Aero Wiper Retrofit Discussion Thread
12-09-2003, 08:37 PM
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Aero Wiper Retrofit Discussion Thread
I have successfully retrofitted the aero wipers found on the 2004 W203 (and W209) to my '02 32. :p
But it is not a cheap mod at all (the whole thing cost about USD220)!
But it is not a cheap mod at all (the whole thing cost about USD220)!
12-09-2003, 09:30 PM
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The aero wipers, known in Germany as "S-Line Wipers" are quite useful in that that provide better stability at highway speeds while typically emitting less noise at high and low speeds. These are one of several MY04 MR203 upgrades from the C/A209. Others are the rain sensor with 8 sensor array and center console with right/left opening top shelf. The other change for MY04 (not from the 209) is the adoption of the CL203 "cross knit" headliner material for the W and S203 which previously had the soft fuzz.
12-09-2003, 11:17 PM
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a little off topic, but when you have your wipers on can you feel it in your pedals...like vibrations each time they move? I can feel it in the clutch and brake whenever I have mine on.
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12-10-2003, 02:39 AM
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Originally posted by CitronC230K_03
i'd like to know if they wipe better as well.
i'd like to know if they wipe better as well.
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12-10-2003, 03:58 AM
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Re: Aero wipers retrofitted!
Originally posted by Harris
I have successfully retrofitted the aero wipers found on the 2004 W203 (and W209) to my '02 32. :p
But it is not a cheap mod at all (the whole thing cost about USD220)!
I have successfully retrofitted the aero wipers found on the 2004 W203 (and W209) to my '02 32. :p
But it is not a cheap mod at all (the whole thing cost about USD220)!
whats are the parts required ??:
12-10-2003, 08:17 AM
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2003 C230K Sport Coupe, 1986 190E 2.3
It is normal to feel the wipers in the brake pedal. This is due to the fact that the wiper motor and the brake pedal both mount to the firewall and the large wipers need a lot of tourque to move them in a fast and efficient manner. Completely normal.
12-10-2003, 05:22 PM
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calboy: these wipers are the same as the ones on your CLK. You dont need to buy them!
AlBoston: I dont know yet. It hasnt been raining. But all new wipers are supposed to wipe pretty good. It is good just by hosing it.
Kompressor4u2nv: yeah, you can feel the wipers motor when stepping on the pedals. It is normal, BUT IMO, a design flaw. This shouldnt happen to a Mercedes. Only W203s has this problem.
CitronC230K_03: it is a 10 mins DIY job.
DiWi: Exactly. The wiper blade is a one-pc design, you have to buy the whole thing instead of just the rubber. Each blade costs $22.
VERSUS: just get it from the dealership.
AlBoston: I dont know yet. It hasnt been raining. But all new wipers are supposed to wipe pretty good. It is good just by hosing it.
Kompressor4u2nv: yeah, you can feel the wipers motor when stepping on the pedals. It is normal, BUT IMO, a design flaw. This shouldnt happen to a Mercedes. Only W203s has this problem.
CitronC230K_03: it is a 10 mins DIY job.
DiWi: Exactly. The wiper blade is a one-pc design, you have to buy the whole thing instead of just the rubber. Each blade costs $22.
VERSUS: just get it from the dealership.
12-10-2003, 07:44 PM
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Originally posted by Kompressor4u2nv
a little off topic, but when you have your wipers on can you feel it in your pedals...like vibrations each time they move? I can feel it in the clutch and brake whenever I have mine on.
a little off topic, but when you have your wipers on can you feel it in your pedals...like vibrations each time they move? I can feel it in the clutch and brake whenever I have mine on.
WOW! You, too, huh? Man, I thought I was going crazy when I felt the wipers through my pedals...
12-10-2003, 10:22 PM
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retrofitting the single blade is out of question. The motor is mounted in a different location all together. Does any one have the part numbers for the new aero wipers. What's needed. I understand the inserts at 22 dollars are needed, but what else. Arms, etc... MB dealers are a pain when it comes to parts ordering.
12-13-2003, 02:12 AM
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Originally posted by Harris
calboy: these wipers are the same as the ones on your CLK. You dont need to buy them!
AlBoston: I dont know yet. It hasnt been raining. But all new wipers are supposed to wipe pretty good. It is good just by hosing it.
Kompressor4u2nv: yeah, you can feel the wipers motor when stepping on the pedals. It is normal, BUT IMO, a design flaw. This shouldnt happen to a Mercedes. Only W203s has this problem.
CitronC230K_03: it is a 10 mins DIY job.
DiWi: Exactly. The wiper blade is a one-pc design, you have to buy the whole thing instead of just the rubber. Each blade costs $22.
VERSUS: just get it from the dealership.
calboy: these wipers are the same as the ones on your CLK. You dont need to buy them!
AlBoston: I dont know yet. It hasnt been raining. But all new wipers are supposed to wipe pretty good. It is good just by hosing it.
Kompressor4u2nv: yeah, you can feel the wipers motor when stepping on the pedals. It is normal, BUT IMO, a design flaw. This shouldnt happen to a Mercedes. Only W203s has this problem.
CitronC230K_03: it is a 10 mins DIY job.
DiWi: Exactly. The wiper blade is a one-pc design, you have to buy the whole thing instead of just the rubber. Each blade costs $22.
VERSUS: just get it from the dealership.
what are the parts needed for the retrofit ?
12-13-2003, 02:14 AM
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Originally posted by VERSUS
tks for ur reply~
what are the parts needed for the retrofit ?
tks for ur reply~
what are the parts needed for the retrofit ?
12-23-2003, 03:10 PM
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Part numbers for Aero Wiper
Here are the parts needed to retrofit the Aero Wipers on pre-2004 W203s:
203-820-32-44 wiper arm
203-820-27-44 wiper arm
203-824-07-49 cap
203-824-05-49 cap
203-820-10-45 blade
203-820-15-45 blade
203-820-32-44 wiper arm
203-820-27-44 wiper arm
203-824-07-49 cap
203-824-05-49 cap
203-820-10-45 blade
203-820-15-45 blade
12-24-2003, 08:16 PM
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I tried to order the stuff from the dealer and got everything to go through except the blades inserts. One is not available. I was told the are the same on both sides. Can someone verify this.
12-24-2003, 08:37 PM
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Originally posted by sunman
I tried to order the stuff from the dealer and got everything to go through except the blades inserts. One is not available. I was told the are the same on both sides. Can someone verify this.
I tried to order the stuff from the dealer and got everything to go through except the blades inserts. One is not available. I was told the are the same on both sides. Can someone verify this.
