ML350 owner beware!!!! Oil burner!!!!
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Originally Posted by sosh
From what I understand it is only with the new engine as used in the ML350. Even then it is not a widespread problem and my take is perhaps this guy does in fact have the problem but he is obviously an alarmest and is attempting to incite the MB ML350 population here.
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Originally Posted by ml350
Hi,
isn't the ml a sohc engine,
if the ml has a sohc engine then there not problem,
just only the rotary engine will have problems,
the rotary engine is a different engine from the sohc,
didn't the earlier ml have sohc or inline start six
isn't the ml a sohc engine,
if the ml has a sohc engine then there not problem,
just only the rotary engine will have problems,
the rotary engine is a different engine from the sohc,
didn't the earlier ml have sohc or inline start six
Engine 3,498-cc DOHC 24-valve 90° V-6. High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy heads. Counter-rotating balance shaft.
Fuel and ignition system ME 9.7 engine management. Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and ignition includes individual cylinder control of fuel spray, spark timing and antiknock. Electronic throttle. One high-energy ignition coil and spark plug per cylinder. 100,000-mile spark-plug intervals.
Intake system Dual overhead camshafts with continuously variable intake and exhaust timing. Magnesium 2-stage resonance intake manifold increases intake runner length at lower rpm for improved response. Electropneumatic turbulence flaps at start of intake path help increase intake airflow speed at midrange rpm for greater air-fuel mixture swirling and stronger, more complete combustion.
Any engine can be an oil burner, it's just that is more prevelant in rotaries. The issue in the ML I'm sure is limited to a quality control problem on a small number of engines, it's not an inherent characteristic.
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Alarmist?
Originally Posted by redvettx2
Sosh, Never check your oil see if I care. Some on here may want to actually know what to be on the look for a potential problem. But not you sosh your to smart for that.
I think you just lost credence initially throwing out wild numbers. We do appreciate hearing all issues, good and bad, however.
#29
et them to replace the engine seals around the cylinders, one or more prob $@%'ed up
common problem on newer cars, friends maxima (2005) did the same thing. replaced the seals and its perfect.
common problem on newer cars, friends maxima (2005) did the same thing. replaced the seals and its perfect.
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Received a warning from a technical staff & friend works in DC Taiwan/HQ.
The new M272 engine do report burn oil in few cases from the W211/E350.
Root cause is not known yet, DCT warranty new engines to those unhappy E350ers.
It will & only happen in the first 3000 miles,over that mileage w/o oil burning your M272 is ok......said by this technical staff.
The new M272 engine do report burn oil in few cases from the W211/E350.
Root cause is not known yet, DCT warranty new engines to those unhappy E350ers.
It will & only happen in the first 3000 miles,over that mileage w/o oil burning your M272 is ok......said by this technical staff.
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Hopefully they will get this sorted out soon. I really like the concept of the new engines. Silky smooth yet powerful enough for daily driving. Hopefully they will get this resolved before they introduce the new 5L engine.
#32
Well I am on my second oil consumption test and after 1100 miles the oil level looks pretty good. Now I am again getting huge and I mean huge white clouds of smoke on start up. Looks like the car John Candy drove in the movie "Uncle Buck". Not what you want to see on a brand new 55K luxury sports car. I wish I still had my Corvettes at this point. I do love the car with the top down. Wife want to have the windows tinted. There is no need because the cloud of white smoke prevents people from seeing in anyway.
Disgusted!!!!!!!! And MB Corp. refuses to even talk to me regarding the car.
They just want to send me to another dealer. The dealer did not build this POS they did!!!!!!!
Disgusted!!!!!!!! And MB Corp. refuses to even talk to me regarding the car.
They just want to send me to another dealer. The dealer did not build this POS they did!!!!!!!
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Gosh, from all you posts, RedVettx2
I can't POSSIBLY IMAGINE WHY MBUSA WOULD NOT WANT TO TALK TO YOU. Go outside and run around the house a couple times...i honestly believe you have an issue, but whoa, dude. Good luck.
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Wrong forum?
Originally Posted by ml350
GregW / Oregon
you are talking about the 06 ml 350,
that engine has the new dohc engine,
the 05 ml 350 has the sohc engine,
you are talking about the 06 ml 350,
that engine has the new dohc engine,
the 05 ml 350 has the sohc engine,
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The W164 is now using the same motor as my 05 SLK. I understand it my me having the same issues hence my posts. It sounds like this was more of and early build issue with the SLK's and hopefully has been fixed. From what I hear MB still does not know what the problem is and is swapping engines all over the place on the SLK's. I sure do not want 60K car that needs a replacement engine or has already required a tranny rebuild. In my view MB is turning out crap. Check the latest quality reports to confirm this. This my first and last MB product period.
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Originally Posted by redvettx2
The W164 is now using the same motor as my 05 SLK. I understand it my me having the same issues hence my posts. It sounds like this was more of and early build issue with the SLK's and hopefully has been fixed. From what I hear MB still does not know what the problem is and is swapping engines all over the place on the SLK's. I sure do not want 60K car that needs a replacement engine or has already required a tranny rebuild. In my view MB is turning out crap. Check the latest quality reports to confirm this. This my first and last MB product period.
#38
Originally Posted by mbbodytech
Good then go away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You can check quality reports for the last few years, Mercedes has never been in the top, but we still buy them redvettx2. There's something alluring about the star.
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MB tech has to be a car salesman. Listen to that attitude. Just hand over your money and go away. Its the same attitude MB has. The training there must be good. They have 2 choice this week, order me a new car or refund my money. They other option is the lemon law or a class action suite. MB tech I am sure you want me to go away. The smoke im blowing is from the burn oil, dipstick. Hell MB can't even figure out how to contact me. They called my father is another state who was listed as my nearest relative, even though I called them many times requesting help and information. He wanted to give them my number but they said they had it. Of course I never heard from them. These are the guys I want swapping my engine,lol. They are just like MB Tech, they think I am going away. You are so wrong. We should know something this week, or the dealer will have a rude awaking as I park my oil burner in front of there shop and talk to custmers as they come shopping. The pile of replaced engines is growing rapidly if you read the forums. But thats ok right MB Tech, just shut up and pay. Got to love this guy. I really wish he was my dealer. Fess up big mouth who you actually work for. Sounds like you are a star employee. Another used car sleaze ball.
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Go away??? I dont want that. It is a-holes like you tha makes my job fun. Seeing you get so worked up over a car? Do you honestly have nothing better to do than trash talk? This thread is getting so amusing with every post by you. ohh well, my 02 ml500 runs great. Come on...keep these great posts comming....I need some good laughs.
Originally Posted by redvettx2
MB tech has to be a car salesman. Listen to that attitude. Just hand over your money and go away. Its the same attitude MB has. The training there must be good. They have 2 choice this week, order me a new car or refund my money. They other option is the lemon law or a class action suite. MB tech I am sure you want me to go away. The smoke im blowing is from the burn oil, dipstick. Hell MB can't even figure out how to contact me. They called my father is another state who was listed as my nearest relative, even though I called them many times requesting help and information. He wanted to give them my number but they said they had it. Of course I never heard from them. These are the guys I want swapping my engine,lol. They are just like MB Tech, they think I am going away. You are so wrong. We should know something this week, or the dealer will have a rude awaking as I park my oil burner in front of there shop and talk to custmers as they come shopping. The pile of replaced engines is growing rapidly if you read the forums. But thats ok right MB Tech, just shut up and pay. Got to love this guy. I really wish he was my dealer. Fess up big mouth who you actually work for. Sounds like you are a star employee. Another used car sleaze ball.
#44
I am frustrated to pay top dollar for a car and 20% of the miles on it driving to the dealer for service. It would be more but I was lucky enough to have it towed in, and the dealer came to me once. The joke is MB does not have a clue what they are doing. My dealer showed me 3 totally different memos on the oil problem. All totally different on what to check and what to do. I forgot ML God is another dealer dirt bag. What are you laughing at ML 350 you could be looking at the same problem. I thought buying a MB was quality and my wife what have a nice car to drive. All I have gotten for my money is a POS. My wife who's last car was a Jag said today we should just get a regular car like a Toyota or something that is reliable. Is that the image that MB is trying to achieve. If your new car was burning a quart of oil every 700 miles you would be singing a different tune. What I did expect was MB to step and take care of the problem. I have a life and screwing around trying to get this car fixed is not how a want to spent my summer. I guess to you MB guys that is funny. But when the quality keeps droping and the consumers quit buying we will see who is laughing. People like you and MBbodytech make me sick to even own the POS. It will be my last and I will tell everyone I know. You right its just a chunk of iron. I poorly made and tested piece of German iron that cost too much and smokes like a 2 stroke. I posted so other with this engine can keep an eye on there in case they have the same problems. I know that the last thing you two jokers understand. Talked to the wife tonight and guess what? The oil light is on again. Surprise-Surprise. I do not fault my dealer. They are doing what MB tells them to do.
Its unfortunate because they are the one who will be losing the business. My VP of customer service who has had 3 MB's from the same dealer just bought a Lexas on Sat. because he has seen the quality droping and the problems I have had. What makes it worse is the total lack of contact or response from MB. Thats is really my biggest issue. But based onthe response from MBgod and MBbodytech that is standard operating procedure for MB. Those of you with this same engine all I can say is good luck and keep your fingers crossed.
Its unfortunate because they are the one who will be losing the business. My VP of customer service who has had 3 MB's from the same dealer just bought a Lexas on Sat. because he has seen the quality droping and the problems I have had. What makes it worse is the total lack of contact or response from MB. Thats is really my biggest issue. But based onthe response from MBgod and MBbodytech that is standard operating procedure for MB. Those of you with this same engine all I can say is good luck and keep your fingers crossed.
#46
Originally Posted by ML God
That is the best one yet!!!
as a loner. Same for Infiniti, Toyota, and for that fact Chevy. With my new Jag we are driving a Jeep Liberty. What is up with that. We all their quality issues you would think that is the least they can do. Oh I got it. They are not reliable enough to me used as loners. Now I get the picture.
#48
hi redvettx2,
we have the 112 engine not the 272 engine,
so i do not have this problem,
and the oil light on my ml never came on before since when it had 100 miles until the car reach 5k miles,
so we have nothing to worry about except minor problems on the car,
we have the 112 engine not the 272 engine,
so i do not have this problem,
and the oil light on my ml never came on before since when it had 100 miles until the car reach 5k miles,
so we have nothing to worry about except minor problems on the car,
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Originally Posted by ML God
Again with the name calling......Yea your right I am A$$hole. I am done with this fool!