Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 Automobile User Manual


 
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Operation
Engine compartment
SLK 230 Kompressor
1 Coolant expansion tank
2 Float in the filler neck
̈ Using a rag, turn the cap to the left to
the first detent position. Allow any ex-
cess pressure to escape.
̈ Continue turning the cap to the left and
remove it.
The coolant level is correct if float 2
can be seen at the top through the filler
neck.
̈ Add coolant as required.
̈ Turn the cap back, past the first detent
position, as far as it will go.
More information on coolant can be found
in the “Technical data” section
(
page 281).
SLK 320, SLK 32 AMG
1 Coolant expansion tank
2 Marker in the filler neck
̈ Using a rag, turn the cap slowly approx-
imately one half turn to the left to re-
lease any excess pressure.
̈ Continue turning the cap to the left and
remove it.
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The drain plugs for the cooling system
are located on the right side of the en-
gine block and at the bottom of the ra-
diator.
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