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Mercedes Slk (1997-2004 / R170, MK 1)
How to replace the window regulator mechanism on a Mercedes SLK
In this guide, we will see the main instructions on how to dismantle and replace the window regulator mechanism on a Mercedes SLK. First, open the front door …Read all…
Posted on 11 September 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2011-2016 / MK 3, R172)
Where is the OBD port located in the 2015 Mercedes SLK?
Have you ever wondered where the OBD port is located in your 2015 Mercedes SLK? If you are curious to find out, you can watch the short video provided here to …Read all…
Posted on 7 September 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2011-2016 / MK 3, R172)
How to Replace the Front Shock Absorber on the Mercedes SLK?
To replace the front shock absorber on the Mercedes SLK, loosen the bolts securing the wheel to its hub so it can be removed. After removing the wheel, loosen …Read all…
Posted on 2 September 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Perform a Basic Service on a Mercedes SLK?
In this video, see in detail what a basic service on the Mercedes SLK involves. For convenience, it is preferable to lift the car on a ramp, stands, or axle …Read all…
Posted on 19 July 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Reset the Service Light on a Mercedes SLK?
You can clear the Service light displayed on the instrument cluster of the Mercedes SLK by turning on the ignition and turning the appropriate key. Then, …Read all…
Posted on 13 July 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
What is the Fuse Diagram for the Mercedes SLK?
This video shows where the fuse boxes are located in the Mercedes SLK and their respective diagrams, useful if you need to check the fuses of a malfunctioning …Read all…
Posted on 9 July 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to replace the lock module on the Mercedes SLK
In this brief guide, we will outline the instructions to dismantle and replace the lock module on the Mercedes SLK. First, open the front door of the vehicle …Read all…
Posted on 4 July 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Set the Time on the Mercedes SLK
In this tutorial, we will see how to set the time on the Mercedes SLK, a very simple and quick operation to perform, for example, after disconnecting the …Read all…
Posted on 24 June 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Program the Key and Remote for the Mercedes SLK
Here are the main instructions for programming the key and remote for the Mercedes SLK. First, get inside the vehicle and connect your programming tool to the …Read all…
Posted on 18 June 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
Where to Find the Fuses on a Mercedes SLK
On the Mercedes SLK, you can find the fuses in three dedicated fuse boxes inside the car: the first is located on the left side of the dashboard, accessible …Read all…
Posted on 16 June 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (1997-2004 / R170, MK 1)
How to reset the service light on the Mercedes SLK 2004
If you want to manually reset the service light on your first-generation Mercedes SLK (2004), simply follow all the steps described in the following guide. …Read all…
Posted on 11 June 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Set the Clock in a Mercedes SLK?
The version of the Mercedes SLK shown in the video requires the following steps to set the time: turn on the instrument panel, repeatedly press the Menu button …Read all…
Posted on 10 June 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Reset the Service Light on the Mercedes SLK?
You can clear the Service light from the dashboard of the Mercedes SLK by turning on the dashboard after inserting the appropriate ignition key: then proceed …Read all…
Posted on 19 May 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (1997-2004 / R170, MK 1)
How to repair the K40 relay on a Mercedes.
The K40 relay fitted on the 2001 Mercedes SLK in the video is a multifunction module that manages several essential circuits. When it fails, it causes starting …Read all…
Posted on 8 May 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Adjust the Clock on a Mercedes SLK R171
One reason you may need to adjust the clock in your car is the transition from daylight saving time to standard time once a year. Additionally, if you …Read all…
Posted on 7 May 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2011-2016 / MK 3, R172)
Where is the Cabin Fuse Box of the Mercedes SLK?
The Mercedes SLK 200 has two fuse boxes inside. Today, we will see the location of the fuse box situated within the cabin. The box is located behind the …Read all…
Posted on 3 May 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (1997-2004 / R170, MK 1)
Fuse Box Diagram and Location for the Mercedes SLK
These simple steps will show you how to access the fuse boxes of the Mercedes SLK, including the diagram. First, open the driver’s side front door and remove …Read all…
Posted on 2 May 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Replace the Gear Knob on a Mercedes SLK
You can replace the gear knob on a Mercedes SLK by prying off the clips located at the base of the leather gaiter with an object. Once these are removed, you …Read all…
Posted on 29 April 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Check Oil Level on a Mercedes SLK 200 R171
To check the oil level on a Mercedes SLK R171, you do not need to open the bonnet and check the dipstick, as the traditional dipstick is absent. The oil level …Read all…
Posted on 18 April 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171)
How to Adjust the Headlights on a Mercedes SLK?
In this tutorial, you will see how to adjust the headlights on a Mercedes SLK, a very simple and quick operation. First, position the vehicle in front of a …Read all…
Posted on 12 April 2026 by ScegliAuto
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How to Open a Stuck Boot on the Peugeot 407?

On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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