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Hood

Checking Coolant Level

Adding Coolant

Checking Engine Oil Level

Checking Automatic

Transmission Fluid Level

Trunk Lamp

Spare Wheel, Lug Wrench

First Aid Kit

Stowing Things in the Vehicle 96

Vehicle Jack

Vehicle Tools

Storage Compartment below

Vehicle Tool Box

Wheels

Changing Wheels

Tire Inflation Pressure

Practical Hints

Jump Starting

109

Towing the Vehicle

111

Cleaning and Care of

the Vehicle

112

Testing Infrared Remote

Control

115

Front Head Restraints

116

Rear Seat Cushion

117

Manual Closing of Trunk Lid

117

Manual Retraction of

Trunk Lid Handle

117

Replacing Wiper Blades

118

Manual Release of Fuel

Filler Flap

119

Emergency Operation

of Sliding Roof

119

Spark Plugs

120

Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive

120

Roof Rack

121

Mercedes-Benz

Spare Parts Service

121

Summary of Contents for 600 SEL 1993

Page 1: ...Mercedes Benz Owner s Manual 4 r fj f i W8r rgsm m M W A pr I...

Page 2: ...ou should 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 fre...

Page 3: ...J Mercedes Benz Owner s Manual 1993 600 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: ...f Mercedes Benz Automobiles Under 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 f...

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 Warranty Policy Booklet Operating Your Vehicle Outside the U S A or...

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: ...l for left center air outlet 17 Air volume control for right center air outlet 10 18 Air volume control for right air outlet 19 Telephone control unit compartment 20 Lock for telephone control unit co...

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

Page 14: ...n gauge See Index 12 Right turn signal indicator lamp green 4 Engine oil pressure gauge bar with warning 13 Knob for setting clock to adjust pull knob out lamp red See Index See Index 5 Left turn sign...

Page 15: ...dex BRAKE SRS A O CHECK ENGINE 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...

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: ...pletely to the left before attempting to start the engine again Observe the oil pressure gauge immediately after starting the engine In a very cold engine the oil pressure will rise slowly after the e...

Page 18: ...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 driving at approx...

Page 19: ...on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface condi tions the tire traction varies widely Specified tire pressures must be maintained This applies parti cularly if...

Page 20: ...pared with summer tires Stop ping distance however is still considerably greater than when the road is wet or dry Warning If ice has formed on the road tire traction will be substan tially reduced Und...

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 I...

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Page 23: ...Seats Rear 43 Power Head Restraints Rear 44 Armrest rear 45 Adjustable Steering Wheel 45 Seat Belts and Supplemental Restraint System SRS 46 Operation Seat Belts 46 Emergency Tensioning Retractor ETR...

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: ...tting 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 or C 3 14 Automatic Mode This i...

Page 27: ...drops below 122 F 50 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 the...

Page 28: ...will not engage fuel savings it is not possible to air condition in this setting 11 O f f O The fresh air supply to the car interior is shut off While driving use this setting only temporarily otherwi...

Page 29: ...om 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 or sw...

Page 30: ...locks Flat Key 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 wallet so that it is always handy Never leave...

Page 31: ...ell 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 Receive...

Page 32: ...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 the...

Page 33: ...essing 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 was not fu...

Page 34: ...e opened refer to Fuel Filler Flap Manual Release see Index 1 Opening pull handle 2 Unlocking 3 Locking 4 Individual door from inside Push lock button down to lock Pull lock button up to unlock When y...

Page 35: ...ng 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...

Page 36: ...king posi 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 tur...

Page 37: ...neumatic 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 alw...

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: ...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 control of t...

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

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: ...tom Ml Center i can be selected together with U U O I I1U1 I U U I I v V I Ik ll I U W U O I jT varied between position 0 without pressure and position 5 maximum pressure by chang ing the pressure reg...

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: ...ring lock 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 a Seat Bench 1 Backrest tilt Ind...

Page 46: ...witch in center console Both head restraints together can be placed in either upright or fold down position Switches in rear doors The head restraints can be placed individually in either upright or f...

Page 47: ...r view mirror positions see Index Note Warning Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Adjustabl...

Page 48: ...dan gerous You could slide under 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...

Page 49: ...ed by the fore 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 seat back into p...

Page 50: ...lts 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 la...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 oper...

Page 53: ...t 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 checke...

Page 54: ...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 seat bel...

Page 55: ...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 56: ...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 57: ...cause serious personal injury Notes The following items can be oper ated with the key in steering lock position 1 wiper headlamp flasher lighter glove box lamp sound system also in position 0 sliding...

Page 58: ...d 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 wind...

Page 59: ...e re moving ice or snow remove key from steering lock Remove blockage Activate combination switch again key in steering lock position 1 Emergency Operation of Windshield Wiper In case of windshield wi...

Page 60: ...lamps pull out one stop with parking and or head lamps on IlkQi Rear fog lamp pull out to 2nd detent in addition to fog lamps Indicator lamp in lamp switch comes on When the vehicle is parked on the s...

Page 61: ...or The switch is located on the center console Turn key in steering lock 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...

Page 62: ...he 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 it...

Page 63: ...ead 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 rec...

Page 64: ...to the 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...

Page 65: ...hed on Rear Courtesy Lamps A H R l 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 I Re...

Page 66: ...Note The storage compartments 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...

Page 67: ...ove 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 position...

Page 68: ...The sliding roof can be opened or closed manually should an elec trical malfunction occur refer to Emergency Operation in Index The sliding roof can also be closed with the key or infrared remote con...

Page 69: ...closes completely To interrupt procedure briefly press M or If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure the window will stop during the last few inches before closure...

Page 70: ...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 equipme...

Page 71: ...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 it i...

Page 72: ...a 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 vehicle...

Page 73: ...g Lamp 80 Outside Temperature Indicator 80 Coolant Temperature Gauge 80 Low Engine Coolant Level Warning Lamp 81 Low Windshield and Headlamp Washer System Fluid Level Warning Lamp 81 Exterior Lamp Fai...

Page 74: ...ring 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 ment clu...

Page 75: ...brake is applied Do not release the brake until ready to drive The vehicle may otherwise start creep ing when the selector lever is in drive or reverse position Warning It is dangerous to shift the se...

Page 76: ...esult 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 characteristics under a...

Page 77: ...elerator 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 lamp...

Page 78: ...iously 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 reache...

Page 79: ...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 not...

Page 80: ...re 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 operatio...

Page 81: ...engine oil should be topped to the full 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 dur...

Page 82: ...The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an Ice Warning Device and is therefore un suitable for that purpose In dicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee...

Page 83: ...ure gauge while driving Note Warning Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze con tains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into con tact with hot engine parts You can be seriousl...

Page 84: ...auxiliary headlamps etc be certain to connect 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 pos...

Page 85: ...t in an 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 i...

Page 86: ...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 87: ...lamp and the yellow 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 dete...

Page 88: ...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 89: ...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 90: ...venti lated If you think that exhaust gas fumes 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 a...

Page 91: ...ry Battery capacity drops 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 ti...

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Page 93: ...Tire Inflation Pressure 102 Battery 103 Exterior Lamps 104 Fuses 108 Practical Hints Jump Starting 109 Towing the Vehicle 111 Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle 112 Testing Infrared Remote Control 115 F...

Page 94: ...k from a 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...

Page 95: ...eservoir contains hot fluid and is under pressure Using a rag turn cap to first notch to relieve ex cess pressure If opened immediately scalding hot fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure po...

Page 96: ...engine allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil level Oil level must be between the lower min and upper max mark of the dipstick Do not o...

Page 97: ...ter 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 fluid level mark...

Page 98: ...Spare Wheel Lug Wrench 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 spa...

Page 99: ...area under 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 a...

Page 100: ...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 acci...

Page 101: ...e wheel that is dia gonally opposite to the wheel being changed Warning The jack is designed ex clusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle Use the jac...

Page 102: ...rt tube opening by inserting a screw driver in the opening and prying it out The tube openings are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings 6 Insert jac...

Page 103: ...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 104: ...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 105: ...lock position 0 While 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 B...

Page 106: ...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 Bulb socket for...

Page 107: ...ing 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 clamps...

Page 108: ...nd 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 Horizo...

Page 109: ...river s side Tail parking standing and rear fog lamp 21 4 W 35 1 2 cp bulb 5 Backup lamp 21 W 32 cp bulb 6 Trunk lamp 10 W bulb To replace bulbs Turn locking lever on lamp cover to vertical position a...

Page 110: ...se 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 co...

Page 111: ...ave 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 position...

Page 112: ...or jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush affected area with w...

Page 113: ...nearby garage Do not tow with 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...

Page 114: ...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 production treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Merc...

Page 115: ...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 116: ...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 117: ...ed 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 follow manufac...

Page 118: ...ely with both hands Installation 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 119: ...h out for sharp edges when removing or installing the rear seat cushion to prevent injury Manual Closing of Trunk Lid The trunk lid can be closed manually should a malfunction occur on the power closi...

Page 120: ...ess safety 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 e...

Page 121: ...left side panel of trunk with a screwdriver Insert socket wrench from tool kit through opening in panel and place on the hex drive of the electric motor Turn socket wrench manually to open or close ro...

Page 122: ...ightening torque 1 5 2 2 ft lb 20 30 Nm For approved spark plugs see Technical Data 120 Layout of Poly V belt Drive 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Fan 5 Air pu...

Page 123: ...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 125: ...125 Technical Data 126 Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc 128 Capacities 128 Engine Oils 130 Air Conditioner Refrigerant 130 Brake Fluid 130 Premium Unleaded Gasoline 130 Fuel Requirements 131 Gasoline Ad...

Page 126: ...fication No on cross member beneath front passenger seat 4 Engine No 5 Body No and Paintwork No 6 Emission Control Tag 7 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission control sys...

Page 127: ...ive 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 war...

Page 128: ...ine speed 6000 rpm Firing order 1 12 5 8 3 10 6 7 2 11 4 9 Poly V belt 2585 mm 126 Rims Tires Rims light alloy rims Wheel offset 7V2J x 16 H 2 2 0 in 51 mm Summer tires Radial ply tires 235 60 ZR 16 W...

Page 129: ...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 6 in 1490 mm Wheel base 123 6 in 3140 mm...

Page 130: ...uthorized Mercedes Benz dealer Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Capacities Model Capacity Fuels coolants lubricants etc Engine with oil filter 10 7 US qt 10 0 I Recommended engine oils Ambient temp SAE g...

Page 131: ...tem approx 5 3 US qt 5 0 I MB Windshield washer concentrate S 1 Cooling system approx 21 1 US qt 20 0 I MB Anticorrosion antifreeze Fuel tank including a reserve of approx 26 4 US gal 100 I approx 3 3...

Page 132: ...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 133: ...t 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 Mer...

Page 134: ...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 requirements which are usually satisfied by normal...

Page 135: ...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 136: ...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 137: ...tion 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...

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Page 139: ...Index...

Page 140: ...Fuels coolants lubricants etc 128 Catalytic converter 14 Cellular telephone 70 Central locking system 32 Check regularly and before a long trip 144 Child restraint 42 48 52 54 Cleaning and care of the...

Page 141: ...nse plate lamp 58 107 Taillamps 58 107 113 Layout of poly V belt drive 120 Lighter 65 Low engine oil Level warning lamp 79 Maintenance 4 8 Memory 38 Mirrors adjusting 5 9 6 0 Multicontour backrest 40...

Page 142: ...hings in the vehicle 96 Sun visors 62 Supplemental restraint system SRS 46 49 Technical data 126 Tire inflation pressure 102 Tires 17 18 85 89 98 102 126 133 Towing the vehicle 111 Traveling abroad 89...

Page 143: ...ur vehicle please contact your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer We consider this to be the best way to obtain accurate information for your vehicle Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely ca...

Page 144: ...NOTES 142...

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Page 146: ...ove 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 Cleaning System For refilling res...

Page 147: ...ngine oils see Index Automatic Transmission Automatic transmission fluid For level checks refer to Index Coolant For normal replenishing use water potable water quality For further information e g ant...

Page 148: ...Mercedes Benz AG Stuttgart Untertuerkheim 140 584 6 5 96 Order No 6550 6574 1 3 USA Ausgabe B 1993...

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