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Do you mean intercooler-pump?...the intercooler has no moving parts and can't really shut-down. If the pump stops, IAT will rise quickly, but I don't think engine temp will go up any right?
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correct, you will not notice any difference in coolant temps...the only way you will know if the I/C pump has gone out is when the supercharger clutch does not engage...
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C32 '02 silver 70K
IC pump went out after recall/Relay replacement Jan. 23,07
Jan. 23rd, 07 recall relay replacement was done; since then I have noticed, that sometimes the Supercharger "stuttered" at high RPM (feels like ignition is cutting out). Did not pay too much attention at first. But I just read the posts, describing the IC pump issue. Couldn't hear the pump spinning after turning off the car - started to be concerned.
Ordered the Ford (Bosch) replacement IC pump ($89 + shipping as per above tel. #) and bought the Ford fitting connector "prewired"; special order from the local Ford Dealer (overnight delivery) to make the installation look best and prevent future wire-mixup/reversed voltage (DC) later on.
Now, after I completed the installation, I am reading about the possible Recall having caused the IC pump problem in the first place.... Do I smell a rat?
Anyone here, who had to install the pump again... and again... and again? My assumption is, that if the Relay is the culprit - shouldn't the IC pump fail again? Did anyone read the circuit drawings - please confirm, that the pump is on the same leg; i.e. fused separately? It seems to have some "brains/thermostat-switch" which keeps the IC pump spinning after the engine was turned off. I did not get any error message, when I removed the IC pump power cable... Very POOR DESIGN, having to "listen" to the pump, to confirm it's spinning!!! What a blunder!! AMG, are you listening?
Ordered the Ford (Bosch) replacement IC pump ($89 + shipping as per above tel. #) and bought the Ford fitting connector "prewired"; special order from the local Ford Dealer (overnight delivery) to make the installation look best and prevent future wire-mixup/reversed voltage (DC) later on.
Now, after I completed the installation, I am reading about the possible Recall having caused the IC pump problem in the first place.... Do I smell a rat?
Anyone here, who had to install the pump again... and again... and again? My assumption is, that if the Relay is the culprit - shouldn't the IC pump fail again? Did anyone read the circuit drawings - please confirm, that the pump is on the same leg; i.e. fused separately? It seems to have some "brains/thermostat-switch" which keeps the IC pump spinning after the engine was turned off. I did not get any error message, when I removed the IC pump power cable... Very POOR DESIGN, having to "listen" to the pump, to confirm it's spinning!!! What a blunder!! AMG, are you listening?
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https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c55-amg-w203/146457-1fastc32-s-cheep-intercooler-pump-replacement.html
and
https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c55-amg-w203/147115-question-those-who-have-taken-their-cars-service-campaign-2006-030011-a.html
I’ve replaced my intercooler fluid pump once at 40k. Still working perfectly almost 20k miles hence. For ~$100, it has thus far proved to be the least expensive consumable in the car.
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IC pump/recall relay replacement (related issue?)
Thanks Splinter;
I think, I've read most/all posts regarding the IC pump issue (repair instructions were most helpful). Don't recall reading whether anyone had replaced their IC pump multiple times - AFTER replacing the relay (recall). That would be a bummer (uncertainty).
Did you have the recall relay replacement done before or after the IC pump failed/replacement?
Thanks much.
I think, I've read most/all posts regarding the IC pump issue (repair instructions were most helpful). Don't recall reading whether anyone had replaced their IC pump multiple times - AFTER replacing the relay (recall). That would be a bummer (uncertainty).
Did you have the recall relay replacement done before or after the IC pump failed/replacement?
Thanks much.
