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3VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield)
4Engine number
5Emission control label
6Information label, California version
Vacuum line routing for emission control system
When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle
identification and engine numbers.Layout of poly-V-belt drive
1Automatic belt tensioner
2Crankshaft
3Air conditioner compressor
4Generator (alternator)
5Idler pulley
6Power steering pump
7Coolant pump, fan
4
6
3
5
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Model C 320 (203.264
1)
Engine11 2
Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection
No. of cylinders 6
Bore 3.54 in (89.90 mm)
Stroke 3.30 in (84.00 mm)
Total piston displacement 195.2 cu.in. (3199 cm
3)
Compression ratio 10:1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349 215 hp/5700 rpm
(160 kW/5700 rpm)
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 228 ft.lb/3000 rpm
(310 Nm/3000 rpm)
Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm
Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5
Poly-V-belt 2390 mm
1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
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Rims — Tires Electrical system
We i g h t s Model C 320 (203.264)
Rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset:7J x 16 H2
1.46 in (37 mm)
All season tires:
Radial-ply tires 205/55 R16 91 H
Winter tires:
Radial-ply tires 205/55 R16 91 H M+S
Spare wheel
Rim (steel rim)
Wheel offset:7J x 16 H2
1.46 in (37 mm)
All season tires:
Radial-ply tires 205/55 R16 91 HModel C 320 (203.264)
Generator (alternator) 14 V/120 A
Starter motor 12V/1.7 kW
Battery 12V/100 Ah
Spark plugs
Electrode gap
Tightening torqueBosch F 8 DPER
Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
NGK IFR 5 D 10
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)
Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
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Model C 320 (203.264)
Overall vehicle length 178.9 in (4543 mm)
Overall vehicle width 68.0 in (1728 mm)
Overall vehicle height 57.7 in (1466 mm)
Wheel base 106.9 in (2715 mm)
Track, front 58.8 in (1493 mm)
Track, rear 57.6 in (1464 mm)
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Storage compartment under trunk floor ....................209
Storage compartments and armrests .......................... 194
Storing mirror positions ................................................. 85
Storing seat positions ...................................................... 48
Stowing things in the vehicle ...................................... 307
Sun visors ....................................................................... 193
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ......................... 65
TTailgate .............................................................................. 40
Technical data ................................................................ 365
Tele Aid ........................................................................... 228
Emergency calls ........................................................ 229
Information ................................................................ 233
Initiating an emergency call ................................... 231
Roadside Assistance ................................................. 232
Telephone ........................................................................ 105
Incoming call ............................................................. 109
Redialing .................................................................... 107
Telephone book ......................................................... 105Telephone, general ........................................................ 220
Telephones and two-way radios .................................. 226
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ............................... 227
Tire inflation pressure ................................................. 329
Tool kit ............................................................................. 319
Tow-away alarm ................................................................44
Towing the vehicle ........................................................ 335
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ................................................. 338
Trip computer ..................................................................111
UUnlocking the vehicle with remote control .................33VVanity mirrors ................................................................ 193
Vehicle keys ......................................................................28
Vehicle tools .................................................................... 319
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Service and Literature
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your
vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If your are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle.
For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com.
We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this
Operator’s Manual. Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior
authorization in writing.
Title illustration no. P00.00-3155-26
Press time 10/23/01
GSP/SIP
Printed in GermanyWa r n i n g !
To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. Improper
or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its
equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury.
If you have any question about carrying out some service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
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