SL-Class (R230) 2003 -- 2012: Discussion on the SL500, SL550, SL600

SL/R230: 2007 SL65 preventitive maintenance

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old 11-03-2020, 01:36 PM
  #1  
Senior Member
Thread Starter
 
NHSl550's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2018
Location: Hudson NH
Posts: 297
Received 42 Likes on 33 Posts
2007 SL65, 2009 SL550, 1991 SL500
2007 SL65 preventitive maintenance

I have a 2007 SL65 with 87000 miles. I've owned it for about 6 months. I got very little maintenance records with the car. Everything works as it should right now other than probably
flat spots on the tires that I will change in the spring. Front and rear brake pads and rotors have been changed along with drivers side coil packs. I just poured a concrete pad and have a 2 post lift on order.
I also have an SDS.
Some things I would like to do as preventative maintenance are: Motor mounts, transmission mount, ABC accumulators, high pressure hose, pulsation damper. ABC flush and 3 micron filter. drive shaft flex joints. spark plugs, both coil packs
(even though 1 has been changed already). Akebono ceramic brake pads to reduce brake dust. There is also a rubber weather strip at the bottom of the rear windshield that has started some wrinkling that I want to change. And possibly valve cover gaskets.
Are there any other things I should consider while I'm at it?
I will add that the car has had all the recommended service done at proper intervals according to the car fax.
Old 11-03-2020, 03:35 PM
  #2  
Super Member
 
kbob999's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Tucson, AZ
Posts: 967
Received 223 Likes on 166 Posts
'08 S550 P3; Golf Carts; MT Bike; Scooters
You have the major item covered in your list.

I would look at the inboard front suspension bushings, as they are likely worn or torn.
Are you sure the trans fluid has been changed? I would change it if you don't know.
Might be a good time to change the power steering fluid too.
If your shifter has not had the park lockout plastic lever changed, I would do that for reliability.
Not sure if the SL65 has issues with the crankshaft position sensor, but it's another item that frequently fails on MB, and good to replace.
Check the roof drains to make sure they are all clear.
Probably a few things I missed.
The following users liked this post:
abdoulwane (11-16-2020)
Old 11-03-2020, 04:09 PM
  #3  
Senior Member
 
sivikvtec's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2019
Posts: 331
Received 84 Likes on 69 Posts
2005 SL65 AMG
If you are going to do the engine mounts, you’ll have to drop the engine so be sure to do the turbo coolant o-rings at the same time.

Make sure the intercooler circuit is functioning properly.

The coolant in the intercooler circuit probably also needs to be replaced, mine was super nasty. You need special equipment to do this yourself.

I would also consider replacing the trans fluid and making sure the trans connector is not leaking.

Another thing to consider would be replacing the shifter lockout with the aftermarket metal piece to prevent the shifter getting stuck in park.

Last edited by sivikvtec; 11-03-2020 at 04:13 PM.
Old 11-04-2020, 09:23 AM
  #4  
Senior Member
Thread Starter
 
NHSl550's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2018
Location: Hudson NH
Posts: 297
Received 42 Likes on 33 Posts
2007 SL65, 2009 SL550, 1991 SL500
All good information so far. Thank You
Old 11-04-2020, 12:40 PM
  #5  
Out Of Control!!

 
chassis's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: unbegrenzt
Posts: 13,446
Received 3,978 Likes on 3,127 Posts
2017 GLE350 4MATIC
Let’s see some pics!

Suggestions:

- engine oil and filter
- engine air filters
- cabin filter if present
- flush brake fluid
- replace coolant
- rear axle oil change
- transmission oil and filter change
- thorough inspection of rubber hoses underhood and look for seeping/weeping, replace if needed
- windshield wipers replace

Old 11-04-2020, 03:02 PM
  #6  
Junior Member
 
2007 SL600's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Briarcliff, Texas
Posts: 23
Received 8 Likes on 6 Posts
2007 Mercedes SL600
Coil Packs

I highly recommend you visit Clark's web site, v12icpack.com
This guy is an expert on coil packs.
The following users liked this post:
tonylinc (11-06-2020)
Old 11-06-2020, 07:17 PM
  #7  
Senior Member
Thread Starter
 
NHSl550's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2018
Location: Hudson NH
Posts: 297
Received 42 Likes on 33 Posts
2007 SL65, 2009 SL550, 1991 SL500




Originally Posted by chassis
Let’s see some pics!

Suggestions:

- engine oil and filter
- engine air filters
- cabin filter if present
- flush brake fluid
- replace coolant
- rear axle oil change
- transmission oil and filter change
- thorough inspection of rubber hoses underhood and look for seeping/weeping, replace if needed
- windshield wipers replace
The following 2 users liked this post by NHSl550:
chassis (11-06-2020), tonylinc (11-06-2020)
Old 11-06-2020, 10:24 PM
  #8  
Out Of Control!!

 
chassis's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: unbegrenzt
Posts: 13,446
Received 3,978 Likes on 3,127 Posts
2017 GLE350 4MATIC
Looks great!

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.

Quick Reply: SL/R230: 2007 SL65 preventitive maintenance



All times are GMT -4. The time now is 03:51 PM.