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1Certification label2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle
identification and engine numbers.
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X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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X2
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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
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Model CLK 430 (208.370)
1
CLK 55 AMG (208.374)
1
Engine113 113
Mode of operation 4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection
No. of cylinders 8 8
Bore 3.54 in (89.90 mm) 3.82 in (97.00 mm)
Stroke 3.30 in (84.00 mm) 3.60 in (92.00 mm)
Total piston displacement 260.3 cu.in. (4265 cm
3) 322.0 cu.in. (5439 cm
3)
C o m p r e s s i o n r a t i o 10 : 1 10 . 5 : 1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349 275 hp/5750 rpm
(205 kW/5750 rpm)342 hp/5500 rpm
(255 kW/5500 rpm)
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 295 ft.lb/3200 rpm
(400 Nm/3200 rpm)376 ft.lb/3000 rpm
(510 Nm/3000 rpm)
Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm 6000 rpm
Firing order 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt 2390 mm 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.4 Also permissible 225/45 R 17 91 W.
5 Also permissible 245/40 R 17 91 W.
3
Model CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG
Rims front axle
(AMG light alloy)
Wheel offset7
1/2 J x 17 H 2
1.46 in (37 mm)7
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)8
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
225/45 ZR 17
4
245/40 ZR 17
5, 3
Spare wheel
Rim (light alloy)
Wheel offset7
1/2 J x 17 H 2
1.46 in (37 mm)7
1/2 J x 17 H 2
1.46 in (37 mm)
Summer tire:
Radial-ply tires 225/45 R 17 91 W
1
225/45 R 17 91 W
1
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Electrical system Model CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG
Rim (light alloy)
Wheel offset7 J x 16 H 2
1.46 in (37 mm)7
1/2 J x 17 H 2
1.46 in (37 mm)
Winter tires:
Radial-ply tires 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 W M+S
Model CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG
Generator (alternator) 14 V/150 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
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)Bosch F 8 DPER
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)
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Main dimensions
We i g h t s (see certification tag) Model CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG
Overall vehicle length 179.8 in (4567 mm) 179.8 in (4567 mm)
Overall vehicle width 67.8 in (1722 mm) 67.8 in (1722 mm)
Overall height 54.6 in (1386 mm) 54.6 in (1386 mm)
Wheel base 105.9 in (2690 mm) 105.9 in (2690 mm)
Track, front 59.3 in (1505 mm) 59.3 in (1505 mm)
Track, rear 58.6 in (1488 mm) 58.6 in (1488 mm)
Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
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Storage compartments,
armrest and cup holder ............................................ 153
Stowing things in the vehicle ......................................248
Sun visors ....................................................................... 152
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ........................... 66
Synchronizing remote control .....................................285
TTachometer ....................................................................... 89
Technical data ................................................................ 301
Electrical system .......................................................303
Main dimensions ......................................................304
Rims and tires ...........................................................302
Weights .......................................................................304
Tele Aid ........................................................................... 180
Emergency calls ........................................................ 181
Information ................................................................ 185
Initiating an emergency call manually ................. 183
Roadside Assistance ................................................. 184
TELE AID - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................246
Telephone .......................................................................... 98
General notes ............................................................. 164
Incoming call ............................................................. 102Redialing ....................................................................100
Telephone book ........................................................... 98
Telephones and two-way radios ................................... 176
Telescoping steering column
Adjusting ......................................................................78
Indicator lamp .......................................................... 232
Telescoping steering column - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 242
The first 1 000 miles .....................................................177
Tire inflation pressure ................................................. 267
Tire traction ................................................................... 207
Tires ................................................................................. 311
Driving instructions ................................................ 206
Rims and tires .......................................................... 302
Rotating wheels ........................................................ 260
Tire inflation pressure ............................................ 267
Tire replacement ...................................................... 259
Winter driving instructions .................................... 209
Tow-away alarm ................................................................44
Towing the vehicle ........................................................ 272
Transmission .................................................................. 193
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking .................................................. 274
Traveling abroad ............................................................ 211
Trip computer .................................................................104
Trip odometer ...................................................................89
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Service and Literature
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your
vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If your are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle.
For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com.
We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this
Operator’s Manual. Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior
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or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its
equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury.
If you have any question about carrying out some service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.