check engine codes
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2000 e320 4matic
check engine codes
hey guys i just got the codes from that code reader becuase my engine light has been on for a while now....here are the codes that popped up, does anyone know what they mean and how i can fixx the problem?
codes:
P0173
P0170
thanks!
codes:
P0173
P0170
thanks!
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300E a couple 1994 w124wagon E320 Wagon/,1971MGB Track/Rally, MG Midget Autocross ,2000 E320 wagon.
Most often
the mass air sensor,maf,
clean it per the diy on benzworld.org w210 diy section with crc brand maf cleaner.If that does not clear the code after you do the cleaning,replace the insert for about 135 bucks from germanstar.net.easy diy for the first timer.
ohlord
as to what they mean ,they are fuel trim values sent from the o2 sensors to the maf and then regulated by the engines computer to keep you air fuel ratio at the
balance it needs.When the maf is dirty or gone bad it does not relay the correct info to the ecu and trip the codes you have.Don't ignore cel in the future a fuel ratio problem left long term will fry your cats.
ohlord
clean it per the diy on benzworld.org w210 diy section with crc brand maf cleaner.If that does not clear the code after you do the cleaning,replace the insert for about 135 bucks from germanstar.net.easy diy for the first timer.
ohlord
as to what they mean ,they are fuel trim values sent from the o2 sensors to the maf and then regulated by the engines computer to keep you air fuel ratio at the
balance it needs.When the maf is dirty or gone bad it does not relay the correct info to the ecu and trip the codes you have.Don't ignore cel in the future a fuel ratio problem left long term will fry your cats.
ohlord
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300E a couple 1994 w124wagon E320 Wagon/,1971MGB Track/Rally, MG Midget Autocross ,2000 E320 wagon.
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are codes indicative of the maf,they mean both sides of the engine are reporting the same out of range value.That is the clue that it is the maf.
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E320 1996
a related question actually ... my engine can't handle harder acceleration for some reason and if i give it a bit extra gas it gets the check engine electronics notification-my mechanic says the cylinder malfunctions
also i notice if i push it hard (did it once while parked) it coughs or hiccups or skips w/e you like to call it
any thoughts?
also i notice if i push it hard (did it once while parked) it coughs or hiccups or skips w/e you like to call it
any thoughts?
