MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class COUPE 2011 C207 Owner's Manual

XTurn the bulb counter-clockwise, applying
slight pressure, and remove it from bulb
holder :.XInsert the new bulb into bulb holder : and
turn it clockwise.XInsert bulb holder : into the lamp and turn
it clockwise.
Windshield wipers
Important safety notes
GWarning!
Wiper blades are components that are subject
to wear and tear. Replace the wiper blades
twice a year, preferably in the spring and fall.
Otherwise the windshield will not be wiped
properly. As a result, you may not be able to
observe surrounding traffic conditions and
could cause an accident.
! Do not operate the windshield wipers
when the windshield is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windshield can
scratch the glass if wiping takes place when
the windshield is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the windshield
wipers in dry weather conditions, always
use washer fluid when operating the
windshield wipers.
Switching the windshield wipers on/
off
Combination switch
1$ Windshield wipers off2Ä Intermittent wipe, low 73Å
Intermittent wipe, high 84°
Continuous wipe, slow5¯ Continuous wipe, fastBí Single wipe/ î to wipe the
windshield using washer fluidXSwitch the ignition on.XTurn the combination switch to the
corresponding position.
! Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due
to optical influences and the windshield
becoming dirty in dry weather conditions,
the windshield wipers may be activated
inadvertently. This could then damage the
windshield wiper blades or scratch the
windshield.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windshield wipers in dry weather.
In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate
wiping frequency is automatically set
according to the intensity of the rain. In
the Å position, the rain sensor is more
sensitive than in the Ä position, causing
the windshield wipers to wipe more
frequently.
Intermittent wiping is interrupted when you
stop the vehicle and open a door. This
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prevents a person from being splashed
inadvertently when getting into or out of the
vehicle.
Intermittent wiping continues when all doors
are closed and
Ryou shift the automatic transmission to
drive position D or reverse gear R
or
Ryou change the wipe setting on the
combination switch.
iTo prevent smearing on the windshield or
noise when wiping, wipe the windshield
occasionally with washer fluid.
Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notes
GWarning
For safety reasons, switch off the windshield
wipers and remove the key from the ignition
lock before changing the wiper blades
(vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: make sure that
the on-board electronics are in state 0).
Otherwise, the wiper motor could be switched
on suddenly and cause injury.
! To avoid damaging the wiper blades,
make sure that you touch only the wiper
arm of the wiper.
! Never open the hood if a windshield wiper
arm has been folded away from the
windshield.
Never fold a windshield wiper arm without
a wiper blade back onto the windshield.
Hold the windshield wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release
the windshield wiper arm without a wiper
blade and it falls onto the windshield, the
windshield can be damaged by the force of
the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the wiper blades replaced by a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Replacing the windshield wiper blades
Removing the wiper blades
XRemove the key from the ignition lock or
turn the key to position 0 (KEYLESS-GO).
XFold the wiper arm away from the
windshield until it engages.
XSet the wiper blade at right angles to the
wiper arm.
XRemove the wiper blade from the retainer
on the wiper arm in the direction of the
arrow.
Installing the wiper blade
XSlide the new wiper blade into the retainer
on the wiper arm in the opposite direction
to the arrow.
Make sure that the wiper blade slides fully
into the retainer on the wiper arm.
XTurn the wiper blade parallel to the wiper
arm.
XFold the wiper arm back onto the
windshield.
Problems with the windshield wipers
The windshield wipers are obstructed
Leaves or snow, for example, may be
obstructing the windshield wiper movement.
The wiper motor has been deactivated.
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XFor safety reasons, you should remove the
key from the ignition lock.
or
XSwitch off the engine using the Start/Stop
button and open the driver's door.XRemove the cause of the obstruction.XSwitch the windshield wipers back on.
The windshield wipers are inoperative
The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.
XSelect another wiper speed on the
combination switch.XHave the windshield wipers checked at a
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Vehicle equipment ............................134
Overview of climate control sys-
tems ................................................... 134
Operating the control systems ........139
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Vehicle equipment
i This manual describes all the standard
and optional equipment of your vehicle
which was available at the time of
purchase. Country-specific differences are
possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle
may not feature all functions described
here. This also refers to safety-related
systems and functions.
Overview of climate control systems
Important safety notes
GWarning
Severe conditions (e.g. strong air pollution)
may require replacement of the filter before
its scheduled replacement interval. A clogged
filter will reduce the air volume to the interior
and the windows could fog up, impairing
visibility and endangering you and others.
Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as
possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
GWarning
Follow the recommended settings for heating
and cooling given on the following pages.
Otherwise, the windows could fog up,
impairing visibility and endangering you and
others.
Dual-zone automatic climate control/3-zone
automatic climate control controls the
temperature and the humidity of the vehicle
interior and filters out undesirable
substances from the air.
Dual-zone automatic climate control/3-zone
automatic climate control is only operational
when the engine is running 9
.
i Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period
during warm weather, e.g. using the
convenience opening feature ( Y page 87).
This will speed up the cooling process and
the desired vehicle interior temperature
will be reached more quickly.
i The integrated filter can filter out most
particles of dust and completely filters out
pollen. A clogged filter reduces the amount
of air supplied to the vehicle interior. For
this reason, you should always observe the
interval for replacing the filter, which is
specified in the Service Booklet. As it
depends on environmental conditions, e.g.
heavy air pollution, the interval may be
shorter than stated in the Service Booklet.
i It is possible that the "residual heat"
function may be activated automatically an
hour after the SmartKey is removed. The
vehicle is then ventilated for 30 minutes to
dry the air-conditioning system.9 3-zone automatic climate control: the "residual heat" function can only be switched on/off if the ignition is
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Control panel for the dual-zone automatic climate control
For Canada only
FunctioniNotes/tips:Activates/deactivates air-
recirculation mode
Only use "air-recirculation" mode briefly, e.g. if there
are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel. The
windows could otherwise fog up as, in air-
recirculation mode, no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle.
;Defrosts the windshieldOnly use the "defrosting" function briefly until the
windshield is clear again.
=Switches the ZONE function
on/off
Use the ZONE function to adopt the temperature
settings on the driver's side for the front-passenger
side as well. The indicator lamp above the á
button goes out.
?DisplayASets climate control to
automatic
Activate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up.
BSwitches cooling with air
dehumidification on/off
Activate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up.
CSwitches the rear window
heating on/off
DSwitches climate control on/
off
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FunctioniNotes/tipsGSets the airflowHSets the temperature, leftSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).
For USA only
FunctioniNotes/tips:Sets climate control to
automaticActivate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up.;Defrosts the windshieldOnly use the "defrosting" function briefly until the
windshield is clear again.=Switches the ZONE function
on/offUse the ZONE function to adopt the temperature
settings on the driver's side for the front-passenger
side as well. The indicator lamp above the á
button goes out.?Activates/deactivates air-
recirculation modeOnly use "air-recirculation" mode briefly, e.g. if there
are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel. The
windows could otherwise fog up as, in air-
recirculation mode, no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle.ASwitches maximum cooling
MAX COOL on/offBSwitches cooling with air
dehumidification on/offActivate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up.CSwitches the rear window
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FunctioniNotes/tipsDSwitches climate control on/
off
Activate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up.
ESets the temperature, rightSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).FSets the air distributionGSets the airflowHSets the temperature, leftSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).IDisplay
Control panel for the three-zone automatic climate control
For Canada only
FunctioniNotes/tipsFront control panel:Sets climate control to
automatic
Activate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up. You can also set the airflow
and air distribution of the automatic climate control
to one of three levels (FOCUS/MEDIUM/DIFFUSE).
You can set the desired level using button G. The
MEDIUM level is recommended.
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FunctioniNotes/tips;Defrosting the windshieldOnly use the "defrosting" function briefly until the
windshield is clear again.=Switches the ZONE function
on/offUse the ZONE function to adopt the temperature
settings on the driver's side for the front-passenger
side and the rear compartment as well. The indicator
lamp above the á button goes out.?DisplayAActivates/deactivates air-
recirculation modeOnly use "air-recirculation" mode briefly, e.g. if there
are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel. The
windows could otherwise fog up, as in air-
recirculation mode, no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle.BSwitches the residual heat
function on/offUse the residual heat function if you want to heat or
ventilate the vehicle interior when the ignition is
switched off. The "residual heat" function can only be
activated or deactivated with the ignition switched
off.CSwitches cooling with air
dehumidification on/offActivate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up. You can also set the airflow
and air distribution of the automatic climate control
to one of three levels (FOCUS/MEDIUM/DIFFUSE).
You can set the desired level using button G. The
MEDIUM level is recommended.DSwitches the rear window
defroster on/offESwitches climate control on/
offActivate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up. You can also set the airflow
and air distribution of the automatic climate control
to one of three levels (FOCUS/MEDIUM/DIFFUSE).
You can set the desired level using button G. The
MEDIUM level is recommended.FSets the temperature, rightSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).138Overview of climate control systemsClimate control
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