478 Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveE 350 4MATIC
1Idler pulley
2Idler pulley
3Automatic belt tensioner
4Power steering pump
5Air conditioning compressor
6Crankshaft
7Coolant pump
8Generator (alternator)
E63AMG
1Idler pulley
2Idler pulley
3Idler pulley
4Automatic belt tensioner
5Power steering pump
6Air conditioning compressor
7Crankshaft
8Coolant pump
9Generator (alternator)
488 Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Model
Capacity
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Fuel tank
21.12 US gal (80.0 l)
Premium unleaded gasoline
Minimum Posted Octane 91
(Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON)
including a reserve of
except E 63 AMG
2.38 US gal (9.0 l)
including a reserve of
E63AMG
3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
Air conditioning system
R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant
oil (never R-12)
Windshield washer system
4.8 US qt (4.5 l)
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
1
1Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”
and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (page 494).Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*
6.9 US qt (6.5 l)
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
1
489 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Engine oils
Engine oils are specifically tested for their
suitability in our engines and durability for
our service intervals. Therefore, only use
approved engine oils and oil filters
required for vehicles with Maintenance
System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS
(Canada vehicles). For a listing of approved
engine oils and oil filters, refer to the
Factory Approved Service Products
pamphlet (USA only), or contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Engine oil additives
Do not blend oil additives with engine oil.
They may damage the engine.
Damage or malfunctions resulting from
blending oil additives are not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.Air conditioning refrigerant
R-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG
lubricating oil are used in the air
conditioning system.
Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based
lubricating oil. Otherwise damage to the
system will occur.
Brake fluid
Only brake fluid approved by
Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Your au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will pro-
vide you with additional information.
!
Using engine oils and oil filters of specifica-
tion other than those expressly required for the
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or
FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles), or changing of oil
and oil filter at change intervals longer than
those called for by the Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles)
will result in engine or emission control system
damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.Please follow Maintenance System
(U.S. vehicles) or FSS PLUS (Canada vehicles)
recommendations for scheduled oil changes.
Failure to do so will result in engine or emission
control system damage not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Warning!
G
During vehicle operation, the boiling point of
the brake fluid is continuously reduced
through the absorption of moisture from the
atmosphere. Under extremely strenuous
operating conditions, this moisture content
can lead to the formation of bubbles in the
system, thus reducing the system’s
efficiency.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced
regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s
Maintenance Booklet for replacement
interval.
495 Index
A
ABS 97
Indicator lamp 378
Messages in display 396, 411
Accelerator position, automatic
transmission 191
Accessory weight 358
Accident 60
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps* see Head-
lamps
Active head restraints 87
Adaptive Damping System see ADS
ADS 261
Air bags 70
Children 71
Front, Driver 74
Front, Passenger 74
Safety guidelines 72
Side impact 75
Window curtain 75
Air conditioning refrigerant 489
Air conditioning system see Climate con-
trol system
Air conditioning, Cooling 218, 235
Air distribution 213, 230
Air pressure 358Air pressure see Tire inflation
pressure 341
Air pump, electric
Turning on 460
Air recirculation mode 216, 233
Air vents 213, 230
Air volume 214, 231
Airmatic DC (Dual Control)
Messages in display 428
Suspension tuning 262
Airmatic DC (Dual Control) 261
Vehicle level control 262
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 430, 458
AMG menu 161
Anticorrosion/antifreeze 493
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems 106
Anti-theft alarm system 106
Immobilizer 106
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning 314
Ashtrays 285
Aspect ratio 358AUDIO menu 165
Operating CD player 166
Selecting radio station 165
Selecting satellite radio* station 165
Audio search function 180
Audio system
CD mode 166
Auto-dimming
Rear view mirrors 200
Automatic central locking, Control
system 180
Automatic headlamp mode 142
Automatic lighting control, Interior
lighting 149
Automatic locking when driving 180
Automatic shift program 193
496 IndexAutomatic transmission
Accelerator position 191
Automatic shift program 193
Emergency operation (Limp-Home
Mode) 199
Gear ranges 192
Gear selector lever 187
Gear selector lever control one-touch
gearshifting 194
Gear selector lever positions 189
Gear shifting malfunctions 199
Kickdown 191
Kickdown, manual shift program 199
Manual shift program E 63 AMG 197
Program mode selector switch 193
Shifting procedure 188
Starting engine 52
Steering wheel gearshift control
one-touch gearshifting
E63AMG 195
B
BabySmart
TM
Airbag deactivation system 81
Self-test 81Backrest 266
Folding rearward 267
Seat 43
Seat, multicontour* 131
Backup lamps
Messages in display 420
Replacing bulbs 442
Bar 358
BAS 99
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking battery condition 119
Replacing 440
Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Checking battery condition 119
Replacing 440
Batteries, Vehicle
Charging 465
Disconnecting 464
Installing 465
Jump starting 466
Messages in display 410
Reconnecting 465
Removing 464
Bead 358
Beverage holder see Cup holders
Bi-Xenon headlamps* see HeadlampsBlock heater* (Canada only) 364
Brake fluid
Checking 322
Messages in display 411
Brake lamp
Cleaning lenses 371
Replacing bulbs 442
Brake pads
Message in display 410
Brake-in recommendations 308
Brakes 310
High-performance brake system
(E 63 AMG only) 312
Warning lamp 381
Break-in period 308
Bulbs see Replacing bulbs
Button, In instrument cluster 27
C
California retail buyers and lessees, impor-
tant notice for 11
Can holder see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants 486
497 Index
Cargo compartment
Closing the tailgate 123
Fuse box 472
Lamp 151
Message in display 428
Opening 121
Tie-down rings 270
Cargo compartment cover 276
Cargo management system* 271
Belt reel 272
Cargo tie-down ring 272
Mounting elements 271
Telescoping rod 273
Cargo net 275
Cargo tie-down rings 270
Carpets, cleaning 374
Catalytic converter 318
CD player 166
Center console
Lower part 30
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp 391
Upper part 29
Central locking
Automatic 126, 180
Locking/unlocking from inside 127Central locking switch 127
Certification label 476
Checking
Oil level 326
Checking tire pressure electronically with
the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (Advanced TPMS)*,
(Canada only) 344
Children in the vehicle 88
Air bags 71
Blocking of rear window operation 95
Indicator lamp, front passenger front
air bag 81
Infant and child restraint systems 89
LATCH-type child seat anchors 94
Cigarette lighter 286Climate control system
4-zone automatic climate
control 222
Air conditioning refrigerant 489
Air conditioning, Cooling 218, 235
Air distribution 213, 230
Air recirculation mode 216, 233
Air volume 214, 231
Automatic mode 211, 228
Control panel, Rear 220, 237
Deactivating system 211, 227
Dual-zone automatic climate
control 206
Front defroster 214, 231
Maximum cooling MAX COOL 216,
232
Rear climate control 237
Residual engine heat (REST) 219,
236
Clock 27, 174
Setting time 175
Cockpit 24
Cold tire inflation pressure 358
Collapsible tire 483
Collapsible wheel chock 434
507 Index
PRE-SAFE
®
Messages in display 396, 405
Problems
While driving 60
With vehicle 17
Product information 9
Production options weight 359
Program mode see Automatic transmis-
sion, Automatic shift program
Program mode selector switch
Automatic shift program 193
PSI 360
Push-start see Tow-start
R
Radio
Selecting stations 165
Selecting stations (satellite*) 165
Radio transmitters 318
Reading lamp, front 150
Reading lamp, rear 151
Rear bench seat, foldable 266
Rear door ashtray see Ashtray
Rear door window
Blocking operation 95
Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps 145
Rear lamps see Tail lampsRear seat head restraints see Head re-
straints
Rear view mirrors see Mirrors
Rear window defroster 204
Rear window wiper/washer 59
Recommended inflation pressure 360
Recovery services, Stolen vehicle
(Tele Aid) 299
Refrigerant, Air conditioning 489
Refueling 321
Regular checks 322
Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts,
Telltale 386
Remote control see Key, SmartKey
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 299
Replacing bulbs
Additional turn signals 446
Brake lamps 444
Headlamps 444
High beam headlamps 443
High mounted brake lamp 443
License plate lamps 443, 447
Low beam headlamps 442, 444
Parking lamps 443, 446
Side marker lamps 442
Side marker lamps, front 446Tail lamps 443, 447
Turn signal lamps 442, 446
Reporting safety defects 18
Research Octane Number see RON
Reserve fuel
Message in display 417
Reset button, In instrument cluster 152,
170
Reset tool
Depository 439
Restraint system see Children in the vehi-
cle
Reverse gear position, Automatic
transmission 187, 189
Rims 360, 480
Roadside Assistance 12
Roller sunblind* 204
RON 322
Rubber parts, cleaning 373
Run Flat Indicator 342
S
Safety
Driving safety systems 97
Occupant 68
Reporting defects 18
Safety belts see Seat belts 49
509 Index
Starter switch 37
Positions 37
Starting difficulties, Engine 53
Starting, Engine 52
Steering column 45
Steering wheel 45
Buttons 28
Cleaning 374
Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch
gearshifting E 63 AMG
Automatic transmission 195
Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 299
Storage box in cargo compartment 274
Storage compartments 32
Cup holder 283
Glove box 280
Parcel net in front passenger
footwell 280
Rear armrest 281
Rear center console 280
Ruffled storage bags 281
Storing
Tires 334
Submenus
In control system 159
Submenus see Control system submenusSun visors 203
Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Suspension tuning
For comfortable driving style 262
For sporty driving style 262
Suspension tuning see Airmatic DC (Dual
Control)
Symbols used in this operator’s
manual 15
T
Tachometer 27, 153
Overspeed range 153
Tail lamps 447
Cleaning lenses 371
Messages in display 423
Replacing bulbs 447
Tailgate
Closing 123
Lock button, KEYLESS-GO* 118
Opening 121, 122
Taillamps
Messages in display 423
Tar stains 369Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant 489
Brake fluid 489
Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants
etc. 486
Coolant 491
Electrical system 484
Engine 479
Engine oil additives 489
Engine oils 489
Fuel requirements 490
Gasoline additives 491
Premium unleaded gasoline 490
Rims and tires 480
Weight 485
Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system 488