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1983 Mercedes 380SL

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1983 380SL.

Model year1984 1983

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine 85W-90 · GL-5 in the differential.

Differential Gear Oil	85W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	2.7 Pints

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

System too lean — Bank 1

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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