r171

Well, it's time to sell the SLK as I think I need something more involved and less comfortable ! :) 04 Plate, massive spec Ultra low mileage 28,400, 2 owners, Full Mercedes Benz Service History, HPI clear, 6 months Tax and MOT, Much cheaper road tax as it's pre 06, Auto with optional paddle...

I've been advised to have my gearbox oil replaced as my car is an '04 and as far as I'm aware it hasn't been done before, yet similar BMW boxes are apparantly maintenance free and effectively sealed for life. So, basically should I be getting this done or is it unecessary ?

My passenger door check strap has gotten amazingly clunky and stiff to open. I've heard some horror stories about them snapping and punching through the door card ! How tricky is it to get the door card off ?, I'm fairly competant and can easily dismantle Jap stuff but European cars tend to be a...

Firstly hello from a new member with a problem for you!!!! I had a coolant warning light appear on the dash of my wife's Slk Kompressor the other day. After checking the coolant tank I found it below the bar and topped it up, further checking showed on the right hand side of the radiator at...

Having just purchased an SLK350 on a 2006 plate, I wondered if there are any issues/ vulnerable areas for rust, that i should be aware of, as there were with the 320? I know the 320 used to suffer with rust on the inner lip of the rear arches, which I believe was due to collecting mud on the...

Hi, Can anyone recommend a supplier for the genuine MB perspex wind deflector for a 2006 SLK R171? There seem to be a number of them on a well known auction site at around £250.00, but just want to check if anyone has had experience of buying one from there and if they are genuine and A1...

I have the newer version of the basic Audio 20 in both cars (w204, r171) with DAB provided by a Pure Highway in each glovebox connected by the aux in socket. Sat Nav is portable TomTom. I use Bluetooth to pair my iPhone 4S. I want an integrated solution for the c class estate which I guess...

Hi - I've recently bought a 2005 SLK AMG 55 which has the comfort close option - where you can hold the key fob by the door handle and open / close the roof. However, despite changing the batteries for completely fresh ones, I cannot get it to work at a distance of more than 1" from the door...

Hi all, I was recently asking some questions on here re. W204 C350 CDi's, but having recently sold my Audi S4, I've decided I need another V8 in my life! I'm looking at something around the 2005 / early 2006 mark (in the lower tax bracket), ideally in iridium silver or black, with the...

I noticed today that the front anti-roll bar on my SLK has an extra, unused hole at each end, which looks like a drop link fixing hole. Assuming this is correct, moving the drop links to the currently unused holes would shorten the ends of the a/r bar, making it stiffer. So, my question...

Hi, Although I have a motorcycle shop, with knowledge of everything bikes I am new to Mercedes SLK' and what is the best sounding Sports exhaust that for the 350 AMG. I'm happy with the performance, but I want it to get the best sound out of the V6. I have been told that eisenmann gives the best...

Greetings, citizens. Looking at the assyst on my 2006 SLK55, it's saying that it will need a "E" service in 3000 odd miles. Now, given that the last service was a "B" and ended up rushing me ~£800 this sounds somewhat alarming. Does anyone know what constitutes an "E" service - is it going to...

Looking for a wind deflector for the R171, but not the mesh one. Looking for the perspex model. Also are they any good or just good for looks........:dk:

Hi all, how do I adjust the hand brake on my 2005 SLK R171? Is the adjuster in the wheel hubs, or under the handbrake cover? Thanks in advance. :thumb:

Hi, I was just wondering if anyone out there knows if the door controller controls more than just the door indicator??. I took my 2004 SLK 200 in to have what I thought would be a new set of door bulbs ( drivers side RHD ) but was told I need a new door controller that would cost £659 fitted...

There are loads of previous threads on this but I cannot find the specific answer I want. :dk: Can a rain sensor be fitted to a facelift R171 (surprised it's not standard! :( ) ? If so, then what is it going to cost, approximately, to have it supplied and fitted by an Indie?

If anyone is thinking of moving on their R171 SLK, I'm looking for a 350 or 280, not fussy on colour but spec needs to be AMG/Sports based, and include air scarf, heated leather and Comand. No red seat belts though, and auto only. Ideally will be from late 2006-2009 era. Thanks very much

Just tried to unlock the car and the drivers door will not operate with the remote. Boot and passenger door work fine, i am having to use internal door pop up to lock door. Have read about a pump system on central locking, i thought there would be an electric solenoid to open doors and boot. Can...

Evening All The fan / blower on my 05 SLK 350 has packed up. Checked the fuses. Not them. The heater/aircon is still feeding air throughout the vents albeit very slowly but there is no response from the fan dial to blow the air through. Anyone dealt with the same problem or know what next...

Hi all. My wife has a R171 SLK with the basic audio system,single cd and no phone.(Audio 20?) How easy is it to upgrade to the phone enabled audio,(I am not au fait with the MB models but believe it to be Comand?) Or am I stuck with getting a Parrot? Really appreciate any advice!