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R170 Roadster
Mercedes-Benz SLK · Roadster · 1996–2004
The first folding-hardtop SLK, Kompressor fours and a V6.
Production run
1996–2004
Engines covered
2
Avg. part price
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19902026
Interactive systems map
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Systems map
Where it goes wrong
Each numbered hotspot counts the documented failure points in that area. Select one to see the specifics for this chassis and engine.
Failure points by system
Engine1
Intake2
Transmission1
Documented issues per engine
4M111
4M112
Known weak points
What breaks on the R170
Guides & playbooks
R170 playbooks
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