Used Mercedes-Benz CLK Ignition Barrel
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Buying a used Mercedes-Benz CLK ignition barrel: what matters
Fitment on a used ignition barrel varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
- State if you need it complete with keys
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Fitment questions
Does the Mercedes-Benz CLK actually have an ignition barrel?
Yes, the CLK is fitted with a conventional ignition barrel (also called an ignition lock cylinder) located on the steering column, and this applies across all variants of the model. Whether you have a petrol or diesel engine, a coupe or cabriolet, or any trim level, the physical ignition barrel is present on all of them. If your car uses a key rather than a fully keyless push-button start, the barrel is the part you are looking for.
Will an ignition barrel from a W208 CLK fit my W209 CLK?
The CLK ran across two generations: the W208, built from 1997 to 2002, and the W209, built from 2002 to 2009, with a facelift of the W209 arriving around 2005. These two generations use different steering column assemblies and the ignition barrel is not a straightforward swap between them, so you should treat W208 and W209 parts as separate. Always confirm the exact part against your registration with the breaker before buying.
Does a pre-facelift W209 ignition barrel fit a facelift W209 CLK (2005 onwards)?
Both the pre-facelift and facelift W209 CLK share the same basic generation platform, and in many cases the ignition barrel is the same unit across the production run from 2002 to 2009. However, whether this holds true for your specific car can depend on the barrel's coding and lock profile, so confirm with the breaker using your registration to be sure before purchasing.
Does the trim level affect which ignition barrel I need - for example, Elegance versus Avantgarde?
No, trim level does not affect ignition barrel fitment on the CLK - the barrel is determined by the generation (W208 or W209) and the steering column assembly, not by whether your car is an Elegance, Avantgarde, or Sport. You may find that a barrel sourced from a different trim looks slightly different cosmetically, for example in the finish of the surrounding shroud, but the functional barrel itself will be the same. Focus on matching the generation rather than worrying about trim.
Will an ignition barrel from a CLK coupe fit a CLK cabriolet?
In most cases yes, because the ignition barrel sits in the steering column and is not related to the body style or roof arrangement. Both the coupe and cabriolet variants of the W208 and W209 use the same steering column setup, so a barrel from a coupe donor car should correspond to the equivalent cabriolet of the same generation. Confirm this with the breaker against your registration as a final check before committing.
Does the engine make any difference to which ignition barrel fits my CLK?
No, the engine type does not affect ignition barrel fitment on the CLK - whether your car has a four-cylinder, V6, V8 petrol, or a diesel, the barrel is determined by the generation and steering column, not the engine. This means you can source a barrel from a petrol CLK for a diesel one, or vice versa, provided the generation matches. Confirm with the breaker using your registration to make sure the specific part number corresponds to your car.