🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: SL-Class Chassis Code: R129 Generation: R129 Production Years Covered: 1989-2001 Manual Coverage Years: 1981-1993 📋 Manual Details Document Information Manual Type: Service and Repair Manual Language: English Format: PDF ⚙️ Engine Specifications Engine Options Engine 1 Type: M104 Inline-6 Engine 1 Displacement: 3.0L (300 SL-24) Engine 1 Power Hp: 228 hp Engine 2 Type: M119 V8 Engine 2 Displacement: 5.0L (500 SL) Engine 2 Power Hp: 322 hp Engine 3 Type: M120 V12 Engine 3 Displacement: 6.0L (600 SL) Engine 3 Power Hp: 394 hp 🔧 Transmission Gearbox Options Type 1: 4-speed Automatic Gears 1: 4 Type 2: 5-speed Automatic Gears 2: 5 Type 3: 5-speed Manual (Rare) Gears 3: 5 📐 Dimensions Exterior Dimensions Length Mm: 4499 Width Mm: 1812 Height Mm: 1308 🔧 Maintenance Fluid Capacities Engine Oil Capacity Liters: 8.0 Coolant Capacity Liters: 10.0 General Guidelines Recommended Oil Viscosity: 5W-40 or 10W-40 (depending on climate) 📄 Chassis Suspension Front Suspension: Independent, Multi-link Rear Suspension: Independent, Multi-link Steering Type: Recirculating Ball, Power Assisted 📄 Electrical Battery Voltage: 12V 📄 Body Body Style Type: 2-door Convertible 📄 Brakes System Front: Ventilated Discs Rear: Solid Discs 📄 Wheels And Tires Tire Sizes Standard Front: 205/65 R15 Standard Rear: 205/65 R15 📄 Performance Acceleration 0 60Mph 500 Sl: 6.2 seconds 600 Sl: 5.5 seconds