M272 Engine: Cam adjuster magnet & balancer shaft sprocket issues DTB
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late 2009 CLK 350 Coupe Elegance, '65 Jaguar S Type wires
M272 Engine: Cam adjuster magnet & balancer shaft sprocket issues DTB
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C280 4Matic 2006
Nervous - about to purchase C280 4Matic 2006 - M272 Engine
I am about to purchase a used MB C280 4Matic 2006 with less than 47K miles (private party sale) and heard that there is a problem with the M272 engine in this car. I have the vin number but that does not help with getting further info to see if this car is affected. These M272 engines bearing serial numbers up to 2729...30468992. Where can I get this serial number from. I have the VIN. The problem is that the Balance Shaft Gear is Not Case Hardened, Gear Will Wear Out and cost of repair is expensive $6500. Can you help?
I really like this car...but worry that I may be buying a problem.
Took it for a test drive and it drives nice. What do you think?
I really like this car...but worry that I may be buying a problem.
Took it for a test drive and it drives nice. What do you think?
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2006 C280
Can someone check my VIN
HI-
I am pretty sure that I have this issue as the dealer said the repairs for new balance shaft would be $6400.
Can someone please check my VIN and see if my engine is in the range of faulty ones.
VIN- WDBRF92H96F791047
This is greatly appreciated!!!!!
I am pretty sure that I have this issue as the dealer said the repairs for new balance shaft would be $6400.
Can someone please check my VIN and see if my engine is in the range of faulty ones.
VIN- WDBRF92H96F791047
This is greatly appreciated!!!!!
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Sorry to bring this thread up again, but what exactly is wrong with some engines on here and how do you notice? also how do I know if my vehicle is affected ?
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From: Llandudno, Cape Town, South Africa
late 2009 CLK 350 Coupe Elegance, '65 Jaguar S Type wires
You will get a P0016 & 17 together. Cam timing out. Then you know you have a worn balance shaft sprocket. They had a hardening problem & all the teeth wear off. See pictures in the bulletin.
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07 E63 + 07 CLK63CAB
Hello Glyn,
Would you do me a favour and check out the VIN for a 2009 C230, my son in law is looking at. I have my concerns that this is in the effected range for trouble.
VIN#WDDGF85X39F314050
It's a Canadian car EH!
Thanks in advance
John
Would you do me a favour and check out the VIN for a 2009 C230, my son in law is looking at. I have my concerns that this is in the effected range for trouble.
VIN#WDDGF85X39F314050
It's a Canadian car EH!
Thanks in advance
John
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C300 4Matic
Can someone please check my VIN? WDDGF8BB0AF462394
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
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2019 GLA 250 - I am in purgatory right now...
Hi Guys,
Wondering if I am in on this exclusive group. Can someone check my vin number please? I tried myself but I cannot navigate the russian parts number site...
WDDGF54X18R015654
Much TIA.
Rick
Wondering if I am in on this exclusive group. Can someone check my vin number please? I tried myself but I cannot navigate the russian parts number site...
WDDGF54X18R015654
Much TIA.
Rick
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Looking at Purchasing a C300 - Vin Check Please?
Can somebody please do a check on these vin's for the balance shaft issue
WDDGF5EB3AR092423
WDDGF54X69F222480
WDDGF54XX9R048637
WDDGF5EB3AR092423
WDDGF54X69F222480
WDDGF54XX9R048637
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2001 E55 AMG
Can someone look up my vin? WDDGF56X58F171811
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SLK 350 & C 300 4matic
I would appreciate a check of mine as well, thanks in advance.
derflieger@hotmail.com if that's convenient.
WDDGF8BB5BA508476
Engine # 272948 31 794172
derflieger@hotmail.com if that's convenient.
WDDGF8BB5BA508476
Engine # 272948 31 794172
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2013 C300 4matic Sport
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SLK230K ASP Pulley
Balance shaft wow!
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C280
I bought my C280 w203 2007 a day after christmas. I drove it for two day's and got a "Check Engine" light, took it to auto zone and got a code P0015 I read around this forum and it said it was probably just a magnet. Got the magnet replaced at a shop and it was $100, drove it for two weeks and light came back on, took it to a dealership and told me that the timing is off and something is wrong with the camshaft, lower control arm and also some wire harness... so now I have a car that I haven't even made a first payment and I have quotes on things that need to be done that add up to $7000 :O what should I do? any advice? I contacted MB and they are only willing to help with 10% off the cost :/ unfortually my vehicle is out of warranty, I called the dealership where I bought it and they are just avoiding me and said I should of taken my car to a mechanic before I bought it and it was sold as is with no warranty... I'm in a really tight spot.
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2013 C300 4matic Sport
I would continue to contact the dealership you bought it from. If they sold it "As Is" they may not do anything, but it's definitely worth a shot. You can also contact Mercedes-Benz (1800-367-6372) and relay your situation. They can get a hold of the dealership and try to get some results. Good luck!
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c350 sport
Please check my vin number
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2013 C300 4matic Sport
Would you please check vin WDDGF56XX8F149223 forme.
Your engine # is 27296130913199. Your production date is 3/6/08. Check the bulletin here.
You also have a cam solenoid recall and tail light recall.
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c350 sport
Your engine # is 27296130913199. Your production date is 3/6/08. Check the bulletin here.
You also have a cam solenoid recall and tail light recall.
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From: NYC
'09 C300 4matic (w204)
WDDGF81X59R070230 any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks.
