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495 Technical terms
Production options weight
(
page 351)
Program mode selector switch
Used to switch the automatic transmis-
sion between standard operationS and
operationC.
PSI
(Pounds per s
quare i
nch)
(
page 352)
Recommended tire inflation pressure
(page 333)
Restraint systems
Seat belts, belt tensioners, air bags and
child restraint systems. As indepen-
dent systems, their protective func-
tions complement one another.
Rim
(page 352)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.
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.
Sidewall
(
page 352)
SRS
(Supplemental 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.
TIN
(T
ire I
dentification N
umber)
(
page 352)
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503 Index
Folding bench seat
Folding back 139
Folding bench seat in cargo
compartment 137
Four wheel electronic traction system with
ESP
® see 4MATIC
4MATIC 99
Front air bags 71
Front lamps see Headlamps
Front passenger front air bag
Messages in display
Front passenger front air bag off indicator
lamp 72, 84
Front seat head restraints see Head re-
straints
FSS (Canada vehicles) 358Fuel 301, 313
Additives 486
Capacities, Fuel tank 484
Diesel fuel 484, 487
Filling the tank 312
Fuel filler flap and cap 312
Fuel reserve warning lamp 377, 408
Premium unleaded gasoline 313
Requirements
Gasoline additives 486
Premium unleaded gasoline 486
Requirements, Diesel fuel 487
Requirements, Octane rating (Gasoline
engine) 487
Technical data 482
Fuel consumption statistics
After start 180
Since last reset 180
Fuel filler flap 312
Locking/unlocking 312
Opening 312
Opening in an emergency 425
Fuel reserve warning lamp 25, 408
Fuel tank
Capacity 484
Filler flap 312Fuel, Premium unleaded gasoline 313,
484, 487
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Capacities 482
Fuses 462
Aids for replacing fuses 462
Fuse box (main) in passenger
compartment 463
Fuse box in cargo compartment 463
Fuse chart 462
Fuse extractor 462
Replacing 462
Spare fuses 462
G
Garage door opener 29, 290
Gasoline see Fuel
GAWR 351
Gear range 493
Automatic transmission 188
Limiting 188
Shifting into optimal 191
Gear selector lever 50, 184
Lock 50
Message in display 389
Position indicator 184, 186
Unlocking in an emergency 426
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507 Index
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 494
Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps
Manual shift program E 55 AMG 193
Deactivating 196
Maximum inflation pressure 351
Maximum load rating 351
Maximum loaded vehicle weight 351
Mechanical key 424
Memory function 494
Memory function see Seats
Menus see Control system menus
Messages in display see Multifunction dis-
play messages
Mirrors
Adjusting 45
Auto-dimming 197
Exterior rear view mirror 45
Exterior rear view mirror parking
positions 178, 198
Interior rear view mirror 45
MOExtended system* 340, 451
MOExtended tires* 477
MON 313
Motor Octane Number see MONMultifunction display 155, 494
Changing settings see Control system
menus and Control system sub-
menus
Selecting language 168
Multifunction display messages 385
ABS
Batteries 386, 395, 396
Brake fluid 399
Brake lamps 409
Brake pads 397
Check engine 375
Coolant 400, 401, 402
Cruise control 386
Distronic* 386
Door 403
Electrohydraulic brake system 397,
398
Engine oil 317, 404, 405, 406
ESP
®
388, 389
Fog lamps 409, 411
Fuel reserve tank 408
Headlamps 409, 410, 411
Hood 407
Key, SmartKey 408
Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 407
Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel* 414
Parking brake 398
Parking lamps 411
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 414
Seat belts 414
SRS 415
Tailgate 416
Tele Aid 414
Telephone* 416
Tires 413
Turn signals 412
Windshield washer fluid 416
Multifunction steering wheel 26, 156,
494
Button operation 156
N
Navigation system
See separate COMAND operating
instructions 163
Net, parcel 274
Neutral gear position 186
Night security illumination 145
Normal occupant weight 351
Number, vehicle identification (VIN) 468
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509 Index
Power seat see Seats
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 236
Emergency operations 427
Messages in display 414
Opening/closing 236
Opening/closing in an
emergency 427
Stopping 238
Synchronizing 238
Power train 494
Power washer 363
Power windows 231
Cleaning 366
Operating 231
Rear door window, Blocking
operation 89
Synchronizing 233
Practical hints 372
Collapsible wheel chock 423
Spare wheel 422
Problems
While driving 58
With vehicle 17
Product information 9
Production options weight 351Program mode selector switch 495
Automatic transmission 189
Manual shift program E 55 AMG, auto-
matic transmission 194
PSI 352
PULSE function (Massage function) see
Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour
features
R
Radio
Selecting stations 161
Selecting stations (satellite*) 162
Radio transmitters 309
Range (distance to empty) 181
Reading lamp, front 149
Reading lamp, rear 150
Rear bench seat
Foldable 260
Rear door window
Blocking operation 89
Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps 146
Rear lamps see Tail lamps
Rear seat ashtray see Ashtray
Rear seat head restraints see Head re-
straints
Rear view mirrors see MirrorsRear window defroster 200
Recommended inflation pressure 352
Recovery services, Stolen vehicle (Tele
Aid) 290
Refrigerant, Air conditioning 485
Refueling 312
Regular checks 313
Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts,
Telltale 377
Remote control, SmartKey 106
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 289
Replacing bulbs
Additional turn signals 435
Brake lamps 433
Headlamps 434
High beam headlamps 432
High mounted brake lamp 432
License plate lamps 432, 436
Low beam headlamps 432, 434
Parking lamps 432, 435
Side marker lamps 431
Side marker lamps, front 435
Tail lamps 432, 436
Turn signal lamps 431, 432, 435
Reporting safety defects 18
Research Octane Number see RON