2005 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 161
2005 Mercedes SLK-Class Manual
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Controls in detail Automatic transmission* ! Allow engine to warm up under low load use. Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached. Shift into reverse gear R or parking position P only when the vehicle is stopped. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 1 Button, inside: downshift 2 Button, outside: upshift Steering wheel gearshift control* SLK 350 The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to the left and right of the steering wheel. i You cannot shift with the steering wheel gearshift buttons when the gear selector lever is in position P, N or R. The last selected program mode (C or S) is switched on when the engine is restarted. 161