automatic transmission fluid MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2007 W203 Owner's Manual
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52 Getting started
Driving
Single wipe
Press the combination switch briefly in
direction of arrow1 to the resistance
point.
The windshield wipers wipe one time
without washer fluid.
Wiping with windshield washer fluid
Press the combination switch in direc-
tion of arrow1 past the resistance
point.
The windshield wipers operate with
washer fluid.
For information on filling up the washer
reservoir, see “Windshield washer system
and headlamp cleaning system*”
(
page 280).
iIntermittent wiping is interrupted when the
vehicle is at a standstill and a front door is
opened. This protects persons getting into or out
of the vehicle from being sprayed.
Intermittent wiping will be continued when
all doors are closed
and
the clutch pedal is depressed (vehicles with
manual transmission)
or
the gear selector lever is in positionD or R
(vehicles with automatic transmission*)
or
the wiper setting is changed using the com-
bination switch
iTo prevent smears on the windshield, or
noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with wind-
shield washer fluid every now and then even
when it is raining.
!If anything blocks the windshield wipers
(leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off immediate-
ly.
For safety reasons, stop the vehicle in a safe
location and remove SmartKey from starter
switch before attempting to remove any
blockage.
Remove blockage.
Turn the windshield wipers on again.
If the windshield wipers fail to function at all with
combination switch in positionI,
set the combination switch to the next high-
er wiper speed
have the windshield wipers checked at the
nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
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386 Practical hints
Jump starting
If the battery is discharged, the engine can
be started with jumper cables and the
battery of another vehicle. Observe the
following:
Jump starting should only be performed
when the engine and catalytic con-
verter are cold.
Do not start the engine if the battery is
frozen. Let the battery thaw out first.
Only jump start from batteries with the
same voltage rating (12V). Jump
starting with a higher voltage battery
could damage the vehicle’s electrical
system, which will not be covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Only use jumper cables with sufficient
cross-section and insulated terminal
clamps.
Always make sure the jumper cables
are not on or near pulleys, fans, or oth-
er parts that move when an engine is
started or running.
Warning!G
Failure to follow these directions will cause
damage to the electronic components, and
can lead to a battery explosion and severe
injury or death.
Never lean over batteries while connecting
or jump starting, you might get injured.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes,
skin or clothing. In case it does, immediately
flush affected area with water, and seek
medical help if necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and very explosive. Keep
flames or sparks away from battery, avoid
improper connection of jumper cables,
smoking, etc.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing personal
injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
!Vehicles with automatic transmission
and/or 4MATIC:
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
!Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Do not attempt to start the engine using a bat-
tery quick charge unit.
If engine does not run after several unsuccessful
starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeated
failed starting attempts may damage the catalyt-
ic converter and may present a fire risk.
Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose
or missing insulation.
Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any
other metal part while the other end is still at-
tached to a battery.
Warning!G
Keep flames or sparks away from battery.
Do not smoke.
Observe all safety instructions and precau-
tions when handling automotive batteries
(
page 279).
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409 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Capacities
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore only use
products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at
your Mercedes-Benz Center.
Warning!G
Comply with all valid regulations with
respect to handling, storing, and disposing
of service fluids. Otherwise you could
endanger persons or the environment.
Keep service fluids out of the reach of
children.
For health reasons, you should prevent
service fluids from coming into direct
contact with your eyes or any open wounds.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a
physician immediately.
ModelCapacityFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Engine with oil filter8.5 US qt (8.0 l)Approved engine oils
Automatic transmissionC 230 (all models)
C280
C 350 (all models)
C2804MATIC
C3504MATIC9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
8.3 US qt (7.8 l)
8.3 US qt (7.8 l)MB Automatic Transmission Fluid
Manual transmissionC 230 Sport
C 350 Sport1.3 US qt (1.2 l)
1.6 US qt (1.5 l)MB Manual Transmission Oil
Page 420 of 441
419 Index
A
ABS 25, 82
Malfunction indicator lamp 322, 323
Messages in display 335
Accelerator position,
automatic transmission 155
Accessory weight 304
Accident
In case of 53
Active head restraints
see Head restraints
Additional turn signals 368
Air bags 59
Children 75
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp 27, 68, 331
Front, Driver 63
Front, Passenger 63
Passenger 63
Safety guidelines 62
Side impact (front and rear*) 64
Window curtain 64Air conditioning refrigerant 412
Air conditioning system
Automatic climate control* 174
Climate control 164
Air conditioning, Cooling
Automatic climate control* 184
Climate control 172
Air distribution
Automatic climate control* 178
Climate control 168
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air recirculation mode
Automatic climate control* 181
Climate control 170
Air vents, Front
Automatic climate control* 175
Climate control 165Air vents, Rear
Automatic climate control* 186
Climate control 173
Air volume
Automatic climate control* 179
Climate control 168
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 379
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 417
Antiglare, Rear view mirror 160
Anti-theft systems 89
Anti-theft alarm system* 89
Immobilizer 89
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest 238
Ashtrays 241
Aspect ratio 304
ATF (Automatic transmission fluid) 277
AUDIO menu
Search function 142
AUDIO menu (Control system) 127
Page 421 of 441
420 Index
Audio system 187
Audio and telephone, operation 187
Button and soft key operation 190
CD changer* with MP3 202
CD operation 201
Operating and display elements 188
Operating audio system 190
Operating safety 187
Radio operation 194
Telephone* operation 208
Auto-dimming mirror* 161
Automatic central locking
Activating/deactivating
(Control system) 143
Automatic climate control* 174
Control panel 175
Defrosting, front 179
Rear window defroster 163
Automatic headlamp mode 110
Automatic locking when driving 99
Automatic shift program 157
Automatic time change (Standard time,
Daylight Saving time) 137Automatic transmission 151
Accelerator position 155
Automatic shift program 157
Emergency operation
(limp-home mode) 159
Gear ranges 156
Gear selector lever 151
Gear selector lever positions 153
Gear shifting malfunctions 159
Kickdown 155
One-touch gearshifting 158
Program mode selector switch 157
Shifting procedure 152
Automatic transmission*
Fluid level (ATF) 277
Starting engine 47B
Backrest
Driver’s multicontour seat*
(Canada only) 105
Rear seat, folding 234
Seat, manual 35
Seat, power* 37
Backup lamps
Messages in display 352
Replacing bulbs 368
Bar 304
BAS 84
Batteries, SmartKey
Changing 366
Checking battery condition 95
Battery, Vehicle 279, 383
Charging 385
Disconnecting and connecting 384
Jump starting 386
Removing and installing 384
Bead 304
Block heater (Canada only) 309
Bolts, Spare wheel 360
Page 425 of 441
424 Index
Emergency, in case of
Battery, Jump starting 386
First aid kit 322, 356
Flat tire, Changing 377
Fuses 391
Hazard warning flasher 115
Instrument cluster,
Indicator lamps 322–330
Roadside Assistance 12, 250
Towing the vehicle 388
Emission control 270
Information label 399
System warranties 10
Engine
Belt layout 400
Block heater (Canada only) 309
Brake-in recommendations 260
Cleaning 315
Compartment 274
Malfunction indicator lamp 25, 325
Maximum engine speed 401
Number 399
Starting 46, 47
Tachometer 25
Technical data 401
Turning 55Engine coolant see coolant
Engine oil 276, 412
Adding 277
Additives 412
Changing 409
Checking level (Dipstick) 276
Consumption 276
Filler neck 277
Recommended engine
and oil filter 348
ESP
®85
Four wheel electronic traction system
with ESP
®88
Messages in display 335–336
Warning lamp 25, 327
ETD 72
Safety guidelines 62
Ethanol fuel
At the gas station 271
Switching fuels 415
Exterior lamp switch 50, 109
Exterior rear view mirrors 42F
Fahrenheit see
Temperature display mode 133
Filler neck, Engine oil 277
First aid kit 356
Flat tire 377
Jacking up the vehicle 378
Lowering the vehicle 381
Minispare wheel 359
Mounting the spare wheel 377
Preparing the vehicle 377
Flexible fuel vehicles 414
At the gas station 271
Switching fuels 415
Flexible Service System see FSS
Fluids
Automatic
transmission fluid 277, 409
Brake fluid 273, 412
Capacities 409
Engine coolant 273, 416
Engine oil 276, 412
Power steering fluid 410
Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system* 280, 418
Page 430 of 441
429 Index
MOE tires* see MOExtended system*
MOE* see MOExtended system*
MOExtended system* 382
MOExtended tires* 403
Multicontour seats* (Canada only) 105
Multifunction display 121
Changing settings see
Control system menus and
Control system submenus
Multifunction display messages
ABS 335
Brake fluid 344
Brake lamps 349
Brake pads 344
Coolant 345–347
Engine coolant 345–347
Engine oil 348
ESP
®335
Fog lamps 350, 352
Front passenger
front air bag 337, 340
Fuel cap 326, 349
Headlamps 350, 351
Key, SmartKey 349
Lamps, exterior 349–353
Parking brake 344Parking lamp 351
SRS 342
Steering gear oil 354
Tele Aid* 355
Telephone* 355
Turn signals 353
Windshield washer fluid 355
Multifunction steering wheel 26, 122
Button operation 122
N
Navigation system* 129
See separate COMAND*
operating instructions
Net, parcel 239
Neutral gear position,
Automatic transmission 151, 153
Neutral gear position,
Manual transmission 150
New vehicle break-in 260
Night security illumination 112
Setting 141
Normal occupant weight 305
Number, paintwork code 398
Number,
vehicle identification (VIN) 398, 399O
Occupant Classification System see OCS
Occupant distribution 305
Occupant safety 58
Air bags 59
Children and air bags 60
Children in the vehicle 74
Fastening the seat belt 43
Front passenger front
air bag off indicator lamp 68, 331
Infant and child restraint systems 74
LATCH-type child seat anchors 79
Seat belts 43, 62
OCS 64
Self-test 68
Odometer 121
Oil level see Engine oil level,
Checking oil level
Oil see Engine oil
One-touch gearshifting
Automatic transmission 158
Gear selector lever 158
Operating safety 187
Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 316
Outside temperature see Displays
Overhead control panel 29