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2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 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
- 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2001-02 -> Refrigerant Recovery
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS
R-134a systems require the use of special service equipment designed specifically for R-134a systems. R-12 servicing equipment cannot be used on R-134a systems.
R-12 recovery stations cannot be used on R-134a systems. A separate recovery station must be used on R-134a systems. The refrigerants are not compatible and will contaminate the R-12 recovery station.
The use of refrigerant recovery and recycling stations allows the recovery and reuse of refrigerant after contaminants and moisture have been removed.
When using a recovery or recycling station...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Fixed -> Floating -> Front -> Inspection -> Rear
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS
Front
Fixed
Disassemble
- Press off dust cap
- Insert 1.1025 inches thick metal segment (brake disc section) into fixed caliper and carefully force pistons out against stop with compressed air.
- Remove piston using piston-turning pliers tool No. 000 589 50 37 00, or equivalent.
- Remove piston seal from groove in cylinder bore.
Inspection
- If piston is stuck or there are scores or rusted bores, replace complete caliper.
- Remove deposits on piston with soft brass wire brush or rough cloth only. If there is noticeable damage to chrome plating, replace piston.
- Inspect pistons and bores in fixed calip...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except 2003-06 E320 & E500 Sedans Less 4 Matic & 2004-06 E Series w/Gasoline Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS
Fuel System Pressure Relief
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental fuel spray.
After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.
- Ensure t...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS
- 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 propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible disc remains with propeller shaft.
- Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear propeller shaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains with propeller shaft.
- Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable six-inch long, .3974-.4725 inch diameter steel drift.
- Remove intermed...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS
- Release cooling system pressure.
- Remove engine compartment bottom panel.
- Remove electrical cables.
- Remove drive belt.
- Disconnect controller connecting lever rod.
- Remove ATF line mounting bolt.
- On models equipped with compact alternator,remove left and righthand torsion bar spring leaf rockers.
- On all models, remove mounting ...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1994-2002 SL Class
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Brake Assist System (BAS)/Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR) Or Brake Assist System (BAS)/Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS
The Brake Assist System (BAS)/Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR) or Brake Assist System (BAS)/Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 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 has come on while driving the vehicle, a fault in the BAS, ASR or ESP h...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS
- Remove engine compartment panels.
- Remove paneling on left below bumper.
- Drain radiator coolant into suitable container.
- Remove fan shroud.
- Remove right air intake pipe to air filter.
- Disconnect ATF lines at radiator. Plug and seal lines and openings.
- Disconnect coolant hoses.
- Pull off hood seal.
- Remove plastic cover.
- Disconnect ATF...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS
- Loosen tensioning puller with suitable wrench as far as stop.
- Remove drive belt.
- Insta...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Engine Compartment Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS Components on diagram: |
Beneath Vehicle, Side of Engine Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: Maintenance Systems Overview Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 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 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 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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