2011 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS ESTATE sunroof

This helps to prevent damage to the vehi-
cle.
Position the load on the roof carrier in such
a way that the vehicle will not sustain dam-
age even when it is in motion.
Make sure that if the roof carrier is fitted:
R the sliding sunroof/panorama sliding
sunroof can be fully raised, depending on
the vehicle's equipment.
R the boot lid/ tailgate can be fully opened.
R the aerial on the roof does not touch the
roof carrier.
! To avoid damaging or scratching the cov-
ers, do not use metallic or hard objects to
open them.
Attaching the roof carrier (Saloon) Vehicles with a steel roof or sliding sunroof (illus-
tration) Vehicles with a panorama sliding sunroof
X
Open covers :carefully in the direction of
the arrow.
X Fold covers :upwards. X
Only secure the roof carrier to the anchor-
age points under covers :.
X Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Attaching the roof carrier (Estate) X
Secure the roof carrier to the roof rails.
X Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions. Features
Cup holders
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Keep the cup holder closed while the vehicle
is in motion .Otherwise, vehicle occupants
could be injured by objects being thrown
around if you:
R brake sharply
R change directio nsuddenly
R are involved in an accident
Only use the cup holders for containers of a
suitable size and which have lids. The drinks
could otherwise spill.
Cup holders should no tbe used for hot drinks.
You may otherwise scald yourself.
Cup holder in the front centre console You can remove the cup holder to clean it.
Clean the cup holder with clean, lukewarm
water only. Features
307Stowing and features Z

Care of the exterior
Automatic car wash G
WARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after washing
the vehicle .This could cause an accident. For
this reason, following a car wash, drive with
particular care until the brakes are dry. G
WARNING
The vehicle is braked when the HOLD function
or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. Therefore,
deactivate the HOLD function and DISTRONIC
PLUS before the vehicle is washed in an auto-
matic car wash.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
Wash off excess dirt before cleaning the vehi-
cle in an automatic car wash.
! In car washes with a towing mechanism,
make sure that the automatic transmission
is in transmission position N; otherwise,
the vehicle could be damaged.
R Vehicles with DIRECT SELECT lever and
key:
do not remove the key from the ignition
lock. Do not open the driver's door or
front-passenger door when the engine is
switched off. Otherwise, the automatic
transmission selects park position P
automatically and locks the wheels. You
can prevent this by shifting the auto-
matic transmission to Nbeforehand.
R Vehicles with DIRECT SELECT lever and
KEYLESS-GO:
do not open the driver's door or front-
passenger door when the engine is
switched off. Otherwise, the automatic
transmission selects park position P
automatically and locks the wheels.
Observe the following to make sure that the
automatic transmission on vehicles with
DIRECT SELECT stays in position N:X
Make sure the vehicle is stationary and the
ignition is switched off.
X Turn the key to position 2(Ypage 155) in
the ignition lock.
Use the key instead of the Start/Stop but-
ton on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO.
X Depress and hold the brake pedal.
X Shift the automatic transmission to posi-
tion N.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Release the parking brake.
X Switch off the ignition and leave the key in
the ignition lock.
! Make sure that:
R the side windows and sliding sunroof are
closed completely.
R the blower for the ventilation/heating is
switched off (OFF button is depressed).
R the windscreen wiper switch is at posi-
tion 0.
The vehicle could otherwise be damaged.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off
wax from the windscreen and the wiper
blades. This will prevent smears and reduce
wiping noises caused by residue on the wind-
screen.
Washing by hand In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements for each indi-
vidual country.
X
Do not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
X Use a soft sponge to clean.
X Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
X Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a
gentle jet of water.
X Do not point the water jet directly towards
the air inlet.
X Use plenty of water and rinse out the
sponge frequently. Care
327Maintenance and care Z

H
Environmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. For these, the same war-
ranty applies as for new parts.
Always specify the vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN) (Y page 382) and the engine num-
ber (Y page 383) when ordering genuine
Mercedes-Ben zparts. Vehicle electronics
Tampering with the engine electron-
ics
G
WARNING
Always have work on the engine electronics
and related components carried out at a quali-
fied specialist workshop. Otherwise, the vehi-
cle's operating safety could be affected.
! Only have work carried out on the engine
electronics and its associated parts, such
as control units, sensors and connector
leads, at a qualified specialist workshop.
Vehicle components may otherwise wear
more quickly and the vehicle's operating
permit may be invalidated. Retrofitting of two-way radios and
mobile phones (RF transmitters)
Use the Technical Specification
ISO/TS 21609 41
implementation regulation
when retrofitting RF (radio frequency) trans-
mitters.
If your vehicle has fittings for two-way radio
equipment, use the power supply or aerial
connections intended for use with the basic
wiring. Be sure to observe the manufacturer's
additional instructions when installing. !
Have aftermarket radio frequency trans-
mitting equipmen tinstalled at a qualified
specialist workshop.
The transmission outpu tatthe aerial base
must not exceed the maximum values below. Waveband Maximum
transmission
output (PEAK) Short wave (f < 54 MHz) 100 W
4 m waveband 30 W
2 m waveband 50 W
trunked radio/Tetra 35 W
70 cm waveband 35 W
GSM/DCS/PCS
850/900/1800/1900 10 W
UMTS/LTE 10 W
The following aerial positions may be used if
RF transmitters have been properly installed:
Saloon
:
Front roof area 42, 43
; Rear roof area 43
= Rear wing 44
? Boot lid
41 ISO/TS 21609 –Technical Specification for Road Vehicles (EMC) guidelines for installation of aftermarket
radio frequency transmitting equipment.
42 Vehicles with a sliding sunroof: observe the roof's sweep.
43 Vehicles with a panorama sliding sunroof: this area is not permitted.
44 Recommended installation position: on the side which faces the centre of the road. Vehicle electronics
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Estate
:
Front roof area 42, 43
; Rear roo farea
= Rearw ing44 G
WARNING
Incorrect retrofitting of RF transmitters can
cause the vehicle electronics to malfunction.
The vehicle's operating safety and thus your
own safety are impaired.
Have aftermarket radio frequency transmit-
ting equipmen tinstalled at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. G
WARNING
Incorrect retrofitting of RF transmitters can
lead to increased electromagneti cradiation in
the vehicle interior. Using an exterio raerial
takes into account current scientific discus-
sions relating to the possible health hazards
that may result from electromagnetic fields.
Have aftermarket radio frequency transmit-
ting equipment installed at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Deviations with respect to aerial locations,
output and frequencies must be approved by
Mercedes-Benz. The following can be used in the vehicle with-
out restrictions:
R
RF transmitters with amaximum transmis-
sion output of up to 100 mW
R mobile phones (GSM/DCS/PCS/UMTS/
LTE)
There is no restriction for aerial positions in
the outer area of the vehicle for the following
wavebands:
R trunked radio/Tetra
R 70 cm waveband
R GSM/DCS/PCS
R UMTS/LTE
! The operating permit may be invalidated
if the instructions for installatio nand use of
RF transmitters are not observed, e.g.
approved wavebands, maximu moutput
and aerial positions on the vehicle. Vehicle identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) and
paint code number
X
Open the fron tright-hand door.
You will see vehicle identification plate :.
42 Vehicles with a sliding sunroof: observe the roof's sweep.
43 Vehicles with a panorama sliding sunroof: this area is not permitted.
44 Recommended installation position: on the side which face sthe centre of the road. 382
Vehicle identification platesTechnical data