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Emission Control Tag

6 Body No. and Paintwork No.

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Summary of Contents for 300 TD-TURBO DIESEL 1985

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Page 2: ...i 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 spec...

Page 3: ...Owner s Manual 300TD TURBO DIESEL Chassis 123T 1985 Mercedes Benz 0...

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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...

Page 6: ...y Tensioning Retractor Rear Seat B e n c h Folding Seat Bench C o n tro ls Steering Lock Lighting Switch Combination Switch Rear Window Wiper Cruise C o n tro l Automatic Climate C o n tro l Various E...

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 75 Bat...

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Page 9: ...Vehicle Operation...

Page 10: ...rear passenger compartment lamp page 34 and switch for rear window wiper page 25 8 14 Switches for rear window wiper page 25 15 Switch for automatic antenna page 42 16 Switch for heated rear window p...

Page 11: ...Instruments and Controls 4 9...

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

Page 13: ...mstrumentCluster 11...

Page 14: ...andle 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 plunger...

Page 15: ...d 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 the...

Page 16: ...er 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...

Page 17: ...s 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 by LH head rest...

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

Page 19: ...ened a warning buzzer sounds simultaneously Fastening Pull belt with latch plate 1 over shoulder and lap Do not twist the belt doing this Push latch plate 1 into buckle 2 until it clicks The belt must...

Page 20: ...ebbing into belt retainers 4 and return latch plate of buckle upward to belt webbing outlet If the folding seats are not being used engage belt webbing into brackets 5 The emergency tensioning retract...

Page 21: ...ed Use only 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 A tensioning retractor that wa...

Page 22: ...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 more and f...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...left A Turn to position 2 and pull out to first detent same as position 2 plus fog lamps Notes With the steering lock key removed and the driver s door open a warning buzzer sounds if the vehicle s e...

Page 26: ...am available independent of lighting switch position 4 Turn signals right 5 Turn signals left To operate the turn signals move the combination switch past the point of resistance up or down The switch...

Page 27: ...ehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelera tor Speed is set by briefly pushing the switch to position 1 or 2 The accelerator can then be released The speed can be increased e g for p...

Page 28: ...t on the cruise control may be exceeded 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 w...

Page 29: ...instructions explain the remaining settings For proper operation of the climate control system keep all windows and the sliding roof closed The engine must be running for the ACC unit to work Heating...

Page 30: ...small amount of fresh air is added 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 continuousl...

Page 31: ...tilation 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 normal climatic con...

Page 32: ...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 additionally to nozzles...

Page 33: ...elector 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 34: ...n 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 app...

Page 35: ...aged in its inner mount ing Heated Rear Window With engine running press symbol side of rocker switch to turn on bot tom to turn off When the rear window heater is turned on the indicator lamp in the...

Page 36: ...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 tailgate...

Page 37: ...ch The power 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...

Page 38: ...unloading 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 t...

Page 39: ...ssette track selector switch and track indicator K ifg ij 14 Fast tape rewind locking button iw igM ii Radio 15 Fast tape forward locking but ton II I K I 16 Cassette eiect button 17 Cassette door lll...

Page 40: ...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 tone level To select AM or FM Press any of...

Page 41: ...Press the function button D Enter frequency by pressing E D 03 K E C D S3 C D When dialing a frequency directly the number of the push buttons is not displayed on the panel The wave band is indicated...

Page 42: ...vides 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 wi...

Page 43: ...cessed time set button A colon sign will appear between the second and third digits I r m il to indicate that the clock is activated With the radio switched off the time will be indicated on the digit...

Page 44: ...ion the antenna will not extend or will retract com pletely The height of the antenna can be adjusted to any intermediate position by actuating the antenna switch If the antenna switch is in the cente...

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

Page 47: ...matic 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 Lubricants etc and 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 320 F Turn key in steering lock cl...

Page 49: ...minutes 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: ...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 not...

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

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: ...s that the front wheel brake pads are worn Have the brake system checked at an authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer as soon as possible Brake Fluid Brake fluid should be changed once a year preferably in s...

Page 54: ...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 we urgently advise...

Page 55: ...interized at an author ized MERCEDES BENZ dealer before the onset of winter Engine oil change If year round multigrade engine oil is not used be sure to use an SAE grade based on ambient temperature F...

Page 56: ...A prerequisite is however that 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...

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

Page 58: ...onditions trailer operation hard and sporty driving etc it may be necessary to carry out maintenance work at shorter than normal intervals as follows Engine Oil change with filter change every 4000 km...

Page 59: ...iveness 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 emissions o...

Page 60: ...e tar stains before they dry and become more difficult to remove Window Cleaning Wiper Blades Use a window cleaning solution on very dirty or oil stained windows Clean windshield wiper blades with a c...

Page 61: ...r dryer If in doubt please consult your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer 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 sh...

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Page 63: ...Practical Hints i 61...

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: ...hout 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 the sy...

Page 66: ...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 st...

Page 67: ...he 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 wea...

Page 68: ...sert jack arm fully into tube hole up to the stop Position the jack so that it will always be vertical as 11 seen from the side even on inclines Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear off the gr...

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

Page 70: ...ould be parked on level ground and the oil level must be some where between the lower and the upper mark on jjJ dipstick 1 do not add in excess of the upper mark Wipe dipstick before any oil level mea...

Page 71: ...dded due to evaporation of water plain water can be used If a larger quantity of coolant has to be added a 50 50 mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze should be used Warning Do not remove pres...

Page 72: ...y cause operational trou bles 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 tran...

Page 73: ...cated 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 Replen...

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 spri...

Page 76: ...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 front lamp at RH side pull it out and open reflector The same applies to the...

Page 77: ...fuse box cover firmly to prevent cold air leaks into the vehicle Glove Compartment Lamp 5 W festoon lamp To replace the bulb pull out lamp Fuses The fuse box is located in the engine compartment A sum...

Page 78: ...ntained sufficiently charged for the battery to last an opti mum length of time Therefore we recommend that you have the battery charge checked fre quently if you use the vehicle mostly for short dist...

Page 79: ...een tow started During this time the preglowing process is cut out 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...

Page 80: ...positive terminals Instructions A discharged battery can freeze at approx 1 0 C 14 F In all cases it must be thawed out before jumper cables are used Never lean over batteries while jump starting Warn...

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

Page 82: ...rs 1 Certification Tag left door pillar 2 Identification Tag left window post 3 Chassis No 4 Engine No 5 Emission Control Tag 6 Body No and Paintwork No 7 Information Tag California version Vacuum lin...

Page 83: ...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 with th...

Page 84: ...8 cm3 183 0 in3 21 5 92 kW 4350 rpm 123 net bhp 4350 rpm 88 kW 4350 rpm 118 kW 4350 rpm 0 10 mm 0 004 in 0 35 mm 0 014 in 1 2 4 5 3 9 5 X 1035 mm 12 5 X 1145 mm 12 5 X 925 mm 82 Transmission Design Au...

Page 85: ...n roof rails max 100 kg 220 lb Roof load on protective strips distributed over total area max 80kg 175lb Technical Data Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width Overall height Whee...

Page 86: ...oil capacity in case of engine oil and filter change 8 0 1 8 5 US qt SAE 40 may be used if ambient temperatures constantly exceed 30 C 86 F Automatic transmission Federal Initial fill 7 3 1 7 7 US qt...

Page 87: ...ipples Multipurpose or lubrication grease Door locks Powdered graphite Battery terminals Bosch special grease Brake reservoir approximately 0 5 I O 5 US qt Brake fluid1 Windshield washer system approx...

Page 88: ...ed for topping up if the oil level drops below the dipstick minimum mark prior to the first service 1300 1600 km 800 1000 miles Brake Fluid During the course of the operation of the vehicle the boilin...

Page 89: ...unctions No 2 D diesel fuel of a lowered cloud point are marketed during the cold season At temperatures below 0 C 32 F use winterized or No 1 diesel fuel only If not available certain quantity of ker...

Page 90: ...to bring it up to the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage The water in the cooling system must meet mimimum requirements which are usually satisfied by normal drink ing wate...

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: ...nts 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 app...

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

Page 95: ...on 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 b a r psi Partial load 2 0 28 Maximum load 2 0 28 Co...

Page 96: ...Daimler Benz AG Stuttgart Untertuerkheim Zentralkundendienst 1 Q Q C...

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