2008 Mercedes-Benz SL600 Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL600 takes on a twelve-cylinder convertible with a turbocharger. Specifically, the engine is a 5.5L V12 of 336 cubic inches using single overhead cams and gasoline, and the car is a two-door convertible in Base trim. Owners and shops get engine, driveline, chassis and electrical coverage in one reference, with the specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams that the V12 and its body call for.

Engines covered

• 5.5L V12 (336 cu in) — SOHC, turbocharged, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door convertible

Trims covered

• Base

Known issues on the 2008 SL600. The manual gives procedures for the 2008 SL600's turbocharged 5.5L V12 covering forced induction, fuel delivery, ignition and cooling, along with specifications and torque values. Beyond the engine, the manual takes in the brakes, steering and suspension of the convertible, and wiring diagrams and diagnostics carry the body electrical work, so a fault can be followed from symptom to circuit.