Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to make a Mercedes CLK reach 400,000 kilometers.

Model: Mercedes Clk A208, C208, W208 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Checks and maintenance

See other generations:
Video tutorial

400,000 kilometers may seem like a lot, but for a Mercedes CLK that has undergone consistent regular maintenance, this is possible. Regular service intervals, oil changes for the automatic transmission when scheduled; replacement of the shock absorbers at 200,000 kilometers, and minor repairs (like the replacement of the front control arms) done as needed.

It's also worth mentioning that this vehicle has been used properly. It is a diesel that has mostly made highway journeys, resulting in more uniform wear, while city use has received adequate maintenance.

The build quality should also be considered. The 3.2-liter 6-cylinder engine is truly very reliable.

Let’s add a touch of luck: the automatic transmission is the original one, as is the alternator, which has only had its bearings replaced, and the exhaust system and underbody components are original. There are also favorable environmental conditions, as it has been used in Italy, without snowy roads and without salt that could have damaged the bodywork, which indeed shows no rust.

The main lesson is "not to focus solely on the mileage, but on the maintenance history and the actual condition of the car.


Posted on 1 January 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

How to Lower the Rear Headrests on a Mercedes CLK W209
How to Lower the Rear Headrests on a Mercedes CLK W209
Mercedes Clk (2002-2010 / A209, C209, W209) In this short video, you will see the instructions to lower the rear headrests on the Mercedes Benz CLK first and second series (both W208 and W209).…
How to Reset the "Service" Light on a Mercedes CLK?
How to Reset the "Service" Light on a Mercedes CLK?
Mercedes Clk (1997-2003 / A208, C208, W208) Hello and welcome back to our page! Today, you will learn how to reset the "Service" light on your Mercedes CLK. Before performing this procedure, it…
How to reset the service light on the Mercedes CLK
How to reset the service light on the Mercedes CLK
Mercedes Clk (2002-2010 / A209, C209, W209) To reset the service light on a Mercedes CLK, we need to turn on the instrument panel and press the menu access button, located on the left side of t…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Remove the Rear Seat of a Hyundai Tucson?

To remove the rear seat of a Hyundai Tucson, follow these steps. Start by moving the front seats to their most forward position to gain space. Next, locate the release lever on the underside of the rear seat, near the floor. Press this lever down while pulling the seat upwards to unlock it from the anchor pins. Once unlocked, tilt the seat upwards and forwards to remove it from its position. Repeat this process for both sides of the rear seat. Be careful of any electrical cables or components that may be connected to the seat during removal. Once the rear seat is removed, the disassembly is complete.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos