MERCEDES-BENZ R350 2010 W251 Owner's Manual

Installing wiper blades
Front wiper blades X
With guide tab = sliding into opening ?,
place wiper blade : onto wiper arm in
direction of arrow.
X Fold wiper blade : towards wiper arm.
Tabs ; (Y page 318) must engage into
both recesses of attachment ;.
X Check whether the wiper blade is securely
fastened.
X Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on the
windshield.
Make sure you hold on to the wiper arm
when folding it back.
! Make sure the wiper blades are installed
properly. Improperly installed wiper blades
may cause windshield damage.
Rear wiper blade X
Insert wiper blade ; into wiper arm :.
X Hold wiper arm : and engage wiper
blade ; by pushing it in direction of arrow
until it locks into place.
X Check whether the wiper blade is securely
fastened.
X Fold wiper arm : to rest on the rear
window.
Make sure to hold on to the wiper when
folding the wiper arm back.
! Make sure the wiper blade is installed
properly. An improperly installed wiper
blade may cause rear window damage. Flat tire
Safety notes
Your vehicle may be equipped with an
MOExtended system or a spare wheel with
collapsible tire. Vehicles with an MOExtended
system do not have a spare wheel or a TIREFIT
kit.
For information on your vehicle’s equipment,
see “Rims and tires” ( Y page 347). G
Warning!
The dimensions of the spare wheel are
different from those of the road wheels. As a
result, the vehicle handling characteristics
change when driving with a spare wheel
mounted. Adapt your driving style
accordingly.
The spare wheel is for temporary use only.
When driving with a spare wheel mounted,
ensure proper tire inflation pressure and do
not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center as soon as possible to have the
spare wheel replaced with a regular road
wheel.
Never operate the vehicle with more than one
spare wheel mounted. Flat tire
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Do not switch off the ESP
®
when a spare
wheel is mounted. G
Warning!
Vehicles with AIRMATIC:
Do not open or close any doors or the tailgate
while mounting a spare wheel. The vehicle
could rise or lower to a previously selected
level. You or others could be injured as a
result. Preparing the vehicle
X Vehicles with AIRMATIC:
Make sure the vehicle level is set to
highway level

(Y page 153).
X Whenever possible, park the vehicle in a
safe

distance from moving traffic on a hard,
flat surface.
X Turn on the hazard warning flasher.
X Turn the steering wheel so that the front
wheels are in a straight-ahead position.
X Engage the parking brake.
X Shift the automatic transmission into park
position P.
X Turn off the engine.
X Remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
or
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Open the
driver’s

door (this puts the starter switch in
position 0, same as with the SmartKey
removed from the starter switch). The
driver’s door can then be closed again.
Open doors only when conditions are safe
to do so.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Remove the
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button from the
starter switch.
X Have any passenger exit the vehicle at a
safe distance from the roadway. Open
doors only when conditions are safe to do
so.
i Vehicles retrofitted with TIREFIT kit: Only use the power outlet in the second-
row footwell for electric air pump
operation.
You can use the power outlet even when
the ignition is switched off, e.g. in order to
inflate the collapsible tire.
An emergency shut-off feature is designed
to prevent the vehicle’s on-board voltage
from dropping below a minimum level. If
the on-board voltage drops to this
minimum level, the power outlets are
switched

off automatically to help preserve
engine starting power. Sealing tires with TIREFIT
This section applies to vehicles retrofitted
with a TIREFIT kit only.
Small

tire punctures, particularly those in the
tread, can be sealed with TIREFIT.
TIREFIT can be used in ambient temperatures
down to -4‡ (-20†). G
Warning!
TIREFIT is a limited repair device. TIREFIT
cannot be used for cuts or punctures larger
than approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) and tire
damage

caused by driving with extremely low
tire inflation pressure, or on a flat tire, or a
damaged wheel.
Do not drive the vehicle under such
circumstances.
Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for assistance or call Roadside
Assistance.
X Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails)
should not be removed from the tire.
X Take the TIREFIT kit, the sticker, and the
electric air pump out of the vehicle. 320
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Two-part sticker
X
Attach upper part : of the sticker where
it will be easily seen by the driver on the
instrument cluster.
X Attach lower part ; of the sticker to the
damaged tire (close to the tire valve). G
Warning!
Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT
to come in contact with hair, eyes or clothing.
TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed or
absorbed through the skin - causes skin, eye
and respiratory irritation.
Any contact with eyes or skin should be
flushed immediately with plenty of water.
If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT,
change clothing as soon as possible.
In case of allergic reaction or rash, consult a
physician immediately. G
Warning!
Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children. If
swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with
plenty of water and drink plenty of water.
Do not induce vomiting!
Consult a physician immediately.
Keep away from open flame or heat source.
i If sealant has leaked out, let it dry. You
can then peel it off.
If clothing has come in contact with
TIREFIT, have it dry-cleaned with
perchloroethylene as soon as possible. G
Warning!
Observe safety instructions on air pump label.
Your vehicle may be equipped with either of
two versions of the electric air pump:
R Version 1: The air hose with pressure
gauge and the electrical plug are located
behind a flap.
R Version 2: The pressure gauge is located
in the pump housing. The air hose and
electrical plug are located at the bottom of
the pump housing.
The following description applies to both
versions. Differences in usage are expressly
declared. Version 1
Version 2
X
Version 1 only: Open flap C on the
electric air pump.
X Pull plug ? and air hose A out of the pump
housing.
X Screw the air pump’s air hose A onto
flange B of TIREFIT container :. Flat tire
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X
Stick TIREFIT container : upside down
into notch ; of the electric air pump. Example illustration
X
Unscrew the valve cap of the damaged tire
from tire valve E. Version 1
X
Version 1 only: Close vent screw F on
pressure gauge G.
X Screw filler hose D onto tire valve E.
X Insert electrical plug ? into the power
outlet in the second-row footwell
(Y page 205).
! The cigarette lighter as well as the power
outlets in the passenger footwell and cargo
compartment are not designed for use with
the electric air pump. Use the power outlet
in the second-row footwell for electric air
pump operation. X
Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to
position 1.
or
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Press the
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once. Do
not depress the brake pedal.
X Press I on electric air pump switch =.
The electric air pump is switched on and
inflates the tire.
i First, the sealing is pumped into the tire.
The pressure may briefly rise to up to 73 psi
(5 bar). This is normal and not an indication
of a malfunction. Do not switch off the
electric air pump.
X Let the electric air pump inflate the tire for
approximately 5 minutes.
The pressure gauge must display at least
26 psi (1.8 bar). G
Warning!
The air hose can become hot during inflation.
Please exercise appropriate caution.
! Do not operate the electric air pump
longer than 8 minutes without interruption.
Otherwise it may overheat.
You may operate the air pump again after
it has cooled off.
If the tire inflation pressure of at least
26 psi (1.8 bar) is not attained:
X Turn off the electric air pump by pressing
0 on electric air pump switch =.
X Detach filler hose D from tire valve E.
X Drive vehicle back or forth very slowly
approximately 30 ft (10 m).
This serves to better distribute the TIREFIT
sealant material inside the tire.
X Inflate the tire again. G
Warning!
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damaged for TIREFIT to provide a reliable tire
repair.
In this case, TIREFIT cannot properly seal the
tire.
Do not drive the vehicle.
Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or
call Roadside Assistance.
After attaining a tire inflation pressure of
at least 26 psi (1.8 bar):
X Press 0 on electric air pump switch =.
The electric air pump is switched off.
X Detach the TIREFIT kit from the tire valve. G
Warning!
The air hose may still be hot. Exercise proper
caution to avoid burning yourself when
detaching the electric air pump.
! Remaining TIREFIT sealant could escape
from the filler hose after it has been
detached from the tire valve. TIREFIT
sealant may cause stains.
Therefore, cover the filler hose, e.g. by
inserting it into the plastic bag the TIREFIT
kit was packed in.
X Drive off immediately. G
Warning!
Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h). A TIREFIT repair is not designed to
operate at higher speeds.
The sticker must be attached on the
instrument cluster where it will be easily seen
by the driver.
Vehicle handling characteristics of a TIREFIT
repaired tire may change. Adapt your driving
accordingly. Version 2
X
After driving the vehicle for an initial
10 minutes, check the tire inflation
pressure using pressure gauge G on the
air pump. G
Warning!
If tire inflation pressure has fallen below
20 psi (1.3 bar) do not continue to drive the
vehicle.
Park your vehicle safely away from the
roadway and contact the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or Roadside
Assistance.
Have the damaged tire replaced.
If the tire inflation pressure is at least 20 psi
(1.3 bar), inflate or deflate the tire to the
correct tire inflation pressure (see Tire and
Loading Information placard on the driver’s
door B-pillar):
X To increase tire inflation pressure:
Switch on the electric air pump.
X To decrease tire inflation pressure:
Version 1: Open vent screw F on
pressure gauge G (Y page 322).
Version 2: Press deflate button F located
at the end of the filler hose. G
Observe Safety notes, see page 230.
X Drive to the nearest qualified workshop,
e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center,
to have the damaged tire replaced.
X Recommended duration of use: A
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(80 km/h) or below with the recommended
tire inflation pressure.
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center

as soon as possible to obtain a new
TIREFIT kit.
X Bring used TIREFIT materials to an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
proper disposal.
X Replace your TIREFIT container every
4 years. Replacement containers are
available

at any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. Mounting the spare wheel
Introduction X
Prepare the vehicle as described
(Y page 320).
X Take the following out of the vehicle:
R
spare wheel
R jack
R wheel wrench
R collapsible wheel chock
R alignment bolt
R electric air pump
For information on where to find the
respective items, see “Where will I find ...?”
(Y page 270) and ( Y page 272).
i Vehicles without spare wheel are not
factory-equipped

with the tools required for
a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel
wrench. Some tools required for a wheel
change are specific to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center to obtain the tools approved for
your vehicle. This section describes the
wheel change using the tools approved and
recommended for your vehicle. Lifting the vehicle G
Warning!
When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack
which has been specifically approved by
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle.
The

jack is designed exclusively for jacking up
the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built
into both sides of the vehicle. Make sure the
jack arm is fully seated in the jack take-up
bracket. The jack must always be vertical
when in use, especially on inclines or
declines.
The jack is intended only for lifting the vehicle
briefly for wheel changes. It is not suited for
performing maintenance work under the
vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the
jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel
change.
Never get beneath the vehicle while it is
supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet
away from the area under the lifted vehicle.
Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient
capacity jackstands before working under the
vehicle.
Always engage the parking brake firmly and
block the wheels with wheel chocks or other
sizeable objects before raising the vehicle
with the jack. Do not disengage the parking
brake while the vehicle is raised.
Make sure that the ground on which the
vehicle is standing and where you place the
jack is solid, level and not slippery. If
necessary, use a large underlay. On slippery
surfaces, such as tiled floors, you should use
a non-slip underlay, for example a rubber mat.
Do not use wooden blocks or similar objects
to support the jack. Otherwise the jack may
not be able to achieve its load-bearing
capacity if it is not at its full height.
Never start the engine when the vehicle is
raised.
Also observe the notes on the jack. 324
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X
Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by
blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other
sizeable objects.
When your vehicle is equipped with a wheel
chock, it is included with the vehicle tool kit
(Y page 270). For information on setting up
the collapsible wheel chock, see
(Y page 272). G
Warning!
Only jack up the vehicle on level ground or on
slight inclines/declines. Otherwise, the
vehicle could fall off the jack and injure you or
others.
Changing a wheel on a level surface Changing rear wheel on passenger side (example
illustration)
X
Place a wheel chock or other sizeable
object in front of and another wheel chock
or other sizeable object behind the wheel
that is diagonally opposite to the wheel
being changed.
Changing a wheel on a slight decline
Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on
a level surface. However, should
circumstances require you to do so on a slight
decline: Changing wheel on passenger side (example
illustration)
X
Place wheel chocks or other sizeable
objects on the downhill side in front of both
wheels on the side opposite to the side on
which the wheel is to be changed.
Changing a wheel on a slight incline
Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on
a level surface. However, should
circumstances require you to do so on a slight
incline: Changing wheel on passenger side (example
illustration)
X
Place wheel chocks or other sizeable
objects on the downhill side in front of both
wheels on the side opposite to the side on
which the wheel is to be changed. Flat tire
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X
On the wheel to be changed, loosen but do
not yet remove the wheel bolts
(approximately one full turn with wheel
wrench :).
X Assemble the jack ( Y page 272).The jack take-up brackets are located directly
behind the front wheel housings and in front
of the rear wheel housings.
G
Warning!
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up
the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets. Make
sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack
take-up bracket.
If you do not position the jack correctly in the
jack take-up bracket, the vehicle can fall off
the jack and seriously or fatally injure you or
others.
! Do not position the jack on the body of
the vehicle, as this may cause damage to
the vehicle. X
Attach reversible ratchet ? to jack = in
such a way that the word UP can be seen.
X Place jack = on firm ground.
X Position jack = under take-up
bracket ; so that it is always vertical as
seen from the side, even if the vehicle is
parked on an incline. X
Turn ratchet ? up and down until jack =
is fully seated in take-up bracket ; and the
jack base evenly meets the ground.
X Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is a
maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. 326
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Removing the wheel
X
Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt and
remove it.
X Replace this wheel bolt with alignment
bolt :.
X Remove the remaining bolts.
! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt.
This could result in damage to the wheel
bolts and wheel hub threads.
X Remove the wheel.
Attaching the spare wheel G
Warning!
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is
properly attached.
Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric
air pump before lowering the vehicle.
G
Warning!
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged
or rusted.
Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.
Damaged wheel hub threads should be
repaired immediately. Do not continue to
drive under these circumstances! Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.
Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened
wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
This could cause an accident. Make sure to
use the correct wheel bolts. G
Warning!
Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts.
Other wheel bolts may come loose.
Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the
vehicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could
fall off the jack. Wheel bolt
: must be used for 19" and 20"
light alloy wheels. Wheel bolt ; must be used
for the spare wheel. The wheel bolts for the
spare wheel are located in the cargo
compartment with the spare wheel.
! Wheel bolts ; must be used when
mounting the spare wheel with collapsible
tire. The use of any wheel bolts other than
wheel bolts ; for the spare wheel with
collapsible tire will damage the vehicle’s
brakes. G
Warning!
Make sure to use the original length wheel
bolts when remounting the original wheel
after it has been repaired.
X Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel
hub.
! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat
against hub and hold it there while
installing first wheel bolt. Flat tire
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X
Guide the spare wheel onto the alignment
bolt and push it on.
X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten them
slightly.
X Unscrew the alignment bolt.
X Install the last wheel bolt and tighten it
slightly.
X Inflate the collapsible tire ( Y page 328).
Inflating the collapsible tire G
Warning!
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is
properly attached.
Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric
air pump before lowering the vehicle.
G
Warning!
Observe safety instructions on air pump label.
! Do not lower the vehicle before inflating
the collapsible tire. Otherwise the rim may
be damaged.
Your vehicle may be equipped with either of
two versions of the electric air pump:
R Version 1: The air hose with pressure
gauge and the electrical plug are located
behind a flap.
R Version 2: The pressure gauge is located
in the pump housing. The air hose and
electrical plug are located at the bottom of
the pump housing. The following description applies to both
versions. Differences in usage are expressly
declared.
Version 1
Version 2
X
Version 1 only: Open flap : on electric
air pump.
X Version 1 only: Pull out electrical plug
= and air hose with pressure gauge and
vent screw ?.
X Version 2 only: Pull electrical plug = and
the air hose out of the pump housing
bottom.
X Version 1 only: Close vent screw on air
hose ?.
X Remove the valve cap from the collapsible
tire valve.
X Screw union nut A onto the collapsible tire
valve.
X Make sure air pump switch ; is set to 0.
X Insert electrical plug = into the power
outlet in the second-row footwell
(Y page 205). 328
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