Recent content by Ellis

Thanks for the info, what is the OVP Relay, where is it and how much? Do you think I should try this before brake switch and sensor checks. Anyone know if these sensors are covered in Haynes, easy DIY job? Thanks

I've had an the ABS light intermittently coming on/off, when the light is off I've noticed that the ABS cuts in very early, just normal braking, is this likely to be the sensor (what is correct name for this part please :o ) more than the brake switch. If it is the sensor is there anyway to...

Difficult to spot just from looking but the CATS go, I paid £84 PLUS £60 fitting with 3 yrs guarantee, and make sure the engine shuts off as soon as you turn the ignition off, if it's still the same pump as on my 96 C220 its just cost me £650 to get the diesel pump rebuilt. Yes it's...

Problem Sorted The symptoms came back along with the EDC light, upshot was the stop soleniod needed replacing, I have recommended the garage in the appropriate forum, many ££££££'s but now diesel pump running back to factory spec, I believe :rolleyes: Feels pretty much the same as before maybe...

I have recently used Fuel Injection Services in Burscough, Lancs, 01704 893354. Spoke to Steve who organised the correct :rolleyes: heater hose after I'd supplied the wrong one, didn't take the urine on consumables and took apart my diesel pump, replaced stop solenoid, refitted it all for £672...

Diesel Pump Is it possible to do maintenance on the "plungers" on the back of the pump without opening the pump up? Are these plungers part of the soleniod? If I change the soleniod are the plungers changed in the same unit? Does the solenoid sit in the diesel flow, would some intensive...

I've had problems with my C220D '96 not stopping when turning off ignition, and then starting, stopping, re-starting and then running with no problems. Rang a diesel specialist of good rep, place in Burscough, said he knew of the problem with Lucas pumps, probably start/stop solenoid, as...

Finger Crossed.... All symptoms have stopped just before Christmas :bannana: , I will replace the leak off pipes if nothing else it wull stop the smell of diesel, other than that fingers crossed and the cars runningg well again, thanks for all replies.

This has been mentioned by a mechanic so it's good to have a second opinion, appreciate the replies to all. Are the leak off pipes secured by a jubilee clip type arrangement andis it best to ask for new ones whilst getting the leak off pipes? I only ask 'cause my 4.5 yr old is asking;) not me...

I meant it as an information point, the pump that is, not the mechanic saying thats where the problem definitely is........:confused: apologies for the confusion.....I shall try the advice, thanks;)

BrianA, Yes these were the "dishes" I was talking about, could this be causing all/some of the symptoms the car is exhibiting. I suppose getting them done will at least stop the smell of diesel. What does the sponge do? I spoke to Ray at S&R in Formby who seemed to think it was a...

Engine and Pump Dry My local garage had a poke around, the engine is dry as is the pump although there is strong smell of diesel under the bonnet, still driving well once started, any other ideas anyone?

Hi, I've read Brian A's probs with his C220 taking in air, wondering if my symptoms are linked, '96 W202 2.2 Auto Diesel continued running for a second or two when turned off and the key was taken out. Did this twice. Then as well as the over-running started stalling 2-3 secs after starting...

Mercvedes Tech Couldyou post a number and address for Mercedes Tech please, Thanks

My '95 W202 has an aftermarket Aiwa stereo fitted, however it has been swallowed up by the hole and is sitting/rattling around at the bottom of it. The stereo does have it's cage fitted but it seems way to small. My question is, do you need a special size stereo to fit the exisitng hole, any...