Search results

I recently replaced my W208 CLK 230 with a W209 220CDI While I am generally happy with the switch things like ride quality being harsher, interior quality cheaper, and the sound system have been disappointments. Whereas the previous car had a very impressive sound with a 13 speaker system...

I find it extraordinary that after spending so much effort over the years in removing exhaust gasses from the combustion chamber as efficiently and quickly as possible, (bigger valves, more valves, polished exhaust ports, freeflow exhaust systems etc), someone has come up with the hair brain...

Was fuel economy effected?

Just had auto box service, diff oil change, and thorough check over underneath at Alex Crow in Stowmarket. All for £266 which I thought was reasonable. Asked about EGR delete on a remap and they will do it for £90. Is that good?

Does that mean the system will still be there but inoperable? I suppose the advantage of that would be restoring it to operational if emissions testing becomes stricter.

While considering how essential the EGR system is with it's inherent complexity, and potential for problems, I came across a video for it's entire removal from BMW cars where there is even a kit available with blanking plates etc. Thereby increasing reliability, and removing the clutter from...

And probably never work again!:confused:

I thought it might be the ECU. But a footwell seems a funny place for it. Or some control module maybe for seat belt pre-tensioners or air bags. It is made by Siemens and does have a part number so maybe putting these on a search might reveal something. The cylindrical object has a thick earth...

I was in the process of removing the carpet on the passenger side front footwell (UK) when I noticed a black box behind the footplate and a cylindrical contraption next to it to the right. What are these? As I am about to have welding done to the underside in that area, I am concerned about...

Worth trying.

Could it be? The rest of the locks react to the fog with no problem.

Hi guys, for several months now the boot actuator is not responding to either the remote control fob or the boot release button on the console. I can use the manual key. Is there a way to check that it is the actuator and not the vacuum pump? The door locks are working fine but the three flashes...

This U-tube video shows the vacuum tube.

There is still the nagging question, What operates that lock when the button is pressed? Is it a solenoid? A u-tube video mentioned a vacuum hose attached to the lock. What provides the vacuum if that is the case?

Found some AC50 I use on the bicycle chain with PTFE. Key now works, turned anti-clockwise and press. At least I can get in to look at that solenoid and maybe free it or replace it, The battery is in the boot, not being able to get to that was a concern.

Good point, just sprayed it with WD a half hour ago. Will let it work and try again later.

OH DEAR!! The boot on my CLK has defied all my attempts to open it. The button on the console will not work despite the red light on that button being on. No luck with the key fob button or the manual key on the key fob. Is there any other way to access the boot or reset the solenoid that opens...

This has become increasingly difficult to move the gear selector lever away from the "P" position while pressing the brake pedal. There is a manual release through a flap on the selector panel which I have used and this sort of works but with also with increasing difficulty. I've been told this...

Hi, and welcome to the community. You realy have something special there. My first Merc was a W115, similar but more basic, two litre petrol with a manual box. Two tons and no power steering, or any other frills for that matter, but of all the cars I had, i cherished that the most. A rare...