Mercedes-Benz 2009 E550 - Manual

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Operator’s Manual 19 Product Information Please observe the following in your own bestinterest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts andaccessories explicitly approved by us for yourvehicle model.We have tested these parts to determine theirreliability, safety an...

Operator’s Manual 20 Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Informationbooklet contains detailed information aboutthe warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz,including: R New Car Limited Warranty R Emission System Warranty R Emission Performance Warranty R California, Connecticut, ...

Operator’s Manual 21 Maintenance The Maintenance Booklet describes all thenecessary maintenance work which shouldbe performed at regular intervals.Always have the Maintenance Booklet withyou when you take the vehicle to anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center forservice. The service advisor will record ea...

Operating safety 22 Operating safety G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electroniccomponents and associated softwarecould cause them to cease functioning.Because the vehicle’s electroniccomponents are interconnected, anymodifications made may produce anundesired effect on other systems.Electr...

Reporting safety defects 23 Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with yourvehicle, particularly one that you believe mayaffect its safe operation, we urge you tocontact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerimmediately to have the problem diagnosedand corrected if required. If t...

Vehicle data recording 24 Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code§ 9951)Please note that your vehicle is equipped withdevices that can record vehicle systems dataand, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, maytransmit som...

25 Exterior view ....................................... 26Cockpit ................................................. 28Instrument cluster .............................. 30Storage compartments ....................... 32Multifunction steering wheel ............. 35Center console .........................

Instrument cluster 30 Instrument cluster At a glance

Storage compartments 32 Storage compartments At a glance

Storage compartments 33 Function Page 1 Glove box 217 2 Front passenger seatstorage compartment withfirst aid kit 290 3 Door pocket 4 Ashtray 223 5 Storage bag 218 6 Door pocket 7 Storage compartment 8 Luggage box under thetrunk floor (sedan) 294 9 Hook (sedan) 204 a Door pocket b Storage bag 218 c ...

Storage compartments 34 Function Page 1 Storage box (Canada only) 212 2 Storage compartment 3 Folding box (E 63 AMG) 216 4 Storage compartment At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel 35 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page 1 Multifunction display 141 2 Press button æ or ç • to select submenus in the Settings menu 150 • to set values • to operate the RACETIMER 3 145 • to set the volume 3 Press button s • to take a call 158 • to dial 4 158 • to r...

Center console 37 Center console Upper part At a glance Z

Center console 38 Function Page 1 Seat heating, driver’s side 102 2 Rear window sunshadeswitch (sedan) 222 3 Rear seat head restraintsswitch, folding down(sedan) 98 4 Hazard warning flasherswitch 114 5 Front passenger front airbag off indicator lamp 53 6 Central unlocking switch 85 7 Alarm system in...

Center console 39 Lower part Function Page 1 Ashtray 222 2 KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton 94 3 Gear selector lever forautomatic transmission 130 4 Parking assist (Parktronicsystem) deactivationswitch (sedan) 177 5 Adaptive Damping System(ADS) switch 5 171 6 Vehicle level controlswitch 5 172 7 Thumbwhee...

Overhead control panel 40 Overhead control panel Function Page 1 Rear interior lighting on/off 116 2 Automatic interior lighting 116 3 Front interior lighting on/off 116 4 Right reading lamp on/off 116 5 Tilt/sliding sunroof or 194 tilt/sliding panel switch(sedan) 197 6 Tele Aid (emergency callsyste...

Door control panel 41 Door control panel Function Page 1 Inside door handle 84 2 Seat adjustment 97 3 Memory function (forstoring seat, exterior mirrorand steering wheelsettings) 109 4 Exterior rear view mirroradjustment 107 5 Switches for opening/closing front and rear sidewindows, rear windowoverr...

43 Vehicle equipment .............................. 44Occupant safety .................................. 44Panic alarm .......................................... 70Driving safety systems ....................... 70Anti-theft systems .............................. 76 Safety and security

Occupant safety 44 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In ...

Occupant safety 45 see “Children in thevehicle” ( Y page 62). SRS indicator lamp The SRS system conducts a self-test whenthe ignition is switched on and in regularintervals while the engine is running. Thisfacilitates detection of system malfunctions.The 1 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster co...

Occupant safety 47 should the side impact air bagsbe deployed. (2) Always sit as upright as possible,properly use the seat belts, andfor children 12 years old andunder, use an appropriatelysized infant restraint, toddlerrestraint, or booster seatrecommended for the size andweight of the child. (3) A...

Occupant safety 48 R Do not make any modification that couldchange the effectiveness of the seatbelts. R Do not bleach or dye seat belts as thismay severely weaken them. In a crashthey may not be able to provide adequateprotection. R No modifications of any kind may bemade to any components or wirin...

Occupant safety 49 Driver and front passenger front air bags aredeployed R in the event of certain frontal impacts R if impact exceeds a preset deploymentthreshold R if the system determines that air bagdeployment can offer additional protectionto that provided by the seat belt R depending on whethe...

Occupant safety 50 R independently of the front air bags R independently of the ETDs The side impact air bags are not deployed inside impacts which do not exceed thesystem’s deployment threshold.The side air bags will not deploy in the eventof a rollover unless the vehicle’s rate of lateraldecelerat...

Occupant safety 54 In order to ensure proper operation of theair bag system and OCS: R Do not place more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) intothe storage bag on the back of the frontpassenger seat. Otherwise, the OCS maynot be able to properly approximate theoccupant weight category. R Do not place objects under ...

Occupant safety 55 Seat belts Safety notes The use of seat belts and infant and childrestraint systems is required by law in all 50states, the District of Columbia, the U.S.territories and all Canadian provinces.Even where this is not the case, all vehicleoccupants should have their seat beltsfasten...

Occupant safety 57 Do not allow the seat belt to get caught inthe door or in the seat adjustmentmechanism. This could damage the seatbelt.Never attempt to make modifications toseat belts. This could impair theeffectiveness of the seat belts. Fastening the seat belts G Warning! According to accident ...

Occupant safety 58 X Lowering: Press and hold release button 2 . X Slide seat belt height adjuster 1 downward. X Release button 2 and make sure seat belt height adjuster 1 engages into place. Releasing the seat belts X Press seat belt release button 4 ( Y page 57). Allow the retractor to completely ...

Occupant safety 59 The ETDs are designed to activate in thefollowing cases: R in frontal or rear-end impacts exceedingthe system’s preset deployment threshold R in side impacts exceeding the system’spreset deployment threshold on the farside of the impact R in certain vehicle rollovers R if the rest...

Occupant safety 60 If the closing procedure of the door windowsor tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked, the doorwindows or tilt/sliding sunroof will stop andopen slightly.Once the hazardous situation is over withoutan accident occurring, the seat belt pre-tensioning is deactivated. You can readjust allof...

Occupant safety 61 Correct driver seat adjustment G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehiclecontrol, all seat, head restraint, steeringwheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, aswell as fastening of seat belts, must bedone before the vehicle is put into motion. 1 Steering wheel 2 Seat bel...

Occupant safety 62 Observe the following points: R Always be in a properly seated position. R The position should be as far rearward fromthe front air bag in steering wheel 1 as possible, while still permitting properoperation of vehicle controls. R Adjust seat 3 to a comfortable seating position th...

Occupant safety 63 Do not expose the child restraint system todirect sunlight. The child restraint system’smetal parts, for example, could becomevery hot, and the child could be burned onthese parts. G Warning! Do not carry heavy or hard objects in thepassenger compartment, or trunk (sedan),or cargo...

Occupant safety 64 rear seats whenever possible. Regardlessof seating position, children 12 years oldand under must be seated and properlysecured in an appropriate infant restraint,toddler restraint, or booster seatrecommended for the size and weight of thechild.The infant or child restraint must be...

Occupant safety 65 A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries issignificantly increased if the child restraintsare not properly secured in the vehicleand/or the child is not properly secured inthe child restraint.Children too big for a toddler restraint mustride in seats using regular seat belts.Po...

Occupant safety 66 Once hook 2 is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured. X Install the child restraint system andtighten the top tether strap according tothe child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions. After removing the child restraint system andthe top tether strap. X Reinstall ancho...

Occupant safety 67 the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions. After removing the child restraint system andthe top tether strap. X Reinstall anchorage ring cover 1 . Wagon G Warning! Always lock the seat backrest in its uprightposition when the rear seat bench isoccupied by passengers, after in...

Occupant safety 68 2 Anchorage ring 3 Hook X For safety, make sure hook = has attached to anchorage ring 2 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. X Swing the rear seat backrest to the rearuntil it engages. X Check the rear seat backrest to be lockedin its upright position ( Y page 316). Once hook ...

Occupant safety 69 ! Make sure the seat belt for the center seat can operate freely with a child seatinstalled. Child safety Override switch G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. With the override switch you can disable therear door window switches in the rear doorpanels. G Warning! Activate the over...

Driving safety systems 70 Panic alarm 1 Â button i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that ...

Driving safety systems 71 prevent the natural laws of physics fromacting on the vehicle. They cannot increasebraking or steering efficiency beyond thatafforded by the condition of the vehiclebrakes and tires or the traction afforded.Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver canprevent accidents.Th...

Driving safety systems 72 For more information, see “What to doif …?” ( Y page 331). BAS G Observe Safety notes, see page 70. The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates inemergency situations. If you apply the brakesvery quickly, the BAS automatically providesfull brake boost, thereby potentially reduci...

Driving safety systems 73 G Warning! Never switch off the ESP ® when you see the ESP ® warning lamp v flashing in the instrument cluster. In this case proceed asfollows: R When driving off, apply as little throttleas possible. R While driving, ease up on the acceleratorpedal. R Adapt your speed and ...

Driving safety systems 74 Switching off the ESP ® 1 ESP ® switch Switching off the ESP ® (except E 63 AMG) G Warning! The ESP ® should not be switched off during normal driving other than in thecircumstances described below. Disablingthe system will reduce vehicle stability indriving maneuvers.Do no...

Driving safety systems 75 drivetrain which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching off the ESP ® (E 63 AMG only) G Warning! The ESP ® should not be switched off during normal driving.Disabling of the system will result in thefollowing: R no restriction to engine torque R loss ...

Anti-theft systems 76 Anti-theft systems Immobilizer The immobilizer prevents unauthorizedpersons from starting your vehicle.When leaving the vehicle, always take theSmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Theengine can be started by anyone with a validSmartKey that is left inside the vehicle. Activ...

Anti-theft systems 77 Close the respective element. X Disarming: Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO.The turn signal lamps flash once and anacoustic warning sounds once to indicatethat the alarm system is disarmed. i The vehicle will lock and the alarm system will rearm automatic...

79 Vehicle equipment .............................. 80Locking and unlocking ....................... 80Starter switch positions ..................... 94Seats .................................................... 95Multifunction steering wheel .......... 105Mirrors ........................................

Locking and unlocking 80 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Note...

Locking and unlocking 81 1 j Lock button 2 i Unlock button for trunk lid/tailgate 3 k Unlock button 4 Battery check lamp i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this d...

Locking and unlocking 82 When the SmartKey is valid, your vehicleunlocks R the doors R the fuel filler flap R the trunk lid/tailgate i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, a...

Locking and unlocking 83 Find the SmartKey or change its presentlocation immediately (e.g. place it on thefront passenger seat or insert it in shirtpocket). R If you have started the engine with theKEYLESS-GO start/stop button, you canturn it off again by - pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton -...

Locking and unlocking 84 If the vehicle was previously centrally lockedwith the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, thetailgate will lock automatically when it isclosed.To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, thetailgate will open automatically if a SmartKeyis recognized inside the vehicle or in the cargocom...

Locking and unlocking 85 Example illustration driver’s door 1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle If the vehicle has previously been locked withthe SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, openinga door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system.To cancel the alarm, see ( Y page 77). X Front doors: ...

Locking and unlocking 86 X Locking: Press central locking switch 2 . If all doors and the trunk/tailgate areclosed, the vehicle locks. X Unlocking: Press central unlocking switch 1 . You can open a locked door from inside at anytime. Open door only when conditions aresafe to do so.If the vehicle was...

Locking and unlocking 87 Vehicles with trunk/tailgate opening/ closing system X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey until trunk/tailgate unlocks andbegins to open. or X Pull on handle 1 . In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: Thevehicle must be unlocked. Sedan: If the trunk does not open, it is still ...

Locking and unlocking 89 X Move the tailgate to the desired openingheight. X Press and hold the tailgate closing switch( Y page 91) until an acoustic signal sounds once.The opening height of the tailgate is limited.When you now open the tailgate it will stopat the stored position. If the acoustic si...

Locking and unlocking 90 Wagon 1 Handles X Lower trunk lid/tailgate by pulling firmly onhandles 1 . X Close trunk/tailgate with hands placed flaton trunk lid/tailgate. Closing the tailgate from the inside manually (wagon) Vehicles with folding third-row seats have astrap on the tailgate to close it ...

Locking and unlocking 91 X Press switch ; until indicator lamp 1 goes out and the trunk is closed. To interrupt the closing procedure: X Release switch ; . Closing the trunk/tailgate from the outside automatically G Warning! Monitor the closing procedure carefully tomake sure no one is in danger of ...

Locking and unlocking 92 Wagon: While the tailgate closes, anacoustic signal sounds. If the trunk lid/tailgate comes into contactwith an object while closing (e.g. luggage thathas been piled too high) in the upper motionsequence, the closing procedure is stoppedand the trunk lid/tailgate reopens sli...

Locking and unlocking 93 The emergency release button unlocks andopens the trunk while the vehicle is standingstill or in motion.Illumination of the emergency release button: R The button flashes for 30 minutes afteropening the trunk. R The button flashes for 60 minutes afterclosing the trunk. The e...

Starter switch positions 94 Starter switch positions SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. Starter switch } For removing SmartKey (gear selectorlever must be in park position P) $ Power supply for some electricalconsumers, e.g. radio % Ignition (power supply for all electricalconsumers) and ...

Seats 95 KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only Position 0 Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton, the vehicle’s on-board electronicshave status 0 (as with SmartKey removed). Position 1 X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttononce.This supplies power for some electricalconsu...

Seats 96 G Warning! Your seat must be adjusted so that you cancorrectly fasten your seat belt.Observe the following points: R Adjust the seat backrest until your armsare slightly angled when holding thesteering wheel. R Adjust the seat to a comfortable seatingposition that still allows you to reach ...

Seats 97 Power seats 1 Seat fore and aft adjustment 2 Seat backrest tilt 3 Seat height 4 Seat cushion tilt 5 Head restraint height i The memory function ( Y page 109) lets you store the settings for the seat positiontogether with the settings for the steeringwheel and the exterior rear view mirrors....

Seats 98 X Adjusting side cushions: Pull or push side cushions 1 into desired position. X Adjusting forward or backward: Pull or push head restraint in direction of arrow 2 . Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the front seat’slumbar support to help enhance support toyour spine. 1 Adjustmen...

Seats 101 X Make sure the head restraints engage fully. X Press release button 1 and adjust head restraint to desired position. Multicontour seat The multicontour seat has a movable seatcushion and inflatable air cushions built intothe seat backrest to provide additionallumbar and side support. 1 Se...

Seats 102 If one or more of the indicator lamps in theseat ventilation switch 1 are flashing, there is insufficient voltage available since toomany electrical consumers are turned on. Theseat ventilation switches off automatically.The seat ventilation will switch back on againautomatically as soon a...

Seats 103 The head restraints should be adjusted sothat the back of the head is supported atapproximately eye level. This can reduce achild’s risk of injury in the event of anaccident. G Warning! Make sure the seat belt is positionedcorrectly on the body and is engaged in theseat belt buckle.Damaged...

Seats 104 1 Seat guides 2 Seat cushion X Removing: Fold seat cushion 2 upward and remove it from seat guides 1 . X Installing: Insert seat cushion 2 into seat guides 1 from behind 3 at a slight angle. X Fold seat cushion 2 back into original position 4 until it engages. Folding back third-row seat 1...

Multifunction steering wheel 105 1 Release catch 2 Seat backrest X Press release catch 1 and push head restraints as far in as they will go. X Fold seat backrest 2 of third-row seat back into original position until it engages. Multifunction steering wheel Safety notes G Warning! Do not adjust the s...

Multifunction steering wheel 106 Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows the driver an easier entryinto and exit from the vehicle. When enteringand exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel isin its uppermost position.The easy-entry/exit feature can be activatedor deactivated in the Convenience su...

Mirrors 107 lamp 3 remains on. The steering wheel heating is suspended when thetemperature of the vehicle interior is above86‡ (30†). It is also suspended when thetemperature of the steering wheel is above95‡ (35†).When these conditions do not applyanymore, steering wheel heatingcontinues. X Switchi...

Mirrors 108 i At low ambient temperatures, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heatedautomatically. Auto-dimming rear view mirrors The exterior rear view mirror on the driver’sside and the interior rear view mirror willrespond automatically to glare when theignition is switched on and incoming li...

Memory function 109 Memory function Notes With the memory function you can store upto three different configurations per frontseat.Each memory position button on the driver’sside can store all of the following settings: R Seat position R Multicontour seat: previously saved setting R Steering wheel p...

Lighting 110 1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirrorbutton 2 Passenger side exterior rear view mirrorbutton 3 Adjustment button 4 Memory button M X Stop the vehicle. X Switch on the ignition. X Press button 2 . The passenger-side exterior rear viewmirror is selected. X Adjust the passenger-side ex...

Lighting 111 Exterior lamp switch $ a Standing lamps, left % g Standing lamps, right & M OffDaytime running lamp mode ( U Automatic headlamp modeDaytime running lamp mode ) C Parking lamps (also tail lamps,license plate lamps, side markerlamps and instrument panel lamps) * B Low-beam headlamps o...

Lighting 112 traffic and/or ambient lighting conditionsrequire you to do so.In low ambient lighting conditions, onlyswitch from position U to B with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location.Switching from U to B will briefly switch off the headlamps. Doing so whiledriving in low ambient lighti...

Lighting 113 When the engine is running, and you turn theexterior lamp switch to position C or B , the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode.The corresponding exterior lamps come on( Y page 111). Fog lamps Fog lamps cannot be switched on with theexterior lamp switch in...

Lighting 114 High-beam flasher X Switching on: Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2 . Turn signals 1 Turn signals, right 2 Turn signals, left X Press the combination switch in directionof arrow 1 or 2 . The corresponding turn signal indicatorlamp L or K in the instrument clust...

Lighting 115 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps The corner-illuminating front fog lampsimprove illumination of the area in thedirection into which you are turning.The corner-illuminating front fog lamps willonly operate R in low ambient lighting conditions R at vehicle speeds below 25 mph(40 km/h) ...

Lighting 116 Interior lighting in the front 1 X Left front reading lamp on/off 2 ò Rear interior lighting on/off 3 ¡ Automatic control on/off 4 ð Front interior lighting on/off 5 X Right front reading lamp on/off 6 Interior lighting 7 Ambient lighting 8 Front reading lamps Automatic control X Activa...

Lighting 117 Vehicles with power tilt/sliding sunroof The overhead control panel is located abovethe rear seat bench. 1 X Left rear reading lamp on/off 2 Left rear reading lamp 3 Right rear reading lamp 4 X Right rear reading lamp on/off 5 Right rear interior lamp 6 Left rear interior lamp X Switchi...

Wipers 118 Wipers Notes ! Do not operate the wipers when the windshield/rear window is dry. Dust thataccumulates on a windshield/rear windowmight scratch the glass and/or damage thewiper blades when wiping occurs on a drywindshield/rear window. If it is necessaryto operate the wipers in dry weatherc...

Wipers 119 R the automatic transmission is in driveposition D or reverse gear R or R the wiper setting is changed using thecombination switch Single wipe X Press the combination switch briefly indirection of arrow 2 to the resistance point.The windshield wipers wipe one timewithout washer fluid. Wip...

Power windows 120 position 0, same as with SmartKey removed from starter switch) - engage the parking brake before attempting to remove anyblockage. R Remove blockage. R Turn the windshield wipers on again. If the windshield wipers fail to function atall with the combination switch in position U or ...

Power windows 121 G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. G Warning! Do not keep any part of your body upagainst the window pane when opening awindow. The downward motion of the panemay pull that part of your body downbetween the window pane and the doorframe and trap it there. If there is a risk ofent...

Power windows 122 If the door window is blocked again and opensslightly: X Immediately after the door window wasblocked, pull the respective switchupwards until the door window is fullyclosed. G Warning! Pressing and holding the switch to close thedoor window immediately after it had beenblocked two...

Power windows 123 The door windows and the tilt/sliding panelopens after approximately 1 second. X Release button k on the SmartKey to interrupt the opening procedure. Convenience closing feature When locking the vehicle, you cansimultaneously close R the door windows R the tilt/sliding sunroof R th...

Driving and parking 124 Driving and parking Safety notes G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects areobstructing the pedals’ range of movement.Keep the driver’s footwell clear of allobstacles. If there are any floormats orcarpets in the footwell, make sure thepedals still have sufficient clearance...

Driving and parking 125 X Gasoline engine: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 ( Y page 94) and release it.The engine starts automatically. X Diesel engine: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2 ( Y page 94). Preglow indicator lamp q in the instrument cluster comes ...

Driving and parking 126 Carry out the following steps: X If you are starting the engine with theSmartKey: Turn the SmartKey in the starterswitch to position 0 and repeat the starting procedure. X If you are starting the engine with KEYLESS-GO: Close any doors that may be open toallow for better dete...

Driving and parking 127 Automatic transmission G Warning! It is dangerous to shift the automatictransmission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is notfirmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle couldaccelerate quickly forward or in rev...

Driving and parking 128 If no damage on major assemblies, fuelsystem, and engine mount can bedetermined: X Start the engine in the usual manner. Parking G Warning! Do not park this vehicle in areas wherecombustible materials such as grass, hayor leaves can come into contact with thehot exhaust syste...

Driving and parking 129 X Releasing: Pull on release handle 1 . When the ignition is switched on or theengine is running, the brake warninglamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out. X Engaging: Step firmly on parking brake pedal 2 . When the engine is running, the brake...

Automatic transmission 131 The current transmission position P, R, N, or D appears in the multifunction display ( Y page 131). There are additional indicators on the coverof the shifting gate showing the current gearselector lever position.The indicators come on when you insert theSmartKey into the ...

Automatic transmission 132 EffectShift the automatic transmissioninto reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped. Effect ë Neutral positionNo power is transmitted from theengine to the drive axle. When thebrakes are released, the vehiclecan be moved freely (pushed ortowed).To avoid damage to th...

Automatic transmission 133 Gear ranges With the automatic transmission in driveposition D and driving in automatic program mode C or S, you can limit or extend the gear range, see “One-touchgearshifting” ( Y page 134). The current gear range appears in themultifunction display. 1 Gear range indicato...

Automatic transmission 134 The current program mode appears in themultifunction display. 1 Program mode indicator You should only change the program modewhen the automatic transmission is in parkposition P. i The last selected automatic program mode ( C or S) is switched on when the engine is restar...

Automatic transmission 135 vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will notprevent this type of loss of control. X Briefly press the gear selector lever to theleft in the D- direction. or X Briefly pull left gearshift control 1 . The automatic transmission will shift intothe next lower gear as permitted...

Automatic transmission 136 C Comfort For standard driving S Sport For sporty driving M Manual For manual gearshifting The current program mode appears in themultifunction display ( Y page 134). For information on automatic program mode( C or S), see “Automatic shift program” ( Y page 133) and “One-t...

Automatic transmission 137 X Briefly press the gear selector lever to theleft in the D- direction. or X Briefly pull left gearshift control 1 ( Y page 134). The automatic transmission shifts into thenext lower gear. i For maximum acceleration, press and hold the gear selector lever to the left in th...

Instrument cluster 138 Instrument cluster Introduction For a full view illustration of the instrumentcluster, see “Instrumentcluster” ( Y page 30). G Warning! No messages will be displayed if either theinstrument cluster or the multifunctiondisplay is inoperative.As a result, you will not be able to...

Control system 139 Steam from an overheated engine cancause serious burns which can occur justby opening the engine hood. Stay awayfrom the engine if you see or hear steamcoming from it.Stop the vehicle in a safe location awayfrom other traffic. Turn off the engine, getout of the vehicle and do not ...

Control system 140 The control system relays information to themultifunction display. Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display andthe settings in the control system arecontrolled by the buttons on the multifunctionsteering wheel. 1 Multifunction display 2 Press button s...

Control system 141 The individual functions are then found withinthe relevant menu (radio or CD operationsunder Audio/DVD menu, for example). These functions serve to call up relevantinformation or to customize the settings foryour vehicle.It is helpful to think of the menus, and thefunctions within...

Control system 142 Menus and submenus i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical tothose shown in the multifunction display. Controls in detail

Control system 143 The first function displayed in each menuwill automatically show you which part ofthe system you are in. Function 1 Standard display menu ( Y page 143) 2 AMG 9 menu ( Y page 144) 3 Audio/DVD menu ( Y page 146) 4 Navigation menu ( Y page 148) 5 Distronic menu ( Y page 148) 6 Vehicl...

Control system 144 Indicated temperatures just above thefreezing point do not guarantee that theroad surface is free of ice. The road may stillbe icy, especially in wooded areas or onbridges. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the digital speedometer or the outsidetemperature appears in the mult...

Control system 145 RACETIMER G Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use onroads and in conditions where high speeddriving is permitted. Racing on public roadsis prohibited under all circumstances andthe driver is and must always remainresponsible for following posted speedlimits. The RACETIMER...

Control system 146 Deleting all lapsIt is not possible to delete a single saved lap.When you turn off the engine, the RACETIMERwill be reset to “0” after 30 seconds. All lapsare deleted. X Press button æ while the timer is running.The timer stops. X Press the reset button in the instrumentcluster tw...

Control system 147 If no audio equipment is currently switchedon, the message AUDIO Off appears in the multifunction display. Selecting radio station The HD Radio with SIRIUS Satellite Radio istreated as a radio application.For more information on HD Radio withSIRIUS Satellite Radio, refer to separa...

Control system 148 Operating video DVD X Switch on the COMAND system and selectDVD-Video. Refer to separate COMANDsystem operating instructions. X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Audio/DVD menu appears in the multifunction display. 1 Disc number 2 Current scene X Press button k or j to sele...

Control system 149 operation of certain systems. They do notreplace the owner’s and/or driver’sresponsibility to maintain the vehicle’soperating safety. Have all requiredmaintenance and safety checks performedon the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center toaddress the malfun...

Control system 150 X Press the reset button in the instrumentcluster for approximately 3 seconds.The request to press the reset button oncemore to confirm appears in themultifunction display. X Press the reset button once more.The functions of all the submenus will bereset to factory settings. The s...

Control system 151 Vehicle submenu R Setting automatic central locking( Y page 155) Convenience submenu R Activating easy-entry/exit feature( Y page 156) Instrument cluster submenu Access the Instr. Cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr. Cluster submenu to change the instrument cluste...

Control system 152 Selecting display (speed or outside temperature) for status line X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr. Cluster submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status Line Display appears in the multifunction display.The selection marker is on the...

Control system 153 Setting the dateThis function is only available if your vehicleis not equipped with navigation module. X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Set Date Month , Set Date Day , or Set Date Year appea...

Control system 154 Setting locator lightingWith the locator lighting feature activated andthe exterior lamp switch in position U , the following lamps will come on during darknesswhen the vehicle is unlocked using button k on the SmartKey: R Parking lamps R Tail lamps R License plate lamps R Side ma...

Control system 155 R Side marker lamps R Front fog lamps If, after turning off the engine, you do notopen a door or do not close an opened door,the lamps will automatically go out after60 seconds. X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedl...

Control system 156 X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Vehicle submenu. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Automatic Door Locking appears in the multifunction display.The selection marker is on the currentsetting. X Press button æ or ç to switch the automatic centra...

Control system 157 Fuel consumption statistics since start X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. 1 Distance driven s...

Control system 158 Telephone menu G Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must alwaysbe his/her primary focus when driving. Foryour safety and the safety of others, werecommend that you pull over to a safelocation and stop before placing or takinga telephone call. If you choose to use thetelepho...

Control system 159 Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive calls,you may select and dial a number from thephone book at any time. X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k repeatedly until t...

Driving systems 160 Driving systems Introduction This section describes the following drivingsystems of your vehicle: R Cruise control and Distronic R Distance warning function is only availablewith Distronic R AIRMATIC DC R All-wheel drive (4MATIC) R Parktronic system (sedan) The ABS, Adaptive Brak...

Driving systems 161 1 Setting current or higher speed 2 Setting current or lower speed 3 Canceling the cruise control 4 Activating the cruise control or resumingto last set speed Activating cruise control You can activate the cruise control at avehicle speed above 20 mph (30 km/h).You cannot activat...

Driving systems 162 acoustic warning will sound. Observeadditional messages in the multifunctiondisplay that may appear.Depressing the accelerator pedal does notdeactivate the cruise control. After a briefacceleration (e.g. for passing), the cruisecontrol will resume the last set speed. Changing the...

Driving systems 164 G Warning! Close attention to road and trafficconditions is imperative at all times,regardless of whether or not the Distronicis activated.Use of the Distronic can be dangerous onwinding roads or in heavy traffic becauseconditions do not allow safe driving at aconstant speed.The ...

Driving systems 165 1 Set speed 2 Cruise control speed segments 3 Speed of the vehicle ahead If the Distronic detects a vehicle directlyahead, the cruise control speed segments 2 appear in the speedometer. These segments represent the difference betweenthe set speed of your vehicle 1 and the speed o...

Driving systems 166 Distronic deactivated When the Distronic is deactivated, you willsee the standard Distronic display in themultifunction display. 1 Preceding vehicle, if detected 2 Actual distance to the preceding vehicle 3 Preset distance threshold to thepreceding vehicle 4 Your vehicle 5 Symbol...

Driving systems 167 R when the automatic transmission is in parkposition P, reverse gear R, or neutral position N R when the ESP ® is switched off or has switched off due to a malfunction The vehicle speed displayed on thespeedometer can briefly vary from the speedsetting on the Distronic system. Se...

Driving systems 168 Adjustment in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments X Briefly press the cruise control lever downin direction of arrow 2 ( Y page 166). The new speed is set and the vehicle willdecelerate. Keep in mind that it may take abrief moment until the vehicle has reachedthe set speed. Settin...

Driving systems 169 setting and the current speed of your vehicle,Distronic calculates and sets the requiredfollowing distance to the preceding vehicle.The set distance will be shown in themultifunction display. G Warning! It is up to the driver to exercise discretionto select the appropriate settin...

Driving systems 170 In such a case, Distronic will switch off, andthe message DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable – See Operator’s Manual appears in the multifunction display.For cleaning and care of the Distronic systemsensor cover, see ( Y page 285). i If the message DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable – ...

Driving systems 171 Distance warning function When the Distronic is deactivated, thisfunction will continue to warn you whenrecognizing a stationary obstacle or a slowervehicle moving in your vehicle’s path and thedanger of a collision exists: R The distance warning lamp l in the instrument cluster ...

Driving systems 172 1 ADS switch 2 Indicator lamps The following settings are available: R Comfort Both indicator lamps 2 are off. R Sport 1 One indicator lamp 2 is on. R Sport 2 Both indicator lamps 2 are on. X Start the engine. X Press ADS switch 1 repeatedly until the desired suspension tuning is...

Driving systems 175 Parktronic system The Parktronic system is an electronicparking aid with ultrasonic sensors designedto assist the driver during parking maneuvers.It indicates the relative distance between thevehicle and an obstacle visually and audibly.The Parktronic system is activatedautomatic...

Driving systems 176 Range of the sensors Front sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Rear sensors Center approx. 48 in (120 cm) Corners approx. 32 in (80 cm) Minimum distance Center approx. 8 in (20 cm) Corners approx. 6 in (15 cm) If the Parktronic system detects an ob...

Driving systems 177 Rear area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness indicators Each warning indicator is divided into fiveyellow and two red distance segments foreither side of the vehicle. The Parktronicsystem is ready to measure when the yellowreadine...

Driving systems 178 Parktronic system malfunction There is a malfunction in the Parktronicsystem, if only the red distance segmentsilluminate and an acoustic warning sounds.The Parktronic system will switch offautomatically after 20 seconds and indicatorlamp 2 in Parktronic switch 1 comes on. X Have...

Climate control system 179 Climate control system Overview of climate control system functions Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Dual-zone automatic climate control 4-zone automatic climate control Rear climate control The dual-zone automatic climate cont...

Climate control system 180 Control panels Dual-zone automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Temperature control, driver’s side i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 186) 2 y Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear ...

Climate control system 181 Function Recommendation/Notes 4 Display 5 © Air distribution ( Y page 189) 6 ¯ Rear window defroster i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior haswarmed up. ( Y page 193) 7 Temperature control, passenger side i Set th...

Climate control system 182 4-zone automatic climate control Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Air distribution, driver’s side ( Y page 189) 2 y Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again. ( Y page 190) 3 $ Temperature control, driver’s si...

Climate control system 184 Function Recommendation/Notes g % Temperature control, driver’s side, lowering i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 186) h , Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time, e.g. in a tunnel. Otherwise, the windows can fog up due to lackof fresh air. ( ...

Climate control system 185 up, impairing visibility and endangering youand others. X Keep the air intake grille in front of thewindshield free of snow and debris. Do not obstruct air flow by placing objects onthe air flow-through exhaust slots below therear window. i If the vehicle interior is hot, ...

Climate control system 186 Automatic mode When operating the climate control system inautomatic mode, the interior air temperature,air volume and air distribution are adjustedautomatically.In automatic mode, cooling withdehumidification is switched on. This functioncan be switched off if necessary. ...

Climate control system 187 4-zones automatic climate control You can set the air temperature for each ofthe 4 zones separately. You should raise orlower the temperature setting in smallincrements, preferably starting at 72‡(22†). Front zones X Increasing/decreasing: Press button Á or  until the des...

Climate control system 188 i For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable center and side air vents to themiddle position. Center air vents 1 Left center air vent, adjustable 2 Right center air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control foradjustable right center air vent 4 Thumbwheel f...

Climate control system 189 B-pillar air vents Vehicles with 4-zone automatic climate control only 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control forside air vent 2 Side air vent, adjustable X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel 1 to the left or to the right. Adjusting air distribution Dual-zone automatic climate ...

Climate control system 190 Symbol Function Z Directs air through the center,side and defroster air vents tothe windshield and sidewindows a Directs air through the Cockpit(Canada only), center, side andrear passenger compartmentair vents X Directs air into the entirevehicle interior Y Directs air to...

Climate control system 191 R air flows onto the windshield and the frontside windows R the air recirculation mode is switched off i You can adjust the air volume, air distribution and interior air temperaturewhen the front defroster is switched on. X Deactivating: Press button y again. The indicator...

Climate control system 192 Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to preventunpleasant odors from entering the vehiclefrom the outside (e. g. before driving through a tunnel). This setting cuts off the intake ofoutside air and recirculates the air in thepassenger compartment. G Warn...

Rear window defroster 193 The residual heat is deactivatedautomatically: R when the ignition is switched on R after approximately 30 minutes R if the battery voltage drops R if the coolant temperature is too low Rear window defroster G Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice shouldbe removed from ...

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 194 Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/slidingsunroof, make sure there is no danger ofanyone being harmed by the opening/closing procedure.The tilt/sliding sunroof is equipped with theexpress operation and automatic r...

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 195 With the sunroof closed or raised, you canslide the sunroof screen forward and back. Sunroof screen X Switch on the ignition. Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point indirection of arrow 2 . X Release the sunroof switch whe...

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 196 If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof isblocked during the closing procedure (e. g. by ice or pollution), the tilt/sliding sunroof willstop and open slightly. However, the tilt/sliding sunroof will exert greater force beforereversing than when the tilt/sliding su...

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) 197 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) Extending and retracting the roller sunblinds The roller sunblinds only operate with the tilt/sliding panel closed. The front and rear rollersunblind cannot be operated individually. G Warning...

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) 198 Such an opening also presents a potentialfor injury for occupants wearing their seatbelts properly as entire body parts orportions of them may protrude from thepassenger compartment. ! To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any objects w...

Loading and storing 200 Loading and storing Loading instructions G Warning! Always fasten items being carried assecurely as possible using cargo tie-downrings and fastening materials appropriatefor the weight and size of the load.In an accident, during hard braking orsudden maneuvers, loose items wi...

Loading and storing 201 The handling characteristics of a fully loadedvehicle depend greatly on the loaddistribution. It is therefore recommended toload the vehicle according to the illustrationshown, with the heaviest items being placedtowards the front of the vehicle.Please pay attention to and co...

Loading and storing 202 Ski bag (sedan, Canada only) G Warning! The ski bag is designed for up to four pairsof skis. Do not load the ski bag with otherobjects.Always fasten the ski bag securely. In anaccident, an unfastened ski bag can causeinjury to vehicle occupants. Unfolding and loading X Fold r...

Loading and storing 203 5 Strap X Tighten strap 5 by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski bag aretightly secured. 6 Hook 7 Eye X Connect hook 6 of front strap to eye 7 located on center tunnel in front of rearseat bench. X Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end(arrow). Unloa...

Loading and storing 204 The parcel net cannot protect transportedgoods in the event of an accident. A parcel net is located in the front passengerfootwell. Cargo tie-down rings Your vehicle is equipped with four cargo tie-down rings.Carefully secure cargo by applying even loadon all rings 1 with rop...

Loading and storing 205 1 Tab 2 Retaining hook X Pull tab 1 of retaining hook 2 down. ! Do not use the retaining hook to tie down cargo. Expanding cargo volume To expand the cargo volume, you can folddown the left and right seat backrests.The two sections can be folded downseparately to enlarge the ...

Loading and storing 206 1 Seat cushion 2 Seat backrest X Grab the back of seat cushion 1 and fold forward. X Push the rear seat head restraints all theway in. X If the rear center seat is to be occupiedwhile driving, it may be necessary to foldthe seat belt buckle up again. X Pull the handle in the ...

Loading and storing 210 When placing the seat cushion back in,guide the plug connection back togetheruntil the plug engages. ! Leave the seat cushion hinge in this position. The upholstery could be damagedif you fold the hinge back. X Fold the seat backrest forward. Cargo management system (wagon, C...

Loading and storing 211 L To insert or remove the mountingelement S To move the mounting element to thenext engaging point X Turn mounting element 2 to L . X Insert mounting element 2 in cargo rail 1 . X Turn mounting element 2 until it engages in position j . You should be able to feel mountingelem...

Loading and storing 212 X Place load between the cargo belt and theside wall of the cargo compartment. X Press locking button 3 on belt reel 1 . With the other hand, slowly pull cargo beltover load until the load is properly secured. Telescoping rod The telescoping rod can be used to tightenthe load...

Loading and storing 213 Storage box 1 is additionally held in place from above by the twin roller blind. X Loading: Fold seat backrests 3 forward ( Y page 207). X Fill storage box 1 with cargo through the opening on the front side. X Fold seat backrests 3 to the original position ( Y page 208). X Re...

Loading and storing 214 1 Handle 2 Cargo compartment cover Rolling up the cargo compartment cover X Use handle 1 to pull cargo compartment cover 2 down into the horizontal position. X Unhook cargo compartment cover 2 from its anchorages on the left and right sides.To do so, pull cargo compartment co...

Loading and storing 215 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 4 Locking in place 5 Hooks 6 Pneumatic spring X Press rear cargo compartment floor 2 slightly forward 4 . Pneumatic spring 6 engages, locking rear cargo compartment floor 2 in place. i You can transport objects when the cargo compartment floor i...

Loading and storing 216 Removing the rear cargo compartment floor 1 Raising 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 3 Retainer 4 Moving out 5 Pneumatic spring 6 Release catch X Open rear cargo compartment floor 2 ( Y page 214). X Slide release catch 6 upward and remove pneumatic spring 5 from bolt by moving ...

Loading and storing 217 1 Front cargo compartment floor 4 Crossbar 6 Retainer X Store crossbar 4 in a suitable place. To do so, insert crossbar 4 into the two retainers 6 on front cargo compartment floor 1 . The two retainers 6 must be unlocked in order to remove crossbar 4 . To do so, push the tabs...

Loading and storing 218 $ Unlocking glove box % Locking glove box Storage compartment in the rear center console X Briefly press the top of the compartment. Storage compartment in the rear armrest X Opening: Pull down the armrest. X Press the handle upwards and fold the reararmrest lid up. ! Do not ...

Useful features 219 Useful features Cup holders G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids onvehicle occupants and/or vehicleequipment, only use containers that fit intothe cup holder. Use lids on open containersand do not fill containers to a height wherethe contents, especially hot liqui...

Useful features 220 1 Cup holder 2 Locking pins X Removing cup holder: Depress locking pins 2 and remove cup holder 1 upwards. 3 Locking pins X Reinstalling cup holder: Insert cup holder. X Press both locking pins 3 outwards. ! Make sure the cup holder is correctly positioned in the guides while you...

Useful features 221 Sun visors G Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visorsclosed while vehicle is in motion. Reflectedglare can endanger you and others. 1 Sun visor 2 Vanity mirror 3 Vanity mirror cover 4 Vanity mirror lamp Glare through the windsh...

Useful features 222 ! Always guide the sunblind by hand. Do not let it snap back, as the retractor could bedamaged. Rear window sunshade (sedan) G Warning! When operating the rear window sunshademake sure there is no danger of anyonebeing harmed by the extending orretracting procedure.The extending ...

Useful features 223 X Grab and remove ashtray insert fromashtray frame. X Reinstalling ashtray insert: Push the ashtray insert back into the frame until itengages. X Closing: Push down cover 1 . Rear door ashtray 1 Ashtray release 2 Ashtray X Opening: Briefly press the top of ashtray 2 . X Removing ...

Useful features 224 plugs that do not fit properly) can damagethe lighter socket. With the socketdamaged, the lighter may not functionproperly any longer. Power outlets The power outlets can be used toaccommodate 12V DC electrical accessories(e.g. auxiliary lamps, mobile phone chargers)up to a maxim...

Useful features 225 The Tele Aid system consists of three typesof response: R Automatic and manual emergency R Roadside Assistance R Information The Tele Aid system is operational providingthat the vehicle’s battery is charged, properlyconnected, not damaged, and cellular andGPS coverage is availabl...

Useful features 226 be established automatically soon after theemergency call has been initiated. TheResponse Center will attempt to determinemore precisely the nature of the emergencyprovided they can speak to an occupant ofthe vehicle. i If no vehicle occupant responds, an ambulance will be sent t...

Useful features 227 button p will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display and the audio system or theCOMAND system is muted. When the connection is established, themessage Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. The Tele ...

Useful features 228 i The COMAND system display indicates that a Tele Aid call is in progress. While thecall is connected you can change to thenavigation menu by pressing the NAVbutton on the COMAND system. Spokencommands are not available. A voice connection between the CustomerAssistance Center re...

Useful features 229 Route guidanceYou will be prompted to confirm that routeguidance to the entered address is to bestarted. X Select Yes using button ( or & on the COMAND system. X Press button C on the COMAND system to confirm. The system calculates the route andsubsequently starts the route g...

Useful features 230 X Select Start . or X Select No if you wish to save the downloaded destination address in the From Memory destination list for future use. i Destination addresses will download in the same order they were sent. If you havemultiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles equippedwith Tele Aid and ...

Useful features 231 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services In the event your vehicle was stolen: X Report the incident to the police.The police will issue a numbered incidentreport. X Pass this number on to the ResponseCenter along with your password.The Response Center will then attempt tocovertly contac...

Useful features 232 Programming the integrated remote control X Step 1: Switch on the ignition. X Step 2: If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish toretain its programming, proceed to step 3. or X If you are programming the integratedremote control for the first time, p...

Useful features 233 You have 30 seconds to initiate thefollowing two steps. X Step 10: Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for 2 seconds and release theprogrammed signal transmitter button( 2 , 3 or 4 ). X Step 11: Press, hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button asecond...

Useful features 234 Operation of integrated remote control X Switch on the ignition. X Select and press the appropriateintegrated signal transmitter button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ) to activate the remote controlled device.The integrated remote control transmittercontinues to send the signal as long as thebutt...

Useful features 235 Any unauthorized modification to thisdevice could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment. i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this devi...

237 Vehicle equipment ............................ 238The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 238At the gas station ............................. 239Engine compartment ........................ 241Tires and wheels ............................... 247Winter driving ................................... 27...

The first 1000 miles (1500 km) 238 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. The first 1000 m...

At the gas station 239 At the gas station Refueling G Warning! Gasoline and diesel fuels are highlyflammable and poisonous. They burnviolently and can cause serious injury.Never allow sparks, flames or smokingmaterials near gasoline or diesel fuel!Turn off the engine before refueling.Whenever you ar...

At the gas station 240 i Gasoline engine: Only use premium unleaded gasoline witha minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91(average of 96 RON/86 MON).Information on gasoline quality cannormally be found on the fuel pump. Pleasecontact gas station personnel in caselabels on the pump cannot be found.For mor...

Engine compartment 241 X Closing: Turn fuel filler cap 2 clockwise until it audibly engages. X Close fuel filler flap 1 . Low outside temperatures (diesel engine) ! Do not fill the tank with gasoline. Do not blend diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosene.The fuel system and engine will otherwisebe dama...

Engine compartment 243 Closing G Warning! When closing the hood, use extremecaution not to catch hands or fingers. Becareful that you do not close the hood onanyone.Make sure the hood is securely engagedbefore driving off. Do not continue drivingif the hood can no longer engage after anaccident, for...

Engine compartment 244 The filling quantity between the upper andlower marks on the oil dipstick isapproximately 2.1 US qt. (2.0 l).E 63 AMG:The filling quantity between the upper andlower marks on the oil dipstick isapproximately 1.6 US qt. (1.5 l). X If necessary, add engine oil. For more informat...

Engine compartment 245 Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need tobe checked. If you notice transmission fluidloss or gearshifting malfunctions, have anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center check thetransmission. Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water andanticorr...

Engine compartment 246 Washer system and headlamp cleaning system G Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highlyflammable. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because itmay ignite and burn. You could be seriouslyburned. ! Always use washer solvent/antifreeze where temperature...

Tires and wheels 247 Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerfor information on tested and recommendedrims and tires for summer and winteroperation. They can also offer adviceconcerning tire service and purchase. G Warning! Replace rims or tires with the samedesignati...

Tires and wheels 248 Tire care and maintenance G Warning! Regularly check the tires for damage.Damaged tires can cause tire inflationpressure loss. As a result, you could losecontrol of your vehicle.Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If thetire tread is worn to minimum tread depth,or if the tires ...

Tires and wheels 249 1 TWI ( Tread Wear Indicator) The treadwear indicator appears as a solidband across the tread. Storing tires ! Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible.Protect tires from contact with oil, greaseand fuels. Cleaning tires ! Never use ...

Tires and wheels 250 1 Driver’s door B-pillar Following is a discussion on how to work withthe information contained on the Tire andLoading Information placard with regards toloading your vehicle. Tire and Loading Information G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit ...

Tires and wheels 251 1 Seating capacity information on the Tireand Loading Information placard Steps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed asrequired of all manufacturers under Title 49,Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575pursuant to the “National Traffic a...

Tires and wheels 252 Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Seating configuration Occupants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (total load limit ...

Tires and wheels 253 have the loaded vehicle (including driver,passengers and all cargo and, if applicable,trailer fully loaded) weighed on a suitablecommercial scale. Trailer tongue load The tongue load of any trailer is an importantweight to measure because it affects the loadyou can carry in your...

Tires and wheels 254 1 Tire and Loading Information placard withrecommended cold tire inflationpressures The Tire and Loading Information placard liststhe recommended cold tire inflationpressures for maximum loaded vehicleweight. The tire inflation pressures listedapply to the tires installed as ori...

Tires and wheels 255 Underinflated tires can R cause excessive and uneven tire wear R adversely affect fuel economy R lead to tire failure from being overheated R adversely affect handling characteristics Overinflated tires G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflationpressures.Do not overinflate tir...

Tires and wheels 256 stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen.Then recheck the tire inflation pressurewith the tire gauge. X Install the valve cap. X Repeat this procedure for each tire. Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) While the vehicle is being driven, the Run FlatIndicator monitors the set tire...

Tires and wheels 257 Restarting the Run Flat IndicatorThe Run Flat Indicator must be restarted inthe following situations: R after you have changed the tire inflationpressure R after you have replaced the wheels or tires R after you have installed new wheels or tires X Using the Tire and Loading Inf...

Tires and wheels 260 When the vehicle has been parked for longerthan 20 minutes, the message Tire pressure displayed after driving for a few minutes. appears in the multifunction display. i With a spare wheel mounted, the system may still indicate the tire inflation pressureof the removed road wheel...

Tires and wheels 261 supplemental tire inflation pressureinformation on the inside of the fuel fillerflap, make sure the tire inflation pressureof all four tires is correct. X Switch on the ignition. X Press button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedlyuntil the standard display appea...

Tires and wheels 262 5 Manufacturer 6 Tire ply material ( Y page 268) 7 Tire size designation, load and speedrating ( Y page 262) 8 Load identification ( Y page 264) 9 Tire name i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveil...

Tires and wheels 263 Tire load rating G Warning! The tire load rating must always be at leasthalf of the GAWR of your vehicle.Otherwise, tire failure may be the resultwhich may cause an accident and/orserious injury to you or others.Always replace rims and tires with the samedesignation, manufacture...

Tires and wheels 264 consulted for the maximum speedcapability.If a service description is given, the speedcapability is limited by the speed symbol inthe service description. Example:245/40 ZR18 97Y. In this example, “97Y”is the service description. The letter “Y”designates the speed rating and the...

Tires and wheels 265 may vary from data shown in aboveillustration. In addition to tire load rating, special loadidentification 1 may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter designating thetire speed rating 6 ( Y page 262). R No specification given: absence of any text(like in above ex...

Tires and wheels 266 Tire type code Tire type code 4 may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive codefor identifying significant characteristics ofthe tire. Date of manufacture The date of manufacture 5 identifies the week and year of manufacture.The first two figures identify t...

Tires and wheels 267 1 Maximum permissible tire inflationpressure i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration. This is the maximum permissible tire inflationpressure for the tire.Always follow the recommended ti...

Tires and wheels 268 service practices and differences in roadcharacteristics and climate. Traction G Warning! The traction grade assigned to this tire isbased on straight-ahead braking tractiontests, and does not include acceleration,cornering, hydroplaning, or peak tractioncharacteristics. The tra...

Tires and wheels 269 i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration. This marking tells you about the type of cordand number of plies in the sidewall and underthe tread. Tire and loading terminology Accessory weigh...

Tires and wheels 270 tongue load). It is indicated on certificationlabel located on the driver’s door B-pillar. Kilopascal (kPa) The metric unit for air pressure. There are6.9 kPa to 1 psi; another metric unit for airpressure is bar. There are 100 kilopascals(kPa) to 1 bar. Maximum load rating The m...

Winter driving 272 If applicable to your vehicle’s tireconfiguration, tires can be rotated accordingto the tire manufacturer’s recommendedintervals in the tire manufacturer’s warrantypamphlet located in your vehicle literatureportfolio. If none is available, tires should berotated every 3 000 to 6 0...

Winter driving 273 Snow chains ! When driving with snow chains, always select the raised level of the vehicle levelcontrol. Other settings may result indamage to your vehicle. ! Some tire sizes do not leave adequate clearance for snow chains. To help avoidserious damage to your vehicle or tires,make...

Driving instructions 274 vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will notprevent this type of loss of control. The most important rule for slippery or icyroads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abruptacceleration, braking and steeringmaneuvers. Do not use the cruise controlsystem under such conditions.W...

Driving instructions 275 Drinking and driving G Warning! Drinking and driving and/or taking drugsand driving are very dangerouscombinations. Even a small amount ofalcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes,perceptions and judgment.The possibility of a serious or even fatalaccident are greatly increas...

Driving instructions 276 expected brake effect. Maintain a safedistance from vehicles in front. To help prevent brake disk corrosion afterdriving on wet or salt-covered roads, it isadvisable to brake the vehicle withconsiderable force prior to parking. The heatgenerated serves to dry the brakes. Sal...

Driving instructions 277 (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometeror the vehicle is being towed with the frontaxle raised.Active braking action through the ESP ® may otherwise ser...

Driving instructions 278 reduces engine performance and causespremature brake and drivetrain wear whichis not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warranty. Hydroplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer onthe road, hydroplaning may occur, even at lowspeeds and with new tires. In heavy rain o...

Driving instructions 279 Only operate the COMAND 16 (Cockpit Management and Data System) if road,weather and traffic conditions permit.Otherwise, you may not be able to observetraffic conditions and could endangeryourself and others.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h),...

Maintenance 280 Maintenance Notes The Maintenance System in your vehicletracks the distance driven and the timeelapsed since the last maintenance service,calculates other maintenance service workrequired, and calls for the next maintenanceservice accordingly.We strongly recommend that you have yourv...

Maintenance 281 1 Reset button X Clearing the maintenance service indicator message manually: Press reset button 1 on the instrument cluster. The standard display appears in themultifunction display. Maintenance service term exceeded If you have exceeded the suggestedmaintenance service term, you wi...

Vehicle care 282 system without performing the propermaintenance service as called for by themaintenance service indicator will result inengine damage and/or other vehicledamage not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warranty. Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Notes Regular and proper c...

Vehicle care 283 You should check your vehicle from time totime for stone chipping or other damage. Anydamage should be repaired as soon aspossible to prevent corrosion.In doing so, do not neglect the underbody ofthe vehicle. A prerequisite for a thoroughcheck is a washing of the underbody followedb...

Vehicle care 284 Engine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment,make sure to protect electrical componentsand connectors from contact with water andcleaning agents.Corrosion protection, such as MBAnticorrosion Wax should be applied to theengine compartment after every enginecleaning. Befor...

Vehicle care 286 Never open the hood when the wiper armsare folded forward. X Make sure the hood is fully closed. X Switch on the ignition. X Turn combination switch to wiper setting u ( Y page 118). X With wiper arms in vertical position, switchoff the ignition. G Warning! For safety reasons, switc...

Vehicle care 287 may also damage the wheel paint if thevehicle is not driven after cleaning.Therefore, the vehicle’s brake systemshould always be warmed-up before it isparked after cleaning. Drive your vehicle forseveral minutes to allow the brakes to dry.When applying Mercedes-Benz approvedTire Car...

Vehicle care 288 intermediate cover, contact-discoloration willbe prevented. G Warning! Only use seat or head restraint coverswhich have been tested and approved byMercedes-Benz for your vehicle model.Using other seat or head restraint coversmay interfere with or prevent the activationof the active ...

289 Vehicle equipment ............................ 290Where will I find ...? .......................... 290Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 295What to do if … .................................. 330Unlocking/locking manually ........... 343Resetting activat...

Where will I find ...? 292 Vehicles with TIREFIT 1 Jack and tools 2 Electric air pump 3 TIREFIT kit X To access remaining tools: Remove jack 1 . Collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to securethe vehicle, e.g. while changing a wheel. X Take the collapsible wheel chock from theve...

Where will I find ...? 293 Operational position X Turn the crank handle clockwise. Before placing the jack back into the vehicletool kit: X Fully collapse the jack. X Fold in the crank handle (storage position). Spare wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 355. The spare wheel is located underneath ...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 295 lower the trunk floor before closing thetrunk. 1 Fastening clip 2 Luggage box X Turn fastening clips 1 to the left upwards from the fastening bolts. X Lift luggage box 2 in the area of the fastening bolts and remove it from thetrunk. X Install...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 296 wheel. They are then stored in the Vehicle status message memory menu ( Y page 148). Remember that clearing a message will only make the messagedisappear. Clearing a message will notcorrect the condition that caused themessage to appear. G War...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 297 Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS ABS, ESP Inoperative See Operator’s Man. The brake system is still functioningnormally but due to a malfunction, theABS, the BAS, the ESP ® and the ...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 298 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution PRE-SAFE Inoperative See Operator’s Manual The PRE-SAFE ® system itself has failed. All other occupant safety systems, suchas the air bags, are still available. X Contact an authori...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 299 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual The front passenger front air bag isactivated while driving even though achild, small individual, or object below thesystem’s we...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 300 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutiondisplay in the instrument cluster ( Y page 30) for the following:With the seat unoccupied and the ignitionswitched on, R the 75 indicator lamp in the center console should illuminate...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 301 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionsoon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter. G Warning! If the 75 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any children 12 y...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 304 Driving systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Cruise Control And SPEEDTRONIC Inoperative The cruise control is malfunctioning. X Have cruise control checked at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. Cruise Control -...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 305 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable See Operator’s Manual Distronic is deactivated because: R The Distronic cover in the radiator grilleis dirty. R The functionality is impaired by heav...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 306 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable See Operator’s Manual Distronic is deactivated because thefunctionality is impaired by externalinterferences, e.g. high-frequencysources such as toll...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 307 Vehicle Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution P Gear Selector Lever In P Position You have opened the driver’s door whilethe engine was not running and theautomatic transmission was not in parkposition P. X Shift the au...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 308 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tire Pressure Check tires The Run Flat Indicator indicates that thepressure is too low in one or more tires. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoidingabrupt steering and bra...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 310 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Please correct the tire pressure. Vehicles with Advanced TPMS (Canadaonly):The tire pressure is too low in one or moretires.orThe tire pressures of the individual tiresdiffer from e...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 312 Symbol messages Brake Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution 2 Brake Wear The brake pads have reached their wearlimit. X Have the brake pads replaced as soon aspossible. ! Brake pad thickness must be visually inspected b...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 313 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in thereservoir. Risk of accident! X Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soonas it is sa...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 314 Safety systems Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution L Tele Aid Inoperative One or more main functions of the Tele Aidsystem are malfunctioning. X Have the Tele Aid system checked at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 315 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution @ STOP Vehicle Too Low The AIRMATIC DC is malfunctioning. Avoid excessive steering maneuvers. The fendersor tires could otherwise be damaged. Listen forscraping noises. X Do not dri...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 317 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution I Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is notdetected while the engine is runningbecause the SmartKey is not in thevehicle. X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do s...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 318 Engine Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ú (USA only) ± (Canada only) Engine Service There may be a malfunction in: R The fuel management system R The ignition system (gasoline engine) R The exhaust system R The fue...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 319 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Stop Vehicle, turn engine off. The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it issafe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engage the parkin...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 320 ! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Practical hints

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 321 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ì Coolant Stop Vehicle, turn engine off. The poly-V-belt could be broken. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it issafe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Check th...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 322 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution If the coolant temperature is below 248‡(120†), you may continue driving to anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine (e.g.by driving uphill) as w...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 323 If the message Check oil level at next refueling. appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature, theengine oil level has dropped to approximatelythe minimum level.The message will be stored in the vehiclestatus message memor...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 324 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution [ Clean Fuel Filter There is water in the fuel filter. X Have the water drained at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Lamps Display messages Possible cause/conse...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 328 Tires Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Please correct the tire pressure. The tire pressure is too low in one or moretires.orThe tire pressure of the individual tiresdiffer from each other significantly. X Check a...

What to do if … 330 What to do if … Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrumentcluster fails to come on during the bulb self- check when switching on the ignition, havethe respective bulb checked and replaced ifnecessary.When you switch on the ignition, all lamp...

What to do if … 331 Brake Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running. The ABS has detected amalfunction and switched off.The BAS, ESP ® , EBP and PRE- SAFE ® are also switched off (see messages in multifunctiondisplay).Th...

What to do if … 333 Safety systems Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt telltalecomes on for a maximumof 6 seconds after startingthe engine. The seat belt telltale reminds youand your passengers to fastenyour seat belts before driving off. X Fasten your seat ...

What to do if … 337 Vehicle Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions A The yellow fuel tankreserve warning lampcomes on when the engineis running. The fuel level has gone below thereserve mark. X Refuel at the next gas station. Practical hints Z

What to do if … 339 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Ì The red coolanttemperature warning lampcomes on when the engineis running. There is insufficient coolant in thereservoir.If this warning lamp comes onfrequently, there is a leak in thecooling system.If the coolant level is ...

What to do if … 340 Tires Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions H USA only:Combination low tirepressure telltale/TPMSmalfunction telltale for theTPMS illuminatescontinuously.Canada only:Low tire pressure telltalefor the Advanced TPMSilluminates continuously. The TPMS (USA only) orAd...

What to do if … 341 more of your tires are significantlyunderinflated. Accordingly, when the lowtire pressure telltale illuminates, you shouldstop and check your tires as soon aspossible, and inflate them to the properpressure. Driving on a significantlyunderinflated tire causes the tire tooverheat ...

Unlocking/locking manually 343 Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with theSmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock thedriver’s door and the trunk (sedan only) usingthe mechanical key. i Unlocking the vehicle with the mechanical key and opening the driver’sdo...

Unlocking/locking manually 344 X Turn mechanical key 1 back and remove it from the trunk lid lock. Unlocking the tailgate (wagon) i This feature is available on the E 63 AMG unless the vehicle is equipped with foldablethird-row seats. A minimum height clearance of 6.81 ft(2.07 m) is required to open...

Resetting activated head restraints 345 i This procedure does not arm the anti- theft alarm system, nor does it lock the fuelfiller flap. Manually unlocking the gear selector lever If the vehicle’s electrical system ismalfunctioning, the gear selector lever couldremain locked in park position P. In ...

Replacing SmartKey batteries 346 1 Reset tool 2 Active head restraint cushion 3 Rectangular opening X Take reset tool 1 out of the Mercedes- Benz literature pouch. X Guide reset tool 1 into rectangular opening 3 between active head restraint cushion 2 and head restraint cover. X Press reset tool 1 d...

Replacing bulbs 348 Replacing bulbs Safety notes Safe vehicle operation depends on properexterior lighting and signaling to a largedegree.Correct headlamp adjustment is extremelyimportant. Have headlamps checked andreadjusted at regular intervals and when abulb has been replaced. Contact anauthorize...

Replacing bulbs 349 Wagon Front lamps Lamp Type 1 Additional turn signallamp LED 2 Turn signal lamp 3547 A Lamp Type 3 Halogen headlamp:Low beam H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlamp:Low and high beam 20 D1S-35 W 4 Side marker lamp W 5 W 5 Halogen headlamp:High beam/high-beamflasher H7 (55 W) Bi-Xenon headlam...

Replacing bulbs 350 R Always use a clean lint-free cloth whenhandling bulbs. R Your hands should be dry and free of oil andgrease. R If the newly installed bulb does not comeon, contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter. i Mercedes-Benz recommends using Longlife (LL) bulbs. Have the LEDs and bulbs f...

Replacing bulbs 351 X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 4 . X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket 4 . X Place bulb socket 4 back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages. X Align housing cover 1 and turn it clockwise until it engages. High-beam and high-beam flasher bulb (haloge...

Replacing wiper blades 352 X Loosen screws 1 of lamp cover to be removed. X Remove lamp cover 2 . X Replace the bulb. X Reinstall lamp cover 2 . X Retighten screws 1 . Replacing wiper blades Safety notes G Warning! For safety reasons, switch off wipers andremove SmartKey from starter switch(vehicles...

Replacing wiper blades 353 Vehicles with SmartKey X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 1. X Turn combination switch to wiper setting u . X With wiper arms in vertical position, turnthe SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 0. X Remove the SmartKey from the starterswitch. Vehicles...

Replacing wiper blades 354 Installing wiper blades Front wiper blades X Slide the wiper blade onto wiper arm untilit locks in place. X Rotate the wiper blade into position parallelto the wiper arm. X Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on thewindshield.Make sure you hold on to the wiper whenfolding ...

Flat tire 355 Flat tire Safety notes Your vehicle may be equipped with: R a TIREFIT kit (your vehicle does not have aspare wheel) R a Minispare wheel R a spare wheel with collapsible tire For information on your vehicle’s equipment,see “Rims and tires” ( Y page 384). G Warning! The dimensions of the...

Flat tire 356 X Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails)should not be removed from the tire. X Take the TIREFIT kit, the sticker, and theelectric air pump out of the cargocompartment ( Y page 290). Two-part sticker 1 Sticker for instrument cluster 2 Sticker for wheel X Attach sticker part 1 where it w...

Flat tire 357 5 Air hose 6 Flange 7 Flap Version 2 1 TIREFIT container 2 Notch 3 Electric air pump switch 4 Electrical plug 5 Air hose 6 Flange X Version 1 only: Open flap 7 on the electric air pump. X Pull plug 4 and air hose 5 out of the pump housing. X Screw the air pump’s air hose 5 onto flange ...

Flat tire 358 X Press I on electric air pump switch 3 . The electric air pump is switched on andinflates the tire. i First, the sealing is pumped into the tire. The pressure may briefly rise to up to 73 psi(5 bar). This is normal and not an indicationof a malfunction. Do not switch off theelectric a...

Flat tire 359 The sticker must be attached on theinstrument cluster where it will be easilyseen by the driver.Vehicle handling characteristics of aTIREFIT repaired tire may change. Adaptyour driving accordingly. X After driving the vehicle for an initial10 minutes, check the tire inflationpressure u...

Flat tire 360 X Contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter as soon as possible to obtain a newTIREFIT kit. X Bring used TIREFIT materials to anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center forproper disposal. X Replace your TIREFIT container every4 years. Replacement containers areavailable at any authorized Merce...

Flat tire 362 X Turn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 is fully seated in take-up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground. X Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is amaximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bolt X Unscrew uppermost wheel bolt and removeit. X R...

Flat tire 363 X Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheelhub. ! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it there whileinstalling first wheel bolt. X Guide the spare wheel onto the alignmentbolt and push it on. X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten themslightly. X Unscrew the alig...

Flat tire 365 X Version 1 only: If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflationpressure as specified for your vehicle( Y page 389), decrease tire pressure using the vent screw on air hose 4 . X Version 2 only: If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflat...

Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only) 366 i Vehicles with spare wheel: Some tire sizes do not allow the damagedroad wheel to be stored in the spare wheelwell in the trunk/cargo compartment. Itshould then be transported in the trunk/cargo compartment wrapped in theprotective film/bag that com...

Battery 367 Battery Safety notes A battery should always be sufficientlycharged in order to achieve its rated servicelife. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for batterymaintenance intervals.If you use your vehicle mostly for short-distance trips, you will need to have thebattery charge checked more frequ...

Battery 368 Never touch the battery first. First touchthe outside body of the vehicle in order torelease any possible electrostatic charges.Do not rub the battery with rags or cloths.The battery could explode if touched due toelectrostatic charge or due to sparkformation. ! The battery is a Valve-Re...

Jump starting 369 Charge battery in accordance with theseparate instructions for the accessorybattery charger. Have batteries charged at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. If you charge thebatteries yourself, follow the operatinginstructions for your charging device.Only use a battery charge unit wi...

Towing the vehicle 372 Towing the vehicle Safety notes Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehiclebe transported with all wheels off the groundusing flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dollyequipment. This method is preferable to othertypes of towing. ! To prevent damage during transport, do not tie dow...

Towing the vehicle 373 X Press mark on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover 1 off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. Removing cover in rear bumper G Warning! In order to avoid possible serious burns orinjury, use extreme caution when removingthe rear cover, because the r...

Towing the vehicle 374 Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheelson the ground, make sure the SmartKey isin starter switch position 2. If the SmartKey is left in the starter switchposition 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the switch. Inthis case, the steering is locke...

Fuses 375 Fuses Introduction The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve toswitch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the components andsystems secured by that fuse will stopoperating. G Warning! Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benzwith the specified amperage for the systemin qu...

Fuses 376 X Closing: Hook cover 1 into the opening at the front. X Press cover 1 back on until it engages. ! The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as described to preventmoisture or dirt from entering the fuse boxand possibly impairing fuse operation. Fuse box in trunk (sedan) Fuse box cove...

377 Vehicle equipment ............................ 378Parts service ..................................... 378Warranty coverage ........................... 378Identification labels .......................... 379Engine ................................................ 381Rims and tires ...................

Warranty coverage 378 Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Parts service All authorized ...

Identification labels 379 Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center arrange for areplacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s doorB-pillar) T...

Engine 381 Engine Model E 320 BlueTEC (211.022) 24 E 300 4MATIC (211.092) 24,25 E 350 (211.056) 24,26 E 350 4MATIC (211.087, 211.287) 24 Engine 642 272 272 Mode of operation Diesel 4-stroke engine 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders 6 6 6 Bore 3.2...

Engine 382 Model E 320 BlueTEC (211.022) 24 E 300 4MATIC (211.092) 24,25 E 350 (211.056) 24,26 E 350 4MATIC (211.087, 211.287) 24 Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-4-3-6-2-5 Poly-V-belt 2 035 mm 2 404 mm 2 404 mm Technical data

Rims and tires 384 Rims and tires Notes ! Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tiresapproved by Mercedes-Benz are developedto provide best possible performance inconjunction with the driving safety systemson your vehicle such as the ABS or theESP ® . Tires specially d...

Rims and tires 385 Same size tires Sedan Model E 320 BlueTEC E 350 31 E 350 4MATIC 31 E 300 4MATIC 32 Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 16 H2 8.5 J x 17 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) All season tires 33 225/55 R16 95H M+S 245/45 R17 95H M+S 245/40 R18 93V M+S Win...

Rims and tires 388 Mixed size tires Model E 350 (AMG Sport Package) 43 E 550 43 E 63 AMG E 63 AMG (Performance Package) Front axle AMG rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) 1.5 in (38 mm) Summer tires 44 — 245/40 ZR18 245/40 ZR18 All-...

Electrical system 390 Electrical system Model E 320 BlueTEC E 300 4MATIC 47 E 350 (all models) E 550 (all models) E 63 AMG Alternator 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/2.0 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/2.1 kW Battery 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/100 Ah 12 V/...

Main dimensions 391 Main dimensions Model E 320 BlueTEC E 300 4MATIC 48 E 350 49 E 350 4MATIC Overall vehicle length Sedan 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 191.0 in (4 852 mm) Wagon — — — 192.3 in (4 884 mm) Overall vehicle width 81.2 in (2 063 mm) 81.2 in (2 063 mm) 81.2 ...

Weights 393 Weights Model All models Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Technical data Z

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 394 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respectivelubricants must match. Therefore only useproducts tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. For information on tested and approvedproducts, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center o...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 395 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Automatic transmission E 320 BlueTECE 350 53 E 550 53 9.7 US qt (9.2 l) MB Automatic Transmission Fluid E 300 4MATIC 51 E 350 4MATICE 550 4MATIC 8.6 US qt (8.1 l) E 63 AMG 54 9.3 US qt (8.8 l) Front axle E 300 4MAT...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 397 Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Washer system 4.8 US qt (4.5 l) MB Windshield WasherConcentrate 55 ( Y page 402) Washer fluid mixing ratio( Y page 402) Washer system and headlamp cleaning system 6.9 US qt (6.5 l) Approved engine oils Engine oils ...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 398 Viscosity grades for engine oils Using the chart below, select oil viscosityaccording to the lowest air temperatureexpected before the next oil change. Engine oil additives ! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage ormalfunc...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 399 with premium unleaded gasoline as soonas possible. R Avoid full throttle driving and abruptacceleration. R Do not exceed an engine speed of3 000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two persons and noluggage. R Do not exceed 2 / 3 of maximum acc...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 400 not meeting Mercedes-Benz approved fuelstandards. Gasoline additives (gasoline engine) A major concern among enginemanufacturers is carbon build-up caused bygasoline. Mercedes-Benz recommends onlythe use of quality gasoline containingadditives that prevent the bu...

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 401 anticorrosion/antifreeze (equivalent tofreeze protection to approximately -35‡[-37†]).If you use a solution that is more than 55%anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protectionto approximately -49‡ [-45†]), the enginetemperature will increase due to the lowerheat tra...

Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center hastrained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.For expert advice and quality service, contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.If you are interested in obtaining serviceliterature for your vehicle, ...