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Oct 3, 2009 | 05:20 AM

W203E35

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2006 C350 Sport 6MT

M272 Do It Yourself

What's a good way to give back to the community? Post instructions on how to do maintenance the same way MB techs do.

Open Engine Hood and Move to Upright Position and Close
http://i37.tinypic.com/2hhhnrs.jpg

Removing/Installing Air Filter Housing
http://i33.tinypic.com/rr1u8o.jpg

Removing/Installing Air Pump
http://i37.tinypic.com/ih5m2r.jpg
http://i35.tinypic.com/wqwt2h.jpg

Changing Spark Plugs

Remove/Install Ignition Coils
http://i33.tinypic.com/2illdtw.jpg
http://i33.tinypic.com/2ihxfmg.jpg

Replace Spark Plug
http://i35.tinypic.com/2mevbpg.jpg
http://i38.tinypic.com/2pzxv15.jpg

Remove/Install Starter
http://i34.tinypic.com/6xyu61.jpg
http://i35.tinypic.com/2uptl61.jpg

Remove/Install Alternator
http://i38.tinypic.com/e04mkx.jpg
http://i34.tinypic.com/21c9ova.jpg

Changing Oil

Instructions
http://i33.tinypic.com/dov1u8.jpg
http://i33.tinypic.com/2w3vt4x.jpg

Replace Filter
http://i37.tinypic.com/10x56dx.jpg

Suctioning Oil
http://i34.tinypic.com/4jked.jpg

Reset Service Indicator
http://i35.tinypic.com/2w536nd.jpg

Jacking up Car
http://i38.tinypic.com/bg2rft.jpg

Removing Bottom Compartment
http://i37.tinypic.com/29bhfmw.jpg
(Didn't see a how to on removing drain plug-just remove it if you really want to)

Remove/Install Radiator
http://i38.tinypic.com/30iayxu.jpg
http://i37.tinypic.com/a48zgl.jpg
Remove/Install Electric Fan
http://i35.tinypic.com/2mfy8gy.jpg
http://i36.tinypic.com/2430qbd.jpg
http://i38.tinypic.com/2d8kr4z.jpg
http://i38.tinypic.com/24fbtax.jpg

Replace Fuel Filter
http://i33.tinypic.com/2m4vl2e.jpg

Remove/Install Fuel Pump
http://i37.tinypic.com/33c3eqe.jpg
http://i35.tinypic.com/rv9ijr.jpg

More to come..........
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Oct 3, 2009 | 05:44 AM

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You're a valuable member, Karo. Much appreciated, even if I never use it.

Oct 3, 2009 | 09:36 AM

omg its nate

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WOW Thanks!

Oct 3, 2009 | 10:00 AM

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Looks like someone got their hands on the STAR Service Manual DVD

Just got mine on Thursday. It is great, isn't it?

Oct 3, 2009 | 10:44 AM

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Hi Haro, Thanks for the interesting threads they are really helpful. I have a W203 and changed the batteries in my key/remote and since then the odometer is reading 999999 km for the total km reading. It does not roll over to 0. The trip meter works fine and records the distane travekled correctly. Km to next service does not decrease either. Any suggestions please.

Oct 4, 2009 | 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by johnand

Looks like someone got their hands on the STAR Service Manual DVD

Just got mine on Thursday. It is great, isn't it?

I might not get extended warranty because of this software. Common problems/customer complaints (learn the inside secrets).

Oct 4, 2009 | 11:02 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Karo

I might not get extended warranty because of this software. Common problems/customer complaints (learn the inside secrets).

Next time your in there see if you find anything on generic OBD2 scan tool code P0012. I couldn't find anything on that code

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Oct 5, 2009 | 01:12 AM

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Here is what I found on the camshaft ("Check Basic Position of CamShaft")

http://i35.tinypic.com/29fazcy.jpg
http://i35.tinypic.com/17efxs.jpg

There is way more (Taking out camshaft, Set basic position of camshaft)
It's under "engine timing"-"Camshaft, Camshaft adjustment"

Here are possible causes:
Cam timing improperly set.
Continuous oil flow to the VCT piston chamber.
VCT solenoid valve stuck open.
Camshaft advance mechanism binding (VCT unit).

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Oct 5, 2009 | 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Murtu

Did you get this resolved? A lot of people say it's because of your cluster? Did you change your cluster?

Take a look at this. Hopefully you can find someone who has something like this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jI_kE9It9R4

It's called the EnigmaTool. Find someone with it because it costs 9,500 Euro
http://www.cardiag.eu/enigma-tool/

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Oct 5, 2009 | 07:44 AM

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Oct 5, 2009 | 12:16 PM

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nice!

Oct 5, 2009 | 12:49 PM

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wow thanks. some very informative info here.

Oct 5, 2009 | 03:53 PM

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ye-eeeiiya! thanks

Oct 5, 2009 | 04:40 PM

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I take requests guys, so please if you ever need any diagrams PM me and 'll try to find what I can

Not everyone has the M272 so just let me know.

MJ, once I get home bro i'll take care of that

Oct 11, 2009 | 02:17 PM

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Oct 12, 2009 | 09:17 PM

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sticky!!!!!!!!!

Mar 23, 2010 | 03:21 AM

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Bump for the new guys

Mar 23, 2010 | 05:20 AM

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This is amazing. +1

I was just thinking.. the best DIY's ever--would be if someone listed all the things that different services require. Then compiled it into clickable sections or simply a list of things to check off.
Does anyone get what I'm kind of saying?

Rather than taking in the car to do these services, why not do them yourself at a fraction of the cost?
The thing that stops most people (or just me) is that they don't know where to start, so a compilation of a list of things in each different service would be at least one step forward into people taking the time to do things.

Once again,

Karo.

*I would help compile the list if I knew what each service entailed fully..

Mar 23, 2010 | 05:23 AM

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There is this if it help?

https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ance-info.html

Mar 23, 2010 | 09:27 AM

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How about instructions for a rear mount turbo???

Mar 23, 2010 | 11:05 AM

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wow great post karo, wish there was one of these for a M112!

Mar 23, 2010 | 05:27 PM

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How about instructions for a rear mount turbo???

I still really haven't ditched the idea. I have been talking to some G35/350Z guys and have learned that it all comes down to the work is not worth it. By that I mean you are already going to do a turbo setup and spend a good chunk of money you might as well go the whole nine yards. I can't go the whole nine yards because I haven't heard of any reputable shops that can make lower compression pistons. With the stock compression which is 10.7 max I can run is 7-8psi and this is pushing it. Realistically I will probably do 4-5 to be on the safe side on the stock motor. With that much psi I probably will spend a lot of money and end up making probably 280 - 300 to the rear wheels. All this will most likely cost anywhere between 5-8k depending on the hardware (quality not ebay crap) and will need someone to specially tune the car. Atleast this is what I have been told by a lot of guys. The G35/350Z motor is easier because people have explored it. There are tons of aftermarket ECUs, and tons of info and tons of products. With the M272 no one has really explored it's capability. Again I haven't thrown out the idea 100% yet. Once i get back on track and start saving fund I'll still consider it. As of right now i'm 20% let's do it and 80% forget it.

We'll see

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Originally Posted by 03MBC320

wow great post karo, wish there was one of these for a M112!

I'll make one for all the w203 soon. Just got to dedicate some time

Mar 23, 2010 | 05:57 PM

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1999 CLK320 (sold), 2007 C230 SS (gone), 2000 Grand Marquis, 2011 CR-Z, stay tuned...

I know it's off topic, but it goes with the rear-mount talk... How much harder/more expensive is it to dyno tune one of our cars compared to, say, a Nissan?