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

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Old Jun 2, 2012 | 09:34 PM
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HOW DO YOU JUMP START A 1999 CLK320 FROM UNDER THE HOOD SINCE I CANNOT OPEN THE TRUNK WHERE THE BATTERY IS, THANKS
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 12:00 AM
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The trunk should open with the silver "manual" key that hides in the main electronic key. Have you tried opening the trunk with that?
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 08:59 AM
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There is a jumper post in the engine compartment...drivers side...you'll see a small black box w/ a + on it.
Check owners manual for picture
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 08:15 PM
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If you have a battery charge, connect to positive lead to the post under the x box under the hood near the driver side fuse box. Connect the neg lead to any other metal. Let the vehicle charge for about a half hour or so, then then you can use the trunk opening button on the console, or the key FOB button, to open the trunk, then connect the charger directly to the battery posts.

Sometimes, if your battery is not too low, you can get the buttons to work immediately upon connecting the battery charger.

Also, if you have a booster pack, then it will also get your buttons working quickly.
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