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Page 2: ...ggage racks when not in use not warm up your engine at idle and with the vehicle at standstill avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration avoid frequent braking avoid unnecessarily high speeds have...

Page 3: ...Owner s Manual 300TD TURBO DIESEL Chassis 123T 1984 Mercedes Benz...

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Page 5: ...a minimum of trouble and that it 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 Thi...

Page 6: ...16 Seat Belts 17 Rear Seat B e n c h 19 Folding Seat Bench 20 C o n tro ls 21 Steering Lock 21 Lighting Switch 22 Combination Switch 23 Rear Window Wiper 24 Cruise C o n tro l 24 Automatic Climate C...

Page 7: ...cking Coolant Level 69 Adding C o o la n t 69 Automatic Transmission Fluid Level 70 Reservoirs for Window Washing Systems 71 Electrical System 72 Headlamp Adjustment 72 Replacing Bulbs 72 Fuses 76 Bat...

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Page 9: ...Vehicle Operation...

Page 10: ...4 62 7 Lighting switch page 22 20 Switch for left front seat heater page 16 8 Cruise control page 24 21 Switch for hazard warning flasher system 9 Instrument cluster page 10 22 Switch for right front...

Page 11: ...Instruments and Controls 9...

Page 12: ...cator lamp right green 8 Tachometer 9 Electric clock 10 Preglowing indicator lamp yellow 11 Seat belt warning lamp red 12 Knob for clock adjustment press in for adjustments 13 Knob for instrument lamp...

Page 13: ...Instrument Cluster 11...

Page 14: ...l handle in door trim panel Tailgate From outside push button 1 From inside pull handle in door trim panel Locking and Unlocking of Doors From the outside turn key From the inside actuate safety plung...

Page 15: ...gaged the safety buttons of the front passenger door the rear doors and the tailgate can also be actuated manually The front passenger door and the tailgate can in addition be locked and unlocked with...

Page 16: ...r vision as well as fore aft placement and seat back angle to insure adequate control reach oper ation and comfort Be certain seat is locked in by sliding front rear until full engagement is assured T...

Page 17: ...with both hands Removing rear seat head restraints Pull out head restraint to the stop Release lock by pressing the visible locking button below the LH head restraint post and pull up head restraint b...

Page 18: ...ely 5 minutes in the rapid heating mode the heater automatically switches to normal operation and only one control lamp will stay on Turning off heater If one control lamp is on press in upper part of...

Page 19: ...to engage audibly The belt must be tight and must be checked for tightness immediately after fastening and regularly during the trip If required tighten lap belt by pulling up on the upper belt secti...

Page 20: ...g into brackets 5 Note No seat belt can be used for more than one person Children under the age of six or under the weight of 23 kg 50 lb should be seated in the back seat with an approved restraint s...

Page 21: ...slip your fingers into recess 2 and position seat cushion vertically push front seat forward a little if necessary Slide head restraint into openings provided in the seat cushions Push button 1 once m...

Page 22: ...es of luggage rubbing against them Folding Seat Bench To enlarge the seating area the folding seat bench can be unfolded For this purpose engage the safety belts into the brackets provided Removing do...

Page 23: ...efer to page 46 Notes The following items can be operated with the key in steering lock position 1 Wiper windshield washers headlamp flasher lighter glove compartment lamp radio seat heater electrical...

Page 24: ...ps 2 Same as pos 1 plus headlamps 3 Standing lamps right 4 Standing lamps left A Turn to position 2 and pull out to first detent same as position 2 plus fog lamps Note With the steering lock key remov...

Page 25: ...signals left To operate the turn signals move the combination switch past the point of resistance up or down The switch is automatically cancelled when the steering wheel is turned by a large enough...

Page 26: ...icle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelera tor Speed is set by briefly pushing the switch to position 1 or 2 and the accelerator can be released The speed can be increased e g for pass...

Page 27: ...when the key in the steering lock is turned in position 1 or 0 Important Only use the cruise control if the traffic conditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed Position Resume should be...

Page 28: ...rk Heating cooling and air distribution within the vehicle s interior is auto matically controlled Furthermore settings are available for extreme weather conditions enabling the For correct operation...

Page 29: ...d If the fan control is set to AUTOM it will run continuously in speed No 5 MAX Maximum heating performance If the fan control is set to AUTOM it will run continuously in speed No 5 Automatic Climate...

Page 30: ...e fuel In the ventilation mode air is emitted from nozzles 1 and 2 In the heating mode warm air is primarily supplied to the foot area Only an amount of air sufficient to prevent fog build up under no...

Page 31: ...l This setting is necessary for clearing a fogged windshield As soon as possible reset to or In the heating mode air is supplied to the windshield foot area and to nozzles 2 in the cooling mode additi...

Page 32: ...selector wheel and the fan speed setting maximum heated air will be channeled to the windshield and nozzles 2 for side window defrosting Note The air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the...

Page 33: ...in steering lock to position 1 or 2 The exterior mirror can be adjusted by means of the switch Note If the mirror housing has been forcibly moved from its normal position it must be repositioned by a...

Page 34: ...isor must be engaged in its inner mount ing Heated Rear Window With engine running press top of rocker switch to turn on bottom to turn off When the rear window heater is turned on the indicator lamp...

Page 35: ...h lamp on push once more to switch off Depending on the position of the switch in the rear passenger compart ment lamp the lamp is switched on and off by the contact switches of the rear doors and the...

Page 36: ...wer windows can only be operated with the steering lock in position 2 All four windows can then be operated using the switches in the center console The rear door windows can also be operated using th...

Page 37: ...nloading the vehicle Passenger protection Pull out upper spring blind safety net and engage into eyelets on the roof This is a particularly important safety factor when the vehicle is loaded higher th...

Page 38: ...me display call button Q 13 Cassette track switch and track indicator iKiESt 14 Fast tape rewind locking button Ire ra n 15 Fast tape forward locking button iw l 16 Cassette eject button 17 Cassette d...

Page 39: ...yed digitally on the display panel Automatic station search Switch to the wave band desired by pressing any of the following buttons for FM buttons B 3 through S 3 for AM buttons H I through BEI By pr...

Page 40: ...n control button Press automatic station seeker bar H up or down and hold down The frequency will increase or decrease respectively in increments of 0 1 MHz for FM or 1 0 KHz for AM Release the button...

Page 41: ...playing position When the end of one playing side is reached the unit switches automati cally to reverse for playing the second track Manual reverse can be activated by depressing the cassette track...

Page 42: ...he time will be displayed for a few seconds To use the timer D By using the tim erK B the radio can be automatically turned on at a preset time In order to set the tim erK B the ignition key must be i...

Page 43: ...the antenna will not extend or will retract com pletely Radio The height of the antenna can be adjusted to any intermediate height by actuating the antenna switch If the antenna switch is in the cente...

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Page 46: ...catch stop At the same time grip 2 will pop out of the radiator grille 44 Pull grip 2 out of the radiator grille as far as the stop and lift up hood windshield wiper arms must not be folded out Closin...

Page 47: ...d Level Engine Automatic Transmission See Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc and last page 4 Coolant Level See Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Fuels Coolants L...

Page 48: ...preglow indicator lamp must come on The preglow process starts When the preglow indicator goes out the engine is ready for starting Ambient Temperature exceeding 0 C 32 F Turn key in steering lock clo...

Page 49: ...ximately Notes Due to the installed starter non re peat unit the key in the steering lock must be returned to 0 position before making a new starting attempt Observe the oil pressure gauge immediately...

Page 50: ...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 51: ...eed limit mark of that particular gear range Over rewing could other wise result in damage to the engine On slippery road surfaces it is not recommended to downshift in order to obtain braking action...

Page 52: ...soon as the prevailing temperatures fall close to the freezing point If ice has formed on the road tire traction will be substantially reduced Under such weather conditions drive steer accelerate and...

Page 53: ...teering lock is turned to driving position 2 and it must go out when the engine is running If the indicator lamp lights up during braking this shows that the front wheel brake pads are worn Have brake...

Page 54: ...rature must not rise above the red marking Emission Control Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law Nevertheless...

Page 55: ...er Driving Have your car winterized in a MERCEDES BENZ service station before the onset of winter Engine oil change If no all year round engine oil is used fill with recommended winter oil For vis cos...

Page 56: ...hat this is possible without endangering other drivers on the road If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads the braking efficiency should be tested as soon as possible after d...

Page 57: ...Vehicle Care 55...

Page 58: ...rvals e g Engine Oil change with filter change every 4000 km 2500 miles Automatic transmission Fluid change without filter change every 24 000 km 15 000 miles Tires Inspect Air cleaner Clean or replac...

Page 59: ...the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influ ences More frequent washings are neces sary to deal with unfavorable condi tions for example near the ocean in industrial areas smoke exhaust...

Page 60: ...not use solvents fuels thinner etc to clean the tail lamps In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible When washing the car underbody do not forget to clean the inner s...

Page 61: ...r dryer If in doubt please consult your MERCEDES BENZ service station Paintwork Do not apply wax if your car is parked in the sun or if the hood is still hot For maximum protection the paint work shou...

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Page 64: ...and remove To install ash tray Position ash tray squarely and push in Ski Rack Roof Rack Integral Luggage Brace We recommend the use of drip rail mounted ski and roof racks This type of rack does not...

Page 65: ...without roof luggage the luggage retainers 3 may be removed to reduce wind noise Bleeding the Fuel System A completely bled fuel system is imperative for perfect engine opera tion During operation th...

Page 66: ...he vehicle at the jack tubes provided on either side of the vehicle Use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a tire change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack Jack...

Page 67: ...wheels can be rotated according 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 wear o...

Page 68: ...Insert jack arm fully into 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 gro...

Page 69: ...in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter i Example Room temperature approx 20 C 68 F Ambient temperature approx 0 C 32 F Adjusted air pressure specified air pressur...

Page 70: ...ground and the oil level must be some where between the lower and the upper mark on dipstick 1 do not add in excess of the upper mark Wipe dipstick before any oil level measurement To determine the o...

Page 71: ...ains 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 pressure The drain plugs...

Page 72: ...ipstick opening Even the slightest impurity may cause operational trou bles The fluid level in the transmission is dependent upon its temperature The maximum and minimum fluid level marks on the dipst...

Page 73: ...ted in the engine compartment The reservoir for the rear window washing system is located behind the panel on the RH side in the compart ment To open the panel pull handle and fold down panel Replenis...

Page 74: ...nd turn to the right until the stop is felt Install only 12 volt bulbs with the specified watt rating Front Lamps 1 Cover Remove cover 1 after backing out knurled plastic nuts located behind headlamps...

Page 75: ...to the left and take out When installing the bulb holder the lugs must engage the lamp body recesses When installing the lamp body never fail to engage the locating webs 16 between the retaining sprin...

Page 76: ...t lamp Backup Lamps 21 W 32 cp Loosen securing screws and detach lens To replace depress the bulb turn it to the left and pull it out Interior Lamps 10 W festoon lamp To replace the bulb lift off fron...

Page 77: ...sor Lamp 5 W festoon lamp To replace a bulb pry off the cover by inserting a screwdriver in the left and right slots located on the lower edge Glove Compartment Lamp 5 W festoon lamp To replace the bu...

Page 78: ...eks and more often in summer and in hot zones The fluid level must be between the lower and the upper markings Refill battery only with distilled water Do not use metal funnels nor push through the ov...

Page 79: ...ut automatically If the engine has not fired after a few seconds shift the selector lever from S to N to protect the transmis sion from damage For a new starting attempt tow start the vehicle for some...

Page 80: ...then from the positive terminals Instructions A discharged battery can freeze at approx 10 C 14 F In all cases it must be thawed out before jumper cables are used Never lean over batteries while jump...

Page 81: ...Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc i 79...

Page 82: ...ers 1 Certification Tag left door pillar 2 Identification Tag left window post 3 Chassis No 7 4 Engine No 8 5 Body No and Paintwork No Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emissi...

Page 83: ...of the order Your 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...

Page 84: ...ction o rd e r 1 2 4 5 3 V belts Water pump fan alter nator 2 V belts 9 5x1035 mm Power steering 12 5x1145 mm Air conditioning 12 5 x 925 mm 82 Transmission D esign Automatic four speed torque convert...

Page 85: ...roof rails max 100 kg 220 lb Roof load on protective strips distributed over total area max 80kg 176lb Technical Data Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width Overall height Wheel...

Page 86: ...cants etc Total oil capacity in case of engine oil and filter change 7 5 1 7 9 US qt 1 SAE 40 may be used if ambient temperatures constantly exceed f 30 C 86 F Automatic transmission Initial fill 7 3...

Page 87: ...cation grease Door locks Powdered graphite Battery terminals Bosch special grease Brake reservoir approximately 0 5 I 0 5 US qt Brake fluid1 Windshield washer system approximately 3 0 I 3 2 US qt Wind...

Page 88: ...used for topping up if the oil level drops of the dipstick minimum mark prior to the first service 1300 1600 km 800 1000 miles During the course of the operation of the vehicle the boiling point of th...

Page 89: ...done within the cars fuel tank Kerosene has to be filled in before the diesel fuel Engine power may drop according to the proportion of kerosene For this reason keep percentage of kerosene added to t...

Page 90: ...n antifreeze in the cooling system the water already starts boiling at approx 118 C 224 F which means that the pointer of the temperature gauge in the instrument cluster may still be below the red mar...

Page 91: ...ercedes 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 Can...

Page 92: ...ts and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades of A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dis...

Page 93: ...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 applies 300 TD TURBO DIESEL V...

Page 94: ...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 copy ing even of excerpts is not permitted without our prior...

Page 95: ...ion fluid for automatic transmission For level checks and replenishment refer to page 70 Tire Pressure Cold tires For driving up to 160 km h 100 mph bar psi Partial load 2 0 28 Maximum load 2 0 28 Coo...

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