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Mercedes-Benz CLK repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (2%)

Chart based on 47 repairs.
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Mercedes-Benz CLK engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (31%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLK 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder automatic 2WD

70000 mi

US $275
Transmission Mount 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2dr Coupe

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

68000 mi

US $45
Oil leak from PCV cover on head, dripping on exhaust manifold, creating occasional smoke under hood. Replaced all 3 plastic plugs and PCV cover and gasket. (OEM Kit) 
69000 mi

US $150
Replace water pump, pulleys belt tensioner and belt 
79000 mi

US $30
CEL code indicated misfire on CYL 1, Swapped coil with CYL 2 and new code now on CYL 2. Ordered new OEM coil from Amazon for $30 including same day delivery. Fixed in 10 minutes. 
102000 mi

US $70
Squeaky buzzing noise due to a bad belt idler pulley bearing. Replaced pulley/bearing and noise was resolved. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2dr Coupe

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

102000 mi

US $200
After Check Engine light, replaced a Camshaft Position Sensor. 
106314 mi

US $1257
Check engine light with codes P1208 and P0012. Repaired Intake Manifold and replaced 4 Camshaft Adjuster Solenoids. CEL returned 3 weeks later which required additional repair to the intake manifold. 
106892 mi

US $115
CEL with code P2006. Installed spring to ensure full closure of Intake Manifold Flap 
146000 mi

US $200
Noticed slight rattle from front of engine. Replace drive belt, idle pulley (2) , and tension pulley 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2dr Convertible

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

6200 mi Engine stalled while (slow) driving. Fixed by dealer. Took 2 days. 

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2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2dr Convertible

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

86000 mi

US $983
Check Engine light 
107200 mi

US $80
Replaced thermostat that was stuck open, non-fuctioning auxiliary water pump, and serpentine belt that was showing cracks. 

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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2dr Convertible

215-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

12000 mi Rattle in exhaust. New catalytic converter. 

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2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2dr Coupe

215-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

18500 mi Required a new catalytic converter !! 

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2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2dr Convertible

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

64067 mi

US $1858
Replace water pump 

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2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2dr Convertible

215-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

84000 mi

US $850
Drive-by-wire accelerator potentiometer failed. 

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Mercedes-Benz CLK Engine Problems

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