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  • Page 2 See last page deceleration • have all maintenance work per­ formed at regular intervals by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop- and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly country.
  • Page 3 Owner's Manual 560 SL Model 107 1988...
  • Page 4 Printed in Germ any W e reserve th e righ t to m odify th e te c h n ic a l d e ta ils of th e v e h ic le as given in th e d a ta a n d illustrations of th is O w n e r’s M a n u a l (s.e .e .o .).
  • Page 5 Your MERCEDES-BENZ represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, we ask you to make a small investment of your time: •...
  • Page 6 Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment Roadside Assistance described. Therefore, you may find explanations of Although your Mercedes-Benz is built to be as equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have trouble-free as possible, a Roadside Assistance...
  • Page 7 If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in readily available. the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for deliv­ Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet. ery in Europe under our European Delivery Program.
  • Page 8 If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Owner’s Manual, your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Owner’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are im­...
  • Page 9 Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine, Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Index...
  • Page 10 Check Regularly and The First 1500 km (1000 Miles) Before a Long Trip Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, is not recommended to brake the See page 108 the more satisfied you will be with vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Instruments and Controls, Starting the Engine, Driving Instructions, Service and Maintenance Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamp Symbols Catalytic Converter Cautions Starting and Turning off the Engine Driving Instructions MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System...

  • Page 12: Instruments And Controls

    Rear window defroster switch (page 43) Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see specified pages. Automatic antenna switch (page 56) Adjustable air outlets (page 22) Front dome lamps switch (page 44) Slide lever for adjustable air outlets (page 22) Radio (page 49) Parking brake release knob (page 58) Air recirculation switch (page 22)

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    1902 Instrument Cluster Main odometer Trip odometer Turn signal indicator lamp, left (green) Dimmer knob for instrument lamps Economical driving indicator. See page 66 (rotate to vary intensity) Coolant temperature gauge. See page 64 Knob for clock adjustment Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). (press in for adjustments) See page 64 Electric clock...

  • Page 15: Indicator Lamp Symbols

    Fluid level for windshield Indicator Lamp Symbols washer system low. Function Indicator Lamp See page 64 High beam Exterior light failure. See page 64 Warning Lamps ABS malfunction. See page 62 (must go out with the engine running) Battery not being charged. See page 63 SRS malfunction.

  • Page 16: Catalytic Converter Cautions

    Catalytic Converter Cautions Caution! Warning! To prevent damage to the catalytic As with any vehicle, do not idle, Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped converters, use only premium park or operate this vehicle in with monolithic catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction unleaded gasoline in this vehicle.

  • Page 17: Starting And Turning Off The Engine

    (— 13° F), we recommend that a high (e.g. after hard driving on block heater be installed. Your mountain roads), do not shut off authorized MERCEDES-BENZ the engine immediately, allow it to dealer will advise you on this run for 1-2 minutes at increased subject.

  • Page 18: Driving Instructions

    When driving down long and steep Have the brake system inspected knob out before releasing the grades, relieve the brakes by shift­ at an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ parking brake completely. This ing into “3”, “2” or “B”. This helps dealer without delay.
  • Page 19 Warning! Tire traction Do not allow your tires to wear The safe speed on a wet, snow down too far. With less than covered or icy road is always lower 3 mm ('/s in) of tread, the adhe­ than on a dry road. sion properties on a wet road are You should pay particular attention sharply reduced.
  • Page 20 Increased pedal force may become Winter Driving Instructions Parking necessary to produce the normal The most important rule for slippery Warning! brake effect. We therefore recom­ or icy roads is to drive sensibly and mend depressing the brake pedal To reduce the risk of personal in­ to avoid abrupt acceleration, brak­...

  • Page 21: Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System

    MERCEDES-BENZ. Do not mix Engine: Oil change with filter change different types of brake fluids. Routine Maintenance every 6000 km (3750 miles)
  • Page 23 Operation Automatic Climate Control Car Keys Opening the Doors Locking and Unlocking of Doors Central Locking System Anti-Theft Alarm System Seat Adjustment Heated Seats Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning Retractors, Driver Air Bag Steering Lock Exterior Lamp Switch Combination Switch Exterior Rear View Mirrors Inside Rear View Mirror...

  • Page 24: Automatic Climate Control

    For maximum operating efficiency, keep windows closed, the soft top raised or the hard top mounted. Heating, cooling and air distribution within the vehicle’s interior will be automatically controlled. This is accomplished with the temperature selector (1), the pushbuttons (2) and the fan control buttons (3).
  • Page 25 Air Recirculation Temperature Selection (° C) ■ 9 Pressing the symbol-side of the air recirculation The desired temperature can be adjusted by turning the temperature selector. The selected switch causes air to be recirculated without addi­ tional fresh air and the red indicator lamp to light temperature is reached as quickly as possible up.
  • Page 26 EC (ECONOMY) = Economical setting; the air conditioning compressor remains off. In the remaining three settings, the air conditioning compressor comes on with ambient temperatures above +5° C (41° F). As a fuel saving measure, we recommend this setting be used with cool outside temperatures, so that the air conditioning compressor remains off.
  • Page 27 Multi-Level This setting is used for clearing a fogged wind- As soon as the windshield is clear, reset to In the heating mode, warm air is supplied to the windshield, foot area, air outlets (7), and to the ducts in the doors. Additionally, warm air may be emitted periodically from outlets (5), depending on the interior temperature.
  • Page 28 e r a Defrost The maximum amount of heated air is directed to the windshield and side windows (outlets, 7). This setting overrides temperature and fan speed settings, and the air recirculation switch.

  • Page 29: Car Keys

    This key replacement keys can only be should be used whenever the car obtained via your authorized is left with an attendant. Be sure to MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. lock glove compartment and trunk with the master key. Warning! Flat Key...

  • Page 30: Opening The Doors

    The driver’s door can be locked only if it is closed and the door lock has properly engaged. Opening the Doors Locking and Unlocking of Doors From outside: pull handle (1) From the outside: turn key. outwards. From the inside: actuate locking From inside: pull handle (4) in door lever.

  • Page 31: Central Locking System

    Central Locking System The central locking system can be The trunk can remain locked while engaged from the driver- and the central locking system is un­ The entire vehicle may be locked or passenger-side door locking lever, locked (e.g. while driving or when unlocked with the central locking provided the driver’s door is com­...

  • Page 32: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately Do not give the master key to an 150 seconds in the form of blinking unauthorized person. We recom­ The anti-theft alarm can be armed exterior lamps. At the same time an mend that you carry the flat key or disarmed with the master key, additional horn will sound intermit­...

  • Page 33: Seat Adjustment

    Warning! Caution! Do not adjust the driver’s seat Do not remove head restraints while driving. Adjusting the seat except when mounting seat covers. while driving could cause the For this purpose refer to “Practical driver to lose control of the Hints”, page 90.

  • Page 34: Heated Seats

    Turning off heater: Heated Seats If one indicator lamp is on, press in The heaters can be switched on upper part of switch, position 1. with the key in steering lock posi­ tion If both indicator lamps are on, press in lower part of switch, posi­ Heater operation: tion 2.

  • Page 35: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)-Seat Belts, Emergency Tensioning Retractors, Driver Air Bag

    Seat Belt Warning System: Unfastening: The indicator is illuminated for 4 - • Push in the red button (3) in the 8 seconds after turning the key to belt buckle. steering lock position 2. If the seat • The retractor should completely belt of the driver’s seat is not fas­...
  • Page 36 In cases of less severe frontal • Infants and small children impacts, roll-overs, side or rear should be seated in a properly collisions, or other accidents secured child or infant restraint without severe frontal forces, the system, which is properly se­ emergency tensioning retractors cured by a lap belt or lap belt will not be activated.
  • Page 37 nues to monitor the components and circuitry of the “SRS” and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again: The following system components are monitored or undergo a self­ check: crash-sensor, air bag igni­ tion circuit, driver and front passen­ ger seat belt buckles.
  • Page 38 The driver authorized MERCEDES-BENZ accident must be replaced and should always wear the seat belt, dealer at that time and replaced...
  • Page 39 Improper work on the system, Infant and Child Restraint Systems Warning! including incorrect installation Mercedes-Benz of North America Infants and small children should and removal, can lead to recommends that all infants and never be held on the lap, nor...

  • Page 40: Steering Lock

    Notes: Steering Lock The following items can be operat­ 0 Steering is locked when the key ed with the key in steering lock po­ is withdrawn and the steering sition 1: lock is engaged. The key can be withdrawn only in position 0. Wiper, windshield washer, head­...

  • Page 41: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Exterior Lamp Switch Notes: With the key removed and the 0 Off-position driver’s door open, a warning 1 Parking lamps (includes side buzzer sounds if the vehicle’s exte­ marker lamps, taillamps, license rior lamps are not switched off plate lamps, instrument panel (except standing lamps).

  • Page 42: Combination Switch

    Note: If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster rate than normal. In addition, the lamp failure indicator will come on. If the windshield wipers smear the windshield, even during rain, acti­ vate the washer system as often as necessary.

  • Page 43: Exterior Rear View Mirrors

    Exterior Rear View Mirrors Caution! Inside Rear View Mirror The exterior mirrors have electri­ Objects in mirror are closer than The mirror can be tilted to the anti­ cally heated glass. The heater they appear. glare night position by means of switches on and off automatically, the lever at its lower edge.

  • Page 44: Lighter

    Vanity mirror: Sun Visors Lighter With the visor engaged in its inner Turn key in steering lock to position Swing sun visors down to protect mounting, the lamp can be against sun glare. 1 or 2. switched on by opening the cover. Push in lighter;...

  • Page 45: Rear Window Defroster

    Note: If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously, or the The rear window defroster uses a battery is only partially charged, it large amount of power. To keep the is possible that the defroster will battery drain to a minimum, turn off automatically turn itself off.

  • Page 46: Interior Lamps

    Interior Lamps Power Windows The switch for the front dome The power windows can only be lamps has 3 positions. operated with the key in steering lock position 2. Position 1: the lamps are switched on and off (delayed, however, there will be no delay when the key is in steering lock position 2) by the door contact switches.

  • Page 47: Soft Top

    1. Unlock rear bow (2) and com­ partment cover (3) by rotating lever (1) to position C. Lever will automatically return to position B. If the rear bow cannot be raised with lever in this position, move lever (10) to position E. 2.
  • Page 48 9904 8. Close top storage compartment 3. While pulling top down tighten 6. Guide the top into its storage framework by turning locks (4) cover, making sure that both compartment (5). outwards. Remove locking sides (9) are locked. To avoid curling the edges of handles.
  • Page 49 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer, although header bar and behind the doors this can be carried out by 2 per­ (11). Put locking handles back into sons.
  • Page 50 The soft top may become moldy if it is kept enclosed in the storage compartment for an extended period. Unfold and air it thoroughly (do not expose to the sun) at regular intervals during the wet and cold seasons. Attaching hardtop: 3.

  • Page 51: Electronic Radio

    16 Dolby B and C noise reduction with indicators* |2ES 17 Tape equalization with indica­ 18 Cassette eject 19 Cassette door To turn the radio ON Press “ON” side o ffE ^ H lS lb u tto n . cator (displayed only when bal­ Electronic Radio The radio will begin operating on ance function is activated)
  • Page 52 To adjust the tone characteristic Volume adjustment Bass and treble can be adjusted independently. To reduce volume, press the volume control button downward; To set the radio to a “flat” tone setting (bass and treble aUnid-range to increase volume, press the but­ setting), briefly press both tone control buttons 0 | and Q | simulta­...
  • Page 53 To select AM or FM Scan tuning Tuning sensitivity button Press any of the buttons Switch to AM or FM, then press the By pressing the tuning sensitivity marked J Q through QJJ1 to tune scan tuning bar to automati­ button 1 1 once or twice, you can the radio to the FM bana.
  • Page 54 Manual tuning Direct frequency tuning (For fine tuning a station or manual In order to select a station with a known frequency, select the wave band tuning) (AM or FM), press the function control button Q and then enter the fre­ quency by pressing the corresponding pushbuttons.
  • Page 55 To store stations in memory Stereo reception In the event that it is important to listen to a weak station ot to a Any FM station can be stored on The stereo indicator EB313 lights strong station that is masked by any button marked U U through up if a stereo program in the AM or terrain-induced noise or interfer­...
  • Page 56 Forward music search/fast forward Reverse music search/rewind TAPE CASSETTE PLAYBACK To engage the forward music To engage the reverse music Cassette player operation search feature, press the reverse search feature, press the fo rw a rd _ _ It is recommended to use only high music search/fast forward button BSD music search/rewind button quality cassettes with a playback...
  • Page 57 Press the MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. tape equalization buttonEE only Cassette tapes should be properly when playing Chromium dioxide stored when not in use.
  • Page 58 The height of the antenna can be Automatic Antenna adjusted to any intermediate posi­ The antenna switch can be actuated tion by actuating the antenna with the radio switched on. switch: • If the antenna switch is engaged • If the antenna switch is in the in the “max”...
  • Page 59 Driving Parking Brake Automatic Transmission Cruise Control ABS (Antilock Brake System) Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp 63 Brake Warning Lamp Charge Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Gauge Low Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp Exterior Light Failure Indicator Lamp Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Coolant Temperature Gauge Low Engine Coolant Level Indicator Lamp...

  • Page 60: Parking Brake

    Test the brakes briefly after driving Automatic Transmission off. Perform this procedure only The automatic transmission selects when the road is clear of other individual gears automatically, traffic. depending upon selector lever Warm up the engine smoothly. Do position, vehicle speed and accele­ not place full load on the engine rator position.
  • Page 61 P” Parking lock. “D” Drive. The parking lock is an addi­ Automatic upshifting to top tional safeguard to the parking gear. Position “D” affords opti­ brake when parking the vehicle. mum driving characteristics Engage only with the car under all normal operating stopped.
  • Page 62 Maneuvering Stopping Important! To maneuver in tight areas, e.g. For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, Do not exceed the engine speed leave the transmission engaged when pulling into a parking space, limits for individual gear selections, control the car speed by gradually and control vehicle with the service which are indicated by marks on brake.

  • Page 63: Cruise Control

    The speed can be increased (e.g. Note: for passing) by using the accelera­ If the engine does not brake the tor. As soon as the accelerator is vehicle sufficiently while driving on released, the previously set speed a downgrade, the speed you set on will be resumed automatically.

  • Page 64: Abs (Antilock Brake System)

    We re­ hazardous road conditions, and it commend that you visit an autho­ functions as a reminder to take rized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as extra care while driving. soon as possible to have the sys­ tem checked.

  • Page 65: Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp

    If the indicator lamp comes on with ing braking, this shows that the repaired at an authorized the engine running and at operating front wheel brake pads are worn MERCEDES-BENZ dealer as soon temperature, the engine oil level down. as possible. has dropped to approximately the Have the brake system checked at minimum mark on the dipstick.

  • Page 66: Exterior Light Failure Indicator Lamp

    Low Engine Coolant Level Exterior Light Failure Indicator Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Indicator Lamp Lamp The fuel reserve warning lamp The indicator lamp comes on with The light failure indicator comes on should come on when the key is turned to steering lock position 2, the key in steering lock position 2, with the key in steering lock posi­...

  • Page 67: Outside Temperature Indicator

    (stop and go or moderate, constant be carried out regularly according tions, drive only with at least one driving) and amount of temperature to MERCEDES-BENZ servicing re­ window fully open. change. quirements. For details refer to the Maintenance Booklet.

  • Page 68: On-Board Diagnostic System (California Models Only)

    The following rule applies: If you checked at your authorized Abroad, there is a widely-spread drive at equal speeds, the fuel con­ MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at the first MERCEDES-BENZ service network sumption is lower in the higher opportunity. at your disposal. If you plan to trav­...

  • Page 69: Winter Driving

    Use only tire chains that are tested Have your car winterized at your centrate “S” to the premixed and recommended by MERCEDES- authorized MERCEDES-BENZ windshield washer solvent BENZ. Your authorized MERCEDES- dealer before the onset of winter. which is formulated for below...
  • Page 71 Practical Hints Hood Checking Coolant Level Adding Coolant Engine Oil Level Check Fluid Level-Automatic Transmission Spare Wheel, Jack, Vehicle Tool Kit Wheels, Tires Changing Wheels Tire Inflation Pressure Headlamp Adjustment Replacing Bulbs Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap Fuses Battery Spark Plugs Tow-starting and Towing the Vehicle...

  • Page 72: Hood

    Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is highly dangerous to touch any components (ignition coil, distri­...

  • Page 73: Checking Coolant Level

    Checking Coolant Level Warning! The coolant reservoir with filler • Use extreme caution when neck is arranged away from the opening the hood, if there are radiator. To check the coolant level any signs of steam or coolant the vehicle must be parked on level leaking from the cooling sys­...

  • Page 74: Engine Oil Level Check

    Engine Oil Level Check Add oil, if needed, only to the upper mark (max). Do The best time to check the engine not overfill the engine. oil level is when the oil is warm, such as during a fuel stop. With the vehicle on level ground, stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back to the oil pan.

  • Page 75: Fluid Level-Automatic Transmission

    Fluid Level - The fluid level in the transmission is Automatic Transmission dependent upon its temperature. The maximum and minimum oil le­ Check the fluid level in the auto­ vel marks on the dipstick are ap­ matic transmission regularly and plicable references only if the prior to an extended trip.

  • Page 76: Spare Wheel, Jack

    Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a tire change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack.

  • Page 77: Wheels, Tires

    1st inspec­ part. See your authorized spare tire) at intervals of no more tion. Retightening is also necessary MERCEDES-BENZ dealer for further than 14 days are therefore essen­ whenever wheels are fitted, e.g. information. tial. Keep in mind that hot tires...

  • Page 78: Changing Wheels

    8. Then unscrew wheel bolts 4. Using the combination wrench, loosen but do not yet remove completely. Keep bolt threads the wheel bolts. protected from dirt and sand. While removing last bolt, hold 5. Clean jack supporting tube, if wheel against hub to avoid necessary.

  • Page 79: Tire Inflation Pressure

    Tire Inflation Pressure 14. Tighten the five bolts evenly by Tire pressures listed for light loads tightening every other bolt until are minimum values offering high A table (see fuel filler flap or last all the bolts are tight. driving comfort. Increased inflation page) lists the tire inflation pres­...

  • Page 80: Headlamp Adjustment

    6 High beam sealed-beam unit Headlamp Adjustment Front Lamps (Halogen) No. 1: 1 Cover Correct headlamp adjustment is ex­ Loosen clamping screws (9), tremely important. Check and read­ 2 Securing screws for cover remove retaining ring and lamp, just headlamps at regular intervals 3 Horizontal adjusting screws disconnect plug from socket on and when a lamp has been...
  • Page 81 8459 82 04 Bulb for turn signal, parking Bulb for fog lamp (H3): Taillamp Assembly and standing lamps (21/5 W/ Loosen securing screws (15) Remove both knurled nuts in the 32/3 cp): and remove housing. trunk and pull off bulb carrier. To Detach holding spring (16), The lamps are located below replace the bulbs, depress, turn left...
  • Page 82 High Mounted Stop Lamp (H2/22.5 W bulb) To replace the bulb, open trunk lid. Unscrew four nuts, remove lamp housing and remove bulb. License Plate Lamps Footwell Lamps (5 W bulb) (10 W bulb) Lift off lamp (1) at slot (2) with Loosen both securing screws (1), screwdriver, replace bulb and detach lens with gasket (2) and pull...
  • Page 83 > = ■ — — 1441 Sun Visor Lamps Glove Compartment Lamp Dome Lamps (5 W bulb) (5 W bulb) (5 W bulb) To replace the bulb, lift off cover at To replace a bulb, pry off the cover To replace the bulb, pull out lamp. by inserting a screwdriver in the left LH side, and pull out the bulb.

  • Page 84: Manual Release Of Fuel Filler Flap

    Trunk Lamp Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap Fuses (5 W bulb) The fuse box (1) is located in the If the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap auto­ R-H side foot well. The trunk lamp bulb (1) is easily All equipment protected by fuses is matically, access to the actuating accessible when the trunk lid (2) is...

  • Page 85: Battery

    Battery The service life of the battery is A battery will also produce hydro­ also dependent on its condition of gen gas, which is flammable and The battery is located in the trunk. charge. It must be maintained suffi­ explosive. Keep flames or sparks Check electrolyte level in each cell ciently charged for the battery to away from battery, i.e.

  • Page 86: Tow-Starting And Towing The Vehicle

    Tow-starting and Towing Tow-starting a Vehicle Towing a Vehicle the Vehicle Shift selector lever to position “N”. We recommend that the vehicle be Turn key to steering lock position 2 transported using flat bed equip­ The front towing eye is located on ment.

  • Page 87: Jump Starting

    discharged battery. Make sure Jump Starting Important! the cable clamps do not touch A discharged battery can freeze at If the battery is discharged, the en­ any other metal parts. approx. -10° C (+14° F). In that gine can be started with jumper 4.

  • Page 88: Cleaning And Care Of The Vehicle

    MERCEDES-BENZ be­ and give important “how-to” infor­ above adverse influences. cause of the possibility of incompa­ mation as well as references to More frequent washings are neces­...
  • Page 89 Engine Cleaning If the vehicle has been run through To assist with the removal of accu­ an automatic car wash - in particu­ mulated road film on the windshield Corrosion protection, such as MB lar one of the older installations - and improve wiping ability, a cap of anticorrosion wax, should be rewipe the recessed sections in the...
  • Page 90 Automatic Antenna Paintwork, Painted Body Upholstery Components For trouble-free operation of the Using aftermarket seat covers or MB-Gloss Preserver should be ap­ automatic antenna, we recommend wearing clothing that have the ten­ to clean the antenna mast periodi­ dency to give off coloring (e.g. plied when water drops on the paint surface do not “bead up”...
  • Page 91 Soft Top Dry cleaning: If only parts of the top have been washed, wet the entire top and Brush top (always from front to Stow the soft top in the storage allow it to air-dry before folding it rear) with a soft-bristled brush. compartment only if the top is away into the storage compartment.

  • Page 92: Ashtray

    Installing head restraints: Insert the head restraint and push it down. Adjust head restraint to the desired position. Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Do not drive the vehicle without the head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

  • Page 93: Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades

    Replacing Windshield Wiper Installation: Blades On the driver side, slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm into one Remove key from steering lock be­ of 3 positions, so that it wipes to fore replacing a wiper blade. the top edge of the windshield but Removal: does not contact the windshield moulding.

  • Page 94: Luggage Or Ski Racks

    (suction cups or legs). Such tenance and repair work. In addi­ and adapted to MERCEDES-BENZ supports may lead to marring of the tion, strategically located parts dis­ vehicles. paint or even denting of the roof if tribution centers provide quick and Therefore, MERCEDES-BENZ origin­...
  • Page 95 Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Consumer Information Identification Plates Theft Prevention Vehicle Data Cards Warranty Coverage Technical Data Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. 98 Capacities Engine Oils Brake Fluid Premium Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Requirements Coolants Consumer Information...

  • Page 96: Identification Plates

    1 Certification Tag Identification Plates (left door pillar) When ordering spare parts, please 2 Identification Tag specify vehicle identification and (left window post) engine numbers. 3 Vehicle Identification No. 4 Body No. and Paintwork No. 5 Engine No. 6 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system...

  • Page 97: Theft Prevention

    Location of labels 1 Bumper front/rear 2 Engine hood 3 Trunk lid 4 All fenders 5 All doors Engine*: on engine block, left rear Transmission*: on transmission, left front * not shown in illustration Note: Theft Prevention Do not remove these labels. These This vehicle complies with the labels are intended for parts identi­...

  • Page 98: Vehicle Data Cards

    Owner’s Sen/ice and Warranty let, have your authorized Policy Booklet, and your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer arrange MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will ex­ for a replacement. It will be mailed change or repair any defective to you. parts in accordance with the terms of the following warranties: 1.

  • Page 99: Technical Data

    Technical Data Model 560 SL (107 048)1 Rims - Tires Rims (forged light alloy rims) 7 J x 15 H2 Engine Wheel offset 25 mm (1.0 in) Engine type Summer tires: Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, Radial-ply tires 205/65 VR 15 gasoline injection Winter tires: No.

  • Page 100: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us. Inquire at your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacity Recommended engine oils Engine with oil filter 8.0 I (8.5 US qt)
  • Page 101 Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 for limited Rear axle 1.3 I (1.4 US qt) slip differential1 Accelerator control linkage Hydraulic fluid1 Power steering 1.3 I (1.4 US qt) MB Power steering gear oil High temperature roller Front wheel hubs approx.

  • Page 102: Engine Oils

    To maintain the engines durability Therefore, use only engine oils re­ The octane number (posted at the and performance, premium unlead­ commended by MERCEDES-BENZ. pump) must be 91 min. It is an ed gasoline must be used. If prem­ Information on recommended...

  • Page 103: Coolants

    The engine coolant is a mixture of crease due to the lower heat trans­ your car: MERCEDES-BENZ Anti­ water and MB anticorrosion/anti­ fer capability of the solution. There­ corrosion/Antifreeze Agent.

  • Page 104: Consumer Information

    Tread wear Temperature “A”, “B”, “C” Consumer Information The treadwear grade is a compara­ The temperature grades of “A” (the This has been prepared as required tive rating based on the wear rate highest). “B” and “C” representing of all manufacturers of passenger of the tire when tested under con­...
  • Page 105 Vehicle Stopping Distance This figure indicates braking performance that can be met or exceeded by the vehicles to which it applies, under different conditions of loading and with partial failures of the braking system. The information presented repre­ sents results obtainable by skilled drivers under controlled road and vehicle conditions, and the information may not be correct under other conditions.
  • Page 106 If you have any question about carrying out some rature for their vehicles are advised to contact service, turn to the advice of an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ distributors in the U.S. or Canada MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. at the following addresses, respectively for U.S.A.: Mercedes-Benz of North America Inc.
  • Page 107 Index...
  • Page 108 Deceleration shutoff Fog lamps Air bag Alarm system Doors Fuel filler flap Fuel requirements Alloy wheels Driver checks Driving instructions Fuel reserve warning Antenna 56, 88 Anticorrosion/antifreeze lamp Economical driving Fuels, coolants, Ashtray indicator (ECONOMY) lubricants, etc. Automatic climate control Emergency tensioning Automatic transmission Fuses...
  • Page 109 Jack Paintwork no. Technical data Jump starting Parking Theft prevention Parking brake Tire chains Keys Premium unleaded Tire inflation pressure gasoline 99, 100 Tires 17,75,102 Lamps, exterior 39, 78, 79, 80 Tool kit Fog lamps Radio Towing Headlamps Rear view mirrors Transmission, fluid High mounted stop lamp Rear window defroster...
  • Page 110 Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip Fuel Supply: Turn fuel filler cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then remove the cap. 2 Tire Inflation Pressure: Check at least every two weeks. For details see page 77.
  • Page 111 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Coolant: For normal replenishment, use water (po­ • Fuel: Use premium unleaded gasoline: table water quality). Posted Octane 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/ Fuel tank capacity approx. 85 I (22.5 US gal), antifreeze), refer to page 101.
  • Page 112 DAIMLER-BENZ AG Stuttgart-Untertuerkheim Zentralkundendienst...

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