2005 w203 157000 miles and feeling old. Need advise please
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06 C230 SS 6spd
heres a OEM one fore 277
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-GENUINE-...b413d9&vxp=mtr
Heres an aftermarket one for 90 from the same company
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-AIR-MASS...48bffe&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-GENUINE-...b413d9&vxp=mtr
Heres an aftermarket one for 90 from the same company
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-AIR-MASS...48bffe&vxp=mtr
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heres a OEM one fore 277
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-GENUINE-...b413d9&vxp=mtr
Heres an aftermarket one for 90 from the same company
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-AIR-MASS...48bffe&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-GENUINE-...b413d9&vxp=mtr
Heres an aftermarket one for 90 from the same company
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-AIR-MASS...48bffe&vxp=mtr
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06 C230 SS 6spd
i personally lean towards OEM but aftermarket are required to meet OEM specs, so its all up to you. I've used the less expensive aftermarket parts before without any problems.
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I'm comparing the pic of the aftermarket one with the the original from a DIY thread. It looks more identical that the oem replacement version...
https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...ent-mafout.jpg
Correct me if I'm wrong
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06 C230 SS 6spd
heres all of them on ebay
i just put in the OEM part number
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...0940248&_rdc=1
i just put in the OEM part number
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...0940248&_rdc=1
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Cleaning the MAF is probably the way to go if you're not getting a code. I replaced all my engine and transmission mounts at 132k and it did make a difference. I plan to replace the flex discs pretty soon, also something you should consider.
Ultimately this is the reality that you and I and anyone else who keeps these cars as they age will face. Do we seemingly constantly spend a few hundred here and there on keeping them in perfect order, does there come a point where we keep up general maintenance but let go of the idea of perfect, or do we simply buy something new?
I'm not sure what the answer is for me in the long term. In the short term I'm keeping things as close to perfect as possible. It ain't easy or cheap, and I have pretty cheap labor rates!
Ultimately this is the reality that you and I and anyone else who keeps these cars as they age will face. Do we seemingly constantly spend a few hundred here and there on keeping them in perfect order, does there come a point where we keep up general maintenance but let go of the idea of perfect, or do we simply buy something new?
I'm not sure what the answer is for me in the long term. In the short term I'm keeping things as close to perfect as possible. It ain't easy or cheap, and I have pretty cheap labor rates!
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Cleaning the MAF is probably the way to go if you're not getting a code. I replaced all my engine and transmission mounts at 132k and it did make a difference. I plan to replace the flex discs pretty soon, also something you should consider.
Ultimately this is the reality that you and I and anyone else who keeps these cars as they age will face. Do we seemingly constantly spend a few hundred here and there on keeping them in perfect order, does there come a point where we keep up general maintenance but let go of the idea of perfect, or do we simply buy something new?
I'm not sure what the answer is for me in the long term. In the short term I'm keeping things as close to perfect as possible. It ain't easy or cheap, and I have pretty cheap labor rates!
Ultimately this is the reality that you and I and anyone else who keeps these cars as they age will face. Do we seemingly constantly spend a few hundred here and there on keeping them in perfect order, does there come a point where we keep up general maintenance but let go of the idea of perfect, or do we simply buy something new?
I'm not sure what the answer is for me in the long term. In the short term I'm keeping things as close to perfect as possible. It ain't easy or cheap, and I have pretty cheap labor rates!
And flex disc? What is that?
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Where could I purchase engine and tranny mounts for cheap?
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With the MAF just make sure it has the correct part number. On the black plastic cover. VW/Audi MAFs look identical but won't work on a Benz.
Make sure that the SC wastegate controller is behaving. You would get a code.
As Matt said many posts back. Do a throttle reset to get the TPS & throttle plate synchronised. Nothing is worse than chasing low power when in fact the throttle is not opening properly.
Make sure that the SC wastegate controller is behaving. You would get a code.
As Matt said many posts back. Do a throttle reset to get the TPS & throttle plate synchronised. Nothing is worse than chasing low power when in fact the throttle is not opening properly.
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With the MAF just make sure it has the correct part number. On the black plastic cover. VW/Audi MAFs look identical but won't work on a Benz.
Make sure that the SC wastegate controller is behaving. You would get a code.
As Matt said many posts back. Do a throttle reset to get the TPS & throttle plate synchronised. Nothing is worse than chasing low power when in fact the throttle is not opening properly.
Make sure that the SC wastegate controller is behaving. You would get a code.
As Matt said many posts back. Do a throttle reset to get the TPS & throttle plate synchronised. Nothing is worse than chasing low power when in fact the throttle is not opening properly.
Will do the labor and clear the codes if any. I'm just trying to find a better deal for a Maf
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ok guys, i finally purchased my new maf. i ended up opting for oem. VDO seimens for $235 plus tax at bma autoparts. great deal for oem.
quick question, since i'm going to have to remove the airbox, is there anything around that area that would also need replacing? common hoses that go bad.? so before i take it to the shop i would loveto have additional parts ready for them to replace...
quick question, since i'm going to have to remove the airbox, is there anything around that area that would also need replacing? common hoses that go bad.? so before i take it to the shop i would loveto have additional parts ready for them to replace...
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