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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Large

Mid-Size Station Wgn

Engine

Engine Order Code

Engine Type

Gas V12

Gas V6

Displacement

5.5L/336

3.5L/210

Fuel System

SFI

SMPI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

510 @ 5000

270 @ 6200

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

612 @ 1800-3500

251 @ 4700

Transmission

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic

Trans Description Cont. Again

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.24

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.36

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.52

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.05

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.76

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.38

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

2.65

3.29

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

4960 lbs

3870 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

4-Link

MacPherson Strut

Suspension Type - Rear

5-Link

Dual-Link Strut

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

w/Coil Springs

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

w/Coil Spring

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

Brakes

Brake Type

Power

Pwr

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

14.2 x -TBD- in

12.6 x -TBD- in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

13.0 x -TBD- in

11.3 x -TBD- in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

18 x 8.5 in

17 x 6.5 in

Rear Wheel Size

18 x 9.5 in

17 x 6.5 in

Spare Wheel Size

17 x 6.5 in

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Aluminum

Tires

Front Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

255/45R18

225/65SR17

Rear Tire Size

275/40R18

225/65SR17

Spare Tire Size

225/65SR17

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

19 MPG

25 MPG

Cruising Range - City

285.60 mi

384.00 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

12 MPG

20 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

Cruising Range - Hwy

452.20 mi

480.00 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

23.8 gal

19.2 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Pwr Rack & Pinion

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

16.0

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

3.0

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

37.4 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

109.4 ft³

102.5 ft³

Front Head Room

37.8 in

39.3 in

Front Leg Room

41.9 in

42.5 in

Front Shoulder Room

57.9 in

Front Hip Room

55.6 in

Second Head Room

38.5 in

38.6 in

Second Leg Room

42.3 in

36.4 in

Second Shoulder Room

57.1 in

Second Hip Room

55.1 in

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

124.6 in

106.9 in

Length, Overall

205.0 in

186.2 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

73.7 in

72.6 in

Height, Overall

58.0 in

66.1 in

Track Width, Front

63.2 in

62.0 in

Track Width, Rear

63.2 in

61.2 in

Min Ground Clearance

7.1 in

Liftover Height

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

16.3 ft³

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

2000 lbs

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

200 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

Feature

MECHANICAL

5.5L SOHC bi-turbo 36-valve V12 engine.

5-speed automatic drive-adaptive transmission-inc: electronically controlled shifting, comfort mode, Touch Shift.

Electronic stability program (ESP).

Rear wheel drive.

Active body control (ABC)-inc: coil spring/electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/shock absorber at each wheel, automatic 4-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride-height control, automatic speed-sensitive lowering.

4-link front suspension-inc: antilift control, gas-pressurized shock absorbers, stabilizer bar.

Independent multilink rear suspension w/antisquat, antidive system.

255/45R18 front/275/45R18 rear high-performance tires.

18" x 8.5" front/18" x 9.5" rear 5-spoke light aluminum wheels.

Pwr vehicle-speed-sensitive rack & pinion steering.

Pwr 4-piston front/1-piston rear vented disc brakes.

Anti-lock disc brakes system (ABS) w/brake assist system

3.5L DOHC SMPI 24-valve V6 engine-inc: dual variable valve timing w/intelligence (VVT-i).

5-speed automatic electronically controlled transmission-inc: OD, snow mode, gated shifter.

Vehicle stability control (VSC).

Traction control (TRAC).

Front wheel drive.

MacPherson strut front suspension w/coil springs.

Dual-link MacPherson strut rear suspension w/coil springs.

Rear stabilizer brace.

225/65SR17 all-season tires.

17" x 6.5" aluminum wheels.

Full-size spare tire w/aluminum wheel.

Engine speed-sensitive progressive pwr rack & pinion steering.

Pwr front ventilated & rear solid disc brakes.

4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)-inc: brake assist (BA).

Tool kit

EXTERIOR

Panorama tilt/slide tinted glass roof w/1-touch express open/close front panel, front/rear sunshades.

Bi-Xenon high intensity discharge headlamps-inc: polycarbonate lenses, automatic level control, driver-selectable light-sensing auto-on headlamp, automatic lamp substitution.

Front halogen foglamps.

Single rear foglamp.

Dual heated auto-folding pwr mirrors-inc: memory, auto-dimming driver mirror, integrated LED turn-signals.

Infrared reflective/noise insulating glass.

Dual aero-blade windshield wipers w/rain sensor, heated washer system, heated wiper in parking position.

Variable doorstop

Rear bumper protector.

Integrated black rear spoiler.

Auto-on/off headlamps w/delay-off.

Integrated front fog lamps.

Daytime running lights.

LED brake lamps.

Electrochromic pwr heated mirrors.

Water-repellent front door glass.

UV ray-reducing window glass.

Black privacy glass.

Variable intermittent windshield wipers.

Intermittent rear wiper.

Pwr rear liftgate

ENTERTAINMENT

INTERIOR

14-way pwr-adjustable front seats-inc: 3-position memory, active ventilated front/rear seats w/heat feature, front center armrest, programmable easy- exit feature.

Drive-Dynamic multicontour seats w/4-level massage.

Active front head restraints w/adjustable height/fore-aft.

Rear head restraints in all seating positions w/manually adjustable fore-aft, remote retraction.

Pwr rear outboard seats w/adjustable lumbar.

Rear folding center armrest-inc: enclosed storage, (2) cupholders.

Exclusive leather upholstery.

Hand-polished Burl Walnut wood trim.

Stainless steel door sill trim.

Leather/wood trimmed steering wheel-inc: mounted shift buttons, audio/voice/ telephone/multifunction display controls.

4-way tilt/telescoping pwr steering column w/memory.

COMAND cockpit management/data system-inc: hard drive based DVD navigation system, audio status, 8" color-LCD screen, hands-free communication system controls, (10) soft keys.

Multifunction displays in instrument cluster faces-inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, maintenance system, oil level check, digital speedometer, reminder/malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings, audio status, navigation route guidance, tire pressure, cruise control settings.

Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System Plus display-inc: distance remaining to next maintenance, type of service due, reminders.

Audible reminders/messages-inc: exterior lamp failure, low fuel, engine oil, coolant, washer fluid, headlights on, remove key from ignition, door/sunroof open.

Digital instrumentation-inc: speedometer, odometer, Touch Shift gear/shift modes selection.

Electronic analog tachometer/fuel gauge.

On board tire pressure monitoring system.

Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down.

Pwr rear window sunshade w/1-touch express up/down.

Pwr rear side-window sunshades.

Pwr trunk closer.

SmartKey system-inc: remote central locking system, anti-theft engine immobilizer, drive away automatic locking.

SmartKey infrared-remote-inc: opening trunk, opening/closing windows/ sunroof, panic alarm, fuel filler door, lock/unlock all doors or drivers, turn on active ventilated seats.

Tele Aid global positioning system (GPS) satellite system-inc: stolen vehicle recovery, remote door unlock service, automatic alarm/collision notification.

Distronic plus adaptive cruise control.

Integrated HomeLink compatible (3) button garage door opener.

Touch turn signals (flashes (3) times w/(1) touch).

Handsfree communication system w/voice control.

Built-in telephone keypad w/wood-trimmed cover.

Night view assist w/active night vision system.

Dynamic rear view monitor.

Keyless go.

Parktronic parking distance control.

20GB hard drive based in-dash GPS navigation system.

Anti-theft client alarm notification w/remote panic feature.

Automatic quad-zone climate control-inc: dust/pollen filters, sun/humidity/ dewpoint sensors, tunnel mode w/(1) touch closing of all windows, seat-belt usage sensors (allows climate control to focus first on occupied seats), rear seat controls.

Rear window defroster w/auto-shutoff based on time/driving speed/exterior temp.

Harmon/kardon Logic7 600-Watt digital surround system-inc: integrated single feed 6-disc CD changer, (14) speakers, 5.1 channel amplifier, digital dynamic volume control, fiber-optic communication among components, PCMCIA slot.

Sirius satellite radio.

Chrome-framed analog clock.

Illuminated glove box.

Alcantara headliner.

Auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Quad illuminated vanity mirrors.

Dual front/rear reading lamps.

Adjustable fiber-optic ambient lighting feature.

Night security illumination.

Locator lighting.

Illuminated trunk w/umbrella holder, grocery bag hooks, tie-down hooks

Cloth seat trim.

10-way pwr front bucket seats-inc: pwr lumbar, adjustable headrests, integrated armrests.

Reclining/sliding rear 40/20/40 split fold-down seat-inc: adjustable headrests.

Sliding center console-inc: illuminated cup holders, coin holder, illuminated storage bin, auxiliary pwr outlet.

Rear center armrest w/(2) cup holders & storage box.

Cut pile carpeting.

Carpeted floor mats.

"Lexus" chrome scuff plates.

Wood & leather-trimmed tilt steering wheel w/audio controls.

3-pod electroluminescent instrument cluster.

LCD multi-info screen w/adjustable brightness-inc: ventilation, outside temp, average MPG, current MPG, average speed.

Tire pressure monitoring system.

Scheduled maintenance indicator light.

Vehicle theft-deterrent & immobilizer system w/in-key transponder.

Pwr windows-inc: 1-touch auto-up/down, jam protection.

Pwr door locks w/anti-lockout.

Pwr fuel door release.

Remote entry system-inc: remote window down, lock, 2-stage unlock, trunk open, panic feature, volume-adjustable tone, rolling code technology.

Retained accessory pwr.

HomeLink universal transceiver.

Cruise control.

Dual-zone automatic climate control-inc: dust & air filters.

Rear AC vents at rear of center console.

Rear window defogger w/auto-off timer.

Lexus sound system-inc: AM/FM stereo, in-dash 6-disc CD changer, cassette, radio data systems (RDS), sound positioning system, (8) speakers.

Short pole antenna w/in-glass FM diversity system.

Metallic accents-inc: center instrument panel, switch plates.

Pop-out cupholder left of steering wheel.

Maple or walnut wood trim-inc: door panels, shifter island, console.

Chrome door handles.

Front door storage pockets.

Electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass.

Overhead console w/sunglasses holder.

Sun visors w/adjustable-illumination vanity mirrors, slide extensions.

Front/rear assist grips.

Lighting-inc: door courtesy, ignition ring, glove box, front map, cargo area.

Wood & leather-trimmed shift knob.

Front seatback pockets.

Coat hooks.

Rear cargo area-inc: auto-retracting tonneau cover, auxiliary pwr outlet.

(3) pop-up storage compartments under cargo floor

SAFETY

Anti-lock disc brakes system (ABS) w/brake assist system.

Driver/front passenger adaptive dual-stage airbags.

Front/rear side airbags.

Side window curtain airbags w/rollover sensor.

Front passenger occupant classification system.

PRE-SAFE collision preparedness system.

3-point front seatbelts-inc: emergency tensioning device, adaptive force limiter, automatic shoulder-belt height-adjusters.

Outboard rear 3-point seatbelts-inc: emergency tensioning device, belt force limiter, automatic shoulder-belt height-adjusters.

Emergency interior trunk release w/illumination.

Universal LATCH (lower anchors & tethers for children) system.

Electronic stability program (ESP)

4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)-inc: brake assist (BA).

Dual front advanced airbag system w/crash severity & occupant detection sensors.

Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags.

Roll-sensing front/rear side curtain airbags.

Driver knee airbag.

3-point front seat belts-inc: pretensioners, force limiters, height-adjustable driver shoulder belt anchor.

3-point rear seat belts.

All-position emergency locking retractor (ELR).

All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR).

Rear seat ISO-FIX top tether anchors.

Vehicle stability control (VSC).

Traction control (TRAC).

Side-impact door beams.

Brake pedal regression prevention.

Collision fuel cutoff.

Daytime running lights.

First aid kit

PACKAGE

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
4.

Corrosion Miles/km:
50,000.

Roadside Assistance Years:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
6.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
70,000.

Corrosion Years:
6.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited

Recall

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
08V405000.

Mfg's Report Date:
AUG 01, 2008.

Component:
SUSPENSION.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
4564.

Summary:
MERCEDES BENZ IS RECALLING 4,564 MY 2001-2006 CL-CLASS (MODEL 215), MY 2002-2006 S-CLASS (MODEL 220), MY 2003-2007 SL-CLASS (MODEL 230), MY 2007-2008 CL-CLASS (MODEL 216), AND MY 2007 S-CLASS (MODEL 221)PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ACTIVE BODY CONTROL (ABC) ACCELERATION SENSORS ON THE FRONT STRUTS. THESE SENSORS MEASURE ACCELERATION AROUND THE Z-AXIS OF THE VEHICLE AND ASSURE AN AUTOMATIC ADAPTATION OF THE FRONT STRUTS TO MAINTAIN A RELATIVELY LEVEL BODY POSITION. VARIATIONS IN THE SOLDERING PROCESS RESULTED IN SOLDERING POINTS ON THE BOARD OF THE ABC SENSORS WHICH MAY NOT BE WITHIN DESIGN TOLERANCES. SIGNALS FROM THE AFFECTED SENSORS MEASURING THE ACCELERATION MAY NOT BE ACCURATELY TRANSMITTED TO THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT..

Consequence:
A VARIATION IN THE TRANSMITTED VALUES BETWEEN AFFECTED AND UNAFFECTED SENSORS CAN RESULT IN ONE FRONT STRUT ADJUSTING TO A VALUE INDICATING BODY MOVEMENT WHILE ANOTHER STRUT DOES NOT ADJUST PRESENTING THE DRIVER WITH AN UNEVEN FRONT SUSPENSION. THIS CONDITION MAY LEAD TO UNEXPECTED BODY MOVEMENTS AT THE FRONT AXLE WHICH CAN ADVERSELY INFLUENCE THE VEHICLE'S DIRECTIONAL STABILITY AND COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE FRONT ABC SENSORS IN ALL POTENTIALLY AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
08V303000.

Mfg's Report Date:
JUL 03, 2008.

Component:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
404.

Summary:
MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006 AND 2009 SL-CLASS VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING RECEIVED ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DURING A RECENT WORKSHOP VISIT WAS INCORRECT. DEPENDING ON THE MODEL YEAR AND MODEL AFFECTED, THE RESULTS OF AN INCORRECT SCN CODING CAN AFFECT A NUMBER OF VEHICLE SAFETY AND EMISSION FUNCTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF FUNCTIONS: (1) THE FUEL GAUGE READINGS MAY BE INCORRECT; (2) A STUCK FUEL-LEVEL SENSOR MAY NOT BE DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; (3) THE OBD SYSTEM MAY CAUSE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE INCORRECTLY; AND, (4) THE SPEEDOMETER MAY BE OUT OF TOLERANCE..

Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP MAY NOT RECEIVE A CRASH SIGNAL THAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE FUEL PUMP TO DISCONNECT AND PREVENT FUTURE FUEL DELIVERY AS DESIGNED..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372..

Notes:
MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 2008 070001. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

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