1986-1989 Mercedes 560 Sl Service & Repair Manual

1986-1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL (R107) Service & Repair Manual

Engines Covered:

• 4.2L M116.980 V8
• 5.6L M117.967 V8

This 1986-1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL (R107) Service & Repair Manual provides comprehensive factory procedures and diagnostic information for maintaining and servicing the flagship R107 SL roadsters. Designed with professionals and skilled DIYers in mind, it includes all major vehicle systems: engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, HVAC, body, and electrical.

With in-depth coverage of the 4.2L and 5.6L M116/M117 V8 engines, this manual offers everything from routine maintenance and troubleshooting steps to full teardown and rebuild instructions. Whether you're refreshing the suspension or diagnosing an ABS light, you'll find factory-correct data and specs to keep your 560SL running smoothly and safely.

Content Overview:

• Detailed engine repair procedures, including fuel injection, ignition, cooling, lubrication, and emission system diagnostics
• Automatic transmission troubleshooting, diagnostics, and service procedures
• Drivetrain and rear axle repair, including drive belt routing and propeller shaft service
• Front and rear suspension repair, wheel alignment specs, and handling diagnostics
• Steering system service, including power steering pump, linkage, and steering column repair
• Complete brake system coverage, including hydraulic brake bleeding, ABS diagnostics, and parking brake adjustment
• Mercedes-Benz electrical system diagnostics, including wiring diagrams, fuse locations, relays, and instrument cluster repair
• Air conditioning and heating system service, including A/C compressor, heater core, and climate control diagnostics
• Airbag system and passive restraints, seat belt retractor service, and safety component replacement
• Fuel system service, including evaporation control, fuel delivery, and injector diagnosis
• Routine maintenance schedules, tune-up procedures, and basic troubleshooting for 560SL models
• Full wiring diagram library and electrical symbol references for Mercedes-Benz R107

Whether you're restoring a classic 560SL or maintaining a dependable weekend cruiser, this manual offers unmatched detail directly from the original factory publications—no guesswork, just proper repairs.

Printable: Yes
Language: English
Compatibility: Pretty much any electronic device
Requirements: Adobe Reader (free)