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3VIN, visible (lower edge of windshield)
4Engine number
5Body number and paintwork number
6Emission control label
7Information label, California version
Vacuum line routing for emission control systemLayout of poly-V-belt drive
1Automatic belt tensioner
2Crankshaft
3Air conditioner compressor
4Coolant pump
5Generator (alternator)
6Idler pulley
7Power steering pump
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5
7
3
4
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Model CLK 430 (208.370)
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Engine113
Mode of operation 4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection
No. of cylinders 8
Bore 3.54 in (89.90 mm)
Stroke 3.30 in (84.00 mm)
Total piston displacement 260.3 cu.in. (4265 cm
3)
Compression ratio 10:1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349 275 hp/5750 rpm
(205 kW/5750 rpm)
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 295 ft.lb/3200 rpm
(400 Nm/3200 rpm)
Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm
Firing order 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt 2390 mm
1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
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Rims – Tires
1 Also permissible 225/45 ZR 17.
2 Also permissible 245/40 ZR 17.
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3 Must not be used with snow chains.Rims front axle
(AMG light alloy)
Wheel offset7
1/2 J x 17 H 2
1.46 in (37 mm)
Rims rear axle
(AMG light alloy)
Wheel offset8
1/2 J x 17 H 2
1.18 in (30 mm)
Radial-ply tires
Summer tires, front axle:
Summer tires, rear axle:225/45 R 17 91 W
1
245/40 R 17 91 W
2, 3
Spare wheel
Rim (light alloy)
Wheel offset7
1/2 J x 17 H 2
1.46 in (37 mm)
Summer tire:
Radial-ply tires 225/45 R 17 91 W
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Rims – Winter tires
Electrical system Rim (light alloy)
Wheel offset7 J x 16 H 2
1.46 in (37 mm)
Winter tires:
Radial-ply tires 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S
Generator (alternator) 14 V/150 A
Starter motor 12V/1.7 kW
Battery 12V/100 Ah
Spark plugs
Electrode gap
Tightening torqueBosch F 8 DPER
Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)
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Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Overall vehicle length 180.2 in (4577 mm)
Overall vehicle width 67.8 in (1722 mm)
Overall height 54.0 in (1371 mm)
Wheel base 105.9 in (2690 mm)
Track, front 59.3 in (1505 mm)
Track, rear 58.0 in (1474 mm)
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TTachometer ..................................................................83Technical data ........................................................... 281
Electrical system .................................................... 282Main dimensions ................................................... 283Rims and tires........................................................ 282Weights ................................................................. 283
Tele Aid...................................................................... 166
Initiating an emergency call .................................. 167
Telephone ....................................................................92
General notes ........................................................ 156Incoming call ...........................................................96Redialing .................................................................94Telephone book........................................................92
Telephones and two-way radios .................................. 162Telescoping steering column
Adjusting .................................................................73Indicator lamp.........................................................212
Telescoping steering column -
malfunction and warning messages ....................... 221
The first 1 000 miles .................................................. 163Tire inflation pressure ............................................... 247Tires
Driving instructions .............................................. 187
Tow-away alarm............................................................ 43Towing the vehicle...................................................... 253Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ............................................... 255
Trip computer .............................................................. 98Trip odometer............................................................... 83Trunk........................................................................... 38
Opening......................................................................30Release switch ......................................................... 40
Trunk lamp ............................................................... 270VVehicle jack................................................................ 230Vehicle tools ................................................................229
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