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  • Page 1 Mercedes-Benz...
  • Page 2 Drive Sensibly — Save Fuel Fuel consumption depends to a great extent on driving habits and operating conditions. In order to save fuel you should: • ensure that tire pressures are correct • not carry unnecessary loads • remove ski racks or roof-mounted luggage racks when not in use •...

  • Page 3: 500 Sel

    M ercedes-Benz Owner's Manual 380 SE 500 SEL 500SEC Chassis 126 1984...
  • Page 5 O u r company and staff wish you many hours of enjoyment with your new vehicle. You have placed a lot of trust in our company name by purchasing a MERCEDES, from which you may expect that it will give you long service, with a minimum of trouble and that it is easy to operate.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Sun Visors....... 36 this Owner’s Manual, your Opening, Locking and Sliding R o o f ....36 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will be glad Unlocking of Doors. . . 1£- Interior L a m p s ....37 to inform you of correct care and Central Lock System .
  • Page 8 Contents Practical Hints Vehicle Care Driving Rear Seat Cushion..... MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance H o od .......... S y s te m ........Ash t r a y s ........Parking B r a k e ......Spare Parts S e rv ic e ....
  • Page 9 Contents Electrical S y s te m ......74 Technical Data, Fuels, Coolants, Headlamp Adjustment . . . Lubricants, etc. Replacing Bulbs......74 Identification P la te s .....84 Vehicle Operation Fuses..........78 Vehicle Data C a r d s .....85 B a tte ry ........78 Warranty C o v e ra g e .....85 Spark P lu g s ......
  • Page 11 Vehicle Operation...
  • Page 12 Instruments and Controls 14 Switch for rear passenger compartment For more detailed descriptions see quoted pages. lamp (page 37) 1 Speaker grilles 15 Switch for electric sliding roof (page 36) 2 Side ventilation outlets (page 30) 16 Switch for hazard warning flasher system 3 Swivelling outlets for nonheated fresh air 17 Switch for automatic antenna (page 44) (page 30)
  • Page 13 Instruments and Controls...
  • Page 14 Instrument Cluster 1 Gauge for economical driving (ECONOMY). See 13 0 2-Sensor replacement indicator lamp (red): page 55 When the indicator lamp comes on, the 0 2-Sensor must be replaced 2 Coolant temperature gauge (° C) Up to red marking: Maximum permissible tempe- 14 Supplemental restraint system indicator lamp rature for an anti-corrosion/antifreeze-blended fill (red).
  • Page 15 Instrument Cluster 9943...

  • Page 16: Supplementary Key

    Supplementary Key - rounded can be obtained only via head - fits only the door locks and From inside: pull handle in door MERCEDES-BENZ service stations. the steering lock. This key is trim panel (4). For security reasons, obtaining intended to be used whenever the replacement keys requires consi­...
  • Page 17 Keys Doors Central Lock System With the central lock system in the locked position, the trunk lid can The central lock system locks or also be unlocked individually: To do unlocks the driver’s door, the other so, turn the master key to the left as vehicle doors, the fuel tank filler flap far as it will go, then depress the and the trunk lid simultaneously.
  • Page 18 Keys Doors If the vehicle is left in a workshop, Special functions: Burglar Alarm System garage etc., The trunk lid can be opened only Switching alarm system on or off: switch off alarm system. Only leave when the alarm system is switched The alarm system is switched on or secondary key (rounded head) with off.

  • Page 19: Front Power Seats

    Seats Seat adjustment: Recalling seat positions stored in memory: A Seat cushion adjustment To recall a seat position stored in B Seatback adjustment memory, press position button Storing seat position of driver’s seat: (“ 1” or “2”) until seat movement has stopped.
  • Page 20 Seats Note: Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should then be Prior to operating the vehicle, the adjusted for adequate rearward ► driver should adjust the seat height vision. Fasten seat belts. Children for proper vision as well as fore/aft under the age of six or under the placement and seat back angle to weight of 23 kg/50 lb should be...

  • Page 21: Rear Seat Adjustment 500 Sel

    Seats Removing head restraints: Pull head restraint up to the stop. Depress release button (2) to be felt under the seat back covering material and pull head restraint up quickly, holding it by the LH head restraint post (viewed in driving direction).

  • Page 22: Orthopedic Seat Backrest

    Seats The inflation pressure of the air cushion may be continuously varied between position “0” = without pressure, and position “4” = maximum pressure, by changing the pressure regulator (1) setting. In addition, the cushion height may be changed to five different settings between position “A”...

  • Page 23: Arm Rest (Front Seats)

    Seats Note: The arm rest does not suffice as a child restraint system. In case of a frontal collision a child can be cata­ pulted forward over the locked arm rest. Seat Heater The front seat heaters can be switched on with the steering lock in positions “1”...

  • Page 24: Seat Belts

    Seats > resistance to its extension is Seat Belts • 380 SE, 500 SEL: Adjust front seat belts so as to encountered (e.g., accidental Warning system: occupant contact). have the upper belt located as The indicator is illuminated for near as possible to the middle If the seat belt is not buckled 4 -8 seconds after turning the steer­...
  • Page 25 • Return latch plate (1) to initial the seat belts installed. Any position. MERCEDES-BENZ service station Lap belt in rear passenger compart­ will gladly advise you accordingly. ment: Operation: The belt anchors in the vehicle...

  • Page 26: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)

    Seats > • The “SRS” is designed in such a way that it can only provide its supplemental protective function in case of a severe frontal impact. Its additional protective function Supplemental Restraint retractor (2) for the front passenger. will only be effective in accidents System (SRS) of this type.
  • Page 27 Therefore it is MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at that by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ extremely important that all veh­ time. dealer.

  • Page 28: Controls

    Controls Note: Wipers, windshield washer, head­ lamp flasher, lighter, glove com­ Do not remove key from steering partment lamp, radio, seat heater for lock while the vehicle is in front seats, electrically adjustable motion as this will cause the exterior mirror. engagement of the steering lock thus rendering the vehicle A warning buzzer sounds when the...

  • Page 29: Lighting S W Itc H

    Controls Lighting Switch Note: With the steering lock key removed 0 Off-position and the driver’s door open, a 1 Parking lamps (includes side warning buzzer sounds if the vehic­ marker lamps, tail lamps, license le’s exterior lamps are not switched plate lamps, instrument panel off (standing lamps excepted).

  • Page 30: Combination Switch

    Controls 6 Control for windshield washer system When the washer system is switched on, the wipers also operate. 7 Windshield wiper control 0 Windshield wiper switched off 1 Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed III High wiper speed Hints: If one of the turn signals fails, the 9931 turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster sequence...

  • Page 31: Cruise C O N T R O L

    Controls pushing the switch to position 1 or 2, 4 Resume and the accelerator can be released. If the lever is briefly pushed to The speed can be increased (e. g. position 4 when driving at a for passing) by using the acceler­ speed exceeding approximately ator.

  • Page 32: Automatic Climate Control

    Automatic Climate Control To ensure efficient operation of the automatic climate control system, the air outlets (4), (5) and (6) must be kept open. For the rear passenger compart­ ment, a movable air outlet in the console, which can be opened and closed, supplies either non-heated, fresh air or cooled air.
  • Page 33 Automatic Climate Control Fan Setting Temperature Selection (° C) j The interior temperature can be adjusted by Selection for fan settings can be made as § I turning the temperature selector wheel. The follows: I selected temperature is reached as quickly as possible and maintained.
  • Page 34 Automatic Climate Control EC (ECONOMY) = Economical setting; the air conditioning compressor stays off. In any other settings, the air conditioning compressor comes on with ambient temperatures above + 2 ° C/36° F. We recommend this setting to be used with cool outside temperatures, so the air conditioning compressor stays off in order to save fuel.
  • Page 35 Automatic Climate Control Multi-Level This setting is necessary for clearing a fogged wind­ shield. As soon as possible, reset to 0 ~IB| » a & i In the heating mode, air is supplied to the windshield, 3 v c 5 ' foot area, air outlets (5) and (6), and the front doors - S B B IB in the cooling mode, additionally to air outlet (4).
  • Page 36 Automatic Climate Control Defrosting The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the windshield and side windows, regardless of tempera­ ture and fan speed setting. Note: The air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation. It is normal if water drips on the ground through openings in the car floor.

  • Page 37: Various Equipment

    Various Equipment Exterior Mirrors Passenger side: Inside Rear View Mirror Turn key in steering lock to position Driver’s side: The mirror can be tilted to the anti­ “ 1 ” or “2". The exterior mirror can be glare night position by means of the The exterior mirror (2) can be adjusted by means of the switch.

  • Page 38: Sun Visors

    Various Equipment > Sun Visors Vanity mirror: Sliding Roof Swing down sun visor. The lamps Swing sun visors down to protect Turn key in steering lock to are switched on when the cover is against sun glare. position “2”. opened. For this purpose the visor If sunlight enters through the side Press upper end (symbol) of rocker must be engaged in its inner mount­...

  • Page 39: Interior Lamps

    Various Equipment 9 3 4 5 Interior Lamps The rear courtesy lamp is switched Heated Rear Window on and off by the rear door contact The switch for the front lamp has With the engine running, press top switches or by the rocker switch on 3 positions.

  • Page 40: Lighter

    Various Equipment 9761 then be operated using the switches Lighter Power Windows in the center console. The rear door Turn key in steering lock to position Switch group for power windows: windows can also be operated using “ 1” or “2”. 1 front, left the switches (5) in each rear door Press in lighter;...

  • Page 41: Radio

    Radio 16 Cassette eject button 17 Cassette door — To turn the radio on or off, the igni­ tion switch must be in position “1” or “2”. To turn the radio ON Press “ON” side of switch. The radio will begin operating on the last station tuned to and the last volume and tone setting stored Electronic Radio...
  • Page 42 Radio An additional fader control, installed To tune to a station The radio is programmed to auto­ in the center console of the car, matically search the entire band in Stations can be tuned in by using allows for distribution of the audio three sensitivity modes.
  • Page 43 Radio Unlesstheautomaticstation seeker Direct frequency dialing bar I B B 3 is activated within In order to select a station with a known frequency, select the wave band, 8 seconds after pressing the func­ press the function button Q and then enter the frequency by pressing the tion control button a , the manual corresponding push buttons.
  • Page 44 Radio Showing the “old” setting first allows Tape Cassette playback Accordingly, for fast forward trans­ port of the tape, press the fast for reconsideration of the decision It is recommended to use only good to store. If it is desirable to leave the forward button quality cassettes with a playback “old”...
  • Page 45 Radio Note: Normally, the display panel will show preset time, press button D . T h e the frequency the radio is tuned to. fact that the timer has been started This is a 24 hour clock and time is shown by displaying a colon must be entered in all four digits.
  • Page 46 Radio The height of the antenna can be Automatic Antenna adjusted to any intermediate height The antenna switch can be actuated by actuating the antenna switch: with the radio switched on and the • If the antenna switch is in the key in steering lock positions “1"...
  • Page 47 Driving...

  • Page 48: Hood

    Hood Parking Brake Depress parking brake pedal. When To open, pull hood release handle The engine is equipped with a tran­ the key is in position “2” of the sistorized ignition system. Because located on the LH side below the of the high voltage it is highly steering lock, the brake warning instrument panel.

  • Page 49: Regular In Sp E C Tio N S

    Have the following items checked regularly and prior to any long trip 1 Fuel Supply Use unleaded gasoline, for octane rating see “Capacities” and last page. 2 Tire Pressure For tire pressure table refer to fuel filler flap or last page. Check at least every other week.

  • Page 50: Catalytic Converter Cautions

    Catalytic Converter Cautions As with any vehicle, do not idle or Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped the converter causing it to overheat. park or operate this vehicle in areas with monolithic catalytic converters, Continued operation of your vehicle can result in damage to the...

  • Page 51: Off The E N G In E

    “0” posi­ heater is installed. Every rator three times prior to starting. tion before a new starting attempt is MERCEDES-BENZ service station made. will advise you on this subject. Hot Engine Observe the oil pressure gauge...

  • Page 52: Starting And Shifting Gears

    Starting and Shifting Gears Accelerator position The automatic transmission simpli­ fies the handling of the vehicle. The Partial throttle = early upshifting = individual gears are shifted automa­ normal acceleration. tically dependent upon selector Full throttle = later upshifting lever position, vehicle speed and = maximum acceleration.
  • Page 53 Starting and Shifting Gears “N” Neutral. “2” Upshift to 2nd gear only. Trailer Operation No power is transmitted from For driving in mountainous When proceeding on a hill, do not the engine to the rear axle. regions. Since transmission allow the engine RPM to drop off too When the brakes are released, will not shift up further, this low.

  • Page 54: Safe Driving

    Safe Driving If ice has formed on the road tire Aquaplaning: Power assistance: traction will be substantially Depending on the depth of the When the engine is not running, reduced. Under such weather water layer on the road, aquaplaning both the service brake and the conditions, drive, steer and brake may occur, even at low speeds.

  • Page 55: Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp

    If the indicator lamp lights somewhat reduced and increased carried out by a MERCEDES-BENZ up during braking, this shows that pedal pressure may be necessary. dealer. the front wheel brake pads are worn.

  • Page 56: Charge Indicator Lamp

    Pressure must, however, rise tion may be noticed and is normal. fault which must be repaired at a immediately upon acceleration. MERCEDES-BENZ service station as Emission Control The oil pressure gauge will not soon as possible. provide early warning of low oil level.

  • Page 57: The First 1500 Km/1000 Miles

    The First 1500 k m /1000 Miles Driving Economically The more cautiously you treat your Gauge for Economical Driving In order to drive economically you engine during the break-in period, (ECONOMY) should try to keep the pointer of the the more satisfied you will be with its gauge away from the red field as The gauge for economical driving performance later on.

  • Page 58: Special Operating Conditions

    Have your car winterized in a winter season. Observe permis­ Increased pedal force may become MERCEDES-BENZ service station sible maximum speed for M + S necessary to produce the normal before the onset of winter.

  • Page 59: Tire Chains

    Use only tire chains that are tested Abroad, there is a widely-spread Tire chains should only be driven and recommended by us. Any MERCEDES-BENZ service network on snow at speeds not to exceed MERCEDES-BENZ service station at your disposal. If you travel into 50 km/h/30 mph.
  • Page 61 Vehicle Care...

  • Page 62: S Y S Te M

    MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System Special Maintenance Measures Severe Operating Conditions A maintenance booklet is delivered with your car listing all the mainte­ Brake fluid should be renewed In the case of severe operating nance jobs that must be carried out annually, preferably in spring.

  • Page 63: Spare Parts S E Rv Ic E

    Each part has should immediately be removed to MERCEDES-BENZ because of the been specifically developed, manu­ avoid paint damage. Frequent possibility of incompatibility factured or selected for and adapted...

  • Page 64: Jobs Related To Care

    Rinse with clear water and tho­ ding. You can obtain MB car-care twice a year. roughly wipe dry with a chamois. products at every MERCEDES-BENZ service station. If the vehicle has been run through Plastic Parts, Headliner Scratches, corrosive deposits, an automatic car wash —...
  • Page 65 To remove stubborn marks, use months. Use the appropriate polish or paint cleaner and apply Velours: Pressure marks resulting MERCEDES-BENZ Touch-Up Stick with buffing cloth or a soft cloth. from dampness and heat may for quick and provisional repairs of appear to be stains.

  • Page 67: Practical Hints

    Practical Hints...

  • Page 68: Rear Seat Cushion

    Practical Hints 380 SE 500 SEC Ash trays Rear Seat Cushion Note: Removal, front: Pull ash tray out to the stop, lift up On vehicles provided with adjus­ Removal: Press unlocking buttons 1 table rear seats the rear seat insert and remove. (left and right) outwards while cushion can be removed and slightly lifting the front corner of the...

  • Page 69: First Aid K I T

    (suction cups or legs). Such supports may lead to marring of the paint or even denting of the roof if excessive weight is placed on the rack. Your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer can give further advice. To remove rear ash tray: First Aid Kit...

  • Page 70: Spare Wheel, Jack, Vehicle Tool Kit

    Warning: identical design, version and brand. The jack is designed exclusively for See any MERCEDES-BENZ service jacking up the vehicle at the jack station for information on tested and tubes provided on either side of the recommended wheels and tires for vehicle.

  • Page 71: Changing Wheels

    Wheels Tires Changing Wheels the 1st inspection. Retightening is Regular tire pressure checks at also necessary when new wheels intervals of no more than 14 days are fitted at a later date, e.g. when are therefore essential. For the tire the spare wheel is used for the first pressure checks, keep in mind that time or when a new set of wheels...

  • Page 72: Tire Inflation Pressure

    Wheels Tires Changing Wheels To avoid paint damage, place Example: 4. Using the combination wrench, wheel flat against hub and hold loosen but do not yet remove Room temperature = it there while installing first the wheel bolts. approx. + 20° C /+ 68° F wheel bolt.

  • Page 73: Checking Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. The vehicle should be Wipe dipstick before any oil level parked on level ground and measurement. To determine the oil the oil level must be level, check both sides of the somewhere between the dipstick. Always determine the oil lower and the upper mark level by means of the straight hori­...

  • Page 74: Checking Coolant Level

    Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. engine to cool down before remo­ Adding Coolant ving cap. The coolant reservoir If a small amount of coolant has to contains hot water and is under be added (due to evaporation of pressure. water), plain water can be used. Using a rag, turn cap to first notch to If a larger quantity of coolant has to relieve excess pressure.

  • Page 75: Automatic Transmission

    Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. Check transmission fluid level with The maximum and minimum fluid the engine idling, parking brake level marks on the dipstick are engaged and selector lever in posi­ applicable references only if the tion “P”. The vehicle must be parked transmission fluid has reached its on level ground.

  • Page 76: Electrical System

    Electrical System : 194 2 6 Securing screw for cover of Headlamp Adjustment Headlamp Unit sealed-beam unit and for 1 Headlamp vertical adjusting Correct headlamp adjustment is 380 SE, 500 SEL fog lamp extremely important. Check and screw Sealed-beam unit for high and readjust headlamps at regular inter­...
  • Page 77 Electrical System Replacing bulbs: QEEH FOP Bulbs for turn signal, standing, side marker and parking lamps (21/5 W/32/3 cp): Turn lamp holder with bulb to the left and remove. Depress bulb, turn to the left and take out. Sealed-beam unit for high and low Fog Lamp 500 SEC Bulb for fog lamp (H 3): beam (Sealed-beam/Halogen):...
  • Page 78 Electrical System 9304 License Plate Lamps Tail Lamp Assemblies Trunk Lamp (10 W festoon lamp) (5 W festoon lamp) 1 Side marker lamp (10 W/6 cp) Trunk lamp (1) is easily accessible Loosen both the securing screws when trunk lid (2) is open. 2 Turn signal lamp (21 W/32 cp) (1) and take out lamp.
  • Page 79 Electrical System 9679 Interior Lamps (10 W festoon lamp) Sun Visor Lamp (5 W festoon lamp) Glove Compartment Lamp (5 W festoon lamp) To replace the bulb, lift off front lamp To replace a bulb, pry off the cover at RH side, pull it out and open by inserting a screwdriver in the left To replace the bulb, pull out lamp.

  • Page 80: Fuses

    Electrical System Coat battery terminal clamps with Fuses must not be repaired or acidproof grease. Keep battery bridged. clean and dry. Spare fuses are stored in the fuse Only tow vehicle with the battery box (observe amperage and color connected. code).

  • Page 81: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield Wipers Emergency Operation of Sliding Roof Unlocking the Fuel Filler Flap In order to renew or release frozen windshield wiper blades, the wind­ shield wiper arms can be pulled out of their recess by hand. Sufficient force must be applied to overcome spring resistance.

  • Page 82: Jump Starting

    Tow-starting and Towing the Vehicle Jump Starting If the battery is discharged the Instructions: engine can be started with jumper A discharged battery can freeze at cables (minimum cable cross approx. -10° C/+14° F. In all cases it section is 35 mm2) and the (12 V) must be thawed out before jumper battery of another vehicle.
  • Page 83 Tow-starting and Towing the Vehicle Warning: To start the engine, move selector Towing a Vehicle lever to position “ 2” after having When the engine is not running, The vehicle may be towed with the attained a speed of 30 km/h/18 mph. both the service brake and the stee­...

  • Page 85: Technical Data, Fuels, Coolants

    Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc.

  • Page 86: Identification Plates

    Identification Plates When ordering spare parts, please quote chassis and engine numbers. 6 Emission Control Tag 7 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission 1 Certification Tag (left door pillar) 3 Chassis No. control system 2 Identification Tag (left window 4 Engine No.

  • Page 87: Vehicle Data Cards

    Data card No. 1 bears the key number and should never be left in the vehicle. Submit this card to your MERCEDES-BENZ sen/ice station to request a replacement key in case of loss. Data card No. 2 bears no key data and is kept in the Maintenance Booklet.

  • Page 88: Technical D A Ta

    750 mm The q uo ted data a p p ly o n ly to th e standard vehicle. See a MERCEDES-BENZ service station fo r th e c o rre s p o n d in g data of all spe cia l b o d ie s and special...
  • Page 89 Technical Data 380 SE Main Dimensions Electrical System Alternator_ _ 14V/80A Overall vehicle length 5145 mm/202.6 in Overall vehicle w idth . Starter motor 12 V/1.5 kW 1820 mm/ 71.7 in B attery..12V/66 Ah Overall height.... 1436 mm/ 56.5 in Wheel base....

  • Page 90: Sel, 500 Sec

    12V/66 Ah see “last page" The quo ted data a p p ly o nly to the standard vehicle. See a MERCEDES-BENZ Spark plugs . service station fo r th e c o rre s p o n d in g data o f all s p e c ia l b o d ie s and special...
  • Page 91 Technical Data 500 SEL, 500 SEC Main Dimensions 500 SEL Main Dimensions 500 SEC Overall vehicle le n g th ..5285 mm/208.1 in Overall vehicle length 5060 mm/199.2 in Overall vehicle w id th ..1820 mm/ 71.7 in Overall vehicle w idth....

  • Page 92: Fuels Coolants Lubricants Etc

    + 3 0 ° C / + 8 6 ° F. Automatic transmission fluid for Initial fill: 8.6 1/9.1 US qt Automatic transmission automatic transmission2 Fluid change: 7.7 1/8.1 US qt 2 A ny MERCEDES-BENZ service station w ill advise you on recom m en ded brands.
  • Page 93 Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. Capacities Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Rear axle 1.3 1/1.4 US qt Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 901 Accelerator control linkage Hydraulic fluid Automatic transmission fluid for Power steering 1.2 1/1.3 US qt power steering1 60 g each, approx.

  • Page 94: Engine Oils

    1300-1600 km/800-1000 miles. system’s efficiency. The brake fluid must therefore be replaced annually, preferable in the spring. It is recom­ mended to use only brake fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. Your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will provide you with additional informa­ tion.

  • Page 95: Coolants

    MERCEDES-BENZ vehicles. The Without anti-corrosion/antifreeze in freeze-water mixture offering protec­ following product, however, is the cooling system, the water tion to approx.

  • Page 96: Service Literature

    One Mercedes Drive P.O. Box 350 Montvale, New Jersey 07645 Att: Technical Publications Tel: (201) 573-0600 for Canada: Mercedes-Benz of Canada 849 Eglinton Ave., East Toronto 17, Ont., Canada Att: Service Department Tel: 416-425-3550 The above companies will be happy to handle any such requests from customers.

  • Page 97: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information This has been prepared as required Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature “A”, “B", “C” of all manufacturers of passenger The temperature grades of “A” (the Relevant tire grade information on cars under Title 49, Code of U.S. highest). “B” and “C” representing tire flanks.
  • Page 98 Consumer Information 380 SE Vehicle Stopping Distance This figure indicates braking performance that can be met or exceeded by the vehicles to which it applies, under different conditions of loading and with partial failures of the braking system. The information presented represents results obtainable by skilled drivers under controlled road and vehicle conditions, and the information may not be correct under other conditions.
  • Page 99 Consumer Information 500 SEL, 500 SEC Vehicle Stopping Distance This figure indicates braking performance that can be met or exceeded by the vehicles to which it applies, under different conditions of loading and with partial failures of the braking system. The information presented represents results obtainable by skilled drivers under controlled road and vehicle conditions, and the information may not be correct under other conditions.
  • Page 102 P r in t e d in G e r m a n y We reserve th e rig h t to m odify th e te c h n ic a l deta ils of th e veh ic le as given in th e data and illu stra tio n s o f th is O w ner’s M anual (s.e.e.o.).
  • Page 103 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Fuel: Unleaded gasoline: Average Octane of Coolant: For normal replenishment, use water Research and Motor 87 (RON of 91). (potable water quality). Fuel tank capacity approx. 90 I/23.8 US gal, For further information (e.g. anti-corrosion/ this includes approx.
  • Page 104 D aim ler-B enz AG Stuttgart-U ntertuerkheim Zentralkundendienst...

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