Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Imported Cars & Trucks: MERCEDES-BENZ
2006 BMW M5SECTION MERCEDES-BENZ
NOTE:
This table provides a quick reference for self-diagnostic connector locations, when available from manufacturer, that ARE NOT
located at the lower left side of the dash, as mandated in 1996 by the Federal government.
MERCEDES-BENZ - IMPORTED CARS & TRUCKS
| Application | Connector Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| C-Class (1994) | On Right Rear Of Engine Compartment | ||
| E-Class | |||
| 1994-97 | On Right Rear Of Engine Compartment | ||
| G-Class | Under Left Side Of Dash, Behind Cover | ||
| ML-Class | Under Left Side Of Dash, Behind Cover | ||
| S-Class | |||
| 140 Platform (1994-99) | On Right Rear Of Engine Compartment | ||
| 190 Series | |||
| 1986-87 | On Left Rear Of Engine Compartment | ||
| 1988-93 | |||
| All Models | In Engine Compartment, On Left Front Fender | ||
| California (OBD) | On Right Side Of Firewall, Near Battery | ||
| 1994 | On Right Rear Of Engine Compartment | ||
| 260E | |||
| 1987 | On Left Front Fender Apron, Next To Ignition Control Module | ||
| 1988-89 | |||
| All Models | In Engine Compartment, On Left Front Fender | ||
| California (OBD) | On Right Side Of Firewall, Near Battery | ||
| 300 Series | |||
| 1986-87 | On Left Front Fender Apron, Next To Ignition Control Module | ||
| 1988-92 | |||
| All Models | In Engine Compartment, On Left Front Fender | ||
| California (OBD) | On Right Side Of Firewall, Near Battery | ||
| 1993 | |||
| Except 300E | Left Fender Apron | ||
| 300E | Right Rear Corner Of Engine Compartment | ||
| 1994-95 (All Models) | On Right Rear Of Engine Compartment | ||
| 400 & 500 Series | |||
| 1993 | |||
| 12-Pin Connector | On Rear Of Left Front Inner Fender Panel | ||
| 38-Pin (Impulse Readout) | In Module Box, On Right Rear Of Engine Compartment | ||
| 1994-95 | On Right Rear Of Engine Compartment | ||
| 420SEL & 560 Series (Except 2.2L) | |||
| 1986-89 | |||
| All Models | In Engine Compartment, On Left Front Fender | ||
| California (OBD) | On Right Side Of Firewall, Near Battery | ||
| 1990-91 | In Engine Compartment, On Left Front Fender | ||
| 560 Series (2.2L) | On Lower Left Side Of Engine Connector | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.