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1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT MERCEDES-BENZ REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Heater Core, Replace -> C36, C220, C230 & C280 -> E300, E320, E420, S320, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500 & SL600
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
E300, E320, E420, S320, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500 & SL600
- Remove both front floor mats.
- Remove switches or cover plates from both sides of center console cover to provide access to cover attaching screws.
- Remove center console cover attaching screws and cover.
- Remove gearshift lever cover, then radio assembly.
- Pull off control knobs from heater and blower controls and vent lever.
- Remove retaining nuts from control shafts.
- Remove cover plate from center console.
- Remove center console attaching bolts and console.
- Remo...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1995 C36, C220 & C280 & 1996 E300 & E320 -> 1995 E420, S320, S350, S420, S500, S600 & SL320 -> ABS -> ABS, ASR, ETS & SPS -> ABS, ESP & SPS -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> C230, S320, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500, SL600 & 1996-97 C280 & E300 & 1996-97 C36 & 1996 C220 & 1997 E320 & E420 -> C36, C220, C230 & C280 -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Component Locations -> Connector Terminal Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> E430 & 1996-97 E320, S320, S420, S500, S600, SL500 & SL600 & 1996-97 E420 & SL320 -> Function Tests -> Generic Scan Tool -> Hand-Held Tester -> Hand-Held Tester (HHT) Tool -> Impulse Counter Scan Tool -> SL320, SL500 & SL600 & 1995 S320, S350, S420, S500 & S600 -> Symbol Explanation -> Symptom Related Diagnosis -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
Symbol Explanation
Refer to Figs. through for explanations of symbols, connections and steps included in charts.
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
ABS systems with ASR or ETS may only be inspected using Hand-Held Tester (HHT) tool No. 965 589 00 01 00, or equivalent scan tool.
Generic Scan Tool
Follow tool manufacturers instructions and connect suitably programmed scan tool to generic scan tool connection X11/22, Fig. .
Hand-Held Tester (HHT) Tool
- Turn ignition switch to Off position.
- On models equipped with 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC), connect Hand-Held Tester tool No. 965...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except 2003-06 E320 & E500 Sedans Less 4 Matic & 2004-06 E Series w/Gasoline Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
Fuel System Pressure Relief
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental fuel spray.
After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.
- Ensure t...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove exhaust system downstream of connector.
- Disconnect exhaust shield from tunnel.
- Remove rear transverse bridge, then reinforcement brace.
- Loosen clamping nut.
- Loosen intermediate bearing mounting bolts.
- Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect front driveshaft from transmission. Flexible disc remains on driveshaft.
- Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear driveshaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains on driveshaft.
- Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable 6-inch long, .3974-.4725 inch diameter steel drift.
- Su...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
- Remove bottom engine compartment cover.
- Disconnect electrical connectors.
- Remove mounting bolts and bracket.
- Unbolt rear engine mou...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1994-2001 C Class & 1998-2001 CLK & SLK
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
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.
- Remove the instrument panel lower righthand cover retainers, then the cover, Fig. .
- Disengage the cabin filter cover retainers, then remove the cover.
- Remove the cabin air filter element from the filter housi...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
The Brake Pad Wear indicator lamp should illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the warning lamp is operational. After the engine has been started, the warnin...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
- Remove fan shroud.
- Remove viscous fan clutch.
- Drain cooling system into suitable container.
- Disconnect coolant hoses.
- Remove automatic transmission oil cooler lines and plug fittings.
- Remove fan grille.
- Remove radiator cover.
- Remov...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS
- Remove viscous fan clutch.
- Swivel tensioning pulley clockw...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Engine Compartment Ground Locations Diagram for 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Passenger Compartment Ground Locations Diagram for 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: Headlamp Color and/or Brightness Difference When Changing Xenon Bulb Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2.8 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 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 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 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 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 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 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280 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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