2007 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK CLASS snow chains

438 Technical data
Rims and tires
ModelSLK 280 (Sport Package*)
SLK 350 (Sport Package*)SLK 55 AMG
SLK 55 AMG (Performance Package*)
Front axle:
AMG rims (light alloy)7.5 J x 17 H27.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset1.46 in (37 mm)1.46 in (37 mm)
Summer tires1,3
1Radial-ply tires
225/45 ZR17 91Y
or
225/45 R17 91W MOExtended*
2
2Must be used in conjunction with Run Flat Indicator* only.
225/40 ZR18 92Y XL (Extra Load)
Rear axle:
AMG rims (light alloy)8.5 J x17 H28.5 J x18 H2
Wheel offset1.18 in (30 mm)1.18 in (30 mm)
Summer tires1,3
3Must not be used with snow chains.
245/40 ZR17 91Y
or
245/40 R17 91W MOExtended*
2
245/35 ZR18 92Y XL (Extra Load)

439 Technical data
Rims and tires
Spare wheel with collapsible tire
ModelAll models
(except SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package*)
Rim (light alloy)4.5 B x 17 H2
Wheel offset0.47 in (12 mm)
Collapsible tire145/70-17 92P1
1Must not be used with snow chains.
!Please compare the recommended tire
inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire
inflation pressure on the yellow label located on
the spare wheel rim.
If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label
on the spare wheel rim differs from the values
given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the
collapsible tire to the recommended tire inflation
pressure given on the yellow label on the spare
wheel rim.iPlease note that the tire inflation pressure of
the collapsible tire differs from the tire inflation
pressure of the road tires.
Inflate the collapsible tire to approximately
51 psi (3.5 bar).
iThe SLK 55 AMG with Performance
Package* does not have a spare wheel. The
SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package* is
equipped with TIREFIT (
page 401).

464 Index
Service system
Maintenance service indicator 334
Parts service 428
Settings menu (Control system) 136
Shelf behind roll bar 254
Shift program mode, Automatic
transmission* 161
Shifting, Automatic transmission 155
Side marker lamps 394
Side windows see Power windows
Sidewall 329
SmartKey 94
Checking batteries 98
Factory setting 96
Global locking 96
Global unlocking 96
Locking and unlocking 94
Loss of SmartKey or mechanical
key 98Mechanical key 387
Panic button 83
Positions in starter switch 37
Power windows,
opening/closing* 238
Remote control 94
Replacing batteries 391
Restoring to factory setting 98
Retractable hardtop,
opening/closing* 244
Selective setting 97
Starting engine 51
Turning off engine 61
Snow chains 333
Spare fuses (Vehicle tool kit) 382
Spare parts see Parts service
Spare wheel 385SRS
Indicator lamp 353
Messages in the multifunction
display 360
Standard display menu (Control
system) 127
Standing lamps 109, 394
Standing water, driving instructions 287
Starter switch positions 37
Starting 37, 51
Difficulties with 52
Position in starter switch 37
Steering column see Steering wheel
Steering wheel
Adjusting 43
Heating* 276
Lock 52

466 Index
Time and date synchronization with head
unit* (Control system) 141
TIN 329
Tire and Loading Information 308
Tire and loading terminology 327
Tire care and maintenance 305
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure 404
Air pressure 327
Checking 312, 314
Tire inspection 305
Tire load rating 329
Tire ply composition and material
used 329
Tire speed rating 320, 330
Tire terminology 327
TIREFIT*
Instructions for use 401
Vehicle tool kit 382, 383Tires 304, 434
Cleaning 306
Direction of rotation 307
Driving instructions 283
Flat tire 401
Important guidelines 304
Inflating with air pump 411
MOExtended* 434
Mounting wheel 409
Removing wheel 409
Retreads 304
Rims and tires 434
Rotating 330
Run Flat Indicator* 315
Service life 305
Sizes 434
Snow chains 333
Spare wheel 385
Speed rating 285Storing 306
Temperature 326
Traction 284
Tread depth 306, 332
Treadwear indicators (TWI) 283
Wear pattern 331
Wheel chock (Vehicle tool kit) 382
Winter 332
Tools see Vehicle tool kit
Tow-away alarm see Anti-theft systems
Towing (Vehicle) 421
Traction 88, 330
Transmission
Messages in the multifunction
display 360
Transmission see Automatic transmis-
sion* or Manual Transmission
Transporting the vehicle 92
Traveling abroad 287

468 Index
Vehicle loading terminology 327
Vehicle status message memory menu
(Control system) 135
Vehicle tool kit 32, 382
Collapsible wheel chock 384
Vehicle washing see Vehicle care
VIN 431
W
Warning sounds
Anti-theft alarm system 90
Exterior lighting 62, 99, 109
Maintenance service indicator 335
Panic alarm 83
Parking brake 53, 348
Seat belts 78, 351, 352
Tow-away alarm 91
Warranty coverage 429Washing the vehicle see Vehicle care
Wear pattern (Tires) 331
Weights 442
Wheel bolts 386
Wheel chock (Vehicle tool kit) 382
Wheel wrench (Vehicle tool kit) 382
Wheels
Tightening torque 413
Wheels see Tires
Where will I find...? 382
Wind screen* 246
Windows see Power windows
Windshield
Washer fluid reservoir 302
Washer system 450
Windshield wipers 56
Replacing wiper blades 399
Wiper blades, cleaning 340Winter driving 332
Instructions 286
Snow chains 333
Tires 332
Winter tires 332
Wood trims
Cleaning 343