New 01 CLK55 AMG Black/Black
I found a guy that retired (20 years) working for MB and has owned his own side shop for 10 years. A total of 30 years working with MB. He's really good.
He said that I need to do brake fluid-collant-transmission fluid this month.
They did a inspection
. Upon inspection they found:Transmisson Leak (Minor)
Lower Control Arm Bushing (Both needs replacement)
Front Left Lower Ball Joint (Minor Play)
When I take it back I will have him take a look at:
Motor mounts, lower ball joints and steering damper checked. Also check the wire harness into the tranny for leaks.
i had a clk320 a few years ago, and when they say a clk55 is a different beast, they weren't kidding...the old ***** bars come in handy quite often
Last edited by slowsky; Feb 23, 2010 at 01:23 PM.
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I am located in Cali.

The guy I've been taking it to quoted me $450.00 to change all 3.
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Thanks for the help on that sensor, I'm gonna do it this weekend
Is there a DIY link for changing the fluids? Thanks guys!
coolant fluid just drains out...make sure to use OE Mercedes coolant
i had the transmission done by a local mercedes indy mechanic...i wasn't going to pay $120 for a lousy transmission dipstick....i had the pilot bushing leaking issue, 8 quarts of transmission drain and fill, and transmissioin filter changed..the pilot bushing parts cost $125 alone...came out to $275
i also had the differential drained and filled 2x and it required i think 2L...OE differential cost about $35/L....and that was leaking a bit around the gasket so he sealed it up for me...total was $100...
i asked him how much for a brake, power steering, and coolant flush..
$95 for brake
$45 for power steering
$70 coolant flush
I'm on the east coast so this is just a comparison for you...
Last edited by slowsky; Feb 23, 2010 at 01:36 PM.







