
Fig. 45: Identifying Harmonics - Positive Diode Defective  
Fig. 46: Identifying Diode Harmonics OK
 
REPLACE SPARK PLUGS - AP15.10-P-1580GH 
ENGINE 112.942 in MODEL 163.154     
ENGINE 112.970 in MODEL 163.157     
ENGINE 113.942 in MODEL 163.172     
ENGINE 113.981 in MODEL 163.174     
ENGINE 113.965 in MODEL 163.175    
 
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Fig. 47: Identifying Spark Plugs And Cylinder 4 Ignition Coil 
  
Remove/install and 
replacing
  
 Risk of death due to 
contact with high-voltage 
conductive partsDo not touch parts which 
conduct high voltages. 
Persons who are carriers 
of electronic implants 
(e.g. cardiac pacemaker) 
may not carry out any 
work on the ignition 
systemAS15.10-Z-0001-01A
 Notes on avoiding damage 
to ignition systemEngine 104, 111, 112, 
113, 119, 120,271AH15.10-P-0002-01D
1Remove/install air filter 
upper section  
2 
 Remove ignition coils 
Remove/install ignition 
coils 
AR15.12-P-2003A
3Disconnect spark plug 
connectors Prise over cylinder 
head cover. 
 Double open-ended 
wrenchFig. 24
 Checking   
4Check spark plug  Replace, if necessary. 
 
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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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 Intake manifold  
211.061/065/070, 230.475  
Models 220, 230.474
22.2Install electric fanModel 170AR20.40-P-5000SV
Models 203, 209AR20.40-P-5000PV
Model 163.174AR20.40-P-5000GH 
23Install cylinder head  
coversAir filter locat  ed at vehicle  
side.AR01.20-P-5014B 
Air filter locat  ed on engine  
side.AR01.20-P-5014BV 
24Install spark plugs  
 Replace spark plugsModels 220, 230.474/475AP15.10-P-1580AB
Models 210, 208, 202AP15.10-P-1580A
Models 170, 203, 209, 211  
with engine 112 
Models 209, 211 with 
engine 113 
Model 163AP15.10-P-1580GH 
25Connect ground cableModel 203AR54.10-P-0003P
Models 129, 163, 170, 202, 
208, 210AR54.10-P-0003A 
Model 209AR54.10-P-0003Q
Models 211.061/065/070AR61.20-P-1105T
Model 215, 220AR54.10-P-0003I
Model 230.474/475AR54.10-P-0003R
All models 463 except  
463.241/248 with code 979AR54.10-P-0003G
Model 463.241 with code 
979AR54.10-P-0003PV
Model 463.248 with code  
979AR54.10-P-0003PM
 Risk of accident   caused  
by vehicle starting off by  
itself when engine is  
running.   Risk of injury   
caused by contusions and  
burns during starting  
procedure or when  
working near the running  
engineSecure vehicle to prevent it  
from moving by itself.  
Wear closed and snug- 
fitting work clothes.  
Do not grasp hot or rotating  
parts.AS00.00-Z-0005-01A 
26Run engine and inspect  
for leaks  
NumberDesignationEngines 112, 113
 
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2Remove spark plugs To ensure that the  
engine can be easily  
cranked when drawing in  
the timing chain, and to  
avoid the timing chain 
jumping across.  
Remove only one spark  
plug at each cylinder.
 
 Replace spark plugsModel 463.AP15.10-P-1580GA
Model 129.AP15.10-P-1580A
Models 202, 208, 210 with 
engine 112. 
Models 163.AP15.10-P-1580GH 
3Remove cylinder head  
coversAir filter locat  ed at vehicle  
side.AR01.20-P-5014B 
Air filter located on 
engine side.AR01.20-P-5014BV 
4Remove viscous-drive fan. Right-hand thread!AR20.40-P-5660C 
5Remove fan shroud On model 163 unscrew  
bolts at bottom of fan  
shroud.  
Model 463.AR20.40-P-6800V
6Position engine at a 40°  
crank angle before  
ignition TDC of cylinder  
1. Engine must not be  
cranked back.  
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 
camshafts.AR05.20-P-6020AU
 The copper tabs of the  
timing chain must be  
aligned with the markings  
on the camshaft sprockets. 
Because of the unevenly  
long travel of the timing  
chain it may be necessary  
to crank the engine as  
much as 14 times until the  
copper tabs are aligned  
with the markings on the  
 
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crankshaft in its standard  
direction of rotation.
15Remove retaining devices 
(1, 2) for timing chain at  
right and left cylinder  
head Fig. 39
16Rivet new timing chain AR05.10-P-7601-02AV
17Crank engine in direction  
of rotation  
18Check timing of engine AR05.10-P-6858V
19Take off holding bush (3) 
on right camshaft Fig. 40
20Install camshaft bearing 
bridge on rightEngines 112, 113.AR05.20-P-7103AU
Engine 113.960 with code  
(479) Cylinder shutoff.AR05.20-P-7103AV
21Install camshaft position  
sensor AR15.10-P-2000A 
22Installing chain tensioner AR05.10-P-7800C
23Install fan shroudModel 463.AR20.40-P-6800V
24Install viscous-drive fan Right-hand thread!AR20.40-P-5660C 
25Install cylinder head  
coversAir filter locat  ed at vehicle  
side.AR01.20-P-5014B 
Air filter located on 
engine side.AR01.20-P-5014BV 
26Install spark plugs  
 Replace spark plugsModel 463.AP15.10-P-1580GA
Model 129.AP15.10-P-1580A
Models 202, 208, 210 with  
engine 112. 
Models 163.AP15.10-P-1580GH 
27Connect ground cableModel 463 except code  
(979) Special protection  
versionAR54.10-P-0003G
Models 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 
 Risk of accident   caused  
by vehicle starting off by  
itself when engine is  
running.   Risk of injury   
caused by contusions and Secure vehicle to prevent  
it from moving by itself.  
Wear closed and snug- 
fitting work clothes.  
Do not grasp hot or AS00.00-Z-0005-01A 
 
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Fig. 17: Inspecting Cylinders With Light Probe
Shown on engine 112   
  Remove/install  
 Risk of death caused by  
contact with parts  
conducting high voltages.Do not touch parts which  
conduct high voltages.  
Persons who have  
electronic implants (e.g.  
pacemakers) must not  
perform any work on the  
ignition system.AS15.10-Z-0001-01A 
 Risk of injury to skin and 
eyes caused by handling  
hot or glowing objects.Wear safety gloves,  
protective clothing and  
safety glasses, if necessary.AS00.00-Z-0002-01A 
 Risk of death   cased by  
vehicle slipping or  
toppling off of the lifting  
platform.Align vehicle between the 
columns of the hydraulic  
hoist and position the four  
support plates below the  
hoist support points  
specified by the vehicle  
manufacturer.AS00.00-Z-0010-01A 
1Remove a spark plug from 
each cylinderType 208.474 
Type 202.088  
Model 210.062/262 
 Replace spark plugsModel 129 with engine  
112.923/943, 113.961AP15.10-P-1580AC
Model 163 with engine 
112, 113AP15.10-P-1580GH 
Model 209, 210 except  
210.062 /262, 208 except  
208.474, 202 except  
202.088 with engine 112,  
113  
Model 203, 170 with  
engine 112AP15.10-P-1580A
Model 215, 220 with 
engine 137  
Model 215, 220, 230 with  
engine 275  
Model 215, 220 with  
engine 285AP15.10-P-1580L
Model 211 with engine 
112, 113  
Model 215 with Engine  
113 AP15.10-P-1580AB
 
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 AR07.16-P-1100MM
Remove, install fuel cooler
5.11.99
ENGINE 
612.963 in MODELS 163.113
P47.00-2042-12
1
Fuel feed hose
2 
 Fuel drain hose
3
 Coolant feed hose
4
 Coolant return flow hose
5
 Fuel cooler
7
 Bolts of fuel cooler
Operation no. of operation texts or standard texts and flat rates
 Category
Op. no.
Operation text
P
075890
REMOVING AND INSTALLING FUEL COOLER
P
075895
REPLACE FUEL COOLER
 
Remove, Install
  
 
Danger!
Risk of injury 
  to 
fingers being jammed or 
squeezed 
  when removing and installing or 
aligning hoods, doors, tailgate/tailgate and 
sliding roof.
When moving components ensure that no 
body parts or limbs are in the area of motion.
AS00.00-Z-0011-01A
  
 
Danger!
Risk of injury
  to skin and eyes suffering 
scalding from contact with hot coolant spray. 
 Risk of poisoning
  from 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 bottles.
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing 
and eye protection.
AS20.00-Z-0001-01A
  
 
Danger!
Risk of explosion
  from fuel igniting, 
risk of 
poisoning
  from inhaling and swallowing fuel 
as well as 
 risk of injury
  to eyes and skin 
from contact with fuel.
No fire, sparks, naked flames or smoking.
Pour fuels only into suitable and appropriately 
marked containers.
Wear protective clothing when handling fuel.
AS47.00-Z-0001-01A
1
Open engine hood and raise to vertical position
 
Have second person secure hood. 
AR88.40-P-1000GI
2
Remove trim panel of cylinder head cover
AR01.20-P-5014-02B
 
*BA01.20-P-1002-01A
*BA01.20-P-1003-01A
3
Drain coolant
  
 At radiator.
AR20.00-P-1142M
4
Close fuel feed hose (1) at the fuel cooler (5)
 Set of plugs
*129589009100
*WH58.30-Z-1001-06A
*WH58.30-Z-1002-06A
5
Detach fuel outlet hose (2)
  
 Clamp
*000589543700
 Set of plugs
*129589009100
*WH58.30-Z-1001-06A
*WH58.30-Z-1002-06A
6
Disconnect coolant return flow hose (4) to 
thermostat housing
 Hose clamp pliers (length 210 mm; 
adjustment range 80 mm)
*WH58.30-Z-1026-02A
7
Unscrew bolts (7) at fuel cooler
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