1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Replacement -> C220, C230, C280, E300, E320, and E430 -> C36, E420, S320, S350, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500 & SL600 -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS

C36, E420, S320, S350, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500 & SL600

  • Disconnect and plug brake hoses, Fig. .
  • Disconnect wear sensor connector.
  • Remove connector, and if required, speed sensor.
  • Remove mounting bolts and caliper from steering knuckle or wheel carrier.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Install new self-locking bolts and tighten to specifications.
    • Only transparent (temperature resistance) wear sensors may be installed on rear axle.
    • Front wear sensors' contacts must correspond to plug connectors.
    • On E420, E430, S320, S350, S420, S500 and S600 models equipped wit...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Brake Booster -> Non-Return Valve
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS

Non-Return Valve

  • Disconnect brake booster vacuum line.
  • Connect pressure tester tool No. 201 589 13 21 00, or equivalent, between brake booster and vacuum line.
  • Start engine and create 10.9-11.6 psi vacuum by opening and suddenly releasing throttle.
  • Turn engine off.
  • If vacuum drops more than 2.9 psi in 30 seconds, replace vacuum line.
  • Torque vacuum line to 22 ft. lbs.

Brake Booster

  • Disconnect brake booster vacuum line.
  • Connect pressure tester tool No. 201 589 13 21 00, or equivalent, between brake booster and vacuum line.
  • Connect suitable pressure tester at brake caliper.
  • Connect Bosch ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, dis...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Inspection -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS

Master Cylinder

Brake master cylinder must not be repair on C36, C220, C230, C280, E300, E320, E420, E430, S420, S500, S600 & SL600. Replace only.

Disassemble
  • Position cylinder in suitable soft jawed vise, Fig. .
  • Slightly press piston using suitable alignment tool and remove cylindrical pin using suitable pliers.
  • Remove locking ring and piston with secondary seal package from housing using suitable pliers.
  • Remove complete piston for floating circuit using light blows to housing on suitable wood support.
Inspection
  • Clean housing and inspect bore. If bore surface is scored or damaged, r...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Brake Booster, Replace -> C36, C220, C230, C280, E300, E320, E420, E430, S320, S350, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500, & SL600
Vehicle: 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 6.0 V12 GAS

Brake Booster, Replace

C36, C220, C230, C280, E300, E320, E420, E430, S320, S350, S420, S500, S600, SL320, SL500, & SL600
  • Remove master cylinder as outlined in "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
  • Inspect master cylinder rear piston for leaks. If no leaks are visible, proceed as follows:
    • Remove and measure brake fluid in booster.
    • If there is more than 3.38 ounces of brake fluid, booster must be re...

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