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Mercedes-Benz CLS Handbrake Lever Replacement Parts

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Choosing the right used Mercedes-Benz CLS handbrake lever

Used handbrake levers 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:

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Fitment questions

Does the Mercedes-Benz CLS actually have a handbrake lever?

No — the CLS does not have a traditional handbrake lever. All generations of the CLS (W219, 2004–2010, and W218, 2011–2018) use an electronic parking brake operated by a button rather than a mechanical lever, so there is no physical handbrake lever fitted to any variant of this model. If you are looking for the electronic parking brake switch or button, that is the part you need to search for instead.

I need the parking brake switch for a CLS — does the W219 part fit a W218?

The W219 (2004–2010) and W218 (2011–2018) are entirely different generations with different interior designs, so the electronic parking brake switch from one generation will not cross over to the other. Always quote your registration to the breaker so they can confirm the correct part for your specific car.

Does the trim level affect which parking brake switch I need for my CLS?

Trim level can influence the exact switch or surround design, as the CLS was offered in various specification levels (including Sport and AMG Line variants) which sometimes have differently styled centre console trim pieces. The switch mechanism itself is likely consistent across the range within a generation, but confirm the trim specification with the breaker against your registration to be sure of an exact match.

My CLS W218 was facelifted — does the facelift affect the parking brake switch?

The W218 CLS received a facelift in 2014, which brought updates to interior trim and detailing. Whether the parking brake switch itself changed across that facelift boundary is not something that can be confirmed here, so ask the breaker to match the part to your registration rather than just the broad generation.

What should I search for instead of a handbrake lever on my CLS?

You should search for 'electronic parking brake switch' or 'EPB switch' for your Mercedes-Benz CLS, quoting your generation (W219 2004–2010 or W218 2011–2018) and your registration. Breakers will be able to identify the correct switch from your plate, and this is the correct part to request rather than a handbrake lever, which was never fitted to the CLS.