Target Audience:
Enthusiasts, owners, and independent repair shops specializing in classic Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive, integrated coverage of multiple manual types, offering significant value over purchasing separate documents.
Integration:
Combines engine, electrical, maintenance, owner, and body/chassis information into a single, accessible platform.
Completeness:
Considered the 'best available' for the W107 series, indicating a high level of detail and accuracy.
All Systems:
Engine, Electrical, Maintenance, Owner Information, Climate Control, Body and Chassis
Estimated Pages:
Extensive (specific count not provided, but described as comprehensive)
Type:
Workshop Manual / Service Manual / Repair Manual
Digital Format:
Software Program
Compatibility:
Windows Operating Systems
Engine:
Detailed diagnostics, repair procedures, component specifications for M117 (4.5L, 3.8L) and M117 (5.6L) V8 engines.
Electrical:
Comprehensive wiring diagrams, troubleshooting guides for all electrical systems, including lighting, ignition, fuel injection, climate control, and power accessories.
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance tasks, fluid checks and changes, filter replacements, lubrication points, and general upkeep procedures.
Climate Control:
Diagnosis and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, including refrigerant handling and component testing.
Body Chassis:
Bodywork repair, structural integrity checks, suspension, steering, braking systems, and undercarriage components.
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug service, brake inspections, fluid top-offs.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic fault diagnosis for common and uncommon issues across all vehicle systems.
Engine Repair:
Engine disassembly, reassembly, component replacement (e.g., gaskets, seals, pistons, valves), timing chain service, fuel system overhaul.
Transmission Service:
Automatic transmission fluid changes, filter replacement, and common repair procedures (specific for 722.x series transmissions).
Brake System:
Brake pad and rotor replacement, caliper service, brake line inspection and replacement, hydraulic system bleeding.
Level:
Comprehensive, covering from basic owner-level information to advanced mechanical and electrical diagnostics and repair.
Diagnostics:
Detailed diagnostic flowcharts and procedures for identifying and resolving issues, including those related to CIS (Continuous Injection System) or K-Jetronic fuel injection.
Specifications:
Includes detailed torque specifications, clearances, and adjustment procedures for all major components.
Displacement:
4.5 Liters (4520 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
92.0 mm x 85.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
8.0:1 or 8.0:1 (depending on market and year)
Horsepower Est:
180-200 hp (SAE net)
Torque Est:
230-250 lb-ft (SAE net)
Displacement:
3.8 Liters (3818 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
92.0 mm x 71.5 mm
Horsepower Est:
155-160 hp (SAE net)
Torque Est:
190-200 lb-ft (SAE net)
Displacement:
5.6 Liters (5549 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
94.5 mm x 98.5 mm
Compression Ratio:
9.0:1 or 9.2:1 (depending on market and year)
Horsepower Est:
227-240 hp (SAE net)
Torque Est:
270-280 lb-ft (SAE net)
Injection System:
Bosch CIS-E (Continuous Injection System - Electronic) or K-Jetronic (for earlier models/markets).
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline (Premium Octane)
Type:
Electronic Ignition (e.g., Bremi or Bosch distributor)
Type:
4-Speed Automatic (e.g., 722.1 or 722.3 series)
Type:
Manual transmission was rarely offered and not standard on these models. Manual would typically be a 4-speed or 5-speed Getrag.
Torque Converter:
Lock-up torque converter for improved fuel efficiency at highway speeds.
Specification:
Dexron III ATF (or equivalent specified by Mercedes-Benz)
Wheelbase Sl:
2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Wheelbase Slc:
2810 mm (110.6 inches)
Length Sl Approx:
4750 mm (187.0 inches)
Length Slc Approx:
4800 mm (189.0 inches)
Width Approx:
1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Height Approx:
1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Curb Weight Approx Sl:
1600-1750 kg (3500-3850 lbs)
Curb Weight Approx Slc:
1650-1800 kg (3630-3970 lbs)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
2100-2250 kg (4630-4960 lbs) - varies by model
Wheelbase 560Sl:
2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Wheel Bolt Pattern:
5x112 mm
Tire Sizes Common:
195/70VR14, 205/60VR15, 215/60VR15, 225/50VR16 (depending on year and options)
Crash Test Era:
Designed to contemporary safety standards of the 1970s and 1980s. ABS and airbags were introduced on later models.
ABS:
Optional on later models (e.g., 560SL), standard on some later 380SL/SLC.
Airbags:
Driver-side airbag introduced on later models (e.g., 1980s facelift and subsequent).
Seatbelts:
Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts front; lap belts rear (SLC).
Rollover Protection:
Reinforced A-pillars and windshield frame; optional roll bar integrated into the windshield frame (factory).
Radio:
Factory-installed AM/FM radio with cassette player. Later models may have updated head units.
Speakers:
Typically 4-6 speakers depending on model and options.
Cruise Control:
Standard on most models.
Power Windows:
Standard on all models.
Power Seats:
Optional or standard on higher trims.
Climate Control:
Manual or automatic climate control (optional on some models, standard on later 560SL).
Phone:
N/A (No factory integrated Bluetooth or mobile connectivity).
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months.
Filter Replacement Interval:
Oil filter with every oil change; air filter and fuel filter every 20,000-30,000 km (12,000-18,000 miles).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 40,000-60,000 km (24,000-36,000 miles), depending on plug type.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 40,000-60,000 km (24,000-36,000 miles) or as specified in the manual.
Engine Oil:
SAE 20W-50 or 20W-40 (depending on climate and engine wear), API SF or higher. Check manual for specific grades.
Coolant:
Mercedes-Benz approved Antifreeze/Coolant (e.g., G05).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid.
Engine Wear:
Timing chain stretch/guide wear (especially on high-mileage M117 engines), valve stem seal deterioration causing oil consumption.
Fuel System:
CIS/K-Jetronic fuel distributor leaks, fuel accumulator failure, injector seal deterioration.
Electrical:
Wiring harness degradation (especially insulation on heat-sensitive areas), intermittent electrical faults, vacuum hose degradation.
Bodywork:
Rust susceptibility, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and window frames.
Suspension Steering:
Worn ball joints, tie rod ends, and control arm bushings due to age and mileage.
Mercedes Benz Legacy:
Continuation of Mercedes-Benz's luxury grand tourer and convertible lineage, following the W113 'Pagoda' SL.
W107 Introduction:
Introduced in 1971 (as the 350SL/SLC), evolving through engine upgrades and facelifts over its 18-year production run.
Key Updates:
Engine displacement increases (3.5L to 3.8L to 4.5L to 5.6L), fuel injection system upgrades (CIS to CIS-E), introduction of ABS and airbags on later models, cosmetic refreshes.
Production Years:
1971-1989 (W107 chassis).
Manufacturing Location:
Sindelfingen, West Germany.
Sales Volume Total:
Over 237,000 units produced across all W107 variants (SL and SLC).
