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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Radio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Radio Coded Anti-Theft System

Anti-theft radios have a coded theft protection circuit. The CODE card must be obtained before disconnecting battery, removing radio fuse or removing the radio. The serial number from the radio must match the CODE card.

After service has been performed proceed as follows:

  • Connect radio power and turn key to position No. 2.
  • Turn radio to On position. Word "CODE" will appear on display.
  • Enter first di...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4matic 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Remove caliper as outlined in "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 and...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 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: 2001 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • 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 propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
  • Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear propeller shaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
  • Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable six-inch long, .3974-.4725 inch diameter steel drift.
  • Support propeller shaft.
  • Remove in...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Verify pressures of all four tires.
  • Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 2 (the engine must not be running).
  • Press forward or back button on the multifunction steering wheel until the display for trip and main odometer appears.
  • Press up or down arrow button repeatedly until the tire inflation pressure monitor appears.
  • Press and hold reset button on the instrument cluster until the message MONITOR CURRENT TIRE PRESSURE? appears. Release the R button.
  • Press button + (YES) on the multifunction steering wheel to activate the tire inflation pressure monitor. The message TIRE...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4matic 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Remove bottom middle engine compartment paneling.
  • Remove air filter.
  • Remove washer fluid reservoir for windshield and headlamp.
  • Remove fan shroud.
  • Remove left and right bolt for engine support on engine mount.
  • Lift engine about 3/4 inch with suitable lifting equipment.
  • Remove shield for propell...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1996-2002 E Class & 2000-06 CL & S Class
Vehicle: 2001 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Flexible Service System (FSS) -> 1998-2002 All & 2003-09 ML Class & SLK Class
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4matic 4.3 V8 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp on heat exchanger feed pipe and remove hose.
  • Reposition clamp on thermostat housing and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp on heat exchanger return pi...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Left Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430  4.3 V8 GASLeft Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • A7/3y23
  • Axle Vacuum Solenoid Valve
  • In Wiring Channel by Rear Door Sill Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4matic 4.3 V8 GASIn Wiring Channel by Rear Door Sill Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4matic 4.3 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Blinker Connector Sleeve
  • Z30/4
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4matic 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4matic 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Switch
  • Stop Lamp Switch
  • High Beam Indicator
  • Right Turn Indicator
  • Left Turn Indicator
  • 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430  4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Sunroof Control Module
  • Trunk Release Switch
  • Right Front Door Switch
  • Right Front Door Lock Switch
  • Left Rear Door Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Maintenance Systems Overview
    Vehicle: 2001 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: 2001 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E430 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 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 2001 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 2001 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 2001 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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