towing MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS CABRIOLET 2015 Owner's Guide

Stowage areas
Loading guidelines
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WARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip
over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle
occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when braking or abruptly changing directions.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey. G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust
gases can enter the vehicle interior if the boot
lid is open when the engine is running, espe-
cially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the boot lid. Never drive with the boot lid
open. G
WARNING
The exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim can
become very hot. If you come into contact
with these parts of the vehicle, you could burn
yourself. There is a risk of injury.
Always be particularly careful around the
exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow
these components to cool down before touch-
ing them.
The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle
are dependent on the distribution of the load
within the vehicle. For this reason, you should
observe the following notes when transporting a
load:
R never exceed the maximum permissible gross
vehicle weight or the permissible axle loads
for the vehicle (including occupants).
R the boot is the preferred place to store
objects.
R position heavy loads as far forwards as pos-
sible and as low down in the boot as possible. R
the load must not protrude above the upper
edge of the seat backrests.
R always place the load against the rear or front
seat backrests. Make sure that the seat
backrests are securely locked into place.
R always place the load behind unoccupied
seats if possible.
R use the lashing eyelets and the luggage nets
to transport loads and luggage.
R only use lashing eyelets and fastening com-
ponents that are suitable for the weight and
size of the load.
R secure the load with sufficiently strong and
wear-resistant lashing material. Pad sharp
edges for protection.
i Load restraints are available at any qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre. Stowage compartments
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In
addition, cupholders, open stowage spaces
and mobile phone brackets cannot always
retain all objects they contain. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden
braking or a sudden change in direction.
R Always stow objects so that they cannot be
thrown around in such situations.
R Always make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or
stowage nets.
R Close the lockable stowage spaces before
starting a journey.
R Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-
ted, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in
the boot.
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 272).272
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Glove compartment
X
To open: pull handle :and open glove com-
partment flap ;.
X To close: fold glove compartment flap ;
upwards until it engages.
i The glove compartment can be ventilated
(Y page 136). The glove compartment can only be locked and
unlocked using the emergency key element.
X To lock: insert the emergency key element
into the lock and turn it 90° clockwise to
position 2.
X To unlock: insert the emergency key element
into the lock and turn it 90° anti-clockwise to
position 1. Stowage compartments in the centre
console Front stowage compartment (vehicles with
DIRECT SELECT lever)
X To open: slide the cover forwards by han-
dle :in the direction of the arrow until it
engages.
X To close: briefly press the front of handle :. Rear stowage compartment (vehicles with
DIRECT SELECT lever)
X Briefly press trim ;in the direction of the
arrow.
Cover :swings upwards. Vehicles with manual transmission Stowage areas
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Skibag
Unfolding the skibag and loading skis G
WARNING
The skibag in conjunction with the lashing
straps cannot restrain any objects other than skis.
Vehicle occupants could be struck in the
event of sudden braking or an accident, for
instance, if you:
R transport other heavy or sharp-edged
objects in the skibag
R do not secure the skibag with the lashing
straps
There is a risk of accident and injury.
Store only skis in the skibag. Always secure
the skibag with the lashing straps so that it
cannot move around.
X Make sure that the roof and the boot cover
are closed. X
Fold down the rear seat armrest.
X Pull handle :and fold cover ;downwards. X
Pull skibag :into the vehicle interior and
unfold it.
X Open the boot lid. X
Push button :downwards.
The flap opens downwards.
X Slide the skis into the skibag from the boot. X
Pull strap :tight by the loose end until the
skis are held firmly inside the skibag. X
Engage hook :in securing ring ;.
X Pull the strap tight by the loose end. Stowage areas
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Removing the skis and folding up the
skibag X
Loosen the two straps.
X Remove hook :from securing ring ;.
X Take the skis out of the skibag.
X Close the flap in the boot.
X Smooth out the skibag and fold it up.
X Put the skibag into the backrest.
X Fold the cover back up.
i You should always close the flap in the boot
if you do not require the skibag. This will pre-
vent unauthorised access to the boot from
the vehicle interior. Through-loading facility in the rear
compartment
X
Fold down the rear seat armrest.
X Pull handle :and fold cover ;downwards.
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 272). Securing a load
Lashing eyelets General notes
Observe the following notes on securing loads:
R observe the loading guidelines (Y page 272).
R secure the load using the lashing eyelets.
R distribute the load on the lashing eyelets
evenly.
R do not use elastic straps or nets to secure a
load. These are only intended as an anti-slip
protection for light loads.
R do not route lashing materials across sharp
edges or corners.
R pad sharp edges for protection.
Boot Lashing eyelets
:
Bag hook G
WARNING
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects
or items of luggage. Objects or items of lug-
gage could be flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly
changing directions. There is a risk of injury.
Only hang light objects on the bag hooks.
Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile
objects on the bag hooks.
! The bag hook can bear a maximum load of
3 kg. Do not use it to secure a load. 276
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Bag hook Stowage well under the boot floor
! Remove the handle again before closing the
boot lid and snap it in tightly to prevent the
handle flap from protruding. Otherwise, you
could damage the handle. The TIREFIT kit, the vehicle tool kit, etc. are
located in the stowage compartment.
X To open: pull handle :up. Features
Cup holders
Important safety notes Vehicles with manual transmission:
G
WARNING
The cup holder cannot secure a drinks con-
tainer in place during a journey. If you use a
cup holder during a journey, the drinks con-
tainer could be flung around and liquid could
be spilt. Vehicle occupants could come into contact with the liquid and, in particular, be
scalded by hot liquid. You could be distracted
from the traffic situation and lose control of
the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident and
injury.
Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is
stationary. Only place containers of a suitable size in the cup holder. Seal the container, in
particular when it contains hot liquid.
! Only use the cup holders for containers of
the right size and which have lids. The drinks
could otherwise spill. G
WARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In
addition, cupholders, open stowage spaces
and mobile phone brackets cannot always
retain all objects they contain. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden
braking or a sudden change in direction.
R Always stow objects so that they cannot be
thrown around in such situations.
R Always make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or
stowage nets.
R Close the lockable stowage spaces before
starting a journey.
R Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-
ted, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in
the boot.
! Do not expose drinks bottles in the cup
holder in the centre console to continuous,
strong and direct sunlight. The passenger
compartment in the area of the centre con-
sole can otherwise be damaged by the con-
centrated and reflected sunlight.
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 272). Features
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Cup holders in the front centre console
Vehicles with manual transmission
:
Cup holders
; Cover
X To open: slide cover ;back. Vehicles with automatic transmission
You can remove the rubber mat of the cup
holder to clean it. Wash it with clean, lukewarm
water only.
X To open: open the stowage compartment
(Y page 273).
Cup holder ;opens.
X To close: press stowage compartment
cover :down until it engages. Removing/fitting the cup holder in the
centre console (vehicles with manual
transmission) Removing
X
Prise groove ;away carefully on the front-
passenger side using a suitable tool until lug
= becomes visible.
X Pull the cup holder upwards slightly to the
stop.
X Prise groove :away carefully on the driver's
side using a suitable tool. At the same time,
pull the cup holder upwards slightly to the
stop.
X Prise groove on driver's side :and front-
passenger side ;away alternately. When
doing so, lift the cup holder upwards until it
can be removed.
Fitting X
Insert left-hand and right-hand grooves ;of
the cup holder into side-mounted springs =.
Insert the cup holder so that the wedge of the upper section of cup holder :faces for-
wards.
X Press the cup holder downwards until it
engages on the front-passenger side. 278
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Cup holder in the rear stowage box
X
To open: slide front cup holder cover ;and
rear cup holder cover :in the direction of
the arrows. Sun visors
Overview :
Mirror light
; Retainer
= Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket
? Vanity mirror
A Mirror cover
Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light
:only functions if the sun visor is
clipped into retainer ;and mirror cover Ahas
been folded up.
Glare from the side X
Fold down the sun visor.
X Pull the sun visor out of retainer ;.
X Swing the sun visor to the side. Ashtray
Front ashtray !
The stowage space under the ashtray is not
heat resistant. Before placing lit cigarettes in the ashtray, make sure that the ashtray is
properly engaged. Otherwise, the stowage
space could be damaged. Example: vehicles with automatic transmission
X To open: slide cover :forwards until it
engages.
X To remove the insert: hold insert=by the
ribbing at the sides and lift it up ;and out.
X To refit the insert: press insert=into the
holder until it engages.
X To close: briefly press cover :at the front.
The cover retracts.
You can remove the ashtray insert and use the
resulting compartment for stowage.
Rear-compartment ashtray Features
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X
To open: pull cover ;out by its top edge.
X To remove the insert: press release button
= and lift the insert up and out.
X To fit the insert: fit insert:into the holder
from above and press down into the holder
until it engages. Cigarette lighter
Important safety notes G
WARNING
You can burn yourself if you touch the hot
heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter.
In addition, flammable materials can ignite if:
R the hot cigarette lighter falls
R a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, for example
There is a risk of fire and injury.
Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob.
Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is
out of reach of children. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Your attention must always be focused on the
traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette lighter when road and traffic conditions permit.
Cigarette lighter in the front compart-
ment Example: vehicles with automatic transmission X
Turn the key to position 2in the ignition lock
(Y page 139).
X To open: slide cover :forwards until it
engages.
X Press in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ;will pop out automatically
when the heating element is red-hot.
X To close: briefly press cover :at the front.
The cover retracts. 12 V sockets
General notes X
Turn the key to position 1in the ignition lock
(Y page 139).
The sockets can be used for accessories with a
maximum draw of 180 W(15 A). Accessories
include such items as mobile phone chargers.
If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off, the battery may dis-
charge.
An emergency cut-off ensures that the on-boardvoltage does not drop too low. If the on-board
voltage is too low, the power to the sockets is
automatically cut. This ensures that there is suf-
ficient power to start the engine.
Socket in the front centre console Example: vehicles with automatic transmission
X To open: slide cover :forwards until it
engages.
X Lift up the cover of socket ;.
X To close: briefly press cover :at the front.
The cover retracts. 280
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Socket in the rear-compartment centre
console X
Pull cover ;out by its top edge.
X Lift up the cover of socket :.
A socket is fitted in the centre console in the
rear compartment on vehicles with an ashtray
and a cigarette lighter. Mercedes-Benz emergency call sys-
tem
Information on these requirements can be found
in the separate multimedia system operating
instructions. X
To open: press cover :for at least one sec-
ond.
X To make an emergency call: press SOS but-
ton ;briefly.
The indicator lamp in SOS button ;flashes
until the emergency call is concluded.
X Wait for a voice connection to the Mercedes-
Benz emergency call centre.
X After the emergency call, close cover :.You will see a message if:
R a connection to the Mercedes-Benz emer-
gency call centre cannot be made
R a call has not been automatically forwarded
to the public emergency call centre
In this case, dial the 112emergency number
on your mobile phone.
You can find more information on the Mercedes- Benz emergency call system in the separate
multimedia system operating instructions. Mobile phone
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Operating mobile communications equip-
ment while driving distracts you from paying
attention to traffic conditions. This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There
is a risk of an accident.
Use this device only when the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when
operating mobile communications equipment in the vehicle.
If it is permitted by law to operate communica-
tions equipment while the vehicle is in motion,
you may only do so if the traffic situation per-
mits. You may otherwise be distracted from the
traffic conditions, cause an accident and injure
yourself and others.
Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation
may cause damage to your health and to the
health of others. The use of an exterior aerial
takes into consideration the scientific discus-
sion surrounding the possible health risk posed
by electromagnetic fields.
Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an
approved exterior aerial. This ensures:
R optimal mobile phone reception quality in the
vehicle
R that mutual interference between the vehicle
electronics and mobile phones is minimised Features
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The garage door opener is only available for cer-
tain countries. Observe the legal requirements
for each individual country.
The HomeLink ®
garage door opener is compat-
ible with most European garage and gate opener
drives. More information on HomeLink ®
and/or
compatible products is available:
R at a qualified specialist workshop
R via the HomeLink ®
Hotline
(0) 08000 466 354 65 or alternatively
+49 (0) 6838 907-277
R on the Internet at http://www.homelink.com
Important safety notes G
WARNING
When you operate or program the garage door with the integrated garage door opener, per-
sons in the range of movement of the garage
door can become trapped or struck by the
garage door. There is a risk of injury.
When using the integrated garage door
opener, always make sure that nobody is
within the range of movement of the garage
door. G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces with-
out sufficient ventilation.
Programming Programming buttons
Pay attention to the "Important safety notes"
(Y page 283). Garage door remote control
Ais not included
with the integrated garage door opener.
X Turn the key to position 2in the ignition lock
(Y page 139).
X Select one of buttons ;to? to control the
garage door drive.
X To start programming mode: press and
hold one of buttons ;to? of the integrated
garage door opener.
The garage door opener is now in program-
ming mode. After a short time, indicator
lamp :begins to light up yellow.
Indicator lamp :lights up yellow immedi-
ately the first time button ;,=or? is pro-
grammed. If the selected button has already
been programmed, indicator lamp :lights
up yellow after ten seconds have elapsed.
X Release button ;,=or?. Indicator
lamp :flashes yellow.
X To program the remote control: point
garage door remote control Atowards but-
tons ;to? on the rear-view mirror at a dis-
tance of 5 to 20 cm.
X Press and hold button Bon remote control
A until indicator lamp :lights up green.
When indicator lamp :lights up green: pro-
gramming is finished.
When indicator lamp :flashes green: pro-
gramming was successful. The next step is to
synchronise the rolling code (Y page 284).
X Release button Bof remote control Aof the
garage door drive.
If indicator lamp :lights up red: repeat the
programming process for the corresponding
button on the rear-view mirror. When doing
so, vary the distance between remote control A and the rear-view mirror.
The required distance between remote con-
trol Aand the integrated garage door opener
depends on the garage door drive system. Features
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