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Mercedes-Benz Service Manual V-8 Engines M116.96 (4.2-ltr.), M117.96 (5.6-ltr.)
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Workshop manual for Mercedes-Benz V-8 M116.96 4.2-liter and M117.96 5.6-liter engines
Provides official service information for diagnosis, inspection, disassembly, measurement, adjustment, assembly, and repair of Mercedes-Benz M116.96 and M117.96 V-8 engines used in W107 and W126 vehicles built between 1986 and 1991. Because it focuses on the 4.2- and 5.6-liter versions, this edition is especially useful for the final stage of the M116/M117 family.
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- Factory manual for M116.96 and M117.96 engines
- Includes technical data, identification, compression, leak testing, and CIS-E system
- Contains tables, procedures, special tools, and original technical illustrations
- Especially useful for repair, maintenance, and restoration
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Mercedes-Benz Service Manual V-8 Engines M 116.96 (4.2 ltr.), M 117.96 (5.6 ltr.) | PDF
Workshop edition focused on the final phase of the Mercedes-Benz M116/M117 V-8 family, with specific coverage for M116.96 4.2-liter and M117.96 5.6-liter variants.
This edition covers the final stage of the Mercedes-Benz M116/M117 family and is aimed at the lightweight alloy V-8 engines used in W107 and W126 models between the mid-1980s and the early 1990s. Because it focuses on the 4.2- and 5.6-liter versions, it is especially useful for diagnosis, maintenance, repair, and restoration work on the most evolved versions of this classic Mercedes-Benz V-8 line.
Unlike the previous 3.8 and 5.0-liter manual and the first 3.5 and 4.5-liter edition, this PDF focuses on the final phase of the family, with primary coverage for engines 116.965, 117.967, and 117.968. It includes inspection, disassembly, measurement, machining, assembly, and adjustment procedures, along with technical tables, tightening torques, special tools, and service illustrations.
If you would like to see the complete organization of the material, the Full Index tab lists the groups and operations included in this edition.
Main topics covered in the Mercedes-Benz V-8 M116.96 4.2 and M117.96 5.6 engine manual
- General data, engine identification, and technical specifications
- Crankcase, cylinder head, and removal and installation procedures
- Crankshaft assembly, connecting rods, pistons, seals, and flywheel
- Valve timing, valves, camshafts, and timing chain
- Mechanical/electronic CIS-E gasoline injection system
- Air cleaner and belt drive
- Intake and exhaust manifolds
- Engine electrical system
- Lubrication and cooling
- Engine mounts and throttle control
- Fuel system
- Exhaust system
Mercedes-Benz models identified in this edition with the M116.96 4.2-liter engine:
W107 series: 420 SL
W126 series: 420 SE, 420 SEL, and 420 SEC
Mercedes-Benz models identified in this edition with the M117.96 5.6-liter engine:
W107 series: 560 SL
W126 series: 560 SE, 560 SEL, and 560 SEC
Important clarification: this edition covers the final stage of the Mercedes-Benz V-8 M116/M117 family and is especially relevant to the 4.2- and 5.6-liter variants. In addition to the main applications highlighted above, the manual itself also includes technical surveys covering different 420 and 560 models from the W107 and W126 series, making it a particularly valuable reference for diagnosis, maintenance, repair, and restoration work within this late evolution of the Mercedes-Benz V-8 range.
This publication corresponds to the workshop manual for Mercedes-Benz V-8 M116.96 4.2 and M117.96 5.6 engines. If you are looking for documentation for the earlier 3.5 and 4.5-liter variants, or for the intermediate 3.8 and 5.0-liter stage, a different edition applies. Before buying, the best approach is to verify the exact engine code installed in the vehicle and review the Complete Index tab. The file is supplied in PDF format with bookmarks for chapter navigation, preserves the original technical content, and can be consulted from a PC, tablet, or smartphone, while also allowing you to print only the pages needed for each job.
Item details:
- Format: PDF
- Language: English
- Pages: 678
- File size: 87.8 MB
- Delivery method: Download link
Frequently asked questions about the Mercedes-Benz M116.96 4.2 and M117.96 5.6 engine manual
How can I tell whether this M116.96 / M117.96 manual is the right one before buying?
The safest way is to check the exact engine code installed in the vehicle. This edition focuses on 116.965, 117.967, and 117.968 variants, corresponding to the final stage of the Mercedes-Benz M116/M117 family.
Is this PDF only for 420 and 560 models?
Those are the main versions this edition is positioned around. However, the manual itself also includes technical surveys and references covering the late evolution of this V-8 family, so it can also provide useful information for work on other closely related variants, always checking compatibility by engine code first.
Does it include internal engine procedures or only basic maintenance tasks?
It includes much more than basic maintenance. The content covers crankcase and cylinder head work, compression testing, leak testing, crankshaft assembly, pistons, valves, timing chain, lubrication system service, and other deeper repair procedures.
Does it cover the CIS-E injection system?
Yes. The technical groups included cover the CIS-E gasoline injection system, along with inspection and service procedures that are especially useful on the more advanced Mercedes-Benz V-8 engines from this period.
How does it differ from the other M116/M117 manuals on the site?
It differs because it focuses on the final stage of the family. It does not cover the early 3.5 and 4.5-liter variants or the intermediate 3.8 and 5.0-liter phase, but rather the final 4.2- and 5.6-liter configurations used mainly in W107 and W126 models between 1986 and 1991.
Is it a good reference for serious restoration and maintenance?
Yes. Because of its level of detail, technical tables, workshop procedures, and original illustrations, it is a very useful reference for properly preserving, repairing, and restoring Mercedes-Benz V-8 models from the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Mercedes-Benz V-8 M116.96 4.2 and M117.96 5.6 Engines Manual | Index
This index lists the main sections and job numbers included in the Mercedes-Benz Service Manual V-8 Engines M 116.96 (4.2 ltr.), M 117.96 (5.6 ltr.).
Entries are presented according to the original technical structure and numbering of the manual.
00 General, Technical Data
- 00-005 Instructions for use of service manual
- 00-010 Engine and vehicle identification
- 00-015 Vehicle identification number locations
- 00-020 Technical data
01 Crankcase and cylinder head
- 01-001 Engine and model survey
- 01-010 Checking compression pressure
- 01-015 Checking cylinders for leaks
- 01-020 Evaluating cylinder bores
- 01-030 Removal and installation of engine (oil capacity)
- 01-040 Engine breathing system - operation
- 01-112 Measuring, honing and silicon-lapping cylinder bores
- 01-120 Machining crankcase mating surface
- 01-122 Reconditioning of threaded bores for cylinder head bolts
- 01-124 Reconditioning threaded bores for intermediate flange and transmission mounting
- 01-126 Coolant preheater in crankcase (installation instruction)
- 01-210 Removal and installation of timing case cover
- 01-220 Installation and centering of intermediate flange
- 01-222 Removal and installation of end cover
- 01-310 Removal and installation of oil pan
- 01-415 Removal and installation of cylinder head
- 01-418 Facing cylinder head mating surface
- 01-420 Pressure-testing cylinder head
03 Crankshaft assembly
- 03-310 Checking, renewing and tightening connecting rod bolts
- 03-313 Reconditioning and squaring connecting rods
- 03-316 Removal and installation of pistons
- 03-317 Renewal of piston rings
- 03-318 Checking and reconditioning of crankshaft
- 03-320 Mounting of crankshaft
- 03-324 Replacing front crankshaft radial sealing ring
- 03-327 Replacing rear crankshaft radial sealing ring
- 03-342 Removal and installation of hub, vibration damper and V-belt pulley
- 03-345 Checking and correcting adjustment of TDC transmitter
- 03-410 Removal and installation of driven plates
- 03-430 Renewing ring gear
05 Engine timing, valves
- 05-211 Checking and replacing hydraulic valve clearance compensating elements
- 05-213 Checking and correcting basic position of hydraulic valve clearance compensating elements
- 05-215 Checking and adjusting camshaft timing
- 05-220 Removal and installation of camshafts
- 05-225 Grinding camshaft bearing journals
- 05-230 Removal and installation of rocker arms
- 05-250 Removal and installation of valve springs
- 05-260 Checking valve springs and valve spring preload
- 05-270 Replacing valve stem seals
- 05-280 Checking and machining valves
- 05-285 Checking, replacing valve guides
- 05-290 Replacing valve seat rings
- 05-291 Machining valve seats
- 05-293 Decoking valves
- 05-310 Removal and installation of chain tensioner
- 05-320 Replacing timing chain
- 05-330 Removal and installation of tension rail
- 05-340 Removal and installation of slide rails
- 05-434 Removal and installation of intermediate gear for distributor drive
- 05-440 Removal and installation of return sprocket
07.3 Mechanically/electronically controlled gasoline injection system (CIS-E)
- 07.3-001 Additional Designations for Models and Components
- 07.3-002 Model and components Survey
- 07.3-004 Vehicle Characteristics
- 07.3-005 Influencing Parameters of Mechanical/Electronic Mixture Adaptation
- 07.3-009 Influencing Parameters of Idle Speed Control
- 07.3-013 Engines 116, 117 with Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Air Injection
- 07.3-105 Testing on/off ratio
- 07.3-110 Testing, adjusting engine
- 07.3-112 Testing electronic idle speed control
- 07.3-120 Testing fuel pressures and internal leakage
- 07.3-121 Testing electrical components of CIS-E injection system
- 07.3-124 Testing starting device
- 07.3-126 Testing starting valve control
- 07.3-127 Performing cold start
- 07.3-128 Electrical wiring diagrams
- 07.3-130 Checking fuel pump
- 07.3-135 Checking injection valves
- 07.3-152 Checking, renewing throttle valve switch
- 07.3-160 Conducting fuel quantity comparative measurement
- 07.3-165 Checking fuel pump relay
- 07.3-167 Checking kickdown switch
- 07.3-205 Removal, reinstallation of fuel distributor
- 07.3-207 Renewing sealing ring for control piston
- 07.3-215 Removal, reinstallation of injection valves
- 07.3-216 Removal, reinstallation of insulating sleeve
- 07.3-220 Renewing air flow sensor
- 07.3-225 Removal, reinstallation of mixture control unit
- 07.3-230 Removal, reinstallation of throttle assembly
- 07.3-245 Renewing, centering sensor plate and checking and adjusting zero position of sensor plate
- 07.3-250 Removal, reinstallation of CIS-E control unit
- 07.3-251 Removal, reinstallation of idle speed control unit
- 07.3-255 Renewing electrohydraulic adjusting element
- 07.3-258 Renewing oxygen sensor
- 07.3-268 Renewing rubber buffer of fuel pump assembly
- 07.3-269 Removal, reinstallation of fuel pump assembly
- 07.3-270 Removal, reinstallation of fuel accumulator
- 07.3-275 Removal, reinstallation of fuel filter
- 07.3-280 Removal, reinstallation of fuel pump
- 07.3-285 Renewing check valve for fuel pump
09 Air cleaner
- 09-400 Removal, reinstallation of air cleaner
- 09-402 Renewing intake scoop
13 Belt drive
- 13-335 Instructions concerning V-belt replacement and tensioning
- 13-340 Replacing and tensioning V-belt
14 Intake manifold, exhaust manifold
- 14-001 Identification features
- 14-050 Function of emission control system
- 14-116 Checking oxygen sensor failure indicator
- 14-200 Removal, reinstallation of catalytic converter
- 14-250 Removal, reinstallation of air pump
- 14-260 Removal, reinstallation of electromagnetic clutch
- 14-450 Removal, reinstallation of intake manifold, renewing gaskets
- 14-455 Renewing intake manifold (intake manifold removed)
- 14-470 Removal, reinstallation of exhaust manifold
- 14-471 Renewing transverse pipe
- 14-472 Survey exhaust manifolds
- 14-475 Checking exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
- 14-478 Checking air injection
- 14-487 General instructions for vehicles with catalytic converter
15 Electrical system, engine
- 15-505 Instructions regarding work on breakerless transistorized ignition system
- 15-510 Function of electronic system with electronic timing adjustment (EZL)
- 15-515 Testing ignition timing
- 15-525 Analyzing oscilloscope images
- 15-530 Renewing spark plugs
- 15-535 Removing and installing high voltage distributor
- 15-540 Testing electronic ignition system with electronic timing adjustment (EZL)
18 Engine lubrication
- 18-005 Oil circuit
- 18-010 Oil pressure, valves in oil circuit, oil filter and thermostat (model 126)
- 18-110 Removal and installation of oil filter
- 18-210 Removal and installation of oil pump
- 18-215 Removal and installation of oil pressure relief valve
- 18-220 Checking oil level indication
- 18-230 Removal and installation of oil level transmitter
20 Engine cooling
- 20-005 Coolant circuit and engine cooling
- 20-010 Draining and filling-in of coolant - anti freeze table
- 20-015 Cleaning cooling and heating system
- 20-110 Removal and installation of coolant thermostat
- 20-210 Removal and installation of coolant pump
- 20-220 Reconditioning of coolant pump
- 20-225 Sealing coolant pump
- 20-320 Viscofan clutch
- 20-420 Removal and installation of radiator
- 20-425 Repairing radiator
- 20-430 Checking expansion tank cap
22 Engine mounts
- 22-211 Removal and installation of front engine mount
- 22-212 Removal and installation of rear engine mount
- 22-240 Removal and installation of engine shock absorber
30 Throttle control
- 30-300 Checking, adjusting accelerator control
- 30-310 Removing and installing engine longitudinal control shaft
- 30-320 Removing and installing, adjusting firewall accelerator control shaft
- 30-330 Removing and installing, renewing accelerator pedal
- 30-335 Greasing accelerator control linkage and shafts
- 30-350 Design and function of electronic accelerator
- 30-355 Instructions for test and repair work
- 30-360 ABS/ASR and electronic accelerator input test
- 30-365 Testing electronic accelerator
- 30-370 Testing cruise control (vehicles with ASR)
47 Fuel system
- 47-010 Function of fuel tank with steadying bowl
- 47-020 Function of fuel gauge sending unit
- 47-030 Function of fuel tank venting
- 47-100 Removing and installing fuel tank
- 47-110 Removing and installing fuel expansion tank (Model 107)
- 47-120 Removing and installing fuel gauge sending unit
- 47-200 Function of fuel evaporation control system
- 47-300 Checking fuel evaporation control system
- 47-400 Function of fuel cooler
49 Exhaust system
- 49-100 Removing and installing exhaust system
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