Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Service & Repair Manual 2002–2008

Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, 2002 to 2008. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC · 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged · 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged · 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged · 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged.

01 / Model yearsChoose your SL55 AMG year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2008 $40.99 5.5L V8; 5.5L V12; 6.0L V12 Base Convertible 2-Door select
2007 $40.99 5.4L V8; 5.5L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door select
2006 $40.99 5.4L V8; 5.5L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door select
2005 $40.99 5.5L V8; 5.4L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door select
2004 $40.99 5.4L V8; 5.5L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door select
2003 $40.99 5.4L V8; 5.5L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door · Kompressor Convertible 2-Door select
2002 $40.99 5.0L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2008 SL55 AMG manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 126
  • Engine Performance 1,641
  • Accessories & Equipment 7,412
  • General Information 1,852
  • Body & Frame 1,853
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 194
  • Brakes 435
  • Maintenance 91
  • Collision 298
  • Restraints 632
  • Drivelines & Axles 316
  • Steering 224
  • Electrical 3,269
  • Suspension 689
  • Engine Mechanical 1,666
  • Transmission 531
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 230
  • Specifications Index 230

04 / Other yearsOther SL55 AMG years

2008 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged; 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2008 SL55 AMG.

2007 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2007 SL55 AMG.

2006 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2006 SL55 AMG.

2005 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2005 SL55 AMG.

2004 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2004 SL55 AMG.

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.4L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged; 5.5L V8 — 332 cu in, SOHC, supercharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Kompressor Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2003 SL55 AMG.

2002 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2002 SL55 AMG.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore SL55 AMG manual$40.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the SL55 AMG manual

Which SL55 AMG years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2002 to 2008 — 7 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the SL55 AMG, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include SL55 AMG wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every SL55 AMG manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Why do some SL55 AMG years cost more?

Every SL55 AMG year is $40.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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