Roof noises

Corkscrew · 01-09-2007

I have a 2005 SLK200. In Bangkok we suffer lots of rough spots on our roads. Over the past year my car has developed some noises that come from the roof when driving on less than smooth surfaces. When the top is down the noises disappear.

Is there any cream or ointment that can be applied to roof joints that will soften the creaks? Perhaps some spray that doesn't take much effort...maybe something with silicone. Oh, and it needs to be available here in Thailand.

The attached photo of a recent soi food booze-up has no relevance to my inquiry.

**jbanks15** · 01-09-2007

mb uses rubbercare on the seals of the roof. i have used the numerous rubber treatment products myself when too lazy to go to mb. just rub any rubber areas around the roof and trunk meeting places.

TerisGR · 01-09-2007

the part you are looking for is
A0019895051
its a special grease oil for the roof seals

ierax · 01-09-2007

And very expensive

*easty* · 01-09-2007

Carbaflo KSP105 is the stuff to get. MB wouldn't find it for me, but BMW dealers can get it. Replaces the german rubber care products they used to use.

BMW Part num

83 23 0 309 627 Lubricant (Carbaflo)

83 19 9 407 906 Remover (Silicone Remover)

Lotus Part Num: A117B6103S

Linking to this thread of the same topic

http://www.slkworld.com/slk-r171-gen...light=Carbaflo

**etyu** · 01-09-2007

I presume you need to remove the old silicone based lubricant first (with the silicone remover) and then apply the Carbaflo?

Vin · 01-09-2007

my car used to make noises from the roof when it was up so i took it to the dealer and they did all the work for me under warranty.

i think there is tsb on it

its called something like 'noise from roof when driving on rough roads'

**jbanks15** · 01-09-2007

this is only tsb i found. it does mention 'noise from roof when driving on rough roads'

TSB Number: P-77-33-45
Title: Body - Vario Roof Cracking Noises During Operation
http://www.alldata.com/tsb/Mercedes-...-45/index.html

*easty* · 01-09-2007

They will do it, I've had them do it twice. But when they do it, it cannot be done right as mine started to get bad pretty quickly after. maybe it's the heat here? So i'd rather have the stuff and spend 30mins doign rather than the huge hassle visiting the dealers always seems to be.

Vin · 01-13-2007

http://www.alldata.com/tsb/Mercedes-...0-51A/511.html

try that one, its called wind noise/leaking roof while driving

All R171 models - Body: Convertible Top Seals Noisy When Driving
http://www.alldata.com/tsb/Mercedes-...0_P-77-30-30B/

techstar · 05-18-2008

After owning my first SLK for a month now the only thing I was disappointed with was the creaks from the roof at low speed on uneven roads, really annoying for a car of this calibre.
I searched online and tried all the fixes and adjustments suggested but still the roof creaked when it was up so decided to order a Carbaflow noise prevention kit online. The kit arrived 2 days ago and after spending about an hour lubricating all the seals and stops the car is now totally silent, no noise or creaks anywhere and I am now very happy J

Nige

mtiede · 05-18-2008

Corkscrew,

Good to see you back

DansSlk · 05-18-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by mtiede

Corkscrew,

Good to see you back

???

He's banned mate, this is an old thread thats been brought back to life

mtiede · 05-18-2008

Ha! Missed the date

I also miss Corkscrew'ss unpredictable photos of food or whatever and his obvious enjoyment of his car.

I'm gonna have to watch closer with all the new people reading all the old threads...

MarkR171 · 05-19-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by techstar

After owning my first SLK for a month now the only thing I was disappointed with was the creaks from the roof at low speed on uneven roads, really annoying for a car of this calibre.
I searched online and tried all the fixes and adjustments suggested but still the roof creaked when it was up so decided to order a Carbaflow noise prevention kit online. The kit arrived 2 days ago and after spending about an hour lubricating all the seals and stops the car is now totally silent, no noise or creaks anywhere and I am now very happy J

Nige

Where did you find it online?

MarkR171 · 05-19-2008

Found it

http://www.carbaflo-direct.com/findoutmore.html

**etyu** · 05-19-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkR171

Found it

http://www.carbaflo-direct.com/findoutmore.html

Or check post #12 of this link on an MB product for the roof seals: http://www.slkworld.com/slk-r171-gen...ornes-top.html

MarkR171 · 05-19-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by etyu

Or check post #12 of this link on an MB product for the roof seals: http://www.slkworld.com/slk-r171-gen...ornes-top.html

Thanks Eddy! Went to the dealer and picked this up. It was 64$ from the one dealer here in Hawaii! Even the parts guy was surprised it was so costly for such a small amount of lubricant. Anyway, I bit the bullet and applied it. No more squeaking and creaking!

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jbanks15 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Valrico, Florida Vehicle: 2009 SLK 55 AMG Posts: 684 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 40 Times in 29 Posts	mb uses rubbercare on the seals of the roof. i have used the numerous rubber treatment products myself when too lazy to go to mb. just rub any rubber areas around the roof and trunk meeting places. __________________ Jeff 2009 SLK 55 AMG Black/Black Premium 1, Multimedia, Lighting packages Clearshield Protective Film OEM MB Plexiglass Windscreen Eurolight Clear Side Markers Smarttop version 3.22 Kleyman 3rd Brake Light Flashing/Strobing Module V1.5 (Noregrets Custom Works)

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easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	Carbaflo KSP105 is the stuff to get. MB wouldn't find it for me, but BMW dealers can get it. Replaces the german rubber care products they used to use. BMW Part num 83 23 0 309 627 Lubricant (Carbaflo) 83 19 9 407 906 Remover (Silicone Remover) Lotus Part Num: A117B6103S Linking to this thread of the same topic http://www.slkworld.com/slk-r171-gen...light=Carbaflo __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian 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.

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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: 5,280 Country: Thanks: 377 Thanked 277 Times in 168 Posts	I presume you need to remove the old silicone based lubricant first (with the silicone remover) and then apply the Carbaflo? __________________ *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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jbanks15 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Valrico, Florida Vehicle: 2009 SLK 55 AMG Posts: 684 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 40 Times in 29 Posts	this is only tsb i found. it does mention 'noise from roof when driving on rough roads' TSB Number: P-77-33-45 Title: Body - Vario Roof Cracking Noises During Operation http://www.alldata.com/tsb/Mercedes-...-45/index.html __________________ Jeff 2009 SLK 55 AMG Black/Black Premium 1, Multimedia, Lighting packages Clearshield Protective Film OEM MB Plexiglass Windscreen Eurolight Clear Side Markers Smarttop version 3.22 Kleyman 3rd Brake Light Flashing/Strobing Module V1.5 (Noregrets Custom Works)

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easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	They will do it, I've had them do it twice. But when they do it, it cannot be done right as mine started to get bad pretty quickly after. maybe it's the heat here? So i'd rather have the stuff and spend 30mins doign rather than the huge hassle visiting the dealers always seems to be. __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian 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.

01-09-2007	#3 (permalink)
TerisGR SLK World Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 11 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	the part you are looking for is A0019895051 its a special grease oil for the roof seals

01-09-2007	#4 (permalink)
ierax Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Vehicle: Obsidian black SLK Posts: 293 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	And very expensive

01-09-2007	#7 (permalink)
Vin Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: London/GX Vehicle: Audi S5 Posts: 186 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	my car used to make noises from the roof when it was up so i took it to the dealer and they did all the work for me under warranty. i think there is tsb on it its called something like 'noise from roof when driving on rough roads'

01-13-2007	#10 (permalink)
Vin Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: London/GX Vehicle: Audi S5 Posts: 186 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	http://www.alldata.com/tsb/Mercedes-...0-51A/511.html try that one, its called wind noise/leaking roof while driving All R171 models - Body: Convertible Top Seals Noisy When Driving http://www.alldata.com/tsb/Mercedes-...0_P-77-30-30B/

05-18-2008	#11 (permalink)
techstar SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Exeter Vehicle: SLK 280 Posts: 2 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Roof Creaks After owning my first SLK for a month now the only thing I was disappointed with was the creaks from the roof at low speed on uneven roads, really annoying for a car of this calibre. I searched online and tried all the fixes and adjustments suggested but still the roof creaked when it was up so decided to order a Carbaflow noise prevention kit online. The kit arrived 2 days ago and after spending about an hour lubricating all the seals and stops the car is now totally silent, no noise or creaks anywhere and I am now very happy J Nige

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,645 Thanks: 101 Thanked 55 Times in 45 Posts	Corkscrew, Good to see you back

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,645 Thanks: 101 Thanked 55 Times in 45 Posts	Ha! Missed the date I also miss Corkscrew'ss unpredictable photos of food or whatever and his obvious enjoyment of his car. I'm gonna have to watch closer with all the new people reading all the old threads...

05-19-2008	#16 (permalink)
MarkR171 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Vehicle: '07 SLK280 Posts: 210 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Found it http://www.carbaflo-direct.com/findoutmore.html

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