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2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT MERCEDES-BENZ REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Cabin Air Filter, Replace -> C32 AMG, C230, C240, C320, CLK55 AMG, CLK320, CLK500, SLK32 AMG, SLK230 & SLK320 -> ML55 AMG, ML350 & ML500
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
C32 AMG, C230, C240, C320, CLK55 AMG, CLK320, CLK500, SLK32 AMG, SLK230 & SLK320
- On C32 AMG, C230, C240 and C320 models, turn righthand console panel air outlet nozzle retainer 90°, then remove retainer and nozzle.
- On all models, remove mounting screws and instrument panel lo...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> ABS Control Unit -> ASR/ETS/ESP -> Brake System Bleed -> CLK55, CLK320, CLK430, CLK500, E55, E320, E430, E500, SL55, SL500& SL600 -> CLK55, CLK320, CLK430, CLK500, E55, E320, E430, E500, SL55, SL500, SL600, SLK32, SLK230 & SLK320 -> Component Replacement -> ESP Charging Pump -> ESP Pressurizing Piston Unit -> Front Wheel -> Hydraulic Unit -> Rear Axle -> Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
Brake System Bleed
Refer to procedure as outlined in "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
Component Replacement
Hydraulic Unit
ASR/ETS/ESP
CLK55, CLK320, CLK430, CLK500, E55, E320, E430, E500, SL55, SL500, SL600, SLK32, SLK230 & SLK320
- Turn ignition switch to Off position.
- Disconnect hydraulic lines. Seal lines and connections.
- Remove plastic caps and hydraulic unit.
- Reverse procedure to install. Torque hydraulic lines to 11 ft. lbs.
ABS Control Unit
CLK55, CLK320, CLK430, CLK500, E55, E320, E430, E500, SL55, SL500& SL600
- On E55, E320, E430 and E500 models, disconnect vacuum line.
- On all models, disconne...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except 2003-06 E320 & E500 Sedans Less 4 Matic & 2004-06 E Series w/Gasoline Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
Fuel System Pressure Relief
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental fuel spray.
After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.
- Ensure t...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
- Disconnect exhaust system suspension rubbers and support at rear muffler.
- Disconnect exhaust shield from tunnel.
- Remove rear transverse bridge and reinforcement brace.
- Loosen clamping nut.
- Loosen intermediate bearing mounting bolts.
- Remove rear engine mount.
- Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect front propeller shaft from transmission. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
- Remove mounting bolts and nuts, then disconnect rear propeller shaft from differential carrier. Flexible disc remains on propeller shaft.
- Loosen flexible discs fitted sleeves using suitable six-inch ...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
Drive vehicle for a minimum of ten minutes while maintaining a continuous speed above 15 mph. During this time the system will learn the new ...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
- Disconnect electrical connectors.
- Remove mounting bolts, then the cable and hose brackets...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 2002-07 C & 2002-09 CLK Class
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
On 2002-05 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
On 2006-08 models except AMG, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 26,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
On 2009 models except AMG, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
On 2006-09 AMG mo...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Mercedes-Benz -> Roll Bar Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
The Roll Bar warning lamp will illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the warning lamp is operational. After the engine has been started, the warning lamp should go off. If the warning lamp remains on or if warning lamp illuminates while drivi...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
- Remove engine compartment bottom panel.
- Drain radiator coolant into suitable container.
- Remove air cleaner air intake pipes.
- Remove fan shroud retaining lugs' mounting screws.
- Disconnect fan electrical connector.
- Disconnect coolant hoses from radiator.
- Remove ATF line mounting plate bolts.
- Remov...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS
- Open engine hood.
- Remove front engine cover.
- Rotate belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
- On models equipped with first design tensioner, remove drive belt, t...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Luggage Compartment Diagram for 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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