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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1991-92 -> Leak Tests -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Flame-Type (Halide) Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

Testing the refrigerant system for leaks is one of the most important phases of troubleshooting. One or more of the methods outlined will prove useful in detecting leaks or checking connections if service work is performed. Before beginning any leak test, attach a manifold gauge set and note pressure. If little or no pressure is indicated, a partial charge must be installed. Check all connections, compressor head gasket, oil filler plug and compressor shaft seal for leaks.

Electronic Leak Detectors

There are a number of electronic leak detectors, Fig. available to per...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

MERCEDES-BENZ, ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS -> DESCRIPTION
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

The four wheel Anti-Lock Brake system (ABS), Figs. through , uses a control unit, hydraulic actuator and wheel speed sensors to control brake fluid pressure and prevent wheel lock during severe braking conditions. With this system, directional stability is improved and steering is maintained even during braking on wet, sandy, snowy or icy road conditions.

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-96 Models w/Diesel Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

Normal Service

Replace ev...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

  • Raise vehicle and support.
  • Unscrew exhaust shielding plate.
  • On models with 4MATIC, unscrew exhaust shielding plate.
  • Lift transmission and support.
  • Unscrew hex, head screws and hex nut and remove rear engine carrier with engine mount.
  • Unscrew cross bridge.
  • On all models, loosen propeller shaft clamping nut for approx. two turns without sliding back rubber sleeve (sliding along).
  • Remove front propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible coupling remains on propeller shaft.
  • Remove front propeller shaft from transfer case.
  • Prior to sliding back propeller shaft, loosen vulcanized fitted ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Remove electrical connections from alt...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1992-93 300CE, 300D, 300E, 300SD, 300TE, 400E, 500E, 1994 E320, E420 & E500
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Pull the cowl seal off up to the righthand windshield wiper.
  • Remove the cowl lip seals.
  • Detach the two upper center cover retaining clips, then the cover.
  • Remove two screws securing the lefthand water drain cover, then disengage clip and remove cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the lefthand air inlet retaining screws, then lift the air inlet upward to remove, Fig. .
  • Remove the righthand air i...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Check Engine Oil Level ->
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

A sensor mounted in the engine oil pan allows engine oil level to be displayed on the instrument panel trip odometer window. With the vehicle parked on a level surface, engine warmed up and shut off for 5 minutes, place ignition switch in the On position. An oil level icon along with a clock icon should appear in the trip odometer window. Press the knob to the left of the speedometer twice. The message OK, 1.0 qt., 1.5 qt., 2.0 qts., or...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition clamp at water pump and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

  • Remove fan and fan shroud.
  • Loosen bolt on tensioner pulley 1/4 to 1/2 turn.
  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise using suitable tool to remove drive belt.
  • Remov...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Headlamp Washer, Footwell & I/P Connectors Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESELHeadlamp Washer, Footwell & I/P Connectors Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Connector X-22/8
  • Connector B-10/6x1
  • Connector X-4/10
  • Connector X-27
  • Connector S-29/3x1
    • Engine Compartment Connectors Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESELEngine Compartment Connectors Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector M-6/2x1
  • Connector X-11
  • Connector X-11/2
  • Connector X-11/4
  • Connector M-6/3x1

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Stop Lamp Switch
  • Hood Switch
  • Alarm Horn
  • Anti-Theft Alarm Control Unit
  • Left Front Door Actuator
    • 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Symbol Identification

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System
    Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
    • Document: Headlamp Color and/or Brightness Difference When Changing Xenon Bulb
    Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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