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Mercedes-Benz E320 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 E-class E 300 Operator’s Manual E 320...

  • Page 2: Product Information

    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 Front Center Console Combination Switch Compartment Ventilation Split Rear Seat Product information Rear Passenger Compartment Adjustable Headlamp Cleaning System Operator's manual Air Outlet Exterior Lamp Switch Consumer Information Car keys Night Security Illumination Problems with your vehicle Start Lock-out Inside Rear View Mirror Reporting Safety Defects Infrared Remote Control...
  • Page 9 Traveling Abroad Driving off MERCEDES-BENZ Spare Part Service Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive Automatic Transmission Practical Hints Cruise Control Parking Assist (Parktronic) Technical Data. Fuels, Multifunction Indicator Hood Coolants, Lubricants etc. Language Selection Consumer Information Checking Coolant Level Multiple Malfunctions Adding Coolant...
  • Page 10 Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see Index For adjustment of air outlets, refer to Automatic Climate Control (see Index). Exterior lamp switch Central locking switch Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system Right front seat heater switch Parking brake release Glove box (illuminated with key in steering lock position 1 or 2) Parking brake pedal Automatic climate control, Rear window defroster switch...
  • Page 12 Instrument Cluster Push buttons for intensity of instrument lamps. See Index Push button for resetting trip odometer. See Index Coolant temperature gauge. See Index Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). See Index Left turn signal indicator lamp (green) Speedometer Right turn signal indicator lamp (green) Tachometer.
  • Page 13 Multifunction Indicator Indicator Lamp Symbols Symbols and Warnings in the Multifunction Indicator If a malfunction occurs, the appropriate warning symbol appears, supplemented by a message in the field normally Brake pads worn down. See Index occupied by the displays for outside temperature, odometers, and clock.
  • 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). Preglow (Diesel engine only). See Index ABS malfunction. See Index Brake fluid low (Canada only).
  • 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 At very high coolant temperatures the be installed. Your authorized Do not depress accelerator. Turn key in engine starting time can be shortened if Mercedes-Benz dealer will advise you steering lock clockwise to the stop. the accelerator is depressed slowly at on this subject.
  • Page 17 Turn key to steering lock position 2. Mercedes-Benz dealer at the earliest Preglow indicator lamp should come on. The key can only be removed with the possible date.
  • 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 The safe speed on a wet, snow covered Your vehicle is factory equipped with Warning! or icy road is always lower than on a dry "H"-rated tires, which have a European road. speed rating of 130 mph (210 km/h). To reduce the risk of personal injury as a result of vehicle movement, You should pay particular attention to...
  • Page 21 Winter Driving Instructions If the vehicle is parked after being Passenger Compartment driven on salt treated roads, the braking The most important rule for slippery or efficiency should be tested as soon as Warning! icy roads is to drive sensibly and to possible after driving is resumed while avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and observing the safety rules in the...
  • 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 The flat key fits all locks on the car. can only be obtained from your receivers are located on the inside rear authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. view mirror, in the driver's door handle, and next to the trunk lock.
  • Page 30 Starter Lock-Out Infrared Remote Control Important! The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and Removing the key from the steering unlocked, as well as the windows and lock activates the start lock-out. The sliding roof closed with infrared remote engine cannot be started.
  • Page 31 Receiver on inside rear view Receiver, red indicator lamp Receiver, red indicator lamp mirror (locking) and green indicator lamp (locking) and green indicator lamp Red indicator lamp (unlocking) in driver's door handle. (unlocking) next to trunk lock. (locking) Green indicator lamp (unlocking)
  • Page 32 Locking and Unlocking Closing Windows and Sliding/ Pop- Note: Up Roof from Outside Aim transmitter eye (2) at a If the side windows and sliding/ pop- receiver (4, 7 or 8) and press Continue to press transmit button after up roof cannot be closed automatically transmit button.
  • Page 33 When you lock the car, all door lock buttons should move down. If any one stays up, the respective door is not properly closed. You should then unlock the car, open and reclose this door, and lock the car again. Each individual door can be locked with door lock button - the driver's door can only be locked when it is closed.
  • Page 34 Central locking switch The doors cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch, if car was Locking previously locked with the remote Unlocking control. The central locking switch is located on If the car has previously been locked the center console. with the central locking switch, only the opened door is unlocked.
  • Page 35 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 36 When locking doors or trunk, turn Warning! mechanical key in door lock or trunk lock to position 3 and hold. The Never close the windows or windows begin to close automatically sliding/ppp-up roof if there is the after approximately 1 second. possiblity of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.
  • Page 37 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 38 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 39 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 40 head restraint should also be adjusted The seat cushion movement and for proper height. amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously varied Both the inside and outside rear view with regulators (1, 2 and 3) after mirrors should be adjusted for adequate turning the electronic key in steering rearward vision.
  • Page 41 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 42 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 43 Cargo Tie-Down Hooks Inside the trunk are four cargo tie-down hooks. Secure cargo by applying even load on all four hooks. Shelf below Rear Window Warning! The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects. This will prevent such objects from being thrown about and injuring Head Restraints, Rear Placing head restraints upright:...
  • Page 44 Seat Belts and Supplemental Warning! Seat Belt Warning System Restraint System (SRS) Never ride in a moving vehicle with With the electronic key in steering Your vehicle is equipped with seat the backrest reclined. Sitting in an lock position 2, a warning sounds for a belts for all seats, emergency excessively reclined position can be short time if the driver's seat belt is not...
  • Page 45 Fastening of Seat Belts Tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by Raising: pulling shoulder portion up. Slide belt outlet upward. Latch plate Buckle The shoulder portion of the seat belt Lowering: Release button must be pulled snug and checked for Press button (4) and slide belt outlet Button for belt outlet height snugness immediately after engaging...
  • Page 46 Warning! apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen, which could USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen. • Each occupant should wear • Position the lap belt as low as their seat belt at all times, possible on your hips and not because seat belts help reduce across the abdomen.
  • Page 47 Warning! • According to accident statistics, Supplemental Restraint System children are safer when properly (SRS) USE CHILD RESTRAINTS restrained in the rear seating PROPERLY. positions than in the front seating The term SRS means that airbags are positions. intended as a supplement to seat belts. •...
  • Page 48 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 49 Airbags The side impact airbags are located in of the airbag system and will indicate a the doors. In conjunction with wearing malfunction by coming on again. Driver airbag the seat belts with emergency Front passenger airbag tensioning retractors, the airbags can The following system components are Side impact airbag provide increased protection for the...
  • Page 50 Mercedes-Benz dealer at that time In cases of other frontal impacts, roll- and replaced when necessary. overs, other side impacts, rear...
  • Page 51 Warning! • Sit properly belted in an upright • Adjust the passenger seat as far position with your back against as possible rearward from the It is very important for your safety to the backrest. dashboard, especially when a always be in a properly seated •...
  • Page 52 • 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 53 Important! Warning! Children too big for child restraint systems should ride in rear seats The use of infant or child restraints is According to accident statistics, using regular seat belts. Position required by law in all 50 states and all children are safer when properly shoulder belt across chest and Canadian provinces.
  • Page 54 Steering is unlocked. Notes: (If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the electronic key to A warning sounds when the driver's door be turned clockwise to position 1.) is opened with the electronic key in Most electrical consumers can be steering lock position 1 or 0.
  • Page 55 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 56 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 57 Standing Lamps Parking lamps When the vehicle is parked on the (also side marker lamps, street the standing lamps (right or left taillamps, license plate side parking lamps) can be turned on, lamps, instrument panel making the vehicle more visible to lamps) Canada only: passing vehicles.
  • Page 58 Night Security Illumination Inside Rear View Mirror Antiglare Night Position When exiting the vehicle after driving Manually adjust the mirror. With the electronic key in steering lock with the exterior lamps on, they switch position 2, the mirror reflection on again for added illumination for Use your inside mirror to determine the brightness responds to changes in light approximately 30 seconds after closing...
  • Page 59 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 60 Prior to removing the ashtray insert, move the gear selector lever to position "N". Warning! With the gear selector lever in position “N", turn off the engine and set the parking brake. Otherwise the vehicle might move unintentionally. To remove ashtray: Push sliding knob (1) toward the right to eject the insert.
  • Page 61 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 62 Interior Lighting Entrance Lamps, Exit Lamps in Doors Rear passenger compartment lamp on. The lamps are switched on and off by Door contact on. the door contact switches. Interior lamps are switched on when opening a door. Note: Interior lamps are switched on, and off (soft fade) delayed, when To prevent the vehicle battery from unlocking or locking the vehicle, or...
  • Page 63 Storage Compartments and Storage Compartments in Center To open cup holder: Cup Holder Console Briefly press button (7). The cup Glove Box holder opens automatically. To open compartment in armrest: Lift Unlocking: Turn mechanical key lid with handle (4). To store cup holder: to vertical position and remove.
  • Page 64 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 65 Blocking of Rear Door Window Operation If no operation of the rear windows by switch (6) (for instance by children) is desired, slide safety switch (5) to right, symbol becomes visible. Warning! When closing the windows, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.
  • Page 66 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 67 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 68 If you are reprogramming a Mercedes-Benz dealer or call previously used button, the light 2 Portable remote control Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance will flash after about 20 seconds.
  • Page 69 control, until the inside rear view Erasing the remote control Cellular Telephone 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 71 Driving...

  • Page 72: Driving Off

    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 73: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission the brake until ready to drive. The Accelerator Position 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 74 The parking position is to be used transmission damage that is not downgrades and only at speeds when parking the vehicle. Engage covered by the Mercedes-Benz below 40 mph (60 km/h). only with the vehicle stopped. Limited Warranty. Note:...
  • Page 75 heat up more quickly to operating Warning! Stopping temperatures. On slippery road surfaces, never For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, During the brief warm-up period this downshift in order to obtain braking leave the transmission in gear and hold delayed upshift and increased engine action.
  • Page 76 During stops use the brake, especially Have the transmission checked at your characteristics change with the on an incline, to prevent the vehicle authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as selection of the program mode. from rolling. soon as possible.

  • Page 77: Cruise Control

    1 or 2 Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as Cruise Control until the desired speed is reached, or possible.
  • Page 78 Notes: Important! Warning! If the engine does not brake the vehicle Moving gear selector lever to position Only use the cruise control if the sufficiently while driving on a downgrade, "N" switches the cruise control off. traffic and weather conditions make the speed you set on the cruise control it advisable to travel at a steady may be exceeded and you may have to...

  • Page 79: Multifunction Indicator Language Selection

    Multiple Malfunctions is not operational, and possibly other covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited warnings cannot be shown. Warranty. When the multiple malfunction symbol appears, this indicates that several...

  • Page 80: Engine Oil Consumption

    Frequent driving at high engine result in serious engine damage that is speeds results in increased consumption. not covered by the Mercedes-Benz When this occurs, the warning will first Limited Warranty. come on intermittently and then stay on Fuel Reserve Warning if the oil level drops further.

  • Page 81: Outside Temperature Indicator

    Turn off the engine, get out of the amount of temperature change. Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until it cools down. Warning!
  • Page 82 You can be seriously burned. headlamp washer systems is located in cause serious engine damage not the engine compartment. covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. In cases of major or frequent minor coolant loss, have the cooling system checked at your authorized Mercedes-...

  • Page 83: Brake Warning

    Have the brake system checked at your • there is insufficient brake fluid in If an exterior lamp fails, the indicator authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as the reservoir (engine running symbol will come on only when that soon as possible. and parking brake released), or lamp is switched on.

  • Page 84: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    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 85: Electronic Traction System (Ets)

    In winter operation, the maximum Important! Have the ETS checked at your effectiveness of the electronic traction authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as system is only achieved with If the ETS warning lamp flashes: soon as possible. Mercedes-Benz recommended M+S radial-ply tires and/or snow chains.
  • Page 86 Only partial regulation is only achieved with longer applied to drive wheels. engine output is available. Mercedes-Benz recommended M+S radial-ply tires and/or snow chains. Have the ASR checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 87 ASR Control Switch The ASR warning lamp, located in the speedometer dial, starts to flash at any ASR control switch located on center vehicle speed as soon as the tires lose console traction and the wheels begin to spin. To improve the vehicle's traction when To return to the enhanced vehicle driving with snow chains, or starting stability offered by ASR: press lower...

  • Page 88: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)

    Have the ESP checked at your When testing the parking brake on a appropriate wheel to create a authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as brake test dynamometer, the engine counterpointing vehicle movement. soon as possible. must be shut off. Otherwise, the ESP...
  • Page 89 ESP Control Switch The ESP warning lamp, located in the To improve the vehicle's traction when speedometer dial, starts to flash at any driving with snow chains, or starling vehicle speed as soon as the tires lose off in deep snow, sand or gravel, press traction and the wheels begin to spin.

  • Page 90: Emission Control

    Mercedes-Benz servicing system checked at your authorized requirements. For details refer to the On-Board Diagnostic System Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as Service Booklet. possible. Vehicles with Diesel engine An on-board diagnostic connector is When the "CHECK ENGINE"...

  • Page 91: Winter Driving

    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 • Engine block heater: before the onset of winter. engine can be started, even at low The engine is equipped with a ambient temperatures.

  • Page 92: Snow Chains

    For tips on driving on slippery winter Traveling Abroad 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 93 Practical Hints...

  • Page 94: Hood

    Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. When closing hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. Warning! Vehicles with gasoline engine: The engine is equipped with a...

  • Page 95: Checking Coolant Level

    Adding Coolant Warning! If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 In order to avoid possible serious mixture of water and MB burns or injury: anticorrosion/antifreeze should be added. • Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any The drain plugs for the cooling system signs of steam or coolant leaking are located on the right side of the...

  • Page 96: Checking Engine Oil Level

    When noticing fluid loss or gear Fill quantity between upper and lower shifting malfunctions, have your dipstick marking level is approximately authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer 2.1 US qt (2.0 l). check the transmission fluid level. Do not overfill the engine. Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned.

  • Page 97: Trunk Lamp

    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 98: Vehicle Jack

    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 99 Rims and tires must be of the When replacing rims, use only Notes: correct size and type. For dimensions, genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts see "Technical Data". specified for the particular rim Thoroughly clean the inner side of the type. Failure to do so can result in...

  • Page 100: Changing Wheels

    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 101 5. Remove the protective cover from Insert jack arm fully into the tube 8. Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt 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 102 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. Important! When installing new wheels the mounting bolts must be retightened after approx.
  • Page 103 Do not overinflate tires. inflation pressures specified for Tire temperature and pressure Overinflating tires can result in Mercedes-Benz recommended tires as increase with the vehicle speed. Tire sudden deflation (blowout) because well as for the varying operating pressure should therefore only be they are more likely to become conditions.

  • Page 104: Exterior Lamps

    Clamps for headlamp cover Bulb socket for turn signal lamp Electrical connector for low beam headlamp bulb Electrical connector for high beam headlamp bulb Xenon lamp (optional) ignition module for low beam Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp Level for headlamp vertical adjustment Exterior Lamps Headlamp Assembly...
  • Page 105 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. Twist bulb socket (4) counterclockwise Move retaining clamps (3) aside and and pull out.
  • Page 106 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 107 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 108 Taillamp Assemblies Driver's side: License Plate Lamps Rear fog lamp (5 W/4 cp bulb) Open trunk lid. (21 W/32 cp bulb) Backup lamp Loosen three securing screws (1), Turn signal lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb) remove trunk handle with lamps and (21 W/32 cp bulb) take out bulb.

  • Page 109: Battery

    Battery Important! Warning! Battery replacement information: Failure to follow these The maintenance-free battery is located instructions can result in severe under the rear seat cushion. To minimize injury or death. the chance for acid leakage which could cause severe burns during a crash or Never lean over batteries while rollover, a special acid leakage resistant connecting, you might get injured.
  • Page 110 Therefore, we strongly recommend While the engine is running the battery Battery Recycling that you have the battery charge terminal clamps must not be loosened checked frequently, and corrected if or detached, otherwise the generator Batteries contain materials that can necessary, especially if you use the and other electronic components would harm the environment with improper...

  • Page 111: Fuses

    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 112: Jump Starting

    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 113: Towing The Vehicle

    Important! We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment. 5. Start engine of the vehicle with This method is preferable to other types the charged battery and run at of towing. high idle. Make sure the cables are not on or near pulleys, fans, The vehicle may be towed with all or other parts that move when...
  • Page 114 Warning! Caution! Caution! With the engine not running, there is Vehicles with Acceleration Slip Vehicles with Electronic Traction no power assistance for the braking Regulation (ASR) System (ETS) and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a If the vehicle is towed with the front If the vehicle is towed with one axle considerably higher degree of effort...

  • Page 115: Cleaning And Care Of The Vehicle

    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 116 - 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 117 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 118 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 119: Testing Infrared Remote Control

    Testing Infrared Remote Control Change batteries, inserting new ones Synchronizing System: Checking Batteries: under contact spring (5) with plus ( + ) side facing up. The system may have to be re- If the transmit button (1) is pressed synchronized, if the transmitter is longer than 1 second, the battery Press battery cover onto housing until without voltage for several minutes.

  • Page 120: Front Head Restraint

    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 121: Rear Seat Cushion

    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 122 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 123: Manual Release Of Fuel Filler Flap

    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 124: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive

    E 300 DIESEL E 320 E420 Layout of Poly-V-belt Drive 4 Fan 9 Model E 300 DIESEL: Coolant 5 Idler pulley pump, fan Models E 320, E 420: 1 Automatic belt tensioner 6 Generator (alternator) Coolant pump 2 Crankshaft 7 Idler pulley 3 Air conditioning compressor 8 Power steering pump For dimensions of the poly-V-belt, see...
  • Page 125 Technical Data...
  • Page 126 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 300 Diesel, E 320 (E 420 only: front right) Body No. and Paintwork No. Emission Control Label Information Label California version...

  • Page 127: Vehicle Data Card

    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 128 Maximum engine speed 5450 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 129 Technical Data Main Dimensions See certification tag Weights 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 130: Technical Data E 300 Diesel

    Firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4 Tightening torque 15-22 ft.lb. (20-30 Nm) Poly – V belts length 2445 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 131 Technical Data E 320 Main Dimensions See certification tag Weights 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 134: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc

    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 135 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 136: Engine Oils

    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 137: Premium Unleaded Gasoline

    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 138 pressure etc.. Warranty.
  • Page 139 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 For this reason the vehicle comes...

  • Page 140: Coolants

    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 141 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 142 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 143 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 144 Index...

  • Page 145: Charge Indicator Lamp

    ABS 75, 84-86, Battery Diesel fuel system, bleeding Acceleration slip regulation (ASR) Battery charge indicator Display illumination Air conditioner refrigerant Battery not being charged Doors Air distribution Charge indicator lamp Drinking and driving Air volume Airbag Brake fluid 18, 83,115,135-136 Driving instructions Alarm system Brake pad wear indicator...

  • Page 146: Identification Plates

    First aid kit Keys, vehicle Night security illumination Front center console compartment ventilation Lamps, exterior Outside temperature indicator Fuel Fog lamps Diesel fuel additives Headlamp, adjusting Parking brake 16-18,20,60, 72-75, 83, Diesel fuels 91, 135, Headlamps 57, 83, 104,107, 85-86, 88, 90, 98, 100, Gasoline additives License plate lamp 57,108...
  • Page 147 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Tachometer Vanity mirrors emergency tensioning retractor and Technical data Vehicle data card airbag Temporarily switching off Vehicle jack Seat belts and warning system Tie down hooks Vehicle tools Shelf below rear window Tire inflation pressure Side marker lamp Tires 18-20,85-89,91,98-99, Warranty coverage...

  • Page 148: Service And Literature

    Mercedes-Benz dealer. If you have any question about carrying out some service, 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 149 Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip E 320 shown • Fuel Supply 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 150 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Spark Plugs: • Fuel: Approved spark plugs, refer to "Technical Data". To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air, • Bulbs: 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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