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Mercedes-Benz 260 E 124 1987 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2 Gas Station deceleration See last page • have all maintenance work performed at regular intervals by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go city traffic, on short trips, and in hilly country also increase fuel consumption.
  • Page 3 Owner's Manual 260E 300 E Model 124 1987...
  • Page 4 Printed in Germany We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Owner’s Manual (s.e.e.o.). Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing.
  • Page 5 Your MERCEDES-BENZ represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure in owning it, we ask you to make a small investment of your tim e: Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside.
  • Page 6 For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to a MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for ser­ we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings. vice. The Service Advisor will record each service.
  • Page 7 “ Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Owner’s readily available. Service and Warranty Policy Booklet. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For de­ tails, consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer or write to: Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc.
  • Page 8 Special equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since there are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment o f your vehicle. If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this O wner’s Manual, your MERCEDES- BENZ dealer will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.
  • Page 9 Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Hints, Service and Maintenance Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. Consumer Information Index...
  • Page 10 The First 1500 km (1000 Miles) Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip Down shift at proper engine speed! The more cautiously you treat your engine during the break-in period, the See page 108 On vehicles with automatic transmis­ more satisfied you will be with its per­ sion avoid accelerating by kick-down.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Hints, Service and Maintenance Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Catalytic Converter Cautions Starting and Turning off the Engine Driving Hints MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System...

  • Page 12: Instruments And Controls

    Switch for folding rear seat head restraints backward Instruments and Controls (page 35) For more detailed descriptions see specified pages. Air recirculation switch (page 22) 1 Adjustable side ventilation outlets (page 22) Hazard warning flasher system switch 2 Exterior lamp switch (page 44) Automatic antenna switch (page 55) 3 Parking brake release (page 58) Rear passenger compartment lamp switch (page 49)

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    Up to red marking: Maximum permissible tempera­ ture for an anticorrosion/antifreeze-blended fill pro­ MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at the first opportunity. tecting down to -3 0 °C ( - 2 2 ° F). See page 64 Supplemental restraint system indicator lamp (red).

  • Page 16: Catalytic Converter Cautions

    Catalytic Converter Cautions Warning! Caution! As with any vehicle, do not idle, Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped To prevent damage to the catalytic converters, only use unleaded gaso­ park or operate this vehicle in areas with monolithic catalytic converters, an where combustible materials such important element in conjunction with line in this vehicle.

  • Page 17: Starting And Turning Off The Engine

    0 before a new installed. Any MERCEDES-BENZ Hot Engine starting attempt is made. dealer will advise you on this subject.

  • Page 18: Driving Hints

    50 km/h (30 mph) on a Have the brake system inspected at dry straight road. Apply brake lightly When driving down long and steep an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ until a slight drag on the wheels is felt. dealer without delay. grades, relieve the brakes by shift­...
  • Page 19 Do not allow your tires to wear The safe speed on a wet or icy road is down too far. With less than 3 mm always lower than on a dry road. (Vs in) of tread, the antiskid pro­ You should pay particular attention to perties on a wet road are sharply the condition of the road as soon as reduced.
  • Page 20 Road salts and chemicals can ad­ W inter Driving Hints Parking versely affect braking efficiency. The most important rule for slippery or Warning! Increased pedal force may become icy roads is to drive sensibly and to necessary to produce the normal To reduce the risk of personal avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and brake effect.

  • Page 21: Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System

    It is recommended to use only brake mountain driving, poor roads, dusty Routine Maintenance fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. and muddy conditions, trailer opera­ Do not mix different types of brake Inspection at tion, hard and sporty driving etc., it fluids.
  • Page 23 Operation Automatic Climate Control Car Keys Opening the Doors Locking and Unlocking of Doors Central Locking System Anti-Theft Alarm System Manual Seat Adjustment, Front Adjusting Power Seats, Front Orthopedic Seat Backrest Arm Rest Rear Seat Head Restraints Adjusting Telescoping Steering Column Heated Seats Supplemental Restraint System -...

  • Page 24: Automatic Climate Control

    For maximum operating efficiency, keep all windows and the sliding roof closed. Heating, cooling and air distribution within the vehicle’s interior will be au­ tomatically controlled. This is accom­ plished with the temperature selector (1), the pushbuttons (2) and the fan control buttons (3).
  • Page 25 Temperature Selection (°C) Air Recirculation The desired temperature can be adjusted by turning I S Pressing the symbol-side of the air recirculation switch the temperature selector. The selected temperature is i S causes air to be recirculated without additional fresh reached as quickly as possible and maintained.
  • Page 26 EC (ECONOMY) = Economical setting; the air con­ ditioning compressor remains off. In any other setting, the air conditioning compressor comes on with ambient temperatures above + 5°C (41 °F). As a fuel saving measure, we recommend this setting to be used with cool outside temperatures, so that the air conditioning compressor remains off.
  • Page 27 0 | Multi-Level This setting is used for clearing a fogged windshield. As soon as the windshield is clear, reset to 0 or 0 . In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the wind­ shield, foot area, and to outlets (8). Additionally, warm air will be emitted periodically from outlets (6), depending on the interior temperature.
  • Page 28 Defrost The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the windshield and side windows (outlets, 8). This setting overrides temperature and fan speed settings, and the air recirculation switch. Q Defrost...

  • Page 29: Car Keys

    For security reasons, replacement master key. keys can only be obtained via an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Therefore, obtaining replacement keys requires considerable time.

  • Page 30: Opening The Doors

    When the rear door lock buttons ‘ are down, the rear doors cannot be opened from the outside or the inside, unless the door lock buttons are first pulled up. The driver’s door can be locked only if it is closed and the door lock has properly engaged.

  • Page 31: Central Locking System

    Central Locking System Note: The trunk can remain locked while the central locking system is unlocked The central locking system can be The entire vehicle may be locked (e.g. while driving or when leaving the engaged from the driver-side door lock or unlocked with the central locking car in a situation where it must be button, provided the door is complete­...

  • Page 32: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Special Function The alarm will last approximately Anti-Theft Alarm System 150 seconds in the form of blinking ex­ To activate the anti-theft alarm from The anti-theft alarm can be armed or terior lamps. At the same time an ad­ the trunk, turn the master key in the disarmed with the master key (identi­...

  • Page 33: Manual Seat Adjustment, Front

    Note: Always adjust head restraint to sup­ port the back of the head approxima­ tely at ear level before driving. To remove head restraint refer to “ Practical Hints” , page 89. Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving.

  • Page 34: Adjusting Power Seats, Front

    Storing seat and head restraint posi­ tions in memory: Memory button. Position buttons “ 1” and “2” . Two sets of seat/head restraint posi­ tions may be programmed into me­ mory. After the seat and head restraint are positioned, push memory button “...

  • Page 35: Orthopedic Seat Backrest

    Important! The inflation pressure of the air cush­ ion can be continuously varied be­ Prior to operating the vehicle, the driv­ tween position “0” = without pressure, er should adjust the seat height for and position “4” = maximum pres­ proper vision as well as fore/aft place­...

  • Page 36: Arm Rest

    Note: To move the arm rest between posi­ tions 1 or 2, it may be necessary to overcome a slight resistance. Warning! The arm rest does not suffice as a child restraint system. In case of a frontal collision a child can be cata­ pulted forward over the locked arm rest.

  • Page 37: Rear Seat Head Restraints

    1240 - • x f Inclination of head restraints: Rear Seat Head Restraints Adjusting Telescoping Steering Column The head restraint inclination can be Folding head restraints backward (with adjusted manually. Turn key to steering lock position 1 engine running): or 2 (with the driver’s or front passen­ Press symbol-side of rocker switch to Note: ger’s door opened, the telescoping...

  • Page 38: Heated Seats

    Heated Seats Turning off heater: If one indicator lamp is on, press in The seat heaters can be switched on upper part of switch, position 1. with the key in steering lock position 1 ■ or 2. If both indicator lamps are on, press in lower part of switch, position 2.

  • Page 39: Supplemental Restraint System - Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning Retractors, Driver Airbag

    Seat belt warning buzzer and Supplemental Restraint System - • Adjust front seat belts so the upper Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning reminder lamp: belt is located as near as possible Retractors, Driver Airbag to the middle of the shoulder (it With the key in steering lock posi­...
  • Page 40 To shorten the belt: With the latch Unfastening: plate engaged, pull the loose end of • Push in the red button (3) in the the belt. belt buckle. To lengthen the belt: With the belt un­ • The retractor should completely fastened, turn the latch plate so that it rewind the belt and latch plate (1).
  • Page 41 In cases of less severe frontal im­ • Each seat belt should not be pacts, such as roll-overs, side or rear used for more than one person collisions, or other accidents without at a time. severe frontal forces, the emergency •...
  • Page 42 This will not cause the supplemental restraint system to be activated. How­ ever, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the “SRS” may not be activated in a severe frontal ac­...
  • Page 43 • Do not pass belts over sharp tor, it is mandatory to follow our MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at that edges. safety instructions. These in­ time. structions are available at every •...
  • Page 44 Infant and Child Restraint Systems Important! Warning! Mercedes-Benz of North America re­ The use of infant or child restraints is Infants and small children should never be held on the lap, nor commends that ail infants and children required by law in most states.

  • Page 45: Steering Lock

    Steering Lock Notes: The following items can be operated Steering is locked when the key is with the key in steering lock position 1: withdrawn and the steering lock is engaged. The key can be with­ Wiper, windshield washer, headlamp drawn only in position 0.

  • Page 46: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Exterior Lamp Switch Notes: With the key removed and the driver’s Off-position door open, a warning buzzer sounds 1 Parking lamps (includes side mark­ if the vehicle’s exterior lamps are er lamps, taillamps, license plate not switched off (standing lamps lamps, instrument panel lamps) excepted).

  • Page 47: Combination Switch

    Control for • windshield washer system • headlamp cleaning system (will work only with exterior lamp switch in position 1 or 2) When the washer system is acti­ vated, the wipers also operate for a limited time. The windshield washer nozzles are automatically heated.

  • Page 48: Exterior Rear View Mirrors

    To adjust the mirror: Inside Rear View Mirror Exterior Rear View Mirrors Turn key to steering lock position 2. The mirror can be tilted to the anti­ The exterior mirrors have electrically The exterior mirror can be adjusted glare night position using the lever at heated glass.

  • Page 49: Lighter

    Lighter Sun Visors Vanity mirror; With the visor engaged in its inner Turn key to steering lock position 1 Swing sun visors drown to protect mounting, the lamp can be switched or 2. against sun glare. on by opening the cover. For this pur­ Press in lighter;...

  • Page 50: Rear Window Defroster

    If several power consumers are turned Note: on simultaneously, or the battery is The rear window defroster uses a only partially charged, it is possible large amount of power. To keep the that the defroster automatically turns battery drain to a minimum, turn off itself off.

  • Page 51: Interior Lamps

    The rear courtesy lamp is switched Sliding Roof with Rear Pop-Up Interior Lamps on and off by the rear door contact Feature The switch for the front lamp (combi­ switches or by the rocker switch on Turn key to steering lock position 1 nation interior and reading lamp) has the instrument panel.

  • Page 52: Power Windows

    Shelf below Rear Window Warning! The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry ob­ jects. This will prevent such objects from being thrown about and injur­ ing vehicle occupants during an accident or sudden maneuver. Power Windows All four windows can then be operated using the switches in the center con­...

  • Page 53: Electronic Radio

    Cassette eject Cassette door To turn the radio ON Press “ ON” side o fE ^ H E J b u tto n . The radio will begin operating on the last station, volume and tone setting stored before the last turn off. The system can also be turned on by inserting a tape cassette through the cassette door.
  • Page 54 To select AM or FM To adjust the tone characteristic Press any of the buttons marked Q J] Base and treble can be adusted independently. through BJJJ to tune the radio To set the radio to a “flat” tone setting (bass and treble at mid-range setting), to the FM band.
  • Page 55 Tuning sensitivity button Manual tuning (used to fine tune a station or for manual scanning) By pressing the tuning sensitivity button Q once or twice, you can select the desired sensitivity level of the automatic station seeker. The sensitivity indicator After selecting the desired AM or FM shows the selected sensitivity level: wave band, press the manual tuning...
  • Page 56 Showing the “old” setting first allows Note: Although FM is normally static For fast tape rewind press the fast for reconsideration of the decision free, reception qualitiy can be limited rewind button [ 3 9 • The button will to store. If it is desirable to leave the by geographic and atmospheric condi­...
  • Page 57 • if the antenna switch is engaged cial cleaning tape available through in the lower position, the antenna your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ will not extend or will retract com­ dealer. pletely. Radio anti-theft protection...
  • Page 59 Driving Parking Brake Starting and Shifting Gears Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points for Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Cruise Control ABS-Brake System (Antilock Brake System) Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp Brake Warning Lamp Charge Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Gauge Low Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp Exterior Light Failure Indicator Lamp...

  • Page 60: Parking Brake

    Starting and Shifting Gears Warning! Keep driver’s foot area clear at ail times. Objects stored in this area may impair pedal movement. Test the brakes shortly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear of other traffic. Warm up the engine smoothly.

  • Page 61: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission Accelerator position Partial throttle = early upshifting = The automatic transmission selects in­ normal acceleration dividual gears automatically, depend­ Full throttle = later upshifting = ent upon selector lever position, ve­ maximum acceleration hicle speed and accelerator position. Depressing the accelerator beyond full Driving: throttle to kickdown position means...
  • Page 62 Stopping “ N” Neutral. Important! No power is transmitted from the For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, Do not exceed the engine speed limits engine to the rear axle. When the leave the transmission engaged and for individual gear selections, which brakes are released, the vehicle control vehicle with the service brake.

  • Page 63: Cruise Control

    The speed can be increased (e.g. for Note: passing) by using the accelerator. As If the engine does not brake the ve­ soon as the accelerator is released, hicle sufficiently while driving on a the previously set speed will be re­ downgrade, the speed you set on the sumed automatically.

  • Page 64: Abs-Brake System (Antilock Brake System)

    Have the brake system checked at an At the instant one of the wheels is authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer about to lock up, you will feel a slight Warning! as soon as possible.

  • Page 65: Charge Indicator Lamp

    If it comes on with the engine running If it comes on with the engine running, ized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as and at operating temperature, the oil it indicates a light failure. soon as possible.

  • Page 66: Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp

    Outside Temperature Indicator Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Lamp The temperature sensor is arranged in The fuel reserve warning lamp should The indicator lamp comes on with the the area of the front bumper. Due to come on when the key is turned to steering lock position 2, and should go key in steering lock position 2, and...

  • Page 67: Emission Control

    MERCEDES-BENZ tech­ same gear. cause determined and corrected nicians. The adjustments of the engine Do not compare fuel consumption immediately.

  • Page 68: Winter Driving

    Add Use only tire chains that are tested Have your car winterized at an au­ windshield washer solvent to the and recommended by MERCEDES- thorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer water. BENZ. Any authorized MERCEDES- before the onset of winter. •...
  • Page 69 Practical Hints Hood Checking Coolant Level Adding Coolant Engine Oil Level Check Fluid Level - Automatic Trans­ mission First Aid Kit Stowing Things in the Vehicle Storage Compartment Below Trunk Floor Spare Wheel, Jack, Vehicle Tool Kit Wheels, Tires Changing Wheels Tire Inflation Pressure Headlamp Adjustment Replacing Bulbs...

  • Page 70: Hood

    Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is run­ ning. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. The engine is equipped with a tran­ sistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components (ignition coil, distributor, spark plug sock­...

  • Page 71: Checking Coolant Level

    Checking Coolant Level Warning! • Do not open the engine hood if The coolant level can be checked you see or hear steam or cool­ visually at the transparent coolant ant escaping from the engine reservoir. compartment. With the engine To check the coolant level, the vehicle idling and the climate control must be parked on level ground.

  • Page 72: Engine Oil Level Check

    Engine Oil Level Check Add oil, if needed, only to the upper mark (max.). Do The best time to check the engine oil not overfill the engine. level is when the oil is warm, such as during a fuel stop. With the vehicle on level ground, stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back to the oil pan.

  • Page 73: Fluid Level - Automatic Transmission

    Fluid Level - The fluid level in the transmission is Automatic Transmission dependent upon its temperature. The maximum and minimum oil level Check the fluid level in the automatic marks on the dipstick are applicable transmission regularly and prior to an references only if the transmission extended trip.

  • Page 74: First Aid Kit

    11302 First Aid Kit Storage Compartment Below Trunk The hinged door can also be removed completely by raising the door to ap­ Floor The first aid kit is stored in the shelf proximately 45°, lifting it slightly at the Roll back the trunk floor mat. Reach below the rear window.

  • Page 75: Wheels, Tires

    For tire specifications, refer to “Tech­ handling may be adversely affected Use only genuine MERCEDES-BENZ nical Data". and may result in loss of control. wheel bolts (identified by Mercedes- Star on bolt shaft).

  • Page 76: Changing Wheels

    8. Remove wheel. 4. Using the combination wrench, loosen but do not yet remove the 9. Screw the alignment bolt (sup­ wheel bolts. plied in tool kit) into an upper threaded hole. 5. Remove protective cap from the jack support tube. (The tube open­ 10.

  • Page 77: Tire Inflation Pressure

    Tire Inflation Pressure Example: Tire temperature and pressure in­ crease with the vehicle speed. Tire If garage temperature = A table (see fuel filler flap or last page) pressure should therefore only be cor­ approx. +20°C (+68° F) lists the tire inflation pressures speci­ rected on cold tires.

  • Page 78: Headlamp Adjustment

    Fog lamp cover Headlamp Adjustment Headlamp Assembly 7 Turn signal, parking, side marker Correct headlamp adjustment is ex­ Headlamp horizontal adjustment and standing lamp bulb tremely important. Check and readjust screw Electrical connector for high and headlamps at regular intervals and Headlamp vertical adjustment low beam headlamp when a lamp has been replaced.
  • Page 79 Replacing bulbs: Bulb for turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp (21/5 W/32/3 cp): Compress retaining clip (4) and remove housing towards the front. Turn bulb socket (7) with bulb coun­ terclockwise and pull out. Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and Taillamp Assemblies Turn the taillamp bracket lock in the remove.
  • Page 80 Interior Lamps High Mounted Stop Lamp License Plate Lamps (5 W lamp) (21 W/32 cp) To replace the bulb, push the lamp Loosen both the securing screws (1) assembly to the right, lift off the cover To replace the bulb, pull tabs on both and take out lamp.
  • Page 81 Trunk Lamp (10 W lamp) Sun Visor Lamps (5 W lamp) Glove Compartment Lamp (5 W lamp) To gain access to the lamp, lift lens up To replace a bulb, pry off the cover by inserting a screwdriver in the left and To replace, pull down cover and right slots located on the lower edge.

  • Page 82: Emergency Operation Of Sliding Roof

    Emergency Operation of Sliding Roof The sliding roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur. Using a screwdriver, flip down cover in the left side panel of trunk. Insert the socket wrench (from tool kit) through the access hole in the panel and place it on the hex-drive of the electric mo­...

  • Page 83: Fuses

    Before replacing a blown fuse, deter­ USA. Should additional information be mine the cause of the short circuit. necessaiy, your MERCEDES-BENZ Spare fuses are furnished inside the dealer will be happy to offer advice. fuse box. Observe amperage and co­...

  • Page 84: Battery

    Warning! Coat battery terminal clamps with Battery acid-proof grease. Keep battery clean Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Check electrolyte level in each cell and dry. Do not allow this fluid to come in approximately every four weeks, and contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. The service life of the battery is also more frequently during the summer dependent on its condition of charge.

  • Page 85: Tow Starting And Towing Of Vehicle

    Towing a Vehicle with Automatic/ Warning! Manual Transmission When the engine is not running, the brakes and the steering are without The vehicle may be towed with all power assistance. Under these cir­ wheels on the ground and the selector cumstances, a much greater effort lever in position “...

  • Page 86: Jump Starting

    Important! 4. Clamp one end of the second jum­ Jump Starting per cable to the grounded nega­ A discharged battery can freeze at If the battery is discharged the engine tive ( - ) terminal of the charged approx. -1 0 °C (+14°F). In all cases can be started with jumper cables and battery and the final connection to it must be thawed out before jumper...

  • Page 87: Cleaning And Care Of The Vehicle

    (smoke, exhaust emis­ with hydraulic oil (check with your lo­ sions), or during winter operation. cal MERCEDES-BENZ dealership for You should check your vehicle from recommended brands). time to time for stone chipping or other damage.
  • Page 88 Plastic Parts, Headliner, Rubber Car Washing Tar Stains Parts Before washing your vehicle, remove Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become more difficult to Do not use oil or wax on these parts. insect residues. MB insect remover is recommended.
  • Page 89 Do not sit on damp upholstery. Quick drying is achieved by applying hot air - for ex­ ample, by using a hair dryer. If in doubt, please consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.

  • Page 90: Rear Seat Cushion

    Rear Seat Cushion Ash Tray To remove rear ash tray: Push the ash tray down while opening Removal: Push in locking tabs (1) (on To remove front ash tray: and remove. left and right side) and carefully pull up Open ash tray against stop. Push seat at the front.

  • Page 91: Front Head Restraints

    Front Head Restraints Installing head restraints: Insert the head restraint and push it Removing head restraints: down to the stop. Bring the head restraint to its highest Check if the highest position can be position. reached. (Power head restraints: slide Depress release button (1) under the the switch up for approximately 5 sec­...

  • Page 92: Roof Rack

    Spare Parts Service All MERCEDES-BENZ dealers main­ tain a stock of original spare parts required for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 200000 different spare parts, even for older models, are avail­...
  • Page 93 Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Consumer Information Identification Plates Vehicle Data Cards Warranty Coverage Technical Data 260 E Technical Data 300 E Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Capacities Engine Oils Brake Fluid Premium Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Requirements Coolants Consumer Information...

  • Page 94: Identification Plates

    1 Certification Tag (left door pillar) Identification Plates Identification Tag (left window When ordering spare parts, please post) specify chassis and engine numbers. Vehicle Identification No. Engine No. Body No. and Paintwork No. Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system Emission Control Tag...

  • Page 95: Vehicle Data Cards

    Data card No. 1 bears the key number and should never be left in the vehicle. Submit this card to your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer to request a replacement key in case of loss. Data card No. 2 has no key number information and should be kept in the Maintenance Booklet where indicated.

  • Page 96: Technical Data 260 E

    195/65 VR 15 Winter tires: 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies Radial-ply tires 195/65 R 15 91 T M + S and special equipment.

  • Page 97: Technical Data 300 E

    195/65 VR 15 Winter tires: 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies Radial-ply tires 195/65 R 15 91 T M +S and special equipment.

  • Page 98: Fuels Coolants Lubricants Etc

    Capacities 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. Recommended engine oils Engine with oil filter 6.0 I (6.3 US qt) 1 SAE 40 may be used if ambient temperatures constantly exceed +30°C (+86°F).
  • Page 99 Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted including a reserve of approx. 9.0 I (2.4 US gal) Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON) Cooling system approx. 9.0 I (9.5 US qt) Coolant1 1 Any authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will advise you on recommended brands...

  • Page 100: Engine Oils

    It is recommended to use only brake which contains 10% Ethanol and 90% terrain. fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. unleaded gasoline, can be used. Your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will These blends must also meet all other provide you with additional infor­...

  • Page 101: Coolants

    The engine coolant is a mixture of capability of the solution. Therefore, car: MERCEDES-BENZ Anticorrosion/ water and MB anticorrosion/antifreeze, do not use more than this amount of Antifreeze Agent.

  • Page 102: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information T readwear Temperature “A” , “ B” , “C” The treadwear grade is a comparative The temperature grades of “A” (the This has been prepared as required of rating based on the wear rate of the highest), “ B” and “ C” representing the all manufacturers of passenger cars tire’s resistance to the generation of tire when tested under controlled con­...
  • Page 103 Vehicle Stopping Distance This figure indicates braking performance that can be met or exceeded by the vehicles to which it applies, under different conditions of loading and with partial failures on the braking system. The information presented represents results obtain­ able by skilled drivers under controlled road and vehicle conditions, and the information may not be correct under other conditions.
  • Page 105 Index...
  • Page 106 Economical driving indicator Airbag 40 Capacities 96 Alarm system 30 Catalytic converter cautions 14 (ECONOMY) 65 Alloy wheels 87 Central locking system 29 Emergency tensioning retractors 37 Antenna 55 Certification tag 92 Emission control 65 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 99 Charge indicator lamp 63 Emission control tag 92 Arm rests 34 Chassis no.

  • Page 107: Radio

    Jack 72 Maintenance 4, 19 Headlamps 45, 76 Manual transmission 58 Headlamp washer 45 Jump starting 84 Head restraints 32, 35, 89 Oil pressure gauge 63 front 32, 89 Keys 27 rear 35 Orthopedic seat 33 Lamps, exterior 76, 77, 78 Outside temperature indicator 64 Heated seats 36 Fog lamps 76...
  • Page 108 Seat belts 37 Technical data 94, 95 Upholstery, cleaning 87 Reminder lamp and warning Tire chains 66 buzzer 37 Vanity mirrors 47 Tire pressure 75 Seats 31, 32, 88 Tires 16, 73, 100 V-belt 90, 94, 95 Tool kit 72 Vehicle data cards 93 front 31, 32 rear 88...
  • Page 109 To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer has trained when performing any maintenance work or repairs. technicians and original MERCEDES-BENZ parts to ser­ Improper or incomplete service may damage the vice your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality vehicle or its equipment, which may in turn result in service, see your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
  • Page 110 Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip 1 Fuel Supply: Turn fuel filler cap to the left and hold on to it until pos­ sible pressure in tank has been re­ leased. 2 Tire Inflation Pressure: Check at least every two weeks. For details see page 75.
  • Page 111 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Automatic Transmission: Automatic transmission • Fuel: Use premium unleaded gasoline: fluid for automatic transmission. Posted Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). For level checks and replenishment, refer to page 71. Fuel tank capacity approx.
  • Page 112 DAIMLER-BENZ AG Stuttgart-Untertuerkheim Zentralkundendienst - f t . % . .

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