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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: What You Should Know At The Gas Station

    See last page • have all maintenance work per­ formed at regular intervals by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly country.
  • Page 3 Mercedes-Benz Owner’s Manual 260 E 300 E 300 CE 300 E 4MATIC...
  • Page 4 Kindly observe the follo w in g in you r ow n b e st interests: We re com m e nd using MERCEDES-BENZ original p a rts as w ell as conversion p a rts and accessories explicitly approved by us for you r vehicle model.
  • Page 5 Our com pan y and staff congratulate you on the purchase o f yo u r ne w MERCEDES-BENZ. Your selection o f our p ro d u c t is dem onstration o f your trust in ou r com pan y name. Further, it exem plified your desire to ow n an autom obile that w ill be as easy as p o ssib le to operate and pro vid e years o f service.
  • Page 6 Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, The Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet 365 days a year. contains detailed information about the warranties On-site service calls by a local Mercedes-Benz covering your MERCEDES-BENZ, including: Roadside Assistance technician are available •...
  • Page 7 Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet. readily available. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program, For details, consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer or write to: Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc.
  • Page 8 If there are any equipm ent details that are not show n or de scribe d in this O w n e r’s Manual, you r authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer w ill be g la d to inform you of correct care and op erating procedures.

  • Page 9: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Index...

  • Page 10: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip

    Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It Check Regularly and The First 1500 km is not recommended to brake the Before a Long Trip (1000 Miles) vehicle by manually shifting to a See page 124 The more cautiously you treat lower gear. We recommend to your vehicle during the break-in select positions ”...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamp Symbols Catalytic Converter Starting and Turning Off the Engine Driving Instructions MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System...

  • Page 12: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls 15 Rear window defroster switch (page 55) For more detailed descriptions see specified 16 Switch for folding rear seat head restraints pages. backward (page 36) 1 Adjustable side air outlets (page 22) 17 Switch for rear window sun shade 2 Exterior lamp switch (page 50) 18 Air recirculation switch (page 22) 3 Parking brake release (page 60)

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    F U E L O N LY =D £3 B R # K E O ( © ) 4 MATIC P54-0010-B34 Instrument Cluster 300 E 4MATIC: 4MATIC function indicator lamp (yellow). 1 Fuel economy gauge. See page 65 See page 70 2 Coolant temperature gauge.

  • Page 15: Indicator Lamp Symbols

    Fluid level for windshield and Indicator Lamp Symbols headlamp washer system low. Function Indicator Lamp See page 68 High beam Exterior lamp failure. See page 67 Warning Lamps (should go out with the engine running unless) ABS malfunction. See page 69 Battery not being charged.

  • Page 16: Catalytic Converter

    Catalytic Converter Caution! Warning! Your MERCEDES-BENZ is To prevent damage to the cata­ As with any vehicle, do not equipped with monolithic cata­ lytic converters, use only premium idle, park or operate this ve­ lytic converters, an important unleaded gasoline in this vehicle.

  • Page 17: Starting And Turning Off The Engine

    Hot Engine Important! Starting and Turning Off the Engine Turn key in steering lock clock­ Due to the installed starter non­ wise to the stop. Do not depress repeat feature, the key must be Before Starting accelerator. If the engine has not turned completely to the left Engage parking brake and move before attempting to start the...

  • Page 18: Driving Instructions

    Driving Instructions After hard braking it is advisable The condition of the parking brake to drive on for some time so the system is checked each time the Power assistance air stream will cool down the car is in the shop for the required When the engine is not running, brakes faster.
  • Page 19 (’/ i 6 in), at which point the tire is carried out by an authorized stantially impaired. considered worn and should be MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. replaced. The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.
  • Page 20 Aquaplaning Warning! Warning! Depending on the depth of the If ice has formed on the road, Do not allow your tires to wear water layer on the road, aqua­ down too far. With less than tire traction will be substan­ planing may occur, even at low tially reduced.
  • Page 21 Winter Driving Instructions If the vehicle is parked after being Parking driven on salt treated roads, the The most important rule for Warning! braking efficiency should be test­ slippery or icy roads is to drive ed as soon as possible after dri­ To reduce the risk of personal sensibly and to avoid abrupt ac­...

  • Page 22: Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System

    The next required maintenance is brake fluid approved by visible through the window in the Under severe operating con­ MERCEDES-BENZ. Do not mix maintenance booklet cover. ditions or heavy use, it may be different types of brake fluids. necessary to carry out prescribed...

  • Page 23: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Operation Steering Lock Automatic Climate Control Exterior Lamp Switch Car Keys Opening the Doors Combination Switch Shelf below Rear Window Locking and Unlocking of Inside Rear View Mirror Doors Central Locking System Exterior Rear View Mirrors Anti-Theft Alarm System Lighter Manual Seat Adjustment, Front 31 Sun Visors Power Seats, Front...
  • Page 24 Heating, cooling and air dis­ tribution within the vehicle’s in­ terior will be automatically con­ trolled. This is accomplished with the temperature selector (1), the pushbuttons (2) and the fan con­ trol buttons (3). The adjustable air outlets (6) and (8) can be variably opened and closed, or moved to direct the flow of air as desired.
  • Page 25 30 minutes of Have the system checked at your authorized operation at outside temperatures above approxi­ MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as soon as possible. mately 7°C (4 5 °F) and after approximately 5 minutes at outside temperatures below approxi­...
  • Page 26 Function Setting P I Normal setting The system automatically cools or heats depending on the outside temperature and the selected inte­ rior temperature. • In the cooling mode, air is directed only to the adjustable air outlets (6) and (8). •...
  • Page 27 Bi-Level This setting is used if the inside of the windshield begins to fog up, ice up or when wet snow is falling. As soon as the windshield has cleared, reset to @ or 0 . In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the windshield, foot area, and to outlets (8).
  • Page 28 Defrost The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the windshield and adjustable air outlets (8) in­ dependent of the positions of the temperature selector wheel and fan control buttons. o ff The air supply and heat to the car interior is shut off.
  • Page 29 This be obtained via your authorized key should be used whenever the MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. car is left with an attendant. Be sure to lock glove box or console storage compartment and trunk Warning! with the master key.
  • Page 30 When the rear door lock buttons are down, the rear doors cannot be opened from the outside or the inside, unless the door lock but­ tons are first pulled up. The driver’s door can be locked only if it is closed and the door latch has properly engaged.
  • Page 31 is completely closed. It can also trunk to remain locked at parking Central Locking System be engaged from the front pas­ lots, workshops, etc.). Turn the The entire vehicle may be locked senger door if the ignition key is master key completely to the right or unlocked with the central removed, or the key is inserted in and pull it out in the horizontal...
  • Page 32 Important! Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately 150 seconds in the form of blink­ If the trunk is unlocked with the The anti-theft alarm can be armed ing exterior lamps. At the same master key, the doors and fuel or disarmed with the master key, time an additional horn will sound filler flap will also be unlocked.
  • Page 33 Caution! Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat cov­ ers. For removal refer to ’’Prac­ tical Hints” , page 99. Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving. Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving.
  • Page 34 Important! Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should adjust the seat height for proper vision as well as fore/aft placement and seat back angle to insure adequate control, reach, operation, and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height. Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rearward vision.
  • Page 35 Two sets of seat/head restraint/ Warning! steering wheel positions may be Do not adjust the driver’s seat programmed into memory. After while driving. Adjusting the the seat/head restraint/steering seat while driving could cause wheel are positioned, push me­ the driver to lose control of mory button D, release, and within the vehicle.
  • Page 36 Caution! The inflation pressure of the air Do not remove head restraints cushion can be varied between except when mounting seat cov­ position ” 0 ” = without pressure, ers. For removal refer to ’’ Prac­ and position ” 4 ” = maximum tical Hints”...
  • Page 37 Note: To move the arm rest between positions 1 and 2 it may be ne­ cessary to overcome a slight resistance. Warning! The arm rest does not suf­ fice as a child restraint sys­ tem. In case of a frontal collision a child can be cata­...
  • Page 38 Head Restraints, Rear Inclination of head restraints: Adjusting Telescopic Steering Column Folding head restraints backward The head restraint inclination can (with engine running): be adjusted manually. Turn key in steering lock to posi­ tion 1 or 2 (with the driver’s or Press symbol-side of rocker Note: front passenger’s door open, the...
  • Page 39 Heater operation: Notes: Push in upper switch portion; When in operation, the seat position 1 = normal heater heater consumes a large amount operation, one indicator lamp of power. It is advisable not to use the seat heater longer than ne­ lights up.
  • Page 40 Seat Belts and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats, emergency tensioning retractors for the front seats, driver airbag and knee bolster and optional front pas­ senger airbag and knee bolster. Seat Belts Important! Laws in most states and all P86-0013-B13...
  • Page 41 This is also the case if the key is turned to steering lock position 1 or 0 or if the door is opened. Emergency operation: If the electrical system fails, the extender arm and belt can be manually pushed back into their rest position.
  • Page 42 Lap belt for center seating position of the rear seat Pull belt with latch plate (1) over lap so that the belt is positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen. Push latch plate (1) into buckle (2) until it clicks.
  • Page 43 Warning! hips and not across the ab­ • Children too big for child domen. If the belt is posi­ restraint systems should • Each occupant should wear tioned across your ab­ ride in rear seats using re­ their seat belt at all times. domen, it could cause gular seat belts.
  • Page 44 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT Emergency Tensioning In cases of less severe frontal SYSTEM (SRS) Retractor (ETR) impacts, roll-overs, certain side impacts, rear collisions, or other The seat belts for the front seats accidents without major frontal are equipped with emergency forces, the emergency tensioning tensioning retractors.
  • Page 45 Driver Airbag The most effective occupant re­ straint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the three-point seat belt. In some cases, however, the protective effect of seat belts can be further enhanced by an airbag. The airbag (1) is located in the steering wheel hub and, in con­...
  • Page 46 Initially, when the key is turned authorized MERCEDES-BENZ tivated. The driver and other from steering lock position 0 to dealer immediately to have the...
  • Page 47 Front Passenger Airbag If your vehicle is equipped with the optional front passenger air­ bag, it can be identified by the lettering "SRS-AIRBAG” on the dashboard ahead of the front passenger (cover of airbag unit). Important note: The front passenger airbag is designed to activate only in major frontal and front-angled impacts (within the shaded area...
  • Page 48 To provide continued reliability after that date, it should be inspected by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at that time and replaced when necessary.
  • Page 49 ”SRS” must therefore only supplied by an authorized material, badges, etc. over be performed by an MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. the steering wheel hub or authorized MERCEDES- front passenger airbag BENZ dealer. • Do not pass belts over cover and installation of sharp edges.
  • Page 50 MERCEDES-BENZ secured by a lap belt or lap belt the dashboard. dealer for the exact location of these anchorages.
  • Page 51 1 Steering is unlocked. headlamp flasher, (If necessary, move steering lighter, wheel slightly to allow the key glove box lamp, sliding roof, to be turned clockwise to position 1.) rear window defroster, power windows, 2 Driving position. power seats, 3 Starting position. heated seats, orthopedic seat backrest, For starting and turning off the...
  • Page 52 Standing lamps 0 f f When the vehicle is parked on the Parking lamps (includes street the standing lamps (right or side marker lamps, left side parking lamps) can be turned on, making the vehicle taillamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel more visible to passing vehicles.
  • Page 53 6 Control for • windshield washer system • headlamp cleaning system (will work only with exterior lamp switch in position ^oo- ° r I D ) Canada only: Also in position when the engine is running) When the washer system is activated, the wipers also operate for a limited time.
  • Page 54 Note: Shelf below Rear Window If one of the turn signals fails, the Warning! turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster The shelf below the rear win­ rate than normal. In addition, the dow should not be used to light failure indicator will come on.
  • Page 55 To adjust the mirror: Turn key in steering lock to posi­ tion 2. The exterior mirror can be adjusted using the switch located in the center console. Adjust the mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to the car.
  • Page 56 9768 Lighter Vanity mirror: Sun Visors Turn key in steering lock to posi­ Swing sun visors down to protect With the visor engaged in its inner tion 1 or 2. against sun glare. mounting, the lamp can be switched on by opening the cover. Touch the ashtray lid.
  • Page 57 Note: The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear. The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 20 minutes of opera­ tion.
  • Page 58 Interior Lamps The rear courtesy lamp is Sliding Roof with Rear Pop-Up switched on and off by the rear Feature The switch for the front lamp door contact switches or by the (combination interior and reading Turn key in steering lock to posi­ rocker switch on the instrument lamp) has 4 positions.
  • Page 59 Press switch K M past resistance point and release - window lowers to fully open position. To interrupt procedure, briefly press E51 or m If inadvertent operation of the rear windows (for instance by children) is to be prevented, slide safety switch (5) to the right (symbol becomes visible).
  • Page 60 Automatic Antenna The height of the antenna can be adjusted to any intermediate The antenna switch can be actu­ position by actuating the antenna ated with the radio switched on. switch: • If the antenna switch is en­ • If the antenna switch is in the gaged in the upper position, center position;...
  • Page 61 Driving Parking Brake Outside Temperature Automatic Transmission Indicator Cruise Control Brake Pad Wear Indicator Engine Oil Consumption Lamp Fuel Economy Gauge Brake Warning Lamp Charge Indicator Lamp ABS (Antilock Brake System) Oil Pressure Gauge Automatically Engaging Low Engine Oil Level Warning Four-wheel Drive (4MATIC) Lamp Emission Control...

  • Page 62: Parking Brake Pedal

    Parking Brake Warning! To engage, depress parking brake Drinking and driving can be a pedal. When the key is in steering very dangerous combination. lock position 2, the brake warning Even a small amount of al­ lamp in the instrument cluster cohol or drugs can affect your should come on brightly (function reflexes, perceptions and...
  • Page 63 Driving: Automatic Transmission Test the brakes briefly after driv­ ing off. Perform this procedure The automatic transmission se­ The selector lever is automati­ only when the road is clear of lects individual gears automati­ cally locked while in position ” P” . other traffic.
  • Page 64 P Parking lock. D The transmission automatically The parking lock is an ad­ upshifts to 4th gear. Position ditional safeguard to the ” D” provides optimum driving parking brake when parking the characteristics under all normal vehicle. Engage only with the operating conditions.
  • Page 65 Depending on the degree of the Maneuvering Important! incline, shift selector lever to a To maneuver in tight areas, e.g. Do not exceed the vehicle speed lower gear early enough to when pulling into parking space, limits for individual gear selec­ maintain engine RPM within the control the car speed by gradually tions, which are indicated by...

  • Page 66: Cruise Control

    3 Canceling Normally the vehicle is accel­ erated to the desired speed with To cancel the cruise control, the accelerator. Speed is set by briefly push lever to position 3. briefly pushing the lever to posi­ When you step on the brake tion 1 or 2.
  • Page 67 Engine Oil Consum ption N o te : Warning! Engine oil consumption can only If the engine does not brake the Only use the cruise control if be determined after a certain vehicle sufficiently while driving the traffic and weather con­ mileage has been covered.
  • Page 68 Otherwise, the engine will over­ tinue to drive to the nearest MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Do not heat due to an inoperative water service station where the engine operate the car until the condition pump which may result in damage oil should be topped to the ’’fu ll”...
  • Page 69 Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Warning! Lamp The fuel reserve warning lamp will • Driving when your engine come on when the key is turned With the key in steering lock is badly overheated can position 2, a dim indicator lamp to steering lock position 2, and cause some fluids which will go out after the engine is...
  • Page 70 Low Engine Coolant Level Low Windshield and Headlamp Outside Temperature Indicator Warning Lamp Washer System Fluid Level The temperature sensor is located Warning Lamp The warning lamp comes on with in the front bumper area. Due to the key in steering lock position 2, The warning lamp comes on with its location, the sensor can be and should go out when the en­...
  • Page 71 Brake Warning Lamp ABS (Antilock Brake System) Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp The brake pad wear indicator The brake warning lamp will come The ABS prevents the wheels lamp in the instrument cluster on if insufficient brake fluid is in from locking up above a vehicle comes on when the key in the the reservoir (key in steering lock...
  • Page 72 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as jeopardize the user’s safety or wheel spin (difference in rpm soon as possible. the safety of others.
  • Page 73 Excessive speed on position 2 and visit an authorized wet, icy or snow covered MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as roads, following another ve­ hicle too closely or aquaplan­ soon as possible to have the Service valve lever 4MATIC checked.
  • Page 74 If you maintenance jobs must be carried checked at your authorized must drive under these con­ out regularly according to MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at the ditions, drive only with at least MERCEDES-BENZ servicing first opportunity. one window fully open.
  • Page 75 Use only snow chains that are Abroad, there is a widely-spread system: Add MB Concentrate MERCEDES-BENZ service net­ tested and recommended by ” S ” to the premixed windshield MERCEDES-BENZ. Your auth­ work at your disposal. If you plan...
  • Page 77 Practical Hints Headlamp Adjustment Hood Checking Coolant Level Replacing Bulbs Adding Coolant Spark Plugs Checking Engine Oil Level Emergency Operation Checking Automatic of Sliding Roof Transmission Fluid Level Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap First Aid Kit Stowing Things in the Fuses Vehicle Towing of Vehicle...

  • Page 78: Hood

    Warning! To help prevent personal in­ jury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is danger­...

  • Page 79: Checking Coolant Level

    Checking Coolant Level • Do not remove pressure cap on coolant reservoir if en­ The coolant level can be checked visually at the transparent coolant gine temperature is above 90°C (194°F). Allow engine reservoir. to cool down before re­ To check the coolant level, the moving cap.

  • Page 80: Checking Engine Oil Level

    260 E, 300 E 300 E 4MATIC 300 CE Checking Engine Oil Level With the vehicle on level ground, Add oil, if needed, only to stop the engine and wait a few the upper mark (max). Do 1 Oil dipstick minutes for the oil to drain back to not overfill the engine.

  • Page 81: Checking Automatic

    The fluid level in the transmission is dependent upon its tempera­ ture. The maximum and minimum fluid level marks on the dipstick are applicable references only if the transmission fluid has reached its normal operating temperature of 80°C (176°F). Important! If the transmission fluid cools down to 2 0 -3 0 °C (68-86°F), which is the normal shop tem­...

  • Page 82: First Aid Kit

    imMmm P 8 2 - 0 0 2 3 B 1 3 Storage Compartment Below Trunk Lamp First Aid Kit Trunk Floor When keeping the trunk lid open The first aid kit is stored in the Roll back the trunk floor mat. shelf below the rear window.

  • Page 83: Spare Wheel

    Warning! The jack is designed exclu­ sively for jacking up the ve­ hicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack.
  • Page 84 - the spare badly worn, or if the tires have part. See your authorized wheel, if possible, should be used sustained damage, replace MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for on the rear axle. them. further information. Rims and tires must be of the When replacing rims, use only same size.

  • Page 85: Changing Wheels

    wheel on a hill, place chocks Note: on the downhill side of each Thoroughly clean the inner side of wheel of the other axle. On a the wheels any time you rotate the level road, place one chock in wheels or wash vehicle underside. front of and one behind the The use of retread tires is not wheel that is diagonally oppo­...
  • Page 86 10. Remove wheel. Warning! Warning! 11. Screw the alignment bolt The jack is designed exclu­ Incorrect mounting bolts or (supplied in tool kit) into the sively for jacking up the ve­ improperly tightened mount­ uppermost threaded hole. hicle at the jack tubes built ing bolts can cause the wheel into either side of the vehicle.

  • Page 87: Tire Inflation Pressure

    Tire Inflation Pressure Tire pressures listed for light Warning! loads are minimum values offering A table (see fuel filler flap) lists Do not overinflate tires. high driving comfort. Increased the tire inflation pressures speci­ Overinflating tires can result inflation pressures for heavy loads fied for summer and winter tires in sudden deflation (blow-out) produce favorable handling...

  • Page 88: Battery

    Battery Keep battery clean and dry. Warning! Check electrolyte level in each The service life of the battery is Never lean over batteries while cell approximately every also dependent on its condition of connecting or jump starting, 3 months, and more frequently charge.

  • Page 89: Headlamp Adjustment

    Headlamp Assembly 8 Electrical connector for high Headlamp Adjustment and low beam headlamp bulb Correct headlamp adjustment is 1 Headlamp horizontal adjust­ ment screw 9 Clamping ring for high and extremely important. Check and readjust headlamps at regular low beam headlamp bulb 2 Headlamp vertical adjustment intervals and when a bulb has screw...
  • Page 90 Replacing bulbs: Bulb for turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp (2 1/5 W /3 2 /3 cp): Compress retaining clip (4) and remove housing towards the front. Turn bulb socket (7) with bulb counterclockwise and pull out. Push bulb into socket, turn Fog lamp bulb (Halogen type H3): Turn the taillamp bulb carrier lock counterclockwise and remove.

  • Page 91: Spark Plugs

    This vehicle is equipped with spark plugs as required for driving in the USA. If additional informa­ tion is desired, your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will be happy to offer advice (see also ’’Technical Data” ). Remove and install spark plugs...

  • Page 92: Emergency Operation Of Sliding Roof

    P47-0002-B13 To slide the roof closed or to raise Coupe: Emergency Operation of Sliding the roof at the rear: turn clock­ Roof Pull the manual release knob (1) wise. The sliding roof can be opened or behind the right trunk panel while To slide the roof open or to lower simultaneously opening the fuel closed manually should an elec­...

  • Page 93: Fuses

    Before replacing a blown fuse, determine the cause of the short circuit. Spare fuses are furnished inside the fuse box. Observe amperage and color of fuse. Always use a new fuse for re­ placement. Never attempt to re­ pair or bridge a blown fuse. After replacing the fuse, engage the fuse box cover at the rear and secure with clamp (1).

  • Page 94: Jump Starting

    The vehicle may be towed with all 300 E 4MATIC Jump Starting wheels on the ground and the When towing the vehicle with the If the battery is discharged, the selector lever in position ” N ” for front or rear wheels raised, a engine can be started with jumper distances up to 120 km (75 miles) speed of 50 km /h (30 mph) and a...
  • Page 95 • Apply parking brake and 5. Start engine of the vehicle with Warning! shift selector lever to posi­ the charged battery and run at Never lean over batteries while tion ” P” . high idle. Then start engine of connecting or jump starting, the disabled vehicle in the •...

  • Page 96: Cleaning And Care Of The 80 Vehicle

    You should check your vehicle orized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. from time to time for stone Never use fluids or solvents chipping or other damage. Any Scratches, corrosive deposits,...
  • Page 97 Rinse with clear water and Tar Stains Engine Cleaning thoroughly wipe dry with a Quickly remove tar stains before Corrosion protection, such as MB chamois. Do not allow cleaning they dry and become more diffi­ Anticorrosion Wax should be ap­ agents to dry on the finish.
  • Page 98 Do not dry the webbing MB Tex Upholstery in doubt, please consult your at temperatures above 8 0 °C Pour MB Plastic Cleaner onto soft authorized MERCEDES-BENZ (176°F) or in direct sunlight. lint-free cloth and apply with light dealer. pressure.
  • Page 99 Light Alloy Wheels Paintwork, Painted Body Do not apply any of these pro­ ducts or wax if your car is parked Components MB-Autoshampoo should be used in the sun or if the hood is still for regular cleaning of the light MB-Paint Protector and Sealer hot.

  • Page 100: Rear Seat Cushion

    P 8 1 - 0 0 1 0 - B 1 3 To remove rear ashtray: Rear Seat Cushion Ashtrays Removal: Push in locking tabs (1) To remove front ashtray: Push the ashtray down while (on left and right side of seat) and opening and remove.

  • Page 101: Front Head Restraints

    Installing head restraints: Spare Parts Service Insert the head restraint and push All authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealers maintain a stock of it down to the stop. original spare parts required for Check if the highest position can maintenance and repair work. In be reached.

  • Page 102: Replacing Wiper Blades

    Windshield Wiper Blade Removal: Fold wiper arm forward. Press safety tab down (1), push wiper blade downward (2) and remove. Installation: Press safety tab of new wiper blade down. Insert wiper blade between the tabs (3) on the wiper arm and slide into end of wiper arm.

  • Page 103: Roof Rack

    Use only those roof racks ap­ Press open the four flaps in the drip rails, position roof rack sup­ 2 Crankshaft proved by MERCEDES-BENZ to 3 Air conditioning compressor avoid damage to the vehicle. ports and screw them into the 4 Fan threaded bushings.
  • Page 105 Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Identification Plates Theft Prevention Vehicle Data Card Warranty Coverage Technical Data 260 E 300 E, 300 E 4MATIC 300 CE Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Capacities Engine Oils Brake Fluid Premium Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Requirements Coolants Consumer Information...

  • Page 106: Identification Plates

    Identification Plates 1 Certification Tag (left door pillar) When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle iden­ 2 Identification Tag tification and engine numbers. (left window post) 3 Vehicle Identification No. 4 Engine No. 5 Body No. and Paintwork No. 6 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system...

  • Page 107: Theft Prevention

    Location of labels 1 Bumper front/rear 2 Engine hood 3 Trunk lid 4 All fenders 5 All doors Engine*: on engine block, rear Transmission*: on transmission, left front *not s h o w n in illustration POO-0005-B24A Note: Theft Prevention Spare parts are similarly labeled at factory in a different location.

  • Page 108: Vehicle Data Card

    O wner’s Service and W ar­ Service and Warranty Policy ranty Policy Booklet and your Booklet, have your authorized authorized MERCEDES-BENZ MERCEDES-BENZ dealer ar­ dealer will exchange or repair any range for a replacement. It will be defective parts in accordance with mailed to you.

  • Page 109: Technical Data 260 E

    Technical Data 260 E Model 260 E (124 026)’ Rims - Tires Rims Engine 6 '/ 2J x 15 H 2 (light alloy rims) Wheel offset 49 mm (1.9 in) Engine type Summer tires: Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, 195/65 R 15 91 V Radial-ply tires gasoline injection Winter tires:...
  • Page 110 Technical Data 260 E W eights________________ See certification tag Main Dimensions Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 4755 mm (187.2 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1740 mm ( 68.5 in) Overall height 1431 mm ( 56.3 in) Wheel base...

  • Page 111: 300 E 4Matic

    Technical Data 300 E, 300 E 4MATIC Rims - Tires Model 300 E (124 030)' _________________________ 300 E 4MATIC (124 230) Rims (light alloy rims) 61 / 2J x 15 H 2 Engine Wheel offset 49 mm (1.9 in) Engine type Summer tires: 195/65 R 15 91 V Radial-ply tires...
  • Page 112 Technical Data 300 E, 300 E 4M A TIC W eights________________ See certification tag Main Dimensions 300 E 4MATIC Roof load max._________ 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 4755 mm (187.2 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1740 mm ( 68.5 in) Overall height...
  • Page 113 Technical Data 300 CE Model____________________ 300 CE (124 051)' Rims - Tires Rims Engine (light alloy rims) 6’ / 2J x 15 H 2 Wheel offset 49 mm (1.9 in) Engine type Summer tires: Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, Radial-ply tires 195/65 ZR 15 gasoline injection Winter tires:...
  • Page 114 T echnical Data 300 CE See certification tag W eights________________ Main Dimensions Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 4670 mm (183.9 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1740 mm ( 68.5 in) Overall height 1395 mm ( 54.9 in) Wheel base...

  • Page 115: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. C apacities Vehicle components and their respec­ tive lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recom­ mended by us. Inquire at your author­ ized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Engine with oil filter Recommended engine oils 260 E, 300 E, 300 E 4MATIC 6.5 I (6.9 US qt)
  • Page 116 Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Automatic transmission Initial fill: 7.1 I (7.5 US qt) MB Automatic transmission fluid 260 E Fluid change: 6.0 I (6.3 US qt) Automatic transmission Initial fill: 7.3 I (7.7 US qt) MB Automatic transmission fluid 300 E, 300 E 4MATIC, 300 CE Fluid change: 6.2 I (6.6 US qt) Transfer case 300 E 4MATIC...
  • Page 117 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacity approx. 0.5 I (0.5 US qt) MB Brake fluid (DOT4) Brake reservoir approx. 5.0 I (5.3 US qt) MB Windshield washer concen­ Windshield washer system trate ” S ” 1 and headlamp cleaning system approx. 70 I (18.5 US gal) Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Fuel tank approx.

  • Page 118: Engine Oils

    10% Ethanol and 90% unleaded brake fluid approved by terrain. gasoline, can be used. MERCEDES-BENZ. Your auth­ orized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer These blends must also meet all will provide you with additional other fuel requirements such as information.

  • Page 119: Coolants

    Therefore the following product is not use more than this amount of strongly recommended for use in The engine coolant is a mixture of your car: MERCEDES-BENZ anticorrosion/antifreeze. water and anticorrosion/anti­ Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Agent. If the coolant level is low, water...

  • Page 120: Consumer Information

    use, however, and may depart C onsum er Inform ation tested under controlled conditions significantly from the norm due to on a specified indoor laboratory This has been prepared as re­ variations in driving habits, ser­ test wheel.Sustained high tem­ quired of all manufacturers of vice practices and differences in perature can cause the material of...
  • Page 121 Index...

  • Page 122: Automatic Climate Control

    Airbags 43, 45 Capacities 113 Emergency tensioning Alarm system 30 Catalytic converter 14 retractors (ETR) 42 Alloy wheels 97 Central locking system 29 Emission control 72 Antenna 58, 97 Certification tag 104 Emission control tag 104 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 117 Charge indicator lamp 66 Engine no.
  • Page 123 Jack 81 Maintenance 4, 20 Headlamps 51, 87 Jump starting 92 Headlamp washer 51 Oil pressure gauge 66 Head restraints 31, 32, 36, 99 Keys 27 On-board diagnostic system front 31, 32, 99 (California models only) 72 rear 36 Lamps, exterior Orthopedic seat 34 Heated seats 37 Fog lamps 87...
  • Page 124 Seat belts 38 Technical data 107, 109, 111 Upholstery, cleaning 96 Warning system 38 Theft prevention 105 Seats 31, 32, 98 Tire pressure 85 Vanity mirrors 54 front 31, 32 Tires 17, 82, 118 V-belt 101, 107, 109, 111 rear 98 Towing 91 Vehicle data card 106 Service literature 123...
  • Page 125 If you have any question about carrying out literature for their vehicles are advised to contact some service, turn to the advice of an auth­ MERCEDES-BENZ distributors in the U.S. or orized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Canada at the following addresses, respectively for U.S.A.:...
  • Page 126 1 Fuel Supply: Turn fuel filler Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then re­ move the cap. 2 Tire Inflation Pressure: Check at least every two weeks.
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