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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 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 SLK320 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Mercedes-Benz -> Automatic Temperature Control Systems -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility -> Radio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Product Compatibility

Before replenishing refrigerant or refrigerant oil, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. Refer to for specifications.

Radio Coded Anti-Theft System

Anti-theft radios have a coded theft protection circuit. The CODE card must be obtained before disconnecting battery, removing radio fuse or remov...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Remove brake fluid from reservoir.
  • Disconnect bolt and remove reservoir from tandem master brake cylinder.
  • Disconnect brake lines.
  • On CL55, CL500, CL600, S55, S430, S500 and S600 model...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 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: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 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 SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

  • 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 propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
  • Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear propeller shaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
  • Loosen flexible disc...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove protective cover, as required, and disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Remove ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 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 SLK320 3.2 V6 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 SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mercedes-Benz -> Adaptive Dampening System (ADS) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

The Adaptive Dampening System (ADS) warning lamp, will illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the warning lamp is operational. The lamp should go off when the engine is started. If the warning lamp remains on after the engine has been started or while driving the vehicle, a fault in the ADS has been detected. While the fault i...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

  • Remove engine compartment panel.
  • Drain radiator coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect fan connector and remove shroud.
  • Remove radiator bottom ATF line fixture mounting bolt.
  • Disconnect ATF lines from radiator. Plug and seal lines and...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

  • Remove viscous fan mounting nut while counterholding pulley socket bolts with suitable wrench. Mounting nut has righthand threads.
  • Disconnect fan connector and remove shroud.
  • Remove fan shroud.
  • Loosen belt by swiveling tensioning pulley ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Center Console, In Selector Lever Shift Group Diagram for 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320  3.2 V6 GASCenter Console, In Selector Lever Shift Group Diagram for 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Range Recognition Switch
  • S16/10
  • Beneath Right Seat Diagram for 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320  3.2 V6 GASBeneath Right Seat Diagram for 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • X55/4
  • ESA Connector Block
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320  3.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuse And Relay Box
  • Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • LH Electrically Adjustable And Heated Exterior Mirror
  • 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320  3.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Headlamp Washer Pump
  • Pulse Module
  • HSC Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: LEAKING OIL IN THE AREA OF THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - 722.6 A/T - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: WARRANTY PROCEDURE - REPLACEMENT OF ENGINE CONTROL UNITS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 3.2 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 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 SLK320 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 SLK320 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 SLK320 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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