Mercedes-benz SLK-Class 2009 Owners Manual Bedienungsanleitung

Operator’s ManualSLK

8Gear rangeAutomatic transmission . . . . . . . . . 101Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Limiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission98Downshifting gears leading to overrevvingthe engine can result in engine damge thatis not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim-ite

Automatic transmission99ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited War-ranty.iDuring the brief warm-up, transmissionupshifting is delayed. This allows the cata

Automatic transmission100With drive position D selected, you can influ-ence transmission shifting by:Rlimiting the gear rangeRextending the gear range

Automatic transmission101Effectë Neutral positionNo power is transmitted from theengine to the drive axle. When thebrakes are released, the vehiclecan

Automatic transmission102Effectè With this selection you can use thebraking effect of the engine.ç Allows the use of engine’s brakingpower when drivin

Automatic transmission103The current program mode appears in themultifunction display.1Program mode indicator ! Never change the program mode whenthe

Automatic transmission104cle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not pre-vent this type of loss of control.XBriefly press the gear selector lever to thel

Automatic transmission105Program mode selector switchC Comfort For comfort drivingS Sport For standard drivingM Manual For manual gearshiftingThe curr

Automatic transmission106XShift the automatic transmission from cur-rent gear 1 into the next higher gear.The fuel supply will otherwise be inter-rupt

Instrument cluster107Instrument clusterIntroductionFor a full view illustration of the instrumentcluster, see “Instrument clus-ter” (Y page 28).GWarni

9Instrument panelsee Instrument cluster Instruments and controlssee Cockpit I

Control system108Resetting trip odometerXMake sure you are viewing the standarddisplay (Y page 112) in the multifunctiondisplay.XPress and hold reset

Control system1091 Multifunction display2 Press buttonsto take a callto dial3to redial3tto end a callto reject an incoming callPress buttonæçto select

Control system110Multifunction display1Main odometer2Trip odometer3Automatic transmission program modeindicator54Status indicator (outside temperature

Control system111Menus and submenus5Automatic transmission onlyControls in detail

Control system112iThe headings used in the menus table aredesigned to facilitate navigation within thesystem and are not necessarily identical tothose

Control system113During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant temperature mayrise close to 248‡ (120†).! Excessive coolan

Control system114Use buttons j or k to select the fol-lowing functions in the AMG menu:RVehicle supply voltage (Y page 114)RRACETIMER (Y page 114)ROve

Control system115XPress button ç while the timer is run-ning.The intermediate time will be shown for5 seconds.XPress button ç within 5 seconds.The int

Control system116XPress button è or ÿ repeatedly untilthe AMG menu appears in the multifunc-tion display.XPress button j repeatedly until the lapanaly

Control system117For more information on satellite radio oper-ation, see “Satellite radio” (Y page 145).Operating audio devices/audio mediaXTurn on th

10Low-beam headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81L

Control system118Vehicle status message memorymenuUse the Vehicle status message memorymenu to scan malfunction and warning mes-sages that may be stor

Control system119Resetting to factory settingsYou can reset the functions of all submenusto the factory settings.For safety reasons, the function Head

Control system120Lighting submenuRSetting daytime running lamp mode (USAonly) (Y page 122)RSetting locator lighting (Y page 122)RSetting night securit

Control system121Selecting display (digital speedometer oroutside temperature) for status indicatorXMove the selection marker with buttonæ or ç to the

Control system122Example illustration for setting the monthXPress button æ or ç to set themonth, day, or year.Lighting submenuAccess the Lighting subm

Control system123RSide marker lampsRFront fog lampsThe locator lighting goes out when the driver’sdoor is opened.If you do not open the driver’s door

Control system124You can temporarily deactivate the head-lamps delayed shut-off feature:XBefore exiting the vehicle, turn the Smart-Key in the starter

Control system125GWarning!You must make sure no one can becometrapped or injured by the moving steeringwheel when the easy-entry/exit feature isactiva

Control system126Fuel consumption statistics since lastresetXPress button ÿ or è repeatedly untilthe message From Start appears in themultifunction di

Control system127Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle iscovering a distance of 44 feet (approxi-mately 14

11Gearshift control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Memory function . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio system1281Selected name from the phone bookXPress button s.The control system dials the selectedphone number.If the connection is successful and

Audio system129Operating safetyGWarning!Any alterations made to electronic compo-nents can cause malfunctions.The radio, amplifier, CD changer, satell

Audio system130Audio control unit overviewControls in detail

Audio system131Item1 Switching to radio mode(Y page 141)Switching wave bands (Y page 142)Switching to Sat mode(Y page 147)2 Opening system menu (Y pag

Audio system132k Switching sound on/off(Y page 136)Switching hands-free microphoneon/off (Y page 183)l Sound settings (Y page 137)Audio displayiFor in

Audio system133Button Mode/Basic menu Menu Pageb Radio Radio (FM/AM) (Y page 140)Weather Band (Y page 140)Sat Radio (Y page 145)éDisc CD/MP3 mode (Y p

Audio system134XMoving through the menu bar: Press but-ton ( or &.The currently selected item is highlighted.XConfirming the selected menu item:Pr

Audio system135XConfirming selection: Press button C.The Radio menu is selected and a list ofsubmenus appears.XEnter Frequency is selected.XConfirming

Audio system136XSwitching on: Press push button D.orXIf the audio system was on as you switchedoff the ignition, turn the SmartKey in thestarter switc

Audio system137Selecting sound settingsFor bass and treble, you can select differentsound settings for each individual audiosource. The particular Sou

12Production options weight . . . . . . . . 249Program mode selector switchAutomatic shift program . . . . . . . . 102Manual shift program . . . . . .

Audio system138stereo recordings with an optimal surroundsound platform for each passenger.The LOGIC 7® distributes the 5.1 surroundinformation over t

Audio system139SYS menuSYS settings menu overviewMenuSystem SettingsLanguage (Y page 140)Display (Y page 139)BrightnessDay ModeNight ModeAutomaticBlue

Audio system140of up to ten meters are possible with Blue-tooth®.Activate or deactivate Bluetooth®Xê £ System Settings £ Blue-tooth £ Activate Bluetoo

Audio system141metallic aerial structure on the window willinterfere with radio reception. Cutting thefilm on the window can permanently dam-age the a

Audio system142Illustration: radio mode in FM wave band1Status line2Station name or other information fromthe station3Store position of station4Main a

Audio system143Tuning to a station/channel via station/channel search functioniThe search function searches for the nextreceivable station in the FM o

Audio system144R, with the keypad in audio control unitbriefly.The audio system tunes in to the frequencyentered.iIt is not possible to enter a freque

Audio system145XPress b button on audio control unitrepeatedly until desired wave band hasbeen selected.Basic menu is shown in the audio display.XPres

Audio system146Sat Presets Info Category (Cat.) SoundChannel List Station presets Show program info All channels TrebleChannel Entry Select category B

Audio system147iIf a satellite receiver is not installed or notproperly installed:The message Device Unavailable willappear.If the satellite radio ser

13Safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Telltale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio system148XPress button b on audio control unitrepeatedly until satellite radio Sat isselected.The message Acquiring Signal... willappear when th

Audio system149Tuning in channelsYou have the following selection options:RThe channel scan functionRThe manual channel number entryRThe channel listR

Audio system150Tuning in channels using satellite radiochannel presetsXb (if necessary repeatedly) £ Pre-sets.orXPress button C when the main area iss

Audio system151You will see a screen that may contain thefollowing information (if available):RSelected program categoryRSelected channelRArtist of th

Audio system152CD and MP3 modeSubmenu overviewCD or MP3 Track list (Audio CD) or Folder(MP3)CD changer or other media SoundNormal Track Sequence Selec

Audio system153General notesiAudio CDs with copy protection are notcompatible with the CD audio standard andtherefore may not be able to be played byt

Audio system154Multisession CDsFor multisession CDs, the first session typeof the CD determines how the audio systemwill process the CD.For example, i

Audio system155Permissible bit and sampling ratesRFixed and variable bit rates up to320 kbit/sRSampling rates of 24 kHz – 48 kHziOnly use MP3 tracks w

Audio system156mitted by road, weather and traffic condi-tions.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle iscove

Audio system157XPress button % to select the menu bar.XPress button & to select Fill EmptySlots.XPress button C.The message Please Insert Disc <

14Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343Engine oil additives . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio system158XPress button C to confirm.XRemove the CD from CD slot.If you do not remove the CD from the CDslot, the CD changer will automatically p

Audio system1599Current playback options (visible if acti-vated)aMedium name (only if stored on themedium as CD text)bCalling up track listcPlayback o

Audio system160the respective number of the magazinecompartment on the keypad (A through6).Selecting a trackXSkipping forwards or backwards to atrack:

Audio system1611Current folder name2Moving to superordinate folder3Current track4Track symbolXMove to the superordinate folder: Selectthe Q symbol and

Audio system162Media interfaceGWarning!Only operate an external audio sourcewhen the vehicle is stationary. There is arisk of accident by being distra

Audio system163RThe playlists on the device are searched forin the background. They are provided in aseparate category once they are available.RThe me

Audio system164XConnect the audio device to the mediainterface in the glove box using therequired cable 1, 2, or 3 while the vehi-cle is standing stil

Audio system1659Settings menuaSymbol of connected mediumiWhen you connect a medium via iPod® orUSB cable while the audio function isactive, the audio

Audio system166Selecting via keypadXInitiating input: Press button ó.A numerical input field appears. The num-ber of available digits depends on the n

Audio system167i To select Music, the external device mustbe activated.1Device name and symbol2Available categoriesXSelecting category, folder, album:

15Speed rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242, 249Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236, 247

Audio system168USB storage mediaiThis function is only available for alpha-betically ordered files. It is not available forplaylists.XPress the respec

Audio system169Calling up AUX modeGWarning!Due to the different volumes of the externalaudio sources, system messages of thevehicle may be much louder

Audio system170without being connected to an externalantenna) from inside the vehicle while theengine is running. Doing so could lead to amalfunction

Audio system171General notesMaking calls via Bluetooth® interfaceThe audio system telephone function via theBluetooth® interface is available in conju

Audio system172Caller IDThe audio system can display the telephonenumber and the name of the caller, e. g. foran incoming call and also in other menus

Audio system173XActivate Bluetooth® connection on theaudio system (Y page 140).Xê £ System Settings £ Blue-tooth £ Activate Bluetooth.You have activat

Audio system174XConfirming passcode: Select d in themenu bar and press button C to confirm.XDeleting digits: Select õ in the menubar and briefly press

Audio system175XSelect Options £ De-Authorize.A prompt appears asking whether youreally want to de-authorize this device.XSelect Yes or No.If you sele

Audio system176RREADY indicates that a call is possible.RNO SERVICE indicates that the mobile net-work is not available.Setting transmit and receive v

Audio system177Placing a “911” emergency call with themobile phone lockediIf the mobile phone is locked, you only canmake an emergency call on the mob

16Vehicle loadingLoad limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247Vehicle maximum load on the

Audio system178Deleting external DataXh £ Phone £ Delete Contacts.A prompt appears asking whether the datashould be deleted.XSelect Yes or No.If you s

Audio system179XSelect the characters for the required entryone after another.As soon as the selection has been nar-rowed down to a single entry, the

Audio system180Deleting entryXSelect entry.XSelect Options £ Delete.You will be prompted to confirm that youreally want to delete the entry.XSelect Ye

Audio system181Making callsXPress button h on the audio control unitto call up the telephone mode.When the mobile phone is ready for opera-tion, the d

Audio system182Initiating a call to a phone book entryXh £ Name.XSelect entry (Y page 178).XPress button s or C.Initiating a call to a call list entry

Audio system183XAccepting: Press button s on audiocontrol unit or on the multifunction steeringwheel.orXPress button C.XRejecting: Press button t on a

Driving systems184Driving systemsIntroductionThe cruise control driving system is describedon the following pages.The ABS, BAS and ESP® driving safety

Driving systems185Activating cruise controlYou can activate the cruise control at vehiclespeeds above 20 mph (30 km/h).You cannot activate the cruise

Driving systems186Changing the set speedGWarning!Keep in mind that it may take a briefmoment until the vehicle has made the nec-essary adjustments.Inc

Climate control system187Climate control systemOverview of climate control system functionsYour vehicle is equipped with either of the following clima

Operator’s Manual17Product InformationPlease observe the following in your own bestinterest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as

Climate control system188Control panelsClimate controlFunction Recommendation/Notes1 Temperature control, driver’s sideiSet the temperature to 72‡ (22

Climate control system189Function Recommendation/Notes3 Air distribution control (Y page 195)4 Temperature control, passenger sideiSet the temperature

Climate control system190Function Recommendation/Notes1 Q Air volume (Y page 196)2 U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode)iSwitch on the au

Climate control system191Function Recommendation/Notes5 ´ Climate control on/offiSwitch on the climate control system. The indicatorlamp in button ´ g

Climate control system192Notes on climate control systemThe climate control system is operationalwhenever the engine is running. You canoperate the cl

Climate control system193Automatic climate controlXDeactivating: Press button ´.The indicator lamp in the button comes on.XReactivating: Press button

Climate control system194XPress buttons Á or  to separatelyadjust the interior air temperature on eachside of the passenger compartment.The temperatu

Climate control system195XOpening the center air vents: Turnthumbwheels 2 and 5 upward to the firststop.Center air vents 1, 3, 4 and 6 areopen.XTurn t

Climate control system196XTurn air distribution control 3(Y page 188) to the desired symbol.The air distribution is adjusted according tothe chosen se

Climate control system197XSwitch the windshield wipers on(Y page 88).XPress button U12.The indicator lamp in the button comes on.Air distribution and

SymbolsTrademarks®:RBluetooth® is a registered trademark ofBluetooth SIG Inc.RESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler.RHomeLink® is a registered tra

Operator’s Manual18Service and warranty informationThe Service and Warranty Information book-let contains detailed information about thewarranties cov

Rear window defroster198the selected temperature. The blower willrun at speed setting 1 regardless of the airvolume control setting.XActivating: Switc

Retractable hardtop199Retractable hardtopSafety notesFor safety reasons, the retractable hardtopcan only be opened and closed when the vehi-cle is sta

Retractable hardtop200Otherwise the retractable hardtop andtrunk as well as other parts of the vehiclecould be damaged.Opening and closingWith the ret

Retractable hardtop201XPress and hold button k until theretractable hardtop is completely open.The rear side windows also open.XRelease button k to in

Retractable hardtop2021Wind screen2Snap fastener (with handle cap)3Supporting strap4Fastening pin5Gap6Handle capInstallingXRemove wind screen 1 from i

Loading and storing203ClosingXPull the luggage cover at the handle indirection of the arrow until it engages onboth sides at the trunk sill.OpeningXPr

Loading and storing204Storage compartmentsGWarning!To help avoid personal injury during a col-lision or sudden maneuver, exercise carewhen storing obj

Useful features205Storage compartment between the seatbackrests1Storage compartment lid release2Storage compartmentXOpening: Press storage compartment

Useful features2061Cover plateXOpening: Press briefly on cover plate 1.XClosing: Press cover plate 1 until the cupholder engages.Sun visorsGWarning!Do

Useful features2071Cover plate XOpening: Press cover plate 1 briefly indirection of the arrow.XRemoving ashtray insert: Secure vehiclefrom movement by

Operator’s Manual19Roadside AssistanceThe Mercedes-Benz Roadside AssistanceProgram provides factory-trained technicalhelp in the event of a breakdown.

Useful features208the socket damaged, the lighter may notfunction properly any longer.Power outletThe power outlet can be used to accommo-date 12V DC

Useful features209either of these signals are unavailable, theTele Aid system may not function and if thisoccurs, assistance must be summoned byother

Useful features210Initiating an emergency call manuallyiThe “911” emergency call system is apublic service. Using it without due causeis a criminal of

Useful features211transmit data generating the vehicle identifi-cation number, model, color and location(subject to availability of cellular and GPS s

Useful features212cation number, model, color and location(subject to availability of cellular and GPS sig-nals).i The audio system or COMAND systemdi

Useful features213Route guidanceA prompt appears for confirmation if routeguidance to the address is to be started.XSelect Yes using button ( or &

Useful features214Garage door openerThe integrated remote control can operate upto three separately controlled devices com-patible with HomeLink® or s

Useful features215XStep 4: Using both hands, simultaneouslypress hand-held remote control button 6and the desired signal transmitter button(2, 3 or 4)

Useful features216not be long enough for the integrated signaltransmitter to pick up the signal during pro-gramming. Similar to this Canadian law, som

Useful features217Programming tipsIf you are having difficulty programming theintegrated remote control, here are somehelpful tips:RCheck the frequenc

Operating safety20Operating safetyGWarning!Work improperly carried out on electroniccomponents and associated softwarecould cause them to cease functi

Useful features218FloormatsGWarning!Whenever you are using floormats, makesure there is enough clearance and that thefloormats are securely fastened.F

219Vehicle equipment ... 220The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ... 220At the gas station ... 221Eng

The first 1000 miles (1500 km)220Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your

At the gas station221At the gas stationRefuelingGWarning!Gasoline is highly flammable and poison-ous. It burns violently and can cause seri-ous person

At the gas station2221Fuel filler flap2Fuel filler capXTurn off the engine.iLeaving the engine running and the fuelfiller cap open can cause the yello

Engine compartment223Engine compartmentHoodGWarning!Do not pull the release lever while the vehi-cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood couldbe forced o

Engine compartment2242Handle for opening the hoodXPush handle 2 under the hood upwards.XLift the hood at the front edge.The hood will be automatically

Engine compartment225XOpen the hood (Y page 223).1Oil dipstick 2Upper (max) mark3Lower (min) markXPull out oil dipstick 1.XWipe oil dipstick 1 clean.X

Engine compartment226Other display messagesIf the ignition is not switched on, the followingmessage appears in the multifunction dis-play:Turn on igni

Engine compartment227SLK 55 AMG1Filler capXUnscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.XAdd engine oil as required. Be careful notto overfill with oil.Be ca

Reporting safety defects21Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with yourvehicle, particularly one that you believe mayaffect i

Engine compartment228XUsing a rag, turn cap 2 slowly approxi-mately 1/2 counterclockwise to release anyexcess pressure.XContinue turning cap 2 counter

Tires and wheels229depending on ambient temperatures)(Y page 358).XClosing washer fluid reservoir: Press cap1 onto filler hole until it engages.For mo

Tires and wheels230speed with a flat tire will cause excessiveheat build-up and possibly a fire.Important guidelinesROnly use sets of tires and rims o

Tires and wheels231(1.6 mm), we recommend that you do notallow your tires to wear down to that level.As tread depth approaches 1/8 in (3 mm),the adhes

Tires and wheels232sures for the original equipment tires onyour vehicle.(2) The certification label, also found on thedriver’s door B-pillar. It tell

Tires and wheels233The Tire and Loading Information placardshowing the load limit information is locatedon the driver’s door B-pillar (Y page 231).XLo

Tires and wheels234you are using the actual load limit for yourvehicle stated on the vehicle’s Tire and Load-ing Information placard (Y page 233).Exam

Tires and wheels235load typically is 10% of the trailer weight andeverything loaded in it.Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed pri-marily to carry pas

Tires and wheels236Important notes on tire inflation pres-sureGWarning!If the tire inflation pressure drops repeat-edly, check the tires for punctures

Tires and wheels237Rbe more prone to damage from road haz-ardsRadversely affect ride comfortRincrease stopping distanceChecking tire inflation pressur

Vehicle data recording22Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronicrecording devices(Including notice pursuant to California Code§ 9951)Ple

Tires and wheels238underinflated. There is no malfunction inthe TPMS.RIf the telltale flashes for 60 seconds andthen stays illuminated, the TPMS syste

Tires and wheels239be able to detect or signal low tire pressureas intended.TPMS malfunctions may occur for a varietyof reasons, including the install

Tires and wheels240XPress button j or k repeatedly untilyou see the current inflation pressures foreach tire appear in the display or the fol-lowing m

Tires and wheels241Tire size designation, load and speedrating1Tire width2Aspect ratio in %3Radial tire code4Rim diameter5Tire load rating6Tire speed

Tires and wheels242and Loading Information placard on thedriver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tirescan overheat them, possibly causing ablowout. Ov

Tires and wheels243in the size designation AND the servicedescription must be placed in parenthesis.Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99Y). The “(Y)”speed rating

Tires and wheels244RNo specification given: absence of any text(like in above example) indicates a stand-ard load (SL) tire.RXL or Extra Load: designa

Tires and wheels245Maximum tire loadGWarning!Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loading Inform

Tires and wheels246Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stand-ardsThe Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S.Government requirement designed to givedrivers con

Tires and wheels247for the winter season to ensure normal bal-anced handling characteristics. On packedsnow, they can reduce your stopping distancecom

23Exterior view ... 24Cockpit ... 26Instrument cluster ...

Tires and wheels248BarAnother metric unit for air pressure. There are14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to

Tires and wheels249Production options weightThe combined weight of those installed reg-ular production options weighing over 5 lbs(2.3 kilograms) in e

Tires and wheels250Uniform Tire Quality Grading StandardsA tire information system that provides con-sumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, tem-pe

Winter driving251Winter drivingGeneral informationHave your vehicle winterized at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center.Winter tiresGWarning!Winter tires

Winter driving252Benz Center will be glad to advise you onthis subject.RUse of snow chains may be prohibiteddepending on location. Always check locala

Driving instructions253Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelTo save fuel you should:RKeep tires at the recommended inflationpressures.RRemove

Driving instructions254BrakesDownhill grades! When driving down long and steepgrades, relieve the load on the brakes byshifting into a lower gear to u

Driving instructions255brake is released. Observe additional mes-sages in the multifunction display that mayappear.Brake pad wear or a leak in the sys

Driving instructions256brake pads or disks strongly depends on yourdriving style and the conditions under whichyou operate the vehicle. Thus, a drivin

Driving instructions257Telephones and two-way radiosGWarning!Never operate radio transmitters equippedwith a built-in or attached antenna, such asa po

Exterior view24Exterior viewAt a glance

Maintenance258MaintenanceNotesThe Maintenance System in your vehicletracks distance driven and the time elapsedsince the last maintenance service, cal

Maintenance259Maintenance service term exceededIf you have exceeded the suggested mainte-nance service term, you will see the followingmessage in the

Vehicle care260Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleNotesRegular and proper care will help to maintainthe value of your vehicle.GWarning!Many c

Vehicle care261products at an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter.Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion ordamage due to negligent or incorrect carecanno

Vehicle care262Do not spray directly towards the ventila-tion intake.XOnly use a mild vehicle wash detergent,such as Mercedes-Benz approved CarShampoo

Vehicle care263Cleaning the windows and the wiperblades! The windshield wipers must be in a verti-cal position before folding them away fromthe windsh

Vehicle care264it has been cleaned, especially not after thewheel rims have been cleaned with wheelrim cleaner. Wheel rim cleaners can lead toincrease

Vehicle care265GWarning!Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this mayseverely weaken them. In a crash they maynot be able to provide adequate protection

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267Vehicle equipment ... 268Where will I find ...? ... 268Vehicle status messages in themultifunction

Exterior view25iThis Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. P

Where will I find ...?268Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle

Where will I find ...?269Vehicles with TIREFIT1TIREFIT kit2Jack3Collapsible wheel chock4Towing eye bolt5Alignment bolt6Wheel wrench7Valve extractor8El

Where will I find ...?270Operational positionXTurn the crank handle clockwise.Before placing the jack back in the vehicletool kit:XFully collapse the

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display271XPull the protective wrap over the sparewheel.XPlace the spare wheel in the spare wheelwell.XPi

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display272If you must continue to drive, please do sowith added caution. Contact an authorizedMercedes-Be

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display273Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionESP ESP UnavailableSee Operator’sM

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display274Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront-passengerAirbag EnabledSee O

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display275Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionhas deactivated the passenger fron

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display276Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionFront-passengerAirbag DisabledSee

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display277Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionRthe message Front-passenger Airba

Cockpit26CockpitAt a glance

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display278Driving systemsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionCruise Control Inop

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display279GWarning!Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the v

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display280Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution;(USA only)!(Canada only)Release P

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display281Safety systemsDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionLTele Aid Inopera-ti

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display282Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionJYou are driving with at least one

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display283Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionKRetractable RoofNot Opened/Closed

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display284EngineDisplay messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionú(USA only)±(Canada only)Eng

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display285Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÌCoolantStop, turn engineoff.The c

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display286! The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so ma

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display287Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÌCoolantStop, turn engineoff.The p

Cockpit27Function Page1 Steering wheel gearshiftcontrol (automatic trans-mission) 1032 Multifunction steeringwheel32,1083 Horn 4 Instrument cluster 28

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display288Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionÌThe cooling fan for the coolant i

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display289Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionNCheck engine oillevel at next ref

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display290Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionNCannot MeasureEngine Oil LevelSLK

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display291Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution4Gas Cap Is OpenA loss of pressure

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display292Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Front Foglamp LeftorFront Foglamp

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display293Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.High Beam LeftorHigh Beam RightTh

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display294Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Switch Off LightsYou have removed

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display295Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution.Turn Signal FrontLeftorTurn Signa

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display296Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solutionHTire PressureCheck TiresThe tire

What to do if …297What to do if …Lamps in instrument clusterNotesIf any of the following lamps in the instrumentcluster fails to come on during the bu

Our company and staff congratulate you onthe purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demonstra-tion of your trust in our

Instrument cluster28Instrument clusterAt a glance

What to do if …298BrakeProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions-The yellow ABS indicatorlamp comes on while theengine is running.The ABS

What to do if …299Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions; (USA only)3 (Canada only)The red brake warning lampcomes on while driving an

What to do if …300Safety systemsProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions<The red seat belt telltalecomes on for a maximumof 6 seconds

What to do if …301Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions<During driving the red seatbelt telltale flashes andyou additionally hear

What to do if …302For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked;ot

What to do if …303Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsvThe yellow ESP® warninglamp flashes while driving.The ESP® or Electronic Trac

What to do if …304EngineProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions? (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunctionindicator lamp c

What to do if …305TiresProblem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutionsH USA only:Combination low tire pres-sure telltale/TPMS mal-function tell

What to do if …306inflate them to the proper pressure. Drivingon a significantly underinflated tire causesthe tire to overheat and can lead to tire fa

What to do if …307GWarning!If the 75 indicator lamp illu-minates and remains illuminated with theweight of a typical adult or someone largerthan a sma

Instrument cluster29Function Page1 Multifunction displaywith:110Trip odometer 108Main odometer 110Gear range indicator (auto-matic transmission) 101Pr

Unlocking/locking manually308Unlocking/locking manuallyUnlocking the vehicleIf you cannot unlock the vehicle with theSmartKey, open the driver’s door

Unlocking/locking manually309Locking the vehicleIf you cannot lock the vehicle with the Smart-Key, lock it as follows:XClose the passenger door and th

Opening/closing manually310XInsert a flat, blunt object into the left edgeof gear selector lever cover 1 at the posi-tion indicated by the arrows.XLoo

Replacing SmartKey batteries311Replacing SmartKey batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey are dis-charged, the vehicle can no longer be lockedor unl

Replacing bulbs312XSlide mechanical key 1 back into theSmartKey.XCheck the operation of the SmartKey.Replacing bulbsSafety notesSafe vehicle operation

Replacing bulbs313Front lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signallampLED2 High-beam/high-beamflasher lampH7 (55 W)3 Turn signal lamp 3457 A4 Halogen head

Replacing bulbs314Replacing bulbs for front lampsBefore you start to replace a bulb for a frontlamp, do the following first:XSwitch off the ignition.X

Replacing wiper blades315XPress the new bulb gently into bulb socket2 and turn clockwise until it engages.XPlace bulb socket 2 back into the housingan

Replacing wiper blades316Do not allow a wiper arm to contact thewindshield glass without a wiper bladeinserted.For your convenience, we recommend that

Flat tire317XMaintaining a tilted position of the wiperblade, place cover 1 onto attachment 3so that guide tab 2 is under cover 1.XTilt the wiper blad

Storage compartments30Storage compartmentsAt a glance

Flat tire318Sealing tires with TIREFITThis section applies to SLK 55 AMG with Per-formance Package only.Small tire punctures, particularly those in th

Flat tire319Your vehicle may be equipped with either oftwo versions of the electric air pump:RVersion 1: The air hose with pressuregauge and the elect

Flat tire320Version 1aVent screwbPressure gaugeXVersion 1 only: Close vent screw a onpressure gauge b.XScrew filler hose 8 onto tire valve 9.XInsert e

Flat tire321XAfter attaining a tire inflation pressure of26 psi (1.8 bar), press 0 on electric airpump switch 3.The electric air pump is switched off.

Flat tire322located in air pump housing next to pres-sure gauge b.GWarning!Follow recommend inflation pressures.Do not overinflate tires. Overinflatin

Flat tire323capacity jackstands before working underthe vehicle.Always firmly set the parking brake andblock the wheels with wheel chocks orother size

Flat tire324! Do not position the jack on the body ofthe vehicle, as this may cause damage tothe vehicle.2Take-up bracket3Jack4CrankXPlace jack 3 on f

Flat tire325Attaching the spare wheelGWarning!Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheelis properly attached.Inflate the collapsible tire using the

Flat tire326Inflating the collapsible tireGWarning!Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheelis properly attached.Inflate the collapsible tire usin

Flat tire327XRemove the valve cap from the collapsibletire valve.XScrew union nut 5 onto the collapsible tirevalve.XMake sure air pump switch 2 is set

Storage compartments31Function Page1 Glove box2042 Door pocket3 TrunkLuggage cover 2024 Door pocket5 Cup holders2056 Parcel net in passengerfootwell 2

Battery328Lowering the vehicleGWarning!Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheelis properly attached.Inflate the collapsible tire using the electr

Battery329Battery acid is caustic. Donot allow it to come intocontact with skin, eyes orclothing.Wear suitable protectiveclothing, especiallygloves, a

Jump starting330iAfter battery power was interrupted, dothe following:RSet the clock (Y page 121).RSynchronize the power windows(Y page 91).Charging t

Jump starting331! Jump starting should only be performedusing the jump-start terminals located inthe engine compartment.Avoid repeated and lengthy sta

Towing the vehicle332XConnect negative terminal 3 of thecharged battery with negative under-hoodterminal 4 with a jumper cable. Clamp thecable to nega

Towing the vehicle333Installing towing eye boltDepending on whether you are towing a vehi-cle or you are being towed, the towing eyebolt can be screwe

Towing the vehicle334Removing towing eye boltXLoosen towing eye bolt 1 counterclock-wise with wheel wrench.XUnscrew towing eye bolt 1.XReinstalling co

Fuses335keep in mind that a considerably higherdegree of effort is necessary to brake andsteer the vehicle. Adapt your drivingaccordingly.XMake sure t

Fuses336If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have thecause determined and rectified by an author-ized Mercedes-Benz Center.A fuse chart is located in

Fuses337XClosing: Make sure the sealing rubber isproperly positioned.XPress fuse box cover 3 down and securewith clamps 2.! The fuse box cover must be

Multifunction steering wheel32Multifunction steering wheelFunction Page1 Multifunction display1102 Press button s• to take a call126•to dial1126•to re

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339Vehicle equipment ... 340Parts service ... 340Warranty coverage ...

Warranty coverage340Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at t

Identification labels341Loss of Service and Warranty Infor-mation booklet Should you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an author

Identification labels342iData shown on certification label are forillustration purposes only. These data arespecific to each vehicle and may vary from

Engine343EngineModelSLK 300 (171.454)21SLK 350 (171.458)21SLK 55 AMG (171.473)21Engine type 272 272 113Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline inj

Engine344ModelSLK 300 (171.454)21SLK 350 (171.458)21SLK 55 AMG (171.473)21Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Poly-V-belt 2 404 mm 2 4

Rims and tires345Rims and tiresNotes! Only use tires which have been tested andapproved by Mercedes-Benz. Tiresapproved by Mercedes-Benz are developed

Rims and tires346Same size tiresModel SLK 300 SLK 300SLK 300 (Sport Package)SLK 350SLK 350 (Sport Package)SLK 55 AMG SLK 55 AMGSLK 55 AMG (Performance

Rims and tires347Mixed size tiresModel SLK 300SLK 350SLK 300 (Sport Package)SLK 350 (Sport Package)SLK 55 AMGSLK 55 AMG (Performance Package)Front axl

Multifunction steering wheel33Function PagePress button j or kbriefly• to move within a menu• to select previous ornext track, scene orstored station

Rims and tires348Spare wheel! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label lo

Electrical system349Electrical systemModel SLK 300 SLK 350 SLK 55 AMGAlternator 14 V / 150 A14 V / 180 A2914 V / 150 A3014 V / 150 AStarter motor 12 V

Main dimensions350Main dimensionsModel SLK 300 SLK 350 SLK 55 AMGOverall vehicle length 161.7 in (4 107 mm) 161.7 in (4 107 mm) 161.5 in (4 103 mm)Ove

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.351WeightsModel SLK 300SLK 350SLK 55 AMGRoof load max. 110 lb (50 kg) max. 110 lb (50 kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 k

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.352Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine with oil filter All models 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) Approved engine

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.353Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Fuel tank All models 18.5 US gal (70.0 l) Premium unleaded gasoline

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.354Approved engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for theirsuitability in our engines and durability for ours

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.355Air conditioning refrigerantR-134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAGlubricating oil are used in the air conditionin

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.356These blends must also meet all other fuelrequirements, such as resistance to sparkknock, boiling range, vapor pres

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.357sion/antifreeze (equivalent to freeze protec-tion to approximately -35‡ [-37†]).If you use a solution that is more

Center console34Center consoleUpper partFunction Page1 Cup holders2052 Audio system128orCOMAND system (see sep-arate operating instruc-tions)3 AIRSCAR

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.358Washer system and headlamp clean-ing systemGWarning!Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flam-mable. Do not spill wa

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Center console35Lower partFunction Page1 Gearshift lever (manualtransmission) 97Gear selector lever (auto-matic transmission) 982 Retractable hardtop

Overhead control panel36Overhead control panelFunction Page1 Interior lighting switch862 Automatic interior lighting863 Right reading lamp switch864 T

Door control panel37Door control panelFunction Page1 Inside door handle 682 Power window switch, pas-senger-side window 893 Power window switch,driver

2Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17At a glance . . . . . . . . .

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39Vehicle equipment ... 40Occupant safety ... 40Panic alarm ...

Occupant safety40Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the

Occupant safety41SRS indicator lampThe SRS system conducts a self-test whenthe ignition is switched on and in regularintervals while the engine is run

Occupant safety42For maximum protection in the event of acollision always be in normal seated posi-tion with your back against the seat back-rest. Fas

Occupant safety43mended for the size and weightof the child.(3) Always wear seat belts properly.If you believe that, even with the use ofthese guideli

Occupant safety44ing wheel hub, passenger front air bagcover, outboard sides of the seatbackrests, door trim panels, or doorframe trims, and installat

Occupant safety45Rif the system determines that air bagdeployment can offer additional protectionto that provided by the seat beltRdepending on whethe

Occupant safety46Rdepending on whether the seat belt is inuseRindependently of the front air bagsRindependently of the ETDsThe passenger head-thorax a

Occupant safety4775 indicator lamp will illumi-nate when the engine is started and remainilluminated, indicating that the passengerfront air bag is de

31, 2, 3 ...911 Emergency calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176AABS (Antilock Brake System) . . . . . . . 59Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Occupant safety48RIf you install a rear-facing child restrainton the passenger seat, make sure the75 indicator lamp is illumi-nated, indicating that t

Occupant safety49In order to ensure proper operation of theair bag system and OCSRSit with the seat belt properly fastened ina position that is as upr

Occupant safety50likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or beejected from it. You can be seriously injuredor killed.In the same crash, the possibil

Occupant safety51the middle of the shoulder (it should nottouch the neck). Never pass the shoulderportion of the seat belt under your arm.RPosition th

Occupant safety52GWarning!Children 12 years old and under must beseated and properly secured in an appro-priately sized infant restraint, toddlerrestr

Occupant safety53Enhanced seat belt reminder systemWhen the engine is started, the seat belt tell-tale < will always illuminate for 6 secondsto rem

Occupant safety54For your safety, when disposing of the ETDallways follow our safety instructions.These are available at any authorized Mer-cedes-Benz

Occupant safety55XProperly position steering wheel 1(Y page 77) manual adjustment,(Y page 77) electrical adjustment.GObserve Safety notes, seepage 76.

Occupant safety56Do not expose the child restraint system todirect sunlight. The child restraint system’smetal parts, for example, could becomevery ho

Occupant safety57seat belt properly and use an appropriatelysized infant restraint, toddler restraint, orbooster seat recommended for the size andweig

4Gear range indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 101Gear ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Gear selector lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99Ge

Driving safety systems58Panic alarm1Â buttoniUSA only:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two co

Driving safety systems59on the vehicle. They cannot increase brak-ing or steering efficiency beyond thatafforded by the condition of the vehiclebrakes

Driving safety systems60For more information, see “What to doif …?” (Y page 298).BASGObserve Safety notes, seepage 58.The Brake Assist System (BAS) op

Driving safety systems61! The ESP® will only function properly if youuse wheels of the recommended tire sizeas specified in the “Technical data” secti

Anti-theft systems621ESP® switchXWith the engine running, press ESP® switch1 until the ESP® warning lamp v in theinstrument cluster comes on.The ESP®

Anti-theft systems63Anti-theft alarm systemOnce the alarm system has been armed, avisual and audible alarm is triggered whensomeone opens:Ra doorRthe

Anti-theft systems64vated properly, and that the necessarymobile phone, power supply and GPS cov-erage are available.XArming: Lock the vehicle with th

65Vehicle equipment ... 66Locking and unlocking ... 66Starter switch positions ... 72

Locking and unlocking66Vehicle equipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes all fea-tures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle a

Locking and unlocking67SmartKey1 jLock button2 iUnlock button for trunk lid3 kUnlock button4Battery check lamp iWithout the antenna on the left rear

5Climate controlsee Climate control system Climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . 187Air conditioning, cooling . . . . . . .

Locking and unlocking68Checking SmartKey batteriesXPress button j or k.Battery check lamp 4 (Y page 67) comeson briefly to indicate that the SmartKeyb

Locking and unlocking69side window. Fix whatever is affecting thewindow before trying to shut the door.Automatic central lockingThe doors and the trun

Locking and unlocking70A minimum height clearance of 5.78 ft(1.76 m) is required to open the trunk lid.! Always make sure there is sufficient over-hea

Locking and unlocking711Emergency release buttonXBriefly press emergency release button1.The trunk lid unlocks and opens slightly.XPush up the trunk l

Seats72Starter switch positionsSmartKeyGObserve Safety notes, seepage 55.Starter switch}For removing SmartKeyVehicles with automatic transmission:Gear

Seats73GWarning!Your seat must be adjusted so that you cancorrectly fasten your seat belt.Observe the following points:RAdjust the seat backrest until

Seats74slightly angled when holding the steeringwheel.XRelease handle 3 when the desired seatbackrest tilt is reached.When you hear an audible click,

Seats75Lumbar supportYou can adjust the contour of the seat’s lum-bar support to help enhance support to yourspine.1Upper seat curvature2Lower seat cu

Multifunction steering wheel761AIRSCARF switchXSwitch on the ignition.XSwitching on: Press AIRSCARF switch 1for the desired side.All three indicator l

Multifunction steering wheel77Steering wheel adjustment, manual1Release handle2Adjusting steering wheel, up or down3Adjusting steering wheel, in or ou

6Messages in the multifunction dis-play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . 110Outside temp

Multifunction steering wheel78you insert the SmartKey into the starterswitch.iThe last set steering wheel position isstored when the ignition is switc

Mirrors79MirrorsNotesAdjust the interior and exterior rear view mir-rors before driving so that you have a goodview of the road and traffic conditions

Memory function80Auto-dimming rear view mirrorsThe reflection brightness of the exterior rearview mirror on the driver’s side and the inte-rior rear v

Lighting81Recalling positions from memoryXPress and hold desired memory positionbutton 1, 2 or 3 until the seat, on thedriver’s side also the steering

Lighting82lamps or the parking lamps before openingthe driver’s door.In addition, the message Switch OffLights appears in the multifunction dis-play.S

Lighting83Daytime running lamp modeIn Canada the daytime running lamp mode ismandatory and therefore in a constant mode.In the USA the daytime running

Lighting84XTurn the exterior lamp switch to positionC or B (Y page 81).XSwitching on front fog lamps: Pull out theexterior lamp switch to first stop.T

Lighting85iTo signal minor directional changes suchas changing lanes, press combinationswitch only to point of resistance andrelease. The correspondin

Lighting86Switching onXMake sure the engine is running.XTurn the exterior lamp switch to positionB or U (Y page 81).orXActivate the daytime running la

Wipers87The interior lighting goes out after a presettime (Y page 124).iIf a door remains open, the interior lampsgo out automatically after approxima

7Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343Turning off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Engine coolantsee Coolant

Wipers88Windshield wipersSwitching windshield wipers on/off0 Windshield wipers offI Intermittent wipingII Normal wiper speedIII Fast wiper speedXTurn

Power windows89Problems with wipers! If anything blocks the windshield wipers(leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off imme-diately.RFor safety reasons, s

Power windows901Left door and rear side window2Right door and rear side windowDoor windowsXSwitch on the ignition.XOpening/Closing: Press or pull and

Driving and parking91Synchronizing power windowsThe windows must be synchronized after thebattery has been disconnected or if the win-dows cannot be f

Driving and parking92Manual transmissionGearshift pattern for manual transmissionÂReverse gear$ to *Forward gearsFor more information, see “Manual tra

Driving and parking93If the engine does not start after several start-ing attempts:XContact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter or call Roadside Assista

Driving and parking94! Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds.This may result in serious engine damagethat is not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimit

Driving and parking95In case of accidentIf the vehicle is leaking fuel:XDo not start the engine under any circum-stances.XExit the vehicle at a safe d

Driving and parking96leave children unattended in the vehicle, orwith access to an unlocked vehicle. Chil-dren could release the parking brake and/or

Manual transmission97Manual transmissionIntroductionManual transmission is standard equipmenton select models and not available on othermodels.For inf