2008 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 129

Controls in detail Control system ! Excessive coolant temperature triggers a warning message in the multifunction display ( page 374). The engine should not be operated with a coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Displaying digital speedometer or outside temperature Press button j or k repeatedly until the digital speedometer appears in the multifunction display. The current vehicle speed or the outside temperature appears in the multifunction display. AMG menu i This function is only available in AMG vehicles. The main screen of the AMG menu shows you the gear currently engaged as well as the engine oil temperature. Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display. i During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248°F (120°C). When in the standard display menu, press button j or k repeatedly until the coolant temperature appears in the multifunction display. Example illustration for selected vehicle speed i You can select to either display the digital speedometer or the outside temperature indicator ( page 140). 1 Gear indicator 2 Engine oil temperature 128