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Mercedes-Benz 2011 C300 Luxury Sedan User Manual

Mercedes-Benz 2011 C300 Luxury Sedan
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C-Class
Operator's Manual
BA 204 USA, CA Edition A 2011; 1; 5, en-US
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Mercedes-Benz 2011 C300 Luxury Sedan Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMercedes-Benz
Model2011 C300 Luxury Sedan
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Product Information

Information on using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts, and accessories for vehicle reliability and safety.

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

Service and Vehicle Operation

Information on service and warranty, including details on warranties covering the vehicle and factory-fitted parts.

Breakdown Assistance

Information on the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program, including contact numbers for USA and Canada.

Operating Safety

Safety notes regarding improper work on electronic components and potential impacts on safety systems.

Proper Use of the Vehicle

Rules for vehicle use, including safety notes, technical data, and traffic regulations.

Problems with Your Vehicle

Guidance on contacting an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for diagnosing and rectifying vehicle problems affecting safe operation.

Reporting Malfunctions Relevant to Safety

Information for reporting safety defects to NHTSA in the USA, potentially leading to recalls.

At a Glance

Exterior View

Provides an overview of the vehicle's exterior, with numbered components and their corresponding page numbers for detailed information.

Cockpit

An overview of the vehicle's interior cockpit, with numbered components and their corresponding page numbers.

Instrument Cluster Overview

Details the overview of the instrument cluster, including gauges, indicators, and displays.

Multifunction Steering Wheel Controls

Illustrates and explains the functions of the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel.

Center Console Controls

Provides an overview of the center console, identifying key controls and their functions with page references.

Overhead Control Panel Functions

Details the functions of the overhead control panel, including lighting and sunroof controls.

Door Control Panel Functions

Explains the functions of the door control panel, including window and mirror adjustments.

Safety

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

Occupant Safety

Focuses on restraint system components like seat belts, child restraints, SRS, and air bags.

Children in the Vehicle

Provides important safety notes and instructions for securing children and child restraint systems.

Driving Safety Systems

Details systems like ABS, BAS, ESP, EBD, and ADAPTIVE BRAKE.

Anti-Theft Systems

Explains the immobilizer and the ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm) system.

Opening and Closing

SmartKey

Provides important safety notes and general information about the SmartKey and its functions.

Doors

Details important safety notes for doors and procedures for unlocking and opening them.

Trunk

Covers trunk operation, important safety notes, and how to open and close it manually or automatically.

Side Windows

Provides important safety notes and operating instructions for opening and closing side windows.

Sliding Sunroof

Details important safety notes and operating instructions for the sliding sunroof.

Seats, Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Correct Driver's Seat Position

Guidance on achieving the correct driver's seat position for safety and comfort.

Seats

Important safety notes and instructions for adjusting seats, head restraints, and lumbar support.

Steering Wheel

Details important safety notes and instructions for adjusting the steering wheel manually and electrically.

Mirrors

Covers adjustments for the rear-view mirror and exterior mirrors, including automatic anti-glare and folding.

Memory Functions

Explains how to store and recall settings for seat, steering wheel, and mirrors.

Lights and Windshield Wipers

Exterior Lighting

Covers the operation of the light switch, fog lamps, and rear fog lamps.

Changing Bulbs

Provides important safety notes, Xenon bulb information, and instructions for changing various bulbs.

Windshield Wipers

Covers important safety notes, switching wipers on/off, replacing blades, and troubleshooting.

Climate Control

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

Overview of Climate Control Systems

Provides important safety notes and an overview of the dual-zone automatic climate control system.

Operating the Control Systems

Details switching climate control on/off, cooling with air dehumidification, and activating/deactivating air recirculation.

Setting the Air Vents

Instructions on setting center and side air vents for optimal airflow and draft-free ventilation.

Driving and Parking

Notes on Breaking-in a New Vehicle

Guidance on the first 1000 miles (1500 km) for new vehicles, covering speed, throttle, and gear changes.

Driving

General driving information, including important safety notes and advice for AMG vehicles.

Manual Transmission

Details important safety notes, gear lever operation, and engaging reverse gear.

Automatic Transmission

Covers shift recommendations, important safety notes, selector lever overview, and transmission position display.

Refueling

Provides important safety notes on refueling, fuel grade, flexible fuel vehicles, and fuel consumption.

Parking

Important safety notes on parking, including issues with fuel and tank, and parking brake operation.

Driving Tips

Offers general driving tips, advice on saving fuel, and tips for specific conditions like wet roads or driving abroad.

Driving Systems

Details systems like cruise control, dynamic handling package, and PARKTRONIC.

On-board Computer and Displays

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

Important Safety Notes

Provides critical safety information regarding driver attention, multifunction steering wheel use, and vehicle speed.

Displays and Operation

Explains the operation of various displays like the coolant temperature gauge and tachometer.

Menus and Submenus

Provides an overview of the vehicle's menu structure, detailing trip, AMG, Navi, Audio, Tel, DriveAssist, Service, and Settings menus.

Display Messages

Lists various display messages, their possible causes, consequences, and solutions for troubleshooting.

Warning and Indicator Lamps in the Instrument Cluster

Explains the meaning and possible causes of various warning and indicator lamps.

Loading, Stowing and Features

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

Loading Guidelines

Provides critical safety warnings about fastening items securely to prevent injury from loose objects during maneuvers.

Stowage Compartments

Details important safety notes for stowage compartments, emphasizing trunk use and keeping lids closed.

Stowage Areas

Describes stowage areas like glove box, armrest compartments, rear seat backrest pockets, and parcel nets.

Features

Covers features such as roof carriers, cup holders, sun visors, and rear window roller sunblinds.

Maintenance and Care

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

Engine Compartment

Covers opening and closing the hood, engine component safety, and warnings about hot parts and the ignition system.

Maintenance

Provides information on service interval display and service messages, including how to interpret them.

Care

Offers notes on regular vehicle care, use of recommended cleaning agents, and warnings about improper cleaning methods.

Breakdown Assistance

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

After an Accident

Provides guidance on handling fuel leaks, assessing damage, and resetting NECK-PRO head restraints after an accident.

Where Will I Find...?

Locates key items like the first-aid kit and vehicle tool kit, with instructions for accessing them.

Flat Tire

Covers preparing the vehicle, changing wheels, securing the vehicle, and run-flat system information.

Battery

Provides important safety notes on battery handling, charging, and replacement, with warnings about hazards.

Jump-starting

Details the procedure for jump-starting a vehicle, including important safety precautions and cable connections.

Towing and Tow-starting

Provides important safety notes and instructions for towing or tow-starting the vehicle, with warnings about transmission and axle damage.

Fuses

Explains the function of fuses, important safety notes on using approved fuses, and how to locate and change fuses.

Tires and Wheels

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

Important Safety Notes

Provides critical safety notes regarding tire and wheel selection, replacement, and maintenance.

Directives to be Observed

Lists directives for mounting tires and wheels, running in new tires, and checking tire condition.

Maintenance and Care of Wheels and Tires

Provides instructions for checking wheels and tires for damage, wear, and pressure.

Tire Pressures

Details recommended tire pressures, checking pressures manually, and the tire pressure loss warning system.

Loading the Vehicle

Explains how to determine maximum load capacity based on vehicle configuration and occupant weight.

Maximum Tire Load

Explains the maximum permitted weight for tires and warnings about overloading.

Direction of Rotation

Describes the importance of observing tire direction of rotation for optimal performance and safety.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

Explains the U.S. government's Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards for tread wear, traction, and temperature.

Interchanging the Wheels

Provides instructions and warnings for rotating tires and wheels, including torque specifications.

Tire Labeling

Explains various markings on tires, including DOT, speed index, load index, and tread wear indicators.

Definitions for Tires and Loading

Defines tire-related terms like tire ply material, bar, DOT, aspect ratio, and load index.

Wheel/Tire Combinations

Provides information on approved wheel rims and tire sizes for equipping the vehicle, including winter tires.

Technical Data

Vehicle Equipment

Details standard and optional vehicle equipment, noting possible country-specific differences and availability.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts

Information on the availability and importance of using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and approved accessories.

Warranty

Details vehicle warranty coverage, including new vehicle, emission system, and replacement part warranties.

Vehicle Identification Plates

Explains where to find the vehicle identification number (VIN) and paint code number on the vehicle.

Service Products and Capacities

Lists essential service products like fuels, lubricants, coolant, and brake fluid, along with their capacities.

Vehicle Data

Provides vehicle dimensions, weights, and capacities for various models, including AMG variants.

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