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1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 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 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Blower Motor, Replace -> C43, C230 & C280 -> CL600, S320, S420 & S600 & 1998-99 CL500 & S500 -> CLK320, CLK430 & SLK230 -> E55, E300, E320 & E430 -> Front -> Rear -> S430 & 2000 CL500 & S500 -> SL500 & SL600
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

C43, C230 & C280
  • Remove passenger side blower motor cover below instrument panel.
  • Push locking mounts to one side and fold cover down, Fig. .
  • Disconnect electrical connector.
  • Remove mounting bolts and blower regulator.
  • Remove mounting bolts and blower motor.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
CLK320, CLK430 & SLK230
  • Remove passenger side blower motor cover below instrument panel.
  • Disconnect electrical connector.
  • Slide catch mounts to side and swing cover down.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Remove mo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Less ESP -> With ESP
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Less ESP
  • Connect suitable brake fluid changing tool following tool manufacturer's instructions. Bleed pressure is 29 psi.
  • Open righthand rear brake caliper bleed screw and allow approximately 2.7 ounces of brake fluid to flow out without any bubbles.
  • Tighten bleed screw to specifications.
  • Repeat bleeding procedure at lefthand rear, righthand front and lefthand front calipers.
  • On CL500, CL600, S320, S420, S430, S500 and S600 models, open master cylinder bleed screw and allow brake fluid to flow without any bubbles. Tighten bleed screw to specifications.
  • On all models, operate brake ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Component Locations -> C32, C230, C240, C320, CL55, CL500, CL600, CLK55, CLK320, CLK500, ML320, ML430, ML500, SLK32, SLK230 & SLK320
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Remove lefthand frame cross brace, Fig. .
  • Remove exhaust system downstream of connector.
  • Disconnect exhaust shield from tunnel.
  • Remove rear transverse bridge and 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 propeller shaft.
  • Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear driveshaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
  • Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable six-inch long, .3974-.4725 inc...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Remove engine compartment bottom cover.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolts, then the cabl...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1994-2001 C Class & 1998-2001 CLK & SLK
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 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 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Flexible Service System (FSS) -> 1998-2002 All & 2003-09 ML Class & SLK Class
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

The Flexible Service System (FSS), permits a flexible service schedule which is related to the operating conditions of the vehicle. Depending upon vehicle operating conditions, the miles or days remaining until the next service interval are calculated and will appear in the display panel below the speedometer for 10 seconds when the FSS (1 or 0) button is depressed twice,Figs. through . On models equipped with multi-function display, use steering wheel multifunction button to access the FSS display, Fig. . On all models, the miles or days ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Remove viscous fan clutch and fan shroud.
  • On models equipped with automatic transmission,remove ATF cooler lines.
  • Remove upper frame crossmember, protective blower grille a...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Remove viscous fan coupling and fan shroud.
  • Loosen tensioning arm and pulley co...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Fuel Pump Relay, Passenger Side Fuse & Relay Panel, ECM & Clutch Pedal Switch Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230  2.3 L4 GASFuel Pump Relay, Passenger Side Fuse & Relay Panel, ECM & Clutch Pedal Switch Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Starter Relay
  • Clutch Pedal Switch
  • Engine Control Module
  • Relay Module AIR Pump
  • Power Mirror Components Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230  2.3 L4 GASPower Mirror Components Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Left Hand Outside Rearview Mirror
  • Right Hand Outside Rearview Mirror
  • Front Driver Side Door Control Module
  • Lower Control Field Control Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Switch
  • Combination Switch
  • Instrument Cluster
  • RH Turn Signal Lamp
  • LH Turn Signal Lamp
  • 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Mast Antenna
  • Hands Free Microphone
  • CTEL Transmitter Receiver
  • CTEL Handset
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Maintenance Systems Overview
    Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System
    Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 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 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 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 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 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 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 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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