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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 i MERCEDES-BENZ hilly country.
  • Page 3 Mercedes-Benz Owner’s Manual 1994 E 320...
  • Page 4 Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your Mercedes-Benz service station where you will receive...
  • Page 5 Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, we ask you to make a small investment of your time: •...
  • 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 If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this O wner’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The O w ner’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the 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: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip

    1000 miles (1500 km) at creased to the permissible authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, moderate vehicle and engine maximum. 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 rear window washer and wiper Instruments and Controls system For more detailed descriptions see Index. 16 Switch for rear window wiper 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 system 4 Hood lock release...

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    I / > . > « v f l « » 1 2 0 P R E M I U M U N L E A D E O F U E L O N L Y - 1 - ^ >...

  • 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 (should go out with the engine running unless) ABS malfunction. See Index Battery not being charged. See Index SRS malfunction.

  • Page 16: Catalytic Converter

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

  • Page 17: Starting And Turning Off

    Release key and back (-2 0 ° 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

    30 mph limits (see Index). carried out by an authorized (50 km/h) on a dry straight road. Mercedes-Benz dealer. After hard braking it is advisable Apply parking brake lightly while to drive on for some time, rather...
  • Page 19 As tread depth Have the brake system inspected approaches 1/ i 6 in (1.5 mm), at an authorized Mercedes-Benz the adhesion properties on a dealer immediately. wet road are sharply reduced. Install only brake pads and brake...
  • Page 20 packed snow, they can reduce Parking Aquaplaning your stopping distance as com­ Depending on the depth of the pared with summer tires. Stopping Warning! water layer on the road, aqua­ distance, however, is still con­ planing may occur, even at low To reduce the risk of personal siderably greater than when the speeds and with new tires.
  • Page 21 Winter Driving Instructions If the vehicle is parked after being Passenger Compartment driven on salt treated roads, the The most important rule for Warning! braking efficiency should be test­ slippery or icy roads is to drive ed as soon as possible after driv­ Always fasten items being sensibly and to avoid abrupt ac­...

  • Page 23: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Operation Automatic Climate Control Cargo Compartment below Car Keys Cargo Space Floor Opening the Doors and Retractable Luggage Cover Tailgate and Partition Net Locking and Unlocking of Rear-Facing Bench Seat Doors and Tailgate Loading Instructions Cargo Tie-Down Eyelets Tailgate Central Locking System Steering Lock Anti-Theft Alarm System Exterior Lamp Switch...
  • Page 24 Heating, 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 Dust Filter Air Recirculation Dust particles (down to a certain size) and pollen Press symbol side of switch = the air re­ ■ are filtered out before outside air enters the passen­ circulation mode is engaged. The indicator ger compartment through the air distribution system. lamp in the switch lights up.
  • Page 26 Function Setting 0 | 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). •...
  • Page 27 Bi-Level 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 t o | l or O ■ In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the windshield, foot area, and to outlets (8).
  • Page 28 f g j Defrost Heated air is directed to the windshield and adjustable air outlets (8) independent of the positions of the temperature selector wheel. Defrost plus Automatic Fan blows air at increasing speed as engine coolant rises to operating temperature. ] Defrost Defrost plus Maximum fan speed...
  • Page 29 The master 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 [P76-0027-B13 Locking and Unlocking of Doors When the rear door and tailgate Opening the Doors and Tailgate and Tailgate lock buttons are down, the rear From outside: pull handle (1) doors and the tailgate cannot be From the outside: turn key. outwards.
  • Page 31 Tailgate Important! Central Locking System Only drive with the tailgate closed In case of danger, the closed The entire vehicle may be locked as otherwise exhaust fumes may tailgate can be opened with the or unlocked with the central enter the vehicle interior. inside or outside lock button.
  • Page 32 Turn the master key completely to the key is inserted in the steering lock without having been turned the right (4) and let it return to the vertical position. Now the tailgate (key in position 0). can only be unlocked with the Tailgate master key by turning it left to position 2, to permit unlocking via...
  • Page 33 Power Windows and Sliding/ Note: Pop-Up Roof If the closing procedure is inter­ Hold key in door lock in the rupted, it can only be continued by locking position (3) or in tailgate in first turning the key to the un­ the separate locking position (4).
  • Page 34 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 15 seconds after time an alarm horn will sound locking either door or the tailgate intermittently for 60 seconds, with any of your vehicle’s keys.
  • Page 35 Power Seats, Front Seat and head restraint adjust­ ment: The switches are located in each front door. A Seat cushion adjustment. B Seatback adjustment. Warning! C Head restraint adjustment. Do not adjust the driver’s seat Adjust head restraint to support while driving.
  • Page 36 the same seat/head restraint/ Important! steering wheel can be program­ Prior to operating the vehicle, the med into memory by pushing first driver should adjust the seat button D and then ” 2 ” . height for proper vision as well as Recalling seat/head restraint/ fore/aft placement and seat back steering wheel positions stored in...
  • Page 37 Some models may be equipped The side bolsters of the backrest with orthopedic seats. These seats can be adjusted with push button have inflatable air cushions built (5): into the backrest to provide addi­ • pushing forward - tional lumbar and side support. increase side support, The amount of cushion height and •...
  • Page 38 Note: To move the armrest between positions 2 and 3, it may be necessary 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 39 Adjusting Telescopic Steering Warning! Column Do not adjust the steering Turn key in steering lock to posi­ wheel while driving. Adjusting tion 1 or 2 (with the driver's or the steering wheel while front passenger’s door open, the driving could cause the driver telescopic steering column can be to lose control of the vehicle.
  • Page 40 Heater operation: Notes: Push in upper switch portion; When in operation, the seat heater consumes a large amount of position 1 = normal heating power. It is advisable not to use mode, one indicator lamp lights the seat heater longer than ne­ cessary.
  • Page 41 Seat Belts and Supplemental Warning! Warning! Restraint System (SRS) Never ride in a moving vehicle Failure to wear and properly Your vehicle is equipped with seat with the seat back reclined. fasten and position your seat belts for all seats, emergency ten­ Sitting in an excessively re­...
  • Page 42 Split rear seat bench Rear-facing bench seat Fastening of Seat Belts For safety reasons, avoid ad­ 1 Latch plate justing the seat or seat back into Pull belt with latch plate (1) across 2 Buckle positions which could affect the shoulder and lap so that the lap 3 Release button correct seat belt position.
  • Page 43 Operation: The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during sudden vehicle stops or when quickly pulling on the belt. The locking function of the reel may be checked by quickly pullinq out the belt. The emergency tensioning retrac­ tors tighten the fastened front seat belts during frontal and front­...
  • Page 44 To tighten the belt: With the latch plate engaged, pull the loose end of the belt. To lengthen the belt: With the belt unfastened, turn the latch plate so that it is a little more than 90° perpendicular to the belt, then extend the belt.
  • Page 45 Warning! That would increase the • Pregnant women should chance of head and neck also use a lap-shoulder belt. USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. injuries. The belt would also The lap belt portion should • Each occupant should wear apply too much force to the be positioned as low as their seat belt at all times, ribs or abdomen, which...
  • Page 46 Supplemental Restraint System Emergency Tensioning • According to accident sta­ Retractor (ETR) (SRS) tistics, children are safer when properly restrained in The seat belts for the front seats The SRS uses two crash severity the rear seating positions are equipped with emergency ten­ levels (thresholds) to activate than in the front seating sioning retractors.
  • Page 47 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 48 We strongly recom­ We caution you not to rely on mend that you visit an authorized the presence of an airbag in Mercedes-Benz dealer imme­ order to avoid wearing your seat diately to have the system belt. checked; otherwise the ” SRS”...
  • Page 49 Warning! Since the airbag inflates with • Infants and small children considerable speed and force, should only be seated in a It is very important for your a proper seating position will rear seat and be properly safety to always be in a pro­ keep you in a safe distance secured in a child restraint perly seated position and to...
  • Page 50 ”SRS” must therefore only be performed by an autho­ material, badges etc. over • Damaged belts or belts that rized Mercedes-Benz dealer. the steering wheel hub or were highly stressed in an front passenger airbag accident must be replaced • When scrapping the airbag cover and installation of unit or emergency tension­...
  • Page 51 Consult your authorized 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 52 Split Rear Bench Seat position (move front seat for­ is to be folded, then the lug­ gage cover unit must be re­ ward a little, if necessary). The rear seat can be folded to moved first (see Luggage 4. Pull head restraint up to its increase the cargo area.
  • Page 53 Folding the backrest forward: Warning! When folding the backrest forward, In an accident, during hard the hinge pins must rest in the braking or sudden maneuvers, brackets at the backrest. It is not loose items will be thrown necessary to remove the head re­ around inside the vehicle, and straints before folding the backrest can cause injury to vehicle...
  • Page 54 Retractable Luggage Cover Partition net: Cargo Compartment below and Partition Net Cargo Space Floor Pull out upper blind (safety net) The twin-reel roller blind com­ and engage into eyelets on the An additional cargo compartment roof. This is a particularly impor­ below the cargo space floor is prises a luggage cover and a partition net.
  • Page 55 Note: Rear-Facing Seat Cushion - Rear-Facing Bench Seat Removal and Installation If the rear-facing bench seat is to The rear-facing bench seat can be unfolded to enlarge the seating be occupied, the forward-facing By removing the rear-facing seat split rear bench seat must be cushion, if so equipped, an area.
  • Page 56 rests, and fasten them as securely as possible. The heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept as low as possible since it influences the handling characteristics of the vehicle. Warning! Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible.
  • Page 57 Notes: 1 Steering is unlocked. (If necessary, move steering A warning will sound when the wheel slightly to allow the key driver’s door is opened with the to be turned clockwise to key in steering lock position 1 position 1.) or 0.
  • Page 58 Standing Lamps When the vehicle is parked on the Parking lamps (includes street the standing lamps (right or side marker lamps, left side parking lamps) can be taillamps, license plate turned on, making the vehicle lamps, instrument panel more visible to passing vehicles. lamps) The standing lamps can only be Canada only:...
  • Page 59 6 Control for • windshield washer system • headlamp cleaning system (will work only with exterior lan^ ^ vitch in position ET3 Canada only: Also in position E l when the engine is running) When the washer system is activated, the wiper also operates for a limited time.
  • Page 60 Blocked Windshield Wiper Windshield Washer Fluid Mixing Ratio If the windshield wiper becomes blocked (for example, due to For temperatures above freezing: snow), switch off the wiper motor. MB Windshield Washer For safety reasons before re­ Concentrate ” S ” and water moving ice or snow, remove key 1 part ”...
  • Page 61 Inside and Exterior Rear View Mirrors Inside Rear View Mirror Use your inside mirror to deter­ mine the size and distance of objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror. P 8 1-0044-013 Antiglare Night Position Automatic adjustment Manual adjustment With the key in steering lock posi­...
  • Page 62 Turn key in steering lock to Note: position 2. The exterior mirrors have elec­ trically heated glass. The heater First select the mirror to be switches on automatically, de­ adjusted - turn switch: pending on outside temperature. 1 Left mirror 2 Right mirror If the mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its normal position, it...
  • Page 63 in center console, front rear ashtrays Lighter Turn key in steering lock to A shtrays To remove ashtray from center position 1 or 2. console: By touching the top of the Push sliding knob (1) toward the Push in lighter (1); it will pop out cover lightly, the ashtray opens right to eject the insert.
  • Page 64 Rear Window Defroster Note: The switch is located in the center The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep console. the battery drain to a minimum, Turn key in steering lock to turn off the defroster as soon as position 1 or 2.
  • Page 65 Entrance Lamps, Exit Lamps in Doors The lamps are switched on and off by the door contact switches. Note: To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged, do not leave doors open for a long period of time. P82-0043-B13 Interior Lamps The switch for the rear dome lamps has three positions.
  • Page 66 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 Emergency Operation in Index. position 1 or 2. Activate switch. The sliding roof can also be 1 to slide roof open closed with the key while locking 2 to slide roof closed...
  • Page 67 Sun Visors Vanity mirror: Lockable Storage C om partm ent Swing sun visors down to protect With the visor engaged in its inner A lockable storage compartment is against sun glare. mounting, the lamp can be located in the center console, switched on by opening the cover.
  • Page 68 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 69 For further information and instal­ telephone while driving a lation contact your authorized Note: vehicle. Whether or not Mercedes-Benz dealer. To retract the antenna (e.g. when prohibited by law, for safety entering a car wash) both radio reasons, the driver should not...
  • Page 71 Driving Drinking and Driving Low Windshield and Parking Brake Fleadlamp Washer System Driving Off Fluid Level Warning Lamp Automatic Transmission Outside Temperature Indicator 80 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...

  • Page 72: 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 73 Automatic Transmission the brake until ready to drive. The Accelerator position 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 74 However, neither The parking lock is an ad­ the engine nor transmission are covered by the Mercedes-Benz ditional safeguard to the park­ Limited Warranty. negatively affected by this mode of ing brake when parking the operation.
  • Page 75 Do not exceed the vehicle speed Depending on the degree of the Stopping limits for individual gear selec­ incline, shift selector lever to a For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, tions, which are indicated by lower gear range early enough to leave the transmission in gear and marks (I, II, III etc.) on the circum­...

  • Page 76: Cruise Control

    If a set speed is to be increased or have the system checked at decreased slightly, e.g. to adapt to your authorized Mercedes-Benz the traffic flow, hold lever in posi­ dealer as soon as possible. tion 1 or 2 until the desired speed...
  • Page 77 As soon as the grade eases, the covered by the Mercedes-Benz ing roads or in heavy traffic cruise controlled speed will again Limited Warranty.
  • Page 78 Turn off engine imme­ dition occur, the poly-V-belt must diately and contact an authorized be replaced before continuing to Mercedes-Benz dealer. Do not operate the vehicle. Otherwise, the operate the car until the condition engine will overheat due to an is repaired.
  • Page 79 2, a dim indicator lamp comes damage that is not covered by the and should go out when the on and must go out with the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. engine is running. engine running. In addition to the warning lamp,...
  • Page 80 Doing so may cause serious Stay away from the engine engine damage which is not if you see or hear steam covered by the Mercedes-Benz coming from it. Turn off the Limited Warranty. engine and do not stand near the car until it cools...
  • Page 81 You the engine compartment. covered by the Mercedes-Benz can be seriously burned. Limited Warranty. The reservoir for the rear window washing system is located behind the panel on the RH side in the compartment.
  • Page 82 Have the brake system checked at tion 2. The brake warning lamp Adaptation to ambient temperature an authorized Mercedes-Benz comes on dimly, and should go dealer as soon as possible. takes place in steps and depends out when the engine is running.
  • Page 83 Have the system checked at your To alert following vehicles to driving. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer slippery road conditions you as soon as possible. discover, operate your hazard warning flashers as appropriate.
  • Page 84 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 85: Snow Chain Switch

    Driving with Snow Chains This mode is effective at speeds up to 25 mph (40 km/h). When driving with snow chains, It remains stored in memory up to press the upper half of the snow 37 mph (60 km/h) and automati­ chain switch, located on the in­...
  • Page 86 Mercedes-Benz servicing re­ least one window fully open. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer quirements. For details refer to the as soon as possible.
  • Page 87 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 88 Remove chains as soon as Control (ASR): Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized possible when driving on roads Mercedes-Benz dealer will be glad When driving with snow chains, without snow. to advise you on this subject. press the snow chain switch, refer to Index.
  • Page 89 Practical Hints Hood Exterior Lamps Checking Coolant Level Fuses Adding Coolant Towing the Vehicle Reservoirs for Windshield Jump Starting Washer and Headlamp Cleaning and Care of the Cleaning Systems Vehicle Checking Engine Oil Level Head Restraints Checking Automatic Replacing Wiper Blades Transmission Fluid Level Emergency Operation of First Aid Kit...
  • Page 90 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 91 To check the coolant level, the Warning! vehicle must be parked on level • Use extreme caution when ground. opening the hood if there The coolant level must reach: are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the The marking (2, arrow) on the cooling system.
  • Page 92 Reservoirs for Windshield Oil level must be between Washer and Headlamp Cleaning the lower (min) and Systems upper (max) mark of the s dipstick. The reservoir for the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning systems is located in the engine compartment. Do not overfill the engine.
  • Page 93 Two sets of maximum and mini­ Mercedes-Benz dealer check the mum fluid level marks on the dip­ transmission fluid level. stick are applicable references only if the transmission fluid has The transmission fluid level should either reached its normal operat­...
  • Page 94 Spare Wheel, Vehicle Tools The spare wheel and vehicle tools are stored behind the LH panel in the cargo area. Note: Before opening the LH panel, place cargo tie-down eyelet (1) flat on the floor. First Aid Kit The first aid kit (1) is stored behind the RH panel in the cargo area.
  • Page 95 The jack is stored behind the RH Warning! panel in the cargo area. The jack is designed exclu­ See illustration for proper storage sively for jacking up the ve­ of jack. hicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Before storing the jack, the jack arm (1) must be lowered almost to To help avoid personal injury,...
  • Page 96 See your authorized tained damage, replace them. on the rear axle. Mercedes-Benz dealer for further When replacing rims, use only information. Rims and tires must be of the genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel same size.
  • Page 97 Important! Warning! Unidirectional snow tires must The jack is designed exclu­ always be mounted with arrow on sively for jacking up the ve­ tire sidewall pointing in direction of hicle at the jack tubes built vehicle forward movement. into either side of the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, Note: use the jack only to lift the ve­...
  • Page 98 9. Unscrew wheel bolts com­ To avoid paint damage, place wheel on a hill, place chocks wheel flat against hub and on the downhill side blocking pletely. Keep bolt threads hold it there while installing protected from dirt and sand. both wheels of the other axle.
  • Page 99 Overinflating tires can result in lighter loads and are perfectly for Mercedes-Benz recommended 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 100 Battery Only charge a battery with a Warning! battery charger after the battery The battery is a low maintenance Never lean over batteries has been disconnected from the type. Check electrolyte level in while connecting, you might vehicle electrical circuit. each cell every 15 000 miles get injured.
  • Page 101 P54 0162 822 Exterior Lamps Headlamp Assembly Headlamp cover When replacing bulbs, install only Turn signal, parking, side 1 Headlamp horizontal adjust­ 12 volt bulbs with the specified ment screw marker and standing lamp watt rating. bulb 2 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw Electrical connector for high and low beam headlamp bulb...
  • Page 102 Replacing bulbs: Bulb for high and low beam Turn Signal, Parking, Side (HB2 [60/55 W]) Marker and Standing Lamp When replacing halogen bulbs do (21/5 W / 32/3 cp bulb) not touch glass portion of bulb Bulb for fog lamp with bare hands.
  • Page 103 Adjusting Headlamp Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. To check and readjust a headlamp do the following: • Park unloaded vehicle on level surface. Check surface with carpenter’s level. • Move retaining clamps (5) aside and remove cover. Note: Horizontal headlamp aim normally never changes and needs readjustment only after Vertical headlamp aim:...
  • Page 104 To replace taillamp bulbs, open tailgate and press the clips of the lamp carrier together and remove. To replace, depress bulb, turn counterclockwise and remove. High Mounted Stop Lamp Taillamp Assemblies (21 W/32 cp bulb) 1 Stop lamp Press cover together at the (21 W/32 cp bulb) textured areas on either side of 2 Turn signal lamp...
  • Page 105 To gain access to the fuses, release clamp (1), lift the fuse box cover up and remove. 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 replacement.
  • Page 106 We recommend that the vehicle Warning! be transported using flat bed With the engine not running, equipment. This method is prefer­ there is no power assistance able to other types of towing. for the braking and steering The vehicle may be towed with all systems.
  • Page 107 Jump Starting Important! not touch any other metal while the other end is still attached. If the battery is discharged, the 3. Clamp one end of the first engine should only be started with jumper cable to the positive Important! jumper cables and the (12 V) ( + ) terminal of the discharged A discharged battery can freeze at...
  • Page 108 Frequent washing, Cleaning and Care of the recommended by Mercedes-Benz Vehicle however, reduces and/or elimi­ because of the possibility of nates the aggressiveness and incompatibility between materials potency of the above adverse used in the production process Warning! influences.
  • Page 109 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 110 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 111 Paintwork, Painted Body Do not apply any of these pro­ Light Alloy Wheels ducts or wax if your car is parked Components 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 112 Removing rear seat head restraints: Pull the head restraint up to its highest position. Depress the release button (2) next to the left head restraint post and pull out the head restraint. Installing rear seat head restraints: Insert the head restraint, push it down and adjust as desired.
  • Page 113 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 tabs (3) on the wiper arm and slide into end of wiper arm. Then press safety tab upward until it locks in place.
  • Page 114 Remove small access plug in left sidepanel of cargo area. Insert socket wrench (from tool kit) through opening in panel and place on the hexdrive of the electric motor. Turn socket wrench (manually) to open or close roof as desired. To slide the roof closed or to raise the roof at the rear: turn clockwise.
  • Page 115 Use only roof racks approved by Installation: and/or placing luggage above it, to Mercedes-Benz. They mount to prevent damage to the sliding roof the roof railings and do not require 1. Loosen knurled-head screws (2) panel.
  • Page 116 Spare Parts Service All authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300,000 different spare parts, even for older models, are available.
  • Page 117 Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Consumer Information Identification Plates Vehicle Data Card Warranty Coverage Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Capacities Engine Oils Engine Oil Additives Air Conditioner Refrigerant Brake Fluid Premium Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Requirements Gasoline Additives Coolants Consumer Information Problems with your Vehicle Reporting Safety Defects...

  • Page 118: Identification Plates

    1 Certification Tag (left door pillar) 2 Identification Tag 3 Vehicle Identification No. 4 Engine No. 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 specify vehicle identification and engine numbers.

  • Page 119: Vehicle Data Card

    Owner’s Service and Service and Warranty Policy Warranty Policy Booklet, and your Booklet, have your authorized authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer Mercedes-Benz dealer arrange for will exchange or repair any a replacement. It will be mailed to defective parts in accordance with you.

  • Page 120: Technical Data

    Technical Data E 320 (124 092)1 Rims - Tires Model Rims Engine__________________ 104 (light alloy rims) 61/2J x 15 H 2 1.9 in (48 mm) Wheel offset Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection Summer tires: 195/65 R 15 91 H Radial-ply tires No.
  • Page 121 Technical Data Weights_______________ See certification tag Main Dimensions Roof load on roof Overall vehicle length 188.2 in (4780 mm) rails max. 220 lb (100 kg) Overall vehicle width 68.5 in (1740 mm) Roof load on protective Overall height 59.8 in (1520 mm) strips (distributed over Wheel base 110.2 in (2800 mm)

  • Page 122: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc

    Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Recommended engine oils Engine with oil filter 7.9 US qt (7.5 I)
  • Page 123 Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Windshield washer and approx. 5.3 US qt (5.0 I) headlamp cleaning system MB Windshield washer concentrate S 1 Rear window washer system approx. 2.6 US qt (2.5 I) Fuel tank approx. 19.0 US gal (72 I) Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted including a reserve of approx.

  • Page 124: Engine Oils

    Mercedes-Benz absorption of moisture from the • avoid full throttle driving and Limited Warranty. atmosphere. Under extremely hard...

  • Page 125: Fuel Requirements

    Fuel Requirements The ratio of Methanol to gasoline Gasoline Additives must not exceed 3% plus addi­ Use only Premium unleaded A major concern among engine tional cosolvents. meeting ASTM standard D 439. manufacturers is carbon build up Using mixtures of Ethanol and Me­ caused by gasoline.

  • Page 126: Coolants

    Coolants Therefore, do not use more than strongly recommended for use in The engine coolant is a mixture of your car: Mercedes-Benz Anti­ this amount of anticorrosion/anti­ water and MB anticorrosion/anti­ corrosion/Antifreeze Agent. freeze. freeze, which provides:...

  • Page 127: Consumer Information

    tions of their use, however, and Consumer Information ability to dissipate heat when may depart significantly from the tested under controlled conditions This has been prepared as norm due to variations in driving on a specified indoor laboratory required of all manufactures of habits, service practices and test wheel.

  • Page 128: Problems With Your Vehicle

    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.:...

  • Page 129: Reporting Safety Defects

    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 Capacities: Fuels, coolants, Doors ABS 73, 81 lubricants etc. 120 Locking and unlocking 28 Acceleration slip control (ASR) 82 Catalytic converter 14 Opening the doors 28 Air conditioner refrigerant 122 Drinking and driving 70 Cellular telephone 67 Airbag 45 Central locking system 29 Alarm system 27, 32 Driving instructions 16 Check regularly and before a long...
  • Page 133 First aid kit 92 Identification plates 116 Outside temperature indicator 80 Fluid level for windshield and Indicator lamp symbols 13 headlamp washer system low Instrument cluster 12 Parking brake 1 5 - 1 6 ,1 8 ,6 1 , Interior lamps 63 7 0 - 7 1 , 73, 80, 82, 91, 93, 95, Fuel Fuel requirements 123...
  • Page 134 Tailgate Vanity mirrors 65 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Vehicle data card 117 Locking and unlocking of 28 emergency tensioning retractor Opening the tailgate 28 - 30 Vehicle jack 93 and airbag 48 Seat belts and warning system 39 Technical data 118 Vehicle tools 92 Sliding roof...
  • 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 1 Fuel Supply: To add fuel turn Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then re­ move the cap. 2 Tire Inflation Pressure: Check at least every two weeks.
  • Page 139 What You Should Know at the Gas Station Coolant: • Fuel: For normal replenishment, use water (potable Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted water quality). Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/ Fuel tank capacity approx. 19.0 US gal (72 I). antifreeze), refer to Index.
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