Mercedes-Benz 2004 E 55 AMG User Manual
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Contents
Driving systems ................................. 215
Cruise control............................... 215
Distronic*..................................... 218
Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* ......... 230
Parktronic system*
(Parking assist)............................. 233
Loading .............................................. 237
Roof rack*.................................... 237
Ski sack*...................................... 237
Split rear bench seat* .................. 240
Expanding the cargo area*........... 242
Loading instructions..................... 243
Cargo tie-down rings* .................. 244
Useful features .................................. 245
Storage compartments................. 245
Ashtrays ....................................... 249
Cigarette lighter ........................... 250
12-V socket* ................................ 251
Heated steering wheel* ............... 251
Telephone*................................... 252
Tele Aid* ...................................... 253
Garage door opener ..................... 261
Operation ......................................... 267
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ......... 268
Driving instructions............................ 269
Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 269
Drinking and driving ..................... 269
Pedals .......................................... 269
Power assistance ......................... 270
Brakes.......................................... 270
Driving off .................................... 272
Parking......................................... 272
Tires ............................................. 272
Hydroplaning................................ 273
Tire traction.................................. 274
Tire speed rating .......................... 274
Winter driving instructions ........... 275
Standing water............................. 276
Passenger compartment .............. 277
Driving abroad.............................. 277
Control and operation of radio
transmitter ................................... 277
Catalytic converter....................... 278
Emission control .......................... 278
Coolant temperature.................... 279
At the gas station .............................. 280
Refueling...................................... 280
Check regularly and before
a long trip..................................... 281
Engine compartment ......................... 283
Hood ............................................ 283
Engine oil ..................................... 284
Transmission fluid level................ 287
Coolant level ................................ 287
Battery ......................................... 288
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*......... 289
Tires and wheels................................ 291
Important guidelines .................... 291
Life of tire .................................... 292
Direction of rotation..................... 292
Checking tire inflation pressure ... 292
Rotating wheels ........................... 295
Winter driving .................................... 297
Winter tires .................................. 297
Block heater* (Canada only) ........ 298
Snow chains................................. 298