Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Mercedes-Benz SL320
Mercedes-Benz SL320 Models:
Mercedes-Benz SL320 Problems
Hard/soft Tops May Develop Problems Due to Age
As vehicles age, various problems may develop with the hard and soft tops. If problems are encountered, it would be recommended to have a technician familiar with these tops perform the diagnoses.
Noise and/or Smoke From Drive Belt Area
The emissions air injection pump can seize, causing a loud squealing noise followed by smoke from the drive belt. If the engine is not turned off, the belt will break, turning on the alternator/battery warning light.
Harsh Ride From Rear Due to Failed Dampening Actuator
Vehicles with automatic level control that ride harshly in the rear (no give in the suspension) may have one or both dampening actuators which have failed. It is commonly recommended the actuators be replaced in pairs.
Squeaking/Worn Brake Pads May Require Rotor Replacement Also
The brakes may begin to squeak at about the 50 percent wear point. This is due to the size and material used for the brake pads and rotors. The brake rotor surfaces become uneven, causing a lip to form at the outer edge. This will generally require replacement of the rotors when the pads are worn (pad life varies depending on driving style and terrain).
ABS Modulator Failure Due to Dirty Brake Fluid
As brake fluid becomes dirty over time, it can cause a failure of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator assembly. Our technicians recommend a complete brake system flush every two years to help prevent this issue.
Mercedes-Benz SL320 Recalls (Recent)
Mercedes-Benz SL320 Recall 99V327000
Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. CORROSION OF THE ELECTRICAL IGNITION FILAMENT OF THE AIR BAG GAS GENERATOR MODULE CAN OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN AREAS OF FREQUENTLY HIGH HUMIDITY.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz SL320 Recall 96V175000
Summary: IF ONE OF THE HEADLAMP WIPER ARMS BECOMES MISALIGNED, THE WIPER BALDE CAN LODGE IN THE GROOVE UNDER THE HEADLAMP. IF THE WASHERS ARE ACTIVATED WITH THE WIPER BLADE IN THE MISALIGNED AND LODGED POSITION, THE WASHER PUMP WILL RUN CONTINUOUSLY EXPELLING ALL AVAILABLE FLUID.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz SL320 Recall 96V058000
Summary: THE DRIVE BELT PULLEY ON THE ENGINE CAN DEVELOP FATIGUE CRACKS IN THE METAL AND BREAK. IF THE DRIVE PULLEY BREAKS, THE CAR WOULD NOT HAVE ENGINE COOLING, BATTERY CHARGING, AND/OR POWER STEERING.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz SL320 Questions and Answers
Found an oil leak of some sort in front of my rear right hand side wheel.Wonder what it is from.Thank you
Regards Ian
My car runs great when it's warm. However, as soon as it get cold (below 60 degrees) it surges when I take off and the trans shifts slowly. I had the mass air unit replaced and trottle body ...
is it very hard to replace drive shaft flex joint
i can select reverse and it engages but there is no drive
How do I replace my after market radio with a Becker radio?
Mercedes-Benz SL320 Reviews
Very zippy vehicle corner's great at high speed with little oversteer
Hydraulic and vacuum system is complicated to troubleshoot and some parts are very expensive even for DIY.
Fun car to drive -- my girl friend loves it!
We have been having a problem with our headlamp wipers. They won't work. WE spent over $300.00 for a new motor to enable them to work and they still don't work. We thought we JUST turned on the windshield wipers and the headlamp wipers should work also. CAn anyone advise?
Frustrated in Carnegie.