2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 covers two bodies on one mechanical base. The Base trim came as a two-door convertible and a two-door coupe, both with a gasoline 5.0L V8 that is naturally aspirated and uses single overhead cams. The manual gives engine, transmission and chassis specifications and covers body work for both versions, including the convertible top and the coupe's roof and trim.

Engines covered

• 5.0L V8 — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door convertible
• 2-door coupe

Trims covered

• Base

Known issues on the 2003 CLK500. The federal record holds three recalls for certain 2003 CLK500 vehicles, and they share a subject: the glass sunroof panel. Two concern a panel that might not be fastened properly, and one concerns adhesive between the glass and the sliding roof frame that could break down, with the risk that the glass comes loose and lands on the road. Separately, NHTSA filed one recall against certain 2003 CLK-Class line vehicles, for incorrect software coding that could stop the fuel pump shutting off after a crash. One owner complaint about the 2003 CLK500 names visibility, and the 2003 CLK-Class line holds 12 more. Sunroof, body and fuel system procedures, specifications and wiring diagrams are covered.