Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Replace the Battery on a Mercedes SLK 350

Model: Mercedes Slk MK 3, R172 - Years 2011-2016
Part: Battery

To replace the battery on this model from the German manufacturer, follow the instructions and procedure for a safe replacement. First, open the bonnet; the battery is located on the left side, and you need to remove the upper cover to access it. Next, disconnect the negative terminal first, followed by the positive terminal. Then, undo the fixing nuts of the upper cross member, remove the battery, and replace it with the new one. Finally, refit the metal plate and reconnect the positive terminal, followed by the negative terminal.

Updated on 1 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

How to replace the fog light bulb of the Mercedes SLK 350
How to replace the fog light bulb of the Mercedes SLK 350
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171) In the following guide, we will describe the steps you need to follow in order to safely replace the fog light bulb of your Mercedes SLK 350. First o…
Where is the auxiliary battery located in the Mercedes SLK 350 MK3?
Where is the auxiliary battery located in the Mercedes SLK 350 MK3?
Mercedes Slk (2011-2016 / MK 3, R172) In this video, we can see the position of the auxiliary battery of the Mercedes SLK 350: the auxiliary battery, located in the rear of the cockpit, b…
How to Remove the Power Steering Pump from a Mercedes SLK 350 Petrol
How to Remove the Power Steering Pump from a Mercedes SLK 350 Petrol
Mercedes Slk (2004-2011 / MK 2, R171) In today's video, you will see the main instructions to dismantle and replace the power steering pump of a Mercedes SLK 350 petrol. First, open the b…

How to Connect the Cables to the Battery of the Citroen Xsara Picasso?

In this tutorial, you will see how to connect the cables to the battery of the Citroen Xsara Picasso, useful if you need to recharge it or perform an emergency start. First, ensure the key is not inserted, then open the bonnet and move to the front of the left headlamp. Next, locate the bolt just behind the filter box and connect the positive terminal clamp to it. Now you can connect the negative terminal to any point on the chassis, such as the indicated point. Once the operation is complete, ensure you disconnect the negative first and then the positive.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos