Few issues on 208 CLK55 - opinions please
#1
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Few issues on 208 CLK55 - opinions please
I finally hit the 30 days + 1000 miles for my ext warranty to kick in on my 208 CLK55. I’ve got a small list of things to attend to – some warranty friendly and some not. Just wanted to get some opinions:
CD changer skipping – really annoying. It skips when I got over tiny bumps. Has anyone run one of those laser cleaner CD’s or is it best to just replace the changer? I only play store bought CD’s (no burns). For replacement I believe my warranty will cover.
Transmission fluid – I don’t believe it’s ever been done on my car but can’t say for sure. I know I’d pay for this myself but just didn’t want to tinker till my warranty was active. I know these are sealed transmissions and some dealers would leave them alone but is the consensus this should be done? I have 54K on the car.
Brakes squealing – I notice once in a while and it mainly happens when the brake pedal is not pressed all the way down. I know for sure it has gotten new pads but not sure about the rotors. Is this squealing likely the rotors or could it be something else? I know the 208 fronts are pricey. Wish this was a warranty item![EEK!](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/eek.gif)
Thanks for any info-
CD changer skipping – really annoying. It skips when I got over tiny bumps. Has anyone run one of those laser cleaner CD’s or is it best to just replace the changer? I only play store bought CD’s (no burns). For replacement I believe my warranty will cover.
Transmission fluid – I don’t believe it’s ever been done on my car but can’t say for sure. I know I’d pay for this myself but just didn’t want to tinker till my warranty was active. I know these are sealed transmissions and some dealers would leave them alone but is the consensus this should be done? I have 54K on the car.
Brakes squealing – I notice once in a while and it mainly happens when the brake pedal is not pressed all the way down. I know for sure it has gotten new pads but not sure about the rotors. Is this squealing likely the rotors or could it be something else? I know the 208 fronts are pricey. Wish this was a warranty item
![EEK!](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/eek.gif)
Thanks for any info-
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The CD should be a warranty item - my factory changer never skips.
The consensus is that you should change the tranmission fluid at the 5 year/50K mile point. MB took a foolish marketing positoin when "sealing" the transmission. It's not a user-friendly job, so unless you're good at DYI, have the dealer attend to it.
Squeaking is likely the pads, but have a mechanic take a look to be sure.
The consensus is that you should change the tranmission fluid at the 5 year/50K mile point. MB took a foolish marketing positoin when "sealing" the transmission. It's not a user-friendly job, so unless you're good at DYI, have the dealer attend to it.
Squeaking is likely the pads, but have a mechanic take a look to be sure.
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I finally hit the 30 days + 1000 miles for my ext warranty to kick in on my 208 CLK55. I’ve got a small list of things to attend to – some warranty friendly and some not. Just wanted to get some opinions:
CD changer skipping – really annoying. It skips when I got over tiny bumps. Has anyone run one of those laser cleaner CD’s or is it best to just replace the changer? I only play store bought CD’s (no burns). For replacement I believe my warranty will cover.
Transmission fluid – I don’t believe it’s ever been done on my car but can’t say for sure. I know I’d pay for this myself but just didn’t want to tinker till my warranty was active. I know these are sealed transmissions and some dealers would leave them alone but is the consensus this should be done? I have 54K on the car.
Brakes squealing – I notice once in a while and it mainly happens when the brake pedal is not pressed all the way down. I know for sure it has gotten new pads but not sure about the rotors. Is this squealing likely the rotors or could it be something else? I know the 208 fronts are pricey. Wish this was a warranty item![EEK!](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/eek.gif)
Thanks for any info-
CD changer skipping – really annoying. It skips when I got over tiny bumps. Has anyone run one of those laser cleaner CD’s or is it best to just replace the changer? I only play store bought CD’s (no burns). For replacement I believe my warranty will cover.
Transmission fluid – I don’t believe it’s ever been done on my car but can’t say for sure. I know I’d pay for this myself but just didn’t want to tinker till my warranty was active. I know these are sealed transmissions and some dealers would leave them alone but is the consensus this should be done? I have 54K on the car.
Brakes squealing – I notice once in a while and it mainly happens when the brake pedal is not pressed all the way down. I know for sure it has gotten new pads but not sure about the rotors. Is this squealing likely the rotors or could it be something else? I know the 208 fronts are pricey. Wish this was a warranty item
![EEK!](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/eek.gif)
Thanks for any info-
2. I'm changing my tranny fluid every 30K miles. Change the diff fluid too.
3. Are the new pads OE? Make sure they're installed correctly....did you bed them in?
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Ditto on the tranny fluid !!!!
Yes factory says tranny is sealed - no need to change fluid and filter. YEAH RIGHT!!!!!
Always Always Always change fluids and filters. Much Much cheaper than a $6000+ new factory tranny.
Yes I have done mine as well.
Always Always Always change fluids and filters. Much Much cheaper than a $6000+ new factory tranny.
Yes I have done mine as well.
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1. try a lens cleaning disc and check your fiberoptic cable at the changer.
2. Have trans serviced every 50k.
3. Are the pads new? If so give them a little time. I have heard alot of squeaking issues with aftermarket pads though if they are.
2. Have trans serviced every 50k.
3. Are the pads new? If so give them a little time. I have heard alot of squeaking issues with aftermarket pads though if they are.
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2. Yes. I also recommend brake fluid changes at 2 years or less, radiator flush every 2 years, oil/filter changes at 5K or less.
My needs may be different than yours....I've only covered 40,000 miles in 6 years, so I'm not having to change the tranny fluid every 2 years.
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Thanks for all the replies. The owner I bought the car from had the brakes done at 50K and I confirmed that with the dealer before I bought it. I would think they used OEM for sure. I will have them looked at when I get the trans done.
The changer - thanks unlucky. That's good advice on the cable and lens cleaner.
The changer - thanks unlucky. That's good advice on the cable and lens cleaner.
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