slk230

Hi, I have a 2000 facelift SLK230 6sp manual. The back box has started to blow very slightly on the top seam. Unfortunately the flange where it meets the catalyst section is badly corroded and would most likely need replacing too. I am having great difficulty finding a replacement at a...

Hi Guys, I have a 98 slk230, up until today I was able to lower and raise the vario roof no problem, then today I tried it and only the boot would open and fold back but the roof itself stayed where it was, upon inspection inside the working parts / cables etc, I found a metal cable...

We're from Rugby in the UK. Just purchased our first Merc. A 2004 R170. In silver. Sadly, as we wanted anything but silver. However this one seemed too good to miss. Hope it gives us as much pleasure as our previous car (Toyota MR2 Mk3 ) We're not far from Mercland. Indeed we missed an SLK...

My SLK230 (S reg) has a noisy speedo cable which either needs greasing to quieten it or replacing. As a novice but with time on my hands I'd like to have a go at this myself. Any major problems in getting at it behind the dash panelling?

What is the difference between the kompressor, and kompressor AMG? as ones i have seen dont have any difference

Boris has been up changing quite lumpy for a while, no smoothness. After waiting for months for a suitable day (After I purchased a new seal and oil off Fleabay) I thought the hour or so to change the filter and oil would be a doddle...... NAH! 4 out of 6 bolts heads broke off due to alloy...

Hi, I have a standard SLK230K with 16" wheels and Falken tyres. The car suffers badly from tramlining. Has anyone with a std car and 16" wheels found a solution to this? I understand tyre choice is very important. Thanks, Mark

Hi, since the battery has been changed on my 1998 slk230k the coolant light has been persistantly on. I have read it could be a pre fuse in the "Secret" fuse box. Has anyone have any idea where this secret fuse box is in the car and also if its not that what it may be causing the problem...

My 6 speed manual on a 2003 slk230 is "notchy". Is there a "best" gear oil to use as changing the oilis my first thought. Any other suggestions gratefully received.

Hi there, you have probably been asked this before but here goes... I have a noise coming from the clutch (I think) on the supercharger when it kicks in at about 1500rpm. There is no loss of power only the noise which sounds a bit like whirring. Have searched around and the general opinion is...

Hi all, I am way away from home and haven't used the car for about a week. My son tells me the alarm on my car (late 2002 model) is going off and he can't stop it. The car is not recognising either remote so I am thinking that the main battery may have failed. He is going to try disconnecting...

Can anyone clarify the operation of the electric windows on the R170 Slk230. When closing the door, are the windows supposed to lower slightly in order to let the window glass enter the rubber channels at the top of the door, and then automatically raise again to make the seal? Mine do not, and...

I have just bought my first Merc and sports car if you discount the clapped-out 1.6 Mk2 Capri I bought as my fist car. Obviously, my SLK is not new and was first registered October 2002, however, with only 28k miles on the clock and a service history confirming the mileage from one lady owner...

Hi everybody, I drive a 2001 SLK230. My mileage ramped up at the beginning of this year to 2Kmiles/mth due to starting a new job in Cambridge. We live in St. Albans. Just wondered what the service interval was on my car? I was told by the Merc specialist who looks after it, that it is...

Hi guys and girls my girlfriend has just smashed her pride and joy and needs a bonnet in silver its a 1997 slk230 any help would be appreciated.

Hi all has anybody got any pics they could share of a silver R170 with these Beauties fitted please Mercedes Benz SLK Black Projector Halo Headlights R170 on eBay (end time 23-Feb-11 13:45:30 GMT) Like the look of them just stuggleing to see them on the car :thumb: Many thanks

Hi everyone, I am based in Manchester and have just bought a 97 reg SLK230. I have been driving it for a few days now and am very happy with it so far. I thought I would register on here and see if I can find a few more things out about the vehicle, DIY stuff, etc. Thanks for reading :)

Hi folks Hopefully someone can help. When closing my drivers door the window sticks on the roof rubber. I then have to push the glass for it to go under the rubber. Passenger side is perfect. The door seems to be aligned ok. Any ideas please.

Hi, I want to fit rear speakers to my 2001 SLK230 R170 (non boss). Is it possible / easy? Are there any mounting holes / wireing. What size speakers would fit (subs??) Any help would be great. Cheers Mark

Hi Guys 1st thing first....I got my SLK230 R170 yesterday!!!!!! :bannana:its great, realy happy. Now I want to start personalising it. Is it possible to get the Garage Remote Unit that they mention in the user guide? The guide suggests that it was not for the UK, is this correct. Would love to...