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  • Page 2 • avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration • have all maintenance work perfor­ med at regular intervals by an au­ thorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Driving in cold weather, in stop-and- go city traffic, on short trips, and in hilly country also increase fuel con­...
  • Page 3 Owner’s Manual 420 SEL 560 SEL 560 SEC Model 126 1986...
  • Page 4 Printed in Germ 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. Z K D / 4.86.12/MD...
  • Page 5 O u r com pany and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new M ERCEDES-BENZ. Your selection of our product is dem onstration of your trust in our com pany name. Further, it exem plifies your desire to own an autom obile that will be as such as possible easy to operate and provide years of service.
  • Page 6 Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, you take the vehicle to a MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings. service. The Service Advisor will record each service.
  • 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 9 Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Hints, Service and Maintenance Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. Index...
  • Page 10 Check Regularly and The First 1500 km (1000 Miles) Before a Long Trip Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is The more cautiously you treat your engine during the break-in period, the not recommended to brake the See page 112 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 Hints, Service and Maintenance Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Catalytic Converter Cautions Starting and Turning off the Engine Driving Hints MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System...

  • Page 12: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see specified pages. Air volume control for side ventilation outlets Air recirculation switch (page 20) (page 20) Fanfare horn control switch 2 Adjustable side ventilation outlets (page 20) Hazard warning flasher system switch 3 Adjustable air outlets (page 20) Automatic antenna switch (page 53) Rear passenger compartment lamp switch (page 47)

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    0 2-sensor circuit. The 0 2-sensor See page 60 circuit should be checked by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at the first opportunity. Coolant temperature gauge Up to red marking: Maximum permissible tempera Supplemental restraint system indicator lamp (red).

  • Page 16: Catalytic Converter Cautions

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

  • Page 17: Starting And Turning Off The Engine

    Release key only when the engine is we recommend that a block heater is unit, the key must be returned to firing regularly. installed. Every MERCEDES-BENZ steering lock position 0 before a new At ambient temperatures of less than dealer will advise you on this subject.

  • Page 18: Driving Hints

    Tire friction After hard braking it is advisable to Driving Hints drive on for some time so the air The safe speed on a wet or icy road is Power assistance stream will cool down the brakes always lower than on a dry road. faster.
  • Page 19 1. Keep foot on brake pedal. brake effect. We therefore recom­ by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ 2. Move the selector lever mend depressing the brake pedal dealer. to position “P”.

  • Page 20: Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System

    It is recommended to use only brake mountain driving, poor roads, dusty fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. Routine Maintenance and muddy conditions, trailer opera­ Do not mix different types of brake Inspection at tion, hard and sporty driving etc., it...
  • Page 21 Operation Automatic Climate Control Car Keys Opening the Doors Locking and Unlocking of Doors Central Locking System Anti-Theft Alarm System Adjusting Power Seats, Front Arm Rest (Front Seats) Orthopedic Seat Backrest Fleated Seats Arm Rest (Rear Bench Seat) Flead Restraints, Rear Adjusting Power Seats, Rear Adjusting Individual Rear Seats Adjusting Telescoping Steering Column...

  • Page 22: Automatic Climate Control

    For maximum operating efficiency, keep all windows and the sliding roof closed. Pleating, 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). >...
  • Page 23 With the exterior lamps turned on (except standing |gg Air Recirculation lamps), the symbols on all buttons light up. Each button Pressing the symbol-side of the air recirculation shines brighter when pressed. switch causes air to be recirculated without addi­ tional fresh air and the red indicator lamp to light up.
  • Page 24 EC (ECONOMY) = Economical setting; the air conditioning compressor remains off. In any other setting, the air conditioning compressor comes on with ambient temperatures above +5° C (+41° F). As a fuel saving measure, we recommend this setting be used with cool outside temperatures, so that the air con­ ditioning compressor remains off.
  • Page 25 Multi-Level This setting is used for clearing a fogged windshield. As __________ t soon as the windshield is clear, reset to 0 or 0 . In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the wind­ rS F = H shield, foot area, air outlets (8) and (9), and to the ducts --------------------------------------8 - in the front doors.
  • Page 26 Defrost The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the windshield and side windows (outlets, 9). This setting overrides temperature and fan speed settings, and the recirculation switch. > Defrost...

  • Page 27: Car Keys

    For security reasons, replace­ anti-theft alarm after the car is locked ment keys can only be obtained via with the master key. an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Therefore, obtaining replace­ ment keys requires considerable time.

  • Page 28: Opening The Doors

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

  • Page 29: Central Locking System

    Central Locking System Note: The trunk can remain locked while the central locking system is unlocked The central locking system can be en­ The entire vehicle may be locked or (e.g. while driving or when leaving the gaged from the driver-side door lock unlocked with the central locking car in a situation where it must be button, provided the door is com­...

  • Page 30: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately Special Function 150 seconds in the form of blinking To activate the anti-theft alarm from The anti-theft alarm can be armed or exterior lamps. At the same time an the trunk, turn the master key in the disarmed with the master key (iden­...

  • Page 31: Adjusting Power Seats, Front

    Seat and Head Restraint Storing seat and head restraint posi­ Adjustment: 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 in the back of the head approxi­...
  • Page 32 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 33: 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 34: Fleated 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 35: Arm Rest (Rear Bench Seat)

    9262 Arm Rest (Rear Bench Seat) Head Restraints, Rear Adjusting Power Seats, Rear When pulling out the arm rest by its Adjust head restraint to support the Turn key to steering lock position 2. strap, the seat belt buckles for the back of the head approximately at ear The rear seat can be adjusted in the outboard seats swing out automati­...

  • Page 36: Adjusting Individual Rear Seats

    > 1422 Adjusting Telescoping Steering Adjusting Individual Rear Seats Note: Column The seats can also be adjusted when The switches are located on the con­ the key is withdrawn or in steering sole between the seats. Turn key to steering lock position 1 or lock position 1 or 0 provided the 2 (with the driver’s door opened, the Turn key to steering lock position 2.

  • Page 37: Supplemental Restraint System - Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning Retractors, Driver Airbag

    Supplemental Restraint System - Seat belt warning buzzer and • 420 SEL, 560 SEL: Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning reminder lamp: Adjust front seat belts so the upper Retractors, Driver Airbag belt is located as near as possible With the key in steering lock posi­ to the middle of the shoulder (it tion 2, a warning buzzer sounds for a Seat Belts and Emergency...
  • Page 38 If the seat belt is not buckled Unfastening: within 30 seconds, the seat belt • Push in the red button (3) in the extender will return to its rest belt buckle. position. • The retractor should completely re­ This is also the case if the key is wind the belt and latch plate (1).
  • Page 39 In cases of less severe frontal im­ • Infants and small children should pacts, such as roll-overs, side or rear be seated in a properly secured collisions, or other accidents without child or infant restraint system. severe frontal forces, the emergency •...
  • Page 40 This will not cause the supplemental restraint system to be activated. How­ ever, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized MERCEDES- BENZ dealer immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the “SRS” may not be activated in a severe fron­ tal accident.
  • Page 41 • Do not pass belts over sharp MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at that follow our safety instructions. edges. time. These instructions are •...
  • Page 42 Warning! Important! Infant and Child Restraint Systems Infants and small children should Mercedes-Benz of North America re­ The use of infant or child restraints is never be held on the lap, nor should commends that all infants and chil­ required by law in most states.

  • Page 43: 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 Wiper, windshield washer, headlamp drawn only in position 0.

  • Page 44: Exterior Lamp Switch

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

  • Page 45: Combination Switch

    Control for • windshield washer system • headlamp cleaning system (will work only with exterior lamp switch in position 1 or 2) When the washer system is ac­ tivated, the wipers also operate for a limited time. Windshield wiper speeds 0 Windshield wiper switched off 1 Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed...

  • Page 46: Exterior Rear View Mirrors

    Inside Rear View Mirror To adjust the mirror: Exterior Rear View Mirrors Turn key to steering lock position 2. The mirror can be tilted to the anti­ The exterior mirrors have electrically The exterior mirror can be adjusted glare night position by means of the heated glass.

  • Page 47: Lighter

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

  • Page 48: 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 automati­ battery drain to a minimum, turn off cally turns itself off.

  • Page 49: Interior Lamps

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

  • Page 50: 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 All four windows can then be oper­...

  • Page 51: Electronic Radio

    To turn the radio ON Press “ON” side of U U K U I button. The radio will begin operating on the last station, volume and tone setting stored before the last turn off. The system can also be turned on by inserting a tape cassette through the cassette door.
  • Page 52 To adjust the tone characteristic To select AM or FM Base and treble can be adjusted independently. Press any of the buttons marked D J] through to tune the radio to the To set the radio to a “flat” tone setting (bass and treble at mid-range setting), FM band.
  • Page 53 Tuning sensitivity button Manual tuning (used to fine tune a station or for manual scanning) By pressing the tuning sensitivity button Q once or twice, you can select the After selecting the desired AM or FM desired sensitivity level of the automatic station seeker. The sensitivity indicator wave band, press the manual tuning shows the selected sensitivity level: button Q...
  • Page 54 For fast tape rewind press the fast Note: Although FM is normally static Showing the “old” setting first allows rewind button E B -T h e button will free, reception quality can be limited for reconsideration of the decision to by geographic and atmospheric con­...
  • Page 55 Care and maintenance • if the antenna switch is engaged in the “ max.” position, the anten­ To avoid deterioration of the tone na extends fully, quality, clean the tape head with the special cleaning tape available • if the antenna switch is engaged through your authorized MERCEDES- in the “off”...
  • Page 57 Driving Parking Brake Starting and Shifting Gears Cruise Control Engine Oil Consumption Economical Driving Indicator (ECONOMY) 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 58: Parking Brake

    Starting and Shifting Gears Test the brakes shortly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when The automatic transmission selects the road is clear of other traffic. individual gears automatically, depen­ Warm up the engine smoothly. Do not dent upon selector lever position, place full load on the engine until the vehicle speed and accelerator posi­...
  • Page 59 “ 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 60 Maneuvering Trailer operation Important! To maneuver in tight areas, e. g. when To prevent the engine from laboring at Do not exceed the engine speed pulling into a parking space, control low RPMs, do not allow the engine limits for individual gear selections, the car speed by gradually releasing speed to drop too low on uphill gra­...

  • Page 61: Cruise Control

    Note: The speed can be increased (e. g. for 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 62: Engine Oil Consumption

    If the indicator lamp comes on with Economical Driving Indicator repaired at an authorized the engine running and at operating (ECONOMY) MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as soon temperature, the oil level has dropped as possible. to the minimum mark on the dipstick. The indicator shows the fuel con­...

  • Page 63: 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 come on when the key is turned to The indicator lamp comes on with the with the key in steering lock position 2 steering lock position 2, and will go key in steering lock position 2, and...

  • Page 64: Outside Temperature Indicator

    Have the brake system checked at an To test the brake warning lamp, de­ the sensor, not by comparison to ex­ authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer press the parking brake pedal. Turn ternal displays (i.e., bank signs, etc.). as soon as possible.

  • Page 65: Abs-Brake System (Antilock Brake System)

    We recommend that you brake pedal pressure. The pulsating visit an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ brake pedal can be an indication of dealer as soon as possible to have hazardous road conditions, and re­...

  • Page 66: Emission Control

    Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazard­ Abroad, there is a widely-spread to keep the toxic components of the ous to your health. All exhaust gas MERCEDES-BENZ service network at exhaust gases within permissible contains carbon monoxide, and in­ your disposal. If you travel into areas limits required by law.

  • Page 67: Winter Driving

    MERCEDES-BENZ and recommended by us. Any au­ water. dealer before the onset of winter. thorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will • Test battery: Battery capacity be glad to advise you on this subject. • Engine oil change: If “year-round” drops with decreasing ambient...
  • Page 69 Practical Hints Hood - 420 SEL, 560 SEL Hood - 560 SEC Checking Coolant Level Adding Coolant Engine Oil Level Check Fluid Level - Automatic Transmission First Aid Kit Stowing Things in the Vehicle Spare Wheel, Jack, Vehicle Tool Kit Wheels, Tires Changing Wheels Tire Inflation Pressure...

  • Page 70: 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 71: 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 72: Checking Coolant Level

    Checking Coolant Level Warning! • Do not open the engine hood if The coolant level can be checked vis­ you see or hear steam or coolant ually at the transparent coolant reser­ escaping from the engine com­ voir. partment. With the engine idling To check the coolant level, the vehicle and the climate control system must be parked on level ground.

  • Page 73: 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 74: 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 75: 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 76: Wheels, Tires

    For tire specifications, refer to Use only genuine MERCEDES-BENZ and may result in loss of control. “Technical Data” . wheel bolts (identified by Mercedes- See any authorized MERCEDES- Star on bolt shaft).

  • Page 77: Changing Wheels

    Warning! The jack is designed exclusive­ ly for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the vehicle du­ ring a tire change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack.

  • Page 78: Tire Inflation Pressure

    Tire Inflation Pressure Tire pressures listed for light loads are 11. Install spare wheel on wheel hub. minimum values offering high driving Insert wheel bolts and tighten 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 79: Battery

    Battery Coat battery terminal clamps with Warning! acidproof 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 The service life of the battery is also more frequently during the summer contact with eyes, skin or clothing.

  • Page 80: Headlamp Adjustment

    420 SEL, 560 SEL: Headlamp Assembly Headlamp Adjustment Fog lamp cover Correct headlamp adjustment is ex­ Headlamp horizontal adjustment 7 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.
  • Page 81 Replacing bulbs: o e e f f 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 82 High Mounted Stop Lamp Taillamp Assemblies License Plate Lamps (21 W/32 cp) (5 W lamp) 1 Side marker lamp (10 W/6 cp) To replace the bulb, pull tabs on both Loosen both the securing screws (1) 2 Turn signal lamp (21 W/32 cp) sides (arrows) - using a screwdriver - and take out lamp.
  • Page 83 9679 Interior Lamps Sun Visor Lamps (5 W lamp) Glove Compartment Lamp (5 W lamp) To replace a bulb, pry off the cover by To replace the bulb, push the lamp inserting a screwdriver in the left and assembly to the right, lift off the cover To replace, pull down cover and right slots located on the lower edge.

  • Page 84: Fuses

    This vehicle is equipped with spark plugs as required for driving in the To exchange a fuse, remove clamp (1) USA. Should additional information be and remove fuse box cover. necessary, your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will be happy to offer advice.

  • Page 85: Unlocking Of Fuel Filler Flap

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

  • Page 86: Tow-Starting And Towing The Vehicle

    Emergency Engine Start Towing a Vehicle (Tow-starting) The vehicle may be towed with Shift selector lever to position “ N” . all wheels on the ground and the Turn key to steering lock position 2 selector lever in position “ N” for and have vehicle towed.

  • Page 87: 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 88: Cleaning And Care Of The Vehicle

    (smoke, exhaust cated with hydraulic oil (check with emissions), or during winter operation. your local MERCEDES-BENZ dealer­ You should check your vehicle from ship for recommended brands). time to time for stone chipping or other damage.
  • Page 89 Car Washing Tar Stains Plastic Parts, Headliner and Rubber Parts Before washing your vehicle, remove Quickly remove tar stains before they insect residues. MB insect remover is dry and become more difficult to re­ Do not use oil or wax on these parts. recommended.
  • Page 90 Use the ap­ MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. propriate MB-Touch-Up Stick for Amaretta: For cleaning brush and quick and provisional repairs of minor vacuum frequently.

  • Page 91: Ash Trays

    (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. Ash trays To remove rear ash tray:...

  • Page 92: Head Restraints

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

  • Page 93: Rear Seat Cushion

    Spare Parts Service Rear Seat Cushion Removal: Push in locking buttons 1 All MERCEDES-BENZ dealers main­ (left and right) outwards while slightly tain a stock of original spare parts lifting the front corner of the seat required for maintenance and repair cushion.
  • Page 95 Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. Identification Plates Vehicle Data Cards Warranty Coverage Technical Data 420 SEL Technical Data 560 SEL, 560 SEC 97 Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Capacities Engine Oils Brake Fluid Premium Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Requirements Coolants Consumer Information...

  • Page 96: Identification Plates

    Certification Tag Identification Plates (left door pillar) When ordering spare parts, please Identification Tag specify chassis and engine numbers. (left window post) 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 emission control system...

  • Page 97: Vehicle Data Cards

    Data card No. 1 bears the key number and should never be left in the vehicle. Submit this card to your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer to request a replacement key in case of loss. Data card No. 2 has no key number information and should be kept in the Maintenance Booklet where indi­...

  • Page 98: Technical Data 420 Sel

    1555 mm ( 61.2 in) Track, front 1527 mm ( 60.1 in) Track, rear 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 special equipment.

  • Page 99: Technical Data 560 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 Radial-ply tires 205/65 R 15 93 T M+S special equipment.

  • Page 100: Fuels Coolants Lubricants Etc

    Capacities 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. Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacity Recommended engine oils 8.0 I (8.5 US qt)
  • Page 101 Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted including a reserve of approx. 12.5 I (3.3 US gal) Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON) Cooling system approx. 13.0 I (13.7 US qt) Coolant1 1 For recommendations on recommended brands, see your nearest MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.

  • Page 102: Engine Oils

    It is recommended to use only brake however, be added up to 15%. vehicle is fully loaded, towing a fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. Gasohol, which contains 10% Ethanol trailer or operating in mountainous Your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be terrain.

  • Page 103: 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 104: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information Tread wear Temperature “A” , “ B” , “C” The treadwear grade is a comparative The temperature grades of “A” (the This has been prepared as required of rating based on the wear rate of the highest). “ B” and “C” representing all manufacturers of passenger cars tire when tested under controlled con­...
  • Page 105 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 107 Index...
  • Page 108 Airbag 38 Capacities 98 Economical driving indicator Alarm system 28 Catalytic converter cautions 14 (ECONOMY) 60 Alloy wheels 88 Central locking system 27 Emergency tensioning Antenna 53 Certification tag 94 retractors 35 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 101 Charge indicator lamp 60 Emission control 64 Arm rest 31, 33 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 86 Emission control tag 94...
  • Page 109 Headlamps 78, 43 Jack 73 Maintenance 4, 18 Headlamp washer 43 Jump starting 85 Head restraints 29, 33, 90 Oil pressure gauge 60 front 29, 90 Keys 25 Orthopedic seat 31 rear 33, 90 Outside temperature indicator 62 Heated seats 32 Lamps, exterior 78, 79, 80 Hood 68, 69 Fog lamps 78, 79...
  • Page 110 Upholstery, cleaning 88 Technical data 96, 97 Seat belts 35 Tire chains 65 Reminder lamp and warning Vanity mirrors 45 Tire pressure 76 buzzer 35 V-belt 96, 97 Tires 16, 74, 102 Seats 29, 30, 33, 34, 91 Vehicle data cards 95 Tool kit 73 front 29, 30 Vehicle identification no.
  • Page 111 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 114 1 Fuel Supply: Turn fuel filler cap to Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released. 2 Tire Pressure: Check at least every two weeks. For details see page 76.
  • Page 115 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 fu rthe r inform ation (e.g.
  • Page 116 DAIMLER-BENZ AG Stuttgart-Untertuerkheim Zentralkundendienst...

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