Camshaft solenoid campaign
01-09-2013, 09:04 PM
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Camshaft solenoid campaign
I had routine Service A performed on my 550 and a retrofit wiring harness was installed. You self service guys might want to check it out. 2008 MY.
01-10-2013, 05:42 PM
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2008 Barolo Red GL450, P1, 19" pkg, ipod, ill. door sills, running boards, trailer hitch, keyless go
I think my Cam seal plugs started leaking a few weeks ago. A few drops of oil on the floor every day from the back of the engine compartment. When I stopped off last week at the stealership to set up an appointment, they told me mine was part of the Cam solenoid campaign. The seals are not covered because I'm out of warrenty. Will buy the parts ($15) and try to replace them this weekend along with the engine air filters
01-12-2013, 05:56 PM
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2008 Barolo Red GL450, P1, 19" pkg, ipod, ill. door sills, running boards, trailer hitch, keyless go
The larger of the 3 cam seals was leaking a little oil. Several of the tabs were broken when I got it out. Pretty easy job. Just had to pull the air filter box and cross bar. Replaced both the engine and cabin filters while I had everything apart. Took about an hour and saved the $300 that my SA said it would be.
Will get the cam solenoid fixed at the next scheduled service.
Will get the cam solenoid fixed at the next scheduled service.
