{"product_id":"mercedes-benz-w116-450-se-car-service-manual-1","title":"Mercedes Benz W116 450 SE 1973 1974 1975 1976 Service Manual","description":"This manual covers the 450 SE, chassis code W116, for the production years 1973 through 1976. As the first model designated the S-Class, the W116 represented a significant advancement in luxury sedan engineering, emphasizing safety, comfort, and robust performance. Powered by the M117 4.5-liter V8 engine, known for its smooth operation and reliable power delivery, this vehicle set new benchmarks for its era. Its design philosophy focused on a reinforced passenger cell, advanced braking systems, and stable suspension, reflecting an enduring legacy of engineering excellence and durability.\n\nThis comprehensive workshop service manual provides detailed information essential for the maintenance and repair of your 450 SE. It covers all major systems, including the engine, fuel, ignition, lubrication, exhaust, electrical, transmission, suspension, steering, and braking systems. The manual includes step-by-step procedures for routine maintenance, component disassembly and reassembly, diagnostic troubleshooting, and repair of proprietary components. With factory-level repair and maintenance information, this manual is an invaluable resource for professional automotive technicians and knowledgeable DIY owners seeking to ensure the quality service and proper upkeep of their vehicle.\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; padding: 0; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #2d3748; background: #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n    \n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #0073b1; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0073b1 0%, #004471 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            🏷️ Basic Information\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #0073b1; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0073b1; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Identification\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Make:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Mercedes-Benz\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Model:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            450 SE\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Chassis Code:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            W116\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Applicable Years:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            1973, 1974, 1975, 1976\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #378fe9; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #378fe9 0%, #1e5f99 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            👋 Introduction\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7fa; border-left: 4px solid #378fe9; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1e5f99; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #378fe9; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Market Position\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7fa;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1e5f99; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Target Audience:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Professional automotive technicians and experienced DIY owners of Mercedes-Benz W116 450 SE models.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7fa; border-left: 4px solid #378fe9; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1e5f99; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #378fe9; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Competitive Analysis\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7fa;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1e5f99; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Value Proposition:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Provides factory-level repair and maintenance information to ensure quality service and proper vehicle upkeep, saving on dealership costs.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7fa; border-left: 4px solid #378fe9; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1e5f99; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #378fe9; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Key Features\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7fa;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1e5f99; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Emphasis On Safety:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Highlights safety precautions and the importance of using tools like torque wrenches for critical procedures.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7fa;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1e5f99; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Proprietary Component Instructions:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Includes instructions for proprietary components, aiding in understanding their function and performance.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #1a5490; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1a5490 0%, #0d3d6b 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            📋 Manual Details\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f8; border-left: 4px solid #1a5490; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #1a5490; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Coverage Areas\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Systems Covered:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #666666; background: #f5f5f5; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #d0d0d0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Engine, Fuel System, Ignition System, Lubrication System, Exhaust System, Electrical System, Body, Transmission (including removal\/installation), Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Climate Control, Interior Trim, Bodywork Repair, Diagnostics and Troubleshooting\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f8; border-left: 4px solid #1a5490; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #1a5490; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Page Count\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Estimated Page Count:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #666666; background: #f5f5f5; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #d0d0d0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Comprehensive (exact count not specified, but described as a complete service manual)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f8; border-left: 4px solid #1a5490; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #1a5490; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Manual Type\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Type:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Workshop Service Manual \/ Repair Manual\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f8; border-left: 4px solid #1a5490; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #1a5490; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Language\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Language:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            English\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f8; border-left: 4px solid #1a5490; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #1a5490; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Format\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0d3d6b; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Format:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            PDF Download\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #2867b2; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2867b2 0%, #1a4d80 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            📖 Manual Coverage\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f9; border-left: 4px solid #2867b2; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #2867b2; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Systems Covered\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Engine Mechanics:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Detailed repair and overhaul procedures for the M117 V8 engine.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Fuel System Diagnostics:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Procedures for fuel injection system (Bosch K-Jetronic), fuel pumps, lines, and filters.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Ignition System Service:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Ignition timing, spark plugs, distributor, coil, and related components.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Lubrication System Maintenance:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Oil filter replacement, oil change procedures, oil pressure testing, and pump maintenance.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Exhaust System Repair:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Catalytic converter (if applicable), muffler, exhaust manifold, and pipe repair.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Electrical System Troubleshooting:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Wiring diagrams, component testing, battery, alternator, starter, lighting, and auxiliary systems.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Bodywork And Trim:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Interior and exterior trim removal\/installation, body panel repair, and adjustments.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f9; border-left: 4px solid #2867b2; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #2867b2; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Procedures Included\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Routine Maintenance:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Tune-ups, fluid changes, filter replacements, lubrication, and general servicing.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Disassembly And Reassembly:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Detailed step-by-step instructions for component and system disassembly and reassembly.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Diagnostic Procedures:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #666666; background: #f5f5f5; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #d0d0d0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Troubleshooting guides and diagnostic steps for common and uncommon problems.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Component Replacement:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Instructions for replacing wear items and major components.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Special Tool Identification:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            References to required or recommended Mercedes-Benz special tools with part numbers.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f9; border-left: 4px solid #2867b2; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #2867b2; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Technical Depth\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d80; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Depth Of Information:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #666666; background: #f5f5f5; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #d0d0d0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Covers everything from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission overhauls, suitable for professional technicians and knowledgeable DIY enthusiasts.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #0a66c2; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0a66c2 0%, #004182 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            📊 Manual Specifications\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f9; border-left: 4px solid #0a66c2; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004182; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0a66c2; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        File Format\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004182; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            File Type:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            PDF\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f9; border-left: 4px solid #0a66c2; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004182; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0a66c2; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Print Quality\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004182; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Printability:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #0073b1; background: #e8f4f8; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #b3d9f2; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Yes, printable\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f9; border-left: 4px solid #0a66c2; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004182; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0a66c2; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Binding Type\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004182; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Binding:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #666666; background: #f5f5f5; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #d0d0d0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Digital (Not Applicable)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f5f9; border-left: 4px solid #0a66c2; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004182; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0a66c2; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Paper Type\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f5f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004182; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Paper Quality:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #666666; background: #f5f5f5; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #d0d0d0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Digital (Not Applicable)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #4a90a4; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #4a90a4 0%, #2c5f75 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            ⚙️ Engine Specifications\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7f9; border-left: 4px solid #4a90a4; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #4a90a4; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Primary Engine\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Engine Code:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            M117\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Engine Type:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            V8, SOHC\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7f9; border-left: 4px solid #4a90a4; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #4a90a4; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Performance\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Displacement:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            4.5 Liters (4520 cc)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Bore X Stroke:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            92.0 mm x 85.0 mm (approx.)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Compression Ratio:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            8.0:1 to 9.0:1 (depending on market and year)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Horsepower Output:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 220-230 bhp @ 5000 rpm (SAE Gross, varies by market)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Torque Output:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 270-280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm (SAE Gross, varies by market)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7f9; border-left: 4px solid #4a90a4; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #4a90a4; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Fuel System\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Fuel Delivery:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Bosch K-Jetronic (CIS) Continuous Injection System\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Fuel Type:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Premium Unleaded Gasoline\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7f9; border-left: 4px solid #4a90a4; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #4a90a4; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Lubrication System\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Oil Capacity:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 8.0 Liters (with filter change)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #2c5f75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Recommended Oil Viscosity:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            10W-40 or 10W-50 (refer to manual for specific climate recommendations)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #5a7c8a; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #5a7c8a 0%, #3d5762 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            🔧 Transmission\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f7f8; border-left: 4px solid #5a7c8a; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #5a7c8a; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Standard\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f5f7f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Type:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            3-speed Automatic (BorgWarner DG-300 or Mercedes-Benz 4G-Tronic variant)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f7f8; border-left: 4px solid #5a7c8a; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #5a7c8a; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Optional\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f5f7f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Type:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            4-speed Manual (less common, primarily for earlier models or specific markets)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f7f8; border-left: 4px solid #5a7c8a; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #5a7c8a; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Features\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f5f7f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Automatic Transmission Control:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #666666; background: #f5f5f5; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #d0d0d0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Hydraulic control, often with modes for economy\/sport.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f7f8; border-left: 4px solid #5a7c8a; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #5a7c8a; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Fluid Specifications\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f5f7f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Automatic Transmission Fluid:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            MB Dexron II (or equivalent specification, refer to manual for exact MB part number)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f7f8; border-left: 4px solid #5a7c8a; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #5a7c8a; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Fluid Capacity\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f5f7f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #3d5762; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 2.0-2.5 Liters (for torque converter and cooler, pan drop refill is less)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #1b659d; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1b659d 0%, #0f4471 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            📐 Dimensions\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #1b659d; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #0f4471; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #1b659d; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Exterior\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0f4471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Length:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 5000 mm (196.9 in)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0f4471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Width:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 1800 mm (70.9 in)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0f4471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Height:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 1450 mm (57.1 in)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f2f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #1b659d; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #0f4471; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #1b659d; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Weights\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0f4471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Curb Weight:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 1700-1800 kg (3750-3970 lbs)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #0f4471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Approx. 2200 kg (4850 lbs)\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #2e5984; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2e5984 0%, #1a3c5c 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            🛡️ Safety Features\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #2e5984; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a3c5c; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #2e5984; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Ratings\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a3c5c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Crash Safety Era:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #0073b1; background: #e8f4f8; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #b3d9f2; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Designed to meet safety standards of the 1970s, with significant advancements in passive safety for its time.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #2e5984; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a3c5c; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #2e5984; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Active Features\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a3c5c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Braking System:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Hydraulic disc brakes on all four wheels, often with power assistance and dual-circuit systems.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a3c5c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Suspension Stability:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Independent front suspension (double wishbone) and semi-trailing arm rear suspension for stable handling.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #2e5984; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a3c5c; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #2e5984; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Passive Features\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a3c5c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Body Structure:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Reinforced passenger cell and crumple zones designed for occupant protection.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1a3c5c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Interior Safety:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Collapsible steering column, padded dashboard, and safety glass.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #3b82c4; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #3b82c4 0%, #1f4a75 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            💡 Technology Features\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7f9; border-left: 4px solid #3b82c4; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1f4a75; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #3b82c4; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Infotainment\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1f4a75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Audio System:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Original fitment typically featured an AM\/FM radio, often with a single cassette player. Aftermarket upgrades are common.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7f9; border-left: 4px solid #3b82c4; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1f4a75; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #3b82c4; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Driver Assistance\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1f4a75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Cruise Control:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #0073b1; background: #e8f4f8; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #b3d9f2; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Optional or standard depending on trim and market, a significant technological feature for its era.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f4f7f9; border-left: 4px solid #3b82c4; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #1f4a75; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #3b82c4; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Connectivity\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f4f7f9;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #1f4a75; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Vintage Tech:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #666666; background: #f5f5f5; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #d0d0d0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Focus on mechanical and electrical systems rather than modern digital connectivity; manual covers era-appropriate diagnostics and repairs.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #0077b5; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0077b5 0%, #00405c 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            🔧 Maintenance\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #0077b5; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0077b5; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Service Intervals\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Oil Change Interval:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Typically every 5,000-10,000 km (3,000-6,000 miles) or annually, depending on usage and oil type.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Tune Up Interval:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Spark plugs and ignition points (if applicable) checked\/replaced every 15,000-20,000 km (9,000-12,000 miles).\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Major Service:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Comprehensive check and fluid changes typically every 30,000-50,000 km (18,000-30,000 miles).\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #0077b5; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0077b5; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Fluid Specifications\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Coolant Type:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze\/coolant (Mercedes-Benz specification, typically blue or green).\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Brake Fluid Type:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (refer to manual for exact specification).\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #0077b5; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0077b5; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Known Issues\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #00405c; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Common Problems:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Fuel distributor issues, vacuum line leaks affecting idle and performance, cooling system leaks (especially hoses and radiator), wear in suspension bushings and ball joints, door seal degradation, and potential for rust in common W116 areas (e.g., wheel arches, battery tray).\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #0073b1; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0073b1 0%, #004471 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            📚 Vehicle History\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #0073b1; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0073b1; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Brand Heritage\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Mercedes Benz Legacy:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Reputation for engineering excellence, durability, and luxury, dating back to the late 19th century.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #0073b1; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0073b1; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Model Evolution\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            W116 Introduction:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Introduced in 1972 as the successor to the W108\/W109 series, it was the first Mercedes-Benz model to be officially designated as the 'S-Class'.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            W116 Design Philosophy:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Emphasized safety, comfort, and advanced engineering, setting new benchmarks for luxury sedans.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #0073b1; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0073b1; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Production\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Production Years:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            1972-1980\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Production Variants:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #0073b1; background: #e8f4f8; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #b3d9f2; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Available in 280 S, 280 SE, 350 SE, 450 SE, 450 SEL, 450 SEL 6.9, and later 300 SD (turbo diesel).\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0; margin-bottom: 2px; background: white; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #0073b1; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', 'Roboto', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0073b1 0%, #004471 100%); color: white; padding: 16px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n            🏆 Awards \u0026amp; Recognition\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f6f8; border-left: 4px solid #0073b1; padding: 12px 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 16px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 6px; height: 6px; background: #0073b1; border-radius: 50%; margin-right: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        Recognitions\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f3f6f8;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; color: #004471; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n            Industry Impact:\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            Widely recognized as a benchmark for luxury and safety in its production period, influencing subsequent luxury sedan designs.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Mercedes-benz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43463721582652,"sku":"71678","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/4489\/0428\/files\/71678-mercedes-benz-w116-450-se-1973-1974-1975-1976-service-manual.jpg?v=1756771106","url":"https:\/\/e-manual.com\/fi\/products\/mercedes-benz-w116-450-se-car-service-manual-1","provider":"e-Manual Online Workshop Manuals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}