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The 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-Class is a sleek coupe with a powerful 5.5-liter V8 engine, delivering robust performance with its CLS63-4M S AMG trim. Despite its coupe designation, it offers four doors, combining sporty aesthetics with practicality. Safety features include front and side airbags for both the first and second rows, along with seatbelts equipped with load limiters and pretensioners. This luxurious passenger car is manufactured in Sindelfingen, Germany, and runs on gasoline.

Decoded VIN:

Make

MERCEDES-BENZ

Manufacturer Name

MERCEDES-BENZ CARS

Model

CLS-Class

Model Year

2016

Plant City

SINDELFINGEN

Series

CLS63-4M

Trim

S AMG

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

GERMANY

Note

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Body Class

Coupe

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

5500.00

Displacement (CI)

335.630592521027

Displacement (L)

5.50

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Configuration

V-Shaped

Pretensioner

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Seat belts on all outboard designated seating positions are equipped with load limiters and pretensioners

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st and 2nd Rows

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

Common in V8 engines due to the increased number of seals and gaskets, which can deteriorate over time.

Timing chain issues

V-shaped engines, especially in older models, can face timing chain stretch or wear, leading to poor engine performance.

Carbon buildup

Direct injection engines, like those in many modern Mercedes-Benz vehicles, are prone to carbon buildup on intake valves.

Misfires

V8 engines can experience misfires due to faulty spark plugs, ignition coils, or fuel injectors.

Cooling system problems

V-shaped engines have a complex cooling system that can develop leaks or failures, leading to overheating.

Fuel injector failures

With eight cylinders, there are more injectors that can clog or fail, causing rough idling or performance issues.

Turbocharger issues

If the model is equipped with a turbocharged V8, turbocharger failure or wear can occur, leading to reduced power.

Sensor failures

Modern Mercedes-Benz engines rely on numerous sensors that can fail, causing various engine management problems.

Engine mount wear

V8 engines generate significant vibrations that can lead to premature wear of engine mounts.

Crankcase ventilation issues

Problems with the crankcase ventilation system can lead to excessive oil consumption or leaks.

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