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Mercedes-Benz E-class 300TD 1998 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 E-class E 300TD E 320 Operator’s Manual E 430...
  • Page 2 We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have subjected these parts to a special test in which their reliability, safety and their special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles have been determined.
  • Page 3 Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time: •...
  • Page 4 Important Notice for California Retail Buyers of Mercedes-Benz Automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc. or its authorized dealer fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle.
  • Page 5 The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals. Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 Approximately 30 days or 2 000 miles (2 000 km) prior to the next recommended service, the remaining distance or days are displayed in the multifunction indicator. See Flexible Service System (FSS) in Index. We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, in accordance with the Service Booklet.
  • Page 8 Introduction Rear Passenger Compartment Steering Lock Adjustable Air Outlet Combination Switch Product information Car keys Headlamp Cleaning System Operator's manual Start Lock-out Exterior Lamp Switch Consumer Information Central Locking System Night Security Illumination Problems with your vehicle Radio Frequency and Inside Rear View Mirror Reporting Safety Defects Infrared Remote Control...
  • Page 9 Winter Driving Driving off Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap Snow Chains Automatic Transmission Roof Rack Traveling Abroad Cruise Control MERCEDES-BENZ Spare Part Service Practical Hints Parking Assist (Parktronic) Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive Multifunction Indicator 106 Technical Data. Fuels, Language Selection Hood 107 Coolants, Lubricants etc.
  • Page 10 Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see Index For adjustment of air outlets, refer to Automatic Climate Control (see Index). Rear seat heater restraint switch Side defroster outlet Hazard warning flasher switch Left front Parktronic warning Indicator Central locking switch Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system Side air outlet, adjustable Right front seat heater switch Air volume control for side outlet...
  • Page 12 Left turn signal indicator lamp (green) ASR, ESP or ETS warning lamp (yellow). See Index Speedometer Trip odometer. See Index Outside temperature indicator. See Index Main odometer Clock. See Index 8-11 Multifunction indicator, or FSS indicator. See Index 8-11 Right turn signal indicator lamp (green) Tachometer.
  • Page 13 Multifunction Indicator Engine oil level low. See Index If a malfunction occurs, the appropriate warning symbol appears, Coolant level low. See Index supplemented by a message in the field normally occupied by the displays for outside temperature, odometers, and clock. Battery not being charged properly.
  • Page 14 Additional Lamp Symbols in the Instrument Function Indicator Lamps in the Instrument Cluster Cluster, and Warnings in the Multifunction Indicator Fasten seat belts. See Index. High beam Brake fluid low (except Canada). Parking brake engaged. Preglow (Diesel engine only). See Index See Index.
  • Page 15 Catalytic Converter Caution! Warning! Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with To prevent damage to the catalytic As with any vehicle, do not idle, park monolithic type catalytic converters, an converters, use only premium unleaded or operate this vehicle in areas where important element in conjunction with gasoline in this vehicle.
  • Page 16 Starting recommend that an engine block heater be installed. Your authorized Do not depress accelerator. Mercedes-Benz dealer will advise you on this subject. Briefly turn electronic key in steering lock clockwise to the stop and release. The starter will engage until the engine is running.
  • Page 17 Starting preglow system is defective and should be repaired at your authorized Turn electronic key to steering lock Mercedes-Benz dealer at the earliest position 2. Preglow indicator lamp possible date. should come on with cold engine. The preglow process starts. When the...
  • Page 18 Mercedes-Benz dealer. towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz or tire dealer for repairs. It can also result in the brakes Install only brake pads and brake...
  • Page 19 Caution! Specified tire pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if When driving down long and steep the tires are subjected to high loads grades, relieve the load on the brakes (e.g. high speeds, heavy loads, high by shifting into a lower gear to use the ambient temperatures).
  • Page 20 Tire Traction Tire Speed Rating Parking Warning! The safe speed on a wet, snow covered Your vehicle is factory equipped with or icy road is always lower than on a dry "H"-rated tires, which have a European To reduce the risk of personal injury road.
  • Page 21 "N". Try to keep the vehicle transmission that is not covered by the the vehicle with engine running. under control by corrective steering Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Otherwise, deadly carbon monoxide action. (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior Passenger Compartment...
  • Page 23 Operation...
  • Page 24 Air volume control for center air outlets, turn wheel up to open. Air volume control for side air outlet. To open air outlets: Turn wheel to position To open defroster outlets: Turn wheel to position Center air outlet, adjustable Side air outlet, adjustable Side defroster outlets Display and Controls The automatic climate control removes...
  • Page 25 Basic Setting - Automatic Mode Press left and right button for automatic mode. Simultaneously press both buttons for temperature setting of 72°F. Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically. This setting can be used all year Display and Controls Activated charcoal filter around.
  • Page 26 Special Settings Rear Window Defroster Air Distribution (use only for short duration) Turn electronic key in steering lock to Defogging Windows position 2. Switch off button. To select, press button. Press button repeatedly until the To cancel, press button again. requested symbol is displayed.
  • Page 27 Air Recirculation Dust Filter Activated Charcoal Filter This mode can be selected to temporarily Nearly all dust particles and pollen are To select, press button. reduce the entry of annoying odors or filtered out before outside air enters the To cancel, press button again.
  • Page 28 Residual Engine Heat Utilization Front Center Console Compartment Ventilation With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue heating the interior The front center console compartment for a short while. has its own air outlet. Air volume and distribution are To open: Push lever down.
  • Page 29 Car Keys The remote control (1) operates all locks on the car. Included with your vehicle are: The mechanical keys (2) work only in • 2 electronic main keys with the driver's door, trunk, and storage integrated radio frequency and compartment locks.
  • Page 30 In case the engine cannot be started, compartment locks. the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or To use the mechanical key (2), remove call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes. it from its electronic reserve key (1).
  • Page 31 Central Locking System Radio Frequency and Infrared Remote Control The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control. Due to the extended operational range of the remote control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button.
  • Page 32 Locking and Unlocking is not inserted in the steering lock, or the central locking switch is not Unlocking: activated, the vehicle will automatically lock. Press transmit button . All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that Locking: the vehicle is unlocked. Press transmit button once.
  • Page 33 Opening the Trunk Opening and Closing Windows from Warning! Outside Never operate the windows if there is A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft the possibility of anyone being (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk Aim transmitter eye (5) of remote harmed by the opening or closing lid.
  • Page 34 Mechanical Keys Note: For operation in the USA only: This The entire vehicle may be locked or device complies with Part 15 of the unlocked by using either the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the mechanical key in driver's door or following two conditions: trunk lock, or central locking switch located in center console.
  • Page 35 Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually. To lock, turn mechanical key in driver's door lock to position 3 or push down lock buttons. To unlock, turn mechanical key in driver's door lock to position 2 or pull up lock buttons Doors...
  • Page 36 If the vehicle was previously locked With the automatic central locking with the central locking switch, while system activated, the doors and trunk in the selective remote control mode, are locked at vehicle speeds of approx. only the door opened from the inside is 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
  • Page 37 Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors and trunk can be locked and unlocked individually. To lock, turn key to position 3 or push down lock buttons. To unlock, turn key to position 2 or pull up lock buttons.
  • Page 38 Warning! When locking doors or trunk, turn mechanical key in door lock or trunk Never close the windows or lock to position 3 and hold. The sliding/pop-up roof if there is the windows and the sliding/popup roof possiblity of anyone being harmed begin to close automatically after by the closing procedure.
  • Page 39 Antitheft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately 2 minutes in the form of flashing exterior The antitheft alarm is automatically lamps. At the same time an alarm will armed or disarmed with the remote sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will control or any of your vehicle's stay on even if the activating element mechanical keys by locking or...
  • Page 40 Power Seats, Front Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 (with the driver's or Warning! passenger's door open, the power seats can also be operated with the electronic Do not adjust the driver's seat while key removed or in steering lock driving.
  • Page 41 Synchronizing Head Restraints rear view mirrors can be programmed into memory by pushing first memory If the power supply was interrupted button (6) and then "2", respectively (battery disconnected or empty), the "3". power seats and head restraints are no longer adjusted automatically.
  • Page 42 Mercedes-Benz child restraint system, which is Both the inside and outside rear view authorized BabySmart™ compatible...
  • Page 43 The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied with regulators (1, 2 and 3) after turning the electronic key in steering lock to position 2. The side bolsters of the backrest can be adjusted with rocker switch (4): •...
  • Page 44 Heated Seats (optional) Note: The front seat heaters can be When in operation, the seat heater switched on with the electronic key in consumes a large amount of electrical steering lock positions 1 or 2. power. It is not advisable to use the seat heater longer than necessary.
  • Page 45 Note: The steering wheel position can be stored in memory together with the seat/head restraint and exterior rear view mirror positions, see Index. Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Armrest, Rear Bench Adjustable Steering Wheel...
  • Page 46 Head Restraints, Rear Cargo Tie-Down Hooks Placing head restraints upright: Pull head restraint forward until it locks in Folding head restraints backward (with position. Inside the trunk are four cargo tie-down engine running): hooks. Press symbol-side of rocker switch to Inclination of head restraints: release the head restraints.
  • Page 47 Your vehicle is equipped with seat never ride in the front seat, except in a not properly secured in the child belts for all seats, emergency Mercedes-Benz authorized restraint. tensioning retractors for the front seat BabySmart™ compatible child seat, belts, as well as front and side impact which operates with the BabySmart™...
  • Page 48 Seat Belt Warning System With the electronic key in steering lock position 2, a warning sounds for a short time if the driver's seat belt is not fastened. Warning! Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident.
  • Page 49 Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. Each occupant should wear • their seat belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, including rollovers. "SRS" (driver airbag, front passenger airbag, side impact airbags), "ETR"...
  • Page 50 Special child seats, designed for use around a person and objects. Otherwise they will be struck by the with the Mercedes-Benz system and • Belts should not be worn twisted. airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this available at any authorized Mercedes-...
  • Page 51 You must see an lamp remains illuminated. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer Seat belt fastened before using any child seat. Please be sure to check the indicator • first threshold exceeded: ETR activates every time you use the special system •...
  • Page 52 Emergency Tensioning The emergency tensioning retractors In cases of other frontal impacts, Retractor (ETR) are designed to activate only when the angled impacts, roll-overs, certain side seat belts are fastened during frontal impacts, or other accidents without The seat belts for the front seats are impacts exceeding the first threshold of sufficient frontal or rear impact forces, equipped with emergency tensioning...
  • Page 53 Airbags The side impact airbags are located in monitor the components and circuitry the doors. In conjunction with wearing of the airbag system and will indicate a Driver airbag the seat belts with emergency malfunction by coming on again. Front passenger airbag tensioning retractors, the airbags can Side impact airbag provide increased protection for the...
  • Page 54 Only the side airbag on the mend that you visit an authorized be activated. impacted side of the vehicle deploys. Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately The side impact airbag for the front to have the system checked; We caution you not to rely on the passenger deploys only if the seat is otherwise the "SRS"...
  • Page 55 • Sit properly belted in an upright except in a Mercedes-Benz position with your back against authorized BabySmart™ The service life of the airbags extends the seat back.
  • Page 56 An airbag system component • with an "SRS" by alerting him to the Mercedes-Benz dealer. within the steering wheel gets applicable section in the Owner's hot after the airbag has inflated. Manual.
  • Page 57 Position shoulder restraint tether anchorage hardware is belt across chest and shoulder, not attached to the tool kit located in the Children 12 years old and under must trunk. never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized...
  • Page 58 electronic key to be turned clockwise Notes: to position 1.) Most electrical consumers can be A warning sounds when the driver's operated. For detailed information door is opened with the electronic key see respective subjects. in steering lock position 1 or 0. Gasoline engine: Driving position.
  • Page 59 Control for windshield wiper/washer system: Push briefly for single wipe without adding washer fluid (use only when windshield is wet) Push past detent and hold to activate wiper and washer Windshield wiper 0 Wiper off I Intermittent wiping (optional rain sensor: One initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor...
  • Page 60 Windshield and Headlamp Washer Windshield Wiper Smears Fluid Mixing Ratio If the windshield wiper smears the For temperatures above freezing: windshield, even during rain, activate the washer system as often as MB Windshield Washer Concentrate necessary. The fluid in the washer "S"...
  • Page 61 Standing lamps, right the vehicle's exterior lamps (except (turn left one stop) standing lamps) are not switched off. Standing lamps, left (turn left two stops) Fog lamps will operate with the Front fog lamps parking lamps and/or the low beam (pull out one stop) with headlamps on.
  • Page 62 The lamp-on passenger side convex mirror. time period can be changed at your With gear selector lever in position Mercedes-Benz dealer. "R", or with the interior lamp switched on, the mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity.
  • Page 63 With the electronic key in steering lock Note: position 2, the driver's side mirror reflection brightness responds to The exterior mirrors have electrically changes in light sensitivity. heated glass. The heater switches on automatically, depending on outside With gear selector lever in position temperature.
  • Page 64 Parking position At speeds above approx.6 mph (10 One passenger side mirror position km/h), or gear selector lever moved can be stored in memory. To do so: The passenger side exterior mirror can from "R" Reverse, or driver's side be adjusted and programmed to assist mirror selected, the passenger side 1.
  • Page 65 Prior to removing the ashtray insert, move the gear selector lever to position "N". Warning! Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still. With the gear selector lever in position “N", turn off the engine and set the parking brake. Otherwise the vehicle might move as a result of unintended contact with the gear selector lever.
  • Page 66 Lighter Sun Visors Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Turn electronic key in steering lock to Swing sun visors down to protect With the visor engaged in its inner position 1 or 2. against sun glare. mounting, the lamp is switched on by Push in lighter (1);...
  • Page 67 Interior Lighting Entrance Lamps, Exit Lamps in Doors Door contact switch: Press once and interior lamps are The lamps are switched on and off by switched on when opening a door. the door contact switches. Interior lamps are switched on, and off (soft fade) delayed, when Note: unlocking or locking the vehicle,...
  • Page 68 Storage Compartments and Storage Compartments in Center To store cup holder: Cup Holder Console Push button (7) down until cup Glove Box holder engages. Close cover (6). To open compartment in armrest: Caution! Unlocking: Turn mechanical key Lift lid with handle (4). to vertical position and remove.
  • Page 69 Warning! When closing the sliding/ pop-up roof, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. Notes: The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur, refer to Sliding Roof, Emergency Operation in Index.
  • Page 70 Express Opening and Closing Press switch past re- sistance point and release - window opens or closes completely. To interrupt procedure, briefly press If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure, the window will stop during the last few inches before closure and open slightly.
  • Page 71 Warning! Synchronizing Power Windows Note: When closing the windows, be sure The power windows can also be closed If the power supply was interrupted that there is no danger of anyone with the mechanical key or infrared (battery disconnected or empty), the being harmed by the closing remote control while locking the windows cannot be opened or closed...
  • Page 72 With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk can also be opened by using the infrared remote control. Aim transmitter eye at a receiver and press transmit button twice. Note: The trunk lid cannot be released by the switch when previously locked with the key.
  • Page 73 Display Illumination The display for temperature, odometer, multifunction indicator, FSS indicator and clock is illuminated briefly when opening the driver door. The display illumination brightness responds automatically according to changes in the surrounding light sensitivity. To briefly illuminate the display (with electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0 or 1), press button O, +, -, h, m or R.
  • Page 74 If you should experience difficulties with the inside rear view mirror until programming the transmitter, contact its control light begins to flash at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer a rate of about once a second. or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Continue holding down the Assistance Center (in the U.S.A.
  • Page 75 Cellular Telephone control, until the inside rear view Erasing the remote control mirror remote control light starts to memory: flash rapidly. This means that the The vehicle is prepared for the integrated remote control has accepted Turn electronic key in steering installation of a cellular telephone.
  • Page 77 Driving...
  • Page 78 Drinking and Driving Driving Off Warning! Apply the service brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this Drinking and driving can be a very procedure only when the road is clear dangerous combination. Even a small of other traffic. amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions and Warm up the engine smoothly.
  • Page 79 Automatic Transmission Accelerator Position the brake until ready to drive. The vehicle may otherwise start creeping The automatic transmission selects when the selector lever is in drive or Partial throttle = early upshifting = individual gears automatically, reverse position. normal acceleration dependent upon: Warning! Full throttle = later upshifting = rapid...
  • Page 80 "N" can result in transmission downgrades and only at speeds addition to placing the selector lever damage that is not covered by the below 40 mph (60 km/h). in park to secure the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 81 Important! Stopping Depending on the degree of the incline, shift selector lever to a lower gear With selector lever in position "D", "4" range early enough to maintain engine For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, or "3", upshifting from 1st to 2nd to 3rd RPM within the best torque range.
  • Page 82 "R" (for reverse gear). characteristics change with the be prepared selection of the program mode. Have the transmission checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 83 1 or 2 Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as Cruise Control until the desired speed is reached, or possible.
  • Page 84 Important! Warning! Notes: Only use the cruise control if the If the engine does not brake the vehicle Moving gear selector lever to position traffic and weather conditions make sufficiently while driving on a "N" switches the cruise control off. it advisable to travel at a steady downgrade, the speed you set on the speed.
  • Page 85 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as The Parktronic can be switched off by a ultrasonic signals (e.g. working Mercedes-Benz approved Car control switch located in the center jackhammers or the air brakes of Shampoo, with plenty of water.
  • Page 86 Warning Indicators Warning indicator for the rear area are integrated in the rear passenger 1 Frame compartment lamp. 2 Segments The frames are illuminated in white Visual and audible signals indicate to when the Parktronic is engaged. Each the driver the distance between the of the warning indicator has 6 yellow vehicle and an obstacle.
  • Page 87 Parktronic Switch Monitoring reach of sensors Minimum distance between vehicle and obstacle. Front bumper: Parktronic switched off front Parktronic switched on center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Indicator light - comes on when corner approx. 24 in (60 cm) corners approx. 6 in(15 cm) Parktronic is switched off.
  • Page 88 Multifunction Indicator (R), located in have the system checked at your the instrument cluster, until the presently The symbols and messages for Parking authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. selected language appears on the screen. Brake, Seat Belts, Exterior Lights, and Display Defective cannot be switched Press button O until the requested off.
  • Page 89 Fuel Reserve and Fuel Cap at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer where the engine oil should be topped Placement immediately. to the "full" mark on the dipstick with an approved oil.
  • Page 90 This means that the accuracy of 266°F (130°C). covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited the displayed temperature can only be Warranty. verified by comparison to a During severe operating conditions and...
  • Page 91 Turn off the engine, get out of the car cause serious engine damage not should be refilled with MB Windshield and do not stand near the car until it covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Washer Concentrate "S" and water (or cools down. Warranty.
  • Page 92 Don't add stop lamp, or low beam headlamp. Have the brake system checked at your brake fluid before checking the authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as brake system. Overfilling the brake If an exterior lamp fails, the indicator soon as possible.
  • Page 93 Following a completed service the Mercedes-Benz dealer sets the counter to 10 000 miles (Canada: 15 000 km) and 365 days. The counter can also be set by any individual. To do so: Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2.
  • Page 94 20 000 miles (Canada: 30 000 km), or care for your vehicle. counted by the FSS can be added by from 365 to 730 days between services. your Mercedes-Benz dealer. The interval between services is determined Model E 300 TURBODIESEL: by the kind of vehicle operation.
  • Page 95 ABS should be pulsating brake pedal can be an operational. indication of hazardous road conditions Have the system checked at your and functions as a reminder to take authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as extra care while driving. soon as possible.
  • Page 96 The BAS/ASR or BAS/ESP Have the BAS, ASR or ESP checked at malfunction indicator lamp in the your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer instrument cluster comes on with the as soon as possible. electronic key in steering lock position 2 and should go out with the engine running.
  • Page 97 The ETS warning lamp, located in the Have the BAS or ETS checked at your lock position 2. They should go out speedometer dial, starts to flash at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as with the engine running. any vehicle speed, as soon as the soon as possible.
  • Page 98 Index), the engine must be shut off Have the BAS or ASR checked at your and spin due to excessive acceleration. (electronic key in steering lock position authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as While engaged, the yellow warning 0 or 1). Otherwise, the acceleration slip soon as possible.
  • Page 99 Avoid spinning of one drive wheel. the upper half of the ASR switch. The Doing so may cause serious damage to ASR warning lamp, located in the the drive train which is not covered by speedometer dial, is continuously the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. illuminated.
  • Page 100 Index), the engine must be shut off Have the BAS or ESP checked at your (electronic key in steering lock position authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as 0 or 1). Otherwise, the ESP will soon as possible. immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes.
  • Page 101 Avoid spinning of one drive wheel. the upper half of the ESP switch. The Doing so may cause serious damage to ESP warning lamp, located in the the drive train which is not covered by speedometer dial, is continuously the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. illuminated.
  • Page 102 Mercedes-Benz servicing Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as On-Board Diagnostic System requirements. For details refer to the possible. Service Booklet.
  • Page 103 Have your vehicle winterized at your temperature. A well charged • For diesel fuels, refer to Index. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer battery helps to ensure that the before the onset of winter. engine can be started, even at low •...
  • Page 104 For tips on driving on slippery winter roads, refer to Index. Use only snow chains that are tested Abroad, there is a widely-spread and recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Vehicles with Acceleration Slip Mercedes-Benz service network at Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer Regulation (ASR) or Electronic your disposal.
  • Page 105 Practical Hints...
  • Page 106 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. When closing hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. If you see flames or smoke coming from the engine compartment, or if the coolant temperature gauge...
  • Page 107 Adding Coolant Do not remove pressure cap on • coolant reservoir if engine temperature is above 194°F (90°C). If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 Allow engine to cool down before mixture of water and MB removing cap. The coolant anticorrosion/antifreeze should be reservoir contains hot fluid and is added.
  • Page 108 Checking Engine Oil Level catalytic converter not covered by the Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Oil dipstick checking the engine oil level. Fully Oil filler cap For Low engine oil level warning, see...
  • Page 109 If you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting ADD 1.5 Q OF OIL (Canada: 1.5 l) multifunction indicator if a proper oil malfunctions, have your authorized level check cannot be performed. Mercedes-Benz dealer check the ADD 2.0 Q OF OIL (Canada: 2.0 l) transmission fluid level.
  • Page 110 To remove spare tire: Turn luggage bowl counterclockwise and remove. To store spare tire: Place spare tire in wheel well and secure it with luggage bowl. Turn luggage bowl clockwise to its stop. Note: Always lower trunk floor before closing trunk lid. Stowing Things in the Vehicle Warning! Trunk Lamp...
  • Page 111 See your vehicle. To help avoid personal authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for injury, use the jack only to lift the further information. vehicle during a wheel change. Never...
  • Page 112 When replacing rims, use only We recommend that you break in new Notes: genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts tires for approx. 60 miles (100 km) at specified for the particular rim moderate speed. Thoroughly clean the inner side of the type.
  • Page 113 Warning! Spare Wheel for Sport Package The jack is designed exclusively for The spare wheel rim size is 7 Jx16 H jacking up the vehicle at the jack 2 with tire size 215/55 R 16 93 H. tubes built into either side of the vehicle.
  • Page 114 5. Remove the protective cover from 8. Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt Insert jack arm fully into the tube the jack support tube opening by hole up to the stop. Place jack and install alignment bolt (1) inserting the screwdriver (supplied on firm ground.
  • Page 115 12. Using the wrench, tighten the five bolts evenly, following the sequence illustrated, until all bolts are tight. Observe a tightening torque of 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). 13. Ensure proper tire pressure. 10. Clean contact surfaces of Warning! wheel and wheel hub. Install Always replace wheel bolts that spare wheel on wheel hub.
  • Page 116 Overinflating tires can result in inflation pressures specified for Tire temperature and pressure sudden deflation (blowout) because Mercedes-Benz recommended tires as increase with the vehicle speed. Tire they are more likely to become well as for the varying operating pressure should therefore only be punctured or damaged by road conditions.
  • Page 117 Exterior Lamps Headlamp Adjustment Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Check and readjust headlamps at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Headlamp Assembly Electrical connector for low beam headlamp bulb Headlamp horizontal adjustment Electrical connector for high screw beam headlamp bulb Headlamp vertical adjustment...
  • Page 118 Replacing Bulb: Bulbs for Low or High Beam Turn Signal Lamp H7 (55 W) 1156 NA (26.9/5 W/32/4 cp bulb) When replacing bulbs, install only 12 volt bulbs with the specified watt Open hood. Open hood. rating. Move retaining clamps (3) aside and Twist bulb socket (4) counterclockwise When replacing halogen bulbs do not remove cover.
  • Page 119 Move vehicle on the level surface 25 feet (7.6 m) straight back from the wall. Open hood. Vertical headlamp aim (low beams on): Turn adjusting screw (2) (coun- terclockwise to adjust headlamp downward, clockwise upward) until bubble in the level (8) is centered on the "O"...
  • Page 120 Horizontal headlamp aim 7. The "O" on the indicator wheel (low beams on): (9) should align with projection Turn adjusting screw (1) (10). If it does not, with a small (counterclockwise to adjust to screwdriver, pry indicator wheel the left, clockwise to the right) up and rotate so that the "O"...
  • Page 121 Taillamp Assemblies Side Marker Lamp, Front Driver's side: Rear fog lamp (5 W/4 cp bulb) Open trunk lid. (21 W/32 cp bulb) Backup lamp From inside wheel house (arrow) Turn signal lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb) reach behind side marker lamp and (21 W/32 cp bulb) press tab.
  • Page 122 Battery Important! Therefore, we strongly recommend that you have the battery charge Warning! checked frequently, and corrected if Battery replacement information: necessary, especially if you use the Failure to follow these instructions vehicle less than approximately 200 The maintenance-free battery is located can result in severe injury or death.
  • Page 123 Battery Recycling While the engine is running the battery terminal clamps must not be loosened or detached, otherwise the generator Batteries contain materials that can and other electronic components would harm the environment with improper be damaged. disposal. Notes: Large 12 Volt storage batteries contain lead.
  • Page 124 Fuses Main fuse box in engine Auxiliary fuse box below rear compartment seat bench Before replacing a blown fuse, determine the cause of the short circuit. To gain access to the main fuse To gain access, remove rear seat box (1), release clamp (arrow), bench.
  • Page 125 Jump Starting If the battery is discharged, the engine should be started with jumper cables and Warning! the (12 V) battery of another vehicle. Failure to follow these directions will Jump start the car by using the battery cause damage to the electronic terminals located under hood.
  • Page 126 Important! Important! 5. Start engine of the vehicle with A discharged battery can freeze at the charged battery and run at approx. +14°F (-10°C). In that case, it high idle. Make sure the cables must be thawed out before jumper are not on or near pulleys, fans, cables are used.
  • Page 127 Warning! Caution! We recommend that the vehicle be Vehicles with Acceleration Slip transported using flat bed equipment. With the engine not running, there is Regulation (ASR) This method is preferable to other types no power assistance for the braking of towing. and steering systems.
  • Page 128 Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle Frequent washing reduces and/or Mercedes-Benz because of the eliminates the aggressiveness and possibility of incompatibility between Warning! potency of the above adverse influences. materials used in the production process and others applied later. Many cleaning products can be More frequent washings are necessary hazardous.
  • Page 129 - in particular one Use a mild car wash detergent, such as the engine compartment after every of the older installations -rewipe the Mercedes-Benz approved Car engine cleaning. Before applying, all recessed sections in the taillamps Shampoo, with plenty of water.
  • Page 130 Steering Wheel and Gear particular care when cleaning Selector Lever perforated leather as its underside Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior should not become wet. Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply Wipe with a damp cloth and dry with light pressure.
  • Page 131 Paintwork, Painted Body Light Alloy Wheels Ornamental Moldings Components Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care For regular cleaning and care of very Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care should be used for regular cleaning of dirty chrome-plated parts, use a chrome should be applied when water drops on the light alloy wheels.
  • Page 132 Electronic Main Key Changing Batteries Insert mechanical key (2) in side Remote Control opening (3) to open latch. Press briefly Move lock (1) in direction of right (do not use mechanical key as lever) to 1 Transmit buttons arrow and slide out mechanical key (2, release battery compartment.
  • Page 133 Important! Synchronizing Remote Control Batteries contain materials that can The remote control may have to be harm the environment if disposed of resynchronized, if the vehicle cannot improperly. Recycling of batteries is be locked or unlocked. the preferred method of disposal. For disposal, please follow manufacturer's To synchronize insert electronic key in recommendation on battery package.
  • Page 134 Front Head Restraints Installation: Warning! Push button (1) of the power adjustable head restraint up for approximately 5 For your protection, drive only with seconds. properly positioned head restraints. Insert the head restraint and push it Adjust head restraint to support the down to the stop.
  • Page 135 Rear Seat Cushion Emergency Operation of To slide the roof closed or to raise the Sliding/Pop-Up Roof roof at the rear: turn crank clockwise. Removal: Pull locking tabs up (on left and right side of seat) and lift seat at the The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened To slide the roof open or to lower the front.
  • Page 136 Replacing Wiper Blade Insert For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering lock before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury. Notes: Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward. Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted.
  • Page 137 The manual release knob is located Use only those roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz vehicles. behind the right side trunk panel. Mercedes-Benz to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manufacturer's Therefore, Mercedes-Benz original In case the central locking system does installation instructions.
  • Page 138 E 300 TURBODIESEL E 320, E 430 Layout of Poly-V-belt Drive Coolant pump, fan Generator (alternator) Automatic belt tensioner Idler pulley Crankshaft Power steering pump Air conditioning compressor...
  • Page 139 Technical Data...
  • Page 140 Identification Labels When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers. Certification Label Vehicle Identification No. (VIN) VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield) Engine No. E 320, E 430: rear right, E 300 TURBODIESEL: front left Body No. and Paintwork No. Emission Control Label Information Label California version...
  • Page 141 Should you lose your Owner's Service Owner's Service and Warranty and Warranty Information Booklet, Information Booklet and your have your authorized Mercedes-Benz authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will dealer arrange for a replacement. It exchange or repair any defective parts will be mailed to you.
  • Page 142 Maximum engine speed 5200 rpm Firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4 Poly – V belts length 2140 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 143 Technical Data Main Dimensions Weights See certification tag Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 4810 mm (189.4 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg ( 220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1799 mm ( 70.8 in) Overall height: 1439 mm ( 56.7 in) Wheel base 2833 mm (111.5 in)
  • Page 144 Tightening torque 15-22 ft.lb. (20-30 Nm) Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 Poly – V belts length 2390 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 145 Technical Data E 320 Main Dimensions Weights See certification tag Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 4810 mm (189.4 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg ( 220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1799 mm ( 70.8 in) Overall height: 1439 mm ( 56.7 in) Wheel base...
  • Page 146 Wheel offset 41 mm (1.6 in) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See Summer tires: an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the corresponding Radial-ply tires 215/55 R 16 93 H data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 147 Technical Data E 430 Electrical System Weights See certification tag Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Generator (alternator) 14 V/150A Trunk load max. 100 kg ( 220 lb) Starter motor 12 V/1.7 kW Main Dimensions Battery 12 V/100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 8 DPER Overall vehicle length...
  • Page 148 Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. – Capacities 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. Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
  • Page 149 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Accelerator control Hydraulic fluid linkage Brake system approx. 0.5 US qt (0.5 1) MB Brake fluid (DOT 4) Windshield washer approx. 5.8 US qt (5.5 1) MB Windshield washer concentrate "S" system Headlamp washer system approx.
  • Page 150 Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. It is recommended to use only brake Engine Oil Additives fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer Do not blend oil additives with engine will provide you with additional oil. They may be harmful to the engine information.
  • Page 151 A major concern among engine ASTM standard D 439: manufacturers is carbon build up Caution! caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz The octane number (posted at the recommends the use of only quality To maintain the engine's durability and pump) must be 91 min. It is an average...
  • Page 152 At very low temperatures the fluidity of the ambient temperature. additives are not covered by the No. 2 diesel fuel may become Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. insufficient due to paraffin separation. The following table can be used as a Warning! For this reason the vehicle comes reference, if adding of kerosene equipped with a fuel preheater.
  • Page 153 The engine coolant is a mixture of anticorrosion/ antifreeze. car: Mercedes-Benz Anti corrosion/ water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, Antifreeze Agent. which provides: If the coolant level is low, water and...
  • Page 154 Consumer Information from the norm due to variations in controlled conditions on a specified driving habits, service practices and indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained This has been prepared as required of differences in road characteristics and high temperature can cause the material all manufacturers of passenger cars climate.
  • Page 155 If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the dealership management, or if necessary contact us at the following addresses: In the U.S.A.: Customer Assistance Center...
  • Page 156 If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz of North America Inc..
  • Page 157 Index...
  • Page 158 ABS 81,95-98, BabySmart Coolants Acceleration slip regulation (ASR) BAS 96-98, Cruise control Air conditioner refrigerant Battery Cup holder 45, Air distribution Battery charge indicator Daytime running lamps Air volume Brake assist system Airbag Brake fluid 18, 92, 128, 149-150 Diesel fuel system, bleeding Airbag deactivation system Brake pad wear indicator Display illumination...
  • Page 159 First aid kit Jump starting Night security illumination Flexible service system Keys, vehicle Outside temperature indicator Front center console compartment ventilation Lamps, exterior Parking assist (Parktronic) 93-94 Fuel Fog lamps Parking brake 16-18,20,65, 78- Diesel fuel additives Headlamp, adjusting 81,92,98, 100, 102, 111, 113, Diesel fuels 103, 149, Headlamps 61,92, 117, 120, Power seats, front...
  • Page 160 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Tachometer Vanity mirrors emergency tensioning retractor Technical data Vehicle jack and airbag Temporarily switching off Vehicle tools Seat belt warning lamp Tie down hooks Warranty coverage Seat belts and warning system Tire inflation pressure Shelf below rear window Tires 18-20,96-101, 103, 111-112, 116, Washing the car...
  • Page 162 Mercedes-Benz If you have any question about carrying out some service, dealer. turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. We consider this to be the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle.
  • Page 163 Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip • Fuel Supply E 320 shown Windshield Washer System Open flap by pushing near front (arrow). Turn fuel cap to the For refilling reservoir see Index left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been Headlamp Cleaning System released, then remove cap.
  • Page 164 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Spark Plugs: • Fuel: Approved spark plugs, refer to "Technical Data". • Bulbs: To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air, fully insert filler nozzle unit. Only fill fuel tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out - High and low beams: H7 (55 W), low beam: do not top up or overfill.

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E-class 320 1998E-class 430 1998