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Reset the Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 for an Oil Change

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Reset service light indicator, engine oil life Mercedes-Benz SLK 230, oil reset instructions:

The Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 features an engine oil-life tracking system as part of the car’s computer. The computer monitors driving habits and engine conditions to determine when the oil needs to be changed. The control panel displays a reminder when the car needs an oil change. In order for the computer system to work correctly to predict the next oil change, reset the light following an oil service.

1. Insert the key in the ignition. Turn the key to position “2.”

2. Press the adjust button twice within one second. The adjust button is located below the speedometer.

3. Turn the ignition off.

4. Press and hold the adjust button. Turn the ignition to position “2.”

5.Release the adjust button after a signal sounds and the service indicator resets visibly.

Service oil reset Mercedes Benz SLK – Class

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Reset service light indicator, engine oil life Mercedes-Benz SLK – Class, year: 1998-1999, oil reset instructions:

Manual Reset:
Turn key in steering lock to position 2.
Within 4 seconds press button (1) left of speedometer twice.
The present status for days or distance displays, within 10 seconds turn key in steering lock to position O.
Press and hold button (1), while turning key in steering lock to position 2 again. The present status for days or distance displays once more.
Continue to hold button (1) for approximately 10 seconds until a signal sounds and the display shows 10 000 mils or 15 000km. Release button (1).

2000-2001

Manual Reset:
Switch ignition on and immediately press knob to left of speedometer twice within 4 seconds.
Present status for days or distance is now displayed. Within 10 seconds, turn key in steering wheel lock to position 0.
Press and hold button to the left of speedometer, while turning key in steering lock to position 2 again. The present status for days or distance is displayed again. Continue to hold button until you hear a signal (approximately 10 seconds).
Release button.
Service interval displays the reset interval.

2002-2004
Switch ignition on and immediately press knob to left of speedometer twice within 1 second.
Present status for days or distance is now displayed. Within 10 seconds, turn key in steering wheel lock to position 0.
Press and hold button to the left of speedometer, while turning key in steering lock to position 2 again. The present status for days or distance is displayed again. Continue to hold button until you hear a signal (approximately 10 seconds).
Release button.
Service interval displays the reset interval.