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Removing the towing eye
X Take the wheel wrench from the vehicle
tool kit (Y page 249).
X Insert the wheel wrench handle into the
towing eye and turn it anti-clockwise.
X Unscrew the towing eye.
X Replace the cover and press it until it
engages.
X Return the towing eye and the wheel
wrench to the vehicle tool kit. Transporting the vehicle
The towing eyes or trailer coupling* can be
used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or trans-
porter if you wish to transport it.
! Only secure the vehicle by the wheels or
wheel rims, not by parts of the vehicle such
as axle or steering components. Otherwise,
the vehicle could be damaged.
Vehicles with manual transmission X
Shift to neutral.
Vehicles with automatic transmission* X
Turn the key to position 2(Y page 75) in
the ignition lock.
X Move the transmission to position N.Fuses
Notes on changing fuses
The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down
faulty circuits. If a fuse blows, all the compo-
nents on the circuit and their functions will
fail.
Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of
the same rating, which you can recognise by
the colour and value. The fuse ratings are lis-
ted in the fuse allocation chart. A Mercedes- Benz Service Centre will be happy to advise
you. G
Risk of fire
Only use fuses that have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the
required fuse rating for the systems con-
cerned. Do not attempt to repair or bridge
faulty fuses. A circuit overload could other-
wise cause a fire. Have the cause traced and
rectified at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the
cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
! Only use fuses that have been approved
for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which
have the correct fuse rating for the system
concerned. Otherwise, components or sys-
tems could be damaged.
The fuses are located in various fuse boxes:
R fuse box in the engine compartment on the
driver's side
R fuse box in the boot/luggage compartment
on the right-hand side of the vehicle
Fuse allocation chart The fuse allocation chart is located with the
vehicle tool kit (Y
page 249) in the stowage
compartment under the boot/luggage com-
partment floor. Before changing a fuse
X Park the vehicle.
X Switch off all electrical consumers.
X Remove the key from the ignition lock. Fuse box in the engine compartment
X Make sure that the windscreen wipers are
turned off. Fuses
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Notes on the technical data
.............330
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts .........330
Vehicle electronics ...........................330
Vehicle identification plates ............332
Service products and capacities .....333
Vehicle data, E 200 CGI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY ............................................... 339
Vehicle data, E 250 CGI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY ............................................... 339
Vehicle data, E 300 ...........................340
Vehicle data, E 350 ...........................340
Vehicle data, E 350 4MATIC .............341
Vehicle data, E 350 CGI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY ............................................... 341
Vehicle data, E 500 ...........................342
Vehicle data, E 500 4MATIC .............343Vehicle data, E 63 AMG
....................343
Vehicle data, E 200 CDI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY ............................................... 344
Vehicle data, E 220 CDI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY ............................................... 344
Vehicle data, E 220 CDI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY (Belgium) .............................. 345
Vehicle data, E 250 CDI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY ............................................... 345
Vehicle data, E 350 CDI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY ............................................... 346
Vehicle data, E 350 CDI 4MATIC
BlueEFFICIENCY ................................ 347
Vehicle data, E 350 BlueTEC ............347
Tailgate opening dimensions ...........348
Tyres and wheels .............................. 348
Trailer coupling* ............................... 356
Frequencies for garage door open-
ers* .................................................... 359
24-GHz radar sensor system (coun-
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Notes on the technical data
i The technical data was determined in
accordance with EC Directives. All data
applies to the vehicle's standard equip-
ment. Therefore, the data may differ for
vehicles with optional equipment. You can
obtain further information from a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
You can find the current technical data on the
Internet at: www.mercedes-benz.com Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and con-
version parts and accessories which have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to evaluate other parts. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles, even if they have been independently or
officially approved.
In Germany and some other countries, certain
parts are only officially approved for installa-
tion or modification if they comply with legal
requirements. All genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts meet this requirement. The use of non-
approved parts may invalidate the vehicle's
general operating permit. This is the case if:
R they cause a change of the vehicle type
from that for which the vehicle's general
operating permit was granted.
R other road users could be endangered.
R the emission or noise levels are adversely
affected.
The use of non-approved parts could affect
your vehicle's operating safety. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz recommends genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts and conversion parts
and accessories that have been approved for
your vehicle. H
Environmental note
Daimler also supplies reconditioned assem-
blies and parts which are of the same quality
as new parts. For these, the same warranty
applies as for new parts.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and approved
conversion parts and accessories are availa-
ble from Mercedes-Benz Service Centres.
There, you can also receive advice about tech-
nical modifications and have the parts pro-
fessionally fitted.
Always specify the vehicle identification num-
ber and engine number when ordering genu-
ine Mercedes-Benz parts. You will find these
numbers on your vehicle's identification
plates, for example (Y page 332). Vehicle electronics
Tampering with the engine electron-
ics
G
Risk of accident
Only have work on the engine electronics and
related components carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop which has the necessary
specialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. Otherwise, the vehicle’s
roadworthiness could be affected.
! Only have maintenance work on the
engine electronics and its associated parts,
such as control units, sensors and connec-
tor leads, performed at a qualified special-
ist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre. Otherwise, vehicle components
may wear more quickly and your vehicle's
warranty and operating permit may be inva-
lidated. 330
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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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Aerial positions, Estate
:
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
= Rear mudguard (recommended installa-
tion position: on the side which faces the
centre of the road) G
Risk of accident
Incorrect retrofitting of RF transmitters can
cause the vehicle electronics to malfunction,
impair the vehicle's operating safety and,
thus, also impair your own safety.
To ensure correct installation, Mercedes-
Benz recommends having this work done at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or at a quali-
fied specialist workshop. G
Risk of injury
Improper installation of RF transmitters can
lead to increased electromagnetic radiation in
the vehicle interior. Using an exterior aerial
takes into account current scientific discus-
sions relating to the possible health hazards
that may result from electromagnetic fields.
To ensure correct installation, Mercedes-
Benz recommends having this work done at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or at a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
Deviations with respect to aerial locations,
output and frequencies must be approved by
Mercedes-Benz. Other aerial positions
There is no restriction for aerial positions in
the outer area of the vehicle for these wave-
bands: trunked radio/Tetra, 70 cm wave-
band, GSM 900/AMPS, GSM 1800 and
UMTS.
Legal provisions for fittings must be
observed.
RF transmitters with a maximum transmis-
sion output of 100 mW (PEAK) may be used
in the vehicle without restrictions.
!
The operating permit may be invalidated
if the instructions for installation and use of
RF transmitters are not observed, e.g.
approved wavebands, maximum output
and aerial positions on the vehicle. Vehicle identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) and
paint code number
The vehicle identification plate is located on
the side of the door frame on the right-hand
side. X
Open the front right-hand door.
You will see vehicle identification plate :.332
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Vehicle identification plate illustration
:
Vehicle identification plate
; Vehicle manufacturer
= EU type approval number
? Vehicle identification number (VIN)
A Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight
B Maximum permissible towing weight
C Maximum permissible front axle load
D Maximum permissible rear axle load
E Paint code Vehicle identification number (VIN)
In addition to 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 on the crank-
case. More information can be obtained from
any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Service products and capacities
Service products include the following:
R fuels (e.g. petrol, diesel)
R exhaust gas aftertreatment additive
(AdBlue ®
)
R lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R coolant
R brake fluid
R windscreen washer concentrate
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only
use products which have been tested and
specially approved by Mercedes-Benz for
your vehicle and which are listed in this
Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the rele-
vant chapter since:
R parts and service products are matched.
R damage caused by the use of non-approved
service products is not covered by the
implied warranty.
You can recognise service products approved
by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscrip-
tion on the containers:
R MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
R MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51)
Other designations or recommendations that
relate to a level of quality or a specification in
accordance with an MB Sheet number (such Service products and capacities
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as MB 229.5) have not necessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. G
Risk of injury
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. Fuel
G
Risk of explosion
Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames
and smoking are therefore prohibited when
handling fuels.
Before refuelling, turn off the engine and the
auxiliary heating *. G
Risk of injury
Do not allow fuel to come into contact with
skin or clothing.
Allowing fuels to come into direct contact with
your skin or inhaling fuel vapours is damaging
to your health. Tank capacity Total capacity
E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
(Belgium)
E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY 59 l
E 63 AMG 66 l
Total capacity
All other models 80 l
Reserve fuel in
E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
(Belgium)
E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Approx-
imately 8 l Reserve fuel in all other
models Approx-
imately 9 l !
Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a
diesel engine. Do not use diesel to refuel
vehicles with a petrol engine. Never mix
diesel with petrol. Even small amounts of
the wrong fuel result in damage to the
injection system. Damage resulting from
adding the wrong fuel is not covered by the
implied warranty.
Further information on refuelling and on
fuels (Y page 216)
Notes on fuel consumption The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in
the following situations:334
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R
at very low temperatures
R in urban traffic
R on short trips
R when towing a trailer
R in mountainous terrain
i Only for certain countries: the respective
current consumption and emission values
of your vehicle can be found in the COC
papers (EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORM-
ITY). These documents are supplied when
the vehicle is delivered.
The consumption figures for vehicles falling
under the EURO4 standard have been
determined in accordance with EU Direc-
tive 80 /1268 /EEC while figures for vehi-
cles falling under the EURO5 standard have
been determined in accordance with Reg-
ulation (EC) No. 715 / 2007, in each case
based on the currently applicable version.
The values do not refer to a specific vehicle.
Deviations from these values may occur
under normal operating conditions.
! Do not use any special additives, as they
can cause malfunctions and engine dam-
age. Damage resulting from the use of such
additives is not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz implied warranty. H
Environmental note
CO 2(carbon dioxide) is the gas which scien-
tists believe to be principally responsible for
global warming (the greenhouse effect). Your
vehicle's CO 2emissions are directly related to
fuel consumption and therefore depend on:
R efficient use of the fuel by the engine
R driving style
R other non-technical factors, such as envi-
ronmental influences or road conditions
You can minimise your vehicle's CO 2emis-
sions by driving carefully and having it serv-
iced regularly. AdBlue
®
i For BlueTEC vehicles only.
AdBlue ®
is a non-flammable, non-toxic, col-
ourless and odourless water-soluble fluid.
! Only use AdBlue ®
compliant with ISO
22241. The use of special additives is not
permitted.
! Surfaces, such as carpets or paintwork,
which come into contact with AdBlue ®
while refilling should be rinsed immediately
with plenty of water. Immediately after
spilling, remove AdBlue ®
using a damp
cloth and cold water. If AdBlue ®
has
already crystallised, use a sponge and hot
water to clean it off. AdBlue ®
residues crys-
tallise after a certain period of time and soil
the affected surfaces.
High outside temperatures If AdBlue
®
is heated to above 50 † for an
extended period of time, e.g. as a result of
direct sunlight on the AdBlue ®
tank,
AdBlue ®
may decompose. Ammonia vapours
develop as a result. G
Risk of injury
Ammonia vapours may escape if the
AdBlue ®
tank cap is opened at high tempera-
tures. Ammonia vapours have a pungent
odour and are particularly irritating to the
skin, to mucous membranes and to the eyes.
You may experience a burning sensation in
your eyes, nose and throat, as well as cough-
ing and watering of the eyes.
Do not inhale ammonia vapours.
Low outside temperatures AdBlue
®
freezes at a temperature of approx-
imately –11 †. The vehicle is equipped with
an AdBlue ®
preheating system at the factory.
Winter operation is therefore also guaranteed
at temperatures below –11 †. Service products and capacities
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Special additives
!
Only use AdBlue ®
compliant with ISO
22241. Do not add any special additives to
AdBlue ®
and do not dilute it with water.
Doing so can destroy the BlueTEC ®
exhaust
gas aftertreatment system.
Damage resulting from the use of such
additives or from water is not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz implied warranty.
Purity The purity of AdBlue
®
is particularly important
for avoiding malfunctions in the exhaust gas
aftertreatment system.
If AdBlue ®
is pumped out of the AdBlue ®
tank,
e.g. during repair work, it must not be
returned to the tank again as the purity of the
fluid can no longer be guaranteed.
! Impurities in AdBlue ®
(e. g. due to other
service products, cleaning agents or dust)
result in increased emission values, system
malfunctions, catalytic converter damage
or engine damage. Vehicle model Total capacity of
the AdBlue ®
tank E 350 BlueTEC 24.5 l
Engine oil
Only Mercedes-Benz approved engine oils
may be used in Mercedes-Benz engines.
A list of the engine oils tested and approved
in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Spec-
ifications for Service Products can be called
up by visiting http://bevo.daimler.com and
entering the MB Sheet number. Further infor-
mation on tested and approved engine oils
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre. Engine oils which have been
approved by Mercedes-Benz have the MB
Sheet number indicated on the oil container
under the "MB approval" notice. The table
shows which MB Sheet number applies to
which engine: E 200 CGI BlueEFFI-
CIENCY
E 250 CGI BlueEFFI- CIENCY E 300
47
E 350 47
E 350 4MATIC
E 350 CGI BlueEFFI- CIENCY
E 500
E 500 4MATIC E 63 AMG
48 MB Sheet number
229.3, 229.5,
229.51 229.3, 229.5 mm 229.5
47
Only for certain countries.
48 Restriction: only SAE 0W-40 engine oils may be used. 336
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E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY (Belgium) E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
E 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY E 350 BlueTEC MB Sheet number
Vehicles with a diesel par-
ticle filter
228.51, 229.31, 229.51
i
In the event that the:
R engine oil brand
R grade (MB Sheet number)
R SAE classification (viscosity)
is not available, you can use another min-
eral or synthetic engine oil which has been
approved by Mercedes-Benz. You must
then have an oil change carried out at the
earliest possible opportunity.
Mixing oils reduces the benefits of high-
grade engine oil.
! Do not use lubricant additives, as they can
lead to increased wear and damage to
mechanical assemblies. The use of lubri-
cant additives will result in a restriction of
your warranty. Engine oil viscosity
Viscosity describes the flow characteristics
of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity,
this means it is thick; a low viscosity means
that it is thin.
Select the SAE classification (viscosity) of the
engine oil according to the outside tempera-
ture. The following table shows you the vis-
cosity classes to be used depending on the
average air temperature. Capacities
The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter. Vehicle model Capacity including
oil filter E 200 CGI BlueEF-
FICIENCY
E 250 CGI BlueEF-
FICIENCY 5.5 l
E 200 CDI BlueEF-
FICIENCY
E 220 CDI BlueEF-
FICIENCY
E 220 CDI BlueEF-
FICIENCY (Bel-
gium)
E 250 CDI BlueEF-
FICIENCY 6.5 lService products and capacities
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