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Remove/install bottom engine compartment paneling - AR61.20-P-1105RK
2013 Mercedes Benz SL550SECTION Remove/install bottom engine compartment paneling - AR61.20-P-1105RK
MODEL 231
| Picture item, etc. | Work instructions | ||
| Risk of death caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform | Align vehicle between columns of vehicle lift and position four support plates at vehicle lift support points specified by vehicle manufacturer. | AS00.00-Z-0010-01A | |
| Raise vehicle with vehicle lift | AR00.60-P-1000TX | ||
| 1 | Center engine compartment paneling (1) | Rechargeable drill/screwdriver |
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| 4 | Front engine compartment paneling (3) | Unscrew bolts (4) and remove front engine compartment paneling (3). Rechargeable drill/screwdriver |
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| 6 | Rear engine compartment paneling (5) | Unscrew bolts (6) and remove rear engine compartment paneling (5). Rechargeable drill/screwdriver |
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.