2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 Open trunk

if the tilt/sliding panel does not open
smoothly.
! Do not attempt to open the tilt/sliding
panel before the tilt/sliding panel is
properly synchronized. The tilt/sliding
panel could otherwise lock-up in the open
position.
If the tilt/sliding panel cannot be closed or
synchronized, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside
Assistance.
XSwitch on the ignition.XPull the roof panel switch repeatedly in
direction of arrow = to the resistance
point until the tilt/sliding panel is closed
completely.
XPull and hold the roof panel switch in
direction of arrow = for 1 more second.
XPull the roof panel switch repeatedly in
direction of arrow = to the resistance
point until the roller sunblinds are closed
completely.
XPull and hold the roof panel switch in
direction of arrow = for 1 more second.
XCheck whether the tilt/sliding panel and
the roller sunblinds can be opened
completely (Y page 195).
Loading and storing
Loading instructions
GWarning!
Always fasten items being carried as securely
as possible. Use cargo tie-down rings and
fastening materials appropriate for the weight
and size of the load.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle. This can cause injury to
vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
transporting cargo. Do not pile luggage or
cargo higher than the seat backrests.
The trunk is the preferred place to carry
objects.
Never drive a vehicle with the trunk open.
Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may
enter vehicle interior resulting in
unconsciousness and death.
Load distribution
The total load weight including vehicle
occupants and luggage/cargo should not
exceed the total load limit indicated on the
corresponding Tire and Loading Information
placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar
(Y page 238).
The handling characteristics of a fully loaded
vehicle depend greatly on the load
distribution. It is therefore recommended to
load the vehicle according to the illustration
shown. The heaviest items are to be placed
towards the front of the vehicle.
Please pay attention to and comply with the
following instructions when loading the
vehicle and transporting cargo:
RAlways place items being carried against
front or rear seat backrests, and fasten
them as securely as possible.
RThe heaviest portion of the cargo should
always be kept as low as possible against
front or rear seat backrests.
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Roof rack
For information about further roof rack
equipment, contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
GWarning!
Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes-
Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage
to the vehicle.
Follow the manufacturer’s installation
instructions. Otherwise, an improperly
attached roof rack system or its load could
become detached from the vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum roof load of
220 lb (100 kg).
Take into consideration that when the roof
rack is loaded, the handling characteristics
are different from those when operating the
vehicle without the roof rack loaded.
Make sure
Ryou can raise the power tilt/sliding sunroof
or the panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel
completely
Ryou can open the trunk completely
Vehicles with power tilt/sliding sunroof
Vehicles with panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
XFlip trim covers : open.XOnly attach the roof rack to the anchorage
points under trim covers :.
XObserve manufacturer’s instructions for
installation.
Through-loading feature
GWarning!
Do not transport any unsecured items in the
through-loading area.
XFold the rear armrest down.XOpening through-loading area: Open the
trunk.
XPress release button :.
The cover opens.
XClosing through-loading area: Swing
cover in trunk back until it engages.
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The two sections can be folded down
separately.
GWarning!
When expanding the cargo volume, always
fold the seat backrests fully forward.
Unless you are transporting cargo, the seat
backrests must remain properly locked in the
upright position.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle. This can cause injury to
vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
Always use the cargo tie-down rings.
Folding seat backrest forward
XOpen the trunk.XPull on left and/or right release handle :.
The driver’s and/or front passenger seat
moves forward automatically.
XFold seat backrests ; forward.XAdjust front seats to desired position
(Y page 88).
Setting up seat backrest
XFold seat backrest : rearward until it
engages.
! Make sure that the seat belt is not
pinched.
XCheck for secure locking by pushing and
pulling on the seat backrest.
XAdjust head restraints, if necessary
(Y page 90).
XAdjust front seats to desired position
(Y page 88).
GWarning!
Always lock the seat backrest in its upright
position when the rear seat bench is
occupied, or the extended cargo volume is not
in use.
Check for secure locking by pushing and
pulling on the seat backrest.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle. This can cause injury to
vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
transporting cargo.
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iTo prevent unauthorized persons from
access to the trunk, always lock the seat
backrests in its upright position.
Front storage compartments
GWarning!
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or
cargo in the trunk if possible.
Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
seat backrests.
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during
Rbraking
Rvehicle maneuvers
Ran accident
Glove box
Depending on vehicle equipment, an AUX
socket or a media interface is located in the
glove box. For information on Audio AUX
mode or on media interface, see separate
COMAND system operating instructions.
The glove box can be ventilated
(Y page 188).
XOpening: Pull glove box lid release :.XClosing: Push glove box lid ; upwards
until it engages.
You can lock the glove box, e.g. when the
vehicle is in the shop for service.
The glove box can only be locked or unlocked
with the mechanical key.
1Glove box unlocked2Glove box locked
Storage compartment in front center
console
iA storage compartment is located under
the cup holder in the front center console.
XOpen cover : (Y page 203).XRemove cup holder in the front center
console (Y page 203).
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Front armrest storage compartment
All models except E 63 AMG
XOpening storage compartment: Pull
button :.
The armrest opens to the left and the right
side automatically.
XClosing storage compartment: Swing
the left and/or right armrest backward
until it engages.
E 63 AMG
XOpening storage compartment: Press
button : or ;.
The armrest opens to the left and the right
side automatically.
XClosing storage compartment: Swing
the left and/or right armrest backward
until it engages.
Seat storage compartments
A storage compartment is located in the seat
base of each front seat.
XOpening: Pull handle : up.XFold storage compartment lid ; forward
in direction of arrow.
Rear storage compartments
GWarning!
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or
cargo in the trunk if possible.
Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
seat backrests.
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during
Rbraking
Rvehicle maneuvers
Ran accident
Rear armrest storage compartment
! Do not sit on or lean your body weight
against the armrest when it is folded down,
as you could otherwise damage it.
! Before storing the armrest in the seat
backrest, close the storage compartment
cover.
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Power outlets
The power outlets can be used to
accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories
(e.g. auxiliary lamps, mobile phone chargers)
up to a maximum of 15 A (180 W).
If the engine is off and the power outlets are
being used extensively, the vehicle battery
may become discharged.
Power outlet in glove box
XOpen the glove box (Y page 201).
Power outlet in rear passenger
compartment
XBriefly press top of cover :.
Cover : opens automatically.
Power outlet in trunk
Tele Aid
! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a
subscriber agreement must be completed.
To ensure your system is activated and
operational, please press Information
button ï to perform the acquaintance
call. Failure to complete either of these
steps may result in a system that is not
activated.
If you have any questions regarding
activation, please call the Customer
Assistance Center at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372)
(USA only) or 1-888-923-8367 (Canada
only).
Shortly after the completion of your Tele Aid
acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID
and password in the mail. You may use this
password to access the Tele Aid section in
“Owner’s Online” at www.mbusa.com (USA
only). The “My Tele Aid” section will give you
access to account information, remote door
unlock and more.
The Tele Aid system is available if
Rit has been activated and is operational.
Activation requires a subscription for
monitoring services, connection and
cellular air time
Rvehicle battery power is available
Rthe relevant cellular phone network and
GPS signals are available and pass the
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iThe remote door unlock feature is
available if the relevant cellular phone
network is available.
The SOS button will flash and the message
Connecting Call will appear in the
multifunction display to indicate receipt of
the door unlock command.
If the trunk lid handle was pulled for more
than 20 seconds before door unlock
authorization was received, you must wait
15 minutes before pulling the trunk lid
handle again.
Remote door lock
If you have forgotten to lock your vehicle and
are no longer near it, you can have it locked
remotely through the Customer Assistance
Center.
The vehicle can be remotely locked within
four days after the ignition has been switched
off.
XContact the Customer Assistance Center
at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372) (USA only) or
1-888-923-8367 (Canada only).
You will be asked to provide your password.
When you are inside your vehicle the next
time and switch on the ignition, the message
Tele Aid Doors locked by remote
control will appear on the multifunction
display.
i The remote door lock feature is available
if the relevant cellular phone network is
available and data connection is possible.
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services
In the event your vehicle was stolen:
XReport the incident to the police.
The police will issue a numbered incident
report.XPass this number on to the Customer
Assistance Center along with your
password.
The Customer Assistance Center will then
attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s
Tele Aid system. Once the vehicle is
located, the Customer Assistance Center
will contact the local law enforcement and
you. The vehicle’s location will only be
provided to law enforcement.
i If the anti-theft alarm stays on for more
than 30 seconds, the Tele Aid system will
notify the Customer Assistance Center
automatically.
Garage door opener
The integrated remote control can operate up
to three separately controlled devices
compatible with HomeLink ®
or some other
systems.
GWarning!
Before programming the integrated remote
control to a garage door opener or gate
operator, make sure people and objects are
out of the way of the device to prevent
potential harm or damage. When
programming a garage door opener, the door
moves up or down. When programming a gate
operator, the gate opens or closes.
Do not use the integrated remote control with
any garage door opener that lacks safety stop
and reverse features as required by U.S.
federal safety standards (this includes any
garage door opener model manufactured
before April 1, 1982). A garage door that
cannot detect an object - signaling the door
to stop and reverse - does not meet current
U.S. federal safety standards.
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XPress button = approximately 3 seconds.
The currently selected zone appears in
compass display ;.
XSelecting zone: Press button = until the
desired zone is selected.
Do not press the button again until the
direction is indicated.
XCompass calibration: Make sure you are
in an area where you can drive a full circle
with your vehicle without disturbing traffic
in order to calibrate the compass.
In order to calibrate the compass properly,
mind the following:
RCalibrate the compass in open terrain.
Nearby buildings, bridges, power lines and
large antenna masts, for example, could
impair compass calibration.
RSwitch off electrical consumers (e.g.
climate control, windshield wipers, or rear
window defroster).
RClose all doors and the trunk.
XStart the engine.XPress button = approximately 6 seconds
until symbol C appears in compass
display ;.
XDrive a full circle at a vehicle speed of
between 3 mph (5 km/h) and 6 mph
(10 km/h).
When calibration was successful, the
current direction appears in compass
display ;.
Floormat (driver’s side only)
GWarning!
Whenever you are using a floormat, make sure
there is enough clearance and that the
floormat is securely fastened.
The floormat should always be securely
fastened using the fastening equipment.
Before driving off, check that the floormat is
securely in place and adjust it if necessary. A
loose floormat could slip and hinder proper
functioning of the pedals.
Do not place several floormats on top of each
other as this may impair pedal movement.
XMove the driver’s seat as far to the rear as
possible.
XRemoving: Pull floormat off of retainer
pins ;.
XInstalling: Press floormat eyelets : onto
retainer pins ;.
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