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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 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 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 C230 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2001-02 -> Oil Charge -> 3.5 RL -> 4Runner -> 626 -> Accent -> Accord -> Acura -> Amigo, Rodeo & Trooper -> Audi -> Avalon -> B-Series Pickup & Tribute -> BMW -> Cabrio, Golf, GTI & Jetta -> Camry & Camry Solara -> Celica & Echo -> Civic & CR-V -> CL -> Corolla -> Daewoo -> Diamante -> Eclipse -> Elantra & Tiburon -> ES300 -> Eurovan -> Forester & Legacy -> Galant -> GS300 & GS430 -> Hombre -> Honda -> Hyundai -> Impreza -> Infiniti -> Integra -> IS300, LS430, RX300 & SC430 -> Isuzu -> Jaguar -> Kia -> Land Cruiser -> Land Rover -> Lexus -> LX470 -> Mazda -> MDX -> Mercedes Benz -> Miata -> Millenia -> Mirage & Lancer -> Mitsubishi -> Montero -> Montero Sport -> MPV -> MR2, Highlander & Sequoia -> New Beetle -> Nippondenso Compressor -> Nissan -> Odyssey -> Outback -> Passat -> Passport -> Porsche -> Prelude & S2000 -> Protege -> RAV4 -> RSX -> Saab -> Sanden Compressor -> Santa Fe & Sonata -> Sienna & Tacoma -> Subaru -> Suzuki -> TL -> Toyota -> Tundra -> VehiCROSS -> Volkswagen -> Volvo -> XG300 & XG350
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS
Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.
Acura
Integra
When replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 5.0 oz. minus amount drained from old unit, but do not add more than 1.7 oz. of oil.
When replacing other system components add the following amount of new oil...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Description -> Components -> Electronic Control Unit -> System -> Wheel Speed Sensors
Vehicle: 2000 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS
System
Four-wheel ABS uses a control unit, hydraulic actuator and wheel speed sensors to control brake fluid pressure and prevent wheel lock during severe braking conditions,
Basic ABS components are supplemented by an expanded hydraulic unit, a charging pump, a fourth wheel speed sensor and a more comprehensive electronic system for Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR) and Electronic Traction System(ETS).
Integrated with ABS and traction control systems, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) detects slides and applies brake pressure to individual wheels to help maintain control.
Components
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 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: 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 1.8 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 C230 AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
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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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Description
Vehicle: 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 Kompressor 1.8 L4 GAS
While the vehicle is being driven, the Run Flat Indicator monitors the set tire inflation pressures by evaluating each wheels rotational speed. This allows the system to detect a significant loss of pressure in a tire.
If a wheel's rotational speed changes due to falling tire inflation pressure, you will see a corresponding warning...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 Sport 2.5 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove front engine cover.
- Remove right air intake duct.
- Rotate belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
- Remove drive belt, then release tension.
- Remove bracket for front engine cover and move air pump with switchover valve aside. Do not disconnect lines from air pump.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove fasteners and sound insu...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 2002-07 C & 2002-09 CLK Class
Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 Sport 2.5 V6 GAS
On 2002-05 models, 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.
On 2006-08 models except AMG, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 26,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
On 2009 models except AMG, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
On 2006-09 AMG mo...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Mercedes-Benz -> Seat Belt & Backrest Lock Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 Sport 2.5 V6 FLEX
The Seat Belt and Backrest Lock warning lamp will illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the warning lamp is operational. After the engine has been started, the warning lamp should blink for brief time to remind driver and passenger to fasten seat belts. If the warning...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 Sport 2.5 V6 FLEX
Risk of injury to skin and eyes suffering scalding from contact with hot coolant spray. Risk of poisoning from swallowing coolant. Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90 degrees C. Open cap slowly and release pressure. Do not pour coolant into beverage bottles. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.
- Open engine hood.
- Remove cold air intake.
- Remove bolt for radiator crossmember and remove crossmember.
- Remove fan unit.
- Remove bottom engine compartment paneling.
- Drain coolant into a suit...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 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 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Engine Compartment Diagram for 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 Kompressor 1.8 L4 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Door Components Diagram for 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 Sport 2.5 V6 FLEXComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ C230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: TECHNICAL INFORMATION UPDATE ANNOUNCEMENT - RADIO CODING GUIDE Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: ABS INDICATOR LAMP ON AND DTC C1000-008 STORED Vehicle: 2000 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 2.3 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ C230 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 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 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 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 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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