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1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT MERCEDES-BENZ REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

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Integra

On 1993 models, when replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 2.7 ozs. minus amount drained from old unit.

When replacing other system components add the following amount of new oil: evaporator, 1.0 oz.; condenser, .3 oz.; receiver/drier, .3 oz.; line, .3 oz.

On 1994-95 models, when replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 4.7 ozs. minus amount drained from old unit, but do not add more than 1.7 ozs. of oil.

When replacing other system components add the follo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> ABS Control Unit -> Brake System Bleed -> C220 & C280 -> C220, C280, E300, E320, E420, E500, 190E, 300CE, D, E, SL & TE, 400E, 500E & SL -> Component Replacement -> E300, E320, E420, E500, 190E, 300CE, D, E & TE, 400E & 500E -> E300, E320, E420, E500, 190E, 300CE, D, E, SL & TE, 400E, 500E & SL -> E420, SL320, S320, S350, S420, S500, S600, 300SD, 400SE, 500SEC& SEL, 600SEC & SEL & 1993 300SE -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor -> S320, S350, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500, SL600, 300SD & SL, 400SE, 500SEC, SEL & SL, 600SEC, SEL & SL & 1993 300SE
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Refer to Figs. through when servicing system components.

Brake System Bleed

On 400SE, 500SEL and 600SEL models, master cylinder brake switch over valve must be electrically activated to bleed additional pressure chamber.

With ignition in Off position, empty pressure reservoir at bleeder valve SP, then close valve, Fig. .
Connect suitable pressure bleeder.
Bleed brakes at each wheel, allow about 1 pint (.5 liter) of brake fluid to flow.
Start engine.
Open SP bleeder valve until brake fluid flows clear, with no bubbles.
Close bleeder valve, charging pump will run about 30 seconds.
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Component Locations -> S320, SL320, S420, S430, S500, S600, SL500, SL600 & 1993-92 300SE, 300SL, 400SE, 400SEL, 500SEC, 500SEL, 500SL, 600SEC, 600SEL & 600SL
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Raise vehicle and support.
Unscrew exhaust shielding plate.
On models with 4MATIC, unscrew exhaust shielding plate.
Lift transmission and support.
Unscrew cross bridge.
Unscrew hex, head screws and hex nut and remove rear engine carrier with engine mount.
On all models, loosen propeller shaft clamping nut for approx. two turns without sliding back rubber sleeve (sliding along).
Remove front propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible coupling remains on propeller shaft.
Remove front propeller shaft from transfer case.
Prior to sliding back propeller shaft, loosen vulcanized fitted ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Remove drive belt.
Remove engine compartment paneling.
Remove front noise encapsulation.
Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
Disconnect electrical connections at alternator.
Remove alternator mounting bolts.
Remove torsion bar bracket on left and right frame side me...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1994-2002 SL Class
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

Open the hood.
Pull the up cowl seal.
Remove the cowl cover retaining screws, then detach the three retaining clips.
Re...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Adaptive Dampening System (ADS) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

The Adaptive Dampening System (ADS) warning lamp, will illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the warning lamp is operational. The lamp should go off when the engine is started. If the warning lamp remains on after the engine has been started or while driving the vehicle, a fault in the ADS has been detected. While the fault i...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Remove lower engine compartment cowling, then drain coolant.
Unbolt oil lines of automatic transmission at radiator.
Remove oil line of automatic transmission.
Remove bracket of oil line of automatic ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Remove fan shroud ring and place over fan.
On first versions, proceed as follows:

Loosen adjusting bolt ^1/4-^1/2 turn.
Loosen tensioning nut (turn to left).
Remove drive belt.
Inspect pulley surfaces and replace as required.
Set pointer at marking 1.
Install belt starting at tensioning pulley.
Tighten tensioning nut until setting point...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Relays & Control Units Diagram for 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:

Relay

Anti-Theft Alarm Control Unit

ACC Pushbutton Control Unit

Power Soft Top Hydraulic Unit

Infrared Remote Control Control Unit

Instrument Panel & Center Console Connectors Diagram for 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:

Connector X-20

Connector X-18

Connector X-4

Connector X-6

Connector X-18/3

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Horn/Airbag Clock Spring Contact

1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Left Front Power Window Switch

Right Door Switch

Left Door Switch

Right Front Power Window Switch

Ignition/Starter Switch

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks

Document: Headlamp Color and/or Brightness Difference When Changing Xenon Bulb
Vehicle: 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS

Auto Systems:

Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
Minimum brake lining thickness.
Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Final drive fill & drain plug torques
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1994 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

Airflow sensor electrical specifications
Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
Barometric pressure sensor specs
Battery group number and cranking performance
Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
Engine compression pressures
Coolant temperature sensor specs
Computer advance.
Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
Distributor advance specifications
Ignition pickup coil resistance
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
Engine fastener torque values
Firing order diagrams
Fuel system pressures
Generator (alternator) specs
Intake air temperature sensor specs
Ignition coil specifications
Fuel injector resistance
Engine idle speeds
Knock sensor resistance
Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
Mixture control solenoid resistance
Voltage regulator specs
Spark plug applications & gaps
Starter motor electrical specs.
Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
Throttle position sensor specs
Vacuum sensor valve specs

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