2003 Mercedes-benz E Class Owners Manual

The brake system requires electrical power to operate.

A malfunction in the vehicle’s power supply or electrical system may impair brake sys- tem operation and switch it into its limp-home (emergency operation) mode. To brake, the driver must then apply signifi- cantly greater brake pedal pressure and de- press the pedal much further to obtain the expected braking effect. If necessary, apply full pressure to the brake pedal. Brakes are only applied to the front wheels. Stopping distance is increased! Adapt your driving style accordingly. SBC brake system (컄 page 77). With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the steering system. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is nec- essary to steer the vehicle. Adapt your driv- ing accordingly.

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Practical hints Towing the vehicle

When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, please note the follow- ing: With the automatic central locking acti- vated and the key in starter switch position 2, or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button (if so equipped) in position 2, the vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic cen- tral locking (컄 page 99). Towing of the vehicle should only be done using the properly installed tow- ing eye bolt. Never attach tow cable, tow rope or tow rod to the vehicle chas- sis, frame or suspension parts.

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The selector lever will remain locked in position P and the key will not turn in the starter switch if the battery is dis- connected or discharged. See notes on the battery (컄 page 343) or on jump starting (컄 page 346).

Installing towing eye bolt

Front of vehicle

To remove cover: 왘 Press mark on cover in direction of ar-

row.

왘 Lift cover off to reveal threaded hole for

towing eye bolt.

The towing eye bolt is supplied with the tool kit (located in the storage compart- ment under the trunk floor). 왘 Screw towing eye bolt in to its stop and

tighten with lug wrench.

To reinstall cover: 왘 Fit cover and snap into place.

1 Cover on right side of front bumper

Rear of vehicle

The towing eye bolt is supplied with the tool kit (located in the storage compart- ment under the trunk floor). 왘 Screw towing eye bolt in to its stop and

tighten with lug wrench.

To reinstall cover: 왘 Fit cover and snap into place.

2 Cover on right side of rear bumper To remove cover: 왘 Pull cover in the direction of the arrow. 왘 Fold cover down to reveal threaded

hole for the towing eye bolt.

Practical hints Towing the vehicle

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Practical hints Fuses Fuses Only install fuses that have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz and that have the specified amperage rat- ing. Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse. Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Fuse box in passenger compartment

Opening 왘 Pull cover 1 open with a screwdriver or

similar tool.

왘 Remove cover 1 rearward.

Closing 왘 Attach cover 1 in the front. 왘 Fold cover 1 in until it engages.

1 Cover

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Practical hints Fuses

Only install fuses that have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz and that have the specified amperage rat- ing. Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse. Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Fuse chart The fuse chart is found in the fuse box in the passenger compartment. The amper- ages of the fuses are also given there.

Spare fuses Spare fuses are found in the vehicle tool kit in the trunk.

Fuse extractor The fuse extractor is found in the vehicle tool kit in the trunk.

2 An additional fuse box is located on the

left-hand side of trunk.

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Technical data Spare parts service

Warranty coverage

Identification labels

Layout of poly-V-belt drive

Engine

Rims and tires

Electrical system

Main dimensions

Weights

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Consumer information

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Technical data Spare parts service

The "Technical data" section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.

The use of non-genuine parts and ac- cessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehi- cle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or could compromise the vehicle’s dura- bility or safety.

Spare parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of original spare parts re- quired for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distri- bution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 different spare parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically developed, manufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz original spare parts should be installed.

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Technical data Warranty coverage

Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Spare Parts and Accessories Warranties, copies of which are available at any authorized Mer- cedes-Benz Center.

Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet

Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information Booklet, have your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a re- placement. It will be mailed to you.

Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will ex- change or repair any defective parts origi- nally installed on the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties: 앫 New Car Limited Warranty 앫 Emission System Warranty 앫 Emission Performance Warranty 앫 California, Maine, Massachusetts, and

Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

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Technical data Identification labels Identification labels

1 Certification label

2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

3 Information label, California version

Vacuum line routing for emission con- trol system

4 Engine number (engraved on engine) 5 Emission control label When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers.

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Layout of poly-V-belt drive E 320/E 500

1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air conditioner compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator (alternator) 7 Idler pulley

Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive

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Technical data Engine Engine

Model Engine Mode of operation No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 1349

Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349

E 320 (211.0651) 112
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.54 in (89.90 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 195.2 cu.in. (3199 cm3) 10:1
221 hp/5700 rpm (165 kW/5700 rpm) 232 ft.lb/3000 rpm (315 Nm/3000 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5
7 ft 10 in (2390 mm)

E 500 (211.0701) 113
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 302.9 cu.in. (4966 cm3) 10:1
302 hp/5600 rpm (225 kW/5600 rpm) 339 ft.lb/2700 rpm (460 Nm/2700 rpm) 6000 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
7 ft 10 in (2390 mm)

Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

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Rims and tires Use only tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Other tires and rims can have detrimental effects, such as: 앫 Poor handling characteristics 앫 Increased noise 앫 Increased fuel consumption

Same-sized tires

Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires (radial-ply tires) Winter tires (radial-ply tires) 1 Must not be used with snow chains.

Technical data Rims and tires

Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz may under load ex- hibit dimensional variations and differ- ent tire deformation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts. Damage to the tires or the vehi- cle can be the result.

Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A tire inflation pressure table is located on the fuel fill- er cap of the vehicle. The tire pressure should only be adjusted on cold tires. Follow the tire manufacturer’s mainte- nance recommendation included with the vehicle.

E 320
8J x 16 ET 39
1.53 in (39 mm) 225/55 R 16 95 H 225/55 R 16 95 H M+S

E 500
8½J x 17 ET 38
1.5 in (38 mm) 245/45 R 17 95 H1 245/45 R 17 95 H M+S1

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Technical data Rims and tires

Minispare wheel

Sport package

E 320*/ E 500*

8J x 17 ET 38

Same-sized tires Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires (radial-ply tires) Winter tires (radial-ply tires) 1 Must not be used with snow chains.

1.5 in (38 mm) 245/45 R 17 95 H1

245/45 R 17 95 M+S1

E 320 / E 500
4J x 17 ET 34
1.34 (34 mm) T 155/70 R 171

Rim Wheel offset Tire 1 Must not be used with snow chains.

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Technical data Electrical system

Electrical system

Model Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery (auxiliary) Battery (main) Spark plugs

Electrode gap Tightening torque

E 320
14 V/120 A 14 V/1.4 KW 12 V/12 Ah 12 V/95 Ah Bosch F8 DPP 332U NGK PFR 5R-11
0.039 in (1.00 mm) 18.5 - 22 ft.lb (25 - 30 Nm)

E 500
14 V/120 A 14 V/1.7 KW 12 V/12 Ah 12 V/95 Ah Bosch F8 DPP 332U NGK PFR 5R-11
0.039 in (1.00 mm) 18.5 - 22 ft.lb (25 - 30 Nm)

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Technical data Main dimensions Main dimensions

Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width Overall vehicle height Overall vehicle height (AIRMATIC DC*) (optional on E320; standard on E500) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear

E 320
189.7 in (4818 mm) 78.3 in (1990 mm) 57.2 in (1452 mm) 56.2 in (1428 mm)

112.4 in (2854 mm) 62.1 in (1577 mm) 61.8 in (1570 mm)

E 500
189.7 in (4818 mm) 78.3 in (1990 mm)

56.3 in (1430 mm)

112.4 in (2854 mm) 62.1 in (1577 mm) 61.8 in (1570 mm)

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Weights

Roof load max. Trunk load max.

220 lb (100 kg) 220 lb (100 kg)

Technical data Weights

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities

Engine with oil filter

Automatic transmission Rear axle

Power steering

Front wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system

Fuel tank including a reserve of

Air conditioner system

1 MB part no. 001 989 21 03 10

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Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us.

Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser- vice Products Pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Model E 320
E 500

E 320
E 500

E 320
E 500

Capacity 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 8.0 US qt (7.5 l) 8.0 US qt (7.5 l) 1.06 US qt (1 l) 1.37 US qt (1.3 l) approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Recommended engine oils

MB Automatic Transmission Oil1
Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90

MB Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S)

approx. 3.0 oz (85 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease 0.64 US qt (0.6 l) approx. 10.7 US qt (10 l) approx. 11.9 US qt (11.3 l) 21.12 US gal (80.0 l) 2.38 US gal (9.0 l)

MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4+) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze

Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane 91 (Avg. of 96
RON/86 MON) R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lu- bricant oil (never R-12)

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Windshield washer Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available pre-

mixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing. Follow suggested mixing ratios (컄 page 372).

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. MB Windshield Washer Concentrate1
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate1

Capacity

Model E 320, E 500 4.8 US qt (4.5 l) E 320, E 500 7.4 US qt (7.0 l)

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Engine oils

Engine oil additives

Brake fluid

Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, use only engine oils recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Information on recom- mended brands is available in the Factory Approved Service Products Pamphlet, or at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Please follow FSS recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so could result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may be harmful to the engine opera- tion. Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Air conditioner refrigerant

R-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used in the air conditioner system. Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lu- bricating oil. Otherwise damage to the system will occur.

During vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere. Under extremely strenu- ous operating conditions, this moisture content can lead to the formation of bub- bles in the system, thus reducing the sys- tem’s efficiency. Therefore, the brake fluid must be re- placed every two years, preferably in the spring. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will pro- vide you with additional information.

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Premium unleaded gasoline

Fuel requirements

Gasoline additives

To maintain the engine’s durability and performance, premium unleaded gaso- line must be used. If premium unleaded gasoline is not available and low octane fuel is used, follow these precautions: 앫 Have the fuel tank only partially

filled with unleaded regular and fill up with premium unleaded as soon as possible

앫 Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt

acceleration

앫 Do not exceed an engine speed of 3000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded with a light load such as two per- sons and no luggage

앫 Do not exceed 2/3 of maximum ac- celerator pedal position if the vehi- cle is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain

Use only premium unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM standard D 439: 앫 The octane number (posted at the

pump) must be 91 min. It is an average of both the Research (R) Octane Num- ber and the Motor (M) Octane Number: (R+M)/2). This is also known as the ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.

Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, IPA, IBA and TBA can be used provided the ratio of any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10%; MTBE is not to exceed 15%. The ratio of methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents. Using mixtures of ethanol and methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be used. These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling range, vapor pressure, etc.

A major concern among engine manufac- turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso- line. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build-up of carbon depos- its. After an extended period of using fuels without such additives, carbon deposits can build up especially on the intake valves and in the combustion area, leading to en- gine performance problems such as: 앫 Warm-up hesitation 앫 Unstable idle 앫 Knocking/pinging 앫 Misfire 앫 Power loss Do not blend any specific fuel additives with fuel. This only results in unnecessary costs and may be harmful to the engine op- eration.

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

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 pro- vides: 앫 Corrosion protection 앫 Freeze protection 앫 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 corro- sion protection.

If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -22°F (-30°C), the boiling point of the cool- ant in the pressurized cooling system is reached at approximately 266°F (130°C). The coolant solution must be used year-round to provide the necessary corro- sion protection and increase boil-over pro- tection. You should have it replaced every 15 years or 150 000 miles (250 000 km), whichever comes first. Coolant system design and coolant used stipulate the replacement interval. The above replacement interval is only applica- ble if MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze solution or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification (see Facto- ry Approved Service Products pamphlet) are used to renew the coolant concentra- tion or bring it back up to the proper level.

To provide important corrosion protection, the solution must be at least 45% anticor- rosion/antifreeze [equivalent to freeze protection to approx. - 22°F (-30°C)]. If you use a solution that is more than 55% anticorrosion/antifreeze [freeze protec- tion to approx. - 49°F (-45°C)], the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution. Therefore, do not use more than this amount of anticorrosion/antifreeze.

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If the coolant level is low, water and MB Anticorrosion/Antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level (have cool- ing 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 you are not sure about the water quality, con- sult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of alumi- num parts. The use of aluminum compo- nents in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifical- ly formulated to protect the aluminum parts. (Failure to use such anticorro- sion/antifreeze coolant will result in a sig- nificantly shortened service life.)

Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity

Model

E 320
E 500

Approx. freeze protection – 35°F (– 37°C) 5.3 US qt (5.0 l) 6.0 US qt (5.65 l)

– 49°F (– 45°C) 5.9 US qt (5.5 l) 6.6 US qt (6.2 l)

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Therefore, the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle: Mercedes-Benz 325.0 Anticorrosion/Anti- freeze Agent. Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in 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.

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Windshield and headlamp washer system

Both the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied from the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of approx.: 앫 7.4 US qt. (7 l) in vehicles with a head- lamp cleaning system* or heated reser- voir

앫 4.8 US qt. (4.5 l) in vehicles without a

headlamp cleaning system

왘 Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water (or con- centrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze, depending on am- bient temperatures).

Warning

Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma- ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may burn. You can be seriously burned.

Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "S" and water: 앫 1 part "S" to 100 parts water [40 ml "S" to 1 gallon (4 liters) water]. For temperatures below freezing use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "S" and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze: 앫 1 part "S" to 100 parts solvent [40 ml "S" to 1 gallon (4 liters) solvent].

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Consumer information The following text is published as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars un- der Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regula- tions, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966".

Uniform tire quality grading

Quality grades can be found, where appli- cable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:

Tread wear 200

Traction AA

Temperature

All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.

Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rat- ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For ex- ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1½) times as well on the gov- ernment course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Technical data Consumer information

Traction The traction grades, from highest to low- est, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades rep- resent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance.

Warning

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

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Warning

The temperature grade for this tire is estab- lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underin- flation, or excessive loading, either sepa- rately or in combination, can cause excessive heat build-up and possible tire failure.

Technical data Consumer information

Temperature The temperature grades are A (the high- est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- tance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high tem- perature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and ex- cessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of perfor- mance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

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Technical terms

ABS

(Antilock Brake System) Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.

Alignment bolt

Metal pin with thread. The centering pin is an aid used when changing a tire to align the wheel with the wheel hub.

BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system

This system detects if a special system compatible child restraint seat is in- stalled on the front passenger seat. The system will automatically deactivate the passenger front airbag when such a seat is properly installed (PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp located in the center console lights up). See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.

BabySmartTM compatible child seats

CAC

Special restraint system for children. The sensor system for the passenger seat prevents deployment of the pas- senger side airbag if a BabySmartTM compatible child seat is installed.

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.

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.

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Technical terms

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.

Distronic*

Engine number

A driving convenience cruise control system which helps the driver maintain a pre-selected speed: 앫 If there is no vehicle directly ahead,

the system operates in the same way as conventional ->cruise con- trol.

앫 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.

DTR

(->Distronic*)

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.

ESP

(Electronic Stability Program) Improves vehicle handling and direc- tional stability.

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Technical terms

ETD

GPS

Kickdown

(Emergency Tensioning Device) Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear collisions exceeding the sys- tem's threshold to tighten the seat belts. ->SRS

(Global Positioning System) Satellite-based system for relaying geographic location information to and from vehicles equipped with special re- ceivers. Employs CD 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.

FSS

Instrument cluster

Lock button

(Flexible Service System) Service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle maintenance service is due.

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.

The displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, in- cluding the tachometer, speedometer and fuel gauge.

Button on the door which indicates whether the door is locked or un- locked. Pushing the lock button down on an individual door from inside will lock that door.

Memory function*

Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and mirror positions for each key.

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Technical terms

Menu

Multifunction display

Power train

The control system displays are ar- ranged in menus. Each menu contains a number of commands for particular systems. In the Audio menu, for exam- ple, you will find the commands SELECT RADIO STATION or OPERATE CD PLAYER. Using commands you can di- rectly change the settings for your ve- hicle.

MON

(Motor Octane Number) The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized meth- od. It is an indication of a gasoline'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.

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.

Overspeed range

Engine speeds within the red marking of 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.

Collective term designating all compo- nents used to generate and transmit motive power to the drive axles, includ- ing: 앫 Engine 앫 Clutch/torque converter 앫 Transmission 앫 Transfer case* 앫 Drive shaft 앫 Axle shafts/axles

Program mode selector switch

Used to switch the automatic transmis- sion between standard operation S and winter operation W.

Remote Vehicle Diagnostics

Transmission of vehicle data and cur- rent location to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center for sub- scribers to the Tele Aid service.

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Technical terms

Restraint systems

Shift lock

Seat belts, belt tensioners, airbags 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- line'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.

SBC

(Sensotronic Brake Control) Electronically controlled hydraulic braking system for increased braking safety and comfort.

When the vehicle is parked, this lock prevents the transmission selector le- ver from being moved out of position P without key turned and brake pedal de- pressed.

SRS

(Supplemental Restraint System) Seat belts, emergency tensioning de- vice and airbags. Though independent systems, they are closely interfaced to provide effective occupant protection.

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- viding that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not dam- aged and cellular and GPS coverage is available. Telematics*

A combination of the terms "telecom- munications" and "informatics".

Tightening torque

Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug wrench) with which threaded fasteners such as wheel bolts are tightened.

Tire speed rating

Part of a tire designation; indicates the speed range for which a tire is ap- proved.

Traction

Force exerted by the vehicle on the road via the tires.

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Vehicle level control

VIN

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.

(Vehicle Identification Number) The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the body to uniquely identify each vehicle produced.

Voice recognition system*

Voice control system for car phones, portable cell phones and audio sys- tems (radio, CD, etc.).

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Index

ABS 73, 375

Malfunction indicator lamp 289
Messages in display 296
Warning lamp 289

Accelerator position, automatic

transmission 156

Accident

In case of 49

Activating

High beams 115
Ignition 31
Ignition with KEYLESS-GO* start/stop

button 33

Immobilizer 52, 81
Rear fog lamp 113
Rear window defroster 169, 180
Residual heat 171, 182
Tow-away alarm 83
Windshield wipers 47

Seat height 35
Seats 34
Steering column height 38
Steering column length 38
Steering wheel 37
Air conditioner (cooling)

Turning off 170, 181
Turning on 170, 181

Air distribution

Adjusting 166, 177

Air conditioning (cooling) 170, 181
Air recirculation mode 168, 178
Anti-theft alarm system 82
Automatic climate control 174
Central locking (control system) 142
Charcoal filter 180
Climate control 164
Defrost 167
Distance warning function* 206
Distronic* 202
Easy-entry/exit feature* 143
ESP 77
Exterior headlamps 46
Exterior lamps 113
Hazard warning flasher 115
Headlamps 46

Adjustable air outlets, rear passenger

Air outlets, rear passenger compartment

compartment 182

Adjusting 34

Air distribution 166, 177
Air volume 166, 177
Backrest tilt 36
Exterior rear view mirror 39
Head restraint height 36
Head restraint tilt 36
Inside rear view mirror 38
Instrument cluster illumination 118
Mirrors 38
Multicontour seat* 104
Seat cushion depth 105
Seat cushion tilt 36
Seat fore and aft adjustment 35

Adjustable 182

Air recirculation mode 167, 178

Activating 168, 178
Deactivating 168, 179

Air volume

Adjusting 166, 177

Airbags 57

BabySmartTM airbag deactivation

system 67, 375

Children 58
Front 60
Passenger 60
Safety guidelines 59
Side impact 61
Window curtain 61

381

Index

AIRMATIC DC (Dual Control) 209
Alarm

Automatic central locking

Activating/deactivating (control

Audible 72, 82
Canceling 82
Visual 82
Alarm system

Anti-theft 82

Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 340, 375
Antiglare

Automatic 157

Antilock brake system (ABS) 375
Anti-theft alarm system

Arming 82
Canceling alarm 82
Disarming 82

Anti-theft systems 81

Anti-theft alarm system 82
Immobilizer 81
Tow-away alarm 82

Ashtray 231
AUDIO menu 126

Selecting radio station 127
Automatic antiglare for rear view

mirror 157

system) 142

Automatic climate control

Temperature sensor 27

Automatic climate control* 172
Adjusting air distribution 177
Adjusting air volume 166, 177
Air recirculation mode 178
Defrosting 178
Rear window defroster 169, 180
Residual heat utilization 182
Residual ventilation 182
Setting the temperature 176
Automatic headlamp mode 113
Automatic lighting control

Activating 116
Deactivating 116

Automatic locking when driving 99
Automatic transmission 151
Accelerator position 156
Emergency operation (Limp Home

Mode) 156

Gear ranges 153

Gear selector lever position 154
Gear shifting malfunctions 156
Kickdown 156
One-touch gearshifting 152
Program mode selector switch 155
Selector lever position 151
Starting the engine 43
Winter program mode 155

BabySmartTM

Compatible child seats 375
Self-test 68

BabySmartTM airbag deactivation

system 67, 375

Backrest

Folding forward 220
Folding rearward 221

BAS 74, 375

Messages in display 297, 298

Batteries, SmartKey Changing 329
Check lamp 87
Checking 88

382

Batteries, vehicle

Charging 344
Disconnecting 344
Messages in display 303, 304
Reconnecting 345
Removing 344
Service 343

Battery discharged

Jump starting 346

Bi-Xenon headlamps* 375
Blocking

Rear window operation 71
Brake assist system (BAS) 375
Brake pads

Message in display 305

Brakes

Warning lamp 291

Bulbs, replacing

CAC (Customer Assistance Center) 375
Calling up

Distronic* settings 128
Range (distance to empty) 147

CAN system 375
Cargo area see Trunk 88
Cargo tie-down rings 225
Cassette player

Operating 128

CD player*

Operating 127, 128

Center console

Lower part 26
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator

lamp 294

Upper part 25

Centigrade

Front lamps 332, 334
High beam bulb (Bi-Xenon* headlamps

Setting temperature units 134

Central locking

only) 334

License plate lamps 336
Parking lamps 335
Standing lamps 335
Tail lamp assemblies 336

Automatic 99
From inside 100
Switch 100
Switching on/off (control

system) 142

Unlocking from inside 100

Index

Central locking switch 100
Changing

Batteries (SmartKey) 329
Key setting 143
Vehicle level 210

Charcoal filter 180
Charging

Vehicle batteries 344

Child safety 65
Airbags 58
Infant and child restraint systems 61,

65

Child safety switch see Blocking of rear

window operation 71

Cigarette lighter 232
Cleaning

Headlamps 158
Parktronic* system sensor 284
Windshield 48

Cleaning and care of the vehicle

Distronic system sensor 283
MB Tex upholstery 285

Climate control 162

Adjusting 166
Defrosting 167
Setting the temperature 165

383

Index

Clock 137
Closing

Glove box 226
Side windows 184
Side windows with KEYLESS-GO* 92
Sliding/pop-up roof* 187
Sliding/pop-up roof* with

KEYLESS-GO* 92

Sliding/pop-up roof* with

SmartKey 188, 192

Trunk lid 96
Windows 184
Windows with SmartKey 185

Cockpit 20, 375
COMAND* see separate operating instruc-

tions

Combination switch 115
High beam flasher 47
Turn signals 46
Windshield wipers 47

Consumer information 373
Control system 121, 376

AUDIO menu 126
Convenience submenu 143
Display digital speedometer 126
Distronic* menu 128

384

Functions 125
Instrument cluster submenu 134,

136

Lighting submenu 138
Malfunction memory menu 129
Menus 124, 125, 378
Multifunction display 121
Multifunction steering wheel 122
Selecting radio system 127
Settings menu 130
Standard display menu 126
Submenus 123, 125
TEL* menu 147
Trip computer menu 145
Vehicle submenu 142

Convenience submenu 143
Activating easy-entry/exit

feature* 143

Setting key dependency 144
Setting parking position for exterior

rear view mirror 144

Coolant

Messages in display 311, 312
Temperature display 119
Warning lamp 292, 311

Cruise control 194, 376

Canceling 195
Driving downhill 195
Driving uphill 195
Fine adjustment 196
Lever 201
Saving current speed 195
Setting speeds 196
Cruise control lever 194
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) 375

Daytime running lamp mode 114

Setting 139

Deactivating

Air conditioner 170
Air recirculation mode 168, 179, 180
Alarm 82
Anti-theft alarm system 82
Automatic climate control 169, 174
Central locking (control system) 142
Climate control 164
Cruise control 195
Defrost 167, 178
Distance warning function* 206
Distronic* 204
Engine with KEYLESS-GO* 53
Engine with the key 52

ESP 76
Exterior lamps 113
Hazard warning flasher 115
Headlamps 51
Immobilizer 81
Interior lighting delayed

switch-off 141

Rear window defroster 169, 180
Residual heat 171
Tow-away alarm 83

Deceleration

With Distronic* 200

Defogging

Windshield 166, 177

Defrosting 167, 178
Delayed switch-off

Interior lighting 141

Dialing

A number (telephone) 149

Difficulties

While driving see Problems while

driving 48

With starting 44

Digital speedometer 126
Discharged battery

Jump starting 346

Display

Selecting 135, 136

Displays

Digital speedometer 126
Distronic* 199
Messages 264
Selecting 135
Service indicator 275
Showing malfunctions 130

Distance

Decreasing in Distronic* 205
Increasing in Distronic* 205
Warning function 205
Distance to empty (range)

Calling up 145

Distance warning function* 205

Activating 206
Deactivating 206
DTR* warning lamp 205
Intermittent warning sound 205
Symbol in multifunction display 129

Distronic* 197, 376

Activated 201
Activating 202
Calling up settings 128, 200
Cleaning sensors 283

Index

Cover 283
Cruise control lever 201
Deactivated 201
Deactivating 204
Deceleration 200
Decreasing distance 205
Displays in the speedometer dial 199
Distance warning function 205
Driving hints 206
Fine adjustment 203
Increasing distance 205
Intermittent signal tone 199
Menu 200
Messages in display 300
Resetting stored speed 203
Setting a higher speed 202
Setting a slower speed 203
Setting the current speed 202
Setting the following distance in

Distronic 204

Warning and indicator lamps 199

Door entry lamps 117
Door unlock

With Tele Aid* 241

385

Index

Doors

Message in display 323
Opening from inside vehicle 93
Opening from outside 87, 91

Downhill driving

Cruise control 195

Downshifting 152
Driving

General instructions 40
Problems 48
Safety systems 73
With Distronic* 206

Driving hints

SBC brake system 79

Driving safety systems

ABS 73
BAS 74
ESP 75, 376
SBC brake system 77

Driving systems 194
AIRMATIC DC 209
Cruise control 194
Distronic* 197
Driving safety systems 73
Vehicle level control 209

DTR see Distronic* 376

386

Dual control

AIRMATIC DC 209

Easy-entry/exit

Message in display 310

Easy-entry/exit feature* 102

Activating 143
Interrupting movement 102, 143

Electrical fuses 352
Electrical system 363
Electronic Stability Program see ESP 75,

376

Emergency call system* 235
Emergency calls

Initiating an emergency call 237
With Tele Aid* 236

Emergency operation (Limp Home

Mode) 156

Emergency operations

Releasing trunk lid from inside 97
Remote door unlock 241
Sliding/pop-up roof* or panorama slid-

ing/pop-up roof* 331

Unlocking the vehicle 327

Emergency tensioning device 377
Emergency tensioning device see

ETD 377

Ending

A call (telephone) 149

Engine 360

Starting 43
Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 44
Starting with the key 44
Turning off with the key 52

Engine number 376
Engine oil

Adding 263
Additives 368
Checking level 262
Display messages 299, 300
Filler neck 263
Messages in display 264, 300
Viscosity 376

ESP 75, 376

Switching off 76
Switching on 77
Warning lamp 288

ETD 377

Safety guidelines 59
Exterior lamp switch 112

Index

Exterior rear view mirrors

Adjusting 39
Parking position for 144

Fahrenheit

Setting temperature units 134

Fastening the seat belts 40
Fine adjustment

Cruise control 196
Distronic* 203

First aid kit 324
Flat tire 338

Spare wheel 338

Flexible Service System (FSS) 275, 377
Fog lamp, rear 114
Fog lamps, front 114

Messages in display 316
Replacing bulbs 332
Switching on 114

Front airbags 60
Front lamps 332

Messages in display 313
Replacing bulbs 334
Switching on 112

Front seat head restraints

Power seat 103

Front seats

Heater* 107

Garage door opener 27, 243

FSS (Flexible Service System) 275, 377
Fuel 260

Premium unleaded gasoline 260

Erasing in remote control 246
Integrated remote control 244
Rolling code programming 245

Fuel consumption statistics

After start 146
Since last reset 146

Fuel filler flap 259

Locking 259
Unlocking 259

Fuel reserve tank

Message in display 313, 323

Fuel tank

Filler flap 259

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 366
Functions (control system) 125

Resetting 131

Fuse chart 353
Fuses 352

Fuse chart 353
Fuse extractor 353
Spare fuses 353

Gasoline see Fuel 260
Gear range 377

Automatic transmission 153
Limiting 153
Shifting into optimal 152

Gear range limit

Canceling 152
Gear selector lever Position 154

Global

Locking 87
Locking with KEYLESS-GO* 91
Unlocking 87
Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO* 91
Global Positioning System (GPS) 377
Glove box 226
Closing 226
Opening 226

Good visibility 157
GPS 377
GPS see COMAND* 243

387

Index

Grarage door opener 27

Hood 261

Hand-held transmitter

Programming integrated remote

control 244

Hazard warning flasher 115

Switching off 115
Switching on 115
Head restraints 103
Headlamps

Automatic control 113
Bi-Xenon 375
Cleaning system* 158
Switching off 51
Switching on 46
Heated seats* 107
Height adjustment

Head restraints 36
Steering wheel 37
Vehicle level 209

High beam flasher 47, 115
High beam headlamps 332
Messages in display 316
Switching on 115

388

Closing 261
Message in display 313
Opening 261

Identification labels 358
Ignition 31, 33

Switching on 44

Immobilizer 81

Activating 81
Deactivating 81

Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and

warning

Infant and child restraint systems 65
Info services 242
Information

About service and warranty 10
Button for Tele Aid* 239

Inside rear view mirror

Adjusting 38

Instrument 22
Instrument cluster 118, 377

Coolant temperature display 119
Illumination 118
Multifunction display 121
Outside temperature indicator 120

Selecting language 135

Instrument lighting 118, 119
Integrated remote control

Canadian programming 245
Erasing memory 246
Hand-held transmitter 244
Operating 246
Rolling code programming 245

Interior lighting 116

Activating automatic control 116
Deactivating automatic control 116
Delayed switch-off 141
Manual operation 116

Interior storage spaces 226

Glove box 226

Jump starting 346

Key (SmartKey)

Changing the batteries 329

Key dependency memory

Settings 144

Key positions in starter switch 31
Key, electronic

Messages in display 323

Key, Mechanical 327
Key, SmartKey

Battery check lamp 87
Checking the batteries 88
Factory setting 87
Global locking 87
Global unlocking 87
Loss of 89
Positions in starter switch 31
Remote controls 86
Restoring to factory setting 87
Selective setting 87
Starting the engine 44
Turning off the engine 52
Unlocking the trunk lid 88
Unlocking with 30

Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*

Turning off the engine 53

KEYLESS-GO*

Activating ignition with 33
Closing side windows 92
Closing sliding/pop-up roof* 92
Factory setting 91
Global locking 91
Global unlocking 91
Important notes 90

Locking the vehicle 92
Remote controls 89
Starting the engine 44
Turning off engine 53
Unlocking with 32
Unlocking, trunk lid 92

KEYLESS-GO* card

Messages in display 309

Keys 86
Kickdown 156, 377
Kilometers/miles in speedometer 134
Km/h or mph in speedometer 134

Lamp bulbs, exterior 332
Lamps, exterior Front 332
Light sensor 313
Messages in display 313–?? Replacing bulbs for rear 333, 336

Lamps, indicator and warning

ABS 289
Airbag Off 61
Battery (SmartKey) 87
Brakes 291
Coolant 292
DTR* 199

Index

ESP 288
SBC 77
Seat belts 293
SRS 56

Language

Multifunction display 135
Setting 135

Layout of poly-V-belt drive 359
Level control system

AIRMATIC DC 209

Lever

Cruise control 201

License plate lamps 333

Messages in display 316
Replacing bulbs 336

Light sensor 313
Lighter see Cigarette lighter 232
Lighting 112

Automatic headlamp mode 113
Combination switch 115
Daytime running lamp mode 114
Door entry lamps 117
Exterior lamp switch 112
Front fog lamps 114
High beams 115
Instrument cluster illumination 118

389

Index

Instruments 118, 119
Interior 116
Locator lighting 114
Low beam 112
Manual headlamp mode 113
Night security illumination 114
Parking lamps 112
Rear fog lamp 114
Settings (control system) 138
Trunk lamp 117

Limiting the gear range 153
Limp Home Mode 156
Loading 216

Cargo tie-down rings 225
Instructions 224
Roof rack 216
Ski sack* 216
Split rear bench seat 219

Locator lighting 114

Setting 139
Lock button 377

Door handle (KEYLESS-GO*) 53

Locking 50, 86

Automatic while driving 99
Centrally from inside 100