MODEL COVERAGE

MODEL

BODY CODE

ENGINE ID ⁽¹⁾

FUEL SYSTEM

IGNITION SYSTEM ⁽²⁾

C230

202.023

111.974 (2.3L)

ME-SFI ⁽³⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

C280

202.029

112.920 (2.8L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

C43

202.033

113.944 (4.3L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

CL500

140.070

119.980 (5.0L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁶⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

CLK320

208.365

112.940 (3.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

E300 Turbo Diesel

210.025

606.962 (3.0L)

EDC ⁽⁷⁾

N/A

E320 (Sedan)

210.065

112.941 (3.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

E320 (Sedan 4-Matic)

210.082

112.941 (3.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

E320 (Wagon)

210.265

112.941 (3.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

E320 (Wagon 4-Matic)

210.282

112.941 (3.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

E430

210.070

113.940 (4.3L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

ML320

163.154

112.942 (3.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

S320 (Standard Wheelbase)

140.032

104.994 (3.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽³⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

S320 (Long Wheelbase)

140.033

104.994 (3.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽³⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

S420 (Long Wheelbase)

140.043

119.981 (4.2L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

S500 (Long Wheelbase)

140.051

119.980 (5.0L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

SL500

129.067

119.982 (5.0L)

ME-SFI ⁽⁵⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

SLK230

170.447

111.973 (2.3L) ⁽⁸⁾

ME-SFI ⁽³⁾

EI ⁽⁴⁾

⁽¹⁾	When ordering replacement parts, use ENGINE ID number.

⁽²⁾	Ignition timing is computer controlled.

⁽³⁾	Motor Electronics Sequential Fuel Injection (ME-SFI) (version 2.1).

⁽⁴⁾	Distributorless Ignition (EI) system.

⁽⁵⁾	Motor Electronics Sequential Fuel Injection (ME-SFI) (version 2.0).

⁽⁶⁾	Motor Electronics Sequential Fuel Injection (ME-SFI) (version 1.0).

⁽⁷⁾	Mercedes-Benz Electronic Diesel Control (EDC)

⁽⁸⁾	Engine is equipped with an intercooled supercharger.

Fig 1: VIN Definition

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.

Safety Warning

Model Coverage: Notes

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic