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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...

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

    • avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration, See last page • have all maintenance work per­ formed at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in MERCEDES-BENZ hilly country.
  • Page 3 Mercedes-Benz Owner’s Manual 300 E 2.8 300 E 300 CE 300 E 4MATIC 400 E 500 E...
  • Page 4 Kindly observe the follow ing in your ow n b e st interests: We recom m end using M ercedes-B enz original p a rts as w ell as conversion p a rts and accessories explicitly approved b y us for you r vehicle model. We have sub jected these p a rts to a special test in w hich their reliability, safety and the ir special suitability for M ercedes-B enz vehicles have been determ ined.
  • Page 5 O ur com pany and staff congratulate you on the purchase o f your new M ercedes-Benz. Your selection of our p ro d u c t is dem onstration of your trust in our com pany name. Further, it exem plifies your desire to ow n an autom obile that w ill be as easy as possible to operate and provide years o f service.
  • Page 6 Mercedes-Benz of North America, For your own safety and longer service life of the Inc. or its authorized dealer fails to conform the...
  • Page 7 1-800-222-0100 (in the U.S.A. only) converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts, will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, • fuel may have a considerably lower octane 365 days a year.
  • Page 8 We continuously strive to im prove our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the rig h t to make changes in design and equipm ent. Therefore, inform ation, illustrations and descriptions in this O w n e r’s M anual m ight differ from your vehicle.

  • Page 9: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Consumer Information Index...
  • Page 10 1000 miles (1500 km) at After 1000 miles (1500 km) authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, moderate vehicle and engine speeds may gradually be in­ in accordance with the Mainte­ speeds.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Instruments and Controls Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamp Symbols Catalytic Converter Starting and Turning Off the Engine Driving Instructions...

  • Page 12: Instruments And Controls

    15 Switch for folding rear seat head restraints Instruments and Controls backward For more detailed descriptions see Index. 16 Switch for rear window sunshade 1 Adjustable side air outlets 17 Air recirculation switch 2 Exterior lamp switch 18 Hazard warning flasher switch 3 Parking brake release 19 Indicator lamp for anti-theft alarm 4 Hood lock release...

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    i p n C H EC K <S? (© ) S R S D £3 B R A K E Q a s r e n g i n e P54-0010-B34B 8 Main odometer Instrument Cluster 9 Trip odometer 1 Coolant temperature gauge. See Index 10 Outside temperature indicator.

  • Page 15: Indicator Lamp Symbols

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

  • Page 16: Catalytic Converter

    Caution! Catalytic Converter Warning! Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped To prevent damage to the cata­ As with any vehicle, do not lytic converters, use only premium with monolithic catalytic convert­ idle, park or operate this ve­ ers, an important element in con­...

  • Page 17: Starting And Turning Off

    -1 3 °F regularly. Release key and back (-25°C ), we recommend that an off accelerator. engine block heater be installed. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz At very high coolant temperatures dealer will advise you on this the engine starting time can be subject.

  • Page 18: Driving Instructions

    Do not exceed engine speed carried out by an authorized (50 km/h) on a dry straight road. limits (see Index). Mercedes-Benz dealer. Apply parking brake lightly while After hard braking it is advisable pulling the release handle out until to drive on for some time, rather a slight drag on the wheels is felt.
  • Page 19 With less than Have the brake system inspected 1/8 in (3 mm) of tread, the at an authorized Mercedes-Benz adhesion properties on a wet dealer immediately. road are sharply reduced. Install only brake pads and brake...
  • Page 20 We recommend M + S radial-ply Parking Aquaplaning tires for the winter season for all Depending on the depth of the four wheels to insure normal bal­ Warning! water layer on the road, aqua­ anced handling characteristics. planing may occur, even at low To reduce the risk of personal On packed snow, they can re­...
  • Page 21 Winter Driving Instructions normal brake effect. We therefore Warning! recommend depressing the brake The most important rule for If the vehicle becomes stuck pedal periodically when traveling slippery or icy roads is to drive in snow, make sure that snow at length on salt-strewn roads.
  • Page 23 Operation Automatic Climate Control Airbags Car Keys Steering Lock Opening the Doors Exterior Lamp Switch Locking and Unlocking of Combination Switch Doors Shelf below Rear Window Central Locking System Inside Rear View Mirror Anti-Theft Alarm System Exterior Rear View Mirrors Power Seats, Front Ashtrays Orthopedic Seat Backrest...

  • Page 24: Automatic Climate Control

    Pleating, cooling and air dis­ tribution within the vehicle’s in­ terior will be automatically con­ trolled. This is accomplished with the temperature selector (1), the pushbuttons (2) and the fan con­ trol buttons (3). The adjustable air outlets (6) and (8) can be variably opened and closed, or moved to direct the flow of air as desired.
  • Page 25 Important! Air Recirculation This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner Press symbol side of switch = the air re­ system that uses HFC-134a (ozone-friendly hydro- circulation mode is engaged. The indicator fluorocarbon) as a refrigerant. lamp in the switch lights up. Repairs should always be performed by a qualified This mode can be selected to prevent an­...
  • Page 26 Function Setting Normal setting The system automatically cools or heats depending on the outside temperature and the selected inte­ rior temperature. • In the cooling mode, air is directed only to the adjustable air outlets (6) and (8). • In the heating mode, warm air is primarily di­ rected to the foot area.
  • Page 27 This setting is used if the inside of the windshield begins to fog up, ice up or when wet snow is falling. As soon as the windshield has cleared, reset to PI or 0 - In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the windshield, foot area, and to outlets (8).
  • Page 28 | ^ | Defrost Heated air is directed to the windshield and adjustable air outlets (8) independent of the positions of the temperature selector wheel. Defrost plus ^ A u t o m a t ic Fan blows air at increasing speed as engine coolant rises to operating temperature.

  • Page 29: Car Keys

    The flat key fits all locks on the car. car. Obtaining Replacement Keys Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manu­ facturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.

  • Page 30: Opening The Doors

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

  • Page 31: Doors

    Central Locking System Trunk The trunk can remain locked while the central locking system is un­ To unlock the trunk with the The entire vehicle may be locked locked (e.g. while driving or when central locking system, turn the or unlocked with the central lock­ leaving the car in a situation master key in the trunk completely ing system by:...
  • Page 32 Power Windows and Sliding/ Note: Pop-Up Roof If the closing procedure is inter­ Hold key in door lock or trunk lock rupted, it can only be continued by in the locking position (3). The first turning the key to the windows and the sliding/pop-up unlocked position (2) and then roof begin to close automatically...

  • Page 33: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately 150 seconds in the form of blink­ The anti-theft alarm is automatic­ ing exterior lamps. At the same ally armed 10 seconds after time an alarm horn will sound locking either door or the trunk intermittently for 60 seconds, with any of your vehicle’s keys.

  • Page 34: Power Seats, Front

    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. Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back reclined. Sitting in an excessively re­ clined position can be danger­...
  • Page 35 the same seat/head restraint/ steering wheel can be program­ med into memory by pushing first button D and then ” 2 ” . Recalling seat/head restraint/ steering wheel positions stored in memory: To recall a seat/head restraint/ steering wheel position, push position button ”...

  • Page 36: Orthopedic Seat Backrest

    The inflation pressure of the air Important! cushion can be varied continuous­ Prior to operating the vehicle, the ly between position ” 0 ” = without driver should adjust the seat pressure, and position ” 4 ” = height for proper vision as well as maximum pressure, by changing fore/aft placement and seat back the pressure regulator (1) setting.

  • Page 37: Armrest With Compartment

    Note: To move the armrest between positions 2 and 3 it may be ne­ cessary to overcome a slight resistance. Warning! The armrest does not suffice as a child restraint system. In case of a frontal collision a child can be catapulted forward over the locked armrest.

  • Page 38: Head Restraints, Rear

    Head Restraints, Rear Notes: Adjusting Telescopic Steering Column Folding head restraints backward For safety reasons, always drive Turn key in steering lock to posi­ (with engine running): with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear tion 1 or 2 (with the driver’s or Press symbol-side of rocker switch seats are occupied.
  • Page 39 Heater operation: Notes: Push in upper switch portion; When in operation, the seat heater position 1 = normal heating consumes a large amount of mode, one indicator lamp lights power. It is advisable not to use the seat heater longer than ne­ cessary.

  • Page 40: Seat Belts And Supplemental

    Seat Belt Warning System Seat Belts and Supplemental Warning! Restraint System (SRS) With the key in steering lock Never ride in a moving vehicle position 2, an audible warning with the seat back reclined. Your vehicle is equipped with seat sounds for a short time if the Sitting in an excessively re­...
  • Page 41 1 Latch plate Fastening of Seat Belts Sedan 2 Buckle Pull belt with latch plate (1) across Adjust front seat belts so that the 3 Release button shoulder and lap so that the lap shoulder portion of the belt is belt is positioned as low as pos­...
  • Page 42 This is also the case if the key is turned to steering lock position 1 or 0 or if the door is opened. If the electrical system fails, the extender arm and belt can be manually pushed back into their rest position.
  • Page 43 Operation: To lengthen the belt: With the belt unfastened, turn the latch plate so The inertia reel stops the belt from that it is a little more than 90° unwinding during sudden vehicle perpendicular to the belt, then stops or when quickly pulling on extend the belt.
  • Page 44 which is properly secured • Position the lap belt as low Warning! as possible on your hips by a lap belt or lap belt USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. portion of a lap-shoulder and not across the • Each occupant should wear abdomen.

  • Page 45: Emergency Tensioning

    In cases of other frontal impacts, Supplemental Restraint System Emergency Tensioning roll-overs, certain side impacts, (SRS) Retractor (ETR) rear collisions, or other accidents The SRS uses two crash severity The seat belts for the front seats without frontal forces, the emer­ levels (thresholds) to activate are equipped with emergency gency tensioning retractors will not...

  • Page 46: Airbags

    Airbags The most effective occupant re­ straint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the seat belt. In some cases, however, the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced by an airbag. The driver airbag (1) is located in the steering wheel hub.
  • Page 47 Benz dealer at that time and above, the ” SRS” may not be replaced when necessary. operational. We strongly recom­ mend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer imme­ diately to have the system checked; otherwise the ” SRS” may not be activated when needed.
  • Page 48 Since the airbag inflates with • Infants and small children Warning! considerable speed and force, should only be seated in an It is very important for your infant or child restraint a proper seating position will safety to always be in a pro­ keep you in a safe distance which is properly secured perly seated position and to...
  • Page 49 • Damaged belts or belts that the steering wheel hub or rized Mercedes-Benz dealer. were highly stressed in an front passenger airbag accident must be replaced • When scrapping the airbag...
  • Page 50 Consult your authorized this standard can be found on the Infants and small children Mercedes-Benz dealer for instal­ instruction label on the restraint should never share a seat belt lation of these anchorages. and in the instruction manual with another occupant.

  • Page 51: Steering Lock

    1 Steering is unlocked. headlamp flasher, (If necessary, move steering lighter, wheel slightly to allow the key radio (also in position 0), to be turned clockwise to sliding roof, position 1.) rear window defroster, rear window sunshade, 2 Driving position. power windows, 3 Starting position.

  • Page 52: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Standing Lamps When the vehicle is parked on the street the standing lamps (right or Parking lamps (includes -; o o ' c side marker lamps, left side parking lamps) can be turned on, making the vehicle taillamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel more visible to passing vehicles.

  • Page 53: Combination Switch

    6 Control for • windshield washer system • headlamp cleaning system (will work only with exterior lamp switch in position ^00; or | D ■ Canada only: Also in position when the engine is running) When the washer system is activated, the wipers also operate for a limited time.

  • Page 54: Shelf Below Rear Window

    Shelf below Rear Window Windshield Washer Fluid Mixing Note: Ratio If one of the turn signals fails, the Warning! For temperatures above freezing: turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster rate The shelf below the rear win­ MB Windshield Washer than normal.

  • Page 55: Inside Rear View Mirror

    Note: The exterior mirrors have elec­ trically heated glass. The heater switches on automatically, de­ pending on outside temperature. If the mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its normal position, it must be repositioned by applying firm pressure until it snaps into place.

  • Page 56: Ashtrays

    rear ashtrays Lighter in center console, front Turn key in steering lock to To remove ashtray from center Ashtrays position 1 or 2. console: By touching the top of the Push sliding knob (1) toward the Push in lighter; it will pop out cover lightly, the ashtray opens right to eject the insert.

  • Page 57: Lockable Storage Compartment

    Note: The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear. The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 20 minutes of opera­ tion.

  • Page 58: Interior Lamps

    Interior Lamps The switch for the front lamp (combination interior and reading lamp) has 4 positions. 1 Interior and reading lamp switched on continuously. 2 Interior and reading lamp switched off. 3 Reading lamp switched on continuously. 4 Interior lamp is switched on, and off delayed, by the front door contact switches.

  • Page 59: Sliding Roof With Rear Pop-Up Feature

    Sliding Roof with Rear Pop-Up The sliding roof can be opened or Feature closed manually should an elec­ trical malfunction occur, refer to Turn key in steering lock to posi­ Emergency Operation in Index. tion 1 or 2. Activate switch. The sliding roof can also be 1 to slide roof open closed with the key while locking...

  • Page 60: Sun Visors

    Rear Window Sunshade Vanity mirror: Sun Visors 1 Raising With the visor engaged in its inner Swing sun visors down to protect mounting, the lamp can be against sun glare. 2 Lowering switched on by opening the cover. If sunlight enters through a side The switch is located on the window, disengage visor from center console.

  • Page 61: Power Windows

    If inadvertent operation of the rear windows by switch (6) (for in­ stance by children) is to be pre­ vented, slide safety switch (5) to the right (symbol becomes visible). Warning! When leaving the vehicle, al­ ways remove the key from the steering lock.

  • Page 62: Antenna

    Therefore, for safety Note: Mercedes-Benz dealer. reasons, the driver should not To retract the antenna (e.g. when use the cellular telephone entering a car wash) both radio while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 63 Driving Drinking and Driving Low Windshield and Parking Brake Headlamp Washer System Driving Off Fluid Level Warning Lamp Automatic Transmission Outside Temperature Indicator Cruise Control Brake Pad Wear Indicator Charge Indicator Lamp Lamp Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Brake Warning Lamp Engine Oil Consumption Antilock Brake System (ABS) Low Engine Oil Level Warning...

  • Page 64: Parking Brake Pedal

    Driving Off Drinking and Driving Test the brakes briefly after driv­ Warning! ing off. Perform this procedure Drinking and driving can be a only when the road is clear of very dangerous combination. other traffic. Even a small amount of alco­ Warm up the engine smoothly.
  • Page 65 the brake until ready to drive. The Accelerator position Automatic Transmission vehicle may otherwise start creep­ The automatic transmission se­ Partial throttle = early upshifting ing when the selector lever is in lects individual gears automati­ = normal acceleration. drive or reverse position. cally, dependent upon Full throttle = later upshifting •...
  • Page 66 ” D” provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions. 3 Upshift to 3rd gear only. 400 E, 500 E 300 E 2.8, 300 E, 300 CE, Suitable for medium range up- 300 E 4MATIC or downgrades. The selector lever is locked in Selector lever positions 2 Upshift to 2nd gear only.

  • Page 67: Operation

    Do not downshift to a lower gear Important! Depending on the degree of the (for example from ” D” to ” 3 ” ) incline, shift selector lever to a With selector lever in position “ D“ unless the speedometer needle is lower gear range early enough to or “...

  • Page 68: Cruise Control

    Normally the vehicle is acceler­ Stopping ated to the desired speed with the For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, accelerator. leave the transmission in gear and Speed is set by briefly pushing the hold vehicle with the service lever to position 1 or 2. The accel­ brake.
  • Page 69 • The use of cruise control have the system checked at speed if the brakes were applied. can be dangerous on slip­ your authorized Mercedes-Benz pery roads. Rapid changes dealer as soon as possible. Caution! in tire adhesion can result...
  • Page 70 If no oil Mercedes-Benz dealer. Do not leaks are noted and there is no be replaced before continuing to operate the car until the condition operate the vehicle.
  • Page 71 Fuel Reserve W arning Lamp Exterior Lamp Failure Indicato r Warning! Lamp The fuel reserve warning lamp will • Driving when your engine is come on when the key is turned to With the key in steering lock badly overheated can cause position 2, a dim indicator lamp steering lock position 2, and some fluids which may have...
  • Page 72 Mercedes-Benz dealer the total volume. The reservoir as soon as possible. should be refilled with MB W ind­ Warning! Note: shield Washer Concentrate ”...
  • Page 73 Have the brake system checked at fire. You can be seriously tion 2. The brake warning lamp your authorized Mercedes-Benz burned. comes on dimly, and should go dealer as soon as possible. out when the engine is running.
  • Page 74 Note: conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while Have the system checked at your To alert following vehicles to authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer driving. slippery road conditions you as soon as possible. discover, operate your hazard warning flashers as appropriate.
  • Page 75 Have the acceleration slip control pad wear for the front as well as checked at your authorized the rear brakes. Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 76: Snow Chain Switch

    Automatically Engaging This mode is effective at speeds Four-wheel Drive (4MATIC) up to 25 mph (40 km/h). It remains stored in memory up to The yellow function indicator lamp 37 mph (60 km/h) and auto­ in the speedometer and the yellow matically engages again when the 4MATIC warning lamp will come vehicle speed drops below...
  • Page 77 Excessive speed on position 2 and visit an authorized wet, icy or snow covered Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as roads, following another possible to have the 4MATIC vehicle too closely or aqua­ checked.
  • Page 78 CFI respectively the Mercedes-Benz servicing re­ least one window fully open. Motronic MFI control unit. quirements. For details refer to the If the ’’CHECK ENGINE” malfunc­...
  • Page 79 Abroad, there is a widely-spread Have your car winterized at your temperature. A well charged Mercedes-Benz service network at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer battery ensures that the engine your disposal. If you plan to travel before the onset of winter.
  • Page 80 Standard model (without Sportline Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized when driving on roads without option) - permissible only on stan­ Mercedes-Benz dealer will be glad snow. dard equipment tire size 195/65. to advise you on this subject. For tips on driving on slippery...
  • Page 81 Practical Hints Hood Battery Checking Coolant Level Headlamp Adjustment Adding Coolant Replacing Bulbs Checking Engine Oil Level Spark Plugs Checking Automatic Emergency Operation Transmission Fluid Level of Sliding Roof First Aid Kit Manual Release of Fuel Filler Stowing Things in the Flap Vehicle Fuses...

  • Page 82: Hood

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

  • Page 83: Checking Coolant Level

    The coolant level can be checked Warning! visually at the transparent coolant • Use extreme caution when reservoir. opening the hood if there To check the coolant level, the are any signs of steam or vehicle must be parked on level coolant leaking from the ground.

  • Page 84: Checking Engine Oil Level

    Oil level must be between To check the engine oil level, the lower (min) and park vehicle on level ground, upper (max) mark of the with engine at normal dipstick. operational temperature. Check engine oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for Do not overfill the engine.

  • Page 85: Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid Level

    -0028-B 13 fluid level will be approximately Measure fluid level with the 0.4 in (10 mm) (300 E 2.8: 0.5 in dipstick completely inserted and Checking Automatic [12 mm]) below the minimum the locking lever released (1).

  • Page 86: First Aid Kit

    First Aid Kit Trunk Lamp Storage Compartment Below Trunk Floor When keeping the trunk lid open The first aid kit is stored in the Roll back the trunk floor mat. shelf below the rear window. for a longer period of time, the trunk lamp can be switched off by Reach into the cut-out and lift up Stowing Things in the Vehicle...

  • Page 87: Spare Wheel

    Warning! The jack is designed exclu­ sively for jacking up the ve­ hicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the ve­ hicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack.

  • Page 88: Wheels

    See your authorized wheel, if possible, should be used sustained damage, replace Mercedes-Benz dealer for further on the rear axle. them. information. Rims and tires must be of the When replacing rims, use only same size.

  • Page 89: Changing Wheels

    wheel on a hill, place chocks Important! on the downhill side blocking Unidirectional snow tires must both wheels of the other axle. always be mounted with arrow on On a level road, place one tire sidewall pointing in direction of chock in front of and one vehicle forward movement.
  • Page 90 16. Tighten the five bolts evenly, 9. Unscrew wheel bolts com­ Warning! pletely. Keep bolt threads always skipping one, until all The jack is designed exclu­ bolts are tight. Observe a protected from dirt and sand. sively for jacking up the ve­ While removing last bolt, hold tightening torque of 80 ft.lb.

  • Page 91: Tire Inflation Pressure

    Overinflating tires can result lighter loads and are perfectly for Mercedes-Benz recommended in sudden deflation (blowout) permissible. The ride of the ve­ tires as well as for the varying because they are more likely hicle, however, will become operating conditions.

  • Page 92: Battery

    Battery than approximately 200 miles Recycling of batteries is the (300 km) per month, mostly for preferred method of disposal. Models 400 E, 500 E: The mainte­ short distance trips, or if it is nance-free battery is located in the Many states require sellers of not used for long periods of trunk behind the right-hand cover...

  • Page 93: Headlamp Adjustment

    Headlamp Adjustment 4 Fastening clip for housing of Replacing Bulbs turn signal, parking, side Correct headlamp adjustment is Install only 12 volt bulbs with the marker and standing lamps extremely important. Check and specified watt rating. readjust headlamps at regular 5 High and low beam headlamp Do not touch glass portion of intervals and when a bulb has...
  • Page 94 Bulb for high and low beam (Halogen type 9004): Compress cover (5) at the top and remove upwards. Pull off electri­ cal connector (8). Turn clamping ring (9) counterclockwise and pull out bulb together with clamping ring. Remove bulb. Insert new bulb (flat side facing Turn the taillamp bulb carrier lock Taillamp Assemblies up), mount clamping ring (9) (with...

  • Page 95: Spark Plugs

    Tightening torque: 300 E 4MATIC: 8 - 15 ft.lb. ( 1 0 - 2 0 Nm). 300 E 2.8, 300 E, 300 CE, 400 E, 500 E: 1 5 - 2 4 ft.lb. (20 - 30 Nm). For approved spark plugs see ’’Technical Data”...

  • Page 96: Emergency Operation Of Sliding Roof

    P47-000P-B13 Emergency Operation of Sliding To slide the roof closed or to raise Coupe: Roof the roof at the rear: turn clock­ Pull the manual release knob (1) wise. behind the right trunk panel while The sliding roof can be opened or To slide the roof open or to lower simultaneously opening the fuel closed manually should an elec­...

  • Page 97: Fuses

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

  • Page 98: Jump Starting

    Vehicles with Acceleration Slip Jump Starting The vehicle may be towed with all Control (ASR) wheels on the ground and the If the battery is discharged, the selector lever in position ” N ” for engine should only be started with Caution! distances up to 30 miles (50 km) jumper cables and the (12 V)
  • Page 99 Important! 5. Start engine of the vehicle with Warning! the charged battery and run at 3. Clamp one end of the first Never lean over batteries while high idle. Then start engine of jumper cable to the positive ( + ) connecting or jump starting, the disabled vehicle in the terminal of the discharged...

  • Page 100: Cleaning And Care Of The Vehicle

    Frequent washing, recommended by Mercedes-Benz Cleaning and Care of the because of the possibility of however, reduces and/or elimi­ Vehicle nates the aggressiveness and incompatibility between materials potency of the above adverse used in the production process Warning! influences.
  • Page 101 Engine Cleaning Rinse with clear water and Tar Stains thoroughly wipe dry with a Corrosion protection, such as MB Quickly remove tar stains before chamois. Do not allow cleaning Anticorrosion Wax should be ap­ they dry and become more diffi­ agents to dry on the finish.
  • Page 102 Upholstery Instrument Cluster Plastic Parts, Headliner and Rubber Parts Using aftermarket seat covers or Use a gentle dish-washing de­ wearing clothing that have the tergent or mild detergent for de­ Do not use oil or wax on these tendency to give off coloring (e.g. licate fabrics as a washing solu­...
  • Page 103 Paintwork, Painted Body Do not apply any of these pro­ Light Alloy Wheels Components ducts or wax if your car is parked MB-Autoshampoo should be used in the sun or if the hood is still hot. MB-Paint Protector and Sealer for regular cleaning of the light should be applied when water Use the appropriate MB-Touch-Up...

  • Page 104: Rear Seat Cushion

    Installation: Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop. Check if the highest position can be reached by pushing the switch up for approximately 5 seconds. Adjust head restraint to the de­ sired position. Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.

  • Page 105: Replacing Wiper Blades

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

  • Page 106: Roof Rack

    Coupe: veloped, manufactured or selected Use only those roof racks ap­ Press open the four flaps in the for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz proved by Mercedes-Benz to avoid drip rails, position roof rack sup­ vehicles. ports and screw them into the damage to the vehicle.

  • Page 107: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive

    4 Fan 5 Air pump 6 Alternator 7 Idler pulley 8 Power steering pump 9 Coolant pump For dimensions of the poly-V-belt, see Technical Data in Index. 300 E 2.8, 300 E, 300 CE, 400 E, 500 E 300 E 4MATIC...
  • Page 109 Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Consumer Information Identification Plates Warranty Coverage Technical Data 300 E 2.8 300 E, 300 CE 300 E 4MATIC 400 E 500 E Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Capacities Engine Oils Air Conditioner Refrigerant Brake Fluid...
  • Page 110 1 Certification Tag (left door pillar) 2 Identification Tag 3 Vehicle Identification No. 4 Engine No. (400 E, 500 E front center) 5 Body No. and Paintwork No. 6 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system 7 Emission Control Tag Identification Plates When ordering spare parts, please...
  • Page 111 Owner’s Service and War­ Service and Warranty Policy ranty Policy Booklet and your Booklet, have your authorized authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer Mercedes-Benz dealer arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to will exchange or repair any defective parts in accordance with you.
  • Page 112 6400 rpm Electrode gap 0.032 in (0.8 mm) Firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4 Poly-V-belt 2445 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. S ee an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon­ ding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 113 Technical Data 300 E 2.8 Weights See certification tag Main Dimensions Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Overall vehicle length 187.2 in (4755 mm) Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Overall vehicle width 68.5 in (1740 mm) Overall height 56.3 in (1431 mm)
  • Page 114 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See Rims (light alloy rims) J x 15 H 2 an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon­ Wheel offset 300E ding data of all special bodies and special equipment. 1.9 in (48 mm) 300 CE 1.7 in (44 mm)
  • Page 115 Technical Data 300 E, 300 CE Electrical System Main Dimensions 300 E Alternator 14 V/90 A Overall vehicle length 187.2 in (4755 mm) Starter motor 12 V/1.7 kW Overall vehicle width 68.5 in (1740 mm) Battery 12 V/62 Ah Overall height 56.3 in (1431 mm) Bosch F 9 DCO Spark plugs...
  • Page 116 0.032 in (0.8 mm) Maximum engine speed 6450 rpm Firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4 Poly-V-belt 2415 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon­ ding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 117 Technical Data 300 E 4MATIC See certification tag Main Dimensions Weights Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Overall vehicle length 187.2 in (4755 mm) Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Overall vehicle width 68.5 in (1740 mm) Overall height 57.1 in (1451 mm) Wheel base 110.2 in (2800 mm)
  • Page 118 6000 rpm 0.032 in (0.8 mm) Electrode gap 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 Firing order 2460 mm Poly-V-belt The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. S ee an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon­ ding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 119 Technical Data 400 E Main Dimensions Weights_______________ See certification tag Overall vehicle length 187.2 in (4755 mm) Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) 68.5 in (1740 mm) 220 lb (100 kg) Overall vehicle width Trunk load max. 56.3 in (1431 mm) Overall height 110.2 in (2800 mm) Wheel base...
  • Page 120 6000 rpm Electrode gap 0.032 in (0.8 mm) Firing order 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 Poly-V-belt 2460 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. S ee an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the correspon­ ding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 121 Technical Data 500 E Main Dimensions Weights_______________ See certification tag Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Overall vehicle length 187.2 in (4755 mm) 220 lb (100 kg) Trunk load max. Overall vehicle width 70.7 in (1796 mm) Overall height 55.4 in (1408 mm) Wheel base 110.2 in (2800 mm)
  • Page 122 Mercedes-Benz dealer. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Engine with oil filter Recommended engine oils 300 E 2.8, 300 E, 300 CE 7.9 US qt (7.5 I) 300 E 4MATIC 6.9 US qt (6.5 I) 400 E, 500 E 8.5 US qt (8.0 I)
  • Page 123 Front axle 300 E 4MATIC 1.2 US qt (1.1 I) Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90 Rear axle 300 E 2.8, 300 E Rear axle 300 CE, 400 E, 500 E 1.4 US qt (1.3 I) Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90 1.2 US qt (1.1 I)
  • Page 124 Fuel tank approx. 2.4 US gal (9.0 I) Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/ including a reserve of 300 E 2.8, 300 E, 300 CE, 86 MON) 300 E 4MATIC, 400 E approx. 23.8 US gal (90 I) Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted...
  • Page 125 To maintain the engine’s dura­ Therefore, use only engine oils continuously reduced through the bility and performance, premium recommended by Mercedes-Benz. absorption of moisture from the unleaded gasoline must be used. Information on recommended atmosphere. Under extremely hard If premium unleaded is not avail­...
  • Page 126 Gasoline Additives Fuel Requirements The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3% plus addi­ A major concern among engine Use only Premium unleaded tional cosolvents. manufacturers is carbon build up meeting ASTM standard D 439: caused by gasoline. Mercedes- Using mixtures of Ethanol and The octane number (posted at the Methanol is not allowed.
  • Page 127 The water in the cooling system ing freeze protection to approx. to your authorized Mercedes-Benz must meet minimum require­ -2 2 ° F (— 30 °C) and corrosion dealer for maintenance service.
  • Page 128 Consumer Information use, however, and may depart tested under controlled conditions significantly from the norm due to on a specified indoor laboratory This has been prepared as re­ variations in driving habits, ser­ test wheel. Sustained high tempe­ quired of all manufacturers of vice practices and differences in rature can cause the material of passenger cars under Title 49,...
  • Page 129 If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the dealership management, or if necessary contact the Owner Service Manager at the Mercedes-Benz Regional Office nearest you (see Owner’s Service and Warranty Information booklet for addresses). You may also write directly to us at the following addresses: In the U.S.A.: Owner Service Department...
  • Page 130 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz of North America Inc.. 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 131 Index...
  • Page 132 ABS 65, 72 Battery 90 Doors Acceleration slip control (ASR) 73 Battery not being charged Locking and unlocking 28 Air conditioner refrigerant 123 Charge indicator lamp 15,68 Opening the doors 28 Airbag 44 Brake fluid 1 6 -1 7 , 71, 98, 122 - Drinking and driving 62 Alarm system 2 7 ,3 1 ,8 4 Driving instructions 16...
  • Page 133 Identification Plates 108 Orthopedic seat backrest 34 First aid kit 84 Fluid level for windshield and Indicator lamp symbols 13 Outside temperature indicator 70 headlamp washer system Instrument cluster 12 low 70 Instruments and controls 10 Parking brake 1 5 -1 6 , 18, 54, 4MATIC malfunction 74 Interior lamps 56 6 2 - 6 4 , 66, 71, 73, 83, 85, 8 7 -...
  • Page 134 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Technical data 110 Vanity mirror 58 emergency tensioning retractor Tire inflation pressure 89 Vehicle jack 85 Tires 1 7 - 1 8 , 7 3 - 7 4 , 7 7 - 7 8 , and airbag 47 Vehicle tools 84 8 6 - 8 7 , 89, 110, 112, 114, 116,...
  • Page 135 Service Literature Warning! Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer has trained To help avoid personal injury, be extremely technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to careful when performing any maintenance service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and work or repairs. Improper or incomplete ser­...
  • Page 136 NOTES:...
  • Page 137 NOTES:...
  • Page 138 The engine compartment of Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip Model 300 E is illustrated. 1 Fuel Supply: To add fuel turn cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then remove the cap.
  • Page 139 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Fuel: Coolant: Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted For normal replenishment, use water (potable Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). water quality). Fuel tank capacity approx. 18.5 US gal (70 I), For further information (e.g.
  • Page 140 Mercedes-Benz AG Stuttgart-Untertuerkheim...

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