2012 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS ESTATE winter tyres

X
Press the :or9 button to select the
Belt adjustment function.
When the Belt adjustment function is
activated, the vehicle seat belt is displayed
in red in the multifunction display.
X Press the abutton to save the setting.
For further information on belt adjustment,
see (Y page 52).
Switching the fold-in mirrors when lock-
ing function on/off
This function is only available on vehicles with
Memory Function (Y page 121).
When you activate the Auto. fold in func-
tion, the exterior mirrors are folded in when
the vehicle is locked. When you unlock the
vehicle and then open a door, the exterior
mirrors fold out again.
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Settings menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Convenience submenu.
X Press ato confirm.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Auto. fold in function.
If the Auto. fold in function is activated,
the vehicle's exterior mirror is displayed in
red in the multifunction display.
X Press the abutton to save the setting. :
To fold the exterior mirrors in or out
If you have switched the Auto. fold infunction on and you fold the exterior mirrors
in using button
:, they will not fold out auto-
matically (Y page 119). You can then only fold out the exterior mirrors
using button
:.
Resetting to factor ysettings X
Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to selec tthe Settings menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Factory setting submenu.
X Press ato confirm.
The Reset all settings? message
appears.
X Press the :or9 button to select
No or
Yes .
X Press the abutton to confirm the selec-
tion.
If you have selected Yes , the multifunction
display shows a confirmation message.
For safety reasons, not all functions are reset:
the Limit speed (winter tyres) function
in permanent SPEEDTRONIC can only be set
in the Vehicle submenu. If you want to reset
the Daytime driving lights in the
Light submenu, you must turn the key to position
1
in the ignition lock. AMG menu in AMG vehicles
AMG displays :
Digital speedometer
; Gear indicator
= Upshift indicator
? Engine oil temperature
A Coolant temperature
B ECO start/stop function status indicator
(Ypage 165) 264
Menus and submenusOn-board computer and displays

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.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off
wax fro
mthe 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.
X Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
X Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the
paintwork.
When using the vehicle in winter, remove all
traces of road salt deposits carefully and as
soon as possible.
High-pressure cleaning equipment G
WARNING
Do not use high-pressure cleaners with circu-
lar-jet nozzles (dirt grinders) to clean your
vehicle, in particular the tyres. You could oth-
erwise damage the tyres and cause an acci-
dent.
! Always maintain a distance of at least
30 cm between the vehicle and the high- pressure cleaner nozzle. Information about
the correct distance is available from the
equipment manufacturer.
Move the high-pressure cleaner nozzle
around when cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
R tyres
R door gaps, roof gaps, joints etc.
R electrical components
R battery
R connectors
R lights
R seals
R trim elements
R ventilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components
can lead to leaks or failures.
Cleaning the paintwork !
Do not affix:
R stickers
R films
R magnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces. You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected
by corrosion and damage caused by inade-
quate care cannot always be completely
repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
X Remove impurities immediately, where
possible, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard.
X Soak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
X Soak bird droppings with water and rinse
off the treated areas afterwards.
X Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin,
oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently
with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid.
X Use tar remover to remove tar stains.
X Use silicone remover to remove wax. 352
CareMaintenance and care

Useful information
............................380
Important safety notes ....................380
Operation ........................................... 380
Winter operation ............................... 382
Tyre pressure .................................... 383
Changing awheel ............................. 388
Wheel and tyre combinations ..........393
Emergency spare wheel ...................425 379Wheels and tyres

Observe the notes on the emergency spare
wheel (Y
page 425). MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat
characteristics)
With MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat
characteristics), you can continue to drive
your vehicle even if there is a total loss of
pressure in one or more tyres.
MOExtended tyres may only be used in con-
junction with an active tyre pressure loss
warning system or with an active tyre pres-
sure monitor and on wheels specifically tes-
ted by Mercedes-Benz.
Notes on driving with MOExtended tyres with
a flat tyre (Y page 363).
i Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not
equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory.
It is therefore recommended that you addi-
tionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit
if you fit tyres that do not feature run-flat
characteristics, e.g. winter tyres. A TIREFIT
kit can be obtained from a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. Winter operation
General notes
Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified
specialist workshop at the onset of winter.
Observe the notes in the "Changing a wheel"
section (Y page 388). Driving with summer tyres
At temperatures below +7 †, summer tyres
lose elasticity and therefore traction and
braking power. Change the tyres on your vehi-
cle to M+S tyres. Using summer tyres at very
cold temperatures could cause tears to form,
thereby damaging the tyres permanently.
Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility
for this type of damage. M+S tyres
G
WARNING
M+S tyres with a tyre tread depth of less than
4mma re not suitable for use in winter as they
do not provide sufficient traction. There is a
risk of accident.
M+S tyres with a tread depth of less than
4 mm must be replaced.
At temperatures below +7 †, use winter tyres
or all-seaso ntyres .Both types of tyre are
identified by the M+S marking.
Only winter tyres bearing the isnowflake
symbol in addition to the M+S marking pro-
vide the best possible grip in wintry road con-
ditions.
Only these tyres will allow driving safety sys-
tems such as ABS and ESP ®
to function opti-
mally in winter. These tyres have been devel-
oped specifically for driving in snow.
Use M+S tyres of the same make and tread
on all wheels to maintain safe handling char-
acteristics.
Always observe the maximum permissible
speed specified for the M+S tyres you have
fitted.
If you fit M+S tyres that have a lower maxi-
mum permissible speed than that of the vehi-
cle, affix a corresponding warning label in the
driver's field of vision. This can be obtained
at a qualified specialist workshop.
Under these circumstances, you should also
restrict the maximum speed of the vehicle
using permanent SPEEDTRONIC so that it
does not exceed the maximum permissible
speed for the M+S tyres (Y page 195).
When you have fitted the M+S tyres:
X Check the tyre pressures (Y page 383).
X Restart the tyre pressure loss warning sys-
tem (Y page 385).
X Restart the tyre pressure monitor
(Y page 387).
For more information on driving with an emer-
gency spare wheel, see (Y page 425).382
Winter operationWheels and tyres

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 383). 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. 394
Wheel and tyre combinationsWheels and tyres

R19
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels FA: 245/35 R19 93 Y XL
7, 8, 9
RA: 275/30 R19 96 Y XL 6, 7, 8, 9 FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 48
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 48
Winter tyres
R16
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 205/60 R16 92 H M+S
i3 BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 38
BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 7.5 J x 16 H2 ET 45.5
BA: 225/55 R16 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 7.5 J x 16 H2 ET 45.5
BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.0 J x 16 H2 ET 46
BA: 225/55 R16 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.0 J x 16 H2 ET 46
R17
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 245/45 R17 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL
M+SiMOExtended
5 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL
M+SiMOExtended
5 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
7
Only in combination with AIRMATIC (code 489), Direct Control suspension (code 677) or Sports package
(code 950).
8 Not in combination with trailer tow hitch (code 550) or folding bench seat (code 844; Estate).
9 Observe the notes on "Large wheels" under "General notes" in the "Wheel/tyre combinations" section.
6 The use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
3 Saloons only.
4 Estate only.
5 MOExtended tyres (tyre sfeaturing run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activate tyre pressure
loss warning system or tyre pressure monitor. 396
Wheel and tyre combinationsWheels and tyres

R18
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL
4 BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 48
FA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL
RA: 265/35 R18 97 Y XL
6 FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 48
RA: 9.0 J x 18 H2 ET 54
Winter tyres
R16
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 7.5 J x 16 H2 ET 45,5
BA: 225/55 R16 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 7.5 J x 16 H2 ET 45,5
BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.0 J x 16 H2 ET 46
BA: 225/55 R16 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.0 J x 16 H2 ET 46
R17
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 245/45 R17 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL
M+SiMOExtended
5 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL
M+SiMOExtended
5 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
R18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 245/40 R18 97 H XL M+S
i BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 48
4
Estate only.
6 The use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
3 Saloons only.
5 MOExtended tyres (tyre sfeaturing run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activate tyre pressure
loss warning system or tyre pressure monitor. 398
Wheel and tyre combinationsWheels and tyres

R19
Tyres Light-allo
ywheels FA: 245/35 R19 93 Y XL
7, 8, 9
RA: 275/30 R19 96 Y XL 6, 7, 8, 9 FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 48
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 48
Winter tyres
R16
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 7.5 J x 16 H2 ET 45.5
BA: 225/55 R16 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 7.5 J x 16 H2 ET 45.5
BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.0 J x 16 H2 ET 46
BA: 225/55 R16 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.0 J x 16 H2 ET 46
R17
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 245/45 R17 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL
M+SiMOExtended
5 BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 95 H M+S
i3 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S
i4 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL
M+SiMOExtended
5 BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 48
R18
Tyres Light-alloy wheels
BA: 245/40 R18 97 H XL M+S
i BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 48
7
Only in combination with AIRMATIC (code 489), Direct Control suspension (code 677) or Sports package
(code 950).
8 Not in combination with trailer tow hitch (code 550) or folding bench seat (code 844; Estate).
9 Observe the notes on "Large wheels" under "General notes" in the "Wheel/tyre combinations" section.
6 The use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains".
3 Saloons only.
4 Estate only.
5 MOExtended tyres (tyre sfeaturing run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activate tyre pressure
loss warning system or tyre pressure monitor. 400
Wheel and tyre combinationsWheels and tyres