engine oil MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4MATIC 2010 W204 Owner's Manual

1, 2, 3 ...
4-ETS see ETS/4-ETS
4MATIC
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
911 Emergency calls ........................ 173
A
ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 61
Indicator lamp ................................ 298
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 280, 281
Accessory weight .............................. 250
Accidents ........................................... 105
Air bags ........................................... 37
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) .............212
Emergency calls (Telephone) .........173
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ........................................ 52
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps
see Headlamps
Adaptive Brake .................................... 62
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 353
Gasoline ......................................... 355
Address change ................................... 21
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ................................................. 234
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 277
Air bags ................................................ 37
Emergency call upon deployment ..212
Front, driver and passenger .............40
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 46, 307
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........42, 308
Knee bag .......................................... 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 272
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
Pelvis ............................................... 41
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact ...................................... 41
Window curtain ................................ 42
Air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant ............................................. 354
Air distribution .................................. 194
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ............................ 250
Air recirculation mode ...................... 195
Air volume .......................................... 194
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 183
Alternator
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
AMG menu ......................................... 123
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 357
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 66
Anti-theft alarm system ...................67
Immobilizer ...................................... 66
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest, front
Storage compartments ..................206
Armrest, rear
Storage compartment ....................206
Ashtrays ............................................. 209
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 250
Audio menu ........................................ 126
Audio system ..................................... 136
Adjusting volume ........................... 144
Audio and telephone operation ......136
Audio AUX mode ............................ 166
Bluetooth ®
settings ....................... 147
CD mode ........................................ 158
Components .................................. 137
MP3 mode ..................................... 158
Operating safety ............................ 137
Radio operation ............................. 148
Satellite radio ................................ 152
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Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications ................................... 22
Power outlets ................................. 210
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®

Electronic Traction System
see ETS/4-ETS
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 268
Flat tire .......................................... 317
Hazard warning flasher ....................93
Roadside Assistance ................ 21, 214
Towing the vehicle .........................325
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 212
Telephone ...................................... 173
Emergency operations
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 216
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) .......215
Trunk lid, emergency release ...........76
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 258
Information label ............................ 333
System warranties ...........................20
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............222
Cleaning ......................................... 262
Compartment ................................ 224
Malfunction indicator lamp ............305
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 288
Number .......................................... 333
Starting .......................................... 101
Turning off ..................................... 106
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 226
Additives ........................................ 353
Checking level ............................... 226
Consumption ................................. 225Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 291
Oil dipstick ..................................... 226
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 353
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .............................................. 62
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 63
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................... 280, 281, 283
Warning lamp ................................. 302
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 52
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Ethanol fuel (E85) .............................. 355
ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 63
Express operation
Panorama roof ............................... 200
Power windows ................................ 98
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................196
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 90
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 86
Fold-in function ................................ 88
Parking position ............................... 87
Power-folding ................................... 88
Switching fold-in function on or
off .................................................. 136
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
F
Fastening the seat belts ..................... 50
First aid kit ......................................... 268
Flat tire ............................................... 317
Lowering the vehicle ......................321
Mounting the spare wheel .............318
Preparing the vehicle .....................318
Spare wheel ........................... 317, 349
Flexible Fuel Vehicles ....................... 355
Floormats ........................................... 220
Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid .........350
Brake fluid ..................................... 351
Capacities ...................................... 349
Engine coolant ............................... 351
Engine oil ....................................... 350
Manual transmission oil .................350
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M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................259
Service indicator message .............259
Service term exceeded ..................259
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 91
Manual shift program ....................... 113
Manual transmission ........................ 107
Gearshift lever ............................... 107
Hill-start assist system ..................183
Maximum engine speed
see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 251
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 251
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 251
Mechanical key see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 205
Memory function ................................. 89
Menus see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel
Mirrors .................................................. 86
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 87
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 87
Exterior rear view mirrors ................86
Interior rear view mirror ...................86
Memory function .............................. 89
Power-folding exterior rear view
mirrors ............................................. 88
Vanity mirror .................................. 208
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 354
Motor Octane Number see MON
MP3 mode .......................................... 158
Multifunction display ........................ 120
Symbol messages ..........................279
Text messages ............................... 272
Vehicle status messages ...............270
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 280, 281
Active headlamps .......................... 292Advanced TPMS ............................. 277
Air bags ......................................... 272
Alternator ...................................... 290
Backrests ....................................... 286
Battery ........................................... 290
Brake fluid ..................................... 282
Brake pads ..................................... 279
Child seat ...................................... 275
Coolant .......................................... 288
Corner-illuminating front fog
lamps ............................................. 295
Cruise control ................................ 275
Doors ............................................. 286
EBP ................................................ 281
Engine oil ....................................... 291
ESP ®
............................. 280, 281, 283
Fog lamps .............................. 292, 294
Front passenger front air bag ........272
Gas cap .......................................... 291
High-beam lamps ........................... 293
Hood .............................................. 286
License plate lamps .......................294
Light sensor ................................... 294
Low-beam lamps ............................ 294
Parking brake ................................ 281
Parking lamps ................................ 293
Power steering ............................... 288
Reserve fuel ................................... 291
Reverse lamp ................................. 292
Side marker lamps .........................293
SmartKey ....................................... 286
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO ..........286
SRS ................................................ 284
Tail lamps ...................................... 295
Tele Aid .......................................... 284
Tire inflation pressure ............276, 296
Tire pressure monitor ....................277
Tires ...................................... 276, 296
Trunk ............................................. 286
Turn signals ................................... 296
Multifunction steering wheel
Adjustment ...................................... 84
Buttons .......................................... 118
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Easy-entry/exit feature ...........85, 136
Gearshift control ............................ 112
Memory function .............................. 89
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N
Navigation system see Separate operating instructions
Navi menu .......................................... 126
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ............................................. 52
Resetting ....................................... 311
Nets, parcel ....................................... 203
Normal occupant weight .................. 251
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) ................................................... 333
O
Occupant Classification System see OCS (Occupant Classification
System)
Occupant distribution ....................... 251
Occupant safety
Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ .................................... 46
Children and air bags .......................37
Children in the vehicle .....................54
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX) ........................................... 58
Fastening the seat belts ................... 50
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 46, 307
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........42, 308
Infant and child restraint systems .... 55
Introduction ..................................... 36
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) ..................................... 58
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
Seat belts .................................. 39, 48
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................................ 42
Self-test ........................................... 46
Odometer ........................................... 121
Oil, oil level see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ..................... 112
Operating safety .................................. 22
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 263
Overhead control panel ...................... 32
P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 261
Paintwork code ................................. 333
Panic alarm .......................................... 60
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ...................................... 200
Cleaning ......................................... 264
Operation ....................................... 200
Roller sunblinds ............................. 199
Synchronizing ................................ 201
Parcel nets ......................................... 203
Parking ............................................... 105
Parktronic system ..........................185
Parking brake .................................... 105
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 281
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................87
Transmission position ....................109
Parktronic system
Cleaning system sensors ...............263
Malfunction .................................... 187
Minimum distance .........................186
Sensor range ................................. 185
Switching on/off ........................... 187
System sensors ............................. 185
Warning indicators .........................186
Parts service ...................................... 332
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(Canada only) see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (Canada only)
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(USA only) see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (USA only)
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 254
Pelvis air bags ..................................... 41
Phone see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 265
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Sun visors .......................................... 208
T
Tachometer .................................. 28, 117
Overspeed range ........................... 117
Tail lamps ........................................... 314
Cleaning lenses ............................. 263
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 295
Replacing bulbs ............................. 314
Tar stains ........................................... 261
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant ....352, 354
Brake fluid ............................. 351, 354
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 349
Coolant .................................. 351, 356
Engine oil additives ........................353
Engine oils ............................. 350, 353
Fuel requirements .......................... 354
Gasoline additives .......................... 355
Identification labels .......................332
Premium unleaded gasoline ...........354
Rims and tires ................................ 344
Spare wheel ................................... 349
Vehicle specification C 250 ...........334
Vehicle specification
C 250 4MATIC ............................... 335
Vehicle specification
C 250 4MATIC Sport ...................... 336
Vehicle specification C 250 Sport .. 334
Vehicle specification C 300 ...........337
Vehicle specification
C 300 4MATIC ............................... 339
Vehicle specification
C 300 4MATIC Sport ...................... 340
Vehicle specification C 300 Sport .. 338
Vehicle specification C 350 ...........341
Vehicle specification
C 350 4MATIC ............................... 343
Vehicle specification C 350 Sport .. 342
Vehicle specification C 63 AMG ..... 343
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 352, 358
Technical data (dimensions)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (electrical system)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (engine)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
Tele Aid ............................................... 211
Emergency calls ............................. 212
Information button .........................215
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 213
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 284
Remote door lock .......................... 216
Remote door unlock ......................215
Roadside Assistance button ..........214
Search & Send ............................... 215
SOS button .................................... 213
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ..216
System self-test ............................. 212
Telephone .......................................... 167
Answering/ending a call ................128
Call lists ......................................... 176
Emergency calls “911” ..................173
Hands-free microphone ...................33
Making calls ................................... 177
Menu ............................................. 128
Operation ....................................... 128
Phone book ........................... 128, 174
Redialing ........................................ 129
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 117
Interior temperature ......................192
Outside .......................................... 118
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Tie-down rings ................................... 203
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 321
Time setting ....................................... 132
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 252
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 238
Tire and loading terminology ........... 250
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iCanada only:
This device complies with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference,
and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO
R You can also use the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey
( Y page 70).
R You can combine KEYLESS-GO functions
with normal SmartKey functions (e.g.
unlocking with KEYLESS-GO and locking
with button &).
R Always carry the SmartKey with you.
R Never store the SmartKey together with
- electronic items such as a mobile phone
or another SmartKey
- metallic objects such as coins or metal
foil
Doing so could impair the function of the
KEYLESS-GO system.
R To lock or unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey
must be located outside the vehicle within
approximately 3 ft (1 m) of a door or the
trunk.
R When the vehicle has been parked for more
than 72 hours, the KEYLESS-GO function is
deactivated. Pull an outside door handle
and switch on the ignition once to activate
the KEYLESS-GO function.
R If the SmartKey is positioned farther away
from the vehicle, the system may no longer
recognize the SmartKey. The vehicle
cannot be locked or the engine started via
the KEYLESS-GO system.
R If the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle
(e.g. if a passenger exits the vehicle with
the SmartKey)
- when pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/
stop button or trying to lock the vehicle
with the outside door handle the
message Key Not Detected appears in
the multifunction display
- with the engine running, the red message
Key Not Detected appears in the
multifunction display while driving off
Find the SmartKey or change its present
location immediately (e.g. place it on the
front passenger seat or insert it in shirt
pocket).
R If you have started the engine with the
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, you can
turn it off again by
- pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button
- inserting the SmartKey into the starter
switch when the vehicle is at a standstill
and the automatic transmission is in park
position P
R The vehicle could be inadvertently
unlocked if the SmartKey is within 3 ft (1 m)
of the vehicle and
- an outside door handle is splashed with
water
or
- you attempt to clean an outside door
handle
R Remember that the engine can be started
by anyone with a SmartKey that is left
inside the vehicle.
Possibility 1 (One SmartKey in the vehicle,
one SmartKey outside the vehicle):
If you leave the SmartKey behind when
exiting and locking the vehicle, no message
appears in the multifunction display.72Locking and unlockingControls in detail
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Remaining driving range and current
fuel consumption
XPress button = or ; to select the
Trip menu.
XPress button : or 9 to select the
estimated remaining driving range and
current fuel consumption display.
Note that the values are calculated based
on the current fuel tank level and the
current driving style. Make sure to refuel in
time.
If only very little fuel is left in the tank, a
vehicle at the fuel pump C appears
instead of the estimated remaining driving
range.
:Current fuel consumption11;Estimated remaining driving range
Digital speedometer
XPress button = or ; to select the
Trip menu.
XPress button : or 9 to select the
digital speedometer.
Example illustration for upshift indicator
:Upshift indicator12;Digital speedometerThe shift indicator is meant as a
recommendation for an economical driving
style. Always observe traffic conditions, as
your driving style is determined in the first
instance by the traffic situation.
AMG menu
This function is only available in AMG
vehicles.
XPress button = or ; to select the
AMG menu.
:Digital speedometer;Gear indicator=Upshift indicator?Engine oil temperature indicatorACoolant temperature indicator
The engine oil temperature flashes if the
engine oil temperature has not yet reached
176‡ (80†). During this time, avoid driving
at full engine speed.
The upshift indicator = indicates that the
engine has reached the overrevving range.
The upshift indicator = blocks other
messages in the multifunction display until
you have shifted up.
Use buttons : or 9 to select the
following functions in the AMG menu:
11Not available on AMG vehicles.12Vehicles with manual transmission only
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For more information, see also “Practical
hints” ( Y page 305).XRemove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
KEYLESS-GO: Open the driver’s door. This
puts the starter switch in position 0, same
as with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch. The driver’s door then can
be closed again.XOpening: Press fuel filler flap : at the
point indicated by the arrow.XTurn fuel filler cap ; counterclockwise.XTake off fuel filler cap ;.
!
The fuel filler cap is tethered to the fuel
filler neck. Do not drop the cap. It could
damage the vehicle paint finish.
XPlace fuel filler cap ; in direction of arrow
into holder =.XFully insert filler nozzle unit and refuel.XOnly fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit
cuts out – do not top off or overfill .XClosing: Turn fuel filler cap ; clockwise
until it audibly engages.
i Close the fuel filler flap before locking the
vehicle. Otherwise the flap locking pin will
prevent closing the fuel filler flap.
XClose fuel filler flap :.
Check regularly and before a long trip
For information on quantities and
requirements of operating agents, see “Fuels,
coolants, lubricants, etc.” ( Y page 349).
Check the following:
R Engine oil level ( Y page 225)
R Tire inflation pressure ( Y page 232)
R Coolant level ( Y page 227)
R Vehicle lighting ( Y page 313)
R
Washer system and headlamp cleaning
system ( Y page 228)
R Brake fluid ( Y page 228)
Engine compartment
Hood
GWarning!
Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle
is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be
forced open by passing air flow.
This could cause the hood to come loose and
injure you and/or others.
Opening
GWarning!
Do not open the hood when the engine is
overheated. You could be seriously injured.
Observe the coolant temperature gauge to
determine whether the engine may be
overheated. If you see flames or smoke
coming from the engine compartment, move
away from the vehicle. Wait until the engine
has cooled. If necessary, call the fire
department.
GWarning!
You could be injured when the hood is open –
even when the engine is turned off.
Parts of the engine can become very hot. To
prevent burns, let the engine cool completely
before touching any components on the
vehicle. Comply with all relevant safety
precautions.
GWarning!
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of
moving parts when the hood is open and the
engine is running.
The radiator fan may continue to run for
approximately 30 seconds or may even
restart after the engine has been turned off.
Stay clear of fan blades.
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GWarning!
The engine is equipped with a transistorized
ignition system. Because of the high voltage
it is dangerous to touch any components
(ignition coils, spark plug sockets, diagnostic
socket) of the ignition system
Rwith the engine running
Rwhile starting the engine
Rwhen the ignition is switched on and the
engine is turned manually
XPull hood lock release lever :.
The hood is unlocked.
! Never open the hood if the wiper arms are
folded forward away from the windshield.
Otherwise the windshield wipers or the
hood could be damaged.
XPush handle ; under the hood upwards.XPull up on the hood and then release it.
The hood will be held open at shoulder
height by gas-filled struts automatically.
ClosingGWarning!
When closing the hood, use extreme caution
not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that
you do not close the hood on anyone.
Make sure the hood is securely engaged
before driving off. Do not continue driving if
the hood can no longer engage after an
accident, for example. The hood could
otherwise come loose while the vehicle is in
motion and injure you and/or others.
XLet the hood drop from a height of
approximately 8 in (20 cm).
XCheck to make sure the hood is fully
closed.
If you can raise the hood at a point above
the headlamps, then it is not properly
closed. Open it again and let it drop with
somewhat greater force.
Engine oil
The amount of oil your engine consumes will
depend on a number of factors, including
driving style. Increased oil consumption can
occur when the vehicle is new or the vehicle
is driven frequently at higher engine speeds.
Engine oil consumption checks should only
be made after the vehicle break-in period.
! Do not use any special lubricant additives,
as these may damage the drive assemblies.
Using special additives not approved by
Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
For further information contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Notes on checking engine oil level
When checking the oil level
Rthe vehicle must be parked on level ground
Rwith the engine at operating temperature,
the vehicle must have been stationary for
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at least 5 minutes with the engine turned
off
Rwith the engine not at operating
temperature, the vehicle must have been
stationary for at least 30 minutes with the
engine turned off
Checking engine oil level
XOpen the hood (Y page 224).XPull out oil dipstick :.XWipe oil dipstick : clean.XSlowly insert oil dipstick : fully into the
dipstick guide tube.
XPull out oil dipstick : again after
approximately 3 seconds to obtain
accurate reading.
The oil level is correct when it is between
lower (min) mark = and upper (max)
mark ; of oil dipstick :.
iAll models (except C 63 AMG):
The filling quantity between the upper and
lower marks on the oil dipstick is
approximately 2.1 US qt. (2.0 l).
C 63 AMG:
The filling quantity between the upper and
lower marks on the oil dipstick is
approximately 1.6 US qt. (1.5 l).
XIf necessary, add engine oil.
For more information on engine oil, see
“Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.”
(Y page 349).
For information on messages in the
multifunction display concerning engine oil,
see the “Practical hints” section
(Y page 291).
Adding engine oil
! Only use approved engine oils and oil
filters required for vehicles with
Maintenance System. For a listing of
approved engine oils and oil filters, contact
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or
visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
The following will result in engine or
emission control system damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty:
RUsing engine oils and oil filters of
specification other than those expressly
required for the Maintenance System.
RChanging of oil and oil filter at change
intervals longer than those called for by
the Maintenance System.
RUsing any oil additives.
All models (except C 63 AMG)
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