Seat frame rail problems
03-17-2004, 01:20 PM
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Seat frame rail problems
I am on my 3rd set of seat rails on the driver's side seat (second time the dealer replaced them). I have very rarely had a passenger in the car, now I notice the passenger's side is doing the same thing (popping when accelerating from a full stop). I usually leave my seats as far back as possible, and leave the seat back as upright as possible.
Is there an updated part or aftermarket part available to fix this problem? I looked through the archives and didn't see anything.
Also, does the MB extended warranty cover this? It might be worth getting the warranty just for this problem.
Thanks!
Is there an updated part or aftermarket part available to fix this problem? I looked through the archives and didn't see anything.
Also, does the MB extended warranty cover this? It might be worth getting the warranty just for this problem.
Thanks!
03-17-2004, 05:37 PM
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209/W210 Estate /W211 modded by MBENZNL
Im On my Third set also for my 2000 W210
Mercedes did them under warranty
I replaced the front seats with a NEW Complete Set from Steve With Heat/Multicontour and Cooling..so far so good..NO Rocking chair!
Maybe the Euro Frames are different?
As The Seat Belts are!
Mercedes did them under warranty
I replaced the front seats with a NEW Complete Set from Steve With Heat/Multicontour and Cooling..so far so good..NO Rocking chair!
Maybe the Euro Frames are different?
As The Seat Belts are!
03-18-2004, 03:44 AM
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Mark,
Do you have a picture of the seats?
I am worried that when the warranty expires on my car, I'll have 1.5 years before I need to replace them again.
How effective is the cooling? My seats are heated, but not cooled.
Do you have a picture of the seats?
I am worried that when the warranty expires on my car, I'll have 1.5 years before I need to replace them again.
How effective is the cooling? My seats are heated, but not cooled.
03-18-2004, 12:41 PM
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Pics of the seats are on Steves Site MBENZ.nl
He posted a Pic of the Switch here https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...2Fcooled+seats
The Seats are perforated and the cooling fans draw the air in and force it through the seat covers....Works GREAT with or without the Seat heaters!..You can feel the air!..No More Sticking to the Seats!..
The Seats were a Factory option on the W210/E55
Most any Mod Is Possible with the Help of Steve!
I Have done lots of Mods to my wagon
AMG E55 Estate/Wagon body kit
AMG 18s
Euro Xeons
Euro Front Bumper Impact inserts
Power folding mirrors w/convex glass
AMG E55 Steering wheel w/leather air bag
AMG Cluster
Euro Comand
Nokia phone with V/A
Black Birds eye maple wood
Euro E55 estate tail lights
AMG Front Brakes
And Waiting for More
He posted a Pic of the Switch here https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...2Fcooled+seats
The Seats are perforated and the cooling fans draw the air in and force it through the seat covers....Works GREAT with or without the Seat heaters!..You can feel the air!..No More Sticking to the Seats!..
The Seats were a Factory option on the W210/E55
Most any Mod Is Possible with the Help of Steve!
I Have done lots of Mods to my wagon
AMG E55 Estate/Wagon body kit
AMG 18s
Euro Xeons
Euro Front Bumper Impact inserts
Power folding mirrors w/convex glass
AMG E55 Steering wheel w/leather air bag
AMG Cluster
Euro Comand
Nokia phone with V/A
Black Birds eye maple wood
Euro E55 estate tail lights
AMG Front Brakes
And Waiting for More
03-19-2004, 10:26 AM
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Now I notice the same problem with the passenger's seat. Over 3 years, maybe I have had a passenger for 100 hours total.
What exactly fails here? I see that several rail parts are made from plastic. Are these cracking/failing? I wonder if someone makes an upgrade made of steel/aluminum?
What exactly fails here? I see that several rail parts are made from plastic. Are these cracking/failing? I wonder if someone makes an upgrade made of steel/aluminum?
