1995 Mercedes-Benz S320 Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 1995 Mercedes-Benz S320 applies to a sedan with four doors, offered in LWB and SWB trims, both powered by a naturally aspirated 3.2L inline-six. The engine runs double overhead camshafts on gasoline. A single engine serves both wheelbase lengths, and the manual covers it along with the brake, suspension, climate and electrical systems for the year.

Engines covered

• 3.2L inline-six — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 4-door sedan

Trims covered

• LWB
• SWB

Known issues on the 1995 S320. NHTSA filed one recall against certain 1995 W140-chassis models: a machining fault left metal debris in the rear axle ABS sensor bore, and loose particles could fool the ABS unit into sensing wheel lock, triggering early rear ABS action and a longer stop. Dealers cleared the debris from the sensor opening. Owners lodged six complaints about the 1995 S320, four concerning the electrical system; 1 complaint reported a fire. NHTSA logged 35 complaints against the 1995 S-Class line, 27 of them electrical. For the ABS, brakes and wiring, the manual supplies diagnostics and wiring diagrams along with procedures, specifications and torque values.