Mercedes-Benz SL280 R1292.8 litre · 150 kW

May 1998 – Oct 2001 · Convertible · Petrol · 129.059

Oil, coolant and a checklist for your next service.

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Oil & coolant

Engine oil capacity

8 L

  • Oil change with filter

Coolant capacity

11.75 L

  • Total system capacity

Engine oil specification

Not available for this version

Coolant specification

MB 325.6 or MB 326.6

  • MB 325.6: concentrate, dilute before use
  • MB 326.6: premixed, do not add water

Check the level after filling. Coolant capacity is the system volume, not a top-up amount. Let the cooling system cool before opening the reservoir.

When to service & replace parts

For jobs with both a time and a kilometre limit, use whichever comes first.

Replacement intervals

Part or fluidWhen to replace it
Engine air filterMore than 80,000 km or 4 years
Brake fluidEvery 2 years
Fuel filterMore than 80,000 km (50,000 mi) or 4 years since last change

Service checklist

A service checklist is not available for this version.

Keep a record of this service

Print the specifications and checklist with your registration, VIN, mileage and the products you used.

Prepare service record

Your printable service record

Add your details, or leave the fields blank to fill in by hand. Your checklist ticks are included, and longer notes get an extra page. Details stay on this device.

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