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2002 Mercedes Benz SL500
5.0L 8-cyl Engine Code 113.960/961 8-cyl Engine Code 113.960/961
302 bhp. @ 5600 rpm / Torque: 339 ft. lbs. @ 2700 rpm
24 Valves Single Overhead Camshaft
5.0L - V 8-cyl (4966 cc) (Gasoline)
Compression Ratio: 10:1

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For example, the manufacturer may have recommended 5W30 motor oil at the time of production (owners manual) & later revised the recommendation to 5W20. This guide will reflect latest recommendation by the manufacturer for this model. If there are no special instructions from the manufacturer, the owner can choose to follow either one of the recommendation without voiding warranty hide example.

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  1. Engine Oil

    Grade 1  »  SEO41
    European Car Formula 5W-40 Classic ESP Synthetic Motor Oil (EFMQT)
    European Car Formula 0W-40 Classic ESP Synthetic Motor Oil (EFOQT)
    Above 5 F  »  15W-40, 15W-50
    Above -4 F  »  10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 10W-60
    Above 23 F  »  20W-40, 20W-50
    All TEMPS  »  0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50
  2. Automatic Transmission

  3. Rear Differential

    Differential, Rear  »  GLS49

    All TEMPS  » 
    No AMSOIL Product Recommendation
  4. Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid  »  PS015

    Power Steering Fluid (PSFCN)
  5. Brake Fluid

    Brake Fluid  »  HBH

    DOT 3 and 4 Brake Fluid (BFLVCN) [1]
  6. Lubricants & Fluids Comments  »  [*]

    [1] Use DOT 4 plus, P/N 000989080701 or products approved on MB
    Sheet 331.0.

  7. Fluid Capacities (drive train fluids)

    Engine, with filter  »  8.5 quarts [1]
    Cooling System, Initial Fill  »  13.2 quarts
    Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant
    AMSOIL Antifreeze and Engine Coolant
    Automatic Transmission, 722.6 Initial Fill  »  Not Specified
    Automatic Transmission, Total Fill
    5 speed 722.6  »  9.6 quarts
    Differential, Rear  »  3 pints
    ANTPC ANT
    Capacities Comments
    [1] On models with oil cooler, additional oil may be needed when
    cooler is drained. Allow 5 minutes after refilling or
    turning engine off before checking oil level.
  8. Chassis Lubrication

    0 Fittings, 0 Plugs
  9. Torque Specifications

    Oil Drain Plug  »  27 ft/lbs

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  1. Filters: Oil, Air, Cabin, Fuel, Transmission, Hydraulic & Crankcase

    Oil Filter MANN Oil Filter (HU7185X)  
    Oil Filter WIX 51226 Oil Filter  
    Air Filter MANN Air Filter (C369832)  
    Air Filter WIX 46799 Air Filter [1]
    Fuel Filter MANN Fuel Filter (WK720)  
    Fuel Filter WIX 33643 Fuel Filter  

    Filter Comments
    [1] 2 Per Package
  2. Gasoline Engine Fuel Additives

    Dominator Octane Boost (AOB)
    AOBDominator Octane Boost (AOB)

    Maximizes power and improves performance in all two-cycle and four-cycle gasoline engines. Reduces engine knock, improves ignition and engine response, helps fuel burn cleaner and inhibits corrosion. Recommended for off-road and racing use. Packag...

    Gasoline Stabilizer (AST)
    ASTGasoline Stabilizer (AST)

    AMSOIL Gasoline Stabilizer (AST) reduces the oxidation process that occurs when fuel is stored for extended periods, improving performance, extending equipment life and decreasing maintenance expenses. Package sizes include: 16-oz. Bottle ...

    P.I Performance Improver (API)
    APIP.I Performance Improver (API)

    P.i. improves fuel mileage an average of 2.3% and up to 5.7%. Reduces emissions such as hydrocarbons (HC) up to 15%, carbon monoxide (CO) up to 26% and nitrous oxides (NOx) up to 17%. Restores power and performance. Reduces the need for costly higher...

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EFM5W-40 FS European Motor Oil (EFM)

Specially Formulated for European Gasoline and Diesel Engines. AMSOIL Synthetic European Motor Oil provides exceptional performance and protection for gasoline and diesel European vehicles. It meets a wide variety of specifications and carries multip...
EFO0W-40 FS European Motor Oil (EFO)

Specially Formulated for European Gasoline and Diesel Engines. AMSOIL Synthetic European Motor Oil provides exceptional performance and protection for gasoline and diesel European vehicles. It meets a wide variety of specifications and carries multip...
ATLSignature Series Fuel-Efficient Synthetic ATF

A fuel efficient automatic transmission fluid recommended for GM, Ford and Toyota transmissions where lighter viscosity oil is required. Provides the same excellent protection and performance as AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle ATF. Recommended ...
OTLOE Series Fuel-Efficient Synthetic ATF

AMSOIL OE Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid provides passenger-car/light-truck transmissions excellent wear protection, sludge resistance and extreme-temperature performance throughout original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-recommended drain inte...
BFLVDOT 3 and 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid (BFLV)

*** This item is available for US customers only *** Brake fluid acts as a hydraulic fluid, transferring power and lubricating brake system components while also preventing corrosion. It must contend with extreme heat and the inevitable moi...
PSFMulti-Vehicle Synthetic Power Steering Fluid (PSF)

AMSOIL Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Power Steering Fluid provides excellent wear protection. Its synthetic formulation delivers better lubricity and reduced friction, resulting in cooler operating temperatures, longer component life and quieter operation....
ANTPCPassenger Vehicle Antifreeze (ANTPC)

Ethylene Glycol 50/50 Pre-Mix Formulation AMSOIL Passenger Car/Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant provides superior heat transfer and excellent protection against corrosion, freezing and boilover. It provides maximum protection in extreme temper...
ANTAntifreeze and Engine Coolant (ANT)

AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant (ANT) is a low-toxicity propylene glycol antifreeze formulated to provide benefits far beyond those found in today's conventional antifreeze and coolant products. This revolutionary formulation provides maximum antifre...
mann oil filterMANN-FILTERS Oil Filters

Oil filters from MANN-FILTER purify oil of dirt and solid particles such as dust, abraded metal, carbon deposits and soot particles. The filter housing is pressure-resistant, protected against corrosion and features a long-life elastomer seal. Use Part Number drop down to select filter.
wix oil filterWIX Automotive, Light Truck & Racing Oil Filters

WIX Oil filters are made with full metal base plate for superior strength at the double seal & also feature a silicone anti-drainback valve. Glass enhanced media in WIX oil filters offers greater efficiency, capturing more 10 to 12 micron sized particles than other cellulose or synthetic blend medias.
mann air filterMANN-FILTERS Air Filters

MANN-FILTER air filters feature optimum pleat geometry for maximum dirt holding capacity and high filtration efficiency for engine protection. They also correct air flow, enhancing engine protection.

Maintenance Schedule as Provided by OEM Documentation

Distance:
15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Windshield wipers
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Motorized mechanical arms with rubber inserts used to wipe the windshield or back glass.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
45,000 miles (72,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
45,000 miles (72,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
36
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Fuel filler cap
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.02
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A cap used to seal a vehicle's fuel filler neck.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Air filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Fuel filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.8
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A replaceable metal or plastic canister that prevents particulate matter and most contaminants in the fuel from reaching the engine.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Spark plugs
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
1.5
Parts Units:
16
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
75,000 miles (120,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
36
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Fuel filler cap
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.02
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A cap used to seal a vehicle's fuel filler neck.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Air filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Fuel filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.8
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A replaceable metal or plastic canister that prevents particulate matter and most contaminants in the fuel from reaching the engine.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Spark plugs
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
1.5
Parts Units:
16
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
135,000 miles (216,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
135,000 miles (216,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
36
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
165,000 miles (264,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Fuel filler cap
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.02
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A cap used to seal a vehicle's fuel filler neck.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Air filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Spark plugs
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
1.5
Parts Units:
16
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Fuel filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.8
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A replaceable metal or plastic canister that prevents particulate matter and most contaminants in the fuel from reaching the engine.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
180,000 miles (288,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
36
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
195,000 miles (312,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
210,000 miles (336,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
210,000 miles (336,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
210,000 miles (336,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
210,000 miles (336,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
210,000 miles (336,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
210,000 miles (336,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
225,000 miles (360,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
225,000 miles (360,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
36
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Fuel filler cap
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.02
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A cap used to seal a vehicle's fuel filler neck.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Air filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Fuel filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.8
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A replaceable metal or plastic canister that prevents particulate matter and most contaminants in the fuel from reaching the engine.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Spark plugs
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
1.5
Parts Units:
16
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
240,000 miles (384,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
255,000 miles (408,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
270,000 miles (432,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
270,000 miles (432,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
270,000 miles (432,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
270,000 miles (432,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
270,000 miles (432,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
270,000 miles (432,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
270,000 miles (432,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
36
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
285,000 miles (456,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Adjust
Item:
Parking brake
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive shaft
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A sturdy metal tube with universal joints on either end that connects the engine to a differential on a rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Fuel filler cap
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.02
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A cap used to seal a vehicle's fuel filler neck.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Inspect & lubricate
Item:
Parking brake cable guides
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Lubricated guides used in routing the parking brake cable between the control handle/pedal and brakes.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Air filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2
Parts Units:
2
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Fuel filter
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.8
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A replaceable metal or plastic canister that prevents particulate matter and most contaminants in the fuel from reaching the engine.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Spark plugs
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
1.5
Parts Units:
16
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The outer panels that shroud the mechanical and electrical workings of a vehicle.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Chassis
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The frame of a vehicle to which the body attaches.
Distance:
300,000 miles (480,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Brake fluid
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.

Service Bulletin as Provided by OEM & NHTSA

Bulletin Date:
2001-06-01
Bulletin Number:
55012
NHTSA Item Number:
621576

Component Description: Visibility:power window devices and controls.

Service Bulletin Summary: Information stating that the cellular phone system in certain vehicles no longer use the automatic mast antenna. ( nhtsa item number - 621576 ).

Bulletin Date:
2001-08-01
Bulletin Number:
PI8264137A
NHTSA Item Number:
622048

Component Description: Equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc. .

Service Bulletin Summary: Subject regarding voice activated cellular telephone / cd changer installation instructions. ( nhtsa item number - 622048 ).

Bulletin Date:
2005-08-01
Bulletin Number:
2005070017
NHTSA Item Number:
10016632

Component Description: Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator.

Service Bulletin Summary: The alternator regulator may fail to prevent voltage values ranging beyond the specified tolerance limits. ( nhtsa item number - 10016632 ).

Bulletin Date:
2006-04-01
Bulletin Number:
463040
NHTSA Item Number:
10019990

Component Description: Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump.

Service Bulletin Summary: Flow noises from area of power steering pump and/or foaming of power steering oil in reservoir. ( nhtsa item number - 10019990 ).

Bulletin Date:
2006-04-01
Bulletin Number:
2006030011
NHTSA Item Number:
10019993

Component Description: Electrical system.

Service Bulletin Summary: A potential malfunction which could render the secondary air injection pump relay inoperable thereby affecting the proper operation of the secondary air injection pump. ( nhtsa item number - 10019993 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-06-01
Bulletin Number:
TSB-42-10-10
NHTSA Item Number:
10030929

Component Description: (A) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components., (B) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:differential proportional valve., (C) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc., (D) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper., (E) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads., (F) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor., (G) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum., (H) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:drum., (I) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/linings., (J) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:wheel cylinders., (K) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings., (L) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. Once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an ( nhtsa item number - 10030929 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-06-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-090930
NHTSA Item Number:
10030964

Component Description: (A) Service brakes, hydraulic., (B) Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components., (C) Traction control system.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mercedes: the limited warranty on the sbc hydraulic unit for models 211, model 219 and models 230 was extended from the original 4 years/50,000 miles to 10 years with no mileage limitation. The sbc hydraulic unit extended limited warranty ( nhtsa item number - 10030964 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-07-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-P-047527
NHTSA Item Number:
10030939

Component Description: Parking brake.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mercedes: parktronic intermittently not functioning. The function works again after a short time or distance. When the foot operated parking brake is applied, the parktronic system is deactivated. If the foot operated parking brake is o ( nhtsa item number - 10030939 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-07-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-P-047124
NHTSA Item Number:
10030941

Component Description: Digital instrument panel.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mercedes: cracking noise from the area of the instrument panel/firewall when cornering, during throttle lift off and on uneven roads. Stress at the spot welds on the firewall to the right of the brake booster can result in cracking noises ( nhtsa item number - 10030941 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-06-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-91-60-193
NHTSA Item Number:
10034306

Component Description: Air bags.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mercedes: airbag durability and reliability. Air bag srs control module (n2/2) does not have a set shelf life and will normally be reliable for the life of a vehicle. With 164, 216 221, 251 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset ( nhtsa item number - 10034306 ).


Recall Data Provided by NHTSA

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1
Make(s):
ACURA, BMW, CHEVROLET, DODGE, FORD, GMC, HONDA, JEEP, KIA, LEXUS, MAZDA, MERCEDES BENZ, MINI, MITSUBISHI, NISSAN, PONTIAC, PORSCHE, SCION, SUBARU, TOYOTA, VOLKSWAGEN
Model(s):
124, 129, 140, 202, 210, ACCORD, ALTIMA, AVENGER, BOXSTER, C10, CAMARO, CAMRY, CAPRICE, CARAVAN, CAVALIER, CHEROKEE, CIVIC, COOPER, COROLLA, CORVETTE, CRX, DAKOTA, E36, E38, E39, E46, ECLIPSE, ECONOLINE, ELEMENT, EXPLORER, F-150, F-250, FOCUS, FRONTIER, GALANT, GOLF, GRAND CHEROKEE, GRAND PRIX, IMPREZA, INTEGRA, INTREPID, LANCER, LEGEND, MAXIMA, MAZDA6, MIRAGE, MUSTANG, NEON, PASSAT, PATHFINDER, PICKUP, PROTEGE, RAM, RANGER, RX300, S10, SENTRA, SIERRA, SILVERADO, SPORTAGE, STRATUS, TACOMA, TUNDRA, W163, XB
Year(s):
1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Manufacturer:
DOPE, INC.
NHTSA ID:
09E025000
Recall Date:
May 11th, 2009
Units Affected:
42,540

Affected Component: Exterior lighting:headlights.

Summary: Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. " these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors. .

Conequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. .

Remedy: Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798. .

Notes: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer. In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc. The list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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