Brand Perception:
Luxury, comfort, engineering, safety
Key Competitors:
BMW 5 Series, Audi A6, Lexus GS, Cadillac STS
Model Focus:
Diesel performance, long-distance comfort, advanced technology for its era
Manual Value Proposition:
Comprehensive factory information for owners to maximize vehicle utility and longevity
Primary Coverage:
Operation, Maintenance, Safety, Features
Secondary Coverage:
Basic Troubleshooting, Cleaning, Specifications
Estimated Page Count:
Approx. 300-400 (typical for this model/era)
Powertrain:
Engine operation, fuel, oil, coolant, battery, air filter, basic maintenance
Chassis:
Brakes, steering, suspension (basic operational notes)
Electrical:
Lights, instrument cluster, wipers, horn
Comfort And Convenience:
Climate control, locks, security, seating, windows, mirrors
Infotainment:
Entertainment systems (basic operation)
Maintenance:
Recommended checks, fluid top-offs, cleaning procedures
Operation:
Starting, driving, parking, using vehicle features
Safety:
Seatbelt usage, airbag system, child restraint installation
Troubleshooting:
Warning indicator lights, basic fault recognition (not repair)
Customer Assistance:
Contact information, reporting safety defects (US)
Depth:
Owner-level information, basic operational guidance, no in-depth repair procedures
Searchability:
Likely text-searchable (OCR'd)
Quality:
Factory original scans, high fidelity
Compatibility:
Any device capable of reading PDF files (PCs, tablets, smartphones)
Engine Type:
V6 Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code:
OM642 (3.0L)
Displacement:
2,987 cc (3.0 Liters)
Bore X Stroke:
83.0 mm x 92.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
17.0:1
Fuel Delivery:
Common Rail Direct Injection (CDI)
Horsepower:
224 hp @ 3,800 rpm
Torque:
398 lb-ft @ 1,600-2,600 rpm
Fuel Type:
Diesel (ULSD recommended)
Fuel Tank Capacity:
80 Liters (approx. 21.1 US gallons)
Locations Covered:
Engine oil fill, dipstick, coolant reservoir, washer fluid reservoir, battery, air filter access
Length:
4,850 mm (190.9 in)
Width:
1,799 mm (70.8 in)
Height:
1,450 mm (57.1 in)
Wheelbase:
2,854 mm (112.4 in)
Curb Weight:
1,760 kg (3,880 lbs) - approximate
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Approx. 2,360 kg (5,203 lbs)
NHTSA Front Crash:
5-Star (for applicable model years)
IIHS Front Offset Crash:
Good
ABS:
Yes (Anti-lock Braking System)
Esp:
Yes (Electronic Stability Program)
Traction Control:
Yes (ASR - Acceleration Slip Regulation)
Airbags:
Front, side, curtain airbags
Seat Belt Pretensioners:
Yes
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH/ISOFIX
Head Unit:
COMAND NTG 1.0 or Audio 20 (depending on options)
Navigation:
Optional GPS Navigation (CD-ROM based for NTG 1.0)
Audio Features:
AM/FM Radio, CD Player, Cassette Player (early production), optional CD Changer
Cruise Control:
Standard (with Speedtronic speed limiter)
Parking Assistance:
Optional Parktronic (PTS) parking sensors
Bluetooth:
Optional UHI (Universal Handset Interface) for hands-free calling
Auxiliary Input:
Optional Aux-in socket
Oil Change Interval:
Flexible (Service A/B based on driving conditions, typically 10,000-15,000 miles or 12 months)
Transmission Fluid Interval:
Typically 60,000 - 100,000 miles (refer to manual for specific W211 recommendation)
Air Filter Replacement:
Refer to maintenance schedule (e.g., every 20,000-30,000 miles)
Engine Oil Type:
MB 229.51 (Low SAPS, Synthetic)
Engine Oil Viscosity:
5W-30 or 0W-30 (depending on climate, consult manual)
Coolant Type:
MB 325.0 / 326.0 (Blue/Green Ethylene Glycol based)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 (MB 331.0)
Common Wear Items:
Intake manifold runner flaps (plastic components can break), Glow plug module, Harmonic balancer, EGR valve issues
Potential Electronics:
Early W211 models had some SBC (Sensotronic Brake Control) issues, though CDI models may have had revised systems or less impact. Transmission control module (TCM) issues.
Engine Oil Capacity:
8.5 Liters (approx. 9.0 US quarts) with filter change
Coolant Capacity:
Approx. 9.5 Liters (2.5 US gallons)
Oil Filter Example:
Mann-Filter HU 821 y / Mercedes-Benz A 642 180 01 09
Air Filter Example:
Mann-Filter C 24 100 / Mercedes-Benz A 211 830 06 49
Heritage:
Pioneering automotive engineering, luxury vehicles, diesel technology
Generation Code:
W211 (Second generation E-Class)
Introduction Year:
2002 (for W211 platform)
Manufacturing Locations:
Sindelfingen, Germany; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA
