SLK 230 Residual Current (Ignition Off)
Can anyone tell what the residual current should be on a 1998 SLK 230 with ignition turned off. I assume it is only the cars security alarm system that should be drawing any current in this state. The...
View Article[Spares] Opie Oils Competition Winner Is...
The winner of ALL NEW Apple iPad Mini is Simon Burn, a member of Type-R-Owners.co.uk. Our next competition will be in January and from then on we will have a competition once a month!!! - The Opie Oils...
View ArticleI know its an AMG but...
I'm driving from London to Edinburgh on Saturday in the SL55.... Is there anyway to make the ride a bit softer?...I am thinking along the lines of typre pressure etc. The boot will be fully loaded....
View ArticleML320 Full Service Question ( 2000 yom )
Hi Owned my ML for 6 months now, done 5000 miles and apart from bouncing drivers door lock (Managed to do myself after reading a excellent write up on a Usa forum), has been trouble free and a great...
View ArticleBest Car Advertisement Of The Year!
I love this car advertisement and thought of sharing it with you guys. I never knew mothers who have children are gangsters. I will ask mine tonight if she's one of them. Enjoy! 'The Motherhood' ft....
View ArticleNo more Frozen door frames
Thanks to info gained at one of our meets, I have just received my Gummi Pfledge. As both the CL55 & BMW850 are pilarless, this stuff should be a welcome relief in the cold months ahead:...
View ArticleC vs S on e320 cdi
I just can't feel any difference whether I select C mode or S mode on my gearbox. Is it not working properly or is the difference quite subtle? I can't really detect any difference in the mpg stats....
View ArticleDVLA..HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE=NO LICENCE
Just heard on local BBC Radio Solent that if you suffer from high blood pressure (hypertension) you will lose your licence, I am worried now because last week i had to go and have a BP test, my doctor...
View ArticleAnything to be aware of when changing W215 V8 engine mounts?
As the title says. I've changed engine mounts on my old E430 and found that it was possible to do from underneath with the car on ramps and the engine jacked up with a trolley jack. I haven't looked...
View ArticleRemove rear centre console cig lighter w211
Hi, I want to fit some rear tv DVD type things in the car, and would like to tap into the ciggie point behind the centre console. I don't want a doubler visible as I hate wires all over, and I am using...
View ArticleMB Maintenance Manuals
Again, North American but lots of info for many models and covering many years.. Maintenance Manuals
View ArticleRear light not working on slk 170
My rear light are not working both sides, have checked the fuse and the bulbs are okay. any ideas were else to look ?
View Article2008 C-Class mirrors
Is there any way you can have the new mirror covers on a 2008 C class?
View ArticleElectronic Key problems: repair recommendation
I just had a problem with the key on my school run special, which is a Renault Grand Scenic. This has a card instead of a traditional key, and the reader stopped recognising either key card. I messed...
View ArticleSerpentine belt failure, one thing to look for after.
Hi All just thought I would share this with you. I have had the High pressure fuel pump leaking on start up for a while now, had a look on saturday and another head on the pump had started leaking,...
View ArticleDronsfields is the UKs largest independent Mercedes specialist.
Dronsfields is the UKs largest independent Mercedes specialist. We are a family run business established for over 40 years that is proud of its friendly, competitive service. We stock a huge quantity...
View ArticleProbably the smallest V12 Engine in the world
http://www.wimp.com/tiniestengine/ The world tinest V12 engine,have a look
View ArticleC230 Kompressor 1997
I am inheriting the above vehicle and have been told that the auto gearbox occasionally slips under hard acceleration. Could this be an electro-plate issue? Would welcome any comments. Reply With Quote
View Article2005 W211 220cdi - Non Start, no crank?
Hi guys. I recently got a 220cdi, was fine for a week but now it wont start or crank. At first I suspected the ecu to be at fault due to esp and abs warnings plus the engine fan running at full speed....
View Articlec220 cdi 203 model timing set up?
hi guys,we have replaced the cylinder head gasket on the above mercedes but we are confused with timing marks on the crankshaft,as auto data doesn't seem to show them clearly and can't seem to be able...
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