Mercedes Benz E Class Wagon 2005 Owner's Manual

Operator’s Manual
E-Class Wagon
Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
Please read this manual carefully, then
return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.
Your selection of our product is a demon­stration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, 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 help assure your driving pleasure, as well as your and your passengers' safe­ty, we ask you to make a small investment of time:
Please follow the recommendations
contained in this manual. They are de­signed to assist you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
Please pay attention to 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.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents

Introduction.......................................... 9
Product information................................ 9
Operator’s Manual ............................... 10
Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of
Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11
Maintenance .................................. 12
Roadside Assistance ...................... 12
Change of address or ownership.... 12
Operating your vehicle
outside the USA or Canada ............ 13
Where to find it .................................... 14
Symbols............................................... 15
Operating safety .................................. 16
Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16
Problems with your vehicle .................. 17
Reporting safety defects...................... 18
Reporting safety defects ................ 18
Vehicle data recording ......................... 19
Information regarding electronic
recording devices........................... 19
At a glance .......................................... 21
Cockpit................................................. 22
Instrument cluster ................................ 24
Multifunction steering wheel ................ 26
Center console ..................................... 27
Upper part ...................................... 27
Lower part ...................................... 28
Overhead control panel ........................ 29
Door control panel................................ 30
Getting started................................... 31
Unlocking ............................................. 32
Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 32
Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*......... 33
Starter switch positions .................. 34
Adjusting .............................................. 38
Seats .............................................. 38
Steering wheel ................................ 40
Mirrors............................................ 41
Driving.................................................. 44
Fastening the seat belts ................. 44
Starting the engine ......................... 47
Switching on headlamps ................. 51
Turn signals .................................... 51
Windshield wipers........................... 52
Rear window wiper/ washer ........... 54
Problems while driving.................... 55
Parking and locking .............................. 56
Parking brake ................................. 56
Switching off headlamps................. 57
Turning off engine ........................... 57
Contents
Safety and Security........................... 61
Occupant safety................................... 62
Air bags .......................................... 63
Seat belts ....................................... 69
Children in the vehicle .................... 73
Blocking of rear door
window operation........................... 84
Panic alarm .......................................... 86
Activating ....................................... 86
Deactivating ................................... 86
Driving safety systems......................... 87
ABS ................................................ 87
BAS ................................................ 89
ESP................................................. 89
SBC brake system .......................... 92
Four wheel electronic traction
system (4MATIC) with the ESP ....... 95
Anti-theft systems................................ 97
Immobilizer..................................... 97
Anti-theft alarm system.................. 98
Tow-away alarm ............................. 99
Controls in detail............................. 101
Locking and unlocking ....................... 102
SmartKey ..................................... 102
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ...... 107
Opening the doors from the inside 114
Opening the tailgate..................... 115
Closing the tailgate ...................... 117
Automatic central locking ............ 122
Locking and unlocking from the
inside ........................................... 122
Seats ................................................. 124
Easy-entry/ exit feature ............... 124
Removing and installing front
seat head restraints ..................... 126
Rear seat head restraints ............. 127
Drive-Dynamic seat* with
multicontour features................... 130
Seat heating* ............................... 132
Seat ventilation* .......................... 133
Folding bench seat in cargo
compartment ............................... 134
Memory function ............................... 138
Storing positions in memory ........ 139
Recalling positions from memory. 139 Storing exterior rear view mirror
parking position ........................... 140
Lighting ............................................. 141
Exterior lamp switch .................... 141
Combination switch ..................... 145
Hazard warning flasher ................ 146
Interior lighting ............................ 147
Door entry lamps ......................... 149
Interior lighting in the rear ........... 149
Instrument cluster ............................. 150
Instrument cluster illumination .... 150
Coolant temperature indicator..... 151
Trip odometer .............................. 151
Tachometer.................................. 152
Outside temperature indicator ..... 152
Contents
Control system .................................. 153
Multifunction display.................... 153
Multifunction steering wheel........ 154
Menus .......................................... 156
Standard display menu ................ 158
AUDIO menu ................................ 158
NAV* menu .................................. 160
Distronic* menu........................... 160
Vehicle status message
memory menu .............................. 161
Settings menu .............................. 162
Trip computer menu..................... 178
TEL menu* ................................... 179
Automatic transmission..................... 183
One-touch gearshifting................. 185
Gear ranges ................................. 186
Gear selector lever position ......... 187
Automatic shift program .............. 188
Driving tips................................... 189
Emergency operation
(Limp Home Mode) ...................... 190
Good visibility ..................................... 191
Headlamp cleaning system* ......... 191
Rear view mirror ........................... 191
Sun visors ..................................... 193
Roller sunblind* in the rear doors. 194
Rear window defroster.................. 195
Dual-zone automatic climate control.. 196
Deactivating the dual-zone
automatic climate control system. 201
Setting the temperature................ 201
Adjusting air distribution............... 201
Adjusting air volume ..................... 202
Defrosting ..................................... 203
Air recirculation mode .................. 204
Air conditioning............................. 206
Residual heat and ventilation* ...... 207
4-zone automatic climate control*..... 208
Deactivating the 4-zone automatic climate control system 213
Setting the temperature ............... 214
Adjusting air distribution .............. 214
Adjusting air volume ..................... 215
Defrosting ..................................... 215
Maximum cooling MAX COOL ....... 216
Air recirculation mode .................. 216
Air conditioning ............................ 218
Residual heat and ventilation ....... 219
Rear air conditioning..................... 219
Power windows .................................. 221
Opening and closing the windows 221
Synchronizing power windows...... 223
Summer opening feature .............. 223
Convenience closing feature......... 224
Power tilt/ sliding sunroof*................ 225
Opening and closing the power
tilt/ sliding sunroof ....................... 225
Synchronizing the power
tilt/ sliding sunroof ....................... 227
Contents
Driving systems ................................. 228
Cruise control............................... 228
Distronic*..................................... 232
Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* ......... 244
Loading .............................................. 247
Split rear bench seat .................... 247
Expanding the cargo
compartment................................ 249
Loading instructions ..................... 250
Cargo tie-down rings .................... 251
Cargo management system*
(Canada only) ............................... 252
Storage box in cargo
compartment (Canada only) ......... 255
Twin roller blind............................ 256
Useful features .................................. 259
Storage compartments................. 259
Cup holders .................................. 262
Ashtrays ....................................... 265
Cigarette lighter ........................... 266
12-V socket* ................................ 266
Heated steering wheel* ............... 267
Floormats ..................................... 268
Telephone*................................... 268
Tele Aid* ...................................... 269
Garage door opener ..................... 277
Operation ......................................... 283
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ......... 284
Driving instructions............................ 285
Drive sensibly – save fuel ............. 285
Drinking and driving ..................... 285
Pedals .......................................... 285
Power assistance ......................... 286
Brakes .......................................... 286
Driving off .................................... 288
Parking......................................... 288
Tires ............................................. 288
Hydroplaning................................ 289
Tire traction.................................. 290
Tire speed rating .......................... 290
Winter driving instructions ........... 291
Standing water ............................. 292
Passenger compartment .............. 293
Driving abroad.............................. 293
Control and operation of radio
transmitter ................................... 293
Catalytic converter ....................... 294
Emission control .......................... 294
Coolant temperature .................... 295
At the gas station .............................. 296
Refueling...................................... 296
Check regularly and before a
long trip ....................................... 297
Engine compartment ......................... 299
Hood ............................................ 299
Engine oil ..................................... 300
Transmission fluid level ................ 303
Coolant level ................................ 303
Battery ......................................... 305
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*......... 306
Tires and wheels................................ 307
Important guidelines .................... 307
Tire care and maintenance........... 308
Direction of rotation..................... 310
Loading the vehicle ...................... 310
Recommended tire inflation
pressure....................................... 316
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 318
Tire labeling ................................. 323
Load identification ....................... 327
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................. 327
Maximum tire load ....................... 329
Maximum tire inflation pressure .. 329
Contents
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (U.S. vehicles) ............. 330
Tire ply material ........................... 332
Tire and loading terminology ........ 332
Rotating tires ............................... 335
Winter driving .................................... 337
Winter tires .................................. 337
Block heater* (Canada only) ........ 338
Snow chains................................. 338
Maintenance...................................... 339
Clearing the maintenance
service indicator........................... 340
Maintenance service term
exceeded ..................................... 340
Calling up the maintenance
service indicator........................... 341
Resetting the maintenance
service indicator........................... 341
Setting the date for special
works ........................................... 342
Calling up the maintenance
service data information .............. 343
Vehicle care....................................... 344
Cleaning and care of vehicle ........ 344
Practical hints .................................. 351
What to do if … ................................... 352
Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 352
Lamp in center console................. 360
Vehicle status messages in the
multifunction display..................... 362
Where will I find ...? ............................ 401
First aid kit.................................... 401
Vehicle tool kit, jack and
spare wheel .................................. 401
Unlocking / locking in an emergency .. 404
Unlocking the vehicle.................... 404
Locking the vehicle ....................... 405
Fuel filler flap emergency release . 405
Manually unlocking the
gear selector lever ........................ 405
Opening/ closing in an emergency..... 407
Tilt/ sliding sunroof*..................... 407
Replacing SmartKey batteries ............ 408
SmartKey ...................................... 408
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ....... 409
Replacing bulbs .................................. 410
Bulbs............................................. 410
Replacing bulbs for front lamps .... 413
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 415
Replacing wiper blades ...................... 416
Removing wiper blades ................. 416
Installing wiper blades .................. 417
Flat tire............................................... 418
Preparing the vehicle .................... 418
Mounting the spare wheel ............ 419
Batteries............................................. 424
Disconnecting the battery ............ 426
Removing the battery ................... 426
Charging and reinstalling the
battery .......................................... 427
Reconnecting the battery ............. 427
Jump starting...................................... 428
Towing the vehicle.............................. 430
Installing towing eye bolt .............. 433
Fuses.................................................. 434
Aids for replacing fuses ................ 434
Fuse box in passenger
compartment ................................ 435
Fuse box in cargo compartment ... 435
Contents
Technical data.................................. 437
Parts service ...................................... 438
Warranty coverage ............................. 439
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet...................... 439
Identification labels............................ 440
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 441
E 320/ E 500 ............................... 441
Engine................................................ 442
Rims and tires .................................... 443
Same size tires ............................. 444
Mixed size tires ............................ 445
Minispare wheel ........................... 446
Electrical system................................ 447
Main dimensions................................ 448
Weights.............................................. 449
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. .......... 450
Capacities .................................... 450
Engine oils.................................... 453
Engine oil additives ...................... 453
Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 453
Brake fluid.................................... 453
Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 454
Gasoline additives ........................ 454
Fuel requirements ........................ 455
Coolants....................................... 455
Windshield and headlamp washer
system ......................................... 458
Technical terms............................... 459
Index................................................. 465

Product information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:
We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.
We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in indi­vidual cases an official approval or authori­zation by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and acces­sories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.

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Product information
Genuine Mercedes-Benz 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.
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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.
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 Ce nter w ill be glad to info r m you of correc t care and operating procedures.The Opera­tor’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:
New Car Limited Warranty
Emission System Warranty
Emission Performance Warranty
California, Maine, Massachusetts, and
Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)
State Warranty Enforcement Laws
(Lemon Laws)
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Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its au­thorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or mal­functions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the pe­riod of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18000 miles (approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following oc­curs:
(1) the same substantial defect or mal-
function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that de­fect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,
(2) the same substantial defect or mal-
function of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have direct­ly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason
of repair of the same or different sub­stantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days.
Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.
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Maintenance

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

Roadside Assistance

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

Change of address or ownership

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Informa­tion Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, 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 Customer Assistance Cen­ter (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
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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 cat-
alytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,
gasoline may have a considerably low-
er 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 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
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Where to find it
This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro­vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. For easy access, each section has its own reference color:
At a glance
Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.
Getting started
Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are rent­ing or borrowing this vehicle.
Safety and Security
Here you will find descriptions of the safety and security features of your vehicle.
Controls in detail
Here you will find detailed information about the equipment installed in your vehi­cle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes techni­cal innovations. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.
Operation
Here you will find all the information you need for the proper operation of your vehi­cle.
Practical hints
This section provides fast assistance for dealing with problems you may encounter.
Technical data
All important technical data for your vehi­cle can be found in this section.
Indexes
The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms.
The table of contents and the index are de­signed to help you find information quickly and easily.
The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation:
this Operator’s Manual
the Maintenance Booklet
Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehi­cle.
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Symbols
The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:
Warning! G
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Symbols
This symbol points to instructions for
you to follow.
* Optional equipment is identified
with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehi­cle.
Warning notices draw your attention to haz­ards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others.
!
Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle.
i
Helpful hints or further information you may find useful.
A number of these symbols appearing
in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure.
Page This symbol tells you where to
look for further information on a topic.
컄컄 This continuation symbol marks
an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page.
-> In the glossary of technical terms, this symbol is used to in­dicate cross-references to term definitions.
DISPLAY
Words appearing in the multi­function display are printed in the type shown here.
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Operating safety
Warning! G
Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are in­terconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other sys­tems. Electronic malfunctions could seri­ously impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components.
Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore nev­er turn off the engine while driving.
Warning! G
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires / wheels, for example when running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, may cause serious damage to and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a sudden strong vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on your haz­ard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road.
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires / wheels for possible damage. If the ve­hicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair fa­cility for further inspection or repairs.

Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules:
the safety precautions in this manual
the “Technical data” section in this
manual
traffic rules and regulations
motor vehicle laws and safety stan-
dards
Warning! G
Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. You should not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Re­moval of any of these labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or per­sonal injury.
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Problems with your vehicle
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 an 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 one of the following addresses:
In the USA:
Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
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Reporting safety defects

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 dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (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.
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Vehicle data recording

Vehicle data recording

Information regarding electronic recording devices

(Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951)
Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.
This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others
for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes
with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee
in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency
for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or
as otherwise required or permitted by law.
Please check the Tele Aid subscription service agreement for details regarding the information that may be recorded or transmitted via that system.
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At a glance

Cockpit
Instrument cluster
Multifunction steering wheel
Center console
Overhead control panel
Door control panel
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At a glance

Cockpit

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At a glance
Cockpit
Item Page
1 Parking brake pedal 49, 56
2 Hood lock release 299
3 Steering wheel adjustment
41
stalk
Heated steering wheel* 267
4 Parking brake release 49
5 Combination switch
Turn signals 51
Windshield wipers 52
High beam 51
6 Door control panel 30
7 Exterior lamp switch 141
Item Page
8 Headlamp washer button* 191
9 Cruise control lever
Cruise control 236
Distronic* 232
a Instrument cluster 24,
150
b Multifunction steering
wheel
26,
154
c Horn
d Lever for voice control sys-
tem*, see separate operating instructions
Item Page
e Starter switch 34
f Overhead control panel 29
g Mobile phone/Glasses box 259
h Glove box lid release, glove
259
box lock
j Glove box 259
k Center console 27
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At a glance

Instrument cluster

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At a glance
Instrument cluster
Item Page
1 L Left turn signal indica-
tor lamp
2 v ABS/ ESP warning
353
lamp
3 Speedometer
4 Multifunction display 153
5 l Distance warning
357
lamp
Vehicles without Distronic*: Warning lamp without func­tion. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should go out when the engine is running.
6 K Right turn signal indi-
cator lamp
7 Coolant temperature dis-
play with:
Coolant temperature
356
warning lamp
Item Page
8 Tachometer with:
1 Supplemental
359 restraint system indicator lamp
- Antilock Brake Sys-
352 tem (ABS) malfunc­tion indicator lamp
< Seat belt telltale 357
B Low beam headlamp
51
indicator
A High beam headlamp
145 indicator
9 Main odometer with:
Selector lever position 47
Program mode 188
a Clock with: 167
; Brake warning lamp,
354 USA only
3 Brake warning lamp,
354 Canada only
Item Page
? Engine malfunction in-
dicator lamp, USA only
± Engine malfunction in-
dicator lamp, Canada only
H Tire pressure warning
lamp*
b Fuel display with:
A Fuel reserve warning
lamp
c Reset button for:
Resetting trip odometer 151
Adjusting instrument
cluster illumination
Confirming new time set-
tings
355
355
358 390
357
150
167
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At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel

Item Page
1 Multifunction display in
speedometer
Operating control sys­tem
2 Selecting the submenu or
setting the volume:
Press button
æ up/to increase
ç down/to decrease
3 Telephone*:
Press button
s to take a call
to dial a call
t to end a call
to reject an incom­ing call
153
154
Item Page
4 Menu systems:
Press button
è for next system
ÿ for previous system
5 Moving within a menu:
Press button
j for next display
k for previous display
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Center console

Upper part

Item Page
1 Dual-zone automatic
climate control
4-zone automatic climate control*
2 COMAND system, see sep-
arate operating instruc­tions
3 Seat heating*, front pas-
senger side
196
208
132
At a glance
Center console
Item Page
8 Rear window wiper 54
9 Seat heating*, driver’s side
Seat ventilation*, driver’s side
a Hazard warning flasher
switch
b Front passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp
132
133
146
80
Seat ventilation*, front passenger side
4 Electronic Stability Pro-
gram (ESP) control switch
5 Central locking/unlocking
switch
6 Opening/closing button
for storage tray or CD changer*, see separate op­erating instructions
7 Rear seat head restraints
switch, folding down
133
91
123
260
127
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At a glance
Center console
Lower part
Item Page
1 Ashtray 265
2 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop
button
3 Selector lever for automat-
ic transmission
4 Adaptive damping system
(ADS)* switch
36
47,
183
244
Item Page
5 Vehicle level control
switch*
6 Thumbwheel for setting
distance for Distronic*
7 Distance warning func-
tion* on/off switch
8 Program mode selector for
automatic transmission
245
239
240
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Overhead control panel
At a glance

Overhead control panel

Item Page
1 Rear interior lighting
on/off
2 Automatic interior lighting 147
3 Front interior lighting
on/off
4 Temperature sensor
5 Right reading lamp on/off 148
6 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 225
149
147
Item Page
7 Tele Aid (emergency call
system) button
8 Rear view mirror 191
9 Reading lamps 147
a Garage door opener 277
b Tow-away alarm button 99
c Ambient lighting 173
d Interior lighting
e Left reading lamp on/off 148
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