Mercedes-Benz 2007 SLK 280 Operator's Manual Page 1

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9Product information왔 IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz P

99Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the in-side. Open door only when conditions

100Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunkYou can open the trunk when if vehicle is stationary.A minimum height clearance of 5.78 ft

101Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Lower the trunk lid using handle 1.왘 Close the trunk lid with hands placed flat on the trunk lid.Trunk lid

102Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIllumination of the emergency release button:앫 The button flashes for 30 minutes after opening the trunk.앫 T

103Controls in detailLocking and unlocking1 Central locking switch2 Central unlocking switchLocking왘 Press central locking switch 1.If all doors are c

104Controls in detailSeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see “Adjusting” (컄 page 39).Seat heating*1 Seat heating switch2 Indicator lampsRed indic

105Controls in detailSeatsAIRSCARF neck-level heating*The AIRSCARF neck-level heating provides the area surrounding the occupants’ necks with a heated

106Controls in detailSeatsSwitching on왘 Press the AIRSCARF switch 1 for the desired side.All three indicator lamps 2 on respective AIRSCARF switch 1 c

107Controls in detailMemory function*왔 Memory function*Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat positi

108Controls in detailMemory function*Storing positions into memory왘 Adjust the seat, on the driver’s side also the steering wheel and exterior rear vi

10IntroductionOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yo

109Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 pag

110Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch

111Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam head

112Controls in detailLightingWhen the engine is running, and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B, the manual head-lamp mode has prior

113Controls in detailLightingRear fog lamp (driver’s side only)왘 Switch on the low beam headlamps B (컄 page 112).왘 Pull out the exterior lamp switch t

114Controls in detailLightingCorner-illuminating front fog lamps*The corner-illuminating front fog lamps improve illumination of the area in the direc

115Controls in detailLightingSwitching off corner-illuminating front fog lampsThe combination switch for the turn signal resets automatically after ma

116Controls in detailLightingSwitching on hazard warning flasher왘 Press hazard warning flasher switch 1.All turn signal lamps are flashing.Switching o

117Controls in detailLightingActivating왘 Press automatic control switch 2 until it is flush to the other switches.The interior lighting switches on in

118Controls in detailInstrument clusterA full view illustration of the instrument cluster can be found in the “At a glance” section (컄 page 26).1 To b

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

119Controls in detailInstrument clusterTachometerThe red marking on the tachometer (컄 page 26) denotes excessive engine speed.To help protect the engi

120Controls in detailInstrument clusterResetting trip odometer왘 Make sure you are viewing the standard display menu (컄 page 127).왘 If it is not displa

121Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

122Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

123Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar-ranged in a circular pattern.앫

124Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table below provides an overview of the indiv

125Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsTable continued on next page.Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4Standard display AMG1AUDIO NAV

126Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8Vehicle status message memory1Settings Trip computer TEL*(컄

127Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuThe multifunction display shows the main odometer and trip odometer. This default setting is r

128Controls in detailControl system왘 When in the standard display menu, press button j or k repeatedly until the coolant temperature appears in the mu

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular in

129Controls in detailControl system왘 Use buttons k or j to select the following functions in the AMG menu:Vehicle supply voltage왘 Press button è or ÿ

130Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j repeatedly until the RACETIMER appears in the multifunction display.1 Gear indicator2 RACETIMER3 L

131Controls in detailControl systemSaving lap time and starting a new lap왘 Press button ç while the timer is running.The intermediate time will be sho

132Controls in detailControl systemOverall analysis왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display.왘 Press bu

133Controls in detailControl systemAUDIO menuThe functions in the AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on. If no aud

134Controls in detailControl systemSelecting satellite radio station* (USA only)The Sirius satellite radio is treated as a radio application.왘 Select

135Controls in detailControl systemNAV* menuThe NAV menu contains the functions need-ed to operate your navigation system.왘 Press button è or ÿ repeat

136Controls in detailControl systemIf conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunc

137Controls in detailControl system왘 Press the reset button J on the instrument cluster (컄 page 26) for approximately 3 seconds.The request to press t

138Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various submenus.Detailed instructions on making indi

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be awa

139Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr. cluster submenu via the Settings... menu. Use the Instr. cluster submen

140Controls in detailControl systemAvailable languages: 앫 German앫 English앫 French앫 Italian앫 Spanish앫 Dutch앫 Danish앫 Swedish앫 Portuguese앫 TurkishSelect

141Controls in detailControl systemTime/Date submenuAccess the Time/Date submenu via the Settings... menu. Use the Time/Date submenu to change the ins

142Controls in detailControl system왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time/Date submenu.왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the

143Controls in detailControl systemLighting submenuAccess the Lighting submenu via the Settings... menu. Use the Lighting sub-menu to change the lamp

144Controls in detailControl systemSetting locator lightingWith the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U, the

145Controls in detailControl systemIf after turning off the engine you do not open a door or do not close an opened door, the lamps will automatically

146Controls in detailControl systemVehicle submenuAccess the Vehicle submenu via the Settings... menu. Use the Vehicle sub-menu to make general vehicl

147Controls in detailControl systemConvenience* submenuAccess the Convenience submenu via the Settings... menu. Use the Convenience submenu to change

148Controls in detailControl systemTrip computer menuUse the trip computer menu to call up statistical data on your vehicle.The following information

14IntroductionWhere to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each sec

149Controls in detailControl systemResetting fuel consumption statistics왘 Press and hold reset button J until the values of the statistics are reset t

150Controls in detailControl systemYou can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-free syste

151Controls in detailControl systemEnding a call or rejecting an incoming call왘 Press button t.Dialing a number from the phone bookIf your telephone i

152Controls in detailControl systemRedialingThe control system stores the most recent-ly dialed phone numbers. This eliminates the need to search thro

153Controls in detailManual transmission왔 Manual transmissionManual transmission is standard equip-ment on select models and not available on all mode

154Controls in detailManual transmissionGearshift pattern for manual transmissionShifting into reverse왘 Stop the vehicle completely.왘 Fully depress th

155Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*왔 Automatic transmission*For more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Automatic tr

156Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*There are additional indicators on the cover of the shifting gate showing the current gear selector lever

157Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gear selector lever positionsThe current gear selector lever position appears in the multifunction display

158Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Effectë NeutralNo power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, th

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsTrademarks:앫 ESP® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler.앫 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnso

159Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Driving tipsAccelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavior:Less th

160Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gear rangesWith the gear selector lever in drive position D and driving in program mode C or S, you can se

161Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Automatic shift programThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console

162Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*왘 Press program mode selector switch repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in th

163Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Extending gear range왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the right in the D+ direction.The transmiss

164Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Gearshift paddles (example illustration vehicles with AMG-Sport Package*)1 Left shift paddle: limiting gea

165Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Canceling gear range limit왘 Pull and hold right shift paddle 2 untilD reappears in the multifunction displ

166Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Activating manual shift program왘 Press program mode selector switch repeatedly until theM for manual progr

167Controls in detailAutomatic transmission*Downshifting왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction.or왘 Briefly pull left

168Controls in detailGood visibilityFor information on the windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 56).Headlamp cleaning system*The button

16IntroductionOperating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rul

169Controls in detailGood visibilityAuto-dimming rear view mirrors*The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirrors and the interior rear v

170Controls in detailGood visibilitySun visorsThe sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving.1 Mirror lamp*2 Mounting3 Mirror cover4 Sun viso

171Controls in detailGood visibilitySwitching on왘 Press the rear window defroster switch F in the control panel of the climate control (컄 page 174) or

172Controls in detailClimate control

173Controls in detailClimate controlItem1 Right center air vent, adjustable2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for fixed/adjustable right center air v

174Controls in detailClimate controlClimate control panelThe climate control is operational when-ever the engine is running. The system cools or heats

175Controls in detailClimate controlSwitching climate control system on/offSwitching off왘 Set air volume control 2 (컄 page 174) to position 0.Switchin

176Controls in detailClimate controlDecreasing왘 Turn temperature control 1 and/or 4 (컄 page 174) slightly counterclockwise.The climate control system

177Controls in detailClimate controlAdjusting air volumeTen blower speeds are available.왘 Use air volume control 2 (컄 page 174) to adjust the air volu

178Controls in detailClimate controlDeactivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 174) again.The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The previous settings ar

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

179Controls in detailClimate controlAir recirculation mode with convenience closing or opening featureConvenience closing왘 Press and hold button , unt

180Controls in detailClimate controlAir conditioningThe cooling function, only operational when the engine is running, cools the vehicle interior down

181Controls in detailClimate control왘 Set air volume control 2 (컄 page 177) to position 5.The ventilation operates with maximum blower speed.왘 Turn te

182Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*

183Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Item1 Cockpit air vent2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for cockpit air vent3 Right center air vent,

184Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*The automatic climate control is oper-ational whenever the engine is running. You can operate the autom

185Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air enters the interior

186Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Reactivating왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).왘 Press button ´ (컄 page 184) again.The previous setti

187Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Increasing왘 Press temperature button(s) 4 and/or 6 (컄 page 184) until the desired temperature appears i

188Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Closing the cockpit air vent and center air vents왘 Turn thumbwheels 2, 4 and b (컄 page 182) downward.Th

18IntroductionReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Feder

189Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Deactivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 184) again.The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The previous

190Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Activating왘 Press button , (컄 page 184).The indicator lamp on the button comes on.Deactivating왘 Press b

191Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*Convenience closing왘 Press and hold button , until the windows are closed or have reached the desired p

192Controls in detailAutomatic climate control*DeactivatingIt is possible to deactivate the air condi-tioning (cooling) function of the automatic clim

193Controls in detailAudio system왔 Audio systemAudio and telephone*, operationThese instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Me

194Controls in detailAudio systemOperating and display elements

195Controls in detailAudio systemItem Page1 CD changer mode selector 2082 Single CD mode selector 2123 Radio mode selector4 Mute function (radio) 202

196Controls in detailAudio systemButton and soft key operationIn these instructions, the alphanumeric keypad (right side of radio panel) and the funct

197Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting sound functionsThe bass and treble functions are called up by pressing the O button.Settings for bass and t

198Controls in detailAudio systemReturning sound functions to factory settings왘 Press O button to call up settings menu in the display.왘 Press RES sof

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19IntroductionVehicle data recording왔 Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to Californi

199Controls in detailAudio systemTelephone* mutingIf your vehicle equipment includes a Mercedes-Benz specified mobile telephone*, you can adjust its v

200Controls in detailAudio systemCalling up wavebands for radios with SAT왘 Press FM, AM or WB soft key repeatedly until desired waveband has been sele

201Controls in detailAudio systemManual tuning왘 Select desired waveband.왘 Press G or H button for approximately 3 seconds.왘 Press button repeatedly un

202Controls in detailAudio systemAutostore – automatic station memoryThe Autostore memory function provides an additional memory level. The station me

203Controls in detailAudio systemSearch왘 Press G or H button to tune in the next receivable weather band station.Scan search앫 Starting scan search왘 Pr

204Controls in detailAudio systemProgram categoriesThe channels are categorized. Categories allow you to tune to stations broadcasting a certain type

205Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press ESN soft key.The twelve-digit electronic serial number (ESN) of the SAT tuner* installed in your vehicle is d

206Controls in detailAudio systemAccessing via number keys왘 Enter number of preset you wish to select, e.g. 1.The radio plays the station stored under

207Controls in detailAudio systemThe system will automatically switch to a station of the selected category if the currently selected station is not o

208Controls in detailAudio systemStoring stations왘 Tune in desired station.왘 Press and hold desired station button 1 to R until a brief signal tone is

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209Controls in detailAudio systemGeneral notesThe system may not be able to play audio CDs with copy protection.Playing copied CDs may cause malfuncti

210Controls in detailAudio systemTips on handling CDs앫 Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during playback.앫 Avoid scratches, fingerprints an

211Controls in detailAudio systemCompatible bit and sampling ratesFixed and variable bit rates of up to 320 kBit/s are possible.The following table li

212Controls in detailAudio systemOperating the single CD player in the audio system unitLoading a CDThe single CD player in the audio system unit has

213Controls in detailAudio systemA light-emitting diode in the buttons shows the status of the corresponding magazine slot.CD loading slot 1 is above

214Controls in detailAudio systemLoading several CDs왘 Open the glove box.왘 Press button 2 of an empty magazine slot for more than 2 seconds.The light-

215Controls in detailAudio system왘 Close the glove box.Ejecting all loaded CDs왘 Open the glove box.왘 Press the button of a loaded magazine slot for mo

216Controls in detailAudio systemPlaying CDsSingle CD player in the audio unit왘 Press i button.CD0 will appear in the upper left-hand corner of the di

217Controls in detailAudio systemDirect track entryYou can make a direct selection from among the tracks on a CD.왘 Press * button.왘 Enter track number

218Controls in detailAudio systemRandom playThe random function (RDM) plays the tracks of the current CD in random order.앫 Switching on random왘 Press

21At a glanceExterior viewCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelStorage compartmentsDoor control pa

219Controls in detailAudio systemTrack and time display왘 Press T soft key.The number of the track being played and the elapsed playing time appear in

220Controls in detailAudio systemFurther operating instructions not covered here can be found in the operating instruc-tions for the multifunction ste

221Controls in detailAudio systemAdjusting the volume왘 Turn rotary control of E button during a telephone call.The volume will increase or decrease de

222Controls in detailAudio system앫 Searching and calling up telephone book entries by nameYou can access your mobile telephone’s phone book using the

223Controls in detailAudio system앫 Returning calls received왘 Press MEM soft key or press button ‚ or ƒ.왘 Press RCV soft key (received calls).The numbe

224Controls in detailAudio systemRedialIf the number you have dialed is busy, you can again place calls to the last ten telephone numbers dialed using

225Controls in detailAudio systemMuting a callIt is possible to mute a call; the caller is then no longer able to hear you.앫 Mute on왘 PressMUT soft ke

226Controls in detailAudio system앫 Combining two calls왘 Press 3 and s buttons.The calls are combined into one call.앫 Terminating a combined call왘 Pres

227Controls in detailAudio systemSwitching on the telephoneSwitching on the telephone왘 Press h button.If you have programmed an unlock code for the te

228Controls in detailAudio system왘 If necessary, correct number entered with the CLR soft key. Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered

22At a glanceExterior view

229Controls in detailAudio system왘 Press and hold button ‚ or ƒ until desired initial letter has been reached.or왘 Press button ‚ or ƒ repeatedly until

230Controls in detailAudio system앫 Speed dialIf you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbers in your telephone, you can also enter these wi

231Controls in detailAudio systemAccepting an incoming callIf the telephone is active in the background (reception symbol is visible in the display),

232Controls in detailAudio system앫 Switching between calls왘 Press s button.This switches between the calls. The non-active call is kept on hold.앫 Term

233Controls in detailAudio systemEmergency calls “911”The following describes how to dial a “911” emergency call using the audio system head unit when

234Controls in detailAudio systemPlacing a “911” emergency call using audio head unit with the phone unlocked왘 Press h button to switch to telephone o

235Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe windows are opened and closed elec-trically. The switches for both

236Controls in detailPower windows왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).Opening the door windows왘 Press and hold switch 1 or 2 at the symbol k to the r

237Controls in detailPower windowsStopping windows during Express-operation왘 Briefly press the respective switch at the symbol k or j again.Opening an

238Controls in detailPower windowsOpening 왘 Push the retractable hardtop switch in quick succession twice in direction of arrow 1.All side windows ope

23At a glanceExterior viewItem Page1 TrunkOpening the trunk 100Closing the trunk 100Spare wheel 385Vehicle tool kit 3822 Rear lamps 3933 Rear window d

239Controls in detailPower windowsSynchronizing power windowsThe power windows must be synchronized앫 after the battery has been disconnect-ed or disch

240Controls in detailRetractable hardtopOpening and closing the retractable hardtopFor safety reasons, the retractable hardtop can only be opened and

241Controls in detailRetractable hardtopLuggage coverThe luggage cover is located in the trunk.Luggage coverClosing왘 Pull the luggage cover at the han

242Controls in detailRetractable hardtopThe switch for opening/closing the retract-able hardtop is on the lower part of the center console.Retractable

243Controls in detailRetractable hardtopIf the retractable hardtop is not properly locked, lock it as described below.Unlocked status noticed when sto

244Controls in detailRetractable hardtopUnlocked status noticed while driving왘 Stop the vehicle and leave the ignition switched on.왘 To lock the retra

245Controls in detailRetractable hardtopOpening (Summer opening feature)왘 Press and hold unlock button Œ un-til the retractable hardtop is complete-ly

246Controls in detailRetractable hardtopWind screen*1 Wind screen2 Snap fastener (with handle cap)3 Supporting strap4 Fastening pin5 Gap6 Handle capIn

247Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving system of your vehicle is described on the following pages:앫 Cruise control, with whi

248Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume to last set speedSetting

24At a glanceCockpit

249Controls in detailDriving systemsCanceling cruise controlThere are several ways to cancel the cruise control:왘 Step on the brake pedal.The cruise c

250Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 (컄 page 248) and hold it up until th

251Controls in detailLoading왔 LoadingRoof rack!This vehicle is not designed to carry items on its roof. Roof rails and any roof-mounted devices, unles

252Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartments Glove box1 Glove box lid release2 Glove box lid왘 Pull glove box lid release 1 to open the glo

253Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment왘 Reach into recess 2 on the left or right side and lift armrest 1 in direc-tion of arrow to op

254Controls in detailUseful featuresShelf behind roll bars Cup holder1 Cover plate왘 Press briefly on cover plate 1 to open the cup holder.The cup hold

255Controls in detailUseful featuresAshtray1 Cover plate왘 Press cover plate 1 briefly in direction of the arrow.The ashtray opens automatically.왘 To c

256Controls in detailUseful featuresCigarette lighter왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).1 Cigarette lighter왘 Push in cigarette lighter 1.Cigarette l

257Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outletA power outlet is located in the passenger footwell on the side panel of the center console.1 Power ou

258Controls in detailUseful featuresInstalling3 Installing4 Eyelet5 Retainer pin왘 Lay down the floormat.왘 Press the floormat eyelet 4 onto retainer pi

25At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Automatic transmission*:Steering wheel gearshift control*1632 Multifunction steering wheel28,1223 Horn4 Instrument clus

259Controls in detailUseful featuresWhen the mobile phone is inserted in the cradle, you can operate the telephone using the following devices:앫 mobil

260Controls in detailUseful featuresExample illustration1 Insert the mobile phone2 Connector contact3 Mobile phone cradle왘 Slide the lower end of the

261Controls in detailUseful featuresChanging mobile phone cradleIf you require a different cradle for your mobile phone, remove the present cradle bef

262Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Tele Aid* system(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types of respo

263Controls in detailUseful featuresSystem self-checkInitially, after switching on ignition, mal-functions are detected and indicated (the indicator l

264Controls in detailUseful featuresA voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically

265Controls in detailUseful features왘 Press SOS button 2 briefly.The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 flashes until the emergency call is con-cluded.왘 W

266Controls in detailUseful features왘 Press and hold button 1 (for longer than 2 seconds).A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher wil

267Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡The Information button ¡ is located below the center armrest cover.Vehicles with separate tele

268Controls in detailUseful featuresFor more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com and use your ID and password (sent to

26At a glanceInstrument cluster

269Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

270Controls in detailUseful featuresGarage door opener*The integrated remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled devices

271Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming the integrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 37).Step 2:왘 If you have previous

272Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 5:왘 After indicator lamp 1 changes from a slow to a rapidly flashing light, release the hand-held remote cont

273Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 11:왘 Press, hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button a second time to complete the train

274Controls in detailUseful featuresReprogramming a single signal trans-mitter buttonTo program a device using a signal trans-mitter button previously

275Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming tipsIf you are having difficulty programming the integrated remote control, here are some helpful tips

276Controls in detailUseful featuresHeated steering wheel* (SLK 280, SLK 350, Canada only)The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the

277OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

278OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for your vehicle.The first 1000 miles

27At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 Multifunction display with:Main odometer 127Trip odometer 120Automatic transmission*:Gear range indicator52,

279OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

280OperationDriving instructionsPower assistance BrakesTo help prevent brake disc corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted ro

281OperationDriving instructionsRefer to the description of the Brake Assist System (BAS) (컄 page 86).Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be th

282OperationDriving instructionsDriving offApply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear

283OperationDriving instructionsTiresTreadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfer

284OperationDriving instructionsFor more information, see “Tires and wheels” (컄 page 304).HydroplaningDepending on the depth of the water layer on the

285OperationDriving instructionsTire speed ratingRegardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use pru-dent driving speeds

286OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

287OperationDriving instructionsStanding water Passenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your

288OperationDriving instructionsTelephones and two-way radiosRadio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit should only be

28At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display 118Operating control system 1212 Selecting a submenu or setting the volume:P

289OperationDriving instructionsEmission controlCertain engine systems serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limi

290OperationDriving instructions!Excessive coolant temperature triggers a warning message in the multifunction display (컄 page 368).The engine should

291OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear.Lock

292OperationAt the gas station왘 Close the fuel filler flap.Check regularly and before a long tripEngine compartment (example illustration, SLK 350)1 W

293OperationAt the gas stationCoolantFor normal replenishing, use water (potable water quality).For more information on coolant, see “Coolant level” (

294OperationEngine compartmentHoodOpening1 Hood lock release leverWarning! GDo not pull the release lever while the vehi-cle is in motion. Otherwise t

295OperationEngine compartment왘 Pull hood lock release lever 1 in direc-tion of arrow.The hood is unlocked.2 Lever for opening the hood왘 Push lever 2

296OperationEngine compartmentEngine oilThe amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Higher oil co

297OperationEngine compartmentOne of the following messages will subsequently appear in the multifunc-tion display:앫Engine oil levelOK앫Add 1.0 qt. (Ca

298OperationEngine compartmentIf there is excess engine oil with the engine at normal operating temperature, the following message will appear:Engine

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

29At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Cup holder 2542 Audio systemorCOMAND* system (see separate operating instructions)1933

299OperationEngine compartment왘 Pull out oil dipstick 1 again after approximately 3 seconds to obtain accurate reading.The oil level is correct when i

300OperationEngine compartment왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as required.Be careful not to overfill with oil.Be careful not

301OperationEngine compartmentThe coolant expansion tank is located on the passenger side of the engine compart-ment.SLK 350 (example illustration)1 C

302OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located on the passenger side o

303OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle’s battery is located in the en-gine compartment.The battery should always be sufficiently charged in

304OperationTires and wheelsContact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter

305OperationTires and wheelsTire care and maintenanceRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa-tion on chec

306OperationTires and wheelsTread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread de

307OperationTires and wheelsDirection of rotationUnidirectional tires offer added advan-tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor-mance. To benefit, h

308OperationTires and wheelsTire and Loading InformationTire and Loading Information placard1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Informati

30At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Automatic transmission*:Gear selector lever155,157Manual transmission:Gearshift lever1532 Retractable

309OperationTires and wheels1 Seating capacity information on the Tire and Loading Information placardSteps for determining correct load limitThe foll

310OperationTires and wheelsThe higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.For more information, see “T

311OperationTires and wheelsCertification labelEven after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue

312OperationTires and wheelsRecommended tire inflation pressureYour vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the d

313OperationTires and wheels1 Tire and Loading Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressuresThe Tire and Loading Information plac

314OperationTires and wheelsTire inflation pressure changes by approxi-mately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this i

315OperationTires and wheelsRun Flat Indicator*While the vehicle is being driven, the Run Flat Indicator monitors the set tire inflation pressures by

316OperationTires and wheelsReactivating the Run Flat IndicatorThe tire inflation pressure monitor must be restarted in the following situations:앫 If

317OperationTires and wheelsPotential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tiresUnderinflated tiresUnderinflated tires can:앫 cause

318OperationTires and wheelsTire labelingBesides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire.Foll

31At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Interior lighting on/off 1162 Interior lighting automatic control switch1163 Rig

319OperationTires and wheelsGeneral:Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter prec

320OperationTires and wheelsFor additional information on tire load rating, see “Load identification” (컄 page 322).Tire speed ratingThe tire speed rat

321OperationTires and wheels앫 At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a “ZR” in the s

322OperationTires and wheelsLoad identification1 Load identificationIn addition to tire load rating, special load identification 1 may be molded into

323OperationTires and wheels1 DOT 2 Manufacturer’s identification mark3 Tire size4 Tire type code (at the option of the tire manufacturer)5 Date of ma

324OperationTires and wheelsMaximum tire load1 Maximum tire load ratingThe maximum tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support.F

325OperationTires and wheelsAlways follow the recommended tire inflation pressure (컄 page 312) for proper tire inflation. Uniform Tire Quality Grading

326OperationTires and wheelsTreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rat-ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled cond

327OperationTires and wheelsTire ply material1 Plies in sidewall2 Plies under treadThis marking tells you about the type of cord and number of plies i

328OperationTires and wheelsBarAnother metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascal

32At a glanceStorage compartments

329OperationTires and wheelsMaximum tire inflation pressureThis number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire unde

330OperationTires and wheelsTire speed ratingPart of tire designation; indicates the speed range for which a tire is approved.Total load limitRated ca

331OperationTires and wheelsIf applicable to your vehicle’s tire configu-ration, tires can be rotated according to the tire manufacturer’s recommended

332OperationWinter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service includes:앫 Chec

333OperationWinter drivingSnow chainsSnow chains should only be driven on snow-covered roads at speeds not higher than 30 mph (50 km/h). Remove chains

334OperationMaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Mainten

335OperationMaintenanceClearing the maintenance service indicator messageThe maintenance service indicator message is automatically cleared:앫 after ap

336OperationMaintenanceResetting the maintenance service indicator In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out by an

337OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of vehicleRegular and proper care will help to main-tain the value of your vehicle. The best w

338OperationVehicle careof incompatibility between materials used in the production process and others applied later.We have selected car-care product

33At a glanceStorage compartmentsItem Page1 Glove box 2522 Door pocket3 TrunkVehicle tool kit, jack, spare wheel382Luggage cover 241Trunk load 442Load

339OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the i

340OperationVehicle careOrnamental moldingsFor regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome-plated parts, use a chrome clean-er.Headlamps, tail lamp

341OperationVehicle care왘 Fold the wiper arms forward until they snap into place.왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solu

342OperationVehicle carePlastic and rubber parts왘 Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solution.왘 Wi

343OperationVehicle careSeat belts왘 Use only clear, lukewarm water and soap.UpholsteryUsing aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the

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345Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing SmartKey batteriesRepl

346Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If any of the following lamps in the instru-ment cluster fails to com

347Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution- The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on when the engine is runn

348Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionUSA only:?Canada only:±The red brake warning lamp comes on when

34At a glanceDoor control panelItem Page1 Inside door handle 992 Power window switch for opening/closing passenger-side window2353 Power window switch

349Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionUSA only:?Canada only:±The yellow engine malfunction indicator l

350Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionv The yellow ESP® warning lamp comes on when the engine is runni

351Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seco

352Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution< During driving the red seat belt telltale flashes and you a

353Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution4 The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp flashes after starting th

354Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution75 The passenger front air bag off in-dica

355Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution75 The front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp does not

356Practical hintsWhat to do if …Vehicle status messages in the multifunction displayWarning and malfunction messages appear in the multifunction disp

357Practical hintsWhat to do if …On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warn-ing and malfunction messages that ma

358Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesDisplay message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionABSABS, ESP inoperativeSee Operators’s Manua

35Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

359Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESPunavailableSee Operator’s ManualThe ESP® is temporaril

360Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionSRSRestraint system malfunctionVisit workshopThere is a m

361Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront passengerairbag enabledSee Operator’sManualThe pas

362Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionWith the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on,앫 t

363Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront passengerairbag disabledSee Operator’sManualThe pas

364Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionWith the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on,앫 t

365Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionRun Flat IndicatorinoperativeThe Run Flat Indicator* is m

366Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution# The battery is no longer

367Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionUSA only:;Canada only:3Checkbrake fluid le

368Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution•CoolantStop, turn engine offThe coolant i

36Getting startedThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay

369Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tempera-ture may rise close to 248°F (120°C

370Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution• The cooling fan for the coolant is malfu

371Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution±Display malfunctionDrive to workshopCerta

372Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionNCheck oil levelwhen next refuelingSLK 280

373Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the message Add 1 qt. (Canada: 1 liter) engine oil when next refueling (SLK 55 AMG) or Check oil level when next

374Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionAReserve fuelThe fuel level has dropped be

375Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionO You are driving with the hood open. Risk

376Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Brake-/tail lampleftThe left brake lamp i

377Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.High beamrightThe right high beam lamp (h

378Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Low beamrightThe right low beam lamp is m

37Getting startedUnlocking왘 Press unlock button Œ on the SmartKey.앫 All turn signal lamps flash once.앫 An acoustic warning sounds once (if equipped an

379Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Rear rightmarker lampThe right rear side

380Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Left mirrorturn signalThe left turn signa

381Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display message Possible cause/consequence Possible solution<DriverPlease fasten beltThe display re

382Practical hintsWhere will I find...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is stored in a parcel net behind the driver’s seat.Vehicle tool kit, vehicle jac

383Practical hintsWhere will I find...?1 Collapsible wheel chock2 Vehicle jack3 Protective wrap4 Alignment bolt5 Towing eye bolt6 Wheel wrench7 Spare

384Practical hintsWhere will I find...?The vehicle jack is located in the storage compartment underneath the trunk floor.Storage position왘 Remove vehi

385Practical hintsWhere will I find...?왘 Tilt both plates upward 1.왘 Fold the lower plate outward 2.왘 Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way in

386Practical hintsWhere will I find...?왘 Unscrew the valve insert from the valve and allow the air to escape.왘 Screw the valve insert back into the va

387Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왔 Unlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you cannot unlock the vehicle with the S

388Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking and opening the trunkA minimum height clearance of 5.78 ft (1.76 m) is required to open t

38Getting startedUnlockingFor information on starting the engine, see (컄 page 51).iWhen you switch on ignition, the indicator and warning lamps (excep

389Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergency왘 Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver’s door lock until it stops.왘 Turn mechanical key 2 clockw

390Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergencyRaising retractable hardtop manuallyWarning! GIf the retractable hardtop does not com-pletely open or

391Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries왔 Replacing SmartKey batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged, the vehicle can no longer

392Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries3 Batteries4 Contact springs왘 Pull out batteries 3.왘 Using a lint-free cloth, insert new batteries 3 und

393Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsBulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore esse

394Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signal lampLED2 Turn signal lamp 3457 AK3 Halogen headlamp:Low beamH7 (55 W)Bi-

395Practical hintsReplacing bulbsRear lamps Notes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12-volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating.앫 Sw

396Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lampsBefore you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first:왘 Turn the

397Practical hintsReplacing bulbsLow beam bulb (Halogen headlamps only)왘 Turn housing cover 1 counterclock-wise and remove.왘 Turn bulb socket 5 with t

398Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Fold corresponding trim to side.왘 Turn the respective bulb socket coun-terclockwise and remove.왘 Press gently onto

Contents Introduction ... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual ...

39Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsThe seats can be adjusted either manually or electrically, depending on the vehicle’s equipment.Warning! GAl

399Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesPlacing wiper arms in vertical position1 Wiper arms왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter

400Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesRemoving wiper blades왘 Fold the wiper arms forward until they engage.1 Wiper blade2 Tabs3 Attachment4 Cover왘 P

401Practical hintsFlat tire왔 Flat tireThe SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package* is equipped with a TIREFIT kit.Preparing the vehicle왘 Park the vehicle

402Practical hintsFlat tireTwo-part sticker1 Sticker for instrument cluster2 Sticker for wheel왘 Attach sticker part 1 where it will be easily seen by

403Practical hintsFlat tireVersion 11 TIREFIT container2 Notch3 Electric air pump switch4 Electrical plug5 Air hose6 Flange7 FlapVersion 21 TIREFIT co

404Practical hintsFlat tireVersion 1a Vent screwb Pressure gauge왘 Close vent screw a on pressure gauge b (version 1 only).왘 Screw filler hose 8 onto t

405Practical hintsFlat tire왘 After attaining a tire inflation pressure of 26 psi (1.8 bar), press 0 on electric air pump switch 8 (컄 page 403).The ele

406Practical hintsFlat tireVersion 2a Deflate buttonb Pressure gauge왘 If the tire inflation pressure is at least 20 psi (1.3 bar), inflate or deflate

407Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheelPreparing the vehicle왘 Prepare the vehicle as described (컄 page 401).왘 Take the spare wheel, wheel

408Practical hintsFlat tire1 Wheel wrench왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts in direc-tion of arrow (approximately

40Getting startedAdjustingManual seat adjustment1 Seat fore and aft adjustment2 Seat height3 Seat backrest tiltWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, alw

409Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground.Removing the wheel4 Alignment bolt왘 Uns

410Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub.왘 Guide the spare wheel onto the align-ment bolt and push it on.왘 Insert th

411Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.왘 Inflate the collapsible tire (컄 page 411).Infl

412Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Press I on electric air pump switch 2.The electric air pump switches on and inflates the collapsible tire.왘 Inflate the c

413Practical hintsFlat tireLowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning the crank counterclockwise until vehicle is resting fully on its own weight.

414Practical hintsFlat tireMOExtended system*The MOExtended system allows you to continue driving your vehicle even if there is a total loss of pressu

415Practical hintsBattery왔 BatteryThe battery is located in the engine com-partment on the right-hand side below the water tray (컄 page 416).1 Battery

416Practical hintsBatteryDisconnecting the battery1 Water tray2 Lock왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 page 59).왘 Make sure the gear selector lever* is set

417Practical hintsBatteryRemoving the battery왘 Remove the screw on the swivel bar.왘 Remove the swivel bar.왘 Pull out the battery ventilation hose from

418Practical hintsBatteryReconnecting the battery왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Connect the battery positive lead 2 (컄 page 415) and fasten its

41Getting startedAdjustingSeat fore and aft adjustment왘 Pull handle 1.왘 Slide the seat to the desired position.왘 Allow handle 1 to reengage with an au

419Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another v

420Practical hintsJump starting왘 Make sure the two vehicles do not touch.왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Apply the parking brake (컄 page 59).왘 M

421Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

422Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltThe towing eye bolt is supplied with the ve-hicle tool kit, located in the compartment u

423Practical hintsTowing the vehicleRemoving왘 Press mark on cover 1.왘 Cover 1 springs open at the top right corner.왘 Pull at the protruding part of co

424Practical hintsTowing the vehicleRemoving왘 Press mark on cover 1.왘 Cover 1 springs open at the top.왘 Pull at the protruding part of cover 1 and fol

425Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesThe electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power circuits.If a fuse is blown, the component

426Practical hintsFusesOpening왘 Open the driver’s door.왘 Insert flat, blunt object as a lever into recess on the edge of cover 1 at the position indic

427Technical dataParts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain DimensionsWei

428Technical dataThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers

42Getting startedAdjustingSeat fore and aft adjustment왘 Press the horizontal switch forward or backward in direction of arrows 1.Seat height왘 Press th

429Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

430Technical dataIdentification labels1 Certification label (on driver’s door B-pillar)The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the fol

431Technical dataIdentification labels4 VIN 5 Engine number (engraved on engine)6 VIN (lower edge of windshield)7 Vacuum line routing diagram label8

432Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveSLK 280, SLK 3501 Idler pulley2 Idler pulley3 Automatic belt tensioner4 Power steering pump5 Air condition

433Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel SLK 280 (171.454)11The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center

434Technical dataRims and tires!Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to

435Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tiresModel SLK 280 SLK 280SLK 280 (Appearance Package*)SLK 350SLK 350 (Appearance Package*)Rims (light alloy)

436Technical dataRims and tiresModel SLK 280 (Sport Package*)SLK 350 (Sport Package*)SLK 55 AMGSLK 55 AMGSLK 55 AMG (Performance Package*)Rims (light

437Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresModel SLK 280 SLK 280*SLK 280 (Appearance Package*)SLK 350SLK 350 (Appearance Package*)Front axle:Rims

438Technical dataRims and tiresModel SLK 280 (Sport Package*)SLK 350 (Sport Package*)SLK 55 AMGSLK 55 AMG (Performance Package*)Front axle:AMG rims (l

43Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel Make sure that앫 you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows앫 you can move you

439Technical dataRims and tiresSpare wheel with collapsible tireModel All models (except SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package*)Rim (light alloy) 4.5 B

440Technical dataElectrical systemModel SLK 280 SLK 350 SLK 55 AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/150 A 14 V/150 A 14 V/150 AStarter motor 12 V/1.4 kW 12

441Technical dataMain Dimensions왔 Main DimensionsModel SLK 280 SLK 350 SLK 55 AMGOverall vehicle length 161.0 in (4089 mm) 161.0 in (4089 mm) 161.1 in

442Technical dataWeightsModel SLK 280SLK 350SLK 55 AMGMaximum roof load 110 lb (50 kg) 110lb (50kg)Maximum trunk load 220 lb (100 kg) 220 lb (100 kg)!

443Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respective lubricants must

444Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Power steering All models 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) MB Power

445Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durabil-ity

446Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Brake fluidOnly brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz C

447Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Fuel requirementsOnly use premium unleaded fuel:앫 The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91

448Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro-vides:앫 Cor

44Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel adjustment, electrical*The steering wheel adjustment stalk is located on the lower left of the steering colum

449Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum compon

450Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*Both the windshield washer system and headlamp

451IndexAABS 84Indicator lamp 346, 347Messages in the multifunction display 358Accelerator position, automatic transmission 159Accessory weight 327Acc

452IndexDeactivating 185Defrosting 170, 188Residual heat utilization 192Sun sensor 25Temperature 186Automatic shift program 161Automatic transmission*

453IndexCCalifornia retail buyers and lessees, Important notice for 11Call priority, Tele Aid* 268Capacities and recommended fuels/lubricants 443Carpe

454IndexCombination switch 113High beam flasher 113High beam headlamps 55, 113Low beam headlamps 55Turn signals 55Windshield wipers 56Control system 1

455IndexDelayed shut-offExterior lamps 144Interior lighting 145Department of Transportation see DOTDifficultiesWile driving 58With starting the engine

456IndexEEasy-entry/exit feature* 44, 147Electric air pumpInflating collapsible tire 411Sealing tires with TIREFIT 401Vehicle tool kit 382Electrical s

457IndexFFirst aid kit 382Flat tire 401Inflating collapsible spare tire 411Lifting vehicle 407Lowering vehicle 413Mounting spare wheel 407, 409TIREFIT

458IndexHHard plastic trim items, cleaning 342Hazard warning flasher 115, 116Head restraint height (Seats) 42HeadlampsBi-Xenon* 394Cleaning system* 16

45Getting startedAdjustingWith the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you:앫 close the dri

459IndexLanguage in multifunction display (Control system) 139Layout of poly-V-belt drive 432License plate lamps 395Light alloy wheelsCleaning 341Tech

460IndexManual transmission 153Driving 53Gearshift pattern 51Starting with SmartKey 51Maximum inflation pressure 329Maximum load rating 328Maximum loa

461IndexNNavigation system* 135Neck-level heating see AIRSCARF*Neutral gear positionAutomatic transmission* 155, 157Manual transmission 154Night secur

462IndexPhone book see Telephone*Plastic parts, cleaning 342Poly-V-belt drive 432Potential problems associated with under-inflated and overinflated ti

463IndexRemote door unlock with Tele Aid* 269Reporting, safety defects 18Research Octane Number see RONReset button (Instrument cluster) 27Residual en

464IndexService systemMaintenance service indicator 334Parts service 428Settings menu (Control system) 136Shelf behind roll bar 254Shift program mode,

465IndexSteering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshiftingAutomatic transmission* 163Stolen vehicle, Recovery services (Tele Aid*) 269Storage com

466IndexTime and date synchronization with head unit* (Control system) 141TIN 329Tire and Loading Information 308Tire and loading terminology 327Tire

467IndexTread 330Tread depth 306, 332Treadwear indicators 283, 330Trip computer menu (Control system) 148Trunk 100Lighting 116Luggage cover 241Trunk l

468IndexVehicle loading terminology 327Vehicle status message memory menu (Control system) 135Vehicle tool kit 32, 382Collapsible wheel chock 384Vehic

46Getting startedAdjustingMirrorsAdjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffi

Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly. F

47Getting startedAdjustingThe buttons are located on the lower part of the center console.1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button2 Adjustment

48Getting startedDrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GMake sure that absolutely no objects are ob-structing the pedal’s range of movement. Keep th

ContentsSafety and Security ... 63Occupant safety... 64Air bags ...

49Getting startedDriving1 Loop for seat belt guidance2 Latch plate3 Release button4 Buckle왘 With a smooth motion, pull the seat belt from the seat bel

50Getting startedDrivingProper use of seat belts앫 Do not twist the seat belt when fastening.앫 Adjust seat belt so that the shoulder portion is located

51Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Manual transmissionGearshift pattern for manual transmissionFor more information, see “Manual trans-missio

52Getting startedDrivingAutomatic transmission*Gearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park position with gear selector lever lockR Reverse gear

53Getting startedDrivingParking brake 1 Parking brake lever2 Release button왘 Pull up slightly on parking brake lever 1 and press release button 2.왘 Pu

54Getting startedDrivingManual transmission왘 Depress the brake pedal.왘 Fully depress the clutch pedal.왘 Move gearshift lever to first gear to drive fo

55Getting startedDrivingSwitching on headlampsLow beam headlampsThe exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel

56Getting startedDriving왘 Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 or 2.The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp K or L in the instrum

57Getting startedDrivingSwitching on windshield wipers왘 Turn the combination switch to the desired position depending on the intensity of the rain.0 W

58Getting startedDrivingSingle wipe왘 Press the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 1 (컄 page 58) to the resistance point.The windshield w

ContentsAutomatic transmission*... 155Gear selector lever... 155Shifting procedure ... 156G

59Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

60Getting startedParking and locking1 Parking brake lever왘 Pull up parking brake lever 1 firmly.When the ignition is switched on or the engine is runn

61Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 109).For more information, see “Lighting” (컄 p

62Getting startedParking and lockingLocking 왘 Exit the vehicle and close all doors. 왘 Press the lock button ‹ on the SmartKey (컄 page 36).앫 All turn s

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle.앫 Sea

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GModifications to or work improperly con-ducted on restraint systems (such as seat belts and anchors, eme

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAir bagsWarning! GAir bags are designed to reduce the poten-tial of injury in certain frontal impacts (front air b

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, proper-ly use the seat belts and use a

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bagiAir bags are designed to activate onl

ContentsLoading ... 251Roof rack... 251Useful features ...

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle, we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with a

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy-ment thresholds. You will then be

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOccupant Classification SystemThe Occupant Classification System (OCS) automatically turns the passenger front air

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GIf the 75 indicator lamp illumi-nates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIf the 75 indicator lamp is illuminated, the passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed.If th

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe 75 indicator lamp is located in the center console.1 Passenger front air bag off indicator lampThe 75 indicato

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test Occupant Classification SystemAfter turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2, the 7

76Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySeat beltsThe use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states, the Di

77Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GDamaged seat belts or seat belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be re-placed and their an

78Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEnhanced seat belt reminder systemWhen the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < will always illuminate f

ContentsDOT, Tire IdentificationNumber (TIN) ... 322Maximum tire load ... 324Maximum tire inflation

79Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts are equipped with emergency tensioning de

80Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInfant and child restraint systemsWe recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while

81Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyA statement by the child restraint manu-facturer of compliance with these stan-dards can be found on the instructi

82Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 If you place a child in a forward-facing child restraint on the passenger seat, move the seat as far back as pos

83Safety and SecurityPanic alarm왔 Panic alarm1 Â buttonActivating왘 Press and hold button 1 for at least 1 second.An audible alarm and flashing exterio

84Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫 ABS (Antilock Brake Sys

85Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBrakingAt the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pe

86Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBASThe Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, th

87Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 350) and (컄 page 359).Warning! GNever switc

88Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsElectronic traction systemThe electronic traction system is a component of ESP®.The electronic traction sys

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89Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe ESP® switch is located on the upper part of the center console.1 ESP® switch왘 With the engine running,

90Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activating왘 Remove the Smar

91Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming the alarm system왘 Lock your vehicle with the SmartKey.The turn signal lamps flash three times and an aco

92Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming tow-away alarm왘 Lock your vehicle with the SmartKey.The tow-away alarm is automatically armed after abou

93Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory function*LightingInstrument clusterControl systemManual transmissionAutomatic transmission*Good v

94Controls in detailIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment installed in your vehicle.

95Controls in detailLocking and unlockingWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and

96Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory setting Global unlocking왘 Press button Œ.앫 All turn signal lamps flash once.앫 An acoustic warning sou

97Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSelective settingIf you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that press-ing but

98Controls in detailLocking and unlockingGlobal locking왘 Press button ‹.With all doors and the trunk closed:앫 All turn signal lamps flash three times.