
474 Technical termsMemory function*
Used to store three individual seat,
steering wheel and exterior mirror posi-
tions for each SmartKey.
MON
(M
otor O
ctane N
umber)
The Motor Octane Number for gasoline
as determined by a standardized meth-
od. It is an indication of a gasoline's
ability to resist undesired detonation
(knocking). The average of both the
MON (Motor Octane Number) and
->RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Multifunction display
The display field in the instrument clus-
ter used to present information provid-
ed by the control system.
Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel with buttons for operat-
ing the control system.Overspeed range
Engine speeds within the red marking
on the tachometer dial. Avoid this en-
gine speed range, as it may result in se-
rious engine damage that is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Parktronic (Parking assist)*
System which uses visual and acoustic
signals to assist the driver during park-
ing maneuvers.
Poly-V-belt drive
Drives engine-components (alternator,
AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.Power train
Collective term designating all compo-
nents used to generate and transmit
motive power to the drive axles, includ-
ing:
Engine
Clutch/torque converter
Transmission
Transfer case*
Drive shaft
Axle shafts/axles
Program mode selector switch
Used to switch the automatic transmis-
sion between standard operationS and
operationC.
E 55 AMG with steering wheel gearshift
control and manual shift program: in
addition to S and C (for sporty S or
comfortable C operation), you can use
M for manual shift program.

475 Technical terms
PTC heating element
(P
ositive T
emperature C
oefficient)
Electronic component that warms up
quickly as electricity is supplied to it
and is used as a ->heater booster sys-
tem in diesel vehicles.
Restraint systems
Seat belts, belt tensioners, air bags and
child restraint systems. As indepen-
dent systems, their protective func-
tions complement one another.
RON
(R
esearch O
ctane N
umber)
The Research Octane Number for gaso-
line as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line's ability to resist undesired detona-
tion (knocking). The average of both
the ->MON (Motor Octane Number)
and RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.SBC
(S
ensotronic B
rake C
ontrol)
Electronically controlled hydraulic
braking system for increased braking
safety and comfort.
Shift lock
When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the transmission selector le-
ver from being moved out of positionP
without the ignition or engine on and
brake pedal depressed.
SRS
(S
upplemental R
estraint S
ystem)
Seat belts, emergency tensioning de-
vice and air bags. Though independent
systems, they are closely interfaced to
provide effective occupant protection.Tele Aid System
(T
elematic A
larm I
dentification on D
e-
mand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response: automatic and man-
ual emergency, roadside assistance
and information. Tele Aid is initially ac-
tivated by completing a subscriber
agreement and placing an acquain-
tance call.
The Tele Aid system is operational pro-
vided that the vehicle’s battery is
charged, properly connected, not dam-
aged and cellular and GPS coverage is
available.
Telematics*
A combination of the terms “telecom-
munications” and “informatics”.
Tightening torque
Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug
wrench) with which threaded fasteners
such as wheel bolts are tightened.

487 Index
Good visibility 186
GPS 473
GPS see COMAND 272
Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR
Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW
GVW 337
GVWR 338
H
Hand-held transmitter
Programming integrated remote
control 281
Reprogramming integrated remote
control 284
Hazard warning flasher 138
Switching off 138
Switching on 138Headlamps
Automatic control 134
Bi-Xenon* 471
Cleaning system* 186
Switching off 56
Switching on 50
Heated seats* 127
Heated steering wheel* 270
Heater booster system 203, 473
Height adjustment
Head restraints 39
Steering wheel 39
Vehicle level 248
High beam flasher 50, 137
High beam headlamps
Messages in display 394
Replacing bulbs 418
Switching on 50, 137
High mounted brake lamp 418
Hood 303
Closing 303
Message in display 389
Opening 303
Hydroplaning 291I
Identification labels 448
Ignition 34, 36
Switching on 46, 47
Immobilizer 94
Activating 94
Deactivating 94
Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and
warning
Infant and child restraint systems 71
Installing 80
LATCH child seat anchors 81
Information
About service and warranty 10
Button for Tele Aid* 276
Inside rear view mirror
Antiglare 186
Installing
Infant and child restraint systems 80
Towing eye bolt 442
Wiper blades 424

490 IndexMaintenance service
Calling up the maintenance service
indicator 345
Maintenance service data
information 347
Overdue 343, 344
Resetting maintenance service
indicator 345
Service type A - H 343
Types 343
When due 343
Maintenance service indicator 343
Calling up 345
Clearing 344
Resetting 345
Maintenance Service System 343
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 473
Malfunction
Displaying 153
MANUAL
Shift program mode (E 55 AMG) 183
Manual headlamp mode 134
Manual operations
Fuel filler flap 412
Sliding/pop-up roof* or panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof* 414Unlocking the driver’s door 410
Unlocking the transmission lever 412
Unlocking the trunk lid 411
Manual shift program (E 55 AMG only)
Deactivating 185
Massage function 127
MAXCOOL maximum cooling 212
Maximum inflation pressure 338
Maximum load rating 338
Maximum loaded vehicle weight 338
Mechanical key 410
Memory function 130, 474
Recalling positions from
memory 131
Storing exterior rear view mirror park-
ing positions 132
Storing SmartKey dependent
settings 131
Menus 148
AUDIO 150
Distronic* 152, 238
In control system 148, 149
Settings menu 154
Standard display 150
Submenus 147
TEL* 171Trip computer 170
Vehicle status message memory 153
Miles/kilometers in speedometer
Setting 157
Mirrors
Adjusting 40
Auto-dimming for rear view
mirrors 186
Exterior rear view mirror 41
Exterior rear view mirror parking
positions 168, 187
Interior rear view mirror 41
Storing exterior mirror parking
position 132
MON 300
MON (Motor Octane Number) 474
Mph or km/h in speedometer 157
Multifunction display 145, 474
Selecting language 158
Standard display 149

493 Index
Power windows 218
Blocking of rear window operation 83
Convenience closing feature 221
Side windows 218
Summer opening feature 220
Synchronizing 220
Practical hints
First aid kit 407
Jump starting 436
Lamp in center console 365
Lamps in instrument cluster 356
Messages in the display 367
Spare wheel 407
Vehicle tool kit 409
Problems
While driving 53
With vehicle 17
Product information 9
Production options weight 338
Program mode selector switch 474
Automatic transmission 179
PSI 338PTC heating element 475
PULSE function (Massage function) 127
Q
Quick search
Phone book* 173
R
Radio
Selecting stations 150
Selecting stations (satellite*) 151
Radio transmitters, control and
operation 295
Range (distance to empty)
Calling up 171
Rear bench seat
Foldable 257
Rear fog lamp
Switching on 137
Rear lamp bulbs 418
Rear lamps see Tail lamps
Rear passenger compartment
Adjustable air vents 216Rear seat head restraints
Installing 125
Removing 125
Rear view mirrors auto-dimming 186
Rear view mirrors see Mirrors 186
Rear window
Blocking operation 83
Rear window defroster 191
Activating 191
Deactivating 191
Rear window sunshade* 189, 190
Recommended inflation pressure 338
Reconnecting
Vehicle battery 435
Regular checks 301
Reinstalling the battery 435
Remote controls
Integrated 281
SmartKey 98, 102
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 102

495 Index
Seat belts 67
Cleaning 353
Fastening 43
Proper use of 45, 69
Safety guidelines 64
Warning lamp 362
Seat heater*
Switching off 128
Switching on 128
Seat ventilation*
Switching off 128
Switching on 128
Seating capacity 316
Seats 121
Adjusting 37
Drive-dynamic seat* with multicontour
features 126
Easy entry/exit feature* 121
Heater* 127
Split rear bench seat* 257
Ventilation 128
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings 261
Selecting display 158, 159
Selector lever
Lock 46, 174Message in the display 373
Position (automatic
transmission) 174
Self-test
Occupant Classification System 79
Tele Aid* 272
Service
Batteries 433
Service and warranty information 10
Service life (tires) 312
Setting
Convenience functions 156, 167
Cruise control 232
Daytime running lamp mode 162
Distronic* time interval 242
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position 132
Higher speed in cruise control 234
Higher speed in Distronic* 240
Hours (clock) 160
Individual vehicle settings 154
Interior lighting delayed
switch-off 165
Lamps and lighting (control
system) 162
Language, multifunction display 158Locator lighting 163
Lower speed in cruise control 234
Lower speed in Distronic* 241
Miles/kilometers in
speedometer 157
Minutes (clock) 160, 161
Parking position for exterior rear view
mirrors 168
Slower speed in cruise control 234
Slower speed in Distronic* 241
SmartKey dependent memory 168
Speed in cruise control 234
Speed in Distronic* 240
Speedometer display mode 157
Suspension tuning 247
Synchronizing the time 160
Temperature (interior) 197, 210
Temperature indicator 157
Tire inflation pressure 159
Units
Speedometer 157
Temperature 157
Tire inflation pressure 159
Vehicle level control 248

498 IndexSwitching off
Automatic central locking (control
system) 166
Engine 56
ESP 89
Hazard warning flasher 138
Headlamps 56
Seat heating* 128
Switching on
Automatic central locking (control
system) 166
ESP 90
Front fog lamps 136
Hazard warning flasher 138
Headlamps 50
High beams 137
Parking lamps 133
Rear fog lamp 137
Seat heating* 128
Windshield wipers 51
Symbol (Distronic*)
Distance warning function* 152Synchronizing
ESP 372
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof* 229
Power windows 220
Sliding/pop-up roof* 225
Time 160
T
Tachometer 144
Displaying gear range 177
Overspeed range 144
Tail lamps 422
Tar stains 349
Tele Aid
Messages in display 403, 404
Tele Aid System 475Tele Aid* 271
Emergency calls 273
Information 276
Initiating an emergency call
manually 274
Remote door unlock 278
Roadside Assistance 275
Stolen vehicle tracking services 279
System self-check 272
Tele Aid System 271
Upgrade signals 277
Telematics* 475
Telephone* 26, 270
Answering a call 172
Dialing a number from the phone
book 172
Ending a call 172
Loading phone book* 172
Messages in the display 405
Operating 171
Redialing 173

499 Index
Temperature
Display mode 157
Sensor 29
Setting interior temperature 197
Setting units in display 157
Tires 321
The coolant level is correct if the
level 308
Tie-down rings (trunk) 261
Tightening torque 431, 475
Time
Setting hours 160
Setting minutes 160, 161
TIN 339
Tire
Vehicle maximum load on 339
Tire and Loading Information 315
Tire and loading terminology 337
Tire care and maintenance 312
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking 320
Setting units 159
Tire inflation pressure see the placard on
the fuel filler flap
Tire inspection 312Tire load rating 339
Tire ply composition and material
used 339
Tire speed rating 329, 339, 476
Tire terminology 337
Tire traction 292
Tires
Direction of rotation 314
Driving instructions 290
Messages in display 399
Messages in the display 396, 397,
398
Retreads 311
Rotating 340
Service life 312
Temperature 321, 336
Tire pressure monitor warning
lamp* 363
Tread depth 313, 341
Wear pattern 340
Winter 341
Tires and wheels
Tire inflation pressure 322
Tools 409Tow-away alarm 95
Arming 95
Disarming 95
Disarming for transport 95
Towing eye bolt (vehicle tool kit)
Installing 442
Towing the vehicle 439
Tracking services
For stolen vehicle 279
Traction 180, 339, 476
Transmission fluid level 308
Tread 339
Tread depth 313
Tread depth (tires 341
Treadwear indicators 339
Trip computer 170
Trip odometer
Resetting 143