Name: Mercedes-Benz 2003 C 240 4MATIC
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
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Safety and Security

Occupant safety

Panic alarm*

Driving safety systems

Anti-theft systems

Table of Contents3
Introduction9
Product Information9
Operator's Manual10
- Service and Warranty Information10
- Mercedes-Benz Automobiles11
- Retail Buyers and Lessees of Mercedes-Benz Automobiles11
- Maintenance12
- Roadside Assistance12
- Change of Address or Ownership12
- Operating Your Vehicle Outside the USA or Canada13
Where to Find It14
Symbols15
Operating Safety16
- Proper Use of the Vehicle16
Problems with Your Vehicle17
Reporting Safety Defects18
At a Glance19
Cockpit20
Instrument Cluster22
Brake Warning23
Multifunction Steering Wheel24
- Important Notice for California Center Console25
- Retail Buyers and Lessees of Upper Part25
- Lower Part26
Overhead Control Panel27
Door Control Panel28
Getting Started29
Unlocking30
- Unlocking with Smartkey30
Adjusting32
- Seats32
- Steering Wheel37
- Mirrors39
Driving41
- Fastening the Seat Belt41
- Starting the Engine44
- Switching on Headlamps47
- Turn Signals and High Beam47
- Windshield Wipers48
- Problems While Driving49
Parking and Locking51
- Parking Brake51
- Switching off Headlamps52
- Turning off Engine53
Safety and Security55
Occupant Safety56
- Airbags57
- Seat Belts61
- Children in the Vehicle65
- Blocking of Rear Door Window Operation71
- Panic Alarm72
- Activating72
- Deactivating72
Driving Safety Systems73
- Abs73
- Bas74
- Esp75
- Four Wheel Electronic Traction System (4MATIC*) with the ESP78
Anti-Theft Systems79
- Immobilizer79
- Anti-Theft Alarm System79
- Tow-Away Alarm80
Controls in Detail83
- Locking and Unlocking84
- Keys84
- Opening the Doors from the Inside87
- Opening the Trunk from the Inside88
- Opening the Trunk88
- Closing the Trunk89
- Trunk Lid Emergency Release89
- Separately Locking the Trunk90
- Separately Unlocking the Trunk91
- Automatic Central Locking91
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside92
Seats93
- Easy-Entry/Exit Feature93
- Head Restraints94
- Multicontour Seat96
- Heated Seats97
Memory Function98
- Storing Positions into Memory99
- Recalling Positions from Memory99
- Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position100
Lighting101
- Exterior Lamp Switch101
- Combination Switch104
- Hazard Warning Flasher104
- Interior Lighting105
- Door Entry Lamps106
- Trunk Lamp106
Instrument Cluster107
- Instrument Cluster Illumination107
- Coolant Temperature Display108
- Trip Odometer109
- Tachometer109
- Outside Temperature Indicator110
Control System111
- Multifunction Display111
- Multifunction Steering Wheel112
- Menus114
- Standard Display Menu116
- AUDIO Menu116
- NAVI Menu118
- Malfunction Memory Menu118
- Settings Menu119
- Trip Computer Menu132
- TEL Menu134
Manual Transmission137
- Shifting into Reverse137
Automatic Transmission138
- One-Touch Gearshifting139
- Gear Ranges140
- Gear Selector Lever Position141
- Program Mode Selector Switch142
- Accelerator Position143
- Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)143
Good Visibility144
- Rear View Mirror144
- Headlamp Cleaning System146
- Sun Visors146
- Rear Window Sunshade147
Climate Control148
- Setting the Temperature150
- Adjusting Air Distribution and Volume151
- Defrosting151
- Air Recirculation Mode152
- Rear Window Defroster153
- Deactivating the Climate Control System153
- Air Conditioning154
- Ventilated Storage Compartment155
- Rear Passenger Compartment Adjustable Air Vents155
Automatic Climate Control156
- Setting the Temperature158
- Adjusting Air Distribution159
- Adjusting Air Volume159
- Maximum Cooling MAXCOOL160
- Defrosting160
- Air Recirculation Mode160
- Charcoal Filter161
- Rear Window Defroster162
- Air Conditioning163
- Residual Heat and Ventilation163
- Rear Passenger Compartment Adjustable Air Vents164
Audio System165
- Audio and Telephone, Operation165
- Operating Safety165
- Operating and Display Elements166
- Button and Soft Key Operation168
- Operation168
- Radio Mode171
- Cassette Mode174
- CD Changer* Operating Mode178
- Telephone* Operation182
Power Windows187
- Opening and Closing the Windows187
- Synchronizing Power Windows189
Sliding/Pop-Up Roof190
- Opening and Closing the Sliding/Pop-Up Roof190
- Synchronizing the Sliding/Pop-Up Roof192
Driving Systems193
- Cruise Control193
Loading196
- Roof Rack196
- Ski Sack196
- Split Rear Bench Seat199
- Loading Instructions202
Useful Features203
- Interior Storage Spaces203
- Ashtrays207
- Cigarette Lighter208
- Telephone208
- Tele Aid209
- Information Button214
- Garage Door Opener217
Operation221
The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)222
Driving Instructions223
- Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel223
- Drinking and Driving223
- Pedals223
- Power Assistance224
- Brakes224
- Driving off225
- Parking225
- Tires226
- Hydroplaning227
- Tire Traction227
- Tire Speed Rating227
- Winter Driving Instructions228
- Standing Water229
- Passenger Compartment230
- Driving Abroad230
- Control and Operation of Radio Transmitter230
- Catalytic Converter231
- Emission Control231
- Coolant Temperature232
At the Gas Station233
- Check Regularly and before a Long Trip234
Engine Compartment235
- Hood235
- Engine Oil236
- Transmission Fluid Level238
- Coolant Level238
- Battery240
- Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning* System241
Tires and Wheels242
- Important Guidelines242
- Life of Tire243
- Direction of Rotation243
- Checking Tire Inflation Pressure243
- Rotating Wheels244
Winter Driving245
- Winter Tires245
- Block Heater (Canada Only)246
- Snow Chains246
Maintenance247
- Clearing the Service Indicator247
- Service Term Exceeded247
- Calling up the Service Indicator248
- Resetting the Service Indicator248
Vehicle Care249
- Cleaning and Care of Vehicle249
Practical Hints255
What to Do if256
- Lamps in Instrument Cluster256
- Lamp in Center Console260
- Messages in the Display261
Where will I Find279
- First Aid Kit279
- Vehicle Tool Kit279
- Where will I Find280
- Spare Wheel281
Unlocking/Locking in an Emergency285
- Unlocking the Vehicle285
- Locking the Vehicle286
- Changing Batteries286
- Fuel Filler Flap287
- Manually Unlocking the Transmission Selector Lever288
Opening/Closing in an Emergency289
- Sliding/Pop-Up Roof289
Replacing Bulbs290
- Bulbs290
- Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps292
- Side Marker Lamp Bulb294
- Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps295
Replacing Wiper Blades296
- Removing296
- Installing296
Flat Tire297
- Preparing the Vehicle297
- Mounting the Spare Wheel297
Battery303
- Disconnecting the Battery304
- Removing the Battery304
- Charging and Reinstalling the Battery304
- Reconnecting the Battery305
Jump Starting306
Towing the Vehicle308
- Installing Towing Eye Bolt311
Fuses312
- Fuse Box in Passenger Compartment312
- Compartment312
- Auxiliary Fuse Box in Trunk313
Technical Data315
Spare Parts Service316
Warranty Coverage317
- Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet317
Identification Labels318
Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive319
- C 230 Kompressor Sport319
- C 240 / C 320 (All Models)319
- C 32 Amg319
Engine320
Rims and Tires322
- Same Size Tires323
- Mixed Size Tires324
- Spare Wheel325
Electrical System326
Main Dimensions327
Weights328
Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc329
- Capacities329
- Engine Oils332
- Engine Oil Additives332
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant332
- Brake Fluid332
- Premium Unleaded Gasoline333
- Fuel Requirements333
- Gasoline Additives334
- Flexible Fuel Vehicles334
- Coolants336
- Windshield Washer and Headlamp Cleaning* System338
Consumer Information339
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading339
Technical Terms341
Index347

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Brand	Mercedes-Benz
Model	2003 C 240 4MATIC
Category	Automobile
Language	English