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Used ac compressors vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
The Mercedes-Benz CLK W209 generation ran from 2002 to 2009, with a facelift in 2005, so a 2003 and a 2006 car sit either side of that facelift boundary. The engine code is the most important factor here — if both cars share the same engine code (found on your V5 or via a VIN check), the compressor is more likely to be compatible, but whether ancillary or mounting details changed across the 2005 facelift is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration before buying.
The W208 ran from 1997 to 2002 and the W209 from 2002 to 2009 — these are distinct generations with different platforms, so the compressors are not a straightforward swap. Engine codes can differ significantly between the two generations even where the badge looks similar, so always match by engine code rather than model year alone. Confirm cross-generation compatibility with the breaker against both registrations before purchasing.
No — trim level does not affect AC compressor fitment on the CLK; Elegance, Avantgarde, and Sport are cosmetic and feature packages, not mechanical variants. What determines the correct compressor is your engine code, fuel type, and gearbox type, not which trim badge is on the boot. When contacting a breaker, give them your engine code from the V5 rather than your trim name.
No — fuel type affects the compressor specification because diesel and petrol engines use different drive arrangements and the compressor is matched to the engine. Even within the same W209 generation, a CDI diesel variant will need a compressor sourced from another CDI car of the same engine code. Always tell the breaker your exact engine code and fuel type to avoid an incorrect part.
Gearbox type can influence ancillary component specifications on some Mercedes-Benz applications, so it is worth flagging to the breaker whether your car is manual or automatic when requesting a quote. The engine code remains the primary matching point, but confirming gearbox type as well gives the breaker the best chance of supplying the right unit. Never assume a straight swap without the breaker checking both registrations.
A 2001 CLK is a W208, the first CLK generation which ran from 1997 to 2002. The most useful thing you can give a breaker is your engine code from the V5 or a VIN check, along with your fuel type and whether the car is manual or automatic. With those details a breaker can accurately identify a compatible used AC compressor from their stock.