Vehicle
EPA Classification
Engine
Engine Order Code
Engine Type
Displacement
Fuel System
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
Transmission
Drivetrain
Trans Order Code
Trans Type
Trans Description Cont.
Trans Description Cont. Again
First Gear Ratio (:1)
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
Reverse Ratio (:1)
Clutch Size
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front
Suspension Type - Rear
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear
Brakes
Brake Type
Brake ABS System
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
Rear Drum Diam x Width
Wheels
Front Wheel Size
Rear Wheel Size
Spare Wheel Size
Rear Wheel Material
Spare Wheel Material
Tires
Front Tire Order Code
Rear Tire Order Code
Spare Tire Order Code
Front Tire Size
Rear Tire Size
Spare Tire Size
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy
Cruising Range - City
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City
Fuel Economy Est-Combined
Cruising Range - Hwy
EPA MPG Equivalent - City
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined
Battery Range
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Emissions
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score
Steering
Steering Type
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity
Passenger Volume
Front Head Room
Front Leg Room
Front Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Second Head Room
Second Leg Room
Second Shoulder Room
Second Hip Room
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase
Length, Overall
Width, Max w/o mirrors
Height, Overall
Track Width, Front
Track Width, Rear
Min Ground Clearance
Liftover Height
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume
10.2 (7.2 w/top down) ft³
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
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
MECHANICAL
5.5L SOHC SMPI intercooled twin-turbocharged 36-valve V12 engine.
5-speed automatic driver-adaptive transmission-inc: Touch Shift, optimum gear programming, comfort mode, electronically controlled shifting.
Electronic stability program (ESP).
Rear wheel drive.
Independent 4-link front/5-arm multilink rear suspension.
Active body control (ABC)-inc: coil spring/electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/shock absorber at each wheel, sports mode, automatic 4-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride-height control/Sport mode, automatic speed-sensitive lowering.
255/40ZR18 front/285/35ZR18 rear high-performance tires.
Collapsible compact spare tire w/portable electric air compressor.
18" x 8.5" front/18" x 9.5" rear tapered 5-spoke aluminum wheels.
Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering w/integrated hydraulic damper.
8-piston perforated/internally ventilated front/4-piston internally ventilated rear pwr disc brakes (2006).
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/brake assist system.
Electrohydraulic brake control-inc: soft stop, automatic brake drying, predictive brake priming.
Dual chrome exhaust tips
EXTERIOR
Electrohydraulic retractable aluminum hardtop w/easy-pack system.
Attachable mesh wind deflector.
Titanium grey grille w/(3) ribs.
Bi-Xenon high intensity discharge headlamps-inc: polycarbonate lenses, automatic level control, halogen auxiliary high-beams, heated headlamp washers, driver-selectable light-sensing auto-on headlamps, automatic lamp substitution.
Halogen front foglamps.
Single red rear foglamp.
Monochromatic red/clear rear lamp covers w/dual-intensity LED brake lamps.
Programmable daytime running lamps.
Dual heated pwr mirrors-inc: memory, auto-dimming driver mirror.
Dual aero-blade windshield wipers w/infrared rain sensor, heated washer nozzles, heated wiper parking position
ENTERTAINMENT
INTERIOR
12-way pwr heated front seats-inc: 3-position memory, easy-access courtesy feature w/obstruction sensor, automatic height-adjusting front head restraints.
Programmable easy-exit feature.
Dynamic multicontour front seats w/pneumatically adjustable side/shoulder/ lumbar supports, massage feature.
Active ventilated front seats w/(8) internal fans, heating feature.
Exclusive leather w/glove-soft Nappa leather hand-fitted seats, head restraints, dash, console, doors, armrests, roll bar, rear cabin panels.
Center console w/illuminated climate controlled storage, armrest lid (2006).
Dual retractable cup holders (2006).
Velour carpeting & floor mats (2006).
Stainless-steel door sill trim (2006).
Heated leather/wood trimmed steering wheel w/audio/multifunction display controls (2006).
4-way pwr tilt/telescoping steering column w/memory.
COMAND cockpit management/data system-inc: in-dash DVD navigation system, audio status, CD-changer controls, 6.5" color-LCD screen, (10) soft keys.
Dual multifunction displays in speedometer/tachometer faces-inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, maintenance system, oil level check, digital speedometer, reminder/malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings, cruise control, touch shift gear/shift mode selection, audio status, navigation route guidance (2006).
Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System Plus display-inc: distance remaining to next maintenance, type of service due, reminders (2006).
Instrumentation-inc: electronic analog speedometer, tachometer, fuel level/ coolant temp gauges (2006).
Audible reminders-inc: parking brake/headlamps on, remove key from ignition.
Warning lights/messages-inc: open door, exterior lamp failure, low fuel/oil/ coolant/washer fluid.
Low tire-pressure warning system (2006).
Pwr windows w/(1) touch express up/down for all windows.
Cruise control w/digital readout (2006).
SmartKey system-inc: remote central locking system, anti-theft engine immobilizer, driver-programmable user-recognition features, drive away automatic locking.
SmartKey infrared-remote-inc: opening trunk, opening/closing windows, panic alarm, fuel filler door, lock/unlock all doors or drivers, raising/lowering hardtop, turn on active ventilated seats (2006).
Keyless Go vehicle entry/starting system.
Integrated 3-button universal garage door controller (2006).
Tele Aid global positioning system (GPS) satellite system-inc: stolen vehicle recovery, remote door unlock service, automatic alarm/collision notification.
Touch turn signals (flashes (3) times w/(1) touch).
Hands-free communication system.
Automatic dual-zone climate control-inc: dust/pollen filters, sun/smog/ humidity/dewpoint sensors, tunnel mode w/(1) touch closing of all windows, REST mode w/engine heat recirculation feature or cabin ventilation, seat- belt sensors (allows climate control to focus first on occupied seats) (2006).
Rear window defroster w/auto-shutoff based on time/driving speed/exterior temp (2006).
AM/FM/weatherband radio w/CD-player, integrated rear cabin-mounted 6-disc CD changer, fiber-optic communication among components.
Bose (8) speaker Cabin Surround multichannel digital sound system-inc: Centerpoint signal processing, AudioPilot digital processor.
Digital clock (2006).
Illuminated/climate controlled glove-box (2006).
Enclosed door pockets (2006).
Auto-dimming rearview mirror (2006).
Alcantara visors w/dual illuminated vanity mirrors (2006).
Automatic low-intensity environmental lighting-inc: center console, door handles, footwells (2006).
Night security illumination (2006).
Courtesy lamps w/fade out time (2006).
Entrance lamps in doors (2006).
Dual reading lamps (2006).
Leather/wood trimmed shift knob (2006).
Front RH footwell parcel net (2006).
Pwr trunk closer.
Carpeted shelf behind seats w/retractable luggage straps (2006).
Locking dual enclosed storage compartments beneath luggage shelf (2006)
SAFETY
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/brake assist system.
Driver/front passenger adaptive dual-stage airbag (2006).
Door mounted head & body side-impact airbags.
Front passenger occupancy sensor for all air bags (2006).
Automatic height-adjusting 3-point front shoulder belts w/emergency tensioning device, belt force limiter (2006).
Electronic stability program (ESP).
Pop-up roll bar.
Illuminated emergency interior trunk release (2006)
PACKAGE
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
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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