2007 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 265

Operation Driving instructions Parking Tires Automatic transmission*: Move the gear selector lever to position P. Warning! G Slowly release brake pedal. When parked on an incline, always turn the front wheels towards the road curb. Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and remove. Take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle when leaving. Warning! G Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire. To reduce the risk of personal injury, or damage to the vehicle or the vehicle drivetrain, as a result of vehicle movement, always do the following before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle: Keep right foot on brake pedal. Manual transmission: Move the gearshift lever to neutral position (no gear selected). Firmly depress parking brake pedal. Manual transmission: Move the gearshift lever into first or reverse gear. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on the hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road. Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approximately 1/16 in (1.6 mm), at which point the tire is considered worn and should be replaced. 264