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MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 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 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks from 1990+

Mercedes-Benz -> Cooling Fans -> DESCRIPTION -> 190E -> 1992 300SE -> 260E, 300D, 300E & 300TE -> 300CE & 300SL -> 300SEL, 420SEL, 560SEC, 560SEL & 1991 300SE -> 400E & 500E -> 500SL -> 560SEL
Vehicle: 1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

190E

The dual electric fans are temperature controlled. The fans are switched to low speed when refrigerant pressure is 20.4 square inches (20 bar) and in high speed when engine temperature reaches 221°F. At maximum speed both fans draw about 26 amps at 13 volts.

260E, 300D, 300E & 300TE

The fan has two operating modes. Low speed, which is activated when the refrigerant pressure reaches 20.4 square inches (20 bar). High speed is activated by a temperature switch, once coolant temperature reaches 221°F a relay than the switch is activated.

300SEL, 420SEL...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks from 1990+.

MERCEDES-BENZ, ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> ABS SYSTEM -> ASR SYSTEM -> HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Vehicle: 1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

ABS SYSTEM

During all tests when ignition switch is on, the LED must illuminate, indicating battery voltage is satisfactory. The vehicle must not be driven with the (ABS) adapter connected. Refer to Fig. , for connection of test equipment and Fig. , for anti-lock system diagnosis.

ASR SYSTEM

During all tests when ignition switch is on, the LED must illuminate, indicating ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-02 Models w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

Normal Service

Replace e...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

  • Raise vehicle and support.
  • Unscrew exhaust shielding plate.
  • On models with 4MATIC, unscrew exhaust shielding plate.
  • Lift transmission and support.
  • Unscrew hex, head screws and hex nut and remove rear engine carrier with engine mount.
  • Unscrew cross bridge.
  • On all models, loosen propeller shaft clamping nut for approx. two turns without sliding back rubber sleeve (sliding along).
  • Remove front propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible coupling remains on propeller shaft.
  • Remove front propeller shaft from transfer case.
  • Prior to sliding back propeller shaft, loosen vulcanized fitted ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

  • Remove viscous fan coupling.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove engine compartment paneling.
  • Remove cross member below radiator.
  • Remove fan cowl.
  • Disconnect batt...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Low Engine Oil Level Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

The Low Engine Oil 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 after the engine has been started or com...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

Inlet

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

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Top Front Of Engine Diagram for 1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC  5.6 V8 GASTop Front Of Engine Diagram for 1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • LH Side Of Hood Diagram for 1989 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC  5.6 V8 GASLH Side Of Hood Diagram for 1989 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Heated Windshield Washer Nozzle Thermo Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC  5.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor
  • Electronic Blower Control Unit
  • Aspirator Blower
  • Pushbutton Control Unit
  • 1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC  5.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Dome/Reading Lamp
  • LH Front Door Switch
  • RH Front Door Switch
  • LH Front Seat
  • Warning Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SUSPENSION - UNCONTROLLABLE LOWERING/REAR TOO LOW
    Vehicle: 1986 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Erratic Operation
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: REVISED PUBLISHING AND POSTING OF DEALER TECHNICAL BULLETINS (DTB)
    Vehicle: 1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 5.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 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 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 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 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 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 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEC 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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