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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Luxury 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front wheels.
  • Unscrew hexagon collar bolt on front axle shaft.
  • Take off bottom engine compartment panel at front.
  • Detach linkage for headlamp leveling device on lower transverse control arm.
  • Press supporting joint out of steering knuckle.
  • Turn front of steering knuckle outwards and then pull outwards, while moving front axle shaft out of front axle shaft flange. Do not damage boots of front axle shaft and of supporting joint. If required, to loosen front axle shaft, screw in hexagon-collar bolt again a few threads and drive out front axle shaft...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 Luxury 3.0 V6 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 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove front engine cover.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove fasteners and front and center sound insulator panels.
  • Remove bolt and P/S pressure line bracket from...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 2008-09 C Class
Vehicle: 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GAS

On 2008 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 2009 models except AMG, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2008-09 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 more often.

  • Remove trim ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 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 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GAS

Risk of injury to skin and eyes suffering scalding from contact with hot coolant spray. Risk of poisoning from swallowing coolant. Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90 degrees C. Open cap slowly and release pressure. Do not pour coolant into beverage bottles. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.

  • Remove electric fan.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Drain coolant.
  • Take off coolant line from radiator to coolant pump at radiator.
  • ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Open engine hood.
  • Remove front engine cover.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise using a suitable tool to relieve ten...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Diagram for 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GASEngine Diagram for 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • C4/2
  • Radio Interference Suppression Capacitor 2
  • Doors Diagram for 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GASDoors Diagram for 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Rear Power Window Switch
  • S20s3
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 Luxury 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 Luxury 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Rear SAM Control Module
  • Sound System Amplifier Control Unit
  • Media Interface Control Unit
  • Radio With Auto Pilot System
  • 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Sport 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Cluster
  • CAN Data Bus Adapter Connector
  • Cockpit Voltage Distributor
  • Front SAM Control Module/Fuse Box Relay Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ C300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: A/C MODULE / CONTROL FUNCTIONS
    Vehicle: 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4matic Luxury 3.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Inoperative, No Response
  • Insufficient Performance
  • Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: Oil Seepage from Back of Cylinder Head
    Vehicle: 2009 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 Sport 3.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C300 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ C300 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 C300 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 C300 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 C300 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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