Mirrors MERCEDES-BENZ C320 2002 W203 Owner's Manual

1 Contents
IntroductionProduct information .......................... 7
Operator’s manual ............................. 8
Where to find it ................................ 13
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15Instruments and controlsInstruments and controls ............... 18
Door control panel ....................... 20
Overhead control panel ............... 21
Dashboard ..................................... 22
Center console .............................. 24OperationVehicle keys ...................................... 28
Start lock-out .................................... 30
General notes on the
central locking system ............... 30
Central locking system ................... 31
Radio frequency and
infrared remote control ............... 31
Locking and unlocking ................ 33Choosing global or selective
mode on remote control ............. 33
Opening the trunk ....................... 34
Opening and closing windows
and sliding / pop-up roof
from outside ................................. 35
Panic button ................................. 36
Mechanical keys .......................... 36
Doors ................................................. 37
Central locking switch .................... 39
Automatic central locking .............. 40
Emergency unlocking
in case of accident ...................... 40
Trunk ..................................................41
Trunk lid emergency release ........ 43
Trunk lid emergency release ........ 44
Trunk lid release switch ................ 45
Trunk lamp ....................................... 45
Antitheft alarm system ................... 46
Tow-away alarm ............................... 47
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 48
Front seat adjustment ..................... 49
Removal and installation of
front seat head restraints .......... 55Multicontour seat ............................ 57
Heated seats ..................................... 58
Rear seat head restraints ................ 60
Seat belts and integrated
restraint system .......................... 63
Seat belts ........................................... 63
Seat belt nonusage
warning system ........................... 64
BabySmart
TM airbag
deactivation system .................... 70
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) ............................... 71
Emergency tensioning
retractor (ETR) ............................. 72
Airbags .............................................. 73
Safety guidelines for the seat
belt, emergency tensioning
retractor and airbag .................... 81
Infant and child
restraint systems ......................... 83
Steering wheel adjustment
(manual) ....................................... 88
Steering wheel adjustment
(electrical) .................................... 89
Rear view mirrors ............................ 90
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3 ContentsScanning ......................................... 185
Scanning ......................................... 185
Dolby NR 1
noise reduction system ............ 185
CD mode .......................................... 186
General notes on CD mode ........... 186
CD changer installed ..................... 187
Loading/emptying
the CD magazine ....................... 187
Playing CDs .................................... 188
Skipping tracks
forward/backward .................... 188
Fast forward/reverse ..................... 189
Scanning ......................................... 189
Random play/repeat function ...... 189
Direct track selection .................... 190
Track and time display ................. 190
Telephone operation ...................... 190
Switching the telephone
on and off ................................... 190
Adjusting the volume .................... 191
Entering telephone number
and starting dialing process .... 191
Calling up the phone book ........... 191Switching between
name search and
number search ........................... 191
Searching and selecting
phone book entries
by number ..................................192
Placing a call ...................................192
Manual repeat dialing
(redial) .........................................193
Automatic repeat dialing
(redial) .........................................193
Speed dialing ..................................193
Turbo-dialing ..................................194
Multi party call ...............................194
Accepting incoming call in
telephone mode .........................194
Accepting incoming call
in tape, CD or radio mode ........194
Terminating call .............................195
Muting a call ...................................195
Component malfunctions ..............195
Power windows ...............................197
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 200
Interior lighting ............................. 203Rear window sunshade .................205
Sun visors .......................................206
Vanity mirrors ................................206
Interior ............................................207
Storage compartments
and armrests ..............................207
Glove box .....................................208
Cup holder ...................................... 211
Ashtrays .......................................... 213
Lighter ............................................. 215
Parcel net in
front passenger footwell .......... 216
Ski sack ........................................... 216
Enlarged cargo area ....................... 221
Split folding rear seat bench ........ 221
Loading instructions
(vehicle with
enlarged cargo area) .................223
Cellular telephone .........................224
Telephone, general ........................225
Garage door opener .......................226
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26 Contents - Operation
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
OperationVehicle keys ...................................... 28
Start lock-out .................................... 30
General notes on the
central locking system ............... 30
Central locking system ................... 31
Radio frequency and
infrared remote control ............... 31
Locking and unlocking ................ 33
Choosing global or selective
mode on remote control .............. 33
Opening the trunk ....................... 34
Opening and closing windows
and sliding / pop-up roof
from outside .................................. 35
Panic button .................................. 36
Mechanical keys ........................... 36
Doors .................................................. 37
Central locking switch .................... 39
Automatic central locking .............. 40
Emergency unlocking
in case of accident ...................... 40
Trunk ................................................. 41Trunk lid emergency release ........ 43
Trunk lid emergency release ........ 44
Trunk lid release switch ................ 45
Trunk lamp ....................................... 45
Antitheft alarm system ................... 46
Tow-away alarm ............................... 47
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 48
Front seat adjustment ..................... 49
Removal and installation of
front seat head restraints .......... 55
Multicontour seat ............................ 57
Heated seats ..................................... 58
Rear seat head restraints ............... 60
Seat belts and integrated
restraint system .......................... 63
Seat belts .......................................... 63
Seat belt nonusage
warning system .......................... 64
BabySmart
TM airbag
deactivation system ................... 70
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) ................................ 71
Emergency tensioning
retractor (ETR) ............................ 72Airbags .............................................. 73
Safety guidelines for the seat
belt, emergency tensioning
retractor and airbag .................... 81
Infant and child
restraint systems ......................... 83
Steering wheel adjustment
(manual) ....................................... 88
Steering wheel adjustment
(electrical) .................................... 89
Rear view mirrors ............................ 90
Instrument cluster ........................... 98
Multifunction steering wheel,
multifunction display ............... 102
Trip and main odometer
and sub menu ............................ 106
Audio systems ................................ 108
Radio ............................................ 108
CD player ..................................... 109
Cassette player ............................110
Telephone ......................................... 111
Navigation system ...........................116
Trip computer ..................................117
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27 Contents - Operation
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Malfunction/warning
message memory .......................119
Individual settings ......................... 121
Setting the audio volume .............. 136
Coolant temperature gauge .......... 137
Flexible service system
(FSS) ............................................ 138
Engine oil level indicator .............. 141
Engine oil consumption ................ 142
Exterior lamp switch ..................... 143
Headlamp mode ............................. 144
Night security illumination ......... 146
Locator lighting .......................... 147
Headlamp cleaning system .......... 147
Combination switch ...................... 148
Hazard warning flasher
switch .......................................... 151Climate control ...............................152
Automatic climate control .............160
Front center console storage
compartment ventilation .......... 171
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air outlets ............... 172
Operation Audio and telephone .. 173
Operating safety ............................ 173
Operating and display elements .. 174
Button and soft key operation ...... 176
Component malfunctions ..............195
Power windows ...............................197
Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 200
Interior lighting ............................. 203
Rear window sunshade ................ 205
Sun visors ....................................... 206
Vanity mirrors ............................... 206Interior ............................................207
Storage compartments
and armrests ..............................207
Glove box .....................................208
Cup holder ...................................... 211
Ashtrays .......................................... 213
Lighter ............................................. 215
Parcel net in
front passenger footwell .......... 216
Ski sack ........................................... 216
Enlarged cargo area ....................... 221
Split folding rear seat bench ........ 221
Loading instructions
(vehicle with
enlarged cargo area) .................223
Cellular telephone .........................224
Telephone, general ........................225
Garage door opener .......................226
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50 Seats
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Power seat
The switches are located in each front door.
We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following
order:
1Seat, up / down
Press the switch (up / down direction) until
comfortable seating position with still sufficient
headroom is reached.2Seat adjustment, fore / aft
Press the switch (fore / aft direction) until a
comfortable seating position is reached that still
allows you to reach the accelerator / brake pedal
safely. The position should be as far rearward as
possible, consistent with ability to properly operate
controls.
3Seat cushion tilt
Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until
your legs are lightly supported.
4Backrest tilt
Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until
your arms are slightly angled when holding the
steering wheel.
5Head restraint
The height of the head restraint is adjusted
automatically with the seat so that the back of the
head is supported approximately at ear level. Adjust
the head restraint using the switch to support the
back of your head approximately at ear level.
For exterior rear view mirrors, see page 91;
inside rear view mirror, see page 90;
steering wheel adjustment, see page 89.
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54 Seats
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Important!
Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check
and adjust if necessary the seat height, seat position
fore and aft, and backrest angle to insure adequate
control, reach and comfort. The head restraint should
also be adjusted for proper height. See also airbag
section on page 73 for proper seat positioning.
In addition, also adjust the steering wheel to ensure
ad eq uate con tr ol, r each, operation and com fort. B ot h the
inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted
for adequate rearward vision.
Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be
seated in a properly secured restraint system that
complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard 213.
All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view
mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts
should be done before the vehicle is put into motion.
Wa r n i n g !
Children 12 years old and under must never ride in
the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz
authorized BabySmart
TM compatible child seat,
which operates with the BabySmart
TM system
installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger
side front airbag when it is properly installed.
Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it
inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal
injury can result.
According to accident statistics, children are safer
when properly restrained in the rear seating
positions than in the front seating positions.
Infants and small children must ride in back seats
and be seated in an appropriate infant or child
restraint system, which is properly secured with
the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the
child seat manufacturer’s instructions.A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is
significantly increased if the child restraints are
not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is
not properly secured in the child restraint.
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90 Rear view mirrors
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Rear view mirrors
Inside rear view mirror
Manually adjust the inside rear view mirror.
Inside rear view mirror, automatic antiglare
With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the
mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in
light sensitivity.
With the gear selector lever in position “R”, or with the
interior light switched on, the mirror brightness does
not respond to changes in light sensitivity.Note:
The automatic antiglare function does not react, if
incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the
mirror.
The automatic antiglare function will not react for
example, if the rear window sun shade is in the raised
position.
Wa r n i n g !
In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may
escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass
breaks.Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the
liquid to come into contact with eyes, skin,
clothing, or respiratory system. In cases it does,
immediately flush affected area with water, and
seek medical help if necessary.
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91 Rear view mirrors
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Exterior rear view mirrors
The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch.
The memory button (4) is located on the driver’s door.Exterior rear view mirror adjustment
Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1
or 2.
Push button to select mirror to be adjusted:
Driver’s side – Push button (1).
Passenger side – Push button (2).
Push the adjustment button (3) up, down, left or right
according to the setting desired.
Notes:
The exterior rear view mirrors have electrically heated
glass. The heater switches on automatically, depending
on outside temperature.
If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its
normal position, it must be repositioned by applying
firm pressure until it snaps into place.
Storing exterior rear view mirror positions
(only vehicles with memory function)
The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in
memory with the seat / steering wheel adjustment and
can be recalled when necessary. See page 95 for notes
on the memory function.
Wa r n i n g !
Exercise care when using the passenger side
exterior mirror. The mirror surface is convex
(outwardly curved surface for a wider field of
view). Objects in mirror are closer than they
appear. Check your inside rear view mirror or
glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
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92 Rear view mirrors
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Parking position exterior rear view mirror
(only vehicles with memory function)
The passenger side exterior mirror can be adjusted and
programmed to assist the driver during parking
maneuvers (e.g. to observe the curb or other objects
close to the vehicle).
With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, and
the exterior rear view mirror switch in the passenger
side position, the passenger side mirror will be turned
downward when placing the gear selector lever in “R”
reverse.Note:
For activating the mirror adjustment, see under
individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “MIRROR
SETTING WHEN PARKING”, on page 134.
The mirror position can now be adjusted as desired.
The passenger side mirror will return to its previous
position:
•immediately at speeds above approx. 6 mph
(10km/h)–independent of the engaged gear,
•after 10 seconds when shifting gear selector lever
from “R” Reverse,
•by pressing the driver’s side mirror button%.
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93 Rear view mirrors
Te ch n i c a l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index To store passenger mirror parking position:
1. The vehicle must be stationary.
Turn the electronic key in starter switch to
position 1 or 2.
2. Select passenger side mirror& and adjust the
mirror to view the curb.
3. Push the memory button “M” (4).
4. Within 3 seconds push bottom of adjustment
button (3).
The mirror should not move.
Repeat the memory procedure if the mirror moves.Note:
One stored parking position is available for each of the
two electronic keys.
This is only possible if you select “ON” in the menu
“SETTINGS KEY-DEPENDENT”. Refer to individual
setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “SETTINGS KEY-
DEPENDENT”, see page 134.
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