2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class WAGON hood open

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Turn signal lamp
1156 NA (26.9 / 5 W / 32 / 4 cp bulb)
Open hood.
Twist bulb socket (3) counterclockwise and pull out.
Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and
remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall bulb socket. Reinstall lamp assembly until
properly seated.Parking and standing lamp
H 6W (6 W bulb)
Open hood.
Twist cover (2) counterclockwise and remove.
Pull off electrical connector (6).
Twist bulb socket (6) counterclockwise and pull out.
Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and
remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall bulb socket. Reinstall lamp assembly until
properly seated.

302 Manual release for fuel filler flap
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Manual release for fuel filler flap
The manual release knob is located behind the right
side rear compartment trim panel.
In case the central locking system does not release the
fuel filler flap, pull the manual release knob (arrow)
while simultaneously opening the fuel filler f lap.Replacing wiper blade insert
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the
motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward.
Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield
glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be
scratched or broken.
Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed.
An improperly installed wiper blade may cause
windshield damage.
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Parking lamps ..................................................294, 295
Replacing bulbs ......................................................... 291
Side marker lamp, front ...........................................297
Standing lamps ................................................. 294, 295
Taillamp assemblies .................................................295
Turn signal lamps ............................................ 294, 295
FFirst aid kit .....................................................................262
Flexible service system (FSS) .......................................114
Four wheel electronic traction system
(4MATIC) with electronic
stability program (ESP) ............................................227
Fuel ..................................................................................237
Gasoline additives ....................................................326
Premium unleaded gasoline ................. 237, 323, 325
Fuel cap placement warning ........................................244
Fuel requirements .........................................................325
Fuel reserve warning ....................................................244
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ...............322
Fuses, electrical .............................................................263
GGarage door opener .......................................................179
Gasoline
Additives .................................................................... 326
Fuel requirements ................................................... 325
Premium unleaded .................................................. 325
General notes on the
central locking system ............................................... 28
Glove box ......................................................................... 162HHazard warning flasher switch ................................... 125
Head restraints
Front seat .....................................................................50
Rear seat ....................................................................... 51
Rear seat head restraint, storage .............................. 52
Synchronizing ............................................................. 46
Headlamp cleaning system ........................................... 121
Headlights ....................................................................... 119
Heated seats ......................................................................54
Hood ................................................................................ 266