Owner’s manual for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class models E 320, E 320 4matic, E 430, E 430 4matic, E 55 AMG. W211 Operator’s Manual Download.
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Introduction
Product information 7
Operator’s manual 8
Where to find it 13
Reporting Safety Defects 15
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls 18
Center console 20
Overhead control panel 21
Operation
Vehicle keys24
Start lock-out26
General notes on the central locking system 26
Central locking system 27
Radio frequency and infrared remote control 27
Opening the trunk 30
Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside 31
Panic button 32
Mechanical keys 32
Doors 33
Central locking switch 35
Automatic central locking 36
Emergency unlocking in case of accident 36
Trunk 37
Trunk lamp 39
Trunk lid release switch 40
Trunk lid emergency release 41
Trunk lid emergency release 42
Antitheft alarm system 43
Tow-away alarm 44
Power seats front 45
Front seat head restraints 51
Rear seat head restraints 52
Multicontour seat 53
Seat heater 54
Seat ventilation 57
Seat belts and
integrated restraint system 59
Seat belts 59
Seat belt nonusage
warning system 60
BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system 66
Self-test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed 66
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) 67
Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 68
Airbags 69
Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 75
Infant and child restraint systems 77
Steering wheel adjustment 81
Rear view mirrors 82
Instrument cluster 86
Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display 92
Trip and main odometer, FSS and engine oil level display 96
Audio systems 97
Radio 97
CD player 98
Cassette player 99
Telephone 100
Telephone book 100
Redialing 102
Incoming call 104
Navigation system 105
Trip computer 106
Malfunction message memory 108
Individual settings 110
Setting the audio volume 113
Flexible service system (FSS) 114
Engine oil level indicator 117
Engine oil consumption 118
Exterior lamp switch 119
Night security illumination 120
Headlamp cleaning system 121
Combination switch 122
Hazard warning flasher switch 125
Automatic climate control 126
Display and controls 128
Basic setting 129
Special settings 129
Defogging windows 129
Defrosting 129
Rear window defroster 130
Air distribution 130
Air volume 130
Air recirculation 131
Dust filter 131
Activated charcoal filter 132
Residual engine
heat utilization 132
Front center console
compartment ventilation 133
Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlet 134
Audio and telephone, operation 135
Power windows 154
Sliding / pop-up roof 157
Interior lighting159 Entrance lamps,
exit lamps in doors 159
Reading lamps rear compartment 160
Rear window sunshade 160
Sun visors 161
Illuminated vanity mirrors 161
Interior 162
Armrest, rear bench 162
Cup holder
in rear bench armrest 162
Glove box 163
Cup holder and coin holder in glove box lid 163
Storage compartment above ashtray in center console 164
Storage compartments in center console 164
Cup holder in center console 165
Ashtrays 166
Lighter 168
Cargo tie-down hooks 169
Parcel net in front passenger footwell 169
Cellular telephone 170
Shelf below rear window 170 Garage door opener 171
Driving
Control and operation of radio transmitters 176
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 177
Maintenance 177
Tele Aid 178
Catalytic converter 188
Emission control 189
Steering lock 190
Starting and turning
off the engine 192
Automatic transmission 193
Parking brake 202
Driving instructions 203
Drive sensibly – Save Fuel 203
Drinking and driving 203
Pedals 203
Power assistance 204
Brakes 204
Driving off 205
Parking 206
Tires 206
Snow chains 209
Winter driving instructions 209
Block heater211 Deep water 211
Passenger compartment 211
Traveling abroad211 Cruise control 212
Brake assist system (BAS) 215
Antilock brake system (ABS) 217
Four Wheel Electronic Traction System (4MATIC) 219
Electronic stability program (ESP) 220
Parking assist (Parktronic) 224
What you should know at the gas station 229
Check regularly and before a long trip 231
Instrument cluster display
Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 234
On-board diagnostic system 234
Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 234
Brake warning lamp 235
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp 236
Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 236
Electronic stability program (ESP) — warning lamp 237
BAS / ESP malfunction indicator lamp 237
ABS malfunction
indicator lamp 238
Seat belt warning lamp 238
Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console 239
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp239 Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display 240
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE 241
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR 242
ABS-SYSTEM 243
BRAKE ASSIST 243
BRAKE LINING WEAR 244
BRAKE FLUID244 PARKING BRAKE 245
ENGINE FAN 245
COOLANT (coolant level) 246
COOLANT TEMP 247
LIGHTING SYSTEM 248
LIGHT SENSOR 249
REMOVE KEY 249
STEERING GEAR OIL 250
ENGINE OIL LEVEL 251
WASHER FLUID 252
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) 253
TELE AID2 53
Practical hints
First aid kit 256
Stowing things in the vehicle 256
Fuses 257
Hood 259
Checking engine oil level 262
Automatic transmission
fluid level 263
Coolant level 263
Adding coolant 264
Windshield and headlamp
washer system 265
Windshield and headlamp
washer fluid mixing ratio 265
Spare wheel, vehicle tools,
storage compartment 266
Vehicle jack 267
Wheels 268
Tire replacement 268
Rotating wheels 269
Spare wheel 270
Spare wheel bolts 270
Spare wheel 271
Changing wheels 273
Tire inflation pressure 278
Battery 280
Jump starting 282
Towing the vehicle 285
Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking 287
Exterior lamps 288
Headlamp assembly 289
Taillamp assemblies 292
Changing batteries in the electronic main key 294
Synchronizing remote control296
Emergency engine shut-down 296
Rear seat cushion 297
Emergency operation of sliding / pop-up roof 298
Manual release for fuel filler flap 299
Replacing wiper blade insert 300
Roof rack 302
Vehicle care
Cleaning and care
of the vehicle 304
Power washer 305
Tar stains 305
Paintwork, painted body components 305
Engine cleaning 306
Vehicle washing 306
Ornamental moldings 306
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses 306
Cleaning the parktronic system sensors 307
Window cleaning / glass sunroof 307
Wiper blades 307
Light alloy wheels 308
Instrument cluster 308
Steering wheel and gear selector lever 308
Cup holder 308
Seat belts 308
Headliner and shelf Indexbelow rear window 308
Upholstery 309 Index 330
Hard plastic trim items 309
Plastic and rubber parts 309
Technical data
Spare parts service 312
Warranty coverage 312
Identification labels 313
Layout of poly-V-belt drive 315
Technical data 316
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. – capacities 322
Engine oils 324
Engine oil additives 324
Air conditioner refrigerant 324
Brake fluid 324
Premium unleaded gasoline 325
Fuel requirements 325
Gasoline additives 326
Coolants 326
Consumer information 328
How do I check the engine oil level ?