phone MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS SALOON 2009 User Guide

Power socket in the luggage compart-
ment (Estate) X
Lift up the cover of socket :.Mobile phone*
G
Risk of accident
Observe the legal requirements of the country
in which you are currently driving regarding
operating mobile communications equipment
in a vehicle.
If it is permitted by law to operate communi-
cations equipment while the vehicle is in
motion, you may only do so when the traffic
situation allows. Otherwise, you could be dis-
tracted from the traffic conditions, cause an
accident and injure yourself and others.
Two-way radios and fax equipment used with-
out low-reflection exterior aerials can inter-
fere with the vehicle's electronics and,
thereby, jeopardise the operating safety of
the vehicle and your safety. Therefore, you
must only use this equipment if it is correctly
connected to a separate, reflection-free, exte-
rior aerial. G
Risk of injury
Excessive electromagnetic radiation may
cause damage to your health and the health
of others. Using an exterior aerial takes into
account current scientific discussions relat-
ing to the possible health risk posed by elec-
tromagnetic fields. To ensure optimum reception quality for
mobile phones in the vehicle, and to minimise
mutual influences between the vehicle elec-
tronics and mobile phones, Mercedes-Benz
recommends the use of an approved exterior
aerial. An exterior aerial conducts the elec-
tromagnetic fields generated by a wireless
device to the exterior of the vehicle; the field
strength within the vehicle interior is lower
than in a vehicle that does not have an exte-
rior aerial.
i
There are various mobile phone brackets
that may be fitted to your vehicle; in some
cases, these are country-specific. You can
obtain these mobile phone brackets from a
qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
The functions and services available when
you use the phone depend on your mobile
phone model and service provider.
Inserting the mobile phone
X Open the telephone compartment
(Y page 189).
X Automatic vehicles without the DIRECT
SELECT selector lever*: connect the
mobile phone bracket to the preinstalled
fitting; see the separate mobile phone
bracket fitting instructions.
Automatic vehicles with the DIRECT
SELECT selector lever *:install the sliding
adapter depending on the model of the
mobile phone bracket (Y page 211).
X Insert the mobile phone into the mobile
phone bracket; see the separate mobile
phone bracket fitting instructions.
If the mobile phone is inserted in the mobile
phone bracket, you can speak to the person
you are calling using the hands-free system.
You can operate the telephone using the
6 and~ buttons on the multi-function
steering wheel. You can operate other mobile
phone functions via the on-board computer
(Y page 128). 210
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When you take the key out of the ignition lock,
the mobile phone stays on but you can no
longer use the hands-free system.
If you are making a call and you would like to
take the key out of the ignition lock, first
remove the mobile phone from the bracket.
Otherwise, the call will be ended.
Sliding adapter for the mobile phone
bracket (automatic vehicles with
DIRECT SELECT selector lever*) Certain mobile phone brackets require a slid-
ing adapter so the bracket can be installed
correctly.
:
Previous model: example of a mobile
phone bracket
; New model: example of a mobile phone
bracket
= Sliding adapter
Fitting the sliding adapter X
Insert sliding adapter :by aligning the
openings with lugs ;of contact plate =.
X Attach the mobile phone bracket to sliding
adapter :; see the separate mobile phone
bracket fitting instructions.
X Press both release buttons 4and press
sliding adapter :with the mobile phone
bracket down until it engages.
X Insert the mobile phone into the mobile
phone bracket; see the separate mobile
phone bracket fitting instructions.
Removing the sliding adapter X
Remove the mobile phone from its bracket;
see the separate mobile phone bracket fit-
ting instructions.
X Press both release buttons ;and press
sliding adapter :with the mobile phone
bracket upwards until it disengages.
X Remove the mobile phone bracket from
sliding adapter :; see the separate mobile
phone bracket fitting instructions.
X Detach sliding adapter :using suitable
tool =and remove. Garage door opener*
The remote control integrated in the rear-view
mirror allows you to operate up to three dif-
ferent door and gate systems. Features
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E 300 (example)
X
Pull oil dipstick :out of the oil dipstick
tube.
X Wipe off oil dipstick :.
X Insert oil dipstick :into the oil dipstick
tube to the stop, and take it out again.
The oil level is correct if the level is between
the minimum mark =and maximum
mark ;.
X Top up the oil if necessary.
Topping up the engine oil H
Environmental note
When topping up the oil, take care not to spill
any. Oil must not be allowed to escape into
the soil or waterways. You would otherwise be
damaging the environment. Cap (example)
X
Turn cap :anti-clockwise and remove.
X Top up with the amount of oil required
(Y page 336). i
The difference in quantity between the
minimum mark and maximum mark is
approximately 2 litres.
i On vehicles with a 4-cylinder petrol
engine and vehicles with an 8-cylinder pet-
rol engine, the difference between the MIN
mark and the MAX mark is approximately
1.5 litres.
! Do not add too much oil. If too much oil
is added and the oil level is above the max-
imum mark on the dipstick, the engine or
catalytic converter could be damaged.
Have excess oil siphoned off.
X Replace cap :on the filler neck and
tighten clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
For further information on engine oil, see
(Y page 336). Coolant
Only check the coolant level when the vehicle
is on a level surface and the engine has cooled
down.
X Turn the key to position 2(Y page 75) in
the ignition lock.
X Check the coolant temperature gauge in
the instrument cluster. G
Risk of injury
The cooling system is pressurised. Therefore,
only unscrew the cap once the engine has
cooled down. The coolant temperature gauge
must display less than 70 †. Otherwise, you
could be scalded if hot coolant escapes. Engine compartment
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X
Press the abutton.
The tyre pressure values stored at the last
restart will continue to be monitored. Tyre pressure monitor*
If a tyre pressure monitor system is fitted, the
vehicle's wheels have sensors fitted that
monitor the tyre pressures in all four tyres.
The tyre pressure monitor warns you when
the pressure drops in one or more of the
tyres. The tyre pressure monitor only func-
tions if the correct wheel electronics units are
fitted to all wheels. G
Risk of accident
The tyre pressure monitor does not warn you
of an incorrectly set tyre pressure. The table
on the inside of the fuel filler flap will help you
decide whether the tyre pressures should be
corrected.
The tyre pressure monitor is not able to warn
you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the
tyre is penetrated by a foreign object. In the
event of a sudden loss of pressure, bring the
vehicle to a halt by braking carefully. Do not
make any sudden steering movements when
doing so.
i The operation of the tyre pressure moni-
tor can be affected by interference from
radio transmitting equipment (e.g. radio
headphones, two-way radios) that may be
being operated in or near the vehicle.
Checking tyre pressure electronically X
Make sure that the key is in posi-
tion 2(Y page 75) in the ignition lock.
X Press the =or; button to select the
Service menu.
X Press the 9or: button to select
Tyre press.
X Press the abutton.
The current tyre pressure for each wheel will
be displayed in the multi-function display. If the vehicle has been parked for longer than
20 minutes or if you have not driven faster
than 25 km/h since starting the vehicle, the
following message appears:
Tyre pressures will be displayed
after a few minutes of driving
i
The tyre pressure values indicated by the
on-board computer may differ from those
measured at a filling station with a pressure
gauge. The tyre pressures shown by the on-
board computer refer to those measured at
sea level. At high altitudes, the tyre pres-
sure values indicated by a pressure gauge
are higher than those shown by the on-
board computer. In this case, do not reduce
the tyre pressures.
i After a teach-in period, the tyre pressure
monitor automatically recognises new
wheels or new sensors. As long as a clear
allocation of the tyre pressure values to the
individual wheels is not possible, the dis-
play message Tyre pressure monitor
active is shown instead of the tyre pres-
sure display. The tyre pressures are already
being monitored.
Restarting the tyre pressure monitor When you restart the tyre pressure monitor,
all existing warning messages are deleted and
the warning lamps go out. The monitor uses
the currently set tyre pressures as the speci-
fied values for monitoring.
In most cases, the tyre pressure monitor will
automatically detect the new reference val-
ues, e.g. if you have:
R
changed the tyre pressure
R changed the wheels or tyres
R fitted new wheels or tyres
i You will find the menu overview on
(Y page 120).
If you wish to define the new reference values
manually: 228
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Because of this, it is impossible to state a
mileage that will be valid under all circum-
stances. An aggressive driving style will lead
to high wear.
Tyre grip
G
Risk of accident
While the vehicle can be fully controlled at a
certain speed on dry roads, you must reduce
your speed on wet or icy roads to achieve the
same road safety. Otherwise, you could cause
an accident.
Pay particular attention to the road conditions
at temperatures around freezing point.
If ice has formed on the road surface (e.g.
from fog), a thin film of water rapidly forms on
the ice when you brake, considerably reduc-
ing tyre grip. Drive with particular care in such
weather conditions. Driving on wet roads
If water has accumulated to a certain depth
on the road surface, there is a danger of aqua-
planing occurring, even if:
R you drive at low speeds
R the tyres have adequate tread depth
For this reason, do not drive in tyre ruts, and
brake carefully. Driving on flooded roads
If you have to drive on stretches of road on
which water has collected, please bear in
mind that:
R the maximum permitted still water depth is
25 cm.
R you should drive no faster than at walking
pace.
! Bear in mind that vehicles travelling in
front or in the opposite direction create waves. This may cause the maximum per-
missible water depth to be exceeded.
Failure to observe these notes may result
in damage to the engine, electrical systems
and transmission. Driving abroad
Points to remember
An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network
is also available in other countries. The
Service Hotline's current telephone numbers
for use when you are abroad are to be found
in the "Service24h" chapter of the Service
Booklet.
Only low-octane fuel is available in certain
countries.
You can find further information about fuel
grades on (Y page 216). Symmetrical dipped beam
If your journey takes you to countries where
vehicles are driven on the opposite side of the
road to the country in which the vehicle is
registered, your headlamps must be switched
to symmetrical dipped beam. This prevents
oncoming traffic from being dazzled.
Have the headlamps converted as close as
possible to the border before driving in these
countries. When using symmetrical lights, the
edge of the carriageway is not illuminated as
widely and as far ahead as normal. Driving abroad
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Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
X XSolutions Vehicles with auto-
matic child seat recog-
nition on the front-
passenger seat*:
The
45indica-
tor lamp on the centre
console is lit. A special Mercedes-Benz child seat with automatic child seat rec-
ognition has been fitted to the front-passenger seat. The front-
passenger airbag has therefore been disabled as desired.
G
Risk of injury
There is no child seat fitted to the front-passenger seat. The auto-
matic child seat recognition* is malfunctioning.
X Remove electronic equipment from the front-passenger seat,
for example:
R
notebook
R mobile phone
R cards with transponders, e.g. ski passes or access passes
If the 45indicator lamp remains lit:
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The yellow
9Blind
Spot Assist* indicator
lamps light up in the
exterior mirrors. G
Risk of accident
Blind Spot Assist *is not active at speeds below 30 km/h. In this
case, there will be no indication if there are vehicles in the Blind
Spot Assist monitoring range.
X You must therefore pay careful attention to the traffic condi-
tions.
X Check whether a lane change can be made without risk. The red Blind Spot
Assist* warning lamp
9
is lit in one of the
exterior mirrors. G
Risk of accident
Blind Spot Assist* has detected a vehicle within the Blind Spot
Assist monitoring range.
X You must therefore pay careful attention to the traffic condi-
tions.
X Check whether a lane change can be made without risk. The red Blind Spot
Assist* warning lamp
9
flashes in one of
the exterior mirrors. A
double warning tone
also sounds. You have switched on the turn signals.
G Risk of accident
Blind Spot Assist* has detected a vehicle within the Blind Spot
Assist monitoring range.
X You must therefore pay careful attention to the traffic condi-
tions.
X Check whether a lane change can be made without risk. 280
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Retrofitting two-way radios and
mobile phones (RF transmitters)
Use the Technical Specification
ISO/TS 21609 46
implementation regulation
when retrofitting RF (radio frequency) trans-
mitters.
If your vehicle has fittings for two-way radio
equipment (e.g. taxis, hire cars or official vehi-
cles), use the power supply or aerial connec-
tions intended for use with the basic wiring.
Be sure to observe the manufacturer's addi-
tional instructions when installing the fittings.
! Damage resulting from installation work
that has not been carried out correctly is
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz implied
warranty.
To ensure correct installation, Mercedes-
Benz recommends having this work done
at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Transmission output Transmission output at the aerial base must
not exceed the maximum values below. Waveband Maximum trans-
mission 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 900/AMPS 10 W
GSM 1800 10 W
UMTS 10 W Aerial positions
The following aerial positions may be used if
RF transmitters have been properly installed:
Aerial positions, Saloon
:
Front roof area (vehicles with sliding/tilt-
ing sunroof*: observe the roof's sweep)
(vehicles with panorama sliding roof*: this
area is not authorised for use)
; Rear roof area (vehicles with panorama
sliding sunroof*: this area is not author-
ised for use)
= Rear mudguard (recommended installa-
tion position: on the side which faces the
centre of the road)
? Boot lid
46 ISO/TS 21609 – Technical Specification for Road Vehicles -- (EMC) guidelines for installation of aftermarket
radio frequency transmitting equipment. Vehicle electronics
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