🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Mercedes-Benz

Model:

CLK-Class

Model Variant:

CLK500 Cabriolet

Year:

2004

Generation Code:

A209

Generation Years:

2003-2010

👋 Introduction

Market Segment:

Entry-level luxury convertible coupe

Target Audience:

Discerning buyers seeking performance, luxury, and open-air driving experience

Key Competitors:

BMW 6 Series Convertible, Audi A4/A5 Cabriolet, Lexus SC430, Porsche Boxster/911 Cabriolet

Convertible Top:

Fully automatic, insulated fabric soft top with rear glass window

Powertrain:

Powerful V8 engine offering robust performance

Interior Appointments:

High-quality materials, ergonomic design, premium audio, advanced climate control

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Owner's Operations and Maintenance

Secondary Coverage:

Specifications, Lubricants, Capacities

Estimated Page Count:

Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for this model year)

Manual Type:

Owner's Manual

Language:

English

Format:

Digital PDF

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine (V8), Transmission (Automatic)

Chassis:

Braking System, Suspension System, Steering System

Electrical:

Lighting Systems, Instrument Cluster, Infotainment, Climate Control, Locks and Security, Driver Controls

Body:

Convertible Top Operation, Seating, Safety Restraints

Operation:

Driver controls, instrument cluster explanation, climate controls, entertainment systems, lighting operation, locks and security, seating adjustment, convertible top operation

Maintenance:

Routine checks (oil level, coolant, tire pressure), fluid top-offs, basic cleaning procedures

Troubleshooting:

Indicator lamp explanations, basic warning messages

Depth:

Owner-level operations, maintenance checks, fluid specifications, capacities, and basic troubleshooting. Does not cover in-depth repair diagnostics or component replacement.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format:

PDF

Searchability:

Likely text-searchable if digitally rendered from original OCR'd source

Print Quality Expectation:

High-resolution, suitable for printing all pages

Binding Type:

N/A (Digital Format)

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital Format)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Code:

M113.969

Engine Type:

Naturally Aspirated V8

Displacement:

4.973 L (303.4 cu in)

Bore X Stroke:

97.0 mm x 84.0 mm

Compression Ratio:

10.0:1

Horsepower:

302 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

339 lb-ft @ 3250 rpm

Fuel Delivery:

Sequential Multi-Point Fuel Injection (SFI)

Recommended Fuel:

Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher)

Ignition System:

Distributorless Electronic Ignition (2 spark plugs per cylinder)

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

5-speed Automatic with TouchShift

Transmission Model:

722.6 (5G-TRONIC)

Shift Modes:

Comfort (C) and Sport (S) modes

Torque Converter Lockup:

Yes, at various speeds for improved efficiency

📐 Dimensions

Length:

183.7 inches (4666 mm)

Width:

70.2 inches (1783 mm)

Height:

53.7 inches (1364 mm)

Wheelbase:

106.7 inches (2710 mm)

Curb Weight:

Approx. 3858 lbs (1750 kg)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:

Approx. 4718 lbs (2140 kg)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Front Impact:

Not explicitly rated for this specific model/year as a convertible, but generally high standards for Mercedes-Benz

IIHS Side Impact:

Not explicitly rated for this specific model/year as a convertible

Braking System:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist (BAS)

Stability Control:

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Traction Control:

ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation)

Airbags:

Front airbags, front side airbags, and optional front head/thorax airbags

Rollover Protection:

Automatically deploying rollover protection bars integrated behind the headrests

Seatbelts:

Pretensioners and force limiters for front seats, integrated seatbelts

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

COMAND (Cockpit Management and Navigation) system with CD player, radio, and optional navigation. High-quality speaker system.

Display:

Central color display for COMAND, instrument cluster displays

Parking Assistance:

Optional PARKTRONIC parking aid sensors

Cruise Control:

Standard Cruise Control with SPEEDTRONIC speed limiter

Phone Integration:

Optional Bluetooth hands-free communication system

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Variable, based on Flexible Service System (ASSYST) or approximately every 10,000 miles / 1 year.

Major Service Intervals:

Scheduled maintenance 'A' and 'B' service at intervals indicated by ASSYST, typically around 10,000-15,000 miles.

Engine Oil Type:

Synthetic SAE 0W-40 or 5W-40, meeting MB-Approval 229.5

Engine Oil Capacity:

Approx. 8.5 liters (8.9 US quarts)

Coolant Type:

MB-Approval 325.0 (Antifreeze/Coolant)

Transmission Fluid Type:

MB-Approval 236.10 (ATF - Automatic Transmission Fluid)

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 4 Plus (MB-Approval 331.0)

Common Issues General:

Can include SBC hydraulic unit issues (though less common on the 2004 model compared to earlier years), various sensor failures (e.g., MAF sensor), oil leaks from valve cover gaskets or oil cooler seals, and convertible top hydraulic system leaks or pump failures.

Common Issues Specific To Model:

Transformer coil failure (individual ignition coils), catalytic converter issues, and potential electronic module failures.

Oil Filter Part Number:

Typically Mann Filter HU 821 x or Mercedes-Benz A 112 180 00 09

Air Filter Part Number:

Typically Mann Filter C 26 109/2 or Mercedes-Benz A 261 092 01 01 (for two filters)

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Legacy:

Mercedes-Benz, renowned for engineering, luxury, and safety since the late 19th century.

Clk Class Lineage:

Successor to the E-Class Coupe/Cabriolet of the 1980s and early 1990s, positioned below the S-Class Coupe.

A209 Generation Introduction:

Introduced in 2003, based on the W209 coupe platform, itself derived from the W203 C-Class chassis.

Manufacturing Location:

Bremen, Germany