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54 Getting startedDriving
Intermittent wiping
Set combination switch to positionI.Single wipe
Press combination switch briefly in di-
rection of arrow1.
The windshield wipers wipe one time
without washer fluid.
Wiping with windshield washer fluid
Push combination switch in direction of
arrow2 past the resistance point.
The windshield wipers operate with
washer fluid.
For information on filling up the washer
reservoir, see “Windshield washer sys-
tem and headlamp cleaning system*”
(page 295).
!The switch should not be left in inter-
mittent setting as the wipers will wipe
the windshield once every time the en-
gine is started. Dust that accumulates
on the windshield might scratch the
glass and/or damage the wiper blades
when wiping occurs on a dry wind-
shield.
Vehicles with rain sensor*:
Do not leave windshield wipers in inter-
mittent setting when vehicle is taken to
an automatic car wash or during wind-
shield cleaning. Wipers will operate in
the presence of water sprayed on the
windshield, and wipers may be dam-
aged as a result.
iIntermittent wiping is interrupted when
the vehicle is at a standstill and a door
is opened.
Intermittent wiping will be continued
when
all doors are closed
the clutch pedal is depressed (vehi-
cles with manual transmission)
the gear selector lever is in
positionDorR (vehicles with auto-
matic transmission*)
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293 Operation
Engine compartment
Transmission fluid level*
Vehicles with automatic transmission*:
The transmission fluid level does not need
to be checked. If you notice transmission
fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions,
have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
check the transmission.
Coolant level
The engine coolant is a mixture of water
and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check
the coolant level, the vehicle must be
parked on level ground and the engine
must be cool.Warning!
G
In order to avoid any possibly serious burns:
Use extreme caution when opening the
hood if there are any signs of steam or
coolant leaking from the cooling system,
or if the coolant temperature gauge indi-
cates that the coolant is overheated.
Do not remove pressure cap on coolant
reservoir if coolant temperature is
above 158°F (70°C). Allow engine to
cool down before removing cap. The
coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and
is under pressure.
Using a rag, slowly open the cap approx-
imately ½ turn to relieve excess pres-
sure. If opened immediately, scalding
hot fluid and steam will be blown out un-
der pressure.
Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine
parts. Antifreeze contains ethylene
glycol which may burn if it comes into
contact with hot engine parts.
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422 Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CapacitiesVehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore, only use
products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser-
vice Products pamphlet, or inquire at your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Model
Capacity
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Engine with oil filter
SLK 350
8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
Approved engine oils
SLK 55 AMG
8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
Automatic transmission*
SLK 350
10.4 US qt (9.8 l)
MB Automatic Transmission Fluid
SLK 55 AMG
10.4 US qt (9.8 l)
Manual transmission
SLK 350
1.6 US qt (1.5 l)
MB Manual Transmission Oil
Rear axle
SLK 350
1.2 US qt (1.1 l)
Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
SLK 55 AMG
1.3 US qt (1.2 l)
Power steering
SLK 350
1.1 US qt (1.0 l)
MB Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S)
SLK 55 AMG
1.1 US qt (1.0 l)
Front wheel hubs
approx. 2.1oz (60g) each
High temperature roller bearing grease
Brake system
0.5 US qt (0.5 l)
MB Brake Fluid (DOT 4)
Cooling system
SLK 350
approx.11.2 US qt (10.2 l)
MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Agent
SLK 55 AMG
approx. 11.7 US qt (11.1 l)
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440 IndexAuto-dimming for rear view mirrors 168
Automatic climate control
Air conditioning 188
Air distribution 186
Air recirculation mode 186
Air volume 186
Automatic mode, basic setting 185
Control panel 185
Defrosting 189
Overview 182
REST 189
Switching off 190
Temperature 185
Automatic locking
Control system 141
When driving 97
Automatic shift program 158
Automatic transmission 152
Accelerator position 159
Automatic transmisson fluid
(ATF) 293
Comfort program mode 158
Driving 50
Emergency operation
(Limp Home Mode) 166
Fluid level 293Gear ranges 155
Gear selector lever 152
Gear selector lever
(Unlocking manually) 376
Gear selector lever position 152, 156
Gear shifting malfunctions 166
Gearshift pattern 48
Kickdown 159
Manual shifting 154
One-touch gearshifting 154
Program mode selector switch 158B
BabySmart
TM
Air bag deactivation system 75
Air bag deactivation system,
description 431
Compatible child seat 74, 75
Compatible child seats,
description 431
Passenger front air bag off indicator
lamp 75
Self-test 76
Back-up lamp 381
Bar 323
BAS 81
Description 431
Display message 351
Battery (SmartKey)
Replacing 378
Battery (Vehicle) 294, 396
Charging 397
Disconnecting 397
Jump starting 399
Removing 397
Bead 323