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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Remove caliper as outlined under "Caliper, Replace." Do not disconnect brake hose.
  • On front rotors, remove brake carrier from steering knuckle.
  • On rear rotors, disconnect parking brake.
  • On all models, remove mounting bolts an...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 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: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 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 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Disconnect middle or rear muffler suspension and lower exhaust system at muffler and support, Fig. .
  • Remove exhaust heat shield and reinforcement brace.
  • Remove seat belt bracket.
  • 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 six-inch long, .3974-.4725 inch diameter steel drift.
  • Su...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

Drive vehicle for a minimum of ten minutes while maintaining a continuous speed above 15 mph. During this time the system will learn the new ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Remove bottom engine compartment paneling.
  • Remove viscous fan coupling.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove air pump.
  • Remove idler pulley bracket.
  • Remove nuts and wires from B+ and D+ terminals on alternator.
  • Remove alternat...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1996-2002 E Class & 2000-06 CL & S Class
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

On 1996-2005 models, 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.

On 2006 models except AMG, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 26,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2006 AMG models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 30,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

The Low Engine Coolant Level warning lamp will 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 warning lamp should go off. If the warning lamp remains on af...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

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 to i...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Remove viscous fan mounting nut while counterholding pulley socket bolts with suitable wrench. Mounting nut has righthand threads.
  • Disconnect fan connector and remove shroud.
  • Remove fa...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Interior Lamp Locations Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430  4.3 V8 GASInterior Lamp Locations Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Rear Dome Lamp
  • Front Dome Lamp
  • Left Hand Rear Door Switch
  • Right Hand Front Door Switch
  • Left Hand Front Door Switch
  • Power Window & Roof Motors & Control Modules Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430  4.3 V8 GASPower Window & Roof Motors & Control Modules Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Hand Rear Power Window Switch
  • Right Hand Front Power Window Motor
  • Right Hand Rear Power Window Switch
  • Left Hand Front Power Window Motor
  • Front Passenger Side Door Control Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430  4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Hall Sensor
  • 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430  4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • ESC Control Module
  • Driver Side Signal Pickup And Activation Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Maintenance Systems Overview
    Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System
    Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 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 E430 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 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 E430 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 E430 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 E430 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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