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Mercedes-Benz 2003 E-Class Operator's Manual

Mercedes-Benz 2003 E-Class Operator's Manual (399 pages)

E-Class

Brand: Mercedes-Benz | Category: Automobile | Size: 4.75 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Introduction

9
- Product Information
  9
- Operator's Manual
  10
- Where to Find It
  14
- Symbols
  15
- Operating Safety
  16
  - Proper Use of the Vehicle
    16
- Problems with Your Vehicle
  17
- Reporting Safety Defects
  18
At a Glance

19
- Cockpit
  20
- Instrument Cluster
  22
- Multifunction Steering Wheel
  24
  - Important Notice for California Center Console
    25
  - Upper Part
    25
  - Lower Part
    26
  - Center Console
    26
- Overhead Control Panel
  27
- Door Control Panel
  28
Getting Started

29
- Unlocking
  30
  - Unlocking with the Smartkey
    30
  - Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO
    32
- Adjusting
  34
  - Seats
    34
  - Steering Wheel
    37
  - Mirrors
    38
- Driving
  40
  - Fastening the Seat Belts
    40
  - Starting the Engine
    43
  - Switching on Headlamps
    46
  - Turn Signals and High Beam
    46
  - Windshield Wipers
    47
  - Problems While Driving
    48
- Parking and Locking
  50
  - Parking Brake
    50
  - Switching off Headlamps
    51
  - Turning off the Engine
    51
Safety and Security

55
- Occupant Safety
  56
  - Airbags
    57
  - Seat Belts
    61
  - Children in the Vehicle
    65
  - Blocking of Rear Door Window Operation
    71
- Panic Alarm
  72
  - Activating
    72
  - Deactivating
    72
- Driving Safety Systems
  73
  - Abs
    73
  - Bas
    74
  - Esp
    75
  - The SBC Brake System
    77
- Anti-Theft Systems
  81
  - Immobilizer
    81
  - Anti-Theft Alarm System
    82
  - Tow-Away Alarm
    82
Controls in Detail

85
- Automatic Climate Control
  85
- Locking and Unlocking
  86
  - Keys
    86
  - Smartkey with KEYLESS-GO
    89
  - Opening the Doors from the Inside
    93
  - Opening the Trunk from the Inside
    94
  - Opening the Trunk
    96
  - Closing the Trunk
    96
  - Trunk Lid Emergency Release
    97
  - Separately Locking the Trunk
    98
  - Separately Unlocking the Trunk
    99
  - Automatic Central Locking
    99
  - Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
    100
  - Central Locking Switch
    100
- Seats
  102
  - Easy-Entry/Exit Feature
    102
  - Head Restraints
    103
  - Rear Seat Head Restraints
    103
  - Multicontour Seat
    104
  - Dynamic Driving Seat
    105
  - Heated Seats
    107
  - Seat Ventilation
    108
- Memory Function
  109
  - Storing Positions into Memory
    110
  - Recalling Positions from Memory
    110
  - Storing Parking Position
    111
- Lighting
  112
  - Exterior Lamp Switch
    112
  - Combination Switch
    115
  - Hazard Warning Flasher
    115
  - Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
    115
  - Interior Lighting
    116
  - Door Entry Lamps
    117
  - Trunk Lamp
    117
- Instrument Cluster
  118
  - Instrument Cluster Illumination
    118
  - Coolant Temperature Display
    119
  - Trip Odometer
    119
  - Tachometer
    120
  - Outside Temperature Indicator
    120
- Control System
  121
  - Multifunction Display
    121
  - Multifunction Steering Wheel
    122
  - Menus
    124
  - Standard Display Menu
    126
  - AUDIO Menu
    126
  - Navi
    128
  - Distronic* Menu
    128
  - Malfunction Memory Menu
    129
  - Settings Menu
    130
  - Trip Computer Menu
    145
  - TEL Menu
    147
- Automatic Transmission
  151
  - One-Touch Gearshifting
    152
  - Gear Ranges
    153
  - Gear Selector Lever Position
    154
  - Program Mode Selector Switch
    155
  - Accelerator Position
    156
  - Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)
    156
- Good Visibility
  157
  - Rear View Mirror
    157
  - Headlamp Cleaning System
    158
  - Sun Visors
    158
  - Rear Window Sunshade
    160
  - Roller Sunblind* in the Rear Doors
    161
- Climate Control
  162
  - Setting the Temperature
    165
  - Adjusting Air Distribution
    166
  - Adjusting Air Volume
    166
  - Defrosting
    167
  - Air Recirculation Mode
    167
  - Rear Window Defroster
    169
  - Deactivating the Climate Control System
    170
  - Air Conditioner
    170
  - Residual Heat and Ventilation
    171
- Automatic Climate Control
  172
  - Setting the Temperature
    176
  - Adjusting Air Distribution
    177
  - Adjusting Air Volume
    177
  - Defrosting
    178
  - Air Recirculation Mode
    178
  - Charcoal Filter
    180
  - Rear Window Defroster
    180
  - Air Conditioner
    181
  - Residual Heat and Ventilation
    182
  - Rear Air Conditioning
    182
- Power Windows
  184
  - Opening and Closing the Windows
    184
  - Synchronizing Power Windows
    186
- Sliding/Pop-Up Roof
  187
- Panorama Sliding/Pop-Up Roof
  190
  - Solar Panel
    193
- Driving Systems
  194
  - Cruise Control
    194
  - Distronic
    197
  - AIRMATIC DC (Dual Control)
    209
  - PARKTRONIC System
    212
- Loading
  216
  - Roof Rack
    216
  - Ski Sack
    216
  - Split Rear Bench Seat
    219
  - Folding Front Passenger Seat
    222
  - Expanding the Cargo Area
    223
  - Loading Instructions
    224
  - Cargo Tie-Down Rings
    225
- Useful Features
  226
  - Interior Storage Spaces
    226
  - Ashtrays
    231
  - Cigarette Lighter
    232
  - 12-V Socket
    232
  - Heated Steering Wheel
    233
  - Telephone
    233
  - Tele Aid
    234
  - Garage Door Opener
    243
Operation

247
- The First 1000 Miles (1500Km)
  248
- Driving Instructions
  249
  - Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
    249
  - Drinking and Driving
    249
  - Pedals
    249
  - Power Assistance
    250
  - Brakes
    250
  - Driving off
    252
  - Parking
    252
  - Tires
    252
  - Aquaplaning
    253
  - Tire Traction
    253
  - Tire Speed Rating
    254
  - Winter Driving Instructions
    254
  - Standing Water
    255
  - Passenger Compartment
    255
  - Traveling Abroad
    255
  - Control and Operation of Radio Transmitter
    256
  - Catalytic Converter
    256
  - Emission Control
    257
  - Coolant Temperature
    258
- At the Gas Station
  259
  - Check Regularly and before a Long Trip
    260
- Engine Compartment
  261
  - Hood
    261
  - Engine Oil
    262
  - Transmission Fluid Level
    264
  - Coolant Level
    264
  - Battery
    266
  - Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
    267
- Tires and Wheels
  268
  - Important Guidelines
    268
  - Life of Tire
    269
  - Direction of Rotation
    269
  - Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
    269
  - Rotating Wheels
    272
- Winter Driving
  273
  - Winter Tires
    273
  - Block Heater (Canada Only)
    274
  - Snow Chains
    274
- Maintenance
  275
  - Flexible Service System PLUS
    275
  - Plus)
    275
  - Clearing the Service Indicator
    275
  - Service Term Exceeded
    276
  - Calling up the Service Indicator
    276
  - Resetting the Service Indicator
    276
  - Setting the Date for Special Works
    278
  - Calling up the Service Data Information
    279
- Vehicle Care
  280
  - Cleaning and Care of Vehicle
    280
Practical Hints

287
- What to Do if
  288
  - Lamps in Instrument Cluster
    288
  - Lamp in Center Console
    294
  - Messages in the Display
    295
- Where will I Find
  324
  - First Aid Kit
    324
  - Spare Wheel
    324
  - Luggage Box
    325
  - Vehicle Tool Kit
    326
- Unlocking/Locking in an Emergency
  327
  - Unlocking the Vehicle
    327
  - Locking the Vehicle
    328
  - Changing Batteries
    328
  - Fuel Filler Flap Emergency Release
    329
  - Manually Unlocking the Transmission Selector Lever
    330
- Opening/Closing in an Emergency
  331
  - Sliding/Pop-Up Roof* or Panorama Sliding/Pop-Up Roof
    331
- Replacing Bulbs
  332
  - Bulbs
    332
  - Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps
    334
  - Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps
    336
- Replacing Wiper Blades
  337
- Flat Tire
  338
  - Preparing the Vehicle
    338
  - Mounting the Spare Wheel
    338
- Batteries
  343
  - Disconnecting the Battery
    344
  - Removing the Battery
    344
  - Charging and Reinstalling the Battery
    344
  - Reconnecting the Batteries
    345
- Jump Starting
  346
- Towing the Vehicle
  348
  - Towing the Vehicle
    349
  - Installing Towing Eye Bolt
    350
- Fuses
  352
  - Fuse Box in Passenger Compartment
    352
Technical Data

355
- Spare Parts Service
  356
- Warranty Coverage
  357
  - Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet
    357
- Identification Labels
  358
- Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive
  359
- Engine
  360
- Rims and Tires
  361
  - Same-Sized Tires
    361
  - Minispare Wheel
    362
  - Sport Package
    362
- Electrical System
  363
- Main Dimensions
  364
- Weights
  365
- Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc
  366
  - Capacities
    366
  - Engine Oils
    368
  - Engine Oil Additives
    368
  - Air Conditioner Refrigerant
    368
  - Brake Fluid
    368
  - Premium Unleaded Gasoline
    369
  - Fuel Requirements
    369
  - Gasoline Additives
    369
  - Coolants
    370
  - Windshield and Headlamp Washer System
    372
- Consumer Information
  373
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    373
Technical Terms

375
Index

381

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