2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK280

Introduction

The 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 is a luxurious and sporty roadster that offers a thrilling driving experience. It is powered by a 3.0L V6 engine that produces 228 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. The SLK280 is available with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automatic transmission. It features a retractable hardtop, which provides both open-air motoring and the convenience of a closed roof. The SLK280 has received positive reviews for its performance, handling, and design. However, it has also been noted for some reliability issues.

Engine

3.0L V6 Engine

• Intake manifold gasket failure: The intake manifold gasket may fail, causing coolant and oil to leak. Symptoms include a loss of coolant, a decrease in engine performance, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the intake manifold gasket. Estimated cost to fix: $500 - $1000
• Balance shaft failure: The balance shaft may fail, causing a rattling noise from the engine. Symptoms include a rattling noise coming from the engine, a loss of power, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the balance shaft. Estimated cost to fix: $2000 - $3000
• Camshaft adjuster failure: The camshaft adjuster may fail, causing a loss of engine power and an illuminated check engine light. Symptoms include a decrease in engine performance, a rough idle, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the camshaft adjuster. Estimated cost to fix: $1000 - $2000
• Timing chain failure: The timing chain may fail, causing the engine to stop running. Symptoms include a rattling noise from the engine, a loss of power, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the timing chain. Estimated cost to fix: $2000 - $3000
• Valve cover gasket leak: The valve cover gasket may leak, causing oil to leak onto the engine. Symptoms include a visible oil leak on the engine, a decrease in oil level, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the valve cover gasket. Estimated cost to fix: $500 - $1000
• Exhaust manifold crack: The exhaust manifold may crack, causing a loss of power and an illuminated check engine light. Symptoms include a rattling noise coming from the engine, a decrease in engine performance, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the exhaust manifold. Estimated cost to fix: $1000 - $2000

Transmission

6-Speed Manual Transmission

• Clutch failure: The clutch may fail, causing the transmission to slip or become difficult to shift. Symptoms include a slipping clutch, difficulty shifting gears, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the clutch. Estimated cost to fix: $1000 - $2000
• Synchronizer failure: The synchronizer may fail, causing difficulty shifting gears. Symptoms include difficulty shifting gears, a grinding noise when shifting gears, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the synchronizer. Estimated cost to fix: $1000 - $2000

5-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Transmission fluid leak: The transmission fluid may leak, causing a loss of transmission fluid and a decrease in transmission performance. Symptoms include a visible transmission fluid leak, a decrease in transmission fluid level, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the transmission fluid leak. Estimated cost to fix: $500 - $1000
• Solenoid failure: The solenoid may fail, causing the transmission to shift erratically or not shift at all. Symptoms include erratic shifting, a loss of power, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the solenoid. Estimated cost to fix: $1000 - $2000
• Torque converter failure: The torque converter may fail, causing the transmission to slip or become difficult to shift. Symptoms include a slipping transmission, difficulty shifting gears, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the torque converter. Estimated cost to fix: $2000 - $3000

Suspension

• Strut failure: The struts may fail, causing a decrease in ride quality and handling. Symptoms include a rough ride, a decrease in handling, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the struts. Estimated cost to fix: $1000 - $2000
• Control arm failure: The control arms may fail, causing a decrease in ride quality and handling. Symptoms include a rough ride, a decrease in handling, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the control arms. Estimated cost to fix: $1000 - $2000
• Ball joint failure: The ball joints may fail, causing a decrease in ride quality and handling. Symptoms include a rough ride, a decrease in handling, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the ball joints. Estimated cost to fix: $1000 - $2000

Electrical

• Battery failure: The battery may fail, causing the vehicle to not start. Symptoms include a dead battery, a decrease in battery life, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the battery. Estimated cost to fix: $200 - $400
• Alternator failure: The alternator may fail, causing the vehicle to not charge the battery. Symptoms include a dead battery, a decrease in battery life, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the alternator. Estimated cost to fix: $500 - $1000
• Starter failure: The starter may fail, causing the vehicle to not start. Symptoms include a dead battery, a decrease in battery life, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the starter. Estimated cost to fix: $500 - $1000

Exterior

• Headlight failure: The headlights may fail, causing a decrease in visibility. Symptoms include a dim headlight, a flickering headlight, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the headlight. Estimated cost to fix: $200 - $400
• Taillight failure: The taillights may fail, causing a decrease in visibility. Symptoms include a dim taillight, a flickering taillight, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the taillight. Estimated cost to fix: $200 - $400
• Turn signal failure: The turn signals may fail, causing a decrease in visibility. Symptoms include a dim turn signal, a flickering turn signal, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the turn signal. Estimated cost to fix: $200 - $400

Interior

• Heater failure: The heater may fail, causing a decrease in cabin temperature. Symptoms include a cold cabin, a decrease in cabin temperature, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the heater. Estimated cost to fix: $500 - $1000
• Air conditioning failure: The air conditioning may fail, causing a decrease in cabin temperature. Symptoms include a warm cabin, a decrease in cabin temperature, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the air conditioning. Estimated cost to fix: $500 - $1000
• Radio failure: The radio may fail, causing a loss of audio. Symptoms include a dead radio, a decrease in audio quality, and an illuminated check engine light. The solution is to replace the radio. Estimated cost to fix: $500 - $1000
• Navigation system failure: The navigation system may fail, causing a loss of navigation functionality. Symptoms include a dead navigation system, a decrease in navigation accuracy, and an illuminated