QUESTION REGARDING K&N AIR FILTERS for 01CLK55

kaps · 01-10-2003, 02:14 AM

im thinking about getting k&n airfilters and i just had a few questions regarding them...first, i believe i would need 2 air filters..is this correct? secondly, how much does it cost? lastly, what hp and torque gains can i expect? and is it worth it? thanks so much for any help.

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karl k · 01-10-2003, 09:06 AM

Check with your MB service advisor re potential warranty voidance first, in case of potential engine aspiration related problems!

ima55r2 · 01-10-2003, 10:06 AM

My MB service manager said there wouldn't be any problems with the K&Ns. Do a search for Bodyart27 for his dyno numbers with the 2 filters. I didn't notice too much of a difference in performance on my clk as I have on other cars.

scp55 · 01-10-2003, 12:10 PM

I have the K&N filters in my 01 CLK55. Noticed a bit more wheelspin. Gtech said it is a bit faster. Traction is a much larger problem. My service manager said it was not an issue from a warranty perspective.

GBD · 01-10-2003, 07:40 PM

I have a 2002 CLK55 with the K&N filters. Now chirps the tires between first and second! Not a lot of power difference. You will need two part #33-2183 from performanceproducts.com I believe about $45 each.

CLK 69 · 01-10-2003, 07:46 PM

Same here, much much more wheelspin.

I then also changed my fuel setting to 93 octane. Should see her run now....

awiner · 01-10-2003, 07:52 PM

In my 2001 CL55, the best advantage of the K&N's was increased gas mileage.

GBD · 01-10-2003, 08:12 PM

Clk69 Did your dealer change the fuel setting for you. Did he do it willingly?

CLK 69 · 01-10-2003, 11:03 PM

GBD

Oh no, I tried 3 and they all refused.

Unfortunately I can't tell who finally did it because of where he/she works.

...but remember. I'm running a 1/4 tank of 100 octane to get 93.

$40 every time I fill her up...

Coop

karl k · 01-11-2003, 10:16 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by CLK 69
Same here, much much more wheelspin.

I then also changed my fuel setting to 93 octane. Should see her run now....

That's a new one for me.

How did you change fuel SETTING to 93 oct.

What do did you change it from - what is original setting?

tnx

CLK 69 · 01-11-2003, 11:05 AM

KARL, HOPE THIS HELPS...

Quote:

Originally posted by KLEEMANN
Heres an easy way to get more HP from your MBZ. All MBZ's shipped here are set up at a "baseline" adaptive ign setting. Roll down to your local MBZ dealer (where you have a friend) and ask them to get out the Star Diagnose machine and plug it in to your car. Go through the engine controls, ME2.8 menu and reset the adaptive ingnition setting to 93 octane. Dont worry this is a EURO antiknock index- equates to approx 91 here. It will advance the timing 6 degrees across the board- good for quite a few hp on the 55 engine.

Plop in a "freeflow" airfilter element and your close to the coveted $3K performance packages.

"Adaptive Ignition Setting" by KLEEMANN

"Young, here are the Fuel and ignition settings" by RENNTECH

RENNTECH Laptop Screen Shots

COOP

karl k · 01-11-2003, 04:29 PM

Coop -

Many thanks for the detailed info.

01-10-2003, 09:06 AM	#2
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01-10-2003, 07:52 PM	#7
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01-10-2003, 11:03 PM	#9
CLK 69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Beverly Hills Posts: 327 Drives: CLK55	GBD Oh no, I tried 3 and they all refused. Unfortunately I can't tell who finally did it because of where he/she works. ...but remember. I'm running a 1/4 tank of 100 octane to get 93. $40 every time I fill her up... Coop Last edited by CLK 69; 01-10-2003 at 11:11 PM.

01-11-2003, 04:29 PM	#12
karl k MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Florida Posts: 2,065 Drives: 2002 CLK 55 AMG Coupe ;)	Coop - Many thanks for the detailed info. __________________ 2002 CLK55 ////AMG brilliant silver & charcoal nappa GPS Comand & Escort 8500

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01-10-2003, 10:06 AM	#3
ima55r2 MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Miami Posts: 1,171 Drives: 08 GL320	My MB service manager said there wouldn't be any problems with the K&Ns. Do a search for Bodyart27 for his dyno numbers with the 2 filters. I didn't notice too much of a difference in performance on my clk as I have on other cars. __________________ Currently: 08 GL320 CDI Previously: 04 E55, 01 CLK55, 99 ML320

01-10-2003, 12:10 PM	#4
scp55 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 3	I have the K&N filters in my 01 CLK55. Noticed a bit more wheelspin. Gtech said it is a bit faster. Traction is a much larger problem. My service manager said it was not an issue from a warranty perspective.

01-10-2003, 07:40 PM	#5
GBD Almost a Member! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Wilmington,N.C. Posts: 72 Drives: CLK55AMG	I have a 2002 CLK55 with the K&N filters. Now chirps the tires between first and second! Not a lot of power difference. You will need two part #33-2183 from performanceproducts.com I believe about $45 each.

01-10-2003, 07:46 PM	#6
CLK 69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Beverly Hills Posts: 327 Drives: CLK55	Same here, much much more wheelspin. I then also changed my fuel setting to 93 octane. Should see her run now....

01-10-2003, 08:12 PM	#8
GBD Almost a Member! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Wilmington,N.C. Posts: 72 Drives: CLK55AMG	Clk69 Did your dealer change the fuel setting for you. Did he do it willingly?

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