Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Mercedes-Benz SLK320
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Models:
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Problems
Inside Grab Handles/Upholstery/Door Trim Panels May Delaminate
Inside grab handles, the upholstery on the center console cover, and door trim panels can delaminate. Most commonly replacement of the affected part is necessary.
Squeaking/Worn Brake Pads May Require Rotor Replacement Also
Due to the size and material used on the brakes of these vehicles, the brakes may start to squeak around the 50 percent wear point. The brake rotor surfaces become uneven, causing a lip to form at the outer edge of the rotor. Because of this, the rotors are usually replaced when the pads are worn (pad life varies depending on driving style and terrain).
The Differential May Develop Leaks From the Seals or Cover
Leaks may develop from the differential cover and/or seals on high mileage or older vehicles. Our technicians recommend a complete reseal of the differential unit if these leaks are addressed.
"Crank no Start" Due to Failed Crankshaft Position Sensor
The crankshaft position sensor may fail. Symptoms of this are: The engine will crank—but not start—especially when the engine is warm. The car may start again if it is left to cool off, but it may run roughly or have poor performance.
Hinges For Sun Visor May Break
It is not uncommon for the sun visor hinges to break.
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Recalls (Recent)
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Recall 05V505000
Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, FAILURE OF ONE OF THE SIDE BRAKE LIGHTS CAN OCCUR. THE BASE OF THE SOCKET CAN BE SUBJECT TO THERMAL DEFORMATION OVER TIME.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Recall 02V152000
Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE OWNER'S MANUAL DOES NOT CONTAIN THE PROPER HEADLAMP AIMING INSTRUCTIONS.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Questions and Answers
iam trying to buy a benz slk 320 2001 but the seller doesn`t know how to open the roof top cuz something is wrong, is their anything in the trunk that may need me to look and fix
I park my car and locked the doors and after about 5 minutes the alarm goes off. I decided to not lock the doors but the car doors lock themselves now. A few minutes later, alarm goes off. What ...
car drives great then just goes dead wount start back up for a while when it does start check eng light on
Open door, interior lights come on, close door, lights may or may not go off or go off then as we're driving they may go on and then off again. Sometimes when leaving car and closing door(s) interi...
I can't find it? Is there somewhere else the fuse for high beams would be located?
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Stories
Car wont crank at times for days then when it does it also go days like nothing is wrong.Its like it picks the days it wants to run.Car has 99000 miles on it.
Great handling car, following the history of quality Mercedez.
Great performance and looks.
A Great Value