Description
Factory Mercedes SLC Class Workshop Manual (2015-2020)
This is the same dealer-level workshop software used by Mercedes-Benz service centers worldwide, now available for direct download. Covers the full R172-chassis SLC lineup sold in the US market from 2015 through 2020.
Powertrain & Drive Coverage
| Component | Variants Covered |
|---|---|
| Petrol | M274 1.6L turbo 4-cyl (SLC 180), M274 2.0L turbo 4-cyl (SLC 200, SLC 300), M276 3.0L V6 twin-turbo (AMG SLC 43) |
| Diesel | N/A |
| Transmissions | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic, 6-speed manual |
| Drive | RWD |
| Model Years | 2015-2020 |
| Badge Twins | Mercedes SLK Class (R172 pre-facelift, rebranded SLC for 2016 MY) |
Common SLC Class Repairs Covered
| System | Procedures |
|---|---|
| Retractable Hardtop (AIRSCARF/Folding Roof) | Hydraulic actuator diagnosis, pump replacement, limit-switch calibration, and latch alignment for the R172 folding hardtop mechanism |
| M274 Timing Chain | Timing chain tensioner inspection and replacement, cam phaser service, and timing procedure for the M274 turbocharged 4-cylinder |
| 9G-TRONIC Transmission | Fluid and filter service, mechatronic unit removal, adaptation reset procedure, and shift-quality fault diagnosis |
| ESP / ABS Module | Wheel-speed sensor replacement, hydraulic control unit bleeding, and stability-control fault code diagnosis |
Format & Delivery
Dealer workshop software (NOT a PDF). Runs natively on Windows 7/8/10/11; compatible with Mac via Boot Camp or Parallels and Linux via Wine or VirtualBox. Instant download; lifetime re-downloads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this cover the AMG SLC 43 as well as the base SLC models?
Yes. The software includes full coverage for all R172 variants sold in the US: SLC 180, SLC 200, SLC 300, and the Mercedes-AMG SLC 43 with its M276 3.0L twin-turbo V6. Model-specific torque specs, engine management calibrations, and AMG-specific suspension settings are all documented.
Is the SLC the same platform as the older SLK Class?
Yes. The SLC Class is a mid-cycle refresh and rebadge of the R172-generation SLK. Mercedes renamed the SLK to SLC beginning with the 2016 model year. The R172 chassis underpins both nameplates, so coverage in this manual extends to the earlier SLK 250, SLK 300, and SLK 55 AMG variants sharing that platform.
Are retractable hardtop and AIRSCARF procedures included?
Yes. The software contains dedicated sections for the R172 folding hardtop hydraulic system, including pump diagnosis, actuator replacement, latch alignment, and roof-module coding. AIRSCARF neck-heating system diagnostics and blower motor service are also covered.
What format is the manual?
This is professional dealer-level workshop software – not a PDF. After downloading, you install the program on a Windows PC (or Mac/Linux via emulation). The interface provides searchable repair procedures, clickable wiring diagrams with pin assignments, and fault-code lookup – the identical system used at Mercedes-Benz dealerships.
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