in a box in the trunk:)
In the trunk under the carpet on the passenger side.
In a 1983 Mercedes SL 380, the battery is located in the trunk, specifically on the right side. To access it, you may need to remove a cover or panel. Make sure to disconnect the battery terminals properly if you are performing any maintenance.
I have an 84 380 SL. It gets 21 on the hwy and approx 17 around town. You should get the same.
Average climate: 10-40W
crowbar works nicely
You can order them through Mercedes dealerships.
These are described in your manual.
Yes it is!
To reset the radio in a 1984 Mercedes Benz 380 SL, first, locate the radio in the dashboard. Disconnect the car battery by removing the negative terminal to ensure a complete power reset. Wait for a few minutes before reconnecting the battery. Once reconnected, turn on the radio, and it should reset to its default settings.
On a 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL, the fuel pump relay is typically located in the relay box under the hood, near the driver's side fender. You may need to remove the cover to access it, as the relay is usually positioned among several others. It can also be helpful to refer to the vehicle's service manual for specific diagrams and locations.
12 volts shut off. Running it should read around 13.5-16 volts at the battery posts. Any less and the alternator is bad.