2000 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK CLASS tire pressure

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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Inflating the collapsible spare tire
The air pump is located inside the wheel well in the
trunk.
1Filler hose
2Electrical plug
3Pressure gauge with vent screw1.Remove air pump from storage compartment inside
trunk.
2.Open lid and pull out air hose with pressure gauge
and electrical plug.
Observe instructions on air pump label.
3.Unscrew tire valve cap from spare wheel tire valve.
4.Screw filler hose onto tire valve.
5.Plug air pump electrical plug into vehicle cigar
lighter.
6.To switch on air pump, turn key in steering lock to
position 1.
Important!
Do not start engine.
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Wa r n i n g !
To prevent possible injury when unscrewing air
pump filler hose from tire valve after inflating the
tire, use a rag since the tire valve could be hot.

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7.Operate air pump (approximately 5 minutes) until
pressure gauge displays 36 psi (2.5 bar).
8.To switch off air pump, turn key in steering lock to
position 0.
9.Unscrew filler hose from tire. Reinstall tire valve
cap.
Note:
Excessive tire air pressure should be released using the
vent screw.Storing spare wheel in wheel well
Deflate spare tire:
1.Unscrew valve stem removal tool, which is a part of
the valve cap, from tire valve.
2.Using the valve stem removal tool, open tire valve
slightly by turning the tire valve insert
counterclockwise to release air pressure.
3.When the tire air pressure has been released,
remove tire valve insert (protect it from dirt and
sand) using the previously removed tire valve cap.
4.Once all air is out of the tire, and the tire has
collapsed to its original shape, reinstall the tire
valve insert and valve cap.
Place spare wheel in wheel well and secure it with air
pump holder. Turn pump holder clockwise to its stop.

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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Tire inflation pressure
A table (see fuel filler f lap) lists the tire inflation
pressures specified for Mercedes-Benz recommended
tires as well as for the varying operating conditions.
Important!
Tire pressure changes by approximately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar)
per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in
mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage -
especially in the winter.
Example:
If garage temperature = approximately +68°F (+20°C)
and ambient temperature = approximately +32°F (0°C)
then the adjusted air pressure = specified air pressure
+3psi (+0.2 bar).Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values
offering high driving comfort. Increased inflation
pressures for heavy loads produce favorable handling
characteristics with lighter loads and are perfectly
permissible. The ride of the vehicle, however, will
become somewhat harder.
Tire temperature and pressure increase with the vehicle
speed. Tire pressure should therefore only be checked
and corrected on cold tires. Correct tire pressure in
warm tires only if pressure has dropped below the
pressure listed in the table and the respective operating
conditions are taken into consideration.
An underinf lated tire due to a slow leak (e.g. due to a
nail in the tire) may cause damage such as tread
separation, bulging etc.. Regular tire pressure checks at
intervals of no more than 14 days are therefore
essential.

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If a tire constantly loses air, it should be inspected for
damage.
The spare tire should be checked periodically for
condition. Spare tire will age and become worn over
time even if never used, and thus should be inspected
and replaced when necessary.Battery
Important!
Battery replacement information:
The maintenance-free battery is located in the engine
compartment.
The service life of the battery is dependent on its
condition of charge. The battery should always be kept
sufficiently charged, in order to last an optimum length
of time.
Wa r n i n g !
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflating tires can
result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they
are more likely to become punctured or damaged
by road debris, potholes etc.. Follow recommended
inflation pressures.Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified
vehicle capacity weight (as indicated by the label
on the driver’s door latch post). Overloading the
tires can overheat them, possibly causing a
blowout.
Wa r n i n g !
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
severe injury or death.Never lean over batteries while connecting, you
might get injured.Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow
this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or
cloth ing. In c ase it does, im mediately f lush affected
area with water and seek medical help.A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is
flammable and explosive. Keep flames or sparks
away from battery, avoid improper connection of
jumper cables, smoking etc..

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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex SRS (Supplemental restraint system) ........................... 51
Indicator lamp ........................................................... 180
SRS malfunction ......................................................... 54
Start lock-out .................................................................... 24
Malfunction lamp ...................................................... 185
Starting and turning off the engine ............................ 142
Steering column, telescopic
Adjusting ...................................................................... 63
Warning lamp ............................................................ 182
Steering lock ................................................................... 140
Storage compartments ...................................................113
Armrest ........................................................................113
Center console ............................................................113
Glove box .....................................................................112
Trunk floor ................................................................. 196
Stowing things in the vehicle ...................................... 188
Sun visors ........................................................................ 111
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ........................... 51
Indicator lamp ........................................................... 180
SRS malfunction ......................................................... 54
Synchronizing remote control .....................................225
TTachometer ........................................................................ 74
Technical data ................................................................ 248
Electrical system .......................................................251
Main Dimensions ...................................................... 251
Rims – Tires .............................................................. 249
Weights ....................................................................... 251
Tele Aid ............................................................................ 130
Emergency calls ........................................................ 131
Information ................................................................ 134
Initiating an emergency call manually .................. 132
Roadside Assistance ................................................. 133
Telephones and two-way radio .....................................128
Telescoping steering column
Adjusting ......................................................................63
Warning lamp ............................................................ 182
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................129
Tires
Consumer information ............................................ 258
Driving instructions ................................................. 157
Rims and tires .......................................................... 249
Rotating wheels ......................................................... 199
Tire inflation pressure ............................................ 209
Tire replacement ....................................................... 198
Tire speed rating ....................................................... 159