chrome seat handles
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chrome seat handles
my seat handles for the coupe, the chrome ones that you pull upwards to make the seat move fwd and back,, the chrome coating is peeling off.
can the handle latch itslef be ordered to for the replacment? whats rough cost USD - ive been lookn online and cant find a ballpark cost
thanks
can the handle latch itslef be ordered to for the replacment? whats rough cost USD - ive been lookn online and cant find a ballpark cost
thanks
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I bought my 2013 C207 a week ago and I noticed the chrome peeling but Didn’t think much of it until… my little one slit his wrist open on one of them today really deep cut. Was really upset and have come across this thread. But I’m not the original owner and the car is now 7 years old. Is there anyway I can still have this done under warranty?
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My wife sliced her finger on the peeling chrome handle as well. E550 was 2 years out of warranty, called mbusa, they replaced both for free. The cut was minor, no medical attention required.be careful, they are dangerous.
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thanks. For anyone uk based is there a central number I can call. Even though I am not the first owner.
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It has been a few years, but I think that was the number I called. I just told them the issue, and asked them to replace both handles since this is a dangerous situation. They asked my preferred dealer, made arrangements with dealer, then I called dealer for the appointment, and they replaced both no charge. I did have to sign a form releasing MB from future liability, which was fine, the injury was minor.
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It has been a few years, but I think that was the number I called. I just told them the issue, and asked them to replace both handles since this is a dangerous situation. They asked my preferred dealer, made arrangements with dealer, then I called dealer for the appointment, and they replaced both no charge. I did have to sign a form releasing MB from future liability, which was fine, the injury was minor.
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I bought my 2013 C207 a week ago and I noticed the chrome peeling but Didn’t think much of it until… my little one slit his wrist open on one of them today really deep cut. Was really upset and have come across this thread. But I’m not the original owner and the car is now 7 years old. Is there anyway I can still have this done under warranty?
I followed the below video, just make sure you read a few of the relevant comments - namely:
"Thanks so much to the guy posting this video and to this comment! Same thing for me, though perhaps mine being a US spec 2010 E550 - the small metal U-clip is on the left head rest post (on both the driver and passenger seat). You'll want to GENTLY PRY that metal clip w/a flat head screw driver. JUST ENOUGH TO RELEIVE PRESSURE ON IT. Too much and it will fly off - which turns a relatively simple job into pain. (I accidentally did this.) While GENTLY RELIVING PRESSURE use your free hand to pull on the headrest at the same time. I did this by sitting in the back, and having the front seat in the rear exit position. The head rest then came off with not much force. Lastly I had the same issue mentioned with the cloth. Had to cut just a little bit on the corner to get enough removed to access the screws. As mentioned you wont see it when you put the trim back on."
I followed this video:
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Thank you!
Same happened to me! Was the last straw. My car is a 2010 E550 coupe and is out of warranty. Did it myself. I found a guy on eBay, mine were just the one handle (no button above). They were $50 a piece from an eBay reseller.
I followed the below video, just make sure you read a few of the relevant comments - namely:
"Thanks so much to the guy posting this video and to this comment! Same thing for me, though perhaps mine being a US spec 2010 E550 - the small metal U-clip is on the left head rest post (on both the driver and passenger seat). You'll want to GENTLY PRY that metal clip w/a flat head screw driver. JUST ENOUGH TO RELEIVE PRESSURE ON IT. Too much and it will fly off - which turns a relatively simple job into pain. (I accidentally did this.) While GENTLY RELIVING PRESSURE use your free hand to pull on the headrest at the same time. I did this by sitting in the back, and having the front seat in the rear exit position. The head rest then came off with not much force. Lastly I had the same issue mentioned with the cloth. Had to cut just a little bit on the corner to get enough removed to access the screws. As mentioned you wont see it when you put the trim back on."
I followed this video: Mercedes seat release handle replacement w207 E coupé - YouTube
I followed the below video, just make sure you read a few of the relevant comments - namely:
"Thanks so much to the guy posting this video and to this comment! Same thing for me, though perhaps mine being a US spec 2010 E550 - the small metal U-clip is on the left head rest post (on both the driver and passenger seat). You'll want to GENTLY PRY that metal clip w/a flat head screw driver. JUST ENOUGH TO RELEIVE PRESSURE ON IT. Too much and it will fly off - which turns a relatively simple job into pain. (I accidentally did this.) While GENTLY RELIVING PRESSURE use your free hand to pull on the headrest at the same time. I did this by sitting in the back, and having the front seat in the rear exit position. The head rest then came off with not much force. Lastly I had the same issue mentioned with the cloth. Had to cut just a little bit on the corner to get enough removed to access the screws. As mentioned you wont see it when you put the trim back on."
I followed this video: Mercedes seat release handle replacement w207 E coupé - YouTube
If I can find the parts on eBay and do it myself would love to not give them another penny of my $$. Thank you again!!
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No worries. I checked my inbox, looks like they went up a little bit since I purchased. ($75 each now). These were the ones I got, good seller (keenanmotors4311).
Genuine Mercedes Benz E Class Coupe C207 C204 Seat Recline Handle Right, Black | eBay
Genuine Mercedes Benz E Class Coupe C207 C204 Seat Recline Handle Right, Black | eBay
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No worries. I checked my inbox, looks like they went up a little bit since I purchased. ($75 each now). These were the ones I got, good seller (keenanmotors4311).
Genuine Mercedes Benz E Class Coupe C207 C204 Seat Recline Handle Right, Black | eBay
Genuine Mercedes Benz E Class Coupe C207 C204 Seat Recline Handle Right, Black | eBay
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Thanks.
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