Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Models:
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Problems
Bad Switch/Blower Motor Resistor Assembly May Cause Inoperative Heater Blower Motor
Other than a defective motor, a bad switch or blower motor resistor assembly can cause an inoperative heater blower motor.
Power Window May Fail Due to Window Regulator
One or more door windows may stop working due to a failed window regulator. Replacement of the failed regulator will be necessary to correct this concern.
Rear Spring Wear May Cause Rear End to Sag on High Mileage Vehicles
On high mileage vehicles, rear spring wear may cause the rear end to sag.
Incorrect Idle Speed Due to Stuck Idle Air Compensator
It is not uncommon for the idle air compensator to get stuck in one position, resulting in the engine idle speed (rpm) being too high or too low. Replacement of the failed compensator may be necessary to correct this concern.
Harsh ride due to internal leaks/stuck level control valve
Internal leaks and a stuck level control valve can cause problems with the load leveling suspension in the rear; the vehicle may ride harshly.
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Questions and Answers
At times, when accelerating, the economy gauge will go up but the RPM's do not move and the car hesitates.Only lasts a couple secods and resolves it self. Fuel filters have been changed within the ...
am going down the road and car just cuts off stalls i pull over it start..some time i come to a stop it stalls some times takes 2/4 min to start
The car runs good and strong but will not stay running unless the gas peddle is gently held its like it needs to be idle up i can hold the air intake flap down 1/4 inch and it will idle just find...
camshaft timing marks
i need to change ignition switch, is this a do it yourself repair job
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Stories
This is a great car. Love its body style... presence but not over bearing Sleak stylish but elegant. Sophisticated but flamboyant. It has the "look".. no question... she is on the road... I am not a racer but I can get up and down the road. I have an issue coming up with the timing chain needing to be replaced... cost at the dealership is beyond the book value of the car.. after market foreign car tech will charge $800.00 installed with checking leakage and torgue and specs for that car.. hum!!! Sounds like I found the mechanic for this up coming repair.. OK nuff said... when working this is one of the best cars to drive for room and comfort.
This is a great car that is reliable, the main issue to this model are the standard high-mileage leaks from the valve cover gaskets. Some dealer parts are actually cheaper than aftermarket. In comparison to the 1994 BMW 740iL, it is cheaper to maintain and eventhough it has a 5.6 litre engine, burns less fuel.