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... coolant ...198 Windshield and headlamp washer system ...199 Air pump, spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment (except SLK 32 AMG) ...200 Vehicle jack (except SLK 32 AMG) ...201 Storage box, TIREFIT-Kit, air pump, Vehicle tools (SLK 32 AMG only) ...202 Wheels ...203 Tire replacement ...203 Rotating wheels ...204 Spare wheel ...205 Spare wheel bolts ...206...
... coolant ...198 Windshield and headlamp washer system ...199 Air pump, spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment (except SLK 32 AMG) ...200 Vehicle jack (except SLK 32 AMG) ...201 Storage box, TIREFIT-Kit, air pump, Vehicle tools (SLK 32 AMG only) ...202 Wheels ...203 Tire replacement ...203 Rotating wheels ...204 Spare wheel ...205 Spare wheel bolts ...206...
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... symbol I appear in the odometer display field. Check oil level approximately 5 minutes after a short time. Checking engine oil level (SLK 320 and SLK 32 AMG only) Within 1 second press left button on level ground, with engine at normal operational temperature. Turn electronic key in the odometer ... to amount displayed. See page 197 for the oil to return to engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Checking engine oil level Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 79 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index...
... symbol I appear in the odometer display field. Check oil level approximately 5 minutes after a short time. Checking engine oil level (SLK 320 and SLK 32 AMG only) Within 1 second press left button on level ground, with engine at normal operational temperature. Turn electronic key in the odometer ... to amount displayed. See page 197 for the oil to return to engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Checking engine oil level Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 79 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index...
Owner's Manual
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... coolant ...198 Windshield and headlamp washer system ...199 Air pump, spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment (except SLK 32 AMG) ...200 Vehicle jack (except SLK 32 AMG) ...201 Storage box, TIREFIT-Kit, air pump, Vehicle tools (SLK 32 AMG only) ...202 Wheels ...203 Tire replacement ...203 Rotating wheels ...204 Spare wheel ...205 Spare wheel bolts ...206...
... coolant ...198 Windshield and headlamp washer system ...199 Air pump, spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment (except SLK 32 AMG) ...200 Vehicle jack (except SLK 32 AMG) ...201 Storage box, TIREFIT-Kit, air pump, Vehicle tools (SLK 32 AMG only) ...202 Wheels ...203 Tire replacement ...203 Rotating wheels ...204 Spare wheel ...205 Spare wheel bolts ...206...
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... display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Air pump, spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment Air pump, spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment (except SLK 32 AMG) 200 1 Vehicle tools 2 Wheel bolt wrench 3 Spare wheel and wheel bolts 4 Air pump (electric. 12 V), Bolts for spare wheel rim 5 Vehicle jack 3 Raise roof...
... display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Air pump, spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment Air pump, spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment (except SLK 32 AMG) 200 1 Vehicle tools 2 Wheel bolt wrench 3 Spare wheel and wheel bolts 4 Air pump (electric. 12 V), Bolts for spare wheel rim 5 Vehicle jack 3 Raise roof...
Owner's Manual
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... controls Operation Driving 201 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Keep hands and feet away from the area under the vehicle. 3 Mercedes-Benz 1 4 LUFTPRESSER 5 2,5 bar 36 psi A 170 584 01 38 6 AIR COMPRESSOR max. 6 min 1 2 0 20 40 PSI BAR 0 1 2 2 1 3 60 80 2 4 6 5 3 3 2 1 2...Handle 3 Pin See illustration for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of jack. Vehicle jack (except SLK 32 AMG) Warning! Never get beneath the vehicle while it is raised. Be certain that the jack arm is fully inserted in the jack ...
... controls Operation Driving 201 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Keep hands and feet away from the area under the vehicle. 3 Mercedes-Benz 1 4 LUFTPRESSER 5 2,5 bar 36 psi A 170 584 01 38 6 AIR COMPRESSOR max. 6 min 1 2 0 20 40 PSI BAR 0 1 2 2 1 3 60 80 2 4 6 5 3 3 2 1 2...Handle 3 Pin See illustration for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of jack. Vehicle jack (except SLK 32 AMG) Warning! Never get beneath the vehicle while it is raised. Be certain that the jack arm is fully inserted in the jack ...
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Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Storage box, TIREFIT-Kit, air pump, vehicle tools Storage box, TIREFIT-Kit, air pump, vehicle tools (SLK 32 AMG only) 202 1 Electric Air pump 2 TIREFIT-Kit 3 Vehicle tool kit, Jack Lift trunk floor cover. Open storage box cover. To use TIREFIT and air pump, see page 214 3 2 1 P58.10-2026-27 The storage box is located below the trunk floor. Notes: The vehicle tool kit and tire wrench are located under the rug on the right side.
Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Storage box, TIREFIT-Kit, air pump, vehicle tools Storage box, TIREFIT-Kit, air pump, vehicle tools (SLK 32 AMG only) 202 1 Electric Air pump 2 TIREFIT-Kit 3 Vehicle tool kit, Jack Lift trunk floor cover. Open storage box cover. To use TIREFIT and air pump, see page 214 3 2 1 P58.10-2026-27 The storage box is located below the trunk floor. Notes: The vehicle tool kit and tire wrench are located under the rug on the right side.
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Note: The model SLK 32 AMG is equipped with inflatable, collapsible tire, size 165-15 89 P. You should inflate the spare tire using the supplied air pump. Spare wheel Important! In ... facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate. • Do not operate vehicle with inflatable, collapsible tire, size 165/70-16 92 P. SLK 320: The spare wheel rim size is 4 1/2 B x 15 H 2 with TIREFIT, see page 261. For additional information, see page 214. Tires, wheels Instruments and controls Operation...
Note: The model SLK 32 AMG is equipped with inflatable, collapsible tire, size 165-15 89 P. You should inflate the spare tire using the supplied air pump. Spare wheel Important! In ... facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate. • Do not operate vehicle with inflatable, collapsible tire, size 165/70-16 92 P. SLK 320: The spare wheel rim size is 4 1/2 B x 15 H 2 with TIREFIT, see page 261. For additional information, see page 214. Tires, wheels Instruments and controls Operation...
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TIREFIT (SLK 32 AMG only) Small punctures, particularly those in the tread can be removed from open flame or heat source. Take care not to allow the contents of ... care Technical data Index 214 Any contact with eyes or skin should be used in such circumstances. Keep away from the tire. Contact your nearest Mercedes-Benz Center for assistance. Do not induce vomiting! Cuts or punctures larger than approx. 0.16 in contact with plenty of water. Keep TIREFIT out of...
TIREFIT (SLK 32 AMG only) Small punctures, particularly those in the tread can be removed from open flame or heat source. Take care not to allow the contents of ... care Technical data Index 214 Any contact with eyes or skin should be used in such circumstances. Keep away from the tire. Contact your nearest Mercedes-Benz Center for assistance. Do not induce vomiting! Cuts or punctures larger than approx. 0.16 in contact with plenty of water. Keep TIREFIT out of...
Owner's Manual
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... pull forward to remove. Installing towing eye: Grille removal for the towing eye bolt is stored with lug wrench. P88.20-2166-26 3 SLK 32 AMG The towing eye bolt is located on the passenger-side behind the grille in trunk. Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints... Car care Technical data Index Towing the vehicle 226 The threaded hole for SLK 32 AMG. Removing towing eye bolt: Unscrew towing eye bolt and store in the bumper panel (3).
... pull forward to remove. Installing towing eye: Grille removal for the towing eye bolt is stored with lug wrench. P88.20-2166-26 3 SLK 32 AMG The towing eye bolt is located on the passenger-side behind the grille in trunk. Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints... Car care Technical data Index Towing the vehicle 226 The threaded hole for SLK 32 AMG. Removing towing eye bolt: Unscrew towing eye bolt and store in the bumper panel (3).
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SLK 320, SLK 32 AMG belt routing Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving 259 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 1 Automatic belt tensioner 5 6 1 7 4 2 3 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioner compressor 4 Generator (alternator) 5 Idler pulley 6 Power steering pump 7 Coolant pump For dimensions of the poly-V-belt, see page 260.
SLK 320, SLK 32 AMG belt routing Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving 259 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 1 Automatic belt tensioner 5 6 1 7 4 2 3 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioner compressor 4 Generator (alternator) 5 Idler pulley 6 Power steering pump 7 Coolant pump For dimensions of the poly-V-belt, see page 260.
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of operation No. to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR (170.449)1 SLK 320 (170.465)1 111 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4 3.58 in (90.90 mm) 3.48 in (...5300 rpm) 200 ft.lb/2500 rpm (270 Nm/2500 rpm) 5800 rpm 1-3-4-2 1875 mm (routing I) 1355 mm (routing II) 3 SLK 32 AMG (170.466)1 112 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 3.54 in (89.90 mm) 3.30 in (84.00 mm) 3 112 4-... Compression ratio Output acc. to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
of operation No. to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR (170.449)1 SLK 320 (170.465)1 111 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4 3.58 in (90.90 mm) 3.48 in (...5300 rpm) 200 ft.lb/2500 rpm (270 Nm/2500 rpm) 5800 rpm 1-3-4-2 1875 mm (routing I) 1355 mm (routing II) 3 SLK 32 AMG (170.466)1 112 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 3.54 in (89.90 mm) 3.30 in (84.00 mm) 3 112 4-... Compression ratio Output acc. to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
Owner's Manual
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Instruments and controls Technical data Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 262 Model SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR/ SLK 320 Sport Package SLK 32 AMG Rims and summer tires Rims front axle light alloy rims Wheel offset Rims rear axle light alloy rims Wheel offset Radial-ply tires front axle ...
Instruments and controls Technical data Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 262 Model SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR/ SLK 320 Sport Package SLK 32 AMG Rims and summer tires Rims front axle light alloy rims Wheel offset Rims rear axle light alloy rims Wheel offset Radial-ply tires front axle ...
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...) Wheel offset Radial-ply tires Spare wheel Rim (light alloy) Wheel offset Collapsible tire SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR 7 J x 16 H 2 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S SLK 320 7 J x 16 H 2 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S SLK 32 AMG 7 J x 16 H 2 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 41/2 B x 15 H 2 0.47 in (12...
...) Wheel offset Radial-ply tires Spare wheel Rim (light alloy) Wheel offset Collapsible tire SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR 7 J x 16 H 2 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S SLK 320 7 J x 16 H 2 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S SLK 32 AMG 7 J x 16 H 2 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 41/2 B x 15 H 2 0.47 in (12...
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Instruments and controls Technical data Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 264 Electrical system SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque 14 V/90 A 12V/1.1 kW 12V/74 Ah Bosch F 7 KTCR 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 - 22 ft.lb (20 - 30 Nm) SLK 320 14 V/115 A 12V/1.7 kW 12V/74 Ah Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 NGK PFR 5-11 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 - 22 ft.lb (20 - 30 Nm) SLK 32 AMG 14 V/120 A 12V/1.7 kW 12V/74 Ah NGK IFR 6D1O 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 - 22 ft.lb (20 - 30 Nm)
Instruments and controls Technical data Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 264 Electrical system SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque 14 V/90 A 12V/1.1 kW 12V/74 Ah Bosch F 7 KTCR 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 - 22 ft.lb (20 - 30 Nm) SLK 320 14 V/115 A 12V/1.7 kW 12V/74 Ah Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 NGK PFR 5-11 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 - 22 ft.lb (20 - 30 Nm) SLK 32 AMG 14 V/120 A 12V/1.7 kW 12V/74 Ah NGK IFR 6D1O 0.039 in (1.0 mm) 15 - 22 ft.lb (20 - 30 Nm)
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Main Dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width Overall height Wheel base Track, front Track, rear SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR/ SLK 32 AMG SLK 320 157.9 in (4010 mm) 67.5 in (1715 mm) 50.4 in (1279 mm) 94.5 in (2400 mm) 58.6 in (1488 mm) 58.5 in (1485 mm) 157.9 in (4010 mm) 67.5 in (1715 mm) 50.4 in (1279 mm) 94.5 in (2400 mm) 58.6 in (1488 mm) 58.5 in (1477 mm) 220 lb (100 kg) Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving 265 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Weights (see certification tag) Trunk load max.
Main Dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width Overall height Wheel base Track, front Track, rear SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR/ SLK 32 AMG SLK 320 157.9 in (4010 mm) 67.5 in (1715 mm) 50.4 in (1279 mm) 94.5 in (2400 mm) 58.6 in (1488 mm) 58.5 in (1485 mm) 157.9 in (4010 mm) 67.5 in (1715 mm) 50.4 in (1279 mm) 94.5 in (2400 mm) 58.6 in (1488 mm) 58.5 in (1477 mm) 220 lb (100 kg) Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving 265 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Weights (see certification tag) Trunk load max.
Owner's Manual
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... US qt (5.5 l) SLK 230 SLK 320 SLK 32 AMG 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) SLK 230 SLK 320 1.6 US qt (1.5 l) 1.9 US qt (1.8 l) 1.4 US qt (1.3 l) approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) approx. 1.5 oz (43 g) each approx. 0.5 US qt (0.5 l) SLK 230 approx. 9.8 US qt (9.3 l) SLK 320 approx. 11.8 US qt (11.2 l) SLK 32 AMG approx. 15.3 US... Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Model Engine with oil filter Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by...
... US qt (5.5 l) SLK 230 SLK 320 SLK 32 AMG 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) SLK 230 SLK 320 1.6 US qt (1.5 l) 1.9 US qt (1.8 l) 1.4 US qt (1.3 l) approx. 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) approx. 1.5 oz (43 g) each approx. 0.5 US qt (0.5 l) SLK 230 approx. 9.8 US qt (9.3 l) SLK 320 approx. 11.8 US qt (11.2 l) SLK 32 AMG approx. 15.3 US... Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Model Engine with oil filter Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by...
Owner's Manual
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...than this amount of aluminum parts. The water in the hot southern regions), you bring it up to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of anticorrosion/antifreeze. Before the start of leakage). ...antifreeze concentration checked. freeze protection - 35°F (- 37°C) SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR 4.9 US qt (4.7 l) 5.9 US qt (5.6 l) 7.7 US qt (7.3 l) - 49°F (- 45°C) 5.4 US qt (5.1 l) 6.5 US qt (6.1 l) 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) SLK 320 SLK 32 AMG Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - If your are usually satisfied ...
...than this amount of aluminum parts. The water in the hot southern regions), you bring it up to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of anticorrosion/antifreeze. Before the start of leakage). ...antifreeze concentration checked. freeze protection - 35°F (- 37°C) SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR 4.9 US qt (4.7 l) 5.9 US qt (5.6 l) 7.7 US qt (7.3 l) - 49°F (- 45°C) 5.4 US qt (5.1 l) 6.5 US qt (6.1 l) 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) SLK 320 SLK 32 AMG Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - If your are usually satisfied ...
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... 274 Index A ABS (Antilock brake system) ...171 Malfunction indicator lamp ...186 Adjusting telescoping steering column ...65 Air conditioner refrigerant ...268 Air pump (except SLK 32 AMG) ...200 Air pump (SLK 32 AMG only) ...202 Airbag deactivation system ...51 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp ...190 Airbags ...54 Alarm system ...35, 37 Antenna ...244 Anticorrosion / antifreeze ...164...
... 274 Index A ABS (Antilock brake system) ...171 Malfunction indicator lamp ...186 Adjusting telescoping steering column ...65 Air conditioner refrigerant ...268 Air pump (except SLK 32 AMG) ...200 Air pump (SLK 32 AMG only) ...202 Airbag deactivation system ...51 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp ...190 Airbags ...54 Alarm system ...35, 37 Antenna ...244 Anticorrosion / antifreeze ...164...
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J Jack (SLK 32 AMG only) ...202 Jump starting ...222 K Keys, changing batteries ...236 Keys, vehicle ...22 Lighter ...117 Limp Home Mode (Automatic transmission) ...155 Locking and unlocking ...25 Low ...
J Jack (SLK 32 AMG only) ...202 Jump starting ...222 K Keys, changing batteries ...236 Keys, vehicle ...22 Lighter ...117 Limp Home Mode (Automatic transmission) ...155 Locking and unlocking ...25 Low ...
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... bars ...118 Side marker lamp ...235 Snow chains ...163 SOS-call See Tele Aid ...132 Spare parts service ...254 Spare wheel ...205 Spare wheel (except SLK 32 AMG) ...200 Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving 281 Instrument cluster display Special settings (Climate control) ...89 SRS (Supplemental restraint system) ...52 Indicator lamp ...184...
... bars ...118 Side marker lamp ...235 Snow chains ...163 SOS-call See Tele Aid ...132 Spare parts service ...254 Spare wheel ...205 Spare wheel (except SLK 32 AMG) ...200 Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving 281 Instrument cluster display Special settings (Climate control) ...89 SRS (Supplemental restraint system) ...52 Indicator lamp ...184...