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Page 2: ...ded inflation pressures remove unnecessary loads remove ski racks or roof mounted luggage racks when not in use allow engine to warm up under low load use avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration...

Page 3: ...Owner s Manual 300SDLturbo Model 126 D 1987...

Page 4: ...o modify 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 permitted without our pri...

Page 5: ...rs of service Your MERCEDES BENZ represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen To ensure your pleasure of ownership we ask you to make a small investment of your time Please read this...

Page 6: ...Emissions Systems Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Emission Control System Warranty California Only 4 Maintenance The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work...

Page 7: ...ed be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Owner s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet Operating Your Vehicle Outside the U S A or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle...

Page 8: ...ns herein may vary slightly from the actual equip ment ofyour vehicle If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Owner s Manual your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer wil...

Page 9: ...Instruments and Controls Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Service and Maintenance Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Consumer Information Index...

Page 10: ...m 1000 miles at moderate vehicle and engine speeds During this period avoid heavy loads full throttle driving and high RPMs no more than 2 3 of maximum permis sible speed in each gear Avoid accelerati...

Page 11: ...ontrols Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Service and Maintenance Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Starting and Turning off the Engine 14 Driving Instructions 15 MERCEDES BENZ Mainte...

Page 12: ...er for center air outlets page 20 14 Rear window defroster switch page 46 10 15 Air recirculation switch page 20 16 Hazard warning flasher system switch 17 Automatic antenna switch page 52 18 Rear pas...

Page 13: ...14 15M 16M 17 18 11 Instruments and Controls...

Page 14: ...ndicator lamp yellow 12 13 Supplemental restraint system SRS indicator lamp red See page 37 14 Antilock brake system ABS indicator lamp yellow See page 60 15 Exterior light failure indicator lamp yell...

Page 15: ...13 Instrument C luster...

Page 16: ...celerator Turning off Turn the key to steering lock posi tion 0 and remove only when the vehi cle has stopped Should the engine continue to oper ate with the key in steering lock posi tion 0 refer to...

Page 17: ...pproximately 50 km h 30 mph on a dry straight road Apply brake lightly until a slight drag on the wheels is felt Keep applying brake for about 10 seconds while pulling the release handle out before re...

Page 18: ...mperatures Aquaplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road aquaplaning may occur even at low speeds and with new tires Avoid track grooves in the road and apply brakes cautiously in...

Page 19: ...n braking and steering action Do not use the cruise control system under such conditions When the vehicle is in danger of skid ding move selector lever to position N Try to keep the vehicle under cont...

Page 20: ...ons see page 94 Severe Operating Conditions In the case of severe operating condi tions or heavy use mainly in city traffic or over short distances frequent mountain driving poor roads dusty and muddy...

Page 21: ...Bench Seat 31 Head Restraints Rear 32 Heated Seats 32 Adjusting Power Seats Rear 33 Adjusting Individual Rear Seats 33 Supplemental Restraint System Seat Belts Emergency Tensioning Retractors Driver...

Page 22: ...ution within the vehicle s interior will be automatically controlled This is accomplished with the temperature selector 1 the pushbuttons 2 and the fan control buttons 3 The adjustable air outlets 7 a...

Page 23: ...essed with the temperature selector in the MIN or MAX position the fan will run contin uously at a high speed g Air Recirculation Pressing the symbol side of the air recirculation switch causes air to...

Page 24: ...he heating mode warm air is supplied primarily to the foot area In addition warm air is also supplied to the ducts in the front doors Only enough warm air is sup plied to the windshield and air outlet...

Page 25: ...a air outlets 8 and 9 and to the ducts in the front doors Additionally air may be emitted per iodically from outlets 7 depending on the interior tem perature In the cooling mode cool air is supplied t...

Page 26: ...24 O Defrost The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the windshield and side windows outlets 9 This setting overrides temperature and fan speed settings and the air recirculation switch...

Page 27: ...he valet key cannot be used to disarm the anti theft alarm after the car is locked with the master key Flat Key The flat key with a red dot fits all vehicle locks Arms disarms the anti theft alarm sys...

Page 28: ...m the outside turn key From the inside actuate door lock button 2 Unlocking 3 Locking When the rear door lock buttons are down the rear doors cannot be opened from the outside or the inside unless the...

Page 29: ...ome on if a door is opened from the inside or if opened with the valet key Trunk To unlock the trunk with the central locking system turn the master key in the trunk lock completely to the left and le...

Page 30: ...proximately 150 seconds in the form of blinking exterior lamps At the same time an additional horn will sound intermit tently for 60 seconds pause for 30 seconds and repeat for another 60 seconds The...

Page 31: ...lts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belts are properly positioned on the body Storing seat and head restraint posi tions in memory D Memory button E Positi...

Page 32: ...vehicle is put into motion Orthopedic Seat Backrest Some models may be equipped with orthopedic seats These seats have an inflatable air cushion built into the backrest to provide additional lumbar su...

Page 33: ...n 3 for extremely inclined seat back For downward adjustment of the arm rest depress release button 4 Note To move the arm rest between posi tions 1 and 2 it may be necessary to overcome a slight resi...

Page 34: ...operation Push in upper 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 appro...

Page 35: ...justment of the seat cushion Adjusting Individual Rear Seats The switches are located on the con sole between the seats Turn key to steering lock position 1 or 2 Press switches 1 Upward seat cushion a...

Page 36: ...the driver s seat belt is not fastened When someone enters the car the reminder lamp located below the front interior reading lamp flashes for a short time to remind all occupants to fasten seat belts...

Page 37: ...belt for middle of rear seat Pull belt with latch plate 1 across the lap press latch plate into buckle 2 until it clicks The belt must not be twisted and must be tight To shorten the belt With the lat...

Page 38: ...the shoulder belt under your arm or otherwise out of position Position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips not the waist Children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating pos...

Page 39: ...he components and circuitry of the SRS and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again We strongly recommend that you visit an authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer immediately to have the sys tem checke...

Page 40: ...change the effective ness of the belts An air bag or tensioning retractor that was activated must be replaced No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS This inclu...

Page 41: ...int and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint When using any infant or child res traint system be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer s instructions on installation and...

Page 42: ...nal injury Notes The following items can be operated with the key in steering lock posi tion 1 Wiper windshield washer headlamp cleaning system only in exterior lamp switch positions 1 or 2 headlamp f...

Page 43: ...hicle more visible to passing vehicles The standing lamps can only be oper ated with steering lock in position 0 or 1 Notes With the key removed and the driver s door open a warning buzzer sounds if t...

Page 44: ...High beam flasher high beam available independent of exterior lamp switch position 4 Turn signals right 5 Turn signals left To operate the turn signals move the combination switch past the point of re...

Page 45: ...ey appear To adjust the mirror Turn key in steering lock to position 2 The exterior mirror can be adjusted using the switch Adjust the mirror so you can just see the side of your vehi cle in the porti...

Page 46: ...th the visor engaged in its inner mounting the lamp can be switched on by opening the cover Sliding Roof with Rear Pop Up Feature Turn key to steering lock position 1 or 2 1 Slide switch backward to s...

Page 47: ...ver there will be no delay when the key is in steering lock position 2 by the front door contact switches The rear courtesy lamp is switched on and off by the rear door contact switches or by the rock...

Page 48: ...everal power consumers are turned on simultaneously or the bat tery is only partially charged it is pos sible that the defroster will automati cally turn itself off When this hap pens the indicator la...

Page 49: ...ed to carry objects This will prevent such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an acci dent or sudden maneuver All four windows can then be oper ated using the switch...

Page 50: ...14 Fast tape forward m 15 Dolby noise reduction d 16 Tape selection E 9 17 Cassette eject E Q 18 Cassette door Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation...

Page 51: ...pressing the tone button again the tone level will begin to increase and the cycle is repeated Note It takes approximately 5 seconds to go from minimum tone level to maxi mum tone level To select AM...

Page 52: ...s have allocated frequencies ending with a 0 All FM stations have allocated frequencies ending with an odd uneven digit after the decimal point Broadcasters sometimes may not give their exact frequenc...

Page 53: ...stronger station Tape cassette playback It is recommended to use only good quality cassettes with a playback time of not more than 90 minutes C 90 To start playback insert a cassette tape side first s...

Page 54: ...rmally be in this posi tion If the antenna switch is in the cen ter position the antenna extends automatically to medium height if the antenna switch is engaged in the off position the antenna will no...

Page 55: ...58 Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator Lamp 58 Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp 59 Low Windshield and Headlamp Washer Fluid Level Indicator Lamp 59 Exterior Light Failure Indicator Lamp 59 Outside Temperatur...

Page 56: ...g and the service brake is applied Do not release the brake until ready to drive The vehicle may other wise start creeping when the selector lever is in a drive position Test the brakes shortly after...

Page 57: ...to the rear axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can be moved freely pushed towed or tow started Do not engage N when driving except when the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads...

Page 58: ...phill gra dients Depending on the degree of the incline shift selector lever to posi tions 3 or 2 early enough to main tain engine RPMs within the best torque range Stopping For brief stops e g at tra...

Page 59: ...ph for example when driving upgrade the cruise control will be can celled 4 Resume If the lever is briefly pulled to posi tion 4 when driving at a speed exceeding approximately 40 km h 25 mph the vehi...

Page 60: ...level drops further If no oil leaks are noted and there is no loss in engine oil pressure continue to drive to the nearest service station where the engine oil should be topped to the full mark of th...

Page 61: ...hat light is switched on If a brake or turn signal light fails the light failure indicator will come on when applying the brake or actuating the turn signal and stay on until the engine is turned off...

Page 62: ...S is in the regulating mode On slippery road surfaces the ABS will respond even with only slight brake pedal pressure The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and it...

Page 63: ...f exhaust gas is hazard ous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide and inhaling it can cause unconscious ness and lead to death Do not run the engine in confined areas such as a garag...

Page 64: ...e maximum speed for M S radial tires and the legal speed limit Blockheater The engine is equipped with a block heater The electrical cable may be installed free of charge at your authorized MERCEDES B...

Page 65: ...ehicle Tool Kit 69 Wheels Tires 70 Changing Wheels 71 Tire Inflation Pressure 72 Battery 73 Headlamp Adjustment 74 Replacing Bulbs 74 Fuses 78 Emergency Operation of Sliding Roof 79 Unlocking of Fuel...

Page 66: ...lever 1 under the driver s side of the instrument panel At the same time handle 2 will pop out of the radiator grill it may be necessary to lift the hood up slightly Pull handle 2 completely out of r...

Page 67: ...antifreeze should be used Checking Coolant Level Use extreme caution when open ing the hood in case there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system Do not remove pressure cap...

Page 68: ...th the vehicle on level ground stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back to the oil pan Wipe the dipstick clean before check ing Add oil if needed only to the upper mark max Do...

Page 69: ...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 are applicable references only if the tr...

Page 70: ...ent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving Bleeding of Fuel System The fuel system is a self blee...

Page 71: ...are stored in a compartment below the trunk floor 1 Prior to lifting up the cover fold back mats and engage strap 2 in trunk lid To remove the spare tire turn lug gage bowl 3 to the left and lift up T...

Page 72: ...Ib ft For tire specifications refer to Technical Data Rotating wheels The wheels can be rotated according to the degree of tire wear while retain ing the same direction of travel Rotating however sho...

Page 73: ...always be verti cal as seen from the side even on inclines Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear off the ground The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes bu...

Page 74: ...rying operating conditions Important Tire pressure differs by approx 0 1 bar 1 5 psi per 10 C 18 F of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in...

Page 75: ...the battery to last an optimum length of time Therefore we recommend that you have the battery charge checked fre quently if you use the vehicle mostly for short distance trips or if it is not used f...

Page 76: ...ting Headlamp Assembly 1 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 2 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 3 Fog lamp adjustment screw 4 Plastic nut for housing of turn sig nal parking side marker and standin...

Page 77: ...flat side facing up mount clamping ring 9 with tab fac ing down and turn clockwise Push electrical connector on securely Fog lamp bulb Halogen type H3 Compress the retaining clip of the cover 6 at the...

Page 78: ...ut lamps Interior Lamps To replace the bulb push the lamp assembly to the right lift off the cover on the left side with a screwdriver and pull the lamp assembly out Unsnap the reflector to replace th...

Page 79: ...in the left and right slots located on the lower edge To reinstall the mirror assembly the cover must be closed Glove Compartment Lamp 5 W bulb To replace pull down cover and remove bulb Trunk Lamp 1...

Page 80: ...lid of the fuse box The num bers and letters above the fuses cor respond to the ones on the label Before replacing a blown fuse deter mine the cause of the short circuit Spare fuses are furnished insi...

Page 81: ...c uum element on the right side of the trunk while opening the filler flap To release frozen windshield wiper blades or to replace worn blades the windshield wiper arms can be pulled out of their rece...

Page 82: ...has started immedia tely return selector lever to N It is important to allow the engine to idle for at least 1 minute before start ing off because the preglowing pro cess starts when the key is in ste...

Page 83: ...vehicle Make sure the cables are not on or near pulleys fans or other parts that will move when the engine is started 5 Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at high idle Then s...

Page 84: ...eas need to be re undercoated Your vehicle has been treated at the factory with a wax base rustproofing in the body cavities which will last for the lifetime of the vehicle Post pro duction treatment...

Page 85: ...ver is recom mended Window Cleaning Wiper Blades Use a window cleaning solution on very dirty or oil stained windows Clean windshield wiper blades with a clean cloth and detergent solution Replace bla...

Page 86: ...cleaning Clean and brush the upholstery regu larly Dirt and stains should be removed as soon as possible Removing dirt cigarette ashes etc Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner If dirt cannot be pi...

Page 87: ...t surface shows signs of excessive fading chalking due to lack of care etc Do not apply any of these products or wax if your car is parked in the sun or if the hood is still hot Use the appropriate MB...

Page 88: ...t and push it down to the stop Check if the highest position can be reached by pushing the switch up for approximately 5 seconds see page 29 Adjust head restraint to the desired position Removing rear...

Page 89: ...Cushion Removal Push buttons 1 left and right side of seat down while slightly lifting the front corner of the seat cushion Then pull the seat cushion forward Installation Push rear of seat cushion un...

Page 90: ...ution cen ters provide quick and reliable parts service More than 200 000 different spare parts even for older models are avail able MERCEDES BENZ original spare parts are subjected to the most strin...

Page 91: ...r Information Identification Plates Theft Prevention Vehicle Data Cards Warranty Coverage Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Capacities Engine Oils Brake Fluid Diesel Fuels Coolants Consumer...

Page 92: ...and engine numbers 1 Certification Tag left door pillar 2 Identification Tag left window post 3 Vehicle Identification No 4 Engine No 5 Body No and Paintwork No 6 Emission Control Tag 7 Information Ta...

Page 93: ...tration are labeled ex factory the labels show the VIN number of this vehicle Spare parts are similarly labeled ex factory in a different location The labels show the letter R for replace ment instead...

Page 94: ...ms of the warranties printed in the Owner s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet and your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer will exchange or repair any defective parts in accordance with the terms of the...

Page 95: ...ms forged light alloy rims 7 J x 15 H 2 Wheel offset 25 mm 1 0 in Summer tires Radial ply tires 205 65 R 15 93 H Winter tires Radial ply tires 205 65 R 15 93TM S Electrical System Alternator 14V 70A S...

Page 96: ...re fore use only brands tested and recommended by us Inquire at your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer Capacity Engine with oil filter 8 01 8 5 US qt 94 Fuels coolants lubricants etc Recommended engine...

Page 97: ...tipurpose or lubrication grease Door locks Powdered graphite Battery terminals Bosch special grease Brake reservoir approximately 0 5 I 0 5 US qt MB Brake fluid DOT4 Windshield washer system and headl...

Page 98: ...nt of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere Under extremely hard operating conditions this moisture content can lead to the formation of vapor...

Page 99: ...iesel fuel only If not available a certain quantity of kerosene may be added Mixing only to be done within the cars fuel tank Kerosene has to be filled in before the diesel fuel Engine power may drop...

Page 100: ...level is low water and MB anticorrosion antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage The water in the cooling system must meet minimum...

Page 101: ...top on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade...

Page 102: ...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 this table applie...

Page 103: ...Index...

Page 104: ...olant level check 65 Coolants 95 98 Coolant temperature gauge 58 Cruise control 57 Diesel fuels 95 97 Doors 26 Driver checks 108 Driving instructions 15 Emergency tensioning retractors 34 Emission con...

Page 105: ...strument cluster 12 Jack 69 Jump starting 81 Keys 25 Lamps exterior 41 74 75 76 Fog lamps 74 Headlamps 74 High mounted stop lamp 76 License plate lamps 76 Switch 41 Taillamps 75 Lamps interior 45 76 7...

Page 106: ...isors 44 Supplemental restraint system SRS 34 Technical data 93 Theft prevention 91 Tire chains 62 Tire pressure 72 Tires 16 70 99 Tool kit 69 Towing 80 Transmission fluid level check 67 Traveling abr...

Page 107: ...Jersey 07645 Att Technical Publications Tel 201 573 0600 for Canada Mercedes Benz Canada inc 849 Eglinton Ave East Toronto Ont Canada M4G 2L5 Att Technical Publications Tel 416 425 3550 Telex 065 2423...

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Page 110: ...ery two weeks For details see page 72 3 Battery Add distilled or tap water only see page 73 4 Fluid Level in Automatic Transmission See page 67 5 Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System...

Page 111: ...r psi Summer tires normal load maximum load Winter tires 2 0 1 29 1 2 1 1 30 1 2 3 1 33 1 Automatic Transmission MB Automatic transmis sion fluid For level checks and replenishment refer to page 67 Co...

Page 112: ...DAIMLER BENZ AG Stuttgart Untertuerkheim Zentralkundendienst 126 584 3 4 97 Order No 6550 5678 1 3 USA Ausgabe B 1 1987...

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