2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 roof

Sunroof switch
:Raising;Opening=Closing
With the sunroof closed or raised, you can
slide the sunroof screen forward and back.
XSwitch on the ignition.
Opening
XOpening manually: Press and hold the
sunroof switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow ;.
XRelease the sunroof switch when the
desired position is reached.
XExpress operation: To open the tilt/
sliding sunroof completely, press the
sunroof switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow ; and release.
XStopping during express operation:
Move the sunroof switch in any direction.
iExpress opening is not available when the
tilt/sliding sunroof is raised. The tilt/
sliding sunroof must be closed first.
iWhen the tilt/sliding sunroof is open,
resonance noises may result in addition to
the usual wind noises. They are caused by
minimal pressure changes in the passenger
compartment. To reduce or eliminate these
noises, change the position of the tilt/
sliding sunroof or open a window slightly.
RaisingXRaising manually: Press and hold the
sunroof switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow :.
XRelease the sunroof switch when the
desired position is reached.
XExpress operation: To raise the tilt/
sliding sunroof completely, press the
sunroof switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow : and release.
XStopping during express operation:
Move the sunroof switch in any direction.
iExpress raising is not available when the
tilt/sliding sunroof is open. The tilt/sliding
sunroof must be closed first.
Closing
XClosing manually: Pull and hold the
sunroof switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow =.
XRelease the sunroof switch when the
desired position is reached.
XExpress operation: To close the tilt/
sliding sunroof completely, pull the sunroof
switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow = and release.
XStopping during express operation:
Move the sunroof switch in any direction.
Closing when the tilt/sliding sunroof is
blocked
GWarning!
Make sure that nobody can become trapped
and be seriously or even fatally injured when
closing the tilt/sliding sunroof with greater
force or without automatic reversal function.
If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof is
blocked during the closing procedure (e.g. by
ice or pollution), the tilt/sliding sunroof will
stop and open slightly.
XImmediately after the tilt/sliding sunroof
has stopped and opened because it was
blocked, pull and hold the sunroof switch
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in direction of arrow = until the tilt/sliding
sunroof is fully closed.
The tilt/sliding sunroof closes with greater
force.
If the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked again and
opens slightly:
XImmediately after the tilt/sliding sunroof
was blocked and has opened, pull and hold
the sunroof switch in direction of arrow
= until the tilt/sliding sunroof is fully
closed.
The tilt/sliding sunroof closes without
automatic reversal function.
GWarning!
Pulling and holding the sunroof switch to
close the tilt/sliding sunroof immediately
after it had been blocked two times will cause
the tilt/sliding sunroof to close without any
reversal function for as long as you hold the
sunroof switch.
Synchronizing
The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchronized
after a malfunction or if it does not open
smoothly.
! If the tilt/sliding sunroof cannot be closed
or synchronized, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside
Assistance.
XSwitch on the ignition.XPress and hold the sunroof switch in
direction of arrow : (Y page 193) until the
tilt/sliding sunroof is fully raised at the
rear.
XKeep holding the sunroof switch in
direction of arrow : for approximately
1 second.
XCheck the express operation feature
(Y page 193).
If the tilt/sliding sunroof opens and closes
completely, the roof is synchronized.
Otherwise repeat the above steps.
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
Extending and retracting the roller
sunblinds
The roller sunblinds only operate with the tilt/
sliding panel closed. The front and rear roller
sunblind cannot be operated individually.
GWarning!
When extending the roller sunblinds, make
sure no one is in danger of being injured by
the extending procedure.
The roller sunblinds are equipped with the
express operation and automatic reversal
function. If the movement of the roller
sunblinds is blocked during the extending
procedure, the roller sunblinds will stop and
retract slightly.
The extending of the roller sunblinds can be
immediately halted by releasing the roof panel
switch or, if the roof panel switch was moved
past the resistance point and released, by
moving the roof panel switch in any direction.
Roof panel switch
:Retracting;Retracting=ExtendingXSwitch on the ignition.XRetracting/Extending: Move the roof
panel switch to the resistance point in the
required direction of arrow :, ; or =
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until the roller sunblinds have reached their
desired position.
XExpress operation: Move the roof panel
switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow :, ; or = and release.
The roller sunblinds retract/extend
completely.
XStopping during express operation:
Move the roof panel switch in any direction.
Opening and closing the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel
GObserve Safety notes, see page 56.GWarning!
When opening or closing the tilt/sliding panel,
make sure there is no danger of anyone being
harmed by the opening/closing procedure.
The tilt/sliding panel is equipped with the
express operation and automatic reversal
function. If the movement of the tilt/sliding
panel is blocked during the closing procedure,
the tilt/sliding panel will stop and open
slightly.
The tilt/sliding panel operates differently
when the roof panel switch is pressed and
held. See the “Closing when the tilt/sliding
panel is blocked” section in this chapter for
details.
The opening/closing procedure of the tilt/
sliding panel can be immediately halted by
releasing the roof panel switch or, if the roof
panel switch was moved past the resistance
point and released, by moving the roof panel
switch in any direction.
GWarning!
The panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel is
made out of glass. In the event of an accident,
the glass may shatter. This may result in an
opening in the roof.
In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing
their seat belts or not wearing them properly
may be thrown out of the opening. Such an
opening also presents a potential for injury for
occupants wearing their seat belts properly as
entire body parts or portions of them may
protrude from the passenger compartment.
! To avoid damaging the seals, do not
transport any objects with sharp edges
which can stick out of the tilt/sliding panel.
Do not open the tilt/sliding panel if there is
snow or ice on the roof, as this could result
in malfunctions.
! Please keep in mind that weather
conditions can sometimes change rapidly.
Make sure to close the tilt/sliding panel
when leaving the vehicle. If water enters
the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics
could be damaged which is not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Roof panel switch
:Raising;Opening=Closing
The tilt/sliding panel only operates with the
roller sunblinds retracted.
iYou can also open or close the tilt/sliding
panel using the SmartKey, see “Summer
opening feature” (Y page 107) or see
“Convenience closing feature”
(Y page 108).
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OpeningXOpening manually: Press and hold the
roof panel switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow ;.XRelease the roof panel switch when the
desired position is reached.XExpress operation: To open the tilt/
sliding panel completely, press the roof
panel switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow ; and release.XStopping during express operation:
Move the roof panel switch in any direction.
i When the tilt/sliding panel is open,
resonance noises may result in addition to
the usual wind noises. They are caused by
minimal pressure changes in the passenger
compartment. To reduce or eliminate these
noises, change the position of the tilt/
sliding panel or open a window slightly.
Raising
XRaising manually: Press and hold the roof
panel switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow :.XRelease the roof panel switch when the
desired position is reached.XExpress operation: To raise the tilt/
sliding panel completely, press the roof
panel switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow : and release.XStopping during express operation:
Move the roof panel switch in any direction.
i Express raising is not available when the
tilt/sliding panel is open. The tilt/sliding
panel must be closed first.
Closing
XClosing manually: Pull and hold the roof
panel switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow =.XRelease the roof panel switch when the
desired position is reached.XExpress operation: To close the tilt/
sliding panel completely, pull the roof panel
switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow = and release.XStopping during express operation:
Move the roof panel switch in any direction.
Closing when the tilt/sliding panel is
blocked
GWarning!
Make sure that nobody can become trapped
and be seriously or even fatally injured when
closing the tilt/sliding panel without
automatic reversal function.
If the movement of the tilt/sliding panel is
blocked during the closing procedure (e.g. by
ice or pollution), the tilt/sliding panel will stop
and open slightly.
XImmediately after the tilt/sliding panel has
stopped and opened because it was
blocked, pull and hold the roof panel switch
in direction of arrow = until the tilt/sliding
panel is fully closed.
If the tilt/sliding panel is blocked again and
opens slightly:
XImmediately after the tilt/sliding panel was
blocked and has opened, pull and hold the
roof panel switch in direction of arrow =
until the tilt/sliding panel is fully closed.
The tilt sliding panel closes without
automatic reversal function.GWarning!
Pulling and holding the roof panel switch to
close the tilt/sliding panel immediately after
it had been blocked two times will cause the
tilt/sliding panel to close without any reversal
function for as long as you hold the roof panel
switch.
Synchronizing
The tilt/sliding panel and roller sunblinds
must be synchronized after a malfunction or
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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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Ashtrays
Center console ashtray
iA storage compartment is located under
the ashtray insert.
! The storage compartment is not heat-
proof. When smoking always make sure the
ashtray insert is present and properly
inserted.
XOpening: Open cover : (Y page 203).XRemoving ashtray insert: Grab ashtray
insert ; on the sides and pull it up and out
in the direction indicated by arrows.
XReinstalling ashtray insert: Push ashtray
insert ; back into the frame until it
engages.
XClosing: Tap front of cover :.
Rear center console ashtray
XOpening: Press at top of cover ; briefly.
Cover ; opens automatically.
XRemoving ashtray insert: Push button
= to disengage ashtray insert : and
remove it.
XReinstalling ashtray insert: Push ashtray
insert : down into the retainer until it
engages.
Cigarette lighter
GObserve Safety notes, see page 56.GWarning!
Never touch the heating element or sides of
the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the
knob only.
Make sure any children traveling with you do
not injure themselves or start a fire with the
hot cigarette lighter.
If the engine is off and the cigarette lighter is
being used extensively, the vehicle battery
may become discharged.
XSwitch on the ignition.XOpen cover : (Y page 206).XPush in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ; will pop out
automatically when hot.
XTake out cigarette lighter ;.XReinsert cigarette lighter ; in its socket
after use.
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Maximum permissible tire inflation
pressure
This number is the greatest amount of air
pressure that should ever be put in the tire.
Normal occupant weight
The number of occupants the vehicle is
designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms
(150 lb).
Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at
their designated seating positions.
Production options weight
The combined weight of those installed
regular production options weighing over
5 lbs (2.3 kilograms) in excess of those
standard items which they replace, not
previously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim.
PSI (Pounds per square inch)
A standard unit of measure for air pressure.
Recommended tire inflation pressure
The recommended tire inflation pressure for
normal driving conditions is listed on the Tire
and Loading Information placard located on
the driver’s door B-pillar. It provides best
handling, tread life and riding comfort.
Supplemental information pertaining to
special driving situations can be found on the
tire inflation pressure label on the inside of
the fuel filler flap.
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated.
Sidewall
The portion of a tire between the tread and
the bead.
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by
tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in
recall situations or other safety matters
concerning tires and gives purchasers the
means to easily identify such tires. The TIN is
comprised of “Manufacturer’s identification
mark”, “Tire size”, “Tire type code” and “Date
of manufacture”.
Tire ply composition and material used
This indicates the number of plies or the
number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in
the tire tread and sidewall. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate the ply
materials in the tire and sidewall, which
include steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
Tire speed rating
Part of tire designation (speed symbol);
indicates the speed range for which a tire is
approved.
Total load limit
Rated cargo and luggage load plus
68 kilograms (150 lb) times the vehicle’s
designated seating capacity.
Traction
The adhesive friction of a tire on a surface on
which it moves. The amount of grip provided.
Tread
The portion of a tire that comes into contact
with the road.
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