1997 MERCEDES-BENZ ML430 battery

ENGINE 112,113 / (except, 113.995) Only for vehicles with Elektrolufter
Fig. 36: Identifying Timing Chain Components

Removing
Risk of explosion caused
by oxyhydrogen gas. Risk
of poisoning and caustic
burns caused by
swallowing battery acid.
Risk of injury caused by
burns to skin and eyes
from battery acid or when
handling damaged lead-
acid batteriesNo fire, sparks, open flames
or smoking. Wear acid-
resistant gloves, clothing
and safety glasses. Only
pour battery acid into
suitable and appropriately
marked containers.AS54.10-Z-0001-01A
1Disconnect battery
ground cableDo not connect quiescent
current retention device
otherwise this may cause
damage to the control unit.
Model 203AR54.10-P-0003P
Models 129, 163, 170, 202,
208, 210AR54.10-P-0003A
Model 209AR54.10-P-0003Q

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Models 211.061/065/070AR54.10-P-0003T
Model 215, 220AR54.10-P-0003I
Model 230.474 /475AR54.10-P-0003R
All models 463 except
463.241/248 with code 979.AR54.10-P-0003G
Model 463.241 with code
979AR54.10-P-0003PV
Model 463.248 with code
979AR54.10-P-0003PM
Notes on batteryAll modelsAH54.10-P-0001-01A
2Remove spark plugsTo ensure that the engine
can be easily cranked when
drawing in the timing chain,
and to avoid the timing
chain jumping across.
Remove only once spark
plug of each cylinder.
Replace spark plugsModel 163AP15.10-P-1580GH
Models 220, 230.474/475AP15.10-P-1580AB
Models 210, 208, 202AP15.10-P-1580A
Models 203, 170, 209, 211
with engine 112
Models 209, 211 with
engine 113
3Remove cylinder head
coversAir filter mounted on
vehicleAR01.20-P-5014B
Air filter mounted on
engineAR01.20-P-5014BV
4.1Remove fan shroud Not models
211.061/065/070, 230.475
Models 220, 230.474
AR20.40-P-6800AB
4.2Remove electric fanModel 170AR20.40-P-5000SV
Models 203, 209AR20.40-P-5000PV
Model 163.174AR20.40-P-5000GH
5Position engine to 40°
after TDC of first
cylinder. Engine must not be
cranked backwards. The
notches of the camshafts
must be pointing in the
direction of the inner V.
It must be possible to easily
insert the two locking
plates.
If this is not possible: ?
Set the basic position of AR05.20-P-6020AU

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Fig. 43: Identifying Timing Chain Components
Removing
Risk of explosion caused
by oxyhydrogen gas. Risk
of poisoning and caustic
burns caused by
swallowing battery acid.
Risk of injury caused by
burns to skin and eyes
from battery acid or when
handling damaged lead-
acid batteriesNo fire, sparks, open
flames or smoking. Wear
acid-resistant gloves,
clothing and safety
glasses. Only pour battery
acid into suitable and
appropriately marked
containers.AS54.10-Z-0001-01A
Notes on batteryAll models.AH54.10-P-0001-01A
1Disconnect ground cableModel 463 except code
(979) Special protection
versionAR54.10-P-0003G
Model 463.241 with code
(979) Special protection
version.AR54.10-P-0003PV
Model 463.248 with code
979AR54.10-P-0003PM
Models 129, 208, 210.AR54.10-P-0003A

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Fig. 34: Identifying Motor Electronics Control Module - Shown On Model 163.154
Shown on Model 163.154
Fig. 35: Identifying Connector Of Engine Compartment And Engine
- Shown On Model 163.154
Shown on Model 163.154

Remove/Install
1Disconnect ground of battery
(W10)
Installation: After connecting, read out fault memory,
encode radio and normalize power windows.
Vehicles with stationary he ater: adjust time display on
stationary heater.
AR54.10-
P-0003A
2Remove cover of fuse module
(1)
3Remove cover of relay module
(2)
Remove electronics ground of

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CONNECT COMPRESSION TESTER INFORMATION ON PR EVENTING DAMAGE TO ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
DUE TO ELECTROSTATIC DI SCHARGE - AR01.10-P-0010-01V
Fig. 36: Identifying Compression Recorder (001 589 76 21 00)
4
right major assemblies
compartment (W16/6) of
engine wiring harness

5Remove electrical line (5) at
positive lead (4)
6Disconnect positive cable (4) at
battery
7Take off bracket (3) of positive
cable (4) Bracket next to coolant circulation pump.
8
Separate connector of engine
compartment and engine (X22)
in fuse and relay module

9
Separate connectors of motor
electronics control module
(n3/10)
Release locking arm, separate plug connection
10
Unscrew ground strap of
engine/body (W11/5) to
vehicle frame

11Install in the reverse order
12
Read out and erase diagnostic
trouble code memory with
HHT or STAR DIAGNOSIS
After completion of the work, it is necessary to
process and erase the DTCs stored in the DTC memory
during assembly and testing work due to disconnected
lines and simulation. Diagnosis Manual Volume 2 Index
0: Connecting and using test equipment


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Fig. 47: Identifying Transmission Support - Shown On Engine 112.942
Modification notes
13.1.06Bolt, torque converter to drive plateTransmission 722.6*BA27.20-P-1002-01C
Remove/install
Risk of death caused
by vehicle slipping
or toppling off the
lifting platform.Align vehicle between columns of lifting
platform and position f our support plates at
lifting platform suppor t points specified by
vehicle manufacturer.AS00.00-Z-0010-
01A
Notes on self-locking
nuts and boltsAll modelsAH00.00-N-0001-
01A
External Torx setFig. 49
Torx bit setFig. 48
6 mm socket hexagon*WH58.30-Z-
1001-06A
7 mm socket hexagon*WH58.30-Z-
1002-06A
1Remove engine trim
panel
2
Inspect both rear
engine lifting eyes
for marking
Engine suspensi on lugs without
identification must be replaced.


Rear lifting eyes of
engine reinforced
BT01.00-P-0001-01A
Risk of explosion
caused by
oxyhydrogen gas.
Risk of poisoning
and caustic burns
caused by No fire, sparks, open fl ames or smoking. Wear
acid-resistant gloves, clothing and glasses.
Only pour battery acid into suitable and
appropriately marked containers.AS54.10-Z-0001-
01A

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swallowing battery
acid. Risk of injury
caused by burns to
skin and eyes from
battery acid or when
handling damaged
lead-acid batteries
3Disconnect battery
ground cable The battery is located in the right of the
engine compartment.AR54.10-P-
0003A
Notes on batteryAll modelsAH54.10-P-0001-
01A
Installation: After connecting, read out
fault memory, encode radio and normalize
power windows.Vehicles with
stationary heater:
adjust time
display on
stationary heater.
4.1Remove air guide
(23) Engine 113.942 only.
Risk of injury to
skin and eyes caused
by scalding from
contact with hot
coolant spray. Risk
of poisoning caused
by swallowing
coolant.Do not open cooling system unless coolant
temperature is below 90° C. Open cap slowly
and release the pressure. Do not pour coolant
into beverage containers.
Wear protective gloves, pr otective clothing and
safety glasses.AS20.00-Z-0001-
01A
5Drain coolant from
radiator Remove coolant pump line --> (16) from
coolant pump.AR20.00-P-
1142HA
6Drain and collect
engine oil *BA01.45-P-
1003-01B
*BF18.00-P-
1001-01H
7.1Remove viscous fan
(1)All except model 163.174 with engine 113.981
and 163.175 with engine 113.965.
Right-hand thread!AR20.40-P-
5660C
8.1Remove fan shroud
(2). Unscrew bolts at bottom of fan shroud
8.2Remove electric fan Only model 163.174 with engine 113.981
and 163.175 with engine 113.965.AR20.40-P-
5000GH
9Attach guard plate
for radiator /
condenser
Guard plate for
radiator / condenserEngine 606 in MODEL 124,
Engine 606.961 in MODEL 140,
Engine 112, 113, 604, 605, 611.960 in MODEL WF58.50-P-0110-
01A

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Fig. 82: Identifying Cylinder Head Remove/Install Components - Shown On Model 163.154 With Engine
112 (3 Of 3)
Remove/install
Notes on self-locking
nuts and boltsAll modelsAH00.00-N-0001-
01A
External torx setFig. 49
Torx bit setFig. 48
Risk of explosion
caused by
oxyhydrogen gas.
Risk of poisoning
and caustic burns
caused by
swallowing battery
acid. Risk of injury
caused by burns to
skin and eyes from
battery acid or when
handling damaged
lead-acid batteriesNo fire, sparks, open fl ames or smoking. Wear
acid-resistant gloves, clothing and safety
glasses. Only pour batter y acid into suitable and
appropriately marked containers.AS54.10-Z-0001-
01A
1Disconnect battery
ground cable Installation: After connecting, read out
fault memory, encode radio and normalize
power windows.
Vehicles with stationary heater: Set clock of AR54.10-P-
0003A

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