2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class WAGON display

261 Contents - Practical hints
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Practical hintsFirst aid kit...................................... 262
Fuses ................................................ 263
Electrical outlet .............................. 265
Hood ................................................. 266
Checking engine oil level ............. 268
Automatic transmission
fluid level ................................... 269
Coolant level ................................... 269
Adding coolant ...........................270
Windshield and headlamp
washer system ........................... 271
Windshield and headlamp
washer fluid mixing ratio ......... 271Spare wheel, vehicle tools............ 272
Vehicle jack .................................... 273
Wheels ............................................ 274
Tire replacement ........................274
Rotating wheels ......................... 275
Spare wheel..................................... 276
Spare wheel bolts .......................276
Changing wheels........................... 277
Tire inflation pressure ................. 282
Battery............................................. 283
Jump starting.................................. 285
Towing the vehicle ........................ 288
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ................. 290Exterior lamps ................................ 291
Headlamp assembly ...................292
Taillamp assemblies ..................295
Changing batteries in the
electronic main key .................. 298
Synchronizing
remote control ............................300
Emergency engine
shut-down................................... 300
Emergency operation of
sliding / pop-up roof ................. 301
Manual release for
fuel filler flap ............................. 302
Replacing wiper blade insert ....... 302
Roof rack ......................................... 305

262 First aid kit
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First aid kit
1First aid kitThe first aid kit is stored in the cargo area behind the
right hand side trim panel.
To o p e n t r i m p a n e l :
Release lock and fold down.
Note:
If trim panel was fully removed, make certain to insert
pins (arrows) into retainers in floor when reinstalling.
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263 Fuses
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Before replacing a blown fuse, determine the cause of
the short circuit.
Spare fuses are supplied inside the main fuse box.
Observe amperage and color of fuse.
A special fuse puller is supplied with the vehicle tools.
Always use a new fuse for replacement. Never attempt to
repair or bridge a blown fuse.
A fuse chart can be found inside the corresponding fuse
box cover.
1Main fuses box in engine compartment
To gain access to the main fuse box (1), release clamp
(arrow), lift the fuse box cover up and remove it.
To close the main fuse box, engage right end of cover
and secure with clamp.
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2Lock for auxiliary fuse box and battery cover
3Fuse box and battery cover4Auxiliary fuse box below right rear bench seat
To gain access, fold seat cushion forward. Rotate lock (2)
counterclockwise and remove cover.
Note:
When reinstalling cover (3) make certain that tabs
(arrows) are inserted.
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265 Fuses
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index 5Auxiliary fuse box to left of exterior lamp switch
To again access, open door, pry off cover and
remove.Electrical outlet
The electrical outlet is located in the rear compartment
on the left side.
To gain access, flip cover up. If locked, first unlock by
inserting for instance a small coin and turning it to the
left.
Note:
The cover is lockable by inserting, for instance a small
coin and turning it to the right.
Maximum capacity: 180 W.
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266 Engine compartment
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Hood
Wa r n i n g !
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of
moving parts when the hood is open and the engine
is running. Be sure the hood is properly closed
before driving. When closing hood, use extreme
caution not to catch hands or fingers.The radiator fan may continue to run for
approximately 30 seconds or even restart after the
engine has been turned off. Stay clear from fan
blades.
If you see flames or smoke coming from the engine
compartment, or if the coolant temperature gauge
indicates that the engine is overheated, do not open
the hood. Move away from vehicle and do not open
the hood until the engine has cooled. If necessary,
call a fire department.The engine is equipped with a transistorized
ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is
dangerous to touch any components (ignition coils,
spark plug sockets, diagnostic socket) of the
ignition system
• with the engine running,
• while starting the engine,
• if ignition is “on” and the engine is turned
manually.

267 Engine compartment
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To unlock the hood, pull release lever (1) under the
driver’s side of the instrument panel. At the same time a
handle will extend out of the radiator grill (it may be
necessary to lift the hood up slightly).
Caution!
To avoid damage to the windshield wiper or hood, open
the hood only with wiper in the parked position.Pull handle (2) to its stop out of radiator grill and open
hood (do not pull up on handle).
To c l o s e :
Lower hood and let it drop into lock from a height of
approximately 1 ft. (30 cm), assisting with hands placed
flat on edges of hood (3).
To avoid hood damage, please make sure that hood is
fully closed. If not, repeat closing procedure. Do not
push down on hood to attempt to fully close it.
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268 Engine compartment
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Checking engine oil level
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1Oil dipstick
2Oil filler cap
To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level
ground, with engine at normal operational temperature.
Check engine oil level approximately 5 minutes after
stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to return to the
oil pan.The engine oil level can be checked by either the oil
dipstick or via the multifunction display in the
instrument cluster.
Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil
level. Fully insert dipstick in tube, and remove after
three seconds to obtain accurate reading.
The oil level must be between the lower
mark (min) and the upper mark (max)
on the oil dipstick.
Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking
level is approximately 2.1 US qt (2.0 l).
Do not overfill the engine.
Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned. It could
cause damage to engine and catalytic converter not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
See malfunction and warning messages on page 258 if
an engine oil level display appears on the multifunction
display when the engine is running.
Note:
See page 117 for engine oil level indicator.
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