2001 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 281

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Center. Model Engine with oil filter Automatic transmission Rear axle Hydraulic system for adaptive damping system (ADS) Power steering Front wheel hubs Brake system SL 500 SL 600 Capacity 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 10.6 US qt (10.0 l) 9.6 US qt (9.1 l) 1.5 US qt (1.4 l) approx. 4.8 US qt (4.5 l) approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) approx. 2.1 oz (60 g) each approx. 0.5 US qt (0.5 l) Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Recommended engine oils Automatic transmission fluid Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90 MB Hydraulic fluid MB Power steering fluid High temperature roller bearing grease MB Brake fluid (DOT 4) Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities Instruments and controls Operation Driving 277 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index