2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 covers the six-cylinder convertible, powered by a 3.2L V6 with a single overhead cam layout, natural aspiration and gasoline fuel. Its body is the 2-door convertible and its trim Base, the only ones listed. At this age the V6 may need attention to ignition, sensors and seals, and the manual gives specifications and procedures for that engine.

Engines covered

• 3.2L V6 — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door convertible

Trims covered

• Base

Known issues on the 2001 SLK320. NHTSA filed two recalls against the wider 2001 SLK-Class line. One covered certain vehicles whose side brake light sockets could distort from heat over time, loosening the bulb contacts until the lamp failed; dealers replaced the rear lamp modules. The other found that certain vehicles came with an owner's manual lacking proper headlamp aiming instructions. The 2001 SLK320 has 39 complaints, led by service brakes (13), stability control (11) and exterior lighting (8); one reported a crash, one a fire and one an injury. The 2001 SLK-Class line adds seven more. Lighting wiring diagrams and brake diagnostics are covered.