1986 Mercedes 560 SL Service Manual
1986 Mercedes 560 SL — Covers engine, fuel system, exhaust, and electrical systems. PN 117.967
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Mercedes Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL, 420SEL, 560SEL, 560SEC
Sub-models / Variants: 2-Door Coupe, Roadster
Build Years: 1986–1987
Serial Numbers: 92H26846
Technical Data:
- Engine: 4.2L V8 and 5.6L V8
- Engine identification codes: 116.965 (4.2L), 117.967 (560SL), 117.968 (560SEL/SEC)
- Compression ratio: 9.0:1
- Cylinder head bolt torque: 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) initial, 43 ft-lbs (58 Nm) final
- Crankshaft pulley bolt torque: 295 ft-lbs (400 Nm)
- Connecting rod torque: 33 ft-lbs (45 Nm) plus 90-degree angle turn
- Main bearing torque: 37 ft-lbs (50 Nm) large bolts, 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) small bolts
- Oil capacity: 8.5 quarts (8.0L) with filter change
- Oil pressure: 7 psi (0.5 kg/cm2) at idle, 43 psi (3.0 kg/cm2) at 3000 RPM
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Mercedes-Benz 560 SL 1986 Factory Repair Manual Documentation
- Built for owners and workshops servicing the 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL, including comprehensive engine and supplemental restraint system documentation
- Original OEM publication from Mitchell Repair Information Company, 1998 revision
- Contains 3 detailed engine assembly diagrams, 1 cylinder head tightening sequence chart, and 1 complete Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) component locator
- Delivered as a direct download the moment payment clears
- Print resolution preserves exploded-view detail
- This 100-page factory document is the definitive source for engine overhaul, valve timing, and SRS safety procedures for the 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL build
Component and Engine Overhaul Scope
The 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL workshop manual provides detailed information regarding the 4.2L and 5.6L V8 engine assemblies. Topics include engine removal and installation, intake and exhaust manifold service, cylinder head removal, camshaft timing chain procedures, and piston and rod assembly. The text details the specific silicone-lapping requirements for aluminum cylinder bores to prevent seizure.
Additional chapters document the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), identifying the functions of the energy accumulator, voltage converter, and slip ring assembly. This section provides the necessary safety precautions for disabling the air bag module and procedures for the deployment of faulty units. You can learn more about how factory workshop documentation is structured by reviewing our site resources.
Engine and Torque Specification Highlights
The 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL service manual includes extensive technical tables for engine rebuilds and air conditioning system diagnostics. The document lists torque values for connecting rod bolts, camshaft bracket bolts, and crankshaft pulleys. Main bearing clearance is documented at 0.0018–0.0033 inches in the bearing specification table. The coolant system capacity for the 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL is 8.0 liters. Valve clearance settings for the hydraulic lifters are provided for precise base setting adjustments. This official 100-page Mitchell OEM workshop manual covers the 1986–1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL, documenting engine, chassis, electrical, and supplemental restraint system specifications for the 117.967-series engine build.
Note: Reference only — always consult a certified technician before performing service on this equipment.
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