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2006 Mercedes-benz E Class Wagon Owners Manual

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approximately: ì•« 7.4 US qt. (7.0 l) in vehicles with a headlamp cleaning system* or heated reservoir ì•« 4.8 US qt. (4.5 l) in vehicles without a headlamp cleaning system ì™˜ Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water (or con- centrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer sol- vent/antifreeze, depending on ambient temperatures). Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma- ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You can be seriously burned. Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate â€œSâ€ and water: ì•« 1 part â€œSâ€ to100 parts water (1.34 fl oz [40 ml] â€œSâ€ to 1 gallon [4.0 l] water) For temperatures below freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate â€œSâ€ and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze: ì•« 1 part â€œSâ€ to 100 parts solvent (1.34 fl oz [40 ml] â€œSâ€ to 1 gallon [4.0 l] solvent) 490 Technical terms ABS Alignment bolt CAC (Antilock Brake System) Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered. Accessory weight (ì»„ page 350) ADS (Adaptive Damping System) Automatically adapts the optimum sus- pension damping to prevailing driving conditions. Air pressure (ì»„ page 350) Airmatic DC* (Airmatic Dual Control) Automatically selects the optimum sus- pension tuning and ride height for your vehicle. Airmatic consists of two com- ponents: ì•« Adaptive Damping System ì•« Vehicle level control Metal pin with thread. The centering pin is an aid used when changing a tire to align the wheel with the wheel hub. Aspect ratio (ì»„ page 350) Bar (ì»„ page 350) BAS (Brake Assist System) System for potentially reducing braking distances in emergency braking situa- tions. The system is activated when it senses an emergency based on how fast the brake is applied. Bead (ì»„ page 350) Bi-Xenon headlamps* Headlamps which use an electric arc as a light source and produce a more in- tense light than filament headlamps. Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low beam and high beam. (Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service cen- ter which can help you with any ques- tions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a break- down. CAN system (Controller Area Network) Data bus network serving to control ve- hicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping. Cockpit All instruments, switches, buttons and indicator/warning lamps in the passen- ger compartment needed for vehicle operation and monitoring. Cold tire inflation pressure (ì»„ page 350) 491 Technical terms COMAND Distronic* Engine number (Cockpit Management and Data Sys- tem) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and navi- gation system, as well as other optional equipment (CD changer, telephone, etc.). Control system The control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings. Information and messages appear in the multifunction display. The driver uses the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to navigate through the system and to ad- just settings. Cruise control Driving convenience system for auto- matically maintaining the vehicle speed set by the driver. A driving convenience cruise control system which helps the driver maintain a pre-selected speed: ì•« If there is no vehicle directly ahead, the system operates in the same way as conventional ->cruise con- trol. ì•« If a slower moving vehicle is ahead, Distronic will reduce your vehicle speed to the extent permitted by re- duced throttle and up to 20% brak- ing power to maintain the preset minimum following distance. DOT (Department of Transportation) (ì»„ page 351) Electrohydraulic brake system Electronically controlled hydraulic braking system for increased braking safety and comfort. Curb weight (ì»„ page 350) 492 The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine pro- duced. Engine oil viscosity Measurement for the inner friction (vis- cosity) of the oil at different tempera- tures. The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin, or the lower the temperature it can tol- erate without becoming viscous, the better the viscosity. ESPÂ® (Electronic Stability Program) Improves vehicle handling and direc- tional stability. ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear collisions exceeding the sys- temâ€™s threshold to tighten the seat belts. ->SRS Technical terms FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) GPS Kickdown (Flexible Service System PLUS) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. FSS evaluates en- gine temperature, oil level, vehicle speed, engine speed, distance driven and the time elapsed since your last service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) (ì»„ page 351) Gear range Number of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the selector lever. (Global Positioning System) Satellite-based system for relaying geographic location information to and from vehicles equipped with special re- ceivers. Employs DVD digital maps for navigation. Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts the transmis- sion down to the lowest possible gear. This very quickly accelerates the vehi- cle and should not be used for normal acceleration needs. Kilopascal (kPa) (ì»„ page 351) Locking knob Knob on the door which indicates whether the door is locked or un- locked. Pushing the locking knob down on an individual door from inside will lock that door. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (ì»„ page 351) GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (ì»„ page 351) Instrument cluster The displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driverâ€™s field of vision, in- cluding the tachometer, speedometer and fuel gauge. KEYLESS-GO* System for entering and operating the vehicle without the use of a SmartKey. 493 Technical terms Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) MON Overspeed range Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly. Maximum loaded vehicle weight (ì»„ page 351) Maximum load rating (ì»„ page 351) Maximum tire inflation pressure (ì»„ page 351) Memory function* Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and exterior mirror posi- tions. (Motor Octane Number) The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized meth- od. It is an indication of a gasolineâ€™s ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the MON (Motor Octane Number) and ->RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. Multifunction display The display field in the instrument clus- ter used to present information provid- ed by the control system. Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel with buttons for operat- ing the control system. Normal occupant weight (ì»„ page 351) Engine speeds within the red marking on the tachometer dial. Avoid this en- gine speed range, as it may result in se- rious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Poly-V-belt drive Drives engine-components (alternator, AC compressor, etc.) from the engine. Power train Collective term designating all compo- nents used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, includ- ing: ì•« Engine ì•« Clutch/torque converter ì•« Transmission ì•« Transfer case* ì•« Drive shaft ì•« Axle shafts/axles 494 Production options weight (ì»„ page 351) Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automatic transmis- sion between standard operation S and operation C. PSI (Pounds per square inch) (ì»„ page 352) Recommended tire inflation pressure (ì»„ page 333) Restraint systems Seat belts, belt tensioners, air bags and child restraint systems. As indepen- dent systems, their protective func- tions complement one another. RON (Research Octane Number) The Research Octane Number for gaso- line as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gaso- lineâ€™s ability to resist undesired detona- tion (knocking). The average of both the ->MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. Shift lock When the vehicle is parked, this lock prevents the transmission selector le- ver from being moved out of position P without the ignition or engine on and brake pedal depressed. Rim (ì»„ page 352) Sidewall (ì»„ page 352) SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Seat belts, emergency tensioning de- vice and air bags. Though independent systems, they are closely interfaced to provide effective occupant protection. Technical terms Tele Aid System (Telematic Alarm Identification on De- mand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man- ual emergency, roadside assistance and information. Tele Aid is initially ac- tivated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an acquain- tance call. The Tele Aid system is operational pro- vided that the vehicleâ€™s battery is charged, properly connected, not dam- aged and cellular and GPS coverage is available. Telematics* A combination of the terms â€œtelecom- municationsâ€ and â€œinformaticsâ€. Tightening torque Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug wrench) with which threaded fasteners such as wheel bolts are tightened. TIN (Tire Identification Number) (ì»„ page 352) 495 Technical terms Tire load rating (ì»„ page 352) Tire ply composition and material used (ì»„ page 352) Tire speed rating (ì»„ page 352) TPMS (ì»„ page 335) Traction (ì»„ page 352) Tread (ì»„ page 352) Treadwear indicators (ì»„ page 352) Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (ì»„ page 353) Vehicle capacity weight (ì»„ page 353) 496 Vehicle level control* Voice control system* Voice control system for car phones, portable cell phones and audio sys- tems (radio, CD, etc.). The ground clearance of the vehicle is automatically controlled according to a selected setting and speed.The driver can set the ground clearance manually for example on very rough roads. Vehicles Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. The Vehicle Main- tenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly. Vehicle maximum load on the tire (ì»„ page 353) VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the body to uniquely identify each vehicle produced. Index ABS 91, 491 Indicator lamp 372 Messages in display Accelerator position Automatic transmission 187 Accessory weight 350 Accident 58 Active head restraints 76 Air bags 67 Children 68 Front, Driver 71 Front, Passenger 71 Safety guidelines 70 Side impact 72 Window curtain 72 Air conditioning refrigerant 485 Air conditioning system see Climate con- trol system Air conditioning, Cooling 212, 227 Air distribution 208, 222 Air pressure 350 Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure 335 Air pump, electric Turning on 449 Air recirculation mode 210, 224 Air vents 208, 222 Air volume 209, 223 Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* 255, 491 Messages in display 417 Suspension tuning 255 Vehicle level control 256 Alarm system see Anti-theft systems Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 419, 447, 491 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 488 Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti-theft systems 101 Anti-theft alarm system 101 Immobilizer 101 Tow-away alarm 103 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning 305 Ashtray 277 Aspect ratio 350 AUDIO menu 161 Audio system CD mode 162 Auto-dimming Rear view mirrors 197 Automatic central locking, Control system 176 Automatic headlamp mode 144 Automatic lighting control, Interior lighting 148 Automatic locking when driving 176 Automatic shift program, Automatic transmission 189 Automatic transmission 184 Accelerator position 187 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) 196 Gear ranges 188 Gear selector lever one-touch gearshifting 190 Gear selector lever position 184, 186 Gear shifting malfunctions 196 Kickdown 187 Kickdown, Manual shift program E 55 AMG 196 Selecting radio station 161 Selecting satellite radio* station 162 Manual (One-touch) gearshifting 190 Manual shift program E 55 AMG 193 497 Index Shift program mode selector switch 189 Shift program mode selector switch, Manual shift program E 55 AMG 194 Starting engine 50 Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshifting E 55 AMG 191 Winter program mode 189 Backrest 260 Folding rearward 261 Seat 41 Seat, multicontour 133 Backup lamps Messages in display 409 Replacing bulbs 431 Bar 350 BAS 93, 491 Batteries, SmartKey Changing 429, 430 Checking battery condition 110, 117 Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Changing 429, 430 Checking battery condition 117 498 Batteries, Vehicle Charging 454 Disconnecting 453 Installing 454 Jump starting 456 Messages in display 386, 395, 396 Reconnecting 455 Removing 454 Bead 350 Beverage holder see Cup holders Bi-Xenon headlamps* see Headlamps Block heater* (Canada only) 356 Brake Assist System see BAS Brake fluid Checking 313 Messages in display 399 Brake lamp Cleaning lenses 365 Messages in display 409 Replacing bulbs 431 Brake pads Message in display 397 Brakes 302 Warning lamp 374 Break-in period 300 Bulbs see Replacing bulbs CAC 491 California retail buyers and lessees, impor- tant notice for 11 Can holder see Cup holders CAN system 491 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants 482 Cargo compartment Fuse box 463 Tie-down rings 264 Cargo compartment cover 270 Cargo management system* 265 Belt reel 267 Cargo tie-down ring 266 Mounting elements 265 Telescoping rod 267 Cargo net 269 Cargo tie-down rings 264 Carpets, cleaning 368 Catalytic converter 310 CD player 162 Center console Lower part 28 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp 381 Upper part 27 Centigrate see Temperature display mode Central locking Automatic 127, 176 Locking/unlocking from inside 128 Central locking switch 128 Certification label 468 Checking Oil level 316 Children in the vehicle 77 Air bags 68 Blocking of rear window operation 89 Indicator lamp, front passenger front air bag Infant and child restraint systems 78 LATCH-type child seat anchors 88 Occupant Classification System (OCS) Cigarette lighter 278 Climate control system 4-zone automatic climate control 214 Air conditioning refrigerant 485 Air conditioning, Cooling 212, 227 Air distribution 208, 222 Air recirculation mode 210, 224 Air volume 209, 223 Automatic mode 206, 220 Control panel, Rear 213, 229 Deactivating system 206, 219 Dual-zone automatic climate control 202 Front defroster 209, 223 Maximum cooling MAX COOL 224 Rear climate control 229 Residual engine heat (REST) 228 Clock 25, 170 Setting time 171 Cockpit 22, 491 Cockpit Management and Data System see COMAND Cold tire inflation pressure 350 Collapsible tire 478 Collapsible wheel chock 423 COMAND 492 Index COMAND see separate COMAND operat- ing instructions Combination switch 54, 147 Control system 155, 492 Multifunction display 155 Multifunction steering wheel 156 Resetting to factory default 166 Control system menus 158, 159 AUDIO 161 Distronic* 163 NAV* 163 Settings 165 Standard display 161 TEL* 181 Trip computer 180 Vehicle status message memory 164 Control system submenus 157 Convenience 177 Instrument cluster 168 Lighting 172 Time/Date 170 Vehicle 176 Controller Area Network see CAN system Convenience submenu Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror 178 499 Index Coolant Anticorrosion/antifreeze mixing ratio and quantity 489 Capacities 483 Checking coolant level 321 Messages in display 400, 401, 402 Temperature 311 Temperature indicator 152 Warning lamp 376 Cruise control 239, 492 Message in display 386 Cup holders 274 Cleaning 367 Curb weight 350 Customer Assistance Center see CAC Date display, setting 171, 172 Daytime running lamp mode 144 Setting 172, 173 Deep water see Standing water Defogging windshield 209, 224 Defrosting, Front 209, 223 Defrosting, Rear 200 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps 174 Interior lighting 175 500 Department of Transportation see DOT Diesel see Fuel Difficulties While driving 58 With starting 51 Digital clock see Clock Digital speedometer 161 Dimensions, vehicle 480 Direction of rotation (tires) 327 Displays Digital speedometer 161 Distronic* 245 Maintenance service indicator 358 Messages in display 395 Multifunction display 155 Outside temperature 155, 169 Symbol messages 395 Text messages 385 Vehicle status message memory 165 Vehicle system settings, Control system 155 Distance to empty (Range), Trip computer 180 Distronic* 243, 492 Activating/deactivating 248 Cleaning system sensor 366 Control system 163 Distance warning function 252 Driving hints 253 Menu 247 Messages in display 386 Sensor cover 366 Warning and indicator lamps 246 Door Entry lamps 150 Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 34, 108 Locking/unlocking, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 35, 114 Message in display 403 Opening from inside/outside 119 Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 289 Unlocking, Mechanical key 424 Door control panel 32 Door handle 32 DOT 351, 492 Drinking and driving 301 Index Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour Electrohydraulic brake system 96, 492 Emergency, In case of features 133 Massage function 134 Driving Abroad 309 Hydroplaning 305 In winter 307 Instructions 47, 301 Problems 58 Safety systems 91 Through standing water 308 With Distronic* 253 Driving safety systems 4MATIC ABS 91 BAS 93 Electrohydraulic brake system 96 ESPÂ® 93, 492 Easy-entry/exit feature 43, 177 Electrical fuses see Fuses Electrical system, Technical data 479 Activating/deactivating 97 Driving hints 99 Messages in display 397, 398 Self-check 98 Warning lamp 96 Electronic Stability Program see ESPÂ® 93, 492 Emergency calls Tele Aid calls 284 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) 196 Emergency operations Fuel filler flap 425 Gear selector lever, Unlocking 426 Locking/unlocking the vehicle 424 Remote door unlock 289 Tilt/sliding sunroof*, Manual operation 427 Emergency tensioning device see ETD Battery, Jump starting 456 First aid kit 419 Flat tire, changing 440 Fuses Hazard warning flasher 147 Instrument cluster, Indicator lamps 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 380 Roadside Assistance 12 Towing the vehicle 458 Emission control 310 Emission control information label 468 Emission control system warranties 10 Emission control vacuum line routing dia- gram label 468 501 Index Engine Belt layout 469 Block heater* (Canada only) 356 Cleaning 364 Compartment 315 Malfunction indicator lamp 375, 400 Maximum engine speed 471 Message in the display 375, 400 Number 468, 492 Starting 50 Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 51 Tachometer 25 Technical data 470 Turning off with KEYLESS-GO* 61 Turning off with the SmartKey 61 Engine compartment Hood 315 Engine coolant see Coolant Engine malfunction indicator lamp 375, 400 502 Engine oil Adding 319 Additives 485 Changing 319 Checking level (Control system) 317 Checking level (Dipstick) 318 Consumption 316 Filler neck 320 Messages in display 317, 405 Recommended engine oils and oil filter 485 Viscosity 492 Engine oil level 314 ESPÂ® 93, 492 Four wheel electronic traction system with ESPÂ® 99 Messages in display 388 Warning lamp 373 ETD 492 Safety guidelines 70 Exterior rear view mirrors Parking position 178 Factory, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 114 Filler neck, Engine oil 320 First aid kit 419 Flat tire 440 Lowering the vehicle 450 Mounting the spare wheel 445, 447 Preparing the vehicle 440 Sealing tires with TIREFIT 440 Spare wheel 445 TIREFIT kit 440 Flexible Service System see FSS Floormats 280 Fluids Automatic transmission fluid 482 Brake fluid 483 Capacities 482 Engine coolant 483 Engine oil 482 Power steering fluid 483 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 484 Fog lamps 146 Messages in display 409 Replacing bulbs 433 Index Folding bench seat Folding back 139 Folding bench seat in cargo compartment 137 Four wheel electronic traction system with ESPÂ® see 4MATIC 4MATIC 99 Front air bags 71 Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag Messages in display Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 72, 84 Fuel 301, 313 Fuel, Premium unleaded gasoline 313, Additives 486 Capacities, Fuel tank 484 Diesel fuel 484, 487 Filling the tank 312 Fuel filler flap and cap 312 Fuel reserve warning lamp 377, 408 Premium unleaded gasoline 313 Requirements Gasoline additives 486 Premium unleaded gasoline 486 Requirements, Diesel fuel 487 Requirements, Octane rating (Gasoline 484, 487 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities 482 Fuses 462 Aids for replacing fuses 462 Fuse box (main) in passenger compartment 463 Fuse box in cargo compartment 463 Fuse chart 462 Fuse extractor 462 Replacing 462 Spare fuses 462 Front seat head restraints see Head re- engine) 487 straints FSS (Canada vehicles) 358 Technical data 482 Fuel consumption statistics After start 180 Since last reset 180 Fuel filler flap 312 Locking/unlocking 312 Opening 312 Opening in an emergency 425 Fuel reserve warning lamp 25, 408 Fuel tank Capacity 484 Filler flap 312 Garage door opener 29, 290 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 351 Gear range 493 Automatic transmission 188 Limiting 188 Shifting into optimal 191 Gear selector lever 50, 184 Lock 50 Message in display 389 Position indicator 184, 186 Unlocking in an emergency 426 503 Index Gear selector lever, Cleaning 368 Global Positioning System see GPS Glove box 272 Good visibility 197 GPS 493 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW GVW 351 GVWR 351 Halogen headlamps see Headlamps Hard plastic trim items, cleaning 368 Hazard warning flasher 147 Head restraints 129 Folding back 132 Front seat, Adjusting 42 Rear seat, Removing and installing Removing and installing 132 Headlamp cleaning system* 197 Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, Exterior lamps 504 Headlamps Automatic headlamp mode 144 Bi-Xenon* Cleaning lenses 365 Cleaning system* 197 Halogen 434 High beam see High beam flasher High beam see High beam headlamps Low beam see Low beam headlamps Manual headlamp mode 144 Messages in display 409, 410, 411, 412 Replacing bulbs 434 Switch 54 Headliner and shelf below rear window, Cleaning and care of 368 Heated seats* 135 Heated steering wheel* 279 Height adjustment Vehicle level control 256 High beam flasher 147 High beam headlamps Indicator lamp 25 Messages in display 410 Replacing bulbs 432 Switching on High mounted brake lamp 432 Hood 315 Message in display 407 Horn 23 Hydroplaning 305 Identification labels 468 Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) 468 Ignition 36, 50 Switching on 51 Immobilizer 101 Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and warning Infant and child restraint systems see Chil- dren in the vehicle Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation pres- sure Inside door handle 119 Instrument cluster 24, 151, 493 Cleaning 367 Illumination brightness 151 Lamps 372 Messages in display see Multifunction display messages Multifunction display 155 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster, Illumination brightness Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting Delayed shut-off 175 Interior rear view mirror 45 Auto-dimming mirrors 197 Key, Mechanical 424 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp 106 Changing batteries 429 Factory setting 108 Locking/unlocking 34 Locking/unlocking, Global Interior storage spaces see Storage com- setting 108 partments Jack 422 Jump starting 456 Locking/unlocking, Selective setting 109 Loss of 111 Messages in display 408 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof* 234 Opening and closing the windows 234 Positions in starter switch 36 Remote control 106 Starting the engine 50 Turning off engine 61 Index Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Battery check lamp 111 Changing batteries 429, 430 Factory setting 114 Locking, Tailgate 115 Locking/unlocking 35 Locking/unlocking, Selective setting 115 Loss of 118 Messages in display 407 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof* 234 Opening and closing the windows 234 Starting the engine 51 Turning off engine 61 Unlocking, Tailgate 117 KEYLESS-GO* 493 KEYLESS-GO* see Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Kickdown 187, 493 Kilopascal 351 505 Index Labels Certification 468 Emission control information 468 Emission control vacuum line routing 468 Lamp sensor Message in display 411 Lamps, exterior Light sensor 410, 411 Messages in display 409, 410, 411, 412 Lamps, indicator and warning ABS 25, 372 Battery (SmartKey) 109, 115 Brakes 374 CHECK ENGINE 375 Coolant 376 Distance warning lamp* 246 Electrohydraulic brake system 96 Engine diagnostics 375 Engine malfunction 25, 375 ESPÂ® 25, 373 Fog lamps 146 Front passenger front air bag off 27, 72, 382 506 Fuel reserve 25, 377 High beam headlamps 25 Instrument cluster 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 380 Low beam headlamps 25 Maintenance service indicator 358 Seat belt telltale 25 Seat belts 377 SRS 66 Turn signals 25 Language, Setting 168 LATCH-type child seat anchors see Chil- dren in the vehicle License plate lamps 432 Messages in display 410 Replacing bulbs 436 Light alloy wheels, cleaning 367 Light sensor see Lamp sensor Lighter see Cigarette lighter 278 Lighting Daytime running lamp mode 144 Lighting, Exterior and interior 143 Limp Home Mode 196 Loading 260 Split rear bench seat* 260 Loading see Vehicle loading Locator lighting 173 Lock button 493 Door handle (KEYLESS-GO*) 63 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 467 Loss of SmartKeys 111, 118 Low beam headlamps 54 Indicator lamp 25 Messages in display 410 Replacing bulbs 432 Switching on 54 Lubricants 482 Lumbar support 133 Maintenance 12 Calling up service indicator 360 Clearing service indicator message 359 FSS (Canada vehicles) 358 Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 358 Resetting service indicator 361 Service indicator 358 Service indicator message 358 Service term exceeded 360 Index Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 494 Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps Manual shift program E 55 AMG 193 Deactivating 196 Maximum inflation pressure 351 Maximum load rating 351 Maximum loaded vehicle weight 351 Mechanical key 424 Memory function 494 Memory function see Seats Menus see Control system menus Messages in display see Multifunction dis- play messages Mirrors Adjusting 45 Auto-dimming 197 Exterior rear view mirror 45 Exterior rear view mirror parking positions 178, 198 Interior rear view mirror 45 MOExtended system* 340, 451 MOExtended tires* 477 MON 313 Motor Octane Number see MON Multifunction display 155, 494 KEYLESS-GO* 407 Changing settings see Control system Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding menus and Control system sub- menus Selecting language 168 Multifunction display messages 385 ABS Batteries 386, 395, 396 Brake fluid 399 Brake lamps 409 Brake pads 397 Check engine 375 Coolant 400, 401, 402 Cruise control 386 Distronic* 386 Door 403 Electrohydraulic brake system 397, 398 Engine oil 317, 404, 405, 406 ESPÂ® 388, 389 Fog lamps 409, 411 Fuel reserve tank 408 Headlamps 409, 410, 411 Hood 407 Key, SmartKey 408 Key, SmartKey with panel* 414 Parking brake 398 Parking lamps 411 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 414 Seat belts 414 SRS 415 Tailgate 416 Tele Aid 414 Telephone* 416 Tires 413 Turn signals 412 Windshield washer fluid 416 Multifunction steering wheel 26, 156, 494 Button operation 156 Navigation system See separate COMAND operating instructions 163 Net, parcel 274 Neutral gear position 186 Night security illumination 145 Normal occupant weight 351 Number, vehicle identification (VIN) 468 507 Index Occupant Classification System see OCS Occupant distribution 351 Occupant safety 66 Air bags 67 Children and air bags 68 Children in the vehicle 77 Fastening the seat belt 47 Front passenger front air bag off indica- tor lamp 84 Infant and child restraint systems 78 LATCH-type child seat anchors 88 OCS Seat belts 47, 70 OCS Self-test 85 Odometer 155 Oil level see Engine oil, Checking level Oil see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting 190 Operating safety 16 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 365 Outside temperature see Displays Overdue maintenance service 358, 360 Overhead control panel 29 Overspeed range, engine 494 Paintwork, Cleaning 363 Panic alarm 90 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding pan- el* Messages in display 414 Parcel net Front passenger footwell 274 Parking 304 On hills 59, 304 Over things that burn, Potential consequences 59, 304 Parking brake 52, 60 Message in display 398 Parking lamps Messages in display 411 Replacing bulbs 411 Parking position Exterior rear view mirrors 141, 178, 198 Gear position 50, 186 Parts service 466 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Front passenger front air bag off indica- tor lamp Passenger compartment Interior lighting 148 Interior rear view mirror 45 Main fuse box 463 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 274 Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 301 Phone see Telephone* Plastic parts, cleaning 367 Pliers, universal (vehicle tool kit) 419 Poly-V-belt drive 494 Layout 469 Positions (Memory function) see Seats Power assistance 302 Power outlet 279 508 Power seat see Seats Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 236 Emergency operations 427 Messages in display 414 Opening/closing 236 Opening/closing in an emergency 427 Stopping 238 Synchronizing 238 Power train 494 Power washer 363 Power windows 231 Cleaning 366 Operating 231 Rear door window, Blocking operation 89 Synchronizing 233 Practical hints 372 Collapsible wheel chock 423 Spare wheel 422 Problems While driving 58 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Production options weight 351 Index Program mode selector switch 495 Automatic transmission 189 Manual shift program E 55 AMG, auto- Rear window defroster 200 Recommended inflation pressure 352 Recovery services, Stolen vehicle (Tele matic transmission 194 Aid) 290 PSI 352 PULSE function (Massage function) see Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour features Refrigerant, Air conditioning 485 Refueling 312 Regular checks 313 Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts, Radio Selecting stations 161 Selecting stations (satellite*) 162 Radio transmitters 309 Range (distance to empty) 181 Reading lamp, front 149 Reading lamp, rear 150 Rear bench seat Foldable 260 Rear door window Blocking operation 89 Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps 146 Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear seat ashtray see Ashtray Rear seat head restraints see Head re- straints Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Telltale 377 Remote control, SmartKey 106 Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 289 Replacing bulbs Additional turn signals 435 Brake lamps 433 Headlamps 434 High beam headlamps 432 High mounted brake lamp 432 License plate lamps 432, 436 Low beam headlamps 432, 434 Parking lamps 432, 435 Side marker lamps 431 Side marker lamps, front 435 Tail lamps 432, 436 Turn signal lamps 431, 432, 435 Reporting safety defects 18 Research Octane Number see RON 509 Index Reset button, In instrument cluster 25, Seat belts 72 151, 166 Rest tool Depository 428 Restraint system see Children in the vehi- cle Restraint system see SRS Reverse gear position 186 Rim 352 Rims 472 Roadside Assistance 12 Roller sunblind* 200 RON 313, 495 Rubber parts, cleaning 367 Safety Driving safety systems 91 Occupant 66 Reporting defects 18 Safety belts see Seat belts 47 Satellite radio* 162 Seat belt force limiter 76 510 Children in the vehicle Cleaning 368 Fastening 47 Height adjustment 49 Message in display 414 Proper use of 49, 74 Safety guidelines 70 Telltale 25, 377 Warning lamp 377 Self-test OCS 85 Tele Aid 283 Service and warranty information 10 Service intervals see Maintenance, Service indicator Service life, Tires 325 Service see Maintenance Service system see FSS (Canada vehicles) or Maintenance System (US vehicles) Seat cushions Removing and installing 138 Service, Parts 466 Settings 114 Seating capacity 329 Seats 40, 129 Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour features 133 Easy-entry/exit feature 43 Heater* 135 Memory function 140 Split rear bench seat* 260 Ventilation 136 Securing cargo Cargo tie-down rings 264 Selector lever see Gear selector lever Control system menus 157 Control system submenus 157 Date 171, 172 Factory, SmartKey 108 Individual, Vehicle 165 Memory function 140 Resetting all, Control system 166 Selective, SmartKey 109 Selective, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 115 Time 171 Shelf below rear window, cleaning 368 Shift lock 495 Shift program mode 189 Index Shifting Into optimal gear range (automatic transmission) 191 Side impact air bags 72 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses 365 Side windows see Power windows Sidewall 352 SmartKey see Key, SmartKey Snow chains 356 Snow tires 355 Spare fuses 462 Spare wheel 422 Mounting 445 Speed settings Cruise control 242 Distronic* 249 Speedometer 25, 245 Split rear bench seat* 260 SRS 66, 495 Indicator lamp 25, 380 Message in display 415 SRS indicator lamp 25 Standing lamps 143 Standing water, Driving through 308 Starter switch 36 Positions 36 Starting difficulties, Engine 51 Starting, Engine 50 Steering column 43 Steering wheel 42 Buttons 26 Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Supplemental Restraint System see SRS Suspension tuning For comfortable driving style 255 For sporty driving style 255 Suspension tuning see Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch Symbols used in this operatorâ€™s gearshifting E 55 AMG Automatic transmission 191 Steering wheel, Cleaning 368 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 290 Storage box in cargo compartment 268 Storage compartments 30 Center console 272 Cup holder 275 Glove box 272 Parcel net in front passenger footwell Rear center console 273 Ruffled storage bags 273 Storing Tires 326 Submenus In control system Submenus see Control system submenus Sun visors 199 manual 15 Tachometer 25, 153 Overspeed range 153 Tail lamps 436 Cleaning lenses 365 Messages in display 412 Replacing bulbs 436 Tailgate Closing 122 Lock button, KEYLESS-GO* 118 Message in display 416 Opening 110, 120 Tar stains 363 511 Index Technical data Tele Aid 282, 495 Air conditioning refrigerant 485 Brake fluid 485 Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 482 Coolant 487 Electrical system 479 Engine 470 Engine oil additives 485 Engine oils 485 Fuel requirements 487 Gasoline additives 486 Premium unleaded gasoline 486 Rims and tires 472 Weight 481 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 484 Emergency calls 284 Information 287 Initiating an emergency call manually 285 Message in display 415 Messages in display 414 Remote door unlock 289 Roadside Assistance 286 SOS button 285 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 290 System self-check 283 Telematics* 495 Telephone* 26, 181, 281 Answering/ending a call 182 Message in display 416 Operation 181 Phone book* 183 Redialing 183 Temperature Display mode Interior temperature 207, 221 Setting display unit Tether attachment points, see Cihildren in the vehicle 512 Tie-down rings, Cargo compartment 264 Tightening torque 450, 495 Time 171, 172 Setting minutes 171 TIN 352 Tire Vehicle maximum load on 353 Tire and Loading Information Placard 328 Tire and Loading Terminology 350 Tire Identification Number see TIN Tire inflation pressure 442 Checking Tire load rating 352 Tire ply composition and material used 352 Tire Pressure Monitoring System* (TPMS*), (USA only) Checking tire pressure electronically 335 Tire speed rating 352 TIREFIT Instructions for use 440 TIREFIT kit 440 Index Tires 324, 472 Air pressure Care and maintenance 325 Chains 356 Cleaning 326 Direction of rotation, Spinning 327 Driving instructions 305 Important notes, Tire inflation pressure 334 Inflation pressure 335, 339 Information Placard 328 Inspection 325 Messages in display 413 MOExtended system* 340, 451 Problems under-/overinflation 339 Retreads 324 Rims and tires 472 Rotation 353 Service life 325 Sizes 474 Snow 355 Speed rating 306, 343 Storing 326 Temperature 334, 349 Terminology 350 TPMS malfunction telltale 378 Traction 306 Tread depth 326, 355 Wear pattern 353 Winter 355 Tools 419 Top tether see Children in the vehicle Tow-away alarm 103 Towing eye bolt 461 Towing the vehicle 458 Traction 190, 352 Transmission fluid level 320 Transmission gear slector lever see Gear selector lever Traveling abroad 309 Tread 352 Tread depth 326, 355 Treadwear indicators 352 Trip computer 180 Trip odometer 153 Turn signal lamps Cleaning lenses 365 Messages in display 412 Replacing bulbs 435 Turn signals 54 Additional in mirrors 432 Bulbs 432 Cleaning lenses 365 Indicator lamps 25 Turning off engine 61 Twin roller blind 269 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 353 Units, Settings Speedometer 168 Temperature 168 Unleaded gasoline, Premium 486 Uphill driving Cruise control 240 Upholstery Cleaning 368 Useful features 272 513 Index Vacuum line routing diagram label 468 Vehicle Battery 452 Care 362 Control system, settings menu 155 Dimensions 480 Individual settings 165, 167 Locking/unlocking 34, 59, 106 Locking/unlocking in an emergency 424, 425 Lowering 450 Modifications and alterations, Operat- ing safety 16 Towing 458 Washing 362 Weight 481 Vehicle capacity weight 353 Vehicle Identification Number see VIN Vehicle jack 421 Vehicle level control see Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* Vehicle lighting 314 514 Vehicle loading Cargo tie-down rings 264 Instructions 263 Load limit 330 Terminology 350 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 353 Vehicle Recovery services, Stolen (Tele Aid) 290 Vehicle status message memory 164 Vehicle tool kit 419 Vehicle jack 421 Vehicle washing 364 VIN 496 Voice control system* 496 Warning lamps see Lamps, Indicator and warning Warning sounds Distance warning function* 252 Distronic* 246 Parking brake 53 Seat belt telltale 72 Warranty coverage 467 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Washer reservoir level 490 Washing the vehicle 362 Wear pattern, Tires 353 Weight, Vehicle 481 Wheel Change 445 Removing 447 Spare 447 Tightening torque 450 Wheels, Sizes 474 Wheels, Tires and 324 Window curtain air bags 72 Windows see Power windows 231 Windows, cleaning 366 Windshield Cleaning 56 Cleaning wiper blades 366 Defogging 209, 224 Windshield washer fluid 490 Message in display 416 Mixing ratio Refilling 323 Wiping 56 Windshield washer system 490 Windshield wipers 55 Replacing wiper blade 438, 439 Winter driving Block heater* (Canada only) 356 Snow chains 356 Tires 355 Winter driving instructions 307 Winter tires 355 Wood trims, cleaning 369 Xenon headlamps* see Headlamps Index 515 516 Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle. For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com or www.mercedes-benz.ca. Warning! To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury.

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2006 Mercedes-benz E Class Wagon Owners Manual