Check All Visible Parts In Engine Compartment For Damage And Fluid Loss - AP00.20-P-0055E

Model 213, 238, 253 (except 253.99), 257, 290 

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on engine 274.9 in model 253.346 

	Risk of death  when working on component parts and systems with U >= 30 V alternating voltage (AC) or U >= 60 V direct voltage (DC)	Do not touch damaged or defective live component parts and lines or non-insulated electrical connections and lines.	AS00.00-Z-0035-01A
	Risk of injury.  Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects.	Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary.	AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
	Risk of injury  from engine start by remote start function	Prior to starting work, open engine hood, do not reach into rotation range or hazard area of freely rotating parts, wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes	AS00.00-Z-0024-01A
	Risk of injury  due to fan starting unexpectedly	Do not reach into the rotation or hazard area of the fan. Wear closed and close-fitting work clothes.	AS20.40-Z-0001-01A
	Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts	Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts. Deburr repair panels.	AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Notice	General information on vehicles with high-voltage on-board electrical system and/or lithium-ion battery and/or gaseous-fuel drive system as well as personal protective equipment		AH00.00-Z-0300-01A
Notice	Notes on battery		AH54.10-P-0001-01A
	Notes on evaluating leakages		AH00.00-P-0011-01KOA
	Remove
1	Remove left rear engine compartment trim (3).
2	Remove engine cover (1).	Model 213, 238, 253 (except 253.99), 257, 290
		Engine 177 in model 213	AR01.10-P-2405MNE
		Engine 256 in model 257	AR01.10-P-2405MSA
		Engine 654 in model 213, 238	AR01.10-P-2405OLC
		Model 290 with engine 177	AP01.10-P-2405-01E
		Model 290 with engine 256.9	AP01.10-P-2405-01F
3	Remove right rear engine compartment trim (2).
	Check
4	Check visible systems, component parts, lines and hoses in engine compartment for crack formation, damage, corrosion, correct mounting, correct routing and fluid loss.	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 Hood catch, Hood hinges and dampers, Brake system, Steering, Wheel wells Upper suspension strut mount, Suspension lines and sensors, Engine and mounted major assemblies, Cooling system, Heater and A/C system, Body reinforcements, Exhaust system, Exhaust aftertreatment, Heat shields, Fuel system, Electrical components. If problems are determined, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
5	Check visible systems, component parts, lines and hoses in engine compartment for crack formation, damage, corrosion, correct mounting, correct routing and fluid loss.	Equipment-dependent. If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 Inerting system, 48 V components, Hybrid components, Stationary heater. If problems are determined, ↓ rectify the problems. After obtaining special order.
6	Check visible body panels, major assembly carriers and body reinforcements for crack formation, damage, deformation and corrosion.	If necessary, use commercially available devices/tools.  Swiveling inspection mirror with lighting, comparable to inspection mirror Hazet 1977-1 If problems are determined, ↓ proceed in accordance with the country-specific regulations for mobility and body shell complaints.
7	Check visible systems, component parts, lines, hoses, body panels, major assembly carriers and body reinforcements in engine compartment at underside of vehicle for crack formation, damage, deformation, corrosion, correct mounting, correct routing and fluid loss.	Model 213, 238, 257, 290	AP00.20-P-0054I
		Model 253 (except 253.99)	AP00.20-P-0054G
	Install
8	Install left rear engine compartment trim (3).
9	Install engine cover (1).	Model 213, 238, 253 (except 253.99), 257, 290
		Engine 177 in model 213	AR01.10-P-2405MNE
		Engine 256 in model 257	AR01.10-P-2405MSA
		Engine 654 in model 213, 238	AR01.10-P-2405OLC
		Model 290 with engine 177	AP01.10-P-2405-01E
		Model 290 with engine 256.9	AP01.10-P-2405-01F