Mercedes-Benz 260 E 124 1988, 300 CE 124 1988, 300 E 124 1988 Owner's Manual
What You Should Know
at the Gas Station
See last page
Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
Fuel consumption, to a great extent,
depends on driving habits and operat
ing conditions.
To save fuel you should:
• keep tires at the recommended
inflation pressures
• remove unnecessary loads
• remove ski racks or roof-mounted
luggage racks when not in use
• allow engine to warm up under low
load use
• avoid frequent acceleration and
deceleration
• have all maintenance work
performed at regular intervals by
an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ
dealer.
Fuel consumption is also increased by
driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go
traffic, on short trips and in hilly
country.
Ownert Manual
260 E
30 0 E
30 0 CE
Model 124
1988
Printed in Germany
We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the
data and illustrations of this Ow ner’s Manual (s .e.e.o .). Reprinting, translation
and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in
writing.
Z K D / 1 2 .87.10/K
O u r 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, we ask you to make a small investment of your
time:
• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside.
• Please consider the recommendations contained in this
manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the oper
ation of your MERCEDES-BENZ.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleas
urable driving.
Daimler-Benz Aktiengesellschaft
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Introduction
This Owner’s Manual contains a great deal of useful infor
mation. 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.
Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or
personal injury.
Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment
described. Therefore, you may find explanations of
equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any
questions about the operation of any equipment, your
authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will be glad to
demonstrate the proper procedures.
Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy
The Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet
contains detailed information about the warranties cover
ing your MERCEDES-BENZ, including:
• New Car Limited Warranty
• Emission System Warranty
• Emission Performance Warranty
• California Emission Control System
Warranty (California Only)
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
dealer for service. The Service Advisor will record each
service.
Roadside Assistance
Although your Mercedes-Benz is built to be as trouble-
free as possible, a Roadside Assistance Program is avail
able to provide emergency roadside service after normal
dealer hours and on weekends and holidays in the conti
guous United States.
Roadside Assistance is available Monday through Friday
from 5:00 PM to 12:00 Midnight and on Saturday, Sunday
and legal holidays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Midnight. In the
event of a breakdown during these hours, telephone this
toll-free number: 1-800-222-0100.
For additional information, refer to the Mercedes-Benz
Roadside Assistance Program Booklet in your glove com
partment.
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Change of Address or Ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send in the
“Change of Address Notice” found in the Owner’s Service
and Warranty Policy Booklet. It is in your own interest that
we can contact you should the need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all owner’s litera
ture with the vehicle to make it available to the next
owner.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the
“Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Owner’s
Service and Warranty Policy Booklet.
Operating Your Vehicle Outside the U.S.A. or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries,
please be aware that:
• unleaded fuels for vehicles with catalytic converters
may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will
damage the catalysts,
• fuel may have a considerably lower octane rating, and
improper fuel can cause engine damage,
• service facilities or replacement parts may not be
readily available.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery
in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For de
tails, consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer
or write to:
Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc.
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645
In Canada write to:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
849 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5
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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 Owner’s Manual, your authorized
MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will be glad to inform you of
correct care and operating procedures.
The Owner’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are
important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.
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Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine
Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance
Operation
Driving
Practical Hints
Technical Data
Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc.
Consumer Information
Index
Check Regularly and
Before a Long Trip
See page 116
The First 1500 km (1000 Miles)
The more cautiously you treat your
vehicle during the break-in period, the
more satisfied you will be with its per
formance later on. Therefore, drive
your vehicle during the first 1500 km
(1000 miles) at moderate vehicle and
engine speeds.
During this period, avoid heavy loads
(full throttle driving) and high RPM
(no more than 2/3 of maximum permis
sible speed in each gear).
Downshift at proper engine speed!
On vehicles with automatic transmis
sion avoid accelerating by kick-down.
It is not recommended to brake the
vehicle by manually shifting to a lower
gear. We recommend to select posi
tions “3” or “2” only at moderate
speeds (for hill driving).
After 1500 km (1000 miles), speeds
may gradually be increased to the
permissible maximum.
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Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine
Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance
Instruments and Controls 10
Instrument Cluster 12
Indicator Lamp Symbols 13
Catalytic Converter Cautions 14
Starting and Turning off the
Engine 15
Driving Instructions 16
MERCEDES-BENZ
Maintenance System 19
Instruments and Controls
For more detailed descriptions see specified pages.
1 Adjustable side air outlets (page 22)
2 Exterior lamp switch (page 46)
3 Parking brake release (page 62)
4 Hood lock release (page 72)
5 Parking brake pedal (page 62)
6 Combination switch (page 47)
7 Air volume control for side air outlets (page 22)
8 Cruise control (page 65)
9 Instrument cluster (page 12)
10 Horn control, air bag (page 42)
11 Steering lock with ignition/starter switch (page 45)
12 Adjustable center air outlets (page 22)
13 Air volume control for center air outlets (page 22)
14 Glove compartment, illuminated (only with key in
steering lock positions 1 or 2)
15 Rear window defroster switch (page 50)
Switch for folding rear seat head restraints backward
16
(page 36)
Switch for rear window sun shade
17
Air recirculation switch (page 22)
18
Hazard warning flasher system switch
19
Automatic antenna switch (page 60)
20
Rear passenger compartment lamp switch (page 51)
21
Automatic climate control (page 22)
22
Radio (page 53)
23
Ashtray with lighter (pages 49, 92)
24
Left front seat heater switch (page 37)
25
Right front seat heater switch (page 37)
26
Left power window switch group (page 52)
27
Adjusting switch for exterior mirror on front
28
passenger side (page 48)
Loudspeaker front to rear fader control
29
Right power window switch group (page 52)
30
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Instruments and Controls
Instrument Cluster
1 Economical driving indicator. See page 69
2 Coolant temperature gauge. See page 68
3 Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow).
See page 68
4 Oil pressure gauge (bar). See page 67
5 Turn signal indicator lamp, left (green)
6 Knob for instrument lamps and trip odometer
Rotate knob: to vary intensity of instrument lamps
Depress knob: to reset trip odometer
7 Speedometer
12
8 Main odometer
Trip odometer
9
Outside temperature indicator. See page 68
10
11 Turn signal indicator lamp, right (green)
12 Knob for clock adjustment
(press in for adjustments)
13 Electric clock
14 Tachometer
15 Red marking on tachometer:
Excessive engine speed
Indicator Lamp Symbols
Function Indicator Lamp
High beam
ID
to]
Fluid level for windshield and headlamp
washer system low.
See page 68
Exterior light failure.
See page 67
Warning Lamps
(must go out with the engine running)
Battery not being charged.
See page 67
a
Brake fluid low (except Canada).
BRAKE
CD
O
Parking brake engaged.
See pages 62, 66
Brake fluid low (Canada only).
Parking brake engaged.
See pages 62, 66
Brake pad wear.
See page 66
Engine oil level low.
See page 67
Coolant level low.
See page 68
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CHECK
ENGINE
ABS malfunction.
See page 66
SRS malfunction.
See page 42
CHECK ENGINE malfunction.
If the lamp comes on when the engine is
running, it indicates a malfunction of the
0 2-sensor on Federal version vehicles,
and injection system or emission control
system on the California version vehicles.
In either case we recommend that you
have the malfunction checked as soon as
possible.
See page 69
Catalytic Converter Cautions
Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped
with monolithic catalytic converters, an
important element in conjunction with
the 0 2-sensor to achieve substantial
control of the pollutants in the exhaust
emissions. Keep your vehicle in
proper operating condition by following
our recommended maintenance in
structions as outlined in your mainte
nance booklet.
Caution!
To prevent damage to the catalytic
converters, use only premium un
leaded gasoline in this vehicle.
Should any noticeable irregularities in
the engine operation occur, excessive
unburned fuel may reach the convert
er causing it to overheat.
Warning!
As with any vehicle, do not idle,
park or operate this vehicle in areas
where combustible materials such
as grass, hay or leaves can come
into contact with the hot exhaust
system, as these materials could be
ignited.
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Starting and Turning off the Engine
Engage parking brake before starting
the engine.
Move gearshift lever to neutral (selec
tor lever positions “ P” or “N” on auto
matic transmissions).
Turn key to steering lock position 2.
The charge indicator lamp should
come on.
Cold Engine
Turn key in steering lock clockwise to
the stop. Do not depress accelerator.
Release key only when the engine is
firing regularly.
At ambient temperatures below
-18°C (0°F), depress accelerator
three times prior to starting.
Hot Engine
Turn key in steering lock clockwise to
the stop. Do not depress accelerator.
If the engine has not fired after ap
prox. 4 seconds, depress accelerator
and continue cranking until the engine
is firing regularly. Release key and
back off accelerator.
At very high coolant temperatures the
engine starting time can be shortened
if the accelerator is depressed slowly
at the beginning of the starting
process.
Turning off
Turn the key in steering lock to posi
tion 0 and only remove the key when
the vehicle is stopped.
If the coolant temperature is very high
(e.g. after hard driving on mountain
roads), do not shut off the engine
immediately, allow it to run for
1 -2 minutes at increased idle speed.
Important!
Due to the installed starter non-repeat
unit, the key must be returned to
steering lock position 0 before a new
starting attempt is made.
Observe the oil pressure gauge imme
diately after starting the engine. In a
very cold engine the oil pressure will
only rise slowly, some time after the
engine has started. Do not speed up
the engine before pressure is regis
tered on the pressure gauge.
The charge indicator lamp should go
out as soon as the engine has started.
In areas where temperatures fre
quently drop below -25 °C (-13°F ),
we recommend that a block heater
be installed. Your authorized
MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will advise
you on this subject.
Startinq
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Driving Instructions
Power assistance
When the engine is not running, the
brake and steering systems are with
out power assistance. Under these cir
cumstances, a much greater effort is
necessary to stop or steer the vehicle.
Brakes
Caution!
When driving down long and steep
grades, relieve the brakes by shifting
into a lower gear (selector lever posi
tion “3” or “2” in the case of automatic
transmissions). This helps prevent
overheating of the brakes and reduces
brake pad wear. Do not exceed en
gine speed limits (see page 64).
After hard braking it is advisable to
drive on for some time so the air
stream will cool down the brakes
faster.
Warning!
After driving in heavy rain for some
time without applying the brakes or
through water deep enough to
wet brake components, the first
braking action may be somewhat
reduced and increased pedal pres
sure may be necessary. Be sure to
maintain a safe distance from ve
hicles in front.
The condition of the parking brake
system is checked each time the car is
in the shop for maintenance.
Between maintenance checks it is a
good practice to apply the parking
brake once or twice while driving at
approximately 50 km/h (30 mph) on a
dry straight road. Apply brake lightly
until a slight drag on the wheels is felt.
Keep applying brake for about 10 sec
onds while pulling the release handle
out before releasing the parking brake
completely. This practice will keep the
parking brake at maximum efficiency.
Warning!
The stop lamps will not come on
when applying the parking brake
only. Perform the procedure in the
previous paragraph only when the
road is clear of other traffic.
Caution!
Resting your foot on the brake pedal
will cause excessive and premature
wear of the brake pads.
All checks and maintenance work on
the brake system should be carried
out by an authorized MERCEDES-
BENZ dealer.
If the parking brake is released and
the brake warning lamp in the instru
ment cluster stays on, the brake fluid
level in the reservoir is too low.
Brake pad wear or a leak in the sys
tem may be the reason for low brake
fluid in the reservoir.
Have the brake system inspected at
an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ
dealer without delay.
Install only brake pads and brake fluid
recommended by MERCEDES-BENZ.
If other than recommended brake
pads are installed, the braking proper
ties of the vehicle can be affected to
an extent that the safety is substan
tially impaired.
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1801
Tires
Tread wear indicators (TWI) are
required by law. These indicators are
located in six places on the tread cir
cumference and become visible at a
depth of approx. 2 mm (1/i6 in), at
which point the tire is considered worn
and should be replaced.
The tread wear indicator appears as a
solid band across the tread.
Warning!
Do not allow your tires to wear
down too far. With less than 3 mm
(1/8 in) of tread, the adhesion pro
perties on a wet road are sharply
reduced.
Depending upon the weather and/or
road surface (conditions), the
traction varies widely.
Specified tire pressures must be main
tained. This applies particularly if the
tires are subjected to high loads (e.g.
high speeds, heavy loads, high
ambient temperatures).
Aquaplaning
Depending on the depth of the water
layer on the road, aquaplaning may
occur, even at low speeds and with
new tires. Avoid track grooves in the
road and apply brakes cautiously in
the rain.
Tire traction
The safe speed on a wet, snow
covered or icy road is always lower
than on a dry road.
You should pay particular attention to
the condition of the road as soon as
the prevailing temperatures fall close
to the freezing point.
Warning!
If ice has formed on the road, tire
traction will be substantially re
duced. Under such weather condi
tions, drive, steer and brake with
extreme caution.
We recommend M + S radial-ply tires
for the winter season for all four
wheels to insure normal balanced
handling characteristics. On packed
snow, they can reduce your stopping
distance as compared with summer
tires. Stopping distance, however, is
still considerably greater than when
the road is wet or dry.
Drivino Instructions
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Parking
Warning!
To reduce the risk of personal
injury as a result of vehicle move
ment, before leaving the vehicle
always:
1. Keep foot on brake pedal.
2. Firmly depress parking brake
pedal.
3. Slowly release brake pedal.
4. Engage first or reverse gear (se
lector lever position “P” in the
case of automatic transmission).
5. Turn front wheels towards the
road curb.
6. Turn the key to steering lock
position 0 and remove.
Note:
It is advisable to set the parking brake
whenever leaving the vehicle. Also,
when parking on hills, always apply
the parking brake in addition to en
gaging first or reverse gear (selector
lever position “ P” in the case of an
automatic transmission).
Clutch
Caution!
Resting your foot on the clutch pedal
will cause excessive and premature
wear of the clutch disc.
Winter Driving Instructions
The most important rule for slippery or
icy roads is to drive sensibly and to
avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and
steering action. Do not use the cruise
control system under such conditions.
When the vehicle is in danger of skid
ding, declutch or in case of an auto
matic transmission move selector
lever to position “N”. Try to keep the
vehicle under control by means of cor
rective steering action.
Road salts and chemicals can ad
versely affect braking efficiency.
Increased pedal force may become
necessary to produce the normal
brake effect. We therefore recommend
depressing the brake pedal repeatedly
when traveling on saltstrewn roads at
length. This can bring road salt im
paired braking efficiency back to nor
mal. A prerequisite is, however, that
this is possible without endangering
other drivers on the road.
If the vehicle is parked after being
driven on salt treated roads, the
braking efficiency should be tested as
soon as possible after driving is
resumed while observing the safety
rules in the previous paragraph.
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MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance
System
A maintenance booklet is included
with your car listing the required main
tenance. In sedan models, the mainte
nance booklet is located in the plastic
pouch containing the vehicle docu
ments. In coupe models, the mainte
nance booklet is inserted in a special
pocket in the driver’s door panel.
The next required maintenance is vi
sible through the window in the main
tenance booklet cover.
The required maintenance must be
carried out according to the following
intervals:
Routine Maintenance
Inspection at
1300-1600 km (800-1000 miles)
Lubrication Service every
12000 km (7500 miles)
Maintenance Service every
24000 km (15000 miles)
Additional Work every
48000 km (30000 miles)
For additional details refer to the
Maintenance Booklet.
In the case of low mileage operation,
the Maintenance Service must be car
ried out at least once every 2 years.
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Required every 12000 km
(7500 miles), or at least once a year
(fall) when using year-round multi
grade oil; otherwise at least twice a
year (spring and fall).
For engine oil recommendations, see
page 103.
Severe Operating Conditions
Under severe operating conditions or
heavy use, it may be necessary to
carry out prescribed maintenance jobs
at shorter intervals, for example:
Engine: Oil change with filter change
every 6000 km (3750 miles)
Automatic transmission: Fluid change
without filter change every 24000 km
(15000 miles)
Tires: Inspect every 12000 km
(7500 miles)
Air filter: Clean or replace element
every 24000 km (15000 miles)
Note:
Severe operating conditions or heavy
use include: predominant city or short
distance driving, frequent mountain
driving, poor roads, dusty or muddy
conditions, etc..
Special Maintenance Measures
Brake fluid should be replaced an
nually, preferably in the spring.
It is recommended to use only brake
fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ.
Do not mix different types of brake
fluids.
Have the engine coolant (water/anti
corrosion/antifreeze mixture)
replaced every three years (see
“Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc.”).
Maintenance Vouchers
Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ
dealer will certify in the maintenance
booklet that all lubrication and mainte
nance services have been carried
out at the correct intervals.
Operation
Automatic Climate Control 22
Car Keys 27
Opening the Doors 28
Locking and Unlocking of Doors 28
Central Locking System 29
Anti-Theft Alarm System 30
Manual Seat Adjustment, Front 31
Adjusting Power Seats, Front 33
Orthopedic Seat Backrest 34
Arm Rest 35
Rear Seat Head Restraints 36
Adjusting Telescoping Steering
Column 36
Heated Seats 37
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) - Seat Belts, Emergency
Tensioning Retractors,
Driver Air Bag 38
Steering Lock 45
Exterior Lamp Switch 46
Combination Switch 47
Exterior Rear View Mirrors 48
Inside Rear View Mirror 48
Lighter 49
Sun Visors 49
Rear Window Defroster 50
Interior Lamps 51
Sliding Roof with Rear Pop-Up
Feature 51
Power Windows 52
Shelf below Rear Window 52
Electronic Radio 53
Automatic Climate Control
The engine must be running for the
climate control system to operate.
1 Temperature selector
2 Pushbuttons for function selection
Defrost
a
Multi-Level
B
Normal setting
a
EC (Economy)
a
Off (air supply off)
m
3 Fan control buttons
Maximum fan speed
Automatic fan speed control
Minimum fan speed
4 Air recirculation switch
5 Air volume control for air outlets (6)
6 Adjustable air outlets
7 Air volume control for air outlet (8),
right and left
8 Adjustable air outlets, right and left
For maximum operating efficiency,
keep all windows and the sliding roof
closed.
Pleating, cooling and air distribution
within the vehicle’s interior will be au
tomatically controlled. This is accom
plished with the temperature selector
(1), the pushbuttons (2) and the fan
control buttons (3).
The adjustable outlets (6) and (8) can
be variably opened and closed via
controls (5) and (7).
Air volume is increased by rotating the
control up, and reduced by rotating the
control down.
To ensure efficient operation of the cli
mate control system, the outlets (6)
and (8) should not all be closed at the
same time.
With the exterior lamps turned on (ex
cept standing lamps), the symbols on
all buttons light up. Each button shines
brighter when depressed.
Note:
The air conditioner removes consider
able moisture from the air during oper
ation. It is normal, for water to drip on
the ground beneath the vehicle
through openings in the underbody.
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Temperature Selection (°C)
The desired interior temperature can be selected by
rotating the temperature selector. The selected tem
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perature is reached as quickly as possible and
maintained. A basic setting of 22° C (72° F) is
recommended. To avoid undesirable temperature fluctua
tions, a set temperature should only be readjusted in
small increments.
If desired, the temperature selector can be rotated to the
end positions “MIN” and “ MAX“. This overrides the auto
matic mode.
“MIN” (detent) = peak cooling.
The system operates with recirculated air at outside tem
peratures above 20° C (68° F).
“MAX” (detent) = maximum heating.
If button S is depressed with the temperature selector
in the “ MIN” or “MAX” end positions, the fan will run at
near maximum speed.
Air Recirculation
Pressing the symbol-side of the air recirculation
switch causes air to be recirculated without additio
nal fresh air and the red indicator lamp to light up.
After a while the air recirculation mode will switch
off automatically, including the indicator lamp.
■
By pressing the symbol-side of the air recirculation switch
when cooling:
The system will automatically switch from recirculated air
back to fresh air after approx. 30 minutes at outside tem
peratures above approx. 7°C (45°F).
By pressing the symbol-side of the air recirculation switch
when heating:
The system will automatically switch from recirculated air
back to fresh air after 5 minutes at outside temperatures
below approx. 7°C (45°F).
This mode can be selected to prevent annoying odors or
dust from entering the car’s interior.
If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch from
recirculated air back to fresh air by pressing the lower half
of the air recirculation switch (the indicator lamp in the
switch goes out).
At high outside temperatures, the system automatically
engages the recirculated air mode and thereby increases
the cooling capacity performance.
Note:
It is not possible to switch to recirculated air
if button 0 or @ is depressed.
Normal setting - Cooling
Economy setting - Ventilation
Normal setting - Heating
Function Setting
H Normal setting
The system automatically cools or heats depending on
the outside temperature and the selected interior temper
ature. The air conditioning compressor engages when
outside temperatures are above 5°C (41 °F).
• In the cooling mode, air is directed only to the adjust
able air outlets (6) and (8).
• In the heating mode, warm air is primarily directed to
the footwells and to the adjustable air outlets (8).
Enough air is supplied to the windshield to keep the
glass defogged in normal weather conditions. In the
heating mode, air will also be periodically emitted from
the adjustable air outlets (6).
At low outside temperatures, fan operation does not
start until the engine coolant has warmed up.
§ ^ | EC (ECONOMY) = Economical setting
The function of this setting corresponds to the “ Normal”
setting, however, it is not possible to air condition in this
setting because the air conditioning compressor will not
engage (fuel savings).
Economy setting - Heating
^ Multi-Level ventilation - Cooling
Multi-Level ventilation - Heating
Multi-Level
This setting is used if the inside of the windshield fogs up.
As soon as the windshield is defogged, reset to or | | .
In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the wind
shield, foot area, and to outlets (8). Additionally, air may
be emitted periodically from outlets (6), depending on the
interior temperature.
In the cooling mode, cool air is supplied to the windshield,
foot area, and outlets (6) and (8),
Note:
In warm, humid climates, prolonged use of this setting
may create condensation on the outside of the wind
shield, directly above the defroster ducts.
(g j Defrost
Defrost
The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the
windshield and adjustable air outlets (8) independent of
the positions of the temperature selector and fan control
buttons.
Q o«
The fresh air supply to the car interior is shut off. While
driving, use this setting only temporarily.
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Car Keys
Included with your vehicle are two
master keys, one valet key and one
flat (master) key.
Master Key - square head with a red
dot - fits all locks on the car. Arms/dis
arms the anti-theft alarm system.
Valet Key - round head with a red dot
- fits only the door locks and the steer
ing lock. Arms/disarms the anti-theft
alarm system. The valet key will not fit
the trunk or glove compartment locks.
This key should be used whenever the
car is left with an attendant. Be sure to
lock glove compartment and trunk with
the master key.
Flat Key
The flat key with a red dot
fits all vehicle locks.
Arms/disarms the anti-theft
alarm system. We recom
mend that you carry the flat
key with you and keep it in
a safe place so that it is al
ways handy. Never leave
the flat key in the vehicle.
Note:
Only vehicles equipped with the anti
theft alarm system have a red dot on
the master, valet and flat keys.
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 via your
authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always
remove the key from the steering
lock. Do not leave children unat
tended in the vehicle. Unsupervised
use of vehicle equipment may
cause serious personal injury.
When the rear door lock buttons
are down, the rear doors cannot be
opened from the outside or the inside,
unless the door lock buttons are first
pulled up.
The driver’s door can be locked only if
it is closed and the door lock has
properly engaged.
Opening the Doors
From outside: pull handle (1)
outwards.
From inside: pull handle (4) in door
trim panel.
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Locking and Unlocking of Doors
From the outside: turn key.
From the inside: actuate door lock
button.
2 Unlocking
3 Locking
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