flat tire MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS CABRIOLET 2011 Owners Manual

Electronic Brak
eforce Distribution
see EB D(Electronic Brake force
Distribution)
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stabilit yProgram)
Electronic Traction System
see ET S(Electronic Tractio nSystem)
Emergency closing (soft top) .............87
Emergency key Unlocking the driver's door ..............79
Emergency key element
Function/notes ................................ 74
Locking vehicle ................................ 79
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 79
Emergency spare wheel
Notes/data .................................... 326
Storage location ............................ 296
Emergency unlocking
Boot ................................................. 81
Vehicle ............................................. 79
Engine
Display message ............................ 242
ECO start/stop function ................150
Emergency starting ........................313
Engine numbe r............................... 333
Running irregularl y......................... 152
Starting problems ..........................152
Starting the engine with the key ....148
Starting with KEYLESS GO .............149
Stopping ........................................ 165
Warning lamp (engine diagnos-
tics) ............................................... 260
Engine electronics
Notes ............................................. 331
Problem (fault) ............................... 152
Engine oil
Additives ........................................ 336
Checking the oil leve l..................... 282
Display message ............................ 243
Filling capacity ............................... 335
Notes about oil grades ................... 335
Notes on oil level/consumption ....282
Topping up ..................................... 283
Viscosity ........................................ 336Environmental protection
Note ................................................ .21
Returnin ganend-of-life vehicl e....... 21
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) Deactivating/activating .................223
Deactivating/activating (notes) .......64
Display message ............................ 233
ETS .................................................. 64
Function/notes ................................ 64
Important safety guidelines .............64
Trailer stabilisatio n.......................... 65
Warning lamp ................................. 258
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 64
Exhaus ttail pipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 291
Exterior lighting see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 109
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........111
Folding in/ou t(automatically) .......110
Folding in/ou t(electrically) ...........110
Folding in whe nlocking( on-board
computer) ...................................... 230
Out of position (troubleshooting) ...110
Parking position ............................. 111
Resetting ....................................... 110
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 112 F
Fatigue Assist see ATTENTION ASSIST
Faul tmessage
see Display messages
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Fire extinguisher ............................... 294
First-aid kit ......................................... 294
Flat tyre Changing awheel/fitting the
spare wheel ................................... 301
MOExtended run-fla tsystem ......... 305
Preparing the vehicle .....................296
Raising the vehicle .........................302
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 297 10
Index

Trip meter
Calling up ....................................... 217
Resetting (on-boar dcomputer) ......218
Trip odometer
see Trip meter
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ...................123
Switching on/off ........................... 116
TV
Operating (on-board computer) .....220
see Separate operating instructions
Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 331
Installatio n..................................... 331
Transmission output (maximum ).... 331
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
Tyre pressure
Display message ............................ 249
Not reached (TIREFIT) ....................299
Pressure loss warning ....................322
Reached (TIREFIT) ..........................300
Recommended ............................... 321
Tyres
Checking ........................................ 318
Directio nofrotation ...................... 324
Display message ............................ 249
Gri p................................................ 168
Important safety notes ..................318
Replacing ....................................... 323
Service life ..................................... 319
Storing ........................................... 324
Tyr esize (data) .............................. 324
Tyr etread ...................................... 319
see Flat tyre U
Unladen weight see Technical data
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking .......................79
From insid ethe vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 78 V
Vanity mirror (in sun visor) ..............271
Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 23
Data acquisition ............................... 23
Display message ............................ 250
Electronics ..................................... 331
Equipment ....................................... 21
Implied warranty .............................. 23
Individua lsettings .......................... 224
Leaving parked up .........................166
Locking (in an emergency) ...............79
Locking (key )................................... 72
Lowering ........................................ 304
Pulling away ................................... 149
Raising ........................................... 302
Registration ..................................... 22
Towing away .................................. 310
Tow-starting ................................... 310
Transporting .................................. 313
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........79
Unlocking (key )................................ 72
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data
see Technical data
Vehicle dimensions
see Technical data
Vehicle emergency locking ................79
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ..............333
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 295
Vehicle weights see Technical data
Vents
see Air vents
Video DVD (on-board computer) ......220
VIN ...................................................... 333 W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 257
Brakes ........................................... 257
Distance warning signa l................. 262
ESP ®
.............................................. 258 Index
19

X
Pull tab :upwards.
X Remove fire extinguisher ;.
i Have the fire extinguisher refilled after
each use and checked every one or two
years. It may otherwise fail in an emer-
gency.
Observe the legal requirement sinall coun-
tries concerned. Vehicle tool kit
The vehicle too lkit can be foun dinthe stow-
age well under the boot floor.
i Vehicles without aspare wheel are not
equipped with the tools needed to change
aw heel when the yleave the factory, e.g. a
jac korw heel wrench. Country-specific dif-
ferences are possible. Some tools for
changing awheel are specific to the vehi-
cle. To obtain tools approved for your vehi-
cle, visit aqualified specialist workshop,
e.g. aMercedes-Ben zService Centre.
X Vehicles with aTIREFIT kit: lift up the
boot floor (Y page 268). :
Centring pin
; Jack
= One pair of gloves
? Cabriolet: straps for emergency release
of the soft top
A Tyre sealant filler bottle
B Tyre inflation compressor
C Towing eye
D Folding wheel chock
E Wheel wrench
X Vehicles with aspare
wheel/"Minispare" emergency spare
wheel: lift up the boot floor (Y page 268). :
Spare wheel/"Minispare" emergency
spare wheel
; Vehicle tool kit tray
= Stowage well
The vehicle tool kit contains:
R Cabriolet: straps for emergency release of
the soft top
R Foldable wheel chock
R Fuse allocation chart Where willIf
ind...?
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R
Jack
R Centrin gpin
R On ep air of gloves
R Whee lwrench
R Towin geye "Minispare" emergency spare wheel
The "Minispare" emergency spar ewheel can
be foun dinthestowage well unde rthe boot
floor.
X Lift the boot floor upwards (Y page 268).X
Remove vehicle tool kit tray ;.
X Turn stowage well =anti-clockwise and
remove it.
X Remove "Minispare" emergency spare
wheel :.
For further information on changing awheel
and fittingt he spare wheel, see
(Y page 296). Flat tyre
Preparing the vehicle
Your vehicle may be equipped with:
R aT IREFIT kit
R an emergency spare wheel
R MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat char-
acteristics) (Y page 305)
i Vehicle preparation is not necessary on
vehicles with MOExtended tyres. i
Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not
equipped with aTIREFIT kit at the factory.
It is therefore recommended that you addi-
tionally equip your vehicle with aTIREFIT kit
if you fit tyres that do not feature run-flat
properties, e.g. winter tyres. ATIREFIT kit
can be obtained from aMercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
X Stop the vehicle as far away as possible
from traffic on solid, non-slippery and level
ground.
X Switch on the hazard warning lamps.
X Firmly depress the parking brake.
X Bring the front wheels into the straight-
ahead position.
X Vehicles with manualt ransmission:
engage first or reverse gear.
X Vehicles with automatic transmission:
move the selector lever to P.
X Switch off the engine.
X Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove
the key from the ignition lock.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the
driver's door.
The on-board electronicsh ave status0,
which is the same as the key having been
removed.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: remove the
Start/Stop button from the ignition lock
(Y page 147).
X All occupants must get out of the vehicle.
Make sure that they are not endangered as
they do so.
X Make sure that no one is near the danger
area whilst awheel is being changed. Any-
one who is not directly assisting in the
wheel change should, for example, stand
behind the barrier.
X Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traf-
fic conditionsw hen doing so.296
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X
Close th edriver' sdoor.
X Plac ethe warning triangle ( Ypage 294) a
suitable distanc eaway. Observ elegal
requirements. TIREFIT kit
Using th eTIREFIT kit You can use th
eTIREFI Tkit to seal small
punctures, particularly those in the tyre tread.
You can use TIREFIT at outside temperatures
down to -2 0†. G
WARNING
In the followin gsituations ,your safety is at
particular risk as tyre sealant is unable to pro-
vide sufficient breakdown assistance:
R there are cuts or punctures in the tyre
greater than 4mm.
R the wheel rim is damaged.
R you have driven at very low tyre pressures
or on aflat tyre.
Do not drive any further. Consult aqualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or
on safety-related systems must be carried out
at aq ualified specialist workshop.
X Do not remove any foreign object swhich
have penetrated the tyre, e.g. screws or
nails.
X Remove the tyre sealant bottle, the accom-
panying "max. 80 km/h" sticker and the
tyre inflation compressor from the stowage
well underneath the boot floor
(Y page 295). X
Affix part :of the sticker within the driv-
er's field of vision.
X Affix part ;of the sticker near the valve
on the wheel with the defectiv etyre. G
WARNING
TIREFIT must not come into contact with your
skin, eyes or clothing.
R If TIREFIT comes into contact with your
eyes or skin, immediately rinse thoroughly
with clean water.
R Change out of clothin gwhich has come into
contact with TIREFIT immediately.
R If an allergic reaction occurs, consult adoc-
tor immediately.
Keep TIREFIT away from children.
R If TIREFIT is swallowed, immediately rinse
your mouth out thoroughly and drink plenty
of water.
R Do not induce vomiting. Consult adoctor
immediately.
R Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes.
i If TIREFIT leaks out, allow it to dry. It can
then be removed like alayer of film.
If you get TIREFIT on your clothing, have it
cleaned as soon as possible with perchloro-
ethylene.
Your vehicle is provided with one of two dif-
ferent tyre inflation compressors:
R Version 1: the hose with the pressure
gauge and the cable are behind aflap.
R Version 2: the pressure gauge is in the tyre
inflation compressor. Flat tyre
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TIREFI
Tkit version 1 X
Open flap ;.
X Pull connector Awith the cable and hose
B out of the housing.
X Screw hose Bontoflange Cof tyre seal-
ant bottle :.
X Insert tyre sealant bottle :head down-
wards int orecess =of the tyre inflation
compressor. X
Remove the cap from valve Eon the faulty
tyre. X
Make sure pressure release screw Fon
pressure gauge Gis fully closed.
X Screw filler hose Dontovalve E.
X Insert plug Aintot he cigarett elighter
socket (Y page 272)orintoa12Vs ocket
in your vehicle (Y page 272).
X Turn the key to position 1(Y page 147 )in
the ignition lock.
X Press on/off switch ?on the tyre inflation
compressor to I.
The tyre inflation compressor is switched
on. The tyre is inflated.
i First, TIREFIT is pumped int othe tyre .The
pressure can briefly rise to approximately
500 kPa (5 bar/73 psi).
Do not switch off the tyrei nflation com-
pressor during this phase.
X Allow the tyre inflation compressor to run
for five minutes. The tyre should then have
attained apressure of at least 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi).
! Do not operate the tyre inflation com-
pressor for longer than eight minutes at a
time without abreak. It may otherwise
overheat.
The tyre inflation compressor can be oper-
ated again once it has cooled down.
If ap ressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has
been achieved after five minutes, see
(Y page 300).
If ap ressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has
not been achieved after five minutes, see
(Y page 299). 298
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TIREFI
Tkit version 2 X
Pull plug ?with the cable and hose Aout
of the housing.
X Screw hose Aontoflange Bof tyre seal-
ant bottle :.
X Insert tyre sealant bottle :head down-
wards int orecess ;of the tyre inflation
compressor. X
Remove the cap from valve Con the faulty
tyre.
X Screw filler hose Dontovalve C.
X Insert plug ?intot he cigarett elighter
socket (Y page 272)orintoa12Vs ocket
in your vehicle (Y page 272).
X Turn the key to position 1(Y page 147 )in
the ignition lock.
X Press on/off switch =on the tyre inflation
compressor to I.
The tyre inflation compressor is switched
on. The tyre is inflated. i
First, TIREFIT is pumped int othe tyre. The
pressure can briefly rise to approximately
500 kPa (5 bar/7 3psi).
Do not switch off the tyrei nflation com-
pressor during this phase.
X Allow the tyre inflation compressor to run
for five minutes. The tyre should then have
attained apressure of at least 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi).
! Do not operate the tyre inflation com-
pressor for longer than eight minutes at a
time without abreak. It may otherwise
overheat.
The tyre inflation compressor can be oper-
ated again once it has cooled down.
If ap ressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has
been achieved after five minutes, see
(Y page 300).
If ap ressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has
not been achieved after five minutes, see
(Y page 299).
Tyrep ressur eofatleast 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi) not reached If, after five minutes,
apressure of 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been achieved:
X Press the on/off switch on the tyre inflation
compressor to 0.
The tyre inflation compressor is switched
off.
X Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of
the faulty tyre.
X Very slowly drive forwards or reverse
approximately 10 m.
X Pump up the tyre again. G
WARNING
If after five minutes apressure of 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi) cannot be achieved, the tyre
is too severel ydamaged.
Do not drive any further. Consult aqualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom- Flat tyre
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mends that you use
aMercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at aqualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Tyre pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/
26 psi) is reached X
Press the on/off switch on the tyre inflation
compresso rto0.
The tyre inflation compressor is switched
off.
X Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of
the faulty tyre.
! After use, excess TIREFIT may run out of
the filler hose. This may cause stains.
Therefore, place the filler hose in the plastic
bag which contained the TIREFIT kit.
X Stow the tyre sealant bottle, the tyre infla-
tion compressor and the warning triangle.
X Pull away immediately. G
WARNING
Do not exceed the maximum speed of
80 km/h.
The "max. 80 km/h" label must be affixed in
the driver's field of vision.
The vehicle's handling characteristics may be
affected.
X Stop after driving for approximately ten
minutes and check the tyre pressure with
the tyre inflation compressor. G
WARNING
If the tyre pressure is less than 130 kPa
(1.3 bar/20 psi), the tyre is too severely dam-
aged. Do not drive any further. Consult a
qualified specialist workshop which has the
necessary specialist knowledge and tools to
carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you use aMercedes-Benz
Service Centr efor this purpose. In particular,
work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at
aqualified
specialist workshop.
X Correct the tyre pressure if it is still at least
130 kPa (1.3 bar/20 psi) (for the values,
see the fuel filler flap).
X To increase the tyrep ressure: switch on
the tyre inflation compressor. TIREFI
Tkit version 1
X To reduce the tyrep ressure (version
1): open pressure release screw Fon
pressure gauge G. TIREFI
Tkit version 2
X To reduce the tyrep ressure (version
2): press pressure release button Enext
to pressure gauge F.
X Stow the tyre sealant bottle, the tyre infla-
tion compressor and the warning triangle.
X Driv etot he nearest workshop and have the
tyre changed there.
X Have the tyre sealant bottle replaced as
soon as possible at aqualified specialist 300
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warning system cannot function reliably.
Only restart th
etyrep ressure loss warning
system when the defective whee lhas been
replaced with anew wheel. MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat
characteristics)
MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat char-
acteristics) allow you to continue driving the
vehicl eeven when one or more tyres lose all
air pressure.
MOExtended tyres may only be usedinc on-
junction with the activated tyre pressure loss
warning system or with the tyre pressure
monitor.
The maximu mpermissible distanc ewhich
can be driven in run-flat mode depends on the
load in the vehicle. It is 80 km if the vehicle
is partially laden and 30 km if fully laden.
The maximum permissible distanc ewhich
can be driven in run-flat mode is counted from
the momen tthe tyre pressure loss warning
appears in the multifunction display.
You must not exceed amaximum speed of
80 km/h. G
WARNING
The handling characteristics of your vehicle
deteriorate in run-flat mode, for example:
R when cornering
R when braking
R when accelerating rapidly
Adapt your driving style accordingly and avoid
sudden changes in direction and sudden
acceleration, as well as driving over obstacles
(i.e. kerbs, potholes), and driving off-road.
This is particularly the case when the vehicle
is heavily laden.
The maximum permissible distance that can
be driven in run-flat mode depends to alarge
extentont he loads placed on the vehicle. It
can be shorter due to high speeds, aheavy
load, sudden changes in direction, the road
surface condition, outside temperature, etc., or further if you drive carefully and conserva-
tively.
Do not continue to drive in run-flat mode if:
R you hear banging noises.
R the vehicle starts to shake.
R you see smoke and smell rubber.
R ESP ®
is intervening constantly.
R there are tears in the sidewalls of the tyre.
After driving in run-flat mode, you must have
the wheel(s) checked for damage at aquali-
fied specialist workshop which has the nec-
essary specialist knowledge and tools to carry
out the work required. The faulty tyre must be
replaced in every case.
Mercedes-Ben zrecommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centr efor this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or
on safety-related systems must be carried out
at aq ualified specialist workshop.
i When replacing one or all tyres, make
sure that you only use tyres marked
MOExtended and of the specified size for
the vehicle.
i Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not
equipped with aTIREFI Tkit at the factory.
It is therefore recommended that you addi-
tionally equip your vehicle with aTIREFI Tkit
if you fit tyres that do not feature run-flat
properties, e.g. winter tyres. ATIREFI Tkit
can be obtained from aMercedes-Benz
Service Centre. Battery
Important safety notes
In order for the batter ytoachieve the maxi-
mum possible service life, it must alway sbe
sufficiently charged.
Have the batter ycharge checked more fre-
quently if you use the vehicle mainly for short
trips or if you leave it standing idle for a
lengthy period. Battery
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Tyre tread
G
WARNING
Bea rinm indt hat:
R tyr eg ripd ecreases rapidl yonwetroads
when the tread depth is less than 3mm.
Thus ,you should replace tyres that have
insufficient tread.
R winter tyres should be replaced when the
tread depth is 4mmorless as they no lon-
ger provide adequate grip.
R the tread on atyre may not wear evenly.
Thus, you should regularly check the tread
depth and the condition of the tread across
the entire width of all tyres. If necessary,
turn the fron twheels to full lock in order to
inspect the tyre tread more easily.
Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehi-
cle and cause an accident due to the reduced
grip of the tyres on the road. Notes on selecting, fitting and replac-
ing tyres
R Only fit tyres and wheels of the same type
and make.
R Only fit tyres of the correct size onto the
wheels.
R After fittingn ew tyres, run them in at mod-
erate speeds for the first 100 km, as they
only reach their full performance after this
distance.
R Do not drive with tyres which have too little
tread depth, as this significantly reduces
the traction on wet roads (aquaplaning).
R Replace the tyres after six years at the lat-
est, regardless of wear. This also applies to
the emergency spare wheel/spare wheel. MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat
characteristics)
MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat char-
acteristics )allow you to continue driving the vehicle even when one or more tyres lose all
air pressure.
MOExtended tyres may only be used in con-
junction with the tyre pressure loss warning
system or with the tyre pressure monitor and
on wheels specifically tested by Mercedes-
Benz.
i
Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not
equipped with aTIREFIT kit at the factory.
It is therefore recommended that you addi-
tionally equip your vehicle with the TIREFIT
kit if you fit tyres that do not feature run-
flat properties, e.g. winter tyres. ATIREFIT
kit can be obtained from aMercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
You will find notes on driving with aflat tyre
in the "Breakdown assistance" section
(Y page 305). Winter operation
Please bear the following in mind
At the onset of winter ,have your vehicle win-
terproofed at aqualified specialist workshop,
e.g. at aMercedes-BenzS ervice Centre.
Observe the notes in the "Changing awheel"
section (Y page 323). Driving with summer tyres
At temperatures below +7 †, summer tyres
lose elasticit yand therefore traction and
brakin gpower; change the tyres on your vehi-
cle to M+S tyres .Using summer tyres at very
cold temperatures could cause tears to form,
thereby damaging the tyres permanently.
Mercedes-Benzc annot accept responsibility
for this type of damage. M+S tyres
At temperatures below +7 †, use winter tyres
or all-season tyres. Bot htype soft yrea re
identified by th eM+S marking. Winter operation
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