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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 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 400SE cars and light trucks from 1990+

Serpentine Drive Belt Routing -> Imported Passenger Cars, Light Trucks & Vans -> Mercedes-Benz
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks from 1990+.

MERCEDES-BENZ -> TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except 2003-06 E320 & E500 Sedans Less 4 Matic & 2004-06 E Series w/Gasoline Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

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 t...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel, Fig. .
  • Remove front axle shaft attaching collar nut.
  • Remove lower engine compartment cover.
  • Using suitable socket, remove axle shaft from connecting flange.
  • Using suitable wire, secure inner joint in compressed piston.
  • Position steering wheel to right stop.
  • Using suitable plastic hammer, loosen fron...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

  • Remove viscous fan.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove engine compartment panels.
  • Remove cross member below radiator.
  • Remove fan cowl.
  • Remove battery gro...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

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 400SE AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

Inlet

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

  • On models equipped with viscous fan clutch, remove union nut by turning nut counterclockwise.
  • On models equipped with electric fan, disconnect electrical connector at engine and air conditioning fan.
  • Remove retaining pin on right and left side.
  • Press together retainer clamp of radiator on right and left and release radiator bridge.
  • Press clamps on right and left at sa...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Relays & Control Units Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE  4.2 V8 GASRelays & Control Units Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Front LH Power Seat Control Unit
  • Fuel Pump Relays
  • Infrared Remote Control Unit
  • Anti-Theft Alarm Control Unit
  • Convenience Control Unit
  • Rear Fuse Box Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE  4.2 V8 GASRear Fuse Box Diagram for 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Refrigerant Shut-Off Valve
  • Duovalves
  • Rear Fuse Box
  • Coolant Circulation Pump
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE  4.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Air Conditioning Compressor
  • Active Charcoal Filter Switch
  • Heating Systems Recirculation Unit
  • Heater Supply Unit
  • 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE  4.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Alternator
  • Anti-Lock Brake System Control Unit
  • Base Module
  • Exterior Lamp Failure Monitoring Unit
  • Transmission Inductive Speed Sensor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CIS-E CONTROL UNIT MODIFIED/IMPROVE ELEC SYS CHARGE
    Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Ignition, Electronic Ignition
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: REPLACING STEERING GEAR AFTER AN ACCIDENT
    Vehicle: 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 4.2 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ 400SE 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 400SE 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 400SE 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 400SE 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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