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Mercedes Sl Years 1989-2001 (R129, MK 5)

Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How to remove the seats in the Mercedes SL?

In this tutorial, we can see how to remove the seats in the Mercedes SL, a very simple and fast operation. Before proceeding, open the engine hood and …read all…
Posted on 30 November 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How to remove the radio and central console of the Mercedes SI R129 version?

Let's see how to remove the radio from the central console of this Mercedes R129 version: we will need to insert the special keys into the appropriate holes in …read all…
Posted on 9 November 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How to replace the hydraulic piston of the soft top on the Mercedes SL?

In order to replace the hydraulic piston of the soft top on the Mercedes SL you have to tilt the backrests of the front seats forward and you will also have to …read all…
Posted on 12 November 2022 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How to open the trunk lid of the Mercedes SL 500 MK5

Let's see in this short video the procedure to open the rear hatch, even in the event of a malfunction of the lock, of the Mercedes SL 500 fifth series. To …read all…
Posted on 16 August 2022 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How to replace the key battery of the Mercedes SL Roadster R129

Inside the key of your Mercedes SL Roadster R129 there are four small button batteries, but despite this their replacement is particularly simple and quick. …read all…
Posted on 17 November 2022 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Mercedes SL front seat disassembly guide

In this video tutorial we will see the main instructions that will allow us to disassemble the front seat of the Mercedes SL, following the instructions below. …read all…
Posted on 26 April 2024 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How do you replace the lift cylinders of the Mercedes SL convertible top?

In order to replace the lifting cylinders of the Mercedes SL soft top, you need to loosen the screws located in the upper part of the door pillar and remove …read all…
Posted on 27 February 2024 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How to close or open the soft top on Mercedes SL 560

Let's see in this video how to close or open the soft top on a Mercedes SL 560, first series, following the instructions below. First of all, let's go and …read all…
Posted on 27 January 2024 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Remove the fuel pump on Mercedes Sl

We do not know how to disassemble the fuel pump of the Mercedes Sl? Let's see how the fuel pump is disassembled and replaced. We lift the car with a column …read all…
Posted on 12 January 2024 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Remove car radio on Mercedes Sl

Do we want to replace the car radio of a Mercedes Sl? Let's take apart the car radio to replace it with a more recent one, let's see how. Insert the keys into …read all…
Posted on 20 December 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How to replace the spark plugs in your car

The guide wants to provide help for those who are about to change the spark plugs of their car independently. Car spark plugs are a very important part of the …read all…
Posted on 10 September 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Hydraulic circuit structure replacement

Hydraulic systems do significant work and require constant maintenance. The following guide shows how to replace the hose of the hydraulic circuit of our car. …read all…
Posted on 10 September 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
How to reinstall the instrument cluster

Installing the color trim for the dashboard of your car is not a very difficult task in itself and it also has a major color impact on the look of your car. …read all…
Posted on 9 September 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Removing the front door panel.

Open the door and place a tripod under it to support it during work. Remove the wood trim stuck under the door opening mechanism. Remove the remaining wood …read all…
Posted on 5 September 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Console lighting arrangement

If it happens that when you turn on the lights, the center console does not light up uniformly, then it is likely that some backlight bulbs may have burned …read all…
Posted on 3 September 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Replacement of front shock absorber supports

If you hear a creaking coming from the engine compartment, especially when driving on the bumpy road, it is likely that the front shock absorber supports have …read all…
Posted on 1 September 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Replacement of the sun visor support mask cap

In case of breakage of the cap that acts as a mask for the sun visor support, it can be replaced very easily: unhook what remains of the old cap to access the …read all…
Posted on 31 August 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Removing the squeegee gasket

The one present on the edge of the door immediately under the window is known as the glass scraper gasket as the function of allowing the glass to slide …read all…
Posted on 31 August 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Window microswitch removal instructions

A micro switch is located on the inner bottom of the door which controls and stops the run of the window when the glass comes into contact with it; to be able …read all…
Posted on 29 August 2023 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sl (1989-2001 / R129, MK 5)
Gear cable bushing installation

In the coupling area between the gear cable and the lever on the gearbox there is a plastic bushing which over time can give way until it comes away from its …read all…
Posted on 27 August 2023 by ScegliAuto
Shock absorbers (1) Air conditioning (1) Car stereo (5) Air Vents (1) Gearbox (1) Spark plugs (1) Soft top (13) Bodywork (3) Key (3) V-belt (1) Air conditioning (1) Checks and maintenance (5) Dashboard (1) Differential (1) Air filter (1) Cabin air filter (2) Oil filter (1) Grille (1) Accessory Kit (1) Light bulb (1) Side turn signal light bulb (1) Dashboard light (3) Engine (2) Window motor (1) Engine oil (2) Door panel (3) Windshield (1) Front bumper (1) Rear bumper (1) Brake pads (1) Gear Shift Knob (1) Fuel pump (1) Instrument cluster (1) Radiator (1) Fuse box (1) Seat (6) Outside rearview mirror (1) Windscreen wipers (1) Valve (1)

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How to set the time on the Peugeot 308

If we need to change the time on this car we can follow the instructions given in this video tutorial and read the instructions below. First of all, access the driver's seat and turn on the ignition. On the right multifunction lever there are the controls with the arrows to scroll the various menu functions and scroll the various functions up to "display adjust", after which press the button behind the lever to change the time, once set the new value press again the key with the arrow indication and modify the minutes in this way the work will be completed.

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