Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG Service & Repair Manual 2014–2020

Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG, 2014 to 2020. 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: 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 29 recalls, 492 owner complaints and 0 technical service bulletins are logged for the CLA45 AMG. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your CLA45 AMG year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2020 $40.991 2.0L I4 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2019 $40.991 2.0L I4 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2018 $40.992 2.0L I4 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2017 $40.998 2.0L I4 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2016 $40.997 2.0L I4 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2015 $40.996 2.0L I4 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2014 $40.994 2.0L I4 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2020 CLA45 AMG manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 13
  • Engine Performance 1,024
  • Accessories & Equipment 4,204
  • General Information 2,155
  • Body & Frame 1,277
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 236
  • Brakes 540
  • Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 62
  • Collision 348
  • Restraints 628
  • Drivelines & Axles 377
  • Steering 258
  • Electrical 2,062
  • Suspension 535
  • Engine Mechanical 1,311
  • Transmission 466
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 118

04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore CLA45 AMG 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 CLA45 AMG manual

Which CLA45 AMG years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2014 to 2020 — 7 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 CLA45 AMG manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the CLA45 AMG, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include CLA45 AMG wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every CLA45 AMG manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover CLA45 AMG recalls?

29 recalls are on federal record across the 2014–2020 CLA45 AMG, 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 CLA45 AMG years cost more?

Every CLA45 AMG 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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