What to do if your Mercedes SL500 breaks?
Lubricating the seals can usually cure the problem; in most cases, the seals do not need replacement. Suspension & Steering • Front thrust arm and control arm bushings can crack and sometimes tear completely.
Are there any common problems with a 2004 SL500?
I’m actively shopping for about a 2004 SL500, and I couldn’t find a “buyer’s guide” or “common problems” kind of post here. For what I’ve read I wouldn’t touch one without a warranty, but are there specific common problems to look out for? Thanks for any advice, and hope to join you regularly soon!
What causes a vibration in a Mercedes SL500?
Drive Train • A vibration felt through the center floor of the vehicle can be caused by driveshaft flex discs, which crack and shred, causing excessive driveshaft movement. Not repairing these can cause damage to the driveshaft center support bearing, or, in the worst case scenario, damage to the transmission or differential.
How long should Mercedes Benz be in service?
Here is the list of the recommended services / checks as suggested by the Mercedes Benz. Service at 10,000 miles /16,000 km or 1 year Service at 20,000 miles / 32,000 km or 2 year Service at 30,000 miles /48,000 km or 3 year Service at 40,000 miles / 64,000 km or 4 year Service at 50,000 miles /80,000 km or 5 year
Are there any problems with the Mercedes SL500?
Check out our Mercedes-Benz SL500 overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently reported complaints with the SL500.
How long does it take to repair a Mercedes SL500?
The Mercedes-Benz SL500 maintenance schedule includes 22 different types of services over the course of 150,000 miles. RepairPal generates both national and local fair price estimates for most service intervals. To get a local estimate for your specific model year, please select a service below.
Is the Mercedes SL Class in the shop?
Tells me car is the shop but car hasn’t returned from the shop. They called me back and offered me another car a mich later car with almost double the mileage. Contact was good.
Here is the list of the recommended services / checks as suggested by the Mercedes Benz. Service at 10,000 miles /16,000 km or 1 year Service at 20,000 miles / 32,000 km or 2 year Service at 30,000 miles /48,000 km or 3 year Service at 40,000 miles / 64,000 km or 4 year Service at 50,000 miles /80,000 km or 5 year