2001 Mercedes-benz E Class Owners Manual

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E-class Operator’s Manual E 320 E 430 E 55 AMG 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 the trunk .......................32 Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside ..........................33 Panic button ................................. 34 Mechanical keys .......................... 34 Doors ................................................. 35 Central locking switch .................... 37 Automatic central locking .............. 38 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ...................... 38 Trunk ................................................. 39 Trunk lid release switch .................41 Trunk lid emergency release ........ 42 Antitheft alarm system ................... 43 Tow-away alarm ............................... 45 Power seats front ............................. 46 Front seat head restraints .............. 52 Rear seat head restraints ............... 53 Multicontour seat ............................ 54 Seat heater ........................................ 55 Seat ventilation ................................ 58 Seat belts and integrated restraint system .......................... 60 Seat belts .......................................... 60 Seat belt nonusage warning system ...........................61 Contents 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, FSS and engine oil level display .................................96 Contents 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 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 Rear window sunshade ................. 160 Sun visors ....................................... 161 Illuminated vanity mirrors ........... 161 Interior ............................................162 Armrest, rear bench ...................... 162 Cup holder in rear bench armrest ...................162 Glove box ......................................... 163 Cup holder and coin holder in glove box lid ........................... 163 Storage compartment above ashtray in center console ........ 164 Storage compartments in center console .......................164 Cup holder in center console .......165 Ashtrays ..........................................166 Lighter .............................................168 Cargo tie-down hooks .................... 169 Parcel net in front passenger footwell .......... 169 Cellular telephone .........................170 Shelf below rear window .............. 170 Garage door opener ....................... 171 Driving Control and operation of radio transmitters ................ 176 The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................. 177 Maintenance ...................................177 Tele Aid ........................................... 178 Catalytic converter ........................ 188 Emission control ............................189 Steering lock ................................... 190 Starting and turning off the engine .................................. 192 Automatic transmission ............... 193 Parking brake .................................202 Driving instructions ......................203 Drive sensibly - Save Fuel .........203 Drinking and driving .................203 Pedals ...........................................203 Power assistance ........................204 Brakes ..........................................204 Driving off ...................................205 Parking ........................................ 205 Tires ............................................. 206 Snow chains ............................... 208 Winter driving instructions ................................ 209 Block heater .................................210 Deep water ...................................211 Passenger compartment ............211 Traveling abroad .........................211 Cruise control .................................212 Brake assist system (BAS) ...........................................215 Antilock brake system (ABS) ...........................................217 Four Wheel Electronic Traction System (4MATIC) .......................219 Electronic stability program (ESP) ........................................... 220 Parking assist (Parktronic) .............................. 224 What you should know at the gas station ...................... 229 Check regularly and before a long trip ...................... 231 Instrument cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ....................234 On-board diagnostic system .......................234 Check engine malfunction indicator lamp .............................234 Brake warning lamp ..................235 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp .............................236 Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning ....................236 Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp ...............237 BAS / ESP malfunction indicator lamp .............................237 ABS malfunction indicator lamp .............................237 Seat belt warning lamp .............238 Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console .....................238 Contents Contents AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .............................238 Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display ...............239 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE ................240 BATTERY / ALTERNATOR .........241 ABS-SYSTEM ...............................242 BRAKE ASSIST ...........................242 BRAKE LINING WEAR ..............243 BRAKE FLUID .............................243 PARKING BRAKE .......................244 ENGINE FAN ...............................244 COOLANT (coolant level) ..........245 COOLANT TEMP. ........................246 LIGHTING SYSTEM ....................247 LIGHT SENSOR ...........................248 REMOVE KEY .............................248 TELE AID .....................................249 STEERING GEAR OIL .................249 ENGINE OIL LEVEL ...................250 WASHER FLUID ..........................251 ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) ..252 Practical hints First aid kit ..................................... 254 Stowing things in the vehicle ...... 254 Fuses ............................................... 255 Hood ................................................ 257 Checking engine oil level ............. 260 Automatic transmission fluid level ................................... 261 Coolant level ................................... 261 Adding coolant ........................... 262 Windshield and headlamp washer system .......................... 263 Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio ........ 263 Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment ............... 264 Vehicle jack .................................... 265 Wheels ............................................ 266 Tire replacement ....................... 266 Rotating wheels ......................... 267 Spare wheel .................................... 268 Spare wheel bolts ...................... 268 Spare wheel .................................... 269 Changing wheels ........................... 271 Tire inflation pressure .................. 276 Battery .............................................277 Jump starting ..................................279 Towing the vehicle .........................282 Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking ..................284 Exterior lamps ................................285 Headlamp assembly ...................286 Taillamp assemblies ..................289 Changing batteries in the electronic main key ..................291 Synchronizing remote control ............................293 Emergency engine shut-down ..................................293 Rear seat cushion ..........................294 Emergency operation of sliding / pop-up roof .................295 Manual release for fuel filler flap .............................296 Replacing wiper blade insert .......296 Trunk lamp .....................................298 Roof rack .........................................298 Index Index ................................................326 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle .............................300 Power washer ..............................301 Tar stains .....................................301 Paintwork, painted body components .................................301 Engine cleaning ..........................302 Vehicle washing .........................302 Ornamental moldings ................302 Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses ......................302 Cleaning the parktronic system sensors ...........................303 Window cleaning / glass sunroof ...............................303 Wiper blades ...............................303 Light alloy wheels ......................304 Instrument cluster .....................304 Steering wheel and gear selector lever ......................304 Cup holder ...................................304 Seat belts .....................................304 Headliner and shelf below rear window .................... 304 Upholstery .................................. 305 Hard plastic trim items ............. 305 Plastic and rubber parts ........... 305 Technical data Spare parts service ....................... 308 Warranty coverage ........................ 308 Identification labels ...................... 309 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............311 Technical data .................................312 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ..........................318 Engine oils ...................................... 320 Engine oil additives ...................... 320 Air conditioner refrigerant .......... 320 Brake fluid ...................................... 320 Premium unleaded gasoline ........ 321 Fuel requirements ........................ 321 Gasoline additives ......................... 322 Coolants .......................................... 322 Consumer information ................. 324 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 P68.10-2411-29 1 Parking assist warning indicators, see page 226 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 202 7 Hood lock release, see page 257 8 Combination switch, see page 122 9 Cruise control switch, see page 212 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 190 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 55 Left front seat ventilation switch, see page 58 17 Headlamp washer switch, see page 121 18 Rear seat head restraints switch, see page 53 19 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 125 20 Central locking switch, see page 37 21 Tow-away alarm switch, see page 45 Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system, see page 43 22 Right front seat heater switch, see page 55 Right front seat ventilation switch, see page 58 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 10 P68.20-2279-27 1 Ashtray with lighter, see page 166 2 ESP control switch, see page 220 3 Power window switches, front doors, see page 154 4 Power window safety switch, rear doors, see page 154 5 Airbag Off indicator lamp, see page 238 6 Power window switches, rear doors, see page 154 7 Parktronic system deactivation switch, see page 228 8 Trunk lid release switch, see page 41 9 Mirror adjustment switch, see page 82 10 Rear window sunshade switch, see page 160 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 171 5 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 178 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 the trunk .......................32 Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside ..........................33 Panic button ..................................34 Mechanical keys ...........................34 Doors ..................................................35 Central locking switch ....................37 Automatic central locking ..............38 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ......................38 Trunk .................................................39 Trunk lid release switch ................. 41 Trunk lid emergency release .........42 Antitheft alarm system ...................43 22 Tow-away alarm ............................... 45 Power seats front ............................. 46 Front seat head restraints .............. 52 Rear seat head restraints ............... 53 Multicontour seat ............................ 54 Seat heater ........................................ 55 Seat ventilation ................................ 58 Seat belts and integrated restraint system .......................... 60 Seat belts .......................................... 60 Seat belt nonusage warning system ...........................61 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, 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 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 Rear window sunshade .................160 Sun visors ........................................161 Illuminated vanity mirrors ........... 161 Interior ............................................162 Armrest, rear bench ...................... 162 Cup holder in rear bench armrest ...................162 Glove box ......................................... 163 Cup holder and coin holder in glove box lid ........................... 163 Storage compartment above ashtray in center console ........ 164 Storage compartments in center console .......................164 Cup holder in center console .......165 Ashtrays ..........................................166 Lighter .............................................168 Cargo tie-down hooks .................... 169 Parcel net in front passenger footwell .......... 169 Cellular telephone .........................170 Shelf below rear window ..............170 Garage door opener ....................... 171 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 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. 24 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 P80.35-2031-26 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, trunk, 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. Note: Remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to trunk or storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key. See page 39 for separate locking of trunk and page 163 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, trunk (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 291 or to synchronize the remote control, see page 293. • 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 291 for checking batteries. The vehicle doors, trunk 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 ‹. With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk can also be opened by using the remote control. If the electronic key is inserted in steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked, and the trunk lid cannot be opened with the remote control. P80.35-2032-26 1 Transmit button ‹ Locking Œ Unlocking Š Opening trunk (if not separately locked) 2 Lamp for battery check (see page 291 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 trunk. Global unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock all doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk. Notes: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 39. 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 trunk 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 the turn signal lamps do not blink, a door or trunk is not closed properly. 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 291 and 293. 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. Opening the trunk The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance. A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft. (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Press transmit button Š until trunk lid is open. Important! Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle is centrally locked. Note: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 39. 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 Œ after 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. 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. 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 291 and 293. 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 Panic button 34 P80.35-2035-26 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, trunk, 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. Doors 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. 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. Important! The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. 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 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 trunk and fuel filler flap remain locked. • global unlocking mode, all doors, the trunk 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 trunk. 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 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 switch 1 Locking 2 Unlocking The central locking switch is located in the center console. The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central locking switch if both 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. Central locking system 37 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 trunk 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. 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 38 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 37. Important! Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is locked again when the lid is closed if the vehicle has been previously centrally locked. Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk lid. Be especially careful when small children are around. Trunk When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle. To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the electronic main key less its mechanical key with the vehicle. Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually. To unlock and open the trunk lid, turn mechanical key to position 1, hold and push to open. The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. When unlocking the trunk 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 296. 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 0 Neutral position – push to open (arrow) 1 Unlocking 2 Separate locking of trunk – remove mechanical key in this position. Lower trunk lid using handle (3) or recessed grip (4) and close it with grip molding (5). Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle. Trunk lid release switch The switch is located on the center console. The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance. A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft. (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. To open the trunk, the vehicle must be at standstill. Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open. The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open. Notes: The trunk can also be opened by using the remote control. Press Š button. The trunk lid cannot be opened by the switch or the remote control when previously locked separately with the mechanical key. To open, see page 39. The trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid release switch when the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control. To unlock vehicle with the remote control, see page 29. Central locking 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 Central locking system 42 Trunk lid emergency release The emergency release button (1) is located in the trunk lid. Briefly press emergency release button (1). All doors, the fuel filler flap, and the trunk unlock; and the trunk lid opens. Note: The emergency release button (1) only unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing. Important! The emergency trunk lid release button (1) does not open the trunk lid, if: • the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected, • the trunk lid was previously locked separately with the mechanical key, see page 39. Illumination of the emergency release button (1): The button will blink for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. The button will blink for 60 minutes after closing the trunk. 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 trunk, • opens the hood, • attempts to raise the vehicle. Antitheft alarm system 43 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 44 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 178. 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 178. 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 45 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. 46 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. 47 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

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