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Mercedes-Benz 300 SDL turbo 126 D Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2 Gas Station • have ail maintenance work per­ formed at regular intervals by an See last page 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 300 SDL t u r b o Model 126 D 1987...
  • Page 4 P rin te d in G e rm a n y 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/2.87.5/PVL...
  • Page 5 Your MERCEDES-BENZ represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, we ask you to make a small investment of your time: •...
  • Page 6 Roadside Assistance ment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any ques­ Although your Mercedes-Benz is built to be as trouble- tions about the operation of any equipment, your author­ free as possible, a Roadside Assistance Program is avail­...
  • Page 7 Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all owner’s litera­ in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For...
  • 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 impor­...
  • 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 vehicle during the break-in period, the not recommended to brake the vehi­ See page 108 cle by manually shifting to a lower 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 Starting and Turning off the Engine Driving Instructions MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System...
  • Page 12 Air recirculation switch (page 20) Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see specified pages. Hazard warning flasher system switch Automatic antenna switch (page 52) Volume control for side air outlets (page 20) Rear passenger compartment lamp switch Side air outlets (page 20) (page 45) 3 Adjustable air outlets (page 20) Automatic climate control (page 20)
  • Page 13 1 4 (1 5 M 1 6 M 1 7 (1 8 '...
  • Page 14 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator Instrument Cluster lamp (red). See page 37 Coolant temperature gauge Up to red marking: Maximum permissible Antilock brake system (ABS) indicator lamp (yellow). See page 60 temperature for an anticorrosion/antifreeze- blended fill protecting down to - 3 0 ° C (-2 2 ° F ). Exterior light failure indicator lamp (yellow).
  • Page 16 1 —2 minutes at increased idle speed. the stop. Do not depress accelerator. tive and should be repaired at your Release key only when the engine is authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer firing regularly. at the earliest possible date. Ambient Temperature The engine is equipped with a block below 0°...
  • Page 17 Brakes handle out before releasing the park­ Have the brake system inspected at ing brake completely. This practice Caution! an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ will keep the parking brake at maxi­ dealer without delay. When driving down long and steep mum efficiency.
  • Page 18 Warning! Tire traction The safe speed on a wet, snow cov­ Do not allow your tires to wear down ered or icy road is always lower than too far. With less than appr. 3 mm (Vs in) of tread, the adhesion proper­ on a dry road.
  • Page 19 Parking Winter Driving Instructions brake effect. We therefore recom­ mend depressing the brake pedal Warning! The most important rule for slippery repeatedly when traveling on salt- or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to strewn roads at length. This can bring To reduce the risk of personal injury avoid abrupt acceleration, braking road salt impaired braking efficiency...
  • Page 20 (in excess of 0.5 °/o by weight) It is recommended to use only brake after the following mileages: are used, the oil and filter should be fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. changed every 4000 km (2500 miles). Do not mix different types of brake fluids.

  • Page 21: Table Of Contents

    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 Orthopedic Seat Backrest Adjusting Telescoping Steering Column Arm Rest (Front Seats) S'tfeSHSB Arm Rest (Rear Bench Seat) Head Restraints, Rear Heated Seats Adjusting Power Seats, Rear...

  • 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). The adjustable air outlets (7) and (8) can be variably opened and closed, or moved to direct the flow of...
  • Page 23 With the exterior lamps turned on (except parking | g Air Recirculation 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 additional fresh air and the red indicator lamp to light up.
  • Page 24 EC (ECONOMY) = Economical setting; the air conditioning compressor remains off. In the remaining three settings, the air conditioning com­ pressor 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...
  • Page 25 Multi-Level This setting is used for clearing a fogged windshield. As soon as the windshield is clear, reset to 0 or 0 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 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 air recirculation switch.

  • Page 27: Car Keys

    For security reasons, replacement keys can only be obtained via your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.

  • 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, 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 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 The entire vehicle may be locked or (e.g. while driving or when leaving the engaged from the driver-side door unlocked with the central locking sys­...

  • Page 30: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately Do not give the master key to an unauthorized person. We recommend 150 seconds in the form of blinking 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 or flat additional horn will sound intermit­...

  • Page 31: Adjusting Power Seats, Front

    Seat and head restraint adjustment: Storing seat and head restraint posi­ tions in memory: A Seat cushion adjustment. D Memory button. B Seatback adjustment. E Position buttons “ 1” and “ 2” . C Head restraint adjustment. Adjust head restraint to support Two sets of seat/head restraint posi­...

  • Page 32: Orthopedic Seat Backrest

    The inflation pressure of the air cush­ Important! ion can be varied between position Prior to operating the vehicle, the “ 0” = without pressure, and position driver should adjust the seat height “ 4” = maximum pressure, by chang­ for proper vision as well as fore/aft ing the pressure regulator (1) setting.

  • Page 33: Adjusting Telescoping Steering Column

    Adjusting Telescoping Steering Warning! Arm Rest (Front Seats) Column The arm rest engages in 3 positions. The arm rest does not suffice as a Turn key to steering lock position 1 child restraint system. In case of a Position 1 = arm rest folded up. or 2 (with the driver’s or front passen­...

  • Page 34: Head Restraints, Rear

    Heater operation: Push in upper switch portion; posi­ tion 1 = normal heater operation, one indicator lamp lights up. Push in lower switch portion; posi­ tion 2 = rapid heating, both indicator lamps light up. After approximately 5 minutes in the rapid heating mode, the heater auto­...

  • Page 35: Adjusting Power Seats, Rear

    Adjusting Power Seats, Rear Adjusting Individual Rear Seats Press switches: Upward seat cushion adjustment Turn key to steering lock position 1 The switches are located on the con Downward seat cushion adjust­ sole between the seats. or 2. ment The rear seat can be adjusted in the Turn key to steering lock position 1 Forward seat cushion adjustment fore/aft direction using the switch...

  • Page 36: Supplemental Restraint System - Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning Retractors, Driver Air Bag

    Supplemental Restraint System - Seat Belt Warning System: • Adjust front seat belts so the Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning upper belt is located as close as With the key in steering lock posi­ Retractors, Driver Air Bag possible to the middle of the tion 2, a warning buzzer sounds for a shoulder (it should not touch the short time if the driver’s seat belt is...
  • Page 37 Unfastening: Lap belt for middle of rear seat: • Push in the red button (3) in the Pull belt with latch plate (1) across the belt buckle. lap, press latch plate into buckle (2) until it clicks. The belt must not be •...
  • Page 38 In cases of less severe frontal • Infants and small children should impacts, roll-overs, side or rear colli­ be seated in an infant or child restraint system, which is prop­ sions, or other accidents without sev­ ere frontal forces, the emergency ten­ erly secured by a lap belt or lap sioning retractors will not be acti­...
  • Page 39 “ SRS” and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again. 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 severe fron­...
  • Page 40 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. door and on the radiator cowl. To pro­ checked. Use only belts installed vide continued reliability after that •...
  • Page 41 Warning! The use of infant or child restraints is Infants and small children should Mercedes-Benz of North America recommends that all infants and chil­ required by law in all 50 states and never be held on the lap, nor should dren be restrained at all times while Canadian provinces.

  • Page 42: Steering Lock

    Notes: Steering Lock The following items can be operated Steering is locked when the key is with the key in steering lock posi­ withdrawn and the steering lock is tion 1: engaged. The key can be with­ Wiper, windshield washer, headlamp drawn only in position 0.

  • Page 43: 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 mar­ if the vehicle's exterior lamps are not ker lamps, taillamps, license plate switched off (except standing lamps). lamps, instrument panel lamps) Fog lamps will operate together with Same as pos.

  • Page 44: 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 acti­ vated, the wipers also operate for a limited time. The windshield washer nozzles are automatically heated.

  • Page 45: Exterior Rear View Mirrors

    Exterior Rear View Mirrors Caution! Inside RearView Mirror 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 using the lever at and off automatically, depending on its lower edge.

  • Page 46: Sun Visors

    Sliding Roof with Rear Pop-Up Sun Visors Vanity mirror: Feature With the visor engaged in its inner Swing sun visors down to protect mounting, the lamp can be switched Turn key to steering lock position 1 against sun glare. on by opening the cover. or 2.

  • Page 47: Interior Lamps

    Lighter The rear courtesy lamp is switched on Interior Lamps and off by the rear door contact Turn key in steering lock to position 1 The switch for the front lamp (combi­ switches or by the rocker switch on or 2. nation interior and reading lamp) has the instrument panel.

  • Page 48: Rear Window Defroster

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

  • Page 49: Power Windows

    Shelf below Rear Window Warning! The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects. This will prevent such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an acci­ dent or sudden maneuver. Power Windows All four windows can then be oper­...

  • Page 50: Electronic Radio

    To turn the radio ON Press “ ON” side of EOBIS3 button. The radio will begin operating on the last station, volume and tone setting stored before last turning it off. The system can also be turned on by inserting a tape cassette through the cassette door.
  • Page 51 To adjust the tone characteristic To select AM or FM Press any of t he buttons marked QO Base I B and treble can be adjusted independently. through QJJ] to tune the radio To set the radio to a “ flat” response (bass and treble at mid-range setting), to the FM band.
  • Page 52 Manual tuning (used to fine tune a Tuning sensitivity button station or for manual scanning) By pressing the tuning sensitivity button once or twice, you can select the After selecting the desired AM or FM desired sensitivity level of the automatic station seeker. The sensitivity indica­ wave band, press the manual tuning tor shows the selected sensitivity level: button E l (decreasing station fre­...
  • Page 53 Showing the "o ld ” setting first allows Note: Although FM is normally static For fast tape rewind press the fast for reconsideration of the decision to free, reception quality can be limited rewind button I d . The button will store.
  • Page 54 • If the antenna switch is in the cen­ Care and maintenance ter position, the antenna extends To avoid deterioration of the tone automatically to medium height, quality, clean the tape head with the • if the antenna switch is engaged in special cleaning tape available the “...
  • Page 55 Driving Parking Brake Automatic Transmission Cruise Control Charge Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Gauge Low Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp Engine Oil Consumption Coolant Temperature Gauge Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator Lamp Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Low Windshield and Headlamp Washer Fluid Level Indicator Lamp Exterior Light Failure Indicator Lamp...

  • Page 56: Parking Brake

    Test the brakes shortly after driving Automatic Transmission off. Perform this procedure only when The automatic transmission selects the road is clear of other traffic. individual gears automatically, Warm up the engine smoothly. Do not dependent upon selector lever posi­ place full load on the engine until the tion, vehicle speed and accelerator operating temperature has been...
  • Page 57 “ P” Parking lock. ‘D” Drive. The parking lock is an additional Automatic upshifting to top gear. safeguard to the parking brake Position “ D” affords optimum when parking the vehicle. driving characteristics under all Engage only with the car normal operating conditions.
  • Page 58 Important! Stopping Maneuvering For brief stops, e. g. at traffic lights, To maneuver in tight areas, e.g. when Do not exceed the engine speed lim­ leave the transmission engaged and pulling into a parking space, control its for individual gear selections, control vehicle with the service brake.

  • Page 59: Cruise Control

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

  • Page 60: Charge Indicator Lamp

    Coolants, Lubricants, etc.” ). which must be repaired at an author­ if it comes on with the engine running ized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as and at operating temperature, the oil During severe operating conditions soon as possible.

  • Page 61: Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp

    Outside Temperature Indicator Exterior Light Failure Indicator Lamp Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp The fuel reserve warning lamp will The light failure indicator comes on The temperature sensor is located in come on when the key is turned to with the key in steering lock posi­ the front bumper area.

  • Page 62: Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp

    Have the brake system checked at an this case, the brake system functions authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer pulsation in the brake pedal, indicat­ in the usual manner, but without anti­ ing that the ABS is in the regulating as soon as possible.

  • Page 63: Emission Control

    Abroad, there is a widely-spread tion properly only when maintained Do not run the engine in confined MERCEDES-BENZ service network at strictly according to factory specifica­ areas (such as a garage) which are your disposal. If you plan to travel into tions.

  • Page 64: Winter Driving

    Use only tire chains that are tested Have your car winterized at your temperature. A well charged bat­ and recommended by MERCEDES- authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer tery ensures that the engine can BENZ. Your authorized MERCEDES- before the onset of winter.
  • Page 65 Practical Hints Hood Checking Coolant Level Adding Coolant Engine Oil Level Check Fluid Level-Automatic Transmission Turning off Engine Manually Bleeding of Fuel System First Aid Kit Stowing Things in the Vehicle Spare Wheel, Jack, Vehicle Tool Kit Wheels, Tires Changing Wheels Tire Inflation Pressure Battery Headlamp Adjustment...

  • Page 66: Hood

    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. Pull handle (2) completely out of Hood radiator grill and open hood (do not To open: pull up on handle).

  • Page 67: Checking Coolant Level

    Checking Coolant Level Warning! • Use extreme caution when open­ The coolant level can be checked vis­ ually at the transparent coolant reser­ ing the hood, in case there are voir. any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system. To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground.

  • Page 68: 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 69: Fluid Level-Automatic Transmission

    Fluid Level - The fluid level in the transmission is Automatic Transmission dependent upon its temperature. The maximum and minimum fluid 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 70: Turning Off Engine Manually

    Turning off Engine Manually Bleeding of Fuel System If the engine continues to run after The fuel system is a self bleeding sys­ the key is turned to steering lock pos­ tem. Turn the key in steering lock fully ition 0, open the hood and push down to the right and crank engine (for up the lever marked "STOP”...

  • Page 71: 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 72: Wheels, Tires

    “ Technical Data” . age. ling may be adversely affected and Use only genuine MERCEDES-BENZ may result in loss of control. Rotating wheels: wheel bolts (identified by Mercedes- See your authorized MERCEDES- The wheels can be rotated according Star on bolt shaft).

  • Page 73: Changing Wheels

    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 74: Tire Inflation Pressure

    11. Install spare wheel on wheel hub. Tire Inflation Pressure Tire pressures listed for light loads Insert wheel bolts and tighten are minimum values offering high driv­ A table (see fuel filler flap or last them slightly. ing comfort. Increased inflation pres­ page) lists the tire inflation pressures sures for heavy loads produce favora­...

  • Page 75: 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 The service life of the battery is also more frequently during the summer contact with eyes, skin or clothing.

  • Page 76: Headlamp Adjustment

    Headlamp Assembly 6 Fog lamp cover Headlamp Adjustment 7 Turn signal, parking, side marker Correct headlamp adjustment is Headlamp horizontal adjustment and standing lamp bulb extremely important. Check and read­ screw 8 Electrical connector for high and just headlamps at regular intervals Headlamp vertical adjustment low beam headlamp bulb and when a lamp has been replaced.
  • Page 77 Replacing bulbs: Bulb for turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp (21/5 W/32/3 c p ): Loosen plastic nut (4) and remove housing towards the front. Turn bulb socket (7) with bulb coun­ terclockwise and pull out. Push bulb Turn both locks in the trunk to the left Taillamp Assemblies into socket, turn counterclockwise...
  • Page 78 Interior Lamps License Plate Lamps (5 W bulb) High Mounted Stop Lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb) To replace the bulb, push the lamp Loosen both the securing screws (1), assembly to the right, lift off the cover remove lamp and take out bulb. To replace the bulb, pull tabs on both on the left side with a screwdriver and sides (arrows) - using a screwdriver -...
  • Page 79 9679 Sun Visor Lamps (5 W bulb) Glove Compartment Lamp Trunk Lamp (10 W bulb) (5 W bulb) To replace a bulb, pry off the cover by Trunk lamp bulb (1) is easily accessi­ inserting a screwdriver in the left and To replace, pull down cover and ble when trunk lid (2) is open.

  • Page 80: Fuses

    Before replacing a blown fuse, deter­ Fuses mine the cause of the short circuit. The fuse box is located in the engine Spare fuses are furnished inside the compartment. fuse box. Observe amperage and To exchange a fuse, release clamp (1) color of fuse.

  • Page 81: Emergency Operation Of

    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 effectiveness of the wipers.

  • Page 82: Tow-Starting And Towing The Vehicle

    Warning! If the engine has not fired after a few seconds, shift the selector lever to When the engine is not running, the “ N” to protect the transmission from brakes and the steering are without damage. power assistance. Under these cir­ cumstances, a much greater effort is For another starting attempt bring the necessary to stop or steer the vehi­...

  • Page 83: Jump Starting

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

  • Page 84: Cleaning And Care Of The Vehicle

    “ how-to” information potency of the above adverse influ­ MERCEDES-BENZ because of the as well as references to recom­ ences. possibility of incompatibility between mended MB car-care products.
  • Page 85 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 Do not use oil or wax on these parts. recommended.
  • Page 86 Do not sit on damp upholstery. Quick drying is achieved by applying hot air - for example, by using a hair dryer. If in doubt, please consult your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
  • Page 87 Paintwork, Painted Body Light Alloy Wheels Ornamental Moldings Components If possible, clean wheels once a week For regular cleaning and care of very MB-Gloss Preserver should be with MB-alloy wheel cleaner and dirty chrome-plated parts, use a applied when water drops on the sealer.

  • Page 88: Head Restraints

    Removing rear seat head restraints: 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 its highest hands. position. Depress release button (1) under the Installing rear seat head restraints: seatback covering material and pull Insert the head restraint, push it down...

  • Page 89: Rear Seat Cushion

    Note: On vehicles with power rear seats, the rear seat cushion can best be removed and installed by an author­ ized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.

  • Page 90: Luggage Or Ski Racks

    Each part has been specifically developed, Layout of Poly V-belt Drive manufactured or selected for and adapted to MERCEDES-BENZ vehi­ Automatic belt tensioner cles. Crankshaft Therefore, MERCEDES-BENZ original Air conditioning compressor spare parts should be installed.
  • Page 91 Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Identification Plates Theft Prevention Vehicle Data Cards Warranty Coverage Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc Capacities Engine Oils Brake Fluid Diesel Fuels Coolants Consumer Information...

  • Page 92: 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 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system...

  • Page 93: Theft Prevention

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

  • Page 94: Vehicle Data Cards

    Data card No. 1 bears the key number and should never be left in the vehi­ cle. Submit this card to your author­ ized 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 95: Technical Data

    205/65 R 15 93 H Winter tires: The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer fo r the corresponding data of all special bodies and Radial-ply tires 205/65 R 15 9 3 T M + S...

  • Page 96: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their res­ pective lubricants must match. There­ fore use only brands tested and recommended by us. Inquire at your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacity Recommended engine oils Engine with oil filter 8.01 (8.5 US qt)
  • Page 97 1 and 2 as well as including a reserve of approximately 12.51 (3.3 US gal) W -F-800 a grades 1 and 2 Cooling system approximately 10.01 (10.6 US qt) MB Anticorrosion/antifreeze 1 Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will advise you on recommended brands.

  • Page 98: Engine Oils

    The brake fluid must therefore be replaced annually, preferably in the spring. It is recommended to use only brake fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ. Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will provide you with additional information.

  • Page 99: Diesel Fuels

    Diesel Fuels To avoid malfunctions, No. 2 diesel Adding of kerosene to No. 1 diesel fuel of a lowered cloud point is mar­ fuel is not recommended even at low Use only commercially available vehi­ keted during the cold season. temperatures.

  • Page 100: Coolants

    Coolants strongly recommended for use in perature will increase due to the lower The engine coolant is a mixture of your car: MERCEDES-BENZ Anticor­ heat transfer capability of the solu­ water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, rosion/Antifreeze Agent. tion. Therefore, do not use more than which provides: this amount of anticorrosion/anti­...

  • Page 101: Consumer Information

    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).
  • Page 102 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 103 Index...
  • Page 104 Air bag 37 Capacities 94 Emergency tensioning Alarm system 28 Central locking system 27 retractors 34 Alloy wheels 85 Certification tag 90 Emission control 61 Antenna 52 Charge indicator lamp 58 Emission control tag 90 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 98 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 82 Engine no.
  • Page 105 Headlamps 74,42 Jack 69 Maintenance 4,18 Headlamp washer 42 Jump starting 81 Head restraints 29,32, 86 Oil pressure gauge 58 Keys 25 Orthopedic seat 30 front 29, 86 rear 32, 86 Outside temperature indicator 59 Heated seats 32 Lamps, exterior 41,74,75,76 Fog lamps 74 Paintwork no.
  • Page 106 Seat belts 34 Technical data 93 Upholstery, cleaning 84 Warning system 34 Theft prevention 91 Seats 29, 30, 33, 87 Tire chains 62 Vanity mirrors 44 front 29, 30 Tire pressure 72 V-belt 88, 93 rear 33, 87 Tires 16,70,99 Vehicle data cards 92 Service literature 105 Tool kit 69...
  • Page 107 Customers who are interested in ordering service litera­ ture for their vehicles are advised to contact If you have any question about carrying out some ser­ MERCEDES-BENZ distributors in the U.S. or Canada at vice, turn to the advice of an authorized MERCEDES- BENZ dealer.
  • Page 110 Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip Fuel Supply: Turn fuel filler cap to the left and hold on to it until pos­ sible pressure in tank has been released, then remove the cap. Tire Inflation Pressure: Check at least every two weeks. For details see page 72.
  • Page 111 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Automatic Transmission: MB Automatic transmis­ • Fuel: Diesel fuels acc. to ASTM D 975, grades 1D sion fluid. and 2D as well as W-F-800a grades 1 and 2. See page 97. For level checks and replenishment, refer to page 67.
  • Page 112 DAIMLER-BENZ AG Stuttgart-Untertuerkheim Zentralkundendienst...

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