2009 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual
2009 Mercedes E-Class Manual
2009 Mercedes E-Class manual content summary:
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E-Class Operator's Manual - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 2
a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc. RESP® RHomeLink® The following symbols are found in this Operator's Manual: G Warning! Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that information you may find useful. This symbol points to instructions X for you to follow. A number of these - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 3
be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz. pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Contents Index ...3 Introduction ...19 At a glance ...25 Safety and security ...43 Controls in detail ...79 Operation ...237 Practical hints ...289 Technical data ...377 2 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 5
DVD menu ...146 Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ...108 1, 2, 3 ...4-ETS see ETS/4-ETS 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) 4-zone automatic climate control see Climate control system A ABS (Antilock Brake System) ...71 Indicator lamp ...331 Messages in the multifunction display ...297, 312 Accessory - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 6
Automatic headlamp mode ...111 Automatic interior lighting control . 116 Automatic ...137 Kickdown ...132 Kickdown (manual shift program) . 137 Manual shift program ...135 One-touch holders see Cup holders Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine) ...366 Brake fluid Messages in the multifunction - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 7
system see separate COMAND system operating instructions Combination switch ...113 Control system ...139 Multifunction display ...141 Multifunction steering wheel ...140 Resetting to factory settings ...149 Control system menus ...142 AMG ...144 Audio/DVD ...146 Distronic ...148 Navigation ...148 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 8
service Instructions ...124, 274 In winter ...273 Problems All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ...174 Cruise Interior lighting ...155 Department of Transportation see DOT Diesel fuel see Fuel Difficulties While driving ...127 With starting ...125 Digital clock see Clock Digital speedometer ...143 Dimensions - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 9
-home mode ...137 Locking/unlocking the vehicle ...343 Remote door unlock ...230 Tailgate, unlocking and opening . . 344 Trunk lid, emergency release ...92 Trunk lid, unlocking ...343 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emission control ...279 Information label ...380 System warranties ...20 Engine - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 10
...49, 341 Fuel ...274 Additives ...400 Capacity, fuel tank ...396 Diesel fuel ...240, 396 Fuel consumption statistics ...157 Fuel filler flap and ...325, 326 Replacing bulbs ...348 Four-wheel drive see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) Front air bags see Air bags Front axle oil ...395 G Garage door opener - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 11
138 Lamps ...330 Multifunction display ...141 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster, Illumination Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting Delayed shut-off ...155 Front ...116 Front reading lamps ...116 Rear ...116 Rear reading lamps ...116 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 12
positions ...94 KEYLESS-GO Starter switch positions ...94 Kickdown ...132 Kickdown (manual shift program) . . 137 Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ...270 Fog Lighting ...110 Daytime running lamp mode ...112 Exterior ...111 Interior ...116 Limp-home mode ...137 Loading see Vehicle loading Locator - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Interior rear view mirror ...107 Memory function ...109 MON (Motor Octane Number) ...399 Motor Service indicator ...280 Service indicator, resetting ...281 Service indicator display ...281 Service indicator message ...280 Service indicator message, clearing ...281 Service term exceeded ...281 Manual - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Index Low-beam lamps ...326 Parking brake ...312 Parking lamps ...325 PRE-SAFE® ...298 Reserve fuel ...323 Reverse lamp ...324 Side marker lamps ...325 SmartKey ...316 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO ...316 SRS ...314 Tailgate ...315 Tail lamps ...326 Tele Aid ...314 Tire pressure ...307, 328 Tire pressure - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 15
System sensors ...175 Warning indicators ...29, 176 Parts service ...378 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Front passenger Problems While driving ...127 With vehicle ...23 Product information ...19 Production options weight ...270 Program mode selector switch Automatic shift program ...133 Manual - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 16
323 Reset button ...31, 138 Reset tool (active head restraints) . 346 Restraint systems see Occupant safety Retaining hook ...204 Rims ... 225 Service see Maintenance Service, parts ...378 Service and warranty information ...20 Service intervals see Maintenance System, Service indicator Service life - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 17
etc...394 Coolant ...396, 400 Dimensions ...391 Electrical system ...390 ...379 Premium unleaded gasoline ...398 Rims and tires ...384 Spare wheel 227 Initiating an emergency call manually ...226 Messages in the multifunction button ...226 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services . 231 System self-test - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 18
...158 Phone book ...159 Redialing ...159 Temperature Coolant ...138 Interior temperature ...186 Outside ...143, 152 Tether anchorage points see 271 Problems under-/overinflation ...254 Retreads ...247 Rims and tires (technical data) ...384 Rotation ...271 Run Flat Indicator ...256 Service life - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 19
, 271 Trip computer menu ...156 Trip odometer, resetting ...139 Trunk Fuse box ...376 Trunk lid emergency release ...92 Trunk/cargo compartment Cargo volume, expanding system ...139 Dimensions ...391 Individual settings ...149 Locking/unlocking ...80, 81 Locking/unlocking manually ...343 Lowering - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 20
Wipers ...118 Windshield wipers Rain sensor ...118 Replacing wiper blades ...352 Winter driving Snow chains ...273 Tires ...272 Winter driving instructions ...273 Winter tires ...272, 384 Wood trims, cleaning ...288 W Warning lamps see Lamps, Indicator and warning Warning sounds Distance warning - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 21
you have any questions about operating any equipment, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are specialorder items, the descriptions - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 22
the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities repair two or more times, and you have directly Car Limited Warranty System Warranty Performance Warranty REmission REmission RCalifornia - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 23
Car" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the MercedesBenz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (in the USA) or the Roadside Assistance section of the Service and Warranty - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 24
the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or in this manual rules and regulations vehicle laws and safety standards Rthe "Technical data" section in this manual Rtraffic Rmotor - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966". Reporting safety defects If you remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 26
research or vehicle diagnosis purposes the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency use in dispute resolution involving Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or otherwise required or permitted by law - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 27
At a glance Exterior view ...Cockpit ...Instrument cluster ...Storage compartments ...Multifunction steering wheel ...Center console ...Overhead control panel ...Door control panel ...26 28 30 32 35 37 40 41 25 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 28
At a glance Exterior view Exterior view 26 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 29
At a glance Exterior view i This Operator's Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function 1 Trunk/tailgate: Locking and - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 30
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit 28 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 31
), (wagon) 3 Cruise control lever: Cruise control Distronic (E 63 AMG only) 4 5 6 Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Horn 161 166 30 35, 140 114 118 113 9 134 8 Page 7 Function Lever for Voice Control System, see separate operating instructions Front Parktronic warning indicator (sedan - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 32
At a glance Instrument cluster Instrument cluster 30 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 33
indicator lamp, Canada only H Low tire pressure/ TPMS malfunction telltale q Preglow indicator lamp, diesel engine only Fuel display with: A Fuel tank reserve warning lamp Reset button for: Resetting trip odometer Adjusting instrument cluster illumination Confirming new time settings 139 138 152 337 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 34
At a glance Storage compartments Storage compartments 32 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 35
seat storage compartment with first aid kit Door pocket Ashtray Storage bag Door pocket Storage compartment Luggage box under the trunk floor (sedan) Hook (sedan) Door pocket Storage bag Ashtray Door pocket Driver's seat storage compartment Sun visor card clip Z Page 217 g h 290 j k l m 294 204 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 36
At a glance Storage compartments Function 1 2 3 4 Storage box (Canada only) Storage compartment Folding box (E 63 AMG) Storage compartment 216 Page 212 34 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 37
to select next/previous menu Press button j or k briefly • to move within a menu • to select previous or next track, scene or stored station within Audio/DVD menu • to switch to the phone book and select a name or number within Telephone menu Page 139 146 158 Press button t • to end a call • to - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 38
next track with quick 146 Page Function search or to select previous or next station in station list or wave Page Function band within Audio/ DVD menu • to start the quick search in the phone book within Telephone menu Page 158 36 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 39
At a glance Center console Center console Upper part Z 37 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 40
At a glance Center console Function 1 2 3 Seat heating, driver's side Rear window sunshade switch (sedan) Rear seat head restraints switch, folding down (sedan) Hazard warning flasher switch Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Central unlocking switch Alarm system indicator lamp - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 41
selector lever for automatic transmission Parking assist (Parktronic system) deactivation switch (sedan) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) switch5 Vehicle level control switch5 Thumbwheel for 171 172 168 171 5 6 7 8 9 133 5 6 Only available on E 550, E 550 4MATIC and E 63 AMG. Only available on E 63 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 42
interior lighting on/off Automatic interior lighting Front interior lighting on/ off Right reading lamp on/off Tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel switch (sedan separate operating instructions Ambient lighting 154 Page 116 116 116 116 194 197 226 107 116 231 c d Function Interior lighting Left - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 43
rear view mirror adjustment Switches for opening/ closing front and rear side windows, rear window override switch Remote trunk release switch, trunk opening/ closing system (sedan) Remote tailgate release switch, tailgate opening system (wagon) Page 84 97 109 107 4 5 120 6 87 87 Z 41 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 44
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Safety and security Vehicle equipment ...Occupant safety ...Panic alarm ...Driving safety systems ...Anti-theft systems ...44 44 70 70 76 43 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 46
safety Vehicle equipment i This Operator's Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 47
strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked The deployment of the air bags temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 48
and steering wheel. If you have any difficulties, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RDo not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard. wheel rim. Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand/arm injury when the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 49
out upon your written request at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost. Please contact an local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call the Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100 for details - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 50
both feet on the floor in front of the seat instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. owner that the vehicle is equipped with SRS and refer them to the applicable section in the Operator's Manual objects (e.g. packages, purses, - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 51
front passenger seat is occupied 75 indicator lamp in the center console is not lit (Y page 53) impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold Example illustration sedan 1 Front side impact air bag 2 Rear side impact air bag Rthe Rthe When deployed, the side impact air bags are designed to provide - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 52
which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat covers may interfere with the arrows. Occupant Classification System Example illustration sedan 1 Window curtain air bag When deployed, floor to be correctly classified. If the occupant's weight 50 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 53
bag is activated. Z i If your seat, including the trim cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. Both the driver and the front passenger should always use the 75 indicator - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 54
belt, the seat belt and top tether strap, or lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 55
secure child restraint with the vehicle's seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. For children larger than the typical 12-month-old child, the front passenger front . Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an authorized - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 56
in case of an accident, instead of increasing protection for the child. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation of child seats. RWhile seated, an occupant should not position him/herself in the system is not functioning. You must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before 54 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 57
children, see "Children in the vehicle" (Y page 62). likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or must also be checked. Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 58
to make sure it is properly positioned. place your feet on the instrument panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat. using a seat belt to secure infant restraints, toddler restraints, or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 59
properly secured in the child restraint. Seat belt outlet height adjustment 1 Seat belt outlet 2 Latch plate 3 Buckle 4 Seat belt release button X 1 Seat belt height adjuster 2 Release button X With a smooth motion, pull the seat belt out of seat belt outlet 1. X Place the shoulder portion of - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 60
Releasing the seat belts X Press seat belt release button 4 (Y page 57). Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz you and/or your passenger release the seat belt during - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 61
pyrotechnic ETDs always follow our safety instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic comfort-fit feature into buckle). The ETDs for the rear outer seats (sedan) or second row outer seats (wagon) will activate with or without the respective seat belts fastened - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 62
increased support earlier The locking mechanism releases. ! When resetting the activated active head restraints, see "Resetting activated head restraints" (Y page 345). G Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 63
Safety and security Occupant safety Correct driver seat adjustment G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control, all seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. Make - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 64
seat cushion so that the front edge of the seat cushion lightly supports your legs. the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. RAdjust RNever place hands under seat - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2. A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with these standards can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint. When using any - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 66
for the age, size and weight of the child, and secure child restraint with the vehicle's seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. For children larger than the typical 12-month-old child, the front passenger front air bag may or may not be activated. vehicle is equipped - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 67
and rear seats. This can further reduce the risk of injury. Sedan: Non foldable rear seat backrest 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring X 1 installed. X Store anchorage ring cover 1 in a convenient place (e.g. glove box). Guide the top tether strap between the head restraint and top of the seat backrest. The - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 68
instructions. After removing the child restraint system and the top tether strap. X Release Reinstall anchorage ring cover 1. Sedan: Foldable rear seat backrest G seat would no longer be supported properly or positioned to provide Hook 3 Anchorage ring X X Guide the top tether strap between - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 69
instructions. After removing the child restraint system and the top tether strap. X If the storage box is not removed Rthe X Reinstall anchorage ring cover 1. top tether anchorage ring ; located on the floor no longer be supported properly or positioned partition net. X Guide the top tether strap - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 70
over 41 lb (18 kg) until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster. Install child seat according to manufacturer's instructions. The child seat must be firmly attached to the right and left side anchors. An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 71
Safety and security Occupant safety ! Make sure the seat belt for the center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed. Child safety Override switch For more information on power windows, see the "Controls in detail" section (Y page 120). G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. With the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Safety and security Driving safety systems Panic alarm i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 73
Safety and security Driving safety systems prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle. They cannot increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 74
distance. X Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over. The ABS will prevent the wheels from locking. When you release the brake pedal, the brakes function again as normal. The BAS is then deactivated. G Warning! If the BAS malfunctions, the brake system - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 75
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Vehicles with 4MATIC: Because the ESP not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i The 4MATIC also transfer more power to the wheel(s) with traction. Except E 63 AMG which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! The ESP® will - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 76
system switch off if activated driving with snow chains deep snow sand or gravel 1 ESP® switch Switching off the ESP® (except E 63 AMG) G Warning! The ESP® should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below. Disabling the system will reduce - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Safety and security Driving safety systems drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching off the ESP® (E 63 AMG only) When you switch off the ESP®, Rthe Rthe Rthe Rthe Ryou Rthe ESP® does not stabilize the vehicle G Warning! The ESP® should not be - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 78
sedan only) Switch on the ignition. i Starting the engine will also deactivate the immobilizer. In the event that the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Aid service and - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 79
Safety and security Anti-theft systems Close the respective element. X Disarming: Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. The turn signal lamps flash once and an acoustic warning sounds once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed. i The vehicle will lock and the alarm - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 80
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transmission ...Instrument cluster ...Control system ...Driving systems ...Climate control system ...Rear window defroster ...Power tilt/sliding sunroof ...Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel (sedan) ...Loading and storing ...Useful features ...130 138 139 160 179 193 194 197 200 219 79 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 82
RUse the mechanical key to unlock the driver's door and the trunk (sedan only). the mechanical key to lock the vehicle. the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RHave If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking When the SmartKey is valid, your vehicle unlocks Rthe Rthe Rthe doors fuel filler flap trunk lid/tailgate i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 85
anyone with a SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle. Possibility 1 (One SmartKey in the vehicle, one SmartKey outside the vehicle): 1 Lock button on the tailgate (wagon) X Global locking with the lock button on the tailgate - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Center. X Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately. X Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement. Selective setting If you frequently travel alone, you may - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking X Front doors: Pull on inside door handle 2 on the respective front door to open door. If the door was locked, locking knob 1 will move up. X Rear doors: Pull up locking knob on the respective rear door to unlock door. X Pull on inside door handle on the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 88
, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. You can open the trunk/tailgate when the vehicle is stationary. A minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) sedan or 6.81 ft (2.07 m) wagon is required to open the trunk lid/tailgate. Opening - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 89
the SmartKey until trunk/tailgate unlocks and begins to open. or X Pull on handle 1. In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: The vehicle must be unlocked. Sedan: If the trunk does not open, it is still locked separately (Y page 93). X Stopping the opening procedure: Press button i on the SmartKey. Opening - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 90
the inside automatically (wagon) clearance. To stop the opening procedure, release switch. Opening from the inside with handle (wagons with third-row limited when transporting goods on a roof rack (e.g. presence of an optional MB sport luggage container). When activated, the tailgate opens to - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 91
while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. G Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep still lock the vehicle. Closing the trunk/tailgate from the outside manually Sedan 1 Handles Z 89 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 92
flat on trunk lid/tailgate. Closing the trunk from the inside automatically (sedan) G Warning! Maintain sight of the area around the rear of the remote trunk opening/closing switch can Closing the tailgate from the inside manually (wagon) Vehicles with folding third-row seats have a strap on the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 93
closed. To interrupt the closing procedure: X Release switch ;. RPress RPull the KEYLESS-GO locking/ : RPress button i on the SmartKey. RPress Sedan: Even with the SmartKey removed from the starter on the driver's door). Example illustration: Wagon without KEYLESS-GO 1 Tailgate closing switch - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 94
motion sequence, the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk lid/tailgate reopens slightly. Trunk lid emergency release (sedan) Wagon 1 KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch X With the emergency release button, the trunk lid can be opened from inside the trunk. Make sure you have the SmartKey - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 95
button unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing still or in motion. Illumination of the emergency release button: RThe RThe Valet locking (sedan) To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, e.g. when you valet park the vehicle, lock it separately with the mechanical - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Controls in detail Starter switch positions Starter switch positions SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Controls in detail Seats i If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button Ronce more, the ignition (position 2) is switched on Rtwice more the power supply is again switched off Ignition (or position 2) X Seats Safety notes G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control, all seat - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 98
close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. RNever place hands under the could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 99
down in direction of arrow 3. X Seat cushion tilt: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 4 until your upper legs are lightly supported. X Head restraint height: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 5. Head restraint fore and aft adjustment X While seated, reach behind you - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 100
to your spine. G Warning! Make sure the rear seat head restraints engage when placing them upright manually. Otherwise their protective function cannot be ensured. The back of the head will not be supported in the event of a collision. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Rear seat - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 101
the head restraints engage fully. Wagon Folding rear seat head restraints back (rear outer seats only) 1 Head restraint release switch X Switch on the ignition (Y page 98). X Press head restraint release catch 1 and pull the head restraints out of the guides. X Fold the seat backrest back to - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 102
Controls in detail Seats Placing rear seat head restraints upright X Raising: Adjust the height of the head restraint manually by pulling it upward. If the head restraint is fully retracted, press release button 1 and pull the head restraint out. X Lowering: To lower the head restraint, press - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 103
release button 1 and adjust head restraint to desired position. X X Multicontour seat The multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the seat backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support the switch come on to show which ventilation level you have - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 104
seat heating. The red indicator lamps in switch 1 come on to show which heating level you have selected. The seat heating switches from level soon as sufficient voltage is available. Third-row seat in cargo compartment (wagon) The third-row seat in the cargo compartment is approved only for persons - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 105
head restraints should be adjusted so that the back of the head is supported at approximately eye level. This can reduce a child's risk of cushion when you want to raise the loading floor, e. g. in the event of a flat tire. Z Pull release handle 1 and fold seat backrest for the third-row seat - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 106
2 back into original position 4 until it engages. Folding back third-row seat 1 Seat guides 2 Seat cushion X 1 Release knob X Removing: Fold seat cushion 2 upward and remove it from seat guides 1. Press release knob 1 and fold head restraints down. 1 Tab 2 Seat backrest X ! To avoid damage - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 107
result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Make sure Ryou can reach the steering wheel with your Steering wheel adjustment 1 Release catch 2 Seat backrest X Press release catch 1 and push head restraints as far in as they will go. X Fold seat backrest 2 of third-row seat back into - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Controls in detail Multifunction steering wheel Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows the driver an easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is in its uppermost position. The easy-entry/exit feature can be activated or deactivated - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 109
rear view mirror X Switching off: Turn switch at the tip of stalk in direction of arrow 2. Indicator lamp 3 goes out. Adjust the interior rear view mirror manually. 1 Driver's side exterior rear view mirror button i Indicator lamp 3 flashes or goes out in case of power surge or undervoltage or - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 110
rear view mirror. The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver's side do not react, for example, Rif the rear window sunshade is in raised position (sedan) Rwhen transporting cargo which covers the rear window (wagon) Light hitting the mirror(s) at certain angles - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 111
the seats. X On the driver's side, additionally adjust the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the desired positions. X Press memory button M. X Release memory button M and press memory position button 1, 2 or 3 within 3 seconds. When the settings are stored to the selected position, an - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 112
vehicle is registered, you must have the headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams. Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i Vehicles equipped with active Bi-Xenon headlamps: The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the vehicle's steering angle and speed, then - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 113
. In addition the message Switch Off Lights appears in the multifunction display. Switch off the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp manually. RLicense RSide plate lamps panel lamps marker lamps RInstrument RGreen X indicator lamp B in the instrument cluster Switching off: Turn the exterior lamp - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 114
RParking RLicense RSide marker lamps With the daytime running lamp mode activated and the engine running, you cannot switch off the low-beam headlamps manually. USA only You can only switch on the high-beam headlamps in low ambient lighting conditions. The high-beam flasher is available at all - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 115
turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B, the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode. The used in conjunction with low-beam headlamps. Consult your State or Province Motor Vehicle Regulations regarding permissible lamp operation. Turn the exterior lamp switch to - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 116
briefly in direction of arrow 2. switch only to point of resistance and release. The corresponding turn signal lamps will flash three times. X left warning flasher switch 1. All turn signal lamps are flashing. The counter resets when you switch off the ignition. For information on filling up the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 117
Controls in detail Lighting Corner-illuminating front fog lamps The corner-illuminating front fog lamps improve illumination of the area in the direction into which you are turning. The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will only operate Rin Rat front fog lamp comes on on the side of the turn - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 118
wagon) Ambient lighting The brightness of the ambient lighting 7 is adjusted via the "Control system" (Y page 154). Deactivating: Press switch ¡. The interior discharged battery. Manual control ! An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically. Leaving an interior lamp switch - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 119
The overhead control panel is located above the rear seat bench. Sedan: Vehicles with panorama roof ambient lighting 1 and 6 has reached , using the "Control system" (Y page 154). 1 Left ambient lighting 2 Left rear interior lamp 1 X Left rear reading lamp on/off 2 Left rear reading lamp 3 Right - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Slow continuous wiping Fast continuous wiping ! Do not leave windshield wipers on an intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Windshield wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield, and windshield wipers may be - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 121
the rear window is clean. For information on filling up the washer reservoir, see "Washer system and headlamp cleaning system" (Y page 246). Problems with wipers Wiping with washer fluid X Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 2 past the resistance point. The windshield wipers operate - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 122
higher wiper speed the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center i Operating the rear door windows from the rear is can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or, if the switch was pulled past the resistance point and released, by either pressing or pulling - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 123
door frame and trap it there. If there is a risk of entrapment, release the switch and pull it to close the window. i You can also open point. The corresponding door window will move downwards or upwards until you release the switch. G Warning! Make sure that nobody can become trapped and - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 124
door windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof have reached the desired position. The vehicle unlocks. X Release button k on the SmartKey to interrupt the opening procedure. Vehicles with panorama roof (sedan) When roller sunblinds are extended: X the door windows the tilt/sliding sunroof the panorama - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 125
as long as the door handle is held but the door not opened. Vehicles with panorama roof (sedan): Press and hold button j on the SmartKey once more. The roller sunblinds extend. X Release button j on the SmartKey to interrupt the extending procedure. RImmediately With KEYLESS-GO The SmartKey with - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 126
Controls in detail Driving and parking Driving and parking Safety notes G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals' range of movement. Keep the driver's footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure the pedals still have - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 127
starts automatically. X Diesel engine: Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2 (Y page 94). Preglow indicator lamp q in the instrument cluster comes on. X As soon as preglow indicator lamp q goes out, turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 and release it. The engine - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 128
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. ! If an acoustic warning sounds and the message Release Parking Brake high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the engine. This is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. E 63 AMG: At engine temperatures below 68‡ - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 129
converter (gasoline engine) or the oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) to reach its operating temperature earlier. For more information on driving, see "Driving instructions" (Y page 274). X X Give very little gas. Have the problem checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz brake pedal releases the gear - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 130
take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could release the parking brake and/or shift the automatic transmission out of park position P, either of which could result in an accident and/or serious personal - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Controls in detail Driving and parking X Releasing: Pull on release handle 1. When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running, the brake warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 132
(Y page 124). covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. G Warning! Make sure delayed. This allows the catalytic converter (gasoline engine) or oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) to heat up more pedal depressed. Only depressing the brake pedal releases the gear selector lever lock. i The - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 133
131). There are additional indicators on the cover of the shifting gate showing the current gear selector lever position. The indicators come on when you insert the gear range the gear range the gears manually (E 63 AMG Rextending Rchanging only) Transmission positions The current transmission - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 134
is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed). To avoid damage N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ê Drive position Working on the vehicle G Warning! - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 135
æ For maximum use of engine's braking effect on very steep or lengthy downgrades. Program mode selector switch on E 63 AMG Automatic shift program C Comfort S Sport M Manual For standard driving For sporty driving For manual gearshifting (Y page 135) Program mode selector switch Z 133 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 136
the gear range using the gear selector lever or the steering wheel gearshift contol. E 63 AMG: For information on using the gear selector lever or the steering wheel gearshift control in manual program mode M, see "Manual shift program" (Y page 135). You should only change the program mode when the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 137
, the automatic transmission will upshift beyond any gear range limit selected. Canceling gear range limit X Manual shift program The manual shift program is available on E 63 AMG only. Manual program mode M differs with regard to spontaneity, response time, and shifting smoothness from automatic - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Otherwise the engine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. X The current program mode appears in the multifunction display the overspeed range. In addition, symbol ^ may appear instead of manual program mode symbol M in the multifunction display. Thus you can - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 139
will go to automatic program mode (C or S). Manual program mode M is not stored. Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D (for second gear) or reverse gear R. X Have the automatic transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Emergency operation - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 140
may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 1 Reset button For information on changing the instrument cluster settings, e.g. the language, see (Y page 151). To brighten illumination: Turn - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 141
may rise close to 248‡ (120†). Resetting trip odometer X Control system Introduction The out when your vehicle is next due for maintenance service, to set the language for messages in the engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Avoid driving at excessive engine - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 142
to switch to the phone book and select a name or number Press and hold button j Within Audio/DVD menu to k select previous or next track with quick search or to select previous or next station in multifunction steering wheel. 7 8 Function only available in telephone menu. AMG vehicles only. 140 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 143
menu (radio or CD operations under Audio/DVD menu, for example). These functions serve for calling up and changing settings. For instructions on using these submenus, see "Settings menu" (Y page 149 available in the system depends on which optional equipment is installed in your vehicle. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 144
Controls in detail Control system Menus and submenus i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical to those shown in the multifunction display. 142 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 145
show you which part of the system you are in. Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Standard display menu (Y page 143) AMG9 menu (Y page 144) Audio/DVD temperature (Y page 143) up maintenance service indicator display (Y page 281) RCalling 9 10 The AMG vehicles only. vehicle status message memory menu is only - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 146
areas or on bridges. X AMG menu This function is only available in AMG vehicles. The main screen of the AMG menu shows you the gear currently engaged as at full engine speed. If the engine reaches the overspeed range in the manual shift program, the menu will be shown in red. In addition, you - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 147
save driving stretches. X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j repeatedly lap time 4 Lap number 1 Gear indicator 2 RACETIMER 3 Lap number Resetting current lap X Press button æ while the timer is running. The timer stops. X Press - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 148
while the timer is running. The timer stops. X Press the reset button in the instrument cluster twice (Y page 138). X Press X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button display. Audio/DVD menu The functions in the Audio/DVD menu operate the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 149
system operating instructions. Additional optional satellite radio equipment and a subscription to satellite radio service provider media. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Audio/DVD menu appears in the multifunction display. Select - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 150
or deactivated. Please refer to the "Driving systems" section of this manual (Y page 162) for instructions on how to activate Distronic. Switch on the COMAND system and select DVD-Video. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Audio - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 151
owner's and/or driver's responsibility to maintain the vehicle's operating safety. Have all required maintenance and safety checks performed on the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Headlamp Mode in the Lighting submenu cannot be reset while driving. X Press button è or ÿ - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 152
reset to factory settings. The settings you have changed will not be reset unless you confirm the action by pressing the reset following lists show what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making individual 154) interior lighting delayed shut-off (Y page 155) - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 153
Controls in detail Control system Vehicle submenu RSetting automatic central locking (Y page 155) Convenience submenu RActivating easy-entry/exit feature (Y page 156) Selecting speedometer display mode X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr. Cluster submenu. X Press button j or - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 154
to change the time and date display settings. Example illustration for setting the hour X Press button æ or ç to set the hours or minute(s). X Press the reset button to confirm. 152 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 155
page 154) interior lighting delayed shut-off (Y page 155) RSetting Press button æ or ç to select manual operation (Manual) or daytime running lamp mode, see "Lighting" (Y page 112). For safety reasons, resetting all the functions of all submenus to the factory settings while driving (Y page - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 156
Controls in detail Control system Setting locator lighting With the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U, the following lamps will come on during darkness when the vehicle is unlocked using button k on the SmartKey: RParking lamps RTail lamps plate lamps - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Lighting Delayed Shut-off appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. X Press button æ or ç to switch the interior lighting delayed shut-off feature On or Off. Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu to - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 158
in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. consumption statistics since start (Y page 157) (Y page 157) RFuel consumption statistics since last reset RResetting RDistance fuel consumption statistics (Y page 157) to empty (Y page 157) 156 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 159
until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message From Reset appears in the multifunction display. Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the first function of the Trip computer menu appears in the multifunction - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 160
14 m) every second. You can connect your telephone to the COMAND system via Bluetooth®, see separate COMAND system operating instructions. X Switch on the COMAND system. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 161
second, the system scrolls rapidly through the list of names until you release the button again. The stored names are displayed in ascending or descending phone number. If the connection is successful and this feature is supported by your network provider, the name of the party (if stored - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 162
and loss of control. the cruise control when driving in fog. RDistance warning function is only available with Distronic DC system (sedan) drive (4MATIC) RDeactivate RAIRMATIC RAll-wheel RParktronic The "Resume" function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Controls in detail Driving systems Rwhen the automatic transmission is in park position P, reverse gear R, or neutral position N Rthe ESP® is switched off or has switched off Canceling cruise control X Depress the brake pedal. or X due to a malfunction The vehicle speed displayed in the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 164
2 and hold it down to decrease, until the desired speed is reached. X Release the cruise control lever. The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate or Distronic Safety notes The Distronic is available on the E 63 AMG only. When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control increases the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 165
or missing distance warnings. G Warning! The Distronic requires familiarity with its operational characteristics. We strongly recommend that you review the following information carefully before operating the system. G Warning! The Distronic cannot take road and traffic conditions into account - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 166
Controls in detail Driving systems G Warning! Close attention to road and traffic conditions is imperative at all times, regardless of whether or not the Distronic is activated. Use of the Distronic can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Controls in detail Driving systems The intermittent warning sound ceases and the distance warning lamp l goes out when the necessary distance to the vehicle ahead is established again. 1 Set speed 2 Cruise control speed segments 3 Speed of the vehicle ahead If the Distronic detects a vehicle - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 168
is activated, one or two cruise control speed segments around the set speed in the multifunction display are illuminated. The multifunction display will briefly show a message such as DISTRONIC 55 MPH (Canada: DISTRONIC 90 km/h). If the Distronic is not activated after the cruise control lever is - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Controls in detail Driving systems Rwhen the automatic transmission is in park position P, reverse gear R, or neutral position N Rwhen speed will then be determined only by the accelerator pedal position. the ESP® is switched off or has switched off due to a malfunction Setting a higher speed G - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 170
goes out and an acoustic warning will sound. Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear. G Warning! Distronic switches off and releases the brakes when the vehicle decelerates below the minimum speed of 20 mph (30 km/h) by operation of the system. At that time the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 171
be used in snowy or icy road conditions. The most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty Distronic system sensor cover (located in the hood grille), especially at times of snow and ice or heavy rain. Increasing distance: Turn thumbwheel 1 towards ¯. Z 169 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 172
There will be insufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Narrow vehicles i If the message DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable - See Operator's Manual disappears during driving and the last set speed flashes for approximately 5 seconds, the dirt (e.g. slush) has dissolved; Distronic works again - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 173
The Adaptive Damping System (ADS) (Y page 171) and the vehicle level control (Y page 172). If these warnings are issued, you must brake manually to maintain a safe distance and avoid a collision with the preceding vehicle. When depressing the brake pedal, the warning sound ceases. The warning sound - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 174
Controls in detail Driving systems The setting remains stored when you turn off the engine. stay away from under the vehicle when lowering the vehicle chassis. Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to increase vehicle safety and to reduce fuel consumption. You can choose between raised - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Controls in detail Driving systems The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running: Vehicle level when stationary Normal Normal Raised Indicator lamp (Y page 174) Lamp off Lamp off Lamp on Suspension tuning Use for Ride height increase - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 176
which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the 4MATIC is only achieved with winter - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 177
objects at close range and damage to your vehicle or the object may result. ! Ultrasonic signals from outside sources (e.g. truck air brakes, car wash, or jackhammers) may impair the operation of the Parktronic system. The Parktronic system deactivates at speeds above approximately 11 mph (18 km - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 178
Controls in detail Driving systems Range of the sensors Rear sensors Center Corners approx. 48 in (120 cm) approx. 32 in (80 cm) Minimum distance Center Corners approx. 8 in (20 cm) approx. 6 in (15 cm) Front area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Controls in detail Driving systems Current transmission position D R or N Warning indicator into drive position D, or park position P, or the parking brake is engaged. Front area activated Front and rear area activated Switching the Parktronic system on/off The Parktronic system switches on - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If only the red distance segments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds, the Parktronic system sensors are dirty (e.g. dirt, ice, snow and slush) or there is an interference from other radio or ultrasonic signals (e.g. truck air brakes, car - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Controls in detail Climate control system Climate control system Overview of climate control system functions Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Dual-zone automatic climate control 4-zone automatic climate control Rear climate control The dual-zone - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 182
Controls in detail Climate control system Control panels Dual-zone automatic climate control Function 1 2 3 Temperature control, driver's side y Front defroster Q Increasing air volume Recommendation/Notes i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). (Y page 186) i Keep this setting selected only until - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 183
distribution ¯ Rear window defroster (Y page 189) Recommendation/Notes i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up. i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). (Y page 193) 7 8 Temperature control, passenger side MAX COOL on/off (USA - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Controls in detail Climate control system 4-zone automatic climate control Function 1 2 3 4 Air distribution, driver's side y Front defroster $ Temperature control, driver's side, raising Display Recommendation/Notes (Y page 189) i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield (Y page 190) - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 185
186) (Y page 193) i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up. 7 8 9 a b Air distribution, passenger side U Air distribution and air volume, passenger side (automatic mode) 2 AC cooling on/off - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 186
the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the selected interior temperature and the interior and the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others. Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 187
others. X Dual-zone automatic climate control X Keep the air intake grille in front of the windshield free of snow and debris. Do not a malfunction. Deactivating It is possible to deactivate the air conditioning. The interior air will then no longer be cooled or dehumidified. X Press button 2. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Controls in detail Climate control system Automatic mode When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, the interior air temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. In automatic mode, cooling with dehumidification is switched on. This function can be - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 189
use the air distribution adjustment to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of unprotected skin. For best possible performance of the climate control: X Keep the air intake grille in front of the windshield free of snow, leaves, sticks, and any other - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 190
Controls in detail Climate control system i For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position. Center air vents Side air vents Rear center console air vents Example illustration driver's side 1 Left side defroster air vent, fixed 2 Left side air vent, - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Dual-zone automatic climate control The air distribution can be adjusted manually. The symbols located in display 4 (Y page 180) footwells and through the side air vents Function Directs air into the entire vehicle interior Directs air to the windshield, through the side air vents and cockpit air - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Directs air through the Cockpit (Canada only), center, side and rear passenger compartment air vents Directs air into the entire vehicle interior Directs air to the footwells X Adjusting air volume X Decrease/increase: Press button · or Q. or X Deactivating: Press button y again. The indicator - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 193
onto the windshield and the front side windows air recirculation mode is switched off Rthe i You can adjust the air volume, air distribution and interior air temperature when the front defroster is switched on. X Deactivating: Press button y again. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 194
window fogging. If interior window fogging persists, make sure the air conditioning is activated, or press button y. X Deactivating: Press button , again. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. Activating: Press button ,. The indicator lamp in the button comes on. i The manually selected air - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Controls in detail Rear window defroster The residual heat is deactivated automatically: Rwhen Rafter Rif Rif Rear window defroster G Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving. Visibility could otherwise be impaired, endangering you and others. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 196
be immediately halted by releasing the sunroof switch or, if the sunroof switch was moved past the resistance point and released, by moving the sunroof . If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. i You can - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 197
of the tilt/ sliding sunroof or open a window slightly. Raising Closing X Sunroof screen X Closing manually: Pull and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 3. X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached. X Express operation: To close the tilt - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 198
of arrow 3 until the tilt/sliding sunroof is fully closed. ! If the tilt/sliding sunroof cannot be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. X tilt/sliding sunroof is fully raised at the rear. X Keep holding the sunroof switch in direction of - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 199
roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) Extending and retracting the roller sunblinds procedure. The extending of the roller sunblinds can be immediately halted by releasing the switch. Roller sunblinds switch, rear 1 Retracting 2 Extending X - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 200
panel (sedan) Such interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Roof panel switch 1 Opening 2 Closing 3 Raising 4 Lowering Opening manually: Press and hold the roof panel switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 1. X Release - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 201
panel (sedan) Closing/Lowering X X Move the roof panel switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 or 4. X Release the If the tilt/sliding panel cannot be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Reinsert the fuse in the fuse box. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 202
and storing Loading and storing Loading instructions G Warning! Always fasten items being interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. Load distribution Wagon Sedan The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) which is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 203
comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo: RSedan: Roof rack (sedan) For information about further by MercedesBenz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions. Otherwise, an improperly - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Controls in detail Loading and storing Ski bag (sedan, Canada only) G Warning! The ski bag is designed for up to four pairs of skis. Do not load the ski bag with other objects. Always - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 205
ski bag For ski bag removal, we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 5 Strap X Tighten strap 5 by pulling at the loose end is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior, resulting in unconsciousness and death. To prevent unauthorized persons from - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 206
secure cargo by applying even load on all rings 1 with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo. Always follow loading instructions (Y page 200). Wagon 1 Cargo tie-down ring Sedan 1 Cargo tie-down ring Hook (sedan) A retaining hook can be used to attach cargo items such as bags. 204 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 207
securely fastened in the vehicle. Always use the cargo tie-down rings. Sedan Folding rear seat backrest forward 1 Release handle X Pull release handle 1. The seat cushion springs slightly upward. ! Always release the seat cushion and fold it forward before folding the corresponding seat backrest - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 208
be occupied while driving, it may be necessary to fold the seat belt buckle up again. Pull the handle in the trunk. Seat backrest 2 is released and the head restraints fold back. X Fold seat backrest 2 forward. ! Make sure the head restraints fit all the way into the seat cushion pockets. This - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 209
the seat cushion back in, guide the plug connection back together until the plug engages. X Fold the seat backrest forward. Wagon ! To prevent damage, folding procedure is achieved Rthe seat cushions must be folded forward Pull release lever 1 and remove the seat cushion by pulling it upward. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 210
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting cargo. 1 Release catch 2 Seat cushion X 3 Seat backrest 4 Release catch X Pull release catch 1 and use it to pull seat cushion 2 up. Pull release catch 4 up. Seat backrest 3 is released and the head restraints fold back. X Fold seat backrest - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 211
rear seat heating (Canada only): The electrical contact on the bottom of the seat cushion must be disconnected before removing the rear seat cushion. X 1 Release catch 2 Seat backrest X Press the plug connection on the checkered surface and pull plug 2 for the seat heating out of the seat cushion - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 212
detail Loading and storing When placing the seat cushion back in, guide the plug connection back together until the plug engages. Cargo management system (wagon, Canada only) The cargo management system and accompanying accessories enable you to utilize your cargo compartment in a variety of ways - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 213
G Warning! The cargo tie-down rings should be subject to equal loads. Make sure to comply with the information provided in the loading instructions. Turn mounting element 2 in the cargo rail to L. X Insert cargo tie-down ring 1 into mounting element 2. X Turn mounting element 2 until it engages in - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 214
seats so as to secure it from slipping. Storage box in cargo compartment (wagon, Canada only) G Warning! When you are using the storage box in the could injure you or other passengers. 1 Storage box 2 Cargo compartment floor 3 Seat backrests 4 Locking hooks X 1 Telescoping rod 2 Mounting element - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 215
backrests 3 to the original position (Y page 208). X X Twin roller blind (wagon) The twin roller blind contains a cargo net and a cargo compartment cover. Pull the cargo compartment cover is closed, the cover will be released and automatically raised/ lowered when opening/closing the tailgate. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 216
cargo compartment cover 2 slightly towards the rear and lower it. X Slowly guide cargo compartment cover 2 back until it stops. Pulling out the cargo Front cargo compartment floor 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 3 Handle X Storage space under the cargo compartment floor (wagon, E 63 AMG only) The - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 217
locks into place. 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 4 Locking in place 5 Hooks 6 Pneumatic spring X 6 Pneumatic spring 7 Release button X Press rear cargo compartment floor 2 slightly forward 4. Pneumatic spring 6 engages, locking rear cargo compartment floor 2 in place. i You can transport objects - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Raising 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 3 Retainer 4 Moving out 5 Pneumatic spring 6 Release catch X Expanding the cargo compartment floor X 1 Front cargo compartment floor 2 Loading tray 3 Folding box 4 Crossbar 5 Release catch X X Remove rear cargo compartment floor 2 (Y page 216). X Open front - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 219
cargo higher than the seat backrests (wagon). Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window (sedan). Parcel nets cannot secure hard or 2 under the rear or the front cargo compartment floor. Opening glove box: Push glove box lid release 2. X Opening compartment: Press on compartment 1. X - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Controls in detail Loading and storing Storage compartment in the rear armrest to properly approximate the occupant weight category. The storage bag is intended for storing light-weight items only. Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the storage bag. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and/or serious personal - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 222
holder before folding the armrest upwards. Otherwise you could damage the cup holder. Cup holder in third-row seat (wagon) ! Make sure the cup holder is correctly positioned in the guides while you are reinstalling it. Otherwise the cup holder can be damaged. Cup holder in rear armrest 1 Cup holder - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 223
6 when you experience additional glare through the windshield. 1 Tab 2 Holder X Extending: Pull on tab 1 and engage it in holder 2. X Retracting: Disengage tab 1 from holder 2 and guide retraction. Z 221 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 224
features ! Always guide the sunblind by hand. Do not let it snap back, as the retractor could be damaged. Rear window sunshade (sedan) G Warning! 1 Rear window sunshade switch Always extend the sunshade fully for its support against the window frame. X Switch on the ignition. X Extending/ - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 225
Briefly press the top of ashtray 2. X Removing ashtray insert: Pull ashtray release 1 in direction of arrow. X Remove ashtray insert upwards from ashtray frame. ! The lighter socket can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum of 85 W) designed for use with the standard - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 226
longer. password to access the Tele Aid section in "Owner's Online" at www.mbusa.com (USA only). The power outlets can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (e.g. auxiliary lamps, mobile phone chargers) up to a subscription for monitoring services, connection and cellular air - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 227
by other means. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 . An emergency call can also be initiated manually (Y page 226). Once the emergency call location system), vehicle model, identification number and color are generated. A - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 228
the vehicle. Initiating an emergency call manually Carefully leave the vehicle and move The "911" emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offense. 2 seconds. A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The indicator - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 229
. X Describe the nature of the need for assistance. The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as i If the indicator lamp in the Roadside - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 230
Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com (USA only), log in to "Owner in the separate COMAND operating instructions. Destination Download allows you - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 231
to the defined address. i Please refer to any specific instructions provided by either website regarding entering or sending an address. Tele Aid subscription. "Search & Send" is a navigation destination address entry service. A destination address located using Google Maps® or Yahoo Local Go to - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 232
in the same order they were sent. If you have multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with Tele Aid and active accounts, each destination address may unlock the vehicle via Internet in the "My Tele Aid" section of "Owner's Online", using your ID and password (USA only). i The remote door unlock - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage can cause unconsciousness and possible death. Interior rear view mirror with integrated remote control - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 234
and release them when instructions after completing the "Programming" portion (steps 1 through 6) of this text. A second person may make the following training procedures quicker and easier. X Step 8: Locate the "training" button on the garage door opener motor head unit. i Exact location and color - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 235
holding down the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4), "cycle" your hand-held remote control button 6 as follows: Press and hold button 6 for 2 seconds, then release it for 2 seconds, and again press and hold it for 2 seconds. Repeat this sequence on the hand-held remote control until the frequency - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 236
experience further difficulties with programming the integrated remote control, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. i USA only: This device complies - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 237
Controls in detail Useful features Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Floormats G Warning! Whenever you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fastened. Floormats should always - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 238
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Operation Vehicle equipment ...The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ...At the gas station ...Engine compartment ...Tires and wheels ...Winter driving ...Driving instructions ...Maintenance ...Vehicle care ...238 238 239 241 247 272 274 280 282 237 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 240
km) at varying but moderate vehicle and engine speeds. RDuring ! Additional instructions for AMG vehicles: RDuring the first 1 000 miles (1 500 km), do at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends you have this work done at a authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. RAvoid RDo not attempt - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 241
fuel additives or resulting from mixing gasoline with diesel fuel or vice versa is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! If you have accidentally the catalytic converter, causing it to overheat and potentially start a fire. ! Diesel engine: When filling the diesel fuel tank using - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 242
"Fuel requirements" (Y page 399), or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). i Diesel engine: Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM). Information on diesel quality can normally be found on the fuel pump - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 243
312), (Y page 331) Engine compartment Hood G Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open , which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 244
ignition is switched on and the engine is turned manually G Warning! Vehicles with diesel engine: The engine is equipped with a high-voltage up the hood on the handle. X 1 Hood lock release lever X Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radiator grille. X Pull up on hood. The hood will be automatically - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For further information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Wipe oil dipstick 1 clean. X Fully insert oil dipstick 1 into the dipstick guide tube. X Pull out oil dipstick 1 again after approximately 3 seconds to obtain - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 246
63 AMG: The Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System, or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the E 350/E 550 (E 320 BlueTEC - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 247
transmission fluid loss or gearshifting malfunctions, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the transmission. reservoir contains hot fluid and a rag, turn cap 2 slowly approximately 1/2 turn counterclockwise to release any excess pressure. X Continue turning cap 2 counterclockwise and remove - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 248
" (Y page 397). Fluid for the washer system, the rear window washer system (wagon only) and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the washer fluid reservoir. During all with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB SummerFit" and water (or commercially available premixed washer solvent/ 246 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Tires and wheels Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service and purchase. result in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 250
spare tire should be replaced after 6 years, regardless of the remaining tread. The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to: page 248) Tread depth G Warning! Although the applicable federal motor vehicle safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 251
observe and follow applicable temporary use restrictions and speed limitations indicated on the spare wheel. Loading the vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. (1) The Tire and Loading Information placard can be found on the driver's door B-pillar. This - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 252
on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle. Observe front and rear seating capacity. The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the seating capacity is located on the driver's door B-pillar (Y page 250). Following is a discussion on how to work with the information contained - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 253
of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966". Step 1: Locate the statement "The combined this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle (Y page 253). The following table shows - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 254
lbs 750 lbs 2 1 500 lbs 3 front: 1 rear: 2 front: 1 540 lbs 1 500 lbs - 540 lbs = 960 lbs 3 1 500 lbs 1 150 lbs 1 500 lbs - 150 lbs = 1 350 lbs The higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available. For more information, see "Trailer tongue load - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 255
trailer fully loaded) weighed on a suitable commercial scale. The tire inflation pressure should be can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Your vehicle is equipped Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. Mercedes-Benz does - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 256
valves or from around the rim. Tire temperature and tire inside of the fuel filler flap, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure. should wait until tires installed as original equipment. Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 257
can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Check the tire the tire will be underinflated. Checking tire inflation pressure manually Follow the steps below to achieve correct tire inflation X If you have overfilled the tire, release tire inflation pressure by pushing the metal - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 258
or high speeds in curves) Rwhen Rwhen G Warning! When the multifunction display shows the message Tire Pressure Check Tires, one or more of your tires are flap. The tire inflation pressures are not listed in the Operator's Manual. G Warning! The Run Flat Indicator does not provide a warning for - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 259
. G Warning! The Run Flat Indicator can only warn you in a reliable manner if you have set the correct tire inflation pressures for each tire. multifunction display: Run Flat Indicator Active Menu: R-Button X Press the reset button (Y page 138). The following message will appear in the multifunction - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 260
Operation Tires and wheels The TPMS is equipped with a combination low tire pressure/ TPMS malfunction telltale (USA) or a low tire pressure telltale (Canada) in the instrument cluster. Depending on how the telltale illuminates, it indicates a low tire pressure condition or a malfunction in the TPMS - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Operation Tires and wheels detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 262
only: The TPMS usually recognizes tire pressure adjustments and sets new reference values automatically. You can, however, restart the TPMS manually as described. Restart the TPMS after adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the inflation pressure recommended for the vehicle operating condition - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 263
you wish to cancel: Press button ç. Tire labeling Besides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on appear before the tire inflation pressures are displayed. X Press the reset button (Y page 138). The following message will appear in the multifunction - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 264
means belted-bias ply construction. At the tire manufacturer's option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph above illustration. For more information, see "Rims and tires" (Y page 384). Tire car tire based on European design standards. Letter "P" preceding the size designation: Passenger car - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 265
. Always replace rims and tires with problems, or brake failure. Tire load rating 5 is a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support (170 km/h) the tire manufacturer's option, any tire with a speed capability service description for the tire must be referred to. The service - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 266
in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in parenthesis. the tires you use show M+S and the models except E 63 AMG: 130 mph (210 km/h) RE 63 AMG: 155 mph (250 km/h) RE 63 AMG with increased top speed E 63 AMG (Performance Package any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 267
. The TIN is comprised of "Manufacturer's identification mark", "Tire size", "Tire type code" and "Date of manufacture". 4 Tire type code (at the option of the tire manufacturer) 5 Date of manufacture i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 268
code 4 may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. i For illustration purposes only. tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support. For more information on tire load rating, see (Y page - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 269
to give drivers consistent and reliable information regarding tire performance. Tire Government of Canada requirement, all tires made for sale in North America have these grades branded on the 253) for proper tire inflation. All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Operation Tires and wheels service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires (Y page 272) C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 271
rim. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) The GVW comprises the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity air conditioning and additional optional equipment, but without passengers - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 272
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at their designated seating positions. Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the weight The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, total load limit, and production options weight. TIN (Tire Identification Number) Unique - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle's rims. Tire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around. others. Treadwear indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called "wear bars" that show across the tread of a tire when only 1/ in (1.6 mm) - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 274
see "Flat tire" (Y page 355). sure the tires you use show the mountain/ snowflake.marking on the tire sidewall. These tires meet specific by regular road wheel with a winter tire at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Always use winter tires at temperatures below 45‡ (7†) and whenever - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 275
data" section of this Operator's Manual. Snow chains should only be driven that are approved by Winter driving instructions G Warning! If the vehicle becomes gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and wheel slip and reduced Mercedes-Benz. Any authorized MercedesBenz Center - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 276
any other road users when carrying out these braking maneuvers. Driving instructions Drive sensibly - save fuel To save fuel you should: RKeep Booklet and as required by the Maintenance system. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 277
Operation Driving instructions Drinking and driving G Warning! Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Power assistance G Warning! There is no power assistance for the steering and the service brake when the engine is not - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 278
is released. Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear. Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir. Have the brake system inspected immediately. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. All checks and service work - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 279
Operation Driving instructions (SmartKey in damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. If your brake system is normally only brake system The high-performance brake system is only available on E 63 AMG. ! When driving off on a slippery surface, do not allow a - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Operation Driving instructions reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Standing water ! Do not drive through flooded areas. Before driving through water, determine its depth. If you must drive through - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 281
feet (approximately 14 m) every second. Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna. Do not run the engine in Moreover, the specified service procedures must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing requirements. For details - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 282
indicator at the designated times/mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The maintenance services will be indicated by showing a service type A through type H in the multifunction display. Types A through H are classified based on estimated time - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 283
literature is available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or directly from Mercedes-Benz. ! If the maintenance service indicator was inadvertently reset, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center correct it. Only reset if the proper maintenance service has been performed. Resetting the Z 281 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 284
service as called for by the maintenance service indicator will result in engine damage and/or other vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz hazardous. Some are poisonous, others are flammable. Always follow the instructions on the particular container. Always open your vehicle's doors or - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 285
the climate and washing detergent used. Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if the paint surface shows signs of embedded dirt (i.e. loss of vehicle doors, etc.). Z Power washer ! Follow the instructions provided by the power washer manufacturer on maintaining a distance between - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 286
in direct sunlight. X Only use a soft, wet cloth or sponge to clean the vehicle. X Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. X Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water. X Do not spray directly towards the ventilation intake. X Use plenty of - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 287
cover 1. X Restart the engine after cleaning sensor cover 1. Only clean sensors 1 by hand. Use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water and a soft, nonscratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers. ! Applying strong pressure may damage - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Otherwise, the wiper motor could suddenly turn on /sliding panel (sedan) X Use . X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care released, the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield. ! To clean the window interior rims have been cleaned with wheel rim cleaner. Wheel rim - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 289
X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care on a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure. Carpets X Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet and Wipe with a cloth moistened in a lukewarm solution. The surface may temporarily change color. If this is the case, wait for it to dry. ! The seat - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 290
not become wet. ! Do not use alkaline cleaners such as wheel cleaners as they could cause corrosion. RExercise X MB Tex upholstery Use Mercedes-Benz approved Interior Care onto a soft, lint-free cloth and apply with light pressure for cleaning the upholstery. Wood trims X Only use water and - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 291
...What to do if ... ...Unlocking/locking manually ...Resetting activated head restraints Replacing SmartKey batteries ...Replacing bulbs ...Replacing wiper blades ...Flat tire ...Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 292
tool kit The vehicle tool kit is located Runderneath Runderneath Runderneath the trunk floor (sedan) the cargo compartment floor (wagon without third-row seats) the third-row seats' footwell (wagon with third-row seats) bolt wheel chock The vehicle tool kit includes: RAlignment RCollapsible - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 293
Remove tool bag 1. X RWheel Vehicle tool kit (wagon) X Vehicle tool kit (sedan) X X Removing: Open the tailgate (Y page 86). floor using the floor handle. X Engage the floor handle on the upper trunk lip. Wagon without third-row seats X Open the rear cargo compartment floor (Y page 214). Wagon - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 294
a wheel. X Take the collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit (Y page 290). Setting up: Tilt both plates upward 1. Fold the lower plate outward 2. X Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way into the openings of base plate 3. For information on where to place wheel chocks when changing - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 295
hints Where will I find ...? Spare wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 355. The spare wheel is located underneath the trunk floor (sedan)/cargo compartment floor (wagon). X Removing: To access the spare wheel, proceed as described in the section on the vehicle tool kit (Y page 290). Operational - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 296
2 by turning retaining screw 6 clockwise (Y page 294). Luggage box (sedan) Vehicles with spare wheel with collapsible tire are not equipped with a luggage the trunk (Y page 86). X Lift the trunk floor using the floor handle. X Engage the floor handle on the upper trunk lip. Remove storage well - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 297
display lower the trunk floor before closing the trunk accordingly and follow the additional instructions given in this Operator's Manual. Selecting the Vehicle status immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using the reset button or button j, k, · or è on the multifunction - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 298
of any systems. Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 299
the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an ® and the PRESAFE® system are unavailable. ESP Inoperative See Operator's Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 300
Display messages PRE-SAFE Inoperative See Operator's Manual Possible cause/consequence The PRE-SAFE® system itself has failed. All other occupant safety systems, such as the air bags, are still available. Possible solution X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. 298 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 301
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual Possible cause/consequence The front passenger front air bag is activated while driving even though a child, small individual, or object below the system's - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 302
the OCS (Y page 50) has deactivated the front passenger front air bag. message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator's Manual should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied. Wait at least 60 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 303
hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! If the 75 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any children - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator's Manual Possible cause/consequence The front passenger front air bag is deactivated while driving even though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator's Manual should not appear in the multifunction . Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! If the 75 indicator lamp remains illuminated with - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 306
or the display are malfunctioning. You have accelerated. The Distronic has switched off. Possible solution X Have cruise control checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h), if the situation allows, and set the speed. X Check the activation conditions for - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 307
status messages in the multifunction display Display messages DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable See Operator's Manual Possible cause/consequence Distronic is deactivated because: RThe Distronic cover in the radiator grille Possible solution X is dirty. RThe RThe functionality is impaired by heavy - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages DISTRONIC Currently Unavailable See Operator's Manual Possible cause/consequence Distronic is deactivated because the functionality is impaired by external interferences, e.g. high-frequency sources such as toll - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 309
set for each tire. X Then restart the Run Flat Indicator (Y page 256). X Run Flat Indicator Inoperative Have the Run Flat Indicator checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Z 307 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 310
vehicle for a few minutes. Tire Pressure Monitor Tire Pressure Monitor X Have the TPMS or Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Have the TPMS or Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Have the appropriate wheel sensors installed at an authorized - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Have the wheel sensors installed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Have the wheel sensors installed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. As soon as the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Please correct the tire pressure. Possible cause/consequence Vehicles with Advanced TPMS (Canada only): The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires. or The tire pressures of the individual tires differ from - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 314
lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. X Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. X ; (USA only) Release Parking Brake You are driving with the parking brake engaged - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 315
soon as it is safe to do so. X Do not drive any further. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) G Warning! Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 316
Tele Aid Inoperative Restraint System Malfunction Service Required One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning. The system is malfunctioning. Possible solution X L 1 Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Drive with added caution to - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 317
drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). Have the vehicle checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicle Display messages Possible cause/consequence The trunk is open (sedan). The tailgate is open (wagon). You are driving with the hood open. Possible solution X X X Ê & Y Close the trunk. Close - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 318
cause/consequence You are driving with at least one door open. The display symbol shows you which doors are open. Left Rear Backrest Not Locked or Right Rear Batteries X X X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replace the batteries (Y page 346). - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch if necessary. X Bluetooth Ready The telephone has not yet been connected to the COMAND system via Bluetooth®. Connect the telephone to the COMAND system via Bluetooth®. Add washer fluid (Y page 246). Top Up Washer Fluid The fluid level - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 320
(gasoline engine) exhaust system fuel system X Have the engine checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ± (Canada only) ± B Display Malfunction Service Required Top Up Coolant See Operator's Man. Certain electronic systems are unable to relay information to the control - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 321
damage the engine. X Observe the coolant temperature indicator in the instrument cluster. X If the temperature rises again: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. During severe operation conditions and stopand-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248‡ (120 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 320 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 323
to drive. Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X If it is intact: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution If the coolant temperature is below 248‡ (120†), you may continue driving to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine (e.g. by driving uphill) as well as stop-and-go traffic. X Have the fan replaced - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 325
damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Possible solution X X X X ¿ W W W Refuel at the next gas station. Refuel at the next gas station. Refuel at the next gas station. Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM). Gas - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 326
Fuel Filter There is water in the fuel filter. Possible solution X [ Lamps Display messages Have the water drained at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Possible cause/consequence Active Headlamps Inoperative Active Headlamps Auxiliary Bulb On Reverse Lamp Left or Reverse - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 327
as soon as possible. . The left or right front parking lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. . . The left or right high-beam lamp is malfunctioning. The left or right license plate lamp is malfunctioning - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Benz Center as soon as possible. To switch off the headlamps (U.S. vehicles only): X In the control system, set daytime running lamp mode to manual Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. X The rear fog lamp is malfunctioning. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Left Mirror Turn Signal or Right Mirror Turn Signal The left or right corner-illuminating front fog lamp is malfunctioning. Possible solution X . Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. . The left or right rear turn signal lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 330
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Tires Display messages Possible cause/consequence Please correct the tire pressure. The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires. or The tire pressure of the individual tires differ from each other significantly. One or more - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 331
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Z 329 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Practical hints What to do if ... What to do if ... Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrument cluster fails to come on during the bulb selfcheck when switching on the ignition, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary. When you switch on the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 333
hints What to do if ... Brake Problem - The yellow ABS indicator lamp checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center display). as soon as possible. The brake system is still Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of with the parking brake engaged. X Release the parking brake. Z 331 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 334
X Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display (Y page 295). X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. G Warning! Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 335
Practical hints What to do if ... Safety systems Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt telltale The seat belt telltale reminds you X Fasten your seat belts. comes on for a maximum and - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 336
, or the vehicle is standing still and a front door is opened. Problem 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! In the event a malfunction of the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 337
Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury. Problem at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 338
the prevailing road and weather conditions. X Do not deactivate the ESP®. Exceptions: (Y page 74). Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Driving systems Problem l The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving. l The red distance warning lamp comes on while - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 339
Practical hints What to do if ... Vehicle Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X A The yellow fuel tank The fuel level has gone below the reserve warning lamp reserve mark. comes on when the engine is running. Refuel at the next gas station. Z 337 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 340
if ... Engine Problem ú (USA may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky. Diesel engine: Your fuel tank was driven empty. X X Check the fuel is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X After refueling, start, turn off and restart the engine - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Ì The red coolant temperature warning lamp comes on when the the coolant temperature is below 248‡ (120†), you can continue driving to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Avoid high engine loads (e.g. driving uphill) and stop-and-go driving. Ì The - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 342
Practical hints What to do if ... Tires Problem H USA only: Combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS in the multifunction display (Y page 295). X Have the TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied, the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 343
TPMS to continue to function properly. Lamp in center console Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X 75 The system is malfunctioning the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. X Read and observe messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 344
the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X 75 The system is remains out, have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 345
Practical hints Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock the driver's door and the trunk (sedan only) using the mechanical key. X Move locking tab 1 in direction of arrow. X Slide - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 346
manually. X Exit the vehicle. X Sedan only: Check whether the trunk is locked. X Unlocking the tailgate (wagon) i This feature is available on the E 63 AMG key X 1 Emergency release lever 2 Cover X Remove cover 2 from the trim on the tailgate. X Push emergency release lever 1 in direction of - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 347
Resetting activated head restraints i This procedure does not arm the antitheft alarm system, nor does it lock the fuel filler flap. Manually For safety reasons, have the active head restraints checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end collision. G Warning! When pushing back the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 348
Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries X Repeat this procedure for the second front seat. X After resetting the active head restraints store reset tool 1 in the Mercedes-Benz literature pouch. For information on active head restraints, see "Active head restraints" (Y page 60). For information - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 349
the operation of the SmartKey as well as the KEYLESS-GO function. i The required replacement batteries are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent. X Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey (Y page 343). 3 Batteries 4 Contact - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 350
Since replacing bulbs is a technically highly demanding process, we recommend to have them replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result the bulb or repair the lamp and its components. We Example illustration sedan 348 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 351
Backup lamp Rear fog lamp (driver's side only) Brake lamp Type LED HiP HiP HiP HiP HiP Sedan: HiP or LED Wagon: HiP C5W H7 (55 W) W5W Blue Vision LED Front lamps Lamp 1 Additional turn signal lamp 2 lamp. Do not replace the Bi-Xenon bulbs yourself. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 349 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 352
(Y page 241). RIf the newly installed bulb does not come on, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i Mercedes-Benz recommends using Longlife (LL) bulbs. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps and remove it. X Turn bulb socket 4 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. 350 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 353
the LEDs yourself. You could otherwise damage the LEDs or parts of the vehicle. Only have the LEDs replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Example illustration: Sedan 1 Screws 2 Lamp cover X X Switch off the ignition. Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M. X Open the trunk. Z 351 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 354
, the wiper motor could suddenly turn released, the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield or the rear window (wagon wagon only) without a wiper blade inserted. For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 355
blade 1 at a right angle to wiper arm. X Press tab 2 down and push wiper blade 1 downward in direction of arrow 4. X Remove wiper blade 1. Rear wiper blade (wagon) ! Do not pull on the wiper blade insert. It could tear. Z 353 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 356
Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Installing wiper blades Front wiper blades X Rear wiper blade (wagon) ! Make sure the wiper blade is properly installed. An improperly installed wiper blade may cause rear window damage. Slide the wiper blade onto wiper arm - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 357
information on your vehicle's equipment, see "Rims and tires" (Y page 384). G Warning! The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those closed again. Sealing tires with TIREFIT This section applies to E 63 AMG (wagon) with third-row seat only. Small tire punctures, particularly those in - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 358
. If clothing has come in contact with TIREFIT, have it dry-cleaned with perchloroethylene as soon as possible. G Warning! Observe safety instructions on air pump label. The following description applies to both versions. Differences in usage are expressly declared. Attach sticker part 1 where it - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 359
Practical hints Flat tire 5 Air hose 6 Flange 7 Flap X Stick TIREFIT container 1 upside down into notch 2 of the electric air pump. Version 1 a Vent screw 8 Filler hose 9 Tire valve X b Pressure gauge X Version 2 1 TIREFIT container 2 Notch 3 Electric air pump switch 4 Electrical plug 5 Air hose - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 360
is not attained, the tire is too severely damaged for TIREFIT to provide a reliable tire repair. In this case, TIREFIT cannot properly seal the tire. Do not drive the vehicle. Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. After attaining a tire inflation pressure of at least - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 361
in the driver's door opening). Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. X Drive to the nearest qualified workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, to have the damaged tire replaced. X Recommended duration of use: A maximum of 300 miles (500 km) at 50 mph (80 km - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 362
the vehicle, only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the as tiled floors, you should use a non-slip underlay, for example a rubber mat. Do not use wooden blocks or similar objects to support the jack - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 363
Practical hints Flat tire When changing wheel on a level surface: X Place the wheel chock in front of and another wheel chock or other sizeable object behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed. ! Do not position the jack on the body of the vehicle, as this may cause - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 364
bolts can cause the wheel to come off. This could cause an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel bolts. G Warning! Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose. Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could fall off - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Minispare wheel: Continue the procedure by following the instructions under "Lowering the vehicle" (Y page 365). Your . Differences in usage are expressly declared. Guide the spare wheel onto the alignment bolt instructions under "Inflating the collapsible G Warning! Observe safety instructions - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 366
with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator's Manual, inflate the tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the yellow - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 367
Practical hints Flat tire X Version 1 only: If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified for your vehicle (Y page 389), decrease tire pressure using the vent screw on air hose 4. X Version 2 only: If the tire inflation pressure is above the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 368
functioning sensor has been placed back into service on the vehicle. Bleeding the fuel system (diesel engine only) Driving the vehicle until not make any further attempts to start the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance (Y page 226). i When the malfunction - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 369
achieve its rated service life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for battery maintenance intervals. If you use your vehicle mostly for shortdistance trips, you will need to have the battery charge checked more frequently. When replacing a battery, always use a battery approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 370
. First touch the outside body of the vehicle in order to release any possible electrostatic charges. Do not rub the battery with rags or discharge. You may also connect an accessory battery charge unit expressly approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to maintain the battery charge. Contact - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 371
instructions for the accessory battery charger. Have batteries charged at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you charge the batteries yourself, follow the operating instructions jump-start terminals located in the engine compartment (wagon). Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Do not - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 372
vehicle's electrical system, which will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and Positive terminal of charged battery 4 Negative terminal of charged battery RDo Sedan The battery is located in the trunk underneath the luggage box - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 373
from negative terminals and then from positive terminals. You can now switch on the headlamps. X Have the battery checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Wagon The jump-start terminals are located in the engine compartment on the right hand side. X Open the hood. ! Never invert the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 374
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. RDo the trunk/cargo compartment floor (Y page 290). X roads will damage radiator and supports. of the vehicle should only raised (except vehicles with 4MATIC) only so far as the following instructions: RDo manually unlocking the gear selector lever, see (Y - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 375
Practical hints Towing the vehicle X Press mark on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover 1 off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. X Press on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow. X Fold cover 1 down to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. Removing towing eye - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 376
4MATIC: Do not tow with the front axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions neutral position N. X Release the brake pedal. X If engaged, release the parking brake. X - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 377
damage to electrical components and/or systems. Have the cause determined and remedied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A blown fuse must be replaced by an appropriate spare fuse (recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 378
fuse box and possibly impairing fuse operation. Fuse box in trunk (sedan) Fuse box cover design may vary depending on vehicle equipment. Closing catches) X Hold cover 2 at recess, press cover 2 slightly together to release tabs from behind trim panel and then pull off cover 2. 1 Button for - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 379
Technical data Vehicle equipment ...Parts service ...Warranty coverage ...Identification labels ...Engine ...Rims and tires ...Electrical system ...Main dimensions ...Weights ...Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc...378 378 378 379 381 384 390 391 393 394 377 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 380
features described in this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts required for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service. More than 300 000 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Technical data Identification labels Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels Example certification label (U.S. - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 382
Technical data Identification labels i Data shown on certification label are for illustration purposes only. These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle. 6 Emission control - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 383
BlueTEC (211.022)24 642 Diesel 4-stroke engine 6 3.27 in (83.00 mm) 3.62 in (92.00 mm) 182.3 cu in (2 987 16.5:1 209 hp/3 400 rpm (156 kW/3 400 rpm) cm3) E 300 4MATIC kW/6 000 rpm)27 cm3) E 350 (211.056)24,26 E 350 4MATIC (211.087, 211.287)24 272 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 384
Technical data Engine Model Firing order Poly-V-belt E 320 BlueTEC (211.022)24 1-4-2-5-3-6 2 035 mm E 300 4MATIC (211.092)24,25 1-4-3-6-2-5 2 404 mm E 350 (211.056)24,26 E 350 4MATIC (211.087, 211.287)24 1-4-3-6-2-5 2 404 mm 382 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 385
Model Engine Mode of operation No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Total piston displacement Compression ratio Output acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt E 550 (211.072)28,29 E 550 4MATIC rpm)30 cm3) E 63 AMG (211.077, 211.27729)28 Mercedes-Benz - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 386
. This depends on vehicle model and the standard or optional factoryequipped wheel rim/tire configuration on your vehicle. For more information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A placard with the - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 387
and tires Same size tires Sedan Model Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All season tires33 E 320 BlueTEC 8 J x 16 H2 1.42 in (36 mm) 225/55 R16 95H M+S 225/55 R16 95H M+S. E 35031 E 350 4MATIC31 8.5 J x 17 H2 1.5 in (38 mm) 245/45 R17 95H M+S E 300 4MATIC32 8.5 J x 18 H2 1.5 in (38 mm) 245/40 R18 93V - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 388
Technical data Rims and tires Model E 350 (AMG Sport Package)35 E 55035 E 63 AMG E 63 AMG (Performance Package) 8.5 J x 18 H2 1.5 in (38 mm) - E 350 4MATIC36 E 350 4MATIC (AMG Sport Package)35 E 550 4MATIC 8.5 J x 18 H2 1.5 in (38 mm) 245/40 R18 93V M+S AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All- - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 389
Technical data Rims and tires Wagon Model Rims (light alloy) AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset All-season tires40 Winter tires40,41 E 350 4MATIC 8 J x 17 H2 - 1.5 in (38 mm) 245/45 R17 95H M+S 245/45 R17 99V XL (Extra Load) M+S. E 63 AMG39 - 8.5 J x 18 H2 1.5 in (38 mm) - 245/40 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 390
and tires Mixed size tires Model Front axle AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires44 All-season tires44 Rear axle AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Summer tires44,45 All-season tires44,45 E 350 (AMG Sport Package)43 E 55043 8.5 J x 18 H2 1.5 in (38 mm) - 245/40 R18 93V M+S 9 J x 18 H2 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 391
wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator's Manual, inflate The E 63 AMG wagon with folding third-row seat does not have a spare wheel. It is equipped with TIREFIT (Y page 355). Model Rim Wheel offset Minispare - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 392
Starter motor Battery Spark plugs Type Electrode gap Tightening torque E 320 BlueTEC 14 V/180 A 12 V/2.0 kW 12 V/100 Ah - - - E 300 4MATIC47 14 V/180 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/100 Ah E 350 (all models) 14 V/180 A 12 V/1.4 kW 12 V/100 Ah E 550 (all models) 14 V/180 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/100 Ah E 63 AMG 14 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 393
dimensions Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Sedan Wagon Overall vehicle width Overall vehicle height Sedan Wagon Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear E 320 BlueTEC .4 in (2 854 mm) 61.7 in (1 567 mm) 61.4 in (1 560 mm) E 350 4MATIC 191.0 in (4 852 mm) 192.3 in (4 884 mm) 81.2 in (2 063 mm) - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 394
Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Sedan Wagon50 Overall vehicle width Overall vehicle height Sedan Wagon50 Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear E 55050 191.0 in (4 852 mm) - 81.2 in (2 063 mm) 57.7 in (1 465 mm) - 112.4 in (2 854 mm) 61.7 in (1 567 mm) 61.4 in (1 560 mm) E 550 4MATIC 191 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 395
Technical data Weights Weights Model Roof load All models max. 220 lb (100 kg) Z 393 - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 396
fluids. Otherwise you could endanger persons or the environment. Keep service fluids out of the reach of children. Model Engine with oil filter E 350 (all models) E 320 BlueTEC E 300 4MATIC51 E 550 (all models) E 63 AMG52 Capacity 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) Fuels, coolants, lubricants - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 397
data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Model Automatic transmission E 320 BlueTEC E 35053 E 55053 E 300 4MATIC51 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC E 63 AMG54 Front axle E 300 4MATIC51 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC E 300 4MATIC51 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC E 320 BlueTEC E 55053 E 35053 E 63 AMG Capacity 9.7 US qt - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 398
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Model Transfer case E 300 4MATIC51 E 350 4MATIC E 550 4MATIC All models except E 63 AMG E 63 AMG Brake system Cooling system E 320 BlueTEC E 300 4MATIC51 E 350 (all models) E 550 (all models) E 63 AMG Fuel tank, including a reserve of Capacity 0.62 US - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 399
402) Model E 35057 E 350 4MATIC E 55057 E 550 4MATIC E 63 AMG Engine Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Mercedes-Benz recommends MOBIL OIL. Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number. Model E 320 BlueTEC oil containers. with water or commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 400
be replaced regularly. Refer to your vehicle's Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any authorized Mercedes- Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine) G Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 401
or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). B5 biodiesel Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC approves the use of B5 biodiesel (standard diesel with a maximum of up to 5% biodiesel content) in all Common Rail Injection (CDI) and BlueTEC diesel engines. Diesel fuels containing a higher percentage of biodiesel content will - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 402
intake valves and in the combustion area, leading to engine performance problems such as: RWarm-up RUnstable ! Damage or malfunction resulting from additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not covered by the MercedesBenz Limited Warranty or by any - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 403
with label instructions. Model -35‡ (-37†) Cooling system E 320 BlueTEC E 300 4MATIC59 E 350 (all models) E 550 (all models) E 63 AMG 6.9 US qt Mercedes-Benz Center for service. Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum components in motor - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 404
burned. X Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "MB SummerFit". X Mix with water for temperatures above freezing point. X Mix with commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point: 1 part - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 405
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your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information - 2009 Mercedes E-Class | Owner's Manual - Page 408
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E-Class
Operator’s Manual