SL/R230: newb question on my 05 SL500
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newb question on my 05 SL500
How do I tell what transmission I have? I've read that both a 5 and 7 speed auto were available. While I have your attention, anything in particular I should check out or keep an eye on? Thank you.
I'll post some pic's of the car soon. It's super clean with on 14,500 miles. I bought a 3yr 36k mile warranty through my credit union.
The car is my weekender as I drive a Honda Fit daily. Cheers
I'll post some pic's of the car soon. It's super clean with on 14,500 miles. I bought a 3yr 36k mile warranty through my credit union.
The car is my weekender as I drive a Honda Fit daily. Cheers
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Eurocharged 2004 E500, Eurocharged ECU/TCU 2005 SL600, 2010 Caddy SwaggerWagon
You have the 7sp. The 5 speeds were in the SL55, SL600 and SL65 because the torque in these cars would absolutely shred the 7sp that was available in 2005.
For your own peace of mine, bring the car up to highway speed and tap the shifter to the left. You should see the number "6" appear on your MFD as you just manually downshifted into that gear.
Enjoy.
For your own peace of mine, bring the car up to highway speed and tap the shifter to the left. You should see the number "6" appear on your MFD as you just manually downshifted into that gear.
Enjoy.
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