2016 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS CABRIOLET Owner’s Manual

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is a great example of automotive excellence. It has a timeless style, state-of-the-art engineering, and a level of luxury that no other car can match. Made to be awe-inspiring, this convertible masterpiece lets both the driver and the riders enjoy the symphony of wind and road as they experience the perfect mix of speed and style. Its sleek shape gives a hint of the power that lies under the hood, and the luxurious interior, with its high-quality materials and cutting-edge features, is an oasis of comfort and style. The E-Class Cabriolet has a long history of innovation, and it uses cutting-edge technology like advanced driver-assistance systems and easy-to-use electronics to keep you connected and safe on every trip.

Overview of climate control systems

Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control

1. Switches air-recirculation mode on/off (page 125)
2. Defrosts the windshield (page 123)
3. Switches the ZONE function on/off (page 123)
4. Display
5. Sets climate control to automatic (page 121)
6. Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off (page 121)
7. Switches the rear window defroster on/off (page 124)
8. Activates/deactivates climate control (page 120)
9. Sets the temperature, right (page 122)
10. Sets the air distribution (page 122)
11. Sets the airflow (page 123)
12. Sets the temperature, left (page 122)

Tire pressure

Notes on tire pressure

WARNING: Risk of accident due to insufficient or excessive tire pressure.

Underinflated or overinflated tires pose the following risks:

• The tires may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
• The tires may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire traction.
• The driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may be greatly impaired.

Comply with the recommended tire pressure and check the tire pressure of all tires including the spare wheel regularly:

• at least once a month
• when the load changes
• before embarking on a longer journey
• if operating conditions change, e.g. off-road driving

Adjust the tire pressure as necessary. Driving with tire pressure that is too high or too low can:

• Shorten the service life of the tires.
• Cause increased tire damage.
• Adversely affects driving characteristics and thus driving safety, e.g. due to hydroplaning.

WARNING: Risk of an accident due to insufficient tire pressure

Tires with pressure that is too low can overheat and burst as a result.
In addition, they also suffer from excessive and/or irregular wear, which can significantly impair the braking properties and handling characteristics.
Avoid excessively low tire pressures in all the tires, including the spare wheel. Tire pressure that is too low can cause:

1. Tire defects as a result of overheating
2. Impaired handling characteristics
3. Irregular wear
4. Increased fuel consumption

WARNING: Risk of accident from excessive tire pressure

Tires with excessively high pressure can burst because they are damaged more easily by highway fill, potholes, etc.
In addition, they also suffer from irregular wear, which can significantly impair the braking properties and handling characteristics.
Avoid excessively high tire pressures in all the tires, including the spare wheel. Excessively high tire pressure can result in:

• Increased braking distance
• Impaired handling characteristics
• Irregular wear
• Impaired driving comfort
• Susceptibility to damage

WARNING: Risk of an accident caused by the repeated drop in tire pressure

If the tire pressure drops repeatedly, the wheel, valve, or tire may be damaged.
Insufficient tire pressure can cause the tires to burst.

• Inspect the tire for signs of foreign objects.
• Check whether the wheel or valve has a leak.
• If you are unable to rectify the damage, contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  You can find information on tire pressure for the vehicle’s factory-installed tires on the following labels:

• Tire and Loading Information placard on the B‑pillar of your vehicle.
• Tire pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
• Observe the maximum tire pressure.
• Use a suitable tire pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. The outer appearance of a tire does not permit any reliable conclusion about the tire pressure.

Vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system: You can also check the tire pressure using the onboard computer.
Only correct tire pressure when the tires are cold. Conditions for cold tires:

• The vehicle has been parked with the tires out of direct sunlight for at least three hours.
• The vehicle has traveled less than 1 mile (1.6 km).

A rise in the tire temperature of 18 °F (10 °C) increases the tire pressure by approx. 10 kPa (0.1 bar/1.5 psi). Take this into account when checking the tire pressure of warm tires. The tire pressure recommended for increased load/speed in the tire pressure table can affect ride comfort.

WARNING: Risk of accident from unsuitable accessories on the tire valves
If you mount unsuitable accessories onto tire valves, the tire valves may be overloaded and malfunction, which can cause tire pressure loss. Tire pressure monitoring systems for retrofitting will cause the tire valve to remain open. This can also result in tire pressure loss.
Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tire valve.

Engine compartment

Hood
Important safety notes

WARNING
If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view. There is a risk of an accident.
Never unlatch the hood while driving. Before every trip, ensure that the hood is locked.
When opening and closing the hood, it may suddenly fall into the closed position. There is a risk of injury to persons within range of movement of the hood.
Open and close the hood only when no one is within its range of movement.
Opening the hood when the engine is over-heated or when there is a fire in the engine compartment could expose you to hot gases or other service products. There is a risk of injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before opening the hood. If there is a fire in the engine compartment, keep the hood closed and contact the fire department.
The engine compartment contains moving components. Certain components, such as the radiator fan, may continue to run or start again suddenly when the ignition is off. There is a risk of injury.
If you need to do any work inside the engine compartment:

• switch off the ignition
• never reach into the area where there is a risk of danger from moving components, such as the fan rotation area
• remove jewelry and watches
• keep items of clothing and hair, for example, away from moving parts

WARNING
The ignition system and the fuel injection sys-tem work under high voltage. If you touch components which are under voltage, you could get an electric shock. There is a risk of injury.
Never touch components of the ignition sys-tem or fuel injection system when the ignition is switched on.

Opening the hood
WARNING Certain components in the engine compart-ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts of the exhaust system, can become very hot. Working in the engine compartment poses a risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the following.
When the hood is open and the windshield wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers and the ignition before opening the hood.
Make sure that the windshield wipers are not folded away from the windshield. You could otherwise damage the windshield wip-ers or the hood.

• Make sure that the windshield wipers are turned off.
• Pull release lever : on the hood. The hood is released.
• Reach into the gap, pull hood catch handle 1 up and lift the hood.
  If you lift the hood by approximately 15 in (40 cm), the hood is opened and held open automatically by the gas-filled strut.

Closing the hood

• Lower the hood and let it fall from a height of approximately 8 in (20 cm).
• Check that the hood has engaged properly.
  If the hood can be raised slightly, it is not properly engaged. Open it again and close it with a little more force.

Engine oil
General notes
Depending on your driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per 600 miles (1,000 km). The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds.
Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be in a different location.
When checking the oil level:

• park the vehicle on a level surface.
• the engine should be switched off for approximately five minutes if the engine is at normal operating temperature.
• if the engine is not at normal operating temperature, e.g. if the engine was only started briefly, wait about 30 minutes before carrying out the measurement.

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