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Automotive Corp.
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Operator’s Manual:GWarning!
Warning notices draw your attention to
hazards that may endanger your health or life,
or the health or life of others.
! Highlights hazards that may result in
damage to your vehicle.
i Helpful hints or further information you
may find useful.
XThis symbol points to instructions
for you to follow.XA number of these symbols
appearing in succession indicates
a multiple-step procedure.Y pageThis symbol tells you where to look
for further information on a topic.YYThis continuation symbol marks a
warning or procedure which is
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1, 2, 3 ...
4-ETS see ETS/4-ETS
4MATIC
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
A
ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 62
Indicator lamp ................................ 305
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 288, 289
Accessory weight .............................. 249
Accidents ........................................... 112
Air bags ........................................... 37
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) .............208
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ........................................ 54
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps
see Headlamps
Adaptive Brake .................................... 64
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............... 100
Switching on or off ......................... 142
AdBlue ®
...................................... 333, 364
Refilling ......................................... 334
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 362
Gasoline ......................................... 364
Address change ................................... 21
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ................................................. 233
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 285
Air bags ................................................ 37
Emergency call upon deployment ..208
Front, driver and passenger .............40
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........43, 314
Knee bag .......................................... 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 276
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 43
Pelvis ............................................... 42
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact ...................................... 41
Window curtain ................................ 42
Air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant ............................................. 362
Air distribution .................................. 189
Air filter .............................................. 299
AIRMATIC
Damping system ............................ 163
Introduction ................................... 163
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 292
Vehicle level control ......................163
Air pressure
see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ............................ 250
Air pump (electric) ............................ 327
Air recirculation mode ...................... 190
Air volume .......................................... 189
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) ...... 326
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 161
Alternator
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 284, 297
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system (E 63 AMG) ............................ 164
AMG menu ......................................... 131
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 365
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 71
Anti-theft alarm system ...................72
Immobilizer ...................................... 71
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest, front
Storage compartment ....................202
Armrest, rear
Storage compartment ....................202
Ashtrays ............................................. 206
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 250
Assistance menu ............................... 1374Index212_AKB; 2; 41, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-17T09:14:21+02:00 - Seite 4
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ATTENTION ASSIST ........................... 178
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 292
Switching on or off ......................... 138
Audio menu ........................................ 134
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 95
Automatic central locking .......... 80, 144
Automatic climate control see Climate control system
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 98
Automatic interior lighting control .. 103
Automatic locking when driving ...... 144
Automatic shift program .................. 120
Automatic transmission ................... 114
Automatic shift program ................120
Gear range indicator ......................120
Gear ranges ................................... 120
Gear selector lever ........................115
Hill-start assist system ..................160
Kickdown ....................................... 119
Kickdown (manual shift program) ..124
Manual shift program ..................... 122
One-touch gearshifting ..................121
Program mode indicator ................121
Program mode selector dial
(E 63 AMG) ............................ 121, 123
Program mode selector switch
(automatic shift program) ..............120
Shifting procedure .........................118
Steering wheel gearshift control ....122
Transmission position indicator .....118
Transmission positions ..................118
AUX socket ........................................ 201
Axle oils .............................................. 360
B
BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system .............46
Self-test ........................................... 47
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 300
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 250
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 63
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .................................................... 63
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition ..........................79
Replacing ....................................... 317
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 336
Charging ........................................ 337
Jump starting ................................. 338
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 284, 297
Bead (tire) .......................................... 250
Beverage holders see Cup holders
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine) ............................................... 333
Blind Spot Assist ............................... 175
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 281
Switching on or off ......................... 138
BlueTEC
AdBlue ®
tank ................................. 333
Brake Assist System
see BAS
Brake Assist System PLUS
see BAS PLUS
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 227
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 289
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 287
Brakes ................................................ 254
Ceramic brake system ...................256
High-performance brake system ....256
Parking brake ................................ 113
Warning lamp ................................. 305
Break-in period .................................. 220
Bug cover (Radiator) ......................... 224
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Program mode selector dial (E 63 AMG)
Automatic shift program ........121, 123
Program mode selector switch
Automatic shift program ................120
Proximity key
see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 251
R
RACE START (E 63 AMG) ................... 159
RACETIMER ........................................ 132
Radar sensors
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 282
Switching on or off ......................... 144
Radiator ..................................... 224, 252
Radio
Selecting stations ..........................134
Radio transmitters ............................ 257
Rain sensor see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 360
Rear center console ashtray see Ashtrays
Rear center seat belt
Unblocking ....................................... 51
Rear doors
Child safety locks ............................ 60
Rear door window
Override switch ................................ 60
Rear fog lamp
see Fog lamps
Rear lamps
see Tail lamps
Rear seat head restraints
see Head restraints
Rear view camera .............................. 171
Cleaning the camera lens ..............263
Rear window defroster ..................... 191
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 229, 251
Refilling
AdBlue ®
......................................... 334
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 362
Refueling ............................................ 220
Regular checks .................................. 222
Reminder, Seat belt
see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ............. 212
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 211
Replacing
Key .................................................. 80
Replacing bulbs ................................. 318
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Research Octane Number see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 298
Warning lamp ................................. 310
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Retaining hook .................................. 199
Rims ........................................... 251, 353
Roadside Assistance ................... 21, 210
Roller sunblinds ................................. 194
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 363
Roof rack ............................................ 198
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 265
Run-flat tires see MOExtended tires
S
Safety
Driving safety systems .....................61
Occupant safety ............................... 36
Reporting defects ............................ 23
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 52
Seat belts ............................................. 48
Adjustment function ........................51
Automatic comfort-fit feature ..........53
Children in the vehicle .....................56
Cleaning ......................................... 266
Fastening ......................................... 50
Height adjustment ...........................51
Proper use of ................................... 49
Rear center seat .............................. 51
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
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T
Tachometer .................................. 28, 126
Overspeed range ........................... 126
Tail lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Tar stains ........................................... 261
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant ............362
Brake fluid ..................................... 362
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 359
Coolant .......................................... 365
Engine oil additives ........................362
Engine oils ..................................... 361
Fuel requirements .......................... 363
Gasoline additives .......................... 364
Identification labels .......................346
Premium unleaded gasoline ...........362
Rims and tires ................................ 353
Spare wheel ................................... 358
Vehicle specification E 350 ............ 348
Vehicle specification
E 350 4MATIC ................................ 349
Vehicle specification
E 350 BlueTEC ............................... 348
Vehicle specification E 550 ............ 350
Vehicle specification
E 550 4MATIC ................................ 351
Vehicle specification E 63 AMG .....352
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 361, 367
Technical data (dimensions)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (electrical system)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (engine)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
Tele Aid ............................................... 207
Emergency calls ............................. 208
Information button .........................210
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 209
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Remote door lock .......................... 212Remote door unlock ......................211
Roadside Assistance button ..........210
Search & Send ............................... 211
SOS button .................................... 209
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ..212
System self-test ............................. 208
Telephone ............................................. 30
Answering/ending a call ................136
Hands-free microphone ...................33
Menu ............................................. 135
Operation ....................................... 135
Phone book .................................... 136
Redialing ........................................ 137
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 125
Interior temperature ......................186
Outside .......................................... 126
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Through-loading feature ................... 198
Tie-down rings ................................... 199
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 328
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 251
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 237
Tire and loading terminology ........... 249
TIREFIT ............................................... 329
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ........................................ 231
Important notes on ........................230
Label on the inside of fuel filler
flap ................................................ 230
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar .....237
Tire labeling ....................................... 245
Tire load rating .................................. 250
Tire ply composition and material
used .................................................... 251
Tire pressure loss warning system . 232
Tire repair kit see TIREFIT
Tires ........................................... 228, 353
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ............................................ 233Index17212_AKB; 2; 41, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-17T09:14:21+02:00 - Seite 17
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V
Valet locking ........................................ 85
Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 336
Care ............................................... 260
Control system .............................. 126
Identification Number (VIN) ...........346
Locking/unlocking ........................... 76
Lowering (wheel change) ...............328
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 22
Towing ........................................... 340
Unlocking/locking manually ..........314
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 346
Vehicle jack see Jack
Vehicle level control
see AIRMATIC
Vehicle lighting .................................... 97
Vehicle loading
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 199
Instructions .................................... 197
Load limit ....................................... 238
Roof rack ....................................... 198
Split rear seat bench .....................199
Terminology ................................... 249
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 252
Vehicle specification
E 350 ............................................. 348
E 350 4MATIC ................................ 349
E 350 BlueTEC ............................... 348
E 550 ............................................. 350
E 550 4MATIC ................................ 351
E 63 AMG ...................................... 352
Vehicle status message memory .... 139
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 268
Vehicle washing see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification W
Warning sounds
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 151
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt .....52
Parking brake ................................ 289
Parking Guidance ........................... 170
Parktronic system ..........................168
Seat belt telltale ............................ 307
Warranty coverage ............................ 346
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 367
Washer fluid
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 294
Mixing ratio .................................... 367
Refilling .......................................... 227
Washing the vehicle .......................... 260
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 244
Weights (vehicle) see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 323
Removing ....................................... 326
Spare ............................................. 323
Tightening torque ........................... 328
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 353
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 228
Window curtain air bags ..................... 42
Windows see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 264
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 264
Washer fluid ................................... 367
Wipers ........................................... 104
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades ..................322
Winter cover .............................. 224, 252
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 253
Radiator cover ............................... 252
Snow chains .................................. 252
Tires ............................................... 252
Winter tires ................................ 252, 353
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XSwitching on: Press button ? repeatedly
until the desired level is set.
One or two indicator lamps in the button
come on. The air cushions in the lumbar
region inflate and deflate rhythmically for
approximately 20 minutes.
Seat ventilation
The blue indicator lamps in seat ventilation
switch : come on to show which ventilation
level you have selected.
iThe seat ventilation for the driver’s seat
can be activated using the summer opening
feature (Y page 107).
XSwitch on the ignition.XSwitching on: Press seat ventilation
switch :.
Three blue indicator lamps in seat
ventilation switch : come on.
XPress seat ventilation switch : repeatedly
until the desired ventilation level is set.
XSwitching off: Press seat ventilation
switch : repeatedly until all indicator
lamps go out.
If there is insufficient voltage the seat
ventilating switches off automatically.
Seat heating
Front seat heating switches
Rear seat heating switch (Canada only)
The red indicator lamps in seat heating
switch : come on to show which heating
level you have selected.
The seat heating switches from level 3 (high)
to level 2 after approximately 8 minutes.
The seat heating switches from level 2 to level
1 (low) after approximately 10 minutes.
After approximately 20 minutes in level 1, the
seat heating switches off automatically.
XSwitch on the ignition.XSwitching on: Press seat heating
switch :.
XSwitching off: Press seat heating
switch : repeatedly until all indicator
lamps go out.
If there is insufficient voltage the seat heating
switches off automatically.
The seat heating will switch back on again
automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is
available.
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Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from
using a mobile phone while driving a vehicle.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of 44 feet (approximately
14 m) every second.
You can connect your telephone to the
COMAND system via Bluetooth®, see
separate COMAND system operating
instructions.
XSwitch on the COMAND system.
Refer to separate COMAND system
operating instructions.
XPress button = or ; to select the
Tel menu.
One of the following messages will appear
in the multifunction display:
RNo Service: No network is available.
RReady for Bluetooth Telephony...:
The telephone has not been connected
to the COMAND system via Bluetooth®
yet.
XConnect the telephone to the
COMAND system via Bluetooth®.
RPhone READY or name of the network
provider (if available): The telephone has
found a network and is ready for use. You
can operate it using the control system.
Answering a call
When your telephone is ready to receive calls,
you can answer a call at any time. In the
multifunction display you will then see the
following message:
Example illustration
XPress button 6.
You have answered the call.
The caller’s number appears only if it is
transmitted.
The caller’s name appears only if the number
and the name are stored in the phone book.
Ending a call or rejecting an incoming
call
XPress button ~.
Dialing a number from the phone book
When your telephone is ready to receive calls,
you may select and dial a number from the
phone book at any time.
iTo use the phone book of the COMAND
system you can import business cards
(vCards) from external Bluetooth® phones
into your COMAND system’s phone book,
see separate COMAND operating
instructions.
XPress button = or ; to select the
Tel menu.
XPress button : or 9 or a to
switch to the phone book.
The stored names are displayed in
ascending alphabetical order.
XPress button : or 9 to select the
desired entry.
If you press and hold button : or
9 the system scrolls rapidly through the
list of names (quick search). After holding
button : or 9 for a short while the
scrolling speed increases. Release the
button to stop the quick search. The search
stops automatically at the end of the list.
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Vehicle equipment ............................268
Where will I find ...? ..........................268
Vehicle status messages in the
multifunction display .......................272
What to do if … ..................................304
Unlocking/locking manually ...........314
Resetting activated NECK-PRO
active front head restraints .............316
Replacing SmartKey batteries .........317
Replacing bulbs .................................318
Replacing wiper blades ....................322
Flat tire ..............................................323
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine only) .......................................333
AdBlue® (diesel engine only) ...........333
Battery ...............................................336
Jump starting ....................................338
Towing the vehicle ............................340
Fuses ..................................................343
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Vehicle equipment
iThis Operator’s Manual describes all
features, standard or optional, potentially
available for your vehicle at the time of
purchase. Please be aware that your
vehicle might not be equipped with all
features described in this manual.
Where will I find ...?
First aid kit
iCheck expiration dates and contents for
completeness at least once a year and
replace missing/expired items.
The first-aid kit is located in the trunk on the
right-hand side behind the cover.
XTurn the lock clockwise and fold down the
cover.
XLoosen tensioning strap :.
First aid kit ; can be removed.
Vehicle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit is located in the space
underneath the trunk floor.
iVehicles without spare wheel are not
factory-equipped with the tools required for
a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel
wrench. Some tools required for a wheel
change are specific to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center to obtain the tools approved for
your vehicle.
The vehicle tool kit includes:
RCollapsible wheel chock16
RElectric air pump17,18
RFuse chart
RJack16
RPair of gloves16
RProtective wrap17
RTIREFIT kit18
RTowing eye bolt
RWheel wrench16
XOpen the trunk (Y page 81).XLift the trunk floor using floor handle :.16Vehicles with spare wheel only.17E 63 AMG18E 350 BlueTEC (if so equipped)
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