2001 Mercedes-benz E Class Wagon Owners Manual

E-class

Operator’s Manual

E 320

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:

• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for

your reference.

• Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the

operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

• Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety

of the vehicle operator and occupants.

We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving. DaimlerChrysler AG

Introduction

Product information .......................... 7
Operator’s manual ............................. 8
Where to find it................................ 13
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15

Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18
Center console ..............................20
Overhead control panel ............... 21

Operation

Vehicle keys ...................................... 24
Start lock-out..................................... 27
General notes on the

central locking system ............... 28
Central locking system ................... 29

Radio frequency and infrared remote control ...............29
Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside ..................................32
Panic button ..................................33

Mechanical keys .......................... 33
Doors ................................................. 34
Central locking switch.................... 36
Automatic central locking.............. 37
Emergency unlocking

in case of accident...................... 37
Tailgate.............................................. 38
Antitheft alarm system.................... 41
Tow-away alarm ............................... 43
Power seats front............................. 44
Front seat head restraints.............. 50
Rear seat head restraints ................ 51
Multicontour seat ............................ 53
Seat heater........................................ 54
Seat ventilation................................ 57
Seat belts and integrated

restraint system .......................... 59
Seat belts .......................................... 59
Seat belt nonusage

warning system........................... 60

BabySmartTM airbag

deactivation system.................... 67

Contents

Self-test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed .......................67

Supplemental restraint

system (SRS) ................................ 68

Emergency tensioning

retractor (ETR)............................. 69
Airbags .............................................. 70
Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag .................................... 76

Infant and child

restraint systems......................... 78
Steering wheel adjustment............. 81
Rear view mirrors ............................ 82
Instrument cluster ........................... 86
Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ................. 92

Trip and main odometer,

vehicle speed, FSS and engine oil level display....... 96
Audio systems .................................. 97
Radio ..............................................97
CD player .......................................98

Contents

Cassette player .............................99
Telephone........................................ 100
Telephone book .......................... 100
Redialing .....................................102
Incoming call ..............................104
Navigation system.......................... 105
Trip computer................................. 106
Malfunction

message memory ...................... 108
Individual settings......................... 110
Setting the audio volume.............. 113
Flexible service system

(FSS)............................................ 114
Engine oil level indicator.............. 117
Engine oil consumption................ 118
Exterior lamp switch ...................... 119
Night security Illumination ......... 120
Headlamp cleaning system .......... 121
Combination switch....................... 122
Rear window wiper / washer....... 124
Hazard warning flasher

switch.......................................... 125
Automatic climate control ............ 126
Display and controls ..................128

Basic setting ............................... 129
Special settings .......................... 129
Defogging windows ................... 129
Defrosting ................................... 129
Rear window defroster ...............130
Air distribution ...........................130
Air volume ...................................130
Air recirculation .........................131
Dust filter .....................................131
Activated charcoal filter ............132
Residual engine heat utilization ............................132
Front center console compartment ventilation ...........133
Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlet ...................134

Audio and telephone,

operation ................................... 135
Power windows .............................. 154
Sliding / pop-up roof..................... 156
Interior lighting ............................. 159
Entrance lamps,

exit lamps in doors................... 159
Sun visors....................................... 160

Illuminated vanity mirrors........... 160
Interior............................................. 161
Armrest, rear bench ...................... 161
Cup holder in rear

bench armrest............................ 161
Glove box......................................... 162

Cup holder and coin holder in glove box lid ........................... 162

Storage compartment above

ashtray in center console......... 163

Storage compartments in

center console ........................... 163
Cup holder in center console....... 164
Ashtrays .......................................... 165
Lighter ............................................. 167
Split rear bench seat ..................... 168
Rear-facing bench seat .................. 174
Loading instructions ..................... 176
Cargo tie-down rings ..................... 177
Parcel net in front

passenger footwell .................... 178
Cellular telephone ......................... 178
Garage door opener ....................... 179

Driving

Control and operation of radio

transmitters ............................... 184

The first 1 000 miles

(1 500 km) ................................. 185
Maintenance................................... 185
Tele Aid............................................ 186
Catalytic converter......................... 196
Emission control ............................ 197
Steering lock................................... 198
Starting and turning off

the engine .................................. 200
Automatic transmission................ 201
Parking brake ................................. 210
Driving instructions ...................... 211

Drive sensibly - Save Fuel ..................................... 211
Drinking and Driving ................ 211
Pedals ........................................... 211
Power assistance ........................ 212
Brakes .......................................... 212
Driving off ................................... 213
Parking ........................................ 213

Tires ..............................................214
Snow chains ................................216
Winter driving instructions ......217
Block heater .................................218
Deep water ...................................219
Passenger compartment ............219
Traveling abroad .........................219
Cruise control ................................ 220
Brake assist system

(BAS)........................................... 223

Antilock brake system

(ABS) .......................................... 225

Four wheel electronic

traction system (4MATIC) ....... 227

Electronic stability program

(ESP) ........................................... 228
Parking assist (Parktronic).......... 232
What you should know

at the gas station ...................... 237

Check regularly and before

a long trip .................................. 239

Instrument cluster display

Malfunction and indicator

lamps in the instrument cluster .................... 242
On-board diagnostic system .......................242
Check engine malfunction indicator lamp .............................242
Brake warning lamp ..................243
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp .............................244
Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning ....................244
Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp ...............245
BAS / ESP malfunction indicator lamp .............................245
ABS malfunction indicator lamp .............................245
Seat belt warning lamp .............246

Malfunction and indicator

lamp in the center console ...... 246

Contents

Contents

AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .............................246

ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) . 260

Malfunction and warning

messages in the multifunction display ............... 247
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE ................248
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR .........249
ABS-SYSTEM ...............................250
BRAKE ASSIST ...........................250
BRAKE LINING WEAR ..............251
BRAKE FLUID .............................251
PARKING BRAKE .......................252
ENGINE FAN ...............................252
COOLANT (coolant level) ..........253
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) ...............................254
LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................255
LIGHT SENSOR ...........................256
REMOVE KEY .............................256
TELE AID .....................................257
STEERING GEAR OIL .................257
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ...................258
WASHER FLUID ..........................259

Practical hints

First aid kit..................................... 262
Fuses ............................................... 263
Electrical outlet.............................. 265
Hood ................................................ 266
Checking engine oil level............. 268
Automatic transmission

fluid level ................................... 269
Coolant level................................... 269
Adding coolant ........................... 270

Windshield and headlamp

washer system .......................... 271
Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio .........271
Spare wheel, vehicle tools............ 272
Vehicle jack .................................... 273
Wheels ............................................ 274
Tire replacement ........................274
Rotating wheels ......................... 275
Spare wheel..................................... 276
Spare wheel bolts .......................276

Changing wheels ........................... 277
Tire inflation pressure .................. 282
Battery ............................................. 283
Jump starting .................................. 285
Towing the vehicle......................... 288
Transmission selector lever,

manually unlocking.................. 290
Exterior lamps ................................ 291
Headlamp assembly ...................292
Taillamp assemblies ..................295

Changing batteries in the

electronic main key .................. 298
Synchronizing remote control ............................300

Emergency engine

shut-down................................... 300

Emergency operation of

sliding / pop-up roof................. 301

Manual release for

fuel filler flap............................. 302
Replacing wiper blade insert ....... 302
Roof rack ......................................... 305

Index

Index ................................................ 330

Vehicle care

Cleaning and care of

the vehicle.................................. 308
Power washer ..............................309
Tar stains .....................................309
Paintwork, painted body components .................................309
Engine cleaning .......................... 310
Vehicle washing ......................... 310
Ornamental moldings ................ 310
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses ...................... 310
Cleaning the parktronic system sensors ........................... 311
Window cleaning ........................ 311
Wiper blades ............................... 311
Light alloy wheels ...................... 312
Instrument cluster ..................... 312
Steering wheel and gear selector lever ...................... 312
Cup holder ................................... 312
Seat belts ..................................... 312
Headliner ..................................... 312

Upholstery ...................................313
Hard plastic trim items ..............313
Plastic and rubber parts ............313

Technical data

Spare parts service ........................ 316
Warranty coverage ......................... 316
Identification labels ....................... 317
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............ 318
Technical data ................................. 319
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. -

capacities ................................... 322
Engine oils...................................... 324
Engine oil additives ...................... 324
Air conditioner refrigerant .......... 324
Brake fluid...................................... 324
Premium unleaded gasoline........ 325
Fuel requirements......................... 325
Gasoline additives......................... 326
Coolants .......................................... 326
Consumer information ................. 328

Contents

Product information

Kindly observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original 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 their 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. Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

Introduction

Introduction

Operator’s manual 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 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. 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 the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: • New Car Limited Warranty, • Emission System Warranty, • Emission Performance Warranty, • California, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

(California, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),

• State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).

Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle. A reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer (1) if the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or (2) the same substantial non-conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once directly notified us in writing of the need to repair the non-conformity and have given us an opportunity to perform the repair ourselves. Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Regional Office listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet.

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

Introduction

Introduction

10

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 (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.

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 Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you 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 Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, 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: • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, • unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage

the catalysts,

• gasoline 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 your 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 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5

Introduction

11

Introduction

12

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. 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, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

Where to find it

The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections: • Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat. • Operation: Information on the vehicle’s equipment and its operation. • Driving: Important information on driving. • Instrument cluster display: Displays and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions. • Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency. • Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle. • Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels,

coolants, lubricants etc. is contained here.

• Index: Key terms to help you find a topic quickly.

Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.

Explanation of color used:

Warning notices for the protection of yourself and others appear on red background.

Introduction

13

Introduction

14

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 immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center 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 the following addresses:

In the USA:

In Canada:

Client Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5

For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.

Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Introduction

15

Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18
Center console ..............................20
Overhead control panel ............... 21

Contents - Instruments and controls

17

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

18

Instruments and controls

10

13

14

14

12

11

20

21 22

23

16 17 18

15

19

24

25

26

P68.10-2410-29

1 Parking assist warning indicators, see page 234
2 Side defroster outlet 3 Side air outlet, adjustable 4 Air volume control for side air outlet 5 Exterior lamp switch, see page 119
6 Parking brake release, see page 210
7 Hood lock release, see page 266
8 Combination switch, see page 122
9 Cruise control switch, see page 220
10 Instrument cluster, see page 86
11 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 92
Horn (with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2) Airbag, see page 70

12 Steering lock with ignition/starter switch,

see page 198

13 Voice recognition system switch, see separate

operating instructions

14 Center air outlets, adjustable

15 Air volume control for center air outlets 16 Left front seat heater switch, see page 54

Left front seat ventilation switch, see page 57

17 Headlamp washer switch, see page 121
18 Rear window wiper and washer switch, see page 124
19 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 125
20 Central locking switch, see page 36
21 Tow-away alarm switch, see page 43

Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system, see page 41

22 Right front seat heater switch, see page 54

Right front seat ventilation switch, see page 57

23 Glove box (illuminated with electronic key in

steering lock position 1 or 2)

24 Automatic climate control, see page 126

Rear window defroster switch Activated charcoal filter switch

25 Audio system, see page 135
26 Storage/eyeglasses compartment

Instruments and controls

19

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Center console

20

P68.20-2258-27

1 Ashtray with lighter, see page 165
2 ESP control switch, see page 230
3 Power window switches, front doors, see page 154
4 Power window safety switch, rear doors,

see page 155

5 Airbag Off indicator lamp, see page 246
6 Power window switches, rear doors, see page 154
7 Parktronic system deactivation switch, see page 236
8 Mirror adjustment switch, see page 82

Overhead control panel

1 Interior lighting, see page 159
2 Sliding/pop-up roof, see page 156
3 Rear view mirror, see page 82
4 Garage door opener, see page 179
5 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 186
6 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid, telephone and

voice recognition system

Instruments and controls

21

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Contents - Operation

Operation

Vehicle keys ...................................... 24
Start lock-out..................................... 27
General notes on the

central locking system ............... 28
Central locking system ................... 29

Radio frequency and infrared remote control ...............29
Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside ..................................32
Panic button ..................................33
Mechanical keys ...........................33
Doors.................................................. 34
Central locking switch .................... 36
Automatic central locking .............. 37
Emergency unlocking

in case of accident ...................... 37
Tailgate .............................................. 38
Antitheft alarm system ................... 41
Tow-away alarm................................ 43
Power seats front ............................. 44
Front seat head restraints .............. 50

22

Rear seat head restraints ................ 51
Multicontour seat ............................ 53
Seat heater........................................ 54
Seat ventilation................................ 57
Seat belts and integrated

restraint system .......................... 59
Seat belts .......................................... 59
Seat belt nonusage

warning system........................... 60

BabySmartTM airbag

deactivation system.................... 67
Self-test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed ...................... 67

Supplemental restraint

system (SRS)................................ 68

Emergency tensioning

retractor (ETR) ............................ 69
Airbags.............................................. 70
Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag..................................... 76

Infant and child

restraint systems ........................ 78

Steering wheel adjustment............. 81
Rear view mirrors ............................ 82
Instrument cluster ........................... 86
Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ................. 92

Trip and main odometer,

vehicle speed, FSS and engine oil level display....... 96
Audio systems .................................. 97
Radio ..............................................97
CD player .......................................98
Cassette player .............................99
Telephone........................................ 100
Telephone book ..........................100
Redialing .....................................102
Incoming call ..............................104
Navigation system.......................... 105
Trip computer................................. 106
Malfunction

message memory ...................... 108
Individual settings......................... 110
Setting the audio volume............... 113
Flexible service system

(FSS)............................................ 114

Engine oil level indicator.............. 117
Engine oil consumption................ 118
Exterior lamp switch ...................... 119
Night security Illumination ......... 120
Headlamp cleaning system .......... 121
Combination switch....................... 122
Rear window wiper / washer....... 124
Hazard warning flasher

switch.......................................... 125
Automatic climate control ............ 126
Display and controls ..................128
Basic setting ................................129
Special settings ..........................129
Defogging windows ....................129
Defrosting ....................................129
Rear window defroster .............. 130
Air distribution ...........................130
Air volume ...................................130
Air recirculation ......................... 131
Dust filter .................................... 131

Activated charcoal filter ............132
Residual engine heat utilization ............................132
Front center console compartment ventilation ...........133
Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlet ...................134

Audio and telephone,

operation ................................... 135
Power windows .............................. 154
Sliding / pop-up roof..................... 156
Interior lighting ............................. 159
Entrance lamps,

exit lamps in doors................... 159
Sun visors....................................... 160
Illuminated vanity mirrors .......... 160
Interior............................................. 161
Armrest, rear bench....................... 161
Cup holder in rear

bench armrest ............................ 161

Glove box......................................... 162

Cup holder and coin holder in glove box lid ........................... 162

Storage compartment

above ashtray in center console ........................... 163

Storage compartments in

center console ........................... 163

Cup holder in

center console ........................... 164
Ashtrays .......................................... 165
Lighter ............................................. 167
Split rear bench seat ..................... 168
Rear-facing bench seat .................. 174
Loading instructions ..................... 176
Cargo tie-down rings ..................... 177
Parcel net in front

passenger footwell .................... 178
Cellular telephone ......................... 178
Garage door opener ....................... 179

Contents - Operation

23

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

24

Vehicle keys Included with your vehicle are: • 2 electronic main keys with integrated radio frequency and infrared remote controls plus removable mechanical key.

• 1 electronic reserve key without remote control

functions, plus removable mechanical key.

The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two electronic main keys are a different color to help distinguish it.

Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Electronic main key

P80.35-2030-26

The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control, plus removable mechanical key. The remote control (1) operates all locks on the vehicle. The mechanical key (2) works only in the driver’s door, tailgate, and storage compartment locks.

When using the mechanical key (2) for lock operations, it can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control. To do so, move locking tab (3) to the right and slide the mechanical key (2) in direction of arrow (4). The remote control transmitter is located in the electronic main key. The infrared receivers are located in the front door handles.

Notes: Remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key. See page 38 for separate locking of tailgate and page 162 for locking of glove box.

Central locking system

25

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

26

Electronic reserve key

The electronic reserve key is without remote control functions, but with removable mechanical key.

P80.35-2036-26

The electronic reserve key (1) works only in the steering lock. There are no batteries inside the electronic reserve key. The mechanical key (2) works only in the driver’s door, tailgate, and storage compartment locks. To use the mechanical key (2), remove it from its electronic reserve key (1).

Note: We recommend that you carry the electronic reserve key plus mechanical key with you and keep it in a safe place (e.g. your wallet) so that it is always handy. Never leave the electronic reserve key in the vehicle.

Obtaining replacement keys Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Start lock-out

Important! Removing the electronic key from the steering lock activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be started. Inserting the electronic key in the steering lock deactivates the start lock-out.

Note: In case the engine cannot be started (vehicle’s battery is in order), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR- MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

Central locking system

27

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

28

General notes on the central locking system If the electronic key is inserted in the steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control. If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked: • Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either front door

handle. Check the batteries of the electronic main key, see page 298, or synchronize the remote control, see page 300.

• Use the mechanical key to unlock the vehicle. To

start engine, insert the electronic key in the steering lock. There could be a slight delay until the electronic key can be turned in the steering lock.

Important! When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key.

Central locking system

Radio frequency and infrared remote control The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control. Due to the extended operational range of the remote control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button. If one of the transmit buttons is pressed, the battery check lamp lights up briefly – indicating that the batteries are in order. See page 298 for checking batteries. The vehicle doors, tailgate and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control. Opening and closing the windows and sliding / pop-up roof remotely can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control. Aim transmitter eye at a receiver (6 or 7), press and hold transmit button Œ or ‹. If the electronic key is inserted in steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control.

P80.35-2033-26

1 Transmit button

‹ Locking Œ Unlocking

2 Lamp for battery check (see page 298 for changing

batteries if it does not light up briefly)

3 PANIC button 4 Transmitter eye 5 Locking tab for mechanical key

Central locking system

29

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

30

6 Infrared receiver in driver’s door handle

7 Infrared receiver in front passenger door handle

P80.30-2137-26

P80.30-2138-26

Locking and unlocking with remote control

Unlocking: Press transmit button Œ. All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked. The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking modes (see below): Selective unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock driver’s door and fuel filler flap. Press transmit button Œ twice to unlock all doors, fuel filler flap, and tailgate. Global unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock all doors, fuel filler flap, and tailgate.

Notes: If the tailgate was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 38. The presently active unlocking mode (selective or global) can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control (see below for changing mode).

If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control, neither door nor tailgate is opened, the electronic key is not inserted in the steering lock, or the central locking switch is not activated, the vehicle will automatically lock.

Locking: Press transmit button ‹ once. All turn signal lamps blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. If they do not blink three times, a door or tailgate is not properly closed.

Note: If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button, then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic main key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when pressing transmit button) or to synchronize the remote control, see pages 298 and 300.

Central locking system

31

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

32

Choosing global or selective mode on remote control Press and hold transmit buttons ‹ and Œ simultaneously for five seconds to reprogram the remote control. Battery check lamp will blink two times indicating the completed mode change.

The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to close after approximately 1 second. To interrupt closing procedure, release transmit button. Ensure that all side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.

Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside (summer opening/convenience feature) Aim transmitter eye of remote control at a door receiver.

Summer opening: Continue to press transmit button Πafter unlocking the vehicle. The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to open after approximately 1 second. To interrupt opening procedure, release transmit button.

Convenience feature: Continue to press transmit button ‹ after locking the vehicle.

Warning! Never operate the windows or sliding/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure. In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the remote control button. To reverse direction of movement press Œ for opening or ‹ for closing.

Note: If the windows and sliding/pop-up roof cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit button of the remote control then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic main key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when transmitting), or to synchronize the remote control, see page 298 and 300.

Panic button

P80.35-2034-26

To activate press and hold button (1) for at least one second. An audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately 3 minutes. To deactivate press button (1) again, or insert electronic key in steering lock.

Note: For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15, Subpart C, Section 209 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: Changes or modification not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Mechanical keys The mechanical keys work only in the driver’s door, tailgate, and storage compartment locks.

Notes: The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 302.

Central locking system

33

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

Doors

34

1 Opening – pull handle 2 Unlocking driver’s door 3 Locking driver’s door 4 Individual door from inside:

Push lock button down to lock.

Important! The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.

P72.10-2240-26

5 Front door from inside: Pull handle to unlock.

When you lock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the door lock button should move down. Each individual door must be locked with the respective door lock button – the driver’s door can only be locked when it is closed.

If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. When opening a door while the central locking system is in the: • selective unlocking mode, only that individual door is unlocked. The remaining doors, the tailgate and fuel filler flap remain locked.

• global unlocking mode, all doors, the tailgate and

fuel filler flap are unlocked.

Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually. To lock, push down lock buttons and turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 3. In addition lock the tailgate.

To unlock, pull inside door handles or turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 2. Rear doors can only be opened from inside by first pulling up on the door lock button. When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key.

Central locking system

35

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

36

Central locking switch

1 Locking 2 Unlocking The central locking switch is located in the center console. The doors and tailgate can only be locked with the central locking switch, if front doors are closed. If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the selective remote control mode, only the door opened from the inside is unlocked.

If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the global remote control mode, the complete vehicle is unlocked when a front door is opened from the inside.

Notes: If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control, the doors and tailgate cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key.

Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Automatic central locking The central locking switch also operates the automatic central locking. With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.

To activate: With electronic key in steering lock position 2 hold upper portion of switch (1) for a minimum of 5 seconds.

To deactivate: With electronic key in steering lock position 2 hold lower portion of switch (2) for a minimum of 5 seconds.

Notes: If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch after activating the automatic central locking, and neither door is opened, then the doors remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less with the automatic central locking activated, the door will again be automatically locked at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

Important! When towing the vehicle, or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand, please, note the following: With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in steering lock position 2, the vehicle doors will lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel spin at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking.

Emergency unlocking in case of accident The doors unlock automatically a short time after a strong deceleration is detected, such as in a collision (this is intended to aid rescue and exit). Driving on rough roads may cause the vehicle to unlock. If necessary, the vehicle can be locked again with the central locking switch, see page 36.

Central locking system

37

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

Tailgate

38

The lock is located in the license plate recess.

0 Neutral position 1 Unlocking 2 Locking

3 Recessed handle 4 Lock button

5 Grip molding 6 Lock 7 Recessed handle

To close the tailgate, pull down on inside grip (8) and press down on outside grip molding (5) until the tailgate latch engages. It is not necessary to slam the tailgate closed, a power-assisted mechanism will draw the tailgate quietly and automatically.

Central locking system

39

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Central locking system

40

Important! In case of danger, the closed tailgate can be opened with the inside or outside handle. Only drive with the tailgate closed as otherwise exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior.

Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the tailgate opening when closing the tailgate. Be especially careful when small children are around. To prevent personal injury, never activate the closing assist mechanism by tampering with the tailgate latch. In case the closing procedure causes potential danger, the closing procedure can be immediately halted by pulling the outside recessed handle.

Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the tailgate can be locked and unlocked individually. To unlock, turn mechanical key in lock to position 1, or push lock button to position 1. To lock, turn mechanical key in lock to position 2, or push lock button to position 2. The rear compartment lamp will be switched off by the contact switch only if the tailgate is fully closed. When opening the tailgate completely, always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance. When unlocking the tailgate with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 302.

Antitheft alarm system

1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console

The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control by locking or unlocking the vehicle. The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately 10 seconds after locking the vehicle. A blinking lamp (1) indicates that the alarm is armed.

Operation: Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone: • opens a door, • opens the tailgate, • opens the hood, • attempts to raise the vehicle.

Antitheft alarm system

41

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Antitheft alarm system

42

The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a door, for example) is immediately closed. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 186.

Notes: We recommend that you carry the electronic reserve key plus mechanical key with you and keep it in a safe place (e.g. your wallet) so that it is always handy. Never leave the flat key in the vehicle. When you unlock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key.

Tow-away alarm

The switch is located in the center console.

1 Press to switch off 2 Indicator lamp Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle.

The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 186. To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train. To do so, turn electronic key in steering lock to position 0 or 1, or remove electronic key from steering lock. Press tow-away alarm switch (1). The indicator lamp (2) illuminates briefly. Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the remote control. The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the electronic main key, at which time it is automatically reactivated.

Tow-away alarm

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

43

Instruments and controls

Seats

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Power seats front

Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Never ride in a moving vehicle with the backrest reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt properly positioned on the body. Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted.

44

When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle. The power seats can also be operated with the driver’s or front passenger door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

To operate the front power seat adjustment switches, turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 (with the driver’s or front passenger’s door open, the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0).

5

P54.00-2074-26

The slide switches are located in each front door.

We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order:

1 Seat, up/down

Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached.

2 Seat adjustment, fore/aft

Press the switch (fore/aft direction) until a comfortable seating position is reached that still

allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls.

3 Seat cushion tilt

Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported.

4 Backrest tilt

Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel. 5 Head restraint

The height of the head restraint is adjusted automatically with the seat so that the back of the head is supported approximately at ear level. Adjust the head restraint using the switch if the preset position does not support the back of your head approximately at ear level. Adjust the head restraint angle by hand.

Note: Your vehicle is equipped with power head restraints, do not try to raise or lower them manually.

45

Seats

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Instruments and controls

Seats

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Synchronizing head restraints If the power supply was interrupted (battery disconnected or empty), the head restraints are no longer adjusted automatically. To resynchronize the adjustment feature, turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2, move the seat completely forward and the head restraint fully down, and hold respective buttons for approximately two seconds.

46

Caution! Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat covers. For removal refer to Head Restraints, Front, see page 50. Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving.

Memory function

6 Memory button 7 Position buttons

Storing positions into memory Three sets of seat/head restraint/steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror positions may be programmed into memory. After the seat/head restraint/steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors are positioned, push memory button (6), release, and within 3 seconds push position button “1”. A second and third set of positions for the same seat/head restraint/steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors can be programmed into memory by pushing first memory button (6) and then “2”, respectively “3”.

P54.00-2075-26

Note: For instructions on adjustment of steering wheel and mirrors, see Page 81 and 82.

Seats

Instruments and controls

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

47

Instruments and controls

Seats

Operation

Driving

Instrument cluster display

Practical hints

Car care

Technical

data

Index

Recalling positions from memory To recall a seat/head restraint/steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror position, push and hold position button “1”, “2” or “3” until seat/head restraint/ steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror movement has stopped. The seat/head restraint/steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror movement stops when the position button is released.

Caution! Do not operate the power seats using the memory button if the seat backrest is in an excessively reclined position. Doing so could cause damage to front or rear seats. First move the backrest to an upright position.

48

Important! Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should adjust the seat height for proper vision as well as fore/aft