Car Manual Introduction Mercedes 190 (W201)

Dimensions and weights
Note: All figures are approximate and may vary depending on the model. For details, refer to the manufacturer's data. Dimensions Full length - 4448 mm Full width - 1690...

Purchase of spare parts
Spare parts can be purchased from many places, including branded auto dealers and service stations, parts and related stores, general service shops. In order to make...

Vehicle identification
Modernization is a constantly ongoing process of making small changes to the design of cars. Parts catalogs take into account these changes based on identification...

Repair — general provisions
Observe the following rules when servicing, restoring or repairing: Mating surfaces and gaskets When disassembling mating parts, never separate screwdrivers or similar...

Tools and fixtures
Introduction The choice of good tools is the key to good service and successful car repairs. For car owners who do not have such tools, their purchase will cause a...

Checking the technical condition of the car
This section is intended to prepare your vehicle for a technical inspection for compliance with current requirements. Obviously, you will not be able to check the car to...

Maintenance checks performed from the driver's seat
Hand brake Check the operation of the hand brake. Excessive displacement (too many clicks) indicates a faulty brake or incorrect cable adjustment. Make sure the...

Maintenance checks performed with the vehicle on the ground
Vehicle identification Vehicle license plates must be in good condition, well fixed and legible. Identification plate (VIN) should read well. Electrical equipment Turn...

Maintenance checks to be carried out with the vehicle raised and the wheels spinning freely
Jack up the front and rear of the vehicle and securely jack it up. Position the supports so that they do not touch the suspension units. Make sure the wheels are off the...

Vehicle Exhaust System Check
Gasoline engines Start and warm up the engine to normal operating temperature and check that the engine is running normally (the ignition system is in good condition,...

Jacking up the car and placing it on stands
Jack included in the car tool kit. should only be used to change wheels - see "Wheel replacement" at the beginning of this guide. For any other work, raise the vehicle...

Car radio theft warning system
The car radio, CD player installed as standard equipment of Mercedes-Benz, is equipped with a built-in security code to prevent theft. If you disconnect the power supply...

Glossary of technical terms
A ABS (Anti-lock braking system) A system, usually electronically controlled, that prevents the wheels from locking up during braking by reducing fluid pressure in the...