2006 Mercedes-benz E Class Wagon Owners Manual

Practical hints Fuses

Fuses are designed to protect the electri- cal circuits in your vehicle from a short cir- cuit. If a fuse is blown, the component(s) and systems secured by that fuse will stop operating. The following aids are available to help you replace fuses (컄 page 462): 앫 Fuse chart 앫 Spare fuses 앫 Fuse extractor

Warning!

Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz with the specified amperage for the system in question. Using other fuses may cause an overload leading to a fire, and/or cause damage to electrical components and/or systems.

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Opening 왘 Open the driver’s door. 왘 Insert flat, blunt object as a lever in recess 1 on the edge of cover 2.

왘 Loosen cover 2 from the dashboard

using lever.

왘 Using your hands, pull cover 2 in di-

rection of arrow and remove.

Closing 왘 Hook cover 2 into the opening at the

front.

왘 Press cover 2 back on until it engag-

es.

Main fuse box in passenger compartment

The main fuse box is located behind a cov- er in the dashboard on the driver’s side.

1 Recess in the cover 2 Cover

Do not use sharp objects such as a screw driver to open the fuse box cover 2 in the dashboard, as this could damage it.

Practical hints Fuses

Fuse box in cargo compartment

The fuse box is located behind the left-hand trim panel in the cargo compart- ment.

1 Trim panel 2 Button for unlocking trim panel

Opening trim panel 왘 Press button 2. 왘 Fold down trim panel 1.

Closing trim panel 왘 Fold up trim panel 1.

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Technical data Parts service

Warranty coverage

Identification labels

Layout of poly-V-belt drive

Engine

Rims and tires

Electrical system

Main dimensions and weight

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

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Technical data Parts service

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

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

All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts required for mainte- nance and repair work. In addition, strate- gically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 different parts for Mercedes-Benz models are available. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject- ed to stringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically developed, man- ufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Therefore, Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should be installed.

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Technical data Warranty coverage

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

Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet

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

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

Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

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Technical data Identification labels

1 Certification label (includes Paintwork

2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

code)

Example E 350
3 Vacuum line routing diagram label 4 Engine number (engraved on engine) 5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

(lower edge of windshield)

6 Emission control information label, in- cludes both federal and California cer- tification exhaust emission standards

When ordering parts, please specify ve- hicle identification and engine num- bers.

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왔 Layout of poly-V-belt drive E 350/E 350 4MATIC

E 500/E 500 4MATIC

E 55 AMG

Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive

1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator (alternator)

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

The E 55 AMG has two poly-V-belts (belt one shown in purple/belt two shown in black). 1 Idler pulley 2 Automatic belt tensioner 3 Power steering pump 4 Air conditioning compressor 5 Crankshaft 6 Coolant pump 7 Generator (alternator) 8 Idler pulley 9 Automatic belt tensioner a Super charger

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E 350 (211.2561) E 350 4MATIC (211.2871) 272
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.66 in (92.90 mm) 3.39 in (86.00 mm) 213.5 cu in (3498 cm3) 10.7:1
268 hp/6000 rpm3
(200 kW/6000 rpm) 258 lb-ft/2400 rpm - 5000 rpm (350 Nm/2400 rpm - 5000 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5
2404 mm

E 5002 (211.2701) E 500 4MATIC (211.2831) 113
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 303.0 cu in (4966 cm3) 10:1
302 hp/5600 rpm2
(225 kW/5600 rpm) 339 lb-ft/2700 rpm - 4250 rpm (460 Nm/2700 rpm - 4250 rpm) 6300 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
2390 mm

Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. 2 Not available in the U.S. 3 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.

Technical data Engine

Model

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

Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349

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

Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349

Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belts

E 55 AMG (211.2761) 113
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.60 in (92.00 mm) 331.8 cu in (5439 cm3) 9:1
469 hp/6100 rpm2
(350 kW/6100 rpm) 516 lb-ft/2650 rpm - 4500 rpm (700 Nm/2650 rpm - 4500 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Belt one: 1289 mm Belt two: 2449 mm

1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corre-

sponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

2 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.

Technical data Engine

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앫 MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original

Extended (tires with limited run-flat characteristics) original equipment tires

Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in dam- age that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

For information on driving with MOExtended tires, see “MOExtended system*” (컄 page 451).

Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz can have detrimen- tal effects, such as 앫 poor handling characteristics 앫 increased noise 앫 increased fuel consumption Moreover, tires and rims not approved by Mercedes-Benz may, under load, exhibit dimensional variations and dif- ferent tire deformation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts. Damage to the tires or the vehi- cle may be the result.

Technical data Rims and tires

Only use tires which have been tested and approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to pro- vide best possible performance in con- junction with the driving safety systems on your vehicle such as ABS or ESP®. Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz can be identified by finding the following on the tire’s side- wall: 앫 MO = Mercedes-Benz Original

equipment tires AMG vehicles: Does not apply to all approved tires on AMG vehicles. For information on tested and approved tires for AMG vehicles, contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A placard with the recommended tire inflation pres- sures is located on the driver’s door B-pillar. Some vehicles may have sup- plemental tire inflation pressure infor- mation for driving at high speeds (컄 page 334) or for vehicle loads less than the maximum loaded vehicle con- dition. If such information is provided, it can be found on the placard located on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The tire inflation pressure should be checked regularly and should only be adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire man- ufacturer’s maintenance recommenda- tion included with the vehicle.

The following pages also list the ap- proved wheel rim and tire sizes for equipping your vehicles with winter tires. Winter tires are not available as standard or optional factory-equip- ment, but can be purchased from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Depending on vehicle model and the standard or optional factory-equipped wheel rim/tire configuration on your vehicle (Appearance Package, Sport Package etc.), equipping your vehicle with winter tires approved for your ve- hicle model may also require the pur- chase of two or four wheel rims of the recommended size for use with these winter tires. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for more infor- mation.

Technical data Rims and tires

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E 350 (Appearance Package*) E 500

E 350
E 350 4MATIC E 500 4MATIC 8 J x 17 H2
1.5 in (38 mm) 245/45 R17 95H M+S 245/45 R17 99V XL (Extra Load) M+S. 245/45 R17 99V XL (Extra Load) M+S.

8 J x 17 H2
1.5 in (38 mm) 245/45 R17 95H

Technical data Rims and tires

Same size tires

17’’ tires

Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires1
All-season tires1
Winter tires1,2
1 Radial-ply tires 2 Not available as factory equipment.

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Technical data Rims and tires

18’’ tires

Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires2
All-season tires Winter tires2,3
1 Not available in Canada. 2 Radial-ply tires 3 Not available as factory equipment.

E 55 AMG

E 350 4MATIC (Sport Package*)1
E 500 4MATIC (Sport Package*) 8 J x 18 EH2
8 J x 18 EH2
1.18 in (30 mm) 1.18 in (30 mm) 245/40 ZR18 97Y XL (Extra Load) 245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+S. -

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E 350 (Sport Package*) E 500 (Sport Package*) E 55 AMG 8 J x 18 EH2
1.18 in (30 mm) 245/40 ZR18
9 J x 18 EH2
1.54 in (39 mm) 265/35 ZR18 XL (Extra Load)2

Technical data Rims and tires

Mixed size tires

Front axle: Rims (light alloy)

Rear axle:

Wheel offset Summer tires1
Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires1

1 Radial-ply tires 2 Must not be used with snow chains.

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MOExtended tires*

E 350
E 350 (Appearance Package*) E 350 4MATIC E 500
E 500 4MATIC 8 J x 17 H2
1.5 in (38 mm) 245/45 R17 95 W MOExtended 245/45 R17 99V XL (Extra Load) M+S .MOExtended

Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires1,2
All-season tires Winter tires1,2,3
1 Radial-ply tires 2 Must be used in conjunction with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (U.S. vehicles) only. 3 Not available as factory equipment.

Technical data Rims and tires

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Collapsible tire (E 55 AMG without fold- ing third row seat only)

6 B x 18

Rim Wheel offset 0.98 (25 mm) Tire 1 Must not be used with snow chains.

175/55-18 95P1

E 55 AMG with folding third row seat is equipped with TIREFIT (컄 page 440).

Technical data Rims and tires

Spare wheel

Minispare wheel (except E 55 AMG)

4 B x 17

Rim Wheel offset 1.34 (34 mm) Tire 1 Must not be used with snow chains.

T 155/70 R17 110 M1

Please compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yel- low label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the spare wheel tire to the recommended tire inflation pres- sure given on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim.

Please note that the tire inflation pres- sure of the Minispare and the collaps- ible tire differs from the tire inflation pressure of the road tires. Make sure the Minispare wheel is in- flated to approximately 61 psi (4.2 bar). Inflate the collapsible tire (컄 page 449) to approximately 51 psi (3.5 bar).

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

Electrode gap Tightening torque

Technical data Electrical system

E 350, E 350 4MATIC 14 V/150 A 14 V/1.7 kW 12 V/12 Ah 12 V/95 Ah Bosch Platin Y 7 MPP33
NGK PLKR 6A 0.031 in (0.8 mm) 15 - 22 lb-ft (20 - 30 Nm)

E 500, E 500 4MATIC 14 V/150 A 14 V/1.7 kW 12 V/12 Ah 12 V/95 Ah Bosch F8 DPP 332U NGK PFR 5R-11
0.039 in (1.00 mm) 18.5 - 22 lb-ft (25 - 30 Nm)

E 55 AMG 14 V/180 A 14 V/1.7 kW 12 V/12 Ah 12 V/95 Ah NGK IL FR 6 A

0.031 in (0.8 mm) 18.5 - 22 lb-ft (25 - 30 Nm)

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E 350
191.7 in (4868 mm) 78.3 in (1990 mm)

58.9 in (1495 mm) 58.4 in (1483 mm)

E 5001
191.7 in (4868 mm) 78.3 in (1990 mm)

E 55 AMG 191.8 in (4871 mm) 78.3 in (1990 mm)

58.5 in (1485 mm)

58.5 in (1485 mm)

112.4 in (2854 mm) 61.4 in (1559 mm) 61.1 in (1552 mm)

112.4 in (2854 mm) 61.7 in (1567 mm) 61.4 in (1560 mm)

112.4 in (2854 mm) 62.3 in (1583 mm) 61.3 in (1558 mm)

Technical data Main dimensions and weight

Main dimensions

Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle height Overall vehicle height (Airmatic DC*) (optional on E 350; standard on E 500/E 55 AMG) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear 1 Not available in the U.S.

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Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle height Overall vehicle height (Airmatic DC*) (optional on E 350; standard on E 500) Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear

E 320 4MATIC 191.7 in (4868 mm) 78.3 in (1990 mm)

58.9 in (1495 mm) 58.4 in (1483 mm)

112.4 in (2854 mm) 61.3 in (1557 mm) 61.1 in (1552 mm)

E 500 4MATIC 191.7 in (4868 mm) 78.3 in (1990 mm)

58.5 in (1485 mm)

112.4 in (2854 mm) 61.6 in (1565 mm) 61.4 in (1560 mm)

Weight

Max. roof load

220 lbs (100 kg)

Technical data Main dimensions and weight

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Capacities

Engine with oil filter

Model E 350
E 350 4MATIC E 500 4MATIC E 500
E 55 AMG

Automatic transmission E 350
E 500
E 350 4MATIC E 500 4MATIC E 55 AMG E 350 4MATIC E 500 4MATIC

Front axle

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Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.

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

Capacity 8.5 US qt (8.0 l)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Approved engine oils

8.0 US qt (7.5 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 8.5 US qt (8.0 l)

6.9 US qt (6.5 l)

8.0 US qt (7.5 l) 0.63 US qt (0.6 l)

MB Automatic Transmission Fluid

Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90

Rear axle

Transfer case

Power steering Front wheel hubs Brake system Cooling system

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Model E 350
E 350 4MATIC E 500
E 500 4MATIC E 55 AMG E 350 4MATIC E 500 4MATIC

E 350
E 350 4MATIC E 500
E 500 4MATIC E 55 AMG

Capacity 1.06 US qt (1.0 l)

1.37 US qt (1.3 l)

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90

0.62 US qt (0.585 l)

MB Transfer Case Fluid

approx. 0.95 US qt (0.9 l) MB Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) approx. 3.0 oz (85 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease 1.1 US qt (1.05 l) 10.7 US qt (10.0 l)

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

11.9 US qt (11.3 l)

13.8 US qt (13.2 l)

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Fuel tank

Model

including a reserve of all except E 55 AMG including a reserve of E 55 AMG

Capacity 21.12 US gal (80.0 l) 2.38 US gal (9.0 l)

3.7 US gal (14.0 l)

Air conditioning system

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Gasoline engines: Premium unleaded gasoline Minimum Posted Octane 91 (Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON) Diesel engine: Diesel fuels according to ASTM D 975 grades 1-D and 2-D R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil (never R-12) MB Windshield Washer Concentrate1
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate1

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

4.8 US qt (4.5 l) 7.4 US qt (7.0 l)

mixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (컄 page 490).

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Engine oils

Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters re- quired for vehicles with Maintenance Sys- tem (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles). For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to the Factory Ap- proved Service Products pamphlet, or con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Using engine oils and oil filters of spec- ification other than those expressly re- quired for the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles), or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) will result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Please follow Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles) recommendations for sched- uled oil changes. Failure to do so could result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Brake fluid

During vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere.

Engine oil additives

Warning!

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

Air conditioning refrigerant

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

Under extremely strenuous operating condi- tions, this moisture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system, thus re- ducing the system’s efficiency.

Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s Mainte- nance Booklet for replacement interval.

Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will pro- vide you with additional information.

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Premium unleaded gasoline

Warning!

Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious inju- ry. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extinguish all smoking materials. Never allow sparks, flame or smoking materials near gasoline!

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

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

앫 Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt

acceleration

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

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

Gasoline additives

A major concern among engine manufac- turers is carbon build-up caused by gaso- line. Mercedes-Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build-up of carbon depos- its. After an extended period of using fuels without such additives, carbon deposits can build up especially on the intake valves and in the combustion area, leading to en- gine performance problems such as: 앫 Warm-up hesitation 앫 Unstable idle 앫 Knocking/pinging 앫 Misfire 앫 Power loss

In areas where carbon deposits may be en- countered due to lack of availability of gasolines which contain these additives, Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of additives approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Refer to Factory Approved Service Products Pamphlet for a listing of approved product(s). Follow di- rections on product label. Do not blend other fuel additives with fuel. This only results in unnecessary costs and may be harmful to the engine operation. Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending addition- al fuel additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles listed in the Fac- tory Approved Service Products pamphlet are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Fuel requirements

Coolants

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

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

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

The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro- vides: 앫 Corrosion protection 앫 Freeze protection 앫 Boiling protection (by increasing the

boiling point)

The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approximately -22°F (-30°C) and corro- sion protection. If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -22°F (-30°C), the boiling point of the cool- ant in the pressurized cooling system is reached at approximately 266°F (130°C). The coolant solution must be used year-round to provide the necessary corro- sion protection and increase boil-over pro- tection. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval.

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Therefore, the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle: MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze agent. Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.

Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Coolant system design and coolant used determine the replacement interval. The replacement interval published in the Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze solu- tion or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification (see Factory Approved Service Products pam- phlet) are used to renew the coolant con- centration or bring it back up to the proper level. To provide important corrosion protection, the solution must be at least 45% anticor- rosion/antifreeze [equivalent to freeze protection to approximately - 22°F (-30°C)]. If you use a solution that is more than 55% anticorrosion/antifreeze [freeze protection to approximately - 49°F (-45°C)], the engine temperature will in- crease due to the lower heat transfer capa- bility of the solution. Therefore, do not use more than this amount of anticorro- sion/antifreeze.

If the coolant level is low, water and MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level (have cooling system checked for signs of leak- age). Please make sure the mixture is in accordance with label instructions. The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water. If you are not sure about the water quality, con- sult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity

Model

E 350/E 350 4MATIC E 500/E 500 4MATIC E 55 AMG

Approx. freeze protection – 35°F (– 37°C) 5.3 US qt (5.0 l) 6.0 US qt (5.65 l) 7.0 US qt (6.6 l)

– 49°F (– 45°C) 5.9 US qt (5.5 l) 6.6 US qt (6.2 l) 7.7 US qt (7.3 l)

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Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.

Windshield and headlamp washer system

Both the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied from the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of approximately: 앫 7.4 US qt. (7.0 l) in vehicles with a

headlamp cleaning system* or heated reservoir

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

headlamp cleaning system

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

Warning!

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

Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water: 앫 1 part “S” to100 parts water

(1.34 fl oz [40 ml] “S” to 1 gallon [4.0 l] water)

For temperatures below freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze: 앫 1 part “S” to 100 parts solvent

(1.34 fl oz [40 ml] “S” to 1 gallon [4.0 l] solvent)

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Technical terms

ABS

Alignment bolt

CAC

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

Accessory weight

(컄 page 350)

ADS

(Adaptive Damping System) Automatically adapts the optimum sus- pension damping to prevailing driving conditions. Air pressure

(컄 page 350)

Airmatic DC*

(Airmatic Dual Control) Automatically selects the optimum sus- pension tuning and ride height for your vehicle. Airmatic consists of two com- ponents: 앫 Adaptive Damping System 앫 Vehicle level control

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

Aspect ratio

(컄 page 350)

Bar

(컄 page 350)

BAS

(Brake Assist System) System for potentially reducing braking distances in emergency braking situa- tions. The system is activated when it senses an emergency based on how fast the brake is applied.

Bead

(컄 page 350)

Bi-Xenon headlamps*

Headlamps which use an electric arc as a light source and produce a more in- tense light than filament headlamps. Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low beam and high beam.

(Customer Assistance Center) Mercedes-Benz customer service cen- ter which can help you with any ques- tions about your vehicle and provide assistance in the event of a break- down.

CAN system

(Controller Area Network) Data bus network serving to control ve- hicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping.

Cockpit

All instruments, switches, buttons and indicator/warning lamps in the passen- ger compartment needed for vehicle operation and monitoring. Cold tire inflation pressure

(컄 page 350)

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Technical terms

COMAND

Distronic*

Engine number

(Cockpit Management and Data Sys- tem) Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including the radio and navi- gation system, as well as other optional equipment (CD changer, telephone, etc.).

Control system

The control system is used to call up vehicle information and to change component settings. Information and messages appear in the multifunction display. The driver uses the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to navigate through the system and to ad- just settings. Cruise control

Driving convenience system for auto- matically maintaining the vehicle speed set by the driver.

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

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

앫 If a slower moving vehicle is ahead,

Distronic will reduce your vehicle speed to the extent permitted by re- duced throttle and up to 20% brak- ing power to maintain the preset minimum following distance.

DOT

(Department of Transportation) (컄 page 351)

Electrohydraulic brake system

Electronically controlled hydraulic braking system for increased braking safety and comfort.

Curb weight

(컄 page 350)

492

The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine pro- duced.

Engine oil viscosity

Measurement for the inner friction (vis- cosity) of the oil at different tempera- tures. The higher the temperature an oil can tolerate without becoming thin, or the lower the temperature it can tol- erate without becoming viscous, the better the viscosity.

ESP®

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

ETD

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

Technical terms

FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles)

GPS

Kickdown

(Flexible Service System PLUS) Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. FSS evaluates en- gine temperature, oil level, vehicle speed, engine speed, distance driven and the time elapsed since your last service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly.

GAWR

(Gross Axle Weight Rating) (컄 page 351)

Gear range

Number of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the selector lever.

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

Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts the transmis- sion down to the lowest possible gear. This very quickly accelerates the vehi- cle and should not be used for normal acceleration needs.

Kilopascal (kPa) (컄 page 351)

Locking knob

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

GVW

(Gross Vehicle Weight) (컄 page 351)

GVWR

(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (컄 page 351)

Instrument cluster

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

KEYLESS-GO*

System for entering and operating the vehicle without the use of a SmartKey.

493

Technical terms

Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles)

MON

Overspeed range

Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly.

Maximum loaded vehicle weight

(컄 page 351)

Maximum load rating

(컄 page 351)

Maximum tire inflation pressure

(컄 page 351)

Memory function*

Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and exterior mirror posi- tions.

(Motor Octane Number) The Motor Octane Number for gasoline as determined by a standardized meth- od. It is an indication of a gasoline’s ability to resist undesired detonation (knocking). The average of both the MON (Motor Octane Number) and ->RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. Multifunction display

The display field in the instrument clus- ter used to present information provid- ed by the control system.

Multifunction steering wheel

Steering wheel with buttons for operat- ing the control system. Normal occupant weight

(컄 page 351)

Engine speeds within the red marking on the tachometer dial. Avoid this en- gine speed range, as it may result in se- rious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Poly-V-belt drive

Drives engine-components (alternator, AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.

Power train

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

494

Production options weight

(컄 page 351)

Program mode selector switch

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

PSI

(Pounds per square inch) (컄 page 352)

Recommended tire inflation pressure

(컄 page 333)

Restraint systems

Seat belts, belt tensioners, air bags and child restraint systems. As indepen- dent systems, their protective func- tions complement one another.

RON

(Research Octane Number) The Research Octane Number for gaso- line as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gaso- line’s ability to resist undesired detona- tion (knocking). The average of both the ->MON (Motor Octane Number) and RON (Research Octane Number) is posted at the pump, also known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.

Shift lock

When the vehicle is parked, this lock prevents the transmission selector le- ver from being moved out of position P without the ignition or engine on and brake pedal depressed.

Rim

(컄 page 352)

Sidewall

(컄 page 352)

SRS

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

Technical terms

Tele Aid System

(Telematic Alarm Identification on De- mand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: automatic and man- ual emergency, roadside assistance and information. Tele Aid is initially ac- tivated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an acquain- tance call. The Tele Aid system is operational pro- vided that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not dam- aged and cellular and GPS coverage is available. Telematics*

A combination of the terms “telecom- munications” and “informatics”.

Tightening torque

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

TIN

(Tire Identification Number) (컄 page 352)

495

Technical terms

Tire load rating (컄 page 352)

Tire ply composition and material used

(컄 page 352)

Tire speed rating

(컄 page 352)

TPMS

(컄 page 335)

Traction

(컄 page 352)

Tread

(컄 page 352)

Treadwear indicators

(컄 page 352)

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

(컄 page 353)

Vehicle capacity weight

(컄 page 353)

496

Vehicle level control*

Voice control system*

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

The ground clearance of the vehicle is automatically controlled according to a selected setting and speed.The driver can set the ground clearance manually for example on very rough roads.

Vehicles Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles)

Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle mainte- nance service is due. The Vehicle Main- tenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last maintenance service, calculates other maintenance service work required, and calls for the next maintenance service accordingly. Vehicle maximum load on the tire

(컄 page 353)

VIN

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

Index

ABS 91, 491

Indicator lamp 372
Messages in display

Accelerator position

Automatic transmission 187

Accessory weight 350
Accident 58
Active head restraints 76
Air bags 67

Children 68
Front, Driver 71
Front, Passenger 71
Safety guidelines 70
Side impact 72
Window curtain 72

Air conditioning refrigerant 485
Air conditioning system see Climate con-

trol system

Air conditioning, Cooling 212, 227
Air distribution 208, 222
Air pressure 350

Air pressure see Tire inflation

pressure 335
Air pump, electric

Turning on 449

Air recirculation mode 210, 224
Air vents 208, 222
Air volume 209, 223
Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* 255, 491

Messages in display 417
Suspension tuning 255
Vehicle level control 256

Alarm system see Anti-theft systems Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 419,

447, 491

Anticorrosion/antifreeze 488
Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti-theft systems 101

Anti-theft alarm system 101
Immobilizer 101
Tow-away alarm 103

Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning 305
Ashtray 277
Aspect ratio 350
AUDIO menu 161

Audio system

CD mode 162

Auto-dimming

Rear view mirrors 197

Automatic central locking, Control

system 176

Automatic headlamp mode 144
Automatic lighting control, Interior

lighting 148

Automatic locking when driving 176
Automatic shift program, Automatic

transmission 189

Automatic transmission 184
Accelerator position 187
Emergency operation (Limp Home

Mode) 196

Gear ranges 188
Gear selector lever one-touch

gearshifting 190

Gear selector lever position 184, 186
Gear shifting malfunctions 196
Kickdown 187
Kickdown, Manual shift program E 55

AMG 196

Selecting radio station 161
Selecting satellite radio* station 162

Manual (One-touch) gearshifting 190
Manual shift program E 55 AMG 193

497

Index

Shift program mode selector

switch 189

Shift program mode selector switch,

Manual shift program E 55 AMG 194

Starting engine 50
Steering wheel gearshift control

one-touch gearshifting E 55 AMG 191

Winter program mode 189

Backrest 260

Folding rearward 261
Seat 41
Seat, multicontour 133

Backup lamps

Messages in display 409
Replacing bulbs 431

Bar 350
BAS 93, 491
Batteries, SmartKey

Changing 429, 430
Checking battery condition 110, 117

Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*

Changing 429, 430
Checking battery condition 117

498

Batteries, Vehicle Charging 454
Disconnecting 453
Installing 454
Jump starting 456
Messages in display 386, 395, 396
Reconnecting 455
Removing 454

Bead 350
Beverage holder see Cup holders Bi-Xenon headlamps* see Headlamps Block heater* (Canada only) 356
Brake Assist System see BAS Brake fluid

Checking 313
Messages in display 399

Brake lamp

Cleaning lenses 365
Messages in display 409
Replacing bulbs 431

Brake pads

Message in display 397

Brakes 302

Warning lamp 374

Break-in period 300
Bulbs see Replacing bulbs

CAC 491
California retail buyers and lessees, impor-

tant notice for 11

Can holder see Cup holders CAN system 491
Capacities and recommended

fuel/lubricants 482

Cargo compartment Fuse box 463
Tie-down rings 264

Cargo compartment cover 270
Cargo management system* 265

Belt reel 267
Cargo tie-down ring 266
Mounting elements 265
Telescoping rod 267

Cargo net 269
Cargo tie-down rings 264
Carpets, cleaning 368
Catalytic converter 310
CD player 162

Center console

Lower part 28
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator

lamp 381

Upper part 27

Centigrate see Temperature display mode Central locking

Automatic 127, 176
Locking/unlocking from inside 128

Central locking switch 128
Certification label 468
Checking

Oil level 316

Children in the vehicle 77

Air bags 68
Blocking of rear window operation 89
Indicator lamp, front passenger front

air bag

Infant and child restraint systems 78
LATCH-type child seat anchors 88
Occupant Classification System (OCS)

Cigarette lighter 278

Climate control system

4-zone automatic climate

control 214

Air conditioning refrigerant 485
Air conditioning, Cooling 212, 227
Air distribution 208, 222
Air recirculation mode 210, 224
Air volume 209, 223
Automatic mode 206, 220
Control panel, Rear 213, 229
Deactivating system 206, 219
Dual-zone automatic climate

control 202

Front defroster 209, 223
Maximum cooling MAX COOL 224
Rear climate control 229
Residual engine heat (REST) 228

Clock 25, 170

Setting time 171

Cockpit 22, 491
Cockpit Management and Data System

see COMAND

Cold tire inflation pressure 350
Collapsible tire 478
Collapsible wheel chock 423
COMAND 492

Index

COMAND see separate COMAND operat-

ing instructions

Combination switch 54, 147
Control system 155, 492

Multifunction display 155
Multifunction steering wheel 156
Resetting to factory default 166

Control system menus 158, 159

AUDIO 161
Distronic* 163
NAV* 163
Settings 165
Standard display 161
TEL* 181
Trip computer 180
Vehicle status message memory 164

Control system submenus 157

Convenience 177
Instrument cluster 168
Lighting 172
Time/Date 170
Vehicle 176

Controller Area Network see CAN system Convenience submenu

Setting parking position for exterior

rear view mirror 178

499

Index

Coolant

Anticorrosion/antifreeze mixing ratio

and quantity 489

Capacities 483
Checking coolant level 321
Messages in display 400, 401, 402
Temperature 311
Temperature indicator 152
Warning lamp 376

Cruise control 239, 492

Message in display 386

Cup holders 274
Cleaning 367
Curb weight 350
Customer Assistance Center see CAC

Date display, setting 171, 172
Daytime running lamp mode 144

Setting 172, 173

Deep water see Standing water Defogging windshield 209, 224
Defrosting, Front 209, 223
Defrosting, Rear 200
Delayed shut-off

Exterior lamps 174
Interior lighting 175

500

Department of Transportation see DOT Diesel see Fuel Difficulties

While driving 58
With starting 51
Digital clock see Clock Digital speedometer 161
Dimensions, vehicle 480
Direction of rotation (tires) 327
Displays

Digital speedometer 161
Distronic* 245
Maintenance service indicator 358
Messages in display 395
Multifunction display 155
Outside temperature 155, 169
Symbol messages 395
Text messages 385
Vehicle status message memory 165
Vehicle system settings, Control

system 155

Distance to empty (Range), Trip

computer 180

Distronic* 243, 492

Activating/deactivating 248
Cleaning system sensor 366
Control system 163
Distance warning function 252
Driving hints 253
Menu 247
Messages in display 386
Sensor cover 366
Warning and indicator lamps 246

Door

Entry lamps 150
Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 34,

108

Locking/unlocking, SmartKey with

KEYLESS-GO* 35, 114
Message in display 403
Opening from inside/outside 119
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 289
Unlocking, Mechanical key 424

Door control panel 32
Door handle 32
DOT 351, 492
Drinking and driving 301

Index

Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour

Electrohydraulic brake system 96, 492

Emergency, In case of

features 133

Massage function 134

Driving

Abroad 309
Hydroplaning 305
In winter 307
Instructions 47, 301
Problems 58
Safety systems 91
Through standing water 308
With Distronic* 253

Driving safety systems

4MATIC ABS 91
BAS 93
Electrohydraulic brake system 96
ESP® 93, 492

Easy-entry/exit feature 43, 177
Electrical fuses see Fuses Electrical system, Technical data 479

Activating/deactivating 97
Driving hints 99
Messages in display 397, 398
Self-check 98
Warning lamp 96

Electronic Stability Program see

ESP® 93, 492

Emergency calls

Tele Aid calls 284

Emergency operation (Limp Home

Mode) 196

Emergency operations Fuel filler flap 425
Gear selector lever, Unlocking 426
Locking/unlocking the vehicle 424
Remote door unlock 289
Tilt/sliding sunroof*, Manual

operation 427

Emergency tensioning device see ETD

Battery, Jump starting 456
First aid kit 419
Flat tire, changing 440
Fuses Hazard warning flasher 147
Instrument cluster, Indicator

lamps 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 380

Roadside Assistance 12
Towing the vehicle 458

Emission control 310
Emission control information label 468
Emission control system warranties 10
Emission control vacuum line routing dia-

gram label 468

501

Index

Engine

Belt layout 469
Block heater* (Canada only) 356
Cleaning 364
Compartment 315
Malfunction indicator lamp 375, 400
Maximum engine speed 471
Message in the display 375, 400
Number 468, 492
Starting 50
Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 51
Tachometer 25
Technical data 470
Turning off with KEYLESS-GO* 61
Turning off with the SmartKey 61

Engine compartment

Hood 315

Engine coolant see Coolant Engine malfunction indicator lamp 375,

400

502

Engine oil

Adding 319
Additives 485
Changing 319
Checking level (Control system) 317
Checking level (Dipstick) 318
Consumption 316
Filler neck 320
Messages in display 317, 405
Recommended engine oils and oil

filter 485

Viscosity 492

Engine oil level 314
ESP® 93, 492

Four wheel electronic traction system

with ESP® 99

Messages in display 388
Warning lamp 373

ETD 492

Safety guidelines 70
Exterior rear view mirrors Parking position 178

Factory, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 114

Filler neck, Engine oil 320
First aid kit 419
Flat tire 440

Lowering the vehicle 450
Mounting the spare wheel 445, 447
Preparing the vehicle 440
Sealing tires with TIREFIT 440
Spare wheel 445
TIREFIT kit 440

Flexible Service System see FSS Floormats 280
Fluids

Automatic transmission fluid 482
Brake fluid 483
Capacities 482
Engine coolant 483
Engine oil 482
Power steering fluid 483
Windshield washer and headlamp

cleaning system 484

Fog lamps 146

Messages in display 409
Replacing bulbs 433

Index

Folding bench seat

Folding back 139

Folding bench seat in cargo

compartment 137

Four wheel electronic traction system with

ESP® see 4MATIC

4MATIC 99
Front air bags 71
Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag

Messages in display

Front passenger front air bag off indicator

lamp 72, 84

Fuel 301, 313

Fuel, Premium unleaded gasoline 313,

Additives 486
Capacities, Fuel tank 484
Diesel fuel 484, 487
Filling the tank 312
Fuel filler flap and cap 312
Fuel reserve warning lamp 377, 408
Premium unleaded gasoline 313
Requirements

Gasoline additives 486
Premium unleaded gasoline 486

Requirements, Diesel fuel 487
Requirements, Octane rating (Gasoline

484, 487

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.