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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 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 C220 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Mercedes-Benz -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Compressor, Replace -> C36, C220, C230 & C280 -> E300, E320, S320 & SL320 -> E420, S500 & SL500 -> S600 & SL600
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

C36, C220, C230 & C280
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove lower engine compartment cover.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • On C36 and C280 models, remove bolt (5), Fig. .
  • On all models, remove compressor three-pole connector.
  • Remove mounting bolts (3).
  • Remove compressor downward with suction and discharge lines attached.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Torque mounting bolts to 17 ft. lbs.
  • Refer to for system oil replacement.
E300, E320, S320 & SL320
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove lower e...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Less ESP -> With ESP
Vehicle: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 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 S320, S350, S420, 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 pedal firmly s...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C220 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: 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 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 C220 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

  • 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 C220 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove bottom engine compartment panel.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Remove m...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1994-2001 C Class & 1998-2001 CLK & SLK
Vehicle: 1995 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 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 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Check Engine Oil Level ->
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 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 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition clamp at water pump and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to i...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

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

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Air Bag Components Diagram for 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C220  2.2 L4 GASAir Bag Components Diagram for 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • SRS Control Module
  • Driver Side Airbag Squib
  • Front Passenger Side Airbag Squib
  • Horn/Airbag Clock Spring Contact
  • Airbag/ETR
  • Traction Systems (ASR & ETS) Components Diagram for 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ C220  2.2 L4 GASTraction Systems (ASR & ETS) Components Diagram for 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Parking Brake Switch
  • Stoplamp Switch
  • ASR/SPS Control Module
  • Overvoltage Protection Relay
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1995 MERCEDES-BENZ C220  2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Combination Switch
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Warning Buzzer
  • Hazard Flasher Switch
  • Combination Relay
  • 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C220  2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Front Door Lock Switch
  • Left Front Door Lock Switch
  • Trunk Lamp
  • Front Dome Lamp
  • Trunk Lamp Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ C220 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: WIRING HARNESS DAMAGE - REVISED (DISCONTINUED)
    Vehicle: 1995 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: Headlamp Color and/or Brightness Difference When Changing Xenon Bulb
    Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ C220 2.2 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C220 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ C220 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 C220 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 C220 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 C220 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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