2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR ESP

68 Rear view mirrors
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Driver’ s side exterior rear view mirror, antiglare
mode
With the key in steering lock position 2, the driver’s
side mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in
light sensitivity.
With gear selector lever (manual transmission: gearshift
lever) in position “R”, or with the interior lamp switched
on, the driver’s side mirror brightness does not respond
to changes in light sensitivity.Note:
The automatic antiglare function does not react, if
incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the
inside rear view mirror.
The automatic antiglare function will not react for
example, if the wind screen is installed.

69 Rear view mirrors
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care IndexImportant!
Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle
paint finish can only be completely removed while in
their liquid state, by applying plenty of water.
Wa r n i n g !
In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may
escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass
breaks.Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the
liquid come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing,
or respiratory system. In cases it does, immediately
flush affected area with water, and seek medical
help if necessary.

71 Instrument cluster
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index 1Coolant temperature gauge, see page 75
2Fuel gauge with reserve and fuel cap placement
warning lamp, see page 185
3Outside temperature indicator, see page 75
4Push button for activating the instrument cluster,
intensity of instrument lamps, for trip odometer, and
for Flexible service system (FSS) indicator, see
pages 74, 76 and 77
5Left turn signal indicator lamp, see combination
switch on page 83
6Electronic stability program (ESP) warning lamp,
system is adjusting to road conditions, see page 1857Right turn signal indicator lamp, see combination
switch on page 83
8Speedometer
9Trip odometer, see page 76
10Main odometer, Flexible service system (FSS)
indicator, see page 77
11Push button for setting clock, see page 76
12Tachometer, see page 76
13Clock, see page 76
14Gear range indicator display, see selector lever
position, page 150
Notes:
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster,
see page 72

72 Instrument cluster
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Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
High beam
ABS malfunction, see page 186
Brake fluid low (except Canada).
Parking brake engaged, see page 183
Brake fluid low (Canada only).
Parking brake engaged, see page 183
BAS malfunction, see page 185
ESP malfunction, see page 185
ESP warning lamp. Adjust driving to road
condition, see page 185
Fasten seat belts, see page 184
Fluid level for windshield and headlamp
washer system low, see page 187
Coolant level low, see page 187
Engine oil level low, see page 188Brake pads worn down, see page 184
Battery not being charged properly,
see page 188
Exterior lamp failure, see page 189
Telescoping steering column not locked,
see page 186
SRS malfunction, see page 184
Engine malfunction indicator lamp. If the
“CHECK ENGINE” malfunction indicator
lamp comes on when the engine is running,
it indicates a malfunction of the fuel
management system, emission control
system, systems which impact emissions, or
the fuel cap is not closed tight. In all cases,
we recommend that you have the
malfunction checked as soon as possible, see
page 182
ABS

85 Hazard warning flasher
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Windshield wipers smear
If the windshield wipers smear the windshield, even
during rain, activate the washer system as often as
necessary. The fluid in the washer reservoir should be
mixed in the correct ratio.
Blocked windshield wipers
If the windshield wipers become blocked (for example,
due to snow), switch off the wipers.
For safety reasons before removing ice or snow, remove
key from steering lock. Remove blockage.
Activate combination switch again (key in steering lock
position 1).Hazard warning f lasher switch
The hazard warning flasher can be activated manually
via the switch located in the dashboard.
To activate hazard warning flasher, press switch once.
To deactivate, press switch again.
Note:
With the hazard warning flasher activated, the
combination switch in position for either left or right
turn, and the key in steering lock position 2, only the
respective left or right side turn signals will operate.

90 Climate control
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Windshield fogged up on outside.
Switch on windshield wipers.
Set air distribution control switch to position d
ora.
Economy
The function of this setting corresponds to the air
conditioning mode. However, because the air
conditioning compressor will not engage (fuel savings),
it is not possible to air condition in this setting.
Press S button to activate.
Press S button once again to return to previous
setting.
Climate control - OFF
To switch the climate control off, set air volume control
switch to position 0.
The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off.
While driving, use this setting only temporarily,
otherwise the windshield could fog up.Rear window defroster
Turn key in steering lock to position 2.
To s e l e c t , p r e s s F button.
To cancel, press F button again.
Note:
Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed
before activating the defroster.
The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power.
To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the
defroster as soon as the window is clear.
The defroster is automatically turned off after a
maximum of 12 minutes of operation.
If several power consumers are turned on
simultaneously, or the battery is only partially charged,
it is possible that the defroster will automatically turn
itself off. When this happens, the indicator lamp inside
the switch starts blinking.
As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage, the
defroster automatically turns itself back on.

100 Audio system
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Scan tuning
Press the SC key. Each strong
receivable station on the band
selected will be tuned in for
8 seconds. The first scan will
tune only the stations with a
high signal strength. The second scan will tune every
receivable station. By pressing either the , ,
or buttons, or the “SC” key the scan mode
can be cancelled.
Station memory
Ten stations can be stored in
the AM and FM bands via the
alpha-numeric keypad. The
“0” button corresponds to
location 10. Weatherband
(WB) channels 1 to 7 can be retrieved via the alpha-
numeric keypad and are preset at the factory.Storing stations
Hold the number button down for approximately
2 seconds. The currently displayed frequency is stored
on the selected station button. The storage procedure is
confirmed by a short signal tone.
Retrieving a station from memory
Press the desired station button.
Direct frequency input (AM and FM only)
Select the band. Press the
“ button and enter the
desired frequency using the
alpha-numeric keypad.
Frequencies outside of the
frequency ranges (frequencies specified on page 99)
will not be accepted. The frequency input mode is
cancelled if no button is pressed within 4 seconds.

101 Audio system
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Cassette mode
Playing cassettes
Press the “TAPE” button. When the eject (EJ) key is
pressed, the display folds down and the cassette slot
becomes visible. Push the cassette into the slot until it
engages. The cassette will be pulled in automatically.
Notes:
Do not press directly on the radio display face.
Return the display panel to its normal position by
folding it back up and pressing gently on the display
frame to lock in place.
When playing mono recorded tapes (e.g. books) through
a stereo system the sound from one track might bleed to
the other track, despite setting the balance to the full
left or full right speakers.
Important:
If the display is in the down position for more than
20 seconds, 2 successive beeps will be heard. This will
continue at 5 second intervals until the display is
returned to its normal position.The radio will switch to
cassette mode. Track 1 will be
played and “SIDE 1”
displayed. Track 1 is the side
of the cassette which is facing
upwards. The cassette deck will automatically detect the
type of tape and switch the equalization automatically.
A cassette symbol in the display indicates that a tape is
in the mechanism. This symbol appears in all modes but
not in cassette mode.
The cassette will not be ejected when the radio is
switched off or another mode is selected.
If a cassette is in the
mechanism, cassette mode
can be selected by using the
“TAPE” button. If no cassette
has been inserted, the display
will show “NO TAPE”.