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Mercedes-Benz 2007 E 320 BLUETEC Operator's Manual

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Order No. 6515 1186 13 Part No. 211 584 08 97 USA Edition B 2007
Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG
215x70 mm einfügen
Bild in der Größe
Operator's Manual
E-Class Sedan

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  • Page 1 Order No. 6515 1186 13 Part No. 211 584 08 97 USA Edition B 2007 Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG Bild in der Größe 215x70 mm einfügen Operator’s Manual E-Class Sedan...
  • Page 2 E 320 BLUETEC E 350 E 350 4MATIC E 550 E 550 4MATIC E 63 AMG...
  • Page 3 Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen-...

  • 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 ... 67 Occupant safety... 68 Air bags ... 70 Occupant Classification System (USA only) ... 75 BabySmart air bag deactivation system (Canada only) ... 81 Seat belts ... 82 Preventive occupant safety ® (PRE-SAFE ) ... 86 Active head restraints ...
  • Page 6 Instrument cluster ... 148 Adjusting instrument cluster illumination ... 148 Coolant temperature indicator ... 149 Trip odometer ... 149 Tachometer... 149 Outside temperature indicator ... 150 Control system ... 151 Multifunction display... 151 Multifunction steering wheel... 152 Menus ... 154 Standard display menu ...
  • Page 7 Contents Power windows... 237 Opening and closing the windows 237 Synchronizing power windows ... 239 Summer opening feature... 239 Convenience closing feature ... 240 Power tilt/sliding sunroof ... 242 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof ... 242 Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding sunroof ...
  • Page 8 At the gas station ... 321 Refueling ... 321 Check regularly and before a long trip... 323 Engine compartment ... 325 Hood ... 325 Engine oil ... 327 Transmission fluid level... 329 Coolant level ... 330 Battery ... 331 Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*...
  • Page 9 Contents Replacing bulbs ... 443 Bulbs ... 443 Replacing bulbs for front lamps... 446 Replacing bulbs for rear lamps... 448 Replacing wiper blades ... 450 Placing wiper arms in vertical position ... 450 Removing wiper blades ... 451 Installing wiper blades... 451 Flat tire ...

  • 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

    Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its au- thorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or mal-...

  • 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: 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. BabySmart is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp. ® 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.

  • Page 17: Operating Safety

    Electronic malfunctions could seri- ously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to elec- tronic 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 Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Storage compartments Door control panel...

  • Page 23: Exterior View

    At a glance Exterior view...
  • Page 24 Item Page 1 Trunk Unlocking Opening and closing 120, Spare wheel Vehicle tool kit 2 Rear lamps 3 Rear window, defrosting 4 Fuel filler flap Gasoline 5 Doors Locking and unlocking Opening and closing Item Page 6 Towing eye bolt General information 7 Rims and tires Checking tire inflation...

  • Page 25: Cockpit

    At a glance Cockpit...
  • Page 26 Item Page 1 Combination switch Turn signals Windshield wipers High beam 2 Cruise control lever Cruise control Distronic* 3 Instrument cluster 4 Multifunction steering wheel 5 Horn 6 Lever for Voice Control System*, see separate operating instructions Item Page 7 Front Parktronic* warning indicator 8 Dual-zone automatic climate control...

  • Page 27: Instrument Cluster

    At a glance Instrument cluster...
  • Page 28 Item Page 1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp 2 v 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 29: Important Notice For California Multifunction Steering Wheel

    At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item Page 1 Multifunction display 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 to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming...

  • Page 30: Retail Buyers And Lessees Of Center Console

    Center console Upper part Item Page 1 Seat heating*, driver’s side 2 Rear window sunshade switch* 3 Rear seat head restraints switch, folding down 4 Hazard warning flasher switch 5 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 6 Central unlocking switch 7 Electronic Stability Program ®...

  • Page 31: 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 Only available on E 550, E 550 4MATIC and E 63 AMG.

  • Page 32: 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 Right reading lamp on/off 5 Tilt/sliding sunroof or 242, tilt/sliding panel* 6 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button 7 Rear view mirror At a glance Overhead control panel Item...

  • Page 33: Storage Compartments

    At a glance Storage compartments...
  • Page 34 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 Item Page 9 Retaining hooks...

  • Page 35: Operating Your Vehicle Outside Door Control Panel

    At a glance Door control panel Item Page 1 Inside 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 36: Getting Started

    Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

  • Page 37: Unlocking

    Getting started Unlocking The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic functions. First-time Mercedes-Benz own- ers should pay special attention to the in- formation given here. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail”...

  • Page 38: Unlocking With Keyless-Go

    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- serting the SmartKey in the starter switch. Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you, and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 39 Getting started Unlocking SmartKey Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey 1 Power supply for some electrical con- sumers, such as seat adjustment 2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position. All lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp in- dicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instru- ment cluster come on.
  • Page 40 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is inside the vehicle, pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button on the gear selector le- ver corresponds to turning the SmartKey to the various starter switch positions. If you firmly depress the brake pedal dur- ing pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the engine starts automatically.
  • Page 41 Getting started Unlocking Ignition (or position 2) Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice. This supplies power for all electrical consumers. All lamps in the instrument cluster (except low beam headlamp in- dicator lamp, high beam headlamp indi- cator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) come on.

  • Page 42: Adjusting

    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 43 Warning! Canada only: Children 12 years old and un- der must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart system in-...
  • Page 44 Seat adjustment The seat adjustment switches are located on the front doors. 1 Seat fore and aft adjustment 2 Backrest tilt 3 Seat height 4 Seat cushion tilt 5 Head restraint height Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Open the respective door. The memory function ( page 134) lets you store the settings for the seat position together with the settings for the steering wheel and the...
  • Page 45 Getting started Adjusting Head restraint adjusting Manually adjust the head restraint. Push or pull on the upper edge of the head restraint cushion to the desired position. Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possible. Comfort head restraint* adjusting 1 Head restraint side adjustment 2 Head restraint fore and aft adjustment...

  • Page 46: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driv- ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driv- ing could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. 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 47 Getting started Adjusting Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows for easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is in its uppermost position. The easy-entry/exit feature can be activat- ed or deactivated in the Convenience sub- menu of the control system ( page 178).

  • Page 48: Mirrors

    Warning! Let the system complete the adjustment procedure before setting the vehicle in mo- tion. All steering wheel adjustment must be completed before setting the vehicle in mo- tion. Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could cause the driver to lose con- trol of the vehicle.
  • Page 49 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located on the driver’s door. 1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Adjustment button 3 Passenger-side exterior rear view mir- ror button Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Press button 1 for the driver’s side ex- terior rear view mirror or button 3 for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror.

  • Page 50: Driving

    Getting started Driving Warning! Canada only: Children 12 years old and un- der must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart system in- stalled in the vehicle to deactivate the front passenger front air bag when it is properly installed.
  • Page 51 Getting started Driving A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Warning! Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available.
  • Page 52 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 seat belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be re- placed. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 53: 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 (CO), and inhaling it can cause un- consciousness and possible death. Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated.
  • Page 54 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 38). 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 55 Get a jump start ( page 464). 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 56: Parking Brake

    Parking brake Warning! Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehi- cle’s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged.

  • Page 57: Switching On Headlamps

    Getting started Driving If you hear a warning signal and the mes- Release parking brake sage appears in the multifunction display when driving off, you have forgotten to release the parking brake. Release the parking brake ( page 62). After a cold start, the automatic transmis- sion shifts at a higher engine revolution.

  • Page 58: 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 headlamps and the high beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster come on ( page 142).

  • Page 59: Windshield Wipers

    U or V, set the combination switch to the next high- er wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Switching on/off windshield wipers Turn the combination switch to the de- sired position depending on the inten- sity of the rain.
  • Page 60 Intermittent wiping Only switch on intermittent wiping under wet weather conditions or in the presence of precipitation. Do not leave windshield wipers in intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Windshield wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield, and windshield wipers may be damaged as a re- sult.

  • Page 61: Problems While Driving

    (gasoline engine only). Give very little gas. Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The coolant temperature is above 248°F (120°C) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.

  • Page 62: Parking And Locking

    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. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve- hicle.

  • Page 63: Parking Brake

    Getting started Parking and locking Parking brake Warning! Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehi- cle’s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged.

  • Page 64: Switching Off Headlamps

    Warning! Getting out of your vehicle with the gear se- lector lever not fully engaged in position P is dangerous. Also, when parked on an incline, position P alone may not prevent your vehi- cle from moving, possibly hitting people or objects.

  • Page 65: 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. Locking Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors.
  • Page 66 Exit the vehicle and close all doors and the trunk. If you hear a warning signal you have forgot- ten to switch off the headlamps before opening the driver’s door. In addition the message Switch off lights appears in the multifunction display. Switch off the headlamps.

  • Page 68: Safety And Security

    Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems...

  • Page 69: Occupant Safety

    Safety and Security Occupant safety In this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint sys- tems of the vehicle. The restraint systems are Seat belts ( page 82) Child restraints ( page 89) Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) ( page 94) Additional protection is provided by Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
  • Page 70 Mercedes-Benz Center. Safety and Security Occupant safety 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.

  • Page 71: Air Bags

    If you have any prob- lems, please contact 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 72 Canada only: Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the vehicle to deacti- vate the front passenger front air bag when it is properly installed.
  • Page 73 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 74 Occupant safety 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 side impact air bags. Contact your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availabil- ity.
  • Page 75 Safety and Security Occupant safety Front air bags 1 Driver front air bag 2 Front passenger front air bag Driver and front passenger front air bags are deployed: in the event of certain frontal impacts if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold independently of the side impact air bags...

  • Page 76: Occupant Classification System (Usa Only)

    Side impact air bags, window curtain air bags 1 Side impact air bags 2 Window curtain air bag The side impact air bags 1 and window curtain air bags 2 are deployed: on the impacted side of the vehicle in impacts exceeding a preset deploy- ment threshold independently of the front air bags In addition, the window curtain air bags 2...
  • Page 77 If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used.
  • Page 78 When the OCS senses that the front passen- ger seat occupant is classified as being heavier than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child seated in a standard child restraint or as being a small individual (such as a young teenager or a small adult), the 75 indicator lamp will illu- minate for approximately 6 seconds when the engine is started and then, depending on...
  • Page 79 Safety and Security Occupant safety Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following im- portant information when circumstances re- quire you to place a child in the front passenger seat: Your vehicle is equipped with air bag technology designed to turn off the front passenger front air bag in your vehicle when the system senses the weight of a...
  • Page 80 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 lb (2 kg) into the ruffled storage bag on the back of the front passenger seat.
  • Page 81 Warning! If the 75 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 82: Babysmart Tm Air Bag Deactivation

    (Canada only) 1 75 indicator lamp Special BabySmart compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system, are required for use with the BabySmart air bag deactiva- tion system. Please contact your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on availability. With the special child seat properly installed, the front pas- senger front air bag will not deploy.

  • Page 83: Seat Belts

    Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! When using a BabySmart compatible child seat on the front passenger seat, the front passenger front air bag will not deploy only if the 75 indicator lamp re- mains illuminated. Please be sure to check the indicator every time you use the special system child seat.
  • Page 84 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 85 Safety and Security Occupant safety 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.
  • Page 86 Pregnant women should also always use a lap-shoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pres- sure on the abdomen. Never place your feet on the instrument panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.

  • Page 87: Preventive Occupant Safety

    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 seat belts when they are in normal use.

  • Page 88: Active Head Restraints

    In such cases, the following systems are automatically activated: The front seat belts are pre-tensioned electrically. If the vehicle is in a severe skid or is spinning, the door windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof close until a small gap remains. If the closing procedure of the tilt/sliding sunroof or door window is blocked, the tilt/slid- ing sunroof or door window will stop and open...

  • Page 89: Children In The Vehicle

    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 90 Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight. The child restraint system’s metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned on these parts. If children open a door, they could injure other persons get out of the vehicle and injure them- selves or be injured by following traffic.
  • Page 91 Warning! Canada only: Children 12 years old and un- der must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart system in-...
  • Page 92 A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be serious- ly injured or even killed if the front pas- senger front air bag inflates in a collision which could occur under some circum- stances, even with the air bag technolo- gy installed in your vehicle.
  • Page 93 Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt. A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child...
  • Page 94 Make sure the tether strap is not twist- 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring Securely fasten the hook 2, which is part of the tether strap, to the anchor- age ring 3. For safety, make sure the hook 2 has at- tached to the anchorage ring 3 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated.
  • Page 95 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 412). Once the top tether anchorage hook is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured.

  • Page 96: Blocking Of Rear Door Window Operation

    Warning! Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Posi- tion shoulder belt across chest and shoul- der, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper seat belt posi- tioning for children over 41 lb until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.

  • Page 97: Panic Alarm

    Safety and Security Panic alarm An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate briefly. 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 interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference re- ceived, including interference that may...

  • Page 98: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: ABS (Antilock Brake System) Adaptive Brake BAS (Brake Assist System) EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) ® (Electronic Stability Program) 4MATIC (Four Wheel Electronic Traction System) Warning! The following factors increase the risk of accidents:...
  • Page 99 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation.

  • Page 100: Bas

    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 101: Ebp

    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. The Electronic Brake Proportioning (EBP) enhances braking effectiveness by allow-...

  • Page 102: Driving Safety Systems

    Warning! ® Never switch off the ESP when you see the ® warning lamp v flashing in the in- strument cluster. In this case proceed as fol- lows: While driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the accelera- tor.
  • Page 103 Safety and Security Driving safety systems ® Switching off the ESP ® Switching off the ESP (except E 63 AMG) 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 104 Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an ex- ® tended 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 off the ESP (E 63 AMG only) Warning! ®...
  • Page 105 Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an ex- ® tended 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 ®...

  • Page 106: Four Wheel Electronic Traction System (4Matic) With The Esp

    Do not tow with one axle raised. Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Performance testing must only be conduct- ed on a two-axle dynamometer.

  • Page 107: 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). Anti-theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been armed, a...
  • Page 108 Arming the alarm system The indicator lamp located in the central locking switch in the center console. 1 Indicator lamp Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*. The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the alarm system is armed.

  • Page 110: 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 4-zone automatic climate control Power windows Power tilt/sliding sunroof Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Driving systems Loading Useful features...

  • Page 111: 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 112: Locking And Unlocking

    ( page 437). Use the mechanical key to lock the driver’s door ( page 437) and the trunk ( page 126). Have the vehicle battery checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 113 When unlocking or locking the vehicle with the SmartKey an acoustic signal sounds. The acoustic signal is activated at the factory. If you wish to deactivate the feature, or adjust its signal volume, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Global unlocking Press button Œ.

  • Page 114: Smartkey With Keyless-Go

    Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds un- til battery check lamp 5 ( page 110) flashes twice. The SmartKey will then function as fol- lows: Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap Press button Œ once. All turn signal lamps flash once.
  • Page 115 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO 1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Opening button for trunk ( page 121) 3 Mechanical key locking tab 4 Œ Unlock button 5 Battery check lamp 6  Panic button ( page 96) To prevent possible malfunction, avoid ex- posing the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO to high levels of electromagnetic radiation.
  • Page 116 ( page 126). Have the vehicle battery checked by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is malfunc- tioning, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey ( page 110).
  • Page 117 The acoustic signal is activated at the factory. If you wish to deactivate the feature, or adjust its signal volume, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Global unlocking Pull an outside door handle. All turn signal lamps flash once.
  • Page 118 Global locking Press lock button on an outside door handle ( page 65). With the trunk and all doors closed: All turn signal lamps flash three times. An acoustic signal sounds three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.
  • Page 119 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global locking Press lock button on an outside door handle ( page 65). With the trunk and all doors closed: All turn signal lamps flash three times. An acoustic signal sounds three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down.

  • Page 120: Checking Batteries In The Smartkey Or Smartkey With Keyless-Go

    SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO or the me- chanical key 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. Controls in detail Locking and unlocking...

  • Page 121: Opening The Trunk

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking If the vehicle has previously been locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: Press button Œ or ‹ on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*.
  • Page 122 Opening the trunk from the outside 1 Trunk lid handle Press and hold button Š on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* until trunk unlocks and begins to open. Pull on handle 1. In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*: The vehicle must be unlocked. If the trunk does not open, it is still locked separately ( page 126).

  • Page 123: Closing The Trunk

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the en- gine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, such as blocked visibility, ex- haust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. These fumes are damaging to your health.
  • Page 124 Closing trunk from the inside automatically* 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, press or pull the door mounted remote trunk open- ing/closing* switch.
  • Page 125 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking press the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing* switch ( page 125) pull the trunk lid handle Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle, the remote trunk opening/closing* switch can be operated.

  • Page 126: Trunk Emergency Release

    Closing trunk and locking vehicle from 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. 1 KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch Make sure you have the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you.

  • Page 127: Valet Locking

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Illumination of the emergency release but- ton: The button will flash for 30 minutes af- ter opening the trunk. The button will flash for 60 minutes af- ter closing the trunk. The emergency release button does not open the trunk, if the vehicle battery is dis- charged or disconnected.

  • Page 128: Automatic Central Locking

    Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2 to lock the trunk. The trunk remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally unlocked. You can only cancel the separate trunk lock- ing mode by means of the mechanical key. Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock.
  • Page 129 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Central locking switch 1 Unlocking 2 Locking You can open a locked door from inside at any time. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. If the vehicle was previously centrally locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO*, it will not unlock using the central locking switch.

  • Page 130: 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 possible. For information on head restraint adjust- ment, see “Seat adjustment”...
  • Page 131 Controls in detail Seats Folding head restraints back with switch in the center console The rear seat head restraints can be folded backward for increased visibility. 1 Head restraint release switch Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Press the symbol-side on switch 1 to release the head restraints.

  • Page 132: Lumbar Support

    Installing rear seat head restraints When installing the head restraints, make sure that: you place the correct head restraint on the middle seat. It is marked with the letter “M” on the outside of the metal bars. the head restraints engage fully. Lumbar support The curvature of the front seats can be ad- justed to help enhance lower back support...

  • Page 133: Seat Heating

    Controls in detail Seats Move the backrest support cushion to the bottom by using button 3 or to the center by using button 2. Backrest side bolsters Adjust the side bolsters so that they provide good lateral support using switch 1. If, after a period of time, the seat no longer provides the desired contour, then repeat the ad- justment procedure.

  • Page 134: Seat Ventilation

    Switching seat heating on Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Press switch 1. Three red indicator lamps on the switch come on. Continue pressing switch 1 until de- sired seat heating level is reached. Switching seat heating off Press switch 1 repeatedly until all in- dicator lamps go out.

  • Page 135: 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 136: Storing Positions Into Memory

    Memory button 1, 2, 3 Memory position button Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Open the respective door. Storing positions into memory Adjust the seats, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the de- sired position ( page 41). Press memory button M.

  • Page 137: 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 138: Lighting

    Relevant information can be obtained at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicles equipped with active Bi-Xenon* headlamps: The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor your...
  • Page 139 Controls in detail Lighting If you hear a warning signal you have forgot- ten to switch off the headlamps before opening the driver’s door. In addition the message Switch off lights appears in the multifunction display. Switch off the headlamps. Manual headlamp mode The low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the...
  • Page 140 Daytime running lamp mode Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M or U. When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps are automatically switched on. In low ambient light conditions, the fol- lowing lamps will switch on additional- Tail and parking lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps...
  • Page 141 Controls in detail Lighting USA only: By default, the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated. Activate the daytime run- ning lamp mode using the control system, see “Setting daytime running lamp mode (USA only)” ( page 173). With the daytime running lamp mode activat- ed and the exterior lamp switch in position M, you cannot switch on the high beam headlamps.

  • Page 142: Combination Switch

    Front fog lamps Switch on the low beam headlamps B ( page 137). Pull out the exterior lamp switch to first stop. The front fog lamps switch on. The green indicator lamp ‡ in the exterior lamp switch comes on ( page 137).

  • Page 143: Corner-Illuminating Front Fog Lamps

    Controls in detail Lighting High beam Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B ( page 137). Push the combination switch in direc- tion of arrow 1 to switch on the high beam. The high beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster comes on ( page 26).
  • Page 144 The corner-illuminating front fog lamps tem- porarily come on on both sides of the vehicle if you turn the steering wheel in one direction and then again in the other direction shortly thereaf- ter. The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will come on automatically depending on the steer- ing angle, even if you did not switch on either turn signal.

  • Page 145: 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 146: Interior Lighting In The Front

    Interior lighting in the front The controls are located in the overhead control panel. 1 Left front reading lamp on/off 2 Automatic control on/off 3 Rear interior lighting on/off 4 Right front reading lamp on/off 5 Front interior lighting on/off 6 Interior lighting 7 Ambient lighting 8 Front reading lamps...

  • Page 147: Interior Lighting In The Rear

    Controls in detail Lighting Manual control Switching front/rear interior lighting on and off Press front/rear interior lighting switch 5 or 3 ( page 145) to switch on the desired interior light. Press front/rear interior lighting switch 5 or 3 again to switch off the respective interior light.

  • Page 148: Door Entry Lamps

    Rear reading lamps Press rear reading lamp switch 1 or 6 to switch on the re- spective rear reading lamp. Press rear reading lamp switch 1 or 6 again to switch off the respective rear reading lamp. Ambient lighting Press ambient lighting switch 3 or 7 repeatedly until ambient lighting 4 has reached the desired intensity.

  • Page 149: Instrument Cluster

    Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Adjusting instrument cluster illumina- tion Use the reset button 1 to adjust the illu- mination brightness for the instrument cluster.

  • Page 150: Coolant Temperature Indicator

    The engine should not be operated with the cool- ant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248°F (120°C).

  • Page 151: Outside Temperature Indicator

    Controls in detail Instrument cluster Outside temperature indicator Warning! The outside temperature indicator is not de- signed to serve as an ice-warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freez- ing point do not guarantee that the road sur- face is free of ice.

  • Page 152: 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 For example, you can use the control sys- tem to find out when your vehicle is next...

  • Page 153: 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 151) are controlled by the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. 1 Multifunction display Operating the control system 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button...
  • Page 154 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 155: 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 156 Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Standard display ( page 157) ( page 157) Digital speedometer Engine oil temperature Calling up maintenance Vehicle supply voltage system display RACETIMER Overall analysis Lap analysis AMG vehicles only. Menu 3 Menu 4 AUDIO NAV* ( page 161)
  • Page 157 Controls in detail Control system Menu 6 Menu 7 Vehicle status mes- Settings sage memory ( page 164) ( page 166) Calling up vehicle mal- Resetting to factory set- function, warning and tings system status messages Instrument cluster sub- stored in memory menu Time/Date submenu Lighting submenu...

  • Page 158: 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 Display digital speedometer Press button k or j repeatedly until the digital speedometer appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 159 Controls in detail Control system Vehicle supply voltage Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears. Press button j repeatedly until you see the vehicle supply voltage. 1 Gear indicator 2 Vehicle supply voltage RACETIMER Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use on roads and in conditions where high speed driving is permitted.
  • Page 160 Displaying intermediate time Press button ç while the timer is running. The intermediate time is shown for 5 seconds. Stopping the RACETIMER Press button æ. The timer stops. When you stop the vehicle and turn the Smartkey to position 1 ( page 38) or, in vehi- cles with KEYLESS-GO*, turn off the engine and do not open the driver’s door, the RACETIMER stops timing.
  • Page 161 Controls in detail Control system Resetting current lap Press button æ while the timer is running. The timer stops. Press button ç. The lap time is reset to “0”. Deleting all laps It is not possible to delete a single saved lap. Press button æ...

  • Page 162: Audio Menu

    AUDIO menu The functions in the AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on. If no audio equipment is currently turned on, the message AUDIO off appears in the multifunction display. The following functions are available: Function Page Selecting radio station...
  • Page 163 Additional optional satellite radio equipment and a subscription to satellite radio service pro- vider 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 164: Nav* Menu

    Level of information displayed will vary de- pending on the information contained on the MP3-CD insert in the single CD player of the COMAND system. To select a MP3-CD from the CD changer maga- zine, press a number on the COMAND system key pad located in the center console.

  • Page 165: Vehicle Status Message Memory Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Distronic deactivated When Distronic is deactivated, you will see the standard display in the multifunction display. 1 Vehicle ahead, if detected 2 Actual distance to vehicle ahead 3 Preset distance threshold to vehicle ahead 4 Your vehicle 5 Symbol for activated distance warning function Distronic activated...
  • Page 166 Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages ( page 396). Press button è or ÿ repeatedly...

  • Page 167: Settings Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Settings menu In the Settings menu there are two func- tions: The function To reset: Press reset button for 3 seconds , with which you can reset all the settings to the original factory settings. A collection of submenus with which you can make individual settings for your vehicle.
  • Page 168 Submenus in the Settings menu Press button j. In the multifunction display you see the collection of the submenus. Press button ç. The selection marker moves to the next submenu. The submenus are arranged by hierarchy. Scroll down with button ç, scroll up with button æ.
  • Page 169 Controls in detail Control system 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 ( page 169) ( page 171) Selecting speedometer display Synchronizing the time mode...
  • Page 170 Instrument cluster submenu Access the Instr. cluster submenu via Settings menu. Use the Instr. clus- submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Selecting speedometer display mode Selecting language Selecting display (speed display or outside temperature) for sta- tus line display Selecting display (speed display...
  • Page 171 Controls in detail Control system Available languages: German English French Italian Spanish Dutch Danish Swedish Portuguese Turkish Russian Russian is available for Canada vehicles only. Selecting display (speed display or out- side temperature) for status line display Move the selection marker with button æ...
  • Page 172 Time/Date submenu Access the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date sub- menu to change the time and date display settings. The following functions are avail- able: Function Page Synchronizing the time Setting the time (hours) Setting the time (minutes) Setting the date (month) Setting the date (day) Setting the date (year)
  • Page 173 Controls in detail Control system Setting the 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 Time, minute(s) Press R to confirm...
  • Page 174 Setting the 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 175 Controls in detail Control system With daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch in position M or U, the low beam headlamps are switched on when the en- gine is running. In low ambient light conditions the follow- ing lamps will switch on additionally: Parking lamps Tail lamps...
  • Page 176 Setting ambient lighting Use this function to adjust the brightness of the ambient lighting. Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Ambient light lev- appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting.
  • Page 177 Controls in detail Control system You can temporarily deactivate the de- layed shut-off feature: Before exiting the vehicle, turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0. Then turn it to position 2 and back to position 0. The delayed shut-off feature is deacti- vated.
  • Page 178 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Automatic door locking appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. Press button æ or ç to switch Automatic door locking On Setting station selection mode Use the Audio search function to select...
  • Page 179 Controls in detail Control system Convenience submenu Access the Convenience submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Convenience sub- menu to change the settings for a number of convenience features. The following functions are available: Function Page Activating easy-entry/exit fea- ture Setting parking position for exte- rior rear view mirror...

  • Page 180: Trip Computer Menu

    Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror Depending on production date, your vehi- cle may not be equipped with this function. Use the Mirror adjust. parking aid function to select whether the passenger- side exterior rear view mirror should be turned downward during parking maneu- vers when reverse gear R is engaged.
  • Page 181 Controls in detail Control system Fuel consumption statistics since start Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the trip computer menu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message From start appears in the multifunction display. 1 Distance driven since start 2 Time elapsed since start 3 Average speed since start...

  • Page 182: Tel* Menu

    Distance to empty Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the trip computer menu. Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Range: appears in the multifunction display. The calculated remaining driving range based on the current fuel tank level ap- pears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 183 Controls in detail Control system If the telephone is on: The telephone will then search for a network. During this time the multi- function display is empty. As soon as the telephone has found a network, READY appears in the multi- function display.
  • Page 184 Press button j or k. The control system reads the phone book which is stored in the telephone. This may take several minutes. In the multifunction display you will see the message Please wait When the message Please wait disap- pears, the phone book has been load- Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the...

  • Page 185: Automatic Transmission

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission For more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Automatic transmission” ( page 52). 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 186: Shifting Procedure

    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 drive position D, you can influence transmission shifting by:...

  • Page 187: Gear Selector Lever Positions

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear selector lever positions The current gear selector lever position appears in the multifunction display. 1 Current gear selector lever position Effect ì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked. Place gear selector lever in park position P only when vehicle is stopped.
  • Page 188 Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with gear selector lever in neutral position 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 park position P is dangerous.

  • Page 189: Driving Tips

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Driving tips Accelerator position Your driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior: Less throttle Earlier upshifting More throttle Later upshifting Kickdown Use kickdown when you want maximum acceleration. Press the accelerator past the point of resistance.

  • Page 190: Gear Ranges

    Gear ranges With the gear selector lever in drive position D and driving in program mode C or S ( page 190), you can select a gear range for the automatic transmission to operate within. Gear selector lever ( page 191): You can limit the gear range by pressing the gear selector lever to the left (D-), and reverse the gear range limit by pressing...

  • Page 191: Automatic Shift Program

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Automatic shift program The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console. Program mode selector switch C Comfort For comfort driving S Sport For standard driving Program mode selector switch (E 63 AMG only) M Manual For manual gear shifting...

  • Page 192: Gear Selector Lever One-Touch Gearshifting

    This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The following instructions describe opera- tion of the gear selector lever when driving in the automatic program mode C or S.

  • Page 193: Steering Wheel Gearshift Control One-Touch Gearshifting

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Extending gear range Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction. The transmission will shift to the next higher gear as permitted by the shift program. This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the transmis- sion.
  • Page 194 This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Gearshift paddles (example illustration E 63 AMG) 1 Left shift paddle: limiting gear range or...

  • Page 195: Manual Shift Program E 63 Amg

    Shift into reverse gear R or park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. 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.
  • Page 196 ( page 26). Otherwise the engine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction.
  • Page 197 Controls in detail Automatic transmission If you have selected the AMG menu in the control system and you are driving in the manual program mode M, upshift indicator 2 in the multifunction display advises you to upshift before the engine reaches the overspeed range.

  • Page 198: Emergency Operation (Limp-Home Mode)

    Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting. Restart the engine. Move the gear selector lever to position D (for second gear) or position R. Have the transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Controls in detail Automatic transmission...

  • Page 199: Good Visibility

    Controls in detail Good visibility For information on windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” ( page 58). Headlamp cleaning system* The button is located on the left side of the dashboard. 1 Headlamp cleaning button Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Press button 1.
  • Page 200 Warning! The auto-dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at the sensors 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 201 Controls in detail Good visibility Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position Follow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so that the passen- ger-side exterior rear view mirror will be turned downward to the stored position. The buttons are located on the driver’s door.

  • Page 202: Sun Visors

    Sun visors The sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving. Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others. Swing sun visor 1 down when you ex- perience glare.

  • Page 203: Rear Window Sunshade

    Controls in detail Good visibility Rear window sunshade* The switch is located in the center console. 1 Rear window sunshade switch Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Always raise the sunshade fully for its sup- port against the window frame. Press switch 1 briefly to raise the sun- shade.

  • Page 204: Rear Window Defroster

    Rear window defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear. The defroster is automatically deactivated after approximately 6 to 17 minutes of operation depending on the outside temperature.

  • Page 205: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

    Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control (only available on E 320 BLUETEC, E 350, E 350 4MATIC)
  • Page 206 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 2 Left center air vent, adjustable 3 Cockpit air vent, fixed (Canada only) 4 Right center air vent, adjustable 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 6 Right side defroster air vent, fixed 7 Right side air vent, adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control...
  • Page 207 Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control USA only 1 Temperature control, driver’s side 2 Front defroster 3 Increasing air volume 4 Display 5 Air distribution 6 Rear window defroster 7 Temperature control, passenger side 8 MAX COOL on/off 9 AC cooling on/off a Climate control on/off b Decreasing air volume c Air recirculation...
  • Page 208 Canada only 1 Temperature control, driver’s side 2 Front defroster 3 Increasing air volume 4 Display 5 Air distribution 6 Rear window defroster 7 Temperature control, passenger side 8 Residual heat/ventilation 9 AC cooling on/off a Climate control on/off Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control b Decreasing air volume c Air recirculation...
  • Page 209 Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control 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 210: Deactivating The Climate Control System

    Deactivating the climate control system Warning! When the climate control is switched off, the outside air supply and circulation are also switched off. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others.

  • Page 211: Setting The Temperature

    Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control Deactivating Press button ˜ or Q ( page 206) or ( page 207). AUTO indicator for air volume in the display 4 ( page 206) or ( page 207) goes out. The automatic function for air volume is switched off, and air volume is controlled according to the desired setting.

  • Page 212: Adjusting Air Distribution

    Adjusting air distribution Use air distribution control rocker switch 5 ( page 206) or ( page 207) to adjust the air distribution. The following symbols are located in the display 4 ( page 206) or ( page 207): Symbol Function Directs air into the entire vehicle interior Directs air to the windshield,...

  • Page 213: Adjusting Air Volume

    Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control Closing the cockpit air vent (Canada only) and the center air vents Turn thumbwheels 1 and 5 ( page 204) downward. The cockpit air vent 3 and the center air vents 2 and 4 are closed. Opening the side air vents Turn thumbwheels 8 and a ( page 204) upward.
  • Page 214 Activating Press button 0 or P ( page 206) or ( page 207). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air conditioning switches automatically to the following func- tions: cooling on to dehumidify maximum blowing and heating power (depends on cooling temperature) air flows onto the windshield and the front side windows...

  • Page 215: Maximum Cooling Max Cool (Usa Only)

    Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control Maximum cooling MAX COOL (USA only) You can use this setting to provide the fast- est possible cooling of the vehicle interior (when windows and tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel* are closed). Activating Press button 8 ( page 206).
  • Page 216 Activating Briefly press button , ( page 206) or ( page 207). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air recirculation mode is activated auto- matically at high outside temperatures. The indicator lamp on button , is not lit when the air recirculation mode is automatically switched on.
  • Page 217 Controls in detail Dual-zone automatic climate control Vehicles with panorama roof*: When using the air recirculation mode with convenience closing feature, should the up- ward movement of a window be blocked by some obstruction including but not limited to arms, hands, fingers, etc., the automatic reversal feature will not operate.

  • Page 218: Air Conditioning

    Vehicles with panorama roof* Convenience closing: Press and hold button , ( page 206) or ( page 207) until the windows and the tilt/sliding panel are closed or have reached the desired po- sition. The indicator lamp on the button comes on.

  • Page 219: Residual Heat And Ventilation (Canada Only)

    The compressor has turned it- self off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 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.

  • Page 220: 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 206) or ( page 207). The temperature at the center air vents 1 and 2 for the rear passenger compartment is nearly the same as at the dashboard center air vents.

  • Page 221: 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control

    Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control (only available on E 550, E 550 4MATIC, E 63 AMG)
  • Page 222 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 2 Left center air vent, adjustable 3 Cockpit air vent, fixed (Canada only) 4 Right center air vent, adjustable 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 6 Right side defroster air vent, fixed 7 Right side air vent, adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control...
  • Page 223 Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control USA only 1 Air distribution, driver’s side 2 Front defroster 3 Temperature rocker switch, driver’s side 4 Display 5 Temperature rocker switch, passenger side 6 Rear window defroster 7 Air distribution, passenger side 8 Air distribution and air volume, passenger side (automatic, manual) 9 AC cooling on/off...
  • Page 224 Canada only 1 Air distribution, driver’s side 2 Front defroster 3 Temperature rocker switch, driver’s side 4 Display 5 Temperature rocker switch, passenger side 6 Rear window defroster 7 Air distribution, passenger side 8 Air distribution and air volume, passenger side (automatic, manual) 9 AC cooling on/off a Rear air-conditioning remote control b Increasing air volume...
  • Page 225 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 226: 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 234) is deactivated. Warning! Follow the recommended settings for heat- ing and cooling given on the following pag-...

  • Page 227: 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 222) or ( page 223) again. The previous settings are once again in effect. To switch the system on, you can also press another button, with the exception of 1 (USA only) ( page 222) or F and T (Canada only) ( page 223).

  • Page 228: Setting The Temperature

    Deactivating Press button ˜ or Q ( page 222) or ( page 223). indicator in the display 4 AUTO ( page 222) or ( page 223) goes out. The automatic function for air vol- ume is switched off, and air volume is controlled according to the desired set- ting.

  • Page 229: Adjusting Air Distribution

    Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control Adjusting air distribution Use the air distribution controls 1 and 7 ( page 222) or ( page 223) 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 cockpit...

  • Page 230: Adjusting Air Volume

    Adjusting air volume Use buttons U ( page 222) or ( page 223) for automatic mode or air volume buttons ˜ or Q ( page 222) or ( page 223) to adjust air volume manually. Nine blower speeds are available. Press button ˜...

  • Page 231: Maximum Cooling Max Cool (Usa Only)

    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 58). If the automatic mode of the climate con- trol is switched off: Turn air distribution controls 1 and 7 to a or Y ( page 222) or ( page 223).

  • Page 232: Air Recirculation Mode

    Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside (e.g. before driving through a tunnel). This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment. Warning! Fogged windows impair visibility, endanger- ing you and others.
  • Page 233 Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control Air recirculation mode with conve- nience closing or opening feature Warning! Never operate the windows and tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel* if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure. In the event that the procedure causes po- tential danger, the closing of the windows can be immediately halted by pressing or...

  • Page 234: Air Conditioning

    Vehicles with panorama roof* Convenience closing: Press and hold button , ( page 222) or ( page 223) until the windows and the tilt/sliding panel are closed or have reached the desired po- sition. The indicator lamp on the button comes on.

  • Page 235: Residual Heat And Ventilation (Canada Only)

    The compressor has turned it- self off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 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.

  • Page 236: Rear Climate Control

    Activating Switch off the ignition. Press button T ( page 223). in the display 4 ( page 223) REST comes on. Deactivating Press button T ( page 223) again. in the display 4 ( page 223) REST goes out. The residual heat is automatically turned off: when the ignition is switched on after about 30 minutes if the battery voltage drops...
  • Page 237 Controls in detail 4-zone automatic climate control You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments, preferably starting at 72°F (22°C). The adjusted tem- perature appears in the display 5. The rear climate control will adjust to the set temperature as fast as possible.

  • Page 238: Power Windows

    Power windows Opening and closing the windows The windows are opened and closed elec- trically. The switches for all of the windows are on the driver’s door. The switches for the respective windows are on the front passenger door and the rear doors. 1 Left front window 2 Right front window 3 Right rear window...
  • Page 239 Controls in detail Power windows Operating the windows from the rear is not possible if you activate the override switch ( page 95). With the SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or removed from the starter switch, the windows can be operated: until you open the driver’s or front passen- ger’s door for at least 5 minutes...

  • Page 240: Synchronizing Power Windows

    Synchronizing power windows The power windows must be synchronized after the battery has been disconnect- if the power windows cannot be fully opened (Express-open) or closed (Express-close) Synchronizing Close all doors. Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Pull switch 1 to 4 until the windows are completely closed.

  • Page 241: Convenience Closing Feature

    Controls in detail Power windows Vehicles with panorama roof* If roller sunblinds are closed: Œ Press and hold button until the windows and the roller sunblinds begin to open after approximately 1 second. With the windows and roller sunblinds fully opened, press and hold button Œ...
  • Page 242 Warning! When closing the windows and the tilt/slid- ing sunroof or tilt/sliding panel*, make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. If potential danger exists, proceed as fol- lows: Release button ‹ to stop the closing procedure.

  • Page 243: 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 244 If water enters the vehicle interior, vehi- cle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When the tilt/sliding sunroof is open, reso- nance noises may result in addition to the usual wind noises.

  • Page 245: 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 sunroof is blocked during the Express-close procedure, the tilt/sliding sunroof will stop and reopen slightly. Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding sunroof The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchro-...

  • Page 246: 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 247: 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 248 If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not cov- ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When the tilt/sliding panel is open, reso- nance noises may result in addition to the usual wind noises.

  • Page 249: Synchronizing The Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel

    Controls in detail Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel To open, close, raise, or lower the tilt/sliding panel, move the roof panel switch to resistance point in the re- quired direction of arrows 1 to 4. Release the roof panel switch when the tilt/sliding panel has reached the de- sired position.

  • Page 250: 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 the BAS, ABS, and...
  • Page 251 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 252 The cruise control switches off automatical- ly if you step on the brake pedal you depress the parking brake pedal In this case the segments in the multifunc- tion display ( page 255) go out and no warning sounds the vehicle speed is below 20 mph (30 km/h) ®...

  • Page 253: Distronic

    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 1 ( page 250). Slower Briefly tip the cruise control lever in di- rection of arrow 2 ( page 250). Setting to last stored speed (“Resume”...
  • Page 254 It is the driver’s responsibility at all times to be attentive to road, traffic and weather con- ditions and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle. Warning! Distronic is a convenience system, its speed adjustment reduction capability is intended to make cruise control more effective and usable when traffic speeds vary.
  • Page 255 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! Use of Distronic can be dangerous on slip- pery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control. Distronic does not act upon adverse sight distance conditions. Do not use Distronic during conditions of fog and heavy rain, snow or sleet.
  • Page 256 In these situations, Distronic will continue to maintain the set speed unless deactivated. Distronic is designed and intended only to maintain a set speed and keep a set dis- tance from moving objects in front of it. Warning! The “Resume” function should only be oper- ated if the driver is fully aware of the previ- ously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed.
  • Page 257 Controls in detail Driving systems Immediately brake the vehicle to avoid a collision. Under no circumstances should the driver await the intermittent warning sound before braking. See the follow- ing warning note. The intermittent warning sound ceases and the red distance warning lamp l goes out when the neces- sary distance to the vehicle ahead is again established.
  • Page 258 Distronic menu in the control system In the Distronic menu you can read the cur- rent settings for Distronic. What appears in the multifunction display depends on whether Distronic and the distance warn- ing function are turned on or off. Press button è...
  • Page 259 Controls in detail Driving systems Cruise control lever The Distronic system is operated by means of the cruise control lever. The cruise control lever is the uppermost lever on the left-hand side of the steering column. 1 Set current or higher speed 2 Set current or lower speed 3 Deactivate Distronic 4 Resume at last set speed...
  • Page 260 Setting a higher speed Briefly tip the cruise control lever in di- rection of arrow 1 ( page 258) to in- crease vehicle speed in increments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). The new speed is set. The stored speed is displayed in the multifunction display for approximately 5 seconds ( page 257), and one or two segments around the stored speed...
  • Page 261 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) Warning! The speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions per- mit. Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to the pre- set speed could cause an accident and/or serious injury to you and others.
  • Page 262 Setting the following distance in Distronic You can set the specified following dis- tance for Distronic by varying the time set- ting between 1.0 and 2.0 seconds. Using this time setting and the current speed of your vehicle, Distronic calculates and sets the required following distance to the vehi- cle ahead.
  • Page 263 Controls in detail Driving systems When pressing the brake pedal, the warn- ing sound ceases. The warning sound will also cease when the distance to the vehi- cle ahead is sufficient again without apply- ing the brakes. In this case, the distance warning lamp will also go out.
  • Page 264 Distronic regulates only the distance be- tween your vehicle and those directly ahead of it, but does not register stationary objects in the road, e.g.: a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam a disabled vehicle an oncoming vehicle The driver must always be on the alert, ob- serve all traffic and intercede as required by steering or braking the vehicle.
  • Page 265 Controls in detail Driving systems Offset driving A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by Distronic. There will be insuffi- cient distance to the vehicle ahead. Lane changing Distronic has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes.

  • Page 266: Airmatic Dc (Dual Control) (Only Available On E 550, E 550 4Matic, E 63 Amg)

    Airmatic DC (Dual Control) (only available on E 550, E 550 4MATIC, E 63 AMG) Airmatic automatically selects the opti- mum suspension tuning and ride height for your vehicle. The Airmatic consists of two components: Adaptive Damping System (ADS) Vehicle level control The ADS automatically selects the opti- mum damping for the respective driving conditions.
  • Page 267 Controls in detail Driving systems Vehicle level control Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to increase vehicle safety reduce fuel consumption The following vehicle chassis ride heights can be selected: Normal Raised The vehicle chassis ride height is raised or lowered according to the selected level setting and to the vehicle speed: At a speed exceeding approximately...
  • Page 268 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 Raised Lamp on...
  • Page 269 Controls in detail Driving systems The button is located in the lower section of the center console. 1 Vehicle level control button 2 Indicator lamp Start the engine ( page 52). 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 270: Parktronic System (Parking Assist)

    Parktronic system (Parking assist)* Warning! Parktronic is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always rests with the driver. Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes (e.g.
  • Page 271 Controls in detail Driving systems 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 at- tention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors (e.g.
  • Page 272 Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the driver the rel- ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle. The warning indicator for the front area is located above the center air vents in the dashboard. The warning indi- cator for the rear area is integrated in the rear trim.
  • Page 273 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 274: Loading

    Loading Roof rack* Warning! Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow the manufacturer’s installation in- structions. Otherwise, an improperly at- tached roof rack system or its load could become detached from the vehicle.

  • Page 275: Ski Bag* (Canada Only)

    Controls in detail Loading Ski bag* (Canada only) Unfolding and loading 1 Cover 2 Catch Fold rear armrest down. Pull catches 2 in direction of arrows. Open the cover 1 downwards in direc- tion of the arrow. 1 Ski bag Pull ski bag 1 into passenger com- partment and unfold.
  • Page 276 From trunk, slide skis into ski bag. Warning! The ski bag is designed for up to four pairs of skis. Do not load the ski bag with other objects. Always fasten the ski bag securely. In an ac- cident, an unfastened ski bag can cause in- jury to vehicle occupants.

  • Page 277: Split Rear Bench Seat

    Close ski bag compartment cover. Removal of ski bag For removal of the ski bag, we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk open while the ski bag is removed. Deadly carbon mon- oxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior, resulting in unconsciousness and death.
  • Page 278 Folding the backrest forward You must always release the seat cushion and fold it up before folding the seat backrests forward. The upholstery on the seat backrest may otherwise be damaged. 1 Release handle If tall persons have occupied the driver’s and front passenger seats, it may be necessary to move these seats forward slightly in order to fold the rear seat backrests forward.
  • Page 279 Controls in detail Loading Returning seat backrest to original po- sition 1 Seat cushion 2 Seat backrest Swing seat backrest 2 to the rear until it engages. Swing seat cushion 1 to the rear and press the center front of the cushion until it audibly engages.

  • Page 280: Expanding The Cargo Area

    Expanding the cargo area* Removing the rear seat cushions will pro- vide you with a larger, flat cargo area. Fold the seat cushions and the back- rests forward ( page 277). Remove the head restraints ( page 130). Fold the backrest into the vertical posi- tion.

  • Page 281: Cargo Tie-Down Rings

    Controls in detail Loading The handling characteristics of a fully load- ed vehicle depend greatly on the load dis- tribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustra- tions shown, with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle. Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.

  • Page 282: Retaining Hooks

    Rear seat There is a cargo tie-down ring 1 located on each side of the footwell under the rear seat. Retaining hooks Depending on vehicle production date one or two hooks are located on the upper edge of the trunk and can be used to attach cargo items such as bags.

  • Page 283: 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 284 Storage compartment in the rear arm- rest Press the handle upwards and fold the rear armrest lid up. Ruffled storage bags Ruffled storage bags are located on the back of the front seats. Controls in detail Useful features Warning! USA only: Do not place objects with a com- bined weight of more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) into the ruffled storage bag.

  • Page 285: 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 286 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 287 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 dual cup holder 1 out upward. Reinstalling cup holder 3 Locking pins Insert cup holder. Move both locking pins 3 in direction of arrows.

  • Page 288: Ashtrays

    Ashtrays Center console ashtray 1 Cover 2 Sliding button 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.

  • Page 289: Cigarette Lighter

    Controls in detail Useful features Removing ashtray insert Push sliding button 1 ( page 287) and remove insert 2 ( page 287) up- wards from ashtray frame. Reinstalling ashtray insert Install insert 2 ( page 287) by push- ing it back into ashtray frame until it en- gages again.

  • Page 290: Power Outlet

    The lighter socket can be used to accommo- date 12 V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum of 85 W) designed for use with the standard “cigarette lighter” plug type. Keep in mind, however, that connecting accessories to the lighter socket (for example extensive con- necting and disconnecting, or using plugs that do not fit properly) can damage the lighter socket.

  • Page 291: Floormats

    Controls in detail Useful features Switching on Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Turn switch at the tip of stalk in direc- tion of arrow 1 ( page 289). The steering wheel is heated. Indicator lamp 3 ( page 289) comes on. The steering wheel heating is temporarily suspended while indicator lamp 3 ( page 289) remains on when...

  • Page 292: 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 293 These mobile phone cradles can be ob- tained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. The functions and services available to you while using the mobile phone depend on your service provider and the type of mobile phone you are using.
  • Page 294 Push the top of the mobile phone in di- rection of arrow 1, until the lug on the mobile phone release button engages. The mobile phone is connected to the network via the external antenna. The mobile phone is linked to the hands-free device and the multifunc- tion steering wheel.

  • Page 295: Tele Aid

    Controls in detail Useful features Installing a different mobile phone cradle Example illustration 1 Contact plate 2 Recesses 3 Mobile phone cradle Insert mobile phone cradle 3 into recesses 2 of contact plate 1. Push mobile phone cradle 3 forward until it engages.
  • Page 296 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. Controls in detail Useful features...
  • Page 297 Controls in detail Useful features A voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon af- ter the emergency call has been initiated. The Response Center will attempt to deter- mine more precisely the nature of the emergency provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle.
  • Page 298 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 299 Controls in detail Useful features The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as labor and/or towing, charges may ap- ply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance man- ual for more information.
  • Page 300 (in red) at any time, the Tele Aid system has detected a malfunction or the service is not currently 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 possi- ble.
  • Page 301 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 302: 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 303 Controls in detail Useful features Warning! Before programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator, make sure people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent po- tential harm or damage. When programming a garage door opener, the door moves up or down.
  • Page 304 Step 3: Hold the end of hand-held remote control 5 of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in (5 to 12 cm) away from the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) to be programmed, while keeping the indica- tor lamp 1 in view.
  • Page 305 Controls in detail Useful features Step 9: Press the “training” button on the ga- rage door opener motor head unit. The “training light” is activated. You have 30 seconds to initiate the follow- ing two steps. Step 10: Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for 2 seconds and release the pro- grammed signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4).
  • Page 306 Upon completion of programming the inte- grated remote control, make sure you retain the hand-held remote control that came with the ga- rage door opener, gate operator or other device. You may need it for use in other vehicles, for fu- ture programming of an integrated remote con- trol, or simply for continued use as a hand-held remote control to operate the respective device...
  • Page 307 If you should experience further difficulties with programming the integrated remote control, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen- ter (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

  • Page 308: 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 309: 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 310: 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 311: Power Assistance

    Operation Driving instructions Power assistance Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve- hicle.
  • Page 312 All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only install brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Operation Driving instructions Warning! If other than recommended brake pads are...

  • Page 313: Driving Off

    ® period with the 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 accelerator pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and...

  • Page 314: Parking

    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 315: Hydroplaning

    Operation Driving instructions The treadwear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread. Warning! Although the applicable federal motor vehi- cle safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the treadwear indicators (TWI) be- come visible at approximately (1.6 mm), we recommend that you do not al- low your tires to wear down to that level.

  • Page 316: Tire Speed Rating

    Exercise ap- propriate caution. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed.

  • Page 317: Winter Driving Instructions

    Driving instructions If you are uncertain about the correct read- ing of the information given on a tire’s side- wall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to assist you. For information on speed ratings for winter tires, see “Winter driving” ( page 364).

  • Page 318: Standing Water

    Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Operation Driving instructions...

  • Page 319: Control And Operation Of Radio Transmitter

    Operation Driving instructions Control and operation of radio trans- mitter COMAND, radio and telephone* Warning! Please do not forget that your primary re- sponsibility is to drive the vehicle safely. Only operate the COMAND (Cockpit Man- agement and Data System), radio or tele- phone if road, weather and traffic conditions permit.

  • Page 320: Oxidation Catalyst (Diesel Engine)

    These systems will function properly only when maintained strictly according to factory specifications. Any adjustments on the engine should, therefore, be carried out only by qualified Mercedes-Benz Center authorized technicians. Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service...

  • Page 321: 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 overheated can cause some fluids, which may have leaked into the engine compartment, to catch fire.

  • Page 322: At The Gas Station

    In case that the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, or the opening mechanism is clamping, notify Roadside Assis- tance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Turn the engine off by turning the SmartKey to position 0.
  • Page 323 (gasoline engine)” ( page 496), see “Fuel requirements” ( page 496) and the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Diesel engine: Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM). Information on diesel quality can normally be found on the fuel pump.

  • Page 324: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip

    15 ppm The use of such non-approved fuels and/or special additives is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Low outside temperatures (diesel engine) To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is of- fered in the winter months.
  • Page 325 Notify 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 326: 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. This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and/or others. Opening Warning! If you see flames or smoke coming from the...
  • Page 327 Operation Engine compartment Warning! Vehicles with diesel engine: The engine is equipped with a high-voltage electronic control unit for the injection system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components of the injection system (injectors, electrical wires) with the engine running while starting the engine when the ignition is switched on...

  • Page 328: Engine Oil

    Do not use any special lubricant additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Us- ing 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...
  • Page 329 Operation Engine compartment Checking engine oil level 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 sta- tionary for at least 5 minutes with the engine turned off with the engine not at operating tem- perature yet, the vehicle must have...

  • Page 330: Transmission Fluid Level

    Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. E 350/E 550 (E 320 BLUETEC similar) E 63 AMG Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.

  • Page 331: Coolant Level

    Operation Engine compartment 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 332: Battery

    When replacing the battery, always use batteries 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 333: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System

    Operation Engine compartment Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment. 1 Cap for windshield washer 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 334: 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 335: Tire Care And Maintenance

    Operation Tires and wheels 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 336 Tread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than 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 337: Direction Of Rotation

    Operation Tires and wheels 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 338 Tire and Loading Information Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the plac- ard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly caus- ing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure.
  • Page 339 Operation Tires and wheels 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”. Step 1 Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should...
  • Page 340 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 341 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 342: 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 343: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure

    Operation Tires and wheels Important notes on tire inflation pressure Warning! If the tire inflation pressure repeatedly drops: Check the tires for punctures from foreign objects. Check to see whether air is leaking from the valves or from around the rim. Tire temperature and tire inflation pressure are also increased while driving, depending on the driving speed and the tire load.
  • Page 344 Warning! Follow recommend 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 overheated. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are more likely to...
  • Page 345 Operation Tires and wheels Warning! When the multifunction display shows the Tire pressure Check tires, message one or more of your tires is significantly un- derinflated. You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper tire inflation pressure as indicat- ed on the vehicle’s tire information placard.
  • Page 346 Switch on the ignition ( page 37). Make sure the standard display menu appears in the multifunction display ( page 151). Press button k or j repeatedly until the following message appears in the multifunction display: Run Flat Indicator active Menu: R-Button Press the reset button ( page 27).
  • Page 347 Operation Tires and wheels 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 interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference re- ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 348: Tires And Wheels

    Warning! The TPMS does not indicate a warning for wrongly selected inflation pressures. Always adjust tire inflation pressure according to the placard on the driver’s door B-pillar or, if available, the supplemental tire pressure in- formation on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The TPMS is not able to issue a warning due to a sudden dramatic loss of pressure (e.g.
  • Page 349 Operation Tires and wheels Reactivating Advanced TPMS* The TPMS must be reactivated when you have adjusted the tire inflation pressure to a new level (e.g. because of different load or driving conditions). The TPMS is then recalibrated to the current tire inflation pressures.
  • Page 350 Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tires 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. Do not underinflate tires.

  • Page 351: 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 Tire Quality Grading Standards ( page 357) 2 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( page 355)
  • Page 352 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 353 Operation Tires and wheels Warning! The tire load rating must always be at least half of the GAWR ( page 360) of your vehi- cle. Otherwise, tire failure may be the result which may cause an accident and/or seri- ous injury to you or others. Always replace rims and tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part.
  • Page 354 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 355: 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 win-...

  • Page 356: 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 357: Maximum Tire Load

    Operation Tires and wheels Tire type code The code 4 ( page 355) 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 355) identifies the week and year of manufac- ture.

  • Page 358: 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 vehicle 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 341) for proper tire inflation.
  • Page 359 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 360: 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 361 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 362 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 lb).

  • Page 363: Rotating Tires

    Operation Tires and wheels Tire speed rating Part of tire designation; indicates the speed range for which a tire is approved. Total load limit Rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kilograms (150 lb) times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity. Traction Force exerted by the vehicle on the road via the tires.
  • Page 364 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 432) and ( page 452).

  • Page 365: 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 366: Block Heater* (Canada Only)

    The tires or the vehicle could be damaged as a result. Only use snow chains that are ap- proved by Mercedes-Benz. Any autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. Operation...

  • Page 367: 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 368 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 369: 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 370: 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 371 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 372 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 373: Vehicle Care

    Mercedes-Benz Center. 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 lenses. Window clean- ing solutions which are not suitable may damage the plastic lamp lenses of the headlamps.
  • Page 374 1 Distronic system sensor cover Switch off the ignition ( page 38). 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 ap- ply strong force and only use a soft, non-scratch- ing cloth when cleaning the sensor cover 1.
  • Page 375 Operation Vehicle care Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades The windshield wipers must be in a vertical position before folding them away from the wind- shield. They could otherwise damage the hood. Never open the hood when the wiper arms are folded forward.
  • Page 376 To do so, please drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry. When applying Mercedes-Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care products, take care not to spray them on the brake disks.
  • Page 377 Otherwise you may scratch or damage the sur- face. 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 378 Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Wipe with light pressure to avoid damage to the upholstery. Exercise particular care when cleaning per- forated leather as its underside should not become wet.

  • Page 380: 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) Battery Jump starting Towing the vehicle...

  • Page 381: What To Do If

    Read and observe messages in the multifunction display ( page 396). 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 382 ® If the ESP cannot be switched back on: Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Observe additional messages in the multifunction display. Continue driving with added caution. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather condi- tions.
  • Page 383 Practical hints What to do if … Problem ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while driving. Possible cause/consequence ® The ESP or traction control has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. The cruise control and the Distronic* system are deactivated.
  • Page 384 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 385 (emergency operation) mode. 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 386 Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. After refuelling start, turn off and restart the engine three or four times in succession. The limp-home mode is canceled. You do not...
  • Page 387 Have the cooling system checked. If the coolant temperature is below 248°F (120°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 388 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 389 Practical hints What to do if … Problem < The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. You hear a warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. The red seat belt telltale comes on while the vehicle is standing still and the engine is running or...
  • Page 390 Problem < During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you addi- tionally hear an intermittent warning chime with increasing intensity. After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale illuminates continuously. The seat belt telltale will only go out if both, the driver and front passenger’s seat belt are fastened, or the vehicle is standing still and a front door is...
  • Page 391 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 392 Problem Low tire pressure telltale for the Advanced TPMS* illuminates continuously. Possible cause/consequence The Advanced TPMS* detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire. Practical hints What to do if … Suggested solution Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers.
  • Page 393 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 394: Lamp In Center Console

    The system is malfunctioning. Practical hints What to do if … 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 403).
  • Page 395 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 396 Practical hints What to do if … Suggested solution Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Make sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat. Check installation of the child seat ( page 92).

  • Page 397: 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.
  • Page 398 If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Switching on the ignition causes all instru- ment cluster lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator...
  • Page 399 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. ® ® and PRE-SAFE are operational Have the system checked at an authorized...
  • Page 400 Practical hints What to do if … Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and save the speed. Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and save the speed. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
  • Page 401 Practical hints What to do if … Display message DISTRONIC currently unavailable See Operator’s Manual Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Distronic* is switched off and is temporarily unavailable. Distronic* is deactivated if: the Distronic* cover in the radi- ator grille is dirty Distronic* becomes operational again without the en- its function is impaired by gine being restarted when:...
  • Page 402 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 Distronic* is deactivated because the functionality is impaired by external in- terferences, e.g.
  • Page 403 The brake system is still functioning the risk of an accident. normally but without the ABS, BAS, ® ® and PRE-SAFE available. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
  • Page 404 Display message Possible cause/consequence (USA only) Front passenger front air bag is Front passenger activated while driving even airbag enabled though a child, small individual, or See Operator’s Manual object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front passen- ger seat, or the front passenger seat is empty.
  • Page 405 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. remains out even after performing the above...
  • Page 406 Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution (USA only) Front passenger front air bag is Front passenger deactivated while driving even airbag disabled though an adult or someone See Operator’s Manual larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat.
  • Page 407 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. remains illuminated with an adult occupant...
  • Page 408 What to do if … Possible solution Place the gear selector lever in position P. Place the gear selector lever in position P or N. Make sure the brake pedal is de- pressed. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. ®...
  • Page 409 Then reactivate the Run Flat Indicator. Have the Run Flat Indicator checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic sit- uation around you.
  • Page 410 Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the appropriate wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 411 Practical hints What to do if … Display message Possible cause/consequence Tire pressure The Advanced TPMS* is unable to monitor monitor the tire pressure due to currently unavailable a nearby radio interference source. excessive wheel sensor temperatures. Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.
  • Page 412 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. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
  • Page 413 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 52). Adjust the rear seat backrest until it is fully engaged in position.
  • Page 414 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. If you find that the brake fluid in the brake...
  • Page 415 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. Do not drive without sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling system. The engine will overheat causing major engine damage.
  • Page 416 248°F (120°C). The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Do- ing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 417 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 418 (e.g. by driving uphill) as well as stop-and-go traffic. Have the fan replaced as soon as possible. Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the engine checked as soon as possi- ble by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter.
  • Page 419 Mercedes-Benz Center. The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol dis- played could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Possible solution Check the engine oil level ( page 328) and add oil as required ( page 329).
  • Page 420 If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the air cleaner checked by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the water drained by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
  • Page 421 The SmartKey is malfunctioning. Possible solution Take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* out of the vehicle. Take the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you when leaving the vehicle. Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 422 Display symbol Display message Change key batteries not recognized not recognized Possible cause/consequence The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* batter- ies are discharged. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not recognized while the engine is running because the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not in the vehicle there is strong radio-frequency inter- ference The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is mo-...
  • Page 423 This message will only appear if a critical number of LEDs have stopped working. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
  • Page 424 The right license plate lamp is malfunc- tioning. Practical hints What to do if … Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
  • Page 425 Switch on headlamps using the exterior lamp switch. Halogen headlamp: Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Bi-Xenon* headlamp: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Halogen headlamp: Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Bi-Xenon* headlamp: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz...
  • Page 426 The right corner-illuminating front fog lamp* is malfunctioning. Practical hints What to do if … Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Switch off the headlamps. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
  • Page 427 SmartKey. The parking lamps remain switched on. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
  • Page 428 Display symbol Display message Please correct 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. Contin- ued driving with a flat tire will cause exces- sive heat build-up and possibly a fire.
  • Page 429 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Tire pressure Check tires 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. Contin- ued driving with a flat tire will cause exces- sive heat build-up and possibly a fire.
  • Page 430 In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indi- cated as outlined above, the 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; Possible cause/consequence One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning.
  • Page 431 Practical hints What to do if … Display symbol Display message Function unavailable Top up washer fluid Ê Vehicle rising 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.
  • Page 432 Drive to the side of the road and select a higher vehicle level ( page 266). Depending on the type of malfunction, this may raise the vehicle’s level. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. There is otherwise danger of an accident. The system is functional only to a Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).

  • Page 433: 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 434: Luggage Box

    In case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the spare wheel when observing the following restrictions: Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest tire repair facility to have the flat tire repaired or re- placed as appropriate.

  • Page 435: 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 432). The vehicle tool kit includes: One pair of universal pliers One towing eye bolt One wheel wrench One alignment bolt One fuse extractor...
  • Page 436 The vehicle jack is located in the storage compartment underneath the trunk floor ( page 432). 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 437: 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 mechanical key and opening the driver’s door or the trunk will trigger the anti-theft alarm system.

  • Page 438: Locking The Vehicle

    Unlocking the trunk A minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid. 1 Mechanical key 2 Unlocking in an emergency 3 Handle Insert the mechanical key 1 into the trunk lid lock until it stops. Turn the mechanical key 1 counter- clockwise to position 2 and hold it in this position.

  • Page 439: Manually Unlocking The Gear Selector Lever

    Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency If necessary, lock the trunk with the mechanical key ( page 126). Except for the driver’s door, the vehicle should now be locked. 1 Locking 2 Mechanical key Insert the mechanical key 2 into the driver’s door lock until it stops.

  • Page 440: Opening/Closing In An Emergency

    Opening/closing in an emergency Power tilt/sliding sunroof or panorama 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 441: 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. Warning! For safety reasons, have the active head re-...

  • Page 442: Replacing Smartkey Batteries

    If the batteries in the SmartKey/SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are discharged, the ve- hicle can no longer be locked or unlocked. It is recommended to have the batteries re- placed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive substances.
  • Page 443 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries Pull battery compartment 2 ( page 441) out of the housing. 3 Batteries 4 Contact springs Pull out batteries 3. Using a lint-free cloth, insert new bat- teries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal (+) side facing up. Return battery compartment 2 ( page 441) into housing until it locks into place.

  • Page 444: Replacing Bulbs

    Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Contact your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for head- lamp adjustment. If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humid- ity, driving the vehicle a distance with the lights on should clear up the fogging.
  • Page 445 4 Side marker lamp W 5 W Vehicles with Bi-Xenon* headlamps: Low beam and high beam use the same D1S-35W lamp. Do not replace the Bi-Xenon bulbs yourself. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Lamp Type 5 Halogen headlamp: High beam/high beam...
  • Page 446 Switch lights off before changing a bulb to prevent short circuits. 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.

  • Page 447: Replacing Bulbs For Front Lamps

    Do not replace the LEDs yourself. You could otherwise damage the LEDs or parts of the vehi- cle. Only have the LEDs replaced by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacing bulbs for front lamps 1 Housing cover for low beam halogen or...
  • Page 448 Low beam bulb (halogen headlamps only) Turn housing cover 1 counterclock- wise and remove it. Turn bulb socket 4 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 4. Press the new bulb gently into bulb socket 4.

  • Page 449: Replacing Bulbs For Rear Lamps

    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 450 Practical hints Replacing bulbs License plate lamp 1 Screw Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M ( page 137). Loosen both screws 1. Remove the license plate lamp. Replace the bulb. Reinstall the license plate lamp. Retighten screws 1.

  • Page 451: Replacing Wiper Blades

    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. Placing wiper arms in vertical position Wiper blades in vertical position Vehicles with SmartKey Turn SmartKey to starter switch position 1 ( page 37).

  • Page 452: Removing Wiper Blades

    Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* Turn off the engine ( page 64). With the driver’s door closed, the start- er switch is now in position 1. Turn combination switch to wiper setting U ( page 58). With wiper arms in the vertical position, open the driver’s door.

  • Page 453: 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 454 Preparing the vehicle Prepare the vehicle as described ( page 452). Vehicles with Minispare wheel (except E 63 AMG): Take the Minispare wheel, wheel wrench and the jack out of the trunk ( page 432). Vehicles with collapsible tire (E 63 AMG only): Take the collapsible tire, wheel wrench, jack and electric air pump out of the trunk ( page 432).
  • Page 455 Practical hints Flat tire 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 456 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 457 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 458 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 459 Practical hints Flat tire 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 432). Lowering the vehicle Lower vehicle by turning crank coun- terclockwise until vehicle is resting ful- ly on its own weight.

  • Page 460: Bleeding The Fuel System

    If the engine still does not start, do not make any further attempts to start the en- gine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance ( page 297). Practical hints Where the ú malfunction indicator lamp (USA only) or the ±...

  • Page 461: Battery

    Practical hints Battery The battery is located on the right hand side of the trunk under the luggage box ( page 433). Vehicles with spare wheel 1 Positive terminal 2 Negative terminal 3 Battery bracket 4 Battery ventilation hose Warning! Failure to follow these instructions can re- sult in severe injury or death.

  • Page 462: Disconnecting The Battery

    Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to main- tain the battery charge. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information.

  • Page 463: 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 464: Reconnecting The Battery

    Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer. Reinstall the charged battery. Follow the previously described steps in re- verse order. The battery and the battery ventilation hose must always be securely installed when the vehi- cle is in operation.

  • Page 465: Jump Starting

    Do not attempt to start the engine using a bat- tery quick charge unit. If the engine does not run after several unsuc- cessful starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeated failed starting attempts may damage the catalytic converter Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation.
  • Page 466 Remove the jumper cables first from negative terminals 2 and 4 and then from positive terminals 1 and 3. You can now switch on the headlamps. Have the battery checked at the near- est authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 467: Towing The Vehicle

    Practical hints 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. Do not tow-start the vehicle.
  • Page 468 Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve- hicle.

  • Page 469: 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 470: Fuses

    (recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have the cause determined and rectified by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 471: Fuse Box In Passenger Compartment

    Practical hints Fuses Fuse box in passenger compartment The fuse box is located behind a cover in the dashboard on the driver’s side. 1 Cover 2 Recess in the cover Do not use sharp objects such as a screw driver to open the fuse box cover 1 in the dash- board, as this could damage it.
  • Page 472 Closing cover (with turn catches) Install cover 2 ( page 470). Turn catches 1 ( page 470) 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 474: 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 475: Parts Service

    Therefore, Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts should be installed. The use of non-genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehicle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or could compromise the vehicle’s du- rability or safety.

  • Page 476: Warranty Coverage

    Emission Performance Warranty California, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont Emission Con- trol System Warranty 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 477: Identification Labels

    Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the following locations: on the certification label embossed under a cover in the front passenger footwell ( page 477) lower edge of windshield ( page 477) Example certification label (U.S.
  • Page 478 4 Cover 5 VIN 6 Emission control information label, in- cludes both federal and California cer- tification exhaust emission standards 7 Vacuum line routing diagram label 8 VIN (lower edge of windshield) 9 Engine number (engraved on engine) When ordering parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine number.

  • Page 479: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive

    Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive E 320 BLUETEC 1 Coolant pump 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Idler pulley 8 Generator (alternator) E 350/E 550 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump...

  • Page 480: 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 320 BLUETEC (211.022...
  • Page 481 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 550 (211.072 E 550 4MATIC (211.090...

  • Page 482: Rims And Tires

    For information on tested and approved tires for AMG vehicles, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Using tires other than those approved by...

  • Page 483: Same Size Tires

    Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires 16’’ tires Model E 320 BLUETEC Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 16 H2 Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) All-season tires 225/55 R16 95H M+S Winter tires 225/55 R16 95H M+S. Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment.
  • Page 484 17’’ tires Model E 350 E 550 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm) All-season tires 245/45 R17 95H M+S Winter tires 245/45 R17 99V XL (Extra Load) M+S. Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment.
  • Page 485 Technical data Rims and tires 18’’ tires Model E 350 4MATIC (Sport Package*) E 550 4MATIC (Sport Package*) Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm) All-season tires 245/40 R18 93V M+S Winter tires 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S. Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment.

  • Page 486: Mixed Size Tires

    Mixed size tires Model E 350 (Sport Package*) E 550 (Sport Package*) Front axle: Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 1.18 in (30 mm) Summer tires All-season tires 245/40 R18 93V M+S Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) 9 J x 18 AMG rims (light alloy)
  • Page 487 Technical data Rims and tires Model E 63 AMG (Performance Package*) Front axle: Rims (light alloy) AMG rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm) Summer tires 245/40 ZR18 All-season tires Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) AMG rims (light alloy) 9.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset...

  • Page 488: Spare Wheel

    Spare wheel Please compare the recommended tire in- flation pressure for your vehicle with the tire in- flation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the spare wheel tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the yellow label on the spare...

  • Page 489: Electrical System

    Technical data Electrical system Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque Depending on production date, your vehicle may be equipped with a 12 V/100 Ah battery. Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Depending on production date, your vehicle may be equipped with a 12 V/100 Ah battery. E 350, E 350 4MATIC E 550, E 550 4MATIC 14 V/180 A...

  • Page 490: Main Dimensions And Weights

    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) (E 550 only) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear E 320 BLUETEC E 350 191.7 in (4870 mm) 191.7 in (4870 mm) 81.2 in (2063 mm) 81.2 in (2063 mm)

  • Page 491: Weights

    Technical data Main dimensions and weights Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle height Overall vehicle height (Airmatic DC) (E 550 4MATIC and E 63 AMG only) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear Weights Roof load max.

  • Page 492: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc

    Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Model Engine with oil filter E 350 E 350 4MATIC...
  • Page 493 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Model Automatic transmission E 320 BLUETEC E 350 E 550 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC E 63 AMG Front axle E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC Rear axle E 350 E 320 BLUETEC E 550 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC...
  • Page 494 E 350 4MATIC E 550 E 550 4MATIC E 63 AMG For detailed information, please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
  • Page 495 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Model Fuel tank including a reserve of all except E 63 AMG including a reserve of E 63 AMG Air conditioning system Windshield washer system Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point.

  • Page 496: Engine Oils

    FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) recommen- dations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so will result in engine or emission control sys- tem damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Engine oil additives Do not blend oil additives with engine oil.

  • Page 497: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (Gasoline Engine)

    Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine) Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious personal injury. Never allow sparks, flame or smoking mate- rials near gasoline! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid in- haling fumes and skin or clothing contact, extinguish all smoking materials.

  • Page 498: Gasoline Additives (Gasoline Engine)

    Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending additional fuel additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For a listing of approved products, refer to the...

  • Page 499: Coolants

    Add premixed coolant solution only. Adding water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze separately from each other, could cause engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -35°F (-37°C), the boiling point of the cool- ant in the pressurized cooling system is reached at approximately 266°F (130°C).
  • Page 500 Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.

  • Page 501: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System

    Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Windshield washer system and head- lamp cleaning system* Both the windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* are supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. The windshield washer reservoir has a ca- pacity of approximately: 6.9 US qt (6.5 l) in vehicles with a headlamp cleaning system* 4.8 US qt (4.5 l) in vehicles without a...

  • Page 502: Index

    ABS 97 Indicator lamp 380 Messages in display 398, 413 Accelerator position, automatic transmission 188 Accessory weight 359 Accident 60 Active Bi-Xenon headlamps* see Head- lamps Active head restraints 87 Adaptive Damping System see ADS ADS 265 Air bags 70 Children 71 Front, Driver 74 Front, Passenger 74...
  • Page 503 Index Automatic transmission Accelerator position 188 Automatic shift program 190 Emergency operation (Limp-Home Mode) 197 Gear ranges 189 Gear selector lever 184 Gear selector lever control one-touch gearshifting 191 Gear selector lever positions 186 Gear shifting malfunctions 197 Kickdown 188 Kickdown, manual shift program E 63 AMG 196 Manual shift program E 63 AMG 194...
  • Page 504 CD player 162 Center console Lower part 30 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 393 Upper part 29 Central locking Automatic 127, 176 Locking/unlocking from inside 127 Central locking switch 127 Certification label 476 Checking Oil level 327 Checking tire pressure electronically with the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS)*, (Canada only) 345...
  • Page 505 Index Convenience submenu Activating easy-entry/exit feature 178 Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror 179 Coolant Anticorrosion/antifreeze mixing ratio and quantity 499 Capacities 493 Checking coolant level 330 Messages in display 414, 415, 416 Temperature 320 Temperature indicator 149 Warning lamp 386 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 142 Cruise control 249...
  • Page 506 Drinking and driving 309 Driving Abroad 317 Hydroplaning 314 In winter 316 Instructions 49, 309 Problems 60 Safety systems 97 Through standing water 317 With Distronic* 262 Driving safety systems 4MATIC 105 ABS 97 BAS 99 EBP 100 ® Four wheel electronic traction system ®...
  • Page 507 Index Engine Belt layout 478 Block heater* (Canada only) 365 Brake-in recommendations 308 Cleaning 371 Compartment 325 Malfunction indicator lamp 384, 385, Maximum engine speed 479 Message in the display 384, 385, Number 477 Starting 52 Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 53 Starting with the SmartKey 53 Tachometer 27 Technical data 479...
  • Page 508 Front air bags 74 Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag Messages in display 393 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 74, 79 Front seat head restraints see Head re- straints FSS (Canada vehicles) 366 Fuel 309, 322 Additives 497 Capacities, Fuel tank 494 Diesel fuel 322, 494...
  • Page 509 Index Head restraints 129 Comfort head restraint, Adjusting 44 Folding back 130 Front seat, Adjusting 43 Rear seat, Removing and installing 130 Headlamp cleaning system* 198 Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, Exterior lamps Headlamps Active Bi-Xenon headlamps* 137 Automatic headlamp mode 138 Bi-Xenon* 137 Cleaning lenses 372 Cleaning system* 198...
  • Page 510 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp 110 Checking batteries 119 Factory setting 112 Global locking 112, 113 Global unlocking 112, 113 Locking/unlocking 36, 64, 110 Loss of 119 Messages in the multifunction display 420, 421 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* 239 Opening and closing the windows 239...
  • Page 511 Index Lamps, indicator and warning ABS 27, 380 Battery (SmartKey) 113, 117 Brakes 383 CHECK ENGINE 384, 385 Coolant 386 Distance warning lamp* 255 Engine diagnostics 384, 385 Engine malfunction 27, 384, 385 ® 27, 381, 382 Fog lamps 140 Front passenger front air bag off 29, 74, 81, 393, 394 Fuel reserve 27, 387...
  • Page 512 Memory function see Seats Menus see Control system menus Minispare wheel see Spare wheel Mirrors Adjusting 47 Auto-dimming 198 Exterior rear view mirror 47 Exterior rear view mirror parking positions 200 Interior rear view mirror 47 MON 322 Multicontour seat* 131 Multifunction display 151 Changing settings see Control system menus and Control system sub-...
  • Page 513 Index OCS 75 Self-test 80 Odometer 151 Oil see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting Gear selector lever 191 Steering wheel gearshift control* 192 Operating safety 16 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 372 Outside temperature see Displays Overdue maintenance service 366, 367 Overhead control panel 31 Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) 319 Paintwork, Cleaning 370 Panic alarm 96...
  • Page 514 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Opening/closing 242 Opening/closing in an emergency 439 Stopping 244 Synchronizing 244 Power washer 370 Power windows 237 Cleaning 374 Operating 237 Rear door window, Blocking operation 95 Synchronizing 239 Practical hints 380 ® PRE-SAFE Messages in display 398, 407 Problems While driving 60 With vehicle 17...
  • Page 515 Index Restraint system see Children in the vehi- Retaining hooks 281 Reverse gear position, Automatic transmission 184, 186 Rims 361, 481 Roadside Assistance 12 Roller sunblind* 202 RON 322 Roof rack* 273 Rubber parts, cleaning 375 Run Flat Indicator 343 Safety Driving safety systems 97 Occupant 68...
  • Page 516 Shifting, Automatic transmission 184 Side impact air bags 75 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses 372 Side windows see Power windows Sidewall 361 Ski bag* (Canada only) 274 SmartKey see Key, SmartKey 110 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* see Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 113 Snow chains 365 Snow tires 364 Spare fuses 469...
  • Page 517 Index Technical data Air conditioning refrigerant 495 Brake fluid 495 Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 491 Coolant 498 Electrical system 488 Engine 479 Engine oil additives 495 Engine oils 495 Fuel requirements 496 Gasoline additives 497 Premium unleaded gasoline 496 Rims and tires 481 Weight 490 Windshield washer and headlamp...
  • Page 518 Tires 333, 481 Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS)*, (Canada only) 345 Advanced TPMS malfunction telltale 391 Air pressure 341 Care and maintenance 334 Chains 365 Cleaning 335 Direction of rotation, Spinning 336 Driving instructions 313 Important notes, Tire inflation pressure 342 Inflation pressure 342, 349 Information Placard 337...
  • Page 519 Index Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 362 Units, Settings Speedometer 169 Temperature 169 Unleaded gasoline, Premium 496 Unlocking the vehicle 36 In an emergency 436 Uphill driving Cruise control 250 Upholstery Cleaning 376 Useful features 282 Vacuum line routing diagram label 477 Valet locking 126 Vehicle Battery 460...
  • Page 520 Washer reservoir level 500 Washing the vehicle 369 Wear pattern, Tires 363 Weight, Vehicle 490 Wheel Change 452 Removing 455 Spare 455 Tightening torque 458 Wheels, Sizes 482 Wheels, Tires and 333 Window curtain air bags 75 Windows see Power windows 237 Windows, cleaning 374 Windshield Cleaning 59...
  • Page 522 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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