2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 technical data

331 Technical data
Spare parts service
Warranty coverage
Identification labels
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
Engine
Rims and tires
Electrical system
Main dimensions
Weights
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Consumer information

332 Technical dataSpare parts serviceThe “Technical data” section provides the
necessary technical data for your vehicle.
Spare parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers
maintain a stock of original spare parts re-
quired for maintenance and repair work. In
addition, strategically located parts distri-
bution centers provide quick and reliable
parts service.
More than 300 000 different spare parts
for Mercedes-Benz models are available.
Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are
subjected to stringent quality inspections.
Each part has been specifically developed,
manufactured or selected for and adapted
to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Therefore, Mercedes-Benz original spare
parts should be installed.
!The use of non-genuine parts and ac-
cessories not authorized by
Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehi-
cle, which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or
could compromise the vehicle’s dura-
bility or safety.

333 Technical data
Warranty coverage
Warranty coverage
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of
the “warranties” printed in the Service and
Warranty Information booklet. Your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will ex-
change or repair any defective parts origi-
nally installed in the vehicle in accordance
with the terms of the following warranties:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty


Emission System Warranty


Emission Performance Warranty


California, Maine, Massachusetts, and
Vermont Emission Control Systems
WarrantyReplacement parts and accessories are
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Spare Parts
and Accessories warranties, copies of
which are available at any Mercedes-Benz
Center.Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet
Should you lose your Service and Warranty
Information booklet, have your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a re-
placement. It will be mailed to you.

334 Technical dataIdentification labels
Identification labels1Certification label
(above driver’s door lock latch)2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
(below right rear storage compart-
ment)3Engine number (engraved on engine)
4VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield)
5Emission control label
6Information label, California version
Vacuum line routing for emission con-
trol system
When ordering spare parts, please specify
vehicle identification and engine numbers.

335 Technical data
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
SL 500
1Automatic belt tensioner
2Power steering pump
3Air conditioner compressor
4Crankshaft
5Coolant pump
6Generator (alternator)
7Idler pulley
SL 55 AMGThe SL 55 AMG has two poly-V-belts.1Idler pulley
2Automatic belt tensioner
3Power steering pump
4Air conditioner compressor
5Crankshaft
6Coolant pump
7Generator (alternator)
8Idler pulley
9Automatic belt tensioner
10Super charger

336 Technical dataEngine
EngineModel
SL 500 (230.475
(1))
SL 55 AMG (230.474
(1))
Engine
113
113
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection
4-stroke engine, gasoline injection
No. of cylinders
8
8
Bore
3.82 in (97.00 mm)
3.82 in (97.00 mm)
Stroke
3.31 in (84.00 mm)
3.60 in (92.00 mm)
Total piston displacement
302.9 cu.in. (4966 cm
3)
331.8 cu.in. (5439 cm
3)
Compression ratio
10:1
9:1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349
302 hp / 5 600 rpm
(225 kW / 5 600 rpm)
493 hp / 6 100 rpm
(368 kW / 6 100 rpm)
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349
339 ft.lb / 2 700 rpm
(460 Nm / 2700 rpm)
516 ft.lb / 2 750-4000 rpm
(700 Nm / 2 750-4000 rpm)
Maximum engine speed
6000 rpm
6500 rpm
Firing order
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt
7ft 10in (2390mm)
8ft 1in/4ft 3in (2462mm/1289mm)
1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.

337 Technical data
Rims and tires
Rims and tires
Only use tires and rims which have been
specifically developed for your vehicle and
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Other tires and rims can have detrimental
effects, such as

poor handling characteristics


increased noise


increased fuel consumption
Same size tires
!Moreover, tires and rims not approved
by Mercedes-Benz may, under load,
exhibit dimensional variations and dif-
ferent tire deformation characteristics
that could cause them to come into
contact with the vehicle body or axle
parts. Damage to the tires or the vehi-
cle may be the result.
iFurther information on tires and rims is
available at any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. A tire inflation
pressure table is located on the fuel fill-
er cap of the vehicle. The tire pressure
should be checked regularly and
should only be adjusted on cold tires.
Follow tire manufacturer’s mainte-
nance recommendation included with
vehicle.
SL 500
SL 55 AMG
Rims (light alloy)
81/2J x17
81/2 J x18
Wheel offset
1.38 in (35 mm)
1.18 in (30 mm)
Summer tires (radial-ply tires)
255/45 R17 98W
–
Winter tires (radial-ply tires)
255/45 R17 98V M+S
255/40 R18 95V M+S

338 Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresSpare wheel
SL 500 (Sport Package*)
SL 55 AMG
Front axle:Rims (light alloy)
81/2J x18
81/2J x18
Wheel offset
1.18 in (30 mm)
1.18 in (30 mm)
Summer tires (radial-ply tires)
255/40 R18 95W or 255/40 R18 95Y
255/40 R18 95W or 255/40 R18 95Y
Rear axle:Rims (light alloy)
91/2Jx18
91/2Jx18
Wheel offset
1.30 in (33 mm)
1.30 in (33 mm)
Summer tires (radial-ply tires)
285/35 R18 97W
1 or 285/35 R18 97Y
1
285/35 R18 97W
1 or 285/35 R18 97Y
1
1Must not be used with snow chains.
SL 500
Rim
6B x17 ET25
Wheel offset
0.98 in (25 mm)
Collapsible tire
185/60-17-93P
1
1Must not be used with snow chains.
iThe SL 55 AMG is not equipped with a
spare wheel. TIREFIT (
page 302).