🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: CL-Class Sub Model: CL500 Sport Year: 2002 Generation Chassis Code: C215 Codes Engine Code Group: M113 Model Code: 215.375 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Luxury Grand Tourer Coupe Target Audience: Affluent individuals seeking a comfortable, powerful, and technologically advanced personal luxury coupe. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: BMW 8 Series (E31 successor was the 6 Series, but relevant era), Lexus SC 430, potentially high-end European sedans used as benchmarks for comfort and prestige. Key Features Performance Focus: Emphasis on smooth, powerful V8 engine and refined driving dynamics suitable for long-distance touring. Luxury Appointments: High-quality materials, advanced comfort features, sophisticated styling. Technology: Early integration of advanced electronics for its time, including COMAND infotainment and ABC suspension. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Owner's Manual Secondary Coverage: Basic maintenance, operation, features Page Count Estimated Page Count: Approx. 300-400 pages (estimated based on typical factory manuals for this era) Manual Type Type: Factory Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine, transmission operation, basic fluid checks Chassis: Suspension (ABC), braking system overview, steering Electrical: Instrument cluster, lighting, power windows, locks, mirrors, basic entertainment system operation Interior: Climate control, seating adjustment, safety restraints, interior features Procedures Included Operation: Starting and driving, parking, operating controls, comfort features Maintenance: Fluid level checks (oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid), tire pressure, basic cleaning Safety: Seat belt usage, airbag system information, child seat installation basics, reporting safety defects (US) Troubleshooting: Warning lamp explanations, basic troubleshooting for common driver concerns Technical Depth Depth: Owner-level operation and basic maintenance. Does not include detailed repair procedures, diagnostic codes, or extensive wiring diagrams typically found in a Service Manual. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Compatibility: Compatible with standard PDF readers (Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit, etc.) on any device. Searchability: Likely text-searchable if converted properly from original factory PDF. Print Quality Quality: Digital PDF format, quality dependent on original source scan/conversion. Assumed to be clear and legible. Binding Type Type: Not Applicable (Digital Product) Paper Type Type: Not Applicable (Digital Product) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Type: Naturally Aspirated V8 Displacement: 4.973 cc (5.0 Liters) Engine Code: M113 E50 Performance Horsepower SAE Net: 302 hp @ 5600 rpm Torque SAE Net: 339 lb-ft (460 Nm) @ 2700-4250 rpm Fuel System Type: Electronic Fuel Injection (Sequential Port Injection) Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 Octane or higher recommended) Maintenance Items Air Filter Part Number Example: A1130940004 (verify for specific vehicle) Engine Oil Capacity: 8.5 Liters (approx. 9 US Quarts) with filter change Engine Oil Specification: MB 229.5 (e.g., Mobil 1 0W-40 Synthetic) 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-speed Automatic Transmission Transmission Code: 722.6xx (e.g., 722.633) Features Modes: Comfort (C) and Sport (S) modes Maintenance Items Transmission Fluid Specification: MB 236.10 or 236.12 (e.g., Pentosin ATF1 or equivalent) Transmission Fluid Capacity: Approx. 8.0 Liters for a pan drop and filter change (requires careful filling and checking procedure) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 4995 mm (196.7 in) Width: 1870 mm (73.6 in) Height: 1390 mm (54.7 in) Wheelbase: 2885 mm (113.6 in) Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 1850 kg (4079 lbs) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Approx. 2300 kg (5071 lbs) Cargo Trunk Volume: Approx. 490 Liters (17.3 cu ft) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact: Not explicitly rated for this specific model/year in available data, but generally high for Mercedes-Benz of this era. IIHS Frontal Offset: Not specifically rated by IIHS for this model/year in available data. Active Features Stability Control: ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Braking: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), Brake Assist (BAS) Suspension: Active Body Control (ABC) - hydropneumatic suspension offering dynamic ride control. Passive Features Airbags: Driver and front passenger airbags, front side airbags, optional rear side airbags, optional curtain airbags. Restraints: Three-point inertia-reel seat belts with pre-tensioners and force limiters. Lighting: Bi-Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights with automatic leveling (often standard or optional). 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Head Unit: COMAND (Cockpit Management and Navigation system) - CD-based navigation, radio, CD player, optional cassette, telephone integration. Display: Color LCD screen integrated into the dashboard. Audio System: Bose premium audio system often optional. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard cruise control; Distronic (adaptive cruise control) was an optional feature on some models. Parking Assistance: Rear parking sensors (PARKTRONIC) were often optional. Connectivity Phone Integration: Early Bluetooth or analog phone module, often requiring specific cradle accessories. Comfort Features Climate Control: Automatic climate control with dual-zone temperature settings. Seating: Multi-contour power-adjustable heated and ventilated front seats, often with memory functions. Lighting: Automatic headlights with twilight sensor, interior ambient lighting. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically 10,000 - 15,000 miles (15,000 - 25,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first, using synthetic oil (per manual recommendations). Transmission Service Interval: Recommended around 40,000 - 60,000 miles (60,000 - 100,000 km) for fluid and filter change,...