Climate Control in SLK55
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Climate Control in SLK55
Hi Guys,
Most of the SLK55's available at the dealer do not have Digital Climate control
I need some opinions from current SLK owners in the US ( since it is not a standard option here) who do not have the DIGITAL climate control
Do you always have to fiddle with the air volume control to get you to a comfortable tempertaure?
Or for winter do you guys set the rotary temp , say to 72 and not fiddle much with air volume control since the climate control will take care of the rest?
Most of the SLK55's available at the dealer do not have Digital Climate control
I need some opinions from current SLK owners in the US ( since it is not a standard option here) who do not have the DIGITAL climate control
Do you always have to fiddle with the air volume control to get you to a comfortable tempertaure?
Or for winter do you guys set the rotary temp , say to 72 and not fiddle much with air volume control since the climate control will take care of the rest?
Last edited by smjc_99; Jan 13, 2007 at 10:35 PM.
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I guess digi climate control works that way Shingami, But most of the cars on ground in USA do not have that Option unless it is ordered from factory. I was wondering how owners of non Digi climate control find the operation of Rotary temperature dial to be?
Since we do not have an Auto button does setting the temp to 70 or 72 takes care of the rest or do u we have to manually keep adjusting the air volume control for optimal comfort?
Since we do not have an Auto button does setting the temp to 70 or 72 takes care of the rest or do u we have to manually keep adjusting the air volume control for optimal comfort?
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SLK 55 AMG
In the Swiss options catalogue, it states that by default, cars come with the Thermatic airconditioning system: "recuperation of residual engine heat, pollen/dust filter, air circulation contact with comfort mode and possibility to change this either for the driver, or passenger side of the cabin".
The Thermotronic system (which I have, i.e. with the digital display) in the Swiss catalogue says the following:
"In addition to what is offered on the Thermatic system, the Thermotronic system has an LCD screen, automatic regulation and distribution of air, sensors for sun light/heat and air quality control".
Basically, the digital one has the extra functions to regulate the quality and warmth of the air circulating in the cabin, whilst the standard one doesn't (if I understood this correctly).
The Thermotronic system (which I have, i.e. with the digital display) in the Swiss catalogue says the following:
"In addition to what is offered on the Thermatic system, the Thermotronic system has an LCD screen, automatic regulation and distribution of air, sensors for sun light/heat and air quality control".
Basically, the digital one has the extra functions to regulate the quality and warmth of the air circulating in the cabin, whilst the standard one doesn't (if I understood this correctly).
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2023 GLE63S - Edition 55
Before purchasing my car, I did check that out with several dealers. I finally got a consensus that both systems are automatic climate control systems... You simply dial in or press in your desired temperature and the system automatically maintains it. There are a few minor differences including the cosmetic appearance, but they are basically the same. I have also read on the forums that quite a few people feel it's not a worthwhile option; money is better spent elsewhere.
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When I purchased my vehicle, the Digital Climate Control was part of a package costing $1700. It also included the garage door opener and rain-sensing wipers. Features that I don't care to have. Anyways, I passed on the option.
That said, I DID upgrade to the DCC afterwards. I purchased the module from MBENZL (do a search) for about $300-350. It was a 30 minute installation. It works fine and I prefer the look over the manual unit. Granted, they both work the same in regards to temp selection. However, the DCC automatically regulates fan speed and it looks better. For $300, DCC makes sense. For $1700, it wasn't worth it IMO.
Lastly, with the upgrade, I believe I missed out on 1 or 2 sensors. I do know there is a seperate vent control on the dashboard with vehicles including DCC. I do not have that either.
If I were to do it again, I wouldn't change anything. Just get the DCC afterwards and save $1300 for other mods.
That said, I DID upgrade to the DCC afterwards. I purchased the module from MBENZL (do a search) for about $300-350. It was a 30 minute installation. It works fine and I prefer the look over the manual unit. Granted, they both work the same in regards to temp selection. However, the DCC automatically regulates fan speed and it looks better. For $300, DCC makes sense. For $1700, it wasn't worth it IMO.
Lastly, with the upgrade, I believe I missed out on 1 or 2 sensors. I do know there is a seperate vent control on the dashboard with vehicles including DCC. I do not have that either.
If I were to do it again, I wouldn't change anything. Just get the DCC afterwards and save $1300 for other mods.
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Thanks for the replies:
DSB
When you had the Non Digital climate control does the system control the blower speed to get to the desired temperature that is set thru TEMP Rotay Dials ?
Chris,
What has been your experience?, the manual says that the climate control will maintain the desired temperature but I guess it will by either pumping more hor air or by pumping more volume
DSB
When you had the Non Digital climate control does the system control the blower speed to get to the desired temperature that is set thru TEMP Rotay Dials ?
Chris,
What has been your experience?, the manual says that the climate control will maintain the desired temperature but I guess it will by either pumping more hor air or by pumping more volume
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From what I remember with the Manual unit, The temp control was automatic but the fan had to be continually adjusted. That was a bit annoying to me. Now, I just select the temp and leave it in Auto.
Also, The DCC has a button to quickly clear fog from the front windshield. I believe the manual unit does not have that function.
Also, The DCC has a button to quickly clear fog from the front windshield. I believe the manual unit does not have that function.
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Thanks for the replies:
DSB
When you had the Non Digital climate control does the system control the blower speed to get to the desired temperature that is set thru TEMP Rotay Dials ?
Chris,
What has been your experience?, the manual says that the climate control will maintain the desired temperature but I guess it will by either pumping more hor air or by pumping more volume
DSB
When you had the Non Digital climate control does the system control the blower speed to get to the desired temperature that is set thru TEMP Rotay Dials ?
Chris,
What has been your experience?, the manual says that the climate control will maintain the desired temperature but I guess it will by either pumping more hor air or by pumping more volume
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2008 CLK 63 Black Series, 2013 G63, 2014 RS5 Coupe, 2013 JKUR 10A
I have the non-digital temperature control and it does require constant fiddling with the blower speed. However I often find the seat and neck warmers sufficient and can avoid the temperature controls all together.
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SLK55, Aprilia RST
I originally declined the auto climate option because I thought the manual dials looked better, & felt it was over priced. However, in the end I changed my mind because I wanted the auto wipers & garage door opener. I leave the auto set on one temp for myself and a slightly higher temp for my passenger. The only time I fiddle with it is when I have the top down & the outside temp is near my setting (72F), making it blow more cold air than I want. In that case I turn it off. For cold days I just love the airscarf.
