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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Large

Engine

Engine Order Code

Engine Type

Supercharged Gas V8

Gas V8

Displacement

4.2L/257

5.5L/333

Fuel System

MPFI

SFI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

400 @ 6100

382 @ 6000

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

413 @ 3500

391 @ 2800 - 4800

Transmission

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Automatic

Trans Description Cont. Again

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.17

4.38

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.34

2.86

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.52

1.92

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.14

1.37

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.87

1.00

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.69

0.82

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.40

3.42 (R2 2.23)

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

2.87

2.65

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.73

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

4006 lbs

4465 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

Independent

Suspension Type - Rear

Independent

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

w/4-Link

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

w/5-Arm

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

1.14 in

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

0.63 in

Brakes

Brake Type

Pwr

Power

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

14.0 x 1.3 in

13.2 x -TBD- in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

12.8 x 0.8 in

11.8 x -TBD- in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

20 x 9 in

18 x 8.5 in

Rear Wheel Size

20 x 9 in

18 x 8.5 in

Spare Wheel Size

Compact 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

P255/35ZR20

P255/45R18

Rear Tire Size

P255/35ZR20

P255/45R18

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

22 MPG

21 MPG

Cruising Range - City

337.50 mi

333.20 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

15 MPG

14 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

Cruising Range - Hwy

495.00 mi

499.80 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

22.5 gal

23.8 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

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

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Speed-Sensitive Pwr Rack & Pinion

Vehicle-Speed-Sensitive

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

Variable

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

2.8

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

39.5 ft

40.0 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

107 ft³

109.0 ft³

Front Head Room

38.4 in

37.8 in

Front Leg Room

43.1 in

41.9 in

Front Shoulder Room

58.3 in

59.1 in

Front Hip Room

Second Head Room

38.6 in

38.5 in

Second Leg Room

39.3 in

42.3 in

Second Shoulder Room

58.2 in

58.7 in

Second Hip Room

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

124.4 in

124.6 in

Length, Overall

205.3 in

205.0 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

83.0 in

73.7 in

Height, Overall

57.3 in

58.0 in

Track Width, Front

61.3 in

63.2 in

Track Width, Rear

60.9 in

63.2 in

Min Ground Clearance

5.1 in

Liftover Height

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

16.4 ft³

16.3 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)

130

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

Feature

MECHANICAL

4.2L DOHC MPFI 32-valve supercharged V8 engine.

6-speed automatic transmission w/OD.

Dynamic stability control (DSC).

Electronic all-speed traction control.

Rear wheel drive.

4-wheel independent suspension-inc: enhanced computer active suspension technology (ECATS) w/independent front/rear control.

P255/35ZR20 performance tires.

20" x 9" "Callisto" alloy wheels.

Space saver spare tire & wheel.

Speed-sensitive variable-ratio pwr rack & pinion steering.

Pwr 4-wheel ventilated R performance disc brakes.

4-wheel anti-lock brakes w/active brake booster.

Electric parking brake-inc: drive-away release

5.5L SFI DOHC 32-valve V8 engine.

7-speed electronically controlled driver-adaptive automatic transmission w/ Touch Shift.

Electronic parking brake w/automatic disengagement.

Electronic stability program (ESP).

Rear wheel drive.

Airmatic semi-active suspension w/ADS II adaptive damping.

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

Independent 5-arm multi-link rear suspension-inc: anti-squat & anti-dive systems.

P255/45R18 all-season tires.

18" x 8.5" 9-spoke aluminum wheels.

Pwr vehicle-speed-sensitive rack & pinion steering.

Pwr 4-piston perforated & vented front & 1-piston vented rear disc brakes.

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

EXTERIOR

Pwr tilt/slide glass moonroof w/one-touch open/close.

Body-color bumpers w/bright blades.

Body-color rear spoiler.

Bright trunk lid finisher.

Bright front fender vents.

Bright upper & lower mesh grille.

Xenon HID headlamps-inc: pwr wash.

Front/rear fog lamps.

LED tail lamps w/bright bezels.

Pwr-folding electrochromic heated pwr mirrors w/memory.

Bright mirror caps.

Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers

Pwr tilt/slide tinted glass sunroof w/1-touch express open, memory.

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

Front halogen foglamps.

Single rear foglamp.

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

Infrared-reflecting & noise insulating glass.

Rain-sensing aero-blade windshield wipers w/heated washer system.

Variable doorstop

ENTERTAINMENT

INTERIOR

Pwr 16-way front bucket seats-inc: pwr lumbar, driver memory, pwr head restraints.

Adjustable rear bench seat-inc: pwr outboard backrests, pwr outboard head restraints, pwr lumbar support.

Rear seat control of front passenger seat.

Soft-grain leather seat trim-inc: ruched pleats, piping.

3-stage heated front/rear seats, cooled front seats.

Front passenger/rear lambswool floor mats w/premium driver floor mat.

Front center armrest w/(2) cupholders, tilt/slide lid, climate controls.

(2) rear cupholders.

Picnic trays w/veneered trim.

Heated pwr tilt/telescopic wood/leather steering wheel.

Wood-trimmed shifter.

Trip computer w/message center.

Tire pressure monitoring system.

Front/rear park control-inc: (4) front sensors, (4) rear sensors.

Pwr windows w/one-touch up/down for all windows.

Keyless entry system-inc: 4-button remote, trunk release.

Adaptive cruise control.

Perimeter alarm w/automatic drive-away locking.

Anti-theft engine immobilizer.

Programmable garage door opener.

Pwr adjustable pedals w/memory.

Automatic 4-zone climate control system w/pollen air filter, outside temp indicator.

Rear window defogger.

Pwr rear sunblind.

Alpine 320-watt AM/FM/CD sound system-inc: (12) speakers.

DVD-based navigation system-inc: compass.

Entertainment system-inc: (2) 6.5" headrest-integrated video screens, A/V input jack, multimedia switchpack in rear console.

CD changer pre-wire.

Bluetooth wireless connectivity.

(4) 12V pwr outlets w/(2) cigar lighters.

Leatherette-upholstered dash trim.

Burled walnut veneer w/Peruvian boxwood inlay.

Electrochromic rearview mirror.

Roof console w/switches for garage door opener, map/interior lights, moonroof, park control, sunblind & provision for voice/phone microphone.

Cloth color-keyed headliner.

Cloth covered visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors

14-way pwr heated front bucket seats-inc: pwr lumbar, 3-position seat memory.

Active front head restraints w/adjustable height & fore-aft, built-in keypad beneath headrest for hands-free communication & radio presets.

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

Leather upholstery.

Front/rear floor mats.

Hand-polished Burl Walnut wood trim.

Leather-wrapped pwr 4-way tilt/telescopic steering wheel-inc: mounted shift buttons, audio, voice, telephone & multi-function display controls, programmable easy-exit, memory.

COMAND cockpit management & data system for operation of vehicles systems.

Multi-function 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.

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.

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

Tire pressure monitoring system.

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

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

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

SmartKey infrared remote-inc: trunk open, windows & sunroof open/close, panic alarm, fuel filler door, selective unlock.

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

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

Integrated HomeLink compatible (3) button garage door opener.

Hands-free communication system w/voice control.

Cruise control.

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

Harmon/kardon LOGIC7 600-Watt digital surround system-inc: AM/FM stereo, 6-disc CD changer, MP3 capability, (14) speakers, 5.1 channel amplifier, dynamic volume control, fiber-optic communication among components.

PCMCIA memory card slot.

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

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

Auxiliary pwr outlet.

Auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Quad illuminated vanity mirrors.

Dual front/rear reading lamps.

Adjustable fiber-optic ambient lighting feature.

Night security illumination.

Locator lighting

SAFETY

4-wheel anti-lock brakes w/active brake booster.

Driver/front passenger frontal airbags.

Driver/front passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags.

Side-curtain airbags.

(4) occupancy sensors in passenger A-post, seat, headliner & center console.

Airbag deactivation warning light in passenger side fascia veneer.

3-point safety belts w/pretensioners for all seating positions.

Child safety rear door locks.

Emergency interior trunk release.

Dynamic stability control (DSC).

Electronic all-speed traction control

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

Driver & front passenger adaptive dual-stage airbags.

Front/rear side airbags.

Front/rear side window curtain airbags w/rollover sensor.

Front passenger occupant classification system.

PRE-SAFE collision preparedness system.

3-point front/rear outboard belts-inc: emergency tensioning device, adaptive force limiter, automatic shoulder belt height-adjusters.

Rear center automatic shoulder belt height adjustable 3-point seat belt.

Emergency interior trunk release w/illumination.

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

Child safety rear door locks.

Electronic stability program (ESP)

PACKAGE

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
6.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
50,000

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:
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..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
08V122000.

Mfg's Report Date:
MAR 17, 2008.

Component:
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
3283.

Summary:
MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING 3,283 MY 2008 S-CLASS AND CL-CLASS PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTION MAY OCCUR ON THE SIGNAL ACQUISITION AND ACTUATION MODULE-FRONT (SAM-F) TRANSISTORS. THE SAM-F IS A DOUBLE TRANSISTOR THAT HELPS CONTROL VEHICLE FUNCTIONS AND THE LIGHTING OF THE CENTER CONSOLE. INCORRECT STORAGE OF THE TRANSISTORS LED THE TRANSISTORS TO BE EXPOSED TO EXCESS HUMIDITY..

Consequence:
THE PRESENCE OF THIS MOISTURE IN COMBINATION WITH THE THERMAL STRESS DURING THE "REFLOW SOLDERING" MAY DAMAGE THE TRANSISTORS AND PREVENT THEM FROM PROPERLY FUNCTIONING WHICH WILL INCREASE THE RISK OF CRASH.

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE ALL POTENTIALLY AFFECTED SAM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2008. OWNER MAY CONTACT MERCEDES BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO 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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