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Marvin Kraft · 12-16-2007

I discovered this forum while searching for information about the 2001 SLK320 that I just purchased. I am a long time Mercedes-Benz person, since 1968 owning 2 190SLs, a W113 280SL, and 4 240Ds. These cars are different. For openers, how does the engine cover come off so I can have a look at the air filter(s)? Looking forward to some great exchanges of information.

Regards to all,
Marvin Kraft
Houston, Texas USA

**bclark** · 12-16-2007

Welcome from Chicago where top down
driving has definitely come to an end 'till
Spring

**Bernd js** · 12-16-2007

Hi Marvin,

welcome from Germany!

Mercedes experience since 1968, that's a wide range. That year was my first year in school.

Regards
Bernd

**etyu** · 12-16-2007

Welcome Marvin from California.

**FishtailnZ** · 12-16-2007

WTTC!

Marvin Kraft · 12-16-2007

Thanks for the rapid replies. With the earlier cars, I could look under the hood and everything was right there. Not always easy to get to, but the components were distinguishable, one from another. With the newer cars, I open the hood and see a bunch of black plastic, with a cover over the engine! I have to live with this thing for a while. I feel like I've been dragged kicking and screaming into the era of automotive electronics. But so far I'm pleased with it overall. It's a very nice car.

JimDaugherty · 12-16-2007

Welcome from just south of Cincinnati, Ohio. As you can see, all who have responded have the R171 model. There are lots of folks with the R170, so the question about the engine cover should come soon.

Earlier life: 1966 Datsun 1600 Sport, 1972 BMW 2002tii, 1973 Volvo 142e, 72 Datsun 240Z, 72 Mercedes 250, 73 BMW 2002, 73 Datsun 260Z, 73 Volvo 164e, 71 BMW 2800cs, 77 BMW 320i, 82 Mercedes 300D, 84 BMW 325e, 86 Acura Legend, 90 Miata, 00 Acura TL

A car is an expensive PITA; get one you like.

**alroumi** · 12-16-2007

A Warm 23 c degree's Welcome from Kuwait

I hope you enjoy your stay in SLKWorld,its not a forum but a home for both 98-2003 SLK R170 and 2004+ SLK R171 owners.

Congradulations on your new acquisition's and enjoy the car as much as possible with the top down

I had somewhat of Mercedes experience over the years too: 1994 Red Mercedes C180 (W202),1997 Topaz Gold Jaguar XK8 4.0l Coupe',1999 Emerald Green Mercedes ML320 and now the three cars in my signature.

**-1-** · 12-17-2007

Welcome. This is the BEST forum for R170 and R171 information.

GregoryGR · 12-17-2007

Welcome from Athens Marvin!!

Post some pics of your car!

Hopefully someone with a 170 will help you in your question pretty fast.

mtiede · 12-17-2007

Never tried to take that off my SLK 320. There probably is a discussion of taking off the plastic for the R171 as several people have broken the clips. Do a search and see what you turn up. You may also want to "ask Dan" as he is probably familiar with them.

**Cruzer 8** · 12-17-2007

Welcome from northern CA enjoy the ride, I never had the cover off the 171 or the 320 but Dan should be able to give you some directions.

**dltslk** · 12-17-2007

Greetings from Atlanta

Marvin Kraft · 12-18-2007

It is gratifying to receive greetings from all over the world. Apparently Dan is the fellow with the answers. I will try that. Thanks to all.

Regards,
Marvin Kraft
Houston TX

12-16-2007	#1 (permalink)
Marvin Kraft SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston TX Vehicle: 2001 SLK320 Sport 6 spd Posts: 4 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Just Joined I discovered this forum while searching for information about the 2001 SLK320 that I just purchased. I am a long time Mercedes-Benz person, since 1968 owning 2 190SLs, a W113 280SL, and 4 240Ds. These cars are different. For openers, how does the engine cover come off so I can have a look at the air filter(s)? Looking forward to some great exchanges of information. Regards to all, Marvin Kraft Houston, Texas USA

12-16-2007	#3 (permalink)
Bernd js Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bremen Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 AMG Package Other Toys: watches, C43 AMG Posts: 191 Country: Thanks: 10 Thanked 15 Times in 9 Posts	Hi Marvin, welcome from Germany! Mercedes experience since 1968, that's a wide range. That year was my first year in school. Regards Bernd __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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etyu Founding Member #2 / Ambassador Of Good Will Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orange County, CA Vehicle: 2008 SLK 55 Posts: 5,306 Country: Thanks: 381 Thanked 283 Times in 174 Posts	Welcome Marvin from California. __________________ *Eddy* To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Pewter/Beige, PIII package, Airscarf, Hands-Free Communication System, Lighting package Designo Black Leather Cover on e-brake handle, ( To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Bill T), SmartTop v1.0, Kleyman 3BFM (NoRegret Custom), Green Air Filters, *Mod. R170 ant.*, EuroClear sidemarkers w/PIAA PlasmaIon lamps, chromed front & rear turn indicator lamps, PIAA SuperPlasmaGTX front parking lamps, bilateral rear fog lamps enabled.

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12-16-2007	#6 (permalink)
Marvin Kraft SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston TX Vehicle: 2001 SLK320 Sport 6 spd Posts: 4 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks Thanks for the rapid replies. With the earlier cars, I could look under the hood and everything was right there. Not always easy to get to, but the components were distinguishable, one from another. With the newer cars, I open the hood and see a bunch of black plastic, with a cover over the engine! I have to live with this thing for a while. I feel like I've been dragged kicking and screaming into the era of automotive electronics. But so far I'm pleased with it overall. It's a very nice car.

12-16-2007	#2 (permalink)
bclark Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oak Park, Illinois, USA Vehicle: 2005 Black SLK Posts: 264 Country: Thanks: 5 Thanked 4 Times in 1 Post	Welcome from Chicago where top down driving has definitely come to an end 'till Spring

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JimDaugherty SLK World Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Northern Kentucky Vehicle: 2005 SLK, diamond silver, blue, 7sp, vavona, premium, heat, light, entertainment packs. Clear bra. Other Toys: 06 Acura TSX 6 sp navi; 03 Toyota RAV4 trucklet Posts: 21 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Welcome Welcome from just south of Cincinnati, Ohio. As you can see, all who have responded have the R171 model. There are lots of folks with the R170, so the question about the engine cover should come soon. Earlier life: 1966 Datsun 1600 Sport, 1972 BMW 2002tii, 1973 Volvo 142e, 72 Datsun 240Z, 72 Mercedes 250, 73 BMW 2002, 73 Datsun 260Z, 73 Volvo 164e, 71 BMW 2800cs, 77 BMW 320i, 82 Mercedes 300D, 84 BMW 325e, 86 Acura Legend, 90 Miata, 00 Acura TL A car is an expensive PITA; get one you like.

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alroumi Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait Vehicle: 2006 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 2007 Ebony Jaguar XKR Coupe' and 06 Black Cayenne S Posts: 6,288 Country: Thanks: 298 Thanked 233 Times in 147 Posts	A Warm 23 c degree's Welcome from Kuwait I hope you enjoy your stay in SLKWorld,its not a forum but a home for both 98-2003 SLK R170 and 2004+ SLK R171 owners. Congradulations on your new acquisition's and enjoy the car as much as possible with the top down I had somewhat of Mercedes experience over the years too: 1994 Red Mercedes C180 (W202),1997 Topaz Gold Jaguar XK8 4.0l Coupe',1999 Emerald Green Mercedes ML320 and now the three cars in my signature. __________________ 06 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG 06 Porsche Cayenne S 07 Jaguar XKR Coupe' I use the Torque and keep the HP for my Steak Sauce!

12-17-2007	#9 (permalink)
-1- Don Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia USA Vehicle: SLK 55 ///AMG The MON55TER on the block Posts: 2,231 Country: Thanks: 54 Thanked 57 Times in 41 Posts	Welcome. This is the BEST forum for R170 and R171 information. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. *----------------1-----------------* --------SLK 55 ///AMG--------- THE MON55TER ON THE BLOCK

12-17-2007	#10 (permalink)
GregoryGR Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Athens, Hellas Vehicle: 06 Kleemann Slk 200 Posts: 208 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Welcome from Athens Marvin!! Post some pics of your car! Hopefully someone with a 170 will help you in your question pretty fast.

12-17-2007	#11 (permalink)
mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,645 Thanks: 102 Thanked 55 Times in 45 Posts	Never tried to take that off my SLK 320. There probably is a discussion of taking off the plastic for the R171 as several people have broken the clips. Do a search and see what you turn up. You may also want to "ask Dan" as he is probably familiar with them.

12-17-2007	#12 (permalink)
Cruzer 8 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Vehicle: 07 SL 550 Mars Red Posts: 579 Country: Thanks: 32 Thanked 58 Times in 28 Posts	Welcome from northern CA enjoy the ride, I never had the cover off the 171 or the 320 but Dan should be able to give you some directions. __________________ GENE ---- See My Pic's To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.* SL 550 Mars Red

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dltslk Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: GA Vehicle: 2007 Mars Red/Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 1968 Pontiac GTO Posts: 677 Country: Thanks: 89 Thanked 67 Times in 52 Posts	Greetings from Atlanta

12-18-2007	#14 (permalink)
Marvin Kraft SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston TX Vehicle: 2001 SLK320 Sport 6 spd Posts: 4 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	It is gratifying to receive greetings from all over the world. Apparently Dan is the fellow with the answers. I will try that. Thanks to all. Regards, Marvin Kraft Houston TX

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