2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E320CDI inflation pressure

448 Practical hintsFlat tireMOExtended system*
The MOExtended system allows you to
continue driving your vehicle even if there
is a total loss of pressure in one or more
tires.
You may only use the MOExtended system
with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System*
(TPMS*) (
page 339).
!The maximum distance in emergency
mode depends on the vehicle’s load. It
is 30 miles (50 km) if the vehicle is par-
tially loaded and 18 miles (30 km) if the
vehicle is fully loaded.
The point at which the maximum driv-
ing distance begins in emergency
mode is when the warning message
appears in the multifunction display
indicating that there is a loss of tire
inflation pressure.
Do not exceed the maximum speed of
50 mph (80 km/h).
Warning!
G
In emergency mode, your vehicle’s driving
characteristics are diminished in such situa-
tions as:

driving around curves


while braking


while accelerating rapidly
Therefore, your driving style must be adapt-
ed accordingly. Avoid abrupt steering and
driving maneuvers, as well as driving over
obstacles (road curbs, potholes, or off-road
areas). This is especially important if the ve-
hicle is heavily loaded.
The emergency driving distance that can be
achieved greatly depends on the demands
placed on the vehicle. Depending on speed,
load, driving maneuvers, road conditions,
outside temperature, etc., the distance can
be significantly shorter or, if the vehicle is
driven cautiously, somewhat longer.
Do not continue driving in emergency mode
if

you notice knocking sounds


the vehicle starts to shake


smoke develops and you smell rubber


ESP
® is intervening continuously


you notice tears on the tire sidewalls
After driving in emergency mode, you must
have the rims inspected by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center to check if they are
suitable for further use. The failed tire must
be replaced in any case.iWhen replacing individual or all tires on
the vehicle, make sure only matching
tires marked with “MOExtended” are
mounted in the size specified for your
vehicle.

474 Technical dataRims and tires
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 inflation pressure infor-
mation for driving at high speeds
(page 338) or for vehicle loads less
than the maximum loaded vehicle con-
dition. If such information is provided,
it can be found on the placard located
on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The
tire inflation pressure should be
checked regularly and should only be
adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire man-
ufacturer’s maintenance recommenda-
tion included with the vehicle.
iThe following pages also list the ap-
proved wheel rim and tire sizes for
equipping your vehicles with winter
tires. Winter tires are not available as
standard or optional factory-equip-
ment, but can be purchased from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Depending on vehicle model and the
standard or optional factory-equipped
wheel rim/tire configuration on your
vehicle (Appearance Package, Sport
Package etc.), equipping your vehicle
with winter tires approved for your ve-
hicle model may also require the pur-
chase of two or four wheel rims of the
recommended size for use with these
winter tires. See an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for more infor-
mation.

480 Technical dataRims and tiresSpare wheel Minispare wheel (except E 55 AMG) Collapsible tire (E 55 AMG only)
!Please compare the recommended tire
inflation pressure for your vehicle with
the tire inflation pressure on the yellow
label located on the spare wheel rim.
If the tire inflation pressure on the yel-
low label on the spare wheel rim differs
from the values given in this Operator’s
Manual, inflate the spare wheel tire to
the recommended tire inflation pres-
sure given on the yellow label on the
spare wheel rim.iPlease note that the tire inflation pres-
sure of the Minispare and the collaps-
ible tire differs from the tire inflation
pressure of the road tires.
Make sure the Minispare tire is inflated
to approximately 61 psi (4.2 bar).
Inflate the collapsible tire to approxi-
mately 51 psi (3.5 bar).
Rim
4 B x 17
Wheel offset
1.34 (34 mm)
Tire
T 155/70 R17 110 M
1
1Must not be used with snow chains.
Rim
6 B x 18
Wheel offset
0.98 (25 mm)
Tire
175/55-18 95P
1
1Must not be used with snow chains.

493 Technical terms
ABS
(A
ntilock B
rake S
ystem)
Prevents the wheels from locking up
during braking so that the vehicle can
continue to be steered.
Accessory weight
(
page 353)
ADS
(Adaptive D
amping S
ystem)
Automatically adapts the optimum sus-
pension damping to prevailing driving
conditions.
Air pressure
(
page 353)
Airmatic DC*
(Airmatic D
ual C
ontrol)
Automatically selects the optimum sus-
pension tuning and ride height for your
vehicle. Airmatic consists of two com-
ponents:


Adaptive Damping System


Vehicle level controlAlignment bolt
Metal pin with thread. The centering
pin is an aid used when changing a tire
to align the wheel with the wheel hub.
Aspect ratio
(
page 353)
Bar
(page 354)
BAS
(Brake A
ssist S
ystem)
System for potentially reducing braking
distances in emergency braking situa-
tions. The system is activated when it
senses an emergency based on how
fast the brake is applied.
Bead
(
page 354)
Bi-Xenon headlamps*
Headlamps which use an electric arc as
a light source and produce a more in-
tense light than filament headlamps.
Bi-Xenon headlamps produce low
beam and high beam.CAC
(C
ustomer A
ssistance C
enter)
Mercedes-Benz customer service cen-
ter which can help you with any ques-
tions about your vehicle and provide
assistance in the event of a break-
down.
CAN system
(C
ontroller A
rea N
etwork)
Data bus network serving to control ve-
hicle functions such as door locking or
windshield wiping.
Cockpit
All instruments, switches, buttons and
indicator/warning lamps in the passen-
ger compartment needed for vehicle
operation and monitoring.
Cold tire inflation pressure
(
page 354)

496 Technical termsMaintenance System (U.S. vehicles)
Maintenance service indicator in the
multifunction display that informs the
driver when the next vehicle mainte-
nance service is due. The
Maintenance System in your vehicle
tracks distance driven and the time
elapsed since your last maintenance
service, calculates other maintenance
service work required, and calls for the
next maintenance service accordingly.
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(
page 354)
Maximum load rating
(page 354)
Maximum tire inflation pressure
(page 355)
Memory function*
Used to store three individual seat,
steering wheel and exterior mirror posi-
tions.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.
Normal occupant weight
(
page 355)Overspeed range
Engine speeds within the red marking
on the tachometer dial. Avoid this en-
gine sp ee d ra nge , a s i t m ay re sul t in s e-
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.

497 Technical terms
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
Production options weight
(
page 355)
Program mode selector switch
Used to switch the automatic transmis-
sion between standard operationS and
operationC.PSI
(P
ounds per s
quare i
nch)
(
page 355)
Recommended tire inflation pressure
(page 355)
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 355)
RON
(Research 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 355)
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.

501 Index
A
ABS 92, 493
Indicator lamp 374
Messages in display
Accelerator position
Automatic transmission 186
Accessory weight 353
Accident 59
Active head restraints 77
Air bags 67
Children 68
Front, Driver 71
Front, Passenger 71
Safety guidelines 70
Side impact 72
Window curtain 72
Air conditioning refrigerant 487
Air conditioning system see Climate con-
trol system
Air conditioning, Cooling 212, 227
Air distribution 208, 222Air pressure 353
Air pressure see Tire inflation
pressure 339
Air pump, electric
Turning on 446
Air recirculation mode 210, 224
Air vents 208, 222
Air volume 209, 223
Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* 259, 493
Messages in display 420
Suspension tuning 259
Vehicle level control 260
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 424,
444, 493
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 490
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems 101
Anti-theft alarm system 101
Immobilizer 101
Tow-away alarm 103
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning 307Ashtray 281
Aspect ratio 353
AUDIO menu 159
Selecting radio station 159
Selecting satellite radio* station 160
Audio system
CD mode 160
Auto-dimming
Rear view mirrors 197
Automatic central locking, Control
system 174
Automatic headlamp mode 142
Automatic lighting control, Interior
lighting 147
Automatic locking when driving 174
Automatic shift program, Automatic
transmission 189
Automatic transmission 183
Accelerator position 186
Emergency operation (Limp Home
Mode) 196
Gear ranges 188
Gear selector lever one-touch
gearshifting 190
Gear selector lever position 183, 185

503 Index
Center console
Lower part 28
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp 384
Upper part 27
Centigrate see Temperature display mode
Central locking
Automatic 129, 174
Locking/unlocking from inside 129
Central locking switch 129
Certification label 468
Checking
Oil level 320
Children in the vehicle 78
Air bags 68
Blocking of rear window operation 89
Indicator lamp, front passenger front
air bag
Infant and child restraint systems 78
LATCH-type child seat anchors 88
Occupant Classification System (OCS)
Cigarette lighter 282Climate control system
4-zone automatic climate
control 214
Air conditioning refrigerant 487
Air conditioning, Cooling 212, 227
Air distribution 208, 222
Air recirculation mode 210, 224
Air volume 209, 223
Automatic mode 206, 220
Control panel, Rear 213, 229
Deactivating system 206, 219
Dual-zone automatic climate
control 202
Front defroster 209, 223
Maximum cooling MAX COOL 224
Rear climate control 229
Residual engine heat (REST) 228
Clock 25, 168
Setting time 169
Cockpit 22, 493
Cockpit Management and Data System
see COMAND
Cold tire inflation pressure 354
Collapsible tire 480
Collapsible wheel chock 424
COMAND 494COMAND see separate COMAND operat-
ing instructions
Combination switch 55, 145
Control system 153, 494
Multifunction display 153
Multifunction steering wheel 154
Resetting to factory default 164
Control system menus 156, 157
AUDIO 159
Distronic* 161
NAV* 161
Settings 163
Standard display 159
TEL* 180
Trip computer 178
Vehicle status message memory 162
Control system submenus 155
Convenience 175
Instrument cluster 166
Lighting 170
Time/Date 168
Vehicle 174
Controller Area Network see CAN system
Convenience submenu
Setting parking position for exterior
rear view mirror 176