Mercedes-Benz CL600 Service & Repair Manual 1996–2014

Service and repair manuals for 18 model years of the Mercedes-Benz CL600, 1996 to 2014. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC · 5.8L V12 — 353 cu in, SOHC · 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 2 recalls, 37 owner complaints and 540 technical service bulletins are logged for the CL600. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your CL600 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2014 $40.99 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2013 $40.99 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2012 $40.99 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2011 $40.99 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2010 $40.99 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2009 $40.99 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2008 $40.99 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2007 $40.99 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2006 $40.99 5.5L V12; 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2005 $40.99 5.5L V12; 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2004 $40.99 5.5L V12; 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2003 $40.99 5.5L V12; 5.5L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
2002 $40.991 5.8L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door details →
2001 $40.991 5.8L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door details →
1999 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
1998 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
1997 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select
1996 $40.99 6.0L V12 Base Coupe 2-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2014 CL600 manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 256
  • Engine Performance 1,004
  • Accessories & Equipment 4,598
  • General Information 1,952
  • Body & Frame 1,989
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 324
  • Brakes 329
  • Maintenance 91
  • Collision 459
  • Restraints 633
  • Drivelines & Axles 1,099
  • Steering 824
  • Electrical 2,403
  • Suspension 995
  • Engine Mechanical 1,345
  • Transmission 797
  • Specifications Index 216

04 / Other yearsOther CL600 years

2014 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2014 CL600. 0 complaints · 39 TSBs.

2013 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2013 CL600. 1 complaints · 41 TSBs.

2012 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2012 CL600. 0 complaints · 40 TSBs.

2011 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2011 CL600. 7 complaints · 37 TSBs.

2010 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2010 CL600. 2 complaints · 60 TSBs.

2009 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2009 CL600. 0 complaints · 40 TSBs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2008 CL600. 0 complaints · 48 TSBs.

2007 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2007 CL600. 0 complaints · 46 TSBs.

2006 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2006 CL600. 0 complaints · 37 TSBs.

2005 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2005 CL600. 0 complaints · 37 TSBs.

2004 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2004 CL600. 0 complaints · 35 TSBs.

2003 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 5.5L V12 — 336 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2003 CL600. 0 complaints · 28 TSBs.

1999 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1999 CL600.

1998 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1998 CL600.

1997 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1997 CL600.

1996 Mercedes-Benz CL600 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 6.0L V12 — 365 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1996 CL600.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore CL600 manual$40.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the CL600 manual

Which CL600 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1996 to 2014 — 18 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Mercedes-Benz CL600 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the CL600, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include CL600 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every CL600 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover CL600 recalls?

2 recalls are on federal record across the 1996–2014 CL600, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Mercedes-Benz dealers.

Why do some CL600 years cost more?

Every CL600 year is $40.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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