Mersedes-Benz 280 SE 1978, Owner'S Manual

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Have the follow ing items checked regularly and p rior to any long trip
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1 Fuel Supply
Use unleaded gasoline, fo r octane rating
see “ Capacities and last page” .
Do not fo rce fuel tank flap.
2 Tire Pressure For tire pressure table refer to fuel fille r
flap or last page. Check at least every
other week. For more details see “ Wheels,
Tires, Changing W heels” .
3 Oil/Fluid Level: Engine,
Automatic Transmission
See “ Checking Fuels, Coolants, Lubri­
cants, e tc .” , “ Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants,
etc. and last page” .
4 Coolant Level
See “ Checking Fuels, Coolants, Lubri­
cants, e tc .” , “ Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants,
etc. and last page” .
5 Brake Fluid
When the minimum mark on the reservoir
is reached, have the system checked
(brake lining thickness, leaks).
6 Windshield Washer
Replenish with water mixed with
w indshield washer detergent (container
is in the engine compartm ent).
7 Battery Replenish with distilled water only.
See “ E lectrical System ” .
Vehicle Lighting Check fo r function and cleanliness.
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