---> CALI's hands-on ... STABLE CHASSIS VOLTAGE !!!
Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 79
Likes: 7
C450
you can see the alt in connector from the bottom using a flashlight.. I was unable to get a clear pic due to my camera not focusing. There is a tab and it is black so I took a long flat screwdriver and put it on the tab and sort of tried yanking it, the connector actually just slid out easily after a few tries with the driver LOL. Then I buttoned it all back up.
-This is definitely not placebo.. The car just feels so free less drag and revs so much easier. Upshifts were super smooth as well as downshifts.. I have a C63S exhaust retrofitted on my C450 and it sounded very nice. Just a smoother drive and especially in Sport PLUS. Delivery and torque felt very different compared to stock. I hope it stays this way.
I also have recently changed my 722.9 fluid with AMSOIL signature ATF (Less than 2000 KM ago). I want to drive the car some more so hopefully tomorrow. Engine temps were 94C and trans temp was about 40c. Wonder how it will feel when everything is fully warmed up. Overall extremely happy with this setup.(Oil pump solenoid and ALT in removed)
-This is definitely not placebo.. The car just feels so free less drag and revs so much easier. Upshifts were super smooth as well as downshifts.. I have a C63S exhaust retrofitted on my C450 and it sounded very nice. Just a smoother drive and especially in Sport PLUS. Delivery and torque felt very different compared to stock. I hope it stays this way.
I also have recently changed my 722.9 fluid with AMSOIL signature ATF (Less than 2000 KM ago). I want to drive the car some more so hopefully tomorrow. Engine temps were 94C and trans temp was about 40c. Wonder how it will feel when everything is fully warmed up. Overall extremely happy with this setup.(Oil pump solenoid and ALT in removed)
Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 79
Likes: 7
C450
The connector should wiggle out with a long flathead and then you are set. I did not cover the alternator or connector. Probably will leave it like this.
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
you can see the alt in connector from the bottom using a flashlight.. I was unable to get a clear pic due to my camera not focusing. There is a tab and it is black so I took a long flat screwdriver and put it on the tab and sort of tried yanking it, the connector actually just slid out easily after a few tries with the driver LOL. Then I buttoned it all back up.
-This is definitely not placebo.. The car just feels so free less drag and revs so much easier. Upshifts were super smooth as well as downshifts.. I have a C63S exhaust retrofitted on my C450 and it sounded very nice. Just a smoother drive and especially in Sport PLUS. Delivery and torque felt very different compared to stock. I hope it stays this way.
I also have recently changed my 722.9 fluid with AMSOIL signature ATF (Less than 2000 KM ago). I want to drive the car some more so hopefully tomorrow. Engine temps were 94C and trans temp was about 40c. Wonder how it will feel when everything is fully warmed up. Overall extremely happy with this setup.(Oil pump solenoid and ALT in removed)
-This is definitely not placebo.. The car just feels so free less drag and revs so much easier. Upshifts were super smooth as well as downshifts.. I have a C63S exhaust retrofitted on my C450 and it sounded very nice. Just a smoother drive and especially in Sport PLUS. Delivery and torque felt very different compared to stock. I hope it stays this way.
I also have recently changed my 722.9 fluid with AMSOIL signature ATF (Less than 2000 KM ago). I want to drive the car some more so hopefully tomorrow. Engine temps were 94C and trans temp was about 40c. Wonder how it will feel when everything is fully warmed up. Overall extremely happy with this setup.(Oil pump solenoid and ALT in removed)
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
just a black tab very visible pointing towards firewall(rear of engine). It took longer to button the covers on than the actual disconnect. Also I forgot one stupid bolt for the bottom cover so I will install it tomorrow LOL.
The connector should wiggle out with a long flathead and then you are set. I did not cover the alternator or connector. Probably will leave it like this.
The connector should wiggle out with a long flathead and then you are set. I did not cover the alternator or connector. Probably will leave it like this.
Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 79
Likes: 7
C450
I definitely recommend this. Just feels much more free, way less lag and it just goes. I swear this would make MPG better than these "Eco "restricting systems in place. Even off throttle the car rolled as if transmission was disengaged, didn't really feel that pull back feeling when coasting.
Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 79
Likes: 7
C450
Correct. I don't even think it's a tab like the typical connectors we have on the timing covers. Just sort of a sticking out permanent tab that you pull on to slide connector. Was not hard at all.
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
New Electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Unveiled: 10 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)
Verdad Gallardo
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
I definitely recommend this. Just feels much more free, way less lag and it just goes. I swear this would make MPG better than these "Eco "restricting systems in place. Even off throttle the car rolled as if transmission was disengaged, didn't really feel that pull back feeling when coasting.
Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 79
Likes: 7
C450
yeah , you don't need to pull the undercover that is under the bumper. Just do the one behind, you will be able to wedge it out from underneath it slid out very smoothly. Will drive the car again tomorrow , It's mainly my wifes actually but I do these mods to it LOLLL.
Thread Starter
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 12,058
Likes: 6,857
From: Silicon Valley
W212 MY'14 M276-3.5NA @75kMi
WELCOME TO NEW NORMAL PERFORMANCE
you can see the alt in connector from the bottom using a flashlight.. I was unable to get a clear pic due to my camera not focusing. There is a tab and it is black so I took a long flat screwdriver and put it on the tab and sort of tried yanking it, the connector actually just slid out easily after a few tries with the driver LOL. Then I buttoned it all back up.
-This is definitely not placebo.. The car just feels so free less drag and revs so much easier. Upshifts were super smooth as well as downshifts.. I have a C63S exhaust retrofitted on my C450 and it sounded very nice. Just a smoother drive and especially in Sport PLUS. Delivery and torque felt very different compared to stock. I hope it stays this way.
I also have recently changed my 722.9 fluid with AMSOIL signature ATF (Less than 2000 KM ago). I want to drive the car some more so hopefully tomorrow. Engine temps were 94C and trans temp was about 40c. Wonder how it will feel when everything is fully warmed up. Overall extremely happy with this setup.(Oil pump solenoid and ALT in removed)
-This is definitely not placebo.. The car just feels so free less drag and revs so much easier. Upshifts were super smooth as well as downshifts.. I have a C63S exhaust retrofitted on my C450 and it sounded very nice. Just a smoother drive and especially in Sport PLUS. Delivery and torque felt very different compared to stock. I hope it stays this way.
I also have recently changed my 722.9 fluid with AMSOIL signature ATF (Less than 2000 KM ago). I want to drive the car some more so hopefully tomorrow. Engine temps were 94C and trans temp was about 40c. Wonder how it will feel when everything is fully warmed up. Overall extremely happy with this setup.(Oil pump solenoid and ALT in removed)
I have good news for you:
It's Not Just Going To Stay This Way...
ECU/TCU are going to keep improving
Your fuel map will finely tuned up based on engine firing better.... along 500 to 100kMi.
You're going to gain your Pressure Sensitive Pedal the way it should be!
Enjoy the ride.
Last edited by CaliBenzDriver; Jan 17, 2025 at 10:39 PM.
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
yeah , you don't need to pull the undercover that is under the bumper. Just do the one behind, you will be able to wedge it out from underneath it slid out very smoothly. Will drive the car again tomorrow , It's mainly my wifes actually but I do these mods to it LOLLL.
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
Congratulations mate, there you have it
I have good news for you:
it's not just going to stay that way...
it's going to keep improving
Your fuel map will finely tuned up based on engine firing better.... along 500 to 100kMi.
You're going to enjoy your Pressure Sensitive Pedal
I have good news for you:
it's not just going to stay that way...
it's going to keep improving
Your fuel map will finely tuned up based on engine firing better.... along 500 to 100kMi.
You're going to enjoy your Pressure Sensitive Pedal
Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 79
Likes: 7
C450
Congratulations mate, there you have it
I have good news for you:
it's not just going to stay that way...
it's going to keep improving
Your fuel map will finely tuned up based on engine firing better.... along 500 to 100kMi.
You're going to gain your Pressure Sensitive Pedal the way it should be!
Enjoy the ride.
I have good news for you:
it's not just going to stay that way...
it's going to keep improving
Your fuel map will finely tuned up based on engine firing better.... along 500 to 100kMi.
You're going to gain your Pressure Sensitive Pedal the way it should be!
Enjoy the ride.
Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 79
Likes: 7
C450
Thread Starter
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 12,058
Likes: 6,857
From: Silicon Valley
W212 MY'14 M276-3.5NA @75kMi
you too deserve more torque and better mpg for free.
Like I said... cutting ALT-LIN in M-connector is faster!!
Then you get to solder a concealed on/off switch to easily wipe ECU Code on-demand... no belly pan dealings ever again.
Last edited by CaliBenzDriver; Jan 17, 2025 at 10:48 PM.
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
I know you're in the pipe... attack that thing gently don't let it win... you deserve more torque and better mpg for free.
Like I said... cutting ALT-LIN in M-connector is faster then you get to solder a concealed switch to easily wipe ECU Code on-demand... no belly pan dealings ever again
Like I said... cutting ALT-LIN in M-connector is faster then you get to solder a concealed switch to easily wipe ECU Code on-demand... no belly pan dealings ever again
pretty sure I will short circuit something in the process.
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
I know you're in the pipe... attack that thing gently don't let it win...
you too deserve more torque and better mpg for free.
Like I said... cutting ALT-LIN in M-connector is faster!!
Then you get to solder a concealed on/off switch to easily wipe ECU Code on-demand... no belly pan dealings ever again.
you too deserve more torque and better mpg for free.
Like I said... cutting ALT-LIN in M-connector is faster!!
Then you get to solder a concealed on/off switch to easily wipe ECU Code on-demand... no belly pan dealings ever again.
Thread Starter
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 12,058
Likes: 6,857
From: Silicon Valley
W212 MY'14 M276-3.5NA @75kMi
thanks Cali and MS for finding these mods. Car def feels different, no placebo effect. I used to notice sometimes on idle the exhaust very would slightly sort of burp or hesitate. Maybe you guys are right and these were mini misfires due to all of this "bad" control from ECU?
Some engines have it more, some less... what few have is an engine that builds a strong fuel map below 2500Rpm.
Now our engine does, all by itself with the new "normal" setup.
Its the failed ignition firings that cause ECU to lean out the fuel. This is due to timings not being consistent.
Last edited by CaliBenzDriver; Jan 18, 2025 at 12:03 AM.
MBWorld God!
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 32,676
Likes: 6,419
Thread Starter
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 12,058
Likes: 6,857
From: Silicon Valley
W212 MY'14 M276-3.5NA @75kMi
You get to be No1 to cut ALT-LIN, the easiest and most advanced way - Courtesy of JR!
"measure twice, cut once..." right.
Mike Holmes - Ontario
> Every problem has a solution <
"measure twice, cut once..." right.
Mike Holmes - Ontario
> Every problem has a solution <
Last edited by CaliBenzDriver; Jan 17, 2025 at 11:04 PM.
