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- Page 2 Gas Station deceleration See last page • have all maintenance work per 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...
- Page 3 Owner's Manual 420 SEL 560 SEL 560 SEC Model 126 1989...
- Page 4 MERCEDES-BENZ original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your MERCEDES-BENiZ service station where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where expert installation will be per...
- Page 5 Your MERCEDES-BENZ represents the efforts of many skil led engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, we ask you to make a small investment of your time: •...
- Page 6 The Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet con ance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. tains detailed information about the warranties covering On-site service calls by a local Mercedes-Benz Road your MERCEDES-BENZ, including: side Assistance technician are available weekdays from •...
- 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 Check Regularly and The First 1500 km (1000 Miles) Before a Long Trip The more cautiously you treat your Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is vehicle during the break-in period, the not recommended to brake the See page 116 vehicle by manually shifting to a more satisfied you will be with its per...
- Page 11 Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamp Symbols Catalytic Converter Starting and Turning off the Engine Driving Instructions MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System...
- Page 12 Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see specified pages. 15 Air recirculation switch (page 22) 1 Volume control for side air outlets (page 22) 16 Hazard warning flasher switch 2 Side air outlets (page 22) 17 Automatic antenna switch (page 60) 3 Adjustable air outlets (page 22) Rear passenger compartment lamp switch (page 51) 4 Parking brake release (page 62)
- Page 14 1910 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) 3 Coolant temperature gauge.
- Page 15 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 (should go out with the engine running unless) ABS malfunction. See page 69 Battery not being charged.
- Page 16 Catalytic Converter Caution! Warning! To prevent damage to the catalytic Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped As with any vehicle, do not idle, converters, use only premium un with monolithic catalytic converters, park or operate this vehicle in leaded gasoline in this vehicle.
- Page 17 0. Remove the key only when the we recommend that a block heater 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 Caution! Have the brake system inspected at ing brake completely. This practice an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ When driving down long and steep will keep the parking brake at maxi dealer without delay. grades, relieve the brakes by shifting mum efficiency.
- Page 19 Tire traction Warning! The safe speed on a wet, snow co Do not allow your tires to wear vered or icy road is always lower than down too far. With less than on a dry road. 3 mm (% in) of tread, the adhe sion properties on a wet road are You should pay particular attention to sharply reduced.
- Page 20 Parking Winter Driving Instructions Road salts and chemicals can ad versely affect braking efficiency. The most important rule for slippery Increased pedal force may become Warning! or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to necessary to produce the normal avoid abrupt acceleration, braking To reduce the risk of personal in...
- Page 21 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 Seat Belts and Supplemental Car Keys Restraint System (SRS) Opening the Doors Steering Lock Locking and Unlocking of Doors Exterior Lamp Switch Central Locking System Combination Switch Anti-Theft Alarm System Exterior Rear View Mirrors Adjusting Power Seats, Front Inside Rear View Mirror Arm Rest (Front Seats) Lighter...
- Page 24 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 Temperature Selection (°C) At high outside temperatures, the sys tem automatically engages the recir The desired interior temperature culated air mode thereby increases can be selected by rotating the the cooling capacity performance. temperature selector. The The recirculated air mode will be selected temperature is reached as automatically switched off after ap...
- Page 26 Function Setting Normal setting The system automatically cools or heats depending on the outside temperature and the selected interior temper ature. • In the cooling mode, air is directed only to the adjust able air outlets (7), (8) and (9). •...
- Page 27 Bi-Level This setting is used if the inside of the windshield begins to fog up, ice up or when wet snow is falling. As soon as the windshield has cleared, reset to ^ 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 wheel and fan control buttons. The fresh air supply to the car interior is shut off. While driving, use this setting only temporarily.
- Page 29 This key keys can only be obtained via your should be used whenever the car is authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. left with an attendant. Be sure to lock glove or console storage compart ment and trunk with the master key.
- Page 30 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 latch has properly engaged.
- Page 31 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 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 Seat and head restraint adjustment: Storing seat/head restraint/steering wheel positions in memory: Seat cushion adjustment. Memory button. Seatback adjustment. E Position buttons “ 1 ” and “2” . Head restraint adjustment. Two sets of seat/head restraint/steer Adjust head restraint to support ing wheel positions may be program...
- 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 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 complies with US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian...
- Page 36 Heater operation: Notes: Push in upper switch portion; position When in operation, the seat heater 1 = normal heater operation, one indi consumes a large amount of power. It cator lamp lights up. is advisable not to use the seat heater longer than necessary.
- Page 37 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 strap, the seat belt buckles for the back of the head approximately at ear 1 or 2.
- Page 38 Adjusting Individual Rear Seats Adjusting Telescopic Steering Press switches: Column The switches are located on the con' Upward seat cushion adjustment sole between the seats. Turn key to steering lock position Downward seat cushion adjust 1 or 2 (with the driver’s or front ment Turn key to steering lock position 1 passenger’s door opened, the tele...
- Page 39 Seat Belts and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats, emergency tensioning retractors for the front seats, driver airbag and knee bolster and optional front passenger airbag and knee bolster. Seat Belts Important! Laws in most states and provinces require seat belt use.
- Page 40 Emergency operation: If the electrical system fails, the ex tender arm and belt can be manually pushed back into their rest position. • The belt must be pulled snug and checked for snugness immediately after engaging it and during driv ing.
- Page 41 To disengage the belt, push red button (3) in the buckle. If the center seat is not occupied, the belt buckle and rolled-up seat belt can be stored in the space next to the rear arm rest (to the left or right of arm rest).
- Page 42 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT The emergency tensioning retractors • Infants and small children are designed to activate only when SYSTEM (SRS) must be seated in an infant or the seat belts are fastened during ma child restraint system, which jor frontal impacts within the shaded is properly secured by a lap area shown.
- Page 43 The operational readiness of the air bag system is verified by the indicator lamp “SRS” (3) in the instrument clus ter. If no fault is detected, the lamp will go out after approximately 4 seconds; after the lamp goes out, the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the air...
- Page 44 “SRS” is indicated as outlined above, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer immediately to have the sys tem checked; otherwise the “SRS” may not be activated in a major fron...
- Page 45 To provide con tinued reliability after that date, it Warning! should be inspected by an au Warning! thorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer • Damaged belts or belts that Infants and small children must at that time and replaced when...
- Page 46 Infant and Child Restraint Systems becoming a projectile in the event of an accident. including incorrect installation Mercedes-Benz of North America re and removal, can lead to pos Infants and small children should commends that all infants and chil sible injury through an uncon...
- Page 47 Driving position. A warning buzzer sounds when the driver’s door is opened with the key in Starting position. steering lock position 1 or 0. For starting and turning off the en With the engine at idle speed, the gine, refer to page 15. charging rate of the alternator (output) is limited.
- Page 48 Notes: Exterior Lamp Switch With the key removed and a front 0 Off-position door open, a warning.buzzer sounds 1 Parking lamps (includes side if the vehicle’s exterior lamps (except marker lamps, taillamps, license standing lamps) are not switched off. plate lamps, instrument panel Fog lamps will operate together with lamps) the parking lamps, low beam head...
- Page 49 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 50 Inside Rear View Mirror Caution! Exterior Rear View Mirrors The mirror can be tilted to the anti Exercise care when using the The exterior mirrors have electrically glare night position by means of the passenger-side mirror. heated glass. The heater switches on lever at its lower edge.
- Page 51 Lighter Sun Visors Vanity mirror: Turn key in steering lock to 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. Push in lighter;...
- Page 52 Note: The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear. The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 20 mi nutes of operation.
- Page 53 Interior Lamps Sliding Roof with Rear Pop-Up The rear courtesy lamp is switched on 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 54 Shelf below Rear Window Warning! The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry ob jects. This will prevent such ob jects from being thrown about and injuring 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 55 (f), stereo balance indicator Your vehicle is equipped with the The radio will begin operating on the (displayed only when balance MERCEDES-BENZ sound system as last station, volume and tone setting function is activated). standard. This system has been spe...
- Page 56 Speed-Dependent Volume Adjustment Volume adjustment The radio includes e special function that adjusts radio volume in respect to To reduce volume, press volume con vehicle speed. trol button downward; to increase volume, press the button To adjust the tone characteristic upward.
- Page 57 Seek tuning Tuning sensitivity button Note: It takes approx. 5 seconds to go from Switch to the desired wave band, By pressing the tuning sensitivity press the seek tuning bar Q minimum tone level to maximum tone button F W once or twice, you can level.
- Page 58 Manual tuning Direct frequency 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 Q a n d then enter the frequency by tuning) pressing the corresponding pushbuttons.
- Page 59 Stereo reception In the event that it is important to lis To store stations in memory ten to a weak station or to a strong The stereo indicator » 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 60 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 O H search/rewind button | ^ Q once.
- Page 61 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. tape being used. Press the tape Cassette tapes should be properly equalization button b | ] only when stored when not in use.
- Page 62 The height of the antenna can be Automatic Antenna 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 “...
- Page 63 Driving Parking Brake Automatic Transmission 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 Washer Fluid Level...
- Page 64 Automatic Transmission Test the brakes briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when The automatic transmission selects the road is clear of other traffic. individual gears automatically, de Warm up the engine smoothly. Do not pending upon selector lever position, place full load on the engine until the vehicle speed and accelerator posi...
- 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 Important! Maneuvering Stopping To maneuver in tight areas, e. g. when Do not exceed the engine speed For brief stops, e. g. at traffic lights, pulling into a parking space, control limits for individual gear selections, leave the transmission engaged and control vehicle with the service brake.
- Page 67 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 If the indicator lamp comes on with repaired at an authorized Economical Driving Indicator the engine running and at operating MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as soon (ECONOMY) temperature, the engine oil level has as possible. dropped to approximately the The indicator shows the fuel con...
- Page 69 Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator Exterior Light Failure indicator Lamp Lamp The fuel reserve warning lamp will With the key in steering lock position The indicator lamp comes on with the come on when the key is turned to 2, a dim indicator lamp comes on and key in steering lock position 2, and steering lock position 2, and will go...
- Page 70 Have the brake system checked at To test the brake warning lamp, turn ternal displays (e.g., bank signs, etc.). your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ key in steering lock to position 2. The Adaptation to ambient temperature dealer as soon as possible.
- Page 71 The ABS indicator lamp in the instru ABS (Antilock Brake System) Warning! 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 locking up above a vehicle speed of natural laws of physics from act...
- Page 72 ENGINE” indicator lamp in the instru should, therefore, be carried out only are not properly ventilated. If you ment cluster and are simultaneously by qualified MERCEDES-BENZ tech think that exhaust gas fumes are stored in the CIS-E control unit. nicians. The adjustments of the en...
- Page 73 Tire Chains Abroad, there is a widely-spread Have your car winterized at your Use only tire chains that are tested 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 H oo d - 4 2 0 SEL, 560 SEL Fuses Hood - 560 SEC Spark Plugs Checking Coolant Level Battery Adding Coolant Emergency Operation Engine Oil Level Check of Sliding Roof Fluid Level - Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap Automatic Transmission Windshield Wipers First Aid Kit...
- Page 76 Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. 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 Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. 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 The coolant level can be checked vis • Use extreme caution when ually at the transparent coolant reser opening the hood, if there are voir. any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling To check the coolant level, the vehicle system.
- Page 79 Add oil, if needed, only to Engine Oil Level Check 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 - The fluid level in the transmission is dependent upon its temperature. The Automatic Transmission 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 Stowing Things in the Vehicle Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing things. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs. Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window.
- Page 82 See jack tubes built into either side of your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ the vehicle. Use the jack only to dealer for further information. lift the vehicle during a wheel change.
- Page 83 1st inspection. Rotating, however, should be carried Retightening is also necessary Use only genuine MERCEDES-BENZ out before the characteristic tire wear whenever wheels are fitted, e. g. when wheel bolts (identified by Mercedes...
- Page 84 Warning! The jack is designed exclu sively for jacking up the vehi cle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack.
- Page 85 13. Install spare wheel on wheel hub. Tire pressures listed for light loads are Tire Inflation Pressure 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 86 420 SEL, 560 SEL: Headlamp Adjustment Headlamp Assembly 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 bulb has been replaced Electrical connector for high and...
- Page 87 Replacing bulbs: 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. 9548 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 High Mounted Stop Lamp License Plate Lamps Taillamp Assemblies (21 W/32 cp bulb) (5 W bulb) Side marker lamp Loosen both the securing screws (1), To replace the bulb, pull tabs on both (10 W/6 cp bulb) sides (arrows) - using a screwdriver - remove lamp and take out bulb.
- Page 89 Fuses Spark Plugs The fuse box is located in the engine This vehicle is equipped with spark compartment. plugs as required for driving in the USA. If additional information is de To exchange a fuse, release clamp (1) sired, your authorized MERCEDES- and remove fuse box cover.
- Page 90 Battery Coat battery terminal clamps with Warning! acid-proof grease. Keep battery clean Check electrolyte level in each cell Battery fluid contains sulfuric and dry. approximately every 3 months, and acid. Do not allow this fluid to more frequently during the summer The service life of the battery is also come in contact with eyes, skin and in hot climates.
- Page 91 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 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 Towing the Vehicle We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment. The front towing eye is located on the This method is preferable to other passenger side behind a flap in the types of towing. bumper panel and the rear towing eye on the passenger side below the The vehicle may be towed with bumper.
- Page 94 Important! Jump Starting 4. Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the grounded A discharged battery can freeze at If the battery is discharged the engine negative (-) terminal of the charged approx. -1 0 °C (+ 14 °F). In that case can be started with jumper cables and battery and the final connection to the (12 V) battery of another vehicle.
- Page 95 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 In the winter, thoroughly remove all Plastic Parts, Headliner traces of road salt as soon as pos and Rubber Parts Corrosion protection, such as MB sible. Anticorrosion Wax should be applied Do not use oil or wax on these parts. When washing the underbody, do not to the engine compartment after every forget to clean the inner sides of the...
- Page 97 For trouble-free operation of the auto damp upholstery. Quick drying is matic antenna, we recommend to achieved by applying hot air - for clean the antenna mast periodically. example, by using a hair dryer. If in doubt, please consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
- Page 98 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 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. Depress release button (1) beneath Installing rear seat head restraints: the seatback covering material and Insert the head restraint, push it down...
- Page 100 Spare Parts Service Rear Seat Cushion (sedan only) All authorized MERCEDES-BENZ Removal: Push buttons (1) (left and dealers maintain a stock of original right side of seat) down while slightly lifting the front corner of the seat spare parts required for maintenance 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 1 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 Location of labels Bumper front/rear Engine hood Trunk lid All fenders 5 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 labels are intended for parts identifi...
- Page 104 “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 Radial-ply tires 205/65 VR 15 Winter tires: 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 94 T M+S special equipment.
- Page 106 205/65 VR 15 Radial-ply tires 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 94 T M+S Radial-ply tires special equipment.
- Page 107 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 °C (+86 °F).
- Page 108 Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON) MB Anticorrosion/antifreeze Cooling system approx. 13.0 I (13.7 US qt) 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 “...
- Page 109 It is recommended to use only brake however, be added up to 15%. vehicle is fully loaded or operating fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. Gasohol, which contains 10% Ethanol in mountainous terrain. Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be dealer will provide you with additional used.
- Page 110 The water in the cooling system must protection to approx. -3 0 °C (-22 °F) MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for main meet minimum requirements, which and corrosion protection. The red tenance service.
- Page 111 Consumer Information Treadwear 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 113 Index...
- Page 114 Capacities 105 Economical driving indicator Airbags 41, 42 Catalytic converter 14 (ECONOMY) 66 Alarm system 30 Central locking system 29 Alloy wheels 95 Emergency tensioning Certification tag 100 Antenna 60, 95 retractors (ETR) 40 Charge indicator lamp 66 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 108 Emission control 70 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 93 Arm rests 33, 35...
- Page 115 Headlamps 47, 84 Jack 80 Maintenance 4, 19 Headlamp washer 47 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 46, 84, 85, 86 Orthopedic seat 33 Hood 74, 75...
- Page 116 Upholstery, cleaning 95 Seat belts 37 Technical data 103, 104 Warning system 37 Theft prevention 101 Seats 31, 32, 35, 36, 98 Tire chains 71 Vanity mirrors 49 front 31, 32 Tire pressure 83 V-belt 103, 104 rear 35, 36, 98 Tires 17, 80, 109 Vehicle data cards 102 Vehicle identification no.
- 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 service, see your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
- Page 118 Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip 1 Fuel Supply: Turn fuel filler cap to 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 S tu ttg a rt U n te rtu e rk h e im Z e n tra lk u n d e n d ie n s t...