How long does a Mercedes SL Battery last?

Re Dales question these batteries in the SL do need charging more than any other car, a good battery may only stay up from 7 to 10/14 days. The early cars pull so much and take ages to shut down and go to sleep.

What kind of battery charger do I need for my 2003 SL?

I picked up a CTEK 3300 for my 2003 SL and hooked it up today. I installed the set of battery cables that connect directly to the battery terminals. Very convenient when I want to disconnect and go. I just draped the cable out the back of the trunk lid to the right with the charger itself outside on the floor of the garage.

Is the SL500 R230 consumer battery charging?

SL500 R230 Consumer Battery Charging. Hi all. I installed a new consumers battery into the boot of my SL about a year ago as the original would never tolerate the car being left unused for that long (a week) or thereabouts before I would be informed the consumers were offline.

What happens if battery goes bad on SL500?

Costco are pretty good in researching what they sell BTW. All lead acid batteries of whatever construction last MAX 5 years. Be warned a battery going faulty on the SL500 usually causes an alternator failure which in turn blows a SAM. Yes, exactly. Leave them both hooked up and in the car. It charges the rear and front batteries at the same time!

How are batteries linked in a Mercedes Benz?

Both batteries are ‘linked’ right enough thru the alternator/battery management system. Eg if your starter battery is low enough that the door locks don’t open & you have to use the flat key then both batteries are used to start the car. Supposed to be to stop you being stranded.

Can a car battery be charged in the trunk?

As many know, the consumer battery in the trunk has a problem of staying charged up after the car sits for a few days. I had this problem, and after much research, decided to buy a CTEK 7002 charger, since it was much cheaper than a new battery. Prior to hooking up the CTEK, I measured the voltage of the battery, and it was quite low.

How do you put a new battery in a Mercedes?

Battery installation procedure is the opposite of removal. Lower the new battery in the battery tray. Install the battery bracket. Clean battery post using a battery terminal cleaner. Connect the positive battery terminal first. Connect the negative battery terminal last. 2. How to perform Sync Procedure after Mercedes Battery Replacement

How often should I replace the battery in my Mercedes SL500?

Replace the battery in your 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8 once every 4 years for optimal performance. Watch this free video to see how to replace a dead battery in your 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8

What should I do about my 1998 Mercedes SL500?

1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8 Dealing with minor transmission fluid leaks Transmissions that leak fluid usually have never been flushed and the seal is finally leaking. The right stop leak product can cure a lot 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8 Change a rear blinker

How do you change the radio on a Mercedes SL500?

In some SL500s, you may need to re-enter a security code to get your radio to work again. Check for this code in your owners manual – it will usually be either a sticker or small card in the booklet.

Can you change the battery on a Mercedes Benz for free?

If you can’t find it, call Mercedes-Benz and they will give you the code for free. In many Mercedes-Benzs, the transmission “learns” how you drive over time and makes adjustments, so you may experience altered driving dynamics as your car re-learns your driving style after changing the battery.

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