2012 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS CABRIOLET Owners Manual

Always pay attentio
nto the instructions and
safety notices in "Changing a wheel"
(Y page 346).
Only use wheel bolts that have been designed
for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea-
sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use wheel bolts which have been
approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the
respective wheel. Positioning a wheel (example: vehicle with emer-
gency spare wheel)
X Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact
surfaces.
X Slide the wheel to be mounted onto the
centring pin and push it on.
X Tighten the wheel bolts until they are fin-
ger-tight.
X Unscrew the centring pin.
X Tighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger-
tight.
Lowering the vehicle G
WARNING
The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts
and bolts are not tightened to the specified
tightening torque. There is a risk of accident.
Have the tightening torque immediately
checked at a qualified specialist workshop
after a wheel is changed. Tightening wheel bolts (example: vehicle with
emergency spare wheel)
X Turn the crank of the jack anti-clockwise
until the vehicle is once again standing
firmly on the ground.
X Place the jack to one side.
X Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a cross-
wise pattern in the sequence indicated
(: toA). The tightening torque must be
130 Nm.
X Turn the jack back to its initial position.
X Stow the jack and the rest of the vehicle
tools in the boot again.
X Vehicles with AMG equipment: insert the
cover into the outer sill.
X Check the air pressure of the newly fitted
wheel and adjust accordingly.
Observe the recommended tyre pressure
(Y page 343). Wheel and tyre combinations
General notes
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres and
wheels which have been approved by
Mercedes-Benz specifically for your vehi-
cle. 350
Wheel and tyre combinationsWheels and tyres

These are specially adapted to the control
systems, such as ABS or ESP ®
and are
marked as follows:
R MO =Mercedes-Benz Original
R MOE =Mercedes-BenzO riginal Extended
(tyres featuring run-flat characteristics)
R MO1 =Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer-
tain AMG tyres)
Mercedes-BenzO riginal Extended tyres
may only be used on wheels that have been
specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Only use tyres, wheels or accessories tes-
ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cer-
tain characteristics, e.g. handling, vehicle
noise emissions or fuel consumption, may
otherwise be adversely affected. In addi-
tion, when driving with aload, tyre dimen-
sion variations could cause the tyres to
come into contact with the bodywork and
axle components.T his could result in dam-
age to the tyres or the vehicle.
Mercedes-Ben zaccepts no liability for
damage resulting from the use of tyres,
wheels or accessories othe rthan those tes-
ted and approved.
Further information about wheels, tyres
and approved combinations can be
obtained from any qualified specialist
workshop.
! Retreaded tyres are neither tested nor
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since
previous damage cannot always be detec-
ted on retreaded tyres. As a result,
Mercedes-Ben zcannot guarantee vehicle
safety if retreaded tyres are fitted. Do not
fit used tyres if you have no information
about their previous usage.
! Large wheels :the lower the section width
for a certain wheel size, the lower the ride
comfort is on poor road surfaces. Roll com-
fort and suspension comfort are reduced
and the risk of damage to the wheels and
tyres as a result of driving over obstacles
increases. Overview of abbreviations used in the follow-
ing tyre tables:
R
BA: both axles
R FA: front axle
R RA: rear axle
You will find a table with recommended tyre
pressures for various operating conditions on
the inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap. For
further information on tyre pressure, see
(Y page 343). Check tyre pressures regularly
and only when the tyres are cold.
Notes on the vehicle equipment –always fit
the vehicle:
R with tyres of the same size on a given axle
(left/right)
R with the same type of tyres at a given time
(summer tyres, winter tyres, MOExtended
tyres)
Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not
equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. It
is therefore recommended that you addition-
ally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you
fit tyres that do not feature run-flat charac-
teristics, e.g. winter tyres. A TIREFIT kit can
be obtained fro maqualified specialist work-
shop.
i Not all wheel/tyre combinations can be
mounted at the factory in all countries. Wheel and tyre combinations
351Wheels and tyres Z

Tyres
E 200 BlueEFFICIENCY Summer tyres
R 16 Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA:205/5
5 R16 91 V 3, 4 BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 38
R 17
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels BA:235/45 R17 94 W
5 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended
5, 6 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
FA: 235/45 R17 94 W
RA:255/40 R17 94 W
7 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 49
FA: 235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended
6
RA: 255/40 R17 94 W MOExtended 6, 7 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 49
R 18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
8
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL 7, 8 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 49
3
Only for Coupé.
4 Not in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling
package code 483.
5 Cabriolet: not in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic
handling package code 483.
6 MOExtended tyres (tyres featuring run-fla tcharacteristics) only in combination with an active tyre pressure
loss warning system.
7 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
8 Only in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling
package code 483. 352
Wheel and tyre combinationsWheels and tyres

R 19
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels FA: 235/35 ZR19 XL
8, 9, 10
RA: 255/30 ZR19 XL 7, 8, 9, 10 FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44
RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44
FA: 235/35 ZR19 91Y XL
8, 9, 10
RA: 255/30 ZR19 91Y XL 7, 8, 9, 10 FA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 ET 44
RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 48
Winter tyres
R 16
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 205/55 R16 91 H M+S
i3 BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 38
R 17
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
i BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
iMOExtended6 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
R 18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/40 R18 95 H X M+S
i BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
E 250 BlueEFFICIENCY
Summer tyres
R 16
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 205/55 R16 91 W
3, 4 BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 38
8
Only in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling
package code 483.
9 Observe notes on "Large wheels" under "General notes" in "Wheel and tyre combination" section.
10 Not in combination with trailer tow hitch code 550.
7 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
3 Only for Coupé.
6 MOExtended tyres (tyres featuring run-fla tcharacteristics) only in combination with an active tyre pressure
loss warning system.
4 Not in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling
package code 483. Wheel and tyre combinations
353Wheels and tyres Z

R 17
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels BA: 235/45 R17 94 W
5 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
BA: 235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended
5, 6 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
FA: 235/45 R17 94 W
RA: 255/40 R17 94 W
7 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 49
FA: 235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended
6
RA: 255/40 R17 94 W MOExtended 6, 7 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 49
R 18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
8
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL 7, 8 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 49
R 19
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 235/35 ZR19 XL
8, 9, 10
RA: 255/30 ZR19 XL 7, 8, 9, 10 FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44
RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44
FA: 235/35 ZR19 91Y XL
8, 9, 10
RA: 255/30 ZR19 91Y XL 7, 8, 9, 10 FA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 ET 44
RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 48
Winter tyres
R 16
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 205/55 R16 91 H M+S
i3 BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 38
5
Cabriolet: not in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic
handling package code 483.
6 MOExtended tyres (tyres featuring run-fla tcharacteristics) only in combination with an active tyre pressure
loss warning system.
7 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
8 Only in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling
package code 483.
9 Observe notes on "Large wheels" under "General notes" in "Wheel and tyre combination" section.
10 Not in combination with trailer tow hitch code 550.
3 Only for Coupé. 354
Wheel and tyre combinationsWheels and tyres

R 17
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
i BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
iMOExtended6 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
R 18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/40 R18 95 H X M+S
i BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
E 300 BlueEFFICIENCY
Summer tyres
R 17
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 W
5 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
BA: 235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended
5, 6 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
FA: 235/45 R17 94 W
RA: 255/40 R17 94 W
7 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 49
FA: 235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended
6
RA: 255/40 R17 94 W MOExtended 6, 7 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 49
R 18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
8
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL 7, 8 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 49
6
MOExtended tyres (tyres featuring run-fla tcharacteristics) only in combination with an active tyre pressure
loss warning system.
5 Cabriolet: not in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic
handling package code 483.
7 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
8 Only in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling
package code 483. Wheel and tyre combinations
355Wheels and tyres Z

R 19
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels FA: 235/35 ZR19 XL
8, 9, 10
RA: 255/30 ZR19 XL 7, 8, 9, 10 FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44
RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44
FA: 235/35 ZR19 91Y XL
8, 9, 10
RA: 255/30 ZR19 91Y XL 7, 8, 9, 10 FA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 ET 44
RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 48
Winter tyres
R 17
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
i BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
iMOExtended6 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
R 18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/40 R18 95 H X M+S
i BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
E 350 BlueEFFICIENCY
Summer tyres
R 17
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 W
5 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
BA: 235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended
5, 6 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
FA: 235/45 R17 94 W
RA: 255/40 R17 94 W
7 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 49
FA: 235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended
6
RA: 255/40 R17 94 W MOExtended 6, 7 FA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 49
8
Only in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling
package code 483.
9 Observe notes on "Large wheels" under "General notes" in "Wheel and tyre combination" section.
10 Not in combination with trailer tow hitch code 550.
7 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
6 MOExtended tyres (tyres featuring run-fla tcharacteristics) only in combination with an active tyre pressure
loss warning system.
5 Cabriolet: not in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic
handling package code 483. 356
Wheel and tyre combinationsWheels and tyres

R 18
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
8
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL 7, 8 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 49
R 19
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 235/35 ZR19 XL
8, 9, 10
RA: 255/30 ZR19 XL 7, 8, 9, 10 FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44
RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44
FA: 235/35 ZR19 91Y XL
8, 9, 10
RA: 255/30 ZR19 91Y XL 7, 8, 9, 10 FA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 ET 44
RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 48
Winter tyres
R 17
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
i BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
iMOExtended6 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2 ET 45
R 18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 235/40 R18 95 H X M+S
i BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
E 500 BlueEFFICIENCY
Summer tyres
R 18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
7 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 49
8
Only in combination with Sports package code 950/952, sports suspension code 486 or dynamic handling
package code 483.
7 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
9 Observe notes on "Large wheels" under "General notes" in "Wheel and tyre combination" section.
10 Not in combination with trailer tow hitch code 550.
6 MOExtended tyres (tyres featuring run-fla tcharacteristics) only in combination with an active tyre pressure
loss warning system. Wheel and tyre combinations
357Wheels and tyres Z