Few questions from New old guy
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Few questions from New old guy
hello everyone. Im new to this board and MB in general . I recently got an 09 E350 w/ sport package and have a few questions as i dont have a manual . My questions are:
1. Is the side view mirror supposed to tilt downward when the tranny is in reverse?
2. Is the steering wheel supposed to retract when the engine is turned off, making it easier on egress/ingress?
3. Tires- will 255's fit on the front? CUrrently have 245/265 (F/R).
4. Comfort and Sport modes- what exactly are the differences? I can only detect a slightly stiffer ride in S but cant see or feel anything w/ regards to throttle response, steering , and shift points.
5. Is there a dipstick for the Tranny?
6. Oil-MB recommends 0-40. Are other viscosities, like say 0-30, allowed?
7. How do i activate the headlight washers? I cant find the button/lever anywhere!
8. The panoramtic sunroof creaks and makes noises especially when the car flex over uneven surfaces. Is this normal?
9. There are some small cracks in the wood (or clear coat?) on the dash and ashtray area. Could this be covered under warranty?
thank you!
Kosmo
1. Is the side view mirror supposed to tilt downward when the tranny is in reverse?
2. Is the steering wheel supposed to retract when the engine is turned off, making it easier on egress/ingress?
3. Tires- will 255's fit on the front? CUrrently have 245/265 (F/R).
4. Comfort and Sport modes- what exactly are the differences? I can only detect a slightly stiffer ride in S but cant see or feel anything w/ regards to throttle response, steering , and shift points.
5. Is there a dipstick for the Tranny?
6. Oil-MB recommends 0-40. Are other viscosities, like say 0-30, allowed?
7. How do i activate the headlight washers? I cant find the button/lever anywhere!
8. The panoramtic sunroof creaks and makes noises especially when the car flex over uneven surfaces. Is this normal?
9. There are some small cracks in the wood (or clear coat?) on the dash and ashtray area. Could this be covered under warranty?
thank you!
Kosmo
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1. Is the side view mirror supposed to tilt downward when the tranny is in reverse? NO
2. Is the steering wheel supposed to retract when the engine is turned off, making it easier on egress/ingress? wHEN THE HEY IS REMOVED
3. Tires- will 255's fit on the front? CUrrently have 245/265 (F/R).
4. Comfort and Sport modes- what exactly are the differences? I can only detect a slightly stiffer ride in S but cant see or feel anything w/ regards to throttle response, steering , and shift points. SHIFT POINTS MOVE IN S AND IN C THE TRANS DOES NOT START OFF OR END UP IN 1ST EVER
5. Is there a dipstick for the Tranny? NO
6. Oil-MB recommends 0-40. Are other viscosities, like say 0-30, allowed? STICK WITH WHATS RECCOMENDED.
7. How do i activate the headlight washers? I cant find the button/lever anywhere! THEY SPRAY AUTOMATICALLY EVERY 7TH TIME THE WIPERS WASHERS ARE USED I THINK. ITS NOT MANUAL IN THE 09S
8. The panoramtic sunroof creaks and makes noises especially when the car flex over uneven surfaces. Is this normal? YES
9. There are some small cracks in the wood (or clear coat?) on the dash and ashtray area. Could this be covered under warranty?
CANT SAY, BUT PROBABLY SHOULD BE
MANUALS ARE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD AT MBUSA.COM
2. Is the steering wheel supposed to retract when the engine is turned off, making it easier on egress/ingress? wHEN THE HEY IS REMOVED
3. Tires- will 255's fit on the front? CUrrently have 245/265 (F/R).
4. Comfort and Sport modes- what exactly are the differences? I can only detect a slightly stiffer ride in S but cant see or feel anything w/ regards to throttle response, steering , and shift points. SHIFT POINTS MOVE IN S AND IN C THE TRANS DOES NOT START OFF OR END UP IN 1ST EVER
5. Is there a dipstick for the Tranny? NO
6. Oil-MB recommends 0-40. Are other viscosities, like say 0-30, allowed? STICK WITH WHATS RECCOMENDED.
7. How do i activate the headlight washers? I cant find the button/lever anywhere! THEY SPRAY AUTOMATICALLY EVERY 7TH TIME THE WIPERS WASHERS ARE USED I THINK. ITS NOT MANUAL IN THE 09S
8. The panoramtic sunroof creaks and makes noises especially when the car flex over uneven surfaces. Is this normal? YES
9. There are some small cracks in the wood (or clear coat?) on the dash and ashtray area. Could this be covered under warranty?
CANT SAY, BUT PROBABLY SHOULD BE
MANUALS ARE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD AT MBUSA.COM
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Wow, lots of misinformation Barry.
1. Is the side view mirror supposed to tilt downward when the tranny is in reverse? NO
WRONG. yes it is. So you can see the curb when backing up. It's an optional setting.
3. Tires- will 255's fit on the front? CUrrently have 245/265 (F/R).
You should be fine with 255s as long as you keep your a/r the same.
4. Comfort and Sport modes- what exactly are the differences? I can only detect a slightly stiffer ride in S but cant see or feel anything w/ regards to throttle response, steering , and shift points. SHIFT POINTS MOVE IN S AND IN C THE TRANS DOES NOT START OFF OR END UP IN 1ST EVER
To really tell the difference here, turn the key to position 2, hold gas pedal down to kickdown for 5 seconds, key off then on. resets the self learning function of the car.
9. There are some small cracks in the wood (or clear coat?) on the dash and ashtray area. Could this be covered under warranty?
I'm unaware of any such warranty item.
WRONG. yes it is. So you can see the curb when backing up. It's an optional setting.
3. Tires- will 255's fit on the front? CUrrently have 245/265 (F/R).
You should be fine with 255s as long as you keep your a/r the same.
4. Comfort and Sport modes- what exactly are the differences? I can only detect a slightly stiffer ride in S but cant see or feel anything w/ regards to throttle response, steering , and shift points. SHIFT POINTS MOVE IN S AND IN C THE TRANS DOES NOT START OFF OR END UP IN 1ST EVER
To really tell the difference here, turn the key to position 2, hold gas pedal down to kickdown for 5 seconds, key off then on. resets the self learning function of the car.
9. There are some small cracks in the wood (or clear coat?) on the dash and ashtray area. Could this be covered under warranty?
I'm unaware of any such warranty item.
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7. How do i activate the headlight washers? I cant find the button/lever anywhere! THEY SPRAY AUTOMATICALLY EVERY 7TH TIME THE WIPERS WASHERS ARE USED I THINK. ITS NOT MANUAL IN THE 09S
8. The panoramtic sunroof creaks and makes noises especially when the car flex over uneven surfaces. Is this normal? YES
8. The panoramtic sunroof creaks and makes noises especially when the car flex over uneven surfaces. Is this normal? YES
I also have the pano roof and thank god I was able to get rid of the creaking noises. My local MB dealer apparently has a "pano expert" and when the noises were brought to their attention they managed to make them all go away. They did some lubrication and made some other "adjustments" but if they know what they are doing and meticulous enough they can make the noises go away.
I think the pano roof actually calls for "maintenance" every year or two to prevent noises from coming back. Anyone know what the duration is for pano roof maintenance/lubrication?
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Welecome to the board. You can download a copy of the owners manual from the MBUSA website below. You'll need to sign up, but no charge.
http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/servic...mand_manuals#1
Also be sure to read Konigstiger's "sticky" on "Free access to MBUSA parts catalog". (Free to US residents). There you can get a datacard that will show the options that your car came with.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...s-catalog.html
Post some pictures of your new ride!
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It may be that this feature has to be enabled in the system-see the following posts--
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...r-08-e350.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...r-08-e350.html
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A/R is the aspect ratio of the tire..its the second number (i.e. 245/45r/17)
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If i recall, it's a combination of both. You have to set it on the in-dash menu. But when you are reversing, the right mirror adjustment button needs to be pressed as well. If it is not, the mirror won't tilt.
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epiphany = had.
I was wondering why sometimes after I detailed my interior (read: wiped down door panel) the mirror wouldn't tilt. Good lord
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Take the car to your MB dealer, request them to activate this feature. I had an 08E350 (the dealer where I bought the car said " this model year do NOT have this feature "), I come to 3 different MB dealers in my local (OC,CA), the 3rd dealer (Fletcher Jones Motorcars of Newport Beach, CA), activate this feature in 15 minutes (without charge). Not all the MB dealer have the same knowledge on the cars they are selling, even they have all the access to MB SDS machine. Bigger dealer (like Fletcher Jones) have the BEST technicians know how !!!. Do a search, there will be some MB dealer in your local know HOW TO ACTIVATE this feature. If not, go to the next dealer, until you find someone know how to activate this feature. Good luck !!!!.
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Hey Barry I got the HEy out! i figured out the retracting steering wheel.
Its in the dash menu under "convenience." I think "Inconvenience" would have been more appropriate!
Also a dealer told me that a noticeable crack in the wood is covered under warranty.
One more-
did our cars come w/ active Bi-Xenon
headlamps? I have the P2 package and dont recall if its "active."
From the book :
"The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the
vehicle’s steering angle and speed, then
automatically shift their beams to either
side to better follow the curvature of the
road ahead, increasing usable illumination
over conventional headlamps. "
Its in the dash menu under "convenience." I think "Inconvenience" would have been more appropriate!
Also a dealer told me that a noticeable crack in the wood is covered under warranty.
One more-
did our cars come w/ active Bi-Xenon
headlamps? I have the P2 package and dont recall if its "active."
From the book :
"The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the
vehicle’s steering angle and speed, then
automatically shift their beams to either
side to better follow the curvature of the
road ahead, increasing usable illumination
over conventional headlamps. "
Last edited by kosmo; 04-03-2012 at 08:09 PM.
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Hey Barry I got the HEy out! i figured out the retracting steering wheel.
Its in the dash menu under "convenience." I think "Inconvenience" would have been more appropriate!
Also a dealer told me that a noticeable crack in the wood is covered under warranty.
One more-
did our cars come w/ active Bi-Xenon
headlamps? I have the P2 package and dont recall if its "active."
From the book :
"The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the
vehicle’s steering angle and speed, then
automatically shift their beams to either
side to better follow the curvature of the
road ahead, increasing usable illumination
over conventional headlamps. "
Its in the dash menu under "convenience." I think "Inconvenience" would have been more appropriate!
Also a dealer told me that a noticeable crack in the wood is covered under warranty.
One more-
did our cars come w/ active Bi-Xenon
headlamps? I have the P2 package and dont recall if its "active."
From the book :
"The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the
vehicle’s steering angle and speed, then
automatically shift their beams to either
side to better follow the curvature of the
road ahead, increasing usable illumination
over conventional headlamps. "
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Hey Barry I got the HEy out! i figured out the retracting steering wheel.
Its in the dash menu under "convenience." I think "Inconvenience" would have been more appropriate!
Also a dealer told me that a noticeable crack in the wood is covered under warranty.
One more-
did our cars come w/ active Bi-Xenon
headlamps? I have the P2 package and dont recall if its "active."
From the book :
"The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the
vehicle’s steering angle and speed, then
automatically shift their beams to either
side to better follow the curvature of the
road ahead, increasing usable illumination
over conventional headlamps. "
Its in the dash menu under "convenience." I think "Inconvenience" would have been more appropriate!
Also a dealer told me that a noticeable crack in the wood is covered under warranty.
One more-
did our cars come w/ active Bi-Xenon
headlamps? I have the P2 package and dont recall if its "active."
From the book :
"The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the
vehicle’s steering angle and speed, then
automatically shift their beams to either
side to better follow the curvature of the
road ahead, increasing usable illumination
over conventional headlamps. "
Once you know what to expect while you're driving at night, its really easy to see the headlights dart into a curve, then snap back as you come out of it. Its NOT a slow motion or a huge arc. They only turn when you're driving.
However, I had an '04 that was supposed to come with Active bi xenons, but was built & shipped with non active ones probably due to not having them on hand when the car went down the assembly line... so anything's possible The user "Konigstiger" can get you a "build sheet" which will list the code for every option/variation that went into your car as it went down the assembly line if you send him your VIN. He is very "knowledgeable" with these cars and MB.
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hello everyone. Im new to this board and MB in general . I recently got an 09 E350 w/ sport package and have a few questions as i dont have a manual . My questions are:
1. Is the side view mirror supposed to tilt downward when the tranny is in reverse?
2. Is the steering wheel supposed to retract when the engine is turned off, making it easier on egress/ingress?
3. Tires- will 255's fit on the front? CUrrently have 245/265 (F/R).
4. Comfort and Sport modes- what exactly are the differences? I can only detect a slightly stiffer ride in S but cant see or feel anything w/ regards to throttle response, steering , and shift points.
5. Is there a dipstick for the Tranny?
6. Oil-MB recommends 0-40. Are other viscosities, like say 0-30, allowed?
7. How do i activate the headlight washers? I cant find the button/lever anywhere!
8. The panoramtic sunroof creaks and makes noises especially when the car flex over uneven surfaces. Is this normal?
9. There are some small cracks in the wood (or clear coat?) on the dash and ashtray area. Could this be covered under warranty?
thank you!
Kosmo
1. Is the side view mirror supposed to tilt downward when the tranny is in reverse?
2. Is the steering wheel supposed to retract when the engine is turned off, making it easier on egress/ingress?
3. Tires- will 255's fit on the front? CUrrently have 245/265 (F/R).
4. Comfort and Sport modes- what exactly are the differences? I can only detect a slightly stiffer ride in S but cant see or feel anything w/ regards to throttle response, steering , and shift points.
5. Is there a dipstick for the Tranny?
6. Oil-MB recommends 0-40. Are other viscosities, like say 0-30, allowed?
7. How do i activate the headlight washers? I cant find the button/lever anywhere!
8. The panoramtic sunroof creaks and makes noises especially when the car flex over uneven surfaces. Is this normal?
9. There are some small cracks in the wood (or clear coat?) on the dash and ashtray area. Could this be covered under warranty?
thank you!
Kosmo
There seems to be adequate answers already in this form but also a bit of conflict and mis-information, so I will answer with my "expertise" anyway:
1. Yes, the mirror is supposed to tilt downward as a feature to help with parallel parking and the curb, I actually find it helpful when doing so. I believe it can be disabled.
2. Yes, when my steering wheel is set low enough it will retract to a higher position when I remove the key from the ignition. However, I have noticed when the dealer was working with it and set the steering wheel high initially, it really didn't move per say just based on where they set it.
3. Not sure, would check with your dealer or wheel manufacturer.
4. Comfort mode allows for better fuel economy, because it starts you out in 2nd gear instead of 1st gear when in that mode. You can feel the difference in RPM, sound, and especially when on a sloped road or driveway such as mine. I also feel a bit of throttle response difference, but remember it won't always be tangible to all.
5. Going to garage right now... answer is no.
6. I am sure it would work, because most transmissions these days work on a mixed or different viscosity range, however I DO NOT recommend using anything different, especially if 0-40 was used initially. Don't play with fire, a German transmission isn't cheap to wear or rebuild.
7. The button should be on the dashboard on a surface about level with the ignition on the other side of the steering wheel. It is just a button that you press that has a corresponding symbol on it. Some model years may not have such an option, but if you do in fact have them there it is.
8. I have had this issue in my Mercedes before when going under extremely rough surfaces (no off-roading here ) with the right door in my car, but it still feels solid anyway. It would indicate an issue with frame rigidity which is likely just a facet of the car's engineering, however I don't have that option so that is as far as I can speculate.
9. I would contact your dealer on this again, because I do not believe it is however they seem to be willing to answer these questions for you if you just give them a call.
Last edited by AMGAffalterbach; 04-04-2012 at 02:27 PM.