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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 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 E300D cars and light trucks from 1990+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable -> Cleanliness -> General Service -> Product Compatibility -> R-134a Systems -> Safety
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Product Compatibility

Before adding or replacing engine coolant, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. If using orange silicate-free coolant, do not mix with green silicated coolant, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, engine coolant will require change sooner at 30,000 miles or 24 months.

Before replenishing refrigerant oil, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. Refer to "A/C D... "

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1995 C36, C220 & C280 & 1996 E300 & E320 -> 1995 E420, S320, S350, S420, S500, S600 & SL320 -> ABS -> ABS, ASR, ETS & SPS -> ABS, ESP & SPS -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> C230, S320, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500, SL600 & 1996-97 C280 & E300 & 1996-97 C36 & 1996 C220 & 1997 E320 & E420 -> C36, C220, C230 & C280 -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Component Locations -> Connector Terminal Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> E430 & 1996-97 E320, S320, S420, S500, S600, SL500 & SL600 & 1996-97 E420 & SL320 -> Function Tests -> Generic Scan Tool -> Hand-Held Tester -> Hand-Held Tester (HHT) Tool -> Impulse Counter Scan Tool -> SL320, SL500 & SL600 & 1995 S320, S350, S420, S500 & S600 -> Symbol Explanation -> Symptom Related Diagnosis -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1995 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

Symbol Explanation

Refer to Figs. through for explanations of symbols, connections and steps included in charts.

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

ABS systems with ASR or ETS may only be inspected using Hand-Held Tester (HHT) tool No. 965 589 00 01 00, or equivalent scan tool.

Generic Scan Tool

Follow tool manufacturers instructions and connect suitably programmed scan tool to generic scan tool connection X11/22, Fig. .

Hand-Held Tester (HHT) Tool
  • Turn ignition switch to Off position.
  • On models equipped with 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC), connect Hand-Held Tester tool No. 965...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1997-99 Models w/Diesel Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

Normal Service

Replace ev...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

  • 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 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 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 E300D cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

  • 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 E300D AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

  • Remove engine compartment bottom cover.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolts a...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1996-2002 E Class & 2000-06 CL & S Class
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

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 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Brake Assist System (BAS)/Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR) Or Brake Assist System (BAS)/Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

The Brake Assist System (BAS)/Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR) or Brake Assist System (BAS)/Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 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 has come on while driving the vehicle, a fault in the BAS, ASR or ESP h...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

Inlet

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

Outlet

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

  • Remove viscous fan coupling.
  • Relieve belt tension b...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Door & Trunk Switches Diagram for 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D  3.0 L6 DIESELDoor & Trunk Switches Diagram for 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Trunk Release Switch
  • Left Hand Rear Door Switch
  • Right Hand Front Door Switch
  • Left Hand Front Door Switch
  • Left Hand Front Door Lock Switch
  • Preglow Indicator, ECT Sensor, Preglow Output Module & Glow Plugs Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D  3.0 L6 DIESELPreglow Indicator, ECT Sensor, Preglow Output Module & Glow Plugs Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • ECT Sensor
  • Glow Plugs
  • Preglow Indicator Lamp
  • Connector B-11
  • Connector R-9
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D  3.0 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Hall Sensor
  • 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D  3.0 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Audio Amplifier
  • Rear Window Antenna
  • CTEL Interface
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ E300D cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: GUIDELINE FOR DETERMINING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 722.6 REPAIR/REPLACEMENT
    Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: ASR MIL ILLUMINATES AND THROTTLE ENTERS LIMP-HOME MODE INTERMITTENTLY - 722.6 TRANSMISSION
    Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 3.0 L6 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ E300D AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ E300D 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 E300D 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 E300D 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 E300D 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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