2005 MERCEDES-BENZ E55AMG Wheel

472 Technical termsCOMAND
(C
ockpit M
anagement and D
ata Sys-
tem)
Information and operating center for
vehicle sound and communications
systems, including the radio and navi-
gation system, as well as other optional
equipment (CD changer, telephone,
etc.).
Control system
The control system is used to call up
vehicle information and to change
component settings. Information and
messages appear in the multifunction
display. The driver uses the buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel to
navigate through the system and to ad-
just settings.
Cruise control
Driving convenience system for auto-
matically maintaining the vehicle speed
set by the driver.Distronic*
A driving convenience cruise control
system which helps the driver maintain
a pre-selected speed:


If there is no vehicle directly ahead,
the system operates in the same
way as conventional ->cruise con-
trol.


If a slower moving vehicle is ahead,
Distronic will reduce your vehicle
speed to the extent permitted by re-
duced throttle and up to 20% brak-
ing power to maintain the preset
minimum following distance.
DTR
(->Distronic*)
Engine number
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the cylinder block to
uniquely identify each engine pro-
duced.Engine oil viscosity
Measurement for the inner friction (vis-
cosity) of the oil at different tempera-
tures. The higher the temperature an
oil can tolerate without becoming thin,
or the lower the temperature it can tol-
erate without becoming viscous, the
better the viscosity.
ESP
(E
lectronic S
tability Pr
ogram)
Improves vehicle handling and direc-
tional stability.
ETD
(E
mergency T
ensioning D
evice)
Device which deploys in certain frontal
and rear collisions exceeding the sys-
tem's threshold to tighten the seat
belts.
->SRS

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.

477 Index
A
ABS 85, 471
ABS control 86
Malfunction indicator lamp 356
Messages in display 369
Warning lamp 356
Accelerator position, automatic
transmission* 180
Accessory weight 337
Accident
In case of 54
Activating
Air conditioning (cooling) 201, 214
Air recirculation mode 199, 212
Anti-theft alarm system 94
Automatic climate control
(Dual-zone) 194, 195
Central locking (control system) 166
Defrosting 199
Distance warning function* 244
Distronic* 240
Easy-entry/exit feature* 167ESP 90
Exterior headlamps 50
Exterior lamps 134
Front fog lamps 136
Hazard warning flasher 138
Headlamps 50
High beams 137
Ignition 34
Ignition with KEYLESS-GO* 36
Immobilizer 56, 94
Rear fog lamp 136
Rear window defroster 191
Residual heat 202, 215
Seat heater* 128
Tow-away alarm 95
Windshield wipers 52
Adding
Engine oil 306
Additional turn signal 418
Adjustable air vents, rear passenger
compartment 216Adjusting 37
Air distribution 198, 210
Air volume 198, 211
Backrest tilt 38
Drive-dynamic seat* with multicontour
features 126
Exterior rear view mirror 41
Head restraint height 39
Head restraint tilt 39
Instrument cluster illumination 142
Interior rear view mirror 41
Mirrors 40
Seat cushion tilt 38
Seat fore and aft adjustment 38
Seat height 38
Seats 37
Steering column height 40
Steering wheel 39
Adjusting steering column in or out 40
Adjusting steering column up or down 40
Adjusting the dynamic seat 169

481 Index
Checking
Coolant level 308
Oil level 301, 304
Tire inflation pressure 301
Vehicle lighting 301
Child safety 71
Airbags 62
Infant and child restraint systems 67,
71
LATCH child seat anchors 81
Child safety switch see Blocking of rear
window operation 83
Cigarette lighter 269
Cleaning
Headlamps 186, 350
Light alloy wheels 351
Parktronic* system sensor 351
side markers 350
tail lamps 350
turn signal lenses 350
Windshield 52
Wood trims 354
Cleaning tires 313Clock 160
Closing
Glove box 262
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof 227
Roller sunblinds 226
Side windows 219
Sliding/pop-up roof* 223
Trunk
Vehicle with KEYLESS-GO* 115,
116
Trunk lid 112
Windows 218
Closing the trunk lid 115, 116
Cockpit 22, 471
Cockpit management and data system
(COMAND) 472
Cold tire inflation pressure 337
Collapsible tire 457
Tire inflation pressure 429
COMAND 472
COMAND* see separate operating instruc-
tionsCombination switch 137
Turn signals 51
Windshield wipers 51
Control system 145, 472
AUDIO menu 150
Convenience submenu 167
Display digital speedometer 150
Distronic* menu 152
Functions 149
Instrument cluster submenu 157,
159
Lighting submenu 162
Menus 148, 149
Multifunction display 145
Multifunction steering wheel 146
Selecting radio system 150
Selecting satellite radio* system 151
Settings menu 154
Standard display menu 150
Submenus 147, 149
TEL* menu 171
Trip computer menu 170
Vehicle status message memory
menu 153
Vehicle submenu 166

485 Index
Emergency operations
Opening/closing sliding/pop-up roof*
or panorama sliding/pop-up
roof* 414
Releasing trunk lid from inside 117
Remote door unlock 278
Unlocking the trunk lid 411
Unlocking the vehicle 410
Emergency tensioning device see
ETD 70, 472
Emission control 297
Ending
A call (telephone) 172
Engine 450
Compartment 303
Message in the display 359, 360,
383
Starting 46
Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 47
Starting with the SmartKey 46, 47
Turning off with the key 56
Engine compartment
Hood 303
Engine malfunction indicator lamp 359,
360, 383
Engine number 472Engine oil
Adding 306
Checking level 304
Consumption 304
Display messages 387
Messages in display 305
Viscosity 472
ESP 87, 472
Four wheel electronic traction system
with ESP 93
Switching off 89
Switching on 90
Synchronizing 372
Warning lamp 357
ETD 472
Safety guidelines 64
Exterior lamp switch 133
Exterior rear view mirrors
Adjusting 41
Parking position for 168F
Fahrenheit
Setting temperature units 157
Fastening the seat belts 43
Fine adjustment
Cruise control 234
First aid kit 407
Flat tire 425
Collapsible tire 429
Mounting the spare wheel 425, 428
Spare wheel 425
Flexible Service System (Canada
vehicles) 343
Flexible Service System (FSS) 473
Fog lamp, rear 137
Fog lamps, front
Messages in display 392
Switching on 136
Following distance in Distronic* 242
Four wheel electronic traction system
(4MATIC) with ESP 93
4MATIC 93

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

489 Index
Layout of poly-V-belt drive 449
Leather upholstery
Cleaning 354
Level control system*
Airmatic DC* 247
Lever
For cruise control 239
License plate lamps 418
Messages in display 394
Replacing bulbs 422
Light alloy wheels
Cleaning 353
Light sensor 394
Lighter see Cigarette lighter 269Lighting 133
Automatic headlamp mode 134
Combination switch 137
Daytime running lamp mode 134
Door entry lamps 140
Exterior lamp switch 133
Front fog lamps 136
High beams 137
Instrument cluster illumination 142
Interior 139
Locator lighting 136
Low beam 133
Manual headlamp mode 134
Night security illumination 136
Parking lamps 133
Rear fog lamp 137
Settings (control system) 162
Trunk lamp 141
Limiting the gear range 177
Limp Home Mode 185
Loading 254
Cargo tie-down rings 261
Instructions 260
Roof rack* 254
Ski sack* 254
Split rear bench seat* 257Loading terminology 337
Loading the vehicle 314
Locator lighting 136
Setting 163
Lock button 473
Door handle (KEYLESS-GO*) 58
Locking 55, 98
Fuel filler flap 299
Global with KEYLESS-GO* 105
Global, SmartKey 100
Vehicle in an emergency 411
Loss of SmartKeys 102, 108
Low beam headlamps 50
Messages in display 394
Replacing bulbs 418
Switching on 50
Lowering
Vehicle 431
M
Main Dimensions 459
Maintenance 12