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Old Nov 12, 2016 | 01:12 PM
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Question Head Bolt Replacement - Advice - Who has had this done?

I am aware of the noted problem and the TSB. I assume this work is a must do?

Has anyone had this work performed either by an indy or Benz dealer? Ball park pricing through an Indy?


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Old Nov 13, 2016 | 05:13 PM
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Roughly $3k at an indy is about right including revised tappets.
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Old Dec 6, 2016 | 01:55 PM
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Yeah, $3-4K with an indy. Preferably an off-duty MB dealer mechanic (IMO) A dealer is prolly double that , at least.

I don't think it is as big a problem as the internet made it out to be, the number of cars that had actual failures is fairly low...I've had my M156 for 5 years with zero issues. I too was worried prior to purchase, but all that sleep was lost for nuttin'.
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So are the Black Series cars in the TSB so should not MBUSA pick up the tab i am looking into a BS so should i consider this a must do and lower my offer if car has not had this fix
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I don't believe they will 'pick up the tab'....they 'might' help you out if there is a failure, but only if there is a failure...preemptive replacement will not be covered I was told from my local dealer.
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