How to Add Power Steering Fluid to a 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500 5.0L V8
Mercedes-Benz SL500 Model Years - 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
Where to find the power steering wheel fluid in a 2001 SL500
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Is your SL500 hard to turn? You might need to add power steering fluid - this video shows you how to correctly add power steering fluid to your 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500. Adding power steering fluid to your SL500 is easy (the hardest part is determining where is the power steering reservoir in your SL500) and should be done whenever your power steering fluid is low. Before adding power steering fluid, be sure to check your owners manual to determine what type of power steering fluid to add to your SL500. This information will typically be located in the back of the manual in a section title fluid capacities and specifications.
In a few days, check the power steering fluid level in your SL500 to make sure you don't have a leak. If you notice the power steering fluid level is low, see our how to fix minor power steering fluid leaks video.
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