Fuel cap replacement?
11-03-2013, 11:15 AM
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Fuel cap replacement?
When I bought my E320 a few months ago, I noticed how loose the gas cap was. As expected, the Check Engine light came on not long after. I pulled the codes, and sure enough, it was the gas cap.
I replaced the cap at Advance Auto, thinking an aftermarket cap would surely be tighter. No dice - the new cap is only slightly better fitted than the original, and I still occasionally get codes from it.
Has anyone found a decent replacement cap that avoids these issues?
I replaced the cap at Advance Auto, thinking an aftermarket cap would surely be tighter. No dice - the new cap is only slightly better fitted than the original, and I still occasionally get codes from it.
Has anyone found a decent replacement cap that avoids these issues?
11-03-2013, 12:22 PM
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98 Brilliant Silver E320 Wagon
Just replace the gasket. About $5 at dealer. If you don't have a gasket, that's your problem. Should be a little hard to turn providing a good seal.
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11-04-2013, 08:09 AM
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'99 E430, '05 ML500, '15 GLK350
I replaced mine with the MB old style - maybe from the W124 - works fine. So many dealers sell online now, it's a matter of finding one you can live with. No need to set foot into the "den of thieves".
11-10-2013, 01:02 PM
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I actually do have to set foot in there, anyway - I have to get some keys, and those aren't available except in person. Besides, there are new MBs at the other end of the building to drool at...
