Mercedes-benz 2001 E-Class User Manual

E-classOperator’s Manual

7IntroductionProduct informationKindly observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conv

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100Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

101Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

102Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

103Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

104Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

105Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

106Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

8IntroductionOperator’s manualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize you

107Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

108Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

109Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

110Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

111Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

112Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

113Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints

114Flexible service systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFlexible servi

115Flexible service systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexThe service in

116Flexible service systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFollowing a co

9IntroductionImportant notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be entitled to a replacement of yo

117Engine oil level indicatorTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexEngine oil

118Engine oil level indicatorTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexOne of the

119Exterior lamp switchTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexExterior lamp swi

120Exterior lamp switchTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNote:With the ele

121Headlamp cleaning systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexHeadlamp clea

122Combination switchTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCombination switch1

123Combination switchTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index6 Control for winds

124Combination switchTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNote:The windshield

125Hazard warning flasherTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexHazard warning

126Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAutomatic cl

10IntroductionRoadside assistanceThe Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Ca

127Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index1 Air volume

128Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexDisplay and

129Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexBasic settin

130Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRear window

131Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAir recircul

132Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexActivated ch

133Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFront center

134Automatic climate controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRear passeng

135Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexOperation – audio and tel

136Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexOperating and display ele

11IntroductionOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:• Service

137Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index10 Soft keys forradio ban

138Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexEntering the code numberS

139Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexOperationSwitching on and

140Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFader1 Press the AUD key

141Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRadio modeSelecting radio

142Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexScan tuningPress the SC k

143Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCassette mode Note:Vehicl

144Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexImportant!If the display

145Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTrack search forwards/ ba

146Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexScanning Press the “SC” k

12IntroductionWe continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and eq

147Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCD modeGeneral notes on C

148Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCD changer installed1 CD

149Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIf there is no CD in the

150Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRandom play/ repeat funct

151Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTelephone operationVariou

152Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSwitching between name se

153Audio systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAccepting incoming call i

154Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexPower windowsPower

155Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexExpress opening and

156Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSynchronizing power

13IntroductionWhere to find itThe Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections:• Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that ca

157Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRelease the switch

158Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexExpress opening of

159Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexInterior lighting1

160Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRear window sunshad

161Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSun visorsSwing sun

162Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexInteriorArmrest, re

163Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexGlove box1 Unlockin

164Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexStorage compartment

165Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCup holder in cente

166Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAshtraysCenter cons

14IntroductionProblems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe op

167Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRear doors To remov

168Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexLighterTurn electro

169Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCargo tie-down hook

170Interior equipmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCellular telephoneT

171Garage door openerTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexGarage door opener1

172Garage door openerTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexProgramming or repr

173Garage door openerTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNote:Following step

175Contents - DrivingTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexDrivingControl and

176Control and operation of radio transmittersTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care

15IntroductionFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations,Part 575

177The first 1 000 milesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexThe first 1 000

178Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTele AidImportant!The initial

179Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexImportant!Always make sure th

180Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexThe Tele Aid system is availa

181Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexInitiating an emergency call

182Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRoadside Assistance button •L

183Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIf the indicator lamp in the

184Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIf the indicator lamp in the

185Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexImportant!If the indicator la

186Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRemote door unlockIn the case

187Tele AidTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexStolen vehicle tracking servi

188Catalytic converterTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCatalytic converte

189Emission controlTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexEmission controlCerta

190Steering lockTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSteering lock0 The elect

191Steering lockTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexImportant!If the electro

192Starting and turning off the engineTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSt

193Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAutomatic trans

194Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexDrivingThe sele

195Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexStoppingFor bri

196Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSelector lever

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17Contents - Instruments and controlsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIns

197Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexDependent on th

198Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexPress and hold

199Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexGear ranges:Ups

200Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexProgram mode se

201Automatic transmissionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexW Winter/Wet (s

202Parking brakeTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexParking brake To engage,

203Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexDriving instructi

204Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexPower assistanceB

205Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCaution!When driv

206Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTiresTread wear i

18Instruments and controlsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexInstruments an

207Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSpecified tire pr

208Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTire speed rating

209Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWinter driving in

210Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWinter drivingHav

211Driving instructionsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexDeep waterCaution

212Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCruise controlThe crui

213Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index3 CancelingTo cancel t

214Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNotes:If the engine do

215Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexBrake assist system (B

216Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexThe malfunction indica

19Instruments and controlsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index1 Parking assi

217Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAntilock brake system

218Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexABS controlThe ABS mal

219Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFour Wheel Electronic

220Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexElectronic stability p

221Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNotes:The malfunction

222Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexESP control switchESP

223Driving systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNote:Avoid spinning of

224Parking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexParking assist (Parktro

225Parking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSensors1 Sensors locate

226Parking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWarning indicators1 Fra

20Instruments and controlsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCenter console

227Parking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMonitoring reach of sen

228Parking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexThe obstacle may not be

229What you should know at the gas stationTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Ind

230What you should know at the gas stationTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Ind

231Check regularly and before a long tripTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Inde

233Contents - Instrument cluster displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index

234Malfunction and indicator lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMalfun

235Malfunction and indicator lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAn on-

236Malfunction and indicator lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSupple

21Instruments and controlsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexOverhead contr

237Malfunction and indicator lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexElectr

238Malfunction and indicator lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSeat b

239Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMalf

240Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexDISP

241Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexBATT

242Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexABS-

243Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexBRAK

244Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexPAR

245Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCOOL

246Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCOOL

22Contents - OperationTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexOperationVehicle k

247Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexLIGH

248Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexLIGH

249Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTELE

250Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexENGI

251Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWA S

252Malfunction and warning messages TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexELEC

253Contents - Practical hintsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexPractical h

254First aid kitTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFirst aid kitThe first a

255FusesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFusesBefore replacing a blown fu

256FusesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index2 Auxiliary fuse box below rear

23Contents - OperationTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMalfunction messag

257Engine compartmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexHoodWarning!To help

258Engine compartmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTo open:To unlock t

259Engine compartmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexPull handle (2) to

260Engine compartmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexChecking engine oil

261Engine compartmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAutomatic transmiss

262Engine compartmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAdding coolantIf co

263Engine compartmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWindshield and head

264Spare wheelTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSpare wheel, vehicle tools

265Vehicle jackTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexVehicle jack1 Jack arm2 J

266Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWheelsReplace rims or ti

24TechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexVehicle keysIncluded with your vehicle

267Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRotating wheelsRotation

268Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSpare wheelSteel spare w

269Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSpare wheel(E 320 with s

270Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSpare wheel(E 55 AMG)The

271Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexChanging wheels Move veh

272Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index4. Using the wrench, loo

273Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index6. Insert jack arm fully

274Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexImportant!E 320 (except

275Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index11. Lower vehicle. Remov

276Tires, WheelsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTire inflation pressureA

25Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexElectronic main

277BatteryTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIf a tire constantly loses air

278BatteryTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Indexmust not leak acid when upside

279Jump startingTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexJump starting Important!

280Jump startingTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexProceed as follows:1. Po

281Jump startingTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index4. Clamp one end of the

282Towing the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTowing the vehicleI

283Towing the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWe recommend that t

284Towing the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTransmission select

285Exterior lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexExterior lampsReplacing

286Exterior lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexHeadlamp assembly1 Head

26Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexElectronic reser

287Exterior lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexBulbs for high and low

288Exterior lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTurn signal lamp1156 NA

289Exterior lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTaillamp assembliesOpen

290Exterior lampsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSide marker lamp, front

291Electronic main keyTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexChanging batteries

292Electronic main keyTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexInsert mechanical

293Electronic main keyTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexImportant!Batterie

294Rear seat cushionTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRear seat cushion Re

295Emergency operation of sliding / pop-up roofTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car car

296Manual release for fuel filler flapTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMa

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our

27Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexObtaining replac

297Replacing wiper blade insertTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRemoval:F

298Trunk lamp, Roof rackTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTrunk lampIf the

299Contents - Vehicle careTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexVehicle careCl

300Cleaning and care of the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexClean

301Cleaning and care of the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexScrat

302Cleaning and care of the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexEngin

303Cleaning and care of the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexClean

304Cleaning and care of the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexLight

305Cleaning and care of the vehicleTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexUphol

28Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexGeneral notes on

307Contents - Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTechnical da

308Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSpare parts serviceAll

309Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIdentification labels1

310Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexE 320 shown3 VIN, visib

311Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexLayout of poly-V-belt d

312Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTechnical dataModel E 3

313Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRims – TiresModel E 320

314Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index2 Must only be used wit

315Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index3 Also permissible 235/

316Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexElectrical systemWeight

29Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCentral locking

317Technical dataTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMain DimensionsModel E

318Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacitiesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car ca

319Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacitiesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car ca

320Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacitiesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car ca

321Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacitiesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car ca

322Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacitiesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car ca

323Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacitiesTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car ca

324Consumer informationTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexConsumer informat

325Consumer informationTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTemperatureThe te

326IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIndexAABS (Antilock brake system

30Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index6 Infrared recei

327IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexEconomy ...

328IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexChoosing global or selective mod

329IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexEELEC. STABIL. PROG. - malfuncti

330IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexParking lamps ...

331IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIIdentification labels ...

332IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMMaintenance ...

333IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNNavigation system - Multifuncti

334IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexREMOVE KEY - malfunction and war

335IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSTEERING GEAR OIL - malfunction

336IndexTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTrunk ...

31Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexLocking and unlo

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32Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexChoosing global

33Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexOpening and clos

34Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexPanic buttonTo a

35Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexDoors1 Opening –

36Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIf the vehicle h

1ContentsIntroductionProduct information ... 7Operator’s manual ... 8Where to find it ...

37Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCentral locking

38Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAutomatic centra

39Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTrunkWhen the tr

40Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index0 Neutral positi

41Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTrunk lid releas

42Central locking systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTrunk lid emerge

43Antitheft alarm systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAntitheft alarm

44Antitheft alarm systemTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexThe alarm will l

45Tow-away alarmTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTow-away alarmThe switch

46SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexPower seats frontTo operate the f

2ContentsAudio systems ...97Radio ...97CD player ...

47SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexThe slide switches are located in

48SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSynchronizing Head RestraintsIf t

49SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMemory function6 Memory button7 P

50SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRecalling positions from memoryTo

51SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWarning!Children 12 years old and

52SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFront seat head restraintsRemoval

53SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRear seat head restraintsFolding

54SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexMulticontour seat (optional)We re

55SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSeat heaterThe seat heaters can b

56SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexVehicles without seat ventilation

3ContentsShelf below rear window ... 170Garage door opener ... 171DrivingControl and operation of radio transmitters

57SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexVehicles with seat ventilationThe

58SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSeat ventilationThe front seat ve

59SeatsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNotes:When in operation, the seat

60Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSeat belts and integr

61Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNote:For cleaning and

62Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFastening of seat bel

63Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTighten the lap porti

64Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexUnfastening of seat b

65Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index• Never wear belts ov

66Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWarning!USE CHILD RES

4ContentsAIRBAG OFF indicator lamp ...238Malfunction and warning messages in themultifunction display ...239DIS

67Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexBabySmartTM airbag de

68Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSupplemental restrain

69Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexEmergency tensioning

70Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexAirbags1 Driver airba

71Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexThe following system

72Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexFront airbagsThe driv

73Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSide impact airbagsTh

74Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexYour vehicle was orig

75Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index• Sit properly belted

76Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSafety guidelines for

5ContentsVehicle careCleaning and careof the vehicle ...300Power washer ...301Tar stains ...

77Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWhen you sell the veh

78Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexInfant and child rest

79Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexWarning!Children 12 y

80Restraint systemsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexInstallation of infan

81Steering wheel adjustmentTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexSteering whee

82Rear view mirrorsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexRear view mirrorsInsi

83Rear view mirrorsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexExterior rear view mi

84Rear view mirrorsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexNote:The exterior mir

85Rear view mirrorsTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexParking positionThe p

86Instrument clusterTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexInstrument cluster

87Instrument clusterTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index1 Push buttons for i

88Instrument clusterTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexIndicator lamps in t

89Instrument clusterTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexActivating instrumen

90Instrument clusterTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexCoolant temperature

91Instrument clusterTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexTrip odometer (9)To

92Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints C

93Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints C

94Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints C

95Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints C

96Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction displayTechnicaldataInstruments and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument cluster displayPractical hints C