Auto Parts Search
1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT MERCEDES-BENZ REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
Learn how to repair a car or truck, install or remove parts, wire an engine, reset warning lights, replace fuel filter, fix auto body and more. Get Automotix DIY!Select Section
- Component Locations
- Wiring Diagrams
- Technical Service Bulletins
- Specifications
- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Automatic Temperature Control Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC) -> 38-pin Data Link Connector (DLC) -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Actual Values -> C43, C230 & C280 -> C43, C230, C280, E55, E300, E320 & E430 -> CL600, S320, S420 & S600 & 1998-99 CL500 & S500 -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Component Diagnosis & Testing -> Diagnostic Test -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Memory -> E55, E300, E320 & E430 -> Electrical Test -> Electrical Tests -> Evaporator & Outside Temperature Sensors -> Function Tests -> Heat Exchanger & Interior Air Temperature Sensors -> Individual Flap Test -> SL500 & SL600 -> Test A -> Test B -> Test C -> Using Hand-Held Tester -> Using Impulse Counter Scan Tool -> Using Temperature Display Window -> Vacuum Tests
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS
Refer to Figs. through for explanations of symbols, connections and steps included in charts.
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Using Impulse Counter Scan Tool
16-Pin Data Link Connector (DLC)
- Connect impulse counter scan tool No. 124-589-19-21-00, or equivalent, ground circuit 31 black wire to socket No. 1, Fig. .
- Connect ignition circuit 15 red wire to socket No. 16.
- Connect yellow wire to diagnostic output socket of system being tested, Fig. .
- LED "U-Bat" must light. If LED does not light, check voltage supply and to...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> C230 -> C280, E300, E320, E430 & SLK230 -> Fixed Caliper Brake Pad, Replace -> Floating Caliper Brake Pad, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS
Floating Caliper Brake Pad, Replace
C230
- Disconnect wear sensor connector.
- On models equipped with cam on housing, remove lower mounting bolt, steady sliding pin and remove floating caliper, securing with suitable hook.
- On all models, inspect boots for damage and replace as required.
- Remove brake pads.
- Remove some brake fluid from reservoir.
- Pull wear sensor out of lining back plate.
- Push piston back using resetting tool No. 000 589 52 43 00, or equivalent.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Clean brake pad contact surface in carrier and cylinder housing.
- On models equip...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES
FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-02 Models w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS
Normal Service
Replace e...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove lefthand crossbrace with reinforcing plate, Fig. .
- Remove complete exhaust system, exhaust shield and tunnel closing panel.
- Disconnect reinforcement bridge.
- Loosen slide connection clamp.
- Remove mounting bolt and nuts, then disconnect front driveshaft from transmission. Flexible disc remains with driveshaft.
- Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear driveshaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains with driveshaft.
- Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable six-inch long, .3974-.4725 inch diameter steel drift.
- Remove i...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS
- Remove engine compartment bottom panel.
- On models equipped with bowl-type alternator,remove viscous fan clutch.
- On all models, remove electrical cables.
- Remove drive belt.
- On models equipped with compact alternator,remove left and righthand torsion bar spring leaf rockers.
- On all models, remove mounting bolts and ...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1994-2002 SL Class
Vehicle: 1998 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...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS
If the Air Bag warning lamp lights and stays on, diagnosis and ...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES
RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS
Lower
- Drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Reposition clamp at radiator and remove hose.
- Reposition clamp at water pump and remove hose.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to i...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 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...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES
COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Electronic Mirror & Steering Column Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
Evaporative Emission Controls Diagram for 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 PARTS/COMPONENTS LOCATION DIAGRAMS!
WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 WIRING DIAGRAMS!
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: Maintenance Systems Overview Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 5.0 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS!
COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 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 1998 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 1998 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 1998 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
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 SPECIFICATIONS DATA!
Shop online for auto body parts, engines, wheels, lights...
More parts |
Get the Complete Technical Service Bulletins! |
Access diagrams and repair information such as wiring diagrams, diagnosis and repair charts, manufacturer service bulletins, and OEM Part numbers of your 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 vehicle. |
Access the Complete guide! |