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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 3.0L 2dr Roadster

2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
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Rear Wheel Drive, 2 Door Roadster, 2 Seater
17 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy
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December 28, 2010, 11:02 am

Tyler D
 

Question: Mercedes SLK230 1999

Feels Like>> Vehicle is sluggish>> When I need passing power and press the accelerator to the floor>> Yes>>
The car is a manual transmission. It is changing gears kinda funny, and has way less power than usual. It almost feels like the clutch isn't engaging all the way.


December 28, 2010, 6:51 pm

Ron W
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You'll have to have a shop look at it and preferably go for a drive with you.. This type of problem is almost impossible to diagnose long distance.


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