Mercedes-benz E-class 1999 Additions to Manual Bedienungsanleitung

61Warning!Children 12 years old and undermust never ride in the front seat,except in a Mercedes-Benzauthorized BabySmart™ compatiblechild seat, which

70AshtraysCenter Console, FrontBy touching the bottom of the coverlightly, the ashtray opensautomatically.Prior to removing the ashtray insert,move th

71LighterTurn electronic key in steering lock toposition 1 or 2.Push in lighter (1); it will pop outautomatically when hot.Warning!Never touch the hea

72Interior Lighting1 Door contact switch:Press once and interior lamps areswitched on when opening a door.Interior lamps are switched on,and off (soft

73Storage Compartments andCup HolderGlove Box1 Unlocking: Turn mechanical keyto vertical position and remove.2 Locking: Turn mechanical key tothe righ

74Sliding/Pop-Up Roof (optional)1 to slide roof open2 to slide roof closed3 to raise roof at rear4 to lower roof at rearTurn electronic key in steerin

75on center consolePower WindowsSwitches for:1 left, front2 left, rear3 right, front4 right, rear5 safety switch6 individual switches (rear doors)Turn

76Warning!When closing the windows, be surethat there is no danger of anyonebeing harmed by the closingprocedure.In case of obstruction, the automatic

77Trunk Lid Release SwitchThe switch is located on the centerconsole.A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft(1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid.To

78Instrument LampsPress + or - button to vary intensity ofinstrument lamps.Display IlluminationThe display for temperature, odometer,multifunction ind

79Garage Door Opener1 Remote control transmitterlocated on inside rear viewmirror2 Portable remote controltransmitterWarning!When programming a garage

62Steering Lock0 The electronic key can bewithdrawn in this position only.The steering is locked with theelectronic key removed from thesteering lock.

80control, until the inside rear viewmirror remote control light starts toflash rapidly. This means that theintegrated remote control has acceptedthe

81Driving

82Drinking and DrivingWarning!Drinking and driving can be a verydangerous combination. Even a smallamount of alcohol or drugs can affectyour reflexes,

83Automatic TransmissionThe automatic transmission selectsindividual gears automatically,dependent upon• Selector lever position• Program mode selecto

84Selector Lever PositionsThe automatic gear shifting process canbe adapted to specific operatingconditions using the selector lever.P Parking positio

85D The transmission automaticallyupshifts through 5th gear. Position"D" provides optimum drivingcharacteristics under all normaloperating c

86ManeuveringTo maneuver in tight areas, e.g. whenpulling into a parking space, control thevehicle speed by gradually releasingthe brakes. Accelerate

87S Standard modePress switch on symbol "S". Usethis mode for all regular driving.The vehicle starts out in 1st gear.Accelerator Operation:

88Cruise ControlAny given speed above approximately 25mph (40 km/h) can bemaintained with thecruise control by operating the lever.1 Accelerate and se

89Notes:If the engine does not brake the vehiclesufficiently while driving on adowngrade, the speed you set on thecruise control may be exceeded andyo

63Warning!When leaving the vehicle alwaysremove the electronic key from thesteering lock, and lock the vehicle.Do not leave children unattended inthe

90Multifunction IndicatorLanguage SelectionWarning message selection is availablein the English, French, German, Italian,or Spanish language.With the

91Charge IndicatorWhen the symbol and message appearwhile the engine is running, thisindicates a fault which must be repairedat an authorized Mercedes

92TachometerRed marking on tachometer: Excessiveengine speed.Avoid this engine speed, as it may resultin serious engine damage that is notcovered by t

93Warning!• Driving when your engine is badlyoverheated can cause some fluidswhich may have leaked into theengine compartment to catch fire.You could

94Exterior Lamp Failure IndicatorWhen the symbol and message appearafter starting the engine, or if it comes onwhile driving, this symbol indicates af

95Flexible Service System (FSS)The FSS permits a flexible serviceschedule that is directly related to theoperating conditions of the vehicle.The symbo

96Notes:When disconnecting vehicle battery forone or more days at a time, such dayswill not be counted. Any such days notcounted by the FSS can be add

97Antilock Brake System (ABS)Important!The ABS improves steering control ofthe vehicle during braking maneuvers.Do not pump the brake pedal, ratheruse

98Brake Assist System (BAS)Warning!BAS cannot prevent the natural lawsof physics from acting on the vehicle,nor can it increase braking efficiencybeyo

99Electronic Traction System (ETS)(Model E320 with All Wheel Drive[AWD]: 4-ETS)The 4-ETS improves vehicle's abilityto utilize available traction,

64Combination Switch1 Low beam (exterior lampswitch position )2 High beam (exterior lampswitch position )3 High beam flasher (high beamavailable indep

100Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR)The acceleration slip regulation willengage at all vehicle speeds, if one orboth drive wheels begin to lose tract

65Windshield and Headlamp WasherFluid Mixing RatioFor temperatures above freezing:MB Windshield Washer Concentrate"S" and water1 part "

66Exterior Lamp SwitchOffParking lamps(also side marker lamps,taillamps, license plate lamps,instrument panel lamps)Canada only:When the engine is run

67Night Security IlluminationWhen exiting the vehicle after drivingwith the exterior lamps on, they switchon again for added illumination forapproxima

68Exterior Rear View MirrorsThe switch is located on the centerconsole.Turn electronic key in steering lock toposition 2.First select the mirror to be

69Parking positionThe passenger side exterior mirror canbe adjusted and programmed to assistthe driver during parking maneuvers(e.g. to observe the cu