12-12-2005, 08:26 AM
Red Pike
Marine Engineer Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: White Plains, NY
Posts: 56

MB Tech Manuals from MBUSA

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I mentioned, in an earlier post, the availabilty of technical manuals for a very reasonable price from MBUSA. I got the service manual cds for my 1987 300SDL from them, and it cost $19.99 plus shipping, as opposed to the $120 I forked over to PerformanceProducts for the cds I got for the 1987 300DT.

I just received an email requesting help in locating these manuals on MBs site, and it is somewhat convoluted, so I am posting the information here, as well as a direct response to the individual who queried me. To find the manuals for your car:

Go to MBUSA website:

http://www.mbusa.com/index.do

move your cursor over the "Mercedes in Depth" pop-up

from the pop-up menu select "Classic"

on the new window that pops up, place your cursor over the "Classic Center" tab

from the pop-up menu select "Technical Literature"

in the new window that pops up, select the "Service Manual" item in the list for "Search by Literature Type", or select your specific model information in the "Search by Vehicle" section.

Don't forget to scroll through the window(s) that pop up for your searches...

In addition to the Service Manuals, many members may find the Owners Manuals and Illustrated Parts Manuals useful...

I hope this is useful (maybe put in a sticky?)

#2 01-13-2006, 08:08 AM
uberwgn
Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: New England
Posts: 21

Cool stuff but it looks like is 1995MY and earlier.


uberwgn

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#3 01-14-2006, 03:44 PM
stanm
Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: Gold Coast, Australia
Posts: 10

Hi Hunter!
Do these service manuals cover automatic transmission repair
procedures and electricial-troubleshooting & schematics?
[What I gues I mean to say is "Are these authentic and
complete service manuals, like the ones the guys working the
line use at the M.B. dealership"]?

I bought a cd from ebay for my 107 and it's good except there
is no automatic section. Of course that is the component that
has failed me most, [in the past and now again at this time].

Thanks!
Stan M.

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#4 01-14-2006, 04:33 PM
whunter

Hmmm, automatic transmission not found?

Automatic transmission not found?
I have submitted the question to MBUSA Classic, there can be no answer until Monday at soonest.
Thank you for bringing this to my attention.
whunter

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#5 01-16-2006, 02:17 PM
Mike Miller
Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Huntington Beach, CA
Posts: 85

You had me merrily off to the MBUSA site for a new manual. Imagine my disappointment when I saw all those models offered and no mention of the R129 500 SL anywhere. I thought I had a classic there for a moment. Do you have other sources?

Mike Miller

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#6 01-16-2006, 05:06 PM
whunter
Moderator Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan
Posts: 4,259

Hello Mike Miller
Sorry, it is new data, not on the website yet.
You need to call MBUSA 1-800-367-6372 to order the R129 500SL DVD.

:EDIT:
"Mike", Thank you for the E-mail followup.
R129 is not on the cheap list.
$75.00 for the DVD

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#7 01-22-2006, 01:42 PM
davemig
Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 5

Hey Hunter

Looking for a service manual for a 98 ML 320
Is this on the site?
Thanks
Dave

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#8 01-22-2006, 02:25 PM
whunter
Moderator Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan
Posts: 4,259

There is newer material available through MBUSA.

MBUSA > Classic on line lookup material ends at model year 1995.
You need to call MBUSA 1-800-367-6372 and ask them.
There is newer material available, however it is on DVD at a higher cost than the older classic data.

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#9 01-23-2006, 01:23 PM
whunter
Moderator Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan
Posts: 4,259

The Star Classic CD-ROM does not cover vehicle transmission.

Quote:
Originally Posted by stanm
Hi Hunter!
Do these service manuals cover automatic transmission repair
procedures and electricial-troubleshooting & schematics?
[What I gues I mean to say is "Are these authentic and
complete service manuals, like the ones the guys working the
line use at the M.B. dealership"]?

I bought a cd from ebay for my 107 and it's good except there
is no automatic section. Of course that is the component that
has failed me most, [in the past and now again at this time].

Thanks!
Stan M.

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Dear Mr. Hunter,

Thank you for your interest in Mercedes-Benz USA.
We apologize for the delay in our response.

The CD-ROM includes technical information designed to repair one's car, it is not in a "how-to" format.

The Star Classic CD-ROM does not cover vehicle transmission.

The CD-ROM is not returnable and is compatible with an IBM computer system.

You may order this CD-ROM by calling 1-800-FOR-MERCedes with your address and credit card information or by calling an authorized Mercedes-Benz
dealer.

Sincerely,

Elizabeth Willard
Consumer Promotions
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

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#10 01-23-2006, 06:53 PM
cook
Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Land O'Lakes, Fl.
Posts: 70

I see they have the service manual for the W123.

Would you know if this is the same servide manual that skinnerbox.steaky has online? If so, that is the one I would like to get.

$20.00 is a great price!

cook

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#11 01-23-2006, 08:09 PM
whunter
Moderator Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan
Posts: 4,259

Sorry.

I can't answer that question.

whunter

Time for a revival! :)

This link may work:

Classic Center (http://www.classictechlit.mbusa.com/MB/default.asp)

It looks like we're not "Classic" unless 1995 or older... :(

Call MBUSA 1-800-367-6372 and ask them.
There is newer material available, however it is on DVD at a higher cost than the older classic data.

Does anyone Know how to get a manual i could download for a 1990 300E MB

Does anyone Know how to get a manual i could download for a 1990 300E MB
This is all I have found.

Service manual online:
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=142388

Auto Manufacturer Service Information Web Addresses
http://www.aftermarket.org/Government/Resources/OEM_Websites.asp

Vehicle Manufacturer Service Information Matrix (Updated Quarterly)
http://www.iatn.net/nastf/oematrix.html

Howdy all,

I use these folks......they aren't official "Benz folks....but their info is useful, correct, and in my opinion a subscription is well worth the cost.....$24.99 for the first vehicle and $15.99 for each additional vehicle...per year.....

http://www.alldatadiy.com/

They have most of the stuff in shop manuals, but not a bunch of "body" info. They do give you the proper part # from nice exploded views, and they give a difficulty rating for the job, as well as the cost of the part at the dealer, and the cost of the repair at the dealership.

The website is designed for the do-it-yourselfer......

Hope that this helps.....

SB

I just got off the phone with MB and the DVD repair manual for my 1991 SL500 was $84.27 with regular shipping.

Hey guys, go www.mercedesbenzone.com (http://www.mercedesbenzone.com) and ask the WEBMASTER for wiring diagram for free !!!!!!!

The EPC (Electronic Parts Catalogue) is now officially and legitimately available online from DaimlerChrysler's own website. The subscription cost is a mere 15euros per annum (about US$18) (i.e. about the same as an almost unworkable and out-of-date Ebay pirate copy). The EPC works in Java. It includes everything the dealer has, except prices and I believe these are coming soon. It particularly gives the ability to search and screen by chassis number and special order codes.

http://workshop.aftersales.daimlerchrysler.com/dcagportal/DCAGPortal

The website opens in German, but the language can be set to English (or one of four others) using the drop down menu in the top right corner.

Are you aware of this free EPC.

http://www.detali.ru/cat/oem_mb.asp

Yes, but it is in Russian and it is not very good. Try the DC one: it's worth every cent of 15euros.

USA is NOT in the list of supported countries.

I believe we're required to use StarTekInfo.

Where can I get a workshop manual for 1998 E280 W210 Mercedes?

New repair DVD's available
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=171767

these are simple links.



Newer model vehicle DVD only.
http://www.mercedestechstore.com/index.htm






STAR Service Manual Libraries on CD and DVD
http://www.startekinfo.com/StarTek/outside/8002/?requestedDocId=8002

After 30+ years building and servicing US cars, I now own and work on a 99 SL500 and a '01 CLK320 Cabr....so I am looking for the original paper shop manuals for these series. I plan on getting the DVD versions as well, but would prefer to have the old fashioned books, if anyone has them to sell or can point me in the right direction. I am located in Orange county, Calif. in case there's a chance picking these up directly from the seller.

thx in advance
David

they come up on e-bay several times per year.

I followed a link from this site to http://www.startekinfo.com/StarTek/outside/8001/?requestedDocId=8001

They list a CD manual for $64.98 for W124s. It is "Model 124 Star Classic CD ROM" with a part number P-2700-124-099.

WOuld this be the manual of choice for a 1995 E320 wagon?

Thanks!

That's the same part # as my CD manual, not sure if you can find it cheaper elsewhere. I paid over $100 Cdn at the dealer in 2002.

Thanks Kyle. I got Volvo and Mitsubishi manuals for less on Ebay but for MB I have seen nothing of quality. I got a $10 CD for MB there and it is a joke. For MB has the best price on their own manual... just wanted to make sure that is the right one (shop manual) before I send them $65. I love this car but it is somewhat of a money vacuum.

All the best

Hi everyone,
:)does anyone know where I can get a ownwer manual(s) for a 93 300CE. Even a copy would be fine.
Thanks in advance.

Can anyone tell me where I can obtain an electronic MBNA FACTORY APPROVED SERVICE PRODUCTS LIST that includes all fluids approved by MB for a 1989 190 E 2.6? thank you, VRA

I merged your question into the thread with all the data you should need.
It is all in the factory service manual.

do i have the paper manuals of this cd rom? i won this on ebay a few weeks ago. the blue one is the parts manual:

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w177/bob98sr5/300D%20Turbo/manuals_closed.jpg

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w177/bob98sr5/300D%20Turbo/manuals_open.jpg

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w177/bob98sr5/300D%20Turbo/manual_closeup.jpg

if so, i wont be buying the cd rom :)

bob

do i have the paper manuals of this cd rom? i won this on ebay a few weeks ago. the blue one is the parts manual:

if so, i wont be buying the cd rom :)

bob
The CD has more information.
In paper form it is roughly three inches thick.

whunter,

ok, thanks for the clarification. time to buy some more stuff :dizzy2:

bob

Ok, I went looking at the MB USA Classics section again, and noticed that the listings for the 300SD lists two paper manuals, not CD's.
Last time I looked, about 6 months ago, there were no listings for the 300SD, so I assumed that they had discontinued that manual.

They are listed for $30 each, so is this indicating that they are actually selling the paper copy again, or just that the media type is mis-marked?

I have looked a bit for a service manual for my '85 500 SEL and have not found one. Not even on the MBUSA link above. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

When I checked the MBUSA site for mauals, it asked for the chassis number (which I only know as a 123) and for the engine number. Where would I look to find thises numbers? Is it part of the VIN or something like that?

When I checked the MBUSA site for mauals, it asked for the chassis number (which I only know as a 123) and for the engine number. Where would I look to find thises numbers? Is it part of the VIN or something like that?
This is all I can offer without your VIN#

1980-1985

300TD
W123.193
OM617.952

Okay, here's my VIN #WDB AB93A5EF008301. So, is the chassis number and the engine number above the correct one?

Thanks.

1984
300TD
W123.193
Engine# 617952 12 065561
Transmission# 722315 02 431328

http://www.classictechlit.mbusa.com/MB/cstmsearch.asp?MYID=1038&SDID=1297&MDID=1168&ENID=1156&catalog_name=Retail

Your search has returned the following results: 3 items

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Model Year 1984
Model 300TD
Chassis 123.193
Engine 617.952


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Technical Data Books are intended for technicians familiar with the maintenance of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars. It contains excerpts of the most important data and adjustment values. Technical Data Books include information about capacities, operating materials, dimensions, weights, measures and tolerances, settings, performance curves and much more. Technical Data Books are approximately 400-600 pages in length.

Part Number Part Name Medium Unit Price Quantity
QL-6510-1274-02 Edition 1985: Passenger cars ... print $29.99


Owner's Manuals cover a great deal of useful information that allows a driver to familiarize themselves with a vehicle. Specifically, they give information about the operation and service of a specific vehicle. It is imperative that every vehicle contains an Owner's Manual, because instructions and warnings that are included in these manuals provide for greater safety and longer service life of the vehicle. These manuals are approximately 25 to 125 pages in length.

Part Number Part Name Medium Unit Price Quantity
QL-6510-5591-02 300 TD; 1984-85 (Reproduction) print $19.99


Service Manuals act as a detailed guide to the vehicle. They contain descriptions of all important assembly, adjustment and inspections to be performed. Pertinent data, dimensions, and tolerances, as well as special tools for various individual operations are listed in separate tables. Service Manuals also give repair instructions in detailed steps assisted by drawings, photographs and charts. Service Manuals include information on both the engine and the chassis of a specified vehicle. They vary in size from approximately 400 to 1200 pages in length; however, Service Manual Supplements are generally less than 400 pages. Some Service Manuals may also be offered as a CD-ROM.

Part Number Part Name Medium Unit Price Quantity
QL-6516-5610-02 CD-Rom W123 Service Manual Li... CD-Rom $19.99

Thanks alot, Bill!

Any idea how long they usually take to send those? I just noticed that I ordered mine on the 3rd and I was under the impression it only had to come from NJ.

They generally ship from the nearest central warehouse.
This year there is a higher than normal volume of people giving these as gifts = North American supply may be low/waiting re-stock shipment. :D

Just ordered one for the finny! Thanks a ton for the link!

The W126 CD is NLA = No Longer Available through MB.