2007 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK63AMG engine

452 Practical hints
Towing the vehicle
Towing the vehicle
Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-
cle be transported with all wheels off the
ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel
lift/dolly equipment.
When circumstances do not permit the
recommended towing methods, the vehi-
cle may be towed with all wheels on the
ground or front wheels raised only so far as
necessary to have the vehicle moved to a
safe location where the recommended
towing methods can be employed.
!Do not tow-start the vehicle.
!Use flatbed or wheel lift/dolly equipment
with SmartKey in starter switch turned to
position0.
Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing
with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will
damage radiator and supports.
To prevent damage during transport, do not tie
down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts.
Switch off the automatic central locking
(
page 164).
!If the vehicle is towed with the front axle
raised, the gear selector lever must be in posi-
tion N and the engine must be shut off
(SmartKey in starter switch position0 or1). Oth-
erwise, the ESP
® will immediately be engaged
and will apply the rear wheel brakes.
When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the
ground, the gear selector lever must be in
positionN and the SmartKey must be in starter
switch position2.
When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the
ground or the front axle raised, the vehicle may
be towed only for distances up to 30 miles
(50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h).
Warning!G
If circumstances require towing the vehicle
with all wheels on the ground, always tow
with a tow bar if:

the engine will not run

there is a malfunction in the power sup-
ply or in the vehicle’s electrical system
as that will be necessary to adequately con-
trol the towed vehicle.
Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on
the ground, make certain that the SmartKey
is in starter switch position2.
If the SmartKey is left in starter switch
position 0 for an extended period of time, it
can no longer be turned in the switch. In this
case, the steering is locked. To unlock,
remove SmartKey from starter switch and
reinsert.

453 Practical hints
Towing the vehicle
Warning!G
With the engine not running, there is no
power assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to keep
in mind that a considerably higher degree of
effort is necessary to brake and steer the ve-
hicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.
iTo signal turns while being towed with the
hazard warning flasher in use, switch on the igni-
tion and activate the combination switch for the
left or right turn signal in the usual manner – only
the selected turn signal will operate.
Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warn-
ing flasher will operate again.
!When towing the vehicle with all wheels on
the ground, please note the following:
With the automatic central locking activated and
the SmartKey in starter switch position2, or
KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in position2,
the vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel as
well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle
speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km / h) or more.
To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking,
deactivate the automatic central locking
(
page 164).
Towing of the vehicle should only be done using
the properly installed towing eye bolt. Never at-
tach tow cable, tow rope or tow rod to the vehi-
cle chassis, frame or suspension parts.
iIf the battery is disconnected or discharged

the SmartKey will not turn in the starter
switch. For more information, see “Battery”
(
page 447) and “Jump starting”
(
page 450).

the gear selector lever will remain locked in
positionP. For information on manually un-
locking the transmission gear selector lever,
see (
page 412).

456 Practical hints
Fuses
The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to
switch off malfunctioning power circuits.
If a fuse is blown, the components and sys-
tems secured by that fuse will stop operat-
ing.If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have
the cause determined and rectified by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The following aids are available to help you
replace fuses.

Fuse chart
The fuse chart is located in the main
fuse box in the passenger compart-
ment (
page 457). The fuse chart ex-
plains the fuse allocation and fuse
amperages.

Spare fuses
Spare fuses are located in the vehicle
tool kit in the spare wheel well
(
page 404).

Fuse extractor
The fuse extractor is located in the
trunk underneath the trunk floor cover
(
page 405), or
CLK 63 AMG (
page 404).The electrical fuses are located in different
fuse boxes:

in the passenger compartment on the
driver’s side (
page 457)

on the driver’s side of the engine com-
partment (
page 457)

in the trunk (page 458)
Before replacing fuses:
Apply the parking brake (page 59).
Make sure the gear selector lever is set
to position P (
page 172).
Turn off all electrical consumers.
Turn off the engine (page 60).
Remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*:
Open the driver’s door.
Warning!G
Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benz
with the specified amperage for the system
in question and do not attempt to repair or
bridge a blown fuse. Using other than ap-
proved fuses or using repaired or bridged
fuses may cause an overload leading to a
fire, and/or cause damage to electrical
components and/or systems. Have the
cause determined and remedied by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
iA blown fuse must be replaced by an appro-
priate spare fuse (recognizable by its color or the
fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage
recommended in the fuse chart.
Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise
you on this subject.

457 Practical hints
Fuses
Mainfuse box in passenger
compartment
The main fuse box is located in the passen-
ger compartment on the driver’s side of
the cockpit.
1Main fuse box coverOpening fuse boxOpen the driver’s door.
Insert flat, blunt object as a lever into
the edge of the fuse box cover1 at
the position indicated by the arrow.
Loosen fuse box cover1 from cockpit
using lever.
Using your hands, remove fuse box
cover1 rearward.
Closing fuse box
Attach fuse box cover1 in the front.
Fold fuse box cover1 in until it
engages.
Fuse box in engine compartment
The fuse box is located in the engine com-
partment on the driver’s side.
1Cover
2Screw
3Retainer
Removing cover
Twist screws2 90° counterclock-
wise.
Lift the rear of cover1.
Slide out retainer3 and remove
cover1 by pulling towards front.
!Do not use sharp objects such as a screw
driver to open the fuse box cover1 in the cock-
pit, as this could damage it.

459 Technical data
Parts service
Warranty coverage
Identification labels
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
Engine
Rims and tires
Electrical system
Main dimensions and weights
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.

463 Technical data
Identification labels
4Carpet
5VIN
Move the passenger seat to the rear as
far as possible.
Fold carpet4 in direction of arrow.
VIN5 is visible.6Emission control information label,
includes both federal and California
certification exhaust emission
standards
7Vacuum line routing diagram label
8VIN (lower edge of windshield)
9Engine number (engraved on engine)
iWhen ordering parts, please specify vehicle
identification and engine numbers.

465 Technical data
Engine
Engine
ModelCLK 350 (209.456)1
1The 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.
CLK 550 (209.472)1CLK 63 AMG (209.477)1
Engine272273156
Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection
No. of cylinders688
Bore3.66 in (92.90 mm)3.85 in (98.00 mm)4.02 in (102.20 mm)
Stroke3.39 in (86.00 mm)3.56 in (90.50 mm)3.72 in (94.60 mm)
Total piston displacement213.5 cu in (3 498 cm3)333.25 cu in (5 461 cm3)378.8 cu in (6 208 cm3)
Compression ratio10.5:110.5:111.3:1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349268 hp / 6 000 rpm2
(200 kW / 6 000 rpm)
2Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
382 hp / 6 000 rpm2
(285 kW / 6 000 rpm)
475 hp / 6 800 rpm2
(354 kW / 6 800 rpm)
Maximum torque acc. to SAE J
1349258 lb-ft/ 2 400 - 5 000 rpm
(350 Nm / 2 400 - 5 000 rpm)391 lb-ft / 2 800 - 4 800 rpm
(530 Nm /2 800 - 4 800 rpm)465 lb-ft / 5 000 rpm
(630 Nm / 5 000 rpm)
Maximum engine speed6300 rpm6500 rpm7200 rpm
Firing order1-4-3-6-2-51-5-4-2-6-3-7-81-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt2404 mm2380 mm2369 mm

472 Technical data
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Capacities
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. Therefore only use
products tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser-
vice Products pamphlet, or inquire at your
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Warning!G
Comply with all valid regulations with
respect to handling, storing, and disposing
of service fluids. Otherwise you could
endanger persons or the environment.
Keep service fluids out of the reach of
children.
For health reasons, you should prevent
service fluids from coming into direct
contact with your eyes or any open wounds.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a
physician immediately.
ModelCapacityFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Engine with oil filterCLK 350
CLK 550
CLK 63 AMG8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
9.0 US qt (8.8 l)Approved engine oils
Automatic transmissionCLK 350
CLK 550
CLK 63 AMG9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
9.5 US qt (9.0 l)
9.3 US qt (8.5 l)MB Automatic Transmission Fluid
Rear axleCLK 350
CLK 550
CLK 63 AMG1.16 US qt (1.1 l)
1.27 US qt (1.2 l)
1.27 US qt (1.2 l)Hypoid gear oil SAE 85 W 90
Fuchs Titan EG 5010D