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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 2004-06 Models Except E Series w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Deactivate SBC brake system using STAR DIAGNOSIS.
  • Empty rear air springs using STAR DIAGNOSIS.
  • Remove front wheels.
  • Remove collar nut from front axle shaft.
  • Remove lower engine cover shields.
  • Disconnect electrical lines from brackets at front wheel and on strut assembly.
  • Remove brake hose from brake hose bracket, cut cable ties if required.
  • Remove tie rod from steering knuckle.
  • Remove nut from upper transverse rod and remove transverse rod from steering knuckle.
  • Remove front axle shaft from front axle flange, using suitable removal tool.
  • Swivel steeri...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 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 R500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Description
Vehicle: 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

While the vehicle is being driven, the Run Flat Indicator monitors the set tire inflation pressures by evaluating each wheels rotational speed. This allows the system to detect a significant loss of pressure in a tire.

If a wheel's rotational speed changes due to falling tire inflation pressure, you will see a corresponding warning...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove engine front cover.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove both engine air intake ducts from air filter housing.
  • Rotate belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Lock tensioner in release position, using a suitable drift or punch.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Re...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 2006-09 ML, R & 2007-09 GL Class
Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

On 2006-08 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 2006-09 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.

  • Open ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Flexible Service System (FSS) -> 2003-09 Except ML Class & SLK Class
Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

On these models the Flexible Service System (FSS) permits a flexible service schedule relating to the vehicle's operating conditions. The miles or days remaining until the next service interval calculate and appear in the multi-function display, Figs. through . Use the steering wheel multi-function buttons, Fig. , to access the FSS display. The remaining miles or days until the next service will display for 10 seconds when the ignition is turned On. when the calculated required maintenance interval has been exceeded, a single wrench symbol (Minor Service A) ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 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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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Open engine hood.
  • Remove front engine cover.
  • Rotate belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Door Rotary Tumbler Microswitch Diagram for 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500  5.0 V8 GASDoor Rotary Tumbler Microswitch Diagram for 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Door Rotary Tumbler Microswitch
  • M14/9s1
  • Engine Diagram for 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500  5.0 V8 GASEngine Diagram for 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Cooling Theremostat Heating Element
  • R48
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500  5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Steering Column Module
  • Central Gateway Control Module
  • DI Control Module
  • MESFI Control Module
  • 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500  5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Keyless Control Module
  • RH Front Door Central Locking Motor
  • Driver Door Central Locking Motor
  • LH Rear Door Central Locking Motor
  • RH Rear Door Central Locking Motor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ R500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE FOR SHOCK ABSORBERS AND SUSPENSION STRUTS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: DISCHARGE NOISE FROM AIRMATIC COMPRESSOR
    Vehicle: 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R500 5.0 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ R500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ R500 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 R500 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 R500 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 R500 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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