| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK repairs by problem area
Engine (41%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (15%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 46 repairs.
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (18%)
$500 - $999 (35%)
$100 - $499 (18%)
< $100 (24%)
Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2dr Hardtop conv.
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 72000 mi US $700 |
there was an oil leak from under the engine that was found during a regular scheduled service. The oil seals had to be changed. |
| 84100 mi US $996 |
electronic fuel system stopped working and the car stopped dead in traffic. Had to be towed to the repair shop where a new fuel system was installed. The cause was diagnosed to be a faulty exhaust manifold (had a leak). The leak was also repaired. |
| 53000 mi | Minor oil leak repaired. Second minor oil leak repaired. |
| 68000 mi US $700 |
Needed 2 motor mounts and 1 transmission mount. |
| 44120 mi A $600 |
Oil leaking from cam magnet seal. (Engine timing affected) |
| 55800 mi A $1500 |
Replaced engine mounts and transmission mount. Also changed brake fluid. AMAZING difference to ride and drive. Much smoother and predictable. Could have driven longer with it but really glad I had it done. |
| 58280 mi A $450 |
Idler pulley replaced. Slight noise (like a bird chirping ) . Could have waited. WHilst it was worn, it didn't fix the chirping noise, which is from a leaking gasket. |
| 62600 mi US $1200 |
belt drive |
| 23000 mi | replaced ignition switch |
| 24000 mi US $450 |
Ignition switch would not keep coding. Programming would not stick. Car would not recognize key. Very intermittent problem. MB special order part twice. |
| 30000 mi | Replaced ignition switch 2nd time |
| 32000 mi | Replaced ignition switch for the 3rd and final time. |
| 65100 mi A $16000 |
Replaced fuel pump - under Alliance warranty no charge to me. |
| 66960 mi | Replace rear oil seal - Allianz warranty. |
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2dr Hardtop conv.
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 119000 mi US $1200 |
Slight oil leak at fitting to cooler |
| 110300 mi US $500 |
CEL - Secondary air pump failure. Replaced relay, left & right valves. |
| 112000 mi US $300 |
P4010 - secondary air pump problem No parts replaced mechanic used software to "reset" |
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2dr Hardtop conv.
| 65200 mi £960 |
Intermittent ignition barrel. Various symptoms - intermittent failures in dashboard display, windows, wipers, etc. All due to one item. Part 400 labour and diagnosis 400 Plus VAT |
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