Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Important safety notes - Starting the engine - Driving - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz E-Class Owners ManualMercedes-Benz E-Class: Important safety notes

WARNING
Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death.

Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated.

If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open at all times.

Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.

Vehicles with a gasoline engine: the catalytic converter is preheated for up to 30 seconds after a cold start. The sound of the engine may change during this time.

    Automatic transmission
    •► Shift the transmission to position P. The transmission position display in the multifunction display shows P. You can also start the engine when the transmission is in position N. ...

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    Steering Wheel Controls
    Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Press to interact with the available Bluetooth, OnStar, or navig ...

    Gear Ranges
    DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range. ...

    Towing and tie-down hooks/holes
    The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). CAUTION ● Use only the specified towing hooks and tie-down hooks/holes. Never use ...