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Mercedes R 171 Series Manual Directory

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On this page we have provided a collection of owner operation, service and repair manuals for the Mercedes-Benz Series R171 SLK 200, SLK 280, SLK 300, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG vehicles that are available for download. Additionally, a production models timeline and statistics are also provided.

Series (R171) 2004-2010 Production Models

Mercedes R171 Service Repair ManualsThe Mercedes-Benz R171 second generation SLK series was unveiled at the 74th Geneva International Motor Show — and manufactured and marketed for model years 2004–2010.

The R171 features revisions over its predecessor, the R170 including a increased length (72mm) and width (65mm), seven-speed auto transmission and increased trunk storage by 63 liters, 2.25 cubic feet.

Mercedes R171 Production Specs

Production models included the SLK 200 2004-2011, SLK 280 2005-2008, SLK 300 2009-2011, SLK 350 2004-2011 and SLK 55 AMG 2004-2011

The R171 offers fully galvanized bodywork with 46 percent improved top down torsional strength.

The R171 made Car and Driver's Ten Best list for 2005 and won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Convertible award.

In 2006 AMG released several new models, only available in select export markets, including:

  • SLK 55 Track Sport
  • SLK 55 Asia Cup
  • SLK 55 'F1 Safety Car'
  • SLK 55 AMG Black Series (2006-2008)

AMG Black Engine was upgraded to 395 hp at 5750 rpm and 384 lb.ft of torque at 4000 rpm.

Production Statistics

** = Kompressor, S = Supercharged, sp = speed, M = Manual, A = Auto, sst = Speedshift

Model Years Engine (code) Power, torque at rpm Transmissions
SLK 200** 2004–2008 1,796cc I4(s) (M271) 161hp) (177 lb,ft)@3-4k 6spM, 5spA
SLK 200** 2008–2011 1,796cc I4(s) (M271) 181hp) (177 lb.ft)@3-4k  
SLK 280 2005–2008 2,996cc V6 (M272) 228hp) (221 lb.ft) 6spM, 7G-Tronic
SLK 300 2009–2011 2,996cc V6 (M272) 228hp) (221 lb.ft)  
SLK 350 2004–2007 3,498cc V6 (M272) 268hp) (258 lb.ft)@2.5-5k 6spM, 7G-Tronic
SLK 350 2008–2011 3,498cc V6 (M272) 301hp) (266 lb;ft)@2.5-5k  
SLK 55 AMG 2004-2011 5,439cc V8 (M113) 355hp), 510 Nm (376 lb.ft) 7G-Tronic AMG-SST
SLK 55 AMG 2006–2008 5,439cc V8 (M113) 395hp), 520 Nm (384 lb.ft) 7G-T AMG-SST, 5spA

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R171 Production Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010

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CD/DVD: R171 Service Manual Collection

Mercedes R171 Workshop Manuals CDR171 2004-2011 Service Manual Collection
Engines, Transmissions, Climate Control, Electrical, Chassis, Body
Covers U.S. Models: SLK 280, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Format: Bookmarked .pdf's - for all operating systems

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Mercedes R171 Service Repair Manual CollectionR171 2004-2011 Service Manual Collection
Engines, Transmissions, Climate Control, Electrical, Chassis, Body
Covers U.S. Models: SLK 280, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Download: 584 mb, over 6,000 pages
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2005 Mercedes SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Mercedes 2005-2009 R171 SLK 280, 300, 350, 55 AMG Owners ManualsContents: 3.89mb, 461 pages, .pdf
Part No. 171 584 89 81

2006 Mercedes SLK 280, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Contents: 5.48mb, 481 pages, .pdf
Part No. 171 584 76 81

2007 Mercedes SLK 280, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Contents: 5.74mb, 471 pages, .pdf
Part No. 171 584 16 82

2008 Mercedes SLK 280, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Contents: 5.80mb, 475 pages, .pdf
Part No. 171 584 97 82

2009 Mercedes SLK 300, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Contents: 12.2mb, 365 pages, .pdfMercedes Benz R171 2010 SLK 300, SLK 350, 55 AMG Owners Manual
Part No. 171 584 11 83

2010 Mercedes SLK 300, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Contents: 4.80mb, 312 pages, .pdf
Part No. 171 584 27 86

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Download: M272 Engine Service Manual

Mercedes R171 M272 SLK280 Engine ManualMercedes R171 - Engine M272
Applications: SLK280
Years: 2004-2011
Download: 96.5 mb, 1,474 pages, .pdf

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Download: M272 M113 Engine Service Manual

Mercedes R171 M272 SLK350, M113 SLK55 Engine ManualMercedes R171 - Engines M272, M113
Applications: SLK350, SLK55 AMG
Years: 2004-2011
Download: 83.3mb, 1,273 pages, .pdf

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Download: Clutch & Transmissions Manual

Mercedes R171 Transmissions Service ManualMercedes R171 2004-2011
7G-Tronic Manual & Auto Transmissions
Contents: 67.7 mb,
423 pages, .pdf

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Download: Chassis and Body Manual

Mercedes R171 Chassis Body Service ManualR171 Chassis Body Service and Repair
Applications: R171 2004-2011
Models: SLK 280, SLK350, SLK 55 AMG
Download: 165 mb, 2,279 pages, .pdf

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Download: Climate Control Manual

Mercedes R171 Climate Control Service ManualR171 Climate Control Service and Repair
Applications: R171 2004-2011
Models: SLK 280, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Download: 61.5 mb, 169 pages, .pdf

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Download: Electrical Troubleshooting Manual

Mercedes R171 Electrical Troubleshooting ManualR171 Climate Control Service and Repair
Applications: R171 2004-2011
Models: SLK 280, SLK 350, SLK 55 AMG
Download: 102 mb, 1086 pages, .pdf

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