2000 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK CABRIOLET trunk

Emergency operation of soft top
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16. Using screwdriver (supplied in vehicle tool kit), turn
screw clockwise to the stop.
17. Close trunk lid.
Important!
Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is
locked again when closing the lid.18. Press lock button (9) and fold down locking
handle (10).
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Manual release for fuel filler flap
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Antenna
The non-retractable antenna should be removed before
entering an automatic car wash, to avoid damage to the
antenna mast or vehicle paint finish.
Do not use tools (e.g. pliers) for the antenna mast
removal.
To remove:
Unscrew antenna counterclockwise (1).
To i n stall :
Carefully position antenna mast on threaded socket and
turn clockwise (2) until hand tight.Manual release for fuel filler flap
The manual release knob is located behind the right
side trunk panel.
In case the central locking system does not release the
fuel filler flap, pull the manual release knob while
simultaneously opening the fuel filler flap.
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Trunk lamp
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If the trunk is to remain open for a long period of time,
the trunk lamp can be switched off by pulling out the
plunger in the switch (arrow). This prevents the vehicle
battery from being discharged.
When the trunk lid is closed, the switch will reset and
turn on the lamp next time the lid is opened.Replacing wiper blade insert
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the
motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward.
Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield
glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be
scratched or broken.
Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed.
An improperly installed wiper blade may cause
windshield damage.
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Technical data
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We i g h t s (see certification tag) Model CLK 320 CLK 430
Generator (alternator) 14 V/115 A 14 V/150 A
Starter motor 12V/1.7 kW 12V/1.7 kW
Battery 12V/100 Ah 12V/100 Ah
Spark plugs
Electrode gap
Tightening torqueBosch F 8 DPER
Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
NGK PFR 5 R-11
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)Bosch F 8 DPER
Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
NGK PFR 5 R-11
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)
Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
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Soft top ..................................................................158
Emer gen cy op er ation ......................................... 280 L ower in g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Raising ............................................................. 162
Spar e par ts ser vic e ................................................. 300 Spare wheel ................................................... 240, 252 S RS in d i ca t or l am p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 S t a r t i n g an d t u r n in g o f f t h e e n g i n e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. - malfunction and
wa r n i n g m e s s a g e s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
S t ee r i n g l oc k . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Storage compartment
Trunk floor ....................................................... 240
Storage compartments
C e n t er con sol e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Gl ove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Stowing th in gs in th e veh icle ................................. 238 S u n vi sor s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) .......................64 Syn ch ron izin g r emote c on tr ol ................................ 279
Tachometer ............................................................. 85 Technical data ........................................................303
Electrical system ................................................305 Main dimensions ...............................................306 Rims and tires ...................................................304 Weights ..............................................................305
T e l e Ai d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Initiating an emergency call ...............................175
Telephone ................................................................ 94
General notes ....................................................153 Incoming call....................................................... 98 Redialing ............................................................. 96 Telephone book ................................................... 94
Telephones and two-way radios ...............................170 Telescoping steering column
Adjusting............................................................. 74 In dicator lamp ...................................................220
Telescoping steering column -
m a l fu n ct i on a n d wa r n i n g m e s s a g e s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
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The first 1 000 miles 171Tire inflation pressure ........................................... 259Tires
Driving instructions ........................................... 195
Tow-away alarm .......................................................44Towing the vehicle ................................................. 265Trans mission selector lever,
manually unlocking .......................................... 268
Trip computer ....................................................... 100Trip odometer ..........................................................85Trunk ....................................................................... 39
Opening 31Release switch 41
Trunk lamp ............................................................ 288
W Warranty coverage ..................................................300WASHER FLUID (headlamp cleaning system) -
malfunction and warning messages ................... 235
What you should know at the gas station 211Wheels....................................................................250Where to find it ....................................................... 13Wind screen ...........................................................165Windshield washer /headlamp cleaning system
Refilling .............................................................249
Wiper blade
Replacing insert .................................................288
Vehicle jack ........................................................... 241Vehicle tools ................................................................... 240
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