Mercedes-Benz 1985 380SE Owner'S Manual Download Page 2

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Drive Sensibly — Save Fuel

Fuel consumption depends to a great

extent on driving habits and operating
conditions.

In order to save fuel you should:

• ensure that tire pressures are

correct

• not carry unnecessary loads

• remove ski racks or roof-mounted

luggage racks when not in use

• not warm up your engine at idle

and with the vehicle at standstill

• avoid frequent acceleration and

deceleration

• have all the maintenance jobs

specified by us carried out at
regular intervals by an authorized
MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.

Driving in low temperature weather, in
stop-and-go city traffic and on short
hops, and in hilly country also
increases fuel consumption.

Summary of Contents for 1985 380SE

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual 380SE 500SEL 500SEC Mercedes Benz II I I III III l...

Page 2: ...ski racks or roof mounted luggage racks when not in use not warm up your engine at idle and with the vehicle at standstill avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration have all the maintenance jobs sp...

Page 3: ...Owner s Manual 380SE 500SEL 500SEC Chassis 126 1985 Mercedes Benz...

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Page 5: ...inimum of trouble and is easy to operate We have just one request to make hoping that it will benefit you as well Please do not put this manual aside without first carefully reading it You may notice...

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Page 7: ...ining Replacement K e y s 14 Opening Locking and Unlocking of D o o rs 15 Central Locking System 16 Anti Theft Alarm System 17 Seats 18 Adjusting Power Seats Front 18 Safety Head Restraints Rear 19 Re...

Page 8: ...mically 58 Economical Driving Indicator ECONOMY 58 Special Operating Conditions 59 Winter Driving 59 Hints for Driving 59 Tire Chains 60 Traveling A broad 60 6 Vehicle Care Practical Hints MERCEDES BE...

Page 9: ...ing the Vehicle 85 Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Identification P la te s 88 Vehicle Data C a rd s 89 Warranty C overage 89 Technical Data 90 380 S E 90 500 SEL 500 SEC 92 Fuels Coolant...

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Page 11: ...Vehicle Operation...

Page 12: ...e 28 13 Lever for nonheated fresh air page 32 14 Switch for heated rear window page 39 15 Switch for electric sliding roof page 38 16 Switch for hazard warning flasher system 17 Switch for automatic a...

Page 13: ...Instruments and Controls 11...

Page 14: ...ob for clock adjustment press in for adjustments 12 13 0 2 Sensor replacement indicator lamp red When the indicator lamp comes on the 0 2 Sensor must be replaced 14 Supplemental restraint system indic...

Page 15: ...Instrument Cluster 13...

Page 16: ...ate the anti theft alarm after the car was locked with the master key Flat Key T The flat key with a red dot fits all vehicle locks Arms disarms the anti theft alarm system We recommend that you carry...

Page 17: ...ened after pulling buttons up The driver s door can be locked only if it is closed and the door lock has properly engaged i Opening the Doors From outside pull handle outwards 1 From inside pull handl...

Page 18: ...i theft alarm will come on if a door is opened from the inside Trunk To unlock the trunk with the central locking system turn the master key in the trunk lock completely to the left and let it return...

Page 19: ...he alarm unin tentionally do not arm the alarm system in the following situations e g Auto ferry auto train when hitching unhitching a trailer or heavy loading unloading For this purpose use the suppl...

Page 20: ...tments with vehicle in motion Storing seat and safety head restraint positions in memory D Memory button E Position buttons 1 and 2 Two sets of seat head restraint posi tions may be programmed in memo...

Page 21: ...tipped completely forward it should form a cradle behind the seat occupant s head Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should then be adjusted for adequate rearward vision Fasten seat belts C...

Page 22: ...at cushion Electrical Adjustment of the Individual Rear Seats 500 SEL The switches are located on the console between the seats Turn key in steering lock to posi tion 2 Press switches 1 Upward seat cu...

Page 23: ...be changed to five different settings between position A lowest setting and E highest setting by varying the height regulator 2 adjustment If a driving trip is temporarily inter rupted the last cushi...

Page 24: ...switch portion posi tion 1 normal heater operation one indicator lamp lights up Push in lower switch portion posi tion 2 rapid heating both indicator lamps light up After approximately 5 minutes in th...

Page 25: ...it clicks 380 SE 500 SEL Adjust front seat belts so as to have the upper belt located as near as possible to the middle of the shoulder For this purpose push button 4 and raise or lower belt outlet 3...

Page 26: ...coupe the swivel fitting which is mounted on the lower anchoring point to facilitate entering the vehicle must point forward 24 Unfastening Push in the red button 3 in the belt buckle The retractor s...

Page 27: ...eat belts and inertia reel in the usual manner Warning Rear seat passengers should always wear seat belts for their own protection and to avoid endangering the driver and front passenger with their un...

Page 28: ...instrument cluster With the key in steering lock position 1 or 2 the indicator lamp comes on for about 10 seconds then goes out If it doesn t come on doesn t go out flickers on and off or comes on whi...

Page 29: ...ly belts installed or supplied by MERCEDES BENZ Do not pass belts over sharp edges Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the belts An airbag or tensioning retractor that...

Page 30: ...engine refer to page 51 Notes The following items can be operated with the key in steering lock posi tion 1 Wipers windshield washer head lamp flasher lighter glove com partment lamp radio seat heate...

Page 31: ...rn to position 2 and pull out to first detent same as position 2 plus fog lamps Controls Notes With the steering lock key removed and the driver s door open a warning buzzer sounds if the vehic le s e...

Page 32: ...ed by a large enough angle To signal minor directional changes of the vehicle such as changing lanes on a highway move combina tion switch to the point of resistance only and hold it there 6 Control f...

Page 33: ...ls below approx 40 km h 25 mph for example when driving upgrade the cruise control will be cancelled 4 Resume If the lever is briefly pushed to position 4 when driving at a speed exceeding approximate...

Page 34: ...or will be automatically controlled Further more settings are available for extreme weather conditions enab ling the defogging of the windshield or air ventilation to top and bottom To ensure efficien...

Page 35: ...If the fan control is set to AUTOM it will run continuously in speed No 5 MAX Maximum heating performance If the blower control is set to AUTOM it will run continuously in speed No 5 Automatic Climate...

Page 36: ...o save fuel In the blower operation air is emitted from outlets 4 5 and 6 only In the heating mode air is primarily supplied to the foot area In addition air is also supplied to the front doors Only e...

Page 37: ...setting is necessary for clearing a fogged wind shield As soon as possible reset to or In the heating mode air is supplied to the windshield foot area air outlets 5 and 6 and the front doors in the co...

Page 38: ...ted air is directed to the windshield and side windows regardless of tempera ture and fan speed setting Note The air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation It is norma...

Page 39: ...n steering lock to position 2 The exterior mirror can be adjusted by means of the switch Note If the mirror housing has been forcibly moved from its normal posi tion it must be repositioned by applyin...

Page 40: ...Swing down sun visor The lamps are switched on when the cover is opened For this purpose the visor must be engaged in its inner mount ing Sliding Roof Turn key in steering lock to position 2 Press upp...

Page 41: ...hut off automatically after a maximum of 20 minutes Remove snow or ice from window before starting to drive Interior Lamps The switch for the front lamp has 3 positions Position 1 the lamp is switched...

Page 42: ...wer Windows Switch group for power windows 1 front left 2 rear left 3 front right 4 rear right 5 Safety switch The power windows can only be operated with the steering lock in position 2 All four wind...

Page 43: ...3 Cassette track selector switch and track indicator I 14 Fast tape rewind locking button i m Radio 15 Fast tape forward locking button Ik m i I 16 Cassette eject button 17 Cassette door To turn the r...

Page 44: ...leased and pressed again After pressing the tone button again the tone level will begin to increase and the cycle is repeated Note It takes approx 5 seconds to go from minimum tone level to maximum to...

Page 45: ...the function button Enter frequency by pressing EQ i EQ IT3 ED EQ S3 EQ When dialing a frequency directly the number of the push buttons is not displayed on the panel The wave band is indicated by sh...

Page 46: ...s for a smooth change over rather than a hard sudden switching thereby reducing noise and interference The stereo indicator will remain lit even if the receiver has changed to the mono mode and will t...

Page 47: ...ime set button A colon sign will appear between the second and third digits I to indicate that the clock is activated With the radio switched off the time will be indicated on the digital display When...

Page 48: ...l not extend or will retract completely Automatic Antenna The height of the antenna can be adjusted to any intermediate posi tion by actuating the antenna switch If the antenna switch is in the center...

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Page 50: ...torized ignition system Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components ignition coil distributor spark plug sockets igni tion cables diagnostic socket of the ignition system if th...

Page 51: ...See Checking Fuels Coolants Lubri cants etc Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc and last page 4 Coolant Level See Checking Fuels Coolants Lubri cants etc Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc and last page 5 Brake...

Page 52: ...ecommended maintenance instructions as out lined in your maintenance booklet Should any noticeable irregularities in the engine operation occur excessive unburned fuel may reach the converter causing...

Page 53: ...ery high e g after hard driving on mountain roads do not shut off the engine immediately allow it to run for 1 2 minutes at increased idle speed Hints Due to the installed starter non repeat unit the...

Page 54: ...the service brake shortly after driving off Warm up the engine smoothly Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached When taking off on a slippery surface do n...

Page 55: ...ition only below 60 km h 40 mph Important Do not exceed the speed limits for individual gear selections which are correspondingly indicated by marks on the speedometer Do not attempt downshifting to a...

Page 56: ...grooves in the road and apply brakes cautiously in the rain Tire friction A given speed at which a vehicle driven on dry roads can still be fully controlled must be reduced when the same vehicle is t...

Page 57: ...rake warning lamp in the instrument cluster stays on the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir Hav...

Page 58: ...brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and you may want to take extra care driving Warning Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you Only a save attentive and...

Page 59: ...curacy of the displayed tempera ture can only be verified by compa rison to a thermometer located next to the sensor not by comparison to external displays i e bank signs etc Oil Pressure Gauge The oi...

Page 60: ...ater on Therefore drive your vehicle during the first 1500 km 1000 miles at moderate vehicle and engine speeds During this period avoid heavy loads full throttle driving and high RPMs no more than of...

Page 61: ...Hints for Driving The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration braking and steering action Do not use the cruise control system under such co...

Page 62: ...g instructions After driving a short distance retighten the mounted chains Tire chains should only be driven on snow at speeds not to exceed 50 km h 30 mph Remove chains as soon as possible when drivi...

Page 63: ...Vehicle Care 61...

Page 64: ...nance work at shor ter than normal intervals as follows Engine Oil change with filter change every 6000 km 3750 miles Automatic transmission Fluid change without filter change every 24000 km 15000 mil...

Page 65: ...ssiveness and potency of the above adverse influences More frequent washings are neces sary to deal with unfavorable condi tions for example near the ocean in industrial areas smoke exhaust emissions...

Page 66: ...through an automatic car wash in partic ular one of the older installations rewipe the recessed sections provided in the tail lamps for im proved prevention of soiling if necessary No solvents fuels t...

Page 67: ...e consult your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring e g when wet etc may cause the upholstery velour for exampl...

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Page 69: ...Practical Hints 4 67...

Page 70: ...t head restraint completely with both hands The release button 1 is located below the left head restraint post on both front seats Removing rear seat head restraints Pull head restraint up until deten...

Page 71: ...y to avoid injury Then pull the seat cushion forward Installation Push rear of seat cushion under seat back as far as it will go and press down on the front section until it engages Note On vehicles w...

Page 72: ...tored in the hat shelf at the rear To open the lid push button 1 Luggage or Ski Racks We recommend the use of drip rail mounted ski and roof racks These racks do not require additional supports suctio...

Page 73: ...the cover fold back mats and engage strap 4 in trunk lid Warning The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes provided on either side of the vehicle Use the jack only...

Page 74: ...The wheels can be rotated accord ing to the degree of tire wear while retaining the same sense of rotation Rotating however should be carried out before the characteristic tire wear pattern shoulder...

Page 75: ...k arm fully into the tube hole up to the stop Position the jack so that it will always be vertical as seen from the side even on inclines Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear off the ground 7...

Page 76: ...ture approx 0 C 32 F Adjusted air pressure specified air pressure 0 2 bar 3 psi Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort Increased inflation pressures for...

Page 77: ...ine the oil level check both sides of the dipstick Always determine the oil level by means of the straight hori zontal marking formed by the oil on one side of the dipstick For viscosity and capacity...

Page 78: ...ervoir contains hot water and is under pressure Using a rag turn cap to first notch to relieve excess pressure If opened immediately hot scalding fluid and steam will be blown out under pres sure The...

Page 79: ...ick opening Even the slightest impurity may cause operational troubles The fluid level in the transmission is dependent upon its temperature The maximum and minimum fluid level marks on the dipstick a...

Page 80: ...1 Headlamp vertical adjusting screw 2 Headlamp horizontal adjusting screw 3 380 SE 500 SEL Fog lamp vertical adjusting screw 4 380 SE 500 SEL Fog lamp horizontal adjusting screw 5 Securing screw for...

Page 81: ...sen securing screw 5 and pull housing out of bracket Then loosen securing screws 6 and remove front cover Remove securing screws 10 and take out lamp holder Pull off plug connector 12 Disengage retain...

Page 82: ...mp 10 W 6 cp 5 Backup lamp 21 W 32 cp Turn both locks in the trunk to the left as far as the stop and detach lamp bracket To replace the bulbs depress turn to the left and remove License Plate Lamps 5...

Page 83: ...to the removal of the rear lamp Reading Lamps in the Rear Passenger Compartment 4 W 2 cp To change the bulbs pull out lamps Sun Visor Lamp 5 W festoon lamp To replace a bulb pry off the cover by inser...

Page 84: ...umbers 2 4 6 etc up to 14 Fuses must not be repaired or bridged Spare fuses are stored in the fuse box observe amperage and color code Before changing a burned out fuse determine the cause of the shor...

Page 85: ...or the battery to last an optimum length of time Therefore we recommend that you have the battery charge checked frequently if you use the vehicle mostly for short distance trips or if it is not used...

Page 86: ...nitial position although the windshield wiper motor continues to run a full cycle If this condition is encountered the accu mulated snow should be manually removed when it is safe to do so The sliding...

Page 87: ...tions A discharged battery can freeze at approx 10 C I 140 F In all cases it must be thawed out before jumper cables are used Warning Never lean over batteries while jump starting you might get burned...

Page 88: ...e the transmission may be damaged For another starting attempt tow car again for a short while with the selector lever in position N and then repeat starting procedure The same procedure may be used f...

Page 89: ...Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc 4 87...

Page 90: ...rtification Tag left door pillar 2 Identification Tag left window post 3 Chassis No 4 Engine No 5 Body No and Paintwork No 6 Emission Control Tag 500 SEC left side 7 Information Tag California version...

Page 91: ...our car is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Owner s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet and your dealer will exchange or repair any defective parts in accordance with the terms...

Page 92: ...34 3 in3 8 3 116 kW 4750 rpm 155 net bhp 4750 rpm 1 5 4 8 6 3 7 2 9 5 X 1100 mm 9 5 X 990 mm 12 5 X 920 mm 9 5 X 750 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle See an authorized MERCEDES BE...

Page 93: ...2 V 66 Ah see last page Weights See certification tag Technical Data 380 SE Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width Overall height Wheel base Track front Track rear 5145 mm 202 6...

Page 94: ...Alternator 9 5x 1005 mm Air conditioning 12 5 x 930 mm Air pump 9 5x750 mm 1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle See an authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer for the corresponding data of all...

Page 95: ...7 in 1440 mm 56 7 in 3070 mm 120 9 in 1545 mm 60 8 in 1517 mm 59 7 in Technical Data 500 SEL 500 SEC Main Dimensions 500 SEC Overall vehicle length 5060 mm 199 2 in Overall vehicle width 1828 mm 72 0...

Page 96: ...oil capacity in case of engine oil and filter change Automatic transmission Initial fill 8 6 1 9 1 US qt Fluid change 7 7 1 8 1 US qt Fuels coolants lubricants etc Recommended engine oil SAE 40 may b...

Page 97: ...proximately 90 I 23 8 US gal approximately 12 5 I 3 3 US gal Fuels coolants lubricants etc Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 85 W 90 Hydraulic fluid Automatic transmission fluid for power steering1 High temperat...

Page 98: ...oxygenates such as Ethanol MTBE IPA IBA and TBA can be used provided the ratio of either one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10 The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3 In...

Page 99: ...ked for signs of leakage The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water If you are not sure about the water quality consult your au...

Page 100: ...Mercedes Benz of N A Inc One Mercedes Drive P O Box 350 Montvale New Jersey 07645 Att Technical Publications Tel 201 573 0600 for Canada Mercedes Benz of Canada 849 Eglinton Ave East Toronto 17 Ont Ca...

Page 101: ...sts and does not include corner ing turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades of A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the genera tion of heat and its ability to...

Page 102: ...ted represents results obtainable by skilled drivers under controlled road and vehicle conditions and the information may not be correct under other conditions Description of the vehicles to which thi...

Page 103: ...ted represents results obtainable by skilled drivers under controlled road and vehicle conditions and the information may not be correct under other conditions Description of the vehicles to which thi...

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Page 106: ...odify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Owner s Manual s e e o Reprinting translation and copying even of excerpts is not perm itted without our prio...

Page 107: ...ph Cold tires Summer tires normal load maximum load Winter tires 2 0 28 2 1 30 2 2 32 Coolant For normal replenishment use water potable water quality For further information e g anticorrosion antifre...

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