Service and repair manuals for 18 model years of the Mercedes-Benz E500, 1994 to 2017. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, DOHC · 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC · 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC · 4.7L V8 — 285 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 3 recalls, 214 owner complaints and 444 technical service bulletins are logged for the E500. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your E500 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $40.99 | 3 | 4.7L V8 | CGI Coupe 2-Door · CGI Convertible 2-Door | details → |
| 2016 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8; 4.7L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 2015 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8; 4.7L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 2014 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8; 4.7L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 2013 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8; 4.7L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 2012 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8; 4.7L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 2011 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 2010 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 2009 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2008 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2007 | $40.99 | — | 5.5L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2006 | $40.99 | — | 5.0L V8 | 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2005 | $40.99 | — | 5.0L V8 | 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2004 | $40.99 | — | 5.0L V8 | 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2003 | $40.99 | — | 5.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2002 | $40.99 | — | 5.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 1997 | $40.99 | — | 5.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 1994 | $40.99 | — | 5.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2006 E500 manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 260
- Engine Performance 2,610
- Accessories & Equipment 6,911
- General Information 1,982
- Body & Frame 2,108
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 193
- Brakes 409
- Maintenance 112
- Collision 393
- Restraints 836
- Drivelines & Axles 596
- Steering 486
- Electrical 2,510
- Suspension 912
- Engine Mechanical 2,085
- Transmission 593
- Common Specs & Procedures - 211
- Specifications Index 211
04 / Other yearsOther E500 years
2016 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 4.7L V8 — 285 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2016 E500. 1 complaints · 0 TSBs.
2015 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC; 4.7L V8 — 285 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2015 E500. 2 complaints · 0 TSBs.
2014 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC; 4.7L V8 — 285 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2014 E500. 20 complaints · 0 TSBs.
2013 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC; 4.7L V8 — 285 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2013 E500. 22 complaints · 0 TSBs.
2012 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC; 4.7L V8 — 285 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2012 E500. 22 complaints · 0 TSBs.
2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2011 E500. 66 complaints · 0 TSBs.
2010 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2010 E500. 78 complaints · 0 TSBs.
2009 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2009 E500. 0 complaints · 76 TSBs.
2008 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2008 E500. 0 complaints · 49 TSBs.
2007 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2007 E500. 0 complaints · 60 TSBs.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2006 E500. 0 complaints · 76 TSBs.
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2005 E500. 0 complaints · 67 TSBs.
2004 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2004 E500. 0 complaints · 60 TSBs.
2003 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2003 E500. 0 complaints · 56 TSBs.
2002 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2002 E500.
1997 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1997 E500.
1994 Mercedes-Benz E500 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1994 E500.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore E500 manual | $40.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the E500 manual
Which E500 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1994 to 2017 — 18 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Mercedes-Benz E500 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the E500, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include E500 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every E500 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover E500 recalls?
3 recalls are on federal record across the 1994–2017 E500, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Mercedes-Benz dealers.
Why do some E500 years cost more?
Every E500 year is $40.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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