Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2010 Owner's Manual page 151

Refuelling
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Problems with the transmission
Problem
The transmission has
problems shifting gear.
The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no
longer changes gear.
Releasing the parking lock manually
In the event of an electrical fault, it is possible
to release the selector lever lock manually to
move it out of position P, e.g. if you wish to
tow the vehicle away.
Depress the parking brake firmly.
X
Prise out selector lever gaiter : with a flat,
X
blunt object, (e.g. a screwdriver wrapped in
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The transmission is losing oil.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
X
shop immediately.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into 2nd gear and reverse gear.
Stop the vehicle.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
X
Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock or press the Start/
X
Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instru-
ment cluster go out.
Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine.
X
Shift the transmission to position D or R.
X
If D is selected, the transmission shifts into 2nd gear; if R is
selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work-
X
shop immediately.
cloth) from the right-hand edge, pulling it
up and out.
Press release button ; down and simul-
X
taneously move the selector lever out of
position P.
The selector lever can now be moved freely
until it is returned to position P.
Refuelling
Important safety notes
G
Risk of explosion
Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames
and smoking are therefore prohibited when
handling fuels.
Switch off the engine before refuelling.
G Risk of injury
Do not come into contact with fuels.