2014 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS CABRIOLET Owner’s Manual

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is the perfect combination of luxury, style, and the fun of driving with the top down. This convertible is a great example of the Mercedes-Benz brand’s reputation for style and performance. It has an elegant design, a range of powerful engine choices, and a carefully made interior. The E-Class Cabriolet is a refined and exciting way to drive, whether you’re going down the highway or taking a scenic drive along winding roads. It’s perfect for people who want a good mix of luxury and top-down driving.

Introduction

Protection of the environment

Environmental note
Daimler’s declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection. The objectives are for the natural resources that form the basis of our existence on this planet to be used sparingly and in a manner that takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into account. You too can help to protect the environment by operating your vehicle in an environmentally responsible manner. Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake, and tire wear are affected by these factors:

• operating conditions of your vehicle
• your personal driving style

You can influence both factors. You should bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:

• avoid short trips as these increase fuel consumption.
• always make sure that the tire pressures are correct.
• do not carry any unnecessary weight.
• remove roof racks once you no longer need them.
• a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute to environmental protection. You should therefore adhere to the service intervals.
• always have service work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

Personal driving style:

• do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.
• do not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary.
• drive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
• avoid frequent, sudden acceleration
• change gears in good time, and use each gear only up to ²⁄³ of its maximum engine speed.
• switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
• keep an eye on the vehicle’s fuel consumption.

Environmental concerns and recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require you to dispose of materials, first try to regenerate or re-use them. Observe the relevant environmental rules and regulations when disposing of materials. In this way, you will help to protect the environment.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Environmental note: Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major assemblies and parts that are of the same quality as new parts. They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new parts.

Airbags and Emergency Tensioning Devices, as well as control units and sensors for these restraint systems, may be installed in the following areas of your vehicle:

• doors
• door pillars
• door sills
• seats
• cockpit
• instrument cluster
• center console

Do not install accessories such as audio systems in these areas. Do not carry out repairs or welding. You could impair the operating efficiency of the restraint systems. Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop. You could jeopardize the operating safety of your vehicle if you use parts, tires, and wheels as well as accessories relevant to safety that have not been approved by Mercedes. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal quality. Only use tires, wheels, and accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to strict quality control. Every part has been specifically developed, manufactured, or selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should therefore be used. More than 300,000 different genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are available for Mercedes-Benz models. All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts for necessary service and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts delivery centers provide quick and reliable parts service. Always specify the vehicle identification number (VIN) (Y page 382) and the engine number (Y page 383) when ordering genuine Mercedes-Benz parts.

Vehicle Equipment
This Operator’s Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of going to print. Country-specific differences are possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not feature all the functions described here. This also applies to safety-relevant systems and functions. The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations. The original purchase agreement lists all systems installed in your vehicle. Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter. The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept in the vehicle.

Service and vehicle operation
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties:

1. New Vehicle Limited Warranty
2. Emission Systems Warranty
3. Emission Performance Warranty
4. California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty
5. State warranty enforcement laws (lemon laws)

Information for customers in California
Under California law, you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of 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 fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty. During the period of 18 months from the original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18,000 miles (approximately 29,000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs:

1. the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,
2. the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or
3. the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days.

Maintenance
The Service and Warranty Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be done at regular intervals.
Always have the Service and Warranty Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The service advisor will record every service for you in the Service and Warranty Booklet.

Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

• Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available.
• unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic converter may not be available. Leaded fuel may cause damage to the catalytic converter.
• The fuel may have a considerably lower octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause engine damage.

Some Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe through our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the following addresses.

Operating safety

1. If you do not have the prescribed service/maintenance work or any required repairs carried out, this can result in malfunctions or system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
2. Always have the prescribed service/maintenance work as well as any required repairs carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
3. If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident.
4. Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
5. Modifications to electronic components, their software as well and wiring can impair their function and/or the function of other networked components. In particular, systems relevant to safety could also be affected. As a result, these may no longer function as intended and/or jeopardize the operating safety of the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an accident and injury.
6. Never tamper with the wiring as well as electronic components or their software. You should have all work to electrical and electronic equipment carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
7. There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
   • the vehicle becomes stuck,e.g. on a high curb or an unpaved road
   • you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a curb or a hole in the road
   • a heavy object strikes the undercarriage or parts of the chassis

In situations like this, the body, the undercarriage, chassis parts, wheels, or tires could be damaged without the damage being visible. Components damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an accident, no longer withstand the strain they are designed to. If the underbody paneling is damaged, combustible materials such as leaves, grass, or twigs can gather between the underbody and the underbody paneling. If these materials come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust system for an extended period, they can catch fire. In such cases, have the vehicle checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. If on continuing your journey you notice that driving safety is impaired, pull over and stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. In such cases, visit a qualified specialist workshop.

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