Problem Reports
Mercedes-Benz SLK280
Report: Camshaft Adjuster Solenoid Failure
Mercedes-Benz SLK280 Problem
Model Years Affected: 2006, 2007, 2008
Average Mileage: 90,500 mi (64,000 mi - 117,000 mi)
The camshaft adjuster solenoid (which is related to the variable valve timing system) may fail or timing chain/balance shaft components may wear, resulting in illumination of the Check Engine Light and various drivability issues. Mercedes-Benz has released a service bulletin outlining specific repair instructions depending on fault codes stored.
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JSarna, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK280, 64,000 miRookie
Intermittent check engine lights. Engine feels like it has a low idle miss, kind of jerks a little bit at idle in drive with brake on. Has occassionally acted as though a cylinder was entirely missing but I also had a different code at that time which could indicate a faulty coil.
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Visitor, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK280, 117,000 mi
Vehicle has check engine light on. Also developed shifting from first to drive stalling and not exceed 20 mph.
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