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2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 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
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Radio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
Air Bag System Disarming & Arming
Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.
Radio Coded Anti-Theft System
Anti-theft radios have a coded theft protection circuit. The CODE card must be obtained before disconnecting battery, removing radio fuse or removing the radio. The serial number from the radio must match the CODE card.
After service has been performed proceed as follows:
- Connect radio power and turn key to position No. 2.
- Turn radio to On position. Word "CODE" will appear on display.
- Enter first di...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
Battery Ground Cable
Prior to service, dis...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
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: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 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 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
- Remove exhaust system from flange back.
- Remove mounting bolts and rear reinforcement bridge, Fig. .
- Disconnect front exhaust shield from exhaust shield.
- Disconnect exhaust shield from tunnel.
- Remove mounting bolts and front reinforcement bridge.
- Loosen intermediate bearing mounting bolts.
- Remove mounting bolts and disconnect propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible disk remains with propeller shaft.
- Remove mounting bolts and disconnect propeller shaft from differential carrier. Flexible disk remains with propeller shaft.
- Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable six-inc...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
Drive vehicle for a minimum of ten minutes while maintaining a continuous speed above 15 mph. During this time the system will learn the new ...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
- Remove bottom middle engine compartment paneling.
- Remove air filter.
- Remove washer fluid reservoir for windshield and headlamp.
- Remove fan shroud.
- Remove left and right bolt for engine support on engine mount.
- Lift engine about 3/4 inch with suitable lifting equipment.
- Remove shield for propell...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1996-2002 E Class & 2000-06 CL & S Class
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
On 1996-2005 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 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 2006 AMG models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 30,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter ...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Flexible Service System (FSS) -> 1998-2002 All & 2003-09 ML Class & SLK Class
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
The Flexible Service System (FSS), permits a flexible service schedule which is related to the operating conditions of the vehicle. Depending upon vehicle operating conditions, the miles or days remaining until the next service interval are calculated and will appear in the display panel below the speedometer for 10 seconds when the FSS (1 or 0) button is depressed twice,Figs. through . On models equipped with multi-function display, use steering wheel multifunction button to access the FSS display, Fig. . On all models, the miles or days ...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
- Remove engine compartment bottom panel.
- Drain radiator coolant into suitable container.
- Remove air cleaner air intake pipes.
- Remove fan shroud retaining lugs' mounting screws.
- Disconnect fan electrical connector.
- Disconnect coolant hoses from radiator.
- Remove ATF line mounting plate bolts.
- Remov...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS
- Remove viscous fan mounting nut while counterholding pulley socket bolts with suitable wrench. Mounting nut has righthand threads.
- Disconnect fan connector and remove shroud.
- Remove fa...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Front Bumper Diagram for 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
Cockpit Diagram for 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: Maintenance Systems Overview Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 4.3 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 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 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 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 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 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 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S430 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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