Where is the K40 relay on a Mercedes SLK?
The K40 relay is located in the control module box, under the hood. In left-hand-drive R170 SLKs, this box is near the exhaust manifold. A heat shield and a blower motor keep the electronics in the box cool.
How can I repair my Mercedes SLK 230 overload protection relay?
A brass clip (green arrow) keeps the K40 in place. Pressing it outward sets the K40 free. Pull the plugs off the K40 and remove it from the car. A skinny flathead screwdriver can be used to pry the relay board out of the case. Check the relay side of the board for obvious problems: charred or loose connections, etc.
Where is the K40 overload protection relay located?
Troubleshooting should obviously begin with any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), followed by checking for blown fuses. If those lead to dead-ends, the K40 is worth scrutinizing. The K40 relay is located in the control module box, under the hood. In left-hand-drive R170 SLKs, this box is near the exhaust manifold.
What should I do if my K40 malfunctions?
When the K40 malfunctions, these components don’t get their required voltage. Troubleshooting should obviously begin with any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), followed by checking for blown fuses.
The K40 relay is located in the control module box, under the hood. In left-hand-drive R170 SLKs, this box is near the exhaust manifold. A heat shield and a blower motor keep the electronics in the box cool.
What causes the K40 overload protection relay to malfunction?
The notorious K40 overload protection unit is a well-known cause of starting, idling, and engine stumbling problems. This unit provides voltage to the control modules and electrical components, including the fuel pump, electric air pump, and horn. When the K40 malfunctions, these components don’t get their required…
When the K40 malfunctions, these components don’t get their required voltage. Troubleshooting should obviously begin with any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), followed by checking for blown fuses.
Where is the fuse box on a Mercedes Benz SLK?
The fuse box is located on the side of the instrument panel, behind the cover (on the left in the LHD, on the right in the RHD)
Why is my Mercedes SLK 230 not working?
A non-functioning blower can be a root cause. With the ignition switched on, this fan is audible, and airflow should be felt with the control module’s cover removed. Visual inspection of the K40 might reveal a correctable flaw.