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Operator’s Manual
SLK-Class
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Order No. 6515 3255 13 Part No. 171 584 76 81 USA Edition A 2006
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                        SLK 280 SLK 350 SLK55AMG                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
                    
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                        Our company and staff congratulate you  Please pay attention to the warnings  on the purchase of your new and cautions contained in this manual.  Mercedes-Benz. They are designed to help improve the  safety of the vehicle operator and oc- Your selection of our product is a demon- cupants. stration of your trust in our company  name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your de- We extend our best wishes for many miles  sire to own an automobile that will be as of safe, pleasurable driving. easy as possi
                    
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                        Contents Introduction.......................................... 9 At a glance .......................................... 21 Getting started................................... 33 Product information................................ 9 Cockpit................................................. 22 Unlocking ............................................. 34 Operator’s Manual............................... 10 Instrument cluster................................ 24 Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 34 Se
                    
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                        Contents Hazard warning flasher ................ 117 Safety and Security ........................... 63 Controls in detail............................... 91 Interior lighting ............................ 117 Occupant safety................................... 64 Locking and unlocking......................... 92 Door entry lamps ......................... 119 Air bags .......................................... 65 SmartKey ....................................... 92 Instrument cluster ...............
                    
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                        Contents Driving tips................................... 162 Automatic climate control* ................ 190 Power windows .................................. 246 Automatic shift program .............. 163 Deactivating the climate Opening and closing the  Gear selector lever one-touch control system.............................. 194 windows........................................ 246 gearshifting.................................. 164 Operating the climate control Synchronizing power windows......
                    
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                        Contents At the gas station .............................. 304 DOT, Tire Identification Number  Operation ......................................... 291 Refueling ...................................... 304 (TIN)............................................. 339 The first 1000 miles (1500 km)......... 292 Check regularly and before Maximum tire load ....................... 340 Driving instructions............................ 293 a long trip..................................... 305 Maximum tire infl
                    
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                        Contents Replacing bulbs .................................. 400 Practical hints ................................. 361 Technical data .................................. 433 Bulbs............................................. 401 What to do if … .................................. 362 Parts service ...................................... 434 Replacing bulbs for front lamps .... 403 Lamps in instrument cluster ........ 362 Warranty coverage ............................. 435 Replacing bulbs for rear la
                    
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                        Contents Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 449 Technical terms............................... 457 Capacities .................................... 449 Engine oils.................................... 451 Engine oil additives ...................... 451 Index................................................. 465 Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 451 Brake fluid.................................... 451 Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 452 Fuel requirements ........................ 45
                    
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                         Introduction Product information  Product information Please observe the following in your own We are unable to make an assessment for Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as  best interest: other products and therefore cannot be conversion parts and accessories ap- held responsible for them, even if in indi- proved by us are available at your autho- We recommend using genuine  vidual cases an official approval or authori- rized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will  Mercedes-Benz parts as well a
                    
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                        Introduction Operator’s Manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great We continuously strive to improve our Service and warranty information deal of useful information. We urge you to product, and ask for your understanding  The Service and Warranty Information  read it carefully and familiarize yourself that we reserve the right to make changes  Booklet contains detailed information  with the vehicle before driving. in design and equipment. Therefore, infor- about the warranties covering your 
                    
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                        Introduction Operator’s Manual Important notice for California (1) the same substantial defect or mal- (3) the vehicle is out of service by reason  retail buyers and lessees of function results in a condition that is of repair of the same or different sub- Mercedes-Benz automobiles likely to cause death or serious bodily stantial defects or malfunctions for a  injury if the vehicle is driven, that de- cumulative total of more than  Under California law you may be entitled to  fect or malfunction
                    
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                        Introduction Operator’s Manual Maintenance Roadside Assistance Change of address or ownership The Maintenance Booklet describes all the The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance If you change your address, be sure to  necessary maintenance work which should Program provides factory-trained technical send in the “Change of Address Notice”  be performed at regular intervals. help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to found in the Service and Warranty  the toll-free Roadside Assistance number Informati
                    
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                        Introduction Operator’s Manual Operating your vehicle outside the USA Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail- or Canada able for delivery in Europe under our  European Delivery Program. For details,  If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz  eign countries, please be aware that: Center or write to:  service facilities or replacement parts  In the USA: may not be readily available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC   unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat- European 
                    
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                        Introduction Where to find it This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro- Controls in detail Technical data vide comprehensive support information  for you, the vehicle operator. Each section  Here you will find detailed information All important technical data for your vehi- has its own reference color. about the equipment installed in your vehi- cle can be found in this section. cle. This section expands on the “Getting  started” section and also describes techni- At a glance Indexes cal innova
                    
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                        Introduction Symbols  Symbols Trademarks: The following symbols are found in this  This symbol points to instructions for  Operator’s Manual: you to follow. ®  ESP is a registered trademark of  DaimlerChrysler. * Optional equipment is identified  A number of these symbols appearing  with an asterisk. Since standard in succession indicates a multiple-step  ®  HomeLink is a registered trademark  equipment varies between models, procedure. of Prince, a Johnson Controls  the descriptions and il
                    
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                        Introduction Operating safety Proper use of the vehicle Warning! G Warning! G Proper use of the vehicle requires that you  Work improperly carried out on electronic Heavy blows against the vehicle undercar- are familiar with the following information  components and associated software could riage or tires/wheels, for example when  and rules: cause them to cease functioning. Because running over an obstacle, road debris or a   the safety precautions in this manual the vehicle’s electronic compo
                    
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                        Introduction Problems with your vehicle  Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to  immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is  not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us  at one of the following addresses: 
                    
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                        Introduction Reporting safety defects For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the  “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”. Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform  the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Merced
                    
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                        Introduction Vehicle data recording  Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices  (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system,  may transmit some data in certain accidents. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety.  DaimlerChrysler may acce