transmission MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS ESTATE 2011 Manual PDF

X
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
(Y page 125).
X Leave the key in position 2in the ignition
lock.
i Whe ntowing with the hazard warning
lamps switched on, use the combination
switch as usual to signal achange of direc-
tion. In this case, only the turn signals for
the desired direction flash. When the com-
bination switch is reset, the hazard warning
lamps start flashing again. Transporting the vehicle
The towing eyes or trailer tow hitch can be
used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or trans-
porter if you wish to transport it.
X Vehicles with manual transmission:
shift to neutral.
X Vehicles with automatic transmission:
turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock.
X Shift the automatic transmission to posi-
tion N.
As soon as the vehicle is loaded:
X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by
applying the parking brake.
X Vehicles with manual transmission:
shift to first gear or reverse gear.
X Vehicles with automatic transmission:
shift the automatic transmission to posi-
tion P.
X Turn the key in the ignition lock to position
0and remove the key from the ignition
lock.
X Secure the vehicle.
! Only lash the vehicle down by the wheels
or wheel rims, not by parts of the vehicle
such as axle or steering components. Oth-
erwise, the vehicle could be damaged. Notes for 4MATIC vehicles
! Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed
with the front or rear axle raised; otherwise,
the transmission may be damaged.
If the vehicle has transmission damage or
damage to the front or rear axle, have it trans-
ported on a transporter or trailer.
In the event of damage to the electrical
system
If the battery is defective, the automatic
transmission will be locked in position P. To
shift the automatic transmission to position
N, you must provide power to the vehicle's
electrical system in the same way as when
jump-starting (Y page 354).
Have the vehicle transported on a transporter
or trailer. Tow-starting (emergency engine
starting)
When tow-starting, it is important that you
observe the safety instructions (Y page 355)
and the legal requirements in each respective
country.
! Vehicles with automatic transmission
must not be tow-started. The transmission
may otherwise be damaged.
You can find information on "Jump-starting"
at (Y page 354).
Before tow-starting the following conditions
must be fulfilled:
R the battery is connected.
R the engine has cooled down.
R the catalytic converters have cooled down.
X Switch on the hazard warning lamps
(Y page 125).
X Fit the towing eye (Y page 356).
X Secure the rigid towing bar or the towing
rope.
X Depress and hold the brake pedal.
X Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock. 358
Towing and tow-startingBreakdown assistance

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Environmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. For these, the same war-
ranty applies as for new parts.
Always specify the vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN) (Y page 382) and the engine num-
ber (Y page 383) when ordering genuine
Mercedes-Ben zparts. Vehicle electronics
Tampering with the engine electron-
ics
G
WARNING
Always have work on the engine electronics
and related components carried out at a quali-
fied specialist workshop. Otherwise, the vehi-
cle's operating safety could be affected.
! Only have work carried out on the engine
electronics and its associated parts, such
as control units, sensors and connector
leads, at a qualified specialist workshop.
Vehicle components may otherwise wear
more quickly and the vehicle's operating
permit may be invalidated. Retrofitting of two-way radios and
mobile phones (RF transmitters)
Use the Technical Specification
ISO/TS 21609 41
implementation regulation
when retrofitting RF (radio frequency) trans-
mitters.
If your vehicle has fittings for two-way radio
equipment, use the power supply or aerial
connections intended for use with the basic
wiring. Be sure to observe the manufacturer's
additional instructions when installing. !
Have aftermarket radio frequency trans-
mitting equipmen tinstalled at a qualified
specialist workshop.
The transmission outpu tatthe aerial base
must not exceed the maximum values below. Waveband Maximum
transmission
output (PEAK) Short wave (f < 54 MHz) 100 W
4 m waveband 30 W
2 m waveband 50 W
trunked radio/Tetra 35 W
70 cm waveband 35 W
GSM/DCS/PCS
850/900/1800/1900 10 W
UMTS/LTE 10 W
The following aerial positions may be used if
RF transmitters have been properly installed:
Saloon
:
Front roof area 42, 43
; Rear roof area 43
= Rear wing 44
? Boot lid
41 ISO/TS 21609 –Technical Specification for Road Vehicles (EMC) guidelines for installation of aftermarket
radio frequency transmitting equipment.
42 Vehicles with a sliding sunroof: observe the roof's sweep.
43 Vehicles with a panorama sliding sunroof: this area is not permitted.
44 Recommended installation position: on the side which faces the centre of the road. Vehicle electronics
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Example: vehicle identification plate
:
Vehicle identificatio nplate
; Vehicle manufacturer (Daimler AG)
= EU type approval number (only for certain
countries)
? Vehicle identification number (VIN)
A Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight (kg)
B Maximum permissible mass of vehicle/
trailer combination (kg)
C Maximum permissible front axle load (kg)
D Maximum permissible rear axle load (kg)
E Paint code Vehicle identification number (VIN)
In additio nto being stamped on the vehicle
identification plate, the vehicle identification
number (VIN) is also stamped onto the vehicle
body.
It is located on the floor in front of the right-
hand front seat. X
Slide the right-hand front seat to its rear-
most position.
X Fold floor covering :upwards.
You will see vehicle identification number
(VIN) ;. Engine number
The engine number is stamped into the crank-
case. More information can be obtained from
any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Service products and capacities
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
When handling, storing and disposing of any
service products, please observe the relevant
regulations, as you could otherwise endanger
yourself and others.
Keep service products away from children.
To protect your health, do not allow service
products to come into contact with your eyes
or open wounds. See a doctor immediately if
any service product is swallowed. H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally-responsible manner.
Service products include the following:
R fuels (e.g. petrol, diesel)
R additives for exhaust gas aftertreatment,
e.g. AdBlue ®
R lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R coolant
R brake fluid
R windscreen washer fluid
R climate control system refrigerant
Components and service products must be
matched. Mercedes-Benz recommends that
you use products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz. They are listed in this Service products and capacities
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E 300 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY
Unladen weight
,Saloon 1815 kg
Unladen weight, Estate
1920 kg
E 350 BlueEFFICIENCY
Vehicle height, Saloon
1472 mm
Vehicle height, Estate
1515 mm
Unladen weight, Saloon
1735 kg
Unladen weight, Estate
1845 kg
E 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY
Vehicle height, Saloon
1474 mm
Vehicle height, Estate
1517 mm
Unladen weight, Saloon
1825 kg
Unladen weight, Estate
1925 kg
E 500 BlueEFFICIENCY
Vehicle height, Saloon
1454 mm
Vehicle height, Estate
1513 mm
Unladen weight, Saloon
1940 kg
Unladen weight, Estate
2030 kg
E 500 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY
Vehicle height, Saloon
1458 mm
Vehicle height, Estate
1518 mm
Unladen weight, Saloon
1985 kg
Unladen weight, Estate
2075 kg E 63 AMG
Vehicle length, Saloon
(ECE)
4887 mm
Vehicle length, Estate
(ECE)
4914 mm
Vehicle width including
exterior mirrors
2071 mm
Vehicle width excluding
exterior mirrors
1854 mm
Vehicle height, Saloon
1440 mm
Vehicle height, Estate
1499 mm
Wheelbase
2874 mm
Unladen weight, Saloon
1840 kg
Unladen weight, Estate
1945 kg
Maximum roof load
100 kg
Maximum boot load,
Saloon
100 kg
Maximum boot load,
Estate
250 kg
E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Vehicle height, Saloon
1471 mm
Vehicle height, Estate
1515 mm
Unladen weight, manual
transmission
,Saloon 1720 kg
Unladen weight, manual
transmission
,Estate 1825 kg
Unladen weight, auto-
matic transmission,
Saloon
1735 kg
Unladen weight, auto-
matic transmission,
Estate
1845 kgVehicle data
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Trailer loads
i The E63A MG model cannot be used to tow a trailer. Permissible trailer load, braked
52 Saloon Estate
Manual trans-
mission Automatic
transmission Manual trans-
mission Automatic
transmission E 200
53 1700 kg 1900 kg 1900 kg 2100 kg
E 250
53 – 1900 kg – 2100 kg
E 300
54 –
–
55 –
–
55 E 300
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 300 4MATIC
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 350
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 350 4MATIC
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 500
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 500 4MATIC
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 200 CDI
53 1900 kg 1900 kg 1900 kg 2100 kg
E 220 CDI
53 1900 kg 2000 kg 1900 kg 2100 kg
E 250 CDI
53 1900 kg 2000 kg 1900 kg 2100 kg
E 250 CDI 4MATIC
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 300 CDI
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 350 CDI
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 350 CDI 4MATIC
53 – 2100 kg – 2100 kg
E 350 BlueTEC
– 2100 kg – 2100 kg
52
At a minimum gradient-climbing capability of 12 % from a standstill.
53 BlueEFFICIENCY
54 Only available in certain countries.
55 Missing values for the E300 model were not available at the time of going to print. 396
Trailer tow hitchTechnical data

All models
56 Permissible traile
rload ,unbraked 750 kg
Maximum drawbar noseweight
57 84 kg
Permissible rear axle load when towing
atrailer Saloon Estate
Manual trans-
mission Automatic
transmission Manual trans-
mission Automatic
transmission E 200
58 1265 kg 1265 kg 1465 kg 1465 kg
E 250
58 – 1265 kg – 1465 kg
E 300
59 –
–
60 –
–
60 E 300
58 – 1335 kg – 1505 kg
E 300 4MATIC
58 – 1340 kg – 1515 kg
E 350
58 – 1335 kg – 1505 kg
E 350 4MATIC
58 – 1355 kg – 1520 kg
E 500
58 – 1445 kg – 1560 kg
E 500 4MATIC
58 – 1405 kg – 1520 kg
E 200 CDI
58 1265 kg 1265 kg 1480 kg 1480 kg
E 220 CDI
58 1265 kg 1265 kg 1480 kg 1480 kg
E 250 CDI
58 1265 kg 1265 kg 1480 kg 1480 kg
E 250 CDI 4MATIC
58 – 1325 kg – 1500 kg
E 300 CDI
58 – 1350 kg – 1520 kg
E 350 CDI
58 – 1350 kg – 1520 kg
E 350 CDI 4MATIC
58 – 1345 kg – 1515 kg
E 350 BlueTEC
– 1265 kg – 1550 kg
56
Except E 300 model.
57 The drawbar noseweigh tis not included in the trailer load.
58 BlueEFFICIENCY
59 Only available in certain countries.
60 Missing values for the E300 model were not available at the time of going to print. Trailer tow hitch
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