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Identification Plates

When ordering spare parts, please

The illustration depicts model

quote chassis and engine numbers.

380 S L On model 380 SLC identifi
cation plates are arranged a ccor
dingly.

Certification Tag (left door pillar)

3 Chassis No.

Identification Tag (left window

4 Body No. and Paintwork No.

post)

5 Engine No.

Information Tag

California version

Vacuum line routing for

emission control system

7 Emission Control Tag

Emission Control Tag

Catalyst Information

Summary of Contents for 1982 380 SL

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual 380 SL 380 SLC...

Page 2: ...luggage racks when not in use not warm up your engine at idle and with the vehicle at standstill avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration avoid frequent braking avoid unnecessarily high speeds hav...

Page 3: ...380 SL 380 SLC Type 107 1981...

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Page 5: ...EDES maybe this is your first car from the DAIMLER BENZ company In both cases for your own benefit please read this owner s manual before putting it away Even though you have been driving a car for ye...

Page 6: ...g L o c k 18 Lighting Switch 19 Combination S w itch 20 Cruise Control 21 Automatic Climate C ontrol 22 Various Equipment 25 Interior Lamps 25 Rear View M irro rs 25 Sun V is o r 25 Lighter 26 Heated...

Page 7: ...Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc 63 Engine Oil Level Check 63 Checking Coolant Level 64 Automatic Transmission Fluid Level 65 Electrical S ystem 66 Replacing Bulbs 66 Fuses 70 Battery 70 Spark...

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Page 9: ...Vehicle Operation...

Page 10: ...380 SL Switch for front dome lamps 380 SLC Switch for rear dome lamp 15 Switch for automatic antenna page 33 16 Switch for heated rear window page 26 17 380 SLC Switch for electric sliding roof page 3...

Page 11: ...Instruments and Controls 9...

Page 12: ...icator lamp red When the indicator lamp comes on the 02 Sensor must be replaced 13 Seat belt warning lamp red 14 Brake pad wear indicator lamp yellow Lights up during braking if the front wheel brake...

Page 13: ...Instrument Cluster 11...

Page 14: ...left with an attendant Be sure to lock glove compartment and trunk with the master key Obtaining Replacement Keys Replacement keys can be obtained only via MERCEDES BENZ service stations If the keys a...

Page 15: ...ocking of the trunk lid for positive prevention of access to trunk by unauthorized persons Before leaving vehicle with an attendant lock trunk with master key square head by turning key clockwise to s...

Page 16: ...krests are vacuum locked when the doors are closed One can unlock them from the rear seat by means of a button 5 accommodated in the respective lateral panelling of the rear passen ger compartment Wit...

Page 17: ...iewed in driving direction Finally pull out headrest completely with both hands The headrest locking knob of the front seat is located below the LH headrest post 2 Seat Heater The seat heater can be s...

Page 18: ...th latch plate 1 over shoulder and lap The belt must not be twisted Press latch plate 1 into buckle 2 and allow to engage audibly The belt must be tight and must be checked for tightness imme diately...

Page 19: ...ap press tongue in lock 2 and allow to engage audibly The belt must not be twisted but must be tight Seats To shorten the belt pull belt end with the latch plate engaged To lengthen the belt turn the...

Page 20: ...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 attem...

Page 21: ...headlamps 3 Standing lamps right 4 Standing lamps left A Turn to position 2 and pull out to first detent same as position 2 plus fog lamps B Available for an option Note With the steering lock key rem...

Page 22: ...ectional changes of the vehicle such as changing lanes on a highway move combina tion switch to the point of resis tance only and hold it there 6 Control for windshield washer system When the washer s...

Page 23: ...en the switch is released the newly set speed remains 3 Cancelling To cancel the cruise control briefly push lever to position 3 The cruise control will also be cancelled if the brake pedal is actuate...

Page 24: ...AUTO LO button 4 AUTO HI button 5 BI LEVEL button 6 DEF button 7 Refrigerant compressor switch 8 Swivelling outlets for cooled air 9 Swivelling outlets for side ventilation 10 Lever for side ventilati...

Page 25: ...be briefly selected in the case of odorous or dust annoyances or when passing through an auto matic car wash 3 AUTO LO button Normal vehicle operation This setting will provide heating or cooling of t...

Page 26: ...sor switch Switching the air conditioning compressor on and off The compressor can be switched off completely in the positions AUTO LO and AUTO HI e g if no cooling is required because of low ambient...

Page 27: ...ously switched on The rear dome lamp is switched on and off by means of the toggle switch on the instrument panel Rear View Mirrors Outside rear view mirror Outside rear view mirror 2 can be randomly...

Page 28: ...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 automatically after a maxi mum of 30 m...

Page 29: ...2 All four windows can then be operated using the switches in the center console The rear side windows can also be ope rated using the switches 5 in each rear side panel as long as the safety switch...

Page 30: ...cover can be locked If the top bow cannot be raised in this position shift lever 7 to position E 2 Lift up top bow 3 Open top storage compartment cover 3 4 Disengage top framework by turning locks 4 i...

Page 31: ...emoval of hardtop 1 Disengage rear locks with levers 1 and 7 Lever 1 in position B lever 7 in position E 2 Turn side locks 8 rearwards to the stop with locking handles 3 Insert locking handles into wi...

Page 32: ...op however be kept in the car unfold and air it thoroughly do not expose to the sun at regular intervals during the wet and cold seasons A special container for the storage of roadster tops or hardtop...

Page 33: ...ne Control 3 Push buttons for band selection and tuning of preset stations 4 Manual tuning control 5 Wave band indicator 6 Cassette eject 7 Fast forward 8 Fast rewind 9 Track indicator 10 Track change...

Page 34: ...s and restore clarity However fringe area reception requires the antenna fully extended to receive weak incoming signals The antenna can be operated by depressing the res pective side of the rocker sw...

Page 35: ...dio switched on and the key in steering lock positions 1 or 2 If the antenna switch is in center position the antenna extends automatically to a specific height Radio if the antenna switch is engaged...

Page 36: ...witch on time of accessory Automatic or manual search station seeker bar MMT RIH Cassette track switch and track indicator Fast tape rewind locking button ira ra q 17 Fast tape forward locking button...

Page 37: ...lay panel Automatic station search Switch to the wave band desired by pressing any of the following buttons for FM buttons I E through S 3 for AM buttons EZ3 through jEJ By pressing the right side of...

Page 38: ...M wave band press the function control button Depress and hold the h rnni left or right side button The frequency will increase or decrease respectively in increments of 0 1 MHz for FM or 1 0 KHz for...

Page 39: ...ing position When the end of one playing side is reached the unit switches automatically to reverse for playing the second track Manual reverse can be activated by depressing the cassette track switch...

Page 40: ...rn an accessory e g seat heating system on at a preset time To set either timer the ignition key must be in position 1 or 2 Timer ED can only turn the radio on with the ignition key in position 1 or 2...

Page 41: ...Driving 39...

Page 42: ...gnition system Because of the high voltage it is highly dangerous to touch any com ponents ignition coil distributor spark plug sockets ignition cables diagnostic socket of the ignition system if the...

Page 43: ...utomatic Transmission See Checking Fuels Coolants Lubri cants etc Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc and last page 4 Coolant Level See Checking Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc a...

Page 44: ...lin ders indicated by audible signs excessive unburned fuel may reach the converter causing it to overheat Continued operation of your vehicle can result in damage to the converter For the same reason...

Page 45: ...Temperatures about 15 C 3 5 C 59 F 9 5 F Turn the key in steering lock clock wise to the stop Start without actuating accelerator Release key only when the engine is running smoothly Turning off Turn...

Page 46: ...cle may otherwise start creep ing when the selector lever is in a driving position Accelerator position Partial throttle early upshifting normal acceleration Full throttle retarded upshifting maximum...

Page 47: ...ricted area e g when pulling into a parking space control the car speed by gradually releasing the service brake Accelerate gently and do not pump the accelerator To rock a car out of soft ground mud...

Page 48: ...t which a vehicle driven on dry roads can still be fully controlled must be reduced when the same vehicle is to be driven safely on a wet or icy road You should pay particular attention to the contiti...

Page 49: ...rake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp The brake pad wear indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the key in the steering lock is turned to driving position 2 and it must go out when the engine i...

Page 50: ...systems of the engine sen e to keep the toxic com ponents of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law Nevertheless we urgently advise you not to let the engine run in a closed garag...

Page 51: ...ndicates the fuel consumption ten dency during the various driving modes If while driving the pointer travels to the right into the red field this indicates an increase in the momentary fuel consumpti...

Page 52: ...fect We therefore recommend depress ing the brake pedal repeatedly when travelling on salt strewn roads at length This can bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to normal A prerequisite is...

Page 53: ...Vehicle Care 51...

Page 54: ...ar preferably in spring Use only brake fluids recommended by MERCEDES BENZ The vehicle must receive the pre scribed maintenance and or lubri cation work at the specified inter vals as listed in the ma...

Page 55: ...o the maintenance booklet Under severe operating conditions have the automatic transmission fluid changed every 24 000 km 15 000 miles without filter change All MERCEDES BENZ service stations maintain...

Page 56: ...do not neglect the underside of the car A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbody followed by a rustproofing treatment Your vehicle has been treated at the factory with a wax...

Page 57: ...windshield wiper blades with a clean cloth and washing solution Replace blades once or twice a year Plastic Vinyl and Rubber Parts Do not use oil or wax on these parts Seat Belts The webbing must not...

Page 58: ...a tely The organic acid swells the rubber and causes the top to leak In general regular spraying or cleansing with clear water will do Wash top only when heavily soiled not every time the car is washe...

Page 59: ...Practical Hints 57...

Page 60: ...ss down ash tray when opening it and remove it To install ash tray Position ash tray squarely and push in Rear Seat Cushion 380 SLC Removal Push in left and right spring clamps 1 slightly raise rear s...

Page 61: ...ports may lead to marring of the paint or even denting of the roof if excessive weight is placed on the rack Your MERCEDES BENZ dealer can give further advice Spare Wheel Jack Vehicle Tool Kit Spare w...

Page 62: ...ing the same sense of rotation Rotating how ever should be carried out before the characteristic tire wear pattern shoulder wear on front wheels and tread center wear on rear wheels becomes visible at...

Page 63: ...ck tubes are behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings 6 Insert jack arm into the tube hole up to the stop Position the jack so that it will always be vertical as seen fr...

Page 64: ...mer and winter tires as well as for the varying operating conditions Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort Increased inflation pressures for heavy load...

Page 65: ...nd and the oil level must be somewhere between the lower and the upper mark on dipstick 1 do not replenish in excess of the upper mark Wipe dipstick before any oil level measurement To determine the o...

Page 66: ...and is under pres sure First turn cap to first notch to relieve excess pressure using a rag If opened immediately hot scalding fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure If a small amount of coo...

Page 67: ...h filter into the dipstick ope ning Even the slightest impurity may cause operational troubles The oil level in the transmission is dependent upon the oil tempera ture The maximum and minimum oil leve...

Page 68: ...ra mount importance to the roadwor thiness of the car Check and readjust headlamps at regular inter vals and invariably when a lamp has been replaced Front Lamps 1 Cover 2 Securing screws for cover 3...

Page 69: ...ed that the lug in the lens is at the bottom 14 Bulb for fog lamp Loosen securing screws 15 and remove housing Detach holding spring 16 remove bulb 14 and discon nect plug 17 Tail Lamp Assembly Remove...

Page 70: ...the lens it must be assured that the lug in the lens is on the L H side Footwell Lamps Press off lamp 1 at the nose 2 replace bulb and press lamp on again Dome Lamps 380 SLC To replace the bulb slight...

Page 71: ...tment Lamp To replace the bulb pull out lamp Electrical System Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp 1 is easily accessible when the trunk lid 2 is opened To replace the bulb depress turn counterclockwise and tak...

Page 72: ...lled to the maximum level when the water level in the cell filling chamber stops going down If battery acid is to be extracted for battery diagnosis purposes perforate the diaphragm with the hydromete...

Page 73: ...trunk R H side for this purpose By means of the adapter 3 held in clockwise bracket 1 on the mounting plate and with a screwdriver the manual drive can be rotated and the sliding roof moved to the des...

Page 74: ...one minute in order to ensure sufficient oil pressure in the transmission To start the engine move selector lever to L Only touch the accele rator when the engine is revolving As soon as the engine h...

Page 75: ...h idle First connect jumper cables to the positive battery terminals and then to the negative terminals Start engine as normal After the engine has started first remove jumper cables from the negative...

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Page 77: ...Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc 75...

Page 78: ...0 SLC identifi cation plates are arranged accor dingly 1 Certification Tag left door pillar 3 Chassis No 2 Identification Tag left window 4 Body No and Paintwork No post 5 Engine No 76 6 Information T...

Page 79: ...ng of the order Your car is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the owner s service and warranty policy booklet and your dealer will ex change or repair any defective parts in accorda...

Page 80: ...on ra tio 8 3 Output according to S A E 155 net bhp 4750 rpm Rring order 1 5 4 8 6 3 7 2 78 V belts Water pump fan power steering pump 2 V belts 9 5x1100 mm Alternator 9 5 x Air conditioning 12 5x 930...

Page 81: ...S L 5 W festoon lamp 380 SLC 10W festoon lamp Glove compartment la m p 5W festoon lamp Trunk la m p 5W 3 cp Main Dimensions Overall vehicle length 380 SL 4630 mm 182 3 in 380 SLC 4990 mm 196 4 in Ove...

Page 82: ...d recommended by us service station Total oil capacity in case of engine oil and filter change Automatic transmission Fuels coolants lubricants etc Recommended engine oil Ambient temp SAE grades 50 32...

Page 83: ...oz each Multipurpose grease Grease nipples Multipurpose or lubrication grease Door locks Special grease Battery terminals Bosch special grease Brake reservoir approx 0 5 1 1 1 US pt Brake fluid Windsh...

Page 84: ...operation oil in the factory or in a MERCEDES BENZ service station This oil is specially developed for the specific operating conditions during the first 1300 1600 km 800 1000 miles A recommended eng...

Page 85: ...or Without antifreeze in the cooling system the water already starts boiling at approx 118 C 224 F which means that the pointer of the temperature gauge in the in strument cluster may still be below t...

Page 86: ...es Benz of Canada 849 Eglinton Ave East Toronto 17 Ont Canada Att Service Department Tel 416 425 3550 The above companies will be happy to handle any such requests from customers We consider this to b...

Page 87: ...10 W 40 10 W 50 15 W 40 15 W 50 For further information refer to page 80 Automatic transmission fluid ATF For level checks and replenishment refer to page 65 For normal replenishment use water potable...

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