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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Repair and Maintenance

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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Questions and Answers

Changing the tail light Bulb in CL55AMG
NAVYCL55AMG, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, North Richland Hills, TX

I have a 2002 CL55AMG and it is telling me to change tail light bulb. I see that it is out and don't want to ruin the car. Anyone done this before? Pretty easy or should I just take it in to the De...

continous sound, thump from front passanger tire area
danny, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, Stone Mountain, GA

preplace ball joints,upper and lower control arms, both struts, passanage tire retains noise when going over a bump or small debree or uneven or cracked highway only 70k

console light re convertible top
Tjsolara, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, El Mirage, AZ

First of all thank you for your time. Currently own a 2002 CLK55 and am having issues with the convertible top light on console-the light stays on at all times. The top appears to open and close wi...

oil change
drtyjerzzy, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, Snellville, GA

can i change my own oil on my 2005 clk55 amg? and if i can, is it harder than any other american made car?

Head light and tail light flickers occasionally on left side
Anonymous, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, San Luis Obispo, CA

I have had intermittent problems with the electrical system for the head and tail lights on the left side going out and coming back on while driving. My Mercedes mechanic cannot determine the caus...

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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Car Reviews (1)

2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, superbonbonz, Alameda, CA, December 11, 2009 19:22

Awesome engine, very fast, sedate styling but performance makes up for it.

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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Problems

Brakes
  • Soft braking compounds that contribute to good braking performance are known to wear after approximately 20,000 miles; owners should be vigilant about getting their brakes checked.
  • Brake fluid should be flushed every two years to prevent premature anti-lock brake system (ABS) failure.
Engine
  • Oil leaks from the PCV vent housings on the valve covers and inspection plates on the front of the engine are common.
  • The rubber bond in the harmonic balancer can decay, which causes the balancer to move and work its way into the timing chain cover. If the balancer comes into contact with the timing cover while the engine is running, it will fracture and damage the timing case and potentially other surrounding parts. The harmonic balancer should be inspected at every service.
  • Oil leaks from the oil level sensor are common.
  • The crankshaft position sensors tend to fail. Symptoms of this are: The engine will crank—but not start—especially when the engine is warm. The car may start again if it is left to cool off, but it may run roughly or have poor performance. Communicating these specific symptoms to your technician can save diagnostic time.
Exhaust & Emissions
  • The mass air flow (MAF) sensor tends to fail. The engine air filter should be replaced when the mass air flow sensor is replaced; a dirty filter can allow debris to damage the new sensor.
  • When the engine is running, but the vehicle is not moving, a rattle heard from beneath the vehicle could indicate that one of the exhaust catalytic converters has failed. The substrate (the internal part of the catalyst that reduces emissions) can loosen and bounce around inside the canister section of the exhaust pipe—the defective unit will need to be replaced. If this problem is ignored, the substrate can break down and reduce to a size that plugs the outlet pipe, which will cause a sudden loss in power.
Suspension & Steering
  • Irregular and premature tire wear can be caused by the lower control arm bushings cracking and causing excessive movement at the control arm pivot point. Ball joints can also wear out prematurely, causing similar tire wear symptoms.
  • The tie rod ends, drag link, and idler arm in the linkage of the steering system can wear out.
  • The power steering pump, power steering gearbox, and steering shock (damper) can develop leaks.
Drive Train
  • A vibration felt through the center floor of the vehicle can be caused by driveshaft flex discs, which crack and shred, causing excessive driveshaft movement. Not repairing these can cause damage to the driveshaft center support bearing, or, in the worst case scenario, damage to the transmission or differential.
  • High mileage or older vehicles develop leaks at the differential seals and cover; the whole unit needs to be resealed to repair the leaks.
  • The wire connector on the transmission leaks fluid into the wiring harness. If not repaired, the oil will migrate through the wiring harness and damage the transmission control module. A new harness and control module are required to fix the problem.
Electrical & Lights
  • Brake light switch failure can cause the ESP and BAS warnings to illuminate.
  • CD changers suffer from internal mechanical problems and may need replacement.
  • The instrument cluster display may lose pixels and need replacement. If they burn out, the back lighting bulbs for the odometer display in the center of the cluster can be replaced.
Heating & Air Conditioning
  • The evaporator temperature sensor can fail, causing the AC compressor not to cycle. If the AC compressor does not cycle on, the AC system will not blow cold air. If the AC compressor is stuck on, the air will be very cold at first, before warming up.
  • Poor AC performance may be caused by leaks from the hose that connects the receiver drier to the AC condenser.

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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Recalls and TSBs

Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Recalls (Recent)

Body, Interior & Misc.: SEAT BELTS
Campaign Number: 03V534000
Dates Manufactured: 08/2003 to 10/2003
Number of Vehicles Affected: 4,348
Model Years Affected: 2004
Date Owner Notified: 12/2003

Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME SEAT BELT BUCKLES MAY HAVE A BURR ON A METAL COMPONENT OF THE LOCKING MECHANISM. THE PRESENCE OF THE BURR COULD PREVENT THE SEAT BELT FROM LOCKING UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.

Consequence Summary: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Notes: MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2003 120006.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Electrical & Lights: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Campaign Number: 08V303000
Dates Manufactured: 11/2002 to 05/2008
Number of Vehicles Affected: 404
Model Years Affected: 2003, 2004, 2006

Defect Summary: MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006 AND 2009 SL-CLASS VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING RECEIVED ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DURING A RECENT WORKSHOP VISIT WAS INCORRECT. DEPENDING ON THE MODEL YEAR AND MODEL AFFECTED, THE RESULTS OF AN INCORRECT SCN CODING CAN AFFECT A NUMBER OF VEHICLE SAFETY AND EMISSION FUNCTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF FUNCTIONS: (1) THE FUEL GAUGE READINGS MAY BE INCORRECT; (2) A STUCK FUEL-LEVEL SENSOR MAY NOT BE DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; (3) THE OBD SYSTEM MAY CAUSE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE INCORRECTLY; AND, (4) THE SPEEDOMETER MAY BE OUT OF TOLERANCE.

Consequence Summary: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP MAY NOT RECEIVE A CRASH SIGNAL THAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE FUEL PUMP TO DISCONNECT AND PREVENT FUTURE FUEL DELIVERY AS DESIGNED.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Notes: MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2008 070001.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

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Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Technical Service Bulletins (Recent)

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Recent Mercedes-Benz Repair Estimates

Maintenance Service B
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG in San Francisco, CA
$405 - $726
Oxygen Sensor Replacement
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG in Lexington, KY
$172 - $378
Oil and Filter Change
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG in Lexington, KY
$74 - $124
Automatic Transmission Fluid/Filter Change
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG in Arlington, VA
$290 - $422
Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG in Arlington, VA
$444 - $506

Most Common Mercedes-Benz Repair Estimates

Brake Pad and Rotor Replacement
$567 - $1194
Oil and Filter Change
$69 - $119
Maintenance Service A
$241 - $339
Maintenance Service B
$317 - $614
Brake Pad(s) Replacement
$148 - $334