What kind of engine does a 1998 Mercedes SL500 have?
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What should I do if my Mercedes SL500 engine light is on?
Fix your minor leaks 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8 Clean the gunk off of your battery If your battery has green or white cruddy deposits, it is probably not getting enough juice from and will likely wear out sooner 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8 Checking the windshield washer fluid
When did the Mercedes Benz 500SL come out?
For the U.S. market, the R129 was sold with two different DOHC inline-sixes, two different V-8s, and a V-12. Each model had its charms, but our favorite was the 500SL (a.k.a. the SL500 after Mercedes switched its naming scheme in 1994) with the M119 V-8. Sold between 1990 and 1998, this DOHC 5.0-liter was ultrahigh tech for its day.
When did Mercedes Benz stop making the 300 SL?
For the original 1954–1963 300 SL (W198 model range), see Mercedes-Benz 300 SL. The Mercedes-Benz R129 SL is a roadster which was produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1989 until 2001. The R129 replaced the R107 in 1989 and was in its turn replaced by the R230 SL-Class in 2002 for the 2003 model year.
How many horsepower does a Mercedes SL500 have?
This dwarfs BMW’s 12 cylinder 5.0l engine (1989 – 1994) which only has 296 HP and 332 ft-lbs of torque. The SL500 accelerates smoothly and brutally at any speed.
For the U.S. market, the R129 was sold with two different DOHC inline-sixes, two different V-8s, and a V-12. Each model had its charms, but our favorite was the 500SL (a.k.a. the SL500 after Mercedes switched its naming scheme in 1994) with the M119 V-8. Sold between 1990 and 1998, this DOHC 5.0-liter was ultrahigh tech for its day.
How did the Mercedes SL500 get its name?
The SL name started as the 300SL (W198) in 1954. It was based on the 300SL race car which had gull wing doors to satisfy the race requirements to have functional doors. Since it had a tubular frame the doors had to open up, instead of out. It had a straight six.
What was the Mercedes Benz SL in 1990?
The R129-generation Mercedes-Benz SL debuted for the 1990 model year to tremendous pent-up demand. Its predecessor, the R107, had languished in production for 18 long years, and the new model was a quantum leap in design, engineering, safety, and performance.
Where can I find the Mercedes Fault code?
Any of the scanners listed above can read and clear the Check Engine / Service Engine Fault Codes. The codes above are retrieved by plugging a diagnostic scanner into the OBD-II port located under the dash, and scanning for fault codes. Location of OBD II port used to retrieve Mercedes-Benz fault codes.
What does check engine light on SL500 mean?
A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500. In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
What are the diagnostic pins on a Mercedes SL R129?
The first being either through an 8 pin (X92) or 16 pin (X11/4) square block fastened to the bulkhead. There were actually only14 diagnostic pins on some 16 pin X11/4 models as slot 2 was a small momentary push button and slot 4 was a small red LED used to read out fault codes flashes.
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8 Plug the oil leak If you are leaking oil and parking on your oil spots each night, the oil is breaking down your tires’ rubber 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8 See all videos for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500
A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500. In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
Any of the scanners listed above can read and clear the Check Engine / Service Engine Fault Codes. The codes above are retrieved by plugging a diagnostic scanner into the OBD-II port located under the dash, and scanning for fault codes. Location of OBD II port used to retrieve Mercedes-Benz fault codes.