Mercedes-Benz SLK250 Service & Repair Manual 2012–2015

Service and repair manuals for 4 model years of the Mercedes-Benz SLK250, 2012 to 2015. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 0 recalls, 14 owner complaints and 170 technical service bulletins are logged for the SLK250. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your SLK250 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2015 $40.99 1.8L I4 Base Convertible 2-Door select
2014 $40.99 1.8L I4 Base Convertible 2-Door select
2013 $40.99 1.8L I4 Base Convertible 2-Door select
2012 $40.99 1.8L I4 Base Convertible 2-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2015 SLK250 manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 421
  • Engine Performance 1,418
  • Accessories & Equipment 2,372
  • General Information 1,811
  • Body & Frame 1,342
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 249
  • Brakes 383
  • Maintenance 91
  • Collision 370
  • Restraints 546
  • Drivelines & Axles 989
  • Steering 620
  • Electrical 2,914
  • Suspension 872
  • Engine Mechanical 2,255
  • Transmission 457
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 172

04 / Other yearsOther SLK250 years

2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK250 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2015 SLK250. 4 complaints · 55 TSBs.

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK250 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2014 SLK250. 2 complaints · 59 TSBs.

2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK250 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2013 SLK250. 8 complaints · 56 TSBs.

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK250 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2012 SLK250.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore SLK250 manual$40.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the SLK250 manual

Which SLK250 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2012 to 2015 — 4 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Mercedes-Benz SLK250 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the SLK250, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include SLK250 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every SLK250 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Why do some SLK250 years cost more?

Every SLK250 year is $40.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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