First problem.
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First problem.
Well, my '03 goes into the dealer tomorrow for what appears to be a ABC or Power Steering oil leak on the front drivers side at the lower portion of the engine compartment. I assume it will end up being a hose/connection issue. Just started seeing the oil last week and finally saw the oil draining from the lower plastic engine shiled this morning.
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Hmmmm.....
My dads E55 after 6000kms developed a leak in one of the hoses for the radiator....the computer kept tell him that the coolent was low...so he took it to the dealer ASAP......maybe the AMG boys can connect hoses properly
My dads E55 after 6000kms developed a leak in one of the hoses for the radiator....the computer kept tell him that the coolent was low...so he took it to the dealer ASAP......maybe the AMG boys can connect hoses properly
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Adam
I had a minor fluid leak from the ABC on my 02 CL. The tech just tightened the connection and that solved the problem. I noticed the leak draining from the cover under the car directly under the driver's seat). I believe that the pressure in the system is quite high, so unless all connections have been torqued adequately, leaks are not surprising.
I had a minor fluid leak from the ABC on my 02 CL. The tech just tightened the connection and that solved the problem. I noticed the leak draining from the cover under the car directly under the driver's seat). I believe that the pressure in the system is quite high, so unless all connections have been torqued adequately, leaks are not surprising.
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Mine is dripping from right under the drivers side front spoiler.
Will have the car back tomorrow. They are going to do some other things as well. I had a faulty weatherstip that needs replacing as well as getting the ECU flashed with the updated code per the TSB that mbtech208 spoke of for improved mid and higend power.
Will have the car back tomorrow. They are going to do some other things as well. I had a faulty weatherstip that needs replacing as well as getting the ECU flashed with the updated code per the TSB that mbtech208 spoke of for improved mid and higend power.
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Well, no car today again. 
At least I got a 2003 Viper SRT/10 to drive for the weekend. 
(Thanks Dad)
The leak was from a faulty hose with a pin hole leak in it. Mercedes had to order a new hose from their warehouse and it won't be in until Monday. Don't you hate it when they have to order parts in.
At least I got a 2003 Viper SRT/10 to drive for the weekend. (Thanks Dad)The leak was from a faulty hose with a pin hole leak in it. Mercedes had to order a new hose from their warehouse and it won't be in until Monday. Don't you hate it when they have to order parts in.
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What don't you like about the Viper? Let me guess is it the noise or the seats?
What don't you like about the Viper?
Let me guess is it the noise or the seats?
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Originally posted by victoryroad
Adam
Your post said that the ECU flashed with the updated code per the TSB that mbtech208 spoke of for improved mid and higend power. Have you noticed any difference?
Adam
Your post said that the ECU flashed with the updated code per the TSB that mbtech208 spoke of for improved mid and higend power. Have you noticed any difference?
My dealer advised me that this ECU flash WAS NOT for the AMG line. They said the AMG ECU is a different part number.
Therefore, nothing was done on that issue.
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Adam
After my post this morning, I had my car at the dealer for detailing and asked the head tech about a TSB on the CL55, but he did not find any.
The only problems I have had so far are a vanity light over the passenger visor and a loose AMG insignia on the driver's seat back. I get an annoying message about half the time that the chip card is not recognized. I usually keep the card in my right hip pocket. Maybe it is a weak battery because it would be hard to carry the card any closer to the dash/ignition switch. I assume that the sensor(s)/transponder(s) is/are near the ignition switch.
Altogether an awesome car. I did not rate a Viper today, only an 03 E320, which is an altogether well balanced car. Dash and controls on the E Class are quite good also. The new E55 will really crank.
After my post this morning, I had my car at the dealer for detailing and asked the head tech about a TSB on the CL55, but he did not find any.
The only problems I have had so far are a vanity light over the passenger visor and a loose AMG insignia on the driver's seat back. I get an annoying message about half the time that the chip card is not recognized. I usually keep the card in my right hip pocket. Maybe it is a weak battery because it would be hard to carry the card any closer to the dash/ignition switch. I assume that the sensor(s)/transponder(s) is/are near the ignition switch.
Altogether an awesome car. I did not rate a Viper today, only an 03 E320, which is an altogether well balanced car. Dash and controls on the E Class are quite good also. The new E55 will really crank.
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The bulletin # is The bulletin number is P-B-07.00/28a which has noe been superseded to The bulletin number is P-B-07.00/28c .
Keyless go has inductive antennas in each door, in the trunk and in the rear bumper for a total of 5 antennas.
I have noticed that if the card is buried under paperwork on my front seat it wont get recognized either.
Keyless go has inductive antennas in each door, in the trunk and in the rear bumper for a total of 5 antennas.
I have noticed that if the card is buried under paperwork on my front seat it wont get recognized either.
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Thanks Adam. I will start putting the Keyless Go card in my left front pants pocket to be closer to the driver's door. I will also have the dealer replace the battery in both transponders. A minor annoyance, this has been the only problem that I have had with the car. I recently noticed a slight squeak when I touch the accelerator even lightly and believe that a belt may be slipping slightly. It is hardly noticable when the windows are open and not apparent when the windows are closed, but should be checked. Other than that, the car just gets better every day.
