2019 Mercedes-Benz C Class Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, And Photos

2019 Mercedes-Benz C Class Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, And Photos

Last year marked a serious refresh for the entire lineup. The four-cylinder engine is back in the U.S. C Class family, while new V-6 engines are smoother and sweeter than ever. With the base C 250 models you get a turbo-charged, direct-injected 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, rated at 201 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque. This engine is fuel-efficient and fun, and it actually feels quicker than the previous V-6 C 300 (its official 7.1 seconds to 60 mph is the same). The C250 is available only in rear-wheel drive, with a seven-speed automatic transmission changing gears. In the middle, the C 300 4Matic models get their motivation from a V-6 and are again offered with a seven-speed automatic. For 2013 they drop the previous engine in favor of a 248-hp version of Mercedes' new-generation 3.5-liter 60-degree V-6, which has direct injection. The C 350 gets a 302-hp version of this same smooth 3.5-liter engine, making 273 pound-feet of torque.

At 5.9-seconds to 60 mph, it's quick, but not shockingly so. Like its stablemates, the rear-drive C 350 is available only with a seven-speed automatic transmission. Up at the top of the lineup stands the C 63 AMG Coupe, which can get to 60 mph in a very brisk 4.4 seconds thanks to a 451-horsepowe, 443-pound-foot 6.2-liter V-8 engine. It's not all about straight-line performance, however, with a highly tuned suspension that raises the C 63's performance to something on par with the class benchmark, the BMW M3. As for the rest of the C Class models, expect the driving feel to be quite engaging, yet with the straight-line stability and refinement that distinguish most of the models in the M-B lineup. The C250, in particular, punches above its weight in this regard thanks to a lighter, more nimble feeling. C350 models feel like fast, no-compromise touring sedans or grand-touring coupes.

Cleaning & Inspection Use brake vacuum cleaner to clear asbestos dust from assembly and check condition of linings and components. Disc brake rotor inside diameter is 160 m.m. 1. To install reverse procedure, lubricate all adjuster components and sliding surfaces of backing plate with silicone brake grease. 2. Return adjuster to position and install on shoes with adjusting wheel facing 45 degrees forward diagonal swing axle or 90 degrees forward diagonal swing axle with starting torque compensation. 3. Attach hold down springs and retainers and return springs, install disc and adjust parking brake. Removal Diesel Only While holding lock nuts loosen vacuum lines from pump, detach hex head mount screws from crankcase and remove vacuum pump and gasket. Piston type vacuum pump screw connector is provided with oil retention valve, when pump is stopped and vacuum is available, valve prevents engine oil from entering power brake unit. Installation Install vacuum pump with new gasket to crankcase, the new gasket thickness is 2 m.m.

Connect vacuum lines and test for proper operation. 1. Loosen upper radiator hose and drain some coolant and remove the fan radiator shell and power steering pump belt. 2. Loosen vacuum lines from pump; remove hex head mount screws from crankcase remove vacuum pump with toothed intermediate sleeve and gasket. 1. Clean sealing surfaces and install pump with new gasket to crankcase and ensure intermediate sleeve and pump locating pins are properly seated in crankcase. 2. Connect vacuum lines to pump, install belt radiator shell, fan and hose, check pump for proper operation. Remove caliper from vehicle and place piece of wood in front of piston, gradually apply compressed air into fluid inlet remove piston and remove dust boot from piston and piston seal from caliper bore. 1. Wash parts in alcohol or brake fluid and air dry, inspect caliper bore and piston for scoring scratches or rust, standard front brake caliper bore inside diameter is 60 m.m..