🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: C-Class Year: 2008 Market: Global (likely North America, Europe) Codes Chassis Code: W204 Infotainment System Code: COMAND APS 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact Executive Sedan/Coupe/Wagon Premium Features: Focus on luxury, advanced technology, and driving dynamics Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, Lexus IS, Infiniti G35 Key Features W204 Platform: Introduced a more aggressive styling and improved handling over the W203 generation Infotainment Advancement: COMAND APS was a high-end offering for the time, providing integrated navigation and multimedia 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas System Focus: COMAND APS (Cockpit Management and Navigation Entertainment) System Page Count Estimated Pages: 150-250 (typical for this type of system manual) Manual Type Type: Operator's Manual / Owner's Manual (System Specific) Language Language: English (assumed based on product description, could vary) Format Format: Digital PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Primary System: COMAND APS Infotainment System Audio Functions: Radio (AM/FM, RDS), CD Player, MP3 Playback, Aux Input Navigation Functions: Navigation System Operation, Map Updates, Route Planning, Points of Interest (POI) Communication Functions: Bluetooth Hands-Free Calling, Phonebook Management Climate Control Integration: Display and basic control of HVAC system via COMAND interface Vehicle Settings Integration: Access to certain vehicle settings and information display Procedures Included Basic Operation: System startup, shutdown, menu navigation, button/control usage Setting Personalization: Customizing audio settings, display preferences, navigation options Audio Source Selection: Switching between radio, CD, external devices Navigation Usage: Entering destinations, managing routes, understanding navigation prompts Bluetooth Pairing: Connecting and managing mobile phones via Bluetooth Troubleshooting Basic: Common error messages, system resets, restarting the system Technical Depth Depth: Operator-level, focused on user interaction and system features Diagnostics: Limited to user-facing error codes and basic restart procedures, not deep electronic diagnostics Repair Procedures: None (this is an operator's manual, not a workshop manual) 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable if properly OCR'd Print Quality Resolution: High (factory standard, suitable for digital viewing and printing) Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code Common: M271 (2.0L Supercharged Inline-4) or M272 (3.5L V6) Engine Code Common Engine Displacement Common: 2.0L (approx.), 3.5L Performance Horsepower Range: 180 - 270 hp (depending on engine variant) Torque Range: 200 - 350 lb-ft (depending on engine variant) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Fuel Type Recommended: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91+ Octane) 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 7-speed automatic (7G-TRONIC) Optional Type: 6-speed manual (less common in US market for this year) Features Modes: Comfort (C) and Sport (S) modes Fluid Specification Fluid Type: MB Approved ATF (e.g., Shell ATF 134, Mobil ATF 134) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase Inches: 108.7 Length Inches: 178.7 Width Inches: 69.7 Height Inches: 55.5 Cargo Trunk Volume Cu Ft: 12.4 Weights Curb Weight Lbs: 3400 - 3600 (approx., depending on engine and trim) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact: 5-Star (for driver and front passenger) IIHS Top Safety Pick: Yes (for models equipped with optional side airbags) Active Features ABS: Anti-lock Braking System Esp: Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Traction Control: Traction Control System (ASR) Passive Features Airbags: Front, Side, Curtain Airbags (standard or optional) Seatbelts: Pretensioning front seatbelts with load limiters 💡 Technology Features Infotainment System Name: COMAND APS (Cockpit Management and Navigation Entertainment) Display Type: Color LCD screen (typically 5-inch or 7-inch) Control Interface: Central rotary dial with integrated buttons, steering wheel controls Storage Media: CD/DVD drive, SD card slot (for navigation maps and media) Driver Assistance Optional Features: Advanced Parking Assist (Parktronic), Lane Keeping Assist, Distronic (Adaptive Cruise Control) (availability dependent on trim/options) Connectivity Bluetooth: Integrated Bluetooth hands-free telephony Auxiliary Input: Yes (typically an AUX jack for external audio devices) 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Flexible Service System (FSS) indicating based on driving conditions, typically around 10,000 miles or 1 year Major Service A Interval: Around 10,000 miles (e.g., oil, filter, checks) Major Service B Interval: Around 20,000 miles (e.g., includes items from Service A plus cabin filter, brake fluid check) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: MB Approved 229.5 or 229.51 (e.g., Mobil 1 0W-40, Castrol EDGE 5W-40) Coolant Type: MB Approved 325.0 (Glysantin G48, typically blue/green) Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Plus (MB Approved 331.0) Known Issues Engine M271 Common: Timing chain tensioner wear, intake manifold flap issues (older revisions) Transmission Common: Valve body issues (rare), potential leaks from transmission cooler lines Electronics Common: COMAND unit glitches, SAM module issues (though less common for the COMAND system itself) 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Legacy: Mercedes-Benz is known for luxury, engineering, and safety innovations dating back over a century. Model Evolution W204 Generation: The W204 generation (2007-2014) marked a significant redesign for the C-Class, with a bolder aesthetic and more advanced technology. Production Manufacturing Locations: Germany, South Africa, China (depending on market) 🏆...