Workshop reference library
Mercedes-Benz workshop references, vehicle years & parts paths
Browse published references when available, compare vehicle eras and prepare a clearer parts request before speaking to a supplier or garage.
- Vehicle years covered
- 1982–2026
- References shown
- None yet
- Parts-request paths
- 6 featured
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Available Mercedes-Benz workshop references
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Mercedes-Benz vehicle-year reference index
Reference index · 1982–2026
Mercedes-Benz vehicle-year reference index
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Featured parts-request paths
These are component categories, not model-specific instructions. Confirm the exact system, safety requirements and fitment before ordering or starting work.
- Charging & starting
Alternator replacement
Charge-light on, low cranking voltage or noisy bearing — swap the alternator and re-tension the auxiliary belt.
Open the parts finder - Charging & starting
Starter motor replacement
Hot-start failure, solenoid click or grinding pinion — drop the starter from above or below the bellhousing.
Open the parts finder - Cooling
Water pump & coolant service
Weeping pump, low coolant or impeller noise — replace pump, refresh OAT/G12 coolant and bleed the system.
Open the parts finder - Engine
Timing belt or chain replacement
Mileage-due belt, stretched chain or tensioner rattle — full kit with idler, tensioner and water pump where co-located.
Open the parts finder - Transmission
Clutch kit & DMF
Slipping clutch, judder on pull-away or dual-mass rattle at idle — gearbox-out clutch kit and release-bearing swap.
Open the parts finder - Brakes
Brake discs & pads
Lipped discs, juddering under braking or low-pad warning — axle pair of discs plus matching friction kit.
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