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2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208)

C208/A208 / Coupe (C208), Cabriolet (A208) / Global (Europe, North America, Asia, Australia)

M111 E18M111 E24M112 E24M112 E32OM611 DE22LAExact year/trim recordGold

Engine identity

Engine code

M111 E18, M111 E24, M112 E24, M112 E32, OM611 DE22LA

Engine summary

Inline-4 and V6 petrol engines, plus inline-4 turbodiesel in some markets; variations dependent on market and emission standards.

Displacement

1.8L to 3.2L petrol, 2.2L diesel

Power

Approx. 143-218 hp petrol, 122 hp diesel

Torque

Approx. 170-320 Nm petrol, 280 Nm diesel

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Chain-driven camshafts

OBD port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Oil type

ACEA A3/B4 or higher, viscosity varies by climate (e.g. 5W-40 synthetic)

Oil capacity

Approx. 6.5 liters (service fill with filter change)

Coolant

Approximately 8 liters

Fluid

MB 236.1 compatible ATF

Differential fluid

Typically standard gear oil (varies by model and axle)

Brake fluid

DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (available on some petrol models and markets)

Automatic transmission

5-speed automatic (5G-Tronic W5A 580)

Spark plugs

Standard OEM recommended plugs, gap approx. 0.9mm

Service interval

15,000 km or 1 year, whichever comes first

Tire sizes

205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18 (market dependent)

Wheel torque

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Airmatic suspension issues on equipped models
Steering knock
Balance shaft oil sealing (M111 engines)

First checks

Timing chain tension
Vacuum leak checks
Cooling system integrity

Before replacing parts

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

Engine and power output varied significantly by market due to emissions and fuel quality regulations.
Diesel engine (OM611 DE22LA) mainly for European markets with slightly different technical specifications.

Common codes

P0300 P0420 P0171 P0455

Source and verification notes

European and North American Mercedes-Benz official brochures 2002
Technical workshop manuals for C208/A208 generation CLK-Class

Compatible tools

Verify by VIN and market

FAQ

What engine code does the 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) use? 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) is listed here with engine code M111 E18, M111 E24, M112 E24, M112 E32, OM611 DE22LA; engine summary: Inline-4 and V6 petrol engines, plus inline-4 turbodiesel in some markets; variations dependent on market and emission standards..
What oil and capacity does the 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) use? 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) is listed with ACEA A3/B4 or higher, viscosity varies by climate (e.g. 5W-40 synthetic) and oil capacity Approx. 6.5 liters (service fill with filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) problems? Highlighted checks for 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208): Airmatic suspension issues on equipped models, Steering knock, Balance shaft oil sealing (M111 engines).

Engine identity

Engine code

M111 E18, M111 E24, M112 E24, M112 E32, OM611 DE22LA

Engine summary

Inline-4 and V6 petrol engines, plus inline-4 turbodiesel in some markets; variations dependent on market and emission standards.

Displacement

1.8L to 3.2L petrol, 2.2L diesel

Power

Approx. 143-218 hp petrol, 122 hp diesel

Torque

Approx. 170-320 Nm petrol, 280 Nm diesel

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Chain-driven camshafts

OBD port

Verify by VIN and market

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (available on some petrol models and markets)

Automatic transmission

5-speed automatic (5G-Tronic W5A 580)

Spark plugs

Standard OEM recommended plugs, gap approx. 0.9mm

Service interval

15,000 km or 1 year, whichever comes first

Tire sizes

205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18 (market dependent)

Wheel torque

Verify by VIN and market

FAQ

What engine code does the 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) use? 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) is listed here with engine code M111 E18, M111 E24, M112 E24, M112 E32, OM611 DE22LA; engine summary: Inline-4 and V6 petrol engines, plus inline-4 turbodiesel in some markets; variations dependent on market and emission standards..

What oil and capacity does the 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) use? 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) is listed with ACEA A3/B4 or higher, viscosity varies by climate (e.g. 5W-40 synthetic) and oil capacity Approx. 6.5 liters (service fill with filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208) problems? Highlighted checks for 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208): Airmatic suspension issues on equipped models, Steering knock, Balance shaft oil sealing (M111 engines).

2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Before replacing parts

Important notes

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2002 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK-Class M111 E18/M111 E24 (C208/A208)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Before replacing parts

Important notes