Mercedes Benz E350 2006, E350 4MATIC 2006 Owner Manual

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Operator’s Manual

E-Class Sedan

Operator’s Manual E-Class Sedan

E350

E350 4MATIC

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.

Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. 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 read this manual carefully, then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

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


Introduction	9
Introduction	9	At a glance ..........................................	21	Getting started ...................................	31
Product information................................	9	Cockpit.................................................	22	Unlocking .............................................	32
Operator’s Manual ...............................	10	Instrument cluster ................................	24	Unlocking with the SmartKey .........	32
Service and warranty information ..	10	Multifunction steering wheel ................	26	Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*.........	33
Important notice for California		Center console .....................................	27	Starter switch positions..................	34
retail buyers and lessees of		Upper part ......................................	27	Adjusting ..............................................	38
Mercedes-Benz automobiles ..........	11	Lower part ......................................	28	Seats ..............................................	38
Maintenance ..................................	12	Overhead control panel ........................	29	Steering wheel................................	40
Roadside Assistance ......................	12	Door control panel................................	30	Mirrors............................................	41
Change of address or ownership....	12			Driving..................................................	44
Operating your vehicle outside				Fastening the seat belts .................	44
the USA or Canada.........................	13			Starting the engine .........................	47
Where to find it....................................	14			Switching on headlamps.................	50
Symbols...............................................	15			Turn signals ....................................	51
Operating safety ..................................	16			Windshield wipers...........................	52
Proper use of the vehicle ...............	16			Problems while driving....................	54
Problems with your vehicle..................	17			Parking and locking ..............................	55
Reporting safety defects......................	18			Parking brake .................................	55
Reporting safety defects ................	18			Switching off headlamps.................	56
Vehicle data recording.........................	19			Turning off engine...........................	56
Information regarding electronic
recording devices...........................	19

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................................	96
Immobilizer.....................................	96
Anti-theft alarm system ..................	96
Tow-away alarm .............................	98

Controls in detail .............................	101
Locking and unlocking .......................	102
SmartKey .....................................	102
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ......	107
Opening the doors
from the inside .............................	115
Opening the trunk ........................	116
Closing the trunk..........................	118
Trunk lid emergency release ........	123
Automatic central locking ............	124
Locking and unlocking
from the inside .............................	125
Seats .................................................	127
Easy-entry/exit feature ................	127
Removing and installing
front seat head restraints.............	129
Rear seat head restraints .............	130
Lumbar support............................	132
DriveDynamic seat* with
multicontour features...................	132
Seat heating* ...............................	134
Seat ventilation* ..........................	135

Memory function ...............................	136
Storing positions into memory .....	137
Recalling positions from memory. 137
Storing exterior rear view
mirror parking position ................	138
Lighting .............................................	139
Exterior lamp switch ....................	139
Combination switch .....................	143
Hazard warning flasher ................	144
Interior lighting in the front ..........	145
Door entry lamps .........................	146
Interior lighting in the rear ...........	147
Trunk lamp...................................	147
Instrument cluster .............................	148
Instrument cluster illumination ....	148
Coolant temperature indicator.....	149
Trip odometer ..............................	149
Tachometer..................................	150
Outside temperature indicator .....	150

Contents

Control system ..................................	151	Good visibility .....................................	190	4-zone automatic climate control
Multifunction display....................	151	Headlamp cleaning system* .........	190	(Canada).............................................	206
Multifunction steering wheel........	152	Rear view mirrors..........................	190	Deactivating the 4-zone
Menus ..........................................	154	Sun visors .....................................	192	automatic climate control system	210
Standard display menu ................	156	Rear window sunshade* ...............	193	Setting the temperature ...............	211
AUDIO menu ................................	156	Roller sunblind* in the rear doors . 194		Adjusting air distribution ..............	211
NAV* menu ..................................	158	Rear window defroster..................	195	Adjusting air volume .....................	212
Distronic* menu...........................	158	Dual-zone automatic climate control		Defrosting.....................................	212
Vehicle status message		(USA) ..................................................	196	Maximum cooling MAX COOL.......	213
memory menu ..............................	159	Deactivating the dual-zone automatic		Air recirculation mode ..................	213
Settings menu..............................	160	climate control system .................	200	Air conditioning ............................	215
Trip computer menu.....................	176	Setting the temperature................	200	Residual heat and ventilation........	216
TEL menu* ...................................	177	Adjusting air distribution...............	201	Rear air conditioning.....................	217
Automatic transmission.....................	181	Adjusting air volume .....................	201	Power windows ..................................	218
Gear selector lever position .........	183	Defrosting .....................................	202	Opening and closing
Driving tips...................................	184	Air recirculation mode ..................	203	the windows .................................	218
Gear ranges .................................	186	Air conditioning.............................	205	Synchronizing power windows......	220
Automatic shift program ..............	187			Summer opening feature ..............	220
One-touch gearshifting.................	188			Convenience closing feature.........	221
Emergency operation				Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ................	223
(Limp Home Mode) ......................	189			Opening and closing the power
				tilt/sliding sunroof........................	223
				Synchronizing the power
				tilt/sliding sunroof........................	225

Contents

Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel* ..............................	226
Opening and closing the roller
sunblinds for the panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel ........	226
Opening and closing
the panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel...........................	227
Synchronizing the panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel ........	229
Driving systems .................................	230
Cruise control...............................	230
Distronic*.....................................	234
Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* .........	245
Parktronic system
(Parking assist)*...........................	249
Loading ..............................................	253
Roof rack*....................................	253
Ski sack*......................................	253
Split rear bench seat* ..................	256
Expanding the cargo area*...........	258
Loading instructions.....................	259
Cargo tie-down rings* ..................	260

Useful features ..................................	261
Storage compartments ................	261
Cup holders..................................	263
Ashtrays .......................................	266
Cigarette lighter ...........................	267
12-V socket*................................	267
Heated steering wheel* ...............	268
Floormats.....................................	269
Telephone* ..................................	269
Tele Aid* ......................................	270
Garage door opener .....................	278

Operation .........................................	285
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ........	286
Driving instructions ...........................	287
Drive sensibly – save fuel.............	287
Drinking and driving .....................	287
Pedals ..........................................	287
Power assistance .........................	288
Brakes..........................................	288
Driving off ....................................	290
Parking.........................................	290
Tires .............................................	290
Hydroplaning................................	291
Tire traction .................................	292
Tire speed rating ..........................	292
Winter driving instructions ...........	293
Standing water.............................	294
Passenger compartment ..............	295
Driving abroad .............................	295
Control and operation of radio
transmitter ...................................	295
Catalytic converter.......................	296
Emission control ..........................	296
Coolant temperature....................	297

Contents

At the gas station ..............................	298
Refueling ......................................	298
Check regularly and
before a long trip..........................	299
Engine compartment .........................	301
Hood ............................................	301
Engine oil .....................................	302
Transmission fluid level................	304
Coolant level ................................	305
Batteries ......................................	306
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*.........	307
Tires and wheels................................	308
Important guidelines ....................	308
Tire care and maintenance...........	309
Direction of rotation.....................	311
Loading the vehicle ......................	311
Recommended tire inflation
pressure.......................................	317
Checking tire inflation pressure ...	319
Tire labeling..................................	324
Load identification .......................	328
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) .............................................	329
Maximum tire load .......................	330
Maximum tire inflation pressure ..	331

Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (U.S. vehicles)..............	332
Tire ply material ............................	334
Tire and loading terminology.........	334
Rotating tires ................................	337
Winter driving .....................................	339
Winter tires ...................................	339
Block heater* (Canada only) .........	340
Snow chains..................................	340
Maintenance.......................................	341
Clearing the maintenance
service indicator ...........................	342
Maintenance service term
exceeded ......................................	342
Calling up the maintenance
service indicator ...........................	343
Resetting the maintenance
service indicator ...........................	343
Setting the date for
special works ................................	344
Calling up the maintenance
service data information ...............	345
Vehicle care........................................	346
Cleaning and care of vehicle .........	346

Practical hints ..................................	353
What to do if … ...................................	354
Lamps in instrument cluster .........	354
Lamp in center console ................	362
Vehicle status messages in the
multifunction display ....................	364
Where will I find ...? ............................	402
First aid kit....................................	402
Spare wheel..................................	402
Luggage box .................................	403
Vehicle tool kit..............................	404
Vehicle jack ..................................	404
Unlocking/locking in an emergency ..	406
Unlocking the vehicle ...................	406
Locking the vehicle .......................	407
Fuel filler flap emergency release . 408
Manually unlocking the
gear selector lever ........................	408
Opening/closing in an emergency .....	409
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* or
panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel* .........................	409
Replacing SmartKey batteries ............	410
SmartKey ......................................	410
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* .......	411

Contents

Replacing bulbs .................................	412
Bulbs ............................................	412
Replacing bulbs for front lamps....	415
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps .....	417
Replacing wiper blades ......................	418
Removing wiper blades ................	418
Installing wiper blades..................	419
Flat tire ..............................................	420
Preparing the vehicle....................	420
Mounting the spare wheel ............	420
Batteries ............................................	426
Disconnecting the battery ............	427
Removing the battery ...................	428
Charging and reinstalling
the battery....................................	428
Reconnecting the battery .............	428
Jump starting .....................................	430
Towing the vehicle .............................	433
Installing towing eye bolt..............	436
Fuses .................................................	437
Aids for replacing fuses ................	437
Fuse box in passenger
compartment................................	438
Fuse box in trunk..........................	438

Technical data .................................	441
Parts service ......................................	442
Warranty coverage.............................	443
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet .....................	443
Identification labels ...........................	444
Layout of poly-V-belt drive .................	445
E 350/E 350 4MATIC ..................	445
Engine................................................	446
Rims and tires....................................	447
Same size tires.............................	448
Mixed size tires ............................	450
Spare wheel .................................	451
Electrical system ...............................	452
Main dimensions and weights............	453
Main dimensions ..........................	453
Weights ........................................	453

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc...........	454
Capacities ....................................	454
Engine oils ...................................	456
Engine oil additives ......................	456
Air conditioning refrigerant ..........	456
Brake fluid....................................	456
Premium unleaded gasoline .........	457
Gasoline additives........................	457
Fuel requirements ........................	458
Coolants ......................................	458
Windshield and headlamp washer
system .........................................	461
Technical terms...............................	463
Index.................................................	469

Introduction

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.

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.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving.

For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.

Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.The Operator’s Manual and 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)

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

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 29000 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 malfunction 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 malfunction 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.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Maintenance	Roadside Assistance			Change of address or ownership

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.

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.

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.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,

unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,

gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.

Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:

In the USA:

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

European Delivery Department

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

European Delivery Department

98 Vanderhoof Avenue

Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

Introduction

Where to find it

This Operator’s Manual is designed to provide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. 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.

Symbols

The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:

*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!

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.

Helpful hints or further information you may find useful.

Introduction

Symbols

This symbol points to instructions for you to follow.

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.

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 in-
	dicate cross-references to term
	definitions.
DISPLAY	Words appearing in the multi-
	function display are printed in
	the type shown here.

Introduction

Operating safety

Warning!

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!

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 standards

Warning!

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.

Introduction

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.

Introduction

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.

At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Multifunction steering wheel

Center console

Overhead control panel

Door control panel

At a glance

Cockpit

	Item		Page
1	Parking brake pedal		49, 55
2	Hood lock release		301
3	Steering wheel adjustment		41
	stalk
	Heated steering wheel*		268
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		139

	Item		Page
8	Headlamp washer button*		190
9	Cruise control lever
		Cruise control	230
		Distronic*	234
a Instrument cluster			24,
			148
b Multifunction steering			26,
	wheel		152
c Horn

dLever for voice control system*, see separate operating instructions

At a glance

Cockpit

	Item	Page
e	Starter switch	34
f	Front Parktronic* warning	249
	indicator
g	Overhead control panel	29
h	Mobile phone/Glasses box	261
j	Glove box lid release, glove	261
	box lock
k	Glove box	261
l	Center console	27

At a glance

Instrument cluster

Item

Page

1L Left turn signal indicator lamp

2 v ABS/ ESP warning		355
	lamp
3	Speedometer
4	Multifunction display	151
5 l Distance warning		359

lamp

Vehicles without Distronic*: Warning lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should go out when the engine is running.

6K Right turn signal indicator lamp

7Coolant temperature indicator with:

• Coolant temperature 358 warning lamp

	Item	Page
8	Tachometer with:
	1 Supplemental	361
	Restraint System
	(SRS) indicator lamp
	- Antilock Brake Sys-	354
	tem (ABS) indicator
	lamp
	< Seat belt telltale	359
	B Low beam headlamp	50
	indicator lamp
	A High beam headlamp	143
	indicator lamp
9	Main odometer with:
	Gear selector lever posi-	47
	tion
	Program mode	187
a	Clock with:	165
	; Brake warning lamp,	356
	USA only
	3 Brake warning lamp,	356
	Canada only

At a glance

Instrument cluster

	Item		Page
	ú Engine malfunction		357
		indicator lamp, USA
		only
	± Engine malfunction		357
		indicator lamp, Cana-
		da only
	H Tire inflation pres-		360
		sure warning lamp*
b	Fuel display with:
	A Fuel reserve warning		359
		lamp
c	Reset button for:
		Resetting trip odometer	149
		Adjusting instrument	148
		cluster illumination
	Confirming new time set-		165
		tings

At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel

Item	Page	Item	Page
1 Multifunction display in	151	4 Menu systems:
speedometer		Press button
Operating control sys-	152	è for next menu

	tem	ÿ for previous menu

	2 Selecting the submenu or	5 Moving within a menu:
	setting the volume:
		Press button
	Press button
		j for next display
	æ up/to increase
		k for previous display
	ç down/to decrease

3Telephone*: Press button

s to take a call to dial a call

t to end a call

to reject an incoming call

Center console

Upper part

Item	Page
1 Dual-zone automatic cli-	196
mate control (USA)
4-zone automatic climate	206
control (Canada)

2COMAND system, see separate operating instructions

3	Seat heating*, front pas-	134
	senger side
	Seat ventilation*, front	135
	passenger side
4	Electronic Stability Pro-	91
	gram (ESP) control switch
5	Central locking/unlocking	125
	switch

At a glance

Center console

	Item	Page
6	Opening/closing button	262
	for storage tray or CD
	changer*, see separate op-
	erating instructions
7	Rear seat head restraints	130
	switch, folding down
8	Rear window sunshade	193
	switch*
9	Seat heating*, driver’s side	134
	Seat ventilation*, driver’s	135
	side
a	Hazard warning flasher	144
	switch
b	Front passenger front air	80
	bag off indicator lamp

At a glance

Center console

Lower part

	Item	Page
1	Ashtray	266
2	KEYLESS-GO* start/stop	35
	button
3	Gear selector lever for	47,
	automatic transmission	183
4	Parking assist (Parktronic	249
	system)* deactivation
	switch
5	Adaptive Damping System	245
	(ADS)* switch

	Item	Page
6	Vehicle level control	246
	switch*
7	Thumbwheel for setting	241
	distance for Distronic*
8	Distance warning func-	242
	tion* on/off switch
9	Program mode selector	187
	switch for automatic trans-
	mission

Overhead control panel

	Item	Page
1	Rear interior lighting	145
	on/off
2	Automatic interior lighting	145
3	Front interior lighting	145
	on/off
4	Temperature sensor
5	Right reading lamp on/off	145
6	Tilt/sliding sunroof* or	223,
	tilt/sliding panel*	226

At a glance

Overhead control panel

	Item	Page
7	Tele Aid (emergency call	270
	system) button
8	Rear view mirror	190
9	Reading lamps	145
a	Garage door opener	278
b	Tow-away alarm button	98
c	Ambient lighting	170
d	Interior lighting
e	Left reading lamp on/off	145

+ 467 hidden pages

Mercedes Benz E350 2006, E350 4MATIC 2006 Owner Manual

Contents

Introduction

Product information

Operator’s Manual

Maintenance

Roadside Assistance

Change of address or ownership

Proper use of the vehicle

Reporting safety defects

Vehicle data recording

Information regarding electronic recording devices

At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Multifunction steering wheel

Upper part

Overhead control panel