Service A / Service B
25,000 km or 1 year
About 25,000 km or 1 year (ASSYST). Oil and filter at each service; Service B adds filters and wider checks. The ASSYST indicator prevails.
Source [1]W209 · 2002–2006
Mercedes CLK 500 W209 · 306 hp (2002 to 2006)
The Mercedes CLK 500 of the W209 generation uses the M113 5.0 V8 petrol engine with 306 hp.
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Technical specifications
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Power
- 306 PS / 225 kW
- Displacement
- 4 966 cm³
- Cylinders
- 8
- Engine code
- M113 5.0 V8
- Period covered
- 2002–2006
- Documented market
- Europe
Transmission
- Automatic · 5 speeds
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
This version
306 hp (225 kW), rear-wheel drive, 5-speed automatic. Built from 2002 to 2006.
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In the range
It is the most powerful petrol version of this generation. The M113 5.0 V8 engine is also fitted to: Mercedes Classe S (W220).
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Maintenance and records
≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
Brake fluid
Every 2 years
Every 24 months. Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.
Source [1]Spark plugs
60,000 km or 4 years
Replace the full set; worn plugs raise consumption and cause misfires.
Source [1]Air filter
60,000 km or 4 years
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]Cabin filter
30,000 km or 2 years
Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.
Source [1]Questions about this version (2)
Which engine is in the Mercedes CLK CLK 500 W209?
The M113 5.0 V8 petrol engine (4 966 cc), 306 hp (225 kW).
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Which oil for the Mercedes CLK CLK 500?
A MB 229.5 / 229.51 / 229.52-approved oil suited to the M113 5.0 V8 engine.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026