This comprehensive workshop service and repair manual offers detailed instructions and illustrations for the Mercedes-Benz Typ-124 Limousine, T-Limousine, Coupe, and Cabriolet models produced between 1985 and 1997, encompassing all engine variants from E 200 D to E500. This manual covers all aspects of repair and maintenance, including engine, transmission, chassis, electrical systems, bodywork, and climate control. It provides detailed sub-steps for each repair procedure, along with crucial notes, cautions, and warnings. Numbered instructions guide you through every step, while bold figure numbers help you quickly match illustrations with instructions. Detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos accompany each procedure, ensuring clarity and ease of understanding. Enlarged insets provide a closer look at individual components for precise identification and examination. A numbered table of contents allows for quick and easy navigation, facilitating the efficient retrieval of specific information. This manual also simplifies troubleshooting and repair for the vehicle’s electrical system, combining service procedures with detailed wiring diagrams for user-friendly navigation. The content within this manual is equivalent to what would be used by your local Mercedes-Benz dealer for repairs.

The Mercedes-Benz Typ-124, better known as the W124, was a highly successful and lauded mid-size luxury car produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1984 to 1997. Its popularity and longevity resulted in its evolution into a family of vehicles, encompassing various body styles: the Sedan (W124), the Station Wagon (S124), the Coupe (C124), the Cabriolet (A124), the Coupe with a folding hardtop (F124), and the long-wheelbase Sedan (V124). This diverse lineup, coupled with a range of powerful gasoline and diesel engines, catering to a wide spectrum of customer needs and preferences.

The Typ-124 was renowned for its exceptional build quality, durability, and engineering excellence, solidifying its reputation as a benchmark for safety and reliability. It introduced several innovations, including the first production use of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) in a car, as well as advanced safety features like crumple zones and driver airbags. The W124's success was further cemented by its refined interior design, combining luxury and comfort with practicality and technological sophistication. The advanced suspension system provided a smooth and composed ride, while the spacious cabin offered ample room for passengers and cargo, making the W124 a well-rounded and desirable luxury car. Even today, the W124 remains a highly sought-after classic, admired for its timeless design, enduring quality, and unparalleled driving experience.