What should the idle speed be on a Mercedes Benz?

Normal idle, warmed up, should be right around 500 rpm. It should stay there very solidly.

What’s the idle RPM on a Mercedes 380SL?

380SL Mercedes – out of no where, once the engine warms up the RPM”s shoot up from normal idle @ 500 RPM to first 1000 RPM then 1500 RPM and settling at between 1500 and 2000. What can I do to get it … read more

What’s the idle control valve on a 1990 500SL?

500SL (1990) Engine Idle Control ValveThe engine starts well… Lou, I replaced the rotors, distributor caps and forward cam sensor in my 1990 500sl. I put 2 containers of Techron in a full tank of gas and let it sit … read more 300ce: 1989 benz ce300.

How long does a car run at high idle?

High Idle: This Vehicle Starts Up and Runs Great for Three Minutes… This vehicle starts up and runs great for three minutes, then the rpm’s hunt 800-1100 rpm’s then goes up to 1500 to 1800 rpm’s. I have cleaned the Idle control valve with no help.

What’s the value of a 1990 Mercedes 500SL?

**Figure based on a stock 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL valued at $11,800 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.

What was the Mercedes Benz SL in 1990?

The R129 version of the Mercedes-Benz SL is no exception. For the 1990 model year, Mercedes had prepared a replacement for the R107 design that had served the SL-Class since 1972. The new R129 design received a state-of-the-art adjustable sport-luxury suspension and an all-new chassis.