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Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz 450 SL 1980
- Page 1 450 SL Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC...
- Page 2 • avoid unnecessarily high speeds • have all the maintenance jobs specified by us carried out at regular intervals by a MERCEDES-BENZ service station. Driving in low temperature weather, in stop-and-go city traffic and on short hops, and in hilly country...
- Page 3 Owner’s 450 SL Mercedes-Benz Manual 450 SLC Type 107 1980...
- Page 5 You have ch ose n to d riv e a M E R C E D E S -B E N Z , a c a r in w h o s e c o n s tru c tio n a nd p ro d u c tio n w e have ta k e n g re a t p a in s b e ca u se w e b e lie v e th a t q u a lity is n o t a m a tte r o f ch an ce.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Sliding Roof .........28 This Owner's M anual also Vehicle Operation Radio ..........29 describes optional extras as far as Instrum ents and C ontrols ..an intro du ction on th eir handling Instrum ent C luster ....... 10 is required. - Page 7 Contents Electrical System ......59 Vehicle Care Fuses ..........59 MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance Battery ..........59 System ..........46 Spark Plugs ....... 59 Severe Operating Conditions . 46 Replacing B u lb s ......60 Vehicle Operation Engine Oil Change and Filter Sliding Roof-Emergency Change ........
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Page 9: Vehicle Operation
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Page 10: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls 450 SL: Switch fo r front dome lamps For m ore detailed descriptions see quoted pages. 450 SLC: Switch fo r rear dome lamp Switch fo r autom atic antenna (page 31) Swivelling side ventilation outlets (page 20) Switch fo r heated rear w indow (page 24) C ontrol lever fo r side ventilation (page 20) 450 SLC: Switch fo r e lectric sliding roof... - Page 11 Instruments and Controls...
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Page 12: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Coolant tem perature gauge (° C) Seat belt warning lamp (red) Up to red m arking: Maximum permissible temperature fo r an antifreeze-blended fill Brake pad wear indicator lamp (red): protecting down to -30 ° C /-2 2 ° F Lamp comes on w hile braking and driving if the front wheel brake pads are worn down, refer to page 41... - Page 13 Instrument Cluster li mm mill 9224...
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Page 14: Keys Doors
Unlocking Replacement keys can be obtained place so that it is always Locking only via MERCEDES-BENZ service handy, if needed (e.g. in stations. If the keys are lost, your wallet). Never leave One cannot lock: assistance is rather tim e con... -
Page 15: Master Lock System
Keys Doors the trunk lock button in with it and Master Lock System To reverse this, turn trunk lock lift the lid. Return the key to its counterclockw ise back to hori The master lock system enables the initial position and w ithdraw it. To zontal position of the tum bler front passenger door, the fuel tank lock the lid, close it firm ly. -
Page 16: Seats
accom modated in the respective lateral panelling of the rear passenger compartm ent. With opened doors the backrests will fold forw ard w ithout pressing the buttons. Note: Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should adjust the seat height for proper vision as well as fore-aft placem ent and seat back angle to insure adequate control, reach,... -
Page 17: Safety Belts
Seats 450 SLC Safety Belts Fastening of fro n t and rear seat Unfastening, fro n t and rear: belts (with inertia reel): • Depress red button (3) in Warning System: • Pull belt with tongue (1) across buckle (2). The indicator is illuminated for shoulder and lap. -
Page 18: Safety Headrest
Seats > Operation of belts with inertia reel: The safety belt inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding further in case of vehicle deceleration in any d irec tion or if the belt is pulled out quickly. Functional test: The locking function of the inertia reel can be tested by braking, driving around a bend or by pulling the belt out quickly. -
Page 19: Controls
Controls Driving position Starting: Continue turning key clockwise to the stop. The starter is engaged when the key is pressed against the stop. The starter nonrepeat unit requires the key to be returned to position “ 0” prior to a new starting attempt. -
Page 20: Combination Switch
Controls C ontrol for w indshield washer system When the washer system is switched on, the wipers also operate Windshield w iper control 0 W indshield w iper switched off 1 Interm ittent wiping Normal w iper speed III High w iper speed Hints: If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system... -
Page 21: Cruise Control
Controls Normally the vehicle is accele 4 = R esum e rated to the desired speed with If the lever is briefly pushed to the accelerator. Speed is set by position “ 4 ” when driving at a briefly pushing the switch to speed exceeding approxim ately position “... -
Page 22: Automatic Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control C L I M A T E CO NTROL — ---------- • ~ '-ti AIR COND AUTO L O FF I ' " Lever fo r side ventilation “ DEF” button Temperature selector wheel open = towards center Refrigerant com pressor switch “... - Page 23 Automatic Climate Control The autom atic clim ate control is Norm ally only one adjustm ent is Only then w ill warm air enter the designed to maintain the desired necessary fo r the entire year. interior of the vehicle and be temperature in the vehicle interior.
- Page 24 Automatic Climate Control “ DEF” button: Fresh air enters the vehicle through “ AUTO-HI” button: For iced-up windows. openings in fron t of the windshield Fast heating or cooling of (keep free of snow). vehicle interior. Independent of the position of A ir conditioning, air distribution the tem perature selector wheel 450 SLC and 450 SL with hardtop:...
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Page 25: Various Equipment
Various Equipment < Interior Lamps Position III: lamp is continuously can be dim m ed by means of lever switched on. on lower m irror edge. Lever in The footwell lamps below the opposite driving d irection = normal The rear dome lamp is switched instrument panel are switched on position. -
Page 26: Lighter
Various Equipment > A heavy load is imposed on the battery due to the high power requirement. For this reason, switch off the heated rear window as soon as it is demisted or defrosted. It is shut off autom atically after a maximum of 30 minutes. -
Page 27: E Lectric W Indow L If Te R S
Various Equipment Electric Window Lifters (450 SLC) The electric w indow lifters can only console is depressed. If the safety be operated with the steering lock switch is not depressed, inadvertent Switch group fo r window lifters: in position “ 2” . All four windows operation of the rear side windows front, left can then be operated using the... -
Page 28: Roadster Top
Roadster Top > 4. Disengage top fram ework by turning locks (4) inwards. Then detach locking handles. 5. Swing back top fram ework and slip top into top storage com part ment (5). Stow overhanging can vas in the storage compartment. 6. -
Page 29: Hardtop
2. C arefully position hardtop, hardtop is best done in a 5 attachment points: sim ultaneously inserting all MERCEDES-BENZ service station, Front = two locks in w indshield locking pins into the respective although this can be carried out header bar locks. -
Page 30: Sliding Roof
A special container fo r the storage have the roadster top removed in a MERCEDES-BENZ service station if of roadster tops or hardtops is avail able from your MERCEDES-BENZ you intend to drive only with the hardtop fo r a lengthy period. -
Page 31: Radio
For control location, refer to the Mexico Cassette illustration on the type of radio (Radio with Autom atic Signal Seeker installed in your MERCEDES-BENZ. and built-in Cassette Player) The radio can only be operated with the ignition key in the number “ 1”... - Page 32 Radio > On-O ff/Volum e Station Tuning Operating the autom atic tuning bar again causes the tuner to resume Turn knob (1) clockwise to switch First, select desired band by its search function. When the end pressing one of the AM or FM radio on and to increase volume.
- Page 33 Radio The height of the antenna can restore good tone quality. However, furtherm ore be adjusted continu fringe area reception requires the ously by actuating the antenna full antenna length to capture weak switch: incom ing signals. The antenna can be operated by depressing the re...
- Page 34 Radio Tape Playback The cassette w ill be autom atically Care of the Tape Player (Mexico Cassette Model) released when the tape reaches its Use only good quality cassettes end. To play the other side, remove This type of radio provides fo r the with a maximum playing time of the cassette from the radio, turn it playback of prerecorded stereo...
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Page 35: Driving
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Page 36: Hood
Parking Brake Hood arrow and lift hood (windshield Depress parking brake pedal (1). To open, pull handle (below the w iper arms must not be folded out). When the steering lock key is in L-H side of instrum ent panel) to un position “... - Page 37 Have the follow ing items checked regularly and p rior to any long trip Fuel Supply Use unleaded gasoline, fo r octane rating see “ Capacities and last page” . Do not force fuel tank flap. Tire Pressure For tire pressure table refer to fuel filler flap or last page.
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Page 38: Catalytic Converter Cautions
Catalytic Converter Cautions overheat. Continued operation of As with any vehicle, do not idle or Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped your vehicle can result in damage park or operate this vehicle in with m onolithic catalytic con areas where com bustible materials to the converter. -
Page 39: Starting And Turning Off The Engine
Starting and Turning off the Engine Engage parking brake or service accelerator to the flo o r and con If the coolant tem perature is very brake before starting the engine. tinue cranking until the engine runs high (e.g. after hard driving on sm oothly. -
Page 40: Starting And Shifting Gears
Starting and Shifting Gears accelerator after having attained Do not store any objects in the the desired speed, the transm ission d rive r’s footwell area because they w ill shift up again. could become lodged under the operator’s pedals thus rendering Gearshifting is controlled by the these controls partially or totally vehicle speed. - Page 41 Starting and Shifting Gears “ D” Drive. Maneuvering degree of the incline, shift selector lever to positions “ S” or “ L ” early All gears are available. The To maneuver in restricted area, enough to maintain engine rpms vehicle starts out in 1 st gear. e.
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Page 42: Safe Driving
Safe Driving heavy loads, high ambient tem Always drive according to the the tires. Under such weather con rule “ Safety firs t” . The com fortable peratures). ditions, drive, steer and brake ride of the vehicle may easily particularly carefully. -
Page 43: Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp
BENZ. is turned to driving position “ 2” and If the parking brake is released and Your MERCEDES-BENZ dealer w ill it must go out when the engine is the brake warning lamp in the in provide you with additional running. -
Page 44: The First 1500 Km/1000 Miles
Coolant Temperature Gauge therefore, be carried out only by Due to the pressurized cooling qualified MERCEDES-BENZ techni system, the coolant only starts cians. The adjustments of the boiling at a tem perature of approx. engine should not be altered in any 125°... - Page 45 Add w indshield washer Have your car w interized in a the more satisfied you w ill be with solvent to the w ater in the MERCEDES-BENZ service station its performance later on. Therefore, w indshield washer system. before the onset of winter.
- Page 46 In ing and steering action. Do not use Any MERCEDES-BENZ service doing this it must, of course, be the cruise control system under station w ill readily advise you.
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Page 47: Vehicle Care
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Page 48: Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System
MERCEDES-BENZ driving, etc. it may be necessary We would also like to draw your service station. -
Page 49: Engine Oil Change And Filter
MERCEDES-BENZ Maintenance System Spare Parts Service Automatic Transmission - Engine Oil Change and Filter All MERCEDES-BENZ service sta Fluid and Filter Change Change tions store the MERCEDES-BENZ original spare parts required for To be carried out every 12 000 km / To be carried out every 48 000 km / m aintenance and repair work. -
Page 50: Cleaning And Care Of The Vehicle
In proofing in the body cavities. diately removed to avoid paint such cases it is best to seek aid at your MERCEDES-BENZ service damage. Frequent washing, how A fter every engine cleaning you station. ever, reduces a n d /o r elim inates the should have the engine com part... -
Page 51: Jobs Related To Care
Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle Tar Stains Steering Wheel, Instrument Cluster Car Wash and Selector Lever Before washing your vehicle, re Quickly remove tar stains before move insect residues. The car they dry and become more d ifficult Use a gentle dish-washing deter should not be washed in the sun. - Page 52 Use the appropriate cleanse thoroughly with clear water. it well with the windows down from MERCEDES-BENZ Touch-Up Stick time to time. If only parts of the top have been for quick and provisional repairs of washed, wet the entire top at the Remove bird droppings immediately.
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Page 54: Ash Trays
Practical Hints Removal of rear ash tray (450 SLC): Rear Seat Cushion (450 SLC) Ash trays Press down ash tray when opening Removal: Push in left and right Removal of front ash tray: it and remove it. Pull out ash tray up to the stop. spring clamps (1 ), slightly raise >... -
Page 55: First Aid Kit
The jack is designed exclusively for excessive w eight is placed on the jacking up the vehicle at the jack rack. Your MERCEDES-BENZ tubes provided on either side of the dealer can give further advice. vehicle. Jack stands must be used... -
Page 56: Wheels, Tires, Changing Wheels
For steel rims only 3000-6000 miles as otherwise the design, version and brand. driving properties deteriorate. See any MERCEDES-BENZ service Slowly leaking air (e.g. due to a station fo r inform ation on tested and nail in the tire) may cause damage recommended wheels and tires for to the tire such as tread separation. -
Page 57: Changing Wheels
Wheels Tires Changing Wheels Changing Wheels as seen from the side, even on 4. Using the com bination wrench, inclines. Jack up the vehicle until loosen but do not yet remove the 1. Depress parking brake pedal. the wheel is clear of the ground. wheel bolts. -
Page 58: Tire Inflation Pressure
Wheels Tires Changing Wheels Tire Inflation Pressure 10. Lower car and remove jack. permissible. The ride of the vehicle, Tighten the five bolts evenly by however, w ill become somewhat A table (see fuel fille r flap or last going around the wheel and harder. -
Page 59: Checking Fuels Coolants
Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. removing cap. The coolant reser vo ir contains hot w ater and is under pressure. First turn cap to first notch to relieve excess pressure using a rag. If opened immediately, hot scalding fluid and steam w ill be blown out under pressure. -
Page 60: Automatic Transmission Fluid Level
Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. The oil level in the transm ission is Automatic Transmission Fluid Level dependent upon the oil temperature. At regular intervals, check the fluid The maximum and minimum oil level of the autom atic transm ission level marks on the dipstick are together with the engine oil level applicable references only if the... -
Page 61: Electrical System
Electrical System Battery Only tow vehicle with the battery connected. The battery is located in the trunk. Only charge battery with the rapid Replenish with distilled water charger when it is disconnected approxim ately every 4 weeks, from the vehicle circuit. and more often in summer and in hot zones. -
Page 62: Replacing Bulbs
Electrical System High beam sealed-beam unit Replacing Bulbs Front Lamps (type 1 ): To remove, push the bulb in and (Sealed Beam Version - Loosen clam ping screws 9, turn to the left, then lift the bulb out. USA Specifications) remove retaining ring and unit, To install, grip the bulb with a paper Cover... - Page 63 Electrical System Bulb for turn signal, clearance Bulb for fog lamp: Tail Lamp Assembly and standing lamps: Loosen securing screws 15 Remove both knurled nuts in the and remove housing. The lamps are located below trunk and pull off lens assembly. Detach holding spring 16, the bumper.
- Page 64 Electrical System 8212 License Plate Lamp Footwell Lamps Dome Lamps Loosen both the securing screws (1) Press off lamp (1) at the nose (2), 450 SLC: of the lamp, detach lens with gas replace bulb and press lamp on To replace the bulb, slightly press ket (2) and pull down lamp hol...
- Page 65 Electrical System Glove Compartment Lamp Trunk Lamp To replace the bulb, pull out lamp. The trunk lamp (1 ) is easily accessible when the trunk lid (2) is opened. To replace the bulb, depress, turn counterclockw ise and take it out.
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Page 66: Sliding Roof-Emergency Operation
Sliding Roof-Emergency Operation (450 SLC) Unlocking of the Filler Flap If the fille r flap cannot be opened bracket (1 ) on the mounting plate Should the electric drive become when the master lock system is un and with a screw driver the manual defective, the sliding roof can also locked, w ithdraw the link of the drive can be rotated and the sliding... -
Page 67: Em Ergency-Starting And Towing The Vehicle
Em ergency-starting and Towing the Vehicle Towing eyes are situated under Never start a hot engine by towing For another starting attempt, tow neath the R-H front and rear end. or pushing the vehicle as the car again fo r a short w hile with the Use a solid towing link such as a catalysts m ight otherwise suffer selector lever in position "N ”... -
Page 68: Jump Starting
Jump Starting • First connect jum per cables to Instructions: If the battery is discharged the engine can be started with jum per the positive battery term inals and A discharged battery can freeze at cables (minimum lead cross section then to the negative terminals. -
Page 69: Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants Etc
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Page 70: Identification Plates
Identification Plates Inform ation Tag When ordering spare parts, please The illustration depicts model California version quote chassis and engine numbers. 450 SL. On model 450 SLC identi Vacuum line routing for fication plates are arranged emission control system accordingly. Emission C ontrol Tag Emission C ontrol Tag Catalyst Inform ation... -
Page 71: Vehicle Data Cards
Data card No. 1 bears the key processing of the order. number and should on no account be left in the vehicle. Submit this card to your MERCEDES-BENZ service station to request a replace ment key in case of loss. <... -
Page 72: Technical Data
Technical Data V-belts: Type ..........450 SL (107 044) Type ..........450 SLC (107 024) Water pump - fan - power steering pump 2 V-belts ..........9 .5x1 17 0 mm Alternator ..........9.5 x 1050 mm Air conditioning ........12.5 x 910 mm Transmission Engine... - Page 73 Technical Data Bulbs 12 V Overall height (ready fo r driving) High and low b e a m s. .Sealed beam insert No. 1 and 2 450 SL: ......Roadster 1300 m m / 51.2 in Fog lamps Hardtop 1290 m m / 50.8 in Turn signal, clearance and 450 SLC:...
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Page 74: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. Capacities Enquire at your MERCEDES-BENZ Vehicle com ponents and their Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us. service station. respective lubricants must match. Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacity Total oil capacity in 8.0 1/8.4 US qt... - Page 75 Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc. Capacities Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 1.3 I/2.7 US pt Rear axle Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 Accelerator control linkage H ydraulic fluid 1.4 I/3.0 US pt Power steering Autom atic transm ission fluid (ATF) M ultipurpose or antifriction approx.
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Page 76: Engine Oils
Inform ation on recommended brands is available to “ Safe D riving” . A recommended engine oil may be at any MERCEDES-BENZ service used fo r topping up if the oil level station. drops to the dipstick minimum mark... -
Page 77: Coolants
If coolant has leaked from the cool boiling at approx. 118° C /224° F, use in your car: MERCEDES-BENZ ing system, replace the missing which means that the pointer of the Anti-Freeze and Summer Coolant. -
Page 78: Service Literature
Service Literature Customers who are interested in ordering service literature for th eir vehicles are advised to contact our subsidiaries in the U.S. or Canada at the follow ing addresses, respectively for U.S.A.: M ercedes-Benz of N.A. Inc. One Mercedes Drive P. - Page 79 The last page What you should know at the gas station • Fuel: Unleaded gasoline: Average Octane of Research and Motor 87 (RON of 91). Fuel tank capacity approx. 90 I/23.8 US gal, this includes a 13 I/3.4 US gal reserve. •...