2008 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-Class M273 E55/M275 5.5L V12 Biturbo (C216)
C216 / Coupe / Global (including Europe, USA, Middle East, Asia; minor variations per region)
M273 E55M275 5.5L V12 BiturboOM642 3.0L V6 Diesel (selected markets)M156 6.2L V8 (CL63 AMG)Fiche exacte année/versionGold
Engine identity
Oils and fluids
Service and parts data
Common and chronic problems
- Airmatic suspension failures on some units
- Balance shaft chain wear on early M273 engines
- Electrical gremlins related to complex electronics
First checks
- Verify full service history for air suspension repairs
- Inspect transmission shifting behavior
- Check for engine oil leaks around timing chain cover
Avant de remplacer des pièces
- 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
- V12 and AMG variants vary significantly by market; CL65 AMG highest performance variant produced worldwide.
- Diesel variant availability limited primarily to Europe and select export markets, not in USA.