Console MERCEDES-BENZ E320CDI 2005 W211 Owner's Guide

253 Controls in detail
Driving systems
Switching the Parktronic system
on/off
The Parktronic system can be switched off
manually.
The Parktronic switch is located in the low-
er part of the center console (
page 28).
1Parktronic switch
2Indicator lampSwitching off the Parktronic system

Press Parktronic switch 1.
Indicator lamp 2 comes on.
Switching on the Parktronic system

Press Parktronic switch 1 again.
Indicator lamp 2 goes out.
Parktronic system malfunction
If only the red distance segments illumi-
nates and an acoustic warning sounds,
there is a malfunction in the Parktronic
system. The Parktronic system will auto-
matically switch off after 20 seconds and
the indicator lamp in the Parktronic switch
comes on.

Have the Parktronic system checked
by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-
ter as soon as possible.If only the red distance segments illumi-
nates and no acoustic warning sounds, the
Parktronic system sensors are dirty or
there is an interference from other radio or
ultrasonic signals. The Parktronic system
will automatically switch off after 20 sec-
onds and the indicator lamp in the Park-
tronic switch comes on.

Switch off the ignition (
page 33).

Clean the Parktronic system sensors
(page 351).

Switch on the ignition.
or

Check the Parktronic system operation
at another location to rule out interfer-
ence from outside radio or ultrasonic
signals.
iThe Parktronic system is automatically
switched on when the ignition is
switched on (
page 33).

263 Controls in detail
Useful features
Storage compartment in the center
console (no CD changer* installed)
1Opening/closing button
Press button1 to open.
The control panel swings out upward
and the storage compartment extends
out.

Press button1 to close.
Storage space under center armrest
(Vehicles with cup holders in the center
console)
1Storage compartment
2Storage trayOpening storage tray

Pull handle2.
Opening storage compartment

Pull handle1.
iPrior to closing the glove box, close the
compartment for glasses first.
iNever place any medications in the
storage compartment. If there is a pow-
er failure, the storage compartment
cannot be opened.

264 Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment in the rear cen-
ter console
Briefly press the top of the compart-
ment.
It extends automatically.Ruffled storage bags
Ruffled storage bags are located on the
back of the front seats.Storage compartment in the rear arm-
rest

Press the handle upward and fold the
rear armrest up.
Warning!
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The ruffled storage bag is intended for stor-
ing light-weight items only.
Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges or
fragile objects may not be transported in the
ruffled storage bag.
The ruffled storage bag cannot protect
transported goods in the event of an acci-
dent.

265 Controls in detail
Useful features
Cup holders
Depending on production date, your vehi-
cle is equipped with cup holders in either
the center console (
page 265) or in the
center armrest (
page 266).
Cup holder in the center console

Briefly press the marking in the back of
the cover.
The cover opens.

Briefly press marking on the cup hold-
er.
The cup holder extends automatically.
Warning!
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In order to help prevent spilling liquids on
vehicle occupants, only use containers that
fit into the cup holder. Use lids on open con-
tainers and do not fill containers to a height
where the contents, especially hot liquids,
could spill during braking, vehicle maneu-
vers, or in an accident.
When not in use, keep the cup holder
closed. An open cup holder may cause injury
to you or others when contacted during
braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an acci-
dent.
Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup
holder may come loose during braking, vehi-
cle maneuvers, or in an accident and be
thrown around in the vehicle interior. Ob-
jects thrown around in the vehicle interior
may cause an accident and/or serious per-
sonal injury.
iThe cup holder can be removed for
cleaning. Clean the cup holder only
with clear, lukewarm water. Make sure
to insert the cup holder in the guides
when reinstalling it.


268 Controls in detailUseful featuresAshtrays
Center console ashtray
Opening ashtray
Briefly press the marking on the bot-
tom of cover1.
The ashtray opens automatically.Removing ashtray insert

Secure vehicle from movement by set-
ting the parking brake. Move the gear
selector lever to positionN.
Now you have more room to take out
the insert.

Push sliding button2 to the right and
hold.

Grip and remove insert from ashtray
frame.Reinstalling ashtray insert

Install insert by pushing it back into
frame until it engages again.
Rear seat ashtray
Opening rear seat ashtray

Briefly press the top of the ashtray.
The ashtray opens.
Warning!
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Remove front ashtray only with vehicle
standing still. Set the parking brake to se-
cure vehicle from movement. Move gear se-
lector lever to positionN. With gear selector
lever in positionN, turn off the engine.

269 Controls in detail
Useful features
Cigarette lighter
The cigarette lighter is located in the cen-
ter console compartment in front of the
center armrest (
page 28).
1Cigarette lighter

Switch on the ignition (
page 33).

Push in cigarette lighter1.
The lighter will pop out automatically
when hot.
12-V socket*
The socket is located in the rear of the cen-
ter console storage compartment.
The socket can be used for accessories up
to a maximum of 180 W.
Warning!
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Never touch the heating element or sides of
the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the
knob only.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey or the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take
it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsu-
pervised use of vehicle equipment may
cause an accident and/or serious personal
injury.iThe lighter socket can be used to ac-
commodate electrical accessories up
to a maximum 85 W.
iAn additional socket is located in the
trunk.

365 Practical hints
What to do if …
Lamp in center consoleProblem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
75The indicator lamp illuminates and remains
illuminated with the weight of a typical adult
or someone larger than a small individual on
the front passenger seat.
The system is malfunctioning.

Have the system checked as soon as
possible by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.

Also note any messages in the
multifunction display and follow cor-
rective steps (
page 374).
Warning!
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If the
75
indicator lamp illumi-
nates and remains illuminated with the
weight of a typical adult or someone larger
than a small individual on the front passen-
ger seat, do not have any passenger use the
front passenger seat until the system has
been repaired.

412 Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyFuel filler flap emergency release
In case the central locking system does
not release the fuel filler flap, you can open
it manually.
1Release knob
Open trunk lid.

Remove right-side tail trim.

Turn release knob1 clockwise (ar-
row).
The fuel filler flap can know be opened.Manually unlocking the transmission
selector lever
In the case of power failure, the transmis-
sion selector lever can be manually un-
locked, e.g. to tow the vehicle.
Depending on production date, your vehi-
cle is equipped with cup holders in either
the center console or in the center arm-
rest.
Cup holder in the center console
1Pin
Open the storage compartment in the
center console (
page 265).

Take out the cup holder (
page 266).

Hold the cover at a 45° angle.

Insert a suitable object1 (e.g. a pin)
through the hole and press the pin
downward.

Remove pin1. iThe selector lever is locked again when
moving it to positionP.

480 IndexBattery discharged
Jump starting 436
Bead 337
Bi-Xenon headlamps* 471
Bleeding the fuel system 432
Block heater* 342
Blocking
Rear window operation 83
Brake assist system (BAS) 471
Brake fluid 301, 382
Brake pads
Message in display 380
Brakes
Warning lamp 358
Break-in period 286Bulbs, replacing
Additional turn signals 417
Fog lamps 417
Front lamps 417, 420
High beam 418
High mounted brake lamp 418
License plate lamps 418, 422
Low beam 418
Parking lamps 418
Side marker lamps 417, 422
Standing lamps 418
Tail lamp 418
Tail lamp assemblies 422
Turn signal lamp 417
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CAC (Customer Assistance Center) 471
Calling up
Distronic* settings 152
Maintenance service indicator 345
Range (distance to empty) 171
CAN system 471
Cargo tie-down rings 261
CD player
Operating 151Center console
Lower part 28
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp 365
Upper part 27
Centigrade
Setting temperature units 157
Central locking
From inside 119
Switch 119
Switching on/off (control
system) 166
Unlocking from inside 119
Central locking switch 119
Changing
Batteries (SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO*) 415, 416
Batteries (SmartKey) 415, 416
SmartKey setting 167
Vehicle level 249
Charging
Vehicle batteries 435
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator
lamp 359, 360

482 IndexConvenience submenu 167
Activating easy-entry/exit
feature* 167
Setting parking position for exterior
rear view mirror 168
Setting SmartKey-dependency 168
Coolant
Checking level 308
Messages in display 383, 384, 385
Temperature gauge 143
Warning lamp 361
Coolant temperature 298
Cruise control 231, 472
Canceling 233
Driving downhill 232
Driving uphill 232
Fine adjustment 234
Lever 239
Saving current speed 232
Setting speeds 234Cruise control lever 231
Cup holder in the center console 265
Cup holders 265
Curb weight 337
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) 471
D
Daytime running lamp mode 134
Setting 162
Deactivating
Air conditioning 201
Air recirculation mode 200, 213
Alarm 95
Anti-theft alarm system 95
Automatic climate control
(Dual-zone) 194, 195, 197
Central locking (control system) 166
Cruise control 233
Defrost 199, 211, 212
Distance warning function* 244
Distronic* 242
Engine with KEYLESS-GO* 57ESP 89
Exterior lamps 134
Hazard warning flasher 138
Headlamps 56
Immobilizer 94
Interior lighting delayed
switch-off 165
Manual shift program (E 55 AMG
only) 185
Rear window defroster 191
Residual heat 202
Seat heater* 127
Seat ventilation* 128
SmartKey
Turning off the engine 56
Tow-away alarm 96
Deceleration
With Distronic* 238
Defogging
Windshield 198, 211
Defrosting 199, 211