90005 Practical Hints

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HoodCoolant Level

Adding oolantChecking Engine Oil LevelChecking Automatic

Transmission Fluid LevelFirst Aid KitStowing Things in the VehicleTrunk LampStorage Compartment Below

Trunk Floor Vehicle ToolsSpare WheelVehicle JackWheelsChanging WheelsTire Inflation PressureHeadlamp Adjustment

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Practical Hints

Replacing BulbsSpark PlugsBatteryFusesTowing the VehicleJump StartingManual Release of Fuel

Filler FlapEmergency Operation of

Sliding Roof Cleaning and Care of the

VehicleHead RestraintsRear Seat Cushion

AshtraysRoof RackReplacing Wiper BladesSpare Parts ServiceLayout of Poly-V-belt Drive

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Hood

To open:To unlock the hood, pull releaselever (1) under the driver’s side of the instrument panel. At the sametime handle (2) will extend out of the radiator grill (it may be neces-sary to press the hood downslightly).

Important!

To avoid damage to the wind-shield wiper or hood, open thehood only with wiper in the parkedposition.

Pull handle (2) completely out of

radiator grill and open hood (donot pull up on handle).

To close:

Lower hood and let it drop into thelatch from a height of approx.

ft (30 cm), assisting with flathands placed only on edges of hood (3).

To avoid hood damage, if hoodis not fully closed, re-open andrepeat closing procedure. Do notpush down hard on hood surface.

Warning!

To help prevent personalinjury, stay clear of movingparts when the hood is openand the engine is running.

sure the hood is properlyclosed before driving.

The engine is equipped with atransistorized ignition system.Because of the high voltage itis dangerous to touch anycomponents (ignition coil,distributor, spark plug sockets,ignition cables, diagnosticsocket) of the ignition system:

l with the engine running

l while starting the engine

l if the ignition is andthe engine is turnedmanually.

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Checking Coolant Level

1 Coolant reservoir cap

Marking for coolant level

The coolant level can be checkedvisually at the transparent coolantreservoir.

To check the coolant level, thevehicle must be parked on level

ground.The coolant level must reach:

The marking (2, arrow) on thereservoir when the engine is cold.

Approx. 0.4 in (1 cm) higher when the engine is at operatingtemperature.

Adding Coolant

If coolant has to be added, a

mixture of water and MBanticorrosion/antifreeze should beused.

The drain plugs for the coolingsystem are located on thehand side of the engine block andat the bottom of the radiator.

Warning!

Use extreme caution whenopening the hood if thereare any signs of steam orcoolant leaking from the

cooling system.Do not remove pressure capon coolant reservoir if en-gine temperature is above

Allow engineto cool down before remov-ing cap. The coolant reser-voir contains hot fluid andis under pressure.

Using a rag, turn cap to first

notch to relieve excesspressure. If opened imme-diately, scalding hot fluidand steam will be blown outunder pressure possiblycausing personal injury.

l Do not spill antifreeze onhot engine parts. Antifreezecontains ethylene glycolwhich may burn if it comesinto contact with hot engine

can be seriously

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Oil level must be betweenthe lower (min) and

For low engine oil level warninglamp, see Index.

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Checking Engine Oil Level

1 Oil dipstick

2 Oil filler cap

To check the engine oil level,park vehicle on level ground,with engine at normaloperational temperature.

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Check engine oil levelapproximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan.

Wipe oil dipstick clean prior tochecking the engine oil level.

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Checking

Transmission Fluid LevelDipstick locking lever

1 Release2 Engage

Check transmission fluid level withthe engine idling, parking brakeengaged and selector lever inposition “P”. The vehicle must beparked on level ground. Prior tothe check, allow engine to idle for

approx. 1 to 2 minutes. Measurefluid level with the dipstick com-pletely inserted and the lockinglever released

Extreme cleanliness must be ob-served! To wipe the dipstick, use aclean, lint-free cloth. To fill thetransmission with fluid, pour itthrough a fine-mesh filter into thedipstick opening. Even theslightest impurity may causeoperational troubles.

The fluid level in the transmissionis dependent upon its temperature.The maximum and minimum fluidlevel marks on the dipstick areapplicable references only if thetransmission fluid has reached itsnormal operating temperature of 176°F (80°C).

Important!

If the transmission fluid coolsdown to 68 86°F (20 which is the normal shop tem-perature range, then the maximumfluid level will be approximately0.5 in (12 mm) below the mini-mum mark on the dipstick. Westress this point because a fluidchange is normally performedwhen the transmission fluid hascooled down to shop temperature.

The fluid level must not exceedthe dipstick maximum mark withthe fluid at operating temperature.Drain or siphon off excess fluid, if

required.Then push dipstick all the wayin and swing locking lever downwards (2).

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First Aid Kit

The first aid kit is stored in theshelf below the rear window.

Stowing Things in the Vehicle

Warning!

help avoid personal injuryduring a collision or suddenmaneuver, exercise care whenstowing things.

Put luggage or cargo in thetrunk if possible. 50 not pileluggage or cargo higher thanthe seat backs. 50 not placeanything on the shelf belowthe rear window.

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Trunk Lamp

When keeping the trunk lid openfor a longer period of time, thetrunk lamp can be switched off bypulling out the plunger in theswitch (arrow).

When the trunk lid is closed, theswitch will reset and turn on thelamp the next time the lid isopened.

Note:

On vehicles equipped withtheft alarm system it is not pos-sible to pull out the plunger in theswitch to turn off the trunk lamp.

Storage Compartment

Trunk FloorRoll back the trunk floor mat.Reach into the cut-out and lift upcover.

Vehicle Tools

The vehicle tools are stored in acompartment below the hingedtrunk floor.

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Spare Wheel

1 Trunk floor 2 Strap

3 Luggage bowl

Roll back the floor mat, lift thetrunk floor (1) and engage strap(2) in the trunk lid.

To remove the spare tire, turnluggage bowl (3) to the left andremove.

Vehicle Jack

1 Jack arm2 Jack base

See illustration for proper storageof jack.

Before storing the jack, the jackarm (1) must be lowered almost tothe base (2) of the jack and shouldrest on the felt in the spare wheelwell.

Warning!

The jack is designed exclusi-vely for jacking up the vehicleat the jack tubes built intoeither side of the vehicle. Use

the jack only to the vehicleduring a wheel change. Neverget beneath the vehicle whileit is supported by the jack.Keep hands and feet awayfrom the area under the liftedvehicle. Always firmly setparking brake and blockwheels before raising vehiclewith jack.

Do not disengage parking

brake while vehicle is raised.Be certain that the jack is al-ways vertical when in use, es-pecially on hills. Always try touse the jack on level surface.Be sure that the jack arm isfully inserted in the jack tube.Lower the vehicle ontosufficient capacity jackstandsbefore working under thevehicle.

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Important!

Unidirectional snow tires mustalways be mounted with arrow ontire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement.

Notes:

Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheels any time you rotate thewheels or wash the vehicleunderside.

The use of retread tires is notrecommended. Retread tires mayadversely affect the handlingcharacteristics and safety of thevehicle.

Dented or bent rims cause tirepressure loss and damage to thetire beads. For this reason, checkrims for damage at regular intervals.

The rim flanges must be checkedfor wear before a tire is mounted.Remove burrs, if there are any.

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Changing Wheels

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Move vehicle to a level areawhich is a safe distance fromthe roadway.

Set parking brake and turn onhazard warning flasher.

Turn off engine. Select 1st or reverse gear in vehicles withmanual transmission, or posi-tion in vehicles equippedwith automatic transmission.

Prevent vehicle from rollingaway by blocking wheels withwheel chocks (not supplied withvehicle) or wood block

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or stone. When changing awheel on a hill, place chockson the downhill side of eachwheel of the other axle. On alevel road, place one chock infront of and one behind the

wheel that is diagonallyopposite to the wheel beingchanged.

Using the combination wrench,loosen but do not yet removethe wheel bolts.

Remove the protective cover from the jack support tubeopening by inserting a screw-driver in the opening and prying

it out. (The tube openings arelocated directly behind the frontwheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings.)

Insert jack arm fully into thetube hole up to the stop.

Place jack on firm ground.Position the jack so that it willalways be vertical (plumb-line)as seen from the side (seearrow), even if the vehicle isparked on an incline. Jack upthe vehicle until the wheel isclear off the ground. Never startengine while vehicle is raised.

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Warning!

The jack is designed exclu-sively for jacking up the ve-hicle at the jack tubes builtinto either side of the vehicle.Use the jack only to lift thevehicle during a wheel change.Never get beneath the vehiclewhile it is supported by thejack. Keep hands and feetaway from the area under thelifted vehicle. Always firmlyset parking brake and blockwheels before raising vehiclewith jack.

Do not disengage parking

brake while vehicle is raised.certain that the jack isalways vertical when in use,especially on hills. Always tryto use the jack on level sur-face. Be sure that the jack armis fully inserted in the jacktube. Lower the vehicle ontosufficient capacity jackstandsbefore working under thevehicle.

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Unscrew wheel bolts com-pletely. Keep bolt threadsprotected from dirt and sand.While removing last bolt, holdwheel against hub to avoidpaint damage on rim.

Remove wheel.Screw the alignment bolt(supplied in tool kit) into theupper-most threaded hole.

Adjust the jack height so thatthe wheel can be slipped onwithout being lifted.

Install spare wheel on wheelhub. Insert wheel bolts andtighten them slightly.

To avoid paint damage, placewheel flat against hub andhold it there while installingfirst wheel bolt. Unscrew thealignment bolt to install thelast wheel bolt.

14. Lower car, remove jack.

15. Engage jack tube cover hookson top and snap bottom intoplace.

16. Tighten the five bolts evenly,always skipping one, until allbolts are tight. Observe a

tightening torque of 80(110 Nm).

17. Correct tire pressure.

Incorrect mounting bolts orimproperly tightened mountingbolts can cause the wheel to

Important!

When installing new wheels themounting bolts must be

after approx. 60 300 miles(100 500 km). Observe a tight-ening torque of 80 (110 Nm).

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Tire Inflation Pressure

A table (see fuel filler flap) lists thetire inflation pressures specifiedfor Mercedes-Benz recommendedtires as well as for the varyingoperating conditions.

Important!

Tire pressure differs by a prox.1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18” (10%)of air temperature change. Keepthis in mind when checking tirepressure inside a garage espe-cially in the winter.

Example:

If garage temperature =

approx. 68°F 20°C)and, ambient temperature =approx. + 32°F then theadjusted air pressure = specifiedair pressure + 3 psi (0.2 bar).

Tire pressures listed for light loadsare minimum values offering highdriving comfort.

Increased inflation pressures for heavy loads produce favorablehandling characteristics with

lighter loads and are perfectlypermissible. The ride of thevehicle, however, will becomesomewhat harder.

Tire temperature and pressureincrease with the vehicle speed.Tire pressure should thereforeonly be corrected on cold tires.Correct tire pressure in warm tiresonly if pressure had dropped

below the pressure listed in thetable and the respective operatingconditions are taken intoconsideration.

An underinflated tire due to a slowleak (e. g. due to a nail in the tire)may cause damage such as treadseparation, bulging etc.. Regular tire pressure checks (including thespare tire) at intervals of no morethan 14 days are therefore

essential.If a tire constantly loses air, itshould be inspected for damage.

Warning!

Do not overinflate tires. Over-inflating tires can result insudden deflation (blowout)because they are more likelyto become punctured or dam-aged by road debris, potholesetc.. Follow recommendedinflation pressures.

not overload the tires byexceeding the specified

capacity weight (as indi-cated by the label on the dri-ver’s door latch post). Over-loading the tires can overheatthem, possibly causing a

blowout.

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Headlamp Adjustment

Correct headlamp adjustment isextremely important. Check andreadjust headlamps at regular intervals and when a bulb has

been replaced.

Replacing Bulbs

Do not touch glass portion of bulbwith bare hands. Use plain paper or a clean cloth.

Install only 12 volt bulbs with thespecified watt rating.

Headlamp Assembly

Headlamp horizontal adjust-ment screw

Headlamp vertical adjustmentscrew

Fog lamp adjustment screw

High and low beam headlampcover

Fog lamp cover

Turn signal, parking, sidemarker and standing lamp bulb

Electrical connector for highand low beam headlamp bulb

8 Clamping ring for high andlow beam headlamp bulb

9 Fog lamp bulb

IO Electrical connector for foglamp bulb

Warning!

Halogen lamps contain pres-surized gas. A bulb can ex-plode if you

l touch or move it when hot,

l drop the bulb,

l scratch the bulb.

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Replacing bulbs:

Bulb for turn signal, parking, sidemarker and standing lamp

W/32/3 cp):

Turn bulb socket (6) with lamp

bulb to the left and pull out socket.

Push lamp bulb into socket andturn to the left and pull out bulb.

Bulb for high and low beam(Halogen type 9004):

Compress cover (4) at the top andremove upwards. Turn clampingring (8) counterclockwise anddetach. Take out bulb and pull off electrical connector (7).

Insert new bulb (flat side facingup), mount clamping ring (8) (withtab facing down) and turn clock-wise. Push electrical connector onsecurely.

Fog lamp bulb (Halogen type H 3):

Compress the retaining clip of thecover (5) at the top while removingit upwards, Pull off electrical con-nector (10). Disengage retaining

clip and remove bulb (9). Whenreplacing cover make sure itclicks into place.

Assemblies

Side marker lamp(10 W/6 cp bulb)

Turn signal lamp(21 W/32 cp bulb)

Stop lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb)

Tail, parking and standing lamp(10 W/6 cp bulb)

Backup lamp(21 W/32 cp bulb)

Rear fog lamp(21 W/32 cp bulb)(driver’s side only)

Turn both bulb carrier locks in the

trunk all the way to the left andremove bulb carrier. To replace abulb, push bulb in, turn to the leftand remove.

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High Mounted Stop Lamp

(21 W/32 bulb)To replace the bulb, pull tabs onboth sides (arrows) using ascrewdriver to release cover.

Press bulb down, turn counter-clockwise and remove.

Spark Plugs

Remove and install spark plugs(provided with sealing cone) onlywith combination wrench from thevehicle tools or with a recommen-

ded spark plug wrench.Tightening torque:8 15 (10 20 Nm).

For approved spark plugs see- - - - -- - - -- - - -

1“Technical Data”.

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License Plate Lamps

(5 W bulb)Loosen both the securing screws

lamp and take out

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Battery

The battery is a low maintenancetype. Check electrolyte level ineach cell every 15 000 miles(24 000 km) or once a year,whichever comes first.

Remove filler caps and refillbattery with distilled or tap water to full mark on inside of filler hole.Do not use a metal funnel.

Keep battery dry and clean.

The service life of the battery isalso dependent on its condition of charge. The battery should alwaysbe kept sufficiently charged, in

order to last an optimum length of time.

Therefore, we strongly recom-mend that you have the batterycharge checked frequently, andcorrected if necessary, espe-cially if you use the vehicle lessthan approximately 200 miles(300 km) per month, mostly forshort distance trips, or if it isnot used for long periods of

time.

Only charge a battery with abattery charger after it has beendisconnected from the vehicleelectrical circuit.

When removing and connectingthe battery, always make sure thatall electrical consumers are off and the key is in steering lockposition 0.

While the engine is running thebattery terminal clamps must notbe loosened or detached, other-wise the alternator and other electronic components would bedamaged.

Battery RecyclingBatteries contain materials thatcan harm the environment withimproper disposal.

Recycling of batteries is thepreferred method of disposal.

Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling.

Warning!

Never lean over batterieswhile connecting, you mightget injured.

Battery fluid contains sulfuric

acid. not allow this fluid tocome in contact with eyes,skin or clothing. In case itdoes, immediately flushaffected area with water andseek medical help.

A battery will also producehydrogen gas, which isflammable and explosive.Keep flames or sparks awayfrom battery, avoid improperconnection of jumper cables,smoking etc..

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Fuses

The fuse box is located in the en-gine compartment.

All equipment protected by fusesis listed by number and letter on alabel in the lid of the fuse box. Thenumbers and letters above thefuses correspond to the ones onthe label.

To exchange a fuse, releaseclamp (1) and raise fuse box

cover.

Before replacing a blown fuse,determine the cause of the shortcircuit.

Spare fuses are furnished insidethe fuse box. Observe amperageand color of fuse.

Always use a new fuse for re-placement. Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse.

After replacing a fuse, close fusebox cover and secure with clamp

Towing the Vehicle

The rear towing eye is locatedbelow at the right, below thebumper. The front towing eye islocated on the passenger sidebehind a flap in the bumper panel.

Flap removal: Insert finger inbottom recess of flap and pull flapout. Remove flap by pullingdownward.

Flap installation: Engage the flapat the top and press in the bottomsecurely.

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We recommend that the vehiclebe transported using flat bedequipment. This method is pre-ferable to other types of towing.

The vehicle may be towed with allof the wheels on the ground and

the selector lever in position “N”for distances up to 30 miles(50 km) (or gearshift lever inneutral position for distances up to75 miles km]) and at a speednot to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).

To positively avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission,however, we recommend todisconnect the drive shaft at therear axle drive flange on any

towing beyond a short tow to anearby garage.

Do not tow with sling-type equip-ment. Towing with sling-typeequipment over bumpy roads willdamage radiator and supports.

Use wheel lift, dolly, or flat bedequipment, with key in steeringlock turned to position 0.

Warning!

With the engine not running,there is no power assistancefor the braking and steeringsystems. In this case, it isimportant to keep in mind thata considerably higher degreeof effort is necessary to brakeand steer the vehicle.

Vehicles with Acceleration SlipControl (ASR)

Caution!

If the vehicle is towed with thefront axle raised, the key must not

be in steering lock position 2.Otherwise, the acceleration slipcontrol will immediately be en-gaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes.

Jump Starting

If the battery is discharged, theengine should only be started with jumper cables and the (12 V)battery of another vehicle.

Warning!Failure to follow these direc-tions will cause damage to theelectronic components, andcan lead to a battery explosionand personal injury.

Read all instructions beforeproceeding.

Proceed as follows:

1. Position the vehicle with thecharged battery so that the

jumper cables will reach, butnever let the vehicles touch.Make sure the jumper cablesdo not have loose or missinginsulation.

2. On both vehicles:

l Turn off engine and all lightsand accessories, excepthazard flashers or work

lights.l Apply parking brake and shift

selector lever to position(neutral for manual trans-mission).

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Important!

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Clamp one end of the first jumper cable to the positive terminal of the dischargedbattery and the other end to thepositive terminal on the

charged battery. Make sure thecable clamps do not touch anyother metal parts.

Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the groundednegative (-) terminal of thecharged battery and the finalconnection to a groundedheavy metal bracket in theengine compartment or on theengine of the disabled vehicle.

Make sure the cables are noton or near pulleys, fans or other parts that will move whenthe engine is started.

Start engine of the vehicle withthe charged battery and run athigh idle. Then start engine of the disabled vehicle in theusual manner.

6. After the engine has started,remove jumper cables byexactly reversing the aboveinstallation sequence, startingwith the last connection madefirst. When removing eachclamp, make sure that it does

not touch any other metal whilethe other end is still attached.

Important!

A discharged battery can freeze atapprox. + F (-1 In thatcase it must be thawed out before

jumper cables are used.

Jumper cable specifications:

l Minimum cable cross-section of

25 or approx. 2 AWGl Maximum length of 11.5 ft

(3.5 m).

Warning!

Never lean over batteries whileconnecting or jump starting,you might get injured.

Battery fluid contains sulfuricacid. Do not allow this fluid tocome in contact with eyes,skin, or clothing. In case itdoes, immediately flushaffected area with water,and seek medical help.

A battery will also producehydrogen gas, which isflammable and explosive.Keep flames or sparks awayfrom battery, avoid improper

connection of jumper cables,smoking etc..

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Manual Release of Fuel FillerFlap

Bend the top of the right trunkpanel (1) down slightly. Pull themanual release knob (2) whilesimultaneously opening the fuelfiller flap.

Emergency Operation of SlidingRoof

The sliding roof can be opened or closed manually should an electri-cal malfunction occur.

Fold back access cover in left sidepanel of trunk with a screwdriver.Insert socket wrench (from tool kit)through opening in panel andplace on the hex-drive of theelectric motor. Turn socket wrench(manually) to open or close roof asdesired.

To slide the roof closed or to raisethe roof at the rear: turn clockwise.

To slide the roof open or to lower the roof at the rear: turn counter-clockwise.

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Cleaning and Care of theVehicle

Warning!

Many cleaning products canbe hazardous. Some are poi-

sonous, others are flammable.Always follow the instructionson the particular container.Always open your car’s dooror windows when cleaning theinside.

Never use fluids or solventsthat are not designed forcleaning your car.

In operation, your vehicle is

subjected to varying externalinfluences which, if gone un-checked, can attack the paintworkas well as the underbody andcause lasting damage.

Such damage is caused not onlyby extreme and varying climaticconditions, but also by air pollu-tion, road salt, tar, gravel andstone chipping. Grease and oil,fuel, coolant, brake fluid, bird

droppings, tree resins etc. shouldbe removed immediately to avoid

paint damage. Frequent washing,however, reduces and/or elimi-nates the aggressiveness andpotency of the above adverseinfluences.

More frequent washings are

necessary to deal with unfavorableconditions; for example, near theocean, in industrial areas (smoke,exhaust emissions), or duringwinter operation.

You should check your vehiclefrom time to time for stone chip-ping or other damage. Any da-mage should be repaired as soonas possible to prevent the start of corrosion.

In doing so, do not neglect theunderside of the car. A prerequi-site for a thorough check is awashing of the underbody followedby a thorough inspection.Damaged areas need to beundercoated.

Your vehicle has been treated atthe factory with a wax-baserustproofing in the body cavities

which will last for the lifetime of the vehicle. Post-production

treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes-Benzbecause of the possibility of incompatibility between materialsused in the production processand others applied later.

We have selected car-care pro-ducts and compiled recommenda-tions which are specially matchedto our vehicles and which alwaysreflect the latest technology. Youcan obtain MB car-care productsat your authorized Mercedes-Benzdealer.

Scratches, corrosive deposits,corrosion or damage due tonegligent or incorrect care cannot

always be removed or repairedwith the car-care products recom-mended here. In such cases it isbest to seek aid at your authorizedMercedes-Benz dealer.

The following topics deal with thecleaning and care of your vehicleand give important “how-to”information as well as referencesto recommended MB car-care

products.

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Engine Cleaning

Corrosion protection, such asMB Anticorrosion Wax, should beapplied to the engine compartmentafter every engine cleaning. Be-fore applying, all control linkage

bushings should be lubricated.The poly-V-belt and all pulleysshould be protected from any wax.

Car Washing

Before washing your vehicle,remove insect residues. MB InsectRemover is recommended. Do notuse hot water or wash your car indirect sunlight. Use only a mild car

wash detergent, such as MBshampoo.

Thoroughly spray the car with adiffused jet of water. Direct only avery weak spray towards theventilation intake. Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge andchamois frequently.

Rinse with clear water and tho-roughly wipe dry with a chamois.Do not allow cleaning agents todry on the finish.

If the vehicle has been runthrough an automatic car wash

in particular one of the older installations rewipe the recessedsections in the taillamps (designedto prevent soiling) if necessary. Nosolvents (fuels, thinners etc.) mustbe used.

In the winter, thoroughly removeall traces of road salt as soon aspossible.

When washing the underbody, do

not forget to clean the inner sidesof the wheels.

Note:

It is advisable to lock the trunk lidbefore using an automatic car wash. The wash brush couldinadvertently open the trunk lid.

Tar Stains

Quickly remove tar stains beforethey dry and become more difficultto remove. MB Tar Remover isrecommended.

Window CleaningUse a window cleaning solution onvery dirty or oil-stained windows.

Wiper Blade

Clean the wiper blade rubber witha clean cloth and detergent solu-tion.

Replace blade twice a year; once

before and once after winter.

tieadlamp Cleaning System

The condition of the wiper bladesis important for satisfactory clean-ing of the headlamp lenses. Wetherefore recommend that theblades be inspected regularly.

Replace damaged wiper blades.

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Plastic Parts, Headlinerand Rubber Parts

Do not use oil or wax on theseparts. See following page for additional information.

Seat BeltsThe webbing must not be treatedwith chemical cleaning agents.Use only clear, lukewarm water and soap. Do not dry the webbingat temperatures above 176°F(80°C) or in direct sunlight.

Instrument Cluster

Use a gentle dish-washing deter-gent or mild detergent for delicatefabrics as a washing solution.Wipe with a cloth moistened inlukewarm solution. Do not use

scouring agents.

Steering Wheel and Gear ShiftLever

Wipe with a damp cloth and drythroughly or clean with MBLeather Cleaner.

Hard Plastic Trim Items,Shelf Below Wear Window,

Headliner etc.Pour MB Plastic Cleaner onto softlint-free cloth and apply with lightpressure.

Upholstery

Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have thetendency to give off coloring (e. g.when wet etc.) may cause theupholstery to become permanently

discolored. By lining the seats witha proper intermediate cover,contact-discoloration will beprevented.

MB Tex UpholsteryPour MB Plastic Cleaner onto softlint-free cloth and apply with lightpressure.

Leather UpholsteryWipe leather upholstery with a

damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with MB Leather Cleaner.Exercise particular care whencleaning perforated leather as itsunderside should not become wet.

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Paintwork, Painted BodyComponents

MB-Paint Protector and Sealer should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not“bead up”; normally in 3 5

months depending on climate andwashing detergent used.

MB-Paint-Polish should be appliedif paint surface shows signs of dirtembedding (i. e. loss of gloss).

MB-Fine Polishing Paste must beused when the paint surfaceshows signs of excessive fading/chalking due to lack of care etc..

Do not apply any of these pro-ducts or wax if your car is parkedin the sun or if the hood is still hot.

Use the appropriate MB-Touch-UpStick for quick and provisionalrepairs of minor paint damage

(i. e. chips from stones, car doorsetc.).

Automatic Antenna

For trouble-free operation of theautomatic antenna, we recom-mend to clean the antenna mastperiodically.

Ornamental Moldings

For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome-plated parts, usea chrome cleaner.

Light Alloy Wheels

MB-Autoshampoo should be usedfor regular cleaning of the lightalloy wheels.

If possible, clean wheels once aweek with MB-Autoshampoo,using a soft sponge and an amplesupply of lukewarm water.

If the MB-Autoshampoo doesnot satisfactorily clean the wheels,use MB-Protective Agent for Light

Alloy Wheels for normal cleaningand MB-Cleaner for Light AlloyWheels for heavier dirtaccumulation.

Follow instructions on container.

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Head Restraints

Removing front seat headrestraints:

Move the manually adjustablehead restraint slightly forward andpull up to the stop.

Bring the power adjustable headrestraint to it’s highest position.

Depress release button (1) be-neath the covering ma-terial and pull head restraint upsharply, holding it by the left headrestraint post (viewed in drivingdirection). Then pull out headrestraint completely with bothhands.

The release button (1) is locatedbelow the left head restraint poston both front seats.

Installing front seat head re-straints:

Insert the head restraint and pushit down.

With power head restraint it maybe necessary to first push up ad-

justment switch for 5 seconds. Adjust head restraint to the de-sired position.

Removing rear seat head re-straints:

Pull head restraint up until detentis felt. Then pull it out sharplyusing both hands.

Installing rear seat head restraints:Insert the head restraint and pushit down.

Adjust head restraint to the de-sired position.

with properly positioned head

the vehiclehead restraints.nts are intended toinjuries during an

For positioning of head restraintsrefer to sections Head Restraints,Front, and Head Restraints, Rear in Index.

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Rear Seat Cushion Ashtrays

Removal: Push tabs (1) (left and By touching the cover lightly, theright side of seat) down and pull ashtray opens automatically.up the front of the seat cushion.

Installation: Slide rear edge of cushion under the backrest so thatboth wire loops under the backrestengage at the seat cushion. Pushfront of cushion down until it locksin place.

Removal of front ashtray:

Prior to removing the ashtrayinsert move gear selector lever toposition “N”.

gear selector lever inposition “N”, turn off theengine and set the parkingbrake. Otherwise the vehicle

Push the sliding knob (1) towardthe right to eject the insert.

Installation:

Install insert into ashtrav frameand push down to engage.

Removal of rear ashtray:

Open ashtray against stop. Pressdown center spring and removeashtray.

Installation:

Insert ashtray bottom into frame,push down release spring and

close ashtray.

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Roof Rack

Use only those roof racksapproved by Mercedes-Benz toavoid damage to the vehicle.Follow manufacturer’s installationinstructions.

Mount supports only betweenmarkings on border of roof whichare visible when doors areopened.

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Replacing Wiper BladesFor safety reasons, remove keyfrom steering lock before replacinga wiper blade, otherwise the motor can suddenly turn on and causeinjury.

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Windshield Wiper Blade

Removal:

Fold wiper arm forward. Presssafety tab down push wiper blade downward (2) and remove.

Installation:

Press safety tab of new wiper blade down. Insert wiper bladebetween the tabs (3) on the wiper arm and slide into end of wiper arm. Then press safety tab upwarduntil it locks in place.

Note:

Do not open engine hood with

wiper arm folded forward.

Headlamp Wiper Blades

Removal:

Fold wiper arm forward. Lift safetyspring tab, press out pin (1) andremove wiper blade.

Installation:

Place wiper blade in the wiper armand insert pin (1).

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Spare Parts Service

All authorized Mercedes-Benzdealers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for maintenance and repair work. Inaddition, strategically located parts

distribution centers provide quickand reliable parts service. Morethan 300,000 different spare parts,even for older models, are avail-able.

Mercedes-Benz original spareparts are subjected to the moststringent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically devel-oped, manufactured or selected 190 E 2.3for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz

vehicles. Layout of Poly-V-belt DriveTherefore, Mercedes-Benz original Automatic belt tensioner

spare parts should be installed. 2 Crankshaft

3 Air conditioning compressor

4 Fan

5 Air pump

6 Alternator

190 E 2.6

7 Idler pulley8 Power steering pump

9 190E2.3:pump

Coolant

For dimensions of the poly-V-belt,see Technical Data in Index.

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