Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Service & Repair Manual 2003–2009

Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Mercedes-Benz CLK500, 2003 to 2009. 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: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC · 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 0 recalls, 0 owner complaints and 230 technical service bulletins are logged for the CLK500. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your CLK500 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2009 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
2008 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
2007 $40.99 5.5L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
2006 $40.99 5.0L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
2005 $40.99 5.0L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
2004 $40.99 5.0L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
2003 $40.99 5.0L V8 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2006 CLK500 manual.

2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 service manual page 12006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 service manual page 22006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 service manual page 32006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 service manual page 42006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 service manual page 5

03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 197
  • Engine Performance 1,869
  • Accessories & Equipment 5,506
  • General Information 1,656
  • Body & Frame 1,703
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 242
  • Brakes 195
  • Maintenance 91
  • Collision 622
  • Restraints 801
  • Drivelines & Axles 623
  • Steering 227
  • Electrical 1,780
  • Suspension 486
  • Engine Mechanical 1,617
  • Transmission 494
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 209
  • Specifications Index 209

04 / Other yearsOther CLK500 years

2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2009 CLK500. 0 complaints · 36 TSBs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2008 CLK500. 0 complaints · 29 TSBs.

2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.5L V8 — 333 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2007 CLK500. 0 complaints · 33 TSBs.

2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2006 CLK500. 0 complaints · 38 TSBs.

2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2005 CLK500. 0 complaints · 42 TSBs.

2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2004 CLK500. 0 complaints · 31 TSBs.

2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 5.0L V8 — 303 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2003 CLK500. 0 complaints · 21 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore CLK500 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 CLK500 manual

Which CLK500 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2003 to 2009 — 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 CLK500 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the CLK500, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include CLK500 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every CLK500 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Why do some CLK500 years cost more?

Every CLK500 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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