2005 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 Technical Service Bulletin # S-49_10-11 Date: 080514

Exhaust System - Exhaust Pipe Chrome Tip Care
Date: May 14, 2008
Order No.: S-B-49.10/11
Supersedes:
Group: 49
SUBJECT:
MY-All
Models-All with Chrome Tail Pipe Finisher
The Care of Tail Pipe Finishers
2000 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 (208.365) V6-3.2L (112.940) Page 333
Chipping damage from stones hitting tail pipe finishers cannot be prevented, but regular care of the chrome finishers can prevent ensuing corrosion
and rust from forming on the chipped areas.
To retain the gloss and appearance of the chrome on the tail pipe finishers over the life of the vehicle, observe the following:
^ Do not use alkaline or aggressive cleaners, such as wheel cleaner.
^ Particularly in the winter months, use chrome polishing paste on the tail pipe finishers.
Corrosion from stone chipping, rust deposits and dirt.
The replacement of the exhaust system components, such as tail pipes, tail pipe finishers or rear mufflers is not justified when proper care will
maintain the chrome.
Showing untreated left-hand side and treated right-hand side.
Warning!
In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury, wait until the rear exhaust pipes have completely cooled before applying chrome polishing
paste.
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