Interior MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2006 W203 Owner's Guide

345 Operation
Vehicle care
Cleaning the windows and the wiper
blades
Switch on the ignition (
page 33).

Turn combination switch to wiper
settingII (
page 53).

With wiper arms in vertical position,
switch off the ignition (
page 33).

Fold the wiper arms forward until they
snap into place.

Clean the wiper blade inserts with a
clean cloth and detergent solution.

Use a soft, clean cloth and a mild win-
dow cleaning solution on all outside
and inside glass surfaces.
An automotive glass cleaner is recom-
mended.
!The windshield wipers must be in a ver-
tical position before folding them away
from the windshield. They could other-
wise damage the hood.
Never open the hood when the wiper
arms are folded forward.
Warning!
G
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and re-
move SmartKey from starter switch before
cleaning the windshield and/or the wiper
blades. Otherwise, the wiper motor could
suddenly turn on and cause injury.
!Fold the windshield wiper arms back
onto the windshield before turning the
SmartKey in the starter switch.
Hold on to the wiper when folding the
wiper arm back. If released, the force
of the impact from the tensioning
spring could crack the windshield.!To clean the window interior, do not
use a dry cloth, abrasives, solvents or
cleaners containing solvents. Do not
touch the inside of the front, rear or
side windows with hard objects such as
an ice scraper or ring. Doing so may
damage the windows.

347 Operation
Vehicle care
Hard plastic trim items
Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior
Care, a soft, lint-free cloth and apply
with light pressure.
Steering wheel and gear selector lever

Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thor-
oughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz
approved Leather Care.Carpets

Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet
and Fabric Care for cleaning the car-
pets.
Headliner and shelf below rear window

Use a soft bristle brush or a dry-sham-
poo cleaner in case of excessive dirt. Seat belts

Only use clear, lukewarm water and
soap.
!To prevent scratches, do not use scour-
ing agents.
!The webbing must not be treated with
chemical cleaning agents. Do not dry
the webbing at temperatures above
176°F (80°C) or in direct sunlight.Warning!
G
Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may
severely weaken them. In a crash they may
not be able to provide adequate protection.

348 OperationVehicle careUpholstery
Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing
clothing that have the tendency to give off
coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause
the upholstery to become permanently dis-
colored. By lining the seats with a proper
intermediate cover, contact-discoloration
will be prevented.
Leather upholstery
Wipe leather upholstery with a damp
cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with
Mercedes-Benz approved Leather
Care.
Exercise particular care when cleaning per-
forated leather as its underside should not
become wet.MB Tex upholstery

Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior
Care onto a soft, lint-free cloth and ap-
ply with light pressure for cleaning the
upholstery.
Wood trims

Dampen cloth using water and use
damp cloth to clean wood trims in your
vehicle.!Do not use solvents like tar remover or
wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes as
these may be abrasive.

393 Practical hints
Opening/closing in an emergency
Opening/closing in an emergency
Power tilt/sliding sunroof*
You can open or close the tilt/sliding
sunroof manually should an electrical
malfunction occur.
The tilt/sliding sunroof drive is located
behind the lens1 of the interior overhead
light.
Remove SmartKey from the starter
switch.

Pry off lens1 using a flat blade
screwdriver.

Slide both locking tabs2 in direction
of the arrows.

Lower the rear of the cover and
remove.

Remove the cover.

Take the crank3 out of the Operator’s
Manual pouch.

Insert crank3 through hole on the left
side.

Turn crank3 clockwise to:

slide sunroof closed


raise sunroof at the rear

Turn crank3 counterclockwise to:

slide sunroof open


lower sunroof at the rear
iDo not disconnect electrical
connectors.
iTurn crank3 slowly and smoothly.
The tilt/sliding sunroof must be
synchronized after being operated
manually (
page 246).

458 IndexControl system submenus 132, 134
Convenience 153
Instrument cluster 143
Lighting 149
Time/Date 145
Vehicle 152
Controller Area Network see CAN system
Coolant 301, 444
Anticorrosion/antifreeze
quantity 445
Capacities 440, 441
Checking coolant level 295, 301
Messages in display 371–373
Temperature 293
Temperature gauge 25, 128
Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 123
Replacing bulbs 398
Cruise control 247, 450
Message in display 374
Cup holder 259, 260
Cleaning 346
Curb weight 331
Customer Assistance Center see CACD
Date display, setting 147, 148
Daytime running lamp mode 120
Setting 149
Deep water see Standing water
Defogging windshield
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 192
Climate control 181
Defrosting, Front
Automatic climate control*
(Canada only) 191
Climate control 181
Defrosting, Rear 175
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps 151
Interior lighting 152
Department of Transportation see DOT
Difficulties
While driving 56
With starting 50
Digital clock see clock
Digital speedometer 135Dimensions, vehicle 438
Direction of rotation (tires) 307
Displays
Digital speedometer 135
Maintenance service indicator 338
Messages in display 374
Multifunction display 130
Outside temperature 135
Symbol messages 369
Text messages 360
Vehicle status messages
memory 139, 358
Distance to empty (range),
Trip computer 156
Door control panel 30
Doors
Entry lamps 126
Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 98
Message in display 374
Opening from inside/outside 100,
102
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid*) 272
Unlocking, Mechanical key 389

462 IndexHead unit
Time synchronization* with 145
Headlamp cleaning system* 170, 303,
441
Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed
shut-off, Exterior lamps
Headlamps
Automatic headlamp mode 119
Bi-Xenon* 402, 449
Cleaning lenses 344
Halogen 400
High beam see High beam flasher
High beam see High beam headlamps
Low beam see Low beam headlamps
Manual headlamp mode 119
Messages in display 377, 378, 379
Replacing bulbs 397
Switch 52, 59
Headliner and shelf below rear window
Cleaning and care of 347
Heated seats* 113
High beam flasher 52, 122High beam headlamps 52, 122
Indicator lamp 25
Messages in display 378
Replacing bulbs 398, 401
High mounted brake lamp 399
Hood 297
Message in display 376
Horn 23
HVAC see Climate control
Hydroplaning 287
I
Identification labels 428
Identification number, Vehicle (VIN) 428
Ignition 33, 49
Immobilizer 93
Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and
warning
Infant and child restraint systems see
Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation
pressures
Inside door handle 102Instrument and controls see Instrument
cluster
Instrument cluster 24, 127, 451
Cleaning 346
Illumination brightness 127
Lamps 350, 355
Messages in display see Malfunction
display messages
Multifunction display 130
Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster,
Illumination brightness
Instruments and controls see Cockpit
Interior lighting 125
Delayed shut-off 152
Interior rear view mirror 43
Antiglare positions 170
Auto-dimming mirrors* 171
Interior storage spaces see Storage
compartment

464 IndexLight alloy wheels
Cleaning 346
Technical data 434, 435
Light sensor see Lamp sensor
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting
Parking lamps 118
Lighting, Exterior and interior 118
Limp Home Mode 169
Loading see Vehicle loading
Loading terminology 331
Loading the vehicle 307
Locator lighting 121, 150
Locking knob 451
Loss of keys 102
Loss of Service and Warranty Information
Booklet 427
Low beam headlamps
Indicator lamp 25
Messages in display 378, 379
Replacing bulbs 398, 401
Switching on 52
Lubricants 440
Technical data 440
Lumbar support* 112M
Main dimensions 438
Main fuse box
In passenger compartment 422
Mainodometer 130
Maintenance 12, 338
Calling up service indicator
display 339
Clearing service indicator
message 339
FSS (Canada vehicles) 338
Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) 338
Resetting service indicator 340
Service indicator message 338
Service term exceeded 339
Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) 338, 451
Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps
Manual seat see Seat, Manual 36
Manual transmission 160, 161
Gearshift lever 48, 161
Shift positions 161
Starting the engine 49
Maximum load rating, Tires 332
Maximum loaded vehicle weight 332Maximum tire inflation pressure 332
MB Tex upholstery, Cleaning and
care of 348
Mechanical key 389
Memory function* see Steering wheel
Menus see Control system
Microphone, Hands-free 29
Minispare wheel see Spare wheel
Mirrors
Adjusting 43
Auto-dimming* 171
Exterior rear view mirror 43
Exterior rear view mirror,
Parking position* 117, 154, 172
Interior rear view mirror 43, 170
MOE tires see MOExtended system*
(Canada only)
MOExtended system* 411
MOExtended system* (Canada only) 320
MON 452
Motor Octane Number see MON
Multicontour seats* (Canada only) 113
Multifunction display 130, 452
Changing settings see Contro system
menus and Control system
submenus

466 IndexOperating safety 199
Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 344
Outside temperature see Displays
Overhead control panel 29
Overspeed range, engine 452
P
Paintwork, Cleaning 342
Panic alarm* 86
Parcel net
In front passenger footwell 258
Parking 57, 285
Parking brake 50, 58
Engaging 58
Message in display 370
Releasing 50
Parking lamps
Messages in display 379
Replacing bulbs 398
Parking position*
Exterior rear view mirrors 117, 154,
172
Parts service 426Passenger compartment 290
Interior lighting 125
Interior rear view mirror 43
Main fuse box in 422
Parcel net in front passenger
footwell 258
Passenger safety see Occupant safety
Pedals 283
Phone* see Telephone*
Plastic and rubber parts, Cleaning and
care of 346
Poly-V-belt drive 452
Layout 429
Positions (memory function*) see Seats
Power assistance 283
Power outlet in rear passenger
compartment 263
Power seat* see Seats, Power* 38
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 244
Messages in display 382
Opening/closing 244
Opening/closing in an
emergency 393
Opening/closing, SmartKey 243
Stopping 246
Synchronizing 246Power train 452
Power washer 342
Power windows 240
Cleaning 345
Opening/closing 240
Rear door window,
Blocking operation 85
Stopping 242
Synchronizing 242
Practical hints 350
Premium unleaded gasoline 443
Problems
While driving 56
With vehicle 17
Product information 9
Production options weight 333
Program mode 130
Program mode selector switch 452
Automatic shift program, automatic
transmission* 167
PSI 333
Push starting 415

470 Index
Windshield washer 441
Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning* system 441, 448
Tele Aid* 265, 271, 453
Emergency calls 267
Hands-free microphone 29
Information 270
Initiating an emergency call
manually 268
Message in display 382
Remote door unlock 272
Roadside Assistance 268
SOS button 268
Stolen Vehicle Recovery
services 273
System self-check 266
Telematics* 454
Telephone* 26, 264
Answering/ending a call 158
Hands-free microphone 29
Message in display 382
Operation 157, 225
Phone book 158
Redialing 159Temperature
Display mode 135
Interior temperature 180
Temperature,Tires 315
Tether attachment points, see
Children in the vehicle
Tie-down rings*, Trunk 256
Tightening torque, Wheel bolts 410, 454
Tilt/sliding sunroof* see Power tilt/sliding
sunroof*
Time 145
TIN 333
Tire and Loading Information
Placard 308
Tire and loading Information
Terminology 331
Tires 304, 432
Air pressure 331
Care and maintenance 305
Chains 337
Cleaning 306, 342
Direction of rotation 307
Driving instructions 286
Important notes, Tire inflation
pressure 315
Inflation pressure 296, 314, 316Information Placard 308
Inspection 305
Load rating 333
MOExtended system*
(Canada only) 320, 411
Ply composition and material
used 333
Problems under-/overinflation 319
Retreads 304
Rims and tires 432
Rotating 335
Run Flat Indicator*
(Canada only) 317
Service life 305
Sizes 432
Speed rating 288, 323, 333
Temperature 315, 330
Terminology 331
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Traction 287
Tread 334
Tread depth 306, 336
Treadwear indicators 334
Vehicle maximum load on 334
Wear pattern 335
Winter 336