2012 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class COUPE dimensions

Towing away .................................. 301
Transporting .................................. 302
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........79
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................71
Vehicle data ................................... 346
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data ....................................... 346
see Technical data
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 346
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 79
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 339
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 290
VIN ...................................................... 339
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Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 242
Brakes ........................................... 241
Check Engine ................................. 245
Coolant .......................................... 246
Cruise control ................................ 164
Distance warning ........................... 248
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 248
ESP ®
.............................................. 242
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 243
Fuel tank ........................................ 245
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) ..................168
Overview .......................................... 28
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 43
Reserve fuel ................................... 245
Seat belt ........................................ 240
SRS ................................................ 244
Tire pressure monitor ....................249
Warranty ............................................ 339
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 238
see Windshield washer system
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 295
Wheel chock ...................................... 292
Wheels Changing a wheel .......................... 291
Checking ........................................ 309
Cleaning ......................................... 281
Important safety notes ..................308
Interchanging/changing ................332
Mounting a wheel .......................... 294
Removing a wheel ..........................294
Storing ........................................... 333
Tightening torque ........................... 295
Wheel size/tire size .......................333
Wind deflector
see AIRCAP
Wind deflector (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 283
Window curtain air bag Display message ............................ 218
Operation ......................................... 43
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 284
see Side windows
Wind screen (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 283
Windshield Defrosting ...................................... 137
Windshield washer system .............. 277
Notes ............................................. 346
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ...................127
Replacing the wiper blades ............126
Switching on/off ........................... 125
Winter driving
Important safety notes ..................310
Slippery road surfaces ...................163
Snow chains .................................. 311
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 310
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 284
Important safety notes ..................126
Wooden trim (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 286Index19

The Tire and Loading Information placard
contains the recommended tire pressures for
cold tires on a fully loaded vehicle and for the
maximum permissible vehicle speed.
i The specifications given on the following
Tire and Loading Information placard are
examples. Tire pressure specifications are
vehicle-specific and may deviate from the
data shown here. The tire pressures
applicable to your vehicle can be found on
the Tire and Loading Information placard on
your vehicle.:Recommended tire pressuresOption 2) Tire pressure table on the inside
of the fuel filler flap.
The tire pressure table contains the
recommended pressures for cold tires for
various operating conditions, i.e. differing
load and speed conditions.
i Specifications shown in the examples of
tire pressure tables are for illustration
purposes only. Tire pressure specifications
are vehicle-specific and may deviate from
the data shown here. Tire pressure
specifications applicable to your vehicle
are located in your vehicle's tire pressure
table.
Example: tire pressure table for all tires approved
ex-works for this vehicle
If a tire size precedes a tire pressure, the tire
pressure information following is only valid
for that tire size. The load conditions "partially
laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the
table for different numbers of passengers and
amounts of luggage. The actual number of
seats may differ.
Example: tire pressure table with tire dimensions
Some tire pressure tables show only the rim
diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g.
R18 . The rim diameter is part of the tire size
and can be found on the tire sidewall
( Y page 326).
312Tire pressureWheels and tires

Traction
Traction is the result of friction between the
tires and the road surface.
Treadwear indicators
Narrow bars (tread wear bars) that are
distributed over the tire tread. If the tire tread
is level with the bars, the wear limit of 1
/ 16 in
(1.6 mm) has been reached.
Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at
their designated seating positions.
Total load limit
Rated cargo and luggage load plus
68 kilograms (150 lbs) times the vehicle's
designated seating capacity.
Changing a wheel
Flat tire
The "Breakdown assistance" section
( Y page 291) contains information and notes
on how to deal with a flat tire. It also provides
instructions on changing a wheel or mounting
the spare wheel/emergency spare wheel.
Interchanging the wheels
GWARNING
Rotate front and rear wheels only if the tires
are of the same dimension.
If your vehicle is equipped with mixed-size
tires (different tire dimensions front vs. rear),
tire rotation is not possible.
GWARNING
Have the tightening torque checked after
changing a wheel. Wheels could become
loose if not tightened with a torque of
96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts
specified for your vehicle's rims.
The wear patterns on the front and rear tires
differ, depending on the operating conditions.
Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern
has formed on the tires. Front tires typically
wear more on the shoulders and the rear tires
in the center.
If your vehicle's tire configuration allows, you
can rotate the wheels according to the
intervals in the tire manufacturer's warranty
book in your vehicle documents. If this is not
available, the tires should then be replaced
every 3000 to 6000 miles
( 5000 to 10,000 km), or earlier if the tire wear
requires this. Do not change the direction of
wheel rotation.
Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and
the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel
is interchanged. Check the tire pressures.
Information on changing a wheel and
mounting the spare wheel ( Y page 291).
! On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure
monitor, electronic components are
located in the wheel.
Tire-mounting tools should not be used
near the valve. This could damage the
electronic components.
Always have the tires changed at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Direction of rotation
Tires with a specified direction of rotation
have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk
of hydroplaning. You will only gain these
benefits if the correct direction of rotation is
maintained.
An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates
its correct direction of rotation.
332Changing a wheelWheels and tires