2019 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS windshield

Removecap1bythetab.
Addwasherfluid.
Keepingthe air-water duct free
Keepthe area betweenthe hood andthewindshield free of deposits, e.g. ice, snowand leaves.
Cleaning and care
Notes onwashingthevehicle in a carwash
\nWARNINGRisk of accident duetoreduced braking effect afterwashingthevehicle
The braking effect isreduced afterwashingthevehicle.
Afterthevehicle has beenwashed,brake carefully while paying attentiontothe traffic conditions untilthe brakingeffect has been fullyrestored.
NOTEDamageduetounsuitable carwash
Before driving into a carwash makesurethatthe carwash is suitableforthevehicle dimensions.
Ensurethere is sufficient ground clear‐ance betweenthe underbody andtheguiderails ofthe carwash.
Ensurethatthe clearance width ofthecarwash, in particularthe width oftheguiderails, is sufficient.
Toavoid damageto yourvehicle when using acarwash, ensurethefollowing beforehand:
RActive Distance AssistDISTRONIC andtheHOLD function are deactivated.
Rthe 360° Camera ortherear view camera isswitched off.
Rthe side windowsand sliding sunroof arecompletelyclosed.
Rthe blowerfortheventilation/heating isswitched off.
Rthe windshield wiper switch is in positionZ.
Rin carwashes with a conveyor system: neu‐tral\\is engaged.
Rthe SmartKeyis at a distance of at least10ft(3 m)awayfromthevehicle,otherwisethetrunk lid could open unintentionally.
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Ifyouwould liketoleavethevehicle while itis beingwashed, make surethe SmartKeyislocated inthevehicle. The]gear isother‐wise automatically engaged.
If, afterthe carwash,youremovethewaxfromthe windshield and wiperrubbers,thiswill prevent smearing andreduce wipernoise.
Information on using a powerwasher
\nWARNINGRisk of accident when usinghigh-pressure cleaning equipment withround-spraynozzles
Thewater jet from around-spraynozzle (dirtgrinder) may cause damagetotires and sus‐pension componentsthat is not visible.
Components damaged inthisway mayfailunexpectedly.
Do not use high-pressure cleaningequipment withround-spraynozzlestocleanyourvehicle.
Damaged tires or suspension compo‐nents must bereplaced immediately.
Toavoid damageto yourvehicle, observethefol‐lowing when using a powerwasher:
Rkeepthe SmartKeyat least10ft(3 m)awayfromthevehicle. Otherwisethe trunk lidcould open unintentionally.
Rmaintain a distance of at least11.8 in(30 cm)tothevehicle.
Rvehicles with decorativefoil:parts ofyourvehicle are covered with a decorativefoil.Maintain a distance of at least27.6 in(70 cm) betweenthefoil-covered parts ofthevehicle andthe nozzle ofthe powerwasher.Movethe powerwasher nozzle around whilstcleaning. Thewatertemperature ofthepowerwasher must notexceed140 °F(60 °C).
Robservethe information onthe correct dis‐tance inthe equipment manufacturer's oper‐ating instructions.
Rdo not pointthe nozzle ofthe powerwasherdirectly at sensitive parts such as tires, slits,electrical components, batteries, light bulbsandventilation slots.
Washingthevehiclebyhand
Observethe legalrequirements, e.g. in a numberof countries,washingbyhand is only permittedin specially designatedwash bays.
Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. car shampoo.
Washthevehicle with lukewarmwater usinga soft car sponge. When doing so, do notexposethevehicletodirect sunlight.
Carefully hosethevehicle off withwater anddry using achamois.Takecare nottopointthewater jet directlytowardsthe air inletgrille.
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Notes on care ofvehicle parts
\nWARNINGRisk of entrapment ifthewindshield wipers are switched on whilethe windshield is being cleaned
Ifthe windshield wipers are set in motionwhileyou are cleaningthe windshield orwiper blades,you can be trappedbythewiper arm.
Always switch offthe windshield wipersandthe ignition before cleaningthewindshield or wiper blades.
\nWARNINGRisk of burning fromthetail‐pipe ortailpipe trim
Thetailpipe andtailpipe trim can becomeveryhot. Ifyou come into contact withthesecar parts,you could burnyourself.
Always be particularlycareful when inthe vicinity ofthetailpipe andtailpipetrims and supervisechildrenveryclosely when inthis area.
Before any contact, allowthe car partstocool down.
Observethefollowing information:
Notes on cleaning and careAvoidingvehicle damage
Wheels/rimsUsewater and acid-free wheel cleaners.RDo not use acidic wheel cleanerstoremovebrake dust.This could damage wheel bolts and brake components.
RToavoid corrosion ofthe brake discs and brakepads, drivethevehiclefor afew minutes after cleaning before parkingit. The brake discs and brakepadswarmup and dry out.
WindowsCleanthe windowsonthe inside and outside using a dampclothand cleaning agentsrecommendedbyMercedes-Benz.Do not use dry cloths or abrasive or solvent-based cleaningagentstocleanthe inside of windows.
Wiper bladesFold outthe wiper blades and cleanthem using a damp cloth.Do not cleanthe wiper bladestoo often.
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Blown fuses must bereplaced with fuses ofthesamerating, whichyou canrecognizebythecolor and fuserating. The fuseratings and fur‐ther informationtobe observed are listed inthefuse assignment diagram.
Fuse assignment diagram:onthe fuse box inthe trunk (→page 383).
NOTEDamageor malfunctions causedbymoisture
Moisture may cause damagetothe electricalsystem or cause ittomalfunction.
Whenthe fuse box is open, make surethat no moisture can enterthe fusebox.
When closingthe fuse box, make surethatthe seal ofthe lid is positioned cor‐rectly onthe fuse box.
Ifthe newly inserted fuse also blows, havethecause traced andrectified at aqualified special‐istworkshop.
Ensurethefollowing beforereplacing a fuse:
RThevehicle is secured againstrollingaway
RAll electrical consumers are switched off
RThe ignition is switched off
The electrical fuses are located invarious fuseboxes:
RFuse box inthe engine compartment onthedriver's side (→page 381)
RFuse box onthe driver's side ofthe cockpit(→page 382)
RFuse box inthe front passengerfootwell(→page 382)
RFuse box inthe trunk ontheright-hand sideofthevehicle when viewed inthe direction oftravel (→page 383)
Opening and closingthe fuse box intheengine compartment
Requirements:RA dry clothand a screwdriver areavailable.
Observethe notes on electrical fuses(→page 380).
Opening
\nWARNINGRisk of injuryfrom usingthewindshield wipers whilethe engine hoodis open
Whenthe engine hood is open andthe wind‐shield wipers are set in motion,you can betrappedbythe wiper linkage.
Always switch offthe windshield wipersand ignition before openingthe enginehood.
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Vehicle identification plate (Canada only)
1Permissiblegrossweight
2Permissible front axle load
3Permissiblerear axle load
4Paint code
5VIN (vehicle identification number)
The permissible grossvehicleweight is made upofthevehicleweight, allvehicle occupants,thefuel andthe load. The maximum gross axleweightrating isthe maximumweightthat can becarried on one axle (front orrear axle).
Neverexceedthe permissible grossvehicleweight orthe maximum gross axleweightratingforthe front orrear axle.
VIN in front oftheright-hand front seat
1Imprinted VIN (vehicle identification number)
2Floor covering
Additional plates
1Platewith information about emissionstest‐ing, including confirmation of emissionsguidelines attheU.S.federal level aswell asfor California
2Engine numberstamped intothe crankcase
3VIN (vehicle identification number) as a labelatthe lower edge ofthe windshield
41 8Technical data

Operatingfluids
Notes on operatingfluids
Mercedes-AMGvehicles:be suretoobservethe information inthe Supplement. Otherwise,you mayfailtorecognize dangers.
\nWARNINGRisk of injuryfrom operatingfluids harmfulto your health
Operatingfluids may be poisonous and harm‐fulto your health.
Observethetext onthe original con‐tainers when using,storing or disposingof operatingfluids.
Alwaysstore operatingfluids sealed intheir original containers.
Alwayskeepchildrenawayfrom operat‐ingfluids.
ENVIRONMENTALNOTEEnvironmentalpollution causedbyenvironmentally irre‐sponsible disposal
Dispose of operatingfluids in an envi‐ronmentallyresponsible manner.
Operatingfluids includethefollowing:
RFuels
RLubricants
RCoolant
RBrakefluid
RWindshieldwasherfluid
RClimate control systemrefrigerant
Only use products approvedbyMercedes-Benz.Damage causedbythe use of productsthat havenot been approved is not coveredbytheMercedes-Benzwarranty or goodwillgestures.
You can identify operatingfluids approvedbyMercedes-Benzbythefollowing inscriptions onthe container:
RMB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51 )
RMB-Approval (e.g. MB-Approval 229.51)
Further information on approved operatingfluidsisavailable atthefollowing locations:
Rinthe Mercedes-Benz SpecificationsforOperating Fluidsbyenteringthe designation
-at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com
-inthe Mercedes-Benz BeVo App
Rat aqualified specialistworkshop
\nWARNINGRisk offireorexplosion fromfuel
Fuels are highlyflammable.
Fire, openflames, smoking and creationof sparksmust beavoided.
Switchoffthe ignition and, ifavailable,thestationary heater, before and whilerefuelingthevehicle.
\nWARNINGRisk of injuryfrom fuels
Fuels are poisonous and hazardousto yourhealth.
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Notes on windshieldwasher fluid
Observethe notes on operatingfluids(→page419).
\nWARNING‑ Risk offireand injury fromwindshieldwasher concentrate
Windshieldwasher concentrate is highlyflammable. It could ignite if it comes intocontact withhot engine component parts ortheexhaust system.
Make surethat no windshieldwasherconcentrate spills out nexttothefilleropening.
NOTEDamagetotheexterior lightingduetounsuitable windshieldwasherfluid
Unsuitable windshieldwasherfluid may dam‐agethe plastic surface oftheexterior light‐ing.
Only use windshieldwasherfluid whichis also suitablefor use on plastic surfa‐ces, e.g. MB SummerFit or MBWinter‐Fit.
NOTEBlocked spraynozzles causedbymixing windshieldwasherfluids
Do not mix MB SummerFit and MBWin‐terFit withother windshieldwasherflu‐ids.
Do not use distilled or de-ionizedwater asthefilllevel sensor may be triggered erroneously.
Recommended windshieldwasherfluid:
RAbovefreezing point: e.g. MB SummerFit
RBelow freezing point: e.g. MBWinterFit
Forthe correct mixingratio,refertothe informa‐tion onthe antifreeze container.
Mixthewasherfluid withthe windshieldwasherfluid allyearround.
Refrigerant
Notes onrefrigerantsObservethe notes on operatingfluids(→page419).
NOTEDamageduetoincorrectrefriger‐ant
If a non-approvedrefrigerant is used,the cli‐mate control system may be damaged.
Only usetherefrigerant R‑134a
NOTEDamagetothe climate controlsystem duetoincorrectrefrigerant com‐pressor oil
Only userefrigerant compressor oilthathas been approvedbyMercedes-Benz.
Do not mixthe approvedrefrigerantcompressor oil with a differentrefriger‐ant compressor oil.
Workonthe climate control system may be car‐ried out onlybyaqualified specialistworkshop.All applicableregulations, aswell asSAEstand‐ard J639, must be adheredto.
The instruction label onthe climate control sys‐temfortherefrigerant type andtherefrigerantcompressor oil is located onthe inside ofthehood.
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andPPSolutions
Cleanthe windshield.
Active Lane Keeping AssistInoperative
*Active LaneKeeping Assist is malfunctioning.
Consult aqualified specialistworkshop.
Malfunction Drive at Max.50 mph
*The AIRBODYCONTROL function isrestricted. Thevehicle's handlingcharacteristics may be affected.
Drive in a manner appropriateforthe current level, but do notexceed 50mph (80 km/h).
Visit aqualified specialistworkshop.DYNAMICBODYCONTROL is malfunctioning. Thevehicle's handlingcharacteristics may be affected.
Do not drive at speeds greaterthan 50mph (80 km/h).
Visit aqualified specialistworkshop.
Blind Spot Assist Not Avail-able When Towing a TrailerSee Operator's Manual
*Whenyou establishthe electrical connectiontothe trailer, Blind Spot Assist is unavailable.
Pressthe left-handTouch Control and acknowledgethe display message.