Mercedes-Benz L508 D L608 D L613 D O309 D Operating Instructions Manual

Description

Mercedes-Benz L508 D L608 D L613 D O309 D Operating Instructions Manual

This Mercedes-Benz L508 D L608 D L613 D O309 D Operating Instructions Manual is the complete factory-issued guide for operating and maintaining these Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles. It covers the L 508 D, L 608 D, L 613 D and O 309 D models, with references throughout to the LT 608 D and LF 508 D variants. Whether you own a vintage truck, a bus, a van, or a chassis-cab model from this range, this Mercedes-Benz L508 D L608 D L613 D O309 D operating manual gives you the procedures, specifications and maintenance schedules needed to keep the vehicle running correctly.

File Details

• Manual type: Operating Instructions
• Brand: Mercedes-Benz
• Models covered: L 508 D, L 608 D, L 613 D, O 309 D (also LT 608 D, LF 508 D)
• Engines: 314, 352
• Language: English
• Page count: 135
• File format: PDF
• Document number: ZKD/12.82.4/PVL
• Date: 12.82

Chapters Covered

• 1 Components
  • 1.1 Door control, front
  • 1.2 Instruments – summary
  • 1.3 Indicator lights and switches
  • 1.4 Instrument cluster
  • 1.5 Tachograph
  • 1.6 Battery master switch
  • 1.7 Switch box
  • 1.8 Light switch
  • 1.9 Steering lock
  • 1.10 Combination switch
  • 1.11 Headlight beam control
  • 1.12 Driver’s seat adjustment
  • 1.13 Seat lock – assistant driver’s seat
  • 1.14 Seat belt
  • 1.15 Headrest
  • 1.16 Sliding window
  • 1.17 Heating and ventilation
  • 1.18 Seat heater
  • 1.19 Supplementary heater
  • 1.20 Air conditioning system
  • 1.21 Door control – cargo space
  • 1.22 Rear flap
  • 1.23 Windshield washer system
  • 1.24 Windshield washer system, headlight washer system
  • 1.25 Engine compartment flap
  • 1.26 Engine cover
• 2 Operation
  • 2.1 Preparations for driving
  • 2.2 Starting and shutting off the engine
  • 2.3 Hand brake operation
  • 2.4 Starting the vehicle and shifting gears
  • 2.5 Breaking-in
  • 2.6 Driving and braking
  • 2.7 Trailer
  • 2.8 Dump truck operation
  • 2.9 Winter operation
• 3 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
  • 3.1 Diesel fuels
  • 3.2 Engine oils
  • 3.3 Coolants
  • 3.4 Operating fluids, air conditioner
• 4 The vehicle, service and maintenance
  • 4.1 Engine
  • 4.2 Fuel system
  • 4.3 Cooling system
  • 4.4 Clutch
  • 4.5 Transmission
  • 4.6 Live front axle
  • 4.7 Rear axle
  • 4.8 Steering
  • 4.9 Wheels and tires
  • 4.10 Brake system
  • 4.11 Electrical system
  • 4.12 Air conditioning system
  • 4.13 Chassis and body
  • 4.14 Vehicle cleaning and care
  • 4.15 Preparing the vehicle for storage
  • 4.16 Preparing the vehicle for service after storage
• 5 Troubleshooting
  • 5.1 Engine and fuel system
  • 5.2 Clutch
  • 5.3 Steering
  • 5.4 Brake system
  • 5.5 Electrical system
  • 5.6 Supplementary heater
  • 5.7 Tow-starting and towing the vehicle
• 6 Technical data
  • 6.1 Data card/identification plates
  • 6.2 Weights
  • 6.3 Main dimensions
  • 6.4 Engine
  • 6.5 Cooling system
  • 6.6 Clutch
  • 6.7 Transmission
  • 6.8 Steering system
  • 6.9 Front axle
  • 6.10 Rear axle
  • 6.11 Brake system
  • 6.12 Electrical system
• 7 Tightening torques
• 8 Capacities – summary
• 9 Service and maintenance jobs – summary
• 10 Tire pressure chart

This Mercedes-Benz L508 D L608 D L613 D O309 D Operating Instructions Manual is far more than a quick-start guide. It walks through every control and switch in the cab, explains how to start and shut down the diesel engine in all conditions, covers gear shifting for both manual and automatic transmissions, and details the correct procedures for braking, trailer coupling and dump truck operation. The maintenance section is extensive, covering engine oil and filter changes, fuel system servicing and bleeding, cooling system care, clutch and brake fluid checks, transmission and axle oil levels, steering checks, wheel and tire maintenance, and electrical system care. Troubleshooting charts help diagnose common issues with the engine, fuel system, clutch, steering, brakes, electrical system and supplementary heater. The technical data chapter provides weights, dimensions, engine specifications, transmission ratios, brake system details and electrical system data. Tightening torques and a capacities summary give you the exact figures needed for correct reassembly and fluid filling.

What This Manual Enables You to Do

With this Mercedes-Benz L508 D L608 D L613 D O309 D operating manual on hand, you can confidently perform daily checks and weekly maintenance, understand every warning light and indicator on the instrument panel, correctly operate the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, service the fuel system and bleed it after repairs, adjust valve clearance, check and adjust V-belt tension, maintain the brake system, and prepare the vehicle for winter operation or extended storage. The troubleshooting section alone can save hours of diagnostic time by pointing directly to the likely cause and the corrective action. Whether you are a owner-operator, a fleet mechanic, or a enthusiast restoring a classic Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle, this manual provides the authoritative procedures and specifications you need.

Why Correct Procedures and Specifications Matter

Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles of this era are robust and long-lived, but they require correct maintenance to stay reliable. Using the wrong engine oil viscosity, incorrect coolant mixture, or improper bleeding procedures can lead to premature wear, overheating, or brake failure. This Mercedes-Benz L508 D L608 D L613 D O309 D workshop manual gives you the exact SAE grades, antifreeze mixing ratios, tightening torques, valve clearances, and fluid capacities that the factory specified. Following these procedures protects your investment and helps ensure the vehicle remains roadworthy and safe.

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