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MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT MERCEDES-BENZ REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Mercedes-Benz -> Technical Service Bulletins -> Auxiliary Fan Runs Constantly -> C230, C240, C320, CLK55 AMG, CLK320, CLK500, E55 AMG, E320 & E500
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
C230, C240, C320, CLK55 AMG, CLK320, CLK500, E55 AMG, E320 & E500
On some of these models the electronic cooling or auxiliary fan(s) may run constantly, even with the ignition switched off.
This condition may be caused by water entering in the fuse and relay box.
To correct this condition, proceed as follows:
- Inspect righthand front fuse and re...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Caliper, Replace -> C230, C280, CLK320, CLK430, E300, E320, E430 & SLK230 -> C43, S320, S420, SL500 & SL600 & 1998-99 CL500, CL600, S500 & S600 -> Front -> Rear -> S430 & 2000 CL500, CL600, S500 & S600
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
C43, S320, S420, SL500 & SL600 & 1998-99 CL500, CL600, S500 & S600
- Disconnect and plug brake hoses, Fig. .
- Disconnect wear sensor connector.
- Remove connector, and if required, speed sensor.
- Remove mounting bolts and caliper from steering knuckle or wheel carrier.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Install new self-locking bolts and tighten to specifications.
- Only transparent (temperature resistance) wear sensors may be installed on rear axle.
- Front wear sensors' contacts must correspond to plug connectors.
- On E430, S320 and S420 and 1998-99 CL500, CL600, S500 and S600 m...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except 2003-06 E320 & E500 Sedans Less 4 Matic & 2004-06 E Series w/Gasoline Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
Fuel System Pressure Relief
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental fuel spray.
After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.
- Ensure t...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove lefthand frame cross brace, Fig. .
- Disconnect exhaust system suspension rubbers and support at rear muffler.
- Disconnect exhaust shield from tunnel.
- Remove rear transverse bridge and reinforcement brace.
- Loosen clamping nut.
- Loosen intermediate bearing mounting bolts.
- Remove rear engine mount.
- Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect front driveshaft from transmission. Flexible disc remains on driveshaft.
- Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear driveshaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains on driveshaft.
- Loosen flexibl...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove fasteners and lower sound insulator panels.
- Remove protective cap and disconnect connector for circuit 30 (B+) on starter.
- Disconnect connector for circuit 50 on sta...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1994-2001 C Class & 1998-2001 CLK & SLK
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Remove the instrument panel lower righthand cover retainers, then the cover, Fig. .
- Disengage the cabin filter cover retainers, then remove the cover.
- Remove the cabin air filter element from the filter housi...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Mercedes-Benz -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
The Low Engine Coolant Level warning lamp will illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the warning lamp is operational. After the engine has been started, the warning lamp should go off. If the warning lamp remains on af...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
- Drain cooling system into suitable container.
- Remove fan shroud.
- On models equipped with automatic transmission,remove ATF cooler lines.
- Remove upper frame crossmember, protective blower grille and air defl...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS
- Remove viscous fan coupling and fan shroud.
- Loosen tensioning arm and pulley co...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Left Rear Of Engine Diagram for 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Right Rear Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: RATTLING NOISES AFTER COLD ENGINE START UNTIL OIL PRESSURE HAS BUILT UP Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS Symptoms: |
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Document: PRESSURE PULSATING NOISE IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT Vehicle: 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 2.3 L4 GAS Symptoms: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK230 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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