Vance we have a problem!
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Vance we have a problem!
Yep, you got it I've got some sort of engine problem. Major? Don't know.
First off, lets don't start jumping to conclusions. Let me get it to the dealer and get a diagnoses to see what it is. Please don't start cancelling orders or backing out.
The best way I know how to described is a very rough idle or even a turbo failure. This engine is very new to me and I know very little about it.
One the way home tonight, after about 10 miles it felt as if I were running out of gas (if I had gas [its a diesel]). The engine struggled to changes gears and with the pedal almost to floor I could barely get up to speed. I thought it was a transmission problem but after another 5 miles or so I realized it was not b/c I could manually switch with no problem. Once I arrived home I could hear the engine idling very rough and could hardly stay running. It would idle around 500-1000 rpm's. Up and down.
It should be noted that no warning lights illuminated. I also noticed the temperature seemed to be a little high; it was around 90 degrees when it typically is around 80-82ish. I could also smell an unusual burning type oder while parked in the garage.
My work load is such that I can't be without a vehicle at all right now so this will either get towed or driven to the dealer immediately tomorrow morning.
*edit*
I've had this tank of diesel since Thr/Fri and have put about 150 miles on it since then.
First off, lets don't start jumping to conclusions. Let me get it to the dealer and get a diagnoses to see what it is. Please don't start cancelling orders or backing out.
The best way I know how to described is a very rough idle or even a turbo failure. This engine is very new to me and I know very little about it.
One the way home tonight, after about 10 miles it felt as if I were running out of gas (if I had gas [its a diesel]). The engine struggled to changes gears and with the pedal almost to floor I could barely get up to speed. I thought it was a transmission problem but after another 5 miles or so I realized it was not b/c I could manually switch with no problem. Once I arrived home I could hear the engine idling very rough and could hardly stay running. It would idle around 500-1000 rpm's. Up and down.
It should be noted that no warning lights illuminated. I also noticed the temperature seemed to be a little high; it was around 90 degrees when it typically is around 80-82ish. I could also smell an unusual burning type oder while parked in the garage.
My work load is such that I can't be without a vehicle at all right now so this will either get towed or driven to the dealer immediately tomorrow morning.
*edit*
I've had this tank of diesel since Thr/Fri and have put about 150 miles on it since then.
Last edited by AutoSaurus; Feb 13, 2007 at 10:28 PM.
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Yep, you got it I've got some sort of engine problem. Major? Don't know.
First off, lets don't start jumping to conclusions. Let me get it to the dealer and get a diagnoses to see what it is. Please don't start cancelling orders or backing out.
The best way I know how to described is a very rough idle or even a turbo failure. This engine is very new to me and I know very little about it.
One the way home tonight, after about 10 miles it felt as if I were running out of gas (if I had gas [its a diesel]). The engine struggled to changes gears and with the pedal almost to floor I could barely get up to speed. I thought it was a transmission problem but after another 5 miles or so I realized it was not b/c I could manually switch with no problem. Once I arrived home I could hear the engine idling very rough and could hardly stay running. It would idle around 500-1000 rpm's. Up and down.
It should be noted that no warning lights illuminated. I also noticed the temperature seemed to be a little high; it was around 90 degrees when it typically is around 80-82ish. I could also smell an unusual burning type oder while parked in the garage.
My work load is such that I can't be without a vehicle at all right now so this will either get towed or driven to the dealer immediately tomorrow morning.
*edit*
I've had this tank of diesel since Thr/Fri and have put about 150 miles on it since then.
First off, lets don't start jumping to conclusions. Let me get it to the dealer and get a diagnoses to see what it is. Please don't start cancelling orders or backing out.
The best way I know how to described is a very rough idle or even a turbo failure. This engine is very new to me and I know very little about it.
One the way home tonight, after about 10 miles it felt as if I were running out of gas (if I had gas [its a diesel]). The engine struggled to changes gears and with the pedal almost to floor I could barely get up to speed. I thought it was a transmission problem but after another 5 miles or so I realized it was not b/c I could manually switch with no problem. Once I arrived home I could hear the engine idling very rough and could hardly stay running. It would idle around 500-1000 rpm's. Up and down.
It should be noted that no warning lights illuminated. I also noticed the temperature seemed to be a little high; it was around 90 degrees when it typically is around 80-82ish. I could also smell an unusual burning type oder while parked in the garage.
My work load is such that I can't be without a vehicle at all right now so this will either get towed or driven to the dealer immediately tomorrow morning.
*edit*
I've had this tank of diesel since Thr/Fri and have put about 150 miles on it since then.
Damn Jack...what is going on? This is not a new engine, they have been selling these thing in EU for at least 6 months or so. Did you check the oil at all? You shouldn't have to but a couple of reports indicated low oil levels? I have no idea what it could be...I have no knowledge of engines and what makes them run or not run.
Last edited by Nevada Jack; Feb 13, 2007 at 10:44 PM.
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This tank came from Flying J and was one of the first stations to switch over to the new diesel. I remember when the put they new stickers on. However, I have and know others that have received bad gas from this station. I remember a few months ago seeing several cars lined up at the on-ramp for the interstate which is near this station. All had bad gas and only made it a few hundred yards.
Gas stations are still hard to come by in this area due to damage from the storm still. Getting to a diesel station is even harder b/c not everyone carries diesel but those that do have the new ULSD as required by MB.
In summary, it could be bad diesel but like you who knows. I guess I better start digging through the garbage for my last fill up!
Gas stations are still hard to come by in this area due to damage from the storm still. Getting to a diesel station is even harder b/c not everyone carries diesel but those that do have the new ULSD as required by MB.
In summary, it could be bad diesel but like you who knows. I guess I better start digging through the garbage for my last fill up!
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This filter is no regular fuel filter as I understand it...it is a particulate filter and is self cleaning. If Jack got gas from this station since he took delivery then perhaps it doesn't take a great deal of sulfur in the fuel to clog the filter.
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I've had similar problem with one of our diesel work trucks. Each time the driver noticed a loud noise before the problem occurred. Could not tow anything and top speed was 40-50 mph. The problem was that a hose on the turbo popped off. The dealer put it back on and resealed it. Hope your problem is as simple. Mechanic said that turbos are under tremendous amounts of pressure and this sometimes occurs due to it not getting a good factory seal. Anyway, good luck.
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I've had similar problem with one of our diesel work trucks. Each time the driver noticed a loud noise before the problem occurred. Could not tow anything and top speed was 40-50 mph. The problem was that a hose on the turbo popped off. The dealer put it back on and resealed it. Hope your problem is as simple. Mechanic said that turbos are under tremendous amounts of pressure and this sometimes occurs due to it not getting a good factory seal. Anyway, good luck.
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Diesel engines are very funny when it comes to fuel quality. I've owned many pieces of equipment and trucks that were all diesel. The fuel filter is very sensitive to debris and water....if it indeed was bad fuel it could have clogged the filter in just a few miles. The particulate filter another poster brought up is on the exhaust not the fuel system. Your symptoms sound like bad fuel that has blocked your fuel filter or just plain water in the diesel. It could also be a loose fitting around the turbo or fuel rail system but I bet its the fuel itself.
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She looks awful up there...please keep us posted re: outcome (i would think they would put you right into the shop as you just took delivery)...mine was released last night and i am taking delivery tomorrow-I would REALLY like to be able to ask my dealer to check on YOUR issue before i leave their premises!!!
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She looks awful up there...please keep us posted re: outcome (i would think they would put you right into the shop as you just took delivery)...mine was released last night and i am taking delivery tomorrow-I would REALLY like to be able to ask my dealer to check on YOUR issue before i leave their premises!!!
Congrats and lets see some pics when you get it...:-)
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Crap for you, and crap for my plan of having my dealer check your problem. HOpefully you have an MB loaner in the meantime?
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admitted, diagnosed, treated, discharged!
It was a hose. The intercooler hose. The clamp was loose. Amazing. I hope this was the reason for the factory delay for those that are waiting. If not, get your checked at delivery.
It was a hose. The intercooler hose. The clamp was loose. Amazing. I hope this was the reason for the factory delay for those that are waiting. If not, get your checked at delivery.
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Am I glad I found you guys! I took a GL320 off the lot on Friday, my wife drove it to Albuquerque that evening with the kids and dogs, and tonight (Sunday) she's limping home. If the Roadside Assistance lady hadn't mentioned "limp mode" (something I thought was just happening to me because I'm over 40 years old) (and no, I'm not putting a Viagra in the tank) I never would've found MBWorld's forums where AutoSaurus nearly quoted my wife's phone call from I-40 westbound out of Albuquerque. I will look under the hood to see if I can see the hose tonight (provided she makes it back) and once the compartment's cool in the morning see if I can at least shove it on hard enough to get it to the mechanic. This is my second Merc. My first was a 1986 560SEL (used) that lived well past 100,000 until someone offered me more than it was worth. I always loved that car, but now to shell out nearly $70G for there to be a loose bloody hose, makes me worry about leaving Lexus products behind! I'm going to keep myself up to date on these forums for a while!
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