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Next thing to do is put new gas cap. It MUST be OEM and only dealer sell it.
Third, clean up entire fuel system with cleaner recommended from the store.
Next time when the engine check light is on for any reason, go to the any benz forum and try to get right answer for the problem. Check engine light does not afect performance of the car. Last thing is to see a dealer.
I should disconnecting battery cable prior to unplugging electrical wires.
I think that it has open circuit in feedback system had to reset.
Anybody had a similar experience on this matter?
I fixed the problem by changing passenger room air filter (open batterie cover and you can pull the filter out) Mine was black and never touched by the experienced MB people . Also added a little R14 AC fluid. Everything works fine now.
rgds Steve
Thanks,
Mike
1998 Mercedes Benz C230 Two Wheel Drive Automatic
my car had an accident,
after woking on it it developed problems like
1. current seizing which makes the car not to turn on
2. bad gear selection
3.mechanics said it could be pis problem or key line problem which they said key must come with a brainbox and ignition
pls i am really confused and need a solution to the problem cos they car is parked down
thank you so much
This problem sounds similar to what I'm experiencing. When we pull up to a stop the temperature of the a/c air rises (probably to outside ambient.). When we drive down the road a/c seems to run ok. From your message, I suspect a bad interior air filter. But I don't know where it is (our battery is in the trunk). Any ideas?
TNX.
Barry
"crank" means turning the engine over with the starter, not the actual running of the engine.
"start" means the actual running of the engine.
So, to clarify, you are saying that your engine doesn't crank fast enough, or cranks very little--it isn't being turned over by the starter motor?
Or are you saying it cranks and cranks and cranks but will not start?
The starter is the last thing I'd suspect.
Usually a tip off to a bad starter is when you jump start the car, and even with assistance from another car, the engine barely cranks and the battery cables become too hot to touch after only a few cranks. That means the starter is dragging.
By all means, after testing the alternator and load-testing the battery (if it's more than 3 years old, it is suspect just from old age, and over 5 years old, definitely suspect), then make sure your battery cables are clean AND secure on both ends (that is, in all 4 places where the cables attach to something).
The basis for any accurate diagnosis is NEVER assume that because something is new or rebuilt, that it is good.
OR---your engine could be starting to seize.
Has anyone been using copious amounts of starting ether/fluid?
That's bind your engine (temporarily, don't freak out).
Starting ether is a solvent that washes all the oil off the cylinders.
It is a rather common problem with the merc auto gear boxes. Most likely the conductor plate needs changing ($1,000); if you are lucky it may be just the sensor or some contamination from the radiator (may be established in the inspection).
Good luck
For the air con, ask that grease monkey to plug in the diagnosis tools and check the error code; it is possible that you had the air con on while keeping the windows open
The only thing you will loose will be the Mobilo breakdown recovery (if you do not service in the MoB network)
This is a $33 part that takes 20 mins to screw on (including refilling of the gerabox)!!!! This is borderline criminal!!!
The case is complex (both insurance and and supported by substatiated evidence.) and the claim is supported by one of the best legal firms in UK.
I am interested to find people out there (USA or Europe) with issues with their MB's shortly after their warranty expired (the famous 50-50 'settlement of the bills) so that I can push for a class action (my lawyers will decide on the base of the evidences)
Transmission, electrics & electronics, steering racks issues, all welcome.
Thanks
Paul
PS I am already checking on Lexus (IS) and BMW (Alpina D3). These are A-'class' cars not C-class...lol
SRS lite on too, which traces to driver's buckle, although seems ok.
You must be a LOTTERY WINNER. I have a bridge in Arizona for sale if you have any money left after you leave your garage.
It SHOULD be in your owner's packet IN YOUR GLOVEBOX. Without it, you might get the code from the dealer if they perform a "VMI". The code MIGHT be correct if the radio has never been replaced. Or if the tech updated the new code number if it has been. Otherwise, the code may be accessed by using the radio serial number and calling the "radio code dept.", or accessing the vehicle's "service history". After that, it is a simple matter to enter the code using the pushbuttons on the radio faceplate. GOOD LUCK!
i had to removed the windshield wiper motor and replace a nut on the regulator, when i completed it i could not move any of my window up or down and the side view mirrors would not move. i check all fuse. and all are fine.
any suggestions.
thanks ,