Mercedes-Benz S (W116, 1972-1980) and R/C 107: manuals

Mercedes-Benz 350 SL, 450 SE, 450SEL, 450 SL, 450 SLC (107 + 116) - 3.5 and 4.5 liter V8 (1971-1980) (USA)

Haynes Repair Manual on the Mercedes-Benz models:
- 450 SE and 450 SEL saloon (W116)
- 350 SL and 450 SL Roadster (R107)
- 450 SLC Coupé (C107).

Gasoline engines: V8 - 3.5 (3499 cc, M-116) and 4.5 (4520 cc, M-117).

Model years: 1971-1980.

This Haynes guide on the Mercedes-Benz 350 and 450 models from 1971-1980 provides photos and detailed step-by-step instructions for maintaining and fixing the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also addresses issues related to cooling, air conditioning, the fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Furthermore, it includes guidance for tasks involving the remaining vehicle components such as the automatic transmission (gearchange mechanism + removal and installation), propshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior and electrical system.

• Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams for easy reference.

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Mercedes-Benz 280 S, 280 SE, 350 SE, 450 SE, 450 SEL (W116) (bis 8/1979)

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Mercedes-Benz 280 S, 280 SE, 350 SE, 450 SE and 450 SEL (series W116).

Production years: until 8/1979.

This Bucheli repair manual on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 280, 350 and 450 provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.

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Mercedes-Benz SL - 280 SL/SLC, 350 SL/SLC, 450 SL/SLC (ab 4/1971)

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Mercedes-Benz 280 SL, 280 SLC, 350 SL, 350 SLC, 450 SL and 450 SLC (Series 107).

Petrol engines:
- 6 cylinders - 2.8 L (2746 cc, engine code M110.986)
- V8 - 3.5 L (3499 cc, M116.984) and 4.5 L (4520 cc, M117.985).

Production years: since 4/1971.

This Bucheli repair manual on the Mercedes-Benz 280, 350 and 450 SL / SLC convertible- and coupémodels provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.

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Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse (W116) - 280 S, 280 SE, 350 SE, 450 SE, 450 SEL (1972-1979)

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (series W116).

Versions: 280 S, 280 SE, 350 SE, 450 SE and 450 SEL.

Petrol engines:
- 6 cylinders - 2.8 L (118 kW/160 hp, carburettor, engine code 110.922)
- 6 cylinders - 2.8 L (125 kW/170pk, injection, 110.983)
- V8 - 3.5 L (147 kW/200 hp, injection, 116.983)
- V8 - 4.5 L (165 kW/225 hp, injection, 117.983).

Production years: 1972-1979.

This Bucheli repair manual on the Mercedes-Benz 280S, 280SE, 350SE, 450SE and 450SEL provides detailed instructions for work on the 6-cylinder and V8 petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.

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Mercedes-Benz Coupes, Sedans, Wagons - 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 126 and 201 Series (1974-1984)

Chilton Repair Manual on the US and Canadian models of the Mercedes-Benz cars:
- 190 D and 190 E (W201, 1984)
- 230 (W115 and W123, 1974-1978)
- 240 D (W115 and W123, 1974-1983)
- 280 and 280 C (W114, 1973-1976)
- 280 E and 280 CE (W123, 1977-1981)
- 280 S and 280 SE (W116, 1975-1980)
- 280 S/8, 280 SE/8, 280 SEC
- 300 D (W115 and W123, 1975-1984)
- 300 CD (W123, 1978-84)
- 300 SD (W116 and W126, 1978-1984), 300 TD (W123, 1979-1980)
- 380 SEL and 380 SE (W126, 1981-1984)
- 380 SL and 380 SLC (W107, 1981-1984)
- 350 SEC (W126, 1982-1983)
- 450 SE and 450 SEL (W116, 1973-1980)
- 450 SL and 450 SLC (W107, 1973-1980)
- 500 SEC and 500 SEL (W126, 1984)
- 6.9 (W116, 1978-1979).

Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.3 L (2299 cc, engine code 102.961)
- 4 cylinders - 2.3 L (2307 cc, 115.951 and 115.954)
- 6 cylinders - 2.8 L (2746 cc, 110.921, 110.922, 110.984 and 110.985)
- V8 - 3.8 L (3839 cc, 116.960, 116.961 and 116.963)
- V8 - 4.5 L (4520 cc, 117.982, 117.983, 117.985 and 117.986)
- V8 - 5.0 L (4973 cc, 117.963)
- V8 - 6.9 L (6834 cc, 100.985).

Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.2 L (2197 cc, 601.921)
- 4 cylinders - 2.4 L (2404 cc, 616.912 and 616.916)
- 5 cylinders - 3.0 L (2998 cc, 617.912/617.950, 617.951, 617.952 and 617.953 turbodiesel)
- 5 cylinders - 3.0 L (3005 cc, 617.910).

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