Page 1 Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG Bild in der Größe 215x70 mm einfügen Operator’s Manual E-Class Sedan Ê5/t2g+Ë 2115841871 Order No. 6515 1157 13 Part No. 211 584 18 71 USA Edition B 2006...
Page 2 E 320 CDI E 350 E 350 4MATIC E 500 E 500 4MATIC E 55 AMG...
Page 3 Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, as well as your and your passengers' safe-...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Operator’s Manual ... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ... 11 Maintenance ... 12 Roadside Assistance ... 12 Change of address or ownership... 12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada...
Page 5 Contents Safety and Security ... 65 Occupant safety... 66 Air bags ... 67 Seat belts ... 73 Active head restraints ... 77 Children in the vehicle... 78 Blocking of rear door window operation... 89 Panic alarm ... 91 Activating ... 91 Deactivating ...
Page 6 Control system ... 153 Multifunction display... 153 Multifunction steering wheel... 154 Menus ... 156 Standard display menu ... 159 AUDIO menu ... 159 NAV* menu... 161 Distronic* menu... 161 Vehicle status message memory menu... 162 Settings menu... 163 Trip computer menu... 178 TEL menu* ...
Page 7 Contents Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* ... 239 Opening and closing the roller sunblinds for the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel ... 239 Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel... 240 Synchronizing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel . 242 Driving systems ...
Page 8 At the gas station ... 315 Refueling... 315 Check regularly and before a long trip... 317 Engine compartment ... 319 Hood ... 319 Engine oil ... 320 Transmission fluid level... 324 Coolant level ... 325 Batteries ... 326 Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*...
Page 9 Contents Replacing SmartKey batteries... 431 SmartKey ... 431 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*... 432 Replacing bulbs ... 433 Bulbs ... 433 Replacing bulbs for front lamps... 436 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps... 438 Replacing wiper blades ... 439 Removing wiper blades ... 439 Installing wiper blades...
Page 10: Introduction
Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 11: Operator's Manual
Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper proce- dures. We continuously strive to improve our...
Page 12: Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
30 calendar days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.
Page 13: Maintenance
Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for ser- vice. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you. Roadside Assistance...
Page 14: Operating Your Vehicle Outside The Usa Or Canada
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail- able for delivery in Europe under our Euro- pean Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or...
Page 15: Where To Find It
Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are rent- ing or borrowing this vehicle. Safety and Security Here you will find descriptions of the safety and security features of your vehicle.
Page 16: Symbols
Symbols ® Registered trademarks ® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Compa- The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from...
Page 17: Operating Safety
Electronic malfunctions could seri- ously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.
Page 18: Problems With Your Vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is...
Page 19: Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Page 20: Vehicle Data Recording
Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety.
Page 22: At A Glance
At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Storage compartments Door control panel...
Page 23: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit...
Page 24 Item Page 1 Parking brake pedal 53, 61 2 Hood lock release 3 Steering wheel adjustment stalk Heated steering wheel* 4 Parking brake release 5 Combination switch Turn signals Windshield wipers High beam 6 Door control panel 7 Exterior lamp switch Item Page 8 Headlamp washer button*...
Page 25: Instrument Cluster
At a glance Instrument cluster...
Page 26 Item Page 1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp ® 2 v ABS/ESP warning lamp 3 Speedometer 4 Multifunction display 5 l Distance warning lamp Vehicles without Distronic*: Warning lamp without func- tion. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should go out when the engine is running.
Page 27: Multifunction Steering Wheel
At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item Page 1 Multifunction display in speedometer Operating control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button æ up/to increase ç down/to decrease 3 Telephone*: Press button s to take a call to dial a call t to end a call to reject an incoming...
Page 28: Important Notice For California Center Console
Center console Upper part Item Page 1 Dual-zone automatic climate control, USA only 4-zone automatic climate control* 2 COMAND system, see sepa- rate operating instructions 3 Seat heating*, front passen- ger side Seat ventilation*, front pas- senger side 4 Electronic Stability Program ®...
Page 29: Lower Part
At a glance Center console Lower part Item Page 1 Ashtray 2 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button 3 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission 4 Parking assist (Parktronic system)* deactivation switch 5 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* switch Item Page 6 Vehicle level control switch* 7 Thumbwheel for setting distance for Distronic*...
Page 30: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Item Page 1 Rear interior lighting on/off 2 Automatic interior lighting 3 Front interior lighting on/off 4 Temperature sensor 5 Right reading lamp on/off 6 Tilt/sliding sunroof* or 236, tilt/sliding panel* 7 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button At a glance Overhead control panel Item...
Page 31: Storage Compartments
At a glance Storage compartments...
Page 32 Item Page 1 Glove box 2 Front passenger seat storage compartment with first aid kit 3 Door pocket 4 Ashtray 5 Ruffled storage bag 6 Door pocket 7 Side storage pocket in trunk* 8 Luggage box under the trunk floor 9 Door pocket a Ruffled storage bag b Ashtray...
Page 33: Door Control Panel
At a glance Door control panel Item Page 1 Door handle 2 Seat adjustment 3 Memory function (for stor- ing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings) 4 Exterior rear view mirror ad- justment 5 Switches for opening/clos- ing front and rear side win- dows, rear window override switch 6 Remote trunk release...
Page 34: Getting Started
Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...
Page 35: Unlocking
Getting started Unlocking The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic functions. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail” section will provide you with further information. The corresponding page refer- ences are located at the end of each seg- ment.
Page 36: Unlocking With Keyless-Go
The electrohydraulic brake system is activated ( page 97). Get in the vehicle and insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” ( page 106). Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO* With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock and unlock the vehicle without using the remote control buttons on the SmartKey and start the engine without in-...
Page 37: Starter Switch Positions
Getting started Unlocking Starter switch positions Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat- tended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 38 When you switch on the ignition, the in- dicator and warning lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless acti- vated) in the instrument cluster come on. The indicator and warning lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps if...
Page 39 Getting started Unlocking KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle. Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P. Do not depress the brake pedal. Position 0 Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button, the vehicle’s on-board elec- tronics have status 0 (as with SmartKey re-...
Page 40 When you switch on the ignition, the in- dicator and warning lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless acti- vated) in the instrument cluster come on. The indicator and warning lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps if...
Page 41: Adjusting
Getting started Adjusting Warning! All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas- tening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. Seats Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 42 Seat adjustment The seat adjustment switches are located on the front doors. 1 Head restraint height 2 Seat height 3 Seat cushion tilt 4 Seat fore and aft adjustment 5 Backrest tilt Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Open the respective door. The memory function ( page 138) lets you store the settings for the seat posi- tion together with the settings for the...
Page 43: Steering Wheel
Getting started Adjusting Head restraint height Press the switch up or down in direc- tion of arrow 1. Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possi- ble. Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.
Page 44: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Steering wheel adjustment The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the lower left of the steering column. 1 Adjusting steering column, in or out 2 Adjusting steering column, up or down Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Open the driver’s door.
Page 45 Getting started Adjusting Do not leave children unattended in the ve- hicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could open the driver’s door and unintentionally activate the easy-entry/exit feature, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you:...
Page 46: Mirrors
Mirrors Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic condi- tions. Warning! In case of an accident, liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing if the mirror glass breaks.
Page 47 Getting started Adjusting Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Press button 3 for the driver’s side ex- terior rear view mirror or button 1 for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. Push adjustment button 2 up, down, left or right according to the desired setting.
Page 48: Driving
Driving Warning! Do not lay any objects in the driver’s foot- well. Be careful that floor mats or carpets in the driver’s footwell have sufficient clear- ance for the pedals. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between the pedals.
Page 49 Getting started Driving Warning! Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time.
Page 50 Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection. Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 51: Starting The Engine
Getting started Driving Starting the engine Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, and inhaling it can cause uncon- sciousness and possible death. Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated.
Page 52 Diesel engine: Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P. Do not depress the accelerator. Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2 ( page 36). The preglow indicator lamp q in the instrument cluster comes on. As soon as the preglow indicator lamp q goes out, turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3...
Page 53 Get a jump start ( page 454). If the engine does not start after several starting attempts, there could be a mal- function in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 54: Parking Brake
Parking brake 1 Parking brake pedal 2 Release handle Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 55: Switching On Headlamps
Getting started Driving If you hear a warning signal and the message Release parking brake pears in the multifunction display when driving off, you have forgotten to re- lease the parking brake. Release the parking brake. After a cold start, the automatic transmis- sion engages at a higher revolution.
Page 56: Turn Signals
High beam The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher Push the combination switch in direc- tion of arrow 1. The high beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster comes on ( page 145).
Page 57: Windshield Wipers
Getting started Driving Windshield wipers The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 Single wipe Wiping with windshield washer fluid 2 Switching on windshield wipers Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Do not operate the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry.
Page 58 Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the vehicle is at a standstill and a front door is opened. This protects persons getting into or out of the vehicle from being sprayed. Intermittent wiping will be continued when all doors are closed the gear selector lever is in position D or R the wiper setting is changed using...
Page 59: Problems While Driving
The engine electronics may not be op- erating properly. Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it (Gasoline engine only). Give very little gas. Have the problem repaired by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 60 Do not start the engine under any cir- cumstances. Notify local fire and/or police authori- ties. If the extent of the damage cannot be de- termined: Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If no damage can be determined on the major assemblies fuel system engine mount: Start the engine in the usual manner.
Page 61: Parking And Locking
Getting started Parking and locking You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows. Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems.
Page 62: Parking Brake
Parking brake 1 Parking brake pedal 2 Release handle Step firmly on parking brake pedal 1. When the engine is running, the warn- ing lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster will be illuminated. Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take...
Page 63: Switching Off Headlamps
Getting started Parking and locking Switching off headlamps Turn the exterior lamp switch to M ( page 54). For more information, see the “Controls in detail” section ( page 141). Turning off engine Move the gear selector lever to position P. Apply the parking brake ( page 61).
Page 64: Releasing Seat Belts
Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 65 Getting started Parking and locking Locking with the SmartKey After exiting the vehicle, press lock button ‹ on the SmartKey ( page 34). All turn signal lamps flash three times. An acoustic signal sounds three times (if equipped and feature acti- vated).
Page 66: Safety And Security
Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems...
Page 67: Occupant Safety
Safety and Security Occupant safety In this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle. Seat belts ( page 73) Child restraints ( page 86) Lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH) ( page 88) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with Air bags ( page 67) Air bag control unit (with crash...
Page 68: Air Bags
Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details. Safety and Security...
Page 69 If you have any prob- lems, please see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard. Keep hands on the outside of steering wheel rim.
Page 70 Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost. Please contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.
Page 71 Use only belts in- stalled or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Air bags and emergency tensioning de- vices (ETDs) are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD that was activated must be replaced.
Page 72 Warning! Only use seat covers which have been test- ed and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the front side impact air bags. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for avail- ability.
Page 73 Safety and Security Occupant safety The front air bags in this vehicle have been designed to inflate in two stages. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the rate of relevant vehicle deceleration as assessed by the air bag control unit.
Page 74: Seat Belts
Seat belts When the engine is started the seat belt telltale < illuminates for a maximum of 6 seconds and a warning chime sounds to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. If after these 6 seconds, the driver’s or the front passenger’s seat belt (with the front passenger seat occupied) are not fastened with all doors closed,...
Page 75 Only use seat belts which have been ap- proved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation or to failure.
Page 76 Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this sec- tion, as that could result in serious inju- ries in case of an accident. Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential...
Page 77 When disposing of the emergency tension- ing device, our safety instructions must be followed. These are available at your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic comfort-fit feature seat belt An automatic comfort-fit feature for front seats reduces the retracting force of the...
Page 78: Active Head Restraints
Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Us- ing other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the active head restraints. Contact your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availabil- ity.
Page 79: Children In The Vehicle
Infant and child restraint seats and information on choosing an appropriate restraint system can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Center. Infant and child restraint systems We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 80 Warning! Never release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor will be deactivated. A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with this standard can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint.
Page 81 Safety and Security Occupant safety If you must install a rear-facing child re- straint on the front passenger seat be- cause circumstances require you to do so, make sure that the 75 indicator lamp is illuminat- ed, indicating that the front passenger air bag is deactivated.
Page 82 Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. Both driver and the front passenger should always use the 75 indicator lamp as an indication of whether or not the...
Page 83 Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! If the 75 indicator lamp illumi- nates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the front passenger seat, have the front passenger re-position himself or herself in the seat until the light goes out, or check whether objects are caught under or around the seat.
Page 84 If the 75 indicator lamp is illumi- nated, the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed. If the 75 indicator lamp is not illu- minated, the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed: in the event of certain frontal impacts if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold...
Page 85 Safety and Security Occupant safety If you must install a rear-facing child re- straint on the front passenger seat be- cause circumstances require you to do so, make sure that the 75 indicator lamp is illuminat- ed, indicating that the front passenger air bag is deactivated.
Page 86 In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS: Have the system checked as soon as possible by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not place more than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) into the ruffled storage bag on the back of the front passenger seat.
Page 87 Warning! If the indicator lamp should not illuminate, the system is not functioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. For more information, see the “Practical hints”...
Page 88 Head restraint must be installed (if re- movable) and positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely be- tween the head restraint and the top of the seat back. Make sure the tether strap is not twist- 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring Securely fasten the hook 2 to the an- chorage ring 3.
Page 89 Safety and Security Occupant safety 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring Swing rear seat backrest to the rear un- til it engages. Check the rear seat backrest to be locked in its upright position ( page 399). Once the top tether anchorage hook is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured.
Page 90: Blocking Of Rear Door Window Operation
Make sure the seat belt for the center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed. Non-LATCH type child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system ( page 78). Install child seat according to the man- ufacturer’s instructions.
Page 91 Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure them- selves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the win- dow opening. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
Page 92: Panic Alarm
Panic alarm An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 2½ minutes. 1 Â button USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter- ference received, including interfer-...
Page 93: Driving Safety Systems
Safety and Security Driving safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: ABS (Antilock Brake System) BAS (Brake Assist System) ® (Electronic Stability Program) Electrohydraulic brake system 4MATIC (Four Wheel Electronic Traction System) In winter operation, the maximum ef- fectiveness of the ABS, the BAS, the ®...
Page 94 Braking If the ABS activates during braking, the ® warning lamp v in the in- ABS/ESP strument cluster dial flashes. Because of the electrohydraulic brake system, you will not feel any pulsation in the brake pedal. Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal.
Page 95: Bas
Safety and Security Driving safety systems The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby poten- tially reducing the braking distance. Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over.
Page 96 Warning! ® Never switch off the ESP when you see the ® warning lamp v flashing in ABS/ESP the instrument cluster. In this case proceed as follows: While driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the accelera- tor.
Page 97 Safety and Security Driving safety systems ® Switching off the ESP Warning! ® The ESP should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circum- stances described below. Disabling of the system will reduce vehicle stability in driving maneuvers.
Page 98: Electrohydraulic Brake System
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an ® extended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® Switching on the ESP ® switch 1.
Page 99 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Warning! The electrohydraulic brake system requires electrical power to operate. A malfunction in the vehicle’s power supply or electrical system may impair brake sys- tem operation and switch it into its emer- gency operation mode. In such a case, the red brake warning lamp ( page 376) and warning messages in the instrument cluster ( page 386) come on while driving.
Page 100 Have brake pad replacement and other work on the electrohydraulic brake system car- ried out by qualified technicians only. Con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. The electrohydraulic brake system must be deactivated prior to working on the system. High pressure is in- termittently built up in the system as part of its automatic self-test.
Page 101: Four Wheel Electronic Traction System (4Matic) With The Esp
Only Mercedes-Benz approved compo- nents (e.g. brake pads) should be in- stalled on your vehicle. Brake pads not approved by Mercedes-Benz may im- pair the safety of your vehicle. Four wheel electronic traction system ®...
Page 102: Anti-Theft Systems
In case the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). Safety and Security Anti-theft systems...
Page 103 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems The alarm system will also be triggered when someone attempts to raise the vehicle the vehicle is opened using the mechanical key someone opens a door from the inside someone opens the trunk with the emergency release button If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response...
Page 104: Tow-Away Alarm
Disarming the alarm system Unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*. The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed. The alarm system will rearm automati- cally after approximately 40 seconds if neither a door nor the trunk was opened.
Page 105 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Disarming tow-away alarm To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm be- fore towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train. The button is located on the overhead con- trol panel.
Page 106: Controls In Detail
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Good visibility Dual-zone automatic climate control (USA only) 4-zone automatic climate control* Power windows Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Driving systems Loading Useful features...
Page 107: Locking And Unlocking
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper- ate the equipment installed on your vehi- cle. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.
Page 108 Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. It is possible for children to open a looked door from the inside, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.
Page 109 SmartKey. To determine whether or not your vehi- cle is equipped with this feature, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If equipped and you wish to ac- tivate or deactivate the feature, or ad- just its signal volume, also contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 110 ( page 427). Use the mechanical key to lock the driver’s door ( page 426) and the trunk ( page 128). Have the vehicle battery and the battery connections checked. If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 111 SmartKey batteries are discharged. Replace the batteries ( page 431). You can obtain the required batteries at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the batteries are checked within sig- nal range of the vehicle, pressing the button ‹...
Page 112: Smartkey With Keyless-Go
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two Smart- Keys with KEYLESS-GO are a different col- or to help distinguish each SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO unit.
Page 113 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter- ference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation.
Page 114 Never store the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO together with: Electronic items such as a cellular phone or another SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO Metallic objects such as coins or metal foil Doing so could impair the function of the KEYLESS-GO system. To lock or unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located outside the vehicle within ap- proximately 3 ft (1 m) of a door or the...
Page 115 KEYLESS-GO. To determine whether or not your vehi- cle is equipped with this feature, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If equipped and you wish to ac- tivate or deactivate the feature, or ad- just its signal volume, also contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 116 Selective setting If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO so when you pull the driver’s outside door handle, only the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap unlocks. Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds un- til battery check lamp 5 ( page 111) flashes twice.
Page 117 Use the mechanical key to lock the driver’s door ( page 426) and the trunk ( page 128). Have the vehicle battery checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 118 Global locking using the lock button on the trunk lid To prevent a possible inadvertent lock- out, the trunk will open automatically if a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is recog- nized inside the vehicle or in the trunk. 1 Lock button Press lock button 1 on the trunk lid.
Page 119 Have the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO deactivated by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Report the loss immediately to your car insurance company. Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replace- ment.
Page 120: Opening The Doors From The Inside
Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the in- side. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. 1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle Front doors Pull on door handle 2 on the respec- tive front door to open door.
Page 121: Opening The Trunk
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the trunk Opening the trunk from the outside A minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The handle is located above the rear li- cense plate recess. In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*: The ve- hicle must be unlocked.
Page 122: Closing The Trunk
1 Remote trunk switch with indicator lamp (vehicles with trunk open- ing/closing system*) Pull remote trunk switch 1 until the trunk begins to open. The trunk opens. The indicator lamp in the switch comes on and remains lit until the trunk is closed. The trunk lid swings open upwards au- tomatically.
Page 123 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Warning! Maintain sight of trunk area while operating the door mounted switch. Monitor the clos- ing procedure carefully to make sure that no one is in danger of being injured. To interrupt the closing procedure, release the door mounted remote trunk switch.
Page 124 Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk. Be espe- cially careful when small children are around. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
Page 125 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high), the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk reopens slightly. Warning! Monitor the closing procedure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being in- jured.
Page 126 If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high), the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk reopens slightly. To prevent a possible inadvertent lock- out, the trunk will open automatically if a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is recog- nized inside the vehicle or in the trunk.
Page 127 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk and locking the vehi- cle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) In vehicles with trunk opening/closing sys- tem* and KEYLESS-GO, you can close the trunk and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch.
Page 128: Trunk Emergency Release
Even with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO removed from the vehicle, the locking/clos- ing switch can be operated. Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsu- pervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.
Page 129: Valet Locking
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking If the emergency release button is pressed and the vehicle was centrally locked using the SmartKey, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound as the trunk opens. To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch.
Page 130: Automatic Central Locking
Automatic central locking The doors and the trunk automatically lock when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of ap- proximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. You can open a locked door from the in- side.
Page 131 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking The switch is located in the center console. Central locking switch 1 Locking 2 Unlocking You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. If the vehicle was previously centrally locked using the SmartKey, it will not unlock using the central locking switch.
Page 132: Seats
For removal of the active head restraints we recommend that you contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possi- ble.
Page 133 Controls in detail Seats Press the symbol-side on switch 1 to release the head restraints. The head restraints will fold backward. Warning! For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied. Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g.
Page 134: Lumbar Support
1 Release catch Removing rear seat head restraints Fold the backrest forward ( page 271). Fold back head restraint ( page 131). Press head restraint release catch 1 and pull the head restraints out of the guides. Fold the backrest back to its original position.
Page 135: Drive-Dynamic Seat* With Multicontour Features
Controls in detail Seats Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicon- tour features The Drive-Dynamic seat automatically ad- justs the lateral support provided by the backrest to your driving style. The Drive-Dynamic seat electronically controls the air pressure in the air cham- bers of the backrest side bolsters. This function improves driving comfort and pleasure.
Page 136: Seat Heating
Drive-dynamic features Activating Press button 4 ( page 134). The indicator lamp on the button comes on and the following display ap- pears in the multifunction display for about 5 seconds. You can adjust the characteristics of the Drive-Dynamic seat using the con- trol system ( page 177).
Page 137: Seat Ventilation
Controls in detail Seats 1 Seat heating switch Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Switching seat heating on Press switch 1 repeatedly until the desired heating level is set. One or more red indicator lamps on the switch show the selected heating level. Switching seat heating off Press switch 1 repeatedly until all in- dicator lamps go out.
Page 138 1 Seat ventilation switch Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Switching seat ventilation on Press button 1 repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set. The seat ventilation is automatically set to the highest level if activated via sum- mer opening feature ( page 234).
Page 139: Memory Function
Controls in detail Memory function Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and seat back- rest angle if necessary, to ensure adequate control, reach and comfort. The head re- straint should also be adjusted for proper height.
Page 140: Storing Positions Into Memory
The memory button and memory position buttons are located on the door. Memory button 1, 2, 3 Memory position button Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Open the respective door. Storing positions into memory Adjust the seats, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the de- sired position ( page 40).
Page 141: Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position
Controls in detail Memory function Storing exterior rear view mirror park- ing position For easier parking, you can adjust the pas- senger-side exterior rear view mirror so that you can see the right rear wheel as soon as you engage reverse gear R. For information on activating the parking position, see “Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position”...
Page 142: Lighting
Relevant information can be obtained at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicles equipped with active Bi-Xe- non* headlamps: The active Bi-Xenon headlamps moni-...
Page 143 Controls in detail Lighting Manual headlamp mode The low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch. Automatic headlamp mode The following lamps switch on and off au- tomatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light: Low beam headlamps Tail and parking lamps...
Page 144 With the daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch in position M, the high beam head- lamps cannot be switched on. The high beam flasher is available at all times. Canada only: The daytime running lamp mode is manda- tory and therefore in a constant mode.
Page 145 Controls in detail Lighting Locator lighting and night security illu- mination Locator lighting and night security illumi- nation are described in the “Control sys- tem” section, see ( page 171) and ( page 172). Fog lamps Warning! In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions, only switch from position U to B with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location.
Page 146: Combination Switch
Rear fog lamp (driver’s side only) Switch on the front fog lamps ( page 144). Pull out the exterior lamp switch to sec- ond stop. The rear fog lamp is switched on. The yellow indicator lamp † in the exterior lamp switch comes on ( page 141).
Page 147: Hazard Warning Flasher
Controls in detail Lighting Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle. The hazard warning flasher switches on au- tomatically when an air bag deploys.
Page 148: Interior Lighting In The Front
Interior lighting in the front 1 Left front reading lamp on/off 2 Rear interior lighting on/off 3 Automatic control on/off 4 Front interior lighting on/off 5 Right front reading lamp on/off 6 Ambient lighting 7 Interior lighting 8 Front reading lamps The controls are located in the overhead control panel.
Page 149: Door Entry Lamps
Controls in detail Lighting Manual control Front interior lighting Press front interior lighting switch 4. The front interior lighting switches on. Press front interior lighting switch 4 again. The front interior lighting switches off. Rear interior lighting Press rear interior lighting switch 2. The rear interior lighting switches on.
Page 150: Interior Lighting In The Rear
Interior lighting in the rear The overhead control panel is located above the rear seat bench. 1 Ambient lighting switch, to brighten 2 Rear reading lamp 3 Rear reading lamp on/off 4 Rear interior lamp 5 Ambient lighting 6 Ambient lighting switch, to dim Rear reading lamps Press respective rear reading lamp switch 3 to switch on the correspond-...
Page 151: Instrument Cluster
Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Instrument cluster illumination Use the reset button 1 to adjust the illu- mination brightness for the instrument cluster.
Page 152: Coolant Temperature Indicator
The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious en- gine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Trip odometer Make sure you are viewing the trip odome- ter display ( page 153).
Page 153: Tachometer
Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds, as it may result in serious en- gine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking.
Page 154: Control System
Control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 1 or as soon as the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button* is in position 1. The control system enables you call up information about your vehicle change vehicle settings.
Page 155: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Controls in detail Control system Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system ( page 153) are controlled by the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. 1 Multifunction display in the speedometer Operating the control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume:...
Page 156 It is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar- ranged in a circular pattern. If you press button è or ÿ re- peatedly, you will pass through each menu one after the other. If you press button k or j re- peatedly, you will pass through each function display, one after the other, in...
Page 157: Menus
Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus. The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus.
Page 158 Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Standard display AUDIO ( page 159) ( page 159) Digital speedometer Select radio station Call up maintenance system Operate CD player display Check tire inflation pressure* Check engine oil level Menu 3 Menu 4 NAV* Distronic*...
Page 159 Controls in detail Control system Menu 5 Menu 6 Vehicle status message Settings memory ( page 162) ( page 163) Call up vehicle malfunction, Reset to factory settings warning and system status mes- sages stored in memory Instrument cluster submenu Time/Date submenu Lighting submenu Vehicle submenu...
Page 160: Standard Display Menu
Standard display menu Press button k or j repeatedly to select the functions in the standard display menu. The following functions are available: Function Page Calling up digital speedometer Calling up maintenance service indicator Checking tire inflation pressure* 339 Checking engine oil level Display digital speedometer Press button k or j repeatedly until the digital speedometer appears...
Page 161 Additional optional satellite radio equipment and a subscription to satel- lite radio service provider are required for satellite radio operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. For more information, refer to separate COMAND operating instructions.
Page 162: Nav* Menu
NAV* menu menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system. Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the message in the multifunction display. If COMAND is switched off, the mes- sage NAV off appears in the multifunc- tion display.
Page 163: Vehicle Status Message Memory Menu
Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages ( page 386). Press button è or ÿ repeatedly...
Page 164: Settings Menu
Vehicle status messages have been re- corded If conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunction dis- play: Press button k or j. The stored messages will now be dis- played in the order in which they have occurred.
Page 165 Controls in detail Control system Resetting all settings You can reset all the functions of all sub- menus to the factory settings. Press the reset button in the instru- ment cluster ( page 150) for approxi- mately 3 seconds. In the multifunction display you will see the request to press the reset button again to confirm.
Page 166 The table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De- tailed instructions on making individual settings can be found on the following pag- INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TIME/DATE Select speedometer dis- Synchronizing the play mode time Select language Set time (hours) Select display (speed dis- Set time (minutes)
Page 167 Controls in detail Control system Instrument cluster submenu Access the Instr. cluster submenu via menu. Use the Settings Instr. clus- submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Select speedometer display mode Select language Select display (speed display or outside temperature) for status display...
Page 168 Available languages: German ( Deutsch English ( English French ( Français Italian ( Italiano Spanish ( Español Dutch ( Nederlands Danish ( Dansk Swedish ( Svenska Portuguese ( Português Turkish ( Türkçe Selecting display (speed display or out- side temperature) for status display Move the selection marker with button æ...
Page 169 Controls in detail Control system Time/Date submenu Access the Time/Date submenu via the menu. Use the sub- Settings Time/Date menu to change the time and date display settings. The following functions are avail- able: Function Page Synchronizing the time Set time (hours) Set time (minutes) Set date (month) Set date (day)
Page 170 Set time (minutes) This function can only be seen when time synchronization is switched off. Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Clock, minutes pears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the minute setting.
Page 171: Set Daytime Running Lamp Mode
Controls in detail Control system Set date (year) Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Set date year pears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the year set- ting.
Page 172: Setting Locator Lighting
Press button æ or ç to select manual operation ( manual ) or daytime running lamp mode ( constant ) activat- With daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch at position M or U, the low beam headlamps are switched on when the en- gine is running.
Page 173: Setting Ambient Lighting
Controls in detail Control system Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Function Surround lighting appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. Press button æ or ç to switch the locator lighting function Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U when exiting the vehicle.
Page 174: Setting Interior Lighting Delayed
You can reactivate this function within 10 minutes by opening a door. Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Headlamps delayed shut-off appears in the multifunction display.
Page 175 Controls in detail Control system Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Set- menu. Use the submenu to tings Vehicle make general vehicle settings. The follow- ing function is available: Function Page Set automatic locking Setting automatic locking Use this function to activate or deactivate the automatic central locking.
Page 176 Convenience submenu Access the Convenience submenu via the menu. Use the sub- Settings Convenience menu to change the settings for a number of convenience features. The following functions are available: Function Page Activate easy-entry/exit feature 175 Set parking position for exterior rear view mirror Activating easy-entry/exit feature Use this function to activate and deacti-...
Page 177 Controls in detail Control system Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Function Easy-en- try feature appears in the multifunc- tion display. The selection marker is on the current setting. Press button æ or ç to switch Function Easy-entry feature on Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror Use the...
Page 178 Dynamic seat* submenu Access the Dynamic Seat submenu via the menu. Use the Settings Dynamic Seat submenu to change the settings for the dy- namic seats. The following functions are available: Function Page Adjust driver seat Adjust passenger seat Adjusting the dynamic seat The function dynamic seat adjustment lets you determine the way the seat adjusts while driving.
Page 179: Trip Computer Menu
Controls in detail Control system Trip computer menu Use the trip computer menu to call up sta- tistical data on your vehicle. The following information is available: Function Page Fuel consumption statistics after start Fuel consumption statistics since last reset Call up range (distance to empty) 179 Fuel consumption statistics after start Press button ÿ...
Page 180 All statistics stored since the last en- gine start will be reset approximately 4 hours after the SmartKey in the start- er switch is turned to position 0 or re- moved from the starter switch. Resetting will not occur if you turn the SmartKey back to position 1 or 2 with- in this time period.
Page 181: Tel Menu
Controls in detail Control system TEL menu* Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we rec- ommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a tele- phone call.
Page 182 Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answer a call at any time. In the multifunction display you will then see the message: Press button s. You have answered the call. In the mul- tifunction display you see the length of the call.
Page 183 Controls in detail Control system Press button s. The system dials the selected phone number. If the connection is successful, the name of the party you called and the duration of the call will appear in the multifunction display. If no connection is made, the con- trol system stores the dialed num- ber in the redial memory.
Page 184: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission For more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Automatic transmission” ( page 50). Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjust- ments are performed based on current operating and driving conditions.
Page 185 Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When the gear selector lever is in position D, you can influence transmission...
Page 186: Gear Selector Lever Position
Gear selector lever position Effect ì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked. Place gear selector lever in position P only when vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked.
Page 187: Driving Tips
Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with gear selector lever in N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! Getting out of your vehicle with the gear selector lever not fully engaged in position P is dangerous.
Page 188 Stopping When you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic lights: Leave the transmission in gear. Hold the vehicle with the brake. When you stop longer with the engine idling and/or on a hill: Set the parking brake. Move the gear selector lever to position P.
Page 189: Gear Ranges
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear ranges With the gear selector lever in position D and driving in the automatic shift program C or S ( page 189), you can select a gear range for the automatic transmission to operate within: Gear selector lever ( page 190): You can limit the gear range by pressing the gear selector lever to the left (D-), and...
Page 190: Automatic Shift Program
Automatic shift program The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console. 1 Program mode selector switch C Comfort For comfort driving S Sport For standard driving The current gear selector lever position and the selected program mode ( ) are indicated in the multifunction display ( page 184).
Page 191: Gear Selector Lever One-Touch Gearshifting
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Downshifting Warning! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action.
Page 192: Steering Wheel Gearshift Control
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Controls in detail Automatic transmission The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to the left and right of the steering wheel.
Page 193 Controls in detail Automatic transmission The following instructions describe opera- tion of the steering wheel gearshift control when driving in the automatic program mode C or S. For instructions on operating the steering wheel gearshift control and gear selector lever in the manual program mode M, see “Manual shift program E 55 AMG”...
Page 194: Manual Shift Program E 55 Amg
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Controls in detail Automatic transmission The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console.
Page 195 Make absolutely certain that the engine speed does not reach the red marking on the tachometer ( page 24). Otherwise the engine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 196 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction. Briefly press button 2 on the right side of the steering wheel ( page 191). The transmission shifts to the next higher gear. If, instead of the manual program mode , the p symbol appears in the symbol multifunction display ( page 184), shift to...
Page 197: Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)
Move gear selector lever to P. Turn off the engine. Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting. Restart the engine. Move gear selector lever to position D (for second gear) or R. Have the transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 198: Good Visibility
Good visibility For information on windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” ( page 56). Headlamp cleaning system* The button is located on the left side of the dashboard. 1 Headlamp washer button Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Press button 1. The headlamps are cleaned with a high-pressure water jet.
Page 199 Controls in detail Good visibility Warning! The auto-dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sen- sors in the interior rear view mirror. The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side do not react, for example, if the rear window sun- shade* is in raised position.
Page 200: Sun Visors
Make sure the Mirror adjustment parking aid function in the Conve- nience submenu of the control system is switched to ( page 176). Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Press button 2 for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. Place the gear selector lever in reverse gear R.
Page 201: Rear Window Sunshade
Controls in detail Good visibility 6 Mounting 7 Additional visor* 8 Sun visor If sunlight enters through a side window: Disengage sun visor 8 from mounting 6. Pivot sun visor 8 to the side. Adjust the sun visor 8 by pushing or pulling in direction of arrows.
Page 202: Roller Sunblind* In The Rear Doors
Roller sunblind* in the rear doors Pull the roller sunblind out using the hooks. Attach the hooks at the top. Always guide the sunblind by hand. Do not let it snap back, as the retractor could be damaged. Rear window defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power.
Page 203: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control (Usa Only)
Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control (USA only)
Page 204 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 2 Left center air vent, adjustable 3 Cockpit air vent, fixed 4 Right center air vent, adjustable 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 6 Right side defroster vent, fixed 7 Right side air vent, adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side air vent...
Page 205 Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control (USA only) 1 Temperature control, left 2 Front defroster 3 Increase air volume 4 Air distribution 5 Rear window defroster 6 Temperature control, right 7 AC cooling on/off 8 Air distribution display 9 Climate control on/off a Air volume display b Decrease air volume c Air recirculation...
Page 206 The climate control is operational whenev- er the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in either the au- tomatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the se- lected interior temperature and the cur- rent outside temperature.
Page 207: Deactivating The Climate Control System
Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control (USA only) Deactivating the climate control system Deactivating Press button ´ ( page 204). When the climate control system is de- activated, the outside air supply and circulation are also deactivated. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up.
Page 208: Setting The Temperature
Deactivating Press button ˜ or Q ( page 204). The indicator lamp on the button U goes out. The automatic operation of air volume switches off. The selected blower speed is shown in the air volume display a ( page 204). Press air distribution button 4 ( page 204).
Page 209: Adjusting Air Distribution
Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control (USA only) Adjusting air distribution Use air distribution control 4 ( page 204) to adjust the air distribution. The following symbols are located on the air distribution display 8 ( page 204): Symbol Function Directs air through the cock- pit, center, side and rear pas- senger compartment air vents...
Page 210: Adjusting Air Volume
Adjusting air volume Nine blower speeds are available. Press button ˜ to decrease or Q to increase air volume ( page 204) to the desired level. The indicator lamp on button U ( page 204) goes out. The automatic operation of air volume switches off. The selected blower speed is shown in the air volume display a ( page 204).
Page 211: Air Recirculation Mode
Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control (USA only) Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside (e.g. before a driving through a tunnel). This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment.
Page 212 Press and hold button , for approx- imately 2 seconds. The side windows and tilt/sliding sunroof* will close. You can release button , once the clos- ing procedure has begun. The windows and tilt/sliding sunroof* continue clos- ing until they are fully closed. Vehicles with panorama roof: Press and hold button , until the side windows and the tilt/sliding panel...
Page 213: Air Conditioning
If the air conditioning cannot be turned on again, this indicates that the air con- ditioning is losing refrigerant. The com- pressor has turned itself off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 214: Rear Passenger Compartment Adjustable Air Vents
Rear passenger compartment adjustable air vents The air conditioning for the rear passenger compartment is controlled via the climate control panel ( page 204). The temperature at the center air vents for the rear passenger compartment 1 and 2 is the same as at the dashboard center air vents.
Page 215: 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control*...
Page 216 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 2 Left center air vent, adjustable 3 Cockpit air vent, fixed 4 Right center air vent, adjustable 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 6 Right side defroster vent, fixed 7 Right side air vent, adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side air vent...
Page 217 Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control* USA only 1 Air distribution, left 2 Front defroster 3 Temperature rocker switch, left 4 Display 5 Temperature rocker switch, right 6 Rear window defroster 7 Air distribution, right 8 Air distribution and air volume, right (automatic, manual) 9 AC cooling on/off a Rear air-conditioning remote control...
Page 218 Canada only 1 Air distribution, left 2 Front defroster 3 Temperature rocker switch, left 4 Display 5 Temperature rocker switch, right 6 Rear window defroster 7 Air distribution, right 8 Air distribution and air volume, right (automatic, manual) 9 AC cooling on/off a Rear air-conditioning remote control b Increase air volume Controls in detail...
Page 219 Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control* Warning! When operating the climate control, the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents can be very hot or very cold (depending on the set temperature). This may cause burn or frostbite to unpro- tected skin in the immediate area of the air vents.
Page 220: Deactivating The Climate Control System
Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air en- ters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system. The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the A/C mode ( page 227) is deactivated. Warning! Follow the recommended settings for heat- ing and cooling given on the following pag-...
Page 221: Operating The Climate Control System In Automatic Mode
Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control* Reactivating Make sure the ignition is switched on. Press button ´ ( page 216) or ( page 217) again. The previous settings are once again in effect. To switch the system on, you can also press another button, with the excep- tion of 1, F and T ( page 216) or ( page 217).
Page 222: Setting The Temperature
Deactivating Press button ˜ or Q ( page 216) or ( page 217). The indicator lamp on the button goes disappears in the display 4 out. AUTO ( page 216) or ( page 217). The au- tomatic operation of air volume switch- es off.
Page 223: Adjusting Air Distribution
Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control* Adjusting air distribution Use the air distribution controls 1 and 7 ( page 216) or ( page 217) to separate- ly adjust the air distribution on each side of the passenger compartment. The following symbols are located on the controls: Symbol Function Directs air through the cock-...
Page 224: Adjusting Air Volume
Adjusting air volume Use buttons U ( page 216) or ( page 217) for automatic mode or air volume buttons ˜ or Q ( page 216) or ( page 217) to adjust air volume manually. Nine blower speeds are available. Press button ˜...
Page 225: Maximum Cooling Max Cool
Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control* Windshield fogged on the outside Keep this setting selected only until the windshield is clear again. Switch the windshield wipers on ( page 56). Press one button U ( page 217) or ( page 216). The indicator lamp on the button comes on.
Page 226 Activating Press button , ( page 216) or ( page 217). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air recirculation mode is activated automatically at high outside tempera- tures and if the concentration of car- bon monoxide and nitrogen oxide in the outside air increases, for example in a tunnel.
Page 227 Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control* Deactivating Press button , ( page 216) or ( page 217) again. The indicator lamp on the button goes out. The air recirculation mode is deactivat- ed automatically: after 5 minutes if the outside tem- perature is below approximately 41°F (5°C) after 5 minutes if the air condition-...
Page 228: Air Conditioning
4-zone automatic climate control* If the air conditioning cannot be turned on again, this indicates that the air con- ditioning is losing refrigerant. The com- pressor has turned itself off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 229: Residual Heat And Ventilation (Canada Only)
Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control* Residual heat and ventilation (Canada only) With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine.
Page 230: Rear Climate Control
Rear climate control The rear climate control is adjusted via the front climate control panel ( page 217) or ( page 216) or the rear climate control panel. The rear climate control panel is located in the rear center console. 1 Left rear center air vent, adjustable 2 Right rear center air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control...
Page 231 Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control* The rear climate control will not cool the air when the air conditioning is switched off ( page 227). Adjusting air distribution Push the slide for the left center vent 1 or right center vent 2 to the left, right, up, or down.
Page 232: Power Windows
Power windows Opening and closing the windows The side windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all of the side windows are on the driver’s door. The switches for the respective windows are on the front passenger door and the rear doors.
Page 233 Controls in detail Power windows You can also open or close the win- dows using the SmartKey, see “Sum- mer opening feature” ( page 234) and “Convenience closing feature” ( page 235). Depending on current position, the win- dows may also open or close when the air recirculation button , in the control panel of the climate control ( page 204), ( page 216) and...
Page 234: Synchronizing Power Windows
Fully closing the windows (Express-close) Pull switch 2 to 5 past the resis- tance point and release. The corresponding window closes com- pletely. Warning! Driver’s door only: If within 5 seconds switch is again pulled past the resistance point and released, the automatic reversal will not operate.
Page 235: Summer Opening Feature
Controls in detail Power windows Summer opening feature If the weather is warm, you can ventilate the vehicle before driving off by simulta- neously: opening the side windows opening the tilt/sliding sunroof* or tilt/sliding panel* turning on the seat ventilation* for the driver’s seat The seat ventilation* for the driver’s seat is automatically set to the highest...
Page 236: Convenience Closing Feature
Convenience closing feature When you lock the vehicle, you can close the windows, tilt/sliding sunroof* or tilt/sliding panel* simultaneously. Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* at the driver’s outside door handle ( page 234). The SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* must be in close proximity to the driver’s out- side door handle.
Page 237: Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof The tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and closed electrically. The switch for the tilt/sliding sunroof is on the overhead con- trol panel. Sunroof switch 1 Push back to slide sunroof open 2 Push forward to slide sunroof closed 3 Push up to raise sunroof at rear 4 Pull down to lower sunroof at rear...
Page 238 When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsu- pervised use of vehicle equipment can cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.
Page 239: Synchronizing The Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof during Express-operation Move the sunroof switch in any direc- tion. If the movement of the tilt/sliding sun- roof is blocked during the Express-close procedure, the tilt/slid- ing sunroof will stop and reopen slightly.
Page 240: Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel
Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Opening and closing the roller sunblinds for the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel The tilt/sliding panel and the front and rear roller sunblinds are opened and closed electrically. The switch for the tilt/sliding panel and the roller sunblinds is on the overhead control panel.
Page 241: Opening And Closing The Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel
Controls in detail Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Warning! When closing the roller sunblinds, make sure that no one is in danger of being injured by the closing procedure. The closing of the roller sunblinds can be immediately halted by releasing the switch.
Page 242 In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the opening. Such an opening also presents a potential for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts prop- erly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compart- ment.
Page 243: Synchronizing The Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel
Controls in detail Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Synchronizing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel The tilt/sliding panel must be synchronized after the battery has been disconnected or discharged after the tilt/sliding panel has been closed manually ( page 429) after a malfunction if the tilt/sliding panel does not open smoothly...
Page 244: Driving Systems
Driving systems The driving systems of your vehicle are de- scribed on the following pages: Cruise control and Distronic*, with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed Airmatic DC* adjusts the vehicle sus- pension characteristics automatically and controls the vehicle level Parktronic system*, which assists the driver during parking maneuvers For information on BAS, ABS, electrohy-...
Page 245 Controls in detail Driving systems 1 Set current or higher speed 2 Set current or lower speed 3 Cancel cruise control 4 Resume at last set speed Warning! The cruise control brakes automatically so that the set speed is not exceeded. Keep in mind that the cruise control is a convenience system designed to assist the driver during vehicle operation.
Page 246 Canceling cruise control There are several ways to cancel the cruise control: Step on the brake pedal. The cruise control is canceled. The last speed set is stored for later use. Briefly push the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 3 ( page 244). The cruise control is canceled.
Page 247 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting a higher speed Lift cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 ( page 244) and hold it up until the desired speed is reached. Release the cruise control lever. The new speed is set. Setting a lower speed Depress the cruise control lever in di- rection of arrow 2 ( page 244) and...
Page 248: Distronic
Distronic* When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control system increases driving convenience afforded by the cruise control during travel on expressways and other major roads. If the Distronic distance sensor detects a slower moving vehicle directly ahead, your vehicle speed will be reduced so that you follow that vehicle at a preset distance.
Page 249 Controls in detail Driving systems Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any inter- ference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 250 Warning! Close attention to road and traffic condi- tions is imperative at all times, regardless of whether or not Distronic is activated. Use of Distronic can be dangerous on wind- ing roads or in heavy traffic because condi- tions do not allow safe driving at a steady speed.
Page 251 Controls in detail Driving systems 1 Segments If Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead, the segments (representing the difference) from the speed of the vehicle ahead to the set speed come on. If Distronic calculates that there is a dan- ger of collision: The distance warning lamp l in the instrument cluster comes on red.
Page 252 Warning! Distronic brakes your vehicle with a maxi- mum deceleration of 6.5 ft/s (2 m/s This corresponds to about 20% of the maxi- mum deceleration ability of your vehicle. Distronic brakes the vehicle in an effort to restore the preset distance or to maintain the speed.
Page 253 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic activated If you turn Distronic on, you will see the set speed in the multifunction display for about 5 seconds. When Distronic is activated, you will see the following display in the multifunction display. 1 Distronic activated Cruise control lever The Distronic system is operated by means...
Page 254 Setting the current speed Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. Briefly lift or depress the cruise control lever. The current speed is set. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do not take your foot off the accelerator completely, the following message will appear in the multifunc- tion display:...
Page 255 Controls in detail Driving systems Fine adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments Faster Briefly tip the cruise control lever in di- rection of arrow 4 ( page 252). Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) Warning! The speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions per- mit.
Page 256 Distronic deactivates automatically when: you set the parking brake you drive slower than 20 mph (30 km/h) ® the ESP is active ( page 94) or you ® deactivate the ESP you move the gear selector lever into position N A signal will sound.
Page 257 Controls in detail Driving systems Decreasing distance Decreasing the distance setting tells Distronic to maintain a smaller following distance to the vehicle ahead. Turn thumbwheel 3 towards ®. Distance warning function When Distronic is deactivated, this func- tion will continue to warn you when recog- nizing a stationary obstacle or a slower vehicle moving in the vehicle’s path and the danger of a collision exists:...
Page 258 Driving with Distronic This section describes a number of driving situations where special precaution is re- quired on the part of the driver. Be pre- pared to brake in such situations. This will deactivate the Distronic system. Warning! Distronic works to maintain the speed se- lected by the driver unless a moving obsta- cle proceeding directly ahead of it in the same travel direction is detected (e.g.
Page 259 Controls in detail Driving systems Turns and bends In turns or bends, Distronic may not detect a moving vehicle in front, or it may detect one too soon. This may cause your vehicle to brake late or unexpectedly. Offset driving A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by Distronic.
Page 260: Airmatic Dc (Dual Control)
Narrow vehicles Because of their narrow profile, the vehi- cles traveling near the outer edges of the lane have not yet been detected by Dis- tronic. There will be insufficient distance to the vehicles ahead. Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* Airmatic automatically selects the opti- mum suspension tuning and ride height for your vehicle.
Page 261 Controls in detail Driving systems 1 Damping button 2 Indicator lamps Start the engine. Press the damping button 1 until the desired suspension style is set. If you have selected the Comfort sus- pension tuning, the vehicle lowers slightly when you lock it within approx- imately 60 seconds after switching off the engine.
Page 262 These height adjustments are so small that you may not notice any change. Select the raised level only when required by current driving conditions. Otherwise handling may be impaired fuel consumption may increase Warning! To help avoid personal injury, keep hands and feet away from wheel housing area, and stay away from under the vehicle when low- ering the vehicle chassis.
Page 263 Controls in detail Driving systems The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running: Vehicle level Indicator lamp Suspension when stationary tuning Normal Lamp off Comfort Normal Lamp off Sport 1 or 2 Raised Lamp on Comfort...
Page 264: Parktronic System (Parking Assist)
The button is located in the lower section of the center console. 1 Vehicle level control button 2 Indicator lamp Start the engine ( page 36). Briefly press button 1 to change from normal level to raised level. When vehi- cle is at raised level, pressing the but- ton will return the vehicle to normal level.
Page 265 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in the area in which you are maneuvering. You could otherwise injure them. The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during park- ing maneuvers.
Page 266 Front sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Rear sensors Center approx. 48 in (120 cm) Corners approx. 32 in (80 cm) During parking maneuvers, pay special attention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors (e.g. planters or trailer hitches).
Page 267 Controls in detail Driving systems Each warning indicator is divided into five yellow and two red segments for either side of the vehicle. The Parktronic system is operational when the yellow readiness indicators 3 are illuminated. The position of the gear selector lever de- termines which warning indicators will be activated.
Page 268 20 seconds and the indicator lamp in the Parktronic switch comes on. Have the Parktronic system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. If only the red distance segments illumi- nates and no acoustic warning sounds, the...
Page 269: Loading
Controls in detail Loading Roof rack* Warning! Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manu- facturer’s installation instructions. 1 Trim Preparing roof rack installation Open trim 1 at the trim strips in the roof.
Page 270 Open hook and loop strap 1. Pull ski sack into passenger compart- ment and unfold. From trunk, slide skis into ski sack. Warning! The ski sack is designed for up to four pairs of skis. Do not load the ski sack with other objects.
Page 271 Controls in detail Loading Connect snap hook 1 of front strap to eye 2 located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench. Unloading and folding Loosen strap, open clasp by pressing tabs together (arrows). Unload skis. Close flap in trunk. Fold and flatten ski sack lengthwise and place folded ski sack inside recess of backrest.
Page 272: Split Rear Bench Seat
Removal of ski sack For removal of the ski sack, we recom- mend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk open while the ski sack is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle in- terior, resulting in unconsciousness and death.
Page 273 Controls in detail Loading If tall persons have occupied the driv- er’s and front passenger seats, it may be necessary to move these seats for- ward slightly in order to fold the rear seat backrests forward. Pull release handle 1. The seat cushion automatically springs upward slightly.
Page 274: Expanding The Cargo Area
Swing the head restraint forward by hand until it engages. Warning! Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied, or the ex- tended trunk compartment is not in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest.
Page 275: Loading Instructions
Controls in detail Loading Leave the seat cushion hinge in this po- sition. The upholstery could be dam- aged if you fold the hinge back. Fold the seat backrest forward. Loading instructions The total load weight including vehicle oc- cupants and luggage/cargo should not ex- ceed the load limit or vehicle capacity weight indicated on the corresponding placard located on the driver’s door B-pil-...
Page 276: Cargo Tie-Down Rings
Warning! Always fasten items being carried as secure- ly as possible. In an accident, during hard braking or sud- den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause in- jury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle.
Page 277: Useful Features
Controls in detail Useful features Storage compartments Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a colli- sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle. Put lug- gage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs.
Page 278 Storage compartment in the rear cen- ter console Briefly press the top of the compart- ment. It extends automatically. Ruffled storage bags Ruffled storage bags are located on the back of the front seats. Controls in detail Useful features Warning! Do not place objects with a combined weight of more than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) into the ruffled storage bag.
Page 279: Cup Holders
Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an acci- dent.
Page 280 Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose during braking, vehi- cle maneuvers, or in an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior. Ob- jects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and/or serious per- sonal injury.
Page 281 Controls in detail Useful features Removing cup holder 1 Dual cup holder 2 Locking pins Move both locking pins 2 in direction of arrows. Take cup holder 1 out upward. Reinstalling cup holder 3 Locking pins Insert cup holder. Move both locking pins 3 in direction of arrows.
Page 282: Ashtrays
Ashtrays Center console ashtray Opening ashtray Briefly press the marking on the bot- tom of cover 1. The cover opens automatically. Removing ashtray insert Warning! Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still. Set the parking brake to se- cure vehicle from movement. Move gear se- lector lever to position N.
Page 283: Cigarette Lighter
Controls in detail Useful features Cigarette lighter Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
Page 284: Power Outlet
Power outlet The power outlet is located in the rear pas- senger compartment. Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Flip up cover and insert electrical plug (cigarette lighter type). The power outlet can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical ac- cessories (e.g.
Page 285: Floormats
Controls in detail Useful features Switching off Turn switch at the tip of stalk in direc- tion of arrow 2. The heated steering wheel is switched off. Indicator lamp 1 goes out. Indicator lamp 1 flashes or goes out in case of power surge or undervolt- in case of a steering wheel heating malfunction The steering wheel heating switches off...
Page 286: Telephone
The external antenna must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for informa- tion on the installation of an approved external antenna. Refer to the radio trans- mitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna.
Page 287: Tele Aid
Controls in detail Useful features Tele Aid The initial activation of the Tele Aid sys- tem may only be performed by com- pleting the subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call using button ¡. Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a system that is not activated.
Page 288 If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as ex- pected. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated automatical-...
Page 289 Controls in detail Useful features The Tele Aid system is available if it has been activated and is operation- al. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services, connection and cellular air time the relevant cellular phone network and GPS signals are available and pass the information on to the Response Center Location of the vehicle on a map is only...
Page 290 Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button •. Press and hold the button (for longer than 2 seconds). A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside As- sistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message...
Page 291 Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be estab- lished. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com and...
Page 292 Tele Aid system has detected a malfunction or the service is not cur- rently active, and may not initiate a call. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possible.
Page 293 In case you have locked your vehicle unin- tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the reserve SmartKey is not handy: Contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). You will be asked to provide your pass- word which you provided when you completed the subscriber agreement.
Page 294: Garage Door Opener
Report the incident to the police. The police will issue a numbered inci- dent report. Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center along with your password issued to you when you subscribed to the service. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s Tele...
Page 295 Controls in detail Useful features Interior rear view mirror with integrated re- mote control Indicator lamp 2 3 4 Signal transmitter button Needed for programming (not part of vehi- cle equipment): Hand-held remote control of ga- rage door opener, gate operator or other device Hand-held remote control but- Warning!
Page 296 Step 2: If you have previously programmed an signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. If you are programming the integrated remote control for the first time, press and hold the two outer signal transmit- ter buttons 2 and 4 and release them only when the indicator lamp 1 begins to flash after approximately...
Page 297 Controls in detail Useful features If the indicator lamp 1 stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the respective signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) is pressed and re- leased. If the indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly for about 2 seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with programming steps 8 through 12 as...
Page 298 Some garage door openers (or other rolling code equipped devices) may require you to press, hold for 2 seconds and release the same signal transmit- ter button a third time to complete the training process. Step 12: Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed signal trans- mitter button (2, 3 or 4).
Page 299 Controls in detail Useful features Upon completion of programming the integrated remote control, make sure you retain the hand-held remote con- trol that came with the garage door opener, gate operator or other device. You may need it for use in other vehi- cles, for future programming of an integrated remote control, or simply for continued use as a hand-held remote...
Page 300 If you should experi- ence further difficulties with program- ming the integrated remote control, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at...
Page 301 Controls in detail Useful features USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 302: Operation
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...
Page 303: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the “Operation” section you will find de- tailed information on operating, maintain- ing and caring for your vehicle. The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satis- fied you will be with its performance later Drive your vehicle during the first 1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but...
Page 304: Driving Instructions
Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance System. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly area.
Page 305: Power Assistance
Operation Driving instructions Power assistance Warning! The brake system requires electrical energy for operation. A malfunction in the vehicle’s power supply or electrical system may impair brake sys- tem operation and switch it into its emer- gency operation mode. In such a case, the red brake warning lamp ( page 376) and warning messages in the instrument cluster ( page 386) come on while driving.
Page 306 Have the brake system inspected by quali- fied technicians immediately. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 307: Driving Off
ESP switched off. Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Simultaneously depressing the acceler- ator pedal and applying the brake re- duces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear.
Page 308: Tires
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six...
Page 309: Tire Traction
If ice has formed on the road, tire traction will be substantially reduced. Under such weather conditions, drive, steer and brake with extreme caution. Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires ( page 358) with a minimum tread depth of approximately in (4 mm) on all four wheels for the winter season to make sure normal balanced handling characteristics.
Page 310: Winter Driving Instructions
E 320 CDI E 350, E 350 4MATIC E 500, E 500 4MATIC E 350 (Appearance Package*) Your vehicle is factory equipped with “H”-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 130 mph (210 km/h). An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
Page 311: Standing Water
Any such dam- age is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 312: Passenger Compartment
The trunk is the preferred place to carry ob- jects. Driving abroad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz Center directory, you should request pertinent information from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 313: Catalytic Converter (Gasoline Engine)
Operation Driving instructions Catalytic converter (Gasoline engine) Your vehicle is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial con- trol of the pollutants in the exhaust emis- sions. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our rec- ommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Maintenance Booklet.
Page 314: Emission Control
Mercedes-Benz Center authorized techni- cians. Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing re- quirements. For details refer to the Maintenance Booklet. Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health.
Page 315: Coolant Temperature
The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature over 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious en- gine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! Driving when your engine is badly over- heated can cause some fluids, which may have leaked into the engine com- partment, to catch fire.
Page 316: At The Gas Station
At the gas station Refueling Warning! Gasoline and diesel fuel are highly flamma- ble and poisonous. They burn violently and can cause serious injury. Whenever you are around gasoline or diesel fuel, avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extinguish all smok- ing materials.
Page 317 Operation At the gas station Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out – do not top up or over- fill. Warning! Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pres- sure in the system which could cause a gas discharge.
Page 318: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip
Diesel engine: The engine is more susceptible to wear and damage if you use marine diesel fuel heating oil If you use such non-approved fuels and/or special additives, your warranty rights will be limited. Low outside temperatures (Diesel engine) To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with better cold flow characteristics is offered in the winter months.
Page 319 Noti- fy an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For more information, see “Practical hints”...
Page 320: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Hood Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehi- cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. Opening 1 Hood release Pull lever 1 downwards. The hood is unlocked and handle 2 will extend out of the radiator grille.
Page 321: Engine Oil
Do not use any special lubricant addi- tives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on this subject is available at any Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 322 Checking engine oil level with the con- trol system (E 320 CDI, E 500, E 55 AMG) When checking the oil level the vehicle must be parked on level ground with the engine at operating tempera- ture, the vehicle must have been stationary for at least 5 minutes with the engine turned off with the engine not at operating tem-...
Page 323 Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter (gaso- line engine) not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For more information on messages in the multifunction display concerning engine oil, see the “Practical hints” section ( page 407).
Page 324 (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles), or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) will result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 325: Transmission Fluid Level
“Technical data” section ( page 484) and ( page 487). Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to be checked. If you notice transmission fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission.
Page 326: Coolant Level
Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine must be cool. The coolant expansion tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine compart- ment.
Page 327: Batteries
When replacing batteries, always use bat- teries approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about steps you need to observe.
Page 328: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System
Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment. 1 Washer fluid reservoir Fluid for the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. It has a capacity of: 4.8 US qt (4.5 l) in vehicles without headlamp cleaning system...
Page 329: Tires And Wheels
When replacing rims, only use Genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular rim type. Failure to do so can re- sult in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident.
Page 330: Tire Care And Maintenance
Tire care and maintenance Warning! Regularly check the tires for damage. Dam- aged tires can cause tire inflation pressure loss. As a result, you could lose control of your vehicle. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them.
Page 331 Operation Tires and wheels Tread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths under in (3 mm). Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approx- imately...
Page 332: Direction Of Rotation
Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advan- tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor- mance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified. An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation (spinning) of the tire.
Page 333 Operation Tires and wheels 1 Driver’s door B-pillar Following is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the two placards with regards to loading your vehi- cle. Tire and Loading Information Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit or vehicle capacity weight as indicated on the placard on the driver’s door B-pillar.
Page 334 The placard showing the load limit informa- tion is located on the driver’s door B-pillar. If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard (Example A), locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kilograms or XXX lbs.”...
Page 335 Operation Tires and wheels Placard (Example B) 1 Seating capacity Steps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.
Page 336 Example Combined Number of weight limit occupants of occu- (driver and pants and passengers) cargo from placard 1500 lbs 1500 lbs 1500 lbs The higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available. For more information, see “Trailer tongue load”...
Page 337 The tongue load typically is 10 percent of the trailer weight and every- thing loaded in it. Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. Mercedes-Benz does not recom- mend trailer towing with your vehicle.
Page 338: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
Recommended tire inflation pressure Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being over- heated. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation...
Page 339 Operation Tires and wheels Placard (Example B) 1 Vehicle Tire Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressures Placard (Example B) lists the recommend- ed cold tire inflation pressures for maxi- mum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment.
Page 340: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
Checking tire inflation pressure Regularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold. The tires can be considered cold if the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 341 Operation Tires and wheels The TPMS only functions on wheels that are equipped with the proper electronic sensors. It monitors the tire inflation pres- sure, as selected by the driver, in all four tires. A warning is issued to alert you to a decrease in pressure in one or more of the tires.
Page 342 TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of in- compatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Page 343 Operation Tires and wheels Reactivate the TPMS after adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the infla- tion pressure recommended for the vehicle operating condition. Tire pres- sure should only be adjusted on cold tires. Observe the recommended tire inflation pressure on the placard on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 332).
Page 344: Moextended System
Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tire inflation pressure Underinflated tires can: cause excessive and uneven tire wear adversely affect fuel economy lead to tire failure from being overheated adversely affect handling characteristics Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Page 345: Tire Labeling
Operation Tires and wheels Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire. Following are some explanations for the markings on your vehicle’s tires: 1 Uniform Quality Grading Standards ( page 351) 2 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( page 349)
Page 346 General: Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter preceding the tire size designation. No letter preceding the size designation (as illustrated above): Passenger car tire based on European design standards. Letter “P”...
Page 347 Operation Tires and wheels Warning! The tire load rating must always be at least half of the GAWR ( page 354) of your vehi- cle. Otherwise, tire failure may be the result which may cause an accident and/or seri- ous personal injury to you or others. Always replace rims and tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part.
Page 348 Summer tires Index Speed rating up to 100 mph (160 km/h) up to 106 mph (170 km/h) up to 112 mph (180 km/h) up to 118 mph (190 km/h) up to 130 mph (210 km/h) up to 149 mph (240 km/h) up to 168 mph (270 km/h) up to 186 mph (300 km/h) above 186 mph (300 km/h)
Page 349: Load Identification
Operation Tires and wheels All-season and winter tires Index Speed rating Q M+S up to 100 mph (160 km/h) T M+S up to 118 mph (190 km/h) H M+S up to 130 mph (210 km/h) V M+S up to 149 mph (240 km/h) or M+S for winter tires Not all M+S rated tires provide special...
Page 350: Dot, Tire Identification Number
DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) U.S. tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall of each tire produced. The TIN is a unique identifier which facili- tates efforts by tire manufactures to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and gives purchasers the means to easily identify...
Page 351: Maximum Tire Load
Operation Tires and wheels Tire type code The code 4 ( page 349) may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire. Date of manufacture The date of manufacture 5 ( page 349) identifies the week and year of manufac- ture.
Page 352: Maximum Tire Inflation Pressure
Maximum tire inflation pressure 1 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehi- cle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. This is the maximum permissible tire inflation pressure for the tire. Always follow the recommended tire inflation pressure ( page 337) for proper tire inflation.
Page 353 Operation Tires and wheels Quality grades can be found, where appli- cable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear Traction Temperature All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Page 354: Tire Ply Material
Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is estab- lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underin- flation, or excessive loading, either sepa- rately or in combination, can cause excessive heat build-up and possible tire failure.
Page 355 Operation Tires and wheels Another metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Page 356 Maximum tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions. Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the vehicle is designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms (150 lbs).
Page 357: Rotating Tires
Operation Tires and wheels Tire speed rating Part of tire designation; indicates the speed range for which a tire is approved. Traction Force exerted by the vehicle on the road via the tires. The amount of grip provided. Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road.
Page 358 Wheels could become loose if not tightened with a torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm). Only use Genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle’s rims. For information on wheel change, see the “Practical hints” section ( page 422) and ( page 441).
Page 359: Winter Driving
Operation Winter driving Before the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service includes: Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. Addition of cleaning concentrate to the water of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system.
Page 360: Block Heater* (Canada Only)
Follow the manufac- turer’s mounting instructions. Only use snow chains that are ap- proved by Mercedes-Benz. Your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location.
Page 361: Maintenance
Operation Maintenance We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet at the times called for by the maintenance service indi- cator display. Failure to have the vehicle maintained in...
Page 362 Service A exceeded by XXXXX Miles (Km) Service A exceeded by XXX Days Service A exceeded by X Day In addition, a signal sounds when the mes- sage appears. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed maintenance service.
Page 363: Calling Up The Maintenance Service Indicator Display
In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center, you can have the maintenance service indicator re- set. The automotive maintenance facility carrying out the maintenance service will...
Page 364 Operation Maintenance If the maintenance service indicator was inadvertently reset, have an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center correct it. Only reset if the proper maintenance service has been performed. Resetting the system without performing the proper service as called for by the...
Page 365: Vehicle Care
Post-production treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility of incompatibility between materials used in the production process and others ap- plied later.
Page 366 We have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology. You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved car-care products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the car-care products recommended here.
Page 367 Hand-wash Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Only use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a dif- fused jet of water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the ventilation intake.
Page 368 Vehicle care Headlamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham- poo, with plenty of water. Only use window cleaning solutions that are suitable for plastic lamp lens- es. Window cleaning solutions which are not suitable may damage the plas- tic lamp lenses of the headlamps.
Page 369 1 Distronic system sensor cover Switch off the ignition ( page 36). Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham- poo, with plenty of water and a non-scratching cloth to clean sensor cover 1. To prevent scratches or damage, never...
Page 370 Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades The windshield wipers must be in a ver- tical position before folding them away from the windshield. They could other- wise damage the hood. Never open the hood when the wiper arms are folded forward. Switch on the ignition ( page 36).
Page 371 To do so, please drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry. When applying Mercedes-Benz ap- proved Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care products, take care not to spray them on the brake disks.
Page 372 To prevent scratches, do not use scour- ing agents. Steering wheel and gear selector lever Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thor- oughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Carpets Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet and Fabric Care for cleaning the car- pets.
Page 373 Carefully dab nubuck leather uphol- stery with a dry microfiber cloth to re- move oil stains. Do not use Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care or any solvents to clean nubuck leather upholstery. Avoid hard scrubbing on nubuck leath- er upholstery.
Page 374: Practical Hints
Practical hints What to do if … Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Opening/closing in an emergency Resetting activated head restraints Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Bleeding the fuel system (Diesel engine only) Batteries Jump starting Towing the vehicle...
Page 375: What To Do If
Read and observe messages in the multifunction display ( page 386). Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions in- creases the risk of an accident.
Page 376 ( page 97). ® If the ESP cannot be switched back on, have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the acceler- ator.
Page 377 Release the parking brake. Observe the additional message in the multifunction display. Risk of accident! Do not drive any fur- ther. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Center. Under no circum- stances should you top up the brake fluid. This will not solve the problem.
Page 378 What to do if … Suggested solution Have the vehicle checked as soon as possi- ble by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. An on-board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics system. It allows the...
Page 379 The limp-home mode is canceled. You do not need to have your vehicle checked. Bleed the fuel system ( page 449). The limp-home mode is canceled. You do not need to have your vehicle checked. Have the fuel system checked by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 380 Have the cooling system checked. If the coolant temperature is below 257°F (125°C), you can continue driving to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Avoid high engine loads (e.g. driving uphill) and stop-and-go driving. Stop as soon as possible in a safe lo- cation and allow the engine and cool- ant to cool down.
Page 381 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Only vehicles with Distronic*: The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving. Only vehicles with Distronic*: The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving and you hear a warning chime sound. The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on while driving.
Page 382 Read and observe messages in the mul- tifunction display. Have the TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after few minutes driving.
Page 383 Practical hints What to do if … Warning! Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or the tire inflation pressure label.
Page 384 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an acci-...
Page 385: Lamp In Center Console
Possible cause/consequence The system is malfunctioning. Suggested solution Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display and follow cor- rective steps ( page 393).
Page 386 If the light remains out, have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the front passen- ger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 387: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display
Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property dam- age or personal injury. Warning!
Page 388 Switching on the ignition causes all in- strument cluster lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless acti- vated) as well as the multifunction dis- play to come on. Make sure the lamps and multifunction display are in work- ing order before starting your journey.
Page 389 Continue driving with added caution. Wheels will lock during hard braking, reduc- ing steering capability. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Wheels will lock during hard braking, reduc- ing steering capability.
Page 390 The Distronic* is malfunctioning or the display is malfunctioning. Practical hints What to do if … Have the cruise control or Distronic* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Try activating the Distronic* again later. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 391 Practical hints What to do if … Display Display message Distronic Currently unavailable See Operator’s Manual Warning! Distronic cannot take weather conditions into account. Switch off Distronic* or do not turn it on if the sensor is dirty or visibility is Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Distronic* is switched off if:...
Page 392 Practical hints What to do if … Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. ® Synchronize the ESP . With the vehicle sta- tionary, turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right to synchro- ®...
Page 393 R or D. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Place the gear selector lever in position P. Place the gear selector lever in position P or N.
Page 394 Display messages Possible cause/conse- quence Front passenger Front passenger front air bag is airbag activated while driving even activated though a child, small individual, See Operator’s Manual or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front passenger seat, or the front passenger seat is empty.
Page 395 75 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the sys- tem checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. out even after performing the above correc-...
Page 396 Display messages Possible cause/conse- quence Front passenger Front passenger front air bag is airbag deactivated while driving even deactivated though an adult or someone See Operator’s Manual larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat. Forces acting on the seat may make the system sense a decrease in weight.
Page 397 75 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the sys- tem checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. illuminated with an adult occupant on the...
Page 398 Possible solution Have the TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 399 Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an in- operative water pump which may re- sult in damage to the engine. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is intact: Drive immediately to the nearest au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Ad- just driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness.
Page 400 Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to do so. Adjust driv- ing to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Start the engine ( page 50). The electrical consumers will come back online as soon as on-board voltage is suf- ficient.
Page 401 Do not drive any further. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking the wheels with wheel chocks or other sizable objects.
Page 402 Possible solution Continue driving with added caution. Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Relieve the load on the brake system.
Page 403 Risk of accident! Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to do so and notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system.
Page 404 The coolant level is too low. Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Practical hints What to do if … Possible solution...
Page 405 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Possible solution Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 406 Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the en- gine will overheat due to an inoperative wa- ter pump which may result in damage to the engine. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is intact: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed.
Page 407 Continue driving with added caution. When the display is malfunctioning, warnings and malfunction messages might not be displayed. Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Close the doors.
Page 408 If you must add engine oil frequently, have the engine checked for possible leaks. The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 409 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display messages Engine oil level Stop, engine off Engine oil level Visit workshop Change engine oil Visit workshop Possible cause/consequence E 320 CDI, E 500, E 55 AMG only: There is no oil in the engine. There is a danger of engine damage.
Page 410 What to do if … Possible solution Have oil siphoned or drained off. Ob- serve all legal requirements with re- spect to its disposal. Have the measuring system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the engine oil and the cooling system checked.
Page 411 Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle. Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch if nec- essary. Take the SmartKey out of the vehicle. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 412 KEYLESS-GO* with you when leaving the vehicle. Remove the SmartKey from the start- er switch. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Refuel at the next gas station ( page 315). Check the fuel cap ( page 315).
Page 413 The active headlamps are malfunctioning. Another light is being used. The active headlamps have malfunc- tioned several times in succession. Possible solution Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 414 What to do if … Possible solution Halogen headlamp: Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Bi-Xenon* headlamp: Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 415 In the control system, set lamp opera- tion to manual mode ( page 170). Switch on headlamps using the exteri- or lamp switch. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Bi-Xenon* headlamp: Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 416 Practical hints What to do if … Possible solution Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Page 417 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display messages Please rectify tire pressure Tire pressure Caution, tire defect Tire pressure Check tires Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle.
Page 418 Practical hints What to do if … Possible solution Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Have the service memory checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Close the tilt/sliding sunroof* ( page 237) or tilt/sliding panel* ( page 241).
Page 419 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident,...
Page 420 Display symbol Display messages Function unavailable Ê Trunk open Washer fluid, please refill Possible cause/consequence This display appears if button t or s on the multifunction steering wheel is pressed and the vehicle is not equipped with a telephone. This message will appear whenever the trunk is open.
Page 421 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display messages Vehicle rising Vehicle rising Please wait briefly Stop, car too low Possible cause/consequence Your vehicle is adjusting to your level se- lection. The vehicle level is too low. The Airmatic* is malfunctioning. Possible solution Do not drive off.
Page 422 Possible solution Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). Have the vehicle checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). Have the vehicle checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 423: Where Will I Find
Practical hints Where will I find ...? First aid kit The first aid kit is in the storage compart- ment at the front edge of the front passen- ger seat. 1 Tab Pull tab 1 upward. Fold the covering forward. Remove the first aid kit.
Page 424: Luggage Box
Warning! The dimension of the Minispare wheel is dif- ferent from those of the road wheels. As a result, the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a spare wheel mounted. The spare wheel should only be used tempo- rarily, and replaced with a regular road wheel as quickly as possible.
Page 425: Vehicle Tool Kit
Practical hints Where will I find ...? Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is stored in the com- partment underneath the trunk floor ( page 422). The vehicle tool kit includes: One pair of universal pliers One towing eye bolt One wheel wrench One alignment bolt One fuse extractor...
Page 426 The vehicle jack is located in the storage compartment underneath the trunk floor ( page 422). Storage position Remove vehicle jack from its compartment. Turn crank handle in direction of arrow as far as it will go. Operational position Turn crank handle clockwise. Before storing the vehicle jack in its compartment: It should be fully collapsed.
Page 427: Unlocking/Locking In An Emergency
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*, open the driver’s door and the trunk using the mechanical key. Unlocking your vehicle with the me- chanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system.
Page 428: Locking The Vehicle
Unlocking the trunk A minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The handle is located above the rear li- cense plate recess. 1 Unlocking in an emergency 2 Handle Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid lock until it stops.
Page 429: Fuel Filler Flap Emergency Release
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Fuel filler flap emergency release In case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, you can open it manually. 1 Release knob Open the trunk. Remove right-side tail trim. Turn release knob 1 clockwise (ar- row).
Page 430: Opening/Closing In An Emergency
Opening/closing in an emergency Power tilt/sliding sunroof* or panora- ma roof with power tilt/sliding panel* You can open or close the tilt/sliding sun- roof or tilt/sliding panel manually should an electrical malfunction occur. The tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel drive is located behind cover 1 of the in- terior overhead light.
Page 431: Resetting Activated Head Restraints
For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You will find the reset tool for manually operating the head restraints in the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature pouch.
Page 432: Replacing Smartkey Batteries
When inserting the batteries, make sure they are clean and free of lint. When replacing batteries, always re- place both batteries. The required replacement batteries are available at any Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries SmartKey Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.
Page 433: Smartkey With Keyless-Go
Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries Pull battery compartment 3 ( page 431) out of the housing in di- rection of arrow. Remove the batteries 4 in direction of arrow. 4 Battery 5 Contact spring Using a lint-free cloth, insert new batteries 4 under the contact spring 5 with the positive terminal (+) side facing up.
Page 434: Replacing Bulbs
Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. See your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of...
Page 435 6 Front fog lamp HB4 (51 W) Vehicles with Bi-Xenon* headlamps: Low beam and high beam use the same D2S-35W lamp. Do not replace the Bi-Xenon bulbs yourself. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Rear lamps Lamp Type 7 High mounted brake...
Page 436 Always use a clean lint-free cloth when handling bulbs. Your hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. If the newly installed bulb does not light up, visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Practical hints Replacing bulbs Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following...
Page 437: Replacing Bulbs For Front Lamps
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for front lamps 1 Housing cover for low beam halogen or Bi-Xenon* headlamp Warning! Do not remove the cover 1 for the Bi-Xenon* headlamp. Because of high volt- age in Bi-Xenon* lamps, it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components.
Page 438 If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to func- tion, the entire turn signal unit must be re- placed. Have the turn signal unit replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Front side marker lamp bulbs Since replacing the side marker lamp bulbs...
Page 439: Replacing Bulbs For Rear Lamps
If the tail lamps are malfunctioning, have them exchanged at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. License plate lamp 1 Screw Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M ( page 141).
Page 440: Replacing Wiper Blades
Replacing wiper blades The windshield wipers must be in a ver- tical position before folding them away from the windshield. They could other- wise damage the hood. Removing wiper blades Warning! For safety reasons, switch off wipers and re- move SmartKey from starter switch (vehi- cles with KEYLESS-GO*: Make sure the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0) before replacing a wiper blade.
Page 441: Installing Wiper Blades
Make certain that the wiper blades are properly installed. Improperly installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 442: Flat Tire
When driving with spare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire pressure and do not ex- ceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel.
Page 443 Practical hints Flat tire Preparing the vehicle Prepare the vehicle as described ( page 441). Vehicles with Minispare wheel (except E 55 AMG): Take the Minispare wheel, wheel wrench and the jack out of the trunk ( page 422). Vehicles with collapsible tire (E 55 AMG only): Take the collapsible tire, wheel wrench, jack and electric air pump out of the...
Page 444 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (ap- proximately one full turn with wrench). The jack take-up brackets are located di- rectly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings. 1 Jack take-up bracket 2 Jack Place jack 2 on firm ground.
Page 445 Damaged wheel hub threads should be re- paired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tight- ened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
Page 446 Insert wheel bolts and tighten them slightly. Warning! Only use Genuine equipment Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose. Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the ve- hicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack.
Page 447 Practical hints Flat tire 1 Flap 2 On/off switch 3 Electrical plug 4 Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw 5 Union nut Open flap 1 on electric air pump. Pull out electrical plug 3 and air hose with pressure gauge 4. Remove the valve cap from the collapsible tire valve.
Page 448 Store the electrical plug 3 and the air hose 4 behind the flap 1 and place the electric air pump back in the desig- nated storage space underneath the trunk floor ( page 422). Lowering the vehicle Lower vehicle by turning crank coun- terclockwise until vehicle is resting ful- ly on its own weight.
Page 449: Moextended System
After driving in emergency mode, you must have the rims inspected by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to check if they are suitable for further use. The failed tire must be replaced in any case.
Page 450: Bleeding The Fuel System
If the engine still does not start even after this attempt, do not make any further at- tempts to start the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Practical hints Where the ú malfunction indicator lamp (USA only) or the ± malfunc-...
Page 451: Batteries
Practical hints Batteries Your vehicle is equipped with two batter- ies: Main battery (battery for starter and electrical consumers; located in the trunk) Auxiliary battery (back-up battery; sta- bilizes the electrical system if the main battery is discharged; located in the en- gine compartment) The main battery is in the trunk under the luggage box.
Page 452: Disconnecting The Battery
Have the battery checked regularly by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for main- tenance intervals or contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. Warning! Do not place metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit.
Page 453: Removing The Battery
Warning! Never charge a battery while still installed in the vehicle unless the accessory battery charge unit* approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charg- ing and cause explosions that may result in paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.
Page 454: Reconnecting The Battery
Reconnecting the battery Turn off all electrical consumers. Remove SmartKey from starter switch. Connect the positive lead and fasten its cover. Connect the negative lead. Never invert the terminal connections! Install the luggage box ( page 423). The following procedures must be car- ried out following any interruption of battery power (e.g.
Page 455: Jump Starting
(12-V). Jump start- ing with a more powerful battery could damage the vehicle’s electrical system, which will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Use only jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps. Always make sure the jumper cables...
Page 456 Warning! Keep flames or sparks away from battery. Do not smoke. Observe all safety instructions and precau- tions when handling automotive batteries ( page 326). The battery is located in the trunk under- neath the luggage box ( page 423). Only jump start the vehicle from the battery in the trunk.
Page 457 Remove the jumper cables first from negative terminals 2 and 4 and then from positive terminals 1 and 3. Now you can turn on the lights. Have the battery checked at the near- est authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Page 458: Towing The Vehicle
Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi- cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is pref- erable to other types of towing. Use flatbed or wheel lift/dolly equip- ment with SmartKey in starter switch turned to position 0.
Page 459 Practical hints Towing the vehicle To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the drivetrain, however, we recommend the drive shaft be discon- nected at the rear axle drive flange (ve- hicles with 4MATIC: disconnected at the front and rear axle drive flanges) for any towing beyond a short tow to a nearby garage.
Page 460 To signal turns while being towed with the hazard warning flasher in use, turn SmartKey in starter switch to position 2 and activate the combina- tion switch for the left or right turn sig- nal in the usual manner – only the selected turn signal will operate.
Page 461: Installing Towing Eye Bolt
Practical hints Towing the vehicle Installing towing eye bolt Front of vehicle 1 Cover on right side of front bumper To remove cover: Press mark on cover 1 in direction of arrow. Lift cover 1 off to reveal the threaded hole for towing eye bolt.
Page 462: Fuses
Fuse chart Spare fuses Fuse extractor Warning! Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question. Using other fuses may cause an overload leading to a fire, and/or cause damage to electrical components and/or systems.
Page 463: Compartment
Practical hints Fuses Main fuse box in passenger compartment The main fuse box is located behind a cov- er in the dashboard on the driver’s side. 1 Recess in the cover 2 Cover Do not use sharp objects such as a screw driver to open the fuse box cover 2 in the dashboard, as this could damage it.
Page 464 Closing cover (with turn catches) Install cover 1 ( page 462). Turn catches 2 ( page 462) clock- wise. Opening cover (without turn catches) Hold cover at recess, press cover slightly together to release tabs from behind trim panel and then pull off cov- Closing cover (without turn catches) Install cover with tabs on one side of trim panel, then press cover slightly to-...
Page 466: Technical Data
Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions and weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Page 467: Parts Service
The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle. All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts required for mainte- nance and repair work. In addition, strate- gically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
Page 468: Warranty Coverage
California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty Applicable to vehicles with gasoline engines only. Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories Warranties, copies of which are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Technical data...
Page 469: Identification Labels
Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label (includes Paintwork code) 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Example E 350 3 Vacuum line routing diagram label 4 Engine number (engraved on engine) 5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (lower edge of windshield) 6 Emission control information label, in- cludes both federal and California cer- tification exhaust emission standards When ordering parts, please specify ve-...
Page 470: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive
Layout of poly-V-belt drive E 350/E 350 4MATIC 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator (alternator) E 500/E 500 4MATIC 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Crankshaft...
Page 471: E 55 Amg
Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive E 55 AMG The E 55 AMG has two poly-V-belts (belt one shown in purple/belt two shown in black). 1 Idler pulley 2 Automatic belt tensioner 3 Power steering pump 4 Air conditioning compressor 5 Crankshaft 6 Coolant pump 7 Generator (alternator)
Page 472: Engine
Firing order Poly-V-belt The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. E 350 (211.056 E 350 4MATIC (211.087...
Page 473 Firing order Poly-V-belts The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. E 55 AMG (211.076 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.82 in (97.00 mm)
Page 474: Rims And Tires
ABS or ® . Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz can be identified by finding the following on the tire’s side- wall: MO = Mercedes-Benz Original equipment tires...
Page 475 Technical data Rims and tires Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A placard with the recommended tire inflation pres- sures is located on the driver’s door B-pillar. Some vehicles may have sup- plemental tire inflation pressure infor-...
Page 476: Same Size Tires
Same size tires 16’’ tires E320 CDI Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 16 H2 Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) Summer tires All-season tires 225/55 R16 95H M+S 1, 2 Winter tires Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment. Technical data Rims and tires...
Page 477 Technical data Rims and tires 17’’ tires E 350 E 350 4MATIC E 500 4MATIC Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm) Summer tires All-season tires 245/45 R17 95H M+S Winter tires 245/45 R17 99V XL (Extra Load) M+S. 245/45 R17 99V XL (Extra Load) M+S. Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment.
Page 478 18’’ tires E 55 AMG Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 18 EH2 Wheel offset 1.18 in (30 mm) Summer tires All-season tires 2, 3 Winter tires 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S. Not available in Canada. Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment.
Page 479: Mixed Size Tires
Technical data Rims and tires Mixed size tires Front axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires Radial-ply tires Must not be used with snow chains. E 350 (Sport Package*) E 500 (Sport Package*) E 55 AMG 8 J x 18 EH2 1.18 in (30 mm)
Page 480: Moextended Tires
MOExtended tires* Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires All-season tires 1,2,3 Winter tires Radial-ply tires Must be used in conjunction with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (U.S. vehicles) only. Not available as factory equipment. E 350 E 350 (Appearance Package*) E 350 4MATIC E 500 E 500 4MATIC...
Page 481: Spare Wheel
Technical data Rims and tires Spare wheel Please compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yel- low label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the spare wheel tire to...
Page 482: Electrical System
Electrical system Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery (auxiliary) Battery (main) Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery (auxiliary) Battery (main) E 350, E 350 4MATIC E 500, E 500 4MATIC 14 V/150 A 14 V/150 A 14 V/1.7 kW 14 V/1.7 kW 12 V/12 Ah...
Page 483: Main Dimensions And Weights
Technical data Main dimensions and weights Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle height Overall vehicle height (Airmatic DC*) (optional on E 320 CDI/E 350; standard on E 500/E 55 AMG) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear...
Page 484: Weights
Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle height Overall vehicle height (Airmatic DC*) (optional on E 350; standard on E 500) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear Weights Max. roof load 220 lbs (100 kg) Max.
Page 485: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc
6.9 US qt (6.5 l) 0.63 US qt (0.6 l) Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser- vice Products Pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Approved engine oils MB Automatic Transmission Fluid Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90...
Page 486 Model Rear axle E 350 E 350 4MATIC E 320 CDI E 500 E 500 4MATIC E 55 AMG Transfer case E 350 4MATIC E 500 4MATIC Power steering Front wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system E 320 CDI E 350 E 350 4MATIC E 500 E 500 4MATIC...
Page 487 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Model Fuel tank including a reserve of all except E 55 AMG including a reserve of E 55 AMG Air conditioning system Windshield washer Windshield washer and head- lamp cleaning system Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available pre- mixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point.
Page 488: Engine Oils
For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to the Factory Ap- proved Service Products pamphlet, or con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Using engine oils and oil filters of spec- ification other than those expressly re- quired for the Maintenance System (U.S.
Page 489: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (Gasoline Engine)
Gasoline additives (Gasoline engine) A major concern among engine manufac- turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso- line. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build-up of carbon depos- its. After an extended period of using fuels...
Page 490: Fuel Requirements
Mercedes-Benz vehicles listed in the Fac- tory Approved Service Products pamphlet are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 491: Coolants
The replacement interval published in the Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze solu- tion or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification (see Factory Approved Service Products pam- phlet) are used to renew the coolant con- centration or bring it back up to the proper level.
Page 492 7.3 US qt (6.9 l) 5.9 US qt (5.5 l) 6.6 US qt (6.2 l) 7.7 US qt (7.3 l) Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.
Page 493: Windshield And Headlamp Washer System
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Windshield and headlamp washer system Both the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied from the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of approximately: 7.4 US qt. (7.0 l) in vehicles with a headlamp cleaning system* or heated reservoir 4.8 US qt.
Page 494: Technical Terms
Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low beam and high beam. Technical terms (Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service cen- ter which can help you with any ques- tions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a break- down.
Page 495 Technical terms COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data Sys- tem) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and navi- gation system, as well as other optional equipment (CD changer, telephone, etc.). Control system The control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings.
Page 496 FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) (Flexible Service System PLUS) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. FSS evaluates en- gine temperature, oil level, vehicle speed, engine speed, distance driven and the time elapsed since your last service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the...
Page 497 Engine speeds within the red marking on the tachometer dial. Avoid this en- gine speed range, as it may result in se- rious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Parktronic (Parking assist)* System which uses visual and acoustic signals to assist the driver during park- ing maneuvers.
Page 498 Power train Collective term designating all compo- nents used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, includ- ing: Engine Clutch/torque converter Transmission Transfer case* Drive shaft Axle shafts/axles Production options weight ( page 355) Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automatic transmis- sion between standard operation S and operation C.
Page 499 Technical terms Tele Aid System (Telematic Alarm Identification on De- mand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man- ual emergency, roadside assistance and information. Tele Aid is initially ac- tivated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an acquain- tance call.
Page 500 (Vehicle Identification Number) The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the body to uniquely identify each vehicle produced. Voice control system* Voice control system for car phones, portable cell phones and audio sys- tems (radio, CD, etc.). Technical terms...
Page 502: Index
ABS 92, 493 Indicator lamp 374 Messages in display Accelerator position Automatic transmission 186 Accessory weight 353 Accident 59 Active head restraints 77 Air bags 67 Children 68 Front, Driver 71 Front, Passenger 71 Safety guidelines 70 Side impact 72 Window curtain 72 Air conditioning refrigerant 487 Air conditioning system see Climate con-...
Page 503 Index Gear shifting malfunctions 196 Kickdown 186 Kickdown, Manual shift program E 55 AMG 195 Manual (One-touch) gearshifting 190 Manual shift program E 55 AMG 193 Shift program mode selector switch 189 Shift program mode selector switch, Manual shift program E 55 AMG 193 Starting engine 50 Steering wheel gearshift control...
Page 504 Center console Lower part 28 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 384 Upper part 27 Centigrate see Temperature display mode Central locking Automatic 129, 174 Locking/unlocking from inside 129 Central locking switch 129 Certification label 468 Checking Oil level 320 Children in the vehicle 78 Air bags 68 Blocking of rear window operation 89...
Page 505 Index Coolant Anticorrosion/antifreeze mixing ratio and quantity 491 Capacities 485 Checking coolant level 325 Messages in display 403, 404, 405 Temperature 314 Temperature indicator 151 Warning lamp 379 Cruise control 243, 494 Message in display 389 Cup holders 278 Cleaning 370 Curb weight 354 Customer Assistance Center see CAC Date display, setting 169, 170...
Page 506 Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour features 134 Massage function 135 Driving Abroad 311 Hydroplaning 307 In winter 309 Instructions 47, 303 Problems 58 Safety systems 92 Through standing water 310 With Distronic* 257 Driving safety systems 4MATIC 100 ABS 92 BAS 94 Electrohydraulic brake system 97 ®...
Page 507 Index Engine Belt layout 469 Block heater* (Canada only) 359 Cleaning 366 Compartment 319 Malfunction indicator lamp 377, 378, Maximum engine speed 471 Message in the display 377, 378, Number 468, 494 Starting 50 Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 51 Starting with the SmartKey 51 Tachometer 25 Technical data 471 Turning off with KEYLESS-GO* 62...
Page 508 Front passenger front air bag Messages in display 384 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 72, 85 Front seat head restraints see Head re- straints FSS (Canada vehicles) 360 Fuel 303, 316 Additives 488 Capacities, Fuel tank 486 Diesel fuel 316, 486, 489 Filling the tank 315 Fuel filler flap and cap 315...
Page 509 Index Head restraints 131 Folding back 132 Front seat, Adjusting 42 Rear seat, Removing and installing Removing and installing 132 Headlamp cleaning system* 197 Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, Exterior lamps Headlamps Automatic headlamp mode 142 Bi-Xenon* Cleaning lenses 367 Cleaning system* 197 Halogen 436 High beam see High beam flasher...
Page 510 Key, Mechanical 426 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp 106 Changing batteries 431 Factory setting 108 Locking/unlocking 34 Locking/unlocking, Global setting 108 Locking/unlocking, Selective setting 108 Loss of 110 Messages in display 411 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof* or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* 234 Opening and closing the...
Page 511 Index Fuel reserve 25, 378, 380 High beam headlamps 25 Instrument cluster 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 379, 380, 381, 383 Low beam headlamps 25 Maintenance service indicator 360 Seat belt telltale 25 Seat belts 378, 380 SRS 67 Turn signals 25 Language, Setting 166 LATCH-type child seat anchors see Chil- dren in the vehicle...
Page 512 Multifunction display 153, 496 Changing settings see Control system menus and Control system sub- menus Selecting language 166 Multifunction display messages 388 Batteries 389, 398, 399 Brake fluid 402 Brake lamps 412 Brake pads 400 Check engine 377, 378 Coolant 403, 404, 405 Cruise control 389 Distronic* 389 Door 406...
Page 513 Index Overspeed range, engine 496 Oxidation catalyst 312 Paintwork, Cleaning 365 Panic alarm 91 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* 239 Messages in display 417 Opening/closing 240 Opening/closing in an emergency 429 Stopping 241 Synchronizing 242 Panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel Cleaning 370 Parcel net Front passenger footwell 278...
Page 514 Problems While driving 58 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Production options weight 355 Program mode selector switch 497 Automatic transmission 189 Manual shift program E 55 AMG, auto- matic transmission 193 PSI 355 PULSE function (Massage function) see Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour features Radio Selecting stations 159...
Page 515 Index Satellite radio* 160 Seat belt force limiter 76 Seat belts 73 Children in the vehicle Cleaning 371 Fastening 47 Height adjustment 49 Message in display 417 Proper use of 49, 75 Safety guidelines 70 Telltale 25, 380 Warning lamp 380 Seating capacity 333 Seats 40, 131 Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour...
Page 516 Starting difficulties, Engine 52 Starting, Engine 50 Steering column 43 Steering wheel 42 Buttons 26 Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshifting E 55 AMG Automatic transmission 191 Steering wheel, Cleaning 371 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 293 Storage compartments 30 Center console 276 Cup holder 279 Glove box 276 Parcel net in front passenger footwell...
Page 517 Index Temperature Display mode Interior temperature 207, 221 Setting display unit Tether attachment points, see Cihildren in the vehicle Tie-down rings, Trunk 275 Tightening torque 447, 498 Time 169, 170 Setting minutes 169 TIN 355 Tire and Loading Information Placard 332 Tire and Loading Terminology 353 Tire inflation pressure Checking...
Page 518 Trunk Cargo area Closing the lid 121 Fuse box 462 Lamp 149 Lock button, KEYLESS-GO* 117 Message in display 419 Opening 110, 120 Tie-down rings 275 Trunk lid emergency release 127 Unlocking in an emergency 427 Valet locking 128 Turn signal lamps Cleaning lenses 367 Messages in display 415 Replacing bulbs 437...
Page 519 Index Voice control system* 499 Warning lamps see Lamps, Indicator and warning Warning sounds Distance warning function* 256 Distronic* 250 Parking brake 54 Parktronic system* 267 Seat belt telltale 73 Warranty coverage 467 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washer reservoir level 492 Washing the vehicle 364 Wear pattern, Tires 357 Weights, Vehicle 483...
Page 520 If you have any questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Mercedes-Benz 2006 E 320 CDI Operator's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

At a Glance

At a Glance

Getting Started

Safety and Security

Controls in Detail

Set Daytime Running Lamp Mode

Set Date (Year)

Operation

Practical Hints

Technical Data

Technical Terms

Index

Quick Links

Chapters

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