2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E550 brake fluid

ATTENTION ASSIST ........................... 178
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 292
Switching on or off ......................... 138
Audio menu ........................................ 134
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 95
Automatic central locking .......... 80, 144
Automatic climate control see Climate control system
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 98
Automatic interior lighting control .. 103
Automatic locking when driving ...... 144
Automatic shift program .................. 120
Automatic transmission ................... 114
Automatic shift program ................120
Gear range indicator ......................120
Gear ranges ................................... 120
Gear selector lever ........................115
Hill-start assist system ..................160
Kickdown ....................................... 119
Kickdown (manual shift program) ..124
Manual shift program ..................... 122
One-touch gearshifting ..................121
Program mode indicator ................121
Program mode selector dial
(E 63 AMG) ............................ 121, 123
Program mode selector switch
(automatic shift program) ..............120
Shifting procedure .........................118
Steering wheel gearshift control ....122
Transmission position indicator .....118
Transmission positions ..................118
AUX socket ........................................ 201
Axle oils .............................................. 360
B
BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system .............46
Self-test ........................................... 47
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 300
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 250
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 63
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .................................................... 63
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition ..........................79
Replacing ....................................... 317
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 336
Charging ........................................ 337
Jump starting ................................. 338
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 284, 297
Bead (tire) .......................................... 250
Beverage holders see Cup holders
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine) ............................................... 333
Blind Spot Assist ............................... 175
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 281
Switching on or off ......................... 138
BlueTEC
AdBlue ®
tank ................................. 333
Brake Assist System
see BAS
Brake Assist System PLUS
see BAS PLUS
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 227
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 289
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 287
Brakes ................................................ 254
Ceramic brake system ...................256
High-performance brake system ....256
Parking brake ................................ 113
Warning lamp ................................. 305
Break-in period .................................. 220
Bug cover (Radiator) ......................... 224
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ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ...... 65
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 65
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................... 288, 289, 290
Warning lamp ................................. 309
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 52
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 65
Express operation
Panorama roof ............................... 195
Power windows .............................. 105
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................192
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 97
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 95
Parking position ............................... 95
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
F
Fastening the seat belts ..................... 50
First aid kit ......................................... 268
Flat tire ............................................... 323
Lowering the vehicle ......................328
Mounting the spare wheel .............323
Preparing the vehicle .....................323
Spare wheel ........................... 323, 358
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ...................329
Floormats ........................................... 217
Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid .........360
Brake fluid ..................................... 361
Capacities ...................................... 359
Engine coolant ............................... 361
Engine oil ....................................... 360
Power steering fluid .......................360
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 361
Fog lamps ............................................. 99
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 300, 302
Four-wheel drive
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
Front air bags
see Air bags
Front axle oil ...................................... 360
Front lamps
see Headlamps
Front passenger front air bag ............ 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 276
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada only) ..... 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) .......... 43, 314
Fuel ..................................................... 220
Additives ........................................ 364
Capacity, fuel tank .........................361
Diesel fuel ...................................... 363
Drive sensibly–safe fuel .................254
Fuel consumption statistics ...........130
Fuel filler flap and cap ...................222
Fuel tank reserve warning lamp .....310
Premium unleaded gasoline ...........362
Refueling ........................................ 220
Requirements ................................ 363
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 222
Opening manually ..........................316
Fuel gauge ......................................... 126
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 359
Fuel system, bleeding (diesel
engine) ............................................... 333
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 361
Fuel filler flap and cap ...................222
Refueling ........................................ 220
Fuses .................................................. 343
G
Garage door opener .................... 33, 212
Gasoline see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 250
Gear range ......................................... 120
Indicator ........................................ 120
Limiting .......................................... 122
Shifting into optimal ......................122
Gear selector lever ............................ 115
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Gearshift pattern ........................... 115
Shifting procedure .........................118
Transmission position indicator .....118
Transmission positions ..................118
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SRS .......................................... 36, 308
Turn signals ..................................... 29
Lane Keeping Assist .......................... 177
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 283
Switching on or off ......................... 138
LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)
see Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 301
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 265
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 97
Daytime running lamp mode ............98
Exterior ............................................ 97
Interior ........................................... 103
Limp-home mode .............................. 124
Load index (tires) ...................... 246, 250
Loading see Vehicle loading
Locator lighting ................................. 142
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 77
Manually ........................................ 315
SmartKey ......................................... 76
Loss of
Key .................................................. 79
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 346
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 98
Exterior lamp switch ........................97
Indicator lamp .................................. 30
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Switching on .................................... 98
Lubricants .......................................... 359
Lumbar support ................................... 89
M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................259
Service indicator message .............258
Service term exceeded ..................259
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 98
Manual shift program ....................... 122
Maximum engine speed see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 250
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 250
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 251
Mechanical key see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 201
Memory function ................................. 96
Menus see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel
Mirrors .................................................. 94
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 95
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 95
Exterior rear view mirrors ................95
Interior rear view mirror ...................94
Memory function .............................. 96
Vanity mirror .................................. 205
MOExtended system ......................... 329
MOExtended tires ..................... 329, 353
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 363
Motor Octane Number see MON
Multifunction display ........................ 128
Symbol messages ..........................287
Text messages ............................... 274
Vehicle status messages ...............272
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 288, 289
Active headlamps .......................... 299
Advanced TPMS ............................. 285
Air bags ......................................... 276
Air filter .......................................... 299
AIRMATIC ...................................... 292
Alternator .............................. 284, 297
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................292
Automatic
transmission .......................... 283, 284
Backrests ....................................... 293
Battery ................................... 284, 297
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 281
Brake fluid ..................................... 28912Index212_AKB; 2; 41, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-17T09:14:21+02:00 - Seite 12

Brake pads ..................................... 287
Child seat ...................................... 279
Coolant .......................................... 295
Corner-illuminating lamps ..............303
Cruise control ................................ 279
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 280
Doors ............................................. 293
EBP ................................................ 289
Engine oil ....................................... 298
ESC ............................... 288, 289, 290
Fog lamps .............................. 300, 302
Front passenger front air bag ........276
Gas cap .......................................... 298
High-beam lamps ........................... 301
Hood .............................................. 293
Lane Keeping Assist ......................283
License plate lamps .......................301
Light sensor ................................... 302
Low-beam lamps ............................ 302
Parking brake ................................ 289
Parking lamps ................................ 301
Power steering ............................... 295
PRE-SAFE ®
.................................... 274
Radar sensors ................................ 282
Reserve fuel ................................... 298
Reverse lamp ................................. 300
Side marker lamps .........................300
SmartKey ....................................... 293
SRS ................................................ 290
Tele Aid .......................................... 290
Tire inflation pressure ............284, 304
Tire pressure monitor ....................285
Tires ...................................... 284, 304
Trunk ............................................. 293
Turn signals ................................... 303
Washer fluid ................................... 294
Multifunction steering wheel
Adjustment ...................................... 93
Buttons .......................................... 126
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Easy-entry/exit feature ...........93, 145
Gearshift control ............................ 122
Heating ............................................ 94
Memory function .............................. 96
Overview .......................................... 30N
Navigation system see Separate operating instructions
Navi menu .......................................... 134
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ............................................. 54
Resetting ....................................... 316
Nets, parcel ....................................... 199
Night View Assist Plus ...................... 172
Cleaning the windshield in front of
the camera .................................... 263
Normal occupant weight .................. 251
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) ................................................... 346
O
Occupant Classification System see OCS (Occupant Classification
System)
Occupant distribution ....................... 251
Occupant safety
Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ .................................... 46
Children and air bags .......................37
Children in the vehicle .....................56
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX) ........................................... 59
Fastening the seat belts ................... 50
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........43, 314
Infant and child restraint systems .... 56
Introduction ..................................... 36
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) ..................................... 59
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 43
PRE-SAFE ®
....................................... 53
Seat belts .................................. 39, 48
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................................ 43
Self-test ........................................... 46
Odometer ........................................... 129
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T
Tachometer .................................. 28, 126
Overspeed range ........................... 126
Tail lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 262
Tar stains ........................................... 261
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant ............362
Brake fluid ..................................... 362
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 359
Coolant .......................................... 365
Engine oil additives ........................362
Engine oils ..................................... 361
Fuel requirements .......................... 363
Gasoline additives .......................... 364
Identification labels .......................346
Premium unleaded gasoline ...........362
Rims and tires ................................ 353
Spare wheel ................................... 358
Vehicle specification E 350 ............ 348
Vehicle specification
E 350 4MATIC ................................ 349
Vehicle specification
E 350 BlueTEC ............................... 348
Vehicle specification E 550 ............ 350
Vehicle specification
E 550 4MATIC ................................ 351
Vehicle specification E 63 AMG .....352
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 361, 367
Technical data (dimensions)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (electrical system)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (engine)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
Tele Aid ............................................... 207
Emergency calls ............................. 208
Information button .........................210
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 209
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Remote door lock .......................... 212Remote door unlock ......................211
Roadside Assistance button ..........210
Search & Send ............................... 211
SOS button .................................... 209
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ..212
System self-test ............................. 208
Telephone ............................................. 30
Answering/ending a call ................136
Hands-free microphone ...................33
Menu ............................................. 135
Operation ....................................... 135
Phone book .................................... 136
Redialing ........................................ 137
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 125
Interior temperature ......................186
Outside .......................................... 126
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Through-loading feature ................... 198
Tie-down rings ................................... 199
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 328
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 251
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 237
Tire and loading terminology ........... 249
TIREFIT ............................................... 329
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ........................................ 231
Important notes on ........................230
Label on the inside of fuel filler
flap ................................................ 230
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar .....237
Tire labeling ....................................... 245
Tire load rating .................................. 250
Tire ply composition and material
used .................................................... 251
Tire pressure loss warning system . 232
Tire repair kit see TIREFIT
Tires ........................................... 228, 353
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ............................................ 233Index17212_AKB; 2; 41, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-17T09:14:21+02:00 - Seite 17

V
Valet locking ........................................ 85
Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 336
Care ............................................... 260
Control system .............................. 126
Identification Number (VIN) ...........346
Locking/unlocking ........................... 76
Lowering (wheel change) ...............328
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 22
Towing ........................................... 340
Unlocking/locking manually ..........314
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 346
Vehicle jack see Jack
Vehicle level control
see AIRMATIC
Vehicle lighting .................................... 97
Vehicle loading
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 199
Instructions .................................... 197
Load limit ....................................... 238
Roof rack ....................................... 198
Split rear seat bench .....................199
Terminology ................................... 249
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 252
Vehicle specification
E 350 ............................................. 348
E 350 4MATIC ................................ 349
E 350 BlueTEC ............................... 348
E 550 ............................................. 350
E 550 4MATIC ................................ 351
E 63 AMG ...................................... 352
Vehicle status message memory .... 139
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 268
Vehicle washing see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification W
Warning sounds
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 151
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt .....52
Parking brake ................................ 289
Parking Guidance ........................... 170
Parktronic system ..........................168
Seat belt telltale ............................ 307
Warranty coverage ............................ 346
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 367
Washer fluid
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 294
Mixing ratio .................................... 367
Refilling .......................................... 227
Washing the vehicle .......................... 260
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 244
Weights (vehicle) see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 323
Removing ....................................... 326
Spare ............................................. 323
Tightening torque ........................... 328
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 353
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 228
Window curtain air bags ..................... 42
Windows see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 264
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 264
Washer fluid ................................... 367
Wipers ........................................... 104
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades ..................322
Winter cover .............................. 224, 252
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 253
Radiator cover ............................... 252
Snow chains .................................. 252
Tires ............................................... 252
Winter tires ................................ 252, 353
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! If you have set intermittent wiping, dirt on
the surface of the rain sensor or optical
effects may cause the windshield wipers to
wipe in an undesired fashion. This could
then damage the windshield wiper blades
or scratch the windshield. You should
therefore switch off the windshield wipers
when weather conditions are dry.XTurn the combination switch to position
Ä or Å .
After the initial wipe, pauses between
wipes are controlled by the rain sensor
automatically.
Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the
vehicle is at a standstill and a front door is
opened. This protects persons getting into or
out of the vehicle from being sprayed.
Intermittent wiping will be continued when all
doors are closed and
R the automatic transmission is in drive
position D or reverse gear R
or
R the wiper setting is changed using the
combination switch
Single wipe
XPress the combination switch briefly in
direction of arrow B to the resistance
point.
The windshield wipers wipe one time
without washer fluid.
Wiping with washer fluid
XPress the combination switch in direction
of arrow B past the resistance point.
The windshield wipers operate with washer
fluid.
i To prevent smears on the windshield or
noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with
washer fluid every now and then even when
it is raining.
For information on filling up the washer
reservoir, see “Washer system and headlamp
cleaning system” ( Y page 227).
For information on cleaning the headlamps
with washer fluid, see “Headlamp cleaning
system” ( Y page 102).
Problems with wipers
! If anything blocks the windshield wipers
(leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off
immediately.
For safety reasons, do the following before
attempting to remove any blockage:
R Stop the vehicle in a safe location.
R Remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
or
R Turn off the engine by pressing the
KEYLESS-GO start/stop button and
open the driver’s door (with the driver’s
door open, starter switch is in position
0 , same as with SmartKey removed from
starter switch).
R Engage the parking brake.
R Remove blockage.
R Turn the windshield wipers on again.
If the windshield wipers fail to function at
all with the combination switch in position
Ä or Å ,
R set the combination switch to the next
higher wiper speed
R have the windshield wipers checked at
the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center
Power windows
Opening and closing
The door windows are opened and closed
electrically. The switches for all door windows
are located on the driver’s door control panel.
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The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand
side of the vehicle towards the rear.
XTurn off the engine.
iLeaving the engine running and the fuel
filler cap open can cause the yellow engine
malfunction indicator lamp ; to
illuminate.
For more information, see also “Practical
hints” (Y page 310).
XRemove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
KEYLESS-GO: Open the driver’s door. This
puts the starter switch in position 0, same
as with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch. The driver’s door then can
be closed again.
XOpening: Press fuel filler flap : at the
point indicated by the arrow.
XTurn fuel filler cap ; counterclockwise.XTake off fuel filler cap ;.
! The fuel filler cap is tethered to the fuel
filler neck. Do not drop the cap. It could
damage the vehicle paint finish.
XPlace fuel filler cap ; in direction of arrow
into holder =.
XFully insert filler nozzle unit and refuel.XOnly fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit
cuts out – do not top off or overfill.
XClosing: Turn fuel filler cap ; clockwise
until it audibly engages.
iClose the fuel filler flap before locking the
vehicle. Otherwise the flap locking pin will
prevent closing the fuel filler flap.
XClose fuel filler flap :.
Low outside temperatures (diesel
engine)
! Do not fill the tank with gasoline. Do not
blend diesel fuel with gasoline or kerosene.
The fuel system and engine will otherwise
be damaged, which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with
improved cold flow characteristics is offered
in the winter months. Check with your fuel
retailer.
Check regularly and before a long trip
For information on quantities and
requirements of operating agents, see “Fuels,
coolants, lubricants, etc.” (Y page 359).
Check the following:
REngine oil level (Y page 224)
RTire inflation pressure (Y page 231)
RCoolant level (Y page 226)
RVehicle lighting (Y page 318)
RWasher system and headlamp cleaning
system (Y page 227)
RBrake fluid (Y page 227)
222At the gas stationOperation
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