Mercedes-Benz 2007 E-Class Betreibershandbuch

Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AGBild in der Größe215x70 mm einfügenOperator’s ManualE-Class SedanOrder No. 6515 1186 13 Part No. 211 584 08 97 USA Edition

9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Pa

99Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBASThe Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, th

100Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems앫 After driving on wet or snow-covered roads, you should apply your brakes firmly before parking your vehi

101Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 381) and (컄 page 402).Warning! GNever swit

102Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching off the ESP®Switching off the ESP® (except E 63 AMG)To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch of

103Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching off the ESP® (E 63 AMG only) When you switch off the ESP®앫 the ESP® does not stabilize the vehic

104Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe switch is located on the center con-sole.1 ESP® switch왘 With the engine running, press ESP® switch 1 u

105Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFour wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESP®Models with all-wheel-drive only.The 4MATIC im

106Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.ActivatingWith the SmartKe

107Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming the alarm systemThe indicator lamp located in the central locking switch in the center console.1 Indica

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10IntroductionOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yo

109Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory functionLightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityDual-zone a

110Controls in detailIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment installed on your vehi-cl

111Controls in detailLocking and unlockingWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, an

112Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory setting Global unlocking왘 Press button Œ.앫 All turn signal lamps flash once.앫 An acoustic signal sou

113Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds un-til battery check lamp 5 (컄 page 110)

114Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO 1 ‹ Lock button2 Š Opening button for trunk (컄 page 121)3 Mechanical key locking ta

115Controls in detailLocking and unlockingImportant notes on using KEYLESS-GO앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (컄

116Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 when pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button or trying to lock the vehicle with the outside door handle

117Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal locking왘 Press lock button on an outside door handle (컄 page 65).With the trunk and all doors closed:

118Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal locking왘 Press lock button on an outside door handle (컄 page 65).With the trunk and all doors closed:

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

119Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking batteries in the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.The battery check lamp

120Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFront doors왘 Pull on door handle 2 on the respec-tive front door to open door.If door was locked, locking kn

121Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunk from the outside1 Trunk lid handle왘 Press and hold button Š on the SmartKey or SmartKey wi

122Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk Closing trunk from the outside manuallyDepending on production date, your vehi-cle is equi

123Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing trunk from the inside automatically*In vehicles with trunk opening/closing sys-tem* you can close th

124Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIn vehicles with trunk opening/closing sys-tem* you can close the trunk separately from the outside using th

125Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing trunk and locking vehicle from outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with trunk opening/clo

126Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIllumination of the emergency release but-ton:앫 The button will flash for 30 minutes af-ter opening the trun

127Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2 to lock the trunk.The trunk remains locked even when the v

128Controls in detailLocking and unlockingCentral locking switch1 Unlocking2 LockingLocking왘 Press lower half 2 of the central lock-ing switch.If all

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular in

129Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsFor more information on seat adjustment, see “Adjusting” (컄 page 41).For more information on folding the seats, see

130Controls in detailSeatsFolding head restraints back with switch in the center consoleThe rear seat head restraints can be folded backward for incre

131Controls in detailSeatsInstalling rear seat head restraintsLumbar supportThe curvature of the front seats can be ad-justed to help enhance lower ba

132Controls in detailSeats왘 Move the backrest support cushion to the bottom by using button 3 or to the center by using button 2.Backrest side bolster

133Controls in detailSeatsSwitching seat heating on왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).왘 Press switch 1.Three red indicator lamps on the switch come

134Controls in detailMemory functionPrior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, an

135Controls in detailMemory functionM Memory button1, 2, 3 Memory position button왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).or왘 Open the respective door.Sto

136Controls in detailMemory functionStoring exterior rear view mirror park-ing positionFor easier parking, you can adjust the pas-senger-side exterior

137Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 pag

138Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

139Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam head

140Controls in detailLightingUSA only:By default, the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated. Activate the daytime run-ning lamp mode using the cont

141Controls in detailLightingFront fog lamps왘 Switch on the low beam headlamps B (컄 page 137).왘 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to first stop.The fr

142Controls in detailLightingHigh beam왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B (컄 page 137).왘 Push the combination switch in direc-tion of arrow

143Controls in detailLightingSwitching off corner-illuminating front fog lampsThe combination switch for the turn signal resets automatically after ma

144Controls in detailLightingHazard warning flasherThe hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the

145Controls in detailLightingInterior lighting in the frontThe controls are located in the overhead control panel.1 Left front reading lamp on/off2 Au

146Controls in detailLightingManual controlSwitching front/rear interior lighting on and off왘 Press front/rear interior lighting switch 5 or 3 (컄 page

147Controls in detailLightingRear reading lamps왘 Press rear reading lamp switch 1 or 6 to switch on the re-spective rear reading lamp.왘 Press rear rea

148Controls in detailInstrument clusterA full view illustration of the instrument cluster can be found in the “At a glance” section of this manual (컄

14IntroductionWhere to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each sec

149Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature indicator Trip odometerMake sure you are viewing the trip odome-ter display (컄 page 151).왘

150Controls in detailInstrument clusterOutside temperature indicatorThe outside temperature is displayed in the instrument cluster (컄 page 26).The tem

151Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

152Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system (컄 pag

153Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar-ranged in a circular pattern.앫

154Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table on the next page provides an overview o

155Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5Standard display AMG11AMG vehicles only.AUDIO NAV* D

156Controls in detailControl systemMenu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8 Menu 9Vehicle status mes-sage memory11The vehicle status message memory menu is only displayed

157Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menu왘 Press button k or j repeatedly to select the functions in the standard display menu.The foll

158Controls in detailControl systemVehicle supply voltage왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears.왘 Press button j repeatedly until

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsRegistered trademarks®:앫 ESP® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler.앫 BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens Autom

159Controls in detailControl systemDisplaying intermediate time왘 Press button ç while the timer is running.The intermediate time is shown for 5 second

160Controls in detailControl systemResetting current lap왘 Press button æ while the timer is running.The timer stops.왘 Press button ç.The lap time is r

161Controls in detailControl systemAUDIO menuThe functions in the AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on.If no audi

162Controls in detailControl systemOperating CD playerSelecting CD track왘 Turn on COMAND and select CD or CD changer. Refer to separate COMAND operati

163Controls in detailControl systemNAV* menuThe NAV menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system.왘 Press button è or ÿ repeate

164Controls in detailControl systemDistronic deactivatedWhen Distronic is deactivated, you will see the standard display in the multifunction display.

165Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the vehicle status message mem-ory appears in the multifunction dis-play.If

166Controls in detailControl systemSettings menuIn the Settings menu there are two func-tions:앫 The function To reset: Press reset button for 3 second

167Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button j.In the multifunction display you see the collection of the submenus.왘

168Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De-tailed instructions on making indiv

16IntroductionOperating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rul

169Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr. cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr. clus-ter submenu

170Controls in detailControl systemAvailable languages:앫 German앫 English앫 French앫 Italian앫 Spanish앫 Dutch앫 Danish앫 Swedish앫 Portuguese앫 Turkish앫 Russi

171Controls in detailControl systemTime/Date submenuAccess the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date sub-menu to change the time

172Controls in detailControl systemSetting the time (minutes)This function can only be seen when time synchronization is switched off.왘 Move the selec

173Controls in detailControl systemSetting the date (year)왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu.왘 Press button j or

174Controls in detailControl systemWith daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch in position M or U, the low beam headlamps ar

175Controls in detailControl systemSetting ambient lightingUse this function to adjust the brightness of the ambient lighting.왘 Move the selection mar

176Controls in detailControl systemYou can temporarily deactivate the de-layed shut-off feature:왘 Before exiting the vehicle, turn the SmartKey in the

177Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Automatic door locking appears in the multifunction display.The

178Controls in detailControl systemConvenience submenuAccess the Convenience submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Convenience sub-menu to change the

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

179Controls in detailControl systemSetting parking position for exterior rear view mirrorDepending on production date, your vehi-cle may not be equipp

180Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics since start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the tri

181Controls in detailControl systemDistance to empty왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the trip computer menu.왘 Pres

182Controls in detailControl system앫 If the telephone is on:The telephone will then search for a network. During this time the multi-function display

183Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k.The control system reads the phone book which is stored in the telephone. This may take sever

184Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionFor more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Automatic transmission” (컄 page 52).Yo

185Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAn additional indication of the current gear selector lever position can be found on the cover of the shift

186Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionsThe current gear selector lever position appears in the multifunction display.

187Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionEffectë NeutralNo power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the

188Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDriving tipsAccelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior:Less thr

18IntroductionReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Feder

189Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the gear selector lever in drive position D and driving in program mode C or S (컄 page 190)

190Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAutomatic shift programThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console.

191Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왘 Press program mode selector switch repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in the

192Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionExtending gear range왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction.The transmissi

193Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGearshift paddles (example illustration E 63 AMG)1 Left shift paddle: limiting gear range or downshift (in

194Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionExtending gear range왘 Briefly pull right shift paddle 2.The transmission will shift to the next higher gear

195Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console.Program mode selector s

196Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionIf you have selected the AMG menu in the control system and you are driving in the manual program mode M, u

197Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionEmergency operation (Limp-Home Mode)If vehicle acceleration becomes less re-sponsive or sluggish or the tra

198Controls in detailGood visibilityFor information on windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 58).Headlamp cleaning system*The button is l

E 320 BLUETECE 350E 350 4MATICE 550E 550 4MATICE63AMG

19IntroductionVehicle data recording왔 Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to Californi

199Controls in detailGood visibilityWarning! GThe auto-dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at the sensors in the i

200Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

201Controls in detailGood visibilitySun visorsThe sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving.왘 Swing sun visor 1 down when you ex-perience gl

202Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window sunshade*The switch is located in the center console.1 Rear window sunshade switch왘 Switch on the igni

203Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimu

204Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate control(only available on E 320 BLUETEC, E 350, E 350 4MATIC)

205Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate control1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent2 Left center air vent, adjustable

206Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlUSA only1 Temperature control, driver’s side2 Front defroster3 Increasing air volume4 Display5

207Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlCanada only1 Temperature control, driver’s side2 Front defroster3 Increasing air volume4 Displ

208Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlThe climate control is operational whenev-er the engine is running. You can operate the climat

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209Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlDeactivating the climate control systemDeactivating왘 Press button ´ (컄 page 206) or (컄 page 20

210Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button  or Q (컄 page 206) or (컄 page 207).The AUTO indicator for air volu

211Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlAdjusting air distributionUse air distribution control rocker switch 5 (컄 page 206) or (컄 page

212Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlClosing the cockpit air vent (Canada only) and the center air vents왘 Turn thumbwheels 1 and 5

213Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlActivating왘 Press button 0 or P (컄 page 206) or (컄 page 207).The indicator lamp on the button

214Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlMaximum cooling MAX COOL (USA only)You can use this setting to provide the fast-est possible c

215Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlActivating왘 Briefly press button , (컄 page 206) or (컄 page 207).The indicator lamp on the butt

216Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlConvenience closing왘 Press button , (컄 page 206) or (컄 page 207) for approximately 2 seconds.T

217Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlVehicles with panorama roof*Convenience closing:왘 Press and hold button , (컄 page 206) or (컄 p

218Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlActivatingMoist air can fog up the windows. You can dehumidify the air with the air condition-

21At a glanceExterior viewCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelStorage compartmentsDoor control pa

219Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlRear passenger compartment adjustable air ventsThe air conditioning for the rear passenger com

220Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control(only available on E 550, E 550 4MATIC, E63AMG)

221Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent2 Left center air vent, adjustable3 C

222Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlUSA only1 Air distribution, driver’s side2 Front defroster3 Temperature rocker switch, driver’s s

223Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlCanada only1 Air distribution, driver’s side2 Front defroster3 Temperature rocker switch, driver’

224Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlThe climate control is a 4-zone intelligent climate control system. Your vehicle interi-or is div

225Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlNearly all dust particles, pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air en-ters the p

226Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlReactivating왘 Make sure the ignition is switched on.왘 Press button ´ (컄 page 222) or (컄 page 223)

227Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button  or Q (컄 page 222) or (컄 page 223).The AUTO indicator in the display

228Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlAdjusting air distributionUse the air distribution controls 1 and 7 (컄 page 222) or (컄 page 223)

22At a glanceExterior view

229Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlAdjusting air volumeUse buttons U (컄 page 222) or (컄 page 223) for automatic mode or air volume b

230Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlWindshield fogged on the outside왘 Switch the windshield wipers on (컄 page 58).If the automatic mo

231Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlAir recirculation modeSwitch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering

232Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlAir recirculation mode with conve-nience closing or opening featureConvenience closing왘 Press but

233Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlVehicles with panorama roof*Convenience closing:왘 Press and hold button , (컄 page 222) or (컄 page

234Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlDeactivatingIt is possible to deactivate the air condi-tioning (cooling) function of the climate

235Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlActivating왘 Switch off the ignition.왘 Press button T (컄 page 223).REST in the display 4 (컄 page 2

236Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate controlYou should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments, preferably starting at 72°

237Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe windows are opened and closed elec-trically. The switches for all

238Controls in detailPower windows왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37). Opening the windows왘 Press switch 1 to 4 to the resistance point.The correspon

23At a glanceExterior viewItem Page1 Trunk앫 Unlocking 120앫 Opening and closing 120,122앫 Spare wheel 432앫 Vehicle tool kit 4342 Rear lamps 4453 Rear wi

239Controls in detailPower windowsSynchronizing power windowsThe power windows must be synchronized앫 after the battery has been disconnect-ed앫 if the

240Controls in detailPower windowsVehicles with panorama roof*If roller sunblinds are closed:왘 Press and hold button Œ until the windows and the rolle

241Controls in detailPower windowsWarning! GWhen closing the windows and the tilt/slid-ing sunroof or tilt/sliding panel*, make sure that there is no

242Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroofOpening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroofThe tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and closed electri

243Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof왘 To open, close

244Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroofStopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof during Express-operation왘 Move the sunroof switch in any direc-

245Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*왔 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Opening and closing the roller sunblin

246Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*Fully opening the roller sunblinds (Ex-press-open)왘 Move the roof panel/roller sunbli

247Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing the

248Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel왘 To open, close,

24At a glanceCockpit

249Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control and Di

250Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at last set speedSetting

251Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 (컄 page 250) and hold it up until the de

252Controls in detailDriving systemsFine adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) incrementsFaster왘 Briefly tip the cruise control lever in di-rection of

253Controls in detailDriving systemsIt is the driver’s responsibility at all times to be attentive to road, traffic and weather con-ditions and to pro

254Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning! GUse of Distronic can be dangerous on slip-pery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel

255Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic displays in the speedometer dial1 Set speedIf Distronic is activated, one or two seg-ments come on aroun

256Controls in detailDriving systems왘 Immediately brake the vehicle to avoid a collision.Under no circumstances should the driver await the intermitte

257Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic menu in the control systemIn the Distronic menu you can read the cur-rent settings for Distronic. What a

258Controls in detailDriving systemsCruise control leverThe Distronic system is operated by means of the cruise control lever.The cruise control lever

25At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Combination switch앫 Turn signals 57앫 Windshield wipers 58앫 High beam 572 Cruise control lever앫 Cruise control 249앫 Dist

259Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Briefly tip the cruise control lever in di-rection of arrow 1 (컄 page 258) to in-crease ve

260Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting to last stored speed (“Resume” function)왘 Briefly tip the cruise control lever in di-rection of arrow 4 (컄

261Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting the following distance in DistronicYou can set the specified following dis-tance for Distronic by varying

262Controls in detailDriving systemsWhen pressing the brake pedal, the warn-ing sound ceases. The warning sound will also cease when the distance to t

263Controls in detailDriving systemsThe most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially a

264Controls in detailDriving systemsOffset drivingA vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by D

265Controls in detailDriving systemsAirmatic DC (Dual Control) (only available on E 550, E 550 4MATIC, E 63 AMG)Airmatic automatically selects the opt

266Controls in detailDriving systemsVehicle level controlYour vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to앫 increase vehicle safety앫 reduce fuel c

267Controls in detailDriving systemsThe following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running:Vehi

268Controls in detailDriving systemsThe button is located in the lower section of the center console.1 Vehicle level control button2 Indicator lamp 왘

26At a glanceInstrument cluster

269Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic system (Parking assist)*The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during

270Controls in detailDriving systemsFront sensorsRear sensorsMinimum distanceIf the system detects an obstacle in this range, all the distance warning

271Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning indicatorsVisual signals indicate to the driver the rel-ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle

272Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Parktronic system on/offThe Parktronic system can be switched off manually.The Parktronic switch is

273Controls in detailLoading왔 LoadingRoof rack*1 Trim왘 Open trim 1 at the trim strips in the roof. 왘 Secure the roof rack according to man-ufacturer’s

274Controls in detailLoadingSki bag* (Canada only)Unfolding and loading1 Cover2 Catch왘 Fold rear armrest down.왘 Pull catches 2 in direction of arrows.

275Controls in detailLoading왘 From trunk, slide skis into ski bag.1 Strap왘 Tighten strap 1 by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the s

276Controls in detailLoadingUnloading and folding왘 Loosen both straps.왘 Disconnect hook 1 from eye 2.왘 Unload skis.왘 Close flap in trunk.왘 Fold and fl

277Controls in detailLoadingFolding the backrest forward1 Release handle왘 Pull release handle 1.The seat cushion automatically springs upward slightly

278Controls in detailLoadingReturning seat backrest to original po-sition1 Seat cushion2 Seat backrest왘 Swing seat backrest 2 to the rear until it eng

27At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 L Left turn signal indicator lamp2 v ESP® warning lamp 3813 Speedometer4 Multifunction display 1515 l Distan

279Controls in detailLoadingExpanding the cargo area*Removing the rear seat cushions will pro-vide you with a larger, flat cargo area.왘 Fold the seat

280Controls in detailLoadingThe handling characteristics of a fully load-ed vehicle depend greatly on the load dis-tribution. It is therefore recommen

281Controls in detailLoadingRear seatThere is a cargo tie-down ring 1 located on each side of the footwell under the rear seat.Retaining hooksDependin

282Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartments Glove box1 Compartment for mobile phone/glass-es2 Glove box lid releaseOpening the glove box왘

283Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment in the rear arm-rest왘 Press the handle upwards and fold the rear armrest lid up.Ruffled storag

284Controls in detailUseful featuresParcel net in front passenger footwellA small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. I

285Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment with cup holder in the center armrest/telephone* com-partmentThe storage compartment in the ce

286Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving cup holder1 Dual cup holder2 Locking pins왘 Move both locking pins 2 in direction of arrows.왘 Take dual cu

287Controls in detailUseful featuresAshtraysCenter console ashtray1 Cover2 Sliding buttonOpening ashtray왘 Briefly press the marking on the bot-tom of

288Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving ashtray insert왘 Push sliding button 1 (컄 page 287) and remove insert 2 (컄 page 287) up-wards from ashtray

28At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 151Operating control system 1522 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume

289Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outletThe power outlet is located in the rear pas-senger compartment.왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).왘

290Controls in detailUseful featuresSwitching on왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).왘 Turn switch at the tip of stalk in direc-tion of arrow 1 (컄 pag

291Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving왘 Pull floormat off of retainer pins 1.왘 Remove the floormat.Installing왘 Lay down the floormat.왘 Press the

292Controls in detailUseful featuresWhen the mobile phone is inserted in the cradle, you can operate the telephone us-ing the following devices:앫 mobi

293Controls in detailUseful features왘 Push the top of the mobile phone in di-rection of arrow 1, until the lug on the mobile phone release button enga

294Controls in detailUseful featuresInstalling a different mobile phone cradleExample illustration1 Contact plate2 Recesses3 Mobile phone cradle왘 Inse

295Controls in detailUseful featuresSystem self-checkInitially, after switching on the ignition, malfunctions are detected and indicated (the indicato

296Controls in detailUseful featuresA voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically

297Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

298Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arra

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

29At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Seat heating*, driver’s side 1322 Rear window sunshade switch*2023 Rear seat head rest

299Controls in detailUseful featuresMercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you.For more details concerning th

300Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

301Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen Vehicle Recovery servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the police.The polic

302Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming the integrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).Step 2:왘 If you have previous

303Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 3:왘 Hold the end of hand-held remote control 5 of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in (5 to

304Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 9:왘 Press the “training” button on the ga-rage door opener motor head unit.The “training light” is activated.

305Controls in detailUseful featuresReprogramming a single signal trans-mitter buttonTo program a device using a signal trans-mitter button previously

306Controls in detailUseful features앫 If another hand-held remote control is available for the same device, try the programming steps again using that

307OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

308OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for your vehicle.The first 1000 miles

30At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Ashtray 2872 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button393 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission52,1864 Pa

309OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

310OperationDriving instructionsPower assistance BrakesTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted ro

311OperationDriving instructionsIf your brake system is normally only sub-jected to moderate loads, you should occa-sionally test the effectiveness of

312OperationDriving instructionsHigh-performance brake system (E 63 AMG only)The high-performance brake system is de-signed to operate under the extre

313OperationDriving instructionsParking TiresTreadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread c

314OperationDriving instructionsThe treadwear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.Specified tire inflation pressures must be maintained

315OperationDriving instructionsMercedes-Benz recommends winter tires (컄 page 364) with a minimum tread depth of approximately 1/6 in (4 mm) on all fo

316OperationDriving instructionsIf you are uncertain about the correct read-ing of the information given on a tire’s side-wall, any authorized Mercede

317OperationDriving instructionsFor more information, see “Winter driving” (컄 page 364).Standing water Passenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, ther

318OperationDriving instructionsControl and operation of radio trans-mitterCOMAND, radio and telephone*Telephones and two-way radiosRadio transmitters

31At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Rear interior lighting on/off 1452 Automatic interior lighting 1453 Front interi

319OperationDriving instructionsOxidation catalyst (diesel engine)Your vehicle is equipped with an oxidation catalyst, an important element in conjunc

320OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise

321OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Loc

322OperationAt the gas station앫 by pressing the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button. Open the driv-er’s door (with the driver’s door open, starter switch is

323OperationAt the gas stationLow outside temperatures (diesel engine)To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is

324OperationAt the gas stationWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*For information on refilling the reservoir, see “Windshield washer

325OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHoodOpeningWarning! GDo not pull the release lever while the vehi-cle is in motion. Otherwise the ho

326OperationEngine compartment1 Release lever왘 Pull release lever 1.The hood is unlocked.2 Handle for opening the hood왘 Lift the hood slightly.Handle

327OperationEngine compartment왘 Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radia-tor grille.왘 Lift bottom of hood at edge of radiator grille.The hood will be au

328OperationEngine compartmentChecking engine oil levelWhen checking the oil level앫 the vehicle must be parked on level ground앫 with the engine at ope

32At a glanceStorage compartments

329OperationEngine compartmentAdding engine oilE 350/E 550 (E 320 BLUETEC similar)E63AMG왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as re

330OperationEngine compartmentCoolant levelThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehi

331OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located on the right hand side of the trunk (컄 page 460).The battery should always be s

332OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartme

333OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommend-ed rims and tires for sum

334OperationTires and wheelsTire care and maintenanceRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa-tion on chec

335OperationTires and wheelsTread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread de

336OperationTires and wheelsDirection of rotationUnidirectional tires offer added advan-tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor-mance. To benefit, h

337OperationTires and wheelsTire and Loading Information Tire and Loading Information placard1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Informat

338OperationTires and wheelsSteps for determining correct load limitThe following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Tit

33At a glanceStorage compartmentsItem Page1 Glove box 2822 Front passenger seat storage compartment with first aid kit4323 Door pocket4 Ashtray 2875 R

339OperationTires and wheelsThe higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.For more information, see “T

340OperationTires and wheelsCertification labelEven after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue

341OperationTires and wheelsRecommended tire inflation pressureYour vehicle is equipped with either the Tire and Loading Information placard locat-ed

342OperationTires and wheelsImportant notes on tire inflation pressureTire temperature and tire inflation pressure are also increased while driving, d

343OperationTires and wheelsChecking tire inflation pressure manuallyFollow the steps below to achieve correct tire inflation pressure:왘 Remove the ca

344OperationTires and wheelsReactivating the Run Flat IndicatorThe tire inflation pressure monitor must be reactivated in the following situations:앫 I

345OperationTires and wheels왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).Make sure the standard display menu appears in the multifunction display (컄 page 151)

346OperationTires and wheels왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).왘 Press the j or k button until the current inflation pressures for each tire appear

347OperationTires and wheelsWarning! GThe TPMS does not indicate a warning for wrongly selected inflation pressures. Always adjust tire inflation pres

348OperationTires and wheelsReactivating Advanced TPMS*The TPMS must be reactivated when you have adjusted the tire inflation pressure to a new level

34At a glanceDoor control panelItem Page1 Inside door handle 1192 Seat adjustment 433 Memory function (for stor-ing seat, exterior mirror and steering

349OperationTires and wheelsPotential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tiresUnderinflated tiresUnderinflated tires can:앫 cause

350OperationTires and wheelsTire labelingBesides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire.Foll

351OperationTires and wheelsGeneral:Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter prec

352OperationTires and wheelsFor additional information on tire load rating, see “Load identification” (컄 page 354).Tire speed ratingThe tire speed rat

353OperationTires and wheelsSummer tires앫 At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a “

354OperationTires and wheelsAll-season and winter tires Load identification1 Load identificationIn addition to tire load rating, special load identifi

355OperationTires and wheelsDOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)U.S. tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a

356OperationTires and wheelsTire type codeThe code 4 (컄 page 355) may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifyin

357OperationTires and wheelsMaximum tire inflation pressure1 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This is the maximum permissible tire inflatio

358OperationTires and wheelsQuality grades can be found, where appli-cable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For

35Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

359OperationTires and wheelsTire ply material1 Plies in sidewall2 Plies under treadThis marking tells you about the type of cord and number of plies i

360OperationTires and wheelsBarAnother metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascal

361OperationTires and wheelsMaximum tire inflation pressureThis number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire unde

362OperationTires and wheelsTire speed ratingPart of tire designation; indicates the speed range for which a tire is approved.Total load limitRated ca

363OperationTires and wheelsIf applicable to your vehicle’s tire configu-ration, tires can be rotated according to the tire manufacturer’s recommended

364OperationWinter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service includes:앫 Chec

365OperationWinter drivingBlock heater* (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heat-er.The electrical cable may be installed at an authorize

366OperationMaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Mainten

367OperationMaintenanceClearing the maintenance service indicator messageThe maintenance service indicator mes-sage is automatically cleared앫 after ap

368OperationMaintenanceCalling up the maintenance service indicator displayYou can call up the maintenance service indicator display at any time to ch

36Getting startedThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic functions. First-time Mercedes-Benz own-ers should pay

369OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying external

370OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

371OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from conta

372OperationVehicle careOrnamental moldingsFor regular cleaning and care of ornamen-tal moldings, use a damp cloth.Headlamps, tail lamps, side markers

373OperationVehicle careCleaning the Distronic* system sensor cover1 Distronic system sensor cover왘 Switch off the ignition (컄 page 38).왘 Use a mild c

374OperationVehicle careCleaning the windows and the wiper blades왘 Make sure the hood is fully closed.왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 38).왘 Turn comb

375OperationVehicle careCleaning the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panelThe rear part of the tilt/sliding panel has a protective layer on the

376OperationVehicle careHard plastic trim items왘 Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care, a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure.Steer

377OperationVehicle careLeather upholsteryPlease note that leather upholstery is a natural product and is therefore subject to a natural aging process

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37Getting startedUnlockingUnlocking with KEYLESS-GO*With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock and unlock the vehicle without using the remote control

379Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyResetting activated head restra

380Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If any of the following lamps in the instru-ment cluster fails to com

381Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP® warning lamp comes on while the engine is runn

382Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP® warning lamp flashes while driving.The ESP® or

383Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)The red brake warning lamp comes on w

384Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionú (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine mal-function indi

385Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionú (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine mal-function indica

386Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionD The red coolant temperature warning lamp comes on when the eng

387Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionl Only vehicles with Distronic*: The red distance warning lamp c

388Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seco

38Getting startedUnlockingSmartKeyStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey1 Power supply for some electrical con-sumers, such as seat adjustment2 Ignitio

389Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you a

390Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving.There is a m

391Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionH Low tire pressure telltale for the Advanced TPMS* illuminates

392Practical hintsWhat to do if …Warning! GEach tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the infla

393Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution(USA only)75The indicator lamp illuminates

394Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution(USA only)75The indicator lamp does not illuminate and/or does n

395Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution(Canada only)75The indicator lamp illu-minates and remains illum

396Practical hintsWhat to do if …Vehicle status messages in the multi-function displayWarning and malfunction messages ap-pear in the multifunction di

397Practical hintsWhat to do if …On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may

398Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesDisplay message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABSABS, ESPinoperativeSee Operator’s Man.ABS

ContentsIntroduction ... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual ...

39Getting startedUnlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is inside the vehicle, pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button on

399Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCruise control--- mph(USA only)--- km/h(Canada only)You h

400Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONICcurrently unavailableSee Operator’s ManualDistro

401Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionDISTRONICcurrently unavailableSee Operator’s ManualDistro

402Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESPinoperativeSee Operator’s Man.The ESP® as well as BAS

403Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)Front passengerairbag enabledSee Operator’s Man

404Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/conse-quencePossible solutionMonitor the 75 indicator lamp on the center console (컄 pa

405Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only)Front passengerairbag disabledSee Operator’s Ma

406Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/conse-quencePossible solutionMonitor the 75 indicator lamp on the center console (컄 pa

407Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionPGear selector leverin Park positionYou have tried to start the e

408Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCheck tiresThen restartRun Flat IndicatorThere was a warn

40Getting startedUnlockingIgnition (or position 2)왘 Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice.This supplies power for all electrical consumers. All lam

409Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire pressure isonly displayedafter driving fora few minu

410Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionTire pressuremonitorcurrently unavailableThe Advanced TPM

411Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution# The battery is no longer

412Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution#Battery/AlternatorStop vehicleThe battery

413Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution(USA only);(Canada only)3EBV, ABS, ESPinop

414Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionú (USA only)± (Canada only)Visit worksho

415Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operation conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (12

416Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution•CoolantStop, turn engine offThe poly-V-be

417Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution• The cooling fan for the coolant is malfu

418Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the message Check oil level at next refueling appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature,

41Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening

419Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionA Reserve fuelThe fuel level has dropped b

420Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFKeystill in vehicleA SmartKey with KEYLES

421Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFChangekey batteriesThe SmartKey with KEYL

422Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Active headlampsinoperativeThe active Bi

423Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Front foglampleft sideThe left front fog

424Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. AUTO-LightinoperativeThe light sensor is

425Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Rear left foglampThe left rear fog lamp

426Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution. Rear left turn signalThe left rear turn

427Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionHPlease correcttire pressureThe pressure i

428Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionHTire pressureCheck tiresThe tire pressure

42Getting startedAdjustingWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, tak

429Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionL Tele AidinoperativeOne or more main func

430Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutiontFunctionunavailableThis display appears i

431Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution@Vehicle risingPlease waitThe vehicle leve

432Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is in the storage compart-ment at the front edge of the front passen-ger seat.1

433Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?In case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the spare wheel when observing the following restrictions:앫 Do

434Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Vehicle tool kitThe vehicle tool kit is stored in the com-partment underneath the trunk floor (컄 page 432).The

435Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?The vehicle jack is located in the storage compartment underneath the trunk floor (컄 page 432).Storage positio

436Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO

437Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunkA minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid

438Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왘 If necessary, lock the trunk with the mechanical key (컄 page 126).Except for the driver’s door, t

43Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located on the front doors.1 Seat fore and aft adjustment2 Backrest tilt3 Se

439Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergency왔 Opening/closing in an emergencyPower tilt/sliding sunroof or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding

440Practical hintsResetting activated head restraintsIf the active head restraints have been trig-gered in an accident, the active head re-straints mu

441Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries왔 Replacing SmartKey batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey/SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are discharged,

442Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries왘 Pull battery compartment 2 (컄 page 441) out of the housing.3 Batteries4 Contact springs왘 Pull out batt

443Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsBulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore esse

444Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signal lampLED2 Turn signal lamp 3547 A(28.5 W)3 Halogen headlamp:Low beamBi-Xe

445Practical hintsReplacing bulbsRear lamps Notes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 S

446Practical hintsReplacing bulbsHave the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:앫 Additional turn sign

447Practical hintsReplacing bulbsLow beam bulb (halogen headlamps only)왘 Turn housing cover 1 counterclock-wise and remove it.왘 Turn bulb socket 4 wit

448Practical hintsReplacing bulbsParking and standing lamp bulbHalogen headlamps왘 Turn bulb socket 3 (컄 page 446) with the bulb counterclockwise and r

44Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint adjustingManually adjust the head restraint. 왘 Push or pull on the upper edge of the head restraint cushion t

449Practical hintsReplacing bulbsLicense plate lamp1 Screw왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M (컄 page 137).왘 Loosen both screws 1.왘 Remove t

450Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesPlacing wiper arms in vertical positionWiper blades in vertical positionVehicles with SmartKey왘 Turn SmartKey

451Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesVehicles with KEYLESS-GO*왘 Turn off the engine (컄 page 64).With the driver’s door closed, the start-er switch

452Practical hintsFlat tirePreparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle in a safe distance from moving traffic on a hard, flat surface when possible.왘 Turn

453Practical hintsFlat tirePreparing the vehiclePrepare the vehicle as described (컄 page 452).Vehicles with Minispare wheel (except E 63 AMG):왘 Take t

454Practical hintsFlat tire왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (ap-proximately one full turn with wrench). The jack

455Practical hintsFlat tireRemoving the wheel1 Alignment bolt왘 Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and re-move.왘 Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt

456Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Insert wheel bolts and tighten them slightly.왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.V

457Practical hintsFlat tire1 Flap2 On/off switch3 Electrical plug4 Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw5 Union nut왘 Open flap 1 on electric air

458Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Store the electrical plug 3 and the air hose 4 behind the flap 1 and place the electric air pump back in the desig-nated

45Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel Steering wheel adjustmentThe steering wheel adjustment stalk is lo-cated on the lower left of the steering co

459Practical hintsBleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only)왔 Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only)Driving the vehicle until the fuel tank

460Practical hintsBatteryThe battery is located on the right hand side of the trunk under the luggage box (컄 page 433).Vehicles with spare wheel1 Posi

461Practical hintsBatteryDisconnecting the battery왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 page 62).왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to position P.왘 Tur

462Practical hintsBattery왘 Remove SmartKey from starter switch.Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*:왘 Press the start/stop button until the engine shuts off.왘 Op

463Practical hintsBattery왘 Charge battery in accordance with the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer.왘 Reinstall the charged battery. Fol

464Practical hintsJump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another vehicle. Observe

465Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located in the trunk under-neath the luggage box (컄 page 433). Only jump start the vehicle from the batt

466Practical hintsTowing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropri

467Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GWith the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this ca

468Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltFront of vehicle1 Cover on right side of front bumperTo remove cover:왘 Press mark on cov

46Getting startedAdjustingEasy-entry/exit featureThis feature allows for easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the ve

469Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesThe electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the component

470Practical hintsFusesFuse box in passenger compartmentThe fuse box is located behind a cover in the dashboard on the driver’s side.1 Cover2 Recess i

471Practical hintsFusesClosing cover (with turn catches)왘 Install cover 2 (컄 page 470).왘 Turn catches 1 (컄 page 470) clock-wise.Opening cover (without

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473Technical dataParts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain dimensions an

474Technical dataThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers

475Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

476Technical dataIdentification labels1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar)The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the followin

477Technical dataIdentification labels4 Cover5 VIN6 Emission control information label, in-cludes both federal and California cer-tification exhaust e

478Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveE 320 BLUETEC1 Coolant pump2 Idler pulley3 Automatic belt tensioner4 Power steering pump5 Air conditioning

47Getting startedAdjustingMirrorsAdjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffi

479Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel E 320 BLUETEC (211.0221) E 350 (211.0561)E 350 4MATIC (211.0871)1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehic

480Technical dataEngineModel E 550 (211.0721)E 550 4MATIC (211.0901)E 63 AMG (211.0771)1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an aut

481Technical dataRims and tires왔 Rims and tires!Only use tires which have been tested and approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved b

482Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tires16’’ tiresModel E 320 BLUETECRims (light alloy) 8 J x 16 H2Wheel offset 1.42 in (36 mm)All-season tires1

483Technical dataRims and tires17’’ tiresModel E 350E 550E 350 4MATICE 550 4MATICRims (light alloy) 8 J x 17 H2Wheel offset 1.5 in (38 mm)All-season t

484Technical dataRims and tires18’’ tiresModel E 350 4MATIC (Sport Package*)E 550 4MATIC (Sport Package*)Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18Wheel offset 1.5

485Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresModel E 350 (Sport Package*)E 550 (Sport Package*)E 350 (AMG Sport Package*)E 550 (AMG Sport Package*)E

486Technical dataRims and tiresModel E 63 AMG (Performance Package*)Front axle:Rims (light alloy) -AMG rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2Wheel offset 1

487Technical dataRims and tiresSpare wheel Minispare wheel (except E 63 AMG) Collapsible tire (E 63 AMG only)!Please compare the recommended tire in-f

488Technical dataElectrical systemModel E 350, E 350 4MATIC E 550, E 550 4MATIC E63AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 AStarter m

48Getting startedAdjustingThe buttons are located on the driver’s door.1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button2 Adjustment button3 Passenger-

489Technical dataMain dimensions and weights왔 Main dimensions and weightsMain dimensionsModel E 320 BLUETEC E 350 E 550Overall vehicle length 191.7 in

490Technical dataMain dimensions and weightsWeightsModel E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC E63AMGOverall vehicle length 191.7 in (4870 mm) 191.7 in (4870 mm)

491Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respective lubricants must m

492Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Automatic transmission E 320 BLUETECE 350E 5509.7 US q

493Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Power steering approx. 0.95 US qt (0.9 l) MB Power Ste

494Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Fuel tank 21.12 US gal (80.0 l) Gasoline engine:Premiu

495Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability fo

496Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine)Fuel requirementsGasoline engineOnly use premium unleaded

497Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling r

498Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro-vides:앫 Corr

ContentsSafety and Security ... 67Occupant safety... 68Air bags ...

49Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GMake sure that absolutely no objects are ob-structing the pedals’ range of movement

499Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum compone

500Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Windshield washer system and head-lamp cleaning system*Both the windshield washer system and headlamp

501IndexAABS 97Indicator lamp 380Messages in display 398, 413Accelerator position, automatic transmission 188Accessory weight 359Accident 60Active Bi-

502IndexAutomatic transmissionAccelerator position 188Automatic shift program 190Emergency operation (Limp-Home Mode) 197Gear ranges 189Gear selector

503IndexCD player 162Center consoleLower part 30PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 393Upper part 29Central lockingAutomatic 127, 176Locking/unlocking fro

504IndexConvenience submenuActivating easy-entry/exit feature 178Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror 179CoolantAnticorrosion/antifr

505IndexDrinking and driving 309DrivingAbroad 317Hydroplaning 314In winter 316Instructions 49, 309Problems 60Safety systems 97Through standing water 3

506IndexEngineBelt layout 478Block heater* (Canada only) 365Brake-in recommendations 308Cleaning 371Compartment 325Malfunction indicator lamp 384, 385

507IndexFront air bags 74Front lamps see HeadlampsFront passenger front air bagMessages in display 393Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp

508IndexHead restraints 129Comfort head restraint, Adjusting 44Folding back 130Front seat, Adjusting 43Rear seat, Removing and installing 130Headlamp

50Getting startedDriving1 Belt outlet2 Latch plate3 Buckle4 Release button왘 With a smooth motion, pull the seat belt from belt outlet 1. A child’s ris

509IndexKey, SmartKeyBattery check lamp 110Checking batteries 119Factory setting 112Global locking 112, 113Global unlocking 112, 113Locking/unlocking

510IndexLamps, indicator and warningABS 27, 380Battery (SmartKey) 113, 117Brakes 383CHECK ENGINE 384, 385Coolant 386Distance warning lamp* 255Engine d

511IndexMemory function see SeatsMenus see Control system menusMinispare wheel see Spare wheelMirrorsAdjusting 47Auto-dimming 198Exterior rear view mi

512IndexOCS 75Self-test 80Odometer 151Oil see Engine oilOne-touch gearshiftingGear selector lever 191Steering wheel gearshift control* 192Operating sa

513IndexPower tilt/sliding sunroof*Opening/closing 242Opening/closing in an emergency 439Stopping 244Synchronizing 244Power washer 370Power windows 23

514IndexRestraint system see Children in the vehi-cleRetaining hooks 281Reverse gear position, Automatic transmission 184, 186Rims 361, 481Roadside As

515IndexShifting, Automatic transmission 184Side impact air bags 75Side marker lampsCleaning lenses 372Side windows see Power windowsSidewall 361Ski b

516IndexTechnical dataAir conditioning refrigerant 495Brake fluid 495Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 491Coolant 498Electrical system 488En

517IndexTires 333, 481Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS)*, (Canada only) 345Advanced TPMS malfunction telltale 391Air pressure 3

518IndexUUniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 362Units, SettingsSpeedometer 169Temperature 169Unleaded gasoline, Premium 496Unlocking the vehicle 36

51Getting startedDriving왘 Place the shoulder portion of the seat belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips.왘 Push latc

519IndexWasher reservoir level 500Washing the vehicle 369Wear pattern, Tires 363Weight, Vehicle 490WheelChange 452Removing 455Spare 455Tightening torq

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Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.Fo

52Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Automatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park position with gear selector lever

53Getting startedDrivingDiesel engine:왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P.왘 Do not depress the accelerator.왘 Turn the SmartKey in the star

54Getting startedDriving왘 Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button (컄 page 53) once.The engine starts if the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is in the vehicle.Dies

55Getting startedDrivingParking brake 1 Release handle2 Parking brake pedal왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on release handle 1.The warning lamp

56Getting startedDrivingAfter a cold start, the automatic transmis-sion shifts at a higher engine revolution. This allows the catalytic converter (gas

57Getting startedDrivingHigh beamThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 High beam2 High beam flasher

58Getting startedDrivingWindshield wipersThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Switching on windshi

ContentsInstrument cluster ... 148Adjusting instrument cluster illumination ... 148Coolant

59Getting startedDrivingIntermittent wipingOnly switch on intermittent wiping under wet weather conditions or in the presence of precipitation.왘 Turn

60Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged (gasoline engine only).앫 The

61Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

62Getting startedParking and lockingParking brake1 Release handle2 Parking brake pedal왘 Step firmly on parking brake pedal 2.When the engine is runnin

63Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 56).For more information, see “Lighting” (컄 pa

64Getting startedParking and lockingTurning off with KEYLESS-GO* 왘 Place the gear selector lever in position P.왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-t

65Getting startedParking and locking왘 Exit the vehicle and close all doors and the trunk.Locking with the SmartKey왘 After exiting the vehicle, press l

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67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint sys-tems of the vehicle.The restraint

ContentsPower windows... 237Opening and closing the windows 237Synchronizing power windows ... 239Summer opening f

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GModifications to or work improperly con-ducted on restraint systems (such as seat belts and anchors, eme

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAir bagsWarning! GAir bags are designed to reduce the poten-tial of injury and fatality in certain frontal im-pact

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Occupants, especially children, should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door wher

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bag(2) Always sit nearly upright, properl

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyFront air bags1 Driver front air bag2 Front passenger front air bagDriver and front passenger front air bags are d

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySide impact air bags, window curtain air bags1 Side impact air bags2 Window curtain air bagThe side impact air bag

76Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyFurthermore, the occupant weight may ap-pear to increase or decrease due to objects hanging on the seat, other pas

77Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen the OCS senses that the front passen-ger seat occupant is classified as being heavier than the weight of a ty

78Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following im-portant information whe

ContentsAt the gas station ... 321Refueling... 321Check regularly and before a long tr

79Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe 75 indicator lamp is lo-cated in the center console.1 Indicator lampThe 75 indicator lamp 1 will be illuminate

80Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test Occupant Classification Sys-tem (USA only)After turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1

81Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM air bag deactivation system (Canada only)1 75 indicator lampSpecial BabySmartTM compatible child seats

82Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySeat beltsThe use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states, the Di

83Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAlways fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passenger is properly restrained.

84Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GUSE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY앫 Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other

85Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate for 6 seconds to remind you and you

86Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 if the restraint systems are operational and functioning correctly, see 1 indicator lamp (컄 page 68)In an impact

87Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn such cases, the following systems are automatically activated:앫 The front seat belts are pre-tensioned electric

88Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyFor information on resetting the activated active head restraints, see “Resetting acti-vated head restraints” (컄 p

ContentsReplacing bulbs ... 443Bulbs ... 443Replacing bulbs for front lamps..

89Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInfant and child restraint systemsWe recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while

90Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyA statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with these standards can be found on the instruction

91Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be serious-ly injured or even killed i

92Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systemsThis vehicle is equipped with tether an-chorages for a top tethe

93Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왘 Make sure the tether strap is not twist-ed.2 Hook3 Anchorage ring왘 Securely fasten the hook 2, which is part of

94Safety and SecurityOccupant safety2 Hook3 Anchorage ring왘 Swing rear seat backrest to the rear un-til it engages.왘 Check the rear seat backrest to b

95Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear door window operation1 Override switch2 Indicator lamp왘 Press override switch 1.Indicator lamp 2

96Safety and SecurityPanic alarmAn audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate briefly.1 Â buttonActivating왘 Press and hold button 1 for at

97Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems왔 Driving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫

98Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBrakingAt the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pe