Is the Mercedes Benz 500 SEL lighter than the 450SEL?
The 500SEL which we tried is actually 11 cm. longer than its predecessor, the 450SEL, but thanks to painstaking research and extensive use of high tensile sheet steel and light alloys, it has a 14% lower drag coefficient and is appreciably lighter than the car it replaces.
Is the seat adjustable on the Mercedes 500SEL?
Our road test 500SEL was equipped with electrically adjustable seats all-round, activated by “seat shaped” controls at the forward end of the door panels. And when Mercedes-Benz say adjustable, that’s precisely what they mean.
How much does a Mercedes Benz 500 SEL weigh?
The 500SEL weighs in at 3,649 pounds, but its four-wheel disc brakes are truly up to the job of stopping it in a hurry from speeds upwards of 125 m.p.h.
Why is the speedometer on my Mercedes not working?
An instrument cluster ain’t cheap!! Upon checking further—-all four speed sensors would have to fail for the speedo IC computer to read “0”. Additionally the traction control modules are the modules that provide the rpm data for the IC via the CAN. Therefore it could mean that the data is not getting to the IC.
The 500SEL which we tried is actually 11 cm. longer than its predecessor, the 450SEL, but thanks to painstaking research and extensive use of high tensile sheet steel and light alloys, it has a 14% lower drag coefficient and is appreciably lighter than the car it replaces.
Our road test 500SEL was equipped with electrically adjustable seats all-round, activated by “seat shaped” controls at the forward end of the door panels. And when Mercedes-Benz say adjustable, that’s precisely what they mean.
The 500SEL weighs in at 3,649 pounds, but its four-wheel disc brakes are truly up to the job of stopping it in a hurry from speeds upwards of 125 m.p.h.
Is the Mercedes-Benz 500 a good car?
Over the past couple of decades, we at Motor Sport have consistently praised the merits of Mercedes-Benz products and their level of appeal has been raised to such heights that it’s rather difficult to see where improvements can be made.
Over the past couple of decades, we at Motor Sport have consistently praised the merits of Mercedes-Benz products and their level of appeal has been raised to such heights that it’s rather difficult to see where improvements can be made.
How does the ASR Anti Slip reglierung system work?
Effective use of the ASR Anti Slip Reglierung system enables a driver to address the reduction of fuel supply to the cylinders, shut down throttle and even activate boost control solenoid to reduce engine power.
What kind of gas does a Mercedes Benz use?
Some Mercedes-Benz models before 1980 require gasoline that is leaded and has an octane rating of 97 to 100. Be sure to put the correct gas in older vehicles because they do not have computer devices that sense the incorrect fuel entering the engine.
How many horsepower does a Mercedes Benz W126 500 SEL have?
The Mercedes Benz W126 500 SEL has a V 8, Petrol engine with 4973 cm3 / 303.5 cu-in capacity. How many horsepower (hp) does a 1987 Mercedes Benz W126 500 SEL have? The 1987 Mercedes Benz W126 500 SEL has 252 PS / 249 bhp / 185 kW.
How does the oil level sensor work on a Mercedes Benz?
The engine oil levels in the oil level sensor (S43) and in the oil sump are balanced through the bore (c). The bore (c) is opened or closed by a bimetal snap plate (8). The bimetal snap plate (8) opens from an engine oil temperature of 60 – 70 °C and closes at an engine oil temperature of 30 – 40 °C .
Where can I get a Mercedes Benz oil light?
Here is the Sender you need>> Mercedes R129 W140 URO Sender Unit With 2-Pin Connectors 0095420817 | eBay << , you probably find it even cheaper by a couple of bucks ,not worst the effort .
Is the oil pressure sensor about oil level?
Chris, it is not about oil pressure sensor, it is about oil level sensor, is that right? to replace the latter one must remove oil sump. Chris, it is not about oil pressure sensor, it is about oil level sensor, is that right? to replace the latter one must remove oil sump.
Where is the oil pick up sensor located?
That sensor is a thru block mounted connection. The actual sensor is located in the pan connected to the oil pick up unit. on the passenger side of the block there will be a small single prong plug mounted in thru the block just above the mid-pan/block mating surface. thats the plug for the sensor. Check to make sure the connection/wiring is ok.
What causes rough idle and low rpm at startup?
You start the engine cold and it will hardly run. It runs rough and idles very low and will even quit a few times. You may also notice that your ABS light comes on. After the engine warms up idle speed will increase and the engine may smooth out (although acceleration may have some hesitation until the engine gets real hot.