The service and repair manual for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R350 — the 3.5L V6 engine, 2 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC |
| Trims | 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door |
| Federal record | 1 recall · 48 complaints · 57 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 2008 R350 manual






03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 260
- Engine Performance 1,242
- Accessories & Equipment 1,784
- General Information 1,762
- Body & Frame 1,123
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 152
- Brakes 86
- Maintenance 91
- Collision 188
- Restraints 651
- Drivelines & Axles 238
- Steering 180
- Electrical 1,724
- Suspension 310
- Engine Mechanical 1,024
- Transmission 135
- Common Specs & Procedures - 251
- Specifications Index 251
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 2008 R350
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic — power assist › vacuum · 22V315000Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 48 complaints and Mercedes-Benz has issued 57 technical service bulletins for the 2008 R350. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 2008 R350 manual
Is this manual specific to the 2008 R350?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 2008 model year, covering the 3.5L V6 across the 4Matic Wagon 4-Door, Base Wagon 4-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for this year.
What 2008 R350 problems does it help with?
1 recall is on federal record for the 2008 R350, covering service brakes, hydraulic. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Mercedes-Benz dealers.
Does it include 2008 R350 wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 2008 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $40.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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