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1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT MERCEDES-BENZ REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Air Bag System Precautions -> Mercedes-Benz -> Disarming
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

When the battery is disconnected, the vehicle electronic memory will be lost. Make note of radio stations and other codes. Never use a back-up power source to retain memory.

Obtain radio theft protection CODE card.
Turn ignition switch to OFF position and remove key.
D...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Less ESP -> With ESP
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Less ESP

Connect suitable brake fluid changing tool following tool manufacturer's instructions. Bleed pressure is 29 psi.
Open righthand rear brake caliper bleed screw and allow approximately 2.7 ounces of brake fluid to flow out without any bubbles.
Tighten bleed screw to specifications.
Repeat bleeding procedure at lefthand rear, righthand front and lefthand front calipers.
On CL500, CL600, S320, S420, S430, S500 and S600 models, open master cylinder bleed screw and allow brake fluid to flow without any bubbles. Tighten bleed screw to specifications.
On all models, operate brake ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Component Locations -> C32, C230, C240, C320, CL55, CL500, CL600, CLK55, CLK320, CLK500, ML320, ML430, ML500, SLK32, SLK230 & SLK320
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Remove lefthand frame cross brace, Fig. .
Remove exhaust system downstream of connector.
Disconnect exhaust shield from tunnel.
Remove rear transverse bridge and reinforcement brace.
Loosen clamping nut.
Loosen intermediate bearing mounting bolts.
Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect front driveshaft from transmission. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear driveshaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable six-inch long, .3974-.4725 inc...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Remove drive belt.
Remove engine compartment bottom panel.
Remove protective cover, as required, and disconnect electrica...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1994-2001 C Class & 1998-2001 CLK & SLK
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

Remove the instrument panel lower righthand cover retainers, then the cover, Fig. .
Disengage the cabin filter cover retainers, then remove the cover.
Remove the cabin air filter element from the filter housi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Check Engine Oil Level ->
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

A sensor mounted in the engine oil pan allows engine oil level to be displayed on the instrument panel trip odometer window. With the vehicle parked on a level surface, engine warmed up and shut off for 5 minutes, place ignition switch in the On position. An oil level icon along with a clock icon should appear in the trip odometer window. Press the knob to the left of the speedometer twice. The message OK, 1.0 qt., 1.5 qt., 2.0 qts., or...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Inlet

Drain coolant into a suitable container.
Reposition clamp on heat exchanger feed pipe and remove hose.
Reposition clamp on thermostat housing and remove hose.
Remove hose from vehicle.
Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

Drain coolant into a suitable container.
Reposition clamp on heat exchanger return pip...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Remove viscous fan coupling and fan shroud.
Loosen tensioning arm and pulley co...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Alarm System Components Locations Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Engine Hood Switch

Alarm Horn

Left Hand Rear Door Switch

Right Hand Front Door Switch

Left Hand Front Door Switch

Power Window & Roof Components Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Left Hand Rear Power Window Switch

Right Hand Front Power Window Motor

Right Hand Rear Power Window Switch

Left Hand Front Power Window Motor

Front Passenger Side Door Control Module

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Instrument Cluster

Daytime Running Lamp Control Module

Exterior Lamp Switch

1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Instrument Cluster

Driver Side Signal Pick-Up And Activation Module

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: Maintenance Systems Overview
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
Minimum brake lining thickness.
Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Final drive fill & drain plug torques
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

Airflow sensor electrical specifications
Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
Barometric pressure sensor specs
Battery group number and cranking performance
Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
Engine compression pressures
Coolant temperature sensor specs
Computer advance.
Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
Distributor advance specifications
Ignition pickup coil resistance
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
Engine fastener torque values
Firing order diagrams
Fuel system pressures
Generator (alternator) specs
Intake air temperature sensor specs
Ignition coil specifications
Fuel injector resistance
Engine idle speeds
Knock sensor resistance
Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
Mixture control solenoid resistance
Voltage regulator specs
Spark plug applications & gaps
Starter motor electrical specs.
Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
Throttle position sensor specs
Vacuum sensor valve specs

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