removing

Hi i have a small chip on the wooden panel just above where the ignition key is. How easy is it to remove the wood panels from the dashboard itself? i assume they are screwed on from behind - how do you get to the nuts? thanks Derek

I posted a thread earlier with regards to a problem I have with the rear interior lights in my W210. Now, I need to remove the cover, check the unit and, if needed, remove the bulbs and use the car with the light bulbs removed. This should be okay, shouldn't it? To remove the cover: I assume I...

Hi, I've just inherited a C180 Elegance (2002) in beautiful condition, inside and out. The only problems are the two long (medium depth) scratches in the lacqured wooden trim running down either side of the automatic gear stick. Does anyone have any ideas how they can be removed or can...

About 4 years ago one of my kids spilt a load of orange juice on the floor of my wife's Clio. The carpets are pale grey and the stain is ugly. Any suggestions for products to shift the stain? Thanks

E220 cdi 2005, I want to remove an iPod connection and enable the CD Changer that is in place below the Comand unit. I assume the previous owner had the iPod installation carried out by a Mercedes dealer. What needs to be done?

Good afternoon. I need to remove the fan from my 320CDI (OM613) engine. It's a tight squeeze and other than using a long allen key, I don't have anything small enough to fit into the aperture. Can anyone recommend a slim ratchet that will accept screwdrive bits so I can avoid scraping my...

How difficult is it to remove the B-pillar trim with the safety belts still in place mounted on B-pillar? I have now found all the parts needed for my upgrade of factory alarmsystem. I got alot of parts numbers and diagram from stealership yesterday. The alarm relay box on my tow alarm...

Hi my ARB link has broken on the rear of my 1985 SL. Unfortunatly the bolts are too rusted to be able to remove in situ, so i need to angle-grind them off. To gain access i need to remove the dust shield. i've removed the caliper and disc but cant see how the sheild is removed.... do i...

Here's the scenario. Got a 2001 W210 with 2 auto folding, auto dimming mirrors & no EIS key to turn the car on to fold them back in order to gain access to the screws. These mirrors are fantastically expensive to buy bit by bit - nearly £700 each for a complete one with the cover £65-ish...

My car has picked up 1000's of tiny tar spots up both sides over the winter,whats the best way of removing them without damaging the paintwork

Does anyone know how I might get some splashes of what looks like gloss paint off the bodywork? My little Skoda runabout now has a speckled green finish! Autoglym srp removed it from the glass but isn't doing the job on the paintwork? Many thanks Gerry

I know there are 2 screws to remove but what else is needed to do to get rid of this cancer bucket from my car? I have highlighted the removed screws. I want to install the 12v socket and the smaller compartment. Thanks

I am fitting the new pedal assmbly for the stop and start system, does anyone have any diagrams or tips for removing the trim and pannels under the dashboard so that I can change the pedal assembly. cheers

Following dvb247's recent thread on retro fitting the gear change paddles in place of the stock OEM buttons to his E55 steering wheel, I find myself inspired to get these fitted myself. Paddles are with me tomorrow, but am concerned about removing the wheel, and the hazards its removal brings...

The lacquer on the roof of my car is peeling - been like it for years and years - it had a minor repair to the roof following an argument with a car park barrier and the new lacquer is not 100%. I am thinking about getting the roof painted again - obviously it would be better to remove the bars...

Hi guys, this is my first post so hello everyone. I've recently bought a 2000 C220 cd and overall very happy with it. I'm trying to fit a aftermarket accessory and need to gain access to the light wiring. The wires i need are behind the light switch/dial however having problem removing the...

Hello, I'm making plans to fix a long running Vaneo (A Class) problem, and one of the things everyone says I will come across is a stuck injector. So I was reading the excellent material at Albert Rowe's website and it mentions someone having unstuck a coked diesel injector by soaking...

Hi Gang, Started stripping the 190E yesterday (M102 1.8 8v) in order to replace the head gasket. All going fairly smoothly so far, just need to remove a last few nuts/bolts from the inlet side and take out the chain tensioner/cam etc. I haven't touched the pin for the timing chain guide...

Season's Greetings to all. I need to connect a wire at the rear of the binnicle for dashboard illumination. Have tried it but only comes out an inch or so before it hits the steering column. As this is non adjustable (1990 2.5 16v) has anyone any ideas. Any help much appreciated. :dk:

my 124 project - i have a new lockset but im going to have to go to MB and get an ignition key (£26) just to get the barrel out. is there another way to get the barrel out so i can put my new one in and see if it starts?