Gearbox swap
Right. Going to go ahead and put in a 2nd hand gearbox, and cut my losses with the current one (flaring on 2/3 upchange, whining, K1 kit not worked, oil and filter change not worked). My question is,...
View ArticleA150 yr 2005 Timing chain worn- leaks oil
I am looking for someone who can give me the BEST price to repair my car. The timing chain is worn, the aluminium cover is cracked and so the oil is leaking badly. The chain and quids need sorting out,...
View ArticleHow to turn off limiter on COMMAND
Does anyone know how I can take off the limiter on my COMMAND unit so that I can play DVD's while the car is moving (its not for me but my passengers) Also I have been told I can play Youtube videos on...
View ArticleSlow start up
Hi everyone My E320 CDI Sport (2007) has just started being very slow to start up - as if the glow plugs need replacing - but no warning lights for these. After first starting up, it is fine for the...
View ArticleW202 Wheel Choice
Im undecided on what wheels to put on my C250. At the moment im liking some 18'' AMG monoblocks, i dont want to stray away from MB wheels really, just some bigger factory wheels. Anyone seen a W202 C...
View ArticleMy favourite car ads...
First of all is this one from BMW... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByEE3r4jtoU and these from Mercedes... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-YAtljsldg http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mH1lA7-q8Pc Just...
View ArticleML270 CDi 2000 reg .... few electrical problems
Hello there, Hope anyone out there could provide some guidance here. I have 2000 reg ML270 CDi deisel. In a span of 2 months I had 2 problems : (1) Left (passenger) side mirror electrical not working...
View ArticleShould i be hesitant?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MERCEDES-W...item23123008fe Thats roughly what a dealer charges for non illuminated ones. And £6 shipping from norway? Hmmmm......
View Articledo merc care for their customers???
had an issue with a gl 320 gearbox that kept going into limp mode. was toold i needed valve assembly roughly a £1500 job. took her to merc and told them what car was doing. told them that a valve...
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SL55 -Bizzare rear O/S suspension movement on start up! - Video Included
Hi all, Rather than cluttering my other ABC thread I thought I would make a different one. I did once ask about this but without a video it was hard to describe / not sound crazy! In basic when I turn...
View Articlemercedes vito 639 chassis
hi all,going to convert my dual seat vito to single seat and wondered if anybody has done this.i,ve heard horror stories that the srs light stays on and merc say that theres a paperwork exercise before...
View Articleadvise on changing brake pads on 07 e280 cdi
Hi i am going to change my brake pads all round on my 07 e280cdi estate in a few wks now the nights are getting brighter , i have changed brake pads on fords , jaguars etc but never a merc so is there...
View ArticleRoof bars C320 and W212
Can anyone help, completely confused by Thule. I have roof bars from my old c320 and I can't see why Thule want me to buy the full kit [bars, fixing kit and feet] to fit my new W212. They imply I need...
View ArticleCoolant warning light wont go out :(
Hi Just wondering if anyone has come across a similar problem, the coolant light came on, on my W202 C180, coolant level was fine and not leaking so began by replacing the coolant level sensor in the...
View ArticleML320 W164 2006 will not lock, start or respond
Came back from a 2 week holiday and used the key fob to open the doors. Put the key into the ignition and it was not possible to turn the key. A beeping noise has started and no lights come on, no...
View ArticleE300 1996 Diesel Problem Help Please
Hi I just purchased e300 today only one owner, 40K original miles and mint, the only problem is it drives and cuts out, it cannot go over 10-15 mph and is in Limp mode Any Suggestions on whats wrong, I...
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Sad day...
The S-Class is off to its new owner tomorrow. I've owned this car for the last 7 years and apart from the rust issues it has been a very reliable vehicle. New front wings and rear arches repaired by MB...
View Article1980 SL500 Won't Start
Hi a mate of mine has a 1980 SL500 he is restoring got a message from him today as follows: I have a problem starting the merc. I wonder if you could post a question on the forum you're part of. I have...
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