Automatic operation provides optimal
system efficiency; overriding automatic
operation is only recommended for
unusual conditions or for short durations
Tip: For most conditions, leave
vents (3) and (4) in same settings as
for automatic operation
7. Manual air volume
Nine manual blower speed steps
are available
To decrease/increase air volume:
Press /
side of (7)
Tip: An electrostatic filter
removes most dust and pollen
before outside air enters the
passenger compartment
Tip: Air recirculation will
remain activated only for 5
minutes if outside temperature
is less than 40°F and for 30
minutes if outside temperature
is greater than 40°F
10. Rear window defroster
Press
on/off; shuts off
automatically after 12 minutes
11. Economy mode
Provides automatic operation
except air conditioning compressor
is shut off; use to save fuel
or when only fresh, uncooled
air is desired
To turn compressor off/on: Press
(11)/press again
8. Windshield defrost
Press for automatic defrost; provides
dry, heated air to windshield
Tip: Make sure all vents are
open and side vent air flow is
directed toward side windows
with tabs (5)
Window defogging
Make sure system is not in recirculated
air mode (red light next to switch (9)
is not illuminated), then press
button (1), press manual air distribution
button (14) until air is directed
upward, move tabs (5) on outboard
vents (4) to direct air toward side
windows and rotate thumbwheels
(2) fully up
9. Air recirculation
Prevents most dust and
odors from entering vehicle
Press
on/off
AUTO
12. Residual heating
Allows heating the interior after
the engine has been shut off
To activate: Ignition key must be
OFF, then press
To deactivate: Press
; also
deactivated if ignition key turned ON
System automatically shuts off
after 30 minutes or if battery
voltage drops to 11 volts
Cold weather
Fresh air is passed through the
heater core, a comfort feature
when an occupant is waiting
in a parked car or to keep the
interior warm for your return after
a short stop
Warm weather
Fresh air is circulated to help reduce
temperature buildup inside the car
REST
REST
14. Manual air distribution
E320/E320 CDI: Press rocker
switch (14) until desired symbols
(13) illuminate
E500/E55 AMG: Turn knob (14) to select
Air to face
Air to windshield and face
Air to face and floor
Air to windshield, face and floor
16. Rear air conditioning
Press
to switch to rear climate
control; set left/right temperature
using front climate controls
Quick Tips
Mercedes-Benz
E Class
page 18
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C
LIMATE
C
ONTROLS
CLIMATE
CONTROLS
CLIMATE
CONTROLS
Always check the Operator’s Manual for more operating information and safety features
AUTO
60
64
68
72 76
80
84
1
0
2
3
4
5
REST
AC
OFF
60
64
68
72 76
80
84
126
6 1
9
13 15 13
8
7
14 1110
AUTO
0
AUTO
9
8
11
7
7
12
16
15
141
114
6
6
13
REST
E320/E320 CDI
E500/E55 AMG
AC
OFF
10
5
5
2
2
2
2
4
4
5
5
3
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