R it has been activated and is operational
R the corresponding mobile phone network is
available for transmitting data to the Cus-
tomer Center
R a service subscription is available
R the starter battery is sufficiently charged
Determining the location of the vehicle on a
map is only possible if:
R GPS reception is available.
R the vehicle position can be forwarded to
the Customer Assistance Center.
The mbrace system To adjust the volume during a call, proceed as
follows:
X Press the 0081or0082 button on the mul-
tifunction steering wheel.
or
X Use the COMAND/Audio 20 volume con-
trol.
The system offers various services, e.g.: R Automatic and manual emergency call
R Roadside Assistance call
R MB Info call
You can find information and a description of all available features under "Owners Online"
at http://www.mbusa.com. System self-test After you have switched on the ignition, the
system carries out a self-diagnosis.
A malfunction in the system has been detec-
ted if one of the following occurs:
R The indicator lamp in the SOS button does
not come on during the system self-test.
R The indicator lamp in the 0052Roadside
Assistance button does not light up during
self-diagnosis of the system.
R The indicator lamp in the 00D9MB Info call
button does not light up during self-diag-
nosis of the system.
R The indicator lamp in one or more of the
following buttons continues to light up red
after the system self-diagnosis:
- SOS button
- 0052 Roadside Assistance call button
- 00D9 MB Info call button
R The Inoperative
Inoperative or theService Not Service Not
Activated
Activated message appears in the multi-
function display after the system self-diag-
nosis.
If a malfunction is indicated as outlined
above, the system may not operate as expec-
ted. In the event of an emergency, help will
have to be summoned by other means.
Have the system checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines:
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372)
or 1-866-990-9007 Features
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X
To initiate an emergency call manually:
press cover 0043briefly to open.
X Press SOS button 0044briefly.
The indicator lamp in SOS button 0044
flashes until the emergency call is conclu-
ded.
X Wait for a voice connection to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen-
ter.
X After the emergency call, close cover 0043.
If the mobile phone network is unavailable,
mbrace will not be able to make the emer-
gency call. If you leave the vehicle immedi-
ately after pressing the SOS button, you will
not know whether mbrace placed the emer-
gency call. In this case, always summon assis-
tance by other means.
Roadside Assistance button X
To call Roadside Assistance: press but-
ton 0043for Roadside Assistance.
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center.
The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance
button 0043flashes while the call is active.
The Connecting
Connecting Call Callmessage appears in
the multifunction display. The audio output
is muted.
If a connection can be made, the Call Con‐
Call Con‐
nected
nected message appears in the multifunction
display. If a mobile phone network and GPS reception
are available, the system transfers data to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, for example:
R current location of the vehicle
R vehicle identification number
The COMAND/Audio 20 display indicates
that a call is active. During the call, you can
change to the navigation menu by pressing
the NAVI button in COMAND/Audio 20, for
example.
Voice output is not available in this case.
A voice connection is established between
the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center and the vehicle occupants.
From the vehicle remote malfunction diagno- sis, the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center can ascertain the nature of the prob-
lem (Y page 317).
The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center either sends a qualified Mercedes-
Benz technician or makes arrangements for
your vehicle to be transported to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
You may be charged for services such as
repair work and/or towing.
You can find more information in the separate mbrace manual.
The system has not been able to initiate a
Roadside Assistance call, if:
R the indicator lamp for Roadside Assistance
call button 0052is flashing continuously.
R no voice connection to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center was estab-
lished.
This can occur if the relevant mobile phone
network is not available, for example.
The Call Failed
Call Failed message appears in the
multifunction display.
X To end a call: press the0076button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
or
X Press the corresponding COMAND/Audio
20 button for ending a phone call. Features
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MB Info call button
X
To call MB Info: press MB Info call but-
ton 0043.
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center.
The indicator lamp in MB Info call button 0043
flashes while the connection is being made.
The Connecting
Connecting Call Callmessage appears in
the multifunction display. The audio output is muted.
If a connection can be made, the Call Con‐
Call Con‐
nected
nected message appears in the multifunction
display.
If a mobile phone network and GPS reception are available, the system transfers data to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, for example:
R current location of the vehicle
R vehicle identification number
The COMAND/Audio 20 display indicates
that a call is active. During the call, you can
change to the navigation menu by pressing
the NAVI button in COMAND/Audio 20, for
example.
Voice output is not available in this case.
A voice connection is established between
the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center and the vehicle occupants.
You receive information about operating your vehicle, about the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod-
ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz. You can find further information on the
mbrace system under "Owners Online" at
http://www.mbusa.com.
The system has not been able to initiate an
MB Info call, if:
R the indicator lamp in MB Info call button
00D9 is flashing continuously.
R no voice connection to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center was estab-
lished.
This can occur if the relevant mobile phone
network is not available, for example.
The Call Failed Call Failed message appears in the
multifunction display.
X To end a call: press the0076button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
or X Press the corresponding COMAND/Audio
20 button for ending a phone call.
Call priority When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside
Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency
call can still be initiated. In this case, an emer-
gency call will take priority and override all
other active calls.
The indicator lamp of the respective button
flashes until the call is ended.
An emergency call can only be terminated by the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center.
All other calls can be ended by pressing:
R the 0076 button on the multifunction steer-
ing wheel
R the corresponding button in COMAND/
Audio 20 to end the voice call
When a call is initiated, the audio system is
muted.
The mobile phone is no longer connected to
COMAND/Audio 20.
However, if you want to use your mobile
phone, do so only when the vehicle is station-
ary and in a safe location. 314
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ate up to three different door and gate sys-
tems.
Use the integrated garage door opener only
on garage doors that:
R have safety stop and reverse features and
R meet current U.S. federal safety standards
Once programed, the integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mirror will assume the
function of the garage door system's remote
control. Please also read the operating
instructions for the garage door system.
When programing a garage door opener, park the vehicle outside the garage. Do not run the
engine while programing.
Certain garage door drives are incompatible
with the integrated garage door opener. If you have difficulty programing the integrated
garage door opener, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Alternatively, you can call the following tele-
phone assistance services:
R USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
R Canada: Customer Service at
1-800-387-0100
R HomeLink ®
hotline 1-800-355-3515 (free
of charge)
More information on HomeLink ®
and/or
compatible products is also available online
at http://www.homelink.com.
Notes on the declaration of conformity
(Y page 26).
USA: FCC ID: CB2HMIHL4
Canada: IC: 279B-HMIHL4
Important safety notes G
WARNING
When you operate or program the garage door with the integrated garage door opener, per-
sons in the range of movement of the garage
door can become trapped or struck by the
garage door. There is a risk of injury. When using the integrated garage door
opener, always make sure that nobody is
within the range of movement of the garage
door.
G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces with-
out sufficient ventilation.
Programming Programming buttons
Pay attention to the "Important safety notes"
(Y page 319). Garage door remote control
0083is not inclu-
ded with the integrated garage door opener.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock (Y page 157).
X Select one of buttons 0044to0085 to use to
control the garage door drive.
X To start programming mode: press and
hold one of buttons 0044to0085 on the inte-
grated garage door opener.
The garage door opener is now in program-
ming mode. After a short time, indicator
lamp 0043lights up yellow.
Indicator lamp 0043lights up yellow as soon
as button 0044,0087or0085 is programmed for
the first time. If the selected button has
already been programmed, indicator Features
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R
if you push or pull the battery across the
carpet or other synthetic materials
R if you wipe the battery with a cloth G
WARNING
During the charging process, a battery produ- ces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit occurs or
sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can
ignite. There is a risk of an explosion.
R Make sure that the positive terminal of a
connected battery does not come into con- tact with vehicle parts.
R Never place metal objects or tools on a bat-
tery.
R It is important that you observe the descri-
bed order of the battery terminals when
connecting and disconnecting a battery.
R When jump-starting, make sure that the
battery poles with identical polarity are
connected.
R It is particularly important to observe the
described order when connecting and dis-
connecting the jumper cables.
R Never connect or disconnect the battery
terminals while the engine is running. G
WARNING
Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing.
Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean
over the battery. Keep children away from
batteries. Wash battery acid immediately with water and seek medical attention. H
Environmental note Batteries contain dangerous
substances. It is against the
law to dispose of them with
the household rubbish. They
must be collected separately
and recycled to protect the
environment. Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally friendly
manner. Take discharged
batteries to a qualified spe- cialist workshop or a special
collection point for used bat-
teries.
! Have the battery checked regularly at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Observe the service intervals in the Main-
tenance Booklet or contact a qualified spe-
cialist workshop for more information.
! You should have all work involving the
battery carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop. In the exceptional case that it is
necessary for you to disconnect the battery yourself, make sure that:
R secure the vehicle to prevent it from roll-
ing away.
R you switch off the engine and remove the
SmartKey. Make sure the ignition is
switched off. Check that all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster are off.
Otherwise, electronic components, such
as the alternator, may be damaged.
R you first remove the negative terminal
clamp and then the positive terminal
clamp. Never swap the terminal clamps.
Otherwise, the vehicle's electronic sys-
tem may be damaged.
R the transmission is locked in position P
after disconnecting the battery. The vehi-
cle is secured against rolling away. You
can then no longer move the vehicle.
The battery and the cover of the positive
terminal clamp must be installed securely
during operation.
Comply with safety precautions and take pro-
tective measures when handling batteries. Risk of explosion.
Fire, open flames and smoking are
prohibited when handling the bat-
tery. Avoid creating sparks. 346
Battery (vehicle)Roadside Assistance