2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 practical hints

MOExtended 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 in
conjunction with the tire pressure loss
warning system ( Y page 232) or the
Advanced TPMS ( Y page 233).
i Vehicles with MOExtended system are
not factory-equipped with a TIREFIT kit.
When retrofitting with tires that do not have
run-flat characteristics, e.g. winter tires,
you should also equip your vehicle with a
TIREFIT kit. TIREFIT kits are available at any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
For information on driving in case of pressure
loss in one or more tires (emergency mode),
see the “Practical hints” section
( Y page 329).
Tire care and maintenance
GWarning!
Regularly check the tires for damage.
Damaged tires can cause tire inflation
pressure loss. As a result, you could lose
control of your vehicle.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire
tread is worn to minimum tread depth, or if
the tires have sustained damage, replace
them.
Check the tire inflation pressure at least once
a month. For more information on checking
tire inflation pressure, see “Recommended
tire inflation pressure” ( Y page 229).
Tire inspection
Every time you check the tire inflation
pressure, you should also inspect your tires
for the following:
R excessive treadwear ( Y page 242)
R cord or fabric showing through the tire’s
rubber
R bumps, bulges, cuts, cracks or splits in the
tread or side of the tire
Replace the tire if you find any of the above
conditions.
Make sure you also inspect the spare tire
periodically for condition and inflation. Spare
tires will age and become worn over time even
if never used, and thus should be inspected
and replaced when necessary.
Life of tire
GWarning!
Tires and spare tire should be replaced after
6 years, regardless of the remaining tread.
The service life of a tire is dependent upon
varying factors including but not limited to:
R Driving style
R Tire inflation pressure
R Distance driven
Tread depth
GWarning!
Although the applicable federal motor vehicle
safety laws consider a tire to be worn when
the treadwear indicators (TWI) become visible
at approximately 1
/ 16 in (1.6 mm), we
recommend that you do not allow your tires
to wear down to that level. As tread depth
approaches 1
/ 8 in (3 mm), the adhesion
properties on a wet road are sharply reduced.
Depending upon the weather and/or road
surface (conditions), the tire traction varies
widely.
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Vehicle equipment ............................268
Where will I find ...? ..........................268
Vehicle status messages in the
multifunction display .......................272
What to do if … ..................................304
Unlocking/locking manually ...........314
Resetting activated NECK-PRO
active front head restraints .............316
Replacing SmartKey batteries .........317
Replacing bulbs .................................318
Replacing wiper blades ....................322
Flat tire ..............................................323
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine only) .......................................333
AdBlue® (diesel engine only) ...........333
Battery ...............................................336
Jump starting ....................................338
Towing the vehicle ............................340
Fuses ..................................................343
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Vehicle equipment
iThis Operator’s Manual describes all
features, standard or optional, potentially
available for your vehicle at the time of
purchase. Please be aware that your
vehicle might not be equipped with all
features described in this manual.
Where will I find ...?
First aid kit
iCheck expiration dates and contents for
completeness at least once a year and
replace missing/expired items.
The first-aid kit is located in the trunk on the
right-hand side behind the cover.
XTurn the lock clockwise and fold down the
cover.
XLoosen tensioning strap :.
First aid kit ; can be removed.
Vehicle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit is located in the space
underneath the trunk floor.
iVehicles without spare wheel are not
factory-equipped with the tools required for
a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel
wrench. Some tools required for a wheel
change are specific to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center to obtain the tools approved for
your vehicle.
The vehicle tool kit includes:
RCollapsible wheel chock16
RElectric air pump17,18
RFuse chart
RJack16
RPair of gloves16
RProtective wrap17
RTIREFIT kit18
RTowing eye bolt
RWheel wrench16
XOpen the trunk (Y page 81).XLift the trunk floor using floor handle :.16Vehicles with spare wheel only.17E 63 AMG18E 350 BlueTEC (if so equipped)
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XEngage floor handle = on upper trunk
lip ;.
Vehicles without spare wheel
iVehicles without spare wheel are not
factory-equipped with the tools required for
a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel
wrench. Some tools required for a wheel
change are specific to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center to obtain the tools approved for
your vehicle. The illustration shows the
vehicle retrofitted with the necessary tools
for a wheel change.
iUSA only: Vehicles with MOExtended
system are not factory-equipped with a
TIREFIT kit. When retrofitting with tires that
do not have run-flat characteristics, you
should also equip your vehicle with a
TIREFIT kit. TIREFIT kits are available at any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
E 350 BlueTEC
:TIREFIT kit;Electric air pump=Jack?Towing eye boltAWheel wrenchBFuse chartCCollapsible wheel chockDAlignment bolt
Vehicles with spare wheel
All models except E 63 AMG
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XRemoving vehicle tool kit box: Pull
tab : in direction of arrow ; and lift
vehicle tool kit box D.
XRemove vehicle tool kit box D from
luggage bowl E.
XOpening vehicle tool kit box cover: Pull
tab B in direction of arrow A and open
vehicle tool kit box cover =.
XClosing vehicle tool kit box cover: Push
vehicle tool kit box cover = downward
until it engages into vehicle tool kit box
D.
XInstalling vehicle tool kit box: Slide
vehicle tool kit box D into the recess of
luggage bowl E.
XPush vehicle tool kit box D downward until
it engages into luggage bowl E.
E 63 AMG
:Towing eye bolt;Pair of gloves=Jack?Collapsible wheel chockAAlignment boltBProtective wrapCElectric air pumpDWheel wrenchEFuse chart
Collapsible wheel chock
The collapsible wheel chock serves to secure
the vehicle, e.g. while changing a wheel.
XTake the collapsible wheel chock from the
vehicle tool kit (Y page 268).
XSetting up: Tilt both plates upward :.XFold the lower plate outward ;.XGuide the tabs of the lower plate all the way
into the openings of base plate =.
For information on where to place wheel
chocks when changing a wheel, see “Lifting
the vehicle” (Y page 324).
Jack
GWarning!
Only use the jack supplied with your vehicle
to lift the vehicle briefly for wheel changes. If
you use the jack for any other purpose, you or
others could be injured, as the jack is
designed only for the purpose of changing a
wheel.
When using the jack, observe the safety notes
in the “Mounting the spare wheel” section and
the notes on the jack.
XTake the jack from the vehicle tool kit
(Y page 268).
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Storage position
XTurn the crank handle in the direction of
arrow as far as it will go.
Operational position
XTurn the crank handle clockwise.
Before placing the jack back into the vehicle
tool kit:
XFully collapse the jack.XFold in the crank handle (storage position).
Spare wheel
GObserve Safety notes, see page 323.
iThe E 350 BlueTEC does not have a spare
wheel.
The spare wheel is located in the space
underneath the trunk floor.
XRemoving: Open the trunk (Y page 81).XLift the trunk floor and secure it on the
upper trunk lip (Y page 268).
! To prevent damage, always disengage the
floor handle from the upper trunk lip and
lower the trunk floor before closing the
trunk.
All models except E 63 AMG
XRemoving: Remove luggage bowl ; by
turning it counterclockwise.
XRemove spare wheel :.
Storing the spare wheel after use
XPlace spare wheel : into the spare wheel
well.
XSecure spare wheel : by turning luggage
bowl ; clockwise.
E 63 AMG
XRemoving: Reach into recess : of
storage well casing to pull it up and remove
it.
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Storing the spare wheel after use
If you wish to store the spare wheel after use,
carry out the following steps. Otherwise, the
spare wheel may not fit into the spare wheel
well.
! Make sure the spare wheel is dry before
storing it.XUnscrew the valve cap from the valve of the
collapsible tire.XUnscrew the valve insert from the valve
using the valve extractor integrated in the
valve cap.XAllow the air to escape.
i It may take a few minutes for the
collapsible tire to deflate completely.
XScrew the valve insert back into the valve.XScrew the valve cap back onto the valve.XTake the protective wrap from the vehicle
tool kit ( Y page 268).XPull the protective wrap over the spare
wheel.XPlace the spare wheel into the spare wheel
well.
Vehicle status messages in the
multifunction display
Notes
Warning and malfunction messages appear in
the multifunction display located in the
instrument cluster.
Certain warning and malfunction messages
are accompanied by an audible signal.
Address these messages accordingly and
follow the additional instructions given in this
Operator’s Manual.
High-priority messages appear in the
multifunction display in red color.
Certain messages of high priority cannot be
cleared from the multifunction display using
a or % on the multifunction steering
wheel ( Y page 126).
Other messages of high priority and
messages of less immediate priority can be
cleared from the multifunction display using
a or % . They are then stored in the
vehicle status message memory
( Y page 139). Remember that clearing a
message will only make the message
disappear. Clearing a message will not
correct the condition that caused the
message to appear.GWarning!
All categories of messages contain important
information which should be taken note of
and, where a malfunction is indicated,
addressed as soon as possible at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Failure to repair the condition noted may
cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property
damage or personal injury.
GWarning!
No messages will be displayed if either the
instrument cluster or the multifunction
display is inoperative.
As a result, you will not be able to see
information about your driving conditions,
such as
R speed
R outside temperature
R warning/indicator lamps
R malfunction/warning messages
R failure of any systems
Driving characteristics may be impaired.
If you must continue to drive, do so with added
caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center as soon as possible.
Read and observe the notes on the HOLD
function ( Y page 161) and parking
( Y page 113) when you park the vehicle.
On the pages that follow, you will find a
compilation of the most important warning
and malfunction messages that may appear.
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