2011 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class COUPE fuel reserve

ReportingMalfunctions relevant to safety ........ 21
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 229
Warning lamp ................................. 245
Residual heat
Switching on/off ........................... 144
Restraint systems
see SRS
Reversing lamp (display message) .. 225
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 19
Roll bar Display message ............................ 215
Operation ......................................... 50
Roller blind
see Roller sunblind
Roller sunblind
Opening/closing ............................ 102
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel .................................. 102
Rear window .................................. 256
Roof
see Soft top
Roof carrier ................................ 254, 255
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 284
Route see Route guidance (on-board
computer)
Route guidance (on-board
computer) .......................................... 203
S
Safety Children in the vehicle .....................58
Child restraint systems ....................59
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 42
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 34
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt .........................56
Automatic comfort-fit feature ..........58
Belt force limiters ............................ 57
Cleaning ......................................... 284
Correct usage .................................. 53
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 57
Fastening ......................................... 54
Important safety guidelines .............53
Releasing ......................................... 56
Safety guidelines ............................. 35
Special seat belt retractor ...............61
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ......................211
Warning lamp ................................. 241
Warning lamp (function) ................... 56
Seat heating
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ..........112
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ...................108
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support .......................................... 111
Adjusting the head restraint ..........108
Cleaning the cover .........................283
Correct driver's seat position ........106
Important safety notes ..................107
Multicontour seat .......................... 110
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 116
Switching AIRSCARF on/off ..........112
Switching seat heating on/off .......111
Switching the seat ventilation on/
off .................................................. 112
Seat ventilation
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) ..........112
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 282
Service indicator see Service interval display
Service interval display .................... 276
Displaying a service message (on-
board computer) ............................ 277
Service menu (on-board computer) . 208
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 338
Capacities ...................................... 335
Coolant (engine) ............................ 338
Engine oil ....................................... 337
Fuel ................................................ 335
Important safety notes ..................334
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Individual settings (on-board
computer) ...................................... 208
Loading .......................................... 314
Lowering ........................................ 292
Maintenance .................................... 19
Parking up ..................................... 166
Raising ........................................... 290
Reporting problems .........................21
Towing away .................................. 298
Tow-starting ................................... 298
Transporting .................................. 299
Vehicle data
see Technical data
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 333
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 287
Video (DVD) ........................................ 205
Video DVD (on-board computer) ...... 205
VIN ...................................................... 333
W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 243
Brakes ........................................... 240
Check Engine ................................. 245
Coolant .......................................... 246
ESP ®
.............................................. 243
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 244
Fuel tank ........................................ 245
Overview .......................................... 27
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp (only Canada) ...........47
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp (only USA) ................42
Reserve fuel ................................... 245
Seat belt ........................................ 241
SRS ................................................ 244
Tire pressure monitor ....................247
Warranty ............................................ 332
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 292
Wheel chock ...................................... 289
Wheels Changing/replacing .......................320
Changing a wheel .......................... 289
Checking ........................................ 305
Cleaning ......................................... 279
Guidelines to be observed .............305
Mounting a wheel .......................... 292
Removing a wheel ..........................291
Tightening torque ........................... 292
Wheel size/tire size .......................327
Wind deflector
see AIRCAP
Wind deflector (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 280
Window curtain air bag Display message ............................ 216
Operation ......................................... 41
Windows
see Side windows
Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 281
Wind screen ......................................... 96
Wind screen (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 280
Windshield Defrosting ...................................... 142
Windshield washer fluid (display
message) ............................................ 238
Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid .......................275
Notes ............................................. 339
Windshield wipers
Important safety notes ..................129
Replacing the wiper blades ............130
Switching on/off ........................... 129
Troubleshooting ............................. 130
Winter operation ............................... 171
Winter tires M+S tires ....................................... 170
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 281Index17BA 207 USA, CA Edition B 2011; 1; 3, en-USd2sboikeVersion: 3.0.3.62010-05-20T10:38:09+02:00 - Seite 17

Warning and indicator lampsFunctionPage:ESP®
OFF243;Fog lamp122=Rear fog lamp122?Turn signal122AESP ®243BDistance warning lamp247CTurn signal122DSeat belt241ESRS244FunctionPageFEngine diagnostics245GBrakes (Canada only)240HTire pressure monitor247ICoolant246JBrakes (USA only)240KABS243LHigh beam122MLow beam121NReserve fuel245Instrument cluster27At a glanceBA 207 USA, CA Edition B 2011; 1; 3, en-USd2sboikeVersion: 3.0.3.62010-05-20T10:38:09+02:00 - Seite 27

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCThere is only a small amount of fuel in the fuel tank.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.8
Fuel Level LowThe fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.8
Gas Cap LooseThe fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.XIf the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler
cap.XIf the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist
workshop.
Driving systems
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsÀ
Attention Assist
Drowsiness
DetectedBased on specific criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has determined
tiredness or a decrease in attention. A warning tone also sounds.XIf necessary, take a break.
During long journeys, take regular breaks in good time so you get
enough rest.
À
Attention Assist
InoperativeATTENTION ASSIST has failed.XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.HOLD
OffThe HOLD function is deactivated. The vehicle is skidding.
A warning tone also sounds.XReactivate the HOLD function later.A condition for activation is no longer met when the brake pedal
is firmly depressed.
A warning tone also sounds.XCheck the activation conditions for the HOLD function
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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.
Engine
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions;
The yellow Check
Engine warning lamp
lights up while the
engine is running.There may be a malfunction, for example:
R in the engine management
R in the fuel injection system
R in the exhaust system
R in the ignition system
R the fuel system
The emission limit values may have been exceeded and the engine
may be breaking in emergency mode.XHave the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop.
i In some states, you are required by law to visit a qualified
specialist workshop as soon as the Check Engine warning lamp
lights up. If necessary, check whether this is the case in the
state you are in.
8
The yellow reserve fuel
warning lamp flashes
while the engine is
running.The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.XIf the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler
cap.XIf the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist
workshop.8
The yellow reserve fuel
warning lamp lights up
while the engine is
running. The amount of fuel in the tank has dropped into the reserve range.XRefuel at the nearest gas station.Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster245On-board computer and displaysBA 207 USA, CA Edition B 2011; 1; 3, en-USd2sboikeVersion: 3.0.3.62010-05-20T10:38:09+02:00 - Seite 245Z

CapacitiesVehicle modelCapacityFuel, coolant,
lubricants etc.Engine oil and
filterE 3508.5 US qt (8.0 l)Approved engine
oilsE 5509.0 US qt (8.5 l)Power steeringAll modelsApproximately 0.85 US qt
(0.8 l)MB power steering
fluid or approved
Dexron III ATFCooling systemE 350Approximately 8.9 US qt
(8.4 l)MB 325.0 corrosion
inhibitor/antifreeze
agentE 550Approximately 8.0 US qt
(7.6 l)Tank capacityAll models17.4 US gal. (66.0 l)Premium-grade
unleaded gasoline
(at least 91 octane,
average value
between 96 RON/
86 MON)ReserveAll modelsApproximately 2.1 US gal.
(8.0 l)Air-
conditioning
systemAll models—Refrigerant R134a
and special PAG
lubricant (never
R 12)Windshield/
headlamp
cleaning
systemAll models3.1 US qt (3.5 l)MB windshield
washer
concentrate 33
( Y page 339)
Mixing ratio for
washer fluid
( Y page 339)Fuel
Important safety notesGWarning
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking
materials near gasoline.
Turn off the engine before refueling.
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing
contact.33 Mixed with water or premixed washer fluid with antifreeze protection.Service products and capacities335Technical dataBA 207 USA, CA Edition B 2011; 1; 3, en-USd2sboikeVersion: 3.0.3.62010-05-20T10:38:09+02:00 - Seite 335Z