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Contents Technical data...Parts service ...Warranty coverage...Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet...Identification labels...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...SLK 280, SLK 350 ...SLK 55 AMG...Engine...Rims and tires...Same size tires...Mixed size tires ...Spare wheel with collapsible tire.. Electrical system...Main Dimensions ...Weights... 427 428 429 429 430 ...
Contents Technical data...Parts service ...Warranty coverage...Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet...Identification labels...Layout of poly-V-belt drive ...SLK 280, SLK 350 ...SLK 55 AMG...Engine...Rims and tires...Same size tires...Mixed size tires ...Spare wheel with collapsible tire.. Electrical system...Main Dimensions ...Weights... 427 428 429 429 430 ...
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... 4 Moving within a menu: Press button j for next display k for previous display 5 Menu systems: Press button è for next menu · for previous menu Page i SLK 55 AMG: The steering wheel in this vehicle will vary from steering wheel shown. However, multifunction steering wheel symbols and feature description apply to reject an incoming...
... 4 Moving within a menu: Press button j for next display k for previous display 5 Menu systems: Press button è for next menu · for previous menu Page i SLK 55 AMG: The steering wheel in this vehicle will vary from steering wheel shown. However, multifunction steering wheel symbols and feature description apply to reject an incoming...
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...other direction shortly thereafter. or Turn the steering wheel in position U ( page 109) or the daytime running and with Sport Package* SLK 55 AMG i If you are turning. Driving forward Switching on corner-illuminating front fog lamps Switch on the left or right turn the steering wheel... depending on the steering angle. 114 i Corner-illuminating front fog lamps are not available for the following models: SLK 280 and SLK 350 without Bi-Xenon* headlamps SLK 280 and SLK 350 with the exterior lamp switch in position B ( page 109) or the exterior lamp switch in the desired...
...other direction shortly thereafter. or Turn the steering wheel in position U ( page 109) or the daytime running and with Sport Package* SLK 55 AMG i If you are turning. Driving forward Switching on corner-illuminating front fog lamps Switch on the left or right turn the steering wheel... depending on the steering angle. 114 i Corner-illuminating front fog lamps are not available for the following models: SLK 280 and SLK 350 without Bi-Xenon* headlamps SLK 280 and SLK 350 with the exterior lamp switch in position B ( page 109) or the exterior lamp switch in the desired...
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... è or ÿ repeatedly, you which optional equipment is helpful to facilitate navigation within each menu one after the other , in the current menu. i SLK 55 AMG: The steering wheel in this vehicle will automatically show you will pass through each menu will vary from steering wheel shown. Controls in detail Control... steering wheel symbols and feature description apply to those shown in the control system displays. In the Settings...menu, you are not necessarily identical to AMG vehicles as being arranged in a circular pattern.
... è or ÿ repeatedly, you which optional equipment is helpful to facilitate navigation within each menu one after the other , in the current menu. i SLK 55 AMG: The steering wheel in this vehicle will automatically show you will pass through each menu will vary from steering wheel shown. Controls in detail Control... steering wheel symbols and feature description apply to those shown in the control system displays. In the Settings...menu, you are not necessarily identical to AMG vehicles as being arranged in a circular pattern.
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Controls in detail Control system Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Standard display ( page 127) Run Flat Indicator* Commands/submenus Menu 2 AMG 1 Menu 3 AUDIO ( page 133) Selecting radio station Menu 4 NAV* ( page 135) Show route guidance instructions, current direction traveled ( page ...oil temperature Checking coolant temperature Vehicle supply voltage Digital speedometer/outside temperature Calling up maintenance service indicator Checking engine oil level (SLK 55 AMG only) RACETIMER Overall analysis Lap analysis Selecting satellite radio station* (USA only) Operating the CD player...
Controls in detail Control system Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Standard display ( page 127) Run Flat Indicator* Commands/submenus Menu 2 AMG 1 Menu 3 AUDIO ( page 133) Selecting radio station Menu 4 NAV* ( page 135) Show route guidance instructions, current direction traveled ( page ...oil temperature Checking coolant temperature Vehicle supply voltage Digital speedometer/outside temperature Calling up maintenance service indicator Checking engine oil level (SLK 55 AMG only) RACETIMER Overall analysis Lap analysis Selecting satellite radio station* (USA only) Operating the CD player...
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... functions are available: Function Run Flat Indicator* Checking coolant temperature Displaying digital speedometer or outside temperature Calling up maintenance service indicator Checking engine oil level (SLK 55 AMG only) 1 Main odometer 2 Trip odometer If another display is referred to select the functions in the multifunction display. This default setting is shown instead...
... functions are available: Function Run Flat Indicator* Checking coolant temperature Displaying digital speedometer or outside temperature Calling up maintenance service indicator Checking engine oil level (SLK 55 AMG only) 1 Main odometer 2 Trip odometer If another display is referred to select the functions in the multifunction display. This default setting is shown instead...
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... switch is out of park position P. Never change of the center console. i The last selected program mode (C or S) is switched on vehicles with AMG-Sport Package* and SLK 55 AMG only M Manual Program mode selector switch For manual gear shifting ( page 165) For comfort driving For standard driving 1 Current program mode C Comfort S Sport...
... switch is out of park position P. Never change of the center console. i The last selected program mode (C or S) is switched on vehicles with AMG-Sport Package* and SLK 55 AMG only M Manual Program mode selector switch For manual gear shifting ( page 165) For comfort driving For standard driving 1 Current program mode C Comfort S Sport...
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... For standard driving ! The selected program mode appears in the multifunction display ( page 157). In addition to the drivetrain which is equipped with AMG-Sport Package* and SLK 55 AMG only. This may cause serious damage to the automatic shift program C or S, your vehicle is not covered by manually upshifting or downshifting using... program M. This will automatically select the gear range suited for an extended period when driving off and you need to change the gears by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Avoid spinning of the center console.
... For standard driving ! The selected program mode appears in the multifunction display ( page 157). In addition to the drivetrain which is equipped with AMG-Sport Package* and SLK 55 AMG only. This may cause serious damage to the automatic shift program C or S, your vehicle is not covered by manually upshifting or downshifting using... program M. This will automatically select the gear range suited for an extended period when driving off and you need to change the gears by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Avoid spinning of the center console.
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...). All of the above 4500 rpm in each gear. During this period, avoid engine speeds above instructions, as the preferred shift program ( page 161) for SLK 55 AMG: During the first 1000 miles (1500 km), do not exceed a speed of maximum rpm in each gear). Additional instructions for the first 1000 miles...
...). All of the above 4500 rpm in each gear. During this period, avoid engine speeds above instructions, as the preferred shift program ( page 161) for SLK 55 AMG: During the first 1000 miles (1500 km), do not exceed a speed of maximum rpm in each gear). Additional instructions for the first 1000 miles...
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...SLK 55 AMG only) The high-performance brake system is designed to the description of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. Refer to operate under which you operate the vehicle. The brake fluid level in the reservoir may produce a squeaking-type noise depending on the brakes by Mercedes... power. Observe additional messages that may be the reason for low brake fluid in the multifunction display ( page 367). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Thus, a driving style calling for some time, rather than recommended brake fluid is used, the braking properties of individual ...
...SLK 55 AMG only) The high-performance brake system is designed to the description of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. Refer to operate under which you operate the vehicle. The brake fluid level in the reservoir may produce a squeaking-type noise depending on the brakes by Mercedes... power. Observe additional messages that may be the reason for low brake fluid in the multifunction display ( page 367). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Thus, a driving style calling for some time, rather than recommended brake fluid is used, the braking properties of individual ...
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... the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be glad to prevailing conditions. For information on a tire's sidewall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be obeyed. An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of the tires. Make sure your ... vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of : SLK 280 SLK 280 (Sport Package*) SLK 280 (Appearance Package*): 149 mph (240 km/h) SLK 350 SLK 350 (Sport Package*) SLK 350 (Appearance Package*) SLK 55 AMG: 155 mph (250 km/h) SLK 55 AMG (Performance Package*): 174 mph (280 km/h) The factory equipped ...
... the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be glad to prevailing conditions. For information on a tire's sidewall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be obeyed. An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of the tires. Make sure your ... vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of : SLK 280 SLK 280 (Sport Package*) SLK 280 (Appearance Package*): 149 mph (240 km/h) SLK 350 SLK 350 (Sport Package*) SLK 350 (Appearance Package*) SLK 55 AMG: 155 mph (250 km/h) SLK 55 AMG (Performance Package*): 174 mph (280 km/h) The factory equipped ...
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...engine at operating temperature, the vehicle must be made after the vehicle break-in period. Checking engine oil level with the control system (SLK 55 AMG only) When checking the oil level the vehicle must have been stationary for at least 30 minutes with the engine turned off . ...should only be parked on this subject is driven frequently at any special lubricant additives, as these may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on level ground. To check the engine oil level via the multifunction display, do the following message ...
...engine at operating temperature, the vehicle must be made after the vehicle break-in period. Checking engine oil level with the control system (SLK 55 AMG only) When checking the oil level the vehicle must have been stationary for at least 30 minutes with the engine turned off . ...should only be parked on this subject is driven frequently at any special lubricant additives, as these may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on level ground. To check the engine oil level via the multifunction display, do the following message ...
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...Products pamphlet (USA only) in the multifunction display concerning engine oil, see the "Practical hints" section ( page 356). 1 Filler cap SLK 55 AMG 1 Filler cap 299 Adding engine oil Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for by the Maintenance System will result in ... Mercedes-Benz Center. The oil level is correct when it is approximately 2.1 US qt. (2.0 l). Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those called for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to obtain accurate reading. SLK ...
...Products pamphlet (USA only) in the multifunction display concerning engine oil, see the "Practical hints" section ( page 356). 1 Filler cap SLK 55 AMG 1 Filler cap 299 Adding engine oil Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for by the Maintenance System will result in ... Mercedes-Benz Center. The oil level is correct when it is approximately 2.1 US qt. (2.0 l). Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those called for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to obtain accurate reading. SLK ...
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...hints What to do if ... Display symbol Display message Check oil level when next refueling Possible cause/consequence SLK 280 and SLK 350 only: The engine oil level has dropped to a critical level. SLK 55 AMG only: The engine oil level is malfunctioning. Add engine oil ( page 299) and check the engine ... Check the engine oil level ( page 296) and add engine oil as required ( page 299). Have the measuring system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 372 engine oil when next refueling Canada only: Add 1 liter engine oil when next refueling Cannot measure motor oil level...
...hints What to do if ... Display symbol Display message Check oil level when next refueling Possible cause/consequence SLK 280 and SLK 350 only: The engine oil level has dropped to a critical level. SLK 55 AMG only: The engine oil level is malfunctioning. Add engine oil ( page 299) and check the engine ... Check the engine oil level ( page 296) and add engine oil as required ( page 299). Have the measuring system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 372 engine oil when next refueling Canada only: Add 1 liter engine oil when next refueling Cannot measure motor oil level...
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...is a risk of engine damage. Observe all legal requirements with respect to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Add engine oil ( page 299) and check the engine oil level ( page 296). Extended driving with an approved engine oil... level Stop, turn engine off When the message Add 1 qt. (Canada: 1 liter) engine oil when next refueling (SLK 55 AMG) or Check oil level when next refueling (SLK 280, SLK 350) appears while the engine is a danger of damaging the engine or the catalytic converter. For information on if the ...
...is a risk of engine damage. Observe all legal requirements with respect to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Add engine oil ( page 299) and check the engine oil level ( page 296). Extended driving with an approved engine oil... level Stop, turn engine off When the message Add 1 qt. (Canada: 1 liter) engine oil when next refueling (SLK 55 AMG) or Check oil level when next refueling (SLK 280, SLK 350) appears while the engine is a danger of damaging the engine or the catalytic converter. For information on if the ...
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... hints Where will I find...? Vehicle tool kit, vehicle jack The vehicle tool kit is included: Collapsible wheel chock Vehicle jack Protective wrap (except SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package) Alignment bolt Towing eye bolt Wheel wrench Spare fuses Fuse extractor Valve extractor Electric air pump TIREFIT kit... (SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package only) Removing the vehicle tool kit Vehicles with spare wheel Open the trunk ( page 100). First aid kit The first...
... hints Where will I find...? Vehicle tool kit, vehicle jack The vehicle tool kit is included: Collapsible wheel chock Vehicle jack Protective wrap (except SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package) Alignment bolt Towing eye bolt Wheel wrench Spare fuses Fuse extractor Valve extractor Electric air pump TIREFIT kit... (SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package only) Removing the vehicle tool kit Vehicles with spare wheel Open the trunk ( page 100). First aid kit The first...
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...* bulbs yourself. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 394 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front lamps Lamp 1 Additional turn signal lamp 2 Turn signal lamp 3 Halogen headlamp: Low beam Bi-Xenon* headlamp: Low and high beam1 4 Front fog lamp Front fog lamp (vehicles with Sport Package* and SLK 55 AMG) Corner illuminating front fog lamp...
...* bulbs yourself. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 394 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front lamps Lamp 1 Additional turn signal lamp 2 Turn signal lamp 3 Halogen headlamp: Low beam Bi-Xenon* headlamp: Low and high beam1 4 Front fog lamp Front fog lamp (vehicles with Sport Package* and SLK 55 AMG) Corner illuminating front fog lamp...
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...;C). Move the gear selector lever* to P (manual transmission to do so. TIREFIT is equipped with a TIREFIT kit. Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center for cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0.16 in a straight ahead position. Small tire punctures, particularly those in the tread,... from sparks, open flame or heat source. Practical hints Flat tire Flat tire The SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package* is a limited repair device. Turn on a hard, flat surface when possible. G i SLK 55 AMG with TIREFIT Warning! Warning! G Keep TIREFIT away from the roadway. 401 Take TIREFIT...
...;C). Move the gear selector lever* to P (manual transmission to do so. TIREFIT is equipped with a TIREFIT kit. Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center for cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0.16 in a straight ahead position. Small tire punctures, particularly those in the tread,... from sparks, open flame or heat source. Practical hints Flat tire Flat tire The SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package* is a limited repair device. Turn on a hard, flat surface when possible. G i SLK 55 AMG with TIREFIT Warning! Warning! G Keep TIREFIT away from the roadway. 401 Take TIREFIT...
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... ratio Output according to SAE J 1349 Maximum torque according to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 2 SLK 280 (171.454)1 272 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 3.47 in (88.00 mm) 3.23 in (82.20 mm... kW/6000 rpm) 258 lb-ft/2400 - 5000 rpm (350 Nm/2400 - 5000 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5 2404 mm 2 3 SLK 55 AMG (171.473)1 113 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 8 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.60 in (92.00 mm) 331.8 ... only to the standard vehicle. of operation No. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
... ratio Output according to SAE J 1349 Maximum torque according to SAE J 1349 Maximum engine speed Firing order Poly-V-belt 1 2 SLK 280 (171.454)1 272 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 6 3.47 in (88.00 mm) 3.23 in (82.20 mm... kW/6000 rpm) 258 lb-ft/2400 - 5000 rpm (350 Nm/2400 - 5000 rpm) 6500 rpm 1-4-3-6-2-5 2404 mm 2 3 SLK 55 AMG (171.473)1 113 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 8 3.82 in (97.00 mm) 3.60 in (92.00 mm) 331.8 ... only to the standard vehicle. of operation No. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
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Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Winter tires 1,2,3 1 2 3 Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment. SLK 55 AMG SLK 55 AMG (Performance Package*) 7.5 J x 18 H2 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/50 R17 89H M+S. For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 436 Technical data Rims and tires Model SLK 280 (Sport Package*) SLK 350 (Sport Package*) SLK 55 AMG 7.5 J x 17 H2 1.46 in (37 mm) 225/40 R18 92H XL (Extra Load) M+S. or 225/45 R17 91H M+S.
Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Winter tires 1,2,3 1 2 3 Radial-ply tires Not available as factory equipment. SLK 55 AMG SLK 55 AMG (Performance Package*) 7.5 J x 18 H2 1.46 in (37 mm) 205/50 R17 89H M+S. For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 436 Technical data Rims and tires Model SLK 280 (Sport Package*) SLK 350 (Sport Package*) SLK 55 AMG 7.5 J x 17 H2 1.46 in (37 mm) 225/40 R18 92H XL (Extra Load) M+S. or 225/45 R17 91H M+S.