Big Balloon Pop!
12-29-2016, 07:19 PM
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Big Balloon Pop!
I have a 2009 E350 w Panoramic Roof. Several times, usually at highway speeds when it is a bit cool outside, but sunny, I get jolted by a loud BANG, that sounds like a big balloon just popped right behind my head. Dealer says they never heard of this happening. And no, it was nothing in the trunk that could have caused this.
12-30-2016, 03:28 PM
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Google “mercedes panoramic shattered” i.e.: http://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/me...orts-pictures/
12-31-2016, 10:24 AM
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Google “mercedes panoramic shattered” i.e.: http://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/me...orts-pictures/
12-31-2016, 11:09 AM
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Flexing, expansion/retraction due temperature may be a precursor to failure.
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The panorama roof is a structural member, isn't it?
To the OP: Has the car's body been stressed as it would be in a fender bender? Could there be some unintended stresses and tensions on the roof pillars?
