1987 Mercedes-Benz L1117 Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 1987 Mercedes-Benz L1117 lists two diesel engines: a 5.7L six-cylinder of 346 cubic inches and a turbocharged 6.0L inline-six of 364 cubic inches. The data pairs them with one body, a short conventional straight truck, and one trim, Base. Procedures, specifications and torque values are given for each engine as well as for the truck around it.

Engines covered

• 5.7L six-cylinder (346 cu in) — diesel
• 6.0L inline-six (364 cu in) — turbocharged, diesel

Body styles covered

• straight truck, short conventional

Trims covered

• Base

Known issues on the 1987 L1117. With two diesel engines on the 1987 L1117, the first job is knowing which one is in the truck: the 5.7L six-cylinder or the turbocharged 6.0L inline-six. This manual gives procedures, specifications and torque values for both engines, including fuel injection and cooling. Wiring diagrams and diagnostics cover the electrical system of the short conventional cab.