engine coolant MERCEDES-BENZ E430 2001 W210 Owner's Guide

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Gasoline additives
A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon
build up caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz
recommends the use of only quality gasoline containing
additives that prevent the build up of carbon deposits.
After an extended period of using fuels without such
a d d i t i ve s , c a r b o n d e po si t s c a n b u il d u p e s pe c ia l ly o n t h e
intake valves and in the combustion area, leading to
engine performance problems such as:
•warm-up hesitation,
•unstable idle,
•knocking / pinging,
•misfire,
•power loss.
Do not blend other specific fuel additives with fuel.
They only result in unnecessary cost, and may be
harmful to the engine operation.
Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel
quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Coolants
The engine coolant is a mixture of water and
anticorrosion / antifreeze, which provides:
•corrosion protection,
•freeze protection,
•boiling protection (by increasing the boiling point).
The cooling system was filled at the factory with a
coolant providing freeze protection to approximately
-22°F (-30°C) and corrosion protection.
If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -22°F (-30°C), the
boiling point of the coolant in the pressurized cooling
system is reached at approximately 266°F (130°C).
The cool ant sol ution must be used yea r round to provide
the necessary corrosion protection and increase in the
boil-over protection. You should have it replaced every
3years.
To provide the important corrosion protection, the
solution must be at least 45% anticorrosion / antifreeze
(equals a freeze protection to approx. - 22 °F [- 30 °C]). If
you use a solution that is more than 55% anticorrosion /
antifreeze (freeze protection to approx. - 49 °F [- 45°C]),

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h eat transfer ca pa bil ity of th e sol ution. Therefore, d o not
use more than this amount of anticorrosion / antifreeze.
If the coolant level is low, water and MB anticorrosion /
antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper
level (have cooling system checked for signs of leakage).
The water in the cooling system must meet minimum
requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal
drinking water. If your are not sure about the water
quality, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Anticorrosion / antifreeze
Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The
use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines
necessitates that anticorrosion / antifreeze coolant used
in such e ng ines b e specif ica lly formul ated to protec t th e
aluminum parts. (Failure to use such anticorrosion /
antifreeze coolant will result in a significantly
shortened service life.)
Therefore the following product is strongly
recommended for use in your vehicle: Mercedes-Benz
Anticorrosion / Antifreeze Agent.Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in
the hot southern regions), you should have the
anticorrosion / antifreeze concentration checked. The
coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring
your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for service.
Anticorrosion / antifreeze quantity
Model Approx. freeze protection
– 35°F
(– 37°C)– 49°F
(– 45°C)
E 320 5.3 US qt
(5.0 l)5.8 US qt
(5.5 l)
E 320 CDI, E 430,
E 55 AMG5.9 US qt
(5.6 l)6.5 US qt
(6.2 l)

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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Economy ..................................................................... 129
Front center console
compartment ventilation .................................... 133
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air outlet ............................................. 134
Rear window defroster ............................................. 130
Residual engine heat utilization (REST) ............... 132
Special settings ......................................................... 129
Automatic transmission ............................................... 193
Emergency operation ............................................... 201
Fluid level ................................................................... 261
Program mode selector switch ...............................200
Selector lever position .............................................. 196
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking .............................................284
BBabySmart
TM airbag deactivation system ..................... 67
Self-test ......................................................................... 67
BAS (Brake assist system) ............................................ 215
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................237
Battery .............................................................................277
Battery recycling .......................................................278
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR -
malfunction and warning messages ...................... 241Block heater .................................................................... 210
BRAKE ASSIST -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 242
Brake assist system (BAS) ............................................ 215
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 237
Brake fluid ..................................................................... 320
BRAKE FLUID - malfunction and
warning messages ................................................... 243
BRAKE LINING WEAR -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 243
Brake pad wear .............................................................. 243
Brake warning lamp ..................................................... 235
Brake fluid low ......................................................... 235
Brakes .................................................... 204, 215, 217, 220
CCapacities
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ............................... 318
Cargo tie-down hooks .................................................... 169
Catalytic converter ......................................................... 188
Cellular telephone ..........................................................170
Center console .................................................................. 20
Central locking switch .................................................... 37
Central locking system .................................................... 29
Automatic central locking .........................................38

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Choosing global or selective mode ........................... 32
Electronic main key .................................................... 25
Electronic reserve key ................................................ 26
Locking and unlocking .............................................. 31
Mechanical keys .......................................................... 34
Remote control ............................................................ 25
Summer opening/convenience feature ................... 33
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ............234
Check regularly and before a long trip ...................... 231
Checking engine oil level
Via engine oil level indicator ...................................117
Via oil dipstick ...........................................................260
Child restraint ..................................................... 60, 67, 78
Cleaning and care of the vehicle .................................300
Clock, setting ................................................................... 111
Coin holder in glove box lid ......................................... 163
COMAND, radio and telephone ....................................176
Combination switch ...................................................... 122
Consumer information ..................................................324
Control and operation of radio transmitters ..............176
COOLANT (coolant level) -
malfunction and warning messages ......................245
Coolant level ................................................................... 261
Adding coolant ..........................................................262
Checking .................................................................... 261COOLANT TEMP. -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 246
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................ 90
Coolants .......................................................................... 322
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ........................ 323
Cruise control ................................................................. 212
Cup holder
In center console ....................................................... 165
In glove box lid .......................................................... 163
In rear bench armrest ............................................... 162
DDaytime running lamps ................................................120
Deep water
Driving instructions ................................................. 211
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 240
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 240
Display illumination ........................................................ 89
Doors .................................................................................. 35
Drinking and driving .................................................... 203
Drive sensibly - Save Fuel ............................................ 203
Driving instructions ..................................................... 203
Driving off ...................................................................... 205

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MMaintenance ................................................................... 177
Malfunction and indicator lamp
in the center console ................................................238
Malfunction and indicator lamps
in the instrument cluster .........................................234
Malfunction and warning messages ...........................239
ABS-SYSTEM .............................................................242
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR ....................................... 241
BRAKE ASSIST ..........................................................242
BRAKE FLUID ............................................................243
BRAKE LINING WEAR .............................................243
COOLANT (coolant level) .........................................245
COOLANT TEMP. .......................................................246
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) .........240
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ...............240
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. ...............................................252
ENGINE FAN ..............................................................244
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ..................................................250
LIGHT SENSOR .........................................................248
LIGHTING SYSTEM ...................................................247
PARKING BRAKE ......................................................244
REMOVE KEY ............................................................248
STEERING GEAR OIL ...............................................249
TELE AID ....................................................................249WASHER FLUID ......................................................... 251
Malfunction message memory ....................................108
Manual release for fuel filler flap .............................. 296
Mechanical keys ............................................................... 34
Memory ................................................................ 49, 81, 84
Recalling ....................................................................... 50
Storing ........................................................................... 49
Mirror, exterior, adjusting ..............................................83
Mirror, exterior, rear view ..............................................83
Mirror, inside, rear view ................................................. 82
Multicontour seat ............................................................. 54
Multifunction display ...................................................... 92
Audio systems ..............................................................97
Engine oil level indicator ...........................................96
FSS (Flexible service system) ................................... 96
Individual settings .................................................... 110
Malfunction message memory ............................... 108
Navigation system .....................................................105
Telephone ...................................................................100
Trip and main odometer ............................................ 96
Trip computer ............................................................106
Vehicle speed ............................................................... 96
Multifunction steering wheel .........................................92
Setting the audio volume ......................................... 113