Driving and operating a vehicle Mercedes E-Class (W124)
Starting and stopping the engine Before launch Before starting the engine, immobilize the vehicle by applying the parking brake. On manual transmission models, place the shift lever in neutral, and on...
Driving Instructions Never coast with the engine off Many units don't work (e.g. signaling devices, brake booster, power steering, airbag systems). You are putting yourself and other road...
Manual Transmission The position of the gear lever when the corresponding gear is engaged is marked on the top of the gear shift knob. Four speed gearbox Five-speed gearbox Five-speed...
Automatic transmission The automatic transmission selects the appropriate gear depending on the position of the gear selector lever, vehicle speed and accelerator pedal position. Attention!...
Automatic transmission mode switch S - Normal mode E - Economy mode The economy mode is used when driving on flat terrain with slight accelerations, as well as when driving on slippery roadways in winter....
Cruise control system Cruise control provides the ability to memorize and maintain any speed constant, from about 40 km / h to almost maximum. Cruise control is controlled by a lever located...
Four wheel drive (4 MATIC) Service lever positions: 1 - Normal working position; 2 - The position at which diagnostics are performed. When the ignition key is turned to position 2, the yellow...
Opening and closing the hood Hood opening Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle to open the hood latch. When the hood lock is opened, the handle extends slightly from the radiator grille...
Exhaust gas exhaust system Attention! During the first trip, the wax and oils present in the exhaust system may smoke. Let this process go through to the end in an open area. Attention! Avoid...
If the engine does not start If the engine does not start and the starter does not work If it is an automatic transmission model, make sure the shift lever is in P or N. Open the hood and make sure...
Wheel replacement On Sedan and Coupe models, the spare wheel and tools are located in the luggage compartment. Raise the carpet and remove the tool kit and jack. Unscrew the lock and...
Checking the tightness of connections The presence of puddles on the garage floor or engine, or obvious moisture under the hood or on the underside of the vehicle, suggests a leak that needs to be found and...
Towing a car The front towing eye is located under the trim at the bottom of the front bumper. Towing should be carried out under the following conditions. Use the correct tow rope....