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Summary of Contents for 300 SE 1993

Page 2: ...ould keep tires at the recommended 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...

Page 3: ...Mercedes Benz Owner s Manual 1993 300 SE 400 SEL 500 SEL...

Page 4: ...in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or approval agencies should exist Mercedes Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are...

Page 5: ...s 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: ...M ercedes Benz Automobiles Linder California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price if Mercedes Benz of North America Inc or its authorized dealer...

Page 7: ...he next owner If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Owner s Service and W arranty Policy Booklet Operating Your Vehicle Outside the U S A o...

Page 8: ...manual including operating instructions wherever necessary Since they are special order items the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle If t...

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

Page 10: ...axi mum permissible speed in each gear as indicated on the speedometer Avoid accelerating by kickdown It is not recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear We recommend to se...

Page 11: ...d Controls Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Instruments and Controls 10 Instrument Cluster 12 Indicator Lamp Symbols 13 Catalytic Converter 14 Starting and Turning Off the Engine 15 Driving In...

Page 12: ...ntrol for left center air outlet 17 Air volume control for right center air outlet 18 Air volume control for right air outlet 10 19 Storage eyeglasses compartment 20 Lock for storage eyeglasses compar...

Page 13: ...11 Instruments and C ontrols...

Page 14: ...Knob for instrument lamps and trip odometer Rotate knob To vary intensity of instrument lamps Depress knob To reset trip odometer 7 Speedometer 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 ASR function indicator lamp ye...

Page 15: ...e Index MM ABS malfunction See Index Brake pads worn down See Index Brake fluid low except Canada Parking brake engaged See Index Brake fluid low Canada only Parking brake engaged See Index SRS malfun...

Page 16: ...lined in your Maintenance Booklet Caution To prevent damage to the cata lytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be...

Page 17: ...e key can only be removed with the selector lever in position P If the coolant temperature is very high e g after hard driving on mountain roads do not shut off the engine immediately but allow it to...

Page 18: ...of the parking brake system is checked each time the car is in the shop for the required maintenance Between maintenance checks it is a good practice to apply the parking brake once or twice while dri...

Page 19: ...ircum ference and become visible at a depth of approximately 1 i 6 in 2 mm at which point the tire is considered worn and should be replaced The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the...

Page 20: ...for the winter season for all four wheels to insure normal bal anced handling characteristics On packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance as com pared with summer tires Stop ping distance h...

Page 21: ...traveling at length on salt strewn roads This can bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to normal A prerequisite is however that this is done without endangering other drivers on the road...

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Page 23: ...mrest Front 42 Power Seats Rear 43 Armrest Rear 44 Head Restraints Rear 44 Power Head Restraints Rear 45 Adjustable Steering Wheel 46 Seat Belts and Supplemental Restraint System SRS 47 Seat Belts 47...

Page 24: ...o open 5 Left center air outlet adjustable 6 Right center air outlet adjustable 7 Side air outlet left and right adjustable Push buttons for center air outlets 8 Heated air supply red indicator 9 Non...

Page 25: ...rature selector utilization 2 Temperature display 7 Air recirculation 3 Automatic mode 8 Air volume selector 4 Air distribution buttons 9 Economy 10 Selection switch 11 Off Right side passenger compar...

Page 26: ...ng in the white field of the selector is recommended and can be used for driving year round The selected temperature can be shown in the display window 2 in either F o r C 3 14 Automatic Mode This is...

Page 27: ...re drops below 122 F 5 0 C if the battery voltage drops 7 Air Recirculation Outside air is not supplied to the car s interior This mode can be selected to prevent annoying odors or dust from entering...

Page 28: ...ition in this setting 11 off n The fresh air supply to the car interior is shut off While driving use this setting only temporarily otherwise the windshield could fog up Important This vehicle is equi...

Page 29: ...ow from air outlets beneath front seats Intermediate positions can be selected for a mixed air flow Note The rear passenger climate con trol does not operate with auto matic climate control in o mode...

Page 30: ...ents locks Flat Key The flat key fits all locks on the car Do not give the master key to an unauthorized person We recommend that you carry the flat key with you and keep it in a safe place e g your w...

Page 31: ...d as well as the windows and sliding roof closed with infrared remote control The transmitter is located in the key holder the receivers are lo cated in the door handles and next to the trunk lock 3 R...

Page 32: ...the trunk is not prop erly closed after you attempt to lock the car by remote control the red indicator lamp will continue to blink max 10 seconds Open the door or trunk lid close it properly and lock...

Page 33: ...g and pressing the remote control button again until the green indicator lamp at the receiver blinks The sliding pop up roof and windows will open again The sliding pop up roof will only open if it wa...

Page 34: ...car open and reclose this door and lock the car again Each individual door can be locked with door lock button the driver s door can only be locked when it is closed Central Locking System The entire...

Page 35: ...g 3 Locking detent 4 Separate locking of trunk remove key in this position When the trunk is separately locked it remains locked when unlocking any door To deny any unauthorized person access to the t...

Page 36: ...i tion 3 within 10 seconds The sliding pop up roof and windows will open again The sliding pop up roof will only open if it was not fully closed Door lock right When locking doors or trunk turn key in...

Page 37: ...eumatic power assisted mechanism has stopped doors and or trunk can be reopened If the trunk lid does not close refer to Trunk Lid Manual Closing in Index Note To prevent possible personal injury alwa...

Page 38: ...larm system has been armed the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and the horn will sound intermittently when someone opens a door opens the trunk opens the hood removes the radio switches on or bridge...

Page 39: ...uipped with power head restraints do not try to raise or lower them manually Warning Do not adjust the driver s seat while driving Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose contr...

Page 40: ...first button F and then 2 respectively 3 Note See Index for instructions on adjustment of steering wheel and mirrors Recalling seat head restraint steering w heel exterior and inside rear view mirror...

Page 41: ...le to insure adequate control reach operation and comfort The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rea...

Page 42: ...backrest to provide addi tional lumbar and side support The amount of cushion height and curvature may be adjusted after turning the key in steering lock to position 2 H Bottom M Center SI Top can be...

Page 43: ...amp will stay on Turning off heater If one indicator lamp is on press upper half of switch If both indicator lamps are on press lower half of switch If left on the heater automatically turns off after...

Page 44: ...on 4 to open cover Note The cover cannot be opened with armrest raised above the top comfort position Warning The armrest does not suffice as a child restraint system In case of a frontal collision a...

Page 45: ...ock to posi tion 1 or 2 with the driver s or front passenger s door open the power seats can also be operated with the key removed or in steering lock position 0 Seat Bench 1 Backrest tilt Individual...

Page 46: ...artment Rear Bench Seat Pull down the armrest by its strap Before storing the armrest in the backrest close its storage com partment lid For the removal of the Rear Seat Cushion see Index Head Restrai...

Page 47: ...ith the driver s or front passenger s door open the power head restraints can also be operated with the key removed or in steering lock position 0 Activate switch 1 Place head restraint upright 2 Fold...

Page 48: ...n or shorten the steering column push in or pull out switch 1 To raise or lower steering wheel push switch 1 up or down Note The steering wheel position can be stored in memory together with the seat...

Page 49: ...r the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the ab domen or neck That could cause serious or even fatal injuries The seat back and seat belts provide the best re...

Page 50: ...matically adjusted by the fo re aft movement of the front seat Seat moved to front Belt outlet fully lowered Seat moved to rear Belt outlet fully raised For safety reasons avoid ad justing the seat or...

Page 51: ...Belts should not be worn twisted In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to take impact forces The twisted belt against your body could cause injuries Pregnant women should also use a...

Page 52: ...s are located in each belt s inertia reel and be come operationally ready with the key in steering lock position 1 or 2 The emergency tensioning re tractors are designed to activate only when the seat...

Page 53: ...r In conjunction with wearing the seat belts with emergency tensioning retractors 4 they provide increased protection for the driver and passenger in certain major frontal and front angled impacts The...

Page 54: ...a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational We strongly recom mend that you visit an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer immediate ly to have the system checked...

Page 55: ...ays be in a pro perly seated position and to wear your seat belt For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the seat back Fasten your...

Page 56: ...senger airbag cover and installation of additional electrical elec tronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring Several airbag system com ponents at the steering wheel get hot after the air b...

Page 57: ...hen it inflates in a crash If this happens a child in the restraint could be seriously injured Infants and small children should never be held on the lap while the vehicle is in mo tion During an acci...

Page 58: ...rear window defroster power windows power seats front heated seats front adjustable steering wheel An audible warning will sound when the driver s door is opened with the key in steering lock position...

Page 59: ...eled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree 6 Press switch briefly One wipe without washer water select only if window is wet Press switch past resistance point Windshield washer w...

Page 60: ...re moving ice or snow remove key from steering lock Remove blockage Activate combination switch again key in steering lock position 1 Em ergency Operation of Windshield Wiper In case of windshield wi...

Page 61: ...ps pull out one stop with parking a nd or head lamps on IlkQ Rear fog lamp pull out to 2nd detent in addition to fog lamps Indicator lamp in lamp switch comes on Standing Lamps When the vehicle is par...

Page 62: ...k to position 2 with either front door open the mirror can be operated with key removed or in steering lock position 0 or 1 Turn switch to position r y To adjust move the switch for ward backward or t...

Page 63: ...The exterior mirrors have elec trically heated glass The heater switches on automatically de pending on outside temperature If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its normal position i...

Page 64: ...ad restraint steering column position and can be recalled when necessary see Index Note If the inside rear view mirror was adjusted separately the originally stored position remains in memo ry To reca...

Page 65: ...he side From this position the visor can slide forward and backward on its shaft Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Front seats With the visor engaged in its inner mounting the lamp can be switched on by open...

Page 66: ...ched on 3 Rear Courtesy Lamps A B A Courtesy lamps switched off B Courtesy lamps switched on Note The courtesy lamps cannot be switched off as long as a rear door is open 4 Reading Lamps Front B A Rea...

Page 67: ...mpartments may be locked and unlocked by using the master key in lock 5 Locking Turn master key in lock 5 to the right and remove Unlocking Turn master key back to vertical position Storage Compartmen...

Page 68: ...o remove ashtray from rear door Hold left and right side of insert and pull up To install ashtray Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage Warning With the gear selector lever in posi...

Page 69: ...e roof at rear 4 to lower roof at rear Turn key in steering lock to posi tion 1 or 2 with either front door open the sliding pop up roof can be operated with key removed or in steering lock position 0...

Page 70: ...the last few inches before closure it will stop but not open slightly Blocking of Rear Door Window Operation If no operation of the rear windows by switch 6 for instance by children is desired slide...

Page 71: ...k see Central Locking System in Index Warning When leaving the vehicle al ways remove the key from the steering lock Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipm...

Page 72: ...nutes of operation Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed before activating the defroster If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously or the battery is only partially charged...

Page 73: ...na The antenna extends when switching on the radio and or telephone Note To retract the antenna e g when entering a car wash both radio and telephone must be switched off Cellular Telephone The vehicl...

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Page 75: ...perature Indicator 84 Coolant Temperature Gauge 84 Low Engine Coolant Level Warning Lamp 85 Driving Low W indshield and Headlamp Washer System Fluid Level Warning Lamp 85 Exterior Lamp Failure Indicat...

Page 76: ...in steering lock position 2 the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should come on brightly To release the parking brake pull handle on instrument panel The brake warning lamp in the instru...

Page 77: ...release the brake until ready to drive The vehicle may otherwise start creep ing when the selector lever is in drive or reverse position Accelerator position Partial throttle early upshifting normal...

Page 78: ...mage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty D The transmission automatically upshifts to 5th gear Position D provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating cond...

Page 79: ...best torque range Maneuvering To maneuver in tight areas e g when pulling into parking space control the car speed by gradually releasing the brakes Accelerate gently and never abruptly step on the ac...

Page 80: ...n N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty D The transmission automatically upshifts to 4th gear Position D provides optimum driving characteristic...

Page 81: ...ccelerator To rock a car out of soft ground mud or snow alternately shift from forward to reverse while applying slight partial throttle Rocking a car free in this manner may cause the ABS warning lam...

Page 82: ...e previously set speed will be resumed automatically If a set speed is to be increased or decreased slightly e g to adapt to the traffic flow hold lever in posi tion 1 or 2 until the desired speed is...

Page 83: ...the cruise control may be ex ceeded and you may have to step on the brake pedal to slow down As soon as the grade eases the cruise controlled speed will again be maintained as long as the brakes were...

Page 84: ...e warn ing lamp comes on and should go out when the engine is running The oil pressure at idle speed may drop if the engine is at operating temperature This will not jeo pardize the engine s operation...

Page 85: ...ngine oil should be topped to the fu ll mark on the dipstick with an approved oil In addition to the warning lamp the engine oil level should be periodically checked with the dipstick for example duri...

Page 86: ...outside tem perature indicator is not designed to serve as an Ice Warning Device and is therefore un suitable for that purpose In dicated tem peratures just above the freezing point do not guarantee...

Page 87: ...ge while driving Note Warning Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze con tains ethylene glycol which may burn if it com es into con tact with hot engine parts You can be seriously burn...

Page 88: ...ct into the fuse before the failure indicator monitoring unit in order to avoid damaging the system Seat Belt Warning Lamp With the key in steering lock position 2 the warning lamp comes on and an aud...

Page 89: ...accident Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on Don t add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilli...

Page 90: ...g 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 functions as a reminder...

Page 91: ...ow ASR warning lamp in the instrument cluster come on They must go out when the engine is running If the ASR warning lamp comes on with the engine running a malfunction has been detected Pressing the...

Page 92: ...mum possible traction This mode is effective at speeds up to 25 mph 40 km h It re mains stored in memory up to 37 mph 60 km h and auto matically engages again when the vehicle speed drops below 25 mph...

Page 93: ...u visit an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer as soon as possible to have the system checked out Note If the battery was disconnected the indicator lamp will only go out after the engine is started and t...

Page 94: ...think that exhaust gas fum es are entering the ve hicle while driving have the cause determined and cor rected immediately If you must drive under these condi tions drive only with at least one window...

Page 95: ...ops with decreasing ambient temperature A well charged battery ensures that the engine can always be started even at low ambient temperatures Tires We recommend M S radial ply tires on all four wheels...

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Page 97: ...103 Tire Inflation Pressure 106 Battery 107 Exterior Lamps 108 Fuses 112 Practical Hints Jump Starting 113 Towing the Vehicle 115 Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle 116 Testing Infrared Remote Control 1...

Page 98: ...height of approx 1 ft 30 cm assisting with flat hands placed only on edges of hood 3 To avoid hood damage if hood is not fully closed repeat closing procedure Warning To help prevent personal injury...

Page 99: ...first notch to relieve ex cess pressure If opened immediately scalding hot fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure possibly causing personal injury Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine part...

Page 100: ...SEL Check engine oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil level Oil level mus...

Page 101: ...fine mesh filter into the dipstick opening Even the slightest impurity may cause operational troubles The fluid level in the transmission is dependent upon its tempera ture The maximum and minimum fl...

Page 102: ...ch 1 Trunk floor 2 Strap 3 Luggage bowl 4 Lug wrench Roll back the floor mat Lift the trunk floor 1 and engage strap 2 in the eyelet on the edge of the trunk lid To remove the spare tire turn luggage...

Page 103: ...der the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is raised Be certain that the jack is always v...

Page 104: ...for the first time or when a set of wheels with M S tires is installed Tightening torque 110 ft lb 150 Nm For rim and tire specifications refer to Technical Data Warning Worn old tires can cause accid...

Page 105: ...in use especially on hills Always try to use the jack on level sur face Be sure that the jack arm is fully inserted in the jack tube Lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before workin...

Page 106: ...round Position the jack so that it is always vertical plumb line as seen from the side see arrow even if the vehicle is parked on an incline 7 Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the groun...

Page 107: ...lts evenly following the sequence illustrated above until all bolts are tight Observe a tightening torque of 110 ft lb 150 Nm 14 Correct tire pressure Important When installing new wheels the mounting...

Page 108: ...rature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed Tire pressure should therefore only be corrected on cold tires Correct tire pressure in warm tires only if pressure has dropped be low the pressure...

Page 109: ...ck position 0 W hile the engine is running the battery terminal clamps must not be loosened or detached other wise the alternator and other electronic components would be damaged Battery Recycling Bat...

Page 110: ...t screw 3 Fog lamp vertical adjustment screw 4 Scale for horizontal adjustment 5 Clamps for high and low beam headlamp cover 6 Latch for turn signal parking side marker and standing lamp housing 7 Bul...

Page 111: ...h clamping ring Remove bulb Insert new bulb seating properly in cutouts of bulb socket mount clamping ring Reinstall and push electrical connector on securely Reinstall cover and fasten with retaining...

Page 112: ...anges and needs read justment only after repair to the body or a headlamp unit There fore do not turn the horizontal adjustment screw 1 if number 0 on scale 11 aligns with marker 12 Adjusting Headlamp...

Page 113: ...t counterclock wise and remove Taillamp Assemblies 1 Turn signal lamp 21 W 32 cp bulb 2 Stop side marker lamp 21 4 W 3 5 1 2 cp bulb 3 Tail parking lamp 5 W bulb 4 Tail parking and standing lamp 21 4...

Page 114: ...and remove Main fuse box in engine compartment Fuses Before replacing a blown fuse determine the cause of the short circuit Spare fuses are supplied inside the main fuse box Observe amperage and colo...

Page 115: ...have loose or missing insulation 2 On both vehicles Turn off engine and all lights and accessories except hazard warning flashers or work lights Apply parking brake and shift selector lever to positi...

Page 116: ...jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to com e in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush affected area with wat...

Page 117: ...ith sling type equip ment Towing with sling type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports Use wheel lift dolly or flat bed equipment with key in steering lock turned to position 0...

Page 118: ...amage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent the start of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the car A prere quisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbody fo...

Page 119: ...ections in the taillamps designed to prevent soiling if necessary No solvents fuels thinners etc must be used In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible When washing t...

Page 120: ...sed MB Paint Polish should be applied if paint surface shows signs of dirt embedding i e loss of gloss MB Fine Polishing Paste must be used when the paint surface shows signs of excessive fading chalk...

Page 121: ...ing until locked in place Important Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if dis posed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal For disposal please...

Page 122: ...raint completely with both hands Push button 1 up for approxi mately 5 seconds Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop Adjust head restraint to the de sired position Warning For your pr...

Page 123: ...retracted manually should a malfunction occur with the automatic system Push sliding switch down 1 and to the right 2 Rear Seat Cushion Removal Push in locking tabs 1 on left and right side of seat a...

Page 124: ...fety tab down 1 push wiper blade downward 2 and remove Installation driver s side Press safety tab of new wiper blade down Insert wiper blade between the tabs 3 on the wiper arm and slide into end of...

Page 125: ...he rear turn clockwise To slide the roof open or to lower the roof at the rear turn counter clockwise Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap The manual release knob is located behind the right side trunk...

Page 126: ...5 2 2 ft lb 20 30 Nm For approved spark plugs see Technical Data 300 SE Layout of Poly V belt Drive 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Fan 5 Air pump P13 00H B13...

Page 127: ...of ori ginal spare parts required for maintenance and repair work In addition strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service More than 300 000 different spa...

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Page 129: ...ata 300 SE 130 400 SEL 132 500 SEL 134 Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc 136 Capacities 136 Engine Oils 138 Air Conditioner Refrigerant 138 Brake Fluid 138 Premium Unleaded Gasoline 138 Fuel Requirements...

Page 130: ...on cross member beneath front passenger seat 4 Engine No 300 SE only front right 5 Body No and Paintwork No 6 Emission Control Tag 7 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission...

Page 131: ...e parts in accordance with the terms of the following war ranties 1 New vehicle limited warranty 2 Emission systems warranty 3 Emission performance warranty 4 California emission control systems warra...

Page 132: ...Maximum engine speed 6700 rpm Firing order 1 5 3 6 2 4 Poly V belt 2440 mm 130 Rims Tires Rims light alloy rims Wheel offset 7 1 2 J x 16 H 2 2 0 in 51 mm Summer tires Radial ply tires 225 60 R 16 97...

Page 133: ...d max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length 201 3 in 5113 mm Overall vehicle width 74 3 in 1886 mm Overall height 58 7 in 1492 mm Wheel base 119 7 in 3040 m...

Page 134: ...3900 rpm Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm Firing order 1 5 4 8 6 3 7 2 Poly V belt 2460 mm 132 Rims Tires Rims light alloy rims Wheel offset 7 1 2 j x 16 H 2 2 0 in 51 mm Summer tires Radial ply tires 2...

Page 135: ...20 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length 205 2 in 5213 mm Overall vehicle width 74 3 in 1886 mm Overall height 58 9 in 1495 mm Wheel base 123 6 in 3140 mm Track...

Page 136: ...Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm Firing order 1 5 4 8 6 3 7 2 Poly V belt 2460 mm 134 Rims Tires Rims light alloy rims Wheel offset 71 2 J x 16 H 2 2 0 in 51 mm Summer tires Radial ply tires 235 60 ZR 16...

Page 137: ...Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length 205 2 in 5213 mm Overall vehicle width 74 3 in 1886 mm Overall height 58 9 in 1495 mm Wheel base 123 6 i...

Page 138: ...lants Lubricants etc Capacities Model Capacity Fuels coolants lubricants etc Engine with oil filter 300 SE 7 9 US qt 7 5 I 400 SEL 8 5 US qt 8 0 I 500 SEL 300 SE Initial fill 7 5 US qt 7 1 I Fluid cha...

Page 139: ...g system approx 5 3 US qt 5 0 I MB W indshield washer concentrate S 1 Cooling system 300 SE approx 15 3 US qt 14 5 I 400 SEL approx 16 4 US qt 15 5 I 500 SEL MB Anticorrosion antifreeze Fuel tank incl...

Page 140: ...re ducing the system s efficiency The brake fluid must therefore be replaced every two years prefer ably in the spring It is recommended to use only brake fluid approved by Mercedes Benz Your authori...

Page 141: ...eet all other fuel requirements such as resistance to spark knock boiling range vapor pressure etc Gasoline Additives A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build up caused by gasoline M...

Page 142: ...e proper level have cooling system checked 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...

Page 143: ...on wet pavement as measured under controlled con ditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con crete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance tested under controlled cond...

Page 144: ...tion please discuss the problem with the dealership management or if necessary contact the Owner Service Manager at the Mercedes Benz Regional Office nearest you see Owner s Service and Warranty Infor...

Page 145: ...on to notifying Mercedes Benz of North America Inc If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a r...

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Page 147: ...Index...

Page 148: ...ies Fuels coolants lubricants etc 136 Catalytic converter 14 Cellular telephone 71 Central locking system 32 Check regularly and before a long trip 152 Child restraint 42 49 53 55 Cleaning and care of...

Page 149: ...of poly V belt drive 124 Lighter 66 Low engine oil Level warning lamp 83 Lumbar support 40 Maintenance 4 8 Memory 38 Mirrors adjusting 6 0 6 1 Multicontour backrest 40 Outside temperature indicator 84...

Page 150: ...100 Sun visors 63 Supplemental restraint system SRS 47 50 Technical data 130 Tire inflation pressure 106 Tires 1 7 1 8 89 93 102 106 130 132 134 141 Towing the vehicle 115 Traveling abroad 93 Trunk l...

Page 151: ...our authorized Mercedes Benz dealer We consider this to be the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle Service and Literature To help avoid personal injury be extremely carefu...

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Page 154: ...has been released then remove cap 2 Tire Inflation Pressure Check at least every two weeks For details see Index 3 Coolant Level See Adding coolant in Index 4 Windshield Washer System Headlamp Cleani...

Page 155: ...engine oils see Index Automatic Transmission Automatic transmission fluid For level checks refer to Index For normal replenishing use water potable water quality For further information e g anticorros...

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