Goodbye C55, we had a fun few weeks.
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Might not be a bad idea, UNTIL they tell you your ECU is bad and it's $3k to replace (ask Jake what happened to him a couple weeks ago).
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C55 AMG T with Kleemann K2 and some stuff: 414 hp and 562 Nm :-)
You need to find a good, honest authorized MB workshop!
Took me several years and it´s locacated 84 miles away...
The closer ones just want to change parts.
Took me several years and it´s locacated 84 miles away...
The closer ones just want to change parts.
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Sigh. Ok, I'll be chatting with them and see where this goes. I'll keep you guys posted on the haps. Worse case scenario, I'll either get a replacement C55 from them or shop around... I kinda want another G8. Easy to work on, easy to maintain.
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1999 E320 4matic Wagon, 2005 C55 AMG - sold, 1998 VW Jetta TDI - sold, 2006 C230 Sport - Totaled :(
My STAR arrived yesterday and the computer I ordered to operate it with arrives today. I'll be setting everything up this weekend and running the diagnostics on mine.
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Sorry to hear about your ongoing issues with your C55. Sounds like a possible front SAM issue. On the left side of the engine bay next to the driver wiper blades you can see the brake fluid reservoir, To the right of that there will be a black box with some slide locks. Check to see if there are any cracks on the cover if so remove it by sliding the locks to the open position and inspect the control modules in there if you see ANY signs of water be sure to bring it to your mechanics attention.
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They found that the wire harness going to the ABS/ESP module had some wires that had been nicked somehow, so they're in the process of replacing said harness now. No one in the US had it in stock, so the shop ordered it from Germany. Fingers crossed. If this doesn't pan out, I'm seriously considering a first gen IS350.
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'16 C63s
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You are very unlucky to have this happen. The chance of something untoward happening again if you looked for another C55 is incredibly unlikely. These are extremely reliable cars in general. The power and especially torque difference between those two cars is quite large.
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Well, the verdict is in. The wiring harness and respective 8+ hours of labor to install did ABSOLUTELY NOTHING and the issue remains. So, time to car shop... I may consider getting another C55, but... well... I'm sure you can understand my apprehensiveness. Yes, the power and torque difference between the cars is large, but what's the point of having a fast car if it's always needing repairs? I'll keep everyone posted on what I get.
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I completely understand, with that said it's one of those things that just happen! most of these cars are super reliable. I have had mine for going on 12 or so years and other than things that I brake the car has been really reliable.
Hope you find something your happy with. ISF??
Hope you find something your happy with. ISF??
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'16 C63s
I completely understand, with that said it's one of those things that just happen! most of these cars are super reliable. I have had mine for going on 12 or so years and other than things that I brake the car has been really reliable.
Hope you find something your happy with. ISF??
Hope you find something your happy with. ISF??
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Coming from a guy who dumped endless cash into his c32. I am not planing on owning a forced induction MB again till I can buy a new one. I just picked up a CLK55 and am much happier.
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Low and behold, the issue has been resolved! You guys ready for this?? Apparently the gas pedal switch was having voltage issues with the associated SAM. Replaced gas pedal, did a full vehicle reprogram, and voila - fixed! Now I just need to find a dyno in the area and see how much my Kleemann headers and tune are putting down...
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I'd obviously get aftermarket warranty coverage on the E55
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Have not man, since the E55 idea fell by the wayside. If I find any info though, I'll reach out to you.
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So wait... It took them more than 4 months to diagnose a P0123/P0120 "Throttle/ position sensor/switch A circuit high input" code that would not throw a CEL but it still would have been in the Pending Codes section of memory.
I think it is time to find a new shop.
I think it is time to find a new shop.
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'16 C63s
On a different topic, I see you're in Tampa - I'll actually be moving there in a few months.
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Yeah I am in Tampa. Best MB shop in the area, with good prices is Werner's in Tarpon Springs. a little drive from Tampa but worth it. The Father, who is retired knows everything there is too know about the older cars. He worked for MB in Germany before coming here. Markus, the son, runs the shop now, he went to Germany to train as a Master Mechanic before coming back here to work for his dad. He is very good, and they have a Certified STAR Diag system.
Once you get to the area let me know if you need any guidance. I do most the work on my cars. the SLK has 280K miles, and the C55 has 185K now.
Once you get to the area let me know if you need any guidance. I do most the work on my cars. the SLK has 280K miles, and the C55 has 185K now.
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Yeah I am in Tampa. Best MB shop in the area, with good prices is Werner's in Tarpon Springs. a little drive from Tampa but worth it. The Father, who is retired knows everything there is too know about the older cars. He worked for MB in Germany before coming here. Markus, the son, runs the shop now, he went to Germany to train as a Master Mechanic before coming back here to work for his dad. He is very good, and they have a Certified STAR Diag system.
Once you get to the area let me know if you need any guidance. I do most the work on my cars. the SLK has 280K miles, and the C55 has 185K now.
Once you get to the area let me know if you need any guidance. I do most the work on my cars. the SLK has 280K miles, and the C55 has 185K now.
