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Contents


Index ....................................................... 4


At a glance ........................................... 25


Introduction ......................................... 20


Safety and security ............................. 35


Controls in detail ................................. 75


Operation ........................................... 219


Practical hints ................................... 267


Technical data ................................... 345


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1, 2, 3 ... 4-ETS


4MATIC


see ETS/4-ETS


see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)


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


Armrest, front


Armrest, rear


see Hydroplaning


Storage compartment .................... 202


Storage compartment .................... 202
Ashtrays ............................................. 206
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 250
Assistance menu ............................... 137


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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


BabySmart™


Backrest


Backup lamps


Air bag deactivation system ............. 46
Self-test ........................................... 47


see Seats


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


Brake pads


Cleaning lenses ............................. 262


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
Bulbs


see Replacing bulbs


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CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 23
California retail buyers and lessees, important notice for ............. 21
Calls (phone) ...................................... 135
Can holders


see Cup holders


Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .................................. 359
Cargo tie-down rings ......................... 199
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 266
Center console ..................................... 32
Central locking


Automatic ................................ 80, 144
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 77
Locking/unlocking from inside ........ 81
SmartKey ......................................... 76
Central locking/unlocking switch ..... 81
Ceramic brake system ...................... 256
Certification label .............................. 346
Children in the vehicle


Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system ............................................. 46
Child safety locks (rear doors) ......... 60
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type (ISOFIX) ........................................... 59
Indicator lamp, front passenger front air bag off (Canada only) ......... 46
Indicator lamp, front passenger front air bag off (USA only) .............. 43
Infant and child restraint systems .... 56
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type) ..................................... 59
OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........................................... 43
Override switch ................................ 60
Safety notes ..................................... 56
Tether anchorage points .................. 58
Top tether ........................................ 58


Child safety


see Children in the vehicle


Child seat anchors – LATCH-type (ISOFIX)


see Children in the vehicle


Chrome-plated exhaust tip, cleaning .............................................. 266


Cigarette lighter ................................ 206
Climate control


see Climate control system Climate control system .................... 180
Air conditioning ............................. 185
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 362
Air distribution ............................... 189
Air recirculation mode ................... 190
Air volume ..................................... 189
Automatic mode ............................ 186
Deactivating system ...................... 185
Front defroster .............................. 189
Maximum cooling MAX COOL ........ 190
Residual heat and ventilation ......... 191
Temperature .................................. 186
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 250
Collapsible wheel chock ................... 270
COMAND system


see separate COMAND system operating instructions Combination switch .......................... 100
Compass ............................................ 216
Control system .................................. 126
Multifunction display ..................... 128
Multifunction steering wheel ......... 126
Resetting to factory settings .......... 139
Control system menus ...................... 129
AMG ............................................... 131
Assistance ..................................... 137
Audio ............................................. 134
Navi ............................................... 134
Service ........................................... 138
Settings ......................................... 139
Telephone ...................................... 135
Trip ................................................ 129


Control system submenus


Convenience .................................. 145
Instrument cluster ......................... 140
Lighting .......................................... 141
Vehicle ........................................... 144


Convenience submenu


Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 145
Seat belt adjustment function ....... 145


Coolant


Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 365
Capacities ...................................... 361
Checking level ............................... 226


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Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 295
Temperature gauge ........................ 125
Warning lamp ................................. 311
Corner-illuminating lamps ................ 102
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Cruise control .................................... 146
Activating ....................................... 147
Canceling ....................................... 147
Changing the set speed ................. 148
Last stored speed .......................... 148
Lever .............................................. 147
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 279
Resume function ............................ 148
Setting current speed .................... 147
Cup holders ........................................ 203
Curb weight ....................................... 250
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23


Damping system ............................... 163
Dashboard


see Instrument cluster Data recording ..................................... 23
Daytime running lamp mode .............. 98
Switching on or off ......................... 141


Deep water


Defroster


see Standing water


Front (Climate control system) ...... 189
Rear window .................................. 191


Delayed shut-off


Exterior lamps ................................ 142
Interior lighting .............................. 143


Department of Transportation


see DOT


Diesel fuel


Difficulties


see Fuel


While driving .................................. 112
With starting .................................. 110


Dimensions (vehicle)


see Vehicle specification Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 241


Displays


DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 151
Maintenance service indicator ....... 258
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 272
Multifunction display ..................... 128
Symbol messages .......................... 287
Text messages ............................... 274
Trip computer ................................ 129
Vehicle status message memory ... 139
Vehicle system settings ................. 139
DISTRONIC PLUS ............................... 149
Cleaning system sensors ............... 263
Displaying the distance graphic ..... 152
Displays in the multifunction display ........................................... 151
Distance warning lamp .......... 151, 309
Driving ........................................... 154
Driving with .................................... 157
Lever .............................................. 153
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 280
Resume function ............................ 156
Sensor cover .................................. 263
Speed settings ............................... 155
Stopping ........................................ 155
Door control panel .............................. 34
Door handles ........................................ 34
Doors


Child safety locks ............................ 60
Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) ... 77
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 76
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 293
Opening from inside ......................... 80
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 212
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 211
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 314


DOT (Department of Transportation) .................................. 250
Drinking and driving ......................... 254
Drive-dynamic multicontour seat ...... 91
Driving


Abroad ........................................... 257
Hydroplaning ................................. 257
Instructions ........................... 109, 254
In winter ........................................ 253
Problems ....................................... 112


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RACE START (E 63 AMG) ............... 159
Safety systems ................................ 61
Systems ......................................... 146
Through standing water ................. 257
With DISTRONIC PLUS ................... 157


Driving and parking


Safety notes .................................. 109
Driving off .................................. 111, 257
Driving safety systems ....................... 61
ABS .................................................. 62
Adaptive Brake ................................ 64
BAS .................................................. 63
BAS PLUS ........................................ 63
EBP .................................................. 64
ESC .................................................. 65
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 65
PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 69


Driving systems


AIRMATIC (except E 63 AMG) ........ 163
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 161
AMG adaptive sport suspension system (E 63 AMG) ........................ 164
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 178
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 175
Cruise control ................................ 146
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 149
Hill-start assist system .................. 160
HOLD function ............................... 161
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 177
Night View Assist Plus ................... 172
Parking Guidance ........................... 168
Parktronic system .......................... 165
RACE START (E 63 AMG) ............... 159
Rear view camera .......................... 171


Driving tips, automatic transmission ...................................... 119


Easy-entry/exit feature .............. 93, 145
EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) ...................................... 64
Electrical system


Improper work on or modifications ................................... 22
Power outlets ................................. 207


Electrical system (Technical data)


see Vehicle specification


Electronic Stability Control


see ESC


Electronic Traction System


see ETS/4-ETS


Emergency, in case of


First aid kit ..................................... 268
Flat tire .......................................... 323
Hazard warning flasher .................. 101
Roadside Assistance ................ 21, 210
Towing the vehicle ......................... 340


Emergency calls


Tele Aid .......................................... 208


Emergency operations


Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 212
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 211
Trunk lid, emergency release ........... 84


Emergency Tensioning Device


see ETD Emission control ............................... 258
Information label ............................ 347
System warranties ........................... 20


Engine


Break-in recommendations ............ 220
Cleaning ......................................... 261
Compartment ................................ 223
Malfunction indicator lamp ............ 310
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 295
Number .......................................... 347
Starting .......................................... 109
Turning off ..................................... 113


Engine (Technical data)


see Vehicle specification


Engine compartment


Radiator ......................................... 224


Engine coolant


Engine oil


see Coolant


Adding ........................................... 225
Additives ........................................ 362
Checking level ............................... 224
Consumption ................................. 224
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 298
Oil dipstick ..................................... 225
Recommended engine oils and oil filter ............................................... 361


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ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ...... 65
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 65
Messages in the multifunction display ........................... 288, 289, 290
Warning lamp ................................. 309


ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) ................................................. 52
Safety guidelines ............................. 39


ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) ................................................ 65
Express operation


Panorama roof ............................... 195
Power windows .............................. 105
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................ 192
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 97
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 95
Parking position ............................... 95
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26


Fastening the seat belts ..................... 50
First aid kit ......................................... 268
Flat tire ............................................... 323
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 328
Mounting the spare wheel ............. 323
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 323
Spare wheel ........................... 323, 358
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ................... 329
Floormats ........................................... 217
Fluids


Automatic transmission fluid ......... 360
Brake fluid ..................................... 361
Capacities ...................................... 359
Engine coolant ............................... 361
Engine oil ....................................... 360
Power steering fluid ....................... 360
Washer and headlamp cleaning system ........................................... 361
Fog lamps ............................................. 99


Messages in the multifunction display ................................... 300, 302


Four-wheel drive


Front air bags


see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)


see Air bags Front axle oil ...................................... 360


Front lamps


see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag ............ 40


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 276


Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (Canada only) ..... 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (USA only) .......... 43, 314
Fuel ..................................................... 220
Additives ........................................ 364
Capacity, fuel tank ......................... 361
Diesel fuel ...................................... 363
Drive sensibly–safe fuel ................. 254
Fuel consumption statistics ........... 130
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 222
Fuel tank reserve warning lamp ..... 310
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 362
Refueling ........................................ 220
Requirements ................................ 363
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 222
Opening manually .......................... 316
Fuel gauge ......................................... 126
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 359
Fuel system, bleeding (diesel engine) ............................................... 333
Fuel tank


Capacity ........................................ 361
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 222
Refueling ........................................ 220
Fuses .................................................. 343


Garage door opener .................... 33, 212
Gasoline


see Fuel GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 250
Gear range ......................................... 120
Indicator ........................................ 120
Limiting .......................................... 122
Shifting into optimal ...................... 122
Gear selector lever ............................ 115
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Gearshift pattern ........................... 115
Shifting procedure ......................... 118
Transmission position indicator ..... 118
Transmission positions .................. 118


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Generator


see Alternator


Global locking/unlocking


see Key, SmartKey Glove box ........................................... 201
Gross Axle Weight Rating


see GAWR


Gross Vehicle Weight


see GVW


Gross Vehicle Weight Rating


see GVWR GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 250
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ................................................ 250


Halogen headlamps


see Headlamps Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 265
Hazard warning flasher .................... 101
Headlamp cleaning system .............. 102
Headlamps


Active Bi-Xenon headlamps ............. 97
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 100
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 98
Bi-Xenon .................................. 97, 319
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Cleaning system ............................ 102
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 98
Delayed shut-off ............................ 142
Halogen ......................................... 319
High-beam flasher ......................... 101
High-beam headlamps ................... 100
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 98
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 299
Replacing bulbs ............................. 318
Switch .............................................. 97


Headliner and shelf below rear window, cleaning and care of .......... 266
Head restraints .................................... 87
Adjustment ................................ 87, 89
Comfort head restraint .................... 89
Folding back .................................... 89
NECK-PRO active front head restraints ......................................... 54
Rear seat head restraints ................. 89


Heated steering wheel ........................ 94
Height adjustment


Seat belt outlet ................................ 51
Seats ............................................... 87
Vehicle level control ...................... 163
High-beam flasher ............................. 101
High-beam headlamps .............. 100, 319
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 100
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
High-performance brake system ..... 256
Hill-start assist system ..................... 160
HOLD function ................................... 161
Hood ................................................... 223


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 293
Hydroplaning ..................................... 257


Identification labels .......................... 346
Identification number, vehicle (VIN) ................................................... 346
Ignition ................................... 85, 86, 110
Immobilizer .......................................... 71
Indicator lamps


see Lamps, indicator and warning


Infant and child restraint systems


see Children in the vehicle


Inflation pressure


see Tires, Inflation pressure Inside door handle .............................. 80
Instrument cluster ...................... 28, 125
Illumination .................................... 125
Lamps ............................................ 304
Multifunction display ..................... 128


Instrument lighting


Instrument panel


see Instrument cluster, Illumination


see Instrument cluster


Instruments and controls


see Cockpit


Interior lighting


Delayed shut-off ............................ 143
Emergency lighting ........................ 103
Front .............................................. 103
Front reading lamps ....................... 103


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Rear ............................................... 104
Rear reading lamps ........................ 104
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 94
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 95


Interior storage spaces


see Storage compartments Intermittent wiping ........................... 104
Rain sensor .................................... 104


IR emitter


Replacing bulbs ............................. 319


ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type)


see Children in the vehicle


Jack ..................................................... 270
Jump starting ..................................... 338


Key, Mechanical


Key, SmartKey


Loss of ............................................. 79
Replacing ......................................... 80
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 314
Valet locking .................................... 85


Battery check lamp .......................... 79
Checking batteries ........................... 79
Factory setting ........................... 77, 79
Global locking (KEYLESS- GO) .................................................. 79
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 77
Global unlocking (KEYLESS- GO) .................................................. 79
Global unlocking (SmartKey) ....................................... 77
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO ..... 78
Locking/unlocking ........................... 76
Loss of ............................................. 79
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 293
Opening, trunk ................................. 82
Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof or the panorama roof ............................... 107
Opening and closing the windows . 107
Remote control ................................ 76


Replacing ......................................... 80
Replacing batteries ........................ 317
Restoring to factory setting ....... 77, 79
Selective setting ........................ 77, 79
Starter switch positions ................... 85


KEYLESS-GO


Starter switch positions ................... 86
Kickdown ........................................... 119
Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 124
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 250
Knee bag .............................................. 40


Labels


Certification ................................... 346
Emission control information ......... 347
Tire and Loading Information placard ........................................... 237
Tire inflation pressure .................... 230


Lamps, exterior


Exterior lamp switch ........................ 97
Front .............................................. 319
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 299
Switching on/off .............................. 97


Lamps, indicator and warning


ABS .......................................... 29, 305
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 100
Brakes ........................................... 305
Coolant .......................................... 311
Distance warning lamp .......... 151, 309
Engine malfunction ........................ 310
ESC .......................................... 29, 309
ESC OFF ........................................ 308
Fog lamps ........................................ 99
Front passenger front air bag off (Canada only) .......................... 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off (USA only) ................................ 43, 314
Fuel tank reserve ........................... 310
High-beam headlamps ............. 29, 100
Instrument cluster ......................... 304
Low-beam headlamps ................ 30, 98
Low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale ........................ 312
Seat belt telltale ................ 29, 52, 307


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SRS .......................................... 36, 308
Turn signals ..................................... 29
Lane Keeping Assist .......................... 177


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 283
Switching on or off ......................... 138


LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)


see Children in the vehicle


License plate lamps


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 301
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 265
Lighter


see Cigarette lighter Lighting ................................................ 97
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 98
Exterior ............................................ 97
Interior ........................................... 103
Limp-home mode .............................. 124
Load index (tires) ...................... 246, 250
Loading


see Vehicle loading Locator lighting ................................. 142
Locking the vehicle


KEYLESS-GO .................................... 77
Manually ........................................ 315
SmartKey ......................................... 76


Loss of


Key .................................................. 79
Service and Warranty Information booklet .......................................... 346
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 98
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 97
Indicator lamp .................................. 30
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Switching on .................................... 98
Lubricants .......................................... 359
Lumbar support ................................... 89


Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System


Service indicator display ................ 259
Service indicator message ............. 258
Service term exceeded .................. 259


Manual headlamp mode (Low- beam headlamps) ................................ 98


Manual shift program ....................... 122
Maximum engine speed


see Vehicle specification Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 250
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 250
Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure .............................. 251
Mechanical key


see Key, Mechanical Media interface ................................. 201
Memory function ................................. 96
Menus


see Control system menus


Minispare wheel


see Spare wheel Mirrors .................................................. 94
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 95
Exterior rear view mirror parking position ............................................ 95
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 95
Interior rear view mirror ................... 94
Memory function .............................. 96
Vanity mirror .................................. 205
MOExtended system ......................... 329
MOExtended tires ..................... 329, 353
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 363
Motor Octane Number


see MON Multifunction display ........................ 128
Symbol messages .......................... 287
Text messages ............................... 274
Vehicle status messages ............... 272


Multifunction display messages


ABS ....................................... 288, 289
Active headlamps .......................... 299
Advanced TPMS ............................. 285
Air bags ......................................... 276
Air filter .......................................... 299
AIRMATIC ...................................... 292
Alternator .............................. 284, 297
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 292
Automatic transmission .......................... 283, 284
Backrests ....................................... 293
Battery ................................... 284, 297
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 281
Brake fluid ..................................... 289


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Brake pads ..................................... 287
Child seat ...................................... 279
Coolant .......................................... 295
Corner-illuminating lamps .............. 303
Cruise control ................................ 279
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 280
Doors ............................................. 293
EBP ................................................ 289
Engine oil ....................................... 298
ESC ............................... 288, 289, 290
Fog lamps .............................. 300, 302
Front passenger front air bag ........ 276
Gas cap .......................................... 298
High-beam lamps ........................... 301
Hood .............................................. 293
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 283
License plate lamps ....................... 301
Light sensor ................................... 302
Low-beam lamps ............................ 302
Parking brake ................................ 289
Parking lamps ................................ 301
Power steering ............................... 295
PRE-SAFE® .................................... 274
Radar sensors ................................ 282
Reserve fuel ................................... 298
Reverse lamp ................................. 300
Side marker lamps ......................... 300
SmartKey ....................................... 293
SRS ................................................ 290
Tele Aid .......................................... 290
Tire inflation pressure ............ 284, 304
Tire pressure monitor .................... 285
Tires ...................................... 284, 304
Trunk ............................................. 293
Turn signals ................................... 303
Washer fluid ................................... 294


Adjustment ...................................... 93
Buttons .......................................... 126
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Easy-entry/exit feature ........... 93, 145
Gearshift control ............................ 122
Heating ............................................ 94
Memory function .............................. 96
Overview .......................................... 30


Multifunction steering wheel


Navigation system


see Separate operating instructions Navi menu .......................................... 134
NECK-PRO active front head restraints ............................................. 54
Resetting ....................................... 316
Nets, parcel ....................................... 199
Night View Assist Plus ...................... 172


Cleaning the windshield in front of the camera .................................... 263
Normal occupant weight .................. 251
Number, vehicle identification (VIN) ................................................... 346


Occupant Classification System


see OCS (Occupant Classification System) Occupant distribution ....................... 251
Occupant safety


Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ .................................... 46
Children and air bags ....................... 37
Children in the vehicle ..................... 56
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type (ISOFIX) ........................................... 59
Fastening the seat belts ................... 50
Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (Canada only) ........................................ 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (USA only) ........ 43, 314
Infant and child restraint systems .... 56
Introduction ..................................... 36
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type) ..................................... 59
OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........................................... 43
PRE-SAFE® ....................................... 53
Seat belts .................................. 39, 48


OCS (Occupant Classification System) ................................................ 43
Self-test ........................................... 46
Odometer ........................................... 129


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Oil, oil level


see Engine oil


On-board computer


see Control system One-touch gearshifting ..................... 121
Operating safety .................................. 22
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 262
Overhead control panel ...................... 33


Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 261
Paintwork code ................................. 347
Panic alarm .......................................... 61
Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel ...................................... 195
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Operation ....................................... 195
Roller sunblinds ............................. 194
Synchronizing ................................ 196
Parcel nets ......................................... 199
Parking ............................................... 113
Parking Guidance .................. 168, 170
Parktronic system .......................... 165


Parking and standing lamp


Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Parking brake .................................... 113


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 289
Parking Guidance .............................. 168
Canceling ....................................... 171
Detecting a parking space ............. 169
Parking .......................................... 170


Parking position


Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 95
Transmission position .................... 118


Parktronic system


Cleaning system sensors ............... 263
Malfunction .................................... 168
Minimum distance ......................... 167
Sensor range ................................. 166
Switching on/off ........................... 168
System sensors ............................. 166
Warning indicators ................... 27, 167
Parts service ...................................... 346


PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp (Canada only)


see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (Canada only)


PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp (USA only)


see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp (USA only)


Passenger safety


see Occupant safety Pedals ................................................. 254
Pelvis air bags ..................................... 42
Phone


see Telephone Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 265
Power assistance .............................. 254
Power outlets .................................... 207
Power seats


see Seats


Power steering


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 295


Power tilt/sliding sunroof


Operation ....................................... 192
Synchronizing ................................ 194
Power washer .................................... 261
Power windows ................................. 105
Cleaning ......................................... 264
Operation ....................................... 105
Rear door window, override switch .............................................. 60
Synchronizing ................................ 107
Practical hints ................................... 268
Preglow indicator lamp ..................... 110
PRE-SAFE® ............................................ 53


Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 274
PRE-SAFE® Brake ................................. 69
Activating/deactivating ................. 137
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 274


Problems


While driving .................................. 112
With vehicle ..................................... 23
With wipers .................................... 105
Product information ............................ 20
Production options weight ............... 251


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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


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


Reminder, Seat belt


Remote control


see Seat belts, Telltale


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


Child safety locks ............................ 60


Rear door window


Override switch ................................ 60


Safety


Rear fog lamp


Rear lamps


see Fog lamps


Driving safety systems ..................... 61
Occupant safety ............................... 36
Reporting defects ............................ 23


see Tail lamps


Safety belts


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


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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Telltale ............................... 29, 52, 307
Seat heating ......................................... 92
Seating capacity ................................ 238
Seats ..................................................... 87
Adjustment ...................................... 87
Drive-dynamic multicontour seat ..... 91
Easy-entry/exit feature .................... 93
Heating ............................................ 92
Memory function .............................. 96
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 293
Split rear seat bench ..................... 199
Ventilation ....................................... 92


Securing cargo


Selective setting


Selector lever


Self-test


Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 199


see Key, SmartKey


see Gear selector lever


BabySmart™ .................................... 47
OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........................................... 46
Tele Aid .......................................... 208


Service


see Maintenance Service, parts .................................... 346
Service and warranty information ..... 20
Service intervals


see Maintenance System, Service indicator message Service life (tires) .............................. 242
Service menu ..................................... 138
Settings


Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ......... 79
Factory setting (SmartKey) .............. 77
Memory function .............................. 96
Menu ............................................. 139
Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 79
Selective setting (SmartKey) ............ 77
Shelf below rear window, cleaning .. 266
Side impact air bags ........................... 41
Side marker lamps


Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 300


SRS


Sidewall (tires) .................................. 251
SmartKey


see Key, SmartKey


SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO


see Key, SmartKey Snow chains ...................................... 252
Snow tires


see Winter tires Spare wheel ....................................... 353
Mounting ....................................... 323
Storage location ............................ 271
Speedometer ....................................... 28
Speed settings


Cruise control ................................ 147
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 155
Resume function ................... 148, 156


Indicator lamp .................................. 29


SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)


Indicator lamp ......................... 36, 308
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 290
Standing water, driving through ...... 257
Starter switch positions


KEYLESS-GO .................................... 86
SmartKey ......................................... 85
Starting difficulties (engine) ............ 110
Starting the engine ........................... 109
Steering column


see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjustment


Steering wheel


see Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift control ..... 122
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 212
Storage compartments ..................... 201
Storing tires ....................................... 243
Sunroof


see Power tilt/sliding sunroof


Sunshade


Rear window .................................. 205
Sun visors .................................. 204, 205
Suspension tuning


see AIRMATIC


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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 .......................... 212


Remote 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) ............................................ 233


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Air pressure ................................... 229
Care and maintenance ................... 242
Cleaning ......................................... 243
Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 241
Important notes on tire inflation pressure ........................................ 230
Inflation pressure ........................... 231
Information placard ....................... 237
Inspection ...................................... 242
Labeling ......................................... 245
Load index ............................. 246, 250
Load rating .................................... 250
Messages in the multifunction display ................................... 284, 304
MOExtended .................................. 353
Ply composition and material used ............................................... 251
Problems under-/overinflation ...... 231
Retreads ........................................ 228
Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 353
Rotation ......................................... 244
Service life ..................................... 242
Sizes .............................................. 353
Snow chains .................................. 252
Speed rating .......................... 247, 251
Storing ........................................... 243
Temperature .......................... 230, 244
Terminology ................................... 249
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ................... 329
Tire Identification Number ............. 251
Tire pressure loss warning system . 232
TPMS low tire pressure/ malfunction telltale ........................ 312
Traction ................................. 244, 251
Tread ............................................. 251
Tread depth ........................... 242, 252
Treadwear ...................................... 243
Treadwear indicators ............. 242, 252
Vehicle maximum load on .............. 252
Wear pattern .................................. 244
Winter tires ............................ 252, 353
Tire speed rating ....................... 247, 251
Top tether


see Children in the vehicle Total load limit ................................... 251
Towing


Towing eye bolt .............................. 341
Vehicle ........................................... 340


Towing eye bolt ................................. 341
Traction ...................................... 244, 251
Transfer case ..................................... 124
Transmission


see Automatic transmission Transmission fluid level .................... 226
Transmission gear selector lever


see Gear selector lever Transmission positions .................... 118
Traveling abroad ............................... 257
Tread (tires) ....................................... 251
Tread depth (tires) .................... 242, 252
Treadwear .......................................... 243
Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 242, 252
Trip menu ........................................... 129
Trunk


Closing ............................................. 82
Fuse box ........................................ 343
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 293
Opening ........................................... 82
Opening/closing system .................. 83
Tie-down rings ............................... 199
Trunk lid emergency release ............ 84
Unlocking manually ....................... 315
Valet locking .................................... 85
Turning off the engine ...................... 113
Turn signals ....................................... 100
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Indicator lamps ................................ 29
Messages in the multifunction display ........................................... 303
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319


Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards .................................. 243, 252
Units


Selecting speedometer display mode ............................................. 141
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 362
Unlocking the vehicle


KEYLESS-GO .................................... 77
Manually ........................................ 314
SmartKey ......................................... 76
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 266
Useful features .................................. 203


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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


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
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 266


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Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes- Benz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts and pre- approved conversion parts and accessories are available at any authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. In addition, you will receive comprehensive information on permissible technical modifications and expert installations.


Operator’s Manual Notes This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this Operator’s Manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.


We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations, and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.


Vehicle equipment Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about operating particular equipment, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special- order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle. If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.


Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty REmission System Warranty REmission Performance Warranty RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine,


Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,


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RState Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon


Laws)


Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350


Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles (approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs: (1) the same substantial defect or


malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,


(2) the same substantial defect or


malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or


(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days.


Written notification should not be sent to a dealer, it should be addressed to


Maintenance The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals. Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.


Roadside Assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory-trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (in the USA) or the Roadside Assistance section of the Service and Warranty Information Booklet (in Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.


Change of address or ownership If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in


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contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator. If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.


Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: RService facilities or replacement parts may


not be readily available.


RUnleaded gasoline for vehicles with


catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts.


RGasoline may have a considerably lower


octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.


Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to: In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9


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G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle. Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving. G Warning! Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Such blows can be caused, for example, by running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle as occurred: Rturn on your hazard warning flashers Rslow down carefully Rdrive with caution to an area which is a safe


distance from the road


Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.


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Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules: Rthe safety precautions in this manual Rthe “Technical data” section in this manual Rtraffic rules and regulations Rmotor vehicle laws and safety standards G Warning! Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. Do not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removing warning labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.


Problems with your vehicle


If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management or, if necessary, contact us at one of the following addresses: In the USA: Customer Assistance Center

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