Mercedes-Benz 280SE (1968 - 1972)

Complete coverage for your vehicle
Written from hands-on experience gained from the complete strip-down and rebuild of a Mercedes-Benz 280SE, Haynes can help you understand, care for and repair your Mercedes-Benz 280SE. We do it ourselves to help you do-it-yourself, and whatever your mechanical ability, the practical step-by-step explanations, linked to over 900 photos, will help you get the job done right. Regular servicing and maintenance of your Mercedes-Benz 280SE can help maintain its resale value, save you money, and make it safer to drive.
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What's covered
Mercedes-Benz 230, 250 & 280 Series 1968-1972
Rear wheel drive
Series – 230, 250, 280 (W108, W111, W113, W114)
Body – Sedan, Coupe, Roadster. Chassis
Engine –
Petrol: 2292cc (model 230/8) (M180), 2496cc (250/8 250SE 250SL 250CE) (M114), 2778cc (280SL) (M130) SOHC 6-cylinder
Petrol: 250/8 250C 280S/8 (M130V), 280SE/8 280SEL/8, 280SL/8 (M130E) SOHC 6-cylinder
PLEASE NOTE that this manual is intended for vehicles built to UK specifications. Although it is useful when the products or systems are similar to those in other markets, there may still be significant differences, especially in areas concerned with safety and emission control.
Does not cover diesel engines
Table of contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: Engine
Chapter 2: Cooling system
Chapter 3: Carburetion; fuel, exhaust and emission control systems
Chapter 4: Ignition system
Chapter 5: Clutch
Chapter 6: Transmission
Chapter 7: Propeller shaft
Chapter 8: Rear axle
Chapter 9: Braking system
Chapter 10: Electrical system
Chapter 11: Suspension and steering
Chapter 12: Bodywork and fittings
Wiring Diagrams