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1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Originally Posted by W205C43PFL
Sorry I meant transmission. Was a manual adaptation (Standstill and/or Forced adaptation) ever performed? I heard that fixes the jerking downshift for some folks.
If you mean doing the adaptation reset with the accelerator pedal then yes I have done that too after the dealer preformed an update that didn’t work. I envy the lucky folks who were able to remedy it with a simple reset
If you mean doing the adaptation reset with the accelerator pedal then yes I have done that too after the dealer preformed an update that didn’t work. I envy the lucky folks who were able to remedy it with a simple reset
no no, not that besides people are saying that accelerator pedal reset is a placebo, I am talking about getting your dealership to do a manual adaptation (key word adaptation not reset) it is called Stand-still adaptation in Xentry or Forced Adaptation. (or they might be different things altogether)
1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Originally Posted by W205C43PFL
no no, not that besides people are saying that accelerator pedal reset is a placebo, I am talking about getting your dealership to do a manual adaptation (key word adaptation not reset) it is called Stand-still adaptation in Xentry or Forced Adaptation. (or they might be different things altogether)
Ah I have not had that done. They just did some software update. I don’t really remember what they did but I don’t think it was that.
You're most welcome, this procedure to be performed by the dealership helped quite a few folks on the forums. I get it, the MB transmissions from factory is flawed in terms software controlling the shifts but these procedures should at least help lessen the issue or maybe even eliminate it. Just don't do the pedal reset (flooring the gas in accessory mode) after this procedure completed as I think it might erase all the work done and or make it worse and some people also claims that what you are essentially doing with that pedal reset procedure is really just making the car think you drive in a spirited manner by flooring the pedal so the shifts are therefore quicker but not necessary more smooth.
1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Originally Posted by W205C43PFL
You're most welcome, this procedure to be performed by the dealership helped quite a few folks on the forums. I get it, the MB transmissions from factory is flawed in terms software controlling the shifts but these procedures should at least help lessen the issue or maybe even eliminate it. Just don't do the pedal reset (flooring the gas in accessory mode) after this procedure completed as I think it might erase all the work done and or make it worse and some people also claims that what you are essentially doing with that pedal reset procedure is really just making the car think you drive in a spirited manner by flooring the pedal so the shifts are therefore quicker but not necessary more smooth.
It’s a shame that we have to jump through these hoops like this in a new modern MB. I took my SL on a drive along the coast yesterday and that 40 year old (original) 4 speed auto is buttery smooth and honestly quicker to upshift or downshift than half of the new autos I’ve driven. It’s really a testament to good maintenance and how well it was engineered and built. Truly a car engineered like no other.
It’s a shame that we have to jump through these hoops like this in a new modern MB. I took my SL on a drive along the coast yesterday and that 40 year old (original) 4 speed auto is buttery smooth and honestly quicker to upshift or downshift than half of the new autos I’ve driven. It’s really a testament to good maintenance and how well it was engineered and built. Truly a car engineered like no other.
Agree : )
You mind posting pictures of your SL for me to admire as well : ) Looking forward to the pictures of your baby.
1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Originally Posted by W205C43PFL
Agree : )
You mind posting pictures of your SL for me to admire as well : ) Looking forward to the pictures of your baby.
Here’s what I have on my phone. Not the greatest, but it’s making me realize I need to have a proper photoshoot with the car as I have plenty of great ones for my W205.
I think the blue on the Oldsmobile and the beige on my SL match pretty well.
Here’s one of my W205 because despite its flaws, there’s no denying that it is the most beautiful C class chassis to ever exist.
Here’s what I have on my phone. Not the greatest, but it’s making me realize I need to have a proper photoshoot with the car as I have plenty of great ones for my W205.
I think the blue on the Oldsmobile and the beige on my SL match pretty well.
Here’s one of my W205 because despite its flaws, there’s no denying that it is the most beautiful C class chassis to ever exist.
Drooling Right now... what a sweet sweet ride! Good for you on having this SL! Thanks so much for sharing pictures, don't ever sell your baby.
Your facelift W205 is not bad either.....well other than those issues : (
1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Originally Posted by W205C43PFL
Drooling Right now... what a sweet sweet ride! Good for you on having this SL! Thanks so much for sharing pictures, don't ever sell your baby.
Your facelift W205 is not bad either.....well other than those issues : (
Hahaha thank you I appreciate it! I never plan on selling that car, one owner since new! Ordered new from MB Palm Springs, I still have the original metal ID card that they gave when you would pick up a new MB back then. One of the first 560SL’s, she was built in 1985 for the 1986 MY which was the first year of the 560SL
It’s a love hate relationship with that W205, when she’s not annoying me she sure is nice
Hahaha thank you I appreciate it! I never plan on selling that car, one owner since new! Ordered new from MB Palm Springs, I still have the original metal ID card that they gave when you would pick up a new MB back then. One of the first 560SL’s, she was built in 1985 for the 1986 MY which was the first year of the 560SL
It’s a love hate relationship with that W205, when she’s not annoying me she sure is nice
1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Very interesting, but good on them to recall them all. Makes me wonder what those dealers were really doing when these cars would get towed in. Didn’t they try to do a software update or something?
Let's hope MB is reading this thread and NOT going VW's route.
I hope so, maybe they are reading... https://www.carscoops.com/2023/06/me...adian-dealers/
Yesterday's news. They are rethinking the north america strategy, maybe they are bringing back the low-end cars and bringing back the reliability?
1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Originally Posted by ILoveNY
I hope so, maybe they are reading... https://www.carscoops.com/2023/06/me...adian-dealers/
Yesterday's news. They are rethinking the north america strategy, maybe they are bringing back the low-end cars and bringing back the reliability?
Love to see it! Their EQ brand is a bust. Sure they get some pretty good range but at what cost. I doubt the low-end A class type cars will come back at least to NA as they didn’t sell all too well. I hope they bring back decent reliability but that’s a shot in the dark
Love to see it! Their EQ brand is a bust. Sure they get some pretty good range but at what cost. I doubt the low-end A class type cars will come back at least to NA as they didn’t sell all too well. I hope they bring back decent reliability but that’s a shot in the dark
There will definitely be some changes because the market is turning. Only high profile high margin doesn't work anymore.
More than that, Ola accouching "ICE is dead" might not be the end of the story... as far as I know, BMW and Porsche didn't announce anything like that?
1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Originally Posted by ILoveNY
There will definitely be some changes because the market is turning. Only high profile high margin doesn't work anymore.
More than that, Ola accouching "ICE is dead" might not be the end of the story... as far as I know, BMW and Porsche didn't announce anything like that?
Porsche just announced that they will be slowing down their EV transition. Apparently the new Macan EV that is going to be unveiled next year was supposed to be the only new Macan but Porsche is now stating that they will be building another ICE variant as the demand isn’t fully there. BMW says they will continue ICE alongside EVs. Looks like MB will be joining the other two now as well. Fingers crossed
Ola’s hatred for ICE cars seems to be biting him in the butt as even the EQ line up isn’t selling well in China. Hopefully these blunders are being scrutinized by the board. I can’t see them having much confidence in him but they seem like they like him, at least on the outside. Anymore blunders like this and I think it will be clear that a shake up needs to happen.
MB is definitely rethinking their EV transition strategy, and let's see how Ola presents himself in front of the board. With that kind of money and time wasted and the EQ brand ruining MB reputation even in China, I can't imagine anything good for Ola...
1986 Light Ivory R107 560SL & 2024 W206 Starling Blue C300 4MATIC AMG-Line, Exclusive Trim
Originally Posted by ILoveNY
MB is definitely rethinking their EV transition strategy, and let's see how Ola presents himself in front of the board. With that kind of money and time wasted and the EQ brand ruining MB reputation even in China, I can't imagine anything good for Ola...
Fully agreed! I can’t imagine they’re making any money on these EQ models when they’re practically giving them away. Get your popcorn ready, this is going to be entertaining
Fully agreed! I can’t imagine they’re making any money on these EQ models when they’re practically giving them away. Get your popcorn ready, this is going to be entertaining
Very interesting, but good on them to recall them all. Makes me wonder what those dealers were really doing when these cars would get towed in. Didn’t they try to do a software update or something?
Good question there was an update actually but it some reported it fixed it others said it didn't do anything, as for the fuel pump recall, I guess MB kept it in until they decided the recall was necessary.
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