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2004 Mercedes E200 cranks but does not start, then starts normally after some hours

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Old Sep 9, 2022 | 03:10 PM
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2004 Mercedes E200 cranks but does not start, then starts normally after some hours

Hi,

I live in Cyprus and have a 2004 Mercedes E200 Kompressor, with 110.000 km (70.000 miles). It failed to start twice on hot days, and then it started again after some hours.

The engine would crank but the car would not start. Some posts here point to fuel delivery issues.

I'd like to try diagnosing myself what the car has. Is this feasible? If yes, is there an internet guide I can read on how to go about reading the error codes (ie what hardware and software I need to use, and how to do it)?

Thank you for your help

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Old Sep 9, 2022 | 03:14 PM
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You need a scanner that can read MB codes. Not sure what scanners you have available in your country.

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Old Sep 9, 2022 | 03:39 PM
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At least iCarsoft MB V2.0 is readily available all over the Europe.

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Old Sep 9, 2022 | 03:43 PM
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Thank you for your replies

It seems to be more than 100€. I will see what I can do
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Old Sep 9, 2022 | 03:56 PM
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I paid 169€ for my iCarsoft, might have gotten it cheaper from somewhere else but I needed it now and they had it ready to ship so I didn't gave a second thought to it.
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Old Sep 11, 2022 | 12:48 AM
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That's not the only one out there. There's the Autel AP200, Thinkcar Pro, and many others.
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