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2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 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 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Import Compressor Service -> Nippondenso Compressor -> Precautions -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
Product Compatibility
Before replenishing refrigerant or refrigerant oil, ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Disc Brakes -> Caliper, Replace -> CL55, CL500, CL600, S55, S430, S500 & S600 -> CLK55, CLK320, CLK430, CLK500, E55, E320, E430, E500, SLK32, SLK230 & SLK320 -> Front -> Rear -> SL55, SL500 & SL600
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
SL55, SL500 & SL600
- Disconnect and plug brake hoses, Fig. .
- Disconnect wear sensor connector.
- Remove connector, and if required, speed sensor.
- Remove mounting bolts and caliper from steering knuckle or wheel carrier.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Install new self-locking bolts and tighten to specifications.
- Only transparent (temperature resistance) wear sensors may be installed on rear axle.
- Front wear sensors' contacts must correspond to plug connectors.
- On models equipped with Lucas fixed calipers,wear sensors are installed on outer brake pad.
- On all models, insta...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 2003 Models w/Gasoline Engines Except E320 & E500 Sedans Less 4 Matic -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
Normal Service
Repl...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
- Remove exhaust system from flange back.
- Remove mounting bolts and rear reinforcement bridge, Fig. .
- Disconnect front exhaust shield from exhaust shield.
- Disconnect exhaust shield from tunnel.
- Remove mounting bolts and front reinforcement bridge.
- Loosen intermediate bearing mounting bolts.
- Remove mounting bolts and disconnect propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible disk remains with propeller shaft.
- Remove mounting bolts and disconnect propeller shaft from differential carrier. Flexible disk remains with propeller shaft.
- Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable six-inc...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed STAR DIAGNOSIS scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed STAR DIAGNOSIS scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Intermittent & Poor Connections
Intermittents
Most intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:
- Wiring broken inside insulation.
- Poor connection between male and female terminal at connector.
- Poor terminal to wire connect...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
- Disconnect electrical connectors.
- Remove mounting bolts, then the cable and hose brackets...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1996-2002 E Class & 2000-06 CL & S Class
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 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 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) System warning lamp, will illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the warning lamp is operational. The lamp should go off when the engine is started. If the warning lamp remains on after the engine has been started or while driving the vehicle, a fault in the ABS has been detected. While the fault is present in the ABS, the ABS is switched off. When the ABS is ...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
- Drain cooling system into suitable container.
- Remove fan shroud.
- Remove cover strip and headlamps.
- Remove front end crossmember.
- Disconnect coolant hoses at radiator.
- Remove radiator top seal.
- Remove power steering oil cooler lines.
- Disconnect AFT lines at radiator. Plug and seal lines and openings.
- Remove fan grille.
- Remove condenser mounting bolts. Do not di...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS
- Open engine hood.
- Remove front engine cover.
- Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
- Lock tensione...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Front Door Diagram for 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Dashboard Diagram for 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 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 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 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 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 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 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S55 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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