SL350 Ignition Switch
Hi, Has anybody changed an SL 350 Electronic Ignition Switch or would you recommend a Garage carry this out. Would a second hand replacement Switch work or does this need to be coded Any advise would...
View Article[Spares] Genuine remote battery's, phone cradles x2
Genuine Merc battery's, £6 delivered to uk. Payment by PayPal. Pm me for PayPal address. 2 x old phone cradles , one for 6220 6230 6230i One for 6220 6230. Offers on these???
View ArticleW140 S320 or S500
I am in the market for the S class W140. Some of the S500/S600 I have seen have black leather which is off putting. I have seen some S320 with cream interier which i like. I have my heart set on S500...
View ArticleNew to me w211 e320cdi estate questions
Hi, Just bought a lovely 2003 (53 plate) w211 Avantgarde E320cdi estate. Really pleased with it- such a step forward from the w210 I had before. It drives well with no issues really apart from needing...
View Articleml 270 injeator bolt snap..
just seen if some one can help me, the bolt snap when i was changing two injectors. i've drilled it out but the threads are gone, now i just need to know what to do, do i tap it out for a bigger bolt...
View ArticleAuto opening boot -sometimes doesn't
I have a 2009 w204 estate with the power operated tailgate open and close. It always closes ok but sometimes it doesn't open. It always tries to open, from the remote, door button and tailgate lock....
View ArticleLoud banging/rattling SL350 Fuel Tank?
I have a 2004 SL350. There is a loud banging/knocking sound from behind the drivers side seat which I first thought was something in the boot or roof mechanism but now I think its to do with the fuel...
View ArticleIs mileage an issue?
I feel the need for a V8 in my life and never having owned a Mercedes, note that 430CLK convertibles seem to be available now in my (low) price range. One in particular I like the look of is for sale...
View ArticleMercedes C250TD glow plug extraction gone wrong... need advice as to how to...
No 4 glow plug was sheared off when I bought the car. The hex just spun round, wobbled side to side but the plug wouldn't unscrew. However it still worked, so I left it be. I decided to tackle this and...
View Articlec270 rail pressure sensor and more
Hi guys, 2002 c270 estate 107000 miles done, broke down the other day the cars revs started chasing up and down between 500 and a 1000 revs then it died, got it going again but stopped 10 miles up the...
View Articlecd/radio removal
anyone got instructions how to remove, single cd becker unit from clk 230..2003 model..(209)...television did try you again but your mail box is full again... checked all fuses and are ok...but not...
View ArticleLonger glow plugs
I run a 300TD 1991 and a 2.5 190d on 100% veg oil and every year the cheap glow plugs need replacing. I am considering Bosch duratherm but wondered if i can get a recommendation for ones that will fit...
View ArticleFront Suspension creak
Hi. Does anyone have any idea what would cause my front suspension on my CLS to creak when coming to a stop. It only happens in the final few metres before stopping and is worse if I turn the wheels as...
View Articleweak heater blower
the 190d had a heater replaced last year - new part as well, and it has never worked right- it sort of blows- never really demists and eventually will be warm! My 300TD works great and demists in one...
View Articlelooking for a post?
Tried search but can't find it! I was reading a thread the other day about polishing headlamps up after a car had failed an MOT on it, where is it?? Thanks
View ArticleCheap car batteries at Euro car parts
Euro car parts are selling good make batteries at silly money and a sale on. I bought a Bosch with 4 year guarantee this morning for £50 for the V70r, if you need one you will never buy better or cheaper
View Articlethe wine and ebay 124 CE 24v
Well, it is now passed the MOT - £20 anti roll bar mounting bracket and a bit of exhaust welding (will replace in due course if it behaves). Insurance - added it to the classic policy the SL500 is on,...
View ArticleE vs C class question
I'm in the mood for something economical and I've narrowed it down to two vehicles... 2002 E220 Avantgarde, nice spec with a factory sunroof and xenons and with 61000 miles - black on black (newer...
View ArticleNew engine?
I have been having a nightmare with my 2001 ML320 ... and it's just got worse ... after having to be rescued by the RAC in France (4 children stuck in a hotel on foot), we've been trying to get to the...
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