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W208 Coupe · Cabrio

Mercedes-Benz CLK · Coupe · Cabrio · 1997–2003

CLK55 AMG and the DTM-flavoured CLK GTR halo.

Production run

1997–2003

Engines covered

3

Avg. part price

—

19902026

Interactive systems map

Inspect the W208

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Systems map

Where it goes wrong

Each numbered hotspot counts the documented failure points in that area. Select one to see the specifics for this chassis and engine.

Failure points by system

Engine2

Intake2

Transmission2

Documented issues per engine

4

M111

4

M112

4

M113

Known weak points

What breaks on the W208

Head gasketDiagnose →Supercharger clutchDiagnose →Head bolt / gasket leaksDiagnose →Intake manifold flapDiagnose →Camshaft adjuster magnetsDiagnose →Motor mountsDiagnose →

Guides & playbooks

W208 playbooks

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