2011 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 244

242 Maintenance fluid level measuring gauge could be damaged. Do not top up the brake fluid. This will not rectify the malfunction. Only check the brake fluid level when the vehicle is stationary and on a level surface. i Add windshield washer concentrate, e.g. MB SummerFit, to the washer fluid all year round. Maintenance and care Example: washer fluid reservoir X Mix the windshield washer fluid in a container beforehand. X At temperatures above freezing: fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water and windshield washer concentrate (e.g. MB SummerFit). X At temperatures below freezing: fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water and MB SummerFit windshield washer concentrate. For information on the mixing ratio, see (Y page 310) or use the premixed windshield washer solution with antifreeze available in specialist stores. X X The brake fluid level is correct if it is between MIN marking ; and MAX marking : on the brake fluid reservoir. Maintenance Service interval display Service messages Information about the type of service and service intervals (see separate Service Booklet) You can obtain more information at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at www.mbusa.com (USA only). The service interval display informs you of the next service due date. If a service is overdue, you will also hear a warning tone. The multifunction display shows a service message for a few seconds, e.g. Next Service A in .. mls Service A due Service A Exceeded By .. mls The letter indicates which service is due. A stands for a minor service and B for a major service. A number or another letter may be displayed after the letter. This figure indicates any necessary additional maintenance work to be performed. To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab. Add the premixed washer fluid. X To close: press cap : onto the filler neck until it engages. Brake fluid level ! If you discover that the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the MIN mark or below, check the brake system for leaks immediately. Also check the brake lining thickness. Contact a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.