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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual 420 SEL 560 SEL 560 SEC...
  • Page 2 • have all maintenance work per­ See last page formed at regular intervals by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop- and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly country.
  • Page 3 Owner’s Manual 420 SEL 560 SEL 560 SEC Model 126 1988...
  • Page 4 Printed in G erm any We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Owner’s Manual (s.e.e.o.). Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing. ZKD / 8.87.15 / MD...
  • Page 5 • Please co n sid e rth e recom m endations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your MERCEDES-BENZ. We extend our best w ishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
  • Page 6 Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment Roadside Assistance described. Therefore, you may find explanations of Although your Mercedes-Benz is built to be as trouble- equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any free as possible, a Roadside Assistance Program is avail­...
  • Page 7 “ Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Owner’s readily available. Service and Warranty Policy Booklet. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer or write to: Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc.
  • Page 8 If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Owner’s Manual, your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Owner’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important...
  • Page 9 Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Index...
  • Page 10 The First 1500 km (1000 Miles) Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is The more cautiously you treat your not recommended to brake the vehicle during the break-in period, the See page 116 vehicle by manually shifting to a more satisfied you will be with its per­...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamp Symbols Catalytic Converter Cautions Starting and Turning off the Engine Driving Instructions MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System...

  • Page 12: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see specified pages. Air recirculation switch (page 22) 1 Volume control for side air outlets (page 22) Hazard warning flasher system switch 2 Side air outlets (page 22) Automatic antenna switch (page 59) 3 Adjustable air outlets (page 22) Rear passenger compartment lamp switch (page 50) Parking brake release (page 62)

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster Main odometer Knob for instrument lamps and trip odometer Rotate knob: To vary intensity of instrument lamps Trip odometer Depress knob: To reset trip odometer Outside temperature indicator. See page 68 Economical driving indicator. See page 66 Turn signal indicator lamp, right (green) Coolant temperature gauge.

  • Page 15: Indicator Lamp Symbols

    Indicator Lamp Symbols Fluid level for windshield and headlamp ■ ' ■ washer system low. Function Indicator Lamp See page 67 High beam Exterior light failure. See page 67 Warning Lamps ABS malfunction. (must go out with the engine running) See page 69 Battery not being charged.

  • Page 16: Catalytic Converter Cautions

    Warning! Catalytic Converter Cautions Caution! To prevent damage to the catalytic Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped As with any vehicle, do not idle, converters, use only premium un­ park or operate this vehicle in areas with monolithic catalytic converters, leaded gasoline in this vehicle.

  • Page 17: Starting And Turning Off The Engine

    0 and only remove the key when we recommend that a block heater the vehicle has stopped. be installed. Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will advise If the coolant temperature is very high you on this subject. (e.g. after hard driving on mountain...

  • Page 18: Driving Instructions

    Have the brake system inspected at Caution! ing brake completely. This practice an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ will keep the parking brake at maxi­ When driving down long and steep dealer without delay. mum efficiency.
  • Page 19 Warning! Tire traction Do not allow your tires to wear The safe speed on a wet, snow co­ down too far. With less than 3mm vered or icy road is always lower than in) of tread, the adhesion prop­ on a dry road. erties on a wet road are sharply re­...
  • Page 20 Winter Driving Instructions Parking Road salts and chemicals can ad­ versely affect braking efficiency. The most important rule for slippery Warning! Increased pedal force may become or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to necessary to produce the normal To reduce the risk of personal in­...

  • Page 21: Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System

    It is recommended to use only brake nance jobs that must be carried out jobs at shorter intervals, for example: fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. after the following mileages: Engine: Oil change with filter change Do not mix different types of brake every 6000 km (3750 miles) fluids.
  • Page 23 Operation Automatic Climate Control Supplemental Restraint System Car Keys (SRS) - Seat Belts, Emergency Opening the Doors Tensioning Retractors, Locking and Unlocking of Doors Driver Air Bag Central Locking System Steering Lock Anti-Theft Alarm System Exterior Lamp Switch Adjusting Power Seats, Front Combination Switch Arm Rest (Front Seats) Exterior Rear View Mirrors...

  • Page 24: Automatic Climate Control

    For maximum operating efficiency, keep all windows and the sliding roof closed. Heating, cooling, and air distribution within the vehicle’s interior will be automatically controlled. This is accomplished with the temperature selector (1), the pushbuttons (2) and the fan control buttons (3). The adjustable air outlets (7) and (8) can be variably opened and closed, or moved to direct the flow of air as de­...
  • Page 25 Air Recirculation With the exterior lamps turned on (except standing lamps), the symbols on all buttons light up. Each button Pressing the symbol-side of the air recirculation shines brighter when depressed. switch causes air to be recirculated without addi­ tional fresh air and the red indicator lamp to light Note: up.
  • Page 26 Function Setting £ 3 Normal setting The system automatically cools or heats depending on the outside temperature and the selected interior temper­ ature. The air conditioning compressor engages when outside temperatures are above 5° C (41° F). • In the cooling mode, air is directed only to the adjust­ able air outlets (7), (8) and (9).
  • Page 27 Multi-Level This setting is used if the inside of the windshield fogs up. As soon as the windshield is defogged, reset to g or @ . In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the wind­ shield, foot area, air outlets (8) and (9), and to the ducts in the front doors.
  • Page 28 Defrost The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the windshield and adjustable air outlets (9) independent of the positions of the temperature selector and fan control buttons. The fresh air supply to the car interior is shut off. While driving, use this setting only temporarily.

  • Page 29: Car Keys

    For security reasons, replacement locks. This key should be used when­ keys can only be obtained via your ever the car is left with an attendant. authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Be sure to lock glove compartment and trunk with the master key. Warning! When leaving the vehicle always re­...

  • Page 30: Opening The Doors

    When the rear door lock buttons are down, the rear doors cannot be opened from the outside or the inside, unless the door lock buttons are first pulled up. The driver’s door can be locked only if it is closed and the door lock has properly engaged.

  • Page 31: Central Locking System

    Central Locking System The central locking system can be en­ The trunk can remain locked while the gaged from the driver-side door lock central locking system is unlocked The entire vehicle may be locked or button, provided the door is com­ (e.g.

  • Page 32: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately Do not give the master key to an un­ 150 seconds in the form of blinking authorized person. We recommend The anti-theft alarm can be armed or exterior lamps. At the same time an that you carry the flat key safely with disarmed with the master key, valet additional horn will sound intermit­...

  • Page 33: Adjusting Power Seats, Front

    Seat and head restraint adjustment: Storing seat and head restraint posi­ tions in memory: Seat cushion adjustment. Memory button. Seatback adjustment. Position buttons “ 1 ” and “2” . Head restraint adjustment. Two sets of seat/head restraint posi­ Adjust head restraint to support tions may be programmed into mem­...
  • Page 34 Important! Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for ade­ Prior to operating the vehicle, the quate rearward vision. Fasten seat driver should adjust the seat height belts. Infants and small children for proper vision as well as fore/aft should be seated in a properly sec­...

  • Page 35: Arm Rest (Front Seats)

    Warning! The arm rest does not suffice as a child restraint system. In case of a frontal collision a child can be catapulted forward over the locked arm rest. Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint system that com­ plies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

  • Page 36: Heated Seats

    Heater operation: Turning off heater: Push in upper switch portion; position If one indicator lamp is on, press in 1 = normal heater operation, one indi­ upper part of switch, position 1. cator lamp lights up. If both indicator lamps are on, press Push in lower switch portion;...

  • Page 37: Arm Rest (Rear Bench Seat)

    Arm Rest (Rear Bench Seat) Adjusting Power Seats, Rear Head Restraints, Rear Adjust head restraint to support the When pulling out the arm rest by its Turn key to steering lock position strap, the seat belt buckles for the back of the head approximately at ear 1 or 2.

  • Page 38: Adjusting Individual Rear Seats

    Adjusting Individual Rear Seats Adjusting Telescoping Steering Press switches: Column Upward seat cushion adjustment The switches are located on the con sole between the seats. Turn key to steering lock position Downward seat cushion adjust­ 1 or 2 (with the driver’s or front Turn key to steering lock position ment passenger’s door opened, the tele­...

  • Page 39: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning Retractors, Driver Air Bag

    Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Seat Belts, Emergency Ten­ sioning Retractors, Driver Air Bag Seat Belts and Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats and emergency ten­ sioning retractors for the front seats. The tensioning retractors are located in each belt’s inertia reel and become operationally ready with the key in...
  • Page 40 • 560 SEC: Emergency operation: When the respective door is closed If the electrical system fails, the ex­ and the key is in steering lock tender arm and belt can be manually position 2, the seat belt extender pushed back into their rest position. brings the belt forward within easy •...
  • Page 41 Unfastening: To shorten the belt: With the latch plate engaged, pull the loose end of • Push in the red button (3) in the the belt. belt buckle. To lengthen the belt: With the belt un­ • The retractor should completely re­ fastened, turn the latch plate so that it wind the belt and latch plate (1).
  • Page 42 • Children too big for child re­ Warning! straint systems should ride in • Each occupant should wear his rear seats using regular seat seat belt at all times. belts. A shoulder belt can be Together with the “SRS” (driver used, providing it does not cross air bag, ETR’s and driver-side the face or neck of a child.
  • Page 43 In the event a malfunction of the “SRS” is indicated as outlined above, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ Driver Air Bag The operational readiness of the sup­ dealer immediately to have the sys­...
  • Page 44 • vide its supplemental protection. Damaged belts or belts that authorized MERCEDES-BENZ The driver should always wear the were highly stressed in an acci­ dealer at that time and replaced seat belt, otherwise it is not possi­...
  • Page 45 Improper work on the system, Infant and Child Restraint Systems Warning! including incorrect installation Mercedes-Benz of North America re­ Infants and small children should and removal, can lead to possi­ commends that all infants and chil­ never be held on the lap, nor should ble injury through an uncontrol­...

  • Page 46: Steering Lock

    Notes: Steering Lock The following items can be operated Steering is locked when the key is with the key in steering lock withdrawn and the steering lock is position 1: engaged. The key can be with­ drawn only in position 0. Wiper, windshield washer, headlamp cleaning system (only in exterior lamp Warning!

  • Page 47: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Exterior Lamp Switch Notes: With the key removed and the driver’s 0 Off-position door open, a warning buzzer sounds 1 Parking lamps (includes side if the vehicle’s exterior lamps are not marker lamps, taillamps, license switched off (except standing lamps). plate lamps, instrument panel Fog lamps will operate together with tamps)

  • Page 48: Combination Switch

    Windshield wiper control 0 Wiper off 1 Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed Note: If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster rate than normal. In addition, the light failure indicator will come on.

  • Page 49: Exterior Rear View Mirrors

    9266 Exterior Rear View Mirrors Inside Rear View Mirror Caution! The exterior mirrors have electrically Objects in mirror are closer than they The mirror can be tilted to the anti­ heated glass. The heater switches on appear. glare night position by means of the and off automatically, depending on lever at its lower edge.

  • Page 50: Lighter

    Lighter Sun Visors Vanity mirror: Turn key in steering lock to position 1 With the visor engaged in its inner Swing sun visors down to protect or 2. mounting, the lamp can be switched against sun glare. on by opening the cover. Push in lighter;...

  • Page 51: Rear Window Defroster

    Note: If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously, or the The rear window defroster uses a battery is only partially charged, it is large amount of power. To keep the possible that the defroster will auto­ battery drain to a minimum, turn off matically turn itself off.

  • Page 52: Interior Lamps

    Interior Lamps Sliding Roof with Rear Pop-Up The rear courtesy lamp is switched on Feature and off by the rear door contact The switch for the front lamp (combi­ switches or by the rocker switch on Turn key to steering lock position 1 nation interior and reading lamp) has the instrument panel.

  • Page 53: Power Windows

    Shelf below Rear Window Warning! The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry ob­ jects. This will prevent such objects from being thrown about and injur­ ing vehicle occupants during an accident or sudden maneuver. Power Windows If inadvertent operation of the rear windows (for instance by children) is Switch group for power windows:...

  • Page 54: Electronic Radio

    (display­ Your vehicle is equipped with the The radio will begin operating on the ed only when balance function is MERCEDES-BENZ sound system as last station, volume and tone setting activated). standard. This system has been spe­...
  • Page 55 Volume adjustment To adjust the tone characteristic To reduce volume, press volume con­ Bass Q [ and treble § B can be adjusted independently. trol button ^ ^ ^ m d o w n w a r d ; To set the radio to a “flat" tone setting (bass and treble at mid-range setting), to increase volume, press the button briefly press both tone control buttons Q a n d The tone...
  • Page 56 Tuning sensitivity button Scan tuning To select AM or FM By pressing the tuning sensitivity Switch to AM or FM, then press the Press any of the buttons marked Q Q button 1 1 once or twice, you can scan tuning b a r g j ] to automatically through to tune the radio to the select the desired sensitivity level for...
  • Page 57 Direct frequency tuning Manual tuning In order to select a station with a known frequency, select the wave band (AM (For fine tuning a station or for manual or FM), press the function control button and then enter the frequency by tuning) pressing the corresponding pushbuttons.
  • Page 58 In the event that it is important to lis­ Stereo reception To store stations in memory ten to a weak station or to a strong The stereo indicator m ^n'1 lights up Any FM station can be stored onany station that is masked by terrain-in­ if a stereo program in the AM or FM button marked through...
  • Page 59 TAPE CASSETTE PLAYBACK Forward music search/fast forward Reverse music search/rewind Cassette player operation To engage the forward music search To engage the reverse music search feature, press the forward music feature, press the reverse music It is recommended to use only high search/fast forward button QJZI search/rewind button once.
  • Page 60 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. tape being used. Press the tape Cassette tapes should be properly equalization button only when stored when not in use.
  • Page 61 Automatic Antenna The height of the antenna can be adjusted to any intermediate posi­ The antenna switch can be actuated tion by actuating the antenna with the radio switched on. switch: • If the antenna switch is engaged in • If the antenna switch is in the the “max”...
  • Page 63 Driving Parking Brake Automatic Transmission Cruise Control Engine Oil Consumption Economical Driving Indicator (ECONOMY) Deceleration Shutoff Charge Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Gauge Low Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp Exterior Light Failure Indicator Lamp Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Coolant Temperature Gauge Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator Lamp Low Windshield and Headlamp...

  • Page 64: Parking Brake

    Test the brakes briefly after driving Automatic Transmission off. Perform this procedure only when The automatic transmission selects the road is clear of other traffic. individual gears automatically, deped- Warm up the engine smoothly. Do not ing upon selector lever position, vehi­ place full load on the engine until the cle speed and accelerator position.
  • Page 65 “ P” Parking lock. “ D” Drive. The parking lock is an addi­ Automatic upshifting to top gear. tional safeguard to the parking Position “ D" affords optimum brake when parking the vehicle. driving characteristics under all Engage only with the car normal operating conditions.
  • Page 66 Maneuvering Important! Stopping For brief stops, e. g. at traffic lights, To maneuver in tight areas, e. g. when Do not exceed the engine speed leave the transmission engaged and pulling into a parking space, control limits for individual gear selections, control vehicle with the service brake.

  • Page 67: Cruise Control

    The speed can be increased (e. g. for Note: passing) by using the accelerator. As If the engine does not brake the ve­ soon as the accelerator is released, hicle sufficiently while driving on a the previously set speed will be re­ downgrade, the speed you set on the sumed automatically.

  • Page 68: Engine Oil Consumption

    If repaired at an authorized the pointer moves into the red area; no oil leaks are noted and there is no MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as soon economical driving is indicated when loss in engine oil pressure, continue as possible.

  • Page 69: Exterior Light Failure Indicator Lamp

    Exterior Light Failure Indicator Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator Lamp Lamp The fuel reserve warning lamp will The light failure indicator comes on The indicator lamp comes on with the come on when the key is turned to with the key in steering lock position 2 key in steering lock position 2, and steering lock position 2, and will go...

  • Page 70: Outside Temperature Indicator

    Have the brake system checked at To test the brake warning lamp, de­ ternal displays (i.e., bank signs, etc.). your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ press the parking brake pedal. Turn Adaptation to ambient temperature dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 71: Abs (Antilock Brake System)

    Warning! The ABS indicator lamp in the instru­ ABS (Antilock Brake System) ment cluster comes on with the key in The ABS prevents the wheels from Even the ABS cannot prevent the steering lock position 2 and should go natural laws of physics from acting locking up above a speed of approx.

  • Page 72: Emission Control

    ENGINE” indicator lamp in the instru­ that exhaust gas fumes are enter­ should, therefore, be carried out only ment cluster and are simultaneously by qualified MERCEDES-BENZ tech­ ing the vehicle while driving, have stored in the CIS-E control unit. the cause determined and correc­...

  • Page 73: Traveling Abroad

    Tire Chains Abroad, there is a widely-spread Use only tire chains that are tested Have your car winterized at your MERCEDES-BENZ service network at and recommended by MERCEDES- authorized MERCEDES-BENZ your disposal. If you plan to travel into BENZ. Your authorized MERCEDES- dealer before the onset of winter.
  • Page 75 Practical Hints Hood - 420 SEL, 560 SEL Fuses Hood - 560 SEC Spark Plugs Checking Coolant Level Emergency Operation Adding Coolant of Sliding Roof Engine Oil Level Check Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap Fluid Level - Windshield Wipers Automatic Transmission Replacing Wiper Blades Tow-starting and Towing...

  • Page 76: Hood - 420 Sel, 560 Sel

    Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is run­ ning. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any compo­...

  • Page 77: Hood - 560 Sec

    Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is run­ ning. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any compo­...

  • Page 78: Checking Coolant Level

    Warning Checking Coolant Level • Use extreme caution when The coolant level can be checked vis­ opening the hood, if there are ually at the transparent coolant reser­ any signs of steam or coolant voir. leaking from the cooling system. To check the coolant level, the vehicle •...

  • Page 79: Engine Oil Level Check

    Engine Oil Level Check Add oil, if needed, only to the upper mark (max). Do The best time to check the engine oil not overfill the engine. level is when the oil is warm, such as during a fuel stop. With the vehicle on level ground, stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back to the oil pan.

  • Page 80: Fluid Level

    Fluid Level - The fluid level in the transmission is Automatic Transmission dependent upon its temperature. The maximum and minimum oil level Check the fluid level in the automatic marks on the dipstick are applicable transmission regularly and prior to an references only if the transmission extended trip.

  • Page 81: First Aid Kit

    Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a tire change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack.
  • Page 82 Tightening torque: 110 Nm (80 Ib-ft). should be inspected for damage. handling may be adversely affected For tire specifications, refer to “Tech­ Use only genuine MERCEDES-BENZ and may result in loss of control. nical Data” . wheel bolts (identified by Mercedes See your authorized MERCEDES- star).
  • Page 83 Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a tire change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack.

  • Page 84: Tire Inflation Pressure

    Tire Inflation Pressure 12. Install spare wheel on wheel hub. Tire pressures listed for light loads are Insert wheel bolts and tighten minimum values offering high driving A table (see fuel filler flap or last page) them slightly. comfort. Increased inflation pressures lists the tire inflation pressures for heavy loads produce favorable To avoid paint damage, place...

  • Page 85: Battery

    Battery Coat battery terminal clamps with Warning! acid-proof grease. Keep battery clean Check electrolyte level in each cell Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. and dry. approximately every four weeks, and Do not allow this fluid to come in more frequently during the summer The service life of the battery is also contact with eyes, skin or clothing.

  • Page 86: Headlamp Adjustment

    1477 Headlamp Adjustment Headlamp Assembly 420 SEL, 560 SEL: Fog lamp cover Correct headlamp adjustment is ex­ Headlamp horizontal adjustment Turn signal, parking, side marker tremely important. Check and read­ screw and standing lamp bulb just headlamps at regular intervals Headlamp vertical adjustment and when a lamp has been replaced Electrical connector for high and...
  • Page 87 Replacing bulbs: 'O BEff TQP Bulb for turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp (21/5 W/ 32/3 cp): Loosen plastic nut (4) and remove housing towards the front. Turn bulb socket (7) with bulb coun­ terclockwise and pull out. Push bulb Fog Lamp 560 SEC Bulb for fog lamp (H 3): into socket, turn counterclockwise...
  • Page 88 JS&tiwfsxL* rl'-t S s te s s s Taillamp Assemblies High Mounted Stop Lamp License Plate Lamps (21 W/32 cp bulb) (5 W bulb) 1 Side marker lamp To replace the bulb, pull tabs on both Loosen both the securing screws (1), (10 W/6 cp bulb) sides (arrows) - using a screwdriver - remove lamp and take out bulb.
  • Page 89 Glove Compartment Lamp interior Lamps Sun Visor Lamps (5 W bulb) (5 W bulb) To replace a bulb, pry off the cover by To replace the bulb, push the lamp inserting a screwdriver in the left and To replace, pull down cover and assembly to the right, lift off the cover right slots located on the lower edge.

  • Page 90: Fuses

    All equipment protected by fuses is listed by number and letter on a label in the lid of the fuse box. The num­ bers and letters above the fuses correspond to the ones on the label. Before replacing a blown fuse, deter­ mine the cause of the short circuit.

  • Page 91: Emergency Operation

    Windshield Wipers To release frozen windshield wiper blades or to replace worn blades, the windshield wiper arms can be pulled out of their recess by hand. Sufficient force must be applied to overcome spring resistance. Be careful not to tear rubber blades which are frozen to the glass, as this will reduce the effec­...

  • Page 92: Replacing Wiper Blades

    Windshield Wiper Blades Removal: Pull the wiper arms from their recess below the hood across the windshield until they stop (just above the hood line). Change wiper blades one at a time while holding wiper arms to prevent the wiper arms from slipping back in­ to their parked position recess.

  • Page 93: Tow-Starting And Towing 79 The Vehicle

    Warning! Towing a Vehicle When the engine is not running, We recommend that the vehicle be the brakes and the steering are transported using flat bed equipment. without power assistance. Under This method is preferable to other these circumstances, a much grea­ types of towing.

  • Page 94: Jump Starting

    Jump Starting 4. Clamp one end of the second Important! jumper cable to the grounded If the battery is discharged the engine A discharged battery can freeze at negative (-) terminal of the charged can be started with jumper cables and approx.

  • Page 95: Cleaning And Care Of The Vehicle

    MB car-care products at your au­ In doing so, do not neglect the under­ and cause lasting damage. thorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. side of the car. A prerequisite for a Such damage is caused not only by thorough check is a washing of the Scratches, corrosive deposits, corro­...
  • Page 96 Engine Cleaning If the vehicle has been run through an Headlamp Cleaning System automatic car wash - in particular one Corrosion protection, such as MB an­ The condition of the wiper blades is of the older installations - rewipe the ticorrosion wax, should be applied to important for satisfactory cleaning of recessed sections in the taillamps...
  • Page 97 Do not sit on damp upholstery. Quick drying is achieved by applying hot a ir - fo r example, by using a hair dryer. If in doubt, please consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.

  • Page 98: Ashtrays

    Luggage or Ski Racks We recommend the use of drip rail mounted ski and roof racks. These racks do not require additional supports (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.

  • Page 99: Head Restraints

    Head Restraints Removing rear seat head restraints: Removing front seat head restraints: Pull head restraint up until detent is felt. Then pull it out sharply using both Bring the head restraint to it’s highest hands. position. Depress release button (1) beneath Installing rear seat head restraints: the seatback covering material and Insert the head restraint, push it down...

  • Page 100: Rear Seat Cushion

    Spare Parts Service Rear Seat Cushion All authorized MERCEDES-BENZ Removal: Push buttons (1) (left and dealers maintain a stock of original right side of seat) down while slightly spare parts required for maintenance lifting the front corner of the seat cushion.
  • Page 101 Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Identification Plates Theft Prevention Vehicle Data Cards Warranty Coverage Technical Data 420 SEL 560 SEL, 560 SEC Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Capacities Engine Oils Brake Fluid Premium Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Requirements Coolants Consumer Information...

  • Page 102: Identification Plates

    Certification Tag Identification Plates (left door pillar) When ordering spare parts, please Identification Tag specify vehicle identification and (left window post) engine numbers. Vehicle Identification No. Engine No. Body No. and Paintwork No. Emission Control Tag (560 SEC left side) Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for...

  • Page 103: Theft Prevention

    Location of labels Bumper front/rear Engine hood Trunk lid All fenders All doors Engine*: on engine block, left rear Transmission*: on transmission, left front * not shown in illustration Theft Prevention Note: Do not remove these labels. These This vehicle complies with the Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention labels are intended for parts identifi­...

  • Page 104: Vehicle Data Cards

    “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty Policy Owner’s Service and Warranty Booklet, have your authorized Policy Booklet and your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer arrange for MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will ex­ a replacement. It will be mailed to change or repair any defective parts you.

  • Page 105: Technical Data 420 Sel

    3075 mm (121.1 in) Track, front The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized 1555 mm ( 61.2 in) MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and Track, rear 1527 mm ( 60.1 in) special equipment.

  • Page 106: Sel, 560 Sec

    Radial-ply tires 205/65 VR 15 Winter tires: 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and 205/65 R 15 93 TM +S Radial-ply tires special equipment.

  • Page 107: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    Vehicle components and their respec­ tive lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recom­ mended by us. Inquire at your author­ ized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Engine with oil filter 8.0 I (8.5 US qt) 1 SAE 40 may be used if ambient temperatures constantly exceed +30°...
  • Page 108 Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON) Cooling system approx. 13.0 I (13.7 US qt) MB Anticorrosion/antifreeze 1 Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will advise you on recommended brands. 2 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “ S” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate "S"...

  • Page 109: Engine Oils

    It is recommended to use only brake however, be added up to 15%. hicle is fully loaded or operating in fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. Gasohol, which contains 10% Ethanol mountainous terrain. Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ...

  • Page 110: Coolants

    -30° C (-22° F) and MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for main­ are usually satisfied by normal drink­ corrosion protection. The red area of tenance service. ing water. If you are not sure about the temperature gauge is matched to the water quality, consult your au­...

  • Page 111: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information Treadwear Temperature “A” , “ B” , “C” The treadwear grade is a comparative This has been prepared as required of The temperature grades of “A” (the rating based on the wear rate of the all manufacturers of passenger cars highest).
  • Page 112 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 113 Index...
  • Page 114 Economical driving indicator Air bag 41 Capacities 105 (ECONOMY) 66 Alarm system 30 Catalytic converter cautions 14 Central locking system 29 Emergency tensioning Alloy wheels 95 Certification tag 100 retractors (ETR) 37 Antenna 59, 95 Charge indicator lamp 66 Emission control 70 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 108 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 93 Emission control tag 100...
  • Page 115 Headlamps 46, 84 Jack 79 Maintenance 4, 19 Headlamp washer 46 Jump starting 92 Head restraints 31, 35, 97 Oil pressure gauge 66 front 31, 97 Keys 27 On-board diagnostic system rear 35, 97 (California models only) 70 Heated seats 34 Lamps, exterior 45, 84, 85, 86 Orthopedic seat 33 Hood 74, 75...
  • Page 116 Upholstery, cleaning 95 Technical data 103, 104 Seat belts 37 Theft prevention 101 Warning system 37 Vanity mirrors 48 Tire chains 71 Seats 31, 32, 35, 36, 98 V-belt 103, 104 front 31, 32 Tire pressure 82 Tires 17, 80, 109 Vehicle data cards 102 rear 35, 36, 98 Tool kit 79...
  • Page 117 Warning! Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer has trained To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful technicians and original MERCEDES-BENZ parts to ser­ when performing any maintenance work or repairs. vice your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality Improper or incomplete service may damage the ve­...
  • Page 118 Fuel Supply: Turn fuel filler cap to Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip the left and hold on to it until pos­ sible pressure in tank has been re­ leased, then remove the cap. 2 Tire Inflation Pressure: Check at least every two weeks.
  • Page 119 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Fuel: Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted • Coolant: For normal replenishment, use water Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). (potable water quality). Fuel tank capacity approx. 90 I (23.8 US gal). For further information (e.g.
  • Page 120 DAIMLER-BENZ AG Stuttgart-Untertuerkheim Zentralkundendienst...

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