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Old May 20, 2020 | 10:53 PM
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Just signed up. Have been looking at threads for a while and most are super useful, but I've came across a problem with my car that has got me stumped.
I have a 2001 c200 kompressor, which lately had a rough idle issue and hunting when I start it from cold, which goes away significantly once the car is put into drive. No CEL, no stored or pending fault codes either. Took it to the mechanics, and after testing the only fault description that came up was 'unknown fault'. Car doesnt stall, mpg is fine and there is no loss of power at all. At wits end as to what may possibly be wrong with my car?
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Old May 21, 2020 | 04:50 AM
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Welcome to the forum! Try your query in the W203 forum where other owners may be able to assist. Please post a photo of your C-Class when you get a moment. Good luck with it
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Old May 21, 2020 | 08:25 AM
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Welcome! Rough idle can be caused by an intermittent sensor. Crank, cam, air flow and throttle position sensors are the main ones. Have a look and tap with your hand or screwdriver while the engine is idling to see if you can force the rough idle to come and go. Careful with your hands in the engine bay while the engine is running.
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Thank you, I'll try that!
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Old May 22, 2020 | 10:03 AM
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