Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan, Operator'S Manual

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color and fuse rating. The fuse ratings are listed
in the fuse assignment diagram.
Fuse assignment diagram: on the fuse box in
the trunk .
* NOTE Damage or malfunctions caused
by moisture
Moisture may cause damage to the electrical
system or cause it to malfunction.
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When the fuse box is open, make sure
that no moisture can enter the fuse
box.
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When closing the fuse box, make sure
that the seal of the lid is positioned cor‐
rectly on the fuse box.
If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the
cause traced and rectified at a qualified special‐
ist workshop.
Ensure the following before replacing a fuse:
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The vehicle is secured against rolling away.
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All electrical consumers are switched off.
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The ignition is switched off.
The electrical fuses are located in various fuse
boxes:
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Fuse box in the engine compartment on the
driver's side (
→
page 349)
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Fuse box on the driver's side of the cockpit
(
→
page 350)
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Fuse box in the front-passenger footwell
(
→
page 350)
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Fuse box in the trunk on the right-hand side
of the vehicle, when viewed in the direction
of travel
Fuse box in the engine compartment
Prerequisites
Observe the notes on electrical fuses
(
→
page 348).
Have the following readily available:
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A dry cloth
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A screwdriver
Opening
& WARNING Risk of injury from using the
windshield wipers while the engine hood
is open
When the engine hood is open and the wind‐
shield wipers are set in motion, you can be
trapped by the wiper linkage.
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Always switch off the windshield wipers
and ignition before opening the engine
hood.
Breakdown assistance 349