2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E320 Wiper

299 Contents - Vehicle care
Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hintsCar careIndex
Vehicle careCleaning and care
of the vehicle .............................300
Power washer ..............................301
Tar stains .....................................301
Paintwork, painted body
components ................................. 301
Engine cleaning ..........................302
Vehicle washing .........................302
Ornamental moldings ................302
Headlamps, taillamps,
turn signal lenses ......................302
Cleaning the parktronic
system sensors ...........................303Window cleaning /
glass sunroof .............................. 303
Wiper blades .............................. 303
Light alloy wheels ..................... 304
Instrument cluster ..................... 304
Steering wheel and
gear selector lever ..................... 304
Cup holder .................................. 304
Seat belts ..................................... 304
Headliner and shelf
below rear window .................... 304
Upholstery .................................. 305
Hard plastic trim items ............. 305
Plastic and rubber parts ........... 305

303 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hintsCar careIndex Cleaning the parktronic system sensors
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz
approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water.
When using a steam cleaner or power washer, aim
nozzle only briefly from a minimum distance of 4 in.
(10 cm) at sensors (1).
To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use
only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the
sensors. Do not attempt to wipe dirty sensors with a dry
cloth or sponge.Window cleaning
Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An
automotive glass cleaner is recommended.
Note:
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before cleaning the windshield, otherwise the
wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Wiper blade
Clean the wiper blade rubber with a clean cloth and
detergent solution.
Note:
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before cleaning the wiper blade, otherwise the
wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
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334 Index
Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
REMOVE KEY -
malfunction and warning messages ......................248
Replacing bulbs ..............................................................285
Replacing wiper blade insert .......................................296
Reporting Safety Defects ................................................ 15
Reserve key ....................................................................... 26
Residual engine heat utilization (REST) .................... 132
Roadside assistance ......................................................... 10
Roadside assistance call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 178
Roof rack .........................................................................298
SSafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency
tensioning retractor and airbag ................................ 76
Seat belts ........................................................................... 60
Fastening ...................................................................... 62
Seat belt nonusage warning system ........................ 61
Unfastening .................................................................. 64
Warning lamp ............................................................238
Seat belts and integrated restraint system .................. 60
Seat heater ........................................................................ 55
Vehicles with seat ventilation ................................... 57
Vehicles without seat ventilation ............................. 56Seat ventilation ................................................................58
Seats ...................................................................................46
Memory function .........................................................49
Multicontour seat ........................................................ 54
Service indicator
See Flexible service system (FSS) .......................... 114
Setting the audio volume .............................................. 113
Shelf below rear window ..............................................170
Side marker lamp .......................................................... 290
Sliding/pop-up roof ........................................................ 156
Emergency operation .............................................. 295
Express opening ........................................................ 158
Opening and closing ...................................................33
Synchronizing ........................................................... 158
Snow chains ................................................................... 208
SOS-call
See Tele Aid ...............................................................178
Spare parts service ....................................................... 308
Spare wheel ................................................................... 264
Special settings (Automatic climate control) ............ 129
SRS (Supplemental restraint system) ...........................68
Indicator lamp .......................................................... 236
SRS malfunction ..........................................................70
Start lock-out .....................................................................27
Starting and turning off the engine ............................ 192

336 Index
Technical
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
Trunk ................................................................................. 39
Remote opening .......................................................... 29
Separately locked ........................................................ 40
Trunk lamp .....................................................................298
Trunk lid
Emergency release ..................................................... 42
Release switch ............................................................. 41
Turn signal failure ......................................................... 122
Turn signals .................................................................... 122
VVanity mirrors ................................................................ 161
Vehicle jack .....................................................................265
Vehicle tools ....................................................................264WWarranty coverage .........................................................308
WASHER FLUID - malfunction and
warning messages .................................................... 251
What you should know at the gas station ..................229Wheels ............................................................................ 266
Changing .................................................................... 271
Light alloy wheels .................................................... 304
Rims and tires ........................................................... 313
Rotating ..................................................................... 267
Spare wheel ..............................................268, 269, 270
Where to find it ................................................................ 13
Windshield and headlamp washer
fluid mixing ratio ..................................................... 263
Windshield and headlamp
washer system
Refilling ..................................................................... 263
Winter driving ................................................................ 210
Winter driving instructions ......................................... 209
Wiper blade
Replacing insert ....................................................... 296