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H7 (55 W)
Open hood.
Twist cover (1) counterclockwise and remove.
Pull off electrical connector (4).
Twist bulb holder counterclockwise and remove bulb
from it.
Insert the new bulb so that the base locates in the
recess on the holder.
Install bulb holder and twist clockwise to its stop, and
reinstall electrical connector.
Reinstall cover (1), twist it clockwise until seated
securely.
Xenon (optional)
Bulb for low beamBulbs for high beam
H7 (55 W)
Open hood.
Twist cover (2) counterclockwise and remove.
Pull off electrical connector.
Twist bulb holder counterclockwise and remove bulb
from it.
Insert the new bulb so that its base fits in recess of the
holder.
Install bulb holder and twist clockwise to its stop, and
reinstall electrical connector.Ensure that base is
secured on both sides (arrows)
Reinstall cover (2), twist it clockwise until seated
securely.
Wa r n i n g !
Do not remove the cover for the Xenon headlamp.
Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is
dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp
and its components. We recommend that you have
such work done by a qualified technician.
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Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicle . 314
Power washer .............................. 315
Tar stains ..................................... 315
Paintwork, painted body
components ................................. 315
Engine cleaning .......................... 316
Vehicle washing ......................... 316
Ornamental moldings ................ 316
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal
lenses ........................................... 316
Cleaning the parktronic system
sensors ......................................... 317Window cleaning / glass
sunroof ......................................... 317
Wiper blades ............................... 317
Light alloy wheels ...................... 318
Instrument cluster ...................... 318
Steering wheel and gear selector
lever .............................................. 318
Cup holder ................................... 318
Seat belts ...................................... 318
Headliner ..................................... 318
Upholstery ................................... 319
Hard plastic trim items .............. 319
Plastic and rubber parts ............ 319
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Engine cleaning
Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to
protect electrical components and connectors from the
intrusion of water and cleaning agents.
Corrosion protection, such as MB Anticorrosion Wax
should be applied to the engine compartment after
every engine cleaning. Before applying, all control
linkage bushings and joints should be lubricated. The
poly-V-belt and all pulleys should be protected from any
wax.
Ve h i c l e w a s h i n g
Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct
sunlight. Use only a mild car wash detergent, such as
Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo.
Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of
water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the
ventilation intake. Use plenty of water and rinse the
sponge and chamois frequently.
Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a
chamois. Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the
finish.Due to the width of the vehicle, prior to running the
vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold back the
outside mirrors to prevent them from getting damaged.
In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces of road salt
as soon as possible.
When washing the underbody, do not forget to clean the
inner sides of the wheels.
Ornamental moldings
For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome-
plated parts, use a chrome cleaner.
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz
approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water.
To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use
only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the lenses.
Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry cloth or
sponge.
329 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
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systemapprox. 5.8 US qt (5.5 l) MB Windshield washer
concentrate “S”
1
Headlamp washer
systemapprox. 1.9 US qt (1.8 l) MB Windshield washer
concentrate “S”
1
Cooling system approx. 10.6 US qt (10 l) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
Agent
Fuel tank including
a reserve ofapprox. 18.5 US gal (70.0 l)
approx. 2.4 US gal (9.0 l)Premium unleaded gasoline:
Posted Octane 91
(Avg. of 96 RON / 86 MON)
Air conditioner
systemR-134a refrigerant and special
PA C l u b r i c a n t (Never R-12)1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and
commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent / antifreeze for temperatures below freezing. Follow suggested mixing ratios, see
page 276.
Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
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Exterior lamps ................................................................ 297
Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror .... 303
Headlamp assembly ................................................. 298
High mounted stop lamp .........................................303
License plate lamps .................................................. 302
Low and high beam .................................................. 299
Parking lamps .................................................. 300, 301
Replacing bulbs ......................................................... 297
Side marker lamp, front ........................................... 303
Standing lamps ................................................. 300, 301
Taillamp assemblies ................................................. 301
Turn signal lamps ............................................ 300, 301
FFirst aid kit ..................................................................... 266
Flat tire
Changing wheels ......................................................282
Flexible service system (FSS) .......................................114
Four wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with
electronic stability program (ESP) ......................... 229
Fuel .................................................................................. 239
Gasoline additives ....................................................332
Premium unleaded gasoline ................. 239, 329, 331Fuel cap placement warning ....................................... 246
Fuel requirements ......................................................... 331
Fuel reserve warning .................................................... 246
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities .............. 328
Fuse box
Fuses .......................................................................... 267
Fuses, electrical ............................................................. 267
GGarage door opener ....................................................... 180
Gasoline
Additives .................................................................... 332
Fuel requirements .................................................... 331
Premium unleaded ................................................... 331
General notes on the central locking system .............. 26
Global locking
Central locking ............................................................ 27
Glove box ......................................................................... 163
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HHazard warning flasher switch ................................... 125
Head restraints
Front seat ..................................................................... 48
Rear seat ....................................................................... 49
Rear seat head restraint, storage .............................. 50
Synchronizing ............................................................. 44
Headlamp cleaning system .......................................... 121
Headlights ........................................................................119
Heated seats ..................................................................... 52
High beams
Combination switch .................................................. 122
Hood ................................................................................. 270IIdentification labels ....................................................... 323
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 161
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster .......... 88, 244
Individual settings ..........................................................110
Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 77
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 188
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 86Activating .....................................................................89
Illumination ................................................................. 89
Indicator lamps ............................................................ 88
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 162
Interior lighting .............................................................. 159
JJump starting ..................................................................291KKeys, changing batteries .............................................. 304
Keys, vehicle .....................................................................24LLamps, exterior
Fog lamps ........................................................... 119, 301
Headlamps ........................................ 119, 258, 298, 316
Parking lamps ........................................... 119, 300, 301
Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 297
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Power windows .......................................................... 154
Windshield and headlamp washer fluid
mixing ratio ............................................................... 276
Windshield and headlamp washer system
Refilling ...................................................................... 276
Winter driving ................................................................ 220
Winter driving instructions ......................................... 219
Wiper
Replacing wiper blade insert ..................................308
Wiper operation
Combination switch .................................................. 122