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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks from 1990+

A/C Data -> Imported Passenger Cars, Light Trucks & Vans -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1992-2002 -> 2003-04
Vehicle: 1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

MERCEDES-BENZ, POWER BRAKES -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

On Models Equipped With Anti-Lock Brake Systems, Refer To "Anti-Lock Brake Systems."

  • Use fabricated adapter, Fig. , connect vacuum gauge tool No. 201 589 13 21 00 or equivalent, to vacuum line between brake booster and check valve.
  • Connect Teves pressure tester tool No. 3 9305-1020.4 or equivalent, to brake caliper at vent screw, then bleed pressure tester.
  • Connect Bosch pedal force meter tool No. 0 681 148 EFSV 57 B or equivalent, to brake pedal.
  • Start and operate engine until 11-11.5 psi vacuum (.75-.8 bar) is p...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Diesel Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

Fuel System Pressure Relief

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental fuel spray.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

  • Ensure the ignition switch is in the Off position.
  • Remove the fuel pump protect...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

  • Raise vehicle and support.
  • Unscrew exhaust shielding plate.
  • On models with 4MATIC, unscrew exhaust shielding plate.
  • Lift transmission and support.
  • Unscrew cross bridge.
  • Unscrew hex, head screws and hex nut and remove rear engine carrier with engine mount.
  • On all models, loosen propeller shaft clamping nut for approx. two turns without sliding back rubber sleeve (sliding along).
  • Remove front propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible coupling remains on propeller shaft.
  • Remove front propeller shaft from transfer case.
  • Prior to sliding back propeller shaft, loosen vulcanized fitted ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Remove electrical connections from alt...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1992-93 300CE, 300D, 300E, 300SD, 300TE, 400E, 500E, 1994 E320, E420 & E500
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

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.

  • Pull the cowl seal off up to the righthand windshield wiper.
  • Remove the cowl lip seals.
  • Detach the two upper center cover retaining clips, then the cover.
  • Remove two screws securing the lefthand water drain cover, then disengage clip and remove cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the lefthand air inlet retaining screws, then lift the air inlet upward to remove, Fig. .
  • Remove the righthand air i...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

The Check Engine lamp should illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the lamp is operational. After the engine has been started, the warning lamp should go off. If warning lamp comes on while th...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

Inlet

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

Outlet

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

  • Remove fan and fan shroud.
  • Loosen bolt on tensioner pulley 1/4 to 1/2 turn.
  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise using suitable tool to remove drive belt.
  • Remov...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Luggage Compartment & Turn Signal Connectors Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESELLuggage Compartment & Turn Signal Connectors Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Connector S-88/1x1
  • Connector X-57/4
  • Connector X-57/3
  • Connector S-88/2x1
  • Connector X-72/4
    • Engine Compartment Connectors Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESELEngine Compartment Connectors Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector X-26
  • Connector X-29/2
  • Connector X-35/8
  • Connector X-85/1
  • Connector X-96/1

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Air Bag Indicator
  • I/P Cluster
  • A/C Compressor
  • Stoplamp Switch
    • 1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Climate Control Unit
  • Rear Heater Supply Unit
  • Switchover Valve Unit
  • Rear Refrigerant Shut-Off Valve
  • Electronic Blower Regulator

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: AUXILIARY FANS ARE NOT FUNCTIONING
    Vehicle: 1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

    Symptoms:
  • Inoperative, No Response

    • Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
    • Document: INSTALLATION OF AMG LIGHT ALLOY ACCESSORY WHEELS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1993 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 3.4 L6 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 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 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 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 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 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 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SD 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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