Get Free 1996 MERCEDES-BENZ S V12, 6.0L TSBs

Released 1/9/2013
Cleaning Tin-Plated Surfaces. MY-All, Models All

Released 9/26/2012
License Plate Bracket. MY-All, Models All

Released 5/24/2012
Revision T: Edit to MB Copyright and Logo. MY-All. All Models. MBUSA-Approved Refinishing Products

Released 4/27/2012
Seat Belt Buckle. MY-All, Models All

Released 4/9/2012
Warranty Policy Regarding Steering Wheels. MY-All, Models All

Released 10/26/2010
Malfunctions Due to Other-Make Installations. Revision a: Additional devices and pictures added. MY-All. Models All

Released 10/12/2010
MY-All. Models All. Return Delivery of Interior Air Filters

Released 4/28/2009
Revision P: Approved Products Added. MY-All. All Models. MBUSA-Approved Refinishing Products

Released 2/5/2009
MY-All. Models All. New Window Glazing One-Component Adhesive Repair Kit

Released 1/9/2009
MY-All. Model 129, 140, 170, 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. Corrosion of Weld Seam on Sealing Flange of Windshield and/or Rear Window

Released 7/14/2008
Turn Signal or Headlamp Constantly Lit

Released 7/17/2007
Equipped with Electronic Stability Program (ESP) (CODE 472a)

Released 8/30/2006
Transmission Kick-down and Air Conditioning Become Non-functional After Replacement of the Over Voltage Protection Module

Released 4/27/2006
SRS Lamp Illuminated / DTC 9021, 9027, B1315 and/or 28

Released 3/15/2006
Entering Total Distance in the Instrument Cluster

Released 1/31/2006
Wiring Harness Repair Kit

Released 1/10/2006
Instrument Cluster Mileage Entry Guide

Released 1/31/2005
Extended Length Seat Belt Order Request

Released 8/26/2003
Wiring Harness Damage

Released 4/14/2003
Erroneous Parktronic Activation

Released 3/7/2003
Corrosion of Weld at Sealing Flange of Windshield and Rear Window

Released 2/25/2003
Radio Interference for RF Keys

Released 11/1/2001
LATERAL PORTAL FRAME KIT

Released 8/9/2001
Replacement of Side Impact Sensors

Released 7/24/2001
Wiring Harness Research Program

Released 2/1/2001
RETROFITTING TRUNK LID EMERGENCY RELEASE

Released 2/2/2000
FUSE FOR EXTERIOR MIRROR BLOWN

Released 12/29/1999
MODELS 202, 208, 210, 129, 140, 170 WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 722.6

Released 11/15/1999
TECHNICAL INFORMATION UPDATE ANNOUNCEMENT

Released 9/9/1999
All Vehicles Equipped with TeleAidECU and TRU Control Units

Released 5/19/1999
OKI PORTABLE PHONES

Released 2/28/1999
IMPLAUSIBLE OPERATION OF PARKTRONIC SYSTEM

Released 4/1/1998
REPLACEMENT OF DOOR INTERIOR TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS

Released 12/31/1997
SPOTS IN PAINT ON NEW VEHICLE

Released 11/1/1997
ALL MODELS, SUMMER OPENING FEATURE

Released 9/23/1997
PSE PUMP

Released 7/31/1997
REPLACING DAS CONTROL MODULE

Released 7/1/1997
REAR SEAT BELT WITH TENSION REDUCTION FEATURE

Released 5/1/1997
MODEL 140 WITH ONE-PIECE CENTER CONSOLE COVER

Released 3/31/1997
ALL MODELS WITH MOTOROLA CELLULAR TELEPHONES, TRANSCEIVER IDENTITY TRANSFER

Released 3/3/1997
ALL MODELS. PROTECTION OF VEHICLES AGAINST ENVIRONMENTAL FALLOUT DAMAGEA. RECEIPT OF VEHICLEB. STORAGE OF VEHICLEC. PDID. DEALER TRADEE. DISPOSAL OF ACID RAIN TAPEF. PAINT DAMAGE/REPAIR PROCEDURE, WARRANTY INFORMATION"

Released 3/1/1997
INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR

Released 3/1/1997
CELLULAR TELEPHONE

Released 2/27/1997
SERVICE MICROFICHE LETTER NO. 256, FEBRUARY 1997: correct microfiche for Engine 604, 605, 606 Mechanical II is Z1 0008 05 01 (which is part of this mailing), and replaces microfiche 07 102 0008 04 (prior issue)

Released 1/1/1997
REPLACEMENT OF DOOR INTERIOR TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS

Released 12/1/1996
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS FOR GLASS REPLACEMENT IN

Released 10/17/1996
DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL, BODY AND ACCESSORIES. VOL. 1, SUPPLEMENT 11 CONTAINS TWO ERROR

Released 10/7/1996
MODEL 140 PARKTRONIC, IMPLAUSIBLE OPERATION

Released 10/1/1996
ENGINE DOES NOT START INTERMITTENTLY

Released 9/13/1996
MODELS 129, 140 AND 202 WITHOUT SIDE AIRBAGS

Released 9/1/1996
CAN DATABUS TEST VALUE

Released 7/1/1996
REMANUFACTURED INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE PLATE AVAILABILITY

Released 6/1/1996
LUBRICATING HOOD LATCHES AND HINGES

Released 5/1/1996
OKI SERVICE STATION (OSS) SUPPORT FOR MERCEDES-BENZ CTEL

Released 4/1/1996
MODEL YEAR 1996 PRODUCTION COLOR CHANGES

Released 3/1/1996
EXPIRATION DATE OF THE ACID RAIN TAPE HAS BEEN EXTENDED: Can remain in place up to six months.

Released 2/20/1996
WATER-BORNE PAINT APPLICATION

Released 1/1/1996
INTERIOR DOOR PANELS

Released 1/1/1996
VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT DAS

Released 10/20/1995
WARRANTY TIME GUIDE, EDITION 25, 10-01-05: FOLLOWING ARE WARRANTY TIME GUIDE INFORMATION CHANGES.

Released 10/2/1995
C140 WILL HAVE THE BATTERY MASTER KILL SWITCH

Released 2/15/1995
SHORT BLOCK

Released 2/1/1995
NEW PSE CONTROL MODULE (A37, A37/1)

Released 2/1/1995
BONDING HEADLAMP LENS TO HOUSING

Released 1/31/1995
HAND-HELD TESTER (HHT) MODULE PLANNING OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION OF 4 MBYTE MODULE

Released 1/1/1995
CLOSING ASSIST FUNCTION FOLLOWING VEHICLE PDI

Released 1/1/1995
LCD DISPLAY FOR ODOMETER, CLOCK OR OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE GAUGE IS TOO

Released 1/1/1995
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR

Released 1/1/1995
AFTERMARKET ACCESSORY COMPATIBILITY

Released 1/1/1995
ERROR 3 OR ERROR 4 IN THE 129/140 PORTABLE CELLULAR ERROR 3 OR ERROR 4 IN THE 129/140 PORTABLE CELLULAR TELEPHONE: IMPLAUSIBLE DATA IN NAM

Released 6/30/1994
INSTALLATION OF AMG BODY KITS

Released 5/1/1994
MODELS 124, 140 (EXCEPT COUPE AND CABRIOLET) FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINTS

Released 4/1/1994
MODIFIED DRIVER'S SEAT BACKREST

Released 4/1/1994
MODIFIED FRONT ARMREST

Released 3/1/1994
CHANGES IN SEAT BELT BUCKLE/LATCH DESIGN

Released 2/1/1994
MODIFIED TRUNK LID CLOSING ASSIST

Released 12/1/1993
HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT/OPTICAL RECALIBRATION / FOG LAMP ADJUSTMENT

Released 12/1/1993
GOLD COLORED STAINS ON PARCHMENT LEATHER SEAT COVERS

Released 12/1/1993
INSTALLATION OF COAT HOOKS ON B-PILLAR

Released 10/1/1993
MODIFICATION TO TEST CABLE 124 589 47 63 00

Released 10/1/1993
REVISED PLASTIC PROTECTIVE STRIP ON FRONT FENDER

Released 8/31/1993
IMPULSE COUNTER SCAN TOOL FAILURE DUE TO IMPROPER HOOK-UP

Released 8/1/1993
MODIFIED TRUNK LID CLOSING ASSIST

Released 5/31/1993
RADIO/CD CHANGER

Released 5/1/1993
REDUCED RANGE OF INFRARED CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM

Released 2/1/1993
DOOR ADJUSTMENT DIMENSIONS / IMMEDIATE MEASURES TO PREVENT WIND NOISE IN DOOR AREAS

Released 12/31/1992
CLEANING AND IMPREGNATING SOFT TOP, SEALING SEAMS AS NEEDED

Released 12/1/1992
TEST CABLES 140 589 21 63 00 AND 140 589 22 63 00

Released 11/30/1992
CD CHANGER INSTALLATION

Released 9/1/1992
INSTALLATION OF STANDARD SIZE HANDSET FOR CELLULAR TELEPHONE

Released 7/31/1992
WARRANTY EXCHANGE RADIO CD CHANGER

Released 7/1/1992
RETROFIT OF GLASS SLIDING/POP-UP ROOF PANEL

Released 7/1/1992
STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL TOOL

Released 6/1/1992
TRAILER TOWING RECOMMENDATIONS

Released 3/1/1992
EXCESSIVE FORCE REQUIRED TO CLOSE AND LATCH HOOD

Released 3/1/1992
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET

Released 3/1/1992
ACC SYSTEM FUSE NO. 21 BLOWS

Released 2/1/1992
CAUTION DURING REMOVAL OF CENTER CONSOLE WOOD TRIM TO AVOID BLOWN CIGAR LIGHTER FUSE

Released 11/1/1991
TRUNK LID DIFFICULT TO CLOSE

Released 1/1/1990
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MILs

Released 9/21/2011
Brake Lining Installation Instructions. MY-All, Models All. Revision a: Added Parts Information section.

Released 6/16/2009
MY-All. Models All. Corrosion of Brake Components

Released 6/16/2009
MY-All. Models All. Brake Pad Paste Usage

Released 6/16/2009
MY-All. Models All. Self-Locking Brake Caliper Bolt Replacement

Released 9/17/2008
Revision: Applicable Models Updated / Note Added on Page 2(cause and remedy)All Models Equipped with Parktronic (SA Code 220)Erroneous Parktronic Activation

Released 1/10/2008
Engine Does Not Start and Tip Start Nonfunctional

Released 1/31/2001
BAS CONTROL MODULE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT

Released 1/15/2000
BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH

Released 12/7/1998
Vehicles with BAS intermittently starting and/or tip start feature does not function

Released 4/30/1997
INSTALLATION OF RETAINING CLAMP FOR FRONT BRAKE HOSES

Released 3/1/1997
FRONT BRAKE ROTORS

Released 10/1/1995
WHEEL HARNESS CHANGE

Released 6/6/1995
MODEL YEAR 1996 VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCES

Released 2/1/1994
MODIFICATIONS TO THE PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY

Released 5/31/1993
BRAKE BAND PISTON B1 WITH AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT

Released 12/1/1992
BRAKE PULSATION/SQUEAL

Released 12/1/1992
IDENTIFYING APPROPRIATE DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR ABS AND CRUISE CONTROL

Released 10/1/1992
CHECKING ELECTRONIC SPEEDOMETERS PRIOR TO REPLACEMENT

Released 11/1/1955
PARKING BRAKE NOT RELEASING

Released 5/1/1993
USE OF FAN HUB TOOLS

Released 10/1/1992
COOLANT RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT / ELECTRONIC DIESEL SYSTEM CONTROL MODULE

Released 7/3/2012
Charge Battery. MY-All, Models All

Released 1/18/2012
Repair and Diagnosis of Airbag Wiring Harnesses. Revision a: Reference EPC-net - Parts Information Removed. MY-All, Models All

Released 1/3/2012
Repair of Damaged Audio/COMAND Wiring Harnesses. MY-All, Models All

Released 9/9/2011
Reset Trip Computer After Software Update of ECU. Models All with Code 801 MY2011 and Code 802 MY2012

Released 7/19/2011
Programming Control Units. MY-All, Models All

Released 5/6/2011
MY-All. Models All. SDconnect Rechargeable Battery

Released 10/26/2010
New Required Replacement Midtronics Battery Tester; Special Tool: 165-EXP 717 KIT. MY-All. Models All

Released 10/26/2010
Malfunctions Due to Other-Make Installations. Revision a: Additional devices and pictures added. MY-All. Models All

Released 5/18/2009
All Models Equipped with Xenon Headlamps Headlamp Color and/or Brightness Difference When Changing Xenon Bulb

Released 1/9/2009
MY-All. Model 129, 140, 170, 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. Corrosion of Weld Seam on Sealing Flange of Windshield and/or Rear Window

Released 9/17/2008
Revision: Applicable Models Updated / Note Added on Page 2(cause and remedy)All Models Equipped with Parktronic (SA Code 220)Erroneous Parktronic Activation

Released 7/14/2008
Turn Signal or Headlamp Constantly Lit

Released 4/8/2008
Garage Door Opener Cannot Be Programmed and/or Range is Too Short

Released 7/17/2007
Equipped with Electronic Stability Program (ESP) (CODE 472a)

Released 4/27/2006
SRS Lamp Illuminated / DTC 9021, 9027, B1315 and/or 28

Released 1/31/2006
Wiring Harness Repair Kit

Released 1/31/2004
WIRING HARNESS REPAIR KIT

Released 8/26/2003
Wiring Harness Damage

Released 4/14/2003
Erroneous Parktronic Activation

Released 3/7/2003
Corrosion of Weld at Sealing Flange of Windshield and Rear Window

Released 3/1/2003
MODIFICATION OF WET CELL BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Released 2/25/2003
Radio Interference for RF Keys

Released 11/1/2001
WIRING HARNESS REPAIR KIT

Released 8/9/2001
Replacement of Side Impact Sensors

Released 7/24/2001
Wiring Harness Research Program

Released 10/19/2000
Models 210 and 220 with Side Airbags SRS Components

Released 2/2/2000
FUSE FOR EXTERIOR MIRROR BLOWN

Released 1/15/2000
TECHNICAL INFORMATION UPDATE ANNOUNCEMENT

Released 9/9/1999
All Vehicles Equipped with TeleAidECU and TRU Control Units

Released 8/1/1999
INSTALLATION OF GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM

Released 3/15/1999
SRS WIRING HARNESS REPAIR/ORDERING PROCEDURE

Released 2/28/1999
MODELS EQUIPPED WITH AUDIO 30, DISPLAY FLASHING

Released 2/28/1999
IMPLAUSIBLE OPERATION OF PARKTRONIC SYSTEM

Released 1/31/1999
INSTALLATION OF CELLULAR TELEPHONE CTEL SYSTEM

Released 1/18/1999
ALL MODELS WITH TRANSMISSION 722.6

Released 11/1/1998
GPS CD ORDERING PROCESS

Released 8/15/1998
MODELS 129, 140 OKI CELLULAR TELEPHONE POST-WARRANTYFACTORY DIRECT REPAIR PROGRAM

Released 6/1/1998
PARKTRONIC SYSTEM (PTS) FUNCTION

Released 11/1/1997
ALL MODELS, SUMMER OPENING FEATURE

Released 11/1/1997
CANADIAN DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS DO NOT MEET U.S. FEDERAL FMVSS 108 REGULATIONS

Released 7/31/1997
REPLACING DAS CONTROL MODULE

Released 7/1/1997
ROLLING CODE GARAGE DOOR OPENER

Released 6/30/1997
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 722.6, ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC VALVE BODY CLEANING, PART NO. 140 270 04 06 ONLY

Released 4/1/1997
INTRODUCTION OF ROLLING CODE UNIVERSAL TRANSMITTER

Released 3/31/1997
ALL MODELS WITH MOTOROLA CELLULAR TELEPHONES, TRANSCEIVER IDENTITY TRANSFER

Released 12/1/1996
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS FOR GLASS REPLACEMENT IN

Released 10/17/1996
DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL, BODY AND ACCESSORIES. VOL. 1, SUPPLEMENT 11 CONTAINS TWO ERROR

Released 10/1/1996
RCL TRANSMITTER SPORADICALLY INOPERATIVE

Released 9/19/1996
ALL MODELS: BATTERY TRICKLE CHARGER

Released 9/13/1996
MODELS 129, 140 AND 202 WITHOUT SIDE AIRBAGS

Released 7/1/1996
REMANUFACTURED INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE PLATE AVAILABILITY

Released 6/1/1996
SEALING INSIDE OF THE REAR AXLE SUB-FRAME LONGITUDINAL TUBES

Released 4/14/1996
ALL MODELS WITH FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG CHILD PROTCTION WARNING LABEL

Released 3/1/1996
BATTERY MASTER DISCONNECT SWITCH (EXCEPT MODEL 140.070/076)

Released 2/1/1996
VEHICLES WITHOUT DRIVE AUTHORIZATION SYSTEM (DAS)

Released 1/1/1996
VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT DAS

Released 12/1/1995
BATTERY TRICKLE CHARGER

Released 11/1/1995
REPLACING FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG WIRING HARNESS

Released 10/2/1995
C140 WILL HAVE THE BATTERY MASTER KILL SWITCH

Released 8/15/1995
PSE PUMP (A37) FAILS

Released 8/1/1995
YELLOW ACTUATING LEVER FOR THE TRUNK LAMPS HAS BEEN DELETED FROM PRODUCTION

Released 2/1/1995
NEW PSE CONTROL MODULE (A37, A37/1)

Released 2/1/1995
BONDING HEADLAMP LENS TO HOUSING

Released 2/1/1995
REWIRING VOLTAGE SUPPLY FOR STARTER LOCK-OUT RELAY MODULE (K38)

Released 1/1/1995
LCD DISPLAY FOR ODOMETER, CLOCK OR OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE GAUGE IS TOO

Released 9/30/1994
ALL MODELS WITH BECKER RADIO (P/N 003 820 36 86) RADIO DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION

Released 7/1/1994
INFRARED REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING (IRCL)

Released 6/30/1994
INSTALLATION OF AMG BODY KITS

Released 5/1/1994
MODELS 124, 140 (EXCEPT COUPE AND CABRIOLET) FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINTS

Released 5/1/1994
NEW INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Released 4/1/1994
ELIMINATION OF 9-POLE DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR (X11) AND TDC SENSOR (L1

Released 1/1/1994
VEHICLE WILL NOT CRANK, FUSE FOR CIGAR LIGHTER BLOWN

Released 12/1/1993
HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT/OPTICAL RECALIBRATION / FOG LAMP ADJUSTMENT

Released 11/30/1993
BATTERY JUMP-STARTING AND CHARGING

Released 10/1/1993
BATTERY MASTER DISCONNECT SWITCH

Released 8/1/1993
MODIFIED TRUNK LID CLOSING ASSIST

Released 5/1/1993
REDUCED RANGE OF INFRARED CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM

Released 4/1/1993
INTRODUCTION OF SRS/HORN CLOCK SPRING CONTACT

Released 11/1/1992
MODIFIED CRUISE CONTROL AMPLIFIER (N4/2) AND REFERENCE RESISTOR (R29)

Released 10/1/1992
CHECKING ELECTRONIC SPEEDOMETERS PRIOR TO REPLACEMENT

Released 5/1/1992
STARTER LOCK-OUT/BACKUP LAMP SWITCH AND WIRING

Released 4/1/1992
HIGH MOUNTED STOP LIGHT HOUSING RUBBER SEAL NOW AVAILABLE SEPARATELY

Released 3/1/1992
ACC SYSTEM FUSE NO. 21 BLOWS

Released 2/1/1992
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM CAPACITY / QUICK CHARGE CHECK / TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Released 2/1/1992
CAUTION DURING REMOVAL OF CENTER CONSOLE WOOD TRIM TO AVOID BLOWN CIGAR LIGHTER FUSE

Released 11/1/1991
TRUNK LID DIFFICULT TO CLOSE

Released 1/1/1990
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MILs

Released 1/18/2012
Control Unit Version –EEPROM Log Retrieval Process. MY-All, All Passenger and Light Truck Models with 722.9 VGS3 Transmission

Released 9/9/2011
Reset Trip Computer After Software Update of ECU. Models All with Code 801 MY2011 and Code 802 MY2012

Released 7/20/2011
Engine Control Module (N3/10) Flashing. MY-All, Models All

Released 10/8/2003
All Passenger Models (129, 140, 170, 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230) Return of Warranty Catalysts

Released 3/1/1997
EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL REPLACEMENT

Released 10/1/1996
ENGINE DOES NOT START INTERMITTENTLY

Released 7/1/1995
REPLACEMENT OF CONVENIENCE FEATURE (CF) CONTROL MODULE (N57)

Released 4/1/1994
ELIMINATION OF 9-POLE DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR (X11) AND TDC SENSOR (L1

Released 10/1/1992
COOLANT RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT / ELECTRONIC DIESEL SYSTEM CONTROL MODULE

Released 6/1/1992
ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCs)

Released 12/1/1991
THROTTLE OPERATION

Released 8/30/2006
Transmission Kick-down and Air Conditioning Become Non-functional After Replacement of the Over Voltage Protection Module

Released 4/27/2006
SRS Lamp Illuminated / DTC 9021, 9027, B1315 and/or 28

Released 1/31/2006
Wiring Harness Repair Kit

Released 1/31/2004
WIRING HARNESS REPAIR KIT

Released 2/7/2002
Fuel Gauge Enhancement

Released 11/1/2001
WIRING HARNESS REPAIR KIT

Released 9/3/1999
filter housing of fuel filter part no. 002 477 44 01

Released 8/1/1998
USAGE OF PORTABLE DEFUELER/REFUELER TANKER AND FUEL DRAIN HOSES

Released 11/1/1997
ROUGH IDLE AND/OR ELECTRONIC ACCELERATION ACTUATOR(EA)

Released 10/17/1996
ME INJECTION SYSTEM

Released 10/1/1996
FUEL GAUGE JUMPS WITH LESS THAN 1/4 TANK

Released 9/13/1996
CHANGES IN GASOLINE

Released 9/13/1996
MODELS 129, 140 AND 202 WITHOUT SIDE AIRBAGS

Released 11/1/1995
REPLACING FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG WIRING HARNESS

Released 5/1/1993
INSTALLATION OF AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

Released 4/1/1993
INTRODUCTION OF SRS/HORN CLOCK SPRING CONTACT

Released 8/1/1992
CHECKING AND REPAIR OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS

Released 7/1/1992
MODIFIED STEERING LOCK WITH LOCK CYLINDER

Released 2/1/1992
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM CAPACITY / QUICK CHARGE CHECK / TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Released 12/1/1991
THROTTLE OPERATION

Released 3/1/2012
Mercedes-Benz HVAC-Foam Cleaner – Work Procedure. MY-All, Models All

Released 3/10/2009
All Passenger and Light Truck Models Defective Refrigeration Circuit / Refrigerant Compressor

Released 8/30/2006
Transmission Kick-down and Air Conditioning Become Non-functional After Replacement of the Over Voltage Protection Module

Released 1/31/2004
WIRING HARNESS REPAIR KIT

Released 11/1/2001
WIRING HARNESS REPAIR KIT

Released 1/15/2000
TECHNICAL INFORMATION UPDATE ANNOUNCEMENT

Released 10/1/1996
ALL MODELS USING R12 REFRIGERANT IN VEHICLES

Released 6/1/1995
REMANUFACTURED NIPPONDENSO A/C COMPRESSORS AND CLUTCH KITS

Released 5/31/1995
NEW 3-LUG SPRING COMPRESSORS SPRING COMPRESSOR APPLICATION TABLE

Released 3/31/1995
A/C SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS

Released 9/30/1994
ALL MODELS USING R12 REFRIGERANT IN VEHICLES USING NIPPONDENSO 10P, 10PA A/C COMPRESSORS CONVERSION OF R12 TO ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY R134A

Released 2/1/1994
MODIFICATIONS TO THE A/C SYSTEM

Released 9/1/1993
A/C PUSHBUTTON MODULE CROSS-REFERENCE TABLE

Released 5/1/1993
USE OF FAN HUB TOOLS

Released 4/1/1993
MODIFIED A/C PUSHBUTTON CONTROL MODULE

Released 7/1/1992
MODEL 140 W/ ACTIVE CHARCOAL FILTER REPLACEMENT OF ACC CONTROL MODULE

Released 6/30/1992
R-134a REFRIGERANT

Released 2/1/1992
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM CAPACITY / QUICK CHARGE CHECK / TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Released 1/1/1992
SUBSEQUENT INSTALLATION OF ENGINE BLOCK HEATER, SUBSEQUENT INSTALLATION OF ELECTRICAL CABLE AND HEAT SHIELD

Released 8/31/1991
SERVICE EQUIPMENT FOR REFRIGERANT R 134a

Released 5/1/1933
IN-CAR TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Released 8/24/2011
Transmission Control Module Flashing. MY-All, Models All

Released 1/24/2008
Leaking Oil in the Area of the Electric Connection

Released 1/10/2008
Engine Does Not Start and Tip Start Nonfunctional

Released 2/26/2007
Revision: Warranty Information Updated. Leakage Between Oil Level Sensor and Oil Pan

Released 8/30/2006
Transmission Kick-down and Air Conditioning Become Non-functional After Replacement of the Over Voltage Protection Module

Released 3/15/2006
Entering Total Distance in the Instrument Cluster

Released 10/8/2003
All Passenger Models (129, 140, 170, 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230) Return of Warranty Catalysts

Released 3/1/2003
MODIFICATION OF WET CELL BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Released 12/29/1999
MODELS 202, 208, 210, 129, 140, 170 WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 722.6

Released 9/9/1999
All Vehicles Equipped with TeleAidECU and TRU Control Units

Released 9/3/1999
filter housing of fuel filter part no. 002 477 44 01

Released 8/31/1999
BINDER HEATING OVEN

Released 1/18/1999
ALL MODELS WITH TRANSMISSION 722.6

Released 12/31/1998
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE: DTC's 015/111, 050/146, 053/149: Report all cases

Released 2/13/1998
OIL LEAKS FROM CHAIN TENSIONER

Released 11/1/1997
ROUGH IDLE AND/OR ELECTRONIC ACCELERATION ACTUATOR(EA)

Released 6/30/1997
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 722.6, ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC VALVE BODY CLEANING, PART NO. 140 270 04 06 ONLY

Released 3/31/1997
SNOW CHAINS

Released 2/27/1997
SERVICE MICROFICHE LETTER NO. 256, FEBRUARY 1997: correct microfiche for Engine 604, 605, 606 Mechanical II is Z1 0008 05 01 (which is part of this mailing), and replaces microfiche 07 102 0008 04 (prior issue)

Released 2/1/1997
LEAKS FROM REAR AXLE CENTER PIECE

Released 1/31/1997
UNIVERSAL TOOL FOR REMOVING/INSTALLING VALVE SPRINGS

Released 1/1/1997
MODIFIED SHIFT INTERLOCK CABLE MOUNTING

Released 10/7/1996
ALL MODELS WITH ASR AND 722.6 TRANSMISSION ASR MIL LIGHTS, THROTTLE IN LIMP-HOME, INTERMITTENTLY

Released 10/7/1996
MODEL 140 PARKTRONIC, IMPLAUSIBLE OPERATION

Released 10/1/1996
-N.A.G. TRANSMISSION: UPDATE

Released 10/1/1996
ENGINE DOES NOT START INTERMITTENTLY

Released 9/1/1996
CAN DATABUS TEST VALUE

Released 6/1/1996
SEALING INSIDE OF THE REAR AXLE SUB-FRAME LONGITUDINAL TUBES

Released 11/30/1995
5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 722.6

Released 11/1/1995
REDUCTION OF ENGINE OIL FILL CAPACITY

Released 8/31/1995
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS 722.3/4/5 FIXTURE FOR B-1 PISTON REMOVAL AND INSTALLAT

Released 8/15/1995
PSE PUMP (A37) FAILS

Released 5/31/1995
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING OVERALL DRIVE SHAFT ALIGNMENT USING DRIVE SHAFT ALIGNMENT MEASURING TOOL SET

Released 3/31/1995
ALL MODELS USING EXCHANGE TRANSMISSION 722.3/4 (EXCEPT TRANSMISSION 722.362 [ENGINE 120)]

Released 2/15/1995
SHORT BLOCK

Released 2/1/1995
REWIRING VOLTAGE SUPPLY FOR STARTER LOCK-OUT RELAY MODULE (K38)

Released 1/1/1995
ENGINE VALVES COATING CHANGE

Released 5/1/1994
NEW INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Released 4/1/1994
ELIMINATION OF 9-POLE DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR (X11) AND TDC SENSOR (L1

Released 3/31/1994
PULLING REAR HUB USING NEW REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION TOOL ELIMINATION OF THE 8MM THREAD FROM THE OUTER REAR AXLE SHAFT

Released 2/28/1994
ALL ENGINES RETROFITTING COOLANT PUMP DRAINAGE PIPE

Released 12/31/1993
TECHNICAL INNOVATIONS AND MODIFICATIONS ON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 722.3/4/5 LOCKING PIN FOR OIL DIPSTICK

Released 12/31/1993
TRANSMISSION 722.5 NEW SUPPORT TOOL TO FASTEN TRANSMISSION TO MOUNTING PLATE

Released 11/1/1993
MODIFIED CAMSHAFT MOUNTING BOLTS

Released 11/1/1993
REMOVAL OF RUBBER BUSHINGS FROM FRONT AXLE CARRIER

Released 9/1/1993
A/C PUSHBUTTON MODULE CROSS-REFERENCE TABLE

Released 6/30/1993
MODIFIED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) DIPSTICK

Released 5/31/1993
BRAKE BAND PISTON B1 WITH AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT

Released 5/1/1993
MODIFIED FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS

Released 5/1/1993
INSTALLATION OF AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

Released 4/1/1993
MODIFIED A/C PUSHBUTTON CONTROL MODULE

Released 3/1/1993
ENGINE SURGING AT PARTIAL LOAD (50-60 MPH), SMOKING/ROUGH IDLE AFTER START OR POOR PERFORMANCE

Released 2/28/1993
MODIFIED VACUUM MODULATOR

Released 9/30/1992
TRANSMISSION 722.317/320/358/359 MODIFIED TRANSMISSION CASE

Released 7/1/1992
MODIFIED STEERING LOCK WITH LOCK CYLINDER

Released 7/1/1992
USE OF SPECIAL TOOL FOR REMOVAL OF FRONT AXLE LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS

Released 6/30/1992
CHECKING 5/8 IN. (15.8 MM) SPARK PLUG WRENCH SPECIAL TOOL NO. 102 589 02 09 00

Released 6/1/1992
FRONT AXLE VIBRATION DAMPERS

Released 5/1/1992
STARTER LOCK-OUT/BACKUP LAMP SWITCH AND WIRING

Released 1/1/1992
SUBSEQUENT INSTALLATION OF ENGINE BLOCK HEATER, SUBSEQUENT INSTALLATION OF ELECTRICAL CABLE AND HEAT SHIELD

Released 6/30/1997
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 722.6, ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC VALVE BODY CLEANING, PART NO. 140 270 04 06 ONLY

Released 4/30/1997
INSTALLATION OF RETAINING CLAMP FOR FRONT BRAKE HOSES

Released 3/1/1997
EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL REPLACEMENT

Released 12/6/2012
Wheel Alignment Data. MY-All, Models All

Released 4/9/2012
Warranty Policy Regarding Steering Wheels. MY-All, Models All

Released 12/21/2011
Shock Absorber Replacement. MY-All. Models 124, 129, 140, 163, 164, 166, 170, 171, 172, 201, 202, 203, 204, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 215, 216, 218, 219, 220, 221, 230, 240, 245, 251, 463. Revision b: all new text

Released 9/8/2011
Assembly of Suspension Struts and Shock Absorbers. MY-All, Models All

Released 8/9/2011
Approved Hydraulic Fluids for Steering Systems. Revision a: 172, 197 and 240 Models Added. MY-All, Models 124, 129, 140, 163, 164, 170, 171, 172, 197, 199, 202, 203, 204, 207, 209, 210, 211, 212, 215, 216, 219, 220, 221, 230, 240, 251, 463.

Released 5/19/2011
Checking Components for Bolted Wheel Connection. MY-All, Models All

Released 12/22/2010
Shock Absorber Replacement. MY-All. Models 124, 129, 140, 163, 164, 168, 169, 170, 171, 201, 202, 203, 204, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 215, 216, 219, 220, 221, 230, 240, 245, 251, 461, 463. Revision a: edits to last paragraph

Released 1/19/2010
MY-All, Models 124, 129, 140, 163, 164, 170, 171, 199, 202, 203, 204, 207, 209, 210, 211, 212, 215, 216, 219, 220, 221, 230, 251, 463. Approved Hydraulic Fluids for Steering Systems

Released 6/16/2009
MY-All. Models All. Corrosion of Brake Components

Released 6/16/2009
MY-All. Models All. Self-Locking Brake Caliper Bolt Replacement

Released 11/26/2008
Revision: Applicable Models Updated (Page 2 Chart)All Passenger and Light Truck ModelsFlow Noises from Area of Power Steering Pump and/or Foaming of Power Steering Oil in Reservoir

Released 6/4/2008
Replacement Procedure of Shock Absorbers and Suspension Struts

Released 3/1/2008
Processing of Steering System Complaints

Released 2/1/2008
Chrome Plating of Mercedes-Benz Light Alloy Wheels

Released 1/10/2008
“ESP – Visit Workshop” Displayed in Instrument Cluster / ESP Indicator Lamp Illuminated

Released 11/27/2007
Flow Noises from Area of Power Steering Pump and/or Foaming of Power Steering Oil in Reservoir

Released 7/19/2007
ABS/ESP Indicator Lamp Illuminated / Fault Code C1140 and/or C1540

Released 9/30/2000
FACTORY-APPROVED SUMMER/ALL-SEASON/WINTER TIRES, WHEELS STEEL WHEELS FOR WINTER TIRES

Released 5/19/2000
WHEEL BOLTS

Released 1/5/2000
All Models Wheel Warranty Info

Released 6/1/1999
MODEL 220 AIRMATIC - WATER IN LEVEL SENSOR PLUG

Released 6/1/1998
PARKTRONIC SYSTEM (PTS) FUNCTION

Released 9/23/1997
PSE PUMP

Released 4/30/1997
INSTALLATION OF RETAINING CLAMP FOR FRONT BRAKE HOSES

Released 3/31/1997
SNOW CHAINS

Released 2/1/1997
FACTORY APPROVED TIRES

Released 10/1/1996
STEERING ANGLE SENSOR

Released 10/1/1996
ROTATING TIRES

Released 9/1/1996
CRACKS IN THE CLEAR COAT ON ALLOY WHEELS

Released 5/1/1996
WARRANTY FOR ORIGINAL TIRES

Released 10/1/1995
WHEEL HARNESS CHANGE

Released 7/31/1995
INSTALLATION OF AMG LIGHT ALLOY ACCESSORY WHEELS

Released 5/31/1995
NEW 3-LUG SPRING COMPRESSORS SPRING COMPRESSOR APPLICATION TABLE

Released 3/1/1995
MODIFIED STEERING COUPLING

Released 3/31/1994
PULLING REAR HUB USING NEW REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION TOOL ELIMINATION OF THE 8MM THREAD FROM THE OUTER REAR AXLE SHAFT

Released 11/1/1993
REMOVAL OF RUBBER BUSHINGS FROM FRONT AXLE CARRIER

Released 6/1/1993
MODIFIED STEERING WHEEL LOCK

Released 6/1/1993
TIRE ROTATION PROCEDURE

Released 5/1/1993
MODIFIED FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS

Released 5/1/1993
DECREASED VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT

Released 4/1/1993
INTRODUCTION OF SRS/HORN CLOCK SPRING CONTACT

Released 8/1/1992
CHECKING AND REPAIR OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS

Released 7/1/1992
STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL TOOL

Released 7/1/1992
MODIFIED STEERING LOCK WITH LOCK CYLINDER

Released 7/1/1992
USE OF SPECIAL TOOL FOR REMOVAL OF FRONT AXLE LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS

Released 2/28/1992
REMOVAL TOOL FOR ADHESIVE WHEEL BALANCE WEIGHTS

Released 1/1/1992
REVISED TIGHTENING TORQUE OF STEERING BOX

Released 10/31/1991
EXTENDED INSPECTION SERVICE INTERVAL LUBRICATION SERVICE INTERVALS CHANGES TO MERCEDES-BENZ MAINTENANCE SYSTEM

Released 9/26/2012
License Plate Bracket. MY-All, Models All

Released 5/24/2012
Revision T: Edit to MB Copyright and Logo. MY-All. All Models. MBUSA-Approved Refinishing Products

Released 1/18/2012
Control Unit Version –EEPROM Log Retrieval Process. MY-All, All Passenger and Light Truck Models with 722.9 VGS3 Transmission

Released 10/26/2010
New Required Replacement Midtronics Battery Tester; Special Tool: 165-EXP 717 KIT. MY-All. Models All

Released 6/16/2009
MY-All. Models All. Corrosion of Brake Components

Released 6/16/2009
MY-All. Models All. Brake Pad Paste Usage

Released 4/28/2009
Revision P: Approved Products Added. MY-All. All Models. MBUSA-Approved Refinishing Products

Released 1/15/2000
TECHNICAL INFORMATION UPDATE ANNOUNCEMENT

Released 12/15/1999
REVISED SERVICE AND PARTS LITERATURE LISTFOR ORDERING LITERATURE VIA MB-NET

Released 12/15/1999
REVISED SERVICE AND PARTS LITERATURE LISTFOR ORDERING LITERATURE VIA MB-NET

Released 8/31/1999
BINDER HEATING OVEN

Released 8/1/1998
USAGE OF PORTABLE DEFUELER/REFUELER TANKER AND FUEL DRAIN HOSES

Released 5/31/1998
I/M 240 EMISSION TESTING ON DYNAMOMETER

Released 12/31/1997
SPOTS IN PAINT ON NEW VEHICLE

Released 4/11/1997
EQUIPMENT, FLUKE 98

Released 1/31/1997
UNIVERSAL TOOL FOR REMOVING/INSTALLING VALVE SPRINGS

Released 10/17/1996
DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL, BODY AND ACCESSORIES. VOL. 1, SUPPLEMENT 11 CONTAINS TWO ERROR

Released 5/1/1996
OKI SERVICE STATION (OSS) SUPPORT FOR MERCEDES-BENZ CTEL

Released 2/20/1996
WATER-BORNE PAINT APPLICATION

Released 1/31/1995
HAND-HELD TESTER (HHT) MODULE PLANNING OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION OF 4 MBYTE MODULE

Released 12/31/1993
TRANSMISSION 722.5 NEW SUPPORT TOOL TO FASTEN TRANSMISSION TO MOUNTING PLATE

Released 10/1/1993
MODIFICATION TO TEST CABLE 124 589 47 63 00

Released 8/31/1993
IMPULSE COUNTER SCAN TOOL FAILURE DUE TO IMPROPER HOOK-UP

Released 5/1/1993
USE OF FAN HUB TOOLS

Released 12/1/1992
TEST CABLES 140 589 21 63 00 AND 140 589 22 63 00

Released 7/1/1992
STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL TOOL

Released 6/30/1992
CHECKING 5/8 IN. (15.8 MM) SPARK PLUG WRENCH SPECIAL TOOL NO. 102 589 02 09 00

Released 2/28/1992
REMOVAL TOOL FOR ADHESIVE WHEEL BALANCE WEIGHTS

Released 10/31/1991
EXTENDED INSPECTION SERVICE INTERVAL LUBRICATION SERVICE INTERVALS CHANGES TO MERCEDES-BENZ MAINTENANCE SYSTEM

Released 8/31/1991
SERVICE EQUIPMENT FOR REFRIGERANT R 134a

Released 6/2/2009
Revision: Part Numbers Added. MY-All. Models-All. Windshield Washer System: Maintaining Wiping Quality and Controlling Noise

Released 7/29/2008
Adjusting Wiper Arms

Released 5/20/2008
Windshield Washer System: Maintaining Wiping Quality and Controlling Noise

Released 1/25/2001
Models 220, 215 Replacement of Heated Washer Hose

Released 5/31/2000
WINDSHIELD WIPER INSERT, PART NUMBER 140 824 01 27 01, SHOULD HAVE TWO LOCKING END CAPS

Released 2/2/1996
INTRODUCTION OF "MERCEDES CARE" MAINTENANCE PLAN

Released 1/1/1995
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR