2005 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 Technical Service Bulletin # S-98_00-31 Date: 130109

Body - Cleaning Tin-Plated Surfaces
Date: January 9, 2013
Order No.: S-B-98.00/31
Group: 98
SUBJECT: MY-All, Models All
Cleaning Tin-Plated Surfaces
Prior to painting tin-plated surfaces do the following:
Procedure
1. Heat with an infrared portable radiant drying unit for approximately 15 minutes.
2000 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 (208.365) V6-3.2L (112.940) Page 421

1. After the surface has cooled sufficiently, clean the area thoroughly with sheet-metal cleaner or degreasing agent.


2. Paint with approved painting material.

Reference http://aftersales.mercedes-benz.com, and S-B-98.00/13T (or latest version).