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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 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 S500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Import Compressor Service -> Nippondenso Compressor -> Precautions -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

Product Compatibility

Before replenishing refrigerant or refrigerant oil, ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, dis...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ S500 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: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

Normal Service

Replace e...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove twelve-point collared nut from rear axle shaft.
  • Remove rear wheel.
  • Remove right muffler.
  • Remove exhaust pipe at flange.
  • Remove rear axle shafts from connecting flange To prevent wheel bearing damage vehicle must not be moved on its wheels with rear axle shaft removed. Bring rear axle shaft into a position which is roughly horizontal, push together and remove downwards at an angle from connecting ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 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 S500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 4matic 5.0 V8 GAS

Refer to Fig. for wiring...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove fasteners and sound insulator panels.
  • Remove starter bolts.
  • Remove protective cap and disconnect connector for circuit 30 (B+) on starter.
  • Disconnect connect...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ S500 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: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 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 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

The Check Engine lamp should illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the lamp is operational. After the engine has been started, the warning lamp should go off. If warning lamp comes on while th...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition clamp at coolant pump and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Remove fan shroud ring and place over fan.
  • On first versions, proceed as follows:
    • Loosen adjusting bolt 1/4-1/2 turn.
    • Loosen tensioning nut (turn to left).
    • Remove drive belt.
    • Inspect pulley surfaces and replace as required.
    • Set pointer at marking 1.
    • Install belt starting at tensioning pulley.
    • Tighten tensioning nut until setting point...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Door Diagram for 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ S500  5.0 V8 GASFront Door Diagram for 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • S87/4s1
  • Power Locking Microswitch
  • Trunk Diagram for 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 4matic 5.0 V8 GASTrunk Diagram for 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 4matic 5.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • E-Net Compensator
  • A28/3
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S500  5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Central Gateway Control Module
  • 1995 MERCEDES-BENZ S500  5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Stop Lamp Switch
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Exterior Lamp Switch
  • Right Headlamp Unit
  • Left Headlamp Unit
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ S500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM VOICE RESPONSE UNIT (VRU)
    Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: SRS COMPONENTS - REPLACEMENT
    Vehicle: 2000 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ S500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ S500 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 S500 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 S500 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 S500 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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