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  • Page 2 G as S tation deceleration See last page • have all maintenance work performed 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 hilly country.
  • Page 3 Ownert Manual 260 E 300 E 300 CE Model 124 1988...
  • Page 4 Printed in Germany W e reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this O wner’s Manual (s .e .e .o .). Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing.
  • Page 5 O u r com pany and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new M ERC ED ES-BENZ. Your selection of our product is a dem onstration of your trust in our com pany name. Further, it e xem plifies your desire to own an autom obile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
  • Page 6 Therefore, you may find explanations of equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any Although your Mercedes-Benz is built to be as trouble- questions about the operation of any equipment, your free as possible, a Roadside Assistance Program is avail­...
  • Page 7 “ Notice of Purchase of Used C ar” found in the Owner’s readily available. Service and Warranty Policy Booklet. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For de­ tails, consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer or write to: Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc.
  • Page 8 If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Owner’s Manual, your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Owner’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are...

  • Page 9: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Index...
  • Page 10 The First 1500 km (1000 Miles) Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip Downshift at proper engine speed! The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the See page 116 On vehicles with automatic transmis­ more satisfied you will be with its per­ sion avoid accelerating by kick-down.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 12: Instruments And Controls

    Switch for folding rear seat head restraints backward Instruments and Controls (page 36) For more detailed descriptions see specified pages. Switch for rear window sun shade Adjustable side air outlets (page 22) Air recirculation switch (page 22) Exterior lamp switch (page 46) Hazard warning flasher system switch Parking brake release (page 62) Automatic antenna switch (page 60)

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    Main odometer Instrument Cluster Trip odometer Economical driving indicator. See page 69 Outside temperature indicator. See page 68 Coolant temperature gauge. See page 68 Turn signal indicator lamp, right (green) Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). Knob for clock adjustment See page 68 (press in for adjustments) Oil pressure gauge (bar).

  • Page 15: Indicator Lamp Symbols

    Indicator Lamp Symbols Fluid level for windshield and headlamp washer system low. Function Indicator Lamp See page 68 High beam Exterior light failure. See page 67 Warning Lamps ABS malfunction. (must go out with the engine running) See page 66 Battery not being charged.

  • Page 16: Catalytic Converter Cautions

    Caution! Warning! To prevent damage to the catalytic As with any vehicle, do not idle, Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped park or operate this vehicle in areas with monolithic catalytic converters, an converters, use only premium un­ important element in conjunction with leaded gasoline in this vehicle.

  • Page 17: Starting And Turning Off The Engine

    -1 8 °C (0°F), depress accelerator the vehicle is stopped. be installed. Your authorized three times prior to starting. MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will advise If the coolant temperature is very high you on this subject. (e.g. after hard driving on mountain...

  • Page 18: Driving Instructions

    50 km/h (30 mph) on a Have the brake system inspected at dry straight road. Apply brake lightly When driving down long and steep an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ until a slight drag on the wheels is felt. grades, relieve the brakes by shifting dealer without delay.
  • Page 19 Warning! Tire traction Do not allow your tires to wear The safe speed on a wet, snow down too far. With less than 3 mm covered or icy road is always lower (1 /8 in) of tread, the adhesion pro­ than on a dry road.

  • Page 20: Cruise Control

    Road salts and chemicals can ad­ Parking Clutch versely affect braking efficiency. Warning! Caution! Increased pedal force may become Resting your foot on the clutch pedal necessary to produce the normal To reduce the risk of personal brake effect. We therefore recommend injury as a result of vehicle move­...

  • Page 21: Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System

    It is recommended to use only brake tenance. In sedan models, the mainte­ grade oil; otherwise at least twice a fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. nance booklet is located in the plastic year (spring and fall). Do not mix different types of brake pouch containing the vehicle docu­...
  • Page 23 Operation Automatic Climate Control Car Keys Opening the Doors Locking and Unlocking of Doors Central Locking System Anti-Theft Alarm System Manual Seat Adjustment, Front Adjusting Power Seats, Front Orthopedic Seat Backrest Arm Rest Rear Seat Head Restraints Adjusting Telescoping Steering Column Heated Seats Supplemental Restraint System...

  • Page 24: Automatic Climate Control

    For maximum operating efficiency, keep all windows and the sliding roof closed. Pleating, cooling and air distribution within the vehicle’s interior will be au­ tomatically controlled. This is accom ­ plished with the temperature selector (1), the pushbuttons (2) and the fan control buttons (3).
  • Page 25 Temperature Selection (°C) Air Recirculation The desired interior temperature can be selected by Pressing the symbol-side of the air recirculation ■ rotating the temperature selector. The selected tem ­ switch causes air to be recirculated without additio­ perature is reached as quickly as possible and nal fresh air and the red indicator lamp to light up.
  • Page 26 Function Setting Normal setting The system automatically cools or heats depending on the outside temperature and the selected interior tem per­ ature. The air conditioning compressor engages when outside temperatures are above 5°C (41 °F). • In the cooling mode, air is directed only to the adjust­ able air outlets (6) and (8).
  • Page 27 Multi-Level This setting is used if the inside of the windshield fogs up. As soon as the windshield is defogged, reset to or | | . In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the wind­ shield, foot area, and to outlets (8). Additionally, air may be emitted periodically from outlets (6), depending on the interior temperature.
  • Page 28 Defrost The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the windshield and adjustable air outlets (8) independent of the positions of the temperature selector and fan control buttons. o « The fresh air supply to the car interior is shut off. While driving, use this setting only temporarily.

  • Page 29: Car Keys

    For security reasons, replacement This key should be used whenever the keys can only be obtained via your car is left with an attendant. Be sure to authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. lock glove compartment and trunk with the master key. Warning!

  • Page 30: Opening The Doors

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

  • Page 31: Central Locking System

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

  • Page 32: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately Do not give the master key to an un­ 150 seconds in the form of blinking ex­ authorized person. We recommend The anti-theft alarm can be armed or terior lamps. At the same time an ad­ that you carry the flat key safely with disarmed with the master key, valet ditional horn will sound intermittently...

  • Page 33: Manual Seat Adjustment, Front

    Note: Always adjust head restraint to sup­ port the back of the head approxi­ mately at ear level before driving. Caution! Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat covers. For removal refer to “ Practical Hints” , page 93. W henever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving.
  • Page 34 Both the inside and outside rear view Important! mirrors should then be adjusted for Prior to operating the vehicle, the driv­ adequate rearward vision. Fasten seat er should adjust the seat height for belts. Infants and small children proper vision as well as fore/aft place­ should be seated in a properly se­...

  • Page 35: Adjusting Power Seats, Front

    Storing seat and head restraint posi­ tions in memory (if so equipped): Memory button. Position buttons “ 1” and “ 2 ” . Two sets of seat/head restraint posi­ tions may be programmed into me­ mory. After the seat and head restraint are positioned, push memory button D, release, and within 3 seconds push position button “...

  • Page 36: Orthopedic Seat Backrest

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

  • Page 37: Arm Rest

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

  • Page 38: Rear Seat Head Restraints

    1422 Adjusting Telescoping Steering Rear Seat Head Restraints Inclination of head restraints: Column The head restraint inclination can be Folding head restraints backward (with adjusted manually. Turn key to steering lock position 1 engine running): or 2 (with the driver’s or front passen­ Press symbol-side of rocker switch to Note: ger’s door opened, the telescoping...

  • Page 39: Heated Seats

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

  • Page 40: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning Retractors, Driver Air Bag

    Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Seat Belts, Emergency Ten­ sioning Retractors, Driver Air Bag Seat Belts and Emergency Ten­ sioning Retractor (ETR) Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats and emergency ten­ sioning retractors for the front seats. The tensioning retractors are located in each belt’s inertia reel and become operationally ready with the key in...
  • Page 41 Emergency operation: If the electrical system fails, the ex­ tender arm and belt can be manually pushed back into their rest position. • The belt must be pulled snug and checked for snugness immediately after engaging it and during driv­ ing.
  • Page 42 Unfastening: To shorten the belt: With the latch plate engaged, pull the loose end of • Push in the red button (3) in the the belt. belt buckle. To lengthen the belt: With the belt un­ • The retractor should completely fastened, turn the latch plate so that it rewind the belt and latch plate (1).
  • Page 43 Warning! • Children too big for child re­ straint systems should ride in • Each occupant should wear his rear seats using regular seat seat belt at all times. Together belts. A shoulder belt can be with the “SRS” (driver air bag, used, providing it does not ETR’s and driver-side knee bol­...
  • Page 44 In the event a malfunction of the “ SRS" is indicated as outlined above, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer immediately to have the system The operational readiness of the sup­ Driver Air Bag checked;...
  • Page 45 The driver should always wear the ized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at dent must be replaced and their seat belt, otherwise it is not pos­ that time and replaced when...
  • Page 46 Improper work on the system, Infant and Child Restraint Systems including incorrect installation Infants and small children should Mercedes-Benz of North America re­ and removal, can lead to pos­ never be held on the lap, nor commends that all infants and children sible injury through an uncon­...

  • Page 47: Steering Lock

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

  • Page 48: Exterior Lamp Switch

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

  • Page 49: Combination Switch

    Windshield wiper control 0 W iper off 1 Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed Note: If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster rate than normal. In addition, the light failure indicator will come on.

  • Page 50: Exterior Rear View Mirrors

    — i m in i H lim m m illll'. Caution! Inside Rear View Mirror Exterior Rear View Mirrors The mirror can be tilted to the anti­ The exterior mirrors have electrically Objects in mirror are closer than they glare night position using the lever at heated glass.

  • Page 51: Lighter

    Lighter Sun Visors Vanity mirror: With the visor engaged in its inner Turn key in steering lock to position 1 Swing sun visors down to protect mounting, the lamp can be switched or 2. against sun glare. on by opening the cover. Sedan: Pull ashtray open against If sunlight enters through a side win­...

  • Page 52: Rear Window Defroster

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

  • Page 53: Interior Lamps

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

  • Page 54: Power Windows

    Shelf below Rear Window W arning! The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry ob­ jects. This will prevent such objects from being thrown about and injur­ ing vehicle occupants during an accident or sudden maneuver. If inadvertent operation of the rear Power Windows windows (for instance by children) is...

  • Page 55: Electronic Radio

    Forward music search/fast for­ ward with indicator Dolby B and C noise reduction with indicators’ Tape equalization with indica- Cassette eject Cassette door To turn the radio ON indicator (f), stereo balance indi­ Electronic Radio Press “ O N ” side of button cator (displayed only when bal­...
  • Page 56 To adjust the tone characteristic Volume adjustment To reduce volume, press the volume Bass and treble Q can be adjusted independently. control button downward; To set the radio to a “flat” tone setting (bass and treble at mid-range setting), to increase volume, press the button briefly press both tone control buttons and Q | simultaneously.
  • Page 57 To select AM for FM Scan tuning Tuning sensitivity button Press a n y o f the buttons marked ^ Switch to AM or FM, then press the By pressing the tuning sensitivity but­ through h j j l to tune the radio to the scan tuning bar Q j S to autom ati­...
  • Page 58 Manual tuning Direct frequency tuning (For fine tuning a station or for manual In order to select a station with a known frequency, select the wave band (AM or tuning) FM), press the function control button and then enter the frequency by pressing the corresponding pushbuttons.
  • Page 59 To store stations in memory Stereo reception In the event that it is important to listen to a weak station or to a strong station Any FM station can be stored o i ^ n y The stereo indicator t£U3il3U lights up that is masked by terrain-induced noise button marked through...
  • Page 60 Reverse music search/rewind TAPE CASSETTE PLAYBACK Forward music search/fast forward To engage the reverse music search To engage the forward music search Cassette player operation feature, press the reverse music feature, press the forward music search/rewind button once. It is recommended to use only high search/fast forward button Q 2 9 once.
  • Page 61 Dolby B and C noise reduction Cassette eject If the cassette ejects during playback, this may be caused by binding of the To replay cassettes recorded using To remove a cassette, press the eject tape in the cassette. To eliminate this the Dolby B or C noise reduction sys­...
  • Page 62 The height of the antenna can be Automatic Antenna adjusted to any intermediate position The antenna switch can be actuated by actuating the antenna sw itch: with the radio switched on. • If the antenna switch is in the cen­ •...
  • Page 63 Driving Parking Brake Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Starting and Shifting Gears Coolant Temperature Gauge Manual Transmission Deceleration Shutoff Recommended Shift Points Low Engine Coolant Level for Manual Transmission Indicator Lamp Automatic Transmission Low Windshield and Headlamp Cruise Control Washer Fluid Level Indicator ABS (Antilock Brake System) Lamp Brake Pad W ear Indicator Lamp...
  • Page 64 Starting and Shifting Gears Warning! Keep driver’s foot area clear at all times. Objects stored in this area may impair pedal movement. Test the brakes briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear of other traffic. W arm up the engine smoothly.
  • Page 65 Automatic Transmission Accelerator position Partial throttle = early upshifting = The automatic transmission selects in­ normal acceleration dividual gears automatically, depend­ Full throttle = later upshifting = ing upon selector lever position, ve­ hicle speed and accelerator position. maximum acceleration Depressing the accelerator beyond full Driving: throttle to kickdown position means...
  • Page 66 Stopping “ N” Neutral. Important! No power is transmitted from the For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, Do not exceed the engine speed limits engine to the rear axle. When the leave the transmission engaged and for individual gear selections, which brakes are released, the vehicle control vehicle with the service brake.
  • Page 67 The speed can be increased (e.g. for Note: passing) by using the accelerator. As If the engine does not brake the ve­ soon as the accelerator is released, hicle sufficiently while driving on a the previously set speed will be re­ downgrade, the speed you set on the sumed automatically.
  • Page 68 At the instant one of the wheels is have the system checked. Have the brake system checked at about to lock up, you will feel a slight your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ pulsation in the brake pedal, indicating Warning! dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 69 If the indicator lamp comes on with If it comes on with the engine running, ized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as the engine running and at operating it indicates a light failure. soon as possible.
  • Page 70 Outside Temperature Indicator Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Lamp The temperature sensor is located in The fuel reserve warning lamp should The indicator lamp comes on with the the front bumper area. Due to its loca­ come on when the key is turned to tion, the sensor can be affected by key in steering lock position...
  • Page 71 MERCEDES- MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at the first BENZ servicing requirements. For de­ opportunity. tails refer to the Maintenance Booklet. An on-board test connection with pushbutton and light emitting diode (LED) is located on the engine com ­...
  • Page 72 • Test battery: Battery capacity Abroad, there is a widely-spread drops with decreasing ambient MERCEDES-BENZ service network at temperature. A well charged bat­ your disposal. If you plan to travel into tery ensures that the engine can areas which are not listed in the index always be started, even at low of your dealer directory, you should re­...
  • Page 73 Practical Hints Flood Emergency Operation of Checking Coolant Level Sliding Roof Adding Coolant Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap 84 Engine Oil Level Check Fuses Fluid Level - Automatic Trans­ Spark Plugs mission Battery First Aid Kit Tow-starting and Towing of Stowing Things in the Vehicle Vehicle Storage Compartment Below...
  • Page 74 W arning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is run­ ning. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. The engine is equipped with a tran­ sistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components (ignition coil, distributor, spark plug sock­...
  • Page 75 W arning! Checking Coolant Level • Use extreme caution when The coolant level can be checked opening the hood, if there are visually at the transparent coolant any signs of steam or coolant reservoir. leaking from the cooling To check the coolant level, the vehicle system.
  • Page 76 Engine Oil Level Check Add oil, if needed, only to the upper mark (max). Do The best time to check the engine oil not overfill the engine. level is when the oil is warm, such as during a fuel stop. With the vehicle on level ground, stop the engine and wait a few minutes for For viscosity and capacity, see “...
  • Page 77 Fluid Level - The fluid level in the transmission is Automatic Transmission dependent upon its temperature. The maximum and minimum fluid level Check the fluid level in the automatic marks on the dipstick are applicable transmission regularly and prior to an references only if the transmission extended trip.
  • Page 78 proximately 45°, lifting it slightly at the First Aid Kit Storage Compartment Below Trunk Floor hinged side and pulling it out to the The first aid kit is stored in the shelf rear. below the rear window. Roll back the trunk floor mat. Reach Warning! into the cut-out and lift up cover.
  • Page 79 For tire specifications, refer to “Tech­ Use only genuine MERCEDES-BENZ and may result in loss of control. nical Data” . wheel bolts (identified by Mercedes star).
  • Page 80 4. Using the combination wrench, away from the area under the lifted tire. Jack stands must be loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts. used when working under the vehicle. Always set parking 5. Sedan: Remove protective cap brake before raising vehicle from the jack support tube.
  • Page 81 13. Lower car, remove jack. Tire Inflation Pressure Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving 14. Sedan: Place protective cap into A table (see fuel filler flap or last page) comfort. Increased inflation pressures the jack support tube. lists the tire inflation pressures speci­...
  • Page 82 Fog lamp cover Headlamp Adjustment Headlamp Assembly Turn signal, parking, side marker Headlamp horizontal adjustment Correct headlamp adjustment is ex­ and standing lamp blub screw tremely important. Check and readjust Electrical connector for high and headlamps at regular intervals and Headlamp vertical adjustment low beam headlamp blub when a lamp has been replaced.
  • Page 83 Replacing bulbs: Bulb for turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp (21/5 W/32/3 cp): Compress retaining clip (4) and remove housing towards the front. Turn bulb socket (7) with bulb coun­ terclockwise and pull out. Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and Taillamp Assemblies Turn the taillamp bulb carrier lock in remove.
  • Page 84 High Mounted Stop Lamp License Plate Lamps (5 W bulb) Interior Lamps (21 W/32 cp bulb) Loosen both the securing screws (1), To replace the bulb, push the lamp To replace the bulb, pull tabs on both remove lamp and take out bulb. assembly to the right, lift off the cover sides (arrows) - using a screwdriver - on the left side with a screwdriver and...
  • Page 85 Glove Compartment Lamp Trunk Lamp (10 W bulb) Sun Visor Lamps (5 W bulb) (5 W bulb) To replace a bulb, pry off the cover by To gain access to the bulb, lift lens up inserting a screwdriver in the left and To replace, pull down cover and and pull it out.
  • Page 86 Emergency Operation of Sliding Manual Release of Fuel Filter Flap Coupe: Roof Pull the manual release knob behind Sedan: the right trunk panel while simultane­ The sliding roof can be opened or Bend the top of the right trunk panel ously opening the fuel filler flap.
  • Page 87 Spark Plugs To gain access to the fuses, release clamp ( ), lift the fuse box cover up This vehicle is equipped with spark and remove. plugs as required for driving in the Before replacing a blown fuse, deter­ USA. If additional information is des­ mine the cause of the short circuit.
  • Page 88 W arning! Coat battery terminal clamps with Battery acid-proof grease. Keep battery clean Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Check electrolyte level in each cell and dry. Do not allow this fluid to come in approximately every four weeks, and contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. The service life of the battery is also more frequently during the summer dependent on its condition of charge.
  • Page 89 Only tow-start the vehicle with the bat­ Towing a Vehicle with Autom atic/ tery connected and the key in steering Manual Transmission lock position We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment. Warning! This method is preferable to other When the engine is not running, the types of towing.
  • Page 90 Important! Jump Starting 4. Clamp one end of the second jum per cable to the grounded A discharged battery can freeze at if the battery is discharged the engine negative ( - ) terminal of the approx. - 1 0 ° C (+ 14°F). In that case can be started with jum per cables and charged battery and the final con­...
  • Page 91 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. the body cavities which will last for the avoid paint damage. Frequent w ash­ lifetime of the vehicle. Post-production The following topics deal with the ing, however, reduces and/or elim ina­...
  • Page 92 Engine Cleaning In the winter, thoroughly remove all Headlamp Cleaning System traces of road salt as soon as possible. Corrosion protection, such as MB anti­ The condition of the wiper blades is When washing the underbody, do not important for satisfactory cleaning of corrosion wax, should be applied to forget to clean the inner sides of the the headlamp lenses.
  • Page 93 Do not sit on damp upholstery. Quick drying is achieved by applying hot air - for ex­ ample, by using a hair dryer. If in doubt, please consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
  • Page 94 Rear Seat Cushion Ashtray To remove rear ashtray: Push the ashtray down while opening To remove front ashtray Removal: Push in locking tabs (1) (on and remove. left and right side of seat) and pull up S edan: Open ashtray against stop. seat at the front.
  • Page 95 Installing head restraints: Spare Parts Service Insert the head restraint and push it All authorized MERCEDES-BENZ down to the stop. dealers maintain a stock of original Check if the highest position can be spare parts required for maintenance reached. (Power head restraints: slide and repair work.
  • Page 96 Windshield W iper Blade R em oval: Fold wiper arm forward. Press safety tab down ( ), push wiper blade down­ ward ( ) 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 97 Press open the four flaps in the drip Automatic belt tensioner Use only those roof racks approved by rails, position roof rack supports MERCEDES-BENZ to avoid damage Crankshaft and screw them into the threaded to the vehicle. Follow m anufacturer’s bushings.
  • Page 99 Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Identification Plates Theft Prevention Vehicle Data Cards W arranty Coverage Technical Data 2 6 0 E 1 0 1 300 E, 300 CE Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Capacities Engine Oils Brake Fluid Premium Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Requirements Coolants...

  • Page 100: Identification Plates

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

  • Page 101: Theft Prevention

    Location of labels Bumper front/rear Engine hood Trunk lid Ail fenders All doors Engine*: on engine block, rear Transmission*: on transmission, left front • not shown in illustration Note: Theft Prevention Do not remove these labels. These This vehicle complies with the Federal labels are intended for parts identifica­...

  • Page 102: Vehicle Data Cards

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

  • Page 103: Technical Data 2 6 0

    Technical Data 260 E Model_______________________ 260 E (124026)’ Electrical System Alternator 14 V/70 A Starter motor 12 V/1.7 kW Engine Battery 12 V/62 Ah Engine type Spark plugs see last page Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, qasoline injection No. of cylinders W eights_____________________See certification tag Bore 82.90 mm (3.26 in)

  • Page 104: 300 Ce

    Technical Data 300 E, 300 CE Model 300 E (124030)' Electrical System ____________________________ 300 CE (124 050)’ 14 V /7 0 A Alternator Starter motor 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/62 Ah Battery Engine see last page Spark plugs Engine type Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection...

  • Page 105: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    Vehicle components and their respec­ tive lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recom­ mended by us. Inquire at your author­ ized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Engine with oil filter 6.0 I (6.3 US qt) SAE 40 may be used if ambient temperatures constantly exceed + 3 0 °C (+ 8 6 °F ).
  • Page 106 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacity Manual transmission fluid' Manual transmission 260 E, 300 E 1.51(1.6 US qt) Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90' Rear axle 1.1 I (1.2 US qt) MB Power steering fluid Power steering 1.01 (1.1 US qt) Accelerator control linkage Hydraulic fluid High temperature roller bearing grease...

  • Page 107: Engine Oils

    15%. Gasohol, It is recommended to use only brake in mountainous terrain. which contains 10% Ethanol and 90% fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. unleaded gasoline, can be used. Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ These blends must also meet all other...

  • Page 108: Coolants

    Coolants lower heat transfer capability of the strongly recommended for use in your The engine coolant is a mixture of car: MERCEDES-BENZ Anticorrosion/ solution. Therefore, do not use more water and MB anticorrosion/antifreeze, Antifreeze Agent. than this amount of anticorrosion/anti­...

  • Page 109: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information T readwear Temperature “A ” , “ B", “ C ” The treadwear grade is a comparative The temperature grades of “A ” (the This has been prepared as required of rating based on the wear rate of the highest), “...
  • Page 110 Vehicle Stopping Distance This figure indicates braking performance that can be met or exceeded by the vehicles to which it applies, under different conditions of loading and with partial failures on the braking system. The information presented represents results obtain­ able by skilled drivers under controlled road and vehicle conditions, and the information may not be correct under other conditions.
  • Page 111 Index...
  • Page 112 Air bag 42 Economical driving indicator Capacities 103 (ECONOMY) 70 Alarm system 30 Catalytic converter cautions 14 Emergency tensioning retractors Alloy wheels 91 Central locking system 29 Antenna 60, 91 Certification tag 98 (ETR) 38 Charge indicator lamp 67 Emission control 69 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 106 Arm rests 35 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 89...

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    Headlamps 47, 80 Jack 76 Maintenance 4 ,1 9 Headlamp washer 47 Jump starting 88 Manual transmission 62 Head restraints 31, 32, 33, 36, 93 front 3 1 ,3 2 ,3 3 ,9 3 Keys 27 Oil pressure gauge 67 rear 36 On-board diagnostic system Heated seats 37...
  • Page 114 Upholstery, cleaning 91 Seat belts 38 Technical data 101,102 Theft prevention 99 Warning system 38 Vanity mirrors 49 Tire chains 70 Seats 31, 32, 33, 92 V-belt 95,101, 102 Tire pressure 79 front 31, 32, 33 Vehicle data cards 100 Tires 17, 77, 107 rear 92 Vehicle identification no.
  • Page 115 To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer has trained when performing any maintenance work or repairs. technicians and original MERCEDES-BENZ parts to ser­ Improper or incomplete service may damage the vice your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality vehicle or its equipment, which may in turn result in service, see your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
  • Page 118 1 Fuel Supply: Turn fuel filler cap to Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip the left and hold on to it until pos­ sible pressure in tank has been re­ leased, then remove the cap. 2 Tire Inflation Pressure: Check at least every two weeks.
  • Page 119 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Autom atic Transmission: MB Automatic transmis­ • Fuel: Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). sion fluid. For level checks and replenishment, refer to page 75. Fuel tank capacity approx.
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