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404 Technical dataRims and TiresUse only tires and rims which have been
specifically developed for your vehicle and
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Other tires and rims can have detrimental
effects, such as
Poor handling characteristics
Increased noise
Increased fuel consumption
!Moreover, tires and rims not approved
by Mercedes-Benz may, under load, ex-
hibit dimensional variations and differ-
ent tire deformation characteristics
that could cause them to come into
contact with the vehicle body or axle
parts. Damage to the tires or the vehi-
cle may be the result.
iFurther information on tires and rims is
available at any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. A placard with
the recommended tire inflation pres-
sures is located on the driver's door
B-pillar. Some vehicles may have sup-
plemental tire pressure information for
driving at high speeds (
page 293) or
for vehicle loads less than the maxi-
mum loaded vehicle condition. If such
information is provided, it can be found
on the placard located on the inside of
the fuel filler flap. The tire pressure
should be checked regularly and
should only be adjusted on cold tires.
Follow tire manufacturer’s mainte-
nance recommendation included with
vehicle.
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414 Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Brake fluid
During vehicle operation, the boiling point
of the brake fluid is continuously reduced
through the absorption of moisture from
the atmosphere. Under extremely strenu-
ous operating conditions, this moisture
content can lead to the formation of bub-
bles in the system, thus reducing the sys-
tem’s efficiency.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be re-
placed every two years, preferably in the
spring.Only brake fluid approved by
Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Your au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will pro-
vide you with additional information.
Premium unleaded gasoline
Fuel requirements
Use only premium unleaded fuel:
The octane number (posted at the
pu mp ) m us t be 91 m in. It i s a n a ver age
of both the Research (R) octane num-
ber and the Motor (M) octane number:
(R+M)/2). This is also known as the
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates
such as Ethanol, IPA, IBA and TBA can be
used provided the ratio of any one of these
oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed
10%; MTBE must not exceed 15%.
The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not
exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents.
Using mixtures of Ethanol and Methanol is
not allowed. Gasohol, which contains
10% Ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline,
can be used.
These blends must also meet all other fuel
requirements, such as resistance to spark
knock, boiling range, vapor pressure, etc.
!To maintain the engine’s durability and
performance, premium unleaded gaso-
line must be used. If premium unleaded
is not available and low octane fuel is
used, follow these precautions:
Have the fuel tank only partially
filled with unleaded regular and fill
up with premium unleaded as soon
as possible.
Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt
acceleration.
Do not exceed an engine speed of
3000 rpm if the vehicle is loaded
with a light load such as two per-
sons and no luggage.
Do not exceed 2/3 of maximum ac-
celerator pedal position if the vehi-
cle is fully loaded or operating in
mountainous terrain.
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444 IndexReading lamps 131
Rear fog lamp 374
Bulb 374
Switching on 128
Rear lamp bulbs
Replacing 377
Rear lamps see Tail lamps
Rear passenger compartment
Adjustable air vents 196
Rear seat head restraints
Folding back with switch 115
Placing upright 115
Rear seats
Head restraints 115
Rear view mirror 29
Rear view mirror auto-dimming 178
Rear view mirrors see Mirrors
Rear window
Blocking operation 78Rear window defroster 193
Activating 193
Deactivating 193
Rear window sunshade* 183
Recommended inflation pressure 310
Reconnecting
Vehicle battery 388
Recovery services
For stolen vehicle 249
Refueling 270
Regular checks 271
Regular driving style 220
Reinstalling vehicle battery 387
Remote control
SmartKey 90
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 94
Remote controls
Integrated 252
Remote door unlock
With Tele Aid 249Removing
Vehicle battery 387
Wheel 384
Wiper blades 379
Replacing
Backup lamp bulbs 377
Battery (SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO*) 372
Brake lamp bulbs 377
Bulbs 373
Front lamp bulbs 376
License plate lamp bulbs 378
Parking lamp bulbs 377
Rear fog lamp bulbs 377, 378
Rear lamp bulbs 374, 377
Rear turn signal bulbs 377
Side marker lamp bulbs 377
Standing lamp bulbs 377
Wiper blades 379
Reporting
Safety defects 18
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450 IndexTightening torque 424
Tightening torque (Wheel bolts) 385
Tilt/sliding sunroof
Closing in an emergency 370
Opening in an emergency 370
Stopping 204
Synchronizing 204
TIN 311
Tire
Vehicle maximum load on 311
Tire and Loading Information 287
Tire and loading terminology 309
Tire care and maintenance 284
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking 272, 292, 294
Setting units 157
Tire inflation pressure see the placard on
the fuel filler flap
Tire inspection 284
Tire load rating 311Tire ply composition and material
used 311
Tire speed rating 264, 301, 311, 424
Tire terminology 309
Tire traction 264
Tires 283
Direction of rotation 286
Driving instructions 263
Messages in display 358, ??–364
Retreads 283
Rotating 312
Service life 284
Temperature 293, 308
Tire inflation pressure monitor warning
lamp 332
Tread depth 285, 313
Wear pattern 312
Winter 313
Tools 365
Tow-away alarm 27, 87
Arming 87
Disarming 87
Disarming for transport 87Towing eye bolt (vehicle tool kit) 365
Installing 393
Towing the vehicle 391
Traction 171, 311, 424
Transmission see Automatic
transmission 279
Tread 311
Tread depth 285
Tread depth (tires) 313
Treadwear indicators 311
Trip computer 150
Trip odometer
Resetting 134
Trunk
Auxiliary fuse box 395
Closing 103
Closing from the inside* 103
Lighting 131, 132
Lock button 99
Lock button, KEYLESS-GO* 99
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