1995 Mercedes Benz S320FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

General Specifications & VIN Identification

1995 MODEL COVERAGE

MODEL BODY CODE ENGINE ID (1) ENGINE CODE (2) FUEL SYSTEM IGNITION SYSTEM (3)
C220 202.022 111.961 - 2.2L SMB2.2VJGCEK HFM-SFI (4) EI (5)
C280 202.028 104.941 - 2.8L (6) SMB3.6VJGFEK HFM-SFI (4) EI (5)
E300 Diesel 124.131 606.910 - 3.0L SMB3.0VGDAAA EDC (13) N/A
E320 Cabriolet 124.066 104.992 - 3.2L (7) SMB3.6VJGFFA HFM-SFI (4) EI (5)
E320 Coupe 124.052 104.992 - 3.2L (7) SMB3.6VJGFFA HFM-SFI (4) EI (5)
E320 Sedan 124.032 104.992 - 3.2L (7) SMB3.6VJGFFA HFM-SFI (4) EI (5)
E320 Wagon 124.092 104.992 - 3.2L (7) SMB3.6VJGFFA HFM-SFI (4) EI (5)
E420 124.034 119.975 - 4.2L (8) SMB5.0VJGFEA LH-SFI (9) EZL/AKR (10)
S320 Standard Wheelbase 140.032 104.994 - 3.2L (7) SMB3.6VJGFEK HFM-SFI (4) EI (5)
S320 Long Wheelbase 140.033 104.994 - 3.2L (7) SMB3.6VJGFEK HFM-SFI (4) EI (5)
S350 Turbo Diesel 140.134 603.971 - 3.5L (11) SMB3.5V6DARA EDS (12) N/A
S420 Long Wheelbase 140.043 119.971 - 4.2L (8) SMB5.0VJGFEA LH-SFI (9) EZL/AKR (10)
S500 Long Wheelbase 140.051 119.970 - 5.0L SMB5.0VJGFEA LH-SFI (9) EZL/AKR (10)
(1) When ordering replacement parts, use ENGINE ID number.
(2) Identification plate with engine code is attached to radiator crossmember.
(3) Ignition timing is computer-controlled.
(4) Hot Film Management Sequential Fuel Injection (HFM-SFI)
(5) Distributorless Ignition (EI) system.
(6) For certification, 104.941 engine falls into the 3.6L engine family, even if actual engine displacement is 2.8L.
(7) For certification, all 104.99 engines fall into the 3.6L engine family, even if actual engine displacement is 3.2L
(8) For certification, 119.97 and 119.98 engines fall into the 5.0L engine family, even if actual engine displacement 4.2L.
(9) Hot Wire Sequential Fuel Injection (LH-SFI).
(10) Electronic Ignition with Anti-Knock Retard (EZL/AKR).
(11) Turbo Diesel not available in Calif., Massachusetts New York.
(12) Electronic Diesel System (EDS).
(13) Electronic Diesel Control (EDC).
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.