Section 27 (Power Mirror/Steering Column Adjustment Systems - C230, C280, CLK320, CLK 430, E300, E320 & E430): Identification

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 56 other vehicles, including the 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK430, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E430, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E320, and 1998 Mercedes-Benz E300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Vehicles are equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before attempting ANY repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or related components, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article.

CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.

CAUTION: Vehicles equipped with coded radios are susceptible to damage when battery is disconnected. Ensure ignition switch is in OFF position and radio is turned off before disconnecting battery. Have radio code available when disconnecting battery or removing radio. For coding procedures, see COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION.

NOTE: For Mercedes-Benz model, chassis and engine identification, see MERCEDES-BENZ MODEL IDENTIFICATION .