2008 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK ROADSTER ESP

Flat tyre
225Changing a wheel and fitting the spar
e
wheel * G
Risk of accident
The wheel dimensions and tyre size of the
emergency spare wheel* may differ from
those of the standard wheels.
Your vehicle's handling characteristics will
change when driving with a collapsibl e
emergency spare wheel*. Adapt your style
of driving accordingly.
The collapsible emergency spare wheel*
must only be used for a short time. Do not
exceed the maximum speed of 80 km/h
and do not deactivate ES P®
.
Never drive the vehicle with more than one
collapsible emergency spare wheel* fitted.G
Risk of accident
Have the collapsible emergency spare
wheel* replaced as soon as possible at a
qualified specialist workshop which has the
necessary specialist knowledge and tools
to carry out the work required. Mercedes-
Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be car-
ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Preparing the vehicle X
Prepare the vehicle as described
(Y page 218).
X Place the wheels in the straight-ahead posi-
tion.
X Take the following from the stowage well
beneath the boot floor:
R
the collapsible emergency spare wheel*
R the vehicle tool kit
R the wheel chock
R the jack
R the air pump
X Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away .
On level ground :place chocks or similar
under the front and rear of the wheel that
is diagonally opposite the wheel you wish
to change.
X On downhill gradients: place chocks or
similar under both wheels of the other axle. Raising the vehicle
1
Wheel wrenc h
X Using wheel wrench 1, loosen the bolts on
the wheel you wish to change by about one
full turn. Do not unscrew the bolts com -
pletely. G
Risk of accident
If you fail to position the jack correctly, the
vehicle may :
R slip off the jack
R injure you or others
R be damaged
It is thus important to ensure that the jack
is positioned correctly in the respective
jacking points. Before positioning the jack , Practical advice
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Battery
23
0 Battery
Notes on the battery
In order for the battery to achieve the maxi-
mum possible service life, it must always be
sufficiently charged.
Have the battery charge checked more fre-
quently if you use the vehicle mainly for short
trips or if you leave it standing idle for a
lengthy period.
To prevent damage from corrosion, only
replace the battery with one that has a central
ventilation cover.
Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if
you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for
a long period of time. G
Risk of injury
Comply with safety precautions and take
protective measures when handling batter-
ies. Risk of explosion
Fire, naked flames and
smoking are prohibited
when handling the bat-
tery. Avoid creating
sparks. Battery acid is caustic.
Avoid contact with the
skin, eyes or clothing
.
Wear suitable protective
clothing, in particular
gloves, an apron and a
face mask.
Immediately rinse acid
splashes off with clea n
water. Consult a doctor if
necessary. Wear eye protection
. Keep children away.
Observe this Owner's
Manual. H
Environmental not
e
Do not dispose of batteries with the house-
hold rubbish. Dispose of defective batteries
in an environmentally responsible manner.
Take them to a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or a special collection point for ol
d
batteries. G
Risk of injury
Mercedes-Benz recommends that, for
safety reasons, you only use batteries
which have been tested and approved for
your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These bat-
teries provide increased impact protectio n
to prevent vehicle occupants from suffering
acid burns should the battery be damage d
in the event of an accident .
To prevent acid burns, observe the follow-
ing safety notes when handling batteries:
R Do not lean over batteries .
R Do not place any metal objects on a bat-
tery. You could otherwise cause a short
circuit and the battery's highly flammabl e
gas mixture could ignite.
R Make sure that you do not create elec-
trostatic charge, e.g. by wearing syn-
thetic clothing or as a result of friction on
fabrics. You should not therefore pull or
slide the battery over carpets or other
synthetic materials.
R Never touch the battery first. To dis-
charge a possible electrostatic charge, Practical advice
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Towing and tow-startin
g234
X
Start the engine of the donor vehicle and
run it at idling speed .
X Connect negative terminal 3of the donor
battery to earth point 4of your vehi-
cle using the jump lead, connecting the
jump lead to the donor battery first.
X Start the engine.
X Electrical consumers can be switched on
again. Do not switch the lights on however ,
as this will overload the battery.
X Remove the jump lead from eart h
point 4and negative terminal 3first,
then from positive terminal 2and positiv e
terminal 1, each time disconnecting from
the battery on your own vehicle first .
X Have the battery checked at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre. Towing and tow-starting
Points to remember
G
Risk of accident
If you tow the vehicle, you must use a rigid
towing bar if:
R the engine is not running
R there is a brake system malfunctio n
R the voltage supply or the vehicle's elec-
trical system is damage d
There is no power assistance for the steer-
ing when the engine is not running.
It is better to have the vehicle transported
than to have it towed.
When towing, observe the legal requirement s
in all countries concerned.
! When towing, pull away slowly and with-
out jerking. If the tractive power is too high,
the vehicles could be damaged. Do not use
the towing eye for recovery.
! You may tow the vehicle for a maximum
of 50 km. A towing speed of 50 km/h must
not be exceeded.
With towing distances over 50 km, the
entire vehicle needs to be lifted up and
transported. !
Only secure the tow cable or towing bar
to the towing eyes. You may otherwise
damage the vehicle.
R Vehicles with an automatic transmission*
must not be tow-started.
R If the engine does not start, try jump-start-
ing it (Y page 233).
R If it is not possible to jump-start the vehicle ,
have it towed to the nearest qualified spe-
cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Ben z
Service Centre.
R If the vehicle has suffered transmission
damage, it must only be towed with the rear
axle raised.
R The selector lever must be in position Non
vehicles with automatic transmission*.
R If you are towing the vehicle over a consid-
erable distance, this may only be done with
the rear axle raised.
R The ignition must be switched off if you are
towing the vehicle with the front/rear axle
raised. Intervention by ESP ®
could other-
wise damage the brake system.
R Before towing the vehicle, make sure that
the battery is connected and charged. Oth-
erwise : Practical advice
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Towing and tow-startin
g236 Towing the vehicle
! You may tow the vehicle for a maximum
of 50 km. A towing speed of 50 km/h must
not be exceeded.
With towing distances over 50 km, the
entire vehicle needs to be lifted up and
transported.
! The engine must be switched off (key in
ignition lock in position 0or position 1) if
the vehicle is being towed with the fron t
axle raised or if the parking brake is bein g
tested on a dynamometer. Intervention by
ESP ®
could otherwise damage the brake
system.
Vehicles with manual transmission X
Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock .
X Shift to neutral .
Vehicles with automatic transmission *X
Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock .
X Move the selector lever to N. Tow-starting (emergency engine
starting )
Please note:
R Vehicles with an automatic transmission*
must not be tow-started.
R The battery must be connected.
R The engine and catalytic converter must be
cold.
R Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts .
Vehicles with manual transmission X
Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock .
X Shift to neutral .
X Tow the vehicle or let it roll.
X Shift to a suitable gear and bring the clutch
pedal up slowly. Do not depress the accel-
erator pedal.
The engine is started. Removing the towing ey
e
X Take the wheel wrench from the vehicle
tool kit (Y page 172).
X Insert the wheel wrench handle into the
towing eye and turn it anti-clockwise.
X Unscrew the towing eye.
X Replace the cover and press it until it
engages.
X Return the towing eye and the whee l
wrench to the vehicle tool kit . Transporting the vehicle
The towing eyes can be used to pull the vehi-
cle onto a trailer or transporter for transport-
ing purposes.
! Only lash the vehicle down by the wheels
or wheel rims, not by parts of the vehicl e
such as axle or steering components. The
vehicle could otherwise be damaged.
Vehicles with manual transmission X
Shift to neutral . Practical advice
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Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
240 Introduction to technical dat
a
i The technical data was determined in
accordance with EU directives. All data
applies to the vehicle's standard equip-
ment. The data may therefore differ for
vehicles with optional equipment. You can
obtain further information from a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and con-
version parts and accessories which have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to evaluate other parts. Mercedes-
Benz therefore accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles, even if they have been independently or
officially approved.
In Germany and some other countries, certain
parts are only officially approved for installa-
tion or modification if they comply with legal
requirements. All genuine Mercedes-Ben z
parts meet this requirement. The use of non -
approved parts may invalidate the vehicle's
general operating permit. This is the case if:
R they cause a change of the vehicle typ e
from that for which the vehicle's genera l
operating permit was granted
R other road users could be endangered
R the emission or noise levels are adversely
affected
The use of non-approved parts could affec t
your vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes -
Benz therefore recommends genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and conversion parts
and accessories that have been approved for
your vehicle
. H
Environmental not
e
Daimler also supplies reconditione d
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts and to which the same
warranty applies .
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and approved
conversion parts and accessories are availa-
ble from Mercedes-Benz Service Centres.
There, you can also receive advice about tech -
nical modifications and have the parts pro -
fessionally fitted.
Always quote the vehicle identification num-
ber and the engine number when ordering
genuine parts. You will find these numbers on
the vehicle data card in the Service Booklet
or on your vehicle's identification plates
( Y page 242). Technical data
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Tyres and wheels
24
6 Tyres and wheels
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres which
have been approved by Mercedes-Benz
specifically for your vehicle. These tyres ar e
specially adapted for use with the control
systems, such as ABS or ESP ®
, and are
marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
R MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Exten-
ded* (with run-flat characteristics)
If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can-
not accept any responsibility for damage
which may occur. Information about tyres
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Ben z
Service Centre.
! If you fit tyres other than those tested and
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, charac-
teristics such as handling, noise levels and
fuel consumption, etc. may be adversel y
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, dimensional variations and differen t
tyre deformation characteristics could
cause the tyres to make contact with the
bodywork and axle components. This could
result in damage to the tyres or the vehicle. i
Further information about tyres and
wheels can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
You will find a table of tyre pressures on the
inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap . You
will find further information about tyre pres-
sures in the "Operation" section
( Y page 157). Technical data
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Service products and capacities
255Service products and capacities
Notes on service products and capaci-
ties
Service products are:
R fuel s
R lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R coolant
R brake fluid
R windscreen washer fluid
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you onl y
use those products which have been tested
and specially approved by Mercedes-Benz for
your vehicle and are listed in the Mercedes-
Benz Owner's Manual in the relevant chapter
since :
R parts and service products are matched
R damage caused by the use of non-approved
service products is not covered by the war-
rant y
You can recognise service products approved
by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscrip-
tion on the containers:
R MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
R MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51) Other designations or recommendations that
relate to a level of quality or a specification in
accordance with an MB Approval have not
necessarily been approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. G
Risk of injury
When handling, storing and disposing of
any service products, please observe the
relevant regulations, as you could other-
wise endanger yourself and others.
Keep service products away from children.
To protect your health, do not allow service
products to come into contact with your
eyes or open wounds. See a doctor imme-
diately if any service product is swallowed. H
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e
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally-responsible manner. Fuel
s G
Risk of explosion
Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames
and smoking are therefore prohibited when
handling fuels.
Before refuelling, always turn off the
engine. G
Risk of injury
Do not allow fuel to come into contact with
skin or clothing .
Allowing fuels to come into direct contact
with your skin or inhaling fuel vapours is
damaging to your health.
Tank capacity Total capacity 70
l Of which reserve
fuel Approximately 9
l SLK 55 AMG Approximately 10
l !
Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
petrol engine. Never mix petrol with diesel.
Even small amounts of diesel result in dam- Technical data
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256age to the injection system. Damage result-
ing from adding diesel is not covered by the
warranty.
More information about refuelling and fuels
can be found in the "Operation" section. Introduction to fuel consumption
The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in
the following situations: R
at very low temperatures
R in urban traffic
R on short trips
R in mountainous terrain
! Do not use any special additives, as the y
can cause malfunctions and engine dam-
age. Damage resulting from the use of such
additives is not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz warranty. H
Environmental not
e
CO 2(carbon dioxide) is the gas which sci-
entists believe to be principally responsible
for global warming (the greenhouse effect).
Your vehicle's CO 2emissions are directly related to fuel consumption and therefore
depend on:
R
efficient use of the fuel by the engin e
R driving style
R other non-technical factors, such as envi-
ronmental influences or road conditions
You can minimise your vehicle's CO 2emis-
sions by driving carefully and having it serv-
iced regularly. Technical data
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