ESP MERCEDES-BENZ E-SEDAN 2014 Owners Manual

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WARNING
Warning notes draw your attention to hazards
that endanger your health or life, or the health
or life of others. H
Environmental note
Environmental notes provide you with
information on environmentally aware actions
or disposal.
! Notes on material damage alert you to
dangers that could lead to damage to your
vehicle. i
Practical tips or further information that
could be helpful to you.
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an instruction that is continued on
the next page.
Display
Display This font indicates a display in the
multifunction display/COMAND
display.
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Child seat
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 63
Top Tether ....................................... 64
Cigarette lighter ................................ 319
Cleaning Mirror turn signal ........................... 345
Climate control
Automatic climate control (3-zone) 147
Controlling automatically ...............150
Cooling with air dehumidification ..149
Defrosting the windows .................153
Defrosting the windshield ..............152
Dual-zone automatic climate
control ........................................... 145
Important safety notes ..................144
Indicator lamp ................................ 150
Information about using dual-zone
automatic climate control ..............146
Information on using dual-zone
automatic climate control ..............148
Maximum cooling .......................... 153
Overview of systems ......................144
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 150
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 154
Rear control panel .........................147
Refrigerant ..................................... 425
Refrigerant filling capacity .............425
Setting the air distribution .............151
Setting the airflow .........................152
Setting the air vents ......................155
Setting the climate mode .............. .150
Setting the temperature ................151
Setting the temperature with 3-
zone automatic climate control .....151
Setting the temperature with dual-
zone automatic climate control .....151
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 154
Switching on/off ........................... 148
Switching residual heat on/off ......154
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 153
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 152
Coat hooks ......................................... 309Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 30
see Instrument cluster
Collapsible spare wheel
Inflating ......................................... 412
see Emergency spare wheel
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating the
distance warning function .............. 247
Display message ............................ 261
Operation/notes .............................. 70
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 347
Combination switch ..........................131
Combined cargo cover and net ........308
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 241
Convenience box ............................... 309
Convenience closing feature ..............99
Convenience opening feature ............99
Coolant (engine) Checking the level .........................339
Display message ............................ 269
Filling capacity ............................... 424
Important safety notes ..................423
Temperature (on-board computer) .253
Temperature gauge ........................ 238
Warning lamp ................................. 293
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 28
Cornering light function Display message ............................ 266
Function/notes ............................. 133
Crash-responsive emergency
lighting ............................................... 136
Cruise control Activation conditions .....................190
Cruise control lever .......................190
Deactivating ................................... 191
Display message ............................ 279
Driving system ............................... 189
Function/notes ............................. 189
Important safety notes ..................189 Index
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Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service .................341
Symmetrical low bea m.................. 128
Driving on flooded roads ..................188
Driving safety system BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist .68
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .......67
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 75
Adaptive Brake Assist ......................71
BAS (Brake Assist System) ..............68
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ....70
Distance warning function ...............70
Electronic brake force distribution ...75
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program) .72
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 72
Important safety information ...........67
Overview .......................................... 67
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake ............................ .76
STEER CONTROL ............................. 78
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 220
Active Blind Spot Assist .................230
Active Driving Assistance package 230
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............233
Active Parking Assist .....................212
AIRMATIC ...................................... 204
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 206
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................225
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 226
Cruise control ................................ 189
Display message ............................ 273
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 191
DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist ............................................. 200
HOLD function ............................... 202
Lane Keeping Assist ......................228
Lane Tracking package ..................226
PARKTRONIC ................................. 208
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ..........203
Rear view camera .......................... 217
Driving tips
AMG ceramic brakes .....................187
Automatic transmission .................170
Brakes ........................................... 186Break-in period
.............................. 158
Downhill gradient ........................... 186
Drinking and driving .......................184
Driving abroad ............................... 128
Driving in winter ............................ .188
Driving on flooded roads ................188
Driving on wet roads ......................188
Exhaust check ............................... 184
Fuel ................................................ 184
General .......................................... 184
Hydroplaning ................................. 188
Icy road surfaces ........................... 189
Limited braking efficiency on
salted road s................................... 186
Snow chains .................................. 375
Symmetrical low bea m.................. 128
Wet road surface ........................... 186
DVD audio
Operating (on-board computer) .....244
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) .....245 E
EASY-ENTRY feature Activating/deactivating .................252
Function/notes ............................. 121
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ........................... 122
Function/notes ............................. 121
Switching on/off ........................... 252
EASY-PACK cargo compartment
management system ........................311
EASY-PACK folding floor Important safety notes ..................313
EASY-PACK folding luggage-
compartment floor
Opening and closing ......................313
EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Components and storage ..............311
Inserting the brackets into the
loading rai l..................................... 311
EASY-PACK rear sill protector ..........314
EASY-PACK trunk box .......................309
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message ............................ 260
Function/notes ................................ 75 Index
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ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 185
On-board computer .......................242
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start ..................164
Automatic engine switch-off ..........163
Deactivating/activating .................164
General information .......................163
Important safety notes ..................163
Introduction ................................... 163
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 90
Fuel filler fla p................................. 177
Trunk ............................................... 97
Vehicle ............................................. 90
Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes ..................410
Points to remember .......................410
Removing ....................................... 411
Storage location ............................ 411
Stowing .......................................... 412
Technical data ............................... 414
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function .......................................... .59
Safety guideline s............................. 41
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 97
Emissions control
Service and warranty information ....23
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 292
Display message ............................ 269
ECO start/stop function ................163
Engine number ............................... 417
Irregular running ............................ 166
Jump-starting ................................. 362
Starting problems ..........................166
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 161
Starting with KEYLESS-GO .............161
Switching off .................................. 182
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 367
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ...................166Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 338
Additives ........................................ 422
Checking the oil level ..................... 337
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 338
Display message ............................ 271
Filling capacity ............................... 422
Notes about oil grades ................... 422
Notes on oil level/consumption ....337
Temperature (on-board computer) .253
Viscosity ........................................ 423
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) AMG menu (on-board computer) ...254
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 74
Deactivating/activating (except
AMG vehicles) ................................ 247
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ......................73
Display message ............................ 258
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 72
Function/notes ................................ 72
General notes .................................. 72
Important safety information ...........72
Warning lamp ................................. 289
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 72
Exhaust check ................................... 184
Exhaust pipe (cleaning instructions) 347
Exterior lighting Setting options .............................. 128
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 122
Dipping (automatic) .......................124
Folding in/out (automatically). ......123
Folding in/out (electrically). ..........123
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 252
Out of position (troubleshooting) ...124
Setting ........................................... 123
Storing settings (memory function) 125
Storing the parking position ..........124
Eyeglasses compartment .................29910
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Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 288
Brakes ........................................... 287
Check Engine ................................. 292
Coolant .......................................... 293
Distance warning ........................... 295
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 295
ESP ®
.............................................. 289
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 290
Fuel tank ........................................ 292
Overview .......................................... 32
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................48
Reserve fuel ................................... 292
Seat belt ........................................ 285
SPORT handling mode ...................290
SRS ................................................ 291
Tire pressure monitor ....................296
Warranty ............................................ 416
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 283
Wheel bolt tightening torque ...........400
Wheel chock ...................................... 396
Wheels Changing a wheel .......................... 395
Checking ........................................ 373
Cleaning ......................................... 344
Cleaning (warning) .........................395
Emergency spare wheel .................410
Important safety notes ..................372
Interchanging/changing ................395
Mounting a new wheel ...................399
Mounting a wheel .......................... 396
Removing a wheel ..........................399
Storing ........................................... 395
Tightening torque ........................... 400
Wheel size/tire size .......................400
Window curtain air bag
Operation ........................................ .47
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 152
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid .......................340
Notes ............................................. 424
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ...................142
Rear window wiper ........................139
Replacing the wiper blades ............139
Switching on/off ........................... 138
Winter driving
Important safety notes ..................374
Slippery road surfaces ...................189
Snow chains .................................. 375
Winter operation
Radiator cover ............................... 337
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 374
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 345
Important safety notes ..................139
Replacing (rear window) ................141
Replacing (windshield )................... 140
Wooden trim (cleaning instructions) 348
Workshops see Qualified specialist workshop Z
ZONE function Switching on/off ........................... 152 Index
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Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption. Environmental concerns and
recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to
regenerate or re-use them. Observe the
relevant environmental rules and regulations
when disposing of materials. In this way you
will help to protect the environment. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
H
Environmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning
Devices, as well as control units and
sensors for these restraint systems, may be
installed in the following areas of your
vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R cockpit
R instrument cluster
R center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint
systems. 22
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In situations like this, the body, the
undercarriage, chassis parts, wheels or
tires could be damaged without the
damage being visible. Components
damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail
or, in the case of an accident, no longer
withstand the strain they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system for an
extended period, they can catch fire.
In such cases, have the vehicle checked
and repaired immediately at a qualified
specialist workshop. If on continuing your
journey you notice that driving safety is
impaired, pull over and stop the vehicle
immediately, paying attention to road and
traffic conditions. In such cases, visit a
qualified specialist workshop. Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves USA:
"The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) These devices may not cause
harmful interference, and 2) These devices
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device." Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop. G
WARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a
diagnostics connection in the vehicle. G
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle
is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats and do not place floormats on
top of one another.
! If the engine is switched off and
equipment on the diagnostics connection
is used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. This
may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
requirements of the next emissions test
during the main inspection. Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the
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qualifications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the Maintenance
Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
R work relevant to safety
R service and maintenance work
R repair work
R alterations, installation work and
modifications
R work on electronic components Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when
driving your vehicle:
R the safety notes in this manual
R the Technical Data section in this manual
R traffic rules and regulations
R laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or
contact us at one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Reporting safety defects
USA only:
The following text is published as required of
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.
Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the
"National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966".
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov Limited Warranty
! Follow the instructions in this manual
about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions is not covered either by the Introduction
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Warning and indicator lamps
Function Page
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ESP® 289
M
SPORT handling
mode in AMG vehicles 290
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Distance warning 295
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ESP®
OFF 289
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Brakes (USA only) 287
A
J
Brakes (Canada only) 287
B
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Turn signals 131
C
!
ABS 288
D
6
SRS 291
E
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Check Engine 292
F
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Tire pressure monitor 296 Function Page
G
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Seat belt 285
H
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Diesel engine:
preglow 161
÷
ESP®
in AMG vehicles 290
I
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Coolant 293
J
K
High-beam
headlamps 132
K
L
Low-beam
headlamps 130
L
T
Parking lamps 130
M
R
This lamp has no
function N
8
Reserve fuel 29232
Instrument clusterAt a glance
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Center console, lower section (AMG vehicles)
Function Page
G
Ashtray 318
Cigarette lighter 319
H
Engages parking position
P 182
I
Selector lever 167
J
Cup holder 316
K
Stowage compartment 298
L
COMAND controller; see
the separate operating
instructions Function Page
M
ß
Calls up/saves the
suspension tuning 206
N
à
Adjusts the
suspension setting 206
O
å
ESP® 74
P
Drive program selector 17136
Center consoleAt a glance
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