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DISTRONIC 

PLUS

- - - mph

One of the activation conditions for the DISTRONIC PLUS has
not been fulfilled. You may have attempted to set a speed
below 20 mph (30 km/h).

X

Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) if the situation allows
and set the speed.

X

Check the activation conditions for the DISTRONIC PLUS
(

Y

 page 153).

HOLD

Off

The HOLD function switched off because the vehicle was
sliding, for example on a slippery surface.

X

Activate the HOLD function later.

Blind 

Spot 

Assist

Currently 

Unavailabl

e See 

Operator's

 Manual

The Blind Spot Assist is deactivated because the area around
the sensors in the front or the rear bumper is dirty.

X

Clean the front and rear bumper (

Y

 page 263).

The Blind Spot Assist is deactivated because the battery
voltage is insufficient.

X

Have the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.

The Blind Spot Assist is switched off because the radar sensor
system is temporarily inoperative due to electromagnetic
interference near television and radio transmitter stations,
toll stations, speed measuring systems, etc.

X

Wait until the message in the multifunction display
disappears.

Blind 

Spot 

Assist

Inoperativ

e

The Blind Spot Assist is malfunctioning.

X

Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.

Parking 

Guidance

Inoperativ

e

The Parktronic system is malfunctioning.

X

Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center as soon as possible.

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display

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Summary of Contents for 2010 E 350 4MATIC

Page 1: ...E Class Sedan Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...ttention to hazards that may endanger your health or life or the health or life of others Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle i Helpful hints or further information you may fi...

Page 3: ...also the safety of you and your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of time RPlease read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference RP...

Page 4: ......

Page 5: ...Index 4 Introduction 20 At a glance 25 Safety and security 35 Controls in detail 75 Operation 219 Practical hints 267 Technical data 345 Contents 3...

Page 6: ...tifunction display 276 OCS Occupant Classification System 43 Pelvis 42 Safety guidelines 39 Side impact 41 Window curtain 42 Air conditioning refrigerant and lubricant 362 Air distribution 189 Air fil...

Page 7: ...ission positions 118 AUX socket 201 Axle oils 360 B BabySmart Air bag deactivation system 46 Self test 47 Backrest see Seats Backup lamps Messages in the multifunction display 300 Bar air pressure uni...

Page 8: ...en in the vehicle Child seat anchors LATCH type ISOFIX see Children in the vehicle Chrome plated exhaust tip cleaning 266 Cigarette lighter 206 Climate control see Climate control system Climate contr...

Page 9: ...ction of rotation tires 241 Displays DISTRONIC PLUS 151 Maintenance service indicator 258 Messages in the multifunction display 272 Multifunction display 128 Symbol messages 287 Text messages 274 Trip...

Page 10: ...r modifications 22 Power outlets 207 Electrical system Technical data see Vehicle specification Electronic Stability Control see ESC Electronic Traction System see ETS 4 ETS Emergency in case of First...

Page 11: ...eel drive 4MATIC Front air bags see Air bags Front axle oil 360 Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag 40 Messages in the multifunction display 276 Front passenger front air bag off i...

Page 12: ...9 Folding back 89 NECK PRO active front head restraints 54 Rear seat head restraints 89 Heated steering wheel 94 Height adjustment Seat belt outlet 51 Seats 87 Vehicle level control 163 High beam flas...

Page 13: ...closing the windows 107 Remote control 76 Replacing 80 Replacing batteries 317 Restoring to factory setting 77 79 Selective setting 77 79 Starter switch positions 85 KEYLESS GO Starter switch positio...

Page 14: ...xceeded 259 Manual headlamp mode Low beam headlamps 98 Manual shift program 122 Maximum engine speed see Vehicle specification Maximum loaded vehicle weight 250 Maximum load rating tires 250 Maximum p...

Page 15: ...eating 94 Memory function 96 Overview 30 N Navigation system see Separate operating instructions Navi menu 134 NECK PRO active front head restraints 54 Resetting 316 Nets parcel 199 Night View Assist...

Page 16: ...68 System sensors 166 Warning indicators 27 167 Parts service 346 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp Canada only see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Canada only PASS AIR BAG OFF indicato...

Page 17: ...pressure 229 251 Refilling AdBlue 334 Refrigerant air conditioning 362 Refueling 220 Regular checks 222 Reminder Seat belt see Seat belts Telltale Remote control see Key SmartKey Remote door lock Tele...

Page 18: ...rear window cleaning 266 Side impact air bags 41 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses 262 Messages in the multifunction display 300 Sidewall tires 251 SmartKey see Key SmartKey SmartKey with KEYLESS GO s...

Page 19: ...n button 210 Initiating an emergency call manually 209 Messages in the multifunction display 290 Remote door lock 212 Remote door unlock 211 Roadside Assistance button 210 Search Send 211 SOS button 2...

Page 20: ...2 353 Tire speed rating 247 251 Top tether see Children in the vehicle Total load limit 251 Towing Towing eye bolt 341 Vehicle 340 Towing eye bolt 341 Traction 244 251 Transfer case 124 Transmission s...

Page 21: ...kit 268 Vehicle washing see Vehicle care Vehicle weights see Vehicle specification W Warning sounds DISTRONIC PLUS 151 Driver s or passenger s seat belt 52 Parking brake 289 Parking Guidance 170 Park...

Page 22: ...ge caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right...

Page 23: ...is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days Written notification should not be sent to a dea...

Page 24: ...o M4G 4C9 Operating safety G Warning Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning Because the vehicle s electronic components are...

Page 25: ...nz Canada Inc 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto Ontario M4G 4C9 Reporting safety defects For the USA only The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49 Code of U S Federal Reg...

Page 26: ...with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee Rin response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency Rfor use in dispute resolution involving Daimler its affiliates or sal...

Page 27: ...Exterior view 26 Cockpit 27 Instrument cluster 28 Multifunction steering wheel 30 Center console 32 Overhead control panel 33 Door control panel 34 25 At a glance...

Page 28: ...ow defroster 191 Rear lamps 318 Fuel filler flap 220 A Exterior rear view mirrors 95 Parking position 95 B Roof Power tilt sliding sunroof 192 Panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel 194 C Windshi...

Page 29: ...7 D Overhead control panel 33 E Glove box 201 F Center console 32 G Starter switch 85 Function Page KEYLESS GO start stop button 86 H Steering wheel adjustment stalk 93 I Combination switch Turn signa...

Page 30: ...ng lamps Y page 29 Function Page Fuel gauge 126 Speedometer Cruise control speed segments 146 DISTRONIC PLUS segments 151 Multifunction display 128 A Coolant temperature gauge 125 B Tachometer 126 C C...

Page 31: ...cator lamp 308 Function Page G Engine malfunction indicator lamp 310 H Brake warning lamp Canada only 306 I Combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale USA only 233 312 Low tire pressure t...

Page 32: ...s button W or X to set the volume 134 Press button to end a call 136 to reject an incoming call 136 Press button 6 to answer a call 136 to dial2 136 to redial2 137 Press button 8 to mute Press button...

Page 33: ...n Audio menu 134 to switch to the phone book and select a name or number within Tel menu 135 Press and hold button 9 or 128 to select previous or next track or scene with quick search or to select pre...

Page 34: ...C Seat ventilation switch 92 D Parktronic system deactivation switch 168 Function Page E Rear seat head restraints switch folding down 89 F Rear window sunshade switch 205 G Dual zone automatic clima...

Page 35: ...on Tele Aid system 209 C Interior rear view mirror 94 D Integrated electronic compass 216 Function Page E Garage door opener 212 F Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency call system telephone an...

Page 36: ...at adjustment switches 88 Central locking unlocking switch 81 Inside door handle 80 A Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 95 B Switches for opening closing front and rear door windows 105 C Rear door...

Page 37: ...Vehicle equipment 36 Occupant safety 36 Panic alarm 61 Driving safety systems 61 Anti theft systems 71 35 Safety and security...

Page 38: ...their protective functions work in conjunction with each other G Warning Modifications to or work improperly conducted on restraint system components or their wiring as well as tampering with intercon...

Page 39: ...dust however is neither harmful to your health nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble To...

Page 40: ...r aware of this safety information Be sure to give the buyer this Operator s Manual G Warning Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in a rear seat There is a p...

Page 41: ...quate protection RNo modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS RDo no change or remove any component or part of the SRS RDo not install additional trim material seat...

Page 42: ...y as identified by the Occupant Classification System OCS Y page 43 Vehicles with OCS USA only The lighter the front passenger side occupant the higher the vehicle deceleration rate required for secon...

Page 43: ...ndently of the front air bags Rindependently of the ETDs Vehicles with OCS USA only The front passenger side impact air bag will not deploy if the OCS senses that the front passenger seat is empty and...

Page 44: ...celeration or acceleration exceeds the preset deployment threshold for pelvis air bags G Warning Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model Using...

Page 45: ...ill not allow front passenger front air bag deployment when the OCS has classified the front passenger seat occupant as weighting as much as or less than a typical 12 month old child in a standard chi...

Page 46: ...perly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air...

Page 47: ...dult or a child who weighs more than the weight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint both of which are instances where the system may suppress deployment of the front passenge...

Page 48: ...n the front seating position Thus we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible Regardless of seating position children 12 years old and under must be seated and pr...

Page 49: ...er s instructions G Warning When using a BabySmart compatible child seat on the front passenger seat the front passenger front air bag will not deploy only if the 45 indicator lamp remains illuminated...

Page 50: ...child seats Seat belts Safety notes The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states the District of Columbia the U S territories and all Canadian provi...

Page 51: ...driver front air bag driver side knee bag front passenger front air bag side impact air bags pelvis air bags window curtain air bags for door windows Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs seat belt force...

Page 52: ...to make modifications to seat belts This could impair the effectiveness of the seat belts Fastening the seat belts G Warning According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrain...

Page 53: ...he seat belt adjustment function takes place with a certain amount of retracting force when the system senses slack between the vehicle occupant and the seat belt Do not retain the seat belt during th...

Page 54: ...ur passenger release the seat belt during driving the seat belt telltale 7 starts flashing and the warning chime sounds as described before If the driver s or the front passenger s seat belt remains u...

Page 55: ...d weather and traffic conditions The PRE SAFE system takes preventive measures to better protect the occupants from the possibility of personal injuries in the following hazardous situations Remergenc...

Page 56: ...d collision G Warning Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or...

Page 57: ...X Position seat and head restraint properly See Y page 88 for seat and head restraint adjustment Observe the following points RAlways be in a properly seated position RThe position should be as far r...

Page 58: ...could become very hot and the child could be burned by these parts G Warning Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment or trunk unless they are firmly secured in place Unsecured...

Page 59: ...and properly secured in an appropriate infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with...

Page 60: ...er share a seat belt with another occupant During an accident they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the chi...

Page 61: ...nchorage ring Child seat anchors LATCH type ISOFIX G Observe Safety notes see page 56 G Warning Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts Position shoulder b...

Page 62: ...e riding in the back seats of the vehicle The child safety locks on the rear doors enable you to secure each rear door individually You cannot open a secured rear door from the inside You can open the...

Page 63: ...ollowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthori...

Page 64: ...well as messages in the multifunction display that may appear ABS G Observe Safety notes see page 62 G Warning Do not pump the brake pedal Use firm steady brake pedal pressure instead Pumping the brak...

Page 65: ...of the radar sensor system for vehicles from outside of Canada When you switch off the radar system the following functions are deactivated RBAS PLUS RPRE SAFE Brake Y page 69 RDISTRONIC PLUS Y page 1...

Page 66: ...approaching traffic or cross traffic BAS PLUS may not detect narrow vehicles driving in front of you such as motorcycles and vehicles driving offset from your vehicle center After a hard collision or...

Page 67: ...1 or KEYLESS GO start stop button in position 0 or 1 when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer Active braking action through the ESC may otherwise seriously damage the brake...

Page 68: ...IC PLUS cannot be activated Rthe cruise control or the DISTRONIC PLUS switch off if activated i When the ESC is switched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning the ESC warning lamp in the instr...

Page 69: ...C will only stabilize the vehicle to a limited extent when it is starting to skid or a wheel is spinning When you switch on ESC SPORT Rthe ESC stabilizes the vehicle only to a limited extent Rthe engi...

Page 70: ...ch on the ESC immediately if the aforementioned circumstances do not apply anymore Otherwise the ESC will not stabilize the vehicle when it is starting to skid or a wheel is spinning When you switch o...

Page 71: ...rake can also Rbrake the vehicle within a speed range of up to 124 mph 200 km h automatically Ractivate preventative occupant safety measures PRE SAFE Y page 53 G Warning An intermittent warning sound...

Page 72: ...brakes yourself or maneuver around a sensed obstacle the vehicle will brake lightly automatically The PRE SAFE system Y page 53 is activated when the distance to the vehicle ahead at your current spee...

Page 73: ...tacle by evasive steering Ryou drive less than 9 mph 15 km h Ran obstacle can no longer be identified ahead of you Rthe system no longer senses the risk of a collision i The PRE SAFE Brake will remain...

Page 74: ...el the alarm after it has been triggered see Canceling the alarm Y page 73 i If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds the Tele Aid system initiates a call to the Customer Assistance Center autom...

Page 75: ...anceling the alarm To cancel the alarm do one of the following X Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch X Press button or on the SmartKey In vehicles with KEYLESS GO X Grasp an outside door handl...

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Page 77: ...Wipers 104 Power windows 105 Driving and parking 109 Automatic transmission 114 Transfer case 124 Instrument cluster 125 Control system 126 Driving systems 146 Climate control system 180 Rear window d...

Page 78: ...not lock or unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged the SmartKey is malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained X Check the batteries in the SmartKey Y p...

Page 79: ...Switching on off Press and hold buttons and simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds until the battery check lamp Y page 79 flashes twice The SmartKey will then function as follows X Unlocking drive...

Page 80: ...hicle the system may no longer recognize the SmartKey The vehicle cannot be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS GO system RIf the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle e g if a passenger exits...

Page 81: ...ximately 6 seconds until the battery check lamp Y page 79 flashes twice KEYLESS GO will then function as follows X Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Grasp the driver s outside door handle X...

Page 82: ...s provided the appropriate documents the Mercedes Benz Center will need to synchronize the key to your vehicle before it can be used In order to do so the Mercedes Benz Center need access to your vehi...

Page 83: ...ntral locking switch When all doors are closed the vehicle locks X Unlocking Press central unlocking switch You can open a locked front door from the inside Open door only when conditions are safe to...

Page 84: ...k is closed when the engine is running and while driving Among other dangers deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death G Warning To prevent poss...

Page 85: ...led too high for example X Press and hold remote trunk opening closing switch until the trunk is closed X Interrupting the closing procedure Release remote trunk opening closing switch Closing the tru...

Page 86: ...unk lid starts to close automatically RAll turn signal lamps flash three times to confirm locking once the trunk has closed completely RAn acoustic signal sounds three times RThe anti theft alarm syst...

Page 87: ...ns SmartKey G Observe Safety notes see page 56 g For removing SmartKey gear selector lever must be in park position P 1 Power supply for some electrical consumers e g wipers 2 Ignition power supply fo...

Page 88: ...stop button without depressing the brake pedal corresponds to the various starter switch positions Y page 85 Pressing the KEYLESS GO start stop button with the brake pedal firmly depressed will start...

Page 89: ...ning In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control the following must be done before the vehicle is put into motion Rseat adjustment Rhead restraint adjustment Rsteering wheel adjustment Rrear vi...

Page 90: ...not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint G Warning For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust the head re...

Page 91: ...upport to help enhance support to your spine X Curvature position Use button to move the curvature up and button to move it down X Degree of curvature Use button to lessen the curvature and button to...

Page 92: ...ured or killed Lowering rear seat head restraints The rear seat head restraints can be lowered for increased visibility X Press button The rear seat head restraints are lowered Rear seat head restrain...

Page 93: ...tch X Seat backrest side bolsters Adjust the side bolsters so that they provide good lateral support using switch X Seat backrest contour Adjust the contour of the seat backrest to the desired positio...

Page 94: ...repeatedly until all indicator lamps go out If there is insufficient voltage the seat ventilating switches off automatically Seat heating Front seat heating switches Rear seat heating switch Canada on...

Page 95: ...ts uppermost position The easy entry exit feature can be activated or deactivated in the Convenience submenu of the control system Y page 145 G Warning You must make sure no one can become trapped or...

Page 96: ...ng wheel The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel X Switch on the ignition X Switching on Turn switch at the tip of the stalk in direction of arrow Indicator lamp com...

Page 97: ...was forcibly hit from the front manually snap it back into place i At low ambient temperatures the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically Auto dimming rear view mirrors The exterior...

Page 98: ...he parking position X Switch on the ignition X Press button to select the passenger side exterior rear view mirror X Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R The passenger side exterior re...

Page 99: ...Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Vehicles equipped with active Bi Xenon headlamps The active Bi Xenon headlamps increase usable illumination over conventi...

Page 100: ...to L with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location Switching from c to L will briefly switch off the headlamps Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may result in an acciden...

Page 101: ...you turn the exterior lamp switch to position T or L the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode The corresponding exterior lamps come on Y page 97 Fog lamps G Warning In...

Page 102: ...lly after major steering wheel movements To signal minor directional changes X Press the combination switch only to the point of resistance in direction of arrow or and release The corresponding turn...

Page 103: ...page 142 X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position c X Press the combination switch in direction of arrow The Adaptive Highbeam Assist indicator _ in the multifunction display comes on when switchi...

Page 104: ...inating lamps will only operate in low ambient lighting conditions If you are driving faster than 25 mph 40 km h the corner illuminating function is not available Switching on X Make sure the engine i...

Page 105: ...a door The interior lighting goes out after a short time i If a door remains open the interior lamps go out automatically after approximately 5 minutes X Deactivating Press button Button engages Manu...

Page 106: ...tent wiping7 3 Fast intermittent wiping8 4 Slow continuous wiping 5 Fast continuous wiping B Single wipe Wiping with washer fluid X Switch on the ignition X Turn the combination switch to the desired...

Page 107: ...id i To prevent smears on the windshield or noisy chattering wiper blades wipe with washer fluid every now and then even when it is raining For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Washe...

Page 108: ...vehicles with KEYLESS GO on an outside door handle the automatic reversal function will not operate Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle The children...

Page 109: ...106 until the respective door window is closed The door window opens again slightly X Pull and hold the respective switch once more immediately until the door window is closed completely X Hold the re...

Page 110: ...s the door handle is held but the door not opened With SmartKey The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the driver s outside door handle X Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey at the driver s outsid...

Page 111: ...t is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle Adapt your driving accordingly Starting the engine G Warning Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxid...

Page 112: ...h you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious p...

Page 113: ...t an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance Driving off G Warning On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip...

Page 114: ...he parking brake X Release the brake pedal X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal After a cold start the automatic transmission shifts at a higher engine speed This allows the catalytic converter g...

Page 115: ...els to lock up You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident In addition the vehicle s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged G Warning When leaving the vehicle a...

Page 116: ...GO start stop button and open a front door the automatic transmission will shift into park position P automatically G Warning Keep in mind that turning off the engine alone only will shift the automat...

Page 117: ...ansmission E 63 AMG Button for selecting park position P j Park position k Reverse gear i Neutral position h Drive position G Warning It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of park po...

Page 118: ...he vehicle at a standstill press button on the gear selector lever SmartKey When you turn off the engine using the SmartKey and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or open a front door the aut...

Page 119: ...e for children to switch on the ignition which could result in unsupervised use of vehicle equipment Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment could result in an accident and or serious personal injury Wi...

Page 120: ...s load alteration effects and supports sporty driving The degree to which you perceive double clutching acoustically varies depending on the selected program mode Transmission positions The current tr...

Page 121: ...from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can be moved freely pushed or towed To avoid damage to the transmission never shift the automatic transmission into neutral...

Page 122: ...uld roll away which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury Gear ranges With the automatic transmission in drive position D you can limit or extend the gear range see One touch gear...

Page 123: ...program mode S selected the automatic transmission will go to automatic program mode C when the engine is restarted X All models except E 63 AMG Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly unti...

Page 124: ...c transmission will shift into the next higher gear as permitted by the shift program This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the automatic transmission i If you press on the accelerator...

Page 125: ...not be stored When the engine is turned off with manual program mode M selected the automatic transmission will go to automatic program mode C when the engine is restarted Upshifting In manual program...

Page 126: ...ocation X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P X Turn off the engine X Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting X Restart the engine X Shift the automatic transmission into drive po...

Page 127: ...he instrument cluster illumination X To brighten illumination Turn dimmer clockwise X To dim illumination Turn dimmer counterclockwise i The instrument cluster illumination is dimmed or brightened aut...

Page 128: ...he left hand side of the instrument cluster Y page 28 Once the fuel level has fallen below the reserve mark the yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp 8 for the fuel reserve comes on Control system Int...

Page 129: ...t a name or number Press and hold button 9 within Audio menu to select a track or scene with quick search or to select previous or next station in station list or wave band within Tel menu to start th...

Page 130: ...ppears or X Press and hold button until the standard display featuring the trip odometer and the main odometer appears X To confirm selection Press button a X To confirm display message Press button a...

Page 131: ...set your vehicle s statistical data The following information is available RStandard display Y page 129 RFuel consumption statistics since start Y page 130 RFuel consumption statistics since last rese...

Page 132: ...n this time period The fuel consumption statistics since start reset automatically to 0 after 9999 miles or 999 hours whichever occurs first Fuel consumption statistics since last reset X Press button...

Page 133: ...p menu X Press button or 9 to select the digital speedometer AMG menu This function is only available in AMG vehicles X Press button or to select the AMG menu Digital speedometer Gear indicator Upshif...

Page 134: ...number You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or the starter switch is in position 2 Y page 85 While the RACETIMER is being displayed you cannot adjust the audio volume using buttons W...

Page 135: ...vailable if you have saved at least one lap and have stopped the RACETIMER X Press button or to select the AMG menu X Press button 9 repeatedly until the overall analysis appears in the multifunction...

Page 136: ...quipment which you have currently switched on The following functions are available RSelecting radio station Y page 134 ROperating audio devices audio media Y page 135 ROperating video DVD Y page 135...

Page 137: ...number Current track X Selecting next or previous track Press button or 9 briefly X Selecting a track from the track list quick search Press and hold button or 9 The current track does not appear dur...

Page 138: ...y time In the multifunction display you will then see the following message Example illustration X Press button 6 You have answered the call The caller s number appears only if it is transmitted The c...

Page 139: ...e need to search through your entire phone book X Press button or to select the Tel menu X Press button 6 X Press button or 9 to select the desired number or name X Press button 6 or a The control sys...

Page 140: ...ASSIST see Y page 178 Switching Blind Spot Assist on or off X Press button or to select the DriveAssist menu X Press button or 9 to select the Blind Spot Asst function X Press button a X Press button...

Page 141: ...nction and warning messages X Press button or to select the Serv menu If conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded the number of messages appears in the multifunction display X P...

Page 142: ...can be found on the following pages Instrument cluster submenu RSelecting speedometer display mode Y page 141 RPermanent display speed display or outside temperature Y page 141 Lights submenu RSwitch...

Page 143: ...to select the Permanent Display function The current setting is shown X Press button a to change the current status Depending on the previous status the Permanent Display will be switched between Out...

Page 144: ...to Factory Settings while Driving Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on or off X Press button or to select the Sett menu X Press button or 9 to select the Lights submenu X Press button a X Press butt...

Page 145: ...activated It will reactivate as soon as you start the engine Setting ambient lighting Use this function to adjust the brightness of the ambient lighting X Press button or to select the Sett menu X Pre...

Page 146: ...s equipped with a radar sensor system which you can switch on or off When traveling in Canada in a vehicle not registered in Canada you must switch off the radar sensor system Canadian law does not pe...

Page 147: ...deactivate the easy entry exit feature Y page 93 G Warning You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy entry exit feature is activated To stop s...

Page 148: ...se of the cruise control is recommended for driving at a constant speed for extended periods of time The currently set speed or last set speed Resume function appears in the multifunction display for...

Page 149: ...X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal i On uphill grades the cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set speed will be resumed On downhill grades the...

Page 150: ...me you lift or press the cruise control lever up or down to the resistance point X Increasing Briefly lift the cruise control lever up to the resistance point in direction of arrow X Decreasing Briefl...

Page 151: ...to ensure a safe stopping distance always remains with the driver The DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take street and traffic conditions into account Complex driving situations are not always fully recognized...

Page 152: ...in the roadway e g a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle The DISTRONIC PLUS will also not respond to oncoming vehicles Switch off the DISTRONIC PLUS Rwhen changing from the left to...

Page 153: ...authority to operate the equipment DISTRONIC PLUS displays in multifunction display Example illustration If the DISTRONIC PLUS is activated one or two segments around set speed are illuminated The veh...

Page 154: ...DISTRONIC PLUS has either not recognized the collision risk has been deactivated or is malfunctioning Remember whether or not DISTRONIC PLUS is operating it is ultimately always the drivers responsibi...

Page 155: ...d is below 20 mph 30 km h and the DISTRONIC PLUS has detected a preceding vehicle If the DISTRONIC PLUS is activated one or two segments Y page 151 around set speed Y page 151 in the multifunction dis...

Page 156: ...nly switch on the DISTRONIC PLUS below a speed of 20 mph 30 km h when a preceding vehicle is detected If the preceding vehicle is stationary you can only switch on the DISTRONIC PLUS if your vehicle i...

Page 157: ...istance set using the distance setting switch on the DISTRONIC PLUS lever Y page 157 the vehicle will stop adequate away from the preceding vehicle When the DISTRONIC PLUS is activated and the vehicle...

Page 158: ...LUS lever down past the resistance point in direction of arrow X Release the DISTRONIC PLUS lever The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate or decelerate Keep in mind that it may take a bri...

Page 159: ...nd sets the required following distance to the preceding vehicle The set distance will be shown in the multifunction display G Warning It is up to the driver to exercise discretion to select the appro...

Page 160: ...NIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See Operator s Manual appears in the multifunction display For cleaning and care of the sensors see Y page 263 i If the message DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See...

Page 161: ...for example at a traffic light with cross traffic the vehicle may suddenly start to drive off RACE START E 63 AMG RACE START enables optimum acceleration from a standing start with suitable high grip...

Page 162: ...ultifunction display X Take your foot off the brake pedal while keeping the accelerator pedal depressed The vehicle pulls away at maximum acceleration The message RACE START Active appears in the mult...

Page 163: ...l wheels must be on or off the ground Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two axle dynamometer If such tests ar...

Page 164: ...fect of the HOLD function is canceled and the vehicle can start to roll if Rthe HOLD function is deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal Rthe HOLD function or the power supp...

Page 165: ...he message AIRMATIC SPORT appears in the multifunction display Comfort damping adjustment Vehicle handling in Comfort driving mode is softer Select this mode when you prefer a more comfortable driving...

Page 166: ...essing vehicle level control switch will return the vehicle to normal level The vehicle is lowered to the normal level automatically when Rthe vehicle speed is above 75 mph 120 km h Rthe vehicle speed...

Page 167: ...ment Vehicle handling in Comfort driving mode is softer Select this mode when you prefer a more comfortable driving style on straight freeways X Press damping system switch until indicator lamps and a...

Page 168: ...aning the driving systems sensors Y page 263 G Warning The Parktronic is a supplemental system It is not intended to nor does it replace the need for extreme care The responsibility during parking and...

Page 169: ...he sensors and an obstacle Front area warning indicators Rear area warning indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five yellow and two red distance segments for left side and right side of t...

Page 170: ...warning sounds The Parktronic system will switch off automatically after 20 seconds and indicator lamp in Parktronic switch comes on X Have the Parktronic system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz...

Page 171: ...s with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes e g trailer couplings painted posts elevated crossbars or road curbs Such objects may not be detected by the system and can damage the vehicle Use the Parking...

Page 172: ...y an aid and may not detect all obstacles The Parking Guidance does not relieve you of the responsibility to pay attention You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to y...

Page 173: ...into a different direction and then shift the automatic transmission to a another position The displays in the multifunction display will then guide you into the final park position X If necessary adj...

Page 174: ...e camera checked by a qualified specialist workshop Mercedes Benz recommends that you contact a Mercedes Benz Center for this purpose Do not use the rear view camera in these situations Otherwise you...

Page 175: ...maneuvering continue to look through the windshield Make sure no persons or animals are in the area in which you are maneuvering You could otherwise injure them The Night View Assist Plus image in th...

Page 176: ...detection may be impaired or unavailable when Rpedestrians are obstructed fully or in part by other objects such as parking vehicles Rthe silhouette in the Night View Assist Plus image is displayed in...

Page 177: ...others In order for the Blind Spot Assist to function the radar sensors must be switched on and operational When traveling in Canada in a vehicle not registered in Canada you must switch off the rada...

Page 178: ...ors are built into the rear bumper Make sure that the area of the bumper around the sensors is free of dirt ice and snow The radar sensors must not be obstructed for example by bicycle carriers or ove...

Page 179: ...and others X Remain on the lane that you are currently on until traffic conditions permit to change If the turn signal remains on red warning lamp will flash to indicate that vehicles have been detec...

Page 180: ...road and traffic conditions into account It is the driver s responsibility at all times to be attentive to road weather and traffic conditions and to provide the steering braking and other driving in...

Page 181: ...display Example illustration X Switch on the ATTENTION ASSIST via the control system Y page 138 ATTENTION ASSIST indicator appears in the multifunction display When the ATTENTION ASSIST is active it w...

Page 182: ...ng and ventilation system with a cooling system You can adjust the dual zone automatic climate control separately for the driver s and passenger side The 3 zone automatic climate control combines an a...

Page 183: ...off Y page 191 Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time e g in a tunnel Otherwise the windows can fog up due to lack of fresh air Y page 190 A MAX COOL function on off Y page 190 B...

Page 184: ...hield and the front door windows are clear again Y page 189 ZONE function on off Y page 191 Display A Air distribution and air volume automatic mode i Switch on the automatic mode The indicator lamp a...

Page 185: ...olume automatic mode i Switch on the automatic mode The indicator lamp in button comes on Y page 186 Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield and the front side windows a...

Page 186: ...lume Y page 189 I Air distribution Y page 189 J Temperature control driver s side i Set the temperature to 72 22 Y page 186 Rear climate control panel K Temperature control raising i Set the temperatu...

Page 187: ...iving off see Summer opening feature Y page 107 The climate control will then adjust the interior temperature to the set value much faster Deactivating the climate control system G Warning When the cl...

Page 188: ...al zone automatic climate control X Set the desired temperature Y page 186 X Activating Press button The indicator lamp above the button comes on The air volume and air distribution are adjusted autom...

Page 189: ...stbite to unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vents If necessary use the air distribution adjustme...

Page 190: ...e same as that of the air flowing from the center air vents Close the glove box air vent when heating the vehicle interior Activate the air conditioning cooling function when the outside temperature i...

Page 191: ...ada only Symbol Function O Directs air to the footwells a Directs air through the defroster air vents to the windshield and door windows and to the footwells X USA only Press rocker switch F Y page 18...

Page 192: ...o provide the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle interior when windows and tilt sliding sunroof or tilt sliding panel are closed X Activating Press button The indicator lamp above the button come...

Page 193: ...on is switched on Rafter approximately 30 minutes Rif the battery voltage drops ZONE function The temperature can be adjusted for each zone individually Dual zone automatic climate control X Activatin...

Page 194: ...of an accident the glass may shatter This may result in an opening in the roof In a vehicle rollover occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the openin...

Page 195: ...ached X Express operation To raise the tilt sliding sunroof completely press the sunroof switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow and release X Stopping during express operation Move the...

Page 196: ...g the sunroof switch in direction of arrow for approximately 1 second X Check the express operation feature Y page 193 If the tilt sliding sunroof opens and closes completely the roof is synchronized...

Page 197: ...anel switch in any direction G Warning The panorama roof with tilt sliding panel is made out of glass In the event of an accident the glass may shatter This may result in an opening in the roof In a v...

Page 198: ...witch when the desired position is reached X Express operation To close the tilt sliding panel completely pull the roof panel switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow and release X Stopp...

Page 199: ...ms will be thrown around inside the vehicle This can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden...

Page 200: ...e without the roof rack loaded Make sure Ryou can raise the power tilt sliding sunroof or the panorama roof with tilt sliding panel completely Ryou can open the trunk completely Vehicles with power ti...

Page 201: ...rgo tie down rings Always follow loading instructions Y page 197 Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all the cargo tie down rings with a rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo...

Page 202: ...ats to desired position Y page 88 Setting up seat backrest X Fold seat backrest rearward until it engages Make sure that the seat belt is not pinched X Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling...

Page 203: ...g on vehicle equipment an AUX socket or a media interface is located in the glove box For information on Audio AUX mode or on media interface see separate COMAND system operating instructions The glov...

Page 204: ...d storage compartment lid forward in direction of arrow Rear storage compartments G Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when storing objects in th...

Page 205: ...l during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mer...

Page 206: ...ttle holder G Warning Do not transport heavy sharp edged or fragile bottles in the bottle holder In the event of an accident the bottle holder cannot secure a bottle sufficiently You and or vehicle oc...

Page 207: ...glare through the windshield Vanity mirror The vanity mirror lamp only functions when the sun visor is engaged in mounting X Flip sun visor down X Lift up vanity mirror cover B Vanity mirror lamp come...

Page 208: ...y insert Push button to disengage ashtray insert and remove it X Reinstalling ashtray insert Push ashtray insert down into the retainer until it engages Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes see pa...

Page 209: ...te either of these steps may result in a system that is not activated If you have any questions regarding activation please call the Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 800 367 6372 USA...

Page 210: ...he system self test RThe indicator lamp in the SOS button Roadside Assistance button F or Information button remains illuminated constantly in red after the system self test RThe message Tele Aid Inop...

Page 211: ...em could not initiate an emergency call e g the relevant cellular phone network is not available The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display for approximately 10 seconds Should this o...

Page 212: ...spatch a qualified Mercedes Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center For services such as labor and or towing charges may apply Refer to the Roadsi...

Page 213: ...nce call or Information call are active an emergency call is still possible In this case the emergency call will take priority and override all other active calls The indicator lamp in the respective...

Page 214: ...e police The police will issue a numbered incident report X Pass this number on to the Customer Assistance Center along with your password The Customer Assistance Center will then attempt to covertly...

Page 215: ...mote control A of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 12 in 5 to 30 cm away from the signal transmitter button or to be programmed while keeping indicator lamp in view X Step 4 Using both...

Page 216: ...transmitter buttons repeat the steps above starting with step 3 Gate operator Canadian programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds...

Page 217: ...ocated on the reverse side of the remote The integrated remote control is compatible with radio frequency devices operating between 280 390 MHz RPut a new battery in hand held remote control A This wi...

Page 218: ...not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device coul...

Page 219: ...e engine X Press button approximately 6 seconds until symbol C appears in compass display X Drive a full circle at a vehicle speed of between 3 mph 5 km h and 6 mph 10 km h When calibration was succes...

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Page 221: ...e equipment 220 The first 1000 miles 1500 km 220 At the gas station 220 Engine compartment 223 Tires and wheels 228 Winter driving 252 Driving instructions 254 Maintenance 258 Vehicle care 260 219 Ope...

Page 222: ...fferential has been replaced i Always obey applicable speed limits Notes on breaking in the rear differential AMG vehicles only The vehicle is equipped with a self locking rear differential For increa...

Page 223: ...ng oil Radditives The exhaust aftertreatment device will be seriously damaged if you use any other diesel fuel than ULTRA LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL ULSD 15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM The use of such non...

Page 224: ...fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out do not top off or overfill X Closing Turn fuel filler cap clockwise until it audibly engages i Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehic...

Page 225: ...hood is open and the engine is running The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately 30 seconds or may even restart after the engine has been turned off Stay clear of fan blades G Warning Veh...

Page 226: ...ostic system may be inaccurate Some of theses readings are required by law and must be accurate at all times Engine oil The amount of oil your engine consumes will depend on a number of factors includ...

Page 227: ...engine oil see Fuels coolants lubricants etc Y page 359 For information on messages in the multifunction display concerning engine oil see the Practical hints section Y page 298 Adding engine oil Only...

Page 228: ...be parked on level ground and the coolant temperature must be below 158 70 G Warning In order to avoid any potentially serious burns RUse extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs...

Page 229: ...asher fluid reservoir Otherwise the washer fluid level sensor could be damaged Fluid for the washer system and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the washer fluid reservoir During all seaso...

Page 230: ...a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with ca...

Page 231: ...re will change by approximately 1 5 psi 0 1 bar Keep this in mind when checking tire inflation pressure on warm tires and adjust the tire pressure only if the tire inflation pressure is too low for th...

Page 232: ...the vehicle can be found on the tire inflation pressure label The tire inflation pressure label is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap For the tire inflation pressure for spare wheels such...

Page 233: ...inflation pressure Safety notes G Warning Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel...

Page 234: ...ilable on the tire inflation pressure label Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire...

Page 235: ...message will appear in the multifunction display Tire Pressure Now OK Cancel Yes X If you wish to confirm Press button 9 or to select Yes X Press button a The following message will appear in the mul...

Page 236: ...the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger illuminati...

Page 237: ...pens keep in mind that the indicated value where the spare wheel is mounted does not reflect the actual spare tire inflation pressure i Operating radio transmission equipment e g wireless headsets two...

Page 238: ...he maximum loaded vehicle condition If such information is provided it can be found on the inside of the fuel filler flap X Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar...

Page 239: ...oading the vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry 1 The Tire and Loading Information placard can be found on the driver s door B pillar This placard tells you im...

Page 240: ...d the weight referenced in that statement Seating capacity i Data shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example are for illustration purposes only Seating capacity data are specific to each ve...

Page 241: ...n step 4 X Step 6 if applicable If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available carg...

Page 242: ...lbs 540 lbs 150 lbs Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 3 Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit from Tire and Loading Information placard minus combined weight of all occup...

Page 243: ...ily to carry passengers and their cargo Mercedes Benz does not recommend trailer towing with your vehicle Maximum tire load G Warning Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as...

Page 244: ...sure see Recommended tire inflation pressure Y page 229 Tire inspection Every time you check the tire inflation pressure you should also inspect your tires for the following Rexcessive treadwear Y pag...

Page 245: ...a damaged tire Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U S Government requirement designed to give drivers consistent and reliable information regarding tire perfo...

Page 246: ...l balanced handling characteristics On packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance compared to summer tires Stopping distance however is still considerably greater than when the road is not cov...

Page 247: ...necessary according to the degree of tire wear The same rotation spinning direction must be maintained Rotate tires before the characteristic tire wear pattern becomes visible shoulder wear on front...

Page 248: ...height by section width Tire code Tire code indicates the tire construction type The R stands for radial tire type Letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction letter B means belted bias ply cons...

Page 249: ...ve 186 mph 300 km h ZR above 149 mph 240 km h RAt the tire manufacturer s option any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph 240 km h can include a ZR in the size designation for example 245 40 ZR1...

Page 250: ...he Technical data section Y page 353 for example when purchasing new tires If you are uncertain about the correct reading of the information given on a tire s sidewall any authorized Mercedes Benz Cen...

Page 251: ...on retreaded tires see Y page 228 Tire size Code indicates the tire size Tire type code Tire type code may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant c...

Page 252: ...portation GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the ce...

Page 253: ...tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire betw...

Page 254: ...ty and that overall driving stability may be reduced Adapt your driving style accordingly Have the spare wheel replaced by a regular road wheel with a winter tire at the nearest authorized Mercedes Be...

Page 255: ...tions G Warning If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow make sure snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle with the engine running Otherwise deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may...

Page 256: ...a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes perceptions and judgment The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident are greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and drive Do...

Page 257: ...king effect resulting in a significantly increased braking distance which could lead to an accident To avoid this danger you should Roccasionally brake carefully when you are driving on salt covered r...

Page 258: ...e sure not to endanger any other road users when carrying out these braking maneuvers Refer to the description of the Brake Assist System BAS Y page 63 or BAS PLUS Y page 63 High performance brake sys...

Page 259: ...r being ingested by the engine through the air intake causing severe internal engine damage Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Driving abroad If you plan to drive the...

Page 260: ...ce service work required and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Have it serviced in acco...

Page 261: ...n the multifunction steering wheel to select the Serv menu X Press button or 9 to select ASSYST PLUS X Press button a on the multifunction steering wheel to confirm The maintenance service indicator d...

Page 262: ...mediately remove RGrease and oil RFuel RCoolant RBrake fluid RBird droppings RInsects RTree resins etc Frequent washing reduces and or eliminates the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse in...

Page 263: ...es Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not bead up This should normally be done every 3 to 5 months depending on the climate and washing detergent used...

Page 264: ...car wash to prevent damage to the mirrors X When taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash Make sure the automatic transmission remains in neutral position N Observe instructions...

Page 265: ...pply wax to rear view camera lens when waxing the vehicle If necessary remove the wax using the Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water Do not clean the camera and the area around the...

Page 266: ...SS GO Make sure the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 Otherwise the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts They could tear X Fold the wip...

Page 267: ...ys be warmed up before it is parked after cleaning Drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry When applying Mercedes Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Car...

Page 268: ...ront head restraints Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for availability Leather upholstery Please note that leather upholstery is a natural product and is therefore subject to a natural aging...

Page 269: ...ing manually 314 Resetting activated NECK PRO active front head restraints 316 Replacing SmartKey batteries 317 Replacing bulbs 318 Replacing wiper blades 322 Flat tire 323 Bleeding the fuel system di...

Page 270: ...can be removed Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is located in the space underneath the trunk floor i Vehicles without spare wheel are not factory equipped with the tools required for a wheel chan...

Page 271: ...y Vehicles with MOExtended system are not factory equipped with a TIREFIT kit When retrofitting with tires that do not have run flat characteristics you should also equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT k...

Page 272: ...E Fuse chart Collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to secure the vehicle e g while changing a wheel X Take the collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit Y page 268 X Setti...

Page 273: ...X Removing Open the trunk Y page 81 X Lift the trunk floor and secure it on the upper trunk lip Y page 268 To prevent damage always disengage the floor handle from the upper trunk lip and lower the t...

Page 274: ...126 Other messages of high priority and messages of less immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using a or They are then stored in the vehicle status message memory Y page 1...

Page 275: ...For your convenience the messages are divided into text messages Y page 274 and symbol messages Y page 287 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display 273 Practical hints Z...

Page 276: ...terference near television and radio transmitter stations toll stations speed measuring systems etc Rthe system is out of the operating temperature range Rthe battery voltage is insufficient RE 63 AMG...

Page 277: ...Functions Limited See Operator s Manual The PRE SAFE Brake is unavailable due to a malfunction The BAS PLUS may also be unavailable X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Veh...

Page 278: ...weight than actually present X Keep the seat unoccupied close the front passenger door and switch on the ignition Monitor the 45 indicator lamp in the center console Y page 45 and the multifunction d...

Page 279: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible G Warning If the 45 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps do not have any children 12 years old and under and...

Page 280: ...pied and the ignition switched on Rthe 45 indicator lamp in the center console should illuminate and remain illuminated indicating that the OCS Y page 43 has deactivated the front passenger front air...

Page 281: ...ming the above corrective steps do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired Driving systems Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions...

Page 282: ...f necessary clean the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator grille Y page 263 X Restart the vehicle X Try activating the DISTRONIC PLUS again later X Wait until the system is within the operating tempe...

Page 283: ...ear bumper is dirty X Clean the front and rear bumper Y page 263 The Blind Spot Assist is deactivated because the battery voltage is insufficient X Have the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes B...

Page 284: ...s Y page 263 or X Restart the engine or X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Parking Guidance Finished Advanced Parking Guidance The vehicle is in the end position The display message disappea...

Page 285: ...l camera availability X If necessary clean the windshield in front of the camera Y page 264 Lane Keeping Assist Inoperativ e The Lane Keeping Assist is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes...

Page 286: ...to P or N to Start Engine You have attempted to start the engine with the KEYLESS GO start stop button while the automatic transmission was in reverse gear R or drive position D X Shift the automatic...

Page 287: ...horized Mercedes Benz Center Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperativ e No Wheel Sensors There are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted e g winter tires X Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an auth...

Page 288: ...ultifunction display X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers X If necessary change the wheel Y page 323 Check Tires The tire inflation pressure in at lea...

Page 289: ...oles etc Symbol messages Brake Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Check Brake Pad Wear The brake pads have reached their wear limit X Have the brake pads replaced as soon as...

Page 290: ...nd ESC Currently Unavailabl e See Operator s Manual In addition the yellow ESC warning lamp the yellow ESC OFF warning lamp and the yellow ABS indicator lamp come on The brake system still functions n...

Page 291: ...ing with the parking brake engaged In addition an acoustic warning sounds X Release the parking brake USA only J Canada only Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir...

Page 292: ...k of an accident G Tele Aid Inoperativ e One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning X Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 6 SRS Malfunctio...

Page 293: ...enz Center 6 Left Side Curtain Airbag Malfunctio n Service Required The left window curtain air bag may not work properly X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center 6 Ri...

Page 294: ...maged Listen for scraping noises X Do not drive faster than 50 mph 80 km h X Drive to the side of the road and select a higher vehicle level Y page 163 Depending on the type of malfunction this may ra...

Page 295: ...ing with at least one door open The display symbol shows you which doors are open X Close all doors _ Rear Left Backrest Not Latched or Rear Right Backrest Not Latched The left or right rear seat back...

Page 296: ...LESS GO is not detected while the engine is running because there is strong radio frequency interference X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the parking brake X Remove the KEYLE...

Page 297: ...e X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Engine Display messages Possible causes consequences and M Solutions Check Coolant Level See Operator s Manual The coolant level is too low X Add coolant...

Page 298: ...rature may rise close to 248 120 G Warning Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned St...

Page 299: ...fan is malfunctioning X Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster If the coolant temperature is below 248 120 you may continue driving to an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Av...

Page 300: ...USA only Engine oil level warnings should not be ignored Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Disp...

Page 301: ...ssage Remaining Starts 20 appears in the multifunction display you can start the engine 20 more times If you do not add AdBlue the engine cannot be started beyond that point Therefore fill the AdBlue...

Page 302: ...unted brake lamp is malfunctioning This message will only appear if all LEDs have stopped working X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible b Check Left Fog Lamp or Check Right...

Page 303: ...soon as possible Y page 318 X Bi Xenon headlamp Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible b Check Left High Beam or Check Right High Beam The left or right high beam lamp is malfu...

Page 304: ...ible b Check Rear Left Fog Lamp The rear fog lamp is malfunctioning This message will only appear if all LEDs have stopped working X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible b Sw...

Page 305: ...orized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible b Check Front Left Turn Signal or Check Front Right Turn Signal The left or right front turn signal lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as...

Page 306: ...rinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated t...

Page 307: ...an accident The yellow ESC warning lamp the yellow ESC OFF warning lamp and the yellow ABS indicator lamp come on while the engine is running and an acoustic warning sounds The Electronic Brake Propo...

Page 308: ...ng sounds There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir Risk of accident X Do not drive any further Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the parking brake X...

Page 309: ...nt passenger have forgotten to fasten your seat belts X Fasten your seat belts The seat belt telltale goes out There are items placed on the front passenger seat and therefore the system senses the fr...

Page 310: ...ious or fatal injury or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury Problem Possible causes consequences and M Solutions The yellow ESC OFF warning lamp comes on w...

Page 311: ...w these instructions increases the risk of an accident The yellow ESC warning lamp flashes while driving The ESC or the ETS has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one ti...

Page 312: ...the vehicle checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on Check l...

Page 313: ...s running and an acoustic warning sounds The coolant temperature has exceeded 248 120 X Stop in a safe location as soon as possible and allow the engine and coolant to cool down G Warning Driving when...

Page 314: ...ercedes Benz Center After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after a few minutes of driving G Warning Each tire including the spare...

Page 315: ...ck the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properl...

Page 316: ...12 month old child in a standard child restraint or less on the front passenger seat The system is malfunctioning X Make sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat and check installatio...

Page 317: ...minimum height clearance of 5 78 ft 1 76 m is required to open the trunk lid X Insert mechanical key into the trunk lid lock X Turn mechanical key counterclockwise to position 1 When you open the tru...

Page 318: ...does not release the fuel filler flap you can open it manually The fuel filler flap release is located on the passenger side in the trunk behind the cover X Open the trunk Y page 81 X Push the parcel...

Page 319: ...edes Benz Center G Warning Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive substances Therefore keep the batteries out of reach of children If a battery is swallowed seek medical help immediately G Warning...

Page 320: ...hen a bulb has been replaced Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for headlamp adjustment G Warning Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot Allow the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb Keep...

Page 321: ...s Benz Center G Observe Safety notes see page 318 ROnly use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating RSwitch the lights off before changing a bulb to prevent short circuits RA...

Page 322: ...ary to access the headlamp bulbs X Fixing Tilt washer fluid reservoir back into fixing position X Fasten screw by turning it clockwise Low beam halogen headlamps only X Driver s side only Release the...

Page 323: ...ut bulb socket X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket X Insert the new bulb into bulb socket X Insert bulb socket X Align housing cover and turn it clockwise X Driver s side only Fix the washer fluid rese...

Page 324: ...Never open the hood when a wiper arm is folded forward Hold on to the wiper when folding a wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield Do...

Page 325: ...the vehicle in a safe distance from moving traffic on a hard flat surface X Turn on the hazard warning flasher X Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are in a straight ahead position X En...

Page 326: ...raising the vehicle with the jack Do not disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised Make sure that the ground on which the vehicle is standing and where you place the jack is solid level...

Page 327: ...or jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brackets Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take up bracket If you do not position the jack correctly in the jack take up bracket the vehi...

Page 328: ...oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstances Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside As...

Page 329: ...le tire Otherwise the rim may be damaged Your vehicle may be equipped with either of two versions of the electric air pump RVersion 1 The air hose with pressure gauge and the electrical plug are locat...

Page 330: ...label on the spare wheel rim X Press 0 on electric air pump switch X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 or X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button twice D...

Page 331: ...e X Do not exceed the maximum speed of 50 mph 80 km h G Warning In emergency mode your vehicle s driving characteristics are diminished in such situations as Rdriving around curves Rwhile braking Rwhi...

Page 332: ...is harmful if inhaled swallowed or absorbed through the skin causes skin eye and respiratory irritation Any contact with eyes or skin should be flushed immediately with plenty of water If clothing co...

Page 333: ...witch to position 1 or X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once Do not depress the brake pedal X Press I on electric air pump switch The electric air pump is switched on...

Page 334: ...pe from the filler hose after it has been detached from the tire valve TIREFIT sealant may cause stains Therefore cover the filler hose e g by inserting it into the plastic bag the TIREFIT kit was pac...

Page 335: ...on 2 for at least 10 seconds X Return the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 and hold it there for a maximum of 10 seconds or until th...

Page 336: ...es flush with plenty of water immediately and seek medical help RClean affected skin immediately with plenty of water RIf AdBlue was swallowed rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink pl...

Page 337: ...ontainer on the filler neck as illustrated and tighten it moderately hand tight by turning it clockwise Make sure to tighten the AdBlue refill container only moderately i e hand tight as you could oth...

Page 338: ...s Benz Center about steps you need to observe G Warning Observe all safety instructions and precautions when handling automotive batteries Risk of explosion Fire open flames and smoking are prohibited...

Page 339: ...ttery condition must be checked periodically by performing a battery conductance test Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery condition testing intervals The factory equipped battery may only be repl...

Page 340: ...drogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep flames or sparks away from battery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it ex...

Page 341: ...e drained completely let the donating power source charge the vehicle for several minutes before reattempting the starting process The jump start contacts are located in the engine compartment on the...

Page 342: ...ised except vehicles with 4MATIC only so far as necessary to have the vehicle moved to a safe location where the recommended towing methods can be employed Before towing the vehicle observe the follow...

Page 343: ...rning In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury use extreme caution when removing the rear cover because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot X Press mark on cover as indicated by the arrow...

Page 344: ...iously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Towing with all wheels on the ground G Warning If circumstances require towing the vehicle with all wheels on...

Page 345: ...nded in the fuse chart Any Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject i In case of a blown fuse contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If a newly insert...

Page 346: ...mps X Closing Make sure the sealing rubber is positioned properly X Press fuse box cover down and secure with clamps X Fasten wire on fuse box cover The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as d...

Page 347: ...50 212 056 348 Vehicle specification E 350 Blue TEC 212 024 348 Vehicle specification E 350 4MATIC 212 087 349 Vehicle specification E 550 212 072 350 Vehicle specification E 550 4MATIC 212 090 351 Ve...

Page 348: ...s durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will ex...

Page 349: ...certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle X Move the front passenger seat backward as far as possible Y page 88 X Fold carpet backward VIN A is now visible B Emission co...

Page 350: ...ttery 12 V 70 Ah Spark plugs type Bosch Y 7 MPP33 Electrical system E 350 Spark plugs electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm Spark plugs tightening torque 15 18 lb ft 20 25 Nm Main dimensions E 350 Overall veh...

Page 351: ...2874 mm Track front 62 2 in 1580 mm Track rear 63 0 in 1599 mm Ground clearance26 3 5 in 89 mm Turning circle 36 9 ft 11 3 m Weights E 350 BlueTEC Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 10...

Page 352: ...104 mm Turning circle 36 9 ft 11 3 m Weights E 350 4MATIC Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Vehicle specification E 550 212 072 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehic...

Page 353: ...pply only to the standard vehicle Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment Engine E 550 4MATIC Engine type 273 Mode of operatio...

Page 354: ...ll special bodies and special equipment Engine E 63 AMG Engine type 156 Mode of operation 4 stroke engine gasoline injection No of cylinders 8 Bore 4 02 in 102 20 mm Stroke 3 72 in 94 60 mm Total pist...

Page 355: ...cedes Benz Original equipment tires RMO1 Mercedes Benz Original equipment tires applicable to selected tire sizes only RMOE Mercedes Benz Original Extended tires with limited run flat characteristics...

Page 356: ...tire manufacturer s maintenance recommendation included with the vehicle For information on recommended tire inflation pressure and supplemental tire inflation pressure information for special drivin...

Page 357: ...x 17 H2 1 89 in 48 mm All season tires37 245 45 R17 95H M S MOExtended38 245 45 R17 99H XL Extra Load M S Winter tires37 39 245 45 R17 99V XL Extra Load M Si MOExtended38 245 45 R17 99H XL Extra Load...

Page 358: ...season tires37 245 40 R18 97V XL Extra Load M S Winter tires37 39 245 40 R18 97H XL Extra Load M Si Mixed size tires E 350 Sport40 18 wheels Front axle Rims light alloy Wheel offset 8 5 J x 18 H2 1 89...

Page 359: ...G rims light alloy Wheel offset 9 5 J x 18 H2 2 05 in 52 mm Summer tires41 42 43 285 35 ZR18 101Y XL Extra Load MO1 E 63 AMG E 63 AMG Performance Package 18 wheels Front axle AMG rims light alloy Whee...

Page 360: ...XL Extra Load M Si42 Spare wheel Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim If the tire inflat...

Page 361: ...cities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes Benz For information on tested and approved products contact an authori...

Page 362: ...l Hypoid gear oil Rear axle E 350 1 2 US qt 1 1 l Hypoid gear oil E 350 BlueTEC E 550 1 3 US qt 1 2 l E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC 1 1 US qt 1 0 l E 63 AMG 1 3 US qt 1 2 l Fuchs Titan EG 5010 D Castrol...

Page 363: ...age 367 Washer fluid mixing ratio Y page 367 E 350 BlueTEC 3 7 US qt 3 5 l Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service...

Page 364: ...id G Warning During vehicle operation the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere Under extremely strenuous operating conditions...

Page 365: ...e can be used These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements such as resistance to spark knock boiling range vapor pressure etc Diesel engine Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA L...

Page 366: ...edes Benz Limited Warranty or by any pre owned or Extended Limited Warranties AdBlue AdBlue is a non flammable non toxic colorless and odorless water soluble liquid Only use AdBlue complying with ISO...

Page 367: ...eplacement interval Coolant system design and coolant used determine the replacement interval The replacement interval published in the Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325 0 Anticorrosion...

Page 368: ...son or once a year in hot southern regions you should have the anticorrosion antifreeze concentration checked The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an authorized Me...

Page 369: ...for temperatures above freezing point X Mix with commercially available premixed washer solvent antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above the f...

Page 370: ...368...

Page 371: ...ca Canada only G Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts o...

Page 372: ...Order no 6515 3473 13 Part no 212 584 58 81 Edition B 2010 21258458817 2125845881...

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