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Changing a wheel Flat tire You can find information on what to do in the event of a flat tire in the "Breakdown assistance" section (Y page 344). Instructions for driving with MOExtended tires in the event of a flat tire are also provided there. The "Breakdown assistance" section (Y page 344) contains information and notes on how to deal with a flat tire. Instructions for driving with MOExtended tires in the event of a flat tire are also provided there.
Interchanging the wheels G WARNING Interchanging the front and rear wheels may severely impair the driving characteristics if the wheels or tires have different dimensions. The wheel brakes or suspension components may also be damaged. There is a risk of accident. Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels and tires are of the same dimensions.
! On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure
monitor, electronic components are located in the wheel. Tire-mounting tools should not be used near the valve. This could damage the electronic components. Only have tires changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Always observe the instructions and safety notes in the "Mounting a wheel" section (Y page 385). The wear patterns on the front and rear tires differ, depending on the operating conditions. Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern has formed on the tires. Front tires typically wear more on the shoulders and the rear tires in the center. If your vehicle's tire configuration allows, you can rotate the wheels according to the intervals in the tire manufacturer's warranty book in your vehicle documents. If this is not available, the tires should then be replaced every 3,000 to 6,000 miles (5,000 to 10,000 km), or earlier if the tire wear requires this. Do not change the direction of wheel rotation. Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel is interchanged. Check the tire pressure and, if necessary, restart the tire pressure loss warning system or the tire pressure monitor.
Direction of rotation Tires with a specified direction of rotation have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk of hydroplaning. You will only gain these benefits if the correct direction of rotation is maintained. An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates its correct direction of rotation.
Storing wheels Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place. Protect the tires from oil, grease, gasoline and diesel.
Cleaning the wheels G WARNING The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage
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to the tires or chassis components. Components damaged in this way may fail unexpectedly. There is a risk of an accident. Do not use power washers with circular jet nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged tires or chassis components replaced immediately.
Mounting a wheel Preparing the vehicle X Park the vehicle on firm, non-slippery and
level ground.
X Apply the parking brake. X Bring the front wheels into the straight-
ahead position.
X Shift the transmission to position P. X Vehicles with AIRMATIC: make sure that "normal" level is selected (Y page 199).
X Switch off the engine. X Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove
the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the
driver's door. The on-board electronics have status 0, which is the same as the SmartKey having been removed.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock (Y page 154).
X If included in the vehicle equipment, take the tire-change tool kit out of the vehicle. X Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away.
386 Changing a wheel
Securing the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away
If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel chock, it can be found in the tire-change tool kit (Y page 342). The folding wheel chock is an additional securing measure to prevent the vehicle from rolling away, for example when changing a wheel. X Fold both plates upwards :. X Fold out lower plate ;. X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into
the openings in base plate =.
Securing the vehicle on slight downhill gradients (example: Sedan) X On light downhill gradients: place
chocks or other suitable items in front of the wheels of the front and rear axle.
Raising the vehicle G WARNING If you do not position the jack correctly at the appropriate jacking point of the vehicle, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. There is a risk of injury. Only position the jack at the appropriate jacking point of the vehicle. The base of the jack must be positioned vertically, directly under the jacking point of the vehicle.
Securing the vehicle on level ground (example: Sedan) X On level ground: place chocks or other suitable items under the front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite the wheel you wish to change.
! The jack is designed exclusively for
jacking up the vehicle at the jacking points. Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged. The following must be observed when raising the vehicle: Rto raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-
specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised.
Rthe jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed. It is not suited for performing maintenance work under the vehicle.
Ravoid changing the wheel on uphill and
downhill slopes.
Rbefore raising the vehicle, secure it from
rolling away by applying the parking brake and inserting wheel chocks. Never disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised.
Rthe jack must be placed on a firm, flat and
non-slip surface. On a loose surface, a large, load-bearing underlay must be used. On a slippery surface, a non-slip underlay must be used, e.g. rubber mats.
Rdo not use wooden blocks or similar
objects as a jack underlay. Otherwise, the jack will not be able to achieve its load- bearing capacity due to the restricted height.
Rthe maximum clearance between the
underside of the tire and the ground must be 1.2 in (3 cm).
Rnever place your hands and feet under the
raised vehicle.
Rnever lie under the raised vehicle. Rnever start the engine when the vehicle is
raised.
Rnever open or close a door or the trunk lid/
tailgate when the vehicle is raised.
Rmake sure that no persons are present in
the vehicle when the vehicle is raised.
X Using lug wrench :, loosen the bolts on the wheel you wish to change by about one full turn. Do not unscrew the bolts completely.
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Jacking points for the jack (example: Sedan) The jacking points are located just behind the front wheel housings and just in front of the rear wheel housings (arrows). AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG equipment: the vehicle has covers installed next to the jacking points on the outer sills to protect the vehicle body
Covers, front (example: vehicles with AMG Sports package) X AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG
equipment: fold cover ; upwards.
X Position jack ? at jacking point =.
388 Changing a wheel
Example X Make sure the foot of the jack is directly
beneath the jacking point.
X Turn crank A clockwise until jack ? sits
completely on jacking point = and the base of the jack lies evenly on the ground.
X Turn crank A until the tire is raised a
maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) off the ground.
Removing a wheel ! AMG vehicles: during removal and
repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it. Therefore, take precautions and get a second person to assist you. Alternatively, you can use a second alignment bolt.
! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a
dirty surface. The bolt and wheel hub threads could otherwise be damaged when you screw them in.
X Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt
completely.
X Screw alignment bolt : into the thread
instead of the wheel bolt.
X Unscrew the remaining wheel bolts fully. X Remove the wheel.
Mounting a new wheel G WARNING Oiled or greased wheel bolts or damaged wheel bolts/hub threads can cause the wheel bolts to come loose. As a result, you could lose a wheel while driving. There is a risk of accident. Never oil or grease wheel bolts. In the event of damage to the threads, contact a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Have the damaged wheel bolts or hub threads replaced/renewed. Do not continue driving. G WARNING If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is raised, the jack could tip over. There is a risk of injury. Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is on the ground.
Always pay attention to the instructions and safety notes in the "Changing a wheel" section (Y page 384). Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. ! AMG vehicles: during removal and
repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it. Therefore, take precautions and get a second person to assist you. Alternatively, you can use a second alignment bolt.
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! To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold the wheel securely against the wheel hub while screwing in the first wheel bolt.
Positioning a wheel (example: vehicle with emergency spare wheel) X Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact
surfaces.
X Slide the wheel to be mounted onto the
alignment bolt and push it on.
X Tighten the wheel bolts until they are
finger-tight.
X Unscrew the alignment bolt. X Tighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger-
tight.
X Vehicles with a collapsible spare
wheel: inflate the collapsible spare wheel (Y page 400). Only then lower the vehicle.
Lowering the vehicle G WARNING The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts and bolts are not tightened to the specified tightening torque. There is a risk of accident. Have the tightening torque immediately checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a wheel is changed.
! Vehicles with a collapsible spare
wheel: before lowering the vehicle, inflate the collapsible spare wheel with the tire inflation compressor. The wheel rim could otherwise be damaged.
Tightening wheel bolts (example: vehicle with emergency spare wheel) X Turn the crank of the jack counter-
clockwise until the vehicle is once again standing firmly on the ground.
X Place the jack to one side. X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a crosswise pattern in the sequence indicated (: to A). The tightening torque must be 96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
X Turn the jack back to its initial position. X Stow the jack and the rest of the vehicle
tools in the trunk again.
X AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG equipment: insert the cover into the outer sill.
X Check the tire pressure of the newly
mounted wheel and adjust it if necessary. Observe the recommended tire pressure (Y page 366).
i Vehicles with tire pressure monitor: all wheels mounted must be equipped with functioning sensors.
Wheel and tire combinations General notes ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz specifically for your vehicle.
390 Wheel and tire combinations
These tires have been specially adapted for use with the control systems, such as ABS or ESP®, and are marked as follows: RMO = Mercedes-Benz Original RMOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (tires featuring run-flat characteristics)
RMO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only
certain AMG tires)
Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires may only be used on wheels that have been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz. Only use tires, wheels or accessories tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Certain characteristics, e.g. handling, vehicle noise emissions or fuel consumption, may otherwise be adversely affected. In addition, when driving with a load, tire dimension variations could cause the tires to come into contact with the bodywork and axle components. This could result in damage to the tires or the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for damage resulting from the use of tires, wheels or accessories other than those tested and approved. Information on tires, wheels and approved combinations can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop.
Overview of abbreviations used in the following tire tables: RBA: both axles RFA: front axle RRA: rear axle The recommended pressures for various operating conditions can be found: Ron the Tire and Loading Information placard
with the recommended tire pressures on the B-pillar on the driver's side
Rin the tire pressure table on the inside of
the fuel filler flap
Observe the notes on recommended tire pressures under various operating conditions (Y page 366).
Check tire pressures regularly, and only when the tires are cold. Comply with the maintenance recommendations of the tire manufacturer in the vehicle document wallet. Notes on the vehicle equipment – always equip the vehicle with: Rtires of the same size on a given axle (left/
right)
Rthe same type of tires at a given time
(summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended tires)
Vehicles with MOExtended tires are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. It is therefore recommended that you additionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not feature run- flat properties, e.g. winter tires. A TIREFIT kit may be obtained from a qualified specialist workshop. i Not all wheel and tire combinations are available at the factory for all countries.
i On the following pages, you can find
information on approved wheel rims and tire sizes for equipping your vehicle with winter tires. Winter tires are not available at the factory as standard equipment or optional extras. If you would like to equip your vehicle with approved winter tires, you may also, in certain circumstances, require rims of the appropriate size. The sizes of the approved winter tires may deviate from that of the standard tires. This is dependent on the model and the equipment installed at the factory. The tires and wheel rims, as well as further information, can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.
Tires E 300 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY Summer tires R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XLAll-weather tires R17
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SBA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SMOExtended5
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SBA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SMOExtended5
R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+SWheel and tire combinations
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Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Alloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Winter tires R17
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2Alloy wheels
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SiMOExtended5
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)5 MOExtended tires (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
loss warning system or tire pressure monitor.
392 Wheel and tire combinations
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Alloy wheels
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SiMOExtended5
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 H XL M+Si RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2Alloy wheels
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)
E 350 BlueEFFICIENCY Summer tires R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XLFA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL RA: 265/35 R18 97 Y XL
All-weather tires R17
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SBA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SMOExtended5
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SBA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SMOExtended5
Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) RA: 9.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm)Alloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)5 MOExtended tires (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
loss warning system or tire pressure monitor.
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R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+SFA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+S RA: 265/40 R18 97 V XL M+S
Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) RA: 9.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.13 in (54 mm)Winter tires R17
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2Alloy wheels
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SiMOExtended5
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SiMOExtended5
R18
Tires 245/40 R18 97 H XL M+SiE 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY Summer tires R186
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XLWheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Alloy wheels RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)5 MOExtended tires (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
loss warning system or tire pressure monitor.
6 Sedan only.
394 Wheel and tire combinations
All-weather tires R17
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SBA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SMOExtended5, 6
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SBA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SMOExtended5, 6
R186
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+SAlloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Winter tires R17
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2Alloy wheels
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SiMOExtended5
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SiMOExtended5
R186
Tires 245/40 R18 97 H XL M+SiWheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Alloy wheels RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)5 MOExtended tires (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
loss warning system or tire pressure monitor.
6 Sedan only.
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E 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY Summer tires R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XLAll-weather tires R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+SAlloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Winter tires R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R19 97 V XL M+Si BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2Alloy wheels
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)
E 63 AMG Summer tires R187
Tires FA: 255/40 ZR18 (99 Y) XL MO1
RA: 285/35 ZR18 (101 Y) XL MO18R19
Tires FA: 255/35 ZR19 (96 Y) XL RA: 285/30 ZR19 (98 Y) XL8Alloy wheels FA: 9.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm)Alloy wheels FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm)7 Not in connection with a ceramic brake system. 8 The use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
396 Wheel and tire combinations
Winter tires R187
Tires FA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+Si RA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+Si9R19
Tires FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+Si RA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+Si9, 10FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+Si RA: 285/30 R19 98 V XL M+Si8
E 350 BlueTEC Summer tires R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XLAlloy wheels FA: 9.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm)Alloy wheels FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm) FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm)Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)7 Not in connection with a ceramic brake system. 9 Use of snow chains: contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 10 Maximum permissible speed for the Wagon: 137 mph (220 km/h). 8 The use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
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All-weather tires R17
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SBA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SMOExtended5
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SBA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SMOExtended5
R18
Tires BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+SAlloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)Winter tires R17
Tires BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2Alloy wheels
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si MOExtended5
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+Si BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)245/45 R17 99 H XL M+SiMOExtended5
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)5 MOExtended tires (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
loss warning system or tire pressure monitor.
Alloy wheels RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)is found on the wheel or under "Technical data" (Y page 402). An emergency spare wheel may also be mounted against the direction of rotation. Observe the time restriction on use as well as the speed limitation specified on the emergency spare wheel. Replace the tires after six years at the latest, regardless of wear. This also applies to the emergency spare wheel. i When you are driving with the collapsible
spare wheel mounted, the tire pressure loss warning system or the tire pressure monitor cannot function reliably. Only restart the tire pressure loss warning system/the tire pressure monitor when the damaged wheel has been replaced with a new wheel. Vehicles with tire pressure monitor: after mounting an emergency spare wheel, the system may still display the tire pressure of the removed wheel for a few minutes. The value displayed for the mounted emergency spare wheel is not the same as the current tire pressure of the emergency spare wheel.
398 Emergency spare wheel
R18
Tires 245/40 R18 97 H XL M+SiEmergency spare wheel Important safety notes G WARNING The wheel or tire size as well as the tire type of the spare wheel or emergency spare wheel and the wheel to be replaced may differ. Mounting an emergency spare wheel may severely impair the driving characteristics. There is a risk of an accident. To avoid hazardous situations: Radapt your driving style accordingly and
drive carefully.
Rnever install more than one spare wheel or emergency spare wheel that differs in size. Ronly use a spare wheel or emergency spare
wheel of a different size briefly.
Rdo not switch ESP® off. Rhave a spare wheel or emergency spare wheel of a different size replaced at the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Observe that the wheel and tire dimensions as well as the tire type must be correct.
When using an emergency spare wheel or spare wheel of a different size, you must not exceed the maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Snow chains must not be mounted on emergency spare wheels.
General notes You should regularly check the pressure of the emergency spare wheel, particularly prior to long trips, and correct the pressure as necessary (Y page 366). The applicable value
Emergency spare wheel
399
Removing the emergency spare wheel (Sedan)
Removing the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel/collapsible spare wheel Opening the stowage well
Example: well insert Sedan: the emergency spare wheel can be found in the stowage well under the trunk floor. X Lift the trunk floor upwards (Y page 301). X Release tabs : on the right of well
insert ;.
X Reach into recess = of well insert ;,
swing the insert up and remove it.
Wagon: the emergency spare wheel is located in the stowage well under the cargo compartment floor. X Remove the seat cushions of the folding
bench seat (Y page 108).
X Lift the cargo compartment floor up.
Example: Sedan X Remove vehicle tool kit tray :. X Turn stowage tray ; counter-clockwise
and remove it.
X Remove "Minispare" emergency spare
wheel =.
Removing the emergency spare wheel (Wagon)
Example: emergency spare wheel X Remove vehicle tool kit tray : by
recess ;.
X Remove "Minispare" emergency spare
wheel =.
400 Emergency spare wheel
Removing the emergency spare wheel (AMG vehicles)
X Reach into cutout : in the tool holder and
lift it up.
X Remove collapsible spare wheel ;. For further information on changing and mounting a wheel, see (Y page 385).
Stowing a used collapsible spare wheel ! Only place the collapsible spare wheel in
the vehicle when it is dry. Otherwise, moisture may get into the vehicle.
Take the following steps to stow a used collapsible spare wheel. It will not otherwise install into the spare wheel well. Mercedes- Benz recommends that you have this work performed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Unscrew the valve cap from the valve. X Use the back of the valve cap to unscrew the valve insert from the valve and release the air.
i Fully deflating the tires can take a few
minutes.
X Screw the valve insert back into the valve. X Screw the valve cap back on.
X Remove the protective sheet from the
vehicle tool kit and pull it over the collapsible spare wheel.
X Stow the collapsible spare wheel in the emergency spare wheel well under the trunk.
Inflating the collapsible spare wheel ! Inflate the collapsible spare wheel using
the tire inflation compressor before lowering the vehicle. The wheel rim could otherwise be damaged.
! Do not operate the tire inflation
compressor for longer than eight minutes at a time without a break. It may otherwise overheat. The tire inflation compressor can be operated again once it has cooled down.
X Mount the collapsible spare wheel as
described (Y page 384). The collapsible spare wheel must be mounted before it is inflated.
X Pull connector ? and the air hose out of
the housing.
X Remove the cap from the valve on the
collapsible spare wheel.
X Screw union nut : on the air hose onto the
valve.
X Make sure on/off switch A of the tire
inflation compressor is set to 0.
X Insert connector ? into the cigarette
lighter socket or into a 12 V socket in your vehicle. Observe the notes on the cigarette lighter (Y page 309). Observe the notes on sockets (Y page 309).
X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the
ignition lock (Y page 153).
X Press on/off switch A on the tire inflation
compressor to I. The tire inflation compressor is switched on. The tire is inflated. The tire pressure is shown on pressure gauge =.
X Inflate the tire to the specified tire
pressure. The specified tire pressure is printed on the yellow label of the emergency spare wheel. X When the specified tire pressure has been
reached, press on/off switch A on the electric air pump to 0. The tire inflation compressor is switched off.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the
ignition lock.
X If the tire pressure is higher than the
specified pressure, press pressure release button ; until the correct tire pressure has been reached.
X Unscrew union nut : on the air hose from
the valve.
X Screw the valve cap onto the collapsible
spare wheel valve again.
X Stow plug ? and the air hose in the lower
section of the blower housing.
X Stow the tire inflation compressor in the
vehicle.
Emergency spare wheel
401
Alloy wheels 4.0 B x 17 H211
Wheel offset: 1.54 in (39 mm) 4.5 B x 18 H212
Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm)Alloy wheels 6.5 B x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 0.55 in (14 mm)402 Emergency spare wheel
Technical data All vehicles (except AMG vehicles) "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Tires T 155/70 R17 110 M11
Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi) T 155/60 R18 107 M12
Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi)AMG vehicles Collapsible spare wheel Tires 175/50 – 19 97 P Tire pressure: 350 kPa (3.5 bar/51 psi)
11 Not for E 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY. 12 Only for E 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY.
Useful information ............................ 404
Information regarding technical data .................................................... 404
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 404
Warranty ............................................ 405
Identification plates ......................... 405
Service products and filling capaci- ties ..................................................... 406
Vehicle data ...................................... 414403
404 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described. This also applies to safety- related systems and functions.
i Read the information on qualified specialist workshops: (Y page 25).
Information regarding technical data
G WARNING HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read the HYBRID Supplemental Operating Instructions included in your vehicle literature portfolio. You may otherwise not receive all necessary safety information and warning for the operation of your vehicle.
i The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim levels.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
G WARNING Driving safety may be impaired if non- approved parts, tires and wheels or safety- relevant accessories are used. This could lead to malfunctions in safety- relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. This could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal quality. Only use tires, wheels
and accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehicle. H Environmental note Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major assemblies and parts which are of the same quality as new parts. They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new parts.
! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devices, as well as control units and sensors for these restraint systems, may be installed in the following areas of your vehicle: Rdoors Rdoor pillars Rdoor sills Rseats Rcockpit Rinstrument cluster Rcenter console Do not install accessories such as audio systems in these areas. Do not carry out repairs or welding. You could impair the operating efficiency of the restraint systems. Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to strict quality control. Each part has been specially developed, manufactured or selected for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and fine-tuned for them. Only genuine Mercedes- Benz parts should therefore be used. More than 300,000 different genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are available for Mercedes-Benz models. All Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts for necessary service and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts delivery centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
Identification plates
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Always specify the vehicle identification number (VIN) (Y page 405) and the engine number (Y page 406) when ordering genuine Mercedes-Benz parts.
Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehicle identification number (VIN)
Warranty
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will replace and repair all factory-installed parts in accordance with the following warranty terms and conditions: RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty REmission Systems Warranty REmission Performance Warranty RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
RState warranty enforcement laws (Lemon
Laws)
Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i If you lose the Service and Warranty
Information booklet, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to arrange a replacement. It will be mailed to you.
X Open the driver's door.
You will see vehicle identification plate :.
Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)
Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only) ; VIN = Paint code i The data shown on the vehicle
identification plate is used only as an example. This data is different for every
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vehicle and can deviate from the data shown here. You can find the data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle's identification plate.
Engine number
VIN
X Slide the right-hand front seat to its
rearmost position.
X Fold floor covering : upwards.
You will see VIN ;.
The VIN can also be found in the following locations: Ron the lower edge of windshield
Ron the vehicle identification plate
(Y page 406)
(Y page 405)
: Emission control information plate,
including the certification of both federal and Californian emissions standards
; Engine number (stamped into the
crankcase)
= VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield)
Service products and filling capacities Important safety notes G WARNING Comply with all valid regulations with respect to handling, storing and disposing of service fluids. Otherwise, you could endanger persons or the environment. Keep service fluids out of the reach of children. For health reasons, you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing. If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. H Environmental note Dispose of service products in an environmentally responsible manner.
Service products include the following: RFuels (e.g. gasoline, diesel) RExhaust gas aftertreatment additives, e.g.
DEF
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RLubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil) RCoolant RBrake fluid RWindshield washer fluid RClimate control system refrigerant Components and service products must be matched. You should therefore only use products that have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Information on tested and approved products can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. You can recognize service products approved by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscription on the containers: RMB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51) RMB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51) Other designations or recommendations indicate a level of quality or a specification in accordance with an MB Sheet number (e.g. MB 229.5). They have not necessarily been approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Fuel Important safety notes G WARNING Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly flammable and poisonous. They burn violently and can cause serious injury. Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline or diesel fuel! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline or diesel fuel, avoid inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing contact. Extinguish all smoking materials. Direct skin contact with fuels and the inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging your health.
Tank capacity
Model
All models
Model
All models (except E 63 AMG)
E 63 AMG
Total
capacity 21.1 US gal
(80.0 l)
Of which reserve Approx. 2.4 US gal
(9.0 l) Approx. 3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
Gasoline Fuel grade ! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine. Even small amounts of the wrong fuel result in damage to the fuel system and engine.
! You should only refuel with unleaded premium-grade gasoline as this avoids damaging the catalytic converter. If engine running problems are apparent, have the cause checked immediately and repaired. Excess unburned fuel can otherwise enter the catalytic converter, leading to overheating and possibly causing a fire.
! To ensure the longevity and full
performance of the engine, only premium- grade unleaded gasoline may be used. If there is no premium-grade unleaded gasoline available and regular unleaded gasoline must be used, please observe the following precautions: Ronly fill the fuel tank to half full with
regular unleaded gasoline and fill the rest
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with premium-grade unleaded gasoline as soon as possible.
Rdo not drive at the maximum speed. Ravoid sudden acceleration. Rif the vehicle is carrying a light load, e.g. two passengers without luggage, do not allow the engine to rev above 3000 rpm.
Rif the vehicle is fully loaded or is being
operated in mountainous terrain, do not depress the accelerator pedal further than Ô of the pedal travel.
Only refuel using premium-grade unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 91. Reformulated Gasoline (RFG) and/or unleaded gasoline with additives can be used. The concentration of additives in the fuel, however, must not exceed 10%, e.g.: REthanol RTAME RETBE RIPA RTBA For MTBE, the concentration should not exceed 15%. The concentration of methanol in gasoline, including other additives, must not exceed 3%. Using mixtures of methanol and ethanol is not permitted. Gasohol, a mixture of 10% ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline, may be used. All of these mix fuels must fulfill the fuel requirements, e.g.: Rknock resistance Rboiling point Rvapor pressure You will usually find information about the fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the label on the pump, ask the staff for assistance. i For further information, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Information on refueling (Y page 170). Additives ! Do not refuel with low-grade fuel and do not use fuel additives that are not tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Damage to or malfunctions of the fuel system may otherwise occur.
One of the main problems of poor fuel quality is the forming of deposits that are created during the gasoline combustion process. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use branded fuels that have additives. If you use fuels without these additives over a longer period of time, carbon deposits may build up. These deposits form at the inlet valves and in the combustion chamber in particular. This could lead to engine problems, e.g.: Rlonger engine warm-up phase Runeven idle Rengine noise Rmisfiring Rloss of power Carbon deposits may form if the availability of gasoline with relevant additives is insufficient (in certain regions). In this case, Mercedes-Benz recommends additives approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles; see http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. For a list of approved products, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Comply with the instructions for use on the product label. Do not mix other fuel additives with fuel. This causes unnecessary costs and could damage the engine.
Diesel Fuel grade G WARNING Do not use gasoline to refuel vehicles with a diesel engine. Never mix diesel with gasoline. This causes damage to the fuel system and
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engine and could result in the vehicle catching fire.
! Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL (ULSD, 15 ppm maximum sulfur content) that meets the ASTM D975 standard. If you do not refuel with ULSD, you may damage the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system of the vehicle.
! Do not use gasoline to refuel vehicles with a diesel engine. Do not mix diesel fuel with gasoline, kerosene or paraffin. This may otherwise result in damage to the fuel system and engine.
You will usually find information about the fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the label on the pump, ask the staff for assistance. i For further information, consult a
qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Information on refueling (Y page 170). Low outside temperatures i Diesel fuel with improved cold flow
properties is available during the winter months. Further information about fuel properties can be obtained from oil companies, e.g. at gas stations.
Flow improver To improve the low-temperature resistance of diesel fuel, a flow improver can be attached. The effectiveness of a flow improver is not guaranteed for every fuel. Only use flow improvers tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. During use, please observe the information on operation. Correct dosage and sufficient mixing are decisive in improving low-temperature resistance with the flow improver. Overdosage can potentially even decrease low-temperature resistance and must
therefore be avoided. Follow the manufacturer's guidelines on dosage. Mix the additive into the diesel in good time, before the flow characteristics of the diesel become insufficient. Otherwise, malfunctions can arise through heating the fuel system, e.g. through parking in a heated garage. More information about recommended flow improvers can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop.
Flexible fuel vehicles Important safety notes G WARNING E85 fuel (ethanol) and its vapours are poisonous, highly flammable and highly combustible. E85 fuel can cause serious injury if ignited, if you come into contact with it you or if you inhale fuel vapors. Avoid inhaling E85 fuel vapors and avoid skin contact with E85 fuel. Extinguish any naked flames before refueling. Keep sparks away from E85 fuel, and do not smoke.
Flexible Fuel vehicles can be refueled with the following fuel types: Rpremium-grade unleaded gasoline RE85 fuel Ra mixture of E85 fuel and premium-grade
unleaded gasoline
i Flexible Fuel vehicles can be recognized by the Ethanol up to E85 sticker on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
Fuel consumption The energy content of E85 fuel is less than that of the same amount of premium-grade gasoline. The amount of fuel consumed when operating the vehicle with E85 fuel is therefore higher than with premium-grade gasoline.
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Maintenance Inform your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center that you are operating or have operated the vehicle with E85 fuel. Low outside temperatures The starting procedure may take much longer when operating the vehicle with E85 fuel at outside temperatures below 32 ‡ (0 †). E85 fuel is not suitable for use at outside temperatures below -4 ‡ (-20 †).
DEF General notes DEF is a non-flammable, non-toxic, colorless, odorless and water-soluble fluid.
High outside temperatures G WARNING If you open the DEF tank cap, small amounts of ammonia vapor may be released. This depends in particular upon the age of the DEF. Ammonia vapors have a pungent odor and are particularly irritating to: Rskin Rmucous membranes Reyes You may experience a burning sensation in your eyes, nose and throat, as well as coughing and watering of the eyes. Do not inhale any ammonia vapors that may be released. Fill the DEF tank only in well- ventilated areas.
Low outside temperatures DEF freezes at a temperature of approximately 12 ‡ (-11 †). The vehicle is equipped with a DEF preheating system when it leaves the factory. Winter operation is therefore also guaranteed at temperatures below 12 ‡ (-11 †).
Additives ! Only use DEF in accordance with ISO
22241. Do not use additives with DEF and do not dilute DEF with water. This may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system.
Purity ! Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other
service products, cleaning agents or dust) lead to: Rincreased emission values Rdamage to the catalytic converter Rengine damage Rmalfunctions in the BlueTEC exhaust gas
aftertreatment system
Assuring the purity of DEF is particularly important with respect to avoiding malfunctions in the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system. If DEF is pumped out of the DEF tank, e.g. during repair work, it must not be returned to the tank. The purity of the fluid can no longer be guaranteed.
Filling capacities
Model E 350 BlueTEC
Total capacity 6.5 US gal (24.5 l)
Engine oil General notes ! Never use engine oil or an oil filter of a specification other than is necessary to fulfill the prescribed service intervals. Do not change the engine oil or oil filter in order to achieve longer replacement intervals than those prescribed. You could otherwise cause engine damage or damage to the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
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Follow the instructions in the service interval display regarding the oil change. Otherwise, you may damage the engine and the exhaust gas aftertreatment. The engine oils are matched to the performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vehicles with maintenance systems. For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or visit the website http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. The table shows which engine oils have been approved for your vehicle. Model
Engine model 276
MB Approval 229.5
E 300 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY (Canada only) E 350 BlueEFFICIENCY (USA only) E 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY E 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY E 63 AMG E 350 BlueTEC
278
157
642229.5
229.5
228.51, 229.31, 229.51Use only SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils for AMG vehicles. i MB approval is indicated on the oil
containers.
Filling capacities The following values refer to an oil change including the oil filter.
Model E 300 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY (Canada only) E 350 BlueEFFICIENCY (USA only) E 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY E 350 BlueTEC E 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY E 63 AMG
Capacity
6.9 US qt (6.5 l)
8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
With external oil
cooler:
9.0 US qt(8.5 l)
Additives ! Do not use any additives in the engine oil.
This could damage the engine.
Engine oil viscosity
Viscosity describes the flow characteristics of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity, this means that it is thick; a low viscosity means that it is thin. Select an engine oil with an SAE (viscosity) classification suitable for the prevailing outside temperatures. The table shows you which SAE classifications are to be used. The low-temperature characteristics of engine oils can deteriorate significantly, e.g. as a result of aging, soot and fuel deposits. It is
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therefore strongly recommended that you carry out regular oil changes using an approved engine oil with the appropriate SAE classification.
Brake fluid G WARNING Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs
