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2003 Mercedes E320
any problems with a power steering? because my pump just took a ****, it only works when i give it gas over 2000 rpm's , if the car is just on not given gas pump makes noise and wont work the wheels is hard to turn???
thanks guys
thanks guys
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2003 Mercedes E320
i have 67 xxx on my 03 E320 and i have replaced on both side my upper control arms lower control arms and passenger side ***** joint now i need to replace my driver ball joint, they should recall this front end bull **** man it costs to much fukin money to just buy em, but thanks god i can replace them my self, with my brotheres help that works at VW, Audi and Porsche dealer.
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2004 E320 4matic Wagon - 55k miles
Ball joints and a-arms
At 45k had to replace ball joints driver and passenger side, as well as a-arms, also both sides. Very expensive and very unexpected at 45k miles. Just replaced all rotors/pads 'again'. Second set all around due to warping.
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From: west palm beach USA
E320 2004 model Silver sedan
knocking sound while braking
when i start the car and drive off and when i brake the very first time i hear a knock sound but its only the first time i apply brake. then the car drive noiseless. i wonder what that is. I just replaced all roters and brake pads so its def not that. i wonder a bad ball joint maybe? please help.
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From: Ft. Lauderdale Area, USA
2015 ML 350
when i start the car and drive off and when i brake the very first time i hear a knock sound but its only the first time i apply brake. then the car drive noiseless. i wonder what that is. I just replaced all roters and brake pads so its def not that. i wonder a bad ball joint maybe? please help.
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2004 E320 4matic Wagon - 55k miles
Sounds like there is play in the pads. When you apply the brakes, the pad moves until it reaches the pin - which is the knock/pop sound. Wouldn't hurt to check that they were properly assembled/installed.
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From: Yorkshire, England:Languedoc, France
230E W123, 220CdiEst W211, 420SEL W126, A160Cdi
SBC warranty
Is anyone aware o whether the 10 year warranty applies in UK? I imagine the 2 year fluid change has to be observed.
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2003 E500
Is there any way to check to see what of these service bulletins have already been applied to a vehicle? I bought the car used, so just wondering if I can get any of these done. Car is 2003 W211 E500
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'71 Pinto
Request a VMI (vehicle master inquiry) from any MB dealer this will confirm if all recalls & service campaigns are performed together with providing maintenance history if vehicle was serviced through MB dealer. Note dealer discretion applies to supplying a printout.
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2004 E500
2008-020001
This voluntary recall deals with leaks in the fuel tank system (fuel pump / sensor). Does anybody knows if this recall only applies to W211 AMG models. My '04 E500 is failing inspection because of a fault in the fuel vacuum system and there is a leak under the rear seat, but I would like to know if I need to fork over the money ($350 parts only, $650 w. labor) or if that might be covered by this recall....
Other, related question:
I've seen the fix with the new rubber 5/16 hose. Anybody knows how long that hose needs to be?
Other, related question:
I've seen the fix with the new rubber 5/16 hose. Anybody knows how long that hose needs to be?
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2006 E350
I went to the dealership to have this very same problem looked at. After an $80 diagnostic, Mercedes says it's a quirk of the SBC system. The brakes are releasing or adjusting from their previously parked position. Sounds like play in the pads but I just had a brake flush and had multiple people check the integrity of the brakes and everyone says all is normal.
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From: Iceland!
'05 C230 Kompressor - Sport
Hey every1, my parents drive a E200k '06..
It just started to produce a sound that is very similiar to brake pad dragging, but mostly when of the gas and coasting, no difference when braking.
Has anyone ever heard of something like this in a recall? (good to know before he drops it off to the dealer tommorrow..
It just started to produce a sound that is very similiar to brake pad dragging, but mostly when of the gas and coasting, no difference when braking.
Has anyone ever heard of something like this in a recall? (good to know before he drops it off to the dealer tommorrow..
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From: Duarte, CA
2006 E500
Electronic Trunk Closer - 2006 E500
Does anyone know if there were any service bulletins for the electronic trunk closer for the 2006 E500? I've had intermittent issues for the past several years where pressing the close button (left one) the first time makes noise, but the trunk doesn't move, the 2nd press makes no noise, but the trunk closes fine. I had it repaired 2 or 3 times under warranty, and now that it's out of warranty, the problem still persists (intermittently).
Also, recently, the trunk starts to close and halfway down it pops back up (NOT when locking just closing - I know the locking feature can also cause it to pop up if you have keyless and don't have your key - but that's NOT the issue I'm describing here just to be clear). I'm guessing this is an un-related issue to the one above, but not 100% sure. It seems that there is an obstruction sensor, per the MBUSA website. Does anyone know if it's a physical sensor, or an optical sensor (like with garage doors)? My trunk doesn't look obstructed, but knowing how the sensor works (or if it's faulty) might help me diagnose.
Also, recently, the trunk starts to close and halfway down it pops back up (NOT when locking just closing - I know the locking feature can also cause it to pop up if you have keyless and don't have your key - but that's NOT the issue I'm describing here just to be clear). I'm guessing this is an un-related issue to the one above, but not 100% sure. It seems that there is an obstruction sensor, per the MBUSA website. Does anyone know if it's a physical sensor, or an optical sensor (like with garage doors)? My trunk doesn't look obstructed, but knowing how the sensor works (or if it's faulty) might help me diagnose.
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From: Duarte, CA
2006 E500
Hmmm...thanks for the info - that's dissapointing to hear :-(. Sounds like it will be harder to figure out if the obstruction sensor is my new issue (it's also an intermittent issue).
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c240 4matic 2005
c240 4matic transfer case problems
Service Campaign 2007100004 DEC07 approximately 8,327 vehicles affected: 2005 and 2006 211 and 220 4MATIC; transfer case serial number range between 115925 and 137342 – optimized transfer cases will reduce vibrations when cornering or when parking. Have your dealer check VMI to see if your vehicle is included.
Steve, PM your email address if you want a copy.
Steve, PM your email address if you want a copy.
Unfortunately my car is not one of the called back cars. I complained about it a year ago, but was told by the dealer there was nothing wrong. It got worse and at last the dealer took notice. For $565 the transfer case was flushed today and filled with clean oil. The oil was dirty according to the dealer. My car has only 85000km on the clock. The noise and roughness is gone now, but it is obviously only a temporary fix. How far will it go before it finally quits? Clearly this is bad design and hopefully Mercedes will come up with something better. I lost all confidence in the 4Matic and will soon get rid of this car and go back to Subaru.
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My c240 4Matic 2005 also developed the tight turn induced rumble and roughness of which these cars are famous for.
Unfortunately my car is not one of the called back cars. I complained about it a year ago, but was told by the dealer there was nothing wrong. It got worse and at last the dealer took notice. For $565 the transfer case was flushed today and filled with clean oil. The oil was dirty according to the dealer. My car has only 85000km on the clock. The noise and roughness is gone now, but it is obviously only a temporary fix. How far will it go before it finally quits? Clearly this is bad design and hopefully Mercedes will come up with something better. I lost all confidence in the 4Matic and will soon get rid of this car and go back to Subaru.
Unfortunately my car is not one of the called back cars. I complained about it a year ago, but was told by the dealer there was nothing wrong. It got worse and at last the dealer took notice. For $565 the transfer case was flushed today and filled with clean oil. The oil was dirty according to the dealer. My car has only 85000km on the clock. The noise and roughness is gone now, but it is obviously only a temporary fix. How far will it go before it finally quits? Clearly this is bad design and hopefully Mercedes will come up with something better. I lost all confidence in the 4Matic and will soon get rid of this car and go back to Subaru.
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Why did you wait so long to get back to Subaru if you don't like your car? Is it really a bad engineered car because of that?
My c240 4Matic 2005 also developed the tight turn induced rumble and roughness of which these cars are famous for.
Unfortunately my car is not one of the called back cars. I complained about it a year ago, but was told by the dealer there was nothing wrong. It got worse and at last the dealer took notice. For $565 the transfer case was flushed today and filled with clean oil. The oil was dirty according to the dealer. My car has only 85000km on the clock. The noise and roughness is gone now, but it is obviously only a temporary fix. How far will it go before it finally quits? Clearly this is bad design and hopefully Mercedes will come up with something better. I lost all confidence in the 4Matic and will soon get rid of this car and go back to Subaru.
Unfortunately my car is not one of the called back cars. I complained about it a year ago, but was told by the dealer there was nothing wrong. It got worse and at last the dealer took notice. For $565 the transfer case was flushed today and filled with clean oil. The oil was dirty according to the dealer. My car has only 85000km on the clock. The noise and roughness is gone now, but it is obviously only a temporary fix. How far will it go before it finally quits? Clearly this is bad design and hopefully Mercedes will come up with something better. I lost all confidence in the 4Matic and will soon get rid of this car and go back to Subaru.
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c240 4matic 2005
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c240 4matic 2005
Common sense dictates that a hard working unit like the TC in a permanent AWD system will work better and longer if there is more oil in the system to keep it cool and to suspend the particulates and contaminants - 0.59 litre of oil just can't do it. $200+ for a TC oil change is also quite expensive. The BMW TC is so designed that it is an easy DIY job, but not my car. The Subaru has a different design which is possible because of the boxer engine.
Don't get me wrong, my C240 is a wonderful well built car in all respects other than the TC, but the 2005 4Matic with the stock TC is a too high maintenance vehicle for me. I might consider the new C250 with the redesigned TC, or the BMW, but Subaru Outback is a worthy contender.
By the way, I paid $565.00 for a TC flush and oil change today - no other work was done at all. What does that tell you about the design?
Last edited by Diederik Muller; Jul 18, 2011 at 11:36 PM. Reason: Extra information provided.
