CLK-Class (W208) 1998-2002: CLK 200, CLK 230K, CLK 320, CLK 430 [Coupes & Cabriolets]

Idling High. Lurching in gear.

Old Nov 1, 2011 | 02:49 AM
  #1  
Stumbling Corgi's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
2001 CLK430 Cabriolet
Idling High. Lurching in gear.

I had a new bumper put on my 2001 clk 430, this past weekend and upon return of my car i noticed the outside temp gauge was not re installed correctly and reading 136,after fixing this problem i now notice that i'm idling much higher than normal, Around 1,100 in park. Also when ever i put it in gear the rpm dives to about 400-500 and then soars up too 1,600 then back to around 1,000. Causing the car to lurch forward/back if my foot is not placed firmly on the brake.

Does anyone know what i may be able to do to solve this problem?
Reply
Old Feb 26, 2013 | 12:10 PM
  #2  
mauricekan's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
clk320
I have the same problem here.
The idle is around 1100 at parking and around 800-900 at D with full brake.

The car would automatically accelerate from 1000 to 1500 when it is running without putting on the fuel pedal neither brake.

Please help
Reply
Old Feb 27, 2013 | 10:28 AM
  #3  
mauricekan's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
clk320
anyone can solve this problem?
Will it be related to

1. MAF?
2. Throttle Body?
3. Battery?
4. Idle sensor/pulley?
5. ECU?
6. vacuum leakage?

Please help and this problem is driving me mad and frustrated.
Reply
Old Mar 2, 2013 | 02:57 PM
  #4  
mauricekan's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
clk320
anyone? please help!
Reply
Old Mar 2, 2013 | 04:24 PM
  #5  
Birdseye's Avatar
Junior Member
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
 
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 56
Likes: 8
From: Pleasant Hill, CA
2013 C63 P31 Eurocharged, 2006 SLK55 R171, 2013 Audi RS5
Have you checked visually for vaccuum leaks?
Also, hesitation and bogged accelleration is common MAF
Reply
Old Mar 2, 2013 | 11:17 PM
  #6  
mauricekan's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
clk320
Originally Posted by BlueBenzCLK
Have you checked visually for vaccuum leaks?
Also, hesitation and bogged accelleration is common MAF
THANKS FOR REPLY!!!

But I have changed the MAF and the problem goes on!
and I have cleaned the TB too.

How to check Vacuum leaks? seems its hard to trace the leaks by visual?
I have tried to find vacuum leaks but seems no leakages there!
Reply
Old Mar 10, 2013 | 10:30 AM
  #7  
mauricekan's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
clk320
problem solved.

Changed all the vacuum hose around the engine and throttle body.
Changed the Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS)
Changed the MAP sensor (manifold air pressure sensor)
Changed the Throttle Body Ring.

Problem is solved finally!
Reply
Old Mar 26, 2013 | 02:12 PM
  #8  
mauricekan's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
clk320
fxxk

problem comes back after a few days....

should i change the Throttle body?
Reply
MB World Stories

The Best of Mercedes & AMG

story-0

6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Mar 27, 2013 | 01:36 PM
  #9  
bobbyjo9's Avatar
Super Member
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 502
Likes: 3
From: Bay Area
02 clk 55, 13 GL 450
Have you pulled codes yet? You should before wasting anymore time and money throwing parts at the problem. (hint) The CPS would not have anything to do with your problem.
Reply
Old Mar 28, 2013 | 12:21 PM
  #10  
mauricekan's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
clk320
Originally Posted by bobbyjo9
Have you pulled codes yet? You should before wasting anymore time and money throwing parts at the problem. (hint) The CPS would not have anything to do with your problem.
I tried to connect the OBDII and read codes. But there was no code stored.
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 

Thread Tools
Search this Thread
Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:
You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 10:24 AM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE