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Old Nov 12, 2013 | 02:00 PM
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2007 CLK 350 Question

Hi Everyone, I purchased a 2007 CLK 350 CPO vehicle from a dealer about 2 years ago. I had one of my last warranty repairs done this week, and got a disturbing message from the dealer. I am not very car saavy, so please forgive me.

The dealer told me that: When the tech was replacing your CD changer that was under warranty, he notice that a code was stored. The code was related to plastic flap in the intake manifold getting stuck. The dealer advised that this could be close to a $2000 issue if it indeed breaks.

I have had zero driving issues, and zero check engine lights during the whole course of ownership. Would you all be worried? Or would you drive until an issue happens?

Also, I read some threads about the balance issues. Would love a vin check. Thanks everyone: WDBTJ56J17F230790
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Old Nov 12, 2013 | 02:08 PM
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Let me add they carefully told me they have not "diagnosed this" but just reporting code they saw
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Old Nov 13, 2013 | 09:08 AM
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they said it had "stuck". update. today the check engine light came on. Went to a local shop that is highly regarded in my area, that isn't the dealer. I will post what happens
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Old Nov 13, 2013 | 10:39 AM
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What is the sympton(s) of this malfunction? I am wondering because OP said he has zero driving issue.

Taken from the other post provided by Glyn M Ruck:

":0521 for intake manifold tumble flaps stored in ME-SFI engine control unit. Performed visual inspection and found linkage rod for intake manifold tumble flaps is broken. Recommend replacement of resonance intake manifold."

Last edited by mis3; Nov 13, 2013 at 11:03 AM.
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Originally Posted by bgregory
Hi Everyone, I purchased a 2007 CLK 350 CPO vehicle from a dealer about 2 years ago. I had one of my last warranty repairs done this week, and got a disturbing message from the dealer. I am not very car saavy, so please forgive me.

The dealer told me that: When the tech was replacing your CD changer that was under warranty, he notice that a code was stored. The code was related to plastic flap in the intake manifold getting stuck. The dealer advised that this could be close to a $2000 issue if it indeed breaks.

I have had zero driving issues, and zero check engine lights during the whole course of ownership. Would you all be worried? Or would you drive until an issue happens?

Also, I read some threads about the balance issues. Would love a vin check. Thanks everyone: WDBTJ56J17F230790
So what ended up happening?
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