2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E550 Sport

radio, and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed
equipment (whether installed or not).
Air pressure
The amount of air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch of the tire. Air
pressure is expressed in pounds per square
inch (psi), kilopascal (kPa), or bar.
Aspect ratio
Dimensional relationship between tire
section height and section width expressed
in percentage.
Bar
Metric unit for air pressure. There are
14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to
1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar.
Bead
The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by
steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire inflation pressure when your vehicle has
been sitting for at least 3 hours or driven no
more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment including the maximum capacity
of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped,
air conditioning and additional optional
equipment, but without passengers and
cargo.
DOT (Department of Transportation)
A tire branding symbol which denotes the tire
meets requirements of the U.S. Department
of Transportation.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle
weight. The gross vehicle weight on each axle
must never exceed the GAWR for the front
and rear axle indicated on the certification
label located on the driver’s door B-pillar.
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
The GVW comprises the weight of the vehicle
including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed
accessories, passengers and cargo and, if
applicable, trailer tongue load. The GVW must
never exceed the GVWR indicated on the
certification label located on the driver’s door
B-pillar.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
This is the maximum permissible vehicle
weight of the fully loaded vehicle (weight of
the vehicle including all options, passengers,
fuel, and cargo and, if applicable, trailer
tongue load). It is indicated on the
certification label located on the driver’s door
B-pillar.
Kilopascal (kPa)
Metric unit for air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa
to 1 psi; another metric unit for air pressure
is bar. There are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to
1 bar.
Load index
Numerical code associated with the
maximum load a tire can support.
Maximum load rating
The maximum load in kilograms and pounds
that can be carried by the tire.
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of curb weight, accessory weight,
total load limit, and production options
weight.
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iAfter 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sounding and the
seat belt telltale illuminates continuously. The seat belt telltale will only go out if both, the
driver and front passenger’s seat belt are fastened, or the vehicle is standing still and a front
door is opened.ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions6The red SRS
indicator lamp
comes on while
driving.There is a malfunction in the restraint systems. The air bags or
Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly
or fail to activate in an accident.XDrive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.GWarning!
In the event a malfunction of the SRS is
indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not
be operational.
For your safety, we strongly recommend that
you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center immediately to have the system
checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be
activated when needed in an accident, which
could result in serious or fatal injury, or it
might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily
which could also result in injury.ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsåThe yellow ESC
OFF warning
lamp comes on
while the engine
is running.The ESC has been switched off.
Risk of accident!
When the ESC is switched off it will not stabilize the vehicle if the
system recognizes that the vehicle starts to skid or that a wheel
is spinning.XSwitch the ESC back on.
Exceptions: All models except E 63 AMG (Y page 66), E 63 AMG
( Y page 68).XIf leaving the ESC switched off, adapt your speed and driving to
the prevailing road and weather conditions.XIf the ESC cannot be switched back on: Have the system
checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.ìE 63 AMG only:
The yellow ESC
SPORT warning
lamp comes on
while the engine
is running.ESC SPORT is activated.
Risk of accident!
When ESC SPORT is activated it will only stabilize the vehicle to a
limited extent if the system recognizes that the vehicle starts to
skid or that a wheel is spinning.XSwitch the ESC SPORT off ( Y page 67).
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Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency
and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s
handling and stopping ability. Please note that
the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver’s
responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if underinflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the
TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
USA only:
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly. The
TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately 1 minute and thenremain continuously illuminated. This
sequence will continue upon subsequent
vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
exists. When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be able to
detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of
incompatible replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always
check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your
vehicle to ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.
Lamp in center console
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCanada only:
45
The front passenger
front air bag off
indicator lamp
illuminates and
remains illuminated
( Y page 47).A BabySmart TM
child seat is installed on the front passenger seat.
Therefore the front passenger front air bag is switched off.The system is malfunctioning when there is no BabySmart TM
child
seat installed on the front passenger seat.XHave the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.Canada only:
45
The front passenger
front air bag off
indicator lamp does not
illuminate or does not
remain illuminated with
a BabySmart TM
child
seat properly installed
on the passenger seat.The system is malfunctioning.XMake sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat.XCheck installation of the child seat ( Y page 58).
If the front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out:
XHave the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Do not use the BabySmart TM
restraint to transport children on the
front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
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ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsUSA only:
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The front passenger
front air bag off
indicator lamp
illuminates and
remains illuminated
with the weight of a
typical adult or
someone larger than a
small individual on the
front passenger seat.The system is malfunctioning.XHave the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.XRead and observe messages in the multifunction display and
follow corrective steps ( Y page 272).GWarning!
If the 45 indicator lamp illuminates
and remains illuminated with the weight of a
typical adult or someone larger than a small
individual on the front passenger seat, do not
have any passenger use the front passenger
seat until the system has been repaired.ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsUSA only:
45
The front passenger
front air bag off
indicator lamp does not
illuminate and/or does
not remain illuminated
with the weight of a
typical 12-month-old
child in a standard child
restraint or less on the
front passenger seat.The system is malfunctioning.XMake sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat
and check installation of the child seat.XMake sure no objects applying supplemental weight onto the
seat are present.XIf the front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains
out, have the system checked as soon as possible at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on
the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.XRead and observe messages in the multifunction display and
follow corrective steps ( Y page 272).GWarning!
If the 45 indicator lamp does not
illuminate or remains out with the weight of a
typical 12-month-old child in a standard child
restraint or less on the front passenger seat,
do not transport a child on the front
passenger seat until the system has been
repaired.
Unlocking/locking manually
Unlocking the vehicle
If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the
SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock the
driver’s door and the trunk using the
mechanical key.
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XConnect negative terminal ? of charged
battery B with negative terminal A with
a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to
negative terminal ? of charged battery
B first.XStart engine of the vehicle with the
discharged battery and run at idle speed.
You can now turn on the electrical
consumers. Do not switch on the
headlamps under any circumstances.XRemove the jumper cables from negative
terminals ? and A first.XRemove the jumper cables from positive
terminals ; and =.
You can now switch on the headlamps.XSlide cover : from positive terminal =
back.XHave the battery checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Towing the vehicle
Safety notes
GWarning!
The vehicle is braked when the HOLD function
or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. Therefore,
deactivate the HOLD function or DISTRONIC
PLUS if the vehicle is to be towed.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle
be transported with all wheels off the ground
using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly
equipment. This method is preferable to other
types of towing.
! To prevent damage during transport, do
not tie down vehicle by its chassis or
suspension parts.
If circumstances do not permit the
recommended towing methods, the vehicle
may be towed with all wheels on the ground
or front axle raised (except vehicles with
4MATIC) only so far as necessary to have the
vehicle moved to a safe location where the
recommended towing methods can be
employed.
! Before towing the vehicle observe the
following instructions:
R Do not tow-start the vehicle. You could
otherwise seriously damage the
automatic transmission which is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
R Do not tow with sling-type equipment.
Towing with sling-type equipment over
bumpy roads will damage radiator and
supports.
R Towing of the vehicle should only be
done using the properly installed towing
eye bolt. Never attach a tow cable, tow
rope or tow rod to the vehicle chassis,
frame or suspension parts.GWarning!
With the engine not running, there is no power
assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to keep
in mind that a considerably higher degree of
effort is necessary to brake and steer the
vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.
! Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly or
diagonally, since it could result in damage
to the chassis alignment.
! Do not use the towing eye bolt for
recovery, as this could damage the vehicle.
If in doubt, recover the vehicle with a crane.
i If the battery is disconnected or
discharged
R the SmartKey will not turn in the starter
switch
R the automatic transmission will remain in
park position P
For more information see “Battery”
( Y page 336) or “Jump starting”
( Y page 338).
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Same size tiresE 350 Luxury BlueTEC35E 350 BlueTEC3617"
wheelsRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8.0 J x 17 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)8.0 J x 17 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)All-season tires 37245/45 R17 95H M+S
MOExtended 38245/45 R17 99H XL
(Extra Load) M+SWinter tires 37,39245/45 R17 99V XL
(Extra Load) M+S i
MOExtended 38245/45 R17 99H XL
(Extra Load) M+S iE 350 Sport BlueTEC 35E 350 BlueTEC3617"
wheelsRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8.5 J x 17 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)8.5 J x 17 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)All-season tires 37245/45 R17 95H M+S
MOExtended 38245/45 R17 99H XL
(Extra Load) M+SWinter tires 37,39245/45 R17 99V XL
(Extra Load) M+S i
MOExtended 38245/45 R17 99H XL
(Extra Load) M+S iE 350 Luxury35
E 550 Luxury 3517"
wheelsRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8.0 J x 17 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)All-season tires 37245/45 R17 99H XL (Extra Load) M+SWinter tires37,39245/45 R17 99H XL (Extra Load) M+S
i35
USA only.
36 Canada only.
37 Radial-ply tires.
38 Must be used in conjunction with tire pressure loss warning system or Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring
System only.
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E 350 4MATIC36
E 350 Luxury 4MATIC 3518"
wheelsRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8.5 J x 18 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)All-season tires 37245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+SWinter tires37,39245/40 R18 97H XL (Extra Load) M+S
iE 350 4MATIC (Sport Package)36
E 350 Sport 4MATIC 35
E 550 4MATIC 36
E 550 Sport 4MATIC 3518"
wheelsAMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8.5 J x 18 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)All-season tires 37245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load) M+SWinter tires37,39245/40 R18 97H XL (Extra Load) M+S
i
Mixed size tires
E 350 Sport4018" wheelsFront axleRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8.5 J x 18 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)All-season tires 41245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load)
M+SRear axleRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset9.0 J x 18 H2
2.13 in (54 mm)All-season tires 41,42265/35 R18 97V XL (Extra Load)
M+S36 Canada only.
35 USA only.
37 Radial-ply tires.
39 Not available as factory equipment.
40 USA only.
41 Radial-ply tires.
42 Must not be used with snow chains.356Rims and tiresTechnical data
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E 350 Sport40
E 550 Sport 4018" wheelsFront axleAMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8.5 J x 18 H2
1.89 in (48 mm)All-season tires 41245/40 R18 97V XL (Extra Load)
M+SRear axleAMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset9.0 J x 18 H2
2.13 in (54 mm)All-season tires 41,42265/35 R18 97V XL (Extra Load)
M+SE 63 AMG18" wheelsFront axleAMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset9.0 J x 18 H2
1.46 in (37 mm)Summer tires 41,43255/40 ZR18 (99Y) XL (Extra Load)
MO1Rear axleAMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset9.5 J x 18 H2
2.05 in (52 mm)Summer tires 41,42,43285/35 ZR18 (101Y) XL (Extra
Load) MO1E 63 AMG
E 63 AMG (Performance Package)18" wheelsFront axleAMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset9.0 J x 18 H2
1.46 in (37 mm)Winter tires 41,43,44255/40 R18 99V XL (Extra Load)
M+S iRear axleAMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset9.5 J x 18 H2
2.05 in (52 mm)Winter tires 41,43,44255/40 R18 99V XL (Extra Load)
M+S i40
USA only.
41 Radial-ply tires.
42 Must not be used with snow chains.
43 Must not be used on vehicles that are equipped with ceramic composite brake disks.
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