SL-Class (R231) 2013 on: Discussion on the SL550

SL/R231: Coolant Flush for R231 ?

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Old Sep 11, 2021 | 08:40 PM
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Coolant Flush for R231 ?

Does anyone know PM for coolant flush on our R231's ?

I can't find anywhere in recommended service.

BTW: I also have a 2020 E class and nothing on the maintenance chart Re coolant their either

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My 1986 R107 (560SL) states coolant s/b changed every 3 yrs !

What's up???
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Old Sep 12, 2021 | 01:39 AM
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My maintenance book (2013 SL63) says to replace coolant every 120,000 miles or 12 years.
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Old Sep 12, 2021 | 07:16 AM
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Coolant, engine oil and other fluids have come a long way since 1986 as well as engine design.
SO today they realize longer service life of these fluids.

In 1986 3000 mile oil change was all the rage.... today 10K
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