Model Identification

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NOTE: When the battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory system may lose data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle.

NOTE: The following table identifies models applicable to this article.

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

Model

Chassis

Engine Number

C230 ⁽¹⁾

203.040/740

271.948

C240 2.6L (2001-04)

203.061

112.912

C320 (2002-03) ⁽²⁾

203.264

112.946

C240S (2003-04)

203.261

112.912

CLK500 (2003-04)

209.375

113.968

CLK320 (2003-04)

209.365

112.955

CLK320 Cabrio (2004)

209.465

112.955

CLK55 Cabrio (2004)

209.376

113.987

CLK55 Cabrio (2004)

209.476

113.987

CLK500 Cabrio (2004)

209.475

113.968

⁽¹⁾	For C230 models, see 2003-04 STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEMS article.

⁽²⁾	Vehicle may be a sedan or station wagon.