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What problems could the retractable roof of the Mercedes SLK have?
Years 2004-2011

Answer

The Mercedes SLK could have problems with the hydraulic system; in this case, there may be leaks of fluid that come down from the windshield pillar. It doesn't necessarily have to be a piston; it could simply be a tube at the hinges.
Posted on: 11 June 2023 by ScegliAuto

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