2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550 Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550 covers a Base-trim 2-door convertible and its single engine choice. That engine is a 5.5-liter, 333-cubic-inch V8, naturally aspirated, with double overhead camshafts and a gasoline diet. The manual sets out specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams for the lone drivetrain and single body.

Engines covered

• 5.5L V8 (333 cu in) — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door convertible

Trims covered

• Base

Known issues on the 2008 SL550. Four owner complaints name the 2008 SL550. Their components are spread out rather than clustered: one points to the engine and engine cooling, one to the seats, and one to the hydraulic service brakes. The manual gives cooling system procedures, hydraulic brake specifications, seat wiring diagrams, diagnostics and torque values for those areas.